Calendar
Highlights
Sound Sessions
music Events
Friday (8/3)
Newport Folk Festival
International Tennis Hall of Fame
194 Bellevue Ave
Newport
08/03/07
847-3700
$30-$85
8pm
http://www.newportfolk.com
Saturday (8/4)
Newport Folk Festival
Sunday (8/5)
Newport Folk Festival
Thursday (8/9)
Swing n' Strings with Al Basile
Friday (8/10)
JVC Jazz Festival
International Tennis Hall of Fame
194 Bellevue Ave
Newport
08/10/07
866-468-3700
$30-$85
8pm
http://www.ticketweb.com
Saturday (8/11)
JVC Jazz Festival
Sunday (8/12)
JVC Jazz Festival
Wednesday (7/30)
Kennedy Plaza Evening Performance
Burnside Park
Greater Kennedy Plaza
Providence
07/30/08 5:00 PM
421-2489 x 273
Price listed on website
The West African Highlife band will perform music from their native Liberia.
http://www.kennedyplaza.org
Thursday (7/31)
Concerts Under the Elms
John Brown House Museum Lawn
52 Power Street
Providence
07/31/08 6:30 PM
331-8575 x 33
$8
The RI Historical Society presents a series of evenings filled with live music in an outdoor setting, as well as picnic items from Eastside Marketplace. The Greg Abate Jazz Quartet will perform swinging jazz standards as well as original music in the same style.
http://www.rihs.org/concerts.html
Friday (8/1)
Waterplace Park Concert Series
Waterplace Park
One Financial Way
Providence
08/01/08 7:30 PM
421-7740
Free
A summer concert series with musical acts from Providence, New England and around the world. Greg Abate will be playing today.
http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/concerts.php
Tuesday (8/5)
Celebrate Providence!
To be held in
Brown Street Park,
Providence
08/05/08
454-8712
Free
"Celebrate Providence!" is a neighborhood performing art series that brings music, dance and theatre into neighborhood parks throughout the city. This week Infusion Experience will perform, playing original music with a flamenco Afro-Cuban flair.
http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/NPAI_2008_Press_Release.pdf
Thursday (8/7)
Keturah Burgess/Heather Acoustic Band
Greenwich Hotel
162 Main Street
East Greenwich
08/07/08
884-4200
Price listed on website
http://www.myspace.com/greenwichhotel
Concerts Under the Elms
John Brown House Museum Lawn
52 Power Street
Providence
08/07/08 6:30 PM
331-8575 x 33
$8
The RI Historical Society presents a series of evenings filled with live music in an outdoor setting, as well as picnic items from Eastside Marketplace. Driftwoods, the Beach Boys tribute band, will perform.
http://www.rihs.org/concerts.html
Experimental Music from Japan and Providence
Firehouse 13
41 Central Street
Providence
08/07/08 8:00 PM
270-1801
Price listed on website
My Pal Foot Foot, Escalade, Fuseaction, and Zane Claverie: Vibe Police will play experimental music from Japan and Providence.
http://www.firehouse13.org
Sunday (8/10)
Soul Ambition
Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater,
next to to Pawtucket City Hall on Roosevelt Avenue
in Pawtucket
08/10/08 6:00 PM
724-2200
Free
Soul Ambition will perform rhythm and blues as part of the Pawtucket Riverfront Concert Series.
http://www.pawtucketri.com
dining Events
Friday (8/3)
23rd Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival
Saturday (8/4)
24th Annual Charlestown Seafood Festival
Sunday (8/5)
Ice Cream Social & Teddy Bear Picnic
Kinney Bungalow at Sunset Farm
505 Point Judith Road
Narragansett
08/05/07
788 0823
http://www.narragansettri.com
other Events
Thursday (8/2)
Main Street Stroll
Newport Comedy - Lisa Lampanelli
Newport Yachting Center
America's Cup Ave.
