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The Scoop 9 OUTDOORS: Patriot Hall of Famer joins charity event at The Preserve

12 RHODY PETS: Adoptable pets of the month 14 OCEAN STATE MEDIA: DEM: Keep squashing spotted lanternflies

16 RHODY HEALTH: An October reminder to get a mammogram

18 ON THE ROAD: New business on wheels combines coffee and books

22 RHODY GEM: Find home and garden goods off East Greenwich’s Main Street

24 CALENDAR: This month’s must-do’s

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49 HOME: Happy hues perk-up a tired old cottage

54 SHOP: Cool stuff to make at workshops and classes

56 RHODY READS: Watch Hill bestseller shares top picks and a thrilling event 58 FAMILY FUN: 10 mom-and-kidtested autumn adventures

Feature 63 Local programs to support healthy aging

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73 IN THE KITCHEN: An award-winning chef brings subtle refinement to Jamestown

78 SEAFOOD: Game encourages seafood exploration for swag 82 ROUND-UP: Sweet and savory bites worth criss-crossing the state for

86 RECIPE: Go buggy over this spiced Halloween dessert

88 SOUTH COUNTY SCENES

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ull!” The unmistakable sound of sporting clays being fired and exploding recently echoed across the wooded grounds of The Preser ve Sporting Club and Resort as hundreds of guests gathered at the Richmond property for a day devoted to outdoor recreation, camaraderie, and giving back. The fourth annual Clays 4 Charity, held August 14, was a special “Hall of Fame Edition” honoring former New England Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri, who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame earlier this year. The four-time Super Bowl champion was joined by former Patriots offensive lineman Joe Andruzzi, another familiar face from the franchise’s championship years.

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Hosted by Preserve chairman Paul Mihailides, the event welcomed athletes, celebrities, business leaders, families, sponsors, and sporting enthusiasts of all experience levels. Proceeds supported organizations serving veterans, first responders, and members of the nation’s service community. “This event continues to grow because of the incredible people who come together for a common purpose,” said Mihailides. “To have more than 500 people join us this year – and to celebrate Adam’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame – made this Clays 4 Charity especially meaningful.” This year’s principal beneficiary was the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a non-profit

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that provides mortgage-free homes and other assistance to injured veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families. Additional support was directed to the Geronimo Foundation and the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, an organization dedicated to protecting outdoor sporting traditions. Vinatieri and Mihailides welcomed the crowd during the morning kickoff before participants headed to The Preser ve’s two sporting clays courses. The competition offered newcomers and veteran shooters alike an opportunity to test their skills at stations spread throughout the property. While sporting clays served as the centerpiece, the sprawling 3,500-acre resort provided plenty

of additional adventures. Guests could try fly fishing, paintball, axe throwing, chainsaw carving, lawn games, an obstacle course, and The Preserve’s indoor luxury shooting range. Vendor experiences and demonstrations continued throughout. “At the end of the day, it is about much more than sporting clays,” Mihailides explained. “It is about supporting the people and organizations that serve our country and our communities.” The festivities moved indoors in the evening for a dinner prepared by acclaimed chef David Burke, followed by a live auction and a full lineup of music. Nashville-based Americana singer-songwriter Dave Kennedy performed alongside guitarist and mandolinist Andy Wood

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& and platinum-selling country artist Tyler Farr. Clays 4 Charity has developed into one of the region’s leading charitable sporting events. Its combination of outdoor activities, celebrity guests, live entertainment, and philanthropy has helped attract a growing audience while raising awareness for organizations that assist those who serve. For Vinatieri, whose legendary career included some of the most memorable kicks in NFL history, the celebration offers a chance to reconnect with New England fans. This time, however, the biggest victories came through supporting veterans, first responders, and their families. Learn more at Clays4Charity.com.

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Rhody Pets of the Month By Karen Kalunian

ooking to welcome a new furr y friend into your home ? Adopt, don’t shop! Shelters across the Ocean State have dogs and cats ready to find their forever homes. Here are some sweet faces ready to meet you, or reach out to local shelters to learn about even more adoptees. If you are considering adopting or know of an animal in need, please contact Karen Kalunian directly at animaltalk1920@gmail.com.

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Walker’s Way has frisky kittens of many coats just waiting to be adopted. Mama Grey is mom to some of the available kittens, and she is also hoping to find a loving home. She is a beautiful lady with a stunning silver y grey coat and golden eyes that will totally steal your heart. Please reach out to the rescue for more information about Mama or any of her kittens; they will be happy to send you additional photos.

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Bug off : Rhode Island Officials Say Keep Squashing Spotted Lanternflies The inva si ve s p e c i e s h a s few n at u ra l p re dators a n d c a n d a ma g e plants i m po r t a nt to t h e st ate ’ s a g r i c u l t u ra l econ omy In Partnership with Ocean State Media • OceanStateMedia.org • By Luis Hernandez

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each week; it’s likely in the thousands. “The URI Biocontrol Lab has been working on a biocontrol wasp actually from spotted lanternfly’s native range in China, Dryinus sinicus,” Tennison says. “It feeds on those first couple of life stages of spotted lanternfly. And hopefully they can release that soon, and maybe there’ll be some sort of predator that can start really preying on them.” The DEM is also asking the public to help track infestations by filing a report on its website. And environmental regulators across the

country are asking people to help stop their spread. “It’s super imperative that if you know you have spotted lanternfly around where you park your car or just around your house in general,” Tennison says, “try to check your vehicle before leaving just so we’re not taking those little guys off to New Hampshire for the weekend where we don’t have spotted lanternfly.” This article was originally posted on August 20, 2026. Luis Hernandez can be reached at lhernandez@OceanStateMedia.org.

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eaving the office in South Providence on a recent evening , I no ticed a small red bug on the hood of my Kia. “ That’s a pretty little critter,” I thought. But later, I learned that the cute bugs are actually an enemy. I had found a small spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect originally from China, whose spread the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is battling to contain. The bugs were first found in the US in Pennsylvania in 2014. By 2021, they had been found in War wick, according to the DEM. Now, they are established in all five counties of Rhode Island and at least 17 states. The flies don’t pose a risk to people or pets. But the population is increasing – the DEM received more than a thousand reports of the bugs in July and more than 1,500 so far in Aug ust, a spokesperson said. Typically, the bugs reach the adult stage in mid-to -late Aug ust, making them easier to spot. “ They are a plant hopper,” says Noah Tennison, the spotted lanternfly response coordinator for RIDEM. “And one of their favorite things to feed on is grapevines and stone fruits. So they’re a huge risk to our agricultural economy here.” Tennison met me at the Ocean State Media studios to check out the lanternflies I found there. As I walked him over to the part of our parking lot that sits under a row of trees, I found a lanternfly on top of a car. But he was looking at the tree next to us. The tree is what’s called a Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima), sometimes known as a stinking sumac, which Tennison says the bugs prefer. On branch after branch, we found dozens of flies clumped together. DEM recommends people remove these trees, since lanternflies often infest them. The flies have no natural predator in the US, so the DEM has asked the public to squash the bugs when they see them. Tennison says he can’t count the number of bugs he stomps out

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Rhody Health Get screened. Get informed. Get empowered. In partnership with South County Health By S arah Toatley

very October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month shines a spotlight on a disease that affects millions of women and families worldwide. In the United States, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, making it the most common cancer among women after skin cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 300,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in 2026. While these numbers are sobering , there is hope: early detection through regular screening can dramatically improve sur vival rates.

