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Helping veterans
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Ocean State Job Lot is holding its annual “Buy, Give, Get” coat donation program to benefit veterans in need. Between now and Jan. 3, any customer who buys a warm coat at a Job Lot location for $40 and gives it back to the store as a donation to a veteran in need will receive a $40 gift card. Approximately 55,000 winter coats will be available for purchase during the coat drive.
Having a ball
A Winter Ball supporting the South Kingstown Animal Shelter will take place on Friday, Dec. 22, from 6-10 p.m. at Pump House Music Works, 1464 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown. The event will feature music and dancing, hors d’oeuvres, food and cocktails. Proceeds will benefit the animal shelter. Tickets cost $30 for individuals and $50 for couples. For more information, visit Eventbrite.com.
Swim for a cause
The 20th annual A Wish Come True Polar Plunge will be held on Monday, Jan. 1, at noon at Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport. Participants will take a cold swim in the ocean waters for a cause. Funds raised from this event will help the organization grant wishes to children ages 3-18 who are battling life-threatening illnesses. Teams and individuals can participate in the event. Registration starts at $40. For more information, visit A Wish Come True’s website.
