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Three To See in RI's Blackstone Valley!

What’s on tap for this weekend
 

 

Central Falls Restaurant Week

 

Aug. 23rd - Sept. 2nd

 

Indulge yourself with the flavors and culinary diversity that their community has to offer. Experience a world of international flavors in one square mile across 19 participating restaurants!

 

Kick off event with food, music, and more on August 23rd from 6 PM - 9 PM at Veterans Memorial Park!

 

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Annual Portuguese Festival

 

August 23rd - 25th

 

Portuguese Social Club in Pawtucket

 

The public is invited to enjoy Portuguese foods, rides for children, various dance groups and a variety of entertainment at this popular annual event. The feast is a tried-and-true tradition, maintaining old favorites from year to year.
 

 

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10th Annual Rhode Island Folk Festival

 

August 25th

12 PM - 6 PM

 

Crescent Park

 

Head to this beautiful park along the Bay in East Providence for three stages of great music, a songwriters workshop, young folks area, beer garden and food trucks. Free admission!
 

 

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There's always so much happening in Blackstone Valley!

 

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