Newport This Week - April12, 2012

100th Anniversary

the Sinking of the Titanic

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Vol. 40, No. 15

THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2012

BORN FREE

Schools Oppose Arbitration

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By Meg O’Neil

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Table of Contents CALENDAR CHURCH EVENTS CLASSIFIEDS COMMUNITY BRIEFS CROSSWORD DINING OUT MAP EDITORIAL FIRE/POLICE LOG FROM THE GARDEN NATURE NAVY COMMUNITY REALTY TRANSACTIONS RECENT DEATHS SUDOKU

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Queen Anne in Bloom

With the warming breezes of spring whirling through Newport, the buds of many flowering trees have bloomed to life in recent days. Nowhere is that more evident than the colorful display of pink flowers sprouting from the saucer magnolia in Queen Anne Square. Newport Tree Warden Scott Wheeler said the tree, which was part of the original landscape designed by Doris Duke, should be in bloom for another week before the flowers fall and are filled in by verdant leaves. Wheeler said the oft-photographed tree will be retained in the Maya Lin designed “Meeting Room” project. (Photo by Rob Thorn)

Magnolias and Other Fabulous Flowering Trees

By Cynthia Gibson Many people think of the magnolia as a southern tree that grows south of Delaware. It is the state tree of Mississippi and Louisiana.

However, magnolias grow beautifully in the Northeast as well, and they can be found in front of many buildings in Newport.

One of the largest and most outstanding local examples of the Saucer magnolia is on the front lawn of the Newport Art Museum on Bellevue Avenue. Be sure to see it in bloom this spring.

The magnolia is a magnificent, stately tree with very large blossoms that may be white, pink, purple, and even yellow. The leaves of the magnolia are just as elegant as its huge and graceful flowers. The leaves are dark green and glossy, but they do not appear until after the spring blooms have passed.

If you have been considering planting spring flowering trees in your yard or garden, the next two weeks would be the perfect time to take a long walk or drive around Aquidneck Island or Jamestown. Take a camera with you, as it will be a huge help to your local nursery in identifying the type of magnolia you want.

The best and most hardy varieties of magnolia for our zone come in an assortment of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here is a list of hybrids for our area:

wood. Magnolias do not like wind and are somewhat shadetolerant. The trees can grow to a height of 20 feet, so give them room when planting. For their first three years, fertilize in spring with 8-8-8 and once later in the summer. Thereafter, only fertilize them in the spring. The magnolia is a slow-growing tree, so buying a tree of substantial size is a good idea.

Flowering crabapples and Kwanzan Cherries are also about to bloom now. White blossoms on pear and cherry trees will be out in about two to three weeks.

Magnolia tree blooms outside Newport Art Musuem.

(Photo by Rob Thorn) In our area, we have rhododendron bushes that are the size of n Magnolia ‘Ned’s Northern bridizing stage for some time trees, yet they are categorized as Belle’ is a hardy white magnolia now. Only fifteen years ago, there flowering shrubs.

Not to be overlooked are the were four or five, but now you that has very large flowers. n The ‘Saucer’ magnolia is have a selection of over 20 variet- lovely, delicate dogwoods in pink and white. In addition, Cornus pink and is hardy for our area. The ies of yellow magnolia. n ‘Coral Lake’ is a new break- Kousa, the Chinese Dogwood, flowers are medium-size. n Magnolia ‘Stellata,’ com- through color that is pink and cor- makes a splendid sight. It is usumonly referred to as the ‘Star’ al. This magnolia is sure to stand ally laden with cascading white blooms that last quite a long magnolia, blooms a bit later than out on any lawn or in garden. n The ‘Oyama’ Magnolia has while. The Chinese Dogwood also most magnolias, and the flowers look like white, spidery stars. It is very large white flowers and a has a lovely bright red berry that a very attractive tree. There are heavenly fragrance. It is a native is a favorite of squirrels.

If you have any of these flowof Japan and Korea. This is one of many varieties of ‘Star’ magnolia. ering trees in your garden, keep n The Purple Lily Magno- the stateliest magnolias.

Magnolias are very easy to an eye on the buds. As they swell lia ‘Nigra’ is simply superb. It has a true purple flower of medium grow. Some of the varieties above and show some color, you can cut size that is breathtaking to see in will bloom in two to three years them and place them in a vase after planting. Since it is shrub- with water. Forcing the blooms spring. n ‘Sun-Spire’ is a beautiful like in its growing habit, the mag- of any of these glorious gifts from bright yellow magnolia. Yellow nolia needs little to no pruning. nature is a great way to bring magnolias have been in the hy- Experts say to prune only dead spring into your home.

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NEWPORT – School Committee members voted on Tuesday to oppose a pair of bills currently making their way through the General Assembly; the first of which would require mandatory binding arbitration in school districts and another that would allow for automatic contract continuations.

In a separate vote, the committee also unanimously threw their support behind a proposal that would push back the date of teacher layoff notifications.

Reiterating past objections to binding arbitration, Superintendent Dr. John H. Ambrogi wrote in a memorandum that the School Committee has always been opposed to the concept, labeling it as “just a bad idea.”

In a resolution, introduced by NSC Chairman Patrick K. Kelley, the committee declared that “Mandatory binding arbitration would take

See SCHOOLS on page 7

Council Asked to Take Action

By Tom Shevlin Members of Newport’s Historic District Commission have formally asked the City Council to take “immediate and effective action” in dealing with a pair of derelict houses located in the heart of the city’s Historic Hill.

“If immediate and effective action is not taken, the deterioration of these buildings could soon escalate to an irreparable condition and these important Newport buildings will be lost to chronic neglect or condemnation,” commissioners told councilors in a letter dated April 2.

The recommendation follows the finding of the HDC in January that the two buildings – located at 166 Spring St. and 62 Mill St. – had fallen into a state of demolition by owner neglect.

The homes, which occupy a prominent corner at Spring and Mill streets, are both owned by Providence-based DSM Realty Corporation.

The company’s principal, David Malkin, purchased the properties, along with two others at 219 Spring St. and 23 Sherman St., from the estate of Ann Twomey following a series of municipal hearings on the condition of the portfolio of historic homes.

While DSM Realty has successfully restored 23 Sherman St. and is currently in the process of rehabbing 219 Spring St., little has been

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20 Years of Advocating for the Arts “I have seen the critical role that the arts play in stimulating creativity and in developing vital communities….the arts have a crucial impact on our economy and are an important catalyst for learning, discovery, and achievement.” –Paul G. Allen, Co-Founder, Microsoft The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County (ACA) was formed 20 years ago by a group of individuals who sensed a need to have one voice representing the arts community.

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As a non-profit, the Alliance has elected to remain an all volunteer organization, operating mainly through membership dues and sponsorships of two major event undertakings, Spring into Art which invites all Newport county arts and cultural organizations to feature live demonstrations, performances or lectures (in concert with Discover Newport’s Restaurant Week) and BridgeFest, a celebration of local music held between the Folk and Jazz Festivals.

In recognition of the ACA’s 20th Anniversary, the annual meeting on April 19, which is free and open to the public, will feature Laura Scanlon, The National Endowment on the Arts Director of State and Regional Partnerships. In addition, The ACA will review past efforts and future plans and bestow its annual “Dominique” award to Bonnie Strickman, Board Chair of Sandywoods Farm in Tiverton and a leader in the arts community. A special anniversary reception afterwards in the museum galleries will recognize the Newport Art Museum’s 100th Anniversary and the Island Moving Company’s 30th and feature complimentary dessert, wine and champagne. Entertainment will be provided by Rhode Island’s Ballet Theatre.

TO GO: Date: Thursday, April 19 Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.; program begins at 6:30 Place: Newport Art Museum More Info: www.NewportArts. org

Baby Steps Enrichment ProgramTurns Three

By Meg O’Neil For the past three years, a toddler enrichment program called Baby Steps has stressed the importance of cultivating a strong bond between parents and children ages 0 to 3. The group will celebrate its educational achievements with a fundraiser at the Atlantic Beach Club on Thursday, April 19 at 5 p.m.

Started in 2009 by Newport School Committee member Dr. Charles Shoemaker and 10 local volunteers, Baby Steps was founded with the goal of increasing literacy and social skills in young infants and children while instilling the idea that parental involvement is key to children’s future academic success.

While the program targets families from low-income housing, all families are welcomed to the group’s monthly Saturday sessions at the Florence Gray Center in the city’s north end.

Whether it’s through reading, singing, creating, or visiting the zoo, beaches, and going on train rides, Baby Steps provides opportunities to create an early, but lasting educational foundation between parent and child.

From the first meeting nearly three years ago where only six families showed up, the group experienced a surge in attendance to

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Baby Steps co-founder Dr. Charles Shoemaker (kneeling, center) and other volunteers play during a recent Saturday session at the Florence Gray Center. (Photo c/o Baby Steps) 30 families in the second meeting, with today’s core group consisting of roughly 75 active families. Since its inception, over 300 families and 450 kids have participated in Saturday sessions.

Shoemaker explains that the concept of Baby Steps did not originate from a single event or idea, but rather a “confluence of several observations and findings.” After the federally mandated “No Child Left Behind” required testing in every state, test scores and student progress were easy to document and compare – especially In terms of observing achievement levels amongst minorities.

According to the results of the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) test, Latinos, African-Americans, and economically disadvantaged students lag behind their counterparts in

Newport. For instance, at the third grade level in the 2010-11 school year, only 53-percent of Newport’s students are proficient in math.

Breaking it down further, 78-percent of white students are listed as proficient; compared to 33-percent of Hispanic students; 31-percent of African-American students; and 36-percent of economically disadvantaged students.

Besides low proficiency scores, two other factors led toward the development of the Baby Steps program - alarmingly high dropout and absenteeism rates in Newport’s schools.

According to data provided by “Kid’s Count of Rhode Island,” the state’s “Core Cities” (Central Falls, Newport, Pawtucket, Providence, West Warwick, and Woonsocket)

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HDC CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 done to either of the Mill and Spring street properties.

According to the city’s historic district ordinance, only the City Council, with the accord of the HDC, may identify structures of historical or architectural value whose deteriorated physical condition warrant mandatory repairs or other measures. And while the term “Demolition through owner neglect” certainly carries with it an ominous tone, even if the council decides to act, demolition is rarely pursued.

However, should the owner fail to comply with whatever course the city chooses, it may undertake the needed repairs on its own, placing a lien on the property for repayment.

HDC Chairman John Shehan said in January that personally, he believed the time had come for the city to take a hard look at the properties.

“Property owners occasionally adopt demolition by neglect as a strategy to avoid additional investment in their property; however, proactive and continual deferring of necessary maintenance and repair work should not, in the opinion of this Commission, qualify as economic hardship or as the justification for extensive replacement of important historic building fabric,” commissioners told the council.

According to city staff, since 2006, more than 60 inspections of the properties have shown “no progress made” in regards to their condition, and weekly inspection photos shows a “degrading condition and neglect” since 2008.

Records on file with City Hall detail the extent to which the city has gone to address the home’s troubling condition.

