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A face lift for the Greenwich Odeum
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9 Editor’s Note
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29 The Spirit of the Season From tree lightings to holiday happenings, South County gets festive this month
10 Online Happenings 15 So Happening
Take a tour of The Mill at Shady Lea 16 So & So 21 Social Network
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Romeo and Juliet Candles put the “wick” in Wickford 39 Life/Style 43 Shopping 45 Style Tastemaker
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Finding a weekend escape in Matunuck
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Hop on the gravy train to Frankie’s Italian Bistro 50 Review 52 Foodie Journal 55 Tastemaker 57 Dining Guide
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TAKING CANCER CARE TO THE NEXT LEVEL, THANKS TO YOU. New South County Health Cancer Center is now open! Made possible by the generosity of the South County community, the South County Health Cancer Center is a state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment environment modeled on top cancer facilities nationwide. The center embraces our patients with a coherent, convenient system that brings a team of cancer specialists together under one roof to facilitate collaboration and the delivery of care. An array of clinical services, including physicians’ offices, is located just steps away from a fully redesigned infusion therapy center. With the center’s opening, South County Health reaffirms its long-held commitment to making high-quality cancer care easy to access right here in southern Rhode Island. Our multi-disciplinary team of cancer experts includes board certified physicians, oncologists, hematologists, pharmacists, radiologists, surgeons, and nurses offering the latest advances in diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up. Accredited by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, the center provides nearly all cancer care services under one roof, including complementary therapies and rehabilitation programs.
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Show and Tell It’s easy to take local artists for granted. Usually we only ever see the fruits of their labor, not the labor itself. But every year, the Mill at Shady Lea opens its studio doors and welcomes the public inside to see how local treasures are made. From the works of glass blowers to weavers, like Phyllis Detwiler of Periwinkle Handwovens, Shady Lea has a lot to see.
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Milling Around With Artists Shady Lea’s Open Studios offer a peek at the process Now that the holiday season is in full swing, it’s time to search for gifts. With a hundred years worth of history and over 40 artists, the historic Mill at Shady Lea, which will be opening its doors December 3-4 for its 19th annual Open Studios, is the perfect place to find all sorts of treasures. Artisans of all mediums, from photography to woodwork, are housed at the mill. Some artists on display this year include the award-winning Anchor Bend Glassworks team, which consists of childhood friends Justin Tarducci, Timothy Underwood and
Michael Richardson. Julie Munafo, an artist who makes wreaths, jewelry and frames will also be featured at the Open Studios. There are some new artists this year, such as floral designers Michelle and Courtney Botelho, artist Andrea Raynor and sculptor Elizabeth Lind. Christopher Terry, a writer from Utah State University, will make his Open Studios debut. Lynn Krim, the director of the Mill at Shady Lea, is excited to welcome the public into its magic atmosphere. “They’ll be able to see and talk to the artists,” says Lynn. “They can
The award-winning team at Anchor Bend Glassworks will be demonstrating their delicate craft at Shady Lea’s annual open studio.
Take a moment to appreciate the work that artists like jewelry maker Julie Munafo put into their craft throughout the year
see something being made, and it’s a whole lot different from going to a store and buying a piece of art.” The best thing about the mill, according to Lynn, is the collaborative nature. “They get inspired by one another, and support each other.” The artists often find the mill through word of mouth and turn to their fellow milldwellers for help on a project. If the art isn’t enough of a draw, the festivities will also include music,
food, drinks and live demonstrations. Admission is free, but Lynn asks that attendees bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the North Kingstown Food Bank. The annual Open Studios event is your chance to get a look inside of the artists’ space, and experience the art firsthand. It only happens once a year, so be sure to stop by. December 3-4. 215 Shady Lea Road, North Kingstown. TheMillAtShadyLea.com –Marrissa Ballard
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Providence’s mob legacy may be familiar to Rhode Islanders, particularly those old enough to remember, for lack of a better term, the good old days of mob rule. But it’s a fascinating legacy to revisit. Take The Last Good Heist, an outstanding piece of pulp non-fiction published earlier this year that looks at the players behind a local
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$32 million jewel heist in the ‘70s. Our capital city’s less reputable past is about to get another high profile examination with the new podcast, Crimetown. Created by the producers behind HBO’s true crime miniseries Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst, Crimetown will follow in the footsteps of
podcasts like Serial, where each season will dive deep into a specific topic. For their first season, for better or worse, they chose Providence. A short, obscenity-laced teaser released last month hinted at a wildly addicting listen, complete with plenty of mobsters with thick New England accents, crooked cops, murder, mayhem
and the delivery of a box simply labeled “Buddy Tapes” that leaves producers Marc Smerling and Zac Stuart-Pontier audibly stunned. They may not be the city’s proudest moments, but we’ll be listening every week. Crimetown premiered on November 20, with new episodes due out weekly. Stream Crimetown on iTunes and Spotify. –Tony Pacitti
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glide into the season You might not be Michelle Kwan, but that shouldn’t stop you from welcoming winter with one of our most quintessential cold weather activities: ice skating. The state’s various skating rinks open on Mother Nature’s timetable, but should be ready for visitors in early December. Check out Providence’s alex and ani City Center (AlexAndAniCityCenter.com) for your annual dose of winter-in-the-city warm and fuzzies. Have Visions of sugarplums You might not consider yourself a ballet aficionado during the rest of the year, but at the holidays, all bets are off. Once you’re watching sugarplum fairies and toy soldiers come to life during The Nutcracker, it’s straight down the childhood nostalgia rabbit hole. Festival Ballet (FestivalBallet. com) stages their production at the Providence Performing Arts Center
from December 16-18 and Heritage Ballet performs theirs at Woonsocket’s Stadium Theatre (StadiumTheatre. com) from December 17-18. get on the Christmas train Think the only holiday transportation is a sleigh? Think again. Santa has been spotted riding the rails in Rhode Island. Woonsocket’s Blackstone Valley Polar express (BlackstoneValleyPolarExpress.com) runs through December 23, and offers various surprises in the Dasher, Dancer and Prancer cars. Hoof it The holiday season has more eating and drinking than any other – and right around December 26, you start feeling it in your waistband. Don your finest holiday regalia for the downtown Jingle 5K (DowntownJingle5K.com) in Providence on December 4 – it will make you feel less guilty about eating all of those cookies that were meant for Santa. Have Holiday High tea Maybe formal tea service isn’t your cup of tea the rest of the year, but there’s something magical about china cups and perfectly decorated tiny cakes at the holidays. Providence’s Lippitt House Museum (PreserveRI.org) offers Victorian Holiday High tea on Sundays this month. Blithewold in Bristol
Lace up for family fun at the Alex and Ani City Center skating rink in downtown Providence
(Blithewold.org) offers Children’s Holiday tea on Monday afternoons in December, and afternoon teas during the week throughout the month. Channel international traditions Celebrate like the Irish at A Christmas Celtic Sojourn, a live performance of the popular radio show A Celtic Sojourn, at The Vets in Providence (TheVetsRI. com) on December 16. Brown University presents their annual, beloved latin Carol Celebration (Brown.edu/Academics/Classics/Events) to the First Baptist Church in Providence on December 5, featuring classic Christmas carols performed by Brown acapella groups in, you guessed it, Latin. Celebrate on the silver screen You may have your annual viewing of It’s a Wonderful Life with your family, but there’s nothing quite like a holiday tradition on the big screen. Stadium Theatre in Woonsocket (StadiumTheatre.com) is hosting a free viewing of A Christmas Story on December 22.
