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APPLELAND ORCHARD 135 Smith Ave./Rt. 116, Smithfield | (401) 949-3690 Open Daily 9-6
BARDEN FAMILY ORCHARD 56 Elmdale Rd., N. Scituate (401) 934-1413 Open M-F 9-6; Weekends 9-5
DAME FARM & ORCHARDS
58 Snake Hill Rd., N. Scituate (401) 949-0390 Open Daily 9-5
Apple Cider Donuts
Pumpkins, PYO, Fresh Cider
You can be sure it’s American grown when you pick you own.
GOODWIN BROTHERS FARM
HILL ORCHARDS
INDIAN ROCK FARM 99 Burnt Hill Rd., Scituate (401) 265-3868 Open Fri 10-5, Sat & Sun 9-5
Growing Apples, Pumpkins & other Veggies
86 Winsor Ave., Johnston (401) 949-2940 PYO Weekends & Holidays 10-5 Stand: 25 Sanderson Road (Route 5), Smithfield. Open Tues.-Sun. 10-5.
KNIGHT FARM
LEACH FARM & ORCHARD
NARROW LANE ORCHARD
458 Greenville Rd., N. Smithfield (401) 765-0368, (401) 651-8788 Open daily 9-6 until Nov. 4
1 Snake Hill Rd., Glocester (401) 349-4408 | Open daily 7-5 PYO Apples, Country Breakfast Restaurant at The Farmer’s Omelette
PHANTOM FARMS
2920 Diamond Hill Rd., Cumberland (401) 333-2240 | Open daily 6-6 Closed Tuesdays
147 Austin Ave., Greenville (401) 862-5156 Open Weekends & Holidays 10-6 PYO Apples, Pumpkins, & Veggies
PIPPIN ORCHARD
751 Pippin Orchard Rd., Cranston (401) 943-7096 | Open daily 9-5
Farmstand, Bakery, & Cafe
STEERE ORCHARD
150 Austin Ave., Greenville (401) 949-1456 | PYO daily 9-5
Free Hayrides on Weekends Applefest Oct. 13 & 14
PYO Apples, Cider Donuts & Try Our New Monkey Bread
ELWOOD ORCHARD
91B Brown Ave., Johnston (401) 949-3657 Open M-F 8:30-5:30 Weekends 9:30-5
PYO Apples & Pumpkins
Our farm is a true family run & operated business. Come enjoy some fall fun with us!
213 Narrow Lane, N. Kingstown (401) 294-3584 Open daily 10-5 PYO Berries & Fruit
ROCKY BROOK ORCHARD 997 Wapping Rd., Middletown (401) 851-7989 Open Weekends & Holidays 10-4:30
PYO Apples
JASWELL’S FARM
50 Swan Rd., Smithfield (401) 231-9043 | Open daily 8-5
PYO Apples & Pumpkins, Farmstand & Bakery, Pasteurized Cider, Cider Donuts & Gourmet Candy Apples.
OLD STONE ORCHARD
33 Colebrook Rd., Little Compton (401) 635-2663 Open Thurs-Sun 10-5
We grow & sell mushrooms too!
SCITUATE NURSERY FARM & GREENHOUSES 767 Hartford Pike, N. Scituate (401) 934-0581 Open M-F 9-5 | Weekends 9-5
PYO Apples, Pears & Quince
SWEET BERRY FARM
915 Mitchell Lane, Middletown (401) 847-3912 | Open daily 8-7
PYO Apples, Pumpkins, Farm Market, Cafe, Lunch & Ice Cream
PYO Apples & Pumpkins
YOUNG FAMILY FARM
260 West Main Rd., Little Compton (401) 635-0110 Open Thur-Mon 9-5
PYO Apples
Locate Farms at RIFruitGrowers.org
Have you heard the news?! Providence Picture Frame is moving!
Well, after 150 years I guess it was time for them to buy their own building.
Vintage Providence Picture Frame ad, circa 1900
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THE TRADITION CONTINUES A Providence destination for nearly 30 years, CAV Restaurant is an experience like no other. Tucked in the historic Jewelry District, the restaurant features creative cuisine from several cultures in a worldly setting. Family-owned since 1989, the award-winning and innovative tradition continues...
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MAD ABOUT PLAID Beyond flannel ways to bring campfire character into your life
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FALL BUSHEL LIST Your go-to guide for everything autumn
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THE SHOWMAN Trinity Rep puts the complicated life of Buddy Cianci onstage for the first time
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HOLE FOODS Blogger Patty J treats us to cider donuts around the state
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RHODE FASHIONED Our local twist on the classic cocktail
Left: Find apples at Sunset Farms Photography by Stephanie Medrano On the Cover: Windmist Farm Photography by Mary Vican
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CONTENTS Fall Guide 2019
BROWSING 16 The perfect allergen-friendly fall snack
18 The spectacular stats behind our state’s favorite pumpkin patch
20 Why our Patriots cheerleaders root for Rhody this season
24 Rhode Island Community Food Bank’s biggest fundraiser will bowl you over
32 Colorful shots from
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Look good in any weather
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Your field guide to the
Photo by Henriette D.
RI Instagrammers
state’s hiking hot spots
68 Escape to South County
October 20th 10:00 - 5:00
with off-season deals
SAVORING 77 An Italian twist to pumpkin pie 78 Find classic comfort food at five retro eateries
86 Farm-to-table recipes for
90 Fall-flavored brews (no cauldron required!)
DIRECTORY 89 A guide to local goods & services
LAST LOOK 106 Geek out at Rhode Island
Photofgraphy by Brandon Harmon
what’s in season
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Education and Social Policy Institute Launch 1,2 -- RIC
9AM: Growth Mindset Training -MENTOR Rhode Island 1,2
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8AM: PrepareRI State Plan Community Meeting 1 4:30PM: EdTechRI Meetup 1,2
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Rhode Coders 2.0: HTML & CSS -- PPL1,2
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12PM: Healthy Living Community Event -Empowerment Factory 1
5:30PM: EduLeaders of Color Meet Up 1,2 Opiods
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4PM: in Our Personalization Community: 101 Workshop 3PM: Effective Resource Share -- Highlander Goal-Setting -- RI PBS 1,2 1,2 Inst Dimensions are in inches; width x height (w x h) Mini-Wkshp
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Feeding Frenzy 2 -- Save the Bay
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National Education Innovation Cluster Convening
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SUSHI
Fall is here! Many Rhode Islanders consider this to be their favorite season, or at least a close second to summer. If you’re like me, you revel in all things September, October, and November, from the clear bright days to the chilly nights. Colorful leaves make every vista an Instagram photo op. What better time to rediscover your state? So live like a tourist and take a road trip! Rhode Island pulls out all the stops when it comes to celebrating autumn, so just like a summer bucket list, we’ve created our Fall Bushel List to be your in-state travel guide to what’s happening all over Little Rhody. Divided by region for easy reference, you’ll be ready to pick your own apples, festivals, experiences, and more. In Hey Rhody FALL we also take a look at what’s fresh at farmers markets, historic cozy
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diners, and spotlight who’s putting a seasonal stamp on everything from cider donuts to pizza to pumpkin seeds. You’ll find great deals for planning an off-season staycation and useful details about hiking trails. Ready for plaid? We’ve got that, too. Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and completely wonderful Ocean State fall! Be sure to tag your favorite pics using #HeyRhody and we may use them next year. Editor In Chief
Elyse Major
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BROWSING GREAT PUMPKINS | CHEERLEADERS | EMPTY BOWLS | PLAID | FALL PICS
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All-natural, allergen-friendly seeds make for the perfect fall munching It all started with a seed. A homemade dry-roasted pumpkin seed, to be exact. The Conte siblings Sennen, Galen, and Elizabeth brought the fromscratch snack – the product of a recipe that had been passed down through generations – to a Halloween party, and it was a hit. From there, the trio’s passion for healthy, handcrafted eats turned into Gerbs, an all-natural food line based out of Johnston. Today, Gerbs (the oldest brother’s nickname for his kitchen savvy siblings) sells everything from seed butters to seed mixes, including the tried-and-true pumpkin variety. MyGerbs.com -Megan Schmit Photo courtesy of Gerbs
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BROWSING • GREAT PUMPKINS
SPECTACULAR STATS A by-numbers breakdown of the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
By Megan Schmit Information provided by Roger Williams Park Zoo
Think you know Rhode Island’s iconic Halloween display? The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo has drawn thousands of visitors from in-state and beyond to wander the transformed Wetlands Trail. Chances are you’ve been awestruck by the intricacies of the carvings, dazzled by the twinkling lights and cast shadows, and amazed by the sheer number of pumpkins. But here’s a new – and just as striking – look at the show, by the numbers.
5,000
The number of pumpkins you’ll see along the quarter-mile trail
140,000
Estimated vistiors over the 32 nights of the show
20,000
Pumpkins will be used throughout the month as rotted ones are replaced
$18
For an adult ticket on a Prime Night (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) and it can be around a 30-minute wait to reach the trail
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Total Jack-O-Lantern Spectaculars in the country – the others are in Louisville, Kentucky and Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Artists that spend up to 8 hours carving a single pumpkin
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Years that Roger Williams Park Zoo has continuously hosted the event. It was originally held there from 2001-2004 before experimenting with other locations and returning to the Zoo in 2009.
BROWSING • CHEERLEADERS
GOOOO, FALL!
“One thing that I love about Rhode Island is how small it is. Everything is so close, and only 20 minutes to the beach.” Miss Rhode Island 2018 also likes spending hours playing video games at Dave & Busters in Providence or hiking in Snake Den State Park.
Rhody’s own Patriots cheerleaders share their fave things about autumn By Bob Curley
Being a New England Patriots cheerleader isn’t all glamor and glory: workouts, practices, and performances involve vast commitments of time and energy, especially during football season. But the four Rhode Islanders on the 2019-20 Patriots cheerleading squad still make plenty of time for local fun, even in the fall.
“I love to go apple and pumpkin picking at Rhode Island orchards, head down to Providence at night to see the WaterFire festival, and most of all, I love to go to the Roger Williams Park Zoo Jack-OLantern Spectacular.”
“I absolutely love the fall in Rhode Island. I enjoy going to the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, going through haunted houses, and picking apples and pumpkins. I’m also lucky enough to live in Narragansett during the school year, and the beach is absolutely beautiful to walk on during the fall.”
“I always wanted to attend the Rhode Island Seafood Festival in India Point Park, but I never got the chance. That is definitely on my bucket list.” Other favorites include WaterFire, the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, apple and pumpkin picking, and wine tasting.
