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Give your budget a spring cleaning and save up for a fun-filled summer with your family! With so many places re-opening, travel restrictions lifting, and vacation season right around the corner, there is no better time than now to get your budgets in order and start saving money. Here are a few useful tips to help you spring into savings!

1. See a Financial Advisor

3) Stash Away $50 Every Week

The best way to begin your money-saving process is to talk to an expert. Book an appointment with a financial advisor so you can properly evaluate your current budget and determine what changes can be made to maximize your savings. Dream Builder Financial Services is well-equip to assist you with all your financial and insurance needs. To schedule a free consultation, visit www.dreambuilder-ri.com.

If you can, make a point of setting aside $50 each week. By the time summer rolls around, you could end up with around $500 of extra cash! That’s enough for a small getaway with the kids or a romantic weekend trip with that special someone.

2. Be on the Lookout for Coupons and Online Deals

With the ease and convenience of online shopping often comes the temptation to buy anything and everything with just a click of a button. While browsing products online certainly makes our lives easier, it is essential to avoid overspending. Be cognizant of your online shopping habits and set a limit on your weekly online purchases.

While this one may seem obvious, so many people fail to take advantage of discounts and online deals. Be sure to regularly check local publications (like Shop Local Rhody!) and social media for promotions from your favorite small businesses. There are also a number of free browser extensions such as Honey, that can assist you in finding deals. These tools search the internet for coupons and apply codes automatically at checkout, offering a super quick-andeasy way to start saving today!

“If you can, make a point of setting aside $50 each week. By the time summer rolls around, you could end up with around $500 of extra cash!”

4.) Be a Smart Online Shopper....Don’t Overspend!

5) Clean Up & Sell your Stuff In the spirit of spring cleaning, give your home a deep clean and get rid of items you never use! Admit it, we all have that sweater (or five!) sitting in the back of our closet that hasn’t seen the light of day in years. Gain storage space and money by selling your old clothes and household items. There are tons of online platforms such as Facebook Marketplace, Poshmark, and Craigslist, filled with users who may be interested in purchasing your stuff.

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We all know the basic tips for having a bright smile, brush twice a day, floss, and use mouthwash. However, there are some uncommon tips that you might not know. This month, Dental RI has 5 dental tips to help keep your smile clean and bright!

Dentists Recommend Using A Toothbrush With Soft Bristles

It is recommended that you use a toothbrush with soft bristles. Too much pressure and aggressive brushing can negatively impact your enamel and gums.

The Proper Brushing Technique

The proper brushing technique is to brush your teeth at a 45-degree angle to the gums. Gently move the brush back and forth in short strokes. Remember to brush all surfaces including, the outer, inner, and chewing surfaces of your teeth.

Rinse Your Floss

It is very important to floss after brushing your teeth. Make sure to rinse your floss after flossing each tooth or use a different portion. If you don’t, you’re basically just transferring bacteria to a different tooth - you wouldn’t want that!

Foods That Help

The right foods can actually help your oral health! Coconut oil is great for your teeth. The coconut oil attacks the harmful bacteria living in your mouth. It can reduce plaque buildup, prevent tooth decay, and gum disease. Plus, it tastes great! Many kinds of toothpaste come with it as an active ingredient.

Avoid A Dry Mouth By Drinking Plenty of Water

Bacteria loves a dry mouth, as it has the ability to thrive. To combat this, drink lots of water to stay hydrated.

We love helping our patients get and keep shiny smiles. If you need more care or are searching for a new dentist, come talk to Dental RI! Dr. Dawn Gallucci is now accepting new patients. She is a trusted dental professional who has been serving Rhode Island for many years and would love to help you! Visit Dental RI at 1249 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston RI 02920 or call 401-464-8000.

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Driving out to Narragansett is truly an experience. Narragansett Beach is known for its long stretch of sand and surfers. The town has an array of seafood shacks, small shops, and candy stores. It is the perfect summer town. When arriving in Narragansett you will be greeted by The Towers. The Towers are an integral part of the town, representing the town’s past, present, and future. There is something that makes a seaside community special. That something is the small businesses and the people who operate them. One small business that is growing quickly and making a big impact on the local community is The Beach Hut.

