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the Magic & beauty of The Preserve Sporting Club & Residences goes far beyond the architecture and amenities at the property. What is special about The Preserve, is that it has a sense of place like no other. Your personal adventure awaits.From the beginning, Paul Mihalidies’ vision was to create the best and most amenity rich lifestyle community in the country. This goal has been recognized across the globe and was named “One of Eight Most Exclusive Private Clubs in the US” by CSQ and “Arguably the Finest Sporting Club in America” by Forbes. The Preserve is a destination that families can enjoy now, and for future generations. With more than 3,500 acres, this stunning setting allows families to put technology aside, and establish bonds with their loved ones. We also have a strong commitment to be good stewards of the land, an important value for us to help instill in our children and grandchildren.
Memories created at a Preserve residence can last beyond a lifetime. Traditions just like buildings themselves can be lovingly created, a wonderful legacy, to be shared and passedMeaningfuldown. time together is the greatest gi we can give, and we’re happy to offer The Preserve as the place to make that happen. Whether you join us for a leisure stay, as a member or a homeowner, we thank you for being part of The Preserve family. & Book
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Ocean House adds dinner service to outdoor venues. by Elizabeth Keyser 64 Surf's Up Guests of all ages and skill levels enjoy surfing and paddling experiences. by Kim Kavin
68 Local Flavor Weekapaug Inn debuts new culinary delights and outdoor offerings. by Elizabeth Keyser 72 Luxe Spa is the Balm Award-winning Ocean & Harvest Spa adds new treatments for relaxation and rejuvenation. by Kim Kavin 74 Family Time Watch Hill Inn’s amenities and locale make it a home away from home. by Judy Ostrow 78 Watch Hill Windmills Once a necessary part of town life, these structures came with the view. by Captain Jack Spratt 80 Magical Forest Experience the surrounding abundance of Preserve Sporting Club & Residences. by Owen McDonald 84 The Big Day Two couples property-widehostedweddings at Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn. by Kim Kavin 90 The Spring & Summer Annual Make the most of your visit with our full calendar of offerings and events.
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Top Row Ocean House: Surfing is one of the resort activities at the beach. Watch Hill Inn: The Admiral Suite is built for entertaining and can sleep 10. Bottom Row Weekapaug Inn: Executive Chef Andrew Brooks introduces new coastal dining experiences. Preserve Sporting Club & Residences: At The Preserve Equestrian Training Stables, there are personalized riding programs for guests.
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20 Welcome Letter 22 Social Network Take a look back at special events and exceptional moments captured on Instagram. 29 Insider Our employees share memorable vacations, travel tips and upcoming getaways. by Elizabeth Hole 34 Treasure Hunt
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39 New Developments Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn welcome pets with a new PawPerfect Program.
43 Area Guide Experience the sights, shopping and dining nearby and in neighboring towns. by Elizabeth Hole 58 Creative Cuisine
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WELCOME photography by CHIP RIEGEL Spring & AwakeningSummer A new season is here, along with exciting concepts, new adventures and unparalleled guest experiences. 20 OHCOLLECTION.COM principals Ocean House Hotel Partners president + managing director Dant Hirsch group publisher/sales director Karen Kelly-Micka editorial director Ben Tomek editor Elizabeth Hole senior art director Garvin Burke production director Tim Carr assistant art director Lisa Servidio contributing writers Kim OwenElizabethKavinKeyserMcDonaldJudyOstrow contributing photographers Chip ReinhardRiegelSokol president Jonathan W. Moffly chief revenue officer Andrew Amill vice president/business Elena V. Moffly group publisher/sales director Karen Kelly-Micka moffly custom media 205 Main Street, Westport, CT 06880 telephone: 203-222-0600 fax: 203-222-0937 email: mail@MofflyCustomMedia.com © 2022 Ocean House, Weekapaug Inn and Preserve Sporting Club & Residences magazines are published by Moffly Custom Media. all rights reserved. The material in this publication may not be reproduced in any manner, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Moffly Custom Media. Editorial suggestions may be forwarded to the publisher, who assumes no liability for the safety or return of unsolicited art, photographs or manuscripts. To renew or change your address, please email us at communications@oceanhouseri.com Above: Hirsch with wife Ana Maria and son AllDearHayden.Friends,ofusatOcean House Collection hope that you and yours had a safe winter season. A new season of renewal—in many ways—is now upon us, and our Five-Star teams are geared up to provide guests the most unforgettable spring and summer yet. The most exciting new developments are in the areas of extraordinary culinary experience. In the pages that follow we explore many new dining options at both Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn, including the new Mexican and Mediterranean restaurant concepts at the Ocean House beach and Seaside Terrace, from Chef Dantón Valle. Chef and our dedicated operations team are shaping new menus and bringing to life dinner service at these venues for the very first time. The cuisine has immense depth and flavor that will surprise and enthrall guests old and new. Meanwhile, Executive Chef Andrew Brooks continues a rich tradition of culinary excellence at Weekapaug Inn, debuting new menus and bespoke ways to enjoy the bounty of the coastline. We also take a fresh look at the unique accommodations of Watch Hill Inn, our Collection’s familyforward offering in the heart of Watch Hill. The property is ideal for families and other groups of relatives and friends, and we highlight ways guests can make the most of their visit to our charming New England coastal village. We continue to highlight other unique experiences and stories from our hotels as well—from surf and fun at the Ocean House beach to new opportunities for adventure at Preserve Sporting Club & Residences, and revolutionary new treatments and rejuvenating pleasures found at the Forbes Five-Star Ocean & Harvest Spa at Ocean House. Lastly, we’re thrilled that larger weddings and celebrations are back, sharing the story of two couples’ stunning nuptials at Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn. Please enjoy this latest issue, and I look forward to welcoming you as our guest in the season ahead. Yours in hospitality,
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The Inn’s natural setting allows for peaceful views and plenty of rest and relaxation. No matter what season it is, the Inn is a scenic spot to enjoy fine cuisine, resort amenities and outdoor adventures.
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Happy Trails Riders saddle up for guided horseback tours and explore scenic trails around the property.
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What’s your favorite Relais & Châteaux property? Château d’Artigny—just south of Paris. I was there three years ago and had a fabulous time! Where are you headed on your next trip? Probably to Corsica, an island in the South of France. Name your go-to song lists for a long trip.
Tell us about your role at Weekapaug Inn. Since September 2021, I’ve served as Director of Food and Beverage, working directly with Executive Chef Andrew Brooks and his team as well as the entire dining room team. Given your job in luxury hospitality, how do you choose where to vacation? As I often engage with guests, I write down the name of a suggested destination and the best time of year to visit.
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Describe a favorite vacation. Last summer, I did a great road trip in Italy with a fabulous car. Italian, of course. Red of course. What’s your travel-related guilty pleasure? I enjoy good food, so I might extend my stay just to try a recommended restaurant.
Must-have travel item? My phone, to take pictures everywhere I go. Plus, everything is in it: Google maps, Google for information about the sites, and the translator app is helpful, too.
Where is your hometown and what's the best thing about it? I come from a city in the eastern part of France called Nancy (about a two-hour drive from Paris). It is the hometown of the Art Nouveau architectural movement from the early 1900s. There is also a gorgeous square considered the most beautiful in France. It’s called “Place Stanislas.”
The Beach, which was shot in Thailand close to Phuket. I listened to the soundtrack while walking that beach. Wow, I still have goosebumps!
3. Calogero: a contemporary French singer who writes beautiful melodies with awesome lyrics. Finish this sentence: A sensational travel experience always includes… The discovery of a new place, different culture (history, food, wine) and memorable sites.
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2. Michael Jackson—any of his music. I met him at L’Orangerie, the restaurant I managed for many years in Los Angeles. I was able to talk with him one-on-one, so I cherish this memory.
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Where are your top travel spots for food and wine? I left France when I was young, so I go there regularly. The variety offered in different parts of France with wines, cheese and regional dishes is fantastic. You can enjoy great wines in Bordeaux, fresh seafood in Brittany and amazing cheeses with culinary specialties in every single city.
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Name the must-haves in your carry-on bag. Phone, AirPods and the “in case they lose my luggage” outfit. I lost my luggage once, and it took three days to get it. Never will I ever land without a back-up outfit.
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Tell us about your role at Watch Hill Inn. As the Manager of Watch Hill Inn, I oversee the daily operations of the Inn, as well as its associates, and most importantly, our guests. My biggest responsibility is to ensure our guests are having a wonderful experience and creating unforgettable memories! How do you choose your vacation destinations? Younger Shannan would have said anywhere with a beach! Nowadays, with children in tow, we choose places with fun activities, convenient dining and family accommodations.
What’s your favorite Relais & Châteaux property? Favorite I have stayed at: Weekapaug Inn. However, my bucket list Relais & Châteaux property is Lake Placid Lodge in the Adirondacks, New York. Do you have any special music for long trips? I love music. My go-to playlist right now is majority '90’s to 2000’s hip-hop and pop. Finish this sentence: A sensational travel experience always includes… Family! What are your best tips for packing wisely? I have overpacked, underpacked, and thrown everything in a bag at the last minute. This has taught me to pack early and sensibly— but when in doubt, pack the bathing suit! Better to have it and not use it, than need it and not have it!
What's the best thing about living in Stonington, CT? I love the borough and all the history, the simplicity, restaurants, views, shops, waterfront and museums. I could go on and on!
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Describe a favorite vacation. Scotland. I got to travel through Glasgow up to the highland of Loch Lomond, stopping in Edinburgh and Sterling, touring castles along the way. It was incredible. What’s your travel-related guilty pleasure? Fish and chips! The best I've had are at Waxy O’Connor’s in Glasgow, Scotland. Also, I never leave a place without purchasing a souvenir magnet. Where are you headed on your next trip? France. We promised our children we’d take them anywhere they want when they graduate high school. Our two oldest picked France. We’re planning a 10-day trip from Paris to Normandy. Name the top places on your travel bucket list. Norway. I want to witness the Aurora Borealis firsthand. I also want to visit the western side of Ireland, traveling shoreline to mountain side.
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Where’s your hometown and the best thing thing about it? My hometown lies in the Catskills mountains of New York. Walton is a quaint blue-collar town of 3,000 residents where the outdoors is a way of life. I grew up hunting and fly fishing with my family. When I wasn’t indulging in the outdoors, I was learning to fly from the many small country airstrips that dot the rural New York landscape. What’s the most interesting thing you’ve seen on a trip?
Tell us about your role at The Preserve's new MedSpa… I am thrilled to partner with Paul Mihailides on this premier destination in Ocean House Collection. Oceanside Medical at the OH! Spa is the marriage of two lifestyle brands that allow our guests to prioritize relaxation with the unique style of wellness medicine. As medical director, I have the opportunity to offer the latest in wellness and aesthetic medicine along with a personalized approach to help patients understand the miracle of their bodies and become their best selves. What is your philosophy on health and wellness? I believe in moderationbalance,andself-care. It is supremely important to take time to reconnect with the body and spirit.
1) An excellent book. I am currently reading Aesthetic Intelligence by Pauline Brown. 2) My laptop. Unfortunately, even a little relaxation comes with a need to be connected.
Diving in the West Caicos Marine National Park off the coast of Turks and Caicos. The underwater scenery was breathtaking, but what struck me was the proximity to the continental shelf. The depths of the dives are usually in the 60-foot range, but to see the drop-offs into the thousands of feet is unforgettable.
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Dr.McAteerKristina vibe of Key West and the wonderful restaurants and opportunities to play in the ocean. Our go-to destination to cut loose and engage in our favorite past-time, competitive sailboat racing, is Palma de Majorca. The Mediterranean is blessed with picturesque vistas, warm sea breezes and some of the world's most competitive racing. What’s your travel-related guilty pleasure? To travel sans children. I value my time with my family above all, but a chance for an intimate getaway with my husband is essential to keep our peace of mind due to our demanding professions.
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3) ZO Skin Heath Daily Power Defense. It is a powerful moisturizing antioxidant serum designed to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles and to promote overall skin health. Favorite getaways to relax and to be active? For relaxation, my husband and I enjoy the eclectic Medical Director, Oceanside Medical at The Preserve
Finish this sentence: A sensational travel experience always includes… The opportunity to indulge in a strong workout, followed by a day at the spa. What are your top three vacation essentials?
Name the one place that tops your travel bucket list. My dream would be to explore the Italian coastline under sail with a destination in the little town of Portofino on the Italian Riviera.
FindsChic Shop our latest favorites in the resort boutiques MembershipPreserve Get access to The Preserve’s luxurious spa, Double Barrel Kitchen and other fine dining on the range. Single: $750; Couple: $1,000. Gift Card Ocean CollectionHousegift cards are available at the denomination of your choice. Well Seasoned Add a pinch of salt to any meal or formal affair. COAST Salt Cellar by Sip your tea or favorite coffee blend in this lovely speckled mug. Ocean House Ceramic Mug, $20. TREASURE HUNT photography by CHIP RIEGEL DirectionFashionable Compass Rose Necklace created for Ocean House by Maggie Lee Designs. Rose gold with 14k gold chain. atavailable,combinationsVariousstarting$1,080.
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Thanks to a new PawPerfect Program, four-legged friends can join their owners for a resort stay. With a pet fee, well-mannered dogs 50 pounds and under are welcome at Ocean House, while Weekapaug Inn will allow dogs 70 pounds and less. Fido will be greeted with treats and a toy, and when it's nap time, he can rest his head on a designer dog bed by Annie Selke. For added pup pampering, you can arrange dog walking, pet sitting and a special in-room menu. There are even opportunities for doggy swims on the beach.
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T hey say confidence is the most beautiful thing a person can wear. It’s a poetic expression that captures an essential truth: how we look profoundly influences how we feel, and vice versa. Spa treatments have tapped into this junction of aesthetics and fitness for millennia using massage, heat, the healing powers of water and essential oils to improve circulation and oxygenation to rejuvenate. It’s utterly wonderful, yet the fact is we’ve come a lot further.Inthe 21st century, experienced medical doctors are teaming up with highly trained aestheticians and taking personal renewal in new directions with FDA-approved techniques that complement the relaxation of a spa day, turning it into a glowing new phase of self-confidence.Citizensofthe world are known to fly 24-hours just to experience the Forbes Five-Star rated OH! Spa at Ocean House, and The Preserve Sporting Club & Residences, just miles away, shares the distinction of having its only sister spa on the planet. Only a handful of resorts worldwide have such top-notch spas. Among these elite, Oceanside Medical at The Preserve now offers a spa experience unlike any other. A New You for 2022 With everyone needing the ultimate spa getaway in 2022, The Preserve is taking the entire concept to another level, introducing Oceanside Medical to OH! Spa at The Preserve. Set deep in the lush woods of Richmond, Rhode Island, it’s the supreme retreat for mind-body health. Guests can relax and rejuvenate in luxury at the Hilltop Lodge at The Preserve and recover from their procedures while surrounded byOceansidenature.
