Arts & Entertainment
Traci Picard, Historian and Providence Resident
‘It was really this place that made me this kind of artist’
From late-night meals to lively murals and unlikely friendships, Leo’s in Providence’s Jewelry District was more than a restaurant — it was a cultural crossroads. As Rhode Islanders mourn the loss of John Rector, the man behind the magic, former patrons reflect on the food, art, and community that made Leo’s a legend
At Holidaze Stained Glass, Karyn Szaro blends creativity, adventure, and connection—turning every class into a vibrant celebration of spirit and self-expression
The indefatigable animal advocate launches Season 4 of “Animal Talk” on Rhode Island PBS
In her work, Harada draws on her Japanese-American family’s incarceration story to explore the past — and spark conversations about fear, identity, and remembrance in today’s political climate
The newest installment of the hit reality franchise will spotlight longtime friendships, family ties, and high-stakes drama set against Rhode Island’s coastal charm — though it won’t qualify for state film tax credits
The president and CEO of The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS said she is “very concerned.”
With pizza, mentorship, and a mic, Roberto Gonzalez and his student-led program give youth a voice—turning curiosity into confidence and classrooms into launchpads for global storytelling