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Contents So Rhode Island • March 2018

33 Family Fun

Photography by Kendall Pavan St. Laurent

Cover Story

16 ways to get your family out and having fun all over Southern Rhode Island

High-flying family fun at Arielle Arts in East Greenwich (p. 31)

Departments So Happening

24 Social Network: Scenes from

77 Life/Style: Empty nesters settle in a

86 Foodie Tastemaker: In the kitchen

15 The URI campus gets historic

this year’s Women’s March at

beautiful Bonnet Shores bungalow

with Mariner Grille’s Chef Artur Akapov

recognition

the State House

80 Whole Body: Climb to new

88 Foodie Journal: Cey Cey’s brings

16 Local talent takes the stage

29 Calendar: Events you can’t

fitness heights in Peace Dale

something fresh to Wakefield

in Wakefield

miss this month

18 A North Kingstown couple have made a retirement home for dogs

20 The Westerly Sound Concert

Leading Ladies

So Delicious 83 Trend: The Coast Guard House

43 Get inspired by these passionate

keeps it romantic long after

leaders who are making a difference

Valentine’s Day

92 Restaurant Guide: Loosen your belts – there’s a lot of deliciousness to be had

So Approved

Series is bringing exciting acts to South County

So Stylish 22 Light up the night at the 6th

75 What’s In Store: Kid finds for

annual Lantern Parade in Jamestown

days at Teddy Bearskins

84 Review: Rediscovering a taste

98 Breakfast meets dessert with

of Spain in Narragansett

these South County donuts

ON THE COVER: Green Line Apothecary keeps its 1940s taps flowing with old-fashioned ice-cream drinks. Photography by Kendall Pavan St. Laurent

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Twenty-nine acres of the campus now comprise the URI Historic District

Recognizing Rhody History URI’s campus earns a spot on the national list of historic landmarks In January, URI’s main campus was officially recognized as a historic district by the National Park Service. Taking up approximately 29 acres, the new University of Rhode Island Historic District contains 17 buildings and structures that span the university’s 130-year history.

Among the buildings included in the district is The Watson Farmhouse, the oldest structure on campus. Originally built around 1796, it was purchased by URI in 1888 and converted into a women’s dormitory. Another is the Robert L. Carothers Library, which was originally spread across seven on-campus locations upon its founding in

1892, before moving to its current location in 1964. The district also includes monuments like the Old Ben Butler Civil War cannon and the WWI Memorial Gateway, built in 1928 to honor the 23 URI students who lost their lives during the war.

“This was a major milestone for URI,” says J. Vernon Wyman, a URI graduate and current Assistant Vice President of Business Services, who worked with the Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage commission to nominate URI for the National Register. “These buildings tell a compelling story.” Kingston, URI.edu –Anna Plouffe

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Get Dramatic Emerging talent takes the stage in Contemporary Theater Company’s Springboard Season

The final shows of the season include artistic manifestos, an homage to film noir, and post-WWII absurdism

This month, Contemporary Theater Company is staging the last three shows of its Springboard Season lineup. The annual program highlights works created by upand-coming local playwrights and directors looking to experiment with their craft

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by staging performances that are inspiring, intimidating, and utterly fascinating. The final three shows will all vary in subject and style, but all share a common thread in allowing the writers, directors, and performers to explore their artistic passions and

excite audiences.

Curated by Kelly Robertson, the performances in Hear Me Roar will have real local artists acknowledging their inspirations and fears by sharing their personal manifestos. For some of the actors, musicians,

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one level living in town visual artists, jugglers, and designers involved, the March 2 performance will be their first time on stage. Audiences will not only hear these written manifestos, but also see the artists’ creative journeys and get a personal glimpse into the minds of different artists and their mediums and, with that, deeper insight into our own desires and intentions to create.

On March 9 and 16, The Big Chase pays homage to the classic film noir, but incorporates a modern twist by solving the who-done-it through a full-length improvisational play directed by Neal Leaheey.

One performer will take on the role of Private Detective each night, and must figure out the identity of a dangerous criminal who is hiding among the rest of the cast. Traditional gender roles are turned on their sides as performers improvise their characters and slowly reveal their involvements within this thrilling mystery. As the Private Detective gradually uncovers more about the case and how the other performers play into it, so does the audience.

Insect, written by aspiring playwright Claudia Bach with first-time direction by Ryan Sekac, is a one-act absurdist play set in post-World War II England going up on March 30 and 31. Audiences follow aging British women Hattie and Cleo as they search for answers after Hattie is bitten by an unidentifiable bug. Looking to find out what the bite will do, Hattie and Cleo journey through their pasts and start to question what it means to live with the limited time we are all given.

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The well-being of senior dogs isn’t at the top of a lot of prospective pet owners’ minds, but the sad fact remains that older animals are often overlooked in shelters.

Kristen and Marc Peralta, owners of the

nonprofit animal retirement and hospice home Vintage Pet Rescue in North Kingstown, are doing their part to change that.

“A few years ago, we took in a little Maltese as a hospice dog,” Kristen recounts.

Escape the Ordinary “She was a little old lady that we named Rue. We only expected her to live for a few months, but she really started thriving in our house. We had her for a year and a half and when she passed we adopted another senior in her memory.”

Since then, the pair has worked closely with shelters across the state and throughout New England to offer a comfortable life for dogs in their twilight years. The dogs are given a full checkup from a vet to address any health concerns, plenty of cage-free space in a loving home to wander, and stylish new sweaters: “Our elderly pups need to be cozy!” They also get kitschy beds made from flea market finds like old TVs and suitcases that the Peraltas have repurposed. “We love finding old items and turning them into something that can still be used, so I try to repurpose items as much as possible.”

Not all of the residents of Vintage Pet Rescue come from shelters. Some come from loving homes that, for one reason or another, can no longer give them the special care and attention they need.

“It is a very difficult decision for owners to make, but we try to help them through the process as much as possible,” Kristen says. “Sometimes we can offer suggestions that will allow them to keep their dogs. For the dogs that do end up coming to Vintage Pet Rescue, we allow the previous owners to come visit.”

It’s hard work, but for the Peraltas the joy of having these animals in their lives is worth the pain of losing them. And for the owners and shelters who give their dogs over to Vintage Pet Rescue, there’s an immeasurable comfort in knowing that they’ll be cared for.

“We just want to make sure that their last months or years are comfortable and filled with love,” says Kristen.

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Westerly Rocks A new concert series is bringing exciting musicians to The Knickerbocker

Spirit Family Reunion and other touring acts will perform as part of the series

MARCH 10-18 Fun educational events about brain science and brain health March 10 Through Our Eyes: Visual and Performing Arts

by People with Autism March 11 Providence Brain Art Fair March 12 Alzheimer’s Disease Expert Talk and Study Participation March 13 Mental Tapas: Reframing Mental Illness March 14 Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: When Too Much is Not Enough March 15 Neuro-Advocacy in Lil’ Rhody: Brain Health, Brain Illness, and Brain Research March 16 The Story Collider March 17 & 18 Brain Fairs: Brown University and University of RI

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Described as “an ongoing series of cultural happenings,” the Westerly Sound Concert Series is creating the platform for both big and small acts to share the stage in South County, including at The Knickerbocker

Music Center in Westerly.

Of course, the Knick is no stranger to the live music scene. Since 1933, the storied music venue has hosted thousands of acts, becoming, a warm wooden haven for folk,

AL LN EW ! jazz, and blues lovers alike. Mark Connolly, the Knick’s executive director, has seen this deep appreciation for live arts grow for generations: “As times changed, the music at the Knick has evolved as well,” he says. And to continue the nearly century-old legacy, Connolly explains, the venue “needed to offer music from a wide variety of genres to attract a younger audience, while still offering the blues.”

Sean Spellman, curator of the Westerly Sound Concert Series, had the same vision when he began to imagine musical and cultural events being hosted throughout Southern Rhode Island. Between the club’s intimate setting and its longstanding reputation for the arts, there was no doubt that The Knickerbocker would be the perfect place to start. Spellman, a musician himself, curated the music series to “increase the amount of traveling bands/ musicians that come through the club” and to push these artistic boundaries in and around Westerly.

“The Westerly Sound music series helps us continue to offer a wider range of music, bringing in artists that have never played at the club and their fans that will follow,” Connolly says. The series, he hopes, will expose those in the community to acts big and small that they may never have heard of, or would never have the opportunity to see in such an intimate setting.

The Knickerbocker Music Center will be hosting Providence’s own Horse Eyed Men on March 8 and Brooklyn songstress Swimming Bell with Drew Victor on March 29. Going forward, the Westerly Sound Concert Series will bring the raw energy of Spirit Family Reunion (April 14) and acts touring nationally and internationally, including Michael Nau (April 25) and Stelth Ulvang from The Lumineers (May 11). “It’s very cool to have folks from larger bands play in the Knickerbocker,” Spellman says. Westerly, KnickMusic.com; Facebook: Westerly Sound Concert Series –Ava Callery

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Festivals and parades around the world make the darkest, shortest days of the year easier to get through. China, for example, celebrates with the Lantern Festival: thousands of lanterns of different shapes and sizes are lit and set adrift in the sky and water, some with riddles written on them, some with wishes folded inside them, and some shaped to symbolize family and well-being.

Jamestown Art Center (JAC) has created its own tradition to light up the darkest nights: the Lantern Workshop, Parade, and Festival, on March 2.

The parade was started by the organization Concrete Couch, which works with kids and community groups to create public art; it pitched a lantern spectacular to JAC inspired by Asian and Chinese New Year celebrations and similar solstice festivals in

England. Three workshops for both kids and adults are offered during the week of the festival, using translucent materials to create lanterns of all shapes and sizes and run by multimedia artist Susie Mathews and ceramics studio manager Jon Baylor. “For us, it’s a great community-building activity involving creations of projects in groups and culminating around a celebration where those creations are ‘activated’,” says Seamus Hames, JAC’s arts education coordinator. On parade day, families will walk down Narragansett Ave with their beautifully glowing lanterns lighting up the sky. After the parade, the festival begins back at the JAC with food and refreshments. The lanterns will shine together, a celebration of the strength of the community through the arts. Jamestown, JamestownArtCenter.org –Katerina Batchelder

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1 Sip Your Way Back in Time

Once, the soda fountain was also a fountain of youth. On every Main Street, there was a pharmacy with a soda fountain attracting crowds of kids. Green Line Apothecary is modeled on that vintage vision. “Going to the pharmacy is everyone’s least favorite thing to do,” says Christina Procaccianti, owner and head pharmacist. “We are trying to do it a much more fun way.” The Wakefield location is a functional pharmacy, where you can order meds and flu shots. But unlike the local Walgreens, Green Line has the ice cream-topped soft drinks of yesteryear, and the pump-and-jerk taps are restored 1940s originals. Sweeter yet: Procaccianti concocted the sodas herself, and every shake and float is mixed with all-natural ingredients. The venue is a hit with her three daughters. “We do put them to work a little bit,” says Procaccianti with a laugh. “They have to earn their free ice cream.” Wakefield, GreenlineApothecary.com SORhodeIsland.com • March 2018

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2 Get Hands-On With Art

No well-rounded childhood is complete without sculpting a vessel out of clay, coating it in glaze, and firing it up in the kiln. The Kids’ Pottery class is the perfect studio for learning basic ceramics, and children can learn at their own pace in a monthlong crash course. The Jamestown Art Center is packed with youth-oriented workshops, and some cater to kids as young as three. This bright and multifaceted facility offers instruction in everything from painting to digital photography, and some classes let entire families join in. Check out the April calendar for a series of specialized “vacation camps.” Jamestown, JamestownArtsCenter.org

Before they master the intricacies of key signatures and major scales, children like to sing songs and make noise. Offered by the Chorus of Westerly, the Music & Movement Program is designed to introduce kids four to six years old to the magic of instruments and dance.

Once they’ve experimented with sound and rhythm, young singers can add their voices to Westerly’s acclaimed chorus. There’s an audition, but kids don’t have to be prodigies; the choir directors just want to assess their skill level. Westerly, ChorusOfWesterly.com

4 Solve Mysterious Mysteries

You have 60 minutes to infiltrate the mob. Will you be the youngest detective ever to go undercover and get out alive? You have stiff competition: one RI Riddle Room upstart was seven years old. A cult phenomenon across the country, this fully interactive game requires a group of players to problem-solve their way out of a room. The Riddle Room in East Greenwich is designed for adults, but children under 18 can join with a waiver, and children under 14 can test their skills with adult supervision. East Greenwich, RIRiddleRoom.com

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5 Find Your Inner Crafter

You don’t often get to do crafting with an expert in Lego robotics. But Lynn Murphy is no ordinary crafter: the East Greenwich-based artisan went to New England Tech for software engineering, and she later became a local TV personality with her program Time to Design. When she’s not sewing, quilting, or painting, Murphy is teaching area students how to build and program robots. Craftersnight started as a painting night during the Main Street Stroll, but Murphy’s events have become a touchstone of the East Greenwich arts scene. Murphy hosts crafty birthday parties and arts-oriented summer camps, plus individual lessons and events for adults. East Greenwich, CraftersNight.com

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When it comes to live theater, there are all kinds of things you can do onstage: comedy, drama, improvisation, even poetry. Your child can learn all these forms at Wakefield’s Contemporary Theatre Company. The company is best known for its adult productions, like the forthcoming Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead in April, but the organization also hosts a variety of after-school classes, including a Saturday morning drama club, a juggling workshop, and even a Shakespeare Summer Camp for grade schoolers. Wakefield, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com

7 Shake Hands With Marine Life

Everybody loves seals, and the seal-watching tour is just one of the activities that has made Save the Bay such a beloved organization. The Newport headquarters are well trafficked, but science-minded kids will also enjoy the Save the Bay South Coast Center, where they can touch native marine life, hear stories, and use crafting materials to create their own undersea creatures. Westerly, SaveBay.org/SouthCoastCenter

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Birthday parties are so much more fun when you get to pet a shark. This is one of the perks of Biomes, New England’s only private facility dedicated to marine education: you can rent the entire place and invite 20 young partygoers. If your child has an affection for mollusks and crustaceans, there’s no better way to celebrate a new year than a hands-on tour of the aquaria, where children can caress horseshoe crabs to their hearts’ content. If that sounds a bit epic for your little one, you don’t have to do the full 20,000 leagues – you can just tell Biomes you’re coming during regular hours with a pint-sized posse and get $1 off each ticket. Finally, for toddlers too small to appreciate the full breadth of undersea ecology, there’s Ruby’s Play Center, an aqua-themed rec room. North Kingstown, BiomesCenter.com

9 Act Out… in a Good Way

When the “theater bug” bites, it bites hard. For 30 years, the Rhode Island Youth Theatre has introduced local children to acting and stagecraft, producing over 200 shows and training more than 12,000 pupils. What began as a summer camp called Fantasy Works Youth Theatre is now a pillar of Rhode Island’s arts education scene: the Youth Theatre hosts after-school programs, improv classes, a summer musical series, and the “Young PlayRIYTs Mentoring Network” for fledgling dramatists.

Whether your child wants to belt out the songs of Les Misérables or play prop master for The Outcast of Sherwood Forest, RIYT has set the stage. Saunderstown, RIYT.org

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See if this is familiar: you walk into your child’s preschool, you see a room overflowing with toys and games, and you think, “Why can’t my kid just hang out here all the time?” Enter KidZone, a large indoor playground with hobby horses, inflatable slides, and everything in between. Kids can migrate from one “play station” to the next, and while some may prefer hurling basketballs and high-octane games of tag, others can embrace stuffed animals or quietly paint at the crafting table. Established by veteran pre-K teacher Heather Wyman Wall, KidZone is a warm indoor space for kids up to seven years old. (Note the new location at Hunts River Commons, 80 Frenchtown Road.) North Kingstown, KidZoneRI.Vpweb.com

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12 Unleash Your Inner Spider-Man

Climbing walls were originally designed for beefy adults, but preteens and teens are often natural climbers, thanks to their featherweight physiques. And what about toddlers? Once a month, Rock Spot in Peace Dale hosts an intro session for teeny, tiny climbers – because if they’re old enough to walk, they’re old enough to find handholds on a three-foot-tall platform. Other kids’ classes are neatly divided into age groups, such as the Jelly Beans (four to six years old), Stone Runners (six to eight), Super Stone Runners (nine to 12), and Teen Climb (13 and up). With a one-to-four instructor ratio, young alpinists receive close instruction in safe climbing and belay techniques, building their skills from the ground up. Peace Dale, PeaceDale.RockSpotClimbing.com

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Aerial performance is like anti-gravity gymnastics: artists climb long silk sheets, then wrap themselves in the fabric, stretching and posing with the dexterity of contortionists. But most able-bodied people can learn to do aerials, thanks to studios like Arielle Extreme. Seasoned coaches train their protégés in a voluminous gym, and aerial novices levitate above a mat-cushioned floor. All age groups are welcome, and children as young as six have suspended themselves from the Aerial Arts ceiling. Youth classes generally take place in the evenings, but kids can also sign up for private lessons.

