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Contents
Illustration: (R) Eloise Narrigan
June 2011
11 21 This Month 18 A Day at the Races A NASCAR newbie heads for Seekonk Speedway
21 The Fourth is #1 A whole month of celebration for the most patriotic day of the year
Every Month 9 Letters
11 The Buzz Shagging flies with the Gulls 12 On the Bay 15 Bay Views
27 Live Well A pearl of a house in Poppasquash 29 Connoisseur 30 Shop Around 32 Home Style
35 Taste Upscale Japanese in East Providence 36 Connoisseur 37 Review 38 Drink 39 News Bites 40 Dining Guide
43 Gallery The mob gets musical 44 Calendar 47 On Stage 48 Artistry
50 Just Add Water Boating with all the privileges and none of the hassle
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Editor’s Note
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Celebrating in Style You may ask yourself, why is the June issue all about the Fourth of July? Well, as anyone who’s been to the Bristol Fourth of July Parade – the oldest in the country, lest your forget – can attest, there is way more to see, do and be a part of than you could ever possibly fit into one measly day. So this year, we’re celebrating the Fourth all summer long, from pre-parade concerts, to prepping yourself with proper parade flair, to tips for doing The Big Day properly – and even ways to keep the patriotic party going after the last float passes by.
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Elsewhere in this issue, a NASCAR novice spends a day at the races in Seekonk, and finds the answer to that eternal question: earplugs or no earplugs? And before you pack up your cooler for the parade or the race, read our expert advice on how to make seasonally inspired cocktails using fresh herbs and produce. It’s everything you need to know to kick this season off right.
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Learn from the Best session, and along with the expertise of experienced coaches and players, participants will receive a free Gulls t-shirt and a ticket to watch their talented mentors play in a game. The camp promises to be an exciting and rewarding experience for all youth, whether they dream of running the bases at a major league stadium or simply want to fine-tune their Little League skills. The Gulls will kick off their season at Cardines Field in Newport against the North Shore Navigators on June 10 at 6:35pm. 849-4982, www.newportgulls.com/camps -Erin DeVito
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The sun is out, the field is trimmed and the gloves are dusted off: it’s officially baseball season. For six- to twelve-year-old baseball enthusiasts, “the experience of a lifetime” is approaching: the Newport Gulls Youth Summer Camps offers boys and girls of all skill levels the opportunity to hone their skills with training from some of the best collegiate players in the country. The camp’s five sessions will include 12 hours of instruction over four days, from 9am to noon, and will be offered in Portsmouth, Middletown and Newport. Registration is $85 per
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Stay Positive Whether breast cancer has touched your life or not, it’s an issue that concerns every woman. While it’s no laughing matter, there is a way to show your support and have some fun, too. On June 16, head to Mt. Hope Farm in Bristol for Positively Pink, an evening to raise awareness for the cause. Featuring a fashion show, entertainment, shopping and vendors offering manicures and massages, Positively Pink benefits the Breast Health Awareness Foundation. Tickets can be purchased at Hair, Heart and Soul and Ardor in Bristol. Ardor: 458 Hope Street, Bristol. Mt Hope Farm: 250 Metacom Avenue, Bristol. 401-254-1745 Hair, Heart and Soul has another reason to celebrate this month. The glamorous salon, which offers hair, skin, nail and wellness treatments, recently moved into a new and improved location, and they’re throwing a grand opening party on June 30. For more information, contact Sarah Redman at 401-724-8038. 407 Hope Street, Bristol.
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Go Local, Stay Fresh On June 4, a unique farmers’ market will open for its second season. The Go Local Farmers’ Market features 22 vendors offering fresh, local, organic products such as meat, poultry and eggs, along with jams, preserves, baked goods, cupcakes, honey and more. The market happens on Saturdays at the White Church in Barrington from 9am-noon. Lisa Browning, a registered dietician and founder of the Go Local Farmers’ Market, says she got the idea years ago. “I’ve always thought Barrington would be the perfect place for a farmers’ market,” she explains. “We are going to try to feature something different every week in order to keep people interested and coming back.” According to Browning, the Opening Day ac-
tivities will feature the restaurant La Creperie, whose chef will prepare delicious, made to order crepes with fresh, savory spinach. Also, the Barrington Public Library will have their annual book sale that morning, and Tot’s Preschool will have their annual yard sale. The community organizations that work with Rhode Island and support Go Local are EcoRI, a recycling and compost service; the Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RISPCA) who will showcase rescue animals; and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a food stamp program, will have an outreach worker from the URI Feinstein Center. 461 County Road, Barrington. Contact Lisa Browning at lbrowning1@cox.net for additional information. -Carlee Carbone
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A Seasonable Event The Bayside Summer Festival and Craft Fair technically takes place in the spring. There, I said it. But let’s ponder this for a moment: is June 11 really too early to usher in the days of the sun? (Un)seasonal attendees will celebrate music and artistry at the Baptist Church of Warren, starting at 10am. The salute to handicrafts will be an indoor and outdoor event with featured musicians Joyce Katzberg, Otis Read and Pete Breen. Local artisans will put their
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A Grand Old Time On June 4, The Herreshoff Marine Museum commemorates four decades with their Grand 40 Gala, sponsored in part by Louis Vuitton Malletier. The black tie optional event promises to be an exquisite night of fine dining, dancing and a live auction. Auction prizes include a one-week Italian holiday, a Patriots game private suite package, and a one-year membership at an exclusive yacht club, to name a few. Tickets can be purchased for $250 a person or $2500 for a table of ten by emailing events@ herreshoff.org. 1 Burnside Street, Bristol. 401-253-5000, www.herreshoff.org Gather a group (and don’t forget the dog) for the Potter League’s Heart and Sole Walk for the Animals on Sunday, June 5. Check in and activities, including a doggy obstacle course and children’s crafts, begin at 10am, followed by pet contests at 11am and the walk kicking off
at noon at scenic Glen Park. Free lunch will be provided for all participants, and the walk will take place rain or shine. Register online at www.potterleague. org by June 3 to collect pledges in honor or memory of your favorite pet, and do your part for our furry friends. Glen Road, Portsmouth. 401-846-0592, www. potterleague.org Join Habitat for Humanity of Rhode Island’s East Bay chapter for a Seaside Soiree on June 4 from 7-11pm at the beautiful Regatta Place on Goat Island. The event features a silent auction with fantastic prizes, live music and dancing, and cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $90 per person. Support this amazing cause in its efforts to provide all Rhode Islanders with a home they can call their own. 5 Marina Plaza, Newport. www.habitateastbayri.org -Erin DeVito
