Cozy Up with Local Flavor 🍲

Did you know today is National Chicken Soup Day? Yep, it’s the perfect excuse to ladle up some feel-good content! Just like a piping bowl of grandma’s secret recipe, this newsletter is brimming with warmth and goodness. We’ve got all the cozy essentials: tasty soup stops around the state, our recent Hey Rhody on the Road adventure in South County featuring a smoothie taste test (because balance is key!), and a few other hearty updates that’ll leave you feeling all kinds of cozy inside.

Food Trend: Bowls of Goodness

Local eateries across the state are serving up comforting bowls of soup, from plant-based options to classic seafood chowders, each with their own inventive takes. Whether you're craving a creamy bisque or a hearty vegetable stew, there’s a hot bowl waiting to warm you up. Read more in our latest issues of ProvidenceOnline.com, SoRhodeIsland.com, and TheBay.com.

^{• By Ken Abrams and Abbie Lahmers, photo courtesy of Sprout and Lentil}

Sell Division Explores Art and Activism Through Music

Sell Division, a powerful new musical created by Rhode Island creatives, explores themes of misinformation, disinformation, and the harmful impact of stereotypes. Directed by Mary Zema and Noreen Inglesi, the live staged reading at CCRI blends lyrical storytelling with sharp social commentary, sparking important conversations about societal issues. Read more on our latest blog at HeyRhody.com.

^{• By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of Notable Works Publication and Distribution Co. Inc}

Hey Rhody On The Road: Blind Taste-Testing and Ranking Healthy Smoothies from The Fresh Monkee

Join Nick and Jenna as they hit the road to explore the best of Rhode Island on Hey Rhody On The Road – this week, they take on the ultimate smoothie showdown at The Fresh Monkee in Wakefield. (Spoiler alert: things get fruity, and the rankings may or may not get a little messy!)

Presented by Foundry Artist Association

Artists New and Established Gather for The Foundry Show’s 42nd Year

The Foundry Artists Association’s 42nd Annual Holiday Show, featuring over 65 regional artists, opens on December 5 at the Pawtucket Armory with a special Opening Night Reception. This beloved event not only showcases unique local artwork but also supports causes like the Save One Soul Animal Rescue League and the Rhode Island Food Bank through silent auctions and donations. Read more online at HeyRhody.com.

^{• By Staff, photo courtesy of Foundry Artist Association}

Jonnycake Center for Hope and Plates With Purpose Address Hunger in South County

A recent report from the Rhode Island Community Food Bank highlights that nearly one in three households in the state struggle with food insecurity, worsened by rising housing and food costs. The Jonnycake Center for Hope and Plates With Purpose serve the community with creative ways of offering food aid and addressing the broader challenges of poverty in South County and beyond. Read more online at SoRhodeIsland.com.

^{• By Emily Olson, photo courtesy of Plates With Purpose}

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📍Moonstone Beach, South Kingstown

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