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New Pop-Up Boutique Brings African Culture to the Blackstone Valley

New Pop-Up Boutique Brings African Culture to the Blackstone Valley

November 16, 2020 by Meg Rego

Geri’s Bluffing Boutique, a new pop-up business located right in NWBRV’s Millrace Cafe, is hosting a grand opening celebration on Friday, November 20, at 5:00 p.m. The pop-up boutique specializes in African apparel, gifts, fashion accessories, and décor accents. The boutique will be open through the end of Black History Month on February 28, 2021…. Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, Economic Development, Events, Millrace Kitchen, News

Levitt AMP Woonsocket Fall Lineup

Levitt AMP Woonsocket Fall Lineup

October 2, 2020 by Meg Rego

The Levitt AMP Woonsocket Millrace Series continues Friday night, October 2, 2020, with music from Boston-based blues powerhouse Julie Rhodes. Julie takes the stage at 40 South Main Street, Woonsocket, RI starting at 6pm. She and her band will perform two 45 minute sets to a physically distanced and mask-clad crowd on the Millrace Patio…. Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, Events, News

Levitt AMP Woonsocket Returns

Levitt AMP Woonsocket Returns

September 25, 2020 by Meg Rego

After a full summer of virtual shows, Levitt AMP Woonsocket has returned to offer live, in-person performances. Mark your calendars for Friday nights through October 9th, as the Millrace Patio at 40 South Main Street, Woonsocket comes alive with free concerts from 6pm – 8:30pm. With a goal of bringing people together through the power… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, Events, News

Meet Tiffany Mendez – Artist Behind the Art Center Mural

Meet Tiffany Mendez – Artist Behind the Art Center Mural

September 2, 2020 by Dulce Nunez Hernandez

The Art Center in Woonsocket recently got a stunning face-lift. K-5th graders entering the renovated space are greeted by new floors, bathrooms, tables, chairs, and, a most impressive, brand new mural designed and painted by Tiffany Mendez. Tiffany holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Painting and Art Education from Rhode Island College. She… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, News, Youth Services

Levitt AMP Woonsocket – 2020

Levitt AMP Woonsocket – 2020

July 2, 2020 by Dulce Nunez Hernandez

In response to COVID-19, many events like the Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series have been canceled for in-person gatherings. However, NeighborWorks and the Levitt AMP Woonsocket Planning Committee are committed to bringing us all together through the power of free, live music – even if it means coming up with alternative measures! Beginning on July… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, Events, Millrace Kitchen, News

Join Us for the Census Sessions

Join Us for the Census Sessions

March 31, 2020 by Meg Rego

Storyteller Mark Binder and Musician Chachi Carvalho kick off the virtual Census Sessions on Wednesday, April 1st – Census Day. They’ll be taking to facebook live, lending their unique talents to an important cause, completing the US Census. Everyone has a story, and everybody’s story should count. – Mark Binder Binder’s storytelling session will begin… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, Events, News

COVID-19 Won’t Stop Woonsocket’s Census Efforts

COVID-19 Won’t Stop Woonsocket’s Census Efforts

March 24, 2020 by Meg Rego

Storytellers and Musicians encourage RI Residents to complete their 2020 Census Wednesdays through April.

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, News

Cast your VOTE for Levitt AMP Woonsocket

Cast your VOTE for Levitt AMP Woonsocket

November 4, 2019 by Meg Rego

Cast your vote online by 8pm, Wednesday, November 20th to bring 10 weeks of FREE live music to River Island Art Park, Woonsocket, Rhode Island in Summer 2020. Concerts will be family-friendly, featuring 10 different styles of music. A little something for everyone! Directions: Register https://grant.levittamp.org/voter-registration-page/ Log in using the e-mail address and password you just… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, News

Get Your Passport to Woonsocket

Get Your Passport to Woonsocket

July 17, 2019 by Meg Rego

The Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series enters its second year bringing award-winning music to Rhode Island. This entirely free series features Grammy Award Winning Legends like Luther Guitar Jr. Johnson and Terrance Simien on the waterfront stage at River Island Art Park. Yet concert attendance is low, hovering around 400 people each week. Inspired by… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, Economic Development, Events, News

Millrace Stage – Open Mic

Millrace Stage – Open Mic

June 14, 2019 by Jon Wahl

There are plenty of new activities to be excited for in this summer’s iteration of the Levitt AMP Woonsocket Concert Series. One of the main additions to the event is an open mic session taking place on the Millrace stage from 5pm-6pm. The Millrace stage open mic is looking for anyone; from musicians to poets… Read more ⇒

Filed Under: Creative Placemaking, Events, News

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