The Power of Screening Breast Health Clinical Navigator Lania Rodgers, RN, puts it simply : “A mammogram takes just minutes, but it can give you years. Early detection is the most powerful tool we have to save lives.” Screening is the most effective tool to detect breast cancer early, often before symptoms appear. Mammograms remain the gold standard, capable of identif ying tumors too small to be felt. For women at average risk, annual or biennial mammograms are typically recommended starting at age 40, though those with higher risk factors – such as family history or genetic mutations – may need to start earlier. Early detection matters: when breast cancer is found at a localized stage, the five-year sur vival rate is about 99 percent. That’s why regular screenings, combined with self-awareness of changes in breast tissue, are essential steps in protecting your health.

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breast cancer diagnosis, the journey can be overwhelming. Treatment plans vary depending on the stage and type of cancer, but may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, or targeted treatments. Beyond the physical challenges, there are emotional, financial, and lifestyle impacts that can be profound. “ When a patient hears the words ‘you have breast cancer,’ their world changes instantly,” says Rodgers. “My role is to walk beside them, answer their questions, and make sure they never feel alone in the process.” Many women face a whirlwind of appointments, medical jargon, and decisions that must be made quickly. Support systems – both personal

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Visit SouthCountyHealth.org/events to learn more about upcoming events and take the first step toward protecting your breast health. South County Health’s primary care teams in Warwick, Westerly, and Narragansett are welcoming new patients. From preventive screenings to personalized care, our team is committed to helping you live your healthiest life. This information is intended to educate our readers about subjects pertinent to their health and is not a substitute for consultation with their provider. Learn more at SouthCountyHealth.org

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Now, with several events under their belts, they’ve been able to work out some of the bugs and are percolating like a well-run coffee maker, along with smiles, book recommendations, and a flavor for high-quality customer ser vice. The feedback from coffee and book lovers has been nothing but positive : “ The response has been great. Ever ybody loves the aesthetic – they’ve been so wonderful.” People especially love the name Wicked Little, which is, well, wicked Rhode Island. “I’m born and bred in Rhode Island,” says Mary. “Obviously that’s why we used the adjective ‘wicked’ and then the word ‘little’ because we’re

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October 17: The South County Museum Harvest Festival returns for a day of family-friendly fun, including an antique car show, cider pressing , artisan demonstrations, a corn husk doll craft station, and raffles. Narragansett, SouthCountyMuseum.org eekly For w , Musts our ribe to t s sub c tter a newsle y.com hod HeyR

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October 18-25: The 11th annual URI Guitar and Mandolin Festival features a week of concerts, g uest artist master classes, workshops, lectures, the Rising Stars Young Guitarists Program, a luthier expo, and more. Kingston, URIgmFest.org

October 24: Actor, comedy great, and former Saturday Night Live writer and frequent host John Mulaney brings his hilarious show, Mister Whatever, to the University of Rhode Island for Family Weekend. Kingston, TheRyanCenter.com

October 3: The harvest moon means it’s time for Sassamineash Tabutamtomooank, also known as Cranberry Thanksgiving, a day to celebrate the tangy berry with storytelling, games, traditional dances, and more at St. James Chapel. Charlestown, TomaquagMuseum.org

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Dykes to Watch Out For: A Discussion with Alison Bechdel at Edwards Auditorium at the University of Rhode Island, which recognizes National Coming Out Day (October 11). Kingston, Wanderground.CharityProud.org

Fisher ville Brook Wildlife Refuge is an evening of fun tales and spooky stories on the natural and haunted history of Exeter. This program is appropriate for children 10 and up. (Nothing too spooky) Exeter, ASRI.org

October 3: Put on your sneakers before sailing away for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Block Island. All participants need to register. The walk site opens at 11am at Fred Benson Town Beach. New Shoreham, Act.Alz.org

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ALL AUTUMN LONG BROWN UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL: Cheer on the Brown Bears at their home games at Richard Gouse Field over several Saturdays throughout the 2026 season. Dates vary; all games start at noon. BrownBears.com

HAUNTED B OAT TOUR S: Take a creepy cruise to learn about the many restless souls that haunt the streets and rivers of Providence. Tours run on various dates all season; check for special Haunted Boo -zy Boat Rides. ProvidenceRiverBoat.com JACK-O-L ANTERN SPECTACUL AR : Rhody’s favorite pumpkin patch at Roger Williams Park Zoo is lined with thousands of masterfully car ved, candlelit gourds, this year themed The Great Pun-Kin Trail. On display through November 1. RWPZoo.org/jols M AK E YOUR OWN GL ASS PUMPK IN: Make a reser vation to be g uided through the various steps of creating your ver y own pumpkin. GatherGlass.com PROVIDENCE ARTISANS M ARK ET: Artists from all over Southern New England convene at Lippitt Park to sell fine crafts, jewelry, paintings, and more on Saturdays through October 31 before moving inside at Waterfire Arts Center. Facebook: PVD Artisans Market PROVIDENCE GHOST TOUR : Follow a costumed, lantern-carr ying g uide on walking tours that include Haunted Benefit Street, Parasols and Pocket Watches, and Echoes of the East Side. ProvidenceGhostTour.com

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THE FLE A AT FARM FRESH M ARK ET HALL: Fall Sundays mean shopping indoors beginning October 23 from 75 rotating vendors for unique goods, art, provisions, and more. ProvidenceFlea.com

