On June 5, the Rhode Island House of Representatives approved a $750,000 budget amendment supporting multilingual education through the Support and Access to Bilingual Education (SABE) Act, sponsored by Rep. David Morales. The act aims to increase the number o…
The Providence Children’s Museum is celebrating its 49th anniversary by hosting a special event called the "Free Day of Play" on Saturday, June 27. In partnership with Centreville Bank, the museum will offer families free admission for the day. This collaborat…
ENGin, a global nonprofit organization, is seeking volunteers to support Ukrainians in improving their English skills through authentic conversations. Volunteers commit to one-hour weekly video meetings for at least 12 weeks, with flexible scheduling options.…
Providence has launched its "Eat, Play, Learn" initiative to support families throughout the summer by offering free meals, recreational activities, and community programs. This citywide effort aims to ensure children and families have access to nutritious foo…
The Providence City Council’s Working Group on its role in Providence Public School Department (PPSD) governance has concluded its discussions with an agreement to modernize the procurement process for the school system. The proposed ordinance aims to streamli…
Mayor Brett Smiley announced the opening of Providence’s Summer Meal Sites, waterparks, pools, and enrichment programs starting June 29, running through the start of school in fall 2026. The initiative offers free, nutritious meals to all youth ages 18 and und…
On June 22, 2026, Providence Mayor Brett P. Smiley signed the Fiscal Year 2027 budget at Mount Hope Community Center, emphasizing the city’s commitment to maintaining essential services without raising taxes. The budget boosts funding for emergency housing rel…
During the week of June 22 to June 28, 2026, Providence, RI, comes alive with summer's warmth and vibrant community spirit. Locals and visitors alike can enjoy the picturesque waterfront, where the sun glistens off the water, inviting everyone to take leisurel…
Research by the nonprofit Stages of Freedom highlights Rhode Island's complex history with slavery, documenting both its role in the Transatlantic Slave Trade and its lesser-known anti-slavery activities. While Rhode Island enslaved people from the late 1600s…
Seven student athletes from Alfred Lima Sr. Elementary School in Providence and 14 from Central Falls have been chosen to serve as official player escorts at the upcoming World Cup. This opportunity comes through Project GOAL, a free program aimed at young soc…
The Refugee Dream Center is seeking volunteers to support local refugee youth in middle and high school by providing mentoring and academic assistance. Volunteers help students individually and in small groups with homework, English language skills, college ap…
The African Alliance of Rhode Island is seeking volunteers to support its Bami Farm in Johnston and assist with its farmers market held at the farm. The organization offers land to local African families, enabling them to grow food for personal use and for sal…