Dr. McAteer’s favorite medical-grade treatment of late is the EMSCULPT NEO system using High Intensity Focused electromagnetic energy to tighten and sculpt loose skin, and to build muscle with non-invasive pulses that have transformative effects for those needing a lift.“I'm very committed to providing a whole body of experience,” she says. “What we want to do is work with metabolism, physiology, dietary choices, meditation and more, helping you build healthy habits that go into daily choices, allowing you to live your most optimized life.”
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Cox, Spa Director of OH! Spa at The Preserve, notes that spa packages and experiences are reaching a new level of personalization and customization this spring and summer so that guests of the sumptuous Hilltop Lodge—where the spa is located—can be totally immersed.
Guests can create their personalized spa retreat, enjoy dining on the breathtaking terrace from delicious healthy choices at the White Birch Café, and never leave the hotel if theyAswish.experiences go, Oceanside Medical at The Preserve is that rare combination of something enjoyable that is also extremely good for you. From services that made OH! Spa a destination for globetrotting glitterati, to new Oceanside Medical treatments that bring out hidden youth, guests booking a weekend at Oceanside Medical depart totally revitalized and ready for the good life.
• Trimlaze Lipo (a minimally-invasive laser body contouring treatment for fat loss/ •lipolysis)Blepharoplasty procedure combines subdermal radiofrequency energy with our Agnes device as well as radiofrequency and ultrasound energy on the surface we can shrink herniated fat pads to regain the natural shape of the eye as well as tighten the skin to help lift sagging lids and minimize under eye circles.
• The AQUAGOLD system employing goldplated needles to stimulate collagen production
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• Reviva laser skin resurfacing, a form of “photo rejuvenation” for tone and laxity
Medical at The Preserve is supervised by Dr. Kristina McAteer, an amiable and highly experienced physician who in recent years is devoting more of her focus to wellness, restoring a feeling of youth and bringing out an inner youthfulness that clients need help revealing.“Foryears there have been yoga retreats or meditation retreats, and while that may be helpful for the mind and body, it doesn't offer the aesthetic aspects of health,” McAteer says. Oceanside Medical unites the pleasures of outdoor life with the medical-grade spa treatments known to improve not only underlying health and wellness, but outward appearance—and confidence. Inspired by her work at Oceanside Aesthetics, her aesthetic medical practice in nearby Warwick, Rhode Island, Dr. McAteer is offering a thoughtfully curated selection of medicalgrade spa treatments from peels to injectables, including:•CO2Fractional
• Hydro Spa MD for medical grade microdermabrasion-like facials using hydrating
• IV nutrition under medical supervision
It sounds flawless, and it is just that. All of this is available now from Oceanside Medical at The Preserve.
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“We try to think outside the box and create experiences,” Cox says. “Our guests who come to the Preserve not only want unmatched activities and spa, but they also want an unforgettable experience.”
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Babcock-Smith Museum Built in 1734, this Georgian mansion became a museum in 1972. Today, this Westerly landmark hosts historical lectures and seasonal boutiques throughout the year. 124 Granite St., Westerly, RI; babcocksmithhouse.org Mashantucket Pequot Museum This museum and research center shares the history and culture of the Mashantucket Pequot tribe. With 85,000 square feet of exhibitions, dioramas and films, there’s plenty to see.
Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge Commune with nature while you hike in this wildlife refuge, which is only one of five in the state. The diverse landscape sits on an 858-acre property with swamps, grasslands and a coastal salt pond. Birdwatchers can observe over 250 species of birds. 50 Bend Rd., Charlestown, RI; fws.gov Wickford Village Between the preserved colonial village and oldest wooden lighthouse, Wickford is a walking history lesson. Admire the seaside locale while taking advantage of the modern shops and restaurants as well. 55 Brown St., North Kingstown, RI; histwick.org Museums
14 orgwatchhilllighthousekeepers.Rd.,LighthouseWesterly,RI; Theater & Music Chorus of Westerly One of the state’s leading orchestral and music performing arts centers, The Chorus of Westerly has performed major works for the community and beyond for more than 60 years. Wilcox Park, Westerly, RI; chorusofwesterly.org Eugene O’Neill Theater Center Since 1964, this theater has produced influential musicals and plays. Known as the “Launchpad of American Theater,” the center has received two Tony awards and a National Medal of Arts from President Obama. 305 Great Neck Rd., Waterford, CT; theoneill.org Goodspeed Opera House
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75 Greenmanville Ave. Mystic, mysticseaport.orgCT; Tomaquag Indian Museum Celebrating communitiestribalfrom Southern New England, the museum has plans to open a new facility in 2023. The expanded space will be located on 18 acres of land owned by the University of Rhode Island. 390 Summit Rd., Exeter, RI; tomaquagmuseum.org
DestinationsHistoric Benefit Street’s “Mile of History” Take in haunts and history on Benefit Street, known as “the most haunted street in Rhode Island.” Stroll by the preserved colonial homes and consider an after-dark ghost tour—if you dare. Benefit St., Providence, RI; visitrhodeisland.com
Mystic Museum of Art Serving the community for more than 100 years, this Water Street institution features curated exhibits as well as works by the painters of Mystic’s former artist colony. The museum aims to “deliver aexperiencestransformativewitharttobroadercommunity.”
Watch Hill Lighthouse & Museum
This historic lighthouse was built in the early 1800s after the first one was destroyed by a storm. Today, it’s protected by the Watch Hill Lighthouse Keepers Association. Visitors can enjoy a scenic walk to the property and explore the museum.
The magnificent opera house’s main stage is in East Haddam, with a second stage in Chester that comprises Goodspeed’s campus. Since 1963, it has produced over 250 musicals, 70 world premieres and Above: Next to the gallery at Avondale Arts, OMO Jewels carries clothing, accessories and gifts.
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Experience the sights, shopping, dining and entertainment nearby and in neighboring towns. There’s a little something for everyone.
Newport Mansions Visit the lavish “summer cottages” of Newport, built by captains of industry during the Gilded Age. From the extravagantVanderbilt’sBreakers home to the chateau-inspired Elms mansion, there is grandeur around every corner. Visit the website for the tour schedule. Newport, newportmansions.orgRI;
9 Water St., Mystic, mysticmuseumofart.orgCT; Mystic Seaport Museum This maritime museum, which has more than 500 historical vessels, is appropriately situated on 19 acres along the Mystic River. There’s also a planetarium for visitors to stargaze and learn how the skies once guided sailors.
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J. Russell Jinishian Gallery Known for fine marine art, the gallery features everything from coastal landscapes and marine sculptures to 18th-century paintings. The owner—a leading art authority—is a former Director of the Mystic Maritime Gallery at Mystic Seaport Museum. 152 Water St., Stonington, CT; comjrusselljinishiangallery.
Lily Pad Gallery Owner Wivi-Anne Weber, Ph.D, has run this Bay Street gallery for more than 30 years. Whether a client is looking for impressionism, realism or the abstract, Lily Pad has just the right piece. 1 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; lilypadgallery.com
FOOD BEVERAGE& Casual Upscale Bouchard Restaurant & Inn This Newport eatery and inn has been serving fine French cuisine for over 20 years. Nestled along Thames Street, it appeals to sophisticated palates in a romantic setting. 505 Thames St., Newport, RI; bouchardnewport.com Bridge Besides comfort food and a weekend brunch, Bridge serves a variety of seafood, sandwiches, vegetarian dishes and gluten-free options. The best part? Being seated above the Pawcatuck River. 37 Main St., Westerly, RI; bridgeri.com COAST Admire the views at this Forbes Five-Star rated Ocean House gem, considered one of the “World’s Best has a full menu and a wide selection of brews. 105 latitude41coastalgourmetct.com/Ave.,GreenmanvilleMystic,CT; Olympia Tea Room Since 1916, this family-owned treasure has been serving up “locally sourced food and the most generous cocktails in Watch Hill” to locals and visitors alike. Diners come for the “elegantly simple” food as well as picture-perfectthesunsets.
74 Bay St., Watch olympiatearoom.comHill, The Restaurant at Weekapaug Inn Expanding fine dining with a daily chef’s tasting menu using nearby farms and local waters, The Restaurant at Weekapaug Inn has a full warmin-seasoncarefullydiningexperience.”“farm-and-sea-to-tableTheInn’smainvenuefeaturesacuratedmenuofdishesservedinaandinvitingsetting. 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly, RI; weekapauginn.com Spain of Narragansett
Twelve friends started Salt Marsh Opera in 2000, after bonding over the fun they had each year hosting opera parties. During the summer season, this Stonington venue hosts Opera in the Park, Music at the Lighthouse and Broadway on the Lawn. 65 Cutler Street, Stonington, CT; saltmarshopera.org Theatre By The Sea This summer, Billy Hanney’s Theatre By The Sea features the following productions: Million Dollar Quartet, Footloose, Cinderella and Kinky Boots. Housed in a charming barn, the property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield, theatrebythesea.comRI; ART Avondale Arts/OMO Jewels Learn to paint, do needlecraft or attend a lecture at this art gallery and boutique. You can also shop in OMO Jewels for unique gifts, accessories and handcrafted jewelry. 95 Watch Hill Rd., Westerly, RI; avondalearts.com The Charlestown Gallery Catch striking new works at this artist-owned gallery. The owners, who focus on fine contemporary art, showcase everything from sculpture and paintings to photography and art-class jewelry. 5000 S County Trail, Charlestown charlestowngalleryri.comRI;
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Latitude 41° Restaurant Sample new American cuisine at this seafood eatery, scenically situated along the Mystic shore. Go for classics like clam chowder, fresh catches and lobster. Their laid-back Shipyard Tavern
Above: On The Water, Boston by Jack Keledjian, Lily Pad Gallery
Below: Diners at Bridge restaurant are seated above the Pawcatuck River.
Billed as “a little theatre with a big heart,” this Westerly theatre presents eight musicals, plays and comedy specials throughout the year. The restored church setting enhances the experience. One Granite St., Westerly, RI; granitetheatre.com Salt Marsh Opera
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All aboard! Step back in time as you enjoy a four-course meal from the comfort of a restored Pullman dinner car. With spectacular views of the Connecticut River, the 2 ½-hour experience is even more memorable. essexsteamtrain.com
A family-owned restaurant, this Spanish staple has been
Waterfront Restaurants” by CNN Traveler. Diners are taken on a culinary journey, as they indulge in a prix-fixe, four-course menu created with the freshest flavors of the season. 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, RI; oceanhouseri.com Engine Room Come for a burger and beer and kick back at this rustic eatery with a lively crowd. As the name suggests, the restaurant is housed in an old marine engine building. 14 Holmes St., Mystic, CT; engineroomct.com Essex Clipper Dinner Train
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More than 20 years ago, Sandra Lashway left a career in home economics and education to join the Clarke team. She is expertise personified. Ask her anything about cooking and how to create your functional, beautiful kitchen. Boston & Milford, MA • South Norwalk, CT 800-842-5275 • clarkeliving.com
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Spend an hour at a Clarke Showroom and one thing is clear: your time with a Clarke Consultant is the most valuable part of your kitchen journey. While they’re not designers, these are the people designers call on when it comes to appliance recommendations. You won’t buy anything at Clarke, so there’s simply no pressure. What you can do is compare more Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove models than anywhere in New England. Explore a living portfolio of kitchens created by the region’s top designers. You will leave inspired with new knowledge to make your appliance selections with confidence.
Pizzeria Longo Everything here is prepared with fresh, local ingredients, and the dishes are meant to be shared. Try a delicious variety like chicken Francese, cavatelli Bolognese and coal-fired pizza done 20 different ways. 84 High St., Westerly, RI; pizzerialongo.com Japanese Johnny’s Peking Tokyo Everything is beautifully presented at Johnny’s, which serves up Japanese fusion and Asian cuisine. For sushi lovers, delicious handmade rolls are a hit. Non-seafood eaters can choose from teriyaki, hibachi, noodles and more. 12 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT; johnnysushibar. com Koi Japanese Cuisine
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Perro Salado Described as having a “fiesta-like energy,” Perro Salado serves New England fare with a twist. Dine in this historic maritime home and sample everything from lobster tacos to Caesar salad with jalapeno bacon and cotija cheese.
LOCAL GUIDE serving the Narragansett area since 1987. Foodies like the authentic dishes, while oenophiles like to peruse the extensive wine list and find the perfect pairing. 1144 Ocean spainri.comNarragansett,Rd.,RI; Stoneacre Brasserie Locals love the brunch at this friendly neighborhood French eatery. Fan favorites include the freshly baked scones, quiche and truffle egg toast. 28 Washington Sq., Newport, RI; stoneacrebrasserie.com
This popular Westerly destination has lunch deals like Bento boxes and sushi bar specials. Also on the menu are appetizing options such as hibachi, sushi and teriyaki. 65 High St., Westerly, comkoijapaneserestaurantri.RI;
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Mamma Luisa Ristorante Italiano This restaurantBologna-inspiredisnamedfor the real Mamma Luisa who ran a restaurant in Northern Italy. Since 1992, diners have been coming here for homemade pasta dishes like ricotta and spinach gnocchi or a classic spaghetti carbonara. 673 Thames St., Newport, RI; mammaluisa.com Mango’s Wood Fired Pizza Co. Dough is made from scratch for thin-crust pies at this Olde Mistick Village restaurant. Owned by two brothers, “the art of authentic pizza making” is in full effect. After dinner, stop by Mango’s Ice Cream across the street. 27 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT; mangospizza.com upbeat eatery also offers a salsa flight and a variety of delicious margaritas.
19 Charles St., Newport, RI; perrosalado.com
2 Canal St., Westerly, RI; amigosri.com Milagro Café Sip on spicy margaritas served with shaved ice at this colorful café, while perusing the innovative menu. You’ll find a fresh take on classics like Baja fish tacos, enchiladas verdes and chile relleno.
142 Water S., Stonington, CT; milagrocafe142.com
Above: Olympia Tea Room has been a popular Watch Hill establishment since 1916.
Italian Bravo Bravo Be sure to try signature dishes like pappardelle Bolognese and cacio e pepe at this contemporary Italian on Main Street. You’ll say “bravo bravo” to the house-made pastas, sauces and desserts.
Samurai Noodle Bar & Grill You can’t go wrong with ramen at this downtown noodle mecca. If you want to branch out, try Japanese curry, Asian barbecue and wash it down with a lychee or ginger martini. 27 West Main St., Mystic, CT; samurainoodlemystic.comFacebook: Mexican Amigo’s Taqueria & Tequila Serving authentic Mexican cuisine, Amigo’s has an array of savory fajitas, chimichangas and designyour-own taco options. This
Below: Everything is roasted in-house at Dave’s Coffee.
