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CONTENTS

Enjoy Wickford from the water

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget the clam cakes and chowder in Watch HIll

EXPLORE SOUTH COUNTY

SUMMER FUN

9 17 25 30

78 Calendar of Summer Events 89 Bike Paths 90 Hiking 93 Water Sports 94 Beaches 96 Dining Guide 102 Last Look

South County Map East Greenwich Wickford Wakefield & South Kingstown

33 Kingston 34 Peace Dale 41 Narragansett 45 Galilee 52 Charlestown, Richmond & Hopkinton 55 Westerly 59 Watch Hill 60 Misquamicut 61 Block Island 69 Jamestown ON THE COVER

The view of The Towers from Narragansett Town Beach is one of the things we love about summer. Photography by Hilary Block.

For more information and up-to-date events, visit www.SoRhodeIsland.com/SoSummer SO Summer

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EDITOR’S NOTE

Photography by Hilary Block

1070 Main St., Suite 302, Pawtucket RI 02860 For advertising rates call: 401-305-3391 www.SoRhodeIsland.com Mail@ProvidenceOnline.com

Summer Loving Welcome to Rhode Island! Whether you’re staying for a weekend or the whole season (which must be nice), you’ve come to the right place. Even the locals dream about spending the summer in South County. Our beaches are the best in the Northeast, we’ve got the highest ratio of farms to population in the country, and our seafood, well… there’s a reason it gets shipped all over the world. We hope you’ve come hungry, and ready for a fun-filled vacation that leaves plenty of time for kicking back and soaking in the sun (cocktail optional, but recommended). Enjoy your trip.

Publishers Barry Fain Richard Fleischer John Howell

Media Director Jeanette St. Pierre

Creative Director Julie Tremaine

Managing Editor Grace Lentini

Digital Editor Tony Pacitti Art Director Meghan H. Follett

Advertising Design Director Layheang Meas

Assistant Art Director Katie Leclerc

Graphic Designer Nick DelGiudice

Account Managers Shelley Cavoli Louann DiMuccio-Darwich Ann Gallagher Kristine Mangan Writers Grace Lentini

Elizabeth Riel Dan Schwartz Stephanie Oster Wilmarth

Rebecca Remillard

Julie Tremaine

Contributing Photographers Hilary Block Marylou Butler Ron Cowie Brian DeMello Stacey Doyle James Jones

BY THE NUMBE R S Summer in Rhode Island

400 Miles of coastline in Rhode Island. They don’t call us the Ocean State for nothing.

20 Number of beaches of South County (not counting the secret ones you’ll have to find for yourself) which you can read about on page 94

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Days of summer. Don’t waste a single one. Get out there and explore (after you finish reading So Summer, of course.)

George Ross Brad Smith Blink of an Eye Photography Soozie Sundlun/EG Photo Force 4 Photography

Interns Marrissa Ballard Abigail Burns Ava Callery

Kemill Logarta Marisa Patrarca Charlie Woolsey

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Local Fresh Seafood, Italian Specialties & Fresh Lobster

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What’s In a Name? In your travels through Southern Rhode Island, you’re likely to encounter plenty of unofficial names for places. Even the name “South County” is itself a colloquial creation, encompassing most of Washington County, and one town each from Kent and Newport Counties. You’ll also hear lots of references to “towns” that don’t seem to exist in any official sense. Locals may direct you to strange places, like Galilee, Wyoming and Usquepaugh, that will confuse and confound your GPS. That is because many of the towns in South County are actually collections of small villages that were later incorporated into larger municipalities. Here is a handy guide to help you find your way.

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souTh KingsTown • $469,900 nedCaswell.com • 401-782-0555

JamesTown• $1,575,000 Krekorian team • 401-788-3711

souTh KingsTown • $379,900 nedCaswell.com 401-782-0555

warwicK • $575,000 donna sabitoni • 401-529-1204

souTh KingsTown • $264,900 Fran Bidell • 401-864-1308

narraganseTT • $739,000 Krekorian team 401-788-3711

wesTerly • $474,900 east Coast team • 401-203-5369

souTh KingsTown: $294,900 Barry gross 401-284-4407

narraganseTT • $769,000 sharon Ford • 401-440-2954

narraganseTT • $629,000 steve Rei 401-932-5507

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BrisTol• $474,900 east Coast team 401-203-5369

souTh KingsTown • $689,000 Krekorian team • 401-788-3711

souTh KingsTown• $325,000 nedCaswell.com • 401-782-0555

narraganseTT• $749,000 Marie theriault 401-447-4148

newporT• $900,000 steve Rei 401-932-5507

norTh KingsTown• $700,000 the Mita team • 401-632-7638

souTh KingsTown • $659,900 tammy Comstock • 401-742-2661

souTh KingsTown• $289,900 steve Rei • 401-932-5507

charlesTown• $1,200,000 the Mita team• 401-632-7638

richmond • $400,000 steve Rei • 401-932-5507

souTh KingsTown • $243,500 Vilma Moclair • 401-741-2322

norTh KingsTown • $259,000 Chris Ford • 401-207-1872

Summer at

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sept 2-4, 2016

32nd Annual

Charlestown Chamber of Commerce

Seafood Festival Ninigret Park, Charlestown, RI August 5,6,7, 2016

MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL NINIGRET PARK, CHARLESTOWN, RI

Fri; Noon - 11 pm • Sat; 11 am - 11 pm • Sun; 11 am - 10 pm

The Best Seafood

Entertainment Schedule

FRIDAY August 5, 2016

5:00pm – 10:00pm Stella Tunes DJ/Karaoke (Small stage near amusements) 6:00pm – 8:00pm The Brothers of the Road Band (A Tribute to the Allman Brothers) 9:00pm – 11:00pm Bon Jersey (Bon Jovi Tribute Band)

Lobster • Steamers • Chowder • Fish & Chips • Clam Cakes • Raw Bar A variety of all types of food for every taste

BRUCE HORNSBY

Fireworks & THE NOISEMAKERS

Bon Jersey

Saturday, August 8, 9 pm (Rain Date Sunday)

Saturday August 6, 2016 12:00pm – 1:30pm The Corvettes 2:30pm – 4:00pm Another Tequilla Sunrise (Tribute to the Eagles) 2:30pm – 5:30pm Seasoned Woods (Small stage near amusements) 5:00pm – 7:00pm Kashmir (Tribute to Led Zeppelin) 8:00pm – 11:00pm Dirty Deeds (AC/DC Tribute)

Daily Schedule

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Marolites Kites • Amusement Rides • Rock Wall Climbing • Midway Entertainment • Kayak Raffle • Lobster Raffle • 50/50 Raffles and more • Arts & Crafts • Face Painting • Bungee Jumping • Car Show • Karaoke

Sunday August 7, 2016 11:00am to 1:30pm The Reminisants 1:00pm – 4:00pm Seasoned Woods (Small stage near amusements) 2:30pm - 4:00pm Eight to the Bar 5:00pm - 7:30pm Cash is King (Johnny Cash Tribute Band) 5:00pm – 10:00pm Stella Tunes DJ/Karaoke (Small stage near amusements) 8:30pm – 10:00pm Hey Nineteen (Steely Dan Tribute Band)

Rv Camping

Self-contained units only, no hook ups. $100 fee includes 3 days of camping and two admission bracelets to the event. Additional bracelets can be purchased for $8.00 each. Call 401-364-3878 for info and reservations. Space is limited to the first 150.

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Waterfront Dining

Get a real taste for the Ocean State at these hot spots

THE ANDREA SEASIDE RESTAURANT

NAUTIKA RESTAURANT & BAR

89 Atlantic Ave, Misquamicut Beach 401-348-8788 • andreabeachbar.com

28 Water St, East Greenwich 401-398-7774 • nautikari.com

Outside Seating • Entertainment Weddings/Events

Relaxed Dining • Contemporary Cuisine Live Music & Cool Nightlife

BISTRO 1230 OCEAN

CAP’N JACKS

1230 Ocean Rd, Narragansett 401-789-6159 1230oceanbistro.com

706 Succotash Rd, South Kingstown 401-789-4556 capnjacksrestaurant.com

Casual Dining • Outdoor Seating Breathtaking View

Full Bar • Raw Bar Great Desserts

MATUNUCK OYSTER BAR OCEANSIDE AT THE PIER 629 Succotash Rd, South Kingstown 401-783-4202 rhodyoysters.com

1 Beach St, Narragansett 401-792-3999 oceansideatthepier.com

Seafood • Full Bar • Outside Seating

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

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local ingredients. craft cocktails.

“The menu is varied, the presentations are artful, and most of all, the food is delicious.” Ellen Brown - The Providence Journal Private room available for small parties. Porch and Patio Seating. Reservations online at www.besoskitchenandcocktails.com or call us at 401-398-8855 378 MAIN STREET, EAST GREENWICH, RHODE ISLAND

NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL

P R E S E N T E D B Y N AT I X I S G LO B A L A S S E T M A N A G E M E N T

J U LY 2 9 • 3 0 • 3 1 , 2 0 1 6 Norah Jones • Chick Corea/Christian McBride/Brian Blade • Gregory Porter • Galactic AngÉlique Kidjo • Robert Glasper Experiment • Kamasi Washington • Joey Alexander Trio Nels Cline: Music from Lovers • Lizz Wright • The Bad Plus performs Ornette Coleman’s Science Fiction Charles Lloyd New Quartet w/ Jason Moran, Reuben rogers & Eric Harland • Donny McCaslin Group John Scofield/Joe Lovano Quartet • Potter, Holland, Loueke & Harland • José James Kneebody • Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah Presents Stretch Music • Kenny Barron Trio Darcy James Argue’s Secret Society • Tierney Sutton: “After Blue” The Joni Mitchell Project • Kris Davis Monty Alexander Harlem-Kingston Express • Steve Coleman and Five Elements • the heath brothers Dave Liebman Expansions Group • marc ribot & the young philadelphians • Edmar CastaÑeda World Ensemble Etienne Charles & Creole Soul • Butler, Bernstein & The Hot 9 • Mary Halvorson • terry waldo Anat Cohen’s Clarinet Re-Imagined • Stefon Harris Sonic Creed • Toshiko Akiyoshi • the hot sardines Django Festival All Stars • henry butler • Yosvany Terry Quintet • Peter Apfelbaum’s Sparkler Tyshawn Sorey & Alloy • the westerlies • Ben Williams & Sound Effect • Sullivan Fortner Quartet Eric Revis Parallax • Rossano Sportiello • Cory SmythE • Roxy Coss Quintet/ASCAP Berklee Global Jazz • URI Big Band • ma & ri Music Educators Assoc All-State Jazz ensembles Preferred Hotels

Savory Gifts For All

From monthly wine & craft beer clubs, to rare spirits and unique glassware.

Delivery & Shipping Available SHOP ONLINE – thesavorygrape.com 1000 Division Road, East Greenwich (Next to Dave’s Marketplace) (401) 886-9463 (WINE)

A neighborhood brasserie serving made-from-scratch comfort food.

455 Main St. East Greenwich 401.398.2900

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Mon-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-1o p.m. Fri-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

EAST GREENWICH City chic meets South County charm

SHOPPING DESTINATION / WATERFRONT DINING / LIVING HISTORY

Bring a piece of Rhode Island home with you with a stop at sweet twist, a delightful gift shop that features jewelry, handmade chocolates, gifts and more. See page 20 for details. SO Summer

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Pilates

(Group & individual)

Personal traininG trX & Barre availaBle

Train with the Trainers who TRAIN the Trainers 333 Main Street, eaSt Greenwich • 401-886-5661 • ripilateS.coM

Distinctive Dining

at The Gateway to East Greenwich pastas + steaks + seafood + salads

Join chef-owner John Granata for dinner Tuesday-Sunday, plus: Sunday Family Style Dinner $18 adults, $9 kids under 10

Ladies Night on Wednesday

5-9pm, complimentary flatbread

Winey Tuesday

50% bottled wine with two entrées

Outdoor Patio Now Open!

