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filled, open design with cook’s center island kitchen, marble baths, hardwoods, central air and quality appointments throughout. Beautiful landscaped setting with westerly waterviews. $1,290,000
bedroom colonial. Freshly painted with hardwoods & high ceilings, beautiful floor plan! Immaculate white kitchen, wonderful flow for family entertaining! Gorgeous cathedral ceiling in fireplaced family room. $799,000
acre just steps from Narragansett Bay in the sought after Barrington Beach neighborhood. Spacious interior, gleaming hardwoods, granite kitchen, master bedroom suite, family room, rec room, patio. Central air!. $610,000
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Bristol: Stunning custom cape on cul-de-sac.
beach/dock rights! Delightful village setting, young roof, replacement windows, freshly painted exterior, close to harbor, shops, bike path, library. Nayatt school district, darling quintessential Barrington neighborhood. $549,000
Fine details and design, hardwood floors & crown moldings, Andersen windows and doors, first floor master suite. Granite kitchen with high end appliances, lovely great room with gas fireplace, office/bonus room. $599,000
Bristol: Outstanding c1790 colonial on parade route without downtown traffic. Large rooms with great wide plank floors, 7 fireplaces, gas heat. Legal 2 family or au pair/in-law quarters. Amazing private double lot with patio and gardens, fenced yard. $599,000
East Providence: Plan to revisit this refreshed waterfront cottage overlooking Narragansett Bay and sunsets. 1st floor has a bedroom, bath, kitchen with stainless appliances, fireplaced living room, dining room, and sunroom. Second floor with master bedroom, bath and additional bedroom. Move in and enjoy the Terrace! $499,000
Barrington: Storybook cape beautifully maintained
Bristol: Immaculate condo unit. Light and open
by original owners! Fabulous custom cabinetry, hardwoods throughout, 1st floor master bedroom, expansion possibilities. Located in a sought after neighborhood in Primrose Hill school district – terrific opportunity! $289,900
large living room, eat-in kitchen/casual sitting area. 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, laundry in unit, 5 star energy rated, finished room in lower level, central air, 2 car tandem garage, new appliances, lovely courtyard. $239,500
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21 This Month 17 I’m With the Band Meet three local groups who are making noise on the music scene
21 Ship Shape
32 27 Live Well A home that’s buzz-worthy in Barrington 29 Whole Body 30 Shop Around 31 Connoisseur 32 Homestyle
35 Taste Seafood classics served with a smile 36 Drink 37 News Bites 38 Connoisseur 39 Review 40 Dining Guide
The new generation of local boat builders sets sail
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43 Gallery A tour de gras on the Bike Path 44 Calendar 47 On Stage 48 Artistry
6 The Bay List
50 Just Add Water
7 Editor’s Note/Letters
The joys of readying your Fox Sea Lady
11 The Buzz A new kind of three-hour-tour
On the Cover: photography by Judith Gardner.
12 On the Bay 14 Bay Views
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Barrington: New Listing! Charming bungalow close to the beach. Sparkling new kitchen, hardwood floors, high ceilings, French doors, freshly painted. Great front porch and a nice quiet neighborhood. Subject to seller finding suitable housing. $269,900.
Barrington: Ease of one level living! Great 3 bed, 3 bath home overlooking Smith’s Cove. 2004 kitchen, 3 fireplaces, high ceilings, light and bright! Finished lower level, private backyard. Not a drive by! $595,000.
Barrington: First Offering! Elegant, classic, renovated, custom colonial in the heart of Rumstick. Wonderful family setting with private, spacious backyard. This 5 bedroom, 3½ bath home has 2 staircases, 3 fireplaces and 2 laundry rooms. Over 3,900 sq ft. Enjoy beach, sailing, golf and excellent schools. $899,000.
Bristol: Just Reduced! Spacious 3 bed, 2½ bath condo overlooking Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Lovely living room with fireplace opening to private deck. Updated eat-in kitchen, 3rd floor guest suite with waterview. Immaculate! $299,000.
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Bristol and Warren’s next Art Night event is scheduled for May 31. The Bay is happy to sponsor the season, which runs through November and takes place on the last Thursday of every month. Not only can participants stroll through galleries, they can also have access to the artists’ personal workspaces. A free trolley service is offered and local shops and restaurants feature incentives. Visit www.artnightbristolwarren.org for more information. Details, such as a map and artist spotlights, are also available on our website at www.thebaymagazine.com.
Make a Fashion Statement It’s that time of year again. The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation presents its annual Survivor Fashion Show. Our sister publication Providence Monthly is proud to sponsor this year’s “Our Heroes” show, which will take place on May 12 at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston. Doors open at 6pm with a vendor marketplace, to be followed by the main event at 7pm, including food stations and entertainment. To purchase tickets or participate, contact Bryan at 861-4376 or bryan@gloriagemma.org. Visit www. gloriagemma.org for details.
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The Bay is a proud sponsor of 2nd Story Theatre’s season. Recently staged productions have included Little Women, which Bob Colonna adapted for stage, Richard Greenberg’s Take Me Out and Tracy Letts’ August: Osage County. Next up is Charles Busch’s The Divine Sister, a hilarious nun-movie spoof that is running through May 20. www.2ndstorytheatre.com.
100 Years of Art and Community The Newport Art Museum has been bringing art to Rhode Island for 100 years, enhancing the life of Newport and surrounding communities with its programming and exhibits. Join them in their 2012 Centennial Celebrations, which will be taking place all year long with a Centennial Gala to be held on July 7 at the museum. It will be an elegant evening with cocktails, dinner by Russell Morin Fine Catering and dancing to the Mac Chrupcala Orchestra. Details for the gala and the other celebratory events will be posted online at www.newportartmuseum.org.
