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Robot Manicures Now Available at Glistening Goddesses in Rhode Island
Okay, not quite, but the world’s first robot manicure is now at Glistening Goddesses in Johnston. Clockwork is revolutionizing the nail salon experience, but how does it work?. Clockwork, the World’s First Robot Manicure. Clockworks MiNiCURE uses 3D and AI technology to paint the exact shape of your...
Yacht Club Soda to release Kamala’s Berry Surprise soda
NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Yacht Club Soda is releasing a new flavor this week to replace Joe’s Bidenomics Berry in the Soda Pop Poll. Kamala’s Berry Surprise will now go up against Donald’s Trumpian Punch as Vice President Kamala Harris has taken over the Democratic presidential ticket.
‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Touring New England With Original Cast Members
That iconic movie that conquered the world is going on tour, this time with three of the original cast members. I know you've heard of the 1975 film Rocky Horry Picture Show. It's the longest-running theatrical release in film history, and is based on the 1973 musical starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, and Meatloaf.
Great-Grandson of Founder Expands Honey Baked Ham in New England
Nearly 70 years ago, Harry J. Hoenselaar founded The Honey Baked Ham Company in Detroit, Michigan, and the retail concept now has more than 400 locations. Today, his great-grandson is participating in that growth by helping to penetrate new markets in New England. In 2023, Tom McGwire acquired two existing locations in Connecticut and signed on to develop two more in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
PPAC celebrates Mother’s Day with a FREE Wonders of the Wurlitzer concert: “Mamma! Mamma!”
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC)’s upcoming Wonders of the Wurlitzer concert, “Mamma! Mamma!” on Wednesday, May 8 at noon. House Organist Peter Edwin Krasinski will play songs by and for Broadway moms, including Les Misérables’ Fantine, Mamma Mia!’s Donna, Gypsy’s Mama Rose, Hairspray’s Edna and many more. Krasinski will also take requests from audience members towards the end of the concert.
The Genius of Mash-Up Art: Two Thangs
We’ve all heard of mash-up songs. Maybe you were once a fan of “Glee” or grew up listening to rap music. At some point, we’ve all been introduced to the idea of a mash-up. However, mash-ups as an art form seem to end there. Or, at least, that’s what I thought before I met Matthew Brennan IV. A Providence-based artist, he has delighted fans with his pop culture paintings for a decade.
Submit your Back to School photos
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The first week of school is one of the most exciting times of the year, and families often mark the occasion by taking pictures of their children. If you’d like to see your child featured on 12 News and WPRI.com, send us your photos...
ART AROUND TOWN - Block Island State Airport Gallery features works by Providence’s Luke Morrison
The gallery at the Block Island State Airport, a partnership between the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) and the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC), announced today the opening of its summer exhibition featuring works by Luke Morrison, Providence. The exhibition runs through late January 2025. Luke Morrison...
Chorus of East Providence Open Sing Rehearsals
The Chorus of East Providence will hold open sing sessions on September 3, 10 and 17, 2024, 7 p.m. at St. Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence. By attending one or all three sessions, potential members can decide whether this chorus is a good fit for them before making a commitment to join. All singers are welcome, those with experience, those who only sing in the privacy of their cars, as well as those who think they cannot sing. No auditions are required to join.
What’s Up Interview: Michael Graham of the River Bend East Songwriters Festival coming to Pawtucket August 30-31
Looking for some free music to kick off the Labor Day Weekend? We’ve got you covered. The River Bend East Songwriters Festival returns to Slater Mill in Pawtucket from August 30-31, as part of the Pawtucket Arts Festival. Featured performers include Motif music award-winning singer-songwriter Allison Rose, Chris Monti, RI Music Hall of Famer Mark Cutler, and a special tribute to the late Mary Lee Partington, featuring Caroline Vitale and Bob Drouin.
King OSF Unleashes New Album ‘Baby Lord’: A Raw Testament to Resilience and Authenticity
In the world of hip-hop, few artists stand out as distinctly as King OSF. Known for his dynamic lyrics, magnetic stage presence, and unwavering commitment to authenticity, Antidote Music Group artist— King OSF drops his first project Baby Lord. King OSF is a unique anomaly in the game. Raised on the gritty streets of Providence’s South Side, his journey from the streets of Prov has been nothing short of raw and real.
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