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The Candy Box After a ride on the Flying Horse carousel, walk over to this beloved Watch Hill candy shop. Sample the saltwater taffy and homemade fudge they still make the old-fashioned way—in a copper kettle. 14 Fort Rd., Watch Hill, RI; candyboxwatchhillInstagram: Dave’s Coffee Get your caffeine fix at Dave’s Coffee for sustainably farmed, small-batch coffees with fun names like Black Crow, Falcon and Quonnie. There’s also an espresso bar for signature lattes with high-quality flavors. 5193 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, davescoffee.comRI;
19 East Main St., Mystic, CT; bravobravoct.com
Dog Watch Café After a day at the beach, stop by this family-friendly café for salads, sandwiches, barbecue and surf and turf. You can also shop for Good Dog merchandise and apparel. 194 Water St., Stonington, dogwatchcafe.comCT; Matunuck Oyster Bar Don’t miss the sunset or the famed oysters at this premier seafood restaurant. Dine on farm-to-table oysterandpond-to-plateorselections,besuretotourthefarmtoseehow shrimp and grits. You’ll also find non-seafood selections like burgers, salads and flatbreads.
The Coast Guard House Besides NarragansettstunningBay views, this seafood oasis serves a feast of land and sea. A former U.S. Coast Guard station, the restaurant offers fresh anchor platters filled with oysters, littlenecks and shrimp—as well as a variety of steak and pasta options. 40 Ocean Rd., Narragansett, RI; comthecoastguardhouse.
1 Sayers Wharf, Newport, RI; mooringrestaurant.com Oyster Club Everything is locally sourced from farms and town fishermen at Mystic’s Oyster Club. Patrons love the ever-changing menu and top-rated oyster bar. Visit sister restaurants Engine Room and Grass & Bone Butcher Shop. 13 Water St., Mystic, CT; oysterclubct.com Red 36 A menu to please any palate, Red 36 is a waterfront eatery featuring everything from lobster rolls and fish tacos to
For healthy eating, you can’t do better than this plant-based spot for breakfast bowls, smoothies, custom juices and sandwiches. They also serve grain bowls with veggies, quinoa or rice, and you can add toppings like avocado, vegan tzatziki and kimchi.
2 West Main St., Mystic, commysticdrawbridgeicecream.CT;
Root, A Vegan Juice Bar & Eatery
Below: S&P Oyster Co. adds a South American twist to coastal cuisine.
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The owners of Beer’d “make craft beer accessible to everyone” with their seasonal flavors, Velvetisoutsmall-batchfavoritestried-and-trueandexperimental,brews.ChecktheBeer’dGarden,whichlocatedinsideAmericanMill. 22 Bayview Avenue, Stonington, beerdbrewing.comCT; shellfish, clams and steamers are harvested. 629 Succotash Rd., S Kingstown, rhodyoysters.comRI;
6 Broadway St., Newport, RI; rootonbroadway.com
SEAFOOD 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille For a refined dining experience, try the surf and turf menu at this this bustling harborside tavern. Foodies appreciate the global cuisine, while younger diners can choose from a children’s menu. Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI; 22bowens.com
This downtown Mystic delight and French patisserie bakes fresh breads, pastries, quiches and more. Owned by a husband-and-wife team, the duo has a seasonal menu and sources ingredients from local farmers.
1 Holmes St., Mystic, CT; sp-oyster.com Breweries & Vineyards Beer’d Brewing Company
LOCAL GUIDE Deviant Donuts Give in to the decadence of these always changing and delicious creations. From samoa and pb+j to limitededition donuts inspired by movies, these homemade delights are works of art. 27 Coogan Blvd., Building 6, Mystic, deviantdonuts.comCT; Hauser Chocolatier This Westerly chocolate shop has been making sweets in-house daily for more than 60 years. A family-owned operation, Hauser is known for premium truffles, assorted chocolates and more. 59 Tom Harvey Rd., Westerly, RI; CreamMystichauserchocolates.comDrawbridgeIce Just like they did in the 1800s, Mystic hand mixes all their ice cream to make unique flavors such as Kona coffee, Vermont maple nut and Southern peach. Or if you’re looking for something different, they also make soda floats, shakes and fruit smoothies.
The Mooring With harborside views, The Mooring serves “top-ofthe-catch seafood” out of the original New York Yacht Club building. Diners come for the “panoramic sunsets,” sophisticated surf and turf menu, and an awardwinning wine list.
5 Water St., Mystic, siftbakeshopmystic.comCT;
Above: The Coast Guard House has sweeping views of Narragansett Bay.
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2 Washington St., Mystic, CT; red36ct.com S&P Oyster Co. Embrace a little zest! Chef Cobena adds a South American spin to New England fare. Get the best of both worlds and order the seafood paella, a popular entrée with monkfish, shrimp, mussels, Spanish chorizo and bomba rice.
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Langworthy Farm Winery Langworthy Farm is both a winery and bed and breakfast, hosting tastings and various special events. It was built on the historic 1875 property of former Rhode Island Governor Samuel Ward. 308 Shore Rd., Westerly, RI; langworthyfarm.com Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sample estate-based wines in the Tasting Room while admiring this idyllic vineyard. Formerly the site of a farm and WWII-era airport, it was named one of the “Top 50 Most Romantic Venues in the U.S.” by Brides magazine. Be sure to come for their impressive line-up of live music, food trucks and fun events. 349 Elm Stonington,St., saltwaterfarmvineyard.comCT;
Above: Saltwater Farm Vineyard in Stonington has estate-based wines.
Cottrell Brewing Company Since 1997, this husbandand-wife team has aimed to “produce the best product… using fresh, natural, quality ingredients.” The whimsically named Old Yankee Ale, Off Duty and Incredibly Pretentious Ale are all crowd-pleasers. 100 Mechanic St., Pawcatuck, cottrellbrewing.comCT;
A “Napa style” winery with “New England charm,” Jonathan Edwards sits on 20 acres of grape fields, expertly crushed and fermented. The hilltop winery hosts weddings, private parties and live concerts. 74 Chester Main Rd., North Stonington, jedwardswinery.comCT;
Stonington Vineyards Established in 1987, Stonington Vineyards is a founding member of the Connecticut Wine Trail. The vintners produce riesling, cabernet franc, chardonnay and the signature blends Seaport White and Triad Rose. Besides wine tastings and tours, the vineyard also hosts special events. 523 Taugwonk Rd., Stonington, stoningtonvineyards.comCT;
SHOPPING bella tu Fans of bella tu appreciate the vibrant, vacationfriendly kaftans, shirts and tunics with gorgeous colors, embroidery and hand beading. The resort brand, which translates to “beautiful you,” is sold at Ocean House’s boutique, Coppola’s in Watch Hill and other specialty shops. bella-tu.com Book Barn Enjoy baked goods and complimentary coffee, while perusing the Book Barn’s collection of more than 350,000 titles. This “bibliophile’s bliss” is home to friendly free-roaming cats in Niantic, where you can buy or sell gently used books and new releases. Main Barn, 41 West Main St., Niantic, bookbarnniantic.comCT;
Grey Sail Brewing Named for the grey sails that dot New England waters each summer, this awardwinning brewery was started by Alan and Jennifer Brinton in 2010. Beer enthusiasts flock here for offerings like Flagship Ale, Hazy Day and Captain’s Daughter. South County Distillers, their sister company, is located between the Brewery and Tap Room. 63 Canal St., Westerly, southcountydistillers.comgreysailbrewing.com,RI;
Barley Head Brewery Barley Head is a nano-brewery that uses locally grown hops. They carry four to six beers on tap, changing the selection each week. Beers are available by the glass, the growler and also in cans.
Above: Grey Sail Brewing and its sister company, South County Distillers, are a popular gathering spot in Westerly.
Whaler’s Brewery Pet-friendly and a fun gathering place for friends, family and Fido, Whaler’s serves both flagship and rotating beers on tap. The brewery won three awards for Rise, including “Best American-Style Pale Ale” from the World Beer Awards. 1174 Kingstown Rd., Wakefield, whalers.comRI;
12 Water St., Mystic, barleyheadbrewery.comCT;
Below: Jonathan Edwards Winery brings a Napa style to New England.
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Kiel James Patrick The flagship store for this “classically inspired clothing” brand is right at home on Bowen’s Wharf. Epitomizing the New England look, this Newport retailer offers an 105 Water stoningtonboroughct.comStonington,St.,CT;
Above: Farmaesthetics is a skincare line made from herbs and flowers.
Grand & Water Antiques Besides selling “antiques with a twist,” owner Deborah Norman helps clients design rooms based on items they already own through her service REDESIGN. 135 Water St., Stonington, CT; grandandwater.com
Below: Christina Stankard Jewelry is known for colorful gemstones.
124 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; jmclaughlin.com
Christina Stankard Jewelry With a painter’s eye, designer Christina Stankard carefully picks each gemstone for her stylish, handcrafted pieces. Her collection of necklaces, earrings and bracelets are known for their “modest elegant design.” 100 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; christinastankard.com CoCo & LaLa CoCo & LaLa accessoriescolorfulsummertimeexudesfunwithclothingandformommy and baby, along with unique gifts. Check out their Instagram for helpful mom hacks. 103 Bay St., Watch Hill, cocoandlala.comRI; Elizabeth McKay Elegantly simple, Elizabeth McKay features high-end designs in quality fabrics. You’ll find sophisticated and trendy tops, bottoms, blazers and much more at this Watch Hill style staple.
Above: BURGEE Mystic carries coastal-inspired clothing, accessories, home goods and gifts.
3 Water St., Suite 102, Mystic, burgeemystic.comCT; Christina Limited “Spreading local love” in downtown Westerly for three decades, Christina Limited is a trendy, yet timeless boutique. Shop for boho fashion, accessories and gifts. 1 Canal Westerly,St.,RI; christinaltdstoreInstagram:
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Below: Galapagos Boutique in Charlestown epitomizes casual chic. and The Retreat at Castle Hill in Newport. farmaesthetics.com Galapagos Boutique This popular Charlestown shop sells a variety of name brands, designer pieces and merchandiseAmerican-madeformen and women. Customers love the welcoming and rustic setting, along with its signature look of casual chic. 5193 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, galapagosboutique.comRI;
Don’t miss this curated coastal boutique for men, women and children, which features clothing and accessories that go from “boat to beach and from city to coast.” You’ll also find home goods, gifts and the exclusive #burgeeblue collection.
Kimberly Pucci Atelier + Vault Known for handbags in statement-making colors, Kimberly Pucci Atelier works with Tuscan artisans to craft each bespoke accessory. The custom pieces have elegant hardware and detailed stitching. For the Vault label, Pucci creates wearable art using semi-precious stones and diamonds for her exquisite jewelry collection. 449 Thames St., Newport, RI; kimberlypucci.com
Gray Goose Cookery This home goods store carries colorful Le Creuset Dutch ovens and KitchenAid mixers. Brides, grooms and cooking enthusiasts come here to stock their kitchens and hone their skills at the store’s cooking classes. Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, graygoosecookery.comCT; Highpoint Home Enjoy the eye candy as you shop for beautiful home décor and gifts—or enlist owner Kaitlin Smith’s interior design services. At her Watch Hill store, she reimagines accessories and décor with a colorful lens. 6 Fort Hill Rd., Watch Hill, highpointhomedecor.comRI; Hungry Palette Shop for pieces at the Hungry Palette to get that perfect pop of color! Everything is uniquely inspired, ranging from handstitched garments and fabrics to rugs with an exotic flair.
101 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; emckay.com Farmaesthetics Founder Brenda Brock, who has seven generations of farming in her blood, got her start selling skincare products from a Rhode Island farm stand over 20 years ago. Her line of “fine herbal skincare” is carried in leading spas like Ocean & Harvest at Ocean House J. McLaughlin Sophisticated and timeless, J. McLaughlin’s wear-forever styles come in bold patterns and tailored pieces for all ages. This American brand keeps evolving its signature preppy dress code, because you can never go wrong with a classic.
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Marc Allen Old school design is alive and well at Marc Allen, where clients come for bespoke suits, jackets and outerwear in the Southern Italian tradition. Skilled artisans design each suit and stitch from scratch. Shoppers can also buy “off the rack” pieces from Loro Piana, Crockett & Jones and more. 142 Bellevue Ave., Newport, RI; marcalleninc.com Mystic Disc Since 1983, Mystic Disc has been the go-to destination for music lovers looking for vinyl records, turntables, amps and speakers. Vinyl Me, Please magazine named it one of the country’s “50 Best Record Stores.” 10 Steamboat Wharf, Mystic, CT; mysticdisclp.com Rochelle’s Boutique
Owner Rochelle LaRue Gallo has been helping customers find stylish statement pieces you can dress up or down since 2003. Her popular boutiques carry labels like Free People, Cotton Candy and Z Supply. 117 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; 381 Thames St., Newport, RI; 11 Cottrell St., Mystic, CT; rochellesboutique.com
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Above: Rochelle’s Boutique carries the latest spring and summer styles.
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10 Canal St., Westerly, RI; 53 W. Main St., Mystic, banksquarebooks.comCT; Sea Bags Shop this sustainable brand’s nautical totes and handbags. Made with material from used sails, the company motto is “Once a sail, forever a sea bag.” 101 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; 36 West Main St., Mystic, CT; 25 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI; seabags. com Soap and Water Indulge in luxury loungewear, Italian soaps and fragrances at this Newport oasis. You’ll also find a curated selection of bath and body essentials. 16 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI; comsoapandwaternewport. Style Newport This seaworthy boutique carries jewelry with anchor and mariner flag pendants. The store also sells baseball hats, dog collars and décor. 306 Thames St., Newport, RI; stylenewport.com Toci Toci features casual luxury in the form of comfy cashmere, pima cotton, linen and silk sweaters, shirts and joggers. Shop here to live in the
Above: Designer Kimberly Pucci creates bespoke accessories.
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If you have a Luminox or Fendi, Saltzman’s is the only authorized repair facility for these watches. The third generation, family-run business also works with Cartier, Baume et Mercier and Victorinox Swiss Army. 117 Swinburne Row, Newport, RI; watches.comsaltzmansSavoy Bookshop & Café Don’t miss this gem known for supporting local authors. Bibliophiles can sip on locally sourced coffee and delicious pastries while browsing best sellers, paperbacks, audiobooks and gifts.
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aspirational lifestyle and quality clothing designed in the Ocean State. 3 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, kieljamespatrick.comRI; Lilly Pulitzer Capturing the essence of summer, Lilly Pulitzer continues to offer colorful, signature prints and iconic resort wear you won’t find anywhere else. Visit the Westerly or Newport locations to add a little sunshine to your vacation wardrobe. 471 Thames St., Newport, lillypulitzer.comRI; Main Street Soap Emporium Shop for environmentally friendly shampoo, face masks, bath bombs and roll-on perfumes at this Mystic soap and scrub boutique. Besides sustainability, the owner believes in accessible prices. Everything is under $30. 22 East Main St., Mystic, CT; mainstsoap.com
Sandra Liotus Lighting Design, LLC (SLLD) The pioneering duo behind this thecompanyNewport-basedhasdevelopedartworld’smost sophisticated eco-friendly custom lighting system. American designer Sandra Liotus and British engineer Sir David Crampton-Barden are the creative team behind SLLD, which does work in homes, galleries and resorts like Weekapaug Inn. comsandraliotuslightingdesign.