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Be merry and Bright Let’s face it: December is the last time you’re going to enjoy being outside until the tulips are blooming again. Enjoy the moments at sparkle! an outdoor family event on Friday evenings
through December 23 at Blithewold Mansion in Bristol (Blithewold.org), when the whole property lights up with holiday cheer. Trees on the extensive grounds are decorated with lights, there’s a bonfire to roast marshmallows and there’s a lot of cocoa, family fun and merrymaking. raise Your Voice The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra and Providence Singers (ProvidenceSingers.org) perform Handel’s Messiah on December 10 at The Vets in Providence. Feel free to sing along. The good news is that if you’re a little pitchy, no one is going to notice. Walk in a Winter Wonderland Pawtucket’s Winter Wonderland (WinterWonderlandPawtucket.com) is a sight to see – Slater Park comes to life with over 500 trees decorated with twinkling lights, as well as Victorian homes done up for the holidays, visits with Santa and family-friendly entertainment. In Tiverton, there’s a different kind of wonderland: the re-tree exhibit in Tiverton Four Corners (TivertonFourCorners.com). People craft trees out of recycled materials and install them on the grounds of the Four Corners Meeting House for a must-see art exhibit.
Photo courtesy of (Bottom) Blithewold Mansion, (Top) Alex and Ani Skating Center
it’s the most wonderful time of the year… assuming you can find some time at all. Between all of the rushing around you’re going to do, which will certainly take you to Providence and the East Bay, take some time to enjoy the season. Rhode Island has lots to offer for the holidays (and for ideas closer to home, check out our cover story on p. 29).
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he Greenwich Odeum is back, ladies and gentlemen, and with more than just a new coat of paint. After a three-month closure, the Odeum is reopening with a complete facelift. The renovations are thanks to new president Dan Speca, who is slated to remain in the position through next year. In his short term, the Odeum has been awarded $600,000 in grants from the Rhode Island State Council of the Arts and The Champlin Foundations, which have funded these latest renovations. With national acts selling out this small space, the Odeum has begun to thrive. These big artists are coming because of its small size. “It’s stripped down: the artist and a guitar, them and the band,” Dan says. “It’s [the artist] talking about themselves, talking about their career.” This intimate venue is seeing big names like “American Pie” singer Don McLean on December 2, and the New Year will bring in acts like Sha Na Na (February 18) and David Cassidy (March 3). Colin Hay recently played the theatre, which sold out, as did former American Idol Taylor Hicks. “For the patron it’s fantastic. Every seat is a good seat,” Dan says. The Odeum’s doors closed this past June for the three-month renovation project. Dan considers this phase one of a multi-phased project. He also goes on to comment on how these renovations only seek to make the Odeum better, not to 24
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replace its rich history. “I really want to make sure we balance progress with preservation,” he says. “As much as the building is 90 years old, there are certain things we want to maintain.” In fact, during the renovations there were artifacts from the theatre’s history unearthed that will be going on display in the lobby.
flame retardant seats, but it soon became apparent that more work needed to be done to get the theatre updated to meet fire codes, become compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design and allow for more room in the front of house.
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The Odeum looks beautiful after the most recent renovations. This phase included completing the majority of the sprinkler work in order to continue moving towards updated fire regulations. Though still working on getting up to fire code, all guidelines for shows are followed, including having a fire detail on hand when there will be more than 300 patrons in the theatre. Phase one also saw a complete remodel of the front of house. Now when you enter the Odeum you are met with crisp, clean walls with monitors on them that project current and upcoming acts. If you enter and go to the left you will find yourself at the new refreshment area. Going to the right leads to the box office, which is still original to when the theatre first opened. It’s also where the theatre’s one part-time employee works. The rest of the theatre is still completely maintained by volunteers. The complete upheaval on the front of house during renovations meant that the auditorium had to get just a little smaller, without sacrificing seat
The theatre itself has had a long history with closing and reopening. The Odeum originally opened in 1926 as a vaudeville theatre that also featured movies. The theatre functioned well for many years, but closed in 1990 due to competing multiscreen cinemas. Though the theatre reopened in 1994, the aftermath of the 2003 Station nightclub fire resulted in stricter fire code rules and regulations. Unable to manage the costs to update the theatre, it once again closed. For nearly half a decade the beautiful Main Street theatre remained dormant. With no one to occupy it and no means of bringing it up to code, the theatre found itself in limbo. What was to become of the Greenwich Odeum? Luckily, the theatre was given a generous grant from The Champlin Foundations, which led to it going into renovations for a three-year-period. On January 26, 2013, the Odeum opened once again. This round of renovations helped bring about new
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Have a merry and bright holiday season in South County (and beyond) By Julie Tremaine • Illustrations by Meghan H. Follett
December is the busiest month of the year. Between all of your shopping, cooking, wrapping and merrymaking, take some time to enjoy the festive celebrations happening all over southern Rhode Island.