In addition to the current proceedings, actions taken in the past

include a previous Demolition Through Owner Neglect request from 2007, and a resulting Municipal Court consent order; several dismissed HDC applications for failure to comply; the formation of a Special Oversight Committee concerning repairs; and complaint letters from abutters and concerned neighbors.

In addition, inspection reports dating from 2000 state that it is “imperative that action be taken” to save the buildings, while orders from Building Inspector, dated 2007 and 2008, requested immediate action regarding “Unsafe Structures.”

However, the issue appears to have now finally come to a head after Malkin failed to provide documentation requested regarding planned improvements to the buildings be sent to the office of the Preservation Planner. When no documentation was received, and no further contact between Malkin and the city, staff requested that council action be “proceeded as voted.”

The house at 166 Spring St. was built in 1762, more than a decade before the war with Britain. At just 1,676-square feet, it has an assessed value of $210,300. In April of 2007, it was the subject of a suspicious fire later determined to be arson which burnt through much of a rear addition before being extinguished by firefighters.

Known as the Norton Wilbour House, the 2 1/2-story clapboard home was noted as being in good condition on Aug. 14, 1970 by the Historic Building Data Sheet of the Rhode Island Statewide Survey.

That same survey also described the property as the “anchor” of a row of historically significant 18th and 19th century homes that run up Mill Street.

62 Mill St., or the Joshua Sayer House & Bakery, was completed in 1807 and was similarly noted as being in “excellent condition” by the 1970 statewide survey.

Once a stately Federal style home of roughly 3,000-square feet with views of Newport Harbor and Trinity Church, today, dull yellow paint peels away from its rotted clapboard facade, and cracks are visible in its red brick foundation.

It’s most recent assessment, for $398,200, was completed earlier this year. It is also considered a contributing property within the Newport National Historic landmark District.

According to the commission, the two properties are each “historically and architecturally significant and valuable to the City of Newport.” Additionally, because both properties are listed on the Newport National Historic Landmark District, they are therefore “deemed important beyond the local and state level.”

“Each of these identified historic buildings has remained essentially vacant receiving minimal, if any, maintenance for decades,” the commission wrote. “The longstanding and ongoing disregard for any maintenance or preservation of these historic properties has created a situation that compromises the architectural integrity and significance of the buildings. Additionally, it could be considered that their vacant and deteriorating conditions have become attractive nuisances that also endanger the health, welfare, and life safety of the occupants of the adjacent and surrounding properties and those individuals accessing surrounding public thoroughfares.”

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Whitehouse Talks Small Business U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse joined a group of local business leaders for an intimate, wide-ranging discussion at the Pell Center for International Relations on Monday.

Fielding questions on everything from gas prices and partisan gridlock, to how small businesses can cut through bureaucratic red tape, the first-term Democrat began the evening admittedly frustrated.

Lamenting the partisan divide that has taken root in the nation’s capitol over the last few years, Whitehouse said that he’s been surprised of late to see normally routine spending measures run into fierce resistance in the GOP-controlled House of Representatives.

Those measures, including a federal highway bill, a proposal to raise the debt ceiling, and a renewal of the export-import bank, all have become surprising points of controversy. They also carry with them serious implications for Rhode Island businesses, he said.

Still, Whitehouse said that he nevertheless remains hopeful that work on bipartisan issues such as a cyber security measure he’s currently spearheading will provide the basis for future, more substantive dialogues between the two parties.

“The secret is to always let the

other man have your way,” he said, evoking the words of the late Sen. Claiborne d. Pell.

Sponsored by the Newport County Chamber of Commerce and Salve Regina University, the evening was part of a series of talks being held at the Pell Center over the coming weeks aimed at offering Newporters a chance to weigh in on some of the larger issues of the day.

The rising cost of gasoline was at the forefront of Evan Smith’s mind.

The President and CEO of Discover Newport, Smith asked Whitehouse, what – if anything – the federal government can do to stave off record high gas prices.

Unfortunately, he said, there’s only so much the government can do.

Pointing to what he said was ample supply in the marketplace and decreased demand on the part of consumers, Whitehouse pointed the finger to a number of outside factors including market-driven speculation.

“It’s hard to control to some degree because we pledge ourselves to a free market economy and that limits, to some extent, things you can do,” Whitehouse said, adding, “What is at work is speculators from the financial sector are moving into the market.”

When Bill Corcoran, chairman of

Newport Tent Company, told him that there was simply too much government regulation standing in the way of business owners to actually do business, Whitehouse responded in kind, suggesting that he supports the idea of a more efficient bureaucracy.

Citing a study which suggested that Americans and American businesses spent over 6 billion man hours last year in order to comply with the federal tax code, Whitehouse suggested that the code may indeed need to be simplified, a suggestion which seemed to find accord with those in attendance.

Also this week, on Wednesday, the center hosted physicist David Albright, founder and president of the Institute for Science and International Security to discuss Iran’s nuclear program.

The Pell Center is next set to host “Healthcare Reform and Rhode Island: The Law, the Politics and the Implementation,” a half-day conference on Wednesday, April 30, where Whitehouse and a “who’s who” of health care officials and policymakers will tackle the state of health care reform in Rhode Island, with particular emphasis on the fate of President Obama’s signature healthcare reform bill. Seating is limited and reservations are required.

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n Newport Grand casino bills

approved Legislation asking state voters if they approve the addition of casino-style table games at Newport Grand will now be sent to the governor for his signature after receiving approval from both the House and the Senate. The legislation would place the issue before voters in November, when they will also face a similar question about the Twin River gaming facility. Passage would require approval by a majority of voters statewide and in the host communities. Rep. J. Russell Jackson (D-Dist. 73, Middletown, Newport) sponsored the House bill and Sen. Maryellen Goodwin (D-Dist. 1, Providence) sponsored the Senate bill.

n Breast cancer foundation

license plates The Senate approved legislation to direct the Division of Motor Vehicles to make available specially designed license plates to support the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation. Sponsored

by Senate President M. Teresa Paiva Weed (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Jamestown), the legislation commits $20 of the $40 registration surcharge to the foundation for use in and for the benefit of Rhode Island. A companion bill has been introduced in the House .

n Two-way turning lanes

Legislation has been approved to establish laws governing the use of two-way left-turn lanes. The bill is aimed at creating some order and uniformity to the lanes, and preventing the lanes from being inappropriately used as passing or travel lanes

n‘Gold Star’ family license

plates The Senate approved legislation to create a joint legislative commission to study the issuance of “Gold Star” license plates to family members of military servicemen and servicewomen who died while on active duty. The 12-member commission would include representatives of the various military branches and National Guard.

Payday lending legislation The Senate Corporations Committee heard a bill to repeal sections of the general law allowing deferred deposit providers, also known as “payday lenders.” The bill would strip the exemption for cash-advance lenders and make them subject to the same usury laws for other lenders, limiting annual interest rates to 36 percent.

n Strangulation bill

Legislation has been submitted that would make domestic assault by strangulation a felony punishable by up to 20 years of imprisonment.

nIgnition interlock bills would

hamper drunken driving The House Judiciary Committee heard two bills that would allow judges to impose bans on those convicted of certain drunken driving offenses from driving any vehicle that isn’t equipped with an ignition interlock system that prevent drunk operators from starting the motor.

nEthics Commission bill heard

The House Judiciary Committee held a hearing on a bill, asking voters to decide whether the Ethics Commission should be allowed an exception to the “speech in debate” clause of the Rhode Island Constitution that shields lawmakers from prosecution or civil suits based on their actions as legislators, such as proposing or voting on a bill.

n Cap on litigation lenders

The House Committee on Corporations heard testimony on legislation that would cap the amount of interest litigation lenders can charge plaintiffs by subjecting those lenders to state usury laws, which set the maximum rate of interest at 21 percent or the domestic prime rate plus nine percent.

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. J. Russell Jackson (D-Dist. 73, Middletown, Newport); Rep. Deborah Ruggiero (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown) Rep. Peter F. Martin (D-Dist.

75, Newport), Rep. Daniel Patrick Reilly (D-Dist. 72, Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth)

The Newport County Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting will be Tuesday, April 17 at OceanCliff Hotel from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. The keynote speaker will be Rhode Island General Treasurer Gina M. Raimondo.

The 2012 Community Fund Awards and new board members will also be announced. A cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception will follow.

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The Newport Recreation Department will be hosting a free baseball and softball skills competition for boys and girls ages 7-14 on Sunday, April 15, from noon - 2 p.m. at Toppa Field in Newport. Competitors will participate in the Aquafina Pitch, Hit and Run Competition sponsored by Major League Baseball and will be tested in their running, pitching (throwing), and hitting. Winners at this local event will then go on to compete at the state finals at McCoy Stadium, with a chance to advance to Fenway Park and possibly the Major League Baseball All Star Game.

For more information, contact Newport Recreation at 845-5800.

The Aquidneck Island Kiwanis Club will hold its first annual community yard sale on Saturday, April 14 from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the lawn at Irongate, 438 E. Main Rd., Middletown. All types of items will be for sale. There will be numerous vendors, food and a Moon Jump for kids. Proceeds will raise money for the Kiwanis Community Garden project. Canned goods for The Salvation Army food drive will also be collected.

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Nominations Being Accepted for Preservation Awards Nominations will be accepted until April 30, 2012. Nomination forms are available at www.newportrestoration.org or by contacting Robert Foley at Robert@newportrestoration.org.

The Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards are a joint project of the Newport Restoration Foundation and the City of Newport. For more information on the awards program, visit www.newportrestoration.org or call 849-7300.

Rose Island Looking for Volunteers The Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation is currently looking for a few good volunteers as they gear up for the 2012 season.

Duties may include: greeting visitors and conducting daily tours of the Rose Island Lighthouse and Fort Hamilton; helping with general lighthouse duties and grounds maintenance; assisting in implementation of ongoing educationbased projects.

Volunteers must be over the age of 18, and some previous guide or teaching experience is helpful. For more information, contact Cathy Horridge at 847-4242.

For What It’s Worth

Mr. Santi: I have sent you a photo of a clock that is hanging in our kitchen. It belonged to a great aunt at one time. She gave it to me a number of years ago. I don’t know who made it, there is no label. Know that it is called a gingerbread clock. It keeps good time. Is it rare? How much is it worth? — Curious

Dear Curious: This style of clock (gingerbread) was for the most part made in New England, specifically in Connecticut. There were many companies such as Waterbury Clock Company and Sears offered similar clocks for under $5.00 at the turn of the century. The value today is pretty modest with calendar and alarm models selling at the top end of this collectible market. In good condition, running and keeping good time, your clock would retail between $200.00 and $300.00. As a family memento, it’s value would be priceless– Federico Santi, Partner, The Drawing Room Antiques (The Drawing Room will not be offering ‘free appraisal day’ on Thurs.; but will offer free appraisals by appointment only. Just call 841-5060 to make an appointment.)

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SRU residents named to Dean’s List The following hometown residents were named to the Dean’s List during the fall 2011 semester at Salve Regina University: Sophomores: Elizabeth Bruno, Niamh Lehane, Alexander Antonopoulos, Kayla Lanio, Lauren Ricks.

