10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - November 23, 2018

November 23

Comedy Central's Rich Vos at Comedy Connection

Vos is a no-holds-barred performer who destroys in comedy clubs around the country.

A comedian’s comedian, he can be heard regularly on Opie and Jimmy and as a guest on the most popular podcasts including WTF with Marc Maron and Rogan.

The show goes from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 

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November 23

A Christmas Carol at Trinity Rep 

Get into the holiday spirit by heading over to Trinity Rep to see A Christmas Carol. 

As is the company’s custom, the entire production will be completely new from casting to design and theatrical magic.

This past season’s production became the highest selling show in Trinity Rep history.

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November 24

Ian Fitzgerald & Something Else at Columbus Theater

The Columbus Cooperative proudly presents Ian Fitzgerald & Something Else with special guests Rachel Sumner and The Wolff Sisters.

The show begins at 7 p.m. 

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November 24

Iona vs PC at Dunkin' Donuts Center

The Providence College Friars are back at the Dunkin' Donuts Center on Saturday afternoon to host the Iona Gaels. 

After falling to Michigan in the Hall of Fame Tip-off Championship game, the Friars are 3-2 on the season and looking to get back in the win column. 

Game time is set for 4 p.m. 

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November 24

Olneyville Square Tree Lighting 

Festivities include a Christmas Tree Lighting, Holiday Music and Carolers, Hot Cocoa and Holiday Cookies, Bring Your Camera for A Picture With Santa Claus, Help Us Ring in the Holiday Season

The event goes from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

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November 24

John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band at Courthouse Center for the Arts 

After a decade-long run in the 1970’s on the Northeast music scene, John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band became recognized as one of the best and most popular unsigned acts in the country.

They achieved national recognition when leader John Cafferty wrote and performed the score to the motion picture, “Eddie & The Cruisers”. The soundtrack became a triple platinum.

Cafferty’s solo track “Hearts on Fire” was featured in the Sylvester Stallone film “Rocky IV” and he received his second double platinum soundtrack award.

Over the years Cafferty has placed 35 songs in major motion pictures.

The show goes from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. 

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November 24

Vanilla Fudge at the Greenwich Odeum 

Legendary psychedelic rockers Vanilla Fudge will bring its brand of power-heavy music to East Greenwich. 

The band, which includes original members Mark Stein (keyboards), Carmine Appice (drums), Vinnie Martell (guitar) and bassist Pete Bremy, is expected to play its long list of hits, as well as material from the recent albums, Live At Sweden Rock and Spirit of ’67.

The show begins at 8 p.m. 

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November 24

12th Annual Short Short Story Film Festival at AS220

The festival includes live-action and animated films from across the globe, all of which tell a story in under six minutes. 

Audiences can enjoy two distinct programs of cultural excursions, each in less than the time of a typical feature film. With three dozen films in total, directors from thirty countries on six continents are participating. 

The event goes from 2:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. 

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November 25

Wedding Show at Hotel Providence 

Join in for an intimate and informative day of fun, food, and unique ideas- designed to help you plan for your perfect wedding day.

Only a limited number of tickets are available, which assures adequate time to experience the full range of personal service available for your wedding. 

The show goes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

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November 25

Make Your Own Evergreen Wreath at Casey Farm

Learn how to make an evergreen wreath from scratch at this workshop led by a master gardener in the barn at Casey Farm. Then, using natural materials, decorate another wreath to take home or give as a present.

Casey Farm will supply hot cider, seasonal goodies, and all craft materials; you bring your holiday cheer and creativity. 

The event goes from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 

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