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Narragansett's First Boutique Hotel Be among the first to experience The Break — opening late summer 2014!

Stylish, modern rooms . Rooftop lounge with sweeping ocean views . Heated pool and hot tub Chair 5 – our restaurant & bar featuring hand crafted, locally sourced and seasonally inspired menus Services and retail by Spa Mosiac and Therapy Boutique

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The Break will be a place to find playfulness, connection, and a true local Narragansett experience. The decor and amenities will both impress you and welcome you to relax and breathe easy. Come stay, sip, swim and experience! Call 401-363-9800.

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Exeter Country Club

An 18 hole Championship Cornish Layout Golf Course with rolling lush fairways, scenic views, ponds, streams with carefully manicured greens. A covered bridge on the 13th hole adds to the charm.

Stop By Our Bar/Lounge & Enjoy The New Pub Menu

GOLf SPEciaLS DaiLy! Please contact The Pro Shop

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An 18 hole Championship Public Golf Course sculptured out of pine forest with a beautiful manicured private feel. Our Club House serves Lunch and Dinner daily including Local Fresh Seafood. Richmond Country Club is a perfect setting for your Wedding, Party or Tournament

74 Sandy Pond road, riChmond • riChmondCountryClub.net (401) 364-9292 • Pro ShoP: (401) 364-9200

Our reputation speaks for itself.

“Meadow Brook is a pleasant layout with impeccable greens, competently designed and priced in a market looking for value.”

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Captain Roger Wheeler Beach in Narragansett

DESTINATIONS Where to go in and around South County Block Island 29 Where you go for an island paradise Charlestown/Richmond/Hopkinton 33 Where you go for both rural life and big festivals

Photography: (L) Timothy Valentine, (R) Tim Barrett/ Belgraphix

East Greenwich 37 Where you go for a dash of urban sophistication Jamestown 40 Where you go for beautiful views and wide-open spaces Narragansett 44 Where you go for beaches and clam shacks

63 Providence 72 Where you go for a dose of city life Mystic 75 Where you go for seafaring history

ATTRACTIONS See the sights around South County Beaches 27 Museums 83 Family Fun 84 Arts and Culture 86

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Newport 49 Where you go for the famous mansions (and food)

Get outside for some sun and fun

South Kingstown 54 Where you go for a little bit of everything

Hiking and Camping 88 Biking, Kayaking and More 91 Boating and Fishing 93

Watch Hill 59 Where you go for a quiet seaside retreat Westerly 63 Where you go for live music and Italian food by the beach Wickford 67 Where you go for artsy small town charm

Water Wizz at Misquamict Beach

EVERyTHING ElSE More resources to make the most of your trip Calendar of Events 13 Dining Guide 77 Map 94

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Summer Fun Get out and enjoy the season with our calendar of events

All Summer

TUESDAYS: On the second and third Tuesday of each month, the Rough Point Landscape History and Garden Tour traces Newport’s development as a premier vacation spot.

Rough Point, 680 Bellevue Ave., Newport.

401-846-4152, www.newportrestoration.org WEDNESDAYS: Take Ballroom Dance Lessons every Wednesday evening all year long; no partner or experience necessary. The Towers, 35 Ocean Rd., Narragansett. 401782-2597, thetowersri.com THURSDAYS: All pre-1980s cars are welcome to at the Classic Car Cruise Nights. Wuskenau Town Beach, Pondside Lot, 316 Atlantic Ave., Westerly. 401-322-1026, misquamicut.org THURSDAYS: Every Thursday between Memorial Day and Labor Day, enjoy a familystyle Clambake and s’mores under the stars.

Weekapaug Inn, 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly. 888-813-7862, weekapauginnevents.com

Photo: courtesy of Block Island Tourism Council

FRIDAYS: Every Friday night (weather

permitting) is Frosty Drew Observatory Public Stargazing Night, which offers free public viewing. Frosty Drew Observatory, 61 Park Ln., Charlestown. 401-364-9508, frostydrew.org DAILY: Every day at 1pm, Rhode Island Lighthouse Cruises & Newport Harbor Tours offers a narrated cruise of ten lighthouses and ten islands. Rhode Island Bay Cruises, Quonset Point, 1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown. 401-295-4040, rhodeislandbaycruises.com ALL SUMMER: The Block Island Glass Float Project consists of 550 Glass Floats (glass orbs about the size of a grapefruit) that are hidden around Block Island. One super special float is made entirely out of gold leaf. Finder’s keepers, but one per person (honor system). blockislandinfo.com/glassfloat-project

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MAY 30-JUNE 1: A $5 button gets you delicious food samples and exclusive shopping

discounts at the Taste of Block Island. 800383-2474, tasteofbi.com THROUGH JUNE 10: Check out local talent on display at Charlestown Gallery during the Made in Rhode Island exhibit. 5000 South County Trl., Charlestown. 401-3640120, charlestowngalleryri.com JUNE 1: Get some exercise with the whole family at the Back Road Ramble 5K walk/ run. YMCA Camp Watchaug, 160 Prosser Trl., Charlestown. 401-539-2306, oceancommunityymca.org JUNE 4-22: Theater By The Sea presents Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show, an entertaining production in honor of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and Joey Bishop. 364 Cards Pond Rd, Wakefield. 401-782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz JUNE 7: Sample traditional and exotic chowders from numerous restaurants and vote for your favorites at the Polar Seltzer Great Chowder Cook-Off. 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport. 401-846-1600, newportwaterfrontevents.com JUNE 10-15: Jump on the BI ferry to enjoy six days of the Block Island Music Festival, which features music by the best “undiscovered” musicians in the northeast.

Free admission. Captain Nick’s Rock n’ Roll Bar, 34 Ocean Ave., Block Island. 401-4665670, blockislandmusic.com JUNE 11-AUGUST 20: Every Wednesday you can participate in the Tom McCoy Summer Fun Run Series put on by the Westerly Track club. There will be a children’s run, followed by a one-mile run and ending with a 5K. Pleasant View Inn, 65 Atlantic Ave., Westerly. 401-4471879, westerlytrackclub.org

All Summer: Search the island for your own keepsake during the Block Island Glass Float Project

JUNE 12, 19: Stop by Mystic Aquarium for Cocktails with the Whales, including live music, signature cocktails, appetizers for SO Summer

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purchase and a cash bar. Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT. 860-572-5955, mysticaquarium.org JUNE 12-JUNE 15: Mystic Seaport hosts its annual Sea Music Festival, featuring live music, contra dance lessons, concerts and workshops all weekend.

Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT. 860-5720711, mysticseaport.org JUNE 13-AUGUST 22: Every Friday, Treworgy Planetarium presents its Summer Evening Series, exploring different topics on stars and planets and offering outdoor observation sessions.

Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT. 860-5720711, mysticseaport.org JUNE 14: Enjoy a day full of family-fun while indulging on Smith Castle’s celebrated shortcake at their Strawberry

Festival. 55 Richard Smith Dr., North Kingstown. 401-294-3521, smithscastle.org JUNE 14: Celebrate the summertime with homemade strawberry shortcake, freshsqueezed lemonade, music, craft vendors and tours of the Trinity Church at their Strawberry Festival. 1 Queen Anne Square, Newport. 401-8460660, trinitynewport.org JUNE 14: The Rhode Island Scottish Highland Festival is a day filled with Scottish food, music and entertainment. Washington County Fairgrounds, Rt. 112, Richmond. riscot.org JUNE 14-JULY 14: Get your dose of Contemporary American Art at the Annual Summer Group Show.

Charlestown Gallery, 5000 South County Trl., Charlestown. 401-364-0120, charlestowngalleryri.com

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JUNE 16-22: Enjoy threecourse prix-fixe meals and specials at exceptional prices at over 17 participating restaurants during Block Island Restaurant Week. Various locations. blockislandchamber.com

19th century Farmyard Shops and Cafe in Charlestown since 1968 Small Axe Productions Est. 1974

Domestic & Imported Gifts, Clothing & Jewelry and more (401) 364-1060

Umbrella Factory Gardens

Growers of Fancy Plants • (401) 364-9166

Small Axe Cafe

Serving the best, freshest local faire possible • (401) 364-3638

The General Store

Candy, Toys & Gifts for the Young and Young at Heart

Axiom

Vintage Eyeglass Frames • Soy Candles • (401) 219-0881

South County Artisans Loft Featuring local Artists and Craftsmen

Frills

Treasures for the Funky Soul • 60’s, 70’s, 80’s & 90’s

Block Print Graphics

Original designs on Tees for men, women and children.

Also our own jewelry, mobiles and stickers

Reiki

Therapeutic treatments by appointment • (401) 318-0554

Maria’s Henna & Body Art

Also glitter tattoo’s and hair feathers- seasonal • (860) 917-5304

4820 Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI 401-364-1060 • Open Daily Summer Hours: 10 am to 6 pm • Fall- Winter- Spring Hours: 10 am to 5 pm Please check our website

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JUNE 21: Put on your apron for In the Kitchen: Fish & Seafood, and learn the secrets of breaking down, preparing and cooking the best lobster and clams.

Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill.

401-584-7000, oceanhouseevents.com

JUNE 17: Join the exclusive Misquamicut Club for the third annual Sea Research Foundation’s Golf Classic, a hole-in-one event. Misquamicut Club, 60 Ocean View Hwy., Westerly. 401348-8577, mysticaquarium.org

JUNE 21: Explore ten beautiful private gardens at the Gardens by the Sea tour. Cross’ Mills Public Library, 4417 Old Post Rd., Charlestown. 401-364-6211, crossmills.org

JUNE 18: Play along with the tour professionals at the inaugural Golf Pro-Am Penguins and Pros. Misquamicut Club, 60 Ocean View Hwy., Westerly.

401- 348-8577, mysticaquarium.org

JUNE 20-JULY 20: Granite Theater presents Always A Bridesmaid, a comedy about four friends and a promise to be in each other’s weddings. 1 Granite St, Westerly. 401-5962341, granitetheatre.com.

JUNE 20: Witness the beginning of the 635 nautical-mile ocean race, first sailed in 1906, at the Newport Bermuda Race. 590 Ocean Dr., Newport. 401-8459110, bermudarace.com

JUNE 20-21, 26-29: Contemporary Theater Company presents The Rescue, by local playwright by Ron Maine, about a man sent on a journey by the government. 327 Main St., Wakefield. 401-218-0282, contemporarytheatercompany.com

JUNE 20-21: Live every day like it’s shark week during Block Island Sharkfest. Block Island Boat Basin, Block Island. 860739-7419, jbtackle.com JUNE 20-21: Learn how oak influences a wine’s final product during From Vine to Wine at the historic Ocean House Resort. Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill.

401-584-7000, oceanhouseevents.com JUNE 21: The Chorus of Westerly is back again to kick off the start of summer with their 34th annual Summer Pops festival at Wilcox Park. 44 Broad St., Westerly. 401-596-8663, chorusofwesterly.org

JUNE 23-27: Attend or participate in Block Island Race Week XXVI and enjoy the beauty as sailboats race around the island. Block Island Boat Basin.

203-458-3295, blockislandraceweek.org JUNE 25-JULY 19: Get ready to dance and sing along to irresistible songs from Broadway favorite Grease. 364 Cards Pond Rd, Wakefield. 401-7828587, theatrebythesea.biz JUNE 26-AUGUST 7: The Summer Concerts By the Water’s Edge Series offers jazz, folk, big band and more every

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Tuesday night. 55 Brown St., Wickford.

401-294-333, nkartscouncil.org

75 Greenmanville Ave. Mystic, CT. 860-5720711, mysticseaport.org

JUNE 27: Have an evening filled with exhibits, music and food at Mystic Aquarium’s third annual Seals on the Rocks. Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT. 860-572-5955, mysticaquarium.org

JUNE 27-JULY 20: The Art of the Ocean State Show features artwork with a Rhode Island theme. Wickford Art Association Gallery, 36 Beach St., Wickford. 401-294-6840, www.wickfordart.org

JUNE 27: Put on your neon for the Electric Eve 5k, a colorful course with upbeat music, flashing lights and prize giveaways. Misquamicut State Beach, 257 Atlantic Ave., Westerly. 401-596-7761, electricevericom

JUNE 28: Get ACA certified and learn the basics at the Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed Association’s Introduction to Kayak course.

203 Arcadia Rd., Hopkinton. 401-539-9017, wpwa.org

JUNE 27-29: Spend your weekend at the Newport Flower Show viewing spectacular floral designs, special exhibits or free lectures and demonstrations. 548 Bellevue Ave., Newport. 401-847-1000, newportflowershow.org

JUNE 28: Take a stroll along the beach with the Family Horseshoe Crab Walk to learn more about these living creatures in their natural habitat. Napatree Point, Westerly. 860-572-5955, mysticaquarium.org

JUNE 27-29: View hundreds of traditional and contemporary wooden boats, plus check out demonstrations and workshops, at the Wooden Boat Show. Mystic Seaport,

JUNE 28-29: The 32nd annual Narragansett Fine Art Festival features over 90 artists exhibiting paintings, drawings, photography and other media. 15 Memorial Sq., Narragansett. 401-871-8412, wakefieldrotary.com

July

JULY 3: Watch the Block Island Fireworks from the beach at dusk in honor of the Fourth of July. Crescent Beach. blockislandchamber.com JULY 3, 5: Contemporary Theater Company presents The Rescue, by local playwright by Ron Maine, about a man sent on a journey by the government. 327 Main St., Wakefield. 401218-0282, contemporarytheatercompany.com JULY 4: Celebrate the 4th of July in style at the Vanderbilt Grace with a classic American barbecue and fireworks. 41 Mary St., Newport.

