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Hero for the Fourth
Standing at the foot of Eisenhower Park in Washington Square, the statue of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry will preside over the Independence Day festivities of the Fourth of July weekend. The statue, by William Green Turner, was erected on Sept. 10, 1885 to honor Perry, one of Newport’s most patriotic and important 19th century citizens. The artist Turner, a native of Newport, was living and working in Florence when he won the city-sponsored competition to sculpt the statue. See stories about events and exhibits relating to Perry on this page and inside. (Photo by Kirby Varacalli)
Newport’s 19th Century Patriot: Oliver hazard Perry By Pat Blakeley One of Rhode Island’s favorite sons will be honored this week on dual fronts: at the opening reception for the Redwood Library’s new exhibit “Oliver Hazard Perry: The Hero of Lake Erie” and at the Dedication Weekend for the SSV Oliver Hazard Perry, Rhode Island’s official tall ship. The young naval officer whose career almost ran aground when his ship Revenge hit a reef off Westerly, rebounded to become the hero of the War of 1812 just two years later. The Redwood Library will kick off its exhibition honoring Newport’s most famous naval hero at a public reception on Wednesday, July 3, 4-6 p.m. in the Van Alen Gallery. “Oliver Hazard Perry: The Hero of Lake Erie” will feature famous as well as rarely seen items chronicling milestones in Perry’s life, from Trinity baptismal records and a jacket he wore as an infant to personal correspondence to fragments of the Lawrence and Niagara, vessels he commanded during the famous battle. The exhibit commemorates the 200th anniversary of Perry’s victory at the Battle of Lake Erie in the War of 1812. In many ways, the Redwood is honoring one of its own – Perry was a shareholder and head of the donations committee at Redwood. Private collectors and institutions alike have come forward to honor the Rhode Island native who helped turn the tide against the British in the War of 1812. His decisive and unexpected victory on Lake Erie catapulted him to national prominence. With no previous combat
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Painting by Jane Stuart, courtesy of Birmingham Museum of Art. experience and outgunned by the opposing forces, Perry became not only a naval hero, but also a symbol of bravery, determination, leadership and inspiration to the young nation, elevating the public’s mood after many crushing defeats at the hands of the British. Shortly after Perry’s death in 1819 at age 34, his biographer John Niles observed that the country had not expressed its grief so collectively since George Washington died twenty years earlier. Pieces featured in the exhibit include artwork and artifacts from the Redwood Library, as well as Brown University, the Rhode Island Historical Society, the Birmingham Museum of Art, the Naval War College Museum, the Newport Historical Society, the Preservation Society of Newport County, and several private collections. The exhibit is open to the public through January. The Redwood Library is at 50 Bellevue Ave.
The Fourth of July is a fitting time to remember one of the heroes of our country who lived in, and is buried in, Newport. Oliver Hazard Perry is considered to be Newport's most illustrious naval war hero of the 19th century. Although he was born in South Kingstown, he was baptized, educated, reared, and married in Newport, and he chose Newport as his home. Born in 1785, Perry was schooled in Newport and baptized with younger brother Matthew at Trinity Church. In his early teens, he entered the Navy as a midshipman. In this transitional stage in his life, he was placed on board the vessel General Greene, of which his father, Christopher Raymond Perry, was captain. This began his life-long career in serving his country. He saw action including two tours of the Mediterranean Sea. Commissioned a lieutenant in 1807, Perry was involved in various naval activities over the years, including being responsible for the building and commanding of gunboats for the government from headquarters located in Newport. On May 5, 1811, Perry married Elizabeth Champlin Mason in the drawing room of her father’s home, which once stood at #274-
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276 Thames Street. The site is now part of One Pelham East and the former People’s Credit Union parking lot. In 1812, a declaration of war was authorized by Congress against the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. This war came to be known as the War of 1812. The three main causes of the war were: Britain seized U.S. ships trading with France; they seized U.S. sailors; and they were arming the Indians who were raiding the western border (eastern Great Lakes region). In early 1813, Perry was given command of U.S. Naval Forces on Lake Erie with his headquarters at Erie, Pennsylvania. His job during that spring and summer was to oversee the building, equipping, and staffing of a fleet consisting of ten vessels. He had at his disposal two sister ships, the Niagara and the Lawrence. The Lawrence, Perry’s flagship, was named for his close friend James Lawrence who had been mortally wounded months before on June 1, 1813, off Boston. Perry even had a banner made bearing the last words of Lawrence, “Don’t give up the ship!” Perry assigned the Niagara to Lt. Jessie D. Elliott. The two men were very different from
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With the start of the fiscal year looming, City Council members last week engaged in a lively debate over the fate of its FY2013-14 budget. In the end, the council remained divided, and in a series of 4-3 votes, narrowly passed a spending plan totaling just over $114 million. The final margin was the closest budget vote the council had let stand in years, and underscored the growing difficulties woven into the city's bottom line. During the discussion – which spanned the better part of half an hour – councilors jockeyed back and forth over school funding, procedural actions, and whether residents can sustain year-over-year tax increases of 3-4 percent.
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School Committee Nixes STEAM By Meg O’Neil At a special meeting held on Friday, June 28, the Newport School Committee voted to oppose a proposal for a Newport County charter school. The vote was 4-2, with Rebecca Bolan and Thomas Phelan the only members of the committee favoring the charter school. Robert Leary was absent. The resolution comes two weeks after the Middletown Town Council also voted to oppose the charter school. The proposed STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Academy would open at the Boys & Girls Club of Newport County in fall 2014, if approved. The proposed school also faced scrutiny recently during the first of two public hearings held by the Rhode Island Department of Education. At Friday’s school committee meeting, Bolan questioned whether vice-chair Jo Eva Gaines should be allowed to vote on the resolution because she is a member of the Rhode Island Board of Education – which is the chief policy-setting body overseeing K-12 education in Rhode Island. Gaines said she had the authority to do so. Bolan then said that the wording of the resolution included a “number of fallacies.”
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Road Sharing Rules for Cyclists: 3ALWAYS ride in the same direction as traffic, including on our many one-way streets. 3Obey ALL traffic signs and signals. 3Do NOT ride on the sidewalks unless you are less than 13 years old. 3Always use hand signals. 3Use lights and reflectors for night riding. 3Pedestrians have the right of way. 3Ride 3 ft. away from parked cars to avoid doors opening suddenly. 3When available, ride in bike lanes unless there is debris or an obstacle present. Road Sharing Rules for CARS: 3Share the road with cyclists. 3Do not pass a cyclist with
less than 4 ft. clearance. If there is not enough room, be patient and courteous, when you have room pass with caution. 3Be careful! In a car-bicycle encounter, the cyclist is at extremely high risk for severe injury or worse. 3In a shared lane, cyclists have the right to use the full lane. Be patient. 3Cyclists can only use a bike lane if it is safe. If it is blocked or has debris, then the cyclist must ride outside of that danger. 3Cyclists must not ride close to parked cars as car doors may suddenly open. 3Always signal, and never turn across a bicycle lane without looking for cyclists and waiting for them to be out of danger.
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Streets and Sidewalks as Public Spaces By Ross Cann
The recent debate about the renovation of Queen Anne Square shows how much passion is wrapped up in the concept of public space. Parks like Touro Park, Queen Anne Square and Washington Square are prominent public spaces. But what about streets and sidewalks? The streetscape realm that lies between private parcels of land probably represents more than 95 percent of all the public space in any city, far more than the parks and squares which get so much more attention. Streets are not just the routes by which vehicles make their way around the city. They are the connective tissue that holds the city together visually. Similarly, sidewalks are not just the space between the roads and the building lots, they are the frame which sets up the beauty and historic character of the structures that they border – like picture frames around a painting. This means that there is a wonderful opportunity to enhance the beauty of our city and accentuate its historic character in ways
that have barely been considered. By creating streets and sidewalks that are more conducive to bicycling and walking, city planners have an opportunity to counteract two of the greatest health scourges that the United States is facing today: the tremendous increase in childhood obesity and early onset of Type II diabetes. Mark Fenton, host of the public television show “America’s Walking,” recently documented some of the ways that designing better streets and sidewalks can be essential to raising “free range children”— kids who are healthy, independent and more self-sufficient. This also helps free parents from the burden of shuttling children from one programmed activity to another until the children become part of the traffic problem themselves upon gaining their driver’s licenses. Washington Square is one area of Newport where streets and sidewalks are being used to full effect. Recent renovations to the Square included installation of bluestone sidewalks and cobble-lined crosswalks that are meant to slow traffic
and make it easier for pedestrians to navigate. Before it was renamed Washington Square in honor of the country’s first President, this area was known as “the Parade” and was the place that militia drilled and the community came together to celebrate common occasions. Now that it has been restored to its historic character and beauty, the Square is once again becoming the gathering place for community events. Earlier this year, it was used to celebrate the colonial traditions of early Newport in honor of John Clarke’s Charter of 1663, which established religious freedom for the first time in the modern world. On July Fourth, the Square will be the site of the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence by the Sons of Liberty. At the first reading of the Declaration, which occurred 237 years ago, it is reported that the Parade was packed with as many as 5,000 people. Don’t miss this chance to join in a re-enactment of the reading at 11 a.m., and stay to hear the Newport Artillery Company fire their cannons in salute!
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Easton Pond Walking Trail Opens By Jack Kelly The pedestrian path around Easton Pond was reopened last week. The pond’s embankments were severely damaged in a late season nor’easter Apr. 15-16, 2007, by wave action generated by the storm’s high winds. The path has been closed to the public since that time. The three-year, $4.5 million project to restore the stability of the damaged embankments was completed in the past month by the R.P. Iannuccillo & Sons Construction Co. of Providence. The trail now features gravel pathways for walkers and joggers. Two new pedestrian bridges are located on Ellery Road near Braga Park, and on the eastern end of Old Beach Road. Because the pond is part of the Newport water supply, rules governing use of the trail are posted at the bridges. Visitors are warned against swimming, boating, hunt-
ing, ice skating, driving motorized vehicles, bicycling, riding horses, or littering. Dog owners are also warned to clean up after their pets using city provided Mutt Mitts available by the pedestrian bridges. The pathway offers a panoramic view. During late fall, winter and early spring, the pond becomes
an active habitat for thousands of ducks, geese and seabirds. Whitetailed deer use this habitat year round, as do coyotes, raccoons, muskrats, and many other water and woodland creatures. The pathway is not only a scenic walk, but also opens a window on local wildlife.
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Library to Offer new Delivery service With the help of the Champlin Foundation, the Newport Public Library’s Bookmobile is being replaced with a van that will deliver books to Newport residents who cannot get to the library because of age, illness, or disability and to groups living in nursing homes or attending preschool. This service will begin the second week of July. Every two weeks materials will be delivered and picked up from borrowers who have registered for it. Mary O’Neill Barrett has served as Bookmobile Coordinator will now coordinate this new service. Any Newporter unable to get to the library for one of the reasons listed above or who works with a preschool group or a group at a nursing home is invited to sign up for this service through the new Outreach Services Department. Call 847-8720 ext.115.
Trash Delay There will be no trash, recycling or yard waste collection in Newport on Thursday, July 4 due to the observance of Independence Day. Collections normally scheduled for Thursday and Friday will experience a one day delay. Collections from Monday through Wednesday will not be affected by this holiday.
For what It’s worth I was going through an old photo album of my father’s and came across an image that he always said he took of Emperor Hirohito. Dad was on business in Japan in the 1930s. The album has many photos of Japanese city views and factories. Can you tell me the value of this photo? Charles S. Charles: Your photo certainly looks like The Emperor and this candid portrait may be quite unique. I would value the photo at around $100 however the entire album may have considerable value depending on the other photos. – Federico Santi, partner, Drawing Room Antiques (The Drawing Room offers free appraisals by appointment. Call 841-5060 to make an appointment.) Do you have a treasured item and want to know “what it’s worth?” Send an image, as hi-res as possible, directly to Santi at: drawrm@hotmail.com or 152 Spring St., Newport
national night Out against Crime Local service agencies, businesses or groups that would like to participate in this event offered Aug. 1 at Easton’s Beach should call Officer Spellman by July 15 at 845-5862.
