Good morning, Providence.

Scotland World Cup fans marched on Thursday, June 18 in the Providence Tartan Army event, donating $10,000 to Hasbro Children’s Hospital and hosting a lively party at I-195 District Park.

Today the third annual Taste of Juneteenth New England is held at Farm Fresh Rhode Island, 10 Sims Ave, where attendees sample Caribbean dishes, pit-smoked BBQ, and a special spice rub + enjoy a free Sunset Party at 6 p.m. on the Michael S.

Van Leesten Memorial Bridge.

The Real Housewives of RI Season 1 reunion will air on Sunday, June 21 and Sunday, June 28.

The special event (featuring cast members Ashley Iaconetti, Rosie DiMare, Rulla Pontarelli, Liz McGraw, Alicia Carmody, Jo-Ellen Tiberi and Kelsey Swanson) will give fans a first look at the season's memorable moments.

Rhode Island lawmakers passed a bill that removes the governor’s power to opt the state into a federal school choice tax credit program, which would let taxpayers direct up to $1,700 toward student scholarships.

The governor is reviewing the measure passed last week by both legislative chambers.

Brown University is hosting its fourth Warrior-Scholar boot camp to help veterans and service members adjust to college life; the program packs 75+ hours of coursework and mentorship from June 13 to 20 at the Watson School.

Wheeler School senior Philip Spradlin shared a heartfelt hug with cafeteria worker Deon Lucas after the graduation ceremony today in Providence, a moment captured by photographer Justin Case that quickly spread online.

Governor Dan McKee signed legislation that imposes a three-year moratorium on new charter schools — limits state funding for their expansion until fiscal year 2029 and reduces the cap from 35 to 28.

The law comes amid a notable decline in public school enrollment that has stressed local school districts.

Brown University’s cognitive research team led by Hwamee Oh at the Providence site compared two PET tau tracers in a study published in the Lancet and found that the experimental tracer detected tau pathology more than twice as often as the approved tracer — paving the way for earlier Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

The median price for single family homes dropped 2.5% in May, marking the first year over year fall in nearly a decade, said Michael Pereira of the Rhode Island Association of Realtors.

Sales fell nearly 20% while inventory rose 2.5% as buyers worried about affordability.

URI star wide receiver Marquis Buchanan joined Providence Journal Players of the Year at the All-State Show on June 18 at the Providence Performing Arts Center — an event that honored top local high school athletes.

Lunar Reflections

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Unleash your creativity with a fun painting session under the moonlight.

MahJong Game Gathering

1-3 p.m. — Rochambeau Library — Free entry — Meet a friendly group of players and enjoy a casual game of MahJong, beginners welcome.

Rooftop Power Bring Your Own Bill Day

5-6 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Rochambeau Library — Free pizza — Learn how to cut your electricity costs and navigate your electric bill while enjoying free pizza.

Delta Sleep Concert

7-9 p.m. — Fete Music Hall — $25 ADV | $30 DOS — Experience the dreamy sounds of Delta Sleep alongside Michael Cera Palin and Combat.

Reaper's Gong Live Concert

5-8 p.m. — Alchemy — Tickets from $40 — Experience the electrifying performance of Reaper's Gong at this can't-miss live event.

Revolve Dance Project: Revolutions

2-5 p.m. — The Strand Ballroom — Cost information not provided — Celebrate five years of artistic collaboration with new works of live music and dance.

Eric Johanson Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Tickets available — Experience sharp songwriting and exceptional guitar skills by Eric Johanson.

Chatty Cats Gathering

4-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow cat lovers over snacks, coloring, and crafting cat toys.

Open Studio at Makerspace for Adults

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Knight Memorial Library — Free entry — Explore your creative projects with access to cutting machines and other makerspace equipment.

Recycled Sewing Workshop

3-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Upcycle and repurpose fabric in this all-ages sewing session.