December 14, 2022

What’s Pocillovy?

1. What does the song title “Livin’ la Vida Loca” mean? Who sang it?

2. Who is Robert Thomas Velline and how did he get his start?

3. Which group wrote and released “Dance With Me”?

4. Who was the first to release “Some Guys Have All the Luck”?

5. Name the song that contains these lyrics: “Everybody sing, everybody dance. Lose yourself in wild romance. We’re going to party.”

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1. The title of Ricky Martin’s 1999 song means “Livin’ the Crazy Life.” The song took numerous noms, including Best Male Pop Vocal and Song of the Year, at the 2000 Grammys.

2. Bobby Vee. He (and some high school friends) filled in at the last minute on Feb. 3, 1959, when Ritchie Valens, Buddy Holly and The Big Bopper were killed in a plane crash on the way to the Iowa gig.

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3. Orleans, in 1975.

4. The Persuaders, in 1973. Rod Stewart followed with a cover in 1984.

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PHOTO CAPTION: Francois-Xavier Lalanne

often used animal motifs in his minimalist

5. “All Night Long (All Night)” by Lionel Richie in 1983. The alleged “African” lyrics in the song (such as “Tom bo li de say de moi ya”) are fake, made up by Richie, as he didn’t have anyone to write real ones.

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sculptures. His porcelain eggcup with a chicken’s head, wings and tail sold for $2,080 at Palm Beach Modern Auctions.

You’ve heard of philately (stamp collecting) and numismatics (collecting currency and medals), but what about pocillovy? Derived from the Latin words for “little cup” and “egg,” “pocillovy” is the word for collecting eggcups. Eggcups are said to have originated in France. King Louis XV (1715-1774) made them popular. Later, they made their way into Victorian dinner services, where nearly every type of food had its own specialized dish and utensils.

of the face are the words “A. Willard Boston.” e clock is wound with a key that raises two weights. It needs to be wound once a week and keeps pretty good time. Its gongs match each hour. Can you give us any information on this clock?

You’ve heard of philately (stamp collecting) and numismatics (collecting currency and medals), but what about pocillovy? Derived from the Latin words for “little cup” and “egg,” “pocillovy” is the word for collecting eggcups. Eggcups are said to have originated in France. King Louis XV (1715-1774) made them popular. Later, they made their way into Victorian dinner services, where nearly every type of food had its own specialized dish and utensils.

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What’s Pocillovy?

You’ve heard of philately (stamp collecting) and numismatics (collecting currency and medals), but what about pocillovy? Derived from the Latin words for “little cup” and “egg,” “pocillovy” is the word for collecting eggcups. Eggcups are said to have originated in France. King Louis XV (1715-1774) made them popular. Later, they made their way into Victorian dinner services, where nearly every type of food had its own specialized dish and utensils.

British manufacturers quickly real ized that these small ceramic cups would make excellent souvenirs, and people started collecting them.

British manufacturers quickly realized that these small ceramic cups would make excellent souvenirs, and people started collecting them.

British manufacturers quickly realized that these small ceramic cups would make excellent souvenirs, and people started collecting them.

This eggcup with a stylized chicken’s head, wings and tail, called “Coquetier Poule,” sold for $2,080 at Palm Beach Modern Auctions in Florida. It was designed by Francois-Xavier Lalanne, a 20th-century French sculptor, whose designs were often made to look like animals. His playful, modernist style is seen in the plain white color and stylized features of the eggcup.

This eggcup with a stylized chicken’s head, wings and tail, called “Coquetier Poule,” sold for $2,080 at Palm Beach Modern Auctions in Florida. It was designed by Francois-Xavier Lalanne, a 20th-century French sculptor, whose designs were often made to look like animals. His playful, modernist style is seen in the plain white color and stylized features of the eggcup. *

clocks and tall case clocks. ey sell at auctions for a few hundred to several thousand dollars. If you’re thinking of selling your clock, you should contact an auction house that sells grandfather clocks or a shop that sells expensive clocks. e rotating dial with scenes adds extra value, so your clock should sell for a high price.

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TIP: Tradition says the best place in a home for a grandfather clock is where it can be seen as soon as you enter the house.

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clock. Aaron, the maker of your clock, made hundreds of banjo clocks, shelf clocks and tall case clocks. They sell at auctions for a few hundred to several thousand dollars. If you’re thinking of selling your clock, you should contact an auction house that sells grandfather clocks or a shop that sells expensive clocks. The rotating dial with scenes adds extra value, so your clock should sell for a high price.

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is eggcup with a stylized chicken’s head, wings and tail, called “Coquetier Poule,” sold for $2,080 at Palm Beach Modern Auctions in Florida. It was designed by Francois-Xavier Lalanne, a 20th-century French sculptor, whose designs were o en made to look like animals. His playful, modernist style is seen in the plain white color and stylized features of the eggcup.

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20 years ago, my wife and I inherited a grandfather clock. It’s about 7 1/2 feet tall. Part of the upper face of the clock rotates around with different scenes as the time ticks off. At the very top of the face are the words “A. Willard Boston.” The clock is wound with a key that raises two weights. It needs to be wound once a week and keeps pretty good time. Its gongs match each hour. Can you give us any information on this clock?

Q: About 20 years ago, my wife and I inherited a grandfather clock. It’s about 7 1/2 feet tall. Part of the upper face of the clock rotates around with di erent scenes as the time ticks o . At the very top

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20 years ago, my wife and I inherited a grandfather clock. It’s about 7 1/2 feet tall. Part of the upper face of the clock rotates around with different scenes as the time ticks off. At the very top of the face are the words “A. Willard Boston.” The clock is wound with a key that raises two weights. It needs to be wound once a week and keeps pretty good time. Its gongs match each hour. Can you give us any information on this clock?

