Providence Area married.
Fueled by jealously and
provoked by his childhood friend
September 08 (Ongoing September) Trol- Rodrigo, the distraught crown
prince is unwittingly drawn into
Providence
ley Tours of Providence
One-hour, narrated tour of his- a full-scale rebellion against his
Fun Family Events toric Providence, including father’s oppressive and bloody
& Unique things to do Benefit Street, RI’s “Mile of regime. A heartbreaking tale of
History”, The East Side, home personal passion and a timely cry
to Brown University and the RI for democracy. Sandra Feinstein
School of Design, Federal Hill, - Gamm Theatre. 172 Exchange
Providence’s Little Italy, and St., Pawtucket. 401-723-4268
the romantic Providence River, www.gammtheatre.org
adorned with gondolas and the
calendar . . .
venue for the city’s famed Wa- (Thru Sept.) Nick Jr At The
terFire event. Daily except Tue., Movies
11am, 1pm and 3pm. $18 Adult,
Lap children under 3 are free.
Corner of Fountain and Eddy
Streets downtown, next to the
Biltmore Hotel. Providence Trol-
ley Tours, 401-421-3825 www.
providencetrolleytours.com
(Ongoing September) Wild
About Seniors Share the Nick Jr. experience
Roger Williams Park Zoo is of- together with your kids at your
fering special programming for favorite theatre. See Dora, Diego,
seniors all month long, includ- The Backyardigans, and The
ing special giveaways and do- Wonder Pets on the Big Screen!
cent presentations. Seniors also Every Thursday & Saturday
receive half-off the regular senior morning at 10:00 a.m. $6. Show-
admission to the Zoo offering the case Cinemas, Warwick and
perfect opportunity to enjoy the Warwick Mall
flora and fauna of the zoo during 781-461-1600 x 327 www.na-
one of the most beautiful times tionalamusements.com
of year. 11am – 3 pm. Free with
zoo admission. Roger Williams (Thru Sept.) Providence
Park Zoo, 1000 Elmwood Av- Fall Open Market
enue, Providence. 401-785-3510 The city’s only Open-Air Market
www.rogerwilliamsparkzoo.org where you can shop for artisan
made goods, fine art, and fresh
(Ongoing September) Don produce. Free customer parking.
Carlos by Friedrich Schiller You can shop for art, healthy
Friedrich Schiller’s political edibles, handbags, jewelry, acces-
thriller. Young Don Carlos is pas- sories, and antiques much more.
sionately in love with his former Westminster St. Downcity Provi-
fiancée, Elizabeth, whom his fa- dence, between Eddy St. and
ther, King Philip II, has forcibly Clemence St. 12pm-5pm. Free.
617-481-2257 www.providen-
ceopenmarket.com mances, and more! 401-724-
5200 www.pawtucketartsfestival. (Sat. 9/6) Apponaug Family
(Thru Sept.) Rhode Island org Festival and Crafts Fair, Ap-
Providence
Italian Artists ponaug
Gallery Z pays homage to this (Fri. 9/5–Sun. 9/28) Open- Music, food, kids korner and
diverse culture and celebrates ing Night by Norm Foster a host of skilled crafters are
the talents of RI’ artists of Ital- Jack and Ruth Tisdale celebrate featured. This is a family ori-
ian backgrounds. Featured artists their 25th wedding anniversary ented event with fun, games and
include painters Anthony To- with an evening at the theatre. entertainment for kids of all ages.
maselli and Stephanie Marzella, It’s a dream come true for Ruth Crafters from around the state
photographer Angelo Marinosci and an imposition for Jack who attend and offer a host of inter-
Tues.-Wed. 12-6pm, Thurs.-Sat. would rather be at home watch- esting and unique shopping op-
12-8pm. Gallery Z, 259 Atwells ing the World Series. However, portunities. 9am–4pm. Warwick
Ave., Providence, 401 454-8844 after hilariously disastrous events City Hall, Post Road, Warwick.
www.galleryzprov.com both on and off the stage, their 401-738-8088 www.visitwar-
lives are irreparably altered. “A wickri.com
(Mon. 9/1-Sun. 9/14) Are time bomb of hilarity.” Thu-Sat.
