Reposted by EPiC — East Providence in CommunityNeighbors Welcome! RI @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social · 12hFocusing on the high cost of affordable housing risks overlooking a more important reality: the biggest challenge is not affordable housing itself, it is the layers of state and municipal regulation that get in the way of building the homes all Rhode Islanders need. buff.ly/3KEt38W 032
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 7hThank you to Mayor @bobdasilva.bsky.social for establishing the Mayor's Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC), as well as the local volunteers stepping up to serve on it. 🩵🚶♂️🚲 Sign our petition to support safer streets in East Providence: actionnetwork.org/petitions/su... 020
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 29/09/2026Fantastic work! Our members advocated for adopting this program last year, and we're thrilled to see Whiteknact implement it so successfully! ♻️ Disclaimer: This AI graphic was created and designed by the school, not by EPiC. 010
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 28/09/2026We’re looking forward to seeing this protected bike path connection on First Street come to fruition. Thank you to Mayor DaSilva and the administration for moving our city forward on bike and pedestrian safety. 031
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 20/09/2026We stopped by PVDFest & loved seeing the huge show of support for better transit. It was amazing to see so much community support for more transit options, more trains, & more frequent service between Providence & New Haven. Learn more about the study here: newhavenprovidencestudy.com 042
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 20/09/2026Get ready for a spellbinding ride! 🚲✨ EPiC is cycling in the New England Witches Guild Parade on Sat, Oct 17. Grab your bikes & best witchy attire. Meet us at Riverside Square at 10:15 AM to decorate our bikes together.🧙♀️🦇 RSVP here: actionnetwork.org/events/bike-... 043
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 17/09/2026Want faster, more reliable transportation options for our region? Stop by Amtrak’s booth at PVDFest this weekend to advocate for better and more frequent passenger rail between Providence and New Haven. Learn more: newhavenprovidencestudy.com 030
Reposted by EPiC — East Providence in CommunityProvidence Streets Coalition @pvdstreets.org · 16/09/2026Join us next Tuesday for a look back on the primary election results, celebrate our electoral wins, and strategize for the general election and the upcoming legislative session! ⚙️ COG Meeting ⏰September 22, 6:00pm-7:30pm 📍304 Lockwood Street, Providence 🥨Snacks and drinks will be provided! 082
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 15/09/2026Yesterday, we held our bi-monthly General Meeting at Riverside Branch Library, and the room was packed with energy! It was inspiring to see so many new faces dedicated to moving our city forward. 🩵 🏠 📚 🌳 🤝 🗳️ 051
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 13/09/2026What a fantastic turnout at the new Traffic Garden at Grassy Plains Park today! Kids practiced riding safely, learned traffic rules & got fitted for free helmets! Huge thanks to our partners for championing pedestrian safety incl. RI Bike, WRWC, @pvdstreets.org, RIDOH & the City of East Providence! 153
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 11/09/2026Special thanks to everyone for making this event possible: RI Bike, the City of East Providence, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, and the Rhode Island Department of Health. 2/2 031
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 11/09/2026Join us tomorrow, Saturday, September 12, from 12 PM – 3 PM at Grassy Plains Park for a bike safety demonstration and local food vendors! The City of East Providence will be hosting a free helmet giveaway for both kids and adults. 1/2 132
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 10/09/2026Join us this Sat, Sept 12 from 12–3 PM at Grassy Plains Park for a bike safety demo and free helmet giveaway for kids and adults! 🚲 Food vendors on site. Thanks to partners RI Bike, the City of East Providence, WRWC, and RI Dept of Health for making this happen! 010
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 09/09/2026Reminder: Join us NEXT WEEK on Monday, September 14th, 6:30 PM at Riverside Library for our General Meeting. Want to learn about EPiC or get more involved? First timers are encouraged to attend. RSVP: www.facebook.com/events/28468... 031
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 08/09/2026Below is a quick overview of early voting information (time is running out to cast your vote early in-person!) and polling locations. Mail ballots must be received by 8pm on Primary Day. Check your voter registration and polling location at vote.sos.ri.gov 2/2 022
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 08/09/2026Primary Day is almost here! This year, it's on a Wednesday — Wednesday, September 9th! Are you ready to vote, East Providence? 🗳️ 1/2 110
