Winter Farmers Markets Offer Variety of Local Products

From Glocester to Portsmouth, farmers markets offer Rhode Island-grown and produced products.

From South County to Aquidneck Island to the northwest corner of the state, Rhode Islanders now have six winter farmers’ markets available where they can purchase a wide variety of locally-grown and produced products for the holiday season. Aquidneck Island Farmers Market Last weekend, the Aquidneck Growers’ Market opened for the first time in St. Mary Church hall on East Main Road in Portsmouth. Shoppers turned out in huge crowds for opening day.  The Aquidneck Growers’ Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through May 11.  Among the many local items available at this market are fruits, vegetables, pasture-raised meats and eggs, fresh seafood, breads, pastries, and a fine selection of freshly ground coffees.  Live music, local …

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Last Chance: Mother's Day Approaches

You have less than a week to get mom something for Mother's Day.

It's that time of year again to thank that special woman in your life: mom. Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13. Still haven't figured out wha to get her? Have you considered checking out a florist in town, like Paul's House of Flowers, Leo's Greenhouse or Peckham's Greenhouse? What about a nice place for brunch, like The Barn or Family Ties? Or how about some spa treatment, like at n'Style or Absolute Bliss? Get mom a unique piece of jewelry at Tiffany Peay this week, where there's a Mother's Day sale, a 15 percent discount on all everything in-stock.

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Winner: Best Spot For Mother's Day Brunch

See who won this week's Readers' Choice poll.

The results are in and The Barn Restaurant in Adamsville is your pick for best place to have a Mother's Day brunch in this week’s Readers' Choice poll. They received 39 percent of the vote. Next, Family Ties in Tiverton received 13 percent of the vote and Black Goose Cafe received 10 percent and 7 percent of votes went to "Other." In comments, Restaurant 524, Moulin Rouge, The Boathouse, Stone Bridge Restaurant and Barcello's Family Restaurant were all mentioned. McGovern's Restaurant in Fall River and Bittersweet Farms in Westport also received praise for serving a good brunch.  On Yelp, one user recently posted this about The Barn: I love The Barn. Everytime I'm here, I have to have my fix of Eggs Sardou. There is nothing else like it in…

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Winner: Best Florist in Town

See who won this week's Readers' Choice poll.

The results are in and Paul's House of Flowers in Tiverton is your pick for best place to buy flowers in this week’s Readers' Choice poll. They received 64 percent of the vote. Papineau's Florist in Tiverton received 10 percent of the vote, while Walker's Roadside Stand in Little Compton received 8 percent and 8 percent of votes went to "Other." In comments, Peckham's Greenhouse in Little Compton got an honorable mention.  Review Paul's House of Flowers yourself on Patch Places. Check back this weekend to see who Patch users picked throughout the rest of Rhode Island. Then check back Monday for next week's poll!

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Readers' Choice: Best Sports Shops in RI

Readers choose the best spots in the state to stock up for spring and summer fun outdoors.

Spring is here, and it's time to stock up on all the gear you need for outdoor fun and exercise. Patch wanted to help readers decide which stores are the best place to pick up all your needed sports equipment. We asked readers throughout the state which shop in their town is their favorite. After five days of voting, the winners are in. Check out which stores readers think are the best of the best and support your favorite in the comments section below. And after shopping 'til you drop, upload a photo of you enjoying the outdoors with your new gear. Attleboro-Seekonk: Union Cycle, 77 Pleasant St., Attleboro. Barrington: FuelBelt Inc., Barrington. Bristol-Warren: The Gob Shop, 495 Main St., Warren. Coventry: Coventry Walmart, 650 Centre of …

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Winner: Best Place to Buy Sporting Goods

See who won this week's Readers' Choice poll.

The results are in and Weathervane Tack Shop in Tiverton is your pick for best place to buy sporting goods in this week’s Readers' Choice poll. They received 49 percent of the vote, while Riverside Marine and Living Water Surf each received 19 percent of the vote. Although there was only a 3 percent vote for other, we were told that Water Brothers in Newport (which coincidentely won that city's Readers' Choice poll this week) and The Gob Shop in Warren are also great places to get sporting goods.  Here's a sampling of the comments: Nate - Living Water has to be the best! Great prices, owned by Chuck who is the kindest man you will ever meet, and they have something for everyone! Not just surfing but clothes, sunglasses, skateboards, …

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Patch Readers Choose Best Shops For Sunday Best

Check out these top shops in the state — as voted by Patch readers — and add your choice to the comments section below.

With the weather warming and Easter right around the corner, it's time to think about spring fashion. Where do Patch readers head when it comes time to buy their Sunday best? Patch wanted to help readers decide which shops and stores have the best clothes and/or the best deals. We asked readers throughout the state which shop in their town is their favorite. After five days of voting, the winners are in. Check out which parks shops readers think are the best of the best and support your favorite in the comments section below. And after shopping 'til you drop, upload a photo of you in your new threads. Attleboro-Seekonk: Target, 79 Commerce Way, Seekonk; TJ Maxx, 265 Washington St., Attleboro. Barrington: Talbots, 180 County Road, …

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Winner: Best Shop for Easter Attire

Who won this week's poll? Find out here.

The results are tallied and Nankeen is your pick for best place to buy Easter attire in this week’s Readers' Choice poll. Nankeen received 47 percent of the vote. It sells bags, pillows, and scarves made in Little Compton utilizing an ancient Chinese technique. It offers a variety of one-of-a-kind items made from 100 percent cotton, indigo-dyed fabric. Every size of bag from small purses to large totes, along with belts, pillows, and even shirts with brightly patterned cuffs, decorate each room. Patch stopped by Nankeen's new location at 3848 Main Road last year to view its array of textiles and fabrics. Read this review of Nankeen on Yelp: I really like the way this store is set apart from the other ones around it.  They have a distinct …

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Letter to the Editor

Letter: Black Goose Abutters Say Attention Needed On Existing Zoning Issues

Residents Kathy Ryan and Herb Tracy submit a letter to the editor opposing the liquor license for The Black Goose Cafe.

This testimony was submitted and read before the Tiverton Town Council at their Monday, March 26 meeting. The Black Goose has a vocal and enthusiastic following for all the right reasons. It is family owned and has been voted ‘best sandwiches’. It supports the town, local schools, sports and businesses, and provides employment. Lots 1, 2, and 29D are commercial. Commercial use is not at issue. We have no quarrel with this or the owners, Dr. Lambrenos and Atty. McDonald. They have worked hard for their successes. These and their efforts to keep the area clean of litter—no easy task on a windy corner--are commendable. We are here this evening as abutters, because they are seeking a liquor license and we have concerns about septic, privacy …

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