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generations of the Willard family made clocks. Benjamin Willard learned how to make clocks and opened a workshop on his farm in Massachusetts in the 1740s, where his four sons, Benjamin Jr., Simon, Aaron and Ephraim, learned clockmaking. The three older brothers opened shops in Boston: Benjamin Jr. in 1770, Aaron in 1785 and Simon in 1788. Simon was the most well-known and patented several inventions, including the banjo

clock. Aaron, the maker of your clock, made hundreds of banjo clocks, shelf clocks and tall case clocks. They sell at auctions for a few hundred to several thousand dollars. If you’re thinking of selling your clock, you should contact an auction house that sells grandfather clocks or a shop that sells expensive clocks. The rotating dial with scenes adds extra value, so your clock should sell for a high price.

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TIP: Tradition says the best place in a home for a grandfather clock is where it can be seen as soon as you enter the house.

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Christmas ornament, snowman, holding black raven on shoulder, plush mohair, black metal saucepan hat, ear button marked Stei , Germany, original box, 8 inches, $100.

Trunk, wood, domed hinged lid, iron straps, side handles and lock, original green paint, marked on inside, Martin Fischer, 1868, 24 x 33 inches, $330.

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TIP: Tradition says the best place in a home for a grandfather clock is where it can be seen as soon as you enter the house.

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Royal Copenhagen platter, Flora Danica pattern, botanical design, gilt notched rim, marked & numbered, c. 1965, 16 x 12 1/4 inches, $2,125.

the Willard family made clocks. Benjamin Willard learned how to make clocks and opened a workshop on his farm in Massachusetts in the 1740s, where his four sons, Benjamin Jr., Simon, Aaron and Ephraim, learned clockmaking. e three older brothers opened shops in Boston: Benjamin Jr. in 1770, Aaron in 1785 and Simon in 1788. Simon was the most well-known and patented several inventions, including the banjo clock. Aaron, the maker of your clock, made hundreds of banjo clocks, shelf

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Christmas ornament, snowman, holding black raven on shoulder, plush mohair, black metal saucepan hat, ear button marked Steiff, Germany, original box, 8 inches, $100.

Trunk, wood, domed hinged lid, iron straps, side handles and lock, original green paint, marked on inside, Martin Fischer, 1868, 24 x 33 inches, $330.

Royal Copenhagen platter, Flora Danica pattern, botanical design, gilt notched rim, marked & numbered, c. 1965, 16 x 12 1/4 inches, $2,125.

For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www. Kovels.com

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Christmas ornament, snowman, holding black raven on shoulder, plush mohair, black metal saucepan hat, ear button marked Steiff, Germany, original box, 8 inches, $100.

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Trunk, wood, domed hinged lid, iron straps, side handles and lock, original green paint, marked on inside, Martin Fischer, 1868, 24 x 33 inches, $330.

For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com © 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

Royal Copenhagen platter, Flora Danica pattern, botanical design, gilt notched rim, marked & numbered, c. 1965, 16 x 12 1/4 inches, $2,125. For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com

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generations of the Willard family made clocks.

Benjamin Willard learned how to make clocks and opened a workshop on his farm in Massachusetts in the 1740s, where his four sons, Benjamin Jr., Simon, Aaron and Ephraim, learned clockmaking. The three older brothers opened shops in Boston: Benjamin Jr. in 1770, Aaron in 1785 and Simon in 1788. Simon was the most well-known and patented several inventions, including the banjo

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Lalanne often

animal motifs

Francois-Xavier Lalanne often used animal motifs in his minimalist sculptures. His porcelain eggcup with a chicken’s head, wings and tail sold for $2,080 at Palm Beach Modern Auctions.

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by Kevin Leger

(NAPS)—When it comes to taking care of cars, all those countless “do it yourself” videos make it all seem so straightforward and easy. So, too many people take matters into their own hands, only to realize a er they’ve taken everything apart, only a trusted mechanic can x the problem.

As cars are becoming more advanced, it’s important to visit your automotive repair shop for professional car care. Here’s a list of seemingly simple but actually complex repairs you shouldn’t try at home.

Simple Maintenance and Repairs:

• Brake Fluid Flush: Without proper equipment, home mechanics will not be able to get all the old brake uid out of the system. Car owners might accidentally put power steering uid in the brake uid reservoir, potentially causing a complete failure of the entire braking system, requiring thousands of dollars to repair.

• Coolant Flush: Similarly, without proper chemicals and equipment, car owners can’t remove built-up residue and deposits, leaving behind old coolant. Additionally, home mechanics might not know the correct mix of antifreeze and water, causing the system to be at the incorrect freezing or boiling point. Car owners might also put ordinary tap water in the system, causing excessive corrosion.

• Fuel Injector Cleaning: Most products sold in auto parts stores are meant to be added to the gas tank and do not provide proper cleaning. A professional auto repair team, such as the ones at Meineke, will clean the carbon deposits from the throttle body and intake/exhaust valves, improving engine performance and fuel economy.

Moderately Complex Repairs: • Brakes: Few things are more alarming than brake failure. In fact, brake maintenance may be the most important service in terms of safety. A good brake job doesn’t just require resurfacing rotors and drums but also properly oiling key components to avoid excessive wear and noise. And failure to tighten all bolts can result

in unexpected brake failure if they loosen. With the complexity of the modern car, it’s better to visit a shop that is equipped with the special tools and diagnostic equipment needed for maintaining your brakes.

• Suspension Work: Vehicle suspension systems are complex and many components have signi cant spring tension. A professional will make sure spring tension is properly secured, limiting the possibility of serious damage to your vehicle.

• Battery Replacement in Hybrid or Electric Vehicles: Not only could an incorrect replacement cause engine or drive train damage that could cost thousands to repair, disposal of the old batteries may also be an environmental hazard.

• Air Conditioning Systems: Attempting to recharge a system using cans of refrigerant available at auto parts stores could overcharge it, leading to catastrophic failure and costing thousands to x. Additionally, refrigerant could leak into the atmosphere, contributing to environmental issues.

Where To Get Help

Whether a vehicle needs seemingly simple maintenance or moderately complex repairs, car owners should visit an automotive repair shop for professional car care. And with the recent chip crisis a ecting the supply of new cars at dealerships, technicians at car care centers such as Meineke can help prevent further damage and extend the life of your car.

• Mr. Leger owns a Meineke Car Care Center in Louisville, Kentucky.