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11 Main Street, East Greenwich 885-4444 • postofficecaferi.com Located at the gateway to Main Street

EAST GREENWICH By land or by sea

Photography by (Left & Bottom) Blink of an Eye Photogarphy, (Top) Hilary Block

(L) Strolling down Main Street, (Top) Rasa, (Bottom) The Green Door

East Greenwich’s Main Street is just steps from the water and the marina, so it’s easy to arrive by car or boat and spend the day shopping, strolling and eating. sHOP aND stROll East Greenwich is a destination for shopping and dining at any time of the year, but there’s something special about a sunny afternoon spent taking in the charming Main Street area. Boutiques line Main Street, like Robin B. Clothier, which offers chic and unique fashion made mindfully. David max refurbishes antique furniture, and Organical Botanical sells its own herbal, aromatherapeutic bath and body products. the Green Door is an impeccable destination for home gifts. Further south, sweet twist makes creative chocolates by hand, and sells fun gifts. 5707 Post Road. 401-885-

7579, SweetTwist.com, Robin B: 175 Main Street. 401-885-9400, RobinBClothier.com. David Max: 187 Main Street. 401-885-1732, David-Max.com. Organical Botanical: 110 Main Street. 401-4516000, TheOrganicalBotanical. com. The Green Door: 130 Main Street. 401-885-0510, TheGreenDoorAtHome.com The concentration of delicious dining in East Greenwich is second only to what you’ll find in Providence. la masseria offers gourmet Italian cuisine, while Rasa is creative, authentic Indian. Dante’s kitchen serves a real taste of the South, and Besos is a perfectly romantic date location. main street Coﬀee

serves delicious java during the day, and even better espresso martinis at night. La Masseria: 223 Main Street. 401-398-0693, LaMasseriaNYC.com. Rasa: 149 Main Street. 401-398-2822, IndianRestaurantsRI.com. Dante’s Kitchen: 315 Main Street. 401398-7798, DantesKitchenRI.com. Besos: 378 Main Street. 401-3988855, BesosKitchenandCocktails. com. Main Street Coﬀee: 137 Main Street. 401-885-8787, MainStreet-Coﬀee.com

east GReeNWICH’s HIstORY Until 1854, East Greenwich was one of five state capitals in Rhode Island, one for each county. The seat of the legislature rotated among them. It also claims to be the birthplace of the US Navy, as established by

a 1775 General Assembly resolution. Several other towns also stake this claim, but East Greenwich’s is the earliest and the only one to involve specific governmental authorization. See East Greenwich’s history for yourself at its two museums: the Varnum House Museum and the Varnum Armory. Built in 1733 by Major General James Mitchell Varnum (who served under George Washington and was a member of the Continental Congress), the Varnum House museum is a Georgian mansion that is a time capsule of early American life. It houses 17th century furniture and household items. The Varnum memorial armory houses a military history museum, including artifacts from the Revolutionary War and weapons from World Wars I and II. VarnumContinentals.org SO Summer

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Indian Cuisine To Indulge In "Bone white dishes sit like canvas under the turmeric-strewn sauces and architectural glasses lend graciousness to a meal that we all too often rush." –Rhode Island Monthly

RASA FLAVORS OF INDIA

MON. 4pm-9:30pm TUES.-THURS. 11:30am-9:30pm FRI.-SAT. 11:30am-10:15pm SUN.11:30am-9:15pm

(Top) Lobster Benedict at Jiggers Diner, (Bottom) cocktails with a view at Blu on the Water

149 Main Street, East Greenwich • (401) 498-2822 • indianrestaurantsri.com

SPARTINA 449 • KENDRA SCOTT KRINGLE CANDLE • BRIGHTON ® JOHN MEDEIROS JEWELRY TM KATE SPADE • LAFCO LUCA+DANNI TM

5 7 0 7 P O S T ROAD, EAST GREENWICH, RI • 401-885-7579 • SWEETTW I S T. CO M

To taste some of Rhode Island’s food heritage, stop by Jigger’s HIll & Harbour Diner, which has been around since 1917 and is a go-to destination for johnnycakes, the iconic food made from cornmeal ground at Kenyon’s Grist Mill (see: Kingston on page 33). Post Office Cafe is a fine dining restaurant in a historic post office building. Jiggers: 145 Main Street. 401-884-6060, JiggersDiner.com; Post Office Cafe: 11 Main Street. 401-885-4444, PostOfficeCafeRI.com

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Specializing in Espresso Martinis since 2007

East Greenwich’s location on Greenwich Cove makes it easy for day tripping boaters to make a stop. The east Greenwich marina offers transient dockage by the hour or overnight, and has two onsite restaurants: Finn’s Harborside and Blu on the Water.

The docks are about a block away from Main Street. 28 Water Street. 401- 575-7665, EastGreenwichMarina.com Finn’s Harborside has been serving fresh seafood and New England fare for over 40 years. Their huge outdoor patio and bar take advantage of the waterfront, and the restaurant offers free boat docking for customers. Finn’s has live music on the weekends. 38 Water Street. 401884-6363, FinnsHarborside.com Blu on the Water is the place to see and be seen in the summer in East Greenwich. The indoor/ outdoor restaurant and lounge is a popular lunch or dinner destination, but becomes an ultra lounge once the sun goes down. Think live music, outdoor fire pits and delicious cocktails – plus docking for boats. 20 Water Street. 401885-3700, BluOnTheWater.com

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Enjoy our cozy, friendly atmosphere with seasonal outdoor seating and gallery room with fireplace.

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Once a month, East Greenwich hosts a Thursday evening main street stroll, highlighting different aspects of the town: June 23 is Dogs on Main, July 21 is Music on Main and August 18 is the Taste of East Greenwich. EastGreenwichChamber.com

Photography by (Top) Tony Pacitti, (Bottom) Jose Navarro-Robles

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884-6363 • 38 Water Street, East Greenwich Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter @FinnsHarborside Finnsharborside.com • For Updates and Specials

Holistic Grooming Doggie Daycare Training & Photography

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58 Main Street, East Greenwich 401-884-7200 • perfectpoochri.com Bottom Level, Look For The Paw Print Awning

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Blueprint 5 is a fine men’s clothing store located in the heart of East Greenwich’s shopping district on Main Street. Curated fabrics, suits and sport coats as well as exclusive casual wear and accessories on display at this upscale boutique. With an in-house tailor and a passion for impeccable style, Blueprint 5 is a must-stop for any welldressed man. 631 Main St. 401885-2500 If you like seafood, you’ll love Finn’s Harborside. Fresh lobsters, shrimp, scallops, clams and a variety of local fish dominate the menu, which also includes pastas, chicken entrees and choice steaks. Located on scenic Greenwich Cove, your dining experience is complete with waterfront views from the dining room and outdoor patio. Signature cocktails, wine and craft beers can be enjoyed with your meal or at the lively bar. 38 Water St. 401-8846363, www.finnsharborside.com

Pets get pampered at Perfect Pooch. This storefront offers a unique collection of pet services and treatments. With an eye towards offering healthy and holistic alternatives, Perfect Pooch offers grooming with all-natural and holistic shampoos and therapeutic grade essential oils. At their cage-free doggy daycare, pooches run free, play and socialize in a safe and fun environment. Pet photography and obedience training rounds out the boutique services. 58 Main St. 401-8847200, www.perfectpoochri.com From the moment clients arrive at Roosters, it’s as though they have stepped back in time to a simpler way of life. A traditional men’s grooming center, Roosters evokes the feeling of a classic American barbershop. Services include stylish men’s haircuts, facial shaves, head shaves, color that blends away gray and men’s facials. 1000 Division St. 401-3987497, www.roostersmgc.com

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• Kayak, Canoe and stand-up Paddle board rentals & sales • guided excursions & group outings • fishing Kayaks • Waterfront location at the doorstep of the Chafee National Wildlife refuge • group rates, Multiday rates and offsite delivery available

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Specialized and Emergency Care for Your Pets

Ocean State Veterinary Specialists and Bay State Veterinary Emergency Services offer emergency care 24 hours per day 365 days a year • Ocean State Veterinary SpecialiStS

Bay State Veterinary emergency SerViceS

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76 Baptist Street at the intersection of Rts 6 & 136 Swansea, MA 02777 508.379.1233 www.bsves.net

Specialty services include: Internal Medicine, Radiology, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Avian/Exotics & Critical Care

• Servicing dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles and birds • Board Certified Specialists available by appointment • We are fully equipped with the latest advances in veterinary technology including MRI and CT

WICKFORD

A quintessentially New England waterfront village F R E S H D I NING OPTIONS / STROLL AND SHOP / WATERFRONT ADVENTURES / ARTS & CULTUR E

The catch of the day is always fresh at Wickford’s Gardner’s Wharf Seafood, a fish market with a great selection of live lobsters, shellfish, locally-caught fish and more.

WICKFORD Where history comes alive

It doesn’t get any more quintessentially New England than Wickford, a village of North Kingstown. Perched on the harbor and close to North Kingstown Town Beach, Wickford is a strolling and shopping destination, and is home to iconic summer events. SEE THE SiGHTS The main area of Wickford, centered on Main Street and Brown Street, is ideal for spending an afternoon strolling and shopping. Pamper yourself at Beauty and the Bath, get unique home touches Blue Hydrangea, stock up on natural, locally made skincare at JAVA Skin care, find fun jewelry and handmade art at J.W. Graham and Yes! Gallery. Gossip sells stylish boho women’s clothing and accessories. Green ink has been

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selling unique women’s clothing and accessories since 1972. Beauty and the Bath: 11 West Main Street. 401-294-3576, BeautyandtheBath.com. Blue Hydrangea: 2 Main Street. 401295-2583, 295Blue.com. JAVA: 14 Main Street. 866-609-3258, JavaSkinCare.com. J.W. Graham: 26 Brown Street. 401295-0757, JWGraham.com. Gossip: 16 Brown Street. 401294-7333, ShopGossip.com. Green Ink: 89 Main Street. 401294-6266, GreenInkBoutique. com

If you’re hungry, Beach rose cafe serves creative breakfast and lunch, and has picnic tables directly on the docks. Tavern by the Sea has Mediterranean-inspired fare and two outdoor patios, including an outside bar. Tate’s italian kitchen is a new restaurant serving fresh Italian classics. Beach Rose: 85 Brown Street. 401-295-2800, BeachRoseCafe.com. Tavern: 16 West Main Street. 401-294-5771, TavernBytheSeaRI.com. Tate’s: 64 Brown Street. 401-294-0000, TatesItalianKitchen.com

HiSToricALLY SpEAkinG It might not look like a castle, but Smith’s castle is one of the oldest homes in the state, and houses 400 years of New

England history. Costumed interpreters give tours of the place, which was integral to colonial Rhode Island, and they host regular events like their Strawberry Festival (June 18) and cannon demonstrations. 55 Richard Smith Drive. 401294-3521, SmithsCastle.org Never heard of Gilbert Stuart? Check your wallet. Stuart painted the portrait of George Washington that’s on the $1 bill. The Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum (in Saunderstown, another nearby village in North Kingstown) is a time capsule of Rhode Island in 1750. The gorgeous scenery itself makes the place worth a visit. 815 Gilbert Stuart Road, Saunderstown. 401-294-3001, GilbertStuartMuseum.com

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(L) Smith’s Castle, (Top) J.W. Graham, (Bottom) Tate’s Italian Kitchen

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north kingstown Town Beach. Starting on June 14, bring your picnic baskets and beach chairs to hear live local bands as the sun goes down. Concerts start at 7pm, and are free (though donations are accepted). 10 Beach Street. Find them on Facebook The kayak centre is open daily, year round. In the summer, they offer kayak instruction and guided group tours around Wickford Harbor and beyond. 9 Phillips Street. 401295-4400, KayakCentre.com

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Rejuvenate your skin with the healing properties of organic green coffee at Java Skin Care. Created in RI, the coffee-infused line blends the antioxidants and caffeine found in green coffee with organic oils for products that nourish, protect and repair the skin. The all-natural products have been featured in Cosmopolitan and Health, are available at the boutique and online. 14 Main St. 866-609-3258, www.javaskincare.com Locals and tourists alike look forward to the annual Wickford Art Festival, returning for its 54th year on July 9 and 10. With a mission to make art accessible for everyone, the two-day festival offers free admission to everyone. The family friendly event, which features over 200 fine artists from around the country, is one of the longest running juried art festivals in New England. July 9, 10am6pm; July 10, 10am-5pm. 401294-6840, www.wickfordart.org

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While it’s technically a village of South Kingstown, Wakefield is a bustling center of life in South County, home to the area’s only mall, an excellent hospital and a Main Street worth strolling. Stroll and Shop Main Street in Wakefield is lined with shops, restaurants and galleries. Spend an afternoon browsing all it has to offer. the purple Cow is a fun and funky clothing and gift shop, focusing on women’s fashion and accessories. 205 Main Street 401789-2389, ThePurpleCowCo.net Seaside Style offers clothing, nautical home decor and an extensive selection of home and kitchen gifts. 343A Main Street. 401-2841551, ShopSeasideStyle.com the hera Gallery is a nonprofit artist collective focusing on feminist art, and has been an

institution in South County since 1974. In exhibit June 18-July 23, Hera will host a South County artists & artisans Invitational Exhibition, and in August, a Summer associate Members’ Exhibition. 10 High Street. 401789-1488, HeraGallery.org At the Glass Station, artists Eben Horton and Jennifer Nauck create beautiful objects out of glass, and even offer classes in paperweight and ornament making. Their work is sold all over the country. 318 Main Street. 401-788-2500, TheGlassStationStudio.com the Mews tavern is a Rhode

Island dining icon, offering creative comfort food and 69 beers on tap at any given time. Their upstairs Celtic Pub has 200 Scotches and 40 whiskies and bourbons to sample… just not all at the same time. 456 Main Street. 401-783-9370, MewsTavern.com The rooftop bar at phil’s Main Street Grille is a rare find in South County, offering up scenic views and delicious cocktails. Downstairs, there are two restaurants – a casual diner and a more upscale dining room – to whet your appetite. 323 Main Street. 401-7834073, PhilsMainStreetGrille.com

In thE WakEfIEld SpIrIt Whaler’s Brewing Company isn’t your typical brewery.

