Good Day
Providence
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents spotted mysterious polaroid-like pictures on utility poles and in Brown University's halls that show faces scratched out (many believe they reflect our city's art vibe). Former artist Robin Goldberg said they have been appearing for months, but the artist remains unknown. 10 WJAR
- ➤ Pottery@Brown is a student-run club offering free studio sessions and workshops for Brown and RISD students. It started in Fall 2022 and now has over 1,850 sign-ups, funded by the Brown Arts Institute + Undergraduate Finance Board to provide a quiet creative outlet on campus. Brown University
- ➤ Burbage Theatre Co. in Pawtucket is hosting the Rhode Island premiere of Lynn Nottage's play Clyde's until April 12 + the production, directed by Jeff Church, follows former inmates working at a sandwich shop as they rebuild their lives. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Providence is replacing trash and recycling cans for 62,000 households with new 95-gallon carts starting this week and scheduled to finish by June. The $7.4 million project uses grant funds and low-interest financing to improve recycling rates and reduce contamination costs. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Neighbors in Cranston experienced flooded basements after Monday's rain as water seeped in from a sinkhole on Thunder Trail that was not properly fixed; Cranston officials said the Department of Public Works is investigating the repair work that began on Tuesday, March 10. 10 WJAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island health officials issued a public alert after 55 suspected, non-fatal overdoses were recorded statewide from March 10 to March 16 (above the average of 41). They urge residents to avoid using drugs alone and to keep naloxone nearby to help reverse potential overdoses. Rhode Island PBS
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A historic Colonial Revival home in the Freeman Plat Historic District sold today for $3.095 million on the East Side, +built in 1923 and renovated to high standards+ setting a 2026 sales record that reflects strong local demand. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kevin McNamara previewed the NCAA Tournament with men's games starting today and the URI women's team dancing for the first time in 30 years as they face Alabama on Saturday; he noted that new spending rules may reshape local team play (with possible first-round upsets). The Boston Globe
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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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ServSafe® Alcohol Certification Class
6-8 p.m. — Woonsocket Elks Lodge #850 — Free entry — Enhance your bartending skills with a certified alcohol training class open to all professionals.
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