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BROWSING • EMPTY BOWLS
HOPE-FULL Empty Bowls raises money for RI Food Bank – and showcases both artists and chefs By Robert Isenberg
“I think the metaphor is really nice,” says Kelly Seigh, event manager for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. “We’re helping fill bowls in the community. It’s a kind of reminder.” The idea is catchy: Ceramic artists donate nearly 1,000 clay bowls to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. On October 17, more than 800 people will show up at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston, along with 40 local restaurateurs. Each visitor will pick a preferred bowl, fill it with gourmet samples, and have a total blast. For five years, the Empty Bowls party has been the Food Bank’s most lucrative fundraiser. Kelly didn’t invent Empty Bowls, but she introduced the concept to Rhode Island, and the party has been a raging success since its inception. “We went big from the very first year,” she says. “There are just so many artists and restaurants that are donating their time. There’s so much good buzz in the room. We want this to be an event that anybody can come to.” Excitement builds long before the actual celebration. Ceramic artist John Mitchell has hosted “Empty Bowl parties” at Dew Claw Studios in Pawtucket, where crafters shape artisanal bowls specifically for the event; other ateliers do the same. Similarly, chefs were originally asked to make different kinds of soup and stews, but the menu quickly expanded to pasta,
ribs, bread pudding, mac and cheese, donuts, and cupcakes, among countless other items. Basic admission (booked in advance) is only $50, which means unlimited food and a one-of-a-kind ceramic bowl for each participant. There is a VIP table, where some of the more elaborate objets d’art are displayed, but Kelly says that there is plenty of creativity to browse. The Food Bank also has a number of sponsors, including Citizens Bank, which provides “a small army of volunteers.” Last year, the a total of $117,000 was raised. Ironically, Kelly herself has never walked away with a bowl, because she’s so busy organizing. “But my friends come every year,” she says. “Whenever I go to their house, I see their collection of bowls.” Empty Bowls takes place October 17 at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet, Cranston. RIFoodBank.org
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BROWSING • PLAID
MAD ABOUT Beyond flannel ways to bring the iconic checks into your life By Elyse Major If a season could have a signature pattern, plaid (proper name: tartan) would be autumn’s. While we may think of hipsters and big brands sporting these interlocking stripes – lumberjacks and Burberry, anyone? – plaid actually originated in Scotland as a way to identify one’s region or clan. Today, whether it’s a preppy kilt, punk flannel tied around the waist, or underneath a vest for an outdoorsy look, plaid is loaded with character. Infuse your surroundings with some clever campfire-meets-classic accessories and home goods available from shops around the state:
DESSERT PLATES Any small bite gets cabin appeal when served on a plaid dessert plate. The Captain’s Table, Wickford; TheCaptainsTableRI.com
TEA TOWEL (above) TABLECLOTH (right) Add warmth and cheer to your tablescape instantly when you unfurl a tartan textile. Wickford Gourmet Factory Outlet, Wickford
1970S THERMOS Bring a little vintage Burberry into your life with an Aladdin thermos (with glass insert) – perfect for bringing hot cocoa to your local Friday Night Lights. Carmen & Ginger, Providence; CarmenandGinger.com
BUFFALO CHECK MUG Make even a Monday meeting feel like sitting around a campfire when you drink coffee from this red-and-black Buffalo plaid check mug. Frog & Toad, Providence; FrogAndToadStore.com
BEAR BUTTON & FLANNEL GREETING CARD It’s a card and a gift all in one, perfect for your favorite outdoorsy pal. Frog & Toad, Providence; FrogAndToadStore.com
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BROWSING • FALL PICS
FALL FRAMES Three photographers showcase the beauty of Rhode Island’s most colorful season – and share why they love it so much Riverside
By Megan Schmit
@justadane
HENRIETTE D. There is something unique about fall in Rhode Island. The forests present a beautiful, mesmerizing, vibrant display of colors that I’ve rarely seen anywhere else in the world. Fall here is soothing to my soul and makes me want to never leave.
Foliage in Barrington
Snowy Owl on the Providence River
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MARY VICAN As my love for photography has grown, so has my appreciation for Rhode Island’s shoulder seasons. RI in particular is special due to every town’s relative proximity to the ocean, marrying vistas of colorful foliage with coastal landscapes. I love that I can enjoy forest hiking, wildlife sanctuaries, city museums and history, river rapids, lakes, and vast beaches all in the same day. There are over 150 hiking trails in this tiny state and the mild weather of fall is the perfect time to explore no matter your physical or fitness level – with or without a camera!
View of the Newport Bridge from Windmist Farm in Jamestown
Rhode Island Superior Court and First Church of Christ, Scientist
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ROSS MCLENDON Rhode Island is full of picturesque nature and architecture, and each season gives these a unique context, but many of the scenes I pass as part of my regular routine are most beautiful bathed in the vibrant, warm colors of autumn. It’s exciting in October to follow the progression of color, to watch the trees transform from green to gold and red and brown from day to day, and I find great joy in capturing, preserving, and sharing these fleeting moments. Road through Neutaconkanut Park
Pocasset River in Johnston
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Is there a tick on you? Do a tick check!
Ticks are tiny, so look for new “freckles”
Here’s where to look: Along your hairline
Back of your neck
Inside and behind the ears
REPEL TICKS 20% DEET on skin Permethrin on clothing
Armpits
Behind the knees
CHECK FOR TICKS IN THE SHOWER
REMOVE TICKS RIGHT AWAY
Groin
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Legs REPEL • CHECK • REMOVE
Between your toes
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HEY RHODY FALL 2019
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100+ must-do’s to enjoy Rhode Island’s most colorful season
Leaves are changing. Temperatures are dropping. Swimsuits are being traded for sweaters, and summer shandys for autumnal brews. It’s officially fall, the season for carving pumpkins, picking apples, getting lost in corn mazes, and seeking the “good” kind of scares. Whether you’re looking to carry on timeless traditions, or try something new, we’ve got a cornucopia of events for you to pick from.
Aquidneck Growers Market: Farmers market running year-round. Find them in Middletown at Newport Vineyards on Saturdays, and on Memorial Boulevard in Newport on Wednesdays. AquidneckCommunityTable.org The Bit Players: End the week with an evening of laughs at Firehouse Theater with Newport’s hit improv comedy show. Every Friday and Saturday, FirehouseTheater.org Free Family Fun Day: On the first of each month, join Audubon Society for crafts, storytime, animal discoveries, hikes, and more. Bristol, ASRI.org Newport Foodies Strolls: A 1.5-mile food tour about all the hottest places to eat in the City by the Sea. Wednesday through Saturday through November, NewportFoodiesStroll.com Newport Neighborhood Food Tours: Go beyond mansions and yachts and discover Newport’s rich food history on this walking tour through all the best places to eat. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, RhodeIsalndRedFoodTours.com
Pumpkin Palooza: Celebrate fall with special events every weekend – from a ride on a magic pumpkin coach and pumpkin painting to a DIY scarecrow workshop. Through October 27, Warren, FrerichsFarm.com
Firefly Yoga & Wellness Festival: Try out vegan eats courtesy of Sprout and Lentil, sweet sips from Juice’d Cafe, and a full schedule of yoga classes, clinics, and workshops. Portsmouth, Facebook: Firefly Yoga Fest
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September 14-15 Bluegrass Festival & Pick-Nic: Food, friends, and fun at this first-ever concert featuring bands Ocean State Ramblers, Bend in the River, and Pretty Saro. Warren, RIBluegrass.org
September 12-15 Newport International Boat Festival: Taking up 13 acres of Newport’s beautiful waterfront makes this the largest boat show in the northeast! NewportBoatShow.com September 14 Warren Heritage Foundation Gala: Celebrate Warren’s manufacturing heritage during a swanky soiree at WaterRower’s new manufacturing plant overlooking the scenic Kickemuit River. WarrenHeritageFoundation.org
September 20-21 Harbor Lights Newport: Newport’s waterfront is festooned with lights during this brand-new event to kick off the fall season. DiscoverNewport.org
A Country Day at Pardon Gray: Enjoy a day packed with country-style food and fun, from tractor pulls to pony rides. Tiverton, RILandTrusts.org
September 19-22 Newport Mansion Wine & Food Festival: Wine tastings, an after-dark party, cooking demonstrations, and a celebrity chef appearance – all on the grounds of a mansion. NewportMansions.org
Culinary Adventure: Party like it’s the 1920s at this speakeasy-themed event featuring drinks created during the prohibition. Newport, NewportHistory.org
September 28 Harvest Craft Fair: Find art and antiques galore at Knights of Columbus’ annual craft fair. Middletown, CherishTheMoments.net Ben Rosenblum at Sandywoods: What happens when you take an internationally touring jazz pianist and a Croation vocalist to Tiverton? You get a night of musical genius as Ben Rosenblum and guest Astrid Kuljanic perform at Sandywoods. Tiverton, BenRosenblumMusic.com
Photo courtesy of The Newport International Boat Show
ALL AUTUMN LONG
September 29 Bristol Burger Bash: Bringing premier patties – in miniature form – to Linden Place, plus plenty of bluegrass and beer. LindenPlace.org
OCTOBER October 3-6 Audrain’s Newport Concours & Motor Week: Perfect for history buffs and car enthusiasts alike, this celebration honors the city’s extensive automotive history. AudrainConcours.com
September 12-15: The Newport International Boat Show
Photography by Mike Braca
October 5 Connor’s Halloween Party: This special sensory-friendly, fall-themed event caters to kids with autism, featuring a bouncy house, scavenger hunt, bubble table, and more. Warren, FrerichsFarm.com October 5-6 Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fest: Enjoy a weekend of live bands, train and pony rides, a mud pit, over 70 artisans and crafters, local food trucks and vendors, and more. Middletown, NormanBirdSanctuary.org October 10-14 Rogue Island Comedy Festival: Laugh the evenings away as the best nationally and locally known comedians bring their stand-up performances to Newport. RogueIslandComedyFest.org October 12 Broadway Street Fair: It’s Newport’s block party of the season: food, art, music, drinks, and more, all packed into a one-day festival that takes over the historic Broadway District. BroadwayStreetFair.com Four Corners Classic: Car enthusiasts will love this new event at Tiverton Four Corners, a show dedicated to vintage automobiles, including rare and extremely early editions. Tiverton, Facebook: Four Corners Classic!
