RHODE TRIPS
today, with Gather Glass glassblowing at almost every WaterFire lighting. Other local partners include Bellini and the Industrious Spirit Company. The shop also works with the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and donates to Crossroads Rhode Island.
“ While the goal is to bring people in our doors, we also go out of our doors to help better things in the community,” Giguere says.
My glass needs to stay overnight to properly harden and cool, but not before Giguere helps me with the finishing touches.
In its first year, Gather Glass welcomed around 350 people to its studio. In 2025, that number climbed to more than 9,000.
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Ice Cream Madness
After finishing my wine glass, I switch gears and walk next door to the ice cream making class. The ice cream shop shares a glass wall with the studio so customers can watch the classes while enjoying their ice cream. A fully stocked bar with local brews and spirits from local distilleries offers visitors a stronger alternative to milkshakes.
I make my way over to the ice cream making station, complete with a scale,
We have all the dental specialties right here, all under one roof.
• Comprehensive dental care with a team of ten skilled dentists
• No need to travel elsewhere— everything is in one office
• A focus on helping you feel confident in your smile
• Convenient hours— open weekdays until 6 p. m.
• Saturday appointments available
• Proudly named among Rhode Island Monthly’ s“ Top Dentists”
Andrea Barone Jr., DDS General Dentistry |
Rachael Gilardetti, DDS General Dentistry |
Brad J. Turchetta, DDS Orthodontics |
Negar Harraji, DDS endodontist |
Robert A. Bouffard, DDS Periodontology |
Jon Ruel, DMD Prosthetics |
Eileen Danaher, DMD General Dentistry |
Kaitlin Dickerson, DDS General Dentistry |
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