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colonial. 2 fireplaces, tall ceilings/beautiful moldings, open kitchen/family room, elegant fireplaced master suite, 2nd floor laundry, 4 zone gas heat, central air, sliders to deck & pretty treed yard. Absolutely mint! $549,000
Barrington: One level living near the beach. Rebuilt in 2008, this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is open with vaulted ceilings, skylights, hardwoods and central air. A unique home for casual living and entertaining. Awesome deck & patio, fabulous gardens! $514,000
Bristol: This condo was a former model unit with plenty of extras! This home features an open floor plan with a fabulous kitchen, family room, master suite, hardwoods, moldings, full basement and waterviews from all floors. Walk to the water from the Bridal Path. $499,900.
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swansea, Ma: Historic Barneyville! Stately colonial has been sensitively preserved to feature impressive original details. Formal parlors & dining room, eatin kitchen, 4 bedrooms, the warmth of 8 fireplaces. Palmer River views and charming English gardens. $350,000
Barrington: Waterfront! Beautifully renovated,
5 bedroom 1930’s bungalow. Spacious, open living room/dining area, master bedroom on 1st floor, hardwoods, 2 porches, newer roof. Private deck overlooks manicured 20,000 SF lot and in-ground pool. $379,000
overlooks 4 tranquil acres. Classic center hall features white kitchen open to family room with pellet stove, generous dining room, brick fireplace living room, hardwood floors and large closets. Framed bonus room ready to finish. $409,000
move right in! Enjoy gorgeous views from almost every room. Dock right outside your door to launch your boat or kayak. New kitchen, hardwood floors, replacement windows, seawall and dock. Awesome. $349,000
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This Month
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31 Shop Around 32 Whole Body 33 Connoisseur 43 Homestyle
Take a peek into some of The Bay’s best-kept home gardens
A historic house serves as home and studio
37 Taste Take a bite out of brunch in Warren
Every Month 9 Editor’s Note/Letters 10 The Bay List
15 The Buzz Bristol goes digital 16 On the Bay 19 Bay Views
38 Drink 39 Connoisseur 41 Review 42 News Bites 43 Dining Guide
45 Gallery A top-notch international film fest takes center stage in Barrington 46 Calendar 48 Artistry 51 On Stage
52 Just Add Water Adrenaline junkies unite
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Summer in Bloom Some of us just have it: that elusive green thumb that manages to cultivate a blooming, beautiful garden every year. And some of us, well, we just don’t. If you’re suffering from garden envy, you might want to take a few deep breaths before you read our cover story this month. We get a behind the fence look at some of
the area’s enviable, long-established private gardens. You might just be inspired to spend a bit more time on your own yard in the last summer weather of the year. Enjoy it!
From Our Readers Blissful Boating I loved the article on boat building and restoration [“Built on Tradition,” May 2012]. On page 23, the top picture shows a boat under restoration; I believe it may have belonged to my grandfather. I contacted both Hinckley and IYRS, mentioned in the article. Both indicate this boat was not in their yard. Can you please tell me where this photo was taken? Dan Hazard
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Bristol and Warren’s next Art Night event is scheduled for August 30, featuring Mary Dondero and John Paul Fernandes. The festivities run through November and events take 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 will feature incentives. Visit www.artnightbristolwarren.org for more details. Details, such as a map and artist spotlights, are also available on our website at www.thebaymagazine.com.
Studio Tours Several talented artists are opening their doors and letting you in. The second portion of the 9th Annual South Coast Artists Studio Tours will happen this year on August 18-19 from 11am-5pm. It’s your chance to visit the workspaces of those making beautiful art in Tiverton, Little Compton, Westport and Dartmouth. Seventy artists will be featured in total. From oil paints to watercolors, from photography to fiber arts – there is something to please everyone. Just follow the map in the brochure, available online, and look for the blue and white Open Studio signs. Free. www.southcoastartists.org/openstudio.html
Help Make a Difference The Groden Network and Autism Society Rhode Island are teaming up to bring us the 10th Annual In Step For Autism 3k Walk/5K Run and Family Field Day. The event will take place on September 30 at Colt State Park in Bristol. Checkin and breakfast is at 10am, with the start time staggered at 11am for runners and 11:15am for walkers. A BBQ and field day will follow the races. Family entertainment runs until 2pm and includes games, raffle and pumpkin painting. The walk/run will take place rain or shine and t-shirts will be given out on a firstcome, first-serve basis. www.grodencenter.org
Attention Fashionistas StyleWeek Northeast (formerly StyleWeek Providence) is gearing up for another week of fashion. Check out the newest fabulous styles by many talented designers including Jonathan Joseph Peters (of Project Runway fame). From August 26-September 1, enjoy runway shows, an accessory showcase and an opportunity to chat with local artists and fashionistas. The event will go down inside the swanky and historic Biltmore Hotel. Go online to buy your tickets, as this is one stylish event that you definitely do not want to miss. www.styleweekprovidence.com
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Sometimes You Just Need a Helping Hand Even with all of life’s technological advancements, there are still only 24 hours in the day. You can’t download an extra hour, nor can you call a cloning facility for an extra pair of hands. However, all hope is not lost: East Bay Errands can help individuals reclaim their precious hours. Created by Rebecca Coroa, a busy mother of three, East Bay Errands offers an affordable alternative to getting wrapped up in the daily humdrum of running errands. Coroa will tidy up your house, vacuum, pick up your dry cleaning… even check in on your loved one at the nursing home. She offers over 50 services, so feel free to call on her to lighten your load. Service rates are individualized per task.
Since a trip to the local grocery store requires a much different level of labor and time than organizing a garage, prices reflect these differences. If you refer a friend who books a service, you get a half-hour free on your next one-hour appointment. “I am here to help you get it all done,” says Coroa, who calls herself a “bit of a perfectionist” and “the most honest and trustworthy person you could ever invite into your home.” Whether you want to take some stress off your shoulders or need help managing life’s problems, East Bay Errands welcomes you with open arms. “For all your needs,” says Coroa, “I can help!” www. eastbayerrands.net. –Dale Rappaneau
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Bristol is a community with lots to offer and now everyone can discover exactly waht thanks to the launch of www.explorebristolri.com. The Bristol Merchants Association (BMA) launched the site on July 3, completely through volunteer effort. In particular, Alayne White of Alayne White Spa, Victoria Fonseca of Revival and Cherie Daniela, a web developer from CC Inspire, were instrumental in setting the project in motion and following it through. “Bristol offers such a slice of Americana,” says White. “We want people to come to Bristol: walkers, cyclers and boaters. We want to inform people of the lifestyle here.” The site’s layout is stylish and self-explanatory, so you wont have to do a whole lot of exploring to find what you want. There’s a list of places to shop, eat and stay. Then there are tabs labeled marine, culture and weddings, which include everything you’d need to plan a day (or the day) in Bristol. The play section has every category of merriment from beauty to kayaking. The BMA has done a swell job of incorporating as much of the community into the website as possible. Businesses that formerly did not have a web presence now have their own “corners” with a description, contact information and a map showing their location. Don’t plan a day in Bristol without checking out the site. –Don Previe
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Janet Zwolinski has been pushing buttons for a long time. She’s also been collecting them. “I use vintage Bakelite, celluloid, leather, bone, glass, shell and plastic buttons,” she says, “paired with industrial metals to create inspired, wearable pieces of loveliness. Every piece of jewelry is handmade by me and no two are alike.” In July, Zwolinski launched her line, the aptly named
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Get Their Tails Wagging Ruffin’ Wranglers, a one-of-a-kind dog excursion company, is perfectly described by founder Blythe Penna as “total doggie nirvana.” Her company was founded in 2007 on the belief that a happy dog is a happy owner. Ruffin’ Wranglers directly serves man’s best friend by supplying them with plenty of hiking, swimming and socializing. Penna, a longtime dog owner, will pick up your furry friend in a Honda Element and then transport the pup to a 15-acre farm. There, your pooch is free to run and play for over an hour with friends.