Items that you will see at The Beach Hut this summer consist of custom embroidery, coffee mugs, glassware for bridal and baby showers, party gifts, and Narragansett souvenirs; like a Narragansett Towers sweatshirt. Everything here can be a gift. If you need a hostess gift for that Memorial Day barbecue, this is the perfect place to shop.

The Beach Hut came to life during the COVID-19 pandemic. It all started during the holiday season when founder, Lynn Murphy created painting kits for her nieces and nephews to make their own Christmas ornaments. Lynn’s inspiration to start The Beach Hut Gift Shop came from her love for fun and unique gifts that make people say “WOW”. The Beach Hut is conveniently located in the beautiful beach community of Narragansett. Lynn is proud of her South County roots. She loves being able to engage with the community of Narragansett through her store. She enjoys engaging with tourists and creating one-of-a-kind gifts for them. One example of this is custom embroidered items such as embroidered guest towels for their beach houses. She likes creating a welcoming feeling for all who visit her store. The Beach Hut sells custom-made embroidery items, activity and craft kits for all ages (children and adults), hostess gifts, and more! Activity

In June and throughout the summer, expect to see several outdoor sales events which will include heatwave giveaway days where you could win your own Rhode Island items like an activity kit or an embroidered beach towel. Small businesses like The Beach Hut make beach communities what they are. When you support small businesses you provide jobs for those in the community, support a local economy, and your customer support is personalized. Let’s get creative this summer with The Beach Hut Gift Store (Time to Design, Inc.) at 750 Boston Neck Rd, Ste 2, Narragansett, RI 02882, or email timetodesignri@ gmail.com. If you cannot make it to The Beach Hut in-person check out their website and social media: www.timetodesignri.com, Instagram: @beachhutgiftsri and, Facebook: @Lynnmurphyri

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by Dr. Ronald G. Shapiro Meet Erika Stewart, The Photographer Who Cares!!! Erika, her husband Trevor (an industrial designer) and her corgi dog Onyx were thrilled to relocate to Rhode Island about 18 months ago, because Rhode Island is beautiful and has many interesting events. Thus far, Erika and Trevor have enjoyed exploring the beaches, natural parks and gardens throughout the state while looking for great locales for photos. Over the summer months they plan to explore more of New England in their travel trailer. Erika’s education as a photographer (bachelor’s degree in photography from Grand Valley State University), her caring, energy, enthusiasm, and expertise finding great locales for photos combine to make a great photographer and photography instructor. Erika shared some tips for doing a great family photo shoot: •

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Find a beautiful location that is easy to get to. Roger Williams Park in Providence always has great scenery for the background for your photos. It is centrally located right off of Route 95 in Providence and free. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum in Bristol and Kinney Azalea Gardens in Kingston also provide beautiful locations for family photos. Pick clothes that are comfortable to wear. Dark clothes are better for children because they won’t show stains. Have FUN with your photos. They will always come out better when you do. Once you develop some expertise composing family photos that you and your friends enjoy, you might consider starting a side photography business: Obtain a Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera. Learn how to use your camera in manual mode. Start with free videos which you may find online. Advance to online

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courses. Then, consider attending an intensive (but fun) retreat to fine tune your skills. Obtain Lightroom in the Adobe suite and familiarize yourself with it. Pick a style of photos which you really like and focus on developing your skills, first with your own family and later with friends and extended family. Start with activities such as family photo shoots which can easily be rescheduled as you examine your photos and find areas which can be improved. Then graduate up to simple birthdays and barbeques in which your clients will be satisfied even if photos don’t come out as well as you might like. As your skills increase, take on activities in which your clients have higher expectations such as milestone birthdays and anniversaries. Network, network, network for ideas, tips, tricks and eventually new clients.

