5 Weekend Musts: Cesar Millan, Holiday Concerts + More

Thursday, December 01, 2011

Kalena Crafton, GoLocalProv Contributor

What's he whisper? See Cesar Millan this weekend to find out

It's December, Rhode Island. Time to get out there and have some seasonal fun. Here are the five things you can't afford to miss out on.

The Dog Whisperer in Providence

Saturday Ever wish you could talk to your dog? Watch Cesar Millan, the master, work wonders on stage this weekend at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Millan has written three books, starred on the National Geographic Channel, appeared on “Oprah” and “The Tonight Show,” becoming one of the most famous animal folks in the world. Millan will be speaking about his life, experiences, and teaching his techniques. 8pm, Admission: $75, $45.75, $35.75. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St, Providence. Get tickets here.

Festival of Lights in Wickford

Friday-Sunday Experience Wickford’s colonial charm this weekend as the village is set alight by thousands of white lights. There will be a live nativity performed, carols in the park, Lafayette Band’s “Holiday Concert,” and Santa! Dress up and join a parade of Santa’s elves, compete in a treasure hunt and raffle, and take a hayride with Santa around the village. For times and locations go to: www.wickfordvillage.com. Wickford Villiage, North Kingstown.

Holiday Bazaar to Benefit The American Cancer Society

Saturday Come enjoy games, food, shopping, and Santa this Saturday to benefit the American Cancer Society. There will be raffles, jewelry, hot dogs, baked goods, and drinks. Santa Claus will be visiting to meet with children from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Admission. 9 am - 3 pm, Kenedy Manor, 547 Clinton Street, Woonsocket.

Magevet, Yale University's Jewish A Cappella Group

Magevet brings Chanukah humor to Providence

Saturday Is Chanukah on your mind this holiday season? Yale University's a cappella group, Magevet, is coming to Temple Emanu-El for a one-night-only concert, performing diverse Jewish, Hebrew, and Israeli music. Come enjoy the group’s talented tones and sense of humor as they will be sing a little bit of everything to please everyone. Admission: $18 in advance ($20 at the door), $10 Students and Seniors. 7:00 p.m. Temple Emanu-El, 99 Taft Avenue, Providence. Go here for more information.

41st Annual Bowen's Wharf Christmas Tree Lighting

Saturday Come to Newport for a night of events centered around the annual tree lighting in Newport. Meet Frosty the Snowman at 4:30, join a Christmas Carol Sing-A-Long at 5 p.m., and greet Santa and Mrs. Claus at 6 p.m. for the tree lighting. Free Admission, Rain, shine, or snow. Bowen’s Wharf, 13 Bowens Lndg, Newport. Go here for more information.