Good Day
Providence
Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Providence Police responded to a shooting on Public Street Sunday night (6:30 p.m.) where a 17-year-old male was taken to a hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening and detectives continued their investigation with no arrests made. Go Local Prov
- ➤ Providence Police arrested Lucy Carr on Friday, August 22 at about 7:00 p.m. for tagging the historic Shepard Building on Westminster Street; her boyfriend was also arrested for obstructing officers—she had an active bench warrant. Go Local Prov
- ➤ On Friday, the SEC expanded its enforcement action by linking former Marine Christopher Aubin and his ex-girlfriend Ashley Corcoran to an alleged Ponzi scheme after adding Rhode Island businessman Russell Miller, Jr.—whose firm financed a property on Chalkstone Avenue now listed for $465,000—to the case. Go Local Prov
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The police closed Point Street Bridge in Providence at about 8 a.m. on Aug. 24 for filming of J.J. Abrams’ movie Ghostwriter, which stars Glen Powell along with Samuel L. Jackson, Jenna Ortega and Emma Mackey. The crew spent 12 hours installing lighting while filming will wrap after dawn Monday — ending the week-long shoot. The Providence Journal
- ➤ A statue honoring descendants of the transatlantic slave trade was unveiled at Independence Park in Bristol on Sunday afternoon—town and state officials including Senator Jack Reed and Representative Gabe Amo gathered to mark the nation's painful past and promote hope. The solemn ceremony underscored the need to confront history for a better future. ABC 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island public school districts have released start dates for the 2025-26 school year. Most districts— including Providence Public Schools, Barrington, and others begin on Aug. 27 while districts like Bristol-Warren and Newport start in early September with some kindergarten classes scheduled as late as Sept. 8. The Providence Journal
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Bonsai Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rhodium Room Distillery Bar — Price TBD — Enjoy crafting tiny trees with friends while sipping drinks at the distillery.
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Farmer’s Market at Dexter Park
3-7 p.m. — Dexter Training Ground — Free entry — Enjoy fresh produce and local goods while soaking in the community atmosphere.
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Adjust The Sails Concert
5-8 p.m. — Alchemy — $15 adv. / $20 dos — Enjoy a night of live music with Nervous Surface at this all-ages event.
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The Lemonade Stand 2025
4-10 p.m. — 195 District Park — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry and community spirit at this engaging showcase in Providence.
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lowheaven Live Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $15 adv. / $18 dos — Experience an eclectic night with lowheaven and supporting bands.
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Rhode Island Bitcoin Meetup
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Moniker Brewery — Free entry — Connect with fellow Bitcoin enthusiasts at the longest-running Bitcoin group in Rhode Island.
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Community Paddle Days
5-7 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a brief canoeing experience with Spanish and English-speaking guides along the Woonasquatucket River.
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El Chaval De La Bachata Concert
9 PM - 3 AM — La Palmera Club — Ticketed event — Experience an exciting night filled with Bachata music from El Chaval.
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Houndmouth Concert
7:00-9:30 PM — The Strand Ballroom — Tickets start at $72 — Catch Houndmouth perform live at one of Providence's favorite venues.
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Guatemalan Festival 2025
11 AM - 7 PM — Roger Williams Park Temple to Music — Free entry — Celebrate Guatemalan culture with music, dance, and international cuisines at this family-friendly festival.
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Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.
~ Benjamin Graham
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