http://www.providenceri.comArtsArts Calendar from the City of Providence, Rhode Islandwebmaster@providenceri.comen-usThu, 02 Jul 2009 21:37:46 GMTThe Gallery at Providence City Hall is featuring an exhibit by Maestro Balam. The hours for the Gallery are 8.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.! Maestro combines the ancient with the modern in an artistic and technological exploration of mythology.This new combination of materials has allowed for innovative exploration and expression of her fascination with mythology. Patrons can now interact with my creations and become part of the creative process as Maestro combines virtual reality with human reality. The process of merging the old mythological stories and images with new technological capacities encourages us to preserve the older beauty and wisdom of our origins while developing its expression within our modern experience. The Opening is July, 21st from 6.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5114Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:14:32 GMTSaturday, August 8, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Tour begins at St. Joseph's Church92 Hope Street, ProvidenceTickets: $32.95Reserve by Friday, July 31! A Cultural Day in Fox PointToday, come take a walk through and experience Fox Point, one of the oldest and most diverse neighborhoods in Providence.Learn about the ever-changing character of Fox Point, from its first colonial settlements through the waves of Irish, then Portuguese and Cape Verdean immigration, to the impacts of urban and highway development today.The tour's route will focus on and include three active churches in the area: St. Joseph's, Sheldon Street Church, and Our Lady of the Rosary.The neighborhood's vibrant cultural story including a varied cuisine, art, architecture, and music, comes alive in these parishes.Lunch is included in this day-long excursion.Reservations are required. Please reserve by Friday, July 31st. The tour begins at St Joseph's Church, 92 Hope Street, Providence.http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5113Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:33:27 GMTCircus Smirkus Meadowbrook Waldorf School presents two days of exciting family entertainment when Circus Smirkus, Vermont's award-winning, international youth circus rolls into town Tuesday, July 21st and Wednesday, July 22nd with shows at 2pm and 7pm daily at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Richmond, Rhode Island.This year, Circus Smirkus turns the pages on Aesop and the Brothers Grimm, bringing fractured fables and treasured tales to life, circus-style. The 2009 Big Top Tour continues the tradition of theme-based shows with a Circus Ever After: A Big Top Fairytale! Tickets are $15 for children 2-12yrs (under 2 yrs- free) and $19 for adults. Tickets are available June 22 at Lickety Splits, 1922 Kingstown Rd. in South Kingston, Rhode Island. (cash or checks only please) and at the gate starting one hour before show time, or by phone. For more information, call [1-877-SMIRKUS] or visit www.smirkus.org. Organized and co-Sponsored by OOP!Circus Smirkus at Washington County Fairgrounds 7/21 and 7/22 www.smirkus.orghttp://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5112Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:26:48 GMTGallery Night with Printmaker Mary Harmen July 16th at the Westminster store Mary creates Prints called rants to laugh, cry, love more, wonder and feel alive and rooted. Unbearable losses in her 20's launched years of wandering.Too much school, travel, moving and more led me to simple truths: don't run from those you love, or from what is your life! Mary's studio and home in South Dartmouth, MA is near the wondrous light and fog of Padanaram harbor. It is filled with the loving energy of her husband Matt and her two dogs Lainie and Clark.http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5111Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:54:58 GMTPastels and Oil Paintings by local artist, John RiedelStill life and LandscapesMonday through Friday9:00am - 4:00pm Hamilton House276 Angell Street, Providence,RI 02906401-831-1800http://www.historichamilton.com/http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5107Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:44:00 GMTHamilton House is conducting a four-week session on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM to discuss the following speeches:"Give me Liberty or Give me Death" by Patrick Henry on July 8, 2009, "We Shall Fight on the Beaches" by Winston Churchill, on July 15, 2009," A Tryst with Destiny" by Jawahar Nehru, on July 22, 2009 and"I Have a Dream" by Martin Luther King on July 29, 2009. Neel Odedara a recent Brown University graduate with a major in International Relations moderates the discussion group. Hamilton House276 Angell Street,Providence, RI 02906401-831-1800 http://www.historichamilton.comhttp://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5106Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:02:53 GMTWBRU's 360 EXPERIENCE IN SOUND hosts the kick off to SOUND SESSION '09GOSPEL BRUNCHSunday, July 5, 2009The Providence Black Repertory Company276 Westminster StreetDowncity Providence $25 per PersonSeating is limitedSeatings @ 10.30 AM or 2.00 PM Enjoy a concert presentation by The RPM Voices of Rhode Island representing the diversity of Rhode Island Voices Traditional Soul Food Brunch Buffet provided by FOOD FOR THE SOULFor tickets and information check out: www.rpmvoices.comhttp://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5101Thu, 04 Jun 2009 14:37:25 GMTProvidence Sound Session 2009July 5 - 11 New England's most exciting music festival is almost upon us! Stay tuned for web site updates, new additions and a full line-up all coming very soon! Visit www.providencesoundsession.com for more information.Over 30 VenuesDowntown ProvidencePrices Vary By Eventhttp://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5049Wed, 27 May 2009 19:17:51 GMTQuickWhatsUp.com is proud to launch a multicultural culinary competition in Providence, Rhode Island. The World of Flavors Competition will showcase a broad cross-section of Rhode Island restaurants as they compete for the top prize in their world region: Americana, South of the Border, European and Asian. Dozens of restaurants from the state will sample their food for up to 1,000 voters who will pick the winner in each category. The event, hosted by Shawn Tempesta of Fox Providence's Rhode Show and featuring music by Spogga, will kick off Providence Restaurant Weeks. Providence Skating Center2 Kennedy PlazaProvidenceRI 02903 http://www.riworldofflavors.comhttp://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5098Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:24:58 GMTNational Arts Marketing Project Conference October 30 - November 2 2009Learn how you can save the day when it comes to marketing, sponsorship and fundraising at the 2009 National Arts Marketing Project Conference.RI Convention CenterOne Sabin Street http://www.providenceri.com/ArtCultureTourism/event.php?id=5048