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December 1 in Updike Park with the tree lighting and performances from the North Kingstown Community Youth Chorus and the Lafayette Band. Festivities will continue through December 4 with Santa’s arriving daily at the Town Dock by boat, hayrides around Wickford, an elf parade and more. Various locations, Wickford. 295-7200, WickfordVillage.com
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Have yourself a merry little Christmas at these festive events They may be summer cottages, but The Breakers, Marble House and The Elms go all out for Christmas at the Newport Mansions. Think a 15-foot tall poinsettia tree at The Breakers and a Gilded Age streetscape in the ballroom at The Elms, complete with sleighs and a topiary horse, in addition to 28 Christmas trees that reflect the decor in the mansions, and festive events all month long. On select Friday and Saturday evenings in December, there are Holiday Evenings at The Breakers, and a Holiday Evening Duet at The Elms and Marble House on December 17. Various locations, Newport. 847-1000, NewportMansions.org At Santa’s Arrival in Downtown Westerly, Santa makes his grand entrance by fire truck on November 25. Along with the Winter Lady and other characters welcoming in the season, this free event will also feature coloring books and lollipops for the good boys and girls that attend. 4 High Street, Westerly. 596-7761, OceanChamber.org Ocean House may be a chic summer destination, but in December, it’s all about feeling like a kid again. There are festive events all month, and their holiday decorations include a lifesized gingerbread house scene. Enjoy a Brunch with Santa on Sundays in December, a Madeline Children’s Tea on November 25 or a Children’s Christmas Tea: The Nutcracker on December 11. 1 Bluff Avenue, Watch Hill. 855-678-0364 East Greenwich kicks off their holiday festivities with Small Business Saturday on November 26, when businesses along Main Street and beyond will be offering specials in their stores, and there will be live entertainment and games along the streets. Things get even jollier on December 2 for the Town Hall Tree Lighting, with music by the St. Luke’s Children’s Choir before Santa arrives on a vintage fire truck to light the tree. Various locations, East Greenwich. EastGreenwichChamber.com The Wickford Village Festival of Lights is a beloved annual tradition, where the quaint harborside village turns up the coastal charm. The fun begins on
The Wakefield Village Association is putting on Wakefield Winter Wonderland on December 3. The evening of merrymaking will include a tree lighting, caroling by the Contemporary Theater Chorus, a scavenger hunt throughout local boutiques and trolley rides. Luminarias will line the streets, and merchants will be dressed up as characters to reenact your favorite holiday scenes. Various locations, Wakefield. Find “Wakefield Winter Wonderland” on Facebook. Christmas in Newport is a month-long event where festive things are happening every day. Things kick off on December 1 with a tree lighting in Washington Square, and goes all month long, from lantern-lit holiday walking tours to wreath and art sales, festive concerts, black tie galas and more. There’s even New England’s biggest gingerbread lighthouse on display. Various locations, Newport. ChristmasInNewport.org Narragansett is having two festive events on December 4. The Narragansett Festival of Lights is an all day affair, featuring kids activities like face painting and photos with Santa, performances by Narragansett school chorus groups, a Hello Van Gogh painting party, food trucks, puppet performances and more. The event is capped off with a tree lighting and fireworks display at 5pm. Nearby at Pier Marketplace, they’re hosting a Luminary Stroll, with horse-drawn wagon rides, goodies and shopping deals at the shops. Various locations, Narragansett. NarragansettRI.gov Things are sure to get delicious at Sweenor’s Chocolates Holiday Open House on December 4. The annual event features live candy cane making demos, samples of candy and hot chocolate, and photos with Santa. 21 Charles Street, Wakefield. 783-4433, SweenorsChocolates.com
Santa makes his grand entrance by boat at the Wickford Village Festival of Lights
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Charlestown is ringing in the holidays with their Annual Tree Lighting on December 2, with caroling by the Chariho Middle School choir, snacks, crafts and a visit from Santa. Entries into the town’s gingerbread competition will be on display, and prizes will be awarded. Charlestown Town Hall, 4540 South County Trail, Charlestown. 364-1222, CharlestownRI.org
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Travel back in time to Christmas with the Whitehornes on December 10. Historians at Newport’s Whitehorne House will explain holiday traditions from the early 1800s, from everything from decorations to food to Christmas trees. Participants also get a booklet of recipes from Mrs. Whitehorne’s Sugar House Book. 416 Thames Street, Newport. 847-2248, NewportRestoration.org The Newport Polar Express runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, through December 25. On board the all-first-class train, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while everyone from conductors to elves ensure a merry experience, including a reading of the story itself. Greene Lane Station, Burma Road, Middletown. DiscoverNewport.org Any other day, an Italian meal would be a carb fest – but not on Christmas Eve. The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a traditionally religious Italian meal, but anyone can enjoy it as part of your holiday festivities. The Weekapaug Inn in Westerly is serving their version on December 24, called Feast of the Fishes Christmas Eve Dinner, where you can enjoy all of the tradition with none of the cooking. 25 Spray Rock Road, Westerly. 855-679-2995, WeekapaugInn.com
weekends: November 25-27, and November 29-December 2. There’s also a mini-performance on December 4 at Sandywoods Center for the Arts in Tiverton. 3 Charles Street, Newport. 847-7740, IslandMovingCo.org If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, well, don’t. It’s too early for real snow. But if you’re dreaming of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, that’s another thing entirely. Ocean State Theatre Company puts on a stage version of the beloved movie musical from December 2-24. You might not see Bing Crosby live on stage, but this is the next best thing. 1245 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. 9211777, OceanStateTheatre.org Laugh off your holiday stress at Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield. They’re offering their comedic variety show An Evening with Donner and Blitzen from December 2-24. You’ll actually be able to say you joined in reindeer games. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com
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There may be other Scrooges on stage this month in Rhode Island, but none of them are going to sing. Granite Theatre in Westerly stages its annual production of A Christmas Carol, A Musical, from November 25-December 23. The show is an original musical adaptation by company Music Director Stephen DeCesare. 1 Granite Street, Westerly. 596-2341, GraniteTheatre.com Island Moving Company is bringing back their beloved holiday tradition, The Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff. It doesn’t get more magical than ballet performed in an actual mansion. This year, performances are happening on two
Let visions of sugarplums dance in your head this month. You might not normally love ballet, but during the holidays, all bets are off. Providence Ballet Theatre brings the classic poem ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas to life at The Prout School in Wakefield on December 18. 4640 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield. 861-4842, ProvidenceBallet.com
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Loving to sing isn’t the same thing as having a great voice, but if you’ve got great singers to follow, none of that matters. Join the Chorus of Westerly for their Messiah Sing on December 3 or their Christmas Pops on December 18. There’s no more instant way to channel holiday spirit than to make a joyful noise. 119 High Street, Westerly. 596-8663, ChorusOfWesterly.org The Warwick Symphony Orchestra’s annual holiday show is back for another season. This year, the theme is The Kingdom of This World. There are two performances locally: December 4 at St. Kevin Church in Warwick, and December 11 at the URI Fine Arts Center Recital Hall. WSORI.org The Rhode Island Civic Chorale and Orchestra is hosting A Jubilant Bach Christmas on December 4 at St. Joseph’s Church in Newport. The company will perform Christmas Oratorio by Johann Sebastian Bach, in English, that was first performed at Christmas in 1734. 5 Mann Avenue, Newport. 5215670, RICCO.org
Don’t miss South County Art Association’s 46th Annual Holiday Pottery & Art Sale. It’s been happening this long for a reason: great artwork by South County artists, at affordable prices. Think assorted prints, photography and small paintings, cards, jewelry and ceramics by SCAA members, on sale from November 25-December 17. 2587 Kingstown Road, Kingston. 783-2195, SouthCountyArt.org Conanicut Island Art Association is having its fun, yearly Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair at the Lawn Avenue School on December 3, complete with music, food and quality items from more than 35 vendors. 55 Lawn Avenue, Jamestown. ConanicutArtAssociation.com On December 3-4, Shady Lea Mill opens its doors for its 19th Annual Open Studios. See talented, world-class artists in their natural habitat, as glass blowers, potters and guitar makers offer a glimpse of what goes into making their stunning works. If you buy something as a gift, great – but if you buy something for yourself, we won’t tell. 215 Shady Lea Road, North Kingstown. 290-7548, TheMillAtShadyLea.com The Jamestown Arts Center’s Holiday Arts Market features high quality and unique curated works like glass, clothing, painting, prints, ceramics and jewelry by local artists on December 9-10. 18 Valley Street, Jamestown. 560-0979, JamestownArtCenter.org
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A Vacation State of Mind When Connecticut resident David Albino took a trip to Matunuck, he found a summer home in need of TLC. And the house, which was built as a wedding present, became another kind of gift to the new owner: both he and the home made the other better.
