RIBBA

🎉 RIBBA proudly supports the grand opening of The Community Room, a new café and community space in Pawtucket! Founded by entrepreneur Samantha Vaughan, this space was launched with support from RIBBA's entrepreneurial programs, including mentorship, business advising, and startup funding.

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main Street, for the ribbon cutting ✂ at 6:30 PM and celebrate local entrepreneurs making a difference in our community!

We’re officially opening and YOUR INVITED✨

Join me as we open the first BLACK WOMAN OWNED event space + café IN RHODE ISLAND —

The Community Room 🤍

Come celebrate the Grand Opening with a Ribbon Cutting (6pm), Small Bites, Curated Bar, DJ, and all the Good Vibes.

This space was built with so much intention, and I can’t wait for you to experience it 🫶🏽

🗓 Saturday, June 6th
⏰ 6–9PM
📍 Hope Artiste Village
1005 Main Street, Unit #8211
Pawtucket, RI

RSVP https://linktr.ee/thecommunityroom

Let’s celebrate something special together ✨

AFRICAN RESTAURANT WEEK IS ALMOST HERE! 🎉

We are excited to celebrate African Restaurant Week in honor of RI Summer of Soccer from June 1st–7th, 2026! Join us as we explore the rich culinary traditions of Africa while supporting the amazing local restaurants that bring culture, flavor, and community to Rhode Island. 🍽️

This is the perfect opportunity to visit, support, and discover the incredible African-owned restaurants right here in our community! Grab your friends, family, and fellow food lovers and make it a week full of great food, culture, and connection!

Participating Restaurants:
🔸Suya Joint – 320 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903
🔸Village Restaurant – 200 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860
🔸JoRo – 114 Spruce St, Providence, RI 02903
🔸Deddeh's Kitchen – 418 Pine St, Providence, RI 02903
🔸Toyin African Restaurant – 45 Central St, Providence, RI 02907
🔸Kebbeh African Restaurant – 850 Admiral St, Providence, RI 02904
🔸Ten Rocks – 1091 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860
🔸Noobai – 434 Broadway, Pawtucket, RI 02860
🔸Auntie's House – 287 Pawtucket Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860
🔸Incredabowl Food Truck
🔸Tugas Restaurant – 110 Mineral Spring Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02860
🔸Afrique_d_lounge – 126 Spruce Street Providence, RI 02903

🔗 Visit https://members.ribba.org/ap/Events/Register/register to learn more.

Make sure to tell them RIBBA's Rhode Island African Restaurant Week sent you when you visit! 👏

This week, we proudly launched our LEAP Mentorship & Training Program! 🎉

Ten young leaders are now on a to gain essential tools, guidance, and confidence to elevate their careers and set the stage for future success. ✨

Our first session, led by Sterling Spellman and Renzo Arteta from Leadership Rhode Island, introduced participants to CliftonStrengths and explored how individual strengths can drive success in professional settings, everyday life, and academics. 💼

Early career development is crucial for building a strong foundation for long-term achievement. This cohort-based program is designed to empower young talent with the skills, mentorship, and resources to navigate challenges and unlock new opportunities. 💪

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply: ribba.org/leap-program 🚀

Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training