April 12, 2023 e-EDITON

Spring Ahead! Allergy Avoidance

house several times a day.

An Answer

A few simple steps can reduce and remove allergens.

Ah, Spring: Flowers in bloom, birds on the wing, fun in the sun‚ and itchy eyes, runny noses, sneezing, coughing, hives, wheezing, fatigue and difficulty breathing for the more than 60 million Americans the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America say suffer from asthma or allergies. But there can be a solution.

The Problem

Even the cleanest home can harbor all sorts of indoor allergens. Unseen contaminants and air pollutants including dirt, dust, pet dander, cigarette smoke, mold, mildew and chemicals. They get pulled into your home’s HVAC system and recirculated throughout the

Pet dander: Regularly steam clean your furniture, carpets, and window coverings. De-cluttering gives dander fewer places to hide. And regularly bathing your dog or cat sends excess dander down the drain.

Mold and mildew: Use mold inhibitors in your paints, clean your bathroom and kitchen with mold-busting products and use a dehumidifier or air purifier.

Air system filtration: Change air fil-

ters monthly. Consider HEPA filters, designed to catch the tiniest particles of pollutants. Schedule a professional air duct cleaning: A good way to be sure you’ll get the job done right is to hire a National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) member through the online directory at http://nadca.com/ en/prosearch/all.

NADCA members have technicians on staff with advanced training and certification in HVAC system cleaning.

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1. Name the first single Diana Ross released after she and the Supremes broke up.

2. Who wrote and released “Your Song” in 1970?

3. Where did the ’60s group The Marcels get their name?

4. Who released “I’ve Told Every Little Star” in 1961?

5. Name the song that contains these lyrics: “Wake up in the morning with the sunshine in your eyes, And the smell of flowers blooming fills the air.”

Answers

1. “Reach Out and Touch

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song, including rapper Mac Miller in 2010.

5. “Love (Can Make You Happy),” by Mercy in 1969. The song went to No. 2 on the charts, denied the top slot by a Beatles song, “Get Back.”

BY JENNIFER COATES

Travel. For some, the pure love of travel courses through their veins like lifeblood. Now that the world has literally opened up again, the desire to travel has exploded ~ and taken some new and exciting directions. Just ask Rhode Island’s very own “celebrity chef”, Chef Walter Potenza.

Many may recognize Chef Walter from his many appearances on Channel 6’s weekend cooking segments.

Others may know him from his culinary school, aptly named Chef Walter’s Cooking School ~ one here in Rhode Island, another in Dubai (yes, you heard it, Dubai!). Some may even know him from his years as a restauranteur. Chef Walter is a busy man, and his life got a whole lot busier when he took his passion for travel, for cuisine, for teaching and for exploring the world to a whole new level.

Today, as he has done since 1996, Chef Walter leads Culinary Tours throughout

Italy. Combining his love of his homeland (he is a native of Abruzzo, Italy) with his true calling as a Master Chef who specializes in Italian and Jewish cooking and who has a lifelong commitment to the sustainability of the planet, he takes his guests on sensory journeys through this famous country. Chef Walter calls these private tours ~ led by an authentic Italian chef ~ “Flavors & Knowledge Tours with Chef Walter.” And this is exactly what they are.

Wine tastings throughout Italy. Cheese tastings throughout Italy. Dessert tastings throughout Italy. It is a culinary dream which cannot be duplicated or imitated. It is the best of the best, by the best of the best.

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Walter scours the countryside, looking for the best vineyards, the best cucinas, the best chefs, the best accommodations, the most environmentallyconscientious forms of transportation. His years of travel have introduced him to people around the regions of Sicily, Palermo, Tuscany (and more) with whom he has developed enduring relationships. They work closely with him to create the most authentic, experience-based, hands-on tour possible. Travelers get to go “behind the scenes” to see and taste and feel the most unforgettable gastronomic experiences of a lifetime.

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PHOTO CAPTION: “Wiener” dogs may not come from Vienna, but this gold-colored letter opener did. It was made by Werkstatte Hagenauer and sold for $813 at a Rago auction.

Wiener Dogs

It’s a Wiener dog from a Wiener workshop! Vienna, Austria, or “Wien” in German, was a major European cultural center. The Weiner Werkstatte may be the most famous Viennese workshop of the 20th century, but it was not the only one.

