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l15th Annual Providence Boat Show
Jan. 3– 6: The 14th Annual Providence Boat Show is one of the largest Winter Boat Shows in New England featuring Fishing and Cruising Powerboats as well as Cruising and Racing Sailboats. Plus, equipment and services for all your boating needs. With two side-by-side locations there is over 240,000 sq. feet of exhibitor space. More than 280 exhibitors with over 300 boats ranging in size from 8 to 47 feet on display at both the Dunkin Donut Center and the Convention Center along with kayaks, inflatables, and accessories. Plus, services, such as financing, insurance, storage, surveying, repair and maintenance. Also, there will be demonstrations, seminars, and workshops, a Charter Fishing Center with fishing seminars. In-door parking on the site. Thurs.-Fri. Noon-10 p.m./Sat.10 a.m.-10 p.m./Sun.10 a.m.-6 p.m. RI Convention Center, Exchange Street, Providence, 401-846-1115, www.providenceboatshow.com.

FMX Freestyle Motocross
Jan. 4– 5: This high-flying, daredevil display of aerial acrobatics leaves spectators gasping for breath, as they soar more then 30 feet in the air while flying from ramp to landing over 70 feet. This adrenaline pumping display provides the most extreme form of family entertainment for children and adults of all ages to enjoy. Tickets through Ticketmaster. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq., Providence, 401-331-6700, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

John Brown House Museum Tours
Jan. 4–March 29: John Brown House Museum and Gift Shop is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. with tours of the house starting at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. Tour and school groups can schedule tours at other times. John Brown House Museum, 52 Power St., Providence, 401-273-7507, www.rihs.org.

South County Bridal Show
Jan. 6: View displays of beautiful wedding sites, talk with caterers and sample their food, see portfolios by outstanding photographers, choose gifts and wedding favors, look at gowns displayed by strolling models, find out about various B & B’s in the area and other local vendors for your South County wedding. All attendees will be entered into a drawing for a bridal gown and other prizes. Brides will receive a complimentary copy of the South County Wedding Planner and the 2008 issue of Southern New England Weddings magazine. Admission is $10 with pre-registration or $12 at the door. Pre-Registration deadline is 4 pm, Friday, January 4, 2008. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Towers, 35 Ocean Rd., Narragansett, 401-789-4422, www.southcountyri.com.
  
Game Night
Jan. 9: Earn points to claim prizes! Wed. 6 p.m.–9 p.m. Ocean State Harley-Davidson, Inc., 5 Albany Road, Warwick, 401-781-6866, www.oceanstatehd.com.

PC Basketball vs. Rutgers
Jan. 9: Providence College men’s basketball takes on Rutgers at the Dunk. Time TBA. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

Tour Guide Training at John Brown House Museum
Jan. 9–Feb. 27: Would you like to join the staff of tour guides at the John Brown House Museum, gain valuable knowledge about Rhode Island history, and meet dynamic and motivated people at the same time? Tour guide training led by Rhode Island Historical Society staff will begin Wednesday January 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Training sessions will continue for the next six consecutive Wednesdays until February 27. Please contact Dan Santos to RSVP. Also ask about upcoming additional training for the SummerWalks walking tours this summer! Wednesdays, 10am-12:30pm. John Brown House Museum, 52 Power St., Providence, 401-273-7507 x60, www.rihs.org.

Providence Bruins vs. Worcester
Jan. 10: Providence Bruins take on the Worcester Sharks. 7 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

3rd annual 24-Hour Play Festival
Jan. 12: Features plays written, rehearsed and performed all in the short span of 24 hours. The show is sure to lead to hilarious improvised moments and some good old family fun. Seating is limited so reserve your tickets ($5 each) online now. Saturday, Jan. 12 at 8 p.m. Kingston Free Library, 2605 Kingstown Rd., Kingston, 401-486-9791, www.courthousetheater.com.

A Celebration of Twelfth Night
Jan. 12– 13: Delightful combination of music & theater filled with festive pageantry in celebration of the end of Christmas. Great for the whole family. Weekend shows at 1, 4 and 8 p.m. Sat-Sun 1pm–4pm & 8pm. Chorus of Westerly, 119 High Street, Westerly, 401-596-8663, www.chorusofwesterly.org.

Concert: The Mars Volta
Jan. 12: The Mars Volta performs, debuting material from upcoming album, “The Bedlam in Goliath.” Tickets at etix.com.6:30 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

Eight to the Bar
Jan. 12: Come Celebrate Eight to the Bar’s CD Release “Calling All Ickeroos” For a night of Swing 8pm-11:45 p.m. The German American Cultural society, 78 Carter Ave, Pawtucket, 401-965-0849, www.salsrbclub.com.

Golden Dragon Acrobats
Jan. 12: Tickets: $30, $25, $20 Sat 7:30 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

PC Basketball vs. South Florida
Jan. 12: Providence College men’s basketball takes on the University of South Florida Bulls at the Dunk. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

Philharmoic Classical Concert
Jan. 12: Program includes Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5 and Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1. VMA Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, 401-248-7000, www.riphil.org.

3rd Annual Thayers Family and Friends Silent Art Auction and Exhibition
Jan. 12–Feb. 12: A Silent art auction and exhibition to benefit The Tomorrow Fund which helps children with cancer and their families. Thayer passed away at the age of 2 from a brain tumor. Artwork of all styles has been donated by Thayer’s family and local Newport artists. 100% of the proceeds are given to The Tomorrow Fund. Saturday 5pm until 8pm. Cadeaux Du Monde, 26 Mary St, Newport, 401-848-0550, www.cadeauxdumonde.com.

Maxwell Mays Gallery & Dodge House Gallery: Members Exhibition 2008
Jan. 13–Feb. 1: Art Exhibition Mon.- Fri. 1 p.m.–6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Providence Art Club, 11 Thomas Street, Providence, 401-331-1114, www.providenceartclub.org.

Providence Bruins vs. Springfield
Jan. 13: Providence Bruins take on the Springfield Falcons. 7 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

URI Basketball vs. Duquesne
Jan. 13: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on Duquesne at The Ryan Center. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

“Inheriting the Trade” Book Signing by Author Tom DeWolf
Jan. 14: “Inheriting the Trade”, a companion book to the movie “Traces of the Trade”, is Tom DeWolf’s powerful and disarmingly honest memoir of the journey during which ten DeWolf family members retraced the steps of their slave-trading ancestors and uncovered the hidden history of the slave trade in New England. Their journey through the notorious Triangle Trade from New England to West Africa to Cuba forced them to confront the horrors of slavery for the first time. It also inspired Tom DeWolf to contend with the complicated legacy that continues to affect black and white Americans, Africans and Cubans today. 7:30 PM. Linden Place Ballroom, 500 Hope St., Bristol, 401-253-0390, www.lindenplace.org.