Shop Local Rhody readers are invited to explore Erika’s website (https://www.ItClicksPhoto.com) to see samples of her work, learn about her wonder workshops and retreats, arrange for Erika to photograph your family, reunion, birthday, anniversary, wedding or products. Also, check out her Wonder Workshops and Wonder Retreats for experienced as well as aspiring photographers. Subscribe to her newsletter. While Erika’s workshops have, historically, served women, she welcomes inquiries from men and families as well. If you would like to arrange for Erika to be your photographer, schedule a special workshop or retreat for your colleagues, business, family or friends not currently on the calendar or ask questions, email Erika at Erika@ItClicksPhoto.Com. I would like to thank Industrial Consultant Dr. Margarita Posada Cossuto for helpful comments.

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SPRUCE UP YOUR EXTERIOR Looking for ways to spruce up the exterior of your house for the summer? Read along for some tips on how to take your outdoor living to the next level.

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KEEP YOUR LAWN GREEN Lawn maintenance demands can be a complete buzzkill during your relaxing summer months. Over time, your soil naturally loses many of the important nutrients it needs to survive. Apply fertilizer to your lawn to replace and replenish the essentials your lawn needs to grow.

SHARPEN YOUR LAWNMOWER BLADE One of the best things you can do for your lawn is to give your lawnmower a well-deserved tune-up. Ensure your mower does its job correctly by sharpening the blade every month or so during the season.

UPGRADE YOUR MULCH Winter mulch often blows away from the bed. Pull old mulch away from the base of trunks and stems to leave room for new mulch. Rake the blown away mulch back to its home, and spread fresh mulch to replenish the old. Don’t know how? Don’t have time? Outdoor Escapes of New England is the place to call for all of your mulch needs.

MAKE ROOM FOR NEW LIFE TO GROW This is the perfect time to trim out anything limiting the room for trees and flowers to bloom. Call Mike’s Professional Tree Service, where no job is too big or too small. Tree removal? Stump grinding? Land clearing? Firewood? Mike’s Professional Tree Service is the way to go.

ENHANCE YOUR DRIVEWAY Your driveway should look as beautiful as your freshly washed car parked in it. Check out Classic Seal Coating and Paving to take care of all of your pavement maintenance. Their rubberized coal tar emulsion sealer counteracts the destructive forces of oxidation, moisture, and outside chemical accumulations.

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No plans for Memorial Day weekend? We’ve got you covered. Kick-off the summer with a day trip to Newport over the upcoming long weekend.

Start With Coffee and a View at Coffee Grinder

Grab Lunch at Newport’s Famous Corner Café

Pay Your Respects at the Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial

Enjoy a Delicious Seafood Dinner at The Mooring

Start your day off right with a fresh cup of coffee and a coastal view. Located at the end of Bannister’s Wharf, Coffee Grinder overlooks the historic Newport Harbor. Locally grown by a small-batch roaster in Massachusetts and hand brewed using an Italian espresso machine, their coffee is carefully-crafted and high-quality.

Hungry from all that shopping downtown? Hop on over to the Corner Café for a tasty, gourmet breakfast or lunch at a reasonable price. Nestled in the heart of Newport’s Broadway District, the Corner Cafe carries a creative and diverse menu— there is truly something for everyone! Find out what keeps locals and tourists coming back for more and give this beloved spot a visit.

If you are looking to visit Newport on Memorial Day weekend, make sure to stop by Fort Adams State Park and check out the Boots on the Ground For Heroes Memorial display. Since 2016, each year on Memorial Day weekend, Operation Stand Down Rhode Island (OSDRI) puts on a stunning display of over 7,000 military boots embellished with name cards and flags honoring the American soldiers that lost their lives in the Global War on Terror. The boots will be on display from 8:00 am on the 28th to 6:00 pm on Memorial Day, the 31st.

Located on Newport’s picturesque waterfront, The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar offers an unmatched dining experience with a range of ‘top-of-the-catch’ New-England style seafood dishes. Whether you are craving oysters or a lobster roll, The Mooring is the perfect way to end your day in Newport.

