The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry, is seeking Cribbage Players for Thursdays at 1PM. If you want to learn, there is someone who can teach you on Fridays at 1PM. Call 822-9175 for more information.
WIDOWS/WIDOWERS SUPPORT GROUP
Church of the Apostles, 170 Fairview Ave., Coventry, hosts a support group for widows and widowers to meet and support one another, whether you have lost a loved one recently or some time ago. The group meets the second Saturday of each month at 11:30 a.m.
SALVATION PRAYER
Dear Heavenly Father I know that you love me even though I have broken your laws. I have heartfelt sorrow for my sins and I ask that you forgive my sins and direct my life. I believe Jesus shed his blood and died for my sins, was buried and was bodily raised to life on the third day. I ask Jesus to be my Savior and my Lord. I pray in the NAME of JESUS, Your Beloved Precious Eternal SON. Amen.
GETTING READY FOR KINDERGARTEN AT COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2025 are invited to attend this series of story times. The library will be counting down to kindergarten with stories, activities and crafts! Getting Ready for Kindergarten will meet monthly from January to June 2025 at 6 p.m., on the first Tuesday of the month. The first Getting Ready for Kindergarten story time will be on January 7 at 6 p.m. Registration is required. To register, please call Youth Services at 822-9102.
WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY HOMEBOUND OUTREACH SERVICES
The West Warwick Public Library offers free delivery of most Library materials to the homebound, free of charge. If you are either permanently or temporarily unable to come to the Library, and you are a resident of West Warwick, this program is for you. To sign up or for more information, contact Anne at 828-3750, Ext. 11 or email anne@wwlibrary.org
FREE NOTARY SERVICE AT COVENTRY LIBRARY
Free notary services are available at the Coventry Public Library. Proper governmental identification with a signature is required and all documents must be signed in the presence of the notary. Please call ahead to be sure the notary is available at 401-822-6200.
WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY COMMUNITY NEEDS PANTRY
The West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick has a free Community Needs Pantry set up near the front entrance. Please take what you need! If you would like to donate, leave what you can (non-perishables only please). The Pantry is in need of milk (all kinds), cereal, oatmeal, peanut butter & toilet paper. For more information, call 828-3750.
JOIN CUB SCOUT PACK 13, CENTREVILLE
Adventure is waiting! Build Yours. Join Cub Scout Pack 13, Centreville. We meet every Wednesday at 130 Legris Avenue, West Warwick. Please contact James Mclellan at 401-5235723 or jimmac54@cox.net Find us on Facebook, Pack 13 Centreville.
FREE ENGLISH TUTORING
Literacy Volunteers of Kent County is offering free English tutoring to individuals 18 and older. 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. All information exchanged remains confidential. For more information, please call or email Literacy Volunteers of Kent County (LVKC). 822-9103, lvkc@ coventrylibrary.org
COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY NOW OPEN SUNDAYS!
Need to use a computer or borrow a book, movie or audiobook… but it’s a Sunday?! Fall is officially here, and the Coventry Library is back to our regular hours, including being open on Sundays! Our regular hours are observed Labor Day through Memorial Day, and we are open: Monday-Thursday 9AM to 8PM; Friday-Saturday 9AM to 5PM; and Sunday from 12 to 4PM. Looking forward to seeing you!
Brunch Begins the New Year Right
The first official meal of 2025 should be memorable and flavorful. Chances are late night New Year’s Eve revelry will make breakfast a nonstarter, but a New Year’s Day brunch can hit the spot on January 1. When family members or guests rouse from their post-countdown slumbers, these brunch ideas and tips can kick off the new year with flavor.
Skip the mimosas
While it may be tempting to employ a little “hair of the dog” therapy to combat the ramifications of overindulgence from the evening prior, it is a better bet to skip any extra alcohol come the morning. Rather, serve plenty of hydrating refreshments, with water at the top of the list. For those who desire something with a little more zip, create a mocktail with fruit juice and sparkling water.
