Newport This Week -December 16, 2010. by Tom Shevlin

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A barge loaded with steel sits beneath the Pell Bridge recently. (Photo by Wil Tuthill)

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Beyond The Christmas Tree: Symbols of the Holidays By Cynthia Gibson Decorating the home with greens during the winter is a centuries-old, international tradition. Many countries have influenced in our holiday décor. Some we have known about for awhile, others just might be a surprise. In Sweden, Norway, and Finland, the placing of greens, holly and fir on the fireplace mantel and over mirrors is a sign that spring will return, but until then there is greenery in the home during the winter. We too, place greens, hopefully balsam because of its strong, pine-forest scent, in vases and on our mantels, as well. The poinsettia truly belongs in the ‘Did you know?’ category. The poinsettia is a native of Mexico. It arrived in the United States in the 1900s when our first American Ambassador to Mexico, Dr. Joel Roberts Poinsett, an amateur horticulturist, sent cuttings of the lovely bright red plant back home to South Carolina. The starshaped flowers were in bloom during Christmas. It must have been quite a sight in its tropical environment, as the poinsettia is a shrub that grows to 12 feet tall. Once Poinsett’s cuttings were sent to the U.S., they caught on quite slowly as a Christmas flower. It was not until the 20th century that the poinsettia really took off as a holiday decorating staple. Today we import from Mexico over

Anyone who makes the trip across the Newport Pell Bridge with any degree of regularity has probably noticed an uptick in the amount of work taking place on the bridge over the last few weeks. According to the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA), construction has begun on a long-anticipated $100 million steel restoration and painting project aimed at maintaining the safety and longevity of the iconic span. In September, the contractor began erecting platforms and staging their equipment under the bridge, out of sight of motorists traversing the bridge. This month, the first section of bridge will be scaffolded and tented so that workers can treat corroded steel, make any necessary

Poinsettias have leaves, not flowers $200 million in poinsettias every Christmas season. What is also interesting is that this plant has been hybridized into a multitude of colors. A lovely, ‘leaf flower,’ the poinsettia is not actually a flower ,at all. Its bracts now come in every shade between cream, hot pink and grape. This lovely holiday plant is in your local supermarket, as well as all of the nurseries on our island. Make sure that the soil in their pot is never bone-dry, and only mist the light-colored poinsettias, as the red and deep red shades will ‘spot’ from misting. Holly, originally a pagan/Druid symbol for ‘evergreen beauty’ during the winter, with its bright red berries and beautiful deep green leaves are splendid to this day. With the arrival of missionaries spreading the word of Christi-

anity, Christians seeking to avoid persecution placed holly on their front doors and in their homes. In England, as in America, holly is a true symbol of the Christmas holiday. Placing sprigs of holly on your Christmas tree, at the top of a placecard, or as a table-scape is a lovely use of these beautiful leaves and berries. Remember: They are extremely prickly, so handle only by the stem, or wear leather gloves, and keep them out of the reach of children. “The mistletoe is still hung up in farmhouses and kitchens at Christmas, and the young men have the privilege of kissing the girls under it, plucking each time a berry from the bush. When the berries are all plucked the privilege ceases.” From Washington Irving’s “Christmas Eve.” There is European and American mistletoe, but both are parasites living on trees in the north. It is an unattractive plant with ovate leaves and light white berries. Mistletoe symbolizes rebirth in the spring and virility for men. In Great Britain

Newport Ranks High for ‘Housing Burden’ Index By Tom Shevlin

in the 1900s, ladies would make elaborate kissing balls from mistletoe and hang them in a doorway. Any gentleman passing under the kissing ball could kiss a lady who just might be passing under the ball at the same time. The Victorians were so literate at times. A kiss under the mistletoe could be an invitation to marriage, so gentlemen, beware the mistletoe! The wreath is a lovely symbol of unbroken strength. It’s made from greens with pinecones, fruits, berries and nuts added to it for splendor. If you use cedar to make your wreath, you are including a message of strength and healing. If you use holly or yew, they both symbolize immortality. A wreath can be made from laurel, boxwood, or balsam. Whichever combination of greens or single green you select to make your wreath, it symbolizes the harshest time of year, with the green color of the needles meaning hope of spring. Adding small apples and pears to your wreath turns

Due in part to its high concentration of affordable housing, Newport ranks below the state average when it comes to communities with residents spending more than 30 percent of their income on housing costs, new data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 5-year American Community Survey (ACS), roughly 40 percent of Newport homeowners and renters spend more than 30 percent of their household income on housing costs. The estimates, released on Tuesday, are being used by housing advocates to illustrate what they claim is “a persistent housing affordability crisis for Rhode Islanders.” In fact, according to HousingWorks RI, the data indicates that Rhode Island is the most housing cost-burdened state in New England. According to federal and state standards, a household should spend no more than 30 percent of its income on housing costs, including utilities; otherwise, families may not have enough income for other basic necessities such as food, clothing, transportation, medical care and education. The 2005-2009 ACS data show that 162,442 households in Rhode Island, or 41.7 percent, are housing cost-burdened. The data, which is broken down

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AROUND TOWN

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the bridge will remain unchanged. During this first phase of the four-year project, 1 million squarefeet of structural steel surfaces on the 11,248-foot long bridge will be blast-cleaned and recoated. Only the suspended spans of the bridge will be worked on during this phase. To fund the $100-million project, a toll increase on the Newport Pell Bridge was implemented in September 2009, and RITBA sought and A look up at the center span of the was granted legislative approval to Pell Bridge from the East Passage purchase revenue bonds. The Aubelow (Photo by Wil Tuthill) thority sold revenue bonds to the general public last spring. The bridge will be painted one repairs, and then apply three coats of paint. All prep work is done be- section at a time. Workers will enlow the bridge, and no more than close and seal 40-foot long sections while they work on them. Drivers one lane of traffic will be closed. will not be able to see the workers “This important restoration and Hi Kirby painting effort will ensure the safe- as they perform the maintenance, ty and longevity of the Newport thereby reducing distraction. Once the section work has been comPell BridgeI for years, ” back rananother an ad 20 with you in November for my Craft & vendor show & also the Bridal Expo. said David Darlington, chairman of pleted, the scaffolding and tentRITBA. “It’s a key component of our ing will be dismantled and moved 10-year renewal and replacement to another section. Only intermitplan, and we have been preparing tent traffic disruptions are expectfor this huge undertaking for three ed, and only when the scaffolding The ad did not come out clear. I called and emailed you about this and you said the the printer had a problem and I would receive another ad years. Although some may believe, is moved from one section of the We imagine that, most of the year, Santa does his kept an eye out for special gifts for the “nautical nut” on mistakenly, that once a bridge is deck of the bridge to a new section. shopping close to his home in the North Pole. But at your gift list. built it will last forever, in reality, That movement will be scheduled Christmastime, we like to picture him loaded down with Books make great Christmas gifts: For one thing, steel repairs and repainting are ab- for off-peak commuting hours. armfuls of shopping bags from our locally-owned New- they’re easy to wrap, and what better season than winWeather-permitting, the first port merchants. It makes sense, doesn’t it? That way, the ter for cozying up by the fire with a great read? solutely critical to bridge maintephase of the steel for painting proj- running nance and safety. ” you will find the Below information 2 shows samedoesn’t weekend. Jolly Old the Elf himself have so far to travel with all We have also discovered some gifts that will appeal to There will be no permanent lane ect is expected to end by June 30, those presents. that hard-to-buy-for teenager and consider visiting our closures, and short-term closures 2012. Notices about lane changes This week, we continue our series on locally-owned museum shops where you can expect the unexpected. will be limited to non-commuting and bridge updates are posted on shops with a look at more places that we hope Santa– For a Christmas gift for that special woman, nothhours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The color of www.ritba.org. and you–will be sure to visit this holiday season. Check ing says loving like something special from a unique out what we’ve found to fill in the on your gift listif you boutique. Please do the art work and layout and let me review it. I have a logo for theblanks Potter League can fit it in. in these categories: Not to be forgotten, for the family pet or for an aniAs a sailing town, Newport is all about boats, so we’ve mal lover, see page 12 for gift suggestions . Photo and design by Rob Thorn

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City Food Drive

City of Newport employees invite the public to join them in a city-wide food drive for the upcoming season. Non-perishable items can be dropped off in the bins at the Police Station or City Hall on Broadway.

Help Keep Neighbors Warm

Stop by and donate your new or gently-used coats to the Amica Insurance annual coat drive at the Sovereign Family Skating Center, at the Yachting Center. Each donor will receive a free cup of hot cocoa! All coats will be donated to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. The coat drive runs through Jan. 11, 2011

Hasbro Toy Drive

Donations for Hasbro Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital of new and unwrapped gifts are being accepted at a collection box in the Jamestown Recreation Center until Dec. 20. Suggested items include books, CDs, DVDs, games, Disney toys, arts and crafts, and bath and body products.

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â&#x20AC;&#x192; The East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking donors in Newport County to help families during the holiday season. Monetary donations (checks made payable to EBCAP with Holiday Helping Hands in the memo line) will be used to purchase gift cards to area supermarkets and department stores. â&#x20AC;&#x192; EBCAPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff will provide a small â&#x20AC;&#x153;wish list,â&#x20AC;? including ages and sizes, for those who prefer to shop for presents themselves. To become a donor to Holiday Helping Hands, contact Stacey Murak at 847-7821 ext. 212.

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Seniors and teens will be available to wrap presents, iron linens and polish silver at the Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Conanicus Ave., on Saturday, Dec. 18 between 2-5 p.m.

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Indoor Fitness Walking for Adults Resumes The City of Newport Recreation Department announces that the popular indoor walking program held in the gym at the Martin Recreation Center “the Hut”, 35 Golden Hill Street, will resume beginning Monday Dec. 6. It will be held five days per week (Mondays through Fridays) from 12:00 noon to 1:30 PM and on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on a drop-in basis. The open gym time is designed to offer individuals the ability to exercise during the cold winter months in a safe, warm environment. This is a drop in program at the cost of $1.00 per visit or multi-visit discount passes are available. The program is suspended during school vacation periods. For more information contact Recreation at 845-5800 or to inquire about weather cancellations.

More than 60 people attended the annual lighting of the Tree of Remembrance held November 30 at Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties. Families and friends took time to remember loved ones who have passed on and reflect on their losses. In addition to readings by Hospice staff, the Thompson Middle School Chorus sang, and Morgan Eschenheimer, daughter of Kristen Eschenheimer, a hospice nurse, played a clarinet selection. At the end of the ceremony, guests were given snowflake ornaments to hang on the evergreen tree to commemorate their loved ones. Guests also wrote thoughts and memories on paper links to make a memorial chain for the inside Tree of Remembrance. A lighted Tree of Remembrance on the agency’s front lawn is a visual tribute to those who have passed away.

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Jamestown Art Center Open House Sunday, Dec. 19 from 10-12 Join them for a tour of the arts center, ornament making and holiday cheer, 18 Valley Street, Jamestown

On Dec. 9 the Aquidneck Land Trust (“ALT”) completed the purchase of perpetual Conservation Easements from the City of Newport on the 2.46 +/- acre Spencer Park and 8.05 +/- acres of King Park for $50,000 as part of ALT’s Newport Conservation Initiative. ALT’s Newport Conservation Initiative is a two-pronged conservation strategy. The urban parks part of this initiative is focused on conserving the important existing and inadequately protected parks in the City of Newport with perpetual Conservation Easements. This will be coupled with the creation and conservation of new parks in the City by turning vacant lots into “pocket parks.”

