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Happy Valentine's Day!
Winter has returned after a January thaw, but
as we cupid pulls back his bow, can spring be far
behind! Opportunities abound as
we make the transition from winter to spring.
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Riverfront Planning Seeks Public Input |
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Officials from the Blackstone
Valley Tourism Council, the Blackstone River Valley
National Heritage
Corridor & the City of Central Falls, along with
representatives from local businesses, are seeking
ideas and suggestions for the development of the
City’s Riverfront. The public is invited and
encouraged to attend this meeting to offer their
input to enhance this working proposal.
Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Central Falls City Hall, Council
Chambers
580 Broad Street, Central Falls, RI
Contact: Veronica Cadoppi, Tourism
Planner
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, 401-
724-
2200
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Have a Ball at Mardi Gras 2006 |
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Presented by the Northern RI Council on the Arts,
join in the celebration of Mardi Gras 2006! Beginning
with a Children's event on Saturday, February 25
followed by the Queen's Coronation on Sunday,
February 26 all leading up to Mardi Gras 2006 on
March 4, 2006 with four locations featuring headlining
bands, costume contests, and fine food. Tickets for
the Ball are $30 per person. For more
information contact Sue Tessier McKenzie 401-762-
6564.
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Twentieth Anniversary Celebration - |
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March 9, 2006
Victorian Reception at Hearthside
Lincoln, RI
5:00pm-7:30pm
Hosted by Friends of Hearthside
Cost: $20.00 per person
Upcoming Events
April 27, 2006
Apple Blossom Reception
Smithfield, RI
5:00pm-7:30pm
Hosted by Smith-Appleby
Cost: $15.00 per person
May 17, 2006
Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the
Slatersville Mill
Slatersville, RI
5:30pm-7:30pm
Sponsored by DSF Advisors and Re:Investments,
Inc.
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Blaze a Trail - New Canoes on Display |
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For your viewing pleasure and photo opportunity,
the Blackstone Canoe Trail currently has six
individually-painted canoes on display with more
expected in the next few months. The most recent
canoe is located at the Lincoln Shopping Center on
Front Street in Lincoln, RI. If you would like
information on how you can sponsor a canoe or
participate in the canoe trail, contact Lesley at the
the Tourism Council 401-724-2200.
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Valley Tapestries |
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Enjoy the Blackstone Valley with these sampling
of events.
- Experience "Comedy of Historic
Proportions" at
Catch a Rising Star. The
legendary New York Comedy Club is now open at
Lincoln
Park.
- Enjoy a night of Jazz local as high school Jazz
bands from Woonsocket, North Smithfield, Mt.
St. Charles and Blackstone-Millville perform at
Stadium
Theatre this Thursday, February 16 at
7:00pm
- Speaking of music Fat City Band
brings their brand of rock boogie woogie to
Jazz
at Chans on Saturday, February 18
- If viewing fine works of art is on your list, there
are many galleries in the Blackstone Valley.
Watercolor Magic is on exhibit at
the Rhode Island
Water Color Society at Slater Park in
Pawtucket through March 9th.
- It's not too early to begin celebrating the wearing
of the green as the the annual St Patrick's Day
Parade in Pawtucket kicks off the holiday on
Saturday, March 4
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Hippity Hoppity Easter Bunny Express on the Way... |
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On April 8, 2006 celebrate Easter with the
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council on the Easter
Bunny Express! Departure times are 10:45am and
1:45pm from Ann & Hope in Cumberland, RI and
includes:
- A visit from the Easter Bunny
- Special Easter Bonnet and Bow Tie Contest
- Juice & Cookies
- Sing-a-long
- Easter Stories
- Take home a special Easter gift
Call 401-724-2200 for more information.
$27.50
All Seats
Tickets available on-line soon or visit our website for more information...
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Coming Soon...Tour RI |
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Hold May 6, 2006 for an opportunity to visit
the
many attractions and wonders of Rhode Island.
Tickets will go on sale beginning February 15.
Contact AAA at 877-874-7845.
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Save the Date! |
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Mark June 19, 2006 on your calendar for
the Second Annual Blackstone Valley Heritage Golf
Tournament!
It’s time to think about playing in the
tournament, sponsoring, or donating an item for the
silent auction!
Contact Amanda at (401) 724-2200
or by e-mail: amanda@tourblackstone.com
For Registration or Sponsorship Information...
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