Make-ahead meals
Serving foods that can be made in advance cuts back on the amount of work that needs to be done in the late morning of New Year’s Day. Breakfast casseroles can be the way to go, as they pair many ingredients together and can be reheated. Fruit salads as well as homemade granola parfaits can be made in advance and then served during the brunch.
Consider bagels and breads
A platter of bagels, croissants and cinnamon rolls are easy to serve and might be a welcome way to fill the stomach. Paired with lox, cheeses and cold cuts, these carbohydrates can help complete the meal.
Sheet-pan options are easy
Brunch hosts and hostesses who choose to whip up foods during the brunch itself can employ some tactics to make the work easier. Crack eggs onto cheese-coated slices of thick bread and put under the broiler for perfectly cooked batch results.
Don’t forget the sweets
Muffins and sweet rolls can blur the lines between meal and dessert; otherwise, serve alternative make-ahead desserts that are relatively easy, such as pound cakes or cookies.
Set up the coffee bar
Chances are a little caffeine might be necessary to jump-start the day. Make coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and other warm beverages readily available with the accompanying creamers and flavorings so that brunch guests can customize their drinks.
New Year’s Day brunch kicks off the new year with food, family and friends.
Leave Nothing to Chance
WEST WARWICK FOOD CUPBOARD
The West Warwick Assistance Agency operates a food cupboard at 1293 Main Street serving all West Warwick residents living at or below three times the federal poverty level. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10AM-2PM, unless there is a town-wide parking ban in effect. We offer standard amounts of core groceries based on household size as well as self-serve selections of produce, bread and assorted other noncore grocery items we have on hand. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 828-0310, and no appointment is necessary to visit our facility.
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CHURCH OF WEST WARWICK HEAVENLY HEART FOOD PANTRY
First Baptist Church of West Warwick, 1613 Main Street, has their Heavenly Heart Food Pantry open to all from 11AM-2PM on the 1st Saturday of every month.
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 SENIOR CENTER WEDNESDAY BINGO
The Coventry Resource & 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.
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• It is possible to save a bit of money on car maintenance if you can’t change your own oil. Learn common add-ons you will be offered at oil and lube places. Air filters are surprisingly easy to replace on your own, and so are windshield wipers. Very often, the staff of auto-supply chains will lend you tools or even assist you right in the parking lot.
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West Warwick Public Schools is in need of in-person volunteer mentors for students in Grades K-12. The time commitment is 1 hour per week. Anybody who is interested in volunteering can call or email me, Dana Papitto, Mentor Coordinator, at: (401) 825-6530 or dpapitto@ww-ps.com
Celebrating the Epiphany Around the World
The holiday season is full of faith and celebration. Even though people may believe this important time begins at the start of December, for millions of Christians, the Twelve Days of Christmas begin with the birth of Baby Jesus on December 25 and continue through the Epiphany on January 6.
The Epiphany, also known as Three Kings Day, is a Christian feast day that “celebrates the revelation of God in His Son as human in Jesus Christ,” says The National Shrine of Saint Jude. The Epiphany is celebrated on January 6 each year and gets its name from the Greek word meaning “to reveal, or
manifestation,” a nod to the idea that this was the day Jesus was revealed to the world.
On the Epiphany, three Magi visited the Christ child to pay homage. The Magi followed a star to Bethlehem, having faith that the Child’s location would be accurate. The unlikely royal visitors bestowed gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. These herbs are typically used in burial ceremonies, and their offering may have potentially foreshadowed Jesus’ destiny.
According to Father Hezekias Carnazzo, a Melkite Catholic priest and founding executive director of
the Virginia-based Institute of Catholic Culture, the Feast of the Epiphany is one of the earliest feasts and actually predates the celebration of Christmas.
Although the Epiphany is an important date for Christians and many celebrate it, celebrants in Spain and Latin America consider it as important as Christmas Day. Within these nations Día de los Reyes (Three Kings Day) is a time for serving Rosca de Reyes, an oval-shaped treat that has a small doll inside to represent Baby Jesus. The figurine symbolizes the hiding of the infant Jesus from King Herod’s troops. Children also receive the majority of their gifts on
Three Kings Day. It is customary for kids to place their old shoes with a wish list on them for the Three Kings. On the morning of January 6, the shoes are filled with toys and gifts. The Epiphany is celebrated in various ways around the world. In the Czech Republic, people swim in the freezing cold Vltava River and men dress up as the Magi before riding camels through Prague’s city center. Three Kings Bread, similar to the Rosca de Reyes and called Dreikönigskuchen, is prepared and consumed in Germany and Switzerland.
