November 5, 2009

11.5-11.11 ‘09

Thursday 11.05

Kennedy Plaza

Fountain of Youth Skateboarding Night.  5-9pm $5
2 Kennedy Plaza *401.331.5544 ext.5 www.kennedyplaza.org

Novels into Film Discussion Group at Providence Place Library

The Road to Wellville. read the book & watch the movie. One book/film  per month 7-8pm
155 Empire St. *401.455.8000 www.provlib.org

Perishable Theatre

Anna Bella Eema: A Ghost Story for Three Voices. 7:30pm
5 Empire St. *401.331.2696 www.perishable.org

Trinity Rep

Shooting Star. 7:30pm
201 Washington St. *401.351.4242 www.trinityrep.com

As220

Free Speech Thursdays at AS220 featuring: Providence Poetry Slam. 8pm $4
156 Westminster St. *401.831.9327 www.as220.org

Cable Car Cinema

Beeswax. 9pm
Paris. 6:30pm
204 S. Main St. *401.272.3970 www.cablecarcinema.com

Nightly DJ Series at Local 121

Nightly DJ Series. DJs vary nightly. 11pm
121 Washington St. www.local121.com

Tazza

Harry Milloff presents “The Jazz & Funk Showcase” . On the first Thursday of each month, bassist and drummer Harry Milloff assembles a band consisting of musical legends hailing from New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and Providence to bring you a once in a lifetime musical experience 9pm
250 Westminster St. *401.421.3300 www.tazzacaffe.com

Afro-Sonic at Black Rep

10pm
276 Westminster St. *401.351.0353 www.blackrep.org

Friday 11.06

Providence Rock -n-Roll Yard Sale

Chris Daltry, owner of What Cheer Antiques and organizer of the Rock-n-Roll Yard Sale, hass arranged a great
group of music lovers, all ready to sell tons of vinyl records, other music knick-knacks, and local crafts. If you love music, be sure to check it out.
12-8pm
232 Westminster St. www.myspace.com/providencerockandrollsale

Eno Fine Wines and Spirits Public Tasting

Cahor, The Original Malbec. 4:30-6:30pm
225 Westminster St. *401.521.1200 www.enofinewines.com

Perishable Theatre

Dance Dance Party Party. 5:30pm
Anna Bella Eema: A Ghost Story for Three Voices. 7:30pm
Live Bait. 10pm
5 Empire St. *401.331.2696 www.perishable.org

Dunkin Donuts Center

Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Providence Bruins. 7:05pm $26 & $18
1 La Salle Square *401.331.0700 www.dunkindonutscenter.com

Trinity Rep

Shooting Star. 7:30pm
201 Washington St. *401.351.4242 www.trinityrep.com

As220

B Sharp Music Presents: The Glass Shivers w/ Architecture of the Sun, Geoglyphs, High Aura’d, and films by Adam Paradis. 9pm $6
156 Westminster St. *401.831.9327 www.as220.org

Cable Car Cinema

Death Force. 9 & 11pm
Bronson. 7pm
204 S. Main St. *401.272.3970 www.cablecarcinema.com

Speakeasy Music Series at Local 121

Speakeasy Music Series featuring The Bourbon Boys with opener The Rank Strangers. 9pm $5
Nightly DJ Series. DJs vary nightly. 11pm
121 Washington St. www.local121.com

Tazza

Neil Shah. 9pm
Trymstyic. 11pm
250 Westminster St. *401.421.3300 www.tazzacaffe.com

Afro-Sonic at Black Rep

10pm
276 Westminster St. *401.351.0353 www.blackrep.org

Saturday 11.07

Decorative Textile Printing at Craftland

Learn how to use fun household objects like potatoes as printing plates! Discover helpful tips
for printing on textiles. 11:30am-1:30pm Course fee $45, Materials $1o
235 Westminster St. *401.272.4285 www.craftland.myshopify.com

Providence Rock -n-Roll Yard Sale

Chris Daltry, owner of What Cheer Antiques and organizer of the Rock-n-Roll Yard Sale, has arranged a great
group of music lovers, all ready to sell tons of vinyl records, other music knick-knacks, and local crafts. If you love music, be sure to check it out.
12-6pm
232 Westminster St. www.myspace.com/providencerockandrollsale

