Forget reality TV drama, because Rhode Island’s newest stars have fur, feathers, and more personality than an entire reunion special. Heart of Rhode Island’s annual pet calendar contest …
When an author stands in front of a room full of high school students, keeping their attention can be a challenge. But when Stacey Caputi Liakos began to tell her story, the room went still. Visiting …
Each year, Aldersbridge Communities gathers supporters, caregivers, and friends for an evening that truly lives up to its name: the Adding Life to Years Gala. On Thursday, December 4, the nonprofit …
The holidays are a time for traditions, togetherness, and, of course, toasts. And when it comes to pairing the season’s most comforting dishes with the right glass of wine, Sakonnet Vineyard in …
I’ll be the first to admit my attention span doesn’t usually stand a chance against endless doomscrolling, but every now and then something makes me pause. Recently, it was pancakes. Not …
Most people scroll through Facebook Marketplace in search of a bargain. Alyssa Franklin found her calling. After stumbling upon a pair of antique lamps – gorgeous, sculptural, and totally …
Rhode Island’s history is charming on the surface, but scratch beneath it and you’ll find plenty of ghostly stories hiding in plain sight. From libraries with lingering whispers to …
In Rhode Island, dinner often comes with a side of history and, if you’re lucky, a ghost story or two. From centuries-old taverns to seaside inns, these local favorites prove that great food …
What happens when a Broadway electropop opera meets Newport’s most iconic mansion? You get Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 , an immersive theater experience unlike anything Salve …
The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has announced its Wonders of the Wurlitzer concert series for the 2025-2026 season. Each concert showcases the theatre’s 1927 Mighty Wurlitzer …
In North Smithfield, the holidays begin not with carols or snowflakes but with the clink of pie tins and the swirl of fresh whipped cream. Wright’s Dairy Farm, Bakery, and Creamery is once …
Every holiday season has its unofficial kickoff, and in Providence, it’s The Good Trade Makers Market. Now in its fifth year, this beloved weekend shopping event returns to WaterFire Arts …
The Tony Award-winning production SIX The Musical returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) this week, running Wednesday, October 22, to Sunday, October 26. The musical tells the …
The best gifts are the ones that tell a story, and Ink Fish Books’ 2025 Rhody Reader Box does exactly that. Returning for another year, this limited-edition box from the beloved Warren …
The historic Knight Memorial Library is trading story time for spooky time with its first-ever Halloween-themed fundraiser, A Spooky Night at Knight. On Thursday, October 30, from 6 to 10 p.m., the …
Love is in the air, and it smells like freshly printed pages and happy endings. The Little Bubblegum Bookshop, Rhode Island’s first and only romance-exclusive bookstore, officially opens on …
As carved pumpkins smile from doorsteps and spiced lattes are served at your favorite cafe, autumn has clearly descended upon New England. More importantly for spooky-season fanatics, this transition …
When it comes to cider, Providence is about to be the apple of everyone’s eye. From February 3-5, the city will host CiderCon®, the largest gathering of cider makers, orchardists, …
If walls could talk, the ones inside the Johnson & Wales Culinary Museum would have plenty to say. From gleaming vintage diners to 19th-century cooking equipment and community cookbooks that tell …
As autumn deepens and the air fills with that unmistakable stillness before winter, something sacred is stirring in North Scituate. On Saturday, October 25, women are invited to gather at Skydog Farm …
If you are convinced your child is getting enough sleep, you are probably not alone, but you might be mistaken. A new study led by Brown University researcher Dr. Diana Grigsby-Toussaint reveals that …
The 10th annual University of Rhode Island Guitar and Mandolin Festival, beginning Sunday, October 19, is set to showcase some of the finest classical guitarists and mandolin players in the world. …
Not merely a nostalgic homage to songs of decades past, but rather a collection that lives in a scene separated by time. The tones, the spirit, the style all live back then and yet, they remain …
When Ashley Thibodeau moved from Boston to Barrington in 2020, she found herself driving all over Rhode Island in search of the right workout. “I realized there weren’t many fitness …
Fall is officially on track in downtown Providence. Track 15, the city’s 18,000-square-foot food hall inside the historic Union Station, is kicking off the season with a two-day Harvest Fest …
Summer might be in the rearview, but Newport is just hitting its stride. With the air crisp, the ocean sparkling, and the city alive with festivals and flavors, fall on The Classic Coast is a …
A new kind of celebration is cooking on Douglas Avenue. Haitian.ish is opening its doors with food that brings people together and flavors that honor Haiti’s soulful culinary roots. On …
History and heartache meet in the pages of Guardians & Saints , the new short story collection from Providence author Diane Josefowicz. Out October 21 from Cornerstone Press, the book explores …
If fall had a fairy godmother, her magic wand would probably be a pumpkin stem. For Kerri Giroux, that image feels just about right. As the owner of Seasonal Porch Designs RI , she turns Rhode Island …
For Samantha Couto, what started as a few handmade soaps for family Christmas gifts turned into a full-blown business with heart, creativity, and a whole lot of good smells. “The ‘aha …
History shines brighter when everyone’s story is told, and thanks to Gather RI, Rhode Island now has a place dedicated to making that possible. Opening Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 189 …
Hey Rhody: Welcome back to Providence! What do you think of our fair city?
I've performed in Providence a couple of times. I always say that the "skinny jeans per capita" is high in PVD -- …
It’s spooky season in the Creative Capital, and Providence is getting ready to celebrate in style. This October, the historic North Burial Ground transforms once again into a hub of haunted …
Fans of genre-bending music are in for a treat when Pink Martini, the celebrated "little orchestra" from Portland, Oregon, takes the stage at Cranston’s Park Theatre on Saturday, October 11. …
Ice cream and college pride may not seem like an obvious pairing, but Johnson & Wales University just proved otherwise. This fall, the culinary powerhouse teamed up with Green Line Apothecary to …
Thanksgiving may be the season of abundance, but for many Rhode Islanders, putting a holiday meal on the table feels out of reach this year. With grocery prices climbing and cuts to SNAP benefits …
Here’s the thing about Rhode Island. For a state you can drive across in under an hour, it somehow manages to pack in more breweries, vineyards, and distilleries than seems reasonable. But …
For most people, the smell of coffee signals comfort. For one Rhode Island family, it sparked a mission of kindness and inclusion. Neuro Brews, a mobile coffee cart based in Smithfield, is …
Autumn in Rhode Island calls for crisp air, cozy sweaters, and a glass of wine with a view. This year, Sakonnet Vineyard is giving locals and visitors plenty of reasons to head to Little Compton with …
This fall, Johnson & Wales University is inviting Rhode Islanders to tie on an apron and step into a professional kitchen that’s usually reserved for future chefs. The university’s …