Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Warwick.
Warwick-based Music on the Hill held a two-week festival with seven concerts at venues in East Greenwich, Cranston and Warwick.
The festival featured chamber music works by artists like Anton Miller and Peter Ferry—culminating in a finale at St. Luke’s Church—to showcase local talent.
Hope & Main has launched over 500 food businesses in just over a decade—with 45% still operating—and it will open a new West End Kitchens facility in Providence this fall to double its capacity as demand grows.
Rhode Islanders face a housing shortage with 87% of voters supporting new homes in commercial zones, 70% backing single-family townhomes, and 81% favoring development on smaller lots—calls that urge lawmakers to pass a bill to allow 30% residential development on commercial land and help build the 24,000 homes needed. The measure follows steps taken by New Hampshire and Connecticut and aims to prevent residents from moving further away from their jobs.
Creeping Beauties of the Woods
6 p.m. — West Warwick Public Library — Free entry — Explore a hauntingly entertaining journey through creepy fairy tales and undead adventures.
Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Cocktail Hour Essentials — Ticket required — Explore modern calligraphy with a fun workshop and take home your own beginner's kit!
New England Chapter ISA Tree Climbing Championship
2 PM – 5 PM — Masonic Youth Center — Entry fees apply — Witness skillful climbers showcase their talents at the annual tree climbing championship.
Warwick Independence Day Fireworks
Nighttime — Oakland Beach — Free entry — Enjoy a spectacular display of fireworks over Narragansett Bay.
Beach Gong Bath Experience
6-7 p.m. — Rocky Point State Park — Free entry — Relax with soothing gong sounds on the beach surrounded by nature.
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