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Quality built 3 bedroom contemporary features hardwood floors, living room with marble fireplace, skylights, ceiling fan, and 2 rear decks. 2 X 6 construction, town water and sewers. $245,000 Karen, ext. 111
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On behalf of the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island, I would like to thank you and SO Rhode Island for choosing us as the beneficiary of the Savor East Greenwich Kick-Off Party. The ARLSRI was pleased that SO Rhode Island invited us to be a part of this wonderful event. It is the support of local businesses like Providence Media that make it possible for us to save hundreds of homeless pets each year. We look forward to partnering with you again next year. The ARLSRI is proud to be a valued member of the Rhode Island community. Not only are we a safe, no kill shelter where owners can surrender their pets, we help the community in so many other ways. Our pet food pantry helps those struggling to keep their beloved pets at home. The varieties of humane education programs we offer help teach the future generations to respect and care for animals in a humane and responsible way. Our involvement in the community and the services we offer are invaluable. We simply are not able to do any of this without the help of people like you. As a private, nonprofit organization, the ARLSRI receives no municipal or state funding and depends solely on the generosity of individuals. Your donation from the event of $3,651 means so much to us. So once again, many thanks for your support! Tammy B. Welter Executive Director
I’m writing in regards to the the article “A Soldierly Salute” in the November 2012 issue of SO Rhode Island. Last month, we had the honor of a call from one of your writers, Marna Krajeski. She inquired about any information we may have on the persons for whom the Town of South Kingstown Housing Authority’s Public Housing complexes were named after. She took the time to visit our offices for an hour or so and look over some documents we have on the history of Champagne Heights and Fournier Estates. These sites were named after the first two soldiers mentioned in this article. It was disappointing to say the least that not once was it mentioned that the names of these public housing sites, Champagne Heights and
Fournier Estates, were named in honor of these two soldiers. These are large properties in the town. These 72 units are the only public housing units in South Kingstown, which encompasses a very large area of Washington County. Additionally, these units are part of the Rhode Island Consolidated Plan. We would have thought it important for residents of the town and Housing Authority to learn about these properties. It was an honor for these soldiers to have had these housing complexes named after them, for these properties help and house the most vulnerable citizens in our community. Perhaps in knowing the history, people would have a greater respect for the property and the take better care in honoring these fallen soldiers on an ongoing basis. Tracey A. Johnson-Mack PHM, HCVS Deputy Director
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Kick in the New Year with a great pair of boots! Allie’s carries only the top brands in boots to ensure you get the best in style and comfort for the entire family. Committed to bringing the finest Western boots, gear and clothing to the Northeast, Allie’s understand that Western is not just a riding discipline, it is a lifestyle. The products they carry reflect this understanding, and Allie’s stands behind each and every item they carry. Your satisfaction is their pledge. For special sales and style inspiration, be sure to follow Allie’s on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
The Knotty Dog’s selection is second to none, specializing in locally made coastal products featuring reclaimed materials. Whether you’re in the market for custom furniture or just a dainty jewelry gift, The Knotty Dog is the place to go. From candles to fireplace accessories to cozy throw blankets, they’ll keep you warm this winter. Selling handmade soaps for mom, hooded bath towels for children and collars for Fido, shoppers are guaranteed to find unique gifts for everyone on the list. Serving customers near and far, the shop offers friendly customer service instore and free shipping on all web orders over $50. They are open seven days a week and late on Fridays through December. Bring in this ad for a free gift with any purchase.
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SEQUENCE’s luxury wellness boutique offers a onestop holistic approach to health care by designing personalized and preventive wellness paths for your loved ones. The first of its kind in Rhode Island, SEQUENCE offers integrative care to individuals with a variety of health and wellness goals such as reducing stress, weight maintenance, fitness enhancement, prenatal care, menopausal care and more. Their goal is for you and your family to enjoy quality care and be guided to the best health and wellness of your life. It’s the gift that never stops giving! Know someone who wants a full lifestyle renovation and who wants to feel their best? Give them a gift certificate to SEQUENCE and give the gift of a healthy new year.
Give the gift of local and delicious edibles with an assortment of Sweenor’s Chocolates. With two Rhode Island locations, Sweenor’s is owned and operated by thirdand fourth-generation confectioners who are committed to using the finest ingredients. As the largest chocolate manufacturer in the state, Sweenor’s is unmatched in selection and quality. Satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth with handmade chocolate, truffles, fudge, caramels, bark, nuts and even sugar free products. From beautifully boxed assortments and gift baskets, to their unique nautical and seasonal treats, gift giving has never been so sweet. Check out their website for online ordering, favors for events and a list of fine retailers that carry the Sweenor’s line.
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Adornment Fine Jewelry
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99 Frenchtown Road, east Greenwich 401-886-1938 www.360facemindbody.com Give the gift of natural beauty with a gift certificate to 360 Face Mind Body. This intimate and inviting skincare spa provides natural and organic facials and skincare options that produce visible healing benefits to the skin. There’s a great selection of health conscious skin care products such as RI’s own Farmaesthetics and Jane Iredale Mineral Make-up for holiday giving as well.
Adornment specializes in unique and extraordinarily beautiful pieces of jewelry, showcasing a vast selection of modern and classic pieces made of natural gemstones and precious metals. From birthstones and fine watches to bridal jewelry, Adornment has a gorgeous variety. Seen here are the nautical inspired bracelets by local designer Kiel James Patrick. Starting at $38, these bracelets are an affordable luxury and a great gift.
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Blue Hydrangea is the most fun and fabulous gift shop located in the heart of historic Wickford Village. It’s the perfect spot to find fabulous gifts, so fabulous you may have to buy something for yourself. Check out their eclectic selection of home decor gifts perfect for the hostess on your holiday list.
