Good Day
Providence
Friday, February 7th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Middleton, a GIS expert, revitalizes Pawtucket's Map Center with a unique approach, emphasizing maps as storytelling tools that evoke emotion and history, after relocating from California to take over the business. The Boston Globe
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The play 'Someone Will Remember Us' at Trinity Rep uses real-life interviews to portray the experiences of Iraq War veterans and displaced Iraqi civilians, aiming to foster empathy and a deeper understanding among audiences. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island advocates and officials express strong support for a bill aimed at expediting the opening of emergency shelters to address homelessness and potential deaths from exposure. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Immigration policies during the Trump administration have led undocumented families in New England, particularly in areas with large Latin American populations, to avoid public spaces like schools and hospitals due to fear of arrest and deportation. The Boston Globe
- ➤ The Providence City Council is set to vote on appointing five members to the school board, endorse a bill for emergency shelters, and discuss making Juneteenth an official municipal holiday. ABC 6
- ➤ The Rhode Island Senate Finance Committee is set to discuss adding a new tax on cigarettes, among other budget adjustments, in their upcoming meeting. ABC 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Providence Friars' Jabri Abdur-Rahim will miss the 2024-25 season due to a torn meniscus, adding to the team's injury challenges. The Providence Journal
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Classic Ruins and Friends Live Show
Local bands The Cadavers, Classic Ruins, and The Bickersins will perform at Alchemy for an early evening concert in Providence.
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Free Xtreme Hip Hop Step Aerobics Class for All Ages
This free fitness class invites participants of all ages to enjoy an energetic Xtreme Hip Hop Step Aerobics session at Roger Williams Park Gateway Center.
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Life Of Pi - A Theatrical Experience
Inspired by the bestselling novel, Life Of Pi tells the epic story of a boy's survival at sea with a Bengal tiger, brought to life through stunning visuals and puppetry.
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Wee-One Wednesdays at Roger Williams Park Botanical Center
A weekly program for preschoolers aged 2-4 at the Botanical Center, featuring nature-themed activities, crafts, and exploration of gardens and greenhouses.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Amongst Flickering Lights
Experience a mesmerizing performance of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and other classical pieces by the Listeso String Quartet, set in the enchanting ambiance of candlelight at the Bishop McVinney Auditorium.
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Brown Bears vs. Pennsylvania Quakers Men's Basketball
The Brown University Bears men's basketball team will compete against the Pennsylvania Quakers at the Paul Bailey Pizzitola Memorial Sports Center in Providence, RI.
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Life of Pi at Providence Performing Arts Center
Experience the theatrical adaptation of 'Life of Pi' at the Providence Performing Arts Center.
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Great Backyard Bird Count at Roger Williams Park Zoo
The Great Backyard Bird Count at Roger Williams Park Zoo features free birdwatching tours and activities for visitors inside the Big Backyard building.
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High-Intensity Zumba Class with Kiki
Participate in a high-intensity Zumba class led by Kiki every Tuesday evening at The Gateway Center.
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Wee-One Wednesdays at Roger Williams Park Botanical Center
This event offers an hour of nature-themed activities, crafts, and exploration for preschoolers aged 2-4 at the Botanical Center.
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