On April 18th, NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley inaugurated the Millrace Bread Oven with a ribbon cutting and community Pizza Party at 40 South Main Street. Attendees got to sample pizza from the wood-fired bread oven, sample soda from Millrace Kitchen member HG80, enjoy music by the Daniel Hill Trio, AND get a dose of Healthy Habits… Read more ⇒
College Ready Communities Holiday Party
This holiday season our staff and students held their annual holiday party at the College Ready Communities program. Our middle and high school students had spent the days leading up to it decorating the center with lights, bows and garland all over. One seventh grader said “Mr. Zach, we don’t have a Christmas tree but… Read more ⇒
Register for Award-Winning Youth Program in North Smithfield
Marshfield Commons is an after-school program for kids in grades K-5th in North Smithfield, RI. This DCYF-certified daycare facility provides more than childcare! Teachers cultivate personal and academic growth inspiring creativity, collaboration, and success. Your kids will be supported by a dedicated team of teachers. Daily programming includes: Homework assistance – We are in direct contact… Read more ⇒
Youth Share Their Perspectives at Together RI Event
On Thursday, March 22nd, students from the C3 Center attended “Together RI,” an initiative of the Rhode Island Foundation aimed at bringing together diverse groups of people to learn how they feel about Rhode Island. NWBRV youth joined the very first of 20 gatherings, giving a voice to young adults throughout Woonsocket. The event was held… Read more ⇒
Join our team! Make a difference everyday
Today is your lucky day. The College Ready Community program at NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley is seeking two new dynamic educators to join the teaching team. If you are an educator or know of an educator, please consider applying to work with our K-12 students in Woonsocket or North Smithfield. Position Description Teacher/ Teacher’s Assistant… Read more ⇒
NWBRV Partnerships Lead to Successful Students
Hear two success stories from our incredible youth program: This summer our students started their own micro businesses as part of our summer learning initiative. During this program sponsored by the United Way of Rhode Island, there was one student in particular that shined extra bright this summer. At the start of the program, Anthony… Read more ⇒