Penna services 70-75 dogs per day ranging from puppies to adults; both miniatures and large dogs are carefully interviewed and grouped together in harmony. The success of Ruffin’ Wranglers can be measured by the response of the dogs. “The dogs know where they are going and are excited. They can recognize the sound of the truck and run towards it, expecting their best friends and a fun-filled excursion.” Call to schedule a pick up or to arrange for in-home pet sitting. www.ruffinwranglers.com –Samantha Leach
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be planting native species, returning Allens Pond to its natural splendor. This project has lots of eco-friendly benefits for locals because it will be affecting the bird and animal populations. The work may be physically demanding, but for those looking to break a sweat and spend some time in nature this summer, this may be for you. 508-636-2437, www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Allens_Pond/index.php. Rock The Fight Against CHD is an event with a lot of soul. It’s put on by a rock and roll family affected by congenital heart defect (CHD). Event coordinator and local musician Donnie Wilson and his uncle, Ed Violette, are performing as Back-2-Back, singing songs that express their experiences with CHD. Comedian Tom Riles, who is also a CHD father, will be providing the comedy component of the entertainment-packed evening. While the lyrics serve to promote awareness, ticket sales benefit the Boston Children’s Hospital and net proceeds from the silent auction will be donated to Gabrielle’s Heart Camp. Tickets range from $10-$205 and the doors open at 5:30pm on August 3 at the Venus DeMilo. 75 Grand Army Highway, Swansea. www. donniewilson.com/nite/?page_id=41 –Samantha Leach
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SUMMER, VACATION, SHORT-TERM, LONG-TERM
The Audubon Society of Rhode Island is offering lots of fun-filled ways to give back to the community this summer through volunteering at its Environmental Education Center in Bristol. One way to get involved is to apply for an internship; duties include teaching, research and helping with special events. Internships require a commitment of at least four hours per week. Volunteers are needed for gardening – enjoy some time in the sun while caring for or landscaping the gardens and trails around the community site. There is no minimum time commitment for volunteers. Finally, if you prefer the comfort of air conditioning, sign up to work at the summer craft tables where naturethemed crafts are provided for children every Friday and Saturday from 10am to noon. Take some time out of your summer vacation to give back and help out. 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-245-7500, www.asri.org/environmental-education-center/environmental-education-center.html. April Showers brought May flowers… and some unwanted plants that have sprouted at Allens Pond. Mass Audubon needs volunteers to help remove the invasive plant species that are disrupting the natural beauty of the sanctuary grounds. To fully restore the pond, volunteers will also
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Shannon DeFusco is the owner and artistic director of Shannon’s Studio of Dance Education, Inc. in Bristol; dancing has been a major part of her life since she was two years old. Shannon recently celebrated her 10th year of business and added tumbling and acrobatics to the repertoire of classes offered. The facility is located on Shannon Court in Bristol and was built specifically for Shannon by her father. She describes it as “the studio of her dreams” with 3,000 square feet of studio space and spring flooring to reduce stress injuries and enhance performance quality. Each studio room is equipped with a wall of mirrors, which Shannon covers with curtains as the dancers get closer to show time, explaining that “sometimes the girls get so used to watching themselves, they forget how to dance without mirrors, so I just cover them up and they learn.” Shannon’s innovative techniques and attitude toward instruction are the result of a life dedicated to dance. As a graduate of Dance Teachers Club of Boston, she studied under worldrenowned teachers and went on to win numerous awards, including first place recipient in the American Miss Talent and Modeling Competition and her national win in the RI chapter of Talent America. Her studio was also voted “Best Dance Lessons” in 2004 by Rhode Island Monthly. Shannon continues to broaden her skill set as an educator by traveling to Boston and New York with members of her
staff to take part in workshops. Shannon’s Studio of Dance Education, Inc. offers classes from beginner to pre-professional in hip-hop, jazz, ballet, tap, lyrical, modern, tumbling and acrobatics. Classes range from two-and-a-half years to adult, and classes culminate in a dance concert performed at Barrington High School. Many students have been dancing with Shannon since the studio opened 10 years ago. “It’s amazing to see these girls grow, not only as dancers but as people,” Shannon says. “I see them every week during the school year, and a lot of the girls who first started with me when they were so young are going into high school now. I love kids and I love dancing. It’s so nice to be able to do what you love.” The team of educators consists of Shannon and eight other teachers, each of whom have impressive personal dance resumes. There are roughly 200 students who practice about three times a week from September through June. There will be a hip-hop night on Wednesday, August 8, and students are encouraged to bring a friend to learn new techniques and have fun dancing together. As a young dancer, Shannon knew she eventually wanted to be a dance educator herself, and she admits running a studio can be a lot of work, but says, “even on the days I’m stressed there is nothing I would rather do. It’s a lot of work, but it is absolutely worth it. I love it.” 101 Shannon Court, Bristol. 401253-2212, www.shannonsdance.com
Buzz Bay Views The last Thursday of every month features ART Night, an event showcasing two local artists and their work, and like a heartbeat, The Bay hasn’t skipped a single one. Guests enjoy a personal, upclose look at each artist’s craft, with free trolley shuttling attendants between studios. Four more ART Nights are scheduled for 2012 in Bristol and Warren. Photography by: Judith Gardner
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Bristolians Jackie Savoie and Dennis McCool both lived on picturesque Poppasquash Point, but it was only after they met, married and moved down the street that Jackie was tasked with beginning a new garden that would rival her once existing eyecatcher. “The gardens weren’t to my liking; they were very sparse,” she says. “I had a few people work with me along the way and Sophath took it to the next level,” she explains. Sophath Toun of Soto Design is the local landscape designer that made Jackie’s vision, quite literally, come to life. A crescent garden peppered with colorful perennials on a hillside over-
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looking Narragansett Bay greets guests at the front of the house. A few adjustments were made to accommodate this year’s newest addition, a vegetable garden. While the family (the couple has five adult children between them both) enjoys the spoils of the newest addition, the vegetable garden is also a favorite of some other Poppasquash locals — a herd of 70-80 deer. “The deer eat everything!” Jackie says with a laugh. Undeterred, Jackie’s garden, featuring Dennis’ favorite vegetables, includes three different types of eggplant, four kinds of tomatoes, snap peas, orange peppers, lettuce, zucchini, cucumbers, rhubarb, aspara-
gus and an herb garden that rounds out the seasonal bounty. “We planted whatever my husband wanted. I was happy to,” she says. “He’s happy.” Friend Marty Haliburton was one of the first to get the garden started and help to fashion its delightful design. Today, Brendan Kennedy and Fred Castrataro are on the case now with Sophath at the helm. About a year and-a-half ago, Brendan, a member of the Rhode Island Beekeepers Association, approached Jackie and asked if he could introduce a beehive to her garden. Jackie was tickled at the prospect and encouraged the prosperous green thumb to add a second hive. “We’ll get
a good amount of honey this fall,” Jackie says enthusiastically. The fruit of all of their labor has been available for the public to enjoy, as the property is one of a handful included in Blithewold’s Intimate Garden Tour Series. “Peaceful Poppasquash,” as Jackie’s leg of the tour is entitled, will expose the hard work and investment (both emotional and financial) that has made the extraordinary property what it is today. But Jackie is quick to point out that it took a village. “It’s totally a team effort, with Jackie doing the least amount,” she concedes. “I have an unbelievable team here.”
