Woonsocket to Celebrate Earth Day Saturday April 15

WOONSOCKET, RI — On Earth Day, Woonsocket residents will celebrate by rolling up their sleeves and cleaning up one of the neighborhoods, the mayor's office said Monday.

Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt said the City has selected Woodlawn Cemetery at the corner of Bernon Street and Manville Road, for the Earth Day job. The cleanup happens on April 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“This year’s neighborhood cleanup is a great way to celebrate Earth Day and support our efforts to maintain a clean, green, and healthy community,” said Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt. “I look forward to joining neighbors, friends, and residents in cleaning up a section of our City as we recognize the importance of the environment we live in.”

The City will provide gloves, trash pickers, and bags for all participants. For more information, contact Michael Debroisse at mdebroisse@woonsocketri.org or (401) 767-8880.

What: 2017 City of Woonsocket Earth Day Neighborhood Cleanup

Where: Woodlawn Cemetery – corner of Bernon Street and Manville Road

When: Saturday, April 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.