BrightStars

12/05/2025

It might be chilly, but the lights are bright at Holiday Lights Spectacular! We’re filled with joy to be on site, bring information to families about accessing high quality early learning and care. Bundle up, and stop by and say hi! ⛄️🧤🧣

11/03/2025

We had a fantastic time at Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular and Spooky Zoo this year. We’re thrilled to have talked about high quality early care and education with so many families in the area. If you or someone you know is looking for a child care referral, please visit our website to learn more.

11/03/2025

What a glowing success! 🌟 The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, presented by Citizens, was truly magical this year. 🎃

This incredible event only comes to life thanks to the enthusiasm of our visitors, the dedication of our volunteers, staff, and artists, and the essential, spooktacular support of our sponsors.

Thank you for making this annual tradition shine so brightly: Citizens , Cardi's Furniture & Mattresses , Nordson Corporation , GoProvidence , WPRI 12 , BrightStars , Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport - PVD , Rhode Island Energy , RhodeIsland Monthly , Ocean State Media , ABA Centers of Rhode Island , DAI Restore

10/03/2025

We are ready for a spooktacular time at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular! Stop by and ask us about our referral program for high quality early learning and care!

09/26/2025

Catch us before tonight’s Jack-O-Lanterns at Food Truck Friday! Ask us about our free family referral program for high quality early care and education programs!

🎃✨ The wait is over! Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular presented by Citizens glows to life tonight. Hit the pumpkin trail for Trivia: 2nd Edition- the ultimate fall challenge. 🎟️ at www.rwpzoo.org/jols!

Thousands of hand-carved pumpkins, months of creativity & hard work, and the generous support of our wonderful sponsors all make this tradition possible. We’re glowing with appreciation! 💛

Citizens , Cardi's Furniture & Mattresses , Nordson Corporation , GoProvidence , WPRI 12 , BrightStars , Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport - PVD , Rhode Island Energy , Rhode Island Monthly , Rhode Island PBS & The Public's Radio , ABA Centers of Rhode Island , DAI Restore

09/22/2025

We are hiring for another BILINGUAL PROGRAM ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST!

If interested, please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. We can't wait to work with you!

07/18/2025

Heading to at tonight? We’ll be there to answer your questions about finding high quality early care and learning for your family! Ask us about our referrals for families that are looking for child care. Stop by and say hello!

07/17/2025

DHS is pleased to announce that CCAP certification has now been extended from 12 to 24 months. New applicants and those recertifying will receive specific updates upon DHS review and notification. This additional time should serve to create a simpler process for providers and added convenience, while creating greater child care stability for families. Learn more about CCAP here.
https://dhs.ri.gov/programs-and-services/child-care/child-care-assistance-program-ccap/ccap-family-eligibility-how

07/09/2025

No better way to beat the rain than a day at ! Stop by and see us for information about high quality early learning!

06/14/2025

It’s a rainy Saturday so don’t forget to:

🧸 Play for free at the
🖍️ stop by and ask us about high quality care and early learning!
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It’s Free Play Day sponsored by with funding from the RI Department of Human Services. Brightstars is managed by

06/14/2025

We are SO excited to be at today for FREE PLAY DAY! This sponsorship is made possible club funding from our partner, the Rhode Island Department of Human Services. Families that visit today can play for free and stop by to learn more about our referral program for high quality care and early learning!

05/20/2025

FREE PLAY DAY at the Saturday, June 14th!

BrightStars is sponsoring free admission for all families that visit the Providence Children's Museum on Saturday, June 14th. This is made possible with funding from the Rhode Island Department of Human Services. BrightStars is managed by