At the behest of the head-in-the-sand Orange Haired Monster and his band of enablers, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) will be hosting a public meeting in Providence, as well as many other places around the country, to give us a dog and pony show on how good it is to drill for oil […]
Peabody, MA, singer-songwriter Ryan Montbleau has a knack for leaving a lasting impression through melody. The way his lyrics bounce off the chords and strums is astounding and guarantees a wonderful listening experience. His stellar talent has catapulted him to the upper echelon of New England musical acts, and it looks like he’ll be staying […]
FRI 9 – SUN 11 Northeast International Auto Show: New cars, trucks and SUVs will fill the RI Convention Center for the 2018 Northeast International Auto Show. Fri: 12pm – 10pm, Sat: 10am – 10pm, Sun 10 – 6pm. 1 Sabin St, PVD. providenceautoshow.com SAT 10 Cajun & Zydeco Mardi Gras Ball 2018: At this […]
THU 1 Art After Dark at Newport Art Museum: Visitors are invited to play and experiment as instructors assist students with oil painting, printmaking, clay, stop-motion animation and watercolors. 5pm, Coleman Center for Creative Studies, 26 Liberty Street, Newport. newportartmuseum.org Carpe Diem: The Moth In New Bedford: Stories that honor the diversity and commonality of […]
The weekend of February 16 – 18, the Winter Fetish Fair Fleamarket is holding its 50th event at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick. For the New England Leather Alliance (NELA), it’s a milestone. For the 3,000-plus attendees who travel to shop from vendors and take part in workshops ranging from “Not Tonight, Dear – Chastity […]
A menu of heartfelt options: All prices are subject to change. Feb 10 DIY Succulent Heart Wreath: Fun, relaxed workshop were you decorate grapevine wreaths shaped like hearts using succulents to create the perfect valentine’s day gift. All materials provided. $40. Pre-registration required. 11:15am -1:15pm. Roger William Botanical Garden 1000 Elmwood Ave, PVD. fb.com/rwpbotanicalcenter Create […]
For the 20th year, the RI Black Storytellers hosted and produced a Liar’s Competition on January 19 as part of FUNDA Fest, sometimes referred to as RIBS’ Fibs. The event was hosted by April Brown and Teju Ologboni, and played to a standing-room-only crowd at the Mixed Magic Theater at 560 Mineral Spring Ave in Pawtucket. […]
FRI 26 Patti Smith: Legendary artist reads from her latest work of art, “Devotion.” 8pm. Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St, New Bedford, Mass. zeiterion.org SAT 27 – SUN 28 Letter from Birmingham City Jail: A reading of Dr. Martin Luther King’s remarkable letter, his open response to the criticism of southern religious leaders who […]
It’s a time of year when a celebration of craft beer made in the Ocean State and beyond takes place. Numerous brewers create rare beers that excite the taste buds and get the senses going. The sixth annual Rhode Island Brew Fest will take place at the Pawtucket Armory on Jan 27 for a sold-out […]
THRU SAT 20 FUNDA Fest: For complete coverage of this year’s events, go to http://www.motifri.com/funda-fest-2018 SAT 20 Freakfest 9: Rap, rock. Featuring Twiztid and Green Jelly accompanied by suspension, circus, sideshow acts and more freaky stuff! Doors Noon. Fete Music Hall, 103 Dike St, PVD. fetemusic.com Nobody’s Boyscout & How’s About Charlie Double CD Release […]