WOONSOCKET, RI, JULY 20, 2017 – On Sunday, July 23rd, 2017, 378 Christian volunteers from 12 states arrive at Hamlet Middle School in Woonsocket, RI. Their mission, to repair the homes of 56 homeowners throughout the city as part of the Woonsocket Free Home Repair Program, coordinated by NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley. Monday through Friday… Read more ⇒
Accepting Photography Submissions: BLACKSTONE VALLEY – THEN AND NOW
NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley is currently accepting submissions to Blackstone Valley – Then and Now, a photography exhibit highlighting the natural and architectural beauty of the Blackstone Valley. Both amateur and professional photographers are encouraged to submit up to three photographs for exhibit consideration. Connie Anderson, the gallery’s curator shared that this theme “opens itself… Read more ⇒
French Speakers from Around the World Wanted for Community Arts Project
Parlez-vous français? Est-ce que vous venez d’un pays où l’on parle français comme langue principale? Join Woonsocket Arts Researchers in Exploring the French Speaking Blackstone Valley In many countries from throughout Africa, Asia, Europe and North America, French is among the primary languages spoken. In many of these, French is also a leading language in business, education… Read more ⇒
What Song is this Color?
The city of Woonsocket has been embraced by the presence of bright, vivid orange. From banners on buildings, to signs in schools, health clinics, and senior centers, Woonsocket residents are consistently being asked “What song do you think of when you see this color orange?” This is part of a grant funded partnership between artist… Read more ⇒
Ribbon cutting of the Kitchen @ 40 S. Main St. Launches NeighborWorks Week
Woonsocket, RI, June 1, 2017: On Saturday, June 3rdat 11:30am, Congressman David Cicilline, Treasurer Seth Magaziner, and local food entrepreneurs will join NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley to cut the ribbon on the Kitchen @ 40 S. Main Street, Woonsocket, officially opening it for business. This kitchen is designed to incubate small food entrepreneurs, support local… Read more ⇒
Woonsocket Free Home Repair Program is BACK
NWBRV and the City of Woonsocket are once again partnering with the Group Mission Trips Workcamps program to bring a much needed resource to private home owners in Woonsocket, predominately into the Fairmount neighborhood during the week of July 24-28, 2017. The program provides home repairs at no cost to residents of the city, increasing property values… Read more ⇒
Seeking Summer Learning Coordinator
Position Type: Summer Learning Coordinator Evaluation Schedule: Twice a Year Compensation Range: $18-20 an hour Hours: 15 hours per week in summer; School year hours vary Reports To: Education Program Manager Subject to Background Check: Yes Business Line: Community Engagement Function of Business Line: This business line offers a variety of programs and services to… Read more ⇒
Now Accepting: Summer AmeriCorps VISTA Applicants
NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley Summer of Service AmeriCorps Summer VISTA NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley, a community development corporation serving Northern RI, seeks seven outstanding individuals to provide a summer of service as part of a dynamic team through AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America). Our AmeriCorps VISTA’s will function as a core part of… Read more ⇒
Your Dream Job Awaits….
We’re Hiring! NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley is seeking a Youth Programs Manager. This individual will join a dynamic Community Building and Engagement team in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. This education professional will oversee daily operations of NWBRV’s College Ready Communities program in Woonsocket, North Smithfield and Burrillville. The College Ready Communities is a full out-of-school-time program that… Read more ⇒
Market Square Food Truck Nights
The weather is getting warmer, the sun is out, and exciting things are on the horizon for springtime in Woonsocket. Starting May 12th, NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley in partnership with Food Trucks In will kick off the beautiful weather with a series of community building Food Truck Nights promising fun for the entire family. From… Read more ⇒