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Make the most of winter at The Alex and Ani City Center in downtown Providence
Gift Giving Ideas
Holiday Cheer
12 What Cheer!
17 Festive Events
24 Merry & Bright
52 Small Business Saturday
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November 2-January 14: Searching for that one-of-a-kind gift for that one-of-a-kind guy or gal? Swing by the Conanicut Island Art Association’s Annual Holiday Art Exhibition at the Town Hall Gallery, Art is a Gift, with works selling “off the wall” just in time for the giving season. Be sure to not miss the opening reception, featuring catered holiday refreshments and music by Dennis Costa, as well as Bin – Works Deals & Steals. Opening reception November 19. 5-7pm. 93 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown. www. conanicutislandartassociation.com November 18: Let the hustle and bustle of the season fall away, and replenish your spirit with the elegant sounds of Faure Quartett, presented by Rhode Island Chamber Concerts. As one of the world’s premier piano quartets, this performance is sure to be dynamic, with their innovative composition and repertoire enticing classical music enthusiasts and neophytes alike. 7:30pm. Saplinsey Hall, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence. 401-456-8144, www.ric.edu/ nazariancenter
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December 4-6, 11-13 & 18-20: Does someone on your gift list have a thing for bling? Do they twirl for pearls? If so, be sure not to miss Imperial Pearl’s Holiday Warehouse Sale, open for three weekends only this season. America’s leading importer and designer of fine pearl jewelry opens the doors of their global headquarters for a historic sale with steep discounts of up to 70% off their to-die-for inventory. Friday-Sunday, 10am-4pm. 793 Waterman Avenue, East Providence. 401-434-2597, www. imperialpearl.com December 5: For quality arts and crafts this season, look no further than the 2015 Holiday Craft & Little Pictures Show, hosted by the Conanicut Island Art Association. With the creative stylings of the local art community available for all your gifting needs – and music and merriment, to boot – it’s sure to be a delightful celebration of the season. 9am-4pm. Lawn School gymnasium, HeyRhody.com
Lawn Avenue, Jamestown. www.conanicutislandartassociation.com December 6: Join Ocean House for the height of their holiday season, as they host Brunch with Santa and toast The Big Guy in high style. With full Sunday brunch fare – including unlimited sparkling wine for the grownups – it’s sure to be a magical morning with Santa swinging by for a festive Rudolph singalong. Whether naughty or nice, enjoy this merry morning steeped in holiday spirit. 8am-2:30pm. 1 Bluff Avenue, Watch Hill. 401-584-7000, www. oceanhouseri.com December 6-7: Join Corey Farms for a wonderful weekend of holiday shopping, sweet treats and warm cider at Past & Presents: Unique Antiques & Gifts for Your Home & All Occasions. This holiday open house will offer gifts, home decor and holiday treasures from local artisans, as well as exclusive Scandinavian and German products that are sure to leave you sich gut fuhlen. Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. 3124 East Main Road, Portsmouth. 401683-3124, www.coryfarmsri.com December 12-13: Treat yourself to a more thoughtful, memorable and sustainable holiday this year by gifting a one-of-a-kind handcrafted treasure uncovered at the Tiverton Four Corners Arts & Artisans Winter Festival. Enjoy the festivities of this annual celebration as you stroll the wares of the region’s best artists and artisans. 10am-4pm. Tiverton Four Corners, Main Road, Tiverton. www.tivertonfourcorners.com Through December 31: Sail away with Save the Bay on a Westerly Nature Cruise this season. Bundle up and enjoy a scenic ride down the Pawcatuck River to Little Narragansett Bay, and take in the breathtaking vistas as fall transforms to winter. Expert tour guides will lead the way as you ride down the river and delight in the playful nature of our harbor seal friends. $17-$22. Viking Marina, 19 Margin Street, Westerly. 401-203-7325, www. savebay.org/seals
November 27-December 31: Experience the crystalline and wintry wonders of nature at Christmas at Blithewold Mansion in Bristol. Stroll through the English-style manor and take in the intricately crafted decorations curated for the mansion’s 2015 theme, “A Garden for All Seasons,” marrying the beauty and look of the Blithewold Garden Estate with the décor of the interior of the mansion. Along with mindful gawking at the sight of the exquisite decorations, relax and sip some tea, or take in the Santa singalongs, musical performances and workshops for both children and adults. $4-26. Mansion Stroll; 11am-4pm. 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-253-2707, www.blithewold.org
November 20-December 20: All aboard! The Polar Express Train Ride will have you feeling merry from the moment you enter the station until the moment you leave. Sit back and enjoy the ride with some hot cocoa and cookies, and snuggle up for a reading of this well-loved childhood tale, complete with some coveted face time with Santa himself. $42-$63. Times vary. Woonsocket Train Depot, 1 Depot Square, Woonsocket. www.blackstonevalleypolarexpress.com November 21-22: The title of “princess “has no age limit. If you love the Disney variety, be sure not to miss Disney Live! Three Classic Fairy Tales at The Veterans Memorial Auditorium, as Mickey and the gang bring to life the timeless fairytales of Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The wondrous set design, costumes and music are poised to be pure magic, and are sure to leave you feeling downright regal. $23-83. 1pm & 4pm Showtimes. 1 Ave of the Arts, Providence. 401-421-2787, www.vmari.com
November 21-December 18: Watch the magic be revealed as the classic children’s book comes to life aboard The Polar Express Train Ride at the Montaup Country Club. Enjoy tummy warming hot chocolate and delicious cookies, doled out by a cast of fun and magical characters along the way. Most importantly is the dress code: don’t forget to wear your jammies! Newport and Narragansett Bay Railroad. Greene Lane, Middletown. 401-295-1203, www. discovernewport.org November 21–January 3: Allow yourself to be transported back to the Gilded Age as you tour three historical mansions fully festooned with magnificent Christmas decor. Christmas at the Newport Mansions gives you the opportunity to stroll through The Breakers, The Elms and Marble House surrounded by fresh poinsettias, wreaths, over 24 individually decorated trees, intricate gingerbread houses, elegant table settings and much more. Winter Passport for Holiday Guide 2015 |
