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EMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH PICNIC Emanuel Lutheran Church, 20 Leaf Street in West Warwick, invites you to a Free Lunch on September 10 at 12PM. Enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, drinks, bouncy house, Corn Hole Tournament, Limbo Contest, plus more fun! Worship at 10:30AM, Sunday School & Confirmation at 9:15AM, Choir at 9AM. Bring

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Wednesday, October 25th 11am -

Contact: Donna Zarrella – 401.732.3100 – donnaz@rhodybeat.com

I-95 WEEKEND LANE CLOSURES AT ROUTE 10 IN CRANSTON THROUGH SEPTEMBER 18

RIDOT will close lanes on I-95 at the Wellington Avenue Bridge, at the Cranston/Providence line, just north of Route 10. The closures will take place on consecutive weekends through Monday, Sept. 18. Travelers should expect delays and seek alternate routes such as Route 10 and I-295

Each weekend, lanes will be closed on both sides of the highway as RIDOT demolishes and replaces different parts of this structurally deficient bridge. The closures start each weekend at 7 p.m. on Fridays with all lanes open by 5 a.m. on Mondays. We’ll keep at least two lanes open on the side of the bridge we’re working on each weekend.

Also, for September 8 and the week of September 11-15, there will be a lane split on I-95 North. All lanes go through. This rapid approach to bridge replacement saves motorists more than two years of lane closures, shifts and splits. For more details, please visit www.ridot.net

HONDA Z-50 MINI BIKE:

Running. $400. Toro selfpropelled push mower & Craftsman push mower, $45 each. Call 500-4416.

ROYAL COPENHAGEN

Mother’s Day Plates: 1971-1982. $75. Call 458-0887.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE: JW Studley & Sons. Cut & split seasoned wood. $250/ cord. Est. 1982. Not a fly by night! 641-0212.

NEED QUICK CASH?

Sell your no-longer-used items with a REMINDER READER AD. Now it’s easier than ever. Call 8212216 for information. All Credit Cards accepted.

WANTED: Antiques and collectibles. Moving or just cleaning out? We pay more for your old jewelry, glassware, furniture, pottery, clocks, paintings, military items, crocks, post cards, cameras, photos, old coins, etc. For prompt and courteous service call Bill, 821-0381.

BING & GRONDAHL Christmas Plates: 19701990. $150. Call 4580887.

LAWNS CUT & TRIMMED: $27 Average. Free estimates. Senior Citizens’ Discount. Weekly/Bi-weekly. Call Sal at 855-9028.

WANTED: Junk lawn mowers & air conditioners. Will take for free. 829-0377.

PIANO LESSONS: Juilliard trained teacher. Reasonable rates. 243-3431. Juilliard graduate.

DUMP RUNS: Furniture, appliances, construction debris, brush, junk. 1-860304-6740.

CLEANUPS: Attics, cellars, garages, buildings, yards, leaves. Some cleanouts for content. Anything hauled away. Very reasonable. Reliable service! Free estimates. Call for your small moving needs. Lic. #37379/Insured. 30 Years of reliable service. 3972781 or 741-2781.

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS FRIDAY AT 4PM

MOVING! Selling furniture & tools. Call 527-2478 between 1-7PM.

BOMAN LAWNMOWER, $75. Karcher electric power washer, $50. 2 Black & Decker electric hedge trimmers, $10 each. Weed Eater gas trimmer, $50. Black & Decker electric trimmer, $50. Call Dave, 477-6177.

FREE: Drive camper. Runs, needs battery. Call 821-1578 or 443-0707.

“RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS...” We could all use a little good news to brighten our day... Have you witnessed a “Random Act of Kindness” lately? “The Reminder” would love to hear about it. Please submit your entry in writing and we will print them anonymously on a space available basis. Please mail your “Random Acts of Kindness” (with contact information) to The Reminder, 5 Coventry Shoppers Park, Coventry, RI 02816 or email your submission to mail@ rireminder.com

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RAMBLEWOOD ESTATES, Morningside Drive, Coventry: September 9, 7AM. Rain date September 16.

29 KING STREET, Coventry: Multi Family! September 9, 8AM-2PM.

2037 VICTORY HIGHWAY, Coventry: September 9, 8AM-1PM. Rain reschedule September 16.

MOVING! Highwood Estates - 45 Ginger Trail, Coventry: Saturday, September 9, 8AM-2PM & Sunday, 8AM. Furniture & much more. Everything must go!

WESTWOOD ESTATES

YARD SALE! 1A Liena Rose Way, Coventry: September 16, 8AM-1PM. $10/Residents, $15/non-residents. Set up at 7AM. Lunch available for purchase. Rain date September 17. Info., 615-7115.

31 ATWOOD STREET, West Warwick: September 9, 8AM-12PM. Great variety. Weather permitting.

WOOD ESTATES, 36 Magnolia Lane, Coventry: Multi Family! September 9, 7AM12PM. Something for everyone! Rain or shine!

