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Tue, May 12: Police, Fire & EMT Week at Southwick's Zoo Sat, May 16: Spring Fling Artisans Market & Farm Fun! - At Wojcik's Farm
Sat, May 23: Open Farm Days - At Butterfly Farm, Lincoln
Sat, May 23: Powisset Pals: Guided StoryWalk with Mia Wenjen and Kiddos in the Kitchen! (Ages 7-11) - The Trustees of Reservations
Mon, May 25: Memorial Day Ceremony - At Battleship Cove Fri, May 29: Xylophones and marimbas In the Park - At Providence Innovation District Park
Sun, May 31: Sesame Street Live: "Elmo's Got the Moves"- Veterans Memorial Auditorium Sat, Jun 6: Spring Into Summer
Marketplace
Sun, Jun 7: 2026 Fall River Pride Festival at Gates of the City
Sun, Jun 7: PVD Flea Summer '26 Markets
Sun, Jun 7: Ice Cream Social & Food Trucks at Sacred Cow |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: There’s a sign on the New York State Thruway heading west that marks 70 miles to where I live. For Rochesterians driving back to Western New York from the east or southeast, that marker elicits both a sigh of relief and a groan: You’re close, especially relative to where you started. But in that final stretch, each mile is somehow psychologically
longer. Over the years, this became a useful metaphor in my family: You're pushing through to the end of a project, you'd love to see the finish line, but the murky distance between you and that goal is in your way. "Ugh, it's those last 70 miles," one of us will say to the person suffering, and we'll all nod sympathetically. At this time of year, families with kids in school are experiencing those last 70 miles: The end of the school year is in sight, yet
not quite here. The energy reserves are low, and the end point seems stuck in the distance. We feel like we’re sprinting but not getting closer fast enough. As in any journey, that’s precisely when it’s worth keeping in mind that these last miles may feel long, but they’re also the most meaningful: They become the lens through which we look back at the whole experience, so these final steps really count. Remembering this can provide the last surge of energy to press
forward. So whatever final 70 miles you and your kids are facing, remind yourself and the people traveling with you that if you put your best self into it now, the rewards will feel sweeter, and the memories of success will help fuel you next time. You’re on the last leg. You're almost there. And you have lots of company.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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More than 130 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING, and now you can, too, when Providence’s best-loved musical returns to the Providence Performing Arts Center from May 20 – June 7, 2026. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, this landmark musical event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING. Get your tickets today!
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Woof! Woof! Our puppies need some attention. After we sing, read and rhyme about puppies each family will get a small stuffed dog to pamper and a doghouse to decorate. Open to children ages 2-8 and their caregivers. Siblings are always welcome. Space is limited and registration is required. This is program is limited to 12 families.
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Our 12th Season of Food Truck Friday kicks off April 17, 2026! Join us for Food Truck Friday at Carousel Village at Roger Williams Park every Friday night from April 17th through September 25th, 2026. End your week at Providence’s original, award-winning, and favorite Friday night tradition! Each week features more than 15 local food trucks, live music, cold 21+ beverages, and plenty of family fun—produced by PVD Food Truck Events in partnership with Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village.
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Step into the energy! This high-powered class blends street style with the sharp, expressive choreography of K-pop. Taught by an up-and-coming young performer inspired by the bold creativity of K-pop idols, your dancer will build confidence, precision, and performance flair—all in a fun, welcoming space. Expect dynamic moves, teamwork, and a burst of joyful energy every time you hit the floor!
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Now through May 10: Wicked Tulips hosts the largest u-pick tulip events in New England at two locations: North Kingston, RI and Preston, CT! You can tiptoe through acres of tulips and experience the sights, sounds and smells of spring. Bring home a fresh-picked bouquet of amazing tulips.
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Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend with a meaningful family outing at Southwick’s Zoo. Treat the moms, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers in your life to a spring day filled with fresh air, scenic paths, and unforgettable wildlife experiences. As a special thank you, moms will enjoy $15 general admission all weekend long, making it the perfect opportunity to spend quality time together while exploring everything the zoo has to offer.
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Save the date for the Rhode Island Arts & Crafts Festival on May 9 from 11a.m- 3 p.m. at the West Warwick Civic Center, 100 Factory St., West Warwick, RI Shop with a variety of handcrafters, artists, artisans and authors. It's free admission and free parking - plus it's inside so you don't have to worry about the weather.
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Celebrate the leading ladies in your life at the annual Bozrah Farmers Market Mother’s Day Market! Whether you're looking for the perfect locally-crafted gift, fresh spring blooms, or just a beautiful day out with the family, we have everything you need to make Mom feel special. Join us for a shopping experience featuring the very best of our local artisans, farmers, and food creators.
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Boston Children’s Museum invites you to the second annual P.A.W.S. (Pet Appreciation Week Showcase) Night! Families, young adults, and kids at heart are welcome to come explore pets of all shapes and sizes — and discover how to bring home a furry new friend.
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HATSUNE MIKU is a music software developed by Crypton Future Media, INC., which enables anyone to make their computer sing by entering lyrics and melodies. As a massive number of users created music using the software and posted their works on the Internet, Hatsune Miku quickly evolved into a cultural phenomenon. Since then, Hatsune Miku has gained much attention as a character, involved in many fields such as merchandising and live performance as a virtual singer. Now her popularity has spread across the globe.
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- Food Truck Friday Roger Williams Park 2026 - Carousel Village, Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, Friday, May 8, 2026, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Family Bilingual Story Class / Cuentos Bilingües en Familia - Pawtucket Public Library - Pawtucket Public Library, Summer Street, Pawtucket, RI, Friday, May 8, 2026, 11 am - 12:00 pm
- Free Open Houses at the Betsey Williams Cottage - Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, Friday, May 8, 2026, 10:00 am - 3:00pm
- Spanish for Toddlers - At Libraries of Foster - Tyler Free Library - Tyler Free Library, Moosup Valley Road, Foster, RI, Friday, May 8, 2026, 12:30 pm
- May StoryWalk® at WEAVER - Weaver Library - East Providence Public Library, Grove
Avenue, East Providence, RI, Friday, May 8, 2026, 8am
- TEEN Curtain Call Camp at WEAVER - Weaver Library - East Providence Public Library, Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI, Friday, May 8, 2026, 3pm
- World Migratory Bird Days at the Museum of Natural History - Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, Saturday, May 9, 2026 to Sunday, May 10, 2026, 10:00AM-4:00PM
- Mother's Day Market - Bozrah Farmer's Market - Bozrah Farmers Market, Bozrah Street, Bozrah, CT, Saturday, May 9, 2026, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
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StoryWalk® at WEAVER - Weaver Library - East Providence Public Library, Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI, Saturday, May 9, 2026, 8am
- Mother's Day Marketplace - Crowne Plaza Hotel - With We Be Jammin' Events - We Be Jammin' Events, Crowne Plaza
Providence-Warwick (Airport) by IHG, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI, Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
- In the Gallery: Bristol Art Museum Presents- Still Growing: Art Inspired by Trees - Bristol Art Museum, Blithewold Manor, Gardens &
Arboretum, Ferry Road, Bristol, RI, Sunday, May 10, 2026, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Annual Mother's Day Specialty Market - With Tiverton Farmer's Market - Tiverton Farmer's Market, Tiverton Farmers Market, Farm Recreation Area, Rhode Island 77, Tiverton, RI, Sunday, May
10, 2026, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- May StoryWalk® at WEAVER - Weaver Library - East Providence Public Library, Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI, Sunday, May 10, 2026, 8am
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the Providence area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more.
Our guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Providence area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Providence area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're
escaping a spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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