Wee-One Wednesdays at RWP Botanical Center! 

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWPBC! Register HEREWednesday mornings 9:00am-10:00am, check-in begins at 8:45am. Bring your preschooler, ages 2-4, to the Botanical Center to explore and enjoy an hour of family fun and crafts.   Enjoy nature themed activities: walks, stories, and......More

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWPBC! Register HEREWednesday mornings 9:00am-10:00am, check-in begins at 8:45am. Bring your preschooler, ages 2-4, to the Botanical Center to explore and enjoy an hour of family fun and crafts.   Enjoy nature themed activities: walks, stories, and crafts.  Explore the greenhouses and gardens with your little ones. Wear? Comfortable clothes and shoes, sunscreen, and bug spray. Bring? Water, snacks, and a lunch if you want to stay to play on the grounds.   Restrooms available. Limited space per class. To purchase tickets, visit www.providenceri.gov/botanical-center, click [Purchase Tickets] button, and select date of visit to start registration/ticket transaction.  Share photos of your experience using hashtags: #RWPBC #RWPBotanicalCenter #PVDParks   Visit the FB Event Page:  Visit the RWPBC FB Page: www.facebook.com/rwpbotanicalcenter     

Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Salsa Class Series

Salsa Class SeriesWednesdays, 6-7 PM, February 25 – April 15Roger Williams Park Gateway CenterJoin Cultura Dance Arts for a free, beginner-friendly Salsa Class Series at the Roger Williams Gateway Center! Whether you’ve always wanted to try salsa or you’re ready to brus......More

Salsa Class SeriesWednesdays, 6-7 PM, February 25 – April 15Roger Williams Park Gateway CenterJoin Cultura Dance Arts for a free, beginner-friendly Salsa Class Series at the Roger Williams Gateway Center! Whether you’ve always wanted to try salsa or you’re ready to brush up on your basics, this is your sign to get on the dance floor! No partner needed.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Xtreme Fitness Class

Xtreme Fitness ClassBeginner Classes: Sundays at 10 AM and Wednesdays at 6 PMRWP Gateway CenterFree classes twice a week at the Gateway Center! Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Advanced Xtreme Fitness Class

Advanced Xtreme Fitness ClassAdvanced Classes: Sundays at 11 AM and Wednesdays at 7 PMRWP Gateway CenterFree classes twice a week at the Gateway Center! Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction - Beginner Level

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner LevelThe Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance)Fridays, 6:30-7:30 PM (fall/winter schedule)An active class that includes a fundamental training program with exercises and practice of integrated Tai Chi mov......More

Tai Chi Paradigm® Introduction – Beginner LevelThe Gateway Center at Roger Williams Park (Broad Street entrance)Fridays, 6:30-7:30 PM (fall/winter schedule)An active class that includes a fundamental training program with exercises and practice of integrated Tai Chi movements. Improve balance and coordination, develop stability and strength, and wind down from the busy week. Simple but effective in approach, and suitable for beginners. To register: Email [email protected] Instructor: Colleen Shea, Be Balanced Tai Chi and Qigong, LLC  

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi Budnick

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi BudnickSaturdays 9:00 – 10:00At the RWP Gateway CenterRegister ahead & Bring your own Mat Register HERE, Registration RequiredThese accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi will offer a well-rou......More

Yoga for Every Body with Mimi BudnickSaturdays 9:00 – 10:00At the RWP Gateway CenterRegister ahead & Bring your own Mat Register HERE, Registration RequiredThese accessible yoga classes are good for beginners and long-time practitioners alike! Mimi will offer a well-rounded practive to build strength, release tension in the body, and cultivate peace in the mind and the heart. Classes are limited to 15 people. Please arrive on time. Must register ahead  Participants may check in at the Roger Williams Park Gateway center front desk starting at 8:45AM or register in advance online. Yoga mats not provided – please bring your own mat.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Free First Saturdays In The Park

Come and visit your favorite attractions. The RWP Zoo, the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, and The RWP Botanical Center offer free admission to all city of Providence residents, every first Saturday! Bring your proof of residency and enjoy!!    

Roger Williams Park, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Mental Health Mornings

Mental Health MorningsApril 4, 9-10 AMRoger Williams Park Botanical CenterJoin us for an hour of calm in the magical space of the Botanical Center with a relaxed session guided by heath expert Sandra Victorino, presented by the Roger Williams Park Conservancy. REGISTER ......More

Mental Health MorningsApril 4, 9-10 AMRoger Williams Park Botanical CenterJoin us for an hour of calm in the magical space of the Botanical Center with a relaxed session guided by heath expert Sandra Victorino, presented by the Roger Williams Park Conservancy. REGISTER ONLINE. Tickets are free but required in order to keep the group to a reasonable size (limit 15). The session runs one hour additional time spent in Botanical Center is encouraged but requires purchasing a ticket in person or online. Sandra Victorino has a private practice and is co-founder of the Latino Mental Health Network of Rhode Island. She has worked in the mental health field for 17 years. Her areas of interest in health care are access for all populations, health and mental health equity, and culturally and linguistically appropriate health services. In addition, her current work focuses on building leadership capabilities, diversity and inclusion, and developing and strengthening partnerships in our communities.

Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Walk With A Doc

Walk With A DocSaturdays once a monthMeet at the Boathouse at 10:00amSee and sign up on their website HERE and email to register for the these and other free walks [email protected] Connecting with your community is a walk in the park with Walk With A Doc. Join ......More

Walk With A DocSaturdays once a monthMeet at the Boathouse at 10:00amSee and sign up on their website HERE and email to register for the these and other free walks [email protected] Connecting with your community is a walk in the park with Walk With A Doc. Join the Providence Parks Department, Lifespan, and the Roger Williams Park Conservancy for this fun, informal walk led by medical experts to discuss timely health topics. See you there!

Clark Dalrymple Boathouse in Roger Williams Park, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Free Monthly Soil Testing

Free Monthly Soil TestingApril 4, May 2, June 6, September 5, October 3 from 10 AM-1 PMDuring (Free) First Saturdays at the Botanical Center in Roger Williams ParkWe’re excited to partner with URI’s Master Gardener program to provide free pH testing again this season. T......More

Free Monthly Soil TestingApril 4, May 2, June 6, September 5, October 3 from 10 AM-1 PMDuring (Free) First Saturdays at the Botanical Center in Roger Williams ParkWe’re excited to partner with URI’s Master Gardener program to provide free pH testing again this season. Testing your soil is a good way to learn more about the dirt under your feet. Healthier soil means healthier plants, which you really want to focus on when planting fruit and vegetable gardens. (We’re looking at you community garden plots!) In city environments, it’s especially important to know whether you have toxins in your yard before planting anything edible. High toxin levels are fairly common in our neighborhoods due to Providence’s industrial history, but we can work together to improve soil health! To collect your soil sample: Get a small clean shovel and a container.Determine the area you want to test. Dig at least 6 inches down and place soil in your bag.Collect soil from several spots and mix it all together.Dry the soil sample. Spread the soil out on newspaper or a paper plate.Remove any stones, roots, and other debris.Finally, put about one (1) cup of the dry, mixed soil into a clean plastic or paper bag. Label it so you know where it came from!Bring it in. We’ll test the pH on site, evaluate texture, and give you recommendations to improve it.2026 Soil Testing Schedule at the Botanical Center: *Every (Free) First Saturday from 10am-1pm. Admission is free for Providence Residents every first Saturday of the month. Soil testing season at the Botanical Center takes place March through October. *No Soil Testing in July or August

Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Storytime in the Garden with Chris

Storytime in the Garden with Chris1st & 3rd Saturdays, 11:00 AM Join Chris at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center for a special storytime. Chris will be leading a storytime every 1st and 3rd Saturday! The reading will be followed by a fun and interactive activity i......More

Storytime in the Garden with Chris1st & 3rd Saturdays, 11:00 AM Join Chris at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center for a special storytime. Chris will be leading a storytime every 1st and 3rd Saturday! The reading will be followed by a fun and interactive activity in our Little Sprouts Play Area. Storytime is free to attend with general admission. Materials for the craft activity will be provided.  

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

Bachata & Merengue Classes 

Bachata & Merengue ClassesSaturdays, 11 AM-12 PMRoger Williams Park Gateway CenterLearn Bachata & Merengue at the Gateway Center! Classes are free, but registration is required. To register, email [email protected].

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Xtreme Fitness Class

Xtreme Fitness ClassBeginner Classes: Sundays at 10 AM and Wednesdays at 6 PMRWP Gateway CenterFree classes twice a week at the Gateway Center! Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Advanced Xtreme Fitness Class

Advanced Xtreme Fitness ClassAdvanced Classes: Sundays at 11 AM and Wednesdays at 7 PMRWP Gateway CenterFree classes twice a week at the Gateway Center! Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

RWP Botanical Center Closed Mondays

Roger Williams Park Botanical Center

Drawing Wild From the Collection

Drawing Wild From the CollectionThe following Mondays, 1-4 PM:January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6 & May 4RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumYou will have the opportunity to discover, or rediscover, the fascinating collections during this private program ex......More

Drawing Wild From the CollectionThe following Mondays, 1-4 PM:January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6 & May 4RWP Museum of Natural History and PlanetariumYou will have the opportunity to discover, or rediscover, the fascinating collections during this private program exploring the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park. Bring a small easel or chair and your drawing or painting materials, and choose your subject from the collections of birds, bears, lions, and Oceanic artifacts. Museum staff will also select some special “guests” from the museum vaults to display. During the program, the instructor will circulate for those who wish feedback, and at the end of the session, attendees will gather to view and discuss each other’s work. Museum is closed to the public during this program. Program fee: $35 per adult/ $30 for museum members. Pre-registration required.   Permitted Materials: You may bring the medium of your choice — charcoal pencils, graphite, colored pencils, pastels, or watercolor (please, no oils or acrylics).  All skill levels are welcome to participate, high school age and older. Capacity is limited, so sign up early to guarantee your spot. INSTRUCTOR:KATHY HODGE: Kathy Hodge attended RISD and has a BFA in painting from Swain School of Design. She has been working in oils and charcoal for over 30 years, has exhibited widely and was awarded the 2017 Fellowship in Painting from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts. Kathy has long taken inspiration from the natural world in her landscape paintings and was appointed Artist in Residence in thirteen of our National Parks and Forests. She first discovered the museum collections when taking a museum class and she is very excited to be able to offer this opportunity to draw from the collections.  

Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02905, United States

Yoga with Molly

Yoga with MollyTuesdays, 9-10 AMRWP Botanical CenterGreenhouse yoga is back! On Tuesday mornings from 9am-10am, bring your mat, block, and get ready to stretch. Get Tickets Here No class on January 27 nor Feb 3. Molly C. Greene brings over fifteen years of practice and ......More

Yoga with MollyTuesdays, 9-10 AMRWP Botanical CenterGreenhouse yoga is back! On Tuesday mornings from 9am-10am, bring your mat, block, and get ready to stretch. Get Tickets Here No class on January 27 nor Feb 3. Molly C. Greene brings over fifteen years of practice and three years of teaching. Tending to the physical and energetic body with sequences inspired by Ayurveda and the chakra system. Focusing on the fundamentals of asana, pranayama, and meditation. Encouraging connection, compassion, embodiment, and authenticity.

Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Sun Style Tai Chi for Beginners

Sun Style Tai Chi for BeginnersEvery first Tuesday, 11 AM – 12 PMRWP Botanical CenterEvery first Tuesday of the month, certified instructor Colleen Shea will lead a beginner-friendly class focused on Sun Style Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a rejuvenating art practiced for its pro......More

Sun Style Tai Chi for BeginnersEvery first Tuesday, 11 AM – 12 PMRWP Botanical CenterEvery first Tuesday of the month, certified instructor Colleen Shea will lead a beginner-friendly class focused on Sun Style Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a rejuvenating art practiced for its proven evidence-based benefits. Make some friends, take care of your body, and enjoy a day in the greenhouses. Registration is required. Please register by emailing [email protected]. Note: There is a required $5 admission fee for the Botanical Center paid onsite at the ticket booth. Classes are sponsored by AARP/RI in collaboration with City of Providence Fitness in the Parks FREE to all participants.

Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWP Botanical Center! 

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWPBC! Register HEREWednesday mornings 9:00am-10:00am, check-in begins at 8:45am. Bring your preschooler, ages 2-4, to the Botanical Center to explore and enjoy an hour of family fun and crafts.   Enjoy nature themed activities: walks, stories, and......More

Wee-One Wednesdays at RWPBC! Register HEREWednesday mornings 9:00am-10:00am, check-in begins at 8:45am. Bring your preschooler, ages 2-4, to the Botanical Center to explore and enjoy an hour of family fun and crafts.   Enjoy nature themed activities: walks, stories, and crafts.  Explore the greenhouses and gardens with your little ones. Wear? Comfortable clothes and shoes, sunscreen, and bug spray. Bring? Water, snacks, and a lunch if you want to stay to play on the grounds.   Restrooms available. Limited space per class. To purchase tickets, visit www.providenceri.gov/botanical-center, click [Purchase Tickets] button, and select date of visit to start registration/ticket transaction.  Share photos of your experience using hashtags: #RWPBC #RWPBotanicalCenter #PVDParks   Visit the FB Event Page:  Visit the RWPBC FB Page: www.facebook.com/rwpbotanicalcenter     

Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI, 02907, United States

Salsa Class Series

Salsa Class SeriesWednesdays, 6-7 PM, February 25 – April 15Roger Williams Park Gateway CenterJoin Cultura Dance Arts for a free, beginner-friendly Salsa Class Series at the Roger Williams Gateway Center! Whether you’ve always wanted to try salsa or you’re ready to brus......More

Salsa Class SeriesWednesdays, 6-7 PM, February 25 – April 15Roger Williams Park Gateway CenterJoin Cultura Dance Arts for a free, beginner-friendly Salsa Class Series at the Roger Williams Gateway Center! Whether you’ve always wanted to try salsa or you’re ready to brush up on your basics, this is your sign to get on the dance floor! No partner needed.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Xtreme Fitness Class

Xtreme Fitness ClassBeginner Classes: Sundays at 10 AM and Wednesdays at 6 PMRWP Gateway CenterFree classes twice a week at the Gateway Center! Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907

Advanced Xtreme Fitness Class

Advanced Xtreme Fitness ClassAdvanced Classes: Sundays at 11 AM and Wednesdays at 7 PMRWP Gateway CenterFree classes twice a week at the Gateway Center! Reach out to [email protected] for more information.

RWP Gateway Center, 1197 Broad St., providence, RI, 02907