This dachshund-shaped letter opener sold for $813 at a Rago auction. It was made by Werkstatte Hagenauer, which was founded in Vienna by goldsmith Charles Hagenauer in 1898. Like many studios, it was a family business. Hagenauer’s sons became influential art deco designers. The workshop closed in the 1980s. Now there is a museum and shop on its former premises.

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Q:Ihave a necklace made of clear faceted beads that I was told were crystal. Does this mean they are cut glass or rock crystal?

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“Wiener” dogs may not come from Vienna, but this gold-colored letter opener did. It was made by Werkstatte Hagenauer and sold for $813 at a Rago auction.

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Before You Launch

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8. CURRENCY: Which former president is depicted on the U.S. $50 bill?

9. LANGUAGE: What does the texting acronym SMH mean?

10. LITERATURE: Where do Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends live?

Answers

1. Taco Bell.

2. “The Carol Burnett Show”

3. Honolulu, Hawaii (Pearl Harbor).

4. Vertebrae.

5. Death Valley, California.

6. Ruby.

7. Mater.

8. Ulysses Grant.

9. Shaking my head.

10. Hundred Acre Wood.

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You Could Be Earning

• On April 20, 1957, the Mayflower II, a replica of the original Mayflower that transported Pilgrims to the New World, set out to re-create that voyage from Brixton, England to Plymouth, Massachusetts. The journey took 55 days, and the ship is currently docked at the Plimoth Patuxet Museum.

• On April 17, 1964, the Ford Motor Company unveiled its new Mustang model at the New York World’s Fair. Championed by Ford Division general manager Lee Iacocca, the car came with a suggested retail price of $2,368 and was a great success, with more than a million sold in just its first 18 months.

• On April 18, 1988, a retired U.S. auto worker identified as “Ivan the Terrible” was found guilty of Nazi war crimes in an Israeli court and sentenced to death. His conviction was overturned in 1993 after evidence suggested another Ukrainian was actually Ivan the Terrible, and he was returned to America, but later deported back to Ukraine when a judge ruled there was enough evidence to prove he had indeed been a death camp guard.

• On April 22, 1993, the Holocaust Memorial Museum opened in Washington, D.C. Dedicated to documenting, studying and interpreting the history of the Holocaust, it serves as the official American memorial to the millions of Jews and others who lost their lives under the directives of Hitler’s Nazi Germany.

• On April 21, 2014, Kraft Foods recalled 96,000 pounds of OscarMeyer hot dogs that had been mislabeled. The company stated that some of their “Classic Cheese Dogs” had been placed in regular hot dog packaging, posing a threat to consumers with dairy allergies.

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Community News

APPALACHIAN SPRING CONCERT

Shepherd of the Valley United Methodist Church, 604 Seven Mile Road, Hope will host Atwater Donnelly on April 15 at 7PM. Admission is $15 at the door with children under 12 admitted free. Dubbed ìAppalachian Spring,î the concert features Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly with their special blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and dance, along with original songs and poetry. Bring the family and enjoy a wonderful evening. Light refreshments served after the concert.

AARP CHAPTER 2210 BRONX ZOO TRIP

AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a Bronx Zoo trip for May 16. Bus pickup from the Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 7AM, return time is approximately 8:30PM. Cost is $114/person. For more information call Maureen at 828-5188. Final payment due by April 18.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS...

Coventry Library Presents: Styling with Thrifted & Vintage Items on April 20 at 6PM. Join us for this fun, free program in which Karen from Spirits of Fashion will teach us about styling with thrifted and vintage items - great for the planet, and your wallet! She will also show us how to restyle items we already have in our closets. Registration is recommended for this program. To register, contact Lauren at lwalker@coventrylibrary.org or 822-9104.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY HOMEBOUND SERVICES

The Library Homebound Service is a program designed to assist Coventry residents who have a temporary or permanent physical impairment that would prevent them from coming to the Library. The Homebound Coordinator visits private homes on a monthly basis and will deliver books (large type or regular print), DVD’s, audiobooks & periodicals to the patron. Contact the Library Homebound Desk at 822-9463 or email dyoung@coventrylibrary.org for more information.

WEST WARWICK PUBLIC SCHOOLS MENTORS NEEDED

West Warwick Public Schools is in need of in person volunteer mentors for students in Grades K-12. The time commitment is 1 hour per week. Anybody who is interested in volunteering can call or email me, Dana Papitto, Mentor Coordinator, at: (401) 825-6530 or dpapitto@ww-ps.com

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY NEW CHAT FEATURE!