401-846-6200, gracehotels.com/vanderbilt JULY 4: Make the trek to the other side of Narragansett Bay for the Bristol 4th of July Parade, the oldest in the country, and still one of the best. 401-253-7000, july4thbristolri.com JULY 4: Celebrate Independence Day with festivities, lively performances and a patriotic parade at Mystic Seaport. 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT. 860-572-0711, mysticseaport.org

Photo: Preservation Society of Newport County

JULY 4: Stroll along with friends and family and join the celebration at the Block Island 4th of July Parade. Begins at New Harbor and ends in the Old Harbor. blockislandchamber.com JULY 5-13: Watch the only pro tennis tournament played on grass courts in the Americas at the Hall of Fame Tennis Championships.

194 Bellevue Ave., Newport. 401-849-6053, halloffametennischampionships.com JULY 6: The Block Island Arts & Crafts Fair features jewelry, knitted items, paintings and more created by local artists and craftspeople. Block Island Historical Society Lawn, Old Town Rd., Block Island. blockislandchamber.com

juNe 27-29: Take in Newport’s beautiful mansions featuring brilliant floral arrangements during the Newport Flower Show

JULY 6-AUGUST 31: Extend the weekend with Summer Music Sundays at the Mystic Seaport Museum grounds. 75 Greenmanville Ave. Mystic, CT. 860-572-0711, mysticseaport.org SO Summer

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Summer IN THE CITY Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival May 24th - 25th from 10 am - 5 pm May 26th (Memorial Day) from 10 am - 4:30 pm Narragansett Parkway & Pawtuxet Village Always...Patsy Cline Company June 4th - 22nd at the Ocean State Theatre 1245 Jefferson Boulevard Gaspee Days Colonial Encampment Friday Night - June 13th through Sunday Morning - June 15th Pawtuxet Park & Narragansett Parkway Gaspee Days Fireworks Extravaganza June 13th at dusk (9 pm-ish) Rain Date: Saturday - June 14th Salter’s Grove Park & Narragansett Parkway

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Allan & Edna Brown 5K Gaspee Days Road Race June 14th at 9:45 am Broad Street, Cranston to Narragansett Parkway, Warwick, & return.

Summer Resort Wear Exhibit, Styles of the 20’s, 30’s and 40’s July 15th - August 17th Clouds Hill Victorian House Museum 4157 Post Road

49th Annual Gaspee Days Parade June 14th at 10 am Along Narragansett Parkway

Warwick Summer Concert Series: PM Music featuring Ray Renzi July 16th from 6:30 - 8 pm Warwick Public Library

Gaspee Days Sunday in the Park June 15th from 12:30 - 4 pm Pawtuxet Park, Narragansett Parkway, Warwick Military Maneuvers & Uniform Fashion Show June 15th at 3 pm Pawtuxet Park & Narragansett Parkway The Burning of the Gaspee June 15th at 4 pm Pawtuxet Park Cove & Narragansett Parkway Gardens In Bloom Exhibit June 15th from 12 - 2 pm Clouds Hill Victorian House Museum 4157 Post Road Warwick Symphony Orchestra Presents Orchestral Jazz, Pop’N Rock June 30th from 2 - 3 pm Goddard Park Carousel 1095 Ives Road Independence Day Fireworks July 3rd at dusk Rain Date: Saturday - July 5th Oakland Beach, with additional viewing at Warwick City Park Guys & Dolls Company July 9th - 27th at the Ocean State Theatre 1245 Jefferson Boulevard

Warwick Summer Concert Series: Jesse Liam Band July 23rd from 6:30 - 8 pm Norwood Gazebo Warwick Summer Concert Series: Bayside Beat July 30th from 6:30 - 8 pm Conimicut Point Warwick Summer Concert Series: Deluxe Edition August 2nd from 6:30 - 8 pm Oakland Beach National Night Out August 5th from 5 pm - dusk Event starts at 5 pm and fireworks at dusk Oakland Beach Warwick Summer Concert Series: Black Tie Band August 6th from 6:30 - 8 pm Father Tirocchi Field Natick Village Warwick Summer Concert Series: Down City Band August 13th from 6:30 - 8 pm Conimicut Point

Warwick Summer Concert Series: Vintage Rhythm & Blues Ensemble featuring Dave Howard July 9th from 6:30 - 8 pm Oakland Beach RI Indian Council’s 2014 Annual Powwow July 12-13 from 9 am - 6 pm, weather permitting Warwick City Park

For more information: 401-738-2000 ext. 6202 WarwickMobile.com /SummerEvents

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JULY 8-AUGUST 19: Bring beach chairs, blankets, family and friends to Atlantic Beach Park and enjoy Big Screen Movies on the Beach every Tuesday at sundown. Atlantic Beach Park, 321 Atlantic Ave., Westerly. 401-596-7761, westerlychamber.org JULY 9, 23, 30: Grab your beach chairs and blankets for the Blues on the Block concerts. Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island.

JULY 11: Theatre by the Sea presents Year with Frog and Toad, a children’s performance about the values of friendship. 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield. 401782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz JULY 11, 18: Stop by Mystic Aquarium for Cocktails with the Whales, including live music, signature cocktails, appetizers for purchase and a cash bar. Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT. 860572-5955, mysticaquarium.org JULY 11-12, 18-19, 24-27: Contemporary Theater Company

presents Noises Off, a comical interpretation of what happens off-stage and during the production of a play. 327 Main St., Wakefield. 401-218-0282, contemporarytheatercompany.com JULY 12-13: The 52nd annual Wickford Art Festival features 250 artists from around the country, who display their art at one of the longest running outdoor fine arts festivals in New England. Wickford Village, 100 Brown St., Wickford. 401294-6840, wickfordart.org JULY 12-13: Attend the Newport Kite Festival at Brenton Point State Park to watch or partake in kite flying and various events for the entire family. Ocean Dr., Newport. 401-849-4562, newportkitefestival.com.

JULY 13: Start planning the perfect wedding at the 5th Annual Block Island Wedding Show. The Sullivan House, Corn Neck Rd., Block Island. 401659-6059, blockislandweddingshow.com

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JULY 15: Grab the family and enjoy a thrilling performance filled with magic effects and amazing illusions at Steven Johnson’s Magic Variety Show. 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield. 401-782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz JULY 17: Dress your puppy in fashionable clothes compete in a costume contest at the Dogs on Main Street Stroll. 580 Main St., East Greenwich. 401-885-0020, eastgreenwichchamber.com

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JULY 19: Sample exceptional wines to go along with delicious food at the South African Wine Dinner.

Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT. 860-572-5955, mysticaquarium.org JULY 19-20: The Summer Tour Weekend & Kayaking offers a free tour of Kenyon’s Grist Mill and kayaking along the Queen’s River. 21 Glen Rock Rd., West Kingston. 401783-4054, kenyonsgristmill.com

JULY 17-20: The Black Ships Festival offers a variety of events that celebrate both Japanese art and culture, such as origami, martial arts and a tea ceremony. 28 Pelham St., Newport. 401-847-7666, blackshipsfestival.com

JULY 23-AUGUST 3: Listen to rising stars in the chamber music world at the 25th annual Kingston Chamber Music Festival. 139 Upper College Rd., Kingston.

401-789-0665, kingstonchambermusic.org

JULY 18-20: The 36th annual South County Hot Air Balloon Festival includes music, carnival rides and games and, of course, lots of hot air balloons. URI Athletic Fields, 500

JULY 23-AUGUST 16: Mary Poppins, a musical enjoyable for the entire family, lands at Theatre By The Sea. 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield. 401-782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz

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july 18-21: The South County Hot Air Balloon festival takes flight at the University of Rhode Island’s athletic fields

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JULY 25-27: Top dealers from around the country will present paintings, furniture, jewelry and decorative arts at this year’s Newport Antiques Show. St. George’s School Ice Rink, 372 Purgatory Rd., Middletown. 401846-2669, newportantiquesshow.com

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JULY 25-27: Spend the day at Fort Adams State Park singing along with folk artists such as Band of Horses, Nickel Creek and Mavis Staples at the Newport Folk Festival. Fort Adams State Park, Newport. 401848-5055, newportfolk.org

AUGUST 1: Bring the little munchkin in your life to the aquarium for some activities geared toward children ages two to five at Summer Munchkin Morning. Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT. 860-572-5955, mysticaquarium.org

JULY 25-AUGUST 24: Granite Theater presents, Run For Your Wife, a comical play about a cab driver and his attempt to live his life married to two women. 1 Granite St., Westerly. 401-596-2341, granitetheatre.com

AUGUST 1-3: The 60th anniversary of the Newport Jazz Festival will feature three stages with artists such as Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Gregory Porter and The Brubeck Brothers. Fort Adams State Park, Newport. 401-848-5055, newportjazzfest.org

JULY 26-27: Attention, dog lovers: the Providence County Kennel Club hosts All-Breed Dog Shows, obedience trials and rally trials. The Ryan Center, 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston. 401-788-3200, theryancenter.com

AUGUST 1: Take the children to Disney’s tween favorite, High School Musical, at Theatre by the Sea. 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield. 401-782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz

AUGUST 1-3: The Charlestown Seafood Festival is an extravaganza of Rhode Island’s best seafood. Don’t miss the fireworks on

Saturday night. Ninigret Park, Old Post Rd., Charlestown. 401-364-3878, charlestownrichamber.com AUGUST 1-3, 7-9: Contemporary Theater Company presents Noises Off, a comical interpretation of what happens off-stage and during the production of a play. 327 Main St., Wakefield. 401-218-0282, contemporarytheatercompany.com AUGUST 2: The annual Block Island Triathlon begins with a 1/4-mile swim followed by a 12-mile bike, and concludes with a 4-mile run on Block Island’s East Beaches. Fred Benson Town Beach, Corn Neck Rd., Block Island. 401-466-7717, blockislandchamber.com AUGUST 2-3: Head to the Ultimate Upcycle event, which brings local artisans and re-purposers under one tent for a one-ofa-kind, interactive and eco-friendly exhibit.

The Jonnycake Center, 23 Industrial Dr., Westerly. 401-377-8069, jonnycake.org

JULY 30-AUGUST 17: Colonial Theater presents Shakespeare’s comedy, Twelfth Night, or What You Will, about a young girl stuck in the center of a love triangle.

Wilcox Park, 44 Broad St., Westerly. 401596-7909, thecolonialtheater.org JULY 31: The Moby Dick Marathon brings the classic novel to life during a 24-hour reading that takes place throughout the Mystic Seaport village. Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT. 860-5720711, mysticseaport.org

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AuguSt 13-17: The Washington County Fair is the state’s largest agricultural event

Photography: Hilary Block

JULY 28-31: Newport BridgeFest is a live music education festival that “bridges” the gap between the prestigious Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals in Queen Anne Square. New this year is the BridgeFest Arts & Crafts Fair. Various locations. 401662-2174, newportbridgefest.com

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AUGUST 3-6: The Tri State Canyon Shootout is one of the premier fishing tournaments in the Northeast, departing from Block Island. Block Island Boat Basin.

860-739-7419, jbtackle.com AUGUST 3-17: Spend the day at the Block Island Artist Guild Fair and browse items by local artists, photographers, weavers, ceramists and candlemakers. Block Island Historical Society Lawn, Old Town Rd. 401-466-2481, blockislandferry. com/events-2 AUGUST 6: Block Island’s music continues in August with another installment of Blues on the Block. Bring your chair and enjoy. Fred Benson Town Beach, Block Island.

Pomona Grange, Route 112, Richmond. 401-539-7042, washingtoncountyfair-ri.com AUGUST 14: Try food samples from local restaurants and listen to music at the Taste of East Greenwich Stroll. Main St., East Greenwich. 401-885-0020, eastgreenwichchamber.com AUGUST 14: Get a little bit country as John Turner’s Roughstock & Rambler Tour stops at the Newport Yachting Center. 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport. 800-745-3000, newportwaterfrontevents.com AUGUST 15: Bubbleology displays in a unique way the science behind the magic of bubbles. 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield. 401-7828587, theatrebythesea.biz

AUGUST 8: Spend the day with the family and attend the Theatre By the Sea Children’s Festival to enjoy a musical performance of familiar fairy tale Little Red Riding Hood. 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield. 401782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz

AUGUST 15, 22: Cocktails with the Whales at the Mystic Aquarium features live music, signature cocktails, appetizers for purchase and a cash bar. Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT. 860572-5955, mysticaquarium.org

AUGUST 9: Check out the floating bonfires on the Pawcatuck River, live music, food booths, fire jugglers, stilt-walkers, life-size puppets and more at River Glow. Downtown Westerly. 401-596-7761, westerlychamber.org

AUGUST 15-16, 21-24, 28-31: Contemporary Theater presents, Art, a production about the value of art and the tensions that arise amongst three long-time friends.

