10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - January 25, 2019

January 25

Ted Leo (Solo), 123 Astronaut, The Maxims at Columbus Theatre

The Columbus Cooperative proudly presents Ted Leo performing a solo set (with a few surprises).

With special guests 123 Astronaut and The Maxims.

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January 25

The Shadow Box at Barker Playhouse

The Shadow Box takes place over twenty-four hours, in three separate cottages on the grounds of a large hospital in the United States. Within the cabins are three patients: Joe, Brian and Felicity, whose families have joined them as they have reached the end of their treatment.

They have agreed to live within the hospital grounds and be interviewed by a psychiatrist. 

Shows take place at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. 

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January 26

Cats at PPAC

Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on T.S. Eliot’s “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” the original Broadway production opened in 1982 at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre (currently home to Lloyd Webber’s newest hit, School of Rock – The Musical), where it ran for 7,485 performances and 18 years. CATS was originally produced on Broadway by Cameron Mackintosh, The Really Useful Company Limited, David Geffen, and The Shubert Organization.

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January 26

RI Philharmonic Orchestra at The Vets 

The evening’s performance of classical music includes Mendelssohn “A Midsummer Night's Dream: Overture,” R. Strauss “Burleske” and Mozart “Rondo in A” featuring pianist Sara Davis Buechner, Beethoven “Symphony No.4” and J. Strauss “On the Beautiful Blue Danube.”  

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January 26

Final Day of Providence Restaurant Week

Saturday is the final day of Providence Restaurant Week and you don't want to miss out. 

Providence restaurant week more than 80 restaurants from all over Rhode Island. 

Participating restaurants include Siena, Cassarino's, The Capital Grille, Chapel Grille, Circe Restaurant and Bar and many more. 

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January 26

Leo Days as Elvis at Stadium Theatre

Leo Days returns to the Stadium Theatre in this stunning tribute to Elvis Presley. This performance will transport you to the Vegas Strip – complete with a live band! Leo performs all three eras of Elvis including the rock ‘n’ roll 50’s, the black leather of the 60’s, and the Vegas years of the 70’s

Showtime is set for 8 p.m. 

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January 26

Kids Story Time at Books on the Square

Parents and children can join our storytellers twice each week for the ongoing Story Time event lasting approx. 30 minutes.

This event is best suited for children 6 months–6 years old.

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January 27

Providence Flea Winter Pop-Up at Hope High School 

Quash those winter doldrums with all of your favorite vendors and friends from the summer and holiday markets, plus lots of new additions, too.

Vintage, artisans, makers, live tunes, hot coffee, and food trucks! Always free with free off-street parking.

The market is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

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January 27

PC Basketball vs DePaul at Dunkin' Donuts Center 

The Providence College Friars return to the Dunkin' Donuts Center on Sunday afternoon when they host the DePaul Blue Demons. 

PC is currently 2-4 in the Big East and looking to go on a mid-season run. 

Game time is set for noon 

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January 27

Science Sunday Funday at Mercymount Country Day School

EVERYONE is invited to join us in a day of activities, experiments and FUN with science. Mad Science of Southern MA & RI will be presenting their exciting FIRE & ICE Show.

Hands-on animal time will be provided by Dave Marchetti’s Animal Experiences and Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure will showcase their reptiles! Plus there will be many other age-appropriate science activities, refreshments and Greg Polite’s Boston Mojo Photo Booth

The event goes from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

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