Michael Rielly inducted into the International Santa Claus Hall of Fame

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The James D. Rielly Foundation, announced today that founder and president Michael Rielly, has been named to the International Santa Claus Hall of Fame for his contributions to the Santa Claus community and his charitable work as Santa Claus. Located in Santa Claus Indiana, the International Santa Claus Hall of Fame is the home of…

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Get Your Holiday(s) On! 2 Events TODAY. Polar Express & Doris Duke

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#1 – The Polar Express in East Greenwich Gather the little ones for an event that needs little preparation, driving, and investment – and will reap rewards and memories for a lifetime. Attend the magical holiday matinee screening of The Polar Express at the Greenwich Odeum,  59 Maim Street in East Greenwich. TODAY – Saturday,…

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A Christmas Gift… by Michael Morse

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Photo, top, Jason Michalski By Michael Morse She actually apologized for calling us. “I didn’t want to bother you, but I can’t stand the pain any longer.” Her home was meticulous, nestled on a quiet street in the Mount Pleasant section of the city, surrounded by beautiful yet modest homes that showed the pride of…

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Find “Elf Jon” and win…

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The Nick Slocum Team at Slocum Realty want to celebrate the month of December and the upcoming holiday season by sponsoring an on-line contest with prizes and donations to local charities in the winner’s name. This contest is open to anyone Southern New England, where the Slocum Team has a presence. Contestants register on-line and…

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Get Your Holiday(s) On! Feliz Navidude, Providence Gay Men’s Chorus

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From today, December 12th through the 15th, you have the opportunity to hear the Providence Gay Men’s Chorus when they perform at the Beneficent Congregational Church, in Providence. “Feliz Navidude” is their holiday concert. They will be highlighting the Latin flavors of the holiday season with tunes that echo the samba, salsa and jazz beats.…

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Wreaths Across America

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Next weekend, volunteers will lay wreaths at the graves of our fallen heroes all across the United States. Several cemeteries here in Rhode Island will have formal ceremonies where the names of all the buried veterans will be read and wreaths will be placed. With the theme, REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who…

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Made in Rhode Island: The Official 2019 White House Christmas Ornament

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ChemArt, a Lincoln, Rhode Island company, has commemorated Christmas 365 days a year. From December 26th on, it’s all Christmas ornaments for the next year.  What some may not know is that since the 1980s, ChemArt has also produced all the commemorative ornaments for the White House. Each one has something unique to do with…

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Get Your Holiday(s) On! Rhode Island Christmas Village

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Tis the season for family, friends, shopping and holiday cheer and this event has it all together in one place. we’ve got it all for you in one day this Sunday. Rhode Island Christmas Village will be held on Sunday, December 8th from 11am to 5pm at the Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket.…

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Get Your Holiday(s) On! Garden City Center Holiday Stroll

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The annual Holiday Stroll at Garden City Center is really an event like no other in Rhode Island. Enjoy ice carving, steel drummers, brass bands, strolling carolers, a live Snowman, and of course Santa Claus. Both nights there will be performances/presentations by The Brown Derbies, Cirque de Light, TEN31 Productions, Christmas Present Carolers, Voices of…

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