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WATCH HILL - OCEANFRONT Maginificent estate on Bluff Avenue overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Perfect for entertaining, includes every amenity. Enclosed widow’s walk with 360 degree views. Seaside veranda overlooking endless white sandy beach. Short walk to village. $11,000,000 401-348-1999
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april 2013
23 This Month 21 Farming the Seas
A closer look at aquaculture in Narragansett Bay
23 Super Kids
Ways to make them happier, healthier and more aware
32 31 So Stylish Chic shopping in Westerly 32 Life/Style 35 Whole Body 36 What’s in Store
41 So Delicious Honest pub fare at the Narragansett CafĂŠ 42 Review 45 Foodie Journal 48 Tastemaker 49 Dining Guide
53 So Entertaining
Every Month
A Charlestown painter is continually inspired 54 Calendar 57 On Stage 58 Art View
60 So approved 9 Letters 10 This month on www.SoRhodeIsland.com 11 SO List
13 So Happening Thoughtful ways to add sustainability to your life
Floral teas awaken our senses
On the Cover: William McClelland is wearing a hat from Polka Dot Panda in Narragansett. Photographed by James Jones.
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vorite of ours here at SO Rhode
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Rudi Hempe Dawn Keable Molly Lederer Andrea E. McHugh Erin Swanson Bethany Vaccaro
Monthly. This month she writes about Ocean State Theatre Company’s production of Race in On Stage. “I am always so excited to experience more of the
Interns Brianna Blank Caley MacDonald Tess Lowe Courtney Melo
Adriana Schepis Nile Schley Lauren Tait
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Kidding Around Your kids probably feel like they already spend enough time in school, and it’s not so easy to engage them in enriching, educational activities outside of that time. Here’s the trick: make it fun. Our annual Kids Issue is filled with suggestions on ways to help your kids grow up smarter, healthier and more aware of the world around them, from learning about
sustainable healthy eating at local farmer’s markets to exploring the cosmos at Frosty Drew Observatory. Who says learning can’t be fun and educational?
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What We’re Liking The Great South County Debate: A mini-debate semi-raged on our Facebook page last month in response to one of the questions from our “Great South County Quiz.” The questions was, “Which one town below is not in Washington (South) County?” Ten possible answers were provided, with the correct one being East Greenwich. There was no doubt about that – there was, however, some dispute about whether it was correct to refer to Washington and South County as one and the same. Reader Brenda
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Great Tastes, Good Deeds SO Rhode Island and the Narragansett Chamber of Commerce once again kicked off Narragansett Restaurant Week with the fourth annual Great Tastes of Narragansett at the iconic Towers. The sold-out event featured 12 restaurants and two food trucks and
was the biggest Great Tastes to date. Music was provided by Jess Powers and Tyler james Kelly, and champagne provided by Mumm Napa Brut Prestige. It raised just shy of $3,000 for the Jonnycake Center of Peace Dale food pantry. www.jonnycakecenter.org
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Come savor the best of the culinary food scene in Rhode Island at the Eat Drink RI Festival from April 19-21. There are different events on different days such as a Truck Stop to benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Cocktail Couture and panels ranging
from a Taste of Terroir to what’s Brewing in Rhode Island. You can either purchase tickets for individual events or an all-inclusive pass. But whatever you decide to attend will no doubt be a tantalizing experience for your tastebuds. www.eatdrinkri.com/festival.
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The Providence Roller Derby girls will be painting the town, or its townspeople, red. Literally. The derby girls will don horns, skates and red dipped paint brushes in their Get Gored For Good Fundraiser
on April 28 that benefits the Amos House. All you have to do is run through downtown Providence while they chase after you in the Spaininspired running of the bulls event. www.getgoredforgood.com April 2013 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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Pound the Pavement Having an association with a running club not only keeps you in shape but keeps you motivated. Turn the page to see how the Jamestown Running Club encourages its runners. April 2013 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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Going the Distance Catching up with the new Jamestown Running Club Many serious runners choose the treadmill over the great outdoors when the weather turns cold, but even an especially snowy winter didn’t stop Sharon Streif from hitting the road in mid-January for the inaugural 5K of the Jamestown Running Club, which she founded after seeing a surprising number of other solo runners out braving the snow and wind in her neighborhood. Believe it or not, a half-dozen or more other runners
in town have been joining Streif and her husband, Matt, ever since on the club’s weekly jogs, skipping just one week on account of a blizzard. The distance is manageable - almost anyone in reasonable shape can run a 5K - and the route - plotted online to avoid traffic and big hills - is scenic, going through the heart of Jamestown village, along the bay and down to the beach. It might be early spring, but outdoor running still requires dedication
- not to mention warm tights, layers, earmuffs and mittens. “I’ve been surprised, because the weather has been terrible, but we’ve had a couple of people who’ve shown up every week,” says Streif. It’s not all hard-core runners, either: some members of the fledgling club are beginners, and a few aren’t even Jamestown residents. “Personally, it keeps me motivated,” to be part of a regularly scheduled club run, says Streif, who belonged to two
running clubs when she lived in Boston. Anyone is welcome to join the Jamestown Running Club, which meets at 9am every Saturday at the Lawn Avenue Elementary School. Future plans include a second weekly run on Wednesday evenings - and perhaps some more formal socializing than chatting over steaming cups of morning coffee in the school parking lot. The route is available on www.walkjogrun.net. Call 423-3289 for more information. –Bob Curley
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November with ten veterans and their guardians. With an estimated 800 WWII veterans dying every day, time is of the essence to give as many as possible a chance to visit their memorial. Wakefield resident Reggie Hazard was on the first trip. Hazard, who was in Officer Class 54 at Ft. Eustis in Virginia, was as impressed by the folks on the trip as the memorial itself. “It was a fantastic experience just being around all these good people,” he says. He traveled with his son Dallas. “It was an honor to accompany my father,” says Dallas. “It was a learning experience, but not a laid back experience by any means. With this organization you can actually see something being given back.” Dallas has reupped and will be escorting another veteran on the next trip. Retired Warwick Deputy Fire Chief Steve Hay was also on the inaugural
Clockwise from Back Left: George Farrell, Steve Hay, Dallas Hazard and Reggie Hazard
flight. “It was a great eye opener, the chance of a lifetime,” he says. Hay is also going to continue to escort veterans on future trips. George Farrell explains that the deep connection of service between the military, police and firefighters make the Fire Chief’s Association a perfect fit to serve as the RI hub for Honor Flight. “I guarantee guardians that this will be one of the best experiences they will ever have.”
