Each May, the RI State House Rotunda transforms into a living canvas of creativity, passion, and advocacy. Arts Day at the RI State House serves as a yearly, bold declaration that the arts DO in fact matter; that they build community, that they even save lives. And in 2025, amid a climate of financial uncertainty […]
Rhode Island summers, simply put, hit different. For a small state, we’ve got an enormous amount of shoreline — over 400 miles — with public beaches ranging from classic boardwalk hotspots to chill nature preserves. Whether you’re posting up with your family, surfing some early-morning waves, or just need a quiet place to hear yourself […]
In today’s ever-evolving musical landscape, few projects and musical acts manage to both break the mold and blend seemingly disparate genres seamlessly and in a way that maintains a consistent sound. Enter Chalumeau — the brainchild of Katherine Bergeron and Butch Rovan, two professors at Brown University who have spent years cultivating a deep understanding […]
On a breezy Friday night, May 9, Nick-A-Nee’s in PVD buzzed with excitement. Don’t judge a book by its cover, as this small dive bar backs a walloping punch. Known for showcasing RI’s rawest talent, they hosted the album release party for The Devil & the Deep Black Sea, the latest project from local genre-bending […]
There’s a quiet stretch of winter on Block Island where time slows to a gentle crawl — the kind of quiet where you can count the cars passing by in a single afternoon on one hand. It’s in this rare, windswept stillness that Milaina Bell, one of the island’s most committed restaurant professionals, finds balance, […]
In less than a decade, the Rhode Island Black Film Festival (RIBFF) has grown into a highly anticipated cultural event in Rhode Island. What began as a small, grassroots effort in 2017 has evolved into an essential platform for Black storytellers, filmmakers, and audiences to come together and engage with cinema that speaks to Black […]
The International Portuguese Music Awards (IPMAs) have become an essential event in the celebration of Portuguese music and culture, bringing together a diverse community of musicians, fans, and Portuguese-Americans seeking a taste of home. This year, the event, held on April 12 at the Providence Performing Arts Center in Rhode Island, was a stunning showcase […]