Concert: Wyclef Jean
Jan. 14: Wyclef Jean performs, with Lyfe Jennings. Tickets at etix.com. 9 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

 Concert: Wu-Tang Clan
Jan. 16: Wu-Tang Clan performs. 9 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

2008 Newell D. Goff Lecture
Jan. 17: Elizabeth Stevens, Ph.D., editor of Rhode Island History, Sandra Enos, Ph.D., Bryant University associate professor, and Pierre Morenon, Ph.D., associate professor of anthropology at Rhode Island College, will examine how the Rhode Island State Home and School for Children allows for the reconstruction of critical pieces of history and culture, such as ideas on childhood, child raising practices, institutional structures, and landscape design. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and please stay for a reception after the program. Please contact Dalila Goulart to RSVP. 7 p.m. Aldrich House, 110 Benevolent St., Providence, 401-331-8575 ext. 45, www.rihs.org.

Excellence in Mentoring Awards
Jan. 17: RI Mentoring Partnership, Honorary Chair, Governor Donald Carcieri and Keynote speaker, Attorney General Patrick Lynch will honor those who have mentored children throughout Rhode Island. The event is free and open to the public. 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Rhodes on The Pawtuxet, Rhodes Avenue, Cranston, 732-7700, www.mentorRI.org.

1964 The Tribute
Jan. 18– 19: The World’s #1 Oldies Band! Tickets: $35, $30, & $25 Fri–Sat 8:00 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Sq, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

Blood From a Turnip
Jan. 18: Perishable Theatre, Rhode Islands Research and Development Theatre, presents Blood from a Turnip, Rhode Islands oldest late night adult puppet salon! Following a fool-proof recipe of short form puppet shows peppered with charming and personable musical interludes, Januarys BfaT will feature: Emmy Beans War Bride, Sarah Frechette, Short works from the Perishable Theatre Arts School Puppet Lab for Adults and a new piece by Evan O’Television. 10 p.m. Perishable Theatre, 95 Empire St., Providence, 401-331-2695 X108, www.perishable.org.

Geno Delafose & French Rockin Boogie
Jan. 18: Straight up from Louisiana Geno Delafose is a staple on the national Zydeco circuitone of the most versatile musicians in South Louisiana.”–the Smithsonian/PBS Television documentary “...the young hope of traditional zydeco.”–The Boston Herald 8pm-11:45pm. The German American Cultural Society, 78 Carter Ave, Pawtucket, 401-965-0849, www.salsrbclub.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Lowell
Jan. 18: Providence Bruins take on the Lowell Devils. 7 p.m. The first 4,000 fans will receive a P-Bruins hat. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence`, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Rent
Jan. 18– 20: The Theatrical experience that changed Broadway forever. Whether it’s your first time or your 100th time, it’s time you checked out RENT! The winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize, RENT is about being young, learning to survive, and falling in love, finding your voice, and living for today. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Southern New England Honors Band Festival
Jan. 18– 19: Friday: URI Faculty College Concert. Saturday: Honors Band Concert. 6:30 p.m. Fri; 7 p.m. Sat. URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd, Kingston, 401-874-2431.

Providence Bruins vs. Hartford
Jan. 20: Providence Bruins take on the Hartford Wolfpack. 4 p.m. The first 2,000 fans will receive an 11x17 poster of T.J. Trevelyan. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Ranger Days
Jan. 20: In conjunction with the John H. Chaffee Blackstone River National Heritage Corridor, the Museum of Work & Culture is pleased to host another year of Ranger Days! The 2008 season kicks off with a talk by Erik Eckilson entitled The Neighborhoods of Woonsocket. Ranger Days are FREE and open to the public. Please contact Ray Bacon to RSVP. 1:30pm. Museum of Work & Culture, 42 South Main St., Woonsocket, 401-769-9675, www.rihs.org.

Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan. 21: Back by popular demand, the Museum presents Valerie Tutson and Rochel Coleman performing their powerful M.L.K.; Amazing Grace at 11:30 AM, 1:00 and 2:30 PM. These storytellers and actors bring history to life through stories and songs as they portray Civil Rights activists Rosa Parks, Ralph Abernathy and more. Families can also explore an exhibit of photographs, words and books describing Dr. Kings life and work and take part in an anti-discrimination activity. 11:30 a.m., 1:00 and 2:30 p.m. Providence Children’s Museum, 100 South St, Providence, 401-273-5437, www.childrenmuseum.org.

Concert: Ani Difranco
Jan. 22: Ani Difranco performs, with Anais Mitchell. 8 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St, Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

Disney’s High School Musical–The Ice Tour
Jan. 22– 23: The hottest phenomenon is now on ice! Disney’s High School Musical: The Ice Tour is the one and only live fusion of songs, dance and team-spirited fun inspired by the smash hit Disney Channel Original Movie “High School Musical” and this summer’s highly anticipated “High School Musical 2.” Get’cha head in the game and celebrate the sounds, the songs, the bop and the pop in this all-new ice show starring a cast of world-class skaters. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-331-2211, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

Kick N’ Chili Night
Jan. 23: Chili Cookoff and Country Line Dancing. Wed. 6 p.m.–9 p.m. Ocean State Harely-Davidson, Inc., 5 Albany Road, Warwick, 401-781-6866, www.oceanstatehd.com.

URI Basketball vs. George Washington
Jan. 23: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on the George Washington Colonials at The Ryan Center. 7 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

2008 Northeast International Auto Show
Jan. 24– 27: The Rhode Island Convention Center will be transformed into an automotive paradise with highway carpet, roadway signs and hanging traffic lights. Featuring hundreds of 2008-model vehicles, the show will offer an up-close look at the future of automotive design and the latest technological advancements. The show offers something for everyone, including the latest in hybrid technology, concept cars, sports cars, motorcycles and more! Thurs & Fri 12noon-10pm, Sat 10 am–10 pm, Sun 10 am -6 pm. Rhode Island Convention Center, One Sabin St, Providence, 717-671-4300, www.ProvidenceAutoShow.com.

PC Basketball vs. Seton Hall
Jan. 24: Providence College men’s basketball takes on Seton Hall at the Dunk. 7 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

“The Pillowman”
Jan. 24–Feb. 24: From award-winning Anglo-Irish playwright Martin McDonagh, a viciously funny and seriously disturbing tale in which humor and pathos take center stage. Various. The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St, Pawtucket, 401-723-4266, www.gammtheatre.org.

“Richard III”
Jan. 25–March 2: In four hundred years, Richards met no rivals: an anti-hero so brilliant, we cant help but admire his ruthless ascension to the throne. Much more than a history play, Richard III charts the soul of charismatic leaders utterly free of conscience, legal or moral constraint, and foreshadows the tyrants to come. A political thriller of epic proportions, this is the definitive portrait of powers seduction and its ultimate price. Varies. Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington St, Providence, 401-351-4242, www.trinityrep.com.

