25 Things to do When It's Below Zero in New England

Have a Romantic Night at The Spiced Pear in Newport 

Have that low key romantic night you and your significant other have been trying to plan. 

The Spiced Pear in Newport was rated by Travel Advisor as one of the most romantic restaurants in Newport. 

The Spiced Pear is located at 117 Memorial Blvd. 

Go Skiing or Snowboarding at Wachusett Mountain

Princeton, MA

Not everyone hates the frigid cold weather and if you are one of those people who love it, this is probably prime skiing or snowboarding conditions at Wachusett Mountain

Bounce Around at Launch Trampoline Park 

Warwick, RI

Launch Trampoline Park recently opened their new location on Bald Hill Road in Warwick. 

Whether you want to bring a group of children for the day, or sign up a group of adults for some "xtreme" dodgeball, trampoline parks can be a great change of pace and a fun way to try something new during this heat. 

Hit Twin River Casino for the Day or Night

Lincoln, RI

Just because it’s freezing outside, it doesn't mean you shouldn't try to run hot at the Casinos. Twin River is a fun place to spend the day or night, whether your game is Texas Hold 'Em poker or the slot machines. 

If your not a gambler, there are great restaurants, shows and plenty of other sites to be seen for your enjoyment. 

Catch Up on GoLocal LIVE 

Launched in February of 2017, GoLocal LIVE has done over 1,000 interviews including everyone from Governor Gina Raimondo to former New England Patriots players like Dan Koppen.

Did you miss an interview? Use this frigid weather as an opportunity to catch up. 

To see interviews that you may have missed, click here. 

Ice Skating at Worcester Common Oval 

Worcester, MA

The ice rink at Worcester Common Oval is now open for skating. 

Embrace the cold by lacing up your skates and get a couple of laps in. 

Ice skating is available through February 24 on Fridays from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m.

Hang Out at Riff Raff Bookstore and Bar 

Providence, RI

Grab a drink and a good book at Riff Raff in Providence. 

"We specialize in diverse books from independent publishers + great cocktails," says Riff Raff on their Facebook page. 

Riff Raff is located at 60 Valley Street in Providence. 

Order Pizza From Caserta's 

It's too cold to go out and eat and with your luck, you will probably be seated near the door, which would just be a miserable experience. 

Therefore, order out and have the place deliver. Caserta's Pizza always does the trick. 

However, when you open the door for the person, you may need a jacket. 

Visit Flora in Winter at Worcester Art Museum 

Worcester, MA

Leave the winter cold outside and treat yourself to color and fragrance during WAM's annual floral extravaganza when the entire Museum blooms with flower arrangements inspired by works of art.

The region's top floral designers interpret paintings, sculpture, and other works with imaginative arrangements that both dazzle and delight! Demonstrations, lectures, guided tours, and activities for children also take place throughout Flora in Winter.

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Read Ann Hood's New Book "Kitchen Yarns: Notes on Life, Love and Food"

New York Times best-selling author Ann Hood is set to release her newest book titled, "Kitchen Yarns: Notes on Life, Love and Food ." 

About the book, Amazon writes, "Hood tracks her lifelong journey in the kitchen with twenty-seven heartfelt essays, each accompanied by a recipe (or a few). In “Carbonara Quest,” searching for the perfect spaghetti helped her cope with lonely nights as a flight attendant. In the award-winning essay “The Golden Silver Palate,” she recounts the history of her fail-safe dinner party recipe for Chicken Marbella―and how it did fail her when she was falling in love. Hood’s simple, comforting recipes also include her mother’s famous meatballs, hearty Italian Beef Stew, classic Indiana Fried Chicken, the perfect grilled cheese, and a deliciously summery peach pie."

Click here to buy

Go Indoor Rock Climbing at Ocean State Rock Climbing 

Lincoln, RI

Get some exercise and stay cool at the same time. 

Rock climbing is a fun and challenging way to get some exercise without running on treadmills or running outside. 

Get a Workout in at Providence Fit Body Boot Camp

Providence, RI

Don't let this cold weather keep you from getting in shape. 

Head to Providence Fit Body Boot Camp and get in a good workout without having to worry about the heat. 

Providence Fit Body Boot Camp writes, "Discover The Providence Fitness Boot Camp That Burns Twice The Fat, Gets You Fit And Challenges Your Body Every Time."

Go Bowling at BreakTime Bowl and Bar 

Pawtucket, RI

Go bowling at BreakTime Bowl and Bar at Hope Artiste Village. 

"BreakTime is a retro 1920's themed duckpin bowling alley. Offering a nice selection of pub food and a fully stocked bar. Fun for all," writes BreakTime Bowl and Bar on their website. 

Check on Elderly Relatives/Neighbors 

This should be an obvious thing to do but it's important to check on the elderly during periods of frigid cold temperatures. 

Call them up, go visit, have a fun conversation. They will appreciate it as they are trying to survive the cold temps as well. 

Keep Pets Indoors 

This weather is no good for dogs, cats, and other pets. 

Be sure to keep them indoors as much as possible.

If and when they need to go out, be sure to get them right back in. 

Visit the Museum of Bad Art 

3 Locations in Massachusetts

The Museum of Bad Art is the only museum in the world that is dedicated to showing off bad art in all of its forms. It includes more than 600 pieces of art, but do to limited space they only show 50 to 70 pieces at a time. 

They have three locations, one at the Somerville Theatre, a second at Brookline Interactive Group and a third at the New England Wild Life Center in Weymouth. 

Admission is FREE. 

Play a Board Game 

In this day and age, board games seem a bit old school, however, they are still fun and can be very competitive. 

Break one of those board games out of the closet and get to it. Chess, Checkers, Monopoly, Risk, the list goes on. 

Good Luck! 

If You Are Traveling Around... 

If you are going to be out and about, be sure that your car is equipt with emergency equipment just in case. If it is not, load it up. 

Emergency Check List: 

Flashlight with extra batteries

Charged cellphone and automobile charger

Basic first aid kit 

Necessary medications 

Pocket knife 

Blankets or sleeping bags 

Extra clothes (including rain gear, boots, mittens, socks) 

High-calorie non-perishable foods (dried fruits, nuts, canned food) 

Manual can opener  

Container of water 

Windshield scraper and brush 

Fire extinguisher 

Shovel  Sand, road salt, or cat litter for traction

Tire chains or traction mats 

Basic tool kit (pliers, wrench, screwdriver)

Tow rope 

Battery jumper cables 

Road flares/reflectors 

Brightly colored cloth to use as a flag 

If You Must Go Out 

It is inevitable, you are going to have to go outside for something. Get the mail, take out the dog, go to the car, whatever it may be. 

When you go out, be sure to bundle up and walk fast, very fast. 

Photo courtesy of Faris/flickr

Go to a Movie at Cinemaworld in Lincoln

Lincoln, RI

Much like when it rains, the frigid cold is a great time to go see a flick. There are some great ones out, like Aquaman, The Kid Who Would be King and More. 

The benefit of going to Cinemaworld in Lincoln is if you get out of the movie and your not up to going back out into the cold, there is an arcade and restaurant just across the hall. 

Make a day of it at the movies.