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Oceanfront vacation cottage with wide beach and views to Block Island. Three beds, kitchen with pass-through island to great room with cathedral ceilings and sliders to deck overlooking surf and sand. Includes 2 bed guest/rental cottage. Needs updating. $699,900
Build your dream home on this mostly level corner lot directly across from the ocean. Very short walk to the beach or fishing. You’ll enjoy spectacular ocean views and breezes all year round. $450,000 Randall, ext. 104
One level living at the Polo Club – a rare find! Beautiful treed setting abutting Pt. Judith Country Club. Open floor plan, living room with fireplace, screened-in porch, garage. Desirable for year round living or a vacation home. $339,900 Eleanor, ext. 105
Stunning views of Jamestown and Wickford Harbor from every room in this waterfront cottage overlooking Narragansett Bay. This Nantucket style homes sits 10 steps from your own private beach, swimming, and boating. $649,900 Jack, ext. 102
Sunny, airy, and inviting this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home will impress you with its fireplaced living room, family room, and four season room with distant water views. New windows, hardwoods, and minutes to beautiful Narragansett beaches. $349,900 Eleanor, ext. 105
3 bedroom, 2 bath home w/original wood trim/detail & hardwoods. Dining room, laundry on the 1st floor, garage – so much to offer. Perfect for the discriminating buyer who would love to add a personal touch. $249,900 Shirley, ext. 124
Three bedroom, 2 bath home built in 2007. Open floor plan, bamboo floors, deck, fireplace, two car garage. Spacious unfinished above grade basement. Outbuilding offers possibilities. Minutes to ocean beaches. $499,900
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KENNETH COTE RENEWAL CENTER
In memory of Vidal Sassoon 1928-2012
If you don’t look good…
With Vidal Sassoon 1975
Celebrating 35 Years: 1977-2012
As our reputation for providing outstanding services grew, we moved to Hope Street and in 1985 we opened our second location in East Greenwich. We expanded in East Greenwich in 1996 and then again in 2010 and became the Best of Rhode Island salon and spa that you still enjoy today 35 years later.
With Model 1982 But through all the changing styles and fashions, the ups and downs of the economy, six American presidents, the invention of the internet, etc., one thing has remained consistent: our focus on you. Our salon culture is still based on the core principles of teamwork, ongoing education, customer service and outstanding services at reasonable prices. Your salon experience is classic.
I’m Kenneth Cote. I’m a professional stylist, salon owner for 35 years and a father. In 1977, I was a busy stylist trained by my mentor, Vidal Sassoon, in the relatively new technique of precision hair cutting. The Dorothy Hamill wedge and Farrah Fawcett flip were all the rage. When I looked around most salons at that time were still operating as 1950s beauty shops.. not very up-to-date with the latest trends.. not very professional. I decided I wanted to create a different type of salon culture for myself and for other stylists. I wanted to create a new salon experience for Rhode Island clients. So I decided to open my first salon on North Main Street in Providence above a poodle grooming parlor called Puppy Luv!
At Intercoiffure 1994
First Place 1976 It was truly a labor of love. I had a mission. I wanted to enhance the professionalism of the salon industry in Rhode Island and provide fellow salon professionals a work environment that focused on camaraderie, teamwork and ongoing education. And guess what… it worked! I became a guest artist for Redken Labs and had the honor of traveling the world teaching American hairstyling techniques. We did fashion shows and models and politicians and television personalities.. we even styled the hair of the first female President of Ireland!
So visit us today for the first time, or the hundredth time, and experience the culture that helped shape the salon industry in Rhode Island. We were the first and the original and I would argue that we’re still the best. My staff and I will prove it to you each time you visit us so call us soon. Visit our website for special offers and thank you for being part of our amazing journey these past 35 years.
Consulting With Client 2007
Best Salon 2008, 2009, 2010 & 2011 Best Facial 2009 Best Spa 2010 & 2011
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Contents
Photography: Melissa Stimpson
july 2012
33 This Month 33 Fishing for Truth Get an insider look at what it’s like to be a South County fisherman
49 43 So Stylish This Wickford home is a masterpiece in design 44 Whole Body 45 What’s in Store 47 Tastemaker 49 Lifestyle
57 So Delicious Enjoy your oysters on the deck at this South Kingstown hot spot
Every Month 11 Letters 12 So List
19 So Happening Saving money at the market has never been so easy
59 Foodie Journal 60 Tastemaker 63 Review 65 Dining Guide
75 So Entertaining A contemporary new theatre opens in Wakefield 75 Calendar 78 On Stage 81 Art View
84 So Approved Dig your fork into this summertime seafood favorite
21 So & So 26 Social Network
On the Cover: Photography by Melissa Stimpson
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Beautiful handcrafted items made from reclaimed materials by local artisans in Nairobi, Kenya. All sales go back to support the artists and their families. We support local business, formerly homeless individuals, and missions from around the world. Your purchases help to aid great causes.
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vorite of ours here at SO Rhode Island. She has been with us for several years, writing the monthly theater column here and
in
our sister publication Providence Monthly. This month she gives us an inside glimpse at The Contemporary Theater Company in her
From Our Lawn to Your Lawn
column, On Stage. “I am always so excited to experience more of the bustling arts scene in southern RI,”
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EG Photo Laurel Mulherin Melissa Stimpson
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Top 5% in the nation. Only hospital in Rhode Island. HealthGrades, the leading provider of information to help consumers make an informed decision about a physician or hospital, has named Kent Hospital the only hospital in Rhode Island (and one of only 263 in the country) a recipient of the 2012 HealthGrades Patient Safety Excellence Award™ indicating that its patient safety ratings are in the top 5% of all U.S. hospitals.
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Fishing for Stories Finally, the heart (and heat) of the summer is upon us. No doubt you’ll be enjoying some fresh, local seafood from one of our many fine clam shacks and restaurants this month – but did you ever really think about what goes into getting that food from the ocean to your plate? Or, when you’re enjoying a leisurely weekend afternoon in places like Galilee and Snug Harbor, overlooking the fleets of fishing boats, did you ever contemplate what life must be like for the hardworking folks trying to make a
living out there? That’s just what we’ve done this month. Our cover story will take you out on the water and into the lives of several local fishermen (and one fisherwoman) to hear their stories of what it really takes to do one of the jobs that has defined the Ocean State throughout its history. It’s a vital industry that continues to adapt to our changing times, but one thing remains constant: it’s no easy way to make a buck. After that, you’ll probably be ready to taste the bounty of our local wa-
ters. Before you do, be sure to check out our latest review of Matunuck Oyster Bar, or our taste test of that true South County staple: the stuffie. If you prefer a little relaxation after reading about all that hard work, we’ve got plenty for you: from a sunny gallery in Westerly, to a wine expert in Wakefield, to Contemporary Theatre’s latest offerings. So, take some time to learn a little bit more about what’s happening in your own backyard, and then, relax – it’s summer after all. -Julie
Also Coming: KEVIN HART August 24
From Our Readers Namaste and Aummmmm
I just wanted to thank Julie Tremaine very much for the write up [“Your Summer Bucket List,” June 2012]. So many people were telling me they liked the nice picture in SO, and I thought they meant the ad I put in. When I picked up the June Issue, I said, “Whoa!” Thank you again. It came at just the right time, to help with getting the word out for Yoga on the Beach. I really appreciate it. Gina Raheb Natural Fitness Yoga & Fitness
Thank You for Fitting Me In I want to thank you for including my business, A Fitting Experience, in your magazine [“For the Girls,” What’s in Store, May 2012]. The response from your readers was excellent! You are
truly doing a great service by highlighting local small businesses. In this trying economy, we need to be mindful of supporting our local small businesses. Keep up the great work. Wendy Radin A Fitting Experience
One Small Problem I just saw my ad in SO Block Island. It looks great. The only problem is that my store is not mentioned in the shopping section [“Shop ‘til You Drop,” summer 2012]. My old store, 234 Water Gallery and Gift, is mentioned instead – even though it closed three years ago. Jon Block Island Trading Company Editor’s Note: Block Island Trading Company, under the National Hotel on Water Street, sells original Block Island-inspired gifts and home
accessories. You can contact the store by phone at 401-859-1524 or online at www.blockislandtradingcompany.com.
Our Apologies I just picked up a copy of SO Block Island. Though I am very happy to be mentioned in the text, some of the information is incorrect. The webpage listed is old and dated. Also, the tidal ponds are not motor-free. The 700 acres includes New Harbor, which harbors upward of 1,000 motorized boats during the season. Corrie Heinz Pond and Beyond Kayak
NewportComedy.com 800.745.3000 Newport Yachting Center Box Office Produced by Bill Blumenreich Presents & RocJo Productions
Private Sailing Charter Aboard “Victoria” Beautiful 42’ Sailing Ketch Sailing from East Greenwich
Editor’s Note: You can reach Pond and Beyond Kayak by phone at 401578-2773. The mailing address is P.O. Box 1586, Ocean Avenue, Block Island, RI 02807. They offer kayak and paddleboard tours and instruction, including group lessons and instruction for families and kids.
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New dining room, bar, fireplace, patio with firepit!