Photography: Tiffany Medrano
Jackie Savoie welcomed help in creating her peaceful Poppasquash paradise
Thirty-Five Years of Quiet Work
Ask Martha “Marty” Gendron
what her favorite flower is and chances are she’ll tell you she can’t pick just one. “I like too many,” she says with a laugh, “and that’s why I get carried away.” Marty, who has lived in her Swansea home for 35 years after inheriting it from her mother, has seen her garden grow in droves, literally. “When I moved in, there was one holly, one forsythia and one azalea. Now there are flowers everywhere; it started small and got a little out of hand.” Out of hand? It’s not as if the neighbors are complaining. Her vibrant blooms even change with the seasons, offering a smorgasbord of dazzling hues for passersby to enjoy. “In the spring, there’s a lot of pink and in the summer, there’s lots of yellow and orange,” she explains. “I’ve tried to add more blues
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and purples to even it out.” When pressed further, Marty will admit to a favorite flower: “Daylilies are great because they give lots of color, they come in a variety of colors and they don’t get diseases.” Never one to shy away from hard work, Marty claims that she loves weeding. “I even weed for my neighbors,” she says. “I’m constantly out there, pulling things out and moving things around. If I don’t have much in the way of errands to do, I’m out there working all day long.” In the winter, she turns to quilting, lest her hands be idol. “We have a quilting club here in Swansea,” she says, “and I’m the head of it.” Marty’s garden is full of interesting statues (“I love strange things and I love gnomes!”) and plants called passiflora that climb up her trellises. She also
has an enormous metasequoia tree in the middle of her yard, which she is still in shock over in terms of its rate of growth. “My uncle was a really good gardener in Barrington. He got seeds for a metasequoia and planted it in his yard. When one grew to be four-feet-tall, he gave it to me. Years later, look at it,” she pauses to chuckle. “It’s a monster.” “You know those little blue flowers that grow on the side of the road? Cornflowers? I used to drive by them all the time. Once I stopped and dug them up to plant in my yard. They didn’t do so well. I learned that wildflowers don’t like the attention; they’re too used to making it on their own.” I can’t help but equate that image to Marty herself; she quietly toils away in her yard, never looking outwards for recognition though much is due.
Photography: James Jones
Martha Gendron’s garden has only grown more beautiful over the years
The Recipe for a Happy Garden Bonnie Kelley mixes a pinch of proper research with lots of hard work
Photography: Tiffany Medrano
It took 10 years
of convincing, but once Bonnie Kelley showed her husband Jay that the pleasure of having a garden can far outweigh a generic green lawn, he became a believer. “He’s in it hook, line and sinker,” she says with a laugh. “He’s all in.” When the two built their Rehoboth home 15 years ago, the expansive land afforded a pristine lawn; still, Bonnie yearned for a place she could test out her green thumb and plant lesser known plants and flowers. After Jay gave in, he was eager to turn out the property and do the heavy lifting. A gardener’s work is never done, Bonnie insists. “And we love it that way,” she concedes. “With perennials, as much as they say they come back, they’re work. I split a lot.” Bonnie has developed an on-site nursery of her own, which comes in particularly handy when the garden has a
hole that needs to be filled with blooms or to make younger plants stronger and healthier before they literally lay down roots. A flower, plant or shrub in Bonnie’s garden, however, may not always take up permanent residence. Moving plants around is de rigueur there as the best positioning, she says, can take a fair amount of tweaking. An admitted voracious reader, Bonnie educated herself on the ins and outs of gardening, investigating plants she’s never heard of and learning how to care for them on the internet. She also picked up gardening books at local tag sales in addition to another guilty pleasure: “I hate to admit it, but I actually read garden magazines when I have a minute here and there.” The benefit of research, she explains, is that there might be a tip that a gardener may not even know to ask. Maintaining the garden takes about
an hour to an hour and-a-half per day. “I putter around, cut and pinch; little jobs,” she says. “You’re never done. I truly mean that.” Little by little, she’s usurped patches of grass, turning them into creative gardens, most of which are shaded. Ligularia, a large leaf perennial with sprays and spires, and Toad lilies, a fall bloom that offers soft cream and purple shades, are just some of her favorites. Look beyond big box store garden centers, she advises, and plant in odd numbers. “If I had known that in the beginning, it probably would have saved me a lot of time,” she says. Stick to what the plant instructions say. “Do things by eye,” she advises. “You’re the one that’s going to spend the most time there; you have to make you happy. I like things to be a little less orderly. It would drive me crazy trying to be perfect.”
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An Evolution of Landscape Design Brooke Merriam tends to her family-friendly paradise
Photography: James Jones
As Brooke Merriam of Bristol says, “a garden is always evolving.” The owner of Sunflower Designs, a landscape and garden design firm, often has clients ask for a low-maintenance garden that’s full of color and texture. “There’s really no such thing as a low-maintenance garden,” she says. “You get back what you put into it.” Those who truly love the act of digging in dirt and pruning back overgrowth will surely identify; after all, watching what happens over time is part of a gardener’s joy. Amid the pleasant sounds of children’s laughter, Brooke points out some of the more unusual aspects of
her landscape design. “I’m not a super formal person, so my garden reflects that – it’s not formal at all.” She believes that a garden should reflect who a person is and how that person lives: “I have two kids, so I’ve created a garden that’s interesting to them as well.” In her yard, one will discover plants that attract butterflies and others with intriguing fragrances. She’s even constructed a vine teepee – bamboo poles rigged together and covered with vines so that her children can play in its belly. “I began gardening as a child with my mother,” Brooke explains, “and now my children enjoy helping me, especially in our vegetable garden.” The family
grows tomatoes (“several varieties”), watermelon, cucumbers, carrots, lettuce, spinach, peas, beets, onions and herbs. “They aren’t interested in helping me cook with it yet,” she says with a laugh, “but they do have lots of fun picking the vegetables.” Brooke employs ecological principles in landscape design; she and her children both enjoy using water from their eco rain barrel to fill watering cans. “Rain barrels are easy to install,” she says. “Just install them at the base of gutter down spouts. You can use it to fill water containers or attach it to a soaker hose.” Extremely important to her eco-friendly design is proper plan-
ning of space, such as grouping plants that need lots of watering together in the same spot. “Much of it is right plant, right place,” she says. Her daughter holds up a watermelon with pride; her son rinses dirt off a carrot below the barrel’s spigot. Brooke walks the property pointing out some of her favorite plantings; there’s Japanese forest grass (she’s “really into unusual foliage”) and there’s viburnum (she “loves” them for shrubs). “A backyard is a place to be shared with friends and family, and serve as a retreat from the outside world,” she says. Clearly, there is a lot of love in Brooke’s yard.
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special space for events. Says Jonathan of the opening, “Each floor will have its own unique character but the influence of the farmstead will be felt throughout. Once inside, the shop is open and airy. The first floor is the ‘mercantile’ and the upstairs is a large sky-lit space, which will have approximately 25 antique vendors and two large art walls.” Terry, the experienced original visionary, is clearly passionate about her business, community and its people. She has made a space that she describes as “an escape from reality,” which we all could use sometimes. Her innovative son Jonathan is excited to watch everything grow and constantly evolve as interesting new artists come to add some of their pieces. They hope to create a place that can be a destination for Rhode Islanders and visitors to get a feel for what a collaborative and creative community can offer. 384 Market Street Warren. 289-2102, www. farmsteadri.com.
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From Ballet to Burlesque Learning how to shimmy, shake and strut with Lady Miss Iris Up until recently, the last time I had set foot in a dance studio was the early 1980s, when I took ballet classes as a kid. I was young at the time, but I do have some memories of twirling around in my pink leotard and ballet skirt, dreaming of the day I would be cast as a leading role in The Nutcracker. If you had access to the grainy video footage my dad captured of my one and only dance recital, though, you wouldn’t be surprised that I did not bring that dream to fruition. I was the one kid (there’s always one, right?) who just couldn’t follow along with the rest of the group. Chalking it up to an expensive learning experience, my parents encouraged me to pursue alternate interests. So, well aware that I lack natural dance skills, I entered Bayside School of Dance in East Providence a few weeks ago with some trepidation. I was there to take Rhode Island Burlesque Academy’s Chorus Girls class with instructor Lady Miss Iris. It was billed as a basic burlesque dance class that would teach me some fierce, fun and naughty dance moves. I was pretty sure that I would find a way to embarrass myself.
