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West Bay Orthopaedics

Proven procedures. Proven outcomes. Proven experience. Do you have joint replacement surgery in your near future? Whether it’s hip, knee, ankle, shoulder or any other joint, West Bay Orthopaedics offers you the experience of major surgical centers like Boston, New York, Chicago, or Philadelphia right here in Rhode Island. Our group is made up of eight highly experienced surgeons, specialists who have performed thousands of surgeries with proven results. We’ve been nationally ranked by an independent healthcare survey as one of the BEST orthopaedic practices for two years running. Let us put our experience and training to work for you. At West Bay, that’s what it’s all about.

SPECIALIZING IN: hip, knee & shoulder replacement • complex foot & ankle disorders • spine surgery

cartilage transplants • sports medicine • arthroscopic shoulder, knee & ankle surgery • hand surgery • fracture care West Bay Orthopaedic Associates, Inc. 120 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI 02886 401-738-3730 Smithfield Medical Center 41 Sanderson Road, Suite 105, Smithfield, RI 02917 401-349-3990

Call to make an appointment. For more information, visit us at www.westbayortho.com

South County SOUTH KINGSTOWN – CONVENIENT LOCATION Spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath colonial on over an acre. Stonewalls, patio/ walkways, Trex decking, covered mahogany Farmer’s porch, plus screened porch. Hardwoods, island kitchen, central A/C, in ground pool. Private, landscaped lot, yet close to town. $509,000

SOUTH KINGSTOWN – SHANNOCK WOODS Spacious 9 room home has large eat-in kitchen with 8’ island, custom cabinets, stainless appliances, and granite.. Beautiful curved stairway, crown moldings throughout first floor, whirlpool, and many more amenities. $439,000 Betty, ext. 107

NARRAGANSETT – POLO CLUB Spacious one level condo abutting Pt. Judith Country Club. Features porch, fireplace, garage, town water and sewer. Walk to swimming pool. Minutes to beaches and all recreational facilities. $319,900 Eleanor, ext. 105

SOUTH KINGSTOWN – OCEAN FRONT Magnificent ocean front condo that stands out from the crowd. Granite, hardwoods, stainless steel appliances, plasma TVs, surround sound, etc. Gated parking. Beach, sunsets, sand, and dunes just steps from your deck. $459,000 Marnee, ext. 109

SOUTH KINGSTOWN – OVER 9 ACRES Hand cut pegged post and beam, this one of a kind 3 bed, 2 bath home inspired by Japanese architecture is nestled on 9.15 magical acres, yet close to town. Cedar cathedral ceilings, oversized 2 car garage with workshop. $425,000 Nanci, ext. 123

NARRAGANSETT – METTATUXET Move right into this spacious 3 bedroom home on large lot. Perfect for year round or investment home. New roof and Trex deck, plenty of parking. Stroll to association beach and boating on Narrow River. $285,000 Evelyn, ext. 106

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we do more than cut hair, we care. The Kenneth Cote Experience Hi, I’m Kenneth Cote. Having been a salon owner for over 33 years, I’ve learned what it takes to create a memorable experience each time you visit our salon. First and most importantly, all of my team are employees.. not booth renters. Which means that I can raise the bar high and set quality control standards that guarantee your satisfaction. I hire, nurture and personally train new talent and even my most experienced stylists benefit from consistent ongoing advanced education which, in turn, enhances service quality. At Kenneth Cote, we work as a cohesive unit focused on outstanding performance quality so if your stylist is unavailable you can feel comfortable working with any member of our salon and spa team. We do more than cut hair, we care. In general, we offer you a professional, affordable and friendly salon experience. Our team environment makes visiting our salon and spa a positive experience for you since our stylists share knowledge and learn from each other. In a booth rental salon, however, there is often inconsistent quality control and teamwork is a rarity since the stylists in that type of “salon” compete against each other for your business. But at Kenneth Cote, I can truly say that my staff loves the art and craft of helping you look, and feel, your very best. We do what we love and love what we do and, therefore, success follows. I’ve always believed that the high tide raises all the boats and together we all succeed. And at Kenneth Cote, we’ve continued to grow because of our consistent focus on outstanding quality and always putting you first. Our business model is stable, above board, ethical and based on mutual respect and integrity. At Kenneth Cote, we truly care about each other and you.

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We know that being a good parent is the hardest job around. But just because you’re a mom doesn’t mean you have to look like a mom. Sure, it’s hard to find five minutes in the day to call your own but with the right hairstyle, and the proper professional guidance, your hair can be easy to maintain and look great all the time. Visit us for an affordable mom make-over today.

As a consumer of salon and spa services in 2010, you have many choices. I trust as an educated consumer you’ll make the best choice about where to place your trust. My team and I look forward to seeing you soon.

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Apple & Spice Fall Pedicure Relax your tired feet in a whirlpool foot bath and sip an iced or hot spiced apple cider while your feet and nails are pampered with deliciously scented apple & spice scrubs and lotions. $40

Jeanette St. Pierre, Publishing Director for SO Rhode Island, recently received a Brazilian Blowout Treatment at our salon and wrote about her experience in the October issue: "Right away, I could tell the difference in the shower. It literally felt like a weight off my shoulders. Blow-drying, which used to take me 25 minutes, took less than 15, and I skipped the flat iron altogether. With minimal effort and brushing, my hair was the smoothest it has ever been on my own. Better yet, the compliments kept coming at work." Print our online coupon and receive a Brazilian Blowout in November for only $175. Haircut extra. Call us today. Same day appointments often available. Annual After-Thanksgiving Gift Certificate Sale! 10% off all holiday gift certificates 11/26 & 11/27

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Job-skill development & financial stability “Building Futures and United Way of Rhode Island are changing the lives of hundreds of Rhode Islanders who are now trained and active members of the construction industry. This program provides a tremendous opportunity for people to get on a better path in their lives.” – Andrew Cortes, Director, Building Futures www.bfri.org

south KinGstown - KinGston Pride in ownership is evident in this 3 bed 2 1/2 bath Colonial. Ideal location. Hardwood floors, central air, garage. New Price! $354,900. contact: Dan Driscoll

south KinGstown - KinGston Historic Asa Potter House. 3405 sq ft of living space with 6 beds, 2 1/2 baths. Beautiful lot with towering trees and gardens. $349,900. contact: Bonnie BeGos Andrew (right) helps student Marlo Jackson with window installation in Building Futures’ virtual classroom, which is completely constructed by students.

north sMithfielD, Greenville Vacant Land; 50 acres. Very private secluded setting. Perfect for equestrian estate. Beautiful huge native trees, rolling hills, and natural streams. Adjacent to indoor equestrian facility. No road/ highway noise $500,000. contact: Bruce thunBerG

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Contents Photography: (Left) Stephen Mattos, (Right) Hilary Block Couturier

NOVEMBER 2010

29 This Month 25 Making Music, Literally

45 37 So Stylish A view of the cove that’s worth coming home to 39 What’s in Store 41 Lifestyle

Meet the instrument artisans of South County

45 So Delicious

29 The Changing Face of Main Street

Rustic Italian straight from the farmhouse

Reexamining the old main drag

47 Foodie Journal 48 Tastemaker 51 Review 53 Dining Guide

61 So Entertaining

Every Month 10 Letters

15 So Happening Gourmet tastes for aspiring foodies 17 So & So 20 Social Network

The sounds of the season 62 Calendar 64 On Stage 67 Art View

76 So Approved A little help for Thanksgiving dinner

On the Cover: Photography by Pat Schumaker Mums and pumpkins courtesy of Wickford Flowers

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times, people look for the least expensive shopping they can find. It makes personal sense, but it might not make economic sense for the community,” he says. “Small businesses create a unique sense of community and atmosphere for shopping, but they also employ local people and pay local taxes. They create a distinct personality in each town that shouldn’t be lost.”

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Letters From the Editor It seems like everything is better this time of year. Think about it: Can you imagine a better time to enjoy this area than the middle of autumn? Colorful leaves are swirling in the streets. Storefronts and public spaces everywhere are celebrating with seasonal displays of pumpkins and corn stalks. The air is crisp and clean and still warm enough not to need a jacket. But best of all, this time of year in southern Rhode Island is completely ours. The last of the seasonal tourists are gone, and we’re free to enjoy our small towns all on our own. One of the best reasons to love South County is the unique character of its Main Streets. Though the

independent stores and boutiques are now more about shopping for enjoyment rather than daily necessity, our downtowns are going strong. In this issue, we look at how businesses, merchants associations and chambers of commerce are working together to preserve the character of Main Street, ensure the long-term success of the locally-owned businesses there, and keep locals and visitors interested in spending time in our small towns. Though our Main Streets are changing, they’re staying strong because of the people – both owners and shoppers – who make the effort to keep business in them. And really, can you think of a better place to work and live? -Julie

From Our Readers Holiday SpecialS

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A heartfelt thank you for everything you have done to promote Olivia’s Heart Fund and Wines for the Heart, a tasting to benefit tiny hearts (“One from the Heart,” October 2010). Raising awareness about Congenital Heart Defects is key in our mission to fund research that will find a cure for the number one cause of infant death. Promotion in your publications was invaluable. You are a true philanthropic champion! Julie Ostiguy President & Co-Founder Olivia’s Heart Fund www.oliviasheartfund.org

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Thanks to all of you that helped make the first Operation Wedding Dress a success, especially my dear friend Rebecca at Chameleon’s Consignment Loft for letting me use her store for the day and turn it upside down. Special thanks to everyone that made a dress donation: Crystal, Suburban and Scott Cleaners, East Greenwich Bridal, Erina’s Boutique, Melissa Ashley Brides, Olivia’s Bridal, Sueno Bridal, Elegant

Bridal Creations and many individuals. Thanks to everyone that donated to the drawings: Montilio’s Bakery, Scribe Calligraphy Studio, Andrea Hotel, A Cut Above Hair Studio, Formal Hair Design, Guys and Gals, Adare’s Boutique, Bartone Jewelry, Starflower Creations, A Airline Express Limo, Janeeska, Susan Mason Photography, Hallmark of Westerly and the Tux Shoppe. Thanks to Pick Pockets, Pier Liquors, Rhody Joe’s and Tom’s Market for refreshments, and the Holiday Inn at the Towers for discounts on rooms for wedding guests. Thanks to Operation Homefront of New England for supporting me on my mission. I hope I didn’t miss anybody; if I did it wasn’t intentional. I couldn’t have done it without all of you! Words can’t describe how I feel helping all those brides make their wedding a little more special. Thank you, too, SO Rhode Island for helping out by telling my story (“What’s In Store,” October 2010). Mariann Papineau Operation Homefront

SO, have something to say? Email SORI a letter to the editor to so@sorhodeisland.com and you could be published in an upcoming issue. www.sorhodeisland.com

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Holiday shopping has never been easier because Benny’s has all the hot toys of the season at famous low prices and free lay-a-way! Benny’s is your one-stop-shop for stocking stuffers, classic board games and the latest and greatest toys – Sing-A-Ma-Jigs by Fisher Price, Paper Jamz Guitars by Wowwee, Air Hogs Moto Frenzy and Zoobles by Spinmaster, Hot Wheels Stealth Rides and Monster High Dolls by Mattel, Scrabble Flash by Hasbro, the newest Lego sets and games, and thousands of other fantastic toys. Benny’s – making the holidays very merry. Since 1924. Visit www.hellobennys.com to find your closest Benny’s

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The Boutique Fall in love with our hip clothing and fun accessories here at

The Boutique. You’ll find a mix of trendy tops and bottoms, hats, shoes, and jewelry. We also offer custom framing at discount prices. Come visit to find the perfect gift for the upcoming holidays. 2A Pier Market Place, Narragansett • 782-3433

Caster’s Bicycles Rhode Island’s bike shop since 1919. We feature Trek, Scott (Providence only), Specialized (Warwick only), Haro and Redlines bicycles. Lifetime free tune-ups. Kid’s trade-up program. Bicycle accessories, service, strollers, tri wetsuits, auto racks and roof top boxes. Be a kid again. Ride a bike.