We There Yet? 8 pm, Sun.-2 pm. $18, 15, 11. (Sat. 9/6) 9th Annual
The musical chock full of laughs, Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St., Rhode Island Dragonboat Race
new music and plenty of fun- Westerly 401-596-2341 www. Taiwan Day Festival
filled comedy. Taking a unique granitetheatre.com
look at the typical and not-so-
typical family. Dinner and Show, (Sat. 9/6) Musical Night Of
$ 38.50 plus tax. Show only, $23. Fados & Portuguese Cuisine
Mill River Players, Mill River Sponsored by The Portuguese
Theater, 499 High St, Central American Women’s Associa-
Falls. 401-721-0909 www.mill- tion. Taste wonderful Portuguese
riverplayers.org cuisine while listening to some
beautiful Portuguese music. Pro-
(Fri. 9/5-Sun. 9/21) Paw- ceeds will go to Breast Cancer The races will take place at the
tucket Arts Festival Research. 7-11 pm. $35. Fabre Festival Pier, a.k.a. School Street
Line Club, 200 Allens Ave., Pier, on the Pawtucket River in
Providence. 401-421-8808 x 47 Pawtucket. . The course length
www.pawa.org is 1000 feet long and three lanes
wide. Call for registration and
(Sat. 9/6) 11th Annual Mus- round up your fellow team-
tang and Live Music Event mates by August 15. Prizes will
Ford Racing Icons come together be given away in all categories.
for another amazing event Car 8:30 am to 5 pm. 401-724-2200.
Show Prizes & Trophies given www.dragonboatri.com
for 1st and 2nd place. Live
Citywide. Showcase of visual Music with The Drift Woods, (Sun. 9/7) Mighty
and performing arts includes The Domestics, Black & White. Wurlitzer Organ Concert &
Chinese dragon boat races, Slater Autograph Session Admission - Variety Show
Mill Fun Fest, Slater Park Fes- 2 non-perishable food items, ben- Jack Cook will be at the key-
tival, Festival Gala, Downtown efiting Meals on Wheels •TASCA board and will be joined by a cast
Festival, Stone Soup music, artist Automotive Group,1300 Pontiac of talented singers and dancers.
studios, interactive workshops, Ave., Cranston (Exit 14 off I-95). This program will also serve as a
music, theater and dance perfor- 401-681-1300 www.Tasca.com fundraiser to continue the ongo-
ing restoration of the Mighty LaSalle Square, Providence. obedience demonstrations, and
Wurlitzer. 2pm. $15. Stadium 401-331-6700 www.dunkindo- fabulous raffle prizes! 8:30 am
Theatre Performing Arts Cen- nutscenter.com -1:30- pm. Roger Williams Park
tre, 28 Monument Square, Main Temple To Music, 1000 Elm-
Providence
St., Woonsocket. 401-762-4545 (Sun. 9/7) Labor and Ethnic wood Ave., Providence. 401-
www.stadiumtheatre.com Heritage Festival 785-3510 www.rogerwilliam-
Come and celebrate experiences, sparkzoo.org
(Sun. 9/7) Just Zoo It! histories, music, art, cultures
Healthy Kids, Healthy Fami- and communities that are part (Sat. 9/13) Family Bay Day
lies! of Rhode Island. Slater Mill Explore the bay by boat; collect
Bring the family to find some fun Historic Site, 67 Roosevelt Ave. critters; have fun thru educa-
ways to live a healthy lifestyle Pawtucket. 401- 725-8638 www. tion. Cruises at 10am and 12pm.
and enjoy the wide outside with slatermill.org Members $15; non-members
demonstrations and displays on $20; children 3-12 $10; chil-
a wide variety of fun outdoor ac- (Fri. 9/12) Earth, Wind & dren under 3 free; reservations
tivities and sports. Enjoy samples Fire recommended. Save the Bay
of kid-friendly healthy snacks. Center, 100 Save the Bay Drive,
Free with regular zoo admission. Providence. 401-272-3540 x133
Roger Williams Park Zoo, 1000 www.savebay.org
Elmwood Avenue, Providence.
