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PHOTO COURTESY OF PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL.
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Day With( out) Art 2026: seeds in a dying colony The RISD Museum partners with Visual AIDS for a screening of seeds in a dying colony, featuring four newly commissioned videos exploring the afterlives of colonialism and the ongoing HIV epidemic. The works consider how systems of power shape the body, memory and experiences of care. Registration requested. 3 – 4 p. m. RISD Museum, 20 North Main St., Providence, risdmuseum. org
EVENT HIGHLIGHT
Providence Country Day School Open House
NOV. 7: Prospective families are invited to explore PCD’ s academic program, culture and community life through panel discussions, campus tours and conversations with faculty, students and parents. Lower school begins at 9 a. m.; middle and upper schools at 10:30 a. m.
Providence Country Day School, 660 Waterman Ave., East Providence, providencecountryday. org
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An Irish Christmas with Cathie Ryan, John Doyle and Mick McAuley Acclaimed Irish singer Cathie Ryan will celebrate An Irish Christmas with John Doyle and Mick McAuley, formerly of Irish American supergroup Solas and a duo now for almost ten years.“ An Irish Christmas” promises a magical evening of songs, stories and memories of Christmastime in Ireland shared by three of Irish music’ s most beloved performers. 3 p. m. Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., Cumberland, brtri. org
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Ceramics Makers Market Visitors can find one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts made by local ceramic artisans, including Artists’ Exchange open studio artists and class instructors. Customers can browse the market and get to know the artists at each table. Offering a variety of ceramic pieces, including functional ware( bowls and mugs), sculptures, garden art and holiday decorations. Each piece is unique and carefully created; making perfect gifts for the holiday season! 10 a. m.– 2 p. m. Artists’ Exchange, 50 Rolfe Sq., Cranston, artists-exchange. org / events
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Handel’ s Messiah A Sunday matinee— perfect for the whole family. Hear your RI Philharmonic with the Providence Singers, conducted by Christine Noel and featuring soloists Maya Kherani, Emily Marvosh and Michael Dean, as they perform music’ s most powerful message of faith, Handel’ s Messiah. 3 p. m. The VETS, 1 Avenue of the A rts, Providence, tickets. riphil. org
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Alicia Keys’ Hell’ s Kitchen Hell’ s Kitchen, the award-winning Broadway musical
created and inspired by Alicia Keys, follows Ali, a seventeen-year-old finding her voice while navigating her relationships with her mom and the mentor who helps her discover her gift for music. Keys’ greatest hits and new songs are the soundtrack to this joyful coming-of-age story. Visit the website for times. 7:30 p. m. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence, ppacri. org / hellskitchen
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Holiday Pops Gather your favorite people and celebrate the season at Holiday Pops. Featuring The Showstoppers, SEMYO musicians, Yaniv, and the NBSO, this festive, feel-good tradition sparkles with holiday favorites, contagious energy and joyful moments that bring generations together. 3:30 p. m. and 7 p. m. The Zeiterion, 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, nbsymphony. org / 2026-2027-season / holiday-pops
JANUARY
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Winter Classes at Artists’ Exchange Artists’ Exchange offers fun, engaging and enriching classes with options for ages five through teen and adult. Learn a new skill in fun yet intensive classes. Visit the website for descriptions, pricing and more. Artists’ Exchange, 50 Rolfe Sq., Cranston, artists-exchange. org / classes-workshops
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Open House at Providence Country Day Prospective families are invited to explore PCD’ s academic program, culture and community life through panel discussions, campus tours and conversations with faculty, students and parents. This evening session begins at 4:30
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