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THURSDAY, May 2, 2013
Vol. 41, No. 18
Gun Issue is National
What’s Inside
Little League 11-13
By Tom Shevlin
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Much to the delight of hundreds of parents who turned out for the opening day of Little League, last Saturday was an atypical sunny and mild morning. Newport Little League’s softball opening day was held at Braga Park, and Mayor Harry Winthrop threw out the first pitch at Hogan Field for the start of the Fifth Ward Little League’s final season. For more about the city's Little Leagues, see pages 11-13. (Photo by Jack Kelly)
Annual Sheep Shearing Time at Watson Farm By Meg O’Neil As the weather warms and we shed our winter coats, so too do the sheep at Watson Farm in Jamestown. For over a decade, Don and Heather Minto have welcomed the public to the historic 1796 farmhouse to attend an annual rite of spring: Sheep Shearing Day. Families are welcome to explore the 265-acre property, visit with newborn lambs and calves, and learn about the process of shearing the farm’s sheep as local shearers and weavers demonstrate their crafts. This year, the event will be held on Saturday, May 11 from noon – 4 p.m. The history of sheep farming in Jamestown dates to 1654 when Conanicut Island was purchased from the Narragansett Indians by English colonists. For hundreds of years since then, farming families on Jamestown raised sheep for meat and for wool to make clothing and blankets. The Watson family owned and operated the farm on North Road for five generations until 1979, when it was bequeathed to Historic New England, an organization that currently preserves over 35 buildings and landscapes throughout New England. The Mintos moved to Watson Farm in 1980 and have been managing the property ever since. Today, the farm has roughly 40 sheep. Every year, two shearers visit the farm and spend the afternoon re-
moving the sheeps’ winter coats. The shearing process comes as a relief to the sheep, according to Heather Minto, who says each sheep produces a fleece that weighs between 6 and 8 pounds. “As soon you shear, the wool starts growing back right away. By the fall, they have a good winter coat. With the weather getting warmer, my sheep are already seeking the shade,” said Minto. The shearers use electric clippers to remove the fleece, and Minto then cuts away soiled, matted, or contaminated areas of the wool. The wool harvested on Sheep Shearing Day is shipped to a small mill on Canada’s Prince Edward Island, where it is washed and woven into Conanicut Island Blankets, which are available for sale at Watson Farm. Additionally, a portion of the wool goes into Rhody Warm Wool Blankets under a program which was started in 2006. Sheep farmers from around Rhode Island collect and ship their wool to South Carolina for cleaning and processing. It’s then shipped to Massachusetts for the spinning and weaving process and finally returned to Rhode Island for sale. (Visit rhodywarm. com for more information on Rhody Wool blankets.) Depending on the weather, the annual sheep shearing at Watson attracts between 800 to 1000 people, said Minto. Representatives of the Rhode Is-
Newport's City Council has decided not to wade any further into the ongoing debate over a package of gun control measures currently being considered in the state General Assembly on Smith Hill. Despite an impassioned plea by City Councilor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano to endorse a series of nine separate bills aimed at making it harder for gun owners to access weapons and ammunition, a majority of council members voted to reaffirm an earlier commitment they’d made to support public debate on the issue. In a resolution sponsored by Napolitano and supported by Second Ward Councilor Justin S. McLaughlin and Vice Chair Naomi L. Neville, the council was asked to vote on the recommendations of a work group charged with developing a
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Letter Details Rift By Meg O’Neil and Tom Shevlin
ABOVE: The 40 sheep at Watson Farm are a cross of Romney, Border Leisters, and Texel breeds. BELOW: Watson Farm Manager Heather Minto tends to a new lamb. (Photos by Meg O'Neil) land Spinner Guild will also be at the event, spinning the wool into a shawl by day’s end. “It’s a great community event where people are able to participate in hands-on events with their children – teaching them about dyed and natural wool,” Heather Minto says. “There are spinning projects, the Jamestown Teen Center will have a bake sale, the farm is open for hiking, and people can hike all the way down to the beach. We’ll be here rain or shine.” Admission to the farm on May 11 is $10 per car and $5/car for Historic New England members. For a list of other summer events at the farm, visit historicnewengland.org.
A week after members of the Newport School Committee and City Council discussed which of the two entities should be responsible for paying the $30 million bond for the new Pell Elementary School, City Manager Jane Howington sent a letter to Superintendent John H. Ambrogi calling for a "cooperative dialogue" to try to consolidate services between the schools and the city. In her initial budget proposal, which was formally delivered to the city last month, Howington allocated $22.56 million to the school – the same amount that the school department has received for the last several years. In the letter to Ambrogi, Howington cited a financial analysis developed by school leadership several years ago which stated that the operational savings of building the Pell School would total $21,029,107 over the 20-year life of the bond. Breaking it down further, the analysis indicated that the new school would save $798,239 in the first year because of staffing and utility savings.
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Proposed STEAM Charter School “Aces” Completeness Review The Boys and Girls Clubs of Newport County and the Newport County STEAM Academy (NCSA) have announced that their application for a Newport County charter school has successfully passed a “completeness review” by the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE), receiving the top rating of “Satisfactory” in all 16 evaluation categories. The school expects to open its doors in August 2014 and will eventually serve children in grades kindergarten through grade 12. The curriculum fosters creativity and innovation through project-based learning and realworld problem solving leading to mastery through science, technology, engineering, the arts, design, and mathematics. Real-world experience through apprenticeships and internships, as well as course and graduation credits for work and play accomplished outside of school, will be imbedded into the student experience. “We are thrilled with the rapid pace of the approval and achieving another major milestone in launch-
ing what we believe will be an exciting education option for the families of Newport County” commented retired Rear Adm. Barbara McGann, one of the founders and president of the board of trustees. The next step will be to review the recently released facilities guidelines for charter schools and continue to identify and research facilities that are both affordable and meet the new guidelines. The school will have a longer school day and serve children with afterschool and extended day opportunities. High tech “makerspaces” and fabrication labs will support the school’s curriculum but will also be available to the community and students who do not attend NCSA. George Herchenroether, founding group member said, “There are a number of very successful charter schools in Rhode Island such as the nationally recognized Learning Community Charter School in Central Falls. We expect to use their best practices wherever possible which includes collaborating with public schools.”
The Best Pipes & Drums award is presented to the Rhode Islanders Pipe Band by Bob O’Neill, right. (Photo by Andrea von Hohenleiten) Representatives from Connecticut, Massachusetts and even Chepatchet, Rhode Island came to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade awards ceremony last week held at the Newport Storm Brewery. In a show of appreciation to all the units that march in the parade, the Parade Committee hosts this special evening of fellowship, food, drink and awards. Matt Plumb, of Brick Alley Pub, was recognized by the Newport Energy & Environment Commission for taking a lead role in post-parade cleanup. It was also announced that Bob O’Neill will be next year’s Parade Grand Marshal and Dan Titus will receive the Matt Plumb and Toni Ciany (Photo by Kirby Varacalli) 2014 Civitas Award.
