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WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY D i s c ove r We ddi n g s

RESTAURANTS OF RHODE ISLAND D i s c ove r Re sta u ra nt s

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to Discover in Rhode Island COASTAL QUEEN NARRATED MIMOSA CRUISE Start your day in Newport on a ninety minute, narrated lighthouse tour of magnificent Newport Harbor. Enjoy beautiful views of Rose Island Lighthouse, Castle Hill Light, Goat Island Lighthouse and more, all while sipping a complimentary mimosa.‍ Dates: June 27, 2021 September 5, 2021 Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Location: Coastal Queen Cruises Address: 5 Bowen's Landing, Bowen's Wharf, Newport, RI 02840 Phone: (401) 423-9900 Time: 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM Price: Adults $30; Senior $28, Military $28; Child (age 5 -12) $26; young child (under age 4) $10

GREEN ANIMALS TO HOST DAVID ROGERS’ BIG BUGS Green Animals Topiary Garden will be buzzing this summer when David Rogers’ Big Bugstakes over!

Even the famous green giraffe will be looking up at some of these gargantuan visitors! Showcasing pollinators and other bugs on a massive scale, the David Rogers’ Big Bugs exhibition includes a 10-foot-tall Daddy Long Legs weighing 600 pounds, an 18-footlong Praying Mantis weighing 1,200 pounds, a 10-foot-long Damselfly and an array of other massive creatures – nine total – placed in various locations around Green Animals. There will also be a

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colossal butterfly with a 5-foot wingspan in The Breakers Welcome Center. Admission to David Rogers’ Big Bugs is included with the Preservation Society’s Stroll the Gardens & Grounds ticket, which includes two other properties and allows visitors to picnic on the grounds. Stroll the Gardens & Grounds tickets are $18 per adult and $8 per youth (ages 6-17).

Go to www.NewportMansions. org for more information and to purchase tickets. ALL PHOTOS ARE CREDITED TO DAVID ROGERS Dates: June 25, 2021 October 3, 2021 Recurrence: Recurring daily Location: Green Animals Topiary Garden Address: 380 Cory's Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871 Price: $8-$18

OCEAN HOUSE SIPPING TERRACE

Just in time for summer, the iconic Forbes Triple Five-Star Ocean House on the scenic Rhode Island shore will unveil the next wave of its renowned seasonal culinary pop-up series with the introduction of the Sipping Terrace. In partnership with gin distiller Sipsmith, one of Rolling Stone Magazine’s “best gin brands to try right now,” the Sipping Terrace will feature epicurean delights and cocktails for afternoon tea and dinner parties of up to six people, allowing for intimate, socially distanced soirées.

Reminiscent of an afternoon in the English countryside, a collection of greenhouses will stand between lime and lemon trees alongside the resort’s putting green lawn, an ideal spot to view Watch Hill’s spectacular summer sunsets. Inside each greenhouse, guests will gather

around a bistro table set with vibrant fine china. Offering a modern interpretation on traditional tea fare, afternoon tea will feature savory tea sandwiches accompanied by classic afternoon tea scones served with Devonshire cream, lemon curd, and preserves. For dinner, guests will enjoy a delicious and creative three-course upscale menu including compressed watermelon and fennel salad with goat cheese and a flavorful main course including scallops, roasted chicken, garlic escargot, and memorable side dishes, served family-style. Officially beginning on Thursday, June 3, afternoon tea is at 3:00 pm, and dinner seatings start at 5:30 pm.

Presented By: Ocean House Management Collection Dates: June 3, 2021 - October 10, 2021 Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Location: Ocean House Address: 1 Bluff Avenue, Watch Hill, Westerly, RI 02891 Time: 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM Price: For tea: $260 for up to four (4) people and $390 for up to six (6) people (plus tax and service charge), For supper: $500 for up to four (4) people and $750 for up to six (6) people (plus tax and service charge)

TEA AND SCONES

Get outside with some friends on one of Blithewold’s porches, for a cup of hot tea or iced tea, and freshly baked scones with clotted cream. Catch-up while enjoying a beautiful view of the Bay and Blithewold’s gardens. Come out, sit down, relax, and enjoy the moment.