Founded by three friends, the brewers encourage you to come to the tap room, hang out, taste beers and bring your own food with you (or order something in). Food trucks make frequent appearances at the brewery. Try their new Stone & Steel series, including Lazarette Double Citra IPA, and take a growler with you. 1070 Kingstown Road. 401284-7785, WhalersBrewing.com South County’s only distillery, Sons of liberty, is also New England’s most awarded one. Sons of Liberty has made a big splash with its Uprising and Battle Cry American Whiskies. Visit the distillery to taste their new releases or to barrel age your own Manhattans and take them home with you. 1425 SO Summer

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fEElInG draMatIC the Contemporary theater Company (CTC) states unexpected and under-the-radar dramas and comedies in repertory. This summer will see rotating performances of beloved musical The Fantastiks, Neil Simon’s New York dinner party farce Rumors, and Slamming Doors, which is a full-length improvised farce. There are also kid-friendly performances on Saturdays. This summer, it’s The Emperor’s New Clothes – and late night improv comedy on the weekends. Fridays bring Micetro, CTC’s flagship improv show, and Saturday night is the Late Night Jamboree, where a rotating set

of shows – house troupes Bait & Switch, Wilbur Wilbur Nealbur, Gorilla Improv and More or Less – let the audience decide the scenes they’ll be enacting. 327 Main Street. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany. com

hot tIp all that Matters is the state’s epicenter for whole living: part yoga studio, part spa, part resource library for those looking to learn more about mindfulness, nutrition and holistic health. Drop-in classes are available for visitors – some are even on the beach. 315 Main Street. 401-782-2126, AllThatMatters.com

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A village of South Kingstown, Kingston is home to an Amtrak station, Rhode Island’s largest university and a lot of historic charm. hIGhEr lEarnInG Kingston is best known as the home of the University of rhode Island. Its major concerts at the Ryan Center, Division 1 NCAA athletics (namely the men’s basketball team Rhody Rams), Master Gardeners program and performing arts all regularly draw crowds. Their Boss Ice Arena offers ice skating year round, but the pic-

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turesque campus is perfect for a stroll any time. URI.edu kInGSton’S hIStory The old Washington County Jail is preserved as a museum, but also serves as the home of the Pettaquamscutt Historical Society, with collections documenting early Rhode Island and Native American life. 2636 Kingstown Road. 401-783-1328, Pettaquamscutt.org Since 1696, kenyon’s Grist Mill has been grinding out the meal that makes Rhode Island’s iconic johnnycakes, which are savory

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lookInG BaCk South County’s oldest museum, the Museum of primitive art and Culture, houses more than 15,000 archaeological artifacts from around the world. Its oldest artifact is a two million year old hominid chopping tool from East Africa. Other collections include Stone Age and Bronze Age artifacts from Europe, Prehistoric stone artifacts from New England, a Babylonian cuneiform tablet, and Rhode Island and Native American artifacts. 1058 Kingstown Road. 401-783-5711, PrimitiveArtMuseum.org

Stroll and Shop The quaint village of Peace Dale has a handful of must-visit shops. Sweet Cakes is a bakery with killer desserts, as well as breakfast and lunch daily.

Comfort and Joy sells plush, cozy gifts. rock Spot Indoor Climbing has nearly 12,000 sq. ft. of indoor rock climbing space. Sweet Cakes: 1227 Kingstown Road. 401-789-5420, SweetCakesBakeryRI.com. Comfort and Joy: 1220 Kingstown Road. 401-783-5300, ComfortandJoyRI.com. Rock Spot: 1174 Kingstown Road. 401-789-7768, RockSpotClimbing.com

thE old BallGaME Peace Dale’s old Mountain field has a new skate park, and is home to the Ocean State Waves baseball team. The summer collegiate team has sent six ball players to the pros in its three short years. Over 15,000 people came to watch the games last season. 875 Kingstown Road. OceanStateWaves.com

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Matunuck oyster Bar is on the short list of must-try Rhode Island restaurants, not just for its delicious preparations of fresh, local fish – but because chefowner Perry Raso raises his

theatre by the Sea has been a tradition in South County for nearly a century, and has seen the likes of Marlon Brando and Groucho Marx grace its stage. Housed in a historic barn, TBTS

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hosts professional-quality musical productions throughout the

raw bar. The outdoor bar is the place to be as soon as the warm

summer. This season, Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, West Side

weather hits. Across the street, Cap’n Jack’s (and its sister restaurant Salt Marsh raw Bar) serves up traditional New England fare, and has an attached bakery that’s nearly impossible to resist. Matunuck Oyster Bar: 629 Succotash Road. 401-783-4202, RhodyOysters. com. Cap’n Jack’s: 706 Succotash Road. 401-789-4556, CapnJacksRestaurant.com

Story, The Wizard of Oz and Sister Act are taking the stage. The attached Bistro by the Sea offers dinner before the show, and cabaret performances after. 364 Cards Pond Road. 401-782-8587, TheatreByTheSea.com

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and a relaxed crowd. By day, the O Mist is a family-friendly restaurant. By night, it’s the place to be when you’re coming straight off the beach and you need refreshment. The expansive deck has views of Block Island, and the waves come directly underneath – that’s how close to the ocean you are. During the season, the Ocean Mist hosts live bands in the afternoon and at night. Next door, tara’s tipperary tavern has traditional Irish and pub food, as well as several decks, beach access and lots of live music. Plus, Tara’s has cabins, in case you decide you’d rather not drive home. Ocean Mist: 895 Matunuck Beach Road. 401-782-3740, OceanMist.net. Tara’s: 907 Matunuck Beach Road. 401-284-1901, TarasFamilyPub.com

BEaCh and BlUES the ocean Mist is the quintessential beach bar. It’s nothing fancy: just great pub fare, cold beers

frESh off thE Boat When you’re leaving East Matunuck Beach, don’t come back

the way you came. Keep driving down Succotash Road until you hit Jerusalem, a postage stamp of a village where fishing boats dock and unload fresh catch. Bring your own wine to Jim’s dock, a no-frills restaurant where you pick your own lobster and eat it on picnic tables on the actual fishing dock. You can’t miss it: any further and you’d end up in Galilee Harbor. 1175 Succotash Road. 401-783-2050

hot tIp Don’t miss daddy’s Bread, a hidden bakery where you’ll never see a baker. Choose from loaves like Parmesan-GarlicDill or Apple Cinnamon, leave your cash in the honor-system till, and just try to make it back to your hotel before you tear into the baked daily loaves. 805 Moonstone Beach Road. DaddysBreadRI.com

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(L) Matunuck Oyster Bar (R) Clam cakes and chowder al fresco at Jim’s Dock

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Destination: Wakefield Own a museum piece The simple elegance of our Wine Decanter made it a winner at the Museum of Modern Art Good Design Show in 1953. We haven’t changed a thing.

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494 Glen Rock Rd., W. Kingston, RI 401-783-2350 peterpots.com daily 10-4, Sun.1-4, ‘til 5 starting 5/28 Pets and their humans flock to Benny and Jack. The specialty pet boutique carries a curated selection of high-quality dog food and treats, toys, apparel and accessories. With a focus on carrying local products (like Jamestown’s The Fair Lead Leash) and supporting animal welfare organizations, this store is a favorite by furry friends and owners alike. Obedience training, ID tags and online shopping also available. 237 Robinson St. 401-360-2258, www.bennyandjack.com A RI tradition since 1948, Peter Pots Pottery offers handcrafted stoneware in their West Kingston showroom and studio. Their award-winning dinnerware and accessories are available at their historic mill and online. Peter Pots offering over 150 artistic designs and with collectors throughout the country, a stop here is a must in your travels. 494 Glen Rock Road, West Kingston. 401-7832350, www.peterpots.com

Enjoy the best of Thai and Asian cuisine at Wakefield’s Sa-Tang. Open for lunch and dinner, this local favorite offers a large menu of appetizers, noodles, fried rice, entrees, desserts and cocktails. Fresh seafood, curry dishes, Pad Thai, spicy specialties, glutenfree and healthy options available. Dinner only on Sundays. 402 A-B Main St. 401-284-4220, www.sa-tang.com Come taste the award-winning cuisine of chef Luciano Canova at Trattoria Romana. The authentic Italian restaurant features traditional Roman recipes passed down from Chef Luciano’s family, as well as inventive Northern and Southern Italian preparations inspired by his education and travels. Also offering a lively bar scene, where guests can enjoy cocktails, beer and wine while enjoying the full food selection. 71 South County Commons Way. 401-792-4933, www.trattoria-south.com

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NARRAGANSETT Sun, sand and surf

Narragansett is Rhode Island’s iconic beach town. Three major public beaches – Scarborough, Wheeler and Narragansett Town Beach – offer all the rays you can handle. There’s even enough food and fun to get you through the rainy days. NarraGaNSett pier The area around Town Beach is bustling with families enjoying lunch on oceanside patios, surfers fresh off the waves and couples strolling and shopping. If you’re headed to Narragansett town Beach, make sure you have cash – it’s one of Rhode Island’s only beaches that charges admission per head, instead of just charging for parking. It’s worth the few dollars, though: surfing lessons are available all day long, and the facilities and sand are among the cleanest and best you’ll find.

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When you’re ready for lunch, walk along the sea wall to Monahan’s clam Shack, where you order from a window and take in the waves as you eat. For sit down service with views for days, the coast Guard house, directly next to the Narragansett Towers, is your best bet. A beachwearfriendly roof deck offers casual fare, while downstairs (including a patio and some cocktail-ready adirondack chairs) offers upscale lunch and dinner. Monahan’s: 190 Ocean Road. 401-782-2524, MonahansRI.com. Coast Guard

House: 40 Ocean Road. 401-7890700, TheCoastGuardHouse.com If you’re in the mood to shop, check out pier Marketplace, where you can knock out all of your gifts for home without buying a single cheesy souvenir. The seaside complex is home to shops like the whole living Simply Natural, book and gift shop curiosity and Mischief, the fashionable kc Shoes and Shades. polka dot panda has cute clothing for kids. Restaurants like oceanside at the pier, with its great outdoor bar and water views, and authentically Northern Indian Maharajah will make sure you don’t go hungry. All shops located in Pier Marketplace, directly across from the sea wall on Ocean Road.

hiStorY coMeS aLiVe Housed at Canochet Farm, the South county Museum is a summer-only attraction that features a living history farm (including a ﬂock of heritage Rhode Island Red chickens, the state bird), maritime gallery, print shop, one-room schoolhouse, blacksmith shop and more. Their collection comprises more than 20,000 objects, from pre-European settlement to the 1950s. 115 Strathmore Street. 401-783-5400, SouthCountyMuseum.org casey Farm, a mid-18th century homestead, is still a working organic farm and hosts one of the area’s largest farmer’s markets on Saturday mornings in the summer. They offer guided

Photography (Left and Top) by Blink of an Eye Photography, (Bottom) by Michael Cevoli

(L) Narragansett Town Beach, (Top) Casey Farm, (Bottom) Coast Guard House

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Whether you crave a lobster roll on the lawn, fried whole belly clams for the drive home, or an outstanding complete shore dinner with family and friends, Aunt Carrie’s offers two distinct menus. Our dining room offers wonderful views in a vintage setting. We also have children’s favorites and sweet, fresh homemade desserts.

Be sure to visit our Ice Cream & Gift Shoppe, too!

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1240 Ocean Road, Narragansett • 783-7930 • www.auntcarriesri.com

tours of the property during the warm weather. 2325 Boston Neck Road. 401-295-1030

Work Your Beach BodY Believe it or not, Rhode Island has a big surfing community, much of which congregates on Narragansett Town Beach. Gansett Juice, better known as Narragansett Skate & Surf Shop, is home to surfing legend Peter Pan and offers daily lessons on the beach in both surfing and standup paddleboard. (For you brave souls, those lessons are offered year round.) If you’ve already got the basics covered but you traveled without your gear, they offer equipment and wetsuit rentals. Gansett rides rents jet skis that launch from Monahan’s

Dock and kayaks. Natural Fitness Yoga leads early morning beach classes on Town Beach. Gansett Juice: 74 Narragansett Avenue. 401-789-7890, NarragansettSurfandSkate.com. Gansett Rides: 145 Boon Street. 401-363-9550, GansettRides. com. Natural Fitness: 76 Narragansett Avenue. 401-783-9229, NaturalFitnessYoga.com

hot tip Wondering what goes on inside those iconic Narragansett towers? A lot. The function space hosts weddings and large parties, but invites the public for Wednesday night Ballroom Dancing lessons (no partner required). TheTowersRI.com

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This corner of Narragansett is best known as the fishing port of Pt. Judith – home of Rhode Island’s famous calamari – but the village of Galilee has a lot more to offer for fun and food. Beach BiteS Salty Brine Beach, named after one of Rhode Island’s most beloved radio and TV icons, is a little patch of shore that’s great for families. The sea wall between it and the passing Block Island Ferry makes for few waves and good visibility in the water. It’s also home to two Rhody food icons, George’s of Galilee and champlin’s Seafood, that are so close together they share a parking lot. Champlin’s, serving traditional New England clam shack fare since the 1930s, has an attached seafood market and a second ﬂoor restaurant where almost all of the seating is outdoors (including an outdoor Channel Bar where you can watch the boats go by). Founded in 1948, George’s has a walk-up window for beach snacks and a full restaurant inside. Their upstairs bar and patio has live music in the afternoons and evenings and has a view of the beach. George’s: 250 Sand Hill Cove Road. 401783-2306, GeorgesofGalilee.com, Champlin’s: 256 Great Island Road, 401-783-3152, Champlins.com

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traﬃc as the hub of Block Island transportation. Though the Block island Ferry also sails from Newport and Fall River, MA, the busiest boats come and go from this port. Get there early to ensure good parking, and spend that extra time strolling around and shopping. polka dot panda has adorable kid’s clothing, and Softouch sells the souvenirs that you’re going to want to buy on island. Be smart and stash them in your car before you get on the boat. Ferry: 304 Great Island Road. 401-7837996, BlockIslandFerry.com. Softouch: 294 Great Island Road. 401-783-6274. Polka Dot Panda: 236B Sand Hill Cove Road. 401-792-4885, PDPanda. com

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FreSh oFF the Boat There’s a reason you see Pt. Judith calamari on every restaurant’s menu in Rhode Island (and, let’s face it, all over the country): it’s simply the best. The state’s freshest, most coveted fish comes into this port. Get it right from the source at the ﬁshing docks, where you can pick up lobsters, squid, clams and whatever other seafood is fresh and in season. Great

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The food selection is amazing. The menu alone at George’s of Galilee will make your mouth water. Seafood is their sig-

nature speciality, be it grilled, sauteed, baked or fried. Clams, shrimp, oysters, lobster, mussels, fluke, salmon are just a sampling of what’s available on the award-winning seafood menu. Hand-cut ribeye steaks, freshly made pastas, sushi, healthy options (such as gluten, lactose free and vegan dishes) and kids favorites are also among the delicious options available for lunch and dinner.

