Looking for some tips on what to do this weekend and beyond? We’ve got you covered. Here are a few recommendations from Ocean State Media afternoon host Mareva Lindo and producer James Baumgartner.
Winter Wonder Days at the Roger Williams Park Zoo
The colder winter months are a perfect time to see animals outside enjoying the cooler temperatures. Bundle up and enjoy exploring the zoo during January and February for half price!
Providence Bruins Retro Weekend
The P-Bruins are turning back the clock with music from the ‘90s and ‘00s (the ‘00s are retro?!?). Plus, they’ll be wearing their popular retro jerseys featuring the “Pooh-bear” logo. Friday, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m., The AMP
Ocean State: Rhode Island’s Wild Coast
Ocean State Media is airing a new documentary series celebrating the natural wonders, wildlife, and conservation efforts shaping Rhode Island and New England’s coastal ecosystems. Episode 1, “Secrets of the Seagrass” explores the hidden world of seagrass meadows—one of the region’s most important, yet least understood marine habitats. Often called the “nurseries of the sea,” eelgrass beds support a remarkable diversity of life while playing a critical role in coastal resilience, water quality, and climate mitigation. Tune in to Channel 36, Friday, Jan. 9 at 8 p.m., or stream it on PBS Passport.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Concert: Legacy in Harmony
It’s an evening honoring the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through music, reflection, and community. The Marian Anderson String Quartet, based in Bryan, Texas, performs for an evening honoring the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through music, reflection, and community. Tickets are free, but reservations are required. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 6 p.m., RISD Auditorium in Providence
Plus: 'You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine
Two years after the legendary John Prine died in 2020 of complications from COVID, dozens of artists gathered at Nashville’s storied Ryman Auditorium to remember the beloved songwriter and his music – from Brandi Carlile, to Tyler Childers, to Prine’s longtime friend and collaborator Bonnie Raitt. A new documentary, “You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine,” features many of those performances, alongside interviews and archival footage of Prine. It’s now coming to select theaters around Rhode Island and across New England.
Ocean State Media afternoon host Mareva Lindo spoke with John’s son, Jack Prine, one of the producers of the documentary.
Upcoming local screenings of ‘You Got Gold’
- Jan 9 & 10 at the Avon Cinema in Providence
- Jan 11 & 14 at All South County Luxury Cinemas in South Kingstown
- Jan 11 & 14 at Mystic Luxury Cinemas in Mystic
- Feb 5-7 at The JPT Film & Event Center in Newport