East Greenwich, ArielleArts.com

13 Lace Up and Skate

Most winter sports take place during, well, winter. But ice skating is a year-round activity, thanks to the South County Skating School at the Boss Arena. Outfitted with a helmet and a trained instructor, young skaters can learn to glide and twirl during hour-long, eight-week courses. The curriculum is designed for ages four and up, including adults. Kingston, BossIceArena.com

14 Bust Out Gnarly Tricks

Woodland BMX is home to a manicured BMX track, a family-friendly atmosphere, and formal racing events on a USABMX-sanctioned course. The Woodland BMX Parents Org is a registered nonprofit, whose purpose is to coach and equip bicyclists of all ages. Adults are welcome to coast the berms, but the closely monitored track is ideally suited for youngsters with quick reflexes and energy to burn. Not sure where to start? The First 10 Weeks Program is a specially designed clinic for training young riders in the art of BMX. West Greenwich, WoodlandBMX.com

15 Gaze Into Infinity and Beyond

Every Friday night, visitors arrive at the Frosty Drew Observatory in Ninigret Park, where they take a gander at the cosmos through the facility’s many high-powered telescopes. Far from big-city light pollution, young scientists can browse the millions of astral bodies that speckle a clear sky. During the summer, kids can also enroll in Nature Week, an outdoor bonanza of bird-watching, aquarium-building, flower-pressing, and the launching of miniature rockets, all hosted by the Frosty Drew Nature Center.

Charlestown, FrostyDrew.org

Beginners’ Bowling Bowling might be the perfect cold-weather game: it’s indoors, it’s mildly physical, and you’re encouraged to snack the whole time. South County has three bowling alleys, and they’re positioned in three corners of the region, so the drive is never that far. Each venue is primarily designed for adults, but children are always welcome, and some times are specially

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A “disc” usually costs about $10 at your local sporting goods store – and the rest of disc golf is basically free. Also known as “Frolf,” this game is played exactly like golf, except that the “ball” is a frisbee and the “hole” is a free-standing metal basket with chains. The Ninigret Park Disc Golf Course is South County’s singular place to play, with 18 different holes and plenty of sylvan scenery.

This game is an economical mix of strategy and outdoor play, and kids are so focused on winning that they don’t realize they’ve walked more than 5,000 feet! Charlestown, Facebook: Ninigret Disc Golf

Up north, you’ll find Kingstown Bowl (KBowl.com), which specializes in kids’ birthday parties. Old Mountain Lanes (OldMountainLanesRI.com) also hosts kids’ parties in Wakefield, and there’s a roomful of arcade games as well, catering to all ages. Finally, the young’uns can join the Saturday Kids’ Club at Alley Katz (AlleyKatzRI.com) in Westerly, and the whole family can celebrate the coming weekend at the Friday Fun Club.

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The Providence Rink at the Alex and Ani City Center recently unveiled its brand-new bumper cars. The 16 brightly colored cars – the first on an outdoor rink in the country, BTW – take over half of the rink Mondays through Fridays and Saturday nights. And don’t worry, they’ll still be around after the ice has melted for the season. Downtown, TheProvidenceRink.com

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If cabin fever is starting to kick in, why not take the kids someplace where they can literally bounce off the walls? Sky Zone Providence takes the thrill of bouncing on a trampoline to new heights by creating a space dedicated to the art of bouncing. Land big air jumps safely into a foam pit, score high-flying slam dunks, monkey across the wobbly sky ladder, and more with high-energy games and stunts for all ages. East Providence, SkyZone.com

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JOANNE M. DALY, CDFA ® First Vice President , Financial Advisor and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, Morgan Stanley

Joanne has truly made it her mission to help her clients become financially empowered and engaged in their finances, to help ensure they make informed smart decisions about their money. back control of their financial future.

As a result of Joanne’s personal experiences, she has truly made it her mission to help her clients become financially empowered and engaged in their finances, to help ensure they make informed smart decisions about their money. “I am their wealth coach, helping them navigate through their financial journey,” Joanne says. “I essentially act as their personal CFO, helping them in many financial aspects of their life and working in collaboration with

their attorneys, mediators and CPAs to create a holistic wealth plan that incorporates their personal values and goals. I provide customized strategies to help them enhance, preserve and protect their wealth so they can achieve what’s most important to them.” Through ongoing financial education, coaching and planning, her clients feel confident in making informed financial decisions.

Joanne enjoys educating others through financial presentations to civic organizations and companies. She is a frequent guest speaker on various topics, including financial empowerment, divorce and wealth planning and has presented at Bryant University’s Women Summit, South County Hospital and The Rhode Island Society of CPAs, to name a few.

Though Joanne’s office is in Providence, she often . Joanne has more than 25 years of financial services experience, is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, and a former CPA Tax Manager for Ernst and Young, and earned an M. S. in taxation from Bryant University.Outside of work, Joanne is an active volunteer, including being a member of the: Women’s Fund of RI board, RI Partnership in Philanthropic Planning

board, South County Hospital Development Committee (past Investment committee), GFWC Women’s Club of South County, Wakefield Rotary, United Way’s Alex de Tocqueville Committee, RI Society of CPAs and the Estate Planning Council of RI. Joanne lives in Narragansett with her husband and two daughters.

One Financial Plaza, 19th Floor, Providence 863-8467, 800-488-1241 MorganStanleyFA.com/Joanne.Daly

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When talking with Joanne it is easy to see how much she cares about her clients and how committed she is to helping them take control of their financial future. “I am passionate about helping others become financially empowered and make smart well-informed decisions about their money, especially women,” she says. Joanne’s clientele include individuals, couples, professors, doctors and small business owners, but many of her clients are women who have become responsible for their financial future after experiencing divorce, death of a loved one or inheritance of significant wealth.

Joanne knows from personal experience how important it is to be involved in your finances, since Joanne’s mother became a widow when her father died unexpectedly at 45.

Joanne saw firsthand the emotional and financial challenges her mother faced, which is why she requires that both spouses participate in their meetings. Joanne strives to ensure that if something happens to one of them, the other will be better prepared to handle their financial affairs on their own. “Of course I will be there for them, to guide them and advocate for them,” she says, “helping them navigate through the overwhelming paperwork and helping them preserve their wealth so that they can live a comfortable lifestyle.”

Years ago, she helped her sister as she was going through a divorce after over 20 years of marriage, collaborating with the attorney and CPA to help ensure her sister could continue to live the lifestyle she envisioned. She realized then that many women needed help with managing the divorce process and taking

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REBECCA TRAXLER Owner

Rebecca Traxler wants homeowners to fall in love with their homes. “We work so hard to live where we do. My goal is to make people feel inspired in their own homes,” she says.

Inspiration comes easy at Ocean Tile Gallery, the beautiful designer showroom Rebecca opened last summer in Westerly.

Featuring the latest trends and materials, the incredible 3,000 square foot storefront showcases a seemingly endless collection of tile, flooring, and countertops. “The feedback has been terrific,” Rebecca says. “I love when customers walk in and are amazed by the selection here, and tell me how ‘beautiful’ the space is. That’s exactly what I was trying to achieve with Ocean Tile Gallery.”

Rebecca began her impressive career Photography by Savannah Barkley

I love when customers walk in and are amazed by the selection here, and tell me how ‘beautiful’ the space is. That’s exactly what I was trying to achieve with Ocean Tile Gallery.

in flooring over 15 years ago. “I’ve always been fascinated with how people live,” she explains, adding that as a child she dreamt of somehow working with people in their homes. A self-described “people person,” Rebecca spend nearly two decades in leadership roles in the hospitality business when an opportunity to work in a flooring company came her way. “I jumped at that opportunity,” she says. “I instantly knew that the construction and building industry was for me.” Mixing a love of working with people with a passion for design, Rebecca quickly became enthralled with the highly-creative field. “I especially love how versatile tile can be, and how creative you can get with it.” She opened her first business, Eastern

Connecticut and into Rhode Island. “I began getting more and more inquiries from RI, especially from builders who knew of my work,” she says. When the perfect spot in the heart of Westerly became available in 2017, Rebecca once again took the leap.

“I’m committed to community, both as a small business owner and a nearby resident,” she says, adding that she recently joined the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce.

“Independently-owned businesses help to

271 Post Rd., Westerly. 322-7000 OceanTileGallery.com

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CT Flooring in Groton, CT, shortly thereafter. “Becoming a business owner in 2005 was a dream come true. It’s a lot work, but when you love what you do it doesn’t feel like work,” she says. With a determined mindset and a personal approach, Rebecca built a highly-reputable business that serviced both commercial and residential clients. Within a few years, her solid reputation and customer referrals allowed for the business to expand throughout

create the unique and charming character of Westerly. I’m looking forward to developing more relationships with other like-minded businesses.”

Staying ahead of industry trends has been one of the keys to her continued success.

From attending trade shows to building relationships with local building and remodeling professionals, Rebecca prides herself for staying informed in the flooring industry.

“Education is so important, especially in an industry that is always innovating with new ways to use materials,” she says, adding that educating her clients is also a priority. “I value the meaningful relationships I have with my clients, and empowering them to make the right decisions is important to me.”

A creative problem solver, Rebecca aims to “marry the people with their house” by taking the time to really get know her customers’ design goals and needs. “I really do look to create a harmonious union between people and homes by finding the right design that matches their lifestyle,” she says.

Her goal is to always give the client what they want, regardless of budget. “That’s where I really get creative,” she says. “I always feel like I’m leaving my artwork behind in someone’s home, but at the end of the day it’s their home. I’m committed to making their visions come true.”

As she approaches the one-year anniversary of Ocean Tile Gallery’s opening, Rebecca reflects on the determination it took to get here. “I’m proud to have built this company from the ground up, and to have done it on my own,” she says. “The building and construction industry has been predominantly owned and run by men. It’s inspiring to know that I have had a part in changing that.” To that end, Rebecca continues to encourage women to pursue leadership roles in the construction and building profession. “Women are making more of the home-related decisions in their houses, and I’ve found that they are quicker to trust another woman when it comes to aesthetics, budgets and more.”

With an unmatched work ethic and a relentless desire to improve how people live in their own homes, Rebecca continues to pave her own path of success.

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KIM PETERSON Interior Designer

Photography by Savannah Barkley

I’m the captain of the design ship. I design the plan, and then sail it to the finish line.

from URI, and, she says, “a good mix of color and texture is what drives most of my designs.” Being a self-proclaimed color junkie, she loves the process of color placement and coordination. Her training in the psychology of color is a great asset to her ability to match and pair

colors for any given use. Kim is not only able to choose shades, but is always cognizant of color hue, value and saturation, and how colors and textures combine for the greatest effect. The use of textures such as grasscloth wallpaper, heavily woven linens or silks with deep sheens, combined with a mix of patterns, make Kim’s designs visually appealing. Her attention to detail and the mixing of fabrics make each design unique and special. Her concept-to-use design packages include everything from furniture selections and room layouts to accessories, artwork and the final touches that make a space feel “done.”

Kim’s work is so well regarded that she has had several projects published, and has won awards from trade shows and magazines both locally and nationally. “Design comes with natural ease to me, and has since I was a child,” she says. Kim runs her business out of her home studio in West Greenwich, but works with clients all over Rhode Island, MA, CT and FL. Currently, she’s working on several projects, some of which are large scale.

People often assume that you should only call in design help when doing a major home

overhaul, but Kim often works with clients who are just looking to refresh one room, or even one part of a room, and believes that it’s her job to alleviate stress for her clients.

“I like to make people comfortable working with a designer,” she says. “I’m happy to work with anyone who feels the need for help with a design project. I love large comprehensive projects, but smaller projects are fun, too.”

For Kim, one of the best parts about living and working in Rhode Island is being able to work on historic buildings. “I enjoy working with all different types of people who have different tastes, budgets and styles of living,” she says, “But I’m most proud of my work on historical properties. I love being part of the further years in homes that have such long pasts and histories.”

West Greenwich.

451-8922, KEPInteriorDesigns.com

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“I’ve been called ‘guardian angel’ and ‘dream maker’ by my clients,” says interior designer Kim Elliott-Peterson. The ideal living space is different for everyone - but not everyone can take their dreams and create them in reality. That’s where Kim can help.

The owner of KEP Interior Designs has over 20 years of helping people create their dream spaces. “I love feeling like I’m helping clients to love the place they live or work in,” she says. “I love the trust that people put in me to bring their dreams into reality.”

Kim holds a BA in Textiles and Design

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PAMELA LUTES & JENNIFER SERAFIN Medical Spa Specialists & Co-Owners

Left to right: Cheri Bouchard, Reflexologist; Jennifer Serafin, Laser Specialist and Owner; Pamela Lutes, RN, BSN, Injection Specialist and Owner; Donna Procaccianti, Office Manager.

Photography by Brandon Harmon

Inspiration came easy for business partners Pamela Lutes and Jennifer Serafin, co-owners of Inspire Medical Spa and Wellness. “We both love to make people happy, to make them feel their very best,” Jennifer says. “We opened our spa on Valentine’s Day four years ago. From the very first day, we have been determined to build a business and a sense of community from the heart,” she says.

Inspire Medical Spa offers a diverse selection of specialized, state-of-the-art cosmetic treatments and therapeutic spa services. The professional staff includes a plastic surgeon, a surgical nurse, licensed estheticians, and massage therapists. “We are a team of highly-trained specialists with extensive experience in injections, laser, facials, micro-channeling, massage, and PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma),” says Pamela.

“Our top priority is to offer safe and highly-effective treatments.”

The Inspire experience starts with a consultation at their welcoming Narragansett office.

Described as personable and comforting, the Inspire team builds a close and honest relationship with each new and returning client. “You’re warmly welcomed by a group of women that are caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable industry specialists,” Pamela says. “We really get to know individuals on a personal, yet professional level. The more we know our clients’ wants and needs, the better we can treat them,” adds Jennifer. “We are quite proud of

Jennifer Serafin

the results we produce for our clients,” says Jennifer, adding that the best compliment the spa receives is its 80 percent referral rate.

The spa team collaborates together to create personalized, one-of-a-kind care plans for each person to ensure their unique needs and desired outcomes are met. “Our approach is uniquely holistic,” says Pamela. “Our services are often very personal to the client. We always aim to not only meet their expectations, but to exceed them.” Working closely within the spa, the top-notch staff coordinates services with optimal results in mind. “Our team synergistically works together to deliver the highest level of customer service and results,” says Jennifer. “We are each so diverse in our specialties, but as a team we are truly remarkable.”

In addition to their team of highly-trained specialists, Pamela and Jennifer both offer a wealth of industry leadership to the spa. Pamela, a RN and BSN with expert experience with injections and dermal fillers, is currently pursuing an Advanced Practical Nursing degree. Jennifer is a Laser Specialist certified in Laser Safety and the biophysics of Laser Application, and uses innovative broadband light (BBL) energy to treat a wide range of dermal issues. Katie Burke, Spa Manager, has taught many of the estheticians in the state of Rhode Island and was formerly the Educational Manager at Sephora.

“Education is very important to us, and we

are all committed to staying ahead of industry trends,” Jennifer says. “We are always on top of the latest techniques, and are continually adding new, advanced services to our already expansive menu.” In addition to the recently added micro-channeling and the next generation PRP, Inspire Medical Spa will be offering the most advanced skin tightening, fat removal, and feminine rejuvenation treatments this spring. “We work tirelessly to bring the very best cosmetic and therapeutic solutions for our clients,” Pamela says. “It’s beyond rewarding to make people feel better about their appearance and to help improve their confidence.”

