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This stately 4 bedroom colonial welcomes you home with its beautiful landscaped setting and spacious layout. Quality built with hardwoods on the first floor, family room with brick fireplace, new granite kitchen, large master suite, central air, and 3 full baths. Screened porch, patio, and more. $579,900 Kathy, ext. 114

Enjoy water views of the ocean and Narrow River from this spacious home located on a quiet dead end street. Over 3700 sq. ft. of living area with three bedrooms, 3 full baths, multiple decks, great room with brick fireplace, and more. Lovely views from the master bedroom balcony. $449,900 Marnee, ext. 109

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Four bed, 2-1/2 bath colonial located in a peaceful neighborhood in a prime location near beaches and the ocean. Fireplaced family room, updated kitchen, large screened-in porch overlooking private yard. Vacation or year round living at its best. $394,900 Jack, ext. 102

Sparkling 5 bedroom home set high on a hill in Middlebridge. Walk to Narrow River and boat ramp. Open living concept, cathedral ceilings, freshly painted, den/office, wonderful kitchen and more. Great investment or year round home. $319,500 Marnee, ext. 109

Spacious condo in a great neighborhood. Features include updated kitchen, hardwoods, fireplace, garage, plus private patio in the front and balcony overlooking woods in the back yard. Just a few minutes to the Narragansett beaches. $274,000 Betty, ext. 107

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Charming 1936 colonial with 3 beds and 2 baths set on a bucolic 1.45 acre site. Stainless steel appliances, cathedral ceilings, hardwoods throughout, detached 2 car garage. Grounds are rich with mature landscaping, flowering trees, babbling brook, and stone walls. $264,000 Marnee, ext. 109

Classic three bedroom, one bath ranch set high on a hill on private 1.17 acres. 12 X 12 sunroom addition, living room with wood stove, hardwoods, easy care vinyl siding, newer heating system and roof. Some updates needed. Close to URI, Amtrak, and highway. 199,900 Kathy, ext. 114

Lovely water views from this Â˝ acre lot in Indian Lake. Level, corner lot with approved 3 bed septic design. Access to beach and boating. Building your dream home with canoeing, fishing, and boating just steps from your door. $149,900 Marnee, ext. 109

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Contents Photography (L) by James Jones, (R) José-Navarro Robles

NOVEMBER 2015

Find out how East Greenwich schools ranked so high in Newsweek’s latest polls

This Month 26 Underwater Archaeology Digging for relics beneath the waves

31 An A+ School System Looking at what happens in East Greenwich schools to garner national attention

Every Month 9 Editor’s Note/Feedback 10 Online Exclusives

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41 So Stylish Hang ten with surf lessons at The Break Hotel 42 Life/Style 44 Whole Body 46 Shopping 47 Style Tastemaker

51 So Delicious Local food made fresh at J22 Tap and Table 56 Review 54 Foodie Journal 57 Food Tastemaker 59 Rhody Bites

65 So Entertaining Discovering small treasures in Westerly 70 Calendar 68 On Stage 71 Art View

72 So Approved Sampling desserts that are perfect for this pumpkin-everything time of year

15 So Happening The history of Rhode Island’s turkey king 17 So & So 23 Social Network

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17 Marine Drive South Kingstown: Exceptional waterfront home on Teal Pond w/ expansive views out to Green Hill Pond. Immaculate and will built ready for summer enjoyment. Gorgeous kitchen, wrap around deck, 3-5 beds, master suite, assoc. dock and beach w/parking next to Green Hill Beach. $1,095,000. Mary Ann Lisi 742-7244

67 Prospect Street North Kingstown: 1880 Grand Victorian mansion, carefully restored in 2009 as a single family dwelling w/new mechanicals, electrical, wall coverings, renewed antique woodwork and charm. Sweeping porches, walk to beaches and Wickford Village. Also a legal 3 family. $775,000. Garret Roberts 595-7271

70 Crosswynds Drive Narragansett: Welcome to West Passage, a true seaside hidden gem! Beautiful 4 bed colonialw/winter water views, updated kitchen and baths, spacious master suite and lovely family w/walkout in lower level.$729,000. Lynn Leffray 662-9818

100 Sauga Avenue North Kingstown: The appeal extends far beyond the curb with this Shore Acres beauty! 3-4 beds; water views; a short walk to the beach; not in high-hazard flood zone. An entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream with large spaces inside and out, yet also remarkably cozy and comfortable.$699,900. Pamela Hogan 486-7715

8 Cedar Street Saunderstown: Immaculate, beautiful Plum Beach colonial with open floor plan, vaulted ceilings and sweeping lawn with views out to Jamestown Bridge. And the bay. Contemporary feel with stunning new tiled baths, all glass front and large deck overlooking two lovely acres.$549,000. Mary Ann Lisi 742-7244

93 Preservation Way South Kingstown: Fabulous 2-3 bedroom condo in The Preserve at South County Commons. Features 1st floor master suite, elegant dining room, with raised paneling and tray ceiling, 2nd floor loft, office. Lovely kitchen opens to living room w/vaulted ceiling & gas fireplace. $479,900. Lynn Leffray 662-9818

64 Thomas Anthony Road North Kingstown: Expansion possibilities abound. 2 bedroom, easily expandable to 3 beds with 4 bedroom septic. Generous walkout basement for more additional living space. Private 4.35 acres with 1500 sq ft garage space. Road frontage on 2 streets. $399,964. Patrick Murray 965-4520

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History for the Birds

Horace Vose, Turkey King of Westerly, packs a Thanksgiving turkey for Theodore Roosevelt in 1902

Modern presidents are all about pardoning Thanksgiving turkeys, but back in the late 19th century it was “off with their heads.” Back then, presidents and their families didn’t just feast on any old turkey, but a massive 30-50 pound bird from Westerly’s own Horace Vose. Turn the page to read how the Turkey King fed the first family for 40 years.

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North KiNgstowN: private acres in exclusive 7 home compound. Open floor plan, fresh paint, hardwoods, new carpet. Family room opens to large sun drenched Florida room. Central air, sprinklers, great lower walkout. Near highway/ train. $537,000 Bonnie Kaplan 401-374-4488

south KiNgstowN: Great location, near URI, 2 bed, 1 bath Ranch in need of renovation. Nicely situated on approximately 1/2 acre lot. Roof 2004, septic, 2002, most windows replaced in 2004. Investors/contractors take notice. $169,900 Janice Henry 401-782-5929

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East grEENwich: Classic Southern Colonial on ExEtEr: Adorable Lake View House that’s move lovely flat lot with stone walls and fabulous curb in ready! Gorgeous hardwood floors gleam with appeal. 5 generous bedrooms, front/rear stairpride of ownership. Great open flow! 4 decks for Call us 3tofireplaces, tap into our superior systems cases, hardwoods throughout. Finindoor/outdoor living. Double lot & 3 bed septhat County homes. ishedwill lowersell withSouth rec room and office. Gas heat, tic. Fireplace. Full basement. Year round living! sprinklers, Convenient to all! $699,900 Judy $239,900 John Chapski 401-808-9279 884-8050 | 789-0960 | 294-6700 | 596-0400 | 348-0400 Brady 401-742-8946 ©2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Housing. Owned and operated by NRT LLC. 53938RE 8/13

NarragaNsEtt: Beautiful water views, walk to beach. Legal in-law on 1st floor. Hardwoods, granite counter tops. Must see! $624,900 Richard Leone 401-481-4276

south KiNgstowN: Sprawling Wakefield Ranch with open concept living. Perfect for family or in laws; 1st floor master suite, handicap accessible. Lower level bonus room, 3 season sun room, hot tub, garage, gorgeous very private fenced yard, in town walkability! $379,900 Maura Sayre 401-742-0153

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East grEENwich: Relax on the front porch of this Colonial or on the deck overlooking the wooded back yard. Eat-in-kitchen, family room with fireplace. Generously sized bedrooms, master with bath, tub and separate shower. Secluded, but, close to everything! $375,000 Sharon Moskwa 401-323-6938

