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Confetti & Cheers Await!🎉

Wave goodbye to 2024 with cozy crafts, authentic Italian in PVD, a third-anniversary brew + more!

December 31, 2024

Happy New Year’s Eve, Rhody fam! They say “new year, new you,” but honestly, some things are already pretty great – like this newsletter. Why mess with a good thing? From cozy night-in ideas to local businesses bringing creativity and community together, today’s newsletter is the perfect way to kick back and wrap up the year.

Step Into 2025 on the Right Rhody Foot!

Once the champagne bottles have been popped and the whirlwind of a fabulous New Year’s Eve finds you stepping into 2025, it may be tempting to host your first soiree of the year in cozy fashion. A winter gathering at home means channeling Ocean State flavors with local wines and food and a sprinkle of DIY flair. Read more on our latest blog online at HeyRhody.com.

^{• By Jenna Kaplan, photo by Liz Murray}

South County Fiber Artists Stitch Community Through Cozy Crafting

When winter’s chill settles in, there’s no better time to embrace the warmth of creativity and community. Across South County, yarn shops and weaving centers are welcoming crafters of all skill levels to dive into the comforting world of fiber arts. Read more online at SoRhodeIsland.com.

^{• By Emily Olson, photo courtesy of The Mermaid’s Purl}

Check Out Our Latest on Youtube: Authentic Italian at Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante

Get a taste of Italy without leaving Rhode Island! Join Hey Rhody On The Road as we dive into the authentic flavors and charm of Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante – where every bite feels like a Roman holiday. 🍝

Show us your picture-perfect Rhode Island romance! Submit your proposal or wedding photo with a magical Ocean State backdrop for a chance to be featured in the Hey Rhody Wedding Guide and win a fabulous prize. Read more online at HeyRhody.com.

^{• By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of Maya Byrne and Weston de Lomba}

Cheers to Three Years for Queers and Beers

Queers and Beers celebrates its third anniversary with Cuffing Season, a beer collab with Proclamation Brewing Co., benefiting Youth Pride RI. Co-founder Shannon Curley shares how the group has grown into a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ individuals, hosting meetups, fundraisers, and events across Rhode Island. Read more on our latest blog at HeyRhody.com.

^{• By Bob Curley, photo courtesy of Shannon Curley}