Burnside Park, photo by Jef Nickerson for gcpvd.org
The city has been working in recent month on short term moves, and long term planning to improve what they are calling the Greater Kennedy Plaza area. That work has begun to manifest itself over recent weeks.
On Thursday’s in recent weeks, food has been served in Burnside […]
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Greater Kennedy Plaza
Published by Jef Nickerson June 12th, 2008 in Arts, Culture, Downcity, Events, Food, Mayor's Office, Parks/Open Space and Quality of Life. 0 CommentsProvidence Community Boating Renaissance Regatta
Published by Matthew Coolidge May 23rd, 2008 in Downcity, Events, Other Organizations, Parks/Open Space and Waterfront. 0 CommentsImage courtesy of Providence Community Boating Center website
The Providence Community Boating Center at India Point Park has announced its 2008 Renaissance Regatta Event. It will be held Thursday, July 24, 2008. From the CBC website:
Our annual Renaissance Regatta is a perfect opportunity to help a great Ocean State cause. Sponsors provide a team […]
Junkanoo @ RISD
Published by Jef Nickerson May 11th, 2008 in Arts, Colleges/Universities, Culture, East Side, Events and Video. 0 CommentsBahamian performers Junkanoo visited RISD this weekend performing at the spring block party on Benefit Street today. Above is a short video clip and below are a few photos from today’s festivities.
Photos and video by Jef Nickerson for gcpvd.org
The Steel Yard Fundraiser
Published by Jef Nickerson May 8th, 2008 in Arts, Culture, Events and Other Organizations. 0 CommentsClick to view event poster
From the Steel Yard:
From May 15-18, 2008 the Steel Yard throws open its gates for “Works in Progress,” their most ambitious fundraiser to date.
This year’s adventure will offer an exciting and unusual menu of opportunities with something for all ages, varied interests and any ability to pay. From the no-fee […]
Historic Sites Statewide Open House (05/10)
Published by Jef Nickerson May 8th, 2008 in Culture, Events, Other Organizations and Preservation. 0 CommentsRI Nexus others host “Concentric” Thurs. 05/08
Published by Matthew Coolidge May 7th, 2008 in Culture, Events, Other Organizations and Technology. 0 CommentsRI Nexus announces Concentric tomorrow night at the Wild Colonial Tavern.
We’re cross-pollinating social networks in a way that only Rhode Island can. The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), The American Institute of Architects (AIA), AIGA Rhode Island, plus the Congress for New Urbanism (CNU ), plus Providence Geeks and RI Nexus are having […]
Coming to a thoroughfare near you; bike lanes
Published by Jef Nickerson May 7th, 2008 in Bicycles, Events, Government, Quality of Life, Roads and Transit. 0 CommentsPhoto by Jef Nickerson for gcpvd.org
In a press release about National Bike to Work Day (May 16th) we learn from Bike Providence that the city is planning to stripe bike lanes on several streets in the city.
The City of Providence Department of Planning and Development has completed plans for the striping and signing of […]
Providence Kickball League Signups
Published by Matthew Coolidge April 22nd, 2008 in Culture, Events, Parks/Open Space, People and Quality of Life. 2 Commentsphoto credit: stock.xchng
The Providence Kickball League is getting ready for the 2008 season. If you’re interested in joining the fun, or you’re ready to get your team back on the roster, come by AS220 on May 10th at 4:30pm-6:00pm.
From the PKL website:
Required for Sign-ups
Team Manifesto:
This is easy. Most of you should expect this […]
Geeks Meeting Tomorrow (04/23)
Published by Jef Nickerson April 22nd, 2008 in Events, Other Organizations and Technology. 0 CommentsPhoto by bjepson on Flickr
Providence Geeks dinner is tomorrow at AS220.
Providence Geeks
Wednesday, April 23, 2008, 5:30pm – 9:00pm
AS220
WBNA Membership Kick-Off Party
Published by Jef Nickerson March 31st, 2008 in Events, Neighborhoods, Other Organizations and West Side. 0 CommentsFrom the WBNA:
5th Annual ‘roll-the-dice’
Membership Kick-Off
Come join the party and renew your membership!
Sunday, April 6th at Julian’s Restaurant, 5:30pm to 7:30PM Free food and cash bar.
Roll the Dice for your cover charge! Roll “snake eyes”and Get in for Free! Carnival games and prizes! Become a member at the Party and receive a free gift!
The fine […]
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