Vehicles today are too complex for most drivers to do their own repairs. Fortunately, there are plenty of professionals at Meineke Car Care Centers in Louisville and around Kentucky who can help. Learn more, including where to nd nearby shops, at www. meineke.com.

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Easygoing Spice Blend Is Great for Goodies and Gifting

Here’s a quick recipe for easy homemade gingerbread spice mix, the perfect addition to your holiday repertoire. If pumpkin spice is the flavor of autumn, then gingerbread spice has to be the spice blend of winter. The ingredients are similar, but the balance of the spices yields a completely different result.

Gingerbread spice can replace cinnamon in most recipes and is wonderful added to hot chocolate, coffee or chai tea. If nothing else, sprinkle it with sugar on hot buttered toast.

GINGERBREAD SPICE BLEND

Yield: 1/3 cup Total Time: 5 minutes

2 tablespoons cinnamon

2 tablespoons ground ginger

1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice

1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon finely ground pepper

Blend all ingredients together. Store in an airtight container. Please note this stuff is potent! Th-thth-th that’s all folks!

Now, what do we do with all this holiday goodness?

GINGERBREAD CREAM CHEESE

Yield:1 1/2 cups Total Time: 5 minutes

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup chopped pecans

1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries

2 tablespoons crystallized ginger

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon gingerbread spice

With a hand mixer, soften cream cheese until fluffy then add remaining ingredients, mixing until incorporated. Schmear on bagels.

SHORTCUT GINGERBREAD SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES

Yield: 16 cookies

Total Time: 30 minutes

1 (16.5 ounce) tube refrigerated sugar cookie dough

1/3 cup molasses

1/4 cup flour

1/4 cup crystallized ginger, diced

2 teaspoons gingerbread spice

Mix cookie dough with molasses, flour, ginger and gingerbread spice.

Roll tablespoonful-size balls of dough in cinnamon and place 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets.

Bake at 350 F for 16 to 18 minutes or until set around the edges.

2 tablespoons granulated sugar + more for topping

2 teaspoons gingerbread spice

Preheat oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pulse gingersnap cookies, butter, cocoa powder, ginger, sugar and gingerbread spice in a food processor to make a paste. Unfold a sheet of puff pastry and spread the paste on the opened sheet. Fold the two opposite sides of the pastry in to meet in the middle, then fold into the middle again. Sprinkle generously with sugar. Slice crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces. Bake 12 to 14 minutes (pictured).

GINGERBREAD MONKEY BREAD

Yield: 12 servings Total Time: 1 hour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon gingerbread spice 2 (7.5 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits 1 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup butter

Preheat oven to 350 F degrees. Spray a 12-cup Bundt pan with cooking spray.

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GINGERBREAD PALMIERS

Yield: 36 cookies

Total Time: 45 minutes

1 sheet from a (17.3) ounce package

frozen puff pastry, thawed

2 gingersnap cookies, the cheap ones

1/4 cup diced butter

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tablespoons crystallized ginger, diced

Mix granulated sugar and gingerbread spice in a zip-top bag. Take refrigerated biscuits, separate biscuits, and cut each into quarters. Place in bag and shake to coat. Arrange biscuits in pan. In a small bowl, melt brown sugar with butter and pour over biscuit pieces. Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Cool for 10 minutes, turn upside down onto serving plate and serve warm. ***

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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Rhode Island Energy: Providing Help When You Need It Most

With energy prices climbing across the nation, including here at home, we want to provide you with tools to help manage your energy bills this winter. At Rhode Island Energy, we’re committed to making it as easy as possible to get the help you need, when you need it.

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by Brianne Deerwester, Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI)

(NAPSI)—Statistics show that the incidence of home res and electrical accidents typically increases during the winter holiday season. To combat this, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is launching its annual holiday safety campaign by providing tips to help consumers prevent household res and accidents caused by improper cooking, heating, and holiday decorating practices.

\“According to the National Fire Protection Association, 860 home res are caused by holiday decorations, while an additional 210 home res are caused by Christmas trees per year,” said ESFI President Brett Brenner. “Taking preventative measures when cooking, heating, and decorating can help prevent res while you enjoy this festive time of year.” e organization’s website, holidaysafety.org, o ers a variety of free-to-share resources that can be shared with your family, your workplace, and throughout your community. Follow

these steps to help ensure your safety during the winter holidays:

Decorating Safety

• Twenty- ve percent of holiday res are caused by electrical decorations. Never leave these on while sleeping or away from home.

• When purchasing a live tree, check for freshness and be sure to water your tree daily until it’s properly disposed of.

•Never leave an open ame, including the replace or candles, unattended.• Keep young children and pets away from holiday lights, electrical decorations, and extension cords to prevent injuries.

• Use electrical decorations and lights only for their labeled purpose, indoor or outdoor. Don’t use indoor decorations outside, as water and electricity should never mix.

• Keep all decorations three feet away from heat sources.• Carefully inspect decorations before use. Cracked or frayed sockets, loose or bare wires, and loose connections may cause a shock or start a re.

• Use only electrical decorations and lights that have been approved for safe use by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.

• Avoid plugging too many decorations into a single outlet. Overloaded outlets can overheat and cause res.

• Ensure cords are not pinched in doors, windows, under heavy furniture, or rugs that could damage the cord and cause a re.

• Always unplug decorations using the gripping area. Pulling on the cord could damage the wire and present a shock or re hazard.

Heating Safety

• Replace worn or old heating pads and electric blankets. Look for dark, charred, or frayed spots or cracked or frayed electric cords.

• Do not allow anything on top of a heating pad or electric blanket when it is in use. It may cause the device to overheat.

• Keep anything that can burn at least three feet from heat sources.

• Never leave a space heater unattended. Turn o when leaving a room or sleeping.

• Never plug a space heater into an extension cord or power strip, as this could cause the cords to overheat and cause a re.

• Never use a cooking stove to heat your home or dry clothes.

• Place space heaters on level, at surfaces on the ground.

• Have a quali ed service pro-

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Cooking Safety

• Keep anything that can catch re away from your stove top.