Juniors: Jennifer Cruver, Catherine Fraser, Rosemarie Galvin, Erika Albretse, Lauren Brochinsky, Jenna Clifford, Amy Crawford, Hannah DuGray, Martha Hargrave Murphy, Michael Horn, Deirdre Linehan, Sarah Mason, Stephanie Moniz, Kathryn Pellegrini, Erika Salsbury, Brenna Sanches Seniors: Michelle Bellifemine, Christina Carr, Michelle Carroll, Felicia Connelly, Maria DeRobertis, Arielle DiPietro, Brittany Fioretti, Emily Griswold, Jaclyn Horgan, Marisa Kocum, Sarah Livingston, Erica Maron, Ashley Phillips, Amanda Rozea, Ashley Smith, Karissa Stout, Philip Tutino, Julianna Zitz, Kirsten Amundsen, Philip Gioia, Gabrielle Carrier, Daniel Kacerosky, Angela Wheeler, Brittany Olson, Katelyn Mattos, Sally Conant, Erin Connolly, Nicole Messier, Abbey Newkirk, Kelsy Patnaude, Nicole Dionne, Nicholas Albanese, Andrew Albert, Michele Anderson, Kimberly Araujo, Natalie Balletta, Jeffrey Bartek, Rachel Basset, Britta-

ny Bertone, Morgan Bertone, Raymond Black, Timothy Brady, Taylor Braun, Maire Buckley, Lauren Calabrese, Taylor Castle, Alyssa Clemente, Amanda Connolly, Allison Correia, Rachel Costanzo, Hanna Cote, Megan Crowley, Samantha Dalton, Brianna DeWitt, Ashley Dibble, Caitlin DiBiccari, Kate Doherty, Jaclyn Dreicer, Jared Emanuel, Christina Farrington, Georgia Feroce, Emily Ferro, Sydney Gierlatowicz, Hannah Gonneville, Courtney Greenstein, Callie Hand, Amanda Hill, a senior majoring in Nursing .

Rebecca Hill, Nikki Hirschbeck, Alexandra Horan, Samantha Iadarola, Alicia Imondi, Ian Jentgen, Emily Kania, Kathleen Kelley, Gregory Keras, Stephanie Kraut, Casey Macken, Joseph Malone, Taylor McCarthy, Kaitlin McGuire, Meagan Meskill, Jessica Meyer, Nicole Mishel, Stephanie Moots, Aubrey Morrissey, Kira Murphy, Amanda Narciso, Kayla O’Connor, Sarah Overstreet, Andrea Perry, Stephanie Petruitis, Samantha Pierce, Lauren Pirrmann, Nicole Poirier, Nicholas Politelli, Clara Popitz, Emily Rainho, Jacquelyn Sawn, Nicole Schlegel, Rachel Stango, Brittany Sylvia, Nicole Voci, Sagitta Woodman.

To qualify for the dean’s list, fulltime undergraduate students must earn a minimum grade point average of 3.6 with no grade below a “B” in that semester.

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All are invited to a special Patriots’/Matriots’ Day Celebration at 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 19 for a special tree planting and dedication to commemorate President John and Abigail Adams. The event is being organized by the Newportant Foundation, which will be marking the occasion with the planting of a “Ye Old’ Adams Apple Tree” in John Adams Memorial Plaza, located on Lincoln Drive, just west of Eisenhower House in Fort Adams State Park. Adams apple pie a la mode will be served.

The Newport County Chamber of Commerce will host its 2012 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, April 17 at OceanCliff from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Rhode Island General Treasurer Gina Raimondo is returning as the evening’s keynote speaker. During the presentation, the Chamber will be awarding $3000 to four nonprofit Chamber members: Boys & Girls Club of Newport County, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, James L. Maher Center, and Boys Town New England. Reservations are not required. Call 8471608 for more information.

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NEWS BRIEFS Newport Police Log Newport Fire Incident Run Report During the period from Monday, April 2 to Monday, April 9, the Newport Police Department responded to 492 calls. Of those, 104 were motor vehicle related; there were 77 motor vehicle violations issued and 27 accidents.

The police also responded to 11 incidents of vandalism, 6 noise complaints, 18 animal complaints, and 25 home/business alarm calls.

Police conducted 7 school security checks (5-Rogers High School, 1Triplett, and 1-Thompson). They also held 3 DARE classes.

They transported 5 prisoners, responded to 3 suicide calls and found one dead body on thursday, April 5 at 529 Bellevue Ave. and recorded 9 instances of assisting other police departments. 5 private tows were also recorded.

In addition, 22 arrests were made for the following violations: n 6 arrests were made for disorderly conduct. n 3 arrests were made for possession of an open container of alcohol. n 2 arrests were made for simple assault. n 2 arrests were made for noise violations. n 2 arrests were made for driving with a revoked or suspended license. n 1 arrest was made for breaking & entering. n 1 arrest was made for possession of marijuana. n 1 arrest was made for reckless driving. n 1 arrest was made for obstructing an officer. n 1 arrest was made for writing fraudulent checks. n 1 arrest was made for receiving stolen goods. n 1 arrest was made for domestic assault with a deadly weapon.

AARP Monthly Meeting The Newport Chapter of AARP will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, April 16 at 1:30 p.m. at the Fenner Hall, Fenner Avenue, Newport. All new members are requested to arrive by 1 p.m. and bring their national AARP card.

James Caswell, of Jamestown, author of Hannah’s Prayer, will talk about his book which takes place in Newport during the Revolutionary War. Caswell has combined fact and fiction to present an entertaining story of those times.

Members are reminded to bring canned goods for local food pantries.

‘A Night to Remember’ The Jamestown library will be commemorating the 100 anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic with a free showing of the film, ‘A Night to Remember’ on Saturday, April 14 and on April 15 at 3 p.m.

During the period from Monday, April 2 through Sunday, April 8, the Newport Fire Department responded to a total of 116 calls. Of those, 84 were emergency medical calls, resulting in 53 patients being transported to the hospital. Additionally, 10 patients refused aid once EMS had arrived on-scene.

Fire apparatus was used for 99 responses: • Station 1 - Headquarters responded to 64 calls • Station 1 - Engine responded to 63 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road responded to 20 calls • Station 2 - Engine responded to 9 calls • Station 5 - Touro Street/Engine 5 responded to 22 calls Specific situations fire apparatus was used for include: 2 - Structure fires 2 - Motor vehicle accidents 4 - Carbon monoxide incidents 13 - Fire alarm sounding - no fire 1- Trash fire 2 - Flammable liquid spills 1 - Removed person from

stalled elevator In the category of fire prevention, the department performed 5 smoke alarm inspections for house sale, 9 life safety inspections, and provided 9 fire system plan reviews.

Fire Prevention Message: Matches, lighters, and other heat sources are the leading causes of fire deaths for children. Never underestimate your child’s curiosity about fire, nor their ability to strike matches or start a lighter. Store matches and lighters out of children’s reach and sight, preferably in a locked cabinet. Remember: even child-resistant lighters are not childproof and should be stored securely as well (US Fire Administration).

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ServSafe® Offered The RI Hospitality Association (RIHA) will be offering two ServSafe courses during the month of April.

The ServSafe® Manager’s Food Sanitation Re-certification class will take place on Tuesday, April 17 at the United Way in Providence, RI from 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

The ServSafe® Food Safety Manager’s Full Certification class will take place at the United Way on Wednesday, April 18th from 8 a.m.

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Pennfield Open House The Pennfield School, 110 Sandy Point Ave., Portsmouth, will have an open house on Friday, April 13 from 8 - 10 a.m. This is an opportunity to see the 19-acre campus, visit classes and meet with the school administration, faculty, students and parents. To RSVP, email kemory@ pennfield.org or call 849-4646.

Scholarships

The Robert S.H. Fye Memorial Scholarship

The Robert S.H. Fye Memorial Scholarship honors the courageous spirit of Robert S.H. Fye, Middletown High School Class of 2002, who was diagnosed with cancer during his freshman year at MHS. For the following nine years this scholar, artist, athlete, and devoted friend battled recurrent illness while pursuing academic excellence at Middletown High and Yale University. His integrity, his kindness and his refusal to let hardship conquer his buoyant spirit continue to set an example for us all.

In his memory, a $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating MHS senior to help support his/her post-secondary education.

In the event that more than one candidate in a given year merits the award, the Scholarship Committee may grant a $1,000 scholarship to each of the selected candidates.

If, however, an appropriate candidate is not selected from the applicant pool, the Scholarship Committee may defer selection until the following year, or award the scholarship to the previous year’s recipient(s).

Applications are available in Guidance Room #239 at Middletown High School as well as in theirCareer Center. The application form and all required documents should be mailed to: The Robert S. H. Fye Scholarship Foundation, P.O. Box 4726, Middletown, RI, 02842.

Postmark deadline is May 7 2012.

Hayward Maritime Scholarship

Students living in Newport County interested in pursuing maritime occupations for the 2011 can apply for the Leonard W. & Katherine C. Hayward Maritime Memorial Scholarship. Applications are available online at www.seamensnewport.org or at 18 Market Square, Newport. Deadline is May 6, 2012.

For more information, contact Deedra Durocher, at 847-4260 or seamensnewport@gmail.com.

Citizens Financial Group

Forty scholarships totaling $50,000 will be awarded to to college students whose volunteer efforts have made a difference in their communities by Citizens Financial Group. For full details, visit www.citizensbank.com/scholarship. The application deadline is April 30.

No Charges in Fatal Bicycle Accident

Date Set for Lower Thames Repaving

Middletown police said the driver of the vehicle involved in a fatal bicycle accident last month on Purgatory Road won’t face criminal charges.

MIchael L. Strickland, a Middletown resident, was killed when the bicycle he was riding collided with a car near twilight on March 22.

According to police, following an extensive investigation, they determined that the driver of the car, Portsmouth resident Arthur Chapman, would not be held criminally responsible for the accident.

Chapman, however, was issued a motor vehicle citation for failing to yield to the right of way.

Work to repave Lower Thames Street will begin on April 23. City officials said this week that the project, which is being advanced in preparation of the America’s Cup World Series Regatta in June, will commence at the corner of Memorial Boulevard and Thames Street and work south over a period of three-four weeks.

No detours are planned, as the street will remain open to vehicular traffic throughout the project.

However, daytime parking will be restricted during work hours.

The project, which calls for grinding down the existing pavement and laying down a new layer of asphalt, is being called temporary, and should not be confused with a separate pilot streetscape improvement project being planned for the area.

Photo Guild Meeting The monthly meeting of the Newport Photo Guild will be held Wednesday, April 18 from 6:30 - 9 p.m. at the Newport Art Museum, Ilgenfritz Gallery in Griswold House.

The presentation is “Canon Explorer of Light Eric Meola.” Meola’s works are in several museums, including the A.S.M.P. archive, the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., the International Center of Photography in New York, and the Museum of Modern Art in Munich.

The group meets regularly on the third Wednesday of the month and is free and open to the public.

For more information, call Jack Renner at 924-4747.

