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Your guide for life in East Greenwich today, Dec. 15.

Newtown sorrow: My heart goes out to those whose lives have been altered forever by the events yesterday in Newtown, Conn. It is sad beyond reason. Sharing Locker: Non-food pantry to assist people in meeting their basic needs for living, to increase their quality of life, and to fill the gap for those who are struggling. Provisions offered include: all-purpose cleaners, dish detergent, hand soap, laundry detergent, SOS pads, deodorant, body lotion, razors, facial tissue, paper towels, toilet paper, and dry pet food for dogs and cats. At Westminster Unitarian Church from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Story Hour with 2 Local Authors: Symposium Books features two local children’s book authors today. Collen Kelly Mellor, author of "Grandpa and the Truck…

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The Story of Christmas Brought to Life

The East Greenwich United Methodist Church put on their annual "Living Nativity" for the season.

On a cool night in East Greenwich one could hear the crackling of a fire and the rustling of animals around the United Methodist Church. Scenes set up as in biblical times scattered the parking lot. Tours following the "story of Christmas" were seen going on throughout the night. One could see, feel, smell, and hear the stories of this living nativity.    Last year rain cancelled the Living Nativity event at the East Greenwich United Methodist Church, but this year about 200 people came to take the nativity tours.  Carol Reale, Pastor of Christian Education said, "Many people are involved in setting the event up." She said the worship ministry team, education ministry team, and fellowship ministry team all work together to put the pieces …

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