Posts Tagged ‘Christmas’
Decking the Halls. Again. – Michael Morse
by Michael Morse, contributing writer I thought the bug would spare me this year, but here I am, sitting in my shed, freezing cold, breathing in the fumes from various lawn maintenance machines, running tiny light bulbs through my fingers, looking for the broken link. I could go to Walmart and spend a few bucks,…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape – 11-23-22 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
GRATITUDE IS TRICKY Tomorrow we will be gettin’ our “Thanksgiving on”… whatever that looks like for you and yours, I hope it’s a terrific day! We here in NE have a bonus event within the event as our Patriots take the field at 8:20pm vs the VIKINGS. I can’t remember that happening recently so it’s going…
Read MoreGet your holiday(s) on! – RI Christmas Festival
It’s the annual Rhode Island Christmas Festival on November 19 and 20, 2022 at the West Warwick Civic Center, 100 Factory St., West Warwick, RI. Always free admission! Free parking! Shop with handcrafters, artisans, makers, direct sellers and other small businesses. Entertainment all weekend! Santa, Family Parade and the Little Miss and Little Mr Christmas…
Read MoreBusinesses give Back: Momentum Networking’s Toys for Tots
The second annual TOYS FOR TOTS event of Businesses Give Back is coming up November 10 at Ravenous in Cumberland from 5-9pm. Momentum Networking presents the RETURN of our annual TOYS FOR TOTS NETWORKING EVENT! Bring a new unwrapped toy to donate as your ‘entry fee’, then enjoy a night of great networking, great music,…
Read MoreOne last gift – for each other – Rhode Island Hotel Month 2022
Photo: Weekapaug Inn Rhode Island Hotel Month 2022 is the third statewide celebration of Rhode Island’s first-class hotels, inns, and B&Bs. Take advantage of discounts of up to 40% off to book a luxurious getaway or cozy staycation in the Ocean State this January 1-31! With so many wonderful properties to choose from, there’s something…
Read MoreMerry Christmas to all! Mr. Wilson’s Christmas Carol – Stave 6 – Michael Morse
by Michael Morse, contributing writer Stave 6 “What, where, how?” he shook his head, then his body, rose from his seat feeling lighter than he had in days. “You there,” he said to the cat that sauntered past him. “What day is this?” The cat ignored him. “A wonderful cat, an intelligent cat!” he said…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: So, this is Christmas – Mari Nardolillo Dias
By: Mari Nardolillo Dias “So, this is Christmas And what have you done Another year over And a new one just begun” (John Lennon) I have received several Christmas cards with letters enclosed. These letters summarize the highs, the lows, and the major happenings of the family members throughout the past year. There are births,…
Read MoreChristmas Lasagna – Anthony Salemme
by Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Serves 8-10 Growing up in an Italian family, the first course of our Christmas feast was always Lasagna. There was always about 20 guests and my Grandmother Fanny cooked for all of us every year. 1 pound lasagna sheets cooked for 6 minutes 1 pound ground beef 1 pound hot…
Read MoreMr. Wilson’s Christmas Carol – Stave 4 – Michael Morse
by Michael Morse, contributing writer “What an odd creature!” The booming voice woke Mr. Ebenezer Wilson from his fretful slumber. “Half one breed, and half another, part of one and some of the other!” “Well, aren’t you the clever one. Tell me Spirit, are you the one Cooper spoke of, the one that is scheduled…
Read MoreGet your Holiday(s) on! – at Pawtucket’s Slater Park
If outdoors is indeed a healthier preference for our holiday festivities, the 30 acre Christmas display inside Slater Park in Pawtucket is the place to take a drive. Open all of December, there are 650 decorated Christmas trees and much more. On all nights throughout the month of December, traffic is allowed through the display…
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