At home in your slippers, but need to ask us a question? Try our new chat service! Click on the chat bubble logo on the bottom right corner of our website and ask away. If the library isn’t open, it will let you email us. Chat hours are: Monday through Wednesday 9AM-7:30PM, Thursday and Friday 9AM-4:30PM, and Saturday 9AM-4:30PM (9AM-12:30PM during Summer Hours).

WEST

WARWICK FOOD CUPBOARD

The West Warwick Assistance Agency operates a food cupboard at 1293 Main Street serving all West Warwick residents living at or below three times the federal poverty level. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10AM-2PM, unless there is a town-wide parking ban in effect. We offer standard amounts of core groceries based on household size as well as self serve selections of produce, bread and assorted other non-core grocery items we have on hand. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 8280310, and no appointment is necessary to visit our facility.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY 2ND ANNUAL PET PHOTO CONTEST

May is National Pet Month and to celebrate, we want to show off Coventry’s cutest pets! Send us a photo of your fur baby by April 21 to have it featured in the Coventry Public Library’s display case throughout the month of May! Please include your pet’s name, age and favorite toy/hobby (winners to be announced in June). Send photos or questions to to Lauren at lwalker@coventrylibrary.org

RI COMMUNITY FOOD BANK

If you are in need of food, you can call the RI Community Food Bank at 942-6325 or you can visit www.rifoodbank.org for a complete list of open pantries statewide.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS...

Coventry Library Presents: Bwana Iguana Reptile Adventure

Show on April 13 at 10AM. Families with children ages 4-11 can join us at the library for a fun and interactive animal show! This reptile adventure show includes turtles, lizards, snakes and more! Registration is required as space is limited and begins on April 1st. To register, please call Youth Services at 822-9102.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICE

SPOTLIGHT: NINTENDO NES CLASSIC MINI

Enjoy retro gaming with this classic mini edition of the Nintendo Entertainment System. The console is pre-loaded with all your favorite retro games, including: Super Mario Brothers, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, Pac-Man, Final Fantasy, & more! For more info about borrowing the Nintendo NES Classic Mini, stop by the Circulation Desk or call 822-9100 and press 1.

HOPE LIBRARY HOURS

Hope Library, 374 North Road, Hope, is open on Mondays & Fridays from 10AM-5PM, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays from 10AM-8PM & Saturdays from 10AM-2PM. The Library is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 821-7910.

ADDICTION SCREENINGS

If you or a loved one is struggling with substance abuse, take the first step towards overcoming addiction. Call today for free screenings or referrals. 1-800-431-1754

PROJECT HAND UP

Project Hand Up is a supplemental program provided for working people and elderly in the community to be able to affordably shop for groceries for a suggested donation. They are located at 15 Factory Street in West Warwick. Suggested donation is $6 for 3 bags of groceries. HOURS: If you are 60 & older or a Veteran (Veteran Card required), you can shop on any day regardless of your last name. Tuesdays 3-5PM for anyone with the last name that begins with A-K, Thursdays 3-5PM for last names beginning with L-Z & Fridays 3-4:30PM for anyone who missed their shopping day. Picture ID’s required, one purchase per family, trunks must be cleaned out to allow for groceries. Please visit projecthandup.net or find them on Facebook for more information.

CHURCH OF CHRIST GIVING CLOSET

The Giving Closet of the church of Christ, 42 Nooseneck Hill Road (Lower Level Coventry-West Greenwich Elks Lodge), West Greenwich, will be open every Wednesday from 12-3PM. Everything is FREE! Please bring a mask. Donations now being accepted. 397-9700.

VOLUNTEER TOUR GUIDES NEEDED

The Paine House, 7 Station Street in Coventry is looking for volunteer Tour Guides to share this unique historical site with the general public. Can you spare a few hours once or twice a month? All training and materials will be provided, no special skills required. This opportunity is suitable for High School students to adults. Training classes for the 2022 season will begin soon. If interested, call Bob at 439-7513 or email info@ westernrihistory.org

MEN’S GROUP AT COVENTRY SENIOR CENTER

The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry will host a Men’s Group on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 1PM in the Mealsite.