327 Main St., Wakefield. 401-2180282, contemporarytheatercompany.com

AUGUST 13-17: The Washington County Fair includes daily concerts, special acts and events, a kiddy land area, agricultural events, various exhibits, tractor and horse pulls, the farm museum and more. Washington County

AUGUST 17: Get your laugh on with one of the most beloved comedians of all time, Bill Cosby, part of the Newport Summer Comedy Series. 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport. 800-745-3000, newportcomedy.com

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401-207-8115, festivalfete.com

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Beaches Because it’s not called the ocean state for nothing

Block Island

Ballard’s Beach adjoins the restaurant and bar of the same name. Cocktails available on the beach. Popular with young singles.

Fred Benson Town Beach/Crescent Beach Considered among the state’s nicest, due in part to its fine white sand. stretches north from old Harbor.

Charlestown

Charlestown Breachway State Beach also a camping area for RVs, as well as a fishing spot.

Charlestown Town Beach Highly favored by young singles, sun-worshippers and surfers.

Jamestown

Mackerel Cove/Jamestown Town Beach shallow water makes this a popular beach for families with young children.

Photography: (Bottom) Marc Choquette

Narragansett

Captain Roger Wheeler State Beach Formerly known as sand Hill Cove and still commonly called that by locals. Protection from the breakwater makes this a great beach for children.

Narragansett Town Beach one of the state’s most popular, located on a lively strip of Boston neck and ocean Roads.

Frequented by younger beach-goers and surfers.

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Salty Brine State Beach still known as Galilee Beach to many locals.

Breakwater protection makes for gentle surf and no undertow. Popular with teens.

Scarborough Beach Divided into scarborough south and scarborough north. the north side is packed with teens and singles, with families favoring the south.

North Kingstown North Kingstown Town Beach Long and narrow with good shade and picnic areas. Perfect for a beach stroll or picnic in the grass.

South Kingstown

East Matunuck Popular with young singles. Great picnic area with lots of tables.

South Kingstown Town Beach Popular with young and old alike. Pavilion hosts Pay to Park

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Westerly/Watch Hill

Misquamicut State Beach one of the liveliest in the state, runs along a strip of hotels, restaurants and bars on atlantic avenue. Lots of amenities.

Watch Hill Beach Clean and good for families. Close to famed Flying Horse Carousel.

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Block Island an island escape in under an hour Located about 13 miles (or a short ferry ride) from Point Judith in narragansett, Block island is a getaway in south County’s backyard. this secluded island spends most months as a sleepy rural hideaway, but in the summer it morphs into a booming resort town. that lively tourism industry is but one facet of an island that also boasts some of the most beautiful and unspoiled green spaces found anywhere in the country.

Known for beaches, nature, resort town atmosphere, nightlife

Good for families, couples, young singles, beach-goers, bicyclists, nature lovers The iconic clay cliffs of Mohegan Bluffs ascend 150 feet over the coastline

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the island awaits – but first you’ve got to get there. You’ve got two options.

By sea: The Block Island Ferry (401783-7996, blockislandferry.com) departs from Point Judith (narragansett) and newport, with both a high speed ferry (both locations) and a traditional, slower option (Point Judith only).

By aIr: New england airlines (800243-2460, block-island.com/nea) can get you from Westerly airport to the island in 12 short minutes, with flights running every hour on the half-hour in peak months.

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Block island is easy to navigate without a car, whether on foot or otherwise. three of the most popular options are cab, bicycle and moped.

TaxI: Mcgovern’s Cab (401- 862-6087, mcgovernstaxi.com) and Mig’s rig Taxi (401-4800493, migsrigtaxi.com) operate into the later hours. try Block island Taxi Tours (401-4662562) for a more guided tour.

BIke: Old Harbor Bike shop (401-466- 2029, blockislandtransportation.com).

MOped: aldo’s Mopeds and Bikes (130 Weldon Way. 401-466-5018) or The Moped Man (435 Water st. 401-466-5444).

The bustling town center of Block Island is mere steps from the ferry landing

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The Block Island Ferry is the most common

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Water street is the main drag that greets visitors as they step off the ferry, and there is plenty of food, shopping and entertainment. Ballard’s Inn (42 Water st. 401-4662231) has its own beach and offers drink service right to your chair. You can also grab a bite ranging from classic seafood on the go (rebecca’s seafood Takeout, 435 Water st. 401- 466-5411) to a leisurely lunch on a grand porch (The National Tap and Grille, 1 Water st. 401-466-2901).

Locals hang around dodge street and Corn Neck road. Highlights there include frozen mudslides on the porch at McGovern’s yellow kittens (Corn neck Rd. 401-

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466-5855, mcgovernsyellowkittens.com) and Captain Nick’s rock n roll Bar (34 ocean ave. 401-466-5670), which hosts the annual Block Island Music Festival (June 10-15, blockislandmusic.com). on the other side of the island, the scene in new Harbor is clustered around three marinas (payne’s dock, the Boat Basin and Champlin’s Marina) that are packed with bars and restaurants. The Narragansett Inn (ocean ave. 401-466-2626, narragansettinn.net), is also worth a visit for the great views from the porch at sunset. if you’re more interested in the great outdoors, Mohegan Bluffs are magnificent clay cliffs providing spectacular views and

Ballard’s Inn has its own beach and bar

a steep climb down to the beach (don’t worry – there are stairs). The Greenway is a 12-mile hiking trail that covers much of the southern half of the island, while the Clayhead Trail explores the northern end and is a great spot for bird watching.

INsIder TIp: internet service on Block island is patchy at best; the Island Free Library (Dodge st. 401-466-3233) offers free wifi inside and on its front lawn.

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Charlestown-richmond-Hopkinton a rural hideaway with big-time events Colloquially known as Chariho, these three thinly populated towns offer a taste of both south County’s lively tourism industry of today and its rural past.

Charlestown is the only one of the three on the water, and thus home to Chariho’s only beaches, with both a town and a state beach occupying the narrow strip of land that encircles the coastal lagoon ninigret Pond. Hopkinton and neighboring Richmond share the historic village of Hope Valley, the center of which is featured on the national Register of Historic Places.

Celebrate in Chariho

Photo: (top) Hilary Block, (Bottom) Ron Cowie

Despite being largely rural, this three-town area is home to several of the biggest and best events of summer in south County.

Here’s your social calendar. auGusT 1-3: CHarLesTOWN seaFOOd FesTIvaL this self-proclaimed “gastronomic extravaganza” is a three-day carnival style midway with lots of entertainment – and, of course, food.

Feast your fill on clams, chowders, lobster, fish and chips and so much more. Ninigret Park, Rt. 1A, Charlestown. 401-364-4031, charlestownrichamber.com/seafoodfestival.html auGusT 13-17: WasHINGTON COuNTy FaIr this five-day festival is the state’s biggest agricultural event and draws visitors from far and wide for country music concerts, a huge midway, rides for the kids, horse and tractor pulls, and lots of other fun stuff. Washington County Pomona Grange Recreational Area, Rt. 112, Richmond. 401-539-7042, washingtoncountyfair-ri.com auGusT 29-31: rHyTHM aNd rOOTs FesTIvaL

The five-day Washington County Fair features a midway, tractor pulls, country music and much more

Known for festivals, forests, beaches, small town charm

Good for nature-lovers, families, kids, seafood lovers, music fans Celebrate Labor Day weekend with three days of food, festivities and the best in american roots music ranging from blues to zydeco to bluegrass. there are multiple stages of music, kids and family entertainment, and camping space available. Ninigret Park, Rt. 1A, Charlestown. 888-855-6940, rhythmandroots.com

The Rhythm and Roots Festival takes over Ninigret Park every Labor Day weekend

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FaNTasTIC uMBreLLa FaCTOry For one of the more unique shopping experiences to be found anywhere, check out this collection of vintage shops and curiosity peddlers set on a secluded rural site in the woods of Charlestown. 4820 Old Post Rd. 401-364-1060, fantasticumbrellafactory.com FrOsTy dreW OBservaTOry aNd NaTure CeNTer Located within ninigret Park, Frosty Drew provides both an observatory/sky theater for those who want to see the stars, and an educational nature center for those who prefer to stay closer to the ground.

401-364-9508, frostydrew.org

HaCk aNd LIvery Get that old-time general store experience at this unique emporium. they’ve got a little bit of everything for everyone, and plenty of small town charm. 1006 Main St., Hope Valley. 401-539-7033 keTTLe pONd vIsITOrs CeNTer this environmental learning center teaches kids and adults alike about local ecosystems. take the opportunity to learn about the national Wildlife Refuge Complex across the state, especially ninigret national Wildlife Refuge just down the road. 50 Bend Rd, Charlestown. 401-364- 9124, fws.gov/ninigret NINIGreT park When it’s not hosting festivals, this 227-acre

park offers a range of other activites, with a playground, ball fields, bicycle path, tennis and basketball courts, freshwater pond with beach and picnic areas. Rt. 1A, Charlestown.

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INsIder TIp: While narragansett is generally considered the clam shack capital of south County, Charlestown boasts two local favorites: Johnny angels (523 Charlestown Beach Rd. 401-419-6732, johnnyangelsclamshack.com) and the Hitching post (5402 Post Rd. 401-364-7495, hitchingpostrestaurant.weebly.com).

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East Greenwich City chic meets south County charm The northernmost town in what is generally considered south County, east Greenwich is also the least “beachy” of its waterfront communities. its charming Main street, however, is probably the closest thing you’ll find in the area to a dense cluster of urban activity. its location on Greenwich Cove, with several dockside restaurants, also makes east Greenwich a popular place for boaters.

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CLassIC For more than 30 years, Finn’s Harborside (formerly Harbourside Lobstermania) has been serving fresh, local seafood in a casual atmosphere. they offer free docking for diners who arrive by boat. 38 Water St. 401884-6363, finnsharborside.com NeW sCHOOL Besos kitchen & Cocktails serves modern tapas and eclectic international fare in an elegant atmosphere. 378 Main St. 401-3988855, besoskitchenandcocktails.com sOMeTHING dIFFereNT kon asian Bistro stands out for its modern pan-asian cuisine, like sushi, hibachi and noodles, and a hip cocktail bar. 553 Main St. 401-886-9200, konasianbistro.com

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GreeNWICH OdeuM this 1926 theater, which has gone from vaudeville house to cinema to performing arts venue in its long life, re-opened in 2013 after a five-year absence. its current programming includes both music and theater. 59 Main St. theodeum.org MaIN sTreeT sTrOLLs one thursday every month, local merchants extend their hours for a Main street stroll, a block party-type event

with entertainment, cocktails and food. this summer’s dates are June 19, July 17 and august 14. eastgreenwichri.com

INsIder TIp: south County’s most concentrated dose of city-style nightlife can be found along the east Greenwich waterfront. the easily walkable stretch of Water street includes Mckinley’s pub, BLu On the Water, Nautika and Finn’s Harborside, which all offer outdoor drinking and live entertainment on weekends.

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Destinations

Jamestown small town charm with island vistas

Jamestown occupies

Conanicut island, the second largest island in narragansett Bay. of course, this is Rhode island, so don’t let “second biggest” mislead you: Conanicut island is only nine miles long by one mile wide. Jamestown retains much of its rural character and quiet charm, providing a peaceful retreat from some of the more booming beach towns. those who like to explore on foot or by bicycle will find Jamestown a perfect place to spend a relaxing day outdoors. Car traffic is light. there are great parks, plenty of unspoiled beauty, lots of historic sights and lovely water views just about everywhere.

Known for rural charm, history, open spaces, water views

Good for families, nature-lovers, biking, fishing

where To Go

enjoy some food, music and art on your trip across the bridge.

TWO Takes ON JaMesTOWN dINING narragansett avenue is one of the main thoroughfares in Jamestown, including two of its most popular restaurants. For a real taste of traditional south County fare, head to Chopmist Charlie’s, affectionately known as “the Cheers of Jamestown.” For a more upscale, new american twist on local seafood, try Jamestown Fish, where you can also enjoy a cocktail in their upstairs Bridge Bar. Chopmist

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The lighthouse at Beavertail State Park

Charlie’s: 40 Narragansett Ave. 401-423-1020, chopmistcharliesri.com. Jamestown Fish: 14 Narragansett Ave. 401- 423-3474, jamestownfishri.com BLues, BLOOdIes aNd BruNCH The Narragansett Café is a local favorite for food and live music. the best time to visit is on sunday from 1-4pm when you can enjoy live blues and swing, creative Bloody Marys and Mimosas, their signature Benedict varieties and getting to know the locals. 25 Narragansett Ave. 401-423-2150, narragansettcafe.com JaMesTOWN arTs CeNTer this multi-disciplinary, all purpose arts and cultural hub is both gallery and event space, hosting art openings, film screenings, theatrical performances and classes. 18 Valley St. 401560-0979, jamestownartcenter.org

Lobster Ravioli at Chopmist Charlie’s

INsIder TIp: if the Fourth of July crowds around south County are too much for you, enjoy a less hectic take on the holiday as Jamestown presents its fireworks the following day. Parking and great views are available along Canonicus and narragansett avenues, and at east Ferry Beach.

