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By Karen Greco

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Inspired ice cream shop opens in Newport

“If you want to make someone happy, go sell ice cream,” says John Parkos, Jr. who, with his son John III, did exactly that with their recently opened Sandcastles Sundaes and Shakes in Brick Market Place. Inspired by New York City’s celeb-adored creamery Serendipity3 and Nashville’s Legendairy Milkshake Bar, the Parkoses created a sweet shop that features their own over-the-top ice cream creations.

Their “jazzed up” sundaes include Hot Apple Pie, which comes with an apple pie topper, and Peanut Butter Dream, loaded with Reese’s Pieces and peanut butter cups. Their fanciful shakes include the Magic Unicorn, made from cotton candy ice cream with a dusting of rainbow sprinkles. Their twist on Serendipity3’s famous frozen hot chocolate is dairy free, so those with sensitivities can enjoy the treat. These IG-worthy creations come sized in small, large, and ginormous, which Parkos says, “feeds a gaggle.” Newport, SandcastlesSundaes.com

A snackery and used book store opens on Market Street in Warren

“I always wanted to sell books, but it’s not realistic to own a used book store,” confides Uriah Donnelly. The founder and executive director of arts org The Collaborative recently opened the Arc{hive} Books + Snackery, which at first seems to belie his statement. However, with The Collaborative squeezed into 400 square feet, opening the Arc{hive} allows for extra gallery space while helping to sustain a used book store that o ers beer, wine, and little noshes that pair with reading.

The small plates include items like warmed almonds dusted with sumac and other spices, and toasts, such as one topped with local mushrooms and garlic ricotta. About 90 percent of the beers are local brews, they have a selection of natural wines, and the sodas are from Empire Bottling Works in Bristol. “There’s a symbiosis with the arts,” he says. “It has a vibe that’s welcoming and non-exclusive.” Warren, @ArchiveBookSnackery

Groundswell expands to Bristol with upcoming speakeasy

David Fierabend, owner of the beloved Groundswell Bakery and Cafe in Tiverton, was on the hunt for a commercial kitchen to accommodate his expanding team of bakers. “We make everything in house,” he says, from pastries to their Paris-worthy croissants and loaves of bread, so space is tight in the cafe’s little kitchen. He stumbled upon the 195 Franklin catering space in Bristol and was sold on its spacious commissary kitchen.

“The bones were there,” Fierabend says, along with enough space to open The Franklin, a small-plate dining concept inspired by old-school speakeasies. “The bar is the story, with old-school mixologists making great cocktails.” Think sidecars, whiskey sours, and Rob Roys. This cocktail culture throwback is joined by a grazing menu and light entertainment to mellow out the mood. With a full renovation in the works, Fierabend hopes to open in early spring, 2023. Bristol, GroundswellCafeGarden.com

Let's Summer

40+ WAYS TO ENJOY THE EAST BAY ALL SEASON LONG

BY THE EDITORS

Life on the East Bay means never being very far from the water. With over a dozen

public beaches, ocean breezes infuse the entire region with a coastal atmosphere that can’t help but inform most everything we do, whether it’s wearing a beach cover-up or swim trunks to the store or planning dinner around what’s fresh at the farmers market. As COVID-19 cases are thankfully on the decline, dare we say this season feels like a return to summers past, with a host of beloved events making a comeback. For this issue, our editors have scoured the region to deliver this comprehensive calendar from July through Labor Day. Between festivals, farm visits, concerts, and so much more, you’re sure to enjoy the season without ever needing to leave the area. So skip the Cape and have the best summer ever.

Please note that events may require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test and mask-wearing regardless of vaccination status. Be sure to check each venue for updates.