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Spacious, unique apartment home available for sale at Laurelmead Cooperative Retirement Community. Call Diane to schedule your visit and see for yourself
Set Sail One of the many benefits of the blissfully mild winter that we had this year is the onset of an early spring – which means that as you read this, if you’re nautically inclined, you’ve probably already got your boat in the water, or are just ready to launch. To celebrate the beginning of sailing season, we took a look at some local boat builders to get an inside peek at the thriving local marine industry. If, after all that, you’re suffering from boat envy, fear not. We’ve got the scoop on a local business that allows you to look and feel (and, you
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A Community For Active Independent Living 401-273-9550 • 355 Blackstone Boulevard, Providence www.laurelmead.com
From Our Readers Spreading the Music I just wanted to say thanks for the sweet write up on my band, Collington [“Setting the Bar High,” On Stage, April 2012]. I appreciate it! James Collington Play With Your Food We can’t thank Providence Media enough for your contribution to
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A full day arts camp on the beautiful grounds of Linden Place Mansion in Bristol, RI Arts & Crafts, Drama, Music and Dance, each week with a different theme • July 16-20 “The Orient Express” • July 30-Aug 3 “Under the Sea”
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Admiral Boat Club in Barrington
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Budget-Friendly Boating
An affordable alternative to ownership Many of us love
the opportunity to spend time on a boat, cruising the water with friends and family; but we also know that owning and dealing with the upkeep of a boat can certainly present its challenges. Look no further than the Admiral Boat Club, a new membership boating club located on Narragansett Bay. Independently owned and operated by longtime East Bay residents Rob D’Angelo and Dave Stebenne, the club offers an alternative to boat ownership at a fraction of the cost. It’s a family-friendly community of boaters: first time cruisers, avid fishermen, water sport enthusiasts and those who just want to relax on the water all partake. Located in Barrington Harbor at Stanley’s Boat Yard, there is a great variety of destinations and options to make your day at sea as enjoyable (and affordable) as possible. 401-247-1606, www.admiralboatclub.com –Eilish Shaffer
BE GOOD TO YOUR BODY
Ever since I was 13, I have been absolutely obsessed with cosmetics. Mascara, blush, eye shadow, liquid liner: you name it and I have it tucked away in my oversized make-up bag. What I, and probably a majority of women out there, never think about, however, is how incredibly unhealthy the cosmetics we use every day can be for us. In fact, the average woman is exposed to 285 chemicals while just getting ready in the morning. If you want proof, visit the Cosmetics Database (www. cosmeticsdatabase.com), [a website that evaluates cosmetic products according to the harmfulness of each chemical in laboratory studies.] In 2009, Barrington teen Ava Anderson launched her own line of non-toxic beauty products after learning about the harmful chemicals in so many of the cosmetics in the U.S. In fact, if you look up her products on the Cosmetics Database, they will all register 0 (meaning they have no harmful chemicals what-so-ever). The line started out with just skin care products, but has since grown to include cosmetics, scents, hair care and sunscreen. Her newest lines are Ava Baby and Ava Home. The home line consists of all-natural cleaning supplies such as a bathroom cleaner, a glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth. Ava Baby features lotion, body wash and diaper cream made exclusively for a baby’s sensitive skin, but are safe to use for the whole family. www. avaandersonnontoxic.com -Michelle Reis
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Road Warriors Unite Spring is here, and while some of us will take advantage of the nicer weather by sitting outside in the sun or cruising around with our windows down, there are some brave souls out there who take a slightly more exciting route: riding motorcycles. Nothing can beat driving down the road with the sun on your back and the wind in your face, but if you road-warriors out there want to take a load off while also meeting some fellow bikers, stop by Smart Moto in Seekonk for their Bikes and Coffee event, held every Saturday from 9-11am. Bikes and Coffee is a social meeting for all types of motorcycle riders. You can park your bike in the Smart Moto lot and then step inside for delicious coffee and doughnuts. The real fun, however, is out in the parking lot, where riders can check out each other’s bikes trade stories. Hey, maybe you’ll make some new riding buddies. Whether you’re a seasoned rider, just bought your first bike, or simply have a love for all things motorcycle, this is definitely the place to be. 72 Mink Street, Seekonk. 774-901-2313, www.smart-moto. com. –Michelle Reis
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Little Rhody on the Big Screen Who can forget all the buzz last summer regarding a movie being filmed in our area starring powerhouse celebrities Bill Murray, Bruce Willis, Edward Norton and Tilda Swinton? The time has finally come to see our beloved state and its beautiful scenery up on the big screen in acclaimed director Wes Anderson’s Moonrise Kingdom. The film is set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965 and tells the story of two 12-year-olds who fall in love, make a secret pact and run away together in the wilderness. You may have heard rumors of Bruce Willis and Bill Murray spottings at Tiverton’s Standish Boatyard. (The boatyard was just one of the many staging areas for the film.) The Hollywood stars were said to have been very friendly and down to earth. Be sure to look for the much-anticipated motion picture, set to premiere as the opening film of the 2012 Cannes Film Festival on May 16. It’s scheduled for an American release on May 25. www.focusfeatures.com/moonrise_ kingdom –Eilish Shaffer
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Feel the Need for Speed Go off to the races this month – Seekonk Speedway racetrack opens for the season on May 6. Owned and operated by the Venditti family since 1946, the track holds the honor of being the longest family-operated racetrack in the United States. Racing is scheduled for 26 weeks beginning in May and ending in October, with many fun and exciting events for the whole family in between. In fact, you can stay up to date with the recent mobile application that the speedway has provided for iPhone and Android users. It is a great way to view points, rosters and schedules; you can even upload pictures and receive great coupons and discounts. www.seekonkspeedway. com –Eilish Shaffer
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Spreading the Word and the Dip On the outside, Barrington resident Jackie Hennessey looks like she has it all together. She can cook, clean, take care of her kids, hang out with her husband, work as a PR consultant and blogger, volunteer and - to top it all off – she recently published a book. However, as her witty and honest How to Spread Sanity on a Cracker: Mom-to-Mom Whines, Cheese, Rants and Recipes reveals, it isn’t always as easy as it looks. Each of the 23 chapters in the bright pink book has a recipe for a creative dip and a two to three page anecdote on the real life chaos that she and her friends have experienced as busy
moms. Whether it’s dealing with a child who tells his preschool teacher that his mom lets him drink wine or sharing a recipe for the perfect Texas Queso Dip, this gorgeous gal will have you nodding your head in agreement and rolling on the floor laughing. You may even feel inspired to get something off your chest. If so, post it on her blog at www.ventingsessions.com or visit her in person at her book signing at Hollies on the Avenue in Barrington on May 17. So, while it may look like Hennessey is spreading herself too thin, she is really spreading a delicious dip seasoned with a healthy vent sesh. –Courtney Little
SWEET CHARiTY
Sports Legends Rally Around Local Programs
The Heart Walk Celebrates Heart Health
Show your support for after school sports programming by attending the second annual K-Rob Foundation Family Fun Festival on May 20. The festival begins at 9am with a four-mile ride/skate/run/walk from Pierce Field along the East Bay Bike Path, ending at the historic carousel. From 11am-5pm, enjoy the heart-pumping fun of a football skills combine with NFL star Jamie Silva, BMX and karate demos and a rock climbing wall. Live music and vendors are available for post-workout relaxation. Admission is free, but donations are accepted to support the K-Rob Foundation’s mission of keeping local children’s sports programs alive. www.krobfoundation.com
Bust out the shorts and running shoes because the 2012 Southern New England Heart Walk is happening on May 19. The two- or three-and-a-half mile walk will be held at the Colt State Park in Bristol, and registration begins at 8am (or you can register ahead of time online). The walk officially starts at 9am and is expected to finish by noon. Admission is free, but there are prize brackets for those individuals who raise donation funds. Donations go toward this year’s goal of raising $425,000 for cardiovascular research, education and general heart health awareness. www.heartwalk. kintera.org –Dale Rappaneau
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brate spring and nature’s brilliant yellow flower. Blithewold Mansion’s garden was abloom and flowering trees were fragrant and beautiful. Visitors also enjoyed afternoon tea. Photography by Hilary Block
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Rock S o l id Three area acts in the local and national spotlight By Corey Millard
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With the recent rise of so many Providence bands to national prominence - Deer Tick, the Low Anthem and the Barr Brothers all come to mind - it’s difficult to keep a finger on the pulse of what’s happening in our backyards. A number of acts have sprung up recently right here in the East Bay, some of them more readymade for national touring and notoriety than others, but all poised to turn heads in one way or another with sounds ranging from ethereal Appalachian folk to grungy gut-stinging rock and roll. Pianist Chris Cooney, guitarist Donald Larson, drummer Zack Rego and bassist Jacob Telford are Scarlet, a band hailing out of Portsmouth that plays a thoughtfully composed brand of rock and roll not unlike that of Incubus. It’s jam rock in its sonic qualities (a prominent, swirling punch of guitar and keyboard, moving gracefully through and around a rhythm section that bobs, weaves and snaps with not-so-subtle funk) but not in its execution; that is far more reserved, and far more dutifully conceived than the improvisational wankery of contemporary jam bands. And with impressive vocal chops, covered by Cooney and Telford, that occasionally blend into rather impressive harmonies, the group sounds more like seasoned pros than college students. Recently the band wowed audiences at the WBRU Rock Hunt where they made an out-of-nowhere run to the semifinals. “The rock hunt was a pleasant surprise, and a great experience,” says Cooney. “It didn’t work out, but we obviously still benefited from it… It really helps that our name is out there. It definitely gave a boost to our credibility. People know we’re a legitimate band, and we’ll be taken more seriously.” After playing together for nearly five years, the quartet has developed a rock solid work ethic, and they’re ready to make a real run at stardom too. “We practice whenever we can, most weekends and weekdays when we are available,” says Cooney. “But after this semester we are going to leave (school) so that we can do this full-time. It’s
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never been a question for us; we always knew we were going to do this, so it wasn’t a difficult decision.” With refreshing humility, Cooney downplays the band’s newfound popularity and success: “Eventually we want to go on tour and make a move to somewhere where there are more opportunities for us. But we’re taking it one step at a time,” he says. “We’re trying not to think too far ahead.” Look out for a Scarlet EP to drop this summer, and keep your eyes peeled for show dates, which should be bountiful with the changing of the seasons. www. reverbnation.com/scarletri.