For What It’s Worth Dear Federico, Attached is a photo of my first Christmas present from over 60 years ago. It is about 6” tall and made of plaster. I would never sell it, but just curious if it has any value. — Joe K. Dear Joe: These plaster novelties were produced just before World War II through the 1950s. I have seen others in the market place over the years, especially during the holiday season. Yours was probably made in the U.S., sold through 5 & 10 cent stores and probably cost less than a couple of dollars. In today’s market as an Xmas collectible it would cost under $25.00, but its value (to you) would be priceless. — Federico Santi, Partner, The Drawing Room Antiques

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A 3-course gourmet Mac & Cheese Dinner will be offered by Newport Cooks! on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at the Edward King House, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. In this lively handson class, the instructor will lead teens, mature tweens and everyone attending through preparing a 3-course Gourmet Mac & Cheese dinner (Appetizer, Main Course & Dessert). Instruction will include two different methods of preparing homemade Mac & Cheese, handy knife skills, oven basics, sautéing techniques, equipment & tools to use for the job and a bit of the food science behind how it all works. Students will sample all of the creations and will go home with a pan of homemade Mac & Cheese, all of the recipes and lots of new knowledge to put to use in the kitchen. Class fee is$35 and includes materials. Register at info@newportcooks. com

Preschool Open Gym Begins The City of Newport Recreation Department announces that the popular Preschool Open Gym time held in the gym at the Martin Recreation Center “the Hut” 35 Golden Hill St. will begin Monday, Dec. 6. Preschool Open Gym is held on Monday and Thursdays from 10 -11:30 a.m. on a drop-in basis at $5 per family per day. This is an opportunity for children up to age 5 to run and play in the safe and indoor, unstructured environment to socialize with other children. All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. There must be one adult for every three children. For more information contact the Recreation Department at 845-5800.

Santa Sighting Santa will be visiting the “Sweetest Street in Newport” on Sunday, Dec. 19 from noon to 5p.m. You can catch him between It’s My Party Bake Shoppe and Newport Chocolates on William St. There will also be refereshments.

Peg Tomis and Susan Spring, co-chairs of the Portsmouth Garden Club’s Civic Beautification committee

Women Beautify Town Buildings Have you driven by the Portsmouth Town Hall lately and admired the Holiday decorations? Or perhaps driven by in July and admired the flowers? What you may not know are the two women behind the scene, Peg Tomis and Susan Spring. They have worked tirelessly for the past seven years to make sure that eight town buildings look their best for the holidays. Under theirwatchful eyes, members of the Portsmouth Garden Club collect greens, meet at the Portsmouth Library, clippers in hand, to begin the work to hand make some seventeen wreaths to display around Portsmouth. Included are the Town Hall, the Historical society, the Public Works department, the School Administration building, the Police Department, the Water department, the Legion Park memorial and the Library’s fireplace mantle. Another Garden Club member, Carolyn Evans-Carbery is the caretaker throughout the year for Legion Park. The Portsmouth Garden Club was organized in 1934 and is a member of the Rhode Island Federation of Garden Clubs as well as the National Council of State Garden Clubs. There are 58 active members and 10 honorary members.

Christmas at Emmanuel Saturday, Dec.18 Messiah Sing, 7p.m. with festive “Wassail Bowl” reception following. Admission is $10, $5, children 12 & under $25 maximum per family. Monday, Dec. 20 Christmas Caroling, 5-6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 24 Christmas Pageant, 4 PM and Christmas Carols, 10:30 PM followed by a Festival Eucharist, 11 PM. On Saturday, Dec. 25 there will be a Eucharist with Christmas Carols at 10 AM Sunday, December 26 Eucharist, 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday, January 2 Eucharist, 8 a.m. Christmas Lessons and Carols, 10 a.m. Free parking. For information call 401-847-0675

Flu Clinics Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties will hold seasonal flu clinics for people aged 18 and older at the VNS Newport Office, 21 Chapel St. through Dec. The clinics will be offered every Mon., Wed. and Fri., from 2:30-4 p.m. and every Tues. from 10 a.m. - noon.

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The Chanler, named #1 Small Hotel by Conde Nast Traveler recently named Christopher Giglietti as the Food and Beverage Manager. Giglietti will oversee all aspects of The Chanler’s food and beverage program, including the hotel’s awardwinning restaurant the Spiced Pear, with culinary creations from Executive Chef Thomas Duffy, the outdoor terrace, the bar, as well as in-room dining. With over twenty years in the Hospitality Industry, Giglietti joins the team after spending sixteen years as the Director of Food and Beverage and Project Manager at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick. From now until April 1, 2011, the Spiced Pear Restaurant is open from Friday afternoon to Sunday breakfast. The hotel also offers private use of the entire first floor, ideal for holiday parties, private events and intimate gatherings

The Jamestown Philomenian Library will be closed for the following days to observe the holiday season. Friday, Dec. 24 through Sunday, Dec. 26 and will open again on Monday, Dec. 27 at their regular time of 10:00 a.m. They will also be closed on Saturday, Jan. 1 and esume regular hours on Sunday, Jan. 2

Screenwriting Workshop for Teens Everyone has a movie within them. Now it’s time to set yours free. Screenwriter extraordinaire, Andria Tieman will show you how to get that feature film out of your head, onto paper and into the hands of movie producers. The group will meet for five Thursday night sessions; beginning Jan. 13 - March 3. Each workshop will begin at 6p.m. and run 90 minutes. Participants must be between the ages of 12-18 years old. The program is free. Light refreshments will be provided. For more info or to reserve a space email ChristinaWolfskehl@ yahoo.com or call 846-1573.

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Bead for Life Party Supports Ugandan Women The People’s Café, 282 Thames St. (next to the Blues Café) will sponsor a Bead for Life Party Sunday, Dec. 19 from 3- 5 p.m. The event is an opportunity to learn more about and support impoverished Ugandan women who are lifting their families out of poverty with their handmade, high-quality beaded jewelry, featured on NBC Nightly News, in O Magazine, Vanity Fair, Family Circle and other publications. For those who have bought beads before, there are now new jewelry designs and two new BFL products; Shea Butter soap and organic Shea Butter lip balm. The event will also feature an informational video and African music Bead for Life is a socially responsible global organization, working with women, all of whom were living on less than $1 a day in extreme poverty. For more information contact Meghan Dutton, Bead for Life Community Partner, 662-6640 or www.beadforlife.org.

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The 40th annual tour of 18th and 19th century private homes have announced the addresses of the participating homes. However, houses are subject to change without notice. Each house will be marked by a “Christmas in Newport” flag and a uniformed member of the Newport Artillery Company. A $3 donation is payable at each home. Tour courtesies: please: no high heels, no photographs, no children under 10. Houses are open from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 26 34 Malbone (c 1865), 82 Second St., The John Goddard House (c 1750) and 58 Ayrault, The Jean Hunt House (c1872) Monday, Dec. 27 3 Bellevue Court (c 1877), 209 Spring St., The Robert Brattle House (c 1750) and 31 Rhode Island Ave. (c 1887) Tuesday, Dec. 28 142 Mill St., The Gibbs -Tillinghast House (c 1758), 46 John St., The John Robert Brattle House (c 1770) and 20 School St., The Benjamin Marsh House (c 1845)

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Bank of America’s 2010 Holiday Toy Drive. Through December 21st, Bank of America banking centers in Middletown, Newport and Jamestown will accept toys to benefit local charities’ holiday initiatives. The toys must be new, unwrapped and appropriate for children up to 18 years of age. The following Bank of America locations are listed, along with the designated charity: Middletown n 530 East Main Road – The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and The Salvation Army Newport n 181 Bellevue Avenue – The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation Jamestown n 29 Narragansett Avenue – The Salvation Army of Jamestown and The Jamestown Public Assistance Program

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On Saturday, Dec. 25, the board, staff and friends of the Seamen’s Church Institute will once again offer a Christmas Day breakfast from 9 - 11 a.m. at 18 Market Square. This annual event is offered at no charge and the community is cordially invited to come by for the hearty breakfast and warm fellowship. In addition, a Holiday Breakfast will be prepared for the community on Tuesday, Dec. 28, from 9 – 11 a.m. at Seamen’s. Again, there is no charge to anyone who is interested in attending. “We know there are many folks in the community who may not have family in the area, or specific plans for Christmas Day, so it has been a great experience to share the morning over a wonderful breakfast prepared by our outstanding volunteers,” said David Brown, board President at SCI. This year’s Thanksgiving Dinner cooked and served turkey with all the fixings to approximately 220 people from all parts of the Aquidneck Island community. In 2009, the Christmas and Holiday breakfasts prepared a full breakfast for nearly 150 people at each event. Local families, organizations and businesses support these efforts with donations of all kinds, and a core group of 20-25 volunteers make it all happen. For information on the breakfasts, or to make a donation, contact Tom Bair, Interim Superintendent at the Seamen’s Church Institute, 18 Market Square, or call 847-4260.

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During the period, from Monday, Dec. 6 to Sunday, Dec. 12 the Newport Police Dept. responded to 306 calls. Of that, 114 were motor vehicle related; there were 92 motor vehicle violations issued and 22accidents. The police also responded to four separate incidents of vandalism, six animal complaints and six noise complaints. In addition, 26 arrests were made for the following violations: n Eight arrests were made for under age drinking. n Three arrests were made for outstanding bench warrants. n Two arrests were made for domestic or simple assault. n Two arrests were made for disorderly conduct. n Two arrests were made for driving with a revoked license. n One arrest was made for DUI. n One arrest was made for possession of marijuana. n One arrest was made for violating a no contact order. n One arrest was made for larceny. n One arrest was made for breaking and entering. n One arrest was made for possession of an open container. n The additional three arrests were made for various reasons.

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Our Christmas Spirit Who said Christmas needs to be stuffy? Throughout town, we couldn’t help but notice plenty of reasons to smile: From the sad looking tree at the top of Mill Street wishing everyone a merry Charlie Brown Christmas, to the nonsensical exploits a North Providence native who goes by the name of Pogo Dave. Dressed in full Santa garb, Pogo Dave, AKA Dave Clayman, sat, stood, and posed atop an exercise bike mounted to the roof rack of his highly customized car, parked strategically in a parking lot at Easton’s Beach. His reason? To spread some holiday cheer and lighten the mood of passing motorists. Judging by the number of motorists who stopped, waved, honked, or took photos, he may have succeeded. For that – and all of the other unabashed displays of holiday spirit – we say ‘Thank You.’

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR An Unsung Hero Keep Washington To the Editor; Square Complex Each year, when Thanksgiving To the Editor; By all means we must keep the 50 Washington Square Complex right where it is. The central location is ideal especially because it is at the beginning of two bus lines. Newport cannot afford to replace this facility, as it has a quantity of efficiencies with private bathrooms. As a longtime local, I have seen the majority of residents benefit from being able to catch the bus to go to work or shopping. Broadway would greatly benefit, however, from a small community center/library as the public library is too far of a walk for some. Katharine Janes

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Planning Board- Dec. 20. Meets third Monday at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber Historic District Commission-Dec. 21 Meets third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber Zoning Board of Review-Jan. 3, 2011 Meets fourth Monday at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber City Hall will be closed Friday, Dec. 31 in observance of New Years Day.