402 FAIRVIEW AVENUE, Coventry: Saturday, September 9. 7AM-2PM. Proceeds to benefit St. Anthony’s Church. Rain date September 16.

RIVERPOINT CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH RUMMAGE SALE

Martha & Mary’s Shop at Riverpoint Congregational Church, 75 Providence Street, West Warwick, will hold a Rummage Sale on Saturday, September 9 & Wednesdays, September 13 & 27 from 9AM-12PM. All clothing is $1/ bag from 9-10AM. Children’s clothing $.25/piece, adult clothing $.50/piece. Donations greatly appreciated. Call 826-3150 for information.

PAWTUXET VALLEY PRESERVATION & HISTORICAL SOCIETY YARD SALE

The Pawtuxet Valley Preservation & Historical Society (PVPHS) will hold a Yard Sale on September 16 from 7:30AM-2PM at 1679 Main Street (in the playground next to the former Crompton Library), West Warwick. Rain date September 23. Donations for the Society’s table will be accepted on September 9 from 9AM-2PM, or pick up can be arranged by calling Cecilia at 821-1078. No VHS tapes, clothing, encyclopedias or firearms please.

9/11 REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY

A 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, marking the 22nd anniversary of those lost lives, survivors & our local heroes in the tragic events of September 11, 2001, will be held on September 11 at 6PM at Riverpoint Community Park, 110 Hay Street, West Warwick (along the West Bay Bike Path). The public is invited as well as Clergy representation, RI’s Veterans Councils & Organizations, Scout Troops, RI Young Marines, Public Safety Honor Guards, Cadets and School Bands & Choruses are encouraged to participate on this solemn occasion of reflection & collective resilience among our American people.

RI CRIBBAGE ASSOCIATION

The RI Cribbage Association is seeking NEW players for the 2023-24 season. We play on Thursdays at the CoventryWest Greenwich Elks Lodge on Nooseneck Hill Road (Rte. 3). Call Dick Bennet at 828-3152 for more information.

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AIRHART ELECTRIC is currently seeking a Journeyman Commercial & Residential Electrician to join its strong team of professionals. Minimum Qualifications: Must be an experienced Journeyman licensed in Rhode Island. At least 1 year of experience in electrical industry, must hold OSHA Card, Medical Health Card, and valid Driver’s License. Full-time Pay: $30-$35 per hour including benefits. Please contact 401-3973415.

Jobs Wanted Childcare OIL TRUCK DRIVER

WANTED: Local work. Must have CDL & Hazmat. Experience preferred but will train. Family owned company. Call 539-2900 or 821-4447 for details.

CLEANERS: 1st & 2nd Shift, 20-25 hours per week, Monday-Saturday. $15/hour. Must have valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle and clean BCI. Great job for retirees! Call Joe, 258-9648.

OFFICE POSITION

AVAILABLE: PT/FT. We are a small, friendly, busy office seeking a dependable person to join our staff. Responsibilities include answering phone, taking orders, data entry and the ability to multitask. Experienced only. Call 8214447.

ATLANTIC TROPHY is looking to hire a Permanent Full or PartTime Employee for Assembly & Production. Willing to train the right candidate in all aspects of the Award & Apparel Industries. Competitive Pay, Immediate Start. Please call 823-7230.

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CLEANING: 18+ Years of experience. Thorough, reliable, with excellent references upon request. Call 248-3839. **I’m fully vaccinated**

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1. ANATOMY: What are the small bones that make up the human backbone?

2. GEOGRAPHY: Which country is made up of about 7,000 islands?

3. MOVIES: What native language is spoken in the movie “Avatar”?

4. BUSINESS: When did the first Apple computer go on sale?

5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a male swan called?

6. FOOD & DRINK: Which nut is used in a Waldorf salad?

7. PSYCHOLOGY: What fear is represented in arithmophobia?

8. TELEVISION: Who played the lead in the series “Buffy the Vampire Killer”?

9. AD SLOGANS: Which restaurant chain advertises itself as “no rules, just right”?

10. SCIENCE: Which science fiction author wrote the three laws of robotics? Answers

1. Vertebrae.

2. The Philippines.

3. Na’vi.

4. 1976.

5. A cob.

6. Walnuts.

7. Fear of numbers.

8. Sarah Michelle Gellar.

9. Outback Steakhouse.

10. Isaac Asimov.

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• On Sept. 11, 1885, British author, essayist and poet D.H. Lawrence made his debut on the world stage. Best known today for his novels “Sons and Lovers,” “Women in Love,” “The Rainbow” and “Lady Chatterly’s Lover,” Lawrence was also once notably accused of being a British spy, while “Lady Chatterly’s Lover” stood trial with its publisher for obscenity (both were acquitted).