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The Turkey King of Westerly Tracing the path of presidential turkeys back to RI Last November, President Obama pardoned two turkeys named Mac and Cheese from a “terrible and delicious fate.” The executive order to spare a turkey in the days just before Thanksgiving is one of those quirky American traditions, right up there with Punxsutawney Phil’s weather predictions, that make for softball news that the whole family can enjoy – even you, cantankerous conservative-leaning grandpa! While there’s still some debate as to which President started this tradition – many point to Truman for this super serious matter – there is absolutely no debating that the close relationship between the leader of the free world and Thanksgiving turkeys can be traced back to the 1870s and a turkey farmer from Westerly named Horace Vose. In 1873, Horace sent then-President and future 50 dollar bill superhunk

Ulysses S. Grant one of his turkeys. Never weighing less than 30 or more than 50 pounds, Horace’s birds were slaughtered, dressed and shipped express directly to the White House. I dare you to try sending a 40 pound dead animal to the President today (no guys, seriously, please don’t try that). Westerly’s “Turkey King” had the honor of providing the First Family with their Thanksgiving and Christmas turkeys for 40 years until he died in December of 1913. His last Thanksgiving proved somewhat scandalous when a former congressman from Kentucky had the audacity to send President Woodrow Wilson a turkey of his own. Though no one knows which bird the president and his family feasted on that Thanksgiving, it’s worth noting that Horace’s bird, Rhode Island born and bred, beat out the pretenders’s at a respectable 37 pounds. –Tony Pacitti

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Lace up those running shoes before or after your holiday food coma The holidays are coming and we can’t stop them. But before you slip into an L-tryptophan induced coma, slip on your running shoes and pack in some dessert-worthy damage control at one of this year’s Turkey Trot races.

Beach at Newport Running Club’s Annual Pie Run, including a USATF sanctioned 5-mile road race and noncompetitive 3-mile walk. Bonus points for non-perishable donations. 8:30am. $25-$30. 792 Valley Road, Middletown.

Turkey Trot; a fully-sanctioned 5K race including prizes for top finishers in multiple divisions and a 1-mile fun run, crafts and music for the whole community. 9am-12pm. Division and Duke Streets, East Greenwich.

November 21: The 35th Annual East Providence Turkey Trot offers 3.1 miles of flat terrain in a brand new location. Fuel up with a pre-race continental breakfast or celebrate with recovery pizza, raffles and post-race prizes. 10am. $18-$22. 275 Mercer Street, East Providence.

November 26: Stroll historical Pawtucket at The Washington Trust Family Turkey Trot 5K and Youth Fun Run with proceeds benefitting the beloved Pawtucket Soup Kitchen. 9:30am youth run; 10am 5K. $15+. 137 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket.

November 28: Saunter or sprint at St. Luke’s School’s 16th Annual Trot Off Your Turkey 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk filled with fast and flat courses that benefit the school’s funding. Finish off the festivities with post-race prizes, raffles and homemade turkey soup. 10am. $12$25. 108 Washington Road, Barrington. –Ali McGowan

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Holiday Stroll, Island Style Block Island offers a lovely local shopping destination Block Island’s 26th Annual Holiday Shopping Stroll is three days of sales, specials and raffle prizes for bargain hunters looking to avoid the typical Black Friday fracas. From 10am on Friday, November 27 to 5pm on Sunday, the 29th, 35 stores and galleries will open their doors to holiday shoppers, with sale pricing of up to 50% off on clothing, island-themed keepsakes, locally made art and those fun gifts you can find only in special places. A first stop should be at the Chamber of Commerce office just steps from the ferry landing in Old Harbor to get your raffle card. Each participating shop will give guests a

stamp, entering them for a chance to win gifts from all participating stores and galleries, with no purchases required. The Island Free Library will host an indoor farmer’s market, showcasing two floors of artwork, baked goods, jewelry, pottery and photography. On Water Street is the giant colorful lobster pot and buoy Christmas tree, so if you stay until the last boat, you will see it lit with hundreds of lights, giving you one last view of the island as you ride home with bags full of deals and maybe a little something for yourself. Block Island Chamber of Commerce, 466-2474. www.blockislandchamber.com –Todd Corayer

Each year, Harold Hatfield builds a Christmas tree out of lobster traps for the holidays

Lend a Helping Hand, or Paw Two ways to help those in need this month On Saturday, November 7, Boy Scouts from the Narragansett Council will be collecting canned goods around the state for their 28th Annual Scouting for Food Drive for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Scouts will be delivering door hangers to homes the week prior to the collection, then will hit the pavement at 9am that Saturday morning to collect. All you need to do is leave your donation in a bag in an accessible area for the scouts to pick up. For more info, and for a list of most needed items, visit 20

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www.rifoodbank.org. If you don’t get a door hanger, you can bring a donation to the Scout retail location at 1276 Bald Hill Road in Warwick. Friends of Homeless Animals (FOHA) will be hosting their Raise the Woof 2015 silent auction on Saturday, November 21 at the Shriners Imperial Room at Rhodes Place in Cranston. Tickets are $25 and include entry into the auction, hors d’oeuvres and more. All proceeds go towards caring for the dogs in FOHA’s care, and saving more dogs in need. www.fohari.org –Tony Paciti

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Australian National Maritime Museum have traveled across the world to Rhode Island. They would like to be part of the team that discovers the Endeavour, which Australians consider to be their country’s founding vessel. Because of the historic importance of the Endeavour and the transport fleet, RIMAP, a 501(c)3 not for profit, undertook a long process to protect the vessels. Historic shipwrecks are already federally protected, but there was the possibility that a salvage award would be taken, despite their considerable and continual efforts. Members of RIMAP partnered with then-Rhode Island attorney General Sheldon Whitehouse to protect the fleet in federal court. With RIMAP as its agent, the state of Rhode Island took a salvage award and later took title to the fleet. The initial search for the transport fleet involved an underwater survey of the waters surrounding Rhode Island. The search yielded a great deal of information, not all of it helpful. The survey, finished in May of 2013, noted many locations deserving further study. D.K. says it was not possible at the outset to guess whether each location might be

a ship, an outcropping of rock or something completely unexpected. “Could be geology; could be modern trash. We’ve actually found a couple of torpedoes,” says D.K. “The EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) team from the Navy came [but] they were not live torpedoes. Since they were inert there was no reason to do anything about them.” Members of RIMAP – experienced volunteers under the direction of professionals – have made multiple dives on nine ships that meet the general size of the Endeavour in recent years, and in the summer and fall of this year, as well. Scheduled dives in September continued to gather information on the ships located, but it is a painstaking process and definitive identification might not be possible after so many decades have passed. Each discovered ship is carefully measured, and logs are kept of every dive. Artifacts found – whether of wood, textiles, ceramics or glass – are preserved and studied, as they could potentially yield more information about the ship from which they were removed. Items found so far include a glass bottle, ceramic teapot and lead collar. “It’s very complicated,” D.K.

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long-term volunteers. Deb says she first got involved with RIMAP in the late ‘90s because the history intrigued her. “I dived for lobsters or for pleasure on vacation, so this was totally something different,” she says, explaining her fascination with “the history of Captain Cook and how he sailed around the world… that one of the frigates in Newport Harbor might be his.” Although the sunken transport vessels have received the most interest of late, Rhode Island has the most shipwrecks per square mile of any state. Shipwrecks in Rhode Island waters include ships from Colonial-era, steamships, industrial barges, 19th century yachts, as well as more modern vessels. Among the many sunken ships RIMAP has investigated over the years is a steamship called the Empire State. Deb was assigned the Empire State as her own boat to map in 2001 after she had dived on a number of boats in Newport Harbor with RIMAP teams. With diving partner John Hoagland, also a RIMAP volunteer, Deb mapped out the location of a steamship sunk in the shallow waters of a popular fishing spot alongside the wall in Independence Park in Bristol. The steamship caught fire and sunk in May of 1887 and now rests in the shoal. It is one of many historic ships that exist under the waves unbeknownst to most Rhode Islanders. Deb says she and John used lines,

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By the Numbers It would be easy to say that EGHS succeeds because, well, it’s in East Greenwich and that’s where we keep all the money. While that’s an entertaining punch line, it’s not wholly accurate. The Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, in its most recent five-year estimate, listed East Greenwich’s “median household income” as $96,438. That’s second in the state behind Barrington’s $103,696. However, InfoWorks!, the Rhode Island Education Data Reporting site, shows that, in annual “per pupil spending,” East Greenwich dispenses $14,987, well below the statewide average of $15,740.

