Newport This Week - October14, 2010

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Vol. 38, No. 41

THURSDAY, October 14, 2010

What’s Inside

The Final Races

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The final races for the J/80 Worlds in Newport were truly epic. No one could’ve predicted what was in store for the fleet and the top five leaders. The NOAA weather forecasters got one thing right, it was going to be a sunny day. The course was set just 2 nm SE of Beavertail Point at the end of Jamestown and about 2.5 nm ESE of Whale Rock in Rhode Island Sound.(Photo by Matt Gineo)

Industrious People Who Get Things Done By Katie Imbrie Who cooks and delivers the lunches that are served daily to detainees in Rhode Island’s courthouses? Who washes and dries and folds thousands of pounds of laundry every day for large Federal and state facilities such as the Naval War College, the Naval Hospital, and the Bristol Veterans Home? Who cuts the lawns and rakes up the leaves at dozens of commercial and residential properties around Newport? Who packs up the nuts and bolts for Aquidneck Fasteners? And who mails out the newsletters for the fabulous new Ocean House Hotel in Watch Hill? The answer in all of these cases is: clients of the James L. Maher (pronounced “Ma Ha”) Center, an Aquidneck Islandbased resource for people with many kinds of developmental disabilities. Since its founding in 1953 by a group of 13 Newport-area families who wanted to find an alternative to institutionalizing their sons and daughters, the Maher Center now provides support for some 400 developmentally challenged children and adults. Today, the Center runs Maher Industries on Aquidneck Ave., a warehouse building that houses an array of business-support services ranging from a laundry facility that is the largest in the Northeast, to a packaging and mailing operation, to a secure shredding service. Next door to the warehouse, the Maher Garden Center overflows with a seasonal bounty of pumpkins, gourds and bright chrysanthemums. In just a few weeks, the Center will have Christmas-season decorations for sale. “Each year, we sell about 1,400 Christmas trees, along with hundreds of wreaths and handmade decorations,” says Lori Scionti, director of the Maher

ABOVE: Mary Burns (L) and Lisa Travis water colorful chrysanthemums at the Maher Garden Center in Middletown. The plants are grown on site. BELOW: Patricia Roppel works with polymer clay beads for Beaded Star Designs, a branch of Maher Industries. Employees create original jewelry pieces, each one adorned with Beaded Star’s signature: a starfish charm. horticultural center. “We grow all our own poinsettias and mums every year.” Providing vocational support through job programs such as these is just one facet of what the Maher Center does for its clients. Maher also runs adult day programs, early intervention programs for children, and offers respite services for family members who are caring for developmentally disabled members. The Center’s fleet of 60 vehicles provides transportation to and from jobs and medical appointments for its clients, as well as to recreational outings such as baseball games.

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NEWPORT – Despite having to account for a nearly $600,000 lastminute cut from the City Council to current year spending, the city’s school department reported a roughly $1.5 million surplus for the 2009-2010 fiscal year, according to a year-end budget report submitted to School Committee members on Tuesday. And while the FY2009 surplus is less than balances reported in previous years, had the council not chosen to apply $580,000 from the schools’ operating budget to cover its other post employment benefit (OPEB) liability, the department would have ended the year with an estimated $2 million on the books. But with the prospect of reduced state aid, and having to make up a nearly $600,000 last-minute cut to its current year operating budget, school department officials are warning that this year could end

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The “Pickens” Endures By Andrea E. McHugh   When the Opera House Cinemas on Newport’s Washington Square went dark August 29th of this year, closing a trio of theaters inside the historic building, the Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center became the lone movie house in the City of Newport. While the Opera House embarks on a major, multi-million dollar renovation and reinvents itself as the Newport Performing Arts Center (NPAC), Kathy Staab, owner of the Jane Pickens since 2005, says it’s hard to determine if her single-screen theater is picking up any new business. “It’s all about programming,” she explains, adding that doing a financial comparative with last year’s sales doesn’t necessarily tell the whole picture. “I wouldn’t say, so far, I’ve noticed a big difference, but I do see customers who want to see a movie wander down to Washington Square, and now I’m the only choice,” she says, “especially tourists.”   The theater, which has a maximum capacity of 550, is best known for showing independent and lesser known films and hosting film-related events, like the recent Doris Duke Days–a 3-day line up of 11 films related to the interests and lifestyle of the late heiress.   Staab says she doesn’t know the current status of the progress of the Opera House project. She’ll continue to bring in criticallyacclaimed movies that she hopes will lure local cinemaphiles and visitors alike, especially in the current, hard-hitting economy. Like many business owners, she stays focused on the immediate future. “We’re all trying real hard,” she concedes, “and it’s not easy to heat this place.” To her delight though, Staab learned that the Jane Pickens has just been selected as one of the top five cinemas in New England by Yankee Magazine. “I think we have to watch it for a little while and see what happens,” she says, unsure if the recent closing will eventually boost ticket sales. “But I do know that we have great movies coming up!”

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As Trenching Moves Down Wellington, Lower Thames Sewer Work Set to Begin By Tom Shevlin

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Jubilant about their crop of freshly dug radishes, which were planted August 7, are De’Asia Ford, Desiree Ford and Bailey Rich. Jermaine McAllister, right, talks with young gardeners, Destiny Ford, Bailey Rich and Desiree Ford about how the right amount of water is important to a plant’s growth.

A lot of sun, water and seedlings produced an old-fashioned “Victory Garden” for the neighbors and those who tended the plots near the backyard of Master Gardener, Joan Simmons this summer. They will be holding an open house Saturday, Oct. 16 from 11a.m. -2 p.m. on Dexter Street opposite Sullivan Elementary School. Come learn how to grow your own vegetables and flowers or sign-up for a bed for 2011. Garden experts will be on hand to answer questions. There will also be apple tasting, olive oil sampling and pumpkin painting.

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able to-do list of water and sewer projects lined up over the next few years. In fact, the next major project ties directly into the work currently being done at Wellington Avenue. City Council members on Wednesday were expected to approve a $4.4 million contract to Spiniello Companies to begin sliplining the existing brick and mortar sewer line that runs underneath Lower Thames Street. During the construction process, Forgue said, the treatment plant would maintain its capacity levels, and residents wouldn’t notice any change in their service. Businesses, on the other hand, could be affected by the months-long construction on Lower Thames Street. To help mitigate the possible disruption, the city has chartered a CSO stakeholder working group to help keep the public informed

of the process and the project. To date, more than a dozen groups were contacted to participate in the stakeholder group, and 10 have signed on. Additionally, the City Council last week approved a resolution asking the administration to provide weekly updates to business owners along the street. Work along Wellington Avenue is expected to move southward toward Harrison Avenue over the course of the next several weeks, with trenching expected to become less intensive as the pipe inches closer to the roadway surface. Work along Lower Thames Street, meanwhile, is expected to begin within the coming weeks, with the actual slip lining process beginning in January 20II, proceeding north to south along Thames St. Major construction is projected to wrap up sometime before the end of May – or before the 2011 tourist season.

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NEWPORT, R.I. – Construction to replace one of the city’s primary sewer lines is underway, beginning what engineers describe as a hopscotch down Wellington Avenue in the first half of a major downtown infrastructure project expected to last into next spring. The work has been years in the making, and according to engineers on site it is moving ahead smoothly. For motorists navigating the construction zone last Friday, minimal disruption was observed, and according to Director of Utilities Julia Forgue, the worst is soon to be over. Designed to help alleviate stormwater discharges into Narragansett Bay, the work is being carried out as part of far-reaching improvements to the city’s aging water and sewer infrastructure. Deep trenching at Wellington Avenue, just south of Thames Street, has re-routed traffic, but so far has caused minimal delays, according to city officials. Several nearby residents when asked of the impact on their day-to-day travels, said that they’ve adjusted their routes to and from home, and more than one said that they were thrilled that the work is finally underway. According to Russell Boyle, one of the principals of Boyle and Boyle Construction, Newport is actually ahead of the curve when it comes to tackling its infrastructure problems. “They’ve been very proactive about it,” he said on Friday. Pushed along by a consent agreement with the state Department of Environmental Management and the EPA, Newport has indeed a siz-

They’re Here! Pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins! Big ones, little ones, funnylooking ones! Plus a photo corner, baked goods, weekend lunches, music, fun, and did we mention – pumpkins? Trinity Church’s 2nd Annual Pumpkin Patch display was set up yesterday and opened today for its first day of business. Pumpkins of all shapes, sizes, and colors are on sale everyday until Halloween on Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Prices of the seasonal gourds range from 50 cents to $20. Take a stroll down to Queen Anne Square and see all that fall has to offer!

Hoping to convince voters to say “Yes” to Question #5, and approve the funding for the proposed Claiborne d. Pell Elementary School, members of the city’s school department opened up four elementary schools to the public during an open house on Tuesday. The open house, which continued Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 5-7 p.m. at Cranston-Calvert and Underwood, encouraged any and all to come in and see the condition of the schools. The four schools, Coggeshall, Underwood, Sullivan, and CranstonCalvert were open to help give voters an inside look at the condition of Newport’s public schools in the run up to a critical vote on a bond referendum in November. Michael Franco, Principal of the Coggeshall Elementary, guided about a dozen visitors through the hallways of the school, which was built in 1899. Pointing out the warped floor boards, so that visitors didn’t trip, the building had no cafeteria, but a classroom that had a capacity of 72 that was used

three times a day as an eating room for students. Due to fire codes, children in Kindergarten and first grade are not allowed on the second and third floor which contains the Gymnasium. “Bringing it up to code is the issue,” said Sandra J. Flowers, School Committee Member. “The new Pell Elementary would be economically sound because of the guaranteed 42% state reimbursement, academically sound, aesthetically pleasing, in addition to having everyone right there. It would be a community center, just like Thompson.” The alternative option is grim. “Plan B is to shut down one elementary school at a time, move the kids somewhere else, bring the buildings up to code, and update all the technology. A refurbishment of that style would be so financially irresponsible.” Christine Arouth added, “Getting [the schools] up to code just makes them meet the basic minimum fire code requirements. It doesn’t solve any sort of technology issue.” Flowers concluded the discus-

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NEWS BRIEFS Dr. Veronica Rynn is back by popular demand to teach Argentine tango to area senior citizens, members of the public and Salve Regina University students. Rynn is offering a beginner series of weekly Argentine dance classes at Newport’s Edward King Senior Center Grand Ballroom, 35 King St. This popular series has already sold out twice before. Classes run each Tuesday from 7 - 8:30 p.m, beginning Oct. 12 through Nov. 2. The cost for the beginner series is $20 per person or $30 per couple. Salve Regina students and Edward King members pay half price. Rynn will be offering a follow-up series, Tango Fundamentals II, from Nov. 16 through Dec. 2. For more information please email newportenostango@gmail. com.

