Good Day
Providence
Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After her dog Zsa Zsa was attacked by a coyote on Christmas Eve, Karol Vinson has put flyers up across Narragansett as Missing Dogs Massachusetts used a drone to search for her; experts advise pet owners to keep dogs on a leash. 10 WJAR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Restaurateur Nick Gillespie from Warwick projects that by 2050, AI and digital tech will remodel local restaurants by simplifying menu design and spurring more neighborhood eateries serving locally-sourced scup. He expects a merge of modern tech and classic charm will create a fresh dining experience. The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Holiday Lights Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo is open for one more week and offers a 40-acre walk-through display plus 3 million lights. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. 10 WJAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Research from Salve Regina University shows that local libraries face staffing issues amid shrinking budgets and rising social service demands, leading to burnout and turnover. Library workers are responding by launching new programs that continue to attract busy patron traffic. Rhode Island PBS
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Lego Building Activities
3-5 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Rochambeau Library — Free entry — Build and play with Legos in a fun and welcoming environment for all ages.
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Providence New Year’s Eve Celebration and Illuminate PVD Fireworks Display
The Providence Tourism Council, the City of Providence, and Mayor Brett P. Smiley are thrilled to announce the 3rd annual citywide New Year's Eve celebration with the Illuminate PVD Fireworks at the 195 District Park and the Michael Van Leesten Pedestrian Bridge on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. Featuring local musicians, dance performances, a 360-degree photo booth, and a DJ spinning tunes all night, the party, fueled by a selection of food trucks and a tented beverage garden, will groove right up to the fireworks display at 8:30 PM.
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Musical Mondays with Teacher T
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Rochambeau Library — Free — Enjoy an engaging morning of guitar, singing, and dancing in the children's library.
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Mojo Brookzz Comedy Show
9:30 PM - 12:30 AM — Comedy Connection — Tickets available — Enjoy the humor of Mojo Brookzz, a star on the We Them Ones Comedy Tour.
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Fight Life Pro Wrestling: Never Easy
3-6 p.m. — Lighthouse Skatepark — Snacks and drinks available — Enjoy an afternoon of live indy wrestling featuring top performers in a vibrant venue.
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Birdhouse Painting Workshop
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Knight Memorial Library — Reservations required — Create and paint your very own wooden birdhouse in this hands-on workshop.
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Read More, Learn More!
2:30–5:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Unlock the magic of storytelling with engaging sessions led by Ms. Carol.
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Read More, Learn More!
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — A delightful reading series designed to unlock the magic of stories with Ms. Carol.
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Alex Cohen Acoustic Performance
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Basta Italian Restaurant — Reservations highly encouraged — Enjoy an eclectic acoustic mix of classics and originals from the ’50s to today.
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Providence Friars vs. Creighton Bluejays Basketball Game
6:30-8 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting NCAA basketball matchup featuring the Providence Friars taking on the Creighton Bluejays.
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