Presented By: https://www.blithewold. org/event/e-lecture/ Dates: May 20, 2021 - October 16, 2021 Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Location: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum Address: 101 Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 Phone: (401) 253-2707 Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Price: $15 Members, $25 Nonmembers

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R.K. BENTLEY Ten years after the last war, Melinda Scott discovers something in deep space and is dragged back into a world her family was banished from.

Now with Necromancers to her left, Liches to her right and humanity in the middle it’s up to her to figure out why someone is trying to kill her.

Where Weavers Daire is the first book in a new rip-roaring space opera series in the same vein as Babylon 5, Firefly, Farscape and Star Wars!

R. K. Bentley was raised in New England on a steady diet of 80's Cartoons, Tom Baker Doctor Who, Babylon 5, Star Trek, Star Wars, Buffy: The Vampire Slayer, comics books & movies. When not writing he enjoys traveling, digital photography and reading his towering pile of to-be-read books. He is member of the Association of Rhode Island Authors as well as their Social Media Director.

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Where Weavers Daire can be found locally at these Rhode Island bookstores: Charter Books, Newport, RI Stillwater Books, Pawtucket, RI Inkfish Books, Wakefield, RI Books on the Square, Providence, RI Barrington Books, Barrington, RI

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THE LOCAL BAGEL SHOP That has people lining up down the street!

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I waited thirty plus minutes

for bagels yesterday and you know what?

I’m not mad about it.

Far from it.

We happened to be in Bristol to pick up a 25 pound box

of peaches (more about that

later this week) and ended up

scoping out all the red, white

and blue decorations folks had

put up in anticipation of today’s festivities.

And that’s when I spotted all the people standing on line outside of what I later found out was

Bristol Bagel Works on Hope Street.

Ultimately I did what any good lifestyle or food blogger or

curious RI’er would, grabbing

a spot in that flipping line, so I

could see what all the fuss was about.

When I finally got closer to the front of the line and stepped

inside the cafe, I was pleasantly surprised to be greeted

immediately by the smell of

freshly made bagels. (When you get to the counter to place your order, at that point, that’s when and where you can see the

bagels being made in real time in the back room.)

The whole time I was waiting, I

was also eavesdropping on the group in front of me who were deep in conversation about

which bagels and topping they were going to order.

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Turned out there are over

classic schmear (aka, plain

from including: Plain, Poppy,

Nutella.

15 different kinds to choose Sesame, Works, Spinach,

Cinnamon Raisin, Cinnamon Sugar, Onion, Garlic,

Cranberry Walnut, Cheddar

cream cheese) to hummus or

They’ll also whip up a bagel sandwich for ya too.

Broccoli, Blueberry, Salt, Multi

There’s some indoor seating,

Cheese.

mostly a carryout or to-go type

Grain and 4 varities of Asiago

And don’t even get me

but I noticed yesterday that it’s situation.

started about the spreads

You can also call in an order to

can get everything from the

which is a marvelous way to

or toppings. It’s crazy! You

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this family owned and run biz,

avoid the line.

As always, if you motor over for

We walked out with a bag

let them know you found out

containing one of almost every bagel they had available on Sunday.

🥯’s after reading this, please

about them here via Patty J and PattyJ.com.

I have since eaten 2.5 and can

say with absolute certainty that they are indeed excellent.

*Bristol Bagel Works is located at 420 Hope Street in Bristol, Rhode Island.

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RESTAURANTS OF RHODE ISLAND Your go-to guide for the best restaurants in Rhode Island.

From warm comfort food to healthy alternative, fresh catches from the sea or a brand new hot spot, there is so much to choose from.

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THE DINING ROOM AT CASTLE HILL INN Address: 590 Ocean Ave Newport, RI 02840 Phone: (401) 849-3885

GRACIE'S Address: 194 Washington Street Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 272-7811

THE CAPITAL GRILLE - PROVIDENCE Address: 10 Memorial Blvd.

Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 521-5600

WATERMAN GRILLE Address: 392 Waterman St. Providence, RI 02906 Phone: (401) 521-9229

PLANT CITY Address: 334 South Water St. Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 429-2029

OSTERIA TOSCANA Address: 1571 Atwood Avenue Johnston, RI 02919 Phone: (401) 519-9100

MILL’S TAVERN $$$ 101 N Main St Providence Seafood, Steakhouses, Salad

437-6950

ROSALINA Address: 50 Aborn St Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 270-7330

BETTOLA Address: 44 Rolfe Square Cranston, RI 02910 Phone: (401) 522-5222

RED STRIPE $$ 465 Angell St Providence Bruch, Steakhouses

437-6950

NASTURTIUM Address: 15 Roger Williams Ave Rumford, RI 02916 Phone: (401) 434-0980

BOUCHARD RESTAURANT AND INN Address: 505 Thames St. Newport, RI 02840 Phone: (401) 846-0123

CAMP NOWHERE Address: 1838 Smith St North Providence, RI 02911 Phone: (401) 349-5223

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PARKSIDE ROTISSERIE & BAR Address: 76 South Main Street Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 331-0003

TERRAZZA Address: 645 Douglas Pike Smithfield, RI 02917 Phone: (401) 233-3223

BRIX RESTAURANT Address: 909 E Main Rd Middletown, RI 02842 Phone: (401) 848-5161 ext. 2

TWOTEN OYSTER BAR & GRILL Address: 210 Salt Pond Road Wakefield, RI 02879 Phone: (401) 782-0100

PANE E VINO PROVIDENCE Address: 365 Atwells Avenue Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401) 223-2230

ELIZABETH OF PORTOFINO'S Address: 897 Post Road Warwick, RI 02888 Phone: (401) 461-8920

SIENA - EAST GREENWICH Address: 5600 Post Road East Greenwich, RI 02818 Phone: (401) 885-8850

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5 SMALL-BUSINESS-FRIENDLY WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE Just how robust is your online presence?

media profiles, and any other sites you use

Are there plenty of channels that lead

to share your products or branding, like an

possible customers right to your website?

Amazon product listing or a Medium blog.

Or are you “making do” with a basic Facebook page and a website that looks

Put simply — your online presence is how

like it hasn’t been updated since hit

you show up on the internet.

counters were all the rage?

While this may seem too broad to

“Online presence” is a blanket term for

approach, an improvement in your overall

both how easy it is to find your products

online presence can help

and services online,

you find more leads, improve your

and how you present your brand. This

connection with your audience, and earn

includes any owned platforms like your

more sales. A rising tide lifts all boats! By

website, your social

working on some of these core tactics, you

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can improve your visibility across the entire internet.

1. Improve Your Page Speed Site speed has always been an important ranking factor for websites. But with Google’s new Core Web Vitals rolling out later this year, it’s going to be more important than ever. These ranking factors make up the “page experience,” and they’ll be getting more weight than before. The speed measurement is called Largest Contentful Paint (LCP). This metric refers to how long it takes a page to load. You can check an individual page on Google’s PageSpeed Insights tool, or go to your Google Search Console to see a list of your website’s URLs to see which are loading too slowly. Fixing slow loading times could be as simple as switching to a faster web host, or it could require re-uploading smaller images. Whatever the solution, focus on speed to improve your site’s performance and overall search engine rankings.

2. Get Listed on the Right Web Directories We tend to focus on Google My Business as the place to create an online listing for your business. But GMB isn’t the only

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game in town. And if you don’t have a brick and mortar store, GMB isn’t even an option for you. Instead, look for other online directories where you can create a profile or listing. Start local. Does your city or county have a chamber of commerce with an online directory? That could be a good source of local leads.

Physical stores can also get into big online directories like Yellow Pages, Bing Places, and Foursquare. Then there are the specialty directories. Angie’s List for home improvement projects. Realtor.com for real estate. Justia for legal services.

These directories can be a unique source of leads, getting you new web traffic and possible inquiries from the non-Googleobsessed.

3. Create Consistent Content Wherever you’re showing up, show up consistently. Whether that’s a blog on your website, a Facebook page, a podcast, or a YouTube channel, regular updates are key.

Each of these marketing channels will be someone’s very first introduction to your brand. If a potential lead first finds you on Instagram and you haven’t updated your feed in a year, why would they click on the link in your profile to learn more about your

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business? They may assume that you’re no longer in business, or that you’re inconsistent. Either way, they’ll go find another company to do business with.

You have to “check the traps” wherever you set them, to make sure that each marketing platform is doing its job and bringing in leads.

4. Marry PPC and SEO Pay per click advertising (PPC) and organic search engine optimization (SEO) are sometimes viewed as either/ or tactics. “Right now we’re focused on PPC, but next quarter we’ll work more on our SEO…” Really, they’re two different paths to the same result — more qualified leads. While PPC campaigns can lead to a rapid increase in clicks, those improvements will only last as long as you continue your ad spend. SEO, on the other hand, isn’t tied to any sort of cost per click. While the results are usually slow, they can also last for months or even years.