Having celebrated their fourth year in business last month, Pamela and Jennifer take enormous pride in the continued support and trust of their loyal clients. “Our clients are just as passionate as we are, and we are so thankful for that. We’re honored to have a positive impact in their lives,” says Jennifer. Pamela agrees, adding that “We are a group of passionate women that are motivated by the empowerment of other women. It’s an inspiring environment I’m proud to be a part of.”

14 Woodruff Ave., Suite 10 Narragansett. 284-4545 SpaByInspire.com

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KATIE MCDONALD Self-Care Strategist You know the feeling: when something isn’t exactly right, but you can’t put your finger on what’s wrong. Katie McDonald has made a career of helping people find their happier, healthier path in life through bnourished, her holistic wellness coaching business. “I have the honor of partnering with clients who know they need to make changes in their daily habits,” Katie says. “Sometimes it’s a tweak, sometimes a major overhaul. Either way, their lives are no longer working in ways that support their dreams and wellbeing.”

At bnourished, Katie works one-on-one with clients on a journey of self-discovery, assessing a person’s habits around food, thinking and time management. “We align daily habits with the lives they say they want, but have not been able to create on their own,” she says. “We close the gap between what we know we need to be doing to be at our best and what we are doing in our daily lives.” The result is different per person, depending on what they’re looking to improve - better life/work balance, better health, better sleep, a better mental outlook - but the common theme is a boosted sense of wellness. “Clients know I have their backs as the keeper of a vibrant, healthy and intentional life,” Katie says. “I am a passionate, resourceful, practical and deeply committed advocate for their wellbeing.”

Katie knows the process works because she was her own first client.

“For decades, I devoted myself to my career, taking care of business but not taking care of myself,” she says. The cumulative stress added up, and resulted in her being diagnosed with serious illnesses. “I got away with self-neglect until I could not get away with it any longer. The stress, sugar addiction, depression, anxiety, irritable bowel, ulcerative colitis, and insomnia that nearly broke me became the very catalysts for change I desperately needed.” All of the energy she devoted to work became the energy she poured into her recovery.

Now, she’s a certified holistic health coach and raw food chef and

Only the brave and brilliant understand that the only life worth living is the examined one. Small shifts in daily habits lead to dramatic transformation. instructor. Katie is also a Bach Flower Practitioner, a graduate of Leadership Rhode Island and a frequent guest speaker at businesses, helping cultivate wellbeing and balance in work environments. “I help empower people to remember that self care is a vehicle for more creative, more focused, and effective work,” she says.

Clients she’s worked with rave about Katie’s ability to help them balance their lives, and how effective and transformative the work they do together is. People come in knowing they need to make changes, but not knowing how - or, at least, how to sustain positive change in the midst of a hectic life. “People leave confident, informed, resilient, intentional,” Katie says. “They are set free from the shackles of inadequate nutrition, destructively mean spirited self-talk, and suffocatingly chaotic calendars.”

Katie is in the process of launching a daily planner on her website that helps people manage their time more effectively. “I’m crafting this with the best research in productivity and time tested strategies for successful life mastery in mind,” she says. Her website also has resources for intentional living that are accessible to everyone, not just clients.

The initial 30 minute consultation is free. “Seeking support and craving accountability are not signs of weakness,” Katie says. “In fact, only the brave and brilliant understand that the only life worth living is the examined one. Small shifts in daily habits lead to dramatic transformation.”

Based in Saunderstown 965-4486 bnourished.com

The Leading Ladies of FACIAL AESTHETICS CENTER

Candy Adams, Nina Kole, Michelle Minicucci, Dr. Sarah Levy, Maria Disimone, Medical Aestheticians Kerri Parks and Jennifer Amaral

FAC’s expert injectors Dr. Helen Livson, Dr. Sarah Levy and Amy Donaldson, RN

explains. “We take our time to put our patients’ minds at ease and anticipate their needs, and we follow up with all of our patients the next day to ensure their expectations were met.”

Facial Aesthetics Center offers the kind of treatments that make a difference, but that don’t look overdone. “My approach has always been to have my patients look more refreshed,” Dr. Levy clarifies. “I don’t want anyone to know that my patient had anything done. If someone asks ‘who does your Botox’, I haven’t done my job.” In addition to Botox and Dysport, the Facial Aesthetics Center offers extensive options to obtain that “refreshed” look. Dr. Levy is one of the top injectors of Sculptra in New England; she and her staff utilize facial fillers such as Juvederm and Restylane, as well as laser resurfacing treatments and intensive facials, to help heal the skin, not just pamper it. “We’ve developed different techniques for minimal bruising and minimal discomfort,” she explains. “I’m coming into this field as a microsurgeon. Everything that I do has to be very precise. Our fillers are almost exclusively injected with mirocannulas instead of needles, which significantly reduces discomfort and recovery time.” All of the staff receives treatments that the practice offers, so that they can give realistic expectations to patients, and share their personal experiences. “I’ve always loved Dr. Levy’s natural-looking Botox and filler technique, but my new favorite treatment is Amy’s PRP,” Maria adds.

The FAC staff also understands that undertaking these kinds of treatments, though they have excellent results, can be nerve wracking, especially for new patients. “The first time I had an aggressive laser, I was so nervous,” Dr. Levy says, laughing. “I had it done on a Friday afternoon, and although I thought I looked quite flushed the next morning at my son’s hockey practice, no one noticed!” And the final result of brighter, smoother skin, makes a world of difference in how a person looks and feels.

2730 South County Trl., East Greenwich. 649-0320, DrSarahLevy.com

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Since Dr. Sarah Levy opened Facial Aesthetics Center of RI in 2010, she has quietly established herself as one of the state’s leaders in non-invasive aesthetic procedures. An eye surgeon, a professor at Brown University, and a national trainer for injecting fillers, Botox and Dysport, Dr. Levy is meticulous about ensuring that her treatments are safe, have minimal downtime, and that her patients always look refreshed, but never “done.”

When she hired office manager Maria Disimone shortly after opening, the two worked diligently to generate a huge word of mouth following. Since then, Facial Aesthetics Center has grown steadily, and now has three injectors and three medical aestheticians, all who are dedicated to the same original vision of providing optimal patient experience and care.

That vision is working. Early this year, the East Greenwich office of Facial Aesthetics Center underwent a massive expansion, growing from three treatment rooms to seven, and adding a large and private waiting room, with a separate reception area, so patients can have as much privacy as they’d like. In addition, the practice was selected to be one of the national SkinCeuticals Advanced Clinical Flagship Offices. “They’re L’Oreal’s medical skincare division,” Dr. Levy explains. “Each flagship is led by a physician, and allows our patients access to the best skin care offered

by SkinCeuticals and L’Oreal.” The Facial Aesthetics Center will be the only flagship in all of Rhode Island, as well as parts of Massachusetts and Connecticut. “Our medical aestheticians have always loved the line,” Dr. Levy remarks, and “our patients love it” as well. The practice is planning a spectacular launch party this spring.

The practice’s expansion also means more providers on their talented team, Dr. Levy confirms. “Every person on our team comes with many years of experience,” Maria Disimone says. Dr. Helen Livson completed a three-year fellowship at Harvard, and is a member of the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics. She specializes in shaping the perfect lip as well as contouring the lower face. Amy Donaldson, RN, came from a plastic surgery practice in Boston, and has extensive experience with Platelet Rich Plasma (also known as the “vampire facial”), hair restoration, as well as Botox and facial fillers. Licensed Medical Aestheticians Kerri Parks and Jennifer Amaral are experts at laser skin rejuvenation, medical-grade peels, micro-needling, and medical HydraFacials. Patients rave about receptionist Nina and the practice’s medical assistant, Michelle. Behind the scenes two brilliant managers, Maria Disimone and Candy Adams, pull it all together. “From start to finish, we take care of our patients,” Maria

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ADRIANA BERUBE Graphic Designer Adriana Berube is a skilled graphic designer with an impressive 25 years career. Adriana creates engaging and innovative designs for a diverse range of industries. “I help businesses stand out by developing high-targeted designs with excellent results,” she says.

With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and expert knowledge of Adobe software applications, Adriana creates and executes on-message designs for a wide spectrum of print, digital, and social platforms. Her graphic design services include logos, product packaging, brochures, advertisements, billboards, direct mail, print collateral, e-marketing, and web content. “My designs are created for maximum visual impact across any medium,” she says.

In addition to working with small businesses as a branding and marketing freelance consultant, Adriana also works with larger organizations that have their own in-house marketing teams. “I believe that team collaboration are all essential components to success in creative design.”

Adriana is positioned to make a significant impact on any graphic design project. “Even after two decades in this field, I still get excited when the public is exposed to my designs,” Adriana says. “I’m just so humbled to know my work has been enjoyed by thousands of people, and that I have had a part in the success of others.”

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS “Adriana is skilled, artistic, and her designs are like no other. She is a pleasure to work with and is there for me when I have new ideas. She values her clients and always makes herself available for them. We love working with her.” -Twisted Pizza “Adriana reorganized and optimized our direct mail list (over 20,000 homes!) and saved me hundreds each month on our birthday club mailers.” -Crazy Burger We love working with Adriana. Her work is amazing and is always done in a timely fashion. She helps us with so many of our graphic design needs.” -Ocean State Waves

24 Salt Pond Rd., G Building, Suite 17 South Kingstown Office Park, Wakefield. 363-1196 Arte68.com

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KIMBERLY J. POLAND President, Full Service Advertising, Creative Services & Public Relations Agency

how business owners think and feel, and can put myself in their shoes.” In what can be a confusing and overwhelming decision process, Kimberly is an expert who easily simplifies the decision making for clients. “Business owners get hit up with so many options for their advertising,” she says. “I help them find their balance.”

743-7272, PolandMediaGroup.com

Jennifer Torbett D.M.D. Dentist & Practice Owner Jennifer Torbett knows the challenges of juggling work and family. Married with two young children, Jennifer created her South County practice with accessibility in mind. “We aim to offer a calming environment that is accommodating for everybody,” says the dentist-owner of Crestview Dental Associates.

Jennifer graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2004 and soon thereafter bought an existing practice in Westerly. With a focus on personalized family dentistry, the office earned a gleaming reputation and a large client following.

“We continued to add services and staff to keep up with our growing office,” she says.

As Crestview Dental Associates approached their tenth anniversary in 2017, Jennifer expanded her business and moved into a larger space in June. “It’s really been a dream come true,” she says of the beautiful, stateof-the art office. The professional team has also expanded, with a new hygienist and two dentists joining the friendly staff. Services range from preventive treatments and comprehensive exams to cosmetic and restorative dentistry. With a warm approach, the team works to put patients at ease.

“We treat our patients like family.”.

An active member of the American Dental District and the South County Dental District, Jennifer is the incoming president of the RI Dental Association for 2018-2019. “It’s an honor to service and represent the South County community I call home.”

41 East Ave., Westerly. 596-0319, CrestviewDentalAssociates.com

The first name in real estate in Providence is Sally Lapides, President and Chief Executive Officer of Residential Properties Ltd, the #1 firm in Rhode Island for three years running with $795M in sales in 2017. Sally co-founded the firm in 1981 and has grown it into the thriving business it is today, offering real estate services for residential, commercial, and rental properties. Residential Properties has five offices statewide - Providence, Barrington, Cumberland, East Greenwich and Narragansett - as well as a relocation division for people coming into or leaving Rhode Island. Sally provides energetic leadership and vision for the company, which includes 180 agents and a large support staff.

For Sally, the key to success in business is relationships: both with clients and with the top professionals she hires at Residential Properties, who, she says, inspire her to do her best work every day. A founding member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, which is the country’s largest network of independent real estate firms, Sally is nationally recognized as an expert on the local real estate market. She is often quoted on television, radio and in print, in publications as prestigious as The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times.

But it’s not all about business: Sally has served as trustee of the RISD Museum, Trinity Repertory Company, Year Up, The Gordon School, the RI Foundation Equity Action Campaign Committee and many other worthy causes.

140 Wickenden St., Providence. 553-6309 ResidentialProperties.com

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“When a client tells me that what we have put together has turned into true results to grow their business - that’s what I am most proud of,” says Kimberly Poland, founder of Poland Media Group, a full service advertising, creative and public relations agency. Kimberly can create a top-to-bottom marketing campaign, including social media management, public relations and media planning and buying, or can do one part of that job, like building a website. She helps people make decisions to help their businesses thrive, working on their marketing needs as if she’s working on her own business. She prides herself on finding the best return on investment, and can make any budget work.

Kimberly launched Poland Media Group after working at WPRI for 12 years, where she helped clients plan television and digital marketing campaigns. “I started Poland Media Group so I could work 100% with and for my clients to focus on their needs and what would be best for their businesses,” she says.

“Before working in television I owned and operated my own business, so I understand

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RE/MAX Flagship BONNIE-ANNE BEGOS Realtor

CYNTHIA LEONARD Realtor

DONNA J. SABITONI Realtor

“Houses have always been my passion,” says Bonnie-Anne Begos. A real estate agent for over 13 years, Bonnie’s career also includes 25 years in interior design and real estate development. “Becoming a Realtor seemed like the perfect fit,” she says. Bonnie works tirelessly to make each transaction a pleasant experience. “Buying and selling a home can be quite stressful. It’s also a wonderful new beginning.” 954-6138, RealEstateInSouthCountyRI.com

Cynthia Leonard, a new addition to the RE/MAX Flagship team, is excited to be a part of the growing company.

A digital marketing specialist with strategic real estate marketing experience, Cynthia thrives in fast-paced environments. “I love matching sellers and buyers to help everyone reach their goals,” she says, adding that she aims to make the entire process enjoyable for all parties.

“It’s thrilling to help clients achieve their dreams.” 788-3711, JohnKrekorian.com

“My clients know that when I commit to representing them I persevere to the finish line,” says Donna Sabitoni. A career professional with over 25 years of contract negotiation, marketing, and sales experience, Donna was recently recognized out of 400 RE/MAX agents as the second-highest individual for commissions in RI. “I encourage anyone who has considered a real estate career to join us at Flagship. Nothing is impossible.” 529-1204, DonnaSabitoni.com

FRAN BIDELL Realtor

JODIE NEVILLE Realtor

LEE CALAMIS MITA Realtor

Fran Bidell worked on Wall Street for 15 years before becoming a Realtor. “My experience gave me a solid foundation on the financial aspects of real estate,” she says. “It’s gratifying to help people with the biggest emotional and financial transactions of their lives.”

Fran, an award-winning agent, doesn’t see herself as a salesperson. “My job is to inform, guide, and support clients.

And I sincerely care about them, too.”

864-1308, FranBidell.com

After spending 15 years building brands at Hasbro, Jodie Neville embraced her entrepreneurial spirit and built her own brand: Jodie from Rhody. “My marketing background has given me the intuitive ability to understand my client’s needs,” Jodie says.

The award-winning Realtor credits hard work, client commitment and having fun as the keys to her success. “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” 338-7031, JodieFromRhody.com

Lee Calamis Mita, a former special education teacher, brings a personal approach to real estate. “Education is at the heart of the service I provide,” says the 3 year 100% Club producer. The lifelong learner recently became certified as a property and casualty insurance producer. “I’m excited about how this role will serve my clients not only in the sale, but in the enjoyment and safety in their dream homes.” 4473860, TheMikeMitaTeam.com

MEDELISE REIFSTECK Realtor

SARA WHITNEY Sales Associate

“Navigating a home loan can be stressful,” says Cheryl Hodgdon (NMLS #22996) of Home Point Financial. For 17 years, she has helped people secure financing for their biggest life investment, educating them on the process, and helping people who don’t qualify get on track for future approvals. She says, “Home ownership is possible if you work with the right professionals, and are willing to put in the time and energy. Home Point Financial NMLS #7706. 76 Westminster St. Suite 650, Providence. 749-2967, HomePointRI.com

“I absolutely love my job. It’s exciting and fulfilling,” says Medelise Reifsteck.

The award-winning Realtor attributes her successful career to her dedication to detail. From the thrill of the hunt for that perfect house to bringing out the best in a property through staging and photography, Medelise offers clients expert service. “I am most proud of the relationships I develop with my buyers and sellers. It’s my favorite part of the job.” 787-3156, Facebook.com/ MedeliseSellsRealEstate

Sara Whitney enjoys a good challenge.

