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Saturday, March 22 (Rain Date: March 23) 9am–1pm Guy L. Lefebvre Community Center, 1277 Main Street PLUS, enjoy a Touch-a-Truck experience and food trucks to make it a fun day for the whole family! Get ready to spring clean and SELL! Register today to be a part of the yard sale at coventryrecreation.com

Saturday, April 5 (Rain Date: April 6) 12:00pm–1:30pm Coventry Town Hall Annex (1675 Flat River Road) Free parking at RAS and the Town Hall Annex Come enjoy this community event that includes: Free pictures with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt (over 7,000 eggs!), face painting, food trucks & Cookie Chow, and a trackless train offering continuous rides (for a small fee).

Egg Hunt: Ages 2-3: 12:30pm Ages 4-6: 12:40pm Ages 7-9: 12:50pm Ages 10-12: 1:00pm

ST. FRANCIS EPISCOPAL CHURCH CORNED BEEF DINNER

St. Francis Episcopal Church will hold its Corned Beef Dinner on Saturday, March 15, at 6 p.m., in the church at 132 Peckham Lane, Coventry. Adults $17; Children $8; 5-years and under free. To make reservations, call Cindy at 397-4337.

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 thru June 2025 at 6 p.m., on the first Tuesday of the month. Registration is required. To register, please call Youth Services at 822-9102.

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AARP CHAPTER 2210 TRIP TO 9/11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM

AARP Chapter 2210 is sponsoring a trip to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum w/Lunch, Monday, May 12. Begin with a moving visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, then to the vibrant restaurant, Margaritaville Times Square, to enjoy lunch in a tropical-themed paradise. Sit back and relax on a luxury motor coach operated by DATTCO Coach & Tour. Pick up at 7 a.m. from Park & Ride, Hopkins Hill Rd. (Exit 19 off I-95), West Greenwich. Approximate return: 7:30 p.m. $159/person. Final payment due: Monday, April 14. Contact: Maureen Murphy 401-828-5188 or Anne Brien 401-263-4274.

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CRIBBAGE PLAYERS WANTED

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.

ONGOING FOOD DRIVE TO BENEFIT VETERANS

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

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!

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AARP CHAPTER 2210 CAPE COD CANAL CRUISE &LUNCH

AARP Chapter 2210 is sponsoring a Cape Cod Canal Cruise & Lunch, Thursday, June 19. Experience the engineering marvel of the Cape Cod Canal aboard our 3-hour scenic cruise. Enjoy live commentary highlighting the region’s landmarks, including the Massachusetts Maritime Academy, the vertical lift railroad bridge and the historic Grey Gables Estate. Included is an elegant luncheon at the renowned Dan’l Webster Inn, where history meets culinary excellence. Sit back and relax on a luxury motor coach operated by DATTCO Coach & Tour. Pick up at 8 a.m. from Park & Ride, Hopkins Hill Rd. (Exit 19 off I-95), West Greenwich. Approximate return: 5:15 p.m. $129/person. Final payment due: Thursday, May 22. Contact: Maureen Murphy 401-828-5188 or Anne Brien 401-263-4274.

COVENTRY DROPS

YARDMAN SNOWBLOWER: 24" Electric start. Excellent running condition. $350.00. 401-474-6878.

FREE WOOD PALLETS

ON-GOING SUPPLY – You pick up. Side of building at 64 Hope Avenue, Hope.

WANTED: Antiques and collectibles. Moving or just cleaning out?

We pay more for your old jewelry, glassware, furniture, pottery, clocks, paintings, military items, crocks, post cards, cameras, photos, old coins, etc. For prompt and courteous service call Bill, 821-0381.

TAX PREPARATION:

Personal and Sole Proprietor Business by David Gagnon. Over 30 years’ experience. Honest & dependable. Pick-up & delivery service available, as well as online & via USPS. Call or text 401215-5970.

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STEEL SNOWPLOW 7.5’. Like new, with LED lights on top. $3800. 474-6878.