Jamestown BREAKFAST, LUNCH FREE FULL BAR WIFI TAKEOUT EVERYDAY SUMMER HOURS: 6AM-5PM

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East Ferry Deli July-August: We will be open 6am-7pm

Fresh Hot & Iced Coffees • Hot Cocoa, Tea, Chai & More Award Winning Muffins • Bagels, Pastries & Cookies Delicious Hot Soups • Over-stuffed Sandwiches Fresh Crisp Salads

401-423-1592 • 47 Conanicus Ave, Jamestown

the Purple Door SUP, KAYAK & BIKE RENTALS (Delivery Available) OUTDOOR APPAREL & ACCESSORIES

Handmade Glass, Lampwork,Beads & Beaded Jewelry At corner of Narragansett Ave. & Conanicus Ave. Jamestown, RI • 401-423-1231

Jamestown Outdoors 34 Narragansett Avenue ~ Jamestown, RI (401) 924-2885 www.jamestownoutdoors.com

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Jamestown Windmill

what To See

Jamestown is more about enjoying nature than any man-made excitement.

Beavertail state park is Jamestown’s best-known attraction, and home to the Beavertail Lighthouse, an active beacon. its 153 acres are great for hiking, picnicking and fishing, with great views all around.

Beavertail Rd. 401-423-9941, riparks.com a former military installation, Fort Wetherill rests on 100-foot high cliffs, providing a prime vantage point for boat races and events in narragansett Bay’s east Passage. it is also a popular jumping off point for scuba divers. Fort Wetherill Rd. 401-4231771, www.riparks.com

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Fort Getty park another piece Jamestown’s military history, is a popular campground, with 25 tent sites and 100 trailer sites. it also offers a fishing area. 913 Fort Getty Rd. 401-423-7211, jamestownri.net Watson Farm farm has been in operation since 1796. its 265 acres are open for the public to explore on self-guided walking tours of livestock, wildlife and traditional farm life. 455 North Rd. 401-423-0005 Located on 17 acres of premium farmland, Jamestown Community Farm grows approximately 15,000 pounds of fresh produce each season to supply nonprofit agencies and food pantries. they welcome visitors tuesday and thursday evenings

Watson Farm

from 6pm to dusk and saturdays from 9am-noon. 231 East Shore Rd. 401-4230910, conanicutlandtrust.org/farm.htm a 22-acre historic site, Conanicut Battery National Historic park includes several earthen fortifications dating back to the Revolutionary War built by Rhode island colonists and British troops alike. it is traversed by well-marked trails with information on the site’s history. Battery Ln. jamestown-ri.info/jri_recreation.htm

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Beavertail has 153 beautiful acres to explore

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LIVE MUSIC Every Friday and Saturday Night Live Blues Sunday Afternoon Thursday Night Music Series During the Summer 25 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown, RI 401.423.2150 www.narragansettcafe.com

“Best Place For Live Music” “Best Neighborhood Bar” Best Sunday Blues - 2013- Yankee Magazine

14 Narragansett Ave, Jamestown, RI 401-423-FISH

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narragansett Come for the beaches, stay for the food This is the quintessential new england beach town, with some of the state’s most popular beaches, plenty of houses for rent and a population that swells in the summer. it is home to perhaps south County’s most iconic piece of architecture, the towers, a historic former casino turned event space, and several of the Rhode island’s favorite clam shacks. Families will find plenty of attractions to explore. singles and young couples will enjoy some of the area’s best dining and bars.

Known for beaches, seafood, clam shacks and nightlife

Good for families, beach-goers, surfers, young singles, foodies

The iconic Narragansett Towers are depicted on Narragansett Beer’s Summer Ale

The water’s fine Narragansett is almost all coastline, and thus it boasts four popular beaches – but which one is right for you?

Beach

admission Fee

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Surf

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What’s nearby

Captain RogeR WheeleR State BeaCh 100 Sand Hill Cove Rd.

None

Families with children

Gentle

Parking (paid), snack bar, restrooms, cold showers

Steps from the beach: George’s of Galilee, Champlin’s, Buster, Clam Jammers

naRRaganSett toWn BeaCh Boston Neck Rd.

$6/person, children 11 and under are free

College students, young singles, townies, families, surfers

Mild to heavy, popular surfing spot

Parking (paid), snack bar, restrooms, cold showers

A short walk: Coast Guard House, Oceanside, Trio; A moderate walk: PJ’s Pub, Crazy Burger

Salty BRine State BeaCh 254 Great Island Rd.

None

Families with children, teens

Gentle, with protection from nearby breakwater

Parking (paid), restrooms, hot showers

Steps from the beach: George’s of Galilee, Champlin’s, Buster, Clam Jammers

SCaRBoRough State BeaCh 870 Ocean Rd.

None

Teens and young singles (Scarborough North), families with children (Scarborough South)

Moderate to heavy, occasional strong undertow

Parking (paid), snack bars, restrooms, hot and cold showers

A short drive: Iggy’s Doughboys, Aunt Carrie’s, Bon Vue Inn, Narragansett Grill, Kingston Pizza

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All natural beef/pork available daily Fresh fruits & vegetables and fresh pies available late June - Oct. 31

Stop by on your way to the beach!

505 Point Judith Road, Narragansett 401-742-1191

Enjoy Dinner & Drinks Inside or Out

Fresh Lobsters & Steamers Burgers • Chowder & Clam Cakes Stuffies • Salads • Pasta and so much more…

Full Menu With Delicious Appetizers Signature Seafood Dishes, Kid’s Menu and Home-Made Desserts

865 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett • (401) 789-8153 twinwillowsnarragansett.com

Aunt Carrie’s

Celebrating 94 Years

…and leave room for a visit to our

Ice Cream Shoppe

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narragansett The Mighty Clam

Rhode island is known for its seaside clam shacks, and narragansett is home to several local favorites.

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auNT CarrIe’s 1240 ocean Rd. 401-783-7930, auntcarriesri.com Hours: Mon-Sun, 11:30am-8pm • Full service dining room: Yes • alcohol: BYOB • Insider tip: Leave room for dessert – their homemade pies are famous CHaMpLIN’s 256 Great island Rd. 401-783-3152, champlins.com Hours: Mon-Sun, 11am-9pm • Full service dining room: No • alcohol: Full bar • Insider tip: their retail market provides some of the freshest local seafood around if you prefer to cook it yourself

Fried Doughboys at Iggy’s

IGGy’s dOuGHBOys aNd CHOWder 1157 Point Judith Rd. 401-783-5608,

iggysdoughboys.com Hours: Mon-Thu, Sun, 11am-8pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-9pm • Full service dining room: No • alcohol: No • Insider tip: though you’re coming for the seafood, they’re not called iggy’s Doughboys for nothing. these hearty cakes of fried dough topped with powdered sugar are a must-have Rhode island snack.

MONaHaN’s CLaM sHaCk 190 ocean Rd. 401-782-2524, monahansri.com Hours: Mon-Sun, 11am-7pm • Full service dining room: No • alcohol: No • Insider tip: Lobster rolls are delicious, but they can be expensive too. Monohan’s boasts that theirs, at $14.99, is Rhode islands most affordable.

other Attractions

Casey FarM this mid-18th century homestead is still a working farm and hosts one of the area’s largest farmer’s markets on saturday mornings throughout the summer. 2325 Boston Neck Rd. 401-295-1030 THe TOWers this landmark stands guard over the town beach. it’s alive all summer with dancing, music and food events, and is home to the town visitor’s center. 35 Ocean Rd. thetowersri.com

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Scarborough Beach

INsIder TIp: though narragansett is known for its bustling beach front strips and charming B&Bs, you can still camp out. Fisherman’s Memorial park state park (1101 Point Judith Rd.) offers campgrounds and RV parking in close proximity to Roger Wheeler, salty Brine and scarborough beaches.

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NarraGaNseTT pIer MarkeTpLaCe this seaside complex boasts, shopping, food, lodging and services from fashionable boutiques like kC shoes, Curiosity and Mischief and simply Natural to delicious food from Trio and Nana’s ice Cream. Boon street, which offers more restaurants, including Crazy Burger and pJs pub, is a short walk. Across from Narragansett Town Beach

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Gifts and Bookstore Limited Edition/Limited Quantities

Scooters

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State-of-the-Art Scooters can take you from beach to beach or private picnic spots at Point Judith Light. Valid driver’s license required. Motorcycle license NOT required.

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Galilee's Unique Gift Shop

Bicycles Fun for the whole family! Cruise Ocean Road, find a spot to picnic, bike to any of our 4 world-class beaches or hit the bike path! Helmets are provided.

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Celebrate Summer at the

NEWPORT ART MUSEUM

MEN’S & WOMEN’S DENIM SHOP

SUMMER EXHIBITIONS

The Denim Store You’ve Been Waiting For

Contemporary and historic works, all created by artists from Rhode Island and surrounding regions. Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors,

AG • Hudson Paige • Sanctuary Cashmere • J Brand Frye • Ash Sneakers FLY London Chan Luu Clothing & Accessories

$6 students

WET PAINT

A celebration of fresh art. Artists create paintings on Saturday and donate them to be sold in silent and live auctions Sunday.

August 16 & 17

PM PICNICS, 6pm Bring a picnic and enjoy

music on the lawn.

The Ravers - July 23 / Ten Rod Ramblers - July 30 Abbey Rhode - August 6 / Spice - August 20 Admission: $10 adults, $8 students

MURDER AT THE MUSEUM

Personal Shoppers Custom Fittings

198 Bellevue Avenue Newport RI (401) 849-5326 • www.laurajeandenim.com

Family fun questioning suspects and solving the “crime.”

Saturdays, 7pm, May - Aug. Admission: $30 adults, $25 senior, $15 students

76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI | (401) 848-8200 Tickets, Hours, Directions: www.NewportArtMuseum.org

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newport america’s original resort town

Known for history, fine dining, nightlife, festivals, beaches, mansions

Good for young singles, families, couples, foodies, sailors, music fans

Though it’s not part

of south County, newport is only about 20 minutes away on aquidneck island, and can easily fill up a whole day (or night). the City by the sea became famous during the Gilded age as the summer playground of wealthy families like the astors, the Vanderbilts and the Dukes. though the age of the iconic newport mansions (or, as they were known back then, “summer cottages”) has come and gone, it remains a lively summer boomtown. it boasts a great dining scene, several of the summer’s biggest festivals and, of course, those cottages, most of which are open for tours.

newport in a day

Here are some suggestions for making the most of the quick jaunt across the bridge and having a jam-packed day in newport.

MOrNING Hit the beach: take a dip at easton’s Beach (commonly known as 1st Beach) on Memorial Boulevard, followed by a quick drink at the adjacent atlantic Beach Club (55 Purgatory Rd., Middletown. 401-847-2750, atlanticbeachclub.com). Looking for something more family friendly? Gooseberry Beach on ocean avenue is more secluded in a cove.

The Cliff Walk offers a unique perspective on the Newport mansions

earLy aFTerNOON Walk and explore: Get some history (and shelter from the sun) on a tour of one of the newport Mansions like the Breakers (44 ochre Point ave.), Marble House (596 Bellevue ave.) or rosecliff (548 Bellevue ave.)

For a little fresh air with your history, try the Cliff Walk, a 3.5-mile path that overlooks the ocean on one side and many of the mansions on the other. newportmansions. org, cliffwalk.com Break for lunch: Many of the city’s most revered restaurants offer outdoor patios where you can try the food that made them famous without committing to a fancy sitdown dinner. try the Waterside patio & Bar at the Black pearl (Bannister’s Wharf, 401846-5264, blackpearlnewport.com), the Midway Bar at Clarke Cooke House (Bannister’s Wharf, 401-849-2900, clarkecooke. com) or the outdoor seating at The Mooring (sayer’s Wharf, 401-846-2260, mooringrestaurant.com).

LaTe aFTerNOON Hit the main drags: Thames st. and america’s Cup ave. on the waterfront, along with the wharfs that run off them, are packed with restaurants, shops and attractions. earLy eveNING Take in a show: the Newport yachting Center (4 Commercial Wharf, newportwaterfrontevents.com) hosts events all summer long, including the Great Chowder Cook-Off (June 7), the sunset Music series (various dates), the summer Comedy series (various dates), the Blues & BBQ Festival (tBa) and the Waterfront reggae Festival (august 9).