Concert: G. Love & Special Sauce
Jan. 25: G. Love & Special Sauce performs. Also playing, The Wood Brothers. Tickets online at Etix.com.
8:30 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.
Providence Bruins vs. Springfield
Jan. 25: Providence Bruins take on the Springfield Falcons. 7 p.m. The first 5,000 fans will receive a Dunkin’ Donuts mug. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Concert: WBRU Cheap Date
Jan. 26: Monty Are I is joined by an all-Rhode Island line-up that includes The Invite, Leah Stargazing and Jump Jump Juliet. Tickets under $10 through etix.com. (pre-order only) 7 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

Harvey Robbins’ Royalty of Doo-Wopp & Rock ‘N Roll
Jan. 26: The biggest Doo-Wopp and Rock “Oldies But Goodies” concert of them all is coming to PPAC for a gala Doo-Wopp Hall Of Fame of America© spectacular that will have you dancing in the aisles and re-living teenage memories! Featuring The Belmonts (“Teenager in Love,” “I Wonder Why,” “Runaround Sue”); Gene Pitt and the Jive Five (“My True Story,” “I’m a Happy Man,” “What Time is it?”); The Fleetwoods with original lead singer Gary Troxel (“Come Softly to Me,” “I’m Mr. Blue,” “Tragedy”); Bobby Lewis (“Tossin’ and Turnin’”) and more. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-2997, www.ppacri.org.

WWE Supershow
Jan. 26: WWE presents SUPERSHOW! Live from the Dunkin Donuts Center. The entire WWE roster invades Providence. Includes WWE Championship rematch between Chris Jericho and Randy Orton. 8 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq., Providence, 401-331-6700, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

Jeanne Stark-Lochmans, piano
Jan. 27: The Adams Foundation Piano Recital Series returns for its third consecutive season with a winter concert by Jeanne Stark-Iochmans, who will prove her renown as an interpreter of classical musics most challenging repertoire for the piano. Sunday, 2:30pm. Sapinsley Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

Museum Concerts presents: Quince
Jan. 27: Classical Concert: Festive court music from France: Vocal & Instrumental. Music from the regins of Louis 13th & 14th played on period instruments. Sun. 3:30 p.m. St. Martins Church, 50 Orchard Avenue, Providence, 401-621-6123, www.museumconcerts.org.

Monty Python’s Spamalot
Jan. 29–Feb. 3: The outrageous new musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic Monty Python and The Holy Grail. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

URI Basketball vs. Richmond
Jan. 30: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on the Richmond Spiders at The Ryan Center. 7 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

Concert: Neko Case
Feb. 1: Neko Case performs. Tickets through etix.com.
9 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

On Golden Pond
Feb. 1–10: A retired New England professor and his wife Ethel spend one final summer at the family’s lakeside cottage. The arrival of their daughter and her fianc’s young son sparks a humorous and heartwarming tale of colliding generations. Friday & Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2pm. Jenks Junior High School Auditorium, 350 Division Street, Pawtucket, (401) 726-6860, www.thecommunictyplayers.org.

University Artist Series: “Trio Actuel”
Feb. 1: Featuring URI jazz faculty member Eric Platz, percussion. An evening of acoustic jazz, French café, and other world music influences. 8 p.m. URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd, Kingston, 401-874-2431.

Annual Ground Hog Day Census
Feb. 2: Do you want to be counted as an island resident? Then make a trip out to the island go to the Albion and you will be included in the Block Island Annual Census. Saturday 5 pm–11 pm. Albion, Ocean Ave, Block Island, 800 383-2474, www.blockislandchamber.com.

PC Basketball vs. West Virginia
Feb. 2: Providence College men’s basketball takes on West Virginia at the Dunk. TBA. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

RIMEA Jazz Festival
Feb. 2: Rhode Island area high school and middle school jazz bands perform before a panel of judges. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd, Kingston, 401-874-2431.

Shrek The Third
Feb. 2: Part of the Big Screen Movie Series. Free admission. Sat 7:00 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

URI Basketball vs. Dayton
Feb. 2: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on the Dayton Flyers at The Ryan Center. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

URI Jazz Faculty Recital
Feb. 2: Joseph Parillo, coordinator. 8 p.m. URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd, Kingston, 401-874-2431.

Dodge House Gallery: Thomas Morrissey
Feb. 3–22: Art Exhibition Mon.–Fri. 1 p.m.–6 p.m. Sat.–Sun. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Providence Art Club, 11 Thomas Street, Providence, 401-331-1114, www.providenceartclub.org.

Maxwell Mays Gallery: Open Painting 2008
Feb. 3–22: Art Exhibition: Annual open Juried Competition–entries fro nationwide. Juror TBD. Mon.–Fri. 1 p.m.–4 p.m., Sat.–Sun. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Providence Art Club, 11 Thomas Street, Providence, 401-331-1114, www.providenceartclub.org.

Providence Bruins vs. Worcester
Feb. 3: Providence Bruins take on the Worcester Sharks. 2 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Ranger Days
Feb. 3: Today, join us for a presentation and lecture entitled The Making and Remaking of Slatersville: From the Slaters to Henry P. Kendall. The lecture will be presented by Gray Fitzsimons, former historian from the Lowell National Park. Ranger Days are FREE and open to the public. Please RSVP to Ray Bacon. 1:30pm. Museum of Work & Culture, 42 South Main Street, Woonsocket, 401- 769-9675, www.rihs.org.

Muir String Quartet with guest Edwin Barker, bass
Feb. 4: The Muir String Quartet Peter Zazofsky, violin Lucia Lin, violin Steven Ansell, viola Michael Reynolds, cello The Muir String Quartet returns for their 15th consecutive year as the keystone of the President’s music Series. Their second concert of the season welcomes guest Edwin Barker, bass and will include: Mozart: String Quartet in F Major, K. 168, Mendelssohn: String Quartet in A minor, Op. 13, and Dvorak: Bass String Quintet in G Major, Op. 77 Monday, 8:00pm. Sapinsley Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.
PC Basketball vs. DePaul
Feb. 5: Providence College men’s basketball takes on DePaul at the Dunk. TBA. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

February Education Nights
Feb. 6–27: Education Nights are designed to address the varied interests of high adventure enthusiasts! A refreshment time will precede each night’s program. February 6,13,20,27 6 p.m.–9 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m.–9 p.m. Ocean State Harley-Davidson, Inc., 5 Albany Road, Warwick, 401-781-6866, www.oceanstatehd.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Milwaukee
Feb. 6: Providence Bruins take on the Milwaukee Admirals. 7 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Westerly Arts Night
Feb. 6: Downtown galleries and studios open in unison to exhibit new works. First Wednesday of every month. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Artists Cooperative Gallery, 12 High St., Westerly, 401-596-2221, www.westerlyarts.com.