COINS! LOCAL COIN COLLECTOR looking to buy some coins or call me, and I can give you an idea of what your coins are worth. 60-Year Coventry resident. My house, your house or Library. A Collector, not a Dealer. Call Mark, 401-556-4703.

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USE OUR FAX SERVICE to send or receive documents... it’s fast, easy, and affordable. Great for sending Insurance Forms, Mortgage Documents, Unemployment Forms, Time Sheets and any paperwork that needs to be received fast. Cost to send: S3 for 1st page, $l each additional page (+tax). Cost to receive: $.75/page (+ tax). The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. Phone 8212216, Fax 732-3110.

We could all use a little good news to brighten our day... Have you witnessed a “Random Act of Kindness” lately? “The Reminder” would love to hear about it. Please submit your entry in writing and we will print them anonymously on a space available basis. Please mail your “Random Acts of Kindness” (with contact information) to The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Avenue, Warwick RI 02889 or email your submission to mail@rireminder.com

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

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

George M. Cohan was born in Providence in 1878. He wrote, “I’m a Yankee Doodle Dandy,” “You’re a Grand Old Flag,” and a wide variety of other well-known music.

• “Stainless steel appliances are very popular, and in the kitchen, they get plenty of chances to get fingerprinted up. My appliance guy recommended using a light-mist, wax-based aerosol dusting spray once or twice a week to keep my stainless steel appliance fronts looking their best.” — R.C. in North Carolina

In the closet, we all want to pare away unused items, but sometimes it seems like you wear clothes that you don’t. Turn all the clothes hangers the opposite way (facing out instead of in). When you use an item and it is returned to the closet, replace the hanger normally. In a few months, if an item has not been worn, it’ll be apparent. If it’s not likely to be worn, it should go.

• Spring is a wonderful time to clean the walls inside your house. It clears away hidden dust and really freshens a room. Clean painted walls by dusting them first with a dry mop, then washing with a rag dampened in water. If you need a little extra oomph — say, in the kitchen or bath — add a couple drops of mild dish soap.

• 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.

• New drapes or even new pillow covers in a fabulous pattern can really jazz up a room. Consider switching smaller furniture accents between common rooms or a fresh furniture arrangement to change it up.

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• Got bug bites? Try these for some relief from the itching of insect bites: apple cider vinegar; a paste of baking soda and water, allowed to dry on the bite; a similar paste of meat tenderizer and water; or antiperspirant. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. © 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

• Keep a bottle of club soda handy for spot stains on carpets or upholstery. It’s good for more than just drinks

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.

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.

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.

NORTH ROAD TERRACE TENANTS ASSOC. ARTS & CRAFTS, BAKE SALE & RAFFLES

The Coventry Housing North Road Terrace Tenants Association (NRT) holding their Arts & Crafts, Bake Sale and Raffles event on Saturday, April 12, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at NRT, 30 Mulhearn Drive, Coventry. This event is open to the public. NTR is also looking for vendors. Vendor tables are $25.00 each. NRT is requesting that each vendor donate one item for the raffles. Deadline for table reservations is Tuesday, April 1. To reserve a table, please makes checks payable to NRT or North Road Terrace. Mail checks to: Geraldine Lane, Treasurer, 8108 Mulhearn Drive, Coventry, RI 02816. For more detailed information contact: Colleen 401-996-0191.

SIGN UP FOR IMPORTANT TOWN INFORMATION ALERTS

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

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.

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. 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

5 Easy Steps to Create Your Homebuying Budget

(StatePoint) One of the most important steps to take while house hunting is to create an intentional budget that accounts for both upfront costs and recurring expenses. Doing so will help you find a home that meets both your lifestyle needs and financial situation. Here’s how:

1. Assess What You Can Afford:

A common way to generally estimate the price range of a home you can afford is to multiply your annual gross income (what you earn before taxes) by three to five, according to Fidelity. Understand that mortgage rates will have a big impact too. Lower rates can substantially increase your purchasing power. Lenders set an interest rate for each person based on several factors, such as credit score. A higher credit score could mean a lower interest rate or better loan term.