October 20: Pell Bridge Run
Annual Pumpkin Weigh-off: Gather the kiddos to come see the biggest gourds you’ll ever lay eyes on at this anticipated East Bay tradition. Warren, FrerichsFarm.com October 13 Newport Marathon & Half Marathon: Support local charities as you qualify for the Boston Marathon (or simply elevate your morning jog). NewportMarathon.com October 14 Columbus Day Parade: As part of the Festa Italiana, this celebration of Italian culture and heritage starts at St. Joseph’s on Broadway and ending at the Columbus statue on Memorial Boulevard. Newport, NewportFesta.org October 19 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Rhode Island: Honor first responders as you join 9/11 hero and firefighter Stephen Siller on a scenic run or walk at Fort Adams. Newport, Tunnel2Towers.org
October 19-20 Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Fest: Sip on Whalers, listen to live music, and eat all the lobster rolls, fish tacos, calamari, and oysters you want! Newport, BowensWarf.com October 20 Pell Bridge Run: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Newport’s iconic bridge with a picturesque 4-mile run, all while supporting dozens of nonprofit organizations. PellBridgeRun.com Warren Walkabout: Passersby are welcomed into independent shops, historic spaces, local restaurants, art studios, and more during this festival of small biz. DiscoverWarren.com October 26 The Perfect Pumpkin Party: It’s all about celebrating fall’s official veggie. Join the Audubon in searching for hidden pumpkins, playing pumpkin games, and collecting stickers to create your own “patch”. Bristol, ASRI.org
NOVEMBER November 1-10 Newport Restaurant Week: Enjoy lunch or dinner offerings from over 50 participating restaurants. DiscoverNewport.org November 2 Holiday Showcase Craft Fair: Get a headstart on your holiday shopping with the help of local craft vendors. Portsmouth, NewportChamber.com
ALL AUTUMN LONG Block Island Art Trail: Explore galleries, shops and studios on this self-guided tour. Download a map or pick one up at 104 Spring Street. Through November, SpringStreetGallery.com/Showcase
Coastal Growers Market: Year-round market on Saturdays at Casey Farm (North Kingstown) through October 26 and at Quest Montessori School (Narragansett) from November 2 through December 28. CoastalMarket.org General Stanton Outdoor Flea Market: The oldest, continually operating flea market in Rhode Island, occurring weekends through October 13. Charlestown, Facebook: General Stanton Inn Flea Market Stargazing Nights at Frosty Drew Observatory: On clear Friday evenings head to what Yankee Magazine called the “Best Stargazing in New England.” See the rings of Saturn, Milky Way, and more, conditions permitting. Charlestown, FrostyDrew.org
TOP: Coastal Growers Market BOTTOM: October 5: Oktoberfest
SEPTEMBER Through September 27 Coming Home Exhibit: Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly presents artwork based on the vision of home and peace, in honor of 80 years since the start of WWII. Westerly, WesterlyArts.com Through September 29 The Hollow: The Granite Theatre puts on this production of Agatha Christie’s murder mystery, involving a string of romantic connections that make everyone a suspect. Westerly, GraniteTheatre.com September 12-October 6 A Doll’s House Part 2: This Gamm Theatre production continues the 19th century drama of a Norwegian housewife who walked out on her family, this time following her new life and her grapples with marriage and gender inequality. Warwick, GammTheatre.com
Photography by Marylou Butler
Block Island Farmers Market: Every Saturday at Legion Park and Wednesdays at Spring House, through October 12. Facebook: Block Island Farmers Market
September 13-October 4 The Skriker: This play at Contemporary Theater Company is steeped in fantasy and horror, examining modern struggles like depression through the story of two teenage girls and an ancient fairy. Wakefield, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com September 13-October 6 7th Annual Poetry & Art: Wickford Art Association’s exhibit showcases the reciprocal relationship between poetry and art, featuring 40 original poems inspired by 40 works of art. Wickford, WickfordArt.org September 21 Jamestown Rhode Race: From Narragansett Bay to Newport Bridge and Watson Farm to Jamestown proper, this race takes participants on a scenic tour of Conanicut Island. Jamestown, RunRI.us September 27-29 Experience Block Island: Formerly the Taste of Block Island Weekend, sample all the island has to offer, from dining and shopping to beaches and lodgings. BlockIslandInfo.com September 29 Ocean State Tour de Cure: Bringing cyclists, runners, and walkers of all abilities together under one mission: to raise awareness and funds for the American Diabetes Association. Kingston, Main.Diabetes.org
OCTOBER October 4-6 Audubon Birding Weekend: Block Island is the place to be for spotting migratory birds as they make their way south for the winter. Block Island, ASRI.org October 5 Oktoberfest: It’s cheers to German culture during this heritage festival famously known for its endless steins of beer. Wakefield, WakefieldCommunityPartnership.org October 12 Apple Fest: A day dedicated to showcasing New England’s favorite fall fruit – including a pie contest. Saunderstown, Facebook: Casey Farm
October 13 Block Island Half Marathon: Enjoy a workout with a view as this half marathon takes you past beach dunes, the North Lighthouse, and rolling pastures. Block Island, BlockIslandInfo.com October 18-20 Ninigret Quilters 2019 Quilt Show: Learn the ins and outs of the quilting craft, plus enter a raffle to win this year’s Ocean Sunset quilt. Westerly, VisitRhodeIsland.com October 19 Exeter Fall Festival: Enjoy good old fashioned family fun with pumpkin painting, carnival games, food, and performances. Facebook: Exeter Public Library Guy Fawkes Bonfire: The Misquamicut Players re-enact the Monty Python parody of Guy Fawkes’ attempt to blow up Parliament in 1605. With a bonfire and a comedic act you don’t want to miss, this night on Block Island will be full of laughs. Block Island, VisitRhodeIsland.com Harvest Festival: Family fun at Smith’s Castle, featuring games, music, and treats like apple crisp. North Kingstown, SmithsCastle.org
Tackle any of these corn mazes for an awesome autumn adventure. Adam’s Farm 495 Sumner Brown Road, Cumberland AdamsFarmRI.com
Clark Farms 2984 Commodore Perry Highway, South Kingstown ClarkFarms.com
Confreda Greenhouses & Farms 2150 Scituate Avenue, Hope ConfredaFarms.com
Cucumber Hill Farm 39 Cucumber Hill Road, Foster CucumberHillFarm.com
Dame Farm & Orchard 91B Brown Avenue, Johnston DameFarmAndOrchards.com
Escobar Farm 255 Middle Road, Portsmouth EscobarFarm.com
Highland Farm 4235 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield HighlandFarmRI.com
Manfredi Farms 59 Dunns Corner Bradford Road, Westerly Facebook: Manfredi Farms
Morris Farm 2779 Warwick Avenue, Warwick Facebook: J Morris Farms
Salisbury Farm 11 Peck Hill Road, Johnston SalisburgFarm.com
Spring Hill Sugar House Pumpkin Festival: Head down to Kinney Bungalow for hayrides, pumpkin painting, exhibits, and fall desserts! Narragansett, SouthCountyRI.org October 20-27 Westerly Restaurant Week: Relish threecourse price fixed meals from your favorite eateries, or expand your palate with something new. OceanChamber.org October 25-31 Wicked Wickford Week: This wicked Halloween week in Wickford is fun for the whole family! Enjoy events such as crafts, trick-or-treating, and a parade. Wickford, VisitRhodeIsland.com October 26-27 West Bay Open Studios: Meander through North Kingstown, Warwick, and East Greenwich during a self-guided tour of artists and their maker spaces. Various locations, WestBayOpenStudios.com
522 Gardner Road, Exeter Facebook: Spring Hill Sugar House
Warwick Food Truck Nights: Sip and savor from your favorite food vendors as they take over locations around Warwick every third Thursday of the month through October 17. FoodTrucksIn.com
SEPTEMBER September 14-15 Apple Festival: Nothing signals the start of fall quite like the apple. To celebrate, thousands flock to Memorial Park for apple pies, contests, and artisan row. Johnston, Web.NRIChamber. com September 28 Heritage Day: The Providence Brigade Band serenades the crowd at The Paine House Museum during this historic bash featuring craft vendors, colonial activities, and tour. Coventry, WesternRIHistory.org September 29 Harvest Supper: Enjoy a catered dinner under a tent at Clouds Hill Museum. This year’s theme? “Harvest of Land and Sea.” Warwick, CloudsHill.org
OCTOBER October 11-13 Annual Cowboy Rendezvous at Stepping Stone Ranch: Ride horses through the beautiful Stepping Stone Ranch for this cowboy rendezvous. West Greenwich, SteppingStoneRanch.com October 12 Warwick Firefighters 5K: Join local firefighters and their families for a road race to promote overall health, wellness, and a healthy lifestyle. WarwickFireFighters.org
October 18 Rocky Horror Picture Show: RKO Army presents the cult classic from screen to stage in this interactive event. East Greenwich, GreenwichOdeum.com October 25 Charlie the Butler Ghost Party: The Cranston Historical Society invites you to a frighteningly fun night with Jared the Magician and Mentalist inside the decorated Sprague Mansion. Costumes optional. Cranston, Facebook: Cranston Historical Society
Photography by Grace Lentini
Bring Your Own Improv: This interactive improv show welcomes voluntary audience participation. Applaud for a scene you like, yell out suggestions, or if you feel you're ready, join on stage. Recurring Fridays through November 29, Warwick, BringYourOwnImprov.com
October 17 Empty Bowls: A Benefit for the RI Community Food Bank: Artists, restaurants, and community members gather together to help end hunger. Read more about this event on page 24. Cranston, RIFoodBank.org
October 26 Beervana Fest: The historic Rhodes on the Pawtuxet will host a beer fest with samples of beer from local breweries. Enjoy tasting, learning about, and appreciating the art of craft beer. Cranston, Beervanafest.com October 27 Kids Expo & Halloween Costume Contest: This affordable and positively impactful event is not only a fun way to celebrate the Halloween holiday, but also a great way to get in touch with different programs and businesses that support children’s health and learning. West Warwick, Facebook: KIDS EXPO 2019 & Halloween Costume Contest
NOVEMBER November 9-10 Armenian Fest 2019: Enjoy two nights of Armenian delicacies like kufta, shish kebab, and losh, along with live music, crafts, and jewelry. Cranston, Facebook
TOP: October 11-13: Cowboy Rendezvous BOTTOM: October 26: Beervana Fest
Photography by Megan Follett
ALL AUTUMN LONG
Whether you like ‘em tall and skinny or squat and wide, painted, carved, or left as-is, no fall is complete without that perfect pumpkin. Here’s 35 places to find yours! Adam’s Farm
Escobar’s Farm
Leach Farm & Orchard
Salisbury Farm
495 Sumner Brown Road, Cumberland AdamsFarmRI.com
133 Middle Road, Portsmouth EscobarFarm.com
147 Austin Ave, Greenville 862-5156
11 Peck Hill Road, Johnston SalisburyFarm.com
Appleland Orchard
Elwood Orchard
Manfredi Farms
Schartner Farms
58 Snake Hill Road, North Scituate ElwoodOrchard.com
77 Dunns Corner Road, Westerly Facebook: Manfredi Farms
One Arnold Place, Exeter SchartnerFarms.com
Festival Farm
Mapleville Farm
Spring Hill Sugar House
2 Canonchet Road, Hope Valley FestivalFarmRI.com
544 Victory Highway, Mapleville BensBakery.com/MaplevilleFarm
522 Gardner Road, Richmond Facebook: Spring Hill Sugar House
Frerichs Farm
Morris Farm
Stamp Farms
43 Kinnicutt Avenue, Warren FrerichsFarm.com
2779 Warwick Avenue, Warwick Facebook: J Morris Farms
1 Stamp Place, Exeter StampFarms.com
Goodwin Brothers Farm Stand
Old Stone Orchard
Steere Orchard
458 Greenville Road, North Smithfield Facebook: Goodwin Brothers Farm Stand
33 Colebrook Road, Little Compton Facebook: Old Stone Orchard 33
150 Austin Avenue, Greenville SteereOrchard.com
Pezza Farm
Sweet Berry Farm
2279 Plainfield Pike, Johnston PezzaFarm.com
915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown SweetBerryFarmRI.com
Pippin Apple Orchard
The Farmer’s Daughter
751 Pippin Orchard Road, Cranston Facebook: Pippin Apple Orchard
