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Big Chill Weekend

Our 2012 Big Chill Weekend, which was held February 10–12, raised $62,000 for student scholarships. Thanks to Big Chill Honorary Chair Laurie White, committee members, and all those who worked so make our 2012 weekend such a success.

See photos from Friday night events in Newport, Providence, and Narragansett, and from Saturday evening at Rosecliff.


2012 BIG CHILL WEEKEND EVENTS

Friday Evening, February 10, 2012

Spirit Tastings in Providence, Newport, and Narragansett
Choose a venue and sample an array of delicious food and beverages. Buy your raffle tickets to support student scholarships.

AspireAspire Restaurant
Providence, RI
6–8 p.m.
Three martinis along
with passed hors d'oeuvres

 


Bowens22 Bowen's Wine Bar and Grille
Newport, RI
6–8 p.m.
Three varieties of Scotch accompanied by
smoked meats, chutneys, fruit, chocolate,
and coffee accents.



Narragansett GrilleNarragansett Grill
Narragansett, RI
6–8 p.m.
Featuring five Peak Organic beers
paired with light fare


Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day

Basketball11:30 a.m. Pre-game clinic, open to both boys and girls, Mackal Field House, Kingston.

1 p.m. Complimentary pre-game luncheon hosted by the Reverend Lynn Baker-Dooley, Ryan Center, Kingston. To register contact, Sarah Lobdell at

401-874-2438. 

 

2 p.m. Women's basketball: URI vs. La Salle, Ryan Center, Kingston. Tickets are complimentary. Don't miss your opportunity to support URI's Annual Pink Out Game! For more information, or to purchase a t-shirt, click here.

 

Saturday Evening, February 11, 2012, 6 p.m.
Blue Tie Wine Pairing Dinner and Auction at Rosecliff Mansion in Newport

RosecliffThe weekend's premier event features an exquisite five-course dinner and dessert menu by Russell Morin Fine Catering paired with wines from Bellevue Wine & Spirits. See menu (PDF). Included in the evening activities will be a silent auction to benefit URI scholarships.

Attire: Black tie suggested

 

Sunday, February 12, 2012
Enjoy the day exploring the area

Newport BridgeSo much to do in South County and throughout the state. For a listing of "things to do," go to the Visit Rhode Island website.


ACCOMMODATIONS

The Hyatt Regency Newport has reserved a block of rooms for February 10 and 11 at the discounted rate of $99 for a single/double, $124 for a triple, and $149 for a quad (plus tax). This block includes complimentary parking and resort fee, which is a $20 savings. The reservation deadline is January 10. Please note that there are a limited number of rooms available at the discounted rate. To make your reservation, call 888-421-1442 and reference “Big Chill.”

 

If you have a disability and need an accommodation, please call 401.874.2242 at least three business days in advance. For TTY assistance, please call the R.I.Relay Service at 1.800.745.5555.

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 




2012 BIG CHILL COMMITTEE

Honorary Chair: Laureen L. White ’81,
President, Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce

Committee Members
Denise Coppa '72, Ph.D. '02
David Dubinsky '79
Kathleen Duffy '80
Gail Frechette '72
Todd Kenney '04
Gary Kullberg '63
Jill Mainelli '64
Brittany Manseau '08
Kelly Nevins '90, M '02
Deborah O'Brien '85, M '96
Jack Parente '85
Jeffrey Ross '75

 

 

For more information about Big Chill Weekend, please contact:

Gina Simonelli, Assistant Director
Alumni Relations
Alumni Center
73 Upper College Road
Kingston, RI 02881
Phone: 401-874-5808
Fax: 401-874-5957
Email: gsimonelli@advance.uri.edu