2. Account for Upfront Costs: When budgeting, account for these one-time upfront costs you’ll pay after your offer is accepted:

The down payment: This is typically between 5% and 20% of the home’s purchase price. However, qualified borrowers can put down as little as 3% with options such as Freddie Mac’s Home Possible or HomeOne mortgages. Both require private mortgage insurance, which is an additional expense to consider.

Earnest money deposit:

Earnest money, also known as a good faith deposit, amounts to approximately 1%–2% of the

purchase price of the home and is a sum you submit with your offer to show the seller you’re serious. During closing, the amount you pay in earnest money can be applied toward your down payment or closing costs.

Home inspection: The home inspection, which will be your responsibility, typically costs between $300 and $450, according to recent estimates from Rocket Mortgage, and will tell you about the home and its potential issues. Your realtor should be able to recommend several well-qualified inspectors.

Closing costs: Closing costs are what you will pay to the people representing your purchase, such as your lender and real estate agent. Also known as settlement fees, closing costs typically amount to 2% to 5% of

the purchase price, and you may be able to roll them into your loan. Work with your lender to find the approach that best fits your financial situation.

Moving expenses: Whether you hire professional movers or DIY your move, online resources such as Realtor.com’s moving cost calculator can help you estimate potential costs. When hiring movers, get quotes to ensure you are getting a fair price and to avoid moving fraud.

3. Plan for Ongoing Expenses: Once you’re in the home, you’ll be responsible for making monthly payments. These may include your mortgage principal, interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance, private mortgage insurance, escrow payments and homeowners association

fees. Most lenders agree that you should spend no more than 30% of your gross monthly income on these expenses, though this number will depend on your financial situation. You’ll also need to save for regular maintenance expenses, such as appliance upkeep.

4. Leave Room for Flexibility: Be sure to factor in savings for repairs or replacements of bigticket items, such as your roof or HVAC system. Such flexibility in your budget can also help you weather financial emergencies, such as job loss, illness and other unexpected circumstances.

5. Use Tools to Guide Your Decision: To help you answer the critical question of how much home you can afford, use Freddie Mac’s home affordability calculator found at myhome.freddiemac. com. This free online resource also offers a wealth of essential information to guide you at every stage of your home journey.

As you hunt for the home of your dreams, stay prepared and informed. One essential aspect of doing so is to set a realistic budget that accounts for the true costs of homeownership.

Home Improvement

Outdoor living spaces have become sought-after commodities among homeowners. A 2022 survey of homeowners conducted by the New Home Trends Institute found that open yards are less appealing to home buyers than they once were. The survey noted that just 28 percent of respondents chose open yards, while 65 percent preferred patios and 55 percent chose decks. Green spaces remain popular, but the survey indicates that many would-be home buyers also want an outdoor living area to make the most of their home exteriors.

space. Of course, decks can be as big as homeowners choose, which can make the spaces more multi-functional.

• Recognize both may be in your best interest. Homeowners also should know that many outdoor living spaces feature both a deck and a paver patio. Homeowners may like an elevated deck that steps down to a patio, which can easily distinguish between the spaces and establish the area as a multifunctional space.

Homeowners aspiring to transform their home exterior spaces typically must decide between a deck or pavers when the time comes to plan such areas. That’s a personal choice homeowners must make, but those without strong feelings on either option can consider these tips as they try to decide if a deck or pavers are for them.