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OCTOBER 2-4 Narragansett Brewer y Oktoberfest: The Fox Point brewery brings a taste of Munich to PVD with their very own festbier, authentic German food, and lots of fun. Sunday is kids’ day with special events for the whole family. NarragansettBeer.com OCTOBER 3 WaterFire: A partial lighting supported by the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation begins at sunset with onshore programming and vendors WaterFire.org OCTOBER 3 Wickenden Street Makers Market: The Fox Point street known for eclectic indie shops and charming eateries transforms into a neighborhood party with makers, music, artists, and food trucks. ShopWickenden.com OCTOBER 3-4 Little City Thrifty: Shop over 90 booths of vintage and pre-loved clothing , records, art, home goods, and furniture at this curated experience of rummaged regalia at the WaterFire Arts Center. Complimentary drink with entry. LittleCityThrifty.com OCTOBER 9-12 Columbus Day Weekend Festival: An annual tradition put on by the Federal Hill Commerce Association, Atwells Avenue hosts entertainment stages, live chef demonstrations, a parade, and a taste of the Hill’s many restaurants throughout the weekend. FederalHillProv.com OCTOBER 10 RISD Craft: Stroll Benefit Street to peruse handmade fine art and design work by 120+ student and alumni artists, exemplif ying mastery of craftsmanship and attention to detail in a wide variety of media. RISDCraft.com OCTOBER 14 Macaron Magic - Spooky Pumpkin Edition: Learn to make macarons by the experts at Ellie’s. Spooky jack-o’-lantern faces complete each treat. Fall Pumpkin Edition on November 4. ElliesProv.com OCTOBER 16 PVD Horror Presents - Halloween H20 - 20 Years Later: Buttonwoods Brewery hosts a screening of the horror movie along with a “killer” menu and themed merch. ButtonwoodsBrewery.com

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OCTOBER 16-17 Rhode Island Festival of Children’s Books and Authors: Meet awardwinning authors and illustrators including Sophie Blackall, Alyssa Satin Capucilli, and Alan Katz, while participating in fun activities centered around books and reading. LincolnSchool.org OCTOBER 23 The Halloween Market: The Providence Flea and Witches’ Night Out Market team up to bring the magic of autumn to Farm Fresh RI on Sims Avenue. A magical evening of shopping and snacking awaits! ProvidenceFlea.com OCTOBER 24 Fam Jam: Join Providence Bike Jam for a leisurely family-friendly daytime ride through the city. Bring your working bicycle, helmet, water, and snacks. Check online for updated route, meeting location and other details. Instagram: @pvdbikejam OCTOBER 25 Halloween Monster Dash 5K: Dash through the RIPTA bus tunnels in your costume of choice while dodging spooky zombies along the course – and bring the little ones along for a fun dash of their own. MonsterDashRace.com OCTOBER 28 Cake Decorating Class: Death by Chocolate with Spooky Spiders: Learn intricate decorating techniques from the pros as you turn a chocolate cake into a canvas for creepy decorations! ElliesProv.com OCTOBER 31 Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics is a live musical concert series with the Listeso String Quartet, featuring spooky soundtracks set against thousands of LED candles at Bishop McVinney Auditorium. Feverup.com OCTOBER 31 Halloween Sucreé: Gracie’s Sucreé experience includes a sixcourse tasting of three sweet and three savory. Reser vations through OpenTable. GraciesProv.com

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NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 1 Día de los Muertos: Celebrate and the spirits who have passed before us with family activities, a communal altar, fashion show, cemetery procession and more, hosted by Rhode Island Latino Arts at the Southside Cultural Center. RILatinoArts.org NOVEMBER 6-8 Comic Con: Get ready for a weekend of fun and photo ops at Rhode Island Comic Con, at the RI Convention Center and the Amica Mutual Pavilion, with Hollywood stars Michael Douglas, Henry Winkler, Kathleen Turner and more. RIComicCon.com NOVEMBER 7 WaterFire: The 13th annual Salute to Veterans is an evening offering support and thanks to Rhode Island servicemen and women, commencing at sunset on the banks of the Providence River. WaterFire.org

NOVEMBER 14 Iron Pour: The family-friendly event at the Steel Yard is a fier y spectacle as artists pour molten iron into sculptures. The free community festival also features live music, food, demonstrations, vendors, and hands-on creativity. TheSteelYard.org NOVEMBER 14-15 Providence Fall Home Show: The home show at the Rhode Island Convention Center features custom cabinet makers, HVAC ser vices, jewelr y, communications, and more to help plan for your next home renovation. RIConvention.com NOVEMBER 21-22 The Good Trade Makers Market: WaterFire Arts Center transforms into a celebration of tradespeople in this weekend of shopping 100-plus makers and manufacturers. GoodTradeMakersMarket.com

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EAST BAY & NEWPORT ALL AUTUMN LONG FARMER S M ARK ET: Mount Hope Farm is the place to be on Saturdays from 9am-12:30pm, for local produce, bread, meat, fish, crafty items, and more. Bristol, MountHopeFarm.org FREE FAMILY FUN DAYS: On select Saturdays, the Audubon Society of Rhode Island offers free guest admission with activities at no-cost. Handson crafts, nature story time, guided hikes, and more. Bristol, ASRI.org LAND TRUST DAYS 2026: Explore more with Rhode Island Land Trust Councilled activities (some requiring registration) including a full moon walk, kite flying on the beach, and guided nature hikes. Through October 25. Various, RILandTrusts.org

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PICK-YOUR-OWN: October in Rhode Island means flowers, apples, and pumpkins are ripe for the picking at places including Sweet Berr y Farm. Middletown, SweetBerryFarmRI.com WEDNESDAY NATURE WALKS: Norman Bird Sanctuary opens trails to the public for fascinating late-afternoon guided walks, free of charge. Also, check out free Sunday guided bird walks, every other Sunday. Middletown, NormanBirdSanctuary.org

OCTOBER OCTOBER 1-4 Audrain Newport Concours and Motor Week: Car showcases, gatherings, seminars, and luxurious events lead up to the annual gala. One-of-a-kind seminars and a special surprise guest are planned. Newport, AudrainConcours.com OCTOBER 1 Art of Darkness: The HeARTspot Art Center and Gallery is where you’ll find the 10th edition of this showcase of spooky artwork through November 11. Opening reception on October 22. East Providence, HeartspotArt.com

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OCTOBER 3 The Great Townie Pumpkin Festival: Rides on the Looff Carousel, trunk or treat, pumpkin decorating, vendors, and food trucks are all part of the fun. Rain date, October 4. Riverside, CrescentParkCarousel.org OCTOBER 3-4 Harvest Festival: New England’s oldest vineyard is the location for days of tastings and seasonal activities. Little Compton, SakonnetWine.com OCTOBER 3-4 Norman Bird Sanctuary Harvest Fair: This beloved event includes everything from pony rides to mud pit battles, children’s games, a crafter’s tent, music, and food trucks. Middletown, NormanBirdSanctuary.org OCTOBER 8-11 Rogue Island Comedy Festival: Don’t miss the fall installation of the biannual stand-up fest featuring rising talent and nationally touring comedians. Newport, RogueIslandComedyFest.com

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OCTOBER 10 Broadway Street Fair: Head over to Washington Square for a full day of live music, local art, food, and community. Newport, BroadwayStreetFairNPT.com OCTOBER 10 Southern New England Pumpkin Growers Weigh Off: A gourd-adjacent agenda includes a western town and pirate ship for kids, corn maze, and food trucks galore. Warren, FoodTrucksIn.com OCTOBER 17 Fall Artisan Market: Don’t miss the special seasonal version of the popular Saturday morning farmers market. Bristol, MountHopeFarm.org OCTOBER 17 Harvest & Heritage: The historic Parker Mills is the location for the Warren Heritage Foundation’s 12th annual gala. Enjoy

