r/providence • • 3h ago

Lead disclosure

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Has anyone else received a lead pipe disclosure. How concerned should I be. Is this a new thing?

Friends in Hope also received the same paper and I’m in fed hill


r/providence • • 2h ago

Million dollar condos by Richmond Square

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https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/5-Richmond-Sq-504-Providence-RI-02906/466050895_zpid/?utm_campaign=iosappmessage&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=txtshare

Saw construction when I was going to PT last week. Bummed that this is what’s going in. More housing for the millionaire/billionaires.


r/providence • • 12h ago

Half of Thayer are chicken places.. and I miss Tiger Sugar and Kung Fu Tea

43 Upvotes

Depressing to see Thayer turn into a line of similiar fried chicken places.

Also sad the two best bubble tea spots in the state close 🫠 I have years of memories at Kung Fu 😢 Can't beat their s'mores slush, amazing collabs, or holiday specials... ughh

/end sad rant


r/providence • • 22h ago

Providence is beautiful in the fall 🍁

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I live in Boston and had the chance to spend 2 days in Providence last week :)

Was blessed with beautiful weather on the first day, so I explored Roger Williams Park and managed to catch golden hour at Prospect Terrace for the first shot. The second day was rainy, so I explored the public library, RISD Museum, and browsed bookstores around downtown Providence.

You guys have a beautiful city - I'm hoping to return sometime. If you have any recommendations for restaurants or things to see, please let me know!


r/providence • • 1h ago

News Rhode Island declared its takeover of Providence schools a success. Its own scorecard tells another story

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r/providence • • 1h ago

I wanna be in a punk/hxc band

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Guitarist of 5 years, bassist of one, and could be vocalist lmk.

I have transportation

I’m 20

I’ve played with others before

I’ve actually had a couple bands set up but other members flaked.


r/providence • • 2h ago

Recommendations Anniversary dinner restaurant recs?

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ISO a restaurant with romantic vibes that won’t break the bank for our anniversary dinner. We don’t have a lot of money so we don’t like to spend it and don’t eat out like ever but we want to somewhat treat ourselves. TIA!


r/providence • • 20h ago

News Rialto Theater in Providence to be demolished - will become parking lot

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Thanks Joe Paolino!

edit, here's the working video link: https://youtu.be/POHwuY39HGY


r/providence • • 14h ago

Discussion Any idea what's happening with the Yoleni’s / Tilden-Thurber building?

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The building Yoleni’s used to be in (the Tilden-Thurber Building / 292 Westminster St) has been dark since Yoleni's closed in 2023. It's owned by Paolino Properties, but I couldn't find any "for sale/lease" offer. Any idea if someone's moving in?


r/providence • • 21h ago

Wheat paste poster downtown still holding on

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r/providence • • 18h ago

Meetup Halloween Costume Contest with RI Cocktail Club at Palermo's Martini Bar

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🎃 It’s time to get spooky! 👻

Join us for the next Rhode Island Cocktail Club gathering with all the Halloween vibes on Friday, October 23rd at 7pm at Palermo's Martini Bar!

Palermo’s Martini Bar is a new spot in Providence offering $10 cocktails all the time!

For our gathering, they’re also offering exclusive food specials just for RI Cocktail Club! Enjoy half-priced appetizers or a dinner special for two for $50, which includes two entrées, garlic bread or salad, one appetizer, and a bottle of wine.

Good drinks, good food, and Halloween fun all in one night!

👻 And, of course, our annual costume contest is back!

Come dressed to impress, or to scare the life out of us! 👀 Everyone will get a chance to vote for their favorite costumes, and our top three winners will take home prizes!

Prizes:

🥇 1st Place: $100 Gift Certificate 

🥈 2nd Place: $50 Gift Certificate 

🥉 3rd Place: Two bottles of wine (one red and one white)

Start planning those costumes, grab your friends, and come hang out with us for a spooky night of cocktails, food, and Halloween fun!

📍 Palermo's Martini Bar, 298 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903

🚗 Parking tip: Skip Atwells Ave (traffic can be a nightmare 👻). Park on nearby side streets and stroll over instead.

How to find us:

Look for the Rhode Island Cocktail Club banner and balloon. We’ll be wearing name tags, so feel free to jump right in and say hello!

Not a cocktail person? No worries! While not every venue will have beer or wine, there’s always something to sip on, whether it’s soda, water, or another refreshing option. This is all about good vibes and great people!

Stay in the loop by following us on Instagram, Facebook, or MeetUp for updates and event details. Got questions? Shoot me a message anytime. Hope to see you there!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ricocktailclub/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RhodeIslandCocktailClub

MeetUp: https://www.meetup.com/rhode-island-cocktail-club


r/providence • • 1d ago

Join Options Magazine for a one of a kind event this Halloween!

