From 8:00AM to 5:30PM

The Spirit of Giving Clothing and Toy Drive pairs children’s wish lists from over 4,000 RI children with gifts from individuals, businesses and social, charitable and religious organizations. Donations of new toys and/or clothing can be dropped off at the Children’s Friend, 153 Summer Street in Providence, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monetary gifts are also welcomed in support of the Spirit of Holiday Giving drive and can be mailed to Spirit of Giving Holiday Drive, c/o Children’s Friend, 153 Summer Street, Providence, RI, 02903. All donations must be received by December 15. A non-profit organization founded in 1834, Children’s Friend is a leading provider of child welfare, family support, mental health, and child development services. Families are strengthened by creating safe and nurturing environments for children during the crucial early years, and by helping parents gain access to the resources, education, and support that they need. In this way, children are given the foundation to help them live healthy and productive lives. Children’s Friend provided services to help over 31,000 children and families in 2013. For more information visit spiritofgivingdrive.org or call 276-4346.

From 3:00PM to 4:30PM

Central Baptist Church, 99 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown The 50-member Jamestown Community Chorus presents “Silver Bells” a holiday concert featuring seasonal favorites such as “Lo How a Rose E’er Blooming,” “Silver Bells,” “What Cheer” plus numerous lesser- known carols from the British Isles including “Yule Fires” “Lirum Lirum” and the Gower and Malpas Wassails. The program also includes Mendelssohn’s eight-part “Heilig” (Holy), sung in German and English and Gaudete’s rousing “Sing We all Rejoice.” The concert will conclude with a sing-along followed by the moving “Light One Candle” by former Peter Paul & Mary member, Peter Yarrow. Several selections will have percussion and other instrumental accompaniment. Tickets are $15, $10 for seniors (65+) and children. Tickets are available through chorus members, at Baker’s Pharmacy, Jamestown Hardware and the Secret Garden, at the door, or may be reserved at 423-1574 or jamestownchorus.com.