The Elks Lodge in Wakefield will be hosting a dinner fundraiser for the Honor Flight Network on April 27 from 5-8pm. All of the proceeds go towards sending veterans to see their memorial. For more information on the Honor Flight Network visit www. honorflight.org or rifirechiefs.com. To make a donation or to attend the fundraiser contact Steve Hay, 2263213. –Marylou Butler
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George Farrell was waiting for a plane in Baltimore when he heard a ruckus coming through the airport. A contingent of WWII veterans was being escorted to their flight amidst a brimming crowd of well wishers. Farrell, a retired Providence fire chief, joined in the shaking of hands and pats on the backs. Asking around, he discovered that the veterans had just spent the day at the WWII Memorial in Washington DC and were returning home courtesy of a program called the Honor Flight Network. “I didn’t know anything about it but I knew I wanted to be a part of it,” he says. Farrell took the idea back to the RI Association of Fire Chiefs (RIAFC) and asked if they wanted to help. The response was immediate and the RIAFC founded a non-profit foundation to become the RI hub for Honor Flight. The inaugural flight from RI took off in
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A Narragansett Family Stays Connected to the Earth
Bowl for a Cause Do you enjoy bowling? Put your spare time to use and come strike out at the Old Mountain Lanes in Wakefield. The Southern Rhode island Volunteers are hosting a day of bowling fun and entertainment you won’t want to miss out on. Bowling with your friends and family is already a blast, so why not bowl for a better cause? Help support SRIV in making significant impacts in the lives of numerous Rhode Islanders. This day of fun and excitement takes place April 17. Bowling, shoes, pizza, soda and one raffle ticket all for $15. Raffle drawing will be held at 2:45pm. For more information visit www. southernrivol.org –Nile Schley
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With Earth Day around the corner, April 22, one can’t help but wonder, what does sustainability really mean to the individual person? How can one incorporate these values into their everyday life? After speaking with Kira Stillwell of the Rhode Island Natural History Survey, whom I have dubbed the green queen for her passionate commitment to sustainable living, I am closer to understanding ways to be more eco-friendly in my everyday life. “It takes more time, and I have more time than money. It’s also a core value thing, as a mom, part of me gave intentional thought and part of it was grown into. Another part of it is that it permeates every aspect of my life,” the Narragansett resident Kira explains. “We don’t eat fast food, we make basically everything from scratch, I don’t even really crave going out – I’d only eat at places where I couldn’t make the food they were serving. There are baby steps people can take to live a more thoughtful lifestyle. I really think that the biggest (perceived) barrier is time,” she says. And it is with her time that she diligently splits her own firewood to use for her wood stove. “There’s something very primal and spiritual about working with wood and bringing it into the house. It’s a nice kind of heat than other fossil fuels and for us, it creates a nice living space,” she says. It’s her fourth full winter she’s burned. And although there is a carbon footprint with burning wood, at least it’s not a fossil fuel and she sources it from less than 20 miles away. Another way she incorporates sustainability
into her life is with her chicken coops. Although she has mixed feelings whether backyard chickens are truly sustainable, she has gotten most of them for free (or hatched them herself) and the coops have all been built out of reclaimed materials – a scavenger’s dream and a scavenged lesson in ingenuity. She never has to buy eggs and, “everyday I go out, I get tickled every time I get an egg. Each egg is different depending on the hen and I thank them for the egg. It makes us closer to our food. It gives you an appreciation for where they come from.” Now, these are some things that take a decent commitment to follow through with. Some smaller ways to incorporate greener ways of living are as simple as fully loading the dishwasher and only using half to three quarters of the recommended amount of soap. Use the light cycle, usually 45 minutes shorter than the regular cycle, and when the cycle is almost over and the dishes are really hot, open the door all the way and pull the drawers out. Voila! Evaporative cooling. Another small thing is buying in bulk. “For example, I’ll buy sausage in bulk, lay them out on a cookie sheet, freeze it and then put it in a freezer bag. This way they freeze separately and you can easily pull out what you need when you need it.” For Kira, it’s all about taking a step back and looking at what she’s doing and why. “It’s a lot about quality of life and the seeking of simplicity, looking at the ebb and flow of life.” For more green tips check out www.thedailygreen.com –Grace Lentini
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hey’re cold, slightly salty, sweet, delicately firm and truly delicious. Oysters are a local favorite when it comes to shellfish. However, oysters do much more than just fill our stomachs and satisfy a craving – their benefits are wide reaching for Rhode Island’s economy and its coastal environment. Perhaps oyster farming isn’t something you think of when you think of Rhode Island, but the industry is growing in the state, reaping both economic and environmental rewards. Although capture fishery production has essentially stopped growing world-wide since the 1980s, aquaculture, the farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, shellfish and even plants, has maintained an 8.3% growth rate, making it the fastest growing form of food production in the world and the fastest growing segment of the U.S. agricultural economy.
An Industry Destroyed
Rhode Island’s oyster industry thrived at the end of the nineteenth century and into the early 1900s. Native oysters populated brackish ponds along Rhode Island’s southern coastline in great numbers. Leases of submerged land were granted for the purpose of culturing oysters, but were difficult for the state to enforce. During this time fishermen from all over the state flocked to salt ponds such as Point Judith Pond in South Kingstown. Fishing laws and limits on oysters were disregarded. Diesel-powered ships began entering Point Judith Pond, dragging the bottom of the pond with metal claws and feeding oysters into a trailing net. After three years of dragging, Point Judith Pond’s once-flourishing oyster population was destroyed. The addition of a breachway in 1910, where the mouth of Point Judith Pond meets Narragansett Bay, effectively negated the possibility of a resurgence of native oysters. A sandbar was dug out to deepen and widen the channel so that large boats could have access to the pond. As a result, a constant supply of ocean water was allowed to enter into the pond, permanently changing the salinity of the water. Although oysters grow fast in salty water, they have better success at spawning in brackish waters
with lower salinity, and are composed primarily of fresh water. The change in the salinity of the pond made it impossible for the few remaining oysters to reproduce fast enough to sustain future oyster fishing. This scenario played out in other ponds in the area as other breachways were created to allow yearround pond-to-ocean access. The hurricane of 1938 added to the devastation of previously thriving salt ponds. The hurricane’s storm surge effectively silted over prime oyster grounds and fishermen finally pulled out of the area. Although a few leases still remained in the state, the oyster industry essentially came to a standstill due the lack of a streamlined lease application process.
Regrowing the State's Aquaculture
Contemporary oyster farming in Rhode Island started slowly in the 1970s and began to grow during the late 1990s. The number of leases and acres farmed increased rather dramatically around the year 2000. With the wild oyster population basically annihilated, farmers cultivate oysters using a variety of techniques – from the most basic method of scattering seeds, or planting oysters at the bottom of the water, to more complex methods involving combinations of racks, polyethylene bags and cages at varying depths of the water column. Most of the farms are located in South Kingstown, Narragansett, Charlestown, North Kingstown, Portsmouth and Block Island. Roughly half of the farms in South County are in coastal ponds, the rest are located in Narragansett Bay, the Sakonnet River and Block Island. While the fishing industry as a whole has suffered over a number of years, oyster farming has continued to grow, even after the country’s economic collapse in 2008. “It’s an industry that’s growing,” explains David Beutel, Aquaculture and Fisheries Coordinator for the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Counsil (RI CRMC). Beutel, who manages leased land, permits for farms, and monitoring of land/farms, says that when he joined the RI CRMC in 2009 there were 34 oyster farms in Rhode Island – now there are 50. Roger
Williams University also teaches aquaculture to students and hobbyists in its oystering programs. “If you think about it, growth occurred during the economic recession and presented an opportunity to people when there weren’t many other opportunities.” Bill Silkes, owner of the American Mussel Harvesters in North Kingstown and Salt Water Farms in Middletown has been successfully growing oysters and mussels in Rhode Island for about 25 years, and concurs with Beutel. Running his processing plant and shellfish farm with the help of his three sons Greg, Adam and Mason, Silkes has seen business continue to grow, even in the face of the recent economic downturn. “The industry continues to grow in Rhode Island, New England and around the world,” explains Silkes. “It’s good for the economy of Rhode Island.” “There’s a greater demand locally for oysters than there’s ever been,” states Graham Brawley, manager of the Ocean State Shellfishing Cooperative. Brawley, who started the co-op with his partner John West in 2008, says the demand for oysters is up. “This year the local market is stronger than other markets.” The cooperative comprises six oyster farms – one farm in Point Judith Pond in South Kingstown, three farms in Ninigret Pond in Charlestown, one farm in Potters Pond in South Kingstown, and one in Narragansett Bay, in North Kingstown. The farms within the co-op work independently but also as a unit, which helps individual farms save costs in shipping and billing and redundancy in licensing and permits. Oysters represent about 98% of the total shellfish farmed in Rhode Island. The $2.8 million dollar oyster industry has helped create and retain traditional jobs in Rhode Island. Silkes’ processing plant and shellfish farm supports 40 families off shellfishing; the Ocean State Shellfishing Cooperative’s six farms employ 1012 part/full time, year-round employees. The economic benefits of oyster farming have a ripple effect for the local economy, as each farm needs boats, docks, gear, equipment, machines — bringing additional business to companies within the state. Oyster farming is not without its skeptics; often, prospective farmers are met with suspicion from the community and the fishing, sailing and boating industries. April 2013 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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“People are afraid of something different,” says Beutel. “People are afraid they’re going to lose something.” Residents close to farms may worry that a proposed farm will cause a loss in property value, that the visual impact of the farm will result in a less appealing view, or that they may lose the ability to fish, boat or swim. “They feel like they’re losing out on some pristine environment,” explains Brawley. In reality, farms usually have little or no visual or physical impact on the waters they reside in. “You don’t see much but that is a good point to make,” explains Beutel, “no user conflicts.”