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My only exposure to auto racing was during college when my roommates and I sat on our couch one day and watched the entire Indy 500 from start to finish. However, our immobility that day was a reflection of the need to recuperate from the prior night’s activities, not an actual interest in the event billed as “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” A bunch of cars driving in a circle: how exciting could that possibly be? Knowing that TV rarely does the live experience justice, I went off to Seekonk Speedway to find out. With my hesitant girlfriend in tow (“Racecars? Really? Ummmmm… OK”), we set out for Route 6. Upon arriving, our first observation was that raucous NASCAR tailgaters had not set up shop in Seekonk. Maybe we were too early. Maybe we were in the wrong parking lot. Whatever the reason, it was pretty subdued. We purchased our $12 general admission tickets and entered the track. Usually the most important decision at any sporting event is figuring out which offensively overpriced food and beverage items to indulge in throughout the day. More on that later, but this being auto racing a new dilemma presented itself. Near the entrance, earplugs were being sold for $2 a pair. Do we buy earplugs, only to look like wimps when the races start and we realize that nobody else is wearing them? Or do we forego the plugs, only for us to realize, “YES, IT REALLY IS THAT LOUD” and then sheepishly return to the earplug vendor as he snickers at our rookie mistake? Momentarily
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filled with hubris inspired by the sea of Harley Davidson jackets in the crowd, we decided to skip the earplugs. We had time to kill, so we walked around to get the lay of the land. There was a noticeable police presence (were those raucous NASCAR fans on their way?), but the crowd was a relaxed mix of young and old, men and women, families and car buffs. Off to the side of the track there was a private VIP “race pit,” where all the drivers camped out with their cars and teams in preparation for the evening’s races. A fence blocked access to this area, but still allowed the crowd to see the different cars and even listen in as the drivers congregated before the start
to hear an official review of the rules. After browsing through souvenir stands, it was time to eat. The concessions around the main entrance offered the usual fare of hamburgers, hot dogs and pizza as well as local favorites like Del’s Lemonade and Narrangansett Beer. However, those willing to walk a bit are rewarded with additional outlets offering chourico sandwiches and Italian delicacies. I can never resist sausage and peppers, and a $6 version from Pinelli’s Deli Express did not disappoint. The schedule for the evening included five divisions: Street Stocks, Sport Trucks, Legends, Late Models and Pro Stocks. I couldn’t tell you the difference between any of them except that Legends cars are sur-
prisingly Matchbox small and that Sport Trucks are, well, trucks. Each division would have two qualifying rounds, with each round consisting of ten cars in a ten-lap race. Once the ten qualifying rounds were complete, each division would have a larger feature race, with 20 cars in a 25-lap race. (Car and lap counts actually varied a bit by division.) The first race was a Street Stock qualifier, and we were instantly relieved that the noise was tolerable – no earplugs needed, though others in the crowd did wear them. What we did need though was a rulebook. The drivers came out of the pit, did some warm-up laps, suddenly sped up and raced around, and then just as suddenly slowed down and drove
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wrong way, in what had been quite a collision. Sadly, Seekonk Speedway does not have a Jumbotron offering instant replay. A nice touch of the features is that winning drivers are granted a post-race victory lap with the prized checkered flag in hand. The drivers later emerge for an interview, which offers an interesting shift in perspective. As a novice spectator, I found myself personifying the cars – for example, the Pro Stock with a caved in passenger side door that became an automotive version of Rudy as he fought for the lead, or the Legends car that so effortlessly cruised past the competition like Michael Phelps through a swimming pool. Upon seeing and hearing the drivers, it was a reminder that there are talented, real people behind the wheel – with colorful names like “Radical” Rick Martin and Steve “The Ax Man” Axon – who come to Seekonk Speedway to do something they love. I wouldn’t say I left Seekonk Speedway as a rabid racing fan, but I certainly have a new appreciation for the sport. Conveniently located and reasonably priced, it’s a fun night out for the person or family tired of the same old and looking for something new. The season runs from May to October, with special events around the holidays including a Monster Truck show. And if you do add it to your summer “to-do” list, earplugs are optional. 1710 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk. 508-336-9959, www.seekonkspeedway.com
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Parade Helpful tips for your first Fourth experience
Believe it or not, there are people out there who have never experienced the spectacular that is the Bristol Fourth of July parade. Here are our tips for getting the most out of the rookie’s parade experience.
Hit the bike. With downtown streets closed off, traffic coming in and out of Bristol will be a mess for hours that day. Skip the car and ride in on the bike path.
Start early (or late). People stake out their spots on the parade route before dawn. Unless you’re going to go hours before the 10:30am parade start, head in after the parade starts, when traffic has died down, and find a spot at the end of the parade route.
Protect yourself. You’re going to be in the blistering sun for hours. Wear sunglasses. Bring sunscreen, reapply it, and find yourself a nice shady spot to retreat for a break from the heat.
Bring a cooler. Just don’t put booze in it. Most Bristol businesses are closed during the parade, so finding refreshments isn’t as easy as you’d think.
Bring something to sit on. You’ll get tired of standing after the first couple of hours – trust us. Chairs are great; blankets are more convenient.
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Wear your patriotism on your sleeve. You’d be amazed at the amount of parade flare you’re going to see on the Fourth. Don’t miss out: wear red, white and blue. (And no, your jeans don’t count. It’s going to be too hot for pants, anyway.)
Make friends. The spirit of celebration doesn’t end with the parade. Get yourself invited to a party – one will be happening in, oh, every single backyard in Bristol – and enjoy the rest of the day.
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Be a star. Choose your spot wisely – as in, by the local news cameras – and you could end up on the live telecast.
Speaking of which, choose your spot wisely, if you know what we mean. You don’t want to walk a mile through parade crowds when nature calls.
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Bristol’s Independence Day celebration is a summer-long event For more information on anything listed here, visit www.july4thbristolri.com pendence Park. June 25 The Concert Series continues with The Driftwoods, a Beach Boys tribute band. June 25-July 4 Bring the whole family to the Rockwell Amusements Carnival, featuring rides, games and entertainment, happening all week on the Town Common. June 26
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June 3 Feeling creative? Get your entries in today for the Fourth of July Photography Contest, for which Bristol residents are encouraged to submit their photos in categories like patriotic, celebrations and Bristol architecture. June 12 Spend a day at the races – the Orange Crate Derby, that is. That day, Bristol kids between the ages of 7 and 14 race vehicles of their own design and construction on Bayview Avenue. June 14 Salute Old Glory on Bristol’s Town Common at the Flag Day Ceremony. Between High and Wood Streets.
Remind your kids that there was life before video games at Old Fashioned Days, when families gather at the Town Common for low-tech competitions like sack races and wheelbarrow races. June 18 The annual Vintage Baseball Game, this year between the Bristol Blues and the Providence Grays, is played by 1863 rules (including no gloves and no helmets). At the game on the Town Common, enjoy free hot dogs and refreshments. June 22 The 2011 Concert Series kicks off in Independence Park with a free, outdoor performance by Band of Brothers. At this show, the Downtown Bristol Merchants Association will announce the winners of the Springo Bingo contest (see p. 26 for more details). On Bristol Harbor between Franklin and Oliver Streets.