The Parsons Dance Company
Feb. 7: David Parsons, former lead dancer with The Paul Taylor Dance Company, founded Parsons Dance Company with lighting designer Howell Binkley in 1987. The Company has thrilled audiences around the world with an abundance of new, high-energy, high-leaping works and original, commissioned musical scores and theatrical designs. The Parsons Dance Company offers huge helpings of personality and New York energy and promises to entertain you as no other modern dance company can. “Parsons Dance has found a recipe for thrilling audiences: Mix a variegated array of pleasing music; springy, athletic movement; traces of mischievous wit; and go-for-broke dancers. Stir into legible, well-crafted structure. Spice sparingly.” The Village Voice Thursday, 8:00pm. Auditorium in Roberts Hall at RIC, 600 Mount Pleasant Ave, Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

“Remember Me?”
Feb. 8–March 30: Mary and Brian have been married a long time. Theri children are grown and out of the house. Mary and Brian pride themselves on their ideal marriage and being best friends–and then Mary’s olf college boyfriend shows up (or does he??)–and Brian goes into a rage! It’s about fantasy, jealousy, and when a marriage gets to be where you are just best friends! “A fast moving, laugh filled comedy ~ Entertainment for the most discriminating taste” “You may want to see it again- and again!” Varies. Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Restaurant, 102-104 Connell Highway, Newport, 401-848-PLAY, www.newportplayhouse.com.

Concert: Down
Feb. 8: Down-NOLA performs. Tickets at etix.com. 8:30 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

Masters Triple Bill
Feb. 8–10: A thrilling triple-bill of world class dance by three of the best choreographers: Victor Plotnikov’s “Coma”; Agnes DeMille’s “Rodeo”; and Anthony Tudor’s “The Leaves are Fading”. Fri, Sat at 7:30 pm; Sun 2:30 pm. VMA Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, 401-272-4VMA, www.festivalballet.com.

Masters of Motion: De Mille, Plotnkov and Tudor
Feb. 8–10: A wonderful way to get in the mood for Valentines Day, Festival Ballet Providence presents an engaging trio of paramount works by acclaimed choreographers, opening the senses to multiple styles, emotions and romance. As part of Tudors worldwide celebration of Tudors 100th birthday, Festival Ballet performs Antony Tudors The Leaves are Fading, one of his finest works, a reminiscence of past loves. Truly romantic. Viktor Plotnikovs bold, emotional Coma elicited gasps from audiences as the curtain opened, and rave reviews from critics. From the choreographer of the ground breaking musical Oklahoma, Agnes De Milles celebrated Rodeo brings thrilling dance and cowpoke excitement to the stage. Friday 7:30, Saturday 7:30, Sunday 2:30 pm. VMA Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, 401.272.4862, www.festivalballet.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Hartford
Feb. 8: Providence Bruins take on the Hartford Wolf Pack. 7 p.m. The first 3,000 fans will receive a black cotton winter hat featuring the Providence Bruins logo. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Shamou, the legendary Persian Percussionist
Feb. 8: Shamou’s drumming career began at an early age in his native Iran. He began his formal music training in Tehran, studied with teachers from the Royal College of Music in London and completed his training at Berklee College of Music in Boston. This performance is in conjunction with the URI Jazz & World Music Festival. Fri. 8 p.m. URI Fine Arts Center–Concert Hall, 105 Upper College Road, Kingston, 401-847-2627, www.uri.edu/greatperformances.

Dancing with the Stars
Feb. 9: The third cast of Dancing With The Stars –The Tour features an ensemble of the show’s most popular competitors including season five’s Marie Osmond with Jonathan Roberts and season three’s Joey Lawrence with Edyta Sliwinska. Also starring Monique Coleman as well as professional dancers Derek Hough, Mark Ballas, Brian Fortuna, Kym Johnson, and Alec Mazo. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq., Providence, 401-331-2211, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

RI Philharmonic Concert
Feb. 9: Conductor Francisco Noya, the Philharmonic Pops Orchestra and Anne Murray join forces for a POPS-PHIL-PPAC concert. 8 p.m. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Concert: Paul Hoffman
Feb. 10: Paul Hoffman performs. 3 p.m. Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Rd., West Kingston, 401-782-1018, www.courthousearts.org.

Exhibition Tennis: John McEnroe vs. Jim Courier
Feb. 10: Mac is Back! John McEnroe vs. Jim Courier at The Ryan Center. Tickets through Ticketmaster. 4 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-331-2211, www.theryancenter.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Philadelphia
Feb. 10: Providence Bruins take on the Philadelphia Phantoms. 4 p.m. The first 2,000 fans will receive an 11x17 poster of Matt Hunwick. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Tony N’ Tina’s Wedding
Feb. 12–17: It’s “wedding theatre”… with an Italian flair! Actors exchange vows. And you, the audience, play the parts of Tony and Tina’s family and friends, joining them for the reception, feast and hilarious family dramas. Eat, drink, dance, converse, and get caught up in the festivities of this all-inclusive, interactive matrimonial experience. Ticket includes: The ceremony, reception, Italian Baked Ziti Dinner, champagne toast, wedding cake, music, dancing, and much more! Providence Biltmore Hotel, 11 Dorrance St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Will Ferrell’s Funny or Die Comedy Tour
Feb. 12: Will Ferrell’s Funny or Die Comedy Tour, featuring Zach Galifianakis, Demetri Martin and Nick Swardson. Presented by the URI Student Entertainment Committee. Tickets through Ticketmaster. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-331-2211, www.funnyordie.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Manchester
Feb. 13: Providence Bruins take on the Manchester Monarchs. 7 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Blackstone Valley High School Jazz Concert
Feb. 14: Featuring Woonsocket High, N. Smithfield High, Mt St Charles Academy, & Blackstone Millville Regional High. Tickets: $5.00 Thurs 7:00 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, http://www.stadiumtheatre.com.

Sesame Street Live: “Elmo Makes Music”
Feb. 14–17: Elmo, Zoe, Big Bird and all their Sesame Street friends are taking to the state to share their love of music. Tickets through Ticketmaster. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-331-2211, www.theryancenter.com.

“Last of the Red Hot Lovers”
Feb. 15–24: Academy Players present this Neil Simon comedy. Thurs.-Sat.,8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. East Greenwich High School, 300 Avenger Dr., East Greenwich, 401-885-6910.

“Some Things Are Private”
Feb. 15–March 23: The team behind Boots on the Ground is back! This time, they’ll look at the collision of our private lives with public values. Intimate relationships are a life-long, basic human need. Yet issues involving sexuality spark debate, showing how fragile community values are. How have personal matters become such hot-button topics, polarizing Americans? This provocative new play celebrates all we have in common, no matter how different we are. Varies. Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington Street, Providence, 401-351-4242, www.trinityrep.com.

Go, Diego, Go LIVE! The Great Jaguar Rescue
Feb. 15–17: Join Diego, Nick Jr’s action adventure hero, as he sets out in his brand new live show. Diego, along with his sister, Alicia, and cousin, Dora, are off on an action packed special mission to get Baby Jaguar’s growl back from the Bobo Brothers. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

20th Anniversary Newport Winter Festival
Feb. 15–24: With over 160 individual events, this Festival has become New England’s largest winter extravaganza. Alive with sparkle and excitement, the Winter Festival offers a unique winter experience combining food, music, and entertainment for all ages. A concert series featuring BeatleMania, sand sculptures, a Chili Cook Off, a city-wide Scavenger Hunt, an Ice Sculpting Competition, a Children’s Fair, a Pizza Cook Off, a Martini Contest, Children’s Block Hunt and a Teddy Bear Tea are just some of the many exciting events designed to celebrate the wonder of winter. 10 days various times and events. Over 160 events throughout Newport County, 28 Pelham Street, Newport, 401-847-7666, www.newportwinterfestival.com.

