THRU DEC 18 American Buffalo, The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St, Pawtucket. A small-scale tragedy about coin collecting, con artistry and the American dream. gammtheatre.org THU 1 Cardboard Ox, The Horse Eyed Men, Westeryear: Three bands, all duos with super interesting backgrounds. Ox was nominated for a Motif Music Award. Aurora, 276 Westminster St, […]
FRI 25 Buy Nothing Day Coat Exchange — Trade in that old coat for the good of someone who needs it. Multiple locations. SAT 26 Short Short Story Film Festival — Find out how much a great filmmaker can do with your head and emotions in fewer than 6 minutes. “Headtrip” and “Heartstrings” programs alternate throughout the […]
We asked our music writers to share with our readers a short playlist of songs they’d like to listen to as background music while stuffing themselves with stuffing on Thanksgiving day. Whether you want to shock Grandma or find some common ground with those family members on the opposite side of the political divide, we’ll hope […]
This week the Lunar Notes are written by Stella Z, temporarily filling in for Shirley Prisco. Aries: Oh, Aries, that wallet of yours is about to roll over and whimper, “Uncle!” It all looks so marvelous and necessary to own right now. Reign yourself in — you can make yourself feel grand without breaking the […]
THU 27 A Frightmare on Dike Street: At Shelter Bar Arcade, Halloween extravaganza! Costume contest, DJs and great drinks! 7pm, 21+, Fete Ballroom, 103 Dike St, PVD. fetemusic.com FRI 28 Mysterium – The Eternal Masquerade: An immersive, arts-inspired Halloween adventure like no other with live performances and signature food and drink. Costumes not required, but […]
Unanimous winner of NPR Music’s “Tiny Desk Contest,” Gaelynn Lea brings her unique style all the way from her home town of Duluth, Minnesota, to Providence, Rhode Island, on Friday, October 21 at AS220. Gaelynn’s music can be described as “experimental traditional folk” with instrumental and vocal influences in Celtic and Irish music combined with […]
THRU OCT 23 Billy Elliot, Ocean State Theatre Company, 1245 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick. A young boy discovers his extraordinary gift for ballet in this Tony Award winning smash hit musical making its RI professional debut. oceanstatetheatre.org Thru Oct 23 See review at motifri.com/billyelliot2016 THU 13 Ruthie Foster: For those who Foster a love of blues […]
In the 33 years I’ve been selling real estate, the question I get asked most often is, “Is now a good time to buy?” The question they are really asking is, “Should I buy or rent?” Because other than living with Mom and Dad, those are your two choices. Unless you are living with your […]
Thru August 21 The Washington County Fair: Now in its 50th year, the fair is Rhode Island’s largest agricultural events. Featuring concerts, special acts and events, exhibits and displays, rides and much more, this event is fun for the whole family. 9am – 9pm, Washington County Fairgrounds, 78 Richmond Townhouse Rd, Richmond. washingtoncountyfair-ri.com August […]
Thru July 24 Harold & Maude, 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market St, Warren. Rebelling against the privileged life prescribed for him, 19-year-old Harold develops an inexplicably deep and intimate bond with the eccentric 79-year-old Maude, who teaches him that life is the most precious gift of all. 2ndstorytheatre.com July 20 – 24 111th Annual St. […]