The Girl of My Dreams, Sylvia: A 19th Century Life Exhibit

The John Brown House Museum 52 Power St, Providence, RI, United States

The Rhode Island Historical Society invites the public to view its latest temporary exhibit, The Girl of My Dreams, Sylvia: A 19th Century Life from artist Stacy Morrison now on [...]

A Changing Reflection Silver, Metalwork, and Jewelry in the 19th-21st Centuries

RISD Museum N Main St, Providence

What a person chooses to have in their home, put on their table, and wear on their body can reflect who they are. Whether functional, ornamental or both, the objects designers create can reflect the style, innovation, and technology of an era. From silver to aluminum, metal is often the medium from which tableware, decorative [...]

PROCESS WORK: Intersections of Photography and Print, ca. 1825 – Today

RISD Museum N Main St, Providence

Process Work: Intersections of Photography and Print ca. 1825 to Today explores the development of photographic printmaking processes and traces its historical legacy into the present day. Starting around 1825, a widespread interest in reproducing visual information faster and more cheaply fueled an explosion of experimentation in photographic printmaking techniques, with wide-ranging effects across visual culture [...]

Return of the Dinosaurs at the RWP Zoo

Roger Williams Park Zoo

Return of the Dinosaurs at RWP Zoo Open Daily, 9:00 – 4:00 April 6, 2025 – August 10, 2025 Come face-to-face with nearly 60 life-size animatronic and interactive dinosaurs, including 25 NEW dinosaurs debuting this year! Witness towering predators, meet curious herbivores, and discover the untold stories of these ancient giants. Get hands-on with digging up [...]

Julien Creuzet: Attila cataract your source at the feet of the green peaks will end up in the great sea blue abyss we drowned in the tidal tears of the moon

List Art Building

Gallery Hours Saturday-Wednesday: 11 am–5 pm Thursday & Friday: 11 am–8 pmAbout the Exhibition Julien Creuzet (b. 1986, Le Blanc Mesnil, France, lives Paris) has reimagined his French Pavillion from the 60th Venice Biennale for The Bell. An immersive video and archipelagic sculptural installation, Attila cataract your source at the feet of the green peaks [...]

RILA Teatro Camp | Voces Vivas: A Teatro Workshop for Latinx Teens

Our Teatro Camp, a partnership with Trinity Repertory Company, is called YASI-lito. It is an all-immersive experience, designed to introduce teens to the world of bilingual performing arts. Young people will prepare a short, Spanish/English bilingual performance to share with families at the end of the week. RILA Teatro Camp | Voces Vivas: A Teatro Workshop for Latinx [...]

Work Opportunities Unlimited Meeting

Smith Hill Library – Community Room 31 Candace St, Providence, RI, United States

This is a closed meeting of the Work Opportunities Unlimited program.

Makerspace Open Studio

Mt. Pleasant Library 315 Academy Ave, Providence, RI, United States

To participate, simply follow these steps: 1. First, request a training or attend a class to learn the basics of a specific machine beforehand. We can set up a separate appointment to meet with you during the week. We use open source software that you can practice at home, so Zoom trainings are also available for certain software! [...]

Providence Children’s Film Festival

Providence Children's Film Festival Events at Mount Pleasant and South Providence Libraries All events are offered on a FREE or pay what you can basis = access for ALL Fun with Animation workshops featuring the gif-o-graf machine Free limitless pop corn! Free, delicious Soup of the Day inspired by the cultures and ethnicities featured in the films Registration [...]

Graphic Voices of Latin America

WaterFire Arts Center Providence, RI, United States

The Gráfica Latina exhibition at the WaterFire Arts Center Gallery showcases a powerful collection of Latin American posters that serve as both artistic expressions and historical documents of resistance, resilience, and cultural identity. Curated by José R. Menéndez and Tatiana Gómez of Buena Gráfica Social Studio, this exhibition presents graphic works from 16 countries across Latin America, [...]

Walkers, Wigglers, and Crawlers Storytime

Mt. Pleasant Library – Children’s Area 1 315 Academy Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Children ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers are welcome at this storytime, where we will enjoy rhymes, stories, and movement. Registration not required. Groups please call ahead.

Storytime

Smith Hill Library – Children’s Area 31 Candace St, Providence, RI, United States

Storytime for children 5 and under and their caregivers.

Potluck at The International House

International House 8 Stimson Ave, Providence

Potluck Thursday, May 22, 2025 12:30 PM  1:30 PM International House of Rhode Island (map) Join us every Thursday at 12:30 for an International Potluck! Students, teachers, members, volunteers and staff gather together to enjoy a meal with shared dishes. Potluck is free to attend and open to all - we ask only that you bring a dish to [...]

FountainHead RI’s Climate Stocktake 2025 Presented by FountainHead RI

WaterFire Arts Center Providence, RI, United States

May 22 @ 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm US ET FountainHead RI’s Climate Stocktake The FountainHead RI Climate Stocktake Event is a pivotal gathering that unites policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and community advocates to evaluate Rhode Island’s climate progress and chart a path forward for a more sustainable future. The event serves as a platform for meaningful [...]

