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Xcelerite Debut

For the second year, the All Saints Academy Robotics Team, Mindstorms Mayhem, won the FIRST Lego League Rhode Island state championships, held Saturday, Jan. 12 at Roger Williams University in Bristol. Forty teams competed to find “Senior Solutions,” using robots made from Lego blocks to solve a problem of their choice relating to senior citizens. The team (left to right, Charlie Silveria, Regan McEnroe, Daniel Pantini, Alex Pratt, Alden Pratt and Xavier Lora) devised "Xcelerite," a chalk-sized widget that senses unusual pressure applied to a car’s accelerator. The objective of the device is to help prevent accidents caused by using the gas pedal instead of the brake, a frequent cause of car accidents involving seniors. The students each won a $5,000 yearly scholarship to Roger Williams. In April, they will travel to St. Louis to compete with 85 other championship teams from around the world in the First World Festival. (Photo by Sheli Silveria)

Lights, Camera, Action! on ‘Bellevue Avenue’

By Meg O’Neil Newport’s Gilded Age mansions will star in a new featurelength movie, “Bellevue Avenue,” to be filmed in the city this summer.

Written and produced by Newport playwright Ken Dooley, and directed by Emmy-nominated Andy Lauer, the film will focus on the fictional Eldridge family in the year 1912, with the Eldridges closely resembling the Vanderbilts, owners of the Breakers and Marble House.

Dooley said his goal was to depict the social hierarchies and class distinctions among families, servants, and laborers in Newport during the same time period as in the popular PBS show, “Downton Abbey.” It’s a time period that will again be revisited in a new television show from NBC called “Gilded Age,” focusing on the powerful and elite families of New York City.

(Dooley says he wrote “Bellevue Avenue” more than a year before NBC announced it would produce “Gilded Age,” and he is hopeful that his movie will eventually spin off as a television series.)

Dooley’s connection to that era in Newport’s history is deeply rooted in his family tree: his mother was born and raised in the city in the early 1900s, and his grandfather worked on the construction of Marble House.

“The year 1912 was a very in-

In an effort to seek out additional municipal revenue streams, City Council members are expected to take up next week a resolution to explore ways to increase the contribution made to the city by various non-profit organizations.

In a resolution put forth by Michael T. Farley, the first-term councilor has requested that the administration begin a transparent review of all revenues received by the city through so-called PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) funds.

Like other, larger cities such as Providence, Newport is home to a number of prominent non-profits who enjoy tax-exempt status while contributing to a statewide PILOT program.

Among them: the Preservation Society of Newport County, Newport Hospital, Salve Regina University, and the Newport Housing

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Curriculum Director Resigns

By Meg O’Neil

Author/Producer Ken Dooley stands in front of Ochre Court on the Salve Regina University campus.

(Photo by Meg O'Neil) teresting one not only because of the Titanic disaster, but also the whole labor aspect,” he said.

“There were some terrible strikes, and there was a lot of unrest during that time, especially in Newport. Nowhere else was there a greater contrast between the ‘haves’ and the ‘have-nots.’”

“Bellevue Avenue” is set to begin filming this June at various locations around Newport including Eisenhower House, the Malbone estate, Rough Point, Old Colony Railway, and several mansions on the campus of Salve Regina University.

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the university was a major step, Dooley said. “This movie would not be possible without the tremendous help of Salve Regina and its president, Sister Jane Gerety.”

Several on-campus mansions

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The Newport school department’s Director of Curriculum & Instruction Caroline Frey has announced her resignation from the district effective Feb. 1.

According to Superintendent John H. Ambrogi, Frey has accepted a Director of Curriculum position in the Lincoln school district.

The news, which was made public on Tuesday, Jan. 15, comes nearly one month after the Newport School Committee narrowly voted (4-3) to approve an increase in Frey’s salary from $94,544 to $104,544, in hopes that the raise would keep her in the district.

On Tuesday, Ambrogi said that the advertised salary for the Lincoln position was between $110,000 and $112,000.

Her resignation leaves yet another top administration post vacant. For the past several months, the school department has been looking to hire a new accountant to work in the business office, and just last week Ambrogi announced he would be retiring in January, 2014, six months earlier than expected.

“We’ve got a lot of moving pieces right now, and we’ll just certainly make sure we do the best we can to keep the ship moving,” Ambrogi said.

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In 1997, when Stephen Spielberg was seeking a place to serve as the dramatic setting of his historical film, “Amistad,” his scouts looked up and down the Eastern seaboard. In the end, the famous director-producer chose to set the 1839 courtroom scenes in Newport’s Washington Square and Old Colony House.

The making of “Amistad” 16 years ago had a very significant and longlasting impact on the city.

From the earliest colonial days, Washington Square served as the commercial and civic center of Newport. During the 1960s, however, the construction of America’s Cup Boulevard and the conversion of Long Wharf into a pedestrian mall had the effect of reducing the importance of the Square. At the same time, some unfortunate renovations transformed the Opera House’s facade from traditional brick to an amalgam of random stone shards and cheap vertical siding, greatly diminishing the historic character of the area. Several years before the making of “Amistad,” a small grassroots organization led by Lilly Dick and inspired by the ideas of the local sculptor Howard Newman began trying to remedy the problems of Washington Square.

Ironically, though, it was moviemaking magic that camouflaged the Square’s blemishes to make it look appropriate to the 19th-century period of the movie plot. Many Newport residents who had previously avoided the Square came down to look in amazement at the spectacle of Washington Square in its historical garb. Suddenly, the grassroots group began to gain converts.

The next steps were to agree on a vision, raise funds for design and

Morgan Freeman, Matthew McConaughey and Chiwetel Ejiofor in "Amistad." construction, and increase public awareness. In the years since “Amistad” was filmed in the Colony House and Washington Square, historic streetlights were installed, the Opera House façade has been repaired, the Exchange Building renovated, both the Colony House and Jane Pickens Theatre have received significant restoration, a horsetrough fountain was installed to match the one that once existed, and many improvements to the sidewalks and crosswalks have been made. Construction was completed in 2011, more than 15 years after the project was initiated. Today, the Washington Square Roots Initiative, Newport Architectural Forum and many other stakeholder groups work to plan more improvements for the future.

If you haven’t seen “Amistad,” you have a chance to see this powerful film on the big screen at the Casino Theatre on Friday, Jan. 18 at 7:30 p.m. The doors open at 7, and seating is limited. Not only is “Amistad” a great movie, but you also will see

familiar Newport locations transformed by the art of the set makers.

Admission to the screening is free for Tennis Hall of Fame Members, $6 for Architectural Forum members, and $12 for the general public. A cash bar will be provided by La Forge Restaurant.

The Casino Theatre is another building that had long been unused and neglected. It has been restored over the last several years through a partnership between Salve Regina University and the Tennis Hall of Fame and now serves as a regular venue for film screenings, live theatrical performances, and events such as the Fourth Annual Newport Architectural Symposium scheduled for May 4.

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CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 will be used during the 27-day filming process, including Ochre Court, Wakehurst, and the Young Building on the corner of Bellevue and Ruggles avenues.

Salve Regina spokesperson Matt Boxler said the film will provide an academic opportunity for students: “Our theater students and others will have a chance to see a production and to get involved with the flmmaking process, whether it’s through being extras or seeing how the film is put together. That’s what really cemented our involvement with the project.”

It won’t be the first time that the university has been involved in a film. Ochre Court was used as a backdrop in the opening scenes of the 1994 movie “True Lies,” starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. And in 1997, students were used as extras in several scenes in “Amistad.”

With a budget of $3 million, “Bellevue Avenue” already has attracted the interest of several Hollywood actors, including Matthew Modine.

A local advocate for the film has been state Rep. Peter Martin (DNewport), who became friends with Dooley a few years ago after seeing his play, “The Murder Trial of John Gordon.” When Martin learned of Dooley’s plans for “Bellevue Avenue,” he decided to help by setting up the film’s website at www.bellevueavenue.us.

“I’m not a big TV watcher,” Martin said. “But lately, I’ve been watching episode after episode of ‘Downton Abbey,’ and thinking to myself, ‘We could be doing that same stuff in the wonderful mansions of Newport.”

Martin also liked the idea of bringing movie jobs to Newport.

(According to Dooley, “Downton Abbey” has created over 700 jobs for the communities in England where the series is filmed.)

With a budget of $3 million, “Bellevue Avenue” already has attracted the interest of several Hollywood actors, including Matthew Modine.

In addition to Dooley as executive producer and Lauer as director, other key personnel include producers Eric Luters and Arlene Violet, costume designer Marilyn Salvatore, casting director Ann Mulhall, and historians Patrick Conley and Scott Molloy.

Dooley said that after filming this summer, he expects that the movie will premier next winter at the Jane Pickens Theater.

Note: Salve Regina University will hold a press conference at Ochre Court on Friday, Jan. 18 at 2 p.m. at which additional details on the film will be announced. Watch for updates on Newport-Now.com.

COUNCILOR CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 Authority. The PILOT funds, which can total up to 28 percent of assessed value of a given organization’s holdings – comes to the city via the state general fund, not from checks written by the organizations themselves.

According to the city’s tax assessor’s office, Salve Regina University boasts the city's largest tax-exempt property list, with an assessed value of just under $183 million. The Preservation Society of Newport County is a relatively close second with property totaling $117 million in assessed value. And Newport Hospital has roughly $110 million in total assessed holdings.

Taken in sum, those three organizations would be responsible for over $5 million in city property taxes if their tax-exempt statuses were revoked completely, and roughly $1.8 million if the city taxed them at 25 percent of the normal tax rate.