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RIFT CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 According to Ambrogi, the projected savings to date have increased to $850,000: “The district had always intended to keep that promise, and we have kept that promise. For Howington to indicate that we should have the entire bond on our side of the ledger certainly doesn’t make sense. We’ve been told by the Auditor General and the Rhode Island Department of Education that the bond must reside on the city side. I don’t know why that hadn’t been vetted by the city prior to making this decision.” During a joint school committee-city council work session in March, school committee members said that due to variables outside of their control, they would not be able to develop a budget until September. But because the City is mandated to adopt a budget by July 1, Howington wrote, “With little information from the schools … the only course of action available was to develop a level funded School budget, which includes the School’s commitment to apply the cost savings from the closure of the three (3) schools toward offsetting the debt service on the construction of the Pell School.” The letter also detailed what Howington called a “lack of commitment” from the school department towards making any serious efforts to consolidate non-educational services such as the finance and property management departments. Howington also attached a five-page list of functions that the city performs in support of the Newport school system, including accounting, human resources, and payroll. “The City’s Finance Department performs at least 25% of your functions on an ongoing basis and has stepped in during the last couple of years to provide significant amounts of support,” she wrote. Ambrogi said that some of Howington’s statements surprised him. “There is no one on the island who is more in favor of shared services than I am,” he said, adding that in a meeting last fall with Howington and City Finance Director Laura Sitrin, he proposed that Newport
model a shared-services plan on that used in the town of Westerly: “[In Westerly], the finance director works three days at City Hall, two days at the school and is jointly managed and paid by the city and school department. [Howington and Sitrin] seem to have rejected that proposal,” Ambrogi said. However, he added that although he is willing to consolidate finance and property services, he’s not willing to consider consolidating human resources between city and schools: “We were willing to move ahead with shared services in two areas, but not a hostile take-over … I suggest we go slow, as we thought we were, and continue to take a look at the options. But shared services has to work for everybody, including the taxpayer.” Members of the school committee would not comment directly on Howington’s letter, but a few agreed that consolidation is necessary. A long-time proponent of consolidating financial services with the city, school committee member Robert Leary said: “To not consider consolidating services with the city is appalling. Why not consolidate the business office? It’s been a disaster in there. Some of the savings may not be immediate, but I’m sure there would be savings in the long term.” School Committee and Liaison Subcommittee member Thomas Phelan agreed, saying, “I think it’s past time the city takes over the finance department … The city is responsible for all finances. Something has to be done.” Howington wrote that the school department’s inability to develop and maintain well-planned budgets has created a “crisis in confidence” for city leadership. School Committee Chairman Charles Shoemaker declined to speak directly about the letter, saying, “The reason I won’t respond is I think this is leading to a disaster in terms of two public bodies fighting with one another.” Shoemaker said that he, School Committee Vicechair Jo Eva Gaines, and City Manager Howington were scheduled to
meet on Thursday to “try and slow down the rhetoric.” He added, “To throw back arguments at one another is not good for the community.” Second Ward City Councilor Justin S. McLaughlin, who has been a member of the liaison subcommittee for several years, acknowledged that, "there has been a reluctance on the part of the School Department" to meaningfully pursue cost-sharing opportunities. He said that Howington's letter accurately reflects the frustrations that members of the City Council have felt over the last few years. "I think there's a frustration that's been building that the answer has always been 'No,'" he said. According to McLaughlin, functions such as human resources, finance, and maintenance "are not unique to the school department" and could be effectively managed by one department in City Hall. The savings achieved could be as much as $500,000 per year – money that could be used to enhance academic programs. But McLaughlin added that the City Council must demonstrate confidence in the School Committee. "I think that City Council needs to be careful that they respect the role and responsibilities of the School Committee," he said. "They are a duly elected body with oversight authority, and that needs to be respected.” McLaughlin added that he has been disappointed that the committee has not in recent years sufficiently exercised their authority, specifically as it relates to their budget process. Newport Mayor Henry F. Winthrop agreed. "We've been having this conversation for over two years," Winthrop said, noting that it's critical that the school department and city work together to find ways to save money wherever possible. Winthrop said that he's hopeful that a positive result will come from Howington's letter, which although not directed by the council, "absolutely reflects [our] frustration."
Police, Fire Budgets Discussed By Tom Shevlin The city council's budget process continued on Wednesday with a review of the city's public safety departments. The evening, which included an overview of the police and fire departments, was the second in a series of planned public budget presentations scheduled through June. According to the administration's budget projections, police and fire service account for roughly $32 million in total spending, amounting to about 42 percent of the city's general fund expenditures. If adopted, of that total, police spending would account for 20 percent, while spending on fire protection would total 22 percent.
In all, for FY2014, the city administration has proposed spending $16.9 million on police services and $18.2 million on fire department expenses. By comparison, over the course of the current fiscal year, the city adopted a police department budget totaling $16.1 million, and a fire department budget of $16.8 million. The rise in expenses for the city's fire department can be traced to the terms of a contract adopted by the City Council in 2012, as well an increase of $1.2 million to the department's retiree pension fund. As for the police department, the primary driver of its requested funding increase is related to salaries and benefits for its union represented personnel. However, funds are also desired
for a pair of innovative projects aimed at enhancing the department's accessibility and community service efforts. Coming under scrutiny last fall due to a spate of assaults that spread over social media, one of the desired initiatives calls for the introduction of an electronic kiosk system in the front lobby of police headquarters where citizens would be able to file police reports confidentially. Another proposal would develop an on-line reporting system. While both initiatives were proposed during last year's budget session, financial constraints forced them to be placed on hold. This year, the department has reiterated
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DeBlois Gallery will hold an opening reception for Ron Caplain, photography and Karen Nash, assemblage on Friday, May 4 from 5 -7 p.m. The exhibit, “Shine on My Parade: A Prelude to Gay Pride Month” will be on display until May 26 at the gallery, 138 Bellevue Ave.
The SVF Foundation Lecture Series will present “The Wild Side of Species Conservation” on Wednesday, May 8 at 7 p.m. Louis Perrotti, Conservation Programs Director at Roger Williams Zoo, will discuss the zoo’s varied outreach projects and his field work in Papua New Guinea, to save endangered species. The lecture is free but reservations are required. Call 401-848-7229 or email jill@svffoundation.org. The lecture is at Swiss Village, 152 Harrison Ave.
A “Summer” Birthday Party Volunteers from Keller Williams Realty are organizing a birthday party for the children who reside at Lucy’s Hearth on Thursday, May 9. Gift cards or items such as beach bags, backpacks, beach towels, water bottles, sand toys, or flip-flops are needed. Donations can be dropped off at the Keller Williams office, 809 Aquidneck Ave. For more information, call Jules Clark at 401-575-2860.
Free Specimen Trees Last chance to acquire a free tree. The City of Newport is offering to install bare root trees for residents. The trees can be planted in the public roadside or set back up to 20 feet onto private property. For more information, visit newportarboretum.org or call 401-324-9204.