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took home Providence Phoenix’s Best Local Act honor in 2011 along with a Best Album victory for their Chateau Rex, a record that captures – with both urgency and nostalgia – the best of ‘90s-era fuzzy alternative rock, nodding its head equally to Zappa, Radiohead and Pavement. They may not practice or play out as frequently as they’d like (though they’ve got a few shows coming up in the coming months – keep an eye on their Facebook page), but the band continues to chug along. They juggle the responsibilities and hazards of day jobs (Sampson recently injured his hand at work) and working to release more music, which is, above all else, Coma Coma’s primary goal. “We are close to hitting the recording studio again,” says Ulmschneider. “We have enough songs now for another album. I’m always in a rush to get into the studio and start recording. But the more you practice the songs, the better the songs will sound in the studio. I imagine we will start recording sometime this year.” www.reverbnation.com/comacoma.
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f course, no profile of upand-coming East Bay area acts would be complete without mention of the Warren group that that’s been piling up loads of national acclaim – Brown Bird. The duo, singer/multi-instrumentalist David Lamb and singer/bassist/ cellist MorganEve Swain, took some time in weaving its way toward its current and most inspired incarnation. They endured periods of transition, moving through instruments and styles and line-ups before arriving at a brand of rugged yet refined Appalachian-inspired folk music, that is as somber and erudite in its arrangements as it is contemplative and contemporary in its lyricism. “The sound that we’ve arrived at is definitely an amalgamation of our in-
fluences throughout the years,” says Lamb. “When I started writing under the name Brown Bird, I was heavily influenced by contemporary indiefolk artists like Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy, Smog, Cat Power, Neutral Milk Hotel and Iron and Wine, along with a lot of compilations of earlier American roots and folk music such as Harry Smith’s Anthology of American Folk Music and the Revenant label’s American Primitive volumes.” The music still evolves. “We’ve been channeling a wider array of our influences into our songs,” notes Lamb, “and we continue to do so with the songs we’re writing now.” Those influences show. October’s Salt for Salt, Brown Bird’s fifth full length album, demonstrates the development of the duo’s signature style – a rich, earth-hewn sound that conjures a maelstrom of the spirit, capturing vividly the depths of human behavior in its proclivity for sparse, painstakingly conjured images of pastoral trial, error, defeat and – most importantly – warmth. It was only last year that Lamb and Swain finally decided to quit their day jobs and jump in, head first, to the grind of full-time touring. And though it may be difficult, it’s certainly paid off. “The number of comments on my beard may outweigh the number of comments on our music more than I’d like,” says Lamb, who sports a rather impressive long moss, “but other than that, the audiences have been great… If we’re ever having a rough day on tour it’s easy to remember that a bad day on tour is a million times better than a bad day at our old day jobs.” Brown Bird is on tour now through early June and will be making their second appearance at the Newport Folk Festival this July. The Festival runs the weekend of July 28 and 29 (with a Wilco kickoff on July 27) Brown Bird is scheduled to play on the sold-out Saturday. www.brownbird.net.
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The new generation of local boat builders sails into the future By Keith Andrade • Photography by Judith Gardner
It’s no secret that
Narragansett Bay is one of this area’s greatest natural resources. Whether you’re a boater, a fisherman, a sunbather or a Sunday driver – most of us have some connection to the water that makes us proud and appreciative to call this area home. What may come as a surprise is that the rest of the world knows about it, too. Boat building and other marine trades indigenous to this area have a reputation for being some of the best in the industry. From the restoration of almost century-old wooden pleasure boats to the construction of racing boats with cutting-edge composite materials, Narragansett Bay is a hub of world-class talent. The latest example of “world-class” is the Mar Mostro, a 70-foot carbon fiber sailing vessel built by New England Boatworks of Portsmouth for the Puma Ocean Racing Team. Skippered by Barrington’s Ken Read, Mar Mostro captured the April leg of the Volvo Ocean Race, a 37,000+ mile race around the world dubbed “the Everest of sailing.” While certainly a significant achievement, it is only one example of the depth of the local industry.
In a 2008 study, the Governor’s Workforce Board of Rhode Island determined that the Rhode Island marine industry consisted of 2,300 businesses producing $1.6 billion of annual sales, and $260 million of wages paid to
McMillen Yachts in Portsmouth specializes in large wooden boats
6,600 employees. These figures do not include Massachusetts, though many industry insiders readily acknowledge that collaborative circles extend through Fall River and New Bedford all the way to Cape Cod. Boat builders
and their suppliers are at the core of this economic engine. erhaps the area’s most wellknown boat builder was Nathanael Greene Herreshoff, a naval architect and mechanical engineer considered to be one of the most innovative sailboat designers in history. Born in Bristol in 1848, Herreshoff designed everything from 12.5-foot sailboats (still found in local waters) to an 144-foot America’s Cup boat, Reliance, that had a sail area of 16,000 square feet. Today, the Herreshoff Marine Museum in Bristol – located on the site where Herreshoff’s manufacturing company operated – is a treasure trove of yachting information and artifacts. Next door to the Herreshoff Museum, in one of the original Herreshoff buildings, is Bristol Boat Company. Founder and proprietor Dan Shea Jr. has over 30 years of experience and describes his specialty as “building and restoring small [16’–40’] powerand sailboats, historically significant in their design.” All work is done on-site in Bristol, and while Shea has garnered some international attention, including a recent profile in a German magazine,
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Portsmouth’s New England Boatworks (pictured here and below) built a yacht that’s currently racing in a preeminent competition
he emphasizes that his focus is on servicing Narragansett Bay so that he can “be close to customers and give them a personal touch.” Shea can’t get much closer to one of his biggest current projects. He is collaborating with Halsey Herreshoff, grandson of Nathanael and partner in Herreshoff Designs Inc., to completely restore a Herreshoff S-class boat to its original production lines from 1919. Shea explains the significance: “There are repairs, restorations, re-constitutions, and then there’s reconstruction to the exact shape of the model. This will be the first ever brought back to the exact, original model shape rather than an approximation. After two or three repairs, boats can lose their definition... we’re talking about very perfected aerodynamic shapes and dealing with a world of small dimensions that needs to be cumulatively in harmony. The model Herreshoff carved was perfect.” Shea notes that the process is “much like 1919;” while supplies like adhesives and coatings have evolved over the decades, the skills and techniques have stood the test of time. cMillen Yachts in Portsmouth is another well-known wooden boat specialist – with one distinction. Project Manager Todd Jarem describes: “We work on large wooden boats with massive problems. That’s not to say that smaller boats are less historic or important, it’s just that not a lot of people in the country can deal with the size and provide the care like we do.” Earl McMillen founded the company in 1992 with the mission of restoring and maintaining classic wooden yachts. However, the business soon evolved. Per Jarem, “Classic wooden boats are tough… they always need a lot of work and tending to, and all the expense can be hard for one owner.” In 1995, McMillen attempted to address
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this issue by pioneering the concept of fractional yacht ownership. Investors would pool their money to purchase classic but dilapidated yachts and then fund restoration – thus spreading the risk of the multi-million dollar requirements and years of waiting for the work to be completed. When finished, the investors share use of the boat while McMillen runs the crew and maintenance. McMillen currently has one sailboat and three motor boats in its fractional fleet. McMillen’s largest project to date was the restoration and 2009 launch of Freedom, a 104’ yacht designed by John Trumpy and built in 1926. Owned by one of the wealthiest women in the U.S. throughout the 1930s, Freedom was by 2001 docked at a Florida marina and “headed for the chainsaw.” McMillen arranged for a barge to transport Freedom to Rhode Island, since the yacht’s deplorable condition prevented it from traveling on its own accord. McMillen then spent two years arranging a syndicate of investors to fund the $6.5 million restoration, which would last almost five years. As part of the restoration, Jarem and his team relied on their attention to detail and resourcefulness to make the project a success. “We have a warehouse of cataloged parts that we keep around just in case they might be important sometime in the future. One of our managers was at a consignment shop in Florida and he happened to come across parts from another Trumpy boat that was cut up in the ‘80s. He ended up buying the entire catalog, which allowed us to use many original accessories like cleats and port lights.” Despite the size of their projects, Jarem echoes Shea’s sentiments on the craft and process: “Materials like epoxy have improved and there are modern tools that let you do what you need to do quicker, but ultimately wooden boat construction hasn’t
