- Hey Rhody Newsletter
- Posts
- From Pumpkins to Playlists 🎶
From Pumpkins to Playlists 🎶
Get the inside scoop on autumn adventures along the Classic Coast, Barrington’s fresh new fitness buzz, PVD songwriter Brendan Deely’s latest drop, + more!
Today is National Dessert Day, so go ahead and grab that fork, loosen your belt, and treat yourself to something delicious. Whether you’re craving a flaky apple tart, a pumpkin-spiced something, or just an excuse to indulge, we’ve baked up the perfect way to celebrate. Today’s newsletter is a buffet of fall goodness, filled with local happenings and sweet new businesses that’ll have you saying yes, please to seconds. So light a candle, get comfy, and let’s dig into the sugar-dusted scoop on what’s happening around Rhode Island.
Autumn Shines on The Classic Coast
As the leaves turn and the crowds thin, Newport's fall season comes alive with food festivals, vineyard toasts, and cozy seaside escapes. It’s a crisp, colorful invitation to experience the city’s coastal charm without the summer rush. Read more online.
• By Jenna Kaplan, photo by Shannon Hammond
Pvolve Brings a Whole New Kind of Burn to the East Bay
When Ashley Thibodeau traded Boston for Barrington, she quickly realized the local fitness scene was missing something. Next January, she’s filling that gap with Rhode Island’s first Pvolve studio, offering low-impact, science-backed workouts that focus on strength, balance, and feeling good long after you leave the mat. Read more online.
• By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of Ashley Thibodeau
Fall Flavors Take Over Track 15 with Two-Day Harvest Fest
Downtown Providence is turning up the autumn vibes as Track 15 throws a two-day Harvest Fest packed with food, drinks, and live music, October 17-18. Seasonal debuts from all seven local vendors and cozy cocktails from Bar Romolo make this a must-hit celebration for foodies and fall lovers alike. Read more online.
•By Jenna Kaplan, photo by Cat Laine courtesy of Track 15
Presented by Eastside Bagel Company
Eastside Bagel Company Serves Breakfast with a Side of Community
On Providence’s East Side, a small cafe at 149 Elmgrove Avenue is showing what a true neighborhood spot can be. Eastside Bagel Co. combines good food, art, and community in one inviting space where locals are at home. What started as a dream between two lifelong friends has grown into a veteran-owned business serving delicious breakfast and a premier lunch menu They’ve put Elmgrove Plaza on the map.
Step inside and take in the aroma of fresh ground coffee. Serving up coffee from one of the best roasters in the city. Complement breakfast or lunch with a refreshing iced latte, or have their signature chicken salad that deserves an award. The menu features hearty breakfast sandwiches, their signature Salmon-Lox, and fresh fruit and veggie smoothies. Behind the counter, a welcoming team brings the owners’ vision, rooted in the community's tastes, Providence pride, and vision for the future.
Mak Thakur and Edmar Delgadillo have built more than just a place to eat. The café doubles as an art gallery showcasing local talent, and recently marked its first anniversary as a venue for exhibitions and community events. A partnership with Brown University Athletics has further cemented Eastside Bagel Company’s role as a proud supporter of local culture and sports.
Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite, sipping a specialty latte, or browsing the latest art in our gallery, Eastside Bagel Company makes every visit memorable. Open daily for breakfast and lunch, it’s a welcoming spot to slow down, catch up with a friend, or even host your next event in their rentable community space. Follow them on Instagram at @eastsidebagelco or visit EastSideBagelCompany.com for the latest menu updates and upcoming events.
Rhody Recs is your weekly roundup of what’s happening across the state, a built-in excuse to rally the crew early instead of scrambling for plans at the last minute. Because let’s be real, life’s too short to leave the fun for last minute.