Newport
08/02/07 7:30 PM
331-2211
$35
Part of the 2007 Newport Summer Comedy Series, through August 19.
http://www.newportcomedy.com
Tuesday (8/7)
The Wiggles
Ryan Center at URI
1 Lincoln Almond Drive
Kingston
08/07/07
788-3200
$21-$38
http://www.theryancenter.com
Wednesday (8/8)
Killers of Comedy
Stadium Theatre
28 Monument Square
Woonsocket
08/08/07
762-4545
$25-$30
Featuring Rev. Bob Levy, Jim Florentine, Richard Christy, Shuli, Yucko the Clown, and Beetlejuice
http://www.stadiumtheatre.com
Garden Soirees: A Feast for the Senses
Blithwold Mansion, Gardens, and Aboretum
101 Ferry Rd
Bristol
08/08/07 5:00 PM
253-2707 x16
$15-$25
VIsit Blithewold for wine, music, and flowers, highlighting fine Australian varietals.
http://www.blithewold.org
Thursday (8/9)
Newport Comedy - Gallagher
Newport Yachting Center
America's Cup Ave.
Newport
08/09/07 7:30 PM
331-2211
$30
Part of the 2007 Newport Summer Comedy Series, through August 19.
http://www.newportcomedy.com
Friday (8/10)
Ida Lewis Distance Race
Saturday (8/11)
Rhode Island National Guard Leapfest
Tuesday (7/29)
Public Square Tuesday
on the sidewalk along the Washington Street side
of Burnside Park
Providence
07/29/08 11:00 AM
421-2489 x 273
Price listed on website
Come on down to find out what volunteer opportunities local non-profit agencies have to offer. This week: Women's Reproductive Health, East Coast Greenway Alliance, United Methodist Elder Care, Center For Hispanic Policy And Advocacy, Direct Action for Rights and Equality, The Apeiron Institute for Sustainable Living, Street Sights, All Children's Theatre, Boys Town New England, Blackstone Valley Community Action Program, Make-A-Wish Foundation of RI, RI HUD Tenant Project, Community Congress/ Feinstein Institute, Big Sisters of RI, Mt. Hope Learning Center, RI Patient Advocacy Coalition, Plan USA Youth Engagement and Action Team, and Neighborhood Health Plan.
http://www.kennedyplaza.org
Boys' League Basketball
Bank of America Skating Center
Greater Kennedy Plaza
Providence
07/29/08 5:45 PM
421-2489 x 273
Price listed on website
http://www.kennedyplaza.org
Wednesday (7/30)
Girls' League Basketball
Bank of America Skating Center
Greater Kennedy Plaza
Providence
07/30/08 6:00 PM
421-2489 x 273
Price listed on website
http://www.kennedyplaza.org
Saturday (8/2)
Newport International Polo Series
Glen Farm
715 East Main Road/Route138
Portsmouth
08/02/08 5:00 PM
847-7090
$10-15
The Newport International Polo Series continues, with USA versus Egypt.
http://www.newportinternationalpolo.com
art + culture Events
Monday (7/30)
Picture This at Perishable Theatre Arts School
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
07/30/07 7:00 PM
(41) 331-2695
$30
Perishable Theatre Arts School announces its latest edition
of the popular Last Monday series of film & TV business seminars hosted by
Anne Mulhall of LDI Casting. LDI Casting¹s current projects include the
Showtime series Brotherhood and 27 Dresses (starring Katherine Heigl). Help with choosing the right head shot, preparing a resume, and finding the right photographer will be shared with anyone interested in breaking out into film. An area photographer will join Ms. Mulhall for this in-depth business
seminar to give solid advice on creating a package that works for you. This
is a great workshop for actors new to the business as well as more seasoned
performers who want to make sure their updates are in step with the
industry. Ages 16 and up, also appropriate for parents of child actors.Perishable Theatre, Rhode Island¹s Research & Development Theatre, continues
its tradition of developing new talent by giving you access to leading area
professionals like Ms. Mulhall. Recently, our students have acted in films,
on television, and appeared on the Perishable stage alongside our Resident
Artists. Register early! Registration for Picture This closes on July 23. No
exceptions. Picture This meets for one night only, July 30, from 7-9 PM.
Tuition is $30. Perishable Theatre, 95 Empire Street, Downtown Providence.
For more information call Perishable Theatre Arts School, 401.331.2695 ext.