“I love working with buyers and sellers to solve their oneof-a-kind puzzle,” she says. “What is their perfect neighborhood? Do they want a space for growth or to downsize? What really matters to them?” Meticulous with details, Sara is determined to uncover every opportunity and meet every need for her clients. “Finding success for my clients is my top priority,” she says.

580-9388, Facebook.com/ SaraWhitneyRemax

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VICTORIA CALABRO Realtor

VILMA DEANNA MOCLAIR Realtor

“I truly enjoy helping someone achieve their dream of owning a home,” says Victoria Calabro.

“Nothing is more meaningful than to give someone that life-changing opportunity.”

The award-winning Realtor is known for her market knowledge, determination, and straightforward approach. “I take pride that most of my clients come from referrals. I treasure the relationships I have with my clients, and it’s an honor to help them reach their goals.”

639-1637, VictoriaCalabro.com

Vilma Deanna Moclair is a career Realtor with a proven success record for over 30 years.

“I feel so blessed for my success and for the support of my clients,” she says.

Always up for the challenge, Vilma prides herself on her detailed research and knowledge of the marketplace inventory in Rhode Island. “ With determination and confidence, she’s looking forward to another spectacular year for buyers and sellers. “However I can help, I look forward to the call.” 741-2322, moclairwv@aol.com

“I’m living my dream,” says Susan Rains, a Realtor with the East Coast Team.

With a marketing background, Susan took the leap into real estate two years ago and quickly found success. “I created a business plan with a mission to provide the best services that enable clients to fulfill their dream of homeownership,” she says. “It’s not a job, it’s a life choice. And I chose well!” 484-4625, Facebook.com/TheEastCoastTeam

CHRISTINE TANNER Co-Owner & Broker Christine Tanner, co-owner and broker of RE/MAX Flagship, recently oversaw two expansions in Providence and Warwick. “Our agents can now service their clients all over the state,” she says.

While Chris’ main focus is on recruiting agents, she is a great listing agent and will represent buyers completely. “Call me for your real estate needs, as well as a confidential interview if you are a top producer or aspiring to be one.”

401-742-1900

Now with three locations: Narragansett

Providence

Warwick

140 Point Judith Road 401-789-2255

334 Branch Avenue 401-461-0000

3287 Post Road 401-789-2255

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CHERYL HODGDON Mortgage Loan Originator

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BARBARA CARROLL DOHERTY Realtor A sales executive for Mott And Chace Sotheby’s International Realty in Narragansett, Barbara Carroll Doherty’s passion for real estate came from a lifetime of seeing the world. She has made Rhode Island her home for the past 38 years, now living in Narragansett, but spent her early years traveling. “My parents made a number of long distance moves, leaving Chicago in the ‘60s, landing us in Los Angeles,” Barb says. “My late husband was fortunate to have had exciting opportunities that moved us around the country and then here to beautiful Rhode Island.”

Those experiences developed her interest in real estate and the delicate transition that a family makes with these moves.

Barbara holds numerous real estate designations that help clients with the complex financial decisions they will be making.

“Making a difference in someone’s living situation takes skill and care,” she says.

Barb prides herself in putting herself in her clients shoes and helping them to find precisely the right fit for their lifestyle and

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budget. Clients have written to say what a pleasure it was to work with someone who cared and had the knowledge and experience to make the transaction as hassle free as possible. “Some of my dearest, longtime friends have been clients,” she says. “I love being a Realtor, and I love how I can add something to someone’s life and make a difference for them.”

Marcia as compassionate, with the keen ability to clearly explain often-complex legal concepts.

With a focus on helping family members through the legal system during times of crisis or transition, Marcia is available by appointment in her office or at your home, hospital or nursing home.

“When I was in Mongolia living on a yak farm, I felt a calling to return to Rhode Island,” says Katie Schibler Conn. “Forty eight hours after landing, I started what has become KSA Marketing + Partnerships.”

Before setting out on her adventures, she worked at integrated marketing agencies on the East and West Coasts, and was recruited by PlayStation to lead their marketing and partnerships team. “PlayStation was my dream job, yet the late nights and travel schedule left me wanting more,” she says. “I booked a one-way ticket to Peru and took a year off to backpack around the world. Nine months later I found myself in Mongolia, way off the grid, traveling by horse, living in a $10 tent and surviving on a diet of mutton and ramen noodles.”

When she returned to the U.S., Pepsi called and asked for help on a project. Then PlayStation. “Those projects led to other referrals, so I hired a bookkeeper and admin to keep up,” Katie says. Seven years later, KSA has a wonderful “HQ” in the oldest building in Warwick with a growing staff of seven.

“Time in Mongolia and other developing countries instilled my appreciation for simplicity, authenticity and opportunity,” she explains.

“These values are how I built a marketing firm that maintains contracts with a mix of giant global brands as well as non-profit and community organizations, including Gloria Gemma, LIFEcycle, BoldrDash and more. Everything at KSA is rooted in passion and partnerships (and superheroes).”

343C Main St., Wakefield. 789-1616 BoydElderLaw.com

3351 Post Rd., Warwick. 681-4900 TeamKSA.com

20 Narragansett Ave., Narragansett. 529-4689 MottAndChace.com

MARCIA BOYD Estate & Elder Law Attorney A Rhode Island native, Marcia J. Boyd lives in Narragansett and maintains her elder law and estate and trust law practice in Wakefield. Of counsel to the Newport based law firm of Sayer Regan & Thayer, LLP, she is able to offer the support and breadth of a full service law firm to her own practice areas. Her practice includes Medicaid planning and asset protection, wills, long-term care planning, trusts, estate planning and advance directives, guardianships and special needs trusts, among other related areas of law. “I’ve found my niche,” she says.

A member of the Rhode Island chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), South County Women’s Club, South County Hospital Professional Advisory Committee and others including past president of Rhode Island NAMI and board member of Rhode Island Legal Services Corporation, Marcia is integrated in her local communities and legal areas of practice.

An industry expert, Marcia is lauded for her vast knowledge of Medicaid planning, asset preservation, trusts, estates, probate and elder law. Clients often describe

ROSE MALONEY Holistic Esthetician & Spa Owner

Eco Spa & Boutique is the culmination of nearly 20 years of learning about healthier living,” Rose says. “I love to educate people about taking care of themselves inside as well as out.” In addition to spa services, Rose offers healthy coaching sessions and healthy eating lessons, like her Juicing Vs. Smoothies class.

Pure Eco Spa is also home to a boutique full of unique gifts, organic skincare, makeup, sunscreens, candles, skincare gadgets, jewelry from local artists and much more. That’s in addition to the expansive relaxation area on the first floor, where people are welcome to spend as much time as they like before or after services. “We offer the best in relaxation and wellness modalities, along with massage and facials that are above the norm,” Rose says. “We take the time to really understand what their needs are, and we really care about making a difference in their lives on a lot of different levels.”

“I am able to touch people’s lives in a meaningful way by allowing them to relax, find a little peace in their hectic lives and get the results that they are looking for,” Rose says. “It’s very gratifying to see the transformation from when they walked in and then when they leave. It is the greatest honor to be able to help others in a way that makes a difference to them and also to how they feel about themselves.”

18 Franklin St. Westerly. 326-9459 PureEcoSpa.com

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“My mission is to inspire health and wellness in others, bringing natural beauty from the inside out,” says holistic esthetician Rose Maloney. Her business, Pure Eco Spa & Boutique in Westerly, is an organic spa that offers advanced skin care therapies and total body relaxation. “Pure is a down-to-earth, peaceful space where people can come in and not only receive great services, but also to relax, detoxify and rejuvenate themselves.”

Among the services at Pure Eco Spa are facials, massages, body services, advanced skin care, makeup applications and waxing. Facials run from the Pure Signature Facial to a Gemstone Elixir that uses green science to deliver botanicals and phytonutrients to the skin. Massages can be anything from a Sports Body Rescue Massage to a restorative Mindfulness Massage and a Hot Himalayan Salt Stone Massage. Pure’s advanced skin therapy is some of the most comprehensive in the state.

Rose and her team offer LED Light Therapy for an unmatched glow, Micro-Needling to promote collagen production, Microdermabrasion with Oxygenation from within to boost cellular turnover, and Time Released Professional Peels to smooth fine lines and tighten the skin. “Our more advanced skin care therapies take a more holistic approach than the traditional therapies,” Rose says, “resulting in less wrinkles, smoother clearer skin, tightened, lightened and brightened for a more youthful glow without the toxic ingredients.” A new infrared sauna has many health benefits: weight loss, chronic pain, detoxification, anti-aging, relaxation and cardio. “It makes for the complete experience,” Rose says, “to keep people healthy and well in mind, body and spirit.”

Her own journey to whole body wellness inspired her to open the spa. “Years ago, I realized that in order to be whole and happy, I had to change my lifestyle,” Rose says. “I started paying much more attention to what I was putting on my body, as well as in it, learning that it was all connected.” In addition to being a holistic esthetician, Rose is also a certified herbalist and aromatherapist, and raw food enthusiast. “Pure

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ANN-MARIE GODDARD HOME DESIGNER & DESIGN-BUILD MANAGER “It is always my goal for every space I design to be highly functional for how a client lives in the space, but also just as beautiful,” says Ann-Marie Goddard of Exodus Design Group. Together with her husband Christopher, they run a business that designs and builds homes, and also furnishes and decorates them, with Christopher as the general contractor and Ann-Marie as the designer and project manager.

“My husband and I work as a team,” she says. “We plan for and execute every phase of the projects we are hired for, to give our clients, the very best results for every project.” What they’re doing must be working: Ann-Marie and Christopher have been working together at their business for almost 14 years. “As partners, and as a family, we’ve been blessed,” she says.

Exodus offers home interior and exterior design and general contractor services, both for renovation/addition work and building from the ground up. They’ve been awarded Best of Houzz for 2016, 2017 and 2018, but their biggest reason to celebrate is the opening of their new showroom in West Kingston. “It is just as much an interior design house – which includes an extensive fabric library and custom furnishings – as it is a showroom,” Ann-Marie says. “We showcase tile, lighting, flooring and plumbing finishes, as well as countertops, appliances, and kitchen and bath cabinetry.” Exodus has a collection of artisan, American-made lines hard to find elsewhere in the state. They offer special accommodations for builders and designers who want to shop at the showroom or order from them – everything from special pricing to different design hours to work with their schedules. She says, “We love to work with people who are working on large home projects and who need help with customization.”

Starting a showroom seemed a natural extension of the design services Exodus already offers. “I love the creative process - every part of designing and then watching how it is achieved as it the design is executed through the build process,” she says. “I love bringing together colors, finishes, textures, fixtures and furniture to create a beautiful space for my clients.” The best part, Ann-Marie says, is “the final walk through when it is all in place and cohesive.” By then, she and her clients have spent so much time together, “that often times we have become friends. I listen to what their vision is, and get to know them and how they live in their spaces.”

Exodus serves Rhode Island, especially the coastal communities,

but will travel to Massachusetts and Connecticut for projects both residential and commercial. What’s especially nice about having one design-build team is that it eliminates the all too common delays in communicating between designer and contractor. “I work with my husband to manage the schedule of his crew, which ensures the project not just be designed in a timely manner, but a team is available to make that design a reality without a long wait.” It’s also common for Exodus to work with other designers and builders who have their own clients, and they offer trade discounts to outside designers and builders. “Even if a homeowner already has a builder we welcome the opportunity to assist with design aspects such as custom choices in tile, cabinetry, vanities, custom furniture, lighting or any other finish you might need,” Ann-Marie says. “We are excited to be involved, to add value and to help make your home improvement project what you have been dreaming of.”

No matter how large or small the project, Exodus treats everyone with the same level of quality, care and attention to detail. “We are a faith-based business,” Ann-Marie says. “The most important thing about what we do is our interaction with our clients, vendors and everyone we encounter through the business.”

351 Liberty Ln., Suite 16 West Kingston. 782-2700 ExodusRI.com

ANDREA ST. GERMAIN

BONNIE KAPLAN Realtor

CHERYL SAMPSON Realtor

Active in South County real estate for over 20 years, multi-million dollar producer Andrea St. Germain has consistently brought happy buyers and sellers to the closing table. “It’s humbling to be a part of such a powerful emotional and financial milestone,” says the Certified Residential Specialist and Accredited Buyers Rep. “It’s a privilege I don’t take lightly, to have earned the confidence and trust of my clients.”

742-0257, AndreaSellsRhodeIslandHomes.com

“Having been raised by a realtor, I always knew this would be my passion,” says Bonnie Kaplan.

She’s the top Coldwell agent in RI for 2017, and eight other years. Bonnie has an extensive background in financial services, and is a Relocation and Global Luxury Specialist. “My love for Rhode Island and desire to excel in everything I do makes me a perfect fit for you.”

374-4488, BonnieSellsHouses.com

The recipient of several awards for multi-million dollar sales, Cheryl Sampson has a reputation for placing clients’ needs and goals at the forefront of every transaction.

She has earned a place in Rhode Island’s Five Star Professional Network for several years, and is co-president of the North Kingstown Chamber Connections Group. She says, “my dedication and perseverance will result in your complete satisfaction.” 447-5506, CBHomes.com

JANICE MANSUETTI HENRY Realtor

KAREN LEBLANC Realtor

MARY IACONO Realtor

“Real estate is truly my passion, not just a job,” says Janice.

Having lived in Narragansett and Providence all her life, she’s very knowledgeable about Rhode Island’s coast and has always been passionate about architectural design. “I get so much enjoyment from this job,” she says. “I help people reach their home selling or buying dream by educating, assisting and walking them through the process with ease.”

782-5929, CBHomes.com

A realtor with an eye for design, Karen Leblanc was once a real estate developer who designed over 300 properties. “My job is different and exciting every day.

I have the ability to assist with making their property beautiful, valuable and comfortable,” she says. “Tthe market’s hot, rates are low,” Karen says, “and life is too short not to live in your dream home.” 533-4888, BuyRI.info

Realtor Mary Iacono truly cares about the community. “A home is where families gather,” says the winner of the 2017 Five Star Rising Star Award. “My job is to help guide my clients to find the perfect fit.” Mary also cares deeply about pets. “Coldwell Banker partners with Adopt-a-Pet to help pets find forever homes,” she says. “I use rescues in my photos when there is one present in the home.”

330-9374, ColdwellBanker.com

NANCY LERNER Realtor

PAM SOULE Realtor

SHARON MOSKWA Realtor

“My belief is in hard work, open-mindedness and always having a sense of humor,” says realtor Nancy Lerner, who is distinguished by her attention to detail, marketing savvy and willingness to go the extra mile for clients. “My real world experience and Coldwell Banker’s worldwide connections enable me to focus on a quality personal experience for you.”

741-0301. ColdwellBanker.com

“My job is helping clients achieve their dreams,” says realtor Pam Soule. She’s the #1 Coldwell Banker Agent in Sales Volume in RI for 2017, and has been in the President’s Circle and Diamond Society. “Every transaction is different because every client is different,” Pam says. “I love getting to know people, teaching and guiding, and being a knowledgeable resource.”

741-1154, PamSellsRIHomes.com

“I work for my clients,” says Sharon Moskwa, “and I do my best to help them realize their real estate goals.”

This Realtor has been a Five Star Professional winner since 2011, and is a broker associate, licensed in RI and MA. “Every transaction is different; properties, personalities, and challenges. I advise and educate my clients so they can make informed decisions.” 323-6938, SharonMoskwa-SellsHomes.com

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BRENDA DIMON & LINDSAY LIST Salon Owner & Manager

6730 Post Rd. North Kingstown. 398-0569 AquaSalonAndSpaRI.com

Creating Dream Spaces with RI KITCHEN & BATH (Left to Right) Billie Senzek, Prudence Stoddard, Erika Pearson, Tanya Donahue

139 Jefferson Blvd.

Warwick. 463-1550 RIKB.com

Over the past two years, Aqua Salon & Spa has been building a reputation as a beauty destination in North Kingstown.

Owner Brenda Dimon has put together a team of stylists who are creative and highly skilled, and she puts an emphasis on education for herself and her team - which only makes sense, as Brenda spent years traveling as a hair color educator before opening the salon.