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rolls around–just afterward–we think about what we have to be thankful for. Mostly, it turns out to be, the good people who come into our life. Years ago, a very young man– merely a lad–came to Newport. his name is Michael Rubin. He came to meet with Mary Ferrazzoli and the Friends of the Waterfront. We don’t think he really knew what to make of them at the time. Over the years, he was so very helpful. He worked in the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office. Thank God for that. Often, state workers are not respected, nor appreciated. But, here was a jewel. Newporters, all the island people, and the people of Rhode Is-

land, can be glad for what he did for us. When no one thought he could win, he went to court, and hung in there for two years–to save public access to the waterfront of Newport. He never gave up. He won the case to save North Commercial, South Commercial, and Scott wharves. Now, that lad is a grown man, with a wife and a teenager. They can be proud of him. He goes on a boat ride that the Friends of the Waterfront have each year. He arrives to many cheers. His family couldn’t make it this past time, but his wife sent marvelous cookies. We should all be proud of his work and grateful to him, our hero, Mike Rubin. So, if you should be fortunate enough to meet him, thank him. Jack and Ann Twomey

Re-zoning Middletown Tract Puts Water Supply at Risk To the Honorable Middletown Town Council; While I live in Newport, I consider myself a stakeholder in Aquidneck Island, having spent most of my life here; thus, what happens anywhere on the island affects all of us. I am most concerned over the proposal to re-zone the so-called Skater’s Island tract from industrial to general business, potentially allowing development of a commercial center that could include a “big box” store, which is scheduled for a vote early next month. The location includes the headwaters of Bailey Brook, which with its four tributaries, is the primary source of drinking water for Newport and most of Middletown. Many studies over the years have shown Bailey Brook to be under stress from encroaching development, highway and parking lot stormwater, harmful lawn chemicals and biological waste, which causes the Newport Water Department to use various chemicals to “purify” our drinking water. While the site may be serviced by sanitary sewers, the overall soil conditions are generally hostile to any form of development. According to a soils survey by the Soils Conservation Service of the US Dept. of Agriculture, the predominant soils at that location are Newport A & B, Pittstown A & B and Stissing. The differential between A and B denotes the degree of slope. All the soils have the same qual-

itative characteristics: fine to silty loam with some gravel, hostile to most construction materials, poor drainage and absorption and varying depths to hardpan, an impervious clay. Conversely, the soils are compatible with agriculture, such as corn, potatoes, nursery products, grasslands. In other words, the land is better suited to open space and/or farming than it is for development, especially in light of its being the headwater source for Bailey Brook. It is inconceivable the site will be able to handle the storm runoff within its borders because of the soils and therefore much will probably be dumped into the brook, further stressing the water source. The recent study by GeoSyntec Consultants of Acton, MA, further reinforces the stress under which Bailey Brook is undergoing. Mapping images show where the Water Protection District riparian boundaries have been breached, particularly at the brook’s headwaters. Adding an intense commercial development in this area will degrade the district even further. A recent study conducted through Salve Regina University under the supervision of Dr. Jameson Chace confirmed significant concentrations of nitrogen, phosphorous and bacteria at several locations along the brook, most of it attributable to residential developments. It was further concluded in the study that a larger riparian buffer is needed along with greater “can-

opies” (trees, vegitation) along the water course. It was suggested the buffer be a minimum of 300 feet, but preferably, 400 feet wherever possible, considering the sensitivity of the watershed. The developer has stepped outside the normal process of purchasing land on speculation in that he bought it without awaiting the result of the zoning change, claiming the price was “too good to refuse”. In real estate, this is called “land banking” whereby an investor will sit on the property until its value greatly increases, justifying the costs of development. It seems the developer has experienced a great leap of faith in the economic future of the island with little or no environmental fears. The sagacity of a commercial enterprise north of Oliphant Lane and its concomitant traffic, noise and light pollution is not in the interests in the welfare of the community or the safety of those who travel West Main Road as a matter of course. It is evident throughout Middletown there are ample opportunities for commercial ventures and this proposal flies in ther face of economic reason. As a retired practioner in real estate development, it has always been axiomatic that it’s better to do nothing than sink capital into an ill-conceived venture–and the Omni proposal is certainly that! James H. Marshall Newport

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HOUSING CONTINUED FROM PG. 2 between homeowners, and home renters, show that the communities facing the highest burdens, span from poor, urban centers, to tony summer retreats. For example, when comparing municipalities, Central Falls ranks the highest for cost-burdened households with a mortgage, with 74.1 of mortgaged households in that community paying more than 30 percent of their income on housing related expenses. New Shoreham, on Block Island, meanwhile, ranks second with 57.6 percent of mortgaged households considered cost-burdened, and Providence ranks third, with 52.3 percent. Rental costs in Rhode Island’s smaller communities are impacting local residents, as well. Exeter ranks highest with 62.9 percent of that town’s rental households paying more than 30 percent of their income on housing related expenses. Narragansett ranks second with 59.6 percent of rental households considered cost-burdened. North Smithfield ranks third with 58.5 percent. HousingWorks RI is using the data to call for lawmakers to fund more affordable housing programs. “The data released today clearly illustrates the need for more affordable homes in the Ocean State,” said Nellie M. Gorbea, executive di-

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Longtime School Committeeman Says Goodbye By Meg O’Neil NEWPORT – It was a fond farewell to Newport School Committee Vice-Chairperson Hugo J. DeAscentis on Tuesday. DeAscentis, who is stepping down from the committee after a 13-year run, was presented with an Educational Award for his outstanding service to the Newport school community by outgoing Chairperson Jo Eva Gaines. “I’ve been on the school committee for 13 years,” he said. “I’ve come up with 17 members that I’ve worked with over the years. I wanted to mention that because, when you’re on the committee, it’s time consuming and you spend so much time with them, that it’s like a family.” He continued, “This is very important to me, but I have other things to do, and it’s time to move on…I’ve loved it, but it takes a lot of time, and it’s been on my schedule to move on.” DeAscentis said that his family has been citizens of Newport for five generations and that three of them were fully educated in the Newport public schools. Before the meeting began at Thompson Middle School, a group of almost two dozen gathered outside the school, as union members from Sodexo, a nationwide provider

of food management, and provider to Newport public schools, voiced their concerns and dissatisfaction with their contract, wages, and sick days. During the Public Comment section of the meeting, five speakers, either Sodexo employees, or allies spoke to the committee, bringing their plights to the forum. Scott Gleason, a Sodexo employee who first spoke at last month’s committee meeting, was back again to address the school committee panel. He stated, “I am a worker in the Newport public schools. We were here last month. [The NSC] said this was our fight was between Sodexo and our union and not ‘your problem.’ That was [your] response. We disagree. You have some responsibility for how we are treated. We’re asking you to not pass the buck, and help us get the respect we deserve. We work hard in our schools to make the healthiest lunches possible the kids.” Each speaker was met with applause from their supporters. After the final speaker, Gaines responded, “That was very considerate of you all. And I thank you for enlightening us on the situations you are facing.” Other key parts of the meeting included a PowerPoint presentation from Strategic Building Solutions, who was chosen as the rec-

ommended candidate for Owner’s Rep/Commissioning Agent of the New Pell School. Nine applicants were reviewed, with SBS being chosen overall. There is a community update on the New Pell School on Dec. 21, at Thompson Middle School at 5 p.m. where architects will be there to discuss the school design with parents and community members. All are welcome to attend. At last month’s meeting, a large amount of time was spent discussing how old equipment from Rogers High School was found online being sold on Craigslist. The school committee resolved to implement a proper procedure so unused equipment may be properly disposed of. Superintendent Ambrogi presented the committee with a sample policy from North Kingstown. Member Rebecca Bolan said, “I think it’s important that when we leave these buildings that we come to some kind of common ground on what we leave, in agreement with the city.” By following the North Kingstown procedure for the time being, Gaines stated that, “We will have a policy in place. As for now, we have a procedure in place.” An update on the procedure is likely to be on the agenda for the next regular meeting scheduled for January.

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Efforts to make Newport a model community for active health and environmental programs is ramping up. In February, Newport was selected to participate in a nationwide Center for Disease Control (CDC) initiative called “Action Communities for Health, Innovation, and Environmental change” (ACHIEVE). The City-by-the-Sea is one of 40 communities around the country working to facilitate policy, systems, and environmental change strategies focused on chronic disease prevention and health promotion. For the 2010, grant round, Newport was singled out as a pioneer ACHIEVE city for both the state and New England as a whole. Heading up the ACHIEVE “Healthy Newport 2010 & Beyond” effort are Susan Cooper, of the Newport Recreation Department, and Judi Smith, RN from the Newport Hospital Education Department.Together, these two women will be leading the way for the Community Health Action Response Team (CHART) members. The team, comprised of 10 community members, was chosen by Cooper and Smith because, “Our initial impression in recognizing [them] is that they had a passion, and they understood that we need a change. We’ve got a generation that’s coming up that could be the first generation to live shorter lives than their parents,” explains Cooper. She describes Newport’s ACHIEVE process as a different way of looking at health. “Instead of doing another walking program, instead of doing skin testing to see who’s obese. It’s really looking at how you make healthy easy,” Cooper explains. According to their website, the vision of the Newport CHART team is the establishment of a local and community-wide approach for better health. Their mission is to provide assessment and action at a local policy level to ensure ongoing improvements in the quality of community life by making the healthy choices the easy choices. So how is the program actually going to put their plans into action? “By making little sort of awareness steps… making sure there are trail maps around town so people know places like the Cliff Walk, or the

Wildlife Refuge, and know they’re free. Making sure there are bus routes to get people there, scaling back on car use for getting around; it’s a way of thinking about a town’s structure. We’ve got a good range of people who work for the city, and for getting the word out there,” says Jennifer Quigley-Harris, a CHART member, and Director of Communications at Kids First. Working with nationally developed tools and resources, the Newport Team will assess the policy, systems and environmental change strategies currently in place by completing the CHANGE tool (Community Health Assessment aNd Group Evaluation). Once complete, the CHANGE tool will provide a Newport community snapshot, identifying areas where improvements are needed. Cooper says, “We took all the data we collected,

amount of healthy food offered. We’re not trying to take away the other stuff from everybody, but to have the healthy option for something else is a big step.” And so far, the Newport ACHIEVE group is making some strides toward the new year. Cooper describes where the group is right now in terms of plans of action. “We just completed and submitted our three year action plan. It was reviewed and [the CDC] said it looked good, and is something that is workable. Then we said, ‘now we have to come up with a way to get it out to the community.’” Newport CHART members determined the four goals they wish to achieve earlier this year. They are as follows: (1) Increase healthy food choices in the city of Newport public sites and sponsored events from zero to ten events by 2013. (2) Increase healthy

and had to come up with a Newport Community Action Plan which we could put in place over the next three years in order to look at measurable results that we could use to change the environment or change policies. We’re doing ‘The carrot instead of the hammer.’ For example, if you want a contract to run the King Park food vending, then we want you to have 25% of what you sell to be healthy and be competitive. Right now the kids are getting the right message in school, but they’re out of school so much of the time. So we want it to be all the way around wherever they go.” “One of our goals is to increase healthy food choices throughout the city,” says Quigley-Harris. “That means at city events, and public venues, just to increase the amount of healthy choices there are at events in Newport. Any vendors, like at Easton’s Beach, little league games, the Black Ship Festival, Cardines Field; any of the public venues that apply to the city for a permit; we’re trying to increase the

food choices in worksites from zero to ten by 2013. (3) Improve access to physical activity through infrastructure upgrades for biking and walking to a minimum of three additional locations by 2013. (4) Increase support for breastfeeding through legislative efforts and community education by establishing an outreach and advocacy collation with a minimum of three new agencies by July 2011. However, the success of the program, say proponents, needs to be judged in the long-term. Accordingly, the Newport task force plans to use the data to develop an action plan to ensure that the promotion of health and wellness within the community is a lasting and sustainable change. Be sure to stay tuned to Newport This Week and Newport-Now.com for more information on ACHIEVE and other steps Newport is taking to ensure healthier steps in 2011 in the next few weeks.

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Youth Group Hosts ‘Lock-in’ The local Aquidneck Island Youth to Youth organization which meets every Monday night from 7- 9 p.m. in St. Paul’s Church will be hosting an overnight “Lock-in” event at the Newport Boys and Girls Club on Saturday, Jan. 22. The Lock-in will begin at 7 p.m. that evening until 10 a.m. the next morning The event will include local youth groups coming together for leadership training. Some of the training offered is discussion about situations teens are faced with every day to see how different types of leaders would face each problem. Youth groups from the island, and as far away as Western Connecticut, will be working together to discuss personal strengths and weaknesses. Youth to Youth was started in 1982 in Columbus,Ohio and was formed as a community based drug prevention group and it still stands for that cause today. While the youth membership is responsible for program content, all meetings and activites are supervised by a group of adult volunteers.