Looking Beyond for Inspiration Starting his seventh year as Superintendent of East Greenwich Public Schools, it’s safe to say that Dr. Victor Mercurio has heard all the money comments before. “Schools only exist,” he replies, “in so far as people show up to teach and learn everyday. And, in this community, it’s a full community effort.” It’s easy to believe that he values the notion of community because he says the word “we” almost exclusively when he needs a pronoun. Daily, Mercurio hears ideas from school board members, teachers, parents, kids, even those looking to relocate to East Greenwich, but aren’t residents yet. “We have a lot of families move here from other parts of the country and literally from outside the United States who have experience in schools as students and parents that’s different from what we offer here. Those folks are always challenging our thinking to say, ‘Have you considered what other districts are doing?’” East Greenwich parent, Patty Horoho, who currently has two children in the high school, says that the district’s success is based on positive involvement from a variety of people. Both EGHS and Cole Middle School have “great contact with the families.” She is enthusiastic to be part of a school system that genuinely courts parental involvement and opinion, while encouraging faculty and staff to participate in their schools beyond the classroom. She recalls, “I‘ve always felt the strong presence of the administration. At Cole I would see Principal Meyer at every little event.” That dedication is celebrated by each school’s PTG (Parent Teacher Group). They’re

extremely active in both advocacy and giving credit when it’s due. They elicit parental involvement through emails and sign-up lists. The PTGs are known for holding their families accountable to be a part of the solution by urging parents to participate in school board meetings and individual building planning sessions as well. This environment of challenging established mindsets is just rhetoric without the reality of implementation. The School Department doesn’t just wait around for people to point out budding avenues of progress either. Part of their success in recent years is their effort in actively seeking out potential opportunities even if, on the surface, they don’t seems like natural fits. The Chromebook 1:1 rollout that was initiated last year at the high school actually began five years ago with a discussion regarding technology possibilities and what other schools are doing. Mercurio remembers, “We went to Burlington, MA, a community not necessarily like ours in demographics, but they were pursuing something from a teaching and learning standpoint that was intriguing.” Michael Podraza, EGHS’s Principal, vehemently

agrees with the necessity to reach beyond his building’s walls for inspiration. “Fortunately, in this era of connectedness we are more able than ever to hear and learn about innovative practices and reach out to educators and schools – locally, nationally and globally… In this day and age, we must take advantage of the experts and innovators who are just a click away.” This by no means negates the good old-fashioned phone call or the face-to-face sit down. Podraza is regularly on the phone with Cole Middle School Principal Alexis

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Meyer. The two buildings share departments for Common Core subject areas in grade 6 through 12, and those members meet together monthly. This lends itself to forward thinking but also to practical problem solving. It’s one thing to give everyone in a school building Chromebooks, it’s quite another to establish positive habits of use and maintain the hardware. These are issues that will, no doubt, remain ongoing as students enroll and graduate from the high school. Another “problem” that’s being aggressively “solved” is unifying school start times across the district. This would mean later start times at the high school and middle school. The first bell rings in both buildings at 7:33am, however the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no class begin prior to 8:30am. School Committee meetings will continue this year to address the realities of busing and financing for the issue. Permanently altering the length of the academic day impacts the school district’s community as a whole, which, as it turns out, may be when East Greenwich shines the brightest. Superintendent Mercurio celebrates that “the expectation and support in the District runs literally pre-K through 12. There’s no one in the municipality who comes to work everyday and doesn’t try to solve problems.” The Superintendent, while heaping accolades on Podraza and the high school for the Newsweek ranking, is also quick to praise his other schools as invaluable in developing life-long learners: “That high school is fed by four truly outstanding elementary schools and one truly outstanding middle school.” The latter are trying to accelerate through the curve by finalizing full-day kindergarten across all elementary buildings, while the former touts its existing kid-centric mission and programming. Cole has a self-developed Advisory

Archie R. Cole Middle School Principal Alexis Meyer

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program where small groups of students meet with one staff member once a week. The goal is for each child to have at least one adult in the building with whom they have a connection. Annually, the faculty revise and update the curriculum based on the current and future needs of the students. Principal Meyer even has her own Advisory kids.

Letting Students Know You Care Perhaps it’s that hands on approach that leads to success? Mrs. Meyer quotes the opening line of her school’s mission statement, which starts differently from many: “We believe we can make a difference in the lives of our students.” She says that, “the most important thing you can do for the kids in your building is let them know you care. Work hard to create those relationships, and that’s the culture that let’s them thrive. It’s that simple.” This environment can be seen from the high school down to The Early Childhood Program at Meadowbrook Elementary School. The only pre-K classes in the district, their inclusive classes offer students with special needs an opportunity to learn beside “peer models,” who are considered more “typical” learners. “Peer model” families also pay tuition and are not solely East Greenwich residents. The program is small and currently has 48 students enrolled, with many moving up to kindergarten within the public school system depending on need.

Principal Meyer with Assistant Principal Daniel Seger

Making kids feel cared for means stability and structure in staffing. Meyer says, “the leadership in the district has been somewhat stable. It’s only my personal opinion, but I think that has a powerful impact on how schools perform and the commitment that people have to their buildings and staff.” Meyer knows a little something about commitment to a building. She has been a fixture at Cole for years. She’s served as principal for seven years, after two as assistant principal. In fact, she started her educational career as a teaching assistant at Cole. Podraza was assistant principal at EGHS for four years during a string of interim and shorttime appointed principals. And, while the school was doing relatively well, his selection by Mercurio (who began as superintendent in 2009) and unanimous appointment by the school board as principal in spring of 2011 was a relief, and let the community really begin planning for the future. Podraza continues to have strong support from the school board and superintendent’s office, which allows his building’s faculty and staff to spotlight the kids. “When schools are able to focus on learning, students’ passions are activated and the educators’ ability to “personalize” occurs organically. Then, as a byproduct, the need for artificial and extrinsic rewards to compel learning is greatly reduced.” He’s happy about the Newsweek ranking because it highlights the hard work of his school community. That being said, he is pragmatic

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about the reasons EG jumped so significantly this year: “It is very difficult to know the precise reason. Each and every publication’s school rankings are generally comprised of different elements and variable weights that they assign to each category to evaluate and rank schools according to their metrics.”

How Some are Ranked Extrinsic rewards and ranking schools based on performance metrics are not anything new. “I would argue,” says Mercurio, “that the discussion around metrics took place 30, maybe 40 years ago when the district was comparing itself based on SAT scores.” Data-based school ranking is admittedly incomplete because there’s an immense amount of information to cull, so publications, as Podraza mentions, pick a small number of specific data points for their focus, mostly based on what they think the interests are of their particular readership. The Newsweek list’s target area was college readiness and measured aspects like average SAT/ACT scores, counselor to student ratio, and student retention. But like most things in life, decisions are based one the information available at the time of evaluation. Barrington High School found itself, unfortunately, and notably, out of Newsweek’s top 500 (after an awesome showing at #200 in 2014) due to lack of information. In a