3480 Post Road, Warwick • 739-0393 • www.BikeRI.com 212 4th Street, Providence (behind Festival Ballet) • 274-5300 Sun 12pm-5pm, Mon 9am-6pm, Tues-Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 9am-5pm

Cheribz Total Wellness for Women

Here at Cheribz Women’s Fitness Center and Spa we have a little something for everyone! From staying healthy and fit through our exercise classes and nutritional counseling, to making time to pamper yourself at the spa. We offer therapeutic massages, reflexology, facials, waxing, and cellulite reduction treatments. Sign up now for a 1/2 hour facial or reflexology for only $25! Also makes a great gift! 140 Point Judith Rd. #14, Narragansett • 783-1661 • cheribztww@verizon.net

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diModa on Main, voted R.I. Monthly’s Best Consignment Shop, is the place to go for women’s designer fashion and accessories. We also have a large selection of Alex and Ani eco-friendly jewelry items that make the perfect Holiday gift! 233 Main St., East Greenwich • 884-9000 • Tue-Sat 10-5 Thursday 10-7

Green Ink

Featuring unique clothing and accessories including scarves, handbags, hats and jewelry that incorporate rich textures to achieve sophistication. We also have an expanded selection of whimsical baby gifts and enlightening books. Start your holiday shopping early or treat yourself! Open 7 days. 89 Brown St., Wickford • 294-6266 • Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5, Fri til 7pm Extended Holiday Hours in December

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Sun Up Gallery of Fine American Crafts and Clothing is dedicated to the finest, most innovative works being produced by craftsmen and designers throughout the USA. Clothing, jewelry, home furnishings and much more. We are the “spot to shop” this holiday season! 95 Watch Hill Rd Westerly • 596-0800 • www.sunupgallery.com

Kitchen & Table of Wickford

We have an enormous selection of kitchen gadgets from serving pieces to linens and more. We have great hostess gifts and lots of ideas for stocking stuffers. We offer gift wrapping and our hours are extended for the holiday season. 68 Brown St. North Kingstown • 295-1105 • Mon - Sun 10-5 Extended Holiday Hours

Kyureo Looking for something different, something extra special this holiday

season? KYUREO, located in the heart of Wayland Square, has an extraordinary selection of home decor and gifts from around the world. Uniqueness at affordable pricing, KYUREO was voted the #1 shopping experience in Rhode Island. 13 South Angell St., Providence • 437-6677 • www.kyureo.com

KC Shoes KC Shoes brings city fashion to the Narragansett shoreline with its trendy,

sophisticated and pocket friendly merchandise. Featuring our collection of Big Buddha handbags, fur vests, over the knee boots, Onex as well as resort, evening and bridal wear. Our fabulous footwear, signature statement accessories, day to evening and travel friendly clothing allows every woman to reinvent her style. Call for seasonal hours: 788-0895. 20 Pier Marketplace, Narragansett • 788-0895

Most Naturally

specializes in recycled, natural, and organic products and is proud to support both local and Fair Trade artists. We are excited to offer our selection of beautiful handmade scarves and jewelry as well as recycled glass housewares this holiday season. As always we also carry organic teas, organic cotton, natural pet products, and natural skincare. We are open daily and look forward to seeing you. 24A Pier Marketplace, Narragansett • 788-9077 • www.mostnaturally.com • Open 7 days a week

Zuzu’s Petals A unique, contemporary dress shop focusing on special occasion dressing. Perfect for that special event. They also carry casual dresses, jewelry and seasonal items. Featuring Nicole Miller, Milly, BCBG, Max Azria, Tibi and more!

288 Thayer Street, Providence • 331-9846 • Mon-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm 1000 Chapel View Boulevard, Ste 104, Cranston • 369-7440 • Mon-Sat 11am-6pm 165 Main Street, East Greenwich • 398-1199 • Mon-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm • www.zuzusri.com • Visit us on Facebook

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Janeeska

offers a unique selection of women’s clothing, handbags, jewelry and gifts. With such brands as Joseph Ribkoff, Donna Ricco, Sympli The Best, Not Your Daughter Jeans and Samuel Dong to name a few. Janeeska can surely dress you for any occasion and get you that perfect gift item you’ve been searching for and have you ready to go this holiday season. Our newly expanded boutique is open 7 days a week. Gift certificates are available and your local business is always appreciated. 343 Main St., Wakefield • 284-1880 • www.janeeska.com • Mon-Sat 10-6 Sun 12-5

WHARF Clothing & Wares is your Rhode Island destination for the

apparel and accessories to fit your life journey, with brands not found anywhere else in RI such as GANT Rugger, Woolrich Woolen Mills, and Shipley & Halmos. 15 Alfred Street, Warwick • 773-7779 • www.shopwharf.com

Sweet Twist

Sweet Twist is now much more than a candy store! Owned and operated by three sisters for close to 20 years, Sweet Twist offers a wide variety of fine handmade chocolates including chocolate and caramel apples and pretzel rods, chocolate dipped chips, fresh fudge and more. Sweet Twist has expanded into several new jewelry and gift lines including Lori Bonn (featured in photo), Alex and Ani, and Kameleon Jewelry. 5707 Post Rd., East Greenwich • 885-7579 • www.sweettwist.com • Mon-Sat 10-6 Sun 12-5 Extended Holiday Hours

Sweenors

For over fifty years, Sweenors has been a Mecca for chocoholics; one taste of their fudge, chocolate covered fruit, or holiday bark, and you’ll see why. 21 Charles St. Wakefield • 783-4433 • Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30 Sun 12-5 open until 7pm on Dec 22nd and 23rd • www.sweenorschocolates.com

Waves of Creation

features unique hand-crafted designs made by local artists. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful piece of jewelry to add to your collection or the perfect photograph to give as a gift, Waves of Creation has it; open seven days a week with extended holiday hours. 330 Main St. South Kingstown • 284-3844 • Tues-Fri 10:30-5:30 Sat 10-5 Sun 12-4 • www.wavesgifts.com

URE Outfitters

has this holiday season’s hottest fashions and gifts, including The North Face, Woolrich and Life is Good, footwear from Dansko, Merrell, Sorel and Acorn slippers. In sunshine, rain, sleet and snow, be URE Outfitted. 1009 Main St., Hope Valley • 539-4050 • Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun 9-5 www.ureoutfitters.com

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So Happening

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Delicious News A new shop by and for foodies

Photograpy: Marylou Butler

Tucked away behind Voila Art Gallery and Bagelz is a new little treasure box of a store: Foodies of Wickford. It is an extension of the Consignment Goods family of shops. Coowners Craig Schennum and Jim Zajas missed having a gourmet shop in the village, so they decided to use their own love of great cheese and paté, combined with the knowledge of the delicious array of items they have discovered in their travels to bring one back to town. “We only carry the highest grade cheese from around the world” boasts Schennum, “and we only want to carry things you can’t find anywhere else locally.” Among the items in the cheese case you will find Reggiano from the original manufacturer in Italy, Tintern from Wales, vintage Gouda from the Netherlands and, of course, brie from the Brie region of France. There are hard and soft choices as well as good old Vermont cheddar and goat cheese. The owners will gladly offer you a sample while they explain the specifics of each piece. Next to the cheese

case are the patés, beautifully surrounded by the antiques that make up the consignment portion of the store. Then there’s the chocolate. Oh my, the 1.5 ounce truffles call you over to the candy case only to see the huge chunks of homemade fudge, the toffee bars and the RI-made Moondust Macarons. Down the aisle there are gourmet cooking sauces, salsas and seasoning mixes from Bittersweet Earth Farm alongside the entire line of Blue Crab Bay food and cocktail mixes. German mustards, boxed cookies, oils and Zico Coconut water all vie for attention. You will be over the moon with the huge and mouth-watering selections, especially from Foodies own line of gourmet edibles. When you visit, ask for a sample of the Frappe Vino. A wine slushie – who knew? 25 West Main Road, Wickford. 294-4775. A wine and cheese tasting will be held at the Wickford Package Store (89 Brown Street, North Kingstown), November 12 from 6-8pm and cheese tastings will continue on Fridays 6-8pm at Foodies. –Marylou Butler

FOR WINE LOVERS

A Toast to the Movies Fine wines at one of the grandest oceanfront hotels to survive the golden age of New England beach resorts: what more do you need to know? On Thursday, October 28, the Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce and Warehouse Beer, Wine, Liquor, Inc., will present the 16th annual Wine Tasting by the Sea at Ocean House in Watch Hill. This beautiful beach retreat was recently restored to its former glory after being demolished in 2005 and rebuilt from the ground up. It sports modern amenities couched in the style of the style of old New England beachfront hospitality – the perfect setting for an autumn wine tasting. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Chamber of Commerce’s free Big Screen Movies on the Beach program. Essentially, locals can get double value from this event: the wines themselves and the movies that will result. Tickets are $30, and can be purchased at the Westerly Pawcatuck Chamber of Commerce at 1 Chamber Way in Westerly, as well as at Warehouse Beer, Wine, Liquor, Inc. at 86 Franklin Street, also in Westerly. For more information, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 596-7761, or Warehouse Beer, Wine, Liquor, Inc. at 596-6160. –Michael Madden

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Easy Thanksgiving Decorating

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We asked Susan Swanson, an interior decorator and the owner of The Green Door in East Greenwich, for some simple, elegant decor ideas for your Thanksgiving entertaining.