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November 27-December 4: Get the family into the holiday spirit in high style at the 14th annual run of The Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff. Taking place in the mansion’s radiant ballrooms, brace yourself to be floored by the iconic artwork, dazzling holiday decorations and stunningly elaborate costumes and finery. 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-847-4470, www. islandmovingco.org November 28: Treat yourself this holiday season to the inspiring splendor of Handel’s Messiah presented by Rhode Island Civic Chorale and Orchestra at the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul. As the only full-length performance of this classic presented in Rhode Island, the marvelous arias and exquisite choruses will leave the audience breathless, ensuring it to be a holiday experience you won’t want to miss. $10-$30. 7:30pm. 30 Fenner Street, Providence. 401-331-2434, www.ricco.org
November 28-29 & December 5-6: Start the holiday season in wild style and Visit with Santa at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Meet jolly old Saint Nick and indulge in tasty treats and fun activities for all ages. In the spirit of the giving season, pass along some holiday cheer to children in need by donating new, unwrapped toys to the Toys for Tots collection box. Good will and community abound at this event for the whole family. $5-$10 in addition to zoo admission. 10am-12pm & 1-3pm. 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence. 401-785-3510, www.rwpzoo.org December 2: Bundle up to spend a winter’s eve outdoors at the 19th Annual Holiday Stroll & Luminaria in downtown Westerly, and stroll along the sidewalks festooned with luminaria – ambient paper lanterns and candlelight. Enjoy a hayride with Santa Claus and warm up with a complimentary cup of hot chocolate and a cookie. If the frosty weather gets a bit too nippy, step into the local stores downtown and tackle your holiday shopping list. Free. 5pm9pm. Downtown Westerly. 401-5967761, www.public.westerlychamber.org
Through December 31: Come see Trinity Repertory Company’s annual production of A Christmas Carol and embrace the holiday spirit as embodied by this local tradition. Bring the whole family along to this holiday classic, following the trials of grumpy Ebenezer Scrooge as his bleak outlook is pared away by the magical power of Christmas spirit. $25-$39. 201 Washington Street, Providence. 401-351-4242, www.trinityrep.com
December 3: If you’re looking for a memorable and inspiring evening this holiday season, look no further than The Magic of Christmas starring The New
York Tenors as they perform at The Veterans Memorial Auditorium. Experience singers Andy Cooney, Daniel Rodriguez and Christopher Macchio with special guest, actor and comedian Jim Labriola, as they bring the joyful sights and sounds of New York at Christmas to Providence. $45-$65. 7:30pm. 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence. 401-421-2787, www.vmari.com December 3: Shop, stroll and smile ‘til your cheeks hurt at the annual Hope Street Holiday Stroll, one of the largest and most exciting East Side community events of the year. The streets and sidewalks will be packed with live music, food trucks, Christmas and Hanukkah events for kids, and so much more. Bring your gift list – and the whole family, to boot – and enjoy the merriment of the giving season alongside neighbors, friends and family. Free. 4-8pm. Hope Street between Rochambeau and Fifth Street. www.hopestreetprov.com
December 1-December 31: Indulge in some good ol’ fashioned yuletide revelry with festive music, caroling and dancing at the Grand Illumination Festivities in Bristol. Enlivened with the unshakable spirit of participation and community of this newfound Bay tradition, enjoy the community of schools and choirs from around Rhode Island coming together to celebrate the holiday season. 515 Hope Street, Bristol. www.facebook.com/BristolChristmasFestival
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gift ideas this season? If you’re on the hunt for something special, the RISD Alumni + Student Holiday Art Sale at the Rhode Island Convention Center is just the ticket. Featuring the work of over 200 RISD alumni and current student artists, the creative talent runs deep with works ranging from fine art, glass, ceramics, apparel and more. You’ll be hard pressed to leave empty-handed. $8; Free for RISD students and children under 14. 10am5pm. 1 Sabin Street, Providence. 401-458-6000, www.risdalumnisales. com/holiday-art-sale December 5: Slingshot into the Christmas spirit at the 45th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Bowen’s Wharf in Newport with Frosty, Mrs. Claus and Santa on hand all evening to meet the kids and help the mayor light the tree at 6pm. Festive fun for the whole family is sure to be the order of the evening. Free. 4:30pm. 13
Bowen’s Wharf, Newport. 401-8492243, www.bowenswharf.com/events December 5-6 & December 12-13: Ain’t it thrillin’? Ring in the season at the Pawtucket Winter Wonderland and visit the fantastically festive Holiday Village located inside Slater Memorial Park. Though your nose may get a chillin’, enjoy the family-friendly activities and create memories that will last a lifetime. 4-8pm. Slater Memorial Park, 449 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket. 401-726-3185, www.winterwonderlandpawtucket.com December 6: Have yourself a merry little New England Christmas this year. Don’t miss the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra at the Providence Performing Arts Center, joined by the Metropolitan Chorale of Brookline, as they take you through your seasonal favorites with a special appearance by Old Saint Nick. $58-$130. 6pm. 220 Weybosset Street, Providence. www.ppacri.org