September 24 posting, EastBayRI.com reported that the drop was the result of incomplete application data. The school failed to submit some statistics regarding college enrollment. In good news, all the data was present for Barrington last month when Nayatt School, along with the aforementioned Cole Middle School, and Pawtucket’s Francis J. Varieur Elementary School were named National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2015. Rankings and awards can be used as powerful tools for schools in public relations. Many families take school systems into deep consideration when relocating, as Mercurio can attest. And good press can serve to accentuate specific attributes or bring attention to an overlooked school. In the same issue as “America’s Top High Schools” Newsweek also published its annual “Beating the Odds” ranking, which used the same metrics, but focused on schools that are succeeding in college preparation despite economic disadvantages in a portion of their student body. This year, Providence’s Classical High School ranked #113 on this list. For his part, new Commissioner of Education Dr. Ken Wagner is hoping that the Newsweek rankings will serve to remind Rhode Islanders and show the rest of the country that education in our little state is making big strides. He says in a statement: “I was pleased to see that Classical High School and EGHS have earned high rankings in national publications, and I want to

congratulate the students and educators at Classical and EGHS. These rankings recognize both the high achievement levels of the students at these two schools and the commitment to enhanced coursework for all students. “We should be proud that Rhode Island has many excellent high schools deserving of recognition for their personalized approach to learning, including career-and-technical schools, schools for the arts, charter public high schools, an environmental-studies school and a virtual-learning high school. Having great high schools makes Rhode Island a wonderful state for students and families to live, to learn and to do business.” East Greenwich continues to be beautiful, and delicious, and historic, and smart (and probably 50 other things too). As such, the class bell continues to ring at EGHS and the recognition has not gone to the principal’s head. Podraza refers to it as the “culture of ‘never-done.’” It’s something that the best schools constantly practice. “They know,” he says, “that no matter how ‘successful’ a school or person has been in the past, these past successes will not dictate our, or our students’, success in the future. As a consequence we are constantly looking ahead to how can we best serve our students learning now and in the future. We might not always get it right, or create the perfect program, however there is tremendous value in giving efforts to the never-ending search to improve and better serve our students.” November 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND

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Seas the Day Though Andrea and Dr. Jayson Spas tied the knot at Towers in Narragansett in 2008, the couple eschewed buying a home in the area right away and instead, remained focused on their respective graduate school studies. Jayson, who today is a clinical psychologist and professor with a private practice in Wakefield, and Andrea, an Assistant Director of Special Education in a local South County school district, nested in a small beach house in Scarborough until they reached their early career goals, collecting mental notes and small treasures for when they shared a place they could call their very own. Just two years ago, the Spas decided it was the right time to explore the neighborhoods of coastal South County. As

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soon as they walked through a warm, sun-filled contemporary home in desirable South County Hills, they knew their patience had been rewarded. “When you walk through the front door, down the hall and through the sliding glass doors, you see the pond,” says Andrea. “We just knew.” The couple’s dream home wish list included an open floor plan, spacious kitchen, a fireplace and a formal dining room large enough to accommodate their families for both special occasions and casual gatherings. But more than all of that, the Spas say the setting was the most critical element. “We have always wanted to live somewhere coastal, and Matunuck has such a community feel.” Though they knew they’d have to roll up their sleeves and work

to make the home’s somewhat dated interior reflect their shared “casual coastal” aesthetic, the Spas had no doubt the house was “the one.” “This is our first home - we both were in grad school for many years so we wanted to get the home of our dreams. We wanted to take our time and be ready for a home like this,” explains Andrea. Soon after the closing, the couple tackled the kitchen: the unrivaled heart of the home. “We’re not afraid to get our hands dirty,” says Andrea, laughing. Though they kept the footprint intact, they replaced the appliances with upscale, modern stainless steel versions, added granite countertops, included interesting fixtures including a pot-filler style faucet, changed all of

the lighting fixtures to glass mason-jar style pendants from Pottery Barn, and painted the cabinets and walls in hues that celebrate the nearby sea. Andrea then added pops of color for visual interest. “I love teal, so we included teal accents with the Kitchen Aid mixer and the bar stools,” she says. “We basically put in a new kitchen,” says Jayson. He’s clear to point out, however, that while the previous style wasn’t in line with the couple’s taste, overall the home was in pristine condition. “It was in really good order but we updated it to make it our own. The former owners took great care of it and we’re really grateful they took such care of the house and property.” The first-floor half-bath was also reinvented from top to bottom to reflect

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of her design projects have spurred a new passion for her. “I love it,” Andrea acknowledges. “If I weren’t in my current position, I would love to do interior design.” But as much as they have enjoyed making the inside of the home their own, the couple, along with their beloved Yorkshire Terrier, Baxter (who they admit, rules the house), relish their outdoor space the most. With the property bordering the pond, the Spas had a landscape architect design a plan that maximized the water views, creating a welcoming

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That is the mantra of Kristy and Duran Searles, owners of the new store in Peace Dale – Painted Karma. The shop was born of frustration. “We were trying to furnish our first house and couldn’t find anything to fit our style,” says Kristy, “so we started making our own.” Soon friends and neighbors were asking for pieces and voila – a business was born. This dynamic duo handles everything from finding the inventory to adding the finishing touches. Duran does the construction and electrical work, Kristy mixes her own paints and does the fabric work. Painted Karma, appropriately

repurposing an old Peace Dale schoolhouse, is an ever-changing mosaic of items simply because the Searles’ never know what they will find to work on. Each piece is one-of-a-kind. Some are freshended up with new paint and hardware, while others are totally repurposed. Thus an old door becomes a book shelf, a bureau morphs into a padded bench and a chicken coop transforms into a cocktail table. One recurring item they love to work with is old luggage. Kristy turns the bags into storage tables while Duran takes grandpa’s old valise and kits it out into a funky portable speaker. Sure to catch the eye and bring a smile,

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store*four is celebrating a big birthday. How has your boutique changed in ten years? What has stayed the same? Since store*four opened in 2005, we have evolved into a store that is known for having that “it” gift for weddings and hostesses. Over the last ten years our customers have come to trust our advice about gifts and decor and have learned that our choices are current and affordable. Our proximity to Wakefield Liquors also allows us to provide a great resource to our customers and their entertaining needs. Our home accessories and entertaining essentials are carefully chosen to provide a distinctive selection to enhance our customers’ lifestyles. The emphasis is on heirloom quality and timeless style. We take the time to offer advice and help you choose the best gift for each recipient. This is a constant and always will be at store*four. Whether helping to discover the perfect gift, assisting to accessorize a dinner table or an entire home, it is very rewarding to offer advice and a personal shopping experience to all of my customers. What home decorating tips can you share for transitioning from Halloween to the holidays? I believe that simple elegance and layering can transition you through all of the seasons. Start with a beautiful tablecloth or runner in your dining room. All you have to do is layer or change your accessories. A sophisticated, layered look will transition you from the fall through the winter. You can add colorful napkins for Thanksgiving and then add accessories such as our beautiful Italian Vietri hand-painted pieces for your Christmas display. Once the holidays are over you can leave the cloth and layer more pieces for winter, such as beautiful pinescented Voluspa candles. For the other rooms in your home, a cozy and luxurious Sferra throw can change the feel of a room by adding color, texture and warmth. We also have myriad colorful or neutral French tea towels. They can

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hang in the powder room or kitchen and can even be used as mini-tablecloths, placemats or runners. This is a quick and affordable way to add style and refresh the look of your room. store*four celebrates each season with expert style. What’s your favorite season, and why? We love the holidays because it is a time of remembrance and family. It brings warmth to the home and table. I love that with so many occasions for entertaining, the holidays become a wonderful opportunity to showcase your home. Occasionally our customers will bring in photos from their homes so we can help them style their mantles or dining tables. Often with a little refresh of your accessories you can achieve your dream look for any season. The holiday time is also an opportunity to collect special one-of-a-kind pieces that can be enjoyed for generations. I love receiving our shipments of handpainted Italian pottery and handmade Annie Glass pieces. We order these pieces sometimes as early as March so that the artisans will know how many to create. I love that our customers enjoy these pieces as much as we do. The holidays bring holiday parties. What are your most popular host/ hostess gifts? Hostess gifts are a specialty that we have become known for! We have many options in different price ranges for all occasions and circumstances. We love

working with our customers to find stylish and sophisticated hostess gift. Sometimes you may not know your hosts’ taste or colors. Even in that case we will help you find something elegant and stylish that will mix with any decor. We also can combine items in our store with anything purchased next door at Wakefield Liquors (such as a bottle of wine, champagne, beer or bourbon). These customizable gift baskets are popular because they are great for everyone. An example is to incorporate consumable items, such as our imported snacks and crackers with a bottle of wine with a beautiful dishtowel. That way your hostess has something to keep and something to eat and drink. What can readers expect during the holidays at store*four? Many times during the holidays customers have told me that shopping with us takes the stress out of gift giving. We strive to make the shopping experience stress free and calm at such a busy time of year. We will have samples and specials all season long and possibly a few surprises. We always offer complimentary gift-wrapping, but at this especially hectic time of year that can save our customers so much time.