Raging Waters Run Deep Hmm, six months ago do you remember what you were doing? I do. I was frantically trying to save things from my finished basement as the floodwaters were pouring in. That water would keep coming into my house for three weeks and I was without heat, hot water or a washing machine for a month-and-a-half. Enough time has passed now to make the memories fade some, but it was still an incredible experience that affected most of Rhode Island. The great flood of 2010 – or what the experts assure us was a once in 500 years event – resulted in the entire state being declared a disaster area, brought the Federal Emergency Management Agency to town and caused extensive damage, some of which has not yet been repaired. The reporters and photographers of the South County Independent were out there every day documenting the wreckage, compiling stories and gathering information from all over hard hit South County. The newspaper has now published a book, Raging Waters, full of color photos by staff photographers Selena Millard and Michael Derr along with the story of the flood. The photos capture the true power of water with scenes of cars swept off the road, bridges broken and streets so torn up they look like an earthquake hit. The compelling narrative shares tales from the Pawcatuck Watershed to the Matunuck

For the Table 1. The most important element of a centerpiece on your table while dining is to be able to see over it, so you can enjoy your company. Try filling a long, narrow tray with a rim with fresh cranberries, then alternate with mini pumpkins and votives down the center. 2. Take a wide colorful ribbon that complements your tableware, as well as the season. Cut it to the length of your table and arrange a row of apples or pears down the center of it. Add live fall leaves between the fruit. 3. Fill a long, low basket with fresh cut branches from your yard. Add lush faux berries in fall colors. This is great because the branches don’t need water.

coastline, though East Greenwich, North Kingstown and Narragansett to Peace Dale and Wakefield. They show places that you may not have been able to get to, including my own flooded basement. The book is a great gift for anyone affected by the flood or a nice volume to add to your history shelf. Hopefully another one won’t have to be written for 500 years! This historical record is available at many locations including The Independent, Belmont Market, Healy’s News and the North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce. For a full listing or to order online visit www. scindependent.com –Marylou Butler

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Different Drummer • 7 West Main St, 294-4867, www.differentdrummerri.com Whimsical to sophisticated, offering American handcrafts, RI artists, fabulous cards, pottery, jewelry, and South County’s largest Trollbeads collection. Foodies • 25 W. Main St., 294-4775 Stop in for a delectable assortment of gourmet chocolate, homemade fudge, and international cheeses. Gardners Wharf Seafood • 170 Main St, 295-4600, www.gardnerswharfseafood.com Stop by for the area’s finest selection of fresh fish and quality seafood, bought directly from local fisherman in Wickford, Galilee and New Bedford.

To start, try some of their homemade, delicious hummus or the unmissable Olympus, which is shrimp sautéed with garlic and feta. For your meal, try the Pork Tenderloin Portofino, Delmonico Steak Diane or New Zealand Rack of Lamb. Tavern by the Sea also offers plenty of seafood, like Ahi Tuna Steak, Grilled Norwegian Salmon and Cajun Tilapia. There’s sure to be something on this varied menu that you’ll love. If you’d rather get some cooking help at home, head to Garders Wharf Seafood, where the fish is delivered fresh off the boat every day. Take home a variety of fresh selections like Salmon, Haddock, Tuna and Cod, or smoked salmon, mackerel and bluefish. Gardners Wharf also prepares clambakes to go, and offers a selection of prepared foods, like house-made chowders, stuffed scallops, calamari and more. For your sweet tooth, stop by Foodies of Wickford. This new gourmet shop carries a carefully curated selection of cheeses and pates, chocolate and candy, and as many finishing touches to a meal that you can think of. Don’t miss Foodies’ own line of sauces, condiments and toppings, along with a great variety of locally made products like Providence’s Moondust Macarons. One taste and you’ll be hooked.

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Beauty and The Bath • 11 West Main St, 294-3576, www.beautyandthebath.com Visit for a wonderful array of bath and beauty products, including Thymes body products and candles, pajamas, robes and perfumes. A Pine Cone Hill partner store. Blue Hydrangea • 2 Main St, 295-2583, www.295blue.com Fun and fabulous gifts for you and your home, including festive seasonal décor, beautiful stationery and candles.

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Beach Rose Cafe • 85 Brown St, 295-2800, www.beachrosecafe.com Casual waterfront dining featuring seafood, salads, sandwiches and grilled items. Enjoy breakfast or lunch on the deck overlooking Wickford Harbor or sit inside to enjoy local artwork.

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Humans have been making instruments for thousands of years. Beginning with the earliest animal bone flutes 37,000 years ago, we have been driven by the desire to make music. Southern Rhode Island is home to three artisans who carry on this ancient tradition, combining the beauty of music with the artform of crafting the instruments that make it. Skip Healy’s family has lived in East Greenwich for generations. Although no one was particularly musical, when he was six years old, he was sent up the street to join the local fife and drum corps. He hoped to play the drums, but was handed a fife instead, a gesture that set him on a life path totally unexpected from the fifth of five children of a commercial fishing family. Today, Skip is a world-renowned performer on the fife and the Irish flute. With three solo albums, a Grammy nomination, inclusion in over 40 recordings, and performances all over the world, he has made it to the highest leagues of his game, despite never having had a formal lesson in his life. “My concerts are part vaudeville, part magic show and part music,” he says. “I’ve learned how to entertain people. You have to relate to them quickly.” Skip is more than just a performer though. In the 1970s, when he was play-

Flute maker Skip Healy at work in his studio

ing at a festival in Massachusetts, he came across a man making wooden penny whistles. “Despite having no innate skills as a woodworker,” he laughs, “I said I would love to learn how to make them.” Skip spent three years learning the craft and found success there as well. His studio is now in East Greenwich, where he produces wooden flutes, fifes and piccolos of the highest quality. Being a musician himself has directly informed Skip’s ability to make flutes, as he has an in-depth knowledge of what is happening in the instrument as it is played. This enhances each of the 135 individual steps that go into flute making, from selecting the piece of wood to the final buffing and polishing. His superior craftsmanship has earned him great respect. Recently, the United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, which performs for heads of state and events all over the world, began

using Skip’s instruments, crafted by him right here in southern Rhode Island. In addition to making flutes of superior quality, Skip continues to perform all over the world. Perhaps a far cry from what he imagined as a young boy trying to join the fife and drum corps, making music – both as a musician and as a craftsman – has become the dominant theme of his days. “I’ve had the most serendipitous life.” Skip’s face relaxes into an easy smile as he says this. “Every time I was going to do something that led me away from music, something happened to keep me in it.” Over in Charlestown, another South County native is accomplishing a similar transition from musician to artisan. As the founder of Powell Custom Drums, Brad Cottman makes one-of-a-kind drum kits that provide not just quality performance, but individual design as well. As the drummer for local band Ver-

bana Darvell, Brad well understands the relationship between musician and instrument. As a performer, Brad ordered a drum kit from a custom drum company in Missouri. He became friendly with them and started working on their web page. One thing led to another and before long, Brad was learning the art of drum construction. “I’m a carpenter, so I put everything together: my carpentry, my music, my background in graphic design, all of my influences,” he explains. Brad’s drums are mostly hybrids, meaning they are constructed of a maple shell with a band of clear acrylic running through the center, seamlessly joined to the wood. The sound of the drum changes depending on what materials are used. When designing a drum set, Brad is able to cater to the needs of his customer. “People describe the kind of music they play,” he explains, “and I’m able to suggest the kind of band to use to get a bigger sound or whatever you want.” Being a drummer himself informs this collaboration. “I give people ideas. I’m like, ‘Hey what if we tried

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this?’ But in the end it’s their drum.� Another huge feature of Brad’s drums is the individualized design. Color, shape and decorative elements are as different as the musicians the pieces are built for. Some drums have had lights inside them, others have had the eyelet holes, or vents, customized into certain shapes, such as a cross. Brad smiles playfully, “If you want a drum set that’s going to look like a pirate ship, I can do it.� It’s a thrill when Brad gets to see his drums getting a workout up on stage. Sets for bands like Modern Day Escape and Die Another Day are among some of his creations. Building drums out of his home in Charlestown, Brad still spends time building houses, as well. But Powell Custom Drums is growing steadily, as his drum kits get more exposure and musicians get to see what he can create for them. “I’m doing this because I love it,�

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he says. “If you don’t do what you feel like you should, you’ll regret it.� The near-chance encounters that led Skip and Brad to their passions are similar to the story of another South County craftsman, Dan Collins. In his studio in North Kingstown, Dan handbuilds guitars and teaches classes in the art of guitar-making – but he was almost taking pictures instead. Trained as a photographer, he was shooting photos for a book about guitar making with George Morris of Vermont Instruments. “I had started playing guitar in high school. When I saw that you could create something with your hands that could make music, I wanted to be a part of it,� he recalls. “I had never really thought of woodworking as an artform until then.� So Dan traded the photos he shot for lessons at Vermont Instruments. Ten years later, Dan is building guitars and teaching the craft while working part-time at a wood supply store in East Greenwich. Creating something that can create music begins with a familiarity with his medium. The properties of wood are key in understanding how to craft an instrument. “After it’s been cut down, wood still breathes, expands and contracts,� he notes. “That plays a huge part in guitar making.� Joining the wood together properly not only creates a durable instrument, but the capability for beautiful sounds as well. “When building a guitar, you Custom drum builder Brad Cottman are constantly tapping on the shows off some of his wares wood to test the resonance. If you’re good at what you’re

doing, you can build good resonance into the wood,� Dan explains. “Every guitar has its own sound. Even wood from the same tree can sound different.� The design of his pieces is part of the art as well. Carved motifs and customized shapes are elements that mark each one as unique. His development as a craftsman has been enhanced by teaching. Dan runs open workshops three times a week, where people come to learn his craft. Having students in the studio gives a whole different experience to the building process and keeps him from falling into the same pattern repeatedly. “People do things different ways. It makes me think about how to do things differently,� Dan says. “I lose my interest after I’m not challenged enough in a certain thing.� On all three counts, these instrument artisans find deep satisfaction in their decisions to pursue their passions. Their commitment to their crafts produces not only quality instruments that will delight listeners for years to come, but personal fulfillment as well. “If I didn’t do this,� Dan remarks, “I’d be really unhappy.� SO Skip Healy Flute Company 5 Division Street, East Greenwich www.skiphealy.com 935-9361 Powell Custom Drums Charlestown powellcustomdrums.com 569-8127 Daniel Collins Guitars 215 Shady Lea Road, North Kingstown danielcollinsguitars@gmail.com 824-9971