Date | Event |
|---|---|
Wednesday 10/15 | Drag Bingo at Proclamation Ale Company ⸻ Wave of Light Event with Well Nested RI |
Thursday 10/16 | Bold in Business Breakfast at Bryant University ⸻ Occipital at Aloft Providence ⸻ Jephry Floral Studio Opening Celebration ⸻ Small Business Networking Night with Boston Women’s Market ⸻ The Campbell Brothers Trio at Courtland Club Courtland Club in Providence hosts The Campbell Brothers Trio from New York City for two evening jazz sets at 6:00 and 8:30 p.m., featuring local drummer Marcus Grant. Learn more online ⸻ An Intimate Evening with Don Winslow Deepwell Manor in Wakefield hosts bestselling author Don Winslow for a benefit for the Jonnycake Youth Center with cocktails at 5pm, a presentation at 5:45pm, and light fare and entertainment to follow. Learn more online ⸻ Wakefield Books Grown-Up Book Fair Whaler’s Brewing in Wakefield hosts Wakefield Books’ Grown-Up Book Fair from 5-8pm, where guests can browse bestsellers and local reads while enjoying craft brews and seltzers. Learn more online |
Friday 10/17 | Queen of Hearts 19th Anniversary Celebration Downtown Providence’s beloved boutique Queen of Hearts celebrates 19 years in style with an anniversary party starting at 7pm, featuring refreshments and a drag show at their Westminster Street shops, Queen of Hearts and sister store Modern Love. Learn more online ⸻ Play ON! 2025 The Providence Children’s Museum hosts Play On! 2025 from 6-10pm, a 21+ after-hours event featuring food, games, and entertainment for adults ready to relive the joy of childhood play. Learn more online ⸻ City Year Rhode Island Opening Day Ceremony: Ignite! 195 District Park in Providence hosts City Year Rhode Island’s Opening Day Ceremony: Ignite! from 3-5pm, celebrating the 2025–2026 AmeriCorps members with speeches, music, games, and community fun. Learn more online ⸻ The Birds Screening at the Audubon Nature Center The Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol hosts a screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds from 6-9pm, featuring drinks, snacks, and a special live presentation with one of Audubon’s animal ambassadors. Learn more online ⸻ The Spirits Are Calling Event Say Yes to the Cocktail hosts The Spirits Are Calling at Hope Events on Main in Pawtucket at 7pm, an immersive mixology experience featuring spooky signature cocktails, a costume contest, and a live DJ for a night of hauntingly good fun. Learn more online ⸻ Harvest Festival at Newport Vineyards Newport Vineyards in Middletown hosts its 8th Annual Harvest Festival October 17-19, celebrating 30 years with vineyard tours, tastings, brunch, live music, food, wine, and festival fun including grape stomping, axe throwing, and a stein-hoisting competition. Learn more online ⸻ Wicked WeekS in Wickford Main Street in Wickford comes alive October 17–31 for Wicked WeekS, two full weeks of Halloween fun featuring the Witches Paddle, Sip N Stroll, Scarecrow Contest, Spooky Walking Tour, and the festive Horribles Parade. Learn more online |
Saturday 10/18 | Spooky Zoo at Roger Williams Park Zoo Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence hosts Spooky Zoo, a family-friendly day of trick-or-treating, costumes, and fall fun with plenty of animals, candy, and seasonal fun from 7am-12pm. Learn more online ⸻ New England Witches Guild Halloween Parade and Festival The New England Witches Guild brings its annual Halloween Parade and Festival to Riverside from 11am-4pm, featuring a mile-long parade from Riverside Square to Crescent Park Carousel, plus live music, food trucks, vendors, and family fun. Learn more online ⸻ The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Greenwich Odeum The Greenwich Odeum in East Greenwich hosts the RKO Army’s live, interactive performance of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on October 18 from 8-10pm, complete with cult-classic chaos, audience participation, and a bonus Thriller performance. Learn more online ⸻ OctoberVets 5K and German Festival in Wickford Village Wickford Village hosts the OctoberVets 5K and German Festival on October 18 from 10-4pm, featuring a scenic run and a fall celebration with food, a beer tent, live music, and family-friendly