For What It’s Worth Dear Federico: We have two tiles that were part of a set used as the back splash to a bed room washstand. There were 4 tiles, but two were broken and replaced with plain white tiles. When joined, they form a pattern. Where were they made and are they worth anything? ­ — Peter G. Peter: Your tiles were designed by one of the most prolific designers of the 19th century: Dr. Christopher Dresser. An Englishman, he influenced decorative arts for decades with his modern style and innovative approach to commonly used items such as kitchen and table ware, home furnishings, textiles, wallpaper, pottery, glass, iron and brassware. There is almost nothing that his designs did not influence. Your tiles made by Minton’s of England around 1880 and have a value today of between $750 and $1,000 for the pair. — Federico Santi, Partner, The Drawing Room Antiques Do you have a treasured item and want to know “what it’s worth?â€? Send an image, as hi-res as possible, directly to Federico at: drawrm@hotmail.com or 152 Spring St., Newport

Who doesn’t love to learn something new? The Newport Historical Society, in collaboration with Salve Regina University, is pleased to host Gerald M. Carbone, author of “Nathanael Greene: A Biography of the American Revolution� for an evening program on Thursday, Oct. 21, at 6 p.m. Biographer Gerald M. Carbone, will share Greene’s story, how he rose from being the bookish, asthmatic, gimp-kneed son of a Quaker, to a general of genius who saved the American Revolution. This program will take place at the Antone Academic Center (formerly Mercy Hall), located at the corner of Leroy and Lawrence avenues. Parking is available across the street in the Wakehurst parking lot, accessed on both Leroy and Lawrence avenues. Admission is free_ donations are welcome. A book signing will follow the hour-long lecture.

Explore the Bay this Fall! Make a fall visit to Save the Bay’s Exploration Center and Aquarium, open Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. October’s theme is “Pirates of Narragansett Bay.� Learn about Narragansett Bay pirates, their history in the Bay and see if you’re brave enough to try a scavenger hunt to win pirate booty! There will be some exciting challenges for landlubbers everyday at 1 and 2 p.m. and a chance to feed all the animals at noon. On Oct. 30 and 31, the Center is transformed into a Haunted Aquarium! Come in costume and receive $1 off admission. General admission: $5. STB family members and children 3 and under are free. Located at Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport. Call to schedule group and school programs at 324-6020.

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Special Olympics athlete, Mariko Valente of Middletown took part in the Oct. 2 CVS Caremark All Kids Can Patriots Day at Gillette Stadium.

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Seaman completes training Navy Seaman Mark A. Maguire, a 2005 graduate of Portsmouth High School, Portsmouth, R. I., recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

Global Maritime Games The Naval War College’s (NWC) War Gaming Department hosted a Global Maritime Partnerships (GMP) Game on Oct. 3-8. The “Global 2010� event involved face-to-face interaction and game strategy among representatives from 46 countries brought together to enable maritime partnerships and enhance international information sharing. The goal of this GMP game is to identify the catalysts to instability and the impediments to forming effective regional and global partnerships in the maritime domain, from both the U.S. and international perspectives.

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  In addition, 37 arrests were made for the following violations: n  Fourteen arrests were made for disorderly conduct. n  Three arrests were made on the basis of District Court Warrants. n  Two arrests were made for driving with revoked driver’s license. n  Two arrests were made for possession of alchohol by a minor. n  Three arrests were made for noise violations. n  Four arrests were made for domestic or simple assault. n  One arrests were made for DUI. n  One arrests were made for public urination. n  The additional ten arrests were made for various reasons.

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UNICEF Cadeaux du Monde would like to encourage everyone to consider a donation to the 2010 UNICEF fundraising campaign. UNICEF is working to improve the lives of children in over 150 countries around the world. UNICEF’s innovative, low cost but extremely effective solutions to the problems facing children have saved more children’s lives than any other humanitarian organization. To donate to this year’s fundraising campaign or to participate by placing a countertop collection box in your business, contact Cadeaux du Monde at 848-0550 or drop by the Gallery at 26 Mary Street in Newport, between 10 and 6 daily.

Residing in the territory between opposites can be tense and troubling. These uncomfortable but compelling feelings are exactly where New York artist Peter Barrett wants to push viewers of his upcoming exhibit, “Objects.� Barrett’s paintings and large wall installations will be featured in the Dorrance H. Hamilton Gallery, Oct. 20 through Nov. 15. An artist’s opening reception will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 20, from 5-7 p.m. at the Gallery, located in Salve Regina’s Antone Academic Center on Lawrence Avenue. The public is welcome to the reception and the exhibit. The Hamilton Gallery is open from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 2 - 4 p.m. on Sunday. For more information on this exhibit or about the Hamilton Gallery, call 341-2981.

Expand Your Network Rhode Island’s chapter of Social Venture Partners, an organization that generates engaged philanthropy and new job opportunities in the emerging field of social enterprise, will celebrate its launch in Newport with a public reception on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 5-7 p.m., at Salve Regina University’s Ochre Court. The networking event will bring together about 300 representatives from several Newport County social agencies, community leaders and innovators throughout the state to connect with peers and interested members of the public to share ideas on building more effective social enterprises. Representatives from several Newport County ventures, including Flying Kites, Farm Fresh RI, International Yacht Restoration School, Seamans Church Institute and Church Community Housing will be in attendance.

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AMPT (Adolescents Making Programs for Teens) will be hosting a Halloween Dance for teens, grades 7 and up on Saturday, October 30, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Jamestown Recreation Center, 41 Conanicus Ave. Cost will be $5 for those in costume and who bring a toy for Hasbro Children’s Hospital and $10 without. There will be prizes for scariest, funniest, best group costume (two or more) and best all-around costume. Donations of new and unwrapped gifts such as books, CDs, DVDs, games, Disney toys, arts and craft supplies, and bath and body products are requested. Profits from the dance will be used to purchase additional toys for this effort. Additional donations can be dropped off at the Recreation Center between Oct. 25 and Dec. 18. For more information contact Debbie Tungett at 423-7261 or email dtungett@jamestownri.net.

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Schola Cantorum The Schola Cantorum of Boston will perform “Byrd: Mass for Four Voices,� and “Cantiones Sacrae 1589,� and anthems & motets By Tomkins at Emmanuel Church on Oct. 24. The performance will begin at 4 p.m. For more information contact Allen J. Hill, Director of Music, at 847-0675 or visit www.emmanuelnewport.org.

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A famous archeological tour through 1883 Newport will be recreated and fortified with new research findings when Dr. Ronald J. Onorato presents “George Champlin Mason Jr.: Newport and the Colonial Revival Style,� on Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 6:30 p.m. at Salve Regina University’s Young Building, on the corner of Bellevue and Ruggles Avenues. Free and open to the public, Onorato will lead his audience on a virtual tour of the same Newport buildings where Mason Jr. led members of the American Institute of Archeology in 1883. Onorato will present new research connected to the colonial revival in Newport that explicates the role that Mason Jr. played and bringing him out of the shadow of his more celebrated father, George Champlin Mason. For more information on this lecture, contact Catherine Zipf at 341-3205 or Catherine.Zipf@salve.edu.

  During the period, from Monday, Oct. 4 to Sunday, Oct. 10 the Newport Police Dept. responded to 405 calls. Of that, 154 were motor vehicle related; there were 120 motor vehicle violations issued and 34 accidents. The police also responded to 11 noise complaints and 13 incidents of vandalism.

The city officially reached an agreement with the Aquidneck Land Trust on Wednesday to preserve Spencer and King park’s as open space. The agreement, signed by ALT Executive Director Ted Clement and Newport Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano, was incorporated into Wednesday’s City Council meeting. Third Ward Councilor Kathryn E. Leonard read a resolution expressing the city’s support for the project - and future open space preservation projects - into the record.

As part of the City of Newport’s Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Long-Term Control Plan, the City is following up on sewer system improvements that were initiated in 2006 and 2007 by conducting building inspections. The building inspections are to identify sources on private property where rainwater enters the sanitary sewer system. The building inspections will be conducted by the City’s contractor, CH2M HILL and will be occurring in the Thames St., Bellevue Ave. and Memorial Blvd. neighborhoods from October 19 through the end of November. Residents in these area will receive letters from the City’s Dept of Utilities with more information.

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As part of the City of Newport’s Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Long-Term Control Plan, the City is implementing a smoke testing program to identify and locate sources of storm flow to the sanitary sewer system. Materials used to generate the smoke for the testing are non-toxic, harmless, virtually odorless, and do not create a fire hazard. Smoke testing will be occurring in the Bellevue Ave. and Memorial Blvd. neighborhoods from October 20 through October 31. Residents in this area will receive letters from the City’s Department of Utilities with more information approximately 1-2 weeks in advance of the smoke testing.