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Looking on the Bright Side Doug Yattaw sees promise in Hope Valley We live in the era of one-stop shopping: giant supermarkets, big box retailers, strip malls. In some areas of the country, they have “Super” Wal-Marts that are so big and comprehensive, you can literally buy your groceries, a refrigerator to keep them in and a truck to carry it all home. Once upon a time, however, one-stop shopping meant a trip to Main Street, where you could visit the hardware store, the grocer, maybe stop for a coffee or a sandwich, and, of course, visit the general store for everyday items and sundries. “Today, we’re missing the whole concept of bringing people together, something represented through Main Street,” notes Doug Yattaw, owner of Hack and Livery General Store and Emporium. “Main Street comes down to being a community, a place to talk about family, politics and friends. This is how we try to run our business, how I see my Main Street still is.” His Main Street is in Hope Valley, where he and his wife have been running the 40-year-old family business in the same location for the last 33 years. The building goes back to 1888, when it was an actual Hack and Livery, a place to house animals or rent a horse and buggy, and it has provided a cozy home for a business that has grown with the community through the years. “When we started out, you could come to the post office in the morning and talk politics, weather, etc. You could walk to the coffee house down the street and then stop by the store,” recalls Doug, adding,

“Now even with the changing times, I recognize the faces that come into the store. It is a place that is warm – that brings back memories.” That kind of connection to the community – and to its customers – is what has enabled Hack and Livery to survive an economic climate that can, and has, defeated lesser businesses. “Main Street has had its ups and downs like everything else, but we have tended to be a relatively permanent fixture in the community,” says Doug. “Everyone knows the name.” Doug sees Main Street, whether it’s his or any other community’s, as a place that needs to maintain its individuality, to reflect the personality of the community, and to provide friendly faces that know how to build and maintain relationships. Even in such an idyllic place, however, there are things that could be done to help local businesses. Parking, for instance, is something Doug sees as a problem on his Main Street. There is a wealth of places for people to stop and spend some time, but how can they stick around if there’s nowhere to park? Overall, Doug remains confident that his Main Street will continue to thrive, and Hack and Livery will be a part of it. “We live the Norman Rockwell dream,” he beams, “where families can come together, where no one is rushing here and there. People can come in the store for four hours, and sometimes not buy anything; it’s warm, caring and friendly. That is what it’s all about.” www.hackandlivery.net -John Taraborelli

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et’s start by debunking the myth. Downtown Main Street shopping districts in small towns in South County are not dead. Struggling with an economy that imploded two years ago and is only slowly coming back together, small businesses in places like North and South Kingstown, East Greenwich and Westerly have not had an easy time of it, yet most have survived. The recent economic doldrums have hardly been the first challenges such businesses have faced. In the 1950s with the emergence of the interstate highway system and greater mobility for shoppers, Public art in East Greenwich downtown districts in cities and small towns alike began to suffer. In the on Main Street this past summer has increased evening traffic along the street ’60s the problems multiplied with the and helped other businesses. appearance of shopping malls in subur“I have to say that town government ban communities. In the ’80s and ’90s it was the proliferation of mega- shopping has been great,” he notes, in terms of helping to address problems the Main centers filled with giant box stores and Street area faces. “We’ve hammered out strip malls dotted with the kind of spea new signage ordinance and we’re excialty shops that once made Main Street pecting a vote by November. They are the place to go. For decades, facing competition definitely pro-business.” Ultimately, businesses working tofrom the Wal-Marts of the world, which drew shoppers away from downtown in gether and supported by town government, chambers of commerce and the search of lower prices, the kinds of Main South County Tourism Bureau can take Street districts that survive in the towns the creative approach to improving vismentioned above have had to be creibility and awareness of Main Street ative to stay alive. A survey of merchants shopping opportunities. Each town has groups and chambers of commerce in those communities indicates that the done that by hosting special events, everything from summer outdoor concerts creative approach is working. to block parties and holiday events. In “Things have been trending in a positive way over the past year,” says East Greenwich, the Main Street merchants group hold a Main Street Stroll Stephen Lombardi, president of the in the evening hours once a month from East Greenwich Chamber of Commerce. “We are seeing increasing May to October. Combining live music with dining and shopping, the strolls enactivity with several new businesses courage folks to walk along Main Street opening along Main Street.” and reacquaint themselves with what “The economy is still the big isthe area offers. They also sponsor an sue,” says Barbara Cullen, the owner of Scrimshanders in Wickford Village Arts on Main event to focus attention on and the president of the Wickford art galleries and studios in the area. Westerly is in on it, too. On the first Village Association. “Things have Wednesday night of each month, artbeen getting better, and the holiday ists open their studios and art galleries season is looking good.” open their doors for an Art Stroll. On DeAside from the obvious problems ascember 1, they’ll combine the Art Stroll sociated with lower consumer spending, traditional Main Streets in these with an annual Downtown Holiday Stroll where the shopping district is given communities seem to face fewer obstacles than they once did. Parking is a a Norman Rockwell-style Americana personality with hundreds of luminaria problem in Wakefield’s Main Street district, but mainly because people don’t in the streets and carolers on the siderealize it is available in a lot adjacent to walks. In a similar vein, the Chamber of Commerce produces the Pawcatuck the Saugatucket River, which runs beRiver Duck Race each April, which this hind the business district. year drew over 8,000 people to the Chick Gavitt, the proprietor of Ichiban Karate Studio on Robinson Street downtown area, and the Virtu Art Festioff Main in Wakefield, says improved val in May, whose attendance exceeded 20,000, according to Lisa Konicki, Westsignage would help with that problem. erly Chamber of Commerce president. As president of the Historic Downtown Riverglow, Westerly’s version of WaterMerchants, Gavitt is coordinating efFire, attracted over 15,000 in July. forts to improve visibility and awareIn Wickford Village the businesses ness of the district. He said that the new Fat Belly’s restaurant that opened have benefitted from both the annual

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help revive the historic Odeum Theatre on Main Street. “The town itself is a destination,” he declares. “We are a strong restaurant town, and that generates traffic for other businesses in the area. Main Street is a great location and a big asset to the town. We try to promote all businesses in town, but we recognize that Main Street is a special location with a unique mix of businesses. It’s one of the few true Main Streets in the state.” In the point of view of Joseph Iacoi, president of the South Kingstown Chamber of Commerce, his and other chambers play a vital role in maintaining the strength of “old” downtown shopping districts. He says the South Kingstown Chamber tries to encourage and maintain diversity with quality retailers and entertainment activities for South County residents, tourists and summer visitors coming to the region for the beaches. Along those lines, the South Kingstown Chamber has reinstituted a gift certificate program, which Iacoi says, is “really penetrating the community.” Gift-givers can buy certificates in $10, $25 and $50 denominations, which can then be used at any chamber member’s store or business. “We really push the shop local, dine local, stay local idea,” he explains. Westerly’s chamber has created a marketing and advertising program specifically for downtown businesses. “Business is Thriving in Downtown Westerly” features three ads with four different downtown businesses including a toy shop, jewelry shop, restaurant and clothing retailer. “Despite a stalled economy,” Konicki says, “we do have many businesses in Westerly that continue to do well." The ads showcase downtown business success stories and promote the chamber’s Business Stimulus Package of free ads and free chamber membership for new businesses, Konicki says. The goal of the package is to encourage entrepreneurs to consider expanding or opening a new business in the downtown area. “We have had a great response,” she said. “Several of the empty storefronts downtown have been filled.”

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Wickford Art Festival and summer concerts on the downtown waterfront. Wakefield’s Main Street merchants sponsored a June street festival and they’re working with the Contemporary Theatre Company of Wakefield on an Arts and Theatre Festival. Both of those communities, as is the case with East Greenwich, are holding Halloween celebrations in late October, and they, like the other towns, plan holiday festivals in December. One way or another, the Main Street shopping districts in these towns have put a lot of effort into bringing people to the destination so they will come back to shop. They rely heavily on the charm and character of the traditional Main streets, with historic buildings and a mix of retail and specialty shops. In Wakefield it runs the gamut from a glassblowing shop to a hardware store. In Westerly, galleries, boutiques and restaurants share space with an historic public library, an historic theatre and a restored train depot in a ring around the city’s popular Wilcox Park. Each town has its own Main Street personality, and that’s what makes the experience of visiting, dining or shopping unique. Getting the word out is half the battle. Once people discover or rediscover these traditional shopping districts, they do return and patronize the businesses. Westerly’s Lisa Konicki says they pride themselves on not having a single chain store of any kind in the downtown area. “We have a beautiful, historic business district with over 55 structures on the National Registry of Historic Places,” she notes. “Maintaining these businesses and finding businesses that can thrive within the quaint setting will allow us to remain a unique destination. “Downtown is the cultural center of our community,” she continues. “We have the Granite Theatre and numerous art galleries, and we are committed to encouraging the arts, which are known to bolster the economy of a community.” Stephen Lombardi makes similar observations about East Greenwich, where fundraising events have been held to

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Community Support Bruce Prescott on what it takes to keep Main Street thriving “Fifty years ago ‘Main Street’ was not a concept, but a reality,” notes Bruce Prescott, owner of Zoe & Co. Professional Bra Fitters in Westerly. “Shopkeepers lived above their stores and spent their evenings at downtown movie theaters, restaurants, churches and community centers. Downtown was the economic and social center of town.” While those idyllic days may be gone, Bruce stresses that the dedication and personal connections of the modern era’s Main Street business owners are what allow them to survive, even in a harsh economic climate. He moved his business to Westerly from Fishers Island, NY almost a decade ago, seeking the kind of community atmosphere he remembered from his childhood in Mystic. Today, he is that kind of Old Main Street shopkeeper. “My commute to work is a walk down a flight of stairs,” he laughs. Hard work and a willingness to be creative, however, go hand-in-hand with that lifestyle. “There are societal forces which have changed the way people do business, and this has changed the nature of downtowns,” Bruce says, citing bigger competitors offering greater convenience and the lower prices that come with their buying power, like big box or online retailers. “People began to realize that for Main Streets to thrive, they needed to respond to the changes in today’s society.” For Bruce, that means things like longer hours (Zoe & Co. is open until 9pm during the week) for customer

convenience, and providing the kind of personalized service Wal-Mart or Amazon.com could never offer. “Main Street must fulfill a need beyond simply providing goods,” he adds. “Main Street’s role is to provide a human connection that is all too lacking in the impersonal world of big box, mall and internet shopping.” A healthy Main Street takes a village, in Bruce’s view: not only shopkeepers who take pride in their businesses, but property owners and landlords who maintain their buildings and make the extra effort to fill vacant spaces. It also requires a local government dedicated to downtown revitalization through keeping streets and sidewalks in good repair, city services efficient and available, and permits, taxes and red tape to a minimum. When all those elements work in concert, the unique character of a community can be preserved and shared through the downtown district. “The concept of Main Street is essentially one of community,” Bruce summarizes. “Main Street shopkeepers are community members whose families participate and contribute to their towns in innumerable ways. A local business owner has a vested interest in improving the local community; larger companies are more likely to pull up stakes when profits are down. So supporting local businesses creates a positive chain reaction within local communities – and keeps money within the community, as well.” www.zoeandcompany.com -John Taraborelli