‘Last Call at the Oasis’ NewportFILM and the Aquidneck Land Trust will present “Last Call at the Oasis” on Thursday, April 19 at the Jane Pickens Theater. An opening reception will be at 5:30 p.m., the film will be shown at 6 p.m. followed by a Q and A session.Tickets are available through the Aquidneck Land Trust, www.ailt.org.

April Potter Pet University A natural horse training program, the Parelli Method will be presented by Avery Gauthier at the Potter League’s April Potter Pet University on Wednesday, April 18 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Parelli Natural Horsemanship program appeals to the horse’s instincts to create trust with their owner. The session will be taught

by Licensed Parelli Professional, Avery Gauthier, a three star instructor and horse specialist.

Pre-registration is required.

Please contact Amy Chamard at 846-8276 ext 118 or log on to our website at www.PotterLeague.org.

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EDITORIAL Cup Already Paying Dividends If the scenes coming out of Naples are any indication, Newport could soon be in for quite a show when the America’s Cup World Series comes to town this June.

Just consider the opening act: On Monday, the day after Easter, an estimated 250,000 people crammed along the waterfront of the Italian port city in anticipation of the start of the event.

The turnout is thought to be the largest crowd that the series has seen since its debut last year in Portugal.

By Wednesday, though the crowds had thinned, the excitement was only building, as the first day of racing got under way under bright blue skies and stiff breeze that seemed tailor-made for the AC45.

Hoping to capitalize on the spectacle, local ACWS organizers hosted a media breakfast and tour of Fort Adams to coincide with the start.

The morning began with live streaming coverage of the regatta that was projected onto a giant screen overlooking the race course from the ballroom at Ocean Cliff.

To say that the event is shaping up to be a highlight of the season would be an understatement.

Already, the promise of international media exposure and worldclass visitors that are expected to come here for what will be the culmination of the inaugural ACWS, is paying off.

Brad Read, the executive director of Sail Newport, perhaps said it best when he remarked on Wednesday: “Newport is synonymous with the America’s Cup; we even have a street named for it.”

Indeed, we do. And soon, we’ll also have improved infrastructure along our harborfront, a repaved Lower Thames Street, and invaluable exposure for Fort Adams and the work of its caretaker, the Fort Adams Trust.

Given the state’s financial footing, could we really have expected such an infusion of outside money if not for the value of the America’s Cup? While there’s still much work to be done in the short term, there’s also plenty of reason for optimism in the long-term. What’s being left behind at the fort, and the impression that will be made over the airwaves, will pay dividends for years to come.

We’ll explore that concept more in the coming weeks. In the meantime, we suggest seeing for yourself what’s to come by visiting www.

AmericasCup.com.

Passages On a more somber note, we recognize this week the passing of two influential islanders who proved that public service need not come at an expense to one’s dignity or goodwill.

Earlier this week, Sen. June N. Gibbs, a Republican who represented Middletown, Newport, Little Compton and Tiverton during a more than 30-year career in local and state politics, passed away at the age of 89.

Gibbs retired from public service in 2008 after losing re-election to current Sen. Louis P. DiPalma. Respected on both sides of the aisle, Gibbs practiced an earnest kind of politics, which is often lacking today.

Her death was preceded by that of Bruce Lang, the founder of the watchdog group Operation Clean Government.

Dedicated to promoting honest, responsible, and responsive state government in Rhode Island, OCG has become one of the state’s most influential non-partisan organizations, made up entirely of volunteers who like Lang, are convinced that we can do better.

That we would lose both of these public servants so close to one another is indeed unfortunate. Let’s hope that their examples serve as reminders to those who are considering running for office that politics, as is life, only what you make of it.

Newport’s Titanic Loss

John Jacob Astor IV was an American businessman, real estate builder, investor, inventor, writer, lieutenant colonel in the Spanish-American War and a member of the prominent Astor family. At 11:40 p.m., on the night of April 14, 1912, the Titanic collided with an iceberg resulting in catastrophic damage. Astor helped his pregnant wife with her maid and nurse into a lifeboat. Madeleine, her nurse, and her maid survived. Astor and his valet, Victor Robbins, did not. He was the richest passenger aboard the Titanic.

In the aftermath, ships were sent out to retrieve the bodies from the site of the sinking; of the 1,517 passengers and crew that perished, only 333 bodies were recovered. Astor’s body was recovered on April 22 by the steamer Mackay-Bennett, a cable-ship chartered by White Star Line (the Titanic’s shipping company).

Astor was identified by the initials sewn on the label of his jacket.

Among the items found on him was a gold pocket watch which his son, Vincent, claimed and wore the rest of his life. John Jacob Astor left $72 million of his $150 million fortune ($11.92 billion in 2011 dollars) to his eldest son Vincent. Astor left his Newport mansion “Beechwood” and all of its furnishings to his wife Madeleine.

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OPINION

Arts & Culture Alliance Needs You! Every local artist, performer, performance venue owner, and shopkeeper who makes their living from the arts should consider attending the 20th anniversary annual meeting of the Newport Arts & Cultural Alliance on Thursday, April 19 at 6 p.m. at the Newport Art Museum.

Here’s why: Newport has a large artist community, but that message may not be getting out to the public. The Arts & Cultural Alliance needs the participation of its artist and commercial community to accomplish their goals.

Artists need to recognize that the whole is greater than the sum of their parts. Rather than competing with each other, artists can collaborate to create more recognition and draw art lovers to Newport.

Successful performing artists should reflect on what it meant to them to be mentored in their early

years. They should seek opportunities to mentor others.

Performing artists and performance venues should work together to provide a variety of quality performance and entertainment in a broad category of interests. This will not only address the interests of visiting tourists, but also residents. We should inspire people to think “arts & performances” when they make plans for socializing.

Arts and entertainment in Newport should be celebrated and showcased. George Wein showed the value of making the word “Newport” internationally synonymous with jazz and folk music. His 58-year investment in the community continues to bring visitors to Newport annually. Recently, Wein converted the Newport Jazz Festival and the Newport Folk Festival into a non-profit foundation. The Newport Festivals Foundation, Inc. will fund youth education initia-

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Leashing is the Law To the Editor: (In response to a letter in the April 5 edition of Newport This Week.) I would like to tell Christine she is not alone in her feelings and I have had the same experience as she has had and it must be dealt with by our city officials.

I am a dog owner and respect my animal a great deal. I would never be in a public place without a leash being on. It is the law and therefore it does need to be enforced. I have encountered similar problems with other dog owners who walk their dogs with and without leashes in their hands, at the park or on Newport City streets.

It is great your dog listens to you when you use a command but your dog at all times is expected in a public place to have a leash on.

I will state, the only time I feel it doable, is if you are in the privacy of your own property or that of a friend, is it proper for the dog to go without a leash. The minute if you do have your dog in public, not on the leash and you see another dog, it is imperative to leash this animal.

We do not know the reaction that will take place between these animals, and as a dog owner, I do not want to have to deal with the aftermath and nor should another pet owner. It may be a rigid way to address the situation but if we adhere to the same rule for every dog owner we will not have stories such as Christine’s and Newport will be a safer place for ourselves and of course our dogs.

Will Brulotte Newport

tives, which will support the expansion of the music program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County. Perhaps this can inspire Newporters to work together to engage arts and cultural events as a community.

Thousands of people will come to Newport this year for the music festivals and for the America’s Cup World Series, the Tall Ships, and the quaint charm of this historic city. We have the choice of sending them home with an impression about our community. That is what the Arts & Cultural Alliance is about. So, I say to the artist community of Newport and to all those who make their living through artists’ work: Remember that the alliance is what you make of it. Come to the meeting, and bring your ideas.

Robert Johnson Howard

Washington Square Commission is Reborn

By Tom Shevlin

On May 14, 1997, the Newport City Council adopted Resolution No. 97-71, thereby establishing the Washington Square Advisory Commission. It’s goal: to develop, and bring to fruition a comprehensive upgrade to Washington Square.

Fifteen years later, the square has been reborn.

Featuring wider sidewalks, improved curbing, historic lighting features, and a replica horse trough fountain, efforts to improve the square came to a close last fall – and with it, also came an end to the formal charge of the Washington Square Advisory Commission.

In November, members of the group gathered outside of the Colony House to celebrate the completion of an ambitious public works project that proponents hope will reclaim the square’s place as the city’s historic town center.

At the time, Mayor Stephen C. Waluk declared, that for too long, Washington Square had been a place “that people went through.”

“We want this to be a place where people come,” he added.

However, according to proponents, there’s still more work to be done.

Acknowledging the challenges that still exist, City Council members recast the group this week to tackle the next phase of the square’s revitalization.

Once reformed, the group is expected to begin addressing a number of issues, not least of which is expected to be improvements to Eisenhower Park.

The group will be reconstituted with representatives of the following, to be appointed by the City Council: Newport City Council; Newport Tree & Open Space Commission; The Newport Historical Society; The Newport Restoration Foundation; The Newport Tree Society; Washington Square Roots Initiative; as well as Newport business owners and residents-at-Large The life of the commission will cease its existence six months following the completion of the project.

BABY STEPS

CONTINUED FROM PG. 2 4-year graduation rate is 65-percent; with a dropout rate of 35-percent. Those numbers fair slightly better in Newport where the graduation rate is 78-percent, with a 22-percent dropout rate – a number that Shoemaker believes Baby Steps can change for the better.

In examining “chronically absent” students, which is defined as any student who is absent 18 or more days of the school year, 19 percent of Newport’s kindergarten through third graders are considered absentees. Once students reach Thompson Middle School, that number jumps to 25 percent and then skyrockets to 42 percent of all Rogers High School students considered truant.

Shoemaker says that due to the “greater use of information technology, researchers … have concluded that potential dropouts and absenteeism can be identified at the elementary level and back as early as age 3; implying that birth to 3-years are a critical period of a child’s education.”

In August 2009, Shoemaker and 10 Newporters, including educators, social workers, and medical professionals visited Geoffrey Canada’s Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) in New York. While there, the group saw first-hand the effectiveness of Canada’s “Baby College,” a pilot program that involved parents of infants to become involved in their baby’s earliest developmental stages of education. Inspired, the group returned to Newport, and by November 2009, held the first Saturday session of Baby Steps.

Stressing the importance of creating a bond between parent and child, Baby Steps believes that special relationship is the “cornerstone” of developing the necessary skills for learning. For instance, Shoemaker explains, “Parents need to sing and read to their child even before the child can speak, because this is when the ‘circuits’ in the brain are being connected.”

Education experts suggest that if a child is not part of a trusting relationship with a caregiver, the negative effects could be long lasting.

The goal of Baby Steps is to have a child’s brain be “hard wired” in a positive manner.

While currently solvent, a program like Baby Steps needs money to continue to operate and achieve their goals of toddler education.

The group has received no aid from the government, but has been supported by grants from the John Clarke Foundation, The Rhode Island Foundation, Bank Newport, and donations from area churches and two previous fundraisers. Their third fundraiser will take place on Thursday, April 19 at 5 p.m. at the Atlantic Beach Club. Tickets are $25 per person and include a pasta dinner as well as a raffle. For more information, contact Linda Finn at 258-6851 or lindaf6@cox.net. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.babysteps-ri.org.