It’s important to note at this point that each of the above-listed organizations also has taxable subcorporations which do contribute direct property taxes to the city.

Salve Regina, for example, operates SRU Holdings, Inc., which owns property totaling roughly $12.3 million, and pays $138,000 per year to the city in local property taxes.

The Preservation Society and Newport Hospital also have their own taxable corporations.

Currently, the city receives payments from the state's PILOT program of up to 28 percent, however the money does not come directly from the organizations themselves.

The Housing Authority, which op-

erates low-income housing tracts such as Newport Heights development and Donovan Manor, is also subject to PILOT payments. However, according to Farley, the city has waived the collection of PILOT revenue from the Housing Authority, but as the economy struggles and Newport Heights and other properties continue to attract more residents, and therefore services, it might be time to revise that agreement, as well as the city's broader approach to PILOT funds.

“This may be our best shot at new revenue, because the state statute expressly permits it," Farley said. "For years, we have talked about finding new revenue or obtaining new revenue from our nonprofits. This statute is a realistic opportunity to make that happen.”

Not everyone on the council, however, was immediately supportive of Farley's resolution.

Jeanne-Marie Napolitano, for example, suggested that the city might do better to research the issue on the staff level before conducting a public review process.

"At this point, I don't think we have all the answers right now," she said.

However, with the budget season fast approaching, Farley thinks the timing is right.

"The pending resolution simply asks the City administration to review this issue publicly," Farley noted in a press release. "All of our nonprofits need to see where they can make a greater contribution. And we will continue to look for opportunities to partner with them."

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DIRECTOR CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 Besides being the district’s curriculum director, Frey was also a parttime principal at Sullivan-Triplett Elementary School, so her resignation technically leaves two vacancies in the school department.

Ambrogi said that other school administrators will likely step up to help fill positions until a new curriculum director can be hired.

“I find when these things happen, people tend to pull together and pull up the slack,” Ambrogi said. “We’ll take a look at the organizational chart, my recommendations regarding changes for the future, and examine what the school committee desires in what that position should be and can be.”

Ambrogi said that if needed, he would gladly step in temporarily as part-time principal at SullivanTriplett.

Of Frey’s sudden move to Lincoln, Ambrogi said, “She’s always been an upwardly mobile professional, and this move is just another step in her upward mobility.”

The news of Frey’s departure to Lincoln schools is bittersweet for many in the school system.

School Committee member Rebecca Bolan, who voted to approve Frey’s raise in December, said that

Frey would be a valuable asset to any district in the state. “She was sought after by more than one school district, and they were able to offer some great opportunities for advancement,” Bolan said. “It’s not always about the money – it might be about being able to see a future and a more favorable work environment … I wish her the very best, and Lincoln is lucky to have her.”

Teachers Association of Newport President David Koutsogiane also praised Frey’s work in Newport schools, calling her resignation a “huge loss to the district.” Since being hired to the Newport school system, Frey has developed the district’s yearly curriculum model and analyzes all data on standardized testing.

“Caroline is a great educational leader,” Koutsogiane said. “She’s helped to establish a curriculum that is aligned to the standards, and she’s guided the district to make educational decisions based on student data to help students raise their achievement levels. Newport teachers have a great amount of respect and admiration for her, and we wish her the best.”

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Pre-K Playgroup The Newport Pre-K Playgroup welcomes new members, children ages 2-5. This mothers group will meet at the Newport Recreational Center (The Hut) every Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It is fun and educational for the kids while giving mothers a few hours of free time each week. The cost is $35 a month. For more information call Callie at 401-924-0692 or email cboulay@live.com.

Have A Heart Party The Potter League will host its 40th Annual Have A Heart Cocktail Party and Auction on Friday, Feb. 8, at the Hotel Viking, Newport.

The preview party, including a live auction, is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and features complimentary bar drinks, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment.

The main event, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., features a silent auction, a cash raffle, cash bar and refreshments.

Tickets for the preview party are $85 in advance or $100 at the door, and include admission to the main event. Main event tickets are $60 in advance or $75 at the door.

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The Rhode Island Ski Runners club will host its 61st annual championship ski and snowboard race at Wachusett Mountain in Princeton, Mass. on Feb. 10. The race is open to all ages and abilities and is a fundraiser for the ski club, which is one of the oldest in the country and is open to all Rhode Islanders. In addition to hosting the annual race, the club owns a lodge in North Conway, N.H., where club members may rent efficiency units for a nominal fee. For information about the race or the club, visit riskirunners. com or email the membership director, Alison Pardee, awpardee@ gmail.com. It is not necessary to ski to be a club member, and the lodge is available year-round.

Energy Commission Welcomes Input The Newport Energy and Environment Commission’s next meeting will be held on Thursday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. at the Newport Public Library in the Rotary Board Room downstairs.

The agenda consists of a discussion of regular items, including energy efficiency of city buildings, sustainability and waste reduction.

The commission will also report on its collaboration with the city to attach voluntary sustainable event protocols to public event license applications.

The committee is also collaborating once again with the Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the Clean City Program, The Met School and Rogers High School on parade recycling and will touch upon preliminary planning.

This meeting is open to the public and encourages participation.

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‘The Faces of the Black Regiment’ In 1778, Rhode Island offered slaves freedom in exchange for fighting in the Continental Army.

Local author Linda Crotta Brennan will present a talk geared for children detailing the “Black Regiment,” known as one of the finest military units fighting for independence in the Revolutionary War on Saturday, Jan. 26 at 1 p.m. at the Redwood Library & Athenaeum.

Refreshments will be served. Free.

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The Friends Bookstore winter clearance book sale will be held Jan. 26 - 29 in the Spring Street lobby of the Newport Public Library.

Hard cover books will be sold for $1, except for selected specials, and paperbacks for 25 cents. Hours of the sale are: Saturday, Jan. 26, from 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 27, from 1 - 4:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 28, from 12:30 - 8:30 p.m., and Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 9:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. On Tuesday is “Bag of Books Day.” Bags will be supplied and can be filled for $4.

In Case You’ve Forgotten Jan. 17 - Irish Immigration Lecture, Tennis Hall of Fame, 6 p.m.

Jan. 21 - Digital FabLab meeting, Middletown Police Dept., 5-8 p.m.

Feb. 7 - Aquidneck Land Trust Annual Meeting, 849-2799- x 18.

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For What It’s Worth Mr. Santi we purchased this flower holder years ago when the Preservation Society had a sale of antiques at the Elms as a fundraiser. Can you tell us something about its origin and what it is worth — Alma V. Alma: Your flower holder is actually a float lamp that used oil and a wick and was used frequently along with a religious icon to illuminate the object. Dating from between 1850 and 1870, the glass is probably Bohemian. The chain may have been a little longer with a smoke bell suspended at the top. This beautiful object has a value of between $500 and $600. — Federico Santi, Partner Drawing Room Antiques.

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A community meeting sponsored by Newport County Citizens to End Homelessness (NCCEH) will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Community Baptist Church Hall, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.

The purpose of the meeting is to hear an update from the various agencies in our community that work with homeless individuals. They will speak to what they are seeing this winter in terms of homelessness and where people can help. Some of the agencies that will be represented at the meeting are: Lucy’s Hearth (a shelter for women and children), Homeless Hotline (emergency shelter resource for any person found living on the street), Turning Around Ministries (after care services for previously incarcerated persons). McKinney Cooperative Shelter (shelter and transitional housing for adults) and Housing First RI (permanent housing and social services for chronically homeless indidviduals). For more information contact, Mary Reynolds, Co-Chair NCCEH, 619-3853, mbreynolds52@gmail. com or Roland Chase, Co-Chair NCCEH, 846-4553, rolandchase@hot-

Emerging Artists An Emerging Artists exhibit featuring mixed media artwork of high school students from Portsmouth, Middletown and Rogers High Schools will hold an opening reception at the Portsmouth Arts Guild and Gallery, 2679 E. Main Rd., Portsmouth on Saturday, Jan. 26 from 2-6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The show runs Jan. 27 and Feb. 2 and 3.

For more information about exhibitions, artists, or class schedule visit PortsmouthArts.org or email info@PortsmouthArts.org.

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The Newport Public Services Department’s Clean City Program reminds residents that there will be no trash or recycling collection on Monday, Jan. 21 due to the observance of Martin Luther King Day. All collections for the week of Jan. 21 will be delayed by one day.

Free Flu Vaccinations The flu season is upon us and flu shots have been in short supply across the country, but on Tuesday, Jan. 22, the Rhode Island Department of Health will host a free public flu vaccination clinic at Rogers High School, 15 Wickham Rd., from 4 – 7 p.m. for any person ages 6 months to adult.

There is no cost for any vaccination and health insurance is not a requirement at public clinics. Anyone who is insured should bring an insurance card.

For more information and a full list of community vaccination clinics, visit health.ri.gov/find/vaccinations.

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As senior deputy majority leader, Representative Edwards serves as an official member of the House leadership team. His duties include overseeing the 10 additional deputy majority leaders, who will work closely with House Majority Leader Nicholas A. Mattiello.Edwards is serving his third term in the House of Representatives.

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Newport Fire Incident Run Report During the period from Monday, Jan. 7 through Sunday, Jan. 13 the Newport Fire Department responded to a total of 114 calls. Of those, 67 were emergency medical calls, resulting in 55 patients being transported to the hospital. Additionally, 4 patients refused aid once EMS had arrived and 2 patients were treated on-scene.