Positive Environmetal Impacts
Silkes’ Salt Water Farms grows oysters, mussels and an experimental crop of kelp on the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, in Middletown, off Burma Road. Silkes takes small seed oysters, a 1/4” in size, and puts them into fine mesh bags. When the oysters grow to one inch in size they’re transferred into plastic trays. Columns of six trays are suspended in the water column and are connected to a float on the surface along a long line; however, the floats are barely noticeable from the road. There are approximately 40 feet between each long line and all gear is six feet below the surface, allowing
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recreational and commercial fishers, as well as recreational boaters, to travel between the lines. Others fear that fertilizer and/or feed will be used in the farming process, resulting in a negative effect on water quality; in reality, oyster farming does not involve the use of fertilizer or feed and provides invaluable environmental benefits to the state’s salt ponds and shorelines. “People don’t realize the positive impact,” states Silkes. Disease, pollution and urbanization have negatively affected water quality in Rhode Island. Industrial and agricultural runoff, as well as runoff from lawns and golf courses cause algal blooms, which consume oxygen, leading to low dissolved oxygen levels, creating a hostile and inhabitable environment for marine organisms. “The conditions are not great to have a sustainable harvest of wild oysters here,” Beutel explains. “But farming restores a part of the ecosystem that has been missing for a little while.” The introduction of oysters to otherwise barren salt ponds and coastlines helps improve water quality by filtering nutrients, dissolved organics and algae and by removing carbon and excess nitrogen from runoff/fertilization. In abundance, oysters help clarify the water, allowing for deeper penetration of sunlight, which facilitates the development of new eelgrass beds.
Eelgrasses increase oxygen levels, which is a valuable benefit for the ecosystem. “There’s not a reliable supply of naturally available oysters, but if you plant the seed it grows incredibly well,” explains Silkes. Leases are only granted to sites which are void of eelgrass. Many of the farm sites which were once empty and lifeless are now teeming with eelgrass, providing a healthy setting for aquatic life. Juvenile shellfish and fish – including sea bass, winter flounder and tautog (blackfish) – live in eelgrass. “The habitat is perfect for a nursery setting,” says Brawley. In recent years, the Rhode Island Aquaculture Initiative provided funding for projects focused on improving the health and longevity of farmed shellfish, educating students and communities about aquaculture and addressing concerns about environmental effects related to aquaculture. The funding was also meant to help researchers and aquaculturists access aquaculture data and reduce conflicts between aquaculturists and traditional capture fishermen. Roger Williams University’s oyster growing program offers an opportunity for Rhode Islanders to learn about aquaculture. The extension course, which runs every winter from January to March, gets coastal owners involved in the farming process. Beutel teaches participants about regulation, permitting, monitoring and the application process. “There is a lot of suspicion [regarding oyster farming] but I think that is changing,” says Brawley, mainly because of public awareness and education. Brawley says the attitudes of people living near Ninigret Pond is changing as farmers show and explain to residents and boaters what they are doing. “Its positive public relations – they open up as much as they can.” Perhaps the tide is changing in terms of the State’s perception of aquaculture. With increased public education and an ongoing investment in research and technology, aquaculture can only continue to grow in the years to come, ensuring a sustainable industry, and providing economic and environmental rewards for the State of Rhode Island. “We’re always thinking of new ways to do it,” says Silkes, “And that’s the fun part of it. I think the sky’s the limit.”
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Way to Go, Brainiac Nine ways to keep the fun in childhood learning Think Outside the Sandbox Young kids learn through play, but let’s face it - there’s only so much they can gain at the playground. The folks over at Aim High Academy know the key is to keep kids moving, and have a Creative Kids Preschool Enrichment program that keeps the lessons actionpacked. With offerings in science, arts, music, sports and gymnastics, your toddler is sure to gain some knowledge and get his sillys out. 3355 South County Trail, East Greenwich; www.aimhighacademy.com
Hit a High Note The family that sings together stays together, says Barbi Beyer, main crooner at Sing with B Music. A local provider of the popular Music Together program, kids five and under are encouraged to sing, play instruments and enjoy movement activities alongside their mom, dad or grandparent in a relaxed and non-competitive atmosphere. A family play date? Sounds like music to our ears. Classes held at iDance Academy, 640 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown; www.2singingsisters.com
Teach Them Some New Words If your child’s only introduction to a second language is by watching Dora, consider signing her up for lessons. Small Talk USA teaches Italian, French, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese to preschoolers and grade schoolers. With a mix of music, storytelling and movement, your kids will learn about foreign culture in an innovative way. Muy Bueno! Classes held at Pow! Science at the Wakefield Mall; www.smalltalkusa.com
Dine with Class The Mobile Arts Classroom delivers a creative experience for the young ones and for parents alike. The art studio on wheels teams up with Arturo Joe’s in Narragansett on Saturday nights for the ultimate double date. While kids (aged six and up) have a meal and enjoy an art class, mom and dad get to have a quiet dinner. Reservations required; 742-2759, www.mobileartsclassroom.com
Quick: name all the planets. If it took you more than 30 seconds to list all eight, you may consider a family field trip to Frosty Drew Observatory & Sky Theatre. Get an up close and personal look at the solar system on Friday nights, when the observatory is open and free to the public. Ninigret Park, Charlestown; www. frostydrew.org
Get in the Act With all of their role playing and roaming imaginations, it’s no wonder young ones are great students of the stage. The Jamestown Community Acting Theatre Class offers a course for 8-12 year olds, giving junior thespians the shot to perform a play for their family and friends at the end of the four-week training
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session. Starts April 7 at Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley Street, Jamestown; www.jamestownartcenter.org
Tap into Their Animal Instincts If you’re like me, then your kids are obsessed with anything with four legs. From domesticated pets to critters at the zoo, if your kids also love furry friends, check out the Rhode Island 4-H at URI. Workshops range from breeding backyard chickens to basic rabbit care, and all promote hands-on learning and volunteerism. Various locations; www. web.uri.edu/4h
Re-live History Built in 1678, Smith’s Castle is a local landmark and one of the oldest buildings in the state. It’s also the home of
interactive history lessons that both young and old will enjoy. Docents in period costumes lead guided tours of the mansion, making for a virtual walk through history – and a surefire way to keep your kids engaged in education. 55 Richard Smith Drive, Wickford; www. smithscastle.org
Sweeten the Lessons If your kids think baking from scratch involves premade cookie dough, it’s probably time for a sweet dose of reality. Petite Chef offers hands-on baking workshops for kids as young as four and up, and teaches them how to make cookies, cupcakes, cinnamon buns and muffins. With just a few lessons, you just might have your own personal baker. 160 Greenwich Ave., Warwick; www.petitechef.net
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Get Fit (and Fun) Lessons in being healthy that won’t feel like school Om Sweet Om You have to live under Hazard Rock to not know about the health and mind benefits of yoga. What you might not know, however, is that young yogis reap the same whole body benefits while strengthening their coordination and flexibility. Focus Yoga puts the fun in staying fit with a variety of classes suitable for kids aged three to teen. 63 Cedar Ave., East Greenwich; www.focusyoga.com.
Run Around on a Rainy Day April showers will bring some much-needed flowers… and also wet and muddy playgrounds. KidZone in the Lafayette Mill Complex packs the same punch as a playground yet in a dry and clean setting. Room to run, bouncy houses and slides give your kids the gross motor action they crave, all the while keeping them sweaty and silly. 650 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown; www.kidzoneri.vpweb.com
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Sneak in some physical and mental exercise with horseback trail riding at Stepping Stone Ranch. With the lush surroundings of Arcadia State Park and a beautiful and friendly riding partner, kids won’t even realize they are strengthening their muscles, balance and coordination. Giddy up. 201 Escoheag Hill Road, West Greenwich; www.steppingstoneranch.com
the South County Skating School. Eight week sessions, designed by the United States Figure Skating Association, teach children as young as four the ins and outs of ice skating. And with classes offered indoors year-round, it’s the most reliable way to get on the ice. At URI’s Boss Arena, One Keaney Road, Kingston; www.bossicearena.com
the days till our toes touch sand. But before you get those tootsies in the water, be sure your beach babes know at least the basic swimming skills. The YMCA has a range of lessons that will keep your kids paddling, floating and diving. Consider it beach boot camp. Locations in Peace Dale and North Kingstown, www.ymcagreaterprovidence.org
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What better way to get your kids to eat healthier than to have them shop healthier? The South Kingstown Farmers Market is a great place to start, what with all of the locally sourced fruits, veggies, artisan breads and locally raised meat available. Kids will have a blast picking out their own food, talking to those who grew it, and hopefully trying it at home. You’ll never get – or want, for that matter – such a dynamic interaction with Velveeta. Saturdays (through April) at Peace Dale Mills, 1425 Kingstown Road, Wakefield; check www. southkingstownfarmersmarket.org for spring hours and additional locations.