Hinckley (pictured here and below) is Rhode Island’s largest yacht yard with a full service cadre of 97 employees
changed too much.” McMillen’s neighbor in Portsmouth is Hinckley, the largest yacht yard in Rhode Island. Hinckley’s corporate headquarters are here, and they have a presence up and down the East Coast as a result of several acquisitions over the years. New boats are produced in Maine, but the Rhode Island yard is known for its major, multi-million dollar “stem-to-stern” rebuilding projects and it’s home to one of the largest paint booths on the East Coast. Hinckley works on large boats (150’ on aver-
Fortier Boats, a family-owned and operated builder of over 500 boats since 1976. Fortier builds semi-custom New England-style V-bottom Bass Boats; a 26-footer is its most popular model. The design was originally produced by Eldridge-McInnis of Hingham, MA in the 1950s, and the fiberglass with foam core design is kept to a traditional feel with wooden trim accents. According to owner Rod Fortier, their boats can be found everywhere from the West Coast, to Texas, to the Caribbean and the Azores. Fortier is one of the first in
“You just can’t get done anywhere else what you can get done in rhode Island.” age), and not just their own – clients come from all over the world. What makes Hinckley unique is that they offer all trades under one roof: 97 employees comprised of carpenters, painters, mechanics, electricians, welders, varnish and canvas workers to name a few. This allows Hinckley to offer “one-stop shopping,” with experienced project management and warranties. General Manager Guy Gauvin notes that the service part of the business is a key diversifier: “[With the economy down] the market is flooded with used boats. Investors are upgrading these boats and re-selling them like you might a house. Also, owners are putting money into the boats they have, rather than buying new ones… interiors get dated, or people want to re-design with the latest trends.” The sea is not limited by state lines, and neither is the boating industry. Just up the Taunton River in Somerset is
New England to build with Volvo Penta IPS engines, a revolutionary forwardfacing propulsion system that increases top speeds and cruising ranges while reducing fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and noise levels. While traditional boat building is alive and well, there are others on the cutting edge of new technologies, processes and materials. Goetz Composites of Bristol has shown that the applications of evolution transcend just the boating industry. Goetz built their first boat in 1975 and their first carbon fiber boat in 1983. Stronger and lighter than other materials, carbon fiber has become a premium but necessary component for the top race boats in the world. Goetz is currently building carbon components for Hinckley’s new 48’ power boats, but President Chase Hogoboom notes that their expertise with the material has led to significant projects that are not marine related.
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“We’ve been using the boat building process to make 3-D architectural components… shapes and parts of buildings with complex curves.” Examples of their work can now be found on the roof of the Staten Island Children’s Museum and an MGM Casino in Macau. Like the Hinckley assignment, Hogoboom notes that the Macau project was a fine example of collaboration among industry locals: “We were under such a time crunch, we sub-contracted out to four different boat builders in Bristol to meet our deadline.” Goetz’s ability to draw such support from its own town was no surprise to anyone. Wendy Mackie, CEO of the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association (RIMTA), explains. “The marine
industry in Rhode Island [and surrounding area] is unique in that there are only a few other places on Earth that have a high-quality, diverse set of core and ancillary marine businesses in a concentrated area. A boat designer can literally construct a boat by piecing out the different aspects of the build and then put it together with manufacturers and suppliers within a 15 minute drive.” Bristol Boat Company’s Shea concurs, “Rhode Island is not just distinct – it’s really incomparable. This region has a few centuries of experience, and the practicality, sensibility and genius in trade skills passed down in generations are still exhibited today. The ingeniousness of tradespeople and others
from the Industrial Revolution are alive and well in the indigenous population. I’ve been building for 40 years… you just can’t get done anywhere else what you can get done in Rhode Island.” How did this region become such a nautical powerhouse? By two attributes that can never be replicated: geography and history. Rhode Island itself has over 400 miles of coastline, and while not all ocean frontage, it does include the bays, coves and beaches that make the area so beautiful. The diverse, top-notch waters appeal to boaters of all kinds, whether small recreational boats in calm waters or large ocean-bound racing boats. Coupled with the region’s rich history – boat building back to the Herreshoff days of the early 20th century, the America’s Cup
races in Newport between the 1930s and 1980s, and even the immigrant waves of the ‘50s and ‘60s when Portuguese immigrants arrived with “a tornado of skill” – the cultivation of the industry in the region was inevitable. Living in an area surrounded by water is indelibly weaved into our lives. We have our own interaction – a boat ride, a trip to the beach, a Sunday drive down the coast – but we share this great local resource with generations of boat builders, some of the best in the world, who have been born and bred with their craft and make it a way of life. Fortier summarizes the culture: “It’s just always been that way.” And with history on its side, the culture will always continue to be.
Preservation for the Future Even with a long and rich history in these parts, the boat building industry is at the mercy of the economy like most any other business. Perhaps even more so, as boating is generally a hobby and a luxury – related expenditures are the first to be cut when prospects worsen and the last to recover when they improve. The companies that weathered the recent storm, however, are poised to thrive in the recovery. Leaner and more diversified, several have shared their optimism for the upcoming year and beyond. A jewel like Narragansett Bay and generations of experience and skill will preserve this region at the forefront of the industry for quite some time. But like the schooners you’ve seen at the Newport Tall Ships Festival, it takes more than one sail to keep the boat moving. The International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS) in Newport is turning out a new generation of tradesmen to carry the torch. IYRS offers a 20-month wooden Boat Building and Restoration Program, a six-month program in Marine Systems (electronics, engines and other technology) and a six-month program in Composites Technology. Most of the 56 students currently enrolled are from the Rhode Island area, but international students from Japan, Korea, France, Germany and Greece are a testament to the school’s global reputation. “In order to thrive here in Rhode Island, the industry needs a well-trained workforce. So there’s a big effort to draw talented young people to the industry,” says IYRS public relations contact Cynthia Goss. Students intern with local companies, and 85% of last year’s graduates had jobs before graduation – most of them in the Rhode Island area. IYRS works closely with the industry to tailor the curriculum to current needs,
and this has led to opportunities outside marine applications. For example, boat builders who have expertise working with composite technology are sought out for myriad projects. As IYRS VP of marketing Susan Daly explains, “We’re training people to work with this technology that’s not just in our boats, but our cars, tennis racquets and skis.” Industry support has also come at the state government level. In 1992, the General Assembly eliminated sales taxes on boats and related services, “a boon to keeping companies here that might have gone elsewhere,” claims Hinckley’s Roe O’Brien. This summer, Newport will host an America’s Cup event from June 23 to July 1, the final stop on the World Series before the America’s Cup in San Francisco. According to Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) executive director Keith Stokes, in preparation for the event, Fort Adams is receiving a $4,000,000 upgrade to provide the international crowd with a “world class sailing destination.” Improvements are being made to the area’s utilities, docks and amenities. Stokes also mentions that re-development of the surplus Navy land on Aquidneck Island is targeted toward expanding the marine trade, citing “their exclusive use… without the residential/hotel, lifestyle uses that prices [the industry] out of other places.” With the East Bay’s recreational focus and the West Bay’s largescale industrial ports, both tourism and manufacturing are strategic initiatives to be supported by infrastructure improvements and marketing campaigns. Says Stokes, “We are looking to support our existing businesses, and attract new ones.” IYRS, 449 Thames Street, Newport. 401-848-5777, www.iyrs.org.
