Good Day
Providence
Monday, April 21st, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Impact Center Providence is preparing to purchase 184 Broad St. next month — the church began using the space after a January fire damaged its Elmwood Avenue building and will continue hosting worship and youth services nearby. 10 WJAR
- ➤ United Way of Rhode Island and The Providence Journal will host panel discussions on challenges and opportunities facing the nonprofit sector. The event will take place on April 23 (2 to 3:30 p.m.) at Cranston’s William Hall Library (registration is required). The Providence Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman in her 30s was robbed leaving Marcelino’s in the Omni Hotel on Saturday, April 20th as police recovered her purse and phone near Eddy Street—investigators then arrested a suspect seen committing another crime. Go Local Prov
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charles Looff made Rhode Island famous for his work on the 1895 Crescent Park carousel in Riverside. His masterpiece still runs today—showcasing his artistic talent—and remains a key example of the state’s carousel legacy. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Friars men's basketball team added two forwards—Keeyan Itejere and Alex Crawford—from the transfer portal as guard Jabri Abdur-Rahim entered the portal for a medical hardship waiver. The women's team saw Hawa Komara and Anaelle Dutat join the portal and more transfers will be finalized by Tuesday. The Providence Journal
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Earth Day Clean-Up at Roger Williams Park
1-3 p.m. — Roger Williams Park — Free entry — Help 'Spruce Up' the park and enjoy a community-focused Earth Day event.
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Dry Eyes Concert with Charlie & Kjeti
7-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $11.33 — Stop in and catch some awesome music from Dry Eyes and friends.
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The Tempest
7:30-10 p.m. — Trinity Repertory Company — Check for ticket prices — A bilingual adaptation of Shakespeare’s tale of magic and betrayal that creatively mixes English and Spanish.
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Blippi: Join the Band Tour
6-7:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience a musical adventure with Blippi and friends as they explore the fun of music for the whole family.
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Mary-Elaine Jenkins Concert
4-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Check event page for ticket cost — Enjoy a night of soulful tunes from talented singer-songwriter Mary-Elaine Jenkins.
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MARCA MP Concert
8 PM — The Strand Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of MARCA MP in the heart of Providence.
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Tapestry Weaving Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Mount Pleasant Library — Materials provided — Explore the art of weaving with no prior experience needed.
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Zumba with Kiki
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Roger Williams Park Gateway Center — Registration required — Get your groove on with a high-intensity Zumba class led by Kiki.
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Family Paint Night at McGuire Elementary School
6:00-7:30 p.m. — McGuire Elementary School — $22 per painter — Paint a classic 'Sea Turtles' masterpiece with your child while enjoying a fun-filled family night.
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Art and Relaxation for Teens
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free snacks and supplies — Unwind and create in a cozy afterschool space just for teens.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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