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Naval War College Foundation: Making a Big Difference By Pat Blakeley The Naval War College Foundation began in 1969 as a small group of community-minded citizens wishing to support the US Naval War College (NWC). Today, the organization has over 6000 members and is dedicated not only to furthering educational excellence at the NWC, but also to supporting its effort to foster international understanding and diplomacy in an increasingly volatile world. The unique partnership between the Naval War College and the Foundation helps the NWC maintain its reputation as the finest defense college in the world. What happens at the Naval War College every day impacts events worldwide. Each year, hundreds of officers from every branch of the armed services, federal agencies and foreign countries come to Newport to learn the art of warfare and conflict resolution. During their daily studies and interactions, the students learn about and from each other. Bridges are built between services, agencies and nations, so that when conflicts arise, the first inclination is to communicate instead of retaliate. This year, for the first time, the Foundation was able to provide over $1 million in support to the College. Executive Director RADM Roger T. Nolan, USNR (Ret.) states, â&#x20AC;&#x153;People donate to the Naval War College Foundation because they know that what we do here makes a difference. It is important work.â&#x20AC;? The Foundation, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) entity, is the means through which private individuals and corporations can support the College. Utilizing contributions from members and corporations, along with grants from other foundations and organizations, it supports academic, research and gaming programs for which funding from the US Government is not sufficient. With dwindling federal dollars available, the NWC has increasingly turned to the Foundation for programming support. The Foundation has consistently delivered, supporting faculty research, curriculum development, student academic prizes, classroom technology and document/artifact acquisition. The Foundation also funds four academic chairs: the Captain Jerome E. Levy Chair of Economic Geography and National Security,

Naval War College Graduates the John Nicholas Brown Chair of Counter-Terrorism, the EMC Chair of Information Technology and the William B. Ruger National Security Economics Chair. New proposals are assessed regularly to ensure that programming matches everevolving geopolitical scenarios. Major efforts are currently underway to enhance the Regional Studies Program to promote greater understanding of cultures, world views, histories, religions and philosophies across the globe. In an increasingly smaller world where forces interact with different societies on a daily basis, success at any level depends on a thorough understanding of the culture engaged. Thanks to the generosity of the van Beuren Charitable Foundation, the Regional Studies Library Collections are now complete, and the first of six Regional Chairs, the John A. van Beuren Chair for AsiaPacific Studies, has just been endowed. The Foundation funds numerous annual conferences, bringing together leaders and experts from around the world to discuss issues of common interest. It also supports situation-specific conferences, such as the Piracy Conference, Global Security Conference and the China Maritime Studies Institute Conferences. The NWC Conference and Initiative on an Agenda for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief will take place in the spring of 2011. This conference is the first of its kind and will bring together international, military, non-governmental organizations and interagency groups, reflecting a new level of international and interagency cooperation. RADM Nolan invites the public to learn about the Naval War College and the Foundation, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know the Naval War College, come see us. Understand what we do. Join us.â&#x20AC;? For more information on the Naval War College and the Foundation, please call 848-8300.

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Naval Book Contract Awarded Federico Santi and John Gacher have signed a contract with Schiffer Publishing, LTD to publish a new book about The Newport Naval Training Station. This is the fourth book written by the authors for Schiffer which has included â&#x20AC;&#x153;Newport Mansions: Postcards of the Gilded Age.â&#x20AC;? The Naval book will detail the history of the Station from its inception in the late 1880â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s through its closing in 1953. Over 200 vintage post cards, photos and maps will be used in this book. Expected to be on the market by the summer of 2011 the book will be available at the authorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Newport Gallery, national booksellers and Naval museums around the country.

Naval Community Briefs Dual Graduations at Naval Justice School

Naval Justice School will host two graduation ceremonies on Friday, Dec 17. At 8 a.m., nineteen Marines will graduate from the Marine Corps Legal Services Specialist Course. This nine-week course provides junior enlisted Marines the skills and training necessary to support legal offices throughout the Marine Corps. MSgt Scott Derouen, Senior Instructor of Marine Enlisted Training at Naval Justice School, noted that this is the first class in over three years with a 100% graduation rate. The guest speaker will be LtCol George Cadwalader of the Naval War College faculty. At 10 a.m., 49 lawyers from the Navy, Coast Guard and Marine Corps will graduate from the Basic Lawyer Class, having completed ten weeks of training in the fundamentals of military justice and relevant civil law, with particular attention to administrative law, investigations and legal assistance. The guest speaker will be Rear Admiral (select) Frederick J. Kenny, Judge Advocate General of the Coast Guard (select). Both ceremonies will be held in the Naval Justice School (Bldg 360) auditorium.

Holiday Hours Several facilities on the Naval Station will close or have reduced hours of operation during the holiday period. Gym 109 will be open Dec. 27 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jan. 2, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Officersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Club will be closed Dec. 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jan. 2 and the Chiefsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Club will be closed Dec. 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jan. 1.

Toys for Tots Needs Help The U.S. Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots program is in full swing and Aquidneck Island residents are doing their share, but more help is needed. The statewide effort is being led by SSgt Michael Cremin, 6th Motor Transport Battalion, Naval Station Newport. Cremin reports that toy donations are actually up, but that need has doubled from previous years and the Marines are asking for more toys. He states, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have no doubt that Rhode Islanders will step up to help their own. We are finding that a lot of folks who are donating are those who have been recipients of other peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s generosity in the past.â&#x20AC;? In addition to several collection sites across Aquidneck Island, there are donation boxes at many locations on the Naval Station: the Navy Exchange, Naval War College, Naval Health Clinic New England, Navy Federal Credit Union, Chapel of Hope, Fleet and Family Support Center, Headquarters Bldg 690, Navy Commissary, Navy Lodge and Balfour Beatty Housing Community Centers. Drop off new, unwrapped toys and help the Marines put a smile on every childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s face this holiday season. Toy donations will be accepted at all Naval Station boxes until Dec. 20.

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The manner in which we travel to and fro across Aquidneck Island could be dramatically reshaped, if plans discussed by the Aquidneck Island Planning Commission are adopted. Joined by city and town officials from each of the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three communities, planners from the AIPC hosted the final workshop in an ongoing transportation study on Thursday. From reconfiguring the so-called Road to Nowhere, to integrating additional bike lanes and encouraging more intermodal transit, workshop attendees were asked to provide their input on a range of concepts, plans, and potential projects â&#x20AC;&#x201C; some more likely than others to become realities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; during an hours-long meeting at Portsmouth Town Hall. Led by project engineers VHB Associates, this 24-month study will result in the development of a Comprehensive Multi-Modal Transportation Master Plan for Aquidneck Island. Project study areas include the following: â&#x20AC;˘ Route 114 (West Main Road/ Bristol Ferry Road) â&#x20AC;˘ Route 138 (East Main Road) â&#x20AC;˘ Turnpike Avenue â&#x20AC;˘ Burma Road/Defense Highway/ Stringham Road â&#x20AC;˘ Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup Avenue â&#x20AC;˘ Memorial Boulevard â&#x20AC;˘ Coddington Highway/JT Connell Highway â&#x20AC;˘ Admiral Kalbfus Road â&#x20AC;˘ Route 138A (Aquidneck Ave.) â&#x20AC;˘ Route 214 (Valley Road) The Master Plan will guide the investment of future funding into the Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overall transportation system through a program of recommended short, medium, and long-term capital improvements suitable for inclusion into the State of Rhode Island Transportation Improvement Program. This project is funded by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation and Rhode Island Statewide Planning Program. According to the AIPC, the project is considered â&#x20AC;&#x153;critically important to the future economic viability and quality of life on Aquidneck Island.â&#x20AC;?

A plan has been prepared, working with city and state officials, to reconfigure the so-called Road to Nowhere. Once complete, the study will include recommendations to: â&#x20AC;˘ Increase the efficiency along Aquidneck Island arterials, roads and connectors â&#x20AC;˘ Identify access management techniques that manage vehicular circulation among adjacent land uses â&#x20AC;˘ Strengthen land-use policies to manage future growth and traffic volumes â&#x20AC;˘ Determine multi- and intermodal alternatives throughout Aquidneck Island. Among the more notable projects proposed for Newport is the reconfiguration of the Newport Pell Bridge interchange, and the long-maligned â&#x20AC;&#x153;Road to Nowhere.â&#x20AC;? The plan, which is still very much in the conceptual stage, is nonetheless being looked at as a possible design solution to a project which state and local officials have grappled with for years. According to Paige Bronk, the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s director of planning, zoning and development, the current plan is the closest that state and city planners have gotten to reaching an agreement on a final project. Chris Witt heads up the AIPCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transportation study efforts. While cautioning that the design put forth by AIPC engineers VHB Associates is only meant as a conceptual project, he did say recently that the ultimate goal of the effort is to seek out state and federal funding to bring some of the studyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concepts to reality.

In the past, proposals to reconfigure the Pell Bridge access ramps have stalled out at various levels of progress, as the city, state DOT, and bridge authority have wrestled with design specifics and traffic modeling. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the real positive things that has come out of this process,â&#x20AC;? Witt said earlier this month, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is that it really has forced everyone to sit down and talk about these things.â&#x20AC;? Among the improvements being considered: â&#x20AC;˘ Eliminating the Road to Nowhere,â&#x20AC;? opening up a large swath of land next to the city-owed lot on Halsey Street for potential redevelopment. â&#x20AC;˘ Relocating the downtown Newport exit further down the bridge off-ramp so as to allow cars to funnel onto Farewell Street further from the Van Zandt intersection. â&#x20AC;˘ Constructing a Halsey Street extension that would be located just behind the Stop and Shop plaza, connecting Admiral Kalbfus Road with JT Connell Highway, anchored at either end by a pair of roundabouts to facilitate the flow of traffic. The plan also calls for the widening of JT Connell Highway and sets the stage for the potential siting of a future intermodal transit center just off the bridge. The project would also eliminate the Admiral Kalbfus overpass. There would still remain two separate points of exit off the bridge, as well as two points of entrance. According to AIPC estimates, the preliminary order of magnitude cost for the Pell Bridge access improvement project is $34 million, with $27 million going into construction in the Pell Bridge area, $3.7 million for improvements to JT Connell Highway, and $3.3 million to complete the Halsey Street extension. All accounts suggest that the project â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as well as several others dealing with combatting the traffic along West Main Road â&#x20AC;&#x201C; were well received by workshop participants. While no timeframe has been set for seeking funding on any given project, the transportation study is expected to wrap up in the spring.

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Wednesday, December 1 Official Opening of Christmas in Newport at Washington Square and the Colony House

Thursday, December 16 Judging of the Newport Doorway Contest, deadline is TODAY, to enter. Judging takes place on Friday Dec. 17. Register your home or business at 848-6707. Categories are: Residential, Restaurant, Bed & Breakfast and Commercial. *Holiday Gingerbread House, 8 a.m.-9 p.m., open daily at The Newport Marriott Hotel, 25 America’s Cup Ave. Free with canned good donation for charity. 849-1000.

Elms, enjoy live holiday music and refreshments. Adults $28 in advance, $35 at the door, Children 6-17 yrs. $10. 847-1000 for reservations. www. newportmansions.org Daytime tour tickets are not valid for Holiday Evening admission. 18th Annual Messiah & Carol Sing: “The Christmas Story”, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Church, Spring & Dearborn Sts. Shanhurst Chorus will feature much of the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah and the telling of the Christmas Story. Bring your own score and sing along. Wassail Bowl reception following. Admission $10, $5 for children 12 and under, and $25 maximum per family. 682-1630 or www.Swanhurst.org.

Murder at the Museum, 7p.m., Newport Art Museum’s John N.A. Griswold House, 76 Bellevue Ave. Family-friendly interactive mystery performed by the Marley Bridges Theatre Co. Museum member adults $20, non-members adults $30; Museum member youth (17 and under) $10, non-member youth $15. 8488200. www.newportartmuseum.org

Glitter & Gold, A Gilded Age Holiday Concert at the Stanford White Casino Theatre, 8p.m., 9 Freebody St. Step back into the 1890s when Theatre Street Productions presents a living history concert of operatic and holiday favorites. Tickets $30 per person. 341-2250 or http://www. ovationtix.com/trs/pe/8436295. Proceeds benefit Salve Regina’s Theatre Arts Program. For more info www. theatrestreetproductions.com The Polar Express Train Ride, aboard the Newport Dinner Train, 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., see Dec. 10 for details.

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Sunday, December 19

Holiday Lantern Tours of Historic Newport, departing from the Brick Market Museum & Shop, 127 Thames St., 5 p.m. Discover the authentic history of Newport holiday traditions on a lantern-lit stroll through the exquisitely preserved streets of downtown Newport. See where some colonial Newporters celebrated Thanksgiving, Christmas, Chanukah and New Year as early as the 1700s, and learn why other Newporters scorned such celebrations. $12 adults, $8 NHS members & children. Reservations recommended. Weather Permitting. 841-8770.