Treemonisha
Feb. 15–17: Knowledge is power. The young woman Treemonisha dispels the darkness of superstition surrounding her through the light of education. Don’t miss the New England premiere of African-American composer Scott Joplin’s folk opera of ragtime, pre-blues, and spiritual music! Fri. 8 p.m.–Sun. 2 p.m. Columbus Theatre, 270 Broadway, Providence, 401-621-6123, www.operaprovidence.org.

Concert: Paul Geremia
Feb. 16: Paul Geremia performs. 8 p.m. Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Rd., West Kingston, 401-782-1018, www.courthousearts.org.

John Cafferty & the Beaver Brown Band
Feb. 16: Sponsored by Kay’s Tickets: $20 & $15 Sat 7:30 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, `Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

PC Basketball vs. Louisville
Feb. 16: Providence College men’s basketball takes on the Louisville Cardinals at the Dunk. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Lowell
Feb. 17: Providence Bruins take on the Lowell Devils. 4 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Ranger Days
Feb. 17: Please join us in welcoming director and producer David Bettencourt, who will speak about the making of the documentary You Must Be This Tall: The Story of Rocky Point Park. Ranger Days are FREE and open to the public. Please contact Ray Bacon to RSVP. 1:30pm. Museum of Work & Culture, 42 South Main St., Woonsocket, 401- 769-9675, www.rihs.org.

PC Basketball vs. Georgetown
Feb. 18: Providence College men’s basketball takes on the Georgetown Hoyas at 4 p.m. in the Dunk. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

Public Walk In Hours at Biomes
Feb. 18–22: Open to the public. $5/person for 3 years old and up Biomes is a privately owned marine science education center and aquarium featuring local marine fish and invertebrates and several hands-on exhibits. 12-4pm. Biomes Marine Biology Center, 221 Shady Lea Rd, North Kingstown, 401-295-4690, www.biomescenter.com.

URI Basketball vs. Xavier
Feb. 18: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on the Xavier Musketeers at The Ryan Center. 7 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

The Wedding Singer
Feb. 19–24: With a brand new score that pays homage to the pop songs of the 1980’s, “The Wedding Singer” takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up, and a wedding singer just might be the coolest guy in the room. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Garth Fagan Dance
Feb. 20: For over 35 years Garth Fagan Dance has dazzled audiences around the world with some of the most dynamic and intensely physical dancing on stage today. The Tony Award-winning choreographer of Broadways The Lion King, Garth Fagan has been called a true dance original (New York Post) and his dancers have been described as unforgettable, soaring through space with demonic energy (New York Magazine). Audiences are held in thrall by Fagan’s groundbreaking technique: a mix of modern dance, Afro-Caribbean forms, balletic speed and precision, and jazz. “In the genealogy of modern dance, [Garth Fagan] has started a whole new branch of the family tree.” The New York Times Wednesday, 8:00pm. Auditorium in Roberts Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

Wingmasters
Feb. 20: Get up close with real, live raptors including falcons, hawks, owls and a magnificent golden eagle! Join Julie Collier of Wingmasters to learn about these amazing North American birds of prey. 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. Providence Children’s Museum, 100 South Street, Providence, 401-273-5437, www.childrenmuseum.org.

Keith Munslow
Feb. 21: Keith Munslow, popular children’s singer and storyteller, visits the Museum once again! Sing along to his original songs and fast paced rhymes in this lively performance that encourages audience participation. 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. Providence Children’s Museum, 100 South Street, Providence, 401-273-5437, www.childenmuseum.org.

Lecture: Children’s Play, Children’s Culture: Historical Insights
Feb. 21: What is the function of play? Is it just a purposeless children’s activity, or can we glean an insightful look into children’s culture from its study? Please join us in welcoming Dr. Howard Chudacoff, Professor of American History at Brown University, who will discuss his new book “Children at Play: An American History.” Drawing from his recent book, Dr. Chudacoff will trace shifts and continuities in the ways American children have played from colonial times to the present. Please contact Dalila Goulart to RSVP. 6:30pm. Aldrich House, 110 Benevolent St., Providence, 401-331-8575 ext. 45, www.rihs.org.

RI Philharmonic Rush Hour Concert
Feb. 21: Program includes the music of Ives, Gershwin and Barber. VMA Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, 401-248-7000, www.riphil.org.

Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show
Feb. 21–24: Explore the extraordinary gardens woven with original art creations, meet the artists and designers, and expand your garden horizons at lectures, seminars and demonstrations by nationally recognized experts. Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence, www.flowershow.com.

URI Basketball vs. Massachusetts
Feb. 21: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on the University of Massachusetts at The Ryan Center. 7 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

Floral-Themed Tours at John Brown House
Feb. 22–23: This weekend, the John Brown House Museum will be offering house tours with a floral theme. These special tours will be offered in collaboration with the annual Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show being held at the Rhode Island Convention Center the same weekend. Tours begin at 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, 1:30 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. The special tour fee for this weekend is $5 per person. Friday and Saturday, 10am–4pm. John Brown House Museum, 52 Power St, Providence, 401-273-7507 x62, www.rihs.org.

O’Sullivan Meets O’Farrell
Feb. 22: O’Sullivan Meets O’Farrell, members of Newport Baroque Orchestra with Internationally Acclaimed Uilleann Piper Jerry O’Sullivan 8pm. S. John the Evangelist, 61 Poplar St., Newport, 401-855-0687, www.newportbaroque.org.

Tape Art
Feb. 22: Sticky situations don’t often end like this! Kids and grown-ups join artists to transform the interior walls of the Museum’s largest room into works of art with special low-adhesive tape. It’s a one-of-a-kind creative experience! 1 and 2:30 p.m. Providence Children’s Museum, 100 South Street, Providence, 401-273-5437, www.childrenmuseum.org.

Magic of Lyn
Feb. 23: America’s Premiere Female Illusionist Tickets: $20 & $15 Sat 7:30 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

Masterclass and Seisin with Uilleann Piper Jerry O’Sullivan
Feb. 23: Masterclass and Seisin with Internationally Acclaimed Uilleann Piper Jerry O’Sullivan, $20 masterclass participants, $10 general admission, $30 family admission (two adults/two children) 2 p.m. Hibernian Hall, 2 Wellington Ave., Newport, 401-855-0687, www.newportbaroque.org.

RI Philharmonic Classical Concert
Feb. 23: The All-American program includes Ives’ Three Places in New England, Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and I got Rhythm Variations and Barber’s Symphony No. 1 in One Movement. VMA Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, 401-248-7000, www.riphil.org.

