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The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo

Apple Picking

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11 Rhody Happenings

65 Seasonal Style

Inside Monster Mini Golf’s Monster Lab

Look sharp while fighting that chill in the air

12 This Season

67 Fall Fashion

27 Events Calendar

70 Scarves

Ocean State Oyster Festival in Providence

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43 Fall in Love with Fall Get the most out of the season 45 Apple Picking 46 Fun on the Farm 49 Halloween Scares 50 Halloween for the Whole Family 53 Fall Festivals 54 Rhody Hikes 57 Theatre 58 Fall Arts

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75 Autumn Flavors

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34 Home Renovation

77 Pie Taste Test 81 Festive Flavors

37 Back to School 61 Discover South County

83 Foodie Events

69 Home Improvements

84 Seasonal Spirits

78 Wood Fired Cooking

86 Pick Your Own Chart

90 Last Peek You know the seasons have changed when...

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Amy spent seven years on SyFy’s Ghost Hunters, as part of the team at Warwick-based TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society), seeking out evidence of otherworldly presences all over the globe. Things are a bit quieter these days, now that filming on the first season of her new show has wrapped.

On an average day, you can find Amy hanging out in Providence or Newport, or talking to her followers on Twitter about anything from wine recommendations to where to find a good sale.

Call it the calm before the storm.

Once Kindred Spirits is on the air, things are going to get crazy. Because those Twitter followers? There are 187,000 of them, and another 200,000 on Facebook. It’s safe to say that demand for Amy’s particular talent for ghost hunting is high.

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Amy and Adam concentrate on one haunting. The pair talks intensively with the family, does research on the home and family’s history, and consults with experts in other fields like psychology and grief counseling. Then, of course, they investigate for ghosts. “We just try to figure out what this ghost wants or needs,” she says. They do that through audio and video surveillance, using handheld camera and recording devices to monitor environmental changes, search for EVPs (electronic voice phenomena, where something actually speaks to you) and observe EMF fluctuations (changes to electromagnetic fields). “It sounds crazy but it’s been working. I can’t give away too much, but we’ve run the gamut this season from people acknowledging who they are and what they want, to getting a message from the entity and passing it on,” Amy says. “There have been a lot of tears, a lot of scary moments, a lot of laughs. It’s unlike anything people have seen on TV, I think. It’s really personal.”

Beyond this show, Amy has even bigger ghost hunting dreams. “I would love to investigate Graceland,” she says. “They say the whole second floor is haunted. The White House is high on my list. It has a lot of ghost stories. I just need to find a president who is a Ghost Hunters fan, well, a Kindred Spirits fan.” Kindred Spirits will premiere this month on Destination America.

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Carving a Tradition

Behind the Scenes with the Great Pumpkins How 5,000 pumpkins become stunning works of art at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular

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at you from the darkness, their pumpkin grins illuminated by flickering light. Some seem pleasant enough for disembodied heads, others have a more sinister something in their crooked smiles. But you love it. It’s one of the coolest things about fall in Rhode Island.

The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo is a tradition that never gets old.

Each year, thousands of pumpkins are transformed, not just into bucktoothed jack-o-lanterns, but into intricate pieces of art. Last year featured stunning displays of Hollywood’s Golden Age, carved with painstaking attention to detail into massive pumpkins. There’s always a theme – this year’s is American Treasures – but there are always welcome, familiar sights like celebrities, cartoon characters and a whole zoo’s worth of animals.

Each year, the question we all ask ourselves is “How do they do it?”

Ahead of the Spectacular, we took a tour of the pumpkin trail in broad daylight. There was no music and no crowd, but there were crews hard at work preparing lights, platforms and backgrounds for the displays. And of course, there were the pumpkins.

Everything from small, reasonably sized pumpkins that get strung up from trees to big, monster squash that weigh over 1,000 pounds get carved up in September – not too early, these are perishable materials we’re talking about –

by the creative team of Passion for Pumpkins.

John Reckner started Passion for Pumpkins after seeing a simple jack-o-lantern display in Vermont and realized that combining artful pumpkin carving with music in a dark, wooded setting was the perfect way to celebrate the season. Jump ahead 30 years and the group has been installing

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pumpkin art installations all over New England, but the crown jewel of their year’s work is the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Later we met volunteers who were busy scooping out the seedy insides of the smaller pumpkins that would fill out the spaces between the more intricate pieces. During the spectacular we tend to lock in on the pumpkins with Elvis’ face or Maria from The Sound of Music on them, but when you see people hollowing out and piling up the little guys, the unsung heroes of the show, you realize that each of these jack-o-lanterns is a work of art. Of course the work doesn’t stop once the show starts. Every pumpkin is changed weekly – yes, every pumpkin – to maintain the show’s appearance. Since the bigger ones are so labor intensive, they’re dried out to add an extra few days to their shelf life.

As impressive as seeing the finished pumpkins are, seeing the work that goes into them really drives home that what these artists do is truly unique. During our visit we saw a work in progress that depicted Dorothy’s Kansas farmhouse being swept to Oz by a twister. When your canvas is a one-ton vegetable there’s no backsies; every stroke had to be perfect and I walked away with a newfound appreciation for my delete key.

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Haunted Rhode Island

Going Bump in the Night Digging up some of the Ocean State’s ghosts and ghouls Rhode Island may lack the brand recognition of go-to haunted haunts like Salem and Transylvania, but that doesn’t mean that our ghosts and goblins aren’t every bit as interesting. Vampires, spirits, Satanists – we’ve got spooks and scares aplenty.

Here are three local legends to keep you up at night: this only scratches the surface of Rhode Island’s haunted history.

MERCY BROWN: OCEAN STATE vAMPIRE The Legend: Your family might drive you crazy, but Mercy Brown’s would out crazy them for sure.

During the New England Vampire Panic of the late 19th century (aka a tuberculosis outbreak), it was believed that a non-sparkling, notably less dreamy variety of bloodsucker was preying on locals. Mercy Brown died of tuberculosis in 1890, two years after her mother and older sister. When her brother Edwin became ill in 1892, the bodies of all three women were dug up and inspected. The elder Brown women were good and decomposed, but Mercy had been kept in a freezer-like crypt for months after her death, resulting in a more preserved state. Naturally this was interpreted as a sign of vampirism, and her heart was subsequently removed, burned, mixed into an elixir and fed to her sick brother. You know, for vampirism! He died less than a year later.

Where to Find Proof: Mercy’s grave can still be seen in the Baptist Church cemetery in Exeter.

The Conjuring HOuSE The Legend: Bathsheba Sherman, a suspected witch, cursed this Harrisville property resulting in mysterious and tragic deaths that plagued multiple generations of the family that lived there before the Perron family bought the property in the early 1970s.

The Perrons came face to face with a full-blown haunted house. Their story, along with that of famed paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, was depicted in the 2013 film, The Conjuring. The

Perrons have long since moved on (to a new home, not the afterlife) but the current owners are battling a different kind of possession entirely: horror movie nerds who won’t stay off their property. They’re in the process of suing Warner Brothers and director James Wan after The Conjuring turned their quiet, if slightly haunted home, into a magnet for trespassers and crank callers.

Where to Find Proof: You can see Bathsheba Sherman’s headstone in the historic cemetery across from the Harrisville fire station. Otherwise, please leave the people who live here alone.

THE BILTMORE HOTEL The Legend: A lot of people point to the Biltmore in downtown Providence as the inspiration for The Shining’s Overlook Hotel and Psycho’s Bates Motel.

Dig a little deeper and you’ll start uncovering bonechilling tidbits about Johan Leisse Weisskopf, the “affluent Satanist” who financed the hotel’s construction (with some help from the mob) in the early 20th century. Rumors speak of animal cages on the rooftop for ritual sacrifices and purifying baths in the basement filled with blood, which sounds more like the backstory to Sigourney Weaver’s apartment in Ghostbusters if you ask us, making it easy for people to assume that every creepy sound and disembodied howl they hear in their room is probably a ghost. But outside of slamming bathroom doors in YouTube videos, the spectral guests have been relatively quiet in recent years.

Where to Find Proof: You can always reserve a room and inspect a specter for yourself… if you dare.

–Tony Pacitti

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Haunted Providence: Strange Tales from the Smallest State by Rory Raven

H.P. Lovecraft: A Literary Life The Rhode Island Historical Society takes guests to the stomping grounds of Providence native and influential horror and science fiction writer H.P. Lovecraft. Expect to walk away with a profound sense of cosmic dread. October 22 and 23 at noon. RIHS.org/ Walking-Tours

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often means apples, apples and more apples. While you’re picking your own or preparing to buy them from the market this year, consider the Rhode Island Greening. This tart, medium to large sized apple was developed from seed around 1650 by an inn keeper named Mr. Green, in Green’s End (known presently as Middletown) and it is, well, green. Considered one of the oldest known apple varieties, the Rhode Island Greening was very popular in New England as well as New York and other regions in the Northeast up until the beginning of the 20th century. Also known as ‘Green’s Inn’ apples, Mt. Hygeia Farm in Foster had one of the oldest trees still producing the fruit until the early 1900s. Though the apple could be found in markets until around 1930, it started to fall out of favor due in part to the fact that it only bares fruit every other year. In spite of their decline in abundance,

the Rhode Island Greening bares the distinction of being our state’s official fruit since 1991 and has enjoyed a rise in demand over the last six years.

Pies are the best use of the Rhode Island Greening, as it is crisp, juicy and holds its shape when baked. It is also versatile and can be made into cider, applesauce or just eaten fresh off the tree.

These apples are considered “late season” as they become ripe between late September and mid October. Additionally they store well and can last up to five or even six months when refrigerated. Storing the apples for a period allows their flavor to become more sweet.

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Leave it to Nature How the gypsy moth caterpillar’s appetite impacts fall foliage been snacking on leaves since the spring. They feed primarily on oak leaves, but pines, maples, firs, shrubs, beeches and hickory leaves taste just fine to them, too.

Although many trees have put out a second round of leaves, many are still left sparse, leaving us wondering how the caterpillars’ appetites will impact our fall foliage.

“Insect populations are dynamic by nature,” explains the RI Department of Environmental Management’s Assistant Director Cathy Sparks. “They respond to different conditions, and [the gypsy moth infestation] was worse this year than last because it was a heavy infestation.” Cathy remarks that the gypsy moth damage was patchy, not statewide, and that a dry spring was to blame for the moths proliferation. “When we have a wet spring, that provides conditions to knock the population down,” she says.