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Fabulocity specializes in the unexpected. A consignment shop where half of the merchandise is new — direct from designer showrooms in NY and LA — the boutique features Louis Vuitton, Glenda Gies handbags, Hale Bob, Milly, Trina Turk, Anthropologie, Diane von Furstenberg and many more. They also feature local artisans including in-house designer Twist Jewelry Design. Visit them first, shop them often.
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THE EaglE’s NEsT gallEry 50 High street, Westerly 401-596-5386 www.theeaglesnestgallery.com The Eagle’s Nest Gallery carries a large collection of Americanmade products, including John Medeiros jewelry made in Rhode Island, Danny K tapestry bags from California, Jill Beads from Denver and a variety of pottery, glass and fiber artist work. Come see all these wonderful works of art.
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GRANITE PHOTO 116 Granite Street, Westerly 401-348-8166 www.granitephotoonline.com
Turn your favorite photo into art at Granite Photo, where they can print on canvas and stretch over a frame for hanging. The texture and look of canvas adds depth and feeling to your picture. They can print from slides, prints or your digital media. Let Granite Photo show you how easy it can be. Granite Photo, where the only limitation is your imagination.
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House of Hope Boutique features handmade, fair-trade gifts for all your holiday needs. The boutique offers an assortment of items including children’s gifts, jewelry, housewares and even something for your pets. Each item has a mission and purpose and is helping someone in the world to better their life. All proceeds go towards offering job training to disadvantaged women in RI.
Silver Tides and OneWay Gallery share a unique space in the heart of Narragansett Pier. Browse the contemporary art gallery and shop for local handmade gifts, including custom jewelry by Amber Bettez (place your holiday special order by November 27). Visit often as new jewelry and gifts are arriving daily.
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343 Main street, Wakefield 401-284-1880 www.janeeska.com Janeeska specializes in finding the most luxurious and flattering clothing for all occasions and body shapes. Celebrating 20 years, the boutique features signature lines such as Frank Lyman, Sympli, Mesmerize, Chalet, Comfy, Samuel Dong, Elana Kattan and Fresh Produce. Stop in for the holidays and find a bit of Montreal, Paris and New York in downtown Wakefield.
Luna Sea SHOP 259 Thames Street, Bristol 401-256-0485 www.lunaseashop.com LunaSea is mystically inspired by natural remedies and green goods that are healing for both people and the environment. Environmentally and ecologicallyfriendly provisions, botanicals and gifts are a plenty. Browse the wonderful selection of organic herbs and spices, chocolates, teas, greeting cards and handcrafted items. Venture in soon and discover the uncharted waters of LunaSea.
12 Main street, Wickford 401-667-7676 www.lulabellgifts.com This is your place to find gifts just right for any occasion. Choose from selections by local artisans and one-of-a-kind gifts along with your favorites. The holiday season is here. Let Lulabells help you select the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Moon and PeePers Pottery 401 219- 0298 www.moonandpeeperspottery.com Moon and Peepers Pottery is a hand-crafted artisan studio based in Rhode Island. Wonderful one-of-a-kind pieces are made by Sandy and Geoff Flickinger, a husband and wife team that creates ceramic bowls, handthrown mugs, carved vases, beautiful garden sculptures and birdbaths. Each gift is sure to bring a little magic to any home or garden.
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Whether you are a beginner, enthusiast, competitive racer or enjoy the more extreme variations of bike riding, NBX Bikes is your source for biking equipment, rentals and maintenance. From bikes to biking accessories and gear, trust the expert staff at NBX to guide you with your holiday gift buying.
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Unleash your pet’s style at Island Animal. From classic to eclectic, the pet shop carries a wide collection of leashes, harnesses, collars and dog jackets to keep your pet on trend. On the healthy side, there’s a variety of organic food and treats. Check out their accessories too, like dog beds and toys.
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South County Art Supply 237 robinson Street, Wakefield 401-783-2749 www.southcountyartsupply.com South County Art Supply has a wide selection of gifts for any budding artist on your holiday list. From kids’ art kits and gorgeous acrylic paints, to stamp making tools and screenprinting products, the downtown Wakefield shop will keep your gift giving fun and creative!
SMYLE! 233 Main Street, East Greenwich 401-398-8700 www.smylestore.com Smyle! is a place where happiness is always in style. Joyful holiday gifts are aplenty in this fun vintage and artisan gift gallery. Find something to make everybody happy while browsing through their eclectic selection of jewelry, whimsical home décor and vintage goods — many are handcrafted and made in America. Come see why RI Monthly voted them “Best Gift Store” in 2012.
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330 Main Street, Wakefield 401-783-9400 www.therapyclothingboutique.com
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Every woman needs therapy, retail therapy that is. And there’s no better place to “cure the wardrobe blues” than Therapy Boutique. This boutique outfits Rhode Island’s most fashionable women with their fabulous selection of designer denim, luxurious cashmere sweaters, on trend casual wear and unique accessories. Give the special lady on your list what she really wants, more Therapy!
Zero Wampum is a South County institution that carries a variety of wonderful and unique gifts, beautiful jewelry, a huge selection of greeting cards and gorgeous clothing. Locally made and environmentally — friendly merchandise — along with Trollbeads, Vera Bradley & Crabtree & Evelyn- etc. – make it a must stop for holiday shopping.