That night, The Patterson Smith Quartet brings jazz, swing and rhythm and blues to the Concert Series, followed by Detroit Breakdown, a blues project featuring a collection of notable local musicians. June 26 Celebrate in a whole different way at the annual Interfaith Service at St. Michael’s Church. 399 Hope Street. June 27 Local favorites The Superchief Trio brings their lively, bluesy music to Independence Park, performing original songs and select covers by artists like Professor Longhair and Huey Smith. After, the world-famous (and unmissable) Roomful of Blues performs. June 28 The concert series continues with the family affair that is the Doug Botelho Band, performing jazz standards and popular songs. June 29
June 23 A Road Race around the Town Common can win you prizes. That evening, the East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble, followed by Gerry Grimo and the East Bay Jazz Ensemble, will perform in Independence Park as part of the Concert Series. June 24
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Juniper Hill, a band covering the hits of the ‘80s, and Rune, a Bristol-based band that blends Celtic inspiration with rock music, will perform at Inde-
Celebrate patriotism in style with the United States Air Force Band of Liberty as part of the Concert Series on the Town Common. Based at Pease Air Force Base in New Hampshire, this group of talented brass musicians has been performing for over 30 years. June 30 The Concert Series continues with John Allmark’s East Side Horns, featuring Mac Odom and Chill, which is a group comprised of musicians who have spent their careers backing the likes of Aretha Franklin, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder and more. At this event, the July Fourth Committee will an-
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July + August July 1 The Jesse Liam Band, fronted by father-son duo Jack and Jesse Gauthier, performs at Independence Park, followed by A Tribute to the Music of John Denver with Jim Curry. July 2 The most glamorous Independence Day festivity is the Fourth of July Ball at Mount Hope Farm, featuring entertainment by Ed Massa Music, catering by Russell Morin Fine Caterers, and dancing under the stars. 250 Metacom Avenue.
DiMucci, who will be performing classic songs, contemporary hits and Broadway favorites at An Evening of Stage and Screen Under the Stars. After, fireworks light up Bristol Harbor in a stunning annual display.
the most patriotic town starts off with none other than Patriotic Exercises at the Colt School (570 Hope Street), starting at 8:30am. The parade itself starts at the corner of Chestnut and Hope Streets at 10:30am and ends just past the Town Common on High Street.
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If a concert on the lawn is more your style, check out Big in Europe, a Bristol-based rock and pop cover band, and The Patrick McAloon Band, as part of the Concert Series.
If you’d rather not fight the crowds, watch the parade from Linden Place, which hosts its annual Fourth of July Parade Picnic that day, complete with refreshments and plenty of guaranteed seats. 500 Hope Street. www.lindenplace.org July 16-17
July 3 Show off your skill at mixed doubles at the Bristol Fourth of July Tennis Tournament, held at Mt. Hope High School.
One of the most highly anticipated events of the celebration is the Fourth of July Drum and Bugle Corps Competition at Mt. Hope High School. Now in its 23rd year, this event draws top Drum and Bugle Corps from across America and Canada. 199 Chestnut Street. The final concert at Independence Park is a big one: The Bristol County Chorus performs, followed by Michael
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Go cruising at the Classic Car Show, with prizes given to the winners in different categories, at Bristol’s town beach. Asylum Road.
Give a Little, Get a Lot It might be a bit of an understatement to say that Bristol’s annual Fourth of July celebration means a lot to a lot of people. But what you might not realize is that it costs a lot (and we mean a lot: the whole celebration costs about $250,000 annually) to produce. While most of that money comes from sponsorships, it’s still helpful for the people who enjoy the parade and ensuing festivities every year to donate. “It’s important to help support it,” says Parade Chairman Dick Devault. “It goes a long way, and takes some of the pressure off the sponsors, if everyone who goes contributes in some way.” And there are plenty of ways you can contribute. First, there’s the good, old fashioned dona-
tion. About 45 minutes before the parade starts, you’ll see a group of people walking the parade route for just this purpose. They’ll be asking for your cash; you should probably give them some. Then, there are souvenirs, sold by the Fourth Committee at all the celebrations. New this year is a 2012 Fourth of July Calendar, with 12 months of images from the celebration. Finally, the truly patriotic will revel in the new Fourth of July license place, which is in the approval process right now. “Applications for the license plate are available now, but we can’t do anything definite until we have 900 applications,” Dick says. Visit www.july4thbristolri.com to place your order.
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One Bristol home boasts a rich history – and uncertain future
the property. “Columbia was built by the Herreshoff Manufacturing Company in 1899, and was the first two-time defender of the America’s Cup in 1899 and 1901. She was cut up for scrap in 1913 at City Island, New York,” says Thompson, adding that while he doesn’t know how his family acquired it, the flagpole is a vivid memory of his time at Windfall. He also recalls photographs of American and French sailing crews with the mast hoisted on their shoulders the day his family, the MacLeods, donated the mast-turned-flagpole to the Herreshoff Marine Museum. Through the decades, Thompson says Windfall has served as meeting place for the family for multiple generations. He fondly remembers on
the major holidays there, “and any excuse to have a cookout in the summer.” Seems his grandparents putting him to work inspired the young Thompson. In 1995, he received a BS in Fisheries Science from the University of Rhode Island, where he continued to work as a research assistant for two more years. There he learned more about public outreach programs throughout the state, including oyster aquaculture. In 1998, with his grandfather’s blessing, Thompson founded Windfall Shellfish, originator of the Poppasquash Oyster. He says the bay had historically supported a thriving oyster fishery. Thompson’s oyster farm is situated directly in front of the house, which looks across the bay onto
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Thompson started the business with the hopes of helping to support the property. “At the time, my grandfather was caring for my grandmother while she battled Alzheimers, and my living there proved mutually beneficial,” he says. “I became very close to him during these years; he was a good friend.” The first Poppasquash Oyster was produced in 2000, and today, the delicious delicacies are served at some of the best restaurants in the state and beyond. It’s Rhode Island’s smallest aquaculture farm, but one of the best loved. “The farm is 14 years established, and serves a recurring ‘spawning biomass,’ releasing hundreds of billions of larvae
into the bay for wild recruitment,” explains Thompson. While things in the water are going well, up on land, Windfall is facing an uncertain future. “With the settling of the estate, unfortunately the best monetary use of the property is to tear down the house and sub-divide the property one time. It’s a case of the pieces being worth more than the whole,” he concedes. “I have looked into different government programs to try and preserve it, but none fit or apply. With recent efforts by the government to try and re-establish a native oyster population, I think my farm would make a great nonprofit.” He is currently reaching out to state officials and organizations to try and help and support his quest.
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Deliciously Gourmet. Stylishly Local. Gifts of Distinction.
Taste Connoisseur by Julie Tremaine
Sweets with Pop Warren’s Louise Ellis puts deliciousness on a stick with cakepops I love the idea of cakepops – they’re sophisticated and fun and seem like a natural evolution from cupcakes. What inspired you to start with them? I have a wild sweet tooth, but have always found myself looking for just a little something sweet. What I love about cakepops is that they are rich, decadent and satisfying at just a fraction of a typical dessert size.
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What has the response been so far? It is so gratifying to watch Sweetbites create so many smiles. The delight of having a cake small enough to fit on a lollipop stick has made these treats irresistible. They are fun, whimsical, elegant and delicious. The response so far has been overwhelming. What goes into making a cakepop? Cakepops are bite-size balls made of homemade crumbled cake mixed with homemade frosting, hand-dipped on a lollipop stick in a chocolate candy coating and then decorated. Sweetbites is committed to using local ingredients. Our commitment to utilizing local ingredients allows us to offer a fresh, local product as well as give back to our community and do our part to “go green.” What’s
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made you want to start a boutique confectioner? I fell in love with creating moments and memories. Before Sweetbites, I worked as an event planner, planning everything from weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, birthdays and social gatherings. In my personal time, my whole life, I’ve always had a passion for baking and cooking. It became my creative outlet, my therapy. Discovering my passions for creating memories and baking, I decided to go back to school to earn an MBA in Hospitality from Johnson and Wales University. The knowledge and skills I learned at JWU enabled me to create a viable business as I poured my heart and soul into the creative process that became Sweetbites. How do you formulate your flavors? What’s your favorite? I really wanted to create some unique and bold flavor combinations. I developed our signature flavors by thinking
about some of my favorite childhood sweets and then transformed those flavor profiles into cakepops. Growing up I always loved Thin Mints – so I played around with some recipes until I created a cakepop to mimic the flavor and texture. Our Mint Chocolate Bite is deliciousness: dark chocolate cake and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate frosting, drowned in dark chocolate mint dip and topped with glistening green sprinkles – it’s truly an after-dinner delight! For summer I am working on a line of chocolate covered berries, utilizing locally grown produce. Right now our most popular flavor by far is the Chocolate Covered Strawberry. I would like to take this concept and expand to offer white or dark chocolate covered raspberry, blueberry and cherry. You can try Sweetbites yourself by ordering from their website, www. sweetbitescakepops.com, or calling 401-654-9865.