The fish is fresh off the boat. Nestled in the port of Galilee, George’s is committed to the fishing village and its com-

munity of commercial fishermen. The restaurant buys their fish directly from day boats to serve fresh and responsibly caught.

It’s the place to be.

Overlooking Salty Brine Beach,

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stagram from George’s picture perfect outdoor patio. With seven dining rooms on two floors that seat upwards of 500 people, you can always find people having a great time at George’s. In the summer, the covered upstairs deck and outdoor dining area brim with lively bars and live music and entertainment seven days a week.

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with its outstanding food, sweeping waterfront views and customer service. Dining here is more than just a meal – it’s an experience.

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sic and summer volleyball leagues to beach blanket service and all-

you-can-eat Friday Fish Fest, there’s plenty of fun to be had at George’s.

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250 Sand Hill Cove, Port of Galilee 401-783-2306 GeorgesOfGalilee.com

Family owned since 1975

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115 Strathmore Street, Narragansett, RI 401-783-5400 • www.southcountymuseum.org

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Cigar enthusiasts will enjoy stopping by and visiting the Cigar Box in Mariner Square on Point Judith Road. Featuring a spacious and comfortable cigar lounge, the shop offers a wide selection of fine cigars, humidors, lighters and various smoking accessories. Stop in to browse, smoke, watch a game on the big screen and lounge with fellow aficionados. 140 Point Judith Rd. 401-7929309 Go for an adventure on the waters of Narragansett and beyond with Frances Fleet. With four vessels in their fleet, the seasoned crew offers a variety of deep sea fishing excursions to novices and experienced anglers alike. Half day, full day, night, overnight and offshore trips are available to catch everything from fluke and cod to squid and tuna. Whale watching and nature excursion tours are offered June 30-August 30. Reservations recommended. 33 State St. 800662-2824, www.francesfleet.com

South County Museum is brimming with activities for their Summer Fun series. A Taste of Summer is happening June 10 from 5-8pm. Visit on July 4 to see and hold baby chicks from 10am-2pm. Children’s musician Bill Harley performs on July 14 at 6pm. Come on August 20 from 12-4pm to hear the SC Old Time Jammers Music Fest. The 31st annual Quilt Show & Family Day returns on September 16-18. 115 Strathmore St. 401-783-5400, www.southcountymuseum.org With beautiful beaches and rural farmland, Narragansett really offers the best of both worlds to visitors. Sunset Farm is a picturesque farm located on Point Judith Road and just a few minutes away from the coast. Treat yourself to delicious steaks and ground meat for burgers with their all-natural, beef. Pick up some in-season produce while you’re there, and serve up a truly local and sustainable meal. 505 Point Judith Rd. 401-450-2891

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Everyone is an artist at Create Color Art Studio. The fun and colorful space offers walk-in paint your own pottery, mosaics, canvas and glass painting. Great for kids and adults alike, the studio encourages visitors of all artistic levels to release their inner artists. Decorative mugs, plates, souvenirs and more can be made here, as well as family treasures like handprints and footprints in clay. Classes and paint parties are also available. 5 Pier Marketplace, Narragansett. 401-363-9511; www.createcolorartstudio.com Looking for some good summer reading material and greeting cards? Look no further than Curiosity & Mischief. This beloved Pier Marketplace store has a unique selection of books about Rhode Island written by local authors. Stationery, home accessories, collectibles and last minute gifts can also be found here. 4A Pier Marketplace, Narragansett; 401-782-1992

See an artistic side of South County at Pier Picture. Gorgeous photos of South County landmarks, beaches and coastal life created by local artists are on display and available for purchase. The fine arts gallery space also offers a wide collection of framed art, scenic prints, custom framing, photography classes and a variety of photo and editing services. 18A Pier Marketplace, Narragansett. 401-855-1010. Shopping gets a conscience at Simply Natural, another muststops at the Pier Marketplace. The seaside boutique offers a curated selection of sustainable, locally made, organic and Fair Trade gifts for you and your home. Artisan jewelry, natural body and cleaning products, seasonal clothing and handmade housewares are featured here. With prices that are easy on the wallet to boot, you’ll feel good about shopping here. 24A Pier Marketplace, Narragansett. 401-782-3400, www. simplynaturalandmore.com

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CHARIHO

A rural hideaway with big time events O F F T H E B E AT E N PATH DESTINATIONS / NINIGRET PARK / TOWNS OF CHARLESTOWN, RICHMOND & H O P K I N T O N

The rhythm & roots Festival returns for its 19th year of music and dance on September 2-4 at Ninigret Park. See page 12 for details.

CHARIHO Three towns full of adventure

(L) The Fantastic Umbrella Factory,(R) The Nordic Lounge

The towns of Charlestown, Richmond and Hopkinton, colloquially known as Chariho, are rural hideaways that offer some of South County’s best coastal and wooded scenery. a MaGiCal eXCursioN Contrary to its name, the Fantastic umbrella Factory does not make, or even sell, umbrellas. This whimsical destination defies description, but is a fantastic place to spend a few hours. Since 1968, the 19th century farmyard has been a sort of artist collective and international bazaar. At the Umbrella Factory, you’ll find glassblowers and potters creating art at Small Axe Productions, and shops like The General Store and South County Artisans Loft selling everything from penny

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candy to local art. The Umbrella Factory Gardens is a unique greenhouse, and there are perennial gardens filled with ﬂowers and sculptures throughout the property with places to sit and take everything in. There’s a bamboo maze, and a barnyard filled with emus, goats and chickens. And after you’ve done all that, there’s Small Axe Cafe, a BYOB restaurant that serves food made with vegetables grown on the property. 4820 Old Post Road, Charlestown. 401-364-1060, FantasticUmbrellaFactory.com

uNusual eats Chariho has its share of delicious restaurants, but two are unlike any other in Rhode Island. the Nordic lodge is a lakeside restaurant in Charlestown that brings in customers by the busload, literally, to get a taste of their seafood buffet. The price tag is high – $93 per adult – but the spread is worth it: all you can eat lobster, crab, raw bar, prime rib, filet, bacon-wrapped scallops, lobster bisque, shrimp scampi and lobster mac and cheese (to name a few), plus a salad bar, a dessert bar and soft drinks. There’s also an a la carte menu for smaller appetites. Nordic Lodge: 178 East Pasquiset Trail, Charlestown. 401-783-4515, NordicLodge.com

The Charlestown rathskeller is a piece of South County history, revived from a speakeasy in operation in that building 80 years ago. Now, the Rathskeller is a go-to hangout for locals. The kitchen serves gastropub favorites like the Duck & Sausage plate (crispy confit duck leg and German-style bockwurst with braised red cabbage), a Bacon Blue Burger (with blue cheese, bacon, pickled onions and arugula) and their signature Rathskeller Fries plain, loaded, with truﬄed pecorino or with short rib gravy. Before or after dinner, the lawn has lawn games – their cornhole tournament is on Thursday evenings – and the restaurant often hosts live music. 489A Old Coach Road, Charlestown.

19th century Farmyard Shops & Cafe in Charlestown since 1968 Small Axe Productions Est. 1974

Domestic & Imported Gifts, Clothing & Jewelry and more (401) 364-1060

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The General Store

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Vintage Eyeglass Frames • Soy Candles • (401) 219-0881 401-792-1000, TheCharlestownRathskeller.com Natural WoNders Charlestown’s Ninigret Park hosts signature events like the Charlestown Seafood Festival, but the 227-acre park is also home to a playground, ball fields, a bike path, tennis and basketball courts, picnic areas and a freshwater pond with a beach. Inside the park, Frosty drew observatory offers nighttime stargazing and an educational nature

center. Route 1A, Charlestown. Park: 401-364-1222. Observatory: 401364-9508. FrostyDrew.org Kettle Pond Visitors Center is an environmental learning center that teaches families about local ecosystems. It’s a great resource for learning about the National Wildlife Refuge Complex spread across the state, especially Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge just down the road. 50 Bend Road, Charlestown. 401-364-9124, FWS. gov/Ninigret

Hot tiP Chariho is home to some of the summer’s biggest events: the Charlestown seafood Festival and Washington County Fair in August, and the rhythm and roots Festival on labor day weekend. Check out our Calendar of Events on page 78 for more.

South County Artisans Loft

Featuring local Artists and Craftsmen • (401) 3641600

Frills

Treasures for the Funky Soul • 60’s, 70’s, 80’s & 90’s

Block Print Graphics

Original designs on Tees for men, women and children. Also our own jewelry, mobiles and stickers

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Also glitter tattoo’s and hair feathers- seasonal • (860) 917-5304

4820 Old Post Road, Charlestown, RI 401-364-1060 • Open Daily Summer Hours: 10 am to 6 pm • Fall- Winter- Spring Hours: 10 am to 5 pm Please check our website

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Yawgoo ValleY water Park open dailY 11am-6pm • June 18 – laboR daY over 700’ of Slides • 3 pools • picnic area • Caribbean Style tiki bar • Free parking

Birthday Parties • sPecial events • Water Park GrouP rates availaBle 160 Yawgoo ValleY Road, exeteR • 401-294-3802 • Yawgoo. co m

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Kansas City BBQ Competition

John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band Fri. 6:30pm Rain or Shine

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Big flavors, bigger fun DOWNTOWN ARTS AND CULTURE / WILCOX PARK / WATCH HILL / MISQUAMICUT

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WESTERLY City sophistication with small town feel

The southernmost town in Rhode Island is a popular landing spot for visitors from New York and Connecticut, and it’s not hard to see why. Easy access to the Long Island ferries and proximity to the highway – plus a lot of big city sophistication with a small town feel – make Westerly worth a visit. aRts, anD tHe PaRK Westerly has more arts and entertainment than any other place in South County, especially in the summer. the Colonial theatre will be holding its 25th annual Shakespeare Festival this summer, staging Hamlet al fresco in the beautifully landscaped Wilcox Park from July 20-August 7. 3 Granite Street. 401-5967909, TheColonialTheatre.org Granite theatre oﬀers a full summer season of stage productions. From May 20-June 12, check out Razzle Dazzle 2: A Musical Revue. Catch the New

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York comedy Social Security from June 24-July 24, and Neil Simon’s farce Rumors from July 29-August 28. 1 Granite Street. 401-596-2341, GraniteTheatre. com the Chorus of Westerly brings back its Summer Pops on June 18. This beloved annual tradition features a performance by the Boston Pops Festival Orchestra featuring the Chorus, playing the 1812 Overture Finale. Families bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets to Wilcox Park, enjoy the performance, and watch ﬁreworks afterwards.

119 High Street. 401-596-8663, ChorusofWesterly.org

a FooDie Destination Westerly is second only to Providence and Newport in terms of the number and quality of its restaurants. A large Italian population has given the town its own iconic food: “soupy” is a dry-cured Italian pork sausage descended from the sopressata of the area’s Calabrian heritage. Every family has its own recipe, but it’s available for sale at places like Dippers Packing Co, Phil’s Marketplace and Dunns Corners Market. Dippers: 55 Ledward Avenue. 401-596-3951. Phil’s: 116 Granite Street. 401-637-4885, PhilsMarketplaceRI.com. Dunns: 5 Langworthy Road. 401-3221669, DunnsCornersMarket.com Downtown Westerly is home

to any restaurant that ﬁts your taste, from classically Italian trattoria Longo to unmatched burgers at B&B Dockside to creative brunch at 84 tavern on Canal. ella’s Fine Food and Drink serves locally-minded French/Asian fusion, and its chef Jeannie Roland managed to accomplish the title task on Beat Bobby Flay last year. Longo: 12 Canal Street. 401-3152952, TrattoriaLongo.com. B&B: 19 Margin Street. 401-315-2520, BnBDockside.com. 84 Tavern: 15 Canal Street. 401-596-7871, 84Tavern.com. Ella’s: 2 Tower Street. 401-315-0606, EllasFineFoodandDrink.com Closer to the beaches, the sea Goose serves impeccable local seafood with a New Orleans ﬂair, and the twin restaurants Vittoria’s and Vetrano’s serve

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(L) Tours at Grey Sail, (Top) Fresh seasonal fare from Ella’s Fine Foods, (Bottom) The Chorus of Westerly

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up NY-meets-RI pizza and classic Italian favorites. Sea Goose: 265 Post Road. 401315-0788, TheSeaGoose.com. Vittoria’s: 224 Post Road. 401-322-1901. Vetrano’s: 130 Granite Street, 401-348-5050, VetranosRestaurant.com