Baby Steps hopes to continue to make aware the importance of educating the youngest age group and their parents and encourages all those interested to attend their fundraiser and Saturday sessions.

The next regular session will be held on Saturday, April 14 at the Florence Gray Center, 1 York St., in Newport with a family breakfast from 9 – 10 a.m., followed by the program’s activities from 10 a.m. – noon.

“We’ve come a long way in three years,” Shoemaker said. “There wasn’t a roadmap for a program like this, but people now understand the importance of education for 0 to 3 year olds, and we’re finding our way.”

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Council Weighs in on Legislation

By Tom Shevlin City Council members on Wednesday weighed in on a series of bills currently making their way through the General Assembly that could have significant impacts on city finances.

In what may have been the most significant, councilors voted to endorse a package of legislation being pushed by Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee, that would give qualifying cities and towns more control over post employment benefits.

The legislation, which has been criticized by union leaders for reaching too far into established contracts, was welcomed by the mayors of Providence, Cranston and Warwick during a highly anticipated press conference last month.

If approved, those cities and towns that have been determined to be “highly distressed communities” (HDCs) would be required to balance collective bargaining agreements with the community’s ability to pay.

Meanwhile, other communities facing less severe financial burdens would be given a toolkit to rein in costs, including permission to suspend COLAs in localadministered pension programs; cut disability pensions if those employees have demonstrated the ability to still work; and to bring local pension benefits in line with the state-run Municipal Employees Retirement System (MERS).

Saying that the legislation would offer “financial relief” to the city, councilors threw their support behind the following bills: • H-8006 and S-2826, which would extend to communities which have been determined to be “highly distressed communities” (as defined by the General Laws of Rl) additional authorization to act in modification of police and fire labor contracts.

• H-8009 and S-2825, which would allow a municipality with a locally administered pension that is in critical status to suspend future benefit adjustments to re-

tirees after certain findings are made.

• H-8010 and S-2824, which would prohibit municipal ordinances, collective bargaining agreements, and interest arbitration awards from providing employee retirement benefits that exceed the actuarial value of benefits afforded under the municipal employees retirement system, and would further authorize city and town councils to amend retirement benefits for new and non-vested employees.

• And finally, H-8012 and S-2829, passage of which would provide that supplemental appropriations made by a city, town or regional school district appropriating authority for the payment of past annual expenditures would not be used in the computation of the maintenance of effort requirements established under Section 16-7-23 of the Rl General Laws.

Another piece of legislation, however, wasn’t as well received.

House Bill 7867, which was introduced by Providence Rep. William San Bento, and calls for the reduction of all municipal permit fees by 50 percent for a period of two years, found staunch opposition from the council.

The bill, which would also implement a moratorium on the assessment and collection of municipal impact fees as currently established for proposed new construction for a period of three years. It is supported by developers, and, according to councilors, it could have a significant impact on revenues collected by the city.

Councilors resolved that “[P]assage of H 7867 would result in a loss in revenue of approximately one-half million dollars and severely impact the City of Newport’s Operating Budget.”

Both resolutions – supporting the governor’s proposal and opposing the San Bento bill – will be forwarded to the city’s General Assembly delegation for their consideration.

For a full wrap up of Wednesday’s council meeting, visit www.

Newport-Now.com.

SCHOOLS CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 away from locally elected officials the ability to control the biggest component of local budgets.”

Meanwhile, Committee member Jo Eva Gaines called a proposal to mandate that an expired teacher and school employee contract continue under the same terms and conditions, an “incentive not to settle on a new contract.”

That sentiment was backed up in a resolution written by Kelley, which said the bill would serve as a “disincentive for unions to bargain in good faith” on future contracts.

Finally, the School Committee passed a resolution that supports the House bill that would move the teacher layoff notification date from March 1 to June 1 – a shift that the school department has sought for some time.

Ambrogi explained that the March 1 is “too soon to have an understanding of revenue, enrollment, and expenditures needed for the subsequent school and fiscal year.”

Gaines called the March 1 date a “lesson in futility,” saying that the early notification puts people in a state of angst, even though the majority of those given pink slips will still have a job in September.

Impact of Truancy on Test Results In the district’s continuous battle to fight truancy in Newport schools,

Director of Curriculum Dr. Caroline Frey reported on standardized test scores that showed students who are considered truant (missing 18 or more school days a year) are far less proficient in reading and math.

For example, in grade 11 mathematics, 37.5 percent of students are considered proficient, compared to only 8.9 percent of truant students.

The issue of chronic absenteeism has plagued the schools at all levels, and while the district has attempted different methods to get children back in school, Gaines suggested law enforcement needs to step up to help combat the problem. “When people are breaking the law [by not getting their children to school], it’s not our job to go after them. It’s the law enforcement’s job. If the police have to ring the doorbell to get that parent out of bed to get that kid to school … we need to do it.”

Committee member Thomas Phelan echoed Gaines’ sentiments, saying, “At the elementary level there is no excuse for a child to be out for 18 days unless he or she is very sick. Keeping a child out for that many days is a form of child abuse that delays the child. Until the state decides to do something about the issue, we can’t do anything … and they don’t care.”

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Earth Day Events

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by Shawna E.M. Snyder Spring has sprung! The birds are chirping, the rainbow of daffodils, tulips and crocuses are popping, but¬, best of all, people are out and about enjoying the fresh air. My family and I recently went to the park and it was buzzing with activity. As we returned home we passed by some garbage on the sidewalk and my four-year-old daughter said to me, “Those litterbugs are making our Earth yucky!” Kids understand that littering is unacceptable. It is so important to encourage them to care for and respect for their environment as they will grow up to be its guardians. Earth Day is April 22, and will mark the 42nd anniversary of this global effort. What better way to enjoy spring than to celebrate Mother Earth at one of the events on Aquidneck Island. Here are a few fun activities that you and your family can do together to help make our planet a healthier place to live.

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Newport Clean City Program Newport Mayor Stephen Waluk and the Newport Public Services Department’s Clean City Program invites all residents to volunteer for one of the 12 litter clean- up events scheduled during Newport’s 2012 Earth Day Celebration. “We are fortunate that Newport has such dedicated volunteers,” said Mayor Waluk.

“The City of Newport is appreciative of any assistance you can provide in keeping our city clean.” Most of the city’s Earth Day events will take place on Saturday, April 14 with rain date of Saturday, April 21.

Join one of a host of teams that will be scattered throughout Newport. Businesses, organizations, associations and schools will lead the effort to make Newport shine like the jewel that it is. “Spring is a great time for cleaning and pitching in with the City of Newport’s Earth Day Celebration. Everyone is invited to join in to help make Newport a more beautiful place to live,” said Kristin Littlefield, Newport’s Clean City Coordinator.

Interested volunteers may contact her directly or the Clean City Program at 845-5613. All events are posted online at www.cityofnewport.com/cleancity.

The city will also host Spring Recycling Day on April 28, Saturday, 9a.m.-1p.m. at Easton’s Beach east parking lot. This event will serve as a collection site for electronic waste, bulky plastics, Styrofoam, clothing and household items, books, bicycles, plastic bags, and cooking oil. Participants will also be able to shred sensitive documents and purchase recycling and compost bins at a discounted rate.

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Clean Up at Ballard Park The Friends of Ballard Park are hosting an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 21. Kicking off at 9 a.m., volunteers can help clean up the park. Divided into two groups, one will remove invasive plants from the quarry meadow and the second will pick up trash in and around the park. Those interested in volunteering should meet at the quarry meadow off Hazard Road at 9 a.m.

At 11 a.m. the Friends will offer a free, guided tour of Ballard Park.

Staff will point out unique features, identify vegetation and share some of the site’s history. The tour will begin at the trail sign in the quarry meadow off of Hazard Road. You don’t have to volunteer at the clean up to go on the tour.

To volunteer or RSVP for the tour, contact Jessica Lade at 619-3377 or Jessica@ballardpark.org. Visit www.ballardpark.org for more information. newportFILM and Aquidneck Land Trust A special showing of “Last Call at the Oasis” at the Jane Pickens Theater, Thursday, April 19, 5:30 p.m. sponsored by newportFILM and the Aquidneck Land Trust.

This documentary film illuminates the vital role water plays in our lives, exposes the defects in the current system and shows communities already struggling with its ill-effects. After the film there will be a Q&A with Alex Prud'homme, a journalist and author for over twenty years. Seats must be reserved by contacting Courtney Huth at chuth@ailt.org or 849-2799 ext. 19.

The event is free and open to the public.

Aquidneck Island Planning Commission Film The AIPC, with support from rTerra and Rhode Island Wind Power, is hosting the premier RI screening of the 2012 environmental documentary Switch, at the Jane Pickens Theater at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 23. While there is no charge, registration is suggested by contacting sarah@aquidneckplanning. org.

Recycling Event A free electronic waste (e-waste) recycling drive will be held in celebration of Earth Day on Friday, April 20 from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. by Karen’s Hair Design, 3357 East Main Rd., in Portsmouth.

Ruth Oppenheim, an eyewitness to the night of Nazi destruction known as Kristallnacht, or the Night of Broken Glass, will be the guest speaker at Naval Station Newport’s observance of Holocaust Days of Remembrance on Wednesday, April 19. The lecture will be at 10:30 a.m. in the Naval Justice School auditorium, building 360. The event is open to all hands with base access.

Camp Registration Open Registration continues for the Naval Station Newport’s Summer Camp. Children (ages 5-12) of active duty personnel, DoD civilians and contractors are eligible to participate. Registration is now open for children of military personnel. DoD civilians/contractors may register beginning April 18. Call 401-841-2883 for more information.

Earth Day Activities Navy personnel will help beautify Aquidneck Island in celebration of Earth Day. On Thursday, April 19, the Naval Health Clinic will clean up Brenton Point State Park. Volunteers should meet at the Naval Health Clinic New England, 1 Riggs Road, at 11:45a.m. To volunteer, contact Bennie, Command Volunteer Coordinator at Naval Station Newport at 401841-6840 or bennie.mitchell@ med.navy.mil.

The Naval Station shoreline clean-up will be held April 16-19 and all hands on base are invited to participate. For more information contact Ens. Joshua Bly at 401-841-6927.

School Vacation Activities MWR will host events for the kids during the April school vacation. POW! Science! offers handson science activities for ages 5-12 on Tuesday, April 17. The Roger Williams Zoomobile will be on hand Wednesday, April 18 with live animal presentations for ages 3 and up. Destination Imagination encourages children ages 5-13 to get creative and “think out of the box” on Thursday, April 19. There are two sessions each day, 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 12-1 p.m. The $5 fee includes arts and crafts activities and refreshments. Call 401-841-3127 for more information and to register.

Carr Point Registration MWR is now accepting reservations for pavilion and RV spaces at the Carr Point Recreational Facility. The facility is open Memorial Day through Oct. 31 to military and DoD personnel. For RV Park information, contact ITT at 401-841-3116. For pavilion rental information, call the Officers’ Club at 401-841-1442.

