Though we’ve seen little relief from the heat, history tells us that eventually fall will arrive, the temperature will drop, and the leaves will change color and fall to the ground. Fortunately for music lovers, autumn is a great time for classical music in New England. Giving way to fanfare and season openers, the 2022-23 […]
Okee dokee folks… People that really know me know that I am not a big fan of kids. Never had any, never wanted any. I prefer cats and dogs! In spite of this, kids seem to be drawn to me when I play music. They get mesmerized by the guitar and the sound. I see […]
The Annual Motif Food Truck and Drink Awards, held on August 15, were a tasteful experience in more ways than one. Out in the gigantic parking lot of R1 Indoor Karting in Lincoln, a cool summer temperature kept everyone comfortable as they gathered for the event. Food was provided by a fleet of food trucks, […]
The 2022 Motif Bartender’s Ball was truly an event to behold. Taking place at R1 Indoor Karting on August 1, the ceremony was a lively and colorful affair that highlighted the best of the alcoholic arts. Immediately upon entering, guests were wowed by an unusual sight: aerialists, working with Arielle Extreme, gracefully danced and swung […]
Welcome to Rhode Island! The nation’s Ocean State offers a plethora of quirks for visitors, students, and residents. With the school year starting off, an influx of new students are moving into their dorms and will soon crowd the city’s hottest locations. If you are one of these new students, a first-time visitor, or have […]
Thrift stores and consignment shops have plenty to offer regarding clothing, furniture, and house decor. There is no better feeling than digging through bins, racks and shelves and finding a perfect hidden treasure. With all of the options, antiquing and thrifting can get overwhelming, especially for a beginner — to help navigate the exciting world […]
The work from home revolution was a sudden change, drastic for many, including me. It was fun for a while. I shouldn’t complain: Oh no poor me, no commute! I can wake up 15 minutes before logging in. Am I wearing pants? Who knows and who cares? I could be working from my couch, binging […]
Being in the smallest state comes with a huge caveat: limited parking. When traveling to an RI tourist destination like Newport, it’s important to be prepared to fight tooth and nail for a parking spot (not literally, but honestly – maybe). In order to have an advantage in your parking mission, I’ve compiled some tips […]
Love to laugh? Does anyone not? Kismet Improv, which recently celebrated their first anniversary, is a live-comedy theater in Pawtucket owned by a husband and wife team. Artistic Director Luke Bruneaux has been providing improvisational comic relief since 2008, first in Chicago then later Boston. Executive Director Taylor Bruneaux started in Boston in 2012. Together […]
On Saturday, October 8, the world can be your “oyster” if you visit the 8th annual Ocean State Oyster Festival. Take in the sights, eat some delicious oysters, maybe take a “shell-fie” or two. If you have “oyster” matters to attend to on that date, well it “shucks” to be you. I’ll “clam” up with […]