Photography by (Top) Ian Travis Barnard

Raise a Pint In addition to being a food destination, Westerly is becoming a beer lover’s haven. the Malted Barley, a pub serving nearly 100 craft beers,

along with gourmet pretzels and pretzel sandwiches, offers live music on weekends. 42 High Street. 401-315-2184, TheMaltedBarleyRI.com Westerly’s resident brewery, Grey sail Brewing, offers beers like their signature Flying Jenny extra pale ale, Captain’s Daughter imperial IPA and Flagship cream ale at their tasting and tap room, and at restaurants all over South County. 63 Canal Street. 401212-7592, GreySailBrewing.com

Hot tiP The famed Knickerbocker Cafe, home to the Grammyaward-winning Roomful of Blues, is a great evening spot for live music and dancing. 35 Railroad Avenue. 401-315-5070, TheKnickerbockerCafe.com

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Watch Hill might be Taylor Swift’s summer playground, but there’s a lot more to do than just circle her house (not that we’d blame you). CRUisinG tHe stRiP

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After a morning at East Beach, spend the afternoon strolling the strip, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. the Flying Horse Carousel at the end of Bay Street is the oldest continuously operating carousel in the country. Shops along Bay and Fort Street oﬀer beautifully curated summer shopping, from the sundresses at Christina’s LtD, to nautical home decor at WH2o and Highpoint Home, to delicious gifts at Watch Hill Gourmet. Christina’s: 1 Railroad Avenue. 401-315-2615, ChristinasLTD. com. WH20: 92 Bay Street. 401315-0768, WH2OCollection.com. Highpoint Home: 6 Fort Road. 401-315-2188, HighpointHomeDecor.com. Watch Hill Gourmet: 6 Fort Road. 401-596-2224 st. Clair annex is Watch Hill’s iconic ice cream parlor and clam shack, but if you’re in the mood for a bigger meal, olympia tea Room is a full-service restaurant celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. St. Clair Annex: 141 Bay Street. 401-3488407. Olympia Tea Room: 74 Bay Street. 401-348-8211, OlympiaTeaRoom.com

Watch Hill’s napatree Point is a popular spot for beachgoers, but it’s also a nature preserve where endangered piping plovers nest, so Napatree is a popular bird watching spot as well. sandy Point was once attached to Napatree, but hurricane erosion separated the two. The 35-acre island also has a public beach and is a nature preserve. the Watch Hill Lighthouse, a 15-minute walk from town, dates back to 1856 and has a museum open to the public in July and August.

LiFe oF LUXURY (FoR a DaY) While staying at the ocean House can cost up to $10,000 a night, the hotel is visitor-friendly, especially the on-site spa and expansive Verandah patio bar that’s perfect for cocktailing and people watching. Restaurants include the more casual Bistro serving gastropub fare, and Seasons, a ﬁne dining experience. Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights in the summer, the Ocean House hosts open-to-the-public lobster boils on their private beach. 1 Bluﬀ Avenue. 855-6780364, OceanHouseRI.com

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MISQUAMICUT

Same Great Food, Same Great Service...

Fun in the sun

Now With A Great View & Full Bar! Featuring our Pepper Bacon Bloody Mary

Burgers

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Serving award winning artisinal burgers and lovingly prepared hearty breakfast with a twist! Featuring a variety of daily specials!!

This sandy strip of Westerly has some of the most popular beaches in Rhode Island, and it’s easy to see why.

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atlantic Beach Park is an oceanfront family center, offering rides (including a 1915 carousel), ice cream and lots of fun. On Tuesday nights in July and August, Atlantic Beach Park hosts Movies on the Beach, offering up kid-friendly flicks. Thursday nights bring Magic by the Sea. 321 Atlantic Avenue. 401-322-0504 On Monday and Wednesday nights in July and August, Misquamicut hosts concerts on the beach. Friday night brings Drive in Movies, featuring classic films. Music: Westerly Town Beach 337 Atlantic Avenue. 401-348-2597, TunesontheDunesRI.com. Movies: Wuskenau Town Beach Pondside, Atlantic Avenue. Misquamicut.org

CoCKtaiLs in tHe sanD Misquamicut is the only place in South County where servers will bring you lunch, complete with cocktails, while you’re actually on the beach. Paddy’s Beach Club has lounge chairs available on their private beach area, as well as several different outdoor bars. The kidfriendly dining rooms are in the shade, but still have great water views. the andrea is another

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beach-friendly restaurant where you can walk straight oﬀ the sand, have lunch and hear some live music in the afternoons. Their adirondack chairs are prime real estate for getting some sun and enjoying a frozen beverage. the Windjammer surf Bar, contrary to its name, is actually another family-friendly restaurant. Paddy’s: 159 Atlantic Avenue. 401-596-2610, PaddysBeach. com. The Andrea: 89 Atlantic Avenue. 401-348-8788, AndreaBeachBar.com. Windjammer: 321 Atlantic Avenue. 401-322-0504, AtlanticBeachPark.com

WesteRLY’s Fine VintaGe Just a minute down the road in Weekapaug, Langworthy Farm is South County’s only winery, oﬀering locally inspired bottles like Charlestown Cabernet Franc, Shelter Harbor Chardonnay, Weekapaug White and Pawcatuck River Red. The winery is open for tastings Wednesday-Sunday in June, and daily for the rest of the summer. Tours happen at 3pm on weekends. 308 Shore Road. 401-322-7791, LangworthyFarm.com

Photography by (Top) Tiﬀany Axtmann, (Bottom) by Blink of An Eye Photography

(Top) Enjoy cocktails beachside at The Andrea, (Bottom) Misquamicut Beach

Not Bed & Breakfast

BLOCK ISLAND

An island escape in under an hour O L D A ND NEW HARBOR / NATURAL BEAUTY / BEACHES / GETTING AROUND THE ISLAND

The National hotel offers amazing views from their rooms, Tap & Grille restaurant and iconic front porch. See page 66 for details.

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BLOCK ISLAND An unspoiled oasis, minutes away

(L) The Spring House, (Top) The National Hotel, (Bottom) Island Moped

Block Island is a natural wonder. Just 13 miles from Point Judith, the island’s expansive green spaces and unspoiled coastline are worth exploring. Best of all, Block Island beaches are free.

Photography (bottom R) by Marylou Butler

old harBor aNd NeW harBor If you’re arriving on the island by the Block Island ferry, you’ll land in Old Harbor, which is the busy “Main Street” area of the island. Here, ﬁnd a concentration of shops selling beachwear, souvenirs, jewelry and nautical gifts, like The salty dog and The peppered Cat, heart space and Glass onion. Ferry: 401-783-7996, BlockIslandFerry.com. Salty Dog & Peppered Cat: 226 Water Street. 401-466-5254. Heart Space: 212 Water Street. Glass Onion: 241 Water Street. 401466-5161.

If you’re hungry, grab a bite at Mohegan Cafe, which brews its own beer, or The National, which has great views of the harbor from its wraparound porch. A short walk from here will get you to abrams farm (home to exotic birds, kangaroos, a camel, lemurs, water buffalo and a zeedonk, among others) and the luxury hotels with restaurants: hotel Manisses, The atlantic Inn and spring house, the latter two having some of the best vistas on the island, and Adirondack chairs from which to enjoy them. Mohegan: 213 Water Street. 401-4665911, MoheganBI.com. National: 36 Water Street. 401-466-2901,

NationalRI.com. Abrams Farm: 1 Spring Street. 401-466-2421. Manisses: 251 Spring Street. 401-4669898, HotelManisses.com. Atlantic: High Street. 401-224-7422, AtlanticInn.com. Spring House: 52 Spring Street. 401-466-5844, SpringHouseBlockIsland.com If you’re arriving on the island by private boat, you’ll likely land in New Harbor. Boater-friendly restaurant The oar has showers on the lower level and a lively restaurant (with an outdoor bar) above. Also in New Harbor: kayak rentals, payne’s donuts and Champlin’s Marina – walk down the dock and you’ll be rewarded with a mudslide at Trader Vic’s, a rooftop bar where you can watch the boats come in and out. Oar: 221 Jobs Hill Road. 401-466-8820. Payne’s: 1 Ocean Avenue. 401466-5758. Champlin’s/Vic’s: 80

West Side Road. 401-466-7777

GeTTING arouNd The IslaNd Block Island only has a few main roads, and nothing is out of reach without a car – though the slow boat does allow them if you book in advance. Disembark from the ferry, and you’ve got transportation options right in front of you: the taxi queue has options from point A to point B, but also taxi tours from Mig’s rig Taxi and Block Island Taxi Tours. Mig’s: 401-480-0493, MigsRigTaxi.om. BI Taxi: 401-466-2562 If you’d prefer two wheels to two feet, rent a bike from old harbor Bike shop or a moped – you’ll see a lot of these on the island – from aldo’s Mopeds and Bikes or The Moped Man. Old Harbor Bike: 401-466-2029, SO Summer

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Gothic Inn Situated by the sea in the heart of the historic district, the Gothic Inn combines the convenience of location with the warm hospitality of a family run country inn. Some pet friendly rooms

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Nearly half of Block Island is protected from development by organizations like the Block Island Conservancy, which offers resources on exploring hiking trails around the island. The Block Island Maritime Institute gives kids and families opportunities to explore the ocean and sea life. The ocean View foundation leads guided

nature tours daily in the summer. BIConservancy.org. BIMaritime.org. OceanViewFoundation.org When it’s time for the beach – and isn’t it always time for the beach? – you could try your luck at one of the many small private beaches, or head to fred Benson Town Beach where they rent beach chairs and equipment, and the waves are kid-friendly. 7 Corn Neck Road. 401-466-7717 One of two lighthouses on the island, the southeast light offers views of Mohegan Bluffs and a small museum inside. 122 Mohegan Trail.

hoT TIp Ballard’s Inn has its own beach and serves cocktails – in pineapples, no less – right on the sand. 42 Water Street. 401-4662231, BallardsBI.com

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Great-Grandfather DeLucia made his first frozen lemonade back in Italy in 1840. During the winter, he carried snow into nearby caves and insulated it with straw. When summer arrived, he mixed the snow with fresh, local lemon juice and sugar, making a refreshing drink. His grandson, Angelo, introduced this icy treat to Rhode Island in 1948, and today there are over 30 Del’s stands across America. ’Gansett is proud to present this delicious Shandy with the perfect balance of Narragansett Lager and lemon flavor.

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Diamondblue Surf Shop has you covered from head to toe with beach gear, boards (skate, skim and surf), clothing and surf gear (bags, leashes, rashguards, wax and wetsuits). Rentals (beach chairs, bodyboards, stand-up paddleboards and surfboards) and surfing lessons are also available. Corner of Dodge St. and Corn Neck Rd. 401-466-3145. www.diamondbluebi.com. Pond and Beyond Kayak offers guided eco tours, rentals and basic instruction on the sheltered waters of the Great Salt Pond. Kayaks are sit-in cockpits available in multiple sizes. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Speciality tours for available for individuals, families, kids, and groups. 216 Ocean Ave. 401-578-2773, www.pondandbeyondkayak.com

The National Hotel is the flagship Victorian hotel on Block Island. It’s centrally located in Old Harbor, right across from the ferry landing and steps away from the beach. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this landmark offers breathtaking ocean views from their iconic front porch and restaurant, the Tap and Grille, a favorite gathering spot for locals and visitors. 36 Water St. 401-466-2901, www.blockislandhotels.com Watercolors is a charming boutique known for its great selection of unique and artisan gifts for you and your home. Beautiful jewelry, stained glass, handmade pottery, seasonal accessories and island-ready apparel can also be found at this fun shop. Dodge Street. 401-466-2538

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HIGH-SPEED FERRY PT. JUDITH TO BLOCK ISLAND DATES

DAYS

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DEPARTING BLOCK ISLAND

May 26 - June 17

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MEMORIAL DAY : MONDAY MAY 30 : USE SUNDAY SCHEDULE DATES

DAYS

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DEPARTING BLOCK ISLAND

June 18 - Sept 5

Mon - Sun

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LABOR DAY : MONDAY SEPTEMBER 5 : USE SUNDAY SCHEDULE DATES

DAYS

DEPARTING POINT JUDITH

DEPARTING BLOCK ISLAND

Sept 6 - Oct 10

Mon - Fri Sat - Sun

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COLUMBUS DAY : MONDAY, OCT 10 : USE SUNDAY SCHEDULE

NEWPORT TO BLOCK ISLAND DATES

DAYS

DEPARTING NEWPORT

DEPARTING BLOCK ISLAND

June 25- Sept 5

Mon - Sun

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11:15a. 5:55p.

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DEPARTING FALL RIVER

DEPARTING BLOCK ISLAND

June 25- Sept 5

Mon - Sun

8:30a.

5:55p.

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The Jamestown Fish Cookpot at Jamestown Fish, which features a variety of local shellfish, was featured in Yankee Magazine as a dish worth the drive.