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OPINION EDITORIAL

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School Bond Will Be A Tough Choice

It seems like each election cycle, we hear calls for the need to make “tough choices” and “hard decisions.” On one side, budget hawks warn that unless our elected leaders start making those “tough choices” now, our children and our children’s children will pay the price. Politicians, in kind, pledge their willingness – their intestinal fortitude to make those choices. This year, voters in Newport will have to be the ones making the “tough choices” when it comes to how we approach the future of our city’s schools. The question is the fifth that voters will be confronted with on the ballot. Should Newport approve a $30 million bond to construct a new centralized elementary school in the city’s North End? And if not, then how will the schools fund the roughly $20 million in improvements needed to upgrade the city’s existing elementary schools? According to proponents, the city has little choice but to approve the ballot measure. The state, they say, has agreed to pick up 42 percent of the total construction cost, and the cost to taxpayers will be just 11 cents per day. Not passing the referendum will leave us open to the whim of the state fire marshall, who has, up until this point, given the city a reprieve from bringing its buildings into compliance with Rhode Island’s stringent new fire code. Behind the scenes, school officials say that after the election, without a bond in place, all bets are off. Opponents, on the other hand, say that the city – nay, taxpayers – simply cannot afford the new school. With an estimated $100 million needed to fund federally mandated water and sewer infrastructure improvements, there simply comes a point where taxpayers need to pull back on spending. Closing the city’s long-established neighborhood elementary schools, they say, would be a shock – both financially and educationally. In recent days, the topic has begun to stoke the passions of our readers of our sister publication, Newport-Now.com, as well as on the local community forum, KnowingNewport.com. At this point, it would be folly to predict how voters will break. But judging by the early results of a poll currently being conducted at Newport Now, there’s little doubt that one way or another, there are those who are going to wake up on Nov. 3 and be disappointed. The way we see it, whether we vote to move forward with the proposed Claiborne d. Pell Elementary School should ultimately depend on what’s best for our children’s education. That might seem like we’re skirting the issue, but there’s room for a legitimate divergence of opinion on this issue. So, we urge you, to do some research, talk to your neighbors, and come to your own conclusion on this important question.

Poll of the Week Will you vote to approve or reject a question on the upcoming Nov. 2 ballot to construct the new Claiborne d. Pell Elementary School? Approve (64%, 29 Votes) Reject (31%, 14 Votes) Not Sure (5%, 2 Votes) To place your vote go to Newport-Now.com

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LOCAL ELECTION FORUMS From the Alliance for Livable Newport

Tuesday, Oct. 19

Ballot Question about $30 million Bond for New Elementary School

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Support Newport’s Senior Center Dear Editor, Non profit organizations are reeling under cuts and, in some cases, elimination of funding and the Edward King House, Newport’s Senior Center, is no exception. Some monies need to be raised by the facility itself and to that end the Center is hosting their Annual Members Cocktail Party on Saturday, Oct. 16. What better way to show support, and in doing so, spend an enjoyable evening in an elegant set-

ting partaking of delicious food and drink against a background of a softly played piano. One never knows who will be present and perhaps you may renew some old acquaintances. Refreshments and drinks are all donated by local restaurants and past parties have seen an array of appetizing delicacies. There will be no tickets available at the door this year but they may be obtained at the Center by call-

ing 846-7426. The cost is $25 and $20 for Center members. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. What a pleasant way to help an organization that gives much to the community and its seniors as well as a safe place to socialize. I’ll be there and I hope to see you there too. Maybe we can renew an old acquaintance. Florence Archambault Newport

Ft. Adams on Ballot Dear Editor, On Nov. 2nd you will have an opportunity to approve a bond issue to help “Open the Fort”. Question # 4 will allocate 1.5 million to stabilize more of Ft. Adams that is not currently viewed by the public. If this bond is approved, it would afford everyone the opportunity to see the massive structure from the inside, for free, or for very little. I’ve had the privileged experi-

How Does God Feel? Dear Editor, I was very disappointed to see the story about Salve Regina’s Gay Straight Lesbian Bisexual Alliance in your Oct. 7, 2010 issue. Not because you ran the story, but, that a Catholic school would have a club like that. Salve Regina is a Catholic school, isn’t it? Do you think eighty percent of the students know this club is in the school? Do you think eighty percent of them could tell you the Ten Commandments? I think having a club like this offends Jesus’ mother! Does anyone ever think about how God feels? Ken Cordeiro Middletown

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ence of being able to view the entire Fort several times. Executive Director Eric Hertfelder and myself, as Past President of Ft. Adams Trust, have walked the Fort’s many restricted areas. What has to be understood, is that Ft. Adams is not a Newport park like so many. It’s located in Newport, but this is a “National Historic Landmark”, the largest military fortification on the East Coast. It is for all to enjoy, all Rhode

Islanders as well as visitors from all over the country, and world, for that matter. Your support is needed to SAVE this Great American Treasure. Please vote in favor of Question #4 and next summer visit the Fort and see for yourself what you had a part in restoring. Ron Grandchamp Past President, Ft Adams Trust

BUDGET CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 the school’s recent streak of yearend fund balances. Already, $1.2 million of last year’s surplus has been applied to the current year budget, leaving the school department with just under $300,000 in a rainy day account. The financial picture comes in advance of a critical bond referendum asking voters to approve a $30 million bond referendum to construct a new elementary school in the city’s North End. And with the prospect of reduced financial aid coming in from the state, School Committee Chair Jo Eva Gaines said on Wednesday that she’s afraid balancing the school department’s budget is bound to get tougher, and the department’s purse strings will be forced to get tighter. “I don’t know where we’re going to make it up,” she said when asked what the committee will do if it can’t roll over a surplus like it has done in the past to next year’s budget. “The money’s just not there.” “Come January,” she said, “that will be the job of a new School Committee.” But based on history, School Committee member Robert Leary believes that the department could well end the year with another surplus. “It’s possible,” he said, “It’s definitely possible.”

In 2009, the school department began the year with $500,000 in its fund balance after councilors advocated that the any additional monies above that be applied to paying down the OPEB trust. Councilor Stephen R. Coyne, who was criticized for his support in pushing the last-minute budget cut earlier this year, pointed to the surplus as evidence that the cut – or more accurately – the reapplication of the $580,000 to the OPEB trust, didn’t hurt education. “Nobody on the City Council cut funding for education,” he said. “What we did,” he added, “was take the $580,000 and invest it in a longterm debt obligation for the city.” “I don’t understand how a surplus grows in 12 months from $500,000 to $1.5 million,” he said. “I don’t know how that happens.” “I just didn’t think it was right for them to yet again sit on taxpayer dollars when the country was going through one of the worst economic times in its history.” “I know that it seemed like a very last minute thing to do - but regrettably, we were left with no other option. Had we not done that we would have had to cut city services by $580,000, cut the city’s contribution to the OPEB trust... or raise taxes,” he added.

The November 2010 ballot will contain Question #4 – Open Space and Recreation, a bond to provide $14.7 million for three sites on Narragansett Bay: Fort Adams in Newport, Rocky Point Park in Warwick and India Point Park in Providence. The bond issue is intended to expand the public’s access and use of these three sites and represents a critical investment in coastal areas that are so much a part of the Ocean State’s identity and thriving tourism industry; the state’s second largest. At Fort Adams $1.5 million will be used to repair interior spaces in order to allow freer public access and use of the Fort’s dramatic 6.5 acre Parade Ground. The Fort Adams Trust recently completed a master plan for the Fort recommending “opening the fort” to more park visitors. The current dangerous state of the masonry surrounding the Parade requires public access by guided tour only. A goal of the master plan is to secure dangerous areas to permit visitors to take self-guided as well as guided tours, spending more time inside the Fort. With over 500,000 visitors per year, there is a tremendous opportunity to increase the public’s appreciation and support for Fort Adams, an endangered National Historic Landmark and the

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Restoration of the overnight barracks. Interior view of kitchen/mess hall. (Photo by Aaron Usher) largest fortification of its type in North America. Visit www.openthefort.com for details. The bond issue also contains $10 million to acquire 81 acres of the former Rocky Point Amusement Park in Warwick, and $3.2 million to acquire property adjacent to India Point Park in Providence recently used as a staging area for the I-195 relocation for a public recreation gateway to the Bay. For more information go to www.rockypointfoundation.org and www.makeshooter-

spublic.com. Groups supporting the bond issue include Save-theBay, Grow Smart Rhode Island, and the Environmental Council of Rhode Island. The Fort Adams Trust is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that partners with the RI Department of Environmental Management to restore Fort Adams and operate it as a public historic site.

City to Receive $400,000 in Community Block Grant Funds   The City of Newport will be on the receiving end of a state grant in the amount of $401,250 from the Rhode Island Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.   According to a letter from the governor’s office, priority this year, has been given to activities designed to improve or increase the supply of housing available to low and moderate income families.   Among the programs being funded are development of affordable housing opportunities; job training/development programs assisting low-moderate income persons and various public facility, social and community services agencies.   Approximately $5 million is being awarded to 31 Rhode Island communities. Newport is being awarded a grant o f $40 1,250 for the following activities:

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The Fort Adams Trust is inviting the public to an Open House on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. to view restored areas and to learn more about the Open Space and Recreation bond issue (Question #4) on the November ballot. Persons attending the Open House will be able to view the North Casemates, including the museum exhibits created for the Fort by the US Naval War College Museum, the overlook atop the Northeast Bastion, the main powder magazines, the Commandant’s Quarters in the unrestored Officer’s Quarters, and the rehabilitated Overnight Barracks.

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Golf Fitness Clinic Sarah Boisvert is putting on a golf fitness clinic on Saturday Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. Boisvert has trained PGA Tour Players such as Freddie Couples and swing coaches Butch Harmon and Hank Haney. However, for the amateur golfer she has created an easy 10 minute per day program pinpointing what golfers need for accuracy and distance. A portion of the proceeds go to the Wounded Warrior Golf Programs.

New Chinese Restaurant Opens

Northeast Linen and Laundry Services is part of Maher Industries, run by the Maher Center. The laundry, which services institutional clients such as the Navy, is the largest such service in the Northeast. Here, Diana Halleman (L) and Nathan Austin work in the laundry at the Middletown Maher facility.