SWEATIN’ TO THE MUSIC EXERCISE CLASS AT THE WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY

West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick is offering free exercise classes on Tuesdays at 3PM & Thursdays at 10AM, hosted by Mind and Body Studios. You’ll move & groove to a playlist of greatest hits while laughing and having fun. This program is open to all fitness levels and all ages. No sign up required. Call 828-3750 for more information.

JOIN CUB SCOUT PACK 13, CENTREVILLE

Adventure is waiting! Build Yours. Join Cub Scout Pack 13, Centreville. We meet every Wednesday at 130 Legris Avenue, West Warwick. Please contact James Mclellan at 401-5235723 or jimmac54@cox.net Find us on Facebook, Pack 13 Centreville.

PAWTUXET VALLEY ROTARY CLUB

The Pawtuxet Valley Rotary Club is looking for individuals or businesses who are interested in helping the local communities of West Warwick, Coventry & West Greenwich! For more information please email pvrotaryevents@gmail.com or call 401-589-1321.

PAINE HOUSE MUSEUM MARKET DAY OPENING WEEKEND

The Paine House Museum’s opening weekend for their Market Day will be held on May 6 from 10AM-2PM at 7 Station Street, Coventry. As well as shopping for crafts and goods from local artisans, you can also tour Paine House and enjoy music. Admission is free. Market Days will be held on the 1st Saturday of the month from May-October.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS

Coventry Public Library resumes their regular hours: MondayWednesday 9AM-8PM, Thursday-Saturday 9AM-5PM, Sunday 12-4PM.

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CodeRed is a very helpful service in which you can receive important town information in a timely manner. Alerts include important town matters, COVID-19 vaccinations, weather emergencies, sex offender notifications, etc. To sign up for automated calls and/or texts on your cell phone or landline, register your phone numbers at the town’s website, www. coventryri.org or through the Coventry Police Dept. website, www.coventrypd.org

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Tips to improve financial literacy

Financial planning is a key component of successful money management. When financial plans are established and put in place, individuals are in much better position to achieve both short-term goals, like financing a dream vacation, and long-term aspirations, like retiring with enough money to live your golden years without worry.

No one is born knowing how to handle and manage money. Financial literacy is an acquired skill, which means anyone can learn how to manage money effectively. The following are a handful of ways individuals from all walks of life can improve their financial literacy.

• Crack the books (and magazines)

A wealth of resources are available to anyone looking to become better at managing money, and many of those resources are books and magazines. Printed works are available for people with varying levels of financial literacy, so it’s unlikely that any single text or magazine will benefit everyone equally. Find a text that speaks to your level of literacy and build from there.

• Pay attention to financial news.

The days when financial news was limited to industry insiders or a handful of industry publications are long gone. Various online entities and cable television channels are now exclusively devoted to financial news. Anyone can benefit from paying attention to financial news, which can shed light on investments, real estate and financial industry trends that can help people better understand their portfolios and assets.

• Read your emails. Adults who already have retirement accounts and other investments may also have an

invaluable resource right inside their email inboxes. Investment management firms like The Vanguard Group, Inc., routinely host online information sessions and discussions for investors that are promoted through email and other lines of communication with account holders. When promotional emails announcing these sessions are announced, take note and resolve to participate. Many don’t require active participation, but they often provide insight into

financial products, markets and strategies to successful investing.

• Ask questions. It seems simple, but one of the most effective ways to gain greater financial literacy is to ask questions. If you work with a financial planner or are interviewing professionals to help you manage your money, ask that person to explain their financial strategy and the strategy espoused by their firms. When a new short- or even long-term goal pops up on your radar,

ask your financial advisor to explain ways in which you can achieve that goal. Such discussions can reveal strategies that even well-informed individuals may be unaware of.

Financial literacy can help people achieve their life’s goals. Various strategies can help people from all walks of life improve their financial knowledge and take greater control of their finances and futures.