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Kids love to burn off energy, but if you tell them it’s exercise they might be less than excited to. At Olympic Jr., a new initiative at Olympic Physical Therapy, your secret is safe. A colorful room brimming with balance beams, yoga mats, monkey bars and an eight foot rock wall makes it look like all fun and games, but they’ll be working major muscle groups and gaining confidence in coordination. If only our exercise could be that fun. 730 Kingstown Road, A14 (Clock Tower Plaza), Wakefield; www. olympicpt-ri.com April 2013 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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Eyes Wide Open Teach your little ones to be more aware of the world around them Wag The Tail Most non-profit organizations cannot function without the support from volunteers, and the Animal Rescue League of Southern RI is no different. Teens 14 and older are encouraged to help the cause by donating their time to help care for pets, most of which have been previously abused or abandoned. It’s a great way for older kids to gain some hands-on volunteering experience while prepping animals for a permanent home. 506 B Curtis Corner Road, Peace Dale; www.arlsri.org
Feed The Community The Jonnycake Center of Peace Dale’s mission is a big one: to end hunger in our community. It certainly will take a village to tackle such a vision, and that’s why the food pantry is looking at teenagers to pitch in. Teen Jonnycake has a variety of opportunities – from stocking shelves to sorting food and clothing – that allows your children to be a part of the solution. 1231 Kingstown Road, Peace Dale; www.jonnycakecenter.org
Get a Warm and Fuzzy Feeling Westerly Area Rest Meals – also known as the WARM Center – knows that the best way to teach kids about the importance of volunteerism is to let them experience first hand how their efforts impact the lives of others. Volunteers at the center and soup kitchen are encouraged to bring the little ones along to help. To do it on your own time, have your kids help you prepare a meal at home to donate to the soup kitchen. 56 Spruce Street, Westerly. www. warmcenter.org
Scout Things Out The Boy and Girl Scouts are about more than cookies and summer camp – the organizations focus on empowering kids and teaching them the importance
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of service to others. Think community service projects and volunteering with charity organizations and the elderly. But all of that is secondary to what’s clearly the most important part of your kids being scouts: easy access to all of those cookies. Boy Scouts of America Narragansett Council: www.narragansettbsa.org. Girl Scouts of RI: www.gsri.org
Teach Them to Live Green For us, living a greener lifestyle can take effort to learn and implement those changes. With your kids, though, you have an opportunity to establish earth-friendly habits early on that will last a lifetime. The Apeiron Institute for Sustainable Living in Coventry is focused on that kind of education, offering programs to teach kids about preserving the environment through hands-on
activities and games. Getting to explore the 55 acres of edible landscapes and nature trails doesn’t hurt, either. www.apeiron.org
Book It Ever wonder how the library stays so tidy? House elves, obviously. Really, it’s thanks to volunteers of all ages. The Peace Dale Library lets kid helpers get in the organizational act. Sixth graders plus are encouraged to lend a hand after school in the Children’s Room by shelving books and straightening up other items. Wouldn’t it be great if this new sense of organization trickled down to their household chores? 1057 Kingstown Road, Wakefield; www.skpl.org
It’s a Generational Thing There are no better lessons to learn than the ones that come through the wisdom of elders. Youth volunteers are welcome to help around the South Kingstown Senior Center during school and summer vacations. From playing music and making crafts to showing seniors computer tips, it’s a unique way for generations to swap life lessons. 25 St. Dominic Savio Road, Wakefield; www.southkingstownri.com
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Being eco-friendly is about more than using plastic containers and putting your soda cans in the recycling bin – it’s also about creatively repurposing what you already own and reducing your consumption of the world’s resources. Kids in 7th-12th grade are welcome to volunteer at the Earth Day Yard Sale at Hazard School Field in South Kingstown. The April 27 event brings together anyone in the community who wants to sell their extra stuff, and volunteers are needed to help set up and break down. www.southkingstownri.com
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So Stylish | Life/Style
By Andrea E. McHugh
This home balances large open rooms with more intimate spaces
Bright Ideas While Liz Newton and Seth Goldenberg relished life in Providence, the two started to rethink age old city vs. country debate when their now-twoyear-old son Eli started taking his first steps. “Part of why we wanted to move to Jamestown was to have green space to roam around,” says Goldenberg, a RISD grad. Describing their abode in the West Ferry neighborhood an “optimistic and creative environment,” it’s safe to say the family is thriving in their new surroundings. “It’s been a delight,” he says. It’s hard not to fall for the quality of life afforded in Jamestown, which encompasses all 9.7 square miles of Conanicut Island. Natural beauty abounds with cerulean-hued coves, acres of state parkland, bucolic farms and sweeping ocean vistas, while a quaint traditional village with shops, restaurants and galleries are reminiscent of a Norman Rockwell piece – only the buildings predate the 20th
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century painter’s works. “I think Jamestown is one of the last remaining gems in New England, the fact that it is virtually not commercialized,” Goldenberg says. “We compare it to Moonrise Kingdom.” It’s an appropriate comparison considering much of the Wes Anderson film was shot in and around the island. In addition to the surrounding great outdoors, one of the many facets that first attracted Newton and Goldenberg to the home was that it was a blank canvas. “It was an opportunity for us to make it ours,” explains Goldenberg, adding that their previous townhouse in the Renaissance City was significantly smaller. “We moved there to consolidate our business and family life,” he says. The couple has since dubbed what has become their creative compound “The Ideas House,” an appropriate name for what has become ground zero for the Goldenberg design innovation think-
tank. One of the programs of his business is creating “The IDEAS salon,” where executives can come together and be inspired to challenge their way of thinking, be inspired and craft fresh, ground-breaking ideas. But first, the couple sought to design the parlor where the magic could unfold. They turned to Janelle Photopoulos of Fresh Nest Color & Design in nearby Saunderstown to execute their vision. “When Seth and Liz first approached me about designing the parlor, they desired a space that met their functional need as much as their aesthetic one,” Photopoulos explains. The designer had her work cut out for her. While the parlor is the largest room in the home, its excessively high ceilings, expansive 23’ span of floor to ceiling windows along one wall and ample square footage combine to create a cavernous feel. While the open space needed to be preserved for
gatherings up to 20, Photopoulos also had to fashion multiple seating groups for smaller one-on-one conversations. “They looked to me to help the room take on a more intimate feel while addressing the needs of their entertaining lifestyle,” she says. One of her many design solutions was using a 95” long cocktail bench to allow for maximum seating flexibility. “Benches are great because they can be used to break up a larger space and serve two separate seating areas at once,” she explains. As art and color categorically correlate with creativity, Photopoulos methodically chose to leave the walls as a blank canvas and infuse splashes of color via artwork and accessories. “I strategically placed pops of color so the room felt well balanced but wouldn’t overwhelm the art,” she says. “Due to the red-orange tones of the cherry hardwoods, I recommended an analogous
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color scheme of blues and greens that would naturally work well with the fixed hues in the space.” Photopoulos chose bold pieces including a pair of vivid green leather salon corner chairs, two ottomans with a blue and green pattern of fanciful medallions and head-turning modern throw pillows. Though the design wows, there’s something else that inevitably takes center stage: the view. “While one would naturally use fabric to achieve the goal of making a space feel more intimate, we didn’t dare cover up the beautiful view,” she explains. “In fact, it would
have gone against everything Seth and Liz stand for. They love the charm of classic and vintage pieces, but they prefer the clean lines of a modern aesthetic. Curtains would not have been the thing to do in this case.” Now completed, the parlor is as successful as the business leaders who gather there. Though Goldenberg calls the process a collaboration, he is clear that Photopoulos did a yeoman’s job designing critical spaces. “She had a lot of freedom,” he says. “I give her a lot of credit for having the vision.” Though the parlor is dedicated to
the IDEAs collective, other spaces in the home hint at the family’s whimsical side. The open kitchen juxtaposes natural wood cabinetry with stainless steel appliances and hardware - all of which is anchored by a wall color reminiscent of a Granny Smith apple. Eli’s penchant for the children’s book Where the Wild Things Are is apparent and there’s another space coming together that personifies the couple’s commitment to living in an “optimistic and creative environment.” It’s called the Superhero Room, and it’s where Goldenberg says the trio is spending
much of their time these days. “It’s a family and conference room, and Eli has a lot of his toys there,” he says. Designed with Goldenberg’ collection of historic comic book posters, it’s also a place, albeit an unexpected one, for the corporate bigwigs to strategize how to face their biggest challenges. Reveals Goldenberg, “It takes a team of superheroes to take them on!”
