RI Scene

Beans for Books at Galapagos

On the evening of August 20, students held a fundraising event in the gardens of Galapagos Boutique to raise money for Beans for Books,
a nonprofit organization awarding textbook grants to college students.
(Left to Right): Beans for Books organizers Jacob Struzik, director; Samantha Parente, director; David Lanning, Jr., founder; Michael Niemeyer, director.

The Dunk Ribbon Cutting The Dunkin’ Donuts Center celebrated its grand reopening on September 5. After a three-year $80-million renovation of the building, attendees were thrilled to have their first glimpse of the finished product.

Cigar Masters Grand Opening Cigar Masters Providence kicked off its grand opening at The Westin on September 9. Mayor Cicilline cut the ribbon and officially opened the doors to guests enjoying premier smokes, fine bourbons and passed appetizers.  At Left: Mayor David Cicilline and Brandon Salmon, owner of Cigar Masters, officially opening one of Providence’s most upscale cigar bars.