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Got a sweet tooth that won’t quit? If you’re craving something for National Chocolate Day but don’t want to forfeit the calories, today’s newsletter has you covered. Think of it as your guilt-free dessert, filled with tasty stories, local happenings, and a few extra-sweet surprises to savor. Go ahead, dig in and treat yourself.
Redefining the Golden Years
Aging in Rhode Island is less about winding down and more about reinvention. From financial planning and lifelong learning to staying active and connected, locals are embracing new ways to thrive in their so-called golden years. Read more online.
• By Ann Martini
The Good Trade Returns to WaterFire Arts Center
Kick off the holiday season at The Good Trade Makers Market, returning to WaterFire Arts Center on November 22-23 with nearly 100 local and regional makers. From hand-poured candles to gourmet treats, this festive market blends shopping small with big community spirit. Read more online.
• By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of The Good Trade Makers Market
Sweet Traditions Start at Wright’s
Wright’s Dairy Farm, Bakery, and Creamery kicks off the holidays with pie tastings, cookie box building, and a music-inspired ice cream club. From buttery spritzes to velvety pumpkin pie, each treat invites locals to savor the season, one bite at a time. Read more online.
•By Jenna Kaplan, photo courtesy of Wright’s Dairy Farm
Rhode Island Artists Turn Land and Sea into Living Works of Art
Across the Ocean State, artists are blurring the lines between nature and craft, transforming seaweed, flowers, and local flora into pieces that honor sustainability and beauty. From paper made with foraged fibers to jewelry cast from pinecones, these makers remind us that creativity often starts right outside our door. Read more online.
•By Emily Homonoff, photo courtesy of May Babcock
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 |
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Wednesday 10/29 | Grand Opening of TAMP Espresso + Chocolate ⸻ Cranston Connect: Bringing Business and Community Together ⸻ Halloween Party and Trick-or-Treat at George Hail Free Library |
Thursday 10/30 | Candlelight: Halloween Classics Experience an evening of spine-tingling melodies as a live string quartet performs Halloween-inspired music by candlelight at Bishop McVinney Auditorium in Providence, from 4:30-5:45pm. Learn more online ⸻ City Hall-O-Ween in Pawtucket ⸻ Halloween Cocktail Party at Club Frills ⸻ Trivia & Costume Contest at Proclamation Ale Company ⸻ Annual Tour de Fright ⸻ Monstera Mash at RISD Nature Lab ⸻ Under the Sea Aquatic Halloween Party at Courtland Club ⸻ Sanderson Sisters Spellbinding Spooktacular LIVE Musical Comedy Show |
Friday 10/31 | Jon Wurster Presents Exorcist III Spend Halloween night at The Greenwich Odeum in East Greenwich from 8-10pm for a screening of Exorcist III, where musician and comedian Jon Wurster will introduce the film and host a post-show Q&A. Learn more online ⸻ Free Open Houses at the Betsey Williams Cottage Explore Providence’s history at the Betsey Williams Cottage in Roger Williams Park from 10-11am, where guests can tour the 1773 home of Roger Williams’ descendants and discover its enduring legacy in the heart of the park. Learn more online ⸻ Paranormal Halloween at Fort Adams Step into the supernatural from 6:30pm to midnight at Fort Adams State Park in Newport for a hands-on paranormal investigation with Alias Paranormal where guests become the ghost hunters. Learn more online ⸻ Halloween at Gracie’s Celebrate Halloween in style at Gracie’s in Providence from 5-9pm, featuring a costume contest with prizes, a spooky cocktail special, and a decadent one-night-only dessert crafted for the occasion. Learn more online ⸻ Halloween Fundraiser for the Wildlife Clinic of Rhode Island Celebrate Halloween for a cause at the Westerly Yacht Club from 7-11pm, featuring live music by Sunday Gravy with Amie Coffey, a costume contest, raffles, and more. Learn more online ⸻ Halloween Reading at Symposium Books Join author Joshua Rex at Symposium Books in Providence for an evening of eerie storytelling featuring readings from Haunted Victorian America and live performances of Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Raven.” Learn more online ⸻ The United Theatre’s 3rd Annual HALLUWEEN Trunk or Treat Bring the family to High Street in Westerly for The United Theatre’s Halloween celebration from 5-7pm, featuring live music, giant puppets, and a “trunk or treat” at the Municipal lot next to Miceli’s Furniture. Learn more online ⸻ Mishnock Barn’s Annual Halloween Costume Party Head to Mishnock Barn in West Greenwich at 7pm for their annual Halloween bash featuring food from Wicked Good Pizza, costume judging, and prizes for the best looks, all set for a fun and festive night of dancing. Learn more online ⸻ Hi Neighbor Halloween Party at Narragansett Brewery Celebrate Halloween at Narragansett Brewery in Providence from 12-11pm, featuring costume contests for kids and adults, festive brews, and exclusive spooky “Hi Neighbor” T-shirts available at the taproom. Learn more online ⸻ Ogie’s House of Horror Get spooky at Ogie’s Trailer Park in Providence for their 10th Annual Halloween Party from 9pm-2am, featuring DJ Audiofields, a costume contest, free candy, and plenty of eerie cocktails and treats. Learn more online ⸻ Halloween at The Junction Head to The Junction in Westerly at 10pm for a night of spooky fun featuring music, costumes, and a cash prize for the best dressed, with something wicked and festive waiting at 1 Railroad Avenue. Learn more online |