401-785-3510 www.rogerwil- (Sun. 9/14) Jez Lowe & the
liamsparkzoo.org Bad Pennies
(Sun. 9/7) American Idols
Live Tour The legendary and Grammy
winning band launches their
“Beyond The Elements Tour”,
that will sweep across country
throughout the summer. The high
energy shows are packed with
a powerhouse of hits and show-
case the bands diverse musical-
ity. Michael McDonald will join
them on the tour. 7:30pm. $145 Celtic music, nominee for the
– Tables, $79.50, $49.50, $29.50 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2008,
Dunkin’ Donuts Center,1 LaSalle ‘Folksinger of the Year’ 7 pm,
Square, Providence. 401-331- $14. Blackstone River Theatre,
6700 www.dunkindonutscenter. 549 Broad St., Cumberland
Check out this season’s Top com 401-725-9272 www.riverfolk.org
Ten American Idols when they
perform at their only Rhode (Sat. 9/13) Providence Ani- (Sun. 9/14) The Kooks
Island show. Scheduled to appear mal Rescue League Pet Walk The Kooks, a British Indie Rock
are: Brooke White, Carly Smith- 2008 band, whose hit singles ‘She
son, Chikezie, David Archul- A scenic and fun 3.5 mile (5K) Moves In Her Own Way’, ‘You
eta, David Cook, Jason Castro, walk for participants and their Don’t Love Me’, ‘Sofa Song’,
Kristy Lee Cook, Michael Johns, dogs through Roger Williams ‘Eddie’s Gun’, ‘Ooh La’ and
Ramiele Malubay and Syesha Park. . Family fun activities for ‘Naïve’ won them a support
Mercado. 7pm $68.50, $54.50, everyone including pet games slot with The Rolling Stones. 7
$39.50 Dunkin’ Donuts Center,1 and contests, activities for kids, pm. $9.95. Lupo’s Heartbreak
Hotel,79 Washington St, Provi- Sat.12 noon, 3:30pm, & 7pm.. and The Brooklyn Bridge
dence. www.lupos.com Sun.1pm & 4:30pm . $55, $35, Takes its audience on a tour
$20, $15 Dunkin’ Donuts Cen- through the history of the band
(Mon. 9/15) The Seventh ter,1 LaSalle Square, Providence. and its members, and also offers
Providence
RI Infantry in the Civil War 401-331-6700 www.dunkindo- a glimpse of its current musical
Suffering a casualty rate of more nutscenter.com direction, all the while showcas-
than eighty percent by the war’s ing the power and artistry of the
end, the 7th Rhode Island Infan- (Wed. 9/17) Gallery Night incomparable Johnny Maestro.
try participated in some of the Providence This show also features New
fiercest battles of the Civil War. Twenty-one of the city’s hot “art England’s #1 Oldies Band ...
Local author Robert Grandchamp spots” open their doors, inviting Kings Row! 8pm. $30-40. Sta-
will talk about gripping histori- you to a visual arts party. Down- dium Theatre Performing Arts
cal stories culled from firsthand town galleries include the Bank Centre, 28 Monument Square,
sources such as letters, diaries, RI Gallery, One Turks Head Main St.,Woonsocket. 401-762-
and photographs. 7:30pm. Free. Place; Chapel Gallery & Laby- 4545 www.stadiumtheatre.com
Barrington Public Library, 281 rinth, 134 Mathewson Street;
County Rd., Barrington. 401- Copacetic Rudely Elegant Jew- (Fri. 9/19 – 9/26) The House
247-1920 www.barringtonli- elry, 65 Weybosset; the Gallery of Antigone
brary.org at 17 Peck; Providence Public One of the world’s oldest plays
Library, 150 Empire Street; Sol becomes a modern-day retelling
(Wed. 9/17 –Sun. 9/21) Koffler Graduate Student Gal- of an ancient story of courage
Disney On Ice: Worlds of Fan- lery, RISD, 169 Weybosset; and and faith that asks the ques-
tasy URI Feinstein Campus Gallery, tion: can one person change the
80 Washington Street. Art Buses world? A world premiere created
available from 5-8:40pm. Free. for our resident acting company.