“We celebrate grace and elegance,” Brenda says, “and we believe beauty is in the details.” Everyone in the salon welcomes guests, and listens to their requests. In addition to men’s, women’s and children’s cuts, Aqua offers extensive hair color options like full foil, corrective color, and ombre services like ombre, sombre (a softer ombre) and molten ombre (a combination of highlights and balayage with a glaze). They also offer hair extensions for length and volume, keratin and

True creativity comes from the collaboration of inspired minds. The design team at Rhode Island Kitchen & Bath, led by President Tanya Donahue and Director of Design Prudence Stoddard, is known all over the state for consistently delivering results that customers rave about. “I am proud of my team here at RIKB and the beautiful projects they design and build for our clients on a daily basis,” Tanya says. “We are remodeling spaces where people raise their families, have friends gather, and celebrate holidays and milestones. I consider it a privilege for them to let us into their homes.”

Their 3,000 square foot showroom in Warwick is full of kitchen and bath ideas for your own home. It’s also a space to educate and inspire. They have long hosted design seminars and cooking demonstrations, but this year, design team members Erika Pearson and Billie Senzek are taking those to the next level. On March 24, RIKB will host their first-ever Home Remodeling Fair, which will have five mini-seminars on topics ranging from 10 Steps to a Successful Remodel, to Kitchen and Bathroom Trends, to Top Remodeling Mistakes. More of these events, led by Tanya and Prudence, plus team members Billie Senzec and Erika Pearson, are scheduled

brazilian straightening.

Lindsay List, a skin therapist at Aqua, has recently been promoted to Salon Manager. She has a strong background in education, regularly traveling to Boston and New York for classes in the newest techniques and technology. As a skin therapist, she performs therapeutic facial and body care, with a strong understanding of key body systems and skin biology. “My passion is to educate my guests on how to care for their skin long term,” Lindsay says. The spa provides a range of non-medical face, body and relaxation treatments, as well as lash and brow treatments, nail services, and eyelash extensions.

“We believe in sustainable beauty,” Brenda says. To that end, they use nourishing products like Eprouvage, Moroccan Oil, Dermalogica and R+Co. “We really care about people,” she adds. “We want to make you look and feel beautiful.”

through the spring. Kevin O’Connor from This Old House will give a talk on March 3.

“I love developing and conducting new design seminars,” Prudence says.

She’s also excited to foster future talent in RIKB’s internship and apprentice programs, Prudence says, by “teaching what I have learned from many years in the industry to design students.” Tanya agrees, saying, “we give young design students the chance to take their first steps in what we hope will be long and successful careers.” Both women have won numerous awards and hold many certifications, like Prudence’s certifications in interior and kitchen design, and as an aging-in-place professional, and Tanya’s Silver Prism Awards.

Look for Rhode Island Kitchen and Bath at the RI Home Show at the Convention Center, happening April 5-8.

“We’re committed to quality work and dedicated to customer service,” Tanya says. “From our creative designers, to our detail-oriented project managers, to our talented installation crews, we’ve assembled a team that has combined their skills to work together in an environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.

Our goal is to help our clients create living spaces they love.”

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Ever since she was young, Anna Maria Lenihan has always been surrounded by great style. “I grew up watching my mom and grandmother work at woodmansee’s,” she says. When the nextdoor space became available in 2012, Anna Maria followed her dream and opened her own boutique, woodees. “When you put your heart and soul in what you do, great things follow,” she says. “It’s the best feeling to help someone feel and look their best.” 33 Broad St., Westerly. 596-0200, WoodeesRI.com

Joyce, the owner of Joyce’s Everyday Gourmet in Westerly, is celebrating 11 years of providing home-made meals-to-go. Every day she prepares delicious healthy choices, comfort foods, soups, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and sweets. “Folks love the convenience but it’s the quality of my food that keeps them coming back.” A meal for one or many - Joyce will do the cooking for you! 105 Franklin St., Mill Pond Plaza, Westerly. 596-8700, JoycesEverydayGourmet.com

TAMMY MELANSON Owner

PAMELA GRILLS STEIN Owner-Artist

JEANNE ABATE Mortgage Officer

Westerly native Tammy Melanson has spent the better part of 20 years owning her own businesses. Compass Rose Jewelry, a charming boutique in Spindrift Village, is her latest passion. “Jewelry is an expression of emotion; it’s wearable proof of someone’s affection and love,” she says. The shop offers an eclectic selection, as well as custom redesigns and repairs. “I love how each day brings new opportunities. I’m proud to show my daughter that anything is possible.” 271 Post Rd., Westerly.

637-4877, CompassRoseWesterly.com

Pamela Grills Stein always dreamt of being a working artist. When her parents passed away, she turned the dream into reality. “We must work and create our own opportunities,” she says. The painter opened her studio, The Grills Gallery, last June.

Driven to create and share her art, Pamela has an upcoming solo show at the Kettle Pond Visitors Center and a group show at Langworthy Vineyard this summer.

271 Post Rd., Westerly.

637-7401, GrillsGallery.com

“It’s a great day when a family realizes their dream of homeownership,” says Jeanne Abate. “I’ve been in the industry for 50 years, and I still get excited each time.”

The Westerly resident has been with the Westerly Community Credit Union since 2000. Described by her clients as knowledgeable and reliable, Jeanne goes above and beyond to assist clients. “Time flies when you love what you do, and you’re surrounded by staff that are committed to community.” she says. 122 Granite St., Westerly. 637-4415, WesterlyCCU.com

MARIA DIMAGGIO Membership Director

MIA BYRNES Restauranteur

MARIA GABRIELE ALLEN Salon Owner

A resident of Westerly nearly all her life, Maria DiMaggio has devoted the last four years of her career to the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce.

Starting as the Events Manager and then promoted to the Membership & Operations Director, her hard work and dedication has brought the Chamber to new heights. “I love connecting with our 700 plus members, and helping them achieve their marketing and business goals in this wonderful community,” she says.

1 Chamber Way, Westerly.

596-7761, OceanChamber.org

Mia Byrnes, a hospitality leader for over 30 years, is having an amazing year.

The owner of Mia’s Café in Pawcatuck purchased and re-opened famed Charlestown’s Wilcox Tavern in September. “I am so fortunate and appreciate the opportunity to have two business in great communities,” she says. VP of the Downtown Business Association, Mia is grateful for the continued support of the community. “I treasure the relationships I’ve made most.”

Miaspt.com, WilcoxTavern1730.com

“Hair has been a lifelong passion for Bella Vita Salon owner Maria Gabriele Allen. “I used to do my friends’ hair before school dances,” she remembers.

Maria has owned Bella Vita for 14 years now. The salon offers hair, nails, waxing, facials, makeup and bridal services.

More than that, Maria treats her customers like family. “The salon always flows with good energy,” she says. “Hugs and kisses are part of the ambience.”

26 High St., Westerly. 596-9990, BellaVitaSalon.com

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ANNA MARIA LENIHAN Boutique Owner

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SANDRA CUTTING Accounting Agency Owner Sandra Cutting, the owner of the Wakefield office of H&R Block, actually looks forward to the challenge of preparing taxes. “I enjoy offering peace of mind to clients,” Sandra explains. “Life changes – such as a marriage, divorce, birth of a child, buying a home, starting a business, selling property – have implications for your tax return. Seeking professional guidance, especially if you had such an event last year, ensures you are getting all the benefits for your particular tax situation,” she says.

Sandra has a Master of Science in Accounting from URI, is a certified financial planner and is an enrolled agent (EA).

As an EA, she completes 32 hours of continuing professional education every year to stay current on tax laws and their impact for her clients. A friendly woman with an easy laugh, Sandra is committed to her community and profession.

She served as the first woman president of the Wakefield Rotary Club and has

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taught accounting at Roger Williams University as an adjunct professor.

In addition to Sandra, there are ten trained tax professionals in the Wakefield H&R Block office, working full and part-time, who have over 100 years combined tax experience. “We’re a great team, and we’re looking forward to helping people this tax season.”

24 Salt Pond Rd., Suite D-5 Wakefield. 789-7986 HRBlock.com

MARGIE PASCETTA Career Transition Coach Life is busier than ever, and it’s all too easy to keep going through the motions in a job you don’t love. Margie Pascetta, a career transition coach with The Entrepreneur’s Source, helps people take a step back and get a clearer picture on how to find their ideal job - or to make the dream of working for themselves a reality. “My passion is to help others clarify, and then achieve, their dreams,” she says. Margie has been helping clients throughout New England for over 10 years. She finds it deeply rewarding to use her life experience and perspective to have a positive impact on the lives of others by showing them career alternatives that they may never have considered before.

Margie offers Complimentary Coaching Services to professionally-minded individuals who are interested in learning more about investing in themselves through business ownership. She helps her clients clarify their unique personal goals and their vision as a business owner, educates them about business ownership and helps them to explore businesses that meet their specific

criteria. “I educate people about alternative career options, and how they can use their careers as vehicles to achieve their personal goals,” Margie says. She’s available for speaking engagements to groups. Margie has also served on the Board of Trustees of the National Alliance for Autism Research, leading fundraising events that raised $11 million for autism research.

31 Sycamore Dr., Westerly. 978-887-0225 MPascetta.ESourceCoach.com

Beth Rocchio, MD has a passion for helping people discover what works for them on their weight loss and weight maintenance journey. As a young doctor and mother, she found herself 50 pounds overweight with a long list of symptoms and problems. When Dr. Beth used a holistic approach that included going beyond the physical, she lost 50 pounds in a year and has maintained it for 15 years. “I went from being an obese doctor to an obesity doctor,” she says. She founded Integrated Medical Weight Loss with the mission of helping people find what works for them. “My mission is to help people who really want to change not just their weight, but change the way they approach it,” she says. Dr. Beth cultivates motivation for change and provides information and support for balanced eating and moving.

Real lasting change happens when the change comes from the inside out. Through education in various mind-body medicine approaches from Harvard, UMass, Kripalu, Omega Institute, UCSF and more, she has been able to teach people to be in the scientifically validated Relaxation Response, a state of mind in which change flows much more easily. “We use the three I’s: integrated (treating the whole person), individual (because each person is unique) and incremental (meaning we take it one visit at a time),” she says.

“Every day people tell me this approach has helped them lose more weight and keep more off than they ever did, and in a way that’s kinder to themselves.”

1050 Main St #18 East Greenwich. 886-9669 IntegratedMedicalWeightLoss.com

MELISSA REUTER SHAW Executive Recruitment Consultant

MELISSA SIPLE Pilates Instructor & Gym Owner

All gain with no pain? It’s possible with STOTT Pilates. The precise strengthening and stretching method developed a century ago by Joseph Pilates has had immense benefits for those who practice it, but the system was based on old knowledge about the body and its functions. That’s why Melissa Siple, owner of BENEFITNESS, is a STOTT Pilates Instructor Trainer, teaching the method to future trainers at her East Greenwich studio and traveling globally to train future

has been home for both my thriving business and my growing family,” Melissa says. “Being born and raised here, it’s an honor to work with my Rhode Island client list.” She’s also deeply invested in giving back to the community, with the East Greenwich Public Schools and Youth Sports Leagues, Dress for Success, Family Service Club of RI, A Wish Come True, the Wounded Warrior Project and more. Melissa is also a member of the Providence Lady Project, Society for Human Resource Management and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council.

“The success of Shaw Search Partners in some ways, feels as though its come full circle,” she explains. “The founding of my company was sparked very much by my dad’s example. Now as a proud mom of two, I strive for entrepreneurial success while achieving a work/life balance with a family of my own.”

“My mission is to treat every single client with the highest level of personalized service,” Melissa says. “These clients trust me to deliver results quickly and effectively; the ability to do that is the crux of my business.

This service is my passion, and it has resulted in a thriving and successful business. I’m really proud of that.”

instructors. STOTT, she says, “is the contemporary approach.

As science has evolved, our method has evolved to better fit clients’ needs.” BENEFITNESS offers daily classes in Group Mat & Reformer, as well as one on one sessions tailored to your needs. They also offer Personal Training, TRX, Halo, Barre & Cycle sessions. Have a small group of friends that wants to train together? BENEFITNESS can accommodate you on-site or at your location! Once monthly discounted Introductory sessions are offered so that you can try Pilates with a minimal investment.

Melissa loves how customizable STOTT is to each person’s fitness level and abilities. “It makes people feel successful,” she says. “It’s completely anatomically and physiologically appropriate for the person who’s doing it.” Melissa holds both a BS and an MBA, and continually strives to expand her skill set both personally and professionally. She prides herself on having “the best of the best” trainers working for her - but that doesn’t mean she only trains top athletes.

“People are looking to be fit and functional longer,” she says.

“We work with every body type and age to help you be your best self.”

333 Main St., East Greenwich. 886-5661 RIPilates.com

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East Greenwich. 419-5163 ShawSearch.com

“I love helping people find their dream job,” says Melissa Reuter Shaw of Shaw Search Partners.

Inspired by her father’s entrepreneurial spirit, Melissa founded her own recruitment consulting firm in 2010. “I started Shaw Search Partners with a belief that a recruiter should have a vested interest in the business, culture and environment of the client’s company,” she says. Melissa believes in a truly personal approach that comes from her drive to find exactly the right fit for exactly the right person. “Most recruiting firms work on a larger, team-based model,” she says. “I believe in a more personalized approach.

I partner with my client companies to find just the right candidates as long term career hires, and this detail has truly made all the difference.”

Now, Melissa’s company is a successful business with over 20 clients. Shaw Search Partners is known for recruiting high level and executive Marketing, Creative, and Strategy talent, and competes with some of the nation’s leading recruitment agencies. “I work on national searches for Fortune 500 companies and am especially proud of the work I do right here in Rhode Island,” Melissa says. She partners with major Rhode Island corporations, but also growing small businesses and non-profits. “Rhode Island

KRISANNE MURRAY

Digital Branding & Graphic Design

DONNA TSCHUTA Licensed Massage Therapist

“As the economy improves and new businesses open, graphic design will play an increasingly crucial role in commerce,” says Krisanne Murray of The Design Room. She does graphic design for small and large companies, helping them grow through purposeful, directed messaging. “I’m motivated by the ever-changing waters of design and marketing,” she says.

“All the design work my company produces is top notch and designed with a purpose.”

333 Main St., Suite I, Wakefield. 783-1693, DesignRoom.co

Massage On Main employs skilled and qualified, licensed massage therapists with a high level of education and expertise, offering individually tailored massage treatments using a science-based approach.

“Whether a massage is for relaxation or pain relief, our clients leave here refreshed and restored.” Massage On Main regularly receives referrals from local medical professionals, including doctors, surgeons, chiropractors and physical therapists. “We are blessed!” 212 Main St., Wakefield. 5333333, MassageOnMain.us

JAN BERTWELL Framing Expert

CATHY GORHAM Boutique Owner

KIM CURTIS Cake Designer & Baker

“We believe that each project is a way to express yourself,” says Jan Bertwell, who owns Finishing Touches with her son Evan. They offer printing as well as framing, and host in-store events. “That’s why Finishing Touches is here - to give you the tools, resources, and advice that you need to display your art and precious memories in a way that is uniquely yours.” 311A Main St., Wakefield. 2843700, FinishingTouchesRI.com

Cathy Gorham has achieved a lifelong dream in running her own business.

She purchased a beloved gift store and gradually has transformed it to women’s clothing, accessories and gift boutique. At Seaside Style, she and her colleagues work with their customers to find the perfect look. Cathy wants her visitors to have fun and feel comfortable while shopping, and then look and feel fabulous in their purchase.

343 Main St., Wakefield. 284-1551, ShopSeasideStyle.com

A graduate of Johnson & Wales, Sweet Althea’s owner Kim Curtis has had a lifelong passion for baking and art. Her bakery makes gorgeous, delicious cakes daily from scratch, as well as pastries, cookies, brownies, scones and more. “Sweet Althea’s a very special place,” she says, “and has what every small coffee shop should have: the best coffee, high-quality pastries and wonderful people.” 406A Main St., Wakefield. 932-9473, SweetAltheas.com

JEREMY WHITE Hair Stylist & Salon Owner

DIANNE LEMAY Realtor / Associate Partner

DEBRA L. CHERNICK Attorney-At-Law

“When you know someone is happy leaving the salon,” says Jeremy White, “that’s the most gratifying feeling.”