Fire apparatus was used for 114 responses: • Station 1 - Headquarters/Rescue 1 responded to 46 calls • Station 1 - Engine #1 and #3 responded to 41 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Rescue 2 responded to 21 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Engine responded to 13 calls • Station 5 - Touro Street/Engine 5 responded to 30 calls Specific situations fire apparatus was used for include: 2 - Cooking fires, confined to container 2 - Electrical wiring / arcing or equipment problems 9 - Assist public calls 1 - Motor vehicle accident 3 - Assist police / other agency 5 - Fire alarm sounding - no fire 9 - Fire alarm malfunction - no fire 54 - Engine assist on EMS call In the category of fire prevention, the department performed 4 smoke alarm inspections for house sale, 17 life safety inspections, and provided 6 fire system plan reviews.

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Newport Police Log During the period from Monday, Jan 7 to Monday, Jan. 14, the Newport Police Department responded to 479 calls. Of those, 109 were motor vehicle related; there were 94 motor vehicle violations issued and 15 accident reports.

The police also responded to 6 incidents of vandalism, 8 noise complaints, 9 animal complaints, 23 home/business alarm calls and conducted 22 school security checks.

They transported 6 prisoners, responded to 1 suicide call, provided escort for 1 funeral, recorded 8 instances of assisting other police departments and 6 other agencies.

In addition, 20 arrests were made for the following violations: n 7 arrests were made for outstanding bench or district court warrants. n 2 arrests were made for driving without a license or an expired one. n 2 arrests were made for disorderly conduct. n 2 arrests were made for possession of marijuana. n 2 arrests were made for simple assault. n 1 arrest was made for domestic simple assault. n 1 arrest was made for violating a no contact order. n 1 arrest was made for driving with a suspended or revoked license. n 1 arrest was made for DUI. n 1 arrest was made for a noise violation.

Police Promotions The Newport Police Department recently celebrated two promotional ceremonies for Investigator Ryan Duffy to Sergeant and Lieutenant Russell Carlone to Captain.

Duffy was promoted on Dec. 10. He was valedictorian and ranked first in his class of 32 from the Rhode Island Municipal Police Academy in 2000 and was sworn in as a Newport Police Officer on Dec. 4, 2000.

On Tuesday, Jan. 15, Carlone was promoted to the position of Captain. He graduated from the Rhode Island Municipal Police Academy on Dec. 20, 1984 and was sworn in as a Newport Police Officer on Dec. 23, 1984. He was previously promoted to Police Sergeant in 1992 and to Police Lieutenant in 2004.

Computer Workshops Internships Available Arts Around the Fire The Newport Restoration FounThe Newport Arts & Cultural Allioffered Newport Public Library is offering basic computer skills workshops in January and February. The regular series will be held on Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m., starting Jan. 18 and running until Feb. 22. These workshops cover basic skills in a Windows-based environment, using the mouse, MSWord and Excel, Internet and Google Tools. In addition, on Monday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m., staff will offer the popular “Downloading Library E-Books” workshop.

Participants may bring their devices and reference staff will help get them learn how to borrow e-books from the library’s two services, 3M Cloud and Overdrive.

These programs are free, and require pre-registration. New attendees have priority. Repeat attendees will go on the waiting list. Contact the Newport Public Library Reference Desk at 847-8720 ext. 208.

Lyme Support Group An open meeting will be held Thursday, Jan. 17 at 6 p.m. , and on the third Thursdays of following months, for anyone who wishes to discuss Lyme disease. The support group will meet at Harbor House, 111 Washington St., between Van Zandt and Battery. For more information, contact lymenewport@ gmail.com.

dation is accepting applications for summer 2013 graduate level internships. The collections department is seeking applicants for The Emily A. Laird Internship in Museum Collections, which is open to current graduate students, or those completing their program of graduate study before the beginning of summer. There is also an opportunity for an intern focusing on historic preservation and museum education.

Interested students can find more information regarding requirements and the application process at www.NewportRestoration.org.

Teen Open Studio Teens, age13-18, are invited to the Newport Public Library program room for an “Open Studio” on Wednesday, Jan. 23 from 5-6 p.m. for an hour of Wii fun. Snacks provided. Free event, open to the public. Contact Becky at 847-8720 ext.

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EDITORIAL Stuck in the Mud

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he General Assembly this week has made it clear: 2013 will be the year that Rhode Island finally gets its economic house in order.

You'll forgive our skepticism.

If history is any indicator (and it usually is), the chances are slim that the state will do what it takes to make Rhode Island into the model of city-state efficiencies and business friendliness that we know it can be.

Since the Great Recession began, we have continued to balk at regionalization; clung defiantly to our entitlements; and have largely ignored the excesses of government at the expense of small businesses, all while presiding over the greatest exodus of population in the state's modern history. As for our elected officials? Many are out of their depths, choosing to send entire municipalities into bankruptcy rather than address our problems head-on.

Rhode Island's history isn't on our side. But that's not to say that all is lost. Fortunately, there are plenty of examples of state-directed economic turnarounds to be found elsewhere in New England.

In New Hampshire, where manufacturing was once a lifeblood, the state is today a seen as a haven for entrepreneurs and consistently ranks among the most business-friendly states in the union.

A 2011 report conducted by Dartmouth College's Nelson A. Rockefeller Center contained an explanation for the state's resilience.

In it, the authors found that although the state has high property taxes, "New Hampshire’s relative advantage is that its other taxes are so low, or nonexistent."

In fact, while Rhode Island is considering increasing taxes, New Hampshire has no general sales tax and no personal state income tax, and has enacted targeted incentives to lure specific kinds of industry to the state.

And that, according to the report's authors, leads to high employment and one of the nation's highest median income levels.

Recently, the state's Republican caucus made news by proposing that Rhode Island follow New Hampshire's lead and eliminate the state's sales tax.

But New Hampshire's success is more nuanced than the absence of a single consumption tax. While attractive to consumers, eliminating the sales tax likely would do little to attract new business or encourage existing businesses to expand.

Businesses tend to take a more holistic approach, considering factors that will determine the “cost of occupancy." Currently, Rhode Island's "cost of occupancy" is simply too high.

Earlier this week, Senate President Teresa Paiva-Weed unveiled what she said was a roadmap to spur economic development and improve the state's reputation in the eyes of Corporate America.

Entitled "Moving the Needle," the report, which was written in concert with the business-backed Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council, offers a number of potential strategies for helping pull the state's economy out of the primordial ooze that we find ourselves in.

Among the suggestions: increasing funding for universal full-day kindergarten, reducing the corporate tax rate, and bringing back the state's historic tax credit.

The most significant suggestion is to commit the state to developing and maintaining a strategic economic plan.

Massachusetts, which not too long ago was referred to in the pejorative as "Taxachusetts," has had a strategic planning document for several years. Today, the state is leaps and bounds ahead of Rhode Island in developing and retaining businesses, and is also among the top destinations for Rhode Island families that have decided to abandon ship.

There are no rubber stamp solutions to our current problems.

As a state, we face a unique blend of challenges related to our demographic composition and cultural make-up. But we also possess strengths that should serve us well as we move toward developing a 21st Century economy.

Let's hope that our political leaders are wise enough, and brave enough, to be honest enough to make the changes that they know need to be made.

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Thames Street Pilot Project Scrapped

By Tom Shevlin Plans are changing with the city's Lower Thames Street pilot project.

According to an administration memo set to be received at the City Council's Jan. 23 meeting, the city is planning on scrapping the demonstration project in favor of a more comprehensive reconstruction effort recently endorsed by state transportation planners.

Originally billed as a means of showcasing what an improved Lower Thames Street could look like, the project was intended to carry out various streetscape improvements from Memorial Boulevard to Ann Street. A total of $450,000 was given to the city by the state Department of Transportation two years ago for the project.

However, with the entire Lower Thames Street corridor now on the state's Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP), the city administration has received permission to reallocate those funds to more immediate needs surrounding the Broadway Streetscape Improvement Project.

City Manager Jane Howington explained the situation to councilors in a Jan. 14 memo.

"As we move through the planning, design, permitting and construction of our multitude of projects, there are opportunities for modifications that will enhance our City and it's important to take. advantage of these situations by being flexible," she wrote.

"A current example of this is how we handle the lower Thames design with the demonstration project funding and the needs of the Broadway project. The City secured $450,000 of enhancement funding for a demonstration pilot project for a specific section of Lower Thames Street. Subsequent to this award, the entire Lower Thames Street reconstruction secured a place on the State TIP. Additionally, staff was informed RIDOT had a 50/50 program for the undergrounding of utility wires which would be a huge improvement to the Lower Thames area, but if the pilot project was completed, there wouldn't be enough money to bury that section of wires: we would have to tear up what we just constructed once we did the entire road reconstruction project."

Instead, Howington suggested

that the council approve a request to abandon the pilot project and apply the funds to complete Broadway with decorative lighting and other enhancements.

Currently slated for a 2013 groundbreaking, the Broadway project is perhaps the city's most eagerly anticipated public works project in years, promising improved pedestrian safety, a calmer traffic pattern, and various beautification enhancements.

But, as Howington conceded, the city appears to be facing a shortfall that threatens the project's decorative lighting plans.

"Transferring the enhancement dollars from the Lower Thames pilot project to the Broadway project would provide us with the ability to complete Broadway (including the lighting)," she said. "We could then work towards incorporation of burying the wires on the Lower Thames project and would not have to destroy the pilot project which would have just been completed."

City Council members are expected to consider that, as well as a variety of other new business when they next meet on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at City Hall.

Pasta Beach May Move to Bellevue

By Tom Shevlin One of the city's more popular Italian restaurants could be on the move.

On Tuesday, the owners of Pasta Beach took the first step toward moving their operation from Memorial Boulevard to Bellevue Avenue.

