Good Day
Providence
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Providence Culinary Collective will launch March 26-29 at multiple venues in Providence, building on last year's sold-out festival with new chefs and varied culinary experiences (including global flavor tastings, museum tours, and cooking classes). Go Local Prov
- ➤ On Sunday, Mar. 15, Flickers Rhode Island International Film Festival recognized Oscar nominees with local ties as the Oscars concluded, spotlighting films that brought our talent to a global stage. 10 WJAR
- ➤ Ahead of St. Patrick's Day, Patrick's Pub in Providence hosted a traditional Irish music session (where local musicians played Irish tunes) that offered a festive preview of the upcoming holiday. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florence Kerins Murray, Rhode Island’s first female judge, advanced equal rights with her work in the Senate and later as Superior and Supreme Court judge. She authored hundreds of decisions and led the creation of a separate Family Court — a legacy honored in Newport. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Barrington defeated Central for the boys basketball state championship on March 15 at URI's Ryan Center (the Eagles secured their first state title opportunity). The Providence Journal
- ➤ On Saturday, Mar. 14, eighth seeded Merrimack upset Providence 3 to 2 in overtime at Schneider Arena + the Friars missed key scorer Logan Sawyer. They now await the NCAA Selection Show scheduled for March 22. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The Barrington Eagles won their first girls basketball state championship yesterday after rallying from a double-digit deficit to outlast Westerly 65-62 at the Ryan Center in South Kingstown with key three-point shots from Ella Martin and Keira Martin. The Providence Journal
- ➤ URI women's basketball was chosen as a No. 11 seed on March 15 and will face No. 6 Alabama in Louisville on Saturday, March 21 in a key March Madness matchup. The Providence Journal
- ➤ After winning semifinal games on Sunday (Hendricken beat Pilgrim 4-2 and La Salle won 1-0 over Moses Brown), local boys hockey teams will face off in the RIIL 2026 State Championship title match on Wednesday, March 18 at AMP (downtown). The Providence Journal
- ➤ On Sunday at the Ryan Center, the West Warwick Wizards clinched the co-ed state and overall championship at the RIIL Competition Cheer State Championships with a 92.5 score—marking their fifth straight title. The Providence Journal
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The Winter's Tale
7:30 p.m. — Trinity Repertory Company — From $156 — Experience a captivating performance of Shakespeare's classic tale of redemption and love.
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Homework Help
3-8 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Smith Hill Library — No appointment needed — Get assistance with math and literacy skills for all ages and levels.
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Free Tax Preparation Help
5-6:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free service — Get assistance with your taxes from the VITA Program at the local library.
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Haus of Codec Friday Night Market
5-9 p.m. — Farm Fresh Rhode Island — Free entry — Explore local vendors and enjoy an evening of community market fun.
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The 3rd Annual GFree Fest
12-5 p.m. — The WaterFire Arts Center — General Admission: $10 — Enjoy a packed weekend of gluten-free food, drinks, and festivities in Providence.
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Pure Dance Performance
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Woodman Family Community & Performance Center — Tickets required — Experience the power, precision, and poetry of Pure Dance featuring works like George Balanchine's Allegro Brillante.
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Musical Mondays with Teacher T
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Rochambeau Library — Free entry — Enjoy morning music with guitar, singing, and dancing in the children's library.
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Technology Time at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Offering free tech help in Spanish and English to empower the local Hispanic community.
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Jamie McLean Band Live
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $22.66 — Experience an energetic blend of New Orleans soul and Delta blues with the Jamie McLean Band.
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John Mulaney: Mister Whatever
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Emmy Award-winning comedian John Mulaney in an engaging stand-up show.
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You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.
~ James Clear
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