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| | Skills on wheels
 Head to the R.I. Convention Center and catch a spirited faceoff between Providence’s Rhode Island Riveters and New York’s Suburban Brawl. Cheer on the home team of spunky girls-on-wheels as they tackle Suburban Brawl’s lineup of heavy hitters, led by captain Dina Sore Jr. and Coach Sergeant Major. From fun fashion to serious moves, roller derby bouts are fast-paced way to pass the evening with family, friends and fellow fans. There will be a raffle of prizes and certificates to benefit Girls Rock, an all-female rock camp helping women and girls develop musical skills. The after-party will be held at Luxe Burger with a live DJ and dancing. The patio will be open for outdoor seating.
LOCATION: R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence. Saturday, June 12. Doors open at 4 p.m.; Preliminary match with the Killah Beez, 5 p.m.; Riveters vs. Suburban Brawl, 7 p.m. $10 per person online; $13 at the door; children ages 6 to 12 half-price.
WEBSITE: www.providencerollerderby.com.
CAPTION: Catch the early bout with the Killah Beez as 20 new skaters join the league.
IMAGE COURTESY PRD |  |
| |  |  A penny for your breakfast
Johnny Rockets launches its new breakfast menu with a special penny breakfast event this weekend. Guests can try one menu item for 1 cent, including the new “Banana Pecan Praline Pancakes,” the “I’m Stuffed! French Toast” and “Mom’s Biscuits and Gravy.” This hearty breakfast comes complete with a cause: patrons can donate to the local American Cancer Society chapter by purchasing a special bracelet. Get into the groove this weekend with hopping 1950s tunes and a generous spread for your brunch. Bring friends, family and a healthy appetite.
LOCATION: Johnny Rockets, 269 Thayer St., Providence. Saturday, June 12 through Sunday, June 13, 8 to 11 a.m. Each guest can try one menu item for 1 cent. Bracelets will be sold in exchange for donations to the American Cancer Society. All proceeds will go toward the Relay for Life of Cranston.
WEBSITE: www.johnnyrockets.com.
CAPTION: Johnny Rockets on Thayer Street will be almost giving away the treats this weekend.
IMAGE COURTESY JOHNNY ROCKETS |
| | Tour de force
 Bryan Adams continues his concert tour in select U.S. cities, with a stop at VMA Arts & Cultural Center. One of Canada's most well-known ambassadors, Adams has sold more than 65 million records, toured six continents and achieved No. 1 status in more than 40 countries. This weekend, Adams comes to play his repertoire in the hall that holds the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra. Catch his hits “Cuts Like A Knife,” “Summer of ’69,” “Kids Wanna Rock,” “Can’t Stop This Thing We’ve Started,” “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You,” and most recently, “Thought I'd Seen Everything.” Tight jeans are optional.
LOCATION: Veterans Memorial Auditorium; 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence. Friday, June 11, 8 p.m. $37 to $57 general admission tickets. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the website.
WEBSITE: www.vmari.com.
CAPTION: Do you remember the summer of ’69?
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| | Meld the mayhem
 Are you in the mood for Friday night mockery and chaos, but not interested in the usual party scene? Pay attention, because the menu options for the evening have expanded. Be a part of the theatrical audience at Perishable Theatre as The Legal Assassins, a Boston-based shadowcast troupe, mocks the 2008 cult favorite “Repo! The Genetic Opera.” With a horror backdrop and a catchy goth-industrial soundtrack, the movie has sparked an intense following, as well as positive critical reaction for Paris Hilton. The Legal Assassins take the props, characters and storyline of the cinematic production and bring it to life in a swirl of antics and campy mimicry. The result has been described as Rocky Horror meets Blade Runner.
LOCATION: Perishable Theatre; 95 Empire St., Providence. Friday, June 11, 9 p.m. $15 per ticket; all tickets must be purchased at the door. For more information, contact Adam Harrington at bostonlegalassassins@gmail.com.
WEBSITE: www.repo-opera.com.
CAPTION: Steam up your evening with a visit to Perishable.
IMAGE COURTESY LEGAL ASSASINS |
| | Take it to the Edge
 Restaurants and eateries often showcase artwork to highlight local talent and with no shortage of it here in Rhode Island, The Edge Café features the artwork of David Everett. As a backdrop to heavy lunch crowds, festive brunch on the weekends and brisk sales of coffee and pastry throughout the day, The Edge displays 11 pieces of Everett’s work in the café. The oil-on-canvas landscapes, treescapes and coastlines depict coastal Maine and northwestern Connecticut. Satisfy your foodie and artistic palates with a trip to Wayland Square; grab a bite at The Edge and maybe even leave with a new piece of art tucked under your arm.
LOCATION: The Edge Café, 199 Wayland Ave., Providence. Thursday, June 10 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, June 12 and Sunday June 13, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free; paintings range from $350-$500.
WEBSITE: www.theedgecoffee.com.
CAPTION: Next in line to showcase Everett’s work is Bank RI.
IMAGE COURTESY EVERETT |
| | Recording songbirds
 The Audubon Society of Rhode Island invites you to join it in witnessing bird banding, the process by which experts capture, band, measure and release song birds in order to track their movement. The techniques for each step of the process will be demonstrated and explained before the birds are released. Experts will also discuss the migratory habits and life history of each species used in the demonstration. It is recommended that participants bring a camera and binoculars. Program space is limited, so register early.