When Lady Miss Iris arrived, I was surprised to find that I already knew her; I had met her years before (or, more specifically, her alter ego, Amy) when she worked on a charity golf tournament with my parents. I remembered her as a warm and gregarious free spirit - someone who was apt to put a burlesque newbie at ease - so that made me feel a bit more ready to take on the uncharted territory ahead of me. The class is a 6- or 10-week series that teaches participants a “spicy new routine to ‘Lady Marmalade’ as performed by Christina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, Mya and Pink.” By the evening I joined in, the other ladies had already taken three sessions together, so they had a bit of a jump on the routine. I’d be starting from square one, but Lady Miss Iris encouraged me to follow along as best I could and assured me that the whole point was to have fun. Class started off with a little warmup that involved a few ballet moves. Staring in the floor-to-ceiling mirror, I had visions of myself as a young wannabe-ballerina spinning around my dance studio in a tutu. But when we got to the nitty-gritty of the class,
it was clear that the moves I’d be working on here would be much more – ahem – adult. That’s not to say there was anything raunchy or tasteless going on; what I mean is that Chorus Girls is intended to get participants to bring on the sauciness. And it delivers. Two of the main moves in our “Lady Marmalade” routine were called Drop It Like It’s Hot and The Bettie Drop. The former had us bend over quickly before slowly coming back up while running our hands up our legs; the latter, named after Bettie Page, had us seductively bending at the knees to emulate the 1950s pinup queen’s signature pose. Both involved showcasing female assets and unleashing inhibitions. I watched Lady Miss Iris and my dance classmates run through the full routine a few times, and then felt brave enough to give it a try myself. Me! Shimmying, bumping, grinding and strutting my stuff across the floor with confidence. I’m glad my foray back into the dance studio was under the guidance of Lady Miss Iris. I let loose, had fun, learned some new dance moves – and didn’t embarrass myself once. 401-284-7422, www.riburlesqueacademy.com.
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Are you Rhode Island natives? No, we are from Connecticut. We moved to Newport in 1986. We are all here now and call Rhode Island our home. For many people, finding that perfect swimsuit is a chore. What advice would you give to frustrated shoppers? For most women, swimsuit shopping always ranks near root canals. But we at Beach Party have a huge selection along with knowledgeable sales help, which you don’t get in any department store. We owe our success to the level of customer service that we provide. Swimsuit shopping definitely requires one-to-one assistance. The first thing to keep in mind when shopping for a suit is that they tend to run small, meaning that a comfortable fit usually means buying a size larger. It’s just the way the industry is. What styles are most popular? Separates have revolutionized swim-
wear: tankinis, bikinis, skirtinis. To be able to mix and match swimsuits, where tops and bottoms are sold separately, is popular. Tops are sized from AA to very large cup sizes, and bottoms are as skimpy as you dare to full skirts or shorts. Tell us about some trends for 2012. Color was this season’s biggest standout. Plums, purples, pink violets – mixed with browns and greys, along with the most beautiful prints and textures. Looking forward to 2013, the fall will stay with the plums, deepening the colors and mixing them with black and glamorous fabrics for the upcoming cruise season. What is your go-to Rhode summer activity? It’s nice to get on one of the sails and enjoy the tranquility night after a crazy, busy day shop.
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Nancy and Rick Chace’s Sea Rose Cottage
Everything’s Coming Up Roses Nancy Chace was a creative spirit long before making a home at historic Sea Rose Cottage in Bristol with her husband Rick and their two young daughters. Despite her impressive resume (she was the co-executive director of a nonprofit organization), painting has always been her true passion. After buying the two-family home in need of considerable TLC and starting their family, Nancy was inspired to merge her MBA background with her creative talent; she talked to her husband about making their first floor a studio, workshop and retail space, and the second floor their living quarters. The cornerstone of the business was to sell Chalk Paint, decorative paint by British artist Annie Sloan. Among decorative painters, the product has a cult-like following for its idyllic finishes. “For the most part you don’t have to scrape and sand, and there
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are a whole lot of finishes you can achieve with the paint,” Nancy explains. “Annie Sloan has been an artist and designer for more than 30 years.” The paint’s historic color palette is inspired by the 18th and 19th century. Sloan has written over a dozen books on how to create artistic finishes, and Nancy has studied under the Brit, so when she became the first in New England to carry the paint and also its exclusive Rhode Island distributor, the vision for Sea Rose Cottage became clear. “When the opportunity came along, I recognized it. When I saw no one was selling the product in New England, it was the perfect opportunity,” she says. Located in a limited commercial district, the two began renovations slowly on the 1897 charmer. “This house needed so much work,” she says with a sigh. Awkward additions built throughout the first half of the 20th century created a
disconnect within the house. “When we bought it, it had three sides of shingles and we realized it had clapboards underneath. The porch was rotted, garage door was rotted – we didn’t make changes because they were pretty, it was so you didn’t fall through the porch.” Inside, space was the biggest issue. “I had a designer come through and say, ‘Nobody wants this kitchen.’” The couple turned to Newport-based architect James Asbel to turn the unwieldy layout into a new, fresh space that made sense. But they didn’t simply turn over the task to Asbel. Instead, Nancy became an active player in the redesign. “Nan was the conductor from the get go,” says Asbel. “When I first arrived, she had a ring binder full of historic information about the house and detailed photographs of it as well. She had already met with the historic district administrator
and put us on their radar as cooperative and knowledgeable pending applicants.” “I loved it – I was fully engaged,” Nancy describes. “I picked out the cabinets, the floors, the fixtures, the tiles; I had charts on the walls. Loved, loved, loved it – loved the whole thing.” This was not a strictly historic restoration project, Asbel points out. “The central challenge with old houses for remodel, and Nan and Rick’s was not unique in this regard, is to introduce a more open flow of spaces while at the same time reintroducing warmth and character lost through previous interventions over the years and often to bring unity to accumulated additions. These were certainly all a major part of the challenge here.” All of the obvious challenges were compounded by the historic district requirements made to maintain the historic integrity of the neighborhood, but that
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One Bristol couple reworks a historic two-family home into a single-family charmer
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was fine in their eyes. “It’s to protect the town, so we appreciate it,” says Nancy of the stipulations. Asbel removed the wall between the dining room and the stairs to achieve a needed sense of openness and communication in the house. “Having to detail this new sculptural element gave Nan an opportunity to identify and introduce significant stylistic elements of her own taste, which were relatively contemporary with the period of the house, while not necessarily original to the house,” he
says. Paired with opening the adjacent dining room wall to the newly remodeled kitchen, the three spaces “come together as the central commons of family life.” Downstairs, the space simultaneously presents itself as a studio and retail space for both the Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan and Nancy’s finished painted pieces. It also affords area for Nancy to host creative workshops, where she uses her Certificate in Decorative Painting from the Rhode Island School of Design to teach the art of decorative finishes. “I get sat-
isfaction out of teaching people how to paint furniture and their achievements,” she explains. “You share the creative spark; it’s nice to share that.” Like many busy moms and business owners, Nancy is constantly juggling one thing or another, joking she is the “chief cook, bottle washer and one armed paper-hanger.” “I’m trying to do it all,” she says. “For me, it’s working and meeting a lot of likeminded people with similar interests. It has its own momentum.”
Last month, the business celebrated its one-year anniversary, a meaningful milestone for Nancy. “I’m having fun. It’s like flying a plane while you’re still building it – taking a risk and going with it. One day it will fully be what I want it to be, and in the meantime, I’m plugging away.”