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DIVIDING TIPS: Several signs to watch for to know when to divide: The center of the plant is beginning to decline while the outside edges are growing well.

The plant is not blooming well or has stopped producing blooms.

The plant just isn’t performing like it used to The plant is outgrowing its space and crowding out the plants beside it.

You can usually divide a plant whenever it is large enough, i.e. has more than one stem such that each division will have roots and a crown.

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Divide perennials as soon as the gound has thawed and the growing tips of the plant have emerged. This will allow enough time for roots to settle in before hot weather. clump of phlox is like digging into a brick. You cannot kill this plant, so hack away! Using a square-tipped shovel, cut the plant in half, remove it from the garden, and then continue dividing the huge mass into smaller, manageable plants. Phlox is very invasive, so in about five years you will have plenty to give away.

• When dividing daylilies, not only will you need two forks to lift the heavy clumps, you will also need a pruning knife (any very sharp knife will do) and a jar filled with three parts water to one part rubbing alcohol. After the tuberous clump is out of the ground, dip your knife into the water/alcohol mixture, and use it to cut the tubers apart. A small clump of two to five tubers is all you need to start a healthy new plant.

Dip your knife in the alcohol mixture after cutting every division. The mixture works as an antiseptic for your plants. Use this method for clumpforming iris as well. Iris grow in circles, so wherever you replant them,

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Now is the time to divide those gigantic clumps of perennials in your garden. Plant division makes for healthier plants; you can move the new divisions to other beds or share them with friends. There is nothing like receiving free plants that you have admired from a fellow gardener.

Dividing plants is a bit tedious, but like weeding, once you get started, it becomes easier, and you become far happier with your garden. You are also making more room in your garden to add new plants this spring.

This week, I will dig up and divide my huge clumps of Palace Pagoda daylilies. It is amazing that most daylilies will multiply in about three years from two or three tiny tubers to a nine-inch-diameter clump. Each year, nature takes its course, and the tubers multiply underground. Multiplication is good, as long as weeds do not invade your clumps! You can weed your clumps at the same time that you divide them.

The most common perennials to divide in the spring are daylilies, astilbe, phlox, coneflower, bergenia, sedum, and hosta. The process of dividing your plants is quite simple: • Use a garden fork, and gently dig outward away from the crown of the plant. This method causes less root damage to the plant. Then dig a bit deeper with the fork, and lift out the plant. You may need a knife or even an axe to divide fibrous plants. More tender perennials can be pulled apart by hand.

• For hosta, after the plant is out of the ground, you can gently pull the stems and plants apart. Should you have very large clumps, follow the directions for lifting and dividing daylilies.

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they will grow into another circle.

• Astilbe can grow into massive clumps. Dig, split, and divide.

• Iris grow from rhizomes, the oblong tube-like bulbs that grow above the soil line. Iris plants are best divided after they bloom. Use a garden fork, and lift the rhizomes very carefully. Again, use the jar of water mixed with rubbing alcohol and a small sharp knife to cut off the rhizomes, dipping your knife in the alcohol mixture after each cut.

• Examine your roots, tubers, and rhizomes while they are out of the ground. Should you find any disease or cut a tuber in half by mistake, toss it out immediately.

• After you have dug each perennial clump out of your garden, replace the garden soil with new fertilizer and gardening soil. It’s a good idea to add a healthy heap of compost, too. The healthy plants you have just dug up have taken a lot of soil with them, and nutrients, too.

• Before you start dividing your plants, make sure that their new home is ready for them. The divisions should be planted immediately and watered thoroughly.

Your new beds will need new soil and soil amendments. Get your new beds ready at least a week before you start dividing your plants.

The new beds and tubers must be weed-free, or you will be replanting weeds along with your perennials.

Making divisions is not that complicated, but it is a chore. Your reward is healthy plants. Plants that have not been divided will eventually choke surrounding plants and even themselves. So, do your plants and gardens a favor, and divide this spring!

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“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., $2, 401-847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

Shakespeare in Middletown Fans gather weekly to read and enjoy works of the Bard. Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 5 p.m., free.

Life of the Mind Series Christian M. McBurney will talk about the British occupation of Newport, based on his new book, “The Rhode Island Campaign.”

Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 6 p.m., $5, 847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

American Icon Lecture Elliott Gorn, professor of American civilization and history at Brown University, will discuss “American Icons: The Power of Enduring Texts and Images in U.S. Society.” O’Hare Academic Center, Bazarsky Lecture Hall, 6:30 p.m.

Poetry Reading Charles Harper celebrates National Poetry Month, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 7 p.m.

Friday April 13

China Presentation Pennfield students and faculty will present on their recent visit to China, Pennfield School, 110 Sandy Point Farm Rd., Portsmouth, 8:20 a.m., 401-849-4646.

Belcourt Castle Ghost Tour Owner Harle Tinney shares her experiences with ghosts at Belcourt.

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Improv Comedy Join the Bit Players for lightningfast interactive comedy, Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 8 p.m., 401-849-3473, www.FirehouseTheater.org.

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Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour Hear stories of revolution, struggles for religious liberty and remarkable entrepreneurship among Newport’s diverse people.

Museum of Newport History, Brick Market, 127 Thames Street, 10:30 a.m., 401-841-8770.

Piping Plovers at Sachuest Join refuge staff to learn about the Piping Plovers, the challenges they face and what you can do to help, Sachuest Point Wildlife Refuge, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 401- 8475511.

Colonial Site Tour: Public & Private Life Tour the 1739 Colony House, built

to house RI government, and the 1697 Wanton Lyman Hazard House, Newport’s oldest house museum. Museum of Newport History, Brick Market, 127 Thames Street, 11:30 a.m., 401-841-8770, www.NewportHistoryTours.org.

Beach Clean Up Clean Ocean Access leads their 46th coastal cleanup, Ledge Road to Bailey’s Beach, meet at turnaround end of Bellevue Ave., noon- 2 p.m.

Birdwatching 101 Learn the basics of this wonderful pastime on a guided walk, Sachuest Point Wildlife Refuge, Middletown, 2 p.m., free.

Historic Tours for Curious People Walking tours of Newport’s historic “Point” area, tickets and departures from the Visitors’ Center, 23 America’s Cup Ave. 2 p.m., 401-848-7281, www.toursforcuriouspeople.com.

Kids Matinee Children and families are invited to the Newport Public Library for a free showing of “Dolphin Tale,” rated PG. No registration is required - just drop in. 300 Spring St., 2:30 p.m.

Opera Workshop Salve Regina University student performance, Ochre Court, Ochre Point Ave., 4 p.m. 401-341-2295.

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Common Fence Music Phil Och’s Song Night with MC Sonny Ochs 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth, hall opens at 7 p.m. for the “folk tailgate picnic,” concert 8 p.m., $20, 401-683-5085, www.

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Improv Comedy 8 p.m. See April 13.

Pearl Jam Tribute Backseat Lover, a Pearl Jam tribute band, performs at Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Rd., 9 p.m., $10, www.NewportGrand.com.

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Irish traditions in Newport go well beyond cele brating St. Patrick’s Day. Sundays, at the Fastnet, people, young and younger come to music performed in true Irish session style. Seen here are Tony Gutierrez, Jack Wright, Tim May and Tom Perrotti (Photo by Rob Thorn)

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By Sarah Murphy Every Sunday from 5-9 p.m., you can enjoy live Irish music at the Fastnet Pub. Hosts A.O. Gutierrez, Tim May, and Jack Wright welcome any reasonably accomplished musician to join in these Irish jam sessions.

In Ireland, a “session” is a casual gathering in people’s homes, where local musicians play traditional Irish music for their neighbors and friends. While Ireland was under English rule, the playing of folk music was discouraged. The sessions gave people a way of preserving their musical heritage.

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Jack Wright plays the accordion and fiddle. Thirty years ago, a trip to Ireland inspired him to take up the fiddle, and he’s been playing as much as he can since then.

“You learn to play the tunes by attending the sessions and asking the players what songs they’re performing,” Wright said. “These jigs and reels have been handed down through generations, and the sessions like at Fastnet really keep the tradition alive.”

While all of the musicians know how to read music, many say they learn best from listening to each other play. Some look up the songs on YouTube to get an ear for it.

A.O. Gutierrez, who plays the fiddle, described the difference between a fiddle and a violin: “No one cares if you spill beer on a fiddle. A violin and a fiddle are the same instrument but the playing styles are different. The bridge is usually flatter on a fiddle to pick up notes easier, because the bow remains on the strings the whole time, while classical playing requires more of a detached bowing.”

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Doris Duke’s Rough Point opens the for 2012 season with a new exhibit showcasing Duke’s extensive travel adventures and her deep appreciation for the cultures of the world. “Passport to the World: Doris Duke the International Traveler” gives visitors a brief look into her unique adventures and includes personal photos and memorabilia, as well as a first time glimpse at the extensive collections she amassed while traveling. Duke eschewed traditional souvenirs, preferring art, furniture and fashions to remind her of the places she visited.

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Save the Bay Exploration Center Visit and learn about sea creatures, storytime, 175 Memorial Blvd., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 401-849-8430.

Scenic Train Rides 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. See April 15 for details.

DiStephano Lecture Hall, Antone Academic Center, Lawrence Ave., 6 p.m., reception to follow.

Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour 10:30 a.m. See April 14 for details.

Teen Beading Join the teen librarians for beading creativity. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2-7:30 p.m., free.

Arts Around the Fire Arts & Cultural Alliance’s monthly gathering features a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres and an informal atmosphere where artists, performers, writers and art lovers can connect at Spanglish, 162 Broadway, 6-8 p.m. Drop in, no reservations needed.

Scenic Train Rides Enjoy a narrated ten-mile scenic ride along Narragansett Bay, heated cars, 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. departures from Old Colony Railway Depot, 19 America’s Cup Ave., www.ocnrr.com.

Historic Tours for Curious People 2 p.m. See April 14 for details.

Film Screening Jamestown Library screening of “A Night to Remember” in observance of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of Titanic, 26 North Rd., free, 3 p.m., 401-423-7280.

Green Mountain Choir College choir performs perform Welsh/Irish folk songs, twentiethcentury madrigals, spirituals and jazz standards, St. Mary’s Church, Spring St., 3 p.m.

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Rogues and Scoundrels Tour Learn why this colony was sometimes known as “Rogue’s Island” as you stroll through Newport. See where scoundrels lived, where pirates profited, and where criminals were put on trial. Museum of Newport History, Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 11 a.m., 401-841-8770.

Belcourt Castle Candlelight Tour Experience Belcourt mansion and learn about its history with owner Harle Tinney, 657 Bellevue Ave., 6 p.m., 401-846-0669.

Channing Reading Group First in a three part series on William Ellery Channing, one of the most famous liberal religious and political figures of the 19th century, Channing Memorial Church, 135 Pelham St., 7 p.m., 401-846-0643.

Buchenwald Film Screening Director Rob Cohen screens “Kinderblock 66,” a heart-wrenching new documentary about an underground prison at Buchenwald, SRU, Bazarsky Lecture Hall, O’Hare Academic Center, 7 p.m., free.