Dodge House Gallery: Judith Skoogfor-Prip
Feb. 24–March 14: Art Exhibition Mon.–Fri. 1 p.m.–6 p.m. Sat.–Sun. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Providence Art Club, 11 Thomas St, Providence, 401-331-1114, www.providenceartclub.org.

Maxwell Mays Gallery: Lori LaBrie, Billy Montella, Jr. & Meredith Thayer
Feb. 24–March 14: Art Exhibition Mon.-Fri. 1 p.m.–6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Providence Art Club, 11 Thomas Street, Providence, 401-331-1114, www.providenceartclub.org.

Museum Concerts presents: Repast
Feb. 24: Classical Concert: The Apothosis of Corelli: Baroque quartet plays works of Corelli, Telemann, & Couperin played on period instruments. Sun. 3:30 p.m. St. Martin’s Church, 50 Orchard Avenue, Providence, 401-621-6123, www.museumconcerts.org.

O’Sullivan Meets O’Farrell
Feb. 24: O’Sullivan Meets O’Farrell, members of Newport Baroque Orchestra with Internationally Acclaimed Uilleann Piper Jerry O’Sullivan, $25 general admission/$30 preferred seating 3pm. Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn St., Newport, 401-855-0687, www.newportbaroque.org.

Oscar Night America
Feb. 24: Elegant black tie evening is the only officially sanctioned Oscar event in Rhode Island as selected by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. Activities include a silent auction; predict the winners contest, food, and cash bar. Watch the Oscars on large screens in the elegant Biltmore Ballroom. Tickets $100. Sunday 7p.m.-12a.m.. Providence Biltmore, 11 Dorance St, Providence, 401-351-0498, www.diabetes.org/oscar.

URI Basketball vs. Saint Joseph’s
Feb. 24: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on the Saint Joseph’s Hawks at The Ryan Center. 2 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

Jeffrey Siegels Keyboard Conversations Russia: Rebels on the Red Carpet
Feb. 26: Jeffrey Siegels KEYBOARD CONVERSATIONS will return for a sixth season with three new concerts with commentary. The virtuosity and poetry of a world-class pianist combined with entertaining commentary create a concert experience that is magical. Each program begins with an insightful and entertaining prologue on the music and its composer, followed by a full performance of the works, and ends with a lively question and answer session. This concert entitled Russia: Rebels on the Red Carpet will include music from the passionate etudes of Rachmaninoff to the biting sarcasms of Prokofieff, with the music of Shostakovich and Stravinsky. Tuesday, 7:30pm. Sapinsley Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

Jesus Christ Superstar
Feb. 26: With a score of amazing songs–”I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Hosanna,” “Everything’s Alright,” “What’s the Buzz,” “Superstar,” and “Heaven on Their Mind,” this original groundbreaking production starring TED NEELEY in the title role and Living Colour’s COREY GLOVER as Judas is as relevant and timeless as ever. 8 p.m. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Lecture: Organizing Commerce: Boston and New York, 1634-1760
Feb. 27: Join us in welcoming Sasha Nichols-Geerdes, a New England Regional Fellowship Consortium research grant recipient and Ph.D. candidate at UCLA. Sasha will be discussing his research on the organization of domestic trade during the colonial period in the north, particularly in New York and Boston. The lecture will trace how these organizations formed due to a number of factors, including the availability of cash, local and provincial institutions, and land distribution. Please contact Lee Teverow to RSVP. 5:30 p.m. Rhode Island Historical Society Library, 121 Hope St., Providence, 401-273-8107 ext. 10, www.rihs.org.

“Amadeus”
Feb. 28–March 9: URI Theatre presents “Amadeus.” Call for schedule. URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd., Kingston, 401-874-5921.

Rhode Island RV & Camping Show
Feb. 29–March 2: At the 15th Annual Rhode Island RV & Camping Show, begin planning your camping vacations for the coming season, trade-up to your dream RV, see the new 2008 RVs or just learn about the joys of travel in a recreational vehicle at the RV & Camping Show! Fri 1pm-9pm/Sat 11am-9pm/Sun 11am-6pm. Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin St, Providence, 800-332-3976, www.macevents.com.

URI Concert Band
Feb. 29: Brian Cardany, conductor URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd, Kingston, 401-874-243.

USHRA Monster Jam
Feb. 29–March 7: North America’s most competitive monster trucks returns to transport fans from the ordinary to a place where motorcycles fly and monsters roar. Along with exciting wheel-to-wheel racing and thrill acts, check out the world’s premier monster trucks in the industry. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-331-2211, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

Concert: Henry Rollins-Provoked
March 1: Henry Rollins performs as part of his 2008 Spoken Word tour. Tickets at etix.com.
7 p.m. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington St., Providence, 401-331-LUPO, www.lupos.com.

In Like a Lion...Out Like a Lamb Weather in March
March 1– 30: In like a lion, out like a lamb! Weather in March can be wildly unpredictable! Families join weekend programs in March that explore the world of weather! Kids try their hands at experiments, crafts and games and meet local weather expert Tony Petrarca from WPRI as he brings his mobile weather lab to the Museum. Visit www.childrenmuseum.org for details. Varies. Providence Children’s Museum, 100 South Street, Providence, 401-273-5437, www.childrenmuseum.org.

Newport Irish Heritage Month
March 1– 31: Celebrate all that is Irish during this exciting month-long event featuring Celtic storytelling, Irish step-dancing, interesting lectures, afternoon teas, an Irish coffee contest, Jameson Irish whiskey tastings and a festive St. Patrick’s Day parade. Citywide, Newport, 800-976-5122, www.gonewport.com.

6th Annual Southern Rhode Island Home Show
March 1– 2: Event brings together the region’s finest builders, remodelers and local businesses–all showcased under one roof. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 800-237-6024, www.homeshows.com.

Music of the English Cathedrals
March 2: Cathedral gems from England’s finest composers performed by the acclaimed Chorus of Westerly. 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. George Kent Performance Hall, 119 High St., Westerly, 401-596-8663, www.chorusofwesterly.org.

“Camelot”
March 4– 9: Film, television and Broadway star Lou Diamond Phillips will star as King Arthur in the national tour of Lerner and Loewe’s “Camelot” Varies. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Westerly Arts Night
March 5: Downtown galleries and studios open in unison to exhibit new works. First Wednesday of every month. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Artists Cooperative Gallery, 12 High St., Westerly, 401-596-2221, www.westerlyarts.com.

Kinsale Festival of Fine Foods
March 6– 9: Visiting chefs from Newport’s sister city, Kinsale, will partner with top chefs from Newport to offer traditional and contemporary Irish cuisine on special menus throughout Newport. A highlight of the weekend will be the traditional Irish Brunch on Sunday featuring a hearty Irish spread and entertainment including Irish step dancers and Celtic story tellers. Citywide, Newport, 800-976-5122, www.GoNewport.com.