Lost Waterfront Lecture Paul F. Miller will present “From Cliffs to Harbor: Lost Newport,” at the International Yacht Restoration School on Tuesday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. Miller will discuss how the Newport waterfront has transformed over the years, from a bustling working waterfront to the harbor we know today, lined with condominiums; he will expand on the theme begun in his 2010 book, “Lost Newport – Vanished Cottages of the Resort Era,” where he traced and chronicled the demise of a number of “lost” magnificent mansions in Newport. Miller has been Curator of The Preservation Society of Newport County since 1995. The lecture will be held at IYRS, 449 Thames Street. IYRS members are free; the fee for non-members is $7. Call 401-848-5777 for more information.
Mr. Santi: My parents purchased this chair at a yard sale a long time ago. I think that they purchased it at a church fair on the Point. They paid around $75. What can you tell me about it? – Malcolm H.
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The Portsmouth Arts Guild Center for the Arts is offering a great line-up of summer classes and workshops for students aged 6-15: cyanotype photography, music, print making with fish (yes, real fish!!), painting and paper mache, and even comic book storytelling. An early registration will be held on Saturday, May 11 from 9 -11 a.m. and again at 1- 4 p.m. Register your child on the 11th and receive a 10% discount off the class fee. Parents can meet instructors and view the gallery space. 02679 E. Main Rd (across the street from the Portsmouth library). For more information, contact info@portsmoutharts. org or visit portsmoutharts.org. 401-293-5278
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The Newport Historical Society will present “A Tolerably Dull Place of Sojournment…Newport in the 1840s,” on Thursday, May 9 at the Colony House. The decade of the 1840s saw Newport at a crossroads. Devastated but not destroyed by the American Revolution, the town began to reinvent itself in the early 19th century. Matthew Keagle offers insights into this neglected but pivotal period of Newport history, a time when Newport was renewed, and tourism, not trade, became the business of the town. The lecture begins at 5:30 p.m. and costs $5, $1 for NHS members. For more information or to reserve, call 401-841-8770.
n Rally to stop bridge tolls With Sakonnet River Bridge toll rates in place for July, Rep. John G. Edwards (D-Dist. 70, Portsmouth, Tiverton) organized a rally on the front steps of the State House to drum up support for a bill that would quell the concerns of Aquidneck Island residents and business owners, many of whom are furious about the impact the tolls will have on the area. The legislation (2013-H 5137, 2013S 0020), sponsored in the Senate by Sen. Walter S. Felag (D – Dist. 10, Warren, Bristol, Tiverton), would repeal Article 20 of the Fiscal Year 2013 budget and prevent the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) from giving control of the Sakonnet River and Jamestown Verrazzano bridges to the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA). The House Finance Committee also held a hearing on the House bill and recommended to hold it for further study.
n Sales tax holidays for liquor sales Legislation has been introduced to establish five periods each year during which there would be no sales tax on the purchase of alcoholic beverages from a location where it will not be consumed, such as a liquor store. The sales tax-free periods would be Memorial Day weekend, Fourth of July weekend, Labor Day weekend, Thanksgiving week and the winter holiday season. n Hearing on gun bills The Senate Judiciary Committee heard seven of the nine bills introduced as part of the General Assembly’s legislative gun package. The list of legislation ranges from a bill requiring national criminal background checks of anyone requesting a license or permit to carry a pistol or revolver, to a bill, imposing restrictions on the manufacture, transfer and possession of certain semiautomatic assault weapons.
Local General Assembly officials: Sen. Louis P. DiPalma (D-Dist. 12, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Tiverton); President of the Senate, M. Teresa Paiva Weed (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Middletown); Rep. Marvin Abney (D-Dist. 73, Middletown, Newport); Rep. Deborah Ruggiero (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown) Rep. Peter F. Martin (D-Dist. 75, Newport), Rep. Linda Dill Finn (D-Dist. 72, Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth)
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A diabetes support group, facilitated by a certified diabetes educator from the Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties, will meet May 9 and is offered monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m., at the Edward King Center, 35 King St., Newport. No doctor’s referral is required. It is free and open to all who are living with diabetes. To attend or for more information call 682-2100.
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Newport Police Log Newport Fire During the period from Monday, Incident Run Report April 22 to Monday, April 29, the Newport Police Department responded to 488 calls. Of those, 123 were motor vehicle related; there were 92 motor vehicle violations issued and 31 accident reports and 8 private tows were also cited.
The police also responded to 29 home/business alarm calls, 1 call about fireworks, 1 suicide call, 11 incidents of vandalism, 7 noise complaints, and16 animal complaints. There were 17 school security checks (Coggeshall-6, CranstonCalvert-4, Rogers-4,Triplett-2, Thompson-1) and officers held 5 DARE classes. They transported 4 prisoners, recorded 5 instances of assisting other agencies and 8 instances of assisting other police departments. In addition, 15 arrests were made for the following violations: n 3 arrests were made for outstanding bench warrants n 2 arrests were made for DUI n 2 arrests were made for larceny n 1 arrest was made for simple assault n 1 arrest was made for vandalism n 1 arrest was made for disorderly conduct n 1 arrest was made for possession of an open container of alcohol n 1 arrest was made for controlled substance conspiracy n 1 arrest was made for violating a no contact order n 1 arrest was made for violating a noise ordinance
Team Sween The 4th annual cut-a-thon fundraiser for “Team Sween” and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will be held on May 5 at Natural Creations, 540 Thames St., from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. One hundred percent of all the day’s proceeds will be donated to the foundation’s efforts to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. For more information, call 841-0798.
During the period from Monday, April 22 through Sunday, April 28 the Newport Fire Department responded to a total of 112 calls. Of those, 59 were emergency medical calls, resulting in 53 patients being transported to the hospital. Additionally, 6 patients refused aid once EMS had arrived. Fire apparatus was used for 112 responses: • Station 1 - Headquarters/Rescue 1 and 3 responded to 42 calls • Station 1 - Engine 1 and 6 responded to 27 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Rescue 2 responded to 23 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Engine 2 responded to 17 calls • Station 5 - Touro Street/Engine 5 and 3 responded to 31 calls
Specific situations fire apparatus was used for include: 2 - Trash / rubbish / grass fires 2 - Cooking fires / contained to stovetop 3 - Vehicle fires 1 - Lock outs 2 - Gas leaks (natural or LPG) 7 - Assist public calls 9 - Fire alarm sounding - no fire 4 - Fire alarm malfunction - no fire 39 - Engine assist on EMS call In the category of fire prevention, the department performed 10 smoke alarm inspections for house sales, 23 life safety inspections, and provided 7 fire system plan reviews. Fire Prevention Message: An estimated 16,800 intentionally set fires in residential buildings occur annually in the United States. These fires result in an estimated 280 deaths, 775 injuries and $593 million in property loss each year. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) is pleased to announce the theme for the 2013 Arson Awareness Week (May 5-11): “Reducing Residential Arson.” You can learn more about how to prevent the crime of arson at www.usfa.fema.gov. —Information provided by FM Wayne Clark, ADSFM
Clagett Fundraiser The C. Thomas Clagett Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta will host “Help Us Go Sailing,” a fundraiser to benefit North America’s premier event for sailors with disabilities on May 9, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at Castle Hill Inn. The Clagett will be held for the 11th consecutive year from June 27-30, at Sail Newport’s facility. At its core, the mission of The Clagett is to provide sailors with disabilities the tools to improve their skills and the opportunity to test them in competition. Proceeds from this benefit will allow event organizers to increase the number of scholarships that defray expenses for competitors to attend. To purchase tickets visit www.clagettregatta.org.
