St. Martin DePorres Center

10/05/2026

¡Únase a nosotros para una Gran Venta Comunitaria en el Centro de San Martín de Porres el sábado, 17 de octubre de 2026, de 9:00 a. m. a 1:00 p. m., en 160 Cranston Street, Providence, RI 02907!

Venga a encontrar grandes ofertas, descubrir artículos únicos, apoyar a nuestra comunidad y aprovechar los servicios de inscripción de votantes con Common Cause. También habrá mesas disponibles para vendedores por solo $15. Para reservar una mesa, llame al (401) 735-3880.

Invite a su familia, amigos y vecinos y acompáñenos durante la mañana. ¡Compre, apoye, participe y ayúdenos a seguir construyendo juntos una comunidad más fuerte!

10/05/2026

Join us for a Community Yard Sale at the St. Martin de Porres Center on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 160 Cranston Street, Providence, RI 02907.

Come shop great deals, find hidden treasures, support the community, and take advantage of voter registration services with Common Cause. Vendor tables are also available for just $15. To reserve a table, call (401) 735-3880.

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and spend the morning with us. Shop, support, get involved, and help us continue building a stronger community together!

06/29/2026

July 2026 Activities at Saint Martin de Porres Senior Center

Join us this July for a variety of engaging programs, educational presentations, wellness activities, and social events at Saint Martin de Porres Senior Center!

This month's calendar includes:

• Exercise with Elliott
• Diamond Art, Crafts, Crochet & Beading
• Senior Games & Bingo
• Line Dancing
• Bible Study, Rosary & Mass
• RI Bar Legal Clinic
• Bami Farm Field Trip
• Educational presentations from Angels Home Care, ADRC, NHP, and RAPHA
• Weekly Food Pantry & Clothing Distribution

July is also National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, encourage meaningful conversations about mental health, and support the well-being of our diverse communities. We remain committed to providing a welcoming environment where seniors can stay active, connected, and engaged.

📍 Saint Martin de Porres Senior Center
160 Cranston Street
Providence, RI

📞 (401) 735-3880

We look forward to seeing you this month!

06/04/2026

🌽🥕🍎 AARI POP-UP FARMERS MARKET | MERCADO DE AGRICULTORES AARI 🥚🍯🌱

Join us for a morning of fresh, local, and healthy foods at the AARI Pop-Up Farmers Market!

¡Acompáñenos para una mañana llena de alimentos frescos, locales y saludables en el Mercado de Agricultores de AARI!

📅 Saturday / Sábado, June 27, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 St. Martin de Porres Senior Center
160 Cranston Street, Providence, RI

Shop for:
Local vegetables / Vegetales locales
Fresh fruits / Frutas frescas
Farm-fresh eggs / Huevos frescos de granja
Local products and more / Productos locales y mucho más

💳 We Accept / Aceptamos:
✅ SNAP/EBT
✅ WIC
✅ Bonus Bucks
✅ Square/Credit & Debit Cards

Bring your family, support local farmers, and enjoy fresh foods while connecting with the community!

¡Traiga a su familia, apoye a los agricultores locales y disfrute de alimentos frescos mientras comparte con la comunidad!

For more information / Para más información:
🌐 africanallianceri.org
📱 Facebook & Instagram:

06/01/2026

📅 Saint Martin de Porres Senior Center – June 2026 Calendar 📅

June is Men's Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about important health issues affecting men, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and su***de prevention.

Join us throughout the month for a variety of activities, educational presentations, wellness programs, social gatherings, spiritual enrichment opportunities, and community events, including:

• Bible Study
• Rosary and Mass
• Exercise with Elliott
• Diamond Art
• Craft & Bead Activities
• Senior Game Day
• Line Dancing
• Wright's Farm & Dairy Trip
• Health & Wellness Presentations
• Karaoke with Elmhurst Rehab
• Staff & Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
• RI Rhythm and Blues Entertainment
• Pantry & Clothing Distribution
• AARI Pop-Up Market (June 27)

Please note:
📌 Closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

For more information, contact:

Saint Martin de Porres Senior Center
160 Cranston Street
Providence, RI 02907
📞 (401) 735-3880 | (401) 735-3881

We look forward to seeing you this month!

05/11/2026

📅 Better Late Than Never: May is Happening NOW! 🌸

We’ve already had a fantastic start to Older Americans Month, but the best is yet to come! If you haven't stopped by the Saint Martin de Porres Senior Center lately, now is the perfect time to jump back in and Champion Your Health.

🗓️ Check out what’s left on the calendar for May:
🎨 Special Event Tomorrow (May 12th): Join us for our Member Appreciation Painting Event at 1:00 PM! Let’s get creative together.

🍴 The Big Luncheon (May 14th): Don't miss our Senior Luncheon with the Mayor at noon this Thursday!

💃 Dance it Out (May 20th): Get your groove on with Line Dancing at 1:00 PM.

🙌 Gratitude (May 21st): We’re celebrating our amazing team for Staff & Volunteer Appreciation.

🚗 Safety First (May 28th): Secure your spot for the AARP Driver Safety course.

Weekly Favorites still running:

Exercise w/ Elliott: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Fridays @ 10:30 AM

Rosary in the Chapel: Mon-Fri (Spanish & English options)

Pantry & Clothing: Every Friday @ 9:00 AM

📍 Location: 160 Cranston Street
📞 Call us: (401) 735-3880

Grab your friends and come make the second half of May the best half! See the full schedule attached below. 👇

05/09/2026

Thank you Mayor Brett Smiley 🙏🏼

04/28/2026

Únase a nosotros para recibir asistencia directa con sus solicitudes

El Grupo de Trabajo de Ancianos de Minorías de RI (RIMETF) está brindando asistencia gratuita sin cita previa para ayudar a los miembros de la comunidad a acceder a recursos esenciales y navegar las solicitudes de servicios sociales. Nuestro equipo está disponible para guiarle a través del proceso en criollo, portugués, español y khmer.

Detalles del evento

Fecha: Sábado 30 de mayo
Hora: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Ubicación: Cape Verdean Progressive Center, 329 Grosvenor Ave, East Providence, RI

Asistencia disponible
Brindamos ayuda para solicitar los siguientes programas:

SNAP (Asistencia alimentaria)
Asistencia para el pago de primas de Medicaid y Medicare
Solicitudes de vivienda y Sección 8
Asistencia con la calefacción
Asesoría sobre cuidados a largo plazo
Beneficios del programa

Desayuno continental gratuito: Disponible para los asistentes.

Tarjetas de regalo: ¡Los primeros 30 solicitantes recibirán una tarjeta de regalo!

Para más información, por favor llame al 401-497-1287 o envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected].

Nota: La asistencia brindada no garantiza la elegibilidad.

04/28/2026

Join Us for Direct Application Assistance

The RI Minority Elder Task Force is providing free walk-in assistance to help community members access essential resources and navigate social service applications. Our team is available to guide you through the process in Creole, Portuguese, Spanish, and Khmer.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, May 30th
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Cape Verdean Progressive Center, 329 Grosvenor Ave, East Providence, RI

Available Assistance
We provide help with applying for the following programs:

SNAP (Food Assistance)
Medicaid and Medicare Premium Payment Assistance
Housing Applications and Section 8
Heating Assistance
Long-Term Care Advice
Program Perks

Free Continental Breakfast: Available for attendees.
Gift Cards: The first 30 applicants will receive a gift card.

For more information, please call 401-497-1287 or email [email protected].

Note: Assistance provided does not guarantee eligibility.

04/24/2026