Author: Paula Silva

February 26, 2020

Not quite winter and not quite spring (for Rhode Islanders at least), March is a month of ups and downs. Some days are cold and some days are warm. With that in mind, we’ve crafted this list of happenings to get you back outside, but with plenty of indoor alternatives. We’re looking forward to all […]

January 19, 2020

Love is the air… the love of food, that is. February is a great month to be a foodie in Rhode Island. Between Valentine’s Day dinners, the Inaugural RI VegFest, and another Sucrée event hosted by Gracie’s, we’ve already got our foodie fill. Read on for more fun this February! As a Valentine’s Day gift […]

December 29, 2019

We don’t know about you, but we are ready for some foodie fun in the New Year! Our January Lil Rhody Round-Up includes cooking classes, Providence Restaurant week, foodie fundraisers, and some non-foodie (but still fun!) events. Jump into the New Year with an open mind and ready to eat! Did you know we have […]

November 22, 2019

The holidays are hands down the busiest time of year. There are always cookies to bake, kids to chauffeur, family to see, and gifts to buy. To make your holidays a little easier, we compiled our favorite gifts and experiences for last-minute shoppers. Making this list extra special is that everything can be purchased in […]

November 13, 2019

There are many magical months in Rhode Island but we think December is the most spirited. After Thanksgiving, the white lights, evergreen wreaths, and red ribbons are rolled out. And we can’t overlook the decked-out Christmas trees and Hanukkah menorahs lighting up our neighborhood windows. It may be colder outside, but this month is exceptionally […]

October 21, 2019

Our last full month of fall brings a lot of change. The leaves are changing color and dropping from their limbs. Shorter days are ahead as we leave Daylight Savings behind and “fall forward” on the second Sunday of the month. In November, there are a lot of special days worth celebrating. Our month starts […]

September 11, 2019

Autumn is a busy season for Rhode Islanders. With all of these great events coming up, we have a lot of planning to do. With all of the festivals, we should rename Columbus Day Weekend “Festival Weekend” in Rhode Island. There are a ton of great festivals this time of year, so plan accordingly. You don’t want […]

August 17, 2019

Did you know that October and September are the most popular months to get married in, with June, May and August right behind according to WeddingWire. So this seems like a great time to gather your girlfriend tribe for a fun bachelorette weekend before the big day! A tradition that indulges and celebrates you and your […]

August 13, 2019

Ahhh, September. We can practically feel fall in the air. New England weather can be unpredictable, but we always welcome the dry fresh air of September and the melancholy that comes with it. As you read through our Lil Rhody Round-Up, you’ll notice that it seems September is the month of the festival. From seafood […]

July 19, 2019

Happy August! The days are longer, the sun is hot, and the fun is just getting started. Don’t let the summer slip away, we’ve rounded up 17 events to help make it last a little longer. We have all the summer music festivals, antique shows, bar crawls and more! Check these off your Rhode Island […]

July 1, 2019

Summer has arrived in Rhode Island. The days are hot and the night’s are cool. Del’s Lemonade is open, the beaches are busy, and the Rustic Tri View Drive-In is screening the summer’s top movies. It’s the season to drive with your top down, cannonball into the pool, and make sweet summertime memories. Our July […]

May 28, 2019

Don’t miss out on an authentic vacation experience. Hotels and inns are easy to come by, and you can read the online reviews, but when you want an authentic travel experience, you want to know where the locals would go. When you are traveling to such a historic location, it helps to know where the locals […]

May 27, 2019

June is finally here, bringing the beautiful summer weather, family barbecues, post-dinner ice cream runs, and weekend beach trips. With the warm sunshine, it’s hard to remember all the things we have to do. We’d much rather focus on all the fun things we want to do. That’s why we created this list of 11 […]

May 27, 2019

The sun is shining, the breeze is cool, and the skies are clear. It’s the perfect weather for a bike ride. Whether you’re taking a solo trip, biking with the kids, or going on a group ride, these 8 Rhode Island bike paths in no particular order are perfect. After your bike ride, treat yourself […]

April 30, 2019

Spring is certainly in the air this month. We’re looking forward to getting outside and enjoying all that this season has to offer. In particular, we’re looking forward to spring festivals, The Office-themed bar crawl, yard sales, and Derby Day! We also have a full lineup of food tours this month. Our food tours in […]

March 30, 2019

April is such a sweet month in Rhode Island. It is the true start of spring. Thousands of daffodils bloom in Newport, the food trucks come out of their winter hibernation, and festivals of all sorts start springing up. Another marker of spring is the return of our food tours. We can’t wait to start […]

September 20, 2018

Rhode Island is a mecca for craft beer distilleries – they’re popping up everywhere! It seems like there’s a new brewery that pops up every few months. Maybe we should start a new hashtag #smallstatelotsofBEER to go along with #smallstatebigeats. Since there are so many new and exciting craft beer breweries to explore in Rhode […]

June 30, 2018

July marks the “official” start of summertime in Rhode Island. But if you’re a Rhode Islander, you know summer started as soon as Del’s reopened for the season. Continue your summer fun with these 17 events. We’ve rounded up this month’s best walking tours, festivals, and family-friendly events. Get ready to add some more fun […]

June 13, 2018

Summer is finally here! Summer in Rhode Island brings beautiful weather, family barbecues, post-dinner ice cream runs, and weekend beach trips. With the warm sunshine, it’s hard to remember all the things we have to do. We’d much rather focus on all the fun things we want to do. That’s why we created this list of 11 ways to […]

May 7, 2018

We’ve all been there… Mother’s Day is right around the corner and you’re stumped for gift ideas. She’s got all the candles and bath bombs that she could ever need. You could take her out to eat, but you’ve already been there and done that. You want to do something truly special this year both […]

May 1, 2018

This may just be our favorite month out of the year. May is the perfect month to get outside, get eating, and get the summer party started! This month’s round-up is diverse and full of foodie fun. If you’re craving more, take a Rhode Island Red Food Tour! Now booking food tours in Providence and […]

May 1, 2018

This is our biggest and bestest Lil Rhody Round-Up yet! There are 20 events to keep you soaking up that summer sun and fun in June. While you’re scrolling through, don’t forget to book your Rhode Island Red Food Tour this summer! Father’s Day is June 17th! Give him the foodie fun gift of a Rhode Island […]

April 1, 2018

Spring is here! Those are three words we almost never thought we’d say. The days are longer and warmer and busier. There are plenty of events this month to get you outside and keep you having fun. These 12 Events (13 if you count taking our food tour) will keep you buzzy🐝 all April long. When […]

March 15, 2018

March is Women’s History Month. As a woman-owned and women-run business, we know that running an organization is difficult work. We wish we could spotlight every female business owner-operator, policy and academic guru in Rhode Island (and across the world!) For now, we have put together this list of 12 women who are making a […]

March 1, 2018

March starts the countdown to warm weather in Rhode Island. There’s nothing more exciting than the promise of spring. While we endure the last few weeks of winter, there are plenty of fun events to enjoy this month. Newport Irish Heritage Month Various events in Newport area during March Irish pride runs deep in Newport. […]