JAMESTOWN Explore the other Island getaway

(L) Beavertail State Park, (Top) J22 Tap and Table, (Bottom) Fort Wetherill

RHode iSland’S MoonRiSe KinGdoM Beavertail State Park is easily one of the most beautiful pieces of scenery in New England. The rocky coastline offers views of Newport and the Atlantic Ocean from any of four picnic-friendly vistas and from the hiking trails throughout. Beavertail is also home to a lighthouse and a small aquarium with exhibits on local sea life. Director Wes Anderson (The Royal Tenenbaums) was so taken with Beavertail that he filmed scenes from Moonrise Kingdom there. Spend an afternoon exploring, or enjoy their environmental interpretive program with guided tidal

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excursions. Beavertail Road. 401-423-9941, RIParks.com

iSland eaTS For an island with only 5,000 residents, Jamestown has a lot of delicious dining options. Here’s a taste of a few: Jamestown Fish is one of the state’s finest seafood restaurants, helmed by Executive Chef (and James Beard Award nominee) Matthew MacCartney. The main dining room offers fresh-from-the-sea fine dining, while the upstairs lounge and outdoor bar have a more casual menu. The patio also has couches for sunset cocktails, complete with fire pits for after the sun goes down. 14

Narragansett Avenue. 401-4233474, JamestownFishRI.com Across the street, Simpatico Jamestown serves an eclectic menu that blends classic Rhode Island foods with worldly ﬂavors. While you can eat inside, you really should choose a table outdoors, especially with a date. The perfectly romantic outdoor dining areas include a bar, a garden and terraced decks. 13 Narragansett Avenue. 401-423-2000, SimpaticoJamestown.com The island’s newest restaurant is J22 Tap and Table, named after the J22 racing boat, is a great example of keeping things small and doing them right. The restaurant has only 10 tables and a bar that seats 12, and a small menu that changes often, but don’t let that stop you. The small scale means that every ingredient is hyper-local and at the peak of freshness, and that everything,

down to the cocktail sauce, is made in-house. 22 Narragansett Avenue. 401-423-3709, Facebook.com/J22TapandTable

liVinG HiSToRY Jamestown is only nine miles long and one mile wide, but there’s a lot of history on the island. Fort Wetherill, an abandoned military fort, is a mustsee destination. Besides the fort itself, which has become something of a graffiti art museum, the views from the cliffs of this 100-foot vantage are stunning. It’s also a popular spot for SCUBA divers. Fort Wetherill Road. 401-423-1771, RIParks.com Conanicut Battery national Historic Park is home to several earthen fortifications dating back to the Revolutionary War, built by both colonists and the British. Explore the trails, that have information on the park’s

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On Conanicut Island, Jamestown is Rhode Island’s hidden gem. This island has gorgeous, unspoiled nature, historic attractions to explore, and some of the state’s best fine dining - and a fraction of the crowd of other tourist destinations.

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history. Fort Getty Park is another piece of Jamestown’s military history, and has a campground and fishing areas. Conanicut Battery: Battery Lane,. Jamestown-RI.info. Fort Getty: 913 Fort Getty Road. 401-423-7211, JamestownRI.net Watson Farm has been in operation since 1796, and offers self-guided tours of livestock, wildlife and farm history. The Jamestown Historical Society is a hub for all of the island’s historic preservation, including the Jamestown Museum, Windmill, Meetinghouse and Jamestown Library. They offer rotating exhibits and frequent events. Watson Farm: 455 North Road.

401-423-0005. JHS: 92 Narragansett Avenue. 401-423-0784, JamestownHistoricalSociety.org

BlueS and BloodieS The narragansett Cafe, better known to locals as The Ganny, offers some of the area’s best live music, every night during the summer. Bands range from jazz and blues to rock, and are always danceable. On Sunday afternoons, head there for Blues, Bloodies and Brunch, featuring live blues and swing, creative Bloody Marys and Mimosas and their signature Benedict varieties. 25 Narragansett Avenue. 401-423-2150, NarragansettCafe.com

HoT TiP Skip the Newport traffic by parking in Jamestown and then taking the Jamestown newport Ferry across the harbor. 1 East Ferry Wharf, Jamestown. 401-423-9900, JamestownNewportFerry.com

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ThURsDaYs: She’ll have fun, fun, fun at the Classic Car Cruise nights ‘til her daddy takes the T-Bird away. Check out those cool vintage cars the Beach Boys were talking about all summer long at Atlantic Beach Park. All specialty cars are welcome. Windjammer East Lot. 321 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. 401-322-1026, Misquamicut.org ThURsDaYs anD FRiDaYs: See all of your favorite classic ﬁlms this summer at the Misquamicut Drive-in. Every Thursday, July 7-August 25, and every Friday, May 20-August 26, roll down the windows and snuggle under the stars while watching Jaws, Dirty Dancing, Grease and many more. $10 per car. Wuskenau Town Beach, Pondside Lot. 316 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. Misquamicut.org FRiDaYs: As the experts say, “Do it live.” Micetro improv is putting on unique shows every Friday night at 9:30pm. But it’s not all fun and games – they will be competing for your vote to be the Micetro Champion and win the coveted Bucci Helmet. $8. 327 Main Street, Wakeﬁeld. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com

saTURDaYs: Looking for a laugh? saturday late-night improv Jamboree is celebrating the great improv RI has to oﬀer. It is an ever changing line up and sure to keep you laughing on the edge of your seat. Join house groups Bait and Switch and WilburWilburNealbur, Gorilla Improv, the sister format to Micetro Improv and More or Less. $5. 327 Main Street, Wakeﬁeld. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com

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JUne 1-JUne 19: Come rock out with Buddy Holly at The Buddy Holly Story at Theatre by the sea. Experience his unique story and his tremendous influence on rock n’ roll. 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunick. 401-782-8587, TheatreByTheSea.com ThROUgh JUne 18: Jamestown Arts Center presents Setting the Stage: A Behind the Scenes Exhibit of 2015 RI Design Hall of Fame Inductees. Renowned set designer and Lifetime Achievement inductee Eugene Lee and interior designer and Emerging Designer inductee Kyla Coburn team up to present their designs and design process in their exhibition. Jamestown Arts Center,

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18 Valley Street, Jamestown. 401-560-0979, JamestownArtCenter.org JUne 5: Get in touch with your feminine side with accidental sisters, a Jamestown based a cappella singing group. Established by director Julie Beth Andrews, the Accidental Sisters sing music written for and about women. Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley Street, Jamestown. 401-560-0979, JamestownArtCenter.org JUne 8-aUgUsT 24: Want to maintain your beach bod this summer? Every Wednesday evening, enjoy a weekly run with the Tom McCoy summer Fun Run series, including a children’s 1/3 mile run, a 1 mile run and a 5k. Pleasant View Inn, 65 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. WesterlyTrackClub.org JUne 10-12: Head to Block Island for The striper kings invitational Fishing Tourney. This catch and release tournament includes anglers and teams representing the most accomplished in

Striped Bass Fishing. Block Island Fishworks, 40 Ocean Avenue, Block Island. 401-466-5392, SandyPointCo.com JUne 11-12: Come fly with me, let’s fly away with the Rhode island air show. Started in 1991, this Rhode Island tradition offers the best in aviation. A portion of the proceeds will go to local charities and the Hasbro Children’s Hospital. 210 Airport Street, North Kingstown. RIAirShow.org JUne 10-JUlY 2: The Contemporary Theater Company is starting its summer season with The Fantasticks, the world’s longest-running musical. Relive the heart wrenching feels of young love through this classic twist on Shakespeare’s timeless Romeo and Juliet. 7pm. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com JUne 11: Hear the musical stylings of Jonathan edwards. This American singer/songwriter is best known for his 1972 hit single “Sunshine.” Jonathan has SO Summer

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released 15 albums so there will be no scarcity of music. 8pm. $38. Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston. 401-782-1018, CourtHouseArts.org JUne 11: Gotta have more bacon. Join in Bacon Fest at Poor People’s Pub. Local chefs compete and you eat in this fundraiser for the Block Island Conservancy. 33 Ocean Avenue, Block Island. 401-466-8533, PPPBI.com

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JUne 11: Put on your kilt and break out your bagpipes in preparation for the scottish highland Festival. Enjoy a day ﬁlled with Scottish food and merchandise, sheep dog demonstrations, bagpipes and more. Opening ceremonies begin at 11:30am. 9am-5pm. 78 Richmond Townhouse Road, Richmond. RIScot.org JUne 11: Don’t you just love strawberries? Join in the Native American tradition of celebrating the ﬁrst strawberries of the season with strawberry Thanksgiving. The ceremony at Tomaquag Museum starts with smudging and a prayer, then Narragansett/Niantic tribal elder Paula Dove Jennings will tell the story of Strawberry Thanksgiving. $3-5. 390 Summit Road, Exeter. 401-491-9063, TomaquagMuseum.org JUne 12-17: Food? Where? Block Island is hosting its 3rd annual Restaurant Week. Come taste some wonderful island made dishes for breakfast,

lunch or dinner. For every $25 you spend in any participating Block Island business, dining or shopping, you will receive a Blue Ticket which is placed in a raffle. The drawing will be on June 18 and the ﬁrst prize is $500. BlockIslandChamber.com

June 12-17: Taste of Block Island JUne 14-19: This year’s Block island Music Festival will be rowdy and fun at Captain Nick’s Rock n’ Roll Bar. Admission is free and the event is 21+ with proper identification, though children will be admitted between 5pm and 9pm, and includes food from the music fest barbecue pit until supplies run out. 34 Ocean Avenue, Block Island. BlockIslandMusic.com JUne 14-aUgUsT 16: The best way to spend a Tuesday night is at a concert. See performances by Partygirlrocks, Nancy Paolino & the Black Tie Band, Brass Attack and more at the North Kingstown Arts Council’s 2016 Summer Concert Series. 7pm. North Kingstown Town Beach. 10 Beach Street, North Kingstown. Facebook: 2016 Summer Concert Series JUne 17-OCT 10: Join gilbert stuart Birthplace opening night June 17, and throughout the summer on their Rhode Island Masters Exhibition Jane: Heir to Stuart Genius. Take a ride through history that just so happens to be in your backyard. 815 Gilbert Stuart Road, Saunderstown. GilbertStuartMuseum.org

JUne 17-19: Explore the gardens of Newport on the secret garden Tour, walking from garden to garden, exploring the beauty of the seaside town. Bring a raincoat because the tour runs rain or shine, and proceeds go toward Aquidneck Island public schools. 4 Equality Park Place. 401-439-7253, SecretGardenTours.org JUne 18: A true Rhode Island summer begins with the chowder and ends with clam cakes – what better way to kick off summer than with the 35th annual great Chowder Cook Off & newport Oyster Festival? Come and try unlimited chowder samples, live entertainment, food and drink from local favorites and more! $20-25. Kids get in for free. Fort Adams State Park, North Lawn, 90 Fort Adams Drive. 888-900-8640, NewportWaterfrontEvents.com June 18: Dave Kane is gracing the Ocean State Theater’s stage in his side splitting, one man show, Misgivings, about growing up Catholic. This event benefits the OSTC’s Annual Fund for Artistic Excellence.

7:30pm. 1245 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. 401-921-6800, OceanStateTheater.org JUne 18: Strawberries, strawberries everywhere! smith’s Castle is notoriously known for it’s strawberry festival and it’s back, yet again for summer 2016. Come pick, eat and enjoy delicious trawberries. 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown. 401-294-3521. SmithsCastle.org JUne 18: Summer is here. How can you tell? summer Pops 2016 is back with the Chorus of Westerly. Enjoy a night with 1812 Overture Finale Features, ﬁreworks by Grucci, The Artillery Company of Newport and the bells of Christ Church. 8pm. Wilcox Park, 44 Broad Street, Westerly. ChorusOf Westerly.org JUne 19-aUgUsT 28: Who doesn’t love a free concert? Check out sundown Thursdays at Historic Fort Adams in Newport, a free summer concert series taking place Thursday evenings. Grab a beer and a burger from local vendors and enjoy the show. 90 Fort Adams Drive, Fort SO Summer

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Adams State Park, Newport. 401-841-0707, FortAdams.org JUne 20: The Contemporary Theater Company is laughing its way into summer with one of its summer shows, The Rescue by Ron Maine, opening June 20. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401-2180282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com JUne 22-JUlY 16: Shakespeare meets 21st century Romeo and Juliet. Theatre by the Sea presents West Side Story as their second production of the 2016 season. Enjoy a night of romance, love and tragedy. 364 Cards Pond Road. Matunuck. 401-782-8587. TheatreByTheSea.com JUne 23: Grab your pup and dress ‘em up for the Dogs on Main stroll. Show oﬀ your adorable dog in a parade down Main Street or stop by and awe over the cuteness. Afterwards you stop in the shops or have something to eat. 5-8pm. Main Street, East Greenwich. MainStreetEastGreenwich.com JUne 24-26: Celebrate the 21st year of America’s premier summer flower show, the newport Flower show, this year themed Gilded – Artful Living, at Rosecliff Mansion. Enjoy a variety of special events, expert guest speakers, beautiful floral designs, stunning garden displays, and more. 548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-8471000, NewportMansions.org

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JUne 25: The south County Bluegrass Opry features three bands – Lizzie James and the Greystone Rail, Four Bridges and Local Freight – and one great night of bluegrass. 8pm. $20. Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston. CourthouseArts.org JUne 25: The Charlestown gardens by the sea tour oﬀers the opportunity to explore some of the most beautiful neighborhood gardens in this seaside town. With a handy brochure and map to guide your way, you’ll spend the day touring ten breathtaking private gardens. $15 in advance, $20 day of. 10am-4pm. 4417 Old Post Road, Charlestown. 401364-6211, CrossMills.org

JUlY 3: Fourth of July fireworks on July 4th? No, no – that would be too obvious. Check out Block Island’s fireworks display on the front lawn of The Sullivan House during the third annual Fireworks Picnic, hosted by the Committee for the Great Salt Pond. 6:30pm. Corn Neck Road, New Shoreham. BlockIslandInfo.com JUlY 4: Attend this year’s “Sports and Games” themed July 4th Parade & steak Fry on Block Island. Don’t miss out on big floats, great music performed by live bands, and the Annual Steak Fry benefitting the Block Island Fire Department following the parade’s end. 11am. Starting at Veterans Park. BlockIslandInfo.com