“There is a fungus and a virus [during a wet spring], that would have prevented many caterpillars from maturing into adults. This did not happen. We’ve had two dry springs in a row, so I would propose that that has been an advantage to the caterpillars survival.”

Because the damage was spotty, Cathy says that there are many areas in the state that didn’t have any damage. “[The foliage] may be a little less

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Despite a big year for gypsy moths, the fall foliage shouldn’t be too affected

vivid,” she says. “But I wouldn’t say it’s not worth the trip to the farm to get the pumpkin and enjoy the foliage. I think there will still be a lot of foliage out.”

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A visit to Gasbarro’s Wines is more than just a stop for a bottle of wine. It’s an experience. It can be educational, where you learn a little (or a lot) about wine regions and winemakers. It can take you around the world, skipping through the wine offerings of five continents. It can even take you back

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Bowen’s Wharf is Newport’s premier year-round destination, offering waterfront shopping, dining, tours, a full-service marina and events.

Charming brick walkways, granite quays and 18th century wharf buildings give visitors a taste of the city’s famed seaport history. With a centrally located parking lot, getting here by car is a breeze. And if a breezy boat ride is more your style, free dinghy tie-ups are available. Bowen’s Wharf is also home to many events, like the upcoming Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival (October 15 and 16) and the Newport Oyster Festival, the signature event of the recently launched Rhode Island Oyster Trail. 401-8492243, BowensWharf.com

West Coast Mexican meets East Coast creative at Diego’s. The large menu features fresh ingredients, housemade sauces and bold flavors. Stop in for a casual brunch, lunch or dinner, or drop by the lively bar for a handcrafted cocktail.

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Arianna’s collection of serums, masks and creams fight the signs of aging by hydrating, rejuvenating and refining the skin. This beauty boutique on the Wharf, noted for its exquisite display of cupcake bath bombs and approachable atmosphere, offers customized service by trained skincare professionals. Stop by to learn more about the exclusive line. 39 Bowens Wharf. 401-848-5000, Arianna-Skincare.com

The beautiful selection of women’s clothing, jewelry, handbags and seasonal accessories at Isherwood & Company is on-trend and yet classic.

A curated collection of jewelry offers artisan pieces, a variety of colorful sea glass jewelry and the latest from designers Thomas Sabo and Michelle Pressler. The boutique is also the largest local dealer of Uno de 50, an exclusive jewelry line that’s handcrafted in Spain. Coastal chic is available all year long, be it fun nautical flip flops in the summer or gorgeous cashmere sweaters in the winter. The latest in designer and European brands offer customers unique stylish finds at every visit. 8 Bowen’s Wharf. 401-6191116, Isherwood.com

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September September 9-11: Head to the Cranston Greek Festival for a cultural experience that includes food and family-friendly entertainment. Church of the Annunciation. 175 Oaklawn Avenue, Cranston. AnnunciationRI.org September 12: Make your own fabulous seasonal decor at the Fall Wreath Class at the Farmer’s Daughter. 5pm. 716 Mooresfield Road, South Kingstown. TheFarmersDaughterRI.com

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September 15-17: Get up close and personal with the newest types of sailboats, powerboats and marine accessories at the 46th Annual Newport International Boat Show.

Newport Yachting Center, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport. NewportBoatShow.com September 16-18: The 8th Annual Taste of Block Island offers discounts on food, adventures, lodging and more on the island. Multiple locations, Block Island. BlockIslandChamber.com September 16: If you haven’t heard enough about politics then you should go see RI Public Radio’s Scott MacKay’s talk, Elections 2016: Rhode Island and the Nation, at the Jamestown Arts Center. 18 Valley Street, Jamestown. JamestownArtCenter.org

September 16-18: Misquamicut Beach Fallfest is back for a weekend of midway rides, food and live entertainment that includes headliner 10,000 Maniacs. Misquamicut State Beach, Westerly. MisquamicutFestival.org September 16-18: See the intricate work of New England crafters at the 31st Annual Folk Art Quilt Show. South County Museum. 115 Swarthmore Street, Narragansett. SouthCountyMuseum.org September 17: Grab your girl – your American Girl doll that is – and take her on the adventurous American Girl Train Ride in the Blackstone valley. Blackstone Valley Train Depot. One Depot Square, Woonsocket. BlackstoneValleyAmericanGirl. com September 17: Yes, there will be plenty of pumpkins for decorating and purchasing at the Pumpkin Festival, but there’ll also be food, craft vendors and kid’s entertainment like face painting. 412 Greenville Road, North Smithfield. GreatPumpkinFestival.org September 17: usher in a new fashion and food season and enjoy local performances at Falling Leaves Main Street Stroll. Main Street, East Greenwich. EastGreenwichChamber.com September 17: Watch as artists take their art to the streets at the

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September 17: Enjoy oysters from 20 Rhody farms and learn a thing or two about our local aquaculture at the 2nd Annual Ocean State Oyster Festival. River Walk Park, Providence.

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September 17-18: Take a peek inside three historic work/live mills and meet artists in their workspaces at the XOS Exchange Street Open Studios. Exchange Street, Pawtucket. XOSPawtucket.com

September 17: The 2nd Annual Ocean State Oyster Festival

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September 17-18: Take a trip back to the colonial era at Coggeshall Farm’s Harvest Fair and enjoy hayrides, folk artists, kid’s activities and farm-made jonnycakes. 10am-5pm. 1 Colt Drive, Bristol. CoggeshallFarm.org

September 24: The uS-China Institute and the Confucius Institute at Bryant university presents Chinese Culture Night, complete with interactive displays along Steeple Street.

October 1: Flames of Hope: A Celebration of Life, Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation’s signature event, features a daylong festival that concludes with an emotional torchbearer procession.

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RHODY HAPPENINGS September 17-18: Johnston’s Memorial Park fills up with artisans, entertainers and festival food at the crowd favorite 29th Annual Apple Festival.

1583 Hartford Avenue, Johnston. NRIChamber.com September 18: Celebrate the ending of one season and the beginning of another at the Artists’ Exchange’s Fall Out of Summer Arts Festival with family-friendly entertainment, food and more. 50 Rolfe Square, Cranston. Artists-Exchange.org September 23-24: Bobcat Goldthwait makes a rare Rhode Island appearance for three comedy shows at the Comedy Connection that are sure to leave you in stitches. 39 Warren Avenue, East Providence. RIComedyConnection.com September 22-25: Celebrity chefs, vineyards and fine food purveyors from near and far descend on the City by the Sea for the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival. Events are at The Elms, Marble House and Rosecliff, Newport. NewportMansions.org September 24-25: A good, oldfashioned time will be had at Smith’s Castle Harvest Festival, with family friendly entertainment and homemade fall treats on the day’s bill. 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown. SmithsCastle.org

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September 24-25: October might be a few days away, but why not get a head start on the month-plus long celebration of beer, bratwurst and German entertainment at Oktoberfest. German American Cultural Society of Rhode Island. 78 Carter Avenue, Pawtucket. GACSRI.org

September 17-18: Coggshall Farm’s Harvest Fair

September 25: A great time is sure to be had at Frerichs Farm’s Good Old Days, a celebration of simple joys that include a clam bake, bluegrass music and old timey family games. 43 Kinnicutt Avenue, Warren. FrerichsFarm.com September 26: The Thayer Street Art Festival mixes together local artists, street food vendors and strolling entertainers for fun for the whole family. Thayer Street, Providence. FestivalFete.com

October October 1: If laughter’s the best medicine, then you’ll be feeling great after An Evening with Jay Leno. The Ryan Center, One Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston. TheRyanCenter.com

October 1: Magnolia Cajun Band, known for their upbeat folksy music, plays Sandywoods Center for the Arts. 43 Muse Way, Tiverton. SandywoodsMusic.com October 1-2: Kick off the first weekend in October with family fun in the form of midway games, food and craft vendors at Norman Bird Sanctuary’s 42th Annual Harvest Fair. 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown. NormanBirdSanctuary.org October 8: Stroll through historic Benefit Street on the East Side and browse the original creations of over 100 RISD alumni and current students at RISD Craft. Benefit Street (between Waterman and Hopkins streets), Providence. RISDCraft.com October 10: Marching bands and community activists gather at Burnside Park in Providence for Pronk. Join in this annual celebration of music, community and social justice. Washington Street, Providence. ProvidenceHonkFest.org October 14: Our very own worldclass orchestra, the Rhode Island Philharmonic, takes on Mozart’s Requiem as part of the Amica Rush Hour Series. The Vets. 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence. RIPhil.org October 14: Dance like no one’s watching at Hyperglow Tour, a high energy blend of electronic dance music and ultra-violet lighting. Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel, 79 Washington Street, Providence. Lupos.com

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COLuMBuS DAY WEEkEND EXPLORATIONS Discover a boatload of fun at these three-day celebrations on October 8-10 Cowboy Rendezvous: Horse around at Stepping Stone Ranch for their 11th annual round-up of ranch riding, horse racing and knee-slapping fun entertainment. 201 Escoheag Hill Road, West Greenwich. SteppingStoneRanch.com Autumnfest: Woonsocket pulls out all the stops for an annual autumn extravaganza that lines up live entertainment, the region’s biggest tug-of-war competition, festival rides, crafty vendors, fireworks and a parade. WWII Memorial State Park, 40 Snow Street, Woonsocket. AutumnFest.org Columbus Day Weekend Festival: Federal Hill’s signature event features (what else) plenty of food, live entertainment and a parade. Atwells Avenue, Providence. FederalHillProv. com/festivals Scituate Art Festival: The mother of all festivals is celebrating its 50th year with over 200 craft and antique vendors, fall food tastings and family entertainment. Village Green, North Scituate. ScituateArtFestival.org Applefest: Steere Orchard’s annual celebration features homemade baked goods, free hayrides, pick your own apples, a farmer’s market and more.

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Trail gives you the chance to explore scenic South County back roads on a self-guided tour of working artist studios. Map at HopArts.org October 15-16: Bowen’s Wharf 26th Annual Seafood Festival rounds up the best of fresh seafood, live entertainment and kid-

friendly activities for a two-day celebration. Bowen’s Wharf, Newport. BowensWharf.com October 17-23: Calling all film enthusiasts: the 17th Annual vortex Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror Film Festival is here to put a fright in your night.