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General assembly Highlights
For more information on any of these items visit www.rilin.state.ri.us/News/. n Assembly approves budget Both chambers of the General Assembly approved and sent to the governor an $8.2 billion 2014 state budget that includes no tax or fee increases, contains numerous economic development initiatives, fully funds the implementation of the school funding formula, adds funding to higher education and provides additional funding for cities and towns. n ‘State of the Arts’ proposal The General Assembly approved a statewide sales tax exemption on the purchase and sale of original art in its passage of the Fiscal Year 2014 budget. The proposal, which President of the Senate M. Teresa Paiva Weed (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Jamestown) and Rep. Donna Walsh (D-Dist. 36, Charlestown, Westerly, South Kingstown, New Shoreham) introduced as legislation earlier in the year, recognizes that the arts are a valuable economic tool and can help increase tourism, job creation and the revitalization of communities and local entrepreneurship. n Historic tax credit program The General Assembly has restored the state’s historic tax credits program to help jumpstart the economy and support job creation in the severely impacted construction trades. The program includes reporting requirements so the state can track the total number of jobs created, Rhode Island businesses retained for work, qualified rehabilitation expenditures, total cost of materials or products purchased from Rhode Island businesses and other related information. n Liquor tax eliminated The FY2014 budget eliminates the sales tax on spirits and wine beginning Dec. 1 and running through June 30, 2015, in an effort to assist liquor stores that have been losing business to shops in Massachu-
setts, which eliminated sales tax on alcohol two years ago. The mid2015 cutoff date gives the state an opportunity to study the impact of the sales tax elimination over nearly two budget cycles. n Minimum wage increase Jan. 1 The General Assembly approved legislation to raise the state’s minimum wage to $8 per hour, beginning Jan. 1, 2014. Rhode Island’s current minimum wage of $7.75 went into effect Jan. 1 of this year, as a result of legislation passed last session. Rhode Island’s minimum wage will become equal to that of Massachusetts and 25 cents lower than Connecticut. n Biodiesel Heating Oil Act The legislature has approved a measure that could position Rhode Island as a leader in an emerging biofuels market. The legislation would require all No. 2 distillate heating oil sold in the state to contain a specified percentage of a biobased product. n Relocation funds for victims The General Assembly passed legislation allowing victims of violent crimes to receive funds for relocation purposes. The legislation calls for emergency compensation for relocation costs not to exceed $2,500 through the Crime Victim Compensation Program. n Workforce development Two programs aimed at getting more Rhode Islanders working have been included in the state budget. The “Back to Work RI” program will allow job-seekers to continue to collect unemployment benefits while participating in job training at companies in the state. The “Jobs Match Program” will enhance the web-based systems within the Department of Labor and Training to help match potential employees with jobs, to
identify skills gaps, to help jobseekers obtain training and other resources and to help businesses find competent employees. n Family farm inheritance bill The budget bill included legislation to assess inherited working farmland at its use value, not its higher cash value, for inheritance tax purposes. The concept is a way to prevent family farms from being driven out of business and sold off in whole or in part because the heirs can’t pay the inheritance tax – often in the hundreds of thousands of dollars – when the farms’ owners die. n Kelsey Smith Act approved Legislation to enact the “Kelsey Smith Act” in Rhode Island has been passed by the General Assembly. The law is named in memory of a Kansas teen abducted and murdered in 2007. It provides that, upon request of a law enforcement agency, a wireless telecommunications carrier will provide location information (“ping”) of a user’s device in order for law enforcement to respond to a call for emergency services or in an emergency situation that involves the risk of death or serious physical harm. n Bills to increase school safety The General Assembly gave final passage to two companion Senate and House bills that seek to make Rhode Island schools the safest they can be. One bill will require all schools to perform a safety assessment in conjunction with local police, fire and school safety teams within 30 days of enactment and every three years thereafter. The other bill requires the commissioner of elementary and secondary education to certify annually that all school safety plans and emergency response plans have been reviewed and updated as appropriate.
Local General Assembly officials: Sen. Louis P. DiPalma (D-Dist. 12, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Tiverton); President of the Senate, M. Teresa Paiva Weed (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Middletown); Rep. Marvin Abney (D-Dist. 73, Middletown, Newport); Rep. Deborah Ruggiero (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown) Rep. Peter F. Martin (D-Dist. 75, Newport), Rep. Linda Dill Finn (D-Dist. 72, Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth)
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NEWS BRIEFS Newport Police Log Newport Fire During the period from Monday, Incident Run Report June 24 to Sunday, June 30, the Newport Police Department responded to 811 calls. Of those, 192 were motor vehicle related; there were 149 motor vehicle violations issued and 43 accident reports. 4 liquor establishment checks were also made and 6 private tows.
The police also responded to 25 noise complaints, 27 animal complaints, 81 home/business alarm calls, and 9 incidents of vandalism. They also transported 2 prisoners and issued 19 bicycle violations. There were 4 school security checks. They recorded 8 instances of assisting other agencies and 12 instances of assisting other police departments. In addition, 38 arrests were made for the following violations: n 5 arrests were made for simple assault. n 5 arrests were made for possession of open containers of alcohol. n 4 arrests were made for noise violations. n 3 arrests were made for driving with a suspended or revoked license. n 3 arrests were made for outstanding bench warrants. n 3 arrests were made for domestic simple assault. n 2 arrests were made for disorderly conduct. n 2 arrests were made for larceny. n 1 arrest was made for DUI. n 1 arrest was made for public urination. n 1 arrest was made for vandalism. n 1 arrest was made for violating a no contact order. n 1 arrest was made for driving without a license or an expired license. n 1 arrest was made for breaking and entering at 19 Charles St. n 1 arrest was made for possesion of drugs with intent to manufacture or deliver. n 1 arrest was made for 2nd degree domestic sexual assault. n1 arrest was made for domestic assault with a deadly weapon. n1 arrest was made for being on a beach after closing. n1 arrest was made for being a fugitive from justice.
During the period from Monday, June 24 through Sunday, June 30the Newport Fire Department responded to a total of 170 calls. Of those, 85 were emergency medical calls, resulting in 65 patients being transported to the hospital. Additionally, 10 patients refused aid once EMS had arrived and 2 people were treated on the scene. Fire apparatus was used for 170 responses: • Station 1 - Headquarters/Rescue 1 and 3 responded to 63 calls • Station 1 - Engine 1 and 6 responded to 56 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Rescue 2 responded to 32 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Engine 2 responded to 27 calls • Station 5 - Touro Street/Engine 3 and 5 responded to 50 calls
Specific situations fire apparatus was used for include: 1- Clothes dryer fire 1 - Cooking fire 1 - Unauthorized burning 3 - Vehicle accidents 1 - Water problem, other 7 - Electrical wiring, equipment problems 2 - Lock outs 5 - Assist public calls 13 - Fire alarm sounding - no fire 14- Fire alarm malfunction - no fire 71 - Engine assist on EMS call In the category of fire prevention, the department performed 10 smoke alarm / CO inspections prior to property sales, 3 fire protection system acceptance tests, 16 life safety / site inspections, 4 fire system plan reviews, and did 36 tent inspections / plan review. Fire Prevention Message: Improperly maintained clothes dryers can be a source of residential home fires. Do not operate the dryer without a lint filter. Clean the lint filter before or after each use. Remove accumulated lint around the drum and periodically check the vent hose for obstructions. When installing or changing the dryer vent hose, select the metal type (rather than plastic) as they are not combustible. —Information provided by FM Wayne Clark, ADSFM
Senior Center Open for Classes The Edward King has completed its elevator construction and is reopening July 8. Summer classes begin that week and are $35 for eight lessons unless otherwise noted. Monday: Bridge Lessons at 11a.m.; Tuesday: Yoga at 9 a.m.; Wednesday: Line Dancing at 9:30 a.m., Painting Techniques at 10 a.m.; Thursday: Tai Chi at10:30 a.m., Indoor Outdoor Mindful Drawing at 1 p.m., and Friday: Zumba at 9:30a.m.
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The Martin Luther King Center will open its Pantry Express on Tuesday, July 16. Clients must register in advance at the MLK Center, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Required proof of identifty includes a picture ID, a piece of mail with your address, and proof of family size. Seniors will be admitted to the pantry at 10 a.m., others at 10:30 a.m. Clients should also bring their own bags.
Diabetes Support Group A diabetes support group, facilitated by a certified diabetes educator from the Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties, will meet July 11 and is offered monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m., at the Edward King Center, 35 King St., Newport. No doctor’s referral is required. It is free and open to all who are living with diabetes. To attend or for more information call 682-2100.
It was a meeting of the minds at Newport Grand Slots for the last 12 weeks as trivia teams gathered to qualify and compete for the first season of the $10,000 Trivia Night Challenge. Congratulations are due to the team ‘4 Men and a Little Lady’ for winning the $1,000 Grand Prize. Throughout the competition, ‘4 Men and a Little Lady’ were consistent scoreboard leaders and they ultimately took home the title during the final round of competition on June 27. The teams ‘Slots of Smarts’ and ‘Trivia Time USA’ came in second and third place respectively and each team was awarded an iPad 3. The next season of trivia at Newport Grand kicks off on July 11.
Children’s Tennis Clinics Angelo and Ettore Rossetti will host a special presentation for kids at the Tennis Hall of Fame at 11 a.m. on July 6 and 7 followed by a tennis clinic on the grass courts at noon each day. Kids are invited to try a USTA developed program that uses special equipment to introduce the game to children ages 4 - 10. Junior tennis clinics designed for ages 8 16, will be led by Hall of Fame Tennis Club professionals. Reservations are requested for clinics and may be made by calling 401-849-6053.
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t's been no way to start off the summer season. For weeks now, Newporters have been dogged by near constant rain, dense fog, and sun-blocking haze. Though it pales in comparison to some of the other extreme weather events that the rest of the country has endured in recent months, for the small business owners who rely on these precious few weeks of summer, the start of the high season has brought more than a bit of trepidation. Though it's still early in the season and firm statistics are hard to come by, when parking is plentiful in downtown, you can understand the whispers of concern. Traditionally, the Fourth of July weekend ushers in scores of visitors to the island in search of a taste of our beautiful coast. Let's hope the weather cooperates. According to a 2010 industry study, tourism generates over $2 billion to Rhode Island's economy each year, employs more than 40,000 people, and contributes more than $900 million in state and local taxes. In short, it's one of our biggest industries. And in Newport at least, it's highly weather dependent. We've been blessed in recent years to have enjoyed plenty of balmy summer days. This year has been less than ideal. A recent visit with business owners along Broadway and Thames Street reflected a similar sentiment. After a seemingly interminable winter, the rainy season has apparently taken hold, and like the intermittent showers that have been lingering overhead, there's a sense of uncertainty looming over the current summer season. One restaurant owner, who preferred not to be mentioned by name, said that he's been staffing two fewer waitstaff than normal as he eagerly awaits the sun. At latest check, there seems to be some reason for hope: Over the coming week, forecasters are predicting just one potential threat of storms and temperatures in the 80s. Let's hope that Mother Nature has had her fun, and that we're able to enjoy these brief months that make living in Newport so special.
Beannacht Dé leat! In other news this week, Newporters bade a fond farewell to longtime St. Mary's pastor Fr. George McCarthy, who retired on Sunday after spending some 40 years tending to the flock at Rhode Island's oldest Catholic parish. Stewarding a landmark such as St. Mary's – known in tourist guidebooks as the site of the wedding between Jacqueline Bouvier and then-Sen. John F. Kennedy – is no easy task. Fr. McCarthy performed his duties well – always quick with a joke and an enduringly firm handshake. His brogue and normally brief Sunday sermons will surely be missed.
Newport Hospital is Ailing To the Editor: In a not very subtle advertisement for Southcoast Health System, Robert Schwengel's letter of June 27 never addresses the basic issue of the diminishing quality of care at Newport Hospital. Content to extol the quality of Southcoast, this past president of the Newport Hospital medical staff fails to account for why he chose to sell, for money, his practice to Southcoast. And as president of the medical staff, what role did Schwengel have in allowing Newport Hospital to reach today's sorry state?
The criticism here is not of Southcoast. As Richard Morgera, MD, a recent Southcoast convert, has said, Southcoast "can provide better care" than Newport Hospital. The point is that this is a failure of Gus Cordiero, CEO of Newport Hospital and Timothy Babineau, CEO of Lifespan. And how we arrived at this point, and how to reverse it, should be the focus of future discussions, not a reason to promote one's employer. Lawrence Frank Middletown
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Newport Hospital is Alive and Well To the Editor: I was dismayed to read Lawrence Frank's recent letter -"Lifespan is Killing Newport Hospital." Mr. Frank makes a number of assertions, ie." the hospital is being hollowed out from the inside, and what was a first rate hospital is now barely second rate", without much support for these opinions other than the fact that Dr. Morgera has left. His rather callous questioning about whether CEO Gus Cordeiro has played a part in this supposed decline, or "does he understand what damage is being done" seems
unwarranted. For one thing, the fact that the hospital has received Magnet status for nursing excellence several years in a row is certainly not to be overlooked. I believe the physicians on staff are experienced and dedicated to providing first-rate care on Aquidneck Island as well. When making such dire claims of decline it would be useful if Mr. Frank could support his statements with some factual information. Ann Clark, RN Portsmouth
Breakers Puts Heritage Bid at Risk Editor’s Note: The following letter addressed to Edward F. Sanderson, executive director of the RI Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission, is reprinted here by permission of the writer. Darwina Neal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Nomination Reviewer. Recently a professional colleague made me aware of the Preservation Society of Newport County’s intent to build a Visitor Welcome Center project within the fenced historic landscape area of The Breakers to replace their sales tent. Thus I am writing to you to ask that the Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission, as the approval body holding an easement on the site, require the removal of this proposed project from within the historic landscape of The Breakers and recommend that a smaller facility be built on adjacent property outside the historic grounds. The Breakers is a National Historic Landmark (NHL) symbolizing the Gilded Age in America that is probably the most famous historic property in Newport. Commissioned by the Vanderbilt family in the 1890’s, it consisted of both the mansion and its landscaping designed by Ernest and James Bowditch. Preservation of this landscape, which was specifically cited as being significant in the National Historic Landmark nomination, is integral to maintaining the integrity of this site. Construction of the proposed Welcome Center would not only adversely impact this historic landscape, but also prevent its restoration to its NHL 1896–99 Vanderbilt period of significance. Thus I fully endorse the following
summary recommendations of the Historic Designed Landscape Assessment for the proposed Visitor Center Project prepared by Heritage Landscapes LLC: • Deny approval of the proposed project as presented. • Incorporate best practices into The Breakers landscape stewardship. Begin with full recognition of the importance of an authentic landscape. • Prepare a thorough Cultural Landscape Report Parts 1 and 2 for The Breakers landscape. • Site contemporary visitor facilities outside of the fenced and gated historic property. • Based on thorough planning, restore The Breakers historic designed landscape to the character and features of the Period of Significance, 1893 to 1899. Considering that Newport is interested in being designated as a World Heritage Site and may try to be added to the US Tentative List when it reopens, projected for 2014, damage to the historic landscape of the Breakers will be an integrity issue for World Heritage Site consideration. Also, if Newport cannot preserve the integrity of a site that is as well-known as the Breakers, the preservation of other lesser sites could be considered to be endangered, since the ensured protection of its historic components is a major consideration for evaluation for World Heritage Site designation. Darwina L. Neal FASLA, US/ICOMOS Fellow Landscape Architect UNESCO World Heritage Site Nomination Reviewer
Newport Grand Bill Included in Budget STATE HOUSE – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Marvin L. Abney (D-Dist. 73, Newport, Middletown) and Senate Majority Whip Maryellen Goodwin (D-Dist. 1, Providence) to allow Newport Grand to temporarily keep a bigger share of video lottery terminal revenue generated there has been incorporated into the budget bill passed by the General Assembly. The initiative is meant to help stabilize Newport Grand as Twin River in Lincoln begins table games and casino plans in Massachusetts develop. Newport voters last year rejected table games at Newport Grand. “Newport Grand provides a significant revenue stream to our state, so it is in our state’s interest to see that it remains viable. Since Newport Grand isn’t allowed to add table games, staying competitive is going to be difficult. It’s sensible to make this adjustment for a couple of years to help them weather this bump, see how the competition affects them, and look for ways to find their niche in a changing market,” said Goodwin. Representative Abney, whose district includes the former jai alai fronton that now houses video lottery terminals, simulcast racing and entertainment, pointed to the importance of the facility to the state and local economy. “Our community relies on the many hundreds of thousands of dollars we get directly from Newport Grand, as well as the far greater effect it has on our area in terms of the jobs it provides and the money that its visitors spend nearby. We need Newport Grand to succeed, because if it suffers, Newport and the surrounding communities will also feel that pain,” said Representative Abney. The budget bill (2013-H 5127Aaa) allows Newport Grand to keep an additional $1 million of the revenue generated by the video lottery terminals for the next two years. The venue had asked for an additional $1.5 million for each of those years.
