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Weekly Recap
Pawtucket Residents:
- As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, the City of Pawtucket will host the Annual Community Impact Award Ceremony on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 6–8pm at the Blackstone Valley Visitor’s Center. This year’s honorees include Eliza Figueroa (Exceptional Student Leader), Yoselin Borrero (Outstanding Business Leader), and Stephanie Castano (Impactful Community Leader). Join us in celebrating their achievements with an evening of food, music, and art. The event is free and open to the public.
- Restaurant Week 2025 is coming to Pawtucket from October 20–25! Local restaurants are invited to join this exciting weeklong celebration of food and community—an opportunity to showcase unique flavors, highlight menus, and attract new customers. Signing up is simple: email [email protected] for details and see the flyer below.
- Pawtucket Joins AARP’s Age-Friendly Network: Survey
Pawtucket is now officially part of the AARP Age-Friendly Communities Network! Older adults and caregivers (45+) are encouraged to take our Age-Friendly Survey to share input on how we can improve quality of life for all residents. - Join Us for the Pawtucket Hall of Fame Awards Banquet! The Pawtucket Hall of Fame Committee (PHOF) proudly announces the 2025 list of Pawtucket Hall of Fame inductees. The public is invited to the annual Pawtucket Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony on Friday, November 7, 2025, beginning at 6 pm (reception), 7 pm (dinner) at the Pawtucket Armory Arts Center, 172 Exchange Street, Pawtucket, RI.
- Congratulations to the 27th Annual Photo Contest Winners! Mayor Grebien announced the winners of this year’s contest, which highlights Pawtucket’s daily life, history, and landscapes through photography. Thank you to all participants, our dedicated judges, and Pat Zacks for keeping this city tradition alive. We look forward to next year’s contest!
Community Meetings:
If you missed them, join us for the remaining meetings:
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Oct. 7, 6 PM – District Six: Nathanael Greene Elementary, 285 Smithfield Ave.
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Oct. 14, 6 PM – District Four: Francis J. Varieur Elementary, 486 Pleasant St.
Residents may attend any meeting. For details, call 401-728-0500 ext. 298.
Community Spotlight
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Community Spotlight: Councilors Roberto Moreno & Yesenia Rubio – In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate City Councilors Roberto Moreno and Yesenia Rubio for their dedication to Pawtucket. Councilor Moreno emphasizes everyday actions that lift others, while Councilor Rubio works to ensure every voice is heard and strengthens connections across the city. We thank them for their leadership and commitment to an inclusive Pawtucket.
Upcoming Events:
- Polish Flag Raising: Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, 4:00 PM
- Hope Artiste Village 2025: From live music and art shows to vintage markets and family events, Hope Artiste Village has something for everyone. Events run July through November, with weekly happenings and special celebrations. Check out the full schedule: hopeartistevillage.com/events
- BVCAP ESL Class: BVCAP ESL class beginner/intermediate
- Pawtucket Public Library: Women’s Conversation Circle – October 11th – 11:00 AM
- Pawtucket Public Library: Spanish Conversation Class, October 6th @6:30PM
Important Notice:
- FSA ID Workshop at the Pawtucket Library!
- Trunk or Treat: Slater Park Tennis Courts 4:30-6:30
- RIFC: Trick or Suite, October 25th, at CentrevilleBank Stadium
Have a fantastic weekend!
City of Pawtucket