Screenings at locations around the state. Film-Festival.org

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October 20: Haley Star and LaDiva Jonz bring dramatic laughs to Stadium Theatre for Cocktails and Comedy with the Divas of Drag.

28 Monument Square, Woonsocket.

StadiumTheatre.com October 22: Enjoy the foliage, sights and more from Woonsocket to Putnam, CT on the Train Excursion Through the Blackstone valley. Blackstone Valley Train Depot.

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October 22: Providence gets a bit more soulful when ‘70s favorites Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire play at The Dunk. 1 LaSalle Square, Providence. DunkinDonutsCenter. com

September 29 and October 27: Bristol-Warren Art Night

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October 22: Dress your little goblins in their Halloween costumes for unBOOlievable Festival, an afternoon of trick or treating, carousel riding, food trucks and more at Carousel Village. Roger Williams Park.

1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence. RWPZoo.org October 22-23: Take a walk on the spooky side of Providence at the 90-minute H.P. Lovecraft Walking Tour. Includes a ticket to the Vortex Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror Film Festival. Departs from The John Brown House, 52 Power Street, Providence.

Film-Festival.org October 22-23: See how local artists work and get a unique opportunity to purchase original works of art at the West Bay Open Studios. Self-guided; map at WestBayOpenStudios.com October 22-23: Tour historic Kenyon’s Grist Mill, savor clam cakes and chowder and kayak down the Queen’s River at Autumn Tour Weekend. 21 Glen Rock Road, West Kingston. KenyonsGristMill.com

October 27: Cheese from Tiverton’s Milk & Honey is deliciously paired with Newport Vineyard’s varietals at Fall Series Cheese Class. Newport Vineyards. 909 East Main Road, Middletown.

NewportVineyards. com October 29: Cyclists, acrobats and trapeze artists perform at the steampunk-inspired extravaganza Cirque Mechanics presented by FirstWorks.

The Vets, 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence. First-Works.org

November November 1: Henry Rollins brings his one-of-a-kind rants as his spoken word tour comes to town… a week before Election Day. The Met, 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket. TheMetRI.com November 11-13: Geeks and the freaks that love them will line up all weekend long for the phenomenon that is Rhode Island Comic Con. RI Convention Center and Dunkin’ Donuts Center. 1 Sabin Street, Providence. RIComicCon.com

ARTFuL EvENINGS Gallery nights offer a fun and approachable way to see art Newport Gallery Night September 13, October 11, November 8 From 5-8pm on the second Thursday of the month, galleries in Newport stay open late, offer light bites and provide opportunities to meet artists. The Newport Art Museum offers free admission, too. NewportGalleryNight.com Providence Gallery Night September 15, October 20, November 17 On the third Thursday of the month, the free Art Bus brings guests to over 20 galleries around the city, complete with local celebrity guides. GalleryNight.org Bristol-Warren Art Night September 29 and October 27 Take the guided trolley tour or grab a handbill and guide yourself to Bristol and Warren’s artful destinations, featuring gallery exhibits, open studios, art-friendly businesses and live music.

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Apple and Pumpkin Picking The fall’s most quintessential activity

When the weather cools down, every food in Rhode Island gets an apple or pumpkin variety. While all of them are delicious, there’s

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something genuinely special about going straight to the farm and picking apples and pumpkins yourself.

Cucumber Hill Farm offers PYO pumpkins, plus a corn maze, kiddie maze, flashlight maze, hayrides and pony rides. 39 Cucumber Hill Road, Foster. 401-397-7500, CucumberHillFarm.com Dame Farm and Orchards has lots of family fun: pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, as well as hayrides and their A-Maze-ing Corn Maze. 91B Brown Avenue, Johnston.

401-949-3657, DameFarmAndOrchards.com Escobar’s Highland Farm has PYO pumpkins, an enormous eight acre corn maze and hayrides. 133 Middle Road, Portsmouth. 401-683-1444 Knight Farm has PYO apples and pumpkins, plus hayrides, cider donuts, ice cream and The Farmer’s Omelette restaurant on-site. 1 Snake Hill Road, North Scituate. 401-349-4408, KnightFarm.com Phantom Farms offers pick-your-own apples September-November, as well as hayrides, orchard tours, apple cider and caramel apples at their farmstand.

2920 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland.

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Pick the season’s bounty at Pippin Orchard in Cranston

Pick a Peck (or Two) Pippin Orchards has 20 acres of fruit trees, including peaches, plums, pears and nectarines. Visitors to the farm can pick their own apples and pumpkins in September and October or grab a ready-made baked treat. At the farmstand, there are vegetables, herbs, preserves and baked goods (including the fall’s most delicious food: cider donuts). New this year, try their maple cotton candy. 751 Pippin Orchard Road, Cranston. 401-943-7096, Facebook. com/PippinOrchard At Confreda Farms, picking your own pumpkins is just the beginning of the fun. The Hope Valley farm has a Corn MAiZE, as well as hayrides and food on the weekends. Their family fun festival offers fun kids activities, and rides every weekend in September and October. When the sun goes down, prepare to be spooked at Scary Acres. 2150 Scituate Avenue, Hope Valley. 401-827-5000, ConfredaFallFest.com HeyRhody.com

Spring Hill Sugar House offers pick your own pumpkins and a corn maze.

They also do farm tours, and offer maple sugaring demonstrations in the winter. 522 Gardner Road, Exeter. 401788-7431, Facebook.com/Spring-HillSugar-House Steere Orchard, one of the state’s biggest apple orchards, has PYO apples, pumpkins and squash through November, plus free hayrides, and apple cider and doughnuts. 30 West Greenville Road, Greenville. 401-949-1456, SteereOrchard.com Sunset Orchards offers PYO apples, plus tractor train rides and a farmstand with apple cider. 244 Gleaner Chapel Road, North Scituate. 401-934-1900, SunsetOrchards.FreeServers.com Fall Guide 2016 |

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Fun on the Farm Celebrate the harvest with family-friendly activities

Hop on the hay wagon and get yourself down to one of Rhode Island’s farms for some good, old fashioned fun (and some

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delicious fall treats).

Take a step back in time at Festival Farm, which promises family fun “like it used to be.” Kids can take a pony ride or a hayride pulled by an antique tractor. The petting zoo lets you get up close and personal with alpacas, sheep, pygmy goats, an emu and pheasants. Sip hot cider while you pick out your fall pumpkins and gourds. 2 Canonchet Road, Hope Valley. 401-742-5575, FestivalFarmRI.com Weekends starting September 17 and running through October 30, the fun doesn’t end at Confreda Farm’s Fall Fest. Think hayrides, kiddie rides, farm activities and a corn MAiZE the size of seven (you heard us – seven) football fields. There’s a food court offering fall and Halloween treats, and a Pumpkin Smash on October 30. 2150 Scituate Avenue, Hope. 401-827-5000, ConfredasFallFest.com The Farmer’s Daughter, a farm stand and garden center, hosts a Harvest Festival every weekend from September 24-October 30. Fun activities include: scavenger hunts, pony rides, pumpkin slingshots and bowling, a corn maze, a barrel train ride and antique tractors, scarecrow making, costume contests, face painting and furry friends. 716 Mooresfield Road, South Kingstown. 401-792-1340, TheFarmersDaughterRI.com

The Greatest Pumpkin It must be something in the water… or maybe it’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Frerichs Farm in Warren is widely known for its enormous pumpkins. So widely known, in fact, that Frerichs’ giant gourds have made the national news. Every Columbus Day weekend, the farm hosts the Southern New England Giant Pumpkin Growers’ Annual Weigh-Off, happening this year on October 8. The event attracts more than 3,500 attendees to witness the weighing of the gigantic pumpkins, which can weigh in at over 1,000lbs.

The 2015 winner, Ron Wallace from Greene, RI, grew a whopping 2,230lb pumpkin.

The Pumpkin Palooza at Frerichs Farm, happening on weekends September 10-October 22, offers lots more fun for kids and grownups: pumpkin painting, pumpkin carriage rides, a play-scale Western town, make-your-own scarecrows, a ride-on dragon and witch broom, and a Charlie Brown pumpkin patch. Frerichs is also hosting a Good Old Days party on September 25, which is a day of good old fashioned bluegrass music, children’s games, a beer tent and a clam bake, with proceeds going to the Autism Project’s East Bay Support Center. 43 Kinnicutt Avenue, Warren. 401-245-8245, FrerichsFarm.com 46

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Learn where your food comes from with Rhody Fresh and Cabot Creamery. On October 9, the local dairy collaborative is hosting a farm tour at Emma Acres in Exeter, with free Rhody Fresh milk, apple cider and Cabot cheese samples, plus hayrides for the kids. 143 Ten Rod Road, Exeter.

RhodyFresh.com Get a taste of the fall at Steere Orchard’s Apple Fest: A Fall Harvest Celebration. On October 15 and 16, the party will feature live music by the Applehead String Band, free samples of baked goods and apples, and pies and apple and pumpkin treats for purchase. A farmer’s market and free hayrides, along with the pick-your-own apples that the orchard regularly offers, round out the festivities. 150 Austin Avenue, Greenville. 401-949-1456, SteereOrchard.com HeyRhody.com

Photo by Jeannette St. Pierre

Pumpkin Palooza at Frerichs Farm is fun for the whole family

Have fun getting lost at Dame Farm’s A-Maizeing corn maze. It takes an hour to solve the four-acre maze, with stations hidden inside that add to the challenge. Weekends in the fall, there’s also a food truck serving up delicious treats like chowder and fried Oreos.

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Fright Nights Scare yourself silly at haunted houses around the state

What else is Halloween for but getting scared out of your wits?

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haunted houses.

Enter Highland Farms’ Trails to Terror, but remember, there’s only one way through. The terrifying attraction has Delamorte’s Haunted Hayride and a walk-through Forest of Fear, with 15 acres of terror. The all-outdoor attraction runs weekends from September 30-October 30. 4235 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield. 401-792-8188, TrailsToTerror.com What started as a small fundraiser to help with the farm animals at Slater Park’s Daggett Farm has grown to become an anticipated destination on the Halloween haunt list: the Slater Park Haunted Tunnel. Starting September 30 and open Fridays and Saturdays throughout October, there are lots of ways to get your scare on, including Pumpkins in the Park, Fright Night in the Park, The Woods and the always terrifying tunnel itself. Slater Park, 825 Armistice Boulevard, Pawtucket. 401-728-0500, Facebook.com/HauntedTunnelRI The longest running haunted house in New England, Haunted Labyrinth, is open every weekend in October. For over 30 years, this volunteer-run nonprofit has been providing the youth community with scares and fun. 804 Dyer Avenue, Cranston.

