Pawtucket HAPPENINGS 10/20/20: Fun, News, Events

WINDOWS ON PAWTUCKET
The Pawtucket Foundation & Art League RI launched Windows on Pawtucket, a 28 artist exhibit on October 1st. Be sure to get out and walk the streets of Downtown Pawtucket and discover up to 50 pieces of beautiful art in the storefront windows. Exhibit will go on until May 15, 2021.
Learn more by visiting windowsonpawtucket.org.
TAKE IT OUTSIDE RI
We are thrilled to announce that we have been approved for $70,000 towards Pawtucket Food & Beverage businesses needing assistance with outdoor dining. We are urging you to apply to see if this can help benefit your business. You must have capacity for outdoor seating and have a permit to qualify.
Please click here to learn more!
First-Time Homebuyer
Are you a recent homebuyer? These are some great virtual classes to help guide you through your homeownership journey! Classes will be going on in both English & Spanish.
To reserve a seat in one of the classes, register here.
SWAMP SCARE
Just a few weeks left until SPOOKY SEASON is over! Explorer River Tours is now offering Swamp Scare tours every Thursday-Sunday. Masks are required for entry! This is a great family-fun event.
GIVING BEYOND THE BOX
Giving Beyond the Box is delighted to announce their latest project- a new box called Hope Strikes Back. Featured in this box are products from Rhode Island based entrepreneurs of color.
These boxes are available for sale online. They can be shipped to you, or you can pick it up at locations in Providence, Pawtucket & Woonsocket. You can also visit them at the Dean Hotel in Providence at their Saturday market on October 31st from 2-6pm.
RING MAKING WORKSHOP
Are you curious about jewelry making or you want to test the waters? Join in on Saturday, October 24th from 10am-1pm to learn about fabricating your own silver ring. Spend the afternoon cutting, bending, texturing and soldering your personalized silver ring! Materials are included in ticket price.
The Bench Jewelry Studio
560 Mineral Spring Ave., 6-107C
IN THE NEXT ZOOM
Did you know that the big time Virtual Celebration is coming up? It’s a digital performance to support Burbage Theater Co. during these unprecedented times. Here’s how it all works…
Released on October 23rd
GALLERY 175 ONLINE EXHIBIT
While Gallery 175 is closed due to COVID-19, enjoy viewing some of the fabulous work by talented Pawtucket artists online.
Released on October 23rd
Wednesday, October 21st
Eggs & Issues Breakfast with Sec. State Nellie Gorbea
7:45AM – 9:30AM
Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln, RI
Steps to Grow Your Business
Webinar 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Connect to Self: Body, Strength & Dignity
Webinar 11:30AM – 12:45PM
Key Legal Considerations for Small Businesses During COVID-19
Webinar 12:00PM – 1:00PM
Thursday, October 22nd
How Can I Make it Through This? Small Business Tips, Resources & Stories
Webinar 10:00AM -11:00AM
How Can I Make it Through This? Small Business Tips, Resources & Stories
Webinar 10:00AM -11:00AM
Restore RI Assistance Webinar
Webinar 10:30AM – 1:30PM
Debt Management
Webinar 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Friday, October 23rd
Engage in Entrepreneurship
Webinar 11:00AM – 1:00PM
How Founders & Industry Leaders are Taking Action on Climate Change
Webinar 12:00PM – 1:00PM
To see more events, please click here.