EPiC — East Providence in Community

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East Providence in Community (EPiC) is an organization for residents who want to move East Providence forward. 🏠 🚲 🌳 🏫 🍲 🌊 🚍 Learn more about us @ https://www.epicri.org/

This image is an event poster for the East Providence Housing Forum. The poster features a photo of a multi-story residential building and the official seals for the City of East Providence and the Office of Mayor Roberto L. DaSilva. Event Details Location: East Providence City Hall, Council Chambers Date & Time: Wednesday, May 13th at 6:00 PM Purpose: An open conversation regarding the status of housing throughout the community. Action Item: Residents are encouraged to submit questions ahead of the forum to Mpaddock@eastprovidenceri.gov to have them answered by state and local experts. Attending Organizations The forum includes representatives from the following groups: RIHousing Blackstone Valley NeighborWorks Housing Network of Rhode Island Rhode Island Executive Office of Housing Foster Forward East Providence Planning HousingWorks RI at Roger Williams University OneNeighborhood Builders
Flyer for the EPIC (East Providence in Community) Community Education Series titled "How to Advocate FOR BETTER TRANSPORTATION IN EAST PROVIDENCE." The event is scheduled for Monday, April 20, from 6:30–7:30 PM at the Riverside Library. It features two speakers: Sam Archer: Bike Educator and Creator of Bike Safe East Bay. Dylan Giles: Operations Manager for the Providence Streets Coalition. Headshots of both speakers are included. The bottom of the flyer lists contact info: epicri.org, bsky.epicri.org, and @epincommunity on Instagram and Facebook.
An illustrated event poster for "Fam Jam: Loop de Looff," a community cycling event. The background features a whimsical, hand-drawn style with a large seagull perched atop a turquoise gazebo roof with stained-glass windows. In the background, three bicycles ride up a golden, looped track against a blue sky with fluffy white clouds and a red-and-white striped bridge or canopy. The text is stylized in various playful fonts and includes: Title: "FAM JAM" in large, yellow-outlined letters at the top, and "Loop de Looff" in blue cursive to the left. Date and Time: "Saturday May 2nd" in orange and "Meet Up at 1:00" in purple. Location: "RIVERSIDE SQUARE, EAST PROVIDENCE" in orange. The bottom of the poster features a row of logos for participating organizations: WRWC (Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council) with a "25 Years" badge. PB&J (a logo featuring a bicycle and a sandwich). EPIC (East Providence in Community). Providence Streets Coalition. Rhode Island Department of Health.
Promotional flyer for an Earth Day Clean Up hosted by EPiC (East Providence in Community). The top features a circular photo of volunteers in yellow and green rain boots picking up plastic bottles and litter from a grassy shoreline. Large blue text announces the Earth Day Clean Up at Veterans Memorial Parkway, specifically the East Bay Bike Path parking lot at 66 Veterans Memorial Parkway, 02914. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18th, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, with a rain date of Sunday, April 19th. Small green leaf vines decorate the sides of the white background, and the bottom footer includes the Facebook handle "eastprovidenceincommunity" and the Instagram handle "@epincommunity."
The flyer is a promotional graphic for a community meeting in East Providence, Rhode Island. Here is a breakdown of the visual and informational elements: Header: Features a large, bold logo for EPIC (East Providence in Community) in a bright blue bubble font. The text "COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIES" is written in a dark navy blue at the top. Main Title: "How to Advocate FOR BETTER TRANSPORTATION IN EAST PROVIDENCE" in a mix of light and dark blue sans-serif fonts. Event Details: Date: Monday, April 20 Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM Location: Riverside Library Speakers: There are two circular headshots: Sam Archer: Wearing a dark cap and sunglasses. He is identified as a Bike Educator and the Creator of Bike Safe East Bay. Dylan Giles: Wearing a navy cap and sunglasses. He is the Operations Manager for the Providence Streets Coalition. Footer: Includes social media handles for Facebook, Bluesky (bsky.epicri.org), and Instagram, as well as the main website epicri.org.
Promotional graphic for the 401 Gives event on March 31, 2026. Large, stylized text in the center reads "Today IS THE DAY!" against a blue and purple gradient background scattered with gold confetti. The image features the foster forward logo in the top left and the 401 GIVES logo (powered by the Alliance for Nonprofit Impact at United Way of Rhode Island) in the top right. A red button displays the website 401Gives.org.
A brightly lit outdoor sign for El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant against a deep blue twilight sky. The sign features a rustic wood-grain background, a silhouette of a mariachi player, and the restaurant's name in bold orange and white lettering. In the foreground, glowing incandescent string lights are draped across the frame, and a U-Haul sign is visible in the background to the left.
No Kings Protest, Saturday March 28 East Providence City Hall 145 Taunton Ave, East Providence 1-3PM
thriving community EPiC is dedicated to fostering a community where everyone can thrive. This means creating vibrant public spaces that encourage connection, supporting local arts and culture, and advocating for policies that strengthen the social and economic fabric of East Providence. By addressing food and housing insecurity, supporting small businesses, and prioritizing equity, we aim to build a city that reflects the best of its people.
Gemini said This poster is for an event called the East Providence Fam Jam, a family-friendly bike ride taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Riverside Square. The background shows two young children wearing helmets and riding bicycles on a paved path. The poster features the logos for EPIC (East Providence in Community) in the bottom left and the Providence Streets Coalition in the bottom right.
