The History on this Popular Song Sung on New Year's Eve: Auld Lang Syne

Since I am of SCOTTISH decent, I felt compelled to include this in my Blog. See attached site for a longer read.........
http://www.electricscotland.com/history/articles/langsyne.htm

The first record of the present well-known song is in Robert Burns’ letter to his friend Mrs Dunlop, dated December 17, 1788, wherein he enclosed her a copy of the verse; saying, "There is an old song and tune which has often thrilled through my soul," and he apostrophised it in these words, "Light lie the turf on the breast of the heaven-inspired poet who composed this glorious fragment!" Five years afterwards—letter, September, 1793—he sent a copy of the song to George Thomson, who then was projecting the issue of a collection of Scottish songs, with music, with a note that the air was mediocre, but that the song he sent was a song of the olden time, which never was in print, nor even in manuscript, until he took it down from an old man singing,—adding that the poetry was enough to recommend any air.

New England Patriots Deion Branch and Patrick Pass to host the 2011 World Party New Years Eve Black and White Masquerade Ball

World Party Entertainment announced today that New England Patriots’ Deion Branch & Patrick Pass will host the World Party New Years Eve Black and White Masquerade Ball at the the Rhode Island Convention Center in Downtown Providence on December 31, 2010, with special guest appearances from Kevin Faulk, David Givens, and Jermaine Wiggins. The event will also feature Rhode Island’s own Buddy Cianci with the final countdown and midnight toast.

“This event will be spectacular,” said Anthony Gemma, president, Mediapeel, the official marketing sponsor of the event. “With Deion Branch and Patrick Pass hosting the event, everyone is sure to have a great time,” he continued.

Don’t miss Rhode Islands’ version of the Times Square Celebration - right here in Providence. Get your tickets now at World Party.com or by visiting the Dunkin Donuts Center Box Office. Hotel accommodations are available. For more information, visit www.worldparty2011.com. A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the “Free Your Mind Foundation.”

For questions or for more information, please contact event chairman Robert Cappuccilli at 401-465-2504.

NEW YEAR Countdown Around the World

See Site below:
http://www.timeanddate.com/counters/multicountdowna.html

Countdown CLOCK to New Years

Hi everyone,
check out this Site for your countdown clock anywhere in the World...

http://www.timeanddate.com/counters/newyear.html

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ACS Daffodil Days Program

Daffodil Days
Date: Jan 1, 2011 to Mar 1, 2011
Description:
You can give hope to people facing cancer and save lives by supporting the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days program. The Daffodil Days program is your chance to fight back against cancer by raising funds and awareness to help beat the disease. While the Daffodil Days program involves offering daffodils every spring to donors in appreciation for their contributions, it is about more than just giving beautiful flowers — it is everyone’s opportunity to create a world with less cancer and more birthdays, where cancer never steals another year from anyone’s life.The dollars you raise through the Daffodil Days program do make a difference. Your support allows the American Cancer Society to save lives and create a world with more birthdays by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures, and by fighting back against cancer.

If you would like to become a Daffodil Days coordinator, order daffodils, or learn more about the American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days campaign please contact: Samantha Pittman at 401.243.2628
Cost: Varies

Location:
American Cancer Society
931 Jefferson Blvd,
Suite 3004
Warwick, RI

For more information:
American Cancer Society
Telephone: 401-243-2628
Contact name: Samantha PittmanContact
email: Samantha.Pittman@cancer.org
Website: http://www.cancer.org

MRS. Rhode Island Pageant

Registration is now open for the 2011 Mrs. Rhode island America Pageant. Check our website for more details. www.mrsriamerica.com

Newport, R.I. Sunset today

photo: James Clayton Sattel

Sunset today in Newport, R.I.