Appearing before the Historic District Commission, representatives from Ropolo Family, LLC, detailed their plans for 136-138 Bellevue Ave. The building, which was most recently home to the Art and Happiness Gallery, and before that, Fisher Gallery, is considered among the oldest commercial buildings on Bellevue.

According to plans on file at City Hall, the Ropolos are hoping to combine the two lower level units and add a 525 -square-foot rear addition.

Built around 1800, 136-138 Bellevue has been through a number of additions and renovations, making it difficult for the HDC to know the original elements most important to its preservation.

However, the building has retained a number of Greek Revival elements that would be restored under the plan.

Among the biggest changes to the property would be the relocation of a recessed entry door further out to the sidewalk, and the installation of a large plate glass window on the building's north side. Other windows along that same facade would also be reconfigured.

Overall, commission members appeared receptive to the plans, however HDC Chairman John Shehan noted that one "major concern" pertained to the existing windows on the building's north side.

Co-owner Susan Ropolo testified that she and her husband "love the building, and want to take care of it."

She also said that she would like the space to be bright and airy, similar to the restaurant's current feel.

Shehan suggested that the application, which faced no objections, be continued to the design review subcommittee level, where it could also receive full approvals.

"We're all for adaptive reuse, but we want to be sensitive to the original building," Shehan said.

In other business, applications were approved for 31-33 John St. for second-and third- floor window replacements, and at Channing Memorial Church, where a request to place new A/C units on the roof of 135 Pelham St. was approved.

A full list of January's HDC approvals can be found online atwww.Newport-Now.com.

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MVY Hopes to Stay Alive Online

By Tom Shevlin There's a song by the singer-poet Van Morrison, off his landmark Astral Weeks album, entitled "Madame George."

Those of a certain age or musical inclination should be familiar with it. It was recorded live, spans the better part of 10 minutes, and is considered to be among the mystic's most influential and ethereal songs.

It's a song that the listeners of independent radio station, WMVY likely know well.

In Southern New England's media landscape there is nothing quite like MVY, which for the past 31 years has been giving voice to a community that extends far beyond the shores of its home on Martha's Vineyard.

Broadcast over the air on 92.7 FM and online at WMVY.com, the station has been adopted locally by scores of Newport fans via its 96.5 FM frequency.

Inasmuch as it has maintained its appeal as an independent local station, MVY has also become one of the premier stations of its kind anywhere in the world.

So it was a shock to listeners when the station announced in November that WBUR, a Boston NPR affiliate, had purchased its signal in a bid to extend that station's reach to Cape Cod and the Islands.

If all goes as expected, WMVY could be off the air by the end of the month. But that's not to say that the station will cease operations.

When the sale was announced, the station began an on-air fundraising drive aimed at ensuring that

MVY lives on as an Internet-based station.

"BUR in Boston is buying the signal, but that's all they're buying," says Program Director and D.J. P.J. Finn. "We're going to continue to try to carry on, especially on the Web." The strategy might just work.

Blue lobsters are rare (which is why the station adopted the creature as its logo). But stations like MVY are rarer.

Long considered a pioneer in Internet radio, MVY's online stream has consistently ranked among the Internet's most popular stations since it launched in 1998.

Today, the online stream operates under the banner of the non-profit Friends of MVY, and boasts more than 30,000 listeners.

Through regular fund drives and special events, Friends of MVY has allowed the station to offer original programming dedicated to bands like the Grateful Dead and Beatles, as well as live streaming from the Newport Folk Festival, Fall River's Narrows Center for the Arts, and Charlestown's Rhythm and Roots Festival.

The challenge facing Finn and his colleagues is convincing more of their audience to put their money where their hearts are.

Hoping to raise $600,000 by Jan. 31 to cover its first year's operating expenses, Finn says that he's cautiously optimistic about the station's prospects going forward.

Providing that the fund-raising goal is met, it's likely that Newporters will continue to be able to listen to the station over the air on its 96.5 FM signal, he said.

That will likely come as a relief to

Alex & Ani Café to Open on Thames The Cranston-based jewelry designer Alex and Ani is set to open a new location of their Teas and Javas coffee chain in downtown Newport.

City Council members approved at their Wednesday, Jan. 9 meeting an application for a new victualing license for the company, which identified its future address as 282 Thames St., currently home to People's Cafe.

Started by Alex and Ani founder Carolyn Rafaelian, Teas and Javas describes itself as an upscale cafe dedicated to serving "love in a cup."

Currently, the chain has two locations – one in Providence's Wayland Square, and another at Cranston's Chapel Terrace.

It wasn't immediately clear when the cafe would change over to the Teas and Java concept.

In other business, councilors approved a proposed leased with CHT LLC, to manage the Armory Antiques Center on Lower Thames Street, and received without comment a pair of communications asking the city to consider allowing residents to park in front of their driveways, and another requesting the city temporarily address the condition of Bellevue Avenue with asphalt patches.

The meeting was the first regular session of the new council, and moved along quickly. Marco T. Camacho, the city's new First Ward Councilor, took his seat on the far left of the dais – the same spot as his predecessor, Charles Y. Duncan; while At-Large Councilor Michael T. Farley sat on the right of Chair Harry Winthrop, between Councilwomen Kathryn E. Leonard and Naomi L. Neville.

local fans who have adopted the station as their own.

According to Finn, should the station reach the goal, they would transition to full non-profit status, relying on underwriting from local and national businesses as well as grants and fund-raisers to meet future operating expenses.

"We don't want to be in pledge mode 100 percent of the time," said Finn, noting that there has been a groundswell of support for the station since the sale was announced.

"We've had over 2,700 people pledge to save the station," he said.

Most of those pledges have averaged around $140, however Finn said that all amounts are welcome.

Asked what would happen if the effort comes up short, Finn replied, "I don't want to think about it."

But the question remains: How could a station with such a vast and sophisticated audience fail to make ends meet?

According to Finn, the answer is simple.

"We live in a seasonal community, so with the commercial model, the radio station's success was based on the success of local businesses."

When the recession hit the marketing budgets of local small businesses, MVY felt the pain in its own bottom line. Even before the recession, the station has never achieved profitability, despite its popularity.

Finn couldn't provide an official end date for the station, however said that he expects an announcement to be made soon.

In the meantime, donations are still being accepted online at www.

FriendsofMVYRadio.org.

Assembly Highlights Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. For more information on any of these items visit www.rilin.state.ri.us/News/. n Bill to repeal reporting requirement on alcohol sales Sen. Leonidas P. Raptakis (D-Dist.

33, Coventry, East Greenwich, West Greenwich) has introduced legislation calling for repeal of a new regulation that requires restaurants, bars and alcohol retailers to provide a report to the Division of Taxation detailing total sales of alcoholic beverages in the past year. The requirement was included in the current state budget that was approved in June. n ‘Back to Work R.I.’ program proposed Rep. Joseph M. McNamara (D-Dist.

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Naval Station Newport will hold a scheduled emergency exercise next Thursday, Jan. 24 from 9 a.m. until early afternoon. The training will include the use of the “Giant Voice” loud speaker/public announcement system and there will be more emergency vehicle traffic in conjunction with the exercise. Please note that there may be temporary interruptions at the Gates during the morning hours but they will not be prolonged.

This is regularly scheduled training. For more information call Naval Station Public Affairs at 401841-3538.

The ID Card Section will serve Officer Development School students on Jan. 22 and 24 from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and Jan. 25 from 3 to 4 p.m. Wait times for walk-in service will be longer than usual. On Jan. 25, all walk-ins must be processed by 3 p.m.

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Navy Newport in MLK Day Torch Run Naval Station Newport personnel will participate in the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Torch Run on Monday, Jan. 21, beginning at 9 a.m. at Patriots Park in Portsmouth. Students and staff from the Naval Academy Preparatory School and the Marine Corps Detachment Newport will take turns carrying a flaming torch to Thompson Middle School. Navy Band Northeast will perform at the post-race assembly at the school.

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NOSC Events The Newport Officers’ Spouses Club will host an evening of “Slippers and Soup” on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at the Green Lane Community Center. Members are invited to break out their crock pots and snazziest slippers in what promises to be keen competition for bragging rights in both categories. Register and sign up to bring soup, bread or desserts at www.

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NOSC Bowling Night will be held on Monday, Jan. 28 at Seaview Lanes on the Naval Station from 6 to 8 p.m. The event is open to members and guests and will feature food, prizes and fun.

Cost is $10 for members and $15 for guests. Register at www.NewportOSC.org.

New Officers Officer Candidate School will commission 39 new ensigns on Friday, Jan. 25 in a 9 a.m. ceremony in Kay Hall. Rear Adm. Barbara McGann (Ret.) will address the graduates and Navy Band Northeast will perform. For more information, call 401-841-1171.

MWR Jobs for Teens Naval Station Morale, Welfare & Recreation (MWR) will hold a teen hiring event on Wednesday, Jan. 30. Interviews will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Teen Center (bldg.

1297). Summer seasonal employment opportunities are open to teens 14 through 17 years of age who are dependents of active duty military, DoD civilians and contractors. Employment will last 12 weeks.

Download an application at www.discovermwr.com/nafhr/ ns-newport.html or pick up a copy at the MWR Human Resource Office (bldg. 656). For more information, contact Gina Petrone at 401-841-2883.

O’Club Comedy Line-up The Winter Comedy Series kicks off Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. in the Topside Lounge at the Officers’ Club and continues every other Wednesday evening.

Veteran comedian Joe Yannetty will open the series. Other comics performing: Joe DeVito, Feb. 13; Jim Lauletta, Feb. 27; Paul D’Angelo, Mar. 13; and Rodney Laney, Mar. 27.

