The best things to do in Rhode Island November 8-15

Sip a beer and relax while learning how to make your own candles at Vigilant Brewing’s Brews & Burns in Bristol on November 7th. Tickets include draft beer, step-by-step instructions and all materials needed via Pour Your Heart Out Candle Making. 50 USD. 7-9pm, 44 Ballou Blvd., Bristol. Details here.

NEWPORT RESTAURANT WEEK

Pamper yourself. Newport Restaurant Week runs until November 10. Choose from a prix fixe menu for lunch ($20 or $30) and dinner ($30, $45 or $60). All details here.

WALL FLOWERS

As a Wallflowers fan since high school, I can’t wait for it. I interviewed Jacob Dylan this week—he was insightful, intelligent, and just plain funny. Some 32 years after their self-titled debut and 28 years after the seminal T Bone Burnett-produced 4xPlatinum monogram Bringing Down the Horse , the Grammy-winning Wallflowers — in all their guises — keep rocking. Currently touring with Jeff Slate, the musician/independent journalist who interviewed Bob for The Wall Street Journal in its 22nd year – The Wallflowers take to PVD’s Strand on November 8.

“I still don’t know a better natural high than writing a song, showing it to people, hearing it come out of the speakers,” Dylan told me. “I don’t know anything that moved me so much. You build something out of thin air that didn’t exist before. It’s profound when it works. It’s a gift to myself.” From $46. Doors at 7pm, show at 8pm 79 Washington St. Details here. Read my full interview here.

TASTING ALL MONTH

Leyden Farm Vineyard and Winery in West Greenwich hosts daily wine tastings from noon to 3.30pm throughout the month. Choose five wines to taste. You can also buy a glass or bottle to drink while you stroll through the vineyard and keep the glasses yours. $12 for two; $22 for four. 160 Plain Meeting House Road. Details here.

A NIGHT AT THE THEATER

Unplug and watch live theater.

The Tony Award-winning Amadeus opens Nov. 7 at The Gamm. Peter Shaffer’s play, staged by Tony Estrella, is set in 1823 Vienna and tells the story of Mozart and his “bitter rival” court composer Antonio Salieri. From $58. 1245 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. Details here.

Desire: A Guide to the Last-Ditch Attempt to Save Abortion in the United States Through Theater, from new nonprofit theater company Reverie Theater Group, will be presented at 134 Collaborative November 7-17. Tickets are available online on a sliding scale, GA $15. 134 Mathewson St., Providence. Learn more about playback, group and content warnings here.

There is still time to watch “Ms. Holmes and Mrs. Watson – Apartment 2B.’ The murder mystery comedy from Kate Hamill and director Laura Kepley runs until November 17. From 24 dollars. 201 Washington St., Providence. Details here.

Meanwhile, “Fugitive Songs,” presented by Brown/Trinity Rep MFAPrograms, runs at the Rep through November 10. It takes place in 1997 New York, and is “told entirely through 90s grunge music.” Prices are different. Details here.

PROVIDENCE BRUINS MARVEL SUPERHERO WEEKEND

Calling all fans: The Providence Bruins are hosting Marvel Superhero Weekend at The AMP. According to the billing, you can meet Spider-Man, participate in costume contests and see a special Marvel game presentation as the Bruins take the ice wearing Spider-Man jerseys. love it Games Nov. 8 at 7:05 p.m. vs. Bridgeport Islanders and Nov. 10 at 3:05 p.m. vs. Hartford Wolf Pack. 1 La Salle Square Providence. Prices for tickets and packages vary. Details here and here.

NEWPORT THAMESING

ThamesGiving in Newport aims to bring that festive buzz to the brick-and-mortar shops of Newport city center for a month-long celebration starting on November 8. Shop, dine and view holiday window displays as nearly 80 participating stores, hotels, restaurants and public spaces offer special offers and extended hours.

Like last year, it’s a busy month, but there’s one big thing this week: the ThamesGiving Artisan Market is open from 11am to 5pm in Provence-sur-Mer. You can taste homemade beer, sample treats and meet local artists. St. Touro, 39 Details here.

HAPPY TREES

BYOB and experience art therapy at Warwick’s MoonStone Art Studio. Learn how to make a tree-themed resin sun catcher. All materials are included in the price of the master class, no experience is required. November 8 at 6:30 p.m. $55. 953 Namquid Dr. Details here.

