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Fireworks, Foodtrucks, Parades and Concerts   Blackstone Valley loves to celebrate Independence Day, and we invite you to check out the Fourth of July festivities  in our communities with fireworks, concerts, food trucks and of course, parades.   Our region is home to one of the only remaining New England Independence Day traditions of hosting an… Continue reading Celebrate Independence Weekend in Blackstone

East Providence Celebrates Pride this Saturday!   Did you miss the Pride celebrations in Providence last weekend? No worries… East Providence has a fun-filled celebration planned, kicking off with a parade at  12 noon starting at Pierce Memorial Field followed by a flag raising at 1:30 pm at the City Hall. The celebration continues across… Continue reading East Providence Celebrates Pride! Summer and Beer on tap in Pawtucket

A variety of summer music will fill RI’s Blackstone Valley this weekend! Here’s a quick rundown for you to make plans and come enjoy… Friday, June 17th the Levitt Amp Woonsocket Music Series returns with free music with national and local musicians and continues every Friday at River Island Art Park through August.  This weekend’s… Continue reading Summer Music in the Valley This Weekend!

Summer is here and we are so impressed with the creativity and cooperation of our Blackstone Valley food and drink establishments!   They are offering fun things to do for visitors and residents at their establishments – one of the many reasons why Blackstone Valley is a great place to live, work and visit!  Read on to… Continue reading Summer Culinary News – Ways to Treat Dad

On National Rivers Month, Bradley Brandt writes: “June 1st marked the start of National Rivers Month, a thirty day tribute and celebration of America’s most treasured rivers. Take a moment this month to think about your favorite waterway and how it connects to habitat, drinking water, recreation, energy, and life. What can you do to ensure that these… Continue reading National Rivers Month – Kick off at Central Falls Landing

Memorial Day Weekend is here! This is the unofficial start of summer and RI’s Blackstone Valley is loaded with parades, fun events and cool spots to check out around the region. Come and enjoy!   Today, Sunday, May 29 check out the Memorial Day organic plant sale at The Farm in Chepachet until 2 pm.… Continue reading Memorial Day Activities in the Blackstone Valley

Mother’s Day is Sunday, and there are plenty of ways to make this a special weekend here in the Blackstone Valley! Shopping & Mother’s Day Fun Shop an array of vendors, from clothing to home decor, at the Mother’s Day Marketplace at the Hope Artiste Village in Pawtucket open Saturday from 10 am – 2 pm. … Continue reading Mother’s Day: Ways to Treat Mom

Cinco de Mayo – It’s Fiesta time! Here are some options for celebrating in the Blackstone Valley:   Lola’s Lounge and Cantina, Smithfield – Reservations are limited so don’t miss out on the fun in this beautiful place!  Contact Open Table   Antojitos Taqueria, Woonsocket – The team at Antojitos Taqueria will be celebrating with… Continue reading Cinco de Mayo – It’s Fiesta Time

Earth Day is Friday, April 22nd!  With BVTC’s Keep Blackstone Valley Beautiful  program, we support several clean ups not only around Earth Day, but also throughout the year. Here are just a few happening this weekend: Friday, April 22 @ 4 – 6 pm – Turner Reservoir Walking Trail – East Providence/Seekonk Rotary Club Saturday,… Continue reading April 22 is Earth Day!

Have you made your plans for Easter yet?  Here are some of our favorite places in the Blackstone Valley that are open for Easter:   Modern Diner 364 East Avenue, Pawtucket  02860 401-726-8390 Moderndinerri.com This Saturday April 16 Modern Diner will be open from 7am-11am – closing early on Saturday only. They will be OPEN on… Continue reading Easter Brunch in Blackstone Valley

Spring has sprung! Robins are bobbing along, the crocuses and daffodils are poking up from the ground. This can only mean that the Easter Bunny is on his way. If you’re on the hunt for where to pick up some wonderful goodies to fill your Easter baskets or a special place to dine out… Blackstone… Continue reading On The Hunt for Easter – Blackstone Valley Has You Covered!