City of Providence | Weekly Archives

~PEMA | Operation SMART EXIT

"Don't Gamble on Your Preparedness"Operation SMART EXIT is full-scale (planned & scheduled) evacuation of the ten "plus" largest commercial buildings in Downtown Providence, RI.

The Mayor's Substance Abuse Prevention Council, Providence Police Deparment And Local Walgreen's Partner With DEA In Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

Mayor Taveras, Chief Clements, Health Director Dr. Fine, Council members Jennings and Matos to host press conference TOMORROW AT 1PM promoting safe disposal of unused and expired prescription drugs

Mayor Taveras Presents FY13 Budget to City Council

A Balanced Approach Protecting Taxpayers and Positioning Providence for Future GrowthProposed budget increases tax revenue without raising tax rates, begins to replenish reserves, counts on pension reform and increased contributions from tax-exempt

City of Providence Celebrates Arbor Day in Bucklin Park

West End park lost seven shade trees during 2011 microblast thunderstorm

Mayor Taveras Celebrates Grand Opening of Fertile Underground Grocery in West End

Last weekend, Mayor Taveras joined neighbors from the Federal Hill and West End neighborhoods at the Grand Opening Celebration of Fertile Underground Grocery at 1577 Westminster Street.

Mayor Taveras, Governor Chafee Surprise Rhode Island's Elementary Principal of the Year

Veazie Street Elementary Principal Susan Chin recognized for leadership by Rhode Island Association of School PrincipalsMayor Angel Taveras and Governor Lincoln Chafee made a surprise visit today to Veazie Street Elementary School to congratulate V

Peregrine Gallery Presents "Passage"

~FNCS 2012 Line Up

All Concerts Free - 7:30pm

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Mayor Taveras Statement on the City Council's Passage of the Providence Pension Protection Plan

Mayor Angel Taveras released the following statement this evening applauding the City Council for their unanimous 15-0 vote to pass the Providence Pension Protection Plan:

Mayor Taveras Unveils Restored Portrait of Mayor Patrick J. McCarthy

Portrait restored as part of City Archive project to restore several mayoral portraits in City Hall

Mayor Taveras Unveils Restored Portrait of Mayor Patrick J. McCarthy

Portrait restored as part of City Archive project to restore several mayoral portraits in City Hall

Mayor Taveras Congratulates Providence Schools for 'Green Ribbon' Designation

Nathan Bishop Middle School and Classical High School among 78 schools honored nationally

BankRI Galleries Unveil Two New Exhibits

The BankRI Galleries are presenting two new exhibits just in time for the next Gallery Night Providence.

Gallery Night Providence This Thursday

Gallery Night Providence is a free, fun-filled introduction to Providence's exciting art scene! On the third Thursday of the month, from March through November, twenty-one of the city's hot "art spots" open their doors inviting you to a visual arts party.

Art & Flower Show Now On View At Chabot Fine Art Gallery

Chabot Fine Art Gallery has paired visual art with floral designs by local florists for their newest exhibit.

Bobby McFerrin's Residency At FirstWorks Connects Students Across The State

Grammy Award-winning artist Bobby McFerrin will hold a master class for over 150 students and community members before his performance at the Vets on May 10. Participating schools include Esek Hopkins Middle School, Gordon School, Hope High School, The Met School and many more.

~Providence Fire Department | Training Academy Recruitment

Academia de Entrenamiento para el Departamento de Bomberos de ProvidenceEl Departamento de Bomberos de Providence estará aceptando solicitudes para la próxima academia de entrenamiento. El período de solicitud se iniciará en Mayo del 2012.

Mayor Angel Taveras | 2014 Budget Address

2014 Budget Address | April 25, 2013 | 5:00 PM

GiveMe5 Teen Film Festival This Saturday

The Rhode Island Film and Television Office, in conjunction with the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts Education Program, and the Rhode Island Arts Learning Network, announces its fourth annual GiveMe5 Teen Film Festival.