716 Mooresfield Road, South Kingstown TheFarmersDaughterRI.com
135 Smith Avenue, Greenville Facebook: Appleland Orchard
Barden Family Orchard 56 Elmdale Road, North Scituate BardenFamilyOrchard.com
Carpenter’s Farm 520 Matunuck Beach Road, South Kingstown CarpentersFarmstand.com
Clark Farms 711 Kingstown Road, Wakefield 2984 Commodore Perry Hwy, Matunuck ClarkFarms.com
Confreda Greenhouses & Farms 2150 Scituate Avenue, Hope ConfredaFarms.com
Cucumber Hill Farm 39 Cucumber Hill Road, Foster CucumberHillFarm.com
Dame Farm & Orchards 91B Brown Avenue, Johnston DameFarmAndOrchards.com
DeCastro Farms 1780 East Main Road, Portsmouth DeCastroFarms.com
Photography by Grace Lentini
The Farmer’s Daughter
Healey's Farm 1100 Lafayette Road, North Kingstown Facebook: Healey Farm
Highland Farm 4235 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield HighlandFarmRI.com
Hill Orchards 86 Winsor Avenue, Johnston HillOrchards.com
Jaswell’s Farm 50 Swan Road, Smithfield JaswellsFarm.com
Rambone Brothers Farm & Greenhouses 2153 Plainfield Pike, Rear, Johnston Facebook: Rambone Brothers Farm & Greenhouses
Quonset View Farm 895 Middle Road, Portsmouth Facebook: Quonset View Farm
Young Family Farm 260 West Main Road, Little Compton Facebook: Young Family Farm
ALL AUTUMN LONG Classic Car Cruise Night: Step back in time at A&W Smithfield on Tuesday evenings for car-hop service and a weekly assembly of autos, hosted by radio personality Cruisin’ Bruce Palmer. Smithfield, SmithfieldAW.com Seven Cedars Farm Haunted Hayride: Ride through a mile long trail that twists and turns through the farm’s haunted woods for a Halloween experience you won't soon forget. Friday, Saturdays, and Sundays in October. Smithfield, SevenCedarsFarm.us Trivia at the Guild: Test your trivia knowledge every Tuesday night at this laid-back and spacious tap room. Through November 12, Pawtucket, Facebook: TriviaAtTheGuild
SEPTEMBER September 21 Great Pumpkin Festival: Experience the start of the crisp autumn season with an always exciting family fun event! Celebrate everything pumpkin with contests, food vendors, live entertainment, and community organizations. North Smithfield, GreatPumpkinFestival.org Rhode Island Heritage Day Festival: Bringing back all the usual fanfare – multicultural fashion show, traditional music and dance, arts and crafts, kid’s area and face painting, and food trucks – to a new location. Pawtucket, Preservation.RI.gov Seven Cedars Farm Fall Festival: An annual event that includes a marketplace of crafters and vendors. Held 10-4pm. Rain date: September 28. Smithfield. SevenCedarFarms.us September 22-28 Pawtucket & Central Falls Restaurant Week: Flavor comes first during this seven-day celebration of all things food. Featuring American, Asian, Cape Verdean, Irish, Italian, Latin American, and Indian cuisine. Various locations in Pawtucket and Central Falls, RestaurantWeekPCF.com September 28-29 Oktoberfest: With music, dancing, food, and beer all from the German culture, this festival is a great time even for non-German Rhode Islanders. Pawtucket, GACSRI.org
OCTOBER October 9 Corn Husk Pumpkins and Witches Workshop: This event allows you to make your own corn husk witch or pumpkin with all the materials you need and refreshments available. Smithfield, SmithApplebyHouse.org October 11-14 Woonsocket AutumnFest: AutumnFest is packed full of fun, with amusement park rides, food and art vendors, and of course the AutumnFest Parade on the 14th. Woonsocket, AutumnFest.org October 19 Train Excursion through Blackstone Valley: Hop aboard for a scenic train ride through the Blackstone Valley! Beginning at the Blackstone Valley Train Depot in Woonsocket, you’ll enjoy a 2-hour train ride through Worcester, MA. Then off to Putnam, CT for an afternoon filled with fun! Woonsocket, TourBlackstone.com
2019 Glocester Scarecrow Festival: From 9am-4pm, this scarecrow competition also offers hot cider and other treats along with entertainment throughout the day. And the best part, all scarecrows stay on display until November 3. Chepachet, TourBlackstone.com Halloween Party: Support St. Ann Arts and Cultural Center by joining in on a fun party including dancing, a food buffet, costume contests, and more! Woonsocket, StAnnArtsandCulturalCenter.org Fall Train Excursion: All aboard in Woonsocket for a train trip that takes you through Worcester, MA, to the Great Pumpkin Festival in Putnam, CT, and then back to Woonsocket again. TourBlackstone.com/FallTrainExcursion
Tuesday Evenings: Classic Car Cruise Night
Apple picking is a timeless, treasured fall tradition, and lucky for us, rural Rhode Island is ripe with farms full of McIntosh, Macouns, and more.
Tuesdays: Test your trivia knowledge at The Guild in Pawtucket
October 20 42nd Street Magic at the Assembly Theater: Come see Matt Roberts and his hit show from New York City for an evening of magic and laughter. Harrisville, EventBrite.com
NOVEMBER November 3 Sunday Night Jam: Can’t let go of the weekend? Head to Murphy’s Law Irish Pub for weekly Sunday evening sessions with guests and notable local talent. Pawtucket, MurphysLawRI.com November 6 Primitive Christmas Garlands Workshop: Visit the Smith-Appleby House for an evening of holiday crafting and refreshments. Be sure to reserve your spot. Smithfield, SmithApplebyHouse.org November 10 Historic House Tours: Fall is the perfect time to discover Lincoln’s Great Road Historic District. Enjoy guided tours given by costumed volunteers, from 1-4pm. Lincoln, HearthsideHouse.org
Appleland Orchard
Knight Farm
135 Smith Avenue, Greenville Facebook: Appleland Orchard
1 Snake Hill Rd, North Scituate Facebook: Knight Farm RI
Barden Family Orchard
Narrow Lane Orchard
56 Elmdale Road, Scituate BardenFamilyOrchard.com
213 Narrow Ln, North Kingstown Facebook: Narrow Lane Orchard
Dame Farm & Orchards
Old Stone Orchard
91B Brown Avenue, Johnston DameFarmAndOrchards.com
33 Colebrook Road, Little Compton Facebook: Old Stone Orchard 33
Elwood Orchard
Phantom Farms
58 Snake Hill Road, North Scituate ElwoodOrchard.com
2920 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland 333-2240
Fraser Orchard & Tree Farm
Pippin Orchard
135 Carr's Trail, Western Coventry FraserFarm.com
751 Pippin Orchard Road, Cranston PippinOrchard.com
Harmony Farms
Rocky Brook Orchard
387 Saw Mill Road, North Scituate HarmonyFarmsRI.com
997 Wapping Road, Middletown RockyBrookOrchard.com
Hill Orchards
Steere Orchard
86 Winsor Avenue, Johnston HillOrchards.com
150 Austin Avenue, Greenville SteereOrchard.com
Indian Rock Farm RI
Sunset Orchards
9 Burnt Hill Road, Scituate IndianRockFarmRI.com
244 Gleaner Chapel Road, North Scituate SunsetOrchardsRI.com
Jaswell’s Farm
Sweet Berry Farm
50 Swan Road, Smithfield JaswellsFarm.com
915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown SweetBerryFarmRI.com
Pippin Orchard
ALL AUTUMN LONG Benefit Street: A Mile of History: Learn from experts about the 18th and 19th century homes lining this one-mile stretch of the city. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through October 31, RIHS.org Brown University Football: Watch the Brown Bears throw around the pigskin at their games all fall long on home turf. Varying dates, BrownBears.com Food Truck Fridays: Craving that street taco and an evening outdoors? Roger Williams Park Zoo hosts local food trucks doling out street fare at Carousel Village. Every Friday through September 27, Roger Williams Park Zoo, RWPZoo.org Haunted Boat Tours: Take a spooky boat tour and learn about the many restless souls that haunt the streets and rivers of Providence. On Wednesdays through October 30, ProvidenceRiverBoat.com Hope Street Farmers Market: Fruits, veggies, and other culinary amenities abound at the farmers market in Lippitt Park. Saturdays through October 26, HopeStreetMarket.com Providence Artisans Market: Artists from all over Southern New England convene at Lippitt Park to display their fine crafts, jewelry, paintings, and more. On Saturdays at Lippitt Park through October, Facebook: PVD Artisans Market Providence Flea: Take a leisurely Sunday stroll down South Water Street through tents of vintage clothing and decor, live music, food trucks, and local nonprofits. Sundays through September 29, ProvidenceFlea.com WaterFire: This iconic Providence tradition never gets old. Take a date, family, or out-oftowners to see the river set ablaze and meander through the artisanal market while you’re there. September 28, October 5, and November 2, Waterplace Park, GoProvidence.com
SEPTEMBER September 12-21 Design Week RI: Ten days. Multiple events. One mission. Showcasing the innovation and economic impact of the design sector in the
state through a series of curated events featuring RI talent. Various locations in Providence, DesignXRI.com September 14-October 20 The Prince of Providence: His infamous legacy continues as the life of Buddy Cianci appears onstage at Trinity Rep. 201 Washington Street, TrinityRep.com September 18-21 STYLEWEEK: Fashionistas, it’s the week you’ve been waiting for: New England’s premier fashion week brings local, national, and international designers together on the Rhody runway. Rhode Island Convention Center, StyleWeekNortheast.com September 21 Pet Walk 2019: Raise money for shelter animals while spending time with your own roaming through Roger Williams Park and exploring the many vendors, activities, and snacks – even a costume contest! Temple to Music, PARL.org September 26 Ensemble/Parallax: This contemporary music and multimedia consort plays masterworks alongside avant-garde, and kicks off its newest season at Rhode Island College. EnsembleParallax.com
TOP LEFT: Hope Street Farmers Market TOP RIGHT: October 19: Halloween Iron Pour at The Steel Yard
September 29-October 5 Jimmy Buffet’s Escape to Margaritaville: Set your mind on island time for a hilarious and heartwarming musical with unforgettable songs. Providence Performing Arts Center, PPACRI. org
OCTOBER October 5 Fall Fest and Craft Fair: Support the Henry Barnard School at Rhode Island College for their fundraiser fair, featuring a color run before the event. Henry Barnard School at Rhode Island College, HenryBarnardSchool.org October 5 TEDxProvidence: Now in its eighth year, TEDx comes back to Providence, inviting talented speakers to address the central theme: Advance. The VETs, TheVetsRI.com October 3-November 3 Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular: Take a stroll through Rhody’s favorite pumpkin patch as it’s lined with thousands of masterfully carved, candlelit gourds. Roger Williams Park Zoo, RWPZoo.org
Beware – these Rhody haunts are not for the faint of heart. If you’re a thrill-seeker, check out any of these eight stops for a scare. 13th World 4097 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland 13thWorld.com
October 10 Daedalus Quartet: This string quartet has performed in the world’s leading concert halls, and makes a stop at McVinney Auditorium. RICMC.org
October 30 Haunted House of Political Horrors: RI NOW hosts a night of games, costume contests, Halloween drinks, food, and more with a political twist. 24 Stimson Ave, RINOW.org
October 11 Ray LaMontagne: Catch the American singer/songwriter’s acoustic tour as it stops at PPAC. Providence Performing Arts Center, PPACRI.org
October 31 Halloween Parade: It’s all about the kiddos at this fun autumn bash. Find pizza, crafts, games, brass band, and, of course, a parade. Brown Street Park, FriendsOfBrownStreetPark.org
October 15 The Halloween Show at AS220: Get into the Halloween spirit with AS220 during a concert featuring Truth Bypassed, Nadine Luchon, and Stone Nobles. Costumes welcomed! AS220, AS220.org October 19 Halloween Iron Pour: Sparks fly at The Steel Yard as crews pour over 2,500 pounds of molten iron to make a series of sculptures come to life. The Steel Yard, TheSteelYard.org October 26 Spooky Zoo at Roger Williams Park: Enjoy a fun, Halloween-themed day at the zoo with daytime outdoor activities, trick-or-treating, animal encounters, and so much more! Roger Williams Park Zoo, RWPZoo.org October 29-November 10 Aladdin: Discover a whole new world at PPAC through the Broadway production of Disney’s Arabian classic. Providence Performing Arts Center, PPACRI.org October 30 Marc Trachtenberg and The Ladies of Lounge: It’s a grown-up Halloween party featuring happy hour concert, cash bar, and snacks. Lippitt House, PreserveRI.org
