10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - August 30, 2019

August 30

The Copacetics at The Met 

On the Jamaican music scene for almost 10 years now, The Copacetics are an 8 piece Reggae/Ska band that bring authentic Jamaican rhythms to set the best mood for your event! From their catchy original songs, to the traditional tunes dating back to the birth of the Jamaican groove, The Copacetics will have you dancing, drinking and enjoying the Summer life

Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show begins at 9 p.m. 

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August 30

Murder In The Front Row (2019) Film Screening at Columbus Theatre

The Columbus Cooperative and Dreadphile proudly present a screening of the documentary Murder In The Front Row (2019), narrated by Brian Posehn.

In the early 1980’s, a small group of dedicated Bay Area headbangers shunned the hard rock of MTV and Hollywood hairspray bands in favor of a more dangerous brand of metal that became known as thrash. From the tape trading network to the clubs to the record stores and fanzines, director Adam Dubin reveals how the scene nurtured the music and the music spawned a movement. 

The event begins at 7 p.m. 

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August 31

Rhythm & Roots Music & Dance Festival at Ninigret Park

Featuring on site camping, 4 stages, and 2 dance tents. Come and join the fun for all ages.

Activities are grouped by age. 

Family Stage features parades, acclaimed storytellers, comedians, games, bubble art, crafts, and a peak into the indigenous history of Rhode Island.

There is even a kid's Cajun music camp. 

The festival goes from noon to midnight. 

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August 31

DNA Labor Day Weekend Riverwalk Restoration Project

Over the last three years, hundreds of DNA volunteers, along with our partners at the Providence Parks Department, have transformed over a mile of our Riverwalk (from the Hurricane Barrier to the basin of Waterplace Park) by replacing all of the broken/missing cables, and by sanding and painting over 400 railings, light poles, trash receptacles and benches. 

The event begins at 9 a.m. 

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August 31

Providence Roller Derby at Alex and Ani Center

Providence Roller Derby (PRD) is back for a Home Season full of fun, excitement, and competition!

First up, PRD Juniors will take the track and show us the future of derby!

Next, the Old Money Honeys take on the Mob Squad in the deciding game of the 2019 Home Season - who will make it to Champs this year?

Coming off a win against the Mob last summer, the Honeys are looking to secure their spot in Champs, but the Mob aren’t ready to bury this year’s bodies yet

The event begins at 5 p.m. 

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September 1

RI Philharmonic Pops at Independence Park 

The RI Philharmonic Orchestra announces four Summer Pops concerts in various locations throughout Rhode Island.

Resident Conductor Francisco Noya conducts the concerts, which are FREE and open to the public. 

The concert begins at 6 p.m. 

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PHOTO: RI Foundation

September 1

WaterFire

This series of bonfires, installed on the three rivers of downtown Providence, entices with aromatic wood smoke, flickering firelight, and enchanting music.

 Lighting starts at sunset. 

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PHOTO: Providence WaterFire

September 1

PawSox vs Lehigh Valley at McCoy Stadium

The Pawtucket Red Sox are playing their second to last game of the season on Sunday afternoon when they host Lehigh Valley at McCoy Stadium. 

The game begins at 1 p.m. 

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September 2

Freeplay Gayme Night at Freeplay Bar Arcade

An LGBTQIA+ and friends night at Freeplay Bar Arcade. Pizza, Drinks, Drag, Games, & Fun! $4 entry. 18+

The event begins at 7 p.m. 

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