CENTER CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 “Everything we do is to help our clients be part of the community,� says the Center’s assistant executive director Barbara Schiaroli. “It’s good for them, and it’s also good for the community.� Clients of Maher not only work in their communities, they also live in them. The Center runs 13 group homes and also supports clients in 16 apartments in the East Bay from Barrington to Tiverton, including in Middletown and Newport. “In the group homes, we offer 24hour staffing support,� says Schiaroli. “In other situations, it might be transportation, or support in whatever’s needed to help them remain in their own places.� All of those services are in addition to operating its three main facilities in Bristol, Middletown and Newport. The two buildings in Bristol and Middletown are primarily locations for jobs, workshops, and enrichment activities, while the Newport building houses early-intervention programs for children as well as the Center’s administrative offices. Funding for the Maher Cen-

Bamboo Chinese Cuisine has opened at 163 Connell Highway. The restaurant offers both dine in service, take-out and free delivery (minimum $10). Open Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. 846-0251 and 846-0315.

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Business Seminar “Cash Flow, the Lifeblood of Your Business,� presented by business consultant John W. Nelson, III, will help business- and potential business owners project income and expenses, when you will receive income (unless C.O.D.) and when you will have to pay your accounts payable, help determine how much you will need and when you will need it so you can prepare ahead of time, and how much money/cash flow a.k.a. working capital you will need to keep your business running year round without running out of money. The seminar is Wednesday, October 20th from 8–10 a.m. at the Newport Chamber, 35 Valley Road, Middletown. RSVP by calling 8471608 or email kathleen@newportchamber.com.

SBA Seminar to Focus On Business Growth Douglas F. Hansen, Vice President of Commercial Lending BankNewport and SBA Specialist will lead a seminar to discuss efficient ways to obtain financing, advantages of financing with the SBA, longer repayment terms, down payments and fixed-rate financing with a question and answer session to follow. The seminar is Tuesday, October 19 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Newport County Chamber of Commerce, 35 Valley Road in Middletown. Please RSVP to Kathleen Papp, kathleen@newportchamber.com or 847-1608.

Brainwaves Toy Shop has opened on Bowen’s Wharf. The shop, which has a second location in Narragansett, is owned by Lori Lind and carries interesting, unusual, educational toys and more. 846-8697.

Island CrossFit Gym has opened at 999 West Main Road in Middletown. The gym offers fitness classes taught in a boot camp like group personal training setting by experienced fitness professional. 862-0205, www.islandcrossfit.com.

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Keep Memories for Future Generations by Writing Your Family History By Florence Archambault   Have you ever berated yourself because you did not ask your grandparents and parents to tell you the stories of their lives and now find that they have left us and it is too late? If you want your children and grandchildren (and yes, even the greats) to know when and who they come from and help them discover why they are the way they are? This group is for you.   Consider joining the Family History Group that meets Wednesdays at the Edward King House. This is not a genealogy class. It is also not a writing class because these histories are more appealing when left in the voices of their authors.   Every Wednesday for four years the Family History Writing Group has gathered around the table in the library of the Edward King House. Average attendance numbers seven or eight each week. Before them are piles of papers, photos, and notebooks.   These writers are dedicated to putting their family histories down on paper in order they not be lost or forgotten. Some write of their childhood,

All you need is pencil and paper to write down your family stories where your descendents will have access to them. school days, or their relatives. Many of us, who have lived through the depression, write of the fears we had then. People of the past come alive and we have all become acquainted with the families of our fellow writers. Many times when a piece is read, someone will say “I did that when I was a child” or “I remember that” and the story will trigger a memory they had forgotten lay in their subconscious. Peggy writes of her childhood on a farm in the South, Dorothy speaks of her growing up in Fall River and then in Newport when her father worked for Arthur Curtiss James

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Meet in the Stride Room on Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 1 p.m. to discuss Hilary Mantel’s novel “Wolf Hall.” The Tuesday Book Club is free and open to the public! Anyone is welcome to read the book and attend the discussion. No registration required. For more information, call 847-8720 ext. 208 or lowens@newportlibraryri.org

Come see “Babies,” the acclaimed documentary that follows four babies from Mongolia, Namibia, San Francisco and Tokyo from their first breath to first steps, on a journey at once universal and amazingly original on Monday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public, no registration is required. For more information, contact the Reference desk at the Newport Library, 847-8720 ext. 208 or info@newportlibraryri.org

Meet The Authors Sue Maden and Rosemary Enwright, historians and authors of “Jamestown: A History of Narragansett Bay’s Island Town”, will be at the Newport Public Library to talk about their new book on Thursday, Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. This program is free and open to the public.

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and Dot, who lived in Lynn, Mass. relates how her father decorated their home, which stood high on a hill, every Christmas drawing vehicular traffic to view the display.   Ann regales us with stories of Newport, many of which have historical value even to those of us who are not part of her family. Gail tells us of the trials of being a war bride from New Zealand and adapting to life in the U.S. after World War II.   Jean has some wonderful stories about working in an embassy where she met her husband who was in the British Army. After their

Creativity in the Ice Age The Jamestown Library is pleased to host a talk on “The Creative Ice Age Brain: Cave Art in the Light of Neuroscience” by Barbara Olins Alpert, on Thursday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. In her book, Alpert exhibits an innovative approach to understanding the foundations of art and provides an intriguing look at both the human mind and some of the intrinsic qualities of artistic expression that have been integral parts of human nature since the first spark kindled the creative explosion in human cognition and brought our ancestors to a new level of awareness. Alpert’s understanding of and approach to Ice Age art is deepened by an empathy drawn from her own experience in working with materials not unlike those used by Ice Age artists. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the library at 423-7280.

marriage they traveled all over Europe to his various duty stations before coming back to Newport upon his retirement.   Dave has written many stories about his family and being the most computer literate of us has illustrated them with many pictures. They give us a view of his growing up in a Rhode Island most of us didn’t know. Polly tells of life in the Midwest and then in California before moving to Aquidneck Island. She told a wonderful story of attending a party in Frank Sinatra’s house. He wasn’t home but had lent it to a friend.   Collette, who lives in both Newport and Ireland, has many tales of her early medical career in New York and incidents back in Ireland. I have written many stories about my childhood in an industrial city north of Boston, my travels with my husband during his naval career, and my parents and grandparents.   Anita tells of growing up in the heart of New York City in a tightly knit Jewish family and explores her feelings about life that are an inspiration to the rest of us.   When I asked them to comment on what the advantages of writing their family’s history in a group were, these were the answers I received: “The group offers structure and motivation. Knowing that we need to bring something to read every week is helpful.”

“It is a way to let the children and grandchildren learn things they would never have known about their ancestors.” “It is a way to connect with other people and to find out things about our relatives we didn’t even know by interviewing members of our family.”   “Young people need to know their legacy and discover what traits they possess that are inherited from family members.”   “Listening to others stories trigger many memories that I had forgotten.”   When you come right down to it, we are pretty much the same. Every family has its Aunt Tillie or Millie, or Uncle Willie. Those of us who were raised in the Depression had the same experiences; we suffered the same anxieties in World War II, and played the same games when we were kids. October is Family History Month. Recently there has been a surge in family history writing. There are many books available that tell you how to begin. Think about putting your family stories on paper where your descendents will have access to them. “Oh,” you say, “my kids aren’t interested in that.” Maybe not now, but down the line they will be glad that you did it.   All you need is pencil and paper. Get going before it is too late. You will also enjoy the reminiscing.

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A special two-day book sale will be held in the Jamestown Library meeting hall on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 24 from 1 – 5 p.m. The books available will be on the topics of sailing, cooking, gardening and travel. Hardcover books will be $2, and paperbacks $1. There will be a few specially priced items. For more information, you can call the library at 423-7280.

Learn to Write Michael Squatrito, the author of “The Overload Series” will be at Middletown public library for an exclusive 5-week program that teaches adults how to write and publish a novel. The group will meet every Tuesday from Nov. 2 until Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. Sessions will last 90 minutes. For more info or to reserve a space email ChristinaWolfskehl@yahoo. com or call 846-1573.

Local author M.E. Reilly-McGreen will share stories from her new book, “Witches, Wenches, and Wild Women of Rhode Island” on Thursday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. Just in time for Halloween, come hear these stories of magic in Rhode Island, from Westerly witches to the devil in North Kingstown. The stories abound, and Reilly-McGreen has dug them up and dusted them off in this fascinating work of local history. You’ll also hear about the “wild women” of Rhode Island history, who refused to settle for the status women had in their day and struggled for equal rights. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Free and open to the public, no registration required. 847-8720 ext. 208 or lowens@newportlibraryri. org for more information

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Tallulah’s Brings High Style to Lower Thames By Katie Imbrie When a great restaurant space on a great restaurant street becomes available, you take it – even if it’s in Newport in the middle of January. That’s what husband-andwife team Jake Rojas and Kelly Ann Maurice did last winter, leaving their Las Vegas and Los Angeles lives behind in order to take over the Lower Thames Street building formerly occupied by the excellent restaurant Pronto. Chef Rojas had already earned accolades working under the tutelage of some of the superstars of the culinary world, including Joel Robuchon (at the Mansion in Las Vegas) and Alain Ducasse (at Mix). Born in El Paso, Texas to a Polish mother and a Mexican father, Rojas is a natural for the kind of culinary blending and fearless inventiveness that’s the hallmark of top-end West Coast dining. He and his wife Maurice had met in the restaurant business in Las Vegas, and last year they were looking around for an opportunity to start something new–something of their own. (Her brother Keith is a partner also.) Having grown up in Rhode Island, Maurice knew where she wanted to be on the East Coast, and 464 Thames St., Newport was it. And so–rehabbed and renamed Tallulah’s on Thames–the restaurant opened last spring with a seasonally changing menu that emphasizes locally sourced ingre-