NOVEMBER November 1-30 LORD of the PIES: Presented by RI Food Fights, this 7th annual pizza-off gives you the chance to sample over 20 different pizza slices made all over Rhode Island in search of the best. Varying locations through November, RIFoodFights.com November 1-3 Rhode Island Comic Con: Experience your favorite comic book characters, celebrity guests, and dozens of events and exhibits. Rhode Island Convention Center, RIComicCon.com November 8-10 Art Providence Show: Formerly known as the RISD Annual Holiday sale, this is a juried exhibition of art, crafts, and design by RISD alumni, New England makers, and beyond. Rhode Island Convention Center, ArtProvidenceShow.com November 9-10 Providence Fall Home Show: This two-day event features all types of home vendors and builders, landscape architects, and remodelers ready to help you design that dream home. Rhode Island Convention Center, RIConvention.com
Factory of Terror 3 Bridal Avenue, West Warwick FactoryOfTerror.com
Field of Screams 179 Plain Meeting House Road, West Greenwich HauntedHayride.net
Fortress of Nightmares 90 Fort Adams Drive, Newport FortressOfNightmares.com
The Haunted Labyrinth 804 Dyer Avenue, Cranston HauntedLabyrinth.com
Scary Acres RI 2150 Scituate Avenue, Hope ScaryAcresRI.com
Seven Cedars Farm 20 John Mowry Road, Smithfield SevenCedarsFarm.us
Slater Park Haunted Tunnel Slater Memorial Park, Pawtucket Facebook: Haunted Tunnel RI
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The Showman Trinity Repertory Theatre puts the complicated life of Buddy Cianci onstage for the first time By Robert Isenberg
On the day I took office I knew as much about being mayor as I knew about brain surgery. If I had known then what the job actually required, I wouldn’t have voted for myself. - BUDDY CIANCI, Politics and Pasta
cumbersome subtitle. This is the world premiere that Rhode Islanders have been clamoring for. This is the production that the Boston Globe dubbed “the new Hamilton.” By the time you read these words, the entire run may be sold out. “It’s such a fascinating, captivating story,” says Tyler Dobrowsky, associate artistic director at Trinity Rep. “It’s almost Shakespearean.” “He was, and is, a very divisive figure,” says Taibi Magar, the show’s director. Like a mix of Hamlet and Lear, Cianci made choices that touched on bigger themes. “I hope the audience walks away pondering the larger questions underneath his story: What made him that way? Was he always that way, or is the system engineered for corruption? How did the leading prosecutor of corruption – in his time – become (arguably) the most corrupt politician we have ever had? Also, why did this story happen in Providence? What is the story of this city?” A play about Cianci might have been produced anytime in the past few years, but Trinity had to wait for the film rights to expire, because they were bundled with the theatrical rights. Indeed, Stanton has
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Obviously, Buddy Cianci should star in a stage play. Why not? The man did everything else. He spent 21 years in office. He prosecuted gangsters. He hosted his own radio show. He sold marinara sauce. He attended Little League games. He kept multiple mistresses. He sometimes flew around in a helicopter. He rose to unprecedented heights of political power; he was convicted of racketeering; he spent more than four years in “a federally funded gated community.” And on and on. But you know all this – whether you live on the East Side or in Honolulu – because the posthumous Buddy Cianci is even more famous than the living Buddy Cianci. Crimetown, which is basically just a chronicle of Cianci’s breakneck life, has become one of the most successful podcasts of all time. David Mamet, the iconic tough-guy dramatist, allegedly wrote a screenplay about him. And even if you skip Cianci’s own autobiography, Politics and Pasta, you may enjoy Mike Stanton’s 2003 bestseller, The Prince of Providence: The True Story of Buddy Cianci, America’s Most Notorious Mayor, Some Wiseguys, and the Feds. This is the book that Trinity Repertory Theatre now adapted for stage, minus the
reportedly entertained several dramatic adaptations of his book, but none of them ever panned out. Once the rights ran out in 2016, the Trinity staff saw their chance. With Stanton’s blessing, Trinity could bring that story to life, beneath spotlights, in the heart of Cianci’s hometown. But how do you solve a problem like Vincent Cianci, Jr.? How do you turn such an epic life into a play? His career is outsized, too colorful to summarize in two hours. What moments do you pick? How do you paint such a controversial figure, such a prismatic personality? Do you include his military service? Do you mention his last-minute engagement to a model half his age? How much time do you dedicate to the assault charges, and how much to the racketeering trial? Couldn’t his relationship with former mayor Joseph Paolino, both combative and fraternal, become its own miniseries? How do you put an entire urban facelift – the downtown mall and rerouted rivers that Cianci championed – on a single stage, if at all? The answer: very carefully. The first step is to hire a confident playwright. George Brant has penned dozens of scripts, and his last contribution to Trinity, Into the Breeches!, was also a historical drama. Before he settled in New York, Brant lived for a decade in Providence, and he knows the city intimately. Next, you build a story around Cianci’s life, showing major events in chronological order. The first act follows his first term in office, concluding with the brutal interrogation of Raymond DeLeo – by far his most infamous chapter. In the second act, we see Cianci’s return to power, the FBI investigation that brought him down, and the prosecution that (sort of) ended his political career. But you have to finesse the details. At least one character is a composite of two real-life people, and much of the dialogue is imagined. Unlike, say, The Laramie Project, The Prince of Providence is not documentary in nature; the play recreates real people, events, and one liners as dramatic scenes. Despite all the broadcasts, depositions, and hidden cameras, there’s a lot of history that no one recorded, and a playwright like Brant needs to connect the dots on his own. Finally, you anchor the production in a single place. The scenes unfold in several locations: in the mayor’s residence, in a radio booth, in a courthouse, even in a moving car. Yet the main set, designed by Sara Brown, found its inspiration in the Alderman Room, one of the chambers in City Hall. Here, the walls are adorned with portraits of past Providence mayors – perhaps symbolizing the legacy of office. Using “lights and other stage tricks,” the audience will be whisked from one place to the next, but the background is always the stately home of City government. A year ago, Brant brought his script to Trinity to be read aloud. This kind of play is
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tricky; its story is based on the exploits of an actual person, and it covers 30 years of local events. But the read-through was a smash. The Trinity staff loved it. “He’s an excellent, excellent writer who’s familiar with Providence,” says Dobrowsky. “Everyone in the room was so impressed with how George was able to tell the story. Everyone was like, ‘This is going to be amazing.’” Retelling these events isn’t easy, but the hardest part about the Cianci story is telling it the right way. Once he was released from prison, the former mayor was fairly open – even good-humored – about his foibles in office. Yet people still love him. To this day, supporters insist that the ends justified the means. Cianci dedicated his life to lifting Providence out of the doldrums. Love him or hate him, there is no way to imagine our capital without his influence. As Judge Ernest Torres put it, at the end of the Operation Plunder Dome trial: “There appear to be two very different Buddy Ciancis. The first is a skilled and charismatic political figure, probably one of the most talented politicians Rhode Island has ever seen. [The other] presided over an administration that is rife with corruption at all levels.”
Trinity has handled delicate topics before: Boots on the Ground told the story of Iraqi war veterans from Rhode Island; the script was based on actual interviews. The America Too series is similarly based on real conversations, dramatizing up-to-the-minute social issues like DACA, race relations, and police conduct. Yet Cianci is a special case. The common refrain is, “Everybody has a Buddy story.” Magar only spent three years in Providence, while a student at Brown, but even she has a story. “The only time I ever encountered him was at The Columbus Day Parade in 2014, as he was campaigning for the election that year,” Magar recalls. “I remember seeing a general hubbub about half a mile down Atwells, and then slowly a crowd gathered around and behind him. It was very cinematic. I remember mostly just finding him mysterious, how could someone be so loved and so hated?” Thanks to Crimetown, millions of people around the world know the intricacies of Cianci’s life, that strange imbalance. From a theatrical standpoint, Brant has tried to humanize Cianci, to explore his many virtues and vices. “We’re not necessarily saying Buddy was a really good guy, but we’re not condemning him, either,” says Dobrowsky. “He was a pugnacious fighter, but also a charismatic person.
There are people who consider him a criminal, but also really like him.” The Trinity staff is expecting a vocal response. The story is close to local hearts – and lest we forget, Cianci passed away only three years ago. As with all Trinity productions, the theater will host a semi-formal talk, Context and Conversation, on October 7 at the Alderman Chambers in City Hall. Hosted by Christina Bevilacqua, Trinity’s “conversationalist in residence,” the series gives any ticket holder the chance to ask questions and hear more about the play. There’s only one downside to producing this play in 2019: Cianci himself isn’t around to see it. If you know the man, you can just picture him socializing in the lobby. You can imagine him waving from his seat on opening night, absorbing applause. What would he think of Scott Aiello, the New York-based actor who will portray him onstage? What would he say of Rebecca Gibel, the actress playing his wife Sheila? The man loved attention, and he knew himself well. When the curtain fell, what zinger would he have offered? “I have been called many things in my career,” Cianci once wrote. “I’ve been ‘America’s most innovative mayor,’ a ‘colorful character,’ and a convicted felon. But no one has ever called me shy.”
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CIDER DONUT TOUR Around the state with Patty J
Before pumpkin spice everything (first it was lattes and now, you can find candles, body wash, protein powder, and the list goes on…) started marking the arrival of autumn in the Northeast, there were apple cider donuts. The fall treats, fried up cake-style with a taste that’s both sweet and tangy, and usually served plain or with a dusting of cinnamon or powdered sugar on top, have since gone on to garner classic eats status. And you can still find some of the best ones right here in Rhode Island – if you know where to look. So, with that in mind, here are spots you “donut” want to miss out on this season. CONFREDA GREENHOUSES & FARMS, CRANSTON People come from all over for the traditional apple cider donuts at Confreda, and as of a few years ago, they’ve also added apple cider donut slushies. They’ve taken the apple cider donut that everyone loves so much and turned it into an edible garnish for an apple cider-based drink that you’ll find yourself fall-ing for!
APPLELAND ORCHARD, GREENVILLE It’s an autumnal rite of passage around these parts. Yes, I’m talking about taking a ride over to Appleland, where you can immerse yourself in the joys of this time of year: apple picking, apple pies, and made-daily-on-the-premises apple cider donuts (let’s call ‘em, ACDs). And they have these scrumptious goodies available every single day now through the holidays.