fun. Learn more online ⸻ Purrfectly Spooky Kitten Yoga with the RISPCA The Rhode Island SPCA hosts Purrfectly Spooky Kitten Yoga with two sessions: an adults-only class at 10am and a family-friendly class at 11:30am, inviting participants to stretch, relax, and cuddle adoptable kittens. Learn more online ⸻ Farm Fresh: The Marketplace Anti-Robot Club ⸻ LitArts RI’s Writers Block Party LitArts RI in Providence hosts the Writers Block Party from 9am-5pm, a day of micro workshops, networking, and creative activism exploring how writing can fuel social change. Learn more online ⸻ 34th annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival Bowen’s Wharf in downtown Newport hosts the 34th Annual Seafood Festival October 18-19 from 11am-6pm, featuring fresh local seafood, live music, family fun, and waterfront views in a free, rain-or-shine celebration of the “Harvest of the Sea.” Learn more online |
Sunday 10/19 | 3rd Annual Garlic Roast The Tiverton Farmers Market hosts its 3rd Annual Garlic Roast on October 19 from 10am-2pm at Tiverton Middle School, featuring garlic-inspired foods, local vendors, and seasonal harvest fun in a free, family-friendly celebration. Learn more online ⸻ Warren Walkabout Downtown Warren hosts the annual Warren Walkabout from 12-5pm, featuring art, food, live music, and local shopping for two lively Sunday afternoons by the bay. Learn more online ⸻ Calligraphy & Meditation at Naga Coffeehouse Naga Coffeehouse in Cranston hosts Calligraphy & Meditation from 3-5pm, offering a mindful afternoon of creativity and calm that blends art, reflection, and community connection. Learn more online ⸻ Trunk or Treat at Artisan Bites Artisan Bites in Cranston hosts Trunk or Treat from 9am-12pm, a family-friendly event with games, activities, and a $100 gift card prize for the best-decorated trunk. Learn more online ⸻ URI Guitar and Mandolin Festival The University of Rhode Island in Kingston hosts the 10th Annual Guitar and Mandolin Festival October 19–26, a weeklong celebration featuring concerts, workshops, and masterclasses with international artists, offering musicians of all levels an immersive experience in ensemble performance and technique. Learn more online ⸻ Pottery on the Patio: Halloween Edition Pottery with a Purpose hosts Pottery on the Patio: Halloween Edition at Moniker Brewery in Providence at 1pm, inviting guests to craft spooky clay creations like ghost tea lights and pumpkin pots in a fun, hands-on workshop full of witchy fall vibes. Learn more online |
Our Rhody Rec list is refreshed with every newsletter, so be sure to check back for the latest events!
Past Meets Present in Open Window Maniac’s Superkiller
Superkiller, the new release from Providence’s Open Window Maniac, feels like stepping through a time warp where The Cure and Death Cab for Cutie share a late-night practice session. With jangly guitars, vintage tones, and two-chord gems that somehow feel fresh, songwriter Brendan Deely captures the sweet spot between past and present. Read more online.
• By Adam Hogue, photo courtesy of Open Window Maniac
⭐ How can understanding neurodiversity change the way we learn and work? The Gordon School in East Providence hosts a free screening of The Disruptors on October 16 at 6pm, exploring ADHD and the many ways minds thrive. A guided discussion with Gordon learning specialists will follow the film.
⭐ What if one unforgettable night could help change lives? Sojourner House hosts its 15th and final Masquerade Ball: Venetian Twilight on November 21 at the Graduate Providence, an elegant evening of music, art, and dancing to support survivors on their path to healing.
⭐ What happens when Henry VIII’s six wives trade history books for pop stardom? SIX The Musical brings a fierce, glittering remix of Tudor drama to the Providence Performing Arts Center October 22–26, turning five centuries of heartbreak into a powerhouse celebration of girl power. The global sensation and Broadway hit has topped charts, wowed critics, and is now ready to rule Rhode Island.
#HeyRhodyPhotos
Proof that mornings by the bay are worth waking up for. 🌅
Photo of Rocky Point by @hillary4297
Use #HeyRhodyPhotos to share your Rhody views, and it might be featured here!