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EAST PROVIDENCE 400 Warren Avenue Phone: (401) 434-0993 Fax: (401) 434-0994 Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Closed for lunch noon–12:30 p.m. 1275 Wampanoag Trail Phone: (401) 433-0908 Fax: (401) 433-0926 Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Barrington Medical Center 1525 Wampanoag Trail Phone: (401) 433-5149 Fax: (401) 433-4734 Monday–Friday: 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
FOSTER 142 A Danielson Pike Phone: (401) 647-7426 Fax: (401) 647-4869 Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
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PAWTUCKET 85 Pearson Avenue Phone: (401) 721-9824 Fax: (401) 721-9825 Monday: 12:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Tues, Thurs, Fri: 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Closed every Wednesday
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39 East Avenue *NOW OPEN* Phone: (401) 312-9837 Fax: (401) 726-1098 Monday–Friday: 7:45 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Saturday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
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PORTSMOUTH 161 Chase Road Phone: (401) 682-1129 Fax: (401) 682-1664 Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri: 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Wed & Sat: 7 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
2 Wake Robin Road Phone: (401) 333-3246 Fax: (401) 333-3562 Monday–Friday: 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday: 7:30 a.m.–noon
77 Turnpike Avenue Phone: (401) 682-2067 Fax: (401) 682-2321 Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
NEWPORT 11 Friendship Street– Newport Hospital Phone: (401) 845-1260 Fax: (401) 848-6036 Monday–Friday: 7 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m.–noon
NORTH PROVIDENCE 1515 Smith Street Phone: (401) 353-4812 Fax: (401) 353-4814 Monday–Friday: 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m.–noon
NORTH SMITHFIELD 594 Great Road, Suite 101 Phone: (401) 597-5940 Fax: (401) 597-5941 Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
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A Seaside Holiday This year, decorate with something a little more nautical Christmas is coming and it’s time to start decorating: tinsel and twine, ribbons and bows, and, of course, locally caught mussels. Yes, mussels. Retired teacher Dale Munsill has found a way to bring Christmas even closer to our home state by using the bounty of
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face-lifted Macy’s and bring the kids to the newly refurbished carousel. The trip wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Pinkberry or the incredible laser show at Jordan’s Furniture. With all the excitement from the novelties, you may not be able to stop yourself from splurging on yourself while you “shop” for others. www. warwickmall.com -Grace Lentini
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In the Aftermath of the Storm, Here’s How to Help Areas all across Southern Rhode Island felt the devastating force of Superstorm Sandy. Many businesses near to the shore closed their doors due to disrepair, while some residents were forced to flee for higher ground. Now, in the aftermath of such destruction, Rhode Islanders are encouraged to band together to rebuild and assist with the recovery process. When the power goes out, as it did for many Rhode Island families, the first things to go are perishable foods in the refrigerator or freezer. For this reason, the WARM Center, located in Westerly, is asking for Stop & Shop gift card donations. These donations will be given out to families in need of food recovery assistance due to loss of power. If interested, please call the Warm Center at 401-596-9276 or go to www.warmcenter.org. To assist with connecting damaged businesses or homeowners with the appropriate repairmen, the Charlestown Chamber of Commerce is managing a referral system. All carpenters, electricians, painters, tree removers and other specialty trades are encouraged to contact the Chamber to receive a list of referrals needing such trade services. Businesses or homeowners not already on the referral list should also contact the Chamber, which can be reached at 401-364-3878 or at www.charlestownrichamber.com. The actual repair of southern Rhode Island requires manpower, and it takes a special kind of person to dedicate time and sweat to putting back all the pieces of this broken puzzle. Many individuals have stepped forward to help, but Serve Rhode Island is still seeking volunteer help for clean-ups and other services. All interested parties should contact Bernie Beaudreau at 401-331-2298 or sign up at www.
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serverhodeisland.org. Thanks to the digital abilities of Facebook, individuals across the state have come together to create a massive one-day clean-up event, happening on November 23. Called the Post Sandy Thanksgiving Cleanup, the event already includes over a hundred people willing to burn off their Thanksgiving meals by cleaning up areas affected by the storm. If interested, search for the event on Facebook and join the event’s page, where more details will be announced as the date approaches. One of the areas hardest hit by the storm is Misquamicut Beach. Debris shut down streets. Flood water washed away walkways. Winds tore down telephone poles. In response, the Misquamicut Business Association established a relief fund to bring the beach and surrounding areas back to normal. All donations help local property owners, businesses and residents. Contributions can be made online at www.misquamicutrelieffund.com. For some southern Rhode Island
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“This has never really been done for ocean exploration before. We are the pioneers of this.” The application of telepresence to deep sea exploration has vastly improved the potential for groundbreaking discoveries. “It’s really impossible to staff a ship with all of the experts in each area,” explains Coleman. “We compare it to the on-call doctors at a hospital. You need all kinds of experts standing by to deal with what might come up.” Now, ocean explorers can also tap into a bullpen of experts, including archaeologists, marine biologists, microbiologists, geochemists, geophysicists and maritime historians. The range of experts that can contribute to an expedition ensures that full advantage is taken of each discovery as it’s made. Currently, the Inner Space Center works with two ships, the Okeanos Explorer and E/V Nautilus. The Okeanos Explorer, a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration vessel, is the only federally owned and operated ship dedicated solely to ocean exploration. It was updated and renovated specifically to support ISC activities. During the “field season,” which lasts for about two months, each ship visits a variety of locations. They might spend time exploring Greek volcanoes, looking for shipwrecks in the Black Sea, examining methane seeps or exploring an underwater canyon off the Florida coast. With so much unexplored terrain, the potential for exciting discoveries is virtually limitless. The 2011 field season was a busy one. About 50 new shipwrecks, some up to 2500 years old, were discovered in the Mediterranean and Black Seas. There was even enough time to have a look at some previously unexplored underwater volcanic systems. “Often, we might know something is there, but don’t really know anything about it,” says Coleman. “So we then do a targeted exploration into a feature like a fissure between fault systems or a cold seep. We do a comprehensive reconnaissance, which is often directed by scientists