Keeping Christmas with the Whitehornes, Samuel Whitehorne House, 10-3 p.m., 416 Thames St. Glimpse the simple Christmas festivities of the early 1800s in a Federal-style Newport home. Meet the two Whitehorne daughters and learn about the history of the holiday and why some less tolerant colonies had outlawed holiday celebrations. Sample one of Mrs. Whitehorne’s desserts and take away a booklet of authentic colonial recipes. $5 per person, children under 5 are free. 847-2448. liz@newportrestoration.org

Victorian Christmas presented by Sneak Peak Productions, 1:30 p.m., Edward King House Senior Center, 35 King St. Limited Seating. $5 members, $8 non-members. 846-7426.

Victorian Christmas Feast, 7 p.m., Newport Art Museum’s John N.A. Griswold House, 76 Bellevue Ave. See Dec 11 for details.

*The Polar Express Train Ride, aboard the Newport Dinner Train, 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., departs Newport Station, 19 America’s Cup Ave. Share the magic as the Conductor reads the Chris Van Allsburg classic tale of a young boy’s unforgettable journey to the North Pole. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, caroling, hot chocolate and cookies, and a special gift for every child who truly believes. Reservations required. Adults $29.95, Children $19.95. 841-8700. www.newportdinnertrain.com

Saturday, December 18 UnDecked Halls: A Glimpse Behind the Shutters at Rough Point, 680 Bellevue Ave., 10-3 p.m. (last tour at 2:30) Enjoy an authentic view inside heiress Doris Duke’s Newport mansion in the winter. Experience the quiet house, decorated staff wing, hear about Miss Duke’s tropical holiday spent in Hawaii, and learn how Rough Point’s winter caretaking traditions have remained the same for the past half century. The tour is of the first floor of the house and refreshments are served. $10 adults, $8 children under 12 yrs. Tickets sold at the door. 8478344. liz@newportrestoration.org

Keeping Warm In The Colonial Period, Historic House Tour of Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, tour departs from the Museum at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 11:30 a.m., sponsored by the Newport Historical Society. Hear the house’s unique history and learn how 18th century residents made their way through the winter. Admission $15 per person, $10 for NHS members. Reservations required. 841-8770. Holiday Evening Duet at the Elms and Marble House, 6-8 p.m. See two houses for the price of one. Take a leisurely self-guided evening stroll through both Marble House and The

*Visit with Santa Claus at The Elms, noon – 3 p.m., Bellevue Ave. The jolly old elf will visit with children and hear their Christmas wish list. Refreshments. Regular daytime admission. 847-1000, www.newportmansions. org. American Girl Christmas, 1-3p.m., Edward King Senior Center. Storytelling, crafts, refreshments, Doll Fashion Stroll. Admission limited due to space capacity. $10 per couple (1 adult/1 child) and $5 for each additional child. 845-5800. Sponsored by Newport Recreation Dept and Edward King Sr. Center. “Christmas On Historic Hill,” Service of Lessons and Carols, Trinity Church, Queen Anne Sq. 4 p.m. A candlelight service featuring the musicians of Trinity Church. Free will offering. 846-0660. www.trinitynewport.org *The Polar Express Train Ride, aboard the Newport Dinner Train, see Dec. 10 for details.

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Monday, December 20 *Holiday Gingerbread House, 8 a.m.-9 p.m., open daily at The Newport Marriott Hotel, 25 America’s Cup Ave. Free with canned good donation for charity. 849-1000.

Tuesday, December 21 Lunch with the Artist: Versions of the Nativity: Art in an Envelope, 12 p.m., Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave. Discussion over lunch about seasonal cards, hosted by Richard Tyre. Bring a lunch. Free for Museum members, $5 for non-members. 8488200. www.newportartmuseum.org

Wednesday, December 22 *Holiday Gingerbread House, 8 a.m.-9 p.m., open daily at The Newport Marriott Hotel, 25 America’s Cup Ave. Free with canned good donation for charity. 849-1000.

Thursday, December 23 Reading of Night Before Christmas for families, 2 p.m., Edward King House Senior Center, 35 King St. Free. 846-7426.

Friday, December 24 Candlelight Christmas Eve service at Newport Congregational Church, 73 Pelham St. at corner of Spring St. 6 p.m. 849-2238. Christmas Eve Services at various Island Churches

Saturday, December 25 A JOYOUS CHRISTMAS TO ALL

Sunday, December 26 *Holiday Train Rides, 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Old Colony Railway Depot, 19 America’s Cup Ave. Ride along scenic Narragansett Bay in antique railroad coaches, decorated, enclosed and heated. Adults $7.50, Seniors $6, Children $5, first class $11. 624-6951. 40th Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes, 4-7 p.m. Maps available at the Newport Visitor Information Center in mid-December. $3 per house, payable at the door of each house, different houses open each day of tour. (401)293-0965.

Monday, December 27 *Holiday Train Rides 40th Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes.

Tuesday, December 28 *Holiday Train Rides 40th Annual Christmas in Newport Candlelight Tour of Historic Private Homes.

Wednesday, December 29 UnDecked Halls: A Glimpse Behind the Shutters at Rough Point, 680 Bellevue Ave., 10-3 p.m. (last tour at 2:30)

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Thursday, December 30 *Holiday Train Rides Murder at the Museum, 7p.m., Newport Art Museum’s John N.A. Griswold House, 76 Bellevue Ave. Family-friendly interactive mystery 848-8200. www.newportartmuseum. org

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Turn on the Holiday Spirit

All Things Nautical Short of frostbiting, or seeking out warmer climes, this time of year can be one of withdrawal for the nautically-inclined. Thankfully, this being Newport, there are no shortage of gifts for those on your list who may be more itching to get back on the water. For inspiration, we start in an unlikely shop: Ben’s Furniture on Thames Street. There, along with a wide selection of comfy chairs, beds, and couches, you’ll find plenty of nautical themed accessories, perfect for any seaside home. For the mariner, check out their framed nautical charts, which come in a glare-proof casing – perfect for plotting a future journey or simply daydreaming of trips to come ($249) .

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For a more practical gift, it turns out that monkey knots make great door stoppers. These popular accessories have been popping up all over home decorating magazines of late. Ben’s has them for just $39.95.

Make for Great Local Gifts Aquidneck authors were prolific this year, turning out several great reads about some of our favorite Newport-area people, places and events. You can find these local books at local bookstores including Island Books, Spring Street Bookstore and Armchair Sailor.We love in particular the “Estate Gardeners of Newport” in a lovely paperback volume by Harry J. Eudenbach ($21) that includes black-and-white historical photos that bring the Gilded Age horticulturalists to life. For nautical types a welcome gift is Richard V. Simpson’s “America’s Cup: Trials & Triumphs,” a softcover volume that sells for $19.99, published by the History Press. Simpson’s book is “a concise history of some of the most interesting of the international struggles for possession of the acclaimed Cup.” Then there’s Larry Stanford’s pair of softcover books on Newport’s – shall we say – colorful past: “Wicked Newport” went into a third printing in 2010, and “Even More Wicked Newport” joined it with yet more juicy historical tidbits. Each volume sells for just under $20. In a similar historical vein, “The Ghosts of Belcourt Castle” is a slim volume by Harle H. Tinney ($10.95 from iUniverse). “Jamestown: A History of Narragansett Bay’s Island Town” is new this year by Rosemary Enright and Sue Maden. Published by the History Press, it’s $21.99. For cooks, “The New England Clam Shack Cookbook” by local author Broooke Dojny would make a great gift ($16.95 from Storey Publishing), filled with interesting information about clam shacks from Rhode Island to Maine, along with tempting recipes.

The definitive book about the rescue of Newport’s Colonial past by heiress Doris Duke was published this year by the Newport Restoration Foundation. “Extraordinary Vision: Doris Duke and the Newport Restoration Foundation” is by Robert P. Foley, A. Bruce MacLeish and Pieter N. Roos and is for sale at the NRF Store on Thames Street as well as at Island Books in Middletown.

Down on Bannister’s Wharf, Newport Shipyard Outfitters has loads of gear sporting the Newport-based yard’s logo on everything from sweatshirts to bags and belts, all for under $50. Dyer Jones, Luigi Lang, and Jan Slee have a new authoritative account of the 12 Metre Class. The 600-page, two-volume set features a preface by Olin Stephens, a recount of their reign over the America’s Cup, and details about each 12 Metre ever built. The hardcover set is in a limited printing, and each copy comes signed and numbered ($275) –a welcome, addition to any discerning collection. If you’re just starting out your collection, then might we suggest making a pilgrimage to the Armchair Sailor on Lower Thames Street? In this bookstore dedicated to the sea, check out the staff picks of historical non-fiction, or browse their expansive selection of coffee table titles. — TS

And since we’re talking local, what better place to buy a book by a local author than at a locally owned bookstore? In Newport, Spring Street Bookstore owner Bob Angell says that several books by local authors have been selling very well this holiday season. In particular, he mentions Michael Dutton’s “Christmasville,” a children’s book published by Linden Park; $18.95, and “The Barons of Newport” by Terrence Gavan; $9.95. Always popular is Ed Morris’s “A Guide to Newport’s Cliff Walk: Tales of Seaside Mansions and the Gilded Age Elite,” published by the History Press; $17.99. Other nonfiction books that Angell says have been selling well are “Cleopatra” by Stacy Schiff and “Decision Points” by former President George W. Bush. From the fiction shelf, “The Confession” by John Grisham and “Moonlight Mile” by Dennis Lehane have been popular. To mark the season, Spring Street Bookstore is having a 25 percent off sale of all books except those that have previously been marked down. Wag_NTW_xmas10 12/14/10 12:17 PM Page 1

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Going to the Dogs Snowman, Gingerbread Man and Snowflake cookies by Polka Dog Bakery are sold at Wag Nation on Williams Street. The dog treats are all wheat-free, cornfree and soy-free and make great stocking stuffers at just $4.50 per piece. They come individually wrapped in cellophane bags (with a convenient place to check off “naughty” or “nice”). For festive Fidos, Wag Nation owner Lynne Weider suggests a Harry Barker 100% cotton velvet-trimmed red Santa hat with white Berber fleece and pom-pom (available in x-small, small, medium and large dog sizes). For pet parents who miss their four-legged friend while at the office, a sophisticated eco-friendly frame from Arcadia Home looks and feels like leather but is actually made of recycled cotton reclaimed from the apparel industry: ($35, holds a 5” x 7” picture).

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Pet-themed Mariposa giftware is from the Museum Store of the Preservation Society of Newport County.

At the end of Bowen’s Wharf, the Black Dog shop has become popular in Newport even though it is of course part of the well-known New England chain that’s based on Martha’s Vineyard. The Black Dog introduced winter-wear to its line this year, and their winter hats and mittens for kids and adults have been flying out the door, fast. But there’s plenty more to choose from in the store, all with the famous black dog logo. Wine glasses for red or white wine are etched with the Black Dog ($15), and an old-fashioned glass is $12. For him, there are cotton boxer shorts covered in Black Dogs ($15) or a soft-shell windproof jacket emblazoned with a small black dog ($98). Style Newport owner Karen King, who moved her shop to 302 Thames St. this year, has expanded her collection of nautical signal flag jewelry to include man’s best friend. An embroidered white bath towel (27” by 46”, $20) spells out “Boat Dog” in signal flag language. It comes in a package complete with dog bone.

Boxers from Black Dog come in Army green or red.

Decorative dog collars made from grosgrain ribbon ($16.99) are made in East Providence and sold at Only in Rhode Island on Long Wharf. The Museum Store of the Preservation Society of Newport County is a treasure trove of gift items on Bannisters Wharf. Among many other appealing gift items there, we found these tarnish-proff dogthemed tableware items by Mariposa: dip-spreaders ($17), wine stopper ($25), napkin-holder set ($44), and a Labrador serving dish that can go from oven to table in style.