December 6: Bust out of your winter workout slump by dashing through the snow in the Downtown Jingle 5k. Lace up those sneakers, and get ready to pound the pavement in scenic downtown Providence, all to benefit Toys for Tots, Project Undercover and the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Whether you’re a Dasher, Dancer or Prancer, get your fitness on in the spirit of the season at this annual fun run. $18-$35. Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin Street. www. downtownjingle5k.com December 6 & 13: The ever-growing Providence Flea continues to shine brightly even in their off-season as they host the Providence Flea Holiday Market at Hope High School. Check out all your favorite flea vendors for holiday gifts, grab a nosh at a food truck (or two… or three) and enjoy the live music at this fun family-friendly affair. Free. 10am-4pm. 324 Hope Street, Providence. www. providenceflea.com December 8-13: If you’re a fan of classic holiday movies, don’t miss the chance to see a stage adaptation of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Featuring spectacular holiday costumes and magical, wintry sets, this live production of the well-loved holiday romantic comedy is sure to put a smile on your face. $46-$83. 7pm. 220 Weybosset Street, Providence. www.ppacri.org
December 3-December 6: Come celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Festival of Lights in Wickford this holiday season, and imbibe in the charm of this historic colonial village reimagined as a winter wonderland with thousands of beautiful white lights twinkling like stars. North Kingstown. 401-295-5566, www.wickfordvillage.org
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December 12: Forget about all the crazed gift shopping or your endless holiday to-do list, and lend a hand to those in need this winter by supporting the Holiday Food Drive & Open House at the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Every donation counts, so be sure to bring a non-perishable food item – and your family, too – and enjoy the music, good company and, of course, the spirit of community in action. 200 Niantic Avenue, Providence. 401942-6325, www.rifoodbank.org Holiday Guide 2015 |
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December 12-January 4: Keep your holiday season evergreen and ecofriendly at re-Tree – A Showcase of Trees Created with Recycled Materials, hosted by the Four Corners Arts Center in partnership with ecoRI News. All of these artful trees must be composed of 90% recycled, reclaimed or repurposed materials. $15 per tree submission; exhibit is free and open to the public. 3850 Main Road, Tiverton. 401-624-2600, www. fourcorners.org December 13, 17 & 19: Interested in experiencing your favorite holiday tunes in grand fashion? The Warwick Symphony Orchestra’s Joyous Sounds of Christmas is a regional orchestra
of volunteer musicians that delivers exciting and informative symphonic performances to audiences around the Ocean State. What better way to ring in the holidays than with booming kettledrums and jubilant French horns at one of their three performances this season? $10. 3pm. St. Kevin’s Church, 333 Sandy Lane, Warwick. 401-7372638, www.wsori.org December 14: Does gift shopping have your head spinning? Be sure to check out the New Urban Arts Cardboard Pancakes Holiday Art Sale where you’re sure to find the special something for friends or family. Feel free to shmooze with the local artists and artisans selling their most unique pieces, like ceramics, jewelry, clothing, prints and more. 10am-5pm. 705 Westminster Street, Providence. www.newurbanarts.org December 18: Interested in checking out Rhody’s most profound and substantive writers in a program that’s neither profound nor substantive? Goat Hill Writers presents Writers Behaving Badly! Holiday Edition performed onstage at Aurora, featuring a panel of celebrity judges measuring the performance of local writers in three rounds of literary games and challenges to test their wit, as well as their shamelessness.
December 18-December 20: Whether a date night for the grownups or a night out with the whole family, Festival Ballet’s The Nutcracker is brought to life with radiant music, a spectacular stage setting and an overall quality of grace that’s sure to capture the hearts of the audience. $23-$85. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset Street, Providence. 401-421-2787, www.festivalballet.com
The super serious set need not apply, because this is sure to be a laugh out loud riot. Free. 6-8pm. 276 Westminster Street, Providence. www. goathillwriters.com
December 16: Come rock around the Christmas tree with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra as they dole out classic holiday hits with modern flair for their first-ever The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve Tour at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. From rockers in leathers pants to an extreme laser show, from shooting flames to cinematic set design, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra does Christmas unlike any other. 1 Lasalle Square, Providence. 401-272-7337, www.trans-siberian.com
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December 18: Leave the chaos and stress of the holiday season at the mall and engage your elegant side at ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas at the Providence Ballet Theatre. Get lost in the scenes of dreamy sugarplums, magical reindeer and abundant holiday cheer that are sure to replenish your holiday spirit. 7:30pm. Roberts Hall, RIC. 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue. 401-4568144, www.ric.edu December 30-January 2: Embrace the art of bubbly and ring in 2016 at Castle Hill Inn’s Effervescent New Year’s Eve. Poppin’ corks from the get-go, your stay starts with a bottle of champagne in your room upon arrival. On the afternoon of NYE, imbibe and indulge in a premium champagne tasting, followed by a screening of the 1954 film classic Sabrina. After dining and dancing your way into the new year, enjoy the New Year’s Day Hangover Brunch, featuring an artisanal Bloody Mary bar, and set yourself up for success in 2016 with an inspirational goalsetting seminar. Overnight packages start at $720 per night. 590 Ocean Avenue, Newport. 888-466-1355, www.castlehillinn.com HeyRhody.com