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shows to enjoy. Through December 1, the “Small Treasures” holiday show offers small works that are big on artistic impact. During the month of December, the holiday arts show entitled “Art as a Gift” aims to change your idea of art, which isn’t just for hanging on a wall. Jewelry, pottery, even dinner plates – if it’s handmade with local love, then that’s what counts. An opening reception is scheduled for December 5, and the exhibit runs December 5-29. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221, www.westerlyarts.com The historic Fayerweather House hosts its annual Holiday Bazaar/ Christmas in Kingston weekend on December 1-2. Handmade crafts from
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It might be a bit of a drive, but it’s worth it to see Erika Van Pelt perform live. Our own American Idol finalist – along with Idol alums John Stevens and Jen Hirsch, and jazz vocalist Laura Brunner – is performing with the Beantown Swing Orchestra on December 9 at The Vets in Providence. The lively 18-piece big band will also have a special string section for this festive holiday concert. 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence. 421ARTS, www.vmari.com The Nutcracker is a holiday mustsee for any kid (or kid at heart). The Island Moving Company stages things a little differently, though, by performing it inside a Newport mansion. The Nutcracker at Rosecliff combines the beauty of this beloved ballet with the period-appropriate architectural beauty of one of the City by the Sea’s most stunning spaces. Performances through November 30. 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 8474470, www.islandmovingco.org
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I was in desperate need of a manicure. It had been a few months since my last one, and I was attending a fancy wedding that weekend. Now, I’m not one to get my nails done regularly. As much as I love the look of freshly painted fingernails, I just can’t seem to keep them from chipping. Maybe it’s the constant typing I do at my job or the fact that I am about as graceful as a horse in heels. Needless to day, I usually ruin a paint job within 24 hours. I had already invested in a great cocktail dress, shoes and a day-of hair appointment for the wedding, and the last piece of the beauty puzzle was a manicure. I was intrigued by the 3-D manicure offered at Sara’s Glam Squad Salon in Westerly, so I made an appointment with owner Sara Faella a few days before the event. An extra dimension had to be a good thing, right? As soon as I entered the space, a bubbly Sara greeted me. She explained how the manicure worked and looked – it’s basically a solid base coat color of your choice with tiny crystallized beads affixed to the wet polish. Since my dress was black and white, I went with a neutral pale pink base with matching crystals. And knowing how prone I am to manicure malfunctions, I purposely picked a foolproof lighter hue. Sitting with Sara was like hanging out with your best gal pal. She has an easy, breezy way about her that instantly puts you at ease in her chair. With a background in fashion and a penchant for making women look beautiful, Sara opened her first salon – or beauty loft as she affectionately calls them -- in 2010 in Westerly. She quickly gained a local and then a national following, securing a partnership with Rain Cosmetics, an official sponsor of the Miss USA pageants. “I touched up Olivia right before the top 16 were called,” she beamed,
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lacquer. Next came the fun part, sprinkling the itty-bitty beads on the wet polish. I could see why it’s also called the “caviar” manicure, as it looked like tiny pink crystallized eggs had just landed on my fingertips. It also made them look super luxurious, which is the ultimate goal at the Glam Squad. It also met my goal, lasting until my cousin’s big day. Though a few beads slipped off as expected, the bling effect remained for a week. With a variety of colors and even Swarovski crystals, it’s a fun and glitzy way to accessorize your digits for a special occasion, like a wedding or holiday party. It’s a whole new dimension of glamour. By appointment only. www. sarasglamsquad.com. December 2012 | SO RHODEISLAND
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find myself scrutinizing my modest and haphazardly furnished apartment, unsatisfied with the look of a room, wondering how I could improve it. After a few minutes of silent pondering, I’ll move a lamp over there and a table over here and hmm… maybe it’s not the furniture but the Pink Floyd poster from college and pile of dirty laundry that are the giving the living room a bad vibe. I may not be a feng shui expert, but I have a good sense of when a space is comfortable and inviting — perhaps a little too comfortable in my case — and when it just needs that “extra something.” Lee Chartier, owner of Inside Style in Wakefield, shares a similar, more sophisticated philosophy on comfort, which she brings to her eclectic home furnishings and interior design store. Her idea is that home decoration and design should be affordable and enjoyable. “For a lot of people, design is intimidating,” she says, “People expect us to be more expensive, [but] I think design services should be accessible.” At Inside Style, you can find anything for the home whether it’s new, antique or gently used. “I don’t care if it’s two minutes old or two hundred years old, I like timeless pieces,” says Chartier. In addition to her store, Chartier offers interior design consultations by appointment. During a typical con-
sultation, she will work with a client in the home and give advice on ways to customize and accent a room, or the whole house, moving around furniture (with permission) and offering new ideas. Understanding the cost of home improvement projects, Chartier gives her clients the option to remodel with her assistance or without, if they prefer the D.I.Y. route. Chartier, a Wakefield native who studied art at Brown University, is also a full time faculty member at CCRI where she teaches marketing. Clearly, she knows a little bit about what she’s doing, which explains Inside Style’s frequent activity on Twitter and Facebook where she posts photos about the especially unique and beautiful pieces she finds. She says, “we get new things in every week,” so using social media makes perfect sense in a business where the inventory is as transient and unique as a thrift store and as alluring and exquisite as an art gallery. While you wouldn’t find every piece of furniture at Inside Style in Chartier’s own house, she appreciates the beauty of each item. So, how does she describe her own style? “Casual elegance. I’m really about my surroundings; I know that I’m comfortable in a place that’s beautiful.” 155 Main St., Wakefield. 783-7800. Follow her on Twitter at @InsideStyleRI
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So Stylish | Life/Style