• Determine your budget. Budget is a notable variable with any home renovation project, and the addition of an outdoor living space is no exception. The materials homeowners choose will ultimately determine the cost

of each project. For example, composite decking materials tend to cost significantly more than wood decks, but that higher price tag also comes with less maintenance and typically a longer life span. Pavers may prove less expensive than composite decking, but those cost savings may be negligible if a yard requires extensive excavation to prepare an area for a new patio. It requires patience, but gathering estimates of the various materials can serve as a good starting point when planning an outdoor living space. In addition, homeowners must recognize that material costs can fluctuate considerably over time, as such prices are often contingent on a range of variables, including supply chain issues. So it’s best to gather estimates in a short period of time to make the most accurate price comparisons.

• Identify your vision for the space. Homeowners who have a vision for their outdoor living space, even if they are not sure about which material they prefer, may find the process goes more quickly and even more smoothly than those who are unsure about what they want. Those who prefer a flexible multi-use space may be best going with pavers, as the spaces can be easily converted and areas simply designated as one might differentiate between rooms inside the home. For example, an outdoor living room can be separated with the installation of a pavillion and fireplace, while kitchen and dining areas can be separate spaces on the same patio. Decks tend to be less flexible, which might make them ideal for homeowners who prefer an outdoor dining area but don’t need a more expansive entertaining

Homeowners planning outdoor living space projects may find themselves choosing between a deck and pavers. Each option can work, and homeowners may even want to combine the two.

Home Improvement

Homeowners make many notable decisions when designing their home interiors, with some choices proving more bold than others. The decision to decorate with neutral colors might not be the boldest move homeowners can make, but there are numerous reasons to stay neutral with a color scheme.

• Versatility: Neutral colors afford homeowners endless opportunities to play around with textures, patterns, furnishings, and more. For example, a neutral color on a living room wall can ensure a boldly colored couch or chair won’t contrast with its surroundings. In fact, there’s no end to the options homeowners have to customize the look of a room with bold features or furnishings when neutral colors featurely prominently in the space.

• Flexibility: Neutral colors are more flexible than bolder alternatives because they likely won’t require a complete overhaul of a room when homeowners want to spice things up with new features and furnishings. That flexibility will be appreciated

by homeowners who every so often like to experiment with a new vibe or look in their homes.

• Trendy: Neutral colors are not as vulnerable to trends as other design choices. In fact, neutral colors are effectively their own trend and won’t get in the way of homeowners who want to change things up. But unlike other trends that must be replaced when homeowners grow tired of them, neutral colors can

remain thanks to their compatability with so many styles.

• Tranquility: Homes are often characterized as their owners’ private sanctuaries from the hustle and bustle that goes on outside those walls, and neutral colors are often lauded for the tranquil vibe they help to create in a space. Neutral colors are soft, and that can lend a serene and calming atmosphere to the interior spaces of a home.

• Brightness: Neutral colors are lighter in tone and thus pair well with natural light. That mixture can amplify brightness within a home and give it an uplifting vibe that residents and guests alike will appreciate.

Neutral colors are not bold, but the benefits they provide open doors to an array of design styles and decor choices that enable homeowners to go in various directions with the interior spaces in their homes.

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• A Spanish civil servant went unnoticed for six years after he stopped showing up for work until someone tried to give him an award for his long service.

• The Spangler Candy Company named their famous lollipops “Dum Dums” because it was a word that was easy for any kid to say.

• In the 1960s, the Goodyear tire company tested the bright idea of lighted tires, to be available in a range of colors. They looked pretty cool in the dark, but their unfortunate tendency to melt under heavy braking and poor performance in wet conditions doomed the concept to the dustbin.

• A 2016 study revealed that only 27% of the words spoken in the biggest movies were uttered by women.

• National Donut Day originally started as a way to honor Salvation Army volunteers who served donuts to soldiers in World War I.

• When a man allegedly found a dead mouse in his can of Mountain Dew, Pepsi had an expert claim in an affidavit that the drink was so acidic it would have dissolved the mouse after 30 days.

• The Hubble Space Telescope is so powerful that it can spot the glow of a firefly from some 7,000 miles away.

• During his inauguration, Teddy Roosevelt wore a ring that contained a lock of Abraham Lincoln’s hair.