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December 12 & 13: Don’t miss the beloved Castle Hill tradition, the Teddy Bear Tea, held amid the warm resplendence and quiet luxury of this 19th century seaside hotel. An elegant event for children and their favorite teddy bear friends, this afternoon includes a lovely tea service, complete with petit fours, and readings of classic holiday favorites for children and adults. In keeping with the reason for the season, families are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped teddy bear to donate to Child & Family of Newport County. $25 for adults; free for children. 590 Ocean Drive, Newport. 401-849-3800, www.castlehillin.com
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Providence has so many places to shop, sip and stroll that it would be impossible to see (and buy) everything in one day. Concentrate your explorations on one side of town and you’ll be able to cover a lot of festive ground. men and women, and Mrs. Robinson (180 Wayland Avenue. 401-8317740, mrsrobinsonfinelingerie.com) offers a little something special for her. Just outside of the Square, Peaceable Kingdom (116 Ives Street. 401-351-3472, pkgifts.com) offers worldly gifts that are sure to make a wild impression. The collegiate atmosphere on Thayer Street, home to Brown University, lends itself to artful, inexpensive shopping. Pleasant surprise (297 Thayer Street. 401273-1202, pleasant-surprise.com) has quirky gifts for everyone on your list. Berk’s (272 Thayer Street. 401-831-0174, berkstore.com) sells fashionable clothing and shoes, and Pie in the sky (225 Thayer Street. 401-861-3954) sells jewelry and gifts with a sense of humor. Over on Wickenden Street in the Fox Point neighborhood, you can mix your own signature scent at the Providence Perfume Company (301 Wickenden Street. 401-455-2325, providenceperfume.com), or shop for one-of-a-kind glass art objects that are surprisingly affordable at Gallery Belleau (424 Wickenden Street. 401-
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Choose from new or vintage at NAVA
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Collection, stylish accessory source Flaunt Boutique and southwest Passage, a bit of the Southwest in the Northeast. There are also beauty services: alex anthony Curl and Blowout Bar, Glistening Goddess spray Tans and arch angels brows. If you’re hungry, stop at Livi’s Pockets for a quick lunch, Rogue island for a sit-down meal or New harvest for a coffee and whiskey cocktail. Next door to the Arcade, Noon designs (75 Weybosset Street. 401-455-1222, noondesignshop.com) sells made-inAmerica jewelry, cards and gifts. Nearby, the Downcity district starts on the other side of Dorrance Street, and spans Washington, Westminster and Weybosset Streets. The area is easily walkable and full of creative shops like Craftland (212 Westminster Street. 401-272-4285, craftlandshow. com), which sells the work of dozens of Rhode Island and New England artists, and fun, fashionable Queen of hearts (222 Westminster Street. 401421-1471, queenofheartsprovidence. com) and its adjoining shoe store Modern Love. The riverfront area of Water Street and South Main Street is a great destination for brunch at Clean Plate HeyRhody.com
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The easT side The charming neighborhood around Hope Village has tons of shops and restaurants. You’re going to need to give yourself a couple of hours to browse all of the fun finds at gift shops like Frog and Toad (795 Hope Street. 401831-3434, frogandtoadstore.com) and Rhody Craft (780 Hope Street. 401-6261833, rhodycraft.com). Grab a coffee at seven stars (820 Hope Street. 401-5212200, sevenstarsbakery.com), which is a good starting point for a shopping stroll. Check out the brand-new evolve apothecary (769 Hope Street. Find on Facebook.) for beauty and skincare, and stock Culinary Goods (756 Hope Street. 401-521-0101, stockculinarygoods.com) for the perfect gift for your holiday hosts. Or, if you’d rather give the gift of deliciousness, grab some of Pizza Gourmet’s (357 Hope Street. 401-751055, the pizzagourmet.com) takeand-bake pizzas, which are always a huge hit. It’s easy to find gifts in Wayland Square, the picturesque crossroads on the far edge of the East Side. J McLaughlin (182 Wayland Avenue. 401-680-8985, jmclaughlin.com) has stylish wardrobe staples for
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Hey Rhody! No trip to Providence in the cold weather is complete without a trip to the alex and ani City Center (2 Kennedy Plaza. 401-331-5544, alexandanicitycenter.com) for ice skating and hot chocolate. Next time you plan to come shopping, bring the kids and make a day of it.
Providence Children’s Museum (100 South Street. 401-273-5437, childrenmuseum.org) and restaurant/antiques gallery CaV (14 Imperial Place. 401-751-9164, cavrestaurant.com), is domaine designs (18 Imperial Place. 401-351-0253, domainedesigns.com) which is literally a hidden gem. The jewelry outlet has gorgeous costume jewelry at unbelievably low prices. wesT side The West Side of the city is artsy and eclectic. On Broadway, shop for vintage items at Rocket to Mars (144 Broadway. 401-274-0905) and hall’s on Broadway (145 Broadway. 401-2720000) then get a vintage-inspired hairstyle at suite Tart (150 Broadway. 401-272-8278, suitetart.com). Stock up on Italian delicacies on Federal Hill. Venda Ravioli (265 Atwells Avenue. 401-421-9105, vendaravioli.com) is the gold standard for imported foods and prepared items to go, but don’t skip on Tony’s Colonial (311 Atwells Avenue. 401-621-8675, tonyscolonial.mybigcommerce.com), especially for salumi, and Via Roma (310 Atwells Avenue. 401-331-1717, theromaprov.com) which has delicious pizzas and desserts.
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Fine Malt Vintage is the newest addition to Broad Street, specializing in vintage sportswear. Shop a wide selection of true vintage hats, jersey’s and sweatshirts from the ‘80s and ‘90s. With top brands including Polo Ralph Lauren, Nautica and Tommy Hilfiger, Fine Malt offers a one of a kind piece for any closet or collection.
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Featuring an eclectic array of clothing, jewelry and accessories, Twice Told Tales also offers books, cards and gifts from local authors and artisans. With popular brands like Trollbeads and Crabtree & Evelyn, there’s something for shoppers of every age.