• On Sept. 12, 1953, in what was unquestionably “the wedding of the season,” photographer Jacqueline Bouvier married Massachusetts senator John F. Kennedy in Newport, Rhode Island. The ceremony even included a personal blessing from Pope Pius XII.

• On Sept. 13, 1974, three members of the Japanese Red Army (JRA), a communist militant group formed in Lebanon, overtook the French Embassy in the Hague and took 10 hostages, including the French ambassador. The siege ended after the group’s demands for the release of another JRA member, cash and a plane were met.

• On Sept. 14, 1985, “The Golden Girls,” a popular American sitcom about the adventures of four single, older women sharing a home in Miami, premiered on NBC. The series ran for six seasons — with each of its titular characters earning an Emmy for their role — and also won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Comedy Series and three Golden Globe Awards for Best Television Series.

• On Sept. 15, 2008, the financial services firm Lehman Brothers Holdings filed for bankruptcy, marking the climax of the subprime mortgage crisis. After the company was notified of a pending credit downgrade, the Federal Reserve called on several banks to negotiate financing for its reorganization.

• On Sept. 16, 1893, history’s largest land run was launched with a single pistol shot as more than 100,000 people, on horseback and in carriages, rushed into the Cherokee Strip of Oklahoma in their bids to claim valuable land that had once belonged to Native Americans.

• On Sept. 17, 1796, George Washington prepared the final draft of his presidential farewell address. Two days later, it was published in Claypoole’s American Daily Advertiser in Philadelphia, officially notifying the American public that Washington would voluntarily step down as the nation’s first president. ©

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Personal Watercraft 1996 24’ MAXUM: 1 Owner, sleeps 4, service data available, in water. Call 401-334-2543.

Autos for Sale/Wanted Trucks & Vans

Sport Utility Vehicles 2003 FORD F-350 XL: 4X4, V8, A/C, aluminum flat bed, sand/salt spreader, snow plow, 120,600 miles, Title. $7200. 374-1312.

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inking of selling?? Call 828-2100 today for a Free Market Analysis to nd out what your property is worth today!

Warwick: Arnolds Neck, 3 bed, 1.5 bath bungalow, updated kitchen, detached garage, seasonal water views, $329,900

West Warwick: 8,602 sq. . lot on cul-desac, possible single or multi family, water & sewers nearby, $45,900

Real Estate Wanted

2012 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY Handicap

Van: Seats 5, 137,252 miles, newly inspected. $16,000. Will consider offers. 499-6778.

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.

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West Warwick: 4 lots selling as one package, utilities available, close to Rt. 95, schools, call for details, $49,900

ONGOING FOOD DRIVE TO BENEFIT VETERANS

The High 5 Pantry at Flat River Tavern, 2260 Flat River Road in Coventry will have an ongoing Food Drive to benefit local Veterans. Please drop off your non-perishable donations anytime during their normal business hours. Call 407-2121 with any questions.

SATURDAY GRAB & GO WEEKLY MEALS

Are you or is someone you know an elder in Coventry or West Warwick? St. Vincent de Paul Society is offering a warm meal from their Saturday Grab & Go weekly meals. To schedule a delivery or pick up of a warm meal, please call 8283090 before 3PM on Wednesdays. If picking up your meal, please go to the OLC School Gym, 445 Washington Street in Coventry, between 11AM-12PM on Saturday.

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Real Estate for Sale

WEST WARWICK: Nice, large, 1 bed. Appliances, heat, hot water & electricity included, parking. No pets. No smoking. $250/ Week. 2 Week’s security. 828-5080.

BINGO AT KNOTTY OAK VILLAGE

Knotty Oak Village Community Hall Bingo is back!! Bingo to be held at 14 Manchester Circle, Coventry on Saturdays at 4PM - doors open at 3PM. Snacks & beverages will be available for purchase.

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

• A trio of sewing tips from S.R. in Idaho: “Store patterns in plastic baggies. It’s hard to get them back into their envelopes, and I find that the baggies store just as well. I keep my pattern from tearing by spraying them with spray starch. I also sharpen needles by stitching through very fine sandpaper. These tips have worked for me for many years.”

• “It’s almost time for Scouts to start up again. I have been washing uniforms and sashes, and find this trick to be helpful when it comes time to stitch on badges. Put a bit of plain school glue on the back of your badge, place it where you want it on the sash, then let it dry. It will stay in place long enough to stitch the edges. When you launder it, the glue will wash right out.” — R.D. in Florida

• Solve the case of the tricky screw: Coat problem screws with clear fingernail polish right before you insert them. They will hold tightly after that.

• To keep hair shiny and soft, rinse weekly with a mix of half vinegar (apple cider or white) and water. The smell goes away quickly, but the softness and shine stick around.

• If you have a cracked or otherwise leaking vase that is opaque (not glass), try heating a bit of paraffin wax and coating the inside of the vase with it. Let it harden, and it should be watertight again.