All shows are free and open to those with base access. Please note that the comedy is geared towards adults and not suitable for children. For more information, call 401-841-1442.

Blood Drive The Rhode Island Blood Center will visit Surface Warfare Officer School on Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All eligible donors are welcome to roll up their sleeves to help a neighbor, friend or shipmate. Call Sarah Perez at 401-621-0155 for more information.

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No Mega Events in 2013

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By Meg O’Neil This year’s calendar of Newport County events contains none of the “blockbuster” happenings of last year, according to Discover Newport tourism board president Evan Smith.

During the board’s monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 15, Smith said the city was coming off a monumental year during which several large-scale events including the America’s Cup World Series and Tall Ships were marquee events for the city. But it will not be so in 2013, he said: “There is no kind of one-off blockbuster event this year,” Smith told the board.

He said that the International Tennis Hall of Fame will hold a press conference on Thursday, Jan. 17 to announce new sponsors for their annual summer tournament.

(Campbell’s Soup has dropped its sponsorship of the event.)

Smith also said that several smaller-scale events may be added to the 2013 calendar, including the possibility of a professional bike race. Another possible new addition is what Smith described as a “significant swimming event” similar to the annual Swim The Bay fundraiser sponsored by the Save The Bay environmental group.

Looking further into the future, Sail Newport has, for the third time, bid to have Newport host the Volvo Ocean Race. Its previous two bids lost to Boston and Miami.

Smith said, “It’s either three strikes and you’re out, or third time’s the charm.” However, even if Newport wins the bid, it will not serve as host city until May 2015. Newport is a finalist with Baltimore, Maryland.

Absent a major event this year, Smith said, “We’re going with our standard roster, and we’re going to make the most of it.”

Smith called last year one of the strongest years on record for tourism in Newport and Bristol counties: “There were a lot of highlights and some challenges, but as an industry, we continue to make progress and to jump over hurdles. Each of the nine townships (that are under the umbrella of Discover Newport) has made great strides. I think all of us should feel good about the direction that has been taken. We’re all working to make our destination stronger and more vibrant. On we go.”

Jim Farrar of Farrar & Associates oversees ongoing work at the Pell School construction sight. (Photo by Meg O'Neil)

Working Through the Winter

By Meg O’Neil Even now, in the doldrums of winter, construction sites at various locations in and around Newport are busy places. Work is underway at Salve Regina University to double the size of the school’s cafeteria and student lounge, and at Queen Anne Square, dirt is piled high as the Doris Duke Monument “Meeting Room” project plows ahead toward a spring opening date.

Construction crews are also working on the new Pell Elementary School, which will house all of Newport’s elementary students, and on the BankNewport corporate headquarters in the city’s north end.

On all four sites, the construction management company is Farrar & Associates of Newport.

Owner and president James Farrar is used to working through the winter months in order to get projects completed on schedule. Of course, a major factor is the weather, but Farrar says that so far, this winter has cooperated.

“It’s been good so far, and everything is on time,” he said. “I think the bigger headaches we have are more on rainy days. As far as temperature goes, even if it dips, we have quite a bit of work that can still go on. All the projects have pretty tight timeframes, but we’re on track.”

Some outdoor projects, such as at Queen Anne Square, may encounter rain delays, but others, such as the Pell School and the BankNewport headquarters, can proceed even in wet or extremely cold weather, said Farrar.

“We have a lot of interior work that we can continue at Pell School and BankNewport,” he said. “We’re never at a complete stop.”

At the Pell School, though, crews are currently waiting for windows to arrive. The delivery has been held up since October because the New Jersey-based window manufacturer experienced flooding during Hurricane Sandy. Farrar said he expects the windows to arrive by the end of this month.

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Celebrate the 3rd season of Downton Abbey with Classic Afternoon Tea every Saturday and Sunday from 2-4PM during the month of January.

Enjoy freshly made scones, lemon curd, tea sandwiches and handmade truffles plus a complimentary glass of Kir Royale.

Eight Bells Lecture The Eight Bells Lecture Series presents Christine Haverington on “Images of America: Middletown,” Naval War College Museum, 12 p.m., free and open to the public but advance reservations required, limited seating, 401-841-2101.

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Read/Eat/Chat All are invited to discuss “Brunelleschi’s Dome: How a Renaissance Genius Reinvented Architecture,” by Ross King, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., noon, members free, non-members $5, bring lunch, 401-848-8200, www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

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Seniors and Winter Health URI’s College of Pharmacy Outreach Program will present a workshop on avoiding winter ailments, Edward King House, 35 King St., 1 p.m., 401-846-7426.

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“If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare” Informal group meets weekly to give interpretive readings of Shakespeare’s works, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 5 p.m., 401-847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

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

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Irish Immigration Lecture Museum of Newport Irish History presents Kurt C. Schlichting, on “Exploring the Historical Record of Irish Immigration: To America and Newport,” at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, 6 p.m., $2 for Museum of Newport Irish History members, $15 non-members, reserve at 401-841-5493 or tpm1@ earthlink.net.

The Friends International Film Series “Made in Dagenham,” from the UK, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 6:30 p.m., free.

Murder at the Museum The Marley Bridges Theatre Company debuts its new interactive murder mystery “Diamond in the Rough,” at the Newport Art Museum on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 5:30 p.m. George Griswold, sole heir to the Griswold fortune, is about to be cut off from his inheritance unless he can solve a wickedly difficult scavenger hunt to claim the family money.

Guests search the museum for clues, question suspects and try to figure out “whodunit.” $25 adults ($15 members), $13 youth ($8 members), 76 Bellevue Ave., 401-848-8200, www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

Thursday Book Discussion The Thursday Evening Book Group meets to discuss “Unbroken: a World War II story of survival, resilience and redemption,” by Laura Hillenbrand, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 7 p.m., 401847-8720.

“Amistad” International Tennis Hall of Fame presents “Amistad,” historical drama shot in and around Newport, Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody St., 7:30 p.m., members free, nonmembers $12, reservations at www.tennisfame.com/node/1456.

Short Films of Art & Design Jamestown Arts Center and Rhode Island International Film Festival present highlights of the 2012 festival, 18 Valley Rd., 7 p.m., $10.

Improv Comedy Interactive comedy with the Bit Players, Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 8 p.m., 401-8493473, www.FirehouseTheater.org.

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Computer Workshop Introduction to computers and the mouse, Newport Public Library, 10:30 a.m., registration required, 847-8720 ext. 208.

Open Studio Space available for individual art projects, own supplies required, Edward King House, 35 King St., 1-3 p.m.

Movies at King House Free screening of recent releases, 1 p.m., Edward King House, 35 King St., 1p.m.

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Winter Lecture Series Suzanne Paquette speaks on “From Fine Art, High Drama: The Making of Cirque du Soleil,” Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 2 p.m., members $10, non-members $15, students $6, 401-848-8200, www.

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Teen Movie Time Free screening of “Hugo,” Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 2 p.m., grades 6-12.

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By Jack Kelly Winter can present close encounters with nature that would be missed during the other seasons of the year. The lack of foliage on trees and shrubs at this time of year permits observation of creatures that are usually elusive.

Among the best areas for such sightings are the waters and shoreline of the north end of Green End Pond and the adjacent wetlands across Green End Avenue. Bailey Brook, which is a major source of local drinking water, has its terminus in the wetlands and the pond.

This region offers viewing opportunities not available elsewhere on Aquidneck Island.

A recent trip to this area resulted in some amazing discoveries. The pond had a thin layer of ice, and a number of waterfowl and

American Coot. seabird species were feeding in the open waters near the culvert pipe from the wetlands. These included several duck species such as Ruddy Ducks, with their blue bills and stiff tails, Common Mergansers, Redbreasted Mergansers, Hooded Mergansers, Canada Geese and Cormorants, as well as several gulls.

Across the road in the wetlands, an American Coot was foraging for aquatic vegetation and small invertebrates near the channel to the spillway. Coots, which nest and breed in the central and western United States and Canada, winter in Newport County and other parts

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Even in more urban environments, one can spot a surprising number of bird species simply by remembering to look up. Recently, a Cooper’s hawk pursued a Rock Pigeon in the sky above Washington Square. The hawk had been hoping to enjoy a lunch of “urban Squab” before it suddenly broke off its attack and flew into a tree near the Citizens Bank building. The pigeon dove for the sidewalk and hunkered down near the same building. Searching the sky for the reason behind this strange behavior, I recognized the crossbow silhouette of a Peregrine falcon circling high over the Square. This swift,

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(Photos by Jack Kelly) of Rhode Island. The average Coot is 15 inches long with a wingspan of about 2 feet. It has vivid red eyes, a whitish bill that has a rusty band at the tip, slate-gray body, and dark head. It has yellowish-green legs with large, lobed toes that are suitable for both swimming and walking pondside in search of vegetation and insects. This unique bird is just one of the freshwater species that can be found in this habitat. Other avian wonders that were present nearby included a Great Blue Heron, Carolina Wrens, Cardinals, Song Sparrows, White-throated Sparrows and a Red-tailed Hawk perched on a nearby tree.

Neighbors of the pond report that they have sighted deer, coyotes, mink, muskrats and other mammals. Birds of prey including Red-tailed Hawks, Cooper’s Hawks, Sharp-shinned Hawks and Harrier Hawks have been sighted over the pond, wetlands and in the valley to the north of Green End Avenue. Nocturnal raptors such as Barn Owls, Great Horned Owls and juvenile Barred Owls have been reported hunting throughout the valley.