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OCTOBER 30 Spirits and Mind Games: A Halloween Cocktail Party : An unforgettable night of myster y, magic, and mixolog y awaits at this ticketed event. Bristol, LindenPlace.org OCTOBER 31 Holiday Small Works Exhibit: The artists at Spring Bull Galler y kick off the shopping season with this show that runs through New Year’s Eve! Newport, NewportArtistCollective.com

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OCTOBER 17-18 Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Fest: Head to the waterfront for fresh seafood from restaurants and fishermen, kettle corn and treats, live music, and all-ages fun. Newport, BowensWharf.com

NOVEMBER 1 Cars & Coffee - Trunk or Treat at Fort Adams: Didn’t get enough candy ? Bring the costumed kiddies for a morning of sweet cars, candy, and coffee. Newport, AudrainAutoMuseum.org

OCTOBER 18, 25 Warren Walkabout: A strolling musician, food, culture, art, and live bands are all planned for two Sunday fun days at locations around the eclectic town. Warren, DiscoverWarren.org

NOVEMBER 6-15 Newport Restaurant Week: Prix-fixe menus at participating restaurants makes sampling eateries a fun experience. Newport DiscoverNewport.org

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OCTOBER 9-12 Bowen’s Wharf Annual Sidewalk Sale: “Forget the mall and shop small” is a message we dig! Stroll Bowen’s Wharf for great deals all weekend long. Newport, BowensWharf.com

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NORTHERN RHODY ALL AUTUMN LONG ADAMS FARM: A sprawling pumpkin patch, kid-friendly hay maze and corn maze, weekend tractor rides, cider donuts, and more. Cumberland, AdamsFarmRI.com BL ANCHARD’S ORCHARD: Pies, pumpkins, fun cut-out boards ripe for photos, and more await at this family-owned farm. Scituate, Instagram: blanchardsorchard CUCUMBER HILL FARM: Corn maze enthusiasts, this is your place. This year’s theme is “nocturnal neighbors,” and you can explore by day or by night with flashlights! Seasonal activities include make-and-take scarecrows, meeting ponies, tractor hay rides, and more. Foster, CucumberHillFarm.com FOSTER FARMER S M ARK ET: Set the alarm on Sundays for breakfast at Shady Acres Diner followed by shopping local for produce and crafts. Through October 25. Foster, FosterFarmersMarketRI.com HARMONY R AILWAY: All aboard for a half-mile scenic ride on a diesel-powered locomotive. Shop for souvenirs and local provisions after at the gift shop! Chepachet, HarmonyRIProducts.com THE HAUNTED GALLOWS: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights through October 30, a 600-acre Harrisville farm becomes a frightening destination for thrill-seekers with the all-new Dark Fair and Bathsheba’s Woods. Burrillville, HauntedGallows.com OBSERVATORY OPEN NIGHTS AT SE AGR AVE MEMORIAL OBSERVATORY: On clear Saturday nights, hop over to Peeptoad Road for stargazing at Seagrave Memorial Obser vator y. Scituate, TheSkyScrapers.org

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OCTOBER 3 Pumpkinpalooza ! A Glass Pumpkin Festival and Fall Open House: Watch a master car ver transform pumpkins into art, shop hand-blown pumpkins or register to make one yourself. Demos, food, and hot cider, too. Cumberland, BlackstoneRiverGlass.com OCTOBER 9-12 Woonsocket Autumnfest: Bristol has Fourth of July and Woonsocket has Autumnfest, a longstanding extravaganza with a parade, carnival rides, games, food, and vendors. Woonsocket, Autumnfest.org OCTOBER 10-12 Scituate Art Festival: Shop arts, crafts, and antiques, plus live music and a food court. Pro -tip : wear comf y walking shoes. Rain or shine. North Scituate, ScituateArtFestival.org. OCTOBER 11 Autumn Har vest Tea: Enjoy an afternoon of tea and a scrumptious luncheon of pumpkin bisque, finger sandwiches, and

desserts inside the greenhouse at Mapleville Farm. Mapleville, BensBakery.com OCTOBER 17 Autumn Vendor Market: Head to the greenhouse at Mapleville Farm to shop local – including their own bake shop items and coffee – at this charming day of community. Mapleville, BensBakery.com OCTOBER 17 Glocester Scarecrow Festival: Multiple Putnam Pike locations host food, vendors, pumpkin painting , a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting , and entertainment. Chepachet, GlocesterScarecrowFestival.com OCTOBER 18 Rustic Pumpkin Workshop: Little Poultr y Shed in the Woods leads this make-andtake event during the farmers market. Foster, FosterFarmersMarketRI.com OCTOBER 18, 24, 26; NOVEMBER 1 Gone But Not Forgotten, Victorian Mourning and Funeral Customs Exhibit: Learn what a funeral and embalming at home was like circa 1870. A must for histor y buffs and goths. Lincoln, HearthsideHouse.org

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OCTOBER 23, 24 The Vampire Circus: For fans of Tim Burton and Cirque Du Soleil, this captivating mix of circus cabaret and theater set in 19th centur y Bohemia awaits. Woonsocket, StadiumTheatre.com OCTOBER 23 Witches’ Night Out: An evening of broommaking , tarot card readings, raffle prizes, food, shopping , and best dressed witch or warlock awaits. Pre-ticketed to ensure safe capacity. Chepachet, EventBrite.com OCTOBER 25 Mobile Petting Zoo: Xen’s Critters makes a stop at Foster Farmers’ Market for a morning of learning about and petting small animals. Foster, FosterFarmersMarketRI.com

NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 14 Makers Market: Shop from fine artists, crafters, beekeepers, and more at this firstever shopping event. VIP early-entr y tickets available. Woonsocket, StadiumTheatre.com

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FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL: The garden center pulls out all the stops with hayrides, a pumpkin dunk tank, corn maze, scavenger hunt, barrel train, and more, weekends through October. South Kingstown, TheFarmersDaughterRI.com THE HARD-PRESSED CIDER COMPANY: Fans of the Swanson’s fresh cider and cider donuts, take note: they’ve moved! Find them at 930 Hopkins Hill Road through Thanksgiving before they set-up at the Farmer’s Daughter Christmas Tree Farm, South Kingstown. West Greenwich, HardPressedCiderCompany.com SEASIDE SHADOWS DOWNTOWN GHOST TOURS: Hear stories of deadly shipwrecks, cursed pirate treasure, and witches while exploring the historic architecture of this small seaside town. Tours are also held in Mystic, CT. Weekends through November. Westerly, SeasideShadows.com

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CLARK FARMS FALL FEST: Through October 25, Clark Farms is a one-stop for making memories, with a giant corn maze, hayrides, petting zoo, the Beeline Zipline, a mining activity, pedal-powered gokarts, skipping stones, and a straw maze. Matunuck, ClarkFarms.com