• “To keep plywood or thin materials from splitting, I tape my cut line with low-tack masking tape. It keeps my cut sharp, reduces the fraying, and it’s easy to remove when I’m done.” — G.S. in Minnesota

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CESSPOOL SERVICE

CHEVALIER CESSPOOL CLEANERS: Cesspools and septic tanks pumped. New systems installed. Sewer connections. 736-8313.

ELECTRICAL

JADE ELECTRIC: Wiring, emergencies. Prompt and courteous. 8285908, 738-7835. Lic.# A1538. Insured.

RICHARD J. PIZZI Electrical Contractor: 550 Providence Street, West Warwick. Residential Wiring (home repairs). No job too small. A145, insured. 580-8803.

FACSIMILE SERVICE

THE REMINDER’S FAX SERVICE. Now you can send or receive letters, statements, invoices, etc. in seconds by using The Reminder Fax Service. Want more details? Call The Reminder and ask about our fax: 821-2216. Fax Number: 821-0397. To Send: $3.00 (+tax) for the first page, $1.00 for every additional page. To receive: 75¢ ea. page (+tax).

FENCE INSTALLATION & REPAIR

VENTURA FENCE CO., INC.: Serving Rhode Island since 1975 for all your fencing needs. Insured. RI Reg #7260. Call anytime 821-7200.

K.C. FENCE CO.: There’s no job too big or too small... We do them all! Specializing in all types of fencing. In business for over 40 years. RI Reg. #15748. Insured. 397-5076.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MOFFITT & ASSOCIATES, LLC.: Financial Services and Investments, Retirement Planning and 401K rollovers. www.moffittassociates. com1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry (401)828-0097.

GARAGE DOORS

CARR’S OVERHEAD DOOR, INC.: Residential and commercial garage doors & openers. Best prices, quality materials, factory authorized Lift Master and Wayne Dalton Dealers. Reg. #13612. 332 Nooseneck Hill Road, Exeter, RI (401) 397-6015.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS_____________________

LEWIS & CLARKE ENTERPRISES, INC.: New homes, additions, garages, kitchens, bathrooms, family rooms, roofs, and repairs. 3453227. RI Reg. #5646.

BILL’S REMODELING: Additions, Formica, finish work, custom built vanities, siding. No job too small. Bill Langlais 397-9256 after 5pm. RI Registration #648.

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION

ALL SEASONS LAWNCARE, INC.: Full Service Landscape Maintenance and Construction Company. From lawncare to installation of brick paver walkways and patios. 732-7993. RI Reg. #43492

LAUNDRY SERVICE_________________________

Let us wash, dry and fold your laundry. Pick up and delivery available. THORPE’S LAUNDROMAT AND DRY CLEANING. 401-826-7158. 560 Providence Street, West Warwick.

PEST CONTROL _____________________________

WINFIELD TERMITE & PEST CONTROL: All your pest needs. 8217800.

KENT COUNTY PEST CONTROL, LLC: Residential and Commercial. Certified in Industrial, Structural and Health Related Pest Control. 100% Guaranteed. 401-569-0212.

PLUMBING & HEATING

JOHN P. KEOGH PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING: Electric sewer rooter service. Master Plumber Lic. #1881. 401-862-8810.

A GOOD PLUMBER: Plumbing, heating, drain cleaning. 8082284. RI Lic. #MP002399. MA Lic. #30436.

POWER WASHING __________________________

THOR’S PRESSURE & SOFT WASH: Commercial & Residential. Roof & Exterior Cleaning. Fully licensed and insured. RI Registration GC-46062. Free Estimates. Call Thor, 401-441-8672. facebook.com/ ThorsHouseWash

COAST TO COAST POWER WASHING: Everything residential. When quality and service matter. Who wants to pressure wash on their day off? Save yourself time. Call this week! Complete satisfaction guaranteed. Free price quotes. Ken, 401-413-0547. 20% OFF WITH THIS AD! RI Reg. #GC47967.

RATES & DEADLINE FOR AT YOUR SERVICE

$8.00 PER WEEK for 10 words (25¢ each add. word) Min. 1 Month.

Deadline: Last Thursday of each month for ads starting the following month. Mail or bring your ad to The Reminder. 5 Coventry Shoppers Park, Coventry, RI02816. Phone: 821-2216. Fax: 821-0397.

ROOFING ____________________________________

INSTALLATION & REPAIRS: Also gutters cleaned and leaf guards installed. Call 397-8729 or 749-1315 for a free estimate.

SEPTIC SYSTEMS___________________________

TLC SEPTIC SYSTEMS: Design & Installation, Foundation Digging, Land Clearing & Grading. Class 1 License. Registered Contractor. Free Estimates. Call 392-3300 or visit www.tlcrhodeisland.com.