Best Wishes for a Happy, Healthy Holiday Season from All of Us at Newport This Week

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Toys for Teens Teens can be really difficult to shop for, but it doesn’t have to be that way if you shop locally. While many of their holiday wants are geared towards the latest in electronics and video games, Newport has several stores that can provide teens with stylish kicks (that’s “sneakers” for all you parents out there), funky stocking stuffers, and the gift of music. blvd., located on lower Thames St. is your one-stop shop for the coolest in quality clothes. You’ve probably seen kids around town sporting the blvd. logo on their hats. The snapback blvd. hats, which go for $20, are big sellers right now, as are the Rebel Eight brand snapbacks ($32). All footwear and apparel has a deal right now; when you buy one item, you get the second one for half off. blvd. carries tons of cool name brand shoes like Vans ($52) and Converse ($70). The store manager, Justin, says that all flannel shirts ($50) are flying off the shelves. For the skater, skateboard decks at the store can be found for as low as $40. The quality of everything at blvd. is top notch, so stop in and check them out.

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Goodies by the Sea, located in the Long Wharf Mall, is a family-owned business established in 2002 by Alex and Kristen Lanio. Besides housing a huge collection of candy, they’ve got some great gifts available and they house a mammoth selection of toys and gifts for all ages. Hot on the teen list this year are their 20 different styles of Duncan yoyos, ranging in price from $3.79 - $45, with most costing under $15. Got a teen that likes to make jewelry? Other hot sellers this year are friendship bracelet kits that sell between $4-$20. Perhaps you have a budding musician in your house? Nicky’s Music located on the corner of Spring St. and Touro St. has been in the business for thirteen years. Guaranteed to be one of the most challenging, yet fulfilling gifts you can give your teen, Nicky’s specializes in selling beautiful guitars, both acoustic and electric, with name brands like Martin, Taylor, and Fender for a variety of prices. If you’re looking for a bass or ukulele, this is your shop, too. The store has many teaching tools like scale and chord books ($9.95) that will teach your son or daughter the proper hand techniques. Nicky’s also has DVDs for $25 that are great teaching tools available in multiple styles and genres.

Perhaps no store in Newport screams “Local” more than Pleasant Surprise, and their two other expansion stores, P.S. Too, and P.S. Gear, all located in the Brick Market Place on Thames Street. Pleasant Surprise has been a Newport staple for 30 years, after being founded by Dee Dee Hopkins-Simon and her husband Eli Simons, a Newport couple who met at Providence College. Supporting a ton of local independent artists and RI based products, Con, manager of P.S. Gear said it best, “Locals are our bread and butter.” The three stores have a plethora of items where you can find something for absolutely anyone. Quite the hot item this year is anything that has to do with the beloved breakfast meat, bacon. Add some zest to your teen’s lunch sandwich with Baconnaise ($6.95), bacon flavored mayonnaise, which is also completely vegetarian and vegan friendly. Is your son or daughter in need of new headphones for their iPod or laptop? DCI Ear Buds ($12.95) come in a variety of different shapes like ladybugs or even sushi to shake up the style of regular, boring headphones. Want your teen to read more and maybe learn how to cook something? Look no further than “Great Grilled Cheese,” ($16.95) the cookbook with every possible grilled cheese sandwich recipe. Perfect for your teen in his or her first place. The three Pleasant Surprise stores have more gift ideas than we could possibly print here, so head down there as soon as possible for some perfect holiday teen gifts.

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From Washington Square, head towards the harbor to the Brick Market Place and Jason & Co. According to owner Jason Carboneau, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pandora is the number one gift item in the jewelry industry.â&#x20AC;? (Charms start at $25.) Jason also carries a hand-painted bronze line by Michael Michaud. Jewelry and tableware items are made from natural wax impressions. To add a seasonal flair, cranberry or holly items start at $50. The holly brooch is even accented with three garnet berries.

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Just steps away, on nearby Williams St. is Rib & Rhein, a must stop on your shopping trip. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hottest new item in ladies fashion is the Rex Rabbit fur funnel,â&#x20AC;? says Erin Ribeiro, co-owner with her husband, Thomas. By Glamourpuss, the fur funnel ($198) comes in several fabulous colors and can be worn as a scarf or a wrap under your coat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For teenagers, wives or grandmas, it is a great switch up from a necklace,â&#x20AC;? Ribeiro adds. For a classic look, check out Rib & Rheinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s double-breasted military-stripe cowl-neck sweater ($150) in black/charcoal or black/ heather. For the wild woman in your life, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find animal-print leggings ($35) in designs such as tiger or cheetah. For a more subdued look, one-size-fits-all legwear also comes in solids ($25).

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Annabelle on Thames Street, owned by Annabelle Harris, is best known for top-of-the-line lingerie, but the shop also carries more casual pieces for yoga, Pilates, or everyday wear, such as the Cosabella Free Bralette ($44), a lightweight, luxuriously soft bra that can also be used as a camisole.

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J.H. Breakell & Co.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Street shop has long been a holiday favorite for sparkly sterling silver jewelry in all kinds of holiday and winter themes. This year, featured designs include a charming pin in the shape of a parent-withbaby penguin, snowflake earrings, and a sled brooch. Is your lady â&#x20AC;&#x153;high maintenanceâ&#x20AC;? Woven metal stool

with a sense of humor? Then she might like Pillow With Attitude from Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Furniture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an icon on Thames Street, owned by the Bolusky family. The tasselled toss pillows, which sell for $24.95, come in a variety of materials such as canvas or velveteen and carry cute sayings such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;High Maintenance.â&#x20AC;? You did say that she has a sense of humor, right?

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At Karol Richardson, we spotted elegant beaded coin purses for $28, and cuddly rabbit fur earmuffs for $42. A bit more expensive but just as cuddly are cashmere sweaters ($150 to $375) including a royal blue hoodie by Magaschoni for $298. From the Emerald Isle come luxurious Avoca soaps ($18) and also the same companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colorful striped knit hat and neck warmer sets. These handmade Irish warmers sell for $28 to $48. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Onesizeâ&#x20AC;? is often the best way to go for gifts, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how Foot Traffic tights and footless leggings are sold ($16 to $18). Crystal-beaded evening bags by French designer Santi cost $120 to $220. And for a hostess gift or stocking stuffer, how about Sageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scented candle ($28)?

Deux Lux clutch Over at Kristina Richards, we found sparkly clutch bags by Deux Lux for $30 and up depending on size, Love Quotes scarves in an array of colors for $85, and toasty looking Free People fingerless gloves and wool scarves for $28. A Santa who is not too shy could stuff a stocking with lacy underthings like Hanky Panky panties ($8), or he could give a gift of Alex + Ani bracelets ($21 to $38). These intriguing bangles are made by local designers out of recycled metal. The bracelets are made to be layered to incorporate a personalized selection of mix-and-match charms.

A couple of Washington Square gals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kristina and Karol â&#x20AC;&#x201C; have just the thing to please the women on your list For a Christmas gift for that special woman, nothing says loving like something special from a unique boutique. Newport is fortunate to have two locally owned shops that specialize in lovely things for women: Karol Richardson and Kristina Richards. The two shops are on opposite sides of Washington Square, and each has its own distinct character and charm.

Angela Moore (noted for colorful beaded necklaces and bracelets) has expanded the line with crystal beads and crystal spacers to add extra sparkle to your holiday outfit ($60 - $105). In addition to her classic pieces, she offers nearly a half-dozen holiday-themed necklaces ($95) and bracelets ($50). In addition to jewelry and resort wear, the Bellevue Avenue store also has nautical fabric-lined bags by Straw Studios ($45).

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DINNER & A MOVIE Black Swan / White Swan By Patricia Lacouture Somewhat like a mad Mazurka, the latest offering from director Darren Aronofsky (“The Wrestler,” “Requiem for A Dream” and “Pi”) pulls us into the natural paradoxes inherent in the great ballet “Swan Lake” while also burrowing into a young ballerina’s quest for perfection that leads to madness. “Black Swan” peers behind the scenes of the New York City Ballet where a young ingénue Nina (Natalie Portman) vies for the coveted role of lead dancer in ballet’s most challenging and popular work. In his “101 Stories of the Great Ballets,” George Balanchine writes that this role equals to a dancer what a great lead in Shakespeare means to a serious actor—perfection, precision and a glowing achievement. The master choreographer states, “To succeed in ‘Swan Lake’ in to become overnight a ballerina.” Balanchine goes on to elaborate that this most magical of the great ballets relies totally on the audience to access and accept a world that is dreamlike and magical—nothing, in fact, like any aspect of reality. The heroine, the White Swan, is queen of the swans by night and, by day, she is a beautiful woman, Odette. “She is a princess of the night,” Balanchine writes. “She is all magic, a creature of the imagination.” Transformed into this dual state by a sorcerer, Odette has no control over her destiny. When she falls in love with a handsome prince, she is doomed never to fulfill that romance. Ah, but the sorcerer takes his mischief even further when he turns his own daughter Odile into half beautiful woman/half black swan. The prince fails to see through the disguise until he spies Odette fleeing to the woods as night falls. So, we have two half women/half swans, and one dancer must capture the essence of both of these paradoxical creatures. The dance is technically demanding, to say the least, as it involves all of ballet’s most graceful movements as well as the ability of the dancer to freeze in the midst of an arabesque and to complete a series of thirty-two fouettes—some slowly and some in relentlessly whipping turns. “Swan Lake” was first performed at the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow on March 4, 1877. It has been revised, abbreviated, modernized and otherwise adapted by the Kirov Ballet, the New York City Ballet and the Royal Ballet in London. I recently

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A tale of two ballerinas and two swans is a dark study of obsession. watched a DVD recording of a traditional rendition of the dance performed at the Kennedy Center. Now add to this history an innovative director like Aronofsky who enjoys embracing challenges, and he has outdone himself this time. The hopeful Nina is to step into a role long held by prima ballerina Beth MacIntyre (Winona Ryder), and she is enthralled and terrified by the prospect. It looks like she’s got the role down, but company director Thomas Leroy (Vincent Cassel) thinks she’s too controlled— more attuned to precision than to the wild passion needed for the role of the Black Swan. Lily (Mila Kunis) has just joined the company, and she possesses the boldness, spontaneity and confidence more suited to the darker character. The already obsessive Nina starts to see Lily in her own mirror, in shadowed hallways and in her dreams. Soon, she cannot separate dreams from reality, and she strikes back at the only person she can truly hurt—herself. Her mother, a retired ballerina named Erica (Barbara Hershey) sees what looks like scratches on Nina’s shoulder. She thinks cutting her daughter’s fingernails can stop the self mutilation, but Nina finds other weapons for self-inflicted wounds. Aronofsky orchestrates a psychological thriller against the usually pristine backdrop of the ballet. Could Lily, who is dressed mostly in black, be a genuine threat? Is she stalking Nina, who always wears

virginal whites and pale pinks? The movie is also a melodrama in the purest sense as it involves an emotional mother/daughter relationship spawned by Erica’s suffocating control and Nina’s determination to up the ante with her own private rebellion. Then we have the womanizing director, played with sly cunning by Cassel. Natalie Portman is a revelation. She delivers a pitch-perfect portrait of a young dancer seeking perfection with such controlled drive that she cannot allow herself to reveal the emotion the role demands. The twin roles, already infused with “Swan Lake’s” narrative duality and duplicity, play out frequently in front of mirrors. In one scene the two dancers sit on the rehearsal studio floor where we see them and their replicated selves back to back, duplicated, but, as is the normal paradox of a mirrored image, as reflections in reverse. Comparisons will be made to Michael Powell’s 1948 classic “The Red Shoes,” but Aronofsky transcends any attempts at mimicry. “Black Swan” is one of the season’s most inspired and intriguing offerings, and it opens at the Jane Pickens Theater on December 17. Patricia Lacouture currently teaches film studies at Salve Regina University. She also taught at Rhode Island College for ten years. She completed her graduate studies in film from Boston University.

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18th Annual Messiah & Carol Sing Swanhurst Chorus will feature Handel’s Messiah and the telling of the Christmas Story. $10 for adults, $5 for children. 682-1630, 7 p.m. Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn St.

Newport Marriot–Paul DelNero Jazz, 7-10 p.m. O’Brien’s Pub–DJ Curfew, 10 p.m. One Pelham East–Keith Manville

First Annual Tree Lighting Enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and crafts, Bay Voyage Inn, 150 Conanicus Ave., Jamestown, 423-2100.

Perro Salado – Honky Tonk Knights Rhino Bar– Reggae Night Hot Like Fire, 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.