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events / promotions / good deeds
A Block Party for All Ages
OF GALILEE
Waterfront Seafood Restaurant A Rhode Island Institution since 1948
OPEN DAILY | Port of Galilee, Narragansett 783-2306 • www.georgesofgalilee.com Karen L. McGoldrick, MD FACOG Suzan J. Menihan, CNM MSN
The Wakefield Downtown Merchants Association (DMA) is organizing a Downtown Wakefield Street Festival on Saturday June 23 from 4-9pm. For the first two hours, guests on the Markarian & Meehan lawn will be entertained by a dog/owner costume contest, children’s music, karate
demos and a theatre performance. Between 6-9pm, the festivities move to the Paul Masse Chevrolet lot where you can expect more music, performances and demos. Several shops will be holding sidewalk sales throughout the day as well. www.merchantsofwakefield.com
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Women & Infants Medical Office Building 49 South County Commons Way, South Kingstown
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Times have changed…
Fashion Forward StyleWeek New England (formerly StyleWeek Providence) is gearing up for another week of fashion. Check out the newest fabulous styles by many talented designers including Jonathan Joseph Peters and Peach Carr (both of Project Runway fame). From August 26-September 1, enjoy runway shows, an accessory showcase and an opportunity to chat with local artists and fashionistas. The event will go down inside the swanky and historic Biltmore Hotel in Providence. Go online to buy your tickets, as this is one stylish event that you definitely do not want to miss. www. styleweekprovidence.com/designers.
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Sample spectacular food, lodging, beaches, activity and stores from September 21-23 at A Taste of Block Island. This three-day event will feature gallery openings, shopping discounts, restaurant specials, wine tastings and
activities. There’s something for everyone: history buffs, cooking enthusiasts, gear heads, children and adults alike. Bring your appetite and your sense of adventure. 800-383-2474, www.blockislandchamber.com.
The Newport Art Museum’s Centennial Festivities The founding members of the Newport Art Museum believed that art mattered in 1912, and the powers that be today couldn’t agree more. The museum presents a year of special centennial exhibitions in recognition
of its success. ReCollections/ReConnections: Part II, a pairing of old and new work by artists who have exhibited at the museum over the past 50 years, is on view through August 15. www.newportartmuseum.org.
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A Woman’s Lifestyle Boutique featuring: Eileen Fisher, Habitat, Flax, Jag Jeans, Bryn Walker, Cut Loose, Dansko & More!
Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-6, Sun 11-5
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Come Check Out Our New Summer Arrivals!
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Friday, Saturday, Sunday, August 3rd, 4th & 5th, 2012 Friday 12pm-11pm • Saturday 11am-11pm • Sunday 11am-9pm
FIREWORKS Saturday, August 4th RAIN DATE SUNDAY
DAILY SCHEDULE Marcolites Kites • Amusement Rides Rock Wall Climbing Midway Entertainment Kayak Raffle • Lobster Raffle New iPad & Gas Card Raffle Arts & Crafts Children’s Show • Face Painting Bungee Jumping • Car Show featuring some of the AREA’S BEST SEAFOOD Lobsters • Steamers • Chowders Fish & Chips • Clam Cakes • Raw Bar As well as an array of all types of food for every taste
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let’s get roCkeD AC/DC Tribute Band Friday, August 3rd 7:00-10:30 pm
Bon Jovi Tribute Band Saturday, August 4th 8:00-10:30 pm
Def Leppard Tribute Band Sunday, August 5th 7:00-9:00 pm
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3
CHILDREN’S SHOWS
7:00 to 10:00...ACDC Tribute Band “Dirty Deeds”
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
12:00 to 3:00 ...................................Never Enuff 4:00 to 6:00..............................The Reminisants 8:00 to 10:30......................Bon Jersey (Bon Jovi Tribute Band) All Day ..................................................... Yarina
12:00 to 12:30........................ Airborne Jugglers 12:30 to 4:00.................Fun for the whole family (learn to juggle workshop, balloon twisting) 1:00 to 2:00.............................“Magic of Nancy” 2:00 to 3:00....................................Greg Cooney 3:00 to 3:30............................ Airborne Jugglers 4:00 to 5:00....................................Greg Cooney
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
11:00 to 3:00 ..........................RI Street Rodding Association Car Show 1:00 to 3:00................................Eight to the Bar 4:00 to 6:00.........Jeff Pitchell & The Texas Flood 7:00 to 9:00..............................Let’s Get Rocked (Def Leppard Tribute Band) All Day......................................................Yarina
12:00 to 1:00.........................Bjorn the Magician 12:00 to 4:00.................Fun for the whole family (learn to juggle workshop, balloon twisting) 1:00 to 1:30............................ Airborne Jugglers 2:00 to 3:00...........................Bjorn the Magician 3:30 to 4:00............................ Airborne Jugglers 4:30 to 5:30.............................“Magic of Nancy”
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
“Rhode Island’s Original Seafood Festival!” RV Camping Self-contained units only, no hook ups. $75 fee includes 3 days of camping & entrance to event. Call 401-364-4031 for information and reservations. SPACE IS LIMITED TO FIRST 150. Available WESTERLY SANITATION
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Free Plywood Upgrade on orders placed before 7/31/12 Please visit our showroom to see Cabico cabinetry on display
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Coupon Queen A whole new way to shop smart Karen Wilmes is not an extreme couponer: she’s an expert couponer. The Westerly resident is the author of The Everything Couponing Book and the force behind the wildly popular blog www. kouponkaren.com. Unlike the fanatics featured in TLC’s Extreme Couponing, Karen won’t dive into a dumpster for coupons or stockpile mounds of groceries. She does, however, save a lot of money by shopping smartly. Karen had a career in accounting before becoming a stay-at-home mom to two daughters. She started couponing a few years ago out of necessity. “We were down to one salary and our roof needed repair. I looked for any way to save,” she recalled. Perhaps it was her background that propelled her to excel in crunching the numbers by clipping away. With friends urging her to spill her money-saving secrets – like finding hardto-find coupons online and maximizing loyalty card savings – she decided to start a blog. One thing led to the next, and soon national food companies were looking for partnerships and a publisher approached her on the book. Today she
boasts of an average of 75,000 unique visitors each month. As someone who buys the Sunday paper just for the coupons, I just had to see Karen in supermarket action. She agreed to let me tag along on a weekly grocery shopping trip, so we met at the Stop & Shop in Westerly on a recent Wednesday morning. With her shopping list and coupon organizer in hand, she explained her strategy: She doesn’t care about brands. She only buys items when they are on sale, and especially if she has a coupon on top of the savings. And every type of savings, regardless of how little, adds up. Take for example, bringing in your own shopping bags. Most markets will give you five cents per bag. On our trip, Karen had five with her. “Twenty-five cents a week adds up to a dollar a month,” she pointed out. As she checked off her list, she explained why items were a good buy, and why having a coupon doesn’t always mean you’re getting the best price per unit. Though she had a coupon for a specific type of mandarin oranges, the price per ounce was still pricier than the brand she bought. Another great tip was using
the self-scanner that Stop & Shop now has. Once you scan your loyalty card, a dozen or so extra coupons pop up. What’s even better is you can “stack” a manufacturer’s coupon on top of it. And, most supermarkets will double coupons up to 99 cents. I tried this strategy weeks later on a can of bug spray. The original price was $6.99, and it was on sale for $5. The self-scanner offered me an additional 50 cents off. I had a coupon for 75 cents off, which was eligible for doubling. The total cost ended up at $3, more than half off the original. Each week, she spends about half an hour scanning the supermarket flyer and plucking out coupons that match the sale items. By the time she makes it to the market, she’s on a planned savings mission. For the most part, she stuck to her carefully crafted shopping list and added a few spontaneous yet inexpensive purchases along the way. One was a busted up box of cereal that was on a clearance end cap: “The bag inside is perfectly sealed,” she explained. With a coupon, the box cost her $1 (the non-sale price is $4.29.) Another item was a soon-to-be-
expired package of bakery mini-muffins: “I’ll just throw these in the freezer, and put them individually in the microwave to warm them up.” By the time we made it to the selfcheckout register, she had a cart full of goods. “This is the fun part,” she chuckled, as she pulled out her wad of coupons. Before the sales and coupons, the total was $92.57. With a little planning, a little clipping and a lot of resourcefulness, Karen was able to feed her family of four for a week for a remarkable $48.05. Interestingly, Karen has teamed up with another noted Westerly blogger, Jennifer Leal from www.SavoringTheThyme.com. Through her delectable food blog, Jennifer advocates for healthy and family-friendly cooking. Together, they recently started the “Purse to Plate Series,” where each brings in her expertise to create affordable and healthy meals. Eating well – and well under budget – never tasted so good. For more about Karen’s book or money saving tips, visit www.kouponkaren.com. For more on Purse to Plate, visit www.savoringthethyme.com.
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A new t-shirt line celebrates a shared love of facial hair South Kingstown natives Louis Colavecchio and Sean Cullen are the bearded brains behind Beards With Friends, a kitschy t-shirt line that is hitting South County by storm. “We created Beards With Friends as a place for people to celebrate all that is beard,” Colavecchio says. The idea was born one night last summer on a Matunuck beach, while the two were sitting around a bonfire, spitting off funny one-liners about each other’s beards. “We thought, ‘Hey, we should write these down,’” Colavecchio recalls. At first, jotting down their quips had nothing to do with clothing; they simply wanted to amass a stockpile of “beardspiration” for when friends were thinking of shaving their beards off. After a few months, they created a Facebook page where people could upload pictures and show off their “man manes.” The t-shirts were simply the next logical step.