• Always unplug countertop appliances when not in use.

• Double-check that everything is o when you nish cooking.

• Prevent res by keeping your oven and stove top clean of grease and dust.

• Never leave the kitchen while cooking.

• Never cook while tired, drinking alcohol, or taking medication that makes you drowsy.

• Never disable a smoke alarm while cooking.

• Children should be closely supervised and kept at least three feet away from all cooking appliances.

• –Keep anything that can catch re away from your stove top.

• On Dec. 24, 1945, a fire destroyed the home of George and Jennie Sodder and their nine children in Fayetteville, West Virginia. While their parents and four other siblings escaped, no sign of the remaining five children has ever been found, despite decades-long publicity and numerous investigations by both law enforcement and amateur sleuths.

• On Dec. 22, 1956, a baby western gorilla named Colo debuted on the world stage at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio, where she would spend her entire life, becoming the first-ever gorilla born in captivity. Upon her death in 2017, she was also the oldest known gorilla in the world.

• On Dec. 20, 1957, Elvis Presley received his Army draft notice while spending the holiday season at his newly purchased mansion, Graceland. Distraught fans sent thousands of letters to the Army asking for him to be spared, but Elvis himself had no hesitation about entering, though he did receive a deferment that allowed him to finish work on the movie “King Creole.”

• On Dec. 21, 2006, rebel monks at the centuries-old Esphigmenou Monastery in Thessaloniki, Greece, took up crowbars and fire extinguishers to repel church-appointed monks with sledgehammers attempting to break in. The rebels vehemently opposed efforts by the Orthodox church to improve relations with the Vatican.

• On Dec. 25, 2013, military defense forces discovered a professionally designed but incomplete 40-meter tunnel connecting Hong King to China that included rail tracks, hanging lamps, ventilators and a small transport cart. Authorities believed the tunnel, which cost an estimated $494,000, was created with the intention of smuggling goods into Hong Kong to avoid tariffs.

fessional inspect your heating system annually.• Install and maintain smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

use a space heater or appliance with a damaged cord.

• On Dec. 23, 1672, Italian astronomer, mathematician and engineer Giovanni Domenico Cassini discovered Rhea (originally christened Sidera Lodoicea), the second-largest of Saturn’s 62 moons. In 2010, a spacecraft named for Cassini would detect a thin oxygen atmosphere around it — the first such known outside planet Earth.

A grand entryway simply wouldn't be complete without an impressive front door. A front door can dazzle guests and create a homeowner's desired vibe before anyone even steps inside, which only underscores how important the choice of door style can be. When shopping around for a new front door for their homes, homeowners can consider the many popular styles as they seek to choose one that ts an existing scheme or use a new front door as a springboard to a redesigned home interior.

· Farmhouse: Farmhouse doors are not all one and the same. Traditional farmhouse doors provide a rustic look that's become popular in home decor over the last decade or so. Modern farmhouse doors are a little less rustic because they incorporate more contemporary elements into their design. Each option is ideal for homeowners who aspire to create a farmhouse vibe in their home interiors and exteriors.

]· Modern: Modern front doors tend to boast a bold look and many are made up of large glass panels. Some

homeowners prefer modern front doors because the glass in them allows lots of natural light into their home's interior. e added light in the entryway appeals to homeowners who want to brighten up these spaces, which tend to be dark in homes with more traditional doors.

· Traditional: Traditional front doors may be the most recognizable to today's homeowners. O en solid wood but sometimes enhanced with glass, traditional doors may feature subtle, yet ornate designs. Traditional front doors might feel out of place in modern or rustic homes, so they're generally best suited to homes with owners that prefer more traditional decor inside their homes.

· Custom: It's important that homeowners recognize they need not pigeonhole themselves into a particular design style for their front doors. Custom front doors may be costly, but many door manufacturers or contractors customize front doors. Custom doors may suit homeowners' with unique ideas about decor, and some can even mimic other popular styles while still featuring subtle di erences. For example, homeowners can request an arched double door that, while unique, features many of the same qualities that characterize traditional doors, including ornate designs.

A front door can greatly in uence the rst impression people get of a home. at makes it worth homeowners' time and e ort to explore the many di erent front door styles now available.

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What To Ask To help, here are three important questions to ask potential contractors so you can nd the right resource in a challenging environment:

1.“Do I need to meet with you in person to get a quote?”

Contractors have followed the same manual transaction processes for decades. But home visits with pad-andpaper estimating is outdated, especially with digital-savvy homeowners.

Today, roo ng, fencing and even siding companies can provide a preliminary quote without sending representatives to your house. Satellite measurements and a quick phone call are all you need to understand basic pricing and inventory availability for shingles, siding or lumber. Digital sales platforms help homeowners quickly compare contractors and reduce the time to get multiple estimates.

2.“How soon can you start?” How quickly a contractor can begin depends on pricing and availability of labor and

materials. Be wary of contractors who o er services for unbelievably low prices—it’s safer to pay more for a premium, professional job than take a gamble on a risky contractor.  Top contractors will prepare a digital estimate, taking current pricing into account. Using dynamic tools, your contractor should be able to make real-time changes to estimates and contracts to show how the materials selected will in uence the schedule and cost. Similarly, such contractors will have access to real-time inventory via a mobile device so you can choose products, such as shingles, that are actually available, reducing delays.

3.“How do you handle changes?”

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Don't you notice the change in the air that comes only this time of year?

e Christmas season is like no other, and nowhere is it more special than in the Pawtuxet Valley.

Not only from the perspective of the holiday lights and decorations everywhere, including the spectacular presentation at the home of Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi, but also from the common conversations that we have with friends and strangers throughout the Valley. It just seems like those conversations are a little more friendly and a little more engaging and polite.

Growing up in the Arctic section of West Warwick, I could not have asked for a better childhood, lled with Christmas memories that some of you might remember, or at least cause you to recall some of your own memories of Warwick.

A few that stand out are:

• Sidewalk Santa on his perch on Washington Street in Arctic welcoming throes of shoppers that clogged Arctic from Town Hall to Kostyla’s gas

station.