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dients including produce and eggs from Aquidneck Island farms and artisanal foods such as cheeses from Farmstead in Providence. A fan of the departed Pronto, I was charmed by Tallulah on my recent visit. With a classy ambiance that evokes the jazzy club scene of the ‘30s, along with a thought-provoking menu that includes some unexpectedly successful marriages of flavors, it is a knockout addition to the already thriving Thames Street dining scene. My friend and I arrived early and were seated at a table that offered a great view of the small dining room. Seating only 35, the space appears larger because of a combination of high ceilings and creatively placed mirrors. Even as the room filled up (with every seat occupied by 7:30), the noise level never interfered with our conversation. A background soundtrack of jazz standards perfectly suited the mood of the room, which might be described as “mod retro,� with highstyle black and white dominating, softened by details such as chandeliers dripping with crystal, zebraprint upholstery, and a cookbookfilled bookshelf. Along the back wall of the restaurant, a long opening provides a view of the bright and busy kitchen, while along the front wall, a tall window looks out onto bustling Thames Street. Upstairs, an attractive lounge area has a bar and a comfortable seating area for customers who want an intimate space to relax and enjoy drinks, tapas, or dessert and coffee. We began our meal with a pair of tapas-style small bites: an Atlantic salmon cornet ($5) and a lambstuffed piquillo pepper ($6). The cornet was a tiny burst of flavor – a savory salvo to the rest of the meal. The pepper was more substantial, and similarly flavorful, with shredded spiced lamb in a soft pepper shell. From the “Farms + Fields� section of the menu, we opted for the “Black Bird Farms 145-degree Poached Egg� ($12) and the Roasted Schartner Farm Beets ($11). The poached egg was delightful – an inventive play on the humble dish some of us know as Toad in the Hole. A perfectly poached small

egg (the 145-degrees refers to the water temperature) jiggled invitingly atop a plank of toasted brioche bread. Garnished with cubes of hearty bacon and drizzled with black truffle vinaigrette, this dish is an inspiration. My friend’s roasted beet plate was similarly surprising and fun: An artfully arranged plate of baby whole red beets was combined with cubes of yellow beets, along with tiny roasted carrots, gingered pecans, slices of warm goat cheese and dried cranberries. Artful plating is a Tallulah specialty: My entrÊe of George’s Bank Scallops ($34) was as beautiful to look at as a Chagall painting. Five large scallops – nicely seared on the outside and creamy inside – were arrayed on a rectangular plate, each one topped with a foamy sauce that turned out to be made with finely pureed potatoes. The dish also included native corn and the whimsical addition of a sprinkling of popcorn pieces infused with truffle oil. Sprigs of green onions poked up from the scallops to make this one of the most attractive presentations I’ve seen. My friend’s rib-eye steak ($38) came perfectly cooked and tender. (Tallulah’s gets its beef from Montana’s all-natural Angus supplier, Meyers Ranch.) A hearty winter root vegetable medley of potatoes, turnip, salsify, and carrots in a soysherry glaze accompanied the beef, making this dish a perfect choice for a crisp fall evening. With the downstairs dining room filling up, we adjourned upstairs, which we had all to ourselves as we lounged on a sofa and nibbled on a carefully crafted artisanal cheese plate ($20), its selections arranged from milder to tangier and served with a mound of salty Marcona almonds, a dollop of quince jam, and a piece of Aquidneck honeycomb for a sweet counterpoint to the cheeses. Feeling positively decadent, we shared Tallulah’s chocolate fondant ($8) for dessert – a symphony of not-overly-sweet chocolate cake with a lava of smooth chocolate filling inside. A scoop of homemade cappuccino ice cream and a swizzle of caramel with toasted hazelnuts left us more than satisfied and looking forward to a return visit to this bright new star on one of Newport’s favorite restaurant streets.

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Thursday Oct. 14

Gallery Night at Rough Point 5 – 7:30 p.m., Celebrate the release of NRF’s book “Extraordinary Vision: Doris Duke and Newport Restoration Foundation,� $5 admission. Children under 12 are free. Rough Point Mansion, 680 Bellevue Ave., 847-8344 Pumpkin Carving for Artists & Cooks Learn the tools to use and skills necessary to carve amazing pumpkin designs. Also share delicious recipes and seed ideas. $50, 6 p.m. at the Edward King House, 35 King St., 293-0740 BYOI Thursdays Bring Your Own Improv! Interactive improv show that welcomes voluntary audience participation! Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 849-3473, 8 p.m.

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Redwood Lecture Series A Conversation with Richard Saul Wurman, architect, and graphic designer. 5:30 p.m., Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 847-0292 Run and Chug Club Running and walking group that meets at 6:15 p.m. weekly outside Fastnet. Meet new friends for a three-mile walk or run around Newport and then return to the Fastnet Pub to have a pint. “If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare� Informal group meets to give interpretive readings of Shakespeare’s works, 6 – 7 p.m., free, Redwood Library, 847-0292, www.redwoodlibrary.org Murder at the Museum A 90-minute family friendly interactive Murder Mystery show. Search for clues, question suspects and find a killer! Just don’t end up

The Morgan Group is coming to Newport to celebrate their annual AutumnMog Oct. 15 -17. The Morgan sports car, with its flowing lines and nostalgic look, draws attention wherever it goes. Saturday October 16 will kick off a police escorted parade of Morgan’s starting at Easton Beach at 9:45 am down Bellevue to arrive at The Elms Mansion, greeted at the gate by local Bagpiper Michael O’Connor, who will pipe the cars to the expansive lawn in the rear gardens of the Elms for the Concours d’Elegance for Judging and People’s Choice Classes. Concours d’Elegance 10 am – 12:30 Cars will begin to leave at 12:30 for a 47 mile Rally which ends at the Sakonnet Vineyards, Little Compton, RI.

the victim. Tickets $30 for adults and $15 for 17 and under. 7 p.m., Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 848-8200 or www.newportmurdermystery.com.

Cabaret & Humor Newport Grand Slots presents an evening of great musical composers. 8 p.m., $15 per ticket to help support Child and Family of Newport. 150 Admiral Kalbfus Rd., 608-6777.

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Pink Martini Night Join the Hyatt Regency and the Stillwater Spa in honoring the fight against breast cancer. Suggested donation of $20. 5 – 8 p.m., Donation includes pink martinis, hand treatment, bra fitting, chair massage, and more. Goat Island Hyatt, 851-3225 The Bit Players Newport’s award-winning comedy improve troupe, The Bit Players create on the spot laughs from audience suggestions, 8 p.m., Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, $15, 849-3473, www.firehousetheater.org Cabaret & Humor 8 p.m., See Thursday, Oct. 14 for more details.

Saturday Oct. 16

Open Hearth Cooking Workshop Join Linda Oakley, food history and hearth cooking expert from Old Sturbridge Village. Workshop runs from noon – 4:30 p.m., tickets are $55 per person and reservations are required. Prescott Farm, 2009 W. Main Rd., 846-4152. Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Copious amounts of seafood, live music and family fun. Free admission Aquidneck Island Growers Market 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Newport Vineyards, 909 East Main Rd., Middletown “Welcome Home� Quilt Show Over 100 quilts on display made by guild members. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. $5 donation per person. Portsmouth Middle School, Jepson Lane, Portsmouth Rum and Revolution History Walking Tour Hear stories of taverns, distillers, rum runners and more on this history walking tour. 11:30 a.m., $12

per person, $5 for children 12 and under. Reservations suggested. Museum & Shop at Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 841-8770

Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Copious amounts of seafood, live music and family fun. Free admission.

Learn to Skate Ice skating lessons at the CabotHarmon Ice Center at St. George’s will be held from 9 – 9:50 a.m., and 10 – 10:50 a.m. for all skill levels.

“Welcome Home� Quilt Show Over 100 quilts on display made by guild members. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. $5 donation per person. Portsmouth Middle School, Jepson Lane, Portsmouth

Haunted House Fundraiser 4 – 7 p.m. at Rogers High School, 15 Wickham Rd., $2 per person. A haunted house including children’s games, and bake sale. 847-6235 ext. 2808. 8th Annual Ballard Park Pumpkin Tour More than 1,000 locally carved pumpkins light a path through Ballard Park from 4:30 – 9 p.m. Free and open to all. A Night of Cheers 7 – 10 p.m., 15 Fenner Ave., Newport, All Rogers alumni cheerleaders, families and friends will gather for a night of laughs and memories. $25 at the door to benefit RHS cheering program. For tickets call Carol Mureddu at 855-1701. Psychic Faire of Newport Psychic medium Liz Souza hosts the second annual faire from 12 – 5 p.m. Come get a reading and find out what your future hold! $30 for 15 minute reading. The Elks Mansion, 141 Pelham St., 419-7918. Edward King House Fundraiser 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. annual member’s cocktail party. No tickets available at the door. You must have a ticket for entry. Call 846-7426 for info. $20 for members, $25 for nonmembers Family Tour and Art Project See art and make art together at the Newport Art Museum from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. $18 for non-members, 76 Bellevue Ave., 848-8200 The Bit Players 8 p.m., Please see Friday, Oct. 15 for more details.

Sunday Oct. 17

James L. Maher Center Annual Cocktail Celebration Sunday, October 17, 2010 Call today to learn more about the BlueCHiP for Medicare plans available during the Annual Enrollment Period, November 15 – December 31, 2010. 1-888-558-2925 TTY/TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) 1-877-232-8432 We can assist you seven days a week, 8:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.; an automated answering system is available outside these hours. BlueCHiP for Medicare is a program of Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island—a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract. The Medicare contract between Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and the Federal Government is valid for one year. The availability of coverage beyond the end of the current year is not guaranteed. The benefits, formulary, pharmacy network, premium and/or co-payments/co-insurance may change on January 1, 2012. Members may enroll in the plan only during specific times of the year. Contact Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island for more information. Anyone with Medicare may apply, including those under the age of 65 entitled to Medicare on the basis of disability. Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. H4152_aepprintad09 File & Use 07122010 %&%65, B [ 5LQJ LQGG

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Monday Oct. 18

AARP Meeting 1:30 p.m. at the Fenner Hall on Fenner Ave. The speaker is Florence Archambault who is presenting a program on Maud Howe Elliott, Newport’s grande dame. Members are reminded to bring non-perishable goods for the AARP pantry project.