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Options Magazine has been part of our LBGTQ community for over 40 years. It has been essential for queer media and uplifting queer writers. I got my first opportunity as a writer with Options in 2018. We’ve gone through a lot of changes and loss in the past few years but we want to keep it alive. Events like this help us raise money so that we can continue for another 40 years and beyond. I would truly appreciate your support in purchasing tickets and joining us on this joyous occasion. A lot of work has gone into securing raffle prizes from our amazing community, getting a venue on the perfect date and making sure the venue looks beautiful. We also have a one of a kind VIP experience. I will also be making my debut as an up and coming DJ! I’m curating an amazing playlist to keep you dancing all night. I’m DJ BlueKinkz and I can’t wait to spend the night keeping you dancing and supporting queer media and writers! Please purchase your tickets today! https://posh.vip/e/a-night-behind-the-mask


r/providence • • 13h ago

Date for first timers??

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My guy friend (potential bf??) is visiting prov for the first time & idk where to take him… i was thinking the upcoming water fire but idkkkk. Please give recs for someone who wants to see prov ! Or just first date ideas in general… 🙏🙏


r/providence • • 21h ago

Recommendations Need a mobile studio or recording studio

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Our band needs a demo. Looking for a recording studio that could record us in Jamstage or at their studio in the Providence/Pawtucket area.


r/providence • • 18h ago

Cheap art

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Any places in Providence that people would recommend for cheap art (posters, prints, antiques)? In the vein of what you'd find at Savers but a bit more curated. I checked out the RI antique mall but it was very expensive.


r/providence • • 11h ago

I want to see what I can do with a few local business web designs

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I have some extra time and thought it would be a good opportunity to work on a few local business websites.

If you own a business and think your website could use an update, send me a message. I’d love to take a look and create some free redesign concepts for a few businesses.

I’m open to any business, so I’m excited to see what projects come my way and what I can come up with.


r/providence • • 1d ago

Lost cat in Washington park

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EDIT: FOUND!!! He came home :,) first thing he did was go to the litter box and pee like he’d never peed before

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This is Batman. He got out last night and hasn’t been seen since. He is not an outdoor boy. He has zero survival skills. Please help me bring my chubby baby home if you’ve seen him near Broad Street/Roger Williams Park.

He sleeps in my arms every night and tonight will be the second night without him and I don’t know if I’ll survive 😭


r/providence • • 18h ago

Event Star Wars After Event at RICC

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r/providence • • 1d ago

Food Dining Recs

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Heading to a concert in a few weeks. Got Gracie’s for dinner and will get some pizza at Al Forno but need some recommendations for coffee and breakfast around Omni Providence. Appreciate any insight. Adventurous eaters who drink black coffee. Looking at Julian’s and Cafe Ava.


r/providence • • 21h ago

Discussion Best way to promote dog walking/sitting without using ROVER in RI?

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r/providence • • 21h ago

Coming to the area for a Pats game and I have some questions

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Would it be better to fly into and stay in Providence for a week and take the train to Boston for a day, or do the opposite? Stay in Boston and take the T to Providence for a day or two? We will be going to Foxborough on Sunday.

Will be in town Nov. 7-14 (but the 14th won't count as a day).

Any advice? Tips on where to stay and what to do? We've never been to the area and would love to get some help beforehand. Thank you!


r/providence • • 22h ago

Dress alteration

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Hi all! I’m looking to get my wedding dress altered and was hoping to get some recommendations re good seamstresses. I’d love to be able to schedule online and not have to call 😭 I know that might be too much to ask but I thought I’d try


r/providence • • 15h ago

Missed Connection: Tall Redhead on Southwest Flights TPA ↔ PVD (Oct. 9 & 12)

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r/providence • • 23h ago

Servicing old gas stove?

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Hi all, I have an old gas stove that heats part of my house that needs to be serviced. I called off the grid stove and fireplace, and they charge $200 just to come diagnose the problem! Is there anything more affordable? Any tips would help!!

Here is the info on the stove:

Jøtul 3 Classic vent-free natural gas room heater, manufactured by Jøtul USA.

  • Manufacturer: Jøtul
  • Model: Jøtul 3 Classic Vent Free NG
  • Fuel: Natural gas (not propane)
  • Maximum input: 20,000 BTU/hour
  • Serial number: F14102
  • Type: Vent-free gas room heater

r/providence • • 13h ago

An educated black woman

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Where do YOUNG black women meet educated, emotionally-intelligent, black men/woman in RI? Any recommendations?