Bristol’s Independence Day festivities as seen from the water

July

JULY 1-17

NEWPORT CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL:

From opera to chamber music and everything in between, this year’s festival at The Breakers boasts an impressive lineup of acclaimed musicians. Highlights include Joyce Yang, The King’s Sister, and Pucinni’s La Bohème. Newport, NewportMusic.org

JULY 2 & 3 FOURTH OF JULY FIELD DAYS: Celebrate Independence Day the early American way with old-timey games and competitions like sack races and trundling hoops, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, crafts, kite flying, story times, and more at historic coastal Coggeshall Farm. Bristol, CoggeshallFarm.org

JULY 4 FOURTH OF JULY PARADE: Follow the red, white, and blue-striped roads for the ultimate patriotic display. Bristol’s historic parade begins at 10:30am at the corner of Chestnut and Hope (Rt. 114) and ends on High Street, between State and Bradford. Bristol, FourthOfJulyBristolRI.com

FOURTH OF JULY PICNIC: Come to Linden Place for bleacher parade seating, a continental breakfast, and picnic lunch. Bristol, LindenPlace.org

JULY 7

FRENCH CULINARY ADVENTURE

COCKTAIL RECEPTION: Kicking o a weekend of events celebrating France’s influence in Newport, the Newport Historical Society hosts a reception at the Great Friends Meeting House featuring French hors d’oeuvres, colonial cocktails, and live music. Newport, NewportHistory.org

JULY 10-17 2022 HALL OF FAME OPEN: The International Tennis Hall of Fame is a major Newport landmark, and once Wimbledon wraps up, you can still get your tennis fix as ATP World Tour pros battle on the hall’s historic grass courts. Newport, HallOfFameOpen.com JULY 16

NEWPORTFILM SUMMER BENEFIT 2022:

Enjoy drinks and small bites at this benefit held at Restoration Hall at IYRS. Be sure to visit the website for upcoming screenings. Newport, NewportFilm.com

JULY 16-17 AND AUGUST 20-21

SOUTH COAST OPEN STUDIO TOUR:

Visit painters, fiber artists, sculptors, and more, all across the East Bay and southern Massachusetts, in self-guided tours of local studios. Various locations, SouthCoastArtists.org

JULY 19-24 NEWPORT DANCE FESTIVAL: Island Moving Company presents their annual festival. Catch some of the most exciting and cutting-edge performances by the world’s finest dance artists on the lawn of the Great Friends Meeting House. Newport, IslandMovingCo.org

JULY 21 LAURA VEIRS: Newport Folk alum Veirs will be in concert at Newport Vineyards on the eve of the Folk Festival where she appeared in 2016 as part of case/lang/veirs. The concert is co-sponsored by Newport Live. NewportVineyards.com Simple fun at Coggeshall Farm’s Field Days

JULY 22-24 THE NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL: The largest music festival in the state returns this summer with a sold-out weekend of great music. Announced artists include Mandy Moore, The Roots, Taj Mahal, Maren Morris, and many more. NewportFolk.org

JULY 23-25 THE NEWPORT SHOW: New England’s premier fine art and antiques event raises funds for the Newport Historical Society and Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County. Middletown, BGCNewport.org

JULY 28 MITSKI: Her lyrics have been described as “full of roiling fury, destructive impulses, humiliation, longing, heartache, and hunger.” See indie-rock musician Mitski on her Laurel Hell Summer Tour with special guest The Weather Station. East Providence, WaterfrontConcerts.com

JULY 29-31 NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL: It’s certainly not your grandfather’s jazz festival anymore. The oldest outdoor music festival in the USA has a diverse line-up including Norah Jones, Esperanza Spalding, Ron Carter, and artistic director Christian McBride. NewportJazz.org

August

AUGUST 9 LOCAL FOOD FEST: Treat yourself to a fundraiser for Farm Fresh Rhode Island at Castle Hill Inn. Meet local chefs, watch live dish preparation, and enjoy culinary creations with local wine, beer, signature cocktails, and live music. Newport, FarmFreshRI.org

AUGUST 14 COOL JAZZ: After a two-year hiatus, the fundraising event returns with an open bar, buffet dinner, and of course, jazz, all in support of Mount Hope Farm. Bristol, MountHopeFarm.org

CRUISE-IN FOR A CAUSE: Food trucks, music, raffles, trophies, and more are all part of this charity car show and toy drive held at Mount Hope Farm to raise funds for the children and families of military, law enforcement, and first responders. Bristol, JDRFoundation.org AUGUST 19-21 A WEEKEND OF COACHING: Experience 19th century Newport with weekend processions of authentic period coaches pulled by teams of highly trained horses during this once-every-three-years event hosted by The Preservation Society of Newport. NewportMansions.org

