PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Providence officials announced on Saturday that the city’s Eat, Play, Learn program will be back this summer. The program offers free meals and recreational opportunities for children, as well as summer jobs. Mayor Brett Smiley will join Rhode Island Departmen t of Education Commissioner Angelica Infante-Green and Providence Public Schools Superintendent Javier Montañez, among others, for the event. “The Summer Opportunities Fair provides the chance for families to connect with the Recreation Department and community organizations that support our students year-round,” said Smiley. “We are committed to ensuring every child in our city has access to enriching programs that keep them engaged beyond the classroom, not just in the summer but throughout the school year as well." Families can sign up starting Saturday, April 12, and camps start at $5 per week. There will also be the opportunity to learn more about Providence’s Summer Learning Program that will run Monday through Friday from July 7 to August 15. This program is free to families and breakfast and lunch will be served daily, Monday through Saturday.   Additionally, there are summer employment opportunities available at the Providence Recreation and Parks Departments. Families can learn more about One Providence for Youth summer employment opportunities at this year's Summer Opportunities Fair.    Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV app. Follow us on social media:                     ...read more read less