A calendar page for March 2026 showing an event for "EPIC: East Providence in Community." The event is a General Meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Riverside Library. A yellow sticky note on the bottom right lists the agenda: "2026 Kick-Off" and "Planning for Earth Day Clean Up."
A promotional poster for the EPIC (East Providence in Community) Community Education Series titled "How to Advocate FOR BETTER TRANSPORTATION IN EAST PROVIDENCE." The event takes place on Monday, April 20, from 6:30–7:30 PM at the Riverside Library. The poster features two speakers in circular headshots: Sam Archer: Bike Educator and Creator of Bike Safe East Bay. Dylan Giles: Operations Manager for the Providence Streets Coalition. The design is bright blue and white with the EPIC logo in the top left. Contact information at the bottom includes: Facebook: eastprovidenceincommunity Bluesky: bsky.epicri.org Instagram: @epincommunity Website: epicri.org
Central Park Cleanup. Saturday March 21st at 12:00pm Onna W. Moniz-John Park. Supplies provided
A calendar page for March 2026 showing an event for "EPIC: East Providence in Community." The event is a General Meeting on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Riverside Library. A yellow sticky note on the bottom right lists the agenda: "2026 Kick-Off" and "Planning for Earth Day Clean Up."
Promotional flyer for an Earth Day Clean Up hosted by EPiC (East Providence in Community). The top features a circular photo of volunteers in yellow and green rain boots picking up plastic bottles and litter from a grassy shoreline. Large blue text announces the Earth Day Clean Up at Veterans Memorial Parkway, specifically the East Bay Bike Path parking lot at 66 Veterans Memorial Parkway, 02914. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 18th, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, with a rain date of Sunday, April 19th. Small green leaf vines decorate the sides of the white background, and the bottom footer includes the Facebook handle "eastprovidenceincommunity" and the Instagram handle "@epincommunity."
Event flyer for "EPiC Dines Out" for members of the East Providence in Community (EPiC) group. The event is scheduled for March 29th at 5:30 PM. The text reads: "RSVP required by 3/15/26. Message us for more information. Come hang out and socialize with fellow EPiC members and families. Support a local small business." The background features a blue-tinted photo of a large group of people smiling and eating together at a restaurant.
East Providence Mayor Roberto DaSilva, wearing a white shirt and red polka-dot tie, leans over a wooden desk to sign a legislative document. Above the photo, teal text reads, "East Providence passes live/work tax exemption to support affordable housing."
An event flyer for the EPIC (East Providence in Community) General Meeting, styled to look like a calendar entry for March 23rd. The text on the flyer includes: Event: General Meeting Date: March 23, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Location: Riverside Library A yellow sticky note in the corner lists the agenda: - 2026 Kick-Off - Planning for Earth Day Clean Up
An icon of a school building with a clock and a flag on a blue background. Below the icon, the text reads: "high-quality, inclusive public schools." Underneath that, a paragraph states: "Public education is the cornerstone of a thriving society. EPiC champions fully funded, equitable, and inclusive public schools in East Providence. We advocate for resources and reforms that ensure every student—regardless of race, ability, gender, immigration status or identity—receives an education that prepares them to lead fulfilling lives. Our vision includes schools that are welcoming, innovative, and capable of meeting the needs of all students."
A group of seven community volunteers of various ages stand together behind a large wooden conference table at Weaver Library. The table is filled with assembled hygiene care kits in clear plastic bags. One young volunteer in a pink jacket has their face obscured by a blue heart emoji. The atmosphere is bright and collaborative.
An elevated view of the Henderson Bridge in winter, highlighting a dark, paved bike path that has been completely cleared of snow. The path curves alongside a multi-lane highway, both of which stand out in sharp contrast against the surrounding white, snow-covered ground and the river in the background.
An event flyer styled like a calendar page for "EPIC: East Providence in Community." It announces a General Meeting on February 23, 2026, from 6:30–7:30 at Weaver Library. A green sticky note at the bottom reads: "Bring hats, gloves and personal care items. We will pack care kits."
A blue graphic titled "accessible streets" featuring white icons of a person walking across a crosswalk and a bicycle. The text below reads: "Street congestion and car dominance are pressing issues. We envision streets that work for everyone. EPiC supports smart adaptations to our streetscape, including more bicycle lanes, improved sidewalks, and enhanced RIPTA access, to ensure safe and efficient movement for all. Reducing car travel benefits not only the environment but also our quality of life by fostering healthier, more connected communities."
Graphic with a blue background and a white icon of three houses inside a circle. The text reads: "affordable housing. Housing is a human right. Everyone deserves a clean, safe, and affordable home. EPiC supports increasing housing availability in East Providence through creative and inclusive solutions, including the construction of workforce, affordable, and senior housing, as well as the adaptive reuse of vacant commercial and industrial buildings. We also advocate for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to expand housing options. Our message is simple: there is room for everyone in our community."
A graphic titled "EP RESIDENTS! Contact Senate President Lawson!" against a teal and blue background with circles. It urges residents of East Providence to tell Senator Valorie Lawson to vote "NO" on Michael McCaffrey’s nomination to the District Court. A hand holds a smartphone showing a photo of Senator Lawson and her phone number: (401) 222-4901. The logo for EPIC (East Providence in Community) is in the bottom left.