www.gallerynight.info Sun. Eve -Wed. $20-$50. Thurs-
Sun. mat $20-$60. Trinity Reper-
(Fri. 9/19) 2008 Provi- tory Company, 201 Washington
dence Roller Derby: Shake, St., Providence. 401-351-4242
Rattle, and Roll www.trinityrep.com
(Sat. 9/20) Homefront’s
Fourth Annual No Place like
Home 5K Walkathon
To provide assistance to enable
Thrill to high-speed stunts as frail elders, adults with disabili-
Lightning McQueen, Mater and ties and children suffering from a
the crew of CARS race across chronic illness to continue to live
the ice. Dive into The Little Providence Roller Derby Cham- at home. Services eliminate or
Mermaid’s enchanting undersea pionship. Chicks on skates, push- delay entry into a nursing home.
kingdom and experience the ing each other around—it’s good, For children, we can insure that
‘Circle of Life’ with The Lion old-fashioned family fun!. 7-10 they are able to be cared for at
King. Enter into the magical pm. $11.50, $6 for kids under home, surrounded by parents and
world of Pixie Hollow with Tin- 12, kids under 6 free. Bank of siblings. 5-6 pm. at the Roger
ker Bell and all her fairy friends. America City Center, 2 Kennedy Williams Park Carousel. Food,
Your favorite Disney moments Plaza, Providence. www.provi- fun, refreshments, entertainment,
will come to life with dazzling dencerollerderby.com and prizes. Roger Williams Park
skating, special effects and be- Zoo, 1000 Elmwood Avenue,
loved characters. Wed.-Fri. 7pm, (Fri. 9/19) Johnny Maestro Providence. 401-785-3510
www.rogerwilliamsparkzoo.org waterfire.org
(Fri. 9/26-Tue. 9/30) Grease
(Sat. 9/20) The Edwards (Sun. 9/21, Tue. 9/23, Sun. This classic 1950’s rock ‘n’ roll
Twins 9/28) Legally Blonde musical features Rydell High’s
Providence
Anthony Edwards has mastered The story of Elle Woods, an spirited class of ‘59: gum chew-
more than 75 characters includ- underestimated blonde who ing, hubcap stealing, hot rod
ing Neil Diamond, Billy Joel, doesn’t take “no” for an answer. loving boys with D.A.’s and their
Elton John, Rod Stewart, Tom When her boyfriend dumps her wise cracking girls in bobby sox
Jones, Johnny Mathis, Ray for someone more “serious,” and pedal pushers. While hip
Charles, and Englebert Hump- Elle puts down the credit card, Danny Zuko and wholesome
erdink.. Eddie Edwards performs hits the books, and sets out to Sandy Dumbrowski resolve the
as Barbra Streisand, Cher and go where no Delta Nu has gone problems of their mutual attrac-
Bette Midler. When The Ed- before: Harvard Law. Tues, 7pm, tion, the gang sings and dances
wards Twins are onstage, they Wed.-Thu., 7:30pm. Fri. 8pm. its way through such nostalgic
move, sing and perform like the Sat. 2 & 8pm.Sun. 9/21, 6:30pm. scenes as the pajama party, the
actual stars and each of their Sun. 9/ 28,1pm. $73.00 - $46.00 prom, the burger palace, and
impersonations is done to perfec- Providence Performing Arts the drive in movie. Fri-Sat 7pm,
tion. 8 pm. $20-$30. Stadium Center (PPAC), 220 Weybosset Sun. 2pm. $18-15. Stadium
Theatre Performing Arts Centre, St., Providence. 401-421-2997 Theatre Performing Arts Cen-
28 Monument Square, Main www.ppacri.org tre,28 Monument Square, Main
St.,Woonsocket. 401-762-4545 St.,Woonsocket. 401-762-4545
www.stadiumtheatre.com (Fri. 9/26–Sun 9/28) The www.stadiumtheatre.com
Whole Bead Show
(Sat. 9/20) 10th Annual (Fri. 9/26-10/26) Another
RACE for Parkinson’s Disease Part of the Forest
5K Fun Race and 1.5 Mile Walk Prequel to “The Little Foxes”
. There will be guest speakers, that explains how the Hubbard
a picnic lunch served, raffle family came into prominence
prizes, kid’s games and a whole in1880’s Alabama. A mag-
lot more. 10am., Goddard State nificent, sprawling old Southern
Park, 1095 Ives Road, Warwick melodrama filled with nasty folks
401-738-8088 www.visitwar- whose wealth and immorality
wickri.com together with southern charm,
manipulation, lies and intrigue
(Sat. 9/20) WaterFire The Whole Bead Show is an blend to capture our attention.
