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Santa Claus will arrive in the Garden City Center, Cranston, on Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gazebo. Santa arrives via a horse drawn hayride at 11 a.m. Professional photos available inside Santa’s cabin. Enjoy free face painting, crafts, hayrides, music, strolling mime and treats. Santa’s arrival is on no matter if it is rain or snow! Santa will be in his cabin every day through Dec. 24. Visits are free and professional photos are available for purchase. Save time and book your appointment online at gardencitycenter.fullslate.com. Comedy for Cops On Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. there will be a RI Comedy Hall of Fame's Comedy for Cops Show, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 475 Sandy Lane, Warwick, RI at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m. This event is free although donations will be accepted toward a police charity. The event will feature Southern New England's finest comedians who are in the RI Comedy Hall of Fame, such as host Doreen Collins of Women Behind Bars, John Perrotta of the Comedy Factory, Mike Murray of Funny 4 Funds, and Ace Aceto of Ace Aceto's Royal Flush Comedy. Also featured are Anthony Brooks and Rockin' Joe Hebert. Whether you're a police officer, a police supporter, or former convicted felon, you're invited to this one of a kind comedy show. You will be able to donate to a police charity that evening. There are no tickets, but space must reserved in advance, email Dana this is an event for adults age 21 and up. A cash bar will be available. For more information, visit richof.org/free-comedy-show-for-cops-in-december. Sparkling Snowflakes Annual Gift Show
Shop for the holidays on Saturday, December 3, from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Sparkling Snowflakes One-of-a-Kind Gift Show at The Lodge, at The Village at Waterman Lake, 75 Putnam Pike, Greenville. Local artisans will offer a wide variety of jewelry, crafts, holiday decorations, handmade gifts, children's and pet items, clothing, and accessories. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and hot and cold beverages will be available. Savor the spirit of the giving season with live music provided by the Village musicians. For more information, call 949-1333. Christmas Shopping Boutique
The 11th Annual St. Mary School Christmas Shopping Boutique is Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes more than 40 vendors, crafters, raffles, a food court, bake sale and activities for the children. The school is located at 46 Vallone Rd. in Cranston. Ocean State Toastmasters
Regular meetings of the Ocean State Toastmasters are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. at Warwick City Hall, 3275 Post Road.
The club is one of some 13,500 in Toastmasters International, a nonprofit, educational organization devoted to the development of public speaking and leadership skills. The organization has approximately 280,000 members in 116 countries. Founded in 1963, Ocean State Toastmasters is one of the oldest clubs in Rhode Island. Visit us and see what we’re about! For more information contact Robert Rogers, vice president of membership, at 782-7637 or Robert_Rogers@acm.org. Historical Holidays in Cranston
The Cranston Historical Society invites the public to visit two of the historical homes in Cranston on Dec. 4. The Annual Open Houses will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. at both the 1869’s Governor Sprague Mansion at 1351 Cranston St. and at the 1770s Colonial Joy Homestead located at 156 Scituate Ave.
Enjoy an afternoon of holiday music, cookies, wassail and our famous Sprague Punch. For decades, the Cranston Historical Society has graciously opened both museums at no charge for visitors to enjoy. It is our way to share some kindred warmth and welcome our visitors.
Sharon Albert and Friends has provided 18th and 19th Century musical selections at the Sprague Mansion for at least 20 years. Sharon is a long-time resident of Cranston. The Western Cranston & Edgewood Garden Clubs has decorated the Mansion in a spirited Victorian-theme. Colonial-dressed hosts will greet visitors at the Joy Homestead; enjoy colonial cheer and the warmth of the Job Joy’s fireplaced home.
Both museums are located on the historic W3R Washington-Rochambeau Route, the official National Park Service trail our French Allies marched from Newport to Yorktown during the Revolutionary War.
Computer Classes at Mohr Library
Stop into the library on Fridays from 10 to 11:30 for computer and technology help. Learn how to use email, Microsoft Word, Facebook, or how to format a resume or, download free ebooks. No appointments are necessary. The Mohr Library is also a certified NorthStar Computer Assessment site. Take and pass an online test and earn a printed certificate. Appointments are required for NorthStar. For more information, please call the Reference Department at 401-231-4980.
Friends of the Mohr Public Library
There is an ongoing book sale in the lower level hall across from the meeting room. Most prices range from 25 cents to $2. The Friends are a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, with proceeds from fundraising supporting library programs and services. The Friends welcome new members to provide donations, membership dues, or to volunteer their time. To find out more, call the library director at 231-4980 (press 7). Donations of gently used books are appreciated, and can be left at the library's main desk during library hours. Receipts for tax purposes are available.
Did You Know?
Turkey is the traditional dish for the Thanksgiving feast. In the United States, about 280 million turkeys are sold for the Thanksgiving celebrations. There is no official reason or declaration for the use of turkey. They just happened to be the most plentiful meat available at the time of the first Thanksgiving in 1621, starting the tradition. (Thanksgiving Fun Facts)
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