Good morning, Warwick.

Warwick Weekend events offer indoor and family-friendly options as cold weather sets in, with Eureka Day at Gamm Theatre, skating sessions at City Hall Plaza, and Banjo Bob’s jazz concert at Warwick Library Sunday plus art shows at Warwick Mall and Roger Williams Park.

North Providence native Michael P.

Shawver received an Oscar nomination for Best Film Editing for the movie Sinners when the Academy announced the honor on Jan. 22 — he previously edited Black Panther and aims to work on the remake of The Thomas Crown Affair.

Rhode Island’s 2026 James Beard Award nominees are highlighting local culinary skills with tasty dishes and inventive cocktails from Providence to Newport to South Kingstown.

The event spotlights the state’s rich food tradition and creative talent.

Residents can shop for generators, power banks, and emergency lighting as a winter storm is forecast to bring ice and freezing rain to Warwick this weekend; experts warn of potential power outages and advise stockpiling essential items for safety.

The National Weather Service forecasts a significant storm starting Sunday afternoon over Southern New England that will likely drop six or more inches of snow in Rhode Island as an arctic front brings dangerously cold temperatures and strong winds.

State regulators said on Jan.

16 that only 20 of the 98 approved cannabis dispensary applications will be awarded licenses after low numbers in northern zones, and the decision affects communities including Warwick in Zone 4 as applicants now await a lottery and zoning approvals set for March 2.

Local experts warn residents to remove items like cellphones, canned beverages, musical instruments, eggs, and medication from cars as temperatures are set to drop to 13 degrees on Saturday.

The cold can damage batteries and burst cans (due to expanding liquids), so checking vehicles early is advised.

At Pepin Gymnasium Thursday night, Will Cary hit a clutch jumper with 2.3 seconds left to lift Bishop Hendricken to a 57-55 win over Classical in a tense duel, as the team dedicated the game to former coach Bob Stephenson (who passed away Jan.

15).

Providence Restaurant Weeks

Lunch and dinner specials — January 25th to February 7th — Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau — Enjoy two weeks of dining deals from local restaurants.

Cupid’s Calligraphy Workshop

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Not Your Average Joe's — Cost varies — Tap into your creative side with a modern calligraphy class themed for Valentine's and Galentine's Day.

DIY Robin's Nest Wreath Workshop

6-8 p.m. — The Rustic Rhode — All materials included — Create charming needle-felted robins and a beautiful wreath in this cozy workshop.