They came up with a logo and began printing them on shirts of various colors for men and women. Soon, beard owners and lovers of bearded men began sporting the tees around town. How bearded are the two friends? “The longest my beard has gotten is about three inches,” Colavecchio says. “In the winter, it’s wild… it’s tame [in the summer], as a businessman-chic half beard.” According to Colavecchio, Cullen’s beard has been a “majestic four inches and dwarfs what little he has on his head.” He quips that people who have facial hair tend to be very passionate about it: “The greatest thing about having a t-shirt line is the camaraderie we see through it – we love the fact that we give people an outlet to express those feelings.” Beards With Friends t-shirts can be purchased at Silver Tides on Boon Street in Narragansett or online at www.beardswithfriends.bigcartel.com. –Erin Swanson
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Rhode Island author pens the perfect summer thriller Some talents run in the genes. The penchant for writing runs rampant within the Vonnegut clan. Kurt’s cousin Norb Vonnegut, a Narragansett resident, recently released The Trust, a financial thriller that’s the perfect beach read. Norb compares writing novels to managing money. “When I was in the wealth management business, my team managed $2 billion for our clients,” he says. “We asked one question every day: ‘What can go wrong?’” Now, as an author of thrillers, Norb asks the same question – but rather than doing so to protect investors, he does it with the intention of creating a “roller coaster experience for readers who want to lose themselves in another world.” The Trust takes readers on a journey through Charleston, South Carolina, where a Catholic Victims’ Fund’s monies are being grossly misused for sinister purposes. Norb knocked out most of the novel last summer, on his front porch overlooking Narragansett Bay. “I spent a great deal of time on the phone with FBI agents, private investigators with expertise in international financial crimes, a member of the government in the Turks & Caicos and at least one fellow who ran drugs for a living many, many years ago,” he says. Combined with his own financial expertise, Norb’s thorough research turned his “big idea” into a well-executed tale of a nasty villain who “hides behind the first amend-
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include live and silent auctions, dinner, games and prizes. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Tee Up to Cure Diabetes is the second biggest fundraiser of the year for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation of Rhode Island. Call or visit website for registration prices; 738-9898, www.jdrf.org/rhodeisland.
Volunteer ment – specifically, freedom of religion.” For anyone who’s ever contemplating penning a novel, the 306-page book took Norb one year to complete: three or four months for the rough draft and the rest spent on tweaks and re-tweaks. “Writing a novel is more of a marathon than a sprint,” he says. “I’m always editing… 306 pages equals about 10,000 words. I bet that I’ve made, on average, 10 corrections for every word.” Mathematically, then, it took 1,000,000 words to finish this book. All of his blood, sweat and tears were not in vain, as this novel is an intelligent and exciting read from one cover to the other. The book goes on sale July 17. –Erin Swanson
Make volunteer work a part of your summer at Ram Rod Farm in Ashaway, where the therapeutic horseback riding day camp for children with epilepsy, Camp Matty, will be held. Scheduled to run from July 9 to 12, the camp will need volunteers to assist kids with arts and crafts, games, outdoor activities, and (of course) riding the horses. The camp is part of an overall effort by the Matthew Siravo Memorial Foundation to raise awareness of epilepsy, and support families that have children with epilepsy. 7897330, www.mattyfund.org. Save the Bay is looking for volunteers to help on two fronts: during
their Save the Bay Swim event on July 28 (held in both Newport and Jamestown), and to help restore scallops in Narragansett Bay throughout the months of July and August. During the swim, volunteers will be needed to help clean up and break down, distribute T-shirts and medals, check out kayaks, manage food and party tents, and more. The next scallop restoration project will be held on July 13 at the DEM Jerusalem Site, located at 1282 Succotash Road in Wakefield. Volunteers will help find and monitor baby scallops. Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older for both projects. 2723540, www.savebay.org.
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Surf, Sand and… Soccer? Picture this: warm sun on your shoulders, an ocean breeze through your hair, soft sand creeping up through your toes. Absolutely blissful, right? Now combine all of those images with the heart-pumping thrill of soccer. That’s right – beach soccer is making its way to our shore.
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First played in 1992 on Leme Beach, Rio de Janeiro, beach soccer is the latest professional sports craze to hit the Rhode Island coastline. While similar to traditional soccer, beach soccer utilizes the breathtaking beauty of the beach to spice up the sport; if you get too hot or sweaty, take a quick dip in
the ocean to cool off. Finding a beach soccer game is easy thanks to Surfside Soccer, a local organizer of beach soccer tournaments and clinics. Surfside Soccer is currently gearing up for Rhode Island’s first official beach soccer tournament, which will be held during the month of July (the
date is still to be determined). Leading up to the tournament, Surfside Soccer will hold soccer clinics and games on the beach. If you want to work on your tan while working out your body, contact Surfside Soccer and join in the game. www.surfsidesoccer.com. –Dale Rappaneau
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depiction of the life of a fisherman, complete with clear sky sunrises and porpoises leapfrogging in the distance. Then there is the actual life of the modern fisherman in Rhode Island, which means something very different than it did even a few decades ago. The job description no longer simply reads “catching fish.” To thrive, fishermen and women must also be businessmen and women; they must act as engineers, risk takers, problem solvers, lovers of independence and, above all, stewards of the ocean.
It’s not an easy task to schedule an interview with a fisherman. He’ll tell you to catch him on a windy day. But if you’re persistent, he’ll tell you to meet him on a day when he’s docked and working on his boat. This is how I hook Mike Marchetti. Although I
know better, I half expect to find him in the quintessential fisherman garb – rubber overalls and a slicker – as I walk down the dock to Mister G, his 50-foot boat built in Nova Scotia. Point Judith is muggy, and without a breeze to keep them moving, tiny
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black gnats have already begun encircling my head. Mike turns off his Caterpillar engine so we don’t have to talk over the rumbling. “What you put into this business is what you get out of it,” says Mike. A lobsterman for more than 28 years, he has turned heavily to sea scalloping in the last few. Though the summer and into the fall is the time to set lobster pots, Mike isn’t sure if he wants to set any this year. “Lobstering was great in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, then the oil spill happened,” he says. “The price of lobster never really recovered. It’s not easy July 2012 | SO RHODEISLAND
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ride out. Around 6:30am, he will have the first of the day’s eight to ten tows, finishing up right before sunset. Mike tells me that he took his time coming back to shore a few days before; whales feeding and slapping their tails came within feet of the boat and he stopped to watch and let them play. “The weather wasn’t great that day, but in the end, we had a good catch and a good show,” he says. leave Mike and Mister G to drive three minutes up the road to meet Rodman Sykes and Virginia Marise at another Point Judith dock. “I wanted to play second base for the Red Sox, but that just never worked out,” Rodman says with a smile. “But really, I just don’t see myself doing anything other than fishing. Then again, I never have. Why would I ever do anything else? I’m too old now to change my mind anyway.” Rodman has some sea water in his blood; his grandfather grew up in a lighthouse and was a fisherman until the age of 83. Rodman now ties his own 68-foot, fiberglass trawler to the same dock his grandfather tied his wooden boat to almost a century ago. Having gotten into fishing immediately after graduating high school, Rodman has been on the sea for 42 years and has acquired a reputation in the world of cooperative research. “We do a lot of things besides fishing on this boat,” he tells me, “but most of the time, we fish. Cooperative research was just a fill-in to help supplement our income when the quotas got low, but it also keeps things interesting.” In the early ‘90s, the government essentially asked fishermen to give ground fishing a rest and look for alternative things to do in an attempt to replenish endangered fish stocks and regulate commercial fishing. Rodman is now involved in research, experimenting with different sizes of net mesh to minimize by-catch. He’s also working on a project with the URI Graduate School of Oceanography. I’ve caught Rodman and his crew at lunchtime, so they walk me off the dock and down the road to the Drone’s Club, started by Rodman’s
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uncle in 1938 when he gathered wood from Rhode Island’s Great Hurricane of ‘38 and built a one-room shanty. The Drone’s Club today consists of more than I imagine it did 74 years ago. A wooden bar and stools sit before a mini fridge, a small television and a wall donning plenty of Red Sox memorabilia. Now that we’re sitting and eating, Rodman begins to talk more candidly about the reality of cooperative research. “It hurt us in the end when allocations were handed out,” he says. When the government divvied up quotas to fishermen, they used the history of what was caught by each fisherman in the past decade. “Because we did take the alternative to make a living when the government asked us to, we caught less fish in those 10 years than we would have otherwise. In the end, we weren’t treated fairly. Regulations are very necessary, but they’ve gotten to an extreme.” Rodman isn’t alone. Regulations and allocations seem to be in the back of every mind and on the tip of every tongue on coastal New England docks. The quotas have forced fishermen to adapt to being allowed to catch drastically less fish every year and find alternative sources of income. For Rodman, that
In 2001, New England was home to roughly 1,200 fishing boats. In 2009, only about 600 remained. Of the 247 boats that were still active in New England waters as of January of this year, 55 boats account for 61% of the revenue.
