He’s coming to steal Christmas. How do I know? I had a face-to-face conversation with him last Friday in the PPAC lobby. He sat on his throne and pontificated to me about why he … more

The weekend after Halloween always hits differently in The Ocean State. For three days, the Amica Mutual Pavilion and Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence both become a hub for fandom of … more

Surely Hillary Gillinder holds the record for fostering, not that anyone has an official count. She has personally fostered 225 “kids.” Hillary doesn’t have any children of her … more

As a member of the American Society of Arms Collectors (ASAC), we have two meetings a year across the country. It can be tough with a busy work schedule to make all the meetings, and I hadn’t … more

Annual flu shots may not be a tradition many people look forward to, but such vaccinations are highly effective at reducing the risk of influenza-related illness. The Centers for Disease Control and … more

No matter how you like to move – riding your bike, kneeling in your garden, chasing after your grandchildren – living a life in motion is important to all of us. That’s why the … more

The two most important plans for a great retirement are a robust 401k and robust accrued health. You don’t want to be arthritic and bed-bound when you retire; you want to travel the world with … more

When it comes to being a professional musician, versatility is key. You have to know how to play a ton of different songs while spanning numerous styles along with your own original material. … more