From 8:00AM to 5:30PM

The Spirit of Giving Clothing and Toy Drive pairs children’s wish lists from over 4,000 RI children with gifts from individuals, businesses and social, charitable and religious organizations. Donations of new toys and/or clothing can be dropped off at the Children’s Friend, 153 Summer Street in Providence, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monetary gifts are also welcomed in support of the Spirit of Holiday Giving drive and can be mailed to Spirit of Giving Holiday Drive, c/o Children’s Friend, 153 Summer Street, Providence, RI, 02903. All donations must be received by December 15. A non-profit organization founded in 1834, Children’s Friend is a leading provider of child welfare, family support, mental health, and child development services. Families are strengthened by creating safe and nurturing environments for children during the crucial early years, and by helping parents gain access to the resources, education, and support that they need. In this way, children are given the foundation to help them live healthy and productive lives. Children’s Friend provided services to help over 31,000 children and families in 2013. For more information visit spiritofgivingdrive.org or call 276-4346.

From 6:30PM to 8:00PM

Whether you prefer weekend trips by car or visits to cities in the U.S. and abroad, chances are you have plenty to say about where you stayed, what you've seen, and where you've eaten. Author Peter Mandel will show you how to turn your travel experiences into easy-to-compose blogs or articles with photos that you can sell to newspapers, magazines and websites. The event will be held at the Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Road, Jamestown, RI. For more information, call 401-423-7280. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Jamestown Philomenian Library.