Festive Feels, Found Locally 🎉

We’re in that sweet spot between last-minute shopping and champagne toasts, when the days slow down and Rhode Island feels especially alive. Plans feel easier, expectations feel lighter, and there’s just enough time to say yes to something fun before the year officially turns the page. So settle in, scroll through today’s newsletter, and make a plan or two—you’ve more than earned a little end-of-year joy.

Inside Cassarino’s and the Couple Keeping It Classic

Christine and Steve Anderson took a leap of love and faith to breathe new life into Cassarino’s, the Federal Hill restaurant where their story began. With generous portions, a loyal team they treat like family, and a whole lot of Rhode Island heart, they’re keeping this beloved spot at its very best. Read more online.

^{• By Ann Martini, photo Relay For Life}

Ring in the New Year, Rhody Style

Whether you’re dressing up to dance into midnight or staying in with a cozy candle and something bubbly, this roundup of Rhode Island–made swag has you covered. JohnnyCakes Design’s Britt Machado shares festive, local picks that make saying hello to the New Year feel stylish, celebratory, and unmistakably Rhody. Read more online.

^{• By Britt Machado}

Presented by Social Enterprise Greenhouse

Meet the Providence Coworking Space Built for Changemakers

Providence’s Jewelry District has no shortage of creative energy, and Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) continues to be a key part of that landscape. Located in the Jewelry District near the Fox Point bridge, SEG operates the city’s only nonprofit incubator and accelerator focused on social impact businesses, and its coworking space has grown into a go-to hub for entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and small teams looking for an inclusive place to get meaningful work done. The organization’s long standing role in supporting mission driven ventures adds value for anyone hoping to connect with others who share a community oriented focus.

The workspace offers open seating, private offices and meeting rooms, along with a layout that supports both collaboration and focus. Members value the accessible and community driven environment, noting that the space is easy to navigate and provides resources they can rely on. Staff emphasize that SEG’s mission centers on catalyzing and connecting socially conscious professionals throughout Providence, and the coworking space functions as a natural extension of that work.

Inclusivity remains a core part of the organization’s approach. The coworking environment welcomes a wide range of users, from early stage founders to established businesses. Along with workspace amenities, members gain access to SEG’s broader network, which includes programs, guidance and opportunities to engage with other mission oriented professionals. Many users say that the combination of physical space and supportive programming helps them stay focused on long term goals.

Right now, SEG is inviting the community to try the space with a free three day coworking pass. Nonprofits can claim a special eighty five dollar monthly membership, and several below market rate private offices are available for teams ready to expand their footprint. For anyone looking to work in a place that encourages creativity, connection and meaningful impact, SEG offers a clear option. Explore memberships or sign up for a trial at segri.org.

A Forever Farmhouse Finds New Life in Rumford

A once-vacant 1860 farmhouse in Rumford has been thoughtfully expanded, more than doubling its footprint while preserving its historic character. The renovation blends Arts and Crafts details with classic farmhouse elements, creating a warm, functional home designed for gathering and long-term living. Read more online.

^{• Photography by Nat Rea, courtesy of SR Fine Home Builders}

Historic Newport Mansions Become the Backdrop for an Intimate New Music Series

Beginning in January, Newport Mansions will debut Sessions, a new video series capturing stripped-down acoustic performances filmed inside some of the state’s most iconic historic homes. Recorded live in a single take, the series lets the architecture, acoustics, and atmosphere become part of the music, offering viewers a fresh way to experience these legendary spaces. Read more online.

^{• By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of Newport Mansions}

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