Have an extravagant dinner: Tallulah on Thames (464 thames st., 401-849- 2433, tallulahonthames.com) is known for its seasonal, market-driven menu. The spiced pear (117 Memorial Blvd. 401-847-2244, thechanler.com/dining) in the Chanler hotel epitomizes haute cuisine. Castle Hill Inn SO Summer

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(590 ocean ave. 401-849-3800, castlehillinn.com) is a top notch restaurant in a gorgeous seaside resort.

Or something a little more casual: Thames street kitchen (677 thames st.

401-846-9100, thamesstreetkitchen.com) and salvation Café (140 Broadway. 401847-2620, salvationcafe.com) are part of the young vanguard of restaurants offering high-end fare without the fine dining fuss.

The smoke House (31 scotts Wharf. 401848-9800, smokehousenewport.com) is upscale barbecue in an outdoor bar setting. aFTer HOurs drink where the locals do: Broadway is a densely clustered strip of hip bars and restaurants, including Norey’s (156 Broadway. 401-847-4971, noreys.com), a craft beer bar; pour Judgement (32 Broadway.

401-619-2115, pourjudgement.com), a local favorite watering hole; and The Fifth element (111 Broadway. 401-619-2552,

thefifthri.com), a stylish bar and grill. rock out: Newport Blues Café (286 thames st. 401-841-5510, newportblues. com), One pelham east (270 thames st.

401-847-9460, thepelham.com) and The rhino Bar (337 thames st. 401-846-0707, therhinobar.com) are all popular spots for live music.

Have a cocktail (or several): Fluke Wine Bar & kitchen (41 Bowens Wharf. 401-8497778, flukewinebar.com), Midtown Oyster

INsIder TIp: the Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals (august 1-3 and July 25-27, respectively) at Fort adams state Park are always two of the hottest tickets in town and often sell out months in advance.

However, boaters can get close enough to the park’s shoreline to put down anchor and still enjoy the music – some people even use kayaks.

Bar (345 thames st. 401-619-4100, midtownoyster.com) and Christie’s (14 Perry Mill Wharf. 401-847-5400, christiesofnewport. com) are known for their trendy bar scenes.

The Great Chowder Cook off is at the Newport Yachting Center in June

Tomato Melon Salad from The Fifth Element on Broadway

Talullah on Thames

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Coastal Gifts and Décor Come visit to shop, browse or just say hello, here is just a sample of what you’ll find…

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Mention this ad and receive 15% off your purchase!

Summer HourS: monday-Saturday 10am-6pm • Sunday12-5pm

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South Kingstown the hub of south County

People don’t often consider south Kingstown a destination unto itself, but that’s because the sprawling town encompasses so much: namely, the villages of Wakefield, Peace Dale, Kingston and Matunuck. those historic names are used much more commonly in conversation than the proper municipality. taken as a whole, south Kingstown has a lot to offer.

Known for shopping, arts and culture, convenience Theatre by The Sea attracts talent from

Good for

Broadway for its summer productions

beach-goers, couples,

wakefield

one of south County’s hubs, Wakefield has necessary vacation amenities like grocery stores, banks, pharmacies and big box stores in the Wakefield Mall. its Main street, though, is a cultural center worth spending some time exploring. 160 Tower Hill Rd. wakefieldmall.net Watch artist eben Horton blow one-ofa-kind glass art at the Glass station, or learn to do it yourself at a class. 318 Main St. 401-788-2500, ebenhortonglass.com The Hera Gallery has been around for decades, but focuses on fresh, contemporary, challenging art exhibits. 10 High St. 401-789-1488, heragallery.org The Contemporary Theater Company stages a rotating roster of engaging,

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Matunuck Oyster Bar boasts its own farms for both oysters and vegetables

Barrel-age your own Manhattans at Sons of Liberty Distillery

entertaining plays and also offers daytime children’s programming. 327 Main St. 401218-0282, thecontemporarytheater.com

INsIder TIp: take an easy and scenic jaunt through south Kingstown and into narragansett along the William C. o’neill Bike Path, more commonly known as the south County Bike path. this seven-mile stretch begins at the train station in Kingston, passes through Wakefield and Peace Dale, and ends near narragansett town Beach. southcountybikepath.org

Photography: (Bottom L) Ron Cowie, (Bottom R) Hilary Block

families, fishermen

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Rugs Bags Pillows Lampshades Fine Bed Linens Sleepwear

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South Kingstown Peace dale

a district on the national Register of Historic Places, Peace Dale has beautiful open spaces and a handful of stores and restaurants, including the gourmet bakery sweet Cakes. 1227 Kingstown Rd. 401-7895420, sweetcakesbakeryri.com

Matunuck

a classic new england beach scene, Matunuck is home to several beaches and oceanfront watering holes where you can go directly from the sand, namely the Ocean Mist. Known for great food and live music, it’s one of only two Rhode island locations included in Esquire magazine’s “america’s Best Bars.” 895 Matunuck Beach Rd. 401-782-3740, oceanmist.net Matunuck Oyster Bar serves up delicious, locally-sourced seafood inside or on their expansive outdoor patio and bar. the main attraction, though, are the Matunuck oysters, raised just outside the restaurant at its own farm. the restaurant also

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maintains its own vegetable farm nearby.

629 Succotash Rd. 401-783-4202, rhodyoysters.com Rhode island’s summerstock happens at Theatre By the sea, a historic barn-cumtheatre that has seen the likes of Marlon Brando and Mae West cross its stage. see big-ticket musicals all summer long. 364 Cards Pond Rd. 401-782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz

Kingston

Home to an amtrak station and historic destinations like the Fayerweather Craft Guild (1859 Mooresfield Rd. 401-789-9072, fayerweathercraftguild.com), Kingston is best known as the home to the university of rhode Island. its major concerts at the Ryan Center, Division 1 nCaa athletics (namely the men’s basketball Rhody Rams), Master Gardeners program and performing arts all regularly draw crowds. uri.edu kenyon’s Grist Mill is the oldest continuously operating manufacturing business in the state. Currently housed in a building

that dates to 1886, it has been grinding cornmeals and flours since 1696. it also hosts events, including the summer tour Weekend & Kayaking at the Mill (July 1920) and autumn tour Weekend (october 18-19). 21 Glen Rock Rd., West Kingston.

401-783-4054, kenyonsgristmill.com

Also in South Kingstown

south County Commons is a major shopping destination that also has a movie theatre, gym, spa and several restaurants like shogun for hibachi and sushi and Trattoria romana for impeccable italian. Route 1. southcountycommons.com south County’s only distillery, sons of Liberty has made a big splash with its Uprising american Whiskey. Visit the distillery to taste their new releases (like Cucumber Mint Vodka) or to barrel-age your own Manhattans and take them home with you. 1425 Kingstown Rd. 401-284-4006, solspirits.com

South County Commons hosts free concerts

Enjoy an adult beverage and live

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music on the water at the Ocean Mist

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watch Hill a quiet retreat by the sea

The beautiful seaside town of Watch Hill is actually a part of Westerly, but it’s a destination unto itself, offering pristine beaches, dining, shopping and a taste of old new england charm. it’s also a popular escape for celebrities, like taylor swift, who in 2013 bought a $17 million mansion here... in cash.

Known for seclusion, natural beauty, historic charm

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natural Beauty

Napatree point is a half-mile long public beach that separates Little narragansett Bay from the Block island sound. it’s a popular spot for beach-goers, hikers and bird watchers. sandy point, a 35-acre island, was once attached to napatree Point, but was separated from the mainland by the Hurricane of 1938. today, it’s a nature preserve with public access and a beach.

The Watch Hill Lighthouse is about a 15-minute walk from town at the east approach of Fishers island sound. the lighthouse dates back to 1856, though the site has been in operation since 1808. the lighthouse itself is closed to the public, but the grounds and a museum are open after July 1.

Olympia Tea Room

Stay in Luxury

a grand Victorian hotel, the Ocean House was meticulously renovated in 2010 and is now a high-end resort frequented by celebrities like Regis Philbin and Jessica simpson. Fortunately for the rest of us, its restaurants and events are open to the public. seasons is a fine dining restaurant serving new american cuisine, and has a

St. Clair Annex

dessert bar with house-made macarons and gourmet chocolates. The Bistro is a more casual lunch and dinner restaurant serving farm-to-table new england favorites. The verandah, with its expansive ocean views, is a great place to enjoy a cocktail. the ocean House also hosts regular events like clam bakes and foodie getaway weekends. 1 Bluff Ave. 401-5847000, oceanhouseri.com SO Summer

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downtown watch Hill

Watch Hill’s commercial district is an easily strollable area centered on Bay street, and is on the national Register of Historic Places. there are numerous clothing boutiques for kids and adults, home décor and antiques stores and gift shops.

The Flying Horse Carousel is the oldest continuously operating carousel in the country. it’s also the only remaining one of its kind, with the horses suspended from a center frame instead of attached to the floor. At the end of Bay St. st. Clair annex is Watch Hill’s iconic ice cream parlor and clam shack. Locals say they have the best homemade ice cream around. 141 Bay St. 401-348-8407 Contrary to its name, Olympia Tea room is a full-service restaurant and bar serving fresh, local seafood and creative cocktails. the outdoor tables fill up early. 74 Bay St. 401-348-8211, olympiatearoom.com

Ocean View Terrace at The Ocean House

Watch Hill is a great place for nautical shopping

The Flying Horse Carousel

INsIder TIp: a visit to Watch Hill is the perfect opportunity to break out those nantucket reds and sperry topsiders. in a humorous turn, Lisa Birnbach, author of 1980’s The Official Preppy Handbook, cited the town as an acceptable summer destination in her 2010 follow-up, True Prep.

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westerly a beach town, a music town and lots of food The southernmost town in mainland Rhode island, Westerly is equal parts beach town and thriving city center. Known for its italian culture, dining and abundance of live music and theatre venues, Westerly is also home to beach hamlets like Misquamicut, Weekapaug and Watch Hill.

Known for beaches and beach houses, music, restaurants and bars, historic downtown, italian food

Good for families, singles, foodies, surfers and other water sports enthusiasts, fishermen Enjoy a rocking good time at the Knickerbocker Café

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A Taste of Italy

Westerly’s iconic food is “soupy,” a dry-cured italian pork sausage descended from the sopressata of the area’s Calabrian heritage. it’s made in basements all over town, and every family has its own recipe, but it’s also available to the public from dippers packing Co. Inc. (55 Ledward ave. 401-596-3951, supri.com), phil’s Market place (116 Granite st. 401-6374885, philsmarketplaceri.com) and dunns Corners Market (5 Langworthy Rd. 401-322-1660, dunnscornersmarket.com). italian restaurants also abound in downtown Westerly, from the wise guy-inspired Trattoria Longo (12 Canal st. 401-315- 2952, trattorialongo.com) to classic-italian-meetsnY-pizza at vetrano’s (130 Granite st. 401348- 5050, vetranosrestaurant.com) to freshly made pasta at Casa della Luce (105 Franklin st. 401-637-4575, casadellauce.net).

Get Some Culture

Westerly has more on-stage entertainment than any other town in southern Rhode island. the Chorus of Westerly performs a summer Pops concert in Wilcox Park on June 21. 119 High St. 401- 596-8663, chorusofwesterly.org Granite Theatre has comedies like Always a Bridesmaid (June 20-July 20) and Run for Your Wife (July 25-august 24) on its summer schedule. 1 Granite St. 401- 596-2341, granitetheatre.com Colonial Theater stages free shakespeare performances at Wilcox Park, including this summer’s production of Twelfth Night, or What You Will (July 30-august 17). 3 Granite St. 401- 596-7909, thecolonialtheater.org the famed knickerbocker Café is where the forever-touring, multi-Grammy award

Visit the beautiful Wilcox Park to take in a bit of Shakespeare this summer

winning Roomful of Blues was formed in the 1960s and remains the house band. 35 Railroad Ave. 401-315-5070, theknickerbockercafe.com SO Summer

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Get in the Spirit

Grey sail Brewery opened in 2012 and has quickly garnered attention all over the state for their small-batch, high quality brews. 63 Canal St. 401-315-2533, greysailbrewing.com The Malted Barley is a craft beer bar with a rotating, carefully curated selection of brews paired with gourmet pretzels and pretzel sandwiches. 42 High St. 401-3152184, themaltedbarleyri.com Langworthy Farm is south County’s only winery, pouring locally-inspired varietals and blends like Misquamicut Merlot and Weekapaug White. 308 Shore Rd. 401-322-7791, langworthyfarm.com

Get a Bite

ella’s Fine Food and drink: asian-fusion and French-inspired fine dining. 2 Tower St. 401-315-0606, ellasfinefoodanddrink. com The sea Goose: a raw bar and grill offering “dock to plate” seafood. 265 Post Rd. 401-315-0788, theseagoose.com.