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ence as owner, “It has been an exciting and challenging ride ever since.” This month, the store celebrates 35 years in business and it’s clear why this gem has been such a success. “We are much more than flowers and plants,” says Coppolino. The main part of the store offers Trollbeads, Vera Bradley, interesting jewelry, home accents and decor. The next area is stocked with bath and body, women’s clothing and accessories including scarves, handbags and other unique pieces. Upstairs (yes, just when you thought you had seen all they had, there is a staircase leading to more) is the Linen Loft that displays serving pieces, dinnerware and table linens. “We work very hard to find unique, quality items,” she says, and this personal touch is what really sets Daisy Dig’ins apart from your average retail behemoths. Coppolino’s innate sense of style is evident in every corner of her store. Even before you walk through the front doors, the elegant front entrance, lush with flowers, offers a warm welcoming feeling – as well as a sense that you are about to step into retail paradise. For spring and summer trends, Coppolino suggests colorful, vivid pieces for both your wardrobe and your home. Vi-
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We caught up with Dora Larue, owner of Isadora’s Beaux in Warren, to chat about all things fashion. How did your love for fashion develop? Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve always been excited about fashion. I loved the little details (buttons, lace) and the way clothes worked. I made clothes for my dolls, and while growing up I would advise my four sisters regarding fashion. I’ve always admired people like Jackie O. and Audrey Hepburn with their classic, sophisticated look. I can also appreciate the fun aspect of fashion that is not quite so serious. How long have you been in the biz? I’ve been in this business for 20 years. I was the buyer for Gabrielle Apparel in Providence’s Wayland Square for 15 years, spending much of my time on the floor, listening to the requests and needs of very particular and professional women. I buy with my customer’s needs in mind – not just whatever a particular designer decides is a “latest trend.” I also consider that most women are not six feet tall and don’t weigh 100 pounds, so many of the fashions we
see are geared toward an unrealistic view of the world. I do consider the trends to a small degree, but enjoy combining them with a more classic, or traditional look. I have my own particular sense of taste and style, and buy accordingly. How can we lighten up our winter wardrobe and make it work with the warmer weather? Put in the closet. For those who have been layering with turtlenecks and leggings, just take them off! What do you feel is in style for spring? This spring’s fashion is very feminine, which I find refreshing. As a color palatte, baby pink, blue and yellow are very strong this year. Tropical prints also are popular again, reincarnating the ‘60s and ‘80s. What is your take on the white pants before Memorial Day issue? It seems lots of women have questions such as this. I say go for it, there’s no law in fashion. I enjoy advising people for personal assistance, and do make special appointments for those who are too busy to visit during regular hours.
Any spring fashion trends you’d like to suggest? A beautiful, light, leather bag to make the season bright. How do you take a cardigan and make it work for spring? Simple, especially in New England, where for the most part our weather requires one. I recommend that every woman have a high-quality cotton cardigan, and layer it with some brights to give us that spring bounce. What is your fashion staple for any season? A beautiful, flowy skirt with a fashionable, quality scarf. The best spring accessories are our scarves from Bolivia. What’s next for the boutique? We are about to launch a Facebook page, with advice and announcements of new arrivals. It will keep the public up to date as new lines arrive. I will continue my quest to stock my boutique with everything pertaining to women’s needs, making it easier for my customers to stop in one place. I intend to include items such as shoes and undergarments that fit their style. Isadora’s Beaux is located at 227 Water Street in Warren. 401-219-9163.
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tile in varying shades of gray. The landing bissects the first and second floor, where the recently widened and newly finished hardwood stairway and floors gleam with a fresh shine. While the hardwood floors are original throughout, Jodie and Ted refinished them all to create one cohesive hue and seamless transition from room to room. The tone complements the wood cabinetry in the kitchen, which was updated not long before the couple moved in, allowing for ample storage space for all the new place settings, stemware, flatware and serving dishes that were gifted to the couple when they said “I do.” A breakfast bar between the kitchen and dining area, which features an extended high top table with seating for six, allows conversation to flow between both spaces when the couple entertains friends for a dinner party. Moss green walls marry the two spaces, while the vaulted ceiling with an obtuse angle in the kitchen adds
an open, airy aesthetic in an otherwise cozy space. Artwork varies from framed black and white photographs of architectural details to eclectic pieces that lend punches of unexpected color – all of which work together in visual harmony.
The dining area opens into the living room where more neutral tones let the furnishings, antiques and treasured pieces take center stage. “It took some major style changes to get the room just right,” says Jodie. “The sailboat wallpaper had to go.” She and
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Tucked on a quiet street straddling the Riverside and Barrington border, newlyweds Jodie and Ted Donaghy have quickly nested into their East Bay neighborhood, making their first house together a home. Built in 1986, the split level home was in turn-key condition when the two purchased it about a year before they tied the knot, but the couple had visions of making a few modern upgrades and peppering the place with their own unique style. The first step was to transform the exterior from a run-of-the-mill raised ranch to an eye-catching charmer. To make that happen, Jodie called on some relatives, including her father, to pick up a paint brush and give the house a new, cheerful yellow hue. The shade is punctuated by deep blue shutters and a welcoming red door. Because there’s no second chance to make a first impression, the Donaghys updated the entry landing with slate
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Ted steamed and scoured until smooth walls were able to accommodate a warm cappuccino hue. In the center of the room, an antique blanket chest, modernized with the addition of metal casters, takes the piece from drab to fab. Its rustic appeal centers the room, while a cabinet from Crate & Barrel is a modern take on a vintage steamer trunk with a rich ebony finish. Bottle storage on both doors and room for up to 30 wine glasses and 20 drinking glasses make entertaining a pleasure. A surveyor’s spotlight tripod lamp illuminates the room and comfortable leather furnishings add a warm, welcoming element. In lieu of more
in Providence as a birthday present. The Donaghys chose the location of the home to be in the Barrington school district (and barely made it – only theirs and one other on the street share a Barrington address, the rest are in Riverside). Its location is just a short walk from Haines Memorial State Park, which like the East Bay Bike Bath, suits their active lifestyle. The home is a short commute to both of their places of work and is in close proximity to where they like to play, including nearby Warren, where they peruse antique shops and enjoy the town’s ever-expanding restaurant scene. Though delighted with their comfortable home for two, the couple
traditional art work, a trio of antique city and town plat maps featuring local communities including Providence and the East Bay hang on the wall, but the most special may be the nautical map of New Bedford, where Ted grew up. Jodie picked it out at Picture This