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Filling those empty spaces, which have been created by everything from the bad economy to this spring’s flooding disasters, makes all the difference for the existing businesses. Barbara Cullen notes that activity in Wickford seemed to improve over the summer as the former Ryan’s Market on Brown Street reopened after a long-dormant period. The Wickford Marketplace seemed to add some zip and zest, as did relocation of a few businesses and renovations they did at their new sites. “It just gives people the sense that something good is happening,” Cullen says. The existing businesses tend to feed off of one another, says Chick Gavitt. Even for a business like his (a karate studio), having specialty shops, coffee shops and other businesses in the neighborhood and doing well increases exposure for his business. “There’s no doubt that we’ve attracted people who happened to walk by because they were on the street to shop somewhere,” he concurs. The key is for all the various players to work together: businesses, government and support arms such as the

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tourism bureau and chambers of commerce. “You have to work together to build the economic base,” stresses Iacoi. “Everybody embraces it. People like the specialty stores. It has more character. The downtowns keep the vitality of your community going strong. “It’s also the impact of your dollars staying local. [For shoppers] you get personalized attention and more shopping options.” In the category of two sides to every coin, the difficult economy of

the past two years has made retail space more affordable, especially in older downtown areas of small towns. The general business community hopes that and a slowly improving economy will lead to an even greater revival of Main streets. Part of the message clearly should be that Main Street is unique in each case, not an antiseptic cookie cutter big box. If you’re going to shop, you might as well do it – and enjoy it – in a pleasant atmosphere. SO

Black and White and Green All Over Bethany Mazza on the independent business in Wickford When you think of a small town, there’s a certain picture that comes to mind: perfectly maintained storefronts lining the streets, people cheerfully greeting each other as they walk past, an inherently slow pace that draws you in and makes you want to stay a while. Wickford Village in North Kingstown really embodies that picturesque image. At the confluence of Main and Brown Streets, and overlooking Wickford Harbor, it’s easy to imagine that a place like that easily thrives – but even the most idyllic of places faces its own set of challenges. “We have seen so many changes in the village over the years,” says Bethany Mazza of Green Ink, a specialty women’s boutique on Brown Street. “Many of the core service businesses have been forced out by big box stores. These are the places that made Wickford a ‘working village.’ The loss of hardware stores, groceries, gas stations, banks and others have left us with the challenge of remaining a vibrant downtown.” However, while her downtown – much like most other small towns – has shifted from a place where people shop for necessities to a destination for specialty shopping, Bethany sees opportunity in personal connections. “Main Streets have become the place where people go to connect with others,” she says. “The pace is slower. You can walk from shop to shop and enjoy being part

of a community.” That quality of experience, she says, is what keeps Wickford going. “It's an experience that is lost when you are rushing from parking lot to parking lot on the strip,” Bethany says. Originally opened by Bethany’s mother Betty (Bee) Givan in 1972, the two women now own and run the store together – but not every business has the staying power of this nearly four-decades-old clothing store. “To stay in business as long as we have takes creativity and some sense of financial trends, as well as lots and lots of planning,” Bethany stresses. “We are always looking forward to the next season – trying to sort out how the economy is likely to perform and what our customers will want to buy.”

Bethany also believes the current “buy local” vogue bodes well for Main Street businesses – and the community as a whole. “The concept of Main Street and the buy local movement are a perfect match,” she enthuses. “When you support a locally owned business you are helping to keep money and jobs in your community. Many of the shops on Main Street buy from local artisans and place ads in local papers and pay local taxes and hire local tradesmen and have employees who shop in other local businesses.” While shopping for staples now happens with more convenience (but less character) at big box stores, people still want good reasons to spend time in a small town’s downtown. The Wickford Village Association brings businesses together to plan events like a weeklong Halloween celebration at the end of October and their annual Festival of Lights in December. Though the businesses work together to promote the village, Bethany says that each business faces its own difficulties: “What makes us dynamic is that we are all independent business owners,” she maintains. “Each one of us has to do our best and sink or swim on our own merits. But having said that, none of us is anything without the others. Sounds like the perfect description of family to me.” www. greeninkboutique.com -Julie Tremaine

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reasonably priced, children’s art supplies were sold, and openings, parties and receptions would bring the community together. From the littlest artists painting mini-aprons and masterpieces at birthday parties to unWINEd, Friday nights when friends are welcome to get creative in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, art appreciators, both young and old, are found at Voila. The Thompsons keep a keen eye on all local artists, representing Mary Wojciechowski, Andrew Stockwell, Greg Arakelian and Carrie Jacobson, among others, and speak intimately about each. Natalie pauses in front of colorful scenes of the working waterfront by Robert Lavoie. “They’re in gouache,” she explains, “which is so hard to work with. It’s not a popular medium because the paint is extremely expensive.” Walter T. Scott Jr.’s oil paint-

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It’s not uncommon for visitors to historic Wickford Village in North Kingstown to quickly fall in love with the quaint waterfront town, and to picture making a life there. For one Connecticut couple, the vision became reality when, with retirement in the wings, they bought a century-old home on the shores of Narragansett Bay, where the only daily bustle would be the lobstermen heading out to set their traps and collect their harvest. They knew the 1890s clapboard home, though perfectly charming with period details on the exterior, would need a major renovation. It took two to three years for the homeowners and their architect, Wickford’s own Gail Hallock, to secure all the correct permits, gain the Historic District Commission’s approval and get a thumbs up form the state’s Coastal Resources Management Council, but once they did, the project was soon underway. The homeowners (who would rather not be named in this story) designed the home specifically to accommodate their lifestyle, which meant a dining area would be created to custom fit a oneof-a-kind table crafted by Wendell Castle, often referred to as the father of the art furniture movement. It’s decidedly coastal feel is derived from the oblong disk-shaped top that flows into a wide, singular base. The space is just feet from the main en-

try of the home, which is distinguished by a table with gold and turquoise tones called Words Over Water, also by Castle. Above hangs an oil painting by a Nantucket-based luminist, the beloved Robert Stark. “We don’t really have a foyer, but love you just come right into here,” the couple says. Off the dining area is the parlor, where built-in bookshelves hold their favorite reads, photographs and various sentimental pieces. The homeowners say it’s their one of their favorite rooms during wintertime. “It’s very cozy and we’ve got the fire going,” they say, but the showstopper in the room is the seating area. A two-seater piece by American wood sculptor John Cederquist entitled, The Worms Crawl In, The Worms Crawl Out, casts an illusion over the eyes with two-dimensional inlaid images and a three-dimensional furniture form. “It’s really kooky isn’t it?” says the man of the house with pride. The masterpiece sits across from a pair of chairs by RISD professor John Donegan. Most of the treasured fine art pieces have been with the couple for years, “And we bought everything because we liked it, not thinking about space, or where it would go,” say the homeowners. While these spaces closer to the main entry are warm and inviting (it’s also where the stairwell leads to the upstairs bedrooms, including a mas-

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A Peace Dale institution gets a new owner and a new look If you lived in southern Rhode Island back in the day, you are probably familiar with Giro’s Spaghetti House in the South Kingstown village of Peace Dale. We always referred to it simply as Giro’s, and fans went there for the huge plates of pasta. For decades it was popular with local mill workers, families and college students in search of good food at cheap prices. Giro’s was also famous for its twin lobsters, offered at amazingly low prices. I remember them going for $12.95, with all the fixings. Giro’s was opened at 501 High Street in 1933 by Giro Ferraro, and his family ran it until 1983 when the restaurant was sold to Jim McNamara and Jeffrey O’Hara. For the next 20 years, things remained pretty much the same at Giro’s. In 2003, the business was sold to Dan Driscoll, who says he bought Giro’s for the feeling he got when he walked into the lounge with its horseshoe-shaped bar. Many a good time was had there over the years. Driscoll made many improvements, but the once-popular restaurant had soaring operating costs and much competition from chain restaurants. Giro’s closed in 2008 after a 75-year run. It’s two years later, and Giro’s has new owners and a slightly changed name. Kenny Yung purchased the business earlier this year, and he is overseeing a major renovation. The restaurant has been gutted and will reopen as Giro’s Far East. Gone are the maroon vinyl booths and blue-tiled restrooms. That old wooden bar has been torn out. A construction crew has taken the structure right down to its wooden studs. The

new Giro’s will most definitely have an Asian look in its décor and in its cuisine. A totally new menu is being developed. According to the restaurant’s Facebook page, the manager is Raymond VanHine, former manager of Aunt Carrie’s in the Point Judith. NEW BREW >> Another new spot is Custom House Coffee at 252 Main Street in East Greenwich (where Fat Bagels used to be located). Amid plenty of chain coffee shops, this is an independent operation owned by Mark Libby and George Doumaney. They are serving coffee that was roasted right here in Rhode Island, at a roasting facility in Middletown. Some of the unique blends of coffee are Main Street Roast, Old Brown Blend and East Greenwich Harbor Blend. In addition to coffee, the shop carries pastries baked on the premises, sandwiches, salads and 12 flavors of gelato (Italian ice cream). A flat-screen TV and free wi-fi are sure to entice folks to sit and relax. Custom House Coffee is open Monday through Friday from 6:30am-7pm, Saturday and Sunday from 7am-6pm. DOWN AT THE MARINA >> I’ve spent many a pleasant Sunday afternoon on the deck at Hanson’s Pub, listening to Mark Quinn sing a Jimmy Buffett tune or two. The view of the busy marina from that deck is hard to beat. Our days on the deck are just about over, but live music will continue to be offered in the pub every Friday and Saturday from 7-11pm and on Sunday from 4-8pm. We always order the Lobster Cheesecake and the Fish Bites, but there’s a lot more to sam-

ple on the house menu. Hanson’s Pub is located at 210 Salt Pond Road in South Kingstown. For more info, call 782-0210. WINE AND CHEESE WEEKENDS >> Wine and cheese lovers, mark your calendars. Ocean House in Watch Hill has two special events this month: a “wine camp” set for November 5-7, and a New England cheese weekend with Allison Hooper slated for November 12-14. Jonathan Edwards, the winemaker from Jonathan Edwards Winery in nearby Stonington, will host the weekend for wine aficionados. Activities will include a wine and cheese reception, a trip to the winery with a picnic lunch and a wine dinner. Attendees will blend their own wine and design their own labels, with a case of that wine given to each guest. The cost is $1,550 per winemaker plus $330 for an accompanying guest. This includes a two-night stay, breakfast and brunch. Hooper is an expert cheesemaker from the Vermont Butter and Cheese Creamery. Attendees will receive a copy of her new book, In a Cheesemaker’s Kitchen. Hooper will lead seminars on the fundamentals of cheesemaking, the history of cheese in New England, and how milk is made into mascarpone, crème fraiche and cheese. Recipes will be provided. A picnic lunch featuring artisan cheeses will be catered by the Ocean House culinary team, and a cooking class will be hosted by Hooper alongside Chef Eric Haugen. A fourcourse, cheese-inspired dinner with wine will be offered in the evening. The cost for the activities planned on Saturday, November 13 is $125 per person.