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means more cooperative research. For Chris Brown and Steve Arnold of Wild Rhody, that means cutting out the middle man and marketing their catch directly to local restaurants. e needed to find a way to add value to the fish we were catching,” says Steve. Between the two of them, Steve and Chris have clocked in over 60 years on the water. The two lifelong fishermen began Wild Rhody in late 2010 with three intentions: to create more stability for themselves in the quotas they are allowed to catch; to provide fresher and cleaner seafood to restaurants and consumers; and to lead the way in terms of responsible fishing practices. The two began piloting Wild Rhody at Nicks on Broadway, a restaurant in Providence, and word spread within the local chef circle. “We’re just a couple of fishermen who
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started doing this, but now we’ve created a network,” says Steve, “We’re at an inflection point now, where someone needs to be managing the whole operation. With the amount of time it takes to organize all of this, it’s hard to be a fisherman.” Wild Rhody has also partnered with Trace & Trust, which enables customers to track their seafood via www. wildrhodyseafood.com to learn when and where their specific fish was caught, and by whom. In this regard, Steve and Chris are providing the unmatched service of local and fresh seafood with direct traceability. They hold a record of getting a fish from the waters of Point Judith to a plate in just over two hours. They offer cod, summer flounder, monkfish, yellowtail, black sea bass, scup, bluefish and squid, all of which are found in the waters of and around Rhode Island. In early January, Chris suffered the loss of his 55-foot boat Elizabeth Helena when it capsized and sank due to rare tide and wind conditions. He tells me that some of the first people to reach out to him were the chefs involved with buying the Wild Rhody catch. “The experience was both heartwarming and humbling,” says Chris. He is currently working on the Sea Breeze until July when he
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the stereotypical image of a commercial fisher. Having fallen in love with fishing while teaching English in coastal Chile in 2000, she returned to Rhode Island to complete a degree in Marine Affairs at URI, and then got a job on a lobster boat. Since then, she has been lucky enough to obtain a fishing license through a lottery, build herself a 19-foot shellfishing skiff, and complete a master’s degree in Environmental Policy. “It means a lot to me to be a female in this industry,” Sarah says. “It’s something that I’m very proud of. Although it brings along with it a lot of challenges, it also brings a lot of satisfaction. I don’t know why more women aren’t involved with the fishing industry in Rhode Island. There are plenty involved in Alaska.” Sarah believes herself to have been an environmentalist since childhood, eventually seeking out a niche in the environmental community as a young adult. She wanted to refocus conversations about sustainable seafood, being of the opinion that, although sustainable seafood campaigns have made great strides in educating the public on the need to evaluate a species’ stock status before putting it on our plates, they leave out one very key element: the ecosystem. Sarah explains that species do not exist independently from each other, and that we need to work towards eating with, not just taking from, our regional marine ecosystems. “Sustainability needs to be a more complete notion than what it’s currently defined as,” she says. “I came up with Eating With the Ecosystem to showcase the ecological relationships that are often neglected.” Eating With the Ecosystem is a venture aimed at raising awareness about New England’s marine ecosystems through creative, localized dining inspired by science. Sarah is accomplishing this by working with local chefs to design seasonal and ecosystem-based seafood meals, served at one-time-only special dinners. On September 10, Cook & Brown Public House in Providence will host
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Eating With the Ecosystem, focusing on seafood local to the southern New England region. Tickets can be bought online through www.eatingwiththeecosystem.org. Sarah is also working to create a market around under-utilized, invasive species such as periwinkles and slipper limpets. “I’m trying to get people to eat things that are abundant and local,” she says. Much like dandelion greens and Japanese knotweed have found their place on some supermarket shelves, Sarah is at the forefront of creatively and deliciously putting to use the overlyplentiful seafood in our waters. s I ponder what it means, in essence, to be a modern fisherman in Rhode Island, I am reminded of something Rodman told me his father would often tell him: that there are a lot easier ways to make a lot more money than a fisherman will make in a lifetime. So why then do these men and women have such devotion to the occupation? Why do they put up with all the changes in regulations and quotas and continue to get on boats named after their fathers, wives and children day after day? When asked why they do what they do, Mike, Rodman, Steve and Sarah all give variations on the same idea: they simply love being on the water and making a living off the fruit of the sea. I have begun to believe that fishing is a calling, and that the people who are truly meant to be fishermen and women have never really wanted to be anything else. They may do it for different reasons – some love the independence of working outside on the water, while others quest to expand the dialogue around protecting the species in its depths. Some have taken their job description from the boat all the way to local consumers’ plates, and still others find interest in participating in marine research. And although the old romantic ideal of fishing isn’t an accurate depiction of everyday life, there still are days when the sun is rising over a clear sky and porpoises are jumping in the distance.
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Our Little Secret A surprisingly subtle approach to Hollywood’s favorite cosmetic procedure It’s easy to joke about Botox, isn’t it? We all see celebrities who seem to look younger and younger, and we roll our eyes and accuse them of filling up on the stuff. Or maybe it’s someone you know, who suddenly has a frozen, deer-in-theheadlights stare. Sure, the bad cases of Botox, along with the stigma of cosmetic procedures, give it a bad rep. But aren’t we all trying to look better? It’s why you buy nice clothes, or get a new haircut or a manicure. If done right, Botox is a wonderful thing. I had a little done for the first time last year at the beginning of the summer. I was so worried that everyone would know I had it done that I opted for just my crow’s feet and the frown lines between my eyes. But not only did no one notice (including my husband), I found myself telling my friends and co-workers because I was so happy with the results. The simple fix took a few years off my eyes, so much so that I wore less make-up, which was ideal for the hot weather. As the summer approached and everyone else was putting together a bucket list of activities not to be missed, I decided that on the top of my wish list was a whole lot of Botox. This time, I was adding my forehead to the mix. I was still anxious about the outcome when I walked into Facial Aesthesis Center of RI’s East Greenwich office. Dr. Sarah Levy met me in the waiting area and as we walked we chatted a little about ourselves (we’re both moms with young kids). With light instrumental music playing, soft lighting and candles burning, I didn’t feel like I was entering a patient’s room. Dr. Levy, a board certified eye surgeon who also teaches at Brown, was so personable and comforting, I kind of felt like I was just hanging out with
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ago when potter Nancy Klotz opened her store at 95 Watch Hill Road in Westerly. “It was simply called Sun Up to begin with,” Klotz says of Sun Up Gallery, which, in following tradition, she originally named after the land on which she placed her pottery. “My studio is in a place that used to have the plot name of Sun Up Heights,” she explains. After five years in business, a customer told her that since she was having so many shows and ‘meet the artist’ events, she should call her space a gallery. And so she did. “I still have that old Sun Up Pottery sign, too,” Klotz says with a laugh. Sun Up Gallery still hosts shows and artists’ events, allowing customers to get up close and personal with the fine artisans who craft the glass, jewelry, furniture and – of course – ceramics that bedeck the shop, from ceiling to floor. This summer, Klotz is particularly excited to welcome Jay LaCouture, a soda ash fire potter who is a professor of ceramics at Salve Regina. “Jay’s a wonderful artist,” she says, “and an inspirational potter. He recently spent five weeks in China, and he’s come back with all kinds of new techniques to share.” His work will be on exhibit in the gallery all through July. Sun Up Gallery will hold many other trunk shows and special events this summer, including their big 35th anniversary party on June 28, featuring Alberto Parada, who is known for his sustainable fine jewelry. “I’ve been following his career through some other
galleries, and he just seemed like a good fit for us,” Klotz explains of her choice to bring him on for the special event. “He uses a lot of rose gold and has won all kinds of awards. He’s very personable and will be here for the weekend [of the 30th] from Virginia.” She and her trusted staff haven’t taken on a new fine jeweler in several years due to the fact that gold has been so expensive; Parada’s work is clearly very impressive. As for Klotz’s own favorite piece of bling, which she wears currently and has sold in her store, “I love my white topaz ring. It looks like a huge diamond and was done by a jeweler named Patty Daunis who’s from Maine.” Klotz pauses. “It’s the kind of ring where you could walk into a car dealership and they’d say, ‘We’ll trade you a car for that ring.’” One place Klotz might be caught wearing that ring is Sunfire, Sun Up Gallery’s paint-your-own-pottery and mosaic studio, located right next door. “I opened Sunfire… as a way to get kids to start enjoying the craft. Kids are fearless; they know no failure,” she say. In addition to painting platters, frames and mugs, kids and adults can come in for occasional sculpting and throwing workshops and summer classes. A full schedule can be found online. “It’s been 35 wonderful years of interesting people doing beautiful things,” Klotz says proudly. “There’s so much talent here in this little state.” 95 Watch Hill Road, Westerly. 596-0800, www.sunupgallery.com.
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Tell me about your annual Antique and Estate Sale. Our New Orleans Meets South County Antique & Estate Sale is actually a partnership with the store I managed in New Orleans; every year the owner and his wife come to Rhode Island. We will be featuring antique rings and wedding bands, so this is a great place to look for something very unique. We will also offer light appraisals on jewelry. I noticed a great synthesis between those antique pieces and the modern jewelry in your collection. My taste tends to be very architectural and I find that element in a lot of antique pieces. I usually find that art deco pieces tend to be very linear or circular. This seems to be becoming fashionable again and I see it being incorporated into modern jewelry. Mainly, though, I am a stickler for well-crafted jewelry. Craftsmanship is something that I truly value and I look for in both antique and modern pieces. Do you have a preference between antique and modern jewelry? I have no real preference – rather, I
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terfront Victorian, but when Mason had the home built, the water was the last thing he wanted to look at. Spending nearly 40 years at sea, he wanted his home to take advantage of the street view; when he founded the Beacon Oyster Company in 1907 with fellow sea captain Irving Reynolds, he made sure his home was a short walk to the company headquarters, oyster beds and accompanying fleet. Today the area is known as the Pleasant Street Wharf. When Kristin and Mike bought the stately, five bedroom home nearly seven years ago, it was spacious, charming and pleasing to the eye – but less authentic than they would have preferred. “It had had some renovations through the years not consistent with its history. We attempted to bring it back to its historic place.”