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Four college buds brew up a storm “Four guys were drinking in
their college dorm room…” is the start of a story that usually does not end well. But for four Colby College grads – Brent, Derek, Mark and Will – it’s the start of their story of entrepreneurialProvidence Media ism, adventure and beer-loving fun. As one of their marketing tags says: Spot ads: 2.125" x 2.875" “Lots of college guys want to start a July 19, 2012 brewery… these four guys did it.” The founders of Newport Storm met at Colby and bonded over their uly 17, 2012 Providence Monthly, Augustbio-chemistry Issue studies and a love of craft Issue beer. These two interests natuust 1, 2012 East Side Monthly, September rally led to home-brewing, a hobby July 18, 2012 Bay Magazine, August issue that one unnamed founder actually started in high school – until his events • restaurants mother found a five-gallon batch of places to see fermenting brew hidden under dirty beaches • shopping guides laundry in the closet. While none of the founders are from Rhode Island, three of the four were familiar with the area from growing up in neighboring New England states. After witnessing the revelry in downtown Newport one summer evening, it was decided that the area would be the perfect place for their brewery. Newport Storm opened its doors in 1999, in a Middletown industrial park storage space. In about ten years, the company had already outgrown its space and moved to its current location on JT Connell Road in Newport, a new facility more than double in size. Last year, they completed their visitor center, which houses a tasting station, retail shop and observation deck for the brewery operations. Tours and tastings are available from Clothing • Shoes noon to 5pm every day except TuesToys • Women • Men day (the bottling and packaging day Children where there’s a whirlwind of activity from operating machinery and distributor pickups). Self-guided tours are available during opening hours, and guided tours leave once daily at 3pm. For a small fee, your beer tasting includes four beers, a souvenir glass and the tour. Two brews are offered year-round. Monday-Saturday 9:30-5 Hurricane Amber Ale was the first Sunday 11-4 beer made at the brewery and is the company’s flagship – a versatile beer 842 Main Rd. Westport with “mild spice hop character and a 508-636-5661 touch of caramel sweetness.” Rhode www.countrywoolens.com Island Blueberry Beer is a KolschMERCEDES BENZ VOLKSWAGEN MINI PORSCHE
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style beer brewed with blueberries from Schartner Farms in Exeter that are pressed right at the brewery. No artificial flavors are added, and the result is a smooth, sweet, refreshing drink. Four “Storms of the Season” rotate throughout the year. The current Storm is the Summer Hefeweizen – an unfiltered ale highlighted by banana esters and a natural, citrusy lemon taste that “alleviates the ‘obligatory’ orange wedge garnish.” Personally, I recommend you get to the brewery before they run out of their Spring Ale, an Irish Red Ale with a smooth, slightly chocolaty flavor. An Oktoberfest Lager and a Winter Porter round out the seasonal offerings. The “Cyclone Series” are limited release brews that allow the brew masters to “play around” and experiment. The Series began with the brewery’s opening in 1999, and new brews are released every three to four months. The Cyclone Series is so named because the brews are named like tropical storms, in alphabetical order with alternating boy/girl names. Mid-July marked the end of Cyclone Tim and the birth of Cyclone Ursula – a unique lager brewed with champagne yeast. In keeping with the tropical storm theme, these brews can pack a punch: alcohol by volume (ABV) averages 7%, a bit higher than the regular brews.
With all this beer lying around, it’s hard not to have fun and the folks at Newport Storm are in the thick of the action. The party doesn’t stop at the brewery walls. Once a month, Newport Storm partners with Newport’s Smoke House Café to hold a beer dinner at the restaurant; for $42, patrons can enjoy a multi-course dinner of succulent BBQ and, of course, beer. Every August, Newport Storm hosts a luau to benefit the Fort Adams Trust. This year’s luau on Saturday, August 18 is the 14th annual edition and promises live bands, Polynesian dancers and even a fire gypsy. Ironically, one place you can’t buy Newport Storm is at the brewery itself. Per Newport Storm founder Brent Ryan, Rhode Island happens to be the only New England state that prohibits breweries from selling products to visitors of their facility. However, the brewery staff will happily help you track down the distribution outlet closest to you. Oh, one final thing… the rum. The founders of Newport Storm also produce their own rum under the brand name Thomas Tew. Stay tuned for a future column that dives into part two of this story. For now we’ll leave you with the trailer: ”Lots of college guys want to start a distillery…” 293 JT Connell Road, Newport. 401-8495232, www.newportstorm.com
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Your menu at the Beehive Cafe reflects an appreciation for organic, local and fair trade foods. What inspired this? Our menu and commitment to handmade, locally-sourced food cooked in season was inspired by [owner] Jen’s upbringing in rural England and France, as well as my own experience growing up in my mother’s seafood restaurant (Phoebe’s Fish + Chips). My mother was cooking local fish and produce back in the ‘80s and ‘90s, far before it was mainstream. She had an organic vegetable and herb garden behind the restaurant.
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Where do you get your best produce? Our most consistent and reliable local food sources are Aquidneck Farm in Portsmouth, Baffoni’s Poultry Farm in Johnston and Arruda’s Dairy out of Tiverton. Aquidneck provides us with grass-fed beef year round. All of our eggs and chicken come from Baffoni’s. All of our dairy comes from Arruda’s. We source through Farm Fresh RI’s market mobile program year round. I also make regular trips to Four Town Farm in Seekonk for berries – best strawberries in New England – and their butter and sugar corn. What are some of your favorite dishes this summer? For breakfast, Brioche French Toast with summer berries and locally made lavender creme fraiche; for lunch, Arugula Salad with strawberries, goat cheese, dried apricots, honey roasted walnuts, red onion and lemon-basil
vinaigrette; for dinner, Locally-Sourced Fish Sandwich with sliced tomato, arugula and tarragon aioli on a homemade potato roll. What are some ways to include locally grown food into my cooking? Whenever people tell me that they can’t cook or they don’t have the time, I always say the same thing. Go to a farmer’s market and buy a few heirloom tomatoes, some organic basil and some locally made mozzarella. Make a simple tomato, basil, and mozzarella salad and drizzle it with some good extra virgin olive oil, sea salt and fresh ground pepper. That’s a wonderful meal without any complicated cooking or time involved. I love the Beehive Barter. Can you tell me more about it? A few years ago, I had a small plot at a community garden on the East Side of Providence. Much to my dismay, I watched helplessly as unused tomatoes and other produce went to seed or rotted on the vine. I realized at the time that people tend to grow more than they actually consume. I thought, why not barter with our customers for their “extra” tomatoes and other produce. That way, nothing goes to waste and we get delicious produce at a fraction of the cost. Eli Dunn is the head chef at the Beehive Café, located at 10 Franklin Street in Bristol. 401-396-9994, www.thebeehivecafe.com.
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A Slice of Heaven
Morning food goes to the next level at this waterfront Warren spot I should admit up front that this
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review of The Sunnyside, Chef Joe Simone’s breakfast and lunch restaurant on the waterfront in Warren, is going to come across almost like a love letter. When reviewing some restaurants, it can sometimes be hard to find something good to say. But a place like The Sunnyside makes this monthly task an easy job. I went to The Sunnyside twice in the last few weeks. That was always my plan because I felt as if I should check out both breakfast and lunch service. But halfway through my breakfast, I wasn’t planning on returning for lunch only for the review; I wanted to come back because The Sunnyside was proving to be a perfect little slice of heaven. Let’s start with the physical space, because The Sunnyside is a place with a lot of personality and a great location. The restaurant is in a little spot off Water Street in Warren. The signage leads you into a parking area by the docks. It’s once you walk through a natural tree arch – kind of like entering a secret garden – that you come to the restaurant area. Walk into the building and you’ll find a beautiful interior, very white and clean. There’s a bar to the right, but the star of the main dining area is the long open kitchen where Simone and his crew are in non-stop motion. There’s also a great outdoor dining area, right on the Barrington River with a view of the marina. It’s just perfect on a cool,
summer morning, and nicely heated during the colder months. I’ll start with breakfast, which began with a perfect little biscuit bite. It was served as an amuse bouche would be served before dinner, and it was a gem of a bite. The biscuit was dusted with turbinado sugar and served with two house-made jams that were loaded with fruit. Like any well-conceived amuse should do, this biscuit set the tone and flavor for the meal that was coming my way. First up was something deceptively simple, but perfectly executed – the Wood Grilled Grapefruit with local honey ($3.50). The char brought out so much grapefruit flavor, and the heat amped up its juicy tartness, which is where the honey came in as a great pairing. I drizzled on just a little at first, but quickly decided that pouring on the whole honey offering was the right way to appease the citrus gods. As is typical with spooning out half a grapefruit, there was some squirting; rather than attempt to delicately carve away at the delicious pink pulp, I tucked my napkin into my shirt and went all in. I still think I didn’t try hard enough and sadly left some honey-laden, warm fruit behind. Next, I had to have a side of Hoppin’ John’s Crockpot Grits ($5). I learned most of my cooking in the South, and I’ve been making grits several times a month for over 10 years; you might safely assume I’m a bit picky about my
Eggs Benedict
grits. When I see grits on a menu in the North, I feel like I should try it out of polite curiosity (I feel the same polite curiosity when I see biscuits and gravy on a Northerner’s menu). I realize that I expect the usual disappointment, but had a strong feeling that The Sunnyside might not let me down. My feeling was right and I happily cleaned my bowl. To round out my breakfast I had the special – Portuguese French Toast ($13). I’m not quite sure how to describe it, as it wasn’t exactly like French Toast but wow, would I order that again. It was loaded with fresh berries and rhubarb and seemed kind of like a bread pudding, almost dessert-like. I covered the dish in maple syrup and devoured it. Onto lunch at The Sunnyside. This time I brought along some additional tasters: my wife and daughters. Dining with two little girls is not always the smoothest situation, but the waterfront setting was wonderfully distracting and The Sunnyside’s waitstaff was very helpful. The girls were quickly served their grits and, for the youngest, a hot dog ($3) with a lovely little bowl of fresh fruit. It was nice to be at a restaurant where you could feel confident that the hot dog was as natural as a hot dog could be. My wife started with the Goat
Cheese Crostino ($7.50), which was served over greens. I don’t have to go into detail about how delicious grilled bread with goat cheese melted over it is, do I? Needless to say, I only got a small bite, which was fine with me because I did not want to share my Lobster Corn Chowder ($5), the soup of the day. Like the grapefruit for breakfast, it was a straightforward dish, loaded with the essential flavor of lobster in the broth. For entrees we got the Sunnyside Burger ($14) and the Flank Steak ($16), both perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked. When people find out what I do their first question to me is always, “What’s the best restaurant in Rhode Island?” My answer is I can’t pick one, but I have a top 10 list, depending on what you’re looking for. The Sunnyside has a very firm place on that list.
