10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - October 7, 2016

Oct. 7

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo

One of the coolest things to do in the fall in Rhode Island is go to the annual Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo. 

The display features more than 125 carved pumpkins, featuring designs such as the laughing tree and several others. 

New to this year’s spectacular, Friday – Sunday nights now feature timed ticket entry starting at 5:30 p.m. These tickets will only be sold online.

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Oct. 7

PROJECT 3.8 - Photo Exhibit at RI State House 

#DStrong was sparked by one little boy with pediatric cancer. 

In 2013, photographer Robyn Ivy of North Kingstown snapped a picture of that little boy with cancer sporting a pair of boxing gloves. That boy of course was Dorian Murray, and the iconic photo became the face of the worldwide #DStrong movement. 

Now, PROJECT 3.8 takes the concept of “pediatric cancer” and makes it a living, human reality. Robyn’s photographs capture 19 other children from communities across Rhode Island – all in the same boxing glove pose that started with Dorian.

This is the final day that the exhibit will be at the Rhode Island State House. 

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Oct. 8

Stetson vs Brown at Brown Stadium 

The Brown Bears football team returns home this week to face Stetson for the first time ever. 

The Bears are coming off a 28-13 loss last week to the URI Rams and are 1-2 on the season. This week they look to even up their record. 

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Oct. 8

Hope Street Farmers Market 

The Hope Street Farmers market takes place at Lippit Park starting at 9 a.m. on Saturdays. 

Head down there for a full day of shopping for any product that you may need. 

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Oct. 8

Boss Arena Pet Supply Drive on URI Campus

Boss Ice Arena on the URI campus is hosting a Pet Supply Drive to benefit the Exeter Animal Shelter. Donate any animal produce and skate on the ice for FREE. 

Skate rentals are $5. 

The pet supply drive goes from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. 

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Oct. 8

Final Performance of Wicked at PPAC

Saturday is the final showing of Wicked at the Providence Performing Arts Center. 

Learn the story of the witches of Oz, who formed the unlikeliest of friendships before the world decides to call one witch "good" and the other "wicked."

You do not want to miss out. 

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Oct. 9

25th Anniversary Columbus Day Festival on Federal Hill 

The 25th Anniversary Columbus Day Festival on Federal Hill starts on Saturday, October 8 and runs through Monday, October 10.

However, the much anticipated parade is scheduled for Sunday, October 9 at 11 a.m. making Sunday the featured day. 

Providence Police Chief Hugh Clements will serve as the honorary Grand Marshall during the annual Columbus Day parade during the annual Columbus Day Festival on Federal Hill.  

The parade will also feature 11 marching bands, including the Navy band from Newport and the 88 band from the RI National Guard. 

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Oct. 9

BEOWULF: A THOUSAND YEARS OF BAGGAGE at Trinity Rep

Sunday is your final chance to see Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage at Trinity Rep. 

Based on one of the most famous pieces of literature of all time, Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage is a rock ‘n’ roll re-telling of the legendary English poem.

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Oct. 10

Gavin DeGraw and Andy Grammer at PPAC

Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Gavin DeGraw and Billboard chart topping recording artist Andy Grammar will perform at PPAC  as part of their 2016 North American Tour. 

Fan can expect to hear DeGraw perform songs such as “I Don’t Wanna Be,” “Chariot,” and “Not Over You.” 

Andy Grammar will play his smash hit and iTunes Pop Chart stunner “Honey, I’m Good,” along with “Good to be Alive” and others. 

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Oct. 10

Providence Honk Festival Pronk 2016 

The Providence Honk Festival returns with sounds and sights of street bands from Rhode Island and all around the country.

Bands included the Extraordinary Rendition Band, What Cheer? Brigade, and Kickin' Brass.

The festival runs from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

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