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CHARTER SCHOOL CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 The written resolution stated that the charter school would create a divide between the “prosperous and the impoverished … and would create exclusivity and forced segregation.” Bolan denied that, insisting that the charter school would try to enroll the 36 percent of students in elementary schools on Aquidneck Island who qualify for free and reduced lunch. “The fear on this school committee, bottom line, is money going away [from the district],” Bolan said. The resolution stated that Newport Public Schools would lose $4,774,400 in state education aid – a number that Bolan said is incorrect. She also said that, unlike Middletown, the Newport school district had been approached by the founding members of the proposed charter school last year. She said the STEAM board met with superintendent John Ambrogi to discuss a district charter school which would use Newport’s school personnel and would be run through the Newport district. But Ambrogi dismissed the idea, Bolan said, adding that “that was something that should have been brought to the school committee.” Bolan said she has reservations about a charter school at the high school level but supports the idea of an elementary charter school in the city. “Charter schools are beginning to make huge gains,” she said, adding that she believed the Newport County academy would provide “excellent competition” to the district. Committee member Thomas
Phelan also supported the charter school, saying the school would be a “game changer” that would provide a level of competition that would get Newport’s public schools “back into gear.” Though the charter school would be open to students from the rest of the county, Ambrogi said he did not believe any students from Little Compton or Tiverton would enroll,
The state Department of Education will hold the last of the required public hearings on the STEAM Academy on Monday, July 8 at 6 p.m. in the CCRI Newport auditorium, 1 John H. Chafee Blvd. adding the school would be “lucky” to get five students from Portsmouth. Ambrogi added that he believes the proposed charter school would “absolutely destroy the public school system in Newport.” Gaines said the charter school’s proposal application does not establish an intention to collaborate with public schools. “I think that the public schools have all the ingredients necessary for STEM [science, technology, engineering, mathematics curriculum],” she said. “All we need to do is rearrange it and put a name on it. We could have a STEM academy in a half hour. The courses
are here, the teachers are here – we simply need to manage it.” During the public comment part of the meeting, there was little support shown for the proposed school, with the exception of comments from the charter school’s own board members and a teacher from a charter school in Providence. Board member Beth Cullen requested that the school committee table the “inflammatory, nonfactual” resolution until a later date – so that all members of the school committee could read the 200-page charter school application. “This is a rush to judgment,” she said. Cullen challenged Gaines’ statement that the committee could create a similar education model within Newport schools in half an hour. “Thirty minutes just won’t cut it. If you feel that is all it takes, why haven’t you done it already?” she asked. She also said that each member of the school committee who opposed the charter school cited the funding aspect of the school as the main reason for their opposition – instead of examining how the school could benefit children. After the meeting, Cullen said that more than 90 families in Newport County have registered their interest in the academy. The state Department of Education will hold the last of the required public hearings on the STEAM Academy on Monday, July 8 at 6 p.m. in the CCRI Newport auditorium, 1 John H. Chafee Blvd.
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More Bids Sought to Fix Leaky Roof By Meg O’Neil The Newport School Committee voted during a special meeting on Tuesday, July 7 to reject six bids received nearly two months ago to repair a leaking roof at the Sullivan-Triplett Elementary School. The committee will seek more bids on the project. Attorney Neil Galvin, who represents the school district, suggested rejecting the bids because the lowest bidder ($230,000) would not agree to the liquidated damages section of the contract - which pertains to the daily penalty incurred by the construction company if they do not finish the project by its due date. School business office manager Joan Tracey also advised against accepting any of the initial bids because it would require the committee to change the FY 2014 budget and allocate capital improvement funds. The Triplett School, which was used as an interim school facility for Sullivan elementary students during the construction of the new Pell Elementary School, has had a leaking roof for the majority of the school year. The initial request for bids, which went out over two months ago, had a completion date of Aug. 31, which would allow the school to be used, if needed, by the start of the school year. Rejecting the bids means that the roof will not be repaired by that date. The new bids will be for a new completion date of Oct. 1. Initially, the plan was for the school district to turn over the four former elementary school buildings to the city when classes ended for the summer. However, rising enrollment numbers over the past two years have caused the school committee to seek alternate uses for the Triplett School building in
case all of the city’s elementary students do not fit into the new Pell School. There is also the possibility of housing an early education Head Start program or special education pre-K in the Triplett facility. If the district does not need to use the school, it would then be handed over to the city. Some members of the school committee said that the school dis-
“Whether the city or we are the stewards of this building, it has got to be fixed." –Charles Shoemaker School Committee chairman trict should not repair the roof. Others said it should. School Committee chairman Charles Shoemaker said that he has discussed the roof with members of the Newport City Council, including Mayor Harry Winthrop and vice-chair Naomi Neville. “Whether the city or we are the stewards of this building, it has got to be fixed,” he said. “We could put it on our budget, and then city would reimburse us. It’d be a wash for us, and the roof would be fixed.” Committee member Thomas Phelan said if the building were handed over to the city, it’s possible that they would sell it “as is” without fixing the roof. The majority of the school committee though, believed that they should go ahead and repair the roof in case it is needed for students in the fall – which at this point, is still unknown. “First, this roof needs to be fixed,
and second, we don’t have assurances that we won’t need that building come September 1,” said vice-chairwoman Jo Eva Gaines. “That makes it imperative that we fix the building. We had decided long ago that building would be used for overflow. The roof should’ve been fixed months ago, but it wasn’t. So let’s just get it over and done with.” School superintendent John Ambrogi told the committee that he does not believe that the Triplett School will be needed for an overflow of students in the fall. “It is my firm belief that children would fit inside the Pell School,” he said, adding that during the budget sessions over the past few months, it was decided to take all utilities in the Triplett School offline. “ Now you’re saying to put them back online. That is a substantial strain to the budget,” he said. “I’d love to be able to do all these things, but when the city hasn’t funded us appropriately over the last eight years, we now find ourselves in a mess.” School director of property services Paul Fagan said that Triplett’s roof became so damaged over the last year that classrooms full of students had to be moved to other locations within the school due to leaks and mold. “It’s the taxpayers who will be paying for the repair either way,” said Shoemaker. “It’s their property, and we’re not being good stewards if we’re just letting it rot.” The committee voted to reject the initial bids on a 4-3 vote, with Rebecca Bolan, Thomas Phelan, and Robert Leary opposed. The second vote, which would immediately send the project back out to bid with an Oct. 1 completion date, was approved 5-2, with Phelan and Leary opposed.
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Furlough Impact Update Civilian personnel at Newport Naval Station will begin the furlough process the week of July 8 and continue through September. The mandatory 20 percent reduction in civilian working hours will impact services provided in many areas on the base. Most commands are furloughing personnel on Mondays and Fridays and service interruptions may be especially noted on those days. Impact on military families and the retiree community may be most significant in the following areas. Naval Health Clinic New England will furlough on Mondays and Fridays. Clinic operations will be business as usual with appointments and services scheduled as possible. On the furlough days, patients can expect longer wait times in ancillary services - laboratory, radiology and pharmacy. Parents are urged to schedule school and sports physicals as soon as feasible. Clinic schedule changes are listed as follows. The Immunization Clinic will be closed from 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. on Monday and Friday. Medical Records hours are: Monday 7:30-11:30 p.m. and 1:30-5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.5 p.m., Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m., and Saturday 7:30
a.m.-4 p.m. There will be no Coumadin clinic on Monday or Friday; pregnancy tests and EKGs will not be offered on Mondays or Fridays. Due to reduced staffing on Friday and Monday, the clinic’s Call Center business hours on those two days will be 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be a minimum lead time of 72 hours for telephone consults, including refills and non-acute care calls. Plan accordingly for refills. Patients can expect longer telephone wait times when scheduling appointments, and beneficiaries may experience some access to care issues with their primary care manager/team members. The Joint Personal Property Shipping Office will be closed Fridays. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Expect delays at the Pass & ID office on Mondays and Fridays. The Newport Commissary will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays. The Naval War College Museum will be closed on Mondays. Personnel requiring ID cards at building 690 are urged to make appointments instead of trying to get service on a walk-in basis. Schedule an appointment at rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil.
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War College Changes Hands The U.S. Naval War College held a change of command ceremony on Tuesday, July 2, during which Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert honored the service of outgoing president Rear Adm. John N. Christenson and welcomed Burrillville, R.I., native, Rear Adm. Walter E. “Ted” Carter Jr. as the 54th president of the College. Christenson assumed command of NWC on March 30, 2011 and will report as deputy U.S. military representative to the NATO Military Committee, Brussels, Belgium. Before taking the helm at the Naval War College, Carter was the director for the Navy’s Twenty-first Century Sailor Office, and in the past at sea, he commanded the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group 12, USS Carl Vinson and USS Camden. Ashore, Carter also commanded the Joint Enabling Capabilities Command. He has accumulated 6,150 flight hours in F-4, F-14, and F-18 aircraft with 2,016 carrier-arrested landings, the record among all active and retired U.S. naval aviation designators, and he has flown 125 combat missions.
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Navy Newport continues to support the Rhode Island Blood Center’s call for blood during the busy summer months. Surface Warfare Officers School will host a drive on Tuesday, July 16, 11 a.m.2 p.m., in the school’s Bobby Burke Lounge. The Bloodmobile will be at Officer Training Command in front of Callaghan Hall on Thursday, July 18, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
The Hatsuyuki Class destroyer Isoyuki will be dockside at Pier 2 on Saturday, July 6 and personnel with routine base access are welcome to tour the ship from 10 a.m. to noon. Visitors please note, the ship is not handicap accessible and no strollers are allowed. Parking is limited at the pier and guests may have to walk some distance to reach the vessel. For information, call 401-841-3538.
Military Appreciation Night at the Gulls The Raytheon Corporation will sponsor Military Appreciation Night at the Newport Gulls baseball game on Wednesday, July 17 at 6:35 p.m. The Gulls will take on the Sanford Mainers at Cardines Field. Admission is free for all military personnel.
Operation Military Kids Rhode Island’s Operation Military Kids is offering two free art workshops at the Newport Art Museum. Each session is for a particular age group. Class One, July 18 from 3:30 -5:30 p.m. is for ages 6-9, and Class Two, July 25 from 3:30-5:30 p.m., is for ages 10-15. The classes are taught by a professional arts educator and all materials will be provided. Children from all service branches are welcome, but space is limited so preregistration is required. Contact Pam at pmartin@uri.edu for more information and to register.
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Military Appreciation Day The International Tennis Hall of Fame will host Military Appreciation Day on Friday, July 12 during the Hall of Fame Tennis Championships. Tickets are half price for all active duty military, veterans and their families, and there will be a center court salute to the armed services between matches. Tickets are available by calling 401-849-6053.
Music on the Deck The Officers’ Club celebrates summer each week with Free Music Fridays on the deck at 5:30 p.m. All hands with base access are welcome to enjoy seafood and music – and the best view in town. Pat Cottrell performs acoustic rock on July 5 and George Zecher’s Steel Drum Band will play on July 12. For more information, call 401-841-1442.
No More Windshield Decals Vehicles entering Navy installations are no longer required to display a military installation access windshield decal. Access to the base is controlled by electronic credentialing and ID card checks at the gates. Individuals driving on base are still required to properly register and insure their vehicles. All vehicles must be maintained, inspected and registered in accordance with state and local laws.