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but the friendly people at the front desk assured me that despite its name, you didn’t want to die afterwards. I was surprised to discover that though the class was challenging, there were plenty of modifications available for a first timer. The 30 minutes went by quickly. I felt it the next day, but in a good way. On Sunday morning, I found myself with a room of people energized to start a 9am Pilates class with Debbie. Normally all I want to do at 9am on Sunday morning is scowl at the world, but Debbie’s irrepressible enthusiasm and her music (all the instructors plug their own iPods into the sound system at Luxe) got me going. I loved her blend of Pilates and yoga. She made it impossible to skip anything, simply by being so positive and motivational. I even modified some poses to make them harder (but more to make them easier, if we’re being honest). Feeling pretty great about my workouts so far (it’s hard to leave the group x room and not jump on an elliptical), I was ready for a huge challenge: spin. I had heard it was tough, but I was up for it. Monica fit my bike height to me, and showed me the levels of intensity I’d be changing throughout. It was a lot, but something I’d try again (in a while, after my glutes have a chance to rest). Am I ready? Maybe. The positive energy that radiates out of Luxe is enticing. The really nice part is that they offer a free week trial to try out their Westerly or Wakefield locations. Commitmentphobe or not, it’s worth a look. 55 Village Square, Wakefield. 792-9800, www.luxefitnessclubs.com
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Denise Silva-Navoian owns Polka Dot Panda. After giving up her career as a property manager after her second child, she started sewing and selling her creations online. After two years she decided to open her own store selling her own creations along designer brands.
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What are some trends in kids fashion? For spring and summer, the trend is bright colors. I’m seeing lots of yellows and oranges and comfortable clothing that can take you from school to some sort of occasion – comfortable yet dressy. I wanted to have a lot of day-to-day wear alongside custom designer clothing lines. I see that the fashion is very similar to adult fashion, I think there is more of a comfort level with children’s fashion. But as far as the colors, cuts and overall styles they are very similar. Any advice on keeping your kids out of t-shirts with pop culture icons on them? I would say save these looks for a special occasion. For example, I specialize in customizing birthday shirts where they might want their name on it, age and picture of their favorite animal or icon. These looks can be fun and are great for celebrating special days. What’s the story behind the store’s name?
When I was deciding on a name I wanted something original, visual and appealing to children. Once you have children you sort of become inspired by their whole world. We actually have a mascot of a panda with polka dots (pink and blue) all over him. What’s a fun spring look? For girls I’m seeing a lot of florals and animal patterns such as black and white stripes. One of my favorite lines is Tea Collection – each season they travel to a different part of the world to get inspiration. This year they got their inspiration from Africa so there are lots of animal patterns. For boys it’s the same thing but with nautical -hemed clothing. Lots of tourists come in and want to bring a gift home that tells the story of Narragansett. We have navy blue pullovers that are trimmed with white, some are plain and others have an anchor on the chest. We pair that with khakis or khakis cargo shorts and water shoes or leather sandals. What’s a fun accessory to integrate into a kid’s wardrobe? For girls, it’s jewelry and hair accessories. For boys, ties and hats. Hats are huge, it is hard to accessorize little boys but if you put a little hat on him it really pulls the look together.
Any advice for toning down the crazy fashion ideas kids have? My opinion is that less is more. You want the child to feel comfortable and fashionable all the time. There isn’t a need for sequin on everything. We stay away from iron-on t-shirts and mass produced commercialized clothing. We keep it specialty at a reasonable price. What one thing are you totally obsessed with right now? Right now I’m obsessed with hair accessories, beaded necklaces and shoes. I like being able to dress something up with accessories. We offer custom hair bands by local designers who will customize the hair creation to match the dress. It’s sort of the whole idea behind the store. We want to be able to customize the look to fit any occasion. Polka Dot Panda is open year round and is opening another location in May in Galilee.
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So Delicious | Review
By Linda Beaulieu
Pub Food Done Right A local favorite does the classics to perfection go there to hear Jack Smith and the Rockabilly Planet perform “Tear It Up” as Jack walked on tabletops and the bar, without ever spilling anyone’s drink. Music is still the big draw at this Jamestown landmark, and really good food has been added to the repertoire. New owners (they also own the very upscale Jamestown Fish on the other side of the avenue) have updated the beloved cafe, which attracts an equal share of townies and tourists, but the classic roadhouse ambience is still evident. There are now four flat-screen TVs, lots of nautical touches and a wall of fame dedicated to the musicians who help make the place famous. But the pool table and much-used shuffleboard game remain, as do the shabby chic scuffmarks on the door and walls. It’s still the Narragansett Café that we’ve loved for decades. Back in the day, we spent many a Saturday night at The Ganny – that’s what the locals call it – and it was always packed. Still is, considered by many to be the best neighborhood bar and the best place to hear live music in
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southern Rhode Island. Dropping in on a recent quiet Thursday, we were able to sit at a table next to the fireplace, often lit on cold, damp evenings. The menu is packed with honest pub fare as well as a few fancy dishes, all at very affordable prices, with nothing close to $20, not even the steak dinners. Here are the dishes we have tried – nothing disappointed us. Every now and then I crave chowder and clam cakes, and stuffies if they’re available. Here you can get the Chowder Combo ($6.75), a cup of very good chowder with a couple of clam cakes on the side. Our waitress asked if I wanted oyster crackers for the chowder, but before I could say no thanks, she said: “No, you look like a dunker to me.” Meaning that I would be dunking my clam cakes into the hearty chowder. “How did you know?” I had to ask. “You look like a New Englander to me.” That’s one of the nicest things anyone has ever said to me. And so I dunked a golden brown clam cake and took a bite. The surface was just crunchy enough, and the interior just chewy enough for this lover of clam cakes. The Rhode Island-style Stuffies ($5.95
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for two) consisted of quahog shells packed with a dense combination of finely chopped clams, breadcrumbs and seasonings. A dash of Tabasco sauce was all that they needed. Staying on this nautical course, I had the café’s famous Fish & Chips ($10.95 at dinner, $7.95 for a smaller lunch portion).
The fish, usually cod or haddock, is dipped into a Sam Adams beer batter and then deep-fried. When my fork cut into the generous pillows of fried fish, it revealed a perfectly cooked, supermoist white fish. Beneath the fish were plenty of skinny fries, also nicely done. On the side was a fresh-tasting coleslaw. For appetizers ($4.95 to $7.50), I recommend the gigantic onion rings, the buffalo chicken wings served traditionally with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing, and especially the Steak Quesadilla. The quesadilla is enough for one person as a lunch item, or two to four people as an appetizer. It is loaded with shaved steak, diced tomatoes and peppers, cheddar cheese and black olives with sour cream and salsa on the side. This was one of the most flavorful and satisfying appetizers I’ve ever had. At dinnertime, you won’t go wrong when ordering the Chicken Parmesan ($12.95) served over a large portion of linguine in a pleasing tomato sauce. The boneless chicken breast is pounded to a uniform thickness, coated with seasoned breadcrumbs, pan-fried until golden brown and topped with grated Italian cheese that melts down into the chicken. Another satisfying meal. If you prefer a hearty sandwich at dinner, try the Philly Cheese Steak
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($7.50) or the Gansett Burger ($8.50), served with your choice of potato chips, potato salad, macaroni salad or coleslaw. We found the potato salad to have a bit too much mayo, but the macaroni salad was perfect and brought back memories of family cookouts. In my book, the Philly Cheese Steak is right up there with the Steak Quesadilla. Super-thin slices of beef, fried onions and melted provolone cheese are packed into a large, fresh torpedo roll. Just describing it makes me wish I had that sandwich in front of me right now. The Gansett Burger was just as respectable, eight ounces of ground sirloin grilled to my specifications (medium) and topped with sliced ham and my choice of cheese (cheddar). The ham gave this classic American dish a slightly salty kick. At lunchtime, by all means go for
the deli-style sandwiches ($8) – your choice of ham, steak or turkey, with your choice of cheese and your choice of roll. My fave is the turkey topped with cheddar on a bulkie roll. It’s clear that the Narragansett Café really does offer something for everyone… everything, that is, except dessert. But when we chow down at The Ganny, we can’t even think about dessert. Linda Beaulieu is the author of The Providence and Rhode Island Cookbook, Second Edition available at stores throughout the state.