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OCTOBER OCTOBER 2 Spooky Sugar Cookies: Kick off the month with a hands-on class where you’ll learn from chefs how to make and decorate deliciously creepy cookies. Westerly, OceanHouseRI.com OCTOBER 3 Cranberr y Thanksgiving : Celebrate the cranberr y moon with traditional dances, songs, stor ytelling , the Indigenous Artist Market, and food vendors. Free and open to the public at St. James Church. Charlestown, TomaquagMuseum.org OCTOBER 4 Dinner on the Pond: Live-fire barbeque cook Jack Arnold returns to Weekapaug Inn for a tailgate-style buffet and football

watch party (NE Patriots and Buffalo Bills). Westerly, WeekapaugInn.com OCTOBER 9-25 The Crucible: The Granite Theatre – a restored Greek Revival Church – makes a fitting stage for Arthur Miller’s gripping play set during the Salem witch trials. Westerly, GraniteTheatre.org OCTOBER 10 Pumpkin Bash: Motor over to the glen at Peter Pots Pottery to revel in this year’s Pumpkin Patch – four eagerly awaited “drops” released one by one. West Kingston, PeterPots.com OCTOBER 11 Block Island Half Marathon: There are no views quite like this half marathon,

which begins at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion and takes you past beach dunes, the North Lighthouse, and rolling pastures. Block Island, NewShorehamRI.gov OCTOBER 16 Coventry Halloween Spooktacular: Enjoy food trucks, trunk-or-treat, and other spooky activities at this annual Halloween event hosted by Coventry Parks & Recreation. Coventry, Facebook: Coventry Halloween Spooktacular OCTOBER 16-31 Wicked Weeks: Wickford Village comes alive with two weeks of seasonal fun including the Wickford Harbor Fire (Oct. 16), the Spooky Sip and Stroll (Oct. 22), the Horribles Parade (Oct. 24), the Witches Paddle (Oct. 25) and a Halloween Eve Walking Tour (Oct. 31). WickfordVillage.org

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OCTOBER 17 Fall Fest and Pumpkin Stroll: Give Halloween costumes a dress rehearsal at Wilcox Park for a day of cider, donuts, and pumpkin voting and prizes. Westerly, WesterlyLibrary.org OCTOBER 17 Guy Fawkes Bonfire Night: The Misquamicut Players reenact Monty Python’s parody of Guy Fawkes’ attempt to blow up Parliament in 1605. A bonfire will set the stage for this comedic night at The Windjammer. Misquamicut, GuyFawkesUSA.com OCTOBER 17 Spooktacular Kids Craft Day & Outdoor Craft Fair: Check out a variety of local vendors set up at the Fayerweather House grounds with fun Halloween activities and candy for kids! South Kingstown, FayerweatherCraftGuild.com

OCTOBER 24-25 Wickford Art Association Fall Art Fair: Over 60 artists will display their work for sale at Gooseneck Vineyards at this event now expanded to two days. North Kingstown, Wickford Art.org OCTOBER 25 Ocean State Rhode R aces: Lace up those sneakers and enjoy shoreline views while you run a marathon, half marathon, or 5K at the 9th annual Ocean State Rhode Races. A festival at Narragansett Town Beach follows. Narragansett, RhodeR aces.com OCTOBER 25 Thriller Panel: Writers Diane Josefowicz, Wendy Walker, Lauren Willig , and Laura Zigman assemble for a lively discussion led by bestseller Deborah Goodrich Royce. Westerly, OceanHouseRI.com OCTOBER 31 HallUween: Don’t miss this family-friendly Halloween celebration in Downtown Westerly, with trick-or-treating , live music, giant puppets on parade, and a festive “trunk or treat” at the municipal lot next to Miceli’s Furniture. UnitedTheatre.org

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OCTOBER 17-18 HopArts Studio Trail: Artists and artisans open their studios to the public for the weekend, offering demonstrations, details of their craft, and work for sale. Hopkinton and Richmond, HopArts.org

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OCTOBER OCTOBER 1, 8 West Bay Community Action’s Farm Stand: Thursday afternoons from 3-6pm shop directly from West Bay Farm at this seasonal stand. Warwick, WestbayCAP.org OCTOBER 2 War wick Food Truck Nights: Bring chairs, blankets, and lawn games for a night of food truck eats, held on the great lawn of the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Warwick, FoodTrucksIn.com OCTOBER 3 Conimicut Village Art Festival: Beach Avenue is the setting for a day of art shopping, live music, and food. Warwick, ConimicutVillageAssociation.org

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Symphony Orchestra launches its 60th Season with a program of works by Berger, Vivaldi, Sibelius, Holst, Rutter, and Mosier held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. East Greenwich, WSORI.org OCTOBER 18 Spooktacular Marketplace: Vendors, a petting zoo, costumed characters, sweet treats, live performances, and food trucks take over the Crowne Plaza Hotel lawn. Warwick, WeBeJamminEvents.com

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n Sakonnet Point Road, where summer cottages seem to come with their own mytholog y, the S. Newell Smith Cottage has been part of the Little Compton landscape for more than a century. Built around 1920, the petite coastal house was one of a pair reportedly built by two local sisters. (A story that its companion was lost in a hurricane persists, though it has never been verified.) More than a century later, the cottage might easily have met a very different fate: a teardown, a much larger house, a fresh start. Instead, it got a second act.

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Its owners, who bought it in 2022, have spent years vacationing in Little Compton, and the house represented something they had been working toward for a long time. With a young family – three kids and a dog – and a plan to remodel, the decision to purchase this cottage was as easy as a Sakonnet Sunday morning. “The location was exactly what we always hoped for,” the owners say. From the house, Tappens Beach, the harbor, and Lloyd’s Beach are

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Bounded on the south by the Atlantic Ocean, on the west by the Sakonnet River, on the north by the town of Tiverton, and on the east by the town of Westport, MA, Little Compton is known for its pastoral charm. Family favorites include Wishing Stone Farm for produce and provisions, Sweet and Salty Farm for dairy, and Young Family Farm for flowers. Head over to The Commons to check out newly opened Elsie’s on The Commons, serving breakfast, lunch, and coffee; shop everything from pickles to PJs at Wilbur’s General Store, and sip coffee amidst creativity at The Art Cafe.

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t’s sweater weather, and with it comes a bevy of new books that will keep you glued to the pages for hours at a time. Two of these five novels are set in Rhode Island, and Lauren Willig will be part of the Ocean House Author Series Thriller Panel on Sunday, October 25, along with Wendy Walker, Laura Zigman, and Rhody’s own Diane Josefowicz. Tickets, which include brunch, are available at OceanHouseEvents.com. Listen to previous panels, including recent OHAS guests Donna Freitas and Jodi Picoult at Classical959.com.