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Taste of the Land and Sea In a state swimming with farm-to-table restaurants, it takes something special to really stand out. Jamestownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest restaurant, J22 Tap and Table, has done just that, with burgers sourced from farms you could almost throw a rock at and hit and fish that swim around our bay. Turn the page to read more about their hyper-local cuisine.

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So Delicious | Review

By Stacey Place

Small Menu, Big Flavor J22 Tap and Table does farm-to-table the right way Brewing East Coast IPA ($6) and my friend had Pawtucket’s Foolproof Brewing’s King of the Yahd ($6). Other local beers were available from Grey Sail Brewing, Ravenous Brewing Company and the Proclamation Ale Company. If beer isn’t your thing, J22 also offers a good-sized list of wines, as well as a vast and varied specialty cocktail menu. Seeing Matunuck Oysters on the appetizer menu, I immediately ordered a half dozen. Although they were listed for $1.95 a piece, we were pleasantly surprised when we got the bill and saw they were only $1/ea. Apparently this great deal is only available before 6pm during the restaurant’s Buck-a-Shuck promotion. If I had known that, I would have ordered a dozen! As always, the Matunuck oysters were amazing. What made them even better was the accompaniment of home made cocktail sauce. The sauce was full of pure tomato flavor with plenty of horseradish kick on the back end. We also ordered a Mixed Green Salad ($9.95) with sliced apple, goat cheese and lemon-truffle vinaigrette. Although the salad was huge, it needed more goat cheese and apple to balance the mound of fresh greens. The dressing was very light but complemented the tang of the goat cheese perfectly. After reading that J22 sources all of

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its fresh fish from Pt. Judith (though I am wondering where the salmon on the menu came from), I knew I wanted fish. The fish entrées are served with a choice of sauces (olive tapenade, romesco or heirloom tomato salsa) and seasonal vegetables. I chose the Yellowfin Tuna ($24.95) with romesco sauce. My portion of tuna was rather large for the price, and was so tasty,

it really didn’t even need the sauce. It was seared to perfection and kept rare on the inside, which is just the way I like it. The romesco sauce was a nice blend of roasted red pepper, lots of garlic, ground almonds, a hint of chili and the tang of red wine vinegar. Even though the fish was flavorful on its own, the sauce paired perfectly with it. On the side, there was a medley of mashed butternut squash, baby eggplant, swiss chard and roasted potatoes. Honestly, if you had told me ahead of time those were the night’s seasonal vegetables, I wouldn’t have thought that was a winning combination. Yet, I absolutely loved the vegetables and ate every last bite. On the way to the restaurant, we passed Windmist Farm and saw their famous Belted Galloway Cows grazing in the pasture in front of the Newport Bridge. If you are not familiar with these beauties, they look like Oreos with their black fur separated by a white stripe around their middles. Coincidentally, the J22 Burger ($13.95) my friend ordered came from this farm, so I don’t think you can get more local than that. The burger was simply topped with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and white onion. After a few bites of the hamburger, my friend said, “I don’t often rave about a

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J22 Tap and Table is located in the heart downtown Jamestown on Narragansett Avenue, less than a block from Narragansett Bay. The restaurant is named after the popular racing sailboat known as the J22 and opened in late June. By anyone’s standards, the restaurant is small and only has ten tables and a small bar, which seats 12. The atmosphere is casual, but the space is very cozy and perfect for a cool Jamestown night. The large windows at the front of the restaurant let in lots of natural light and provide a nice view of the action out on Narragansett Avenue. J22 Tap and Table’s menu is not large, but that is how it should be in a restaurant that wants to be known for sourcing hyper-local ingredients and serving everything fresh. As our excellent waiter, Chris, explained, everything in the restaurant is made from scratch – from the hamburger buns to the fettuccini noodles to the cocktail sauce. The menu changes often, depending on what ingredients Chef Christophe Jalbert has available to use in his small but open kitchen. To warm us up from the cold, fall night, my friend and I each ordered a beer. I love sampling local beers and was impressed by the variety J22 offered. I started with Wakefield’s own Whaler’s

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person could eat alone. The term farm-to-table is one that has been used so much we barely listen to it anymore. It is simply a practice that good restaurants adhere to. My friends and I seek out restaurants that serve local products and try to stay away from chain restaurants or restaurants that get their food from the back of a Sysco truck. J22 Tap and Table is a restaurant doing it the right way. Not only do they buy local ingredients, Chef Jalbert has a deft hand in making those ingredients sing on the plate. Food that is fresh and local doesn’t need to be deep-fried or covered in sauce to make it taste good. I will definitely return to J22, and I certainly won’t make the mistake again of ordering too few oysters.

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An Iconic and Delicious Return John Granada had always envisioned owning his own restaurant. Eighteen years ago he worked at the iconic Post Office Café in East Greenwich before it sadly closed. He then spent the last 13 years as the executive chef at Camille’s on Federal Hill. But he knew that the building that once housed the Post Office Café was just begging to be reborn. He knew the location was a perfect fit for him and his family, and now he runs the place with his wife, Sherry, and his children, Danielle and John. “I had always envisioned owning this restaurant and returning it to its greatness,” John says. Now, let’s talk food. John has updated the menu to make it more modern as well as having incorporated seasonal takes on classic Italian dishes. Think of osso buco, duck and short ribs as the seasons begin to chill. But you can also

expect crispy Point Judith calamari – Federal Hill style – and duck fat popped popcorn. John created this menu by taking what he’s found to be his best sellers throughout the years and modernized them with whimsical renditions and intense flavors. As far as drinks, he’s playing around with infused, barrel-aged cocktails. His latest creation is a Green Apple Cinnamon Bourbon, perfect to warm you up from the inside out. If you’re having a hard time choosing what you’d like to try first, here’s John’s recommendation: “start with a great bottle of wine, the Salumi board (imported meats and cheeses) and Shrimp Santiago (jumbo Gulf shrimp wrapped in prosciutto di parma, flambéed in Sambuco, over baby spinach and candied pignoli nuts).” He then suggests you move on to the Spinach and Apple Salad with warm pancetta

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‘Tis the Season for Whiskey Who doesn’t want to be in a room with over 150 bottles of whiskey? (For the record I don’t want to be in the same room as the person who has no interest in that.) As the weather gets colder, the intake of whiskey and bourbon tends to go up. What better way to celebrate the season, or any time of year really, than bellying up to the Whiskey Bar at the Carriage Inn and Saloon? Surround yourself with cozy stonewalls, red brick accents and an oversized wood-burning fireplace – all that’s missing are leather-bound books, rich mahogany and an appearance by Ron Burgundy. Believe it or not, the demographics for whiskey drinkers have changed significantly in recent years. Women make up a large percentage of whiskey imbibers,

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and the Carriage Inn and Saloon is smartly capitalizing on that. They are working on creating a Women’s Whiskey Club and a Whiskey Flight Club. The Women’s Club would be geared towards networking, whiskey education and exclusive offers. The Flight Club would give members the opportunity to try as many whiskeys as possible while gaining eligibility for whiskeyrelated prizes. Their hope is to have over 200 whiskeys in house by the end of the year. This will include many single malt and blended malt scotches, a great selection of American, Irish and Canadian varieties as well as flavored whiskey, bourbon and rye. 1065 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown. 294-8466, www.CarriageInnandSaloon.com

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Brewed Awakenings adds adult beverages to their menu It’s the little coffee shop that could. Founded in 1996 in Johnston, Brewed Awakenings has steadily expanded to occupy five locations throughout the state – as well as offer a menu that swelled from just coffee to, well, just about anything that pairs well with coffee (breakfast, lunch, dinner, sweets, the works). Speaking of things that pair well, this past summer, owner David Levesque added a liquor license, beginning with beer and wine and then expanding to include liquor and cocktails. Thirty-year bartending veteran Bob Woodstock helped to mastermind the boozy offerings. How did you get into coffee, following three decades behind the bar? Dave asked me to [laughs]. I had a dream to open my own coffee house someday – to get out of the night scene, and into days. I’ve been a coffee enthusiast for a while, and have learned barista skills, I went to NY Coffee Fest a couple of years ago for training. There are actually a lot of similarities between bartenders and baristas. For either one, you have to be precise, take pride in what you do and engage with the customer at the counter.