Celebrate African Heritage at the Providence Place Library

At this third annual African Studies workshop, we will join The African Alliance of Rhode Island, Bryant University
students and professors, as well as scholars and mentors from the African community, for a day of open discussion and celebration. 1:30-4pm
155 Empire St. *401.455.8000 www.provlib.org

Cable Car Cinema

Death Force. 9 & 11pm
Bronson. 1, 3, 5 & 7pm
204 S. Main St. *401.272.3970 www.cablecarcinema.com

Trinity Rep

Shooting Star. 2 & 7:30pm
201 Washington St. *401.351.4242 www.trinityrep.com

Eno Fine Wines and Spirits Public Tasting

Ermitage du Pic St Loup. 3:30-5:30pm
225 Westminster St. *401.521.1200 www.enofinewines.com

Ass20

Eclectic Fashion 4. 7pm $10 in advance/$12 door
115 Empire St. *401.831.9327 www.as220.org

Dunkin Donuts Center

Providence College Friars vs. Stonehill (exhibition game). 7pm
1 La Salle Square *401.331.0700 www.dunkindonutscenter.com

Perishable Theatre

Anna Bella Eema: A Ghost Story for Three Voices. 7:30pm
Improv Jones. 10pm
95 Empire St. *401.331.2696 www.perishable.org

Tazza

Barry’s Night. Halloween. 9pm
250 Westminster St. *401.421.3300 www.tazzacaffe.com

Black Rep Classic Saturday

10pm
276 Westminster St. *401.351.0353 www.blackrep.org

Nightly DJ Series at Local 121

Indie-Dance Party with Gregor Mittersinker & Tim O’Keefe.  11pm
121 Washington St. *401.274.2121 www.local121.com

Sunday 11.08

Rush-Hour Class at Perishable Theatre

Rush Hour – Improvisational Tribal Belly Dance with Neylon. 10am $13 drop-in/$60 punch card of 6
Choose Your Partner Scene Study with Mark Peckham. 12pm
String-Whirled with composers Will Ayton & Robert N. Martel. 5pm
95 Empire St. *401.331.2696 www.perishable.org

Cable Car Cinema

Bronson. 1, 3, 5, 7 & 9pm
204 S. Main St. *401.272.3970 www.cablecarcinema.com

Trinity Rep

Shooting Star. 2 &  7:30pm
201 Washington St. *401.351.4242 www.trinityrep.com

Dunkin Donuts Center

Hershey Bears vs. Providence Bruins. 4:05pm $26 & $18
1 La Salle Square *401.331.0700 www.dunkindonutscenter.com

Ass20

Songwriters in the Round. 6-8pm $5
Txoka Txoka, Grooms, and Psonen. 9:30pm $6
115 Empire St. *401.831.9327 www.as220.org

Tazza

Open Mic Night hosted by Brian M. 7pm
250 Westminster St. *401.421.3300 www.tazzacaffe.com

Monday 11.09

Perishable Theatre

Playwriting with Rick Massimo. 7pm
95 Empire St. *401.331.2696 www.perishable.org

Cable Car Cinema

Fados. 7pm
Bronson. 9:30pm
204 S. Main St. *401.272.3970 www.cablecarcinema.com

Tazza

Queen of Hearts presents Photo Exhibit by April Gray. 7-10pm
I Do Like Mondays. Great drink specials, great music and movies on the wall. 9pm
250 Westminster St. *401.421.3300 www.tazzacaffe.com

Ass20

Tor Johnson Presents: Litany For The Whale and more TBA. 9pm $6
115 Empire St. *401.831.9327 www.as220.org

Nightly DJ Series at Local 121

DJs vary nightly. 10pm
121 Washington St. *401.274.2121 www.local121.com

Tuesday 11.10

Tuesday Talk Series at RISD

Tuesday Talk Series: Lines of Communication in Renaissance Europe: Michelangelo and Raphael from Florence to Rome.
1-2pm $15 per lecture for nonmembers; Free to Museum members and RISD & Brown communities. To register, contact
Deb Clemons at 401.454.6530 or dclemons@risd.edu
224 Benefit St. *401.454.6322 www.risdmuseum.org

Perishable Theatre

Rush Hour – Belly Dance with Zaharah. 5:30pm $13 drop-in/$60 punch card of 6.
Intro to Acting with Gloria Crist. 6:30pm
95 Empire St. *401.331.2696 www.perishable.org