The room package is $800 per person for a two-night stay with several meals and all activities included. To make a reservation, call 584-7000. SEASONAL SPECIALS >> Comfort foods at comfortable prices are now being offered at both Trio, 15 Kingstown Road in Narragansett, and Hemenway’s Dockside Dining, 28 Water Street in East Greenwich, both part of the Newport Restaurant Group. These seasonal specials are available Sunday through Thursday, priced at $19.95 per person. At Trio, you have a choice of appetizer, entrée and a glass of wine or beer. For details, call 792-4333. At Hemenway’s, you can choose an appetizer, entrée and dessert. To make a reservation, call 336-3920. KIDS AND GRIDS >> “Kids Eat Free” every Tuesday at Flare, a brick oven bistro at 577 Tiogue Avenue in Coventry. From 4pm to closing, children age 10 and under will be given a free entrée when an accompanying adult orders a regular entrée. The kids can order from an extensive special menu. A new gridiron menu is now available every Sunday during football season. Starting at noon, Flare will offer brick oven calzones, build-your-own pizzas, steak and cheese sliders, calamari, nachos, fried parmesan polenta sticks with marinara sauce, and other special items. For more info, call 615-8577. If you have news dealing with food, restaurants or chefs, feed it to Linda Beaulieu at Lindab2720@aol.com.

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What gets your customers coming back for more? Is there any special way you prepare the food? Freshness is the key. We cut all of our vegetables each morning, and roast fresh peppers for our salsa every single day. Americans seem to love Mexican food – to what do you attribute its popularity? I think Mexican food is becoming more and more popular because it’s extremely flavorful and it’s hard to find. People want something different, and we’re here to provide that. What would you recommend for the first time visitor? Don’t be afraid to try anything on our menu. Everything we make is mild. However, if you like spicy, we

will make it as spicy as you’d like – just ask. I’d recommend a combo plate. You can try up to three different items, and get a true taste of our home cooking. What’s the secret to making a good salsa at home? The secret is making sure the peppers are fresh, and roasting them. Roasting the peppers brings out the sugars, and makes them sweeter. Is there any specific ingredient or spice that you just can’t live without? We use a lot of different ingredients, but one specific spice would be cumin. It gives a smoky background to our dishes. What kind of specials do you have coming up for November? We’re planning on offering two different hot soups to warm your bones, specifically a Red Tortilla soup and Caldo De Res, a Mexican beef stew (my grandma’s favorite). We also may be experimenting with a turkey taco for the holidays. Charlene Wesley owns Trini’s Tacos, 7669 Post Road in North Kingstown. 295-4111.

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I love restaurants that have up-to-date websites with current menus. That’s how my most recent visit to La Masseria began: with a trip to www.lamasseriari.com, where the entire menu is posted in detail, with prices. So, I had a rough idea what I’d be ordering hours before I arrived at this East Greenwich hot spot. La Masseria is the Italian word for “farmhouse,” and that rustic image is conveyed through this restaurant’s old-world décor. Iron sconces, antique wrought-iron gates, and farm tools on the burnished walls evoke the warm atmosphere of an ancient farmhouse. Italian photographs and wine bottles complete the scene. Executive Chef Pino Coladonato, who grew up on a farm in the Puglia region of Italy, remembers the food of the masseria: simple, fresh and flavorful, whatever the land or sea had to offer at that time. That is exactly what he creates with his modern-day menu at La Masseria. Take, for example, the appetizer Cucuzielli Fritti alla Pino, or simply crispy fried zucchini ($6.50). The zucchini is cut into thin slivers,

dipped in a light tempura-like batter, then fried to a golden crisp. A veritable haystack of these addictive goodies is served on a large plate, enough to feed the entire table. Another excellent appetizer for two or more people is the Tavolaccio del Salumiere, an assortment of Italian cured meats and cheeses ($14.50). Wedges of soft, mild provolone cheese are arranged on the platter with large green olives in between. (It would have been nice to have two kinds of cheese.) Delicate bundles of prosciutto and mortadella, sliced as thinly as possible, are draped softly on the plate, but they disappeared quickly. We found it impossible to leave anything behind. How can you not eat every bite of these Italian delicacies? Especially when paired with the fresh breads brought to our table, along with a small bowl of warm olive oil brimming with tender lentils. We tried to pace ourselves, but failed miserably. The pasta dishes, all eleven of them, tempted us, but we were curious about the “grano” on the menu. Granotto ai Frutti di Mare e Fagioli

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($21.50) is a special grain from Puglia that is served with white beans and a variety of seafood in a light tomato sauce. Every bite held a surprise – a chunk of shrimp, a ring of squid – amid the grains. Since we were sharing this course, our waiter was good enough to split the serving and brought it to us in two separate bowls. Now that is thoughtful service. For the main course, we ordered a classic Italian dish found on the menu of many fine Italian restaurants and a seafood offering rarely seen, at least in this part of New England. The classic Costoletta di Vitello alla Milanese ($32.50) is always hard to resist, with a thinly pounded, breaded veal chop fried until golden brown and then served with a healthy mound of arugula and tomatoes dressed in oil and vinegar. I usually love this dish, but here I thought the veal was actually pounded too thin, and it seemed as if something was missing. The same must be said for the generous side dish (“contorni” in Italian) of Broccoletti Aglio and Olio ($8.50), or broccoli sautéed in garlic and oil. It tasted more like an unseasoned plate of steamed broccoli. The unusual Orata del Mediterraneo ($23.50) was a far more interesting dinner. This was a whole fish, a Mediterranean sea bream, that was brought to our table by our waiter, who offered to filet it. Minutes later, the tender white fish was served with just a bone or two to contend with, with much appreciation on our part. Perfectly roasted potatoes and a nice vegetable medley – mostly

finely chopped zucchini and corn – made for a very good meal. Dessert made us forget about any faults we found with our dinner. The Torta di Mamma Paola ($6.50) was an excellent flourless chocolate almond cake served with a huge scoop of premium vanilla ice cream. The Torta di Ricotta alla Vaniglia ($7) is one of those “to die for” desserts – undoubtedly the creamiest cheesecake I have ever had, perhaps because it was made with ricotta cheese. Portions and prices are reasonable. The food and service were good for the most part. Our concerns are really just quibbles. As we left, we spotted young couples coming in for dinner with their children in tow, which surprised us a bit. This is not just another sophisticated Italian restaurant. It’s also a good neighborhood restaurant, much like a true masseria – the heart of an Italian farm where families gather for good, honest food. Linda Beaulieu is the author of The Providence and Rhode Island Cookbook, available at stores throughout the state.

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PANERA BREAD 1000 Division Road, East Greenwich; 541-9088. This famous bakery café provides hearty sandwiches on fresh-baked artisan bread, along with a wide selection of soups, salads, pastries, coffees, specialty beverages and more. BLD $ POST OFFICE CAFÉ 11 Main Street; 885-4444. Housed in an old post office, it’s easy to see where this charming café gets its name and breezy atmosphere. The menu is filled with Italian favorites, including pan fried polenta topped with a spinach and gorgonzola cream sauce that you’ll want to write home about. BrD $$-$$$ 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 features over 20 wines by the glass and an Italian “tapas” menu. D $$-$$$

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So Delicious | Dining Guide Jamestown CHOPMIST CHARLIE’S 40 Narragansett Avenue; 423-1020. This nauticalthemed restaurant more than earns the honor of referring to itself as the “home of seaworthy fare,” with its special Rhode Island chowder, award-winning stuffies and selection of both traditional and inventive seafood dishes. LD $-$$ TRATTORIA SIMPATICO 13 Narragansett Avenue; 423-3731. Jamestown’s signature restaurant offers casual fine dining in a relaxed al fresco setting. Enjoy a raw bar, small plate menu and seafood with regional flair in a classic Victorian building. LD $$-$$$

Narragansett ARTURO JOE’S 140 Point Judith Road, Narragansett; 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 $-$$ BASIL’S RESTAURANT 22 Kingstown Road; 789-3743. Basil’s has been providing South County with fine, upscale French dining since 1984. Their menu features all the classics like coq au vin and escargots bourguignonne, and their wine list is the stuff of legend. D $$-$$$ Coast Guard House 40 Ocean Road; 789-0700. This historic landmark doubles as an elegant restaurant overlooking Narragansett Beach. Start with clam chowder and move on to shrimp scampi or a lobster roll. Bring the kids for brunch on Sundays. LD $$-$$$ 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 $ CHARLIE O’S TAVERN 2 Sand Hill Cove Road; 782-2002. Charlie O’s

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Spain Of Narragansett 1144 Ocean Road; 783-9770. The exceptional wait staff 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. Enjoying 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 pub and family restaurant with a menu of grilled dinners and seafood. It promises an evening of “high spirits and good times.” LD $-$$

array of dishes such as seafood, burgers and a complete kid’s menu. LD $$ TRINI’S TACOS 7669 Post Road; 2954111. Get a taste of Mexico, just like Abuelita Trini used to make. Enjoy classic tacos, burritos, enchiladas, flautas, tostadas and quesadillas – even Mexican desserts like sopapillas. 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 $$-$$$ RUE DE L’ESPOIR 99 Hope Street; 751-8890. In business for over 30 years, the Rue has only gotten better. Beautifully prepared with the freshest ingredients, the innovative, constantly changing menu keeps diners on their toes. Superb brunch. BBrLD $$-$$$