PC Basketball vs. Connecticut
March 6: Providence College men’s basketball takes on rival Connecticut at the Dunk. 7 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

Bittersweet
March 7: Silent Auction, chocolate sampling Hors’d’oeuvres, open bar and music by Fat City Band. Fri. 7 p.m. Rosecliff Mansion, Bellevue Ave., Newport, 401-785-2666, www.theautismproject.org.

Providence Bruins vs. Binghamton
March 7: Providence Bruins take on the Binghamton Senators. 7 p.m. St. Patrick’s Day P-Bruins T-Shirt Night. The first 3,000 fans will receive a P-Bruins T-shirt featuring the P-Bruins logo on the front. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Salvage Vanguard Theatre: The Intergalactic Nemesis
March 7: A family-friendly live radio serial that wows audiences of all ages. Ben Wilcott has traveled back in time from 2115 to 1933 to warn the world of impending disaster. It’s Star Wars meets Raiders of the Lost Ark with a little of The Incredibles thrown in for good measure! See a radio play come to life with script-reading actors and the sound effects laboratory of two Foley artists in this clever spin on those old-fashioned serialized radio mysteries. Friday, 8:00pm. Auditorium in Roberts Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Ave., Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

George Winston
March 8: George Winston–A solo piano concert–His performance consists of pieces from his melodic seasonal recordings, Vince Guaraldi’s Peanuts pieces, New Orleans R&B piano, stride piano, and more. 8:00 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre, 28 Monument Sq, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

George Winston
March 8: Sponsored by Soucy Agency Tickets: $35, $30, & $25 Sat 8:00 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, `Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

Maple Sugar Thanksgiving
March 8: Celebrate the harvest of the maple. Ceremonies, storytelling, song and dance, food and fun. Museum tours. Sat. 1 p.m.–4 p.m. Tomaquag Museum, 390 Summit Rd., Exeter, 401-539-7213, www.tomaquagmuseum.com.

PC Basketball vs. Villanova
March 8: Providence College men’s basketball takes on Villanova at the Dunk. TVA. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-865-GOPC, www.friars.com.

RI Philharmonic Classical Concert
March 8: Program includes Dvorak’s Carnival Overture, Rautavaara’s Violin Concerto and Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2. 8 p.m. VMA Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, 401-248-7000, www.riphil.org.

Rhode Island Percussive Arts Festival
March 8: Rhode Island high school and middle school percussion ensembles perform for a panel of judges. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. URI Fine Arts Center, 105 Upper College Rd, Kingston, 401-874-2431.

URI Basketball vs. Charlotte
March 8: University of Rhode Island men’s basketball takes on the UNC Charlotte 49ers at The Ryan Center. Senior Night. 7 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-874-RAMS, www.gorhody.com.

Up CLOSE on Hope
March 8– 29: Bold, exciting choreographers, varied dance styles and more in an intimate seating style limited to ninety guests. Program II. Varies. Festival Ballet Providence, 825 Hope St, Providence, 401-353-1129, www.festivalballet.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Worcester
March 9: Providence Bruins take on the Worcester Sharks. 4 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Smucker’s Stars on Ice
March 12: Theatrical Figure Skating show part of prestigious tour. Olympic Silver Medalist Sasha Cohen joins the cast of skaters this year. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq., Providence, 401-331-2211, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

Open Juried Photography Annual
March 13–April 5: Open Juried Photography Annual, open to all photographers. Entries due by March 9, 2008 Wed-Sun, 1 p.m.–5 p.m. South County Art Association, Helm House, 2587 Kingstown Rd, Kingston, 401-783-2195, southcountyart.org.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt
March 15: Easter Egg hunt for children ages 1 to 8. 1 p.m. Wilcox Park, High St. at Broad St., Westerly, 401-596-7761, www.westerlychamber.com.

Bernadette Peters
March 15: Tony Award-winning actress performs selections from her Broadway career and current albums. 8 p.m. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset, Providence, 421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Camouflage Egg Hunt
March 15: Children ages 3 to 10 set out in search for brown eggs and quickly realize how well they camouflage in the natural world. Bring a basket. Also held at Powder Mill Ledges in Smithfield. Call to register. 10 a.m. Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope St., Bristol, 401-949-5454 x 3041, www.asri.org.

Providence Bruins vs. San Antonio
March 15: Providence Bruins take on the San Antonio Rampage. 7 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

RI Philharmonic POPS-PHIL-PPAC Concert
March 15: Broadway Diva Bernadette Peters joins the Philharmonic Pops Orchestra for a POPS-PHIL-PPAC Concert. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 15: Find your best green attire, keep your eyes open for leprechauns, and join in the revelry to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Newport! The parade begins at 11 a.m. at City Hall, runs through Washington Square, down Thames Street, and ends at St. Augustine’s Church. Citywide, 43 Broadway, Newport, 800-976-5122, www.gonewport.com.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
March 15: A delicious corn beef, cabbage, and all the fixings dinner. Proceeds benefit the Meeting Street School. Sponsored by the BI Lion’s Club. 1–5 pm McGovern’s, Corn Neck Rd, Block Island, 800 383-2474.

Dodge House Gallery: Ruth Clegg
March 16–April 14: Art Exhibition Mon.–Fri. 1 p.m.–6 p.m. / Sat.–Sun. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Providence Art Club, 11 Thomas St, Providence, 401-331-1114, www.providencartclub.org.

Maxwell Mays Gallery: 10th Annual Fidelity Investments Juried Exhibition
March 16–April 4: Art Exhibition: Annual juried competition open to New England artists–Medium & Jurors TBD Mon.- Fri. 1 p.m.–6 p.m. Sat.- Sun. 2 p.m.–4 p.m. Providence Art Club, 11 Thomas Street, Providence, 401-331-1114, www.providenceartclub.org.

Providence Bruins vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
March 16: Providence Bruins take on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. 4 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

St. Patrick’s Day Brunch
March 16: St. Andrews Ladies Guild hosts a fantastic brunch with homemade scones, eggs, bacon and more! 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. St. Andrews Parish Center, Spring St., Block Island, 800 383-2474.

Carpetbag Brigade Physical Theatre Company
March 19: The Carpetbag Brigade has engaged and dazzled crowds from Canada to Colombia. In a performance merging breathtaking acrobatic stilt work, physical theatre, Butoh, modern dance and other-worldly costuming, The Vanishing Point takes audiences on a journey through time in which a cast of creatures both evolves and descends towards an apparently human existence. By mixing the social mission of theatre with high quality performance, The Carpetbag Brigade brings cutting edge, original work to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Wednesday, 8:00pm. Auditorium in Roberts Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Ave., Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

Police & Firefighter Night
March 19: An evening in recognition of the tremendous value added to our communities by our police and firefighters. Wed. 6 p.m.–8 p.m. Ocean State Harley-Davidson, Inc., 5 Albany Road, Warwick, 401-781-6866, www.oceanstatehd.com.

