NEW: Providence Schools Closed on Monday, February 9
Monday, February 09, 2015
GoLocalProv News Team
With yet another significant snowstorm expected to hit the region early this week, the City of Providence has announced that all schools are closed on Monday, February 9. Pawtucket has also cancelled classes on Monday.
According to the National Weather Service, most of Rhode Island is expected to receive an additional 4-8 inches of snow on Sunday night, with a further accumulation of 3-5 inches on Monday.
Related Slideshow: Rhode Island’s Best Hills for Sledding
This week's snow left us with super drifts and piles of snow all over Rhode Island.
Which means it's time to pull out the sleds, toboggans and tubes, Rhode Island! Here are locals' favorite go-to spots. Let us know what yours are!
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Moses Brown
Providence
Moses Brown's campus, on Lloyd Avenue in Providence, has been an East Side winter fun mainstay for years and years. While Moses Brown used to have two great hills, the recently installed softball field has reduced sledding real estate, but there is still opportunity for families to enjoy a fun day out in the snow.
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RI Country Club
Barrington
Locals love the golf course at the RI Country Club, near Washington Street, which may be called "Suicide Hill" but is very family oriented, and a great thrill for young kids.
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Roger Williams Park
Providence
There are several hills of varying size to choose from, including a popular spot near the Temple to Music. This is a very popular spot that people from all over Rhode Island flock to for the downhill thrill.
Photo: Tim Pierce
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Salter Grove Park
Warwick
This popular West Bay sledding destination off of Narragansett Avenue is a picturesque small park with a great downhill slope.
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Silver Spring Golf Course
Riverside
This East Bay location on Pawtucket Avenue is popular for kids of all ages who enjoy sledding and tubing.
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Jenks Park
Central Falls
Jenks Park, off of Broad St, is a popular spot for sledding in Rhode Island's smallest city. Enjoy the slopes near the historic Cogswell Tower and sliding down "Dexter's Ledge."
Photo: Flickr/Steven Depolo
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St. George's School
Middletown
The slopes at St George's School on Purgatory Road in Middletown boast an awesome view while you enjoy the snow.
Photo: Flickr/Skippy
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Daggett Ave Ball Field
Pawtucket
There are three slopes behind the ball fields on Daggett Avenue that offer something for everyone at this popular downhill spot.
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Lincoln Woods
Lincoln
Located between Routes 146 and routes 123, Lincoln Woods has hills of varying degrees of heights and difficulty, making a fun spot for the experienced and the novice snow enthusiast.
Photo: Flickr/Mark Seton
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India Point Park
Providence
India Point Park, off of Gano St and near Wickenden Street offers sledding for people who fear hitting trees because, well, there's no trees to hit.
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Neutaconkanut Hill
Providence
In addition to popular sledding slopes near the bottom of the hill, snowshoeing and cross country skiing are offered at this legendary Providence slope.
Photo: Flickr/Red Rose Exile
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Dunes on Division St
West Greenwich
East and West Greenwich locals know the drive is worth it for these awesome slopes. The sand dunes on Division Street are popular for off roading and ATV use in the summer, too.
Photo: Flickr/Red Rose Exile
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Burr's Hill Park
Warren
Snow lovers on the East Bay flock to Burr's Hill Park on Water Street, south of Warren Town Beach for downhill thrills.
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Bain Middle School
Cranston
The hills behind Bain Middle School on Cranston St. are a hot spot for Cranston and area families for sledding and tubing.
Photo: Flickr/Tim and Julie Wilson
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Memorial Park
Johnston
The hills behind the softball fields at Johnston Memorial Park are popular for residents with families, as well as teens and anyone looking for some fun in the snow.
Photo: Flickr/Anthony J
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