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What should we look for in a contractor? Remodeling is a great way to refresh and customize your home. It’s also a big decision. You’ve probably put some money aside to remodel, and now you’re inviting a team to come inside your home for a few weeks, maybe months. So I’d say the first thing you want to look for is trust. You need to trust the company you’re hiring to make the best decisions for you and your home. From the quality of the materials and installation to the transparent and collaborative process, you should look for a reputable, professional company that is licensed and insured, and that puts the clients’ needs first. What are the advantages of hiring a design-build firm? Having a professional team that works together towards a common goal is really the key to a successful remodel. A design-build-remodel company will approach your project with the big picture in mind. The DiStefano Brothers’ in-house team includes design engineers, selection specialists, skilled craftsmen and stone and tile installers that can handle any remodel project from start to finish. What is your remodel process like? Our process is based on open and honest communication, so there are never any surprises when it comes to deadlines and budgets. We get to know our clients and how they want to live in their homes.
Some clients have a complete vision for their project while others welcome ideas from our design team. The process is as collaborative as the client wants it to be, and our team respects how hands-on or hands-off the client is. Our common goal is to keep the homeowner well informed throughout the process and to deliver the highest-quality work. What other trends are you seeing? Currently, we’re seeing classic kitchen looks as the trend with gray and white continuing to be the top colors. Open floor plans for functionality, quartz countertops with a natural stone look yet maintenance free characteristics, and large islands for entertaining are the key design details. Polished chromes and brushed nickel remain to be a popular choice – these finishes have no limits and harmonize well from traditional to contemporary designs. Aging in place remodels are also a growing request. We’re working with maturing homeowners that are making modifications that enable them to live comfortably in their own homes. Accessibility options in bathrooms include zero-threshold showers instead of a tubs, adding grab bars for support, installing a shower bench or seats, comfort-height toilets and wall-hung vanities for comfortable wheelchair access. Kitchen modifications include motion or touch faucets, open or pull-down shelving, roll out trays in cabinetry and multi-level work surfaces for cooks of different heights.
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The Albinos’ oceanside retreat in Matunuck has been a welcome respite for 20 years
Home Everlasting A summer home in Matunuck added a lot more to the Albino family than just a vacation
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In 1996, David Albino’s
sister was tasked with planning the Waterbury, CT-based family’s summer vacation. Excited about the coastal enclave on Rhode Island’s southern shore, the elder Albino told her family with delight that they were headed to Matunuck. “I said, ‘What the heck is Matunuck?’” recalls David with a laugh. But he was intrigued, and despite a demanding career that left little time for excursions, David went along for the ride and quickly found himself falling for the seaside village’s quiet charm. One afternoon during their stay, David and his wife Kathleen went for a bike ride to explore the area. Thinking they had seen all there was to see, David was ready to call it a day when Kathleen suggested riding a bit longer. “So we wound up on this point and I saw
this house with a big ‘For Sale’ sign on it,” David says. Perhaps serendipitously, before they had left Connecticut, David and his father spoke briefly about looking at property near the shore, but at the time David didn’t think much of the conversation. After all, it’s common fodder when on vacation. Real estate was his career, and David had seen his share of beautiful if unappreciated homes. But this one was different. Perched on Matunuck’s highest point, the 1930s Victorian-influenced home boasted original period architecture, 180-degree water views and ample space for extended family getaways. “I felt an immediate connection to it,” says David. Curiosity got the best of him, so he spoke to neighbors and learned more about the home’s history. He was “dumbfounded” when he
learned of the surprisingly affordable asking price. “The owner was a wealthy man whose wife had recently died. He lived down the road and he wanted to unload the house for a number of reasons,” David explains. The owner had intended to gift the home to his daughters, asking them to be responsible for the insurance, taxes and basic operational costs; however, according to what David was told, the daughters declined to assume responsibility for the house. “But they wanted to continue to go down there and party. I found out that when they’d visit, they’d pull the ‘For Sale’ sign off it because they didn’t actually want their father to get rid of it.” The house had been toiling on the market for more than a year before fate intervened. It was a Wednesday when David
first laid eyes on the Victorian and the family trip was in its final days. The whole idea of making Matunuck a more permanent part of their lives was an exciting prospect, but if David wanted to do this he knew he needed to act quickly. “I knew if we went back to Connecticut without closing the deal, it would have been lost,” he says. David, who is in business with his father, says he had to do some serious arm twisting on his old man. Though his father liked the home, it would be a substantial investment as it needed work. But David convinced him. “And it was one of the best financial decisions we made in our lives.” The day he signed on the dotted line proved to be something David would never forget. “As I was driving up Ocean Avenue to the house for the final walk-though the day of December 2016 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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the closing, I was so overcome with emotion I started crying. I come from a working-class family, from a working class city,” he says. “It underscores what can happen when you work hard.” While the home’s original detail was charming, it was also outdated. The main level comprised a series of segregated rooms and the kitchen was in need of a new design. “The first floor was all broken up into small segments: small living room, small dining room, small kitchen; all broken up with walls. We took out all the load bearing walls and had them put in steel beams so it was open, we added on the area where the kitchen is now, and added on a full bath.” The Albinos consulted with a designer at a custom kitchen fabrication
company in Meridian, C.T. David had been interested in mahogany cabinetry but questioned whether it would be a suitable wood for such purpose. “They said it was a very bold move, and so I asked if being so close to the ocean, with the salt air, if that would affect it. She said to me, ‘Well, ships were made of mahogany, so I’d say we’re all good.’” Because the floor plan was modified when they opened up the main floor, new floors would have to be installed. In keeping with the integrity of the original quartersawn antique pine, the couple had the floors custom cut throughout. The wood came from an old factory in his hometown of Waterbury, which warmed David’s heart. The careful wood detailing, one could say, is an homage to the home’s
first owner who owned a lumber company. As the story goes, he had the house built as a wedding present for his daughter. “The electrical, plumbing, all the lighting, everything inside the house is brand new – coffered ceilings, custom molding; everything was done period exact,” he says. The house wasn’t the only thing transformed. David concedes that when he bought the home he was a workaholic who was overweight and stressed out. “Buying the house kind of changed things for me,” he reflects. “I said to myself, ‘If you don’t start taking care of yourself, you’re not going to be around to enjoy this place... That house changed my life.” He’s now been summering in Matunuck for 20 years. While David took care of the house, the house also took care of David.
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Doug Guilbert of Romeo and Juliet Candles has done what seemed impossible: he’s found a way to make a better candle. We took a minute to ask Doug about what is happening at the store this season and what makes these locally-made and handcrafted candles just so darn revolutionary.
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What makes Romeo and Juliet Candles different? Our candles are unique in that they burn soot-free. What that means is that the candle will not leave behind black soot on the jar. Most candles on the market are made of mostly paraffin wax, which is a petroleum product and a known carcinogen. Romeo and Juliet candles will burn longer, cleaner and throw a strong scent for the life of the candle. We use all American-made raw materials to ensure that we are producing a superior product. Our candles are hand-poured and crafted by artisans right here in Rhode Island and not mass produced. You’ve used a two-wick system in the majority of your candles. Why? The benefit of the two-wick system is that it allows the candle to burn clean and evenly with no wax left
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South County’s Got a Piece of the Pie From the owner of Pat’s Italian in Johnston comes Frankie’s Italian Bistro in North Kingstown. They’re bringing their “gravy” to South County to be enjoyed with pizza, pasta and meatballs. In an area sorely in need of a red sauce joint, Frankie’s fits the bill, and satisfies.
