Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben talk about Rhode Island events for the week of 12/16/16, including: Subscribe: iTunes | StitcherDownload: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting:  Ugly Sweater Bowling at Lang’s Bowl-A-Rama on Friday Night from 8-10pm!  Hosted by the Super Fun Activities Clubhttps://www.facebook.com/events/811090315698837/Things are about to ugly. Really really ugly. Yep, you guessed it. It’s that time of year again. While some people just wear sweaters they wear all the time, some Super Fun people break out their best sweaters only once or twice a year. Well, it’s that time. It’s Ugly Sweater time. Quack the Duck and the Super Fun Activities Club put on an Ugly Sweater Bowling party last year. And we’re doing it again. And it’s going to be bigger and better than last year. This year, we are introducing a prize for the UGLIEST Sweater! Who is bringing their A game this year?The festivities will be happening at the same location. They were great hosts last year so we are glad to give them our business again. As you are well aware, SFAC supports doing business locally and this party is no exception. The bowling will commence at 8pm at Lang’s Bowlarama. Lang’s is located at 225 Niantic Ave, Cranston, RI.Tickets are $20 per person, see the website for the link - Wicked Fun in the 401: Holiday Afternoon Tea, Governor Henry Lippitt House Museum, Providence Recommended by a friend of the show, Jamie Coehlohttps://www.facebook.com/events/1137316513004582/Seatings offered at 1:00 pm & 4:00 pm. Reservations required.Enjoy a relaxed, elegant afternoon tea provided by Delsie Catering and Events featuring sweet and savory delights, a signature cocktail, and a variety of freshly brewed teas from around the world. Tea is served at the festively decorated Lippitt House Museum where visitors will enjoy a feast for both their eyes and palates as they explore one of the best preserved Victorian interiors in America.A National Historic Landmark, Lippitt House has one of the best preserved Victorian interiors in America, allowing visitors to step into Providence’s Golden Age.  Santa at the Fire Barn - Block Island https://www.facebook.com/events/1759678800950025/Santa and Mrs. Claus make their annual visit to Block Island bringing a special gift for every island child in the 4th grade or younger.Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by fire truck about 11:00 and will distribute gifts and pose for photos until 2:00.If a child is off island that day they can stop by later to find their gift under the tree. West Side Caroling Sunday 5pm - 8pmhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1709605922693250/Meet at Loie Fullers"Not your grandmother's singalong." - Providence MonthlyGive the gifts of joy and good will and spread warmth and merriment during one of the coldest times of the year. Annually, the Sunday before Christmas.Meet up at Loie Fuller's restaurant (1455 Westminster) from 5-6pm for snacks & socializing and head out at 6pm sharp to bring holiday cheer to the neighborhood and ending at 8pm with milk, warm drink & cookies at the soon-to-be new Sin bakery and cafe (1413 Westminster) just a block from our starting point.EVERYONE IS WELCOME regardless of any religious or non-religious beliefs. INVITE YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY! The Nutcracker at The Stadium Theater http://www.stadiumtheatre.com/events/nutcracker-a-full-length-ballet/20Saturday at 7:30pm - Sunday at 2pmPerformed by “Heritage Ballet” it’s the full-length classical ballet about a little girl named Clara who receives a Nutcracker from her godfather for Christmas. She dreams that her Nutcracker comes to life and battles the mischievous Mouse Queen. Clara then goes on a magical adventure as the Snow Queen and King and their sparkling Snowflakes dance all around her in the forest and send her to the Land of the Sweets where