• Going to Veterans Square Diner for the best “tourtier” (pork pie) in the country, but of course hearing Jules, Sammy and Dicky swear that they’ll never make them again because it was “too much work!”

• Laughing at the drunks fresh from their stool at the bar standing in the back of the church and belting out the Christmas hymns at midnight mass.

• Going to the Donut Kettle with the hope of having a holiday sip of whiskey in the kitchen with Dotsy Proulx and your dad.

• Visiting Memere and Pepe re’s house in Coventry and getting twenty- ve cents every time you brought Uncle Henry a fresh beer.

• Seeing all the streets and houses lit up with decorations and noticing people happy to see each other, seemingly for the rst time.

• Volunteering for one of the many community organizations that brough holiday dinners and toys to the kids from

disadvantaged families.

• And driving through town on Christmas morning to see the dreamlike serenity that was cast over the village and wondering why the holiday spirit couldn’t last year-round.

Unfortunately, most of the places and sadly too many of our relatives and friends are gone.

But every year we are blessed with new memories of events that bring us back in time, or at least relish that fact that some of our traditions and values have endured, like the time last year when I was sitting at the bar at the Cowesett Inn and having a grand old holiday time with holiday-regulars that seem to pop in every Christmas.

While talking to a nice middle-aged couple next to me and explaining the history of West Warwick (they didn’t know and I didn’t tell them that I was a former West Warwick Mayor) and its important relationship with Warwick, having been part of Warwick until Patrick Quinn and the boys led a successful drive to form their own Town and of course their own government in 1913, I turned around to say hi to someone who tapped me on the back.

When I looked back to continue the conversation with the couple, I saw that their food had arrived and then what happened was the best Christmas event that I could ever imagine.

e couple bowed, joined hands, and said a so prayer of thanks to the Lord. at moment will forever be embedded in my Christ-

mas thoughts.

A simple act of forgotten grace that is no longer common in our world.

It’s a simple reminder that Christmas is not about places or food or decorations, but about family, faith and community.

It’s a season so powerful and important that it is celebrated all over the world

Not just in Christian countries but in countries that you would least expect.

As a frequent traveler to the Middle East, it was heartwarming to see their malls and stores decorated with Christmas splendor.

In their religion, Christ is still celebrated as an important prophet. ey also respect our beliefs.

I am proud to have been raised in the “Valley”, where immigrant families came to provide a better life for the children.

Our history is alive with stories of the Italians, Irish, French-Canadian and Portuguese families, among others, working in the mills along the Pawtuxet River to the unmistakable clicks and hum o he warping machines.

We have so much to be thankful for.

From the Levesque family home in Buttonwoods to yours, a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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(NAPSI)—While the holiday season is generally a time of joy and celebration, military families can o en experience a very di erent range of emotions. Active service members and veterans returning home for the holidays might struggle to participate in family gatherings or even nd the season particularly distressing. And, for the families of those service members who do not return, the holidays can be an agonizing reminder of a loved one’s absence.

In the spirit of the season, honoring the sacri ce of all men and women who proudly served in our armed forces through charitable giving can make a big di erence. Children of Fallen Patriots, a foundation that honors the sacri ces of fallen military heroes by helping ensure the success of their children through college education, has outlined several ways

that showcase how charitable giving ensures strong futures.

Support Veteran-Serving Organizations

Tens of thousands of non-pro ts exist in the United States dedicated to serving veterans and their families. With so many di erent veteran-serving organizations in the States, it’s crucial to ensure donations are doing the most good for heroes in need.

A good way to evaluate an organization is to use Charity Navigator, a renowned nonpro t evaluation site.

e site rates charities on the cost-effectiveness and overall health of their programs on a four-star scale, evaluating their measures of stability, eciency, and sustainability.

Care for Military Families in Need Service members sel essly put their own lives on the line to ensure

better lives for all Americans, but their families sacri ce much as well. While many organizations o er support directly to veterans, the family back home can get lost in the shu e.  Children of Fallen Patriots provides college scholarships and educational counseling to military children who lost a parent in the line of duty. Studies show that almost 25,000 children have lost a parent in the line of duty over the last 35 years. A college education is a signi cant nancial burden, and the majority of surviving military spouses make less than $50,000 annually.

Since 2002, Children of Fallen Patriots has provided over $61 million in support to over 2,700 children, including over 1,300 graduates. Additionally, the Gold Star family-focused nonpro t earned a perfect rating from Charity Navigator—an accomplishment less than 1% of the 200,000 rated charities have earned.

“ e best way to honor the sacrice of our service members is to ensure better futures for their children,” said David Kim, co-founder and CEO of Children of Fallen Patriots. “A college education is the single most important gi we can give to the children of our fallen heroes, especially during the holiday season—a particularly di cult and stressful time for Gold Star families.”

Generosity Goes Beyond e Wallet

Making a donation is one of the easiest ways to support veteran-serving organizations, but plenty of options exist.

More and more people give their time by coordinating fundraising events, such as bake sales and 5k runs. ey also spread the word on social media so the country’s veteran community is supported and speak up about the issues that adversely a ect them.

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Calculating Required Minimum Distributions from

Plans to Change in 2022

H. Massey

As the year comes to an end and we celebrate with our family and friends, it’s important to ensure that you have complied with any Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from your IRA or retirement plan. Failing to take out the RMD can result in a 50% penalty! That is not a typo, 50%! Read on for more important changes.

The IRS has issued new Life Expectancy Tables for 2022. (IRS, 2021) Every individual subject to annual Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) will be affected. Whether someone is taking lifetime RMDs from their own IRA or taking RMDs on an inherited account, the RMD calculation will change. While most custodians will automatically implement the new tables and make the necessary adjustments internally, it is important for advisors, IRA owners and plan participants to understand the mechanics of these changes. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the account owner to take out the proper Required Minimum Distribution.

After more than a year of waiting, the finalized [Life Expectancy] tables finally went into effect on January 1, 2022.

