10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - February 15, 2019

February 15

The Dead Tongues, Mollie Sarle at Columbus Theatre 

The Columbus Cooperative presents The Dead Tongues with special guest Molly Sarle.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $17 the day of the show.

The concert is good for all ages to attend.

The show begins at 7 p.m. 

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February 15

Apathy at The Met

Kick off your weekend with live music at the Met.

Friday’s who’s will feature the band Apathy.

The show begins at 9 p.m.

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February 15

Howard Windham To Present ‘Oo-Papa-Doo’ In Group Exhibit At Imago Gallery 

Howard Windham will present recent mixed media collages, drawings and sculptures he playfully calls “oo-papa-doo.”

The phrase, Windham notes, was coined by the popular disc jockey, radio and TV host Jocko Henderson in the 1950s. Henderson was known for his ad lib patter, including “oo-papa-doo, how do you do!” Windham has adopted this phrase because he always has enjoyed it. “Try it,” he says, “It is fun.

It would be a great name for a band, for one of Frank Zappa’s grandchildren, your next household pet … or for an art exhibit.”

The exhibit goes from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

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February 16

10th Annual Providence Children's Film Festival 

Films. Presentations. Workshops. Field Trips.

Independent and international films that cultivate empathy, foster a global perspective, spark new ideas and inspire audiences to think critically about their world. 

The festival begins at 10 a.m. and runs to 6 p.m. on a daily basis. 

It takes place at multiple venues in Providence, all within walking distance. 

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February 16

PC vs Xavier at Dunkin' Donuts Center 

The Providence College Friars will look to get back in the win column on Saturday afternoon against Xavier. 

PC is coming off a road loss against Villanova and needs to string a few wins together in order to put themselves in position heading into the Big East Tournament. 

Providence is currently 4-8 in the Big East.

Game time is set for 2 p.m. 

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February 16

Love on the RISE at RISE Playhouse 

RISE presents their 4th semi-annual cabaret fundraiser, LOVE ON THE RISE. 

The show consists of an evening of love, food, and show tunes. 

It serves as a perfect Valentine's Day weekend night out!

Show times are at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. 

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February 16

Tales of the Slave Trade at Linden Place Mansion 

Linden Place Mansion in Bristol, RI will host a special presentation in Linden Place Mansion focused specifically on Bristol’s DeWolf Family and their involvement in the triangle Slave Trade.

Featured in the PBS film “Traces of the Trade”, The DeWolf family, Bristol’s premier family in the 18th and early 19th centuries, was once one of the largest traders of slaves in New England. 

The event begins at 1 p.m. 

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February 17

Mirrors at The Vets 

Immerse yourself in the captivating awe of three powerful ballets that only Festival Ballet could bring to the stage.

From Viktor Plotnikov’s gripping dance-drama “Coma” to George Balanchine’s sumptuous “Serenade,” and Yury Yanowsky’s apocalyptic “Smoke & Mirrors”, this impressive program reflects something for everyone.

The show begins at 2 p.m. on Sunday. 

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February 17

Sister Act the Musical at Stadium Theatre

Based on the hit 1992 film, Sister Act is the musical comedy smash that has audiences jumping to their feet! When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody at a convent! Filled with gospel music and outrageous dancing, Sister Act is reason to REJOICE!

The show begins at 2 p.m. 

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February 17

Green Scene Panels at Blithewold 

Are you looking to start on a career path or interested in making a career change?

Then the Green Scene panel discussion series at Blithewold is for you.

This informal outreach session will offer attendees of all ages an inside look at the green world, the people who live it and some of the careers that are leading the way in this evolving industry. Savvy horticultural professionals will share their stories, answer your questions, and help point the way to exciting next steps!​

The event begins at 1 p.m. 

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