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301 Hope St. Bristol RI 401.253.3117
Why not cupcakes? The area seems like it needs a boutique cupcake bakery. Do you ever make them? Cakepops are wonderful because they are extremely versatile. Not only are they a perfect dessert, but they also function as edible arrangements, centerpieces, place cards for weddings, party favors, or as gifts. I do love to make cupcakes. Sweetbites is currently a web-based boutique confectioner working out of the kitchen at 195 Frankin in Bristol. We are working on plans to open a storefront where our product line will expand to offer cakepops and gourmet cupcakes.
Taste Eat by Michael Madden
A Good Chance Sushi and hibachi that will keep you coming back Since the middle
Photography: Kate Kelley
of 2009, Ichigo Ichie has been perhaps the best sushi and hibachi destination in the Bay. Stashed as it is in East Providence, it may not offer easy access to much of the area, but as its name (which means “one chance, one encounter” in Japanese) suggests, they only need to get you out there once in order to hook you. The fountain in the entrance, under a starry ceiling and behind glass doors fogged by the humidity, is classic upscale hibachi through and through. However, I still wasn’t sure when we walked in whether we’d eat their Teppanyaki cuisine (the style of Japanese food prepared on an iron griddle) or partake of the kitchen menu, so I asked the host where they did most of their business. “Hibachi,” he quickly replied, so I had him lead us to a table. We came in fairly late on a Wednesday night and got our own table – a rare bit of privacy in the sort of restaurant where you’re generally eating
Godzilla Roll
with a group of merry strangers. The menus are large, with a false agedbronze façade, and we quickly began to bemoan our choice of hibachi as we saw some excellent sounding kitchen entrees. In particular, my dinner companion liked the look of the Basil Prawns and Tenderloin ($23), and I would have been happy to try the Plum Duck ($18) with red wine sauce. Setting that aside, we ordered a bottle of Sho Chiku Bai sake ($25) as a gong sounded and a trio of waiters sang “Happy Birthday” to a young girl at the next table over. We drank the sake from champagne flutes; it had only a hint of the floweriness I normally associate with the beverage, and a strong sour tang that I rather enjoyed. Our server, Mark – a professional in every sense – warned us that the Teppanyaki chefs were presently occupied at other tables and it might take a bit for them to get to us, so we put in an order for some sushi before our entrees. We chose the Sweet Heart Roll
Haru Maki (deep fried spring roll with pork and vegetable) ($12), which has spicy tuna, avocado and crunchy tempura batter on the inside, and tuna and spicy mayo on the outside. Each of the specialty rolls at Ichigo Ichie is detailed in terms of what’s on the inside and what’s on the outside (the barrier in question being the seaweed wrap). I wasn’t sure what was sweetheart about the roll until it came out in heart-shaped pieces with bright red spicy mayo on top. I’m a bit of a sushi novice – by which I mean, I’ve eaten quite a variety of sushi and I love raw foods, but I don’t enjoy it as much as other people I know – but these were some of the tastiest bits I’ve ever had. They were fatty and had a melting texture in the mouth, and the tuna proclaimed its freshness with a vivid, and not variegated, deep red color. The yellow pickled ginger was superb, especially if you’re used to the lower quality orange stuff some places will put on your plate. For our entrees (which come with mushroom soup, ginger-dressing salad, fried rice, vegetables and two shrimp as an appetizer), we chose the Lobster Tails and Sirloin ($29) and the Filet and Shrimp ($27) and decided to share. The mushroom soup had fresh mushrooms and the scallion taste was sharp and to the fore – I liked it a lot better than the standard miso I usually get. The salad was overdressed, but the ginger taste was crisp and unobtrusive (that is, for the amount of it there was) on the fresh greens. Our hibachi chef, Nono, arrived and
proceeded to perform his craft with aplomb. My favorite of his tricks (other than the onion volcano; I’m a gigantic sucker for the onion volcano) was spraying a bottle of his cooking sake into my mouth, at least three times throughout his preparations. He also generously sprayed the food, imparting sweetness to the rice and vegetables that only improved on their natural toothsomeness. The shrimp had a nice sear from the sake. The two small lobster tails were plenty of food, and very tender. I took a moment to appreciate the difference between the sirloin and the filet. The sirloin, of course, had more of its own taste, meaty and charred. The filet took on more of the sweetness of the sake and cooking oil, but was mostly just small bits of soft, tender beefy sustenance, without a remarkable savor. With a last spray of sake, Nono departed, and we briefly debated whether we could stand to get dessert after the largesse of dinner, deciding against. Too full. Though I’ll be back, if only to get the fried banana ($5).