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The Velvet Mill Housed in a former textile factory built in 1888, The Velvet Mill is a gathering place that promotes creativity and togetherness. This historic space is a glorious assortment of shops, event showrooms, eateries and creative arts services. 22 Bayview Ave., Stonington, CT; americanvelvetmill.com
FAMILY FUN Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center For a great family activity, take a hike or check out the wildlife sanctuary— where several species of owls, hawks, turtles and bullfrogs roam indoor and outdoor enclosures. Since 1946, Denison Pequotsepos has been teaching how to preserve and protect the natural world. 109 Pequotsepos Rd., Mystic, CT; dpnc.org The Dinosaur Place Come face to face with more than 50 life-sized dinosaurs at this fun-loving family hotspot. Explore the park and enjoy some ice cream, challenging mazes and mini golf.
1650 Hartford-New London naturesartvillage.comMontville,Turnpike,CT; The Fantastic Umbrella Factory There’s nothing else like The Fantastic Umbrella Factory. A whimsical knick-knack store, garden and café, it even has a petting zoo. There are goats, emus and scores of chickens and ducks you can feed for a small fee.
“world of everything cozy.” 18 Franklin St., Newport, RI; thisistoci.com
Sail Trim Again Perfect for a date or family outing, Sail Trim Again’s coastal adventures offer fascinating history and spectacular views. Join Captain Jack Spratt on a memorable voyage, as he sails through history on his classic sailing yacht, Trim Again, or the wooden motor yacht, Encore. Private charters are available through November. sail-trim-again.com Terra Firma Farm Bring your kids to this non-profit farm to check out their inventive programs, and don’t miss a trip to The Creamery for a delicious chocolate milk. Terra Firma aims to educate children about food, so they make smart decisions “with respect to their health and our environment.” 564 Norwich-Westerly Rd., N. Stonington, terrafirmafarm.comCT;
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Donahue Park, Westerly, RI; westerlychamber.org Sailfest New London Sailfest returns to Waterfront Park July 8–10. Marvel at ships docked in the water while taking in more than 200 street vendors and some fun carnival rides. Stay for fireworks!
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4820 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, comfantasticumbrellafactory.RI; Frosty Drew Nature Center and Observatory Frosty Drew has a mission: “To enlighten, discover and inspire” visitors about “science, the night sky and the universe.” Stargazers of all ages come here to visit the observatory and science center. 61 Park Ln., Charlestown, RI; frostydrew.org Mystic Aquarium This popular aquarium has several animal encounters for visitors to experience, including African penguins, seals, sea lions, sharks and whales. The beluga whale pod was recently expanded, making it “the largest outdoor beluga habitat in the United States.” 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, mysticaquarium.orgCT;
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Considered by many to be the “granddaddy of all music festivals,” this event takes place at Fort Adams State Park the weekend following the Folk Festival—this year to be held July 29–31. Blankets, standard-sized coolers and lawn chairs are encouraged; bring cash for the beer and wine garden. Fort Adams State Park, Newport, newportjazz.orgRI; Newport Polo Established in 1876, America’s first polo club invites teams from the U.S. and around the world to compete during its summer season. Come for matches and enjoy the après-polo gatherings too. Check the website for a full roster of events, which run from June to September. nptpolo.com Rhode InternationalIsland Film Festival Film buffs will appreciate a break from the sun and sand by attending screenings and talks with globally recognized filmmakers. This is the largest public film festival in New England, to be held Aug. 8–14, and a qualifying festival for the Academy Awards. Various screenings take place across the state. film-festival.org River Glow Gather on August 6 for this annual Westerly tradition, where spectators enjoy a dazzling bonfire display lighting up the Pawcatuck River. The popular event also features fire jugglers, live music, face painting, food vendors and more.
Above: Run by Captain Jack Spratt, Sail Trim Again offers private charters, history tours and sunset cruises.
Wilcox Park, Westerly, RI; chorusofwesterly.org Taste of Mystic Foodies rejoice! All your favorite participating Mystic restaurants gather in one place to share some yummy eats. Although the date has not been confirmed as of press time, this weekend-long event featuring live bands and a beer garden typically takes place in June. Check website for updates. Olde Mystic Village; 27 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT; thisismystic.com Waterfire Watch as Providence lights up. This public-art showcase features nearly 100 bonfires along three separate river passageways in the heart of downtown. Hosted on multiple evenings, the spectacle begins at sunset and lasts to around midnight. 475 Valley waterfire.orgProvidence,St.,RI;
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Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival Sample over a dozen different types of oysters and enjoy homemade chowder from multiple restaurants right on the wharf from Saturday, May 21 to Sunday, May 22. The event features live music, cocktails and a lively shopping scene. 13 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, bowenswharf.orgRI; Newport Folk Festival While this year’s festival is sold out, you can visit the website to join the waiting list. Held at Fort Adams State Park, America’s premier folk-music festival has hosted the likes of Bob Dylan, Mumford and Sons, Roger Waters and Patti Smith. This year, the event will be held July 22–24. Fort Adams State Park; Newport, RI; newportfolk.org Newport Jazz Festival
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Théa There’s a magical new outdoor dining experience on Ocean House’s private beach. Nestled along the edge of the dunes, scenic dining,” says Gabrielle Clark, Ocean House Collection Group Director of Food and Beverage Operations. “The setting is so beautiful, especially in the evenings with lanterns flickering.” Clark adds, “We took notes on what guests enjoy most and what they would like, and we’ve revamped our offerings.” The beloved Verandah menu stays the same, as does Bistro and COAST (Chef William Rietzel of COAST was a finalist for James Beard Best Chef NE 2022, a coveted accolade). Ocean House’s culinary and beverage team were inspired by the property when creating new menus. The latest member of the team is Chef Dantòn Valle, chef de cuisine of seasonal
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Bloom: The Sipping Terrace at Ocean House has expanded, offering pre- and postdinner cocktails, and a view of the sun setting over the bay. And the Veuve Clicquot Secret Garden has an updated look and menu.
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F resh eyes, fresh breezes and fresh places enhance the awe-inspiring beauty of the Ocean House property on the Rhode Island coast. For spring and summer, Ocean House debuts two new outdoor dining venues, Dalia by Dantòn Valle, a Mexican restaurant serving lunch and dinner on the Seaside Terrace, and Théa, a casually elegant Mediterranean taverna on Dune Cottage’s deck.
outlets. Chef Dantòn is well acquainted with seaside dining at five-star Relais & Châteaux resorts. He’s the former Executive Chef of Zadún, the Ritz-Carlton ultra-luxury suites on the coast of Cabo, Mexico. Meanwhile Jonathan Feiler, Group Beverage Director has created new drink menus for each venue. “That’s the fun part,” Feiler says, “Seeing how you can execute your ideas and adapt them for the best guest experience.”
Above: Chef Ryan Swanson runs The Verandah, which serves a full raw bar and New England specialties on the outdoor terrace.
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take on Greek salad is a beautiful array of spears of cucumbers, strips of yellow pepper, rings of red onion, cubes of feta, tomatoes and fresh herbs. Drinks include traditional beachside favorites like pina coladas, rosés and spritzes. Guests can explore a selection of Greek and Italian wines chosen by Sommelier Jonathan Feiler.
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Dune Cottage has been transformed into Théa, a Mediterranean restaurant serving casually elegant lunch and upscale dinners for resort guests and members. The lunch menu includes gyros, falafels and salads, along with simple beach fare like burgers, flatbreads and peanut butter and jelly for the younger set.
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Befitting its beachside location, Théa’s dinner menu features fresh-off-the-boat seafood. Grilled local sea bass with red pepper sauce makes a dramatic presentation. Tail on, it seems to swim across the plate. Tender charred octopus rests on a rectangle of fried potato, tentacles curling around florets of other worldly romanesco broccoli. The fresh
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This contemporary, casual Mexican eatery opens up Ocean House’s Seaside Terrace for lunch and dinner. The first things guests notice is the view, a world-class expanse of dunes, beach and the shimmering Atlantic Ocean. Then there’s the food. Warm corn tortillas filled with pineapple-laced pork al pastor, crisp batter-fried fish or slow-cooked rib-eye. Paired with fresh slaws and salsas, it all comes together into the perfect, satisfying seaside bite. Fried tacos, filled with shredded chicken, are served over guacamole and crema. Tortilla soup is a zesty, colorful bowl of chicken broth loaded with diced tomatoes, charred avocado and crunchy strips of tortilla. Jarritos, the Mexican soda that comes in flavors like mandarin, lime and tamarind, is a nice day-time thirst-quencher and cocktail component. It adds flavored effervescence to the fresh-squeezed juices and tequila in Chef Dantòn’s palomas and margaritas. Michelada, the refreshing beer cocktail, is flavored with Ocean House’s signature bloody Mary mix and salty-sweet-spicy rims. Evening is time for serious sipping, and tequila, with its natural sweetness and range of fruity, floral and smoky flavors is featured. Feiler uses premium sipping tequilas, including extra cristalino añejo, aged five years, yet sparkling clear with a lighter, silky body. Guests can sample the smooth and smoky flavor of Tres Generaciones and toasty flavors of El Tesoro and Casa Dragones. After dinner drinks include Mexican coffee, flavored with coffee liqueur and tequila, and topped with whipped cream. That’s the fun part, seeing how you can execute your ideas and adapt them for the best guest experience.
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The secret’s out. This intimate terrace is the place for sophisticated gatherings centered on the most festive of beverages, Veuve Clicquot champagne. Guests can order glasses or bottles of the classic yellow label brut or the fruity rosé, or sip signature champagne cocktails mixed with Veuve Clicquot Rich. To complement the bubbly, there’s a selection of savory and sweet crêpes, classics like ham and cheese, chicken and mushroom, as well as nutella and bananas. Crêpes filled with fresh seasonal berries and whipped cream are a guest favorite. The Secret Garden has an updated décor highlighted by Veuve Clicquot’s iconic yellow. Every guest has a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. After all, what goes better with champagne than a view?
Bloom: The Sipping Terrace at Ocean House Call it happy hour, magic hour or cocktail hour, Ocean House has expanded the occasion. Guests want a place to relax over a refreshing drink at the end of the day, and Ocean House has the perfect place to do just that. While watching the sun set, guests enjoy signature cocktails featuring Sipsmith Dry London Gin, a small-batch distillery that has driven the gin renaissance. Smooth and rich with a balance of floral and herbal notes, Sipsmith elevates a classic G&T. Sipsmith also makes infused gins, like Lemon Drizzle Sipsmith, the base of an Ocean House original cocktail called “In the Weeds.” Guests love the balance of this blend of Lemon Drizzle Sipsmith Gin, fresh lime juice, house-brewed tarragon tea, simple syrup and yellow chartreuse. It’s fresh, citrusy, herbal and pretty. Guests can nibble on complimentary snacks, like truffled popcorn, imported olives and seasoned nuts. Serving from 4 to 9 p.m., Bloom Sipping Terrace is a popular hotspot for after-dinner drinks too.
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The beauty of the Ocean House setup, Lisa says, is that the Atlantic Ocean location makes it possible to try a little bit of everything.
Having all kinds of surfboards, paddleboards and eFoils available lets Lisa, Brian and their staff tailor lessons to the individual guest’s experience level. As long as people can swim, Lisa says, they are welcome to participate. And for more athletic guests, new technology like the eFoil can offer a different kind of challenge.
“This will be our third summer offering it,” Lisa says of the eFoil, which has a foil (kind of like a vertical leg) beneath it that lifts the board and the rider up above the sea. “This is electric, so you have a remote control in your hand, and you fly out of the water. It’s a lot easier for beginners because you have more than just the propulsion of the wave. A lot of people enjoy that, and it’s a harder-to-find item. The boards themselves are quite expensive, so this is a great place to try it while you’re on vacation.”
“A lot of people think paddleboarding and surfing are the same, but they’re both unique. The eFoil is, too,” Brian and Lisa explain. “They each have their own element, their own form and technique. There’s something for everyone. They really are their own sports.”
“We were among the first people to bring it to the Watch Hill and Westerly area,” she says. “When we first tried to buy a paddleboard on the East Coast, they weren’t even selling them. We had to use makeshift long boards and make our own paddles.”
Every year from Memorial Day Weekend through the end of September, they bring their love of the water and board sports to Ocean House, leading activities that are offered for guests. They and their team of instructors work with guests of all ages and skill levels, and provide all the necessary equipment, for anyone who wants to try surfing or paddleboarding.
The husband-and-wife team hail from Westerly, Rhode Island, and for years have spent three months every winter on Oahu in Hawaii. They pack up their three kids and dog and head to the surfing mecca of the islands, where Brian surfs multiple times a day to train, and to get inspired by the latest techniques and gear. Lisa, who also teaches yoga, “her first love,” at Ocean House and in Hawaii, focuses on paddleboarding during the resort's high season. She’s been doing the sport long before most people in New England had ever heard of paddleboarding.
L isa and Brian Kodzis have found their rhythm in life, and they spend part of each year at the Ocean House helping guests find their own rhythm out on the water, too.
There’s also the option of trying their latest interest, eFoiling, which is available to Ocean House guests 16 and older.
The peak season for water-sports instruction runs from June through September. During that time, Lisa, Brian and their team are available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week, unless it’s too stormy or rainy to be safe outside.
“For the advanced surfers, the eFoil is great because you don’t need much of a swell,” she says. “It’s perfect for advanced surfers who want to try something new. And it’s a learning curve, so you get hooked. Once you do one lesson, you want to do a couple more and master it.”
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water-sports activities doesn’t mean guests should worry that they will feel overmatched. Her team’s goal is to bring the best of everything they know to Ocean House guests who might be seeing or trying these kinds of boards for the first time. The team goes out of its way to be friendly and patient, no matter whether somebody is taking an on-land lesson just to get comfortable with how a surfboard feels, trying to stand up for the first time on a paddleboard in shallow water, or learning to surf on a long board with a new technique that Brian just picked up from the pros along the prime surf spots of Hawaii’s Seven Mile Miracle.
“It shouldn’t be intimidating. Our instructors are friendly,” Brian and Lisa add. “We just want everyone to have a positive experience.”
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They encourage guests to sign up for lessons in advance, so they can prepare all the equipment in the correct size (think wetsuits for surfers, life jackets for kids and adults alike, and helmets for the eFoil riders).
“It’s ideal if people sign up in advance, but usually what happens is that we’ll have a prebooked lesson, and then people will see it, and they start coming up to request lessons throughout the day,” she says. “But it’s best to prebook because things stack up, and we don’t want to have to say no because there aren’t And, she stresses, just because she, Brian and the other instructors are all experts at these
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Left: Groups can book instruction with the resident pro and host cocktail parties on the Croquet Lawn. At Ocean House, one of the most scenic spots is the Croquet Lawn perched above the Atlantic Ocean. Families and guests of all ages sport their croquet whites for lessons and friendly matches on the tournament-sized lawn. There's even an on-site professional who teaches how to perfect a croquet stroke and use the proper technique. Stephen Morgan, a national croquet champion, is the resident pro at Ocean House. Known as the "wicket slayer," he shares his enthusiasm for the sport and teaches all skill levels. Want to make a day of it? Come for croquet and cocktails, followed by a leisurely lunch at The Verandeh.
