Wicked Rhody podcast hosts Mary and Ben talk about Rhode Island events for the week of 12/4/16, including: Subscribe: iTunes | StitcherDownload: (.mp3) | Mobile Play Social: Like Us On Facebook | Follow Us On Twitter | Follow Us On Instagram Wicked Interesting: Ant’ny Claus 2: A Dysfunctional Family Sequelhttp://antny2.bpt.me/6 Shows this & next weekend - opens Friday, Dec 2. For six years, the Ant’ny Claus family has been entertaining Rhode Islanders with the story of Santa’s younger brother – aka, the back-up plan. In ANT’NY CLAUS 2: A DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY SEQUEL, Ant’ny’s triumphant return home after his first time taking over the reins from his big brother is tarnished by a small accident with big implications. They could be in big trouble with the most notorious man in Rhode Island, making for a calamity-filled day at Ant’ny’s North Providence raised ranch. Written and directed by local comedian Frank O’Donnell, the franchise returns for a second year to Academy Players in Providence, after a four-year run at the now-closed Theatre Works in Woonsocket. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wicked Fun in the 401 The Eat! Shop! Play! - Hope Street Annual Holiday Stroll is back and this year it's an all day affair!https://www.facebook.com/events/185950781808859/Sunday 12pm-6pmHope Street PVD This year's events and activities include:- Selfies with Santa as he roams up and down Hope Street- Selfies with The Human Dreidel sponsored by the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island- Roaming Nutcracker Characters from Festival Ballet Providence- Acapella from Wheeler School's 18 Wheelers- Good time tunes from Extraordinary Rendition Band- Interactive Drum Circle for kids and adults!- Face Painting by Art on the Spot- Gingerbread Cookie Decorating sponsored by The Residences at Wingateand Wingate Healthcare (located The Rhode Guide Real Estate Co.)- Cooking Demos sponsored by Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island- Table top Christmas trees for sale from Eastside Marketplace- Plus everyone's favorite food trucks: Noble Knots, O'Crepe The Rolling Creperie, Citizen Wing, Presto Strange O Coffee Truck, Poco Loco Tacos, The Hard-Pressed Cider Company, LLC, Roasted Nuts and more!- 11AM Story Time at Kreatelier followed by a free craft for kids from 2 to 5 PM, and special glogg for the adults- Curious Nature Apothecary Meet the mAker at Evolve Apothecary and Spa- Heather Guidero Trunk Show at Studio Hop- Vintage on the Rocks pop up Vintage Sweater shop at J Marcel- Be sure to visit all the great stores on the street for specials, refreshments and more. Olive del Mondo Providence RI, Seven Stars Bakery, Studio Hop, J Marcel, Kreatelier, Frog and Toad, LULI Boutique, Rhody Craft, Stock Culinary Goods, Hope Returns, Evolve Apothecary and Spa, Henry Bear's Park, Green River Silver Co., NBX Bikes, and The Cheeky Hound.- Restaurants will be offering specials so be sure to visit Ivy Tavern, Pizzico Ristorante, Hope Street Pizza & Family Restaurant, and Wara Wara Japanese Restaurant.Plus, the East Side/Mt. Hope YMCA will be offering discounted baby sitting rates in case you need to do some kid-free shopping! Babysitting takes place on Sunday from 12:30 - 4:00 PM. There is a $13 fee for YMCA members, and an $18 fee for non-members. Children must be potty trained and 8 Years old or younger. Call the Y for more info.Get a peek behind the scenes at Festival Ballet Providence's Nutcracker when you walk through their Hope Street studios, plus take photos with costumed characters from the show!Events and entertainment for that day are still being scheduled, so check HopeStreetProv.com for the latest info.Special thanks to our community partner and sponsors Harkins Wealth Management, LLC, Paper Connection International, City Kitty Veterinary Care for Cats, Wingate Healthcare, and CVS Pharm