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road to get a liquor store in Barrington – one paved largely by Matt Amaral, owner of the recently opened Grapes and Grains. “It was my goal to change the way the game was played and to bring a different kind of liquor retail to Rhode Island. By doing so – it was three years for the Class A liquor license process – it gave me a lot of time to travel, and to study other retail. That’s how I came up with Grapes and Grains.” It was worth the wait. The store, which sells carefully curated wines and spirits, is unlike any other you’re going to find. First, there’s the selection. Amaral credits Peter Andrews, the store’s general manager, for that; he’s responsible for choosing the wines. “Peter is a Johnson and Wales graduate with a certificate in Wine Specialties,” Amaral says. “He has an impeccable palate.” He points out a Winslow Family Cellars Cabernet from Napa: “It’s a $35 bottle that drinks like an $100.” The store also offers a $12 and under selection, and weekly specials that are on their website as well as in store. “Peter is picking specials and switching them out every week. Some of the labels we’re putting on special are nonmainstream labels to encourage people to try something different. That’s our goal – to go in a different direction,” Amaral says. Besides thinking creatively about wines, they’re also thinking creatively about how to use technology. In the
store’s reserve room (where private tastings are available to the Wine Locker Club), they hold Skype wine tastings with winemakers and beer brewers. In May, Amaral has Skype tastings planned with Cameron Hughes Wine in California, and the Craft Beer Guild. Can’t be pinned down to a wine tasting event? Four wines are always available to taste from their wine dispenser, which is the first of its kind in Rhode Island. “There are always four on tap,” Amaral says. “They’re set to one-ounce pours; you can taste them at any time.” And while ideally Peter is there to give recommendations, there is also a touch-screen kiosk programmed with the store’s inventory that will give wine suggestions based on your preferences. “The system will recommend what you should purchase,” Amaral says. “If you’re planning a menu, it will also make recommendations.” Grapes and Grains is innovative for so many reasons, but it’s also just a nice place to spend some time sipping and browsing. After you taste some wine, you can enjoy a cup of coffee (on the house) and appreciate some art. The selection of artwork from Providence’s Gallery Z changes every few months. It’s the kind of place you could really learn a thing or two from, whether you’re a novice or a devoted oenophile. 24 Bosworth Street, Barrington. 401-245-2100, www.grapesandgrainsri.com or follow them on Twitter @GrapesGrainsRI
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their interior and food offerings. The result is a more reasonably priced quick lunch, casual dinner and family brunch menu served in an elegantly unpretentious setting. New dinner items include Locally Caught Beer Battered Fish and Chips, Pork and Littleneck Clams and Flat Iron Steak au Poivre. New lunch offerings feature an expansive list of brick oven pizzas like Crispy Bacon Pizza and Eggplant Pizza, as well as a Build Your Own Burger option featuring Kobe beef. An award-winning brunch buffet is still served every Sunday featuring prime rib and house-roasted organic turkey carving stations, pastas, omelets and lavish dessert and fruit stations. The dining room has been redesigned too, with cozy booths and a sleek new bar and lounge. Oh, and we can’t forget the name change – they’re now called, simply, 1149 Bar & Grill. 965 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk. 508-336-1149, www. bargrill.elevenfortynine.com. A New Twist On a hot summer day in Saunderstown back in the early 1930s, Sarah Squibb delighted her family with a new recipe for iced tea. Made with black tea, freshly squeezed lemon, granulated sugar, spring water and fresh-picked mint, it immediately became a family tradition. Today Granny Squibb’s Ice Teas are available in a variety of healthy, refreshing flavors including: Classic Lemon, Mojito Lime, Raspberry and Unsweetened Lemon/Mint. They’ve just released a new flavor, too – Black Currant.
Available locally at Clements’ Market in Portsmouth, Wilbur’s General Store in Little Compton, Lees’ Market in Westport and Tony’s Seafood in Seekonk, the delicious drinks contain no preservatives, artificial flavors, high fructose syrup or gluten. www.grannysquibb.com. New Owners, New Life The husband and wife team of Joanne Everett and Matt Vincent, owners of Providence’s Tortilla Flats, are taking over The Cheese Plate in Warren. They plan to use their many years of experience to revive this specialty restaurant, which has struggled under previous owners. With an expert emphasis on high quality high-end cheeses, meats, wines and beers, the restaurant will feature a new interior, outdoor seating, and will offer dine-in or take-out items. 54 State Street, Warren. 401-245-3932, www. facebook.com/thecheeseplate. Rolling onto the Barrington Scene Since its opening in early March, Sushi Express has added its own special flavor to Barrington. Its smartly designed interior has 30 seats for comfortable sit-down dining. Owner Jason Yua also owns Asian Palace and Asian Bistro in Providence, and his Chef, David Lin, has 18 years of experience preparing classic sushi, hibachi and Thai dishes. Yau has applied for a BVL liquor license. Located in the shopping center, Sushi Express shares a parking lot with Chiazza, Kozy Kitchen and Madigan’s Cafe. 306 County Road, Barrington. 401-289-2591.
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Alyssa Quito on seafood and family How has Quito’s changed over the years? Quito’s opened in 1954 with my “Grandma” (Joanne Quito) cooking fish and chips on Fridays in the front of the shellfish company that my “Poppi” (Peter Quito) owned. My father (Albert Quito) saw the development of Bristol’s waterfront in the early ‘90s and thought it would be a good idea to capitalize on that. When Quito’s first opened as a sit-down restaurant, the seating was only in the front; the back of the building remained a retail and wholesale shellfish business. As the restaurant flourished, so did its size. We now have 32 tables, both inside and outside, as well as bar seating. Do you work side-by-side with your family? My father owns and runs Quito’s. I manage the dining room, take care of large reservations and handle advertising and special events. My brother Michael is in the kitchen cooking, and my grandmother, cousins and aunt all work in the dining room with me as well. I love that Quito’s is a family business – I feel that is part of our charm. Where do you buy your fish? We get all of our seafood from local fishermen. Most of the fish we have on our menu comes fresh from Foley Fish. In
the summer, we get fresh seafood daily. What must-have dishes would you recommend to new customers? I love our Calamari Mediterranean – a pasta dish served with sautéed or fried calamari in a zesty marinara sauce with pepperoncini peppers and kalamata olives. Our Fish and Chips are light and always cooked perfectly, and our Lobster Roll has fresh hand-picked meat with a touch of mayo. For appetizers, I personally love the Stuffed Quahogs, which are made by my father daily, as well as the Steamed Mussels in our famous garlic and oil sauce. If you could only eat one dish on the menu, what would it be? I would have to say our Seafood Casserole, which is made with buttery cracker crumbs, lobster, scallops, shrimp and fish all baked until bubbling and golden brown. It’s absolutely delicious. It’s almost swimsuit season – do you offer healthy menu options? My father is very heath conscious. He works out regularly and eats mostly fresh, organic food. I recently added a Golden Salad – golden delicious apples, strawberries, mixed greens, caramelized pecans,
goat cheese and a raspberry vinaigrette. We also have Grilled Lobster Tails and Grilled Organic Chicken served with a lime and agave marinade (my father’s own recipe). Classic items that are diet friendly are any of our pan-seared dishes, anything steamed (clams, littlenecks and mussels) and our homemade seafood stew. Do you have any summer drink specials? We have new drink specials every three to four weeks corresponding with holidays and special events. Speaking of special events, do any stand out as memorable? Last summer, Roger WIlliams University had two amazing lobster clam boils with us. It was the first time some of these students had enjoyed Rhode Island seafood. I felt honored to have share this with them. What’s the best seat in the house? Table 44 has 180-degree breathtaking views of the Bristol Bay, the breeze and the sunset. Overall, the whole setting is very romantic. Alyssa Quito manages Quito’s Restaurant and Bar at 411 Thames Street in Bristol. 401-253-4500, www.quitosrestaurant.com.
