Good morning, Providence.

Breaking Bread, started last year by Akanksha Aga, offers six-week leadership mentorship sessions mainly online for local professionals; occasional in-person events at venues like Track 15 help participants build skills in an affordable, pay-what-you-can format.

Foster Parrots Ltd. has opened its new and larger New England Exotic Wildlife Sanctuary in Hopkinton to house 400 birds and other animals, after a devastating 2021 fire reduced their space — the new 28,000 sqft facility cost $9 million and offers twice the room for birds with medical needs.

The Diocese of Providence announced parish changes.

In Warren, Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish will join Saint Mary of the Bay Parish, in East Providence Saints Brendan and Martha Parishes will merge, and in Foster the Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Community will dissolve with records at Saint Bernard Parish.

Disney's The Lion King will run at Providence Performing Arts Center from May 20 through June 7, starring lead actor Gilbert Domally as Simba after two years as an understudy; the 2.5-hour production promises memorable songs and engaging stagecraft.

Brown University researchers found that Medicaid expansion reduced one-year death rates among young adults with kidney failure by 1.8 percentage points (improving pre-dialysis care and longer dialysis sessions) from 2010 to 2019.

Three top Rhode Island healthcare leaders warned that without quick action from state lawmakers, hospitals risk steep cuts in services and jobs.

They said an infusion of $200 million is needed to stabilize the system + keep patient care on track.

Olivia Culpo, a former Miss Universe and local native, announced she and Christian McCaffrey are expecting their second child soon.

They welcomed their first daughter last year after marrying in Westerly two summers ago.

Providence baseball fans can now vote online through Friday for the Week 6 Longplex Athlete of the Week as five nominees from local teams—including West Warwick, Barrington, Narragansett, Woonsocket and East Providence—compete after last week’s winner, Anthony DeLuca, earned 51% of over 6,400 votes.

Statewide high school softball rankings show Chariho topping Division I and Lincoln leading Division II as teams gear up with upcoming matches this week.

Fans will watch La Salle+St. Raphael, Tiverton, and others compete in key games as the season nears its close.

Local fans can vote for the Week 6 Longplex Athlete of the Week as five nominees compete, including Frankie Arnold (Westerly), Maya Etheridge (Barrington), Adriana Jeannenot (Chariho), Ella McKenney (Ponaganset), and Izzy Sousa (St. Raphael); votes may be cast multiple times until the poll closes Friday.

URI women's coach Colleen Mullen announced Mia Fiore’s return from Merrimack and welcomed new assistant coaches while Peteris Pinnis departs for Oregon State and Bryant players Allen, Sims, and Sanford head to Southeastern Louisiana (more updates will follow).

There are two weeks left in the girls lacrosse season as teams in Divisions I-IV gear up for crucial games that may alter standings (with Moses Brown and East Greenwich leading the charge) and affect playoff chances.

Community Fridge Launch Event

4-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Discover the new Community Fridge offering free produce and meals for all ages along with refreshments and guest speakers.

Gabe Lee Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $18.46 — Experience the genre-bending storytelling of musician Gabe Lee as he captivates with his unique sound.

Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Medici — Pricing not specified — Discover the art of beautiful lettering in a creative environment perfect for beginners.

The Earl Knightwood Band Live at STRINGS Bar & Grill

3:15-7:15 p.m. — Strings Bar & Grill — Enjoy a lively performance by The Earl Knightwood Band while savoring Chef Allen Forte's culinary delights.

Providence Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s

2-4 p.m. — Cool Pickle Restaurant & Bar — Check ticket prices online — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun, pressure-free setting.

The Lion King

7 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the Serengeti and the Tony Award-winning storytelling of Disney’s The Lion King.

Woods Concert Live

7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $23.08 — Experience the vibrant sounds and colors of Woods, a Brooklyn indie band, as they take the stage in Providence.

Curren$y Concert

8 p.m. — The Strand Ballroom — Ticket prices vary — Curren$y headlines The Winners Circle Tour with special guests Fendi P and The 747 Band.

Kerosene Heights Concert

5-9:30 p.m. — Alchemy — $18 adv. / $22 dos — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Kerosene Heights and more at one of Providence's favorite venues.

Gozu Concert

8-11 p.m. — Alchemy — $23.08 — Experience the heavy groove and undeniable melody of Gozu at the forefront of the stoner metal movement.