The Providence Journal / Bob Breidenbach
Handmade dolls by Arlette Laan of Lowell, Mass., on display at Craftopia 2011. Sunday's Craftopia showcases the unique work of more than 70 talented artisans and celebrates all things local and handmade at Hope Artiste Village in Pawtucket.
Craftopia
Kick off your holiday shopping at this one-day craft show featuring work (jewelry, hand bags, fine art) by more than 70 artisans from throughout New England. Sunday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $1 admission. Hope Artiste Village, 1005 Main St., Pawtucket. rhodycraft100.blogspot.com.
"A Christmas Carol"
It's never too early. Trinity Rep's annual production of Dickens' classic tale of redemption opens in previews this weekend. Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. $15-$36.Trinity Rep, 201 Washington St., Providence. (401) 351-4242, trinityrep.com.
Urban Vintage Bazaar
Shop like a college student at this sale featuring a slew of men's and women's vintage clothing and accessories, jewelry, vinyl records, housewares and furniture. Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Faunce Hall, Brown University, Corner of Waterman and Brown Sts., Providence.
Providence Bruins
The Boston Bruins might be locked out, but the P-Bruins are still playing. They take on the Worcester Sharks this weekend. Sunday at 3:05 p.m. $32 (buy one get one free offer available for Sunday tickets), Dunkin' Donuts Center, 1 LaSalle Sq., Providence. (401) 331-6700, providencebruins.com.
Newport Restaurant Week
Last call for this deal, in which nearly 50 restaurants in Newport and Bristol County offer three-course menus for $16 at lunch and $30 at dinner. Through Sunday. Visit gonewportrestaurantweek.com for a list of participants and menus.
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