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Providence
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Providence officials will unveil major upgrades to India Point Park on Monday, May 12, featuring new seating, lighting, landscaping, and an expanded playground. The $2.2 million project is funded by the Capital Improvement Plan, ARPA, and Parks Funds to boost park access and resilience. 10 WJAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brown University sophomore Alex Shieh released a commercial three days ago before his disciplinary hearing scheduled for Wednesday morning — he sent a mass 'DOGE Style' email to staff to protest charges of trademark and IT policy violations — and he said his move was meant to show he was being treated unfairly, while university officials said the review is only about detecting improper use of nonpublic data. 10 WJAR
- ➤ The Providence Public School District celebrated a beam raising ceremony for its new Frank D. Spaziano Middle School held Monday morning at Spaziano Elementary School—city officials including Mayor Brett Smiley, Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and Superintendent Javier Montañez attended. This event follows the December 2024 groundbreaking and is part of a $1 billion plan to provide modern buildings for all students by 2030. ABC 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A court order centered on the lot at 128 Wayland Ave has set a new rule that will affect developers in Providence—buildings taller than four stories will face restrictions. The Providence Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jiarui Nie, a postdoctoral researcher at the National Institutes of Health who led the study at Brown University, is testing gold nanoparticles injected into the eye to restore vision in mice & offer a less invasive alternative to surgery. The team is now optimizing the method and planning further tests before considering human trials. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Pawtucket, Centreville Bank Stadium switched its field layout from soccer to rugby—24 hours after a soccer match. The stadium hosted its first rugby game on May 4 with the Boston Banshees and Denver Onyx taking part. The Providence Journal
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Brit Floyd Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Auditorium (The VETS) — Ticket prices vary — Experience an extraordinary tribute to Pink Floyd's 'Wish You Were Here' at this spectacular show.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Bishop McVinney Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience a magical live tribute to the music of Queen in a stunning candlelit setting.
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Shen Yun Performing Arts - Providence
1:30-3 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the magical beauty of ancient Chinese culture through stunning dance and music.
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Food House Concert in Providence
7:00-11:55 PM — Fete Music Hall — ADV $20 • DOS $25 18+ — Experience vibrant performances from Food House and Folie in a lively atmosphere.
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Lake Street Dive Concert
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Starting at $70 — Experience a high-energy night filled with outstanding tunes from Lake Street Dive.
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Zumba with Kiki
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Roger Williams Park Gateway Center — Registration required — Get moving with Kiki in a high-intensity Zumba class set in a beautiful park environment.
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Chair Yoga Classes
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Mount Pleasant Library — Registration required — Enjoy the benefits of yoga with supportive chair postures and a certified instructor.
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Youth Makerspace Exploration
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Explore innovative makerspace technology like sewing machines and 3D printers in a creative environment.
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Espresso Martini Painting Night
7-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — RSVP required — Enjoy a creative night with a complimentary drink and craft your own masterpiece.
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Writing on Westminster
2-4 p.m. — Symposium Books — Free entry — Enjoy an outdoor write-in with fellow creatives at a local bookstore with coffee and pastries on offer.
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