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401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, June 28-July 5

This week: Fourth festivities in Bristol, and across R.I., fireworks fun, Newport Pride, paint night, and more!

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401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, June 21-28

This week: Music in Woonsocket, movies in Newport, walking tours, soccer games, bouncy houses, and more!
RI HISTORY

Personal narratives of the enslaved people who built Newport have been largely unknown, until now

The voices of tradesmen and women, ropemakers, masons, and carpenters highlight a new tour and exhibit, illuminating the history of early Black Americans and its ongoing impact in Rhode Island.
CHRISTOPER MUTHER

Our travel writer shares his New England summertime favorites, from the best beach to the perfect miniature golf course

Friends, here it is, the inaugural edition of Christopher Muther’s Completely Random and Highly Personal Best-of List.

RI ARTS
Performers announced for Providence’s 10th PVDFest
PVDFest, the city’s signature arts and culture festival, will return to downtown Providence for its 10th anniversary.

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401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, June 14-21
This week: Pride Fest, Juneteenth events, bike rides, puppies, beer, and more!

THEATER REVIEW
Burbage Theatre Co.’s ‘The Motherf**ker with the Hat’ is raw, raucous, and not be missed
The poetically profane play premiered on Broadway in 2011 and is currently being superbly staged by the Burbage Theatre Company in Pawtucket.

THEATER REVIEW
Falling head over high heels for Trinity Rep’s ‘La Cage aux Folles’
Theatergoers should come to this production for the extravagance, stay for the audacity, and leave having walked a mile in someone’s stilettos.

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401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, June 7-14

This week: Big Pride Flea, soccer time, PVD Porchfest, block parties, historic homes, and more!

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Celebrating Pride Month in Rhode Island? Here’s what you need to know.

June’s arrival marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ rights and spirit. Lots of festivities will be happening around the Ocean State. We’ve compiled some highlights.

THEATER REVIEW

‘A Chorus Line’: Singular sensations replace grand storytelling in Theatre By The Sea season opener

Can Theatre By the Sea, given its tendency to go big, go small?

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401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, May 31 to June 7

This week: Pride Month celebrations, Italian food, a ‘90s party, RISD exhibition, and more!

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401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, May 24-31

This week: RISD on the runway, Memorial Day festivities, Newport food, drive-in movies, and more!

FOOD & DINING

Where to eat and drink on Wickenden Street in Providence

From gourmet pizzas to one of the state’s only Uyghur restaurants, these places to eat along Wickenden Street are worth a visit.

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401 Fun: The best things to do in Rhode Island, May 16-23

This week: LEGOs, chocolate, “Jaws,” a fashion show, lobster rolls, South African jazz, and more.

THEATER REVIEW

‘Doubt: A Parable’ is a compelling battle of wills

Intriguing, thought-provoking production ends Gamm Theatre’s 2023-24 season.