In Jodi Picoult’s Hollow Bones (released September 15), Molly Fitzgerald runs the Rhode Island Department of Emergency Preparedness, planning for the sur vival of storms, epidemics, and other disasters. Molly lost her mother as a baby when she never returned from the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. Molly’s husband is a police polygraph expert with his own histo r y of disaster. Together, they navigate past, present, and the lies we tell ourselves in this epic novel.

ABOUT DEBORAH GOODRICH ROYCE Deborah Goodrich Royce novel Best Boy is both a USA Today and an Indie Press bestseller. Reef Road, a Publishers Weekly bestseller, was named one of the best books of 2023 by Kirkus Reviews and an Indie Next pick by the ABA. Her Ocean House Author Series – in partnership with Martin House Books and WCRI – brings world-class authors like Emma Straub, Chris Bohjalian, and Katie Couric to Watch Hill. With fellow authors, Luanne Rice, and Amy Scheibe, Royce hosts the Deer Mountain Writers’ Retreat in the Catskills. She began as an actress on All My Children and in multiple films before transitioning to the role of story editor at Miramax Films, developing Emma and early versions of Chicago and A Wrinkle in Time. Royce holds a bachelor’s degree and two honorary doctorates, from both Lake Erie College and the University of Rhode Island. With her husband, Chuck, she restored the Avon Theatre, Ocean House Hotel, Deer Mountain Inn, United Theatre, Martin House Books, and numerous Main Street revitalization projects in Rhode Island and the Catskills. She serves on multiple governing and advisory boards. Royce writes the Hey Rhody Media Co. reading recommendation column quarterly.

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In a massive and globe-spanning novel – her first since Pachinko – National Book Award Finalist and New York Times bestseller Min Jin Lee’s American Hagwon (released September 29), traces the life of a contemporary Korean family pursuing security and social advancement through the time-honored path of education. That path is not always a straight one, delivering less of what was once a predictable way to hard-won success and more disappointment and missteps along the way. October 6 brings Lauren Willig’s gothic twister, What Happens at Nightfall. When Jess Waters gets lost on a nighttime tour of Brooklyn’s GreenWood Cemetery, she finds a group of frightened boys, an ancient key, and the cemetery’s widowed arborist, Adam Chervinsky. Together, they face an old curse and dark forces gathered around the Vanderwilt mausoleum. Billed as “a supernatural cemetery romance of Gilded Age curses and second chances,” it takes us on a wild New York ride. Partitia by Barbara Kingsolver also arrives on October 6. Livia Cable lives a quiet and solitary life on a remote farm. She likes it that way. When she receives a sudden phone call from an old lover, she confronts her past as a promising music conservatory student, a long-ago time when she had a different name and a different life. Old memories, childhood losses, and abandoned ambitions rise to the surface, set against the backdrop of the world of music. Coming November 3 is Wolves of Summer by Donna Freitas. When a 12-year-old girl goes missing from a Rhode Island beach community, everyone is horrified and shows up to look for her. But they all are left wondering if there is a monster among them. Freitas’s second novel set in the Ocean State (Her One Regret came out last year) examines the same themes of violence against women, female friendships, familial relationships, and deep questions of responsibility.

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Thousands of intricately car ved pumpkins light the way through Roger Williams Park Zoo during one of Rhode Island’s most awaited traditions. This year’s theme, The Great Pun-Kin Trail, brings the dad jokes with clever car vings, pop culture references, and plenty of groan-worthy puns along the way. Providence

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Getting completely turned around in a cornfield is practically a fall rite of passage. Escobar Farm’s corn maze is a family favorite, with a new design to navigate each year. See who in the family actually has the best sense of direction (and who is just confidently leading everyone in circles). Portsmouth

This year’s theme, “250 Years of Farming in RI,” celebrates the state’s agricultural histor y, with October weekends filled with hayrides, cider donuts, food, and live music, plus a petting zoo, giant mountain slide, pedal-powered go -karts, “farmer-style” basketball, and a corn maze! Matunuck

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COSTUME PARADE AND CONTEST IN WICKFORD Wicked Weeks turns the seaside village into a Halloween destination with all kinds of all-ages activities. Kids who love to dress up

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PLAN A TRUNK-OR-TREATING TREK Get extra mileage out of those costumes at trunk-or-treating events. Instead of knocking on doors, kids go vehicle to vehicle. Options include Coventry at Town Hall Annex (October 16), Igg y’s in Warwick (October 23), Tiverton

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hode Island’s population is aging rapidly. By 2030, more than one in 10 Rhode Islanders is projected to be 75 or older, compared with roughly one in 11 Americans nationwide. And the state’s 75-to -84 population is growing particularly quickly, projected to increase by nearly 60 percent between 2020 and 2030. Whether the infrastructure needed to support that population will keep pace is less certain, prompting many Rhode Islanders to take healthy aging into their own hands.

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That’s where a place like Roots Physical Therapy and Yoga, in Providence, comes in. Twice a week, they hold a class called Yoga for Healthy Aging , which uses movement to safely build strength, maximize mobility, and improve balance. Jaclyn Plante, PT, DPT, OCS, RY T, a doctor of physical therapy and the yoga and movement studio

manager at the facility, teaches one of the classes and blends her yoga experience with her medical knowledge in her approach. The average age of the Yoga for Healthy Aging class is 55plus, but the class and studio are open to and inclusive of queer, aging , abled, or disabled folks. “Our studio motto is we’re psyched you’re here,” Plante says.

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“I apply the tenets of yoga through the lens of physical therapy,” she says. “For example, when we’re doing chair pose, I encourage them to think about squatting into a chair or reaching into the dryer. Those visuals really resonate

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with the older population.” She’s also aware that transitions from standing to sitting are when a lot of falls happen. Falls aren’t necessarily the greatest threat to an older adult’s life, but they may be one of the biggest preventable threats

to an older adult’s independence. “During class, we work our way from a seated position to a single-leg balance and then work back down to the mat, but we do it in a flow sequence that you’d expect in a yoga practice.”

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Almost as important as the physical aspects of a class like this are the social aspects. “ We always encourage people to come to class a few minutes early, but I find people come even earlier than recommended to catch up and make plans with each other,” Plante says. “And our classes are intentionally kept small, so students get that one-on-one attention in a community.

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long-term planning , a membership program was recently launched through War wick-based St. Elizabeth Community called atHome To gether, to help people age at home for as long as possible. Jessica Smith, director of atHome Together, says the program is ideal for people who have assets to protect and want to have a plan in place.