Hooded Merganser. powerful raptor would have made either the pigeon or the hawk its lunchtime meal. As I observed the falcon, I realized that every avian creature in the area had landed and was watching the sky. After failing to find any airborne prey, the Peregrine departed, heading north up Broadway, towards the pigeons at City Hall.

Jack Kelly, a native Newporter, is a wildlife photographer and nature enthusiast who enjoys sharing his experiences with others.

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New Murder Mystery Join the Marley Bridges Theatre Co. for “Diamond in the Rough,” a new interactive murder mystery at the Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 5:30 p.m., www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

Common Fence Music MC Jacob Haller hosts the 14th Gathering of Fiddlers & Fishermen, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth, doors open and music begins at 6:30 p.m., bring picnic basket or buy galley chowders, soups and chili, $15 – early ticketing suggested, www.CommonFenceMusic.org.

Sunday January 20

Diversions and Entertainments The Newport Historical Society exhibits historic advertisements and highlights some popular forms of entertainment in 19th Century Newport. The Museum of Newport History at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., donation $4.

Sunday Matinee “The Dark Knight Rises,” PG-13, screens at the Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 2 p.m., free.

Monday January 21

Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Observance See page 16 for schedule of events Rogues & Scoundrels Tour See where scoundrels lived, pirates profited and criminals were punished in “Rogue’s Island,” departs from Museum of Newport History at Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 11 a.m., $12, reservations suggested, 401-841-8770.

Dance and Storytime Island Moving Co. dancers perform while David Ira Rottenberg reads his new picture book, “Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig,” at Barnes & Noble, 1311 West Main Rd., 1 and 2 p.m., 401-846-3313.

Tuesday January 22

Pre-K Storytime Storytime for preschoolers at the Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10:30 a.m., public welcome, free, drop in.

Homework Workshop Parents and children (grades 2-8) are invited to learn about online resources to support homework efforts, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 4 p.m., registration required, 401-846-1573.

Arts Around the Fire Monthly social gathering for artists and arts enthusiasts, upstairs at Salvation Café, 140 Broadway, 6-8 p.m., no registration, just drop in.

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Portsmouth Library Book Group Join the library staff for a discussion of “Little Women,” by Louisa May Alcott, 2658 East Main Rd., 6:30 p.m., 401-683-9457, www.

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

Wednesday January 23

Book Chat Newport Library hosts open book discussions at Harbor House, 111 Washington St., 11 a.m., all welcome, mbarrett@newportlibraryri. org.

Stories and Crafts Story and craft time for K-Grade 4 at the Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 3:30 p.m., public welcome, free, drop in.

Crafty Kids Arts and crafts for children in grades 1–3, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 4 p.m., pre-registration required, call 401-683-9457.

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The movie has it all: fine acting, amazing sets and costumes, wit, romance, bravery, sacrifice, and a pure admiration for the capacity of the human spirit to experience joy even when those sacrifices seem to have been in vain. The filmmakers assert that joy stems even from the heartbreaking sorrows of loss, pain, and death.

In Spielberg’s movie, the character of Lincoln – although brilliantly played by Daniel Day-Lewis – is cold and devoid of emotion. Mary Todd Lincoln, as played by Sally Field, is portrayed as a bundle of overwrought anxiety. By contrast, the characters in “Les Miserables” feel like fully developed individuals.

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The Jane Pickens Theater’s “Friday After Dark” film series will show “Classics, Concerts and Cults” on upcoming Friday evenings. Movies begin at 9:15 p.m.

“Charlie Is My Darling” (1965) will screen on Jan. 25.

The first documentary covering the Rolling Stones has been released in an extended and restored version. Follow the band as they travel to and perform two concerts in Ireland in 1965, just as “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction,” was becoming a hit. Intermixed with footage are interviews with the band as they talk about fans, fame and their future.

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Even minor roles in this film feel major, such as Bob Hoskins as a priest and Helena Bonham Carter as a comedic prostitute.

Anyone who enjoys epic novels and poignant musicals will enjoy this film, which is the best in theaters right now.

“Les Miserables” is rated PG-13 for the portrayal of prostitutes and some bloody battle scenes.

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Having recently seen “Les Miserables,” the new film based on Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel that inspired the long-running Broadway play, I am wondering why it took me so long to get to know this remarkable story. I do not recall when last I saw a film so moving for its celebration of the triumph of the human spirit against astounding odds. This is the year’s—maybe this decade’s— best film.

“Les Miserables” chronicles a vast spread of time—from 1815 to 1832—prior to the first rumblings of the French Revolution. The film makes clear how repressive France was at that time.

Director Tom Hooper (“The King’s Speech”) handles the scope of the 2½-hour narrative so smoothly that the movie seems to fly by.

The storyline stays true to Hugo, who wrote in his preface to the novel, “So long as there shall exist, by reason of law and custom, a social condemnation, which, in the face of civilization, artificially creates hells on earth, and complicates a destiny that is divine with human frailty… social asphyxia shall be possible.” The preface goes on to address the narrative’s two major themes: the ignorance and misery of the poor, and the women and children caught in its clutches.

This film brings these to life with vivid clarity and an emotional well so deep that I cried for the last half hour of the film and for another ten minutes after it ended.

“Les Miserables” has garnered eight Oscar nominations, a number topped only by a total of 12 for Steven Spielberg’s movie, “Lincoln.”

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Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker and author Sprague Theobald will talk about “Attempting the Northwest Passage: The Last Great Maritime Adventure” on Saturday, Jan. 26 at the Newport Art Museum beginning at 2 p.m. as part of the museum’s Winter Speaker Series, which runs Saturdays through February. 23.

In 2009, Theobald and his family set sail from Newport for the infamous Northwest Passage, the sea route connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific. From Rhode Island through the Arctic and down to Seattle, it would be a five month, 8,500-mile trek filled with deadly danger from ice and severe weather – a voyage that a staggering number of people have died trying to complete.

Theobald published a book about his adventure, “The Other Side of the Ice: One Family’s Treacherous Journey Negotiating the Northwest Passage.” His documentary film by the same name will debut in New York City in March.

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Clarke Cooke House–DJ Jackie Henderson Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge–DJ Robert Black, 8 p.m.

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Sunday, January20 Fastnet Pub – Traditional Irish Music, 5-9 p.m.

Friday, January 18

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

Clarke Cooke House–DJ Jackie Henderson

Narragansett Cafe –The Travis Colby Band, 4-7 p.m.

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

O’Brien’s Pub – Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

Narragansett Cafe – The Mistics, 9:30 Newport Blues Cafe–Felix Brown, 9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East–Honky Tonk Knights, 7:30 p.m.- midnight

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Triad, 9 p.m.

Sandywoods Center for the Arts– Hurdy-Gurdy-Palooza with Steve Jobe, Alec Redfearn & Chris Turner, 7 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub – Punch Drunk, 10 p.m.

The Fifth Element–Chuck & Natasha

One Pelham East–Take 3

Monday, January 21

Rhumbline –Bobby Ferreira Sandywoods Center for the Arts–Michael Troy & Chuck Williams, 7 p.m.

The Chanler–Dick Lupino, Dennis Cook, Mike Renzi, 6-10 p.m.

The Fifth Element–Honky Tonk Knights

Saturday, January 19 Clarke Cooke House–Honky Tonk Knights, 10 p.m.

Hyatt Five 33 Lounge–Dave Manuel, 4-6 p.m.

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

Narragansett Cafe – Fat City Band, 9:30 -1 Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Java Jive, 9 p.m.

Narragansett Cafe – New Years Eve featuring: 5 Flavor Discout, 9:30 Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge–Stu Krous, 9 p.m.

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Tuesday, January 22 Fastnet–”Blue Monday” Narragansett Cafe – Sarah & the Tall Boys, 12:30-6 p.m.

One Pelham East – Stu from Never in Vegas

Wednesday, January 23 Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Grand Karaoke, 8 p.m.

Norey’s – Milton

O’Briens Pub – DJ C Gray

One Pelham East –Chris Gauthier

One Pelham East–The Criminals

Sardella’s – Dick Lupino, Carl Hosbond, Steve Heck, 7-9:30 p.m.

Rhumbline –Ron Sanfilippo, 6:30-10 p.m.

Sandywoods Center for the Arts–Hiroya Tsukamoto & Putnam Murdock, 7 p.m.

Spotlight on Music Kick it Up at O’Brien’s Pub Punch Drunk is Newport’s premier acoustic duo of two RI guys who offer a little bit of everything. From 70s classics all the way to current hits, they know how to please the crowd. You can see Tim Lebeau and Scott Barrett rock the house at O’brien’s Pub this Friday at 10 p.m. Obrien’s is located at 501 Thames St.

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

Thursday January 24

Steak Dinner A free steak dinner will be served to anyone who donates blood from 3 – 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 7 Valley Rd., Middletown.

“If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare” Informal group meets weekly to give interpretive readings of Shakespeare’s works, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 5 p.m., 401-847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

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

Business After Hours Join the Chamber of Commerce’s monthly after hours gathering at Island Wine and Spirits, 289 Bellevue Ave., 5-7 p.m., $5 members, $25 non-members, 401-847-1608 or kathleen@NewportChamber.com.

Social Networking Learn how to create an exciting multimedia platform with Newport Interactive Marketers, LaForge Restaurant, Bellevue Ave., 6-9 p.m., free, email sue@NewportInteractiveMarketers.com for more info.

Dinner and Karaoke Edward King House hosts food and karaoke fun with dinner and entertainment led by Jack Kane, 35 King St., 6 p.m., $15, reserve by Jan. 18 at 401-846-7426, Benefit Dinner Support the Norman Bird Sanctuary at this three-course dinner at Salvation Cafe, 140 Broadway, $45, to reserve contact 401-207-1709 or liselwoods@yahoo.com.