The Twisted vine: european-style wine bar with tapas and sandwiches. 3 Canal St. 401-596-4600, thetwistedvineri.com

Misquamicut Beach has several walk-up bars

Hit the Beach

Misquamicut refers to both the state beach and the neighborhood that surrounds it. this long strip of coastline, beach bars and hotels along atlantic avenue is the liveliest place in town during the summer months.

Parts of it are still recovering from 2012’s superstorm sandy, but most of the strip is open for business. Check misquamicut.org for more info and updates.

Water Wizz waterslide park includes 35-foot Giant slides and 50-foot super speed slides. 328 Atlantic Ave. 401-3220520, waterwizzri.com

Granite Theater

paddy’s Beach Bar is the place to be for live music, dancing and cool tropical drinks. 159 Atlantic Ave. 401-596-2610, paddysbeach.com atlantic Beach park offers dining, amusement rides and live music. 321 Atlantic Ave. 401-322-0504, atlanticbeachpark.com

Enjoy authentic Italian at Vetrano’s

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Destinations

wickford Find quintessential new england in this waterfront village

with its concentration of unique stores and beautiful scenery, Wickford is a natural gathering place for locals and visitors alike. this historic village (within the town of north Kingstown) is clustered at the confluence of Brown and Main streets and Wickford Harbor, making for a setting that’s easily walkable in ten minutes, but where you could spend hours strolling, shopping and eating. Prolific author John Updike was so taken with Wickford that he based his novel The Witches of Eastwick on the town.

Known for historic charm, shopping, dining, art

The Beach Rose Café serves lunch with a view on Wickford Harbor

Good for families, couples, gourmands, window shoppers

Good Taste

dOCksIde Fare set on the dock of Wickford Harbor, Beach rose Café serves up locally sourced breakfast and lunch fare. take a smoked Gouda Panini or a Fried Clam Roll and some chowder outside to a picnic table and watch the sailboats float by. 85 Brown St. 401-295-2800, beachrosecafe.com upsCaLe aL FresCO Tavern by the sea’s Mediterranean and american cuisine are worth trying at any time of year, but taste that much better on their waterfront deck. Don’t miss the olympus: shrimp sautéed in a white wine,

tomato, garlic and feta sauce. in the summer months, tavern serves both lunch and dinner until late. 16 W. Main St. 401-2945771, tavernbytheseari.com

Get Some Culture

one of the oldest homes in the state, smith’s Castle houses 400 years of new england history. Costumed interpreters give tours of the place, along with regular events like their strawberry Festival (June 14) and live cannon demonstrations. 55 Richard Smith Dr. 401-294-3521, smithscastle.org For over half a century, the Wickford art Festival (July 12-13) has been bringing artists from all over new england together to display their paintings, ceramics, photography, sculpture and more. Plan to spend at least the afternoon – the huge event is worth savoring. wickfordart.org

Visit Smith’s Castle for a dose of local history

never heard of Gilbert stuart? Check your wallet. stuart painted the portrait of George Washington that’s on the $1 bill. the Gilbert stuart Birthplace and Museum (in saunderstown, another nearby village in north Kingstown) is a time capsule of Rhode island in 1750. 815 Gilbert Stuart Rd, Saunderstown.

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Stroll and Shop

Beauty and the Bath

INsIder TIp: Wickford is a pet-friendly destination. Many shops keep water dishes on the sidewalk, and the abundance of outdoor restaurant seating makes it easy to bring Fido along for your visit.

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FOr yOur kITCHeN Narragansett Bay Olive Oil Company allows you to taste your way through gourmet olive oils and vinegars, including an irresistible selection of fruit-infused balsamics and oils from all over the world. 4 Brown St. 401-295-2500, nboliveoil.com outfit your kitchen, pantry and table at Wickford Gourmet, which sells cookware, servingware and kitchen gadgets from high-end companies at amazing discounts. 21 West Main St. 401-294-8430 FOr yOurseLF indulge at Beauty and the Bath, which carries an impressive selection of products for your face and body, including thymes of London body lotions, Wish shaving products and Jack Black’s men’s line. 11 W. Main St. 401-294-3576, beautyandthebath.com style is always worth talking about, especially at Gossip, a chic boutique that carries flirty summer dresses, hard-to-find designer jeans and artful, affordable jewelry. 16 Main St. 401-294-7333, shopgossip.com FOr yOur HOMe Blue Hydrangea is the kind of place that defies description, but that you can’t leave empty handed. the shop sells candles, gifts and home décor items that add the perfect finishing touches to a room. 2 Main St. 401-295-2583, 295blue.com Bring your best friend back home a surprise from your south County trip: shaggy Chic pet Boutique specializes in accessories and gourmet treats for your favorite member of the family. 3 Main St. 401-6677273, shaggychicpets.com SO Summer

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Providence new england’s coolest city is less than an hour away It would be a fool’s errand

to attempt to capture all the reasons to visit Providence in a single page; suffice to say the city is worthy of a full vacation in its own right. if you’ve only got a day, however, there are some must-see highlights. since the Creative Capital is a college town, we’ve given you two very simple levels of study.

Known for food, arts, nightlife, history

Good for sightseers, young singles, families, foodies

Providence 101

if you only ever visit the city once, make sure it’s on a WaterFire night. Providence’s most famous tourist attraction is both an event and an art installation centered around bonfires that light up the rivers passing through Downtown. tens of thousands of residents and visitors converge in the city center for art, food, music, dancing and more. Lightings happen throughout the season, so check waterfire.org for dates.

Federal Hill was once Providence’s famed Little italy, but over the past decade or so it has become a much more multicultural dining destination. the main drag of atwells avenue is still home to many classic red sauce joints, but boast Mexican, Lebanese, Japanese and Caribbean food, too. Meanwhile, on the other side of town, College Hill, home to Brown University and the Rhode island school of Design, is full of both beautifully preserved history and vibrant young energy.

For the former, check out the Benefit street

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The city alight at sunset during WaterFire

Mile of History, the most impressive concentration of colonial homes in the country. For the latter, visit Thayer street, the epicenter of College Hill’s food and nightlife scenes.

Advanced Studies

Downtown Providence is home to many of the city’s most acclaimed restaurants, along with nightlife, theater, art galleries and unique shopping. one of the most unique shopping destinations anywhere is The arcade (65 Weybosset st. arcadeprovidence.com), america’s oldest indoor shopping mall, which recently underwent an extensive renovation. if you’re in town on thursday, head just up the street at dusk for Movies On the Block, free outdoor screenings of classics and cult favorites.

For dining and nightlife that’s a bit off the beaten path, head over the West side, which is clustered around the two main thoroughfares of Broadway and Westminster street. this area is home to the city’s vanguard of restaurants serving gourmet food in fun, casual settings and hip cocktail bars.

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INsIder TIp: Visit providenceonline.com to learn much more about the city’s arts, culture, food and attractions.

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Destinations

Mystic explore south County’s historic and charming neighbor Mystic, CT is your quintessential new england port town full of colonial charm and modern vibrancy. However, it’s not actually a town – at least not in the sense of being a legally recognized municipality – but rather a historic village straddling the towns of Groton and stonington.

From scenic Mystic seaport to quaint olde Mistick Village to the bustling downtown, there is plenty to explore.

Mystic Aquarium offers visitors the chance to interact with sea life

Known for historic waterfront, attractions, small town charm

Good for families, couples, sightseers, history buffs African penguins tour the Aquarium for before-hours animal enrichment The Charles W. Morgan at

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Explore Mystic

Mystic aquarium (55 Coogan, Blvd. 860572-5955, mysticaquarium.org) is probably the town’s best-known attraction, where you can have close encounters of the best kind with beluga whales and penguins.

Mystic seaport (75 Greenmanville ave.

860-572-0711, mysticseaport.org) is “the museum of america and the sea,” a fun and educational destination with exhibit halls and historical interpreters. Olde Mistick village (27 Coogan Blvd. 860-536-4941, oldemistickvillage.com) is a picturesque town center full of shopping and dining.

dine Mystic

Mystic diner & restaurant (253 Greenmanville ave. 860-415-4625, mysticdiner. com) is a classic, family-friendly stop for everything from fluffy omelets, to nY-style deli sandwiches, to Greek specialties. For a taste of Mystic’s seafaring heritage, head to Oyster Club (13 Water st. 860-415-9266, oysterclubct.com) for upscale seafood and a raw bar. and, yes, there is a real Mystic pizza (56 West Main st. 860-536-3700, mysticpizza.com), the downtown pizzeria made famous by the Julia Roberts movie of the same name.

Chubb’s Wharf at Mystic Seaport

Shop Mystic

there are plenty of unique shops and boutiques in Mystic, including The Blue Horse (1 West Main st. 860-536-4895, horse.bluehorse.me) for stylish kids’ clothes; puffins (4 Holmes st. 860-415-9644) for unique gifts and accessories; and shades of Mystic (11 Cottrell st. 860-572-0081, shadesofmystic. com) for fashionable sunglasses and eyewear. the antiques Trail (mystic.org/antiquestrail) will take you on a tour of 30 area shops full of curios, art and antique furniture.

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Dining Guide East Greenwich

DIMARE SEAFOOD Full service restaurant and bar offering fresh seafood from its own in-house retail market. 2706 South County Trail. 401-885-8100, ridimare.com L D $$-$$$ FELICIA’S COFFEE Local favorite café with specialty coffees and baked goods. 5757 Post Rd. 401-886-4141, feliciascoffee.com B L$ GREENWICH BAY OYSTER BAR Fresh seafood and raw bar in a cozy Main Street setting. 250 Main St. 401-398-2462, greenwichbayoysterbar.com D $$ RASA Extensive selection of indian cuisine and vegetarian options. 149 Main St. 401398-2822, indianrestaurantsri.com/rasa L D $-$$

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T’S RESTAURANT Unique twists on breakfast/lunch comfort food in a family-friendly setting. 5600 Post Rd. 401-398-7877, tsrestaurantri.com B Br L $-$$

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BREACHWAY GRILL Fish tacos and casual fare, along with nY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd. 401-213-6615, breachwaygrill.com L D $$

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PAVILION STEAK HOUSE Classic steak house and banquet hall. 15A Frontier Rd. 401-377-9900, thepavilionrestaurant.com B L D $$-$$$

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Narragansett Ave. 401-423-1020, chopmistcharlies.com L D $$ NARRAGANSETT CAFÉ neighborhood tavern and music venue with great pub food and popular brunch. 25 Narragansett Ave. 401-423-2150, narragansettcafe.com Br L D $-$$ SLICE OF HEAVEN European-style bakery and restaurant/café. 32 Narragansett Ave. 401423-9866, sliceofheavenri.com B L $ PLANTATION AT THE BAY Upscale farm-totable cuisine, also offering a tavern and bar menu. 150 Conanicus Ave. 401-560-0060, plantationatthebay.com D $$-$$$

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CHOPMIST CHARLIE’S great seafood in a friendly, nautical-themed atmosphere. 40

AUNT CARRIE’S Classic South County clam shack and seafood restaurant since 1920.

1240 Ocean Rd. 401-783-7930, auntcarriesri. com L D $$ IGGY’S DOUGHBOYS & CHOWDER HOUSE Serving classic Rhode island summertime fare by the beach. 1157 Point Judith Rd. 401-7835608, iggysdoughboys.com L D $-$$ MAHARAJA Traditional indian cuisine, just steps from narragansett Beach. 1 Beach St. 401-363-9988, narragansettmaharaja.com L D $-$$

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MARINER GRILLE Steaks and seafood in a friendly neighborhood lounge. 142 Point Judith Rd. 401-284-3282, marinergrille.com L D $$ OCEANSIDE AT THE PIER new school comfort food in a seaside restaurant and bar. 1 Beach St. 401-792-3999, oceansideatthepier.com Br L D $$

Local selections at Greenwich Bay Oyster Bar

Key Full Bar

B breakfast Br brunch L lunch D dinner $ under 10 $$ 10–20 $$$ 20+

Beer & Wine Only

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vaLeT paRking On FRiday & SaTuRday

191 Old Tower Hill Road, Wakefield 401-284-0797 • chophousegrilleri.com Hostess Trays • Salt Water Taffy • Wide Assortment of Chocolate Assorted Chocolates • Buttercrunch • Turtles • Gourmet Truffles Sugar-free Chocolates and Non-Chocolate Novelties • Gift Baskets

Please visit our Wakefield store at 21 Charles Street

Garden • 401.942.2720 | Wakefield • 401.783.4433 Order online at City www.sweenorschocolates.com or call 401-783-4433 • 800-834-3123 WWW.sWeenorsChoColates.Com to have your favorite chocolates shipped to you.

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T’S RESTAURANT Unique twists on breakfast/lunch comfort food in a family-friendly setting. 91 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett.