Ass20

Life Drawing. 6-8:30pm $6
Cool World, Sean Nicholas Savage and Jasper Baydala (Quebec), and Nicolas Jaar. 9pm $6
115 Empire St. *401.831.9327 www.as220.org

Cable Car Cinema

Bronson. 7 & 9pm
204 S. Main St. *401.272.3970 www.cablecarcinema.com

Trinity Rep

Shooting Star. 7:30pm
201 Washington St. *401.351.4242 www.trinityrep.com

Tazza

Tazza Tuesday Blues! Tazza’s weekly blues evening with Sit Down Baby and a special guest. 9pm
250 Westminster St. *401.421.3300 www.tazzacaffe.com

Nightly DJ Series at Local 121

DJs vary nightly. 10pm
121 Washington St. *401.274.2121 www.local121.com

Wednesday 11.11

Handy Dandy Craft Apron at Craftland

Make a craft/utility apron with multiple pockets! We will then be making your choice of
decorative add-ons. 12-12:30pm Course fee $55/Materials $8
235 Westminster St. *401.272.4285 www.craftland.myshopify.com

Trinity Rep

Shooting Star. 2 &  7:30pm
201 Washington St. *401.351.4242 www.trinityrep.com

Ass20

Financial Planning for Artists Workshop. 5:30-7pm Free
Behaviors, Lights, Talking About Commas, and Allysen Callery. 9pm $7
115 Empire St. *401.831.9327 www.as220.org

Perishable Theatre

Rush Hour – Modern Dance with Nikki Carrara. 5:30pm $13 drop-in/$60 punch card of 6.
95 Empire St. *401.331.2696 www.perishable.org

Cable Car Cinema

Leave No Solider. 7 & 9pm
204 S. Main St. *401.272.3970 www.cablecarcinema.com

Dunkin Donuts Center

Stars Wars in Concert. 7:30pm $75, $55, & $35
1 La Salle Square *401.331.0700 www.dunkindonutscenter.com

Latin, Jazz, Salsa w/Carlos De Leon at Black Rep

Salsa lessons with Sydonee Harris. 8pm Free
Latin, jazz, salsa dance party w/ Carlos De Leon. 9pm $5/$10 after midnight/18+
276 Westminster St. *401.351.0353 www.blackrep.org

Tazza

Saving My Calories for Beer. An evening of Country Music featuring Chad Burdick and guests. 9pm
250 Westminster St. *401.421.3300 www.tazzacaffe.com

Trivaoakee at Fatty McGee’s

A twist on the normal Karaoke. Prizes all night long.
Every Wednesday. 9pm-12:3am
55 Union St. *401. 831-FATT myspace.com/fattymcgee

Speakeasy Series at Local 121

Speakeasy Series featuring Benefit for Marriage Equality RI with Catie Curtis. 8pm $25
Nightly DJ Series. DJs vary nightly. 10pm
121 Washington St. *401.274.2121 www.local121.com

September 14, 2009

Rush Hour Fire on Washington Street

by Abby Saunders

A fire broke out at 100 Washington Street in Downtown Providence this afternoon.  What is rumored to be an electrical fire burned the second and third floor units on the East side of the building, leaving the West side seemingly unharmed.

Black smoke poured into the Providence skyline around 4:30pm this afternoon, and eighteen emergency vehicles filled the streets within minutes.  The fire was contained quickly by Providence firefighters, leaving them to sort through the wreckage.

The building contains four units on the second and third floor, and several businesses on the ground floor, including Downtown Liquors. Keep reading →

September 10, 2009

Local Photographer Shoots the Sky

by Abby Saunders

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Peter Green! Green, a Providence photographer, has made a name for himself with his Downcity Hawk exhibit, picturing the Red-Tailed Hawk that hunts in Burnside Park most winters and perches high on the State House.