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It’s All Gravy North Kingstown gets a red sauce restaurant with Frankie’s Italian Bistro Growing up in Rhode Island,
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system, and my table was ready and waiting for me. The atmosphere was eclectic and a step or two up from your typical plastic tablecloth, paper napkin red sauce spot. True to my usual pattern, I started my night with the local beer on tap, which was Grey Sail’s Flying Jenny ($7). I was surprised the Italian beer staple, Peroni, was not on the menu, but they did have Birra Moretti. The wine list had a mix of
Chicken Mediterranean over house made pappardelle
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wines from around the world, and I was impressed with some of the choices from Italy including a Super Tuscan, a Barolo and a Montepulciano. They also offered sangria by the glass or pitcher in a choice of red, white, blackberry or kinky. The cocktail list offered a variety of choices, but since most were on the side of sweet, the table chose beer. However, the Limoncello Martini did catch my eye. It’s made with
limoncello, Ketel One Citron, lemonade and simple syrup, so I will have to try that next time. Frankie’s food is sourced as locally as possible, which is a nice touch. They get their produce from local hydroponic farms, and all of their meats, poultry and seafood are natural, antibiotic- and GMO-free. Much of the menu is made up of classic and updated Italian fare. The one appetizer that didn’t seem to jibe with the rest of the menu was the Sweet and Spicy Calamari ($12.95). We didn’t try it, but we were curious how a calamari with Thai chili sauce fit with everything else, so I may need to try that next time too. To begin the meal, my guests and I enjoyed the bread that was delivered with a nice tub of whipped butter. The bread was fresh and good. Make sure to save a couple of slices to dip in your sauce later in the meal. We also sampled the Vegetable Flatbread ($11.95) and the Eggplant Rollatini ($7.95). The flatbread was tasty and topped with plenty of mushrooms, roasted red peppers, spinach and melted mozzarella cheese. At our table, the Eggplant Rollatini was also a hit. The breaded eggplant was stuffed with Narragansett Creamy ricotta cheese and roasted red peppers. When it came time to order our entrées, we all knew exactly what we
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my family spent many Friday nights in one Italian-American red sauce joint or another. We have no Italian heritage, but we loved the mounds of pasta, the red sauce that was called “gravy” and those awesome fried mozzarella sticks that we dipped greedily into said gravy. It seems those old school red sauce joints have started to vanish, at least here in southern Rhode Island. On Federal Hill in Providence, they still thrive, but not down here. This summer I was excited to hear that Christine and Greg Stevens (of Pat’s Italian in Johnston) were opening a new restaurant called Frankie’s Italian Bistro in North Kingstown, and I couldn’t wait to make my first visit. Frankie’s Italian Bistro is located on Ten Rod Road close to the Wickford Junction train station. The restaurant opened in early October after renovating their restaurant space. Walking into Frankie’s, I especially liked how the main dining room was entirely separated from the bar. As an adult customer without children, I often seek out bar seating to avoid the kids in high chairs. The bar area is quite big with plenty of seats and some high top tables as well. On the night I visited, I had a reservation for the dining room. Making reservations was easy thanks to their online
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eggplant. The portion was so large that it hung off of the plate. It was everything you would want in Italian comfort food. All of our entrées came with a side of pasta. The restaurant offers two homemade pastas (pappardelle and radiatore) for a $1.95 upcharge. Other entrées on the menu included Grilled Pork Loin ($17.95), Seafood Risotto ($24.95) and a 10 oz. Filet Mignon ($28.95). In a town sorely in need of more dining options, Frankie’s Italian Bistro is sure to be a popular spot. I look forward to a return visit to try more items from their menu – I bet the meatballs are killer. If you don’t have a Grandma Mosca to make gravy for you, Frankie’s might be the next best thing.
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Sophie’s Coffee and Cafe closed suddenly in 2015. However, it recently reopened in the same location and has been rebranded as Sophie’s Brewhouse. The owners are happy to be back on the coffee scene, offering lots of baked goods – yes, even gluten-free ones – and hot caffeinated beverages just in time for sweater season. There’s hot chocolate, chai, lattes, espressos, cappuccinos and hot and iced coffees. Tasty bites include breakfast sandwiches, pastries, cookies, cakes, pies, scones, muffins and quiche. 699 South County Trail, Exeter. 295-4273, Facebook.com/SophiesBrewhouse
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good jams, and I like to empower my November staff. If they can do it let them do it. He’s been making a wild berry jam, a really good tomato jam and a strawberry jam. I give him the opportunity to explore and do whatever he wants because I know it’s what he really likes to do.
how much interaction do you have with the other Red Stripe in Providence? Consistency is the standard here: our grilled cheese here needs to taste the same as the grilled cheese in Providence. So does our tiramisu. We really want to keep to our standards so we can run things as smoothly and cohesively as possible together. We like to play off each other, talk about what we’re doing for specials, even share our jams. One of our sous chefs makes really
On the other end of the spectrum, I’ve seen some wine dinners. how do you enjoy crafting menus for those? The winery rep will come in and we’ll do a big tasting with the sous chefs, myself and a bunch of managers. We take notes and brainstorm with each other. [The wine dinners] give me a lot of freedom to cook and try some things we don’t really have here at Red Stripe. We don’t have Osso Buco on the menu, so we are doing Osso Buco for [a wine dinner]. We’re also doing a Veal Carpaccio and a Wild Boar and Sweet Apple Stuffed Ravioli with a butternut squash cream sauce. [The wine dinners] give me a lot more opportunities to show the town what we can do.
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SOUTHERN RI Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrLD $$$ Blu On the water Home to Rhode Island’s largest waterfront deck and three outdoor bars, with a wide menu and full raw bar. 20 Water St, East Greenwich, 885-3700. LD $-$$$ Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$ Chair 5 Locally sourced and seasonally inspired menus with a main restaurant and rooftop lounge. 1208 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, 363-9820. BrLD $-$$$ Champlin’s Seafood Dockside fresh seafood serving easy breezy cocktails. 256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, 783-3152. LD $-$$ Dante’s Kitchen American food with Southern flair. 315 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-7798. BL $-$$
Dragon Palace Chinese cuisine, sushi and bar. 577 Tiogue Ave, Coventry, 828-0100; 733 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield, 789-2300; 1210 Main St, Wyoming, 539-1102. LD $-$$ Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$ Frankie’s Italian Bistro Fine dining with imported wines from around the world. 1051 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown, 295-2500. D $-$$$ Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 3980027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$ George’s of Galilee Fresh caught seafood in an upscale pub atmosphere. 250 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 783-2306. LD $-$$ jigger’s Diner Classic ‘50s diner serving breakfast all day. 145 Main St, East Greenwich, 884-6060. BL $-$$ La Masseria Upscale Italian cuisine served in a chic setting with a rustic,
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Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 437-6950; 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2900. BrLD $$ Sa-tang Fine Thai and Asian fusion cuisine with gluten-free selections. 402 Main St, Wakefield, 284-4220. LD $-$$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich and Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$ Starbucks Coffee, tea, bakery items and lunch options. Multiple locations. Starbucks.com BL$-$$ t’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett, TsRestaurantRI.com. BL $ tavern by the Sea Waterfront European/American bistro. 16 W Main St, Wickford, 294-5771. LD $$ the Coast Guard house A New American menu with a seafood emphasis and extensive wine by the glass program. Visit for Sunday brunch for a local raw bar, lobster scrambled eggs and cocktails from locally produced
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Cucina Rustica Rustic, Italian-style dining combining comfort food and sophistication. 555 Atwood Ave, Cranston, 944-2500. LD $-$$ Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St, Providence, 273-2737. LD $-$$ Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 3980027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$ harry’s Bar & Burger Handcrafted sliders, brews and pub games. 121 N Main St. Providence, 228-7437; 301 Atwells Ave, 228-3336 LD $-$$ haruki Japanese cuisine and a la carte selections with casual ambiance.