Kristin says she and Mike often talked about restoring a period home back to its original glory, but they weren’t exactly in hot pursuit when they stumbled upon the Wickford home. “We were looking for waterfront and I was driving around Wickford wasting time,” Kristin says. A native Rhode Islander, she admits she didn’t know much about the centuries-old fishing village, but like many first timers, instantly fell for its small town allure. Soon the couple was moving their three children in and enjoying the unspoiled harbor views, but it would be years before they decided to start renovations – and they knew they wouldn’t be going it alone. The couple turned to Spencer Cordtsen McCombe Architecture and Design, based in Newport, to liken the home to its most original state.
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good shape from previous renovations, the couple sought to return as much of the floor as possible to original inlaid pine hardwoods. They stripped the existing historically-accurate flooring to bring it to prime condition and replaced other sections for one cohesive look. The pine stairwell was also in need of repair, and Kristin considered painting it for a quaint, glossy aesthetic, but after stripping it, saw the beauty in its flaws. “They’re not perfect, but I like that,” she says with a smile. Another hurdle was recreating the windows to embody their original style, of which there seem to be too many to count. Of course, as any owner of an officially recognized historic home will tell you, the distinction also comes with its own unique set of parameters, which can be equally daunting and costly. Replacing the windows with a more modern, energy-efficient
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model was out of the question. “We duplicated the windows, even down to the wavy glass,” says Kristin, conceding that new storm windows add a layer of efficiency. Duplicating each window was part of the ongoing effort during the multi-year restoration. “The windows were carefully picked to blend with the original design of the home from the street and they also added windows to capitalize on the water views. The exterior eaves and cedar-clad boards and shingles were replicated to match the original design flair,” says McCombe. “The interior built-ins, woodwork and trim took cues from the original style of the home.” McCombe worked with Doug Shear from Middletown-based Newport Housewrights and with Joseph Yoffa Custom Woodworking & Milling of Newport to turn hope and vision into reality. Small treasures, including a chil-
dren’s book from the Victorian era and aged apothecary bottles from a local pharmacy were some of the unexpected finds worked into the home’s décor. Gary Gesualdo of East Coast Designs in East Greenwich and the Wickford Collection’s Toby Aaron and Deb Mehringer helped give the home an authentic but eye-catching aesthetic. The most recent renovation occurred outside the Rollin Mason home’s doors. “We just did the yard and again, it’s a waterfront home, but it’s also a Victorian home. We wanted to retain the integrity of the Victorian and not make it too beachy.” Although they added a pool, the couple ensured the look blended seamlessly into the property. “It’s natural,” she says, crediting Aaron again, who also works with Briden Nurseries and Landscape Management, with giving the home and landscape a cohesive look and feel.
Having such a great experience with the team that restored their home, the couple turned to the same team when they renovated the space at iconic East Greenwich landmark, The Elms, and turned it into the muchloved Besos Tea House, which opened at 378 Main Street in October. The upscale eatery features elegant décor and welcoming atmosphere, which may be why it’s been so well received. Exquisite glass light fixtures, baroque mirrors and warm vignettes define the space as sophisticated sans pretention, just like its delicious cuisine. By all means, both their home and restaurant renovations were daunting, but a good outlook and an even better team made it all possible.
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Are happy days here again? It almost seems that way with all this good news concerning diverse food businesses in southern Rhode Island. Sweet Althea’s is a nifty custom cake design company, located at 232A Sand Hill Cove Road in Galilee. They specialize in cakes for special events, cupcakes and cake pops, using local and organic ingredients when available. The cakes range from classic to out of the ordinary: Strawberry Champagne Cake with Chocolate Ganache Glaze and Pumpkin Cake with Cinnamon Buttercream, to name just two. More than a dozen different cupcakes are offered, from The Classic - basic yellow cake topped with buttercream frosting - to the very creative Salted Caramel, which consists of yellow or chocolate cake, filled with salted caramel and topped with caramel buttercream frosting and a warm caramel drizzle. The clever cake pops are bite-size treats of cake and frosting rolled into a ball and then dipped in chocolate, in designs that run from fun to elegant. Although Sweet Althea’s works by appointment on a year round basis, their shop will be open Wednesday through Sunday through Labor Day for walk-in service. 932-9473, www. sweetaltheas.com JUICY TIDBITS Perhaps some of you remember Raphael Bar Risto, one of the hottest restaurants in Providence a few years back. Ralph and Elisa Conte were the creative forces, merging Ralph’s progressive Italian food with Elisa’s eye for interior design. The two are at it again, this time in Saunderstown, not far from their home in Jamestown. The Plum Point Bistro is their new concept, at 1814 Boston Neck Road, where Sergio’s used to be. The Contes say they are planning
to combine an inviting bistro ambience with a lively bar and open kitchen. The seasonal menu will feature Italian and French-inspired cuisine, utilizing ingredients from local farms and fishermen. A chalkboard will announce daily specials; look for fromscratch pastas and desserts made on the premises. The restaurant will seat 60 in the dining room and 14 at the bar. The outside deck offers another 12 bar seats and several more tables. Plum Point Bistro will be open for dinner only, Tuesday through Sunday. For reservations, call 667-4999. We all remember Wickford Gourmet, a popular store opened in 1981 by Joe and Donna Dube. They were well known for their artisan cheeses, gourmet chocolates and made-to-order gift baskets. The couple sold the business in 2005, and sadly the store closed three years later. The couple continued to operate their Wickford Gourmet Factory Outlet store on Ten Rod Road in North Kingstown. Fans will be thrilled to hear that the Dubes have moved their Wickford Gourmet Factory Outlet store to their original location at 25 West Main Street in Wickford. The South County Hot Air Balloon Festival at the URI Athletic Fields is a summer event not to be missed. This year it will be all the better with the addition of the first Wakefield Rotary Campus Cook-off and State Barbecue set for Sunday, July 22. Locals are encouraged to form a team to compete for cash prizes. The champion will go for broke in the national barbecue competition to be held in Tennessee in August. Entry forms are available at www.wakefieldrotary.org. You can also contact Arthur Faria at budfaria@ yahoo.com or 789-3902. The public is welcome to observe the competition and they won’t go hungry – barbecue food items will be for sale. www. southcountyballoonfest.com.
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WHAT’S NEW Dragon Palace in Wyoming now has a sister operation in Wakefield, located at 733 Kingstown Road (formerly ShamRocks). This beautiful restaurant has a large bar area with pub-height tables and a soothing waterfall. The colorful menu is 16 pages long, with everything you’d expect to see in an Asian restaurant, including sushi. They offer lunch and dinner every day of the week. 7892300, www.dragonpalacewakefield.com. There’s no end to our love of Asian food. Thai 65 and Sushi Bar has opened in Westerly, featuring Thai and Japanese cuisine. 584-7999, www.siamcuisineri.com. Nana’s Ice Cream and Gelato and Candy Bar in the Pier Marketplace has opened a second location at 250 Sand Hill Cove Road next to George’s of Galilee. 782-2705, www.nanasgelato.com. Markos Restaurant has moved from Boon Street in Narragansett to 55 Beach Street in Westerly. 783-9083, www.markoskabob.com. Grub Street, New York magazine’s food and restaurant blog, lists dinner at Jim’s Dock in the village of Jerusalem as one of 50 food pilgrimages New Yorkers
must take this summer. This is what they say: “Jim’s Dock is a summertime tradition, a watering hole where vacationing villagers relax on the docks and watch fishermen catch the evening meal. Clam cakes, creamy New England clam chowder, lobster and stuffed quahogs are staples — but check the board for specials. Sit outside as the boats come and go. Bring your own beer or wine.” If they answer the phone, they’re open. Jim’s Dock is at 1213 Succotash Road, across the channel from Galilee. 783-2050, www.jims-dock.com. There’s a lot going on this month at the Ocean House in Watch Hill. The Independence Day Beach Ball is set for July 6. Bastille Day will be celebrated July 13 with French desserts and wines. That same night (and again on July 20 and 27), a clambake will take place on the beach. A sensory analysis of wine and food is scheduled for July 20-21. For details on these food events, call 5847000. www.oceanhouseri.com If you have news dealing with food, restaurants or chefs, feed it to Linda Beaulieu at Lindab2720@aol.com. Follow Linda on Twitter @LindaBeaulieu3. July 2012 | SO RHODEISLAND
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What wines go with summer grill fare such as grilled chicken and veggies? The smoky character of grilled foods is distinct and quintessential of summer foods. With grilled veggies and chicken, try a South African Pinotage (False Bay $14.99) for red, or a lush Chenin Blanc from the Loire like our Domaine Du Pas Sainte Martin ($14.99). Which pair well with burgers and hotdogs? Try a Zinfandel from Ridge – lush fruit and bold flavors. If you prefer white, try the Chardonnay from Laetitia ($17.99), a staff favorite easily paired with grilled salmon and other fish dishes along with the burger and hot dog menu. Nothing says summer like Rosé. We also currently have over 20 Rosé wines.