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prises you, and in the case of Tyler Point Grille, I mean that in a very good way. I really had no expectations, positive or negative, while planning to dine at the Tyler Point Grille in Barrington this month. I hadn’t been to the restaurant in years and knew that there was a new owner and chef, so it was kind of like a clean slate anyway. The menu posted online looked fine, but like a book by its cover, you can’t judge a restaurant by a PDF file alone. A group of us gathered on a Friday night at the restaurant, which is almost hidden by its surroundings among the boatyards and the Barrington Yacht Club at the end of Tyler Point. It’s a great central location and I would imagine during the summer months it could be tough to get near the place on a nice day. Naturally for a restaurant in the middle of boatyards and a marina, the look of the place was sailingthemed. There were all the usual nautical motifs and artwork, with a rather fun sea mural on the wall behind the well-stocked bar – a bar that was busy when we entered and still busy when we left. We were very
cheerfully greeted and shown to a table right away. The menu is a mix of New England American/Italian dishes with traditional seafood fare. While the wine list didn’t excite me, there were some great craft brews on draft and we settled on beers before making our menu choices. We passed on the raw bar selections, wanting to see how the place fared with traditional Rhode Island seafood dishes liked Fried Calamari ($10) and Baked Littlenecks ($9). The littlenecks, which we were expecting to be prepared like clams casino, were actually more like small stuffies, with a whole littleneck on the half-shell baked with pancetta and bread crumbs. They were excellent and we wished we had more. The calamari was a standout. There are way too many sub-standard platters of fried calamari out there in the Rhode Island restaurant landscape. Often I’ve had calamari that was greasy, or rubbery or lacking in any real flavor. This was a perfectly fried platter of calamari, light and crisp, served with a generous amount of hot peppers. We were off to a great start and it was probably good for our health to have our salads next.
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For dinner we tried a number of dishes. There was the Stuffed Sole ($23), Linguine with Clams ($18), Mini Rigatoni ($18) and the evening’s risotto (price varies). The dishes came to our table, and we passed plates around to get a taste of everything. We couldn’t actually decide which dish we liked best, as all of them were very well done. The Stuffed Sole was the most unique of the plates. The sole itself was done traditionally, stuffed with lump crab meat, spinach and panko bread crumbs. The filets were beautifully rolled and cooked and were very moist and flaky. The interesting part was the Limoncello cream sauce. It was good, but perhaps just a touch sweeter than expected. Thankfully, the dish isn’t swimming in cream sauce – it’s nicely sauced so that you can get as much or as little of it as you’d like. We all liked it, but in varying intensities. The Linguine with Clams – my friend ordered white clam sauce – is another one of those Rhode Island dishes that can be so badly prepared. Other than perhaps wanting a little more salt and pepper, which is an easy enough fix, the whole table loved it. One friend was thrilled with the whole cloves of garlic and how perfectly browned they were. The dish tasted great with a nice mix of chopped clams and several whole clams in their shell. We all noted how the pasta was just the right al dente texture, which was also true for the Mini Rigatoni dish. The Mini Rigatoni came with grilled chicken, veal sausage, tomatoes and toasted panko bread crumbs, in a Parmesan Marsala cream sauce. This
was a straightforward, delicious pasta dish. The panko added some nice crunch and the veal sausage slices were very flavorful. The Mini Rigatoni probably would have been devoured like everything else, except my wife wanted to take some home for the next day. The risotto may have been the least favorite at the table, but not because it wasn’t good. Again, like the pastas, the rice was perfectly cooked. It was a goat cheese risotto and tasted like it was finished with cream as well, which just made it a little heavier than most of us liked. We really were stuffed by the end, but in the effort of good reviewing, we ordered Cannoli (which our server said were made in-house) and the Red Velvet Cake. Both were excellent desserts, though the house-made Cannoli was certainly the better of the two. Speaking of our server, she couldn’t have been more attentive and helpful, especially as we asked tons of questions about the dishes while making our decisions. The Tyler Point Grille turned out to be a very pleasant surprise. It’s conveniently located, with good food and I would happily recommend it, especially if you’re tired of being served sub-par seafood classics.
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Bristol AGAVE 805 Hope Street; 401-2561566. Agave presents an eclectic mix of flavors and influences, encompassing tapas, Latin food, Southwestern dishes, pizzas, local seafood favorites, even pastas, all with a great view of the waterfront. BLD $$-$$$ DEWOLF TAVERN 259 Thames Street; 401-254-2005. Serving contemporary American cuisine in a historic waterfront setting, DeWolf Tavern is consistently ranked among the best restaurants in New England, and has been nominated for several James Beard Awards. BLD $$-$$$ JACKY’S GALAXIE 383 Metacom Avenue; 401-253-8818. Jacky’s offers an eclectic taste of Asia, including Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Cambodian and Vietnamese. Enjoy traditional
VINE YARD EAST 315 Waterman Avenue; 401-432-7000. Wine-influenced dining meets casual down home atmosphere, and an eclectic menu of regional fare like local seafood favorites and Italian and Portuguese classics. LD $$
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ICHIGO ICHIE 5 Catamore Boulevard; 401-435-8989. The name roughly translates as “one encounter in a lifetime,” but you’ll want to visit again and again for the enchanting Japanese décor, and of course, the sushi and hibachi menus. LD $$
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Providence CAV 14 Imperial Pl.; 401-751-9164. The New York Times’ choice as one of Providence’s five best restaurants, CAV’s contemporary award-winning cuisine is available for lunch and dinner daily. They also feature Saturday/ Sunday brunch. BrLD $$-$$$
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Rumford’s newest specialized dentist is all smiles After two years of careful planning, Dr. Victoria Baeger opened Rumford Dental in the heart of Rumford Center this past January. Dr. Baeger specializes in Prosthodontics, an advanced branch of dentistry focused on creating optimal oral health in function and appearance of teeth including dental implants, dentures, veneers, crowns and teeth whitening. The waiting room is a rich pumpkin color, with comfortable seating and complimentary beverages. Dr. Baeger explains that since many of her patients are interested in cosmetic dentistry from teeth bleaching to smile design she wanted the atmosphere to be tranquil and serene. Her meticulous attention to design detail applies both to the aesthetic of the office, and her method of practice. It was as an undergraduate at Cornell University that Dr. Baeger first discovered the synergy between art and dentistry. While working in a pottery studio, she noticed that many of the sculpting tools were actually dental instruments and that Prosthodontics would allow her to be something of an oral sculptor. After receiving a BA in Chemistry and Biology at Cornell University, Dr. Baeger went on to earn a DMD from UConn, and completed three separate residencies at the University of California, Rochester General Hospital, and University of the Pacific, culminating with a specialty certificate in prosthodontics. She is a member of the ADA,
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Golf Tournament. It’s an 18-hole scramble, with raffle prizes and a meal. $100. 1pm. Swansea Country Club, 299 Market Street, Swansea. 508-728-7439, www.ripinktrucks. com/think-pink-golf.html.
May 5: Tour Rhode Island presents a spectacular day of cycling at its East Bay By Bike tour. You’ll pedal along the East Bay Bike Path under the leadership of certified instructors and members of the U.S. Open Cycling Foundation. This bike path is almost flat, making it perfect for beginners and the occasional riders. The sights and scenery, however, guarantee that the more serious cyclist will have plenty to enjoy as well. There is no better way to say hello to spring than a carefree day such as this. Tour Rhode Island is a statewide initiative, and several tours of various sorts will be happening throughout the state on May 5. If biking is not your forte, check out one of their other fun offerings. $25.68, 9:30am. Veterans Memorial Parkway North Bike Path Lot, Veterans Memorial Parkway, East Providence. 401-7242200, www.tourrhodeisland.org.
May 6 Ladies of all ages (5 and up) will enjoy Tea-licious: Fashion, Food and Fun, a day of crafts, clothes and (of course) tea. See a fashion show followed by a French Tea. $20-25. Glen Manor House, 3 Frank Coelho Drive, Portsmouth. 401-864-0149, www. glenmanorhouse.com.
May 2 As part of the Spring Film Series, check out David Araman, the First Eighty Years, about beat novelist Jack Keroauc’s musical collaborator. Free. 7:30pm. Four Corners Arts Center, 3850 Main Road, Tiverton. 401624-2600, www.tivertonfourcorners. com/artscenter.
