In the early 1900s, the newly constructed Pomham Rocks Lighthouse in Riverside featured a white picket fence around the perimeter of the half-acre island. The 1938 hurricane destroyed the fence and …

A Slice of History Thursday, July 2, 2PM Weaver Library A pizza party with a side of history! In celebration of America's 250th, join us to watch Hamilton (singing along is totally allowed!) while …

All Ages Summer Learning Challenge Monday, June 15 - Saturday, August 22 at Weaver Library, Riverside Library, and Fuller Creative Learning Center This summer, the East Providence Public Library …

Rhode Island is the Second State in the Nation to Restrict Dangerous Anticoagulant Rodenticides: Protecting Our Communities, Pets, Wildlife and Birds of Prey Smithfield, RI (June 19, 2026) – With …

Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse was recently awarded a $10,000 matching grant for historic preservation from The 1772 Foundation in cooperation with Preserve Rhode Island. Replacement of the …

On June 13, 2026, sixteen members of Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse met at the gravesite of Keeper William James Howard at Pocasset Cemetery, Bourne, Mass., to honor his service, from 1937-1951, …

Where have the years gone? How many times have some of us said that. I seem to ask myself that question every day. I have grown children, grandchildren, a retirement, have overcome some illness but …

The Chamber Music series under the auspices of the Rehoboth Antiquarian Society has attracted world-renowned musicians for over 25 years. The artists that perform are very accomplished and have …

East Providence, RI — The East Providence Public Library, Mayor Bob DaSilva, and the Department of Planning and Economic Development are pleased to announce that artist Anthony Heinz May has been …

East Providence, R.I. - Newly available at East Providence Public Library from NewsBank, the Providence Journal Historical Archive covers content from 1829 through today, including the Evening …

East Providence, RI – The City of East Providence is gearing up to bring the community together for an exciting day of culture and community as part of our “Soccer In The City” celebration …

(June 8, 2026) – Avoid the heat in July and explore nature when the temperatures are cool. Evenings bring fireflies in the field, bats overhead, and moon lit hikes. Enjoy morning breezes on bird …

R&B Heritage Month Festival Featuring Front & Center Band CV Club, East Providence Celebrate the smooth sounds of R&B and R&B Heritage. Annual event to support the Instruments for Children's …

(May 5, 2026) – Start your summer off right – in the great outdoors! Discover some of the amazing birds, bats, and insects that thrive in the Ocean State. Pick up a paintbrush at the Maxwell Mays …

The East Providence Athletic Club (EPAC) will hold its 29th annual John J. Chalmers Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, July 25, at Triggs Memorial Golf Course in Providence. A steak dinner and …

The schedule for June includes: Fuller Creative Learning Center: • Drop-in Sewing - Mondays in June 1:30-4pm • Charity Sewing - Tuesdays in June 12:30-3pm • Life Learners: Laundry Recipes* - …

The RAS is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 second semester scholarship. A successful candidate will be awarded up to $2,000. Applicants must plan to major in a field related to museum or …

Sandie Gauthier, Teen Librarian Teen Drop In Community Service Tuesdays, June 2 & 9, 5:30-7:30 PM Fuller Creative Learning Center Drop in at Fuller Creative Learning Center for Teen Service time! …

Preschool Development Activities Mondays June 1 and 8, 10:30am at Fuller Creative Learning Center Ages 3-5 Drop by on Monday mornings for themed learning activities. Children can explore a variety of …

Smithfield, RI (May 1, 2026) - In May and June, aquatic turtles such as the eastern painted turtle and the American snapping turtle will be leaving their watery habitats of ponds, rivers, and …

Harmony Heritage Finishes 5th and Qualifies for International Contest Skye Quartet Wins Novice Quartet Award Pawtucket, RI , April 28, 2026 — Harmony Heritage, the Pawtucket, Rhode Island chapter …

April 30 marks the end of Scholarship Foundation of East Providence’s 2026 phone-a-thon campaign. All contributions received through the phone-a-thon will be distributed as scholarships this year. …

The schedule for May includes: Fuller Creative Learning Center: • Drop-in Sewing - Mondays in May 1:30-4pm (except May 25th) • Charity Sewing - Tuesdays in May 12:30-3pm • Sourdough Bread …

The Hornbine School Museum is happy to announce a number of special exhibits this season that will feature The 3 R’s: Road to Revolution in Rehoboth. We will have displays about local connections …

East Providence, RI – The City of East Providence Recreation Department announces Kindermotion’s Summer 2026 Kids Morning Out Pop-Up Camps, a series of fun-filled, active mornings designed for …