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Let’s talk booze. How did you learn the craft? I got into bartending when I first moved from Michigan to Rhode Island in 1985, and went to work at TGI Fridays – the one in Warwick. I still live just a block away. It was different back then from what it is now. The mixed drink scene

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was big there, and I got drawn into the bottle-flipping kinds of bartending competitions through it. I traveled around the world to do them including in Taiwan, Annapolis, Dallas, Boston, you name it. Did you have a signature drink? Yeah, the “Walk A Block and Drop,” Named for obvious reasons. It had something like 11 different liquors in it. What was the vision behind acquiring a liquor license? It was never about creating a bar per se. We’re a coffee shop. We just wanted to attract more people, and have more options to offer. Our customers are not just coffee drinkers, and they don’t all come in one part of the day. The licensing was surprisingly easy: we went to town meeting and got approved quickly. I think it was clear that we weren’t gunning for a happy hour culture, and that the change would contribute something good to our neighborhoods. With us, you can sit outside and have a nice drink – whether it’s a beer, cocktail or a coffee. Why put coffee and booze together? In a general sense, we aimed to create more of a pub or cafe atmosphere – which are places where coffee drinks and alcoholic drinks have been served side-by-side for a long time. And with coffee-based cocktails, actually mixing

alcohol and coffee together, it’s a pretty natural pairing, too. Most people are surprised by how well liqueurs and coffee go together, but they do. How did you put together your alcoholic drinks menu? We made an “adult” version of some drinks that we already offered, like with the sweet, frozen coffee drinks. Our grownup version of the Cookie Monster, which is kahlua-based, is a huge hit. We also do a set of coffee cocktails, too. As for beer and wine, we curated that based on what we like. Dave and I went to a lot of tastings [laughs]. How are people receiving it all? Beer and wine took off this past summer – and the hottest thing was the sangria. I make it using a recipe I’ve worked with for years. And we’ve grown from there. People are continually surprised when they learn that we serve alcohol, too. They don’t expect it, and they’re pretty happy about it. Can I have the sangria recipe? I can’t share everything.

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Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$ Café Nuovo Contemporary New World cuisine. 1 Citizens Plz, Providence, 4212525. LD $-$$$ Capriccio Upscale international food with a northern Italian/Mediterranean accent. 2 Pine St, Providence, 421-1320. LD $-$$$ Carriage Inn & Saloon Regional comfort food accompanied by a whiskey bar. 1065 Tower Hill Rd, North Kingstown, 294-8466. D $-$$

Champlins Seafood Dockside fresh seafood serving easy breezy cocktails. 256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, 783-3152. LD $-$$ Chez Pascal/The Wurst Kitchen Seasonal farm-to-table cuisine with a French accent. House made sausages, hot dogs and accoutrements. 960 Hope St, Providence, 421-4422. LD $-$$$ Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 3000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 944-4900. BrLD $$$

CAV Eclectic cuisine and art in an historic setting. 14 Imperial Place, Providence, 751-9164. BrLD $$-$$$

Circe Restaurant & Bar South Beach meets New England seafood favorites. 50 Weybosset St, Providence, 437-8991. BRLD $-$$$

Celestial Café Organic farm-to-table fine dining. Oak Harbor Village, 567 S County Tr, Exeter, 295-5559. BrLD $-$$$

Clean Plate Delicious comfort food in a casual setting. 345 S. Water St, Providence, 621-8888. BBrLD $$

Centro Restaurant & Lounge Contemporary cuisine and cocktails. 1 W Exchange St, Providence, 228-6802. BLD $$$

DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 2542005. BLD $$-$$$

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The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$

Kabob and Curry Award-winning Indian food serving Providence since 1987. 261 Thayer St, Providence, 273-8844. LD $-$$

Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$

Kartabar Mediterranean-style cuisine, chic setting. 284 Thayer St, Providence, 331-8111. LD $-$$

Ella’s Fine Food & Drink Elegant dining meets international cuisine. 2 Tower St, Westerly, 315-0606. D $-$$$

KitchenBar Contemporary comfort cuisine. 771 Hope St, Providence, 331-4100. BrLD $$

Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St, Providence, 273-2737. LD $-$$

Laurel Lane Country Club Upscale pub cuisine overlooking a picturesque golf course. 309 Laurel Ln, West Kingston, 783-3844. LD $-$$

George’s of Galilee Fresh caught seafood in an upscale pub atmosphere. 250 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 7832306. LD $-$$ Harry’s Bar & Burger Handcrafted sliders, brews and pub games. 121 N Main St, Providence, 228-7437; 301 Atwells Ave, 228-3336. LD $-$$ Haruki Japanese cuisine and a la carte selections with casual ambiance. 1210 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, 463-8338; 172 Wayland Ave, Providence, 223-0332; 112 Waterman St, Providence, 421-0754. LD $-$$ Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House Classic clam shack fare, plus famous doughboys. 889 Oakland Beach Ave, Warwick, 737-9459; 1157 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 783-5608. LD $

Legends Pub and Grub Hometown pub food and brews with ample sports watching. 1458 Park Ave, Cranston, 2704170. LD $

Nordic Lodge Surf and turf buffet selections perfect for family gatherings. 178 E Pasquisett Trl, Charlestown, 783-4515. LD $$$ Oceanside at the Pier New England fare overlooking the Atlantic. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 792-3999. BrLD $$ The Olive Tap Extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars and gourmet food and

Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 331-0003. LD $-$$ Pat’s Italian Fine Italian favorites, natural steaks and handcrafted cocktails. 1200 Hartford Ave, Johnston, 2731444. LD $-$$$

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Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 6215893. LD $ Maharaja Indian Restaurant Indian cuisine and traditional curries in a warm setting. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 363-9988. LD $-$$ Malted Barley American craft beer, gourmet pretzels and creative sandwiches in downtown Westerly. 42 High St, Westerly, 315-2184. LD $$ McBlarney’s County Tap Modern, upscale pub with daily specials. 632 Metacom Ave, Warren, 289-0887. LD $$ McBride’s Pub Traditional Irish pub fare in Wayland Square. 161 Wayland Ave, Providence, 751-3000. LD $$

Jacky’s Galaxie Local Pan-Asian chain offering sushi and classic entrees in a modern atmosphere. Locations in Providence, North Providence, Bristol and Cumberland, jackysgalaxie.com. LD $-$$$

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

Jigger’s Diner Classic ‘50s diner serving breakfast all day. 145 Main St, East Greenwich, 884-6060. BL $-$$

Mia’s Prime Time Café Upscale café cuisine by the Pawcatuck River. 1 West Broad St, Pawcatuck, CT, 860-599-3840. BLD $$

Julian’s A must-taste Providence staple celebrating 20 years. 318 Broadway, Providence, 861-1770. BBrLD $$

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

Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine at Abyssinia

Abyssinia Experience a whole new world of flavor at Abyssinia, Rhode Island’s only Ethiopian restaurant. While it’s a distinctly African cuisine, Ethiopian is similar to Indian food, full of rich spices, and is very popular with vegetarians and vegans because of its abundance of flavorful vegetable dishes. Rather than Indian curry, the predominant flavor in Ethiopian is berbere, a blend of 14 different spices and hot peppers. The restaurant also works with refugees from Ethiopia and Eritrea - their philosophy is

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Can’t-Miss Dish: Ye’sega Alcha – Tender beef cubes simmered in a savory sauce of butter, onion, ginger and ird, a mild blend of spices.