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DINING GUIDE Locations in Cranston and Providence. HarukiSushi.com LD $-$$ Iron works tavern A wide variety of signature American dishes in the historic Thomas Jefferson Hill Mill. 697 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, 739-5111. LD $-$$$ jacky’s Galaxie Local Pan-Asian chain offering sushi and classic entrees in a modern atmosphere. Locations in Providence, North Providence, Bristol and Cumberland, JackysGalaxie.com. LD $-$$$
Opa the Phoenician Authentic Lebanese food served in a fun atmosphere with hookahs. 230 Atwells Ave, Providence, 351-8282. D $-$$$ Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 331-0003. LD $-$$
Pizza j A fun, upbeat atmosphere with thin crust pizza, pub fare and gluten-free options. 967 Westminster St, Providence, 632-0555. LD $-$$
Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 621-5893. LD $
Red Ginger Traditional Chinese restaurant and bar with a relaxed environment. 560 Killingly St, Johnston, 861-7878; 1852 Smith St, North Providence, 353-6688. LD $-$$
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steak Mixed grill selections and signature fish dishes sourced locally and seasonally. 11 Dorrance St, Providence, 351-4500. BLD $$-$$$ Meeting Street Cafe BYOB eatery with large menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner served all day. 220 Meeting St, Providence, 273-1066. BLD $-$$ Mill’s tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331. D $$$ Momo Dessert restaurant with crepes, home-made stir fry ice cream and bubble tea. 100 Washington St, Providence, 521-6666. BLD $ Mosaic Restaurant Syrian cuisine served in an intimate setting. 91 Rolfe Sq, Cranston, 808-6512. BLD $-$$$ Napolitano’s Brooklyn Pizza Classic Italian fare and traditional New York-style pizzas. 100 East St, Cranston, 383-7722; 380 Atwells Ave, Providence, 273-2400. LD $-$$ Ocean State Sandwich Company Craft sandwiches and hearty sides. 1345 Hartford Ave, Johnston. 155 Westminster St, Providence, 2826772. BL $-$$
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twin Oaks Family restaurant serving an extensive selection of Italian and American staples. 100 Sabra St, Cranston, 781-9693. LD $-$$$
the Crossings New American favorites in a chic, urban setting. 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, 732-6000. BLD $-$$$
Vinya test Kitchen Raw, plantbased, artful, small plates served by Chef Sam Bonanno. Delicious vegan cuisine, beautifully presented, and accompanied by creative mocktails (BYOB). 225A Westminster Street, Providence, 500-5189. D $-$$
the Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$ the Grange Vegetarian restaurant serving seasonal dishes with a juice bar, vegan bakery and cocktail bar. 166 Broadway, Providence, 831-0600. BrLD $-$$
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the Pizza Gourmet/ the Catering Gourmet From scratch wood-grilled pizzas and Italian American favorites. 357 Hope St, Providence, 751-0355. LD $-$$$
XO Cafe Creative cocktails and New American fare. 125 N Main St, Providence, 273-9090. BrD $$
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Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, 508-9996975. LD $$
the Salted Slate An agri-driven American restaurant with global influences. 186 Wayland Ave, Providence, 270-3737. BrLD $$-$$$
Bluewater Bar and Grill Casual restaurant with modern seafood dishes, patio seating and live music. 32 Barton Ave, Barrington, 247-0017. LD $$-$$$
the Villa Restaurant & Banquet Facility Family Italian restaurant with live music and entertainment. 272 Cowesett Ave, West Warwick, 8210060. D $-$$
Dewolf tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 254-2005. BLD $$-$$$
the Village Lively bar and grill with comfort fare, bar bites and beer. 373 Richmond St, Providence, 228-7222. BrLD $-$$ tortilla Flats Fresh Mexican, Cajun and Southwestern fare, cocktails and over 70 tequilas. 355 Hope St, Providence, 751-6777. LD $-$$ trattoria Del Mare Traditional Italian cuisine with a focus on seafood in an elegant yet relaxing atmosphere. 145 Spruce St, Providence, 2737070. LD $$-$$$
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whiskey Republic Delicious dockside pub fare. 515 South Water St, Providence, 588-5158. LD $-$$
trinity Brewhouse Rhode Island’s original brewpub. 186 Fountain St, Providence, 453-2337. LD $-$$ tony’s Colonial Specialty store offering the finest imported and domestic Italian foods. 311 Atwells Ave,
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For Auld Lang Syne December 31: Goodbye 2016! Ring in 2017 in style at the New Year’s Eve Gala at the Ocean House. This year’s theme will bring food and treats from around the country to celebrate the start of a new year. After the doozy that 2016 has been, we could all use a party. 1 Bluff Avenue, Westerly. 855-678-0364, OceanHouseEvents.com
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December December 1: Grab your cowboy hat and boots: Chris Young is headed to the Ryan Center. The Country Music Award best album nominee will stop in RI as part of his “I’m Comin’ Home” tour to perform hits like, “Think of You.” 1 Lincoln Almond Plaza, South Kingstown. 855-387-4849, TheRyanCenter.com December 1-4: Shine some light on your holiday season with the Wickford Festival of Lights. With Santa himself arriving by kayak, hot cocoa, stores open late and the Elf Parade on Saturday, you’d better not miss it. Wickford Village, Wickford. 295-5582, WickfordVillage.com December 2: Join the Big Blues Bash for some fast-paced, high energy, music. The band is made of New England’s best blues musicians including Jimmy “2 Suits” Capone. You’re sure to love this Rat Pack-inspired show. Courthouse Center of the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown. 782-1018, CourthouseArts.org December 2: Whoooo goes there? Head out for an evening of fun and hiking to learn about the owls of Rhode Island on the Audubon Society’s Owl Prowl. There will be a presentation on our feathered friends and a visit to see some of the
Audubon’s live owls. 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter. 949-5454, ASRI.org December 2-23: It’s always good to get something new for Christmas. The Contemporary Theater Company has an all new production, An Evening With Donner and Blitzen. Written by playwright in residence Andy Hoover and featuring an original score, this is sure to be a surprise holiday treat. 327 Main Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com December 3: Make a joyful noise with Andrew Howell and the Chorus of Westerly for its group singing of Handel’s Messiah. The sing is open to the entire community, no audition required. 119 High Street, Westerly. 596-8663, ChorusOfWesterly.org December 3-4: Join Smith’s Castle with some warm cider, children’s activities and wonderful music for all to hear at Christmas at the Castle. 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown. 294-3521, SmithsCastle.org December 3: Central Baptist Church will have its annual Christmas Fair with a variety of items for purchase. There will also be lobster rolls and other food items. Sounds like it’ll be great shopping and a delicious
time. 9am-1:30pm. 99 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown. 423-1651, CbCJamestown.com December 4: Celebrate the holiday season with the Narragansett Festival of Lights and Annual Jingle Bell Run. The fun will continue after annual 5K/1-mile walk with pictures with Santa, music, horse-drawn wagons and more. 79 boston Neck Road, Narragansett. 783-7121, NarragansettCoC.com December 4: The Southern Rhode Island Volunteers will host their first ever Santa’s Silent Auction at the Bocce Club in Westerly. Come out to bid on items to help RI’s in-need seniors and adults with disabilities. 64 Ledward Avenue, Westerly. 552-7661, SouthernRIVol.org December 7: The 20th Annual Holiday Stroll and Luminaria, sponsored by the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Business Association, will be held in historic downtown Westerly-Pawcatuck. See Santa, sing carols and sip some hot chocolate to celebrate the season. Downtown, Westerly-Pawcatuck. OceanChamber.org/Events December 8: Ring in the season by celebrating Winter’s Eve, the 6th