Newport NEWPORT TOKYO HOUSE 6 Equality Park Place; 847-8888. For fine Japanese cuisine in the City by the Sea, this is the place. Their menu includes all your favorites, including a sushi bar and hibachi grill. LD $-$$

North Kingstown BEACH ROSE CAFÉ 85 Brown Street; 295-2800. For casual waterfront dining on historic Wickford Harbor, visit the Beach Rose Café. Enjoy breakfast or lunch while you admire the views or the local art. Serving beer and wine. BL $-$$ SERGIO’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE 1814 Boston Neck Road; 667-4999. Legendary husband and wife team Pat and Terry Orlando continue their tradition of culinary excellence at this Saunderstown eatery. Try their classic Italian, including homemade pasta with San Marzano tomato sauce. LD $$-$$$ 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

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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. LD $-$$

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So Delicious | Dining Guide 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 $-$$$ CUCINA TWIST 2095 Kingstown Road; 789-5300. With its lengthy wine list and unpretentious menu, Cucina Twist, owned by the Marra group, is a lovely place to relax for a great Italian dinner. Guests love the lobster ravioli or vitello valdostano. Mangia! D $-$$$ LILIANA’S 3009 Tower Hill Road; 789-4200. Serving authentic Italian at affordable prices, Liliana’s offers great service in a family atmosphere. Owner Dino Passeretta brings over 15 years of experience in Boston, New York and Miami to South County. LD $-$$$ PANERA BREAD 160 Old Tower Hill Road, Wakefield; 788-0102. This famous café provides hearty sandwiches on fresh-baked artisan bread, along with a wide selection of soups, salads, pastries, coffees, specialty beverages and more. BLD $ 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 $ RHODY JOE’S SALOON 515 Kingstown Road; 783-0008. Rhody Joe is a legendary Rhode Islander, and his name-

Warwick Chelo’s Waterfront 1 Masthead Drive, Warwick; 884-3000. Everybody’s favorite chain of Rhode Island family restaurants also provides great waterfront dining overlooking Greenwich Bay. Enjoy all the classics, plus deck and lawn seating, fire pits and live entertainment. LD $-$$ PINELLI’S CAFÉ AT NIGHT 701 Quaker Lane; 821-8828. This BYOB deli by day, café by night serves traditional Italianstyle deli food for the lunch crowd, and offers a wide array of appetizers, entrees, pastas and steaks for dinner. LD $-$$

West Greenwich 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 $$

Westerly 84 HIGH STREET CAFÉ 84 High Street; 596-7871. Under the guidance of executive chef Chris Champagne, both regional American and Mediterraneaninspired food become fun and flavorful creations. The trend-setting layout includes an open kitchen, where guests can watch the experienced and passionate chefs at work. BrLD $-$$$

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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 $-$$

TRATTORIA ROMANA 71 South County Commons Way; 792-4933. This authentic trattoria is the work of founder Luciano Canova, who grew up on a farm outside Rome, fulfilling his dream of offering great, homestyle Italian at reasonable prices. D $$

GUYTANNO’S 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 $$

Varanasi Indian Restaurant 99 Fortin Road; 782-0111. Taste the flavors of India with fabulous curries, Madras Chicken, Veggie Biryani, samosas and lentil soup, plus great vegan and vegetarian options. Open daily for take-out or eat-in. LD $

PHIL’S MARKETPLACE 114 Granite Street; 637-4885. This Westerly marketplace makes for an inexpensive and quick meal with sandwiches, soups and full entrees. Phil’s caters all occasions and is known for its gift baskets and Italian imports. LD $

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November FROM PREVIOUS PAGE November 21 Remember that guy who hung out behind the bleachers in high school and worked up that fake ID for you, entitling you to beer and cigarettes before your time and making you the hero of the party? Well, you might want to check his old stomping grounds and see if he’s still around to make you a reverse fake ID. Pretending to be 21 again will gain you discount access the Chorus of Westerly’s fall production of Handel’s Messiah, where they’ll team up with the Boston Festival Orchestra and conductor George Kent, and everyone under 30 pays a mere $13. 4pm and 6pm. $21, $33, $38, $35, $60. George Kent Performance Hall, 119 High Street, Westerly. 596-8663, www.chorusofwesterly.org. November 2-9 Add something impressive to your confection, other than those super sweet, super crunchy store bought letters, with Cake Decorating instruction, providing you with the knowhow for borders like roses, ribbons, basketweave and fondant taming. Tuesdays: 7-9pm. $50. Neighborhood Guild, 325 Columbia Street, Peace Dale. 789-9301, www.southkingstownri.com. November 4 Realize that if your extended invitation to the Beavers of Fisherville, offering a chance to look at habits and habitats, gets misheard as the Biebers of Fisherville, you will have to take the fall when Justin doesn’t appear. 5:307:30pm. $12, $8 Audubon Society members; ages 14+. Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter. 949-5454, www.asri.org. November 5-21 Revisit the timeless wisdom of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella that also just makes great shopping sense:

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if the shoe fits, it will slide on effortlessly and not require any band-aids to walk. $27, $24 seniors and members, $18 students and children under 18. Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston. 782-1018, www.courthousearts.org. November 6 Understand that whatever you purchase from the Early Christmas Bazaar, featuring a wide assortment of unique gift items designed and created by local artisans, will be accompanied by just a little slice o’ love that you can’t buy anywhere else. 10am4pm. Free. Fayerweather Craft Guild, 1859 Mooresfield Road, Kingston. 789-9072, www.fayerweathercraftguild.com. November 7 Save up some calories for a Chocolate Brunch, benefiting Visiting Nurses programs like home and hospice care, where traditional and contemporary entrees and confections by Russell Morin Fine Catering rival Charlie’s factory, minus those line-cutting Oompa Loompas. Noon-3pm. $75. Easton’s Beach Rotunda, 175 Memorial Boulevard, Newport. 849-2101, www.vnsri. org.

Windtalkers Through December 31: Say what? During World Wars I and II, that’s exactly what the enemy was wondering too when American Indians took to the airwaves and telephone lines. They signed up to serve their country, where their Native languages became a brilliant secret weapon to send messages that were indecipherable to the enemy. After all, in 1940 Germany, there were no continuing education classes in translating Navajo. Native Words, Native Warriors, produced by Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, tells the story of this valuable piece of history, via a short film, The Power of Words: Native Languages as Weapons of War, an interactive area to cipher and make codes for yourself, as well as a display of photos and memorabilia collected from living Pequot veterans. Wednesday-Saturday:10am-4pm. $15, $10 ages 6-15. Mashantucket Pequot Museum, 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, CT. 800-411-9671, www.pequotmuseum.org.

November 9 Discover How To Change the World With Your Bare Hands, as Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, NJ, speaks to inspire, not make you feel like a slacker – despite the fact that at 41, he’s already on his second term and the founder of a nonprofit. 7pm. Free. University of Rhode Island, Edwards Auditorium, Upper College Road, Kingston. 874-2381, www.uri.edu/hc.

clock and win prizes. 10am-3pm. $7, $5 members; plus the cost of regular admission. Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT. 860-5725315, www.mysticseaport.org.

sic insight into one of your most silent organs. 3:30-5pm. Free. University of Rhode Island, Pastore Building, Room 124, 51 Lower College Road, Kingston. 874-1000, www.uri.edu.

November 11 Race Thru Maritime History with your time stamped Passport Thru Time in hand, providing clues that will guide you to each exhibit, where you’ll uncover answers on a quest to beat the

November 12 Resume the conversation with your innards as Marilyn London, forensic anthropology consultant at the Smithsonian Institution, presents What Bones Can’t Tell Us, providing foren-

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November 16 Discover what it really means to be Native In New England, as Narragansett Tribal Elder Paulla Dove Jenning, Wanda Jean Lord of Honoring Our Own Power and Anthropologist Julianne Jennings deconstruct those often one-dimensional stereotypes. 7pm. Free. University of Rhode Island, Edwards Auditorium, Upper College Road, Kingston. 874-2381, www.uri. edu/hc. November 20 and 21 Applaud the partnership between the Contemporary Theatre Company and GEAR (Give Everyone A Role), who stage Alice In Wonderland without convincing any performer that their talent is curtain operations. Saturday: 7pm; Sunday: 2pm. $5. South Kingstown High School, 215 Columbia Street, Wakefield. 228-5175, www.thecontemporarytheatre.com. November 20 Hail the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, whose career of gospel, blues and R&B has spanned six decades, as a tribute to what happens when you’re working with sheer vocal talent instead of just crazy costumes and videos. 8pm. $45-$65. MGM Grand Theatre, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 39 Norwich Westerly Road, Mashantucket, CT. 1-800- FOXWOODS, www.foxwoods.com. November 23 Assemble Wind Chimes using agate slices and wire, so you’ll hear a pretty tinkling this winter to alert you to the fact that all of your heat is blowing out of your home. 6:30-8:30pm. $30, $20 North Kingstown residents; $15

material fee to instructor, all tools provided. Beechwood House Senior Center, 10 Beach Street, North Kingstown. www.nkartscouncil.org. November 26-December 3 Convince everyone that the elegant mansion setting of The Nutcracker, performed by the Island Moving Company, really is your home by wearing your PJs under your overcoat, so you can just sneak upstairs to bed, where your heart, if not wallet, knows you belong. 2pm and 6pm. $40-$135. Rosecliff, 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 847-4470, www.islandmovingco.org. November 26-December 12 Gain an appreciation for the simple pleasures of a well-crafted bowl at The South County Art Association 40th Holiday Pottery and Art Sale, offering hand-crafted clay bowls, plates, pots and ornaments, along with small paintings, drawings and photography. Wednesday-Sunday: 1-5pm. South County Art Association, Helme House, 2587 Kingstown Road, Kingston. 7832195, www.southcountyart.org. November 29 and December 6 Hypnotize Yourself to not only create a state of focused awareness that’ll allow you to access the power of your unconscious and reprogram yourself with useful thoughts and information, but to make better use of those boring weekly staff meetings, without tipping off your boss. 7-9pm. $50. All That Matters, 315 Main Street, Wakefield. 782-2126, www.allthatmatters.com.

