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RI Blogger wishes you a safe and happy holiday!  We are thankful for all of our readers and for the lovely state of Rhode Island!  Have a wonderful day and think thankful thoughts.

Rhode Island Maple Syrup, Here are 7 of the Best! Rhode Island may not have Maine or Vermont’s reputation, but don’t be mistaken; Rhode Island has fantastic maple syrup. Here are seven places for Rhode Island Maple Syrup: Salisbury Farm in Johnston has been family owned and operated since 1840. …

3 Exercises for Your Core! The core is just as its name implies, the core of our body.  A strong core is key to a strong body.  South County Boot Camp trainers Ryan and Danielle Bate provided us with these 3 moves that will help you strengthen your core!  These moves …

  Ten Places to Get Spooked This Season The Eternal Masquerade: Held at the Providence Public Library on Halloween, the Eternal Masquerade will feature interactive performances, food, dancing, and more. Costumes are recommended, and masks will be provided. Learn more here. P. Lovecraft Walking Tour: H.P. Lovecraft is one of …

Enjoy Columbus Day Weekend to the Max! Here is a list of 6 eventful events taking place this upcoming weekend, from Friday October 10th to Sunday October 12th. 1.  On Friday the 10th, the ArtProv Gallery in Providence will hold the final day of their “Earthen Elements” exhibit. This is …

Main Street in East Greenwich There’s a lot of talk about the death of the traditional Main Street in America. While that may be true elsewhere in the country, it’s not true in Rhode Island. East Greenwich’s main street isn’t the most famous in the state, but if you give …

Oktoberfest in Newport 2014 Autumn isn’t the longest season, but it has a lot to offer. One great event, the International Oktoberfest, is being held on October 11th and 12th, at the Newport Yacht Club.  This will also be the last event if this type at this iconic venue.  As …

Local Apple Cider in Rhode Island! If the autumn has a drink, it’s most definitely hot apple cider. While you can always pick up a plastic jug at the supermarket, you can’t beat a cup of freshly-pressed apple cider made with locally-grown apples. For a start there’s the Appleland Orchard …

Jack O’Lantern Spectacular 2014 Starting on October 2nd and running through November 2nd, the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular 2014 at Roger Williams Park Zoo has been a great draw in years past, and for good reason. Everyone loves a jack-o-lantern, especially when they’re the beautiful, creative, finely-crafted pumpkins that you’ll find at …

Sold!  To The Peregrine Group… Yes, the news is sad but true!  The Newport Yachting Center, a well-known and cherished concert and festival venue, has been sold and the closing is expected to take place this November.  The company states that the local noise ordinance is not fitting for the …