Happy Thursday, Rhode Islanders!

Where is it? One can hope for snow, at least the charming parts of it. At least a little bit. Even if you don’t like it, it’s odd to have so little of it, even on the New England coast. Though we did get a dusting in Warwick Wednesday afternoon. We’ll take it!

Snow or not, there is a lot to do outside, even if it’s been bundle-up-extra cold and windy. The woods and coast have their own winter charm to take in. But if that is not your thing, we’ve got ice skating, bonsai trees, drawing, and even some “floating”, right in our backyard.

Let’s get right to it and plan the weekend for maximum “this is different!” and “I love this”!

In This Issue

Seal watching 🦭…

Coal firing 🔥…

Line drawing ✍️…

Outdoor & Nature

🦭 Seal your winter plans: Seal-spotting at Rome Point. Head to the coast with binoculars and check out these lounging ocean cuties. Perfect excuse for a brisk walk while enjoying some winter wildlife.

🐴 Help horses, warm your heart: Volunteer at Horseplay Rescue. Spend time helping rescue horses in Saunderstown or donate an item from their wishlist. Winter feels better when you’re doing good for these gentle giants. This could turn into a wonderful “repeat” event as you have time!

🥾 Take winter by the boots: Group Winter Hikes at Moshassuck Trail. Explore the frosty beauty of Lincoln’s trails with fellow adventurers. Crisp air, gorgeous views, and a little cardio—winter hikes rule. Click thru, then scroll down and see the schedule.

🐮 Meet your new cow friends: Visit Wright’s Dairy Farm. Say hello to a cow up close and learn about the farm. You can visit and see them being milked daily at 3. Scroll down for info (long page). It’s wholesome, fun, and a great winter outing.

🦎 Meet Exotic Creatures: Biomes Public Walk-Ins. Swing by for hands-on animal encounters at New England’s coolest aquarium. Fun fact: perfect excuse to see a blue-tongued skink up close! Perfect for the kids or grand kids or a young at heart couple.

Food & Drink

🎋 Grow a tree, sip a brew: "Bonsai and Brews" at Smug Brewing, Pawtucket. Event link here. Learn the art of bonsai while enjoying craft beer. Perfect mix of zen vibes and tasty hops—ideal for starting the year creatively.

🥢 Celebrate the new year, deliciously: "In the Kitchen: Chinese New Year" at Ocean House, Westerly. Event info. Learn to cook traditional Chinese dishes in a cozy kitchen setting. Dumplings and festive flavors—your taste buds will thank you! This is a quick turn around one though, this Friday. Act quick!

🍕 Because pizza is always right: Pizza cravings satisfied. I mean just LOOK at this Instagram shot. Providence Coal Fired Pizza knows what it’s doing. Not been yet? Hurry. Life is short—add the extra cheese. JUST BECAUSE PIZZA.

📚 Winter is for reading: Find your book here. Now THIS is a bookstore. Fuel your imagination while sipping something warm at Martin Books in Westerly. Cozy vibes, incoming!

🎷 “Lil Jazzy Cocktail Bar”: Live jazz at The Royal Bobcat. Chill to live music on Saturdays in Prov. Reopening from holiday break on 1/10. Great tunes, good vibes, full bar—what’s not to love?

Entertainment

🎥 Tonight’s cinematic must-see: "Porcelain War" at NewportFilm, Newport TONIGHT 11/9. Details here. A visually stunning art film with a one-time showing—don’t sleep on it. Grab a friend and make it a memorable night!

🎷 Jazz fans, don’t miss this: "Dan Moretti & Brazilia Album Release" at Pump House, South Kingstown. Learn more. Celebrate his new album in a warm, intimate setting. It’s a Wayne Shorter tribute, too. IYKYK.

🕯️ Zimmer’s music lights up winter: "Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works" at McVinney Auditorium, Providence. Experience Hans Zimmer’s iconic soundtracks performed live in a glowing candlelit setting. Perfect for cozy winter evenings and fans of epic movie music.

☕ Creativity meets caffeine: Join the open mic fun. Bolt Coffee is the stage for your talent, big or small. Music, poetry, fiction, & more. Perfect way to enjoy a creative winter evening, 10 minutes at a time (per performer).

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Arts, Crafts & Culture

🖼️ Find beauty at every turn: Visit the Providence Art Club. You’ve driven by it umpteen times. Why not take a peek inside and let their video tour on the homepage inspire you. The perfect mix of charm and culture for a cold day. Just not on Saturdays though. Sundays, or weekdays.

🎨 Create or appreciate freely: Visit and explore local artists at AS220 or showcase your own work free - Offering 4 galleries with new exhibits monthly, with receptions.

🖌️ Master lines and angles: "Perspective Drawing Class" at South County Art Association, Kingston. Register here. Learn how to draw depth like a pro in this fun, relaxed class. No pressure, just lots of creativity and some art nerd joy. And learning to draw in 1 and 2 point perspective does in fact make you feel like Michelangelo.

🎨 Paint and mingle: Open Paint at RW Botanical. Fridays afternoons just got more creative with art and nature vibes. Perfect for unwinding and meeting artsy friends. It’s early-ish so you can have some natural daylight.

🧢 Your hat, your rules: "Custom Trucker Hat Bar at Air Anchor" at Garden City Center, Cranston. More info here. Craft a custom trucker hat and stand out this season. Beat the winter blues with some hat tricks this Saturday.

Rhody Moments

🍗 Chicken out in RI: "Best chicken sandwich in RI" on Reddit? Fans passionately discuss their go-to spots for fried chicken sandwiches that are NOT fast food. It’s a crispy thread, lots of opinions.

🦪 Snack Like a Local: Weekends with Yankee: Guided Food Tour of Providence. Pizza, milkshakes, and stuffed clams take center stage. These hearty bites are just what you need to warm up your winter days!

😲 Godfather’s Masked Misadventure: Al Pacino Arrested in Woonsocket. Young Pacino, black masks, and a trunk gun? What a mug shot. Sounds like a movie, but it was real. Claims of "actors with a prop gun" saved the day—Oscar-worthy excuse for sure. Winter noir vibes.

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Other Rhody Things

🛁 Snow more stress: Float your way to Float RI. The weird magic of float therapy is truly off the beaten path. You’ve seen it in the movies and TV, like Stranger Things. Definitely something to put on the bucket list. It’s on mine. Let us know if you try.

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That’s it for this issue of the Rhody Weekender. Make the most of it!

See you next week!

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