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Tara Rugg

Tara Rugg is the marketing manager at the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau. She lives in Warwick with her husband, and loves spending time in Providence for dining, theater and concerts. In her free time, she can usually be found with her nose in a book.

Providence College Friars 2025/2026 Home Schedule

Providence College Friars men's basketball returns to the Amical Mutual Pavilion! The Friars are set to light up the court as they try their hand at making another run for March during the 2025–26 season. In addition to non-conference play, the Friars will host 10 BIG EAST Conference home games and…

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Dave's Fresh Marketplace: White Chicken Chili

Fall has something for everyone. It's football season, spooky season and sweater season. But more importantly, it's soup season! Time to break out the slow cooker and indulge in all the soups and chilis you can eat. This White Chicken Chili from Dave's Fresh Marketplace is the perfect…

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Spooky State House

Rhode Island’s stunning capital building will be the stage for the return of Spooky State House on Thursday, Oct. 23 from 5 to 7 p.m., hosted by Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore. This event is free and open to the public. Trick-or-treat at the Rhode Island State House, explore the building, meet…

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Spend a Day at Women-Owned Businesses in Providence

What better way to celebrate Women's Small Business 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…

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Spice Up Your Menu With Fall Recipes

Autumn has arrived, and it's time to give some love to everyone's favorite fall flavor. You know it, you love it, it's pumpkin spice. But let's not forget the other unsung heroes of fall flavors: apple, pear, ginger and even caramel. While we love a good pumpkin treat (and we've got a tasty one in…

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Autumn Eats: Your Guide to Fall Dining in Providence

Who doesn't love autumn? A chill in the air, some fabulous foliage, apples and pumpkins everywhere, and the start of spooky season. One of the best things about fall is that local restaurants shift to fall menus that are full of autumn flavors. If you're looking for some seasonal comfort food in…

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October is RI Archaeology Month. Can You Dig It?

We've heard it called Rocktober, and even Socktober, but this year we're also celebrating Archtober. Presented by the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission (RIHPHC), Rhode Island Archaeology Month features a series of free events around the state, highlighting its rich…

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LOL in PVD: Comedy Nights in Providence

Need a good laugh? Who doesn't these days, right? You're in luck — Providence is full of opportunities to laugh your head off, whether you prefer big-name comedians or local open mic nights. You can even take a comedy bus tour around the city. You won't believe all the places you can go to tickle…

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Explore Providence's Pumpkin Spice Scene

What is it about pumpkin spice that makes us all go a little bit crazy? Whether you love it or hate it, there's no escaping this iconic fall flavor as summer transitions to autumn in Providence. If you're a pumpkin spice enthusiast like us, you're in for a treat. We've curated the ultimate guide to…

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Celebrate National Coffee Day the GoProvidence Way

One of my favorite things about Providence is that we have one of the highest number of coffee shops per capita in the country. At last count, that's about 23 coffee shops per 100,000 people, which makes it the perfect place to celebrate National Coffee Day on Sept. 29. But with a cafe on just about…

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