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SAY-U-SAURUS

“Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields” (NR) — From filmmaker Lana Wilson, this documentary follows the journey of actress and model Brooke Shields as she skyrockets to fame in the U.S. Titled “Pretty Baby” in homage to her big-break role at age 12 in “Pretty Baby” (1978), this film touches on the intense sexualization and exploitation she suffered in the acting industry at such a young age. Shields choosing to speak out on this is no easy feat, but hopefully this propels other industry greats like her to continue to speak out on the sexual exploitation that remains in Hollywood to this day. Out now. (Hulu)

“The Big Door Prize” (TV-MA) — In a small town called Deerfield, an odd yet inspiring phenomenon sweeps over its residents. A mystical machine deemed the Morpho appears in the middle of a grocery store, and this machine apparently has the power to reveal a person’s life potential. All it takes is inserting a coin and then placing your hands atop the machine. A small card then pops out with the role describing your biggest potential in life (dancer, model, healer, etc.). One man named Dusty (Chris O’Dowd) watches in awe as the citizens in Deerfield begin uprooting their lives just from what the Morpho tells them, but the curiosity of what could be might just get to Dusty in the end. The first three episodes of this series are out now, with the following seven premiering weekly every Wednesday. (AppleTV+)

“Beef” (TV-MA) — This new series

is the next and best project produced by A24, the entertainment company currently reeling from their latest Best Picture win at the Oscars for “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” Steven Yeun and Ali Wong star as two strangers, Danny and Amy, who get into a road rage scuffle. Danny and Amy let this one incident take over their entire lives, and they will stop at nothing until either one of them gets their revenge. This 10-episode comedy-drama series premieres April 6. (Netflix)

“On a Wing and a Prayer” (PG) — In this drama film based on a true story, Dennis Quaid (“Parent Trap”) and Heather Graham (“The Hangover”) portray married couple Doug and Terri White, who embark on a private plane ride with their daughters that is supposed to land in Louisiana on Easter Sunday. However, once they hit the skies, the pilot suddenly dies from a heart attack mid-flight, forcing Doug to take control of the plane. With the help of an experienced pilot named Cory, Doug must follow Cory’s instructions to keep his family safe and land the plane without having any prior flying experience. Talk about the ultimate family bonding session! Premieres April 7. (Prime Video)

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Courtesy of AppleTV+ Chris O’Dowd and Gabrielle Dennis star in “The Big Door Prize.”

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O’Dowd and Gabrielle Dennis star in “The Big Door Prize.”

The Love/Hate Relationship of GRADING

In today’s collecting world when it comes to comic books, trading cards, toys, and video games you typically now hear the word “graded” in the same sentence. It’s been over twenty years since professional grading has entered the collectibles market, but more than ever over the past five years have we seen it become the forefront of people’s interest in the space.

“Graded” means that a professional, third party company has taken your collectible and encapsulated it within a protective holder while also assigning a numeric value representing its condition. Higher the grade, better the example, making it rarer and ultimately increasing its value, and in some cases exponentially. I happen to focus on pop culture, but coins, paper money, sports cards, autographs, stamps and now even VHS tapes and posters are all gradable items.

Grading ensures the items are properly represented and gives collectors an added level of security if their item is real, has no restoration, and no issues that may not be immediately apparent. There is no question a graded example is always going to sell for more when it comes to high end collectibles. A collector is going to bid more confidently knowing the comic book is a true 9.4 compared to a raw copy appearing near mint.

Especially through COVID, collectors have bitten into

By Travis Landry Auctioneer & Specialist Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers Cranston, RI

this system full throttle, accelerating the market. It has taken what was once a simple past time of collecting and making it a commoditized asset no different than your stock portfolio or trading on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. It’s fast paced; demand and values can change overnight. While the majority have embraced the system and are okay with never actually reading their comic book or touching their toy, there is still a dedicated group who go against the grain and do not believe in

encapsulation.

Should a comic book be read, a poster displayed, or should all these things we love be sealed in acrylic to never be touched by human hands again? They are just playthings anyway, right? Some argue collectible toys, trading cards, and comics were meant to be handled in the first place, but in my opinion, grading is a necessary evil. I started collecting at nine years old with Transformers, and I still to this day prefer them displayed. I do not like loose toy grading, but if it’s a good piece and it is factory sealed it has to go into acrylic - It is just the way the world works today.

The warning I have for you is that while grading is good - it is also very expensive. You can quickly spend too much money grading items that should not be graded because the quality or the collectability is so low. That’s why when deciding to part with your collection, it is always best to seek help from a trusted expert. You never want to sell outright; working on consignment maximizes the potential value of your collection!

If you’re into graded collectibles, Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers is hosting a Graded Showcase Auction consisting of comic books, toys, and video games all to be sold individually and in graded condition on Saturday May 6th in Cranston, Rhode Island – Come check it out!

Springtime Perfection: Easy and Colorful Meringue Cookies With a Secret Twist!