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Parking Season Begins The City of Newport announces the beginning of the Parking Season effective May 1, 2013 and continuing through Oct. 31. Metered parking will be in effect from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. daily, including weekends and holidays through Oct. 31. The fee for parking in a metered space is $1.25 per hour in increments of 25 cents. The fee for the Memorial Blvd. meters at Easton’s Beach is $2 per hour. All city meters accept credit cards or coins. Pay & Display units located at the Touro St. lot and Long Wharf lot accept credit cards, bills and coins. The rate at the Touro St. and Long Wharf lots is $1.25 per hour in 1-hour increments. A resident sticker does not permit residents to park for free at metered spaces. The Gateway Visitors Center parking lot will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. The Mary St. parking lot will be open Sunday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. The basic rate is $2 for the first one-half hour and $1.50 for each half-hour thereafter. City residents displaying a valid resident sticker are entitled to up to three hours of continuous parking once per day in the Gateway and Mary St. lots. The Residential Parking Program is also in effect from May 1 through Oct. 1. Parking is restricted in designated areas to vehicles displaying residential permits, a general visitor pass or temporary residential parking permit.
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EDITORIAL Compromise Seems Possible All Over Town "All government, indeed every human benefit and enjoyment, every virtue, and every prudent act, is founded on compromise and barter." – Edmund Burke
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e learned this week that Newport Public Schools Superintendent John H. Ambrogi offered what appeared to have been a potential path to finally move forward with plans to better synchronize the fiscal management of the school department and city hall. The suggestion, which was reportedly made in passing during a meeting with City Manager Jane Howington and Finance Director Laura Sitrin, would follow a model that has been used successfully by the Town of Westerly after council members there decided to merge their city and school finance departments. According to Ambrogi, he suggested sharing finance department resources through a split schedule, wherein a designated staff member would split their time, spending three days per week at City Hall, and two days per week working with school administrators. City Manager Jane Howington, who penned a strongly worded letter to Ambrogi expressing her frustration over the School Department's reticence over implementing a shared service plan, says that she's open to the idea, but didn't perceive the suggestion to be anything more than a passing comment. One would hope that the two sides could use this apparent missed connection as at least a starting point to more serious discussions. It may not be perfect, but it's a compromise. And that might just be good enough to start healing the frayed relationship between the city and its schools. In other matters where compromise may be needed, state transportation officials were due to meet with stakeholders over a revised proposal to repair storm-battered sections of the Cliff Walk. Last month, a proposal to install "temporary" jetties off Ruggles Avenue set off a firestorm in the island's surf community, who feared that the construction would permanently alter the world-class point break that's found just off shore. "Save Ruggles" became a rallying cry of sorts for a few weeks, with even the City Council weighing in on the side of the surfers. The state's plan – and the uproar that ensued – made international news, prompting project engineers to go back to the drawing board. The new plans are said to be significantly less intrusive, and in the main, far more desirable to local surfers. In short: the public spoke, and the state listened. If only all government could work so simply.
Good Bye Goode’s First it was Salas. Then Peurini's. Now, yet another Newport institution is readying to close its doors. Billy Goode's has been a Marlborough Street stalwart for over 20 years, but on May 5 the venerable watering hole, known for showcasing live local music, will take its final bow. Owner Kevan Campbell reached an agreement to sell his liquor license to Joann Carlson-Klein, who purchased the longtime home of Puerini's Italian restaurant last year. Carlson-Klein will use the license to complement her soon to open grill on Memorial Boulevard. A beer and wine license that came with the property is in turn being sold to the owners of Thames Street Kitchen. The City Council is set to approve the transfers during their Wednesday, May 8 meeting.
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‘Yes’ to Beechwood, ‘No’ to Farewell Multi-family By Tom Shevlin Zoning Board members voted unanimously to approve a plan by Eastern Estates, LLC, a holding company owned by billionaire software tycoon Larry Ellison, to restore the historic Beechwood Estate to its original form. According to attorney Peter Regan, his client plans to join two parcels that historically were one – 580 Bellevue Ave. and 590 Bellevue Ave. – as part of Ellison's proposed Beechwood Art Museum. Originally used as the gatehouse for the Beechwood Estate built for John Jacob Astor, 590 Bellevue Ave. was purchased by another Ellison-controlled holding company, SF Pacific LLC, in August 2012 for $5.5 million. Plans call for using the gatehouse as the entry point for the museum and adding a parking lot. If the proposal is approved, a previously planned gatehouse located at the entrance to 580 Bellevue Ave. would be eliminated from the site plans, allowing the property to be restored more closely to its original state. Another neighboring property to the north of Beechwood's main house was also purchased by Ellison. Plans for that property include the restoration of the estate's historic greenhouse. Said Regan, "We have the unprecedented opportunity to put all three pieces of that property back together." Zoning Board members voted unanimously to approve the application.
In other business, the board considered a request to convert an existing single family house on Farewell Street into a three-family house. The home, located at 43 Farewell St., had been considered an eyesore before Paul Tobak purchased the property earlier this spring. With work to restore the circa 1810 single-family house already underway, Tobak sought to convince board members to restore a past designation as a three-family home. Accoding to Tobak, the house had been a three-family property until 1993, when the Zoning Board approved an application by the then owners to convert it into a guest house. But as Tobak argued, that approval was based on several conditions, including the removal of plumbing and fire code upgrades. According to Tobak, the conditions were never met, and therefore, the building’s approved use as a multi-family property was never in fact abandoned. In every piece of correspondence about that application, Tobak argued, the board approved the conversion conditionally. However, he added, "There was never any attempt to [meet those conditions]. No permits pulled. No work done. Period. To this day, there are three heating systems, three electrical systems, two forms of egress." Consequently, he said, the bed and breakfast could not have been legally converted. Zoning Officer Guy Weston dis-
agreed. "As far as zoning is concerned, it is not a three-family house," he said. Noting that the former owners did in fact operate the property as a guest house, board member Martin Cohen requested clarification concerning the property's latest reassessment. Weston confirmed that the property had been classified as a singlefamily residence during the city's last full reevaluation in 2011, a designation that the past owner did not contest. By accepting a reassessment on the property as a single family, the owner had "constructively accepted the single-family application," said Cohen. Fellow board member Robert Buzard agreed, noting that the property had been used for several years as a guest house. Further, he added, it "was marketed and sold as a single-family." "That to me seems to be a clear intent to abandon the prior use," Buzard said. Tobak, however, argued that "if it walks like a duck, quacks like a duck, it's a duck." After a lengthy discussion that included testimony both from the applicant and from the zoning officer and city solicitor, the appeal was denied by unanimous 6-0 vote. Work continues to rehab the property, and Tobak indicated to the zoning office an intent to file a new request to convert the property into a two-family house at the board's June meeting.