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Garden City and Chapel View The West Coast, where warm, sunny days happen all year round, is rich in outdoor malls that make shopping a relaxing and pleasuarable experience, even for the most reluctant of shoppers. In Rhode Island, the closest we have is Garden City, an outdoor mall where it’s dangerously easy to stop in for an errand and end up staying a whole afternoon. Between the delicious restaurants like Bistro 22 (22 Midway Road, Cranston. 401-383-6400, bistro22ri.com) are Rhode Island’s only outposts of retailers like anthropologie (56 Hillside Road, Cranston. 401-275-0205, anthropologie.com) and the Container Store (150 Hillside Road, Cranston. 401-868-4140, containerstore.com). Barrington Books (barringtonbooks. com) just opened a second location in the center. Stop in at Sweenor’s Chocolates (43 Hillside Road, Cranston. 401-942-2720, sweenorschocolates.com), where they’ve been making some of Rhode Island’s most delicious edibles for four generations. Across the street is Chapel View, another large development with a lot to discover - especially when it comes to pampering. Chapel View is home to high-end men’s barber Gents Barbershop and Spa (1000 Chapel View Boulevard, Cranston. 401-654-4700, gentsbarbershopandspa.com) and swank nail salon Cosmo nails (1000 Chapel View Boulevard, Cranston. 401-464-4447, cosmo-nails.com). Stop in at Massage envy (1000 Chapel View Boulevard, Cranston. 401275-4900, massageenvy.com) to treat yourself, or pick up a gift certificate to treat someone else. Nearby on Oaklawn Avenue, perfect touch interiors (690 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston. 401-944-4440, perfecttouchinteriors.com) is a design showroom with a flair making for creative spaces. eden XO (705 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston. 401-2752077, edenxo.com) is a chic, minimalist destination for great hair.
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Smithfield the Crossings at Smithfield (371 Putnam Pike. crossingatsmithfield.com) is one of the largest outside shopping centers in the state, offering a who’s who of national chains as well as one of the several locations for locally owned dave’s marketplace (davesmarketplace.com). Charming Charlie (charmingcharlie. com), a super inexpensive women’s accessories shop, is opening its first Rhody location here in November. For a highly curated selection of designer accessories, a visit to flaunt Boutique is a must (19 Sanderson Road. 401-949-4849, flauntri.com). The boutique blends favorites like Vera Bradley with local makers like Jessica Ricci. Dining in Smithfield is just as varied, with tavern on the Water (743 Putnam Pike. 401-349-3888, tavernonthewaterri.com) offering sweeping views and large portions of new American classics and the Continental (332 Farnum Pike. 401-233-1800, smithfieldcontinental.com) serving up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. linColn And north ProvidenCe Mineral Spring Avenue in North Providence overflows with a ton of local small businesses, from homey corner restaurants to fancy hair and nail salons. reJoyce Salon & Spa (1376 Mineral Spring Avenue, 401-432-7911) offers soughtafter treatments like hair extensions and Brazilian Blowouts as well as salon grade products. Searching for a hostess gift is fun and easy at the hopscotch room (2209 Mineral Spring Avenue. 401-3494409, hopscotchroom.com), a sizable
showroom that sells tabletop items, cocktail accessories and all the other requirements for a perfect party. If the thrill of the hunt is more your style, then Great finds Consignment (1243 Mineral Spring Avenue. 401-519-9106, greatfindsyoursmine.com) is a must stop. A town over in Lincoln, CW lanes & Games (Lincoln Mall, 401-288-3543, cwlanes.com) offers a much-needed respite from holiday shopping in the form of cool bowling, gourmet cocktails and an impressive menu. Driving out to Blackstone River State Park to get to Sassy mama Cuisine at the outpost (295 North Rest Area. 401-524-6291, sassymamari.com) will lead to delicious results for the foodie on your list. PluS Outside of the mall and the Crossings, it’s a bit challenging to shop and stroll in the Blackstone Valley area. But with so many unique local gift buying opportunities just a short drive away, you’ll get bonus points for your thoughtfulness. Charmed and dangerous (169 Danielson Pike. North Scituate, 401-764-0612, charmeddangerous.com) brings fashion favorite brands like UGG, NYDJ, Brighton and Spanx to the to the heart of the suburbs. And be sure to make Purple Cat Winery (11 Money Hill Road, Chepachet. 401-566-9463, purplecatwinery.com), the newest addition to the local vineyard scene, part of your holiday travels. Small batch wines are available for tasting and purchasing, and there’s even a cozy bistro on-site serving up freshly made breakfast, lunch and dinner. HeyRhody.com
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Enjoy the taste of exotic Indian spices this holiday season at the Maharaja. Stop by for a delicious lunch or a dinner entree that will send your taste-buds on a tropical vacation.
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Coastal Chic Head south to discover hidden seaside gems
In the summer, tourists flood South County to enjoy the abundant beaches, waterfront dining and coastal attractions. The rest of the year, though, those things are all ours to enjoy. Take a day trip and enjoy some off-season exploring.
wickford The harborside hamlet of Wickford (a village within North Kingstown) is
so picturesque that John Steinbeck himself is said to have based the town in The Witches of Eastwick on it. Stop by for a bite at tavern By the sea (16 West Main Street. 401-294-5771, tavernbytheseari.com) or the new tate’s italian kitchen (64 Brown Street. 401-294-0000, tatesitaliankitchen. com) before or after your shopping. different drummer (7 West Main Street. 401-294-4867, differentdrummerri.com) offers jewelry and unique gifts sure to make a lasting impression. Green ink (89 Brown Street. 401294-6266, greeninkboutique.com) has been a ladies’ fashion mainstay in the community for decades. canvasworks Plus (10 Main Street. 401-295-8080, canvasworksplus.com) has fun handbags and gifts, and Blue hydrangea (2 Main Street. 401-295-2583, 295blue. com) has beautiful housewares. the Grateful heart (17 West Main Street. 401-294-3981, gratefulheart.com) is a spiritual store that sells thoughtful gifts, including candles and incense. the impressed olive (4 Brown Street. 401-295-5757, impressedolive.com) is a specialty shop where you can tastetest olive oils and vinegars before you buy them.
