10 Great Things to do in RI This Weekend - November 22, 2019

November 22

Joe Bob Briggs: How Rednecks Saved Hollywood at Columbus Theater 

Spend a fast-and-furious two hours with America’s drive-in movie critic as he uses more than 200 clips and stills to review the history of rednecks in America as told through the classics of both grindhouse and mainstream movies.

The event begins at 7 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Press Photo

November 22

Gifts from the Garden at Blithewold Mansion

Want to make the perfect present? These mini horticultural gift ideas are just what you have been looking for!

After a series of inspiring demos, participants will take home instructions and some garden gifts perfect for loved ones … or yourself … or loved ones. 

The event goes from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

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November 23

An Evening with Robyn Hitchcock at Columbus Theatre 

Robyn Hitchcock is one of England’s most enduring contemporary singer/songwriters and live performers. A surrealist poet, talented guitarist, cult artist, and musician’s musician, Hitchcock is among alternative rock’s father figures and is the closest thing the genre has to a Bob Dylan (not coincidentally his biggest musical inspiration).

Since founding the art-rock band The Soft Boys in 1976, Robyn has recorded more than 20 albums as well as starred in ‘Storefront Hitchcock’ an in concert film recorded in New York and directed by Jonathan Demme.

The show begins at 7 p.m. 

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PHOTO: David Becker/Wikipedia

November 23

PC Basketball vs Penn at Dunkin' Donuts Center

The Providence College Friars men’s basketball team is back in action on Saturday afternoon when they host the University of Pennsylvania at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center.

The Friars are 4-1 on the season following a win over Merrimack earlier this week.

This will be PC’s last home game before they head to California for the Wooden Legacy Tournament.

Game time is set for 4 p.m.

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PHOTO: PC Athletics

November 23

Anthony Sanders at RI Fashion Week at Providence Career and Technical Academy

Check out Anthony Sanders at Rhode Island Fashion Week this weekend at Providence Career & Technical Academy. 

Sanders is the owner of the custom bow tie company “Be-Woke Enterprises.”

Sanders joined GoLocal LIVE earlier this year. 

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PHOTO: Be-Woke Enterprises 

November 23

Adam Ezra Group at Greenwich Odeum

The Adam Ezra Group (AEG) is constantly on the road, often devoting their time to local charities and always going out of their way to connect with fans.

For their most recent release, Hurricane Wind (2017), the AEG fanbase turned the full power of its collective hurricane wind outward, and shared the music for free with over 5000 people over the course of two weeks. 

The concert begins at 8 p.m. 

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November 24

The Acrobats of Cirque-Tacular at the Providence Performing Arts Center

This is a free sensory-friendly performance! the acrobats of cirque-tacular is fun for the entire family, and features a talented troupe of acrobats, aerialists, and circus specialty artists

The show begins at 8 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Press photo 

November 24

Blackstone Valley Polar Express at Woonsocket Train Depot

Inspired by Chris Van Allsburg's Christmas classic, this family favorite becomes reality during a 3-hour event that includes a 90-minute excursion on a real-life train with a reading of the classic children’s story, sing-a-longs, games, hot chocolate served in a collectible souvenir mug, delicious cookies, games, and a special visit from Santa where he personally delivers the first gift of Christmas to every child.

After we return to the depot from our train ride to view the North Pole, stay for a complementary photo with Santa. 

The event begins at 4 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Blackstone Valley Tourism Council

November 24

Made on Honor Market at WaterFire Arts Center

The Made On Honor Market returns for all of your holiday shopping needs at the WaterFire Arts Center in Providence. We’ll be showcasing more than 100 of our favorite small businesses, makers, and artists from both here in Rhode Island and all around the country.

The market is open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Narragansett Brewing

November 24

Chez Pascal Holiday Craft Show at Chez Pascal

On this day Chez Pascal is transformed into a strolling shopping market. Artists selling all kinds of goodies will fill our space with their wares.

The Wurst Kitchen will be open should you find yourself in the need of our delicious house-made sausages and sandwiches and the bar will be open to quench your thirst.

The show goes from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

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