Annual Juried Art Exhibit, at the East Greenwich Free Library. Refreshments will be provided from area restaurants. Come and see the artwork and listen to some amazing live music. 82 Pierce Street, East Greenwich. 884-9510, EastGreenwichLibrary.org December 8: Author Ed Renehan will be at the Willett Free Central Library to sign copies of and discuss his new book Desperate Voyage: Donald Crowhurst, the London Sunday Times Golden Globe Race and Tragedy of the Teignmouth Electron. The book will be made into a movie called The Mercy, slated for release in early 2017. 45 Ferry Road, Saunderstown. 294-2081, WillettFree.org December 9-10: The Jamestown Arts Center will hold is Holiday Arts Market this year. Featuring work from local artists and artisans, you’re sure to find the perfect Christmas gift. This year also features a youth market displaying the work of young, up and coming artists. 18 Valley Street, Jamestown. 560-0979, JamestownArtsCenter.org/Exhibitions December 16-17: Everyone knows Champagne, exclusively produced in the eponymous region of France, but what about the myriad other sparkling wines? Join the Ocean House
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Sommelier and explore the intriguing world of these bubbly concoctions at Vine to Wine: Sparkling Wines. 1 bluff Avenue, Westerly. 5847000, OceanHouseEvents.com December 18: The Chorus of Westerly’s Christmas Pops, a tradition since 1981, will feature performances of all of your holiday favorites. See the choir and enjoy the enchanting sounds of the season. 119 High Street, Westerly. 596-8663, ChorusOfWesterly.org December 18: Inspired by Clement Clarke Moore’s classic poem, Providence Ballet Theatre’s production of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas has become a fun-filled holiday tradition. See the dancers at this year’s new Wakefield location at the Prout School. The Prout School, 4640 Tower Hill Road, Wakefield. 861-4842, Providenceballet.com
December 30: Sons of Liberty spirits hosts their Freedom Fridays, a whiskey taste testing. They will offer an assortment of the their award-winning Spirits, delicious eats, live music, games and a great way to close out the month. 1425 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown. 284-4006, SOLSpirits.com December 31: Hop on the ferry and head over to Yellow Kittens’ New Year’s Eve Party. There might not be a traditional ball drop like they have in Times Square, but rest assured a ball will be had by all who come out to celebrate. 214 Corn Neck Road, block Island. 466-5855, YellowKittens.com December 31: Looking for a different way to celebrate the New Year? Check out the annual New Year’s Bonfire in Charlestown to burn away the madness that’s been this very long election year. 5 Park Lane, Charlestown. 364-1222, CharlestownRI.org
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Think Warm, Folk Fest Thoughts December 17: The Knickerbocker Café is hosting two local, Newport Folk Fest alumni. Performing South County ghost-folk at its finest will be Haunt the House and hot off the release of his new record, You Won’t Even Know I’m Gone, is Providence’s own Ian Fitzgerald. 35 Railroad Avenue, Westerly. 315-5070, TheKnickerbockerCafe.com
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So Approved A Sticky Situation Whether it’s the buttery crunch or the sugary sweetness, there’s just something about toffee that makes everyone happy. We sampled toffee treats from around South County, and boy were they delicious. –Grace Lentini
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The Toffee Candy Crunch Cake from Gregg’s contained coffee flavored whipped cream and Heath bar pieces that were sandwiched between four layers of toffee cake. The whole cake was covered in the whipped cream and the sides were coated in chocolate crumbles. Needless to say, everyone wanted seconds. Locations in North Kingstown and Warwick. GreggsUSA.com
Crunchy, sweet and coated in chocolate, Anchor Toffee’s Almond Butter Toffee was heavenly. The whole almonds nicely complemented the buttery toffee, and the chocolate they chose to coat it with was dark, ensuring a not-too-sweet experience. Available at Sandy’s Fine Foods, 15 Post Road, Westerly. 439-1517, AnchorToffee.com.
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Adding sea salt to dark chocolate is always a good idea. Having toffee coated in both is even better. The Sea Salt Toffee from Sweenor’s Chocolates was so satisfying that we only needed to eat one piece. It was rich and buttery with just enough sea salt to pack a punch. 21 Charles Street, Wakefield. 783-4433, SweenorsChocolates.com
Coating popcorn in toffee is the Biggest Little Popcorn Company’s MO. Their Season’s English Spice immediately reminded us of egg nog seasonings: cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, allspice and ginger. It satisfied our holiday cravings. Available at Dave’s Marketplace, 125 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown. BiggestLittlePopcornCompany.com
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NARRAGANSETT – Well built Colonial, on Harbour Island. 3 levels of finished space with new roof, new heat, newer windows, central air, huge deck w/wet bar. Finished walkout w/ kitchen & bath. Private beach, only steps away. Association dock available. $419,000 Daglieri Team 401-788-3710
NARRAGANSETT – Scarborough Beach -- 500 feet to beach; 180 degree ocean views, 4 level 2,880 total SF Contemporary, 3-4 bedrooms, decks front & rear, lots of quality built in. Exceptional! $610,000 Ned Caswell 401-782-0555
NORTH KINGSTOWN – Beautiful Condo on the golf course with views of Narragansett Bay. Layout includes vaulted ceilings with Master Bedroom and Guest Bedroom on main level. 3 Beds, 3 Baths with a wide open floor plan. Unique opportunity to live on the course. $649,000 Jack Mayo 401-640-4976
NORTH KINGSTOWN – Beautiful End Unit at Quidnessett Country Club with Private Walk-Way/Path. This Condo/home is loaded with luxury amenities and furnishing (all negotiable). 3 Bedroom w/ potential in-law. Large kitchen & dining room with custom designs throughout. $799,000 Jack Mayo 401-640-4976
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – Walk to downtown Wakefield from this stylish young colonial w/farmers porch. Granite stainless, central a/c, town sewer/water/gas – this house has it all. Super clean. Lovely back yard. Huge deck w/pergola & stone walls. Huge bonus roomeasy 4th bedroom. $414,999 Fran Bidell 401-864-1308
NARRAGANSETT – Comfortable and completely updated beach cottage on dreamy Pocono Road. This charmer speaks beach with bead board ceilings and tons of natural light. Nothing to do but move in and enjoy the sound of the waves and the scent of ocean breezes. $399,000 Fran Bidell 401-864-1308
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – Cute as a button ranch walk to town. 5 Min to uri, 7 to beaches. Hardwoods. Brick wood fireplace. Adorable fenced back yard with mahogany deck. New siding & windows. Lots of closet space. One bedroom has dble cedar closet, skylight & slider to deck. $199,000 Cheryl woodmansee 401-241-8427
NARRAGANSETT – Delightful bonnet shores contemporary... Cathedrals & skylights make this home bright & open! Waterfront* with fishing & boating just steps away. Relax on one of several decks overlooking private yard & water. Garage. Enjoy all amenities of bonnet! $459,900 Sharon ford 401-440-2954
BONNET SHORES – Spectacular views of Narragansett Bay, Jamestown and Newport bridges, Dutch Island light house. 2012 shingle style, 4 bed/3 bath. Master suite, gourmet kitchen, garage, balconies, patios. Great for entertaining and boating. Beautiful details and amenities.