102.
http://www.perishable.org
Wednesday (8/1)
"Torah! Torah! Torah!" The Musical
Leeds Theatre, Brown University
77 Waterman Ave.
Providence
08/01/07
863-2838
$2-$10
Performed by the Brown/Trinity Repertory Theatre. .
http://www.brown.edu/btprep
Thursday (8/2)
"Neighborhood 3: Requisition of Doom"
Leeds Theatre, Brown University
77 Waterman Ave.
Providence
08/02/07
863-2838
$2-$10
Performed by the Brown/Trinity Repertory Theatre.
http://www.brown.edu/btprep
Exhibit: 80th Members Annual
South County Art Association Gallery
2587 Kingstown Rd
Kingston
08/02/07
783-2195
http://www.southcountyart.org
Friday (8/3)
"boom"
Leeds Theatre, Brown University
77 Waterman Ave.
Providence
08/03/07
863-2838
$2-$10
Performed by the Brown/Trinity Repertory Theatre.
http://www.brown.edu/btprep
Killers of Comedy
Stadium Theatre
28 Monument Square
Woonsocket
08/03/07
762-4545
$25-$30
8pm
http://www.stadiumtheatre.com
Exhibit: 80th Members Annual
South County Art Association Gallery
2587 Kingstown Rd
Kingston
08/03/07
783-2195
http://www.southcountyart.org
Saturday (8/4)
Exhibit: 80th Members Annual
South County Art Association Gallery
2587 Kingstown Rd
Kingston
08/04/07
783-2195
http://www.southcountyart.org
Brown/Trinity Playwrights Marathon
Leeds Theatre, Brown University
77 Waterman Ave.
Providence
08/04/07
863-2838
$22
See three plays in one sitting! Performances of "boom," "Neighborhood 3: Requisition of Doom," and "Torah! Torah! Torah!" by the Brown/Trinity Playwrights Repertory Theatre.
http://www.brown.edu/btprep
Sunday (8/5)
Sylvia
The Firehouse Theater
4 Equality Park Place
Newport
08/05/07 8:00 PM
849-FIRE
$20
The Firehouse Theater presents: Sylvia, a comedy about a dog, the couple who adopts her and the drama that results. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, August 5-21. Mention www.providenceonline.com to get $5 off on up to 6 seats.
http://www.firehousetheater.org
Tuesday (8/7)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Celebrate Providence! With The Friends Of Elmhurst
Fargnoli Park
Smith Street Between April Court and Sharon Street
Providence
08/07/07 6:00 PM
421-7740
Free
The Friends of Elmhurst will present performances by local artists every Thursday this summer, as part of the "Celebrate Providence!" series. This week's performance will be by Napua O Polynesia Dancers.
http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/NPAI_2008_Press_Release.pdf
Wednesday (8/8)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
80th Members Annual Exhibit
South County Art Association Gallery
2587 Kingstown Rd
Kingston
08/08/07
783-2195
Free admission
Thru August 25
http://www.southcountyart.org
Thursday (8/9)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
The Fledgling Festival
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
08/09/07
331-2695 x101
$8-$12
Short performances of dance, theater, puppetry, music and mania from local and not-so-local artists. Runs August 9-19.
http://www.perishable.org
Friday (8/10)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Saturday (8/11)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
332nd Annual Narragansett Indian Tribe Pow Wow
Old Mill Road
Rt 2
Charlestown
08/11/07
800-287-4225
Free admission
http://www.narragansett-tribe.org
The Fledgling Festival
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
08/11/07
331-2695 x101
$8-$12
Short performances of dance, theater, puppetry, music, and mania from local and not-so-local artists. Runs August 9-19.
http://www.perishable.org
Sunday (8/12)
332nd Annual Narragansett Indian Tribe Pow Wow
Old Mill Road
Rt 2
Charlestown
08/12/07
800-287-4225
Free admission
http://www.narragansett-tribe.org
Monday (8/13)
The Fledgling Festival
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
08/13/07
331-2695 x101
$8-$12
Short performances of dance, theater, puppetry, music and mania from local and not-so-local artists. Runs August 9-19.