YOGA IN THE BIRD

Raise your hands if you need it right now. On Nov. 9 at 10 a.m., head to Middletown’s Norman Bird Sanctuary for a light yoga and mindfulness meditation. They ask that you bring a yoga mat and a thick blanket. Tickets as a gift. 583 3rd Beach Road. Details here.

FOOD OF FLORENCE

Florence, Italy and PVD are the best. The The splendor of Florencea Providence-wide community festival that runs November 9-17. This year’s theme, Sott’Acqua: A Tale of Two Underwater Cities, is climate change. According to the festival’s website, we can expect an event that will focus on Providence and Florence, Italy, and floods in both cities.

This week’s free events include:

• “Sott’Acqua: A Tale of Two Cities Under Water – Photo Exhibition at Grace Church Pavilion, 300 Westminster St., multiple dates.
• The Art of Florentine Paper: The Workshop of Maria Giannini, 292 Westminster St., multiple dates.
• Hope & Main Downtown Makers Marketplace: A Tuscan Trattoria Nov. 12-16, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., 100 Westminster St.

Read our story here. Learn more and the full schedule here. And also read about upcoming food events here.

FREE ALLMAN BROTHERS TRIBUTE BAND CONCERT

Dance to the hits of the Allman Brothers Band at a free concert when The Brothers All Band plays The Met in Pawtucket on November 10. Expect hits like ‘Whipping Post’ and ‘One Way Out’ as well as deeper cuts like ‘Don’t Keep Me’. Interesting,” “Can’t lose what you never had,” etc., according to the billing. I’ll be the one screaming for “Jessica.” free. Doors 4pm, show 5pm 1005 Main St. Details here.

LEARN TO CURL

Shoes, brooms – I don’t know what I love more. Every Winter Olympic Games, I promise to study. That gives me some time until I’m 26. Immerse yourself in the world of curling at the Ocean State Curling Club’s “Learn to Curl” class on November 10 at 1:45 pm at the Smithfield Municipal Rink. 16+ $45. 109 Pleasant View Ave. Details here.

VETERANS DAY

Monday is Veterans Day, and Rhode Island hosts a series of events, from a fire at Fort Newport to a celebration at URI and a parade in South Kingstown. A ceremony will be held in East Providence and a Voices of Veterans event will be held at RISD Auditorium. Providence also hosts community conversations about trauma and healing, as well as an empowerment day for veterans and their families in Woonsocket. Details here.

MOM MIA!

Mamma mia, it’s “Mamma Mia”! Yes, the classic tale of a mother, daughter and three would-be dads, set on a Greek island to the tunes of ABBA’s hits, plays at PPAC on November 12. Get ready to sing “Dancing Queen”, Roddy. Tickets from $45. Valid until November 17. 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Details here.

LITTLE JUGS HAVE BIG EARS

According to the website, the 120th annual exhibition and sale of small paintings opens Nov. 10 with a public reception from noon to 5 p.m. The sale is the oldest of its kind in the United States.

The 2024 exhibition features approximately 700 original works of art 16 x 16 inches or smaller priced at $350 or less, spread across three galleries. About 120 local artists are represented. Valid until December 22. Details here.

BOOKS AND COOKS

A collaboration we didn’t know we needed. Head to Pawtucket’s Guild Brewery for Pints ​​with a Purpose on November 13th from 5:30-8:30pm. Providence Public Libraries will have their own beer, The Dewey Decimator (love it), in their taproom until November 27th. for every beer sold, the libraries receive $2, according to the accounts. On November 13th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm you can make your own coasters, print a t-shirt, create buttons and “engrave on our Glowforge”. Buy your own glasses and raffle baskets with prizes. Admission is $10. 461 Main street Details here.

ART SHOP, LOCAL SHOP

Get a head start on your holiday shopping by supporting local artists at WaterFire’s 4th Annual BuyArt Holiday Small Art Show & Sale, November 14th, 6-9pm. Until January 5, the store presents a variety of media from photographs to engravings and paintings. Gallery hours Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, from 10:00 to 21:00. Save the date for the November 21 opening reception. 475 Valley St., Providence. Learn more and meet the artists here.

Until next week, Rody: keep playing.”

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Lauren Daley can be reached at [email protected]. Follow her on Twitter @laurendaley1.