Friday, December 17 Christie’s – DJ & Dancing, 10 p.m. The Chanler– Dick Lupino & Friends, 6-10 p.m. Clarke Cooke - Foreverly Bros. Hyatt Hotel–Dave Manuel on piano, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. LaForge Casino–Dave Manuel on piano, 7-11 p.m. Newport Blues Café – Joshua Tree-U2 Tribute, 9:30 p.m.

The Newport Historical Society has debuted an 18th century table setting at the Museum & Shop at Brick Market on Thames St. for the holiday season. The large and beautiful dining table was made in Newport for the Marchant family. Henry Marchant was a lawyer and farmer who practiced law in Newport and farmed in South County. It was passed down from father to son until 2010, when it was donated to the Newport Historical Society by Jane Cole. Laid out on the table is the dessert course of a period holiday meal, featuring items such as Chinese export porcelain and Newport-made pewter from the 18th century. The Museum & Shop at Brick Market is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information, call 841-8770.

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Newport Grand – Nuance, 9 p.m.

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One Pelham East–The Situation Rhino Bar – Felix Brown Sambar – Live Acoustic with Andre, 9 p.m.

Saturday, December 18 Christie’s – DJ & Dancing, 10 p.m. Clarke Cooke - Foreverly Bros. Greenvale Vineyard– Dick Lupino & Friends, 1-4 P.m. Hyatt Hotel - Dave Manuel on piano, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. LaForge Casino–Dave Manuel on piano, 7-11p.m. Newport Blues Café – Tangled Vine, 9:30 p.m. Newport Grand – Matty B, 9 p.m. O’Brien’s Pub–Joe Parillo, 6:30-10 Peoples Cafe–Doin’ Time, Acoustic Duo, 5-8 p.m. Rhino Bar –Blockhead Sambar – DJ Butch, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 19

Castle Hill – Dick Lupino & Friends, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Neighborhood Caroling Christmas Caroling along Broadway up to Equality Park. Anyone wishing to join is welcome. Assemble at 4 p.m. at the Colony House in Washington Square. RHS Winter Concert The Rogers High School Jazz Ensemble, Chorus, and Orchestra. 7 p.m. 50/50 raffle, bake sale at intermission. Suggested donation is $3. Murder at the Museum Family friendly interactive Murder Mystery show. 7 p.m., $30 for adults, $15 for 17 and under. Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 848- newportmurdermystery. com 8200, www. Run and Chug Club Running and walking group that meets at 6:15 p.m. weekly outside Fastnet. Meet new friends for a three-mile walk or run around Newport and then return to the Fastnet Pub for a pint.

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Clarke Cooke House– Bobby Ferreira, 12:30–3:30 p.m.

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Fastnet - Irish Music Session 5 - 9 p.m. Newport Blues Café – Badfish, 9:30 p.m. O’Brien’s Pub– Karaoke, 9 p.m. One Pelham East–Chopville, 6-9 p.m.; Chris Gauthier, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Rhumbline–Bobby Ferreira

Monday, December 20 Fastnet Pub- “Blue Monday” 10:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.

Holiday Lantern Tour A lantern-lit stroll through Newport’s streets at 5 p.m. Hear stories detailing ways that colonial residents celebrated the holiday season. Museum & Shop at Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 841-8770 Christmas at Mount Zion Something for everyone from mime, music, poetry and surprises at 7 p.m. Free-will offering. Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, 31-33 Van Zandt Ave.

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IYRS Course 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. A course on Advanced Marine Surveying. Please visit www.IYRS.org for more information. Owl Prowl A night walk around Sachuest Point NWR in Middletown, from 7 – 9 p.m. in search of RI owls. Free. Contact 847-5511 for more information. The Bit Players – Seasonal Bits Ho-ho-ho your way through the holidays with this seasonal twist on improv. 8 p.m., $15, Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 8493474.

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Holiday Evening Duet Take a leisurely self-guided evening tour through both the Elms and Marble House as you enjoy their holiday themes. 6 – 9 p.m., 847-1000. Save the Bay Seal Watching Aboard the Alletta Morris and take the one hour seal watching expedition out near Rose Island Lighthouse. 11 a.m. Visit www.savethebay.org for more details.

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IYRS Course 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please see Friday, Dec. 17 for more details. Holiday Lantern Tour 5 p.m. Please see Friday, Dec. 17 for more details.

“The Nativity Story” at 2 p.m. at the Jane Pickens Theater. Please bring a dry goods food donation for the MLKCC food pantry. Call 846-0966 to reserve your seat! IYRS Course 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please see Friday, Dec. 17 for more details. Save the Bay Seal Watching 11 a.m. Please see Saturday, Dec. 18 for more details.

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Newport Cooks Teen time in the kitchen! Three course gourmet mac & cheese dinner. 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. at the Edward King House, 35 King St., Newport. $35, 293-0740

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The Bit Players – Seasonal Bits 8 p.m., Please see Friday, Dec. 17 for more details.

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Holiday Bake Sale 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at Emmanuel Church, on the corners of Spring and Dearborn Streets. Money raised benefits the church’s 2011 mission trip to work in New Orleans. 847-0675 The Nativity Story St. Paul’s United Methodist Church is sponsoring a free showing of

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Airborne Jugglers 10 a.m. Joe Murray and Susan Kirby, will perform amazing juggling synchronized with lively music. Newport Public Library, 847-8720 ext. 204 Hoppy Holiday Party Noon – 5 p.m. Holiday party at Newport Storm Brewery, 293 Connell Hwy, Newport. $10 for adults and free for children. Proceeds support the brewery’s charitable giving program. www.newportstorm.com

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1/2 pound mushrooms, quartered 1 small onion, sliced 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (or 14-ounce can with water added to make 2 cups) 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons flour 1-1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup half-and-half Salt and pepper to taste Splash of sherry, if desired Place mushrooms, onion, and broth in blender or food processer, and chop into small pieces, using 3 or 4 on/off turns. Pour into saucepan and bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, melt butter in other saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour until blended. Add milk; cook until thickened, stirring. Add half-and-half, then mushrooms and broth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add a splash of dry sherry if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like. Makes about 6 cups of soup. (From Recipes, Roses & Rhyme by Portia Little)

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1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed 4 medium-size tart red apples, unpeeled, cored, and diced 1 7-ounce bag diced mixed dried fruit 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried sage 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 10-ounce packages frozen Parmesan garlic bread (such as Pepperidge Farm), thawed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 cup chicken broth Cook sausage in large skillet over medium heat, breaking up meat as it cooks. When itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brown, add apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in dried fruit, sage, and nutmeg. Fold in bread and add broth. Lightly butter a 3-quart baking dish or casserole. Spoon in stuffing. (The stuffing can be made to this point up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Place stuffing in oven while turkey is cooking (or in a preheated 350-degree F oven) and bake 40 to 45 minutes or until top is golden and toasted. Timesavers: Pre-diced dried fruit doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need chopping. Using prepared garlic bread means one herb fewer to chop and no garlic to mince. Cooking the stuffing separately saves you anxiety over those food-safety warnings about stuffing a raw bird. (Real Simple, November 2003)

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The ballroom of the PSNCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Breakersâ&#x20AC;? Mansion. named â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Breakers.â&#x20AC;? The site is magnificently situated overlooking the ocean and rock outcroppings that gave the original structure its name. The original Breakers was purchased by Cornelius Vanderbilt in 1885 and used by the family until a great fire destroyed the building in 1892. The structure that exists today was designed and built in just two years, which is amazing when one considers its size and richness of construction. The home was used exclusively by the Vanderbilt family until 1948, when Corneliusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter, the Countess SzĂŠchĂŠnyi, rented the home for $1 per year to the newly formed Preservation Society of Newport County for tours, greatly benefiting the organization and its finances. This same organization now owns this building and operates it as one of the busiest tourist attractions in all of New England, drawing nearly 500,000 visitors annually! Among the most notable features of the building is the extraordinary central living area, designed to look like an open area courtyard of a Genovese Palazzo. This extraordinary space is approximately 45 feet wide, by 45 feet long by 45 feet high. It would take a very strong arm to hit the ceiling of this space with a baseball (but I am certain the PSNC staff would

much prefer that no one test this hypothesis). The Breakers will again be the setting for the Preservation Society Christmas Dance, which is quickly becoming an annual holiday tradition for the Newport community. Unlike many charity events that operate under tents to accommodate the large numbers of people, the Christmas Dance is a relatively modest event open to perhaps 250 attendees only and as a result the dinner and dancing can be accommodated in the house itself! The house is always magnificently appointed for the holiday season. The great houses of Newport were built for the purpose of display but also for the purpose of gracious entertainment and, therefore, they are never more in synchronization with their reason for being than when they are filled with gentleman in evening attire and ladies in beautiful gowns dancing to a live orchestra! To experience this first hand is to see the Breakers at its best! Ross Sinclair Cann, AIA, LEED AP, is an historian, educator and practicing architect living and working in Newport. If you have architectural questions or article suggestions please send those c/o NTW 86 Broadway, Newport RI 02840.

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By Jack Kelly I received an interesting phone call a couple of weeks ago from a good friend of mine. Earlier this fall, he and his two sons, ages seven and nine, had joined me for a wildlife adventure at the Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. We had gone to the refuge at dawn to watch for deer. We were treated to a wonderful display of nature that morning. We were able to observe a number of female deer and young deer, known as does and yearlings. Two large male deer, known as bucks, were dueling each other in the north field of the refuge, not far from the parking lot. Dueling occurs during the mating season, when rival bucks frequently engage in territorial disputes. The rarely hurt each other because they push against each other with their antlers. This push and shove match lasts until the weaker buck turns and runs away. One of the high points of our trek, was the surprise appearance of a large, eight-point buck, that trotted right past us. In the time since our adventure, my friend had taken his sons to the refuge on many occasions. They have been gifted with sightings of many types of wildlife including hawks, owls, ducks, geese, deer, and a coyote they saw recently. They have had great times discovering the beauty and majesty of natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creations. My friend explained, that with Christmas coming, the boys were in need of some extra exercise to burn off their energy. We decided to meet the next morning and

This small four-point buck was seen last Christmas Eve at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge (Photo by Jack Kelly) do some serious walking. He also warned me that his younger son was very interested in Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reindeer. My buddy asked if I could possibly answer his sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s questions about reindeer. I told him Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d do some reading and see what I could find out. We met the next morning, just after dawn, at the refuge. After making sure that we had jackets buttoned and zipped, and hats and gloves put on properly, we set off on our hike. I was glad Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d had my morning coffee, because my friend was right. His boys were dynamos of pent-up Christmas expectations. I had to remind them that we had to speak softly if we wanted to see the wildlife, or weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d scare them away. However, that was akin to telling the Mississippi River not to flow! We walked over three miles and observed a doe and a yearling, Harlequin ducks, a Harrier hawk searching for breakfast, and one small four point buck. It was a good walk, but the boys still had a lot of questions about reindeer. I had promised them that I would answer them after our walk while we had breakfast. My buddy and I desperately needed coffee, so we took the boys to the Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ, on Thames Street in Newport. Once we had our coffees, hot chocolates, and sundry pastry

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turned to the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; faces and a true disaster was averted. I told them about Clement C. Mooreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s poem, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Twas the Night Before Christmas,â&#x20AC;? and how Mr. Moore wrote the poem for his six children in 1822, while he and his family were living in Newport. The boys told me that their dad reads that poem to them every year, and how they love all the reindeer names. We finished our treats and parted company, but not before setting up another time to hike together. Or, as the boys call it, have another â&#x20AC;&#x153;play-dateâ&#x20AC;? with Uncle Jack.