http://www.perishable.org
Tuesday (7/29)
Best of Rhode Island Party
Providence Performing Arts Center
220 Weybosset Street
Providence
07/29/08 6:00 PM
421-2997
$50
A party featuring Rhode Island Monthly's Best of Rhode Island picks, including complimentary beer, wine and signature martinis, as well as local celebrities, unique auction items, raffles, wine and dine packages, and more. Event proceeds benefit ArtReach, a local nonprofit to help bring the visual and performing arts in local schools.
http://www.ppacri.org
Movies on the Beach
Atlantic Pizza
145 Atlantic Avenue
Westerly
07/29/08 8:45 PM
596-7761
Free
The Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce presents The Big Screen Movies on The Beach Program, held every Tuesday evening at dusk. This week's movie is "Shrek the Third."
http://www.westerlychamber.org
Thursday (7/31)
Newport Summer Comedy Series
Newport Yachting Center
America's Cup Avenue
Newport
07/31/08
331-2211
Price listed on website
The 2008 Newport Summer Comedy Series is back for an eighth season, and will present "America's Got Talent" winner Terry Fator.
http://www.newportcomedy.com
One Crazy Summer
Tazza
250 Westminster Street
Providence
07/31/08
421-3300
Price listed on website
As part of Tazza's Movies on the Block Series, the film "One Crazy Summer" will be screened.
http://www.tazzacaffe.com
Food, Art, and Wine
Napa Valley Grille Providence
259 Atwells Avenue
Providence
07/31/08 5:30 PM
454-8844
Price listed on website
Gallery Z's monthly Food, Art and Wine event, featuring cuisine from Napa Valley Grille and art from the gallery's current exhibition, "Prints and Multiples."
http://www.galleryzprov.com
Celebrate Providence! With The Friends Of Elmhurst
Fargnoli Park
Smith Street Between April Court and Sharon Street
Providence
07/31/08 6:00 PM
421-7740
Free
The Friends of Elmhurst will present performances by local artists every Thursday this summer, as part of the "Celebrate Providence!" series. This week's performance will be by The Providence Mandolin Orchestra.
http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/NPAI_2008_Press_Release.pdf
Celebrate Providence! with WBNA
Dexter Training Grounds Park
73 Dexter Street
Providence
07/31/08 6:00 PM
421-7740
Free
The West Broadway Neighborhood Association will present a series of performances every Thursday in July, as part of the "Celebrate Providence!" neighborhood performing arts series. This week features youth-produced animated films, spoken word, poetry, and a variety of other art projects by New Urban Arts.
http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/NPAI_2008_Press_Release.pdf
Footloose
Courthouse Center for the Arts
3481 Kingstown Road
West Kingston
07/31/08 8:00 PM
782-1018
$22
The Courthouse Center presents "Footloose," a high-energy musical that tells the story of a kid from the city who moves to a small town and shakes up the status quo. Playing through August 3.
http://www.courthousearts.org
Friday (8/1)
Cryptic Providence
North Burial Ground
5 Branch Avenue
Providence
08/01/08
621-6123
Free
The historic North Burial Ground in Providence hosts an art and performance project by Provincetown artist Jay Critchley. Fifteen projects from visual artists and performers from around the country were invited to create original, site-specific installations and performances throughout the cemetery
http://www.arttixri.com
Cultural Awakenings 2008: Sydney Burleigh
Bert Gallery
540 South Water Street
Providence
08/01/08
751-2628
Free
An exhibition featuring the successful watercolors of S.R. Burleigh, along with documentation of local arts- and crafts-inspired projects initiated by the artist. Runs through September 26.
http://www.bertgallery.com
Photography By Andre Aloshine
Gail Cahalan Gallery
200 Allens Avenue
Providence
08/01/08
744-0295
Free
An exhibition of radiant, large-scale pieces that work to push the boundaries of traditional photography. Exhibit runs through August 9.
http://www.gcgallery.net
Fundraiser At TSETSE Gallery
TSETSE Gallery
101 Orange Street
Providence
08/01/08 5:30 PM
453-3337
$15
Presents an an exciting opportunity to enjoy art works expressing feelings, thoughts, life views and experiences related to the blind and visually impaired community. To reserve your door tickets, please mail a check made out to the TSETSE Gallery, 101 Orange Street, Providence, RI, 02903.
