We’re still riding the high from our Best of Rhode Island Party last Thursday evening at the WaterFire Arts Center and let us tell you, it truly was one of the best events we’ve hosted yet. Photo by Mike BracaKent Stetson poses with a large poster of our August 2026 cover featuring his custom handbag with the Best of Rhode Island logo. Photo by Mike BracaThe Pawtuxet Rangers kick off the 2026 Best of Rhode Island Party by leading guests into the WaterFire Arts Center. Photo by Mike BracaPerformers from Ten31 Productions act as living statues of the Independent Man and other important Rhode Island figures throughout the night. Photo by Mike BracaTen 31 Productions performers hand out Rhode Island Monthly- and Ocean State-related fun facts.