Reposted by EPiC — East Providence in CommunityMélodie Pimentel @melodiepimen.tel · 08/09/2026And that's a lot of what organizing is about: listening to folks and empowering them to take action to build a better tomorrow. Want to help build towards better housing availability and affordability here in Rhode Island? Send me a message — I'd love to connect! 052
Reposted by EPiC — East Providence in CommunityMélodie Pimentel @melodiepimen.tel · 08/09/2026Last week, I was in Maryland, along with @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social, where I got to be in a space with folks from all across the country, from all walks of life & political affiliations, who are working to improve housing affordability & availability in their communities. 163
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 04/09/2026There are just two more opportunities to cast your in-person vote early at East Providence City Hall. To obtain your Primary Day voting location, log onto vote.sos.ri.gov. 000
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 04/09/2026Check your voter registration and polling location at vote.sos.ri.gov For additional candidates, including those who did not achieve ballot placement, refer to vote.sos.ri.gov/Candidates/C... 3/3 021
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 04/09/2026The primary election will be held on Wednesday, September 9th. Early/mail voting is ongoing. Mail ballots must be received by 8pm on Primary Day. 2/3 121
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 04/09/2026Are you ready to vote, East Providence? 🗳️ Swipe through for a quick overview of candidates with qualified ballot placement running for local, state, and federal office. Names marked with [P] will appear on the primary election ballot. 1/3 121
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 31/08/2026Reminder! East Providence Candidate Debate tonight at EP City Hall. 🕕 6 PM: House Dist 65 (Dawson, St. Germain, Wosencroft) 🕢 7:30 PM: City Council Ward 1 (Jacobs, Rego, White) Hosted by LWVRI & East Bay Media. www.facebook.com/events/10147... 011
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 30/08/2026We're glad that many of our members and neighbors from East Providence were able to attend this informative and engaging workshop! 042
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 28/08/2026We had so much fun at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new traffic garden at Grassy Plains Park! Stay tuned for more information on the September 12th Bike Safety Demo from 12pm to 3pm. We will have more information to share soon. 🩵🚲🛝 041
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 28/08/2026Funding for the new children’s traffic garden comes from a $5,000 Rhode Island Department of Health Streets Transformation Project Grant. We look forward to continuing to work with our community partners in advocating for safe, accessible streets that work for everyone. 3/3 041
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 28/08/2026We're excited about this new community space, featuring a roundabout, yield & stop signs, crosswalks &intersections, so that our youngest community members can practice how to safely navigate our city — while also having fun! 2/3 131
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 28/08/2026This morning, EPiC members cycled from Borealis to the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new traffic garden at Grassy Plains Park. 1/3 232
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 26/08/2026What is a Traffic Garden? It's a simulated intersection where young cyclists can practice bike handling and learn the rules of the road. And now East Providence has one in Riverside, thanks to a generous RI Department of Health grant! 3/3 020
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 26/08/2026We'll be meeting for an optional group ride @ 9:30am (Borealis, Riverside Square). Need to borrow a bike to try out the course? We'll have a small fleet of youth bikes available to use from 10-12 during the event. We hope to see you there! Don't know what a Traffic Garden is? Continue reading 2/3 120
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 26/08/2026Come celebrate with us this Friday for the ribbon cutting ceremony of East Providence's brand new Traffic Garden at Grassy Plains Park. 1/3 132
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 25/08/2026Join our friends at @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social this weekend for a hands-on workshop on housing development economics! Tickets are limited. 032
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 23/08/2026Voting can feel overwhelming, especially in local races most people never hear about. This is a free, nonpartisan, guide built to help you vote in every race on your ballot thanks to the RIsing Alliance. www.lilrhodyvoterguide.com/2026/primary... 033