If your brand shows up as both a paid ad and an organic result for a keyword on the front page, you’ve doubled your real estate and increased the chances that the searcher will end up on your

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site. Think of PPC as a vitamin B-12 shot, and SEO as a lifestyle rich in exercise and leafy greens. The shot will give you a quick boost, but a dedication to fitness will keep you energized and healthy in the long run.

5. Show Up Where Your Competitors Are Where’s the party, and why aren’t you there? Social media algorithms are always trying to promote more content that users may like. If someone follows your competitor, it’s very likely that your profile will also show up as a similar account they might be interested in.

But you have to be there! Do a Google search for some of your top competitors to see what profiles they have. If you don’t have an account on those sites, Davey Mars owns Luminagency Digital Marketing and helps small businesses manage and improve their advertising ROI. This article originally appeared on the Luminagency blog.

make sure to get one.

What's Next?

Building an online presence is a process, not a task. Each of these strategies will take time and consistency to be effective.

As these elements work together to increase your online visibility, you’ll start to see an increase in web traffic. Then

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it’s up to you to turn those leads into customers!

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GET OUT AND SHOP SMALL THIS SUMMER! Summer is all about getting out and enjoying all that this beautiful Ocean State has to offer!

When you're out shopping this summer, why not shop small and support local business.

CHEPACHET VILLAGE This historic village is just perfect for a summer day trip!

Here are some of the local shops that you can find and support in Chepachet Village: The Town Trader Brown & Hopkins Country Store The Old Post Office Antiques Old Stone Mill Antiques & Treasures Sideways Down Antiques & Gallery Trish Hampton Pet Boutique Lightning Ridge Farm Mapleville Farm

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BLOCK ISLAND All too often we forget about the lovely islands that we are surrounded by. Be it Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket or Block Island, these places all have small business of their own that would love your support!

Also, could you pick a more perfect getaway spot on a warm and sunny summer day?

Here are some shopping options available on Block Island: Company

shopping stops you will make.

Hop on a ferry and head on over to Block Island for some much needed retail therapy and fun in the sun this summer!

Diamondblue Surf Shop The Salty Dog Island Bound Bookstore Blvck Market Islandog Island Mist North Light Fibers Block Island has some great dining options for you to enjoy in between all of the fun

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Here are some lovely small shops that you can find while exploring Wickford Village: Eclectic Bungalow Yes! Gallery The Wickford Collection The ImPressed Olive Beauty and The Bath The Mermaid's Purl Yarn Shop Different Drummer Serendipity Canvasworks+ Green River Silver Co. Gold Lady Jewelers

WICKFORD VILLAGE Wickford was formerly a fishing village that now boasts lovely shops and eateries all along a beautiful waterfront! Support all of the lovely small shops that Wickford Village has to offer all while soaking the splendor of the Rhode Island water front.

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To add even more fun to your day, fun attractions are also available such as a historical walking tour, horse and carriage rides as well as fishing trips!

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THE 2021 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L After the successful launch of

it comes to its off-road capabilities,

the 2021 Grand Cherokee L,

impressive technology and well-

Jeep continues its 5th generation

balanced trim lineup.

lineup with the newer and bolder 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L,

Some of the main assets of this 7

showing the promise of significant

passenger SUV include its longer

improvements on the horizon, when

wheelbase, ability to carry more

compared to the older wheelbase

passengers and independent front

and powertrain. While sources

and rear multi-link suspension

show that there will not be too many

ensuring a smoother ride. Opting

changes added to the 2021 version,

for the more expensive trim options

the 3 row SUV is definitely seen

will give you the edge in terms of

as an important contender when

performance as well as luxury, with

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such additions as a 950-watt, 19-speaker

the Laredo L compared to the Grand

McIntosh audio system which acts as a

Cherokee Laredo, and up to $5,000

more powerful replacement for the old

between the two Summit trims.

Harman Kardon system.

What’s new in store for the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L?

It’s worth taking a closer look at the powertrain.