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Ocean House guests can also ask for an on-the-spot lesson, Lisa says, and if there’s time in the schedule, her team will make a slot available. The reality, she adds, is that seeing other guests having so much fun out on the water simply becomes infectious along the beach.
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Weekapaug Inn debuts new culinary delights and outdoor offerings
A t last, the season we’ve been longing for is back, and the Weekapaug Inn is making it even better.
The Inn’s new executive chef has introduced more New England coastal dining experiences outdoors and in, and the naturalist has planned excursions and activities that highlight local food and drink. So, get ready to breathe the fresh air and enjoy new offerings like farm-and-seato-table chef tasting menus at The Restaurant, Wednesday Evening BBQs, Champagne and Oyster Hours—and the hottest ticket of the season—Sandbar andPlus,Bites.the property’s mission of sustainability has amped up with a kitchen composting program in cooperation with local farms, and beach clean-up events to give back to the coastline and local preservation organizations.
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Executive Chef Andrew Brooks joined Weekapaug Inn in September, moving over from Ocean House where he’d recently landed the executive sous chef position. Before that, he was at The Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island, Florida, and for several years before that he was chef de cuisine at the Omni, also on the island. Chef Andrew is excited about the relationships he’s building with local farmers and fishermen in Rhode Island and the region. “Weekapaug’s size and location make it ideal for getting the finest and freshest local ingredients,” says Brooks..
RestaurantThe Fine dining at The Restaurant has expanded. A daily chef’s tasting menu guides guests on a culinary journey of coastal New England. The menu reflects the Inn’s philosophy of showcasing the products and flavors of Rhode Island and the Atlantic coast. The multi-course menu is refined and vegetableforward, featuring just-picked produce from nearby farms, fish and shellfish from local waters—even oysters from Quonnie Pond—as well as meat and poultry from farms in the area. Wine pairings are carefully chosen with the Inn’s certified sommelier, Stephane Clacquin.“Wewant to redefine what fine dining looks like,” says Brooks. “It’s a
SeaRoom Every seat has a great view at the SeaRoom—a breathtaking expanse of blue water and sky on the shore off Quonnie Pond. This traditional casual seafood grill, with an outdoor kitchen, has two seating areas, a ground-level patio and a covered upper deck. It serves an all-day menu, starting at 11:30 a.m. to the last seating at 7 p.m. No matter how warm and sunny the weather, most guests start with New England clam chowder. The recipe comes from Executive Sous Chef Chaz Paull, who grew up in Mystic. According to Brooks: “It’s a real traditional chowder, and it’s the best I’ve ever had.” Lobster rolls are another favorite. The hot buttered lobster is enriched with Vermont Creamery butter. The cheeseburger features Gulden Farms grass-fed beef, aged cheddar, crisp iceberg lettuce and ripe tomatoes on a brioche bun. Fried whole belly clams and spicy Rhode Island-style calamari, deep fried and tossed with hot cherry peppers, are guest favorites.
BathhouseThe The Bathhouse, which serves guests enjoying the Inn’s pristine private beach on the Atlantic Ocean, has an exciting new menu inspired by an upgraded kitchen with a pizza oven. The chefs are firing up three signature hand-tossed pizzas featuring the finest ingredients. The traditional Margherita uses local tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil picked from the Inn’s herb garden. White clam pie is a regional favorite, and Chef Andrew adds sweet roasted garlic to it. The third is Classic Tomato, with sauce and mozzarella, the kind of pie all kids love. Panini, sandwiches,
After dinner, guests and neighbors can order drinks at the bar in the Garden Room, which also serves an elevated bar menu with local cheese and charcuterie boards, lobster rolls and lots of vegetarian and vegan options. Resort guests often have drinks and snacks delivered to the second floor lounge, a favorite spot for families to relax and play games.
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“They are extremely highquality competition smokers that I had the pleasure of working with during my time at The Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island,” says Brooks.
Captain Teddy stayed busy during winter preparing for his favorite season. The certified U.S. Coast Guard Captain and former marine loves spring and summer, and he especially enjoys taking guests on excursions and running natural activities. “I live for this stuff,” he says. “It’s so much fun.”
Viewing events are also held on the Inn’s front lawn, where guests can behold the moon and planets through highpowered telescopes. During June’s full moon, Captain Teddy leads tours on foot along the pond’s shoreline to view the ancient ritual of hundreds of horseshoe crabs laying eggs. Check social media for Quonnieupdates.Queen, the Inn’s graceful, quiet Elco touring boat, has been completely restored, her electrical system (she’s powered by electricity to help keep the environment clean) updated, and the teak interior sanded, stained and varnished to gleaming.
The Inn has a new fleet of ocean single and double kayaks, ready for May’s Flower Moon paddle from Weekapaug’s shore to a secluded sandbar in the middle of Quonnie Pond. Some Native American tribes call it the “flower moon” because that’s when flowers bloom. “We are going to do these kayak paddles anytime there's a super moon or a special moon, if the tides and weather permit,” says Beahm.
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Del’s Frozen Lemonade and ice cream treats are also on the menu, along with beer andThewine.Inn offers rides to guests (and their beach gear) for the two-minute trip down the road, where they check in at the Bathhouse with a beach pass. While guests enjoy Dave’s Nitro Coffee, signature breakfast sandwiches and hash browns on the Bathhouse’s back deck, an attendant sets up chairs, blankets and umbrellas for them on the beach. And after breakfast, guests can just stroll along the sandy path through the dunes to the glorious beach.
Summer lobster boils are a beloved Thursday evening tradition, and now there’s a sister event featuring regional American BBQ. Starting in July, Wednesday mornings, the chefs roll out a serious Lang barbecue smoker, and load it with seasoned wood.
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The chef pays homage to regional styles of barbecue with Texas brisket, Carolina pulled pork, St. Louis ribs, Cajun chicken and a Rhode Island bacon cheddar bratwurst. An abundance of sides includes honeyglazed cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, collard greens and macaroni salad. Local vegetable kabobs add something grilled for vegetarians. When guests return from a day’s adventure on sand and surf, they’re met with the mouthwatering scent of slowand-low-cooked barbecue. Wednesday evenings end with s’mores around the fire. The weekly events start at 5 p.m. Wednesday, and are open to resort and non-resort guests.
“You have to try this!” Guests quickly spread the word about this magical food and nature excursion that debuted last year. Captain Teddy, at the helm of a low-bottomed boat, ferries 16 guests to a sandbar beach in the middle of Quonochontaug Pond. There, a casually elegant table and bamboo folding chairs are set up with a bar and special hors d’oeuvres, which can include lobster bisque
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“The Quonnie Queen makes multiple trips every day for three to four months,” says Beahm, “and we put a lot of work back into her during winter.” He takes resort guests on complimentary daily tours. Guests can arrange charter tours for up to six on the Quonnie Queen, and the outing include beverages and a Weekapaug Inn-style cheese plate. Resort guests can also book 90-minute private excursions on land and sea with Captain Teddy, including fishing, swimming, biking and hiking, and a Castaway Lunch on a sandbar in the middle of the pond, a private version of the magical Sandbar Bites and Bubbles event. Sandbar Bites and Bubbles
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The chef serves them raw on the half-shell with lemon or Champagne mignonette, grilled on the open fire and topped with flavored butter. Chef’s classic Oysters Rockefeller, with local baby spinach and fresh herbs, is a favorite. Sparkling wine, effervescent and light bodied, and balancing a touch of sweetness with minerality, is a classic pairing for oysters. The sommelier serves oyster pairing wines such as sauvignon blanc and muscadet.
With an Earth-friendly focus, The Inn adds new sustainability measures.
“Composting is something I’m passionate about,” says Brooks, “and I’m excited to bring it to the Weekapaug Inn.” The goal is for the property to become zero-waste. Food scraps go to Earth Care Farms, a composting farm in Charlestown, RI. Earth Care transforms that into high-quality, nourishing soil. “Our scraps become the soil that local farmers use to grow the produce we serve in The Restaurant,” says Brooks. “By composting, we complete the circle of life and stay true to the Inn’s culinary philosophy of supporting local farmers.” The compost is also used in the Inn’s herb garden and
OHCOLLECTION.COM 71 shooters, roasted oysters and bruschetta. This spring and summer, Sandbar Bites and Bubbles is held twice a month, and it's open to resort guests and the public. The 90-minute excursion begins at 5 p.m. “People love it,” says Beahm. “It’s secluded. You’re surrounded by nature, and it’s luxurious.” He takes guests on walks, while talking about the history and ecology of the pond. “It’s a really, really nice evening,” he says. Champagne and Oyster Hour Oysters are the essence of coastal cuisine. They taste of the sea, balancing salinity, minerals and sweetness that, as any oyster lover will tell you, instantly energizes a person. Beginning in April, these monthly Champagne and Oyster Hours by the fire pit start at 5 p.m., on the front lawn overlooking Quonnie Pond—the very pond where the oysters are raised. “It’s so amazing to offer oysters harvested out of the pond where the Weekapaug Inn sits,” says Brooks. “It doesn’t get more local than that.”
Top: Lobster boils remain a summer tradition. Bottom: Champagne and Oyster Hour takes place monthly at the fire pit.
jewelpaug’sclean-upproject,driven“CaptainandWeekapauggreenhouse.Inn’sNaturalistDirectorofRecreation,Teddy”Beahm,hasanothersustainabilityamonthlybeachprogram.WeekabarrierbeachisaontheAtlanticCoast, a habitat for native species. “It’s an impor tant piece of land,” he says. This community event allows the Inn, guests and neighbors the chance to give back and protect the land for future generations. “It’s really like a walk along the sand trail,” says Beahm. “We’re armed with gloves and pickers, the essen tials, and I talk about the history of the area. Afterwards, we have a little burger-anddog barbecue.” Guests’ donations for these events go to local conservation organizations such as the Rhode Island Audubon Society. The Inn is working with Save the Bay to host an International Coastal Clean-Up Day in September. Back to Nature
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“You don’t realize how sore your hands get from holding your phone all day, until somebody massages your hands,” he says.
Award-winning Ocean & Harvest Spa adds new treatments for relaxation and rejuvenation
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im Komaromy was in a meeting at Ocean House, watching everyone hunch over phones and laptops. As the resort's Spa Director, he thought, “How can we focus on all the pinch points these devices areAndcreating?”so,theOcean & Harvest Spa’s 60-minute Digital Wellness Detox service was conceived. It combines stretches and massage for the hands, neck, scalp, eyes and feet.
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Light Therapy Facial with a phototherapy mask that can be dialed in for different needs.
“We’re really excited about this little refresh for the spa,” Komaromy says. “We’re looking forward to a great year.”
It’s important to find the right combination {for personal wellness}—from your diet to the workout classes you do. As a lifelong runner, I love the fitness aspect of well-being, but incorporating things like facials and general self-care are also essential.
“You can choose anti-aging or brightening, whether you want to address dark spots or wrinkles,” Komaromy says. “You’re guaranteed to walk out with a luminescent glow.”
“Everybody has a different approach to personal wellness,” he says. “It’s important to find the right combination—from your diet to the workout classes you do. As a lifelong runner, I love the fitness aspect of well-being, but incorporating things like facials and general self-care are also essential.”
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Komaromy offers a new menu of treatments available through June. His philosophy is a combined focus on health and wellness.
Other new options include an organic facial created with products from the French company Phytomer.
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“It's a massage targeting whatever pain points the mom-to-be is having,” he says, adding that the service involves Phytomer’s Seatonic. “It’s a natural oil for pregnant moms to firm the skin and reduce stretch marks.”
“Every single ingredient Phytomer uses is organic,” Komaromy says. “It’s a very simple, clean facial with not many scents, so it’s great for people with allergies.”
Other offerings include a Seaweed Serenity Scrub for dry skin coming out of the winter, and a 90-minute massage using CBD oils.
And for pregnant guests, the spa has a 60-minute Babymoon Experience.
The Relaxed Surfer Massage is a treatment that centers on the lower body and stretching.
“This massage focuses on athletes, the heavy surfers who come in from a day on the ocean and need muscle relief after working out, maybe running a 5K,” Komaromy says. “We use muscle rollers to loosen up tight areas.”
The Inn has an enduring history in this same spot, and together with Ocean House, the two properties survived the great storm of 1938 that leveled every other hotel in town. But endurance through more than a century of history is just one of its attributes.
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“I adore Watch Hill Inn. It has perfect sunset views, and the convenient location is in walking distance to shops and restaurants,” says Watch Hill Inn Manager Shannan Plew. “Plus, it’s great for families, large groups and for longer home-away-from-home stays.”
A glance at the Inn’s website shows a range of choices, from the Terrace Suite, great for a small young family, to duplex arrangements that work for parents with teenagers or families plus an au pair or other caregiver. For multi-generation gatherings, the Inn's largest accommodation, at 4,000 square feet, is complete with splendid views from its sunset deck, gourmet kitchen and four en suite bathrooms.“WatchHill Inn is a particularly good choice for a family or group,” says Louis Shapazian, resort manager for Ocean House. “All rooms have kitchens and comfortable sitting areas. This gives a family the opportunity for some unstructured, private time.” Inn staff can stock the kitchen with food and snacks; the entertainment setup includes a Netflixenabled large-screen television and DVD players on request. Many accommodations have gas-powered fireplaces, and some offer terraces. To lighten the luggage load, some feature washer dryers; on request, staff will provide high chairs, boosters, cribs and more.
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A s warm weather comes to the Northeast, boats go into the water, and winter coats go back into storage, thoughts turn to some free time and a relaxing vacation. The past two years have required some adjustments to travel plans, and for families with children, they include certain requirements: comfortable private space, great outdoor recreation, good food and childfriendly activities, easily available. Carefree is an apt adjective for what is needed these days.
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Since Ocean House and Watch Hill Inn share resort management under the Ocean House Collection banner, patrons can be assured of beautifully appointed guest quarters and amenities. Whether you’re a couple with a toddler or family group planning a happy reunion, there is a spacious, well-equipped accommodation waiting at Watch Hill Inn.
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Throughout its season (May through October), Watch Hill Inn is well-prepared for families and other groups of relatives and friends who flock to this unspoiled coastal village. The Inn is situated in the heart of downtown, just a five-minute walk toward the harbor from Ocean House. With a panoramic view of Watch Hill Cove, Napatree Point and the ocean beyond, sunsets are spectacular.
Four-Bedroom Suite: This 4,000-square-foot suite with breathtaking views is built for entertaining and can sleep 10. The open-concept kitchen and dining areas can accommodate a large group, while the living area’s dual-sided gas fireplace creates a cozy ambience.
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One-Bedroom Suite: Suitable for up to four people, this spacious suite offers a luxurious living room with a gas fireplace and private terrace. Families appreciate the dining area, along with the convenience of a washer and dryer and full modern kitchen.
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For Plew, a Rhode Island native, managing the Inn is like coming full circle.
