WOONSOCKET – A two-day, family friendly food festival, called “Crave RI,” will kick off the CVS Health Charity Classic event series this year.
Crave RI will be held June 15 and 16, from 5:30-10 p.m., at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center in downtown Providence. It will precede the golf portion of the CVS Health Charity Classic.
“The CVS Health Charity Classic has been a staple in the Southeastern New England area for the last 18 years, bringing together nonprofits, professional golfers and the local community,” Eileen Howard Boone, tournament chairwoman, CVS Health Charity Classic, said in a statement. “By adding Crave RI to the event series, even more individuals and families can take part in this great event by enjoying the Rhode Island culinary culture and helping to give back to those in need locally.”
Crave RI, which is supporting the Rhode Island Community Food Bank to help reduce food insecurity in the state, will feature premier restaurants and brands from the region including Gracie’s, Sam Adams, Matunuck Oyster Bar, Newport Vineyards, Milk Money, Duck and Bunny, Narragansett Brewing Co. and more.
Perry Raso, owner of Matunuck Oyster Bar, Matunuck Oyster Farm and Matunuck Vegetable Farm, said they are excited to be part of the event. “We feel as though Crave RI is a great opportunity for us to showcase Matunuck Oyster Bar’s Pond to Plate concept while continuing to build on our connection with the local community and charities alike,” Raso said.
Daily tickets to Crave RI are $20 each, plus applicable fees, and can be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com/CharityClassic, by phone at (800) 745-3000 or at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center Box Office. Each ticket provides access to food and beverage samples from participating restaurants, breweries and wineries, and demonstrations from chefs. Tickets go on sale April 5.
Since 1999, the CVS Health Charity Classic has donated more than $20 million to local nonprofits.
