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Good morning, Providence. This is PVD Current, the newsletter that’s as delightful as a Monday off. It’s a short one today - we don’t want to take up too much of your time on this day off.

What to expect in today’s Current:

• Providence’s most expensive condo for sale 🏠

• Today’s events ❗️

• 🌊 Become a member of PVD Current

Let’s get to it.

— Oscar Punchak

Tide Trivia

What year did the big blue bug get its nickname Nibbles Woodaway?

A) 1999
B) 1985
C) 1990
D) 2002

The answer is on the last line of today’s email.

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Currents & Waves

Monday Events ❗️

On Friday, I covered all the events happening this long weekend but I’ll remind you of the events happening today.

• 🍁 Autumnfest | Oct 12 - 14 (Learn more)

  • Location: WWII Memorial Park

  • Description: A weekend festival in Woonsocket, RI filled with music, crafts, food, amusement rides, and a parade.

• 🇮🇹 Federal Hill Columbus Day Festival | Oct 11 - 14 (Learn more)

  • Location: Federal Hill

  • Description: Enjoy 80+ food, art, and retail vendors, games, and amusement rides, along with live entertainment on three stages and special menu items from 26 Federal Hill restaurants.

• 🎃 Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular | Oct 11 - Nov 2 (Learn more)

  • Location: Roger Williams Park Zoo

  • Description: Join the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular – Trivia Edition at Roger Williams Park Zoo to enjoy trivia and thousands of carved pumpkins!

• 🍔 Johnston Columbus Day Food Truck Feast | Oct 14 (Learn more)

  • Location: Johnston Memorial Park

  • Description: Featuring over 65 food trucks, live music, and free admission—just pay for your food and drinks!

• ❓ Monday Night Trivia | Oct 14 (Learn more)

  • Location: Narragansett Brewery

  • Description: Join for classic pub trivia - prizes, a legendary bar team, and brain-busting fun.

Senator Reed Secures $110K for McAuley House 🎨

Senator Jack Reed delivered a $110,000 federal earmark to McAuley House in Providence to expand its programs and support Rhode Islanders experiencing homelessness. The funding will enhance McAuley House’s afternoon enrichment programs, which include art therapy, stress management, and health services, while also serving as a year-round cooling and warming center. The earmark will also help McAuley House feed up to 300 individuals daily, providing breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Senator Reed praised McAuley House’s work in addressing the root causes of homelessness and fostering dignity and opportunity for vulnerable populations.

Most Expensive Condo For Sale in PVD 🏠

On Friday, we covered the most expensive condo ever sold on the East Side. But what’s the most expensive condo for sale right now? I looked and found that the most expensive condo for sale in Providence is right on the edge of the Jewelry District at 116 Chestnut Street. I walked right past this building this weekend and never would’ve guessed I was outside of a $1,995,000 condo. The condo is 3,100 SF and was designed by an award-winning architect. It features high ceilings, expansive windows, and custom casework. The open living space includes a high-end kitchen, dining area, and entertainment center, and the primary suite offers Downtown views. To look at interior pictures of the condo click here.

Coastline Commerce

🔬🚀 RI’s First Life Science Incubator Lands $10M Deal 

Rhode Island’s first life science incubator has secured a $10 million contract, approved by the R.I. Life Science Hub board. Located in the I-195 District’s new health and science building, the 30,000 square-foot space, backed by state funding and a partnership with Brown University and Ancora L&G, will support life science startups. The incubator is part of a broader effort to attract life science innovation and investment to Rhode Island and is expected to open by the end of 2025.

Seaside Skies

MONDAY

65° 🌡 37° | 🌧 | 💧 52% | 💨 W 16 mph

TUESDAY

57° 🌡 38° | ☁️ | 💧 5% | 💨 W 13 mph

(The forecast as of the night before this newsletter was published.)

Sound Waves

MONDAY

The Parlour | Foundation Mondays | 9pm

TUESDAY

Moonshine Alley | Tuesdays with Pat Lowell and Friends | 7pm

133 Club | Tuesday Nights with Matt Martin & the Day Drinkers | 7pm

The Parlour | Metal Night | 9pm

That’s all for today…

Thank you for reading all the way through! Feel free to email us with any questions or suggestions. You’ll hear from us again on Wednesday.

Thanks,

Oscar Punchak | Publisher, PVD Current

The answer is: C) 1990.