Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben talk about Rhode Island events for the week of 3/10/17, including: Subscribe: iTunes | StitcherDownload: (.mp3) | Mobile PlaySocial: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: The 61st Annual Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade This year, Newport will host its 61st annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade itself kicks off at 11am from City Hall on Broadway but the crowds start forming a couple hours beforehand so you'll want to make sure you're early. Plenty of events at Newport's bars and restaurants before, during and after the the parade. https://www.facebook.com/events/1382201095165123/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 New England Scholastic Band Association (NESBA) Winter Percussion & Color Guard Competition - Cranston East High School - Sunday March 12 - 11am - 2pm https://www.facebook.com/events/1834978523457198/ For the 2nd time, Cranston High School East plays host to 12 groups competing in the New England Scholastic Band Association (NESBA) competition! Don’t miss this chance to experience an exciting display of percussive arts as talented students from all over New England compete in this unique musical format. The event will be held in the GYM at Cranston High School East on SUNDAY March March 12, 2017 - bring your friends and family! Adult Admission $10.00 Seniors/Students $8.00 Children 6 and Under – Free DOORS OPEN at 11am; SHOW STARTS at 12pm Zoot Suit Ball http://students.brown.edu/swing/ Brown University Friday March 11, 8-midnight Join the Compaq Big Band on Friday March 11th as we return to one of our favorite, highest energy, longtime annual gigs, the Brown University ‘Zoot Suit Ball’ in Providence, RI. This is a FREE, PUBLIC dance presented by theBrown Swing Club. There is beginner-friendly group lesson from 8:00pm to 9:00pm, and the band plays 9:00pm to Midnight. Dancers of all levels and age groups, singles, couples, and groups are welcomed. The venue is Sayles Hall on the Brown campus. Midway between Waterman and George Streets – use the map to navigate or “79 Waterman Street Providence RI”. This stately old building will be jumpin' that night! Classy attire encouraged. The Magic of ABBA - featuring Abbacadabra at Stadium Theater Friday, http://www.stadiumtheatre.com/events/the-magic-of-abba-featuring-abbacadabra-the-ultimate-abba-tribute/197 With the new resurgence of the ‘70s, portrayed in part by the hugely popular live musical production and now the world wide release of “Mamma Mia” - The Movie, the music of ABBA is finding its way back into the hearts of those who lived it then and taking over the hearts of those who are experiencing it for the first time now. Abbacadabra promises to continue the momentum! Abbacadabra is the best ABBA tribute around and they’ll prove it to you as they perform ABBA’s greatest hits in full ABBA fashion and flair! “S.O.S.,” “Super Trooper” and “Dancing Queen” will be re-created with such precision that you’ll swear you are listening to the originals themselves. Tickets: $24, $29, $36 The Lion King at PPAC https://www.ppacri.org/ Through MArch 19th -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Family Friendly Bowled Over for Southern Rhode Island Volunteers - Old Mountain Lanes - Wakefield https://www.facebook.com/events/1797551143839998/ Come out and join us on Sunday, March 12th at the Old Mountain Lanes for the Edna Berniers' Memorial Bowling event. There will be raffles and prizes for participants. All proceeds raised support services for elderly and disabled adults across Southern Rhode Island. Registration starts at 10:00 and bowling starts at 12:00! ------------------------------------------