Attract Winged Friends to Your Yard with the Right Bird Feeders
Birds are beautiful creatures that can make a lawn and garden feel even more serene. Providing snacks to supplement what birds naturally find in the wild guarantees up close and personal interactions with the scores of species that call neighborhoods home.
Bird feeders are particularly important in colder climates and during wintertime when food may be scarce. Keeping birds well fed helps them survive over winter and continue to repopulate in the spring.
Bird feeding isn’t all for the birds, either. Ashley Dayer, an associate professor in the Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation at Virginia Tech, argues that feeding birds also is a benefit to humans because it stimulates compassion for the animals.
The type of bird feeder a person places in the yard determines which species may be drawn to the property. The following are various types of feeders to consider.
Suet feeders
Suet cakes are high-energy food sources that attract birds like wood-
peckers and nuthatches. They are particularly beneficial in colder months or regions where birds need extra fat for energy. These cage-like feeders snap around the rectangular suet cake and hang from a pole or tree.
Ground feeder
Ground feeders are simple screen-bottomed trays that sit several inches off of the ground or on a deck to help keep seeds and grain from coming in contact with droppings. Ground feeders are a favorite of juncos, sparrows, goldfinches, and cardinals, among others.
Sugar water feeder
These feeders come in different shapes, from tubes to round dishes, and are magnets to hummingbirds. They typically have red coloring to be more attractive to those highspeed flyers.
Nyjer bird feeder
Small birds like goldfinches love to dine on nyjer seeds, which are tiny, black thistle seeds. These feeders are tube-shaped mesh socks designed to hold this specific seed. The small feeding ports prevent seed waste and cater to the small beaks of finches.
Hopper bird feeder
These are the feeders many people think of when they envision bird feeders. Hopper bird feeders hold a large amount of seed and often have a roof or a design that mimics a house or barn. The covered design helps to keep seeds dry and might be the best hanging feeder for people who live in areas with a lot of rain. Hoppers will attract blue jays, grackles, cardinals, and blackbirds.
Tube feeders
Tube feeders will attract an array of birds. They are cylindrical in shape with various ports to enable birds to perch and feed.
Window and smart bird feeders
These types of bird feeders attach to windows to allow homeowners to view the birds up close. Smart varieties have cameras on the feeders that will send a feed via an app to a smart phone or computer. Some even may identify the bird species on the feeder at any given point in time.
Bird feeders provide both enjoyment for bird watchers and nutritious food for various species.
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MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
The Marine Corps League will hold their meeting the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM at VFW Post 9404, 29 South Main Street, Coventry. Members join in camaraderie and fellowship for the purpose of preserving traditions and interests of the United States Marine Corps. For more information, call 265-1406.
You may be surprised at the variety of birds you can attract with the right kind of bird feeder. Colorful Northern Flickers (above) will frequent backyard suet feeders in Rhode Island all year long. (Photo by Jason Major)
Get Your Home Organized for the New Year
The dawn of a new year marks a convenient time to turn over a new leaf. Much attention is paid to individuals’ intentions to eat healthier and exercise more at the start of a new year, but those goals are not the only ways to embrace positive change come January.
A quick look around a home’s interior may lead some to conclude that their home environments could benefit from a little less clutter and some improved organization. A more organized home may be easier to navigate and can even have a positive impact on residents’ mental health. In fact, a 2021 study published in the journal Comprehensive Psychoneuroendocrinology found that women who cared for infants in cluttered homes experienced higher levels of physical stress than those whose homes were more organized. That study suggests an organized home is a less stressful environment, which itself can pay numerous dividends, as the Mayo Clinic notes chronic stress increases a person’s risk for various health problems, including anxiety, depression, digestive issues, heart disease, and weight gain, among others.
