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Friday, March 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.

CRIME NEWS

  • Police in Cranston are asking the public for help finding Linda Delomba, a 44-year-old nonverbal woman with autism who was last seen near North Clarendon Street on March 19 at 3 p.m.—she was wearing blue jeans, a black sweater and carrying a tan purse.  The Boston Globe

SPORTS NEWS

  • Providence is readying for March Madness at Amica Mutual Pavilion—Bryce Hopkins of Providence College and Justyn Fernandez are reported to enter the transfer portal on Monday while teams practice ahead of Thursday’s games. Local authorities warn that downtown road closures and limited parking will affect travel as fans gather in the area.  ABC 6
  • Rick Pitino, who led the Friars to the Final Four in 1987, returned to Providence for the NCAA tournament and saw his St.-John's team play Omaha at 9:45 p.m. on Thursday; if they win, they will face Arkansas downtown on Saturday.  The Providence Journal
  • Providence hosted eight teams in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament at Amica Mutual Pavilion—coaches Rick Pitino, John Calipari, and Bill Self led matchups that tested bracket predictions, including a contest between Purdue and High Point at 12:40 p.m. and Kansas against Arkansas at 7:10 p.m.—both carried on networks like TruTV and CBS.  The Boston Globe

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Enchanted Flight Art Session

    Participate in an in-studio painting session where you will create a colorful hummingbird masterpiece while enjoying a complimentary beverage.

    Sat, 3/22/25

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  • GFree Fest: A Gluten Free Food Festival

    GFree Fest is an annual festival in Providence dedicated to gluten-free products and restaurants, offering attendees a day of tasting and shopping.

    Sun, 3/23/25

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  • Zumba Fitness with Kiki

    6:30-7:30 p.m. | Roger Williams Park Gateway Center | Registration required | Get moving with a high-intensity Zumba class led by Kiki in a lively setting.

    Tue, 3/25/25

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  • Wee Wednesdays at Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

    Weekly program for preschoolers aged 2-4 featuring nature-themed activities, crafts, and exploration at the Botanical Center.

    Wed, 3/26/25

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  • JLC Live: New England Residential Construction Trade Event

    JLC Live is a premier trade event for residential construction in New England, featuring hands-on clinics, product demonstrations, and networking opportunities for industry professionals.

    Thu, 3/27/25

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  • The Wizard of Oz - Musical

    7:30-9 p.m. — Stadium Theatre — Tickets from $29 — Experience the beloved classic with enchanting songs and unforgettable characters along the Yellow Brick Road.

    Fri, 3/28/25

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  • Aziz Ansari Live Comedy Show

    Award-winning comedian Aziz Ansari will perform live at the Providence Performing Arts Center, showcasing his acclaimed comedic talent and recent works.

    Sat, 3/29/25

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  • Live Music Event Featuring Voices In Vain, Cooked, Edict, and Wichita Pete

    The Hammer Collective presents a matinee live music event featuring local bands Voices In Vain, Cooked, Edict, and Wichita Pete & the Washboards at Alchemy in Providence, Rhode Island.

    Sun, 3/30/25

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  • Date Night - Tuscany

    6:00 – 8:30 PM — Chef Walters Cooking School — $ — Experience the flavors of Tuscany in a beautifully themed culinary evening.

    Mon, 3/31/25

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  • The Tempest

    7:30-11:30 p.m. | Trinity Repertory Company | Ticket prices vary | Experience a captivating performance of La Tempestad live from the iconic Trinity Repertory Company.

    Tue, 4/1/25

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