Saturday 11/1 | Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair at Phantom Farms Head to Phantom Farms in Cumberland from 9am-3pm. for a festive day of holiday shopping featuring over 40 local vendors, handmade gifts, and the Third Annual Chili Cook-Off with prizes. Learn more online ⸻ Harvest Festival at Greenvale Vineyards Celebrate the season at Greenvale Vineyards in Portsmouth from 11am-6pm with live music, wine tastings, food trucks, firepits, and family-friendly fun at their 26th annual harvest celebration. Learn more online ⸻ TJM x SS: Twilight-Inspired Vintage Pop-Up Secondhand Saint and TJM Jewels team up for a Twilight-themed shopping event from 4-7pm in Providence featuring curated vintage clothing and jewelry inspired by the beloved series. Learn more online ⸻ Longshore Coffee Grand Opening Celebration Join Longshore Coffee in Coventry for their grand opening celebration at 315 South Main Street, featuring live music, new drinks, and affogatos, with a ribbon cutting at am and open hours from 7am-4pm. Learn more online ⸻ Farm Fresh RI Indoor Winter Farmers Market Kickoff Farm Fresh Rhode Island’s Indoor Winter Farmers Market returns to 10 Sims from 9am-1pm featuring live music from Back Porch and over 75 local farmers and food vendors all under one roof. Learn more online ⸻ Canvases of the Cosmos Art Experience Discover Canvases of the Cosmos at The Event Factory Kitchen & Stage in Warwick from 5-8pm, where internationally acclaimed medium and visionary artist Roland Comtois invites guests on a transcendent artistic journey through color, energy, and emotion. Learn more online ⸻ Atwater-Donnelly Band at Tiverton Four Corners Catch the Atwater-Donnelly Band performing traditional American and Celtic folk music at The Meeting House in Tiverton Four Corners from 4-5:30pm, where the acclaimed duo, joined by Cathy Clasper-Torch, will bring their signature blend of vocals, banjo, dulcimer, and lively storytelling to a family-friendly performance. Learn more online ⸻ Super Dog Adoption Day at Clark Farms Head to Clark Farms in Matunuck on Saturday, November 1, from 12 to 4 p.m. for Super Dog Adoption Day, featuring over 300 adoptable dogs, food trucks, and on-site veterinarians. Learn more online ⸻ South County Museum's End-of-the-Season Halloween Celebration Celebrate the close of the season at the South County Museum in Narragansett from 1-3pm, featuring crafts, treats, a Halloween exhibition, tarot readings, and a final stroll through the museum grounds. Learn more online |
Sunday 11/2 | Aunt Carrie’s Coastal Cleanup Join neighbors and volunteers for a beach cleanup at Aunt Carrie’s in Narragansett at 10am, complete with coffee, ocean views, and coastal camaraderie. Learn more online ⸻ Hair of the Dog Halloween Hang Bring your pup to Moniker Brewery in Providence from 2-5pm for a festive afternoon of raffles, treats, and a dog costume contest hosted with the Providence Animal Rescue League. Learn more online |
Our Rhody Rec list is refreshed with every newsletter, so be sure to check back for the latest events!
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Food Bites: Providence Neighborhood Faves
From a glitzy NYC-style hot dog at Dune Brothers to a tofu bánh mì that steals the show at Ming’s on Broad and a crave-worthy pambazo at Chilangos, Providence’s neighborhoods are bursting with bold flavors. This month’s local bites prove that great food stories often start right around the corner. Read more online.
• By Jacob Schiffman
⭐ Looking for one last night of spooky fun before the season fades? Roger Williams Park Zoo is hosting The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: Last Call, an adults-only evening where guests can stroll among thousands of glowing pumpkins with a welcome drink in hand. Featuring fire pits, live music, and an optional buffet dinner, the 21+ event is the perfect way to close out pumpkin season while supporting the zoo’s animal care and conservation efforts.
⭐What’s more magical than a century-old theatre filled with the sound of a living legend? The Providence Performing Arts Center kicks off its 2025–2026 Wonders of the Wurlitzer concert series on October 30 with a screening of the 1927 sci-fi classic Metropolis, accompanied live by renowned organist Peter Edwin Krasinski on PPAC’s historic Mighty Wurlitzer. Each $13 ticket supports the organ’s restoration, ensuring this rare musical treasure continues to inspire for generations to come.
⭐ Looking for a fun way to spend the first weekend of November without spending a dime? Bank of America’s Museums on Us® program returns November 1 and 2, offering free admission to some of Rhode Island’s top cultural spots. From fall-themed fun at the Providence Children’s Museum to striking ceramic art at the RISD Museum and interactive exhibits at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, there’s plenty to explore.
⭐ Looking for a flavorful way to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Providence? Dolores at Track 15 Food Hall is honoring the Mexican tradition with a weeklong menu from October 27 to November 2, featuring Late Harvest Tamales de Elote and Pumpkin Flan. Guests can also experience the restaurant’s festive ofrenda adorned with flowers, candles, mezcal, and music in tribute to loved ones past.
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