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A good cup of coffee invigorates you. A great cup of coffee makes you sing. While some coffee shops frown on impromptu singing, Java Madness in Wakefield welcomes it – at least, once a week. On Saturday afternoons throughout the fall, winter and spring, Java offers an open mic event from 2-5pm. The waterside café is located right off Route 1 at Stone Cove Marina, but feels off the beaten trail, like a wellkept secret. With a relaxed atmosphere and a big, breezy deck overlooking Salt Pond, it’s the perfect place to enjoy live music with your latte – and to make music yourself. One recent Saturday, a friend and I settled on Java Madness’ sunny deck with steaming coffees and croque monsieur sandwiches. We found host Al Keith playing classic rock on his guitar and singing refreshingly gritty renditions of Beatles songs. An educator and oral historian as well as a musician, Keith believes that open mic is all about “freedom, democracy, love, passion for what you do, and not being worried about what people think.” This Charlestown resident loves the opportunity that the open mic format affords performers. Some hosts think that only artists of a certain caliber should be allowed to participate, but Keith calls such a theory “hogwash.” As he describes open mic, “It’s like tee-ball. Everybody gets a chance.” After Keith played a few tunes, he passed the mic to Jan, an eager soprano in a straw sun-hat. He provided subtle guitar accompaniment as she tackled “Fever,” “Summertime,” “Edelweiss,” and even “Don’t Stop Believing” with gusto. Then Keith took the mic again for a spirited original song, the Spanish title of

which he loosely translated as “The Liberated Rat.” It lived up to the title. Later, the lovely Paula Clare Ciminero stepped onstage to perform her own compositions and a Joni Mitchell cover. A talented member of the local band Limbic System, Ciminero brought her keyboard and sang with sweet, soulful abandon. The open mic event at Java Madness began with a customer suggestion. Manager Neil Pettit thought it was a great one, and another way for the coffeehouse to act as a community arts center of sorts. Newcomers find the laid-back scene inviting, rather than intimidating. Pettit points out, “For people that are practiced and play out a lot, it’s a great place to try out new music. You get an immediate reaction from the crowd if it’s good or bad. For people that don’t play out, it’s a great place to get the experience that you need to build your chops.” Owner Mark LaHoud adds, “We really want it to be as easy and low pressure as possible. We want people to come in and have fun.” LaHoud purchased Java Madness three years ago, and is now a proud, full-time South County resident. A drummer who keeps a guitar in his office, he recalls a spring open mic event when four or five musicians began playing together. He was on his way out, but ended up grabbing a conga and joining them for an hour. “That, to me, was like the perfect afternoon of music,” he recalls. “Anybody who wanted to could jump in – and it seemed like everybody did.” Given that the venue is alcohol-free, Java Madness’ open mic event is ideal for performers of all ages and especially encouraging to teens and older folks. This month, the café also provides the

setting for the Young Musicians Showcase, a benefit for the one of 52 Hunger Network. Hosted by Kim Petrarca and Matt Fearns of the band SLAM, the November 7 fundraiser (12-4pm) includes a food drive and performances by the pop/ punk group She Said That, guitarist Jimmy Fitzgerald, and the band Two Gems (featuring Toll Gate High School senior Julie Melucci). If Saturday afternoons at Java Madness awaken your inner performer, why not wield that star power at more open mic events? You can find them nearly every night of the week in Southern RI: Mondays starting at 8pm at Perks & Corks (62 High Street, Westerly. 5961260, www.perksandcorks.com); Tuesdays and Saturdays at 8:30pm at the Greenwich Hotel (162 Main Street, East Greenwich. 884-4200); Wednesdays at 7pm at Indigo Lounge & Pizzeria (599 Tiogue Avenue, Coventry. 615-9600, www.indigopizza.com) and 9pm at Dan’s Place (880 Victory Highway West Greenwich; 392-3092, www.danspizzaplace.com); Thursdays at 9pm at Oak Hill Tavern (565 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown. 294-3282, www.oakhilltavern.com) and at Tara’s Joyce Family Pub (907 Matunuck Beach Road, Matunuck. 284-1901, www.thejoycefamilypub.net). Shine on!

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in his surroundings, Jamestown glass artist Paul Housberg likes to find his inspiration from the array of endless architecture and nature that we see everyday. Yet, Housberg has a different way of “seeing” such sights. Recently, he constructed four installation screens for the Governor Philip W. Noel Judicial Complex in Warwick. For Housberg, these vivid screens represent the Rhode Island wetland habitats and their changes each season. “My inspiration comes from the architecture and the nature of the site, including a consideration for the users of the particular facility,” he explains. “The most successful installations are those that cause the viewer to stop, at least for a moment, and become more aware of the architecture and the environment they inhabit.” Viewing a few pieces, such as the summer screen in the aforementioned courthouse, and a piece within the lobby of the Peninsula Chicago Hotel, you cannot help but stop and observe the connection between the glass, nature and the architecture that he so beautifully captures. Born in New York, Paul Housberg originally came to Rhode Island to study painting at the Rhode Island School of Design. He then went on to study glass with famed glass sculptor Dale Chihuly, and received his Master of Fine Arts in 1979. Finding his niche, Housberg continued his studies in England and the International Center for Glass Research

$2 OFF WITH THIS AD in France. “I was drawn to glass for its atmospheric color and possibilities for integration into architecture as a public art form,” he recalls. When creating his pieces, Housberg tends to use fusing and kilnforming techniques. Kilnforming is the process of using a kiln (or furnace), to fuse, mold or bend two or more pieces of glass together. Applying these techniques combined with the nature of the setting, Housberg produces larger projects. “I enjoy the collaborative nature of creating large-scale installations,” he says. “In the best projects, the artist, architect, and client all bring ideas and expertise to the table and the work is invariably stronger as a result.” Housberg is currently working on several different pieces, but most noteworthy is a project that will be located in the new chemistry building at Princeton University. Students, faculty and visitors will be able to take pleasure in Housberg’s design, which consists of six walls, each 9’ x 5’. Locally, you can view Housberg’s pieces in Providence: in the lobby of the GTECH Center downtown, and in the meditation chapel at Women and Infants Hospital. You may also view more of his projects in New York, Chicago and Florida, where they can be found among hotels, restaurants, hospitals, corporate buildings and more. View more of Housberg’s work at www.glassproject.com or contact him at housberg@glassproject. com or 560-0880.

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Thanks for the Help Thanksgiving is just around the corner – and you’re probably too busy to think about it. If you lack the time, energy or – don’t be scared to admit it – culinary prowess to cook up that usual bounty of sides to accompany the turkey, don’t

Cranberry Stuffing

sweat it. Local grocers and specialty stores have you covered. Here are some choice selections.

We liked that the chunks of bread in this stuffing were light and fresh. Unlike your typically greasy traditional stuffing, this one didn’t sit heavily on the palate – or in your stomach. Dave’s Marketplace. Locations in East Greenwich, North Kingstown, Wickford and Warwick. www.davesmarketplace.com

Glazed Carrots

Photography: Tom Stio

Fried Pumpkin The first thing that struck us about this one was the peppery flavor. While some people thought it overwhelmed the more delicate pumpkin flavor, those of us who like our food with a kick appreciated it. Joyce’s Everyday Gourmet, 105 Franklin Street, Westerly. www.joyceseverydaygourmet.com

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Edamame & Squash Salad While we missed the usual saltiness of edamame (something easily remedied when you’re at a kitchen table, instead of in, say, an office), this light salad was nicely dotted with savory squash and made for another healthy side. Belmont Market. Locations in Wakefield and Narragansett. www.belmontmarket.com

We like the sweetness and simplicity of these carrots. They provided a bit more flavor than your typical, humble steamed carrots, but still seemed to qualify as a healthy option. Wickford Marketplace, 70 Brown Street, North Kingstown. www.wickfordmarketplace.com

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CHARMING COTTAGE CASTLE HILL CHARM $1,295,000

$1,095,000

JAMESTOWN. Sweeping panoramas from this classic 2,590 sq. ft., 4-bedroom home on .32 acre bordering the golf course.

NEWPORT. Deeded rights to Castle Hill Beach and ocean views from sun-filled 2,246 sq. ft., four-bedroom home on .46 acres.

HIGHLAND HOUSE

BUNGALOW BEAUTY

$799,000

$775,000

JAMESTOWN. Close to Mackerel JAMESTOWN. Lovely, new 1,900 sq. ft, 3Cove, this 2,164 sq. ft. three-bed- bedroom home on 11,087 sq. ft.lot with room home sits on a beautifully charm and character close to Sheffield Cove will be ready for Christmas. landscaped .98 acre.

BAYVIEW CLASSIC

SEASIDE COTTAGE

JAMESTOWN. Delightfully affordable two-bedroom, two-bath 1,420 sq. ft. condominium is across the street from the beach and marina.

WARWICK. Fabulous Narragansett Bay views from this delightful cottage across the street from the beach. Walk to Potowomut and park.

$499,500

$450,000

BAYVIEW BEAUTY $995,000

WATERVIEW CAPE WICKFORD CONTEMPORARY $965,000

$899,000

JAMESTOWN. Enjoy a private inground pool and water views from this 3,300 sq. ft., three-bedroom Cape on 1.09 acres.

NORTH KINGSTOWN. On over 18 acres, this 4,424 sq. ft. house has a gourmet kitchen, two marble fireplaces and main floor master.

FRENCH PROVINCIAL

“LAS PALMAS INN”

BAYBERRY WATERVIEW

JAMESTOWN. Spacious 3,244 sq. ft., 4-bedroom home on a private, 1.84 acre corner lot in East Passage Estates has deeded beach rights.

NEWPORT. Recently renovated 2,614 sq. ft., Bed and Breakfast with five guest rooms/private baths, dining room and on-site parking.

JAMESTOWN. Views of Narragansett Bay from the major living areas of this 1,144 sq. ft., home on .81 acres in the heart of Beavertail.

JAMESTOWN. Dramatic 1,561 sq. ft. fifth-floor, 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium has fabulous Newport Bridge and harbor views.

$599,000

$549,000

“TOP O’ THE MARK” LAND WALDEN WOODS GEM $299,500

$249,000

JAMESTOWN. Unique opportunity to build on private, 1.46 acre lot with deeded natural buffer and bordered on 2 sides by stone wall.

CRANSTON. Spacious 1,894 sq. ft. fourbedroom home on quiet cul-de-sac has great room/fireplace, master suite, private deck and terrace.

REALTORS

Michelle Datoli Erica Gregg Maureen Dunn-Packer Jackie Perrett Cort Facteau Gloria Kurz, Principal

www.mansionsandmanors.com

$499,900

STONY LANE LAND $225,000

NORTH KINGSTOWN. Large 4+ acre wooded lot on Stony Lane has approval for a 5-bedroom septic system and is next to Harbour Hills neighborhood.

7 FERRY WHARF JAMESTOWN, RI 02835 401.423.7000

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