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THE MUST LIST

10 essential events happening this month

Witness the Geminid Meteor Shower from the Frosty Drew Observatory

December 13

Bundle up and head to the Frosty Drew Observatory for the Geminid Meteor Shower, whose bright green hue and long-lasting dust trails make it one of the most exciting meteor showers of the year. FrostyDrew.org

Stroll the lit paths of Blithewold’s picturesque grounds for Night Lights, featuring the natural beauty of the arboretum with RI Cruisin’ Cocktails on-hand serving hot bevvies, some with a kick! Bristol, Blithewold.org For a statewide listing of events visit us online! HeyRhody.com

Through December 12: Don’t miss your shot at tickets to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony and Grammy Award-winning genre-smashing hip-hop hit musical Hamilton during its return engagement at the Providence Performing Arts Center. PPACRI.org

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Through January 9: With still and moving images and sound, artist and URI professor Annu Palakunnathu Matthew’s ReVision reflects on historical narratives, the history of colonization, and the immigrant experience. Newport, NewportArtMuseum.org

December 1: South Kingstown brewery Whalers heads to the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce’s After Hours Expo. Enjoy samples of two of their beers, Rise and Drift, while mingling with local small business owners. Westerly, Whalers.com December 2: Catch classic tunes like “Can’t You See” and “Take the Highway” when The Marshall Tucker Band, pioneers of the Southern rock sound of the 1970s, take the stage at the Greenwich Odeum. East Greenwich, GreenwichOdeum.com

December 11: Van Morrison tribute band Moondance rocks the Courthouse Center for the Arts with an evening of danceable favorites, from “Brown Eyed Girl” to “Wild Nights.” Book tickets in advance. West Kingston, CourthouseArts.org

December 17: Local folk-rock legend John Fuzek, whose original songs are peppered with socially conscious themes, is joined by some of Little Rhody’s best contemporary music artists at Pump House Music Works. Peace Dale, PumpHouseMusicWorks.com

December 18: Hera Gallery invites the public to participate in a #whatwomenwear community quilting activity for the closing reception of Exposed. Visit for an evening of crafts, celebration, and artist talks. Wakefield, HeraGallery.org

December 18-19: Over 70 local artists will have their wares on display at the WaterFire Arts Center for Providence Artisans Holiday Show. Shop handmade paintings, ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, and more, plus food trucks. Facebook: Providence Artisans Market

Please note that events may require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test and mask-wearing regardless of vaccination status. Be sure to check each venue for updates.