What’s New at Providence Marriott Downtown

No matter what the season, there’s always something exciting happening in Providence. From sports events to concerts, to outdoor festivals and art shows, Providence offers a wealth of opportunities for vacation fun. Guests at Providence Marriott Downtown also enjoy the added benefits of special offerings and hotel activities to maximize their Providence experience.

Providence, Rhode Island Calendar of Events

Waterfire Providence®, the award-winning sculpture by Barnaby Evans installed on the three rivers of downtown Providence, has been praised by Rhode Island residents and international visitors alike as a powerful work of art and a moving symbol of Providence’s renaissance. WaterFire’s one hundred sparkling bonfires, the fragrant scent of aromatic wood smoke, the flickering firelight on the arched bridges, the silhouettes of the firetenders passing by the flames, the torch-lit vessels traveling down the river, and the enchanting music from around the world engage all the senses and emotions of those who stroll the paths of Waterplace Park. WaterFire has captured the imagination of over ten million visitors, bringing life to downtown, and revitalizing Rhode Island’s capital city.

Upcoming Dates

Saturday, Sept 13th	Ballroom	6:58 PM	Northeastern Society of Orthodontics Waterplace Luxury Residences
Saturday, Sept 20th		6:46 PM	CVS Caremark Downtown 5k & Boston Sports Club
Saturday, Sept 27th		6:34 PM	MetLife & Swarovski in Partnership with the American Heart Association & Secondary Sponsor the RISD Museum of Art
Saturday, Oct 11th	Jazz	6:10 PM	The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation

Hopkins House is Open for tours. The house, built in 1707, is a valuable example of colonial culture and architecture. From 1743 until 1785 this was the home of Stephen Hopkins, ten times Governor of RI, member of the Continental Congress, signer of the Declaration of Independence, first Chief Justice of the Superior Court. We welcome students, preservationists, scholars, and those interested in our colonial heritage. A donation of $3 per person is suggested.
5/1/2008 - 10/31/2008
Governor Stephen Hopkins House
Address: 15 Benefit St, Providence
Phone: 401 421-0694
www.stephenhopkins.org

Newport International Polo Series. Newport, the birthplace of polo in America, carries on its legendary polo tradition established 1876 with the annual Newport International Polo Series which features teams from around the world competing in polo matches against USA every Saturday from June through September at 5pm (4pm in Sept.) on the polo grounds of historic Glen Farm.
6/7/2008 - 9/27/2008
Glen Farm
Address: 715 East Main Rd., Portsmouth
Phone: 401-846-0200
newportinternationalpolo.com

Museums on Us: Free Admission for Bank of America Customers! The Museum of Work & Culture, for the seventh consecutive year, has been selected to participate in the Bank of America Museums on US program. Visitors to the Museum will receive free admission every first weekend of the month for the rest of the year by simply presenting their Bank of America card. Additionally, participants will receive 10% off their purchases in the Museum Store.
November 1, 2008 - November 2, 2008
Website: Click Here To Visit Website
Location: Museum of Work & Culture, 42 S. Main Street, Woonsocket, RI
Phone: 401-769-9675

So You Think You Can Dance Tour 2008. See your favorite stars perform live on stage in this fall's highly anticipated tour.  The show will feature hit routines from the TV show as well as original pieces created just for the tour. 19 Entertainment chief executive and series creator Simon Fuller, co-creator Nigel Lythgoe, Dick Clark Productions and AEG announce most tickets for this hot tour go on-sale Saturday August 2nd, 2008.

Date: November 3, 2008
Times: 7:30pm
Website: Click Here To Visit Website
Location: Dunkin' Donuts Center
Phone: 401-331-6700
Admission: $33-$52

Gallery Night. Gallery Night Providence is a free, fun-filled introduction to Providence’s exciting art scene! On the third Thursday of the month, from March through November, nineteen of the city’s hot “art spots” open their doors inviting you to a visual arts party.

Ride the Art Bus through Providence. Park your car at MetroPark (as space allows), located on the corner of Stillman and Canal Streets directly behind Citizens Plaza.
Date: May 15, 2008 - November 20, 2008
Times: 5pm - 9pm
Website: Click Here To Visit Website
Location: Through Providence

Christmas at Blithewold - This Bright and Merry Wood. As we celebrate Blithewold Mansion's Centennial year, each room is bright and merry with glistening trees, bountiful flowers, garden fairies and woodland whimsy all capturing the spirit of Blithewold's family. Masses of poinsettias and thousands of lights adorn the 18' tree in the entrance hall, a preview to the grand holiday display which includes 30 more trees throughout the house.
Date: November 28, 2008 - December 30, 2008
Times: Wed.-Sun., 1 pm to 8 pm; Mon. & Tue., 10 am to 2 pm
Website: Click Here To Visit Website
Location: Blithewold Mansion, 101 Ferry Road (Route 114), Bristol, RI
Phone: 401-253-2707
Admission: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors/Students, $6 Ages 6-17; Children under 6 and Blithewold Members are free.

The Receptionist. “Can I put you into his voicemail?” Product lines, client meetings, protocol: it’s business-as-usual in the Northeast Office. To pass the time, there’s pastry, personal calls, and romantic advice for the zany co-worker. When that cute guy from the Central Office drops by, he’s happy to chat till the boss gets back. Then, in the blink of an eye, this familiar daydream becomes a nightmare you don’t see coming.

Simple and hilarious, The Receptionist gets under your skin until its chilling revelation is utterly inevitable.
Date: December 5, 2008 - January 11, 2009
Website: Click Here To Visit Website
Location: Trinity Repertory Company
Phone: 401-351-4242
Admission: Ticket prices vary. Please call or visit website for more information.