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BUDGET CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 Freshman City Councilor Michael T. Farley was the most outspoken opponent of the budget. In a series of at-times tense exchanges, Farley pressed his fellow councilors on procedural grounds, challenged the arithmetic of staff, and suggested that the council had failed to address some major concerns he had raised earlier in the year. He also challenged the council to "get a better handle" on the budget process in the years to come and to pursue policy shifts that will yield both cost-savings and additional revenue. "For me, it's not just about cutting line items," Farley said. "it's about focusing on long-term decisions; not simply just cutting expenses, but adding revenue and resetting some of our priorities." He continued, "Beginning with the school department, I'd like the opportunity to increase school funding." He also said that the city should reduce the volume of trash that's sent to the Johnston landfill; questioned an earlier budget draft which included a disproportionate tax increase on commercial properties; urged that the city continue negotiations with the city's police and fire unions; and asked that staff seek out greater financial contributions from the city's non-profit landowners. He also lamented a stalled effort that he first proposed to provide year-round Newporters a degree of tax relief through a so-called homestead exemption, and the decision to reduce the city's contribution to its Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) trust fund. "We need to do better to share this burden," Farley observed before closing saying, "I'm not part of this budget decision." Unsurprisingly, his comments drew fire from other council members. Second Ward Councilor Justin S. McLaughlin took issue with Farley on technical grounds. According to McLaughlin, the contribution to the OPEB trust actually exceeds the amount the city would have to pay under even a "strict interpretation" of fiscal management. "We have not underfunded OPEB this year," he said, "we have overfunded it." Regarding the city's split tax rate,
McLaughlin suggested that had the council based its budget on the original rate structure, the commercial rate in this year's budget would have been "$2 higher than it actually is, and the residential rate would be 30 to 40 cents lower." Finally, McLaughlin offered that the council had not referred Farley's homestead exemption proposal for further study, but had rather asked that he develop recommendations, and suggested that he was "shifting" blame to the council for something Farley was ultimately responsible for. Councilwoman Naomi L. Neville agreed with McLaughlin. "I will say that this has been challenging with this council…but I have yet to hear anyone make an amendment or a suggestion to make this budget do something different," Neville said. "I would
"I will say that this has been challenging with this council…but I have yet to hear anyone make an amendment or a suggestion to make this budget do something different." –Naomi Neville be more than happy to listen to other people's ideas about what they would be doing as a policy to change the budget." But Farley found company with First Ward Councilor Marco T. Camacho and Third Ward Councilor Kathryn E. Leonard. Early in the budget process, Camacho challenged staff to cap the city's tax increase at 2.5 percent, but that effort fell short. "I don't believe in one-time fixes. I don't really believe in taking money out of the budget and putting capital improvements on hold that could cost later," Camacho said. Leonard continued her yearslong streak of refusing to vote in favor of a final budget for a variety of reasons. "I don't believe in one-time fixes," she said, citing concerns over a series of accounting strategies employed in the final proposal. Although the three "no" votes proved to be the minority, Neville conceded that many of their feelings were also shared by the ma-
jority. "I don't think anyone is happy with this budget," she said. "But we are where we are." In the end, four council members – Mayor Henry F. Winthrop, Neville, McLaughlin, and Councilor JeanneMarie Napolitano – voted to pass the $114 million budget. It was opposed by Councilors Farley, Leonard, and Camacho. Under the final plan, the city's overall tax levy was increased by 3.07 percent, with taxpayers paying $11.71 per $1,000 of assessed value on residential properties, and $16.23 per $1,000 of assessed value on commercial units. In other business, councilors: Approved a proposal to conduct a performance audit of the School Department that they hope will provide information on the fiscal health of the city's public schools. Voted with minimal discussion in favor of establishing a Charter Review Commission to be tasked with developing recommendations to update the city's founding document. Approved a proposal to convene a Financial Review Committee, whose sole responsibility will be to analyze the city's fiscal practices and seek out potential cost savings and new or enhanced revenue streams.
FY2013-14 Budget by the Numbers Over the next 12 months, the city is authorized to spend roughly $114 million, representing a 3.07 percent increase over last year's budget. Much of that plan will be paid for through a local tax levy, which is detailed below. Real Estate & Tangible Property Tax Levy: $65,199,069 Motor Vehicle Tax Levy: $1,800,000 Residential Property Tax Rate: $11.71 per $1,000 of assessed value Commercial Property Tax Rate: $16.23 per $1,000 of assessed value Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Rate: $23.45 per $1,000 of assessed value
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If you drive down Green End Avenue, just past the sign for the Norman Bird Sanctuary, you might see Jim Garman happily toiling away on a small plot of land across from a small residential development. Garman, a former university professor, is fulfilling a lifelong dream. For the past two years, he and his wife Michelle have been proud to call themselves farmers – microfarmers, to be exact. Their 2.5 acres, which they lease from the Aquidneck Land Trust by way of Sustainable Aquidneck, had been previously used to farm potatoes, graze cattle, and grow corn. Today, it’s home to a bustling group of innovators dedicated to preserving Aquidneck Island’s agricultural heritage. In addition to Garman’s farm, the land features a community garden, food scrap composting facility, and a solar-powered well. On a recent Thursday, Garman was busy tending to a row of bright red Russian kale. “These are almost ready,” he said, as his arm swooped to eradicate a weed. Nearby was a row of garlic, along with herbs, heirloom tomatoes, and lettuce. Harvesting in the early morning hours, Garman then delivers his yield in his red Ford pickup to a small but growing portfolio of local businesses. By the end of the day, most of his haul will have gone straight from the farm to the plate. “For years, Aquidneck Island was a real agricultural community,” says Garman, adding that, in those days, people knew where their food was coming from; they knew their farmers. Recently, there’s been a return to that way of life, with more and more people not only seeking out local produce, but demanding it. As Matt Plumb of Newport’s
Phil Hadley, who operates a small food scrapping compost yard, Matt Plumb, and James Garman, stand amid the rows of tomato plants destined for the Brick Alley Pub. (Photo by Tom Shevlin) Brick Alley Pub says, “The local food movement has gone mainstream.” Earlier this spring, Plumb paid a visit to Garman’s farm. He looked around, tasted some of the early crop, and posed a simple question: How much can you grow? For Garman, whose client list also includes A Market, Malt Tavern, and Bouchard’s, bringing Brick Alley into the fold offered him the chance to not only plant more but also validated his somewhat unconventional business model. In addition to growing salad staples, Garman has made a point to consult with local chefs to determine their needs. His response to their requests is straightforward: If he can grow it, he will. As a result, the crop at Garman Farms is varied and experimental. At one one end of the farm is a field of lavender being grown for Bellevue Avenue boutique Farmaesthetics. On the other are table flowers destined to adorn dining rooms around town. There’s one small row of artichokes. They’ve been doing surprisingly well, Garman says proudly, considering that artichokes are not known for growing in these parts. That he’s been able to raise them from seed
is a testament to Garman’s green thumb, and represents a prime example of the creative cultivation that can take place in the island’s soil. For Plumb, whose business prompted Garman to plant rows upon rows of new tomato plants, the farm is motivation. “I took an interest in micro-farming about two years ago,” he says. At first, Plumb was growing vegetables in his backyard to puree for his newborn son. But soon, he became enthralled. Now a member of the Portsmouth Agriculture Committee, Plumb has become an advocate for the local food movement, blogging on the subject frequently on Brick Alley’s food blog, and incorporating locally-sourced menu options at the popular Thames Street restaurant. In the long term, Plumb is hoping to encourage more entrepreneurs like Garman and to find creative ways to lengthen the growing season through the use of hydroponics and greenhouses. “Being able to talk to the person who’s growing [your produce] is really cool,” Plumb says.
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Hot, humid summer days are tailor-made for cold soups. Has everyone had enough gazpacho? Lettuce can be used to make a very fine tasting soup. One no longer finds Lettuce Soup on menus in restaurants, and few people make it at home, but it is such an elegant soup, and refreshing as well. It is easy to prepare and is great for luncheon or dinner. Another soup that has been missing from the table is chilled avocado soup. Unfortunately, we cannot grow avocados in our climate zone, but they make a mighty fine chilled soup, and our markets
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GARDEN from previous page are filled with avocados during the summer. If you like avocados or guacamole, this soup (which is more refined than guacamole) is for you. Chilled avocado soup has a silken quality. You can make it spicy or simply flavor it with salt and pepper. Both of these soups lend themselves to the addition of your own secret ingredients. No one really cares to cook on a hot day. These soups can be prepared the night before serving them. The avocado soup takes no cooking at all. Enjoy them out of doors in the evening or under a sun umbrella during the day. Cynthia Gibson is a gardener, food writer and painter. She gardens and tends her miniature orchard in Newport.
Growing Lettuce in Pots Terracotta is the best kind of pot to use for growing lettuce. Use a pot that is at least ten inches in diameter and eight inches tall. A “leaf lettuce mix” of seeds is the best because it gives you at least six different varieties in one packet. Fill the pot with pre-fertilized potting soil and water it until the soil is soaking wet. Start by placing about a half teaspoon of lettuce seeds in the palm of your hand. Each small seed represents one leaf lettuce plant. Do not bury the seeds. Place
one tiny seed at a time about a half inch apart. If by mistake you spill too many seeds onto the soil, remove them except for about five seeds. The tiny seed of leaf lettuce is quite productive in its growth. One lettuce seed can produce a handful of lettuce leaves. After about two and a half weeks to three weeks, you will have full-grown leaf lettuce. You can pinch off the leaves for cooking or to use in salads, and it will regenerate within about a week
since it is now an established plant. However, after the second pinching of lettuce leaves, it is best to pull them all out and start again. I replant my lettuces every three and a half weeks. That way, I have fresh lettuce all summer long. Leaf lettuces are fragile and not hardy at all. They love water, as water makes up 90 percent of the structure of lettuce. Oak leaf lettuce is a bit sturdier than other leaf lettuces. It is lobed just like an oak leaf, hence the name.
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Serves 4 This soup is pale in color, so a bright garnish of nasturtium petals or rose petals adds to a lovely presentation. Just be sure the flowers only come from your garden and have not been sprayed. Ingredients: 5 cups leaf lettuce (or two heads of Boston lettuce) 2 cups chicken broth (add more if you like a thinner soup) 2 cups light cream 2 tablespoons butter Freshly grated nutmeg to taste Salt and pepper to taste Nasturtium flowers (petals for garnish), four whole flowers On a cutting board, cut the lettuce leaves into shreds. Place the lettuce, broth and butter into a large saucepan and simmer, covered, for one half hour. Let cool to room temperature. In batches, place the broth and lettuce into a food processor and process until the mixture is evenly pureed. Place the lettuce and broth mixture in a large bowl, add the cream, grated nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least four hours. This soup can be made a day in advance. Before serving, garnish the soup with casually tossed nasturtium petals.
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Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 medium avocados, peeled and pitted Half of a cucumber, peeled and seeded 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice One shallot, finely chopped Half cup sour cream 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (or more for a thinner soup) 1 cup light cream 1 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper to taste Chopped chives for garnish (approximately 2 tablespoons) Place the avocado, cucumber, lime juice, shallot, and broth in a food processor and puree. Place the pureed mixture in a large bowl; add the sour cream, light cream, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least four hours. When you are ready to serve the soup, garnish with chopped chives. *Spiciness is an option with this special soup. You can add a few dashes of Tabasco, or for an alternative garnish, red and yellow peppers finely diced and sprinkled on top of the soup.
Chateau-sur-Mer (1852) is set in the midst of one of the finest picturesque parks and arboreta of the Victorian age. The Wetmore family assembled a mixture of specimen trees from around the world, including Europe, Japan, China and Iran. Jeff Curtis is the Director of Gardens and Grounds for The Preservation Society of Newport County. A native Newporter, Jeff has worked on the grounds of Newport’s grand estates for more than 30 years. As a trained arborist, his passion is the survival of the incredible variety of trees which have flourished here for more than a century. Among those is the
Turkish Oak, many of which once lined the exit drive of Chateau-sur-Mer. As some of these great trees began succumbing to disease and old age, Jeff searched for suitable replacements, only to find that they were not commercially available. So he found another solution. Gathering the acorns from the remaining healthy trees, he started a nursery to grow his own Turkish Oaks, ensuring the availability of enough seedlings to replace the aging trees, so that generations of visitors to come will continue to enjoy this unique Victorian masterpiece as its landscape designers intended.
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Wednesday July 3
Mother Goose Time Jamestown Philomenian Library hosts 30-minute play-based program with nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and books for children from birth to 2 years with caregiver, 26 North Rd., 10:15 a.m., 401-423-7280. Teen Crafts Make scratch CDs, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 11:30 a.m., all welcome, 401683-9457. “Yankee Doodle Dandy” Free screening of classic hit, sponsored by Newport This Week, Jane Pickens Theater, Washington Square, 2 p.m., janepickens.com. Growers’ Market Aquidneck Growers’ Market, local produce and products, Memorial Blvd. from Bellevue Ave. to Chapel St., 2-6 p.m., aquidneckgrowersmarket.org. “Hunger Games” Young adult summer program offers free screening, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 4 p.m., 401-423-7280. Oliver Hazard Perry Exhibit Opening reception for “Oliver Hazard Perry: The Hero of Lake Erie,” Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 4-6 p.m., 401-847-0292, redwoodlibrary.org.
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July 4 Independence Day Company March Artillery Company of Newport marches from Washington Square to the Common Burial Ground, 9 a.m. Ellery Tribute Graveside tribute to William Ellery, RI’s signer of the Declaration, Common Burial Ground, 9:30 a.m. Patriotic Concert Newport Community Band, 45-piece symphonic band, Washington Square, 10 a.m.
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ticketed event, call 401-841-0080 or email jess@ohpri.org. Opening Reception All media juried show, “Abstractions IV,” opens at the Portsmouth Arts Guild, 2679 East Main Rd., 6-8 p.m., refreshments, 401-293-5278, portsmouthartsguild.org. Summer Soirée Third annual fundraising gala, preview of “Outside In,” summer exhibition, Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley Rd., 6-9 p.m., 401-560-0979, jamestownartcenter.org. Screening at Sachuest Earth exploration through film, “Pale Male,” documentary about a Red-tail hawk that captured New York’s attention when it made its home on Fifth Ave., Sachuest Point Visitors Center, Sachuest Point Rd., Middletown, 6:30 p.m., free. Family Night on the Rails Kid-friendly, 90-minute narrated train ride along Narragansett Bay, with music by the Candyman Conductor, pizza and ice cream, 19 America’s Cup Ave., 6:30 p.m., 401-841-8700, newportdinnertrain.com. Newport Gulls Newport’s collegiate league team plays the Plymouth Pilgrims, Cardines Field, 20 America’s Cup Ave., 6:35 p.m., 401-845-6832, newportgulls.com.
