Do your part to help the planet with these Earth Day Events!

April 18, 2016 · 3 min read

Rhode Island Earth Day 2016 events

Here in Rhode Island, we’re all about environmental conservation. That’s why there’s plenty of Rhode Island Earth Day 2016 events for you and the whole family to enjoy. As a big promoter of safe, clean living, we here at Speedcraft Volkswagen encourage you to get out there this week and do your part to conserve the environment.Since it was first established back in 1970, Earth Day has come a long way to become a globally celebrated holiday. In many instances, it’s used as a time to teach children about nature, the earth and environmental conservation. If you’re looking for an educational, fun activity for the whole family, or just want to get involved in the community, take a look below at some of the available Earth Day Events.

April 22

Party for the Planet

Located at the Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence, RI, Party for the Planet begins each day at 11 am and runs until 3 pm. This event celebrates the different regions featured in the Zoo, teaching visitors about the different animals at the zoo and their environments. The Environmental Fair will be hosted on the 22nd. Learn more here.

East Matunuck Beach Earth Day Cleanup

Do your part to take care of the Earth by helping clean up the shoreline of Potters Pond, East Matunuck Beach and Succotash Salt marsh. Free refreshments and shellfish will be served. Cleaning up these places not only help improve the appearance of the areas, but can help get rid of any dangerous debris that can hurt wildlife. Learn more here.

Just a Dream (and plant a seed)

Hosted at the Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge in Smithfield, RI, Participants will hear the story of a boy that dreams of a polluted future, and wakes to realize he can make a difference. After the story, participants will plant a seed to take home and grow. Learn more here.

e-Golf Giveaway drawing at Speedcraft Volkswagen!

As the top provider of electric Golf vehicles in the area, we here at Speedcraft Volkswagen understand the benefits of going electric – not only for the planet, but for the driver as well! That’s why we’re giving away a 2016 VW e-Golf to one lucky winner.

The drawing will be held here at Speedcraft Volkswagen promptly at 1:30 pm on April 22nd.

Interested in entering? It’s not too late! Read more here to learn about entering and how to qualify. We will stop receiving entries at 12 pm on April 22, so be sure to hurry and get your entry in! Of course, these events are only scratching the surface. There are plenty more cleanups and events happening in Rhode Island that you can take part in, check locally for more information.

What are you doing for Earth Day 2016 in Rhode Island? Let us know in the comments!

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Jan 21, 2019 in Local News and Events

Where to watch the NFL Championship game

Sports Bars to watch Super Bowl 2019 in Providence RI The Super Bowl is almost here. The Patriots and the Rams will duke it out on the field for the Lombardi trophy. There are a lot of places to go to watch the game, but we wanted to help you pick one from the crowd. Let’s take a look at these sports bars to watch Super Bowl 2019 in Providence RI. READ MORE: Where can we go camping? Ladder 133 This bar used to be a fire station until 1902, now it has been reinvigorated. Ladder 133 has the classic sports bar staples. It has over 32 big screen TVs for you to enjoy the big game. If you want to learn more about Ladder 133, you can check out their website for more information. Snookers Snookers is a great place to relax and enjoy the game. They have pool tables and tournaments there for the expert players. They also have fun pub snacks like sliders and drink specials that will start the night off right. If you want to learn more, visit their website for more details. Hanley’s Ale House Hanley’s Ale House is the place to go for some wings and some football. They have 35 cent wings on Football Sundays along with some drink specials. There are two bar wraps that give you extra space for you and your friends. You can cheer on the Patriots with some friends at Hanley’s Ale House for a fun night. If you want to learn more about Hanley’s Ale House, you can check out their website today. READ MORE: Ski Resorts near Rhode Island These sports bars to watch Super Bowl 2019 in Providence RI are just some recommendations for you if you haven’t thought of a plan yet. If you’re looking for a new car or SUV, you can check out our online inventory and schedule a test drive with us at Speedcraft Volkswagen today.

Nov 07, 2018 in Local News and Events

Where can we go for Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving Restaurants in Providence RI Thanksgiving is a great time to celebrate with the family and cherish what you have. If you need a place to go this year, you can check out our list of Thanksgiving restaurants in Providence RI. These restaurants are offering special menus for the holiday and will be open for whenever your family decides to come in. READ MORE: Ski Hills near Providence RI Red Stripe At Red Stripe, you and your family can sit down to a delicious three-course meal. They offer delicious food and have plenty of wines for you to choose from. If you would like to learn more about their Thanksgiving event, you can check out their website for more details. Bluefin Grille If you want a nice Thanksgiving Day brunch this year, you can head over to the Bluefin Grille. This restaurant is a large lounge with lots of food options and space to give you a special time this Thanksgiving. You can find out more about this restaurant by visiting their website today. Andrea’s If you want a less traditional Thanksgiving or just a nice spot to relax this year, you can head over to Andrea’s. They will be open until 11 p.m. for your convenience. Try out their succulent Greek dishes for a fun time with the family. If you would like to learn more, you can check out their website for more information. READ MORE: Campgrounds near Providence RI After looking at these Thanksgiving restaurants in Providence RI, you can see that the city will be bustling this holiday season. Take some time to relax with your family this year at one of these restaurants. If you would like to learn more about our available Volkswagen vehicles, you can check out our online inventory to see what we have in store and then schedule your test drive with us at Speedcraft Volkswagen today.

Jun 19, 2018 in Local News and Events

Where can we swim?

Public Swimming Pools in Providence RI The summer heat isn’t letting up anytime soon. Are you tired of having the air conditioning on all the time? Maybe you and your family should visit one of these public swimming pools in Providence RI. Let's take a look at what the city has to offer. READ MORE: Best Hiking Trails near Providence RI North Providence Pool If you have young children that want to learn how to swim, you can take them over to the North Providence Pool. There are many different membership packages to choose from and different times to go to the pool. If you would like to learn more about this pool, you can check out their website for more details. Zuccolo Recreation Center At the Zuccolo Recreation Center, you can have lots of fun on the playground, on the basketball court, and in the swimming pool. After a hot day, it feels good to swim around. You can learn more about this recreation center by visiting their website for more information. Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center This swimming pool is a part of the Brown University Campus. There are many times for open swim if you would like to stop by. This pool has lanes and plenty of space for you to swim. If you would like to learn more about the times, you can check out their website for more details. READ MORE: Golf Courses near Providence RI These public swimming pools in Providence RI are a fun way to spend time with the family. Cool off at one of these pools with the kids and teach them how to swim while you're there. If you are looking for a vehicle to take you to any of these places, you can check out our online inventory and schedule a test drive with us at Speedcraft Volkswagen today.