Shannan Plew Manager of Watch Hill Inn
“For active families, Watch Hill Inn offers comfort, privacy and plenty of variety,” says Plew. “It’s a great combination for a carefree vacation.” I adore Watch Hill Inn. It has perfect sunset views, and homeaway-from-longergroupsforPlus,restaurants.towalkinglocationconvenienttheisindistanceshopsandit’sgreatfamilies,largeandforhome-stays.
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Guests at Watch Hill Inn may pre-check in at Ocean House, have a stroll around this sister hotel, or enjoy the perfect setting of the Ocean House beach before going to their rooms. An associate will escort guests the short distance to the Inn, direct them to their parking space and help with baggage. Once a family has landed in their accommodations, a long list of possible amusements and activities awaits.
“As a child I would come to Watch Hill with my grandparents. We would go to the beach, ride the carousel and end the day on the verandah sipping Shirley Temples,” says Plew. “Watch Hill has always been a special place forFartherme.” afield, many guests enjoy Mystic Aquarium and Mystic Seaport. The staff can direct you to dozens of spots of natural beauty and historic interest. But if you’d like to stick closer to your home away from home, another great perk is access to the restaurants and resort activities at Ocean House—just a quick walk up Plimpton Road—or at Weekapaug Inn, an easy 15-minute drive. Take a tour with the naturalist at Weekapaug Inn; treat yourself to a beach day or spa service at Ocean House. There is plenty to fill a weekend, a week or more.
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Situated on Bay Street—the main thoroughfare of Watch Hill—one can turn south from the Inn toward the village center. Admire the beautiful fleet of the Watch Hill Yacht Club on the other side of the street, or check out charter boats for a family fishing excursion. At the foot of the street is the nation’s oldest merry-go-round—the Watch Hill Flying Carousel—open through the summer through Labor Day; children under 12 get to ride and possibly catch the brass ring.
Walking back to the Inn, sample the delicious flavors of homemade ice cream at St. Clair Annex. This family business has been serving the community for more than 125 years; you can indulge in a different flavor every day of your stay, and also grab breakfast or lunch at this Bay Street institution. There are gift and clothing shops aplenty, and the village bustles throughout the summer.
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Watch WindmillsHill a most unexpected feature of the Watch Hill landscape. The windmills were designed to pull water from ponds, cisterns and dug wells. Windmills were the latest gizmo in a world where the telegraph, electricity and the automobile were just becoming practical. The
“My Dear Edna, Watch Hill is a very pretty place. Windmills, windmills everywhere windmills, this lovely village could be called Windmill Hill! Love to All, Elmer.”
A long the sand and boulder shoreline plains of Cape Cod, Long Island, Rhode Island and many of the small islands of the northeast, windmills were a ubiquitous part of the landscape. For over a decade, from 1887 to 1901, windmills were synonymous with Watch Hill, as depicted in a post card of July 3, 1900:
Once a necessary part of town life, these structures came with the view
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Above: Postcard of Echo Lodge windmill and water tower in Watch Hill, circa 1900.
The history of windmills at Watch Hill is a short one. For just over a decade from 1888 to 1901, windmills, wind-pumps or wind engines as they were known, some with water tank towers and observation platforms, became wind water pumps were a must-have for the fashionable Watch Hill colony and a big step up from hand pumping water. Walking around Watch Hill today you might wonder why so many of these stately shingled cottages have a limited, or no, view of the ocean, river or bay. When the majority of these homes were built between 1887 and 1900 the object of landscaping, by such wellknown landscape architects as the Olmstead Brothers, was to minimize the planting of trees to emphasize the natural, windswept, rugged terrain and seascape. In fact, tree and shrub planting was socially unacceptable and frowned upon. If you took away the trees today you would see that these cottages up on the hills of Watch Hill would have magnificent seascape views, ideal for harnessing the wind. However, windmills were considered a blemish upon the glacial canvas.
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“There about as many windmills, all told, as there are cottages; looming up about the homes, and the continual revolving of their patent…, so many of them, located everywhere, makes you feel that you have struck a pretty lively place. They say that the Watch Hill windmills are a cure for insomnia, at least until the novelty wears off, and that will not take long.”
The unadorned, cheap, iron mail-order windmills, with their squeaky mechanisms and very loud fans, were not only considered an eyesore, but a noise nuisance. The windmills became a contentious issue among neighbors as well as hotel guests, as a Providence Journal article of July 29, 1900 notes:
Today wind is the fastest growing source of renewable power. Looking southeast at Block Island, RI, from the Ocean House at Watch Hill, you can see the first American offshore windfarm with its five turbines and blades reaching 646 feet above the ground. In Fishers Island Sound, the engineer and inventor Dean Kamen has enabled North Dumpling Island to function completely off the power grid, using a wind generator, a solar array that follows the sun, a battery storage bank and LED lighting. North Dumpling Island is part of Captain Jack’s Historical Tours. To schedule a private cruise, historical excursion or Block Island Windfarm tour with Captain Jack, visit oceanhouseri.com.
2. Daily grind — Each day, when a mill is up and running, there is a steady and somewhat monotonous hum.
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1. Coming to a grinding halt — The result of wind dying.
Above: This windmill on Bay Street was in close proximity to Ocean House. Above: An offshore wind farm is located nearly four miles from Block Island, RI.
Captain Jack Spratt Captain Jack, Master and Captain of sailing vessel TRIM AGAIN and Motor yacht ENCORE, is a Watch Hill resident, fire department member and has sailed these waters for over 35 years. Known for historical talks at Ocean House and Mystic Seaport Museum, he’s written three books on area history. Look for his talks at OH during the summer months. To learn more and for additional reading, visit Captain Jack Spratt’s blog watch-hill-RI.com.
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Acknowledgements: Ardi Schneider for sourcing many images of Watch Hill windmills from her book Watch Hill Then & Now , Ardith M. Schneider and Roberta M Burkhardt (The Watch Hill Preservation Society, R.I., 2005). // The following assisted in research: Zachary J. Garceau, Archivist, Westerly Historical Society; and Nina Wright, Local History and Special Collections Librarian, Westerly Library & Wilcox Park. // Edward N. Burdick (1866–1935), photographer, took many of the images. Frank Coy (18561929), a local realtor during the windmill period, appears in some of the photos. // Watch Hill Life (Watch Hill, R.I.) 1894-1902, published in Watch Hill, R.I: J.C. Kebabian // Watch Hill Through Time , Chaplin B. Barnes. (The Watch Hill Conservancy, 2005).
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3. Take your turn — The next person in line has their corn or wheat ground on the millstone.
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4. Put your nose to the grindstone — When operating a heavy grindstone, millers bent their heads down very closely to push the wheel.
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The windmill at Highland Lodge (above), built in 1898 lies prostrate on Westerly Road at the corner of Ninigret Avenue, no match for the maelstrom known as the storm of the century, the Great New England Hurricane of September 21, 1938. So went the last vestige of the many Watch Hill windmills, not always appreciated by residents and visitors, though as Miguel de Cervantes writes in Don Quixote: “Sometimes the scariest dragons and the fiercest giants, usually turn out to be no more than windmills.”
5. Three sheets to the wind — If only three of the four arms are set with sails, a windmill is unbalanced and tipsy.
The formation of the Watch Hill Fire District led the way for the introduction of town water in 1901 from the White Rock aquifer which put an end to the windmill blight. The undesirability of the windmills was referenced in another Providence Journal article from June 2, 1902: “There are 111 cottages now on the Hill, and all will be occupied this season. The introduction of the water service last year (1901) has caused the removal of the scores of windmills that formerly dotted the hills. The cottagers are glad to have these UNSIGHTLY machines gone, as they harmonized but little with the handsome summer homes.”
Did you know these common expressions are derived from windmills?
Above: After the 1938 hurricane, a windmill falls at Westerly Road and Ninigret Avenue.
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Aiming for Fun Set on 3,500 arboreal acres close enough to be totally accessible yet hidden away from intrusions of the outside world, Preserve Sporting Club & Residences is Mihailides’ own Disneyesque vision of a sylvan paradise for lovers of the sporting life. Long associated with forested places, shooting sports go to another level at The
“I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.” Henry David Thoreau wrote that long ago, and it has never been more relevant than today as we all yearn to reconnect with nature. As a travel writer, it can seem like I’ve seen it all. I found myself wondering where I might discover a rejuvenating sense of wonder and joy again, as if experiencing it for the first time. Fortunately, I recently got to know the celebrated architect and master builder Paul Mihailides. Entering his superb new Hilltop Lodge at Preserve Sporting Club & Residences in richly forested Richmond, Rhode Island, a feeling of the new and undiscovered came rushing back. Set in the magical woodlands of coastal southern Rhode Island, the sprawling property defies description because there’s nothing else like in in the Northeast—or, in fact, anywhere. The Preserve is home to species that have not been found anywhere else in the state. You may spot a Snow Owl, Golden Eagle, Spotted Salamander, Monarch Butterfly or Praying Mantis. Or if you're near the Hobbit Houses, be on the lookout for a fairy! A showpiece of 21st-century architectural brilliance and a masterpiece of interior design, The Hilltop Lodge stands apart from other luxury resorts not just because of all that it offers, but because of the natural world of which it seems a part. It’s like a gateway to a forest fantasy. It is also now the gold standard for experiential play in this part of the world. Mihailides’ enchanted woodland vision is a luxuriously rustic retreat for mind, body and spirit. With the trees budding and the fish biting, I couldn’t wait to do everything— especially relax.
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The Preserve Sporting Director and Junior Olympic Marksman Above: Whether you crave some pampering or a little adventure, The Preserve offers everything from a luxury spa and equestrian center to zipline courses and a championship golf course.
If your idea of being in nature has nothing whatever to do with sport shooting, The Preserve is a sanctuary of woodland delights and experiences designed for optimum relaxation and joy.
Sporting Director Alec Mihailides—Paul’s son and himself an Olympic-level marksman— is familiar with my experience. He said that often a reluctant spouse or partner will be persuaded to try The Range, only to find an undiscovered love for the sport.
Directly adjacent to Rhode Island’s legendary trail system, guided trail rides, carriage rides and outdoor adventures bring out one’s inner equestrian every time. In spring and summer, riding through the forest is meditation in motion, imparting beautiful sensations that stay with you. Sometimes we want a bird’s-eye view of the forest canopy. With a zipline running 250 feet
Preserve—literally—in The Range, built underground beneath the unreal Sporting Shoppe and featuring row after row of 150-yard shooting lanes, automated targets, every firearm imaginable, and a team of professional marksmen who patiently teach the safe, skillful way to handle a gun. I don’t normally go shooting, but there’s no denying the thrill of being at The Range and learning from an expert while testing my skills. Simply put, it’s a blast (no pun…just really fun).
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OH! Spa at The Preserve, a sister spa to the original at Ocean House, is known for a luxurious and pampering experience. Choose from classic offerings or try a three-hour signature package like the Forest Grounding Ritual, which incorporates the Japanese “healing experience of a forest” with a private steam shower, cedar wood sauna, cleansing bath and sugar body scrub. After being wrapped in warm blankets, guests are treated to a full-body massage. Also new this season is a medical spa component. With an on-site doctor, services include everything from minimally invasive procedures to medical facials.AtThe Preserve Equestrian Training Stables, horses are treated as guests—and guests are treated like royalty—as a staff of absolute experts creates personalized horseback riding experiences for couples, families and little riders just learning how to befriend these regal animals.
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For those seeking aboriginal shooting skills, archery at The Preserve is unequalled anywhere, and for the under 10-year crowd there’s even Nerf archery. In a word: awesome.
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“It really is a game that you play against yourself,” says Alec Mihailides. “There’s hand-eye coordination and a competitive aspect to shooting sports. People like to challenge themselves. They love it and have a greatThosetime.”who don’t come to enjoy The Range come for outdoor sport shooting. In a lovely woodland oasis, sporting clays—the golf of sport shooting, as it’s known—is fantastic fun in a group, or with any one of The Preserve’s welcomingAficionadosinstructors.ofthecontinental hunting style will find themselves among friends on the region’s only 210-foot-high European tower. If sporting clays are more your style, 19 covered open-air shooting pavilions have six clay throwers that are tailored to the individual or group’s desires.
Hobbit Houses are one of the coolest things you will ever see, have a grand celebratory meal in, and remember your favorite passages from The Lord of the Rings. You may be drawn toward the laughter and revelry coming from a Hobbit House but find yourself sidetracked by the glow of a pop-up Safari Tent Scotch and Cigar Tasting Experience. Go with it.
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Once you’ve experienced Hilltop Lodge, it’s hard to fight the urge to stay anywhere else, but The Preserve offers utterly unique accommodation experiences that go beyond the finest of hotels.
Above, left to right: One of 19 open-air shooting pavilions; The Hobbit Houses offer a fine dining experience; The Preserve has a dozen ponds for fly fishing. Below: Shooting sports are the heart and soul of The Preserve.
Fishing in this part of Rhode Island is a best-kept secret among true outdoorsmen, and guests and residents of The Preserve can be one of them. The property sits aside the internationally famed Wood-Pawcatuck Watershed—a dream destination of fly-fishing enthusiasts the world over—and The Preserve keeps 10 fly-fishing ponds fully stocked. The largest is 10 acres across.
Wherever your day begins, The Preserve evenings often end at Double Barrel Kitchen, the cozy restaurant where gourmet specialties and delicious desserts are constantly changing with the seasonal cornucopia of New England.
Of course, some equate fishing with the sporting life. They’re after a different idyllic scene that brings us back to our roots in an almost game-like way for total enjoyment.
off the ground, ziplining here feels like being a bird for exhilarating moments.
Kayaking and canoeing in the WoodPawcatuck Watershed is a flat-paddlers paradise, while golfers will appreciate The Preserve’s 18-hole, par 3 course, plus a hybrid cross-country par 34 configuration designed by famed golf course visionary Robert McNeil.
With its vantage high above The Preserve, guests of Hilltop Lodge will adore the very feel of it—rugged stone and wood, wrapped in luxurious fabrics and stunning décor.
I went to Preserve Sporting Club & Residences, checking into the Hilltop Lodge looking to restore my joie de vivre after what felt like a two-year winter. A few days of shooting, riding, fishing, hiking and dining on local delicacies, all I can say is…mission accomplished.
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Two couples hosted property-wide weddings at Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn
Katherine Kapnick and Louis Solmonson booked the entire Ocean House property for their guests to enjoy, while Katherine Roberts and William Sorin did the same at Weekapaug Inn. They then set about coordinating with the on-site teams to understand all their options and possibilities, and to create unforgettable events for family and friends alike.
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M any events and traditions had to be paused during the pandemic. Weddings fell squarely into that mix, with what would have been milestone events either drastically scaled down or postponed altogether. Now, the time has arrived when those events can once again be planned in all their grandeur—and some couples are embracing every last opportunity to make their big day one to remember.
Left: Katherine Roberts and William Sorin exchange vows by Quonnie Pond at Weekapaug Inn. Right: After the Kapnick-Solmonson wedding at a chapel across the street, a brass band led a procession to the Ocean House for cocktails and dinner.