LOCATION: Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope St., Bristol. Sunday, June 13, 9 to 11 a.m. Program fee: $8 member adult, $5 member child; $11 nonmember adult, $6 nonmember child. Children under 4 are free. Open to all ages. Course number: 164333-506. To register, call (401) 949-5454 ext. 3401 or e-mail programs@asri.org.
WEBSITE: www.asri.org.
CAPTION: Learn how wildlife experts track the movement of birds at the Bird Banding program this Sunday.
IMAGE COURTESY AUDUBON SOCIETY OF RI |
| |  Everyone at Everyman
Providence photographer Richard McCaffrey is showing a selection of local band photographs, including shots of Mark Cutler, Deer Tick, Joe Beats, The Low Anthem, Poorly Drawn People, Santa Momba, the What Cheer Brigade, Zox and more at Everyman Bistro beginning tomorrow. A Rolling Stone photographer, McCaffrey is no stranger to the music industry. He has been involved with photographing everything to do with music, from the bands to the fans, for more than 30 years. McCaffrey’s photographs have appeared in numerous local, national and international books, publications and albums. The opening reception for this event is guaranteed to be star-studded and inundated by the best musical talent Providence has to offer.
LOCATION: Everyman Bistro, 311 Iron Horse Way, Providence. Friday, June 11, reception from 7 to 9 p.m. Dinner, music and beverages available throughout the evening. Show will be on display until July 30.
WEBSITE: www.everymanri.com.
CAPTION: Check out the images that document define the Providence music scene.
IMAGE COURTESY RICHARD MCCAFFREY |
| | Providence Art Festival
 Enjoy meandering around downtown Providence this weekend while you support one of the city’s greatest assets: its artists and entrepreneurs. Westminster Street will be taken back to a time when it was a pedestrian walkway. More than 80 juried local artists, crafters, musicians, food vendors and live entertainers will populate the street to share their work. You will find a plethora of booths showcasing art, clothes, home goods, jewelry, sculptures and more. The festival is a perfect time to bring children into the city. Free children’s crafts tables and performances by Big Nazo and the Lion Dancers are sure to entertain the little ones as much as the adults.
LOCATION: Providence Art Festival, Westminster Street between Eddy Street and Matthewson Street; Saturday June 12, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; This event is open to the public. For more information and an updated list of participating artists, musicians and food vendors visit the website.
WEBSITE: www.indowncity.com.
CAPTION: This festival showcases the fixtures of Providence’s creative talent.
IMAGE COURTESY INDOWNCITY.COM |
| | The imagination brought to life
 The Providence Children's Museum is opening two new learning environments in its Children’s Garden this week, The Climber and Underland. These new play spaces will help promote the importance of active outdoor play while providing fun time for the kids. The Climber, a colorful 22-foot work of public art, is designed by acclaimed artists/architects Tom and Spencer Luckey. The father and son team has designed dozens of climbing structures across the country. Underland incorporates the state’s natural materials, many gathered and reclaimed nearby, as well as the work of several local artists, sculptors Chris Kane, Marly Rogers and metal smith Lu Heintz. Join this celebration of the museum’s successful capital campaign. Enjoy treats, games and a brief speaking program.
LOCATION: Providence Children’s Museum; 100 South St., Providence. Special reception celebration Thursday, June 10, 5 to 7 p.m. New exhibits open Friday, June 11; museum hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Admission to museum is $8.50 per person, free for those under 12 months. For more information , visit the website.
WEBSITE: www.childrensmuseum.org.
CAPTION: With The Climber and Underland, the museum’s outdoor environment has become a signature destination.
IMAGE COURTESYPCM |
| | Definitive measures
 The Worcester Art Museum is showcasing three exhibitions, “Minimalism: Logic and Structure in Graphic Arts,” “What Matters” and “Action Speaks.” Minimalism features art objects known as primary structures from artists Donald Judd and Sol Lewitt. In 1966, “primary structures” was the title of an exhibition that, in effect, coined the term Minimalism to describe the now widely accepted creative movement. The artwork of Judd and Lewitt will recapture that excitement of discovery as their work was heavily showcased in the 1966 exhibition. “What Matters” is a selection of artwork drawn primarily from the museum’s permanent collection. “Actions Speak” is an artistic examination that explores how media and government do not represent the pressing issues of brutality, domestic violence, HIV and AIDS.
LOCATION: Worcester Art Museum; 55 Salisbury St., Worcester, Mass. “Exhibitions: Minimalism: Logic and Structure in Graphic Arts,” open through July 11; “What Matters,” open through Aug. 22; Thursday, June 10; “Actions Speak,” Renaissance Court, Open through Sept. 20; All three exhibits are open on Friday, June 11; Sunday, June 13, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $10 general admission; $8 students and seniors; free admission to museum members; children 17 years and younger; collge students with ID; and active duty military families. Free admission every Saturday between 10 a.m. and noon. For more information, contact information@worcesterart.com or call (508) 799-4406.
CAPTION: These are three shows in one location you will not want to miss.
IMAGE COURTESY WAM |
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