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Friday July 5
Create a Comic Book Character Eric Fulford shows how to make a comic book character ‘come alive,’ ages 4+, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10:30 a.m., public welcome, free, drop in, 401-847-0292, redwoodlibrary.org. ‘Tween Event “Dig Into Ancient Egypt” with the summer reading program, make your own cartouche, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 11 a.m., ages 9-12, drop in, 401-8478720 x204. Dedication Eve Gala Fundraiser for SSV Oliver Hazard Perry, RI’s official sailing education vessel, Newport Shipyard, 6 p.m., honoring Vice Adm. Thomas Weschler, cocktails, entertainment, dinner/dance and live auction,
Improv Comedy Interactive comedy with the Bit Players, Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 8 p.m., 401-8493473, firehousetheater.org. Vinyl Grooves at Grand Rock, pop, country and soul, free concert at Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Hwy., 8:30 p.m., 18+, 401-849-5100, newportgrand.com.
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Growers’ Market Aquidneck Growers’ Market, local produce and products, 909 East Main Rd. (Newport Vineyards), Middletown, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., aquidneckgrowersmarket.org.
Redwood Book Group Meet to discuss “ The Poorhouse Fair,” by John Updike, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave. , 9:30 a.m., all welcome, 401-847-0292, redwoodlibrary.org. Family Tennis Weekend International Tennis Hall of Fame hosts family events during the qualifying tournament of the Tennis Hall of Fame Championships, 194 Bellevue Ave., 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 401-849-3990, tennisfame.com. Guided Nature Walks Family-friendly guided walks at Sachuest Point, meet at Visitors Center, Sachuest Point Rd., Middletown, 10:30 a.m., free, 401-8475511 x203. Tall Ship Hull Dedication SSV Oliver Hazard Perry, RI’s official sailing education vessel, will make a weekend appearance before returning to Senesco Marine for completion, Alofsin Pier, Fort Adams State Park, dedication at 11 a.m., tours following ceremony till 4 p.m., free, 841-0080, ohpri.org. Ice Cream Train Kid-friendly, 90-minute narrated train ride along Narragansett Bay, features an ice cream parlour car, 19 America’s Cup Ave., 11:30 a.m., 401-841-8700, newportdinnertrain.com. Saturday Book Club Discuss “Why Be Happy When You Could Be Normal,” by Jeanette Winterson, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 11:30 a.m., all welcome, 401-683-9457. Tiedemann Classics Regatta Classic wooden and antique sailboat race, 1 p.m., nyyc.org. Long Wharf Concerts The Shops at Long Wharf Summer Series with Inca Son, Long Wharf Mall, 1-5 p.m., free.
Polo Team USA vs. Ireland, Glen Farm, East Main Rd., Portsmouth, tailgating begins at 4 p.m., first chukka at 5 p.m., 847-7090, nptpolo.com. IYRS Gala Annual summer gala supporting the International Yacht Restoration School, dinner, dancing, cocktails, 449 Thames St., 6 p.m., 401-8485777 ext. 204, iyrs.org. Asado Lamb Roast Post-polo outdoor supper with the teams, advance ticketing only, Glen Farm, East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 7:15 p.m., 401-847-7090, nptpolo.com. New Murder Mystery “Portrait of a Killer,” family-friendly interactive whodunit with the Marley Bridges Theatre Co., debuts at the Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 7 p.m., 401-848-8200, newportartmuseum.org. Improv Comedy 8 and 10 p.m. See Friday, July 5. Steely Dan Tribute at Grand Hey Nineteen, Steely Dan tribute band, plays free concert at Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Hwy., 9 p.m., 18+, 401-849-5100, newportgrand.com.
Sunday July 7
Bird Walk Jay Manning leads guided bird walk at the Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown, 8 a.m., no registration necessary, bring binoculars, 401-846-2577, normanbirdsanctuary.org. Family Tennis Weekend 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. See Saturday, July 6 for details.
Jazz at the Vineyard Live jazz at Greenvale, 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth, 1-4 p.m., 401-847-3777, greenvale.com.
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PERRY CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 one another. Elliott was older, lower in rank and egotistical. F Early in the morning of Sept. 10, 1813, the British squadron under Commander Robert H. Barclay was sighted on Lake Erie by the Americans. The ensuing battle pitted six British vessels against nine U.S. vessels. F The actual fighting began just before noon with the Americans sailing into the confrontation. A gap developed between the Lawrence and the Niagara, in effect, holding back two-thirds of the American squadron. (Elliott would later claim it was due to light winds.) F The Lawrence fought the entire British fleet virtually solo and was practically destroyed in the process. Two-thirds of the crew were either dead or wounded. Perry rolled up banner and shifted his command to the Niagara. F Perry ordered Elliott to “bring up” the rest of the squadron, which he did. As one historian stated, “Under Perry, Niagara’s unfavorable wind immediately became favorable.” F Thus reinforced, Perry proceeded to defeat the British from the decks of the Niagara. This event marked the first time in
world history that a British squadron had been defeated, and the first time an American commander had successfully shifted his flag in the midst of battle. Perry sent his famous message to General William Henry Harrison, who would later become President, “We have met the enemy and they are ours.” Now a national hero, Perry eventually returned to Newport. In 1817, he lived in the Jahleel Brenton House on Thames Street. This mansion was on the site of the Mary Street municipal parking lot. In the following year, November 1818, the Perrys bought a house in Washington Square, but Perry did not live there long as he was sent on a mission to South America. While in South America, Perry had contracted yellow fever and died on his birthday a few days later, Aug, 23, 1819, at the age of 34 aboard the U.S. schooner Nunsuch near Angostura (Ciudad Bolivar) on the Orinoco River in Venezuela. In that era, people believed that they could catch death by having a dead body on board. Perry was taken 200 miles from his place of death and was interred at Port of Spain, Trinidad. Eventually, the U.S. government dispatched the Lexington to Trinidad to bring his remains
home. The ship arrived in Newport on Nov. 27, 1826. His funeral on Dec. 4 was considered the most imposing ever witnessed here. With silence prevailing, except for the sound of mournful music and marching soldiers, Perry’s funeral procession went along Thames Street to Old Common Burial Ground and interred. Ten years later, on May 24, 1836, the purchase was completed on his present day resting spot, which is in Island Cemetery. This beautiful spot, which at that time allowed for an extraordinary view of the harbor and bay, was fitting for this naval hero. In his memory, a tall granite obelisk has been erected by the State of Rhode Island in his family plot.
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Tall Ship Perry Preview Next year, Rhode Island’s sail training vessel SSV Oliver Hazard Perry will be homeported at Fort Adams, with her masts and rigging visible for miles, whether she is underway or alongside. Until then though, she is just in town for a few days for Dedication Weekend, a three day celebration of what is yet to be – a 196-foot, three-masted, squared-rigged tall ship. The hull was towed to Newport Shipyard last week from Quonset’s Senesco Marine for painting in preparation for the weekend. And though outfitting the ship with its three 13-story masts, six miles of rigging and 14,000 square feet of sails is still to come, the rapidly evolving work-in-progress makes a massive impression and provides a clear picture of what will undoubtedly become one of Rhode Island’s maritime gems. The SSV Oliver Hazard Perry is the first oceangoing full-rigged ship to be built in the U.S. in over 100 years. She will be a U.S.-documented sailing school vessel, inspected and certified by the U.S. Coast Guard, and will have a capacity for up to 36 students on overnight trips and up to 85 for day trips, with 13 professional crew aboard and handicapaccessible berths available. Touted as a training vessel for students of all ages since its incep-
tion, the ship will take students for periods ranging from day sails to full semesters at sea. Enthusiasm from the educational community has gained momentum in recent months as progress on the ship has escalated, and both Roger Williams University and Salve Regina University have committed to at sea programming. A dedication gala will be held at the Newport Shipyard on Friday, July 5, with cocktails and dinner, dessert and dancing, and a raffle and live auction to raise funds for the ship, which will be dockside during the event. The evening will also honor the leadership of Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island Chairman Emeritus, Vice Adm. Thomas R. Weschler, who was the driving force behind the multi-year project. The formal public dedication of the ship is set for Saturday morning, July 6, at 11 a.m. pier-side at
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9 a.m. Artillery Company of Newport marches to the gravesite of William Ellery, signer of the Declaration of Independence O 9:30 a.m. Common Burial Ground Gravesite Tribute to William Ellery O 9:45 a.m. Bike Parade from Common Burial Ground to Washington Square O 10 a.m. Newport Community Band Patriotic Concert – outside, Washington Square O 10 a.m. “Abe Lincoln Speaks: My Early Life up to the Presidency,” lecture and Q&A, Colony House O 10:30 a.m. Pie Eating Contest, beneath Oliver Hazard Perry statue O 11 a.m. Reading of the Declaration of Independence, Colony House steps O 11:30 a.m. “Abe Lincoln Speaks: My Gettysburg Address: The How and the Why” lecture and Q&A, Colony House O Noon Artillery Company of Newport Cannon Salute and Ringing of the Bells of Independence
Easton’s Beach Summer Concerts Tuesday, July 23 Lois Vaughan Jazz Quintet Tuesday, July 30 Chelley, Bill and Dyl, blues, Motown, jazz
Family Night Concert Series (All shows begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately 90 minutes. In case of rain, concerts will be rescheduled.) Tuesday, July 9 Joe’s Backyard Band, blues and Motown Tuesday, July 16 New York Minute, classic rock
Children’s Performance Series (All shows begin at 6 p.m. and last approximately 45 minutes. In case of rain, performances move indoors to the Rotunda ballroom) Thursday, July 11 T-Bone, singer, followed by the first Beach Idol competition of the season Thursday, July 18 Tommy James, magician Thursday, July 25 Rolie Polie Guacamole, musicians
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Scenic Train Rides Enjoy a narrated ten-mile scenic ride along Narragansett Bay, Old Colony Railway Depot, 19 America’s Cup Ave., 11:45 a.m. and 2 p.m., 401-849-0546, ocnrr.com. Tiedemann Classics Regatta Classic wooden and antique sailboat race, 1 p.m., nyyc.org. Fishing for Fun Families and novice fishermEn welcome, rods and tackle provided, Sachuest Point, meet at Visitors Center, Sachuest Point Rd., Middletown, 1:30-3:30 p.m., free, 401-8475511 x203.
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Middletown Historical Society Witherbee Schoolhouse (Valley Rd. and Green End Ave.), Boyd’s Windmill and Paradise School (corner of Paradise and Prospect avenues), open for touring 2-4 p.m., middletownhistory.org. Open Mic Sunday Open mic at Custom House Coffee, 600 Clock Tower Square, Portsmouth, 2-5 p.m., featured performers 3-3:45 p.m., 401-682-2600. NIMfest Concert Newport Independent Music Festival summer concert series with The Reprobates playing folk and Michael Troy singing traditional maritime tunes, King Park, Wellington Ave., 3-6 p.m., free. Free Sunset Concert The Standards play free pop rock concert at Newport Yachting Center, America’s Cup Ave., 7:30 p.m., newportwaterfrontevents.com.
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Newport Gulls Newport’s collegiate league team plays the New Bedford Bay Sox, Cardines Field, 20 America’s Cup Ave., 6:35 p.m., 401-845-6832, newportgulls.com.
Tuesday July 9
Monday Tennis Championship Hall of Fame Tennis Championship early rounds, International Tennis Hall of Fame, 194 Bellevue Ave., 11 a.m., tennisfame.com.
Pre-K Storytime Storytime for preschoolers at the Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10:30 a.m., public welcome, free, drop in, 401-847-0292, redwoodlibrary.org.
Historical Research Workshop Learn about the Newport Historical Society holdings and how to research the history of your house, family, neighborhood or any period from Newport’s history, Newport Historical Society, 82 Touro St., 1 p.m., members free, non-members $10, reservations required, space limited, 401-846-0813. Bird Brains Norman Bird Sanctuary program for kids entering grades 3-6, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 6 p.m., registration at 401-683-9457.
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The Newport Art Museum’s PM Musical Picnic Series kicks off on Wednesday, July 10 with a concert by reggae band The Ravers. The summer evening picnics take place on the museum’s lawn, 76 Bellevue Avenue, and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner and enjoy the best music Newport has to offer. The family-friendly events are held rain or shine. Tickets are $5 for member adults/$4 member youth and $10 non-members adults/$8 youth. No reservations are required. For more information and a full schedule of PM Musical Picnics, visit newportartmuseum.org.
Puppet Workshop Put on a puppet show and make a craft with Sue Klau, Newport Public Library, 10 a.m., ages 5-8, registration required, 401-847-8720.
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Tennis See Monday, July 8. Mehndi Teens learn about and make henna tattoos, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 2:30 p.m., registration and permission slip required, 401-683-9457. Create a Comic Book Character Eric Fulford shows how to create a comic book character, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 4 p.m., register at 401-423-7280. Dinner and Concert Series Sweet Berry Farm presents classic bluegrass and more by A Bluegrass Invitation Band, 915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown, 6 p.m., dinner available (call to reserve), 401-8473912, sweetberryfarmRI.com. Beach Concert The City of Newport’s Family Night features Joe’s Backyard Band playing blues and Motown, Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd., 6 p.m., free, 401-845-5810.