Could these cookies be any more perfect for springtime? I think not. They’re sweet, pastel and light as a feather. The technique of making meringue has been used in European baking since the 17th century and is a staple ingredient in classic desserts like pavlova and lemon meringue pie.

While they look impressive, they’re astonishingly easy to make. And if I can make these, you can make these. Let everyone think you moonlight as a pastry chef in a French patisserie. It’ll be our secret.

Speaking of secret, there’s an unexpected ingredient in these meringue-based cookies. We use gelatin dessert powder (such as Jell-O brand). Besides giving these cookies their beautiful colors and fun fruity flavors, the gelatin makes the meringue exceptionally stable and very easy to work with. The stable texture makes using a piping bag with a tip to create beautiful flower shapes easy and fun.

I imagine my dear readers rolling their eyes thinking, “She’s lost her mind. Not only is she expecting us to make meringue, but she wants us to use a piping bag.” Believe me, I used

to be scared of both things, too. But as I said, if I can do this, anybody can.

If you can use a mixer, you can make meringue. You simply whip the egg whites, adding sugar and gelatin powder. If you choose not to pipe them, just plop by the spoonful and bake. Using a piping bag is great fun. I have no piping skills whatsoever! The internet is filled with easy instructional videos. You can invest in some reusable bags and a few tips for under $5. Any mistakes you make you can scoop back into the bag and try again. Or just eat them. I won’t tell.

PASTEL MERINGUE COOKIES

Yield: approximately 36 cookies

Total Time: 2 1/2 hours

4 egg whites

1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

1/2 cup sugar

1 (3 ounce) box gelatin, any flavor

reach soft peak stage, gradually add the sugar one tablespoon at a time. Continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Turn mixer to low and gradually add gelatin powder until incorporated.

On a parchment lined baking sheet, drop mixture by tablespoonfuls or use your piping bag fitted with a decorative tip to pipe meringue mixture into shapes as desired. Bake for 1 hour, then turn off heat. Without opening the oven door, leave them in the oven for another hour to further dry.

Once dried, these cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to a month.

I made these cookies using five flavors of gelatin. Pineapple was the family favorite, but each flavor was enjoyable.

Unfortunately, adding the gelatin means they’re not Kosher for Passover. Of course, you can omit the gelatin, double the sugar, add a teaspoon of vanilla and a few drops of food coloring. Et Voila!

Perfect for Easter, bridal or baby showers, these cookies are a showstopper. You can add sprinkles, top with colored sugar or dip the bottoms in melted chocolate. You can combine different colored batters in the piping bag for multicolor swirl effects. At a cost of under $2 a batch, these spectacular cookies are certainly frugal and fabulous! ***

Preheat oven to 225 F. Carefully separate egg yolks from the whites, taking care that absolutely no yolks get in the whites. Reserve yolks for another purpose.

In a completely clean and dry mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on high speed. When whites

Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the penny-pinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime — Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divasonadime.com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@divasonadime .com

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These show-stopper cookies are perfect for Easter.

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HOLLYWOOD — Bill Skarsgard was third-billed for “John Wick,” probably because of his visibility as Pennywise in “It” (2017), which catapulted the $40-million film to a $70l.8 million gross. And in 2019, the sequel, “It Chapter Two,” turned a $79 million cost into $473.1 million at the box office.

This year, Skarsgard is working nonstop — first up, he has “Boy Kills World” (about a deaf-mute who escapes after his family is murdered into the jungle where he’s trained by a mysterious mentor). Then, he has the $50-million supernatural superhero film “The Crow,” opposite Danny Huston, as well as the Gothic horror film “Nosferatu,” co-starring LilyRose Depp (Johnny Depp’s daughter), Nicholas Hoult and Willem Dafoe. Not bad for a budding 32-yearold star.

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Keanu Reeves, now 58, is lighting his wick at both ends. He jumped right from “John Wick: Chapter 4,” which opened last week, into yet another “John Wick” feature — a spin-off called “Ballerina,” co-starring Ana de Armas as a ballerina-assassin, Ian McShane, Lance Reddick, Anjelica Huston, Bill Skarsgard, Gabriel Byrne and “The Walking Dead’s” Norman Reedus. Shooting began in Prague last November.

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“The Walking Dead’s” not done with Norman Reedus. He’s headlining the upcoming AMC spin-off “The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon,” which drops later this year. In the interim, he’s starring opposite Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, Michael Shannon and Tom Hardy in the upcoming drama film “The Bikeriders.”