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Jennifer Brinton co-owns Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island. She and her husband Alan, a home brewing enthusiast, turned his hobby into her business. After two successful years, they continually come up with tasty, new beers. You recently produced a beer for Newport Restaurant Group (NRG). How did that come about? Dan Rivera, our Accounts Manager, was a regular at Trio in Narragansett, and he got some of our beers on tap there. Shawn Westhoven, NRG’s Beverage Director, approached him and mentioned that they were looking to do something different for their seasonal beers – something very drinkable, dark brown, low alcohol by volume and not too bitter. After we made just one test batch, the NRG folks said, “this is it, this is the beer.” What is the name of this special brew? NRG is naming the beer, however, they’re running a contest where patrons can make suggestions. If your
idea is chosen, you’ll win four seats to their fall beer dinner when this beer is brought back for a full release (current supplies are running out). It’s a fun thing to involve their customers in, especially for a small, tight-knit state like Rhode Island. It’s what I love about being here. What are some of your other seasonal beer selections? We have three seasonal beers – Hazy Day Belgian Wit for summer, Autumn Winds Oktoberfest and Leaning Chimney smoked porter for winter. We’ve had several one-time and specialty offerings, with the next one, Tie the Knot, coming out in May in conjunction with Head Brewer Josh Letourneau’s wedding and Providence Craft Brew Week. Which Grey Sail brews are available year-round? We have two year-round beers. Flagship Ale is a crisp, golden-colored cream ale-style beer. Flying Jenny extra pale ale is hoppier with citrusy, spicy flavors and aroma. Right now
we’re playing with recipes for our third year-round beer, which will complement our existing lineup and hopefully be out toward the end of summer. Where can we find this specialty brew? The beer is completely exclusive to NRG and is only found at NRG restaurants such as Trio. It truly is their beer… we brew it just for them. The only exception is if you were to come by our brewery for a tour and tasting and we had some extra on tap.
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By Linda Beaulieu
A Culinary Celebration Rhode Island welcomes a weekend-long food event
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from local officials to open a restaurant on the second floor of his building with plans to specialize in local seafood and produce. He hopes to be open by Memorial Day in May. Mary Carpenter is converting the Galilee Grocery at 2 State Street into a bakery and deli called the Two Gulls Café. The new business will specialize in prepared foods and freshly baked goods. On the other side of Narragansett, Twin Willows at 865 Boston Neck Road has undergone major renovations, including a refurbished deck, a new outdoor bar and improvements to the interior of the popular restaurant. ELSEWHERE IN SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND The former location of Casey’s Grille and Bar at 191 Old Tower Road in Wakefield has another new name – Chophouse Grill. Originally, it was to
be called Rare: Fish and Steak, but the owners wanted to broaden the concept. Pork chops, lamb chops, veal chops and seven new sandwiches are being added to the menu. They expect to open in late April or early May. TLC Coffee Roasters has opened its third location, at the Kingston Emporium at the University of Rhode Island. Other locations are the original TLC Coffee Roasters at 3362 Kingstown Road and the second site at 904 Boston Neck Road in Narragansett. Watch for The Shack, a new taco spot, to open in May in Jamestown. Congratulations to the Ocean House in Watch Hill on being named a five-star resort by the Forbes Travel Guide. Only 76 hotels in the world hold that distinction. Teas and Javas, a new concept from Alex and Ani, will replace the People’s Café at 282 Thames Street in Newport. Expected to open by Memorial Day,
this will be the third Teas and Javas in the state. Open daily from 7am-11pm, this casual restaurant serves breakfast foods, sandwiches, soups, salads, pastries, gelato, organic and fair trade coffees and unique tea blends. Tara’s Tipperary Tavern in Matunuck has been beaten and battered by our winter storms, forcing this beloved pub to close temporarily for repairs. As of press time it’s unclear when the beloved pub will reopen. Stay tuned for details on the Ocean Mist’s plans to celebrate its 25th anniversary in May. The Matunuck beach bar has survived recent winter storms and now has a state-of-the-art kitchen, serving breakfast and lunch every day of the week. If you have news dealing with food, restaurants or chefs, feed it to Linda Beaulieu at Lindab2720@ aol.com. Follow Linda on Twitter @LindaBeaulieu3.
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It’s been a long time coming. Rhode Island will experience its firstever three-day local food celebration April 19-21 in Providence, and restaurants from southern Rhode Island are playing a key role in this much-anticipated event. The Eat Drink RI Festival will take place throughout downtown Providence, which only seems appropriate since the city was recently ranked the number one food city in the nation by Travel + Leisure magazine. More than 40 chefs, farmers, bartenders and food producers will be the stars of the show, sponsored in part by Johnson & Wales University and Daniele Inc., a Rhode Islandbased family business specializing in charcuterie. The festival will kick off with tastings from ten of the state’s best mobile restaurants, with beverages provided by Jonathan Edwards Winery and Narragansett Brewery. Clam Jammers in Galilee and Tallulah on Thames in Newport are among the participating food trucks. Day two will feature four education panels that will explore cooking in Rhode Island, local growers, area wineries and microbrewers. Also on that second day of the festival, a grand tasting will be offered in the grand ballroom of the Providence Biltmore, presented by Providence Monthly (sister publication to SO Rhode Island). Cooking demonstrations will pair top chefs with local farmers to showcase farm-to-fork cuisine. On the third day, the festival will come to a close with a culinary star-studded brunch at Gracie’s, Providence’s only AAA four-diamond restaurant. For more information about the Eat Drink RI Festival or to purchase tickets, visit www.eatdrinkri.com/festival or facebook.com/eatdrinkri. GALILEE GROWS Tim Handrigan, owner of the Ferry Fish Wharf Market at 296 Great Island Road in Galilee, is seeking permission
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Jamestown
JAMESTOWN FISH 14 Narragansett Avenue; 423-3474. Featuring fresh, locally harvested seafood and produce that is artfully prepared, Executive Chef Matthew MacCartney will happily suggest the perfect wine pairing from their extensive list. Enjoy intimate views of Narragansett Bay. D $$$ NARRAGANSETT CAFE 25 Narragansett Avenue; 423-2150. Head to Narragansett Cafe every Sunday from 4-7pm for Sunday Blues. Enjoy live music while you dine on award winning seafood, appetizers and a variety of drink options. Come in any day for soup and a sandwich or burgers and delicious apps, hot off the grill. BrLD $-$$
Narragansett Vetrano’s 130 F Granite Street, Westerly; 348-5050. This southern Italian restaurant and NY pizzaria has been serving South County for over 10 years. Open Monday through Saturday, from 11am-11pm, Vetrano’s also caters. LD $-$$
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SMALL AXE CAFÉ 4820 Old Post Road; 364-3638. Nestled in the gardens of the Fantastic Umbrella Factory, this cozy café focuses on seasonally-inspired dishes with farm fresh ingredients. Be sure to stroll the grounds after dinner. LD $-$$
East Greenwich
BESOS TEA HOUSE 378 Main Street; 398-8855. With a breathtaking interior, this hip spot offers delicious food and a unique tapas menu. Stay for an after dinner drink as the restaurant morphs to a lounge each Thursday night. BrLD $$-$$$
WILCOX TAVERN 5153 Old Post Road; 322-1829. You can find classic New England fare at this historic tavern. Visit on a Friday to enjoy Narragansett Lager Battered Fish and Chips and truly experience coastal Rhode Island dining. D $-$$$
CAPRICE 455 Main Street; 3982900. Indulge your senses at this stylish restaurant and martini lounge. Enjoy pasta, steak, wood grilled pizzas and more, or choose from over 20 elegant cocktails on their martini menu. D $$-$$$
Coventry