Council to Mull Historic Home Processes By Tom Shevlin
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What makes a home historic? And how do homes that may rightfully be considered as contributing to the city's local historic district become treated as such if they aren't already? Those are the questions City Council members will be asked to consider next week under a proposal being put forth by City Manager Jane Howington. According to Howington, she's hoping that the council will vote to put in place a framework to both guide homeowners as well as the city when it comes to determining the historical significance of certain so-called non-contributing structures contained within the bounds of established historic districts. Currently, as members of the Historic District Commission learned recently, there is no explicit mechanism for designating potentially overlooked, yet significant properties to the city's existing Inventory of Historic Structures. But beyond that, according to Howington, the city has never for-
mally adopted a comprehensive list identifying historically significant homes. Originally established in 1965, the Newport Historic District (NHD) and the Newport Historic District Commission (HDC), were originally charged with protecting a rather limited and specific stock of historic homes. Since that time, however, the City Council has expanded its local historic district zones, and thereby increased the number of properties that must meet certain aesthetic standards before renovations or repairs can be made. Those properties that are determined to be "contributing" to the historical significance of a neighborhood are given particular scrutiny by the HDC, a council-appointed volunteer board whose charge it is to review the appropriateness of structural or aesthetic renovations on homes falling within designated historic districts. As the city notes on its website, "The historic resources found in local historic districts embody the traditional qualities and charac-
teristics of a city or town, creating an attractive environment which is conducive to residential, commercial, and industrial uses as well as tourism and promotes the pleasure, education and welfare of the residents of the community." But according to Second Ward Councilor Justin S. McLaughlin, beyond the existing inventory list, which was compiled through a house-by-house analysis conducted after the establishment of Newport's first historic district, there's no defined way for the city to determine what may or may not be a contributing structure. On Wednesday, May 8, the City Council will be asked to formally adopt the historic structures inventory and further consider a future mechanism to determine whether a property is contributing or noncontributing. From there, the HDC would be given authority to determine the appropriateness of any alterations made to the property as it relates to such issues as demolition, window replacements, additions, and roof repairs.
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Gun Safety CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 "comprehensive package of bills promoting gun safety in Rhode Island." The nine bills included a range of measures, from banning highcapacity magazines and expanding background checks, to a proposal to increase the maximum penalty for carrying a stolen firearm when committing a crime, and the creation of a so-called disqualifications board to review firearm ownership. Gun safety measures have been discussed recently at both the state and national levels, but the majority on the City Council did not believe the issue belonged on a local agenda. After spending what he said was more time over the last week reviewing the various bills related to the resolution than on the city's proposed budget, First Ward Council Marco T. Camacho concluded that he had too many reservations to move forward with a formal resolution. "I believe we're moving too quickly on this," Camacho said, noting that there were "too many gaps and questions about the constitutionality of some of the measures." Describing the legislation as "too far in its infancy," he added, "There are so many gaps in here, we need to be patient, we need to make sure the legislative process plays out. Then, and only then, should the council as a governing body here in Newport vote yea or nay on this." Third Ward Councilor Kathryn E. Leonard agreed. "In this country, we have the right to bear arms. And I think if we look at the issues and the problems that have happened in the last few weeks, those people who should not have free access to arms are the ones that I think we should be addressing. And for citizens who are not criminals, who want to exercise their rights, I think that's really important, so I can't support this." Willow Street resident C. Andrews Lavarre argued that alternative proposals should be examined before the council endorses any one piece of legislation. "These proposals will do nothing except add more ineffective laws" to the books, he said, while urging that due process be allowed to play out. Councilor McLaughlin, however, took a different tack. In prepared remarks, McLaughlin said that he sees the resolution as a means to furthering a much needed debate on gun control. "Freedom is a sacred and precious thing, and it must be protected," he began. "But protection of
freedom must always involve a mutual understanding and a willingness to understand that an unlimited freedom isn't likely to achieve what is in the best interest of our society." When it comes to gun control, McLaughlin observed, "Unfortunately, we have not achieved all that we would have liked." Although he said that he respects the Constitutional right to bear arms, "those that call for the strictest interpretation of the Second Amendment don't recognize that the Second Amendment is part of an organic whole" with other freedoms such as that of speech and the right to petition, which are also guaranteed in the nation’s Bill of Rights. "Unfortunately, increasingly during the last 40 years, a small but well organized and vocal group has attempted to stifle debate over gun control issues," McLaughlin said. Words, he added, are what have made us strong as a nation, and to that end he pledged his support for the resolution. "Nobody should be afraid of the debate of good proposals," McLaughlin said. At least one member of the audience agreed. Laurie Shaw, of Third Street, described herself as part of the majority of Americans who support "sensible gun laws." She said the resolution presented no threat to law-abiding gun owners and deserved the council's support. "It's time for Americans to take a more mature approach to the awesome power that 300 million guns in the hands of private individuals represents," she said. However, with final drafts still being hashed out, councilors were wary of providing their endorsement. "There's so much work to be done here on the legislative level, and we need to let legislators legislate," Camacho said. Mayor Henry F. Winthrop said that while he was in favor of "reasonable" gun control, "the fact of the matter is there are nine specific bills here that I will not have the opportunity to hear expert testimony on." For that reason, he voted to deny the resolution, and the motion failed 3-4, with councilors Camacho, Leonard, Winthrop, and Michael Farley opposed. Councilors Neville, Napolitano and McLaughlin voted in favor.
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Cruise Ships in Newport Although the “real” cruise ship season does not get underway until the fall, we will get a sneak preview on Tuesday, May 7 when Holland America’s Maasdam pulls into town. Our friends at the Newport Historical Society tell us that the first appearance of an ocean liner in our harbor was Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth 2 in the fall of 1982. After briefly serving in the Falklands War during the spring of that year, she was refitted for passengers and arrived in Newport in October. In 1992 she ran aground off Cuttyhunk Island, near Buzzards Bay, suffering extensive damage to the hull. All of the passengers aboard were sent to safety in Newport. The QE2 made several visits to Newport in the twilight of her 39-year career. She was retired in 2008 and sold
1982 image of Queen Elizabeth 2 in Newport Harbor (Image courtesy of the Newport Historical Society) to Dubai, where she has been dormant for four years. Recently, it was announced that the iconic ship, which has been impeccably maintained, will again set sail in August or September for Singapore as part of plans to convert her into a 500room floating hotel. The Queen Mary 2 was launched
in 2004 and arrived at Newport that year on Independence Day during the Tall Ships celebration. At 1,132 feet, she is the largest ocean liner ever built and makes annual appearances in Newport. This year, QM2 will kick off the fall line-up of ship visits when she pulls in on September 11.
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Officer Training Command Newport will hold two graduations next week. Officer Development School will graduate 77 members of the medical, dental, nurse, judge advocate general, and medical service corps on Thursday, May 9 at 9 a.m. Vice Adm. Matthew L. Nathan, Surgeon General of the U.S. Navy, will address the graduates. Officer Candidate School will commission 82 new ensigns on Friday, May 10 in an 8 a.m. ceremony. Rear Adm. (Sel) Dee L. Mewbourne, commander of Naval Service Training Command, is the scheduled guest speaker. Both ceremonies will take place in Kay Hall. For more information, call 401-841-1171.
