New Year, New Reads 📚

Jump into January with new issues, where inspiration abounds! Today’s newsletter is your ultimate new year starter pack, from the release of our annual Who to Watch feature to the latest Hey Rhody Weekly.

New Magazines Out Now!

You know what January means – our annual Who to Watch feature kicks off the year with our pursuit of highlighting a lineup of visionaries with big plans for 2025, now covering the entire state! Read up on their plans (and save the date for the party honoring them on April 24) and much more in this month’s magazines. Whether you’re seeking personal finance tips or forging a holistic wellness path, the pages of Providence Monthly, So Rhode Island, The Bay, and Hey Rhody have it all, now hitting newsstands.

Big Creativity in Small Packages at The Collaborative

Who says art has to be big to make an impact? The Small Works! exhibit at The Collaborative in Warren features 160 tiny masterpieces from 56 local artists, making space for new exhibitors to flourish and art enthusiasts to browse a broad range of styles. Read more online at HeyRhody.com.

^{• By Hugh Minor, photo courtesy of The Collaborative}

Check Out Our Latest Hey Rhody Weekly: Who to Watch Honorees, 2025 Healing Insights + More!

Kick off 2025 with the Hey Rhody Weekly team as they spotlight the Who to Watch honorees and dish out fresh healing insights for the new year! It's a quick dive into Rhode Island’s trendsetters, mood boosters, and a dash of local sparkle.

In the Kitchen: Lisa Barone of The Restaurant at Fenner Hill in Hope Valley

After two decades in the dining industry and a brief hiatus to explore other career options, chef Lisa Barone found her perfect match at Fenner Hill Country Club in 2024. With a fresh perspective, brand-new kitchen in a historic farmhouse, and the freedom to flex her culinary creativity, Barone is redefining country club cuisine with rotating menus and playful themes to please golfers and non-sporty guests alike. Read more online at SoRhodeIsland.com.

^{• By Ruthie Wood, photo courtesy of Fenner Hill}

Keep the Fun Going with Our Winter Guide!

Looking for fun outings in the new year? Peruse the Hey Rhody Winter Guide, your go-to resource for sledding, skating, and celebrating all season long, whether you’re into winter hikes or inside fun. Read the full guide online at HeyRhody.com.

^{• By Elyse Major, photo courtesy of Save The Bay}