Meanwhile, Butler is toplining the AppleTV+ series “Masters of the Air,” in the vein of “Band of Brothers.”

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Morgan Freeman is still going strong at 85, with over 100 films under his belt. Among them are such classics as “Street Smart” (1987), which brought him his first Oscar nom; 1989’s “Driving Miss Daisy,”

which brought him his second Oscar nom; “The Shawshank Redemption” (1994); and 2004’s “Million Dollar Baby,” which earned him his Oscar win for Best Supporting Actor.

Freeman is now starring in “The Ritual Killer,” with Cole Hauser, which arrived March 10. “A Good Person,” with Florence Pugh and Molly Shannon, opened March 24, and he also has the upcoming sci-fi thriller “57 Seconds,” with Josh Hutcherson, as well as the Paramount+ spy series “Lioness,” opposite Zoe Saldana and Nicole Kidman

Freeman, who played God in 2003’s “Bruce Almighty” and 2007’s “Evan Almighty,” has shared his views on God. “I think we invented God,” he explained. “So, if I believe in God, and I do, it’s because I think I’m God!”

Freeman is a practicing Zoroastrian who has been married and divorced twice. He has fathered four children and divides his time between Charleston, Mississippi, and a home in New York City. He got his pilot’s license at 65 and owns three private planes.

It stands to reason — if you’re a method actor and you’re playing God, you have to believe you are God! Holy moly!

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Bill Skarsgard (“It” and “John Wick”)

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Animal Experiences

Thursday, April 13 at 2pm Children of all ages will love this interactive traveling zoo with Dave Marchetti. It is a hands on experience with an array of reptiles and small animals.

Poetry Workshop

Thursday, April 20 at 2pm

Poets, Audrey Dubois and Robin Johnson will lead this engaging program. Audrey will demonstrate how to craft a poem by using techniques we use every day, and Robin will show us how to write a poem in less than 100 words. Your participation entitles you to a FREE raffle ticket for a chance to win one of our lovely gift baskets.

Composting Basics

Tuesday, April 25 at 6pm

Earth Day is a great time to begin composting! Learn the basics of composting and begin to compost in your home and garden. Participants will have a chance to win a door prize!

ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

Change is still dominant for Rams and Ewes, both in the workplace and in their private lives. This is also a good time to look at a possible relocation if that has been one of your goals.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)

Doing things for others is what you do well. But don’t forget that Bovines thrive on the arts, so make some time for yourself to indulge your passion for music and artistic expression.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Change is still dominant for Rams and Ewes, both in the workplace and in their private lives. This is also a good time to look at a possible relocation if that has been one of your goals.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)

While the Romantic Twin considers where to go for an upcoming vacation, the Practical Twin will start making travel plans now to take advantage of some great bargains.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your sensitive nature helps you deal with a difficult emotional situation. Be patient and continue to show your sincere support wherever (and for whomever) it is needed.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Doing things for others is what you do well. But don’t forget that Bovines thrive on the arts, so make some time for yourself to indulge your passion for music and artistic expression.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You’re making progress as you move through some unfamiliar territory. And while there might be a misstep or two along the way, you’re heading in the right direction overall. Good luck.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Some good news arrives — and just in time to remind you that you’re making progress. Perhaps things aren’t moving as quickly as you’d prefer, but they’re progressing nevertheless.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) While the Romantic Twin considers where to go for an upcoming vacation, the Practical Twin will start making travel plans now to take advantage of some great bargains.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your sensitive nature helps you deal with a difficult emotional situation. Be patient and continue to show your sincere support wherever (and for whomever) it is

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) This is a good week to step back and assess the facts that have recently emerged, to see where they can be used to your advantage. Also, don’t hesitate to make changes where necessary.

needed.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You’re making progress as you move through some unfamiliar territory. And while there might be a misstep or two along the way, you’re heading in the right direction overall. Good luck.

deflected by trivial matters as you try to resolve a confusing situation. Take time to find and thoroughly assess the facts before making any decisions.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You should begin to experience some support from those who now agree with your point of view. This should help counter the remaining objections from die-hard skeptics.

