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Three To See in RI's Blackstone Valley!

What’s on tap for this weekend
 
 
 

Cory Pesaturo with special guest Tucker Antell

 

August 8th

7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

 

Stadium Theatre

 

Cory Pesaturo is a world-renowned accordionist that has truly revolutionized the instrument! He's performed at the White House numerous times, as well as an incredible list of network television appearance.
 

 

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The Looff-East Providence Arts Festival

 

August 10th

12 PM - 6 PM

 

Crescent Park

 

Come for fine art, entertainment and food trucks! Plus, music by The Whelks, The Euphoralites, the Jethros and the Bucky O’Hare Trio. Admission is free!

 

NOTE: Rain date is August 11.
 

 

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Rhode Island FC takes on rival Hartford Athletic

 

August 10th

7:30 PM

 

Beirne Stadium

 

An exciting match of USL Championship soccer is going down this Saturday night with the derby between Rhode Island FC and Hartford Athletic. Click below to SAVE 60% on tickets! Match is almost sold out...so don't wait to grab your seats!!
 

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There's always so much happening in Blackstone Valley!

 

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