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by Caitlin Quinn
Summer in a Glass
Bring your farmers’ market to your Friday night When it comes to cocktails, I’ve always preferred savory to sweet. One of my favorite ways to mix a tart yet refreshing summer sipper is by incorporating fresh produce, in all its herbal, robust, pronounced glory. Lucky for me, farmers’ markets return this month in full force with no shortage of earthy delights to choose from. Seasonal ingredients raise the profile of your beverage because at their peak, their flavor is at its fullest. Herbs like lemongrass, rosemary and lavender balance the natural sugars of native berries, melons and pitted fruits. Surprisingly, vegetables prove equally delicious – especially when paired with citrus – with rich colors that stimulate the visual palate as well as taste. Beets, carrots, tomatoes and cucumbers play nicely with others and are locally available in abundance. Neutral spirits like vodka and gin lend themselves to more experimentation, but brandy and rum can work just as well. Infuse flavors into spirits and syrups for refined results, and muddle when seeking something a little rustic and relaxed. The best way to start at home is to use seasonal ingredients to refresh your favorite classic – just don’t mess with more than two ingredients at a time. If cocktail chemistry isn’t your bag, visit the Boat House in Tiverton, where expert mixologist Jason Kindness will produce a tall glass of freshness just for you. While you’re there, thank him for the recipes below and congratulate him on representing the Boat House at the Manhattan Cocktail Classic last month. 227 Schooner Drive, Tiverton. 401-6246300, www.boathousetiverton.com Basil Gimlet (Featured on Boat House summer cocktail menu) 2 oz vodka or gin 1 oz fresh lime juice 1 oz simple syrup 3-5 basil leaves
The Gimlet is a traditional drink made predominately with gin and Rose’s Lime Juice. What I’ve done is a slightly deconstructed version, avoiding processed ingredients. Place the basil at the bottom of a cocktail shaker or pint sized mixing glass (whichever you have), and top with ice and the remaining ingredients. Cover and shake vigorously. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass (translation: martini glass, for the non aficionados) and float a single basil leaf as a garnish. The basil brings a very subtle, refreshing flavor to your cocktail along with a lovely bright color. Thyme Saver 2 oz Don Q Añejo rum 2 oz fresh lemon juice 1.5 oz agave nectar 3 blackberries 3 sprigs of thyme The key to any cocktail using fresh ingredients is achieving a good balance. Use a sour citrus juice (such as lemon or lime) to compliment a sweet
ingredient and bring the tart down to a refreshing balance. While most bartenders use simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water) to sweeten a mix, feel free to get creative with alternatives. Using agave nectar has become popular in recent years with bartenders due to its deep caramel flavors and all natural, low glycemic properties. Combine the blackberries, lemon juice and agave nectar in a blender or food processor and blend. Fill your shaker or mixing glass with ice and add the rum and juice mix. Take two of the thyme sprigs in your hand and slap them to release the oils. Place them at the bottom of your empty highball glass and top with ice. Shake your juice mixture and strain over the ice into your highball glass and garnish with your remaining thyme sprig. Tip: blackberries muddled or blended can leave gritty seeds, which is why I prefer straining with this particular cocktail. Strawberries Paris 6 strawberries (cleaned/halved) 6 oz Grand Marnier 4 oz honey 2 oz fresh orange 1 bottle sparkling wine or Champagne Tired of the same old Mimosas? This easy recipe will wow your guests and bring life and color to your brunch. Gran d Marnier is one of my favorite multi-use liqueurs that works amazingly in food (feel free to substitute Gran Gala for a less costly alternative). Combine all ingredients (excluding Champagne) in a blender or food processor and blend to a puree. Add about 2 oz of the puree to the bottom of a chilled champagne flute and fill the glass with the bubbly. Garnish with a sliced strawberry and orange twist.
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Season’s Eatings
Summertime favorites reopen in Westport
Photography: Kate Kelley
Fish and Chips at The Back Eddy
If you’re thinking the best facets of the inevitable arrival of summer are the soaring temperatures, longer days and stronger rays, frankly, you’re missing the point: that some of the state’s finest purveyors of seafood are reopening for the season. Westport is home to two of those in The Back Eddy and The Bayside. The Back Eddy has its basis in the New England seafood tradition, which begins with chowder and ends with fried clams, but also expands on the theme with dishes like its Moroccan Style Pan Seared North Atlantic Salmon. The restaurant has a casual atmosphere, but the food is sophisticated. If you want a 14 oz. ribeye and a plate of fried clams, well, that’s on the menu (and I do want it). But they also make kimchi in house, and it’s spicy and delicious. 1 Bridge Road, Westport. 508636-6500, www.thebackeddy.com. The Bayside is homier, though considerably more upscale than a clam shack, and sports a scenic patio overlooking the waters of Buzzard’s Bay. The secret here is in the batter, though – their fried foods are practically delicacies. Whether you’re ordering cod, clams, scallops or eggplant fries, you’ll find it irresistible. 1253 Horseneck Road, Westport. 508-636-5882 ITALIAN STALLION John Mariani is a big fish – and while Rhode Island isn’t the smallest pond
when it comes to food, it’s still exciting to see the Esquire food critic and longtime publisher of The Virtual Gourmet newsletter come to DeWolf Tavern in Bristol on June 16 to conduct a book signing for his most recent work, How Italian Food Conquered the World. In honor of that visit, Chef Sai Viswanath will prepare an Italian-inspired dinner with wine pairings, along with guest Mary-Ann Esposito of Food Network fame, hostess of the show Ciao Italia. 259 Thames Street, Bristol. 401-2542005, www.dewolftavern.com. YANKEE DOODLE DANDY Their vast corridors of wine and fine spirits are a heady intoxicant all their own. But on June 2, Yankee Spirits in Swansea holds their first ever Scotch Gala. The event will feature 30 of the finest single malt Scotches, and every 30 minutes a seminar to explain the differences between appellations like Highland, Lowland, Speyside and Islay. Scottish comedian and Toastmaster Sir Jeremy Bell will bring his bagpipes and add some levity to the event, which promises to be intoxicatingly informative. RSVP by contacting Lisa Gailey at lgailey@ yankeespirits.com. 207 Swansea Mall Drive, Swansea. 508-672-8400, www. yankeespirits.com.
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DEWOLF TAVERN 259 Thames Street; 401-254-2005. Set in a historic stone warehouse, DeWolf Tavern offers casual dining and drinks on its outdoor patio. An elegant upstairs dining area serves contemporary American cuisine by acclaimed Chef Sai. D $$-$$$
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Green Eggs 576 Metacom Avenue; 401-254-3443. Get a delicious breakfast with fresh, wholesome ingredients and a side of whimsy. Enjoy an omelette, or savor childhood all over again with a triple-decker peanut butter and banana sandwich. BBr $
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JACKYS GALAXIE 383 Metacom Avenue; 401-253-8818. Jackie’s offers an eclectic taste of Asia, including Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Cambodian and Vietnamese. Enjoy traditional recipes combined with modern technique and flair for a unique dining experience. LD $-$$
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Tong-D 156 County Road, Barrington; 401-289-2847. Curry lovers and Asian food fanatics will go crazy for this authentic Thai restaurant. For great food and great service in an upscale yet comfortable atmosphere, try Tong-D. LD $$
THAMES WATERSIDE BAR & GRILL 251 Thames Street; 401-253-4523. Enjoy all your seafood and pub favorites – from lobster rolls to half-pound burgers, from pizzas to pastas – in an incomparable waterfront setting overlooking Bristol Harbor. LD $-$$
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Chiazza Trattoria 308 County Road; 401-247-0303. Chiazza provides delicious Italian American cuisine in an upscale setting nestled in the heart of historic Barrington. Enjoy brick oven pizzas, as well as antipasti, pasta, seafood and a full bar. LD $-$$
AGAVE 805 Hope Street; 401-256-1566. 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. LD $$-$$$
HORTON’S SEAFOOD 809 Broadway; 401-434-3116. Enjoy the finest of fresh seafood at this family-owned-and-operated restaurant. Horton’s is famous for their fried clams and fish and chips, and offers takeout. LD $-$$