The Echo Taps ceremony will take place at the RI Veterans Cemetery in Exeter on Saturday, May 18. Volunteer brass players and spectators of all ages are welcome. Brass players should muster at the cemetery at 11 a.m. to practice. Volunteer flag line participants muster by 11:30 a.m. Ceremonial Taps "in the round" starts at noon. For more info, e-mail Michael Jackson of Bugles Across America at istrum4U@cox.net.
Cruiser Sailors Memorial Service The 22nd annual reunion of the U.S. Navy Cruiser Sailors Association will be held in Newport May 5-10. The group will hold a memorial service at the Chapel of Hope on Wednesday, May 8 at 8:30 a.m. Call 401-524-1781 for more information.
Movie and Pool Night Families are invited bring their swimsuits for movie night fun at the New Fitness Center pool on Friday, May 17. Family movie night begins at 6 p.m. and costs $5 per person. Swim with your family while watching "Finding Nemo" broadcast on the pool wall and enjoy refreshments afterwards.
NAPS Graduation Events The Naval Academy Preparatory School will hold a pass-inreview ceremony on Nimitz Field on May 9 at 10:30 a.m. The graduation will be Friday, May 10, at 10:30 a.m. in Kay Hall. Vice Adm. Michael H. Miller, superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy, is the guest speaker. Seating is limited for the graduation, but anyone with base access is welcome to observe the pass-in-review. Call 401-841-6607 for information.
America’s Kids Pentathlon The annual America’s Kids Pentathlon will be held at the New Fitness Center on Friday, May 17, 3-5:30 p.m. The event is open to children of active duty personnel, retirees, reservists, and DoD employees. Kids (ages 5-12) can compete in running, a basketball shoot out, an obstacle course, throwing challenge and field goal kick. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is open online at www. americaskidsrun.org. For more information, call 401-841-2883.
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Naval Station Newport’s Public Works Department is conducting inspections of the sanitary sewer manhole system on the base. The project began last week and is expected to be completed by Memorial Day weekend. Areas undergoing inspection are Balfour Beatty Communities housing at Fort Adams, Coddington Cove and Melville; the Naval Health Clinic New England compound; along Defense Highway; and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport. Crews are removing manhole covers, taking pictures, and performing inspections. The work will continue six days a week until May 24. Smoke testing and hydraulic cleaning of the sewer lines is also being conducted. The smoke tests are designed to locate breaks and
defects in the sewer system; smoke coming from the vent stacks on houses or holes in the ground is non-toxic, non-staining, white to gray in color, and creates no fire hazard. The smoke should not enter homes unless there is defective plumbing or dried up drain traps. Homeowners are advised to pour a gallon of water into each drain trap of floors, sinks, showers, and tubs prior to the testing. If smoke enters the building there is a good reason to assume that sewer gases may also be entering the home or business; occupants should evacuate immediately and notify Public Works crews. Residents not home during the tests, but who discover the smoke upon return, should call Leigh Lattuca at 401-841-7650.
Eight Bells Lecture The Naval War College Museum’s Eight Bells Lecture Series will continue on Thursday, May 16, with author Cathryn Prince discussing “Death in the Baltic.” In late January of 1945, with the Allied victory imminent, nearly 10,000 German refugees attempted to flee the advancing Red Army aboard the Wilhelm Gustloff, a cruise liner-turned-escape ship. During the night, three torpedoes from a Soviet submarine struck the boat. By morning, over 9,000 people had drowned in the
frigid waters, making it one of the worst maritime disasters of all time. This book reconstructs the story by drawing on original interviews with remaining survivors and newly declassified records. The lecture is from noon to 1 p.m. and is free and open to the public but reservations are required. Guests are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch. Visitors without a DoD decal/ID card should request access at time of reservation. To reserve, call 401-841-2101 at least one working day prior to event.
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Newport Navy Choristers – Proudly They Sing By Pat Blakeley In 1953, fifteen wives of officers from the U.S. Naval War College got together for an informal sing-along. Some were singers, others were new to the area, and a few just wanted to get out of the house. This gathering, at the home of Frances Lull, turned into something none of them could have ever imagined. Six decades later, the Newport Navy Choristers has had over 2,000 members and raised over $350,000 for local charities. Navy Newport’s favorite singers will celebrate the 60th anniversary of their founding at the annual “Proudly We Sing” concert on Friday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Lucy’s Church in Middletown. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Newport County Council of the Navy League of the United States. Chairman Pat McGue says that the group that started as the Navy Wives Chorale reinvented itself many times before emerging as the Newport Navy Choristers. During the early years, the direction of the chorus depended on trained but generally inexperienced members of the Navy community. In 1960, the singers engaged a professional director, Marian Van Slyke, who expanded the group’s repertoire and sharpened their musical skills – and integrated men into the chorus. For years, the women wore brightly colored dresses – or ball gowns for the evening performances – but the ‘sparkle factor’ got out of hand, says McGue, and they opted to go for the more professional look of and black and white formal wear and military dress uniforms. Dick Long has been singing with Choristers for 33 years and is one of the longest serving male members of the group. He boasts that he can still fit into the uniforms he wore when he joined the singers. “They still fit like a glove,” he chuckles, “and I am front row center – so they had better.” After 36 years at the helm, Van Slyke retired and passed the baton to JoAnn Lowenthal. “Actually, she didn’t ‘pass the baton,’” laughs Lowenthal, “she handed me the bell.” The jocular chorus routinely got out of hand during rehearsals, and the very determined Van Slyke used to “ding” a table bell to get their attention, sometimes so ag-
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TO GO What: "Proudly We Sing" Where: St. Lucy's Church, 909 West Main Rd., Middletown When: Friday, May 10 Pre-concert reception 6:15 p.m. Concert 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12 adult, $8 seniors/ children; $10 advance sales of 4 or more tickets Info: 401-847-7201
gressively that it broke on several occasions. The passed-down bell had been reinforced with lead and mounted on marble. Like with most longstanding organizations, membership numbers fluctuate through the years, but the constant is friendship. At 86 years young, Mary Trickey is the oldest member and has been with the group the longest; she joined in 1957. “The fellowship is great,” she says. She did take a couple of years off but found she couldn’t stay away. “I just had to go back; I couldn’t help myself.” The busy group performs four major concerts a year and at numerous special events; two ensembles, the Nautical Notes and Sea Chanteys, sing at smaller venues. Musical outreach is a big part of the Choristers’ mission. Lowenthal states she has had many memorable moments during her 29 years with the singers, but that the most touching came when they were performing at their annual Christmas concert at First Baptist Church
in Fall River. An elderly couple sat up front and seemed to be enjoying the show, but they were chatting the whole time and loudly singing along. At the end of the concert, the man approached her, teary-eyed, and asked if he could hug her. “He said that this was the first live concert they had ever attended and just loved it,” a humbled Lowenthal recalls. The Choristers draw their membership from active duty, reserve, and retired members of all branches of the military, DoD employees of Naval Station Newport, and their spouses. Although the chorus varies from year to year due to the transient nature of the military, a constant influx of new members helps keep the organization revitalized and all are welcome. Potential members should contact McGue at 401-849-1135 for additional information.