Cross Cultural Discussion

International House 8 Stimson Ave, Providence

Join us on Thursdays for 'Sharing Identities' – themed conversations where we delve into self-discovery through reflection and learning from others. All are welcome to join and share! Topic for This Week: you can find it here    

Chess Club

Knight Memorial Library – Main Level 275 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Community Action (Book) Club

Wanskuck Library 239 Veazie St, Providence, RI, United States

This “No Need to Read” Book Club is about sharing thoughts, feelings, and participating in mini activities about how to speak up for yourself and find your power. We will practice activities with local author of “Lessons from the Climate Anxiety Counseling Booth” Kate Schapira. Conversation based, books available if wanting to read more!

CANCELED Children’s Craft Day

South Providence Library – Children’s Area 441 Prairie Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Join us every Thursday in May for a new craft each week! From paper art to painting and more, we’ll be switching it up and getting creative. Come try something new, unwind, and make something cool to take home. Perfect for all skill levels. Drop in and craft with us!

Afterschool Activities – Board Games

Rochambeau Library – Children’s Area 1 708 Hope St, Providence, RI, United States

Stop by the library to play a board game. We have a wide assortment. Play a game and maybe make a new friend!

Youth Makerspace: Open Studio

Washington Park Library 1316 Broad St, Providence, RI, United States

Come to Washington Park Library on Thursdays in May for youth makerspace! Explore makerspace technology like the sewing machines, 3d printer, heat press and more!

Geranium Planting

Smith Hill Library – Adult Area 31 Candace St, Providence, RI, United States

Plant geraniums in pots to spice up both indoor and outdoor spaces for the summer!

Food Science!

Mt. Pleasant Library – Children’s Area 1 315 Academy Ave, Providence, RI, United States

Get ready to play with food—in the name of science! Kids explore the science behind tasty experiments in this fun, hands-on program. Every activity is safe and full of learning; some may even be edible! This program is recommended for kids ages 6+.

Knitting & Crochet Circle

Washington Park Library – Main Area 2 1316 Broad St, Providence, RI, United States

Come knit and crochet with us! Materials provided, and all ages and experience levels are welcome.

AS220 Youth: Futureworlds 9 – No More Running

AS220

Doors at 6 PM, show at 7 PM.AS220 Youth presents FutureWorlds 9: No More Running, a sequel to FutureWorlds 8: What Happened to the IV? Join us for a multi-layered Afrofuturist hip hop theatre production produced and performed by some of Providence's most talented young artists from AS220 Youth!Home: Where do you come from? Who do [...]

Bharatanatyam Dance Class

International House 8 Stimson Ave, Providence

Come dive into the world of classical and folk dance styles of India in this 4 part immersive series in June! Bring a friend (or two) and dance it out in this one of a kind educational experience led by Indian dance expert Nithya Ramesh. This is a beginner friendly class and no prior experience [...]

Author Event! Jina B. Kim’s “Care at the End of the World”

Symposium Books 240 Westminster St, Providence, United States

Join us on May 22nd at 6pm as we host Jina B. Kim in conversation with Leon Hilton. They will be discussiing Jina's new book, Care at the End of the World. Signed copies of the book are available for purchase. About the book: In Care at the End of the World, Jina B. Kim develops what [...]

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Makerspace Open Studio for Adults

Wanskuck Library – MakerSpace 239 Veazie St, Providence, RI, United States

Do you have your own creative project in mind?  We have makerspace equipment that might be useful!  We offer access to Silhouette cutting machines, Brother digital sewing machines, sublimation printing, Wacom drawing tablets, and heat presses for fabric and mugs. To participate, simply follow these steps: 1. First, we encourage you to request a training or attend a [...]

Mays Boyz Makin’ NOIZE: A Father and Sons Exhibition

WaterFire Arts Center Providence, RI, United States

Timed to coincide with the five-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, Mays Boyz Makin’ NOIZE is a bold and reflective exhibition by Don Mays, presented in collaboration with his sons, Zachary (Zac) and Nicolas (Nic) Mays. Through video, photography, and mixed media, the exhibition confronts systemic racism, displacement, and the ongoing struggle for justice with unflinching urgency [...]

Ceremonial Abyss and Mackenzie Kourie, with readings

Red Ink Community Library 130 Cypress Street, PRovidence

Readings by: T. Boettner, Kolya Shields, and Zach PeckhamReadings by: T. Boettner, Kolya Shields, and Zach PeckhamSound by: Ceremonial Abyss and Mackenzie KourieSound by: Ceremonial Abyss and Mackenzie KourieDoors at 7pm // all ages // $10 PWYC suggested donationDoors at 7pm // all ages // $10 PWYC suggested donation

Dan Blakeslee // Anna Daley Young

Myrtle 134 Waterman St, East Providence

With a suitcase of songs, Maine folk troubadour Dan Blakeslee ventured into the smoke laden subways of Boston in 1995 to practice his craft. His songs of true life adventures combine the essence of early folk music with a dose of country grit. He has toured the U.S. and abroad performing with Josh Ritter, Sean [...]

