Culture

5 Can't-Miss Christmas Tree Lightings in Rhode Island

These towns have some of the most extravagant Christmas tree lighting ceremonies complete with food, music and holiday cheer.

Kerri Tallman

Wedding and Event Planner Bryan Rafanelli Celebrates His Book, A Great Party

The book provides a behind-the-scenes perspective on dozens of incredible events produced by Rafanelli, who has been voted one of the best wedding and event planners in the world by Vogue magazine.

Jamie Coelho

Celebrate Downcity Returns to Downtown Providence on Nov. 30

Enjoy a day of holiday shopping, free photos with Santa, interactive activities, delicious food and more!

Leanna Lobo

Riding the Blackstone Valley Polar Express and Train Rides with Santa

Make family memories on the Blackstone Valley Polar Express in Woonsocket or other train attractions in nearby towns.

Jamie Coelho

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Kelly Nevins of the Women's Fund of RI

The executive director explains how the nonprofit invests in local women and girls.

Jamie Coelho

Take a Ghost Walking Tour in Newport, Rhode Island

Just because spooky season is over, doesn't mean the city by the sea loses its haunt.

Leanna Lobo

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Is Rhode Island Ready for the Census?

Billions of dollars and a congressional seat are on the line.

Ellen Liberman

Chatter: November

Readers weigh in on stories in print and online.

RIM Staff

Read an Excerpt from G.Wayne Miller's Kid Number One

The book highlights former Hasbro Chairman and CEO Alan Hassenfeld and his rise and fall within his family’s renowned American toy company.

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Publisher's Note: Cheers!

RIM's publisher, John Palumbo, muses on finding your own "Cheers" bar in our guide to local watering holes.

John Palumbo