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wakEfiELd A village of South Kingstown, Wakefield is home to South County’s only mall - but don’t overlook these independent merchants in favor of the big box. Just off of Route 1, there’s a cluster of small businesses, including Zero wampum (161 Old Tower Hill Road. 401-789-7172, zerowampum.com), which sells lovely gifts and unique cards and wrapping paper, and feet first (153 Old Tower Hill Road. 401783-8074, feetfirstfootwear.com) which specializes in brands like UGG, Birkenstock and Dansko and carries hard-to-find sizes. Heading into downtown Wakefield, stop at seaside style (343 Main Street. 401-284-1551, shopseasidestyle.com) for fashionable finds for ladies and coastal-inspired gifts. Up the street, Purple cow (205 Main Street. 401-789-2389, purplecowco. net) has been a mainstay in the com-
munity for years, selling eclectic and fun gifts and clothing. Benny and Jack (237 Robinson Street. 401-3602258, bennyandjack.com) has everything your four-legged friend has ever dreamed of. Nearby in Peace Dale, comfort and Joy (1220 Kingstown Road. 401- 783-5300, comfortandjoyri.com) sells innovative, super comfy pillows, chairs and toys. narraGansEtt On your drive into downtown Narragansett, don’t miss crosswynds traders (1175 Boston Neck Road. 401-782-1110, crosswyndstraders. com), which sells name brand and designer clothing for significantly less than mall prices. Don’t be fooled by the expanse of ocean – Narragansett is open year round, with all of the same delicious restaurants and none of the tourists taking your tables. In Pier Marketplace, HeyRhody.com
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East GrEEnwich The Main Street stretch of restaurants, salons and shopping in East Greenwich has a sophisticated city feel. Blueprint 5 (631 Main Street. 401885-2500) sells upscale men’s clothing and custom-tailored suits, and therapy (235 Main Street. 401-8843130, therapyboutique.com) recently relocated its ladies clothing, including hard to find denim, from Wakefield to this bustling city center. sports and More (99 Main Street. 401-714-0485, sportsandmoreri.com) sells collectible sports memorabilia. Over on Post Road, grab something sweet from sweet twist (5707 Post Road. 401-885-7579, sweettwist. com), whether that’s chocolate or jewelry, and a bottle of wine from the savory Grape (1000 Division Street. 401-886-9463, thesavorygrape.com) for perfect hostess gifts. Next door, Le’s isle rose (1000 Division Street. 401-885-8391, lesislerose.com) has unique floral arrangements and memorable gifts.
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a year-round shopping hub, there are lots of options. If you need to refuel before you shop, stop at Maharaja (1 Beach Street. 401-363-9988, narragansettmaharaja.com) for authentic, perfectly prepared Indian food. Then, walk off your meal by strolling the Pier. simply natural (24A Pier Marketplace. 401-782-3400, simplynaturalandmore. com) focuses on local, organic, sustainable gifts. curiosity and Mischief (4 Pier Marketplace. 401-782-1992) is your stop for booklovers – stock up on cards, stationery and bestselling
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books. If you’re feeling creative, stop in at create color art studio (5 Pier Marketplace. 401- 363-9511, createcolorartstudio.com) to make unforgettable handpainted gifts. Stop into nearby critter hut (91 Point Judith Road. 401-789-9444, critterhutri.com) for all of your pet supply needs. PLus In Hope Valley, hack and Livery (1006 Main Street. 401-539-7033, hackandliverygeneralstore.com) is a good old-fashioned general store, where you can find everything from toys and clothing to candles and edible gifts. West Kingston’s Jules antiques and General store (320 Kingstown Road. 401-539-2925, julesantiquesri.com) is an emporium of housewares and gifts you never knew you needed. In Charlestown, the fantastic umbrella factory (4820 Old Post Road. 401- 364-1060, fantasticumbrellafactory.com) is a destination unto itself. Plan to spend an afternoon browsing its art gallery, greenhouse, petting zoo, cafe and gift shops.