With so much to gain from an organized home, individuals can consider these strategies to make interior spaces around the house less cluttered.
• Avoid procrastinating. A weekly, if not daily, routine that involves cleaning up spaces like the kitchen and living room can ensure a home is not overtaken by clutter before residents even realize it. Each day, go through the mail and discard papers like grocery store circulars and junk mail so they don’t pile up. Parents of school-aged children can organize papers kids return home with each day so all that homework and event announcements does not create clutter.
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• Purchase an entryway shoe rack. It might seem simple, but an entryway shoe rack can set an organized tone in a home. Whether the primary entryway is through the front door or a side door, a shoe rack just inside the door can ensure shoes are not strewn about and reduces
the chances that floors are muddied.
• Consider furniture that doubles as storage. Many people utilize storage furniture so common spaces like living rooms are not overwhelmed by clutter. For example, a storage ottoman can hold blankets, pillows and other creature comforts so these rooms project a clutter-free vibe when not in use. Similarly, storage benches at the end of beds in each bedroom can help to establish a serene, clutter-free vibe, which can promote a better night’s sleep.
• Discard older items. Clutter can pile up when storage areas like
closets, dressers, nightstands, and home offices fill up with items people tend to accumulate over the years. For example, a linen closet can be overrun by bath towels that are rarely used, while nightstands can become junk drawers over the years. Periodically go through these areas and discard older items that are no longer used. These tasks won’t take long, but can free up ample space throughout the home.
These are just a handful of the many ways individuals can effectively organize their home interiors and reap all the rewards that such efforts produce.
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The average homeowner wants to save as much money as possible when renovating their home. Many think doing much of the work themselves is the easiest way to keep costs low. What some homeowners may not realize is that DIY can be costly and prove a big hassle in the long run. The following are some hidden costs of DIY and renovating in general.
Time
DIY projects are a major drain on free time. Homeowners taking the DIY route typically work on weekends or after work. Few people can take off and devote their undivided attention to a remodel like a contractor can. Time is a valuable
resource that is not renewable. Therefore, think of a DIY project in terms of what it would equal in lost wages. Because homeowners are not professionals, a DIY project may take double the time it would take a contractor. It may be worth it to simply hire it out.
Mistakes
Many resources are available to help DIY enthusiasts work on a project, but there are still tricks and techniques learned after years on the job. DIYers may damage their homes by taking shortcuts or not understanding how to do a job properly. A plumbing mistake, for example, may lead to flooding that damages another room in
the home. And such mistakes may not be covered by homeowners insurance policies.
Fines
Permits are required for many home improvement projects. Forgetting to obtain permits or not realizing one may be necessary could subject you to hefty fines and/or force the job to be redone so it’s up to code. Professionals likely know the rules regarding permits and often include the cost of acquiring permits in an estimate.
Remediation
It’s only after opening up walls or removing floors that you may discover issues you did not anticipate, such as termite damage or mold. These unforseen factors can drive up the overall costs of a project.
Disposal
Removing old building materials or gutting a room is part of many renovations. Chances are this refuse simply cannot be left at the curb for trash pickup. As a DIYer, you may not factor the costs for a dumpster or the time and money required to haul debris to a recycling or landfill center.
Tools
DIYers may have to purchase tools as they engage in new projects. These expenses can add up and negate the savings of doing some of the work yourself.
DIY projects may initially seem like a way to save money, but weekend warriors should calculate the hidden costs associated with DIY renovations before deciding to do some work on their own.
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(StatePoint) Radon—an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas found in homes and buildings at high levels throughout the United States— is the second leading cause of lung cancer, responsible for about 21,000 deaths each year, and the leading cause of lung cancer among people who don’t smoke.
The American Lung Association is partnering with Protect Environmental to educate and empower communities nationwide to take action to prevent lung cancer this January, which is National Radon Action Month, and throughout the year. As part of the campaign, they are answering some frequently asked questions about radon: What is radon? Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas emitted from the ground. Uranium in soil and rocks breaks down to form radium. As radium decays, radioactive particles (radon gas) are released into the air.