Tuesday April 17

Scenic Train Rides 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. See April 15 for details.

Lunch with the Artist Series Richard Tyre hosts a lunchtime discussion on “Fra Filippo Lippi: Great Renaissance Painter, Churchman and Lover,” 12 p.m., bring lunch, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 401-848-8200.

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Cool Chicks at the Library Watson’s Farm will bring a live chicken and live chicks. Children ages 4 and up will have an opportunity to interact with the mother hen and chicks. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2:30 p.m., free, just drop-in.

Chamber’s Annual Meeting Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting at OceanCliff, 5:30-7:30 p.m., guest speaker General Treasurer Gina Raimondo, for more information call 401-847-1608 or email kathleen@NewportChamber.com.

LaFarge Lecture Salve Regina University presents Dr. James Yarnall, associate professor of art, on “Old Master or Disaster: Revisiting John La Farge,”

Geezers at Empire Join acoustic folk musicians at Empire Tea & Coffee, 22 Broadway, 7:30 p.m., 401-619-1388.

IYRS Lecture Ben Hall, will present “Wing Sails, Carbon Fiber and Multi-Hulls: The New Technology of the Cup,” IYRS, 449 Thames St., 7:30 p.m., members free, non-members $7, 401848-5777.

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Still Life at Sachuest Explore the wildlife refuge and your inner artist. This program is self-led and no instruction is provided. Bring bag lunch and art materials. All levels and ages welcome. Sachuest Point Visitors Center, Middletown. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Scenic Train Rides 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. See April 15 for details.

Cyber Trivia Teen cyber trivia at the Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2-8:30 p.m., free, drop in.

Chess Group Weekly gathering for chess players, Empire Tea & Coffee, 22 Broadway, 7:30 p.m., 401-619-1388.

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Scenic Train Rides 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. See April 15 for details.

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Eight Bells Lecture The Eight Bells Lecture Series presents Mike Matheny on “Carrying the War to the Enemy: American Operational Art to 1945,” Naval War College Museum, 12 p.m., free and open to the public but advance reservations required, limited seating, 841-2101.

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Research Workshop The Newport Historical Society hosts a workshop to acquaint public with its collection and introduce research strategies, NHS Headquarters, 82 Touro St., 1-2 p.m., $10 non-members, members free, 401846-0813.

“If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare” 5 p.m. See Thursday, April 12.

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Read/Eat/Chat All are invited to discuss “Seven Days in the Art World,” by Sarah Thornton, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 12 p.m., members free, non-members $5, bring lunch, 401-848-8200, www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

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Shakespeare in Middletown 5 p.m. See Thursday, April 12.

Green Screening “Last Call at the Oasis,” documentary on the global water crisis, sponsored by newportFILM and Aquidneck Land Trust, Jane Pickens Theater, 49 Touro St., reception 5:30 p.m., screening 6 p.m. Free but space is limited. To reserve, email chuth@ailt.org or call 401849-2799 ext. 19.

Life of the Mind Series China expert Angela Casey will discuss the Chinese economy and its growing impact on ours. Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 6 p.m., $5, 847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

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Arts& Cultural Alliance Annual Meeting Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 6:30 p.m.

Thursday Book Discussion The Thursday Evening Book Group meets tonight to discuss, “The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris,” by David McCullough and examine the expatriates of the Belle Epoque. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 7 p.m., free and open to the public, 401-847-8720.

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Rogues and Scoundrels Tour Learn why this colony was sometimes known as “Rogue’s Island” as you stroll through Newport. See where scoundrels lived, where pirates profited, and where criminals were put on trial. Museum of Newport History, Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 11 a.m., 401-841-8770.

Scenic Train Rides 11:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. See April 15 for details.

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Musical Entertainment Thursday, April 12 Billy Goodes–Open Mic Jam with Kevin Sullivan, 9:30 p.m.

Christie’s – DJ & Dancing with DJ Henney, 10 p.m.

Fathoms at the Newport Marriott– Paul del Nero 7-10 p.m.

Gas Lamp Grille–Video DJ Mike DMulti-floor dance party.

O’Brien’s Pub–DJ Curfew, 10 p.m.

One Pelham East–Keith Manville Perro Salado–Honky Tonk Knights, 8:30 p.m.

Rhino Bar–Reggae Night

Children’s Tree Walk & Touch-a-Bucket-Truck Tree Climbing Demo For kids of all ages. Meet Charlie Ridolph, Newport City Forester.

He will demonstrate tree climbing techniques and equipment. Then he will lead a tree walk through Morton Park, 1 p.m.

Friday, April 13

Belcourt Castle Ghost Tour Owner Harle Tinney shares her experiences with ghosts at Belcourt.

657 Bellevue Ave., 6 p.m., 401-8460669.

O’Brien’s Pub­–The Merge, 10 p.m.

Screening at Sachuest View the “Planet Earth” series’ “Mountains,” Sachuest Point Visitors Center, Middletown. 6 p.m., free.

Improv Comedy 8 p.m. See April 13.

Saturday April 21

Soil Testing Bring a soil sample from your garden to receive a basic analysis by URI Master Gardeners. Gardeners are also available to answer your gardening questions. Prescott Farm, 2009 West Main Rd., 10 a.m.noon, free.

Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour Hear stories of revolution, struggles for religious liberty and remarkable entrepreneurship among Newport’s diverse people.

Museum of Newport History, Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 10:30 a.m., 401-841-8770.

Flower Potting Party Time for the young ones (ages 3 and up) to roll up their sleeves and plant at the Middletown Library, 700 West Main Rd., 11 a.m., free but registration required, 401-8461573.

Colonial Site Tour: Public & Private Life Tour the 1739 Colony House, built to house RI government, and the 1697 Wanton Lyman Hazard House, Newport’s oldest house museum. Museum of Newport History, Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 11:30 a.m., 401-841-8770, www.

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Redwood Poets Group Forum for poets who are currently writing and who seek critique.

New members are welcome. Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 1:30 p.m., 401-847-0292, www.

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Historic Tours for Curious People Walking tours of Newport’s historic

See CALENDAR page 17

Billy Goodes–Live music Christie’s – DJ & Dancing, 10 p.m.

Middletown VFW–Karaoke, DJ Papa John, 8:30 p.m.

Newport Blues Cafe–Mystique, 9:30 p.m.

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– East Coast Rythym, 9 p.m.

One Pelham East–Bear Fight Rhino Bar–Diesel; The Face Show Rhumbline–Lois Vaughan, 6:3010 p.m.

Rusty’s-Open Mic Night with Dynimite Dom, 9 p.m.-closing The Chanler–Johnny Souza, Yvonne Monnett, Tom Pasquerelli, 6-10 p.m.

Saturday, April 14 Clarke Cooke House–Foreverly Brothers, 9:30 p.m.

The Hyatt Five33 –Dave Manuel, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Middletown VFW–Karaoke, DJ Papa John, 8:30 p.m.

Newport Blues Cafe–Sugar, 9:30 p.m.

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Summer School, 9 p.m.

Newport Grand Event Center– Backseat Lover-Pearl Jam tribute band, 9 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub­–DJ Curfew, 10 p.m.-12:45 a.m.

One Pelham East–Never In Vegas Rhino Bar–Get Lucky,10 p.m.

Rhumbline–Bobby Ferreira, 6:3010 p.m.

Sunday, April 15 Clarke Cooke House–Bobby Ferriera on piano, 11:30 a.m.

Fastnet Pub–Traditional Irish Music, 5-8 p.m.

Gas Lamp Grille–Acoustic Night with Matt Hartke O’Brien’s Pub­–John Erikson, 9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East–Keith Manville, 6-9 p.m.

Monday, April 16 Fastnet–”Blue Monday”, Tim Taylor & Ricky King Russell, 10 p.m.

Tuesday, April 17 Billy Goodes–Songwriters Showcase with Bill Lewis, 9:3012:30 p.m.

The Café–The Ubiquitones, 10-1 p.m.

Gas Lamp Grille–Karaoke w/Erika Van Pelt One Pelham East–Stu from Never In Vegas

Wednesday, April 18 Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Grand Karaoke, 8 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub– Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East – Chris Gauthier Rhino Bar–Rhyme Culture Sardella’s–Dick Lupino, Joe Esposito, Debra Mann, 7:30-10 p.m.

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NATURE Waging War on the Gray Squirrel

By Jack Kelly Since man began tending backyard birdfeeders, he has been at war with the cagiest of enemies.

This is a foe that is ruthless in waging a relentless war against the best intentions of humanity. Organized and cunning, this fearless group attacks and survives using stealth and guile. Never has man faced a more serious and committed faction of opposing combatants!

Utilizing their greatest weapon -the cute and cuddly factor -- they infiltrate the properties of their rivals with the deft skill of the best Special Operations fighters. They make their way to the target zone and quickly size up the situation.

On most occasions, they attack alone, but when there is a major prize at stake, they will assault in great numbers.

This is the problem most firsttime backyard birdwatchers endure: the scourge of the Gray Squirrel! Most inexpensive feeders are not squirrel-proof, and thus they are no match for this determined and hungry rodent species. Squirrels are very capable climbers and are extremely adaptive to any situation. Their sharp teeth and claws will shred plastic birdfeeders and they can shimmy up or down any support poles or lines. But there are devices that can be employed to try to thwart this prolific creature, and most of these items can be purchased at local hardware stores.

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SPORTS Islanders Fall to Patriots Despite 9-run Rally

And you’re out! Middletown’s Mitchell Sullivan, #13, attempts the slide at second, but Portsmouth shortstop Robbie Wordell, #15, cuts Sullivan off as he attempts the double-play at first base.

The Islanders were down 12 – 2 with two outs in the top of the fourth inning before Ryan Hetland, #5, smacked a hit through Portsmouth’s infield, sparking a 9-run rally for Middletown. The rally wasn’t enough though, as Portsmouth ran away with the win, 18 – 12.