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Memorial Day Recipes Looking for Memorial Day BBQ & Grilling recipes? Celebrate the long weekend with the perfect barbecue recipes, from amazing burgers to easy grilled skewers. Use these ideas for a cookout party or a great meal at home with the family.

Appetizer: Asian Chicken Skewers Total Time: 1 hr 50 min | Yields: 6

Ingredients: - 1/4 cup cilantro leaves - 1/4 cup vegetable oil - 1 tbs. Asian hot chili sauce - 1 tbs. light brown sugar - 2 tsp. soy sauce

- 1 to 2 cloves garlic - One 2-inch chunk fresh ginger - 1 small onion, roughly chopped - Kosher salt - 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into twelve 4-in strips

Cooking Instructions: 1. Combine the cilantro, oil, chili sauce, sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, onions and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. 2. Drain the skewers and thread a piece of chicken onto each skewer. Place the skewers in a large nonreactive baking dish and rub with the marinade mixture. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator 1 to 2 hours. 3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the skewers from the baking dish and discard the marinade. Cook the chicken, turning once, until well charred and cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Main Entree

Grilled Hawaiian Burgers Total time: 25 minutes | Serves: 4 burgers

Sauce:

Cooking Instructions:

- 1/2 cup mayonnaise

1. For the sauce: Stir together the mayo, teriyaki sauce, honey and cayenne in a small bowl. Set aside.

- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce - 1 tablespoon honey - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Burgers: - 8 canned pineapple rings - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into rings - 1 1/2 pounds ground beef - Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper - Teriyaki sauce, as needed - 4 slices provolone cheese - 2 tablespoons butter - 4 onion rolls, halved - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced - Green lettuce leaves, for topping

These simple grilled recipes will help you ease back into the season!

Dessert: Blueberry-Lemon Pie Bars

2. For the burgers: Set a grill pan over mediumhigh heat (you can also use a skillet).

Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes | Yields: 20 bars

3. Grill the pineapple and bell pepper rings until they have great grill marks on both sides (or brown them in the hot skillet), about 5 minutes.

Crust:

4. Season the ground beef and form it into 4 equal-size patties. Cook them over medium heat on the grill for 4 to 5 minutes on the first side, then flip them over and add a splash of teriyaki sauce on top of each one. Place a slice of cheese on each patty and let it melt while the burger cooks through, about 4 minutes longer. 5. Butter a griddle or separate skillet set over medium heat. Place the rolls cut-side down and cook until brown, about a minute. 6. Spoon a little bit of the sauce on both sides of the rolls and allow it to soak into the bread. Place the patties on the bottom buns and top each with 2 pineapple slices and some red onion slices, bell pepper rings and lettuce. Top with the top buns and smush it all together. Serve with extra sauce for dipping.

Ingredients: - 1 c. (2 sticks) butter, softened - 1/2 c. granulated sugar - 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour - 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

Filling: - 2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese - 1/2 c. granulated sugar - 1 large egg

- 1/4 c. sour cream - 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract - Juice of 1 lemon - 3 c. blueberries

Crumb Topping: - 1/2 c. (1 stick) melted butter - 1/3 c. granulated sugar - 1 c. all-purpose flour - Zest of 1 lemon

Directions: 1. Make crust: Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9”-x-13” pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl using a hand mixer, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add flour and salt, mix until combined.Press into prepared pan and bake until lightly golden, 20 minutes. Let cool while making filling and crumb topping. 2. Make filling: In another large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together until no lumps remain. Add egg and beat until combined, then beat in sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice. Fold in blueberries. 3. Make crumb topping: In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, sugar, flour, and lemon zest until mixture resembles wet sand. 4. Pour filling into cooled crust, then top with an even layer of crumb topping. Bake until topping is golden and center is just set, 40 minutes. Let cool for 20 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate until completely chilled, 2 hours. BUY LOCAL, SHOP LOCAL

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