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Shakespeare in Middletown Fans gather weekly to read and enjoy works of the Bard, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 5 p.m. Juried Senior Show Reception Arts showcase by SRU art and art history graduates, Dorrance Hamiliton Gallery, Antone Academic Center, corner of Leroy and Lawrence avenues, 5-7 p.m., exhibit on display through Sunday, May 19. Wine Tasting and Auction SRU scholarship fundraiser, Ochre Court, Ochre Point Ave., 5:30 p.m., advancement@salve.edu. Arts & Cultural Alliance Annual meeting of area artists and art supporters at Newport Art Museum, 6 p.m., reception to follow, www.newportarts.org.
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Spring Trot for Mental Health Second annual awareness and fundraising event, starts and finishes at Newport County Community Mental Health Center, 127 Johnnycake Rd., Middletown, 10 a.m., www.nccmhc.org.
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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, Edward King House, 35 King St., 1 p.m. Improv Comedy Interactive comedy with the Bit Players, Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 8 p.m., 401-8493473, www.firehousetheater.org. Salve Band Concert SRU spring concert, Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody St., 8 p.m., 401-341-2295.
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Power of Music Film Festival Celebrate American roots music with “Genghis Blues” at 10:30 a.m., “Give Me the Banjo” at 12:30 p.m., and “Béla Fleck: Throw Down Your Heart” at 3:15 p.m., Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., free but seating is limited, call 401-683-9457 to reserve. Golden to Gilded Walking Tour Explore the social history and architecture of Newport from the Golden Colonial Era to the Gilded Age, Museum of Newport History, Brick Market, 127 Thames Street, 10:30 a.m., 401-841-8770. Historic Site Tours Tours of the Colony House, Great Friends Meeting House and Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House depart from Museum of Newport History at Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., call to reserve, 401841-8770.
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Architectural Symposium International Tennis Hall of Fame presents “Ogden Codman Jr. and Edith Wharton: Architecture and Interior Design,” 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $95 includes lectures, house tours, lunch, advance registration required at www.tennisfame.com.
Saturday Book Group Meet to discuss “Moon Over Manifest,” by Claire Vanderpool, Portsmouth Library, 11:30 a.m.
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. Redwood Book Group Meet to discuss James Boswell’s literary biography, “The Life of Samuel Johnson, Part II,” all welcome, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10 a.m., 401-847-0292, www.redwoodlibrary.org.
RI Charter May Fair Celebrate Rhode Island’s colonial charter with an original play, “America’s Magna Carta,” at 12:45 p.m., followed by crowning of the May Queen, a performance by Morris Dancers, and ending with the firing of a colonial gun salute, in front of the Murray Courthouse, Washington Square (rain location is inside Colony House), visit www. johnclarkesociety.org for more information.
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Little Leaguers Get in the Swing Grab your lawn chair and some sunflower seeds, because the Little League season in Newport is about to start. Opening day for Little League Baseball has been a rite of spring for young players since the organization began playing games in Newport in 1952. Today, there are two leagues, Fifth Ward Little League (www.5wll.com) and Newport Little League (www.newportlittleleague.com) with several divisions for boys and girls ages 4 to 12. Beginning with Tee-Ball, children ages 4 and 5 are taught the fundamentals of hitting and throwing. When batters come to the plate, they hit the ball off of a rubber stand. A player on the pitcher’s mound fields hit balls but does not pitch. In this division, there are approximately 10 players on each team, and the usual rule of three
outs per inning does not apply; instead, every player takes a turn at bat in each of the innings played. In the divisions for older players, Clinic, Minors and Majors, a game consists six innings, using the standard three-out rule. Players 6-8 years old play in the Clinic division, in which the coaches pitch. In this division, players learn the basics of hitting, throwing, and fielding. The Minor division is for 9- and 10-year-olds, integrating position play and pitching by a player. The Minors and Majors has approximately 12-13 players per team, and games are overseen by “badged” umpires, who are professionally trained. The most competitive division is the Majors, for 11- and 12-yearolds, in which position play is taught and signals and base-stealing are permitted. Using aluminum
bats measuring 27 to 30 inches, players run 60-foot base lines, and pitch from a mound that is 45 feet from home plate. Players in the Major League play in state and regional play-offs seeking to advance to the annual Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, the town where Carl Stotz started the organization in 1939. Teams from all over the world travel to Williamsport to compete for the winning title. Last year, the Cumberland, RI team progressed to the coveted series but lost in the first round. For girls, Newport Little League features four divisions: Clinic, Minors, Majors and Seniors. Majors is for girls age 6 to 15, while juniors is for girls age 13 to 15. Both divisions play interleague games with other leagues in Middletown, Portsmouth and Tiverton.
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5th Ward LL Remembered In the summer of 1968 I was playing first base for my team called the Jayceettes in the 5th Ward Little League. I didn’t know what a Jayceettee was, I was just happy to be playing baseball. Our team got on a roll and be began to win games. When we won 10 games in a row, everyone started to take notice. Teams tried harder to beat us. Our winning streak continued with 13 in a row, 14 and then 15 in a row. Our coaches, Ray Silvia and Bob Powell, never let us slack off. There were several games we needed to come from behind in the last inning to win. All summer long we practiced everyday rain or shine. On game day we were told not to go to the beach. We couldn’t afford to get sunburned, dehydrated or tire before the game. With three games left in the season all eyes were on the Jayceettes team. Could we have an undefeated season? The competition was keen and the pressure to win was tremendous. My mom was a team mother and worked in the concession stand every game. I could always hear her cheering for our team and it gave us confidence that our fami-
lies were there to support us. The last three games a tremendous battle all ending within one run. But, we did it! We had an undefeated season winning all 18 games! After the season our sponsor, the Jayceettes, wanted to treat the team to dinner at Burger King. It was the first time we met our sponsor and at the age of 12 it was not lost on us that they were a group of beautiful, young businesswomen. They doted on their young champions and were very proud of what we had accomplished. We often take for granted the help we receive from coaches, teachers, parents and friends that went out of their way to give us a childhood full of great learning experiences and fun times. I will never forget the people who helped to form my character while growing up in Newport; Mr. Silvia, Mr. Powell and George Yates and his son Mike and all the coaches, volunteers and other special people that gave of their time so that kids like me could experience baseball in the 5th Ward Little League. Thanks for being there for me. – Timothy Kelly
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Final Season Opener for Fifth Ward By Jack Kelly The Fifth Ward Little League opened its 60th season last Saturday at the Hogan and Marine Fields at King’s Park in Newport. Ceremonies included the introduction of players, coaches and officials who will participate. Newport Mayor Harry Winthrop threw out the first pitch to Billie Lavigueur, 12, a catcher for R & R Construction. The Fifth Ward League dates back to 1954. Its boundaries currently extend from East Bowery St. to Ocean Drive. Next year, however, it will merge with the larger New-
port Little League, creating a single, city-wide league. “[The merger] will make the city-wide league more competitive and ensure that it will go on long after our children are out of the league,” said board member Antoine Lavigueur. “The declining populations of our charter zone, the decreased number of military dependents that participate, and the increased attraction of other sports like soccer, lacrosse and football, have greatly lowered the number of league participants. [The merger] will also make Newport All-Star teams more competitive.”
