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Providence
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amenity Aid, Rhode Island's only hygiene bank, supports nearly 187,000 people each year by providing essential hygiene items from its 6,000 sqft Warwick facility & founder Liz Duggan explained that steady monthly donations are needed to sustain operations amid rising costs. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Operation No One Dies collects tents, sleeping bags and essential supplies at the Community Church of Providence today to help homeless individuals stay warm as cold weather sets in. The Providence Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chef-owned Phed Phed, a new Thai and Japanese restaurant that replaces Kin Southern Kitchen, is now open at 71 Washington St in the Providence Biltmore Garage and shares a passage with Tori Tomo. The restaurant offers a new menu with cocktails designed by Libby Slader. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Track 15 Food Hall celebrated its first anniversary on Wednesday at the former Union Train Station site by offering free cupcakes (while supplies lasted) and hosting a Station Tastings event at 5:30 p.m. 10 WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saudi Arabia's trained moon spotters confirmed Eid al-Fitr is set for Friday, March 20, marking the end of Ramadan. Local Muslim communities in Providence are preparing for prayers, family meals, and communal celebrations. The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Providence College will hold its 108th commencement for undergraduates on May 17 at Amica Mutual Pavilion, where former Patriots special teams star Matthew Slater (a three-time Super Bowl champion) will speak. His longstanding community ties include meeting his wife locally. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Croft School is facing $13M in debt after board members suspended founder Scott Given on March 7 for alleged financial misreporting. School leaders are working with financing sources to secure about $5M for payroll and have named interim heads to ensure classes continue (at its Providence campus and Boston location). 10 WJAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Smiley has introduced a housing stabilization package & a new RENT Fund that will offer up to $3,000 in emergency assistance for renters facing financial hardship as rent prices continue to rise; City Council will introduce the program today to support immediate housing needs. Go Local Prov
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brown University researchers discovered a pair of neurons that integrate sweet and bitter signals in fruit flies on March 16, a finding that may guide future dementia treatments & improve our understanding of human decision-making. Brown University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today at 4:00 a.m., the Blackstone Valley co-op team takes on Lincoln for the Division 2 title at the AMP in Providence. Colin Dorgan (fresh off last week’s double overtime win) leads his team into the championship match. 10 WJAR
- ➤ The No. 11 seeded Rhode Island Rams will play their first NCAA Tournament game since 1996 as they face No. 6 Alabama on March 21 in Louisville + the team hopes to secure an early win. The Providence Journal
- ➤ La Salle beat Hendricken (4-1) in the D-I Boys Hockey championship on Mar. 18 at the Amica Mutual Pavilion. The victory highlights a strong performance in local high school sports. The Providence Journal
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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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Kids That Fly - Spring Tour 2026
5-8 p.m. — Alchemy — $23.08 — Experience a lively performance by Kids That Fly with special guest SUM SUN and local support from IMMUTER.
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Jay Pharoah Stand-Up Comedy
7:00 PM – 12:30 AM — Comedy Connection — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter as Jay Pharoah brings his comedic talents to the stage.
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Carter Anderson Live Comedy
7-11 p.m. — Alchemy — $28.84 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Texas comedian Carter Anderson, known for his engaging style and viral videos.
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