Good Day
Providence
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket will host the two-day Island Rhodes Music Festival for reggae music in August (featuring Slightly Stoopid and Rebelution and other acts) as the venue expands its live entertainment lineup. The Boston Globe
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brown University is planning a new building on Brook Street to unify its growing economics department currently spread across five buildings (the process will include architect selection by summer and construction set to begin in 2027). Brown University
- ➤ Brown University professors Ieva Jusionyte (international security and anthropology) and Matthew Kraft (education and economics) were awarded Guggenheim fellowships on Tuesday, April 14. Jusionyte will fund research for her next book on extraditions while Kraft will study ways to improve K-12 teaching careers among nearly 5,000 applicants. Brown University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents can help local hummingbirds after a ruby-throated bird was spotted in Exeter on April 14. Charles Clarkson of Audubon Avian Research recommends mixing one part sugar to four parts water and cleaning feeders weekly + placing them in open areas to ensure safe feeding. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Providence basketball player Jamier Jones announced on Tuesday his commitment to join the University of Missouri, connecting him with former coach Kim English. He averaged 11.9 points and 4.5 rebounds last season — a solid performance that set the stage for his next chapter. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Local high school sports saw many close contests Wednesday, including a 6-5 win for Ponaganset girls lacrosse with a late goal at the Bend Street Complex and several dramatic wins in baseball and tennis statewide. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Rogers dominated Tiverton in a baseball game on Wednesday, April 15 — the team showcased a strong offense on a road trip for a 19-8 win. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Rhode Island FC lost to New England Revolution 3-1 on penalties in a US Open Cup match in Pawtucket on Tuesday, Apr. 14, after extra time ended 1-1; JJ Williams scored the stoppage-time equalizer that spurred extra effort (attendance 6,073). The Providence Journal
- ➤ Providence Journal announced its 2026 All-State Girls Swim Team, highlighting top high school performers from North Kingstown, Barrington, and East Providence at the RIIL Championships. Selections honor standout athletes in individual and relay events. The Providence Journal
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Stavros Halkias Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious evening with one of comedy's rising stars.
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Club 9Ball Performance
9 PM – 1 AM — The Parlour Providence — $13.60 — Experience an awesome local show with live music featuring Club 9-Ball.
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An Evening with Alton Brown
7-10 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticketed — Enjoy a unique blend of humor, science, and food with Alton Brown's engaging performance.
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Relax with RICBA
4-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Discover exciting children's literature and help choose your favorites in the Rhode Island Children's Book Awards.
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Project Chick Presentation
1-2 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Engage in a hands-on presentation about Dominique chickens and eggs led by a Casey Farm educator.
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Appliqué Leaves Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Explore the Woonasquatucket Watershed while creating appliqué leaves for a community quilt.
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NENE LA AMENAZZY Live Concert
9:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Serie 92 RI — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of NENE LA AMENAZZY in a vibrant Providence setting.
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PanCAN PurpleStride Rhode Island 2026
9 AM — Temple To Music — Free entry — A family-friendly walk to support pancreatic cancer research and honor survivors and loved ones.
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Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Uptown Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary hits of Queen with an authentic tribute performance.
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Relax with RICBA
4-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Celebrate children's literature and enjoy reading sessions on cozy bean bags.
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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