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The Must List

10 essential events this month

Witches dance like no muggle is watching

Through October 9:

PORTALES: Reimagining the Future, an art exhibit curated by Providence College faculty, celebrates the artists and organizers who strengthened Rhode Island’s communities during the pandemic and the movement against racial injustice. WaterFire.org

October 1:

StoryFest 22 brings tall tales, folk tales, musical stories, and more to the Providence Innovation District Park. Bring a blanket and picnic and cozy up for a day of family-friendly stories. MarkBinderBooks.com For a statewide listing of events visit us online! HeyRhody.com

October 7-10:

Head to the Hill for the Columbus Day Festival, an annual tradition put on by the Federal Hill Commerce Association. Enjoy entertainment, live chef demonstrations, a parade, and a taste of neighborhood restaurants. FederalHillProv.com

October 8:

Stroll Benefit Street to peruse handmade fine art and design work by 130+ student and alumni artists, exemplifying mastery of craftsmanship in a wide variety of media, at RISD Craft. Facebook: RISD Craft

October 11:

Grab your robe and broom and join in the Witches Dance as it parades across the Michael Van Leesten Memorial Bridge, with the Dancing Witches of Providence and the Providence Drum Troop. RIWitchesGuild.com

October 16:

Participate or donate to this walk and movement dedicated to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. The 5K walk, which kicks o at 7:30am at Kennedy Plaza, raises funds for survivors and patients. ACSEvents.org

October 16:

Dance among the graves at The Mausoleum Hill Sessions at the North Burial Ground, featuring music from local artists Stev Delmonico of The Quahogs, Vudu Sister, and Dave Alves. Facebook: The Mausoleum Sessions

October 25-30:

The beloved movie Tootsie comes to life in musical form at PPAC. In this hilarious love letter to the theater, talented but unsuccessful actor Michael Dorsey lands a surprise role of a lifetime. PPACRI.org

October 30:

Dash through the RIPTA bus tunnels in your costume of choice dodging spooky zombies – and bring the little ones along for a fun run of their own at the Halloween Monster Dash 5K. MonsterDashRace.com

October 28-November 6:

Celebrate Little Rhody’s big vegan scene with plant-based cuisine prepared by chefs and restaurants across the city and beyond at PVD Vegan Restaurant Week. Find specials from participating eateries online. VegRestaurantWeek.com