MA’S DONUTS AND MORE, MIDDLETOWN If you’re looking for a late-night ACD this season (or a pastry year-round), then it’s gotta be Ma’s in Middletown, which is open 24/7. They are also a fave among the locals for their coffee and custom decorated donut cakes.
YOUNG FAMILY FARM, LITTLE COMPTON A drive through the town of Little Compton is always a delight, no matter the time of year. Add a stop at Young Family Farm for some ACDs this fall (available on the weekends only) and the enjoyment factor gets ramped up exponentially. In other words, yum!
KNIGHT FARM APPLE ORCHARD & FARMER'S OMELETTE BREAKFAST, NORTH SCITUATE I originally discovered the restaurant at Knight Farm on a Sunday morning in late September when I was desperately in search of some breakfast (some might say hangry?) and coffee. While there, I spied plenty of people walking out with brown paper bags full of their freshly made, delish ACDs. Go early and get some for yourself before they sell out!
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There is no better time to hike than autumn in New England. The leaves change. The geese honk their way across the sky. The air is crisp and perfect. All over the world, people see photos of our rambling trails – surrounded by that blaze of red and yellow – and they wish they were here. We have plenty of famous footpaths and multi-use trails, from the Cliff Walk to the East Bay Bike Path. But even lifelong Rhode Islanders don’t know all the rustic routes that await them. There are simply too many parks to compile here, so here are some of our favorite out-of-the-way destinations to break in those new boots.
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THE CROSS-COUNTRY HIKER The Sakonnet Greenway Trail cuts through the well-developed landscape of Aquidneck Island, including farms, a polo field, and the Newport Rifle Club. Yet you’ll also find swathes of swamp and forest, plus 10 miles of paths and secondary paths to explore. To really appreciate this island’s varied terrain, Sakonnet is an illuminating walk. Middletown and Portsmouth
THE WEEKEND WARRIOR Diamond Hill State Park is a playground for scrambling and mountain biking; you’ll find plenty of boulders and slopes, as well as still water and leafy vistas. Meanwhile, Diamond Hill is a quick drive from Mercy Woods, Handy Pond, and the Blackstone Valley Bike Trail. You could spend an entire weekend hopping from one forested sanctuary to the next, which carpet the land between the capital and the Massachusetts border. Cumberland and Lincoln
THE CHALLENGE-SEEKER Even by Rhode Island standards, Mount Tom Trail doesn’t really scale a mountain, yet this six-mile loop is a dynamic promenade through the Arcadia Management Area. Arcadia is our state’s largest recreational plot, and Mount Tom is a beautiful sample of those 14,000 acres: there are rolling hills, massive boulders, and an elegant bridge over a glassy brook, along with scattered overlooks. Mount Tom is considered a “rigorous” hike, so come prepared. Exeter
THE EXPLORER Ninigret Park is a sprawling park on the southern coast, most famous as the setting for the Frosty Drew Nature Center and Observatory. But there are also playgrounds, picnic areas, tennis and basketball courts. You could spend an entire day exploring this 227-acre landscape. Ninigret has a storied past: until the 1970s, it was home to the Naval Auxiliary Air Station of Charlestown, and the blistered remains of the old airfield can still be seen today. Charlestown
THE ESCAPIST From the trailhead of the George B. Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge, you can see farms and fields. But the paths runs deep into the woods, over hills and streams. Wildlife is a common sight here, as are the mysterious cairns that dot the landscape. The first loop will get your heart rate up, but the longer loop measures seven miles – which could take most of a day. If you like Parker but don’t have time, try Snake Den State Park, a similar refuge in nearby Johnston. Coventry
THE BUSHWHACKER Not many places in Rhode Island can qualify as a “valley,” and certainly none as scenic as Ell Pond Preserve. Located so far west that it’s practically in Connecticut, the preserve is a rare glimpse of near-wilderness. The “kettle hole” pond is ringed with sloped banks and dense trees, and on a misty morning, Ell can feel as isolated as an Alaskan fjord. The ground can be slippery, especially on the rocky parts, but for many hikers, these setbacks are a small price to pay for a slice of sylvan serenity. Hopkinton
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SEPTEMBER 19 7PM CLIMATE CHANGE THEATRE ACTION PERFORMANCE A stage reading of plays from Wilbury Theatre Group
JANUARY 21- FEBRUARY27 WE SHALL OVERCOME: THE CREATION OF RACISM Exhibition of Black Americana from Onna Moniz Johns Gallery Reception February 6:30-8:30
SEPTEMBER 26TH 7PM THE LOCAL IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE Community Forum featuring information and recommended action from the URI Graduate School of Oceanography and The Coastal Resources Institute OCTOBER 1-31 2019 ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION: ART AND HEALING Exhibition featuring work by Penn State Professor Bill Doan and 20 Rhode Island artists. Gallery Night Reception October 17th 5-9pm. OCTOBER 18 TH 7:30 FROZEN IN THE TOILET PAPER AISLE OF LIFE Solo Performance by Penn State University Professor Bill Doan from the Anxiety Project
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Sunday Funday, Every Day Twin Willows is a great place for a family meal, but it’s also a great place to kick back and have some fun. There’s always a game on in the bar area - there are even televisions in the bathrooms so guests won’t miss a minute of the action. The restaurant also hosts live musicians on weekends (when there isn’t a Patriots game, of course.)
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South County is one of the best beach destinations in New England and like Cape Cod and Newport, only gets better after Labor Day when most of the tourists depart and leave the locals to enjoy the beaches minus the crowds and traffic. Add easy-to-get dinner reservations at even the most popular restaurants and off-season hotel rates, and Fall becomes the best time of year to enjoy a South County “staycation” whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or some quality time by the shore with the kids.
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“A lot of people think you have to get in the car and drive out of state to get away, but we’re fortunate that we live in Rhode Island and it’s beautiful,” says South County hotelier John Bellone, owner of the Breezeway Hotel in Misquamicut and the Hotel Maria, a new boutique hotel that opened on the beach last summer. The hotel’s spacious, mid-century inspired decor and laid-back luxury is best captured in the four 4th-floor Seascape Suites, which each have two bedrooms, two baths, a living room and kitchen – maybe more than you need for a romantic getaway, but you can’t beat the ocean views from the spacious balconies. Mediterranean cuisine is served nightly through mid-September at Maria’s Seaside Cafe (and on weekends after that); hotel guests can order room service through the restaurant or make their way downstairs for a leisurely Sunday brunch that features bottomless Bellinis. Offseason rates starting September 2 make Hotel Maria affordable as well as romantic: expect to pay 30-40 percent less than you would in the summer, with rooms starting around $200 nightly. TheHotelMaria.com
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The Break in Point Judith is a boutique hotel with 16 stylish rooms and rooftop bar, Chair 5, with indoor/ outdoor seating and ocean views. It’s also situated within easy biking distance of three of Rhode Island’s best beaches – Narragansett, Scarborough, and Roger Wheeler – making it a delight for an active getaway. And you can pack light: the hotel will lend you bikes and equip you with beach towels and backpack chairs for a day on the sand. Other nearby options for active outings include Fisherman’s Memorial State Park, which hosts a popular Sunday morning farmers market through the end of October, and the fishing village of Galilee with its restaurants, bars, fishing charters, whale watching tours, and the ferry to Block Island. The hotel concierge can arrange for kayak paddles on the Narrow River and surfboard rentals or lessons at Narragansett Beach. When you need a break from the action, The Break has a heated outdoor saltwater swimming pool that’s open year-round and a small spa and fitness room. Starting October 1, Rhode Island residents can get 10 percent off room rates and a $25 food credit for stays on Sunday-Thursday nights; staying two nights earns 20 percent off the second night, three is 30 percent off the third night, and staying four nights gets you 40 percent off the fourth night. TheBreakHotel.com.
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Fall in the Family
The Breezeway Resort
Fall is back-to-school time, and while that makes it tough to squeeze in an extended vacation, it’s a great opportunity to reconnect with a family staycation. Misquamicut’s Breezeway Resort has hotel rooms, studios, suites, and a cottage to accommodate families of all sizes, and stays include continental breakfast, WiFi so the kids don’t feel disconnected from their friends, and free loaner bikes that you can use to pedal to the beach (just three blocks away), the Watch Hill lighthouse, and the Atlantic Beach amusement park, which stays open ‘til late October. Rates after September 2 start at $169 nightly. BreezewayResort.com Westerly’s historic Weekapaug Inn has been welcoming families since 1899, and the Relais & Chateaux hotel’s history of refined but kid-friendly hospitality has been enhanced in recent years by a $20 million renovation that included creating more spacious rooms and adding lots of on-resort activities, including a resident naturalist to lead nature hikes, motorboat outings on Quonochontaug Pond, and endless kids’ activities organized by staff at the resort’s boathouse recreation center, including moonlight kayak paddles and seal-watching expeditions. And don’t miss the fall pasta nights at the Inn’s restaurant, with three courses of fresh salad, homemade bread, and pasta served family-style, followed by passed desserts. The resort offers a 10 percent discount on stays in October and November (some blackout dates and restrictions apply). WeekapaugInn.com
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Rhode Island may be a small state, but that doesn’t stop countless urban residents from keeping a summer cottage by the beach in the summer, even if it takes a trip of under an hour to make the transition from work life to vacation mode. If you want to do South County like a local, pack a bag for a weekend at the Point Break Cottages in Misquamicut. Owned by Kevin Finnegan, founder of the Ocean Mist beach bar, the half-dozen cottages are arrayed along the Misquamicut shoreline
and can accommodate two to eight people, depending on the unit. All of the cottages are connected by boardwalks and walkways, says property manager Emily King, so groups traveling together “don’t have to hike down the street — everyone is right there.” Some of the cottages are open year-round, others are seasonal. All have TVs and Wifi,
or get a free pizza from Finnegan’s Matunuck Pizza Pie Co. across the street. “You have a lot around you,” says Emily, who estimates that about half of her guests stay because they want to attend a show at the Ocean Mist (ask about discounted or complimentary tickets), while the rest just come down for a beach getaway. Offseason rates at the Point Break
and all are a short walk from the Ocean Mist, where cottage guests can enjoy live music and the beach bar’s excellent daily breakfast,
Cottages go into effect on October 1, with prices starting as low as $125 per night. PointBreakCottages.com.