By Andrea E. McHugh
This Narrow River home emphasizes bringing natural influences inside
Chapter Two One couple trades their bustling life for a simpler pace
Photography: Melissa Stimpson
Ask most folks in
the Middlebridge neighborhood of South Kingstown how they came to nest in the tightly knit community on the banks of the Narrow River, and there’s usually a sentimental story they’ll be more than delighted to share. Mark and Rose Gillooly each have treasured childhood memories of spending summers in the picturesque locale. After swapping stories when they first met, the two soon learned they shared the same beach as children. With a mutual affection for Middlebridge, it’s no wonder it is the place the couple chose to start a new chapter of their lives. “[This area] has brought so much joy,” Rose says. “I grew up on the river. I used to do the dishes and look out the window from my parents house. I always said, ‘If that house ever comes for sale, I’d like to buy it’,” Mark says about the riverfront digs that he calls home today. “I
always imagined the potential.” When the original home came on the market just over 10 years ago, Mark and Rose acted quickly. It was the opportunity to finally realize the potential Mark saw in the land, so the couple didn’t exactly get attached to the tiny cottage. “Let me put it this way: we bought the house and never walked inside it,” laughs Mark. Rose concurs, “It was like, just knock it down.” The location was just as ideal as the timing. “We decided it was time to empty nest,” says Rose. The couple lived in Barrington for 20 years, but the place the two summered their entire married life with their daughter came calling. They turned to architect Laura Krekorian of nearby Wakefield to design a warm and welcoming home that made smart use of limited space and capitalized on the tranquil water views. “We knew it was a small lot,” explains Rose. “We wanted to maximize a small
space. It’s a narrow footprint, and that’s one of the reasons we hired an architect.” In fact, it took a small village to fashion a home that brought Mark and Rose’s wants and needs to life. Builder GW Construction of Charlestown, Ernie George of Coastal Engineering in Wakefield, Michael Tetit from Grid Electric in East Providence, landscape architect John C. Cater and Company of Narragansett and carpenter Bruce Powell from A.B. Powell Woodworks of Pawcatuck, Connecticut were just some of the key players that made the house by the river an equally functional and fabulous abode. “It’s our second home, so we thought a lot about the things we wanted that we didn’t have the first time around,” notes Rose. Downsizing from a traditional Colonial, Mark and Rose looked to the pros to help merge traditional rooms into modern, cohesive, multi-functional spaces. The kitchen/dining room
hybrid that carpenter Bruce Powell helped interconnect with exquisite wood detailing includes a sunlit area ideally suited to fit the dining table that seats 10 to 12. An oversized, movable island makes a natural gathering place and comes in especially handy when the couple entertains. “This is a custom kitchen,” says Mark. “We went to a kitchen cabinet place and when we looked at the design, there was a bunch of fillers, but we needed space, and knowing this was going to be a living/dining kitchen area, we wanted a more formal look and I think to a degree we accomplished it.” When it came to the aesthetic, Rose was in the driver’s seat. “We wanted to bring outside colors in,” she says, pointing to the honey yellow walls and candlelight-toned cabinetry. “I wanted something bright and cheerful.” The kitchen flows into the living room, where a wall of tall windows alDecember 2012 | SO RHODEISLAND
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lows for an uninterrupted panorama of the Narrow River. “We tried to make it somewhat of a formal look while trying to blend in with nature,” explains Mark. A custom sisal rug traces the perimeter of the room, including the rounded wall where a plush settee the color of beach dunes welcomes guests to sit and unwind. “It’s very calming,” observes Rose, taking in the entirety of the room. “Function” is a theme throughout the home, exemplified in myriad spaces including in the living room’s wet bar nestled into an out-ofthe-way wall. “We created a wet bar scenario, but you can see it blends from one room into the other room without clashing,” says Mark, referring to the kitchen. “We do a lot of entertaining. I use this area quite a bit and it works out well because I can mix drinks and still be part of the conversation.” Entertaining is made simple when so many close friends — some they’ve had for decades, live nearby. “We have about 10 couples we get together with on a regular basis. It’s just nice,” says Rose. “And a lot of their parents summered
and then retired in this area, so now the pattern repeats itself.” Vessels of colorful sea glass are found on the way to the second floor and throughout the house, each piece plucked from the shoreline by Rose who describes herself as an avid collector. “I love it. I pick each piece by hand,” she says. Both admirers of antiques, pieces can be found throughout the home, including the guest bedroom where a piece Rose bought the first year of the marriage stands. It’s the room favored by their daughter who now lives in Chicago but adores the Middlebridge home. “She loves it here,” says Mark, and Rose has a feeling why. “The water brings her back,” she explains, “to the memories that she’s had on the beach with the extended family.” It’s a sentiment that can be said for everyone who calls this extraordinary place home.
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Long Awaited Cuisine An Italian eatery moves from Federal Hill to Westerly
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Trattoria Longo is new to Westerly, but I was a big fan of its original incarnation as Café Longo on Federal Hill in Providence, so I was eager to check out its new location. Chef-owner Jerry Longo is a resident of Westerly. After two years of commuting to Providence on a daily basis, he made the decision to bring it all home. His new Trattoria Longo is in the Canal Street place formerly occupied by Bruna’s Table. What sets a Longo restaurant apart from every other Italian restaurant in Rhode Island is that Jerry Longo and his family are from the Philadelphia/ New Jersey area – a very different vibe from anything on Federal Hill, the Little Italy section of Providence. Jerry’s sister Carmela took really good care of us the night we were there, and her distinct Philly accent added to the experience. A parking lot to the rear of the building provides plenty of free space, and you can enter from the rear although you’ll have to make your way through the dining area to get to the hostess station at the front of the restaurant. We had heard that this new spot was doing well, busy from the get go. It being a Saturday, we wisely showed up at 5pm, exactly when the trattoria opens for dinner. We were seated at a table for two that gave us a close-up view of the busy bar and a large flatscreen television where The Godfather movie was playing without the sound. Instead, music filled the air – of course, it was Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra crooning songs from the oh-so-cool 1960s. Within an hour, every table and every seat at the long bar were taken.
