Support Woman-Owned Businesses in the Blackstone Valley

Happy International Woman’s Month!!

Notes Coffee Co. – LGBTQ, Women, Veteran, & Latina Owned Coffee Cafe – Pawtucket, RI
- Singer/ Songwriter and marketing professional Yesenia Rubio, aka “Yess” and Army veteran YESENIA Figueroa, aka “Figs” are a married couple who got together to make their dreams come true. During the 2020 Pandemic their eyes were opened, and they decided to dive into their dream of opening up a spot to enjoy music, coffee, food, and community! Notes Coffee Co. is a place to enjoy community, creative, and of course… Coffee!!

Cakes by Eboni – Black & Woman Owned Pop Up Cake Shop – Pawtucket, RI
- Eboni Silva is a mother of 2 who has loved to bake from the time she was 4 years old. Learning from her mother and grandmother, she has always learned to do it yourself! She pops in her shop 2 times a week to make treats that everyone loves! Her two staple items are red velvet cupcakes and Nutella stuffed chocolate chip cookies! Call today and make your order!

Just Like Nana’s – The best authentic rugelach in Rhode Island – Pawtucket, RI
- Karen Griffen learned to cook as a young girl for necessity. While growing up, her Nana would make all the main meals! When her Nana got older, she sadly passed from Parkinson’s disease. At this time is when Karen took over all the family cooking! Karen describes “Just Like Nana’s” to be Authentic, Wholesome, and Ethical. She began this journey after retiring from her teaching career. Just Like Nana’s is authentic because it continues on her families’ traditions and recipes! It is wholesome because she kept the original recipe but with a bit of a healthier twist! Lastly, Just Like Nana’s is giving back by bringing healthier baked goods to the community and teaching high school students how to get creative with their baking and how to become an entrepreneur along the way.

Geri’s Bluffing Boutique – West African Roots – Woonsocket, RI
- “Geraldine Barclay-King is an entrepreneur, community leader, and now the “Head Bluffa-Jo” of Geri’s Bluffing Boutique” which has become a prime downtown spot in Woonsocket. Geri’s Bluffing Boutique is inspired by Geraldine’s West African Routes. The word “bluffing” means to look and feel good. With a goal of bringing not only a shopping experience but an overall unique shopping experience, Geri’s brings you pieces you may have never seen before!! Geri’s Bluffing Boutique has stuff for everyone including women, men, children, African-Bohemian-inspired home décor, art, and customized gift sets.

Booth on Main – Minority and Woman Owned – Pawtucket, RI
- Booth is owned by a team of 3. Miellette McFarlane, Tatiana Baena and Michael Silva are the team behind Booth on Main. Coming from California, Colombia and Pawtucket itself, this team wants you to be able to experience your event the right way! This 1,100 square feet multimedia recreational and retail space is perfect for any event you are looking to host!

The Heal Room – Founded by Two Latina Women – Pawtucket, RI
- Ana Duque and Karen Mejias opened The Heal Room in 2020 making it the first Zero Waste Wellness Shop to forth a mission of promoting harmony, sustainability, and wellness in the community. Recently, they joined forces with Jasmin Acevedo, RN BSN, founder of Four 2 Five Wellness to make their business that much more impressive! “As we move forward, The Heal Room embraces the collective strength of its leaders, with a team full of minority women of color working hand in hand to inspire a community-wide shift toward higher consciousness. Together, we aim to rewrite the narrative, proving that UNITY and mutual upliftment are the keys to a thriving, connected world.” – The Heal Room

Scentique – Black & Woman Owned – East Providence, RI
- After being in Miami, owner Kristin Smith got her idea for opening a candle bar and fragrance studio after seeing a similar concept in Miami, Florida. This is Rhode Island’s fist candle bar and fragrance studio! This unique activity is perfect for date night or a girl’s night out. Scentique experience is for everyone and can also be the perfect event spot for your next parry or outing!