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For love of figs: A growing community takes root

Sandy Pavao-Pinaretta, owner of FigMamma Farms, stands among the fig trees that grew from a personal collection into a nursery producing thousands of plants.

Fifteen years ago, Sandy Pavao-Pinaretta thought figs were purple. Then she tasted a large, yellow fig growing from an in-ground tree in Fall River — a variety she knew at the time as “Pingo …

Plan today to plant for tomorrow

Perennials provide a splash of color and interest in the authors’ yard, but it is a group of three mid-canopy ‘Forest Pansy’ Redbuds and towering native Oaks that provide ongoing structure and ecological pizazz to the space.

Think your garden is winding down for the year? Think again. August marks the start of the most transformative season for landscape planning and design. Whether you are envisioning a major overhaul …

More than a motorcycle club

Founding members Charlie Mulcahy (left) and James Hull (right) stand with Watchkeepers Motorcycle Club President Joe Carroll outside the VFW in Tiverton before the start of the Watchkeepers’ 11th annual charity ride.

Nearly 100 motorcycles rolled through the winding roads of Tiverton and Little Compton on a recent Saturday morning as members of the Watchkeepers Motorcycle Club gathered for their 11th annual …

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Columnists ...

Whisking Wisdom

An eggplant event for everyone In our house, eggplant parmesan isn't just a dish, it’s an event. A glorious, cheesy, breaded event that leaves the kitchen looking like a flour bomb exploded and everyone’s hearts (and …

Book Reviews

Reading — The perfect indoor cold weather activity

As the cold weather hangs around, reading is my go-to activity. Who wants to go outside? Stay inside where it’s cozy and enjoy a new author. These are all new authors for me. “The Framed …

East Bay Scoops

Finding the (W)right scoop The Wright Scoop is the ice cream side of Wright’s Dairy Farm, a family-run gem, with deep roots in the dairy and food industry, and a history dating back to the 1910s. Cate Kennedy guides the …

The Local Music Scene

Jesse Liam: Singer, songwriter, dancer, artist As a singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, and recording artist, young Rhode Islander Jesse Liam, who fronts The Jesse Liam Band, walks an artist’s tight wire act, blending the spirit of the …

No Fluke

Pulled from the storm A storm like the one we had a week and a half ago can change fishing a lot. Some species, like summer flounder (fluke), may leave the area totally. Yet other species just won’t bite. They may not …

Life & Death

Coping with family caregiver guilt A family caregiver is typically an unpaid family member, partner or friend providing physical, emotional or social support to someone experiencing health challenges. AARP and the National Alliance …

Life in the Garden

Health and healing by design – A landscape for all senses Most garden designs start with a look, inspired by perfectly curated social media feeds and magazine spreads. We get hooked on bold flowers and eye-catching features. But healthy, healing spaces …

Events & Things to Do ...

Giant pumpkins return to Warren

9 hours ago

Frerichs Farm celebrates its 40th anniversary by hosting the Southern New England Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off. The day will be filled with giant pumpkins food trucks, and family fun. The weigh-off …

‘The Highwaymen’ at Four Corners

10 hours ago

The Four Corners Arts Center is hosting a night of storytelling and song, “The Highwaymen: Songs & Stories by Matt York,” this Saturday, Oct. 10. The performance begins at 7 p.m. …

Reenactment Weekend at Coggeshall Farm

Wednesday, September 30

Coggeshall Farm Museum is hosting Bristol Expedition Reenactment Weekend this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 3 and 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Visitors can step back in time to see what life …

Newport Polo hosts an unexpected encore

Wednesday, September 30

After last weekend’s nor’easter postponed its scheduled season finale, Newport Polo will saddle up one more time this Saturday, Oct. 3 at 4 p.m., bringing its historic 150th Diamond Jubilee …

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Community calendar

Wednesday, October 7, 18:00:00

Independent Day and Boarding School Fair

Wednesday, October 7

Level Up with the Foundations of Hospitality Leadership Program

Wednesday, October 7, 18:00:00

Kai Franz and Neal Walsh

Thursday, October 8, 19:30:00

An Evening in Roma with Michael DiMucci

See the full calendar here.