http://www.tsetsegallery.org
Footloose
Courthouse Center for the Arts
3481 Kingstown Road
West Kingston
08/01/08 8:00 PM
782-1018
$22
The Courthouse Center presents "Footloose," a high-energy musical that tells the story of a kid from the city who moves to a small town and shakes up the status quo. Playing through August 3.
http://www.courthousearts.org
Saturday (8/2)
RiverWalk
John Brown House Museum
52 Power Street
Providence
08/02/08 5:30 PM
273-7507 x 62
$10
Held on nights of full WaterFire lightings, this walking tour of Providence shares the stories of the city's waterfront and its early development, as well as the origins of WaterFire itself.
http://www.rihs.org
Straight Mixed Culture
Firehouse 13
41 Central Street
Providence
08/02/08 7:00 PM
270-1801
$5
A creative event combining an art opening, live performances, music, and a party.
http://www.firehouse13.org
Footloose
Courthouse Center for the Arts
3481 Kingstown Road
West Kingston
08/02/08 8:00 PM
782-1018
$22
The Courthouse Center presents "Footloose," a high-energy musical that tells the story of a kid from the city who moves to a small town and shakes up the status quo. Playing through August 3.
http://www.courthousearts.org
WaterFire Providence
At various locations
in
downtown Providence
08/02/08 8:15 PM
272-3111
Free
Barnaby Evans' award-winning art installation will be in full blaze on the three rivers of downtown Providence. For more information or for a schedule of associated events, please visit their website at:
http://www.waterfire.org
Sunday (8/3)
RI Watercolor Society Faculty Show
J. C. Potter Casino (Boat House)
Slater Memorial Park, Armistice Boulevard
Pawtucket
08/03/08 1:00 PM
726-1876
Free
Opening reception for an exhibition featuring original watermedia paintings created by the Society's current faculty members. The exhibit and sale of paintings will run through August 21.
http://www.riws.org
Footloose
Courthouse Center for the Arts
3481 Kingstown Road
West Kingston
08/03/08 4:00 PM
782-1018
$22
The Courthouse Center presents "Footloose," a high-energy musical that tells the story of a kid from the city who moves to a small town and shakes up the status quo. Playing through August 3.
http://www.courthousearts.org
AS220 Gallery Opening
AS220
115 Empire Street
Providence
08/03/08 4:00 PM
831-9327
Price listed on website
An opening reception for this month's AS220 Main Gallery art display, featuring new paintings by Holly Popielarz and and new work by Povilas Mecys. Open Window will host new works by Rachel Coleman, while the Youth Gallery features the works of Randy Shapiro and Evan Owen-Stively. Finally, the AS220 Project Space, located at 93 Mathewson Street, hosts new video work by Philip Krauss and new installation by Emily Klass.
http://www.as220.org
The Tempest
Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater,
next to to Pawtucket City Hall on Roosevelt Avenue
in Pawtucket
08/03/08 6:00 PM
724-2200
Free
Mixed Magic Theatre will present "The Tempest" as part of the Pawtucket Riverfront Concert Series.
http://www.pawtucketri.com
Tuesday (8/5)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Statewide,
throughout
Rhode Island
08/05/08
861-4445
Price listed on website
Festival showcasing over 300 films from around the world in six days. For a complete schedule of events, call or visit their website.
http://www.RIFilmFest.org
Bert Gallery Pocket Show
Bert Gallery
540 South Water Street
Providence
08/05/08
751-2628
Price listed on website
The works of Frank Gasbarro will be on display all this month.
http://www.bertgallery.com
Movies on the Beach
Atlantic Beach Park
321 Atlantic Avenue
Westerly
08/05/08 8:45 PM
596-7761
Free
The Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce presents The Big Screen Movies on The Beach Program, held every Tuesday evening at dusk. This week's movie is "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory."
http://www.westerlychamber.org
Wednesday (8/6)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Statewide,
throughout
Rhode Island
08/06/08
861-4445
Price listed on website
Festival showcasing over 300 films from around the world in six days. For a complete schedule of events, call or visit their website.