• The mayor of Bogotá, Colombia, once hired 420 mimes to make fun of traffic violators, believing his fellow countrymen feared ridicule more than fines.

* * * Quote of the Day: “My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.”

Wed. 3/5: Cauliflower tomato soup, roasted chicken thighs, rice pilaf, sweet corn, whole wheat roll, chocolate cookies. Option: Tossed salad w/tuna Thurs. 3/6: Tomato soup, roasted pork loin, fiesta rice, sliced carrots, whole wheat roll, fresh melon. Option: Egg salad plate

Fri. 3/7: White bean soup, baked fish, Florentine rice, mixed vegetables, whole wheat roll, fruit cocktail. Option: Tuna salad sandwich.

Mon. 3/10: Mushroom barley soup, BBQ chicken, potato salad, mixed vegetables, whole wheat roll, brownie. Option: Ham salad on rye Tues. 3/11: Minestrone soup, pepper steak w/gravy, roasted carrots & broccoli, steamed white rice, whole wheat roll, fresh melon. Option: Tossed salad w/chicken.

Wed. 3/5: Cauliflower tomato soup, roasted chicken thighs, rice pilaf, sweet corn, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Tossed salad w/tuna Thurs. 3/6: Tomato soup, roasted pork loin, fiesta rice, sliced carrots, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Egg salad plate

Fri. 3/7: White bean soup, baked fish, Florentine rice, mixed vegetables, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Tun salad sandwich

Mon. 3/10: Mushroom barley soup, BBQ chicken, potato salad, mixed vegetables, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Ham salad on rye

Tues. 3/11: Minestrone soup, pepper steak w/gravy, roasted carrots & broccoli, steamed white rice, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Tossed salad w/chicken.

LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

The Original Gentleman Farmer Diner

There is just something so nostalgic and familiar about good old-fashioned diner food, and for hungry diners from all ends of the state (and even across the border!), this is exactly what they will find at The Original Gentleman Farmer Diner in Coventry. Good, old-fashioned, classic American cuisine. It truly doesn’t get any better than this.

Served up every day at this “time-capsule” diner are all those classic dishes that you love — from your favorite breakfast menu items of Eggs Benedict and home fries to French Toast, waffles, pancakes, bacon, sausage, corned beef hash, biscuits & gravy, and omelets of every kind! And this is just to start your day!

For lunch, there are all the traditional hot and cold sand-

wiches (can you say BLTs, turkey clubs, grilled cheese, meatball parm, and so much more) as well as homemade soups, burgers, salads, and even Fish & Chips! There are also popular entrees such as baked scrod, pasta & meatballs, chicken dinners, and an ever-changing list of mouthwatering Daily Specials. Be sure to check out the fabulous St. Patrick’s Day menu (and extended hours) on the 17th including the best Corned Beef and Cabbage in town. What makes this cozy diner extra special is its new owner and chef, George Trikoulis. When the diner’s longtime owner of 36 years, Tasia Zarokostas, officially turned it over to George, she knew that it would be in good hands. They share a bond which transcends their love of

food to their common Greek heritage. If you are lucky, you may even find Tasia here serving her former and still-loyal customers!

Trikoulis has had a passion for cooking for his entire life. He comes from a long line of cooks, having been taught and worked alongside his restaurant-owning parents from the time of his youth. Cooking is just a part of his

DNA. He knows that his food has to be both delicious and memorable, but also fresh, comforting, consistent — and affordable. Every customer matters to him, and to his entire staff and most importantly, to his family. George and his wife Julie have three girls, ages 13 to 9, and a son, age 5. The Original Gentleman Farmer Diner is truly a “family affair”.

If you ask George what he likes best, he will tell you that he is a self-proclaimed “meat man”, so you can be sure he is going to deliver on anything on the menu that involves meat (including his personal favorite, the Steak and Eggs, all day long!) His signature dishes are made-from-scratch daily with the highest quality and freshest of ingredients.