401-943-8686, HauntedLabyrinth.com

Fortress of Nightmares at Fort Adams will give you chills

It’s a Scream

Photo courtesy of Fortress of Nightmares

What started in one old mill building in Fall River quickly grew its reputation for being the best – read: most terrifying – game in town. Now, Factory of Terror has bone-chilling locations in Worcester and West Warwick. This place gives new meaning to the phrase “enter if you dare.” There’s the Ghost Cemetery at Centerville Falls, the Asylum of Screaming Souls, Dracula’s Hideaway and Psycho Alley, which… we don’t even want to know. The 4-D Blackout offers zombie laser tag, where there’s only one thing keeping you from becoming one of the walking dead. Factory of Terror is the place where even if you love things that go bump in the night, you’re going to feel a few actual jolts of fear. And if you can survive this haunted house unscathed, Halloween night is going to feel like a walk in the park. 3 Bridal Avenue, West Warwick.

774-847-7745, FactoryOfTerror.com There’s a haunted house attraction, and then there’s a haunted house that happens at an actual haunted military fort. At Fortress of Nightmares, the frights in costume aren’t the only ones you need to worry about from October 21-23 and 28-30. Wander through the centuries-old fort and try to make it out in one piece, if you dare. In addition to their signature Tunnels of Terror, Mayhem 31 is a new 3-D attraction this year, as well as a paranormal exhibit (like we said, real ghosts) and Turned, A Zombie Experience. 90 Fort Adams Road, Newport. 401-841-0707, FortressOfNightmares.org HeyRhody.com

Venture into the dark of night where ghouls, zombies and disembodied spirits await at Field of Screams. Terror-inducing attractions include the Dungeon of Doom, the Dead River Haunted Hayride and Cirque de Souls a 4-D haunted maze.

Don’t miss Zombie Paintball, where you board a military transport truck with your own bolted down paintball gun and attempt to survive a zombie apocalypse as you shoot live zombies and other moving targets. 179 Plain Meeting House Road, West Greenwich. 401-397-2600, HauntedHayride. net, ZombiePaintball.net Find your thrills on Haunted Hill, the terrifying haunted attraction at Cumberland’s Diamond Hill Park. This year, the blood curdling attractions are the Chamber of Lost Souls, Boris’s Blood Bath and Town of Oompa Loompa. Family Fun Day on October 29 offers a less scary trick or treating experience for little devils. 4092 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland. 401-334-9996, HauntedHill.net When the sun goes down at Confreda Farms, the frights go up. Scary Acres offers something different and spookier every year. The nighttime corn maze is populated by ghouls and ghosts that will terrify even the bravest souls. 2150 Scituate Avenue, Hope. 401-827-5000, ScaryAcresRI.com Fall Guide 2016 |

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So Fun, It’s Scary Celebrate Halloween with less spooky attractions

If you love Halloween but don’t love losing a whole month’s sleep

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to horror movie monsters, skip the haunted houses and check out one of these less scary ways to celebrate.

If you can’t get enough of the Jack O’Lantern Spectacular, why not just stay the night? Boo At The Zoo family overnights happen October 22 and 29 at Roger Williams Park Zoo. There, the things that go bump in the night are nocturnal animals. Get the inside scoop on them from zoo educators, plus VIP access to the pumpkins and a morning zoo tour. 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence. 401-941-4998, RWPZoo.org There’s something strange in the neighborhood… Misquamicut Drive-In Movies. There are movies every Friday night in September, and two spooky selections in October: Beetlejuice on October 7, and Ghostbusters on October 14. Wuskenau Town Beach. 316 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. 401-322-1026, Misquamicut.org Smith’s Castle is an important part of Rhode Island’s history, and it’s also rumored to be haunted. Find out the truth for yourself at their Paranormal Investigation Series, hosted by RISEUP Paranormal, who will bring groups through the house to investigate supernatural claims. Investigations happen on October 15 and November 19. 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown. 401-2943521, SmithsCastle.org

Haunted History Rhode Island has accumulated a lot of history since 1636, not all of it happy memories. In fact, some say there are centuries-old ghosts haunting our most historic streets. Both Providence and Newport offer ghost tours to hunt down the lingering spectres. Take the tours… if you dare.

The Providence Ghost Tour takes you through the haunted history of College Hill, the city’s oldest and most historic area. Walk Benefit Street where H.P. Lovecraft, the original master of horror, crafted his chilling stories, and past the Athenaeum where the ghost of Edgar Allen Poe’s lost love is said to walk the halls. The ghost tour bases its stops on real life events, not legends, and they encourage you to bring a camera to document whatever might pop up along the way. Tours happen nightly in September and October, and weekends in early November. 401-484-8687, ProvidenceGhostTour.com Ghosts of Newport hunts down the City By the Sea’s lost legends on their Olde Town Ghost Walk. The lantern-lit tour takes you through the city’s ghostly maritime history, with chilling tales of pirates, ghost ships, graveyard crypts and more. Tours happen nightly in September and October, and on Saturdays in November.

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Don your finest Halloween regalia for a bonafide costume ball. Mysterium: The Eternal Masquerade happens at the Providence Public Library on October 28, featuring players by Ten31 Productions as part of a “Halloween odyssey like no other.” Learn the secrets of the library and revel in this arts-inspired performance experience (that also includes dinner, open bar and dancing all night). 150 Empire Street, Providence.

401-455-8003, ProvLib.org HeyRhody.com

Photo courtesy of Discover Newport

Trace local maritime history on Newport’s Olde Town Ghost Walk

Bike through H.P Lovecraft’s Providence at Tour de Tentacle: A Weird Bike Odyssey in Providence. On October 30, embark on a bike-based quest around the city, solving puzzles, fighting monsters and saving or dooming PVD as you see fit. Event is BYOB (bring your own bike) and teams are encouraged.

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Fall Festivals Every weekend brings a new reason to celebrate this season

Back in the old days, people gathered in the fall to celebrate the harvest. Now, while we’re still celebrating the end of the growing season, we’re also throwing festivals to celebrate everything from arts to beer and lederhosen. Party on.

MORE WAyS TO PARTy ON Just because it’s September doesn’t mean you have to give up the beach. Misquamicut Fallfest happens right on the shore from September 1618, and has carnival rides, delicious food and a performance by 10,000 Maniacs. Misquamicut State Beach, Westerly. 401-322-1026, MisquamicutFestival.org Coggeshall Farm, a living history museum in Bristol, brings to life the ways of Colonial living in 18th century New England. They have farm animals, cooking and farming demonstrations, and produce from their heirloom garden for sale in season. Their 43nd annual Harvest Fair is happening this year from September 17-18, and features hay and pony rides, old fashioned games, music and dancing. 1 Colt Drive, Bristol.

401-253-9062, CoggeshallFarm.org On September 24-25, International Oktoberfest features seasonal brews, savory German cuisine and lively and spirited music from the Biergartens. Fun fact: in Germany, Oktoberfest actually starts in September, so you’ve got even more reasons to celebrate.

2 Kennedy Plaza, Providence. 800-745-3000, NewportWaterfrontEvents.com It might not really be a castle, but Smith’s Castle is still an important part of Rhode Island’s history. They’re celebrating September 24-25 with a Harvest Festival, featuring delicious treats and fun for the whole family. 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown. 401-294-3521, SmithsCastle.org

The Dragon Boats are a beloved annual event in Pawtucket, happening as part of the Pawtucket Arts Festival

A Bucket of Arts Photo courtesy of Michael C. Meyer

The whole city comes

together for the Pawtucket Arts Festival. The month-long fest celebrates the creativity and culture of Pawtucket, with tons of events happening every day throughout September. The event kick off in early September with a food festival on the Blackstone River, and the iconic Dragon Boats for Taiwan Day at Festival Pier. The Rhode Island Philharmonic is hosting a Pops in the Park performance, the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame is offering guided tours of its Hope Artiste Village home, Metamorphosis Dance Company is holding Creative Movement Workshops… the list goes on and on. The Rhode Island Watercolor Society opens its The Art of Play show on September 17, the same weekend that Exchange Street Open Studios is welcoming visitors inside those renovated mills to see all the artistic work happening inside. The Out There Art Fair: Little Rhody’s Only Outsider Art Festival is happening on September 24, and the German American Cultural Society’s Oktoberfest raises a stein on September 24-25. The event wraps up with the 17th Annual Pawtucket Film Festival, where every show has a live musical performance, from October 14-16. There’s a lot more worth checking out in Pawtucket than you thought, right? PawtucketArtsFestival.org HeyRhody.com

The East Bay Annual Harvest Festival brings music, games and more to the Bay Spring Community Center on October 1. The event includes a rededication of the center’s playground, so feel free to bring the kids and plan on hanging around while they, well, hang around. 170 Narragansett Avenue, Barrington. BSCCRI.org Head to Norman Bird Sanctuary for their 42nd annual Harvest Fair, happening this year on October 1-2. Expect to find handcrafted gifts, great local food, live entertainment and, of course, rare avian friends. 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown. 401-8462577, NormanBirdSanctuary.org Celebrate the last of the grape harvest at Greenvale Vineyards’ 17th Annual Harvest Festival on November 12. Enjoy live jazz music, lawn games, tractor rides, wine tastings and delicious food. 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth. 401-847-3777, Greenvale.com Fall Guide 2016 |

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Take a Hike Explore Rhode Island’s beauty by foot

There’s something special about walking through the woods in the fall, leaves crunching under foot, foliage in all its autumnul glory. Of the many nature preserves in the state, we’ve picked out the ones that are absolutely stunning this time of year.

MORE HIKING TRAILS Off the beaten path and winding its way into rural southwestern South County are Ell and Long Ponds.

These connecting ponds are surrounded by roughly 5.7 miles of challenging wooded trails that will test your endurance. The trails wind through huge rocky outcrops, beautiful vistas and wetlands all within a gorgeous forested setting. North Road, Rockville. ASRI. org, Nature.org With 88 preserved acres, The Neutaconkanut Hill Conservancy contains the highest hill in Providence (at a staggering 296 feet above sea level), is the largest forested area in Providence and provides breathtaking views of the city from its hilltop meadow. Take the 1.5mile Pinnacle Trail for the gorgeous city view. 675 Plainfield Street, Providence. 401-383-4711, NHill.org If you want to get your sweat on in the heart of nature then head to Kimball Wildlife Sanctuary for the 9.2mile Vin Gormley Trail. This trail will take you around the entirety of Watchaug Pond and runs the gamut of flat sections, rocky areas and plenty of ups and downs.