Tuesday Oct. 19

A Pink Heart at La Petite Salon & Spa Complimentary haircut, style, and or manicure for military spouses of deployed, TDY, or remote tour service members. Call to make a reservation at 847-4171. 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. at La Petite Salon & Spa at 823 West Main Rd., Middletown Newport Cooks! Chef Charlie and his wife Kay of Thai Cuisine will help teach how to cook traditional Thai food. 6 – 8:30 p.m., $50 (includes instruction, recipes, and food.) Edward King House Step Back in Time Dr. Ronald J. Onorato presents an 1883 archeological tour of Newport at Salve Regina’s Young Building at 6:30 p.m. 341-3205.

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Dracula at Belcourt Castle The Island Moving Co.’s ballet moves through the eerie rooms of Belcourt Castle and incorporates live music, aerial dance, and film into a spectacular theatrical experience. Tickets range from $65-$85. 7:30 p.m. Visit www.islandmovingco.org or 847-4470 for more information. Photographers’ Guild Meeting Jerry Monkman, presents a program which focuses on photographing the Northeast. “Show and tell� and equipment browsing begins at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.. For more info contact Jack at 8478765. Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave.

Thursday Oct. 21

Angela Moore Trunk Show An evening of trends and classic favorites. 6 – 8 p.m., Angela Moore, 190 Bellevue Ave. Guests will receive 20% off all purchases plus pink champagne and pink cupcakes in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Lecture of the Mind Series “So You Think You Have a Crazy Travel Story?� Daniel Asa Rose, author, will discuss his book at 5:30 p.m. at the Redwood Library. Free for members, $5 for non-members. 50 Bellevue Ave., 847-0292 “Nathanial Green� Lecture Gerald Carbone, author will discuss this RI-born general. Free admission, 6 p.m. at Salve Regina’s Antone Academic Center. Corner of Leroy and Lawrence Ave, 841-8770. Murder at the Museum 7 p.m., Please see Thursday, Oct. 14 for more information. Dracula at Belcourt Castle 7:30 p.m.,$65, Please see Wednesday, Oct. 20 for more details.

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Harbor Fine Art Featuring the work of seven local artists. Gallery open daily 11 a.m – 5 p.m., 134 Spring St., 848-9711, www.harborfineart.com

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Friday, October 15 Hyatt Hotel - Dave Manuel    on piano, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Jimmy’s – Cliff’s N’ Bangers    6-8 p.m., and Visible Estrus,    10 p.m. – close LaForge – Dave Manuel, 6 p.m. Newport Blues CafĂŠ – Felix Brown, 10 p.m. Newport Grand – Black & White Band, 9 p.m. O’Brien’s – O’ Doyle Rules,    10 p.m. – 1 a.m. One Pelham East – What Matters Rhino Bar – Wild Nights Rhumbline – Bobby Ferreira Sambar – Live Acoustic with Andre, 9 p.m. The Chanler – Dick Lupino    & Friends, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Saturday, October 16 Hyatt Hotel - Dave Manuel    on piano, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Jimmy’s – Karaoke w/ DJ Phino, 9 p.m. – close Greenvale Vineyard – Dick Lupino & Friends, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Newport Blues CafĂŠ – Sugar Newport Grand – Sweet Desire, 9 p.m. One Pelham East Rusty, 3-6pm The Kulprints, 10 p.m.-1 p.m. Rhino Bar –The Rock Rhumbline - Lois Vaughan Sambar – DJ Butch, 9:30 p.m.

Reel Gallery Opening party for 15 local artists Oct. 23 from 6-9 p.m. 94 William St., 484-7535, www.reelgallery.com Sheldon Fine Art Opening reception for Marin Dobson, Sat., Oct. 16, 5-7 p.m. Gallery is open daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., 59 America’s Cup Ave., Bowen’s Wharf, 849-0030. Victorine Contemporary Art 192 Thames St., 835-1920, www. victorineart.com William Vareika Gallery “Historic New England� exhibition will be on display until Nov. 14. 212 Bellevue Ave., 849-6149 or www. vareikafinearts.com

Mansions, Museums and Historic Sites Belcourt Castle A Gilded Age mansion, guided tours, evening ghost tours, reservations recommended, 657 Bellevue Ave., 846-0669, www.belcourtcastle.com The Breakers Open daily, 44 Ochre Point Ave., 847-1000, www.newportmansions.org Chateau-sur-Mer Open daily, 474 Bellevue Ave., 847-1000,

Sunday, October 17 Castle Hill – Dick Lupino & Friends, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Fastnet Pub – Live Traditional Irish Music, 6 – 10 p.m. Newport Blues CafĂŠ – George Gritzbach Band One Pelham East –    Chopville, 6-9 p.m.    Chris Gauthier, 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. Clarke Cooke House– Bobby Ferreira, 12:30–3:30 p.m. Newport Blues CafĂŠ –    Conviction Band

Monday, October 18 Fastnet Pub- “Blue Monday� 10:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. Rhino Bar- Karaoke

Tuesday, October 19 Newport Blues CafĂŠFelix Brown, 10 p.m. Rhino Bar – “Metal Nightâ€?

Wednesday, October 20 One Pelham East – Chris Gauthier Newport Blues CafÊMellow Mood w/ The Rudeness 9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. Rhino Bar- Rhyme Culture Sardellas – Dick Lupino & Friends, 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.

www.newportmansions.org The Elms Open daily, 367 Bellevue Ave., 847-1000, www.newportmansions.org Fort Adams Largest coastal fortification in the United States, an engineering and architectural masterpiece. “History you can touch�. hourly tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (weather permitting) 841-0707, 90 Fort Adams Drive, www.fortadams.org

"Linden Place" Oil By: Ed LaCoille

www.redwoodlibrary.org Prescott Farm Restored 1812 windmill, guided tours, Rte. 114, West Main Rd., Middletown, 847-6230, www.newportrestoration.org

Rough Point Doris Duke’s oceanfront estate, 680 Bellevue Avenue, 847-8344, www.newportrestoration.org

Rosecliff Open daily, 548 Bellevue Avenue, 847-1000, www.newportmansions.org

Whitehall Museum House Berkely Road, Middletown, open Tuesday-Sunday.

423 Hope Street, Bristol 401-396-9699 • www.bristolartgallery.net

Redwood Library The nation’s oldest library, c 1748, 50 Bellevue Avenue, free, donations always welcome, 847-0292;

International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum Discover the history of tennis through a diverse collection of memorabilia, art and video, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, 194 Bellevue Ave., free for kids under 16 , 849-3990; www.tennisfame.com. Marble House Open daily, 596 Bellevue Ave., 847-1000, www. newportmansions.org Museum of Newport History Exhibits on display depict the city’s role in the American Revolution and its emeravgence as a Gilded Age resort, open daily 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 127 Thames St., 841-8770, www.newporthaavaistorical.org National Museum of American Illustration Original artworks from the Golden Age of Illustration in a historic Gilded Age mansion, 492 Bellevue Ave., 851-8949, ext. 18, www.americanillustration.org Naval War College Museum Permanent exhibits on the Navy in the Narragansett Bay area, 10 a.m.4:30 p.m. weekdays, free and open to the public, visitors without a base decal must call the museum to gain access to the Naval Station; 841-2101. Newport Art Museum Permanent collection of contemporary and historic works, open daily, 76 Bellevue Ave., 848-8200, www.newportartmuseum.org Ochre Court One of Newport’s first “summer cottages� built in 1892, now Salve Regina University’s administration building, ground floor open Monday thu Friday, 9-4 p.m.

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Executive Chef to speak at Arts Guild Executive Chef Kevin Thiele of One Bellevue, The Hotel Viking, will speak at the Portsmouth Arts Guild Tuesday October 19 at 7pm. Watch Executive Chef Kevin Thiele create mouth-watering, visually stunning seasonal food plates in a fun demonstration that complements the Portsmouth Arts Guild’s current exhibition, “Taste This.� Thiele is a 2004 graduate of Johnson and Wales University. He was awarded Chef of the Year by the Rhode Island Hospitality and Tourism Association in 2007. This summer he was one of three Rhode Island chefs invited to represent the state’s culinary

scene at the prestigious James Beard House in New York City. Free event. See and hear how to use color, shape, texture and serving pieces to make impressive, eye-appealing masterpieces. Audience participation will be encouraged! The program follows a short business meeting that starts at 7pm. Open to the public. Handicap accessible. The Portsmouth Arts Guild Center for the Arts is located at 2679 East Main Rd. next to St. Paul’s Church in Portsmouth, RI. 401-293-5ART. Parking is available across the street at East Main Studios. www. PortsmouthArtsGuild.org

Thai Cooking: It’s Easy! As part of the ongoing Newport Cooks! Series, “Thai Cooking: It’s Easy!� will be Taught by Chef Charlie Pichetshote owner of Thai Cuisine Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Edward King Center. Thai cooking is easy when Chef Charlie and his wife Kay are teaching! This light and lively class will begin with a traditional Thai appetizer, Pan Fried Dumplings, move on to a magnificent Tom Yum Seafood Soup, cover a Yellow Curried Noodle

main course and finish with Thai Wild Rice Pudding. Chef Charlie has promised to share lots of tips and kitchen secrets and will give each student a packet of his curry mix to take home! You’ll leave with all of the recipes (and the secret curry mix) to host a Thai dinner party together with ease. Class fee is $50 (includes instruction, recipes and tasting) To register go to Newport Cooks facebook page.