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“We Own the Land” performs in front of a packed audience at Jimmy’s Salon for the premier taping of Newport City Limits. (Photo by Tom Shevlin)

Newport City Limits Spotlights Local Musicians By Tom Shevlin Tom Erb stood on stage at Jimmy’s Saloon on Wednesday, beaming. It was frigid outside. But Erb, a tireless impresario and avid supporter of the local arts, is flush – the heat of the stage lights bearing down on him. Earlier in the day, he was at Summing Point Studios, just off of Broadway to interview a trio of bands all scheduled to take the stage later that evening. By the end of the night, Erb would have the basis for the premier episode of Newport City Limits, a local-centric music show which might just take Newport by storm. Based off the pioneering PBS show, Austin City Limits, Erb’s version is hoping to showcase local musicians through a lens of high quality production unseen in local broadcasting. On Wednesday, the normally subdued back room at Jimmy’s was transformed into a sound stage. Armed with six cameras, including a boom crane, and professional audio and lighting equipment, Newport City Limits is unapologetically ambitious. Making it all possible are Erb’s partners in crime: director

Rocco Michaluk, proprietor of William Street-based Video and Vision, and the prolific sound engineer, Scott Rancourt of Summing Point. On this night, three acts took to the stage: We Own the Land, Cliffs ‘n Bangers, and The Diepods. Each will be paired with interviews held earlier in the day, and featured in the first Newport City Limits episode. The show is co-produced by STAGERight, Summing Point and Video & Vision, and sponsored by Jimmy’s Saloon “It really looks like it’s going to be a huge hit,” Erb said on Thursday. If all goes well, the episode should go live online on Jan. 3, with rotation to follow on Newport County Public Access Channel 18 later in the week. “It was a huge undertaking,” Erb added, noting that the talents of Rancourt and Michaluk are critical to the fledgling program’s success. “It’s definitely a collaboration,” he said. Beyond that, it was a spectacle. Plans are for Newport City Limits to film every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Jimmy’s Saloon, with the next taping scheduled for the 12th of January.

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Boy’s Basketball (0 – 3) Thursday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m. against Moses Brown at home Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. against Our Lady of Fatima High School, away Thursday, Dec. 23, 7 p.m. against Mt. Hope High School, away

Men’s Basketball (4 – 5) Thursday, Dec. 30, 3 p.m. against Oberlin, home, Rodgers Rec. Center Women’s Basketball (5 – 3) The Lady Seahawks are taking flight to Nassau, Bahamas for a tournament over Salve Regina’s winter break. Good luck, ladies! Monday, Dec. 20, 6 p.m. against Westminster, PA Tuesday, Dec. 21, 6 p.m. against Oswego State Men’s Ice Hockey (1 – 7 – 1) Thursday, Dec. 30, 4 p.m. against Plymouth State, away, Plymouth NH Friday, Dec. 31, 1 p.m. against Plymouth State, away, Plymouth NH

Rogers High School Boy’s Basketball (1 – 1) Friday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. against Barrington High School, away Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. against Pilgrim High School, away Thursday, Dec. 23, 7 p.m. against North Providence High School, away Girl’s Basketball (1 – 1) Friday, Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. against Toll Gate High School at home Tuesday, Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m. against Warwick Veterans High School at home Boy’s Hockey (1 – 2) Friday, Dec. 17, 8:30 p.m. against Narragansett High School at URI Brad Boss Arena Girl’s Swimming Thursday, Dec. 16, 3:30 p.m., against Lincoln High School at Cumberland – Lincoln B&G Club Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. against Middletown High School at Boys & Girls Club of Newport County Boy’s Swimming Thursday, Dec. 16, 3:30 p.m., against Lincoln High School at Lincoln Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. against Middletown High School at Boys & Girls Club of Newport County

Girl’s Basketball (2 – 0) Friday, Dec. 17, 3 p.m. against Block Island School at home Tuesday, Dec. 21, 7 p.m. against North Smithfield High School, away Boy’s Hockey (2 – 1) Thursday, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. against Portsmouth High School at Portsmouth Abbey Ice Rink Saturday, Dec. 18, 6 p.m. against Narragansett High School at Portsmouth Abbey Ice Rink Wrestling Thursday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m. against Central Falls High School, away Saturday, Dec. 18, 9 a.m. Quad Meet at Ponaganset High School Girl’s Swimming Thursday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m., against Cranston High School at YMCA Newport County Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. against Rogers High School at Boys and Girls Club of Newport County Boy’s Swimming Thursday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m., against Cranston High School at YMCA Newport County Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. against Rogers High School at Boys and Girls Club of Newport County

Portsmouth High School Boy’s Basketball Friday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. against East Providence High School at home Monday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m. against Hope High School, away Girl’s Basketball (0 – 2) Friday, Dec. 17, 7 p.m. against North Kingstown High School, away Tuesday, Dec. 21, 7 p.m. against Pilgrim High School at home Boy’s Ice Hockey (2 – 0) Thursday, Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. against Middletown High School at Portsmouth Abbey Saturday, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m. against The Prout School at Portsmouth Abbey

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Gallery Shows & Artist Openings Art on the Wharf The “Seaside Show.”through Dec. 20. Gallery hours are Fri. – Mon., noon-5 p.m., or by appointment, 33 Bannister’s Wharf, 845-6858 Bestoso Studio Jeannine Bestoso will hold drawing and painting classes at the Edward King House on Tuesdays, 6 p.m., 714-7263, www.bestosostudio.com Bristol Art Gallery “Just in Time for the Holidays,” show through Jan., 2011, 423 Hope St., Bristol, 396-9699, www.bristolgallery.net DeBlois Gallery “Itty-Bitty Picture Show,” show through Dec. 24, gallery open Tues.-Sun., noon-5 p.m., 138 Bellevue Ave., 847-9977, www.debloisgallery.com Didi Suydam Contemporary Gallery is open Thurs.-Mon., 12 - 5 p.m., 25 Mill St., 848-9414, www.didisuydam.com. Harbor Fine Art Featuring the work of seven local artists, open daily 11 a.m – 5 p.m., 134 Spring St., 848-9711, www.harborfineart.com Isherwood Gallery Gallery hours are Wed.-Sat., 38 Bellevue Ave., 699-2276, www.isherwoodgallery.com Jessica Hagen Fine Art + Design Gallery open Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m. 4 p.m. and by appointment. 226 Bellevue Avenue, #8, the Audrain Building, second floor, 849-3271, www.jessicahagen.com The Lady Who Paints Rosemary Kavanagh O’Carroll’s working studio, open Tues.-Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7 p.m.-midnight until Dec. 22, 9 Bridge St., 450-4791 Portsmouth Arts Guild Annual Holiday Show through Dec. 19, 2679 East Main Rd., www.PortsmouthArtsGuild.org Sheldon Fine Art Opening reception for Candy Way, Sat.,Dec. 18, 5-7 p.m. Gallery open daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., 59 America’s Cup Ave., Bowen’s Wharf, 8490030. Spring Bull Gallery ”20th Annual Les Petites Oeuvres (The Little Picture Show).” through Dec. 30. Gallery open daily noon to 5 p.m. 849-9166 William Vareika Gallery Special Gilbert Stuart exhibit, 212 Bellevue Ave., 849-6149 www.vareikafinearts.com

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It’s An American Girl Party! The American Girl Christmas Party scheduled for Dec. 19 at the Edward King Senior Center, sponsored by both the Newport Recreation Dept. and the Edward King House, proved to be one of the most popular new Christmas in Newport events this year. The afternoon of storytelling, crafts, refreshments, and Doll Fashion Stroll had a tremendous response and quickly filled up the available space for reservations, leaving no room available for drop-ins. It looks as though the ever-popular line of American Girl dolls, which first debuted in 1986, could be a Christmas in Newport staple for years to come.

International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum Discover the history of tennis through a diverse collection of memorabilia, art and video, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, 194 Bellevue Ave., free for kids under 16 , 849-3990; www.tennisfame.com. Marble House Open daily, 596 Bellevue Ave., 847-1000, www. newportmansions.org Museum of Newport History Exhibits on display depict the city’s role in the American Revolution and its emeravgence as a Gilded Age resort, open daily 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 127 Thames St., 841-8770, www.newporthaavaistorical.org National Museum of American Illustration Original artworks from the Golden Age of Illustration in a historic Gilded Age mansion, 492 Bellevue Ave., 851-8949, ext. 18, www.americanillustration.org Naval War College Museum Free and open to the public, visitors without a base decal must call the museum to gain access to the Naval Station; 841-2101. Newport Art Museum Permanent collection of contemporary and historic works, open daily, 76 Bellevue Ave., 848-8200, www.newportartmuseum.org Newport Historical Society Headquarters Open Monday to Friday, 11am – 3pm. through Nov. 30. 82 Touro Street, Newport, 401-846-0813 Ochre Court One of Newport’s first “summer cottages” built in 1892, now Salve Regina University’s administration building, ground floor open Monday thu Friday, 9-4 p.m. Redwood Library The nation’s oldest library, c 1748, 50 Bellevue Avenue, free, donations always welcome, 847-0292; www.redwoodlibrary.org

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Across 1. Took steps 6. Picketer’s replacement 10. Mt. Rushmore locale 14. Your, in days of yore 15. Far from shocking 16. Singer Amos 17. Wood-shaping machine 18. Brought up, as a topic for discussion 20. Start of some dark humor 22. Scene homophone 23. “Get ___ the Church on Time” 24. Some Sevillian singles (Abbr.) 27. Place for an autograph 29. Kidney-shaped nut 30. Half of a record 33. Schlep 36. Touchdown info? 37. The dark humor continues 41. WWII Luftwaffe foe 42. ___ silly question ... 43. Travelers’ papers 44. Negative notoriety 47. “___ Land Is Your Land” 49. Elegant flair 50. “Are not!” retort 52. “Cheerio!” 56. End of the dark humor 59. Alaskan prospector 61. Fabrics with metallic threads 62. Diplomat’s skill 63. American mil. body 64. Skimpy 65. Large crafts 66. Organic fertilizer 67. Bar crowd? (Abbr.) Answers on page 22

Down 1. He bore a heavy load 2. Skin abrasion 3. Royal address 4. Adds to the value of 5. Kiki and Sandra 6. Small daggers 7. “Who ___ Be Now?” (Men At Work) 8. Chihuahuan chum 9. “Little Women” little woman 10. Stalled escalator? 11. Adds the finishing touches, say 12. It might come after you 13. Josh 19. Words with deal, shame or date 21. “Queen Mary” letters 25. Insurance giant 26. Drooping drapes 28. Mary Todd’s love 29. Bus. suite doorplate letters, perhaps 30. Ranis’ raiment 31. “___ get no satisfaction ...” 32. Looney Tunes lisper 34. Mork’s planet 35. “End of discussion!” 38. Wray of “King Kong” 39. XIV x IV 40. Deflect, as one’s attention 45. Forewarns 46. Anthropologist Margaret 48. “Some Like It ___” (Monroe film) 50. Handle without care 51. ___ cum laude 53. Shoot for 54. Minute 55. Helpers, briefly 57. Pretty up 58. Feline female of film 59. Amtrak stop (abbr.) 60. Dinghy propeller

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Scores of local yachting enthusiasts filled the Jane Pickens Theater last Thursday for a special screening of award-winning filmmaker Gary Jobson’s latest foray into the world of the 12 Metres. The film focused on several days of sailing last September, which brought together sailing greats from past America’s Cup once more in the waters off Newport. In all, more than 350 sailors who competed for the America’s Cup in the 12 Metre Class between 1958 and 1987 gathered at the New York Yacht Club to celebrate the 12s and their influence on the sport. Over several days, these champion yachtsmen remembered the greatest moments of the America’s Cup, and made some lasting new memories of their own. Celebrating it all all is the new documentary, “America’s Cup 12 Metre Era Retrospective.” To say that the film was well-received by local audience, would be an understatement.

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Newport Storm Brews Up a ‘Hoppy’ Holiday By Tom Shevlin The smell of winter spices wafted through the air inside the Newport Storm brewery on Tuesday. Steam, emanating from a slight stream of warm water spilling on to the brewery’s floor, rose gently, creating a humidity that stood in stark contrast to the sharp chill outside. Donning Santa hats, elfen ears, and a generally jovial holiday spirit, a handful of Newport Storm devotees and employees were busy bottling the local brewery’s most recent Cyclone Series brew. Dubbed the Peter, after an early brewery devoteeturned employee, it’s is a well balanced, spiced holiday brew, perfect for a cold winter’s night. Bottled in a limited batch which is only expected to be available for two to three months, the Peter is the latest in the company’s Cyclone Series – which pays homage to the National Hurricane Center’s tropical storm naming system. Each batch is

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