Mayor's Weekly Recap Blog and Newsletter 01/09/2026

CITY of PAWTUCKET

Mayor Donald R. Grebien

Weekly Recap

Pawtucket Residents:

As the City of Pawtucket kicks off 2026, residents and business owners are encouraged to look ahead to new goals and opportunities. Small business owners are reminded of the Pawtucket Business Development Corporation’s Facade Improvement Program, which offers matching grants of up to $2,000 to help improve storefront exteriors such as signage, lighting, windows, and doors. The program is designed to strengthen neighborhood commercial districts, attract customers, and support the small businesses that serve as the backbone of the community.
Get Healthy Pawtucket: Healthy People. Strong Community. Thriving City. Stay Tune For Upcoming Events
Get Involved offers links to job openings throughout the City and also includes a link to vacancies currently available on our citywide Boards and Commissions.
Pawtucket Commission on Arts & Culture Celebrates the Season with Exhibit to Honor 27th Annual Pawtucket Winter Wonderland
Pawtucket Warming Centers

Community Spotlight: Henry J. Winters Elementary School!

Upcoming Events:

Pawtucket Promotes The Arts: Free Meet and Greet Event – Tuesday, January 20th from 4:00PM – 6:00PM – 5 Carpenter Street, Pawtucket, RI
2nd Annual MLK JR Community Poetry Reading & Open Mic: Thursday, January 22 at Council Chambers, 6:00PM-7:30PM
Hope Artiste Village 2025: From live music and art shows to vintage markets and family events, Hope Artiste Village has something for everyone. Check out the full schedule: hopeartistevillage.com/events
Important Update from the Pawtucket Water Supply Board
DPW Seeks Vendors For Snow Removal: 2025/2026 Season
Pawtucket Public Library: Sound Bath Meditation with SHRI Yoga – Wednesday, January 14th at 6:00PM – Campbell Auditorium
Pawtucket Public Library: Women’s Conversation Circle – Saturday, January 17th at 11:00AM – Teen Center
Pawtucket Public Library: The Pawtucket Green Life – Valentine’s Update Meeting – February 4th, 2026, from 6:00PM-7:15PM, Campbell Auditorium
Free Books For Kids!: https://tinyurl.com/3ymkc4fa

Have a warm weekend,

City of Pawtucket

Check out this week’s Mayor’s Newsletter: Mayor’s Weekly Newsletter 01/09/26

Mayor’s Weekly Recap Blog and Newsletter 01/09/2026