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Men’s Soccer (9 – 3 – 1) Currently in 2nd place in TCCC Thursday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m. against Johnson & Wales at Gaudet Saturday, Oct. 16, 3:30 p.m. against New England College Wednesday, Oct. 20, 3:30 p.m. against Western New England Field Hockey (2 – 12) Currently in 7th place in TCCC Saturday, Oct. 16, 1 p.m. against Anna Maria Football (2 – 4) Currently in 3rd place in New England Football Conference Saturday, Oct. 16, Noon, against Curry Women’s Soccer (7 – 6) Currently in 6th place in TCCC Saturday, Oct. 16, 1 p.m. against New England College Tuesday, Oct. 19, 3:30 p.m. against Western New England

Rogers High School Football (5 – 1) Currently in 3rd place in Division III Friday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m. against Middletown at Toppa Field

Boy’s Soccer (1 – 7 – 2) Currently in 6th place in Division III South Friday, Oct. 15, 3:30 p.m. against St. Raphael Academy Monday, Oct. 18, 3:30 p.m. against Exeter / West Greenwich Girl’s Soccer (3 – 8 - 1) Currently in 7th place in Division III Central Tuesday, Oct. 19, 4:30 p.m. against West Warwick

Middletown High School Boy’s Soccer (5 – 3 – 2) Currently in 4th place in Division II South Wednesday, Oct. 20, 3:30 p.m. against The Prout School at Gaudet Girl’s Soccer (8 – 2 – 2) Currently in 3rd place in Division III Central Tuesday, Oct. 19, 6 p.m. against Mt. Pleasant at Gaudet

Portsmouth High School Boy’s Soccer (5 – 4 – 2) Currently in 3rd place in Division I East Thursday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m. against Providence Country Day Girl’s Soccer (8 – 3 – 3) Currently in 2nd place in Division I Central Thursday, Oct. 14, 5 p.m. against Cumberland Monday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m. against North Kingstown

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Fall Fishing Peaks – Make Your Own Blackfish Rigs

By Jack Kelly

By Capt. Tim Flaherty

I was having coffee with a friend of mine recently, when he posed a question to me. He was curious about the methods that different species use to protect their young in the wild. His inquiry was based on an article he’d read about birds protecting their nests and bears protecting their cubs. I explained to him that I could only rely on my own observations, experiences, and the lessons I have learned involving wildlife to answer his question. Over time, I have discovered that many species have different ways of protecting their young.   Northern Mockingbirds, for example, will harass, or attack, humans, animals, and other birds that they perceive as a threat to their nesting areas. A case in point involves a female, juvenile, Redtailed Hawk, that set up residence at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, this past year. It was a common sight this spring and summer, to witness Mockingbirds constantly harass and strike at the hawk, if she perched within a certain distance of the Mockingbird’s nesting area. The mockingbirds would keep up the attacks until the hawk left the area. It was amazing to watch the much smaller mockingbirds attack such a large raptor. With a body length of less than one foot and a wingspan barely exceeding one foot, the mockingbirds gave a truly David versus Goliath performance. The average red-tailed hawk has a body length of nearly two feet and a wingspan of over four feet.   The Common Tern is a medium sized water bird, who will also aggressively defend its’ nesting site. This past spring a group of twenty common terns, set up a nesting area on the large rock island located in the middle of Gooseneck Cove. It is a perfect nesting site. Common terns are fish eaters, and there they have a nearby constant food supply. Hunters seeking eggs and plumes brought common terns to the brink of extinction, in the first half of the twentieth century. Federal law and protection, have allowed this species to survive and increase its’ population.   Common terns will continuously harass, dive at, and strike any perceived threat to their colony. I wit-

A Canadian high pressure system moved into the region this past weekend and the improved weather, coupled with the strong tides of the recent new moon, brought the best fishing of the fall season. Night fishermen slammed the stripers all week with some big bass being taken on Friday the 8th and Saturday the 9th. Joe Perry hit a striper in the thirties and B.J. Silvia landed one in the forties. While chunking after dark, Andy Bacon slammed the bass, taking several fish in the twenty pound range and a few in the thirties, as well. Bobby Mello, while plugging with light tackle, landed eight bass in a little over an hour on another recent evening. Blackfish anglers are now enjoying the best bite of the season. Reliable sources reported that John “The Kid” Lecompte landed an 11pound white chin this past week. All weekend long, an armada of blackfish anglers anchored up just south of Buoy 2 at the mouth of the bay, working the humps in search of this delicious, crab-eating species. Tautog, as they are also called in these parts, continue to school in large pods and forage rocky waters, before their imminent move to deeper water for the winter. Shore fishermen should try for blackfish from the rocks south of Fort Adams to Ledge Road. Don’t forget to try the NUWC breakwater off the Navy base, too, just north of the Pell Bridge. Another favorite spot for tautog is the east shore of Jamestown from the Pell Bridge to Kettle Bottom Reef.   On Friday the 8th, several shore anglers, fishing just south of Ram’s Head Lighthouse (Castle Hill) landed a few big white chins using live crabs as bait. Shore fishing for blackfish becomes particularly difficult as a result of lobster trawls that are often placed along our shores via lines and floats. Fishermen easily tangle their rigs in this gear. A rocky bottom presents additional obstacles to landing the elusive blackfish. Only the most experienced and skilled anglers can successfully land blackfish from the shore consistently. To catch blackfish successfully the right tackle is necessary. A stout rod with a flexible tip is most desirable. Experienced anglers know that all rods are rated for maximum durability and recommended line strength. A good blackfish rod should be rated medium action for at least 30- pound test line. Many anglers make special leaders for landing big, deep water blackfish. This rig is effective and inexpensive to make. Use a #8 Virginia or Mustad-beak hook with 60-pound test leader material. With this rigging, use Jonah crabs for bait. These large crabs will then be quartered

Trinity, coyote mother, keeps a weary eye on the author from the top of the Sachuest dunes. nessed the terns drive away gulls, crows, and Great Blue Herons, that attempted to invade their nesting space. One evening, they drove off a mink that was attempting to swim to their island. A few canoeists and kayakers, felt the wrath of the terns, when curiosity drew the humans too close to the nesting area. The terns managed to raise eleven hatchlings to juvenile stage by mid-summer. The juveniles migrated with the adults from our area in mid-August, most likely to the warmer climes of South America.   My friend Joe Rugeri and I, once had a memorable encounter with a family of deer at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge. It was late August 2008, and Joe and I were at the north end of the parking lot. We had spotted a large doe and two fawns about fifty yards north of the parking lot. It was an excellent photographic opportunity for us. Joe was setting up his tripod by the barrier that surrounds the parking lot when I noticed the fawns walking toward us. Curious like children, fawns will approach humans to investigate. As Joe fiddled with his tripod, the two fawns kept walking in our direction. This placed the fawns between the doe and us. I could see the doe eyeing the fawns, then Joe and I. As I raised my camera to take freehand photos, I noticed the doe was becoming agitated. Her ears were cocked back, her nostrils were flaring, and her eyes narrowed. She started to move to-

ward us, then suddenly broke into a full run, charging directly at us. I yelled to Joe to run and we dashed to our cars parked close by. The doe stopped between the fawns and us. She then herded her fawns back out into the safety of the field, while giving us a “stay where you are”, look. When the trio was safely away from us, Joe and I ventured from our vehicles to collect our gear. My coffee drinking friend thought this was all very funny.   My final example of parental protection involves a coyote female by the name of Trinity. She is a three-footed coyote that many on the island have seen. Trinity is missing the paw on her right front leg. However, this does little to slow her down. At the time of our encounter, Trinity was the alpha female of the Sachuest Point coyote pack. I understand this to mean that she mates with the alpha male and holds a rank higher than that of the other females in the pack.   My interaction with Trinity occurred late in the morning of May 4, 2009. I was driving east on Sachuest Point Road, when I observed Trinity run across the road ahead of me. She ran up the eastern most sand dune, just past the Wildlife Refuge welcome sign. She stopped and stood at the top of the dune. I wanted to get a photograph, so I pulled my car over and slowly slid out the door. I was familiar with Trinity, and, like the vast majority of coyotes, she shunned human contact. Still, this day, she stayed at the top of the dune as I took a few photos. She appeared docile and calm, and stood still for thirty seconds or so. Foolishly, I moved away from my vehicle to get a closer photograph. Then I heard a sound that made my blood run cold. Trinity heard it, too. It was the sound of her pups yelping. Trinity’s den was in the dune area! Her demeanor changed immediately. She turned to face me, teeth bared, fur up on her back, eyes ablaze with rage, and she started down the dune toward me. I sprinted to the safety of my car, ten feet away. She was quickly by my door, staying about four feet away, but the message to me was very clear. As I drove away, she was rushing back up the dune to her pups.   As I recounted the story, my coffee buddy was in hysterics, laughing at my exploits. I told him that was the day I realized the first commandment of nature photography: “THOU SHALT NOT MESS WITH THE MOMMIE”. This is a good rule of thumb when dealing with wildlife of any kind, and one I continue to habitually heed.

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Visiting Californian Joe Hayden, with his sons Joey, age 7 and Jack, age 5, hauled in 140 lbs of blues and sea bass during their charter fishing trip out of the Castle Hill Marina on Sunday, Oct. 10. to fit over the hook. Expensive, fluorocarbon leader lines are not necessary when fishing for blackfish. Another effective rig, that some use for blackfish, is called the “three-way rig.” A three-way rig is made by using a three- way swivel. From two of the swivel’s rings attach a 5-inch leader of 60-pound test leader material. From these leaders, attach the hooks. The size hook for inshore blackfishing should be a #4-#6. From the third ring, attach a Duolock snap for your sinker. Always use at least a three to four ounce bank sinker. Place your sinker on the snap. Now, attach your rig to the rod line at the sinker ring point. This type of blackfish rig is most effective when fishing a flat rocky bottom or in a hole or depression. Now, you can make your own rigs and save money. All of these rigging materials can be purchased online, at a variety of sites. I like www.terminaltackleco.com for small orders and the service is good. For larger orders try www. tackledirect.com. If you lack the time to make your own, you can get them at Sam’s Bait & Tackle on Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. Regulations for blackfish have been created to help preserve this slow-growing, local species. Shore anglers are allowed to take 3 fish per day and the length must be at least 16 inches. Boat anglers are permitted to take 3 fish per man with a boat limit of no more than 10 fish per day, per boat. Black sea bass fishing was very good all weekend. Schools of big males (blueheads) showed up in large pods mid-week and anglers had a field days slamming them

on the humps and in the holes on the ocean side. Unfortunately, the black sea bass season closed to local anglers on Columbus Day and will remain closed until November 1st. Tight Lines! Capt. Tim, of Flaherty Charters, Castle Hill, Newport, is an island native, who taught high school and college history. He has been bay angling for over 50 years as was his father, Frank.