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JUlY 2-30: Family friendly and fun for everyone! See The Emperor’s New Clothes by Andy Hoover at The Contemporary Theater Company for a show about truth, friendship and independence. 10:30am. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com JUlY 3-31: Outdoor Shakespeare is the best kind of Shakespeare. See the Contemporary Theater Company’s free production of Comedy of Errors every Wednesday and Sunday on the performance patio. 7pm. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com

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JUlY 4-aUgUsT 29: Get ready to bust a move on the beach at the town of Westerly’s Monday night Jams. Every Monday, 6-8pm, free live bands take the stage at Westerly Town Beach. 337 Atlantic Avenue Misquamicut. 401-348-2597, TunesOnTheDunesRI.com JUlY 5-aUgUsT 30: Snuggle up on the sand every Tuesday night for Movies on the Beach, courtesy of the Chamber of Commerce. For movie titles and times, give 401-596-7761 a ring. Atlantic Beach Park. 321 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. WesterlyChamber.org JUlY 6-aUgUsT 24: The beach + movies and music = the perfect

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summer activity. Watch a variety of favorite ﬁlms and enjoy performances by local bands and the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra this summer at the North Beach Clubhouse’s Movies on the Beach and Music on the Beach events. 79 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. 401-7882573, www.NorthBeachClubhouse.com JUlY 6-aUgUsT 31: Every Wednesday night, listen to the waves and the music at the town of Westerly’s Blues on the Beach. Enjoy performances by B. Willie Smith Band, Knickerbocker All Stars, Commander Cody and more. Westerly Town Beach. 337 Atlantic Avenue, Misquamicut. 401-348-2597, TunesOnTheDunesRI.com JUlY 8-aUgUsT 13: Twelve summers later, The Contemporary Theater Company is bringing back its ﬁrst ever production, Rumors by Neil Simon. Enjoy the hilarity of rapidly spreading rumors at a dinner party gone terribly wrong. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany. com JUlY 9-10: The Wickford art Festival is back for another year of fine art ready to grace your walls, windows and tables. Come support local artists as they sell their art and purchase raffle tickets to fund scholarships for students who love art. Wickfod Village. 401294-6840, WickfordArt.org

JUlY 14-16: Attend the 3rd Annual Block island giant shark Tournament, a fishing tournament for fishermen, run by fishermen. Spectators are welcome to come and see the giant sharks at the weigh in on Friday and Saturday evening. Stop by beautiful Payne’s Dock, one of Block Island’s Premier Marinas, during your vacation to witness a real-life scene from Jaws. 133 Ocean Avenue, New Shoreham. 860-209-4056, BlockIslandGiantShark.com JUlY 14: Need some laughs, music and entertainment? Bill harley, Music and stories for the Family is coming to the South County Museum. Harley is a two-time Grammy Award winning artist and Lifetime Achievement recipient for the RI Council of Humanities. This talented singer and storyteller will have you thinking a little differently about life. 6pm. South County Museum, 115 Strathmore Road, Narragansett. 401-783-5400, SouthCountyMuseum.org JUlY 20-aUgUsT 13: Clap your feet together in your red slippers for Dorothy and the gang. Get ready to sing your heart out and be ready to defeat the wicked witch of the west at Theatre by the Sea’s performance of The Wizard of Oz. 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck. 401-782-8587, TheatreByTheSea.com JUlY 20-aUgUsT 7: To go or not to go? That is the question. Go to shakespeare in the

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Park-hamlet. Come see a tragedy in the nice summer air. Wilcox Park, 44 Broad Street, Westerly. TheColonialTheater.org

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JUlY 21: Shopping and music in the street. Music on Main stroll is an event of bands, singers, instrumentalists and DJs performing in the streets while you shop and dine. Come enjoy this unique night. 5-8pm. Main Street, East Greenwich. MainStreetEastGreenwich.com

JUlY 29-31: The nationally recognized and historic newport Jazz Festival is returning to Newport for yet another year. Featuring over 50 artists this year, this festival is a can’t miss, with 62 years of famous names rolling by like Louis Armstrong, Aretha Franklin and Duke Ellington, we might ﬁnd something revolutionary this year as well. Newport. NewportJazzFest.org

JUlY 22-24: Fly up, up and away this summer with the 38th Annual south County hot air Balloon Festival. Featuring airborne jugglers, balloon rides, a Barbecue competition, touch a truck and more, this event is not to be missed. URI Athletic Fields. SouthCountyBalloonFest.com JUlY 23-24: Johnnycakes, please. At the summer Tour Weekend & kayaking event, take free tours of the Kenyon’s Grist Mill with johnnycakes demonstrations, taste samples of johnnycakes and delicious local brewed coﬀee, and purchase an order of Johnnycakes to take home. Also, make sure to take advantage of the

JUlY 29-31: Camp Yawgoog has inspired thousands of young men over the course of a century. Now, it’s time to celebrate that feat. Attend Camp Yawgoog’s homecoming Weekend in honor of its 100th anniversary, and enjoy a ton of fun outdoor activities, including camping, swimming and hiking. 61 Camp Yawgoog Road, Rockville. 401539-2311, Yawgoog.org JUlY 29: Cross July’s ﬁnish line with the 45th annual Road Race & Blessing of the Fleet presented by the Narragansett Lions SO Summer

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aUgUsT 3-31: The Contemporary Theater Company tackles Shakespeare classic Antony and Cleopatra. See it this summer performed on CTC’s new outdoor patio. 321 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401-2180282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com aUgUsT 5: A night of art at Under The stars gala. Join in the opening reception of Mimi Sammis

aUgUsT 5-7: Lobster, ﬁsh, and clams – oh my! Attend the Charlestown seafood Festival

aUgUsT 6-27: Who doesn’t want to watch a band of dancing pirates? Get your tickets to CTC original and audience-favorite Jenny vs. the Pirates, guaranteeing fun for the entire family. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com

aUgUsT 7: Sink your feet in the sand and put on your running shoes for the Block island health service 5k Beach Run/ Walk, beginning and ending at the Fred Benson Beach Pavilion. 9:30am. 7 Corn Neck Road, New Shoreham. 401-466-2974, BI-

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aUgUsT 9: See beautiful Block Island by foot. Get your tickets to the Block Island Historical Society’s 45th annual house and garden Tour. 401-864-4357, BlockIslandHistorical.org august 13: The 40th annual save the Bay swim is Save The Bay’s largest fundraiser, supporting the foundation’s eﬀorts to protect and restore the beautiful Narragansett Bay region. Jump in and join the other 500 swimmers and 200 kayakers in raising funds and awareness. 686 Cushing Road, Newport. 401-272-3540, SaveTheBay.org/theswim aUgUsT 13: Seas the day and attend the 33rd annual hall Madison Yacht Race, hosted by the Block Island Club. 2-4pm. 136 Corn Neck Road, New Shoreham. 401-466-5939, BlockIslandClub.org

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aUgUsT 17-21: Celebrating its 50th birthday, the Washington County Fair is promising ﬁve days of family ﬁlled fun, featuring daily concerts, rides for the kids, tractor and horse pulls, and more. Don’t miss Rhody’s largest agricultural event. Route 112, Richmond. 401-539-7042, WashingtonCountyFair-RI.com

aUgUsT 18: Ever wanted to sample a bunch of restaurants to ﬁgure out where to eat dinner? Taste of east greenwich stroll allows you to do just that. There will be complimentary tasting stations for you to sample while you walk about Main Street. Main Street, East Greenwich. MainStreetEastGreenwich.com aUgUsT 19-sePTeMBeR 3: The Contemporary Theater Company loves improv, and so do we! See Slamming Doors: An Improvised Farce for CTC’s ﬁrst ever full-length improvised play. Every performance will be different, but each promises lots of laughs! 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 401-218-0282, ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com

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BiKiNg free wheeling Take a ride on South County’s bike paths By Rebecca Remillard WilliaM C. O’neill Bike PaTh • length: 7.1 miles • Point of Origin: Kingston Train Station, 1 Railroad Ave, West Kingston Formerly known as the South County Bike Path, this popular trail is located on the former Narragansett Pier Railroad, constructed in 1876. Winding through the villages of South Kingstown, the path spans the Great Swamp Wildlife Management Area where migratory birds are frequent fliers. Slow your wheels just beyond Curtis Corner Middle School where footpaths to the left and right lead to Tri-Ponds Park, consisting of three ponds, streams, two miles of nature trails, and a plethora of both furry and feathered wildlife.

avOnDale FaRM PReseRve • length: 0.6 miles • Point of Origin: Quail Run, oﬀ Watch Hill Road, Westerly This no-sweat path is perfect for even the tiniest tikes on bikes with its paved, flat, 0.6 loop. In the summer months, the ﬁelds of the preserve burst with life, restored to New England meadow wildflowers and warm season grasses. Bring your binoculars: the trail has become a popular destination for bird and butterfly-watching.

gRills PReseRve • length: 1.2-4.6 miles • Point of Origin: Access at the end of Bowling Lane, Westerly At 550-acres of sprawling wildlife, Grills Preserve features primarily

old dirt roads, easily followable and of various lengths, perfect for biking. Cruise alongside streams, ponds, a freshwater marsh, and through upland and wetland forest. More, the Rhode Island Natural History Survey found that Grills Preserve is unique in that it houses signiﬁcantly more species of wildlife than any other site in Rhode Island. Take the more challenging uphill trail to the top of a granite out-cropping known as “Big Tree” and take it all in.

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QUOnseT POinT • length: 2.5 miles • Point of Origin: Marine Road, North Kingstown An ideal route for the casual rider on a summer afternoon, the Quonset Point Bike Path is entirely paved, flat and oﬀ-road. Beginning at the parking lot at the end of Marine Road (oﬀ Davisville Road), follow the trail along Quonset Business Park all the way to Calf Pasture Point in North Kingstown and park your bike for awhile at its long and wide

BReakheaRT lOOP • length: 3.7 miles • Point of Origin: Arcadia Management Area, Exeter This moderate, mountain biking trail is perhaps better suited for the more experienced rider. It is located within the Arcadia Management Area, the largest open space with mountain bike access in the state. Riders looking for an experience of pine-carpeted biking, past waterfalls and bridges will ﬁnd bliss on Breakheart Loop.

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hiKiNg trails

(L) Beavertail State Park in Jamestown, (Top) Napatree Point in Watch Hill, (Bottom)Trustom Pond in South Kingstown

hike south county Take in the beauty of nature at our preserved open spaces

sCeniC vieWs Offering nearly panoramic views of Narragansett Bay, Beavertail state Park is a rocky peninsula that hosts the idyllic Beavertail Lighthouse. There’s plenty of parking throughout, so your best bet is to find the vista of your choice, park and take a luxurious stroll on the sprawling greens. While Beavertail is a mostly flat and grassy park, the only real challenge is if you journey onto the rocky outcrops, which are definitely worth the exertion, for the view. Visitors can even climb to the top of the lighthouse tower with a suggested $5 donation to keep it in tiptop shape. Beavertail Road, Jamestown. JamestownRI.info/RRBeavertail

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If strolling through the woods on a well maintained trail that opens up to the Bay sounds like heaven to you, then head to John h. Chafee nature Preserve. Their property at Rome Point has an easily accessible parking area with a trailhead for a 2.5-mile loop. Once you leave the parking area, you’ll stroll through a cozy woodland which leads to a pebbly beach with gorgeous views of Narragansett Bay – including the Jamestown Bridge. You’ll even catch peeks of seals on the oﬀshore rocks at low tide, so be sure to bring the binoculars. Boston Neck Road, Route 1A between Hamilton Allenton Road and Route 138, North Kingstown. RIParks.com

Need to get away from the crowds? The peninsula at napatree Point is about as far away as from civilization as you can get. Located at the most southwestern point in the state, Napatree is in the sleepy seaside town of Watch Hill. Although parking on Bay Street can be a challenge, it’s well worth it. The sandy peninsula extends 1.5-miles into Block Island Sound. While the ocean side of the peninsula can be wildly breezy, the lee side is calmer, often with a host of boats anchored nearby. Napatree is an amazing intact ecosystem that’s been protected for years, so while you’re out enjoying it, make sure to adhere to all signage so that this gem can be available for generations to come. Fort Road, Westerly. TheWatchHillConservancy.org

WilDliFe hikes With all the preserved open space available to explore in South County, you’re bound to run into some of the creatures that live there, especially at Trustom Pond national Wildlife Refuge. At Trustom you’ll find a variety of habitats, which encourages a variety of wildlife to live there. From wetlands with frogs and turtles, ponds with wood ducks and juvenile fish, to wooded areas with deer and a long sandy beach with threatened and endangered shorebirds, Trustom will satisfy your wildlife craving. 1040 Matunuck Schoolhouse Road, South Kingstown. FWS.Gov/ Refuge/TrustomPond Another great place to see a ton of wildlife is at great swamp Management area. There are a

Photography (L) by Gary Brownell, (top) Joe Cascio, (bottom R) Grace Lentini

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PREVENT LYME DISEASE: total of roughly 5 miles of trails that wind through wetlands, grasslands, along a large pond and through the woods. There’s even a row of telephone lines that run through the area, which are the perfect nesting area for ospreys. Look forward to seeing dragonflies, snakes, lots of birds and even a few mammals. 277 Great Neck Road, West Kingston. 401-789-7481, Dem.RI.gov