She’s owned Sense of Style for 13 years, offering color, cut, and foils. Jeremy prides herself on staying on top of trends, earning awards and certificates from Joico, TIGI and Aquage. She finds inspiration all around South County, and from the community that supports her growing salon. “I consider myself fortunate to live in a place of beauty and simplicity.” 326 Main Street, Wakefield. 782-1273

“I work hard to put my clients first,” says Dianne Lemay. A realtor with Keller Williams Luxury Homes International, board member of Welcome House and Wakefield Village Association Member, Dianne is a top producer who has received the President’s Gold Award for her exceptional results.

“Our Wakefield office had a terrific year by partnering with local interior designers and photographers,” she says. “My homes stand out with this approach.” 117 Main St., Wakefield. 533-2257, DianneLemayRealty.com

As General Counsel to Sayer, Regan & Thayer, LLP, Debra L. Chernick helps people navigate life’s milestones like buying a new house, birth of a child or losing a loved one. A general practitioner to generations of families, Debra guides them with innovative solutions and a sympathetic ear.

Her website Para-Kin.com is devoted to defining terms for evolving family roles.

343 C Main St., Wakefield.

789-1616, SRTFLaw.com

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of Main Street, Wakefield

JEAN HAUSER President

excellent quality products, and knowledge of what we sell. We’re the best at what we do.”

1107 Reservoir Ave., Cranston. 943-1155 8190 Post Rd., North Kingstown. 294-6100 603 Kingstown Rd., Wakefield. 515-2044 679 West Main Rd., Middletown. 849-3500 TheColorHouse.com

LISA SIENKIEWICZ & GAIL PARELLA Co-Owners & Sisters Gil’s Appliances is a family-owned and operated appliance store with locations in Bristol and Middletown. Lisa Sienkiewicz and Gail Parella, co-owners and sisters, are proud to continue a tradition of trust, integrity, and value started by their parents, Gil and Sarah Almeida, in 1961. Lisa and Gail quite literally grew up in the business as the Almeida family lived in an apartment upstairs from the store. In 1995, Lisa and Gail took over the business and have raised their own families within the walls of Gil’s, just as their parents did.

Lisa and Gail were rewarded for their hard work last year in the form of an Excellence in Business Award from the Newport County Chamber of Commerce. And the highest of honors was bestowed upon the sisters when they were named Chief Marshals of the 232nd Annual Bristol Fourth of July Celebration in 2017. In addition, a renovation and expansion of the Bristol showroom is now complete and includes working kitchens for demonstrations and events.

Gil’s carries all major appliance brands, offers free in-house delivery, and free removal of old appliances. At Gil’s, “family-owned” is

Left to right: Lisa and Gail

more than an advertising slogan. It means operating their business with integrity, building relationships and earning the trust of customers, and providing value through low pricing and unsurpassed customer service.

Lisa and Gail are truly “Leading Ladies” in their field. Visit them to see the difference Gil’s makes!

Bristol: 397 Metacom Ave., 253-9789 Middletown: 926 Aquidneck Ave., 314-9789 GilsAppliances.com

A passion for handmade art came at an early age for Craftland owner Margaret Carleton. “I grew up making things with my grandmother, who made beautiful art out of bits of nature she found on her walks,” she says. “I still feel that wonder at all the creative magic happening in Rhode Island.”

Brightly colored and filled with oneof-a-kind items, Craftland is a creative superstore. Jewelry, housewares, clothing, and greeting cards are just a sampling of the affordable art for sale. With two locations in Providence and East Greenwich, Craftland offers the largest collection of handmade art in RI. Margaret, who has a BFA in painting and a MFA in printmaking, started making lamps and jewelry out of melted plastic Mardi Gras beads in 2002. Later that year, Craftland debuted in Providence as a pop-up holiday sale. “The outpouring from the community was just incredible,” Margaret says, adding that the holiday-only shop became a year-round shop in 2009. “The goal was to make Craftland a destination for art and craft in Providence that reflects its wonderful character,” she says. The second location on East Greenwich’s Main Street coincided with Craftland’s 15th year anniversary in 2017. “It’s so gratifying to have these spaces that showcase some of the amazing work being done in our community, and that the community support us,” Margaret says.

212 Westminster St., Providence.

264 Main St., East Greenwich.

CraftlandShop.com

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Jean Hauser is proof that with hard work, you can build your dream career.

“Believe in yourself and start small,” she says. In Jean’s case, what she built was interior design services at The Color House, a paint and design retail store.

The store has four locations in Rhode Island, including their newest location in Middletown. Initially, she was the only designer. “We now have three full time designers on staff, offering their expertise in window treatments, wallpapers, color, and space planning,” Jean says.

“This portion of The Color House business is continuing to grow every year.”

The designers offer in-store design consultations, and in-home consultations with clients. TCH does color matching of paints and custom stain blending; sells hard and soft window treatments (including Hunter Douglas), fabrics and rugs; and offers tool rental. They also reupholster furniture. The new location in Middletown will also provide all of these services, with The Color House’s signature quality. “We provide excellent customer service,” Jean says. “We have

MARGARET CARLETON Owner & Artist

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LISA SWEENOR DUNHAM Co-Owner

DOREEN PICCONE Realtor & Property Stager

LILY SCOTT Bone Broth Entrepreneur

For Lisa Sweenor Dunham, chocolate has been a family business for four generations. Along with her brother, Lisa runs Sweenor’s Chocolates, which specializes in handmade chocolates, fudge, truffles and sweet novelties. “We take great pride in working for a business that has had continued success for over 60 years,” she says. “I also get to eat chocolate every day. That’s always a plus!”

Locations in Cranston and Wakefield.

783-4433, SweenorsChocolates.com

A realtor with Coastal Properties Group, Doreen Picone has a unique skill set. In addition to being a Senior Real Estate Specialist and Accredited Seller Representative, the North Kingstown resident is an Accredited Staging Professional, which is a huge asset in boosting a listing’s appeal. Doreen also has years of experience as an interior designer. She says, “I never get tired of showing houses and working with people.”

83 Brown St., Wickford.

447-4492, CPGRI.com

Bone broth, known for its probiotic benefits, as well as boosting healthy skin and the immune system, is having a bonafide moment - and Lily Scott of Lily’s Ladle is making her own right here in Rhode Island, with ingredients from local farms. It’s available in grocery stores, and by subscription. “When I’m feeling run down,” Lily says, “I just sip some.”

917-767-3876, LilysLadle.com

HEATHER PALIOTTA Executive Director

TRIXIE WADSON Head of Marketing

HANNAH REDD Acupuncturist

“I enjoy meeting with people every day,” says Heather Paliotta. Born and raised in South County, Heather has been with the Charlestown Chamber of Commerce for 16 years. Her accomplishments include recruiting volunteers, growing the membership and tripling the size of the Charlestown Seafood Festival, the Chamber’s largest fundraiser. “We are strong advocates for our members, and strong ambassadors for preserving our coastal heritage.” 4945 Old Post Rd., Charlestown. 364-3878, CharlestownRIChamber.com

A clean, vibrant waterfront and close community ties are very important to me,” says Trixie Wadson, head of marketing for Bowen’s Wharf. She plans events that are not only fun, but benefit the community. The Newport Oyster Festival will raise funds for three local organizations. “While sales drive the businesses, we believe Bowen’s Wharf is so unique that we create events for people to come enjoy the waterfront in the off-season too.”

13 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport. 8492243, BowensWharf.com

“Your emotional health is just as important as your physical health,” says acupuncturist Hannah Redd. “Energy medicine is one of the best ways to treat common problems we deal with on a daily basis,” she says, recommending acupuncture to help treat with everything from back pain to digestive issues to depression. “Instead of being your last resort, acupuncture should be one of the first things you do for healing.” 140 Point Judith Rd., 33C, Narragansett. 261-4316, HannahReddAcupuncture.com

JAYNE MERNER SENECAL Compost Farmer

NATALIA PAIVA-NEVES Restaurateur

JESSICA M. FERROL Mind-Body Counselor

At Earth Care Farm, Jayne Merner Senecal works hard to make a greener planet. Her solar-powered family farm takes in 50-100 tons of compost material a day, and makes Merner’s Gold Compost with it, which is available in garden stores across the state. “It feels like a gift to be able to continue my father’s work and have a long-lasting, sustainable impact on Rhode Island’s environment.”

89A Country Dr., Charlestown. 364-9930, EarthCareFarm.com

“I was basically raised in a kitchen,” says Natalia Paiva-Neves of O Dinis Restaurant. “I have a passion for food and entertaining.”

The Portuguese restaurant is widely recognized as one of the best in Rhode Island, and has been featured on Bizarre Foods on The Travel Channel. “Small, family-owned restaurants really are the heartbeat of Rhode Island,” she says. “Many guests have become part of our family.”

579 Warren Ave., East Providence. 438-3769

Jessica Ferrol, the Community Ayurvedic Herbalist, believes that small changes can have a big impact on physical and mental health. A lifelong learner, Jessica is a doctor of Ayurveda and has a Masters in Holistic Mental Health Counseling. The bodymind counselor works one-on-one with people to create attainable goals to reach overall wellness. Her unique approach is holistic yet practical. “Feeling your best doesn’t have to be hard. I find a path with small steps that lead to profound shifts.”

37-39 West Broad St., Pawcatuck, CT. 401-323-4638, RIAyurveda.com

AMANDA CORTELLESSO Aerial Arts Instructor & Performer

around Rhode Island and around the country. Arielle Arts Entertainment has performers for hire who are acrobats, dancers, actors, extreme sports athletes and aerialists.

They also work with people to customize their ideal performance. Imagine performers soaring through the air at a special event: their presence is guaranteed to create an unforgettable experience.

3377 South County Trl. East Greenwich. 398-7061 ArielleArts.com

PAMELA MACHON Owner & Baker Pamela Machon, owner of Sophie’s Brewhouse, had a lot of varied and interesting careers before opening her first coffee shop in 2008. “I’ve done it all,” Pamela says, from being a hairdresser to an excavator to a blackjack dealer at a casino, “but none of those were my passion. I love to cook and bake.” She opened Sophie’s Coffee & Cafe in Exeter, and, working with her daughters, had a successful run for seven years. “I sold the business thinking I needed a break,” Pamela explains, “but life had other plans.”

Pamela reopened Sophie’s in 2016, with a new name. Now, in addition to the coffee and pastries that Sophie’s has always served, Sophie’s Brewhouse has a full liquor license, and serves delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches, with gluten free and vegan options. And the coffee is still great: espresso, lattes and cappuccinos with beans from Italy, plus chai and all-natural smoothies. Pamela donates to local charities, and prides herself on using as many local vendors as possible, like Rhody Fresh, Roch’s, Calise, Bagelz and

Kenyon’s Grist Mill, among many others.

“Being that I’m an Italian from Westerly, we serve a breakfast sandwich made with Soupy!” And the good things keep coming. Sophie’s in the process of building a bar and an outdoor patio. “We have a loyal customer base,” says Pamela. “I think it speaks volumes the way the community has welcomed us back.”

699 South County Trail, Exeter. 295-4273 SophiesBrewHouse.com

Alicia Donadio, the owner of Rhode Island Mulch Express Blower Services, is a licensed RI Contractor and board member for Rhode Island Nursery & Landscape Association (RINLA).

She has an innovative landscape business that saves clients time and money with its services - blowing mulch and soils from an Express Blower Truck directly into garden beds, roof gardens and more. “After raising my three children and being involved in the landscape industry for over 20 years, I felt there was a need for this specialized service for contractors, municipalities and home owners. We work together to get jobs completed efficiently and with exceptional customer service.”

Erosion control services (silt socks) has become an exciting and environmentally conscious part of the business. “Since these types of services are not well known, I spend a lot of time educating customers on how it works and how much time is saved. In every industry there is new technology that saves time and money, it’s just a matter of learning that they exist. Nothing is better than seeing a customer so happy when the job is complete, knowing they never have to push a wheelbarrow or apply mulch by hand again!”

Narragansett. 782-6000 RhodeIslandMulch.com

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It’s not often someone will invite you to go flying through the air, but at Arielle Extreme, it happens every day. Arielle Arts Training School, led by performer/ instructor Amanda Cortellesso, offers aerial training classes that are full-body workouts, but more than that, they’re really fun.

“It’s a challenge for your body and mind,” Amanda says. Classes at the East Greenwich facility are for youth and adults, in skill levels ranging from total beginner to expert. During a workout in the air, you wrap yourself in fabrics hanging from the ceiling, and create beautiful, strong aerial movements inside them. The workout increases total body strength, flexibility, coordination and confidence.

Trainers at Arielle are practicing professional performers who are active on the performing scene, which means that you’re learning from top professionals. Arielle also offers an entertainment company named Arielle Entertainment where professional performers are also available to perform

ALICIA DONADIO Landscape Support Services

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North Kingstown

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& Wickford

ELIZABETH LIND Sculptor “I have always been a sculptor,” says Elizabeth Lind. “I sculpt life-sized women in their environments, either real or imagined, captured for a moment in stone.” Her work is displayed all over the country, locally at the Newport Art Museum and Spring Bull Gallery, and she works and teaches out of Shady Lea Mill. “It’s what fuels me, balances me, gives me that wonderful euphoric feeling,” she says.

215 Shady Lea Rd., North Kingstown. 536-2121, ElizabethLind.net

MARSHA WELCH Owner & Broker

LORI DELFOSSE Health Consultant

Real estate is more than a career to Marsha Welch, principal broker and owner of Marsha Welch Real Estate. “It’s a calling,” she says.

Her full-service firm focuses on results for buyers and sellers with a professional yet caring approach.

A Realtor since 1988, she opened her own firm 16 years ago. Marsha, a creative problem solver, approaches each transaction with care. “I’m committed to assisting people navigate the real estate process.”

45 Brown Street, Wickford. 401-413-8505, mlwrealpro@yahoo.com

“My success is a reflection of my personal conviction to living a healthy, vibrant life,” says Lori Delfosse. With a 30 year career as a registered nurse, reiki master and national speaker, Lori RN empowers clients to make better choices. Lori’s holistic evidence-based approach uses technology, natural products, toxin removal, exercise and nutrition to help achieve optimal wellness. “It’s so rewarding to assist people live life to its fullest.”

125 Steamboat Ave., North Kingstown.

932-9342, LoriRNConsultant.com

BETHANY MAZZA Boutique Co-Owner

TRACEY BLACK REALTOR

Green Ink is a stylish boutique that has offered quality items for 45 years.

“I worked alongside my mom, Betty Givan, when I was just 11,” remembers Bethany Mazza, who now co-owns and runs the family business. “We’re a part of celebrations, but we’re also a part of everyday life,” Bethany says, adding that she feels fortunate to have an impact in her customers’ lives. “We empower people to feel good, and that empowers us.”

89 Brown St., Wickford. 294-6266, GreenInkBoutique.com

“The best decision I ever made was joining Marsha Welch Real Estate,” says REALTOR Tracey Black. “I love building relationships with the right mix of personal and professional. I am proud to say we maintain that relationship with clients after their deal has closed.” Tracey, a lifelong Rhode Islander, has the innate ability to remain calm throughout the buying or selling process. “My clients are my top priority. Making them happy is what drives me to excel.”

45 Brown St., Wickford. 489-2891, traceyblack@cox.net

KRISTIN URBACH Executive Director

The North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce supports and promotes 400+ businesses throughout South County. As Executive Director, it’s Kristin Urbach’s job to connect all of those businesses. “Our members represent every industry, large and small, old and new, from home-based businesses just starting out to large businesses,” she says. The Chamber provides dozens of targeted networking opportunities, unique large scale promotional events such as the Taste of the NK Chamber (happening this year on May 9), and professional development seminars with highly engaged groups of professionals.

“I truly enjoy learning more about people’s career goals and connecting them to potential opportunities that leads to growth in their jobs and in the RI economy,” she says. This year’s Annual Meeting and Business Excellence Awards Dinner is happening on March 22.

“Our relationship with the North Kingstown community is important to us here at Quonset and Kristin has been a great ally in our efforts to keep that relationship healthy and strong,” says Steven J. King, Managing Director of Quonset Development Corporation. “Her work with the Chamber is important to our team but also to the more than 200 businesses that call Quonset home. Just a few months ago Kristin was on site at Quonset hosting a ribbon cutting at a business in our new Gateway office building. We thank Kristin for her hard work in improving the North Kingstown business community.”