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SCHOOL BULLETIN BOARD The End of the Chicken Nugget in School Meals By Dorothy Brayley    With the school year now in full swing, I am pleased to say that Rhode Island schools are working harder than ever to offer healthier and more Rhode Island grown foods to their students and staff. The vast majority of schools are now compliant with the ’06 and ‘07 Healthier Foods and Beverages in Schools laws. We no longer should see sweetened beverages or high sugar, high fat, high sodium junk food dispensed from vending machines, sold in school stores, sold in the cafeteria on a la carte lines, or available through other fundraisers during the school day. This is a wonderful improvement for the health of our children!   RINR (RI Nutrition Regulations, effective Sept. 09) are being implemented everywhere as well. In RI school cafeterias at meal time, you will see lots more fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains and RI grown RI produced foods. Children in Rhode Island are learning about real food, whole food and where food comes from and I am proud of our collective efforts across the state.   For this school year, everyone should expect to see (and ask for!) more scratch cooking and less processed foods being served in schools. I predict that the chicken nugget and the chicken patty for school lunch will be offered less and less this year. These “mystery meats� will be replaced with more Asian stir-fry , freshly made calzones, vegetable paninis, legume dishes like mac & peez (made with

chick peas), fruit and yogurt parfaits, hummus and other dips and spreads and salad and veggie bars.   Please continue to demand whole food, real food and tasty food in our school cafeterias. Promoting better school food is important because we are seeing some communities with upwards of 50% overweight and obese children. We MUST keep working to improve nutrition for children in school as well as in their community. Lately we’ve seen school wellness advocates call upon their local hospitals, child care centers, work sites and corner stores to join the schools in their efforts to improve the nutrition within their environments for all.   Schools need to have nutrition support from their wider communities. I’m proud to announce that Kids First is launching a new project, Real Food First, to help hospitals and worksites do the hard work that our schools have done – make their food environments more nutritious. If you know of a hospital or work site that needs food transformation help, visit Real Food First at www.realfoodfirst.org and contact us. Every community institution should be working towards healthier eating just as our schools have done!   Thank you to all of our schools for doing this GREAT, important and generative work! I challenge all of our hospitals and worksites to do the same!

Dorothy Brayley is the Executive Director, Kids First & Real Food First

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Lights on Afterschool Nationwide   The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County will join with the Afterschool Alliance in this year’s Lights on Afterschool, a nationwide series of rallies in support of afterschool programs, on Oct. 21. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County’s Lights On Afterschool event will be at their main clubhouse on 95 Church Street from 3:30 pm – 6:00

pm. During the event, youth can participate in a wide variety of activities including rock wall climbing and swimming competitions, facepainting, bouncy castle, unveiling of our new Walmart Reading Centers , plus many more games, snacks, and crafts.   All community members – especially local youth – of Newport County are invited to attend. For more information about the event, please contact Jackie Lewandowski at 847-6927 x 13 or jlewandowski@ bgcnewport.org.

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“Taste of iNCASE�   Pre-registration needed by Mon., Oct. 18 for the “Taste of incase.� All Newport County youth, grades 6-9, are invited to participate. The partners of the iNCASE (Newport County After School Excitement) network will be hosting a free twoday program showcase, “Taste of iNCASE,� on Wednesday, Oct. 27 and Wednesday, Nov. 3, at their sites from 3– 6 p.m. iNCASE partners include the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County, Child & Family’s Ophelia & Iron John sessions, the East Bay Met School, the Jamestown Teen Center, and the Newport Art Museum.   Transportation will be provided to and from the programs from three bus stops: the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County’s Central Clubhouse on Church Street and Park Holm Clubhouse in the Florence Gray Center , and the Jamestown Teen Center . Transportation also will be available from the Gaudet Middle School in Middletown .   Sample programs offered during the two-day afterschool showcase include the Rockwall Challenge at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County, Design Challenge at the East Bay Met School , Dodgeball Tournament at the Jamestown Teen Center , and Ceramics Classes at the Newport Art Museum. Registration forms are available at all of the partner locations or available for download on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County website www.bgcnewport.organd the iNCASE website www.incaseri.org.   Activities and admission are free thanks to the generous support of the Newport County Fund of the Rhode Island Foundation and BankNewport.   For more information about the event, please contact Cici Dunn at 847-6927 x 18 or cdunn@bgcnewport.org, or Debbie Tungett of the Jamestown Teen Center at 4237261 or dtungett@jamestownri. net. For more information on all the programs offered by the iNCASE partners, visit www.incaseri.org.

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nue, and Patrick DeSocio is typically relaxed, his lime green Wrangler, custom smoker in tow, parked on the manicured lawn of a waterfront estate with sweeping views of the Sakonnet River. The smell of a long, slow day’s work lingers in the air. DeSocio is in his element. Known simply to some as The Pitmaster, DeSocio is the unexpectedly epicurean force behind Newport’s Preppy Pig BBQ. What started out as a Super Bowl party catered for friends two years ago has turned into one of Newport’s best kept secrets, earning DeSocio a cult-like following for what devotees say is some of the sweetest, juiciest pork to ever fall off the bone. A former yacht broker, turned history teacher, DeSocio is somewhat of a man about town. His wardrobe is unmistakable; popped collars and bright pants, worn with a preppy, easy confidence that translates into his cooking. Going back to school and becoming a teacher, he explains, led him to this place. Two Super Bowls ago, DeSocio turned an old Weber grill into a smoker at the request of his father, and smoked a pair of pork shoulders. Eight hours later, the Preppy Pig was born. “I realized that Rhode Island was lacking some good barbecue, and barbecue in general,” he says. Using all local ingredients, DeSocio is quick to distinguish his stylings not along the lines of “ Why does it have to be southern style barbecue? Why does it have to be Kansas barbecue, or Memphis barbecue? Why can’t it be Rhode Island style barbecue?” He uses local pigs, local beef, local chickens, local vegetables, and local honey. He makes all of his sauces, and uses locally grown wood as his fuel source. Like so many things in life, DeSocio’s talents were cultivated at an early age. He began cooking with his mother and grandmother. In college, he went to school in Virginia, where he became steeped in the cult of regional barbecue. While working in Colorado, he found an old smoker in the cart barn of a golf course, refurbished it, and began honing and sharing his craft. After years of trial and error, DeSocio found what he says is the secret to good barbecue: love and devotion. And while one might think that the prospect of finding good barbecue in Rhode Island would be akin to finding a unicorn, or a potato chip in the shape of Jesus, Newport, is somewhat of a hotspot for barbecue. The Smokehouse Cafe has become a fixture on America’s Cup Avenue, the smell of their smokers their best advertisement; and Becky’s BBQ in Middletown has cultivated a loyal following over the years with their take on Southernstyle barbecue. DeSocio is pursuing a different tack, setting out to make slow cooked barbecue as synonymous with summer as an afternoon clambake. The idea has caught on. “Have smoker will travel,” DeSocio says is his motto. He’s done jobs on Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, and in Boston, and last summer, with minimal marketing, he found himself booked solid. On this day, he’s lent out his talents as part of a silent auction for Habitat For Humanity East Bay. The meal is served to ravenous reviews. A few weeks later, DeSocio is back at it again – this time at the Newport Shipyard, where the Preppy Pig was being filmed for a feature on Cox cable’s Chef to Go series. Within minutes, a throng of sailors, crew, and Preppy Pig devotees had devoured more than 80 pounds of succulent, Rhode Island-style barbecue. Only a lucky few got their hands on seconds.

Many hands helped on Tuesday morning, Oct. 12 to put plastic over the 100-foot greenhouse at the Methodist Community Gardens in Middletown.   The Methodist Community Gardens located on the grounds of the Calvary United Methodist Church on Turner Road in Middletown constructed a High Tunnel Hoop House to pla nt and harvest winter crops with no heat or water. The greenhouse is 14’ by 96’ with 36 beds planted with salad greens, spinach, chard, beets, carrots, kale, radishes, machet and turnip. Food harvested will go to local shelters, soup kitchens and pantries. Students from Salve Regina University have been recruited to help during the winter months.   So far, the community garden has grown and delivered over 2,100 lbs of vegetables to the Martin Luther King Community Center, Lucy’s Hearth, St Joseph’s Soup Kitchen, McKinney Shelter and the Florence Gray Center, with still many pounds of butternut squash and Brussel s sprouts to be picked.   The community garden is solely funded by donations and has received grants from the van Bueren charitable foundation, Aquidneck Land Trust, DEM Farm Viability Grant, Alice P. Mayer Fund and the NE Grassroots Environmental Fund.

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Since 2003, Governor Don Carcieri has

SET RHODE ISLAND ON A CLEAR COURSE TO BUILD A 21ST CENTURY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM

� Accelerated the completion of the I-Way,

improving traffic flow and opening 20 acres of prime real estate for development

�Demolished the old Jamestown Bridge �Completed Route 403 Connector and

freight rail improvements for Quonset Point Development Park

�Completed the Interlink at TF Green Airport, making it one of the most efficient air, rail, and car hubs in the US

�Expanding commuter rail to Warwick and Wickford Junction

�Began construction of new Sakonnet and Pawtucket River Bridges

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YOU HAVE THE POWER TO TRANSFORM RI VOTE to Keep Rhode Island on The Right Course www.transformri.com

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