Good Day
Providence
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Michelin’s inspectors are now scouting New England restaurants as local chefs from Oberlin in Providence and Cafe Nuovo hope the guide expansion will bring well-deserved attention to the region—details about the full 2025 selection will be revealed later this year. The Boston Globe
- ➤ Tony Estrella directs a streamlined production of Hamlet at Gamm Theatre in Warwick that uses a minimalist stage design with wooden platforms and intense spotlighting—highlighting fast-paced performances. The play runs through April 27 with tickets costing $65-$75 and fees. The Boston Globe
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Warwick School Committee Chairman Shaun Galligan warned that delays in forming the budget commission may stop schools from paying teachers, fixing buildings, and buying basic supplies such as books and toilet paper. Mayor Frank Picozzi said the finance director will approve spending until the new commission is set up (nominations will be before City Council on April 21) to keep schools running normally. The Boston Globe
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Anchor Medical will close its Warwick office on April 30 and its Providence and Lincoln offices on June 30, leaving 25,000 patients scrambling for new primary care doctors. The company said it could not replace retiring physicians because rising costs and low reimbursement rates have long strained Rhode Island’s healthcare system—issues experts say need urgent long-term solutions. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island FC announced that its new soccer-specific stadium in Pawtucket is now named Centreville Bank Stadium under a long-term naming rights deal with Centreville Bank—this agreement marks a major step in the club's growth. The team will open the venue with a match against San Antonio FC on May 3 at 4 p.m. ABC 6
- ➤ The Red Sox opened the season with a rough road start but swept the Cardinals at home—honoring their 50th anniversary team and paying tribute to former pitcher Luis Tiant. Bryant hired Jamion Christian as its new men's basketball coach and Providence College lost top player Bryce Hopkins to a transfer as the portal stayed open until April 22. The Providence Journal
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Annual Rhode Island Home Show
Various times — Rhode Island Convention Center — Admission fee varies — Explore Southern New England's largest home improvement showcase featuring gardens, energy solutions, and brewing innovations.
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Foolproof Friday Songwriter Series with J. Michael Graham
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Foolproof Brewing Company — Check for any applicable fees — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring J. Michael Graham and special guest performances.
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Flycatcher Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $18 adv. / $22 dos — Experience live music from Flycatcher, Slow Joy, and Timelines in a vibrant venue.
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Violin River: Grateful Dead Tribute
1-4 p.m. — Alchemy — Free entry — Celebrate the music of The Grateful Dead and raise the good vibes with the Tribe.
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Create Your City
4-5 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Smith Hill Library — Free entry — Youth engage in city planning activities including public art and designing their ideal living space.
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Open Studio Makerspace Session
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Mount Pleasant Library — RSVP required — Explore creativity with independent projects using various makerspace equipment.
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Meet the Artists: Community Arts Spring Exhibition
6-7:30 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Mount Pleasant Library — Free entry — Engage in conversation with local artists showcasing spring exhibition artworks.
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ProvSlam Grand Slam Finals
7-10 p.m. — AS220's Empire Street Complex — $5-10 suggested donation — Witness the best poets compete for a spot on the 2025 Providence Poetry Slam Team.
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Get The Led Out Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Historic Park Theatre and Event Center — Prices from $39 to $69 — Experience Led Zeppelin's legacy live with the tribute band Get The Led Out, delivering an unforgettable performance.
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Bill Callahan Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the poetic sounds of Bill Callahan in an intimate setting.
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