Looking for some tips on what to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Here are a few recommendations from Ocean State Media afternoon host Mareva Lindo and producer James Baumgartner.
‘Bristol County: Incarcerated’ at New Bedford Whaling Museum, through Dec., 2026
Bristol County’s Ash Street Jail claims to be the oldest continuously operating jail in the country. This exhibit explores the history of the Jail, featuring items related to the life of the people who have been incarcerated there, as well as the workers. Ash Street Jail began construction in 1888, so you’ll find things like logs of daily activities at the jail dating back to the 1890s, photos of people booked into the jail in the 1920s, as well as Lizzie Borden’s mittimus from 1892, ordering the sheriff to bring her to jail. They’re careful to point out that being in jail – rather than prison – does not indicate guilt. The majority of people in jail in the U.S. are actually awaiting trial, and can’t afford to pay their bail. That’s the case today at the Ash Street Jail, where, as of this October, 87 of the 118 people incarcerated are pre-trial.
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Valentin Kovalev - ‘Pictures at an Exhibition’ at Newport Classical Recital Hall, Friday Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m.
Kovalev brings a unique blend of virtuosic brilliance and heartfelt expression to his Newport Classical debut. Kovalev presents a program that journeys from Romantic warmth to contemporary vibrancy featuring Schumann’s tender Fantasiestücke, Chaminade’s elegant Flute Concertino, Fazil Say’s vivid Suite, and the spirited energy of Barry Cockcroft’s KuKu.
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Rhode Island Philharmonic - Beethoven Violin Concerto at The Vets, Saturday, Nov. 22, 7:30 p.m. “Open Rehearsal” on Friday, Nov. 21, 5:30 p.m.
Earl Lee, conductor and Elena Urioste, violin. Also on the program: Jesse Montgomery’s “Overture” and Sibelius’ 2nd Symphony.
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The Faux Paws at The Parlour, 1119 N. Main Street, Providence, Thursday, Nov. 20, 7:00 p.m.
They’re a playful band that pulls from many different styles including elements of bluegrass, jazz and Quebecois music.
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‘A Christmas Carol’ at Trinity Repertory Company, through Dec. 31
The 49th year of Trinity Rep’s production of the timeless Dickens tale of the perils of wealth and the virture of generosity. It’s different every year, and this production includes some Christmas Magic.
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