TYLER POINT GRILLE 32 Barton Avenue; 401-247-0017. With its nautical décor and open-air kitchen, Tyler Point Grille serves up contemporary Italian fare and classic seafood in a relaxed waterfront setting. You can even arrive by boat. D $-$$$
BEEHIVE CAFÉ 10 Franklin Street; 401396-9994. Everything at this independent coffee shop, from breads to Europeanstyle espresso drinks, is made by hand (including the mayo) and under $10. It’s a must-try for breakfast or lunch. BLD $
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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 $$
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Little Compton The Barn 15 Main Street; 401-6352985. Serving up creative breakfast fare, The Barn is open seven days a week. Their Johnnycakes are the stuff of legend. Make sure to try their other locally inspired dishes, like the Westport River Omelet or Eggs Blackstone. B$ CROWTHER’S RESTAURANT 90 Pottersville Road; 401-635-8367. Crowther’s has maintained a tradition of quality dining and service in Little Compton for over 25 years, serving everything from small plates to seafood classics. LD $-$$
Portsmouth Fieldstones Grille 980 East Main Road; 401-293-5200. The casual and lively atmosphere of Fieldstones is perfect for family dining, seven days a week. Choose from pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks or their specialty fajitas, all made with the freshest ingredients. LD $-$$ Melville Grille 1 Lagoon Road; 401683-4400. The Melville Grille is a waterfront restaurant that showcases the beauty of New England seaside dining in a lighthearted environment. They offer classic American fare with their own unique twist. LD $-$$
Providence McFADDEN’S 52 Pine Street; 401-8611782. For an after-work drink over appetizers, great pub food while watching a game or a sophisticated, eclectic dinner, McFadden’s is a lively and comfortable place to be. LD $-$$$ NEW RIVERS 7 Steeple Street; 401751-0350. Long considered one of Providence’s finest restaurants, the James Beard Award-nominated New Rivers serves creative New American cuisine with an emphasis on local, seasonal ingredients in an intimate setting. D $$-$$$
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New Jackets and Fleece by The North Face PARKSIDE 76 South Main Street; 401331-0003. Chef/owner Steven Davenport’s Parkside offers innovative foods ranging from spicy crab cakes to Grilled Tenderloin and Portobello salad. The menu also includes creative pasta dishes and Parkside’s signature rotisserie meat. LD $-$$
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Pizzico Ristorante 762 Hope St.; 421-4114. Pizzico sets the standard for Italian cuisine on the East Side, with award-winning food, a wide variety of wine and a rustic yet eclectic atmosphere. LD $$-$$$ TASTE OF INDIA 221 Wickenden Street; 401-421-4355. Providence’s first Indian restaurant delivers on its promise of serving real (and really delicious) Indian cuisine, with seafood delicacies and Tandoori specialties, made with authentic Indian spices. LD $-$$
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1149 East 965 Fall River Avenue; 508336-1149; also 1149 Division Street, Warwick/East Greenwich line; 401884-1149. Metropolitan chic comes to the suburbs – its second location, no less – at this super stylish restaurant with a raw bar, outstanding menu and some of the best cocktails around. LD $-$$$ BONEYARD BARBECUE AND SALOON 540 Central Avenue; 508-7616855. From tender, juicy pulled pork to full and half racks of ribs to chicken wings with over 30 sauces to choose from, Boneyard will satisfy your appetite for food and fun. LD $-$$ Old Grist Mill Tavern 390 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk; 508-336-8460. Built in 1745, the Old Grist Mill offers classic New England dishes to match the atmosphere. Come to the river’s edge for legendary crab cakes and lobster. LD $-$$$ Tito’s Cantina 1379 Fall River Avenue,; 508-336-2400. 651 West Main Road, Middletown; 401-8494222. Old Mexico is alive and well at Tito’s. Famous for their homemade salsa, Tito’s
Br brunch B breakfast L lunch D dinner $ under 10 $$ 10–20 $$$ 20+
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New England’s Only Mosaic Art Gallery
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TOTI’S GRILL AND PIZZERIA RESTAURANT 373 Taunton Avenue; 508336-6399. For classic pizza and hearty fare in a family friendly atmosphere, visit Toti’s. You’ll find everything from specialty pizzas and sandwiches, to souvlaki, steaks and even breakfast. BLD $-$$
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Warren BLOUNT CLAM SHACK 353 Water Street; 401-245-3210. Located on Warren’s historic waterfront, this clam shack offers favorites like their Fish Reuben or Giant Lobster Roll in a causal, family friendly atmosphere. Now serving beer and wine. LD $ STELLA BLUES 50 Miller Street; 401289-0349. This upscale pub and selfproclaimed “edgy eatery” mixes eclectic fare and exciting live music. Their enclosed porch offers great views of the Warren River. LD $-$$
Tickle’s Tea Room 2219 Grand Army Highway (Rte. 6); 508-379-0717. A cozy spot for tasty meals, Tickle’s features a variety of salads, soups, sandwiches and quiche. Enjoy a classic and delicious Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup, or a fresh Apple Walnut Salad. L $
SUNNYSIDE 267 Water Street; 401247-1200. Daytime dining goes gourmet. Featuring innovative dishes and local ingredients served in a refined but relaxed atmosphere, this cozy waterfront favorite brings nighttime sophistication into the sunshine. BBrL $-$$
Kent’s Restaurant 1675 Grand Army Highway; 508-672-9293. Enjoy delicious homemade chowder & clam cakes, fish & chips, porterhouse steak, T-bones, filets and more. A great place for the whole family, Kent’s offers daily takeout, available seven days a week from their takeout window. LD $-$$
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Tiverton Boat House 227 Schooner Drive; 401-624-6300. Enjoy views of the Sakonnet River as you sample fresh seafood and local produce. Their awardwinning clam chowder and prime waterfront location make this a quintessential New England restaurant. D $-$$$
Back Eddy 1 Bridge Road; 508-6366500. A delicious local food delight, enjoy one of their mouthwatering signature entrees like the wood grilled swordfish, balsamic braised pork & tomatoes, or the pan roasted monkfish. LD $-$$ Bittersweet Farm 438 Main Road; 508-636-0085. Situated on 29 picturesque acres, Bittersweet Farm is the perfect place to spend a romantic evening or to host a large party. Choose New England comfort food in the Tavern, or have a fine dining experience in the Dining Room. BrLD $-$$$
FOUR CORNERS GRILLE 3481 Main Road; 401-624-1510. Nestled in Tiverton’s historic Four Corners village, this grille features traditional, flavorful cuisine in a quaint country setting perfect for a leisurely lunch or family dinner. LD $$
The Bayside 1253 Horseneck Road; 508-636-5882. Serving lunch and dinner daily and breakfast on the weekends, The Bayside is the first certified green restaurant in Massachusetts. Choose from locally sourced seafood, vegetarian options, homemade desserts and more. BLD$-$$
Stone Bridge Restaurant 1848 Main Road; 401-625-5780. Enjoy a variety of fresh seafood, homemade pasta, prime steaks & chops and Greek & Italian favorites. Sit at their full bar, take in the warm atmosphere and enjoy excellent service. LD $-$$$
Marguerite’s 778 Main Road; 508636-3040. Chef Trafford Kane infuses classic New England comfort food with the flair of the Southwest and California. It’s no wonder Marguerite’s boasts about their “fresh ingredients, fresh air, fresh food.” BLD $-$$
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Courtroom Drama
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June FROM PREVIOUS PAGE June 3-26: Of course you wouldn’t expect anything less than high drama within the walls of the Bristol State House. Constructed in 1816, the building served as one of five meeting places for the Rhode Island Senate and House of Representatives, until the General Assembly decided in 1854 that they would only meet in Providence or Newport. After a stint as the Bristol County Court, the building was purchased by the nonprofit Bristol State House Foundation. Thanks to their combined restoration efforts, along with the dramatic vision of the 2nd Story Theatre, court is back in session. Nuts, set in the courtroom of a mental facility, tells the story of a high class call girl indicted for manslaughter, who is determined to prove she’s sane enough to stand trial. Surprisingly, it’s not a local story. Previews: June 3 and 5, $20; Regular tickets: $27. Bristol State House, 240 High Street, Bristol. 401-247-4200, www.2ndstorytheatre.com. June 2 Reclaim valuable countertop real estate after learning how to Get Rid of All That Clutter, so you won’t ever again think that you’re on time for the party whose invite went missing, instead of late by two weeks. Noon-1:30pm. $30, $20 members. East Bay Chamber of Commerce, 16 Cutler Street, Suite 102, Warren. 401-2450750, www.eastbaychamberri.org. June 2 and 16 Raise a glass, every first and third Thursday of the month, with the East Bay Toastmasters Club, to learn how to better communicate with everyone without sweating through your blazer. 5:307:30pm. $102 yearly dues and one time $20 fee. United Methodist Eldercare, 30 Alexander Avenue, East Providence. www. eastbay.freetoasthost.us/index.html. June 2 Tune-up your attack with Social Media Marketing for Business, as Elisabeth Galligan, founder/president of Newberry