Why is radon found in buildings? Radon gas enters buildings through cracks in walls, basements, floors, foundations, and potentially, through water used
in showers and faucets, trapping it inside.
Why is radon harmful? Radon gas particles can be inhaled in your lungs, attacking cells with dangerous, cancer-causing radiation. Radon exposure has no immediate symptoms; however, the long-term threat of health problems, including lung cancer, is serious.
How is radon detected? The only way to know the radon level in your home and workplace is to conduct a radon test. Dangerous radon levels have been found in every state, so every building should be regularly tested. Testing is the first step in reducing risk of radon-induced lung cancer and is recommended every two to five years, even if you have a mitigation system. The Lung Association and Protect Environmental are offering free radon test kits to homeowners in select communities across the United States. Visit Lung.org/protect-environmental to learn more and check your eligibility for receiving a test kit.
What should I do if I detect high radon levels? Radon gas is
measured in picocuries per liter (pCi/L) of air. The Environmental Protection Agency recommends taking action to reduce radon if levels are 4.0 pCi/L or greater, and to consider similar actions when the radon level is between 2.0 and 4.0 pCi/L. If you discover high radon levels in your home, a radon mitigation system should be installed to reduce the amount of radon to a safer level. Just be sure you work with a professional who is certified in radon mitigation. Using unqualified professionals may lead to faulty installation, which can cause property damage and even increase indoor radon levels.
The American Lung Association’s campaign to raise awareness on the importance of radon testing is supported by Protect Environmental. For more information, visit Lung.org/protect-environmental.
“I’ve been to too many homes where no one knew to test for radon until someone in the home got the devastating diagnosis of lung cancer,” says Kyle Hoylman, chief executive officer of Protect Environmental. “Taking action to reduce radon through mitigation and regular testing is an investment in the lung health of everyone in the building and could be a lifesaving improvement.”
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TOPS MEETING
TOPS CHAPTER #38 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursday mornings at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 99 Pierce Street in East Greenwich (lower level). Weigh-in begins at 9:30AM, the meeting is from 10-11AM. Enter from the side parking lot, go down stairs to the kitchen area. All are welcome, as well as donations of canned goods. For more information, call Angela Henderson at 401-225-6174.
RI COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
If you are in need of food, you can call the RI Community Food Bank at 942-6325 or you can visit www.rifoodbank.org for a complete list of open pantries statewide.
‘Tis the Season to Recycle Your Christmas Tree to Improve River Habitats
PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is again partnering with the Rhode Island Chapter of Trout Unlimited (TU) for the ‘Trees for Trout’ habitat restoration program, which collects donated conifer Christmas trees to improve habitat for wild brook trout and other aquatic organisms. The public can drop off their Christmas trees at a collection event in the New Year.
WHAT: ‘Trees for Trout’ Christmas tree collection
WHEN: Saturday, January 4, 10 AM – 2 PM
WHERE: Arcadia Check Station
Wood River Arcadia Management Area
2224 Ten Rod Rd, Exeter
DEM and TU thank the public for their willingness to donate trees, which makes this program a success. Donors are urged to read the following information before dropping off trees:
• DEM is only accepting real trees, not fake ones or trees sprayed with fire-retardant chemicals.
• All decorations, tinsel, ornaments, lights, and the stand must be removed before the tree is brought in.
• Only whole conifers will be accepted, do not bring tree trimmings. Trees larger than 5’ tall are preferred.
• DEM will not accept large drop offs of surplus trees from businesses.
The Trees for Trout program was started by TU in 2018 to assist in restoration projects to fish habitats. During the summer months, DEM’s Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) staff, along with volunteers from TU, build “conifer revetments” where trees are strategically placed along riverbanks to provide stability and control erosion. The trees trap sediment, decompose, and gradually become part of the banks themselves. The tree branches offer protection for small native brook trout and other aquatic animals seeking a place to hide from predators.
Rivers are dynamic and constantly changing. In impaired stretches of rivers, channels often become wider than they should be and are absent of necessary habitat to support aquatic life. When banks erode, sediment is carried away by flows that fill in pools downstream. Conifer revetments act to stabilize eroding banks by slowing the flow of water and accumulating sediments. They also help narrow the river channel and confine the flow so that there is deeper water during low flows and more habitat for fish.