8045 Post Rd. North Kingstown. 295-5566 NorthKingstown.com

LORI ELEY Realtor “There’s no better feeling than getting up every day to go to work that doesn’t feel like work,” says realtor Lori Eley. She moved to Narragansett with her daughter “not knowing a soul,” and quickly felt so at home that she wanted to help other people have that feeling. “I listen to my clients, give them trusted advice, develop good relationships and the rest falls into place.” 750 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett. 741-4355, ResidentialProperties.com

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DIANNE DICKSON Store Team Leader As Store Team Leader for the Garden City Whole Foods Market, Dianne Dickson brings healthy food to the community at a store that really cares about people. “It’s all about delighting our customers,” she says, whether through regular sampling events or surprises coming down the pipeline after the store’s recent Amazon merger. Dianne says, “I have the opportunity to work alongside amazing people and have fun every day.” 151 Sockanosset Cross Rd., Cranston. 942-7600, WholeFoods.com

“My philosophy is simple: to inspire, teach, and create art with artistic techniques and subjects,” says Lynn Murphy. Her business, Craftersnight Educational Arts Studio, is a place to have fun and be creative. It started as Time to Design, an embroidery and quilting store, but has grown into a haven for people looking to explore different mediums and learn more about creating everything from jewelry to paintings to textile arts. “The best part of what I do each day is learning something new in the art world and teaching it to others,” she says.

At Craftersnight, every Thursday is Open Studio Paint Night, when people can choose any painting in the studio and learn how to paint it themselves. This year, Lynn is launching a new Art Masters Series for Paint Night, where students learn to paint a classic work of art and learn about the artist. Other classes include wreath making, jewelry making, candle making, wine glass painting, and sewing and quilting lessons.

Craftersnight also hosts birthday parties for

kids and adults, as well as corporate events and art camps. “The kids really enjoy learning to knit, sew, and create soap and candles,” Lynn says. “It’s important to me to show kids what it was like to sit around the kitchen table like I did with my grandmother and learn how to sew on a button or knit a scarf. Creativity helps kids learn in so many different ways.”

223 Main St. East Greenwich. 500-3032 Craftersnight.com

LAURIE RAMAKER Marketing Agency Owner Imagine a partner who helps you work “on” the business so you can work “in” the business doing what you love most – serving your customers. Laurie Ramaker, owner of Ramaker Communications, partners with South County companies, nonprofits, and festivals to help them achieve their goals through coordinated marketing, public relations, and outreach campaigns.

Creative and collaborative, Laurie is a business developer at heart. She helps her clients define what makes them truly unique, then creates and implements a marketing plan that targets the desired audience with a sophisticated blend of traditional, digital, and social media marketing techniques. Laurie develops a wide range of cost-effective strategies for any budget. “Every tactic is connected to the overall goal - a consistent message that nurtures existing customers, attracts a new demographic, and boosts the company’s reputation in the community,” says Laurie.

Laurie promotes well-loved events such as the Rhythm & Roots Festival and the South County Hot Air Balloon Festival. Her diverse client base also includes the nonprofit South County Museum and the iconic Coast Guard House restaurant. A well-known marketer to the Southern Rhode Island community, Laurie delivers results.

742-0121 RamakerCommunications.com

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“It makes me happy when clients are happy with their hair,” says Maura Legare McDonald, owner of Maura’s Hair Salon. She made her name at salons all over South County and East Greenwich before venturing out on her own last year.

Maura’s Hair Salon is celebrating one year, with no signs of slowing down. “It has been a great ride and I look forward to keep on going,” she says.

750 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett. 301-2835

LYNN MURPHY Creative Educational Art Studio Owner

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SIERRA BARTER Co-founder The Lady Project (LPO) started out as a small group of women looking to connect with each other, share ideas, network their talents and support like-minded people. Sierra Barter, a social media coordinator at Johnson & Wales University, and Julie Sygiel, founder of lingerie company Dear Kate, started the Lady Project in 2011. “Our vision was an ‘Old Boy’s Club’ for fabulous women in The Creative Capital to network, connect with other like-minded ladies and to do so over a glass of champagne,” Sierra says.

It turns out they were onto something.

From those first few networking events, The Lady Project has grown into a huge, vital force. Now, there are over 1,500 members of the non-profit, 600 of them in Providence, and another 900 across the country in other Lady Project branches. Albany, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Raleigh, Boston, Nashua, Boulder, Philadelphia, New Haven, New York, San Diego, Seattle, Washington D.C., Dallas, Tampa and Portland, Maine all have their own groups, dedicated to bringing women together to share ideas and resources. “It’s an incredible feeling to be able to impact so many women’s lives,” Sierra says. “I love meeting our amazing members and traveling around the country to our different launches.” And, her work isn’t done. “We want to double our current member base,” Sierra says. “It’s our goal to give women around the country a national network of likeminded ladies.”

Every month, The Lady Project hosts fun, inspiring events for women to meet and connect. Think book clubs to discuss important, relevant current releases; exercise classes to get women moving on a Sunday morning; after-work networking events to bring together women looking to empower other women. In October, the Lady Project

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will host their national Lady Summit at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence. The highly anticipated event sells out every year, and has garnered the attention of national media outlets, including Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls at the Party. Workshops cover topics as diverse as how to turn your side hustle into your dream job, how to negotiate in the workplace and taking charge of your financial future. Beyond that, it’s a fun day designed to connect smart, engaged women to other women, and to inspire them to make positive changes in their lives, in and out of the workplace.

Before and after the summit, there are lots of ways to connect and be inspired

by Lady Project members. Their monthly newsletter goes out to all members of all branches, and includes short, inspiring stories about the great work women are doing in their communities. Each chapter has a Facebook group where women share their successes, promote their good work and ask others for help and recommendations. They recently launched a members-only portal on their website, full of exclusive resources and benefits. “It’s been so wonderful to connect with so many talented, creative, and entrepreneurial ladies who are passionate about their interests and supportive of each others’ growth,” says LPO member Carole Ann Penney.

“Lady Project is for anyone who identifies as a female and is amazing,” Sierra says.

“I’m honored to be able to impact so many women’s lives.” East Side Monthly readers can use the code “PVDMonthly” for $20 off a business membership. Join at LadyProject.org/Join.

“By being involved with horses, a person confronts their own sense of self,” says Pam Steere Maloof of Faith Hill Farm. “It takes hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Horses demand honesty and kindness, qualities that we, as humans, then continue to uphold in our own daily lives.” Pam and her husband opened Faith Hill Farm in 1991. It has grown into an equestrian facility that not only teaches horsemanship to children and adults, but also bigger lessons about life and character. Pam says “our students take what they learn in our farm and give back. They strive to make the world a better place.”

In 2017, Pam opened her nonprofit organization, the Faith Hill Farm Foundation, which works with different groups in Rhode Island to provide equine assisted psychotherapy and assisted learning. The Foundation helps individuals overcome adversity through meaningful interactions with horses. Pam knows, “research has demonstrated that horses are powerful healing partners and can enrich our lives immensely.”

Faith Hill Farm welcomes everyone, from competitive riders, to burgeoning students and leisure riders. “We have a real sense of inclusiveness, team spirit, and community here,” she says. “Together we build a caring and positive environment where everyone can meet and exceed their goals.”

Riders from Faith Hill Farm regularly qualify for national competitions, such as the FEI National Pony Championship.

The brand new covered arena allows for all-weather riding and the farm hosts a summer camp every year with early-bird enrollment through March.

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Head-to-Toe Style Outfitting kids of all ages in East Greenwich and Wickford When the children of your original customers start frequenting your store, you know that you’ve built a well-established business.

Bob and Deb Semple started the original Teddy Bearskins in Wickford over 30 years ago.

“It’s a riot to see the next generation coming in,” says Deb. “We watched their parents grow and now we get to do it again.” Their new location opened in East Greenwich last April and, like the original, it’s chock-full of everything you need to outfit your child from head to toe.

With sizes from infant (including baptismal wear) to 20, you can frequent this one-stop shop for many years. The store carries a huge collection for toddlers of colorful and fun clothing and cute shoes and boots to match, with designs including dinosaurs, boats, stripes, and faux fur. Swimsuits with built-in SPF keep those little ones safe. Don’t forget the gorgeous dresses and suits for formal occasions as well as first communions.

Toys, games, dolls, building sets, and more round out the shopping experience. When

time is of the essence, a trip to Teddy Bearskins can make your life a whole lot easier.

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A Bonnet Shores Bungalow

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A Rhode Island couple comes back home, with a house built to hold generations of family

Both Jen and Bill Lane grew up in Rhode Island, attended the University of Rhode Island, and summered in the idyllic coastal community of Bonnet Shores, so it should come as no surprise that the Ocean State is where the couple returned after spending three decades raising their family in Massachusetts.

“We spent our summers in Rhode Island with family and friends, and considered it our second home,” reflects Jen Lane.

“As my three children turned into young adults and moved on, we found ourselves in our ‘big’ house in Massachusetts [that was] very empty. So a year ago we decided

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from the ground up, giving the

that we were going to sell house a beachy color palette our house, downsize, and and adapting their Massachusetts furnishings to match it move to the beach.”

The couple had bought a bungalow in Bonnet Shores 25 years ago and initially hoped to renovate it for full-time living. After hiring an architect to remodel it, they quickly realized their Cape was a teardown. Lane says she spent more than 40 hours online looking for the right builders, but her search was over when she found Heritage Homes in North Kingstown.

Nine months later, the Lanes moved into their new old home, delighted with it. “It was important for us to have our master bedroom on the first floor, a great kitchen for entertaining, and plenty of room for my children, grandchildren, and guests,” Lane says. The second floor features two bedrooms, a bathroom, a family room, and a bonus room/workout area, though the guesthouse may be getting the most workout. “Being near the beach brings lots of company, which we love.”

Lane says she wanted the house to evoke both calmness and casual elegance, so she turned to Lee Chartier of Inside Style in Wakefield to oversee interior decisions, including colors, fabrics, upholstery, accessories, and window treatments.

“Jen [had] already narrowed things down but wanted guidance to make sure that the whole house – which had an open floor plan – would have a cohesive look and feel,” explains Chartier. “We recommended a color palette that included some pale blues and greens that had a good amount of gray in them. The master bed and bath are done in Benjamin Moore Sleigh Bells and Half Moon Crest, which are soft, beautiful tones. We added gold in silver tones in the draperies, bedding, and chair upholstery for a romantic feel.”

As the ambience of their Massachusetts home had been radically different from the Lanes’ new cottage-style stunner by the sea, the couple had to take a closer look at what furniture could stay, what had to go, and what could be reinvented. Chartier set her eyes on the large, traditional dark wood china cabinet, decorated with what seemed to be a white elephant. “We removed the glass doors, painted it inside and out, and changed the hardware. You wouldn’t recognize it!

Completely transformed into something they can now use,” she says with gusto.

“Older pieces are not only sentimental but they’re often much better made than pieces today. It just takes vision to transform them.”

Chartier “really helped me achieve my goals!” Lane says. “All the gals at Inside Style are very talented and fun to work with.”

Another critical element in capturing the vibe Lane wanted was lighting. “This was one of my most difficult tasks,” Lane says, “because I believe lighting has to be special to achieve my desired look and feeling.” The homeowner worked closely with Cynthia Lafarier of Harbour Lighting Boutique in Exeter to make purposeful, “illuminating” decisions.

“So Bill and I are ‘back home’ in Bonnet and I can say this is our last stop,” says Lane. “But we have many, many more years of family, love, and happiness as our family continues to grow. We look forward to our kids coming home on the weekends [in] the years ahead and this cycle repeating itself year after year.”

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Of all the activities I’ve tried A densely clustered collecbouldering for all levels of climber in my fitness adventures, tion of walls intended for the one to which I’ve most wanted to return both top-roping (climbing with ropes) and is indoor rock climbing. Of course, the differbouldering (shorter climbs without ropes), ence between wanting to do an activity and the place was abuzz with activity from variactually doing it is often a pretty wide chasm ous youth and adult climbing groups. Everyfor me, so it was a welcome opportunity when where I looked, someone was scaling somemy editor asked me to visit Rock Spot Climbthing. It was especially humbling to watch the ing in Lincoln, a sister facility to the Rock Spot youth groups; I knew I’d be stumbling through location in Peace Dale. this while they were zipping up the walls like I was glad to get another go at it. My first spider monkeys. climb was a great experience, but it was My sherpa, West, introduced me to the aulargely centered around learning the basics to-belay system, which provides a solo climbof belaying (the rope technique used to keep er with the safety of top-roping without a climbers safe) and conquering my fear of partner to hold the rope. He also explained heights. The two things that stuck with me, the rating system that grades the difficulty of however, were the puzzle-like mental chalvarious courses. Each wall features multiple lenge of navigating the trail of holds up the groupings of differently colored hand- and wall and the invigorating sensation pulsing footholds. The goal is to work your way to the through my entire body afterward, indicating top using only one color. The varying sizes, that all my muscle groups had been activated. placements, and distances between the holds I wanted more. make some colors more challenging than othRock Spot provided just what I was craving. ers, providing something for climbers of all

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experience and skill levels.

Sticking with the easiest course on several auto-belay walls, I worked my way around the gym. I summited my first wall on the first attempt, giving me a boost of false confidence.

I quickly discovered that even among the low-numbered courses, the difficulty levels can vary greatly. My next attempt was on a wall that jutted out about two-thirds of the way up. Four times I attempted to navigate past it and each one resulted in me tumbling back down to the mat.

West urged me not to get discouraged.

“The one thing beginners and experienced climbers have in common is that they both fall a lot,” he assured me.

After working my way up – and falling back down – several other courses, I needed a break. Rock climbing really tests your grip strength in a way that most exercises don’t.

My hands, wrists, and forearms started to fatigue fairly quickly. That’s when West and his co-worker, Eddie, pointed out what in retrospect should have been obvious: I should have been letting my legs do most of the work.

With that in mind, I clipped into the next wall and focused on using my legs. I realized that I had been almost exclusively looking up during each climb as my hands fumbled for the next-highest hold to grab; by looking down more and letting my legs climb higher before reaching up for the next handhold, I had a lot more success.

After spending most of the session falling, I was suddenly climbing, and quickly reached the top of the wall. I triumphantly lowered myself back to the base with a sense of accomplishment and newfound understanding of the sport. Unfortunately, my feeling of victory was abruptly cut short when I noticed the sign reading, “Kid-friendly climb.”

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Bright Idea The Coast Guard House relives history with romantic candlelit dinners Most lovers dream of a candlelit evening by the sea. For the past

one of the proprietors. “Our building dates back to the 1880s,”

year, The Coast Guard House has brought this dream to life: the

when wax and wick were commonplace. The romantic atmosphere

restaurant’s Candlelight Nights take place the second Tuesday

has drawn crowds for two winters, but the candles are doused

of every month, when electric bulbs are switched off and artful

in the warmer months, when the sun tarries late into the eve-

entrees are served in a flickering glow. “We thought it would be

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by Stacey Place

Rediscover Spain Savor oceans of Mediterranean flavor at a Narragansett classic The Rhode Island restaurant scene is always changing. Restaurants open; restaurants close. Yet sometimes we long for the old, familiar spots – restaurants that have stood the test of time. One example: Spain of Narragansett. I made a visit to figure out the secret to its longevity.

Spain was first opened near the Narragansett Pier in 1987 by Salvador Gomes and the late Felix Rodriguez. In 1995, it moved to its current location on Ocean Road near Scarborough Beach. Salvador’s younger brother, Joe, and his wife, Nina, tend to the daily operations while Salvador’s wife, J.J., manages the business end of things. Salvador is still in the kitchen.

The restaurant is known for its fresh, cooked-to-order, Mediterranean-inspired meals. The dining room is bright and open, with decor suited to the nearby beach (think wicker chairs and pastel colors).

There is a large bar area and lounge, important for a restaurant that doesn’t take small reservations. In the warmer months, the restaurant also provides a lovely patio for outside dining.

On the night I visited with a friend, the restaurant was full, so we gladly sat at the bar. As a bonus, the NFL playoffs were displayed on three televisions. Sangria is Spain’s signature drink, but we opted for cocktails: I tried the ‘90s-style Grey Goose

Cosmopolitan ($9), and my friend decided on a Paloma ($9) made with Patron Silver Tequila, ruby red grapefruit juice, and Sprite. Before we were done with our meal, we also each enjoyed a Whalers Rise ($5.50). All of the drinks, including wine, are generously portioned.