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This is how it was at Café Longo on Federal Hill so we felt right at home. The menu, too, was very familiar. Most of the food on the menu is what the Longos grew up on. Their mother can often be found in the restaurant’s kitchen, making her amazing meatballs. I can’t imagine going there and not having one of those tender orbs of meat wallowing in a perfect Sunday gravy, just like my Italian grandmother used to make. The Meatball Salad ($6.50) is served on an oblong platter with the meatball on one side of the dish and the basic Longo salad on the other side of the dish. The salad was Romaine lettuce with baby grape tomatoes, cucumbers, and black olives in an extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Another excellent appetizer is the Antipasta ($8.50), a larger platter covered with slices of buffalo mozzarella and ripe tomato, imported olives, generous chunks of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar, and Italian meats sliced so thin, you could almost see through them. The menu is the epitome of simplicity with six pasta dishes, two fish dishes, and six classic Italian dishes that can be prepared with either chicken or veal. Some might complain that the menu is too simplistic, but there are plenty of nightly specials that round out the offerings. I’d much rather see a restaurant do a dozen dishes to perfection over one with a twelve-page menu. There are no accompaniments to the entrees, so you can either order a pasta or one of the side dishes (sautéed rabe or spinach, both prepared with olive oil,
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garlic and crushed red pepper). We elected to share a penne pasta dish, the decadent Alfredo ($12.50), really just to do something different. At home and in restaurants, we always have a marinara sauce or perhaps a pink vodka sauce. Longo’s alfredo sauce is one of the best I’ve ever had, not soupy or gloppy or overly salted as so often happens in other restaurants. This was perfection on a plate, the kind of creamy pasta that you just keep on eating purely for the taste. My order of Salmon ($18) was placed before me just as my dining companion’s Veal Parmigiana ($18) arrived. In addition to Carmela, other members of the wait staff tended to our every need in a very friendly, but not obtrusive fashion. At one point, my cloth napkin slipped off my lap onto the floor. One of the servers quickly picked it up and brought me a fresh napkin – much appreciated. Simply said, the salmon was superb. At first, I thought it was a rather small serving, but as I ate bite after bite of that pan-seared fish coated with a velvety white wine sauce, I was totally satisfied. The delicate salmon was topped with tender artichoke hearts, briny capers, and sun-dried tomatoes, which added to the buttery richness of this dish. I was lucky to get a bite of the “veal parm,” as we say here in Rhode Island. The tender veal cutlets were topped with a true pomodoro sauce and melted mozzarella, then garnished with fresh basil. The mild cheese was stringy in that wonderful way, dripping down the sides of the fork.
The pasta sat in the middle of our table, and it was culinary bliss as we had a bite of veal, a bite of salmon, and then a bite of the penne coated with just the right amount of alfredo sauce. With a glass of white wine in my hand, it was one of those “life is good” moments. With The Godfather playing just a few feet from our table, what else could I have for dessert but the Cannoli ($6)? Delicious? Yes, but pricey for what was served – one small, crispy tube of delicate fried pastry not even half filled with a sweet pastry cream. You could see the filling on the open ends of the pastry shell, but there was little to be found inside. A minor let down after such a terrific dinner. But Carmela more than made up for this when she brought us complimentary glasses of peach-cello, similar to limoncello but made with peaches – and made by Carmela! It was excellent. It’s good to see the Longo style of Italian food and hospitality alive and well in Westerly. Linda Beaulieu is the author of The Providence and Rhode Island Cookbook, available at stores throughout the state.
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So Delicious | Foodie Journal
By Linda Beaulieu
A Sweet Victory A North Kingstown woman wins a big cooking competition It took almost 12 hours, but after the quiche came out of the oven and the last fritter was deep fried, the judges declared that Mary Jo Fletcher LaRocco of North Kingstown was the winner of this year’s New England Dairy Cook-Off, sponsored by HP Hood. The winning recipe was for her Cranberry Limoncello Tarts in a Gingersnap Hazelnut Crust. This was the fourth year that the dairy giant conducted this cook-off and the first time it was held in Providence, at the Rhode Island Convention Center. Mary Jo has competed in every year of the competition, doing well but never winning the grand prize of $10,000 until this year. The cook-off began at 7:30 on a Sunday morning, with 30 semifinalists competing in their respective categories: breakfast/brunch; soups/ chowders; appetizers/side dishes; lunch/dinner; and dessert. The amateur cooks had one hour to prepare and plate their dishes. By 6:30pm, the judges narrowed the field down to five finalists from across New England. The dishes that made it to the finals were a late-summer quiche, a chowder, fritters with a vichyssoise shooter, a seafood entrée, and Mary Jo’s tarts. Mary Jo said she wanted to use fall ingredients and fresh local products such as cranberries and maple syrup. On the day of the cook-off, Mary Jo admits she was both nervous and excited. All the recipes had to be original, and include at least one Hood dairy product among their ingredients. The dishes were judged on creativity and originality, presentation and appearance, and taste appeal. According to one Hood official, Mary Jo’s tarts were “a great combination of creativity and amazing presentation.” She came up with her original recipe at the last minute. “The night before the recipe deadline, I sat down and forced myself to come up with something,” Mary Jo said. “Once I knew the recipe was accepted for the cook-off, I had to get practicing it right away. So for three weeks we had a house full of lemon tarts and gave them away to anyone who walked in.” A perfectionist, Mary Jo tweaked the recipe in each batch until she felt it had the right balance of flavors. The hardest
