Burnside Park, photo by Jef Nickerson for gcpvd.org
The city has been working in recent month on short term moves, and long term planning to improve what they are calling the Greater Kennedy Plaza area. That work has begun to manifest itself over recent weeks.
On Thursday’s in recent weeks, food has been served in Burnside […]
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Greater Kennedy Plaza
Published by Jef Nickerson June 12th, 2008 in Arts, Culture, Downcity, Events, Food, Mayor's Office, Parks/Open Space and Quality of Life. 0 CommentsJunkanoo @ RISD
Published by Jef Nickerson May 11th, 2008 in Arts, Colleges/Universities, Culture, East Side, Events and Video. 0 CommentsBahamian performers Junkanoo visited RISD this weekend performing at the spring block party on Benefit Street today. Above is a short video clip and below are a few photos from today’s festivities.
Photos and video by Jef Nickerson for gcpvd.org
The Steel Yard Fundraiser
Published by Jef Nickerson May 8th, 2008 in Arts, Culture, Events and Other Organizations. 0 CommentsClick to view event poster
From the Steel Yard:
From May 15-18, 2008 the Steel Yard throws open its gates for “Works in Progress,” their most ambitious fundraiser to date.
This year’s adventure will offer an exciting and unusual menu of opportunities with something for all ages, varied interests and any ability to pay. From the no-fee […]
VIDEO: Providence Fruit & Produce Warehouse
Published by Jef Nickerson January 15th, 2008 in Arts, Buildings, Demolition, Graffiti, Preservation, Snow and Video. 0 CommentsI found this video of the Providence Fruit & Produce Warehouse by John DeVault on YouTube.
Bright Night ‘08
Published by Jef Nickerson December 29th, 2007 in Arts, Culture, Downcity and Events. 0 CommentsVisit Bright Night’s website for information on Providence’s New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Also check out the BrightNightBlog for timely updates on what’s happening New Year’s Eve.
And of course, Providence Daily Dose will keep you up-to-date on all the happenings in the City-State this weekend.
PBN talks about the economic impact of Bright Night.
Craftland!
Published by Jef Nickerson November 19th, 2007 in Arts, Downcity, Events, Quality of Life and Retail. 0 CommentsImage from Craftland Flickr Pool
Craftland is back, running December 1st though 22nd with an Opening Party November 30th.
Craftland is an annual holiday sale in Providence, RI that celebrates all kinds of handmade objects and the people who make them.
Craftland 2007 is located at 235 Westminster Street. We will be open from December 1-22, 2007. Check […]
Celebrate the Smokestack
Published by Jef Nickerson August 22nd, 2007 in Arts, Buildings, Culture, Events, Neighborhoods, Olneyville, Preservation, Redevelopment and West Side. 0 CommentsFrom The Plant:
Join us at The Plant, 60 Valley Street, Providence, RI 02909 on August 30, 2007 starting at 4:30 pm to celebrate the completion of The Smokestack Project and dedicate Gillian Christy’s artwork “Embrace”. We sincerely thank everyone for supporting this new symbol of life on Valley Street and at The Plant!
Please RSVP by […]
Westminster Street Soireé
Published by Jef Nickerson May 22nd, 2007 in Arts, Downcity and Events. 0 CommentsBright Night Providence 2007
Published by Jef Nickerson December 28th, 2006 in Arts, Culture, Downcity and Events. 0 CommentsRing in the New Year Downcity with Bright Night Providence. Check out the Event Schedule or get the latest news from the Bright Night Blog.
Local Holiday Arts Events
Published by Jef Nickerson December 1st, 2006 in Arts, Culture, Downcity and Neighborhoods. 0 CommentsBelow are just a few of the many great arts events happening in the next few weeks. These all present great opportunities to get some holiday shopping done and support local artists.
Craftland
An annual holiday sale that celebrates all kinds of handmade objects and the people who make them. This year Craftland will open […]
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