Friday January 25

Introduction to Word 2007 Computer workshop focusing on Word 2007, Newport Public Library, 10:30 a.m., registration required, 847-8720 ext. 208.

Open Studio Space available for individual art projects, own supplies required, Edward King House, 35 King St., 1-3 p.m.

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Saturday January 26

Aquidneck Growers’ Market Locally grown food and other products, music, hot lunch items, St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 324 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 401-848-0099.

Friends Bookstore Sale Friends of the Newport Library Bookstore Winter Sale, 300 Spring St., 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., CDs, DVDs, paperbacks, hard covers and more.

Redwood Book Group Meet to discuss “The Book of Jeremiah,” bring a Bible or check one out at the library, all welcome, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10 a.m., 401-847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

Nature Storytime Norman Bird Sanctuary hosts nature-themed storytime, “What Do You Do With a Tail Like This?” for preschoolers ages 3 and up, 583 Third Beach Rd. Middletown, 10 a.m., members $3, non-members $6, 401-846-2577.

Emerging Artists Reception Portsmouth Arts Guild host opening reception for mixed media exhibition by area high school students, free, 2679 East Main Rd. Portsmouth, 2-6 p.m., www. PortsmouthArts.org.

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Mad Hatter Tea Party Celebrate Lewis Carroll’s birthday at the Middletown Public Library’s Mad Hatter Tea Party, watch Disney’s classic adaptation of “Alice in Wonderland,” 700 West Main Rd., 2 p.m., wear your favorite hat for fun, tea and treats, ages 4+, no registration required.

Winter Lecture Series Emmy Award winning documentary filmmaker and author Sprague Theobald will discuss “Attempting the Northwest Passage: The Last Great Maritime Adventure,” Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 2 p.m., members $10, non-members $15, students $6, reception, 401-848-8200, www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

Author Talk Ana Arelys Cruz Cabrera will show photographs and discuss the history behind her book, “Historical Contrast of Two Cities, Providence and Santo Domingo,” which includes a chapter on Newport and the John Clarke family, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2 p.m.

Murder at the Museum Join the Marley Bridges Theatre Co. for “Diamond in the Rough,” interactive murder mystery at the Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 5:30 p.m., www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

Common Fence Music Enjoy the rock and roll, slide guitar blues and indie folk music of David Jacobs-Strain, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth, doors open at 7 p.m., music begins at 8 p.m., bring picnic basket or buy galley chowders, soups and chili, $20 advance, $23 at door, www.CommonFenceMusic.org.

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FundaFest 15 A Celebration of Black Storytelling by RI Black Storytellers, Martin Luther King Community Center, 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd., 2 p.m., 401-846-4828, donations accepted

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American Band Concert “A Little Celtic and Other Music,” Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody St., 3 p.m., $5, 401-846-2125.

Armchair Travel Program The Friends of the Jamestown Library present Karen and Mike Montoya on their travels in Egypt, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 7 p.m., 401-423-7280.

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The Rogers High School Boys Basketball team raised their record in Division II-East to 3-6 (310 overall) on Tuesday, Jan. 15 by getting past Central Falls High School 58-53 on the Vikings’ home court. With the loss, the struggling Central Falls Warriors drop to 0-9 in Division II-North (0-12 overall). The Vikings were led by senior forward Marc Washington who scored a game-high 26 points. Sophomore Asa Montgomery, starting in place of the Vikings’ regular starting point guard, Quraan Bostic, added 13 points, and senior Corey Jones chipped in with 10. Rogers will next face Cumberland High School on the road at 7:30 p.m. on Friday night Jan. 18, then return home to tip-off against Lincoln High School on Wednesday, Jan. 23, again at 7:30 p.m.

Rogers senior Corey Jones, #23, uses body control to lay in 2 of his 13 points in the game.

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Sophomore Asa Montgomery, #5, shoots a runner from the corner over a Central Falls defender.

The Vikings’ Marc Washington, #15, drives to the hoop against his Warrior defender. The senior led all scorers in the game with 26 points.

Frostbite Results Twenty eight participants showed up for a mild and foggy day on Sunday, Jan. 13 for the Newport Yacht Clubs weekly Frostbite Series. Eight races were run with light winds at 8 knots from the south west. Top finishers were: Adam Cove and Tripp Alyn, tied for first place, with a score of 2.0; Rob Vitello and FJ Ritt also tied for second place with scores of 2.3; Chris Arner received 2.8 points for third place; and Jillian Krause came in fourth place scoring 3.3.

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Martin Luther King Day Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. events for Monday, Jan. 21 include: n 9 a.m. – A Torch Run Ceremony starting at the First Rhode Island Regiment monument in Portsmouth on routes 24 and 114 and ending at Thompson Middle School in Newport. n 9:30 a.m. – The Annual Birthday program begins at Thompson Middle School with guest speaker Jeanne Napolitano, former Mayor of Newport and current city council member. n Noon – The Annual Luncheon is at noon at the Atlantic Beach Club, 53 Purgatory Rd. in Middleton. Dr. Jason B. Pina, Vice President of Student Affairs at Bridgewater State University will be the guest speaker. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for youth and are available by calling Thelma Williams at 401-338-1075; Victoria Johnson 401-846-3967 or Barbara Lisbon 401-624-6208.

FAITH COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD Interdenominational Prayer Service An interdenominational prayer service will be held to honor Dr. Martin Luther King on Friday, Jan. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Shalom, 233 Valley Rd., Middletown. More activities in King’s honor will be held on Monday, Jan. 21. For more information, call 847-5570.

“I have a dream…” n 3 p.m. – An afternoon program will be held at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, 20 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Blvd. in Newport. n 5 p.m. – An evening worship service will be held at. at Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Blvd. to conclude the day of commemoration.

Interweave Potluck Dinner The next Interweave potluck dinner will be held Saturday, Jan. 26 at 5:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall at Channing Memorial Church. Interweave is a support group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender individuals and their friends. Plans for the “Standing on the Side of Love” service on Feb. 3 and the annual “Born This Way” prom will be discussed.

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Complementary Healing Practices Channing Memorial Church will offer a three session series of presentations on various complementary healing practices at the Newport Public Library on Wednesdays, Jan. 30, Feb. 6, and Feb. 16, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. in the Program Room. The series is free and open to the public.

n Jan. 30 - Rachel Balaban, dance educator, and Gay Ben Tré, doctor of acupuncture n Feb. 6 - Virginia Spaulding, psychologist, Anna Smith, Reiki Master n Feb. 3 Kim Fuller, meditation guide, and Nicole Robinson, licensed massage therapist Contact the Channing Church Office (office@channingchurch.org or 401-846-0643) to sign up for one, two, or all three.

Emmanuel Speaker Series The Emmanuel Speaker Series will present “Celebrating the Civil Rights Legacy of Jackie Robinson,” with Bruce W. Gaines, on Thursday, Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. Although Robinson is best known for breaking the “color barrier” in professional sports by taking the field with the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947, he was a powerful civil rights advocate long before and after that history-making date.

Gaines is an educational consultant with over thirty years experience in the classroom; he taught U.S. Government at UCLA and Black History at Pasadena City College.

Early Casual Service Calvary United Methodist Church is offering early morning come-asyou-are worship on Sundays at 8 a.m. The informal half-hour service is held in the chapel. Sports attire is welcome, but no cleats please.

Mid-week Meditation

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The United Congregational Church book group will meet on Monday, Jan. 28 to discuss “Take This Bread: A Radical Conversion,” by Sara Miles. The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in the Manchester Room, 524 Valley Rd., Middletown.

Prayer Shawl Knitters Knitters gather Thursdays at 10 a.m. at United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Rd., Middletown to make prayer shawls. All knitters, regardless of ability or church affiliation, are welcome to participate. For more information, call 849-5444.

Community Meals and Fellowship Area churches and organizations work together to provide nutritious meals in a caring environment for members of the community. Upcoming meals include:

Thursday, Jan. 17

7:30–MLK Center 20 West Broadway 5 p.m.–St. Paul’s Methodist (by Calvary Methodist) 12 Marlborough St.

Friday, Jan. 18

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RECENT DEATHS William B. Amado, 88, of Portsmouth, passed away Jan. 10, 2013, at Grand Islander Health Care Center, Middletown. He was the husband of the late Lucille (Correia) Amado. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. Donations in his memory may be made to St. John the Evangelist, 61 Poplar St., Newport, RI 02840.

Jenny Elizabeth Bucci-Mullan, 71, of Middletown, passed away Jan. 10, 2013 at home surrounded by family after a long illness. She was the wife of the late Charles A. Mullan and formerly the wife of Robert Bucci. Donations in her memory may be made to the Middletown Fire Department, 239 Wyatt Rd., Middletown, RI 02842.

Christopher Colt Anthony, 60, of Middletown, passed away Jan. 6, 2013 at St. Anne’s Hospital, Fall River, MA. Donations in his memory may be made to Looking Upwards PO Box 4289, Middletown, RI 02842.

Peter S. Peterson, 60, of Newport, and Jacksonville, Fla. passed away Jan. 11, 2013 at home in Newport unexpectedly. He was the husband of Debra (Simcox) Peterson. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Donations in his name may be made to the Potter League for Animals, P.O. Box 412, Newport, RI 02840.

Edward James Butler, III, 43, of Newport passed away Jan. 8, 2013 in Providence, RI. Donations in his memory may be made to the Robert Potter League for Animals, PO Box 412, Newport, RI 02840.

Rita Cosgrove Martin, 81, passed away Jan. 11, 2013. She was wife of Walter John Martin.

Donations in her memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund at www. jimmyfund.org.

