Join the Beechwood Theatre Company for an evening of classical Christmas music, both a capella and accompanied. Sponsored by the Beechwood Foundation. All seats 10.

Join the Beechwood Theatre Company for an evening of classical Christmas music, both a capella and accompanied. Sponsored by the Beechwood Foundation. All seats 10. A Christmas in Newport event.

This holiday show is about three kings on their way to Bethlehem who stop to rest at the home of Amahl, a crippled boy, and his mother. Though they are very poor, they offer the kings hospitality, shelter and entertainment from their shepherd friends. Late that that night, Amahls mother is caught trying to steal some of the kings gold, but when she explains that it is for her starving child, she is forgiven. Amahl offers his crutch as a special gift to the baby Jesus and is miraculously cured.

Celebrate the holiday season in wild style at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Meet the Jolly Old Elf himself while enjoying a hearty breakfast buffet or afternoon cookies and milk with a variety of activities for the whole family. A photo with Santa for each child and admission to the Zoo for the day are included. Tickets must be purchased in advance either at the ticket window or by calling 401-941-4998. For more information, call or visit www.rwpzoo.org

Celebrate the holiday season in wild style at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Meet the Jolly Old Elf himself while enjoying a hearty breakfast buffet or afternoon cookies and milk with a variety of activities for the whole family. A photo with Santa for each child and admission to the Zoo for the day are included. Tickets must be purchased in advance either at the ticket window or by calling 401-941-4998. For more information, call or visit www.rwpzoo.org.

Usher in the holiday season with the Jolly Old Elf himself at Roger Williams Park Zoo. See Santa arrive in grand style, then take part in a festive holiday parade, see the animals receive some gifts of their own and enjoy a number of other activities thatll get the whole family glowing with holiday cheer. Activities are free with regular Zoo admission. Toy donations and coat donations for those in need will be accepted. Visit www.rwpzoo.org for details, or call 401-785-3510.

Boy Scouts are invited to the Zoo for a day of fun and discovery just for them. While enjoying the exhibits, scouts will learn about wildlife from Zoo staff and earn their Wildlife Conservation Pin and Beltloop. Pre-registration is required. For more information, visit www.rwpzoo.org beginning in mid-summer, or call 401-785-3510 x352

Defending the Caveman is a hilarious play about the ways men and women relate to each other. Without taking sides, this insightful comedy discusses the ongoing battle for understanding between the sexes. Through its hysterical observations into contemporary feminism, masculine sensitivity and the erogenous zones, Defending the Caveman mines the common themes in relationships that go straight through the funny bone.

They give him Grammys as a folk artist, but you cant really categorize a genius as big as John Prines. Like Kurt Vonneguts early novels, Prines songs are notable for both their bite and their warmth -- the gentle surface of ballads such as All the Best often hide a dark heart, while angrier numbers like Angel from Montgomery always seem to forgive the targets of their indignation. Dont miss your chance to see this true American songwriting legend.

Larry Rachleff, conductor Alban Gerhardt, cello DE FALLA The Three-Cornered Hat ELGAR Cello Concerto STRAVINSKY Petrouchka

Have you always wanted to try out a classical concert -see what all the fuss was about , but never seemed to find the time A Rush Hour concert is the place for you Join hundreds of other music lovers who enjoy these short, classical, informal and informative concerts on 4 early FRIDAY evenings throughout the Season.

Joyful, jazzy and witty music that celebrates the environment. Great for families, little kids and people of all ages. Bring a picnic blanket and come and enjoy your favorite folk songs put to words about keeping our planet green. Trader Joes food for free Tickets 7.00 under 16 and 12.00 for adults.

The incomparable Cirque Mechanics fly, climb and contort their way through rotating gears, trampoline walls and aerial hoops. Headlining FirstWorks Festival 2009, this international troupe of veterans from Cirque du Soleil, Pickle Family Circus and Moscow Circus transform PPAC into a wondrous Birdhouse Factory. Inspired by the masterful industrial murals of Diego Rivera, the illustrations of Rube Goldberg, and the political slapstick of Charlie Chaplin, these literally off-the-wall performers delight audiences of all ages.

The 100-voice Providence Singers season opener features masterworks expressly written for chorus and percussion. Highlighted by a world premiere by Grammy-nominated composer Tarik ORegan, the program includes the New England premiere of Lou Harrisons epic La Koro Sutro The Heart Sutra, featuring an American gamelan ensemble, a world premiere by Grammy-nominated composer Tarik ORegan, a double-chorus work by Rhode Island-raised Nico Muhly, and works by American Masters Philip Glass and Steve Reich. Presented in collaboration with Boston Modern Orchestra Project.

The Rhode Island Reds havent played a hockey game in 32 years, but theres still a group of fans cheering for them the Rhode Island Reds Heritage Society. Join us in welcoming Buster Clegg, a former Reds general manager and the groups current president, to share the teams history and the growth of its Heritage Society today.