Before our appetizers were served, we were given bread with a delicious garlic butter. I sampled the shrimp appetizer ($12.50), which featured medium-sized shrimp sauteed in garlic and olive oil. They definitely had a kick to them and were a nice way to start the meal. The last of our bread sopped up the yummy sauce left in the casserole dish. My friend, a calamari

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connoisseur, gave Spain’s version ($11) a try. She loved that the calamari weren’t greasy and contentedly ate them plain, sans cocktail sauce.

Spain is best known for its seafood, which is generally caught in local waters. Feeling decadent, I ordered the Baked Stuffed Lobster ($30). It wasn’t a huge lobster, only 1.5 pounds, but it was plenty for me, with sweet and tender meat. The stuffing was chock-full of crab, shrimp, and scallops, and the sides included clarified butter and a dish of rice, spinach, broccoli, and carrots. My friend was intrigued by the night’s Swordfish Special ($32), prepared simply

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Baked Stuffed Lobster Lobster stuffed with crab, shrimp, and scallops, served with rice and vegetables

The Paloma Cocktail made with Patron Silver Tequila, grapefruit juice, and Sprite

with lemon and white wine. The price was high, but it bought an enormous portion – more than a pound of fresh fish – with the same sides as my entree.

At last, the bartender brought over a tray of six desserts. My friend loves Tres Leches Cake ($9) and spoke highly of Spain’s

version. I had a choice of Crème Brulee or Flan and opted for the latter ($9). This eggy, steamed custard is a staple of Spanish desserts.

Spain was bustling, despite the cold winter night. For close to 30 years, Spain has been essential to the Rhode Island restaurant scene. Friends and family have mentioned how Spain is their favorite restaurant in all of Rhode Island. My cousin, who is extremely picky, even got married here on a beautiful summer day out on the patio.

The food has remained consistently good over the years, as has the attentive service.

If you haven’t been to Spain in years, it’s worth the walk down memory lane.

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by Robert Isenberg

From Farm (and Sea) to Table How Artur Akopov creates diverse menus with local ingredients at Mariner Grille From the outside, Mariner Grille is an unassuming spot – tucked into a shopping complex off 108. Yet the Narragansett restaurant has a lot to offer: a horseshoe bar that’s busy all day, a modernist dining room for elegant seafood dinners, and a rotation of visiting musicians. At the heart of Mariner is Artur Akopov, executive chef and longtime Rhode Island transplant. Using locally sourced ingredients, Akopov has developed a diverse menu of seafood and terrestrial dishes, from the spicy El Diablo Burger to a magnificent Honey Apple Cider Glazed Salmon. Akopov rarely takes a day off, but we managed to catch him between shifts.

Folks come to the Mariner looking for all kinds of different things: pub fare, elegant seafood platters, and multi-course prix fixe lunches and dinners. How do you accommodate this range of appetites?

We try to keep it simple, using classic dishes and old Rhode Island staples, but we also wanted to add some new and different flavors that you don’t see available on as many menus. Having the variety in atmosphere, from fine dining to the lounge, allows us to manage multiple menus with a little crossover, while still keeping up with seasonal changes from our local farms and fishermen.

How does the menu change from season to season? How will you pivot from winter to spring?

We change the menu at least twice per year to accommodate seasonal changes. In the winter, our dishes tend to lean more towards

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comfort food, while the summer will give us a widely different produce variety to incorporate into our menus.

What’s your relationship with local fishing and agriculture?

We are fortunate enough to be in Narragansett, with the Port of Galilee just a few miles away. Our restaurant partners with local businesses like Narragansett Bay Lobsters, as well as Farm Fresh and Sunset Farm. We love supporting local fishing and agriculture. We also rely quite heavily on these local farms and fishermen who make it possible for us to keep doing what we do.

Libations are a huge part of the Mariner. Do you guests show a lot of interest in pairings?

We do get a fair amount of interest in pairings.

Our menu has some dishes or flavor combinations that aren’t offered in the area and it seems to interest people to try to pair a beer or a wine with them. We also try to change out our local beers often, and Rhode Island’s wonderful breweries will entice any customer to try to pair a local brew with their meal.

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How did you come to join Mariner Grille?

I have been working in the restaurant business for over two decades. In 2006, the original owners approached me hoping I would help them open a new business called Mariner Grille. I worked with them to create the business and stayed for five years. After that, I took some time off to travel and eventually came back three years ago to rejoin the team.

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by Erin Belknap

A Sweet and Savory Treat Everything from pastry to paninis at Cey Cey’s Wakefield

includes a range of lunch items, pastries, cupcakes, cheesecakes, pies, breakfast sandwiches, paninis, and soups. They also run daily specials including Melted Monday, Taco Tuesday, Salad Saturday, and more.

This cozy cafe offers delivery within the South County and URI area, so they’ve got you covered the next time you get a hankering for sweets.

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Everything’s Better With Butter Butter Cuisine is the latest culinary venture from Jamestown chef Brian Halloran and his wife Lori – and it may just be the “secret ingredient” you’ve been looking for. Finishing butters are designed to melt into recipes and add dynamic new flavors. Halloran’s flavors include Lemon Caper Herb Butter, Honey Roasted Strawberry Butter, and Red Wine Shallot Butter, among others.

The butters can be used to flavor a wide range of ingredients, like veggies, rice, pasta, meat, and fish. Non-dairy options, like the Thai Coconut butter, are also available. Each tub retails for around $8.50 and can be found in local grocery chains like Dave’s Marketplace. Chef Halloran maintains a blog on the Butter Cuisine website, illustrating how he uses the butters in his cooking. Jamestown, ButterCuisine.com

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Since September of last year, Cey Cey’s Café and Bakery has been making South County a little sweeter. Owner Karen Harrington, a self-taught baker and pastry chef, says that her kids’ involvement in the restaurant industry gave her the idea to launch Cey Cey’s. “My kids have always worked in restaurants, and I was doing dessert catering from home. We just found a perfect spot and figured we would go for it.” Their menu

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The popular Mexican eatery on Block Island, Calaveras, is rapidly expanding: a mainland location opened in Peace Dale this winter, and a third location is slated to settle into the Block Island Maritime Institute in June. So far, owners Julio and Iliana Mendoza have been pleased with their success in Peace Dale. “We are building up a clientele,” says Iliana. “People are still not used to authentic authentic Mexican food, but they love the freshness of the food.”

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Matunuck Oyster Bar

Serving Rhode Island Since 1991 6770 Post Rd, N. Kingstown 885-6262 • Fax: 885-6402 PrintWorldRI.com

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Saturday Hours Vary The casual vibe of Matunuck Oyster Bar belies an incredible attention to detail in the food and the service, lea by owner Perry Raso. He grows most of the produce himself at Matunuck Organic Vegetable Farm, and the restaurant serves about a million of his own oysters

(grown next to the restaurant in Potter’s Pond) in a season. The menu offers simple preparations of perfectly fresh food, whether from the ocean or land. Expect to find quite a lot of seafood, but also meat, pasta, and vegan options - all seasonal, all delicious.

629 Succotash Rd, Wakefield 783-4202, RhodyOysters.com

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Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$

Champlin’s Seafood Dockside fresh seafood serving easy breezy cocktails. 256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, 783-3152.

LD $-$$

Celestial Cafe Fresh, locally sourced ingredients from farms and fisheries for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 567 South County Trail, Exeter, 295-5559. BLD $$

Coast Guard House A new American menu with a seafood emphasis and extensive wine list, open seven days a week. 40 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, 789-0700. BrLD $$$

Chair 5 Locally sourced and seasonally inspired menus with a main restaurant and rooftop lounge. 1208 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, 363-9820. BrLD $-$$$

Colvitto’s Pizza & Bakery Pizza Calzones and baked goods made fresh daily. 91 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 783-8086.

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Dante’s Kitchen American food with Southern flair. 315 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-7798. BL $-$$ Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$

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Frankie’s Italian Bistro Fine dining with imported wines from around the world. 1051 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown, 295-2500. D $-$$$ Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-0027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$

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George’s of Galilee Fresh caught seafood in an upscale pub atmosphere. 250 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 783-2306. LD $-$$

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Jigger’s Diner Classic ‘50s diner serving breakfast all day. 145 Main St, East Greenwich, 884-6060. BL $-$$ Maharaja Indian Restaurant Indian cuisine and traditional curries in a warm setting. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 363-9988. LD $-$$ Mariner Grille Seafood, steaks, and pasta in a fun setting, with live entertainment. 140 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 284-3282. LD $$ Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana Authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizza with exclusive ingredients imported from Naples. 60 S County Commons Way, South Kingstown, 783-2900. LD $-$$

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Phil’s Main Street Grille Classic comfort food with a great rooftop patio. 323 Main St, Wakefield, 783-4073. BBrLD $ Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 4376950; 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2900. BrLD $$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, and Smithfield,

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T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch.

Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, and Narragansett, TsRestaurantRI.com. BL $ Tavern by the Sea Waterfront European/ American bistro. 16 W Main St, Wickford, 2945771. LD $$

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Tong-D Fine Thai cuisine in a casual setting.

156 County Rd, Barrington, 289-2998; 50 South County Common Way, South Kingstown, 783-4445. LD $-$$

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The Cove A traditional bar and grill serving burgers, sandwiches, and classic New England seafood favorites. 3963 Old Post Rd, Charlestown, 364-9222. LD $$

10 Prime Steak & Sushi Fashionable prime steakhouse with award-winning sushi. 55 Pine St, Providence, 453-2333. LD $$$

Twin Willows Fresh seafood and water views in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Blake’s Tavern Premier Irish pub with two event rooms in the heart of downtown Providence.

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Bluewater Bar + Grill joined the exciting East Bay dining scene in 2011 with a fresh take on contemporary dining. Chef-owner Brian Thimme, a culinary professional with more than 20 years of experience, envisioned a restaurant that combined his passion for locally sourced foods with his love of family.

The expansive restaurant, which is nestled near the Barrington Yacht Club on the Tyler Point Peninsula, offers gorgeous waterfront views. Open year-round for dinner seven nights a week and seasonally for lunch Thursday through Sunday, Bluewater features New England and American farmto-table classics.

32 Barton Avenue, Barrington 401-247-0017, BluewaterGrillRI.com

122 Washington St, Providence. 274-1230.

LD $$ CAV Eclectic cuisine and art in a historic setting. 14 Imperial Pl, Providence, 751-9164.

BrLD $$-$$$ Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 3000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 944-4900. BrLD $$$ Character’s Cafe & Theatre 82 Hybrid art space with all-day breakfast, coffee, and theater-inspired entrees. 82 Rolfe Sq, Cranston, 490-9475. BL $

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Harry’s Bar & Burger Called the “Best Burger in America” by CNN. Over 50 craft beers. 121 N Main St, Providence, 228-7437; 301 Atwells Ave, 228-3336. LD $-$$ Haruki Japanese cuisine and a la carte selections with casual ambience. Locations in Cranston and Providence, HarukiSushi.com.

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Heng Authentic Thai street food served – including noodles and rotisserie chicken – in Providence’s College Hill neighborhood. 165 Angell St, Providence. LD $ Iron Works Tavern A wide variety of signature American dishes in the historic Thomas Jefferson Hill Mill. 697 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, 739-5111. LD $-$$$ Julian’s A must-taste Providence staple celebrating more than 20 years. 318 Broadway, Providence, 861-1770. BBrLD $$ LaMei Hot Pot Authentic Chinese cuisine in a unique, casual setting. 256 Broadway, Providence, 831-7555. LD $$ Luigi’s Restaurant & Gourmet Express Handmade Italian classics and prepared foods to go. 1457 Hartford Ave, Johnston.

455-0045, LuigisGourmet.com. LD $$ Luxe Burger Bar Build Your Own Burger: You dream it, we build it! 5 Memorial Blvd,

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McBride’s Pub Traditional Irish pub fare in Wayland Square. 161 Wayland Ave, Providence, 751-3000. LD $$

Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 331-0003. LD $-$$

Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, and Smithfield, 5213311. D $$-$$$

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steak Mixed grill selections and signature fish dishes sourced locally and seasonally. 11 Dorrance St, Providence, 351-4500. BLD $$-$$$

Pat’s Italian Fine Italian favorites, natural steaks and handcrafted cocktails. 1200 Hartford Ave, Johnston, 273-1444. LD $-$$$

Tavolo Wine Bar and Tuscan Grille Classic Italian cuisine with an extensive wine and beer list. 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, 349-4979. LD $-$$

Meeting Street Cafe BYOB eatery with large menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner served all day. 220 Meeting St, Providence, 273-1066. BLD $-$$

Pizza J A fun, upbeat atmosphere with thincrust pizza, pub fare, and gluten-free options.

967 Westminster St, Providence, 632-0555.

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Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331.

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Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily specials. 120 Francis St, Providence, 919-5050. BrLD $-$$

Ocean State Sandwich Company Craft sandwiches and hearty sides. 155 Westminster

Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 437-6950; 455 Main St,

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The Grange Vegetarian restaurant serving seasonal dishes with a juice bar, vegan bakery, and cocktail bar. 166 Broadway, Providence, 8310600. BrLD $-$$ The Salted Slate An agri-driven American restaurant with global influences. 186 Wayland Ave, Providence, 270-3737. BrLD $$-$$$ Tortilla

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Southwestern fare, cocktails, and over 70 tequilas. 355 Hope St, Providence, 751-6777. LD $-$$

rotating craft beers and from-scratch cocktails.

2229 GAR Highway, Swansea, 508-379-6007.

BrLD $$

East Bay Oyster Bar Local seafood meets innovative preparation in a rustic setting.

308 County Rd, Barrington, 247-0303. LD $$

Trinity Brewhouse American pub fare and craft beer in a downtown setting, with lunch, dinner, and late-night menus. 186 Fountain Street, Providence, 453-2337. LD $-$$

Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, 508-999-6975. LD $$

Ichigo Ichie Traditional Japanese cuisine, creative sushi, and hibachi. 5 Catamore Blvd, East Providence, 435-5511. LD $-$$$

Blount Market & Kitchen Traditional New England seafood summer favorites offered year-round for dine-in and takeout. 406 Water St, Warren, 245-1800. LD $$

Redlefsen’s European-style dining with a waterfront view focusing on traditional German foods. 444 Thames St, Bristol, 2541188. LD $$

XO Cafe Acclaimed farm-to-table cuisine with a fantastic Sunday #PajamaBrunch. 125 N Main St, Providence, 273-9090. BrD $$

Bluewater Bar and Grill Casual restaurant with modern seafood dishes, patio seating, and live music. 32 Barton Ave, Barrington, 247-0017. LD $$-$$$

Tav Vino Waterfront dining with an Italian and seafood focus. 267 Water St, Warren, 245-0231. D $$

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Chomp Upscale comfort food featuring awardwinning burgers and sandwiches. 440 Child St, Warren, 289-2324. D $$

Twin Oaks Family restaurant serving an extensive selection of Italian and American staples. 100 Sabra St, Cranston, 781-9693. LD $-$$$

Aviary Creative, locally sourced menu featuring

The Old Grist Mill Tavern Fine dining located over the Runnins River. 390 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, 508-336-8460.

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Approved Go Nuts for Donuts donut, we don’t want to know about it. When you’re looking for breakfast that’s also kind of dessert, look no further than these three South County treats.

1. Dave’s Coffee There’s more to Dave’s than just coffee milk – like their small-batch baked donuts. Get there early to snag one of their rotating flavors, like this Chocolate Glazed. Those with dietary restrictions take note: Dave’s donuts are gluten-free. Charlestown, DavesCoffee.com

2. Allie’s Donuts

3. 4corners Coffee

The first name in Rhode Island donuts is Allie’s.

We went for the classic honey-dipped and a green sprinkle–topped donut for St. Patrick’s Day. But there’s really no such thing as a wrong choice here, as proven by the line out the door.

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How do you reinvent the wheel? You make square donuts. 4corners’ big, fluffy donuts are as filling as they are tasty, but we found room for two. Their menu features tons of fun flavors, but we opted to mix the revolutionary shape with a classic flavor – pink sprinkles.

Warwick, 4CornersCoffeeRI.com

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