Open and Closed: July 2022
OPEN Willie’s Place opened in May serving both Native American and Spanish foods reflecting the owner’s heritage and passion for cooking. 58 High St, South Kingstown. (401) 854-7420. williesplace.net. After […]
Events:
The Flower, The Labor, and The Sea
September 27, 2025 - June 28, 2026
On the Ball and Off the Wall: The world according to Gronk
As the noted philosopher Yogi Berra once said, “It’s déjà vu all over again.” That applies to the recent announcement by former New England Patriots star and still beloved local […]
Live Music and Family Fun in the Sun: RI Blues Fest and Nashville RI Country Music Fest come back swinging
“Summer can be brief and fleeting in New England, so we’re always trying to find new ways to make the most of it,” says Michael Freidman, owner of Mulligan’s Island […]
The Central Falls Landing Makes a Splash: Kayak rentals, river cruises, educational programs and more
You don’t need to buy a boat in order to enjoy a relaxing afternoon exploring a scenic river. The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and the City of Central Falls have […]
“Artists Have Families Too”: Petition for city Event vendor pay increase passed to PVD City Council for final review
A petition to increase the pay for local vendors contracted for city events has been reviewed by the Providence Charter Review Commission and is now in the hands of the […]
The Central Falls Landing Makes a Splash: Kayak rentals, river cruises, educational programs and more
You don’t need to buy a boat in order to enjoy a relaxing afternoon exploring a scenic river. The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and the City of Central Falls have […]
Stop at the Sign of the Lemon!: RI frozen treats to cool you off this summer
Whether you call it a slush or frozen lemonade, it’s impossible to call it anything other than delicious. It’s impossible to think of a RI summer without sipping a Del’s. […]
Wine in the Sunshine: A summer guide to wine
Ralph Waldo Emerson once notably wrote, “Live in the sunshine. Swim in the sea. Drink in the wild air.” Now, I know starting the article off like this is risky […]
Hope to See You There: Can we overcome COVID-19 fears and rebuild community?
A quick flip through the Motif Summer Guide pages will give you a full calendar for the next few months. However, the tumultuous past few years have given some individuals […]
Tropical Summertime Spritz
Summer is upon us (finally) again! And what better way to celebrate the hot weather than a new spritz in your cocktail repertoire? This month I made a coconut fat-washed […]