The public should never dispose of Christmas trees in waterways or beaches. Permitting is legally required to modify any waterway under the Freshwater Wetlands Act. For information on how to properly dispose of real Christmas trees, please visit the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation’s webpage at https://atoz.rirrc.org/items/real-christmas-trees.
For more information on DEM programs and initiatives, visit www.dem.ri.gov. Follow DEM on Facebook, Twitter/X (@RhodeIslandDEM), or Instagram (@rhodeisland.dem) for timely updates. Follow DFW on Facebook and Instagram (@ri.fishandwildlife) to stay up to date on news, events and volunteer opportunities.
roll, chocolate cookie. OPTION: Egg salad on wheat.
Mon. 1/6: Mushroom barley soup, marry-me chicken, roasted potatoes, mixed vegetables, roll, dessert. OPTION: Ham salad on rye
Tues. 1/7: Minestrone soup, pepper steak w/gravy, roasted carrots and broccoli, steamed white rice, roll, dessert. OPTION: Tossed salad w/chicken.
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The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux
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1500 Main Street, West Warwick, RI 02893
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The pages of the calendar will turn this week, announcing the beginning of a new year! 2025 has officially arrived, and with it comes new dreams, new hope, new aspirations, new goals. What are your goals for 2025? Perhaps you, like so many others, are seeking spiritual renewal, a chance to increase your faith, or an opportunity to make connections in a community of fellow believers.
If you are on this path, then you will feel welcome at The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux, an all-inclusive Catholic Church in West Warwick. When you come to this closeknit community, here is some of what you should expect:
One, you should expect to feel completely at home — man, woman, child. You are home when you are here.
Two, you should expect to see others just like you — gay,
straight, transgender, or any other way you identify. No one is excluded here.
Three, you should expect to see a volunteer clergy who receive no compensation for their dedication, service, and commitment to their congregation.
Four, you should expect to see women serving alongside their male counterparts as ordained Deacons, Ministers and even married Priests.
Five, you should expect to see divorcees partaking in all the rituals and blessings that their married and single friends enjoy.
Six, you should expect a welcoming hand, an outstretched arm, an embrace, and an invitation to return.
The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux is an independent Catholic Community that functions outside the jurisdiction of Rome. This is a faith
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community whose mission it is to reclaim those whose experiences have left them feeling marginalized by the traditional Catholic Church. The church is a haven for those whose lifestyles and relationships have often left them feel-
ing estranged, conflicted, and often unwanted.
Reverend Kathryn Mary Mainor-Goodness, the newly ordained and first woman priest at St. Therese’s, would say to those who feel left on the fringes of their faith —
come, you are a Child of God and you are welcome here. Come to be replenished, edified, supported, and uplifted in 2025, and every year.
The Chapel of St. Therese is located at 1500 Main Street in West Warwick. Services are held every Sunday at 10:30am. Feel free to call 401-680-9076 or visit their website at www. saintthereseocc.org for more information regarding everything happening in this vibrant community of faith and worship.
Make a visit to The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux, seen here during the Christmas season, this iconic church on Main Street in West Warwick. All are welcome here. All are accepted here.