international cash and carry Thu – Sat: 8 pm • Sun: 3pm
trade show offering an exquisite $25. 2nd Story Theatre, 28
collection of beads and find- Novket St. Warren. 401-247-
ings from all over the world. 4200 www.2ndstorytheatre.com
Retail and Whole Sale shopping
is available. Wholesale shop- (Sat. 9/27) Star Studded
pers must bring a copy of their Gala
state-issued resale license/seller’s Don’t miss our Star Studded
permit. Exhibition Hall A. Fri & Gala, including dinner and
Begins at dusk. Waterplace Park. Sat. 10am- 6pm and Sun, Noon- dancing and a live and silent
Water, light, smoke, music, and 5 pm. $5. Rhode Island Conven- auction, to benefit the Make-A-
street performers combine to tion Center, One Sabin Street, Wish Foundation® of Rhode
form an elemental art experi- Providence 401-458-6000 www. Island. 7pm to Midnight. Provi-
ence. Free. 401-272-3111 www. riconvention.com dence Marriott, Orms Street,
Providence. 401-781-9474 www. cinating machine and about the Center (PPAC), 220 Weybosset
makeawishri.org process and importance of grist St., Providence. 401-421-2997
milling in Aquidneck Island’s www.ppacri.org
(Sat. 9/27) Brad Paisley past. Sample johnnycakes made
from authentic Rhode Island (Mon. 9/29-10/3) Ocean
white cap flint corn ground in Tech Expo
RI’s old grist mills. (For safety Ocean Tech Expo provides
reasons the windmill will not be participating ocean technology
in operation.) 10am - 2 pm. $5 and marine science companies
per person / family maximum an international forum to connect
$15. Prescott Farm, 2009 West with and educate key decision
Main Road, Middletown, : 401- makers, increase brand aware-
847-6230 www.newportrestora- ness and build meaningful rela-
tion.com tionships wit professionals from
this growing industry. For more
CMA Male Vocalist of the Year, (Sat. 9/27) WaterFire information, contact Rob Howard
performs live with special guests Begins at dusk. Waterplace Park. at 561-732-4368 or visit their
Jewel, Chuck Wicks and Juli- Water, light, smoke, music, and website at www.OceanTechExpo.
anne Hough. 7:30pm $42.50, street performers combine to com. Rhode Island Conven-
$29.75. Dunkin’ Donuts Cen- form an elemental art experi- tion Center , One Sabin Street,
ter,1 LaSalle Square, Providence. ence. Free. 401- 272-3111 www. Providence 401-458-6000 www.
401-331-6700 www.dunkindo- waterfire.org riconvention.com
nutscenter.com
(Mon. 9/29) Alanis Moris-
(Sat. 9/27) Gandalf Murphy sette
& the Slambovian Circus of
Dreams
On stage they create an enchant-
ing atmosphere, using traditional
folk instruments, electric gui-
tar and distinctive singing and
songwriting. Citing influences as
diverse as Hank Williams, Dylan,
Bowie, Incredible String Band
and early Pink Floyd, the band’s
music is “punk-classical-hillbil-
ly-Floyd”, a mental rollercoaster
of whimsical, thought-provok- A dozen years after the break-
ing songs. 8pm. $15. Stone through debut of Jagged Little
Soup Coffee House at St. Paul’s Pill, an album which earned four
Episcopal Church, 50 Park Place, Grammys and sold 30 million
Pawtucket. 401-457-7147 www. records, Alanis Morissette re-
stonesoupcoffeehouse.com mains not only an enduringly
popular artist, but one whose
(Sat. 9/27) Windmill Tours success stems from a fierce com-
and Johnnycake Demonstra- mitment to authenticity and, to
tions an equal extent, vulnerability.
Take a tour of the 1812 Sherman 7:30pm. $75.50, $52.50, $42.50.
windmill to learn about this fas- Providence Performing Arts