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Smith explains how the program works. “You pay a large one-time fee when you’re healthy – the sweet spot is when people are in their 60s to 70s – and then you pay a monthly fee. That monthly fee gets you a care coordinator whose job is to understand your family and your wishes. They walk along with you as you age.” But that fee also unlocks priority access to

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with today’s dollars,” Smith explains. She says the program is ideal for solo agers or for aging couples who don’t want to become a burden on their adult children. “ We tend to only think of senior living facilities in a crisis, so this is a whole different mindset for seniors,” Plante says. “I think this is an amazing program and I’m shouting it to the rooftops

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hen it comes to Rhode Island restaurants, Jamestown’s Beech is about as legendar y as it gets in the Ocean State. Sultr y seascapes and the harbor are never far from view, and you can always smell the water. Set in the shadow of a 131-year-old American copper beech tree, the dappled light provides the tone for a sublime dining experience. The rest falls to the kitchen – and these days, that kitchen has a familiar name at the helm.

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James Beard Award-winning Michael Schlow is a celebrated American chef, with a list of accolades and TV appearances as long as his apron. Schlow, known for restaurants in Boston and Washington, DC, as well as at Foxwoods, has joined Beech as chef and managing partner, bringing a distinctly personal philosophy to the Conanicut Island dining scene. Schlow is helping shape the next chapter of a restaurant that has been part of the community for decades (it was formerly Simpatico and Trattoria Simpatico). For Schlow, the decision to come to Jamestown was less about expanding his restaurant empire and more about following a place and people he already loved. “I’ve been coming to Jamestown and Newport for many, many years and have lots of wonderful friends and colleagues here,” he says. “It’s a beautiful part of the country.” When Tim Conway, one of

Beech’s owners, approached him about joining the team, Schlow says, “I jumped at the chance.” Schlow still calls Boston home, but has been spending considerably more time in Jamestown. And while the restaurant business may have taken him to many destinations, the chef says there is something about this corner of Rhode Island that feels particularly right. The Beech menu under Schlow centers on American cooking with Mediterranean influences, with an emphasis on local ingredients whenever possible. The result is the kind of food that reflects Schlow’s larger culinary philosophy: sophisticated technique without unnecessary fuss. “While I love being ‘creative,’ many times I find that great food doesn’t necessarily need my redesign,” he says. “An amazing dish is often about honoring the original concept and attempting to make it the very best version you are capable of.”

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That approach is evident in dishes such as tuna tartare with cucumbers, caviar, and spicy ponzu; mussels “Meuniere”; chicken Milanese; steak frites with bistro sauce; and homemade chitarra with spicy lobster, and shrimp diavola. There is a certain breadth to the menu, but also a sense of restraint. Schlow is interested in making food memorable, not making it complicated for the sake of being clever. That instinct was developed over a career that began remarkably early. Schlow got his first restaurant job as a dishwasher at age 14 and worked his way through virtually every position in the business, a very typical track for people in his position. Along the way, he was mentored by Jean-Louis Palladin, Pino Luongo, and Craig Shelton, three chefs he credits with helping shape both his cooking style and work ethic. But ask Schlow what a chef actually does, and the answer goes well beyond cooking. “Cooking is maybe 30 percent of the job,” he says. The rest, he explains, requires being “an accountant, an artist, a historian, a handyman, a coach, a psychologist, a designer, a buyer, a negotiator, a babysitter, a performer, and most importantly, a teacher.” At Beech, that last role is particularly important. Schlow has reunited with Jamestown native Eric Warren, who was part of Beech’s original kitchen team and now serves as executive chef. Together, they are focused not only on the food but on creating a workplace where people can learn and grow. Schlow’s approach to leadership has evolved along with the industry. The old-school kitchen stereotype – loud, intimidating , and occasionally airborne with a whole fish – is not his model. His recipe for a successful restaurant begins with clear communication, defined goals, a happy workplace, and a team of like-minded people. It is an approach that mirrors his philosophy of hospitality : Make people feel good, whether they are working in the restaurant or sitting down to dinner. That, ultimately, is what Schlow hopes Beech becomes – a place people return to not because it is the newest destination in town, but because it is the one they can count on. The restaurant has recently undergone renovations, including improvements to its second-floor Tree House space, and Schlow says more is coming : new wine and cocktail programs, themed dinners and programmed evenings designed to give guests additional reasons to gather. “Our goal is to make Beech the very best restaurant we’re capable of,” Schlow says. “Most importantly, is continuing to work side by side with all of our team members and partners to make Beech everyone’s ‘go to’ spot no matter what the occasion.” 13 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown OCTOBER 2026 | HeyRhody.com

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he summer crowds have packed up, the autumn air has turned crisp, and Rhode Island ports are quietly delivering some of the finest catches of the year. From late-season quahogs to peak-har vest oysters and fresh-off-the-boat finfish, fall is prime time to eat local catches

and celebrate National Seafood Month. Established by Congress in 1990, National Seafood Month recognizes the importance of seafood consumption, supports local fishing communities, and encourages sustainable seafood choices. When choosing Rhode Island seafood, you are practicing one of the simplest ways

to eat sustainably by reducing food miles and lowering the carbon footprint associated with transportation and the broader seafood supply chain. When you purchase local seafood, you are also investing in local communities, working waterfronts, and helping to keep Rhode Island’s roots in seafood strong and alive.

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P l ay B i n g o Rhode Island Seafood’s third annual bingo card is the perfect excuse to try something new, eat local, and have fun along the way. Ready, set, seafood!

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Savoring Rhody From Little Compton to Ashway, treats worth criss-crossing the state for B y Patty J

hen the air starts to turn crisp in Little Rhody (mornings, anyway), yours truly goes in search of hot coffee drinks, heartier comfort foods, and even some decadent sweets. Luckily, I take notes the whole time so that I can share all the juicy details here. This month, there are some newbies and some new classics for your local dining pleasure.

Baked It Buns Have you heard about Rhode Island’s first specialty cinnamon rolls ? Owner and baker Samantha Turnbull’s pop -ups had folks lining up for cinnamon buns topped with strawberr y cheesecake and ooey-gooey cookie butter frosting. By the time you read this, she will have opened her storefront in the Knightsville neighborhood, and you’ll be able to pick up ever ything from The OG (buns with icing ) to gourmet versions like Nutella banana and coffee mocha. Cranston

Cafe Amore They had me at hello with their mission statement: Made With Love, Served Like Family. This darling cafe on Armistice Boulevard owned and operated by Heather Gwynn, has everything from fresh juices, specialty lattes, and omelets to stuffed waffles, breakfast burritos, and churro crunch French toast. It’s a destination for a delicious breakfast, brunch, or lunch and community, which was Gwynn’s dream when she opened the cafe in 2025. Pawtucket

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Open since August and already causing Rhode Islanders to “travel” all the way to Little Compton, Adam and Kaitlin Donahue named their new restaurant after their daughter Elsie (also a play on the town name – “LC”). Housed in the former Commons Restaurant and open for breakfast and lunch, I highly recommend the pancakes, johnnycakes, and grilled muffins – baked fresh on-site. Little Compton