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3 2nd St Craig, Glen J and Craig, Lois R Garafano, Kim and Garafano, Stacie L 12/12
3222 Flat River Rd Guindon, Robert R and Guindon, Lorraine M Brown, Christopher M 12/13
46 Hill Farm Camp Rd Lot 46 Robert J Higgins T and Higgins, Kevin R Leo, Sheila S and Shea, Michelle J 12/11
71 Club House Rd Tortolani, Laura E Correia, Paulo and Correia, Nelia
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118 Albert Ave Lot 118 Sampson, David K Anderson, Flora S
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139 Park View Blvd Kalinin, Vladimir A and Kalinin, Natalya Weng, Qin
118 Albert Ave Lot 118 Sampson, David K Anderson, Flora S
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120 Vallette St Frias, Massiel A Soto,
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20 Graham Way White Jr, Peter D and White, Sheri A Marzilli, Vanessa L and Belakonis, Jacob D
47 Bridge St Lot 7 Lovinsky, Linnea S and Lovinsky, James D Hsiao, Ho P and Wu, Kuan-Hui
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51 Somerset St Greene, William F Michele D Lipman RET and Lipman, Michele D 12/6
47 Bridge St Lot 7 Lovinsky, Linnea S and Lovinsky, James D Hsiao, Ho P and Wu, Kuan-Hui
75 Tipping Rock Dr Jennifer P Batista RET and Batista, Jennifer P Fortner, Justin and Fortner, Chelsey 12/9
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8 Maplewood Dr Murray, John and Heller, Lanie Chen, Liang and Li, Chunyang 12/6 $519,900
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205 Escoheag Hill Rd Charles S Cummiskey T and Cummiskey Jr, Charles S Cummiskey Jr, Charles S and Cummiskey, Charlotte J 12/13 $225,000
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19)
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Sharing the joys of the celebrations that mark this time with your loved ones can help reinforce your devotion to them. You’ll treasure the reactions you get in return.
Impatience with those who don’t keep up with you can cause resistance, which, in turn, can lead to more delays. It’s best to be helpful and supportive if you want good results.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A surprise announcement from a colleague could put you on the defense. Gather your facts and respond. You’ll soon find the situation shifting in your favor.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Enjoy the parties and pleasures of this week with families and friends. A holiday romance could take you well into the New Year -- and maybe beyond!
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The time spent away from a project pays off with a new awareness of options that you hadn’t considered before. Weigh them carefully before deciding which to choose.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your loved ones help make this week’s celebrations especially meaningful. Make time to do some serious thinking about the decisions that you’ll soon be facing.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Consider confronting a personal conflict while there’s still time to work things out. A delay can cause more problems. A longtime colleague might offer to mediate.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Some emerging matters could impede the Lion’s progress in completing an important project. Best advice: Deal with them now before they can create costly delays.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Love of home and family is reinforced during this last week of the year. This could be your chance to open up about secrets that you’ve held on to for far too long.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your aspect continues to favor an expanding vista. This could be a good time to make a career move, and taking an out-of-town job could be a good way to do it.
LIBRA (September 23 to October
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Enjoy this week’s special round of merriment with loved ones who adore you, whether you’re roaring with delight at a party or purring with affection at home.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22)
This last week of the year is a good time to assess what you’ve done and reassess how recent changes might affect your plans for the coming year.
22) Disruptive family disputes need to be settled so that everyone can move on. Avoid assuming this burden alone, though. Ask — no, demand help with this problem.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22)
Balance the festive aspects of this last week of the year with honest reflections about the relationships you truly value and those you think might have become irrelevant.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Patience is called for as you await word on an important workplace situation. A personal circumstance, however, could benefit by your taking immediate action.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Don’t lose confidence in yourself. Those doubters are likely to back off if you demand that they show solid proof as to why they think your ideas won’t work.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Celebrate the week’s festivities knowing that you’ll be able to invest what you’ve learned over the past year into opportunities that await you in 2025.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A temporary setback might cause some unsettling moments for the usually sure-footed Goat. But keep going! The path ahead gets easier as you move forward.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Share the merry moments of this week with the wonderful people who have loved you and encouraged you to realize your dreams.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There’s welcome news from the workplace. There could also be good news involving a relationship that has long held a special meaning for you.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) As this week of celebration moves into history, the sage Sea Goat takes their high place in the Zodiac to judge the past and face the future.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You still might need to cut some lingering ties to a situation that no longer has the appeal it once held. In the meantime, you can start to explore other opportunities.
BORN THIS WEEK: Your sense of what’s right can inspire others if you remember not to push too hard to make your case. Moderation works best for you.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Enjoy the last merry-making week of the year knowing that you’ve done well in 2024 and that you’re ready to confront the challenges of 2025!
When you ultimately emerge from the celebrations of this week, you’ll find yourself with many new friends whom you’ll take into the next year!
