Awake and Sing! by Clifford Odets

Directed by Fred Sullivan, Jr., the show will take the stage at the Gamm Theatre at 172 Exchange Street in Pawtucket. Living together in a cramped Bronx tenement and laid low by the Great Depression, a working-class Jewish family copes with financial hardship and dreams of a brighter future. Gritty, passionate, funny and heartbreaking, Odets' 1935 multi-generational masterpiece beautifully captures the hopes and struggles of an unforgettable American family. The show will run until Feb. 15. Those interested in tickets should check out www.gammtheatre.org or call 723-4266.

History Buffs, Walkers and Talkers Needed

The Rhode Island Historical Society is now recruiting energetic, inquisitive lovers of history to be volunteer museum guides and educators at its John Brown House Museum in Providence. The Society is also recruiting guides for its SummerWalks historical walking tour program, which presents tours of Benefit Street, College Hill and RiverWalk. Formal training for SummerWalks will begin in March, but all interested individuals are welcome to attend John Brown House Museum training for an introduction to the Rhode Island Historical Society. Training takes place at the John Brown House Museum, located at 52 Power Street in Providence. Registration for training classes, taking place until Feb. 25 on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., is required. For more information, visit rihs.org, e-mail dsantos@rihs.org or call 273-7507 ext. 60.

A Benefit for The Tomorrow Fund

CADEAUX du MONDE's Galerie Escalier comes alive with "Thayer's Family & Friends III: A Benefit for The Tomorrow Fund,” which started in January and is running through March. The Silent Art Auction will feature an array of multimedia work donated by local artists. Call the gallery at 848-0550 for more details. CADEAUX du MONDE is open daily from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at 26 Mary Street in Newport and can be found at www.cadeauxdumonde.com.

On stage at Trinity Rep

According to the New York Times, “A Raisin in the Sun” is a drama that “changed American theater forever.” It is playing now and will run until March 8. Kicking off on Feb. 20 at their 201 Washington Street location, “The Secret Rapture” will run throughout the entire month of March. Show times vary for this political and moral tale within the frame of one family’s crisis. Details on the performances, show times and the theater are available at www.trinityrep.com or by calling 351-4242.

Ranger Days

Valerie and William Paul, founders of the Blackstone Valley Sugaring Association, will present “Sugaring in the Blackstone Valley.” The organization and program are dedicated to educating the public about maple sugaring throughout the Blackstone Valley. The Pauls will speak on Feb. 15 at 1:30 p.m. at the Museum of Work and Culture, which is located at 42 South Main Street in Woonsocket. Call 769-9675 or visit www.rihs.org for information.

February Education Nights

"Education Nights" will be held throughout the month of February at the Ocean State Harley-Davidson, Inc. office at 5 Albany Road in Warwick. Weekly seminars are designed to address the varied interests of high adventure enthusiasts. A dinner and refreshment time will precede each night's program, running Wednesday evenings from Feb. 4 to 25. Their Web site, oceanstatehd.com, has details, or you can call 781-6866.

Providence Performing Arts Center

The Tony Award-winning musical “Fiddler on the Roof” has captured the hearts of people across the world with its universal appeal. In a huge theatrical feat, audiences will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the original Tevye, Chaim Topol, perform the role that has made him legendary with his award-winning portrayal in "Fiddler on the Roof” from February 10 to 15. “Stomp” takes the stage at PPAC from Feb. 20 to 22 with a unique presentation of dance. PPAC also hosts “The Wizard of Oz” from Feb. 27 until March 1. All shows are performed at 220 Weybosset Street in Providence. Check out www.ppacri.org or call 421-2997 for tickets and details.

An Evening with Lincoln!

Join in the celebration for the 200th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's birth on Feb. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Robb Dimmick will present his acclaimed performance of Lincoln. Dimmick is a local actor, director and playwright. Since 1983, he has toured the eastern seaboard with his remarkable portrayal of Abraham Lincoln, entitled, “A. Lincoln Portrait.” A reception sponsored by Decadent Catering of Ristorante Pizzico will follow. Admission is $5 but members are free. The celebration will take place at the First Unitarian Church, located at 1 Benevolent Street in Providence. Visit www.rihs.org or call 331-8575 ext. 45 for more information.

Providence Art Club February Exhibitions

The Providence Art Club has exciting exhibits on display from Feb. 15 until March 6 in each of their galleries, located at 11 Thomas Street in Providence. In the Maxwell Mays Gallery will be pieces from Nancy Godfray, Nancy Hart and Carole Kenny. Work by William Barnum will be available for viewing in the Dodge House Gallery. The Providence Art Club is open Monday through Friday from 12 to 4 p.m. and weekends from 2 to 4 p.m. Their Web site, providenceartclub.org, has more information, or call 331-1114 with questions.

Jeffrey Siegel’s Keyboard Conversations

Taking the stage in Sapinsley Hall in the Nazarian Center at Rhode Island College will be noted keyboardist Jeffrey Siegel. The Longevity of the Short Piece, Mendelssohn Song Without Words, Grieg Lyric pieces, Brahms Rhapsodies and Chopin Nocturnes are among the selections to be performed on Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Sapinsley Hall can be found in Providence at 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue. Call 456-8144 or go to www.ric.edu/pfa for details.

2009 Rhode Island Spring Flower & Garden Show

The 2009 Rhode Island Spring Flower & Garden Show at the Rhode Island Convention Center celebrates its 16th year from Feb. 19 to 22. The theme of New England’s largest flower show is "Gardens of the World," which will dazzle your winter-parched eyes. Featured speakers are Ken Druse, Roger Swain and Karl Gercens. Advance tickets are available for the show, open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the 1 Sabin Street Center. Interested parties can visit www.flowershow.com or call 253-0246.

Floral-Themed Tours at the John Brown House Museum

On Feb. 20 and 21, the John Brown House Museum will be offering museum tours with a floral theme. These special tours will be offered in collaboration with the annual Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show held at the Rhode Island Convention Center the same weekend. Tours begin at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. The tours are free for members but cost $5 for non-members. The John Brown House Museum is located at 52 Power Street in Providence and can be reached at 273-7507 ext. 62 or www.rihs.org.

V-Day Until the Violence STOPS: Providence FESTIVAL

Until the Violence STOPS: Providence will host the second annual festival of events around the city, with each event acting as a fundraiser for a local organization that is working to end violence against women and girls. Events include “The Vagina Monologues” at the Renaissance Hotel, a burlesque show, a film festival, roller derby exhibition, self-defense classes, a poetry slam and many other events. For more information, log on to the Web site at www.peaceprovidence.com. The festival will hit the streets from Feb. 20 to 28.

Off the Beaten Path: A Jazz & Tap Odyssey

Off the Beaten Path: A Jazz & Tap Odyssey was created under the direction of award-winning choreographer Drika Overton and composer Paul Arslanian in collaboration with renowned tap dancers Brenda Bufalino and Josh Hilberman. This event will have workshops available to the public and will take place at the Auditorium in Roberts Hall at RIC on Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 456-8194 or visit www.ric.edu/pfa.

Concert: Bach Cantatas

Newport Baroque joins soloists from Providence College with Sine Nomine choral ensemble in a program of Bach cantatas, including cantatas 22, 150 and 166. Newport Baroque and Providence College sponsor this educational outreach program, which is scheduled for Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. The performance will be at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts at Providence College, located at 549 River Ave. in Providence. Visit http://newportbaroque.org or call 855-3096 for details.