African Alliance of Rhode Island

African Alliance of Rhode Island AARI was established formally in 2004 and is governed by an 11 member volunteer Board of Directors.

The African Alliance of Rhode Island (AARI) is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to improving food access opportunties for underserved communities. The African Alliance of Rhode Island promotes unity within the African Communities in Rhode Island, advocates for the rights of Africans in RI, and educates the American public about Africa, while elevating the profile of the continent an

d facilitating linkages between Americans and Africans. AARI seeks to promote and celebrate the African culture while tackling the challenges facing the African communities in Rhode Island. AARI works with the state, city agencies and existing organizations within the communities. For many years, Rhode Island has been home to many from the continent of Africa. Today, there are over 75 thousands Africans from 40 African countries living in Rhode Island.

🎶7 DAYS TO GO!🌍🔥One week away! Taste of Africa: Music Edition is almost here!Come experience an unforgettable evening of...
09/04/2026

🎶7 DAYS TO GO!🌍🔥

One week away! Taste of Africa: Music Edition is almost here!

Come experience an unforgettable evening of live music, cultural performances, local vendors, an amazing food demo, and community celebration!💃🏾🥁✨

📅 September 11
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM
📍 Farm Fresh RI, 10 Sims Ave, Providence

ONE WEEK!

Start making your plans! 🌍❤️

🍂Join us this fall for AARI Night & Pop-up farmer market, starting this Saturday, 9/5, at the Roger Williams Park and Ga...
09/04/2026

🍂Join us this fall for AARI Night & Pop-up farmer market, starting this Saturday, 9/5, at the Roger Williams Park and Gateway Center!🍁
Enjoy fresh produce, artisanal goods, live cooking demos, and DJ Flip's beats. Gather friends and family for fresh locally grown produce, cooking demonstrations, free community activities, and connections. Follow us for more RI activities this season!

🎶 8 DAYS TO GO!🌍🔥The countdown continues! Only 8 days until Taste of Africa: Music Edition!Get ready for an evening of l...
09/03/2026

🎶 8 DAYS TO GO!🌍🔥

The countdown continues! Only 8 days until Taste of Africa: Music Edition!

Get ready for an evening of live music, cultural performances, amazing vendors, an amazing cooking demo, and African culture brought to life! 💃🏾🥁✨

📅 September 11
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM
📍 Farm Fresh RI, 10 Sims Ave, Providence

Gather your people and come celebrate with us!

8 DAYS. We’ll see you there! 🌍❤️

🎶 9 DAYS TO GO! 🌍🔥The countdown is ON! Join us for Taste of Africa: Music on September 11th from 5:30–9:30 PM!Get ready ...
09/02/2026

🎶 9 DAYS TO GO! 🌍🔥

The countdown is ON! Join us for Taste of Africa: Music on September 11th from 5:30–9:30 PM!

Get ready for an evening filled with live music, cultural performances, amazing vendors, a cooking demo, and African culture brought to life! 💃🏾🥁✨

📅 September 11
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM
📍 Farm Fresh RI, 10 Sims Ave, Providence

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come celebrate with us!

9 DAYS. We’ll see you there! 🌍❤️

🌍✨ VENDORS, WE NEED YOU! ✨🌍Taste of Africa is bringing food, culture, creativity, and community together, and we want YO...
08/29/2026

🌍✨ VENDORS, WE NEED YOU! ✨🌍

Taste of Africa is bringing food, culture, creativity, and community together, and we want YOU to be part of it! 🧡💚

Are you a:
🍴 Food & Beverage vendor
🧴 Skincare/Beauty business
🎨 Creative/Artisan
🤝 Community organization
🛍️ Small business
…or something else entirely?

This is your chance to showcase what you do, connect with the community, and be part of an unforgettable celebration of African culture! 🌍

📣 Vendor spots are open! Sign up today!

Come share your business, your passion, and your culture with us at Taste of Africa!

🔗 Vendor registration is open now!
Tag a vendor who NEEDS to be here! 👇🏾

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Call all folks in North end of Providence 📣 Join us tomorrow for a pop-up farmers market 9 am -12 pm for a free cooking ...
08/28/2026

Call all folks in North end of Providence 📣 Join us tomorrow for a pop-up farmers market 9 am -12 pm for a free cooking Demo by, a fresh food market, music by Djflip_401, and much more tomorrow the_davinci_center!

🎶 Taste of Africa: MUSIC EDITION! 🌍Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, culture, food, and community! Join u...
08/22/2026

🎶 Taste of Africa: MUSIC EDITION! 🌍

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, culture, food, and community! Join us this September for Taste of Africa as we turn up the rhythm and celebrate the sounds of Africa and the diaspora. 🎵

✨ Live cultural performances
🛍️ Amazing local vendors
🍽️ Delicious food & flavors
🎶 Music that will have you moving
🤝 Community, culture & connection

Come hungry, bring your friends, and get ready to eat, shop, dance, and celebrate!

📍 Farm Fresh Rhode Island
📅 September 11
⏰ 5:30–9:30 PM

Taste of Africa: Where Culture Comes to Life! 🌍🎶

AARI has a week full of fun for you guys! Friday, we have our Taste of African Event from 5 pm - 9 pm at Farm Fresh RI &...
08/13/2026

AARI has a week full of fun for you guys! Friday, we have our Taste of African Event from 5 pm - 9 pm at Farm Fresh RI & Saturday, we have our DaVinci Center Pop-up Farmers Market from 9 am - 12 pm for fresh, locally grown vegetables, music by DJ Flip, and free resources!

Address

807 Broad Street, Suite 121
Providence, RI
02907

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 6am - 7pm

Telephone

+14013315535

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