Looking For Things to Do in Bristol and Warren Over Holiday Break?

Looking for something to do with the children in Bristol and Warren over holiday break? 

Assuming you can tear the kids away from their new toys for a few hours, here are some ideas for things to do at home and nearby.

Entertainment:

Bowling: Dudek Bowling Alleys is the closest place to throw a few frames. Have the kids try duckpin bowling, if they've never tried it before. 

Local libraries: Check out Rogers Free Library in Bristol and George Hail Library in Warren for borrowing a new book or DVD. They're also great resource for vacation programs and museum passes (some of which can give you discounts).

Movies: For this one, you'll have to travel to the Showcase Cinemas on Route 6 Seekonk, MA — if you're a AAA member, check the AAA.com website for discounts. And go to Moviefone.com to find schedules and ticket info.

Restaurant: Is there a new restaurant in town that you've been meaning to try? Or maybe an old favorite you haven't visited in awhile? Take the kids or get take-out — now's the time. Check out the list of Bristol and Warren eateries on the Bristol-Warren Patch Directory here.

Sledding or tubing: If we get any snow, this is always a good bet. If the kids (or the adults) need some persuading, take them to a local store, like Benny's over on Metacom Avenue, and let them pick out a new sled, saucer or tube; and if you have a tobaggan, you will make friends quickly on the hill — what's Christmas without a tobaggan?

Events around Town:

Starting on Wednesday, there are plenty of events and activities going on — be sure to check the Bristol-Warren Patch Calendar for the latest additions.

Here's just a sampling of what's scheduled this week. Events are free unless otherwise noted. Click the links for more information.

Dec. 26:

• Linden Place in Bristol hosts "The Poetry of Christmas," 10 am. $10.
• Blithewold Mansion holds Afternoon Tea at 1:30 pm.
• Give Mom a break and send her out to Ladies Night at Not Your Average Bar and Grill in Warren at 5 pm.
• DeWolf Tavern hosts Live Jazz Music at 7:30 pm. Tix: $19.95.

Dec. 27:

• Christmas Musical Performances in the Living Room at Blithewold at 6:30 pm
• Linden Place continues The Poetry of Christmas at 10 am. Admission is $10.
• Senior Bowling at Dudek Bowling Alleys at 9:30 am. $4.
• Zumba Classes to benefit the Warren Animal Shelter at 426 Fitness, 7 pm.
• Tinkers Nest in Warren hosts Open Mic Night at 9 pm.

Dec. 28:

• Blithewold Mansion continues Christmas Sparkle: An Outdoor Family Event at 6 pm.
• Vintage Soul performs at Not Your Average Bar and Grill at 9 pm.
• The Poetry of Christmas at Linden Place, 10 am. $10.

Dec. 29:

• Girls' Basketball Clinic at Roger Williams University, 9 am. $25.
• Bristol Yoga Studio hosts Yin Yoga at 7:30 am, followed by Heated Vinyasa Yoga at 9:30 am. Each program is $15.
• Bristol Recreation Department offers Open Art Studio Program, 11 am. $5.

Dec. 30:

• Ayurveda and Yoga Practice at Bristol Yoga Studio, 8 am. $15.
• RWU hosts family swim, 1 pm. $5.
• Trivia Night at Tinkers Nest, 7 pm

At Home

Here are some good ideas if you want to stay home and/or if you want to play host. Disclaimer: If you have teens, be careful if you try some of these at home (like a tea party). 

• Bring a Book to Life. You can use a book and costumes you have at home or, if you plan ahead, you can borrow books, costumes and puppets from your local library.
• PJ/Game Day. Invite kids to show up in their pajamas and bring a board game too. Sometimes the games actually get played. 
• Snow activities (if we have snow) including snowman and fort building, snowball fights, snow angels, etc.
• Tea Party featuring hot chocolate and holiday-themed cookies (see disclaimer above).
• Video game party. Have the boys over for pizza and soda (and all other holiday leftovers).
• Yankee swap. It's never too late to give/get a holiday gift. Invite a few friends over and swap away (and parents can do the same).

Do you have something that you plan to do, or would like to do, over vacation?

Is your business a potential destination for Bristol and Warren folks?

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