Sarah Schulman reading from THE FANTASY AND NECESSITY OF SOLIDARITY, in conversation with Daniel Denvir

Riffraff Bookstore + Bar 60 Valley Street Suite 107A, Providence

From award-winning writer Sarah Schulman, a longtime social activist and outspoken critic of the Israeli war on Gaza, comes a brilliant examination of the inherent psychological and social challenges to solidarity movements, and what that means for the future For those who seek to combat injustice, solidarity with the oppressed is one of the highest [...]

LA DAMA BOBA at Teatro Ecas

Teatro ECAS 679 Valley St, Providence, RI

VERSION FOR INEXPERIENCED PEOPLE La Dama Boba, a 400-year-old masterpiece from the Spanish Golden Age, is a genre-defying, ironic comedy about two sisters engaged to be married but in love with the same man; one sister is educated and the other, foolish. To compensate for her simplicity, the "foolish" lady has a larger dowry that [...]

…And Beyond – Distance, Time and Space presented by Newport Contemporary Ballet

WaterFire Arts Center Providence, RI, United States

Here and there. Within and without. What pulls us together? What pushes us apart? …AND BEYOND is a bold exploration of the human existence and a glimpse of what it might be like somewhere else… Returning to the WaterFire Arts Center, NCB continues to forge ahead and define the space! May 15-17, 2025 8:00 pm Newport Contemporary [...]

Return of the Dinosaurs at the RWP Zoo

Roger Williams Park Zoo

Return of the Dinosaurs at RWP Zoo Open Daily, 9:00 – 4:00 April 6, 2025 – August 10, 2025 Come face-to-face with nearly 60 life-size animatronic and interactive dinosaurs, including 25 NEW dinosaurs debuting this year! Witness towering predators, meet curious herbivores, and discover the untold stories of these ancient giants. Get hands-on with digging up [...]

Julien Creuzet: Attila cataract your source at the feet of the green peaks will end up in the great sea blue abyss we drowned in the tidal tears of the moon

List Art Building

Gallery Hours Saturday-Wednesday: 11 am–5 pm Thursday & Friday: 11 am–8 pmAbout the Exhibition Julien Creuzet (b. 1986, Le Blanc Mesnil, France, lives Paris) has reimagined his French Pavillion from the 60th Venice Biennale for The Bell. An immersive video and archipelagic sculptural installation, Attila cataract your source at the feet of the green peaks [...]

Stitch ‘n Bitch

Red Ink Community Library 130 Cypress Street, PRovidence

All crafters, all skill levels welcome All crafters, all skill levels welcome

Stitch ‘n Bitch at Red Ink Community Library

Red Ink Community Library 130 Cypress Street, PRovidence

Join volunteer Susan and the local fiber craft community for a weekly Stitch 'n Bitch -- an opportunity to practice resistance in the form of radical joy. Bring current projects, ideas, thoughts and opinions and meet the neighbors who share your passions......Free and open to the publicEvery Friday from 3-6pm (drop-ins welcome)....."Although socially the phrase’s [...]

Amy the Mime at 195 District Park

195 District Park

Amy Beth Parravano as her signature character, Amy the Mime, has been entertaining audiences for decades. Her routine includes balloon sculptures and props and encourages audience participation. Fun for kids of all ages!

Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park

RWP Carousel Village

Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park Every Friday, April 18th – September 26th 5:00 – 8:30 pm End your week with some of the best local food trucks at Carousel Village! Attendance is free, just pay for what you eat and drink from an ever-changing rotation of more than 15 food trucks each week. Enjoy [...]

AS220 Youth: Futureworlds 9 – No More Running

AS220

Doors at 6 PM, show at 7 PM.AS220 Youth presents FutureWorlds 9: No More Running, a sequel to FutureWorlds 8: What Happened to the IV? Join us for a multi-layered Afrofuturist hip hop theatre production produced and performed by some of Providence's most talented young artists from AS220 Youth!Home: Where do you come from? Who do [...]

WESTERN STARS 4TH FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH ALL-AGES NO COVER COUNTRY SWING MUSIC AT ITS FINEST

The Parlour RI 1119 N Main St, Providence, RI, United States

Friday May. 23, 2025 @ 5pm doors 6pm show Come on and dance to the beat of Western Swing, Two Step and Cowboy Jazz! Western Stars is a fun energetic twist on some of the finest Western Swing that you will ever hear. Western Stars features some of the areas finest musicians This is an [...]

Youngest Sun // Dakou Dakou // Lu Merrick // Wax Sun

Myrtle 134 Waterman St, East Providence

Lu Merrick, also known as Bitter Grasses, writes bittersweet folk-ish guitar songs in cars, on farms, and sunny porches. Rows, Lu’s debut album, came out in 2023.WaxSun: aged punk veteran duo, psychic pagan project. Guitar and bass.DakouDakou from Providence, RI. Chinese traditional/garage/psychedelic Youngest Sun from Providence, Rhode Island. Guitars, cello, drums and voices. A tapestry of [...]