Make sure to wear good walking or hiking shoes and definitely bring water. Watchaug Pond, Charlestown.

ASRI.org Another challenging hike is Fort Barton in Tiverton. The 83 acres start off with a steep hike from the parking area, followed by a tremendous view of the Sakonnet River atop a lookout tower. Continue along the 3-mile red trail for plenty of ups and downs, wood bridges over streams and chances to see lots of wildlife. Intersection of Lawton Avenue and Highland Road, Tiverton. 401625-6710, Tiverton.RI.Gov

Fall in Love with the View Tucked away in Johnston, Snake

Den State Park contains 1,000 acres of pristine habitat.

Within the park you’ll find beautiful rock formations that are perfect for climbing and a breathtaking overlook (this writer’s favorite fall foliage overlook). Hike along the just-over-two-mile loop through serene wooded areas, wetlands, rocky outcrops, streams and open fields. Depending on the time of day you’ll hear birds chirping, see chipmunks scurrying along stone walls and catch deer grabbing a bite to eat among the native vegetation.

This hidden gem is minutes from Providence, which makes it an easy escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown. It’s also just plain gorgeous, worthy of a drive from any corner of the state.

Small parking lot on Brown Avenue, Johnston. 401-222-2632, RIParks.com

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Care for an ocean view with your hike? Head to Norman Bird Sanctuary. Their seven miles of trails on 325 acres covers everything from steep cliffs, vernal pools (where amphibians lay their eggs), stone walls, geologic formations, pond views and wildlife sightings. Hike along the Red Fox Trail to the Nelson Pond Trail for excellent birding and photo opps. You’ll also get to view Hanging Rock, the highest point in the sanctuary, at a whopping 70 feet. 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown. 401846-2577, NormanBirdSanctuary.org HeyRhody.com

Photography by Grace Lentini

Views for days at Snake Den State Park in Johnston

For stunning forested and bay views head to John H. Chafee Nature Preserve’s property at Rome Point.

The trailhead at the easily accessible parking area brings you to a 2.5-mile loop where you can stroll through a cozy woodland, which leads to a pebbly beach with views of Narragansett Bay and the Jamestown Bridge. You’ll even catch peeks of seals on the offshore rocks at low tide, so be sure to bring your binoculars. Boston Neck Road, Route 1A between Hamilton Allenton Road and Route 138, North Kingstown. RIParks.com

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Fall Events at Frerichs Farm Warren, Rhode Island

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A cure for the wardrobe Blues…

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Visit our store at the Break Hotel in Narragansett

235 Main street, east greenwich • 884-3130 HeyRhody.com

FALL FUN

Curtains Up on Theatre What’s on Rhode Island’s most dramatic stages this season

It’s that time of year again: lights are going up all over the state at local theatre companies. From a legendary hero gone rock and roll to

OTHER DRAMATIC SCENES

laugh-a-minute British farces, here’s how you should be getting your culture this season.

Agatha Christie’s beloved detective Hercule Poirot is back on the case in Black Coffee at the Granite Theatre. One of Christie’s lesser known works, Black Coffee is set in the 1930s and centers on Sir Claude Armory, who discovers a formula for the first atom bomb before being poisoned… You guess how. The show runs September 9-October 2. 1 Granite Street, Westerly. 401-596-2341, GraniteTheatre.com One of the state’s most innovative theatres, The Wilbury Group, stages Ui an adaptation of The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui, from September 15-October 2. This play,

by Bertolt Brecht, is a darkly comedic tale set in 1930s Chicago about the rise of fearmongering leaders. 393 Broad Street, Providence. 401-400-7100, TheWilburyGroup.org From September 15-October 16, the Gamm Theatre stages Arcadia by Tom Stoppard, a funny and engaging who-done-it wherein groups of people 200 years apart attempt to solve life’s mysteries at a British mansion.

172 Exchange Street, Pawtucket. 401-7234266, GammTheatre.org

Beowulf gets the rock star treatment at Trinity Rep

A Legend 1,000 Years in the Making

Photo by Mark Turek

This year, Trinity Repertory Company

kicks off its season with something completely unexpected. Beowulf: A Thousand Years of Baggage is a modern retelling of the epic heroic tale, but set to Tom Waits-inspired rock and roll. In this version, Beowulf still protects the great hall of Heorot from attacks

by Grendel, Grendel’s mother and a fire-breathing dragon – but he does so with a panel of academics analyzing (and overanalyzing) his every move. Existential questions of heroism and purpose follow – set to music, of course. The show runs September 8-October 9, followed by Appropriate, opening October 6, which is a dramedy about the estranged members of the Lafayette family, who return home to their oncegrand Arkansas estate after their patriarch passes away and discovers things about the family they would rather not know. It won the 2014-2015 Obie Award for Best New American Play. 201 Washington Street, Providence. 401-351-4242, TrinityRep.com HeyRhody.com

From September 23-October 16, 2nd Story Theatre stages The Ladies Man, a classic farce by Georges Feydeau. In it, Doctor Hercule Molineaux tells his wife a white lie to cover up a small embarrassment – until, as one expects, all hell breaks loose.

28 Market Street, Warren. 401-247-4200, 2ndStoryTheatre.com With music written by Elton John, Billy Elliot is sure to be an entertaining evening.

Ocean State Theatre stages this contemporary classic about a boy in a working class English town who discovers his love for ballet dancing from September 28-October 23.

1245 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. 401-9211777, OceanStateTheatre.org The Contemporary Theater Company brings Macbeth to life October 14-November 12. One of Shakespeare’s greatest literary achievements is this tragedy, with murderous characters haunted by guilt and ghosts.

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The Fall Arts Season The season is in full swing with concerts, dance performances and art events

One of the best things about the cooling temperatures is that Rhode Island’s arts scene heats up. Make it a point this season to see something

MORE ARTISTIC ENDEAVORS

new, or attend a performance of a group you haven’t seen before. Your sense of culture (and your dinner party small talk) will thank you.

Tiverton Four Corners is hosting its 23rd annual Outdoor Sculpture Park through Columbus Day. The free, open to the public exhibition features work by artists Jerry Ehrlich, Isabel Mattia and James Lawton. 3850 Main Road, Tiverton. 401624-2600, FourCornersArts.org The multi-disciplinary Jamestown Arts Center will host the Manhattan Short Film festival on September 30-October 1. Over 100,000 people will gather in 250 cities around the world to view films with Rhode Island’s ten film selections screening exclusively at the JAC both nights.

The Hoparts 11th Annual Studio Trail is back this year on October 15-16. Artists throughout Hopkinton and adjacent communities open their studios to share their creativity and inspiration. HopArts.org West Bay Open Studios is a unique way to meet 20 South County artists, who open their studios for tours, talks and demonstrations on October 22-23. The tour is self-guided and takes you through East Greenwich, Warwick, Exeter, North Kingstown and Saunderstown.

WestBayOpenStudios.com

Conduct Yourself Accordingly The Rhode Island Philharmonic is one of the state’s greatest artistic resources. Their orchestra comprises 70 professional musicians, playing everything from piccolo to harp to bassoon, under the direction of Music Director Larry Rachleff and Resident Conductor Francisco Noya. While “a night at the Philharmonic” sounds like there are mandatory pinkies up, the performances by the RI Philharmonic Orchestra are anything but snooty. The group offers a Classical Series on Saturday nights at The Vets in Providence, featuring selections from Beethoven, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Brahms and more great composers. On Friday nights before those performances, the Philharmonic has a Rush Hour series, which is a much more casual (and shorter) way to experience live orchestral music. The Rhode Island Philharmonic Music School in East Providence offers lessons for everyone from toddlers to adults who dream of making beautiful music. 667 Waterman Avenue, East Providence. 401-248-7070, RIPhil.org 58

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Festival Ballet starts its 39th season with Hansel and Gretel on October 2930. Their innovative, upbeat “Up Close on Hope” series is back starting November 4 at their intimate performance space on Providence’s East Side. 825 Hope Street, Providence. 401-353-1129, FestivalBalletProvidence.org Hop on the Bristol and Warren Art Night Trolley Tour. The free trolley gives a guided tour of the participating artist spaces, galleries, live music performances and more. ArtNightBristolWarren.org HeyRhody.com

Photography by Mike Braca

The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra performs works by great classical composers at The Vets in Providence

FirstWorks brings innovative, worldclass entertainment to Providence.

This year’s series kicks off on October 29 with Cirque Mechanics, a dynamic troupe of acrobats, cyclists and oneof-a-kind machines. Their season also includes a debut performance by living legend choreographer Paul Taylor. FirstWorks.org

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RhodyDestinations Come by to taste over 50 flavors of our Organic Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars

Destination: South County

“Taste isn’t everything... It’s the only thing!”

4 Brown Street, Wickford • 401 -295 - 5757 www.impressedolive.com • www.facebook.com/impressedolive

Artisan • Authentic Handcrafted

Photo By Allie Mead

Napoletana & New York Pizza

At The Impressed Olive, taste isn’t everything; it’s the only thing. The boutique offers a great selection of highquality olive oils, balsamic vinegars, hot sauces, gourmet condiments and specialty hard-to-find foods. These are not your ordinary oils and vinegars – these are authentic and healthy products that are imported from around the world. Located in the heart of Wickford Village, the shop also offers friendly customer service and a comfortable browsing environment. With a focus on experimenting and learning, customers are encouraged to sample the amazingly tasty products and also learn about cooking with them.

Stop in and taste the difference. 4 Brown Street, Wickford. 401-295-5757, ImpressedOlive.com The pizza at Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana isn’t just delicious, it’s also authentic. The Neapolitan-style pizza – small, thin-crust pies that are quickfired in a wood-burning oven – is an Italian specialty that involves minimal ingredients and expert preparation.

