New Shoreham is the old English name of the super busy tourist island, known as Block Island to most of us. Yep, she’s a star all her own, and making herself known in the newest film to be distributed out of Rhode Island by director/writer Ricky LaPrade and producer David Langill, called Villanelle. So, what […]
Providence has no shortage of Mexican restaurants. In this economy, they are gaining popularity for providing affordable cuisine in a festive restaurant setting. Viva Mexico ups the ante by making affordable also taste delicious, and providing delicious margaritas to boot. Viva Mexico was born from a food truck that became Mexico Garibaldi on Federal Hill. […]
On Loving Women is a collection of 10 lesbian coming out stories from artist and animator Diane Obomsawin. Each story is simply titled as in, “Mathilde’s Story” or “Charlotte’s Story,” and told in a very simple set of declarative sentences, such as, “In high school I dated guys because that’s what everybody did,” and, “She […]
Brooklyn Coffee and Tea House in Providence, a four story brick building on Douglas Avenue that was built in 1873, is a mecca for the arts in Rhode Island. Owner Anthony Demings, 67, is an accomplished artist, and his artwork adorns the walls of the coffee house. His drawings include a sepia-toned replica of the Brooklyn Bridge, […]
I’ve walked into the store hundreds of times, usually to the sounds of drums pounding in the back room. I’d take a quick look at the inventory of drums, cymbals and hardware on the floor and guitars lining the panel walls, walk past the small glass counter, usually with a pack of gum politely resting […]
My husband and I are coffee drinkers. I do enjoy a cup of tea each night before bed, but never, ever would it occur to me to order tea at a restaurant, especially before noon. You can imagine our reluctance then as we entered the Elephant Room, a teahouse located in quaint Pawtuxet Village. As […]
Cranston and its inhabitants are given a pretty bad rap by its neighboring towns, stereotyped as a pack of uncultured townies who take the Rhode Island accent to all new levels of, “Wait, what did she just say?” So naturally, it’s not exactly a nightlife destination. Despite this, there is no shortage of watering holes, […]
Do you have a nickname? Red or LiLi What do you never leave home without? My sense of humor. It comes in handy in almost any situation. What’s your favorite book? The Giving Tree What’s your favorite flower? A peach rose Where is Providence’s most romantic spot? Under the Biltmore sign . What’s your idea […]
Aries: You’re tired of the traditional and regular routine of your life and want to take a break from your habitual actions. Hanging with your posse opens you to new friendships with the unconventional types you seek. This is not a month without surprises and opportunity. The disruptions have you longing for the monotonous. Taurus: Pay […]
Dear Nick, The champagne buzz has barely worn off from New Year’s Eve and here we are, flying into February. The second page on the calendar can be the coldest, via both vortices of the polar variety and days, namely, Valentine’s. This St. Valentine has been wreaking havoc for men and women for as long […]