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Newport really knows how to do the holidays. Mansions get more ornately decorated, tall trees light up downtown and the shops and restaurants bask in the holiday season glow. There’s really no better time to come to the City by the Sea. The summer visitors are long gone, which means more street parking, shorter wait times at popular dining destinations and little to no traffic. apparel and accessories for men and women, as well as online appointment settings with your very own stylist. Crossing Memorial Boulevard and continuing on Bellevue, make a beeline at The Sea Star Collection (148 Bellevue Avenue. 401-835-4440, seastarcollection.com) for a quirky selection of sea glass art, home goods and locally made art. Your next stop is the aromatic flagship store for Portsmouth’s own Farmaesthetics (144 Bellevue Avenue. 401-619-4199, farmaesthetics.com), which carries affordable and sustainable skincare products. Bowen’S wHArF Coined “the anchor of Newport,” this open air destination will have you weaving in and out of 18th century wharf buildings on the hunt for collectible art, trendy fashions and waterfront dining. Kick off your stroll at Primavera (4 Bowen’s Wharf. 401841-0757, bowenswharf.com) for a
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selection of coastal inspired home accents, pottery and jewelry, including designs from Rhody’s own John Medeiros. newport Scrimshanders (14 Bowen’s Wharf. 401-849-5680, scrimshanders.com) showcases the century-old art of engraving on ivory. Here you’ll find Newport and nautical scenes etched on rare ancient walrus and prehistoric mammoth bone and teeth. Your next destination is Destination: Chocolate (15 Bowen’s Wharf. 401-847-1223, destination-chocolate. com) for handmade truffles, housemade fudge and a kid’s candy area. The Sail loft (18 Bowen’s Wharf. 401849-7858, sailloftclothing.com) offers the classic Newport look for him and her from resort designers like Tommy Bahama and Robert Graham. Now a phenomenon with locations coast to coast, it was only six years ago when Alex and Ani (1 Bowen’s Wharf. 401849-3002, alexandani.com) opened
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Bellevue Avenue Home to Rosecliff and Marble House, this famous street is also home to some of Newport’s most luxurious boutiques. Starting at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, head straight into Michael Hayes (204 Bellevue Avenue. 401-846-3090, michaelhayesnewport. com). Defining the chic Newport look for over 30 years, the exclusive retailer has a two-story shop here and a second location on Bowen’s Wharf. Another Newport exclusive is laura Jean Denim (198 Bellevue Avenue. 401-849-5326, laurajeandenim.com), a fashion-forward store with an impressive designer line-up of women and men’s fashions, like Frame Denim, Frye Boots and Skull Cashmere. Take a few steps and you’ll land at Angela Moore (190 Bellevue Avenue. 401-619-1900, angelamoore.com), which features colorful resort wear and its signature hand-painted jewelry. J. Mclaughlin (180 Bellevue Avenue. 401-619-5240, jmclaughlin.com) offers luxe preppy
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The string of small, suburban towns on the East Bay is mostly known for its killer waterfront views and picturesque bike path. But the area that boasts Barrington, Warren, Bristol and Tiverton is also brimming with an eclectic and walkable mix of small boutiques, award-winning restaurants and an emerging art scene. 401-245-7925, barringtonbooks.com) does indeed sell all types of books, but is also known for its large quality toy and game section and adjoining housewares and gifts boutique, the Studio. Hollies on the avenue (8 Anoka Avenue, 401245-0090, holliesontheavenue.com) offers a great selection of contemporary hostess gifts while Daisy Dig’ins (123 Maple Avenue, 401-245-0580, daisydigins.com) is a expansive two-story shop that features fresh flowers, jewelry, women’s clothing and home accents. As you make your way out of town, a drop-by at Bluewater Bar + grill (32 Barton Avenue, 401-247-0017, bluewatergrillri.com) is in order. This cozy waterfront restaurant features farm-to-table dining and a great bar menu, which is just what you need after a long day of shopping. Warren Tucked between Bristol and Barrington, Warren has a few pockets of stop-andshop action throughout the town. A well-known hotbed for antique and artsy shoppers, Warren has also become a destination for foodies thanks to the recent gourmet additions of eli’s Kitchen (40 Market Street, 401-2451809, eliskitchenwarren.com), Metacom Kitchen (322 Metacom Avenue, 401-245-1193, metacomkitchen.com),
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Celebrate the holidays at Linden Place
Simone’s (275 Child Street, 401-2471200, simonesri.com) and Bywater (54 State Street, 401-694-0727, bywaterrestaurant.com). Stop in one of these tasty destinations before or after your shopping spree, or just do double duty and grab gift certificates while you’re there. It’s hard not to miss imagine (5 Miller Street, 401-245-4200, imaginegiftstores.com), what with its façade showcasing oversized colorful cows sourced from Cow Parades around the nation. The three-story store is New England’s biggest gift shop, so chances are you’ll hit holiday gold here. For a more intimate experience, stop by Muse (279 Water Street, 401-289-2150, musehandcrafted.com) for a curated selection of handcrafted art, jewelry and baby gifts. A bit off the beaten path but worth the drive is the gift Barn at Frerich’s Farm (65 Kinnicutt Avenue, 401-2458245, frerichsfarm.com). In addition to fresh Christmas trees and wreaths, you’ll find fun stuff like ornaments, home décor and free cookies and hot cider throughout their open house season. Another worthwhile stop is the Mills at 30 Cutler (30 Cutler Street, cutlermill. com), a collection of studios and art spaces ranging from a custom weathervane maker to a pottery studio. BriStol Small town charm simply exudes in Bristol. The downtown area gets even prettier during the holiday season when oversized twinkling snowflakes hang high and bright over Hope Street. With a view of the water, easy street parking and tons of boutiques,
restaurants and historic sites all within walking distance, Bristol takes holiday strolling to new heights. linden Place (500 Hope Street, 401253-0390, lindenplace.org), right in the heart of town, decks its glorious halls and hosts a handful of holiday happenings. Also worth a stop is their yearround Museum Store, which features books about Bristol and Rhode Island, jewelry, toys and more. A few steps down the street brings you to Zenabelle (573 Hope Street, 401-396-9603, zenabelle.com), an all-natural health and beauty shop that stocks good-for-you makeup, skincare and a large range of personal items. While you’re there, grab an organic smoothie from their newly added-on Juice Bar, which should give you an extra boost as you continue shopping. Caron Jewelers (473 Hope Street, 401-297-3043, bristoljewelrydesigner.com) has a lovely selection of pre-owned watches, jewelry made from old Mount Hope Bridge tokens and custom engagement rings. As you work your way through town, make a stop at the new leaf Hair Studio (18 State Street, 401-254.9333, newleafhairstudio.com) to pick up high-quality hair products or a gift certificate for the stylish lady on your list. luna Sea (259 Thames Street, 401-256-0485, lunaseashop.com) has a unique selection of mystical-inspired jewelry, handcrafted gifts and organic chocolate. tiverton Somehow the holidays become less stressful as soon as you enter Tiverton. The breeze from the bay combined HeyRhody.com