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Street in Wakefield now serves sandwiches, including the Cuban, Jamaican tuna, black bean veggie burger, and multi-cheese grilled cheese sandwiches. They are served with plantain chips from Colombia or Zapp’s famous potato chips from New Orleans. For the kids, there are peanut butter, jelly and Nutella sandwiches on healthy bread as well as vegetarian options. As the weather gets colder, the soups will be piping hot at the Booty. Salads and tropical-flavored sodas from Mexico round out the menu. They are open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 5 pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Free tastings of 21 organic extra virgin olive oils and vinegars are offered daily at the Narragansett Bay Olive Oil Company, 4 Brown Street in Wickford. The shop is open every day of the week. PJ’s Pub at 135 Boon Street in Narragansett has plenty of comfort food on its new fall/winter menu, such as steak tips, lasagna, sausage and peppers, pasta and meatballs, Greek spinach pie, and chicken, veal, or eggplant “parm.” They are open for lunch and dinner every day of the week. Specials are available every Sunday and Monday during football season. Ladies Night is back at Bistro 9, 1646 Division Street, East Greenwich. Every Wednesday the entrees are half price for women. Cap’n Jack’s at 706 Succotash Road
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TRIO 15 Kingstown Road; 792-4333. A Newport Harbor Corporation restaurant, Trio is a triple-threat restaurant with its innovative menu, inviting European décor and warm, attentive service. A meal of chops, seafood, or pasta is the order of the day. Also rave-worthy are the Artisan Pizzas, which come in a variety of flavors and preparations. LD $$-$$$
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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 $-$$
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December from previous page December 5 On the first Wednesday of every month, art galleries and studios open together throughout Westerly to showcase their new work. Pick up an Art Stroll Map at the Artists Cooperative Gallery of Westerly to find out what venues will be open as part of the First Wednesday Night Westerly Arts Stroll. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221. www.westerlyarts.com December 1 Welcome back the Greenwich Odeum at the Grand Reopening Silent Auction. There will be live music, a tour of the newly renovated theatre, prizes, along with hors d’oeuvres, wine and spirits. Tickets are $35 and the event begins at 7pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. www.theodeum.org. December 1 Babcock-Smith House Christmas Bazaar is an annual favorite. Be merry surrounded by decorative greens and homemade cookies. 9am-2pm. Dixon Square, 4 High Street, Westerly. 5967761, www.westerlychamber.org. December 1-2 Santa’s coming! Don’t miss the 27th Annual Festival of Lights featuring hayrides with Santa, winter concerts, and an Elf Parade on Saturday. Saturday 8am-7pm; Sunday 12:30-3pm. Wickford Village. 877-295-7200, www. wickfordvillage.org. December 1-2 Smith’s Castle presents Christmas at the Castle. This year’s theme: The History of the Christmas Tree. Celebrate with live music and home baked treats. $2-4, 12-4pm. 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown. 294-3521, www. smithscastle.org. December 1-2 It’s the most wonderful time of the year, embrace the holiday spirit with
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a Christmas Fair. Delight in Christmas carols, drink cider, and shop for unique gifts. Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1-4pm. Fayerweather House, 1859 Moorefield Road, Kingston. 789-9072, www.fayerweathercraftguild.com. December 1-30 Fall Cod Fishing proves that this is the best time of year to catch a “steaker” cod (over 20 pounds). Monday, Wednesday, Friday-Sunday. 6am3:30pm. $50-95. 33 State Street, Narragansett. 800-662-2824, www.francesfleet.com. December 2 Come out to the Edwards Auditorium at URI to see indie-based singer Ingrid Michaelson perform on Sunday, December 2 at 8pm. Edwards Auditorium, URI Kingston Campus. 64 Upper College Road, Kingston. December 5 Pick presents in your PJs! It is time again for Beauty and the Bath’s Pajama Party and Bedtime Story PJ Drive. Come in to the store in your coziest pajamas while enjoying late night shopping at 20% off. What is a pajama party without goodies? You will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, wine, and “grown up” hot chocolate. Bring in a new pair of children’s pajamas and/or a book to be donated to local homeless shelter to get into the spirit of giving, and be entered to win some fabulous prizes. 6-10pm. 11 West Main Street, Wickford. 294-3576 www.beautyandthebath.com. December 5 Author Alan Powers, of The Worlds of Giordano Bruno: The Man Galileo Plagiarized, will capture the remarkable life of Bruno, the free thinking Italian philosopher and astronomer. Free. 7:309:30pm. 1057 Kingstown Road, Peace Dale. 789-1555, www.skpl.org. December 5-29 The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly presents Art as a Gift, an exhibit featuring their holiday show.
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December 6 The East Greenwich Free Library celebrates Winter’s Eve, the 2nd Annual Juried Art Exhibit and Concert. The event will begin at 5:30 pm in the library’s Howard Silverman Gallery, where hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served. A concert by the Hummingbird Trio will follow afterwards at 7pm. 82 Pierce Street, East Greenwich. 884-9510, www. eastgreenwichlibrary.org.
December 16 Enjoy 70 minutes of bliss while The Chorus of Westerly brings us this year’s Christmas Pops. Tickets available for purchase online. $25-70. 4&6pm. George Kent Performance Hall, 119 High Street, Westerly. 596-8663, www.chorusofwesterly.org.