May 10 Don’t miss the Historic Horse-Drawn Carriage Exhibit opening, to feature the museum’s rare 1820s coach along with a gallery talk and a reception. $6-8 (includes museum admission), 7pm. Linden Place Museum, 500 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-253-0390, www.lindenplace.org.
May 4 The Photography (Juried Show) Reception will take place as local artists submit work to juror Daniel McManus. 6-8pm. Exhibit continues through June 3. The Portsmouth Arts Guild 2679 East Main Road, Portsmouth. 401-293-5278, www.portsmoutharts.org.
May 10 Focused around the theme of love songs, this RWU Chorus Concert features 30 singers, directed by Jonathan Richter. Free. 7:30pm. The Barn Performing Arts Center at Roger Williams University, One Old Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-254-3626, www.rwu.edu.
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May 5 Catch local sensation Joe Fletcher and the Wrong Reasons before they play the Newport Folk Fest. It’s an outdoor show; BYOB and food allowed. $10. 7-9pm. Sandywoods Farm, 43 Muse Way, Tiverton. 401241-7349, www.sandywoodfarms.org.
May 12 An opening reception for Pigments of our Imagination kicks off this colorful exhibit. Works include oils,
Divine Comedy May 3-20: Charles Busch’s The Divine Sister is an outrageous spoof of the ever-silly nun movie. This homage to habits tells the story of a nun who must deal with several problems at once: A suitor intent on luring her away from her vows and sexual hysteria among her sisters are just two of the wacky issues she must endure. No sister act is above parody, as Busch delivers a play that will have you crying tears of laughter and rolling in the aisles. Oh, and although the title of the play may sound wholesome, it’s not… at all. Hire a babysitter and leave the children at home. $15-$25. Thur 7pm, Fri and Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market Street, Warren. 401-247-4200, www.2ndstorytheatre.com.
pastels, watercolors, acrylics, monoprints and ceramics. Free. 5-8pm. Gallery Eleven Fine Art, State Street, Bristol. 401-396-9311, www.galleryelevenfineart.com. May 12 Join in a tour at Blithewold’s Mornings in the Vegetable Garden. Designed to offer assistance to the home gardener, it will cover tips
and techniques, as well as highlighting mansion projects as they arise. 10am-noon. 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-253-2707, www.blithewold.org. May 12 For a memorable afternoon, take your children to the Dolls & Teddy Bears Ice Cream Social. See what happens when kids, frosty treats, stuffed animals, playground equipment and bal-
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Where luxury and affordability come together for as little as $109,900. loons co-mingle. 2-4pm. Kids Kove Playground, 283 County Road, Barrington. 401-247-1925. May 12 Celebrate Bird Day with Audubon – a day filled with games such as bird bingo, scavenger hunts, crafts (make your own feeder) and bird walks. $10-15. 8am-4pm. Bristol’s Audubon Environmental Education Center 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-2457500, www.asri.org. May 12 The May Is Mental Health Month 5K Run/Walk will raise awareness of services provided for families affected by mental illness. $20-$25. 8;30am registration. 10am-1pm run/ walk. 127 Johnny Cake Hill Road, Middletown. 401-846-1213, www. newportchamber.com.
new friends. Free. 2:30-3:30pm. Rogers Free Library, 525 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-253-6948, www. rogersfreelibrary.org. May 26 Rise with the chickens for Breakfast in the Barnyard. Feed the swine, brush the cows and help cook Jonnycakes on the hearth, with the help of costumed interpreters. $3-8. 9-10:30am. Coggeshall Farm Coggeshall Farm Road, Bristol. 401-2539062, www.coggeshallfarm.org. May 29 For a twist on the spectator sport, check out the New England 24th Annual Tree Climbing Competition, in which skilled climbers compete for the coveted title of champion. 12-2pm. Blithewold Mansion 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-253-2707, www. blithewold.org.
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An enchanting high school musical at Mount Hope When in high school, I always looked forward to the spring musical. The drama and music departments would combine their talents and hold auditions, casting and rehearsals culminating in the performance. So I was glad for the opportunity to get a behind the scenes look as the Mount Hope Masqueraders prepare for this month’s production of Beauty and the Beast at Mount Hope High School. At a rehearsal in April, the students were excited to be in costume for the first time, embracing their characters as director and drama teacher Carol Schlink set the scene for some costumed poses, applauded by the ensemble cast Ava Callery, a senior from Bristol, demonstrated her stunning vocals and acting abilities as she rehearsed the song “Provincial Life,” while the ensemble practiced the choreography and simultaneously sang “Belle.” There was lots of energy and enthusiasm on display. As Schlink reset the stage, I sat down with some of the cast, including Tom Hanson (The Beast), Alex O’Hanley (Lumiere), Michelle Cardoza (Chip), Samantha Egge (The Wardrobe), John Hunt (D’Argue), Ava Mascena (Mrs. Potts), Jameson Moore (Gaston) and C. J. Gerhard (Cogswell). My first task was to find out what grade each student was in. As is sometime par for the course, the leads Callery, Hanson and Egge are seniors, while the others are juniors. However, Gerhard is a freshman doing his first show with the school and plans to attend Governor School for the Arts, in Virginia, when he is a junior. When I asked the seniors in the group how they felt about performing in their last show at the school. Callery was quick to respond, “I will burst into tears.” Mascena, though a junior, echoed her sentiments by saying, “Most of us have been performing together since sixth grade.” Hansen and Hunt added, “It will be hard to say goodbye.” Some of the students plan to continue studying theater or music when
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what they call the “Schlinky Awards.” Schlink, like her students, started in high school theater. In addition to teaching, she is also an actress and has performed with Second Story Theater, Rhode Island Shakespeare Company and Barker Players. Schlink says, “They are good kids, very talented kids, hardworking and enthusiastic.” They produce two main stage productions, a play in the fall and the big spring musical at the end of the year. The fall show is cast from the acting class while the musical is open to music students. Auditions were held in January with rehearsals beginning in February along with those for the State Drama Festival. Schlink explains the rehearsal process is threepronged with vocal rehearsals, dancing rehearsals and acting rehearsals. She says, “I want to teach students to respect the art form of theater.” At this rehearsal, It is clear that she has that not only instilled respect for the theater art form but has also garnered that same respect. Performances of Beauty and the Beast are Thursday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5. For tickets call 401254-5980 ext. 3163.
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get the boat: A high maintenance, expensive, in-constant-need-of-attention object to enjoy only occasionally. To the true boaters, it is about all those things though. Being out on the water is just a part of the joy. The shiny new paint job, fresh coat of wax and minor repairs that many might find tedious, bring a sense of satisfaction and pleasure to those destined for the water this summer. Their boat is an extension of themselves, to show off to the others in the lake, bay or ocean. That is also why – besides it being bad luck to not name a boat – you see special names like Fox Sea Lady or Heeling Powers. It is the marquee for the message you send
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Bristol: Meticiulous private retreat to call home. 1st master, granite kitchen, heated pool w/cabana surrounded by lush perennials. Deeded right of way to bay! $749,000
Mary Jo Tavares 401-297-1399
Tiverton: Close to Adamsville. 3 bed Ranch. Nice size yard, stone walls, large deck. Partially finished lower level w/laundry area & workshop. Needs a little TLC. $189,000
Ryan Fonseca 401-489-0065
Bristol: Bright 3rd flr corner unit w/spacious open floor plan. 2 beds/2 baths, granite & hardwoods, laundry in unit. Generous master suite. Low condo fees! $255,000
Joann silva 401-439-8861
Bristol: North Farm Condo! Totally updated townhouse. Fabulous kitchen & baths. New heating, air, windows & doors. 2 beds, 2.5 baths. Tastefully decorated. $294,500
Marilyn Weiner 401-527-1995
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