Good Day
Providence
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ In May 2012, Curt Schilling said his video game company was near collapse; three days later, 38 Studios closed when 300 employees were laid off and the head of the RI Economic Development Corporation resigned, marking a challenging moment in local business history. 10 WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Three local arts events offer creative experiences: the RISD Grad Show runs May 21 to May 30 at the Convention Center, showcasing 200+ artists; Puzzical Chairs and Pie with Sky Jelly is May 23 at District Park + Trinity Sideshow Banner Art Exhibit opens May 26 at Trinity Brew House. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ Providence restaurateurs and chefs gathered at Food Club Live on May 6 at Track 15 to discuss rising food and labor costs and new ventures like a downtown sports bar, sharing plans to boost the city’s vibrant dining scene. The Boston Globe
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Providence Schools return to local control after years of planning including community listening sessions led by Mayor Brett Smiley. Rivals like Ken Block warn that test scores remain low while candidate Rep. David Morales cites the shift as a chance to boost support + strengthen academic outcomes. Go Local Prov
- ➤ Brown University is hosting Commencement & Reunion Weekend on College Hill, celebrating graduation ceremonies, alumni reunions and campus traditions from today through Sunday, May 24. An art exhibit opens today at Lincoln Field Building as part of the festivities that also include the historic procession through Van Wickle Gates. Brown University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shellfishers can resume harvest in a 462-acre area along the Portsmouth shoreline south of Mt. Hope Bridge on Saturday, May 23, after water quality improved from wastewater and stormwater upgrades. The state Department of Environmental Management said the area had been closed to shellfish since 1975. The Providence Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Association of Realtors reported that in April the median price for a single-family home was $529,000 plus a 10.2% rise from last year, while sales dropped 6.9% and pending transactions fell 12.9%. Affordability remained a concern for many buyers as inventory grew during the spring market. The Boston Globe
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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.
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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.
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RISD Apparel Design Collection 2026
4-5 p.m. — The WaterFire Arts Center — Free entry — Experience the unique fashion creations of RISD seniors on the runway at Collection 2026.
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Open Makerspace Studio for Adults
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Wanskuck Library — Free — Get hands-on with creative projects using various makerspace equipment and tools.
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Tommy Brennan Stand-Up Comedy
7-11 p.m. — Comedy Connection — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising comedy star Tommy Brennan.
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Shordie Shordie in Providence
8-11 p.m. — Crib (Providence) — Tickets from $70 — Experience an unforgettable night with Shordie Shordie at The Crib in Providence.
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Live Music at Myrtle
7:30-10 p.m. — Myrtle — Most shows are free — Experience a variety of live genres from jazz to indie rock in a local neighborhood bar setting.
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Wolves Of Glendale Concert
7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $28.84 — Experience original music and parodies from the quirky Wolves of Glendale.
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Technology Assistance at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Providing technology help to empower the Hispanic community with skills in a bilingual setting.
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Chad Price Live
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $17 — Don't miss this awesome lineup of talented artists for one of the best local shows in June!
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