Friends,

As we fire up the grill for Memorial Day barbeques this weekend, all of us begin turning our attention to summertime plans.

I encourage parents seeking outdoor exercise for children over the summer break to take a look at the Providence Parks & Recreation Summer Sports Camps. These free sports camps are open to children ages 9 to 12 in July and August. Free lunch is provided to all participants.

I am also pleased to announce that for the fourth summer, the City of Providence is partnering with 95.5 WBRU to produce the Friday Night Concert Series at Waterplace Park. Every Friday night from June 7 to July 12 a different musical act will take the stage at Waterplace Park at 7:30 p.m. For more information, check the full calendar of events.

Memorial Day weekend also kicks off the WaterFire Providence season with a full lighting tomorrow night at 8 p.m. I will be there to light the first bonfire on the river. I look forward to seeing the thousands of Providence residents and visitors from across New England and beyond who will be in Providence to experience WaterFire and enjoy our city’s world-class restaurants, shops and hotels.

As we enjoy this holiday weekend in the company of family and friends, let us remember that on Memorial Day we honor those Americans who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation while wearing the uniform of the United States Armed Forces.

On Memorial Day we pay tribute to our family members, neighbors and colleagues who we have lost. We owe them a debt that can never be repaid. I am deeply grateful for the sacrifices that so many brave men and women have made on behalf of our nation.

I wish you and your family a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend. I hope to see you tomorrow evening at Waterplace Park.

Sincerely,

Angel Taveras
Mayor

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