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Barrington The town’s village center on County Road is charming any time of year, but really shines bright for the holidays. Lampposts get decked with illuminating garland and festive flags, and also provide a virtual road map for the shopping and dining opportunities that are in walking distance. The main drag of County Road (Route 114) and a handful of side streets are mostly made up of a series of plazas that offer plenty of free parking (as does the historic Town Hall). Speaking of freebies, be sure to pick up the Barrington Business Association’s annual Passport to Savings, a B-Town exclusive discount booklet, at participating merchants. Start by grabbing a coffee or hot chocolate at the Blue Kangaroo (328 County Road, 401-289-2292, bluekangaroori.com), a popular breakfast and lunch spot. Stop in ZuZu’s Petals (338 County Road, 401-245-3060) and Feminine Fancies (290 County Road, 401247-1087, femininefanciesri.com) for upscale trendy clothes and accessories for her, and Milan Fine Clothiers (270 County Road, 401-247-9209, milanclothiers.com) and Dukes of Barrington (334 County Road, 401-247-4400, dukesofbarrington.com) for designer duds for him. Barrington Books (184 County Road,
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with bucolic wide-open spaces is about as perfect as it gets in Little Rhody. The town has unique small businesses through and throughout, with the heaviest concentration in historic Tiverton Four Corners. The walkable village offers a diverse collection of artisans, boutiques, food purveyors and antiques that will keep you happily on your feet for hours. Start at the Four Corners art Center (3852 Main Road, Tiverton, 401-6242600, fourcornersarts.org), home of theatrical productions, an arts gallery, and annual cultural events. The Sculpture Park celebrates land and art with its sprawling outdoor gallery of grand sculptures. Courtyards (3980 Main Road, 401-624-8682, courtyardsltd. com) has a selection of fun outdoor sculptures for sale, in addition to whimsical home accents and jewelry. gallery 4 (3848 Main Road, 401-816-0999, gallery4toverton.com) is an arts collaborative that features furniture and rugs from around the world from Silk road traders, Chinese antiques, beautiful
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jewelry and art from Susan Freda Studios and other fine collectibles. The diverse artwork of Katherine lovell (3895 Main Road, 401-743-6077, klovell.com) can be appreciated in her own gallery space, while tiffany Peay Jewelry (3851 Main Road, 401-816-0878, tiffanypeay. com) offers airy, light and heirloom jewelry made onsite by the distinguished artist. Carefully handmade jewelry and accessories inspired by the natural elements can be found a few doors down at Studio By the Sea (3879 Main Road, 401-639-4348, studiobytheseari.com). After taking in all the art Tiverton Four Corners has to offer, you’ll undoubtedly need a pick-me-up. Head over to town favorite the Provender (3883 Main Road, Tiverton, 401-624-8084, provenderfinefoods.com) for a scrumptious sandwich or pastry. Finish up your day oohing and ahhing over the luxurious home furnishings at the Cottage (3847 Main Road, 401-625-5814, thecottageri.com). PluS tickle’s (2219 GAR Highway, Swansea, 508-379-0717, ticklesshop.com) just over the Warren line is worth the special ride to. The massive store is chockfull of women’s fashions, jewelry, home decor and gifts for just about everyone on your list. On the edge of the Bay lies another large independent that deserves a ride and park. At Mrt Jewelers (927 Warren Avenue, East Providence 401-435-3500, mrtjewelers. com) you’ll find exquisite jewelry and other gifts that keep on sparking. And just over the border, Deni’s Closet (937 Main Road, Westport, 508-636-0063, deniscloset.com) features a huge collection of the latest women’s fashions that would give any stylista closest envy.
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Housed in a magnificent Victorian building for 33 years, Provender provides a selection of unusual sandwiches, gigantic size cookies, and other unique treats to take away or enjoy there. Find an array of Stonewall Kitchen products, Republic of Tea blends, and locally made items. Don’t want to bake this holiday season? Inquire about their custom cakes and holiday treats!
Open Thursday through Sunday 12-5pm. Find beautiful paintings of all sizes and other thoughtful designs. Find ornaments, little pictures, and unique pieces made by local artists.
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Graceful “Raku” horses by Turkish ceramicist Saliha. Height: 7”- 10” Visit Gallery 4. Along with fine art, we specialize in an array of carefully chosen home decor items from the Near and Far East, including new and antique rugs, furniture and ceramics. Also, fine jewelry, kilim shoes and purses, silk scarves, Turkish towels and more!
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A jewelry design and fabrication studio offering catchy, Rhode Island-made bronze belt buckles, designed by jeweler Peter Tirpaeck. Choose from six styles in white or red bronze, priced at $65. All designs include the leather belt. Shown here are the Lobster, Bluefin Tuna, and Striped bass design. Codfish, Trout, & Bluefish designs also available.
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The Winter’s Arts & Artisan Fair is a unique boutique artist showcase. Shop for one of a kind holiday gifts from talented local and regional artists and artisans. Meet the artists and see their amazing offerings. Give the gift of a local, handmade treasure this season! Taking place at The Meeting House at Tiverton Four Corners, December 12th & 13th, 10am-6pm and 11am-4pm.
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Get Your Scrooge On The first name in Rhode Island theatre is Ebenezer - Scrooge, that is. If we had an official state play, it would be A Christmas Carol. Trinity Rep has been producing the show for 39 seasons, but believe it or not, the Providence theatre isn’t the only one in Little Rhody staging Charles Dickens’ classic tale. The Trinity production (trinityrep.com) is already up and running, but the Granite Theatre (granitetheatre.com) in Westerly has a production going up on November 27, and The Artists’ Exchange (artists-exchange.org) in Cranston is raising their curtains on December 10.
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