SIENA CUCINA 5600 Post Road; 8858850. Siena Cucina features authentic Tuscan cuisine in a warm and lively atmosphere. The extensive menu includes a wide variety of grilled veal, steak and seafood entrees, along with numerous signature pasta and sauté dishes. In addition, Siena Cucina
DRAGON PALACE 577 Tiogue Avenue, Coventry; 828-0100. If you’re in the mood for delectable Chinese or Japanese cuisine, head over to Dragon Palace. They also offer an extensive sushi menu. LD $-$$
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ARTURO JOE’S 140 Point Judith Road; 789-3230. This spot is not your average Joe restaurant. Arturo Joe’s offers an extensive list of delicious traditional Italian dishes in a cozy atmosphere. LD $-$$ BASIL’S RESTAURANT 22 Kingstown Road; 789-3743. Basil’s has been providing South County with fine, upscale French dining since 1984. Their menu features all the classics like coq au vin and escargots bourguignonne, and their wine list is the stuff of legend. D $$-$$$ COAST GUARD HOUSE 40 Ocean Road; 789-0700. This historic waterfront landmark is rebuilding from Hurricane Sandy. Check their website www. thecoastguardhouse.com for updates. LD $$-$$$
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COLVITTO’S PIZZA & BAKERY 90 Point Judith Road; 783-8086. 60 South County Commons Way, South Kingstown 782-2285. For a great selection of fresh calzones, breads and pastries visit Colvitto’s. They also offer fresh hot pizza with your choice of 13 toppings made to order along with pizza strips and party pans. BL $ GEORGE’S OF GALILEE 250 Sand Hill Cove Road; 783-2306. What’s better than indulging in award-winning seafood and watching the sun set over the Sound? At George’s you can dine al fresco,
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MARINER GRILLE 140 Point Judith Road; 284-3282. Not to be missed by seafood lovers, the Mariner Grille is the perfect place to unwind at the end of a long week, with an extensive wine list, a hearty lunch menu and an endless array of delicious seafood offerings. LD $-$$ OCEANSIDE RESTAURANT & BAR 1 Beach Street; 792-3999. Open year round, winter specials include two entrees and a bottle of wine for $22 Monday-Thursday, $7 burger and beer Monday-Friday and $10 pizza and wine Monday-Friday. Daily weekday happy hour from 4-6pm sees half price apps; $2 lobster claws daily. Come in for live music on Thursday nights or brunch on Sunday. BLD $-$$ OLDE LIGHTHOUSE DINER 120 Knowles Way; 284-3883. You can BYOB to this charming diner, which serves large portions at a great price. Stop in before work for some bacon, eggs and pancakes or come in for dinner and try some of their creative dishes. BLD $-$$ SPAIN OF NARRAGANSETT 1144 Ocean Road; 783-9770. The exceptional waitstaff and wide array of authentic Spanish seafood, veal and chicken dishes make Spain of Narragansett the perfect place to dine. The romantic setting and extensive wine list will keep you coming back for more. D $$-$$$ T’S RESTAURANT 91 Pt. Judith Road; 284-3981. With a menu that is creative yet traditional, T’s serves up farm fresh eggs, whole cheeses and homemade corned beef hash and other healthy and delicious bites. Breakfast and brunch is served all day long. BBrL $-$$ TRIO 15 Kingstown Road; 792-4333. A Newport Harbor Corporation restaurant, Trio is a triple-threat restaurant with its innovative menu, inviting European décor and warm, attentive service. A meal of chops, seafood or pasta is the order of the day. Also rave-worthy are the Artisan Pizzas, which come in a variety of flavors and preparations. LD $$-$$$ TWIN WILLOWS 865 Boston Neck Road; 789-8153. Twin Willows is a sports
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North Kingstown
TAVERN BY THE SEA 16 West Main Street; 294-5771. Located in historic Wickford, Tavern by the Sea offers a relaxed yet romantic atmosphere and an array of dishes such as seafood, burgers and a complete kid’s menu. LD $$
Providence
CAV 14 Imperial Place; 751-9164. The New York Times’ choice as one of Providence’s five best restaurants, CAV’s contemporary upscale cuisine is available al fresco for lunch and dinner daily. They also feature weekend brunch. BrLD $$-$$$
Richmond
DRAGON PALACE 1210 Main Street; 539-1112. Whether you’re in the mood for Chinese or Japanese, Dragon Palace has you covered. From classic Chinese like General Tso’s Chicken to fresh sushi and sashimi, they’ve got it all. Now open in Wakefield too. LD $-$$ ERNIE T’S 1219 Main Street, Wyoming; 491-9801. This “wee friendly pub” offers delicious food such as fish and chips, deli sandwiches and pasta entrees in a laid-back, casual environment. They serve dinner until 10pm and offer entertainment. LD $-$$
South Kingstown
BAGELZ 99 Fortin Road, Kingston Emporium; 782-2295. 90 Pershing Avenue, Wakefield; 783-9700. This artsy bakery offers a wide variety of special bagel spreads and flavors. Even better, they also offer delicious desserts, Fair Trade coffee blends and drinks and “Soupz, Saladz & Sandwichez.” www.bagelzthebagelbakery.com BL $ CAP’N JACK’S 706 Succotash Road; 789-4556. For traditional New England fare in a family friendly atmosphere, Cap’n Jack’s is the place – and has been since 1972. Be sure to try their famous chowder or fish and chips. LD $-$$$ LA STRADA CAFÉ & PIZZERIA 920
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Matunuck Beach Road; 284-2253. Using fresh, local ingredients and a wood-fired oven, La Strada prepares impeccable pizza from a generationsold recipe brought to Rhode Island from the Bronx. Come and taste the best. LD $-$$ MATUNUCK OYSTER BAR 629 Succotash Road; 783-4202. This restaurant, which maintains its own oyster farm, prides itself on combining local produce with farm raised and wild caught seafood to make the freshest, most delicious dishes around. LD $$-$$$ STATION HOUSE 3711 Kingstown Road; 783-0800. Located near the University of Rhode Island campus and Kingston Station, Station House serves breakfast and lunch with many tasty home-style options to choose from. BrL $ TARA’S TIPPERARY TAVERN 907 Matunuck Beach Road; 284-1901. For one of the most authentic Irish pub experiences in the state, along with spectacular ocean views, Tara’s is the place. Sample classic Irish fare and delicious pub favorites. BLD $
Wakefield
DRAGON PALACE 733 Kingstown Road; 789-2300. If you’re in the mood for delectable Chinese or Japanese cuisine, head over to Dragon Palace. They also offer an extensive sushi menu. LD $-$$ SMOOTHY BOOTY 254 Robinson Street; 783-4013. Now serving food seven days per week, Smoothy Booty offers so much more than just delicious smoothies. Come in for a specialty sandwich served with plantain chips or a hot bowl of soup. BL $ SWEET CAKES 1227 Kingstown Road, Peace Dale; 789-5420. Sweet Cakes is the perfect place to go to satisfy your sweet tooth. They offer cupcakes, pastries, brownies, tarts and more, guaranteeing you find something you love. L $ TRATTORIA ROMANA 71 South County Commons Way; 792-4933. Italianborn Chef Luciano Canova brings the cuisine of his homeland to the shores of Rhode Island. With comfortable dining at a reasonable price, you’ll think you’re in a Roman cafe. D $$
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1149 1149 Division Street, Warwick; 884-1149. 1149 offers a wide variety of contemporary American cuisine in an upscale, casual setting. Every Monday you will receive half off their entire wine by the bottle list. BRLD $-$$$ NYLO’S THE LOFT RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE 400 Knight Street; 734-4460. Gourmet dining meets urban chic at this spot, offering regional comfort cuisine served either indoors or out, on their mahogany terrace overhanging the Pawtuxet River. BLD $-$$$
Westerly
ELLA’S FINE FOOD & DRINK 2 Tower Street; 315-0606. At Ella’s, diners can expect top quality appetizers, salads and entrees, expertly prepared by Chef Jeanie Roland. Try a pâté or warm goat starter and an organic salmon entree. D $$-$$$ FRA’S ITALIAN GOURMET 57 Shore Road; 596-2888. It’s a pizza parlor, café and deli all rolled into one. Try one of their famous focaccia sandwiches or a classic Margherita pizza – or customize one with your choice of toppings. BL $-$$
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Quack Quack, the Ducks are Back
You can win huge prizes if your duck is the first to cross the finish line
April 27: One of our favorite familyfriendly South County events returns this month and we couldn’t be more excited. Head to Westerly for the 15th Annual Pawcatuck River Duck Race where 20,000 adorable yellow rubber ducks are dumped via truck into the Pawcatuck River for a race that