(photo compliments of:

James Clayton Sattel)

Rhode Island PENGUIN PLUNGES

January 1st is that time again for The New Year's Day Plunge.
It's when Rhode Islanders take a dip in the cold waters in the Southern part of the State, particularly at State beaches all for a good cause.
See below for scheduled Plunges should you feel so inclined. And even if you dont plunge, being there is half the Fun! Video attached of last year's plunge in Jamestown just to give you an idea of what some people will do to support what they believe in!
http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoZQ_8xsW0I

•Galilee: The 20th annual Bucks for Scups swim, to benefit the Point Judith Fisherman Scholarship Fund, begins at noon at Salty Brine Beach, off Sand Hill Cove. Donations of $20 are suggested.

•Jamestown: The 35rd annual Penguin Plunge will once again raise money for Special Olympics Rhode Island with a swim that begins at noon at Mackerel Cove.

•Little Compton: The Penguin Plunge at South Shore Beach, off South Shore Road, begins at noon, with registration at 11 a.m. Swimmers pay $10 to participate. The event benefits the youth activities council of the Little Compton Community Center

•Matunuck: The 12th annual Dip for Multiple Sclerosis will be hosted by the Joyce Family Pub, off Matunuck Beach Road, which opens at 9 a.m., with the swim taking place at noon.

•Narragansett: The Pier Plunge at Narragansett Town Beach will benefit The Jonnycake Center and Lions Club charities. Registration begins at 10 a.m. at the Canonchet Pavilion/North Beach Clubhouse, with the swim taking place at noon. The fee is $20.

•Newport: The Newport Polar Bears will hold their 32th annual plunge at noon at Easton’s Beach for: A Wish Come True foundation

*Warwick: The Seawall Splash takes place at Oakland Beach at noon to benefit The Carousel Foundation, which will enable the foundation to continue having wooden horses hand-carved for the carousel.

•Westerly: The 5rd annual Freezin’ for a Reason Penguin Plunge at Misquamicut Beach takes place at noon, following an 11:30 March of the Penguins costume parade. Registration is at 11 a.m. at the Andrea Hotel, 89 Atlantic Ave. The event benefits the WARM Center (Westerly Area Rest Meals).

Wednesday, December 29th, NARRAGANSEET BEER is Celebrating their 120 Year Anniversary. 5 Bands, Gansett Girls, $10 Cover all at The Met in Pawtucket! Check Site below for more info: http://www.narragansettbeer.com/2010/11/narragansett-beers-120th-anniversary

Looking for something to do today? Please check out the Link below: http://www.christmasinnewport.org/candlelite.htm
The Candlelight House Tours for Tuesday Dec. 28th are on. The houses that were listed for the day are scheduled to be open (see the web page for listings). They have added an additional house from the cancelled days at: 209 Spring St. so be sure to catch that one also.

I am a woman in progress. I try to make each day better and more productive than the last. I don't believe in regret or revenge and I completely believe in "true love".

BEST places to Go SLEDDING:
GoLocalProv Lifestyle RI’s Best Sledding Hills www.golocalprov.com

A Site with some more New Years Eve Celebrations happening:
http://tonightinri.com/specialevents#events-12-31

POST Snow Snow 2010: Here's a handy dandy link to the ProJo site where they have a webcam photo of all the major road conditions in real time for you to check out before you head into the City!

Rhode Island, Providence, news, sports, entertainment, ads projo.com The Providence Journal www.projo.com

New England Patriots Deion Branch and Patrick Pass to host the 2011 World Party New Years Eve Black and White Masquerade Ball

HERE IT COMES RHODE ISLAND:National Weather Service Says Travel After 4:00PM Today Will Be Near Impossible. All RI residents to “Please stay off the highways after 4:00PM. Driving conditions will be near impossible due to the high winds/rapid accumulation of SNOW. Parking bans will be in effect for most communities. Monday morning commute will take place during Blizzard Conditions.

There are three stages of a man’s life:
He believes in Santa Claus.
He doesn’t believe in Santa Claus.
He is Santa Claus. ~Author Unknown

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