Back in the Day: Fifth Ward in the ’50s There were certain rites of passage for young boys growing up in Newport’s Fifth Ward during the late 1950s and1960s, and one of them was playing Little League baseball on the Hogan Field at King’s Park. At that time, a father might coach three or more of his sons in the league. Volunteers and coaches would remain involved for years, with fathers often passing coaching reins on to their sons. My own Little League career was less than stellar. I was not blessed with baseball prowess, but I tried hard to learn the game and compete. From age 10 to 17, I was plagued with numerous, sometimes painful, growth spurts, as I went from 5 feet 2 inches in height to 6 feet 6 inches. One high school coach called
me a “spastic Gumby” because I was such an assemblage of long arms and legs. However, I did learn to coach, and during the summer of 1970, at the age of 18, I managed one of the minor
league teams. Before the season began, one of the veteran coaches, George Yates, gave me
some great advice. He said, “You’ll teach these youngsters a lot – like how to catch using both hands, how to swing level and keep their eyes open when swinging at the ball. You’ll teach them how to catch pop-ups, grounders, hit the relay man and how to angle towards a fly ball. But remember, you’ll also teach them to play as a team, to win graciously, with good sportsmanship and dignity. Console them after a close loss, and show them that it’s not the end of the world. Teach them that hard work and good practice will have positive results. Never let them get on one boy who makes a mistake, but show them how to help him improve his game. Most of all, let them have fun and enjoy themselves, because this is a great game.”
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Little League Season Marks Start of Spring By Meg O’Neil The start of Little League season means spring has arrived in Newport. For over 60 years, the city’s youngsters have donned helmets and mitts and taken to the pitcher’s mound to participate in America’s favorite pastime. Volunteer coaches teach the hundreds of kids who are involved in the sport across two leagues. Newport This Week recently caught up with Newport Little League majors coach Ned Connelly, whose team, which is sponsored by Fater Law Firm, began their season last week. Connelly is in his fifth season of coaching Newport Little League, which along with Fifth Ward Little League, are the foundation of the city’s youth baseball program. For the past four years, Connelly coached in the minors – teams generally consisting of boys and girls ages 9 and 10. This year is his first in the majors, where players are usually around 11-12 years old. “It’s been an eye-opener so far,” he said with a chuckle. “Everything up to this point has been developmental and really just trying to get the kids to behave and play the game. We work on skill and work to develop our team.”
Coach Connelly watches by first base. (Photo by Meg O’Neil) This year, despite being considered a majors team, Connelly’s crew is made up mostly of 10-yearolds and a few 11- and 12-yearolds. The reason is that this year, far fewer kids signed up to play than in past years. “The majors league lost 33 percent of our kids this year, and we don’t know why,” said Connelly. “Maybe they’re playing other
sports like soccer or lacrosse, or maybe the birthrate was low for the years these kids were born.” Because of the dwindling numbers, Newport Little League and Fifth Ward Little League will combine next year, merging into one league for all participants. “I’ll be breathing a sigh of relief when the two leagues merge,” Connelly said. “We’ll all benefit from it. We’re looking to re-energize and show people that Little League is a fun thing to do for the entire family.” Connelly stresses the importance of family involvement. Scholarships are available for children who want to play, but whose families can’t afford the $55 fee. Seeing the kids on his team succeed makes coaching worth the time and energy he puts into it, says Connelly. “As a coach, your mission is to reach every kid. The best part is seeing that light bulb go off in their heads.” The fact that Little League draws players from public as well as private schools is another positive, according to Connelly: “All these kids coming together from different schools, meeting each other and competing together and having fun – it’s really a microcosm of what Newport is all about.”
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Power of Music Film Festival The festival concludes with “Afghan Star” at 1 p.m., “Amandla!: A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony” at 3 p.m., Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., free but seating is limited, call 401683-9457 to reserve.
Common Fence Music Enjoy internationally-acclaimed folk singer/songwriter Cheryl Wheeler, 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, $35 in advance and at door, www.commonfencemusic.org. Spirit of Santana at Grand Spirit of Santana Show Band plays Santana tribute in a free concert at Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Hwy., 9 p.m., 18+, 401-849-5100, www.newportgrand.com.
Ballard Park Bird Walk Join Lauren Parmlee on a walk through Ballard Park, 8 a.m., bring binoculars, sturdy shoes, meet at Wickham Road entrance across from Rogers High School, $5 donation. If Pots Could Talk Workshop with Seth Rainville, Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley Rd., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 401-560-0979. Gardening Help URI Master Gardeners offer basic soil analysis and answer gardening questions at Prescott Farm, 2009 West Main Road, Portsmouth, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., free, www.newportrestoration.org. Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour Hear stories of revolution and the struggle for religious liberty, departs from the Museum of Newport History at Brick Market, 127 Thames St., 10:30 a.m., 401-8418770. Scenic Train Rides Enjoy a narrated ten-mile scenic ride along Narragansett Bay, heated cars, Old Colony Railway Depot, 19 America’s Cup Ave., 11:45 a.m. and 2 p.m., www.ocnrr.com.
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Hearth and Home Exhibit Newport Historical Society’s exhibit, “Hearth and Home,” examines how Newporters kept warm two centuries ago, Museum of Newport History, 127 Thames St., daily, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., www.newporthistory.org. Bilingual Storytime Children ages 3 and up are invited to attend bilingual storytime, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 3:30 p.m., stories presented in Spanish and English with related activities, drop in. Monday Night Mysteries Jamestown Philomenian Library group examines “Standing in Another Man’s Grave,” by Ian Rankin, 26 North Rd., 7 p.m., drop-ins and new members welcome, JamestownPhilomenianLibrary.org.
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Whitehorne Museum The Samuel Whitehorne House is home to some of the best examples of 18th century Newport and Rhode Island furniture, 416 Thames St., tours run Thurs.-Mon., guided tours at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., self-guided 11 a.m.-3 p.m., www.newportrestoration.org. Eight Bells Lecture The Eight Bells Lecture Series presents author Claude Berube on “The Aden Effect,” Naval War College Museum, 12 p.m., free and open to the public but advance reservations required, limited seating, 401-841-2101. Newport Gallery Night Newport’s art galleries offer evening hours, Redwood Library open, free admission to the Newport Art Museum, 5-8 p.m. “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. Newport in the 1840s Lecture “A Tolerably Dull Place of Sojournment…Newport in the 1840s,” Matthew Keagle discusses when and how Newport’s economy transitioned to tourism, Colony House, Washington Sq., 5:30 p.m., members $1, non-members $5, 401-841-8770.
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Preschool Storytime Storytime for preschoolers at the Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10:30 a.m., public welcome, free, drop in.
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Ocean State Poets Celebrate poetry at the Newport Public Library, 6:30 p.m. IYRS Lecture Paul F. Miller will present “From Cliffs to Harbor: Lost Newport,” focusing on how the waterfront has changed, IYRS, 449 Thames St., 7:30 p.m., members free, nonmembers $7, 401-848-5777.
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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 May 8
Young Adult Crafts Make button bracