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with an extensive array of amenities, upgrades and conveniences. Coffered ceilings, custom woodwork, inlaid floors, top of the line appliances and lighting fixtures. Outstanding landscaping. $1,250,000

colonial in Rumstick Village. Spacious cook’s kitchen, 2 fireplaces, wood floors, 1st floor master bedroom, luxurious bath, 4 bedrooms/2baths upstairs. Private 1.5 acre lot with pool, strong surrounding value. $899,000

Poppasquash. Wonderful chef’s kitchen with commercial stove, granite counters, wood floors, bonus room off master, unfinished walkout lower – great potential. Nearly an acre abutting tree farm. Water access, pristine! $799,000

Barrington: Enjoy the sunsets from the deck of

Seekonk: Stunning colonial in desirable Brigham

Seekonk: Stately 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath colonial

this updated waterfront colonial with Coastal Living flair! High ceilings, sunlit rooms, gleaming hardwoods and open floor plan. Keep your boat at the dock or enjoy water sports on Barrington River. Priced to sell! $599,000

Farms. Only 3 years young with 4 bedrooms, large bonus room, 2.5 baths, custom kitchen, 9’ ceilings, large master suite, central vac, sprinkler system, invisible fence, alarm system & much more. A must see! $574,900

in desirable Ledgemont Estates on a beautifully landscaped 1.66 acre lot. Spacious granite/stainless eat-in kitchen opens to fireplaced family room & sun room. Hardwoods, central air, 1st floor bedroom/ bath with own fireplaced living room. Deck, patio & finished lower level. $459,900

Bristol: Sherman Heights 3 bed, 3.5 bath colonial.

Barrington: Location, location, location! Walk to

Barrington: Light filled 3 bedroom contemporary

Fabulous new silestone chef’s eat-in kitchen opens to living room with fireplace, 2 story entry, hardwoods, master bedroom/bath with walk-in closet, finished lower level with family room, office & bath. 20,000 SF lot. $374,900

town center, the bike path & harbor from this charming 3 bedroom ranch. Nice open floor plan, lovely builtins and hardwoods, bright and sunny. Very private backyard with out building. Won’t last long – hurry! $319,000

with updated granite kitchen, vaulted ceilings, fireplace and bonus rooms in basement. Large private yard with sprinkler system and breezes from Hundred Acre Cove. Don’t miss it! $314,000

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Warren Estate sale! Clean, spacious home w/many upgrades: HVAC, roof, vinyl shingles, windows, deck, hardwood floors…this one won’t last long. Must see! Offered at $219,000

Bristol North Farm Condo! Totally updated

Bristol Park Shores locale. Corner lot, fenced yard, near water. 3 bed, 2 bath raised ranch. Enjoy your in-ground pool w/ solar blanket & propane heat for extra long enjoyment. Offered at $260,400

Bristol The heart of Downtown. Close to everything. 3 bed Cape w/original details. New roof & elec. 2 car garage. Motivated! Offered at $267,000

Bristol Bright & sunny 3rd flr corner unit

Tiverton Wonderful antique Colonial,

w/spacious open floor plan. Corian, stainless appliances, maple cabinets, hardwoods. Generous master suite. Low condo fees. EnergyStar rated. Offered at $255,000

townhouse. Fabulous kitchen & baths. New heating, air, windows & doors. 2 beds, 2.5 baths. Tastefully decorated. Offered at $298,000

Circa. 1780. Wide plank floors, 6 fireplaces, updated kitchen & baths. Perennial gardens, stone walls, private country setting. Offered at $599,900

Barrington Wonderful Victorian in

desirable Alfred Drowne. Large yard for outdoor entertaining, detached 2-car garage. Walking distance to beaches and East Bay Bike Path. Full of warmth & charm! Offered at $429,000

Bristol Desirable West Side! Very well maintained. Newer kitchen. Cape Cod styled windows. Hardwoods & ceramic flooring. Brick fireplace, bonus sunroom. Beautiful lot w/mature landscaping. Offered at $389,000

Tiverton Villages at Mt Hope Bay: Bristol Multi-family! Located close to

Expansive water views! Finely detailed w/ crown moldings, built-ins, climate controlled wine cellar. Perfection! Offered at $865,000

Bristol Sophisticated living in the heart of Bristol Highlands. Peaceful wooded setting, just steps to Narragansett Bay and East Bay Bike Path. Breath-taking modern renovations completed in 2010. Offered at $895,000

Warren Great income potential - 2 residential, 1 store front and potential for 6 garage rentals, 3 currently rented. Well maintained, newer windows, some updating. Investors take notice!! Offered at $239,000

the downtown area. Nice income property. Plenty of off-street parking. Offered at $349,900

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Contents Photography: (L) courtesy of Blithewold Mansion (R) Janice Lee Kelly

December 2011

22 This Month 18 It Takes a Village East Bay merchants groups band together for the greater good

22 25 Days of Christmas Make your days merry and bright this month

29 29 Live Well In the dog house in Bristol 32 Shop Around 34 Homestyle 37 Connoisseur

39 Taste Dine by the water all year round in Portsmouth 42 Review 45 Drink 46 Connoisseur 48 Dining Guide

51 Gallery Visions of Sugarplum Fairies

Every Month

52 Calendar 55 On Stage 56 Artistry

7 Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Note/Letters

Take the plunge

58 Just Add Water

13 The Buzz Creative, local gift ideas in Warren 14 On the Bay 16 Bay Views

On the Cover: photography by James Jones.

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Stephanie Wheeler was born in Cincinnati but spent most of her childhood in Providence. A Bristol resident for the past Barrington – MLS# 1005036 Beautiful 4 bedroom Tudor home featuring granite & stainless kitchen, updated baths & hardwoods. Bonus room w/ bath over garage, finished basement, large yard & more! $780,000

Tiverton – MLS# 1003418 Spectacular Contemporary in beautiful Tiverton. Cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, spacious kitchen & more! Manicured landscape & wonderful view. $424,000

six years, she teaches writing courses at RIC, URI, RWU and CCRI. In addition to teaching, Stephanie also works with the Upward Bound program and is an avid triathlete. This month, she was asked to contribute the feature story on the emergence of merchants groups. “I was thrilled,” she says. “I have more

Bristol – MLS# 989752 Rare Poppasquash Lot beyond the gates w/ waterviews of the harbor & Usher’s Cove. 4 Bedroom ISDS approved, well installed & ready for your house plans! $795,000

Warren – MLS# 1004023 Well maintained 3 bed, 1 bath Cape on nice corner lot w/ potential galore! Needs cosmetics but worth your efforts. Newer siding, windows & oak hardwood floors. $194,900

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Listen, I know how busy you are this month. You’ve got shopping to do, gifts to wrap, family to visit, cookies to bake, trees to trim, carols to sing, stockings to stuff and sugar plums to dream of. But the holiday season is about a lot more than just unwrapping gifts on Christmas morning. This month, we present to you 25 Merry Days – because every day of December should be festive, fun

and filled with holiday spirit, and not just filled with check marks on your holiday to-do list. Read on, and remember to make time to enjoy the season. Happy holidays.

From Our Readers I saw the story in The Bay just a couple of days ago (“The Business of Creativity,” September 2011). I wanted to compliment you on your ability to capture the essence of the Quinn Foundation and everything we talked about so well. Your article was efficient, accurate and beautifully written. I don’t usually enjoy reading the articles that are written because it’s rare that people get the facts straight. Thank you for being such a professional. Best regards, Kathy Quinn

Calvet Paris (“Fashion Forward,” November 2011). Andrea did a splendid job at showcasing the talent of each one of the ladies portrayed in the story, myself included. As designers, we realize that having the support of the local media is paramount. This type of exposure allows us to reach an audience that may not be aware that our decision to settle here is fueled by our desire to make the Rhode Island fashion scene more relevant and interesting. In this instance, The Bay has provided us with such platform; thus, I am personally extending my gratitude.

It is with great delight that I am writing to you today to express my gratitude for the lovely story written by Andrea McHugh featuring me and our brand

Kindest regards, Marcela Calvet Chief Designer Calvet Paris 1937

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It pays to shop locally this holiday season, as the Downtown Bristol Merchants Association bands together to present its annual Snowflake Raffle extravaganza. Get a free raffle ticket for every $25 you spend at a participating Bristol business – designated by a snowflake in the window – between November 5 and December 19. You could win one of four cash prizes: $3,000, two

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Second Helpings

From trinkets to treasures, Second Helpings is a one-stop shop for the holidays. Bristol’s cherished consignment shop offers fine furnishings, home goods, kitchen equipment, and more. New merchandise arrives daily and is discounted after 30 and 60 days, making Second Helpings the perfect resource during this gift-giving season. 32 Gooding Ave., Bristol • 401-396-9600 • secondhelpingsri.com

Coggeshall Jewelers

Christmas comes but once a year… and so does Coggeshall Jewelers’ limited edition Christmas in Bristol bead. Get yours while they last along with the rest of your holiday gift needs such as diamond engagement rings and more - at Bristol’s only family jewelry store Coggeshall Jewelers. 473 Hope St., Bristol • 401-253-9460

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Luca A shopping experience like no other. Let your children enjoy the play area as

you browse the gently used maternity and children’s clothing as well as baby gear. Each item on the shelves has been hand selected based on current trends to ensure immaculate condition. 139 Water St., Warren • 401-289-2251 • luca-ri.com

The Knotty Dog A unique home and gift shop featuring affordable hand-

made items from local artists, The Knotty Dog specializes in earth friendly, recycled items and original handmade furniture created from century old wood (custom orders taken). Find that something special for a friend or loved one, or treat yourself! 31 Bradford St., Bristol • 396-9520 • theknottydog.com

Adare’s Boutique

A one of a kind boutique, Adare’s offers upscale merchandise both in the store and away from home. Specializing in distinctive fashion jewelry and accessories, you can peruse the store or if you get the urge to browse from the comfort of your own home, they also have an online boutique available 24 hours a day. 4000 Old Post Rd., Charlestown • 213-6385 • adaresboutique.com • Mon – Tues 10am – 5pm, Wed – Thurs 10am – 3pm, Fri – Sat 10am – 6pm, Sun closed

Bill’s Cigar Box East

Bill’s Cigar Box doesn’t only offer premium cigars. Visit for cutters, lighters, cases, pipes and accessories of all sorts. Speak with the knowledgeable owner and let him show you around the humidor room for some of the most quality cigars around. 111 Taunton Ave., Seekonk, MA • 508-336-6577 • Mon-Fri 10am-7pm Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11:30am-2pm

Partners Village Store and Kitchen

Partners Village Store and Kitchen has what you’re looking for. A trove of uncommon gifts, cards, toys, sweets, jewelry, a bookstore, and a gem of a café serving scrumptious lunches and the best cookies anywhere. Come to shop and stay for lunch; it always feels like home. 865 Main Road, Westport, MA • 508-636-2572 • partnersvillagestore.com Open daily 9:30am - 5pm

Milan Clothiers

Need the perfect gift for the men in your life? Look no further than Milan Clothiers. The shop has business, formal, made to measure, weekend-wear and accessories such as hats, belts, socks, cufflinks and scarves. 178 Wayland Ave., Providence, Wayland Square • 401-621-6452 270 County Rd., Barrington • 401-247-9209 Tuesday through Saturday 10am - 6pm

Revival Revival combines classic vintage pieces with modern style and trends to offer a timeless shopping experience. From home furnishings to bath and body, Revival has everything you need to beautify your world. The perfect gift awaits! 227 Thames St., Bristol • 401-396-9806 • revivalbristolri.com

Teddy Bearskins

Teddy Bearskins offers unique and quality clothing for infants, toddlers, and children from every day wear to special occasions and formal attire. We also stock shoes, accessories and toys of the finest quality. There are three Teddy Bearskins stores, two of which are conveniently located in Rhode Island. 17 Brown St., Wickford • 401-295-0282 • teddybearskins.com • Mon – Thurs 10am – 5:30 pm, Fri 10am – 8pm, Sat 10am – 6pm, Sun 12pm – 5pm 290 County Rd., Barrington • 245-8703 • Mon – Fri 10am – 5pm, Sat 10am – 6 pm, Sun 12pm – 5pm

Bristol 4th of July

Reflect your patriotism daily with the 4th of July license plate! Show your spirit for only $41.50 ($20 of which goes to support Bristol’s 4th of July celebration). Current plate numbers transfer if 5 digits or less. Order now – 900 orders required before initial production can commence. Cars only. www.july4thbristolri.com • 401-424-1095

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Christmas at Linden Place Museum Holiday House Tours andz The Museum Shop at Linden Place

Art for Giving

Original pastels, paintings and ceramics to give and to receive. Special donation/raffle wall for PAWS NewEngland. 11 State Street, Bristol Hours: Tues–Sun, 12–5

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Please call for extended holiday hours of operation at 401-253-0390 500 Hope Street, Bristol • www.lindenplace.org

Be Well Bristol $100 for 5 Pilates classes, 5 Yoga classes, and $10 off a massage at Ocean Massage. Stop into any of the three locations for this exciting offer!

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259 Thames Street 401- 253-7778

Ocean Massage 11 State Street 401- 253-0696

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People and places on the bay

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An Artful Holiday

The Wooden Midshipmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creative take on giving local

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Photography: Judith Garner

Buzz on the bay

GIFT IDEA

Prints Charming BOOK EVENT

You Don’t Know Jack Flipping through the channels on a weekday evening, you are bound to hear the distinctive voice of Chris Matthews giving the latest report on politics or asking questions that make the interviewees sweat. Now meet the man in real life as he comes to Barrington Books for the signing of his latest book, Jack Kennedy: Elusive Hero. Matthews’ fascination with Kennedy’s life has led to this collection of stories and firsthand accounts, as he learned the unknown side of the beloved president. First priority for the signing is for those who purchase books in advance. After the signing, all guests waiting to have their book signed will be invited to a reception in the event space next to the store. The signing will take place at 1pm on Saturday, December 3. For more information, or to pre-order books, call 401-245-7925 or visit www.barringtonbooks.com. 183 County Road, Barrington. –Carissa Johnson

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Inside the historic building at 146 Water Street in Warren sits a charming store that sells books, handmade jewelry, letterpress cards, pottery and more. Its name – the Wooden Midshipman – comes from the name of a shop in Dickens’ Dombey & Son. Since the store (owned by Kate Dickson and Brian O’Donnell) is in Warren’s Arts District, all art sold there is sales tax free. We are particularly enamored

by their limited edition vintage children’s book prints, which Kate made with help of a RISD student. The images come from two books written in the 19th century by famed painter and former Warren resident Henry Cady. The books, Down the Bay and Our Week Afloat – both now out of print – depict Cady’s childhood spent on the water. At $17 to $22 unframed, the prints have been selling like hotcakes;

there are currently only a few left. The Wooden Midshipman will be taking special orders for the holidays due to popular demand, with price to be determined. “We like to keep them affordable, basically just to cover the costs of getting them made,” Kate says. “They really belong to the community at large.” 146 Water Street, Warren. 401-245-3431, www.woodenmidshipman.blogspot. com –Erin Swanson

GOOD CAUSE

Bigger is Better The Rhode Island Sewing Network, nonprofit Project Undercover and sponsor Ocean State Job Lot have teamed up in order to piece together the world’s largest sock. Not only are they breaking a Guinness World Record, but they are also bringing awareness about the increasing need for undergarments among impoverished children. With over 40 volunteers from the Rhode Island Sewing Network, the sock will be an estimated 32’x17’, trump-

ing the original biggest sock record of 16’x14’. Project Undercover is an organization dedicated to providing needy children with socks and underwear, and this world record is its biggest effort yet to raise awareness about its cause. There are over 40,000 needy children in Rhode Island who go everyday without the most basic essentials most people take for granted: socks, underwear, diapers and the like. The sock will be unveiled and measured by Guin-

ness on December 2 at the Rhode Island Convention Center, where it will hang from the third floor all the way down to the first. There will be food, music, sword swallowing (yes, sword swallowing) and a special appearance by the Big Nazo puppets. Tickets are $30 each or $50 per couple in advance ($40/$75 at the door) and proceeds benefit Project Undercover. Visit www.projectundercover.org for more info or to purchase tickets. -Sara Celano

Buzz on the bay Please visit us online at www.massri.wish.org

One from the Heart West Springfield Office 181 Park Avenue, Suite 12 West Springfield, MA 01089 413.733.9474 wspringfield@massri.wish.org

Rhode Island Office One State Street, Suite 100 Providence, RI 02908 401.781.9474 rhodeisland@massri.wish.org

This holiday season, you can buy with cash, check and credit card, but how often do you buy with heart? Sponsored by the nonprofit Social Venture Partners Rhode Island, Buy With Heart has one ultimate goal in mind: tackling social challenges and producing much needed jobs from those opportunities. The website is devoted to organizations and companies in Rhode Island that are sell-

Main Office One Bulfinch Place, 2nd Floor Boston, MA 02114 617.367.9474 boston@massri.wish.org

LAYOUT: MELISSA WAGNER-O’MALLEY

GOOD CAUSE

ing a product with a cause. Glee Gum in Providence, for example, is manufacturing chewing gum that is ecofriendly and helping to conserve the rain forest. Flying Kites, a nonprofit organization in Newport, is working hard to improve care for orphaned children with a series of groundbreaking programs. For a full list of ventures, you can visit their website, www.buywithheart.org. -Sara Celano

For more information, please contact us:

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Massachusetts and Rhode Island grants wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. When Agnes is not watching Wizards of Waverly Place, she can often be found singing along to Justin Bieber. Agnes has sickle cell disease, which can sometimes keep her from enjoying everyday activities she loves. When she learned she would have a wish granted, she decided on a family trip to Walt Disney World® Resort to see all of her favorite princesses! During her magical week in Florida, Agnes had the opportunity to meet her beloved Disney characters and experience the theme park’s many thrills. Her wish gave Agnes the chance to do what every child deserves — to enjoy carefree days without the worry of illness. The original drawing “A Snow Man” was created by 12-year-old Agnes, who wished to visit Walt Disney World® Resort!

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GOOD CAUSE

Sweet Charity Having presents under the Christmas tree is not always an option for some families. Do your part and help with the Rehoboth Helping Hands food pantry as they start their “Christmas gifts” project for children in underprivileged families. Throughout October and November the pantry collected the names and requests of children, and now asks that volunteers purchase those items so these children will have presents for Christmas. Donations are also needed for emergency fuel assistance. Last year the pantry helped 57 families with emergency fuel. The pantry is also always looking for food items, especially during the holiday season. For more information call 508-252-3263 or go to www.rehobothnow.com. Holiday cards don’t always have

to feature bad family photos or cartoon reindeer – they can help make a difference in the life of a child. The Make-A-Wish Foundation is selling holiday greeting cards in an effort to make holiday wishes come true. Make-A-Wish grants wishes to children with life-threatening illnesses, and the cards are a fundraiser to help pay for the often expensive requests. The original drawing on the cards, called “A Snow Man,” was created by wish child Agnes, 12, who wished to visit Disney World. The cards will be sold in packs of 20 with envelopes for $22. The inside of the card contains the message: “Warmest wishes for a joyous holiday season.” For more information on how to purchase the holiday cards, go to www. massri.wish.org. -Carissa Johnson

Breakfast: Everyday from 7am-12pm Lunch: Everyday 11:30-4:30 Dinner: Monday-Saturday 4:30-10:30 and Sunday 4:30-9:30

All of our bars are open late each night. Open Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day

Holiday To Go Menu Online Gift Certificates Available

DeWolf Tavern at Thames Street Landing 259 Thames Street, Bristol www.DeWolftavern.com • 254-2005

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Buzz Bay Views Friends of Linden Place hosted A Taste of Bristol and Beyond to raise money for the restoration and preservation of Linden Place Mansion in October. The Rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Soul Horns had everyone dancing the day away as over 40 restaurants, caterers, wineries and breweries put their best foot forward on behalf of the museum, which raised an impressive $20,000. Photography by Judith Gardner

David Deleon and Casey Cincotta

Steven and Brie DiLibero

Kathy and Bill Dickenson

Michael and Carol Siino

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Fred and Karen Orwiler and Joe Brito

Come Together

Bringing communiTies TogeTher: Fusion Fest, held by the Discover Warren group, brought thousands of people together in october

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cropping up all over the East Bay. The art of promoting a town or region while developing and creating festive, informative and diverse activities and events for individuals to participate in is not a task these groups take lightly. Because of their proactive efforts, local merchants groups infuse the area with a sense of vibrancy and community, and they work hard to bring in consumers and explorers to discover and appreciate their respective areas. From the Warren Walkabout and Fusion Fest, to the Bristol Halloween Stroll in October, to upcoming assorted holiday events in Tiverton and the holiday Passport to Savings in Barrington, these merchant’s groups are constantly coming up with plans to bring in business and to create pleasurable community events. Katie Dickson of the Discover Warren group notes the evolution of these groups. “Discover Warren has existed in many different forms, most recently as

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a community group that planned events and such,” she notes. “But when I got to town all it really did was sponsor the Warren Walkabout. So a group of restaurant owners and shopkeepers started meeting – over wine and beers, of course – to brainstorm ideas, and we decided to become a real merchant’s advocacy group. Our feeling is that a strong local economy will improve the quality of life for all residents, not just business owners. We hired a wonderful graphic designer to create a logo, branding and website for us, which launched this summer. DiscoverWarren.com is fun and funky and really captures the spirit of the town.” Alayne White, owner of Alayne White Spa, self-proclaimed Spa Goddess and President of the Downtown Bristol Merchant’s Association, puts it this way: “The DBMA mission is simply to drive business into Bristol, but more importantly, we are a network of independent businesses who work together to get more people – locals, students, RWU

faculty and tourists – to visit our great and quaint authentic town.” While the groups in Bristol and Warren are both actively involved in advocating for themselves, Tiverton isn’t far behind. Kristin Silveria, the new president of the Tiverton Four Corners Merchant’s Group, explains, “The mission statement of this organization is to foster and promote its members and their businesses yearround through various marketing endeavors and special events; to enhance the community through sponsored family activities, aesthetic improvements to the historic Tiverton Four Corners area and increased awareness of the area’s many unique benefits; and to promote visual and performing arts and to explore and encourage greater participation in the arts throughout the community.” Promotional efforts like the Tiverton Four Corners Holiday Raffle are designed to let businesses throughout the town share in the benefits. Shoppers can pick up a card to participate, and get it

stamped when they visit any participating merchants (no purchase necessary). After they collect seven stamps, they can turn in the card for the chance to win gifts donated by various members. Cathi Fournier of Milk & Honey Bazaar, one of the participating businesses, explains, “We are hoping people will come check out the shops at Four Corners and come back for the holiday season.” Creating these sorts of incentives encourages people to visit the towns numerous times, and in this manner visitors are able to better get to know the area, find their favorite spots and develop a habit of shopping and engaging in these communities. Merchants banded together in Barrington earlier this year to form the Barrington Business Association for just that purpose. This kind of interaction and collaboration keeps everyone inspired and vibrant. “The greatest point of the DBMA is that businesses will get out of it what they put into it by attending our monthly meet-

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of the general success of the DBMA. We are currently working on producing an environment that utilizes the key points of interest central to our town, like Blithewold, Linden Place, Herreshoff Marine Museum, the Bristol Historical Society and Coggeshall Farm Museum, as attractions for cultural tourism. We have also made incredible impact on our connection with RWU as a recognized, viable economic force in Bristol.” Not to be left behind, Discover Warren is making its own strides. “In just a year in a half, it’s been so exciting to see shop fronts fill up and getting the media more interested in what Warren has to offer,” Dickson enthuses. “We are planning a whole year of events to draw people to the area: the annual Warren Walkabout, of course, but also a holiday night on December 2 (“Warren Wonderland”), and we’ll be open late every Friday in December, donating a portion of those evening’s proceeds to local charities. We’ll be doing some kind of spring block party and hopefully next year another Fusion Fest, the music and food event that we did in the fall at Blount’s Clam Shack. That was a huge blast.” With all the fun and festive activities in the East Bay, it’s hard to keep track. It’s a great time to fill up our calendars and take advantage of all the events right in our backyards.

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Deck the Halls Christmas at Blithewold is unlike anything else you’re going to find. This month, the mansion decks its halls – and we mean really decks them. This year’s theme is “The Gifts of Nature,” where the outside comes in with handmade ornaments and decorations made from pine cones and plants on the property. Time your visit around their afternoon teas, offered TuesdayFriday at 1:30pm and 3pm, to fully enjoy the experience. 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-253-2707, www.blithewold.org

Read All About It Get the little ones in the spirit at a book signing and holiday crafts event at Barrington Books. On December 11, local illustrator Cathren Housley will be signing copies of her book, The Christmas Cats. After, Peacock and Parade, the new arts hub upstairs from the bookstore, will be hosting a holiday crafts workshop. Tea and holiday treats will be served. The workshop is free, but advance registration is required. 184 County Road, Barrington. 401-245-7925, www.barringtonbooks.com

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Make Shopping Fun Face it. You’re going to be shopping a lot this month. There’s no getting around the annual ritual that is emptying your wallet to fill the space under the Christmas tree. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t a way of getting around the annual drag-a-hundred-heavy-bags-around-the-mall routine. Get your holiday shopping done in Tiverton Four Corners at Winter’s Arts and Artisan Fair, where local vendors will be selling their unique, handmade, completely outside the big box wares on December 10 and 11. The event is free, but donations to benefit Tiverton Four Corners will be accepted. The Meeting House, 3850 Main Road, Tiverton. www.tivertonfourcorners.com

Make it a Colonial Christmas Take the idea of preserving holiday traditions to the next level at Coggeshall Farm. On December 3 and 4, the Colonialera farm and education center will host its Christmas Sale. Guests can play 18th century games, make their own wreaths, enjoy hot cider and take home a hand-cut Fraser Fir for this year’s Christmas tree. Poppasquash Road, Bristol. 401-2539062, www.coggeshallfarm.org.

Locally Source Your Holiday Meal Purchasing your food from local farms benefits everyone: not only are you eating better, fresher, more wholesome meals, you’re supporting local farmers and food purveyors. Take it one step further by getting your holiday turkey from Helger’s Turkey Farm in Tiverton. They’re taking holiday orders as of right now, and encourage early orders – though frozen turkeys are available year-round. 2554 Main Road, Tiverton. 401624-4087.

Trim the Tree This year, don’t just head to Home Depot to get some driedout tree that was cut down weeks ago in another state. The area is full of tree farms, and many of them are offering fun ways to get in the Christmas spirit. In Tiverton, Clarks Christmas Tree Farm offers pony rides, handmade wreaths and cider and treats in the barn. Boughs and Berry Farm in Little Compton offers kids the opportunity to hunt for the Charlie Brown tree while their parents search for one a little more robust to take home. Middletown’s Sweet Berry Farm offers seven varieties of firs and spruces, along with holiday floral arrangements and offerings from the farm’s gourmet shop. For a full listing of local tree farms, visit www.richristmastrees.com. Clarks: 4191 Main Road, Tiverton. 401-624-4119, www.clarkschristmastreefarm.com. Boughs and Berry: 255 Peckham Road, Little Compton. 401-635-8582. Sweet Berry: 915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown. 401-847-3912, www.sweetberryfarmri.com.

Hit the Ice Nothing creates a feeling of the magic of the season like ice skating. The Newport Skating Center is opening for the season on December 9, and will be ready for all of the rosy-cheeked, mittened photo ops your family can handle. On opening day, meet Santa and his elves at the tree lighting ceremony, where cider, cocoa and treats will be served. Through January 8, the Center is collecting coats for the Amica Coat Drive – everyone who donates a gently used coat will get a two-for-one pass for rink admission. The drive benefits St. Joseph’s Food Kitchen in Newport. Corner of Commercial Avenue and America’s Cup Avenue, Newport. 401-846-3018, www.skatenewport.com

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Get Crafty Love how Blithewold Mansion decorates? Head to one of their many holiday-themed workshops (and bring the kids along) to take a bit of that beauty home with you. On December 2 and 3, learn a new skill at a Wreath Decorating Workshop, or take the family to a just-for-kids Decorate a Tiny Tree Workshop on December 9. If you’d rather channel your creativity in the kitchen, head to a holiday Hors d’Oeuvres Workshop on December 7, or a Family Gingerbread House Workshop on December 3. Their website offers more details and a lot more workshops. www.blithewold.org

Get In the Spirit More sophisticated than glue guns and glitter, “The Spirit of Christmas” arts and crafts festival at St. Philomena School in Portsmouth promises works from the finest New England artisans, ensuring you’ll be giving unique and well-received gifts this year. Arrive early on December 3, and bring your appetites, as breakfast with Santa runs from 9am-11am. There is also free admission and free parking from 10am-4pm. Donations of non-perishable items are kindly appreciated. 324 Cory’s Lane, Portsmouth. 401-683-0268.

Treat Yourself After all of that shopping, baking, wrapping and merrymaking (hey, that can get exhausting, too), you deserve a little bit of me time. Elizabeth Grady Spa in Seekonk offers a way to treat yourself to an indulgent spa service and have a sense of the season at the same time. The Feet First Peppermint Manicure and Pedicure is an intensive, invigorating treatment, infused with deliciously seasonal peppermint oil, to get your tired hands and feet back in holiday party shape. 20 Commerce Road, Seekonk. 508-336-7710, www. elizabethgrady.com

Make Your Home Merry and Bright Shop Local Everybody can go to the mall to buy gifts. Everybody can shop online. But, because everyone can do it, it’s not easy to find unique, memorable gifts that way. Buying from local, independent vendors definitely helps you find gifts nobody else will be giving this year. Find them under one roof at the Holiday Craft Fair 2011 on December 10 in Tiverton. Over 35 artists and craft vendors will be peddling their one-of-a-kind creations, and you will have the gifts under the tree that everyone will be talking about. Knights of Columbus, 28 Fish Road, Tiverton. 401-396-9921.

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We may not have one store completely devoted to Christmas, but we have something better. Bradford Mercantile, the fantastically seasonal shop in Warren, completely changes with the seasons – so we have a super-patriotic July Fourth store in the summer, a Halloween mecca in October, and now a holiday shop that’s as festive as they come. Owner Terry Stone is known for her beautifully crafted seasonal displays, and Christmas is the season in which she really shines. Check out the store for home gifts, ornaments and decorations as far as the eye can see. Even if you’re not shopping, it’s worth taking a look. 384 Market Street, Warren. 401-289-2102, www.bradfordmercantile.com

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Celebrate Like the Irish Do Sure, you love dreaming of a white Christmas… at the beginning of the season. But once the middle of December rolls around, if you hear one more dreary rendition of “The Christmas Song,” you’re going to burst just like those chestnuts roasting on the open fire. Mix up your holiday music on December 9 at A Celtic Christmas Extravaganza, a concert at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Portsmouth by the Boston String Quartet and Celtic vocalist Pat Morgan, featuring storytelling and Irish and Scottish music. 2836 East Main Road, Portsmouth. 617-875-7851, www.bostonstringquartet.com.

Christmas Eve on the Farm On December 24, enjoy a special edition of Breakfast in the Barnyard at Coggeshall Farm. This program gets kids up early to show them what a traditional morning on the historic farm would have been like – including helping with chores, feeding the pigs, brushing the cows and tending to the chickens in the yard. After, they help cook johnnycakes to enjoy for breakfast – all under the direction of the farm’s costumed interpreters. www.coggeshallfarm.org.

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Get Serenaded Linden Place Mansion’s The Heart of Christmas celebration wouldn’t be complete without a concert by crooner Michael DiMucci on December 2 at 7:30pm. Known as the Josh Groban of the museum, DiMucci will sing his way into your heart amidst the backdrop of the resplendently decorated ballroom. The fundraiser concert, which will feature wine and desserts in addition to a mixture of classical and traditional holiday songs, is sure to sell out so reserve your tickets soon by calling the mansion. 500 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-253-0390, www.lindenplace.org

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Feeling creative? The Caratunk Wildlife Refuge invites you to bring your stylish sensibilities to their Holiday Centerpiece Workshop on December 13 at 7pm. They’ll provide the materials – including fresh greens – and instruction. Soon, you’ll have both a traditional centerpiece and boxwood topiary that you can be proud to place atop your dining table. Your home will be smelling fragrant long after dinner’s been cleared. 301 Brown Avenue, Seekonk. 508-761-8230, www.asri.org/refuges/caratunk-wildlife-refuge.html

Sing Along Escape the holiday madness and enjoy an evening of twinkling lights, music, peace and serenity. Community Convent Church in Rehoboth is hosting a Christmas Concert at 7:30pm on December 8. Partake in hors d’oeuvres as you relax your mind and open your ears and hearts to the blissful sounds of the Warwick Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are just $8. There’s no shame in singing along. 615 Tremont Street, Rehoboth. 508-222-9400, www. communitycovenant.org

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Window Shop for Decorating Ideas Sure, your house is beautiful when it’s decked out for the holidays: the tree, the lights, the decorations your family has been collecting for generations. But if you want to see some homes that are really done up for the season, check out the New Bedford Preservation Society’s 20th Annual Holiday House Tour, when residents from the city’s most historic neighborhoods open the doors to their beautifully preserved, centuries-old homes – including the unmissable Rotch-JonesDuff House. December 10 will see a candlelight tour, while there will be an afternoon tour on December 11. There will also be a pre-tour brunch and scavenger hunt. Tour starts at the Wamsutta Club, 427 County Street, New Bedford. 508-9976425, www.nbpreservationsociety.org.

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by David Dadekian

Take Me to the River Big flavors and great views on the banks of the Sakonnet my dining experience in the town of Portsmouth is limited. I think of the place more as the quiet, beautiful end of Aquidneck Island than as a dining destination. If you’re looking for a casual, neighborhood restaurant with a beautiful view, I can say that a friend and I did have a very enjoyable dinner at 15 Point Road. The first thing you’ll notice when you arrive at 15 Point Road is location, location, location. Yes, the place has it three times over. The restaurant sits right on the Sakonnet River and you can watch the boats go by, looking across the river to Tiverton and down the East Bay’s west coast. There’s a big deck for outdoor dining; though we had to sit inside this time of year, we still got a nice water vista. The restaurant was busy on a Thursday night and I would expect that during the summer the place would be completely mobbed. Dining at a waterfront restaurant during the “off-season” can have its ups and downs. One up is that you can walk in and get a table by a big window with no problem. One down is they may not be staffed as heavily; my friend and I stood waiting for over five minutes until someone approached us

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to be seated. From there on the service was fine, though at some points in the evening you could definitely feel that there were only two servers taking care of the relatively full dining room. The dining room looked as you expect and want a waterfront restaurant to look: lots of blues and some boat themed décor. There were a number of large booths in the middle of the room that could accommodate bigger parties. I got the feeling that 15 Point Road is a great restaurant for locals to get together with family. We began by ordering some wine from an expansive list of over 20 wines by the glass, and even more by the bottle. It’s a good list and my friend and I both agreed the wine pour was very healthy. We started with the Littlenecks PeriPeri ($11) and the Hot and Spicy Shrimp ($12). The littlenecks are served like a bowl of mussels with white wine, chourico, garlic, white beans, tomato, oregano and crostini. They were well executed and the chourico was excellent with the clams. The dish quickly disappeared. The shrimp were nicely cooked with Cajun spices and white wine, but I don’t know that I’d call it particularly spicy. It had good flavor, though.

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For dinner I ordered a Pappardelle Pasta with Chicken and Mushrooms ($18) while my friend ordered the No. 15 Mount Hope Seafood ($26). The chicken was well cooked, with a nice grilled char on it. The whole dish was dressed in a wispy light tomato and Parmesan sauce, almost like a broth but with a bit more body. The mushrooms, Parmesan and tomato made for an ideally flavorful mix. As for the No. 15 Mount Hope Seafood, I almost couldn’t get it away from my friend for a taste. The dish is comprised of lobster, shrimp, scallops, tomatoes, tarragon and scallions sautéed in a wine cream sauce and served over a puff pastry. It had that down-home tastiness that lots of seafood, butter and creamy richness can give. We did clear that plate, including the entire large square of puff pastry. There were a number of dessert choices and we asked our server for two that are prepared in house, the Crème Brûlée with Grand Marnier and the Cinnamon Beignets with Vanilla Ice Cream (both $6). We were told the Crème Brûlée was a new recipe and unfortunately my friend and I both agreed that they needed to

tweak it. But we completely flipped for the Beignets. They were more like little, light, fluffy doughnuts than traditional beignets but we didn’t care. There was some salt in with all the cinnamon sugar, which made the flavor bigger; the freshly fried beignets with the cold vanilla ice cream made for a great contrast in the mouth. When my friend and I finished our meal at 15 Point Road we walked outside and lingered on the deck for a while. It was a cool but not cold November evening and the scene along the Sakonnet River was as still as a photo. Perhaps the evening’s experience wasn’t perfect, but it was very good for a casual dinner with a beautiful view – a smart choice for a neighborhood place.

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Have Your Booze and Eat It Too

Bake some spirits into this holiday When I was a young whippersnapper, going to the mall during the holidays felt very special. I was in awe of the ornaments the size of circus tents that hung from the ceiling, excited by the bustling people and happy to sing along to music I recognized. Best of all, department stores offered sugary samples. One busy day at Macy’s, my mom and I came across a woman who was offering glistening, dark brown pieces of cake. Jackpot. But just a few moments later, my world came to a crashing halt when I was told that the cake was for adults only. My mom, crafty woman that she is, removed the top third of a slice and shared the rest with me. Disappointed to miss out on the icing but happy to consume any kind of sugar, I gladly accepted – only to find my throat on fire after a few bites. Why would anyone eat this? I wondered. Now I understand. As an adult dessert devotee, I know the sinful deliciousness that comes from folding a nip of booze (or seven) into your mixing bowl. One of my all-time favorites is fresh berries sautéed in butter and Maker’s Mark with fresh whipped cream. But for a true lesson in baking with alcohol, I turned to food writer Lucy Baker’s The Boozy Baker: 75 Recipes for Spirited Sweets. Baker makes a

simple and convincing argument: baking with booze is fun – and enhances the flavor of practically everything. I’m moderately embarrassed to reveal this, but I don’t think I ever understood that flavored extracts (vanilla, for example) are basically saturated shots. In light of this, it makes perfect sense to use liqueurs, spirits, and even wine and beer to give your desserts a boost. The Boozy Baker has no shortage of treats for the reader, including a convenient rundown of the flavor profile of many kinds of alcohol, 25 complementary cocktail recipes for pairing, and helpful baking tips. Of course, this is in addition to the sumptuous recipes for cakes, cupcakes, pies, tarts, cookies, brownies and even frozen delights that range from reinvented classics to worthy newbies. Baker says there are no rules when it comes to desserts – my kind of woman. The results of this sort of brilliant thinking are tipsy treats like Dirty Girl Scout Cookies, Lemon Layer Cake with Campari frosting – which I will be making immediately – Cuba Libre Brownies, Plum Biercake, Dark and Stormy Hermits, and Green Tea and Banana Cake with Sake Syrup. Don’t worry about driving after indulging (in desserts): most if not all the alcohol “bakes away,” leaving only decadence behind.

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Samantha Allison on festive cocktails You’ve got a pretty creative cocktail menu at 1149 East. What’s on it for the holidays? On our menu right now, we have a pumpkin crème brulee martini: it’s Pinnacle Whipped Cream Vodka, Frangelico, Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur, and pumpkin liqueur, served with a graham cracker rim. We’ve also got a cranberry mojito – we muddle the lime, simple syrup and mint as usual, but then add cranberry juice and fresh cranberries. The red and the green together are really festive. The first week in December, we’ll debut our specialty cocktails for the month. You’ll see hot chocolate and coffee drinks, and twists on some classics like the peppermint patty martini. We’ll do a specialty hot toddy as well. Anything else creative I haven’t tried before? We have weekly drink specials that are always changing. Right now we have a black forest cake martini. It’s Pinnacle Cake Vodka, Chambord, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, raspberry vodka and chocolate milk. We’ve also got a fresh orange and raspberry sangria – for that, we soaked fresh oranges in raspberry liqueur and berry vodka. I love a champagne cocktail, especially this time of year, but you don’t

see them that often. Anything with bubbles? For brunch, we do a lot of twists on champagne cocktails. We’ve got a signature blood orange mimosa. Our best selling drink ever is the Doli Berry – it’s Stoli doli (vodka infused with fresh pineapple), raspberry vodka, triple sec and cranberry topped with champagne. What are you drinking when you’re not behind the bar? I’ll usually go with a Ketel One and soda or a nice prosecco. I love espresso martinis, but dark, without Bailey’s. I make them with Stoli Vanil, Tia Maria, Kahlua, Frangelico and a fresh shot of espresso. That makes all the difference; you can’t use espresso that’s been sitting around for a while. The key is to shake it forever. What do you really enjoy making when you are behind the bar? I like making hot chocolate or coffee drinks. You can add whipped cream, biscotti, Reese’s peanut butter chips. You can dress them up a lot. The garnishes really draw you in. At this time of year, it’s a great comfort drink. Samantha is a longtime bartender at 1149 East, 965 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk. 508-336-1149, www.elevenfortyninerestaurant.com

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Trafford 285 Water St, Warren; 401-289-2265. While the bright interior space and beautiful waterfront deck are charming, the eclectic menu is Trafford’s specialty. The fresh seafood and seasoned wood grilled entrees are bold enough to match the decor. Valet service offered. LD $-$$$

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December from previous page December 17-18: Generally, dancing mice do not signify culture. Problems with the air-tightness of your basement? Maybe. Too much to drink? Perhaps. But an affinity for the arts? Not usually- unless it’s the holiday season and The Nutcracker Ballet is again in full effect. The Spindle City troupe out of Fall River offers up not only a magical rendition from dancing snowflakes to the land of sweets, but also an elegant evening with the Staulbaulms. Before the show on Saturday evening, they’ll bust out the grand buffet and wine bar, then allow you to mingle with costumed cast members post performance. Just try not to step on any tails. Saturday: 2pm, 7pm. Sunday: 2pm. $15$25, $12-$20 seniors, $8-$15 ages 12 and under. Bristol Community College, 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River. 508-5366073, www.spindlecityballet.org.

December 4 Gain an appreciation for the differences between Baroque, Classical and modern music with the Musicians of the Old Post Road, and become the smartypants who can differentiate between the baroque and classical flutes. 3pm. $20, $10 students under 21. Westport Point United Methodist Church, 1912 Main Road, Westport. 508-636-0698, www.concertsatthepoint.org.

December 11 Temper your excitement folks. Associate justice of the US Supreme Court Stephen Bryer will be talking live about Making Our Democracy Work, from an insider’s perspective. His presentation will be broadcast from the 92nd Street Y in New York City. 7:30pm. Free. The Meeting House, 3850 Main Road, Tiverton. 401-6246200, tivertonfourcorners.com.

December 18 Step aside as everyone else fights over the parking spots at the mall and get into the spirit of the season a bit less aggressively with Barty Smarty’s Christmas Caper, which combines video collages of holiday animations and specials with freakishly festive music. 2-4pm. Free. Barrington Library, 281 County Road, Barrington. 401-247-1920, www.barringtonlibrary.org.

December 5 Enjoy the sweet sounds of The Very Merry Dickens Carolers, not only to partake in their four-part a cappella harmonies, but also because you can’t go wrong with any holiday performance marked by musicians pimping ornate bonnets and top hats. 7-8pm. Free. Weaver Memorial Library, 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence. 401-454-2453, www.eastprovidencelibrary.org.

December 13 Bask in your good fortune because the Celtic Christmas Extravaganza, featuring the Boston String Quartet with the vocals of Cathie Ryan, is only making 24 stops throughout the Northeast. Someone in northern Maine is no doubt hating on your good luck right now. 7pm. $25. Jane Pickens Theatre, 49 Touro Street, Newport. 401-846-5252, www. janepickens.com.

December 1-2 Feel the energy of the Drumline, as this historically black college marching band tradition kicks brass with its 40-member touring band. They’ll shake up the season of the little drummer boy with big energy and high stepping choreography. 8pm. $35, $40, $45. The Zeiterion Theatre, 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford. 508-994-2900, www.zeiterion.org.

December 26-28 Ring the bell, then come on in, because the owners of the 18th and 19th century private homes featured during the 41st Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour have been expecting you and are frantically tidying up for your arrival. 4-7pm. $3 per house, at door. Map at Visitor’s Center, 23 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport. 401-293-0965, www.christmasinnewport.com.

December 6 Add some color to your wardrobe, or artfully hide the fact that the your holiday pig-outs have done a number on your chin with Beginning Knitting: Stylish Scarves and Cowls, taking up the lesson where your grandmother left off. 6-8pm. $15, $10 members. Blithewold, 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-2532707, www.blithewold.org.

December 13 Realize that while freshly baked rolls do double duty as a table decoration for a brief period, the fragrant boxwood topiary and traditional greenery created during the Holiday Centerpiece Workshop, won’t get eaten as quickly. 7-9pm. $30, $25 Audubon Society members. Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, 301 Brown Avenue, Seekonk. 401-949-5454, www.asri.org.

December 1-11 Gather ye around the fire for Little Women, where— in addition to the themes of family, love and loss— you’ll witness the genuine excitement of someone grateful for receiving an orange in their stocking on Christmas morn. Thursday: 7pm, Friday-Saturday: 8pm, Sunday: 3pm. $30. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market Street, Warren. 401-2474200, www.2ndstorytheatre.com.

December 10 Envy the talents of pianist Frederick Moyer, as he performs classic works by Chopin, Rachmaninoff and Beethoven during the Arts in the Village series, because all you’ve got are the first notes of “Chopsticks.” 7:30pm. $15, $13 seniors, $6 children; cash and checks only. Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth. 508-252-5718, www.carpentermuseum.org.

December 16 Ask the important questions before the 40 Day Warming Winter Cleanse, like, “Will I be able to walk down a flight of stairs after indulging in unlimited yoga, meditation and weekly community meetings?” From January 9-February 17, Noon. Free. Innerlight Center for Yoga, Middletown Commons, 850 Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown. 401849-3200, www.innerlightyoga.com.

December 3 Understand the swag scored at the Designer Wreath Sale won’t just make your house the most festive on the block, but also supports families at Lucy’s Hearth receive transitional housing and other training programs, as they build towards the future. 9am-noon. Free. The Rotunda at Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Boulevard, Newport. 401847-2021, www.lucyshearth.org.

December 11 Compare the rustic charm of an awayin-a manger delivery room to that of a modern hospital, with a Living Nativity, sponsored by the Smith Neck Friends Meeting. They recreate the sights, sounds and smells of the holiday season with live animals (some of them who talk) and cute kids. Free. 3-4:30pm. Alderbrook Farm, 1213 Russells Mills Road, Dartmouth. 508-999-3526.

December 17 Warm your entire being with the Aine Minogue Annual Winter Solstice Concert, as the Irish harpist and vocalist brings light to the darkest part of the year, along with mystical stories of mermaids, and fiddler Brendan Bulger. 7pm. $23, $20 advance. Common Fence Community Hall, 933 Anthony Road, Portsmouth. 401-683-5085, www.commonfencemusic.org.

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December 27 Revamp your outlook as Sparky’s Puppets presents happy Stories from Snowy Lands, including a bear who goes ice fishing and a toymaker on a wintry day. Better than the tales you deal with on the regular, like salting the sidewalk or shoveling the car out from three-foot drifts, no? 6:30-7:30pm. Free. Seekonk Library, 410 Newman Avenue, Seekonk. 508-336-8230, www. seekonkpl.org. December 30 Ask Johnny Winter, one of the greatest blues rock guitar players in the world, to give you a bit of assistance in making your New Year’s resolutions, so you don’t wind up promising something predictable and un-rock and roll like, like losing ten pounds. 8pm. $40, $45 day of, $20 child. Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan Street, Fall River. 508-324-1926, www.ncfta.org.

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will also feature a visit from Santa, greeting children of all ages. In addition to the music, Zeiterion will also welcome a musical production of A Christmas Carol with two performances on Saturday, December 10 at 2pm and 7pm. 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford. 508994-2900, www.zeiterion.org For a more classical take on the holidays, the South Coast Community Chorale will perform Vivaldi’s “Gloria” along with other holiday favorites at Good Shepard Parish in Fall River. An annual holiday tradition on the South Coast, the performance is Sunday, December 18 at 2pm. Also in Fall River, Little Theatre will offer the tale of Amahl and the Night Visitors, written by Gian Carlo Menotti, from December 1-4 at the Firebarn. Good Shepard Parish, 1598 South Main Street, Fall River. 508-252-3975, www.sccchorale.com. Little Theatre: 340 Prospect Street, Fall River. 508675-1852, www.littletheatre.net. Blithewold mansion in Bristol will also share holiday music and performance throughout the month of December. From classical and traditional to family

sing-alongs with Santa, “Christmas at Blithewold” has something for everyone. Tree Callanan, Director of Communications, notes, “The Van Wickle family [who originally owned Blithewold] was a great supporter of arts and culture. They would also return to Blithewold for the holidays.” So it’s not surprising to find the performing arts playing a big role in the mansion’s festivities. Performances are virtually daily and are free with admission. Some of the highlights include a “Reading of A Christmas Carol” with Paul Hayden and Bill McCarty on Thursday, December 15. The Strays, a group of eight women from the East Bay area who love to sing together, will perform favorite holiday songs on Sunday, December 18 and Thursday, December 29. Relax after the holidays with chamber and woodwind traditional music with the Classic Winds Woodwind Quintet. A complete list of holiday performances, as well as crafts and children’s story times, is available at the new Christmas at Blithewold blog, www.christmasatblithewold.wordpress. com. 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-2532707, www.blithewold.org

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taken, both mentally and digitally.” Shows featuring Carlos’ live music began at the Underground Railroad Café in New Bedford. The couple sold nine pieces at that first show. Expos, more exhibits and shows and museum displays followed. Former Governor Don Carcieri, Attleboro Mayor Kevin J. Dumas, Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and Lt. Governor Tim Murray have given the couple citations after they displayed their work at the Attleboro Art Museum and other prominent museum spaces. “We put all kinds of materials into our artwork: wood for houses and boats, glass or acrylics for windows, metal hinges and door knobs, silk flowers and silicone waterfalls,” explains Taalibah, adding, “Then we add our hearts and souls.” And how real are the canvas’ 3-D material elements? “We once had some children who tried to pick the flowers,” laughs Taalibah. Kabo Roots 3-D Art Collection may be seen at 146 Anoka Avenue, Barrington. December hours of operation will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from noon to 5pm. Private viewings are also available. More info is available at 401-499-5112 or www. kaborootsart.com.

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ringing in the New Year. While not exactly a resolution – it’s more of a good way to kick off the year – people are already gearing up to figuratively and physically wash off 2011 by jumping in the ocean this January 1. At high noon all across the state thousands of people will be joining in Polar Bear, Penguin and just all out crazy plunges into the freezing cold water, some even for a good cause. In Newport, people will be taking the dive to raise money for A Wish Come True; across the bridge in Jamestown it will be in support of the Special Olympics; over on the other side of the bay in North Kingstown they will be supporting their local YMCA.

With an average air temperature of 30 degrees Fahrenheit and an average water temperature of 37 for January in Rhode Island, the event is not for the faint at heart. In order not to completely shock their bodies, the Newport Polar Bears meet every Sunday at Easton’s Beach in Newport for a noon swim to prepare. They welcome anyone wanting to join in the ritual or just watch from the sidelines for an all around good time, because the beach is not reserved just for summer in New England. If you are thinking about joining in the festivities this year, here are a few tips to help brave the cold for first time plungers. The first is to

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