Besides wine, what should we be drinking this summer? Wakefield Liquors is one of the first stores in Rhode Island to carry the Mionetto Il Spritz. Fashioned as an Italian aperitivo, and similar to a delightful pre-dinner cocktail such as Campari and soda, Il Sprtitz is slightly sweet, with mouthwatering citrus orange peels and an herbal finish. We are also proud to carry Loyal 9 Mint Cucumber Vodka from the Sons of Liberty Distillery of Peace Dale. Refreshing and aromatic, this vodka will impress your summer guests with a splash of tonic, a squeeze of lime and a garnish of peeled cucumber. On the beer end of things, we carry Westerly’s Grey Sail in the handy aluminum cans – perfect for boat, beach and barbecue. Can you recommend a great warm weather premixed drink? The industry name for such a beverages is “Ready-to-Drink” or RTDs. We recently purchased an RTD called Cayman Jack. Made with organic limes and pure agave, this pre-mixed
margarita is an instant beach or poolside hit. It’s perfectly thirst-quenching, and conveniently enjoyed in a can or a bottle... just add ice. And perhaps a salted rim. What light summer beers can you recommend for us? A summer staff favorite is always the Saison Dupont Ale from Brasserie Dupont in Belgium. Made for farmers or “saisoniers” as early as 1844, this beer is crisp and thirst-quenching, with a citrus note that hits home after a long day at the beach or mowing the lawn. Narragansett’s Summer Ale quickly has become the darling of summer ales for the second season in a row. What should we serve at a Fourth of July barbecue? The 4th is a celebration of our independence. Drink local. Try a dram of Sons of Liberty’s Uprising whiskey. Jane Costanza owns Wakefield Liquors. 667 Kingstown Road, Wakefield. 783-4555, www.wakefieldliquors.com
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For years we’ve been going to 629 Succotash Road in East Matunuck, the location for a series of good restaurants that just didn’t have staying power. But since 2009, it’s been known as the Matunuck Oyster Bar, and it just gets more and more popular with each passing summer. Looks like this one is here to stay. When the restaurant first opened, it was easy to just stroll in and grab an available table on the large deck overlooking Potter Pond, where succulent Matunuck oysters are farm-raised by owner Perry Raso. Back then, it was more of a seafood market that also served food from a limited menu. The market is gone now, replaced with a busy raw bar; there are many more tables for indoor dining and an extensive lunch and dinner menu. Raso and his prized oysters can still be found at local farmer’s markets. Last summer, we tried to dine at Matunuck Oyster Bar for a special occasion. It was mid-week, and we thought we’d have no trouble getting in. As we neared the waterfront restaurant, we saw that the parking lot was jammed, and we were stunned to see that free valet parking was offered – rather unusual for a humble coastal dining establishment. The deck and patio were packed with people. Dreading a long wait (we were very hungry), we ended up going elsewhere. This year, we bravely headed back, and on a Saturday night at that. We handed our car over to a valet and made our way to the hostess station, where we were told it would be at least two hours before a table would be available. This time, we weren’t scared off with that bit of news. We simply headed over to the outdoor bar, ordered up some drinks and
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joined the fun. For that’s what it is at Matunuck Oyster Bar, a wonderful summer scene of tanned legs and sun-kissed faces, designer sunglasses and khaki shorts, polo shirts and strappy sandals. From late in the afternoon until closing time, especially on those perfect summer evenings, it’s party time: Bring on the ice-cold beer, well-chilled white wine, and margaritas. We wandered around the crowded patio and found an available corner where we shared a large wooden picnic table with three 20-something couples. Thankfully, you can order appetizers from the raw bar while you wait for your table. The strictly local menu offers littlenecks and cherrystones ($1.75 each) and a wide variety of oysters ($1.85 each), all expertly shucked and served on the half shell over crushed ice. Jumbo shrimp are $2.85 each. Two sampler platters are available: an assortment of 12 local oysters ($21.95), and the Islander ($38.95), an extravagant assortment of 12 oysters, six littlenecks and four cocktail shrimp. For our party of three, we went with the Islander. Our guest that night eyed the raw shellfish and admitted that she had never had an oyster or a cherrystone. But Sue is a big fan of seafood, especially lobster, and we encouraged her to try one. She described that first oyster as “a little slimy,” but went back for another, and then another. That night the oysters included Matunucks, East Beach Blondes and Moonstones – small, medium and large in size, with varying degrees of briny flavor. Surrounded by lots of laughter and the clinking of ice in frosty glasses, with the freshest shellfish in hand and plenty to
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talk about, the time went by at an agreeable pace. Less than two hours after giving our name to the hostess, we were summoned inside, confirming my theory that they always exaggerate how long you will have to wait – that way you’re a happy guest when your name is suddenly called. Inside, the restaurant is L-shaped, with the best seating to the left of the busy raw bar. That small dining area affords you a view of the pond at sunset, with kayakers gliding by, as well as all the jovial noise from folks who belly up to the bar to watch young men shuck oysters and clams tirelessly. Out on the patio and inside, you really couldn’t ask for a more helpful, friendly staff. While we waited for our entrees, we tried the chowder and the stuffies, with mixed reviews. The New England Clam Chowder ($6.95) was deemed much better than the Rhode Island Clear Chowder ($5.95), and everyone agreed the chunks of potato in both bowls were just a little too big for easy eating. The big, fat stuffie ($3.95), studded with spicy chourico and cherry peppers, was excellent. Dining at Matunuck Oyster Bar can be casual or upscale. At our table, we enjoyed the basic Fish and Chips ($13.95), the impressive Whole Belly Fried Clams ($18.95) and the almost elegant Atlantic Salmon ($17.95). The fish and the fried clams were both served with plenty of excellent coleslaw and fries, done right, almost mahogany in color. The fish was Atlantic cod in a rather thick batter. The clams, a full pint, with a much lighter coating than that of the fish, covered the fries. The grilled salmon was topped with
a much-appreciated Romesco sauce, smooth and rich, made from roasted red peppers, ground almonds, garlic, olive oil and vinegar. The boneless fillet was served over scallion polenta with braised kale on the side. That particular Saturday night, it was unusually breezy and cool, and the party most definitely moved inside. We were in no rush to leave, so dessert was ordered – the Kahlua Torte and the Key Lime Pop ($6.95 each). The torte was a super dense wedge of fudgy chocolate, and the pop was pure summer fun, a tart key lime pie popsicle for adult taste buds. I’d love to have a supply of those in my freezer. When it came time to finally head home, one of the valets asked if we had had a good night. Conversing with him, he told us the fun crowd is not exclusive to Saturday nights. “It’s like that every day of the week all through the summer,” he said. “Pretty amazing.” Linda Beaulieu is the author of The Providence and Rhode Island Cookbook, available at stores throughout the state. Follow Linda on Twitter @LindaBeaulieu3.
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DAN’S PLACE 880 Victory Highway; 392-3092. For some good ol’ pizza, pasta, steak and ale, pay a visit to Dan’s Place. It’s a full restaurant and bar, with a family friendly atmosphere and weekly entertainment. LD $$
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George’s of Galilee 250 Sand Hill Cove Road, Galilee; 783-2306. What’s better than indulging in award-winning seafood and watching the sun set over the Sound? At George’s you can dine al fresco, take food to-go, or simply enjoy one of the recently remodeled dining rooms indoors. LD $-$$
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BREACHWAY GRILL 1 Charlestown Beach Road; 213-6615. The emphasis of Breachway Grill’s menu is on fresh, local ingredients and classic comfort food. Try their NY-style rustic pizza or enjoy one of the nightly specials, including the raw bar. LD $-$$$ HUNGRY HAVEN 5000 South County Trail; 364-3609. This country-style restaurant serves quality food at affordable prices in a family-friendly atmosphere seven days a week. Head for the junction of Routes 1 and 2, where good food awaits. BLD $
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BESOS TEA HOUSE 378 Main Street; 398-8855. With a breathtaking interior, this hip spot offers delicious food and a unique tapas menu. Stay for an after dinner drink as the restaurant morphs
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THE ISLAND SCOOP 79 North Main Road; 423-2221. Serving ice cream year round, this sweet shop and cafe is open 7 days a week, serving coffee, bagels and other goodies. Stop in to try the newest addition to the menu Cinnamon Chip Scones. BL $
CENTRO MARTINI 149 Main Street; 885-8580. With its extensive wine and martini lists, Centro provides a sophisticated atmosphere in which to enjoy eclectic, upscale fare with international influences. D $-$$$
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 $$$