This fall, Green announces his newest exhibit Providence Falcons, featuring a pairing of Peregrine falcons and their offspring, set against the Providence skyline.
Keep reading →

August 27, 2009

Creperie – Best European Cuisine

Since its opening in 1996, Creperie off of Thayer Street has built up what the owner, Leslie Albuquerque, calls somewhat of a “cult following.”  Because of its proximity to Brown University’s campus, Creperie is a student favorite with alumni returning long after they graduate to get their fix of crepes, smoothies and wraps.  Most of the crepes have girls’ names, like Betty, Connie, Nori, Jeanne, and combine classic favorites, such as nutella and strawberries or scrambled egg, baked ham and swiss;  with brave daily specials, such as the Jess a.k.a. “French s’more” with marshmallow, chocolate & graham cracker. Keep reading →

August 20, 2009

August 6, 2009

Kabob and Curry – Best Asian Cuisine

by Abby Saunders

Atop College Hill on famed Thayer Street in Providence, is Kabob and Curry.  This Indian cuisine favorite has been a staple of the area for twenty-two years, and word on the street is that they ‘never disappoint.’

Tucked neatly next to Nice Slice and across from the Avon movie theatre, Kabob and Curry has a reputation as a favorite among locals and students, leaving it buzzing with activity most times of day. Keep reading →

July 23, 2009

Don Jose Tequilas – Best ‘South of the Border’

Nestled in the foodie hotspot of Federal Hill is Don Jose’ Tequilas, a Mexican cuisine gem, bursting with quaint character, traditional dishes and a deep appreciation for a drink steeped with the flavors of history, Tequila.

Welcomed out of the misty summer drizzle by Don Jose Tequilas’ staff, I was seated amongst the warm decor, wooden accents and lantern light.  The brick exterior, that on nicer evenings seats several tables, gives little clue to the transformation you will experience when walking in.  Once inside, the atmosphere is cozy and filled with the faint aromas of spice.  A definite versatile style, both classy and comfortable, gave me the feeling that had I brought a date, or family visiting the city, business dinner, or even just a friend for a casual after-work drink, this would have been a good choice.

Keep reading →

July 16, 2009

BSC Works it Out Downcity

The Boston Sports Club may be part of one of the top three corporate fitness companies in the nation, but their focus on Downcity’s growing community has made them into the neighborhood gym we never had. For those of us who live and work Downcity, excuses for not eating our veggies and going to the gym are becoming slimmer. With Downcity’s only food market, Gourmet Heaven, opening up on Weybossett last month and the Boston Sports Club, opening this past January several blocks away on Dorrance, Downcity folks can now have a more convenient and healthier lifestyle without leaving the area code. Keep reading →

July 10, 2009

RI World of Flavors Ticket Winner Announced!

Congratulations to Concetta Archer, the winner of 2 tickets to this Sunday’s World of Flavors Restaurant Competition!

RI WORLD OF FLAVORS
This Sunday, 1-6pm
Providence Skating Center

Last Chance to Buy Tickets Online and Get $10 Off! Just type in the code “Downcity” when ordering. www.riworldofflavors.com

Keep reading →

July 9, 2009

World of Flavors Spices up Downcity

QuickWhatsUp.com is proud to launch the first multicultural culinary competition in Rhode Island this Sunday from 1-6pm at the Bank of America Skating Center. The World of Flavors Competition will showcase a broad cross-section of Rhode Island restaurants as they compete a $15,000 prize package. Restaurants from around the state will sample their food to up to 1,000 voters who will pick the winner in each category: Americana, South of the Border, European & Mediterranean, and Asian & Indian. The event, hosted by Shawn Tempesta of the Rhode Show on Fox Providence and featuring music by Spogga, will kick off Providence Restaurant Weeks (July 12-25).

Live Downcity readers use the code “Downcity” to get $10 off tickets! Visit www.riworldofflavors.com

WIN 2 FREE TICKETS! Just tell us what your favorite thing is about Downcity Providence. Post  your answer in a comment on this blog post or on twitter at www.twitter.com/livedowncity.  The winners will be announced via twitter and livedowncity.com Friday, July 10th at noon.

July 2, 2009

Sound Session is Upon Us.

For a complete Sound Session Schedule, visit www.providencesoundsession.com

July 2, 2009

New Movies on the Block Schedule Announced!

The incessant rainfal so far this summer has really shaken up the MOTB schedule, but to keep it fresh and exciting, they’ve announced a few changes. The newest additions include, Anchorman, Outside Providence, Ghostbusters, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Fifth Element, and more.  Hope for sunnier days and milder nights, and we’ll see you every Thursday for Movies on the Block.

June 25, 2009

You asked for it. Now what do you saaaay? “Thank you Craftland.”

