Friday
● Rachmaninoff's well-known and highly praised Vespers turns 100 this year. Joseph Fort will direct the Sine Nomine choral ensemble and selected guests, as they celebrate the Vespers in a one-night concert. Tickets can be purchased at the door. 8pm. $20, 15 for students and seniors. 110 Summer St., New Bedford MA. More info…
● Maine’s The Mallett Brothers Band, who play a hybrid between country music and alternative rock, are headlining a three-band concert at The Met. Check out hits off their new album, Lights Along the River, or classics from their award-winning album, Land. 9pm. $10. 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket. More Info…
● Moët & Chandon will takeover Norey’s in Newport Friday night for a special Champaign event. Come and try out a variety drinks from the official Champaign of the Volvo Ocean Race Newport while enjoying some of the specialty dishes made to go along with drinks. 4pm to close. 156 Broadway, Newport. More Info…
● After a long week, enjoy some laughs, as acclaimed comedian Mike Bonner leads what is sure to be a hilarious stand-up set at Comedy Connection. Bonner, who has appeared in series led by Jamie Foxx and Russell Simmons, bases many of his bits on his family life with his wife and three children. 8pm. $15. 39 Warren Ave, East Providence. More Info…
Saturday
● Enjoy some bowling, while saving rhinos at the same time. The Roger Williams Zoo is hosting its 3rd annual Bowling For Rhinos to raise funds for rhino and habitat conservation efforts to help save the five species of rhinoceros left in the world. 7-10pm. 1450 Elmwood Avenue, Providence. More Info…
● Which Elvis tribute artist is closest to the King? Come watch several performers at St. Ann Arts and Cultural Center sing their favorite Elvis tunes as they compete for prizes and, more importantly, bragging rights. Don’t worry; there will be food too. 6pm. $30. 84 Cumberland St. Woonsocket. More info…
● Thayer Street is going to hopping for the 1st Annual Neighbor Day Block Party. Enjoy free live music from Public Alley, Forest Fires and more, in addition to great food, brews and the Providence Rock and Roll Yard Sale. 12-6pm, free. Thayer Street, Providence. More info…
● West Side vendors White Buffalo, Mint, Joyride Traders, Artefacts Collection and I Want A Pony team up for the grand opening of Share Space. Join them for an open air market, meet the vendors and scope out some unique and vintage finds. 10am-3pm, free. 140 Broadway, Providence. More info…
● Up Country is doing some serious spring-cleaning, which is great news both for your dog and your wallet. Sales on dog accessories will reach up to 75 percent off and 10 percent of profits will be donated to RISPCA. 8am-4pm. 76 Boyd Avenue, East Providence. More info…
● James Michael will show off his ground-shaking baritone voice at EPOCH Assisted Living’s open house. Michael will sing classics sure to get the crowd excited, while emulating idols Howard Keel, John Raitt and Robert Goulet. 2pm. Free. 1 Butler Ave, Providence. More info…
Sunday
● Enjoy what should be a beautiful spring day at Lippitt Memorial Park while helping others in need. Join the Rhode Island Walk to Cure Arthritis, the Arthritis Foundation’s signature event, to raise funds to prevent, control and cure the nation’s leading cause of disability. 9am. 1015 Hope St., Providence. More info…
● Join the Providence Singers for its 2015 fundraiser event “Cocktails and Cabaret” at The Met. Proceeds will go to supporting choral education. Enjoy food, drink and the choral group while helping a worthy cause. 8pm. $50. 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket. More Info…
●This Sunday will be Roger Williams Zoo’s final Science Sunday of the spring. Spend a day at the zoo, while conducting different experiments with your personal science kit. 1:30-3pm. $5 plus admission. 1000 Elmwood St., Providence. More info…
● Celebrate the beginning of spring by joining the Norman Bird Sanctuary for its 33rd annual Birds and Breakfast. Start with breakfast before heading out on bird walks, listening to Pitcher’s Garage Band, or participating in some of the nature activities for children. Breakfast seatings are at 8am, 9am and 10am. 8am. $30 for adults, $10 for children. 583 Third Beach Road. More Info…
● Don Draper and the hard drinking, existentially tormented staff at Sterling Cooper & Partners will snub out their last Lucky Strike. Party with Suite Tart and Providence Pin-Up at the appropriately retro-themed Lang's Bowlarama with a screening of the final episode. We'll miss Roger and Joan the most, Harry not so much. 8pm. 225 Niantic Ave, Cranston. More info...
All Weekend
● It’s not too late to celebrate American Craft Beer Week at Norey’s in Newport. If you cannot make it to Friday’s Moët & Chandon, don’t worry, because the celebrations will continue through Sunday. Make sure to sample some of the unique taps before they are gone. 156 Broadway, Newport. More Info…
● This weekend is your last chance to experience the festivities surrounding the Volvo Ocean Race, the world’s premier sailing race. Spend the day in Newport and check out these elite boats, as these world-class sailors prepare to travel across the Atlantic Ocean to Lisbon, Portugal. 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. More Info…
● Come see Alice in Wonderland performed in a way you have never seen before. Nathan Bishop Middle School students, in partnership with the Providence After School Alliance and the Brown University/Trinity Repertory Consortium, will perform Alice: A New Musical three times this weekend. 7pm Friday/Saturday, 2pm Sunday. 101 Sessions St., Providence. More info…
● The British are coming again! The Nathanael Greene Homestead is hosting a Revolutionary War Reenactment. Relive history as Colonial and French troops battle those dastardly Red Coats for freedom. Saturday 10am-Sunday 4pm, $6 adults, $4 kids and seniors. 50 Taft Street, Coventry. More info…
● This weekend, New England Cannabis Conventions will visit Providence. Check out a series of panels containing experts, businesses, patients, and others over the two-day event to hear their views on the practical uses of the rapidly growing medical marijuana industry. 1-6pm Saturday, 12-4pm Sunday. $25 single-day pass, $40 two-day pass. 1 Sabin St., Providence. More info…
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