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SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Don’t let your aim be deflected by trivial matters as you try to resolve a confusing situation. Take time to find and thoroughly assess the facts before making any decisions.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) The possibility of moving to another location has come up. But, before you dismiss it as unworkable, it’s worth checking out just in case it does have some merit after all.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Some good news arrives -- and just in time to remind you that you’re making progress. Perhaps things aren’t moving as quickly as you’d prefer, but they’re progressing nevertheless.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) The possibility of moving to another location has come up. But, before you dismiss it as unworkable, it’s worth checking out just in case it does have some merit after all.

Golf League at Coventry Pines is looking for new members. Wednesday afternoons 4/19 through 9/24

For information, please call Don 401-323-5624

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) New relationships, personal or work-related, show mixed signals. Best to assume nothing. Let things play themselves out until you have something substantive to work with.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your ability to make needed changes without causing too much, if any, negative ripple effect comes in handy when dealing with a sensitive matter either on the job or in the family.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) This is a good week to step back and assess the facts that have recently emerged, to see where they can be used to your advantage. Also, don’t hesitate to make changes where necessary.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) New relationships, personal or work-related, show mixed signals. Best to assume nothing. Let things play themselves out until you have something substantive to work with.

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BORN THIS WEEK: Although you like things to go smoothly, you’re not shy about making waves when you believe the situation calls for it.

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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You should begin to experience some support from those who now agree with your point of view. This should help counter the remaining objections from die-hard skeptics.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Don’t let your aim be

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Your ability to make needed changes without causing too much, if any, negative ripple effect comes in handy when dealing with a sensitive matter either on the job or in the family.

BORN THIS WEEK: Although you like things to go smoothly, you’re not shy about making waves when you believe the situation calls for it.

Taking Zinc as Daily Supplement Won’t Change Hair Loss

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am having trouble finding a reliable recommendation for the daily supplement zinc. I purchased 50-mg pills, but I think this may be too much. I am 74 and female, and I would like to include zinc in my daily supplements, as my hair has begun thinning quite a bit straight down the top of my head. — R.M.

ANSWER: Zinc is an important nutrient, and it is certainly true that zinc deficiency may lead to hair loss. However, most people with hair loss do not have a zinc deficiency, and there is no convincing data that giving extra zinc to a person with normal zinc levels will help with hair loss. Hair loss along the midline is consistent with female pattern hair loss, which is very common among women in their 70s and usually has nothing to do with zinc.

Very high amounts of zinc supplementation can be dangerous (and impair your body’s ability to absorb other trace metals such as copper), but 50 mg is a safe amount. Still, the most effective therapies for female pattern hair loss include minoxidil (usually topical, but low-dose oral is increasingly used), spironolactone and finasteride. A dermatologist is the expert on hair loss and can give you a better diagnosis by exam than I can by your description.

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DEAR DR. ROACH: My youngest son has to have both of his hips replaced. He is only 37, but is in a very strenuous job of being a boilermaker in an oil refinery. This is the hardest job in a heavy industry. His doctors are telling me that

his hips deteriorated due to alcohol consumption — is this even possible? Even if he can get through this ordeal, he is still locked into this physical type of work.

The doctors say he will need another hip replacement in 10 to 15 years if he stays in this line of work. Do you agree with these statements? — B.M.

ANSWER: Let’s take them one by one.

The most common cause of hip disease requiring hip replacement is osteoarthritis of the hips, but it is quite unusual to see someone of your son’s age require a hip replacement. Alcohol is not a recognized risk factor for osteoarthritis of the hips, but it is a known underlying cause of a much less-common condition: osteonecrosis of the hips, also called avascular necrosis.

The more a person drinks, the more likely they are to get this rare condition, even though most heavy drinkers will never get this condition. Not every person with osteonecrosis of the hip will require a hip replacement. It is frequent to have both sides of the hip affected with disease.

Untreated congenital hip dysplasia may also lead to severe hip damage requiring a total hip replacement, and it is also one cause I see in a person of your son’s age.

Prognosis after a modern hip replacement is very good. More than 90% of people are doing well, pain-free and without complications 15 years after surgery takes place. Of course, some kinds of activities such as heavy lifting and high-impact movements could make the surgical prosthetics wear out faster, but regular activities such as walking, stair climbing and most sports that are not high-intensity or high-impact can be done without damage to the prosthetic.

Although further alcohol use will not affect the prosthetic hips or other bones, many other body systems are very much affected by alcohol. So, if he has been a heavy drinker for some time, it is now time to stop. His doctors can help him find many available resources.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@ med.cornell.edu.

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