An Interview with Deb Dormody of Craftland

by Abby Saunders

One thing we look forward to each holiday season is Craftland, the shiny, sparkly, amazing collective craft sale that is only here for one month. And, the thing we’ve realized is that one month…is not nearly long enough. So, Craftland heard our cries for hand-made items at our fingertips all year.  It’s better than Etsy…It’s better than cake…It’s a year-round Craftland Store!

And chatting with us about their new store to open in August at 235 Westminster Street is Deb Dormody, one of the lovely and talented coordinators behind Craftland: Keep reading →

June 25, 2009

Visit us at the Downtown Providence Living Tour

This Saturday, June 27th, Live Downcity will be setting up camp in Grant’s Block, on the corner of Union and Westminster Streets during the first Downtown Providence Living Tour from noon-5pm. The tour is free, and takes you on an open tour of 7 residential properties around Downtown, including lofts, apartments and condos.  You can sign up at www.providencedowntown.com or just drop in.  Be sure to stop by the Live Downcity tent in order to pick up info on what’s happening around Downcity, as well as a special print edition just for the occasion.

June 25, 2009

RI World of Flavors Announces Participating Restaurants

The World of Flavors Competition, coming to the Bank of America Skating Center on July 12th has announced its list of participating restaurants.  Restaurants compete for a winner in each category, including Americana, Asian, European/Mediterranean, and South of the Border.  Winners receive a $15,000 prize package, and are chosen by over 1,000 voters.

QuickWhatsUp.com brings you this multicultural culinary competition.  The event, hosted by Shawn Tempesta of the Rhode Show on Fox Providence and featuring music by Spogga, will kick off Providence Restaurant Weeks (July 12-25) on Sunday July 12th at the Providence Skating Center. For tickets and the chance to sample some of Rhode Island’s best restaurants, visit www.riworldofflavors.com
Keep reading →

June 17, 2009

Market Grand Opening Thursday, June 18th!

by Abby Saunders

We waited patiently as New Haven-based grocer Gourmet Heaven readied to open their doors as the only market in Downcity. Residents have shopped for their groceries creatively until now, and with the opening of this market comes the beginning of a new era of living more comfortably Downcity. Keep reading →

June 17, 2009

CVS Pharmacy Opens Downcity

C VS Pharmacy opened its doors and now serves as Downcity’s only pharmacy. Residents have been waiting for this conveniently located CVS store/pharmacy to open for the good part of this past year.

With a street-level location, the public is able to easily access the store via the skybridge, connected to the RI Convention Center and the Westin Hotel, via the sidewalk in front of Providence Place or through the Providence Place Mall. With plenty of parking in the mall’s parking garage and close proximity to many of Downcity’s residential properties and office buildings, the pharmacy is a convenient and necessary new addition to Downcity living.

June 17, 2009

A Good Sign

by Abby Saunders

Vintage sign outside Providence Optical on Weybosset Street.

Let’s face it. If you’re not a local, finding your way around Providence can be a character building experience. Local shops, boutiques, businesses and landlords are solving this problem the good old-fashioned way, with signage.

On a recent stroll through Downcity, I was excited to see some new, fun signage adorning local shops. One sign in particular caught my eye, no pun intended. Providence Optical, located at 75 Weybosset Street, has recently hung an eye-catching sign from their historic storefront. Found at an antique store, the vintage sign looks as if it was made for the ecclectic optical store, that often houses sculptures in its windows and carries an assortment of wild frames. Keep reading →

June 11, 2009

Tour 7 Downtown Properties in One Afternoon…

Are you thinking of leaving behind the sprawl, packing up your belongings and moving from the burbs to the city?  Or, maybe, you’ve just always wanted to live in lovely Downtown Providence.  Either way, now is your chance.  The Providence Foundation, Live Downcity and the Downtown Neighborhood Alliance are collaborating with seven Downtown and surrounding properties to bring you a comprehensive tour of available residential space. Keep reading →

June 11, 2009

Providence Art Festival this Saturday

Come Downcity for the Providence Art Festival this Saturday, June 13th from 10:30am-5:30pm.  With food, drink, live local bands, and over 100 local artisans, the Providence Art Fest promises to be a sweet Saturday afternoon find.  Providence will be hopping with the Mayor’s conference and Waterfire, so come early!  Westminster Street, from Eddy to Mathewson Streets will be closed for the event.  For more info, visit shopdowncity.com.