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Paragon & Viva Contemporary dining and nightlife. 234 Thayer St, Providence, 331-6200. BrLD $-$$

Lim’s Restaurant Upscale Thai and fresh sushi. 18 South Angell St, Providence, 383-8830. LD $$

Iron Works Tavern A wide variety of signature American dishes in the historic Thomas Jefferson Hill Mill. 697 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, 739-5111. LD $-$$$

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Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-0027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$

Napolitano’s Brooklyn Pizza, Classic Italian fare and traditional New York style pizzas. 100 East St, Cranston, 383-7722; 380 Atwells Ave, Providence, 273-2400. LD $-$$

Phil’s Main Street Grille Classic comfort food; great rooftop patio. 323 Main St, Wakefield, 783-4073. BBrLD $

T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett, 946-5900. BL $

Pho Horn’s Fresh authentic Vietnamese dishes in a colorful setting. 50 Ann Mary St #403, Pawtucket, 365-6278. LD $-$$

Taullulah on Thames Farm-driven, a la carte and prix fixe menus in a simply decorated setting. 464 Thames St, Newport, 849-2433. BrD $$$

Pizzico Diverse Italian and fusion cuisine in a rustic yet eclectic atmosphere. 762 Hope St, Providence, 421-4114; 308 County Rd, Barrington, 247-0303. LD $-$$$ Providence Coal Fired Pizza Old world coal-fired pizzas, appetizers and entrees made from scratch. 385 Westminster St, Providence, 454-7499; 6105 Post Rd, North Kingstown, 8857499. LD $-$$ Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily inspirations. 120 Francis St, Providence, 919-5050. BrLD $-$$ Rasa Authentic and contemporary Indian. 149 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2822. LD $$ Rasoi Vegetarian-friendly Indian cuisine. 727 East Ave, Pawtucket, 7285500. LD $$ Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 4376950. BrLD $$ Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue. 370 Richmond St, Providence, 272-7675. LD $-$$ Roberto’s Italian fine dining and large wine selection in the scenic East Bay. 450 Hope St, Bristol, 254-9732. D $$-$$$ Sa-Tang Fine Thai and Asian fusion cuisine with gluten-free selections. 402 Main St, Wakefield, 284-4220. LD $-$$ Scampi Seafood and Italian cuisine with expansive water views. 657 Park Ave, Portsmouth, 293-5844. LD $$ The Sea Goose Seafood with New England and southern flair. 265 Post Rd, Westerly, 315-0788. LD $$-$$$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$ Simone’s Gourmet brunch followed by upscale Mediterranean cuisine. 275 Child St, Warren, 247-1200. BBrLD $$-$$$ Sophia’s Tuscan Grille BYOB eatery with classic Tuscan dishes and homemade desserts. 1729 Warwick Ave, Warwick, 732-6656. BLD $-$$$

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November 22: Gather your friends for a decadent Sunday afternoon of wining and dining. South County Trolley Tours invites you to Experience Napa in Newport. Take a charming trolley ride from the Towers in Narragansett to Newport Vineyards for a wine tasting, private tour of the vineyard and delicious dinner at Brix Restaurant. $100/person. 3-8pm. 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett.

November 11: As one of only a handful of Rhode Island communities carrying on in the tradition, East Greenwich is proud to host their Annual Veteran’s Day Parade. With the parade route running from Academy Field to Town Hall, the festivities honor veterans of all wars, especially those who have given their last full measure of devotion. 10am-12pm. www.eastgreenwichri.com

November 13: What does social media look like for your business? If it has you feeling cuckoo, don’t miss How to Use Social Media to Increase Your Business. Ignite your social media strategy and grow your business in this free seminar hosted by the Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce. 11:30am-1:30pm. 230 Old Tower Hill Road, Wakefield. 783-2801, register at www.eventbrite.com/e/ lunch-n-learn-tickets-18974323713

November 14:The Greenwich Odeum Theater presents Disney’s Frozen Sing-a-Long, a celebration of the most popular comedy-adventure to hit the screen in years. Come in costume and sing your heart out, because the audience truly shines. $10 for children under 12, $14 for adults. 11:30am-1:30pm, 3:30-5:30pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 8854000, www.theodeum.org

November 1-15: Last call for hilarity! Be sure not to miss the last few performances of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels at the Granite Theatre. Based on Jeffrey Lane’s uproarious book, the show features original music by David Yazbek. Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, this comedy will keep audiences howling as two suave men grow embattled over the wealth of heiress. 1 Granite Street, Westerly. 596-2341, www.granitetheatre.com November 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND

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November 4, 11, 18 & 25: Do you find yourself with two left feet, but with an unshakable desire to cut a rug? The Towers offer Ballroom Dance Lessons every Wednesday all year long, boasting an open invitation to dancers of all experience levels. $15 Ballroom with Sara Barker 6-8pm, $15 for Tango with Sue Davis 8-10:30pm, $22 for full evening. 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett. 782-2597, www.thetowersri.com November 4-27: Don’t miss the wildly diverse exhibit, Eternity Groaned, at the Coastal Living Gallery, showcasing the work of artist, Alexander Castro. Drawing powerfully on pop culture, vibrant colors and a multitude of media, the exhibit is sure to stimulate the senses and energize your imagination. Artist reception November 14 from 3-5pm. Exhibit open to the public November 4-27. 83 Brown Street, North Kingstown. 6126121, www.coastallivinggallery.com November 5, 12 & 19: Every Thursday, Pancho O’Malley’s hosts The Jazz Strollers, a three-piece, old-timey jazz group performing tunes from the Roaring Twenties through the Big Band era. With a loyal following of patrons who have been following the group since the 1970s, this mix of sprightly seniors and younger souls are sure to inspire you to hit the dance floor. 5-8pm. 140 Point Judith Road, Narragansett. 782-2299, www.ponchosri.com

November 6, 13, 20 & 27: Every Friday in November, experience classic movies in an equally classic fashion at the Misquamicut Drive-In Movie series. The line-up presents a wide selection of crowd pleasers – from the Academy Award-winning Rocky to the 1984 creature feature Gremlins. Be sure to check their website for the full list of films. $10 per car. 8pm. Wuskenau Town Beach. 316 Atlantic Ave, Misquamicut. 3221026, www.misquamicut.org November 6, 13, 20 & 27: It’s Friday night, and the time is right for Star Gazing Night at the Frosty Drew Observatory & Sky Theatre with the observatory dome, sky theatre and telescopes all wide-open and available to the public. Marvel at the breathtaking views of the cosmos over Ninigret Park, showcasing dazzling planets, bright stars, mesmerizing nebulae and vast galaxies. $1 suggested donation. 6pm-dawn. Ninigret Park, 61 Park Lane, Charlestown. 3649508, www.frostydrew.org November 6, 13 & 20: In the spirit of the giving season, St. Peter’s by-the-Sea Community Market is open to all members of the community who are in need of assistance to provide food for themselves and their families. In the past year, St. Peter’s Community Market served 232 families, comprising 652 individuals, with an average of 35 households receiving food assistance each week. Guests are invited to select from a variety of canned goods, produce and frozen meat, with the understanding you take what you need while remembering that others are also in need. Every Friday, 4-6pm. 72 Central Street, Narragansett. 783-4623, www.stpetersbythesea.com November 6, 13, & 20: The Contemporary Theater Company is the place to be for Miceto Improv, a brand of spontaneous and creative comedy that is sure to have you laughing out loud. The hilarity happens every Friday with