401-284-3981, tsrestaurantri.com B Br L $-$$ TWIN WILLOWS Fresh seafood and pub fare with a friendly, neighborhood tavern vibe. 865 Boston Neck Rd. 401-789-8153, twinwillowsnarragansett.com L D $$

North Kingstown

BEACH ROSE CAFÉ Casual waterfront dining featuring fresh seafood, salads, sandwiches and grilled items. 85 Brown St. 401-2952800, beachrosecafe.com B L $-$$

T’s Restaurant, with locations in Narragansett and East Greenwich, serves unique breakfast and lunch every day

South Kingstown

BAGELZ Rhode island’s only boil-and-bake bagel bakery, offering sandwiches and coffee. 90 Pershing Ave. 401-783-9700. 99 Fortin Rd. 401-782-2295, bagelzri.com BL$ CAP’N JACK’S new England seafood favorites with an in-house pastry chef and famous desserts. 706 Succotash Rd. 401-789-4556, capnjacksrestaurant.com L D $$

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CHOPHOUSE GRILLE Steakhouse fare and pub atmosphere with a late night menu.

191 Old Tower Hill Rd. 401-284-0797, chophousegrilleri.com D $$ MEWS TAVERN A local favorite pub and restaurant with huge beer and whiskey selections. 456 Main St. 401-783-9370, mewstavern.com L D $-$$

Key Full Bar

OCEAN MIST Beach bar featuring pub and Mexican fare, and live music daily. 895 Matunuck Beach Rd. 401-782-3740, oceanmist. net B L D $-$$ PHIL’S MAIN STREET GRILLE Three restaurants in one with downstairs diner, upstairs dining room and rooftop patio bar. 323 Main St. 401-783-4073, philsmainstreetgrille.com B Br L D $-$$

Westerly

84 TAVERN ON CANAL Mediterraneaninspired cuisine in a stylish bar and lounge setting. 15 Canal St. 401-596-7871, 84tavern. com Br L D $$ THE ANDREA Restaurant and beach bar on the Misquamicut shoreline offering seafood, pub fare and tacos. 89 Atlantic Ave. 401-3488788, andreahotel.net L D $$-$$$

ELLA’S FINE FOOD & DRINK Locally sourced haute cuisine with Asian-fusion and French influences. 2 Tower St. 401315-0606, ellasfinefoodanddrink.com D $$$ PADDY’S BEACH CLUB Tropical-inspired oceanfront dining and drinks with a recently added BBQ smokehouse. 159 Atlantic Ave. 401-596-2610, paddysbeach. com L D $$ VETRANO’S RISTORANTE AND PIZZERIA Homestyle italian specialties and pasta, plus nY-style pizza. 130F Granite St. 401348-5050, vetranosrestaurant.com L D $$

VITTORIA’S NY PIZZA nY-style, thin crust pizzeria, plus other italian specialties and pastas. 224 Post Rd. 401-322-1901, vittoriasnypizza.com L D $-$$

B breakfast Br brunch L lunch D dinner $ under 10 $$ 10–20 $$$ 20+

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Saltwater Farm vineyard stonington, connecticut saltwaterfarmvineyard.com

12 King Road, Foster, RI 401•369•3694 Hours: Fri. 12-5pm, Sat. & Sun. 11am-5pm www.NickleCreekVineyard.com

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Live Music, Cocktails & a New Menu Weekly Specials

We have 13 New Exciting Signature Cocktails!

Monday ½ Price Bottles of Wine All Night

Here's just a sample of our menu:

Tuesday at 8:30 Karaoke Night

Cuban burger on a house-made Ciabatta, pretzel or bulky roll pressed with ham, swiss Cheese,

Wednesday at 6:30 Manicures & Martinis

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Gluten Free available

Vintage Soul at Tony C’s

1051 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown • 401.294.4400 • Open Mon - Fri 11am to 11pm | Sat & Sun 11am to 12am

Yawgoo Valley Water Park OPEN DAiLY 11 AM – 6 PM • JuNE 21 – LABOR DAY

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• 750’ of Slides • 3 Pools • Picnic Area • Caribbean Style Tiki Bar • Free Parking

BOOKING NOW! • Birthday Parties • Company Outings • Family & Class Reunions • Special Events • Call for Menu Selections

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Water Park Group Rates Available Accommodating Groups of 50-300 Guests with Tent Seating for 125

Buy 1 Hour of Water Park Time and Get the Next Hour FREE Valid Mondays 6/23/14 - Labor Day. Original coupon must be presented at the time of purchase.

No duplicates accepted. Purchase using coupon must be made by 3 p.m. in order to receive the second hour free.

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Did rain ruin your beach day? Explore south county’s museums the South County Museum is a summer-only attraction that features a living history farm, maritime gallery, print shop, blacksmith shop and more. 115 Strathmore St., Narragansett. 401-783-5400, southcountymuseum.org the Tomaquag Museum is dedicated to preserving rhode island’s native american heritage through activities, demonstrations and festivals. 390A Summit Rd., Exeter. 401-4919063, tomaquagmuseum.com the Quonset Air Museum, in a World War ii airplane hangar, has a collection of almost 30 rescued and preserved historic planes. 488 Eccleston Ave., North Kingstown. 401-294-9540, quonsetairmuseum.com the Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum is a tribute to the famed portraitist (who painted the rendition of George Washington on the dollar bill) and also a time capsule of colonial rhode island. 815 Gilbert Stuart Rd., Saunderstown (North

Kingstown). 401-294-3001, gilbertstuartmuseum.com Smith’s Castle is a colonial home dating back 400 years, and offers costumed re-enactors to give you a tour through all of them. 55 Richard Smith Dr., North Kingstown. 401-2943521, smithscastle.org the Old Washington County Jail is preserved as a museum, but also serves as the home of the Pettaquamscutt Historical society, with collections documenting early rhode island and native american life. 2636 Kingstown Rd., Kingston. 401783-1328, pettaquamscutt.org south county’s oldest museum is, fittingly, the Museum of Primitive Art and Culture, which houses more than 15,000 archaeological artifacts from around the world.

1058 Kingstown Rd., Peace Dale.

401-783-5711, primitiveartmuseum.org >> Visit SoRhodeIsland.com/ SoSummer.html for more

eafood Steak & S Lounge & r a B e c Full Ser vi inner Lunch & D c Live Musi

140 Point Judith Rd (Mariner Sq.) Narragansett 284-3282 • Marinergrille.Com Our Farm to Plate partner: Wojnar Family Farms

Private Sailing charter Full Day Charters Block Island Bound Weekend for 2 Birthdays Special Occasions Reunions Wedding Proposals Delicious Fare Included

Aboard “Victoria”

Beautiful 42’ Sailing Ketch Accommodates up to 6 Guests

• Sailing from • greenwich Bay

Peter B. Dupré U.S.C.G. Licensed Captain

South County Museum

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4th of July Fireworks Cruise Cruise to Newport, ri on board the

SEVEN B’S V

80 ft. Lydia Yacht LeAVes: Port of Galilee DATe: July 4th TiMe: 7:00pm CosT: $30 per person

attractions

FamilyFriendly Fun Keep the little ones entertained

Family Friendly! T Reservations suggested T (401) 789-9250

Injured? Call ray PaCIa! Don’t Let An Accident Ruin Your Summer Vacation • Car aCCidents • Personal injury law • no Fee unless suCCessFul • Free Consultation Ray Pacia, Past President RI Trial Laywers Association

Experience–Integrity–Trust

118 Point Judith Road, naRRagansett

Pacialawoffices.com • 401-782-8900

peter pots pottery Pogy Pitcher One of 150 designs handcrafted in South County since 1954 494 glen rock rd. west kingston (off rt. 138 1.5 miles west of rt. 2) open daily · (401) 783-2350 · online 24/7 at peterpots.com

Get your hands wet at Biomes, south county’s only aquarium, where you can pet a shark and an octopus. 6640 Post Rd., North Kingstown. 401-885-4690, biomescenter.com Shadow Pines Alpaca Farm is a ten acre farm where you can not only meet the animals, but purchase products made from their wool. 181 Purgatory Rd., Exeter. 401-295-7859 Who says ice skating is only for the cold weather? Boss Ice Arena at the University of rhode island offers lessons year-round.

1 Keaney Rd., Kingston. 401-8745480, bossicearena.com Adventureland is pure fun: think mini-golf, go karts, batting cages, a carousel, video games and ice cream when you need a minute to cool off. 112 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett. 401-7890030, adventurelandri.com Casey Farm is a working farm that dates back to 1750.

Heirloom vegetables, a barnyard full of animals, a weekend farmer’s market and daily tours

make it worth the stop. 2325 Boston Neck Rd., Saunderstown. 401-295-1030, coastalmarket.org The Fantastic Umbrella Factory is an outdoor shopping area that defies description: it’s a collection of shops, a café, a petting zoo and a beloved local landmark for almost half a century. 4820 Old Post Rd, Charlestown.

401-364-1060, fantasticumbrellafactory.com a ski area in the winter, Yawgoo Valley has plenty to offer in the summer, too. its water park has pools and water slides along with volleyball and horseshoes.

160 Yawgoo Valley Road, Exeter.

401-294-3802, yawgoo.com Water Wizz water park, along Westerly’s Misquamicut Beach, has six waterslides offering varying degrees of thrill, from the Giant Waterslides to the Little Dipper. Misquamicut Beach, Westerly. 401-3220520, waterwizzri.com >> Visit SoRhodeIsland.com/ SoSummer.html for more

A fun collection of

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Family fun at Adventureland in Narragansett

Formerly Clogs by Alexander’s

Hours Mon.-Sat. 10-9 Sun. 12-6

Located In Garden City Shopping Center Between Pinkberry and Victoria’s Secret

51 Hillside Road Cranston, RI 02920 401.305.5596

These Walls CAN Talk!

New Work From Artist Theresa Girard (gallerie ellipsis) 35 Franklin Street, Newport, RI July 7th-July 20th • www.tgirard.com SO Summer

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T r e e m Th m u of S

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South County’s Creative Side Get some arts and culture to go with your tan this summer Theatre by the Sea stages big musical productions all summer long. the 2014 season includes Grease (June 25 – July 19), Mary Poppins (July 23 – august 16) and Monty Python’s Spamalot (august 20 – september 7). 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield. 401782-8587, theatrebythesea.biz the Artists Cooperative Gallery of Westerly has a new exhibit by local artists every month, and hosts the Westerly-Pawcatuck arts stroll the first Wednesday of every month. 7 Canal St., Westerly. 401-596-2221, westerlyarts.com the Contemporary Theater Company stages unexpected and under-the-radar dramas and comedies in repertory, including two summertime farces: The Rescue and Noises Off. 327 Main St., Wakefield. 401-218-0282, thecontemporarytheater.com Westerly’s Granite Theatre is housed in a beautifully preserved historic building and will be staging a variety of plays this

summer, including a musical revue of plays that have gone from stage to screen and back again.

1 Granite St., Westerly. 401-5962341, granitetheatre.com the Jamestown Arts Center is part gallery, part performance space and part education center, offering drop-in art classes for kids, teens and adults. 18 Valley St., Jamestown. 401-6623839, jamestownartcenter.org the Fayerweather House is home to a craft guild that hosts weekly talks by a local artist, followed by a hands-on craft demonstration. 1859 Mooresfield Rd., Kingston. 401-789-9072, fayerweathercraftguild.com Westerly’s Colonial Theater is a founding member of the shakespeare theatre association of america, and performs the Bard’s Twelfth Night, or, What You Will in Wilcox Park from July 30-august 17. 3 Granite St. 401- 596-7909, thecolonialtheater.org

INJECTABLES & LASER THERAPIES

HEALING THERAPIES & AESTHETIC SERVICES

Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Facials, Chemical Peels & Waxing

Treat Yourself to Some Luxury Visit www.SpaByInspire.com or call (401) 284-4545 14 Woodruff Avenue | Suite Ten | Narragansett, Rhode Island 02882

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Art classes at the Jamestown Arts Center

Photography: Marylou Butler

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Local, organic, fresh produce from nearby farms Fresh, locally made cheeses, yogurt & pesto Organic vegan protein shakes Vitamins, Supplements & Herbs

Certified Organic, Grass-Fed Beef, New England raised Grass-Fed Lamb, Hormone & Nitrate -Free Pork, Local Chickens & Eggs New! Wellness Room Now Open!

Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Organic Body Waxing, Facials and more! Check schedule in store or online.

Organic Skincare & chemical-free Open Mon-Sat 9AM-7PM Sun 10AM-5PM sunscreen Eco-friendly Household products

at the

Pier

open for breakfast lunch and dinner oceanview dining outside and inside outside bar • Live music take out food available • private parties

Gluten Free Products

577 Kingstown Rd., Wakefield RI 401.789.2445 myfoodforthoughtri.com

CLOSER. FASTER. BETTER.