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Taste News Bites by Dale Rappaneau
1149 Bar & Grille
Good Summer Eating Relax while savoring the season’s flavors by now, The Old Grist Mill Tavern in Seekonk suffered an intense fire in June, resulting in the restaurant’s closure. Many loved it not only for its food but also as a special place to feed the ducks after dinner, or to enjoy a cordial by the fireplace. The historic relic had stood since 1745, welcoming countless locals and visitors with its traditional New England cuisine and beautifully worn wooden façade. Rather than accept defeat, however, owners Greg and Sue Esmay are looking toward a brighter future. “We have every intention of bringing back the Grist Mill to what it was,” says Greg. “Same old wood, same old barn, it’s just going to take time.” Until then, the Esmays are allowing all gift certificates to be redeemed at their sister restaurant, The Wharf Tavern in Warren. “The Wharf” features seafaring food such as Fried Calamari (tossed in cherry peppers, hot peppers and garlic butter), Pan-seared Salmon (served with a dijon cream sauce) and Lobster Scampi (sautéed with garlic
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and tomatoes). The Wharf Tavern, 215 Water Street, Warren. 401-289-2524, www.thewharftavernri.com. Smoke Lounge Luxury Seekonk’s 1149 Bar & Grill invites cigar aficionados to enjoy the second Cigar Series dinner happening on August 14. In addition to the specialty appetizers and grilled meats, guests are given three premium cigars and a selection of beer tastings. Tickets must be purchased in advance. 965 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk. 401-884-1149, www.bargrill. elevenfortynine.com. Promising Pizza To celebrate its 35th anniversary, the Bristol House of Pizza expanded its restaurant, taking over the location previously occupied by Hair, Heart and Soul. All this new space allows for larger parties, such as little league teams or graduation celebrations. New menu options are expected soon. 55 State Street, Bristol. 401-253-2550, www.bristolhouseofpizza.com.
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BILLY’S 286 Maple Avenue; 401-2892888. Billy’s creates a warm, inviting family atmosphere and ensures the finest quality ingredients in everything from fresh salads to juicy burgers to pizzas and Italian entrees. Full bar available. D $-$$
aGaVE 805 Hope Street; 401-2561566. Agave presents an eclectic mix of flavors and influences, encompassing tapas, Latin food, Southwestern dishes, pizzas, local seafood favorites, and even pastas, all with a great view of the waterfront. BLD $$-$$$
CHIazza TraTTOrIa 308 County Road; 401-247-0303. Chiazza provides delicious Italian American cuisine in an upscale setting nestled in the heart of historic Barrington. Enjoy brick oven pizzas, as well as antipasti, pasta, seafood and a full bar. LD $-$$
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 $$-$$$
TOnG-D 156 County Road; 401-2892998. Curry lovers and Asian food fanatics will go crazy for this authentic Thai restaurant. For great food and service in an upscale yet comfortable atmosphere, try Tong-D. LD $$
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LOBSTEr POT 119 Hope Street; 401253-9100. Serving up delicious seafood alongside Bristol Harbor since 1929, Lobster Pot has been written about in Bon Appetite and Yankee
ICHIGO ICHIE 5 Catamore Boulevard; 401-435-5511. The name roughly translates as “one encounter in a lifetime,” but you’ll want to visit again and again for the enchanting Japanese décor, and of course, the sushi and hibachi menus. LD $$
Middletown aTLanTIC GrILLE 91 Aquidneck Avenue; 401-849-4440. Since 1992, the Atlantic Grille has been a daily stop for locals in search of a hearty breakfast, quick lunch or a special dinner. It’s always a hot spot. BBrLD $-$$
Portsmouth 15 POInT rOaD 15 Point Road; 401683-3138. If you’re not too entranced by the breathtaking view of the Sakonnet River, be sure to try the seafood, poultry and beef dishes that make up 15 Point’s signature selection. Traditional yet innovative cuisine at its best. D $$-$$$ FIELDSTOnES GrILLE 980 East Main Road; 401-293-5200. The casual and lively atmosphere of Fieldstones is perfect for family dining, seven days a week. Choose from pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks or their specialty fajitas, all made with the freshest ingredients. LD $-$$
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South Dartmouth BLaCK BaSS GrILLE 3 Water Street; 508-999-6975. Located right across from Padanaram Harbor in South Dartmouth, this hidden gem specializes in inexpensive seafood, fresh off the boat. Be sure to try one of their creative nightly specials. BrLD $-$$$
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TICKLE’S TEa rOOM 2219 Grand Army Highway (Rte. 6); 508-3790717. A cozy spot for tasty meals, Tickle’s features a variety of salads, soups, sandwiches and quiches. Enjoy a classic and delicious Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup, or a fresh Apple Walnut Salad. L $
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BLaCK GOOSE CaFE 2160 Main Road; 401-816-0882. Enjoy your iced coffee or glass of wine on the deck of this quaint cafe where breakfast is served all day. Try a creative sandwich (gluten free bread available) or homemade dessert with a glass of wine. BLD $-$$
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BOaT HOuSE 227 Schooner Drive; 401624-6300. Enjoy views of the Sakonnet River as you sample fresh seafood and local produce. The award-winning clam chowder and prime waterfront location make this a quintessential New England restaurant. D $-$$$
Warren TraFFOrD 285 Water Street; 401289-2265. While the bright interior space and beautiful waterfront deck are charming, the eclectic menu is Trafford’s specialty. The fresh seafood and seasoned wood grilled entrees are bold enough to match the decor. Valet service offered. LD $-$$$ THE SunnYSIDE 267 Water Street; 401-247-1200. 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 $-$$ WHarF TaVErn 215 Water Street; 401-289-2524. Fine American dining and fresh seafood are what distinguish the Wharf’s menu. You’ll find everything from soups and salads to classic surf and turf options in a beautiful waterfront location. LD $-$$$
Westport 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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Gallery Calendar by Samantha Leach
August from previous page August 7-12: For a few short days, countless independent filmmakers and legendary actors descend upon the Ocean State for the Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF). Presented by the non-profit Flickers, this annual celebration of independent cinema arts showcases over 200 selected documentaries, narratives and short films. Venues all across the state participate in screenings. RIIFF also features a walking tour of film locations in Providence, networking events, the annual ScriptBiz Screenwriting Workshop and the return of the RI Film Forum. Since this year’s event also corresponds with Flickers’ 30th anniversary, special events are scheduled here, there and everywhere. So whether you love supporting independent artists, or want to catch some rising stars before they’re famous, make it a point to make it out. www.film-festival.org August 1, 11, 18 & 25 The 2012 Sandywoods Music Series offers an extensive selection of musical genres. This month features Forever Young, a tribute to the music of Neil Young. Shows are BYOB and offer food. 43 Muse Way, Tiverton. 401-2417349, www.sandywoodsfarm.org. August 1-31 Beat the Summertime Blues at the seasonal art exhibit at Gallery Eleven, which features original works by local artists. Tue-Sun noon-5pm; Thur-Fri noon-7pm. 11 State Street, Bristol. 401396-9311, www.galleryelevenfineart. com. August 1-31 Build an appreciation for the great outdoors through Audubon Summer Adventures for the little ones. Every week, the center will hold critter talks, tide pool explorations, nature walks and crafts. $4-6. 10am-2pm, Wed-Sat. 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-9495454, www.asri.org. August 1-31 For a taste of Old Hollywood glamour check out Star Quality, a collection of photographs and theater memora-
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bilia from Ethel Barrymore, regarded Broadway and film actress. 500 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-253-0390, www.lindenplace.org. August 1-26 Check out Warren by Lane Poor, the newest photo exhibit at Main Street Gallery. Bring the kids along and enjoy their Kid’s Corner Gallery. FridayWednesday 11-5pm, Thursday 11-7pm. 504 Main Street, Warren. 401-3016353. August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Sakonnet Vineyards hosts its Summer Music Nights, featuring the bands Midnight Kitchen, Toph and Tom, Summer School, Abbey Rhode and Gary Farias. $10/carload. 6-8pm. 162 West Main Road, Little Compton. 401-635-8486, www.sakonnetwine.com. August 4 Come out for Night Life Entertainment at Tillinghast Farm as part of the Barrington Summer Concert Series. Free. 6:30-7:30pm. 231 Nayatt Road, Barrington. ci.barrington.ri.us. August 4-25 Take the whole family to Breakfast in the Barnyard every Saturday. Feed Coggeshall Farm’s rare breed livestock, brush the cows and then help cook Jonnycakes on a 1790s hearth. $5-8. 9-10:30am. Poppasquash Road, Bristol. 401-253-9062, www.coggeshallfarm.org. August 4-26 On Saturdays and Sundays, stop in at the new Art Stable Gallery, which is adjacent to Partners Village Store. The gallery features work from eight local artists all under one charming barn roof. 11am-3pm. 865 Main Road, Westport. 781-801-2039, www.artstablegallery.com. August 6-24 Get your kids out and active this summer with Summer Vacation Camp at Blithewold. Take your pick of Green Thumbs, Explorers or Theatrical Week. $35-45 per day or $140-160 per week. 9am-3pm. 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401253-2707, www.blithewold.org.