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Challenging hikes If you want to get your sweat on in the heart of nature then head to kimball Wildlife sanctuary for the 9.2-mile Vin Gormley Trail. This trail will take you around the entirety of Watchaug Pond and runs the gamut of flat sections, rocky sections and plenty of up and downs. Luckily a nice portion

of it is forested, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to walk in the shade. Make sure to wear good walking/hiking shoes and definitely bring water. Watchaug Pond, Charlestown. ASRI.org Off the beaten path and winding its way into rural southwestern South County are ell and long Ponds. These connecting ponds are surrounded by roughly 5.7 miles of wooded trails that will kick your butt. The trails wind through huge rocky outcrops, beautiful vistas and wetlands all within a gorgeous forested setting. In early summer you’ll find the mountain laurel in bloom, which just happens to be this writer’s favorite time to visit. North Road, Rockville. Nature.org

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You’ll likely wonder if it’s all a lustrous dream as you climb aboard a glow stick flotilla at the Wickford waterfront beneath a full moon. The kayak Centre of Rhode island oﬀers full moon paddles once a month throughout the summer, as well as seal watching kayak adventures, sunset paddles and Wickford Harbor tours. 9 Phillips Street, Wickford and 562 Charlestown Beach Road, Charlestown. 401-295-4400, KayakCentre.com

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PaDDle FOR TaCOs Work up an appetite with a one hour standup paddleboard lesson followed by an hour-long tour and lunch at Tallulah’s Taco Shack (included), every Friday 10am-noon beginning June 28. If dawn and dusk are more your jam, Jamestown Outdoors also oﬀers sunrise paddles, Fridays from 5-7am and sunset tours, Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm, starting in July. 35 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown. 401-924-2885, JamestownOutdoors.com

leaRn TO sURF You don’t need aspirations of being the next Kelly Slater to ﬁnd ankle-licking thrills on a wave. Paddle surf Ri provides lessons for the utter beginner through to advanced surfers, with an emphasis on individualized instruction. Get stoked, brah. 3 India Point Road, Westerly. 401-741-5661, PaddleSurfRI.com

CaTCh YOUR DinneR Captain John Sheriﬀ and Fishing Charters Ri wants to take

you fishing. The lifetime fisherman knows just how to get you in striped bass, bluefish and tautog waters and will even fillet the day’s catch once you’ve reeled it in. He offers tailored trips for the novice through advanced angler. Boat launches in East Greenwich and Galilee. 401-450-2549, FishingChartersRI.com

eXPlORe BY JeTski Rent a Yamaha VX1100 by the hour from adventure Watersports and depart from Conanicut Marine for a self-guided jetski adventure. A thorough safety course is provided prior to departing as well as nautical maps, lifejackets and local knowledge. 2 East Ferry Wharf, Jamestown. 401-849-4820, NewportRIWaterSports.com

sOaR aBOve BlOCk islanD On a PaRasail Get a new perspective of Block Island waters with a parasail flight from Block island Parasail. With over 20 years of experience and

40,000 flights strong, the captain and crew create a safe and memorable experience for the entire family. Old Harbor Dock, New Shoreham, Block Island. 401-8642474, BlockIslandParasail.com

CRUise WiTh a CReW Ocean house Marina, a full service, family owned marina, is located on picturesque Ninigret Pond with easy access to Block Island Sound. Rent a 14’-24’ aluminum or pontoon boat for one, three or seven days. Invite the whole motley crew; boats accommodate four to 14 passengers. 60 Town Dock Road, Charlestown. 401-3646040, OceanHouseMarina.com

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Cocktails available on the beach. Live music in the afternoons.

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Known to the locals as Crescent Beach. Oﬀers equipment rentals. Good for families.

charlestown Charlestown Breachway state Beach Charlestown Breachway 401-364-7000 Charlestown Town Beach 557 Charlestown Beach Road 401-364-1208 east Beach East Beach Road 401-322-0450

Free, but parking is limited

Also a camping area for RVs, as well as a ﬁshing spot.

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Popular with surfers and young singles. New bathrooms with showers.

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Special camping oﬀered in two areas. 4x4 vehicles & shell ﬁshing are allowed with valid registration.

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Shallow water makes this a popular beach for families with young children.

Newport easton’s First Beach 175 Memorial Boulevard 401-845-5810

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gooseberry Beach 123 Ocean Avenue 401-847-3958

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Middletown sachuest Beach (2nd Beach) 474 Sachuest Point Road 401-849-2822 Third Beach Third Beach Road 401-849-2822

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Narragansett Capt. Roger Wheeler state Beach 100 Sand Hill Cove Road 401-789-3563 narragansett Town Beach 39 Boston Neck Road 401-783-6430

Protection from the breakwater, great beach for children. Frequented by younger beach-goers and surfers.

salty Brine Beach 254 Great Road 401-667-6200

Breakwater protection with no undertow. Popular with teens.

scarborough Beach 970 Ocean Road 401-782-2324

Chair and beach supply rentals are available.

North/south Kingstown Wickford Town Beach Beach Street, North Kingstown 401-294-3331 east Matunuck 950 Succotash Road South Kingstown 401-789-8374 south kingstown Town Beach Matunuck Beach Road South Kingstown 401-789-9301

Good shade and picnic areas. Perfect for a stroll on the beach.

Popular with young singles. Picnic area with lots of tables.

Pavilion hosts events. Short walk to nearby beach bars along Matunuck Beach Road.

westerly/watch hill Misquamicut state Beach 257 Atlantic Avenue 401-596-9097

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diNiNg guide BlocK islaNd

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The naTiOnal TaP & gRille Seaside porch and outside bar serving fresh seafood and steak. 36 Water Street. 401-466-2901, BlockIslandHotels.com

Finn’s haRBORsiDe Classic waterfront restaurant serving lobster and local seafood. 38 Water Street. 401-884-6363, FinnsHarborside.com

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Main sTReeT COFFee & TOsCana lOUnge Serving cafe fare and drinks in a cozy atmosphere. 137 Main Street. 401-8858787, MainStreet-Coffee.com

POOR PeOPle’s PUB Shack style restaurant featuring casual seaside grub along with beer and cocktails. 33 Ocean Avenue. 401-466-8533, PPPBI.com

BReaChWaY gRill Serving New York Style thin-crust pizza and surf ‘n’ turf options. 1 Charlestown Beach Road. 401213-6615, BreachwayGrill.com sMall aXe CaFe Serving organic and local dishes since 2010. 4820 Old Post Road. 401-364-1060, FantasticUmbrellaFactory.com

BesOs kiTChen & COCkTails Fine dining serving traditional seafood dishes, tapas and cocktails. 378 Main Street. 401-398-8855, BesosKitchenAndCocktails.com

naUTika ResTaURanT anD BaR Waterfront dining serving fresh seafood. 28 Water Street. 401-398-7774, NautikaRI.com POsT OFFiCe CaFe Serving contemporary Italian and

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locally inspired cuisine. 11 Main Street. 401-885-4444, PostOfficeCafeRI.com Rasa Indian dining oﬀering full bar as well as vegan and vegetarian options. 149 Main Street. 401-398-2822, IndianRestaurantsRI.com/Rasa/ ReD sTRiPe Serving comfort food with a French influence. 465 Main Street. 401-398-2900, RedStripeRestaurants.com T’s ResTaURanT Casual daytime restaurant featuring breakfast and lunch options. 5600 Post Road. 401-398-7877, TsRestaurantRI.com

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a sliCe OF heaven European style bakery and cafe with gluten-free options. 32 Narragansett Avenue, 401-423-9866, SliceOfHeavenRI.com

JaMesTOWn Fish Locally harvested seafood featuring European inspired cuisine. 14 Narragansett Avenue. 401-423-3474, JamestownFishRI.com naRRaganseTT CaFe Tavern serving American eats, draft beer and cocktails. 25 Narragansett Avenue, 401-423-2150, NarragansettCafe.com

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Bistro 1230 Ocean Casual, coastal dining with a focus on classic and internationally inspired seafood. 1230 Ocean Road. 401-789-6159. aUnT CaRRie’s Classic South County clam shack and seafood restaurant since 1920. 1240 Ocean Road. 401-783-7930, AuntCarriesRI.com BeD anD BisTRO Serving American bistro cuisine made of

locally sourced food and drink. 83 Narragansett Avenue. 401284-3535. TheBedandBistro.com ChaiR 5 Casual beach bistro and bar with a main floor and rooftop lounge. 1208 Ocean Road. 401-363-9800, DineChair5.com ChaMPlin’s Classic counterstyle place for surf ‘n” turf since the 1930’s. 265 Great Island Road. 401-783-3152, Champlins.com geORge’s OF galilee Serving seafood to the folk of Block Island Sound since 1948. 250 Sand Hill Cove Road. 401-7832306, GerorgesOfGalilee.com iggY’s DOUghBOYs & ChOWDeR hOUse Serving classic Rhode Island summertime fare by the beach. 1157 Point Judith Road. 401-783-5608, IggysDoughboys.com OCeansiDe aT The PieR New school comfort food in a seaside restaurant and bar. 1 Beach Street. 401-792-3999, OceansideAtThePier.com

PanChO O’MalleY’s Serving Mexican food in an Irish pub setting since 1990. 140 Point Judith Street. 401-782-2299, PanchosRI.com T’s ResTaURanT Casual daytime restaurant featuring breakfast and lunch options. 91 Point Judith Road. 401-284-3981, TsRestaurantRI.com TWin WillOWs Fresh seafood and pub fare with a friendly, neighborhood tavern vibe. 865 Boston Neck Road. 401-789-8153, TwinWillowNarragansett.com

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sOnOMa BisTRO Greek restaurant set in a casual atmosphere. 7366 Post Road. 401-295-0800, SonomaBistroRI.com

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CaP’n JaCk’s New England seafood favorites with an in-house pastry chef and famous desserts. 706 Succotash Road. 401-789-4556,

Iggy’s doughboys & chowder house

CapNJacksRestaurant.com OCean MisT Beach bar featuring pub and Mexican fare and live music daily. 895 Matunuck Beach Road. 401-7823740, OceanMist.net PasQUale’s PiZZeRia A brand new, authentically Italian pizzeria. 60 South County Commons Way. 401-783-2900, PasqualesPizzeria.com TRaTTORia ROMana Serving Roman specialties and classic Italian dishes. 71 S County Commons Way. 401-792-4933, Trattoria-South.com

iggY’s DOUghBOYs & ChOWDeR hOUse Serving classic Rhode Island summertime fare. 889 Oakland Beach Avenue. 401737-9459, IggysDoughboys.com iROn WORks TaveRn Serving steaks and other American fare in a spacious, friendly atmosphere. 697 Jefferson Boulevard. 401-7395111, TheIronWorksTavern.com

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Dan’s PlaCe Set in a stylish barn serving pizza, pub fare and a full bar. 880 Victory Highway. 401392-3092, DansPizzaPlace.com

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sa-Tang Zesty Thai cuisine served in a laid-back atmosphere. 402 Main Street. 401284-4220, Sa-Tang.com

The kiTChen aT The PleasanT vieW inn Oceanfront dining serving local seafood and American fare. 65 Atlantic Avenue. 401348-8200, PVInn.com

Phil’s Main sTReeT gRille Serving American, diner style fare. 323 Main Street. 401-783-4073, PhilsMainStreetGrille.com

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salTWaTeR TaveRn A comfortable and lively tavern with Mexican and American fare. 195 Main Street. 401-783-3777, SaltwaterTavern.com

The anDRea Waterfront restaurant serving New England favorites, as well as cocktails. 89 Atlantic Avenue. 401-348-8788, AndreaBeachBar.com

Oak sTReeT B&B Praised for their burgers and breakfast options. 19 Margin Street. 401-3152520, BnBDockside.com SO Summer

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Rhode Island’s capital city is a short drive from South County, but there’s so much to explore, from world-class dining to unmissable summer events. WBRU SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Southern New England’s favorite alternative rock station 95.5 WBRU, in partnership with Mayor Jorge Elorza and the City of Providence, puts on an unbeatable lineup each summer in the heart of the city. Catch free performances at Waterplace Park on Fridays starting July 8 through August 12 – all you’ll need is a blanket to sit on or a pair of dancing shoes! Performances start at 7:30pm and seating room is scarce, so get there early. WBRU.com

PROVIDENCE FLEA Found right on South Water Street, this flea takes a Providence twist on the classic outdoor market. Rain or shine, this stretch of vendors and food trucks is completely outdoors and runs every Sunday, June through mid-September, 10am–4pm. Whether you love vintage treasures, good food or appreciate the arts, you’re bound to find something at this funky flea. ProvidenceFlea.com

WATERFIRE Free to the public, this iconic Providence festival gathers huge

crowds to see the river light up in a unique event of water, fire and the arts. Enjoy local artists, vendors and live music as you watch over 80 bonfires glow against the rivers throughout downtown. Fold-up chairs are not permitted, but there are plenty of nooks along the river to sit and admire the celebration. WaterFire.org for full schedule

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MOVIES ON THE BLOCK Located at Grant’s Block, this quirky outdoor movie theatre screens classics and modern films every Thursday evening, June through September. Seating is first come, first serve, so we recommend bringing chairs and some snacks right before sundown! MoviesOnTheBlock.com

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY This family-friendly event is held every Friday evening in the historic Roger Williams Park Carousel Village. Great food, live music and the carousel make for a memorable night. There are over 20 picnic tables on site and blanket room. Take a look at this summer’s Food Truck schedule on FoodTrucksIn. com keyword Providence or the PVD Food Truck Facebook page.

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