The Three Tables, despite the recent drop in overall life expectancy due to the pandemic, on average and over time, life expectancies have increased. Due to this increase, the IRS believed it was time to update the existing tables, which have been in effect for two decades. Note that the new tables do not reflect drastic changes. The boost in life expectancy factors range from no change for the oldest Americans up to an increase of 2.2 years for a newborn. Nevertheless, these slight

alterations to the tables will result in somewhat smaller RMDs for just about everyone.

All three RMD life expectancy tables were revised: (IRS, 2021)

1. Uniform Lifetime Table: Used to calculate lifetime RMDs for an account owner’s own IRA or retirement plan.

2. Joint (and Last Survivor) Life Expectancy Table: Used instead of the Uniform Lifetime Table when a spouse is the sole IRA or plan beneficiary, and that spouse is more than 10 years younger than the IRA owner or plan participant.

3. Single Life Expectancy Table: Under the SECURE Act, only used to calculate post-death RMDs for “eligible designated beneficiaries” (i.e., surviving spouse; minor child of the account owner/participant; chronically ill or disabled individual; those beneficiaries who are not more than 10 years younger than the owner/ participant). The Single Life Expectancy Table is also used if an IRA owner dies after the required beginning date (RBD) (April 1 of the year following the year the IRA owner turns age 72) without naming a living beneficiary, i.e., the “ghost rule.” Additionally, this table is used to calculate annual RMDs from inherited IRAs for beneficiaries who inherited prior to the SECURE Act in 2020.

The Single Life Table is never used by IRA owners or plan participants to calculate lifetime required distributions. The new tables may also be used to calculate 72(t) periodic payments. Under the Internal Revenue Code 72(t) an individual is allowed to withdraw money from pretax accounts prior to the age of 59 and ½ without the 10% early withdrawal penalty. The payments must stay in place for a minimum of 5 years or until the individual becomes 59 ½, whichever is longer. These payments can be calculated in different ways, annuitization, amortization and required minimum distribution, from this chart. It is important to work

with an advisor that has experience calculating these payments.

The easiest change to implement is for those account owners taking lifetime RMDs based on the Uniform Lifetime Table. The Uniform Lifetime Table is a “recalculating” table. This means that each year a person will go back to the table to find his age and corresponding life expectancy factor. This new factor is then divided into the December 31 account balance from the previous year to compute the RMD. Since those individuals using the Uniform Lifetime Table are recalculating every year, identifying the appropriate number is straightforward; just go to the chart based on your age as of December 31st of the RMD year.

The former RMD age rule was your first year of distribution was based on your age 70 and 1/2, now it is the year you turn 72. Congress finally dropped off the ½ year.

Those individuals That had, or will have, their 72nd birthday in 2022 will have their first RMD due for 2022. However, the first RMD is permitted to be delayed until April 1 of the following year. Any first-time RMD taker who delays the initial RMD to the following year must take two RMDs in that following year. (IRS, 2021)

As always, I recommend that you work with an experienced financial advisor when dealing with your retirement

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ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE AT GENERAL NATHANAEL GREENE HOMESTEAD

The General Nathanael Greene Homestead, 50 Taft Street, Coventry will hold their annual Christmas Open House on December 17 & 18 from 10AM-3PM. Join them for shopping in the Gift Shop and from Big Bear Trading Co., local historian & author Robert Geake will be signing his books, and plenty of live music from Lurgio & Cook as well as The Seven Mile Road Baptist Choir. Proceeds to benefit needed maintenance at the Homestead.

NARCONON

Drug overdoses have become the leading cause of accidental death in the Unites States with heroin & other opiates being the largest contributor. If your loved one is struggling with drug abuse of any kind, now is the time to get them the help they need. If you believe one of your loved ones is abusing drugs, learn how you can make a difference by visiting narcononnewliferetreat.org/drug-rehab

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP)

Have trouble paying your heating bill? The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps income eligible families pay their heating bills. The HEAP is a Primary Grant that is sent directly to your utility company or fuel provider, and it will be credited on your bill. You don’t need to have an unpaid bill, you can either rent or own your home, and must meet current gross income guidelines. Please call 732-4660, Ext. 175 for more information.

RICE CITY CHURCH HOLIDAY SERVICES

Rice City Church, the First Christian Church of Coventry, invites you to a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on December 24 at 6PM. All are welcome. The Church is located at 63 Vaughn Hollow Road, Greene.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY COAT DISTRIBUTION

The St. Vincent de Paul Society will hold a coat distribution on December 17 from 8AM-12PM in the school cafeteria at SS John & James Church, 20 Washington Street, West Warwick.

ADOPT A FAMILY FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Would you like to make someone’s holiday a little brighter? Or are you finding yourself in need of some assistance? ‘Tis the Season assists Coventry & West Greenwich families who need a little help. You, your family, your business or organization might consider the “Adopt a Family” Program. Please call 822-9178 for more information if you would like to request assistance or if you would like to donate.

“OH, MANN, IT’S CHRISTMAS!”

AT SUMMIT BAPTIST CHURCH

Summit Baptist Church, 1176 Victory Highway (Rte. 102), Greene, is hosting “Oh Mann, It’s Christmas!” on December 18 at 3PM. This musical Christmas Celebration is in memory of beloved Evelyn Hopkins Mann. There will be a free will offering. Refreshments to follow.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT GEN. NATHANAEL GREENE HOMESTEAD

The Gen. Nathanael Greene Homestead in Coventry is looking for individuals interested in becoming Tour Guides for the season. The Homestead, also known as “Spell Hall”, was built by Nathanael Greene in 1770 and has been authentically restored as a Museum dedicated to his memory. Tour Guides will learn about Gen. Greene, his family, and life in the 18th Century. Experience is not necessary. All information will be provided and scheduling is flexible. For more information, please email nathanaelgreenehmst@gmail.com Visit us at nathanaelgreenehomestead. org

PAINE HOUSE MUSEUM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

Paine House needs your help. Volunteers needed to preserve local history. Looking for folks interested in research, computers, photography, gardening & yard work, fund raising, etc. If interested, call Bob at 439-7513 for more information.

