Providence fixed price menus, M Night Shyamalan’s supernatural romance film, morning and sunset tours of Pomham Rocks lighthouse, and more.
Happy Tuesday, Providence. Hope you had a great holiday weekend! You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let PVD Current serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: Providence offers fixed price menus at sixty eateries, M Night Shyamalan’s supernatural romance filmed locally, and the Journal building transformed into income restricted lofts — catch up here.
State-level stories: Rhode Island brings moon jellies to local waters, a Zone 1 dispensary license reopens at last, and a new state health lab taking shape — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Gen Z stashing three times more in their 401k, Neanderthals crushing bones into prehistoric grease, and a blazing interstellar comet streaking by Mars orbit — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Apply for free and reduced school lunches
- Explore Brown’s campus to uncover slavery’s legacy
- Enjoy local produce at West Warwick market
- Learn to address stigma in primary care
- Learn oil pastel techniques at this painting class
- Got debt? See if you qualify for relief
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Legal: Nobody plans to need a personal injury lawyer, but life has a way of throwing curveballs. When the unexpected happens, rest easy knowing you can turn to trusted personal injury attorneys. They’ll go to bat for you (and handle all the paperwork) so you can get back to living your life.
Wellness: Ready to roll out your mat and find your flow? These yoga studios offer everything from heated sweat-your-buns off classes to soothing restorative sessions for every level.
Drink: Your morning ritual deserves better than gas station swill and drive-thru disappointment. From baristas who remember your “usual” to pastry cases that whisper sweet temptations, nearby caffeine sanctuaries know that great coffee is about way more than just the beans.
Community: Neighborhood shops and cafés do more than sling lattes and sell stuff. They’re the heartbeat of every neighborhood. Every dollar you spend locally keeps Providence weird, wonderful, and uniquely ours. Learn more about the connection here.
College: If your future graduate has zero credit history, co-signing their student loan gives them instant credibility for better rates and approval chances. The best part? CollegeAve simplifies the entire process and releases you from co-signer duty once your kiddo proves they can handle the payments.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirey outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
This week
🌅 Morning and Sunset Tours of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse @ Edgewood Yacht Club | Wednesday (7/9) at 9:30am – Need to shake up your weekend status quo? Jump on a ten-minute boat from Edgewood Yacht Club, explore the 1871 tower, and marvel at the antique Fresnel lens. Opt for a sunset cruise if mornings aren’t your thing.
🎬 48HFP Premieres @ Avon Cinema | Wednesday (7/9) at 6:00pm – Ready to swap your usual weekend reruns? Check out a film showcase featuring local comedy, drama, and even martial arts shorts made in just 48 hours. Stick around to vote for your best flick, then poke the filmmakers with your burning questions.
🦋 Monarch Butterfly Oil Pastel Class @ Paint and Vino | Thursday (7/10) at 7:00pm – Leave your overachiever hat at home and dive into an oil pastel class where you’ll paint a sunset butterfly, frame included. No art school creds required, just a hint of whimsy, a free drink, and the smug satisfaction of outshining your last vacation snapshot.
🎮 History of Nintendo Play Lab @ Cumberland Public Library | Friday (7/11) at 10:00am – If you’ve bragged about your high score back in the day, here’s your chance to prove it. One Up Games hauled in each vintage Nintendo console collecting dust, all set up in the library’s children’s room for an all-ages, drop-in arcade.
🎤 Yannis Pappas @ Comedy Connection | Friday (7/11) at 9:30pm – Whether you’re into razor-sharp stand-up or just love bragging you saw a future Netflix special live, catch Yannis Pappas this weekend. Free parking means no digging for quarters, just settle in, zip up your bags, and enjoy his deadpan takes, just don’t heckle.
This weekend
🎈 40 & Fabulous @ Roger Williams Park Zoo | Saturday (7/12) at 9:30am – Whether you’ve been sneaking snacks to Alice, Ginny, and Kate since they first arrived or you’re just elephant-curious, our favorite ladies are hitting 40 and expecting cake. Swing by for birthday treats, hands-on enrichment demos, kids’ crafts, and family fun that goes the distance.
💎 Stone Setting Techniques – Tab Setting Jewelry Workshop @ The Bench Jewelry Studio | Saturday (7/12) at 10:00am – Dust off your jeweler’s bench for a hands-on workshop where you’ll master tab settings for cabochons, big and small. No more wrestling loose stones into store-bought designs, just you, some metal tabs, and enough patience to make the grandkids jealous.
🚴♂️ Bike Ride to Ice Cream @ Riverside Park | Saturday (7/12) at 3:00pm – Grab your helmet and sense of humor for a guided bike ride along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway that ends at Sundae’s Ice Cream for well-deserved soft serve bliss. Lycra optional, enthusiasm mandatory. Bring your own bike or rent one of ours.
⏰ The 24 Hour Plays @ Franklin Farm | Saturday (7/12) at 7:00pm – If you’re bored with garden concerts, Franklin Farm offers original plays under the stars made start-to-finish in 24 hours. It’s equal parts inspiration, mild panic, and plenty of genuine local charm. It’s outdoor theater at its quirkiest, with scripts born, rehearsed, and performed before sunrise.
🌿 Forage & Flourish @ Merino Park | Sunday (7/13) at 10:00am – Dust off your inner squirrel and join WRWC’s beginner-friendly foraging walk, where you’ll learn to spot edible wild treasures, then turn them into a fuss-free natural arrangement that screams “I’ve been flirting with Mother Nature for years.” No green thumb required.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 7/9 Ocean State Ramblers @ Smith-Appleby House – 5:30 pm
- 7/9 Nickel Jukebox @ Weaver Library – 6:30 pm
- 7/10 Christopher Depot @ St Antoine – 6 pm
- 7/10 Mvthacrwd @ Alchemy – 7 pm
- 7/10 Envy Deric @ Noir Lounge – 9 pm
- 7/11 Chan the Human @ The Parlour – 5 pm
- 7/11 Mel @ River Island Art Park – 6 pm
- 7/11 Jay Rabbitt @ Wannamoisett Country Club – 6 pm
- 7/11 Ala Jaza @ Mangos Restaurant – 7 pm
- 7/11 Adriana Trigiani @ East Providence High School – 7 pm
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