Hurry to The Original Gentleman Farmer Diner at 2405 Nooseneck Hill Road in Coventry. Open every day from 7:00am to 3:00pm except for Fridays when the diner is open until 7:00pm. Call 401392-0130 for take-out. Door Dash now delivers! The team here is always looking to expand – inquire within!

Meet the new owner of The Original Gentleman Farmer Diner, George Trikoulis, and his family,
Tasia Zarokostas nearby!

Job Market

CLEANERS: 1st & 2nd Shift, 20-25 hours per week, Monday-Saturday. $15/hour. Must have valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle and clean BCI. Great job for retirees! Call Joe, 401-3011162.

CARPET CLEANING TECHNICIANS/ TRAINEES: $700+/Week. Valid Driver’s License. BCI required. Call Joe, 401-2589648

Real Estate

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1BDR. First floor. Own entrance. Freshly painted. New flooring. All utilities included. Appliances. $260/week. 2-weeks security. No pets/Nonsmoker. 401-828-5080.

month. Will divide. 401-6230608.

WEST WARWICK/ CLYDE: Very spacious, 2bdr. 3rd floor, heat & hot water included. Off street parking. $260/weekly. Security deposit $1000. Call Tim: 401-301-4465.

Monsignor DeAngelis Manor is now ACCEPTING

CESSPOOL SERVICE

ELECTRICAL

THE REMINDER Classified Ad deadline is Thursday at 3PM 821-2216 1968 OLDS-442. Many parts for sale. 401-8230440.

Please send your resume and cover letter to publisher@beaconmediari.com

Msgr. DeAngelis Manor, is located on Wakefield Street in West Warwick, centrally located on the bus route and nearby stores. Financed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the elderly and disabled 62 years old and over.

Please enquire now at RHM Management Co. 401-828-8040

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

JADE ELECTRIC: Wiring, emergencies. Prompt and courteous. 828-5908, 738-7835. Lic.# A1538. Insured.

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

FACSIMILE SERVICE

THE REMINDER’S FAX SERVICE. Now you can send or receive letters, statements, invoices, etc. in seconds by using The Reminder Fax Service. Want more details? Call The Reminder and ask about our fax: 821-2216. Fax Number: 732-3110. To Send: $3.00 (+tax) for the first page, $1.00 for every additional page. To receive: 75¢ ea. page (+tax).

FENCE INSTALLATION & REPAIR

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

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

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MOFFITT & ASSOCIATES, LLC.: Financial Services and Investments, Retirement Planning and 401K rollovers. www.moffittassociates.com 1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry (401) 828-0097.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LEWIS & CLARKE ENTERPRISES, INC.: New homes, additions, garages, kitchens, bathrooms, family rooms, roofs, and repairs. 345-3227. RI Reg. #5646.

PEST CONTROL

WINFIELD TERMITE & PEST CONTROL: All your pest needs. 821-7800.

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

PLUMBING & HEATING

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

POWER WASHING

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

RATES & DEADLINE FOR AT YOUR SERVICE

$8.00 PER WEEK for 10 words (25¢ each add. word) Min. 1 Month. Deadline: Last Thursday of each month for ads starting the following month. Mail or bring your ad to The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Ave., Warwick, RI 02889. Phone: (401) 821-2216. Fax: (401) 732-3110.

Real Estate Transactions

COVENTRY

CRANSTON

Anganie J Lfw LLC

34 Fernwood Dr Slink, Mary E and Slink, William T Slinko, Mary E

35 Hines Farm Rd Perez, Sheny M Agency Group LLC

35 Ledgewood Dr Pantano, Mario D and Pantano, Catherine

Post Rd Lot 101 Sciarra, Georgene

5 Lake Garden Dr Giorgio, Victor V and Giorgio, Eric J Eisner, Jessica

50 Betsey Williams Dr Ciolfi-Donley, Darlene S Vakharia, Jamsheed and Vakharia, Lisa

57 Laura Cir Capirchio,

EAST GREENWICH

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Entertainment & Events

1. Name the San Francisco 49ers tight end who caught a 14-yard touchdown pass with 9 seconds left to beat the New Orleans Saints 36-32 in a divisional playoff game for the 2011 NFL season.