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Public Relations and Marketing, provides ways to transform your current lame online efforts into hard results. 6:30-8pm. Free. Riverside Library, 475 Bullocks Point Avenue, East Providence. 401-434-2453, www.eastprovidencelibrary.org. June 4 Register for The Chowdahead Club during the Great Chowder Cook-Off to sneak into the pre-show Chowder Power Hour, with all the same eats, but no worries of getting your elbow bumped midslurp. Noon-6pm. $25, $20 advance, free ages 12 and under. Newport Yachting Center, America’s Cup Avenue, Newport. 401-846-1600, www.newportwaterfrontevents.com. June 4 Turn all Kennedy on your clan during the Sail Newport Family Sailing Festival, where experienced skippers will give free sailing tours of Newport Harbor and Brenton Cove, and you won’t have to drop a penny on lifejackets or boat upkeep. 10am-3pm. Free. Sail Newport Alofsin Piers, 60 Fort Adams Drive, Newport. 401-846-1983, www.sailnewport.org. June 9 Think less harshly about your own commute after hearing A History of the Fall River Line, as Andrew Lizak tells the story of the night steamship line, active from 1847 to 1937, transporting passengers from Fall River to New York City. 5:30pm. $5, $1 Newport Historical Society members. Colony House, Washington Square, Newport. 401-841-8770, www. newporthistoricalorg. June 9-19 Travel back to 1998 Wyoming for The Laramie Project, as the whole community is given a chance to speak to the gay hate crime murder of Matthew Shepard. June 9, 16: 7:30pm; June 10-11, 17-18: 8pm; June 12, 19: 7pm. $16, $14 seniors and students, $10 ages 12 and under. The Fire Barn, 340 Prospect Street, Fall River. 508-675-1852, www.littletheatre.net.
In the Swing of Things June 19-21: Think back to where your golf game used to be about 12 years ago. Indeed, there were no birdies or eagles in sight. In fact, in your sporting universe, these hallmarks were essentially extinct. Things have improved greatly since 1999 when CVS Caremark Charity Classic came on the scene. Coincidence? Hardly. Granted, the main focus has always been about the giving. After all, the annual event has allocated over $14 million in charitable donations to hundreds of New England philanthropic organizations, dedicated to helping children and families. But thanks to local hosts Billy Andrade and Brad Faxon, with a friend or two that’s handy with a nine iron, you’ve been able to carefully observe the techniques of these pros, paired up on ten two-person teams, showcasing their stuff for 36 holes. It’s finally starting to show. $25-$150. Rhode Island Country Club, 150 Nayatt Road, Barrington. 866-CVS-9441, www.cvscharityclassic.com.
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decks, 28 designed galleries, and an open invitation for even you to come view it all. 11am-7pm. $20, $15 advance. SeaFair, Newport Marina, One Perry Mill Wharf, Newport. 239-4952024, www.expoships.com. June 25 Get a little Closer to Fine, as the Indigo Girls come to Newport, not to perform in the Folk Festival, but as a headlining act, so you don’t have to sit through eight hours of performances, no matter how magical, to get to the part that you came for. 6pm. $35, $55. Newport Yachting Center, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport. 401-846-1600, www.newportwaterfrontevents.com. June 27 Go outside for A Petting Zoo, because while it might seem cute to see some of these personally owned animals within the stacks, watching those pesky goats to make sure they stop munching on Danielle Steele novels requires too much supervision. 5:30-7:30pm. Free. Seekonk Public Library, 410 Newman Avenue, Seekonk. 508-336-8230, www. seekonkpl.org. June 29 Cross off one of the main reasons that you never run in anything organized at the Colt State Park 5K, boasting a night owl friendly start time, on a weekday even, so that you can enjoy the offroad trail course, instead of ticking off the seconds until you can crawl back into your oh-so comfy bed. 6:30pm. $20. Colt State Park, Route 114, Bristol. www.3craceproductions.com.
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Are you still smarting over the end of The Sopranos series? Still pondering such tough decisions as whether to leave the gun and take the cannoli? Still hoping for a chance to enliven casual conversations with the line, “Say hello to my little friend”? Then The Family has arrived just in time. This new musical about made men, inspired by Rhode Island’s own, contains all the drama and danger you crave — with none of the risk. Capiche? Development of The Family: A Musical about the Mob began in 2007, when two local celebrities joined forces. Former Rhode Island attorney general Arlene Violet and prolific composer Enrico Garzilli, a South County resident, discussed a show concept drawn from Violet’s experiences investigating the Mafia in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Collaborating weekly, Violet and Garzilli completed a working draft in ‘08 and started shopping it to producers. With investors interested in seeing the show “on its legs,” as Violet puts it, they decided to mount a full-scale production locally. The musical premieres this month in Providence — a fitting location, given the Rhode Island roots of Violet, Garzilli, and the story itself. Violet’s groundbreaking career path led the former nun to success in law, government, talk radio, journalism and even theater — she performed in two separate runs of Nunsense at PPAC. But the role of playwright is a new one for her. A musical theater fan since the age of 12, Violet enjoyed exploring the genre. She explains, “As a writer, you write up to the point where you want the emotional expression to be in a song. That’s different from the books, for example, that I wrote… And it’s sure different from the political column I write every week, which is like a nothing but the facts, ma’am kind of a thing.” The Family takes place in 1970s Rhode Island and centers on Don Marco, the Godfather of a New England crime syndicate. Don Marco is grappling with some serious problems, including unwanted pressure to sell dope, betrayal by some of his men, and disobedience from his clos-
Mark Colozzi as Joe Barros in The Family eted gay son, who is unwilling to take over the family business. As the Don struggles to maintain power, things get ugly — and fast. Sound familiar? Long-time locals, especially those who remember reputed mob boss Raymond L. S. Patriarca, Sr., may draw parallels to past events. Violet jokes, “The names have been changed to protect the guilty!” And while the story is fictionalized, she remains unafraid of hitting too close to home. Should anyone with whom she crossed paths as attorney general see the show, she notes, “I think they will agree it’s an authentic portrayal.” Violet hopes that The Family will reveal a more complete picture of themob, without all the usual stereotypes. Her experience taught her that the “bad guys” were also capable of doing good things sometimes, and the “good guys,” bad. Unbeknownst to outsiders, those good deeds of mobsters often helped them to gain the control and even support of their communities. Violet also hopes audiences will relate to the universal struggles of families, as depicted in the show — how different expectations, warring ambitions, and poor decisions can wreak havoc. She adds, “People think sometimes their own family is dysfunctional. But they have to see this one to get a perspective on their own.” Peter Sampieri directs a largely local,
top-notch cast, headed by Tom Gleadow as Don Marco and Mark Colozzi as a hit man who defects. At a recent May rehearsal, the excitement over the show was palpable; many of the actors expressed their thrill at originating roles in a brand new musical. Audiences can expect moments of humor, but also serious drama, a flavor more Les Miz than Guys and Dolls — and local accents, of course. To evoke Federal Hill, the set showcases Broadway, Atwells and Dean Street. A live orchestra of seven brings Garzilli’s lush musical score to life. Think you can find wise guys singing and dancing anywhere else in this state? Fuhgeddaboudit. See The Family today.
