FREE: First Annual Giving Zoo and Pony Rides

Kick off your holiday celebrations with a free visit to a Nativity-inspired petting zoo. A joyful experience for the young and young at heart, this family-friendly event provides an opportunity to pet and feed farm animals––such as could have attended Jesus' birth in the manger.

Pony rides, face painting, delicious baked goods and beverages, and a raffle round out the day. Friendly, fluffy animals include a donkey, goats, sheep, rabbits, an alpaca, chickens and ducks. All activities are offered at no charge.

It is also an excellent opportunity to explore and participate in the Animals and Agriculture Program from World Vision’s Gift Catalog, which provides supplemental income and vital nutrition to families in need by gifting farm animals that can provide milk, eggs and fleece.

Join the fun Saturday, December 9, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Frenchtown Church, 1359 Frenchtown Road, East Greenwich. Held rain or shine. Ample off-street parking.

Additional Christmas-themed activities include the popular annual Carol Sing at the New England Wireless & Steam Museum (NEWSM) and a candlelight Christmas eve service at Frenchtown Church.

Join your neighbors and sing along (or simply listen) to favorite Christmas tunes. Nibble on Christmas cookies while Frenchtown Church's Pastor Randy hosts a children's Christmas story time, including reading ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. The Carol Sing starts at 5:00 PM, Sunday, December 17 at the historic 1822 Meeting House on the museum's campus, 1300 Frenchtown Road, East Greenwich. Carol Sing will run for about an hour. Refreshments served.

A candlelight Christmas eve service will be held at 6:00 PM, Sunday, December 24 at Frenchtown Church, 1359 Frenchtown Road, East Greenwich. All are welcome.

More information on all three events is available at www.ChristmasAtFrenchtown.org.