TAX SERVICES ______________________________

VICTOR MOFFITT & CO., INC.: Bookkeeping, Tax Services for individuals and businesses,

JMD LANDSCAPING & REMOVAL SERVICES, LLC.: Fall cleanups, shrub trimming, dethatching, aerating, crushed asphalt, tractor work, yard debris & junk removal. Insured. RI Reg. #001732056. Call 688-4242.

LAWN AERATION AND SLICE SEEDING: Free estimates. Fully insured. 261-3919.

THE REMINDER

HOME REPAIR: Pressure WashingVents, screens, storm doors, chimney caps, bulkheads. Roof & siding repair, gutter cleaning & repair, shrub trimming. Kevin, 823-3572 (cell).

GENERATORS: Transfer switches installed. Master Electrician. RI #A4602. Insured. Call Jay, 8262826.

JUNK REMOVAL, Dump Runs & Property Clean-outs. Call Pat, 206-6404.

ELECTRICIAN: No job too small. Free estimates. RI #A4602. Insured. Jay, 8262826.

SUMMER CLEANUP: Yards raked, lawns mowed, shrubs trimmed, trees cut down, brush hauled away, debris hauled away. Quality work. Excellent rates. Doug, 826-3444.

LAWNS CUT & TRIMMED: $27 Average. Free estimates. Senior Citizens’ Discount. Weekly/Bi-weekly. Call Sal at 855-9028.

Home Improvement

Chelsea Porcelain

The first Labor Day was celebrated on Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City with a parade by trade union members, followed by an enormous outdoor party with speeches and picnics. President Grover Cleveland signed the holiday into national law in 1884, and Labor Day parades have been held throughout the United States since then. And, what’s a parade without flags to wave?

This turned wood flag holder, filled with 20 miniature cloth flags on wooden sticks, is ready for a celebration. It was originally a store display and recently sold for $540 at an AntiqueAdvertising.com auction.

The auction describes it as a Victorian item without a specific date given, so it may pre-date Labor Day. Based on the number of stars, the flags are from the early twentieth century. But, it’s likely that stores offered flags in displays like these for the first Labor Day parades, as parade spectators continue waving flags today.

Q:I’ve had this oval bowl for a long time, and I don’t know anything about it. I recently saw one like it. It was a different color and looks like it’s glass. Mine is ceramic but the grape clusters and vine details are the same. Could this be a Northwood bowl or is it a fake?

A:The Northwood Glass Company made pressed carnival glass, known for its iridescent glow. It was called “the poor man’s Tiffany glass,” made to imitate the look of expensive blown glass. The Grape and Cable pattern was a popular mass-produced pattern made by Northwood. Most Northwood glass has their underlined “N” mark on the bottom. From your photo, the bowl looks like a ceramic version of the popular glass pattern and not an attempt to imitate carnival glass. Your bowl shows how popular the Grape and Cable pattern was with collectors. Northwood Grape and Cable carnival glass bowls have sold recently for $150 to $175.

Labor Day celebrates American workers with picnics, parades and patriotic decorations. Past parade spectators may have carried flags like these.

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TIP: Bring a price guidebook to an auction. It isn’t possible to remember everything, but it is possible to look up most items. We think Kovels’ Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide is the best resource.

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CURRENT PRICES

Toy, marble, glass, swirl, double red, blue and green bands, white latticino core, handmade, 2 1/4 inches, $90. Quilt, pieced, log cabin, Shadow and Light, multicolor, white diagonal stripes, red outer border, crib, late 19th century, 17 1/4 inches, $345.

Sign, Euclid Beach Park, “Labor Day Mon. Sept. 6th” in green, “Admission to Park and All Rides” in red, “$2.50 Each Person, 75 (cents) Each Child,” hand painted, 36 x 72 inches, $990. Inkwell, pewter, dome shape, three quill holders, flared base, hinged lid with finial, marked, William Will, Philadelphia, 3 x 4 3/4 inches, $1,135. Furniture, cabinet, neoclassical, marquetry, parquetry, walnut veneer, two doors, inlaid bellflowers, two interior shelves and slide, tapering square legs, Southern Germany, 37 1/2 x 56 x 23 inches, $3,300.

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How is Alzheimer’s Disease Different from Dementia?

is defined by the presence of a certain amount of amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain on neuropathological examination.

by EDWARD D. HUEY, MD DIRECTOR MEMORYAND

A common question we get, both in the clinical and research settings, is, “What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease?” The terms and language around these disorders are confusing.

Dementia is a clinical diagnosis. It means that someone is having cognitive difficulties, in at least two domains of thinking, that are bad enough to cause the person to have trouble successfully doing the things they need to do in their daily life. “Domains” of cognition include memory, visuospatial ability, executive functions, and language abilities. Cognitive or “neuropsychological” testing is often used to assess performance in different cognitive domains. Trouble successfully doing daily activities can manifest as trouble paying bills, forgetting appointments, remembering to take medications, and getting lost. Since dementia is a clinical diagnosis, it is based on the clinical presentation of the patient, often supplemented by information from a loved one and cognitive testing.

