Good morning, Providence.

A 58 year old Massachusetts man working as a bus monitor for Ocean State Transit in Barrington was indicted on charges including second degree child molestation, indecent solicitation, simple assault + indecent exposure involving two school-aged girls, and the school district removed him from duty and began its own investigation.

Two foreign nationals were sentenced in Providence for a burglary ring that targeted people of Asian descent, with one man receiving 48 months in jail and the other 33 months—both followed by three years of supervised release.

Providence hosts its free arts and culture festival PVDFest today and tomorrow — the event brings music, art and live performances downtown while city officials support it to boost the local creative economy.

Michael Lester, known for his time at The Dorrance, will open Mémère’s in October at Neptune hotel with a Quebec and French inspired menu including poutine and steak frites—honoring his family legacy.

Providence Public Schools reported a drop in chronic absenteeism from 36.2% to 29.3% in one school year—education leaders credit strong teamwork among students, families, and educators for the progress.

Governor McKee noted the improvement supports the goals of the Attendance Matters campaign.

Attorney General William Tong and Attorney General Peter F.

Neronha announced Thursday that they will file a lawsuit in Rhode Island federal court to overturn the stop-work order issued on August 22—halting work on the nearly complete Revolution Wind project expected to save ratepayers millions.

Rhode Island officials confirmed an additional detection of West Nile virus in a mosquito sample collected last Monday in East Providence and said the statewide risk remains high.

Officials advise residents to use EPA registered insect repellent, remove standing water, and wear long clothing—measures to reduce mosquito bites.

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.

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.

PEMA 2025 Fall Meeting

September 8-9 — Graduate by Hilton Providence — $425+ — Attend expert-led discussions focused on manufacturing strategies and industry trends.

Yarnia Chronicles

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Fox Point Library — Free entry — A cozy gathering for needlework enthusiasts to share projects and learn new techniques.

Aubrey Haddard Live

7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $10 entry — Enjoy an electrifying night with Aubrey Haddard, Crash Space, and Nick PolitellI showcasing their latest hits.

Vudu Sister Live Performance

7 p.m.-1 a.m. — Borealis Coffee Company — Free entry — Experience the haunting sounds of Vudu Sister, a dark folk ensemble from Providence.

Bentley Falcons at Bryant Bulldogs Football Game

2-7:30 p.m. — Beirne Stadium — Cost info unavailable — Witness an exciting college football clash between Bentley and Bryant.

High Tea Performance

8 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $17 — Experience the unique blend of folk-punk storytelling and harmony from High Tea's captivating duo.

2nd Annual Jewish Culture Fest

Join us for the 2nd Annual Jewish Culture Fest — happening Sunday, September 14, from 11am–4pm at the Dwares JCC! This high-energy, family-friendly festival is back and bigger than ever, featuring live performances from Nefesh Mountain, the return of fan favorites Ezekiel's Wheels and the Rachel Linsky Dancers, and Rock-a-Baby rocking the stage in our expanded KidZone!

Alison Krauss Concert

7-9 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Auditorium (The VETS) — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sensational bluegrass-country sounds of Alison Krauss with Union Station and Jerry Douglas.

Max Gomez w/ Shannon McNally

7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $22.66 — Experience the soulful sounds of Max Gomez and Shannon McNally in an intimate setting.