Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Woonsocket Patch is looking for your photos and videos celebrating the start of 2013.
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Wednesday, January 2
When the clock struck midnight to officially begin 2013, what were you doing? Did you go out to a local nightspot and celebrate with friends [and strangers]? Were you in Providence for Bright Night — or did you make your own party at home? Or were you among the hardy souls who went out for a dip in Narragansett Bay yesterday afternoon? Share your photos and video of your New Year's Celebration by clicking the "Upload" button above.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Simple ideas to inspire random acts of kindness that you could do today and everyday.
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Tuesday, January 1
"My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness." - Dalai Lama Share your ideas for kindness in the comments section below!
Monday, December 31, 2012
Have a happy, safe New Year's Eve, and check out these things to know:
Happy New Year - It's been a long year, with good and bad, and now it's time to set your sights on the next 12 months with new ambition and, hopefully, renewed energy: BE SAFE - The RI State Police have increased patrols for the holiday. Don't add to their work. Be safe, don't drink and drive, and don't overdo it. HAVE FUN - Tonight the The Partnership For Community Progress hosts its New Year's Eve Ball at the Tyra Club119 West St. (401) 765-3635. The event features food, door prizes, raffles, a champagne toast at midnight, and music by DJ Lefty. If you're feeling the wanderlust, there's Bright Night Providence. Tickets are available online for $15. Matthew 25 Center - The Matthew 25 Center of Hope is open Wednesday, Jan. 2, 4 p.m. at…
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Five easy steps to throw an easy and inexpensive New Year's Eve party at home.
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Sunday, December 30, 2012
Want to avoid the crowds this New Years? Invite a few close friends over and throw your own party at home. Here are five simple steps to having your own New Year's Eve party: 1. Food. Start your party at 7 p.m. or later so your guests will eat dinner before they come over. That way, all you have to provide is snacks. Pick up a vegetable platter and some sweet treats for dessert. Want to make something yourself? Here is a quick an easy recipe for a snack everyone will love: Ingredients you'll need for salsa dip: Spread the whole package of cream cheese on the bottom of a deep plate. Pour a little more than half of the jar of salsa over the top and spread. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese on top of the salsa. Heat in the microwave for …
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Choosing the appropriate sparkling wine for New Year's Eve can make you dizzy before the first sip. Here's a handy guide to finding bubbly on a budget., and where to find it.
The pop of the Champagne cork is as much a part of the New Year’s Eve soundtrack as "Auld Lang Syne" and fireworks. The tiny, tickling bubbles evoke celebratory moods. Find a list of nearby liquor stores in Woonsocket on the Woonsocket Patch Directory — and find their locations on the map below. With so many sparkling wines to choose from, picking the best bottle can be daunting. Prices for sparkling wine range from less than $10 to more than $500 per bottle. Keep in mind that while you usually get what you pay for, there are some great options for those of us on a budget. Large “negociant” champagne houses that purchase much of their fruit, such as Veuve Clicquot, Bollinger, Roederer, Taittinger, Perrier Jouet and Nicolas Feuillatte, …
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6:02 pm on Tuesday, January 1, 2013
After the shootings @ Sandy Hook Elementary School in Ct. A local radio show - Take A Stand, the host, Lee Ann Sennick asked her listeners to do 26 random acts of kindeness for the victims, this was an act of kindness in itself. more ›