This new-ish cafe and market, founded by Chelsea Berr y and Jill Page in Ashaway, truly has something for ever yone. Whether you’re in dire need of a pumpkin spice latte, a breakfast sandwich, or lunch and an autumnal treat, or authentic Portug uese olive oil, pasta from Italy, and an Ashaway sweatshirt, they have you covered. Don’t sleep on this village jewel. Ashaway

For cider-aficionados, Labor Day has meant a trek to Jamestown, but Rob and Jaclyn Swanson announced that they have moved to a permanent location in West Greenwich. So, if you’re craving their hot mulled apple cider, sweet cider, cold cider slushies or those melt-in-yourmouth cider donuts, head to their farm at 930 Hopkins Hill Road. (I hear they’re coming out with a hard cider soon, too!) West Greenwich

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Honeybird Kitchen and Cocktails Fall is the ideal time to tuck into some comfort food at this Southern-inspired eater y in Rumford. In another lifetime it was a ser vice station, but now people motor over for outstanding crispy fried chicken, and scrumptious sides like cornbread with honey butter, pimento mac and cheese, and sweet potato tots, courtesy of Chef Nick Rabar, a James Beard Foundation Award semifinalist for Best Chef : Northeast. East Providence

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In The Pink Folks in Narragansett now understand the buzz first-hand about In The Pink in Providence. Brianna and Chris Cancel have opened a second location of their acai and smoothie cafe, directly across from Celeste. It’s a modern paradise open year-round with plenty of style and an expanded menu that includes bagels, toasts, breakfast sandwiches, paninis, wraps, coffee drinks, and more. Narragansett

Stoneacre Brassiere If you haven’t sampled the twice-baked potato with a side of caviar at this gorgeous, French-inspired eater y, then you are indeed missing out. We’re talking a warm baked potato with a butter-andGruyere cheese filling , topped with crème fraiche, and finished with a side of caviar. This Washing ton Square brasserie also boasts a wine list recognized by Wine Spectator magazine and a farm-to table menu of fabulous fare. Newport

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ne of the first signs of fall in New England is the appearance of the King Richard’s Faire billboard along Interstate 195 East. For Serina Bowen, the Renaissance-themed extravaganza inspired her to make a special cicada cake for her family’s annual trip to the event. “We’ve been attending since I was 13, and it’s the one big event I look forward to every year, so of course we go all-out,” begins Bowen, originally from the mountains of western Massachusetts, and currently living in the forests of Burrillville. “I decorated the cake to celebrate the emergence of the cicadas. I find there’s comfort in having recurring recipes, especially ones grounded in the seasons. My traditions just happen to celebrate my macabre interests and the dual emergence of cicadas.” In a palette of mocha, the dessert is made in three parts: the spice cake, the maple glaze, and the chocolate cicadas. “When I can, I get my fresh produce and, in this recipe’s case, Chepachet Farms pure maple syrup from my friends at Mapleville Farm, and many of my herbs and spices at Farmacy Herbs in Providence,” says Bowen, who enjoys making creepy treats – like town villager meat packages, strawberry rats, and molasses cookies strewn with confectionary cobwebs – all month long. “My love for Halloween probably stems from my devotion to crafting mixed with my adoration of autumn. It’s the time of year when creativity and morbid curiosity have societal permission to run rampant, and I love seeing entire communities come together to simply have some fun. I don’t want to say Halloween is my personality, but if you get me started on ghost stories, folklore, or dark Victorian-era practices, be forewarned,” Bowen says with a grin. When she’s not whipping up bugs in the kitchen, jewelry photographer-by-day Bowen explores the state on weekends. “Rhode Island also has an abundance of festivals to get you in the cozy autumn spirit, including Apple Fest and the Pagan Pride Day Festival, both in Johnston, Norman Bird Sanctuary’s Har vest Fair in Middletown, and the Wickford Witches Paddle. All of these events are the perfect opportunity to grab a hot apple cider, explore local businesses, and experience a true New England October. However, I’m still fairly new to the area and have a lot more to discover.” This year, Bowen is eager to experience Bathsheba’s Woods and Haunted Gallows in Burrillville, and she cites strolling Swan Point Cemetery as a favorite activity. “It has the perfect ratio of trees, old tombstones, and if you’re lucky, some wildlife weaving throughout.” Follow Bowen along on Instagram at @inbowensbones.

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Cardamom Cake

1. While cooling , combine all the ingredients for the glaze and whisk until smooth. Add more powdered sugar or milk to adjust the consistency (it should be about the consistency of molasses).

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan • 1½ tsp baking powder • ½ tsp salt • ½ tsp cardamom • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature • ½ cup sugar • 2 large eggs, room temperature • 2 tsp vanilla extract • ½ cup plus 2 tbsp whole milk

2. Pour the glaze over the cake, making sure it is coated entirely, and let set for at least 10 minutes.

Cicadas

Maple Spice Glaze • 2 cups confectioners sugar, sifted • 2 tsp vanilla extract • ½ tsp five spice • ¼ tsp nutmeg • ¼ tsp allspice • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup • 2-3 tbsp whole milk

1. To make the cicadas’ bodies, microwave the sweetened condensed milk for 30 seconds on high. Sift in cocoa powder and a dash of salt and mix until combined.

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3. When firmed up, pinch off about 1 tsp of the dough and form a tapered log shape, 1½-2 inches long. Roll in cocoa powder and make two curved indents in the middle to create the bug’s segments (sort of like a knuckle), with three horizontal lines on one side of the segment. Repeat for as many cicadas (or any other creepy crawlies) as you want (I made a total of 10 for my cake).

• ⅓ cup sweetened condensed milk • ½ cup cocoa powder • Dash of salt (optional) • ¾ cup dark chocolate chips • Edible glitter (optional)

ST EPS Cake 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2. Adhere a round of parchment paper to the bottom of an 8-inch round cake pan with butter/ cooking spray, then grease and flour the entire pan. 3. Mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom in a medium bowl and set aside. 4. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla extract. 5. Mix in the flour mixture in three portions, alternating with milk until smooth. 6. Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake for 30-34 minutes until pale golden brown. 7. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack and let sit until cooled completely.

2. Scoop this mixture into a sheet of plastic wrap, cover and freeze for 30 minutes.

4. To make the wings, temper the chocolate by microwaving a half cup of chocolate chips at 30-second intervals until just melted and mix in the remainder of chips until just melted. Note: over-heating will cause the chocolate to not temper, so err on the side of caution, but make sure all the lumps are out, or your piping bag will clog. 5. Add melted chocolate to a sandwich or piping bag, cut off a very small corner of the bag (about 1 cm) and pipe large and small teardrop shapes onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Fill the teardrops with more small teardrop shapes to make a lacy pattern (see reference). 6. Let sit at room temperature until solidified, then brush on edible glitter (optional). Make small holes in sides of cicada bodies and insert the wings (larger in front, smaller in back) 7. Top the cake with cicadas and enjoy a perfectly spooky Halloween dessert! Hey Rhody MEDIA CO.

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