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“Dig Those Animals” Learn which animals like to dig and why, all ages, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10 a.m., public welcome, free, drop in, 401847-0292, redwoodlibrary.org. Children’s Music Program Christopher Kavi Carbone leads music program for children up to age 6, Aquidneck Park, Spring St., next to Newport Public Library, 10:30 a.m., drop in, 401-847-8720. Special Viewing and Tour The Preservation Society’s John Tschirch offers special viewing of “Sketches and Designs by Stanford White” and discusses what inspired White’s work at the Isaac Bell House, 70 Perry St., 11 a.m., members $5, non-members $10, reserve at 401-847-1000 x154 or newportmansions.org. Tennis See Monday, July 8. Growers’ Market Aquidneck Growers’ Market, local produce and products, Memorial Blvd. from Bellevue Ave. to Chapel St., 2-6 p.m., aquidneckgrowersmarket.org. Poetry Slam Young Adult summer program with Christopher Johnson, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 4 p.m., 401-423-7280. PM Musical Picnic Enjoy the reggae sounds of The Ravers on the Newport Art Museum lawn, 76 Bellevue Ave. 6 p.m., member adult $5/youth $4, non-member adult $10/youth $8, no reservations, newportartmuseum.org.
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For more information about these restaurants, please see their display ads found on the pages of this week’s edition of Newport This Week. 1) Ben’s Chili Dogs, 158 Broadway, Newport 2) Norey’s, 156 Broadway, Newport 3) Fifth Element, 111 Broadway, Newport 4) Salvation Cafe, 140 Broadway, Newport 5) PJ2Go, 88 Broadway, Newport 6) The Deli, 66 Broadway, Newport 7) Pour Judgement, 32 Broadway, Newport 8) Tavern on Broadway, 16 Broadway, Newport 9) One Eighty Bar & Grille, 10 Broadway, Newport 10) Perro Salado, 19 Charles St., Newport 11) Newport Dinner Train, 19 America’s Cup Ave., Newport 12) Rhumbline, 62 Bridge St., Newport 13) Pineapple’s On the Bay/Hyatt Regency, Newport 14) Busker’s Irish Pub, 178 Thames St., Newport 15) El Perrito, 190 Thames St., Newport 16) Aloha Cafe, 18 Market Square, Newport 17) The Wharf Pub, 31 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport 18) Diego’s, 11 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport 19) The Port Grille & Raw Bar, 359 Thames St, Newport 20) O’Brien’s Pub, 501 Thames St., Newport 21) Thai Cuisine, 517 Thames St., Newport 22) One Bellevue, Hotel Viking, Newport 23) Genie’s Lounge, 94 William St., Newort 24) La Forge Casino Restaurant, 186 Bellevue Ave., Npt. 25) Canfield House, 5 Memorial Blvd., Npt. 26) Easton’s Beach Snack Bar, 175 Memorial Blvd., Npt. 27) Flo’s Clam Shack, 44 Wave Ave., Middletown 28) Atlantic Grille, 91 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown
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Mama Leone’s Pizzeria Ristorante 150 Connell Hwy., Newport Newport Grand 150 Admiral Kalbfus Rd., Newport Anthony’s Seafood 963 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown Coddington Brewing Company 210 Coddington Hwy., Middletown Custom House Coffee 796 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown International House of Pancakes 159 W. Main Rd., Middletown Rhea’s Inn & Restaurant 120 West Main Rd., Middletown Sweet Berry Farm 915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown The Montaup Grille 500 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth
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Concert in Ballard Park Newport Community Band, 45-piece symphonic band, performs at Ballard Park Quarry Meadow, Hazard Road, 6:30-8 p.m., kid-friendly, bring lawn chairs, picnic, free, 401-619-3377, ballardpark.org.
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Sunset Music Series Chris Isaak live at Newport Yachting Center, America’s Cup Ave., 7 p.m., newportwaterfrontevents. com.
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Mad Science at Library Kids ages 4+ dig into the layers of the earth to find out what’s there, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St, 10:30 a.m., drop in, 401-8478720.
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Tennis See Monday, July 8. Teen Drumming Teen summer reading program kicks off with drumming by Rick Morin and Rhythm Imaginarium, Newport Public Library, 4:30 p.m., 401-847-8720. Ducks Race for Education 7th Annual Duck Race to benefit Middletown public school students, 1000 numbered plastic ducks “race” to shore for great prizes, kids activities, Third Beach, Middletown, 5-7 p.m., mecmec.org. Newport Gallery Night Newport’s art galleries offer evening hours, free walking art tours, Redwood Library open, free admission to the Newport Art Museum, 5-8 p.m., newportgalleries.org. “If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare” Informal group meets weekly to give interpretive readings of Shakespeare’s works, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 5 p.m., 401847-0292, redwoodlibrary.org. Children’s Night The City of Newport’s Children’s Night with singer T-Bone, Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd., 6 p.m., free, 401-845-5810. Pajama Storytime Children are invited to enjoy stories in their PJs, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 6:30 p.m., 401-423-7280. newportFILM Documentary “Stories We Tell,” outdoor screening at St. George’s
Yellow Duckies Galore The Middletown Education Collaborative will hold its 7th Annual Third Beach Duck Race on July 11, 5-7 p.m. at Third Beach in Middletown. One thousand yellow rubber ducks will be sold for $10 each and set free in the waters off Third Beach; the first ones to cross the finish line garner cash prizes for their “sponsors.” The grand prize is $1000. Only 1000 rubber ducks will be sold, so sponsors have a 1 in a 1000 chance of winning $1000. The second place prize is $350, and third place prize is $150. Additional prizes will be awarded for 4th - 10th place finishers. The fun-filled event includes children’s activities, crafts, music and food. Proceeds fund educational programs for Middletown’s public school students. Last year, the Middletown Educational Collaborative awarded over $15,000 in educational grants for Middletown students. Purchase rubber ducks in advance at mecmec.org. Ducks will be sold on race day at the beach. School Purgatory Rd., Middletown (rain location Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody St.), sunset, approx. 8:20 p.m., $5, newportfilm.com.
Friday July 12
Newport Music Festival Opens Classical music in spectacular settings through July 28. For full schedule/ticketing call 401-8461133 or newportmusic.org. Newport Regatta Sailboat races in Narragansett Bay and RI Sound, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., courses available at newportsailingweek.com. Tennis See Monday, July 8. ‘Tweens Dig In Kids ages 9-12 paint clay pots and plant flowers, Newport Public Library, 11 a.m., drop in, 401-8478720. Cambridge Choir Concert The Pembroke College Choir of Cambridge University, UK, concert, Trinity Church, Queen Anne Square, 5 p.m., 401-846-0660. Newport Gulls Newport’s collegiate league team plays the Danbury Westerners, Cardines Field, 20 America’s Cup Ave., 6:35 p.m., 401-845-6832, newportgulls.com.
Sunset Music Series Iconic B.B. King live at Newport Yachting Center, America’s Cup Ave., 7 p.m., newportwaterfrontevents.com. “Nuit Blanche” Gala Island Moving Co. presents fundraising gala at Bellevue House, 304 Bellevue Ave., 8 p.m., 401 8474470, tickets available at islandmovingco.org. Dance Band at Grand Those Guys, a high energy dance band, plays free concert, 18+, Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Hwy., 8:30 p.m., 401-849-5100, newportgrand.com.
Saturday July 13
Jamestown Half Marathon Scenic race around Jamestown, starts and ends at Potter’s Cove, 6:30 a.m. start, registration and shuttle info at uhctriplecrown.com/Jamestown. Book Sale Stock up on summer reading material at the Friends of the Newport Library Book Sale, 300 Spring St., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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‘Lincoln’ Film Celebrates Independence By Patricia Lacouture The 4th of July is about much more than picnics and fireworks. The holiday honors the concept of independence, an idea that was central to one of last year’s best movies – Steven Spielberg’s “Lincoln.” The film received 12 Academy Award nominations and is now available on DVD. Daniel Day-Lewis won the Best Actor Oscar for his portrayal of President Abraham Lincoln as a man blessed with extraordinary intelligence as well as compassion. The film covers the final four months of Lincoln’s life and his push to pass the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery. The film’s slow, steady camera movement seemed to mirror Lincoln’s carefully thought-out, conscience-driven decision. The amendment became law on April 8, 1864, but some slaves had been already freed following Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation in 1863. The proclamation amount-
The Jane Pickens Theater will show the new movie based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel, “The Great Gatsby” Friday, July 5 through Thursday, July 11. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Gatsby and Cary Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan. (In the 1974 film version, Robert Redford and Mia Farrow starred in the 1974 version, which was filmed in Newport.) Recently, Newport This Week film critic Patricia Lacouture wrote of the film, “Leonardo DiCaprio makes a wonderful Gatsby, full of restrained passion, deep longing, melancholy. He is a man capable
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of moments of wild fury as well as child-like hope. DiCaprio is more overtly passionate in this role than previous Gatsbys have been, including Alan Ladd’s 1949 portrayal.” Show times are 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For a complete schedule, visit janepickens.com.
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ed to a statement of the ideal, and not every state wished to follow an “ideal.” So, the bloody Civil War continued. Pleading his case, Day-Lewis, as Lincoln, says, “We have stepped out on the world stage now. Now! With the fate of human dignity in our hands. Blood’s been spilled to afford us this moment now. Now! Now!” Softening his voice, he then asked, “Shall we stop this bleeding?” In his review of the film, the late Roger Ebert wrote, “The hallmark of the man [Lincoln], performed so powerfully by Daniel Day-Lewis, is calm self-confidence, patience and a willingness to play politics in a realistic way.”
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Newport Music Festival Classical music in mansion settings through July 28. For full schedule/ ticketing call 401- 846-1133 or newportmusic.org. Growers’ Market Aquidneck Growers’ Market, local produce and products, 909 East Main Rd. (Newport Vineyards), Middletown, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., aquidneckgrowersmarket.org. Newport Regatta 11 a.m. See Friday, July 12. Tennis See Monday, July 8. Newport Kite Festival Hundreds of kites soar across the sky. Brenton Point, Ocean Drive, 12.-5 p.m., free, demos, workshops, open flying, full schedule at newportkitefestival.com. Long Wharf Concerts The Shops at Long Wharf Summer Series with Carlos & Ramos, Long Wharf Mall, 1-5 p.m., free. Polo Newport vs. Dallas, Glen Farm, East Main Rd., Portsmouth, tailgating begins at 4 p.m., first chukka at 5 p.m., 401-847-7090, nptpolo.com. Redwood Gala “Strictly Sinatra,” with Michael Dutra and his eight piece band performing the original Nelson Riddle arrangements in an intimate 50s’ “supper club setting,” Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 6:30 p.m., advance ticketing only, 401-8470292, redwoodlibrary.org. Murder Mystery Join the Marley Bridges Theatre Co. for “Newport Nuptials,” interactive murder mystery at the Newport Art Museum set in the 1920s, 76 Bellevue Ave., 7 p.m., newportartmuseum.org. Free Concert at Grand Split Infinity, an 80s tribute band, plays free concert, 18+, Newport
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Green Animals Children’s Party Circus acts, music, magic, clowns, puppets, pony rides, refreshments on historic estate, Green Animals Topiary Garden, 380 Cory’s Lane, Portsmouth, 4-8 p.m., members adult $15/child free, non-members adult $20/child (6-17) $5, all children 5 and under are free, tickets at door, newportmansions.org. Summer Comedy Series Bill Burr performs at Summer Comedy Series, Newport Yachting Center, America’s Cup Ave., 7:30 p.m., newportwaterfrontevents.com. “Battle of the Sexes” 40th anniversary screening of the famed tennis battle between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs, International Tennis Hall of Fame, 194 Bellevue Ave., 8 p.m., $30, 401-8496053, tennisfame.com.
