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Good morning, Providence. This is PVD Current, the newsletter that’s as sweet as a freshly fried doughboy.

What to expect in today’s Current:

• 🎨 Providence’s “Ripples Project”

• 🏠 $13M to make local homes lead-safe.

• 🌆 Stunning loft in the Valley Arts District.

Let’s get to it.

— Oscar Punchak

Tide Trivia

In what year was Brown University founded?

A) 1764
B) 1801
C) 1725
D) 1867

The answer is on the last line of today’s email.

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Currents & Waves

⛔️ Nighttime I-95 Closures This Week

RIDOT will close two lanes on I-195 East and West from Sunday at 9PM to 5AM through Thursday for bridge maintenance and inspection, between Exit 1A (India St.) and Exits 1B/1C (Taunton Ave). The Exit 1 on-ramp will also be closed overnight Sunday and Monday from 12AM to 5AM, with detours available.

🎨 New Murals & Art Installations Planned

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, The Avenue Concept, and city officials announced "The Ripples Project," a new public art initiative that will bring large-scale murals and creatively designed utility boxes to the city. The project aims to beautify Providence and support local artists with paid opportunities. It will commission 3,600 square feet of murals and 50 utility box designs, engaging both professional and youth artists. This initiative aligns with Providence’s commitment to enhancing the city's creative identity and supporting the arts economy.

💰 $13M Awarded to Make RI Homes Lead-Safe for Families 

Ahead of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20-26), Rhode Island leaders announced $13 million in federal funding for lead paint abatement in Providence and Woonsocket through HUD’s Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Program. Homeowners, renters, and landlords can apply for assistance to remove lead hazards from homes, especially benefiting low-income families. The funds aim to make residences safer for children, who are at high risk of lead poisoning. Nearly 300,000 housing units in Rhode Island have lead hazards, with 1,300 children poisoned each year. The program will cover the high costs of lead removal, raising awareness and improving public health. Providence residents can apply here.

Coastline Commerce

🌟 Valley Arts District Unique Historic Loft

This unique 2-level loft in the historic Foremost Rubber Building at Monohasset Mill boasts natural light, 18ft cathedral ceilings, large skylights, and maple floors. The open floor plan includes a granite kitchen, dining, and living space with a Scandinavian wood stove. It features 2 private bedrooms, an office loft, and a bathroom with marble floors and a granite double sink. Located in the Valley Arts District near the Woonasquatucket River Greenway, it offers easy access to parks, bike paths, art centers, local markets, and is just 1 mile from downtown Providence with nearby restaurants, nightlife, and transit. To view more images click here.

Seaside Skies

MONDAY

80°🌡 52° | ☀️ | 💧 2% | 💨 WSW 10 mph

TUESDAY

78°🌡 54° | ☀️ | 💧 6% | 💨 E 6 mph

(The forecast as of the night before this newsletter was published.)

Sound Waves

MONDAY

The Parlour | Foundation Mondays | 9pm

TUESDAY

The Parlour | Metal Night | 9pm

Moonshine Alley | Tuesdays with Pat Lowell and Friends | 7pm

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That’s all for today…

Thank you for reading all the way through! Feel free to email us with any questions or suggestions. You’ll hear from us again on Wednesday.

Thanks,

Oscar Punchak | Publisher, PVD Current

The answer is: A) 1764.