Your October To Do List in Rhode Island
From Oktoberfest to the Witches Parade and Festival, we've compiled this month's top ten local happenings and activities.
The Best Places for Pumpkin Picking in Rhode Island
Want a pastoral place to pick your pumpkin? Check out these local farms.
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Dining Review: Audette in Newport
Classic French cuisine is on the table at a polished restaurant connected to the storied Bouchard Inn.
Spending a Day at the Washington County Fair
With our acclaimed beaches, al fresco dining possibilities and geographical diversity, it’s easy to want to constantly be outdoors in Rhode Island as soon as summer hits. Since 1967, the Washington County Fair in Richmond has provided old-timey family fun for New Englanders, making it a popular attraction with activities like truck and tractor pulls, pie-eating contests and amusement park rides.
2025 Best of Rhode Island Readers' Poll Results
You voted and our team tallied. Here are your favorites in dozens of categories from food to fitness studios.
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Why Does Rhode Island Have Such a Full House?
Since 2021, Rhode Island has tried to tackle its housing shortage by relaxing zoning laws and encouraging new builds, but the results are sluggish. Our reporter, Ellen Liberman, takes a look at what's holding the state back.
Five Can't-Miss Events this Week in Rhode Island
Join the Witches Parade in Riverside, stomp grapes at Newport Vineyards, and more events Oct. 16-23.
The Final Warren Walkabout is This Sunday
The Walkabout celebrates local creativity and culture through art, music, food and commerce in a small town community atmosphere.
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The latest Rhode Island food, drink, restaurant and dining news and events.
Courtland Club Expands with Monthly Thursday Night Live Jazz Series
The cozy West Side spot is known for its Sunday Jazz nights, and has just announced a brand-new monthly series called "Expansions."
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First Person: Old Dogs Stick Together
Opening one's home to a trio of geriatric dogs proves to be a balm for the soul.
Meet and Greet More Than 300 Adoptable Pets at the Super Dog Adoption Day
The Nov. 1 event connects abandoned dogs and puppies with their forever families.
Spaces: Creating Sweet Tangerine Dreams in Providence
A Providence-based makeup artist creates a chic vintage dreamscape in a cozy corner of Mount Pleasant.
Halloween Dog Walk and Costume Contest To Benefit Local Animals in Need
Sign you and your pup up for the Howl-o-ween Hike N Treat, with proceeds benefiting the Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter.
Trendsetter: Meet Feminine Fancies Owner Elaine Felag
The owner of the stylish women's boutique in Barrington has a great eye for style and knows how to have fun.
Spreading Laughter from East Coast to West Coast
Rhode Island born comedian Christian Paolo makes waves in Los Angeles comedy scene.
A Trove of Trivia Nights for Every Night of the Week in Rhode Island
Round up all your wicked smaht friends and head to these local pubs to crush the trivia competition.
Where Adults Can Party for Halloween in Rhode Island
Celebrate the most frightful time of year with fun Halloween events happening throughout the state.
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Honoring leaders who advance equity and promote diversity across Rhode Island.
Your Guide to Rhode Island Podcasts and Podcasters
Pass the time spent stuck on 95 during your morning commute with one (or all!) of these Rhode Island-ran or -themed podcasts.
Go Teal for OCD Awareness Week
OCD Rhode Island and the Pediatric Anxiety Research Center will sponsor a screening of "Unstuck: An OCD Kids Movie" at Bradley Hospital to raise awareness.
Listen Up at PechaKucha's Free Storytelling Events
Here's your chance to get off your mobile device and connect with the community each month.
6 Great Taco Spots in Rhode Island
Where to go for takeout and dine-in tacos in Rhode Island.
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Q-and-A: Mike Lester of the Upcoming French Bistro Memere’s
Neptune (formerly the Dean) will soon open its ground level restaurant with the legendary Providence proprietor at the helm.
This Providence Restaurant Offers a Wagyu Flight
A restaurant that has been in business for more than twenty years finds a new way to get creative.
Where to Get Oodles of Noodles in Rhode Island
Celebrate National Noodle Day on October 6 with a bowl of piping hot ramen or soul-soothing noodles.
This Local TikTok Star Sheds Light on 'F-ed Up' Fairy Tales
In the wake of her web series going viral, Liz Gotauco is releasing a book on fairy tale origins this month.
5 Places in Rhode Island to Sip Fall-Themed Cocktails
Try a festive favorite like a pumpkin pie martini or apple berry spritz.
Fabric Arts Festival Connects Fall River to Providence
The festival was founded to unite the two cities through a series of music concerts, art exhibitions, dinners and workshops.
Your October To Do List in Rhode Island
From Oktoberfest to the Witches Parade and Festival, we've compiled this month's top ten local happenings and activities.
Rhody Spotlight: The Latest Celebrity Sightings and Filming News in Rhode Island
In a crossover no one could have predicted, Comedian and Tiktok Star turned Rhody resident Matt Rife recently bought Ed and Lorraine Warren’s home and Occult Museum.
5 Great Places for Fall Hikes in Rhode Island
Autumn is a breath of fresh air, so why not get out there and enjoy it?
Dining Review: Estiatorio Fili in Providence
Escape to Greece right outside Providence's Wayland Square, where Mediterranean cuisine checks all the boxes.
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ is a Magical Spectacle from Start to Finish
The sequel play born from the famous franchise of the same name is playing at the Providence Performing Arts Center now through Saturday, October 4.
Providence's North Burial Grounds Turns into a Stage
Musician and producer Dave Alves curates haunting nights of music in one of Providence's most historic cemeteries.
Snapshot: Pawtucket Bookmobile
The roving library has been serving the city since 1968.
Where to Get the Best Lobster Rolls in Rhode Island
Soak up a great view, order takeout or bring the whole family to these spots for lobster rolls in the Ocean State.
The Best Places for Pumpkin Picking in Rhode Island
Want a pastoral place to pick your pumpkin? Check out these local farms.
2025 Excellence in Nursing Awards
Meet the people who work as the backbone of the health care community and learn why they choose to serve us every day.
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Leaves, Laughs & Haunted Paths
From cozy cider fests to haunted carnivals, you’ll fall for MetroWest Boston’s autumn magic.
Federal Hill Italian Eatery Brings the Flavors of Providence to Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport
The new restaurant offers a curated menu highlighting the best Italian cooking with a Rhode Island twist.
Resilience, Service, and Adaptive Sports; A Conversation with Justin Laferrier, Ph.D.
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Savory Fare Delivers Chef-Level, Locally Sourced Meals Straight to Your Doorstep
Their menus feature a mix of year-round favorites and rotating specials, from comfort food classics to seasonal exclusives.
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport Voted #1 Airport in the US by 'Travel + Leisure Magazine!'
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport has officially soared to the top, being voted the #1 airport in the United States by 'Travel + Leisure' readers for 2025—marking the first-ever time the Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport has won this award!