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From Religious Tolerance to Liberty By Pat Blakeley This year marks the 350th anniversary of Rhode Island’s 1663 Colonial Charter, the document that not only established the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, but also guaranteed freedom of religion and the separation of church and state as a matter of law for the first time in the modern world. The Charter, secured by Newport’s Dr. John Clarke, set the stage for what would become America - a rich cultural landscape bubbling with new ideas. The Puritans expelled dissenters from their communities, and they fled to Rhode Island in droves. Widely regarded by other colonies as a “sewer” of miscreants, unruly Newport was a hotbed of activity, a noisy enclave where people of many cultures worked side by side in political and economic arenas, while still maintaining their distinct religious profiles. Persons of all religions, if not exactly welcomed with open arms, were at least tolerated in Newport, and that was more than enough to attract people from around the world searching for the chance to freely practice their beliefs. They came, they worshipped, they thrived – and they left a legacy that shaped America. Newport is fortunate to have many historic houses of worship still standing, many home to active congregations. Touro Synagogue (1763), 85 Touro St., is the oldest synagogue building in America and is home to congregation Jeshuat Israel, founded in 1658 by Jews from the West Indies, descendants of ‘conversos’ who fled Inquisitions in Spain and Portugal. The Palladian-style building, designed by self-tutored architect Peter Harrison, is angled so
that the congregation faces east towards Jerusalem. George Washington wrote his now famous “Letter to the Hebrew Congregation at Newport” in 1790 voicing his commitment to religious liberty, not just toleration, and ensuring that the new country would give “to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance.” Touro Synagogue stands as a symbol of religious freedom for all Americans. The Seventh Day Baptist Meeting House (1730), 82 Touro Street, is the oldest surviving Baptist church building in America. The architectural gem, designed by master builder Richard Munday, who also built Trinity Church, was considered to be one of the finest colonial interiors in Rhode Island. It features exquisitely-detailed woodwork throughout and has many elements similar to Trinity, albeit on a smaller scale: carved paneling, wineglass style pulpit, and wooden tablets with the Ten Commandments mounted on the wall. The church served a diverse congregation; African Americans and Native Americans are listed in early records. Great Friends Meeting House (1699), Marlborough Street, is the oldest house of worship in Rhode Island. The widely-persecuted Quakers found safe haven in Newport and thrived socially, economically, and politically – serving at the highest levels of government. The meeting house was the largest structure of any kind in the colonies between Boston and New York and was the site of the New England Yearly Meeting of Friends until 1905. Trinity Church (1726), Queen Anne Square, is the oldest Episcopal parish in Rhode Island, formed in 1698. The Anglican Church came
St. Mary’s Church, Catholic, 1852, Spring Street. (Photo by Jack Kelly) relatively late to Newport; after all, early settlers had left England to escape the intolerant Church of England. This church was considered be to the most beautiful wooden structure in the country when it was built and is notable for its tall, elegant spire, box pews and Tiffany stained glass windows. The centeraisle triple-deck wineglass pulpit is the only one in America. Prominent visitors have included George Washington, Queen Elizabeth II and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. St. Mary’s Church (1852), Spring Street and Memorial Blvd., is home to the oldest Catholic parish in Rhode Island. The Irish came to Newport in the 1820s and found a relatively tolerant haven from the anti-Catholic and Irish sentiments in surrounding areas. The Bishop of Boston directed that a Catholic parish be established in 1828 to serve the hundreds of Irish laborers in the area. The congregation quickly expanded, and a new large Gothic Revival brownstone edifice was constructed, reflecting the increasing
Trinity Church, Episcopal, 1726, Queen Anne Square. (Photo by Rob Thorn)
wealth and influence of the Roman Catholic community. America’s first and only Catholic president, John F. Kennedy, was married to summer resident Jacqueline Bouvier at St. Mary’s on September 12, 1953. The United Baptist Church (1846), 30 Spring Street, is home to Dr. John Clarke’s First Baptist Church, the oldest congregation on the island, established in 1638. One of the original settlers, Clarke guided his congregation to become the second Baptist church in America. The building is modified Greek Revival but still captures the early colonial meeting house style. Two rooms of items of historical interest pertaining to Clarke and the early days of the church are on display. Many houses of worship important to Newport’s history are now private homes; here are two of particular importance that can be viewed from the street. The Second Congregational Church (1735) at 15 Clarke Street was Ezra Stiles’ pulpit from 1755 until he fled
at the beginning of the British occupation. Stiles was a theologian, philosopher, scientist, and astronomer who was widely recognized as the most learned man in New England. An avowed patriot and early advocate of rights and liberties, he campaigned against slavery and worked to educate African Americans. He became president of Yale University in 1778. During the war, British forces occupied both the church and Stiles’ rectory at 14 Clarke Street. Union Congregational Church (1871) at 49 Division Street was home to the first African American congregation in Newport. Freed slave Newport Gardner organized the church in 1824, and the congregation met at the home of Peter Bours next door at 47 Division Street for years. Union Congregational purchased the original structure on the property from the Fourth Baptist Church and erected the present Gothic Revival building on the old foundation in 1871.
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Eugene Karol Jr., 78, of Newport, passed away June 27, 2013 unexpectedly at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the husband of Carol Karol. Frank “Larry” Nunes, 91, of Middletown, passed away June 27, 2013 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Mary (Medeiros) Nunes. He was a U. S. Army Air Corps veteran serving in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He owned several businesses in Middletown and also served as a State Representative for Middletown from 1970 – 1978. Donations in his memory may be made to the Middletown Rotary Club Scholarship Fund, PO Box 4258 Middletown, RI 02842. Catherine Lillian O’Loughlin, 84, of Portsmouth, passed away June 27, 2013 at Charlton Memorial Hospital Fall River, Mass. She was the wife of Francis Anthony O’Loughlin. She also leaves 22 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.
Florence P. (Asendorf) Olszewski, 82, of Portsmouth, passed away June 30, 2013 at home. She was the wife of the late Master Chief Anthony Peter Olszewski, USN Ret. Visiting hours will be Wednesday July 3 from 4-7 p.m. at the O’Neill-Hayes Funeral Home. Burial will be held at Westhampton Cemetery, Westhampton, NY on July, 5. Donations in her memory may be made to Southcoast Health System, 200 Mill Rd., Fairhaven, MA 02719. Edith W. (Covell) Simmons, 94, of Middletown, passed away June 29, 2013 at Newport Hospital. She was the wife of the late Stephen Simmons. Donations in her memory may be made to St. John the Evangelist Church, 61 Poplar St., Newport, RI 02840. Barbara Ann (Waltz) Souza, 63, of Newport, passed away June 27, 2013 in Providence. She was the wife of John P. Souza Jr. She served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
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Surprise Homecoming On Sunday, June 30, the Rev. Katherine Mitchell made a return visit to her home church of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Newport. She and her husband, Bruce, surprised the congregation at the morning worship services. The former member of St. Paul’s heard the call to ministry several years ago and was mentored by the Rev. Lark d’Helen, the Rev. John Holt and Bishop C. Dale White. Mitchell was recently ordained as an Elder in Full Connection of the United Methodist Church at the recently gathered New England Annual Conference, held at Gordon College mid-June. As part of that celebration, a special stole was presented to her. It was created by St. Paul’s current pastor, Rev. Becky Baumann, using fabric swatches contributed by he St. Paul community. Last Sunday, when Mitchell arrived for worship, she was wearing the stole. As she greeted friends and mentors, she expressed gratitude for the support given to her and her family. At the end of worship, Baumann invited her to come forward to serve Holy Communion.
St. Mary’s Priest Retires Father George McCarthy, pastor of St. Mary’s Church, retired on Sunday, June 30, after 37 years of service to the Newport community. Reverend Kris Von Maluski, who is the Catholic Chaplain at Salve Regina University, will serve as St. Mary’s new pastor.
Touro 250th Celebration Concert Touro Synagogue will host a Newport Music Festival concert as part of the synagogue’s 250th anniversary celebration on Sunday, July 21 at 5 p.m. Czech cellist Jiří Bárta will play a program of Bach Cello Suites and the Kodály Cello Sonata. Main floor seats are $25 and balcony seats are $20. Call the Newport Music Festival at 401-849-0700 or visit newportmusic.org for tickets.
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The Women’s Group of St. Mark Church, Jamestown will host a Pies & Purses Fundraiser to benefit Oklahoma tornado victims on Saturday, July 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations of gently used pocketbooks and designer bags or homemade pies are welcome. Monetary donations are also accepted (checks made out to St. Mark Church/Tornado Fund). Donations may be dropped off Friday, July 5, 9-11 a.m. and 4-7 p.m. and on Saturday, July 6, 8-9 a.m. For more information call Judy at 401-423-2497 or Eileen at 401-423-2435.
Calvary Yard Sale Calvary United Methodist Church will host its annual Yard Sale on Saturday, July 6, 9 a.m.1 p.m. at the church, 200 Turner Road, Middletown. The event will feature a thousand ‘white elephant’ treasures, a bake sale and lunch. For more information, contact Mary Kittredge at 401-855-1068 or mrkittredge@gmail.com.
Art and History Mix at Newport Congregational
Newport Congregational Church, located at Pelham and Spring streets, is open to the public for viewing through September on Friday and Saturday, with informal tours from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The National Historic Landmark’s murals and stained glass windows by John La Farge, as well as the adaptive re-use projects by Rhode Island School of Design students will be on display. The RISD exhibition consists of models and drawings related to potential adaptive re-use scenarios for the historic sanctuary and art installations incorporating the La Farge artwork. Entry is from Pelham Street. For more information, call 401-619-5109.
Ecclesia Consort at Newport Music Festival
Ecclesia Consort, a New England choral organization dedicated to preserving sacred choral music, will perform at a pre-festival concert at Portsmouth Abbey auditorium on Wednesday, July 10 at 8 p.m. as part of the Newport Music Festival The concert includes music of Palestrina, Verdi, and American folk songs. Tickets to a 6:30 p.m. pre-concert reception to benefit the Malkovich Concert Fund and the performance are $75, and concert-only tickets are $20. The group will also perform at the July 12 Festival Opening Night Concert at The Breakers. Portsmouth Abbey is located at 285 Cory’s Lane, Portsmouth. The Breakers is at 44 Ochre Point Ave. Event ticketing at newportmusic.org.
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The novel “To Kill a Mockingbird” will be the focus of a month-long program at Jamestown’s Central Baptist Church. The 9:30 a.m. Sunday services will focus on parables provided by the book’s characters, including Boo Radley, Jem and Scout Finch, Atticus Finch and Tom Robinson. “Each summer we shift gears a bit,” said Rev. Kathryn Palen. “In the past we have used films by Clint Eastwood, the music of Bruce Springsteen, Bono and the Beatles, and the stories of Luke Skywalker, Frodo, Harry Potter and Buffy the Vampire Slayer as springboards for our worship services. I am excited about what we may discover as we open the covers of this amazing work by Harper Lee.” In addition to the worship services, the church will host a discussion of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 11 and show a screening of the awardwinning film adaptation of the book at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25. The public is welcome at all events. The church is located at 99 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown. For more information, call 401-423-1651.
Emmanuel Youth Education Emmanuel Church will hold Summer Christian Formation for young people age 3 and above each Sunday 10-10:45 a.m. through Sept. 8. All are welcome for Bible stories, song and play. For more information, contact Ministry Developer Mary Ann Kolakowski at ministrydeveloper@cox.net.
Men’s Bible Study Group Trinity Church’s Men’s Bible Study meets Tuesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. at Seamen’s Church Institute. The group, led by Paul Taylor and Brook Richards, is studying the Gospel of Mark and is open to any men in the area who want thoughtful and intelligent discussion. Call 401-846-0660 for more information.
Donations for St. Paul’s Thrift Shop
St. Paul’s Thrift Shop has a continuing need for donations of salable furniture and quality household items in good condition. All donations are tax deductible and support the job skills training program of St. Paul’s Thrift Shop and Church Community Housing Corporation. If you would like to donate, call the store at 847-8441 to schedule an early pickup. During the upcoming weeks, a listing for summer worship services will be printed. Houses of worship that would like to be included should send the information to news@newportthisweek.net.
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St. Lucy’s Church, 909 West Main Road, Middletown is located on what was once known as the Brookfield Farm, and the property features many flower beds, lawns, bushes, and trees which require ongoing maintenance. Volunteers are sought to help with the upkeep of the grounds. Contact the Rectory at 401-847- 6153 or email stlucyoffice@gmail.com for more information.
Cambridge University Singers at Trinity The Pembroke College Choir of Cambridge University, Cambridge, UK, will perform a concert at Trinity Church, Queen Anne Square, on Friday, July 12 at 5 p.m. The concert is part of the 350th anniversary celebration of the King Charles II Charter.
Worship under the Trees Trinity Church, Queen Anne Square, will hold worship services outside this summer with “Mass on the Grass” on July 14 and Aug. 25, weather permitting. The 10 a.m. service will be held outdoors and the 8 a.m. service will be in the church. All are welcome.
Trinity Tours Historic Trinity Church offers guided tours daily through the summer season. Trinity was founded in 1699 as the first Anglican Church in the colony, and the current building was built in 1726 by master builder Richard Munday. The 30-minute tours are MondayFriday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, immediately following the 10 a.m. service. For more information, call 401-8460660 or visit trinitynewport.org.
‘Fill the Backpack’ Begins The Salvation Army launched “Fill the Backpack,” its new summer food initiative for children in partnership with the Newport Public Library, last week and will continue the program through summer. Youngsters attend a library-sponsored storytime at the Salvation Army’s headquarters, 51 Memorial Blvd., Friday mornings at 10 a.m. At the initial meeting, children of food pantry clients were given given backpacks filled with healthy foods and children’s books for athome reading. The backpacks will be refilled during the weekly sessions. The program welcomes new youngsters to join the program at any time. Donations are needed to help keep the backpacks filled with kidfriendly food, and gently used children’s books are also welcome. To donate or for more information the program, call Lt. Helen Johnson at 401-846-3234.
Vacation Bible School Houses of worship across the island are offering Vacation Bible School sessions this summer. When a grade is listed, it refers to the grade completed. Fees or suggested donations are to cover the costs of materials, but scholarships are available. July 8-12 (9 a.m.-noon) First Presbyterian Church Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God 6 Everett St. Newport Age 4 to Grade 6, $20 401-847-1749, fpcnewport.org July 15-19 (5:45 -8 p.m.) Graceway Community Church 215 Forest Ave, Middletown SonQuest Rainforest: Follow Jesus on a Life Changing Adventure All ages, $15, 401-846-1552 gracewaychurchri.com July 29-Aug. 2 (8:45 -11:45 a.m.) United Baptist Church 30 Spring St. Newport, God’s Backyard Bible Camp: Where Kids Have a Blast Serving Jesus Age 4 to Grade 6, $15 401-847-3210 email ubcnpt@verizon.net Aug. 5-9 (9 -11:45 a.m.) Calvary United Methodist 200 Turner Road, Middletown Everywhere Fun Fair: Where God’s World Comes Together Age 3 to Grade 6, $15 401-847-6181 calvary_pa@verizon.net Aug. 5-9 (9 a.m.-noon) St. Barnabas Church 1697 E Main Rd. Portsmouth, Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God Age 3 to Grade 4, $50 401-683-3147 Aug. 12-16 (8:30-11:30 a.m.) Emmanuel Church 42 Dearborn Street, Newport Caring for God’s Creation: God Appointed Us to Take Care of the Earth Age 3 and up, $25, register by Aug. 5, 401-847-0675 admin@emmanuelnewport.org Aug. 26-30 (9 a.m.-2 p.m.) The New HBC Worship Center 229 Maple Ave, Newport Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God Age 3-11, free, register by Aug. 4 401-849-2658, hbc_vbs_pro@ yahoo.com Aug. 26-30 (9 a.m.-noon) The Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd, Newport The Armor of God: Put on the Full Armor of God Ages 3-12, free, 401-846-3234, newport.salvationarmyri.org
Area churches and organizations provide nutritious meals in a caring environment for members of the community. Upcoming meals include:
Thursday, July 4
5 p.m.–St. Paul’s Methodist (bag meal at door) (by Graceway Community) 12 Marlborough St.