Evelyn “Pat’ Lila (Mines) Dorkin, 84, passed away Jan. 9, 2013. She was the wife of the late Harold Louis Dorkin. Donations in her memory may be made to Temple Shalom, 223 Valley Rd., Middletown, RI 01842.

Paul J. Hogan, 64, of Newport, passed away Jan. 13, 2013 at the Newport Hospital, unexpectedly.

He was the husband of Leslie M. Hogan. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Jan. 17 from 4 – 7 p.m. at the O’Neill-Hayes Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 18 at St. Mary’s Church, Spring St., Newport. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Clare Home, 309 Spring St., Newport, RI 02840.

Francis L. “Frank” Lefebvre, 65, of Middletown, passed away Jan. 8, 2013 at home. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Burial with military honors were held at the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter, RI. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, c/o St. Jude Tribute Program, PO Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.

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Catherine “Kay” E. (Riegel) Nasser, 85, of Portsmouth, passed away Jan. 13, 2013, at the Silver Creek Nursing Home, Bristol, RI. She was the wife of John E. Nasser, Jr. Her funeral services will be private. Donations in her memory may be made to the Portsmouth Volunteer Fire Dpt. & Rescue Wagon Fund, P.O. Box 806, Portsmouth, RI 02871.

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Harry R. Paquin, Jr., 90, of Middletown, passed away Jan. 13, 2013 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Shirley (Wentworth) Paquin. His funeral was private.

Capt. David W. Tungett, U.S. Navy retired, 56, formerly of Middletown, passed away Dec. 29 in Maryland. He was the father of David Tungett, Jr. and Debbie Tungett Bailey and the former husband of Lynne Tungett. A tribute to his Naval career and celebration of his life will be Monday, Jan. 21 at 2 p.m. at the Seamen’s Church Institute. Donations in his memory may be made to Boy Scouts of America, Narragansett Council, 10 Risho Ave., East Providence, RI 029104.

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Mens & Ladies Flannel Pants

29.99 $ 25lb Nyjer Thistle Seed ............................... 25 $ 25lb Signature Blend................................. 23 $ 15lb Songbird Blend ................................. 12 SAMARA COLLECTION BCF construction $

8

Non-Slip Yoga Mat 24”x68”- Assorted colors

SALE!

Bath Towel ......4

49

Hand Towel ....1

49

25

$

Wash Cloths ¢ & Fingertips ...80

ALL SIZES

Heavyweight Microfleece Sheet Sets

SALE!

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Your Choice

SALE!

Mohawk & Shaw Cut & Bound

20 Twin

Full .................. 20 $ Queen ........... 25 $ King ............... 25

WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!

$

$

ALL SIZES

20

$

Garment Dyed Sweats

Premium Cotton Crewnecks, Scoopnecks, Macks, V-Necks

Comp. $35-$50

10

$

Comp. $15 & more

7

$

300

$

Ladies Famous Label Jeans & Casual Pants

Dept. Store Label Bras

Assorted styles/sizes

Comp. $25 - $28

5

$

Comp. $42-$54

15

$

Twin....................................................................... 12 $ Full/Queen..................................................... 16 $ King........................................................................ 18 $

Surefit Covers

SALE!

SALE! Chair

Fits most chairs 32"-40" Comp. $39-$79

12

$

Fleece Throws 50”x 60” Lambswool Throw

Plastic Storage Bins & Boxes 12 14 28 54 72

Sofa or Love Seat Fits Most Sofas 74"-96" Fits Most Love Seats 58"-73" Comp. $59-$149

20

$

Importers Loss Sheet Sets

Quart Quart Quart Quart Quart

25

$

LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!

$

$

Adjustable Garment Rack

14

$

TIDE®

2X Ultra Laundry Detergent 75 oz

10

$

QUEEN or KING

5 3 3

$

50”x60” Micro Fleece Throw.............. $ 50”x 70” Oversized Fleece Throw..... $ 50”x 60” Fleece Throw.............................

Clear Box.......................... 3 $ Clear Box.......................... 3 $ Underbed.......................... 5 $ Clear Box.......................... 6 $ Clear Box.......................... 8

25 Liter Box............................................... 6 $ 50 Liter Box........................................... 12

Your Choice

Importer improperly packaged 350 Thread Count Sheet Sets in 600 Thread Count packaging!

Compare $70

Super Soft 100% Synthetic.

6

Hoodies

Dept. Store Label Better Tees

SALE!

Carlton House

15

New England Patriots

®

$

$

8

6

$

Luxurious Synthetic Lambswool or Printed Micro-plush Blankets

Heavyweight Microfiber Reversible Comforter

$

49

Twin

1 million points of yarn per sq. meter

7’9”x 11’6.........

2’x6’............... 5.99 3’x5’...............$9.99 4’x6’........... $14.99 5’x8............. $26.99 6’x9’........... $36.99 8’x10’........$69.99 9’x12’........$79.99

Comp. $15

Bath Sheet.......6

12

Your Choice

$

Premium Towels

$

Your Choice

12

$

Residential & Commercial Area Rugs

$

Full.............. 15 $ Queen........ 15 $ King............ 15

Comp. $24

$

HEIRLOOM COLLECTION

Milano

Down Alternative Microfiber Comforters

$

Comp. $24

Your Choice

2'x4’............................ 22 $ 2’2”x 8'..................... 50 $ 3’3”x 5’4”.............. 50 $ 5’5”x 8'3”........... 125 $ 7’9”x 11’6........... 250

Made in Turkey

SALE!

Fleece Sheet Sets

CLOSEOUT PRICES!

2’4”x 4’11”........ 10 $ 2’2”x 7’10”......... 15 $ 3’11”x 5'11”..... 20 $ 5’3”x 7'10”........ 30 $ 7’10”x 10’6”.... 60

$

599

Mens & Ladies Microfleece Pants

Comp. $10 & more

Comp. $24-$40

Suet Cake ...........................................................$1

Professional Kettle Bells

5 lb..........................Comp. $15...................... 8 $ 10 lb......................Comp. $30................... 16 $ 15 lb......................Comp. $40.................. 22 $ 20 lb......................Comp. $50.................. 30 $ 25 lb......................Comp. $70.................. 40 $ 35 lb......................Comp. $90.................. 60 $ 45 lb......................Comp. $100............... 70

2499

Ladies Better Flannel Pants

Dept. Store Label Microfleece or Flannel PJs

20lb Country Blend .................................8.50

15”x28” Boot Tray

50” Telescopic Snow Broom & Ice Scraper

18” Poly Snow Shovel

NEW PRICE!

25

3

$

Comp. $80-$150

Comp. $100-$200

$

$

Poly head prevents damage to shingles Lightweight aluminum handle

Department Store Label Winter Men’s Jackets

5

22”Snowbrush /Ice Scraper

16’ Poly Roof Snow Rake

15

$

Designer & Department Store Label Women’s Better Coats

$

50lb Black Oil Sunflower ..............

50

Ladies Sherpa Lined Fleece Jacket

Peruvian Hats

$

30”x45” Mud Room Mats OR 24”x36” Rubber Door Mats Comp. $25 Your Choice

SAVE $35

5 $ 8

YOUR CHOICE

$ Puncture Proof Tires

6

$

Comp. $12-$30

Hand, Toe, Foot & Body Warmers

Your Choice

Selection Varies By Store

5

Slip-On Ice Treads OR Multi-pack Warmers

Rolling Log Carrier with Cover

$

Comp. $25

$

Wild Bird Seed

OR

3m Thinsulate lined

$

Comp. $259 1500 watts heats 1800 sq. ft.

96” Outdoor Log Rack

Mens & Ladies Leather Gloves

Find in ski shops, resorts & more!

7

®

Holds full face cord of wood

51” Log Rack Covers..... 10 $ 100” Log Rack Covers... 15

4

$

King

Comp. $20

88

Bindings .......

$

SALE!

269

Ice & Snow Melter

20 lb - melts to -15ºF

3M thinsulate lined & waterproof.

Great new colors!

88

Comp. $15-$18 & more

Comp. $400

299

Queen

Mens & Ladies Casual Winter Gloves

$

Tops or bottoms!

•Fully assembled •Built in Casters •1500 Watts 5200 BTU’s •Digital Display •Remote control

-35 F De-Icer Windshield Washer Fluid

Comp. $100

Comp. $500

Famous Maker Mens & Ladies Thermal Underwear

Thermostat with remote, superior furniture quality wood cabinet.

$

Twin

$

99

Jumbo 6-Element Infrared Heater with Drawer

Duraflame® Quartz Infrared Rolling Mantel Fireplace

199

Full

Mens & Ladies Winter Hats

Adult Snow Helmets ............ 24 $ 99 Kid’s Snow Helmets .............. 19

$

Reg. $299

-20 F Windshield Washer Fluid

Comp. $90

selection varies by store

39

$

Oil Filled Radiator 2 heat settings Comp. $50 OR Ceiling Quartz Heater Your Choice

Late shipment creates importer loss!

40 $ 45 $ 50

$

SNOWBOARDS

Aluminum frames • Adjustable Aluminum Trekking Poles • Adjustable Easy On/Off Bindings • Mesh Carry Bag

50,000 BTU convection heat Comp. $119

Duraflame

Heated Blankets

Tech 9

Adult Snow Shoes

$

®

50% SAVINGS

Everything for the cold weather!

55,000 BTU fan-forced Comp. $139

Now Save 50%

JOB LOT

Ladies Rainboots

2 Liters

STORE HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 9am-8pm

Ocean State

1

3/$

Wood Hangers................

Wood Pants Hangers........50 We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards & All Major Credit Cards

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