1 Beach Street • Narragansett, RI (401) 792-3999 www.oceaNSIdeatthepIeR.com

Stay in Beautiful Narragansett • • • •

Walk to the beach Great romantic getaway Freshly updated rooms Indoor swimming pool

Village Inn Hotel

& Conference Center > > > >

All physicians board-certified Patients seen by physicians within 30 minutes on average Only Primary Stroke Center in southern RI Seamless coordination with your primary care doctor

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT 100 Kenyon Avenue, Wakefield, RI 02879 401 788-1430 ~ www.schospital.com

One Beach St., Narragansett • www.v-inn.com • 401-783-6767

• Historic charm with modern amenities • Oceanview Suites with balconies and sitting areas • Short walk to the beach and shopping

Atlantic House

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Get Back to Nature covering over 8,300 acres located mainly in West Greenwich, only some of Big River Management Area’s trails have been mapped and named, which makes it difficult to navigate, but there are a lot more trails waiting out there to be discovered. Off Rt. 3, West Greenwich. 401-789-0281 as the state’s largest recreational area (14,000 acres), Arcadia Management Area features plenty of trails, including the Ben Utter trail, a 3.4-mile hike that ends at a small waterfall, and Breakheart Loop, a 6.3-mile trail that winds around a pond. 260 Arcadia Rd., Hope Valley. 401539-2356, riparks.com Burlingame State Campground’s 3,100 acres boast 755 campsites, 11 cabins and the vin Gormley trail, an 8.5-mile loop running around a pond. in addition, the audubon society’s

High-Speed Ferries from

Pt. Judith, Newport & Fall River Only 30 Minutes from Pt. Judith (Newport & Fall River Summers Only) Group Sales Available

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nearby Kimball Wildlife sanctuary, a 29-acre property, has trails connecting to the campground. Rt. 1, Charlestown. 401322- 7994, riparks.com the 230-acre John H. Chafee Nature Preserve features undeveloped stretches of shoreline, a seasonal seal population and a 2.5-mile hike that ends at a beach looking toward the Jamestown Bridge.

Boston Neck Rd., North Kingstown. 401-884-2010 (call Goddard Memorial Park office for info), riparks.com narragansett’s Fisherman’s Memorial Park provides recreation, tree-lined paths, fishing areas and campgrounds just minutes from several state beaches. 1101 Point Judith Rd. 401-789-8374, riparks.com nestled among 50 acres of towering pines, Whispering Pines Campground offers a true outdoor experience, but still boasts plenty of amenities like recreational activities, fishing, an on-site store and the always precious hot showers.

41 Saw Mill Rd., Hope Valley.

401-539-7011, whisperingpinescamping.com For the truly ambitious, the 77-mile North-South Trail starts at the atlantic ocean in southernmost Westerly and runs the entire length of the state to the Massachusetts border, passing through eight state wildlife management areas along the way. rigreenways.org

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Whether you’re hiking, camping or both, south county has plenty of open spaces

Catch A Good Time With The

FRANCES FLEET Nature/Whale Watching Trips!

Fam ily D ay Disc ount s!

July 1~ August 26 Tues., Thur., Fri. & Sat. 1 p.m.

Call for Reservations

FULL DAY FISHING: Sailing Daily Year Round Fluke • Cod • Scup Seabass • Blackfish

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner The ROOF top deck is OPEN

Great FUN! Great BAR!

1/2 DAY TRIPS:

May 24 ~ Sept. 1 2 Trips Daily A.M. & P.M.

4 Firewo th of July rks Cr Call fo uise more r info!

Full Schedule & Reservations Online!

Phil’s Main Street Grille

NIGHT STRIPERS:

Wed, Thur, Fri & Sat Sailing 7 P.M.

401.783.4988 • 33 State Street, Narragansett www.FrancesFleet.com • FrancesFlt@aol.com

AutheNtIc

INdIAN cuSINe In A Casual Setting

323 Main Street, Wakefield 401-783-4073 • philsmainstreetgrille.com

Rhode Island’s Specialist in Antique & Estate Jewelry Expert buyers, sellers and appraisers for over 30 years.

We’ll buy the jewelry, diamonds and watches you no longer wear.

Largediamonds diamonds, our specialty. Always buying gold and silver.

Large Immediate payment. Call for a FREE consultation.

Or stop in Tuesday – Saturday. No appointment necessary.

Lunch Service Monday-Sunday (daily) 12PM-4PM

Dinner Service Monday-Sunday (daily) 4PM-10PM

1 Beach Street, Narragansett (Inside the Village Inn)

(401) 363-9988 • maharajari.com

We also offer an extensive collection of vintage and antique pieces.

Visit our website to see a sample.

Buyers, Sellers and Appraisers of Estate Jewelry 3228 Post Road, Historic Apponaug Village, Warwick (800) 910-4869 or (401) 738-0511 placejewellers.com Lic.#92365 SO Summer

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IT ONLY TAKES St. Andrew’s is an independent day and boarding school with a highly supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to be themselves and try out who they are through arts, athletics, academics and activities. The result is confident young people who know how to negotiate any room and can navigate the world.

Classes of 10 to 12 students Grades 6 -12 & Postgraduate (PG) Learn more at www.standrews-ri.org

LYME DISEASE GETS YOU WHEN YOU’RE NOT LOOKING. PREvENT LYME DISEASE: REPEL TICKS

• 20% DEET on skin • Permethrin on clothing

2014-2015 Admissions open House dAtes

CHECK fOR TICKS IN THE SHOWER.

sun., november 2 • 1 pm - 3pm sat., January 10 • 10 am - 12 pm thurs. and Fri., February 19 & 20 9 am - 12 pm thurs., April 23 • 9 am - 12 pm sat., may 16 • 10 am - 12 pm

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Keep Moving stay active and explore south county by land, water or air

Land

Narragansett Bikes boasts a top selection of gear, as well as rentals and a full calendar of group rides and classes. 922 Boston Neck Rd. 401-782- 4444, nbxbikes.com Coastal Biking Adventures arranges multi-day luxury bike trips around the area that can include wine tastings, lighthouse tours, nature hikes and more. 36 Gibson Ave., Narragansett. 401783-0529, coastalbikingadventures.com

Water

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With locations in Wickford and charlestown, the Kayak Centre of Rhode Island offers gear for sale or rent, plus lessons, demos, guided tours and group events. 9 Phillips St., Wickford.

562 Charlestown Beach Rd., Charlestown. 888-SEA-KAYAK, kayakcentre.com in addition to more land-lubbing bike and scooter rentals, Gansett Rides will get you out on the water with jet ski rentals that you can launch from the nearby state Pier #5. 145

Boon St., Narragansett. 401363-9550, gansettrides.com Learn from the pros at Peter Pan Surfing Academy with daily lessons at narragansett town Beach. the academy also offers instruction in standup paddleboarding. 401-5750003, peterpansurfingacademy.vpweb.com

Air

operating out of newport airport (which is actually in Middletown), Skydive Newport offers tandem skydives with experienced instructors – the only way to jump out of a plane in rhode island and live to tell the tale. 211 Airport Access Road, Middletown. 401-845-0393, skydivenewport.com take in the sights of rhode island from above – way above.

Bird’s Eye View Helicopters offers sunset tours, lighthouse tours, views of the newport Mansions and more. 211 Airport Access Road, Middletown. 401843-8687, riaerial.com >> Visit SoRhodeIsland.com/SoSummer.html for more

Skydive Newport offers a view from the top

It’s the burning question on every hungry diner’s mind.

Fresco on Main Street in East Greenwich and their newest location on Comstock Parkway in Western Cranston never disappoints any foodie! Whether it’s a night out with the girls (or boys) or a quiet dinner for two you will leave either location smiling.

The atmosphere is warm and inviting...and mirrors the wait staff; the dining room is a calming space which is romantically lit for those not in the mood to be in the bustling bar. You can make reservations on line and even request where you want to be seated.

The menu is an eclectic mix of Italian oriented selections. Once seated, you are served a hot, freshly baked loaf of Italian bread accompanied with a peppery olive oil and grated parmesean poured into a saucer as opposed to traditional butter. The notable wine list boasts over 40 wines by the glass.

Fresco’s appetizers are numerous, ranging from $8 to $14, offering something that will appeal to every taste preference - especially if you are a seafood lover; the salads are fresh and creative and let’s not forget their signature Wood Grilled Pizzas!

The entree menu features pastas, risottos, meat, poultry and fish - with a price range from half orders of pasta at $8 to a Grilled Veal Chop for $24; and every Thursday the line is out the door for their exclusive, fresh, 1 pound Swordfish Chops.

As a footnote, always leave room for dessert! Fresco has a made to order Seasonal Fruit Tart and Fresco’s house made Chocolate Lava Cake to name a few.

For an evening of Italian home cooking try Fresco’s sister restaurant on West Shore Road in Warwick, Di Vine.

I would give it five forks.

Price Range $8 -$24

Where should we eat dinner tonight?

Fresco 301 Main St., East Greenwich (401) 398-0027 frescori.com Fresco 140 Comstock Pkwy, Western Cranston (401) 228-3901 frescori.com DiVine 2317 West Shore Rd., Warwick (401) 921-3300 divineri.com

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Tented outdoor pavilion • driving range Mini golf • indoor/outdoor seating • ice cream depot

Russ’

Ocean State Harley-Davidson

®

Sales | Service | Parts | Accessories | Merchandise

Don’t Just SEE the Ocean State.....

IMMERSE yourself in it.

2 Great Locations: 5 Albany Road Warwick, RI (401)781-6866

Friday nightS through ColuMbuS day outdoor bbQ & CLassiC Car Cruise Enjoy A Great BBq On The Greens, Tented Pavillon, Covered Patio

Having an event? We Cater!

435 Nooseneck Hill Rd Exeter, RI (401)392-1162

SundayS MeMorial day to labor day Lobster & steak fry dinners

Custom Ocean State T-Shirts Available Now!

Lobster Boil • Surf & Turf Boil • Raw Bar Steamers • Ice Cream • Kids Menu

15 Frontier Road, Hopkinton • 401-377-9900 www.pavilionsteakhouse.com

OceanStateHD.com We invite you to Come Play!

Providing Physical and Occupational Therapy to All of Southern Rhode Island RING FFE E O NOW ASSAG Y M RAP THE

Now under NeW ownership Formerly Woodland Greens Golf Club

9 Hole semi-private Club all Welcome • memberships available

SUMMER IS A BALL. DON’T LET PAIN KEEP YOU FROM PLAYING We Treat the Following Conditions:

Orthopedic and Neurological Conditions • Sports, Work & Auto Injuries Osteoporosis & Arthritis • Post Surgical Care • Vertigo & Balance Training Pain Management • Carpal Tunnel and Overuse • Sprains

140 Point Judith Road, A13 Narragansett • 401-792-0900 info@barlowrehab.com • www.barlowrehab.com

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League Play

Daily Tee Times

Outings & Events Banquets

Full service Pub and Grill

Monday – Friday Specials Call 294-2872 for tee times

655 Old Baptist Road, North Kingstown 401-294-2872 • golf@kingscrossinggolfclub.com www.kingscrossinggolfclub.com

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Don’t Miss the Boat Get out on the water with charter fishing, mini-cruises and boat rentals running four vessels out of the fishing hamlet of Galilee (narragansett), Frances Fleet offers half-day, full-day, night and overnight extended trips, as well as whale watching. 33 State St., Narragansett.

401-783-4988, francesfleet.com also operating out of Galilee, Seven B’s V offers daily (and year-round) deep sea fishing aboard an 80’ custom fishing yacht with a full galley serving breakfast and lunch. Dock RR, Port of Galilee, Narragansett.

401-789-9250, sevenbs.com Snug Harbor Marina and fullservice tackle shop does it all, from selling gear and bait, to booking charter boats, to running fishing competitions, including its annual shark tournament, in which over $25,000 was awarded last year. 410 Gooseberry Rd., Wakefield. 401783-7766, snugharbormarina.com Royal Crustacean Charters, and its 42’ sailboat Victoria, offer

guests a variety of options, including full-day cruises, a sunset dinner cruise, and a weekend sail to Block island for two. Norton’s Marina, 3 Division St., East Greenwich. 401-742-3978, royalcrustaceancharters.com Rhode Island Bay Cruises invites guests aboard the 400-passenger Millennium for a 90-minute, 30-mile scenic cruise past ten lighthouses, through newport Harbor and under both the Jamestown and newport Bridges. 1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown (Quonset Point). 401-295-4040, rhodeislandbaycruises.com Enjoy the pleasures of boating without the burden of ownership with Wickford Boat Rentals, which maintains a full fleet of late model motorboats. 1 Phillips St., Wickford. 401-295-0050, wickfordboatrentals.com >> Visit SoRhodeIsland.com/ SoSummer.html for more

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What’s In a Name?

In your travels through southern Rhode Island, you’re likely to encounter plenty of unofficial names for places. Even the name “South County” is itself a colloquial creation, encompassing most of Washington County, and one town each from Kent and Newport Counties. You’ll also hear lots of references to “towns” that don’t seem to exist in any official sense. Locals may direct you to strange places, like Galilee, Wyoming and Usquepaugh, that will confuse and confound your GPS. That is because many of the towns in South County are actually collections of small villages that were later incorporated into larger municipalities. Here is a handy guide to help you find your way.

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