Good morning, Providence.

Barrington (coastal town of 17,126 residents along Narragansett Bay) ranked as RI's best place to live on Niche’s 2026 Best Places to Live list and earned a No. 1,147 national ranking.

The documentary 'Age of Audio' that explores podcasting trends and features local Radiotopia director Audrey Mardavich along with Ira Glass and Marc Maron premiered Thursday, April 23 at AS220's black box theater in Providence, where director Shaun Michael Colón hosted a live Q&A & a panel discussion on independent podcasting.

The Brown Ever True initiative is collecting art that shows the community healing after Dec.

13, with submissions being shared on Instagram and set for archiving by the Brown Library (a focus on preserving community strength through creativity).

TF Green airport will add direct, year-round flights to Cabo Verde in May, offering a Monday afternoon arrival with an immediate return flight + considering a second weekly service later in 2026 to connect family and culture.

Four Brown University faculty members (Michael Littman, Saul Olyan, Leela Prasad and Joseph Silverman) were elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences among over 250 new members; their induction is scheduled in Cambridge, Massachusetts in October.

Brown celebrated its 258th Commencement on College Hill as graduate speakers Kenia Collins and Melanie Ortiz Alvarez de la Campa addressed peers with messages on resilience and reimagination.

Collins recounted her journey in healthcare leadership while Ortiz highlighted her research in science communication.

R.I. sealed a $9.8m deal with Family Service for an Exeter girls treatment center that will have 16 beds and offer trauma-informed residential care.

Construction is set to finish this spring and the center will open in the fall—staff recruitment has already begun.

Track 15 welcomes spring with outdoor dining and festive activities downtown, including the 152nd Kentucky Derby celebration on Saturday, May 2 at 3 PM featuring a Finishing Touches Bar and rose wall for photos, with Woodford Reserve sponsoring Mint Juleps.

In April, the venue added Tina’s Table for accessible seating.

Rhode Island single-family home sales slowed in March as rising interest rates and global tensions kept buyers on the sidelines, with the median price hitting $514,250.

Condo and multi-family sales also dropped, though multi-family listings increased and the median price reached a record $637,500 (per the Realtors).

Max Correiro hit a grand slam in extra innings to give East Providence a 10–6 win over Lincoln on Thursday, Apr.

23 at Chet Nichols Field. Kyle Desrosiers closed the game on the mound as the Townies improved to an 8-1 record.

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.

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.

Relax with RICBA

4-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Celebrate children's literature and enjoy reading sessions on cozy bean bags.

Stars On Ice

7-10 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate America's skating superstars with thrilling performances ahead of Olympic glory.

Local Music Show Featuring The Felt Time and The Blue Chairs

7 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $13.60 — Stop in for another fantastic local show with a vibrant lineup.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Stadium Theatre — Tickets $29-$41 — Experience the vibrant tale of Joseph and his dreamcoat through a delightful musical journey.

Timelines / Hyber / Return Address / Sporting / Bicycle Inn

5-9 p.m. — Alchemy — $15 — Enjoy a lively evening with local acts at this all-ages music showcase.

Rhode Island Tacos & Tequila Festival

11 AM - 3 PM — Medici Lounge — Ticket prices range from $25 to $100 — Indulge in unlimited tacos and Tequila Don Nacho tastings while enjoying local vendors and music.

Madeline Goldstein Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $17 — Enjoy an exciting show featuring the talented Madeline Goldstein.

Tequila Don Nacho Cinco De Mayo Celebration

5:30-8 p.m. — Trinity Brewhouse — Free admission — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with complimentary bites, tasting, and festive vibes.