The diagnosis of dementia is in contrast with the diagnosis of “Mild Cognitive Impairment” in which someone has cognitive symptoms, often in just one domain, which do not significantly impair daily functioning. All patients with dementia pass through a phase of Mild Cognitive Impairment prior to developing dementia, but the converse is not necessarily true: while many do, some patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment do not progress to dementia.

When someone has dementia, the next logical question is, “What illness is causing the dementia”?

Alzheimer’s disease is a diagnosis of what we believe is going on in the brain to cause the cognitive difficulties we observe clinically.

The definitive diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can only be made after death through a neuropathological examination of the brain. Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but it is not the only cause. Other causes of dementia include Lewy Body Disease, Frontotemporal dementia, and Vascular Dementia. While Alzheimer’s disease usually presents with memory symptoms, some of these other causes of dementia can present with symptoms primarily in other cognitive domains. We have also learned that atypical cases of Alzheimer’s disease can present with symptoms in domains other than memory, such as language.

We often utilize biological measures, including brain MRI and PET scans, to help us diagnose Alzheimer’s disease in living patients. Since dementia is a clinical diagnosis and Alzheimer’s disease is the diagnosis of a brain illness, dissociations between these diagnoses can occur. For example, because the brain changes of Alzheimer’s disease start before clinical symptoms manifest, there may be a situation in which elevated amyloid plaques and tau tangles are detected in a person who is cognitively normal. This person would have the biological changes of Alzheimer’s disease, but without dementia at that time. Although this person would be at high risk for developing dementia later.

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Whether it’s in your lower back, your neck, or anywhere between, if a spine issue is causing you pain, you’re not alone. Back pain affects four out of five Americans in their lifetime, and spine conditions of varying symptoms and severity can reduce quality of life and interfere with work, play, and everyday activities.

Ortho Rhode Island provides individualized spine care designed to return you to what matters most. Our team of experienced surgeons and specialists work with you to develop a care plan that’s best for your unique challenges and lifestyle. Our patient-centered approach starts with a variety of non-operative treatments including physical therapy, manual therapy, injections, and medications. Through open communication between our providers and our patients, we offer clear guidance and encourage informed decision-making in your journey back to health.

If your back or neck pain can’t be resolved through nonsurgical measures, or if neurologic function is impaired, our fellowship-trained spine surgeons provide operative care tailored to your symptoms and needs. If you are a candidate for spine surgery, Ortho Rhode Island combines our surgical expertise with the latest technology, including robotic-assisted procedures using ExceliusGPS®, a state-of-the-art robotic navigation platform that can help provide greater precision and improve outcomes with less invasive surgery.

And no matter what treatment works for you, Ortho Rhode Island’s comprehensive, collaborative, and multimodal approach to spine care offers the opportunity to find your optimal care pathway – which means your first step toward getting back to what you love may be closer than you think. Learn how spine care at Ortho Rhode Island can help you get past your back and neck pain by calling to schedule an appointment with Ortho Rhode Island at 401.777.7000, or visiting orthopedicsri.com/ spine.

BUSINESSSpotlight

BY JENNIFER COATES

When you have been in the auto repair business for your entire career, you begin to hear some common and oft-repeated gripes. For the owner of Diversified Auto Repair in Coventry and longtime technician Alex Deus, a frequent complaint was the request for convenient and timely service for scheduled maintenance visits.

Customers ask, why should I have to wait for hours to get a basic oil change? Why should I have to drop off my vehicle for a day when all I need is a straight-forward state inspection, tire rotation or battery replacement? Time is such a valuable commodity these days and our dependence on our vehicles is so deeply rooted ~ we are all seeking convenience and anything that saves us that valuable time!

Alex Deus acted on the feedback of his many customers when he opened Express Oil Change in April of this year. Today, this is a bustling and fully-operational destination in Coventry for all your basic and scheduled maintenance needs. Express Oil Change is an extension of next-door Diversified Auto Repair. Located laterally opposite this longstanding repair shop on the corner of South Main and Main Street (across the street from Dave’s Market), this new express “in and out” shop offers efficient, affordable, and professional service.

Express Oil Change services all vehicles and light trucks (no diesel vehicles please). Just pull in ~ no appointments are necessary ~ and you will be out in no time following an oil change, battery replacement, tire rotation/repair and/or state inspection.

When Deus opened this convenient shop, he hoped that both his loyal and new customers alike would experience his commitment to excellence as a business owner of nearly twenty years and as a technician of nearly thirty. Raised in Coventry

where he graduated from Coventry High School’s high regarded vocational program, Deus’s own training includes graduating the prestigious Ohio Auto/Diesel Tech Institute in Cleveland and years of dealership experience. Today, he runs Diversified Auto Repair and Express Oil Change with a full crew of talented technicians, all of whom participate in weekly trainings to refine and advance their skills.

