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Guests could order a traditional clambake — clams served with bags of corn, onions, red and sweet potatoes, sausage, a hot dog and a foil haddock pack — or a lobster and clam combo. About a dozen volunteers assembled 185 bags in total. Both included a bowl of clam chowder, fixings and watermelon for dessert. � Want to build your own clambake in the backyard or at the beach? Visit RIMonthly.com/familyclambake/ for bakemaster Jeff LaValley’s top tips. RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY l SEPTEMBER 2020 65