Latest Events in Rhode Island(April Updated)

Soar into the fascinating world of birds. Become a naturalist and explore what makes birds so special. From tiny songbirds to soaring hawks, learn how to spot, identify, and understand the feathered wildlife that calls our preserve home. All students will be bused to Wahaneeta Preserve from school , and transportation home is available. NO COST thanks to generous community support A healthy snack is provided at the start of the program. Registration closes for all programs on April 1, 2026 Information Source: The Westerly Land Trust | eventbrite

Join us for an intimate artist conversation exploring the creative process behind Ballet RI’s world-premiere production of Machinal! This special evening invites community members into the artistic journey from script to stage through a live talkback with members of the creative team, including theater director Rachel Walshe and dancer Yury Yanowsky. Machinal by Sophie Treadwell tells the story of a woman driven to violence while trapped within the rigid expectations of a patriarchal society, inspired by the real-life case of Ruth Snyder, a woman executed in Sing Sing Prison for the 1927 murder of her husband. Treadwell uses the word Machinal  as the title of this play to refer to a woman caught in the mechanics of a woman's expected life path and the disastrous results. This story exposes the enduring impact of societal pressure on women’s autonomy and challenges us to confront how systems can still silence women. Together, we will explore how written stories are translated into movement, how choreography can deepen emotional storytelling, and how collaboration shapes a new work. This program offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with the artists and gain deeper context ahead of Ballet RI’s Providence performances. Following a conversation with members of the artistic team, participants will be able to engage in a Q+A session and learn more about the upcoming show, which will run May 7-10 at the Ballet RI Black Box Theatre and May 14-17 at the University of Rhode Island J Studio. Information Source: The Alcove | eventbrite

A LitArts RI Writing Workshop An engaging voice keeps us reading regardless of subject matter, and is crucial for holding attention through long-form works. In this workshop, we'll examine works by renowned writers known for strong, humorous voices that are unmistakably theirs, including Ziwe, Taffy Brodesser-Akner, Sloane Crosley, David Sedaris, Bill Bryson, and Mindy Kaling. We'll discuss what distinguishes them from one another, and identify patterns in their writing that make their work “sound” like them. Participants will walk away from this workshop with an understanding of the mechanics of writing “funny,” as well as a recognition of the components of their own voice, exercises to practice honing it, and an arsenal of work for further study. Open to prose writers of all levels and genres. This is a 2-week workshop, with a 2-hour session each week. Please prepare for approximately 3-6 hours of work between sessions, including time for your own writing. This 2-week workshop meets on Saturdays from 12-2pm at LitArts RI on the following dates: Sat, May 2 Sat, May 9 About Your Teaching Artist KASSONDRA CLOOS (she/her) is an award-winning nonfiction writer from Pawtucket. Her work has been published in magazines and newspapers worldwide, including The New York Times, The Guardian, Outside Magazine, Adventure.com, Rhode Island Monthly , and Trails , among many others. Cloos recently moved back to Providence from London, where she was named Travel Writer of the Year in 2024 by the British Guild of Travel Writers. She holds an MFA in creative writing from City, University of London. Community Access Lottery LitArts RI offers a lottery for free admission to those who are from a community that has faced institutional barriers in the writing and publishing worlds or who lack access to resources and could not otherwise afford to attend. The lottery closes 2 weeks before each workshop, at which time entrants will be notified if they are a recipient of one of the free seats. To enter the lottery, press the red "Get tickets" button at the top right of your screen, then scroll down to add a "Community Access Lottery Ticket" to your cart and check out. Safe and Brave Space Policy Writing workshops can be vulnerable spaces. As a literary arts organization, LitArts RI is committed to providing a safe, brave, inclusive and accessible space to all participants, regardless of race, ethnicity, class, citizenship status, age, size, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Be sensitive, be supportive, be respectful and engage with care. Discriminatory, hateful, and threatening content will not be tolerated; we ask that you bring any concerns to our attention immediately. Accessibility LitArts RI is wheelchair accessible. The organization is actively committed to cultivating a community that values and reflects diversity, equity and inclusivity and to providing programming that is accessible to all attendees. Please let us know about any accommodations we can make to allow you to participate fully in this event. Health Safety Guidelines If you have tested positive for Covid-19 within a few days of attending an event at LitArts RI, please contact Staff so we can let others know of possible exposure. We ask that you wait 14 days or until testing negative to return to the Center. This activity is made possible in part by a grant from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts, through an appropriation by the Rhode Island General Assembly and a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. LitArts RI’s Writing Workshops are also funded in part from the Community Priority Grant at the Rhode Island Foundation. Information Source: LitArts RI | eventbrite

Plants aren't the only things growing - get ready for a green adventure for growing minds! Dig into the amazing world of plants and discover how they grow, survive, and support life all around them. All students will be bused to Barlow Nature Preserve from school , and transportation home is available. NO COST thanks to generous community support A healthy snack is provided at the start of the program. Registration closes for all programs on April 1, 2026 Information Source: The Westerly Land Trust | eventbrite

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Plants aren't the only things growing - get ready for a green adventure for growing minds! Dig into the amazing world of plants and discover how they grow, survive, and support life all around them. All students will be bused to Barlow Nature Preserve from school , and transportation home is available. This is an early release day from school, the program ends at 4:30 pm. NO COST thanks to generous community support A healthy snack is provided at the start of the program. Registration closes for all programs on April 1, 2026 Information Source: The Westerly Land Trust | eventbrite

Great introduction to jewelry making and stone setting. Make your own pendant or a gift for some one special! In this 1-day workshop, we will teach you how to make a silver pendant with a set stone of your very own. Students will learn the basics of soldering and stone setting through the course of this one-day workshop, and be able to take home their very own piece by the end of it. No jewelry-making experience required! Materials included - Sterling silver sheet, 18" Silver chain, and 10mm cabochon stone *LIMITED SEATING - Only 8 spots open this session Instructor - RyAn Holmes Date - Thursday, May 7, 6pm - 9pm For additional information on studio access or private lessons: Email info@thebenchri.com or call 401-484-8161 Information Source: The Bench - Jewelry and Metalsmithing Studio | eventbrite

A great intro to jewelry making and working with sterling silver. Create a unique pair of dangling earrings for yourself or as a gift! Silver Earrings Jewelry Workshop Welcome to The Bench's Silver Earring and Stone Setting workshop! This introductory workshop is a great place to explore creating a fun unique piece for yourself or as a gift. Learn to cut out and texture precious metal, use a torch to solder your pieces together, and set a cabochon stone to add that extra sparkle. Materials included - Sterling silver sheet, earring findings and 5mm stones Instructor - TBD Date - Friday, May 8, 10am -1pm For additional information on studio access or private lessons: Email info@thebenchri.com or call 401-484-8161 Information Source: The Bench - Jewelry and Metalsmithing Studio | eventbrite