PASSPORT APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED AT THE WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY

The West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick is accepting Passport Applications (DS-11 Forms only) on behalf of the US Dept. of State. Please contact Information Services at 828-3750, Ext. 1 or email ref@wwpl. org to schedule an appointment or for more information. For even more information, you can call 1-577-487-2778 or visit travel.state.gov

YELLOW HORSE EQUINE ASSISTED ACTIVITIES & THERAPY PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

In partnership with the unique attributes of the horse, Yellow Horse facilitates social, emotional and behavioral growth and learning to children, adults, families and the community through equine assisted activities and therapy programs. We are looking for volunteers to join our Yellow Horse family. Horse experience is not necessary; just a positive attitude and desire to participate! Free training provided. Ages 15 and Up. Located at 40 Collins Road in Ashaway. For more information visit www. yellow-horse-equine.com or email volunteer@yellowhorseri.com

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF KENT COUNTY OFFERS ENGLISH LESSONS

Learn to speak, read & write English. Enroll in Literacy Volunteers of Kent County’s free learning program. In just a few hours per week, you can improve your English skills in speaking, reading and writing. You will be paired with a Tutor who will instruct you, one-on-one according to your individual needs. Lessons are scheduled at your convenience and all information exchanged remains confidential. Please call 8229103 or email lvkc@coventrylibrary.org for more information.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: CAKE PANS

The Coventry Public Library has a collection of cake and cookie pans that are available to borrow! Bake cakes in fun shapes and borrow our decorating tools to make them look extra special! Cake pans check out for three weeks with no holds and 2 renewals. Cake pans are fine free!†For more information, visit the Circulation Desk or call 822-9100 and press 1.

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.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS...

Coventry Library will host a family magic show with one of New England’s funniest magicians, Tommy James on December 28 at 11AM. Along with a real live bunny, Tommy will present a rollercoaster ride of magic entertainment that will have children of all ages belly-laughing for the entire show. This program is for children ages 4-11. Registration is required and begins on December 7. Please call Youth Services at 822-9102 to register.

COVENTRY CARES

COMMUNITY CARE CLINIC NURSE HOURS

The Coventry Cares Community Care Clinic Nurses Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 8:30AM-12:30PM with Nurse Jane or Nurse Carolyn. The Clinic is set up at the Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry.

ZUMBA FITNESS CLASSES

AT COVENTRY RESOURCE & SENIOR CENTER

The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry is offering Zumba Fitness Classes on Tuesdays from 11:15AM-12:15PM. Join them for some fun, easy to follow, low impact dance moves. Cost is $3 per class. Call 822-9175 to register.

SEEKING MUSICIANS

Are you 55 or over? Play harmonica, guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele or any other instrument? We need you! Senior volunteer band plays gigs at Senior Centers, Nursing Homes, etc. Call David 368-6895 or Roger (nights) 397-5157.

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

ONGOING FOOD D RIVE 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.

COVENTRY SENIOR CENTER WEDNESDAY BINGO

The Coventry Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry, will once again hold Bingo on Wednesdays from 1:30-4PM. The cost is $6 for 8 games. Please note that prizes have gone up as well as adding an additional Special & Quickie. You must be 18 years or older to play.

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 828-3090 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

Holiday lights are now everywhere come the holiday season. Private homeowners tend to hang the holiday lights outside their homes around anksgiving weekend and keep them up through New Year’s Day. ough it might seem like a tradition without a deep history, decorating a Christmas tree with electric lights can be traced all the way back to the nineteenth century. In 1882, Edward Johnson, who was a friend and colleague of the man who invented light bulbs, omas Edison, replaced candles, which had traditionally been used to brie y light Christmas trees, with light bulbs. But at the time of Johnson’s innovation, the high cost and relative infancy of light bulbs ensured the idea did not catch on. And though United States President Grover

Cleveland used electric lights to illuminate a Christmas tree in the White House in 1895, it would be another eight years before General Electric would begin selling Christmas light kits. ose kits cost $12 in 1903, which equates to several hundred dollars today. e rst outdoor Christmas light shows started to become popular in the 1920s, and this is the same time when commercial sales of Christmas lights picked up. In the 1960s, GE’s decision to begin manufacturing Christmas lights overseas helped reduce the price of outdoor lights even further, thus paving the way for the tradition of decorating home exteriors with string lights during the holiday season to take a rm hold. And that tradition remains wildly popular today.

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Wed. 12/14

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Fri. 12/16

Mon. 12/19

Tues. 12/20

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Beef noodle soup, stuffed chicken with broccoli & cheese with gravy, seasoned sliced potatoes, mixed vegetables, wheat bread, apricot half. Sandwich: Shrimp salad on wheat.

Happy Birthday. Chicken soup with Anci de Pepe, French meat pie with ketchup, seasoned spinach, oatmeal bread, frosted cupcake. Sandwich: Egg salad on oatmeal.

Christmas Dinner. Pasta fagioli, stuffed chicken with gravy, red bliss mashed potatoes, green beans Almondine, wheat bread, coffee cake. Sandwich: Seafood salad on wheat.

Split pea soup, baked ham with pineapple, sweet potatoes, Winter blend vegetables, wheat bread, pudding . Sandwich: Tuna on wheat. 100% grape juice, turkey chili with cheese, corn bread, tossed salad with dressing, rye bread, fruit cocktail. Sandwich: Corned beef and cheese on rye.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Restless Rams and Ewes might want to let others finish a current project while they start something new. But if you do, you could risk losing out on a future opportunity.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Restless Rams and Ewes might want to let others nish a current project while they start something new. But if you do, you could risk losing out on a future opportunity.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The Bovine’s creative forces start revving up as you plan for the upcoming holidays. Some practical aspects also emerge, especially where money is involved.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) e Bovine's creative forces start revving up as you plan for the upcoming holidays. Some practical aspects also emerge, especially where money is involved.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Moments of doubt disrupt your otherwise clear sense of purpose. Don’t ignore them. They could be telling you not to rush into anything until you know more about it.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A planned trip might have to be delayed. Plan to use this new free time to update your skills and your resume so you’ll be ready when a new job opportunity opens.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Moments of doubt disrupt your otherwise clear sense of purpose. Don't ignore them. ey could be telling you not to rush into anything until you know more about it.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A flood of holiday party bids from business contacts allows you to mix work and pleasure. Your knowledge, plus your Leonine charm, wins you a new slew of admirers.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An unexpected act by a colleague complicates an agreement, causing delays in implementing it. Check out the motive for this move: It’s not what you might suspect.