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“And then all the power went out in the hotel,” Louis says. “We went for dinner, and the chef was on the grill, and we sat pretty much alone in their grand dining room and had this candlelit dinner of grilled steaks and vegetables. It was one of the most memorable moments of the whole week.” AND LOUIS images by NORMAN & BLAKE
the ceremony was held in a historic chapel across the street with both a priest and a rabbi, since Katherine is Episcopalian and Louis is Jewish. Then, the High and Mighty Brass Band from Brooklyn led a procession to the Ocean House terrace for cocktails before a dinner featuring Katherine’s favorite dish: chicken Milanese. After-dinner dancing was in a tent with a diamond-tiled dance floor modeled after La Sponda in Positano, Italy.
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Below: eleganceCasual and attention to detail were key factors in Katherine and Louis’ celebration.weddingfour-day A s the Ocean House Collection Director of Membership and Events, Lauren DiStefano has planned some truly memorable experiences. Even so, the August 2021 wedding of Katherine Kapnick and Louis Solmonson stands“Theout.wedding Katherine and Louis hosted was majestic, sophisticated and joyful,” DiStefano says. “It is one of those weddings you aspire to be a part of as a planner, and I am honored to have helped bring it to fruition. Everything was so well done.”
“Tara Guerard Soirée is an incredible partner to Ocean House,” DiStefano says. “She is an elite event production company that made everything fun.”
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The details were breathtaking. The bride’s wardrobe changes on Thursday, Friday and for Saturday’s ceremony included gowns by Giambattista Valli, Luisa Beccaria and Monique Lhuillier. On Friday, the Daniel E. Johnson Band brought its brand of Nashville country music to a dance party in the sand, and Del’s Lemonade—a Rhode Island staple—arrived with a truckload of frozen lemonade to quench everyone’s thirst.
“Ocean House worked with us to do a fullproperty rental,” Katherine says. “Once we figured out that we could do that, they let us host events on every inch of that property all daySaturday,long.”
All was picture-perfect until Hurricane Henri—the first hurricane to make landfall in Rhode Island in three decades—arrived late Saturday into Sunday morning. Guests had no choice but to leave early. By Sunday afternoon, only Katherine and Louis were left.
Ocean House’s team planned the four-day event with Tara Guerard, who owns an eventplanning company in South Carolina.
“We have cigars here on a daily basis. We sent Mr. Roberts the selection that we have, and he chose what he would like,” says Rachelle Lachica, Director of Catering and Events at Ocean House. “We had a server stand and pass them out. We had cutters available, as well as lighters. It was a nice display with a humidor. There were lounge chairs outside of the tent so guests could enjoy their cigars.”
“It was perfect timing with the vaccine rollout, with everyone having been stuck inside for so long,” Katherine says. “My mom, my aunt and I went up to the Inn for a girls’ week before the wedding. We arrived on a Thursday, relaxed, hung out by the pool, and then we did the welcome rehearsal dinner and drinks and stayedKatherinethere.”stayed in a suite with all her bridesmaids, while William and his groomsmen were together in a cottage. The weather all weekend was spectacular—exactly what everyone hopes a June wedding in Rhode Island will be for an outdoor ceremony.
“It ended up being a beautiful day,” Katherine says. “We had the reception outside as well, in a tent.” Her father is a cigar aficionado, so in addition to requesting a raw bar, the bride also asked the special events team to create a cigar bar.
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S witching their wedding date from September 2020 to June 2021 turned out to be ideal not only for Katherine Roberts and William Sorin, but also for their guests.
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Katherine, who is expecting the couple’s first child in May, says there’s not one thing she would“Whenchange.wewere looking at venues, we walked into the Weekapaug Inn, and it was a no-brainer,” she says. “It’s a cozier, more intimate venue. We could rent out the Inn just for our family and friends, so it was our weekend.”
Another special touch was the dessert bar, in addition to traditional wedding cake. Katherine loves key lime pie, and she wanted smaller-size sweets that guests could grab and bring to the after-party.“Wehada lovely display with key lime pie, crème brûlée, cookie dough pops—a good variety of treats,” Lachica says. “That’s a nice touch. Not everyone likes cake. There was a coffee station as well. We arrange it however guests like it, including with different flavors. I’m doing one soon with specialty coffees.”
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“COAST Presents” Dinner Series
Using fresh, seasonal ingredients from a local farm, notable chefs from across the country join forces with the Ocean House culinary team to craft exquisite three-course meals that are carefully paired with wines from distinguished wineries around the world.
Author Series Meet local authors who will share anecdotes about their newly published memoirs and novels. Books will be available for purchase.
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For the budding wine expert and the food aficionado alike, Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn offer foodie and wine events. These yearround series offer an inside look at the seminars.dinners,farm-freshculinaryphilosophyfarm-to-tablewithhands-onopportunities,wineandbeerandwineeducation
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During this event, shucking instruction will be offered and oyster appetizers will be served paired with wines. The Naturalist will also be on hand to go over the natural and human history of the native oyster.
On select Saturdays each month, join the Ocean House Food Forager for this series. Work hands-on with members of the culinary team in the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts as you master the art of the soufflé, preserve the flavors of the season, and much more. Take home an Ocean House apron and recipes from your class.
Explore nature’s wonders with expert guidance from Weekapaug Inn’s resident naturalist. Comb the beach for treasures, identify native creatures in the salt pond or take in the beauty of a full moon with new friends. Whatever the season, the Inn offers a variety of programs and events to discover the natural beauty of our surroundings.
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ADVENTURESART These programs encompass art education and lectures, guided tours and exhibits with a little wine sipping mixed in. On select weekends, through the Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence Program, we invite talented local artists to showcase their work. Guests are invited to interact with the artists, learn about their process and engage in creative activities.
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Once a month, Ocean House hosts an exclusive wine event. Engage with the Director of Wine Education to discuss the chosen topic and sample a selection of wines during this Saturday seminar. In the Cellar Series Join our Food Forager and Sommelier to explore the symphonic world of food and beverage. Find out why certain complementcombinationseachotherbest. In the SeriesCulinaryKitchenEducation
There are a variety of programs offered for guests at our resorts. Classic films are screened in the Screening Room, colorful cabaret performances are put on in the Drawing Room, and love songs can be heard on the Pond where guests sit under the moonlight.
Allow our team to take care of the details for any holiday. Join us for celebrations large and small—from Easter and Mother’s Day to Fourth of July—and enjoy inspired cuisine, five-star service and good old-fashioned fun!
Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence: Up Close & Personal Lecture Dr. Dennis Waring shares his creative journey and the travels his craft has taken him on. As a master instrument maker, Waring has invented and manufactured instruments of all kinds and has garnered international recognition.
In The Cellar: Pork & Pinot Join our culinary and wine professionals and learn the best ways to enjoy excellent selections of Pinot Noir with delicious pork dishes, in the Center for
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The Ballroom fills with family and friends (and the Easter Bunny!) as you feast on an traditionalbuffetholiday-inspiredimpressivebrunchincludingallofthefavorites.
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10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; $125/ adult*; $65/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
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3 p.m.; $15/person* MAY CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Ocean House, where mom will be pampered with warm hospitality, stunning views and spectacular cuisine. Enjoy a delicious brunch, expertly crafted by our talented culinary experts.
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Enjoy an unforgettable five-star, multi-course meal in COAST on Easter Sunday. Chef and his talented team deliver a spectacular culinary experience, while expansive views of the Atlantic set the backdrop for this special holiday meal. 3 to 7 p.m.; $175/adult*; optional wine pairing $125/person*
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Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence: Reception Help us welcome our artisan for the weekend, harp maker and music educator Dr. Dennis Waring. Enjoy a glass of red, white or sparkling wine while learning about the artist’s education and the instrument-making process. A selection of hand-built lap harps will be on display, and Dr. Waring will talk about his Saturday workshop.
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The Center for Wine & Culinary Arts is an education and entertaining space. Americas and Advisor on the Arts for Ocean House, speaks with Trudy Coxe, CEO & Executive Director of the Preservation Society of Newport County, about the work of protecting some of America’s most impressive and grand houses, including Newport’s The Breakers, Marble House and Rosecliff.
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20 APRIL WINE & CULINARY ARTS “COAST Presents” Wine Dinner
Enjoy an exquisite wine dinner in COAST. A guest chef presents a five-star, multi-course menu with the freshest ingredients, each dish expertly paired with a featured winery. 6 p.m.; Visit oceanhouseevents.com for menus and pricing. ART ADVENTURES
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18 JUNE WINE & CULINARY ARTS In The Cellar: Risotto & Italian Wines Travel to Italy from the comfort of the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts as you learn to perfectly pair some wonderful Italian wines with a true Italian classic dish: risotto.
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3 p.m.; $150/person*
25 JUNE ART ADVENTURES Plein Air Artist & Reception On select weekends, local artists are invited to Ocean House to share their artistic vision and give a demonstration of their skills. Enjoy a reception to meet the artist and earlier that day, catch the artist in action as the sea air, sweeping views of the Atlantic and more than 150 years of history serve as inspiration for a work of art.
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Summer Author Series: Mary Alice Munroe Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and Deborahauthor,Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation and our featured author will be Guest chefs and featured dinnerspresentwinerieswineatCOAST.
From Vine to Wine: Wines of Burgundy Ocean House brings France to you with a tasting of excellent Burgundy wines, in our Center for Wine & Culinary Arts. 3 p.m.; $150/person*
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“COAST Presents” Wine Dinner Enjoy an exquisite wine dinner in COAST. A guest chef presents a five-star, multi-course menu with the freshest ingredients, each dish expertly paired with a featured winery. 6 p.m.; oceanhouseevents.comVisit for menus and pricing.
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5 p.m.; $35/person* 30 JUNE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT American Songbook with Marion Markham Experience an evening of drama and song with resident cabaret performer adult*; $65/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 8 MAY CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS Mother’s Day in COAST Make Ocean House the setting of a memorable Mother’s Day celebration. Long views over the Atlantic, inspired five-star cuisine and world-class service make this the perfect occasion to honor someone special. 3 p.m.; $175/adult*; optional wine pairing $125/person*
16 MAY ART ADVENTURES Summer Author Series: KarenLaurenWilliams,WilligandWhite Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversations and our featured authors will be discussing (and signing) their latest novel: Lost Summers of Newport. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese. 6 p.m.; $38/person*
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Steven Lash, Chairman Emeritus of Christie’s Americas and Advisor on the Arts for Ocean House, sits down with John Hawley, Senior Specialist in Old Master Paintings at Christie’s. 3 p.m.; $15/person*
27 MAY MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT American Songbook with Marion Markham Experience an evening of drama and song with resident cabaret performer Marion Markham. Enjoy a variety of music, including standards, blues, jazz and Latin rhythms with a dash of comedy. Marion Markham mesmerizes with her smooth voice and striking musical ensemble. 8 p.m.; $25/hotel guest*; $35/non-hotel guest*
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21 MAY WINE & CULINARY ARTS In the Cellar: Cheese & Charcuterie Party Join our Director of Wine and our culinary team in welcoming summer with refreshing wines perfectly paired with an impressive charcuterie selection. 3 p.m.; $150/person*
5 p.m.; complimentary 29 JUNE ART ADVENTURES Summer Author Series: Emma Straub Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their herdiscussingfeaturedconversationswillDeborahHousememoirsnewly-publishedandnovels.Oceanownerandauthor,GoodrichRoyce,bemoderatingtheandourauthorwillbe(andsigning)latestnovel: This Time Tomorrow. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese.
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From Vine to Wine: Food & Wine Pairing Basics This is your opportunity to demystify the world of wine pairing. Our Director of Wines will teach the basics behind choosing the right glass of wine to go with your meal so you can really take the enjoyment of wine and food to the next level.
Enjoy an exquisite wine dinner in COAST. A guest chef presents a five-star, discussing (and signing) her newly published novel: The Long Road Home. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese. Visit oceanhouseevents.com for pricing.
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One of the joys of summer is a classic backyard BBQ with ice cold beer. Our culinary and beverage experts share some delicious recipes and stellar brews to serve with them, in this fun class in our popular Center for Wine & Culinary Arts. 3 p.m.; $150/person*
15 JULY MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Lobster Boil & BBQ
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13 JULY ART ADVENTURES Summer Author Series: Amanda M. Fairbanks Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversations and our featured author will be discussing (and signing) her latest novel: The Lost Boys on Montauk. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese.
On select weekends, local artists are invited to Ocean House to share their artistic vision and give a demonstration of their skills. Enjoy a reception to meet painter Harley Bartlett and earlier in the day, catch him in action as the sea air, sweeping views of the Atlantic, and more than 150 years of history serve as inspiration for a work of art.
On select weekends, local artists are invited to Ocean House to share their artistic vision and give a demonstration of their skills. Enjoy a reception to meet the artist and earlier that day, catch the artist in action as the sea air, sweeping views of the Atlantic and more than 150 years of history serve as inspiration for a work of art.
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Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joys of the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare, great music and the sounds of the surf. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*; $65/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
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Celebrate the birth of our nation in style at Ocean House’s Annual Independence Day Beach Ball, featuring an incredible menu, music and celebration, with the Atlantic as the backdrop. Traditional New England lobster boil fare is the star attraction, offering the best of fresh summertime seafood, inspired sides and a colorful fireworks display to finish the night. 7 p.m.; $250/adult* for beach general admission. otheroceanhouseevents.comVisitforeventpricing.
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6 JULY ART ADVENTURES Summer Author Series: LoveringCarola Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation and our featured author will be discussing (and signing) her newly published novel: Can’t Look Away. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese.
5 p.m.; $25/person*
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9 JULY WINE & CULINARY ARTS From Vine to Wine: Rosé Wines of the World Have you ever wondered about the process and creation behind the delightfully sweet and tart rosé wine? Learn with us as our Group Director of Wines guides you through an afternoon tasting of rosé wines in our wonderful Center for Wine & Culinary Arts.
Marion Markham. Enjoy a variety of music, including standards, blues, jazz and Latin rhythms with a dash of comedy. Marion Markham mesmerizes with her smooth voice and striking musical 8ensemble.p.m.;$25/hotel guest*; $35/non-hotel guest*
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21 JULY MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Lobster Boil & BBQ Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joys of the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare, great music and the sounds of the surf.
Enjoy an evening with a local author, discussing a newlypublished memoir or novel. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation and our featured author will be signing a newly published book. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese. 5 p.m.; $35/person*
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Summer Author Series: John Kuhns Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversations and our featured author will be discussing (and signing) his latest novel: They Call Me Ishmael. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese
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In Conversation with Stephen Lash: Dr. Bridget Buxton, Undersea Treasures
6 p.m.; $165/adult*; $65/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
Summer Author Series: Zibby Owens Come and enjoy an evening with noted authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation with author, book influencer, podcaster, publisher and mother Zibby Owens, who will be discussing (and signing) her newly published work: Bookends: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Literature. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese. 5 p.m.; $38/person* New England lobster is on the menu all summer long.
