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PVDFest in the Park: NOH Face & Friends and Belly Dance by Eunice

Riverside Park Aleppo Street, Providence, RI, United States

There are two exciting PVDFest performances tonight! Performers: NOH FACE & FRIENDS (Nefertiti San Miguel from Etnia Fusion) An eclectic fusion of Japanese performing arts, encompassing Odori (folk) dance, theatrical masks and martial arts. Original work inspired by Noh Theater, Fantasy Characters, Animation Films and annual celebrations such as Oshogatsu, Hatsume and Bon Festival. This […]

Free

PVDFest in the Park: Bay Spring Gypsy Caravan

Burnside Park 40 Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI, United States

Bay Spring Gypsy Caravan: Andy Reich, Ben Andrews, Ivan Wolfson, John Rufo, Bill Lapolla, Pete DiCiccio, Larry Berren and Steve Buka Bay Spring Gypsy Caravan is a jazz band performing in the Parisian style of Django Reinhardt and Stephan Grapelli. Our musicians employ instruments such as jazz violin, guitars, mandolin, accordion, clarinet, keyboard and bass. […]

PVDFest in the Park: Mystic Jammers

Dexter Park Parade St & Willow St, Providence, RI, United States

The Mystic Jammers use sonic science and music metaphysics to drive audiences into a state of ecstasy. The Mystic Jammers are a consortium of highly qualified musicians that have been touring and recording Reggae and Caribbean music for more than 30 years.

Pageant for Providence

BankNewport City Center (Providence Rink) 2 Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI, United States

The Pageant for Providence is a free, COVID-safe artistic experience in Providence on August 13th, 14th and 15th! The Pageant for Providence celebrates the Providence community, provides space to reflect and reckon with the past year, and offers an opportunity for healing and catharsis as we dream into what post-pandemic life will look like. It […]

The Legacy of J’ouvert in Carnival (Panel discussion)

Roger Williams Park Casino 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, United States

J'ouvert, pronounced "jou-vay" from the French patois, is a traditional festival originating in Trinidad and Tobago but is celebrated throughout the Caribbean. Meaning "dawn" or "daybreak," J'ourvert celebrations begin in the early morning and commemorate emancipation from slavery. Historically, the festival occurs in August, but it has become associated with pre-carnival celebration over time. As […]

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FirstWorks Live—Music at Roger Williams Park: CARNIVAL!

Roger Williams Park Bandstand Behind the RWP Casino, Providence, RI, United States

Shake off those blues and celebrate with the sounds, ideas and spirit of Carnival right here in Providence! Joyful sounds + smoking rhythm section + hot horns = all the ingredients to ignite a dance party at the height of summer. Special guest artist Etienne Charles FirstWorks Live—Music at Roger Williams Park is presented by […]

Free

PVDFest in the Park: Refined313, Gerald Perkins Live Gospel Experience and Jermatic, Thomasina, + Djim Job

Dexter Park Parade St & Willow St, Providence, RI, United States

PVDFest in the Park has three exciting performances at Dexter Park tonight! Refined313 Performers: Rosalind Campbell, Angel Cooper, Melody Forrest Redined313 plays inspirational lyrics over upbeat music and positive messages. —— Gerald Perkins Live Gospel Experience Gerald Perkins sings inspirational and contemporary Gospel songs for all ages. —— Jermatic, Thomasina, and Djim Job Performers: Jermatic […]

Free

My State House Community Mapping

Providence Community Library - Smith Hill Branch 31 Candace St., Providence, RI, United States

My State House is a participatory design project that invites Rhode Islanders to re-imagine the Rhode Island State House and its abundant green space in ways that make it more welcoming and accessible to the community. Participants draw or write their Big Ideas on maps of the building and the grounds. These maps will be […]

Free

Providence Landmark Public Art: Meet the Artists!

Virtual

Meet the five Finalists of the Landmark Public Art competition in a moderated conversation on Thursday, August 19, from 5:30-7:30 PM. Mayor Elorza, the City of Providence Department of Art, Culture + Tourism, the Art in City Life Commission and community partners invite you to meet the finalists of the inaugural Landmark Public Artwork competition! […]

Field Day

Donigian Park 228 Valley Street, Providence, RI, United States

Join us for this PVDFest Happening: Field Day, a DdBE Production, for an event with DJs, live music, sports, art, games & more!




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