A planned trip might have to be delayed. Plan to use this new free time to update your skills and your resume so you'll be ready when a new job opportunity opens.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A ood of holiday party bids from business contacts allows you to mix work and pleasure. Your knowledge, plus your Leonine charm, wins you a new slew of admirers.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An unexpected act by a colleague complicates an agreement, causing delays in implementing it. Check out the motive for this move: It's not what you might suspect.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might want to

cut ties with an ingrate who seems to have forgotten your past generosity. But there might be a reason for this behavior that you should be in the know about. Ask.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might want to cut ties with an ingrate who seems to have forgotten your past generosity. But there might be a reason for this behavior that you should be in the know about. Ask.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Be careful not to set things in stone. Much could happen over the next several days that will make you rethink some decisions, and maybe change them.

W. WARWICK SENIOR CENTER 145 WASHINGTON ST., WEST WARWICK RESERVATIONS CALL: 822-4450

Wed. 12/14

Thurs. 12/15

DONATION $3.00

Tomato and cuke salad, hot dog on roll, potato salad, baked beans, dessert. Option: Seafood salad sandwich.

Italian Wedding soup, stuffed chicken breast with gravy, mashed potato, green bean casserole, holiday dessert.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Be careful not to set things in stone. Much could happen over the next several days that will make you rethink some decisions, and maybe change them.

Fri. 12/16

Mon. 12/19

White beans over bread, chicken Scarpariello with sausage and potatoes, zucchini with carrots, dessert. Option: Meatball sandwich.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your plans to help provide holiday cheer for the less fortunate inspire others to follow your generous example. Expect welcome news by week’s end.

Chicken soup, Sloppy Joe, coleslaw, orzo pasta with veggies, dessert. Option: Spinach salad.

Tues. 12/20

Birthday Lunch. Tomato soup, bread chicken with gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, birthday cake. Option: Egg salad on wheat.

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SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your plans to help provide holiday cheer for the less fortunate inspire others to follow your generous example. Expect welcome news by week's end.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You’re in your glory as you start planning for the holiday season ahead. But leave time to deal with a problem that needs a quick and fair resolution.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) The upcoming holiday season provides a perfect setting for strengthening relationships with kin and others. A new contact has important information.

Come Shop from our local hometown cra ers and authors. We’ll have something for everyone on your Christmas list. Saturday, December 17th at 11am, musical guest Greg Junic will be playing his Irish pipe for our listening pleasure.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You're in your glory as you start planning for the holiday season ahead. But leave time to deal with a problem that needs a quick and fair resolution.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Instead of fretting over a cutting remark by a co-worker, chalk it up to an outburst of envy of your wellrespected status among both your colleagues and superiors.

BORN THIS WEEK: You instinctively know when to be serious and when to be humorous — attributes everyone finds endearing.

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AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) e upcoming holiday season provides a perfect setting for strengthening relationships with kin and others. A new contact has important information.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Instead of fretting over a cutting remark by a co-worker, chalk it up to an outburst of envy of your well-respected status among both your colleagues and superiors.

BORN THIS WEEK: You instinctively know when to be serious and when to be humorous -- attributes everyone nds endearing. (c)

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DAYS OF OUR LIVES

Eric found himself going into a downward spiral. Kristen tried to make inroads with Brady. Leo stirred up some drama for Sonny and Will. Alex misread a situation between Stephanie and Chad. Chanel made an unpleasant discovery at Sweet Bits. Eric and Paulina ended up in jail together. EJ had a surprising offer for Nicole. Johnny was tempted to tell Gabi the truth. Jada confided in Rafe. Eric hired Sloan to be his lawyer. Johnny comforted a distraught Chanel. Abe was pressured to step down as mayor.

EJ received an unexpected visitor. Eric and Nicole had it out. Gabi made a request to Wendy. Stefan questioned Li about Johnny and Wendy’s trip to Jakarta. Chad talked to Sonny about his feelings for Stephanie. Wait to See: Alex and Stephanie get romantic. Xander is trapped when Justin insists on helping him. Bonnie struggles to deal with the trauma caused by her kidnapping.

GENERAL HOSPITAL

Michael and Willow had a frank discussion. Britt shared her plans with Austin. Robert and Laura put their heads together. Valentin pressed Felicia for information. Sonny pressured Dex. Elizabeth called Esme’s bluff. Ava advised Trina. Spencer received a gift. Alexis sought out Curtis. Jordan received an invitation. Cody opened up to Dante. Terry sensed something was off with Britt. Victor delivered a surprise. Finn

questioned Nikolas. Felicia received some worrisome news. Sonny issued a threat. Martin created a diversion. Finn pleaded with Liz. Nikolas was put on the spot. Ava visited Ryan. Sonny put Dex on notice. Wait to See: Nina tries to make inroads with Josslyn. Finn is shocked by what he sees. Spencer jumps to the wrong conclusion.

THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS

Victor demanded answers from Chance. Diane invited danger into the Abbott home. Nick made a shocking discovery. Daniel kept a secret. Billy lifted Chelsea’s spirits. Sally felt backed into a corner. Jack gave Phyllis an ultimatum. Audra seduced Noah. Tucker revealed an alliance. Victor took measures to protect Nikki. Nick tested Summer. Kyle lost patience with Ashley’s vendetta against Diane. Wait to See: Jack calls Jeremy Stark’s bluff. Chance makes a bold move. Nate has a change of heart.

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Prayer to the BLESSED VIRGIN (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.

e Miracle Prayer

Dear Heart of Jesus: In the past, I have asked many favors. is time, I ask you this very special one. Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your father sees it. en, in your merciful eyes, it will become your favor, not mine.

Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and your favor will be granted no matter how impossible. ank you also to the Divine Mercy.

Rosie

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