Chef-owner Pasquale Illiano was born and raised in Naples, having learned the technique while working at some of the most recognized restaurants in Italy. In addition to appetizers, salads and pasta, Pasquale’s serves three types of pizza: New York-style, grandma and Neapolitan. The food is made with the best ingredients imported from Italy, and always offering simple yet elegant HeyRhody.com

tastes. 60 South County Commons Way, South Kingstown. 401-783-2900, PasqualesPizzeriaRI.com A South County favorite for over 25 years, The Purple Cow is an eclectic boutique with so much to offer. The large shop, centrally located on historic Main Street in Wakefield, is dedicated to showcasing a wide variety of unique gifts, stylish clothing and diverse accessories from over 300 artists and designers. The jewelry selection features the latest designs from Endless Jewelry, Alex and Ani, Rhode Island artist Jon Campbell and so many others that arrive daily. With something for everybody and every budget – including engraving! The Purple Cow makes shopping fun. 205 Main Street, Wakefield.

401-789-2389, ThePurpleCowCo.net Get a taste for all the amazing culinary options Narragansett has to offer at the upcoming Narragansett Restaurant Week. Running from October 21-30th, the annual celebratory week features some of the area’s best restaurants including Arturo Joe’s, Bed & Bistro, Chair 5, Coast Guard House, Fuel Coffee Bar, George’s of Galilee, PJ’s Pub, Trio, Two Ten Oyster Bar and many, many more.

All of the participating restaurants offer discounted lunch and dinner menus throughout the ten-day event, allowing diners to visit their favorites and try new spots as well. For more information visit NarragansettCOC.com

South County Commons, South Kingstown 401-783-2900 • PasqualesPizzeriaRI.com

Fall RestauRant Week October 21st-October 30th

Join us for a preview of restaurants

kick oFF PaRty Thursday, Oct 20th

ViP Hour: 5-6pm for $45 General admission: 6-8pm for $35

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Local Ingredients.

Craft Cocktails.

KITCHEN & COCKTAILS

“The menu is varied, the presentations are artful, and most of all, the food is delicious.”

Ellen Brown -The Providence Journal

Private room available for small parties. Seasonal porch and patio seating.

Reservations online at www.besoskitchenandcocktails.com or call us at 401-398-8855 378 MAIN STREET, EAST GREENWICH, RHODE ISLAND

Highest Quality, Easiest Access For a List of Patient Service Center Locations: 401-793-4242

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Committed to the latest advances in medical imaging Tel: 401-444-7770

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Seasonal Style

Photography by Grace Lentini

The fall’s most stylish looks for you and your home

Autumnal Touches There are countless ways to incorporate the fall’s exquisite colors into your home. Take for instance this tablescape created by one Coventry family. They’ve maintained a French influence while successfully bringing the outdoors in. Turn the page to find more seasonal style inspirations and head to HeyRhody.com to see the rest of this home.

Federal Hill The Heartbeat of Providence

a juried sales exhibition of alumni & student work

Costantino's Venda Bar & Ristorante

275 Atwells Avenue 401-528-1100 • CostantinosRistorante.com

Dreamy Venice

259 Atwells Avenue 401-499-5575• DreamyVenice.com

Gasbarro's Wines

361 Atwells Avenue 401-421-4170 • Gasbarros.com

Saturday, October 8 10 am – 5 pm

Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen

Benefit Street between Waterman & Hopkins streets

120 Atwells Avenue 401-751-5544 • TheOldCanteen.com

Roma

310 Atwells Avenue 401-331-5000 • RomaProv.net

Siena

238 Atwells Avenue 401-521-3311 • SienaRI.com

Tammany Hall

409 Atwells Avenue 401-831-3180, Find on Facebook

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Venda Ravioli & The Venda Cafe

265 Atwells Avenue 401-421-9105 • vendaravioli.com HeyRhody.com

SEASONAL STYLE

Fall Fashion Talking about the season’s trends with local personal stylists

By Julie Tremaine

How many times have you stood in front of a dressing room mirror wonder-

Define Yourself

ing, “can I pull this off? ” Dressing outside of your comfort zone can challenge your sense of style and your self esteem. Lucky for you, we talked to Rhode Island’s top personal stylists for advice on what’s hot and what’s not this fall.

161 Old Tower Hill Rd., Wakefield, RI www.zerowampum.com - (401)789-7172

Photography by Stacey Doyle

“My favorite trend this season is leather moto jackets with zippers.

Vogue calls it ‘Biker Babe.’ Everything is edgy and tough, but pair those elements with florals or a flowy dress and you have a beautiful balance of naughty and nice. I think every woman should have a leather jacket in her closet for fall. A classic leather jacket is an investment piece, but faux leather is fine and won’t break the bank. I always think in terms of color, pattern, texture and shine – including at least one of each of those elements is the simplest way to create a multidimensional outfit that looks rich and interesting.” –Jill Marinelli, JMStylist.com “There was so much pattern, color and texture on the runways for fall and nothing makes me happier. This truly is a great time in fashion. So many different decades are being channeled by designers that it’s easy to find ways of keeping your look current, while staying true to who you are. Adding a cool pair of jeans with some interesting detail is top on my list. Maybe a ‘70sinspired pair in a wider flare and patch pockets in front, or perhaps a fun metallic finish or details up the side.

Anything that isn’t your basic jean. An off-the-shoulder top is another perfect piece to add to your wardrobe.

Hey Rhody!

To check out on-trend outfits pulled from stores around the state, check out our Fall Fashion section on HeyRhody.com.

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Personal stylist Jill Marinelli pulling looks at Robin B. Clothier in East Greenwich

Shoulders are an easy thing to flaunt without showing too much skin.”

–Gaelen Abt, TheStyleSherpa.com “Updating your wardrobe is a matter of bringing patterns, fabrics, colors and accessories into your wardrobe.

One of my favorite looks for fall is faux fur. On a collar or coat, it can add an element of edge or coziness depending on how you wear it. The fall color palette is full of rich, confident yet calming tones. If you are not a huge fan of color, trying adding a ‘pop’ of fall colors into your wardrobe in a layering tank, handbag, shoe, necklace or any accessory.” –Lisa Shorr, ShorrSuccess.com

“This season, I love brocade, crushed velvet, leather and the color nude. I’m planning to add either a brocade jacket or pant, definitely something in crushed velvet, a leather skirt and I’ve already purchased a fantastic pair of nude suede pumps from JCrew. They are a must have! I recommend adding one or two trends to update your wardrobe quickly. The key is selecting the trend that is true to you.

Not all trends work for everyone.

Everything in your closet needs to support your lifestyle and your career. It needs to reflect the real you.” –Margaret Batting, MargaretBatting.com Fall Guide 2016 |

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Confused about when you should have your first mammogram?

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Rhode Island Medical Imaging, along with national medical organizations, such as the ACR, SBI and ACOG, recommends women have a baseline screening mammogram at age 40 – and ANNUAL screenings thereafter.

Studies show that 75% of newly diagnosed breast cancer patients have NO known risk factors; therefore, all women age 40 and over should have annual screening mammograms to ensure the earliest detection possible.

“First at 40” leads to early detection which is your best protection.

For more information, go to www.rimirad.com/firstat40

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Fall Home Improvement Talking with Interior Designer J. Von Hughes of Westerly’s Renaissance Tile is an important aspect of the kitchen that has both a practical & decorative purpose. The practical is the obvious, to protect the wall and ease of cleaning.

The decorative is to bring in texture, color, and interest to the area. It also “completes” the look of the kitchen. It’s an important addition and investment to the room.

There are several variables that will drive price up like using high-end glass, hand painted or vintage tiles regardless of size but no worries, we are here and look forward to assisting you, offering guidance and answer any questions you may have.

I’m hosting the holidays at my house.

Do I have time to refresh my kitchen before then?

Absolutely. September is the time to look at the interior of our home in preparation for the holidays and upcoming winter months. A significant portion of home interior improvements will include new tile. Whether you plan to revitalize or add a new kitchen backsplash, replace the mudroom/foyer tile, re-do the master or guest bedroom or powder room, or simply add that living room accent wall, it’s time to begin the process! Be sure to start far in advance in order to meet your target dates for completion.

What should I expect to spend on a kitchen tile backsplash?

That’s a tough one. It depends on what you are looking for really. The cost will vary with square footage and materials.

The “average” backsplash is normally just 25-35 square feet. So for example, if you have a 25 s.f. backsplash and let’s say the cost of the tile is $10 per s.f. – (25 sf. x $10) = $250.00 plus grout, thinset & installation. The kitchen backsplash

Tile renovations can be overwhelming. Where do I start?

Hire a licensed builder or contractor.

It’s important to follow your contractor or builder’s advice. They are there to direct you through the process. Most have their own tile installers. Some are more hands-on and will install the tile themselves. Whoever you decide to use, always make sure they are licensed and insured.

Should I pick cabinets first, or tile?

Please explain the design process.

It’s best, but not always necessary, to have decided on your vanity, plumbing, light fixtures and countertop before choosing your tile.

Textures, color, finishes are considered when picking tile so you want to make sure the tile is complimentary, not competing with your furniture or countertops. Once decided, bring a small sample with you to Renaissance Tile Gallery for professional assistance in selecting your tile. Any photographs of the area prior to slight renovations are also helpful in the process. If you do not have a professional tile installer, we will refer one to you.

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Heating air Conditioning Water Heating needs Service and install, conversion from oil to gas, all fuels, and mini-split installation

401-487-2044 • tgomeshvac.com • always a free estimate

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HOMETOWN STORE

FaLL IS COMINg!

BE pREpaREd FOR THE SEaSON

RENAISSANCE TILE GALLERY

Come in and shop our great selection of leaf blowers, generators and more.

Spindrift Village, 271 Post Road (Rt. 1), Westerly 401-322-4080 • www.RenaissanceTileGallery.com

Locally Owned and Operated By Tom Iacobucci 6655 Post Road, North Kingstown • 401-885-1120

Visit the newly renovated 5,000 sq. ft. showroom today!

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Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s A Wrap Keep cozy this season with warm (and fabulous!) fall scarves

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Barrington Books, $24.50 Locations in Barrington and Cranston. BarringtonBooks.com

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Clad In, $315 Locations in Providence and Westerly. CladIn.com

Green Ink, $60 89 Brown Street, Wickford.

401-294-6266, GreenInkBoutique.com

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Feminine Fancies, $85 290 County Road, Barrington.

401-247-1087, FeminineFanciesRI.com

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Hollies on the Ave, $30 60 Maple Avenue, Barrington. 401-245-0090, HolliesOnTheAvenue.com

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Jackie’s Loft, $138 448 Thames Street, Bristol.