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 22/08/2026Beyond political advocacy, we believe that a strong community means taking care of one another. That’s why we volunteer our time to support our neighbors. From hosting hygiene drives & cleanups to stocking pantries & planting native vegetation on our traffic island, we are all stewards of our city. 010
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 19/08/2026After taking July off to recharge, we’re back for our September general meeting! If you’ve been thinking about dropping in, now is the time! See you soon. 021
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 19/08/2026We also assisted attendees in making their voting plans. Active civic participation makes our neighborhoods stronger. 2/2 010
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 19/08/2026On Saturday, we were proud to take part in the 35th Annual Neighborhood Day at Onna Moniz-John Park! It was a meaningful day honoring those we’ve lost while celebrating our vibrant community. We love seeing this tradition continue to bring neighbors together. 1/2 122
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 11/08/2026EPiC will be at Neighborhood Day this Saturday. We hope to see you there! 🩵 000
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 11/08/2026Thank you to everyone who joined tonight's Community Education Series, "Vote Your Values: A Guide to Informed Voting." We appreciate the great discussion from residents, and a special thanks to Christine Stenning from the League of Women Voters of Newport County for sharing her expertise. 032
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 07/08/2026•🧑⚕️ 64 Registered Nurses, or •🛒 10,011 SNAP Recipients, or 🏠 1,153 Public Housing Units, or 🍼 535 Parents with 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Source: www.epi.org/deportation-... 3/3epi.orgThe Cost of Deportations CalculatorThe Trump administration is taking billions of _your_ taxpayer dollars to pay for mass deportations. The Cost of Deportations Calculator shows what could this money be used for instead. 021
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 07/08/2026Instead of $23,825,702 of our federal tax dollars (or $1,240 per taxpayer) funding mass deportations, East Providence taxpayers could fund: • 👩🏫 75 School Teachers, or • 🚒 87 Firefighters, or • 🩺 956 People on Medicaid, or • 🎖️ 412 Veterans' Medical Care, or • 🎒 476 Head Start Slots, or 2/3 121
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 07/08/2026Deporting and detaining immigrants in the U.S. is not only cruel, it’s also very expensive. The federal government is using OUR federal taxes to fund it. That is not how we want our hard earned income taxes spent. 1/3 121
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 02/08/2026Our next Community Education Series event, Vote Your Values: A Guide to Informed Voting, is coming up NEXT WEEK on Monday, August 10 from 6:30 - 7:30pm at east 33 (33 Veterans Memorial Parkway). RSVP: www.facebook.com/events/23005... See you there! 042
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 28/07/2026We're thrilled to welcome Christine Stenning, President of the League of Women Voters of Newport County, for a nonpartisan conversation about how to navigate voting — whatever your values or priorities. See you @ east 33 (33 Veterans Memorial Parkway)! Entrance & street parking on Mauran Ave. 2/2 032
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 28/07/2026Our next Community Education Series event is coming up on Monday, August 10 from 6:30 - 7:30pm. Vote Your Values: A Guide to Informed Voting is about one of the most powerful tools we have: the ballot. 1/2 142
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 22/07/2026Missed it? Donations to @pvdstreets.org are matched dollar-for-dollar (up to $2,500): secure.everyaction.com/ojBkTWTHC0yj... 041
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 22/07/2026Tonight we joined @pvdstreets.org for their Summer Boost Fundraiser! We're also proud to have signed onto their 2026 blueprint, "Small State, Big Headaches", a roadmap for safer streets & better transit in RI. 162
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 12/07/2026@brattlegirl.bsky.social cleaned up the EPiC traffic island this morning. If you haven’t walked by recently, you’re missing the beginning of the summer blooming! 031
Reposted by EPiC — East Providence in CommunityNeighbors Welcome! RI @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social · 07/07/2026This is Ruarri Miller, a small business owner and housing advocate in East Providence. We've connected over local policies to make it easier to build more homes. Send us a dm so we can help you find your neighbors! 041
EPiC — East Providence in Community @epicri.org · 07/07/2026We're proud to see EPiC's own Ruarri Miller featured by @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social this week. Thank you, Ruarri, for helping lead this conversation locally! 🩵💚 010