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AUNT CARRIE’S 1240 Ocean Road; 783-7930. For over 85 years this summer staple has been serving up their famous chowder and clam cakes. Grab a quick lunch outdoors or head into the dining room for a full dinner. LD $-$$$ ARTURO JOE’S 140 Point Judith Road; 789-3230. This full-service restaurant includes a martini lounge and private function room and features Italian food ranging from bruschetta and wood grilled pizzas to pastas, veal and fish dishes, along with an extensive wine and cocktail list. LD $-$$ BASIL’S RESTAURANT 22 Kingstown Road; 789-3743. Basil’s has been providing South County with fine, upscale French dining since 1984. Their menu features all the classics like coq au vin and escargots bourguignonne, and their wine list is the stuff of legend. D $$-$$$ CATARINA’S ITALIAN VILLAGE 945 Boston Neck Road; 789-1725. Situated in a cozy, rustic log cabin, this Italian restaurant serves up the classics, some with a twist. With tender meatballs, house-baked bread, innovative fresh pizzas and rich pasta dishes, you’ll keep coming back. D $-$$ COAST GUARD HOUSE 40 Ocean Road; 789-0700. This historic waterfront landmark doubles as an upscale restaurant where you are sure to find something to call your favorite. Bring the family for a great dining experience or brunch on Sunday. LD $$-$$$ COLVITTO’S PIZZA & BAKERY 90 Point Judith Road; 783-8086. 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 $ IGGY’S DOUGHBOYS 1157 Point Judith Road; 783-5608. 889 Oakland Beach Avenue, Warwick; 737-9439. Clam
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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 $-$$ OCEAN VIEW CHINESE RESTAURANT 140 Point Judith Road; 7839070. Serving authentic Szechuan and Mandarin cuisine, plus the chef’s own recipes, Ocean View is one of South County’s best. They also offer a separate vegetarian menu. Gluten free menu available. D $-$$ 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 $$$$$ TRIO 15 Kingstown Road; 792-4333. A Newport Harbor Corporation restaurant, Trio is a triple-threat restaurant with its innovative menu, inviting European décor and warm, attentive service. A meal of chops, seafood, or pasta is the order of the day. Also raveworthy are the Artisan Pizzas, which come in a variety of flavors and preparations. LD $$-$$$ TWIN WILLOWS 865 Boston Neck Road; 789-8153. Twin Willows is a sports pub and family restaurant with a menu of grilled dinners and seafood. It promises an evening of “high spirits and good times.” LD $-$$ WEST BAY GOURMET 889 Boston Neck Road; 789-9229. Answering the call for fresh, creative and artfully pre-
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GREAT HARVEST BREAD CO. 6670 Post Road; 885-0580. From its first location in Great Falls, Montana in 1975, Great Harvest has been serving unique breads made from wholesome ingredients. They also do sweet treats and classic sandwiches. BLD $ SONOMA PUB 7366 Post Road; 2950800. Enjoy an eclectic menu of entrees, pizzas, sandwiches, salads and more, including delectable Greek specialties, plus 36 draft beers, 50 bottled beers and 20 wines by the glass. LD $-$$ TAVERN BY THE SEA 16 West Main Street; 294-5771. Located in historic Wickford, Tavern by the Sea offers a relaxed yet romantic atmosphere and an array of dishes such as seafood, burgers and a complete kid’s menu. LD $$
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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 $-$$
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BAGELZ 99 Fortin Road, Kingston Emporium, South Kingstown; 7822295. 90 Pershing Avenue, Wakefield; 783-9700. This artsy bakery offers a wide variety of special bagel spreads and flavors. Even better, they also offer delicious desserts, Fair Trade coffee blends and drinks and “Soupz, Saladz & Sandwichez.” www.bagelzthebagelbakery.com BL $
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CAP’N JACK’S 706 Succotash Road; 789-4556. For traditional New England fare in a family friendly atmosphere, Cap’n Jack’s is the place – and has been since 1972. Be sure to try their famous chowder or fish and chips. LD $-$$$ JAVA MADNESS 134 Salt Pond Road; 788-0088. Pair your gourmet coffee or espresso with fresh baked goods, hearty breakfast sandwiches, or tasty salads and panini for lunch. Don’t forget about a pastry, brownie or cookie after. BL $ LA STRADA PIZZA 920 Matunuck Beach Road; 533-2019. Using fresh, local ingredients and a wood-fired oven, La Strada prepares impeccable pizza from a generations-old recipe brought to Rhode Island from the Bronx. Come and taste the best. LD $-$$ MATUNUCK OYSTER BAR 629 Succotash Road; 783-4202. This restaurant, which maintains its own oyster farm, prides itself on combining local produce with farm raised and wild caught seafood to make the freshest, most delicious dishes around. LD $$-$$$ PICK POCKETS DELI 231 Old Tower Hill Road; 792-3360. A fun, healthconscious deli, Pick Pockets serves up lamb and beef kabobs, specialty falafel, deli wraps, and vegetarian and chicken dishes. LD $ TARA’S TIPPERARY TAVERN 907 Matunuck Beach Road; 284-1901. For one of the most authentic Irish pub experiences in the state, along with spectacular ocean views, Tara’s is the place. Sample classic Irish fare and delicious pub favorites. BLD $
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C.C. O’BRIEN’S 8 Mechanic Street; 860599-2034. This Irish sports bar serves up homemade comfort foods and beer until midnight in a casual environment that features 20 high-def televisions and live entertainment. LD $-$$ 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 $-$$ GUYTANNO’S INTERNATIONAL CAFÉ 62 Franklin Street; 348-6221. Guytanno’s Café is casual dining with an upscale flair. The contemporary setting, intimate atmosphere, and the sweet aroma of freshly cooked food circulating from the open kitchen make it one of Westerly’s premier evening destinations. LD $$ MARIA’S SEASIDE CAFÉ 132 Atlantic Avenue; 596-6886. This casually elegant Mediterranean restaurant serves pasta and seafood dishes, decadent desserts and has a classic bar menu, as well as an impressive list of unique cocktails. LD $$
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By Emily Payne
July from previous page July 18-29: Founded 23 years ago by Violinist David Kim, the Kingston Chamber Music Festival strives to provide quality chamber music to the widest possible audience. It has created a number of other programs, including the Schools Outreach Program for elementary school children, an artist-in-residence program that provides free recitals in senior centers and church halls, and an annual scholarship to a University of Rhode Island music student. Support the local chamber music scene and sit back to enjoy the show. $20. 8pm. URI Fine Arts Center, 139 Upper College Road, Kingston. 789-0665, www. kingstonchambermusic.org. July 1-8: All ages can enjoy the Big Apple Circus, where acrobats, jugglers and animals come together to thrill the crowd. $20-50. Ninigret Park, Route 1A, Park Lane, Charlestown. 800-922-3772, www.bigapplecircus.org. July 1-22: The Renaissance City Theatre presents California Schemin’, a play about small-time hustler Roger Gallais’s desperate fight. $12-19. 1 Granite Street, Westerly. 596-2341, www.granitetheatre.com. July 1-31: Try a Rhode Island Lighthouse Cruise and Newport Harbor Tour. This 90-minute cruise showcases 10 lighthouses and 10 islands. $15-30. Departs from Quonset Point, North Kingstown. 295-4040, www. rhodeislandbaycruises.com. July 3: Have a rug that needs repairing? This Rug Hooking & Braiding class will teach you how. Free. 10am12pm. Fayerweather House, 1859
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Mooresfield Road, Kingston. 7899072, www.fayerweathercraftguild. com. July 3-31: Every Tuesday, take a twilight tour of the URI Botanical Gardens and Greenhouses to learn about sustainable practices. 5pm. 3 East Alumni Avenue, Kingston. 8741000, http://cels.uri.edu/uribg/ July 5-26: Bands from all over the US play at Thursday Evening Live Music and Dancing at the Towers. $15. 7-10pm. 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett. 782-2597, www.thetowersri.com. July 5-26: After a beach day, stay for the Misquamicut Drive-In Movie Night, featuring classic films. Free. 9-11pm. Wuskenau Town Beach, 316 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. 3221026, www.misquamicut.org. July 6: Relax by Kayaking the Narrow River. Spot ospreys, egrets, herons and sea creatures. $55-65. 10am1pm. Departs from the Narrow River Pollock Street Boat Launch, South Kingstown. 949-5454 x3041, www. asri.org. July 6-21: The Contemporary Theater Company presents Is He Dead?, a comedic production by Mark Twain. $15-20. 4pm, 7pm. 327 Main Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, www.thecontemporarytheater.com. July 13-27: The Ocean House is holding Friday Night Clambakes every Friday night with fresh seafood and live music. $45-85. 6-9pm. 1 Bluff Avenue, Watch Hill. 584-7000, www. oceanhouseri.com. July 10: Learn the art of Flower Arrangement with Elaine Godfrey. Pre-
a Whale’s Tale July 3-31: Did you know that you could fit an entire Volkswagen bus in the mouth of a Finback whale, the second largest animal to have ever lived in the ocean? Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday this month, Frances Fleet Whale Watching & Nature Explorations sets out to behold the enormity of this mammal. The warm summer weather also attracts multiple other whale species, ocean sunfish, sharks, tuna, marlin, turtles and dolphins. Check it out – there are many more surprises to be discovered at the ocean’s surface. $35-45. 1-5:30pm. 33 State Street, Narragansett. 800-662-2824, www. francesfleet.com.
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Daily Specials • Steaks • Pasta Fish & Chips Served Everyday • Kids Menu Available registration requested. $20. Fayerweather House, 1859 Mooresfield Road, Kingston. 789-9072, www.fayerweathercraftguild.com. July 11: Join the GFWC Woman’s Club of South County for the monthly Book & Author Luncheon. $50, 12-3pm. The Dunes Club, 137 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. 284-2828, www.g f wc b o o ka n d a u t h o r.eve n t brite.org. July 11-25: Get moving on Wednesdays this summer with Tom McCoy’s Family Fun Run Series. 6pm. Misquamicut Beach, 65 Atlantic Avenue, Westerly. 377-2306, www.westerlytrackclub.org. July 11-29: This year’s Shakespeare Festival presents Macbeth. Soak in Shakespeare from the comfort of a lawn chair in Wilcox Park. Free. Tuesday-Sunday 8pm. 3 Granite Street, Westerly. 596-7909, www. thecolonialtheater.org. July 15-16: Be dazzled by an array of talent at Circus Smirkus. $17-19. 2pm & 7pm Sunday, 1pm & 6pm Monday. Washington County Fairgrounds, Richmond Town House, Rte 112, Wyoming. 802-533-7443, www.smirkus. org. July 20-21: Become a wine connoisseur at From Vine to Wine: Sensory Analysis, an intimate two-part wine and cheese reception and seminar, held by Sommelier Jonathan Feiler. 1 Bluff Avenue, Westerly. 584-7000, www.oceanhouseri.com.
