Good Day
Providence
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two Navy veterans founded Havoc, a Rhode Island-based company that makes autonomous vessels, in early 2024. The startup now employs about 130 people and plans to build thousands of vessels for defense, port security, and environmental monitoring in the next two years (leveraging local talent and testing waters). The Boston Globe
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DePaul Blue Demons vs. Providence College Friars Women's Basketball
7-9 p.m. — Peterson Recreation Center — Tickets available — Catch the heated rivalry as the Blue Demons take on the Friars in women's basketball.
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Sam Morril Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Comedy Connection — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with New York City's stand-up comedian Sam Morril.
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Belleville Senators vs Providence Bruins
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Check out the streaming options to catch the game live or on replay.
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RI VegFest
12-5 p.m. — WaterFire Arts Center — Early entry tickets available — Explore Rhode Island's first fully vegan festival featuring 85+ vendors and a welcoming atmosphere for all.
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Black Violin Full Circle Tour
7-10 p.m. — Uptown Theater — Cost not specified — Experience a unique blend of classical music and hip-hop with Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin.
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Gavin Adcock Concert
6-10 p.m. — Moonshine Alley — Limited menu available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Gavin Adcock and special guest Jay Rabbitt.
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Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons
2:30-9:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience a magical concert journey through the seasons of Stardew Valley with a live orchestra.
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Music and More! Toddler Activity Group
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Engage in music, dance, and crafts with toddlers and caregivers in a fun-filled session.
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Zachary Ross Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Zachary Ross and similar artists.
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Concert featuring 92 Winona and Driftwood Soldier
8-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of melodic tunes with Driftwood Soldier and other talented acts.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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