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Down On the Farm Sandywoods Farm is a unique community established last year on rolling farmland in rural Tiverton. “Fifty families interested in creating a sustainable community centered around the arts and farming have moved into newly-constructed affordable rental housing clustered around more than 100 acres of woodlands and open fields, all of which has been protected from development and is available to the residents of Sandywoods for farming, gardening and outdoor recreation,” explains artist and spokesperson Mary Geisser. “We are working towards creating a successful community that integrates arts, agriculture, educational experiences, not only for our residents, but the greater community.” The Sandywoods Farm Gallery Cooperative was established in February for the purpose of exhibiting the work of Gallery Co-op members and other visual artists from both Sandywoods Farm and the greater community; providing the general public with cultural and educational opportunities related to the visual arts; advancing the artistic interests and careers of co-op members; and operating a visual arts gallery at 63 Muse Way, off Bulgarmarsh Road. It had its first open art exhibit in May. The Farm at Sandywoods combines affordable rental housing and homeownership opportunities with open space, a working farm and community garden, and resources for residents and visiting artists, including galleries, studios and performance space. Residents have a vital say in the use of common space and the type of arts programming and agricultural activities that take place. The place got its start in 2004, when Tiverton famer Joe Bossom first thought of turning his 174-acre property into a rural artists’ colony. Joe and his wife Mika Seeger, a ceramics artist, knew that it was time to sell their land but wanted to save 48
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it from “cookie cutter” development. Joe approached Steve Ostiguy, executive director of Church Community Housing Corporation, a Newport nonprofit developer with a long history of creating strong affordable housing communities, and a vision for Sandywoods began to take shape. A groundbreaking ceremony took place in June 2009. Roads and utilities were put in place, and just 16 months later the first of the rental cottages were ready for occupancy. All of the buildings at Sandywoods are eco-friendly, and a wind turbine will generate much of the community’s energy needs. Sandywoods Kitchen Co-op members (both residents and others) can prepare a variety of food products for sale. Several other buildings along Muse Way accommodate the art gallery, and will accommodate a country store, classes and workshops. The residents of Sandywoods Farm are a diverse and creative bunch. There are painters, writers, potters and quilters, master gardeners, jewelry makers and glass artists, musicians, performers – the list goes on. Some of the residents grew up in Tiverton, had to move elsewhere due to the lack of affordable housing, and have now been able to return home. In 2009, Joe and Mika also sold another 90 acres of land abutting Sandywoods Farm to the Tiverton Land Trust. This site will be preserved as open space and used for passive recreation. The Land Trust plans to create hiking trails on the property this year. The shining community jewel may be the new art center. “For our first exhibition, all of our artist coop members will be exhibiting their work,” says Mary. “In the future, we will be having two to three member shows, visiting artist shows, as well as some juried and unjuried exhibitions. Right now, we have 12 member artists, with varying styles and medi-
ums.” The next exhibition, opening on June 24, will feature the work of Ben Butler and Rita Rogers. Desiree Brunton is a painter and mixed media artist. Jessica Dubois is a watercolorist. David Seibert, Nancy Walker and Marika van Vessem are painters. Erin Thomson is a jeweler and mixed media artist. Maria Susi is a quilter. Mary Geisser is a bookmaker and collage artist. Mika Seeger is a ceramist and mixed media artist. Russ Smith is an installation artist. Penny Jackim is a watercolorist and calligrapher. Joan Mann is a stained glass artist, and Harmony Winters is a jeweler. “At least half of the gallery space will be consistently dedicated to the work of our gallery members, the other half will be utilized for visiting artists, individual member shows, juried and unjuried shows,” adds Mary. “We are also planning on including educational programs in collabora-
tion with Sandywoods, Inc.” An executive board with seven members – the founding members of the gallery – oversees it. “Our chairman is David Seibert, however all board members participate the decision making process,” Mary notes. “All of our members are creative and passionate individuals and we are committed to making the gallery successful and inclusive of many forms of art.” Visual artists practicing diverse styles of expression may exhibit at Sandywoods. “Our members utilize a variety of styles and mediums. We define ‘visual art’ (as it) encompasses all 2-D and 3-D media, including but not limited to, painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, found object assemblage, installation art, video art, quilting, weaving, jewelry, furniture, ceramics, glass art and mixed media.” For more information, go to www.sandywoodsfarm.org.
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Just Add Water by Dave Nelligan
I’m On a Boat They say the two happiest days of a boat owners’ lives are the day they buy their boat and the day they sell it. This is because when someone envisions owning a boat, they picture the wind in their hair, the smell of the ocean and the freedom. They see someone water skiing or tubing behind a sleek looking powerboat with a group of people cheering them on. They watch a couple cruising the bay in their daysailer, sails filled with wind, helm locked in position, beverage in hand, and feet stretched out across the cockpit, and wish they could be a part of that leisurely ride on the water highway. Even down to the clothes boat people wear, it is hard not to be envious of the lifestyle. I mean, where else are you going
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to get away with wearing pink shorts with whale prints all over them? Now let’s look at the real scenario – the one that has you taking out a loan just to fill up the gas tank for that exciting day of tubing, or the one that has your friend hanging over the side of the railing because he couldn’t handle the motion of the ocean. Then consider the constant cleaning and maintenance, the expensive parts to replace, and the realization that between work, the kids’ schedules and how many nice days the summer actually yielded, you used the boat a total of six times. The real solution to sate your need for speed or answer the call of the ocean is not to buy a boat, but to find a friend who has one. Nothing beats showing up to the
dock, hopping on a boat for a day of fun, and then heading straight to the bar afterwards without a care in the world. But where does one find these friends? Hanging out at a marina without actually owning a boat may raise some suspicion – so might frequenting a marine supply store without actually making any purchases. What is one left to do to experience the fun and enjoyment of boating without all the hassle and aggravation of actually owning a boat? The answer is simple: join the Freedom Boat Club. The Freedom Boat Club is like having that friend who is so desperate to hang out with you that not only can you call him anytime you want to play with his cool toys, but he will ac-
tually do all of the work for you so you do not have to lift a finger. That friend also happens to be rich, with not just one cool toy, but a lot of cool toys in a lot of different locations. Of course with every friendship, even the ones you are not particularly fond of, you do have to pay your dues in order to get something good out of it. In this instance we are actually talking about paying dues, and not something like having to invite that friend over to your birthday party. Instead of becoming that weird person who always hangs out in certain spots that everyone tries to avoid, just join a boat club, and get all the good aspects of boating without the hassle and aggravation. Locations in Portsmouth and Newport. www.freedomboatclub.com
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