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Therapy, $40 235 Main Street, East Greenwich.

401-884-3130, TherapyBoutique.com

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Luli Boutique, $49 782 Hope Street, Providence.

401-369-4332, LuliBoutique.com

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Woodmansee’s, $37 27 Broad Street, Westerly.

401-596-2310, WoodmanseesRI.com

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The Portsmouth Shop, $30 2511 East Main Road, Portsmouth.

401-683-2184, Facebook.com/ThePortsmouthShop

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Zero Wampum, $37.50 161 Old Tower Hill Road, Wakefield. 401-789-7172, ZeroWampum.com

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The Cottage

Courtyards

3847 Main Road • 401-625-5814 www.TheCottageRI.com

3980 Main Road • 401-624-8682 CourtyardsLTD.com

Simon Pearce Vases

Each sand picture is crafted with sands from around the world, creating one of a kind images as you shake and turn

Offering home furnishings and accessories by local artists and specialty imported products that add beauty to any home. With Spencer Peterman wooden bowls, Simon Pearce glassware, furniture designs by Mitchell Gold and and Lee industries, The Cottage carries everything for the avid host or hostess.

Enjoy the feeling of summer all year long with this moving sand art picture. Solid cherry wood, and made in the USA, this piece of art will keep you mesmerized for hours.

Open 7 days a week.

Four Corners Grille

Kathrine Lovell Studio & Gallery

3841 Main Road • 401-624-1510 4CornersGrille.com

3895 Main Road • 401-743-6077 KLovell.com

Bistro Steakhouse Salad

Royal Chrysanthemum Acrylic and copper leaf on birch panel.

8x8 inches.

Come in and enjoy local seafood, produce, microbrews and wines. Try their famous homemade lobster bisque, signature Maryland-style crab cakes or delicious lobster roll. Seating available in the outdoor garden patio or in the cozy dining room.

Kathrine Lovell’s unique paintings combine luminous, elegant images with ethereal patterning and the natural world. One-of-a kind art for the discerning collector.

Open Thursday-Sunday, 12-5pm.

Farmcoast Outfitters

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3879 Main Rd • 401-816-6766 Instagram: Farmcoast_Outfitters

3848 Main Road • 401-816-0999 Gallery4Tiverton.com

Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s Clothing and Gifts

Harry Nadler, “Golden Labryrinth II,” 60x60, oil on canvas, 1979

Salt’s new sister store, Farmcoast Outfitters, features men’s, women’s and children’s sportswear plus a great selection of books, gifts and everything you need for your outdoor adventures!

Opening October 8th, Gallery reception 4-7, “ABSTRACTS & ARTIFACTS” showcasing an inspiring fusion of abstract works from renowned artists with classic and contemporary artifacts. Thru December 23rd

Studio By The Sea

Tiffany Peay Jewelry

3879 Main Road • 401-639-4348 StudioByTheSearRI.com

3851 Main Road • 401-816-0878 152 Mill Street, Newport • 401-619-4411 TiffanyPeay.com

Handcrafted Bottle Openers Visit the studio and see how these classy and clever sculptures open bottles!

These solid bronze bottle openers are designed and tested by Peter Tirpaeck.

Each is individually cast in Rhode Island, and they’re available in red or white bronze. $40.

14K Gold & Tourmaline Crown Rings Beautiful handmade fine jewelry using unusual varieties of gemstones and pearls, complemented with 14k colored gold. Visit the shops or browse the website to experience the jewels. “The Power Of Gemstones.”

Foodies

Artists

Explorers

Something for everyone.

Native American cuisine, art and hidden histories at the Pequot Museum.

American history begins here. Start exploring!

great career moves

start here Working and going to school is a challenging experience. It has to be convenient. We understand. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why we have grown to be one of the largest continuing education programs in the region.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking to accelerate your career, check out our evening and weekend degree programs. One of them just might be your next great career move.

Experience more now to achieve more tomorrow at the Continuing Education division of Johnson & Wales University.

EXPERIENCE MORE NOW.

401-598-2300 ce.jwu.edu

Accounting Applied Psychology Baking & Pastry Arts Business Administration Business Studies Counseling Psychology Criminal Justice Culinary Arts Finance Hotel & Lodging Mgmt Human Resource Mgmt Liberal Studies Management Marketing Operations & Supply Chain Mgmt Organizational Psychology Organizational Risk & Cyber Security Mgmt Restaurant, Food & Beverage Mgmt Tourism & Hospitality Mgmt Computer-Aided Drafting Certificate Criminal Justice Certificate Management Certificate

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CELEBRATE

in our stunning event space, ideal for small or large gatherings.

RELAX

at our bar and terrace with live music and craft cocktails.

DINE

in our restaurant featuring artfully prepared Swiss inspired cuisine.

Reservations: 401.521.3333 // Event Inquiries: 401.400.5833 311 Westminster St Providence, RI rosmarin-ri.com

The new Vinya Test Kitchen features a cutting edge, raw, artfully presented, plant-based cuisine set in the historic Down City area of Providence.

The Test Kitchen’s vibrant menu blends innovative technique with seasonal, local produce and includes many of new Chef Sam Bonanno’s classic raw food dishes.

Vinya offers an intimate, and contemporary atmosphere with twenty seats creating an interactive dining experience like no other in Providence. The open kitchen creates an environment that allows for connecting through food, as well as with your chef.

ENGAGE, DINE, AND EXPERIENCE #RAWPROVIDENCE AT VINYA TEST KITCHEN!

#RAWPROVIDENCE 225 WESTMINSTER ST, PROVIDENCE (401) 500-5189 // VINYA-RI.COM

Autumn Flavors

Photography by Katie Leclerc

Your guide to the tastiest fall treats and foodie happenings

Savor the Harvest

These apple cider donuts are made by Appleland Orchard and are available at Dame Farm and Orchards

We waited an entire year, and now apple cider donuts are finally back. Perfectly cakey and rolled in cinnamon sugar, nothing quite captures the taste of fall like these doughy treats. We stopped by Dame Farm and Orchards in Johnston for our seasonal fix. Turn the page to read all about it.

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Peak of the Season Tasting fruit pies from farms around the state

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The farm’s signature pie, filled with assorted berries, had the irreplaceable natural sweetness you find in the ripest of fruits. When we saw the braided crust and latticed center, we knew it had been baked with love. As one of our staff members said, “it’s like grandma made it.” 915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown.

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“Absolutely luscious,” sighed one of our staff members. This blueberry, peach and cherry pie had the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. The irresistibly flaky, buttery crust was to die for and we all agreed that this pie was truly special. It left us scraping our plates and begging for seconds. 2693 South County Trail, East Greenwich. 401-884-2066

This peach pie had the ying and the yang of tartness and sweetness. The mellow, generously sized peach wedges melted on our tongues and our teeth joyously sank into the pie’s signature soft crust. It made us think it would be the perfect end to any meal. 260 West Main Road, Little Compton. 401-635-0110, YoungFamilyFarm.com

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The best part about this apple pie – apart from the gently cooked apple slices – was the buttery, flaky pastry crust that gave it an ideal crunchy consistency. The light sprinkling of cinnamon and lemon zest also gave the pie a subtle, delicious flavor. 445 Market Street, Swansea. 508-379-0349, FarmFresh.org

Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and apples filled up this unique very berry pie. Its tender crust was totally scrumptious, and the filling, with a hint of cinnamon, made an excellent transition from late summer into the autumn months. 520 Matunuck Beach Road, Wakefield.

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sunset FaRm This very berry pie was berry good indeed. Its beautiful lattice top and homemade look gave way to a thick, chunky filling that was easy to serve and simply delicious. The tart filling was chock-full of tasty berries, with the fresh raspberries particularly standing out. 505 Point Judith Road, Narragansett. 401-742-1191, SunsetFarm1864.com HeyRhody.com

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ot all pizza is created equal. Not all restaurants are, either. Figidini Wood Fire Eatery, on Washington Street in downtown Providence, is a dining experience unlike any other. For starters, there are only two people in the kitchen: pizza chef/co-owner Frankie Cecchinelli, who makes every pie by hand himself, and one grill chef. The two of them make a Mediterranean menu with Greek and Moroccan influences that’s prepared exclusively with an Italian high heat wood fire oven made from volcanic ash and a wood fire grill.

No freezer. No microwave. No deep fryer. “We’re a small, independent restaurant,” says Frankie Cecchinelli, “and cooking with fire is essentially what made us human.”

Figidini’s grill menu changes with the seasons, and highlights local producers like The Local Catch and Runaway Farm (where all of their waste goes back into the compost pile). Think Grilled Imported Roman Artichokes with house-made basil lemonette, Grilled Local Calamari with lemon chili oil, espelette, seared chives and chili threads, and Goat Cheese Salad with Cana de Cabra goat cheese, Ellie’s Bakery focaccia, arugula and house-made imported balsamic reduction.

“We like to showcase a lot of Rhode Island farms, and then oils and cheeses from Europe,” Frankie says.

“It’s a cross of Europe and Rhode Island.”

The menu is designed for sharing. An ideal meal for two at Figidini would be a salad, a few small grill

plates and a pizza, which come staggered out of the kitchen: it’s the ideal scenario for a date, or a casual meal among friends. The pizzas are strictly Neapolitan-style, which means they come to the table uncut, and are meant to be enjoyed right away.

“Our pizzas are light and airy with a wet and soft center, intended for each individual as they are served in Naples,” Frankie says. That means importing Caputo 00 flour, Mozzarella di Bufala from Campania and San Marzano DOP tomatoes that are grown in the volcanic soil of Mount Vesuvius. The dough sits for up to 96 hours, which makes it lighter and easier to digest, and gets baked very quickly in a 1000 degree oven. “When people come here from Italy, they say, ‘This brings me back. You’re doing it exactly right,’” Frankie says. The pizza menu includes options like: Arugula, with fior di latte, prosciutto di parma, extra virgin olive oil and pecorino romano; Cremini, with smoked mozzarella, truffle oil, cured olives and local chives; and Sweet Potato, with goat cheese, caramelized onion, cracked pepper and mozzarella.

But it’s not just about the food. Figidini has a unique bar program, offering unexpected spirits and creative, delicious cocktails. As Frankie says, “We have some of the most unusual Scotch, whiskey and gin in the state.” They offer a seasonal, after-work spirit tasting program with small bites and cocktails. “There’s a little something for everyone,” he explains. Stop in and taste what sets Figidini Wood Fire Eatery apart.