December 6 It is time again to be walking in a Winter Wonderland. Go for an exploration of the forested landscape at Kimball Wildlife Refuge guided by an Audubon conservationist. 9-11:30 am. 180 Sanctuary Road, Charlestown. 9495454, www.asri.org. December 14-15, 20-23 Join the Contemporary Theater for their spin of The Gift of the Magi, and get in the gift-giving holiday spirit this season. $15-20. 7pm; Sunday 2pm. The Towers, 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett. 218-0282, www.thecontemporarytheater.com. December 12 Grab some blankets and a lawn chair and come out to the Frosty Drew Observatory to watch the Geminid Meteor Shower, the “most consistent meteor shower of the year” with over 60 shooting stars per hour expected. Frosty Drew Observatory, 4870 Old Post Road, Charlestown. 364-9508, www.frostydrew.org. December 15-16 Join Clara in the Land of Sweets and get lost in The Nutcracker, by the Albano Ballet Company. $18-33. Saturday
December 21 Is there anything sweeter than a Cookie & Cupcake Decorating Workshop? Just one of the many fun activities that Ocean House brings us in their Twelve Days of Christmas, leading up to the big day. $25. 3:30pm. Ocean House, 1 Bluff Avenue, Westerly. 584-7000, www.oceanhouseevents.com. December 31 Come out with family and friends to ring in the New Year with the annual bonfire. The early hours make it suitable for families with young kids. 4:306:30pm. Charlestown Parks and Recreation. Ninigret Park Old Post Road, Charlestown. 364-1222. recreation@ charlestownri.org. December 31 Celebrate the final day of 2012 with entertainers, cocktails, and delicious food at the scenic Ocean House. Call ahead for pricing. 1 Bluff Avenue, Westerly. 584-7000. www.oceanhouseri.com.
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seeing the Light December 1-27: Entering its 33rd season this year, the Lantern Light Tours at Mystic Seaport has become a local holiday tradition. Bringing audiences back to Christmas Eve in 1876, this year’s production centers on the legend of St. Nicholas as the Patron Saint of sailors, thieves and young women seeking marriage. Each performance is a 70-minute walking tour through the 19th century village where visitors stop at designated locations to watch the story unfold. Enjoy a tale of lost love, temptation and Christmas miracles; tours begin at 5pm and leave every 15 minutes. Group sizes are very limited, so reserve your tickets in advance. $21-30. 5-8:30pm. 860-572-5331, 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, Connecticut. www.mysticseaport.org.
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Islanders get to unwrap the gift of a new theatre. The fine folks of Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), former producers of Theatre by the Sea in Matunuck, open their state-ofthe-art Warwick space this month. Unlike a certain bearded gentleman, they don’t judge whether we’ve been naughty or nice this year. Instead, they offer options for both, staging the devilishly funny Santaland Diaries and angelically sweet Winter Wonderettes. And this theatre is a gift that keeps on giving, with a full line-up of great shows scheduled through the spring. “There are 409 seats and, really, not a bad seat in the house,” Producing Artistic Director Amiee Turner tells SO about OSTC’s new home on Jefferson Boulevard. At the time, the dramatic transformation of the repurposed building, previously a vacant garage, nears completion. Turner reports, “The seats are almost ready to be installed, all of the walls are put up, the stage has been laid, and the pit’s been dug, so it’s well on its way.” Turner and her team spent the last five years at Theatre by the Sea, producing large-scale summer seasons of musical theatre and comedy. They originally planned to continue there, operating their Warwick location during the months that the historic barn theatre closed. But, since owner Bill Hanney has decided to take over the production end of Theatre by the Sea next season, he and OSTC have parted ways. Turner takes a positive stance on the change of plans, noting,
“Everyone is focused on this new tradition that we can start here in RI.” That said, she adds, “It’s always going to feel a little bittersweet.” Remaining on the bright side, Turner hopes that the central location of the Warwick theatre will translate to better accessibility and the potential to reach broader audiences. She also expects some of the challenges and limitations the group faced when mounting plays in a barn to be eliminated in this new, more conventional theatre space. Plus, she enthuses, “The staff has been unbelievable. They’ve been splitting their time between packing up the Theatre by the Sea property, building the sets for the winter shows, and also helping to facilitate a great deal of the construction.” OSTC kicks off December with a finger-snapping musical revue, The Winter Wonderettes by Roger Bean. Similar in format to the popular Forever Plaid, recently staged at Theatre by the Sea, the show features a quartet of fun gals who sing in sweet four-part harmony as the entertainment for their company’s party. Though set in 1968, the music spans decades, from traditional “O Tannenbaum” to retro “Santa Baby,” swinging “Jingle Bell Rock,” and contemporary “This Christmas.” While Wonderettes celebrates the spirit of the season, The Santaland Diaries gets giggles out of Grinches everywhere. The oneman show, based on a clever essay by humorist David Sedaris, stars Lennie Watts as a disgruntled — and hilarious — Macy’s Christmas elf. “We thought it would be fun to do
something eye-catching but also to give people a whole range of different things they could see. That’s why we went with the ‘naughty and nice’ [theme],” Turner explains. “It’s not too nice and it’s not too naughty, but there’s really something for everybody.” Following the winter shows, the notfor-profit OSTC plans an ambitious schedule. Neil Simon’s funny Fools opens in January, Jonathan Larson’s rock opera Rent in February, David Mamet’s provocative Race in March, and Rodgers & Hammerstein classic The King and I in April. As far as casting goes, Turner notes, “We have chosen to use folks that have been with us since our inception, so there will be a lot of familiar faces on stage.” With professional talent, passion, and a new home in Warwick, OSTC brings tidings of good drama to Rhode Island audiences.
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The Santaland Diaries (December 12-30) Ocean State Theatre Company 1245 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick; 921-6800
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