AUGUST 20 FIREMAN’S FAIR: Ferry over to Prudence Island to attend this annual community fundraiser for the volunteer fire department. Past events have included chowder and clam cakes, ra es, and more. Facebook: Prudence Island Volunteer Fire Department

WARREN FOLKS FEST SIX: Two stages of live music, food, and art attract music fans to The Collaborative’s lively annual fundraiser event. Warren, TheCollaborative02885.org The kayak rack at Third Beach, Middletown

AUGUST 28 RHODE ISLAND FOLK FESTIVAL: The locally grown music festival features three stages with over 50 artists from around RI and beyond. Vendors and food trucks will be at Rose Larisa Park on the shore of Narragansett Bay. Riverside, RhodeIslandFolkFestival.com

Enjoy a swanky night celebrating food growers at Local Food Fest

JUST ROW WITH IT

Want to make the most of your Ocean State summer by paddling the bay and its winding inlets? These local kayak rental companies can outfit you in a seaworthy vessel.

DROP-IN KAYAKS: If you live in Portsmouth, Middletown, or Newport, have a single or tandem kayak delivered right to your door. Portsmouth, DropInKayaks.com

JAMESTOWN OUTDOORS: Explore the hidden coves and beaches of Jamestown on a stand-up paddleboard or kayak from this local outdoor sport spot. They’ll even recommend routes. JamestownOutdoors.com

MOBILE KAYAKS: Kayak and paddle boards are delivered right to the water’s edge anywhere on Aquidneck Island. Newport, MobileKayaks.com

THIRD BEACH: Gentle waves and scenic overlooks make this Middletown beach a favorite spot for swimmers and paddlers. Visit the town website for information on permits to use the kayak rack. MiddletownRI.com

WALKER FARM KAYAK RENTALS:

Single kayaks, double kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards are available for rent to paddle around the 100-acre Walker Farm cove. Try their guided Full Moon Paddle Tour for a star-filled paddle. Barrington, WalkerFarmKayaks.com

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All Summer Long

BECORN EXHIBIT: Marvel at the work of photographer David Bird and his Becorns, characters he constructs from acorns and twigs, placed strategically to create magical woodland scenes. Bristol, Blithewold.org

CONCERTS AT BOLD POINT PARK: Enjoy a full season of outdoor concerts on the waterfront. Read more on page 14. Riverside, RIWaterfrontEvents.com NEWPORT GULLS: Baseball season is in full swing! Bring the whole family for a game at the Cardines Field, and on July 6, seniors 55+ attend free thanks to PACE Rhode Island. NewportGulls.com

SHOWS & FILM SCREENINGS: Maria Bamford, Bill Murray, Judy Collins, and more are just some of the live performances mixed in with movie screenings and more at the JPT Film & Event Center. Newport, JanePickens.com Maker/photographer David M. Bird and his charming Becorns exhibit returns to Blithewold

Photo by David Bird

UNPLUG ON PRUDENCE

Need to escape the rat race? Consider a getaway to Prudence Island. A 30-minute ferry ride from Bristol will drop you o at this spot so uncommercialized there isn’t a restaurant or transportation service to be found. Bring what you need, including tick-repellent, and enjoy the unspoiled beauty of the thirdlargest island on Narragansett Bay. Points of interest include Prudence Historical Museum, Prudence Schoolhouse, Pulpit Rock, and Sandy Point Lighthouse – one of the few lighthouses in the US to retain its original birdcage lantern. For ferry info, visit PrudenceBayIslandTransport.com

SPEND SOME TIME WITH SEAHORSES:

Be mesmerized by this new exhibit of lined seahorses as they propel themselves through the water. Bring the whole family to the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium to see them, plus the Visit with Terrapins and Turtles exhibit. Bristol, ASRI.org

OUTDOOR ARTS BIENNIAL: Artwork from 13 artists and collectives exploring the theme of “Passages” are featured in the Jamestown Arts Center’s outdoor exhibition. Jamestown, OutdoorArtsExperience.org

POMHAM ROCKS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS:

The Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse welcome visitors to the island on the Lady Pomham II on select days for guided tours. Riverside, PomhamRocksLighthouse.org