Hot Diggity Dog August 11: The Potter League for Animals is hosting Dog Day of Summer at the shelter. Dog-friendly dogs over eight weeks old are welcome to accompany their humans to the event, which will feature Frisbee contests, photos with your dog, sand digging contests and an agility “try-it” course. Tucker your pooch out while socializing them with other dogs. Door prizes and goodies will be given out so that every dog leaves feeling like a winner. The $10 per dog fee goes to benefit the Potter League, an organization that works tirelessly to help homeless animals. 9-11am. 87 Oliphant League, Middletown. 401-846-8276, www.potterleague.org.
August 7-9 To check out a Rhode Island golfing tradition and see some of the region’s best players, head to Ledgemont Country Club for the 81st Rhode Island Open. 131 Brown Avenue, Seekonk. 508-761-6600, www.rigalinks.org. August 7-28 From now through October, shop outdoors every Saturday at the Mount Hope Farm Summer Farmer’s Market.
Pick up veggies, flowers, fruit, meat, seafood, prepared foods and more, while enjoying live music and demonstrations. 9am-12pm. 250 Metacom Avenue, Bristol. www.mounthopefarm.org. August 8 Enjoy a complimentary screening of Two Short Films: Big River and La Riccolta, the Harvest. Free. 7:30pm. 3852 Main Road, Tiverton. 401-624-6200, www.tivertonfourcorners.com.
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August 8 Soak up the sun at Music at Sunset featuring the band Barbara Slater. Event is BYOB and offers food, or you can pay a bit more to be served drinks and hors d’oeuvres. $7-10 or $25-30. 6-8pm. 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-253-2707, www.blithewold. org. August 10-31 For a theatrical evening catch 2nd Story Theatre’s Sabrina Fair, playing Wednesday to Sunday of each week. $15-$25. 7 or 8pm. 28 Market Street, Warren. 401-247-4200, www.2ndstorytheatre.com. August 12 For a night out, relax at Cool Jazz and enjoy music while dining on steak and lobster. $60. 250 Metacom Avenue, Bristol. 401-254-1745, www. mounthopefarm.org. August 12 For over 100 years, the Annual Rehoboth Antiquarian Clambake has been a Bay staple. Come experience this summer event and enjoy delicious seasonal foods. 1pm. $34. Across from Goff Memorial Hall, Rehoboth. 508-252-3031, www.carpentermuseum.org/newsevents.htm. August 15-31 Catch the photography of Reenie Barrow and the sculptures of Joshua Enck at Dedee Shattuck’s Gallery. Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm. 1 Partners Lane, Westport. 508-6364177, www.dedeeshattuckgallery.com. August 17 The Rogers Free Library is hosting the Nightmare PARADE of Dreamers featuring “ROBO” the friendly robot. Kids and adults are encouraged to come in costume. Free. 10:15am-11am. 525 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-253-6948, www.rogersfreelibrary.org. August 18 On the third Saturday of each month, artist Mika Seeger invites you to visit her Open Studio, where you may catch a demonstration or workshop.
Free. 10am-4pm. 60 Terra Verde, Tiverton. 401-297-9311, www.mikaseeger.yolasite.com. August 18 & 19 Celebrate local art at the South Coast Artists Open Studio Tour 2012. This self-guided open studio tour showcases 73 artists and features different mediums such as photography, textiles, oil and glass. Free. www. southcoastartists.org. August 22 Head to Prudence Island to learn about Mushrooming for Beginners. Joe Metzen will guide you on a hike through the island providing tips on mushrooming. $15-20. 9:45am4:30pm. Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Prudence Island. 401-949-5454, www. asri.org.
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August 25 Join Audubon naturalists for a field exploration of insects, spiders and all creepy crawlies. Following the investigation will be a Buggy Ice Cream Social. $5-7. 1:30-3pm. Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-949-5454, www.asri.org. August 26 Ocean State Multisport is hosting a 5K Beach Run on the Barrington Town Beach to benefit the Bayside YMCA. $22 advance, $27 day of. 6:30am registration, 8am start. Park at Nayatt School and take shuttle. 400 Nayatt Rd., Barrington. www. oceanstatemultisport.com.
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On the third Saturday of each month, local artist Mika Seeger invites you to visit her Open Studio, where she offers demonstrations and workshops. Each Saturday is different than the last with Seeger showcasing a variety of pottery techniques such as wheel throwing and pinch pot making. As a special treat, Seeger also provides an inside look into her own creations, allowing you to have an upclose view of her woodfired stoneware pottery and sculptures. With refreshments served and tools provided, all you need to bring is a little imagination and a creative spirit. Free. 10am4pm. 60 Terra Verde, Tiverton. 401-297-9311, www.mikaseeger.yolasite.com.
