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First Night—Providence, RI - 2003

By Dr. Roberta E. Zlokower
December 31, 2002

First Night in Providence, a different and unique hideaway, a New England Tradition, snow and ice, but ever so warm in its scintillating memories. Everybody in town can participate, and First Night festivities, throughout the Capital City, included theater, mime, fire-dancers, Dance Music, Latin dance, Illusionists, and a grand finale of fireworks, one that only a City like Providence could put together. Providence is one of my favorite cities, as I had lived there for a few years, and the restaurants and ambiance are ethnic and exciting. In the following photos, I think I have captured the essence of First Night Providence, so aptly organized by Doris Stephens, the Executive Director, and the businesses and Political Officials of the City of Providence, RI.

Alexander and His Latin Band

Everybody Dances

Salsa Practice

Family Fun

Happy Couples

Almost Midnight

Alexander's Band

Band

Press Lady

Band

Band

Revelers

Merengue

Infusion Band

Band

Band

Band

Band

Band

Rory Raven, Psychic Illusionist

Rory Raven

Fire Dance

Politicians

Fireworks

Fireworks

Fireworks

Happy New Year

The RI Capital Building