Summer Author Series Come and enjoy an evening with a local author, discussing a newlypublished memoir or novel. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation and our featured author will be signing a newly published book. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese.
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Summer Author Series Come and enjoy an evening with a local author, discussing a newlypublished memoir or novel. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation and our featured author will be signing a newly published book. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese. 5 p.m.; $35/person*
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Lobster Boil & BBQ Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joys of the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare, great music and the sounds of the surf.
The Loire Valley, in central France, is home to a variety of wines, grapes and flavors. Taste your way through some of the best wine selections from the region with our Director of Wines in the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts.
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In the Cellar: Classic Shellfish & Wine Pairings
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What’s the best wine to pair with fresh seafood? Our culinary experts and Director of Wine walk you through the best pairings in our Center for Wine & Culinary Arts.
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On select weekends, local artists are invited to Ocean House to share their artistic vision and give a demonstration of their skills. Enjoy a reception to meet noted maritime painter Russ Kramer, and earlier in the day catch him in action as the sea air, sweeping views of the Atlantic and more than 150 years of history serve as inspiration for a work of art.
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Jonathan Feiler lends his sommelier skills to the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts.
3 p.m.; $150/person*
Lobster Boil & BBQ Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joys of the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare, great music and the sounds of the surf. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*; $65/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 13 AUGUST WINE & CULINARY ARTS From Vine to Wine: Loire Valley
5 p.m.; $35/person*
Steven Lash, Chairman Emeritus of Christie’s Americas and Advisor on the Arts for Ocean House, sits down with Dr. Bridget Buxton, an theglobe,submersibleswhoUniversityarchaeologistunderwaterbasedattheofRhodeIslandhasworkedindeepseaaroundthefromtheBlackSeatowreckoftheTitanic.
3 p.m.; $15/person*
Lobster Boil & BBQ Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joys of the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare, great music and the sounds of the surf.
Lobster Boil & BBQ Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joys of the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare, great music and the sounds of the surf. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*; $65/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 6 AUGUST ART ADVENTURES Plein Air Artist & RussReception:Kramer
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5 p.m.; complimentary 10 AUGUST ART ADVENTURES Summer Author Series: Zain Asher Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation and our featured author will be discussing (and signing) her latest novel: Where the Children Take Us. Includes a copy of the book, wine and cheese. 5 p.m.; $35/person*
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Celebrate Derby Day at Weekapaug Inn, with a Kentucky Derby viewing party at the MeetingHouse. Wear your southern best and enjoy the fun of the race with Derby-themed cocktails— including mint juleps, of course—and great food, all with picturesque views of Quonnie Pond.
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7 SEPT. ART ADVENTURES Summer Author Series: Bill Miller Come and enjoy an evening with local authors, discussing their newlypublished memoirs and novels. Ocean House owner and author, Deborah Goodrich Royce, will be moderating the conversation and our featured author will be discussing (and signing) his newly published novel: The Long Road Home. Includes a copy of the book, wine and Visitcheese.oceanhouseevents.com for pricing.
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3 SEPT. MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Lobster Boil & BBQ Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joys of the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare, great music and the sounds of the surf.
6 p.m; $65/person*
8 MAY CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS Mother’s Day Brunch Enchant mom with the scenery of Weekapaug Inn as she enjoys a threecourse, family style menu showcasing regional ingredients and Chef’s own creative flair. After your meal, find an Adirondack chair on our back lawn to enjoy uninterrupted views of Quonnie Pond with a glass of wine or mug of tea in hand.
6 p.m.; $165/adult*; $65/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
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Savor local oysters with perfectly paired sparkling wines. Our culinary and wine team, along with our resident naturalist, teach the finer points of pairing Champagne with oysters. You’ll learn all about the featured oysters and farm, and how best to prepare oysters at home.
24 APRIL NATURALIST ACTIVITY Trustom Pond Walk Join our naturalist for a two-hour guided nature walk through Trustom Pond, a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is 787 acres, with various wildlife habitats including fields, shrublands, woodlands, fresh and
7 SEPT. WINE & CULINARY ARTS “COAST Presents” Wine Dinner Enjoy an exquisite wine dinner in COAST. A guest chef presents a five-star, multi-course menu with the freshest ingredients, each dish expertly paired with a featured winery. 6 p.m.; Visit oceanhouseevents.com for menus and pricing.
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Preserve the beauty of our beach by taking part in a Weekapaug beach cleanup each month. We will provide you with all the tools you need to help conserve our breathtaking private beach. 10 a.m.; $10, which will be donated to the Audubon Society of Rhode Island saltwater ponds, sandy beaches and dunes. 2 p.m.; $45/person*
7 MAY MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Kentucky Derby Party
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; $85/adult*, optional $50 wine pairing*; $38/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
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17 SEPT. WINE & CULINARY ARTS In the Cellar: Local Harvest – Food & Wine Enjoy the bounty of the best of New England’s produce, seafood and meats, along with wines CulinaryCenterandConnecticut,fromMassachusettsRhodeIslandinourforWine&Arts. 3 p.m.; $150/person*
14 MAY NATURALIST ACTIVITY Beach Cleanup Preserve the beauty of our beach by taking part in a Weekapaug beach cleanup each month. We will provide you with all the tools you
10 SEPT. WINE & CULINARY ARTS From Vine to Wine: Wines of Bordeaux Join our Group Director of Wine as he takes you through a 90-minute journey to Bordeaux, in the southwest of France, to taste a variety of wines in our Center for Wine & Culinary Arts. 3 p.m.; $150/person*
Friends share a toast to celebrate the end of summer.
5 p.m.; $85/person*
Horseshoe Crab Spawning Moon Under the full moon, horseshoe crabs flock into our shallow, protected estuaries by the thousands. Guided by our Naturalist, you’ll venture out to witness the unusual creatures glide across the sandy shallows for their ancient ritual. It is truly an incredible sight to see.
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Spawning Walk Horseshoe crabs flock into our shallow, protected estuaries by the thousands during the summer months. Guided by our Naturalist, you’ll venture out to witness the unusual creatures glide across the sandy shallows for their ancient ritual. It is truly an incredible sight to see, and something you won’t want to miss.
11 JUNE NATURALIST ACTIVITY Beach Cleanup Preserve the beauty of our beach by taking part in a Weekapaug beach cleanup each month. We will provide you with all the tools you need to help conserve our breathtaking private beach. 10 a.m.; $10, which will be donated to the Quonochontaug Beach Conservation Commission
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2 p.m.; $65/person*
Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
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21 MAY WINE & CULINARY ARTS Cork & Canvas: Tulip Painting Enjoy a glass of wine and a lovely afternoon of painting overlooking the Pond. Led by the Ocean House Director of Art Education, this event includes painting supplies and light includingrefreshments,wineandcheese.
5 JUNE WINE & CULINARY ARTS Cork & Canvas: Mermaid Painting Enjoy a glass of wine and a lovely afternoon of painting overlooking the Pond. Led by the Ocean House Director of Art Education, this event includes painting supplies and light includingrefreshments,wineandcheese.
8 p.m.; $45/person*
6 JULY WINE & CULINARY ARTS Pitmasters BBQ
Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring authentic slowand-low BBQ fare and an abundance of summery sides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 7 JULY WINE & CULINARY ARTS Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 9 JULY NATURALIST ACTIVITY Sand Bar & Bites
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Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond, where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin an early summer evening than with food and friends.
10 a.m.; $10, which will be donated to the Weekapaug Foundation for Conservation
21 MAY NATURALIST ACTIVITY
Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond, where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a summer evening than with great food, drink and friends. 5 p.m.; $80/adult* (21+ years)
6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
Fourth of July Clambake Celebrate the Fourth of July with us! Enjoy this charming, family-friendly carnival event with a New England-inspired lobster boil, complete with carnival games, s’mores, live music and spectacular ground fountain fireworks to close out the night. 7 p.m.; weekapauginnevents.comVisit for pricing.
22 MAY NATURALIST ACTIVITY
Sand Bar & Bites
2 p.m.; $65/person*
Pitmasters BBQ
5 p.m.; $80/adult* (21+ years)
Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring summeryandslow-and-lowauthenticBBQfareanabundanceofsides.
12 p.m.; $65/person*
4 JUNE NATURALIST ACTIVITY
5 p.m.; $80/adult* (21+ years)
10 a.m.; $25/person*
16 JULY NATURALIST ACTIVITY Beach Cleanup
14 JUNE NATURALIST ACTIVITY
Head over to Newport with resident naturalist, Captain Teddy, for an afternoon touring the historic Fort Adams and learning about this historic landmark. Includes admissiontransportation,andlunch.
13 JULY WINE & CULINARY ARTS
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Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond, where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a summer evening than with great food, drink and friends.
Preserve the beauty of our beach by taking part in a Weekapaug beach cleanup each month. We will provide you with all the tools you need to help conserve our breathtaking private beach. 10 a.m.; $10, which will be donated to the Weekapaug Foundation for Conservation Fourth of July festivities at the Inn are a special tradition.
WINE & CULINARY ARTS Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 10 AUG.
WINE & CULINARY ARTS Pitmasters BBQ Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring authentic slowand-low BBQ fare and an abundance of summery sides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 11 AUG.
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Lobster Boil
Sand Bar & Bites
23 JULY WINE & CULINARY ARTS Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire.
NATURALIST ACTIVITY
Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond, where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a summer evening than with great food, drink and friends.
7:30 p.m.; $25/adult*; $15/ child ages 4-12* 18 AUG.
Pitmasters BBQ Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring authentic slowand-low BBQ fare and an abundance of summery sides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 27 JULY WINE & CULINARY ARTS Pitmasters BBQ Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring authentic slowand-low BBQ fare and an abundance of summery sides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
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20 JULY WINE & CULINARY ARTS Pitmasters BBQ Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring authentic slowand-low BBQ fare and an abundance of summery sides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary
5 p.m.; $80/adult* (21+ years)
WINE & CULINARY ARTS Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition!
WINE & CULINARY ARTS Pitmasters BBQ
WINE & CULINARY ARTS Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire.
Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring summeryandslow-and-lowauthenticBBQfareanabundanceofsides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 17 AUG.
A Weekapaug Inn tradition!
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Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary Brave moviegoers will watch Jaws while floating in Quonnie Pond.
Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 3 AUG.
Pitmasters BBQ
Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring authentic slowand-low BBQ fare and an abundance of summery sides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 25 AUG.
Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond, where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a summer evening than with great food, drink and friends. 5 p.m.; $80/adult* (21+ years) 31 AUG.
Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges. 24 AUG.
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Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. 6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/ child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 27 AUG.
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23 JULY NATURALIST ACTIVITY Sand Bar & Bites
NATURALIST ACTIVITY Beach Cleanup Preserve the beauty of our beach by taking part in a Weekapaug beach cleanup each month. We will provide you with all the tools you need to help conserve our breathtaking private beach. 10 a.m.; $10, which will be donated to the Weekapaug Foundation for Conservation 17 AUG.
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Jaws on the Pond Join us for a very special viewing of the classic American thriller, Jaws. A truly unique viewing experience, guests will enjoy the film from the comfort of an inflatable float or tube on Quonnie Pond!
WINE & CULINARY ARTS Pitmasters BBQ Enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Pond, featuring authentic slowand-low BBQ fare and an abundance of summery sides. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*; $40/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 4 AUG.
6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 13 AUG.
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Enjoy Instagram-worthy photos at the magical Hobbit House.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; $35/person*; children 3 and under are complimentary 17 JUNE
CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS Paul’s Summer Gig Join us for a fun-filled summer day, with food, drink and entertainment, to celebrate what makes the Preserve so great!
Father’s Day Soiree
24 SEPT. NATURALIST ACTIVITY Birding Walk
11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; $65/ person; $30/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 1 MAY CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS May Day or Maureen’s Holiday Maureen’s Day and May Day, also called Workers’ Day or International Workers’ Day, commemorates the historic struggles and gains made by workers and the labor movement. A special menu of Maureen’s favorite items will feature a Greek Quinoa and Farro Salad Bowl and dessert. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; $65/person*; $30/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 8 MAY
Join us for a fun and festive early summer party, with great food, drink and rustic touches. For more details and pricing, please visit preserveaspot.com.
Treat dad to some pampering at OH! Spa at The Preserve! The Father’s Day treatments include complimentary foot massages, Champagne, charcuterie boards, raffles, prizes and giveaways. Retail and alsopromotionsserviceanddiscountsavailable 3 p.m. to 7; complimentary
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Capture the enchantment of spring with private photo sessions at our worldrenowned Hobbit House. Visit PreserveSportingClub. com for reservations. APRIL Tax Weekend at The Shoppe Stop into The Preserve Sporting Shoppe for special savings. The Shoppe is your Easter Brunch
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9 a.m. to $65/adult*;3:30pm;$30/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 30 MAY CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS Memorial Day Family Fun Celebrate Memorial Day with some outdoor fun and live music. A casual, family-friendly lunch of hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy and more will be served.
ENTERTAINMENT Hobbit
CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS Country Hoedown
one-stop destination for shooting accessories, outdoor and fishing gear and much more. The Sporting Shoppe, 87 Kingstown Rd, Richmond, RI 02898 17 APRIL CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS
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25 JUNE
6 p.m.; $165/adult*, $68/child ages 4-12*; children 3 and under are complimentary 3 SEPT. NATURALIST ACTIVITY Beach Cleanup
5 p.m.; $80/adult* (21+ years)
Enjoy a special opportunity to enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch in Double Barrel Kitchen, followed by wagon rides. The restaurant is usually only open to club members and overnight guests, so don’t miss your chance to dine in our private club.
SPRING & SUMMER ANNUAL
Preserve the beauty of our beach by taking part in a Weekapaug beach cleanup each month. We will provide you with all the tools you need to help conserve our breathtaking private beach. 10 a.m.; $10, which will be donated to the Audubon Society of Rhode Island
2 SEPT
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1 SEPT. WINE & CULINARY ARTS Lobster Boil A Weekapaug Inn tradition! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire.
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As we continue to maintain safety standards and follow health regulations, events are subject to change. preserveaspot.comVisit for the most current schedule. NOTE: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges. MUSIC & House Spring ExperiencePhoto
Mother’s Day Brunch at Double Barrel Kitchen
Through Weekapaug Guided by our naturalist, participants will experience an up-close view of the bevy of migratory birds that will be preparing for their trip south. Cameras and binoculars are encouraged!
6 AUG
10 SEPT. NATURALIST ACTIVITY Sand Bar & Bites
CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS Labor Day Fall Into the Spa Say a fond farewell to summer with indulgent pampering at OH! Spa at The Preserve! Treatments include complimentary foot massages, Champagne, charcuterie boards, raffles, prizes and giveaways. Retail and service promotions and discounts also available. 3 p.m. to 7; complimentary Double Barrel
PRESERVETHE
10 a.m.; $25/person*
Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond, where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a summer evening than with great food, drink and friends.
6 p.m., $88/person*
Join the holiday fun with an Easter bunny visit and wagon ride! Then bring your family to the ballroom for an extraordinary Easter buffet.
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