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Pumpkin Pancakes from T’s Restaurant are a fall favorite

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Autumn wouldn’t be complete without the Pumpkin Pancakes from t’s Restaurant. Three fluffy, facesized pancakes are chock full of real pumpkin. Plus, the pancakes are topped with a rich pumpkin butter and dollops of whipped cream, perfect for children (or adults) of any age. Multiple locations, TsRestaurantRI.com Pumpkin spice lattes aren’t just reserved for UGG wearing, legging loving college students. They’re delicious, and the folks at white electric make an exceptional one. They use a pumpkin spice syrup that’s gluten and dairy free, contains no artificial sweeteners or colors, is kosher, nonGMO and vegan. It’s simply added to their stellar espresso and served with HeyRhody.com

milk. 711 Westminster Street, Providence. 401-453-3007, WhiteElectricCoffee.com With apples reaching their peak this season it only makes sense to stop by a farm and grab some apple cider, especially the fresh pressed stuff at phantom Farms.

With a large variety of apples grown right on-site, they take the ripest ones and process them into sweet and tangy cider, perfect for any fall gathering. 2920 Diamond Hill Road, Cumberland. 401-333-2240, PhantomFarms.com The folks over at the duck and Bunny are kicking up fall dining with their savory Butternut Squash Crepioli in a brown butter and sage sauce.

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made out of crepes – you heard us right) are stuffed with squash and cooked al dente. 312 Wickenden Street, Providence. 401-270-3300, TheDuckAndBunny.com Have an urge for a martini this fall? iggy’s Boardwalk offers delicious fall cocktails, complete with the traditional autumn flavors everyone craves. Try the Pumpkin Spice Martini, made with Absolut Vanilla vodka, Baileys Irish Cream and Hiram Walker Pumpkin Spice Liqueur. Is your mouth watering yet? 889 Oakland Beach Avenue, Warwick. 401-737-2895, IggysDoughBoys.com wright’s dairy Farm makes killer desserts. This time of year stop by for their Pumpkin Roll:

pumpkin sponge cake filled with a light cream cheese filling. It’s similar to a Bouche de Noel, except with everything you want in a fall treat. 200 Woonsocket Hill Road, North Smithfield. 401-767-3014, WrightsDairyFarm.com There’s nothing quite like a warm apple cider donut fresh off the fryer.

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Events in Good Taste With fall flavors in full swing, now’s the time to eat your heart out

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october 13: Don’t miss out on South County’s premier culinary event, the taste of southern Rhode island, a dazzling night of food sampling and wine tastings from southern Rhode Island’s best restaurants and culinary masterminds. 21+. $40 in advance, $45 at the door. 5-8pm. Peacedale Mill Complex, 1425 Kingstown Road, Peace Dale. 401783-2801, Web.SRIChamber.com/Events

festivals and restaurant weeks coming up, there are more than enough foodie events to fill up your weekend. september 10-11: The Ri seafood Festival brings together the state’s best seafood, as well as other great food, beer and wine vendors. Plus, there’s a full schedule of live music and activities for the whole family. $5, ages 10 and under are free. Saturday 11am-7pm, Sunday 11am-5pm. India Point Park, Gano Street, Providence. 845-222-7469, RISeafoodFest.com september 10: Indulge in copious amounts of Little Rhody’s official state appetizer, calamari, at the Ri Calamari Cook-off and summer’s end Festival. Watch restaurants compete for the top titles and be sure to vote for your favorite. The event will also include live music, vendors and food trucks. 11am-6pm. Veteran’s Park, Narragansett. RICalamariFest.com september 15-october 15: Ever wondered where the best tacos in Rhode Island are? It’s time to put the debate to rest with the Ri Food Fights 2nd annual taco mania showdown. It’s easy: buy a passport for $20, get two free tacos at every participating taqueria and find out which ones are your favorites. RIFoodFights.com september 17: A ticket to the family-friendly ocean state oyster Festival includes half a dozen locally-sourced oysters, a local micro-brew beer

or glass of wine, live music, food trucks and a shucking contest. Looks like there’s no reason not to go. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. 12-5pm.

South Water Street, Providence. OysterFestRI.com september 22-25: Held at The Elms, Rosecliff and Marble House, the 11th annual newport mansions wine & Food Festival features hundreds of international wines and cooking demonstrations by nationally-renowned chefs. $50-$1,000.

Multiple locations, Newport. 401-847-1000, NewportMansions.org september 23: Along with live music, local restaurant garb and a market, there’ll be over 30 different beers from around the world available for you to try out at the Brews and Blues Beer tasting. Enjoy a full night of brews, blues and fun. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. 321 Atlantic Avenue, Westerly. 401-596-7761, OceanChamber.org september 29: This September, March of Dimes will host their 15th annual signature Chefs auction, where you can indulge in cuisine created by some of the best chefs around Rhode Island, including Sai Viswanath of DeWolf Tavern and Rick Allaire of Metacom Kitchen. Take part in the live and silent auctions as you munch on delicious dishes, all for a great cause. $175. 836 Warwick Neck Avenue, Warwick.

october 15-16: Named one of the “10 Fabulous Fall Festivals on the Coast,” Bowen’s wharf 26th annual seafood Festival offers fresh, local seafood, signature cocktails, cold New England beer and live music beneath the Wharf’s colorful tents.

11am-5pm. 13 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport. 401-8493478, BowensWharf.com now through october 28: Every Friday night from now until October, head to Roger williams park Zoo’s Food truck Fridays for dinner at one (or a few) of your favorite local food trucks.

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Fall RestauRant weeks Restaurant weeks were started to encourage residents and visitors to experience our amazing restaurants at discounted prices. Most participating cities schedule these events twice a year, once in the fall and once in the spring. In each city, 20-100 restaurants partake in the event, offering three-course meals and specials aimed to please many palates and budgets. september 23-october 2: east greenwich’s Fifth annual Restaurant week is a ten-day culinary celebration featuring over 30 restaurants in the area.

EastGreenwichChamber.com october 21-30: narragansett Restaurant week offers ten delicious days of lunch and dinner specials in many restaurants in Narragansett. Selections and pricing are left to the individual restaurants so they may showcase what they do best. SouthCountyRI. com

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Bottoms Up From beer and whiskey to hard cider, area brewers are kicking up their seasonal offerings

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As summer fades into autumn, fruity and sweet drinks begin to dwindle away, while spicy and bold ones come into play. Now’s the time for apple, pumpkin, cinnamon and caramel flavors, reminding everyone that it’s actually tolerable that summer has to come to an end.

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enjoy the Fall Breeze Grey Sail Brewing brews their own Oktoberfest-style seasonal ale, autumn winds, available now through November. Brewed with five premium German malts to create a bready aroma, dense creamy head and brilliant garnet red color, this is a great beer to sip on while sitting outside, enjoying the cool autumn breeze. 63 Canal Street, Westerly. 401-212-7592, GreySailBrewing.com

The Pumpkin Spice Flavored Whiskey from Sons of Liberty captures autumn in a glass

pursuit of hoppiness about oatmeal raisin cookies? Often overlooked because of the raisins, it’s a shame that this cookie doesn’t get as much love as it deserves. For those who agree, check out Crooked Current Brewery for their mouthwatering oatmeal Raisin stout, a dark beer that tastes like a dessert in a glass. 560 Mineral Spring Avenue, Pawtucket. 401-4738312, CrookedCurrentBrewery.com

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Foolproof Brewing Company decided to make a seasonal beer with peanut butter, because why not?

The peanut Butter Raincloud is so uniquely flavorful, and the perfect Halloween beer to drink while eating Reese’s cups and Peanut M&M’s. 241 Grotto Ave #1, Pawtucket. 401-7215970, FoolproofBrewing.com

Revival Brewing Co. knows how to make a strong pumpkin beer unlike any other. With an ABV of 9%, the Bushido pumpkin ale is not for the weak of heart. The beer is made with ginger, lemongrass, rose hips and pumpkin, and fermented with Saki and Octoberfest yeast, creating a unique twist on a classic flavor you need to try this fall. 505 Atwood Avenue, Cranston. 401-372-7009, RevivalBrewing.com

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pumpkin spice with a kick If you’ve ever asked the question “Why are there so many seasonal beers, but no seasonal whiskies?” you’re not alone. Sons of Liberty also had this question, which inspired them to create their pumpkin spice Flavored whiskey. This brewery

really stepped up the fall alcohol game, as each year they invite friends and family to cut, core, roast and press 32,000lbs of pumpkins. Plenty of autumnal spices are also added including cinnamon, clove, allspice, sweet orange peel and vanilla. 1425 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown.

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Farm Fresh If you’re looking for a beer with an authentic pumpkin flavor, check out the Tilted Barn Brewery for their Jack pumpkin ale. This amber colored ale is brewed with pumpkins grown right on their farm – it doesn’t get any fresher than that. With just a subtle hint of spices, the pumpkin and malt are the main flavors in this seasonal brew. 1 Helmsley Place, Exeter. TiltedBarnBrewery.com

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Narragansett Brewing Company brews a German Oktoberfeststyle beer balanced with four varieties of malts and two styles of hops. The gansett Fest lager is the right choice if you are on the lookout for a seasonal beer that is easy to drink, with a rich malt profile that perfectly complements the crisp, hoppy flavor. 461 Main Street, Pawtucket. 401-437-8970, NarragansettBeer.com

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BURRILLVILLE - PRIVATE 8+ ACRES

NEWPORT - “SOUTH WIND”

CHARLESTOWN - BEACHFRONT

HARRISVILLE | GOURMET KITCHEN | WEB ID: 1133651 $975,000 | 401.274.1644

OCEAN DRIVE | GARDENS | WEB ID: 1127181 $2,950,000 | 401.848.2101

CENTRAL BEACH QUONNIE | WEB ID: 1135417 $4,250,000 | 401.348.1999

NARRAGANSETT - PIER

JAMESTOWN - E. PASSAGE ESTS.

WESTERLY - OCEAN VIEWS

JAMESTOWN - VILLAGE

MULTI. FAMILY | WEB ID: 1112588 $839,000 | 401.789.6666

NIKKO STYLE | WEB ID: 1134819 $879,000 | 401.423.3440

MISQUAMICUT | WEB ID: 1133928 $895,000 | 401.348.1999

RECENT UPDATES | WEB ID: 1129175 $439,000 | 401.423.3440

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