For those who have been customers of Diversified Auto, they know that it is a full-service auto repair shop. Its reputation for superior workmanship, trustworthiness, professionalism, and

Auto Repair, is now OPEN for business ~ no appointment is

efficiency is indisputable. Their work includes everything from brake and suspension issues to A/C and exhaust work ~ and literally everything in between. Every service they provide is done with expertise, skill, and attention to detail.

And now, with the express service next door, there is nothing that Deus and his team can’t do!

Express Oil Change is now OPEN at 1160 Main Street in Coventry. Hours at the Express are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturdays, 8:00am to 2:00pm. No appointment is ever needed!

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Ar ts & Cr afts Fair

Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 9am-2pm Coventry VFW Hall 29 S. Main Street, Coventry, RI Shop a variety of handmade items from 25+ local artisans. Free admission & parking. Face painting, raffles & food available for purchase.

Contact Anna at (401) 378-0798 or email us at stocc.events@gmail.com for more information.

Express Oil Change, owned and operated by Alex Deus of Diversified

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Know Your Cover Price!

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

When it comes to collecting comics, most people concern themselves with first appearances, number one issues, and everything else that falls in the standard classification of a “key.” There has also been tremendous growth in modern age comics for cover variants and other limited-edition books that can achieve similar sales results to Golden and Silver Age gems. But far before the Marko Djurdjevic variant of Ultimate Fallout #4 became the top variant grail, Marvel was giving us variants four decades before then that most collectors still may not know about. In fact, these older variants even went under the radar of professional comic deal-

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ers and collectors alike until the late 1990’s.

An example of this is the 30 and 35 cent Marvel price variants. Between April and August of 1976, Marvel changed the original 25 cent cover price of 186 issues to 30 cents within six test markets to see how fans would react to a 5 cent price increase. These markets included Grand Rapids Michigan, Baltimore Maryland, San Antonio Texas, Albuquerque New Mexico, and several towns within Massachusetts. Fans didn’t freak out about the increase, so they repeated the process again between June and October of 1977 to raise prices from 30 cents to 35 cents. Due to the limited printing of these price variants, 35 cent indicia can take a common book typically worth $5.00 and make it $100.00 or more. The most valuable of price variants like this are the infamous Star Wars issue 1 35 cent variant, a book that in 9.4 condition recently sold this year for $50,400, compared to the average $500 sales price of a graded CGC 9.4 standard 30 cent issue. Same comic, same story, same cover, only difference is the tiny box

in the upper left-hand corner. You always want to check for those price variants, especially living in New England so close to Massachusetts!

Coming up on September 16th at Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers, we will be offering the Marvel Comics Collection of Troy Potter. A gentleman who avidly collected while also owning a comic shop of his own. In the process of handling his collection, over 500 books were submitted for grading to CGC, including an array of price variants!

Remember, if you are reading this and have a collection collecting dust, we are happy to take a look. You never know what you might have!

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This could be the time to try soothing whatever bad feelings might be lingering between or among colleagues, friends and family members. But be sure you do so without favoring any side.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An idea is only an idea until you put that clever Bovine mind to work to develop it from concept to substance. This could lead to something rewarding, both emotionally and monetarily.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This could be the time to try soothing whatever bad feelings might be lingering between or among colleagues, friends and family members. But be sure you do so without favoring any side.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The early part of the week could have disconcerting moments, but approaching them with a calm, unruffled attitude goes a long way toward helping things settle down nicely.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Getting used to change continues to mark much of the week. But accepting what you have to do makes adapting that much easier. A welcome visitor could turn up sooner than expected.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An idea is only an idea until you put that clever Bovine mind to work to develop it from concept to substance. This could lead to something rewarding, both emotionally and monetarily.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Learning how to live with a decision is a challenge, but one you Leos and Leonas could really enjoy. You’ll also be pleased to see your social life take the upsurge you’ve been hoping for.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Use your perceptive Virgo instinct to help you see the positive aspects of what, at first, appears to be a disappointment. You could find that it proves to be quite the contrary.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The early part of the week could have disconcerting moments, but approaching them with a calm, unruffled attitude goes a long way toward

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your ability to maintain a balance between sense and sentiment once again helps you sort through apparently conflicting choices and ultimately arrive at the right decision.

helping things settle down nicely.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Getting used to change continues to mark much of the week. But accepting what you have to do makes adapting that much easier. A welcome visitor could turn up sooner than expected.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Before you seek the advice of colleagues about a potential career move, you might be better off getting counsel from someone who won’t be affected by the choices you make.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) It can be a challenging week for some relationships if the normal give-and-take flow changes, with one side doing most of the giving and the other the taking.