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

One of the main assets of the new 2021

boasts an impressive powertrain that

The new Grand Cherokee L is not all

makes it easier to carry or tow a large

that different from the 2021 model,

load consistently, as well as ensuring a

but there are a few important changes

balanced performance and good fuel

that we need to talk about. First of all,

economy on the highway. The standard

it’s worth mentioning that the design

Jeep Grand Cherokee L models are

transition of the two-row Cherokee to

powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine that has

the three-row Cherokee L in 2021 has

been deemed reliable since the 2022

been further refined so that the exterior

versions’ predecessors and continues

looks bolder and more imposing, while

to be used today. Included is also an

the wheelbase will also be visibly

available 5.7-liter V8 engine which can

longer when compared to the regular

deliver an impressive towing capacity of

two-row Grand Cherokee launched

7,200 lbs for the new Jeep model.

for the 2022 market. That has a strong

With the Selec-Terrain® Traction

impact on the interior, as the new Grand

Management system, you can be sure that

Cherokee L boasts nearly 40 inches of legroom for the 2nd row seats, multiple seating configurations (for both 6 and 7-passenger layouts) and cozy seating options for your children in the 3rd row.

Despite the more appealing body, the added third row and the fact that 4x4 is offered at least as an option for all trim levels, the new Grand Cherokee L is not much more expensive than its predecessor. The difference in pricing can range between about $3,000 for

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all the raw power produced by the Grand

and options of the 2022 Jeep Grand

Cherokee will be channeled accurately

Cherokee L. This trim will continue to focus

according to your personal preference.

on comfort with such additions as leather-

You can easily choose between the Auto,

trimmed seats, heated front and second

Sport, Rock, Snow or Mud/Sand modes

row seats and a heated steering wheel.

by simply flipping a switch. In terms of fuel economy, the 2022 Jeep Grand

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The new Grand Cherokee L

Cherokee L is expected to perform very

Overland focuses a great deal on power,

well, with experts estimating that it will at

off-road capabilities and practical

least get close to the 2021 version’s 26

performance. Air suspensions, heated and

mpg on the highway. While SRT models

ventilated front seats and a sunroof will

for the Grand Cherokee L are expected

likely continue to be among the Overland’s

to add a boost in performance, there

signature features.

are also rumors that the Trackhawk’s supercharged V8 could also end up

•

powering the higher end versions of the

Cherokee L Summit trim can provide you

Grand Cherokee or Grand Cherokee

with a great blend of advanced technology

L for the future. Finally, Jeep is also

and comfort. Driving this model will be

expected to introduce a plug-in hybrid

made easy and relaxing with parallel park

4xe model that will enter production by

assist, power adjustable front seats, as well

the end of the year.

as memory and massage options.

Let’s focus on the trim options for the

We need to consider the technology and

•

In terms of its interior and infotainment

2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

The Grand Cherokee L Laredo

For added luxury, the 2022 Grand

safety of the new Grand Cherokee L.

trim is the cheapest of the lineup, but

system, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee

it still comes with a set of balanced

L seems to follow a similar pattern as its

features. It is expected to keep many

predecessors, although a few changes and

of the 2021 version’s standard features

improvements are also in the forecast. The

like adaptive cruise control, U-Connect 5

new 2022 Grand Cherokee L is all about

and the 8.4-inch touchscreen.

providing the perfect blend between safety, connectivity, comfort and convenience.

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With the Grand Cherokee L

Limited, you can go a little farther

The Uconnect 5 infotainment system

exploring the more advanced features

is provided with an available 10.1-inch

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touchscreen and connectivity options like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard features on all trims. As a family SUV, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L not only excels through modern, highly refined interior finishes that will put your children at ease, but also through practical tech features such as the interior rear monitoring camera which provides you with HD images of what’s going on in the back.

Great safety features are mandatory on any cool Jeep designed for the entire family, and the 2022 Grand Cherokee excels in this regard as well. Standard features on most trims will introduce adaptive cruise control, fullspeed collision warning featuring pedestrian and cyclist detection, as well as active lane management and blind spot monitoring. Some of the main available features which will be undoubtedly included for added safety will also include active driving assist with lane centering and hi-tech features like a handy HUD system and even a night vision camera.

With the new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L you can’t go wrong, and you will enjoy a balanced, comfortable ride as well as enough power and practical features for secure off-road journeys.

The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L will be available at Elmwood Chrysler-Dodge-JeepRam in East Providence Rhode Island.

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