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Westerly’s Ocean House is the pinnacle of luxury lodging in Rhode Island; in fact, this exquisite reimagining of the classic grand New England beach resort consistently ranks among the top hotels in the world. The hotel is an icon of Victorian elegance with wide porches wrapped around the bright yellow-and-white exterior of the main building, which sits behind the sand dunes of Watch Hill. Guest rooms match the early 20th century elegance of the resort, with refined furnishings and cheerful coastal colors; the grand deluxe rooms have private oceanfront terraces and marble baths with soaking tubs. OceanHouseRI.com. Dining options range from informal lunches on the veranda and the oceanside Dune Cottage to multi-course dinners at the AAA 5-Diamond Coast restaurant where you’ll want to dress your best to match the elegant atmosphere. The hotel’s Oh! Spa is a destination unto itself, with 15,000 square feet of indoor space given over to treatment rooms, a pool, fitness center, salon, and classrooms for yoga and other movement sessions. Signature services include couples’ massages in a private suite with a hydrotherapy tub and beach-stone shower. The resort has an extensive calendar of events from art clinics to lobster bakes and boat cruises, and when it’s time to explore, you can borrow one of the resort’s Mercedes-Benz convertibles and hit the road. The Ocean House’s popularity makes deals hard to come by, but room rates do drop off from summer highs in the fall. If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly option, the nearby Watch Hill Inn, a sister property, offers a 15 percent discount for September and October stays; the hotel has just 21 suites, offers in-room dining and spa services, and affords guests access to all of the amenities at the Ocean House. WatchHillInn.com
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Fellini’s sweetens up dinner with its seasonal pizza To make The Great Pumpkin Pie – that is, the pumpkin-style pizza that Fellini’s makes each year – you need all the flavors of fall: cinnamon, brown sugar, honey, and maple syrup. But unlike grandma’s version, this pumpkin pie also uses spinach, mozzarella, gruyère, chevre, bacon, caramelized onions, and hand-tossed dough. Then, of course, there’s the roasted and puréed pumpkin, which make the pizza what it is. Fellini’s has been making far-out pizzas since 1989, using ingredients that span the supermarket aisles. The Great Pumpkin Pie has become a harvest-time tradition, and you can grab your own anytime between Halloween and November. In theory you could make the thin-crust masterpiece in your own kitchen. All we can say is, good luck. Providence and Cranston, FelliniPizzeria.com -Robert Isenberg
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CLASSIC COMFORTS Embrace the season of nostalgia at some of the most classic diners around the state
In 1872, Walter Scott parked a horse-drawn cart in downtown Providence and sold sandwiches to the newspapermen who worked the overnight shift. Since then, diners have been an integral part of Rhode Island’s food scene. “The way Rhode Islander gives directions – take a left at the old Almacs – you can tell we have attachments to our local businesses, and that includes diners,” says Douglas Stuchel, associate professor at Johnson & Wales’ College of Hospitality Management. “It’s why we continue to visit Del’s and drink coffee milk. It’s why our diners continue to thrive.” While Haven Brothers took the reigns from Scott downtown in 1893, there are vintage diners across the state worth a visit. With chilly fall days perfect for road tripping, plan a food tour starting with five of some of the oldest restored retro eateries in the state. Grab a cup of hot coffee and a plate full of comfort food for your perfect dose of nostalgia.
THE SEAPLANE DINER • PROVIDENCE History: This 1956 O’Mahoney Diner, one of only two in the state, began its life in Woonsocket as Girard’s Diner. In 1973, it relocated near Providence’s port and took its new name from the seaplanes that landed on that stretch of Narragansett Bay. Must Try Dish: While lobster ravioli and shrimp tortellini are not typical diner grub, these lunch specials are filling and delicious.
THE MODERN DINER • PAWTUCKET History: The only J.D. Budkins Co’s Sterling Streamliner currently in operation and the only one entered into the National Register of Historic Places.
Step back to the 1950s inside Seaplane Diner
Must Try Dish: Their Custard French Toast – a happy accident involving an overstock of vanilla pudding – is so delicious, Food Network anointed it the number one diner dish in the country in 2015.
JIGGER’S DINER • EAST GREENWICH History: It began in 1917 as a lunch cart, which was replaced with a car from the Worcester Dining Car Company in 1950. Must Try Dish: Benedict lovers rejoice! There are 11 of them on the menu, including a Johnny Cake and Sausage Benedict that’s gluten-free.
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BISHOP’S 4TH STREET DINER • NEWPORT History: This Newport staple is the second of two O’Mahoney dining cars in Rhode Island and dates back to the early 1950s. Must Try Dish: East Bay-style Johnny Cakes, which are thin and crisp, are a must-order. The turkey for their turkey dinner is roasted in-house, giving it homestyle flavor.
CHAMPS DINER • WOONSOCKET History: This Worcester Lunch Car Company diner was established in 1926 in Park Square. By the 1980s, it sat in a salvage yard in Providence After a full restoration, it reopened in 2015.
Find diner musts like French toast with maple syrup at Seaplane Diner
Must Try Dish: The Salty Sweet, which is two pancakes layered with bacon, Reese’s, and sliced bananas, topped with whipped cream and candied bacon, is worth the trip north.
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CALL US RHODE FASHIONED We put a regional spin on this classic cocktail
By Elyse Major & Nick DelGiudice
As the days shorten, we tend to put away the paper parasols and patterned straws and trade drinks that resemble sunsets in a glass for something a little darker and dare we say, dignified. With so many local makers in the mix, we were inspired to create a concoction based on an Old Fashioned recipe and rename it the Rhode Fashioned. Rich and subtle and in the palette of the season, this drink is perfect for making a brisk evening oh-so-cozy.
RECIPE
RHODE FASHIONED INGREDIENTS • 2 ounces of Sons of Liberty Battle Cry American Single Malt Whiskey • 2-4 dashes of King Ramsey Starfruit Bitters • 1 medium to large sugar cube • 1 small peeled orange slice (keep peel for twist) • 1 large fresh cherry • a few dashes of water
DIRECTIONS In a small rocks or old fashioned glass add a large sugar cube, halved and pitted cherry, peeled orange slice, a few splashes of water, and 2-4 drops of Starfruit Bitters. Muddle well until sugar is dissolved (remove the cherry peel after muddling if not broken down). Add 2 ounces of whiskey and one large ice cube to the glass and stir. Twist the citrus peel to release the oils and run it around the rim of the glass, then drop into the cocktail and serve.
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FARMSTAND TO TABLE With a long list of items harvesting in fall, eating fresh isn’t just a summer thing
By Elyse Major
Wasn’t it just yesterday that you could channel your inner Ina Garten, visit a farmers market, and let the bright offerings displayed on tables and beneath tents inspire your dinner? Insert record scratch: Autumn is arguably an even better time to do plein air shopping – temperatures are generally lower (although, this is New England, afterall) and while the goods may have changed, there is still plenty of vibrant variety to be had. “Fall is one of the best times to shop at the market,” says Leigh Vincola, Farmers Market Program Manager at Farm Fresh Rhode Island. “The cooler days allow for another crop of tender greens as well as the late season crops like winter squash and root vegetables.” Here’s a bunch of our favorite fall things, beyond pumpkins and apples.
CARROTS This sturdy salad standby is always great as a vehicle for dips and hummus, but carrots are also great for soups. Boiled along with a potato or two, mashed and combined with a few cups of stock, and topped with sprigs of dill, you have yourself a comforting dish.
MUSHROOMS Considered a “superfood” for their nutritional value and benefits, mushrooms are much more than just a pizza topping or vessel for breadcrumbs. Try them sautéed or roasted in butter or olive oil with a few lemon squeezes and herbs like thyme or rosemary, for a savory side dish.
RADISHES Good ol’ radishes are a cool season crop and should be plentiful all autumn long. Sliced, they make a colorful and crunchy addition to salads, but chopped and sauteed in olive oil, they’re a splendid alternative to home fries.
W ENDY B ROWN GREEN ONIONS Call them scallions or spring onions if you’d like, but when chopped, these pretty dark green ribbons add a mild onion flavor, sans tears. Try raw in tuna salad, or cooked with scrambled eggs or tofu.
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PUMPKIN SPICE AND EVERYTHING NICE Everyone’s favorite squash finds its way into three inventive Rhode Island beers By Robert Isenberg
Like football and fleece, pumpkin beer is an autumnal rite. A handful of national breweries dominate the market, and most people splurge on, say, the Pumking Imperial Ale from Southern Tier. But before you grab that pricey four-pack, consider one of Rhode Island’s masterful pumpkin-flavored brews. With their imaginative ingredients and clever names, these beers riff on the traditional flavors – and offer a crisp new experience.
NAME: #PumpkinBeer MAKER: Whalers Brewing Company DESCRIPTION: With its built-in hashtag, #PumpkinBeer is ever-ready to be shared. The Whalers staff recommends pairing it with a donut, preferably from Sweet Cakes, a bakery down the street from the brewery. South Kingstown, Whalers.com
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Seeking out the best grape growing regions in the world to bring favorite varietals into local glasses. Wickford. GooseneckVineyards.com Diamond Hill Vineyards Specializing in fruit and grape wines and open year round for free wine tastings. Cumberland, DiamondHillVineyards.com
The Dwares JCC Resource for a wide spectrum of fitness, childcare, spiritual and educational programs. Providence, JewishAllianceri.org The General’s Crossing Up to four unique styles on tap at any time. Jamestown, Facebook: GCBrewhouse The Guild Tap room and beer hall serving locally made brews. Pawtucket, TheGuildRI.com HopArts A diverse group of Southern Rhode Island artists with an open studio tour on October 19-20. HopArts.org Lang’s Bowlarama Entertainment spot and bowling alley. Cranston. LangsBowlarama.com Linden Place Federal-style mansion and house museum. Bristol, LindenPlace.org
October 5-6, 2019 • Providence, RI SATURDAY: Passport to Survivorship, RI Convention Center
PHOTO CREDIT: JOHN A. SIMONETTI
Celebration of Life Festival, Station Park
Flames of Hope
SUNDAY: Gloria Gemma Run-Walk Series, Station Park
For more information, visit gloriagemma.org
A Celebration of Life™
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1 0 th A N N I V E R S A R Y S E A S O N LineSider Brewing Family-friendly with food trucks and live music. East Greenwich, LineSiderBrewing.com Pawtucket/Central Falls Restaurant Week Participating restaurants in Pawtucket and Central Falls offer special menus/pricing on September 22-28. RestaurantWeekPCF.com The Providence Flea Urban flea market featuring vintage vendors and makers every Sunday. ProvidenceFlea.com Providence Children’s Museum Hands-on creative learning environment with programs for young children. Providence, ChildrenMuseum.org
Photography by Kelly Colucci
Sponsors:
Rhode Island Red Food Tours Walking food tours in Providence and Newport. RhodeIslandRedFoodTours. com
December 20, 2019 www.ProvidenceBallet.com
Eva Marie Pacheco, Artistic Director RISD Museum The 20th largest art museum in the United States. Providence, RISDMuseum.org Roger Williams Park Zoo Animals, encounters, and education at New England’s top zoo. Providence, RWPZoo.org Shaidzon Brewery Inspired globally, brewed locally. Kingston. ShaidzonBeer.com
West
The Strand Concert hall for pop, rock and blues acts. Providence, TheStrandRI.com
From residential remodeling to commercial construction and upgrades, we’ve experienced it all and will help you every step of the way. Call us at 401.423.2846.