LEO (July 23 to August 22)

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your ability to maintain a balance between sense and sentiment once again helps you sort through apparently conflicting choices and ultimately arrive at the right decision.

with it much anticipation, along with some anxiety. Take time to sort out your options as well as your emotional considerations.

AARP CHAPTER 2210 ATLANTIC CITY TRIP

AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a trip to Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City from November 7-9. The Tour includes 2 nights accommodations, 2 meal credits (up to $20 value each) & $20 slot play. Bus pickup from the Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 7AM, return time is approximately 6PM. Cost is $299/person (double occupancy), $279/person (triple occupancy) or $399/person (single occupancy). For more information call Maureen at 828-5188. Final payment due by September 21.

Learning how to live with a decision is a challenge, but one you Leos and Leonas could really enjoy. You’ll also be pleased to see your social life take the upsurge you’ve been hoping for.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A new opportunity could bring with it much anticipation, along with some anxiety. Take time to sort out your options as well as your emotional considerations.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Are you sure you have all the facts you need to let that matter move to another level? Don’t be rushed into a decision unless, and until, you feel like it’s the right thing to do.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Before you seek the advice of colleagues about a potential career move, you might be better off getting counsel from someone who won’t be affected by the choices you make.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Are you sure you have all the facts you need to let that matter move to another level? Don’t be rushed into a decision unless, and until, you feel like it’s the right thing to do.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Pace yourself as you prepare to take on a more demanding project. Be careful not to let your energy reserves drain away. Take time to relax with people close to you.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have the ability to see both sides of a situation. You would do well as a counselor or a judge.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Use your perceptive Virgo instinct to help you see the positive aspects of what, at first, appears to be a disappointment. You could find that it proves to be quite the contrary.

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SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) It can be a challenging week for some relationships if the normal give-and-take flow changes, with one side doing most of the giving and the other the taking.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A new opportunity could bring

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Pace yourself as you prepare to take on a more demanding project. Be careful not to let your energy reserves drain away. Take time to relax with people close to you.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have the ability to see both sides of a situation. You would do well as a counselor or a judge.

STEPPINGSTONE STONE RANCH PRESENTS WAVES OF GLORY

Stepping Stone Ranch, 201 Escoheag Hill Road in West Greenwich presents Waves of Glory III on September 9 from 10AM-8PM. Join them for this FREE outdoor, allday event filled with worship, guest speakers and more! Tickets are free but are required through Eventbrite. Visit inhisimageoutreach.org for more information.

CONCERT IN THE VALLEY

Moosup Valley Church, 81 Moosup Valley Road in Foster, will hold its annual concert fundraiser on September 16 from 12-5PM on the outdoor stage. $20 ìsuggested” donation includes food, drinks, dessert. Homemade baked goods for sale. Silent auction with theme baskets. Vendors with handmade jewelry, plants, books, prints by local artist Sarah Mutton, and more. Musicians: Jim Van Gieson, Lainey Dionne, Atwater/Donnelly, Cardboard Ox & Jesse Liam. For more info, contact Laurie at 401-623-0320. Proceeds benefit the Moosup Valley Congregational Church.

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.

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.

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(Never known to fail). O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the sea, help me and show me here in, you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). ere are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times.) Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days. You must publish it and it will be granted to you. Grateful anks. C.P.

By Lucie Winborne

• The dot over the lowercase versions of the letters i and j is known as a tittle.

• There are clocks to tell us the time, and then there’s the Shortlife clock, which tells us how long we have left to live. No, it’s not perfect, but it does estimate a person’s remaining longevity based on World Health Organization data.

• “The Lord of the Rings” movie trilogy was nominated for an astounding 800 awards, of which it received 475, making it the most-awarded series in cinema history.

• One of the most critical issues with AI is that even its creators can’t understand some of the decisions the software makes, or why.

• Do you like apples? Then you’ll likely appreciate the efforts of Tom Brown and his decades-long quest to track, collect and preserve forgotten varieties of the fruit. Brown has discovered more than 1,200 types, including some with rare flavors such as banana and pineapple.

• The Sinocyclocheilus longicornus fish, discovered in a remote cave system by Chinese scientists, has a unicorn-like horn.

• In 1924, Babe Ruth accidentally ran headlong into a concrete wall during a game between the New York Yankees and the Washington Senators, knocking himself out cold for a full five minutes. Upon regaining consciousness, he not only finished the game but scored two more hits and went on to play a second game afterward.

• More than 200 viruses can result in the common cold. Kerchoo!

• Camp Bonifas, near the Korean Demilitarized Zone, has a par-three, one-hole golf course on it that is surrounded on three sides by landmines. As one might well expect, it has been dubbed “The Most Dangerous Hole in Golf.”

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Thought for the Day: “Integrity is the only path where you will never get lost.” — Mike Maples Jr.