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Rhode Island Home Show

The 74th Annual Rhode Island Home Show returns to the Rhode Island Convention Center April 4–7. This year's show features a 10,000-square-foot Garden Experience, the Inspiration Showcase, the Annual Energy Expo and more! The show is expected to draw thousands of people to experience and explore the…

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Top Tween Ideas for April Vacation

Coming up with fun things to do with tweens during school break can be tricky — they're too cool for “little kid stuff” and too young to go out alone with their friends. Here are some suggestions to keep both you and your tweens happy. Be sure to check with individual businesses to see if…

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Dragons & Mythical Creatures Come to Roger Williams Park Zoo

Travel through a world of myth and wonder with Roger Williams Park Zoo's Dragons & Mythical Creatures exhibit, open April 7 through Aug. 13. They move, they roar, they even breathe smoke! Get up close and personal with nearly 60 life-size animatronic dragons, unicorns, mermaids and more along the…

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Not-to-Miss Gaspee Days Events

If you'd like to get a jump on celebrating Independence Day, visit Pawtuxet Village on the Warwick/Cranston line this spring. Since 1965, this Colonial-era neighborhood, now a trendy destination for restaurants and shops, has hosted Gaspee Days, a commemoration of the burning in the cove of the…

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Spend a Day at Women-Owned Businesses in Providence

What better way to celebrate Women's History Month in Providence than by supporting women-owned businesses? If you plan your day right, you can eat all your meals, get your hair done and even do a little shopping, all at businesses owned and operated by women. Start your day with an early morning…

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Experience the Solar Eclipse in Providence

Wondering how to see the solar eclipse on April 8? You'll have to head north to see the total eclipse, as parts of New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont will fall into the path of totality. And, while Providence isn't in that path, we'll still see about 90% coverage beginning around 2:15 p.m., with peak…

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Your Dog-Friendly Guide to Providence, RI

Fear not when traveling with your furry four-legged friend. They're welcome at plenty of places in the Greater Providence area. As the weather warms up, lots of Providence restaurants extend their footprint by offering outdoor dining on their patios and sidewalks. From Angelo's on Federal Hill and…

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PPAC Announces Season Lineup

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) just announced its lineup of amazing shows for the 2024–2025 season, including "A Beautiful Noise," "Shucked" and "Chicago." PPAC has also opened up subscriptions for both the Encore Series and the Taco/The White Family Foundation Broadway Series. You can…

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Easter Egg Hunts in Rhode Island

Who doesn't love Easter egg hunts? Running around the yard ... searching for brightly colored eggs filled with special prizes ... and — if you were lucky — finding the one your grandmother hid with a fresh $20 in it. Or was that just me? Well, these Easter egg hunts might not be in your backyard…

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