Friday, July 5
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 5 p.m. –Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.
Saturday, July 6
8:30–Emmanuel Episcopal 42 Dearborn St. 4:30–Community Baptist 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.
Sunday, July 7
4 p.m. –Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.
Monday, July 8
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 11:30 p.m.–St. Joseph’s R.C. 5 Mann Ave. 5 p.m.–St. Spyridon 390 Thames St.
Tuesday, July 9
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 5 p.m.–St. Paul’s Methodist 12 Marlborough St.
Wednesday, July 10
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 5 p.m.–First Presbyterian (bag meal at door) 4 Everett St.
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REEL REPORT Fluke and Bass Bite, but No Blues Yet By Tim Flaherty Foul weather this week shut down much of our local fishing endeavors and kept many local anglers at the dock. A giant area of high pressure over the mid-Atlantic has held us captive to a massive low pressure system. This unusual stationary low pressure pattern has caused rough seas and rain with dense fog. However, for those that did manage to dodge the storms and get out on the water, the prior week’s full moon made for great fishing conditions. With strong tides and the appearance of abundant baitfish in our waters on Monday and Tuesday, fishing could not be better. Our fishing trips on those days went very well with tight lines for both trips as anglers limited out on striped bass. Most were school size with several in the low 20s. Using light tackle and 15 lb. test line challenged our guests’ skills. Lines were nearly spooled on more than one occasion, and they were parted several times. This week, shore anglers were also rewarded with some good fish. They often take great risks trying to hook big bass and hauling the fish up the slippery rocks to a secure area with waves crashing around them. One of the greatest shore anglers ever to fish our shores was Leroy Attison. In his career from the 1940s to ‘70s, he landed seven 50-pound stripers from the rocks here. Today, we still have some of these hard-core anglers. They often fish at night, compounding the risks. Every year, we lose local anglers to crashing seas and rogue waves. These waves form naturally by mid-ocean currents and are usually twice the height of wave conditions at any given time. For example, if the average wave height is 6 feet, a rogue wave height could be 12 feet. Many ocean cruising sailors have experienced these monsters. These rogues are the worst nightmare for shore anglers because they are unseen at night and strike
The Dawson clan landed these keeper striped bass and a fluke on June 27. without warning. Many videos of these waves have been filmed by mariners and can be easily viewed on the Internet. Fluke fishing is improving with the appearance of sand eels at many locations in the bay. The beaches on the oceanside have seen the appearance of school fluke. It has been reported that many small fluke are hitting squid strips in less than 50 feet of water at the beaches, but the bigger keepers still remain in the deeper waters of 60 to 100 feet. The preferred way to fluke-fish is by drifting various jigs across the bottom with bait attached. There are thousands of fluke jigs on the market, but Sam’s Bait and Tackle sells one of the best, a tandem buck tail jig. It is a killer in light breezes. Differing sea conditions, wind speeds and water turbidity determine the best type of jig to use. For example, on windy, rough days, when fishing deeper water, we use the 3-ounce “Fluke mine.” On sunny, bright days, we often use spinner jigs with kale hooks which work well. Always remember, the best bet is to use live bait like mummies or fresh sand eels or minnows on a bare #3 circle hook with a 3-foot floro leader attached to a swivel with a barrel
weight above the swivel. Large school bluefish have not arrived here yet. This tenacious species provides local recreational anglers some of the best action here. We have not seen the great school of blues that visited here for more than 20 years. Some old timers say the bay does not provide enough baitfish for these voracious feeders anymore. We believe there is much truth in that opinion, but we also know that the bluefish population fluctuates in annual cycles of several years. During the last three years, the blues have not appeared here until early August. Many anglers here consider the bluefish the best fighting sportfish in our inshore waters. On light tackle, a ledgemonster can provide a twenty-minute battle. A ledgemonster is a local term used to describe a big bluefish over 13 pounds and 30 inches that are found in deeper water near wrecks. Tight lines! Capt. Tim, of Flaherty Charters, Castle Hill, Newport, is an island native who taught high school and college-level history. He has been angling for more than 50 years, following his father, Frank Flaherty.
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allowed them to fly tighter circles than their enemies, then close in and strike the predators in their backs, between their wings. After a short aerial battle, the interlopers were driven from the area and the terns returned to the rookery. However, one adult maintained patrol at about 50 feet over the cove, ready to warn the colony of approaching dangers. As we watched this tableau of wildlife conflict and survival, we were treated to an amazing sight-
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the fog that floated across the water. The birds’ only visible identifying characteristics were their black head caps and reddish-orange bills. The terns were extremely active, diving into the cove’s waters and carrying captured small fish to feed to their young. Other members of the colony were chasing away potential threats to the plump chicks on the rock below. The highly territorial and protective terns were using their speed and agility in flight to mob and harass larger, predatory Herring gulls and crows that were flying close to the nesting area. The terns’ 30-inch wingspans
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NATURE from previous page ing. An adult Black Skimmer appeared out of the mist on the cove, flying just inches above the water’s flat, calm surface. Its distinctive black plumage and unique black and orange bill drew our attention. It was foraging for small fish and flew within 15 yards of us. The average adult Black Skimmer is about 18 inches long with an impressive wingspan of about 4445 inches. It has deep black plumage above and white below. It also has a black and orange-red bill and vivid red legs. This species is the only North American representative of its subfamily, Rhynchopinae – the only birds in which the mandible (lower jaw) is longer than the maxilla (upper bill). Skimmers forage and feed mostly at night, especially during falling tides when fish are concentrated in shallow waters. They feed by lowering the mandible into the water while flying and then closing their bill upon detecting prey. Skimmers are known to nest on Long Island and Cape Cod, and this particular bird might have been blown in by a recent storm. This magnificent visitor made several passes around the cove and flew up the channel linking the cove with the salt marshes to the north. After a few minutes, it returned to the cove and foraged for an additional five minutes before turning back up the channel again. (There were reports of the bird being sighted resting with a number of gulls on Hazard’s Beach later in the day.)
Nesting Notes: The two surviving Piping Plover chicks at Sachuest Beach are growing and should fledge close to July 11. Across the island Redtailed Hawk fledglings are taking their first flights as are Osprey fledglings. The Osprey nest at Toppa field/Freebody Park is very active and one of the fledglings took its first flight in the past week. After the skimmer departed, we observed other avian species in the ocean side region of the cove. A flotilla of 40 adult and juvenile Canada Geese as well as 7 Double-crested Cormorants were swimming and foraging for food in the fertile waters. Three Great Egrets and a Snowy Egret were stalking fish along the shoreline as the receding tides revealed them to the birds. We were joined by friends and fellow birders Bob Weaver and Mark Anderson. Within moments of their arrival, Anderson sighted and identified an American Oystercatcher flying overhead. This species nests on the islands of Narragansett Bay, especially Rose Island. It will also nest on sandy, rocky barrier islands off the coast. The bird returned in less than five minutes carrying a mussel in its bill and flew in a southwestern direction over Price’s Neck. We observed the bird make additional trips, always returning with small fish or shellfish in its bill. This species is classified as a shorebird, and it forages in intertidal areas, salt marshes and along rocky coasts for oysters, mussels, crabs and small fish. The average American Oystercatcher is 17.5 inches long with a wingspan of about 32 inches. It has a black hooded head, yellow eyes, red eye ring, and a long, stout red-orange bill used to pry open shellfish. It has brown plumage above and white below, with yellow legs. It presents a heavy-headed and broad-winged profile in flight. A trip into the salt marshes along Hazard Road yielded more sight-
and her 9 ducklings swam under a Belted Kingfisher perched on an overhanging branch. A Red-tailed Hawk flew over the wetlands while a Green Heron stalked prey among the shoreline reeds. As we left the marsh area, a Carolina Wren sang a set of repeated phrases that sounded like “tea kettle-tea kettle-tea kettle!” It was a remarkable day of birding, shared with good friends. American Oystercatcher. ings. We saw a Mallard female and her 11 ducklings swimming on the west side of the wetlands. A Marsh Wren was calling and singing along the shoreline while an adult Osprey circled above watching the water for fish. On the east side of the marsh, a Mallard female
Jack Kelly, a native Newporter, is a wildlife photographer and nature enthusiast who enjoys sharing his experiences with others.
Wednesdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.) Nature Craft Day - Stop by anytime during the craft program to create fun and kid friendly nature based arts and crafts. These include drawings, clay models, and other imaginative creations. Each week will be something new. Friday, July 5 (6:30 - 8 p.m.) Earth Explorations Through Film: Pale Male - Of the millions of newcomers who flock to New York City, a red-tailed hawk’s astounding arrival in 1991 made history. Affectionately dubbed Pale Male, he made an exclusive Fifth Avenue apartment building his home. Popcorn and juice will be provided and no reservations are necessary. Saturday, July 6, 13 (10:30 a.m. noon) Guided Nature Walks - Visit Sachuest point and get out on the trails with
a purpose. Bring a journal along, a bird watching checklist, or try and point out different species of plants you come across along the way. This program is family friendly and there are binoculars available to borrow. Sunday, July 7 (1:30 - 3:30 p.m.) Fishing for Fun: Surf Fishing for Beginners - All families and novice fishermen welcome. All rods and tackle are provided; just bring a good attitude and the fish will follow. Monday, July 8 (2 - 3:30 p.m.) Wildlife Exploration: Fish and Wildlife Identification - Various games and activities will help sharpen your skills and have you on your way to becoming an expert. Whether it is plants, birds, or fish, you will know where to find them and how to spot them.
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After nearly nine months of planning, heavy cleaning and construction, the Save the Bay Exploration Center and Aquarium, located at Newport’s Easton’s Beach, is set to reopen. The center was damaged last October during the tidal surge caused by Hurricane Sandy. Beach sand and debris were piled seven feet high in the south gallery and exhibit areas after the center’s doors were battered down and breached. The basement of the building, which housed the aquarium’s electrical and filtration systems, was flooded to its ceiling. Save the Bay staff, volunteers and Newport city employees managed to save all of the live marine creature exhibits and some of the center’s supplies and electronic equipment. According to the Center’s director Adam Kovarsky, “We are hoping and planning to open on Thursday, July 11, or very close to that date, with a celebratory event for the public. The electrical system has been repaired and moved to a safer location. A state-of-the-art filtration system has been installed on the first floor and raised above the floor level in a pump room. It was a challenge to move the system hardware, but this will provide a far more efficient way to aerate and clean our 3,000-gallon closed system. When the filtration system is completed in the next day or two, we will bring in the marine creatures and other exhibit animals, and place them in the tanks.”
South Gallery and Exhibit Hall is prepared to accept marine specimens. (Photo by Jack Kelly) John Haley, owner of Bio Process H2O of Portsmouth, has been volunteering his time to install the filtration system. Kovarsky said, “John has volunteered his time, experience and expertise to help us upgrade our facility and make the transition with the new system. John has donated 20 percent of the system’s hardware and has given Save the Bay a drastic discount on the rest of the equipment.” Haley developed a unique, biological treatment process especially for the center. “We are using beneficial bacteria found in nature to break down the waste products of the fish and other marine life in the exhibits,” he explained. “This biological process mimics the ocean’s ability to filter out and break down
waste. It will create high water quality and ensure the health of all of the marine life in the exhibit tanks and displays.” Looking ahead to the reopening, Kovarsky said, “There are 14 interns working on educational programs and signage, and we have our staff members and volunteers ready to put the finishing touches on the center. The floors in the south gallery and the exhibit hall have been cleaned and replaced, and all of our cleaning chores have been completed. We are looking forward to greeting the public again, and we hope that everyone will visit us this summer.” For updates on the reopening, visit: www.savebay.org or call 401272-3540.
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Famous Label Capris
200
$
9’ Adjustable Tilt Aluminum Market Umbrella
5
$
Pagoda Gazebo 13’x13’
Comp. $200
Garment dyed 1-3x Comp. $20
Two Person Hammocks
Airport Grade 4 Yr
130
Women’s Sheeting Shorts
Flip Flops
Your Choice
2799 2199
8
$
$
$
26
24
10
5
9” Comp $21........ 15 $ 18” Comp $60..... 39
18” 3 Speeds Adjustable $ to 57” Ht Comp. $39..........
$
Your Choice Comp. $20 or more!
$
$
$
32
$
$
Your Choice Comp. $50-$100
Your Choice Comp. $10-$40
LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!
Wasp & Hornet Killer or REPEL® Sportsmen Insect Repellent
79
6.5 oz
2
$
Your Choice
Bug Zapper Comp $15
5
$
5’ Fancy Bamboo Patio Torch
10 2/$ 10 4/$
5’ Metal Patio Torch
2’ Bamboo Torch
1
$
3Pk Replacement Wick................$2
We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards & All Major Credit Cards
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Pc Resin Set 99 5Patio
High back chairs, 55”x36” table
Resin Adirondack Chair Assorted colors
1750
Highback Resin Patio Chair White or Sandstone
10
$
Citronella Torch Fuel 50 oz
450 5/$ 10
48” Citronella Torch
Red, White & Blue Patriotic Citronella Bucket
350
We warmly welcome
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