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Taproot Brewing Company Unfiltered beers made in small batches. Middletown, TaprootBrewing.com The Umbrella Factory A unique compound of shops, gardens, an eatery, and farm animals. Charlestown, FantasticUmbrellaFactory.com URI Urban Arts & Culture Program Presents a diverse spectrum of visual and performing arts programming. Providence campus, URI.edu
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Warwick Mall Shopping mall with a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. WarwickMall.com
The Farmer’s Daughter Large farm with florals and garden accessories. South Kingstown,TheFarmersDaughterRI.com
Bettola Next level Italian dishes and build-yourown-pizza. Cranston, Bettola.com
Whalers Brewing Company Bring your own food (and dog), sample a rotating list of beers, and play games in the taproom. South Kingstown, Whalers.com
Pippin Apple Orchard Pick your own apples, plus a market with fresh baked pies and pastries. Cranston, PippinOrchard.com
Bluefin Grille Elevated eatery offering a seafood-driven menu and cocktails inside the Marriott. Providence, MarriottProvidence.com
WinterHawk Vineyards New winery, tasting room coming in 2020. West Kingston. Facebook: WinterHawkVineyards
Rhode Island Fruit Growers Association Made up of over 30 local farmers, has grown high quality fruits and vegetables for 100 years. RIFruitGrowers.org
Cafe Water Street Dockside cafe with gourmet crepes and coffee. Warren, CafeWaterStreet.com
FARMS
Sunset Farm A working farm with fresh beef, gorgeous grounds, and a food truck. Narragansett, Sun-
Coastal Growers A year-round farmers market: spring-fall at Casey Farm (North Kingstown) and Quest Montessori School (Narragansett). CoastalMarket.org Confreda Greenhouses & Farms Weekly Fall Harvest Festival features a corn maze, PYO pumpkins, farm animals and more. Hope, ConfredasFallFest.com
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RESTAURANTS Basta Italian cuisine and wood-fired pizzas in a stylish setting. Cranston, BastaOnBroad.com
CAV Restaurant Global menu and feels, plus craft cocktails and brunch. Providence, CavRestaurant.com Coast Guard House Legendary restaurant with “pinch me” ocean views. Narragansett, TheCoastGuardHouse.com Cafe Nuovo Global dishes artfully presented with a big wine list. Providence, CafeNuovo.com
Village of
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www.mtkpizzapie.com
792-4977 895-920 Matunuck Beach Road. South Kingstown. Rhode Island
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Golden Crest Nursing Centre
Celebrating
50 YEARS Of Service!
Compassion Commitment Consistency EXCEPTIONAL NURSING HOME & POST-SURGERY REHAB CARE Compassion
Putting the needs of others first
Consistency
Providing the best possible nursing care service, always
100 Smithfield Road, North Providence • 353–1710 • GCNCare.com
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Commitment
Dedication to service and the pursuit for excellence
— Family Owned & Operated By The Pezzelli Family —
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Expelled soot from a furnace or boiler malfunction can cover walls, ceilings, cabinets, carpets, furniture, bedding, drapes and everything else in your home with a thin, oily film. DIY attempts to wash away soot with typical cleaning supplies often end up in disaster. Soot cleanup requires the expertise of a professional company like Single Source. We use special techniques and materials to thoroughly clean and deodorize all affected items and surfaces—getting you back to normal FAST.
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Heng PVD Thailand street food on the East Side of Providence. Providence, HengPvd.com Jimmy’s Port Side Restaurant Seasonal standby for locally sourced seafood. Galilee, JimmysPortside.com Mews Tavern Elevated pub fare with 69 beers on tap and a whiskey bar. Wakefield, MewsTavern.com Ocean Mist Beach bar featuring pub and Mexican fare and live music daily. Matunuck, OceanMist.net Pannoni’s BYOB with a fun and patriotic theme. Bristol, PannonisRestaurant.com Phil’s Grille Diner fare downstairs, upscale food upstairs, plus rooftop deck. Wakefield, PhilsMainStreetGrille.com
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Haruki Japanese Restaurant Introduced RI to highest quality and fusion sushi. Providence and Cranston, HarukiSushi.com
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SEE FOR YOURSELF
SPECIAL FOR NEW MEMBERS!
13 12 months for the price of
Personal Training | Heated Indoor Pool | Basketball Gymnasium Pickle Ball | Free-Weights | Machines | Group Ex and more!
Fresh Thai tastes at Tong D’s two locations
There’s no better way to understand who we are and all that we have to offer than to SEE FOR YOURSELF. Call us to schedule a tour, or stop by our beautifully renovated location on Providence’s East Side.
Valid 9/1/19 - 9/30/19. For annual memberships only. Cannot be combined with any other offers.
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Dwares Rhode Island
T’s Restaurant RI favorite with all day breakfast-brunch. Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett; TsRestaurantRI.com Tong D Original Thai and Asian specialties. Barrington and South Kingstown, TongDRestaurant.com The Revival Craft Kitchen and Bar Focusing on American fare and craft beer. Warren and East Greenwich, TheRevivalCraftKitchenAndBar.com
SHOPPING BABS Fine handmade handbags. Hope Artiste Village, Pawtucket, BabsEtc.com Carmen and Ginger Vintage goods store located at the Providence Arcade. Providence, CarmenAndGinger.com Conanicut Marine Gift Shop Sailing and boating apparel and gifts. Jamestown, ConanicutMarina.com
Celebrating Family Fun at our
26th Annual Fall Festival ! OPEN EVERY WEEKEND | SEPTEMBER 14 - OCTOBER 28 FUN PARK WITH KIDDIE RIDES & ANIMAL BARNYARD Cows • Chickens • Pigs • Turkeys • Goats PICK YOUR OWN PUMPKINS & OLD FASHIONED HAYRIDES
EVERY WEEKEND
FLASHLIGHT NIGHTS Navigate through our Amazing MAiZE After Dark. Enjoy S’mores by the FIre & a cup of Cider! SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
2150 Scituate Avenue, Hope (Western Cranston) 401-827-5000 • ConfredasFallFest.com
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B A B S fine handmade handbags
introducing
WAXT canvas bags
The newest addition to the BABS collection of handbags and travel bags. Waxed canvas is durable, supple and easy to clean. In fact, it can be used for many years without washing. A periodic cleaning with a damp cloth is all that is necessary.
BABS
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Cory Farms Past & Presents Unique antiques and gifts for the home. Portsmouth, CoryFarmsRI.com Craftland Shop Handmade goods including tableware, kitchen towels, and wall art. Providence, CraftlandShop.com Crosswynds Traders Brand-name clothing at bargain prices. Narragansett, CrosswyndsTraders.com Empire Guitars Coolest used and vintage guitars, as well as musical equipment. Providence, EmpireGuitarsRI.com Fabric Gallery Window treatments, bedding, upholstery and more. North Kingstown. FabricGalleryRI.com Fetch RI Holistic pet boutique and supply store. Richmond, FetchRI.com
Rhode Island’s
D.E. Vine
honey balsalmic vinaig rette
in addition to salads
D.E. Vine salad dressing is excellent for marinating chicken, seafood, poultry, beef & Mushrooms.
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fine dining establishments
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Fireplace Showcase Stoves, fireplaces, and fireplace inserts, and outdoor products. Seekonk, MA. TheFireplaceShowcase.com Gil’s Appliances Cooking, refrigeration, laundry, and seasonal appliances. Bristol and Middletown, GilsAppliances.com Hack & Livery General Store Home decor and accessories, including candles, pottery, and gifts. Hope Valley. Imagine Gift Store New England’s largest gift store. Warren, GiftImagine.com Johnson’s Roadside Farm Market Twenty acre family farm and market. Swansea, JohnsonsRoadsideMarket.com Jules Antiques Antiques, collectibles, gifts, vintage, and old fashioned general store items. Richmond, JulesAntiquesRI.com
Fall Farmer's Market EVERY SATURDAY THROUGH OCTOBER 26 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
-FARMERS-ARTISANS-FOOD-MUSICCasey farm, 2325 boston neck rd, saunderstown, RI COASTALMARKET.ORG
FACEBOOK.COM/COASTALGROWERS rain or shine. no pets please!
& GENERAL STORE
Antiques • Vintage • Collectables Pick your own apples at Pippin Apple Orchard in Cranston
8,000 sq. ft. • OPEN 7 DAYS 320 Kingstown Road, Richmond (Route 138) 401-539-2925 • JulesAntiquesRI.com
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Express yourself
MEMORY CARE ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCE
HEADSHOTS | EVENTS | FOOD
Photo courtesy of Peter Pots Pottery
Our uplifting environment and special approach to Alzheimer’s and dementia care have created a quality of life you simply can’t get anyplace else.
(401) 944-2450
FOR A PERSONAL TOUR Convenient to US Hwy 6 and I-295 in Johnston, RI
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BRANDON HARMON PHOTOGRAPHY 508-498-9584 hello@brandonharmon.com brandonharmon.com
Kitchen Guys Kitchen supply and design store featuring scratch-and-dent appliances. Pawtucket, KitchenGuys.com Kreatelier Fabric and design retailer offering a variety of home accents. Providence, Kreatelier.com
Candy Trays • Salt Water Taffy • Wide Assortment of Chocolate Assorted Chocolates • Buttercrunch • Turtles • Gourmet Truffles Sugar-free Chocolates & Non-Chocolate Novelties • Gift Baskets
Main St. Candy Penny candy, Sweenor’s Chocolate, lollipops, and much more. Wakefield, FB: MainStreetCoffee OMO Jewels & Gifts American-made ceramics, hand-blown glass, and decorations. Westerly, OmoJewels.com The Paint Shoppes Independently owned store providing high-quality paint, supplies, decor, and more. Locations in Providence, East Providence, Johnston, Warwick and West Warwick. ThePaintShoppesRI.com
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Perfect Touch Interiors Retail showroom features choices for window treatments, furniture, lighting, and more. Cranston. PerfectTouchInteriors.com Peter Pots Pottery Pottery showroom displaying handcrafted
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Fine Thai Cuisine
FULL BAR • LUNCH • DINNER • GLUTEN FREE VEGAN • PARTY • CATERING • TAKE OUT
Handmade pottery at Peter Pots Pottery in West Kingstown
Happy Hour Daily 3-6pm
APPETIZERS STARTING AT $1.50 BEER $2.50 • WINE $4.50 • COCKTAILS $6 stoneware. West Kingston, PeterPots.com Providence Picture Frame Custom, ready-made, and DIY framing for photography, artwork, and antique maps. as well as restoration and installation services. Providence. ProvidencePictureFrame.com Rustigian Rugs Showroom features rug and carpet samples from around the world, as well as fine home accessories. Providence. RustigianRugs.com
Hours: MON: CLOSED | TUE-THU: 11:30AM-9:30PM FRI-SAT: 11:30AM-10PM | SUN: 4PM-9:30PM 50 South County Commons Way • South Kingstown • (401) 783-4445 • tongdsk.com
Anthony Fine Art Painting
Sweenor’s Chocolate Handmade chocolates, fudge, truffles, and novelties. Garden City and Wakefield, SweenorsChocolates.com Wakefield Liquors Offering a large selection of wines, beers, and spirits for any event and budget. Wakefield. WakefieldLiquors.com Wendy Brown Home Boutique with fine items such as tableware and home accessories. Providence, WendyBrownHome.com Whimsies Art-inspired gift shop and gallery. Warren, FB: Whimsies
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LAST LOOK
NERD OUT Fans assemble in Providence for the ultimate comic-lover’s event Rhode Island Comic Con is back and geekier than ever. The much-anticipated, weekend-long convention invites comic, movie, and sci-fi fans from all multi-verses to converge on the Rhode Island Convention Center to meet n’ greet both characters and creators. Find your favorites and go grab an autograph to add to your collection. Celebrity guests include Chevy Chase (National Lampoon, Caddyshack, Community), William Shatner (Star Trek), and Evanna Lynch (Harry Potter). Whether you’re a casual sci-fi fan or die-hard otaku, RICC will bring your shows and comic books to life and leave you with enough memorabilia and newfound friends to last until the next one. RIComicCon.com -Megan Schmit Photography by Tony Pacitti
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