benefits more than 45 local charities. The event also features children’s games, rides, food and fun in the heart of downtown Westerly. Call to reserve a rubber friend of your own. 11am-3pm; 1:30pm main race. 37 Main Street, Westerly. 596-7761, public. westerlychamber.org. April 2013 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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April April 1-29 The Tomaquag Museum presents Beading Classes. Learn the history of beading and make loop earrings and Comanche weaves over the course of five sessions. $100. Mondays 9-11:30am or Wednesdays 6-8:30pm. 390 Summit Road, Exeter. 491-9063, www.tomaquagmuseum.com. April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Head to Charlestown for the Audubon Society’s Tuesday Morning Bird Walks. Each week, the group meets at the Charlestown Mini Super. No registration is required. Free. 8am. 4071 Old Post Road, Charlestown. 949-5454, www. asri.org. April 3-14 David Mamet’s Race follows three lawyers, two black and one white, as they defend a white man charged with a crime against a black woman. See what happens at Ocean State Theatre Company. 1245 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. 921-6800, oceanstatetheatre.org. April 3, 10 & 24 East Greenwich Library hosts Mother Goose Storytime. This interactive, introductory literacy program is for babies ages 3-23 months. Registration is required. Free. 10:30-11am. 82 Peirce Street, East Greenwich. 885-1699, www.eastgreenwichlibrary.org. April 3-27 Head to The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly this month for A Fresh Palette, showers of color to melt away the cold weather blues by artist Kristie Foss. Opening reception takes place April 3 from 5-8pm. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221, www. westerlyarts.com. April 5, 12, 19 & 26 Stargazers and astronomy lovers rejoice: Frosty Drew Observatory’s Public Observation Nights take place every Friday night, weather
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permitting. Free. 8pm. 61 Park Lane, Charlestown. 364-9508, www.frostydrew.org. April 6, 13, 20 & 27 Every Saturday at Symposium Books ,little ones can enjoy Children’s Story Hour. Parents save 10 percent off of their purchase during this hour as well. Free. 11:30-12:30pm. 247 Main Street, East Greenwich. 886-1600, www.symposiumbooks.com. April 6-30 Head to Hera Gallery to catch a peek at photographs by Alexandra Broches and scupture by Michael Yefko. The gallery is open Wed-Fri from 1-5pm, Saturday from 10am-4pm or by appointment. Free. 10 High Street, Wakefield. 789-1488, www.heragallery.org. April 7 For over 25 years, Piccadilly Circus have been thrilling audiences young and old. Head to URI’s Ryan Center to see an elephant stand on one foot and motorcycle riders take on the globe of doom. 1pm, 3:30pm & 6pm. Ryan Center. 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston. 800-745-3000, www. theryancenter.com. April 7, 14, 21 & 28 Every Sunday night it’s family-friendly Bring Your Own Improv night at the Warwick Museum of Art. Actors instruct audience members to participate to their comfort level. $6. 6pm. 3259 Post Road, Warwick. 261-7678, www.bringyourownimprov.com. April 8 The URI Ryan’s Center welcomes 11-time Grammy Award Winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Bob Dylan plus Dawes. Be sure to get your tickets early as this concert is sure to be a big crowd pleaser. $28-68. $7:30pm. 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, Kingston. 800-745-3000, www.theryancenter.com.
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There Once Was a Poet from South County April 21: Esteemed RI poets Tom Chandler, Darcie Dennigan and Nancy Brown join 92 other poets from all over the world for the 4th annual Origami Poems Project, held this year at The Towers in Narragansett. Enjoy an afternoon of poetry and art, as local artists Maurice Mancini and Craig Crawford will have their works on display. Guests can also look forward to an open mic, music and the event’s signature wine and chocolate bar. It will be a fab affair; head on down… if you dare. Free. 2:305pm. 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett. 782-2597, www.origamipoems.com.
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Director of Ocean State Theatre Company, helms the current production of Race. She aims to stage shows that trigger thoughtful discussion, as she hopes this one will. Rather than define the play’s message on the issue of racial relations, she notes, “I think Mamet’s brilliance is to see all sides of it, and to present it in a very objective manner. And therefore it forces the audience to think about it and make their own decisions about what the piece means.” After five seasons as the producing arm of Theatre by the Sea in Matunuck, Turner and her team recently repurposed a vacant garage in Warwick into an impressive, state-of-the-art theatre. Now in their inaugural season, the group’s new Jefferson Boulevard space provides ample opportunity for innovative staging. During their last show, an energetic production of the rock musical RENT, they used the back wall of the building as part of the set. For Race, Turner expects to minimize the stage and close off the proscenium a little in the process of creating an appropriately intimate setting. “I think David Mamet is really good at writing private conversations,” Turner observes of the playwright’s dialogue in Race. (His rapid-fire, realistic, decidedly adult style is so distinctive that it’s
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Painter Gregor Kammerer describes his landscapes as “part memory, part dream.” His works seem to linger on the fringes of familiarity, sparking a sense of place that’s no more distinctive than the paintings themselves, with their mere hints of sky, sea, shorelines, hills and trees. They are less representations of real places than images inspired by a lifetime spent outdoors in Rhode Island, the Cape, the Adirondacks, northern New England and the Pacific Northwest. For an artist who finds inspiration in the effects that weather has on light, it’s perhaps ironic that Kammerer found the elements too much of a hindrance when he tried to paint outside. And, he adds, “When you paint from photographs, there’s no mystery involved.” The sense of discovery is an ethic that informs all of Kammerer’s work - and also keeps him engaged and focused on his art, even when he’s working on 20 or more pieces at a time. “If you know where you are going, you’re going to be contented; you’re never going to be evolving,” says the Perryville-based artist. “I’ve destroyed a lot of paintings, but in the process there might be an element that takes me in a
direction I’ve never gone before.” Discovery is part of owning a Kammerer painting, too. One of his favorite techniques is creating underlayers of paint. Most of it is destined to remain unseen, like those legendary Rembrandt images. But some shows through to add depth of color or is revealed by the artist himself, who uses a palette knife to scrape down to different color layers to add texture a white base coat exposed to represent foaming surf on a beach, for instance. The technique has been used since the Renaissance but still excites Kammerer, who likens the process to “prospecting” for undiscovered meaning in his work. It’s all part of a career arc that began with matchbook-sized watercolors inspired by the landscapes of Montana to wall-sized diptychs painted inside antique window frames. Kammerer’s body of work also includes some relatively conventional still-lifes (which feature many of the same muted blues and browns he favors in his landscapes), but today is focused more on incorporating found materials and unusual “canvases” to work on - the latter including grainy old maple panels
and curved sheets of metal. “Sculpture and painting are not independent of each other,” he says in describing his most intriguing works landscapes painted on the open pages of antique books. Drawing upon longago experience in building and repairing boats, Kammerer lacquers the books, half-open, until each is a solid and sturdy display piece - essentially painting, frame and stand all in one. His favored layering effect is provided by the pages of the books themselves. Some paintings are painstakingly hand-sanded until the text shows through - in one case, the clefs, notes and bar lines from a music book. A landscape called The Hills of Jerusalem, fittingly, is painted on an old prayer book. “I like when the words come through, because it gives a different dimension to the landscape - the words become part of the surface,” says Kammerer. As with most of his work, the interpretation is left up to the viewer - “like at the end of a novel,” he says. Kammerer’s work can be viewed at the Jesse Edwards Gallery on Block Island and the Charlestown Gallery, as well as online at www.gkammerer.com.
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