Photos by Rob Thorn

His first year at the helm, Middletown Head Coach Chuck Paiva, adjusts the lineup after a pitching change with one of the game’s umpires.

in SPORTS ROGERS HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL 4/13 4PM Rogers @ Narragansett 4/14 3:30PM Middletown @ Rogers GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL 4/12 4PM Portsmouth @ Rogers BOYS LACROSSE 4/14 7PM Smithfield @ Tiverton/Rogers 4/18 4PM Tiverton/Rogers @ Scituate

MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL 4/12 4PM Tiverton @ Middletown 4/14 3:30PM Middletown @ Rogers 4/16 4PM E. Greenwich @ Middletown 4/18 4PM Chariho @ Middletown GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL 4/12 4PM Middletown @ Prout 4/16 12PM Middletown @ Burrillville 4/17 1PM South Kingstown @ Middletown 4/18 11AM Middletown @ West Warwick BOYS LACROSSE 4/17 4:30PM Middletown @ South Kingstown GIRLS LACROSSE 4/17 6PM Warwick Veterans @ Middletown BOYS TENNIS 4/12 3:30PM W. Warwick @ Middletown 4/18 10AM Middletown @ Mt. Hope

PORTSMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL 4/13 4PM Coventry @ Portsmouth 4/16 12PM Portsmouth @ South Kingstown 4/18 12PM Portsmouth @ North Kingstown GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL 4/12 4PM Portsmouth @ Rogers 4/17 3:45PM Portsmouth @ Narragansett BOYS LACROSSE 4/12 7PM N. Kingstown @ Portsmouth 4/17 6PM Moses Brown @ Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL 4/25 3:30PM Portsmouth @ Barrington GIRLS LACROSSE 4/13 5:15PM Portsmouth @ Pilgrim 4/18 7PM Chariho @ Portsmouth BOYS TENNIS 4/12 4PM Portsmouth @ E. Greenwich 4/17 10:30AM Pilgrim @ Portsmouth

ST. GEORGE’S HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASEBALL 4/14 3PM St. George’s @ Lawrence 4/16 4:30PM PortsmouthAbbey @ St. George’s 4/18 3:45PM St. Sebastian’s @ St. George’s GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL 4/14 4PM Lawrence @ St. George’s 4/16 4:30PM PortsmouthAbbey @ St. George’s 4/18 3:45PM St. George’s @ Thayer BOYS LACROSSE 4/14 4PM Lawrence @ St. George’s 4/16 4:30PM PortsmouthAbbey @ St. George’s 4/18 3:45PM St. George’s @ St. Sebastian’s GIRLS LACROSSE 4/14 3PM St. George’s @ Lawrence 4/16 4:30PM St. George’s @ PortsmouthAbbey 4/18 4PM Southfield @ St. George’s BOYS TENNIS 4/14 3PM St. George’s @ Lawrence 4/16 4:30PM St. George’s @ PortsmouthAbbey 4/18 3:45PM St. Sebastian’s @ St. George’s GIRLS TENNIS 4/14 4PM Lawrence @ St. George’s 4/16 4:30PM PortsmouthAbbey @ St. George’s 4/18 4:30PM Pomfret @ St. George’s CO-ED GOLF 4/14 2:30PM Middlesex/Milton @ St. George’s 4/14 3:30PM St. George’s @ Milton SAILING 4/13 4PM Dartmouth @ St. Georges 4/14 12:30PM Milton, P. Abbey, Moses Brown @ St. Georges

Middletown’s Camron Sullivan, #12, kicks up the dirt as he slides safely into second as Portsmouth’s second baseman Alex Alvarnas, #3, reaches to grab a wild throw from the third baseline.

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CHURCH NOTICES Fill the Plate!

The Salvation Army and the Newport Public Library are pleased to host a Hunger Awareness Art Show at the library, 300 Spring St. Local artists, students and Salvation Army clients/artists will “fill the plate” with art to raise awareness on hunger and poverty issues. The show runs April 5 - 25.

Central Baptist Church Benefit Dinner A benefit dinner to raise funds for a Rhode Island child suffering from an aggressive form of brain cancer will be held Saturday, April 14, 4:30-7 p.m. at Jamestown’s Central Baptist Church, 99 Narragansett Ave. Proceeds from the lobster roll dinner will assist with Cole’s medical expenses. Tickets are $15 and are available at the church or Jamestown’s Baker’s Pharmacy. For more information, call 401-423-1651.

Rethinking Church Calvary United Methodist Church is participating in the Rethink Church movement. The objective of this movement is to touch lives, making church something we do, not just some place we go. During the week of April 15, members and friends of the church will be sharing in service projects in the community – going beyond the doors of the church to serve those in need. The community is invited to join in these projects, and to come to a screening of the award-winning documentary “Lost In Woonsocket” at April 18 at 6 p.m.

To volunteer or for more information call 401-847-6181.

Who Is That Man in Touro Park?

The Learning Center at Channing Memorial Church will host a program to explore the life of William Ellery Channing, America’s foremost Unitarian preacher during the 19th century. The series will run on Mondays, April 16 and 23, at 7 p.m. in the Channing Memorial Church library. On Sunday April 29, the group will go on walking tour of “Channing’s Newport.”

Participants will read a selection of Channing’s writings and discuss his theology in the context of intellec-

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tual movements of the mid-19th century. Robert Thorson, Eleanor Doumato and Susan Kieronski will lead the program. Suggested donation is $10. To register contact 401-846-0643 or office@channingchurch.org.

Vermont’s Green Mountain College Choir at St. Mary’s St. Mary’s Church will host the Green Mountain College Choir from Poultney, Vermont on Sunday, April 15 at 3 p.m. Under the direction of former St. Mary’s music director James Cassarino, the choir will perform Welsh and Irish folk songs, 20th century madrigals, spirituals and jazz standards.

Under Cassarino’s baton, the choir has performed throughout New England, Penn., N. Y., at the Washington National Cathedral, and has frequently toured in Wales and Ireland.

Community Meals and Fellowship Area churches work together to provide nutritious meals in a caring environment for members of our community. Upcoming meals include: Sunday, April 15, Salvation Army, 51 Memorial Blvd., 4 p.m.; Monday, April 16, St. Joseph’s Church, Broadway & Mann St., 11:30 a.m. and Channing Memorial Church, 135 Pelham St., 5 p.m.; Tuesday, April 17, United Baptist Church (with St. Lucy’s Church), 30 Spring St., 5 p.m.; Wednesday, April 18, United Baptist Church (with St. Mary’s RC Church), 30 Spring St., 12 p.m.; Thursday, April 19, St. Paul’s Methodist (with Calvary Methodist), 12 Marlborough St., 5 p.m.; Friday, April 20, Salvation Army, 50 Memorial Blvd., 5 p.m.; Saturday, April 21, Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd., 4:30 p.m. All are welcome.

Warm Up Wednesdays St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 12 Marlborough St., continues to host Warm Up Wednesdays through April. Anyone looking for a place to warm both body and soul is welcome to join the group from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. each Wednesday and enjoy fellowship, games, reading and refreshments.

Robert Hatton Barker, Jr., 48, of Newport, passed away April 5, 2012 at Newport Hospital.

He was the husband of Catherine (Morton) Barker. Donations in his memory may be made to BU Medical Center, Amyloidosis Treatment and Research Program, at www.bu.edu/amyloid/.

Michael J. Clark, Sr., formerly of Newport, passed away March 19, 2012 in Vista, CA. He was a teacher at Rogers High School for 18 years. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, April 14 at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Church, Broadway, Newport.

Suzanne Marie Fitzsimmons, 65, of Newport, passed away Feb. 27, 2012 at Newport Hospital.

She was the longtime companion of Judith A. Byrnes. A celebration of her life will be held on April 15 from 1 - 3:30 p.m. at the Morris Education Center in the Potter League for Animals 87 Oliphant Lane, Middletown. Donations in her memory may be made to Channing Memorial Church, 135 Pelham St., Newport.

June Nesbitt Gibbs, 89, passed away April 8, 2012 at home, after a two-month battle with cancer.

She served in the Rhode Island state senate from 1984 until 2008, representing Middletown, Little Compton, and parts of Portsmouth, Newport and Tiverton.

She was also Deputy Minority Leader from 1985 until the end of her tenure in the legislature. Prior to this, she served on the Middletown Town Council from 1974 to 1980 and from 1982 to 1984. She was the first woman elected to the council and the first woman council president. She was the wife of the late Donald T. Gibbs, librarian at the Redwood Library for 39 years. Calling hours will be on Saturday, April 14, from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Hambly Funeral Home, “Brick House,”30 Red Cross Ave., Newport. A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 15, at 2 p.m. in the United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Rd., MidSudoku Puzzle Solution

dletown. Burial will be private.

Donations in her memory may be made to Visiting Nurse Service of Newport & Bristol Counties or the Norman Bird Sanctuary.

C. Henry Gilmore, Jr., 74, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly April 3, 2012 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Madeline Gail (Sullivan) Gilmore.

He was veteran of the R.I. Army National Guard. Donations in his memory may be made to the Middletown Rescue Wagon Fund, 239 Wyatt Rd., Middletown, RI 02842.

Alfred Jesse Jacome, 80, of Middletown, passed away April 4, 2012, in Chelsea, Alabama. He was the husband of the late Winifred May (Kelly) Jacome. Donations in his memory may be made to the Middletown Rescue Wagon Fund, 239 Wyatt Rd., Middletown, RI 02842.

CPO Malcolm H. “Josh” Joslyn, 75, QMC/USN Ret, of Middletown, passed away peacefully at home March 30, 2012. He was the husband of the late Elizabeth C. (Thibodeau) Joslyn. Calling hours will be on Saturday April 14, from 2 – 6 p.m. in the Memorial Funeral Home. A memorial service with military honors will follow at 6 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to The Visiting Nurse Services of Newport & Bristol Counties (www.vnsri.org).

Irene M. Rodrigues, 85, of Middletown, and formerly of Newport, passed away April 8, 2012 at the Forest Farm Health Care Center, Middletown. She was the wife of the late Joseph Rodrigues.

Donations in her memory may be made to St. Jude’s Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

Lt Colonel (retired US Army) Robert David “Dago” Sullivan, 83, of Middletown, passed away March 30, 2012 peacefully at home. Burial with military honors were held in St. Columba Cemetery, Middletown.

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Christopher Anselm Taylor, 59, of Portsmouth , passed away April 4, 2012 at home following a battle with brain cancer. He was the husband Natalie Almedia Taylor.

Donations in his memory may be made sent to Tanesha R. Deane, American Cancer Society, Hope Lodge New York City, Jerome L. Greene Family Center, 132 W 32nd St., New York, NY 10001.

Henry J. Tierno, Jr., 86, of Middletown, passed away April 3, 2012 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Phyllis A. (Bonci) Braga Tierno and the husband of the late Grace P. (Kelly) Tierno.

He was a Master Diver in the US Navy serving during World War II and Korea retiring as a Chief Petty Officer after 28 years of service. He was the owner of the former Grinder Shop and Spaghetti House in Middletown and was also the owner of the former Tierno’s Middletown Travel. He was a member and Past President of the Lions Club, and a member of the Newport Lodge of Elks. Donations in his memory may be made to the RI Special Olympics, 370 George Washington Highway, Smithfield, RI 02917.

Joseph Varacalli, 89, of New York, passed away April 9, 2012 at Crouse Hospital, Syracuse, New York. He was the husband of Claire (Kirby) Varacalli. Besides his wife he leaves a son Kirby Varacalli of Middletown, RI. Efe (Walde) Wallen, 86, of Newport, passed away March 8, 2012.

She was active in the community for years with the Hunt Club and The Pier Restaurant.She passed away at her home in West Yarmouth, MA. Burial was private.

Donations in her memory can be made to The Potter League, 87 Oliphant Lane, Middletown, RI.

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Music at the Redwood The Redwood Library presents a free musical program, “Halley’s Comet: Around the Piano with Mark Twain & John Davis,” an intersection of white and black cultures in music and literature. 50 Bellevue Ave., 3 p.m., 401-847-0292, www.

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Saturday Night Comedy Joe DeVito and Kerri Louise at Newport Grand, 150 Admiral Kalbfus Rd., 8 p.m., $15, www.NewportGrand.com.

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