July 21: The Waterman Eco-Challenge features a three-mile open paddle race, stand-up paddle clinic and meet and greet with Wave Champion Garrett McNamara. $40. 11:30am, Narragansett Town Beach. 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. 885-3200, www.rawelementsusa. com/waterman-eco-challenge July 20-22: Come out for fireworks and live music at the 34th Annual South County Hot Air Balloon Festival, which will host the Official RI State BBQ Championship Competition. $5-25. University of Rhode Island Athletic Fields, Kingston. www. southcountyballoonfest.com.
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July 27-29: See Ken Judwig’s tribute to the great English farces of the 1930s and 1940s with the fast-paced comedy The Fox on the Fairway, a play full of over-the-top shenanigans. $12-19. 1 Granite Street, Westerly. 596-2341, www.granitetheatre. com. July 28: Take advantage of the warm weather with a complimentary Garden Tour at Theatre by the Sea. Free. 10am. 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck. 782-3800, www.theatrebythesea.com.
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traveling throughout South County, The Contemporary Theater Company is settling down. The CTC has found a happy home on Wakefield’s Main Street, in a freshly renovated, 90 seat space. As their summer season opens in the new digs, the group’s expansion promises to usher in an exciting era of live entertainment for the area. For Christopher Simpson, company founder and artistic director, finding this venue marks the achievement of a longtime goal. He discovered this particular locale by chance over the winter, after inquiring about another rental property on Main Street. While that one didn’t quite fit the bill, the landlord knew of another building that might. Simpson and the CTC signed a six-year lease as soon as it became available. The CTC collaborated with the Tetzner family, owners of Phil’s Grille and landlords of the new theater, to renovate the space. Thanks to substantial fundraising efforts and a team of contractors, Simpson expects the building to look almost unrecognizable from its former state. Previously home to the Hera Gallery, nearly everything inside has been removed and the entire layout redesigned. The partnership with the Tetzners and their restaurant also allows the CTC to offer a bar and concessions in the lobby, and provides future opportunities for dinner theater. Simpson is thrilled for the CTC to set down roots in the rapidly developing Main Street area, amidst bustling restaurants and popular shops. He hopes that having such an accessible location will help to encourage local participation onstage, backstage and behind the scenes, in keeping with the group’s mission. He explains, “Being right at the heart of the community center gives people a chance to be involved close to home.” In their traveling years, the CTC performed everywhere from URI and The Towers to high schools and outdoor parks. While Simpson raves about the community support that the group received, it wasn’t always easy. As he points out, “I would challenge any theater or business of any kind - a coffee shop, a boutique - to try to sell their product only half of the weekends each year out of a different storefront every month. It’s a very, very difficult model.” He continues, “To have a place where we can put on a show and let it run for
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
one weekend if we choose but also six or ten… That’s the kind of thing a lot of theaters take for granted.” The CTC kicks off the summer season with a rarely seen comedy by classic humorist Mark Twain. In the zany, irreverent Is He Dead? (July 6–21), a French painter stages his own death to get better prices for his paintings. Next to the main stage comes The Foreigner (August 10–25), by American playwright Larry Shue. The funny story follows a shy guy’s attempt to pretend he doesn’t speak English, in hopes of getting a little peace and quiet. And later, three actors lead a ninety-minute, whirlwind tour of the Bard’s greatest hits in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) (August 17-September 1). The whole family can also enjoy Saturday morning Double Features (July 7–August 25), which are two short fairy tale plays for younger audiences, with a “snack-tivity” break between them. With the new theater space, a world of late night programming becomes possible, too. Audiences can swing by on Friday nights for improvisational comedy (July 6–August 31) and catch monthly cabarets (July 21, August 11 and September 1). The CTC plans to maintain their studio space in the South County Commons for workshops and classes, too. In addition to CTC productions, the
new Main Street theater will showcase the works of local artists. This summer’s guest performances include a comedy from the dramatic group RI SALT and a vaudeville act from the song-and-dance team Jones and Boyce. Between the CTC lineup and special events, Simpson hopes to keep the theater open nearly every weekend this fall. And he welcomes the chance to cast a spotlight on other troupes. “That’s our goal,” he notes. “We’ve been trying really hard to make unconventional spaces into theater spaces. And now we have a theater space and are looking for people to come use it.” Is He Dead? (July 6–21) The Foreigner (August 10–25) The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) (August 17– September 1)
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rare 19th-century maps are a window to our past Looking at an old map of your hometown gives a snapshot of barely remembered local history. Taking a glance at a framed 1895 map of North Kingstown at Picture This in Wakefield, for example, reveals the precise route taken by the Newport and Wickford railroad – from Wickford Junction to the former ferry terminal on Pojac Point; the intersection of Post Road and Ten Rod Road was once mysteriously known as Coalition Corners. Most Rhode Islanders know Beavertail Point as home to Jamestown’s famous lighthouse, but old maps show that there was also once a place called Beaver Head on the island as well. “A lot of these maps have stories to tell if you just look at them,” says David O’Brien, who runs the three Picture This framing stores and galleries, along with partner Craig Berry. Custom framing is the main business at Picture This, but over the years O’Brien and Berry have amassed an impressive collection of original maps of each city and town in Rhode Island, mostly from the 19th century. The maps of North Kingstown, Peace Dale and other local communities produced as an atlas in 1895 by Everts & Richards of Philadelphia are the most
common. Framed original maps start at about $250 in the Wakefield store, ranging up to $1,295 for a rare map of Block Island. In fact, all of the hand-colored maps are becoming harder to find and, as a result, more collectable. Never produced in large numbers, the oversized atlases also tended to be stored in basements that were flooded during the 1938 and 1954 hurricanes. Most of the old maps were destroyed. Used by insurance companies and other businesses as well as local governments and travelers, the maps reveal just how rural South County was a century ago, with just a few scattered homes outside small mill villages and seaports. Interestingly, the maps produced in 1870 and 1895 typically omit street names, but do include the names of individual homeowners and in some cases the footprint of their houses and outbuildings. Brick buildings are colored pink, yellow is used for wooden structures, and for stone buildings, purple. The location of stone post boundaries, used to delineate town borders, are noted, and many of these still exist. “The maps show you a lot that you can compare to today,” says O’Brien.
Celebrating 40 years The maps also reveal much that has been lost. “If you look at the 1895 map of Narragansett, the contour of the land has changed,” O’Brien points out. “In Charlestown, the breachways have changed since the 1938 hurricane.” Some small islands in Narragansett Bay have simply vanished, either due to storms or because they were cleared for navigation. O’Brien and Berry continue to acquire a handful of community maps from 1870 and 1895 at auctions, estate sales, and from people’s attics each year, but some maps have become very hard to find. Providence maps are pretty common, for example, but if you’re looking for Barrington, good luck. Picture This also sells framed nautical and topographic maps along with original watercolors, oils and pen-andink works by local artists liked Edward Gordon, George Furbish and Bruce Martin, as well as images from famed local photographer Richard Benjamin. The maps are unique, however, for their practical beauty, historic detail and distinctive clientele. “One thing about maps is that they’re boy toys,” says O’Brien. “Guys love maps.” www. picturethisgalleries.com
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shop Local – Really Local July 7-8: The beloved Wickford Art Festival is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The festival has come a long way since the 1960s, when it began as a way in which local artists could start to share their work with the public and sell some paintings; it’s now ranked as the top fine arts festival in all of New England. The fest is produced by the Wickford Art Association, a non-profit group of over 400 artists who are dedicated to supporting the local creative community. Free. 10am-6pm. 36 Beach Street, North Kingstown. 294-6840, www.wickfordart.org.
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Stuffed Shells Contrary to what most Americans believe from Family Guy, Quahog is not an actual town in our state. Stuffed quahogs (or “stuffies”) are real, however, and they are an ohso-delicious summer staple, whether enjoyed on a picnic table or on a
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These stuffies were by far the biggest of the bunch, and were as appetizing to the eyes as they were to the stomach: very much so. Large chunks of chourico provided a nice spice to the dish and the stuffing was perfect – soft and moist on the inside and crispy brown on the outside. 120 Knowles Way, Narragansett. 284-3883, www.theoldelighthousediner.com
Duffy’s Tavern Twin Willows The best part of this stuffie was that the clams were absolutely huge and cooked to perfection. Some staffers loved that the stuffing almost reminded them of Thanksgiving, with its flavors of sage, minced celery and chopped red pepper. 865 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. 789-8153, www. twinwillowsnarragansett.com
Topped with paprika and parsley, Duffy’s offers a stuffie that has a fresh flavor with a nice, light lemony accent. The stuffing was finely textured and pureed and plenty moist. It’s served with a side of fresh cut lemons, so fruit lovers can bask in tangy goodness. 235 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown. 295-0073
Gardners Wharf Seafood After we heated these up in our oven, we couldn’t wait to dig right in. They smelled great and tasted fresh and clean, with a smooth filling and small clam bits. The flavor was mild and not too spicy, perfect for those who prefer to add their own hot sauce. 170 Main Street, North Kingstown. 295-4600, www.gardnerswharfseafood.com
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