INTERNATIONAL FOOD TRAIL FESTIVALS PORTUGAL Feast of Our Lady of the Mount - The Madeira Club hosts this weekend celebration each August, serving traditional Portuguese food and featuring live entertainment. The Madeira Club, 46 Madeira Avenue, Central Falls 401-726-9449 | madeiraclub.org ROMANIA St. John the Baptist Romanian Orthodox Church Food Festival - Experience excellent food, special desserts, Romanian specialties, including sarmale, mititei and cozonac, as well as beer, wine and music. Held at the end of August. 501 East School Street, Woonsocket 401-766-3343 | stjohnroc.org SOUTH AMERICA AND THE ISLANDS Pawtucket Empanada Fest – Held in early September, Empanada Fest is a friendly competition among local empanada/patty makers where the attendees vote on who makes the best ones. Come taste for yourself and 昀椀nd your favorite! 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket 401-728-0500 | pawtucketartsfestival.org UKRAINE St. Michael Ukrainian Festival - Enjoy delicious Ukrainian food and pastries and immerse yourself in the sounds of Ukraine with live performances. Have fun with a variety of activities planned to keep the kids entertained. This festival happens mid-September and is a perfect opportunity to experience the warmth and hospitality of Ukraine right in your own community. Whether you have Ukrainian roots or simply want to enjoy a day of cultural enrichment, their festival welcomes everyone with open arms. St. Michael Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 74 Harris Avenue, Woonsocket 401-762-3939 | stmichaeluoc.org 34 RI’s Blackstone Valley International Food Trail