November 7: Dreams do come true! Together again for a special performance at the Ryan Center, Steve Martin and Martin Short take the stage in “Very Stupid Conversation.” The two Martins join forces for a night of individual Q&A’s, along with singing, banter and banjo playing. $25 for URI students, $63 for the public. 8pm. 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston. 855-387-4849, www. theryancenter.com their troupe of improvisers making up scenes on the spot, competing for audience votes and the ultimate title of Micetro. $8. Fridays, 9:30pm. 327 Main Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, www.contemporarytheatercompany.com November 10, 17 & 24: Days are shorter and temps are dipping, but that’s no reason to ditch your feel-good beach vibe. Head on down to the Ocean Mist every Tuesday night, and dig some deep grooves at Reggae Night. Surf, sand and steel drums, for the win. 895 Matunuck Beach Road, South Kingstown. 782-3740, www.oceanmist.net November 12: Based on the characters from the hit 20th Century Fox movies, Alvin and the Chipmunks brings the music and excitement of a live rock concert to the stage at The Ryan Center, as the Chipmunks perform hits by One Direction, Maroon 5, Christine Aguilera, Elvis Presley and more. Join Alvin, Simon and Theodore as they move and

groove their way across America, all with the Chipettes along for the ride. $20-$112. 3-5pm and 6-8pm. 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston. 855-387-4849, www.theryancenter.com November 12-30: The Jamestown Arts Center presents an exhibition of the talented artists of the community coming together in grand fashion for their 2015 Members’ Show. A prize for “Best in Show” will be awarded and the winner will receive their own solo show in the small gallery during next year’s Members’ Show. Similarly, the winner of the 2014 Members’ Show, Didi Suydam, will be exhibiting Rock Collection, a robust assestment of handcrafted jewelry and digital imagery. Opening: November 12, 6-8pm. Entry Fee: $15. Membership Fees: $25-50. 18 Valley Street, Jamestown. 560-0979. www. jamestownartcenter.org November 14: Don’t dream it… see it! In this exciting show, the RKO Army brings

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November 7, 14, 21 & 28: The time is ripe for Rhode Island’s oldest continually operating farmer’s market, the South Kingstown Year-Round Farmers Market, taking place every Saturday. A wide variety of locally grown fruit and vegetables will be available through the winter – frost be damned! – as well as fresh breads and pastries, locally sourced seafood, pasture-raised meat and eggs and revolving artisanal vendors selling their wares. 10am-2pm. Peace Dale Mill Complex, 1425 Kingstown Road. www. southkingstownfarmersmarket.org

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the cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show from screen to stage at the Greenwich Odeum Theater in this interactive event that will have you dancing in the aisles and loudly reciting lines from this wildly rocking new classic. $10. 8-10pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 885-4000, www.theodeum.org November 21: Want to support local craftsmanship while paying a visit to Santa’s Workshop? St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church will be hosting its Annual Holiday Fair with scores of items for sale that are sure to help you cross off some names on the old Gift List. Visiting Santa and enjoying freshly-baked treats certainly isn’t a bad way to spend a Saturday. 8am4pm. 15 East Beach Road, Charlestown. 322-0088, www.standrewri.org November 21: Classic rock stylings and sweet charity combine on stage at the Greenwich Odeum Theater

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There is a litany of stories and circumstances that carve out a person’s musical preferences. If you’re anything like me, you listen to a wide array of music. It’s this quality of appreciation for different musical styles that energizes the spirit of Broadway Meets the Met, as presented by the Courthouse Center for the Arts on November 21. Recently, popular culture has started to reflect the long-held diversity that people gravitate towards. The soundtrack for Iron Man 2 is made up entirely of well-known AC/DC songs, and it hit number four on the Billboard charts. And Peter Quill’s mix tape from Guardians of the Galaxy, comprised of hits from the ‘60s, held the number one spot for 11 weeks. It is surprising when songs from 50 years ago come back to dominate the charts, but hearing these songs positioned in popular movies cast them in a new light, and people love it. In kind, the audience for Broadway Meets the Met will be equally enlivened with the variety of musical styles and genres performed together, enabling an original experience of well-loved songs and compositions in a completely new way. Broadway Meets the Met will feature music that runs the gamut from rock to Broadway to opera as performed by the South County Chamber Singers. The artistic director of the production, Dr. Enrico Garzilli, has chosen songs from the Beatles’ catalog and West Side Story, as well as popular

songs from Broadway, arias and choruses from Carmen and pieces from other well-known operas. Additionally, Dr. Garzilli will be supplementing the set list with some of his original pieces, contributing to an overall confidence that audiences will leave with “a smile on their faces and a song in their hearts,” according to the production team at the Courthouse. “Basically, I spoke with members of the group and we talked about pieces that they really liked. It seemed that West Side Story was one of their favorite musicals – as it is mine – and [coming] up with a choral medley was fun,” Dr. Garzilli says. “The Beatles medley was another terrific one that people would love to listen to.” In fact, with so much going on in the production, it would be hard to choose a favorite. “I think each piece on it’s own has such wonderful merit,” he says. “People will be able to identify with one or the other, and find it entertaining from beginning to the end. It is a diverse concert with a lot of variety.” Handling the vocal duties for the production are Sharon Key, Paula Redd Rollins, Georgette Ross Hutchins, Michael DiMucci and Tim Hoyt as soprano, mezzo-soprano, alto, tenor and bass, respectively. Backing them up are Phillip Martorella on piano, Jean Maxon Carpenter on keyboard, Manuel Morales on trumpet and Rich Brownell on percussion. “I started with the chamber singers when they were an

ensemble in 2007. I thought working with them on these other new pieces would be really great.” Dr. Garzilli previously recorded some of his original music with Michael Ball, who famously portrayed Marius in the original London production of Les Miserables, and will be including it in the show. “In fact, Michael DiMucci, who is singing a few of my pieces, has a beautiful tenor voice and I’m really thrilled that he’s going to do them,” he explains. The home of this performance, the Courthouse Center for the Arts, is a non-profit organization that creates and distributes year-round programs in the arts. Since 1988, they have provided gallery exhibits, musical events and artistic educational opportunities to the Rhode Islanders. Broadway Meets the Met lends a voice – truly – to the celebration of their 32nd season. In doing so, they remain in line with the artistic variety, versatility and adaptability that has made them a staple of the arts, and the community as a whole.

Broadway Meets the Met November 21 8-10pm The Courthouse Center of the Arts’ 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston $20 www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/2304076

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The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly showcases local artists and gives back to those in need Despite the pleasantly mild fall we’ve been enjoying this year, the holidays are still undeniably on our horizon and speeding up to us ever closer. For the unprepared, this may mean frenzied last-minute shopping trips in packed malls that only add more stress and worry to an already hectic season. However, there’s a solution for those of us who wish to avoid the big crowds while also giving their loved ones something unique and locally made. Those interested should consider checking out the upcoming 12x12x12 – Small Treasures show at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly (ACOW). Artist-owned and -operated since 1992, the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery is a volunteer-run non-profit with a strong emphasis on community and the power that art has to inspire patrons and newcomers alike. The ACGOW hosts a new show each month with works from members and visiting creatives. Past shows have highlighted local offerings within a number of different mediums, each adhering to a specific theme that can range from the abstract, such as “what inspiration looks like,” to the literal, like “flowers, birds and critters,” In November, the looming shadow of the upcoming holiday season has been taken into consideration, and the 12x12x12 show provides an amazing opportunity for this talented artistic community to showcase works both aesthetically and economically pleasing. Madeline Beaudry, who handles ACGOW’s public relations, states that the goal of the show is “to make beautiful art in forms that are affordable for gift giving, and to share what we have with the community.” Madeline also boasts an impressive level of creative output in wearable art and figurative sculpture, embodying the creative spirit that is fostered within the gallery. And these pieces are just the tip of the iceberg; if there’s an art lover on your shopping list, there’s no doubt that someone in ACGOW’s roster has crafted a work specifically for their taste. Visitors will have the chance to support a local institution while picking up

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doesn’t end there. Every Friday evening you can participate in a life drawing session, or head over on a Saturday morning for a class in watercolor painting with artist and ACGOW member Laurie Gavitt. These courses are welcome to art lovers of all ages and skill sets, providing an opportunity for the inexperienced to get acquainted with the tools of the trade before sharpening them further. What started as a simple method to avoid the crowds during the holiday season to pick up a unique gift for your loved one has turned into an incredible opportunity to support a local art community, help families in need and provide an opportunity to feed your inner creative urges. It must be said that a visit to the ACGOW is truly a gift that keeps on giving.

Small Treasures Opening reception November 6 from 5pm to 8pm Show runs November 4-29 The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly 7 Canal Street, Westerly 596-2221 www.westerlyarts.com November 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND

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