NARRAGANSETT – Beachfront 2/3 bedroom Sea cottage w/spectacular panoramic views of ocean and beach front. Sun drenched open floor plan, walkout to dunes & private beach, excellent income $5,500 per wk in season /$2,350 in winter. Walk to restaurants and marinas! $1,315,000 John Krekorian 401-788-3711
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – South County Hills! 3 Bed 2.5 bath Colonial on private 1 acre home site. Very open layout, large family room with fireplace, oversized kitchen, laundry on 1st floor, lofted foyer. Brisk Walk from Matunuck Oyster Bar and state beach. $511,000 Barry Gross 401-284-4407
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – First opportunity in over 50 years – The “Carriage House at 1 Post Road.” Unbelievable, unique 7 bedroom estate on 13 protected acres. Blend of old and new. First floor master suite, indoor lap pool, and great period detail. Ideal for equestrian or gentleman farmer w/rolling hills & 2 minutes from Historic Wakefield. $1,099,000 Barry Gross 401-284-4407
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WALK TO WATER | WEB ID: 1134819 $849,900 | 401.423.3440
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WATERFRONT | WEB ID: 1132732 $949,900 | 401.789.6666
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OCEAN VIEWS | WEB ID: 1134574 $849,000 | 401.789.6666
WARWICK - ALDRICH ESTATE
WATER VIEWS | WEB ID: 1137713 $1,375,000 | 401.789.6666
NARRAGANSETT - SAND HILL COVE
OCEANFRONT | WEB ID: 1138788 $2,990,000 | 401.789.6666
CHARLESTOWN - EAST BEACH
WALK TO WATER | WEB ID: 1140191 $695,000 | 401.348.1999
SOUTH KINGSTOWN - SHADOW FARM
WATERFRONT | WEB ID: 1132944 $424,900 | 401.789.6666
CHARLESTOWN - ARNOLDA
OCEAN VIEWS | WEB ID: 1140387 $1,500,000 | 401.348.1999
NARRAGANSETT - BRIGGS FARM
WALK TO WATER | WEB ID: 1139607 $509,000 | 401.789.6666
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WARWICK - BAYWINDS
WATERFRONT | WEB ID: 1139149 $479,900 | 401.789.6666
Charlestown – Waterfront! Sunset views over ninigret pond! Cute cape w stone fireplace, wood floors, deck & outside shower. Just steps to 1/2 ownership in shared dock. Mooring! Walk or bike to charlestown beach & town. Ready for your personalized touch. Turn key! $ 995,000 Call Patrice Fenton 401-212-6166
south KInGstown – A rare gem at the base of Matunuck Hill sits Hidden Hearth built c1820 and its carriage house added c. 1850. Mantunuck Hills has long been known as an area that drew artists and writers and Hidden Hearth is no exception. Situated on 2.48. For the discerning antique home enthusiast. $498,950 Cecile Cohen 401-782-5324
Charlestown – Tucked in off the street on almost an acre of land , this 3/4 bedroom, 3 full bath home is a perfect spot for either your year round or summer /vacation rental home . Large sunny rooms , home sleeps 8-10 comfortably . Newer Trex deck and outside shower all located less than 1.5 miles from ocean beaches and salt ponds. $470,000. Christine Holden 401-743-2858
CoVentrY – Hope Furnace Estates. Set on 1+ acre with private yard, this 3-bed home offers granite kitchen, hardwoods in dining room, fireplace in living room, finished lower level and generator hookup. Close to school. Ready to move in! $349,900. 401-294-4000. Ann McCrory EXT 1507
JaMestown – Nice location! Walk to library, playground, restaurants & marinas. Well cared for early 1900’s home ready for your updates. Private yard with plantings and fence. Oversized 2-car garage. CL zoning. Estate sale. $445,000. 401-294-4000. Terry Tiernan EXT 1512
north KInGstown – Many new updates in this spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath home in wonderful neighborhood near Wickford, highways, Newport and schools. Master bedroom/bath, sunroom, large family room with pellet stove and more! $375,000. 401-294-4000. Sue Moore EXT 1508
westerlY – Watch Hill, Elegant Open Living in this Private Home in Watch Hill. A 2 Story Stone Fireplace, Decks and Patios amidst Plush Perennial Gardens and 3 levels of living are perfect for extended family who love the glorious beaches of Watch Hill. 5 bedrooms, 3.1 baths. Great Rental History!$1,250,000. Lisa Szaro 401-559-6157
westerlY – Weekapaug, Carefree and Charming, this well maintained summer cottage is ideally located in the heart of Weekapaug and offers a large open property, new roof, updated kitchen and baths. Ready to move in! $889,000. Susan DeMovick 401-348-8881
westrlY – Watch Hill Views of Block Island Sound from this 1.25 acres charming stone and cedar shake cottage. Just a short walk to the village and beaches 9 bedrooms, 5.1 baths . Great potential.$2,695,000. Denise Daukas 401-315-2773
narraGansett – Narragansett Pier seaside luxury living in the heart of the Pier. Walk to the town beach, stroll to the shops and restaurants. This well kept unit has an open floor plan with all the amenities. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths.$519,800. John Sheil. 783-9611 EXT 1315.
narraGansett – Adorable 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath duplex unit Condo near Bonnet Shores. Well maintained, short walk to Pettaquamscutt River. Newer flooring and carpet. Great opportunity for first time buyer or investor. $205,000. 401-7839611 Paul Robinson EXT 1314.
ProVIDenCe – Stunning city view of the Capital and Brown University from this custom 2 bedroom unit. Hardwoods, upgraded carpet, custom interior paint, cabinetry. California closet in master . Wine coller. Furnishings negotiable. $680,000. 401-783-9611 Scot Hallberg EXT 1321