SLAVE TRADE WALKING TOURS: Linden Place Museum hosts walking tours of Linden Place Mansion and downtown Bristol, focused specifically on Bristol’s DeWolf family and their involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. Bristol, LindenPlace.org TEA AND SCONES: Sit back and enjoy the scenic overlook from one of Blithewold Mansion’s porches while munching on a fresh scone and hot or iced tea, Thursday through Sunday. Bristol, Blithewold.org Enjoy a day on Prudence Island

All Summer Long

SUNDAYS

BARRINGTON SUMMER CONCERT

SERIES: Dance like no one’s watching and make some noise when local musicians come to Latham Park and Barrington Town Beach Sundays July 10 through August 28. BarringtonLearningCTR.org

TIVERTON FARMERS MARKET:

Connecting the community to fresh and local produce, the market hosts a variety of food and farm vendors, artisans, makers, and live music at Tiverton Middle School. TivertonFarmersMarket.com

MONDAYS FARMERS MARKETS: Start the work week o with fresh produce from an afternoon trip to either the Community Farmers Market in Newport (Miantonomi Park) or Jamestown’s (Rec Center) Farmers Market, FarmFreshRI.org

TUESDAYS

FAMILY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES:

Easton’s Beach is the place to be for fun outdoor concerts. Shows begin at 6pm (weather permitting) and parking is free after 4pm. Newport, CityOfNewport.com

WEDNESDAYS AQUIDNECK GROWERS MARKET: Head to Memorial Boulevard for a wide variety of vendors featuring both organic and conventionally grown products, prepared foods, flowers, and more. Newport, AquidneckCommunityTable.org MUSIC AT SUNSET: Take in the lush gardens and live music at the Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum for their weekly summer concert series, through September. Bristol, Blithewold.org NATURE WALKS: Join a naturalist and explore the Norman Bird Sanctuary trails during free guided walks of spotting native species and identifying plants. Middletown, NormanBirdSanctuary.org

SUMMER SUNSET AT HERRESHOFF: By day, the Herreshoff Marine Museum is a place for learning about boats with exhibit halls brimming with models, artifacts, and more, but on Wednesday evenings, their Jazz Series spotlights local talent, through August 31. Bristol, Herreshoff.org

WHAT’S LOCAL WEDNESDAYS: Support local small food and beverage businesses in this family-friendly outdoor marketplace held in the schoolyard of Hope & Main. Eat, drink, and stock up on staples. Warren, MakeFoodYourBusiness.org

THURSDAYS ART NIGHT BRISTOL WARREN: Walk or ride your bike from one gallery and studio to the next. This evening event is the perfect way to explore the wealth of art the East Bay has to o er on the last Thursdays of the month through August. Bristol and Warren, ArtNightBristolWarren.org CHILDREN’S NIGHTS: Each Thursday in July, little ones will enjoy a line-up of storytellers, puppets, and more at Easton’s Beach! Shows begin at 6pm (weather permitting). Parking is free after 4pm on show nights. CityOfNewport.com ROOTS & SHOOTS: From 10-11am through August 25, children ages 2-5 and their guardians are invited to learn, play, create, and explore their way through the Coggeshall farmyard. Hear stories, sing songs, meet animals, and play games. Bristol, CoggeshallFarm.org

Aquidneck Growers Markets has three summer markets so getting produce outdoors is a breeze

WEAVER LIBRARY FARMERS MARKET:

Evenings from 4-7pm the library is the place to be for artisan pop-ups, live music, and of course, fresh food and produce. East Providence, EastProvidenceLibrary.org

SATURDAYS FARMERS MARKETS: Rise and shine and make a morning out of shopping local and fresh at Mount Hope Farmers Market, Bristol, and Aquidneck Growers Market in Middletown. FarmFreshRI.org NEWPORT POLO: One of the great Aquidneck Island traditions, Newport Polo invites spectators to watch international teams gallop to victory at Glen Farm. Portsmouth, NPTPolo.com

FREE FAMILY FUN DAYS: The Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium is free to the public the first Saturday of every month for nature stories, animal discoveries, hikes, and more. Bristol, ASRI.org

NEWPORT HISTORY TOURS: Join the Newport Historical Society every Saturday for weekly themed walking tours about rotating subjects like the Point Burial Ground, Newport’s British Occupation, and more. NewportHistoryTours.org

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