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Interdisciplinary artist Mary Dondero’s mediums are painting, photography and installation. Most of her painting is created with Sumi ink or acrylic paint on Mylar. Dondero received her BFA in Studio Art and Art History at Roger Williams University and holds an MAT from Rhode Island School of Design as well as an MFA from U-Mass Dartmouth. Her work is held in several private and public collections, she has exhibited and traveled extensively nationally and internationally, and has been the recipient of artist residencies and grants. Dondero is an Associate Professor of Art at Bridgewater State University, and currently operates a business and art studio in Warren. Studio #203 | 30 Cutler St. | Warren, RI
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Experimental artist JP Fernandes is an award-winning artist who studied Art at RWU, Jewelry Design at RISD, and Porcelain Antique Doll Reproduction at Seeley Doll Artisan School of Doll Making. Fernandes enjoys creating unusual and experimental art. His recent works are abstract expressionist pieces that are colorful and organic, with faux enamel finish. Fernandes also creates watercolor paintings on tea bags that are mounted in shadow boxes and sculptures created from found objects – insulation foam spray, wood, glass, recyclables and house paint. He teaches adult and children art classes at Portsmouth Arts Guild and Sea Side Nursery School, which he owns with his wife. RWU Art Gallery | One Old Ferry Rd. | Bristol, RI
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A celebration of international film in Barrington
Funeral Kings directed by Kevin & Matthew McManus
One of the highlights of the summer, particularly for film buffs, is the Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF). Now in its 16th season, the festival kicks off Tuesday, August 7 with a six-day celebration of independent cinema and film arts across the state. This is a special year for the fest as it is also the 30th anniversary of Flickers, the non-profit creator of RIIFF. With a wide following of filmmakers from around the globe, this is New England’s largest film festival and is also one of only 65 worldwide that are accredited by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. As matter of fact, 27 films that premiered at this festival have gone on to receive Oscar nominations, with six winning the award including last year’s The Shore, directed by Terry George, and The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore, directed by William Joyce. This year should be no less exciting. “This has been a tremendous year for the festival,” says RIIFF Executive Director George T. Marshall. “Not only have entries been up significantly, but with the celebration of Flickers 30th anniversary, it allows us to look back at some of our older programming models and reintroduce them to new audiences.” It takes an army to narrow down the pool of entrants. “We have a team of adjudicators from across the globe,” he says, “[including] many former winners and filmmakers plus local committees of educators, members and film fans.” Over 200-feature length, documen-
tary and short films from 62 countries and 35 US states (including the festival’s home state of Rhode Island), will be screened at locations throughout the state, including Barrington. In the mix are several films presented by Rhode Island filmmakers including Breakfast with Curtis, directed by Laura Colella, Funeral Kings, directed by Kevin McManus & Matthew McManus and A Girl Like Her, directed by Ann Fessler, to name a few. Barrington’s library has participated for the past two years with RIIFF and is one of the venues for this year’s festival. Deborah Barchi, Library Director, says, “The library enjoys participating in the outreach efforts of the Rhode Island International Film Festival and helps because it is a unique and creative program that has a lot of cache among Rhode Island filmmakers.” She continues to say that the library is behind the idea of creativity and lifelong learning. In addition, the film festival will present International Cinematographer Guild’s honorees from the 15th Annual Emerging Cinematographer Awards at the Barrington Library. The tentative date and time for the film showing is August 12 at 2 pm. In addition to its programs associated with RIIFF, the library programming includes an extensive film series and classes in filmmaking. Marshall says that Flickers and the film festival have been working with Barrington Library for the past five years to promote programs year–round. www.barringtonlibrary.org. www.rifilmfest.org.
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One Bristol artist knows just how to paint the perfect portrait When portraitist Eileen May- mirrored image in the background,” hew reflects, it is usually through a Eileen says. “It is a very complex and mirror or a pane of glass, changing conceptual composition. It’s said that the space in one of her generational the canvas that Velazquez is working oil portraits. The Bristol resident paid in the painting is Las Meninas. I took a her dues, making a living for 15 years cue from this work and started thinksketching countless numbers of peo- ing about the portrait in a very differple at fairs and festivals throughout ent way. I took the idea of reflections New England, sharpening her skills. in my work as well.” That experience evolved into a formal portrait artist career. Forever a figurative painter, Eileen uses reflections and reflective surfaces in two-dimensional space in order to extend it out, so that the viewer becomes involved. The image exists both in front of and behind the viewer simultaneously, calling into question several perceptions through the same work. As she says, reflection “creates shapes that would not ordinarily reside,” not to mention the psychological content that a mirror may add, especially in a portrait. “When I do a portrait commission, my goal is to achieve a ‘speaking’ likeness. The portrait has to feel alive while still a fine art painting,” says Eileen. “I sometimes incorporate reflective surfaces or mirrors in a portrait, but rarely in a commissioned work.” Luther Blount by Eileen Mayhew A native Rhode Islander, Eileen spent eight years in Washington, DC, then came back Eileen says a great portrait must to open a studio to paint full-time in also be a great painting, including all 1974. A superb teacher and a member the elements of depth, such as color of many art associations, she is the and composition. It also has to include co-founder of IMAGO, a Gallery of Art specifics about the individual subject, and Fine Craft, at 36 Market Street in whatever makes that person special Warren, a non-profit run by artists. or unique. One such portrait is of WarHer work is a direct reflection of Las ren’s renowned Luther Blount, owner/ Meninas by Diego Velazquez, which founder of Blount Marine and Blount is not only a portrait of the SpanSeafood, standing in a wheat field, so ish Royal family of King Philip IV, but alive it seems to breathe and speak. also a self-portrait of the painter. “The “A portrait captures a moment in king and queen can be seen in a small time and has to be kinetic, especially
when working from a live sitter rather than a photograph. A sitter cannot remain frozen in time, so the artist must capture whatever is specific about the expressions of the face and body language,” says the artist. She has painted countless likenesses, from Blount to George Sisson (Father of the East Bay Bike Path) to her “most memorable,” a recent painting of Abraham Lincoln on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Eileen’s path was already carved by age three when she began to draw. Her grandfather, Joseph Ward, was an artist who painted religious murals in various Catholic parishes. Ward was a devoted early mentor. As she grew older, inspired by the portrait genius of Norman Rockwell, she went to hundreds of art festivals, fairs, malls and craft shows, learning to draw quickly and spontaneously. Photographs can lie, she adds. “It is not an accurate likeness, sometimes, and the darks are too dark and the edges are too sharp. There are very few hard edges on a person, so an artist has to look for these things,” says Eileen. “Only experience from life can compensate.” Her choice of oils cannot lie, however. They will tell the truth for centuries because of her meticulous preparation and study, leading to what is called ‘generational’ art. “I have studied how to paint work that will last more than a generation and, after painting for over 40 years, my work has stood the test of time,” says Eileen. “I use the best oils, canvas, mediums, etc., build my own painting supports and make my own frames to complete the work. If a painting is kept clean and out of direct sun light, it will last for hundreds of years.” www.eileenmayhewportraits-art.com
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Flying On Water The Wright Brothers were the first to do it; before them, Leonardo da Vinci had schematics of his own. It appears humans have been jealous of the birds for quite some time and have a desire – or even a need – for flight. You can travel in a plane or helicopter, float through the air by parachute or soar on a hang glider. All are modern marvels, but are beginning to be slightly passé in today’s got-to-have-it-now, what’sthe-next-big-thing world we live in. Allow me to introduce you to kitesurfing: a combination of wakeboarding, surfing, windsurfing, paragliding and acrobatics. It’s an extreme sport for someone looking to do it all at once; the an-
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swer for the person with sport-induced ADHD. While kitesurfers aren’t actually flying through the air per se, they are soaring atop the water, at speeds not suitable for the faint of heart. The sport was born out of the innovation of some forward-thinking thrill-seekers. Kitesurfing started to catch some wind (pun intended) in the 1990s and through evolution, morphed from a three-wheeled buggy on land to a kite-pulled water skier on a lake. The modern contraptions we see today include various forms of kites (leading edge inflatables and foil), kiteboards (made of composite, wood or foam) and harnesses. Kitesurfing offers excitement and
fun for the adrenaline junkie or the water enthusiast, but also quite a performance to watch for the mellow beach towel rider or the lounge chair aficionado. The sport offers an acrobatic show as riders elegantly glide through the air performing aerial maneuvers, a speed aspect when they harness the wind in such a way to scream across the water. It’s an all-around awe-inspiring athletic endeavor that leaves one marveling at the guts and ability these riders have cultivated. The other appealing aspect to the sport is that the necessary requirements needed to take part in the fun can be found in spades locally. Once you have acquired the kite, board and
harness, all you need is water and wind. With the ability to launch from land or boat, kitesurfing can be enjoyed all around the coast of Rhode Island and Southeast Massachusetts. Be wary of the risk you might be taking, though. The threat of something new always pairs itself with the resistance by the traditional. Surfers, windsurfers and wakeboarders may scoff at the idea of all three sports coming together for one euphoric combination, and seem to quickly forget that they too are in love with a sport that was once in the same position. So if you dare to join the likes of the Wright Brothers and da Vinci, do so with care, caution and a smile.
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