2. Not to be confused with the NFL’s Lombardi Trophy award, the Lombardia Trophy in Italy is a competition in what sport?

3. In the final round of the PGA Tour’s 2014 Puerto Rico Open, what creature attempted to steal golfer Andrew Loupe’s ball from the green on the 16th hole?

4. Name the 1980s Houston Oilers head coach who berated an official by telling him, “This isn’t college. You’re not at a homecoming. This is N-F-L, which stands for ‘not for long’ when you make them [expletive] calls.”

5. What sport, originating in the Netherlands in the early 1900s, is similar to netball and has four male players and four female players per team?

6. Left-handed pitcher Mel Parnell played his entire Major League Baseball career from 1947-56 with what team?

ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You find yourself making sheep eyes at someone who seems receptive. While the situation looks promising, you might not be ready for a long-term commitment.

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) The delay in getting your task done leaves you pawing the ground in frustration. Be patient. The reason for the holdup will soon become apparent. Meanwhile, an opportunity to travel comes from an unexpected source.

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 usually sharp instincts about people should be right on the cutting edge in regard to a major decision. You might want to hold off on a commitment until (or unless) you feel like both the person and project are trustworthy.

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) Resist the impulse to tell tales about a co-worker. Even if your motives are sincere, they’ll be seen as self-serving. A personal situation remains unstable. Wait for things to settle down.

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) You love to lap up compliments. But be wary of someone at work who is drowning you in an outpouring of praise. In your personal life, pay more attention to your spouse or partner.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A perplexing romantic situation turns out to be less complex than you thought. A simple explanation soon clears up all misunderstandings.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Try to remain balanced as you cope

with two emotional people. They want your advice -- but at a price to your equilibrium.

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.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21)

7. What one-mile oval racetrack opened near Colorado Springs, CO in 1997 and last hosted a major pro motorsports race in 2005?

Avoid being goaded into making stinging remarks you could later regret. Best advice: Walk. Don’t talk. There’ll be time later to deal with the situation in a way that makes you look good.

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.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A family matter becomes too demanding as it overflows into several areas. Try to narrow your focus to where it will do the most good with the least drain on your time and energy.

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.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) It’s fix-up time. Make plans to get things repaired and repainted around your home. A relationship could also stand some patching up before the damage is beyond repair. Schedule a physical checkup.

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.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18)

Answers

1. Vernon Davis.

2. Figure skating.

3. An iguana. 4. Jerry Glanville. 5. Korfball.

6. The Boston Red Sox.

7. Pikes Peak International Raceway. (c) 2025 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You still might need to cut some lin gering ties to a situation that no lon ger has the appeal it once held. In the meantime, you can start to explore other opportunities.

A job that seems to offer everything you’ve always wanted might require moving to a new city. Your family offers support no matter what you decide to do. Other options will also require some hard decision-making.

BORN THIS WEEK: of what’s right can inspire others if you remember not to push too hard to make your case. Moderation works best for you.

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PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Get back into the social swim. Enjoy some fun time with old friends and be open to making new ones. A previous health problem recurs, but prompt attention makes everything all right.

BORN THIS WEEK: reservoir of strength that you can draw from to help you get through difficult times. Your compassionate nature allows you to offer support and comfort to others. You are artistically gifted in many areas.

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The coldest place in our solar system isn’t on Pluto or Neptune or Mars—it’s inside a crater on the Moon! NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter measured a temperature of 415 degrees below zero F within a permanent shadow—an area that never receives direct sunlight—in a 68-mile-wide crater named Hermite near the Moon’s north pole. That’s over 100 degrees colder than the surface of Pluto!

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