BORN THIS WEEK: You have a strong sense of self that makes people feel comfortable and confident in your presence.
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1. What two NFL teams combined for 79 points, 809 yards passing and 1,036 total yards in an epic AFC divisional playoff game in January 1982?
2. Name the defenseman who played 13 seasons in the NHL -- most notably with the Detroit Red Wings from 1986-94 -- until his death in an auto accident in May 1999.
3. Basketball Hall of Famer Denise Curry was a three-time All-American (1979-81) for what college team?
4. In 1979, CBS Sports “traded” NFL playby-play announcer Don Criqui to NBC in exchange for what sportscaster?
5. What American swimmer, winner of two gold medals at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, is the older sister of actor/ director Joanna Kerns (“Growing Pains”)?
6. On April 6, 1973, the New York Yankees’ Ron Blomberg made history by becoming the first player to do what in a regular-season Major League Baseball game?
7. What NASCAR driver was declared the unofficial winner of the first Daytona 500 in 1959, then had the result overturned three days later and wound up finishing second to Lee Petty?
Answers
1. The San Diego Chargers defeated the Miami Dolphins 41-38 in overtime.
2. Steve Chiasson.
3. UCLA.
4. Curt Gowdy.
5. Donna de Varona.
6. Bat as a designated hitter.
7. Johnny Beauchamp. (c) 2024 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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(R) -- The sequel to director Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” has finally arrived 24 years after the original film was released, but how will it hold up alongside its predecessor? Starring Paul Mescal (“Normal People”), Pedro Pascal (“The Last of Us”) and Denzel Washington (“The Equalizer 3”), the sequel picks up 16 years after the death of Marcus Aurelius, and Rome is thick with corruption due to its psychotic twin emperors Geta and Caracalla. But Lucius (Mescal), the long-lost imperial heir, lurks in the shadows under the name “Hanno” and coincidentally becomes a gladiator when his North African kingdom gets conquered by the Roman army. Most reviews were positive, but critics did sound off on its likeness to the first film, whose magic cannot be imitated or repeated. Out now to rent. (Amazon Prime Video)
(R) -- This short comedydrama film seems to be a hidden gem for the upcoming 2025 award season, with it already receiving four nominations for the Golden Globes. Directed, written by and starring Jesse Eisenberg (“Manodrome”), the film follows American-Jewish cousins David (Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) who embark on a trip to Poland to reconnect with their heritage. Throughout the trip, the two cousins’ personalities contrast completely as David assumes the honorable familyman role, while Benji is more freespirited and laid-back with his life. But
showing their complex love for each other against the backdrop of emotional moments in Jewish history makes for a very heartwarming watch indeed. Available to rent on Dec. 31. (Apple TV+)
“Anora” (R) -- From Sean Baker, director of “The Florida Project,” this comedy-drama recently won the Palme d’Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in May, and it’s also one to watch during the award season race. Mikey Madison (“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”) has received much praise for her performance as the titular character, a 23-year-old stripper living in Bright Beach, New York. During a night at work, Anora gets introduced to Vanya, the young son of a Russian oligarch, and he hires her to spend a week with him. The pair fly to Las Vegas with his entourage, where the two fall into a passionate love affair that seems everlasting. They marry, and just when Anora thinks she’s about to start her
“happily ever after,” Vanya’s parents make moves to get the marriage annulled. Out now to rent. (YouTube)
“Carry-On” (PG-13) -- This actionthriller out now starring Taron Egerton (“Blackbird”) and Jason Bateman (“Ozark”) is sure to keep you on your toes! Egerton plays Ethan, a TSA officer at Los Angeles International Airport who requests to work a shift on the baggage-scanning lane on Christmas Eve. In the middle of his shift, Ethan finds an earbud that he’s told to put on; through the earbud, a mercenary called the Traveler (Bateman) demands that Ethan let a dangerous carry-on suitcase through the scanning lane. Threatening Ethan’s pregnant girlfriend as blackmail, the Traveler gives him direct orders to follow, or else people will begin to die. But did he pick the right TSA agent? (Netflix) (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Mark Eydelshteyn, left, and Mikey Madison star in “Anora.”
