you chose an alias to post this......??
I can not speak for other RI Gents but I tend to "hobby" outside the state as RI is extremely small and there can be a tendency to run into people you know while out an about.  However, I have made exception to the rule if I am drawn to the Lady that is visiting.  Boston is a short ride and so is Hartford for that matter.  If you plan on either Hartford or Boston, It might be worth mentioning you are considering RI to see if there is interest.  Providence & Airport offers more in hotels and Providence does offer more to do within walking distance. RI is more easily accessible from Boston via a short train ride than Hartford unless you are using a car for transportation....Just my opinion......

An alias is used to protect. I do not question when I see them. Sometimes it is a really good reason.
In my case I am keeping things discrete. I will not be announcing my tour here if I plan to visit the area simply because I have a current situation going on and prefer to visit under the radar when I go