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Always a Bridesmaid Makes for an Easy Night at the Newport Playhouse
In search of a light hassle-free evening with your special someone? Or maybe you’re looking for a fun ladies’ night out? Saccharin southern farce meets feel-good dinner theater with Always a Bridesmaid playing through July 1 at the Newport Playhouse. Dinner. Theater. Individually these are two of the most promising words in the English language. […]
Man Boy
Written by Dan Perlstein, drawn Lance Orr
Doodlebox
Justin Cianci AKA Jinn
Amateur “Ham” Radio – Just Right for Summer
Amateur “ham” radio has been around since the dawn of the technology, but has stayed current into the 21st century. When radio was invented, the airwaves were the wild west and everyone was an amateur. The sinking of the Titanic in 1912 – and the missed opportunities for rescue if other ships nearby heard its radio […]
The Left Coast Is the Best Coast: Tour a local vineyard this summer and taste what all the hype is about
If you live in RI, chances are a winery is not too far away, and the summer is the perfect time to explore them. Consider splitting your exploration into two day trips. Spend one day along the eastern part of the state, following the Coastal Trail route, then check out the Inland Trail in the […]
Go Left, Young Man! Racetracks abound just over the border, so pack a lunch and get out
It shouldn’t be surprising that the country’s smallest state would be the only state in the US without a racetrack to call its own. On the other hand, being the smallest state means you don’t have to travel far to see motor-racing, because there’s more than one choice within an easy drive, even by the […]
Give it a Try, Just Don’t Die: Slacklining for the noob
Prepare yourself to learn the pinnacle of balance, the wobbliest of walks … the slackline! Simply put, a slackline is a cross between a tightrope and a trampoline, hung high between two immobile objects, such as trees. Let’s take that high and mighty feeling and run with it. Maybe start with walking first, though. Step […]
Bristol’s Ode to Historic Hotpoint: A restored sign lights Bristol’s streets
Santa visited historic downtown Bristol early this year — on May 11, one still-cool Friday night. Swapping his sleigh for a Bristol Fire Truck, he rode into 39 State Street in historic downtown to raucous applause, celebrating with Hotpoint Emporium, an artist co-op and retail store, as they unveiled the restoration of the historic Hotpoint […]
And All That Jazz: RI musicians show their chops
The warmer months are always prime music time around Rhode Island, and jazz is no exception. To make your life easier, here is a list of a few performances to help you get that calendar filled up. Over the past couple years, the music scene has been blessed with a growing number of regular sessions. Check […]