Boston Marriage
March 20–April 13: Anna and Claire, two bantering, scheming “women of fashion” have long lived together on the fringes of upper-class New England society. Anna has recently become the mistress of a wealthy man, who supports her luxurious lifestyle. Various. The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St, Pawtucket, 401-723-4266.

“Orpheus Descending”
March 21–April 20: In this 1957 Tennessee Williams gem, a young spirited musician, Val, arrives in a conventional Southern town and immediately stirs up commotion, including the long-forgotten passions of the local merchant, Lady. A passionate relationship erupts between the two outcasts, climaxing to tragic consequences. Thursday–Saturday 8pm; Sunday 3pm; no performance Sunday March 23. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market St., Warren, 401-247-4200, www.2ndStoryTheatre.com.

Concert: Coffeehouse Idol
March 22: Music for all ages. 8 p.m. Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Rd., West Kingston, 401-782-1018, www.courthousearts.org.

Harlem Globetrotters
March 22: The “Magic as Ever” World Tour will carry on the Globetrotters’ tradition of amazing basketballs skills and wizardry, with a focus on family entertainment. 1 p.m. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-331-2211, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

Harlem Globetrotters
March 22: The “Magic as Ever” World Tour will carry on the Globetrotters’ tradition of amazing basketballs skills and wizardry, with a focus on family entertainment. 7 p.m. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston, 401-331-2211, www.theryancenter.com.

Concert: Van Halen
March 24: Van Halen will embark on a North American concert tour with its original lead singer, David Lee Roth, for the first time in 22 years. Tickets through Ticketmaster. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq., Providence, 401-331-6700, www.dunkindonutscenter.com.

Fascinatin’ Rhythm: A Gershwin Salute
March 27: Providence Singers present Gershwin’s greatest songs, from Porgy and Bess highlights, to Broadway show tunes and Tin Pan Alley classics. 8 pm. Stadium Theatre, 18 Monument Sq, Woonsocket, 401-751-5700, www.providencesingers.org.

Fusionworks Annual Spring Concert
March 27– 29: Join this sassy, high-energy troupe known for their ability to consistently fascinate audiences with variety, talent and gutsy physicality. Fusionworks presents their concerts in two formats–traditional where you see the dances and draw your own conclusions and Unwrapped, where the director comes out before each dance and gives you a sneak peak into the process. Depart from the everyday humdrum, and spend time with Fusionworks Dance Company. Thur–Sat 8:00 pm and 3:00 pm matinee on Sat. Ashamu Dance Theater, Brown University, 77 Waterman St, Providence, 401-946-0607, www.fusionworksdance.org.

“Blithe Spirit”
March 28–April 24: A wickedly delectable treat from the master of sophisticated comedy. No one at the party believes eccentric Madame Arcatis séance could actually work but when Charles lovely and capricious first wife arrives from the other side, he and his new wife are at their wits end. Who could conjure up a more enchanting dilemma? Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington St, Providence, 401-351-4242, www.trinityrep.com.

Cashore Marionettes: “Life in Motion”
March 28– 29: In the performance “Life in Motion”, Joseph Cashore presents his collection of marionette masterworks. Characters of depth, integrity, and humanity are portrayed in a full evening unlike anything else in theater today. The performance is a series of comic and poignant scenes taken from everyday life. Through a combination of virtuoso manipulation, humor, pathos, classic music, and poetic insight, The Cashore Marionettes take the audience on a journey that celebrates the richness of life. Life in Motion is recommended for adults and young adults. Fri. 3 p.m. (Seniors) Sat. 7 p.m. Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Rd, West Kingston, 401-874-2627, www.uri.edu/greatperformances.

Fascinatin’ Rhythm: A Gershwin Salute
March 28: Providence Singers present Gershwin’s greatest songs, from Porgy and Bess highlights, to Broadway show tunes and Tin Pan Alley classics. 8 pm. Brown University, Brown Street, Providence, 401-751-5700, www.providencesingers.org.

Providence Bruins vs. Springfield
March 28: Providence Bruins take on the Springfield Falcons. 7 p.m. The first 2,500 fans will receive a Jonathan Sigalet collectible cup. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Riverdance
March 28– 30: Internationally-acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song, and dance that has touched the hearts of millions around the world. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence, 401-421-ARTS, www.ppacri.org.

Seussical
March 28: “Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’s best-loved stories collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Adapted from the Broadway version, this adaptation especially for young audiences features thirteen actors and enhanced production values. Seussical is TheatreworksUSA’s biggest show ever! Friday, 7 p.m. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre, 28 Monument Sq, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

Fascinatin’ Rhythm: A Gershwin Salute
March 29: Providence Singers present Gershwins greatest songs, from Porgy and Bess highlights, to Broadway show tunes and Tin Pan Alley classics. 8 pm. George Kent Performance Hall, 119 High Street, Providence, 401-751-5700, www.providencesingers.org.

Providence Bruins vs. Portland
March 29: Providence Bruins take on the Portland Pirates. 7 p.m. Faith Night. A Christian band will perform right after the end of the game. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Rhode Island Comedy Festival
March 29: Charlie Hall’s 5th annual laff-a-thon moves north this year with a premium blend of local and national laugh-getters...all Rhode Island-born! Sat 8:00 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

Mighty Wurlitzer Organ Concert
March 30: Featuring: Jack Cook at the Keyboard. Tickets: $12.00 Sun 3:00 PM. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Center, 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket, 401-762-4545, www.stadiumtheatre.com.

Providence Bruins vs. Worcester
March 30: Providence Bruins take on the Worcester Sharks. 4 p.m. The first 2,000 fans will receive an 11x17 poster of Jordan Sigalet. Dunkin’ Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq, Providence, 401-273-5000, www.providencebruins.com.

Muir String Quartet with guest David Deveau, piano
March 31: The Muir String Quartet Peter Zazofsky, violin Lucia Lin, violin Steven Ansell, viola Michael Reynolds, cello The Muir String Quartet return for their 15th consecutive season as the keystone of the President’s Music Series. The third concert of the season welcomes guest David Deveau, piano and will include: Dvorak: String Quartet in F Major, Op. 96 American, Franck: Andean Walkabout, and Dvorak: Piano Quintet, Op. 81 Monday, 8 p.m. Sapinsley Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

The Muir String Quartet
March 31: The Muir String Quartet will return for their 15th consecutive year as the keystone of our popular President’s Music Series. Monday, 8:00pm. Sapinsley Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Ave., Providence, 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/pfa.

Save the Bay Newport Seal Watch Tours
Through May 1: Save The Bay hosts Newport Seal Watch Tours aboard its marine education vessel, Alletta Morris. Educators provide expert commentary on the Bay's migratory seals. Binoculars are provided for the one-hour trips to the seal haul-out near Rose Island. Runs weekends and school vacation weeks from Nov. through May. Times based on tides, call for information. Bowen's Ferry Landing Bowen's Wharf, Newport, 401-324-6020, www.savebay.org.