http://www.RIFilmFest.org
Thursday (8/7)
Rocky Point Movie
Tazza
250 Westminster Street
Providence
08/07/08
421-3300
Price listed on website
As part of Tazza's Movies on the Block Series, the film "Rocky Point Movie" will be screened.
http://www.tazzacaffe.com
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Statewide,
throughout
Rhode Island
08/07/08
861-4445
Price listed on website
Festival showcasing over 300 films from around the world in six days. For a complete schedule of events, call or visit their website.
http://www.RIFilmFest.org
Providence Italian Arts & Music Festival
Various locations
in
downtown Providence
08/07/08
808-5614
Free
Non-stop live musical entertainment will run from opening until closing each day of this festival, which includes classical opera and arias, hard-driving swing, jazz accordion and many others. Food, beverage and souvenir vendors will be set up along the river. Through August 11.
http://www.providenceitalianfestival.com
Auditions for Suessical
Mill River Players
850 Hope Street
Bristol
08/07/08 7:00 PM
721-0909
Free
The Mill River Players will hold tryouts for roles in their upcoming production of Suessical: The Musical. 9 men, 7 women, 1 boy (9-12 years old), 6 children (7-12 years old), and an ensemble of men and women of various ages are needed to fill roles.
http://www.millriverplayers.org
The Fledgling Festival
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
08/07/08 8:00 PM
621-6123
$10
Perishable Theatre and Peter Deffet present an experimental theatre extravaganza, incorporating new works by local artists and different performing art genres.
http://www.perishable.org
Friday (8/8)
Providence Italian Arts & Music Festival
Various locations
in
downtown Providence
08/08/08
808-5614
Free
Non-stop live musical entertainment will run from opening until closing each day of this festival, which includes classical opera and arias, hard-driving swing, jazz accordion and many others. Food, beverage and souvenir vendors will be set up along the river. Through August 11.
http://www.providenceitalianfestival.com
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Statewide,
throughout
Rhode Island
08/08/08
861-4445
Price listed on website
Festival showcasing over 300 films from around the world in six days. For a complete schedule of events, call or visit their website.
http://www.RIFilmFest.org
Auditions for Suessical
Mill River Players
850 Hope Street
Bristol
08/08/08 7:00 PM
721-0909
Free
The Mill River Players will hold tryouts for roles in their upcoming production of Suessical: The Musical. 9 men, 7 women, 1 boy (9-12 years old), 6 children (7-12 years old), and an ensemble of men and women of various ages are needed to fill roles.
http://www.millriverplayers.org
The Fledgling Festival
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
08/08/08 8:00 PM
621-6123
$10
Perishable Theatre and Peter Deffet present an experimental theatre extravaganza, incorporating new works by local artists and different performing art genres.
http://www.perishable.org
Saturday (8/9)
Celebrate Providence! with Jump! Dance Company
Burnside Park
in
Providence
08/09/08
421-7740
Free
Jump! Dance Company will perform in Burnside Park as part of the "Celebrate Providence!" neighborhood performing arts series.
http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/NPAI_2008_Press_Release.pdf
Providence Italian Arts & Music Festival
Various locations
in
downtown Providence
08/09/08
808-5614
Free
Non-stop live musical entertainment will run from opening until closing each day of this festival, which includes classical opera and arias, hard-driving swing, jazz accordion and many others. Food, beverage and souvenir vendors will be set up along the river. Through August 11.
http://www.providenceitalianfestival.com
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Statewide,
throughout
Rhode Island
08/09/08
861-4445
Price listed on website
Festival showcasing over 300 films from around the world in six days. For a complete schedule of events, call or visit their website.
http://www.RIFilmFest.org
ProvFlux
Firehouse 13
41 Central Street
Providence
08/09/08 3:00 PM
270-1801
Price listed on website
Hosting of the second annual ProvFlux lecture series. On view in the gallery will be a collection of photographs by Seven Arrows Farm co-founder Miche Marcellot.
http://www.firehouse13.org
Newport International Polo Series
Glen Farm
715 East Main Road/Route138
Portsmouth
08/09/08 5:00 PM
847-7090
$10-15
The Newport International Polo Series continues, with the Lufthansa Invitational.
http://www.newportinternationalpolo.com
The Fledgling Festival
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
08/09/08 8:00 PM
621-6123
$10
Perishable Theatre and Peter Deffet present an experimental theatre extravaganza, incorporating new works by local artists and different performing art genres.
http://www.perishable.org
Sunday (8/10)
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Statewide,
throughout
Rhode Island
08/10/08
861-4445
Price listed on website
Festival showcasing over 300 films from around the world in six days. For a complete schedule of events, call or visit their website.
http://www.RIFilmFest.org
Providence Italian Arts & Music Festival
Various locations
in
downtown Providence
08/10/08
808-5614
Free
Non-stop live musical entertainment will run from opening until closing each day of this festival, which includes classical opera and arias, hard-driving swing, jazz accordion and many others. Food, beverage and souvenir vendors will be set up along the river. Through August 11.
http://www.providenceitalianfestival.com
Pocket Show: Frank Gasbarro
Bert Gallery
540 South Water Street
Providence
08/10/08
751.2628
Price listed on website
Through August 29, Bert Gallery hosts the work of contemporary Rhode Island artist Frank Gasbarro.
http://www.bertgallery.com
Flutterby: Butterflies In Bloom
Roger Williams Park Zoo
1000 Elmwood Avenue
Providence
08/10/08
785-3510
$3, $2 children in addition to regular zoo admission
A new zoo exhibition featuring a picturesque greenhouse filled with hundreds of North America's most beautiful butterfly species. Through September 1.
http://www.rwpzoo.org
Cryptic Providence
North Burial Ground
5 Branch Avenue
Providence
08/10/08
621-6123
Free
The historic North Burial Ground in Providence hosts an art and performance project by Provincetown artist Jay Critchley. Fifteen projects from visual artists and performers from around the country were invited to create original, site-specific installations and performances throughout the cemetery.
http://www.arttixri.com
Cultural Awakenings 2008: Sydney Burleigh
Bert Gallery
540 South Water Street
Providence
08/10/08
751-2628
Free
Exhibit featuring an account of the life and works of Sydney Burleigh, an advocate for the Arts and Crafts movement, decorative arts and the intergration of fine arts and design in the Rhode Island community. Runs through September 26.
http://www.bertgallery.com
Prints And Multiples
Gallery Z
259 Atwells Avenue
Providence
08/10/08
454-8844
Free
This exhibit will explore the numerous processes and techniques used by printmakers that include limited edition prints, lithographs, woodcuts, etchings, engravings and serigraphs. Runs through August 30.
http://www.galleryzprov.com
Subject To Change: Art And Design From The 20th Century
RISD Museum
224 Benefit Street
Providence
08/10/08
454-6500
$8 adults, $5 seniors, $3 students
This ongoing exhibition displays masterworks of painting, sculpture, furniture, ceramics, drawings, photographs, costume, textiles, and industrial design from 1900 to 2000, all drawn from the Museum's permanent collections.
http://www.risdmuseum.com
The Fledgling Festival
Perishable Theatre
95 Empire Street
Providence
08/10/08 3:00 PM
621-6123
$10
Perishable Theatre and Peter Deffet present an experimental theatre extravaganza, incorporating new works by local artists and different performing art genres.
http://www.perishable.org
Monday (8/11)
Providence Italian Arts & Music Festival
Various locations
in
downtown Providence
08/11/08
808-5614
Free
Non-stop live musical entertainment will run from opening until closing each day of this festival, which includes classical opera and arias, hard-driving swing, jazz accordion and many others. Food, beverage and souvenir vendors will be set up along the river. Through August 11.
http://www.providenceitalianfestival.com
Tuesday (8/12)
Movies on the Beach
Sandy Shore Motel
149 Atlantic Avenue
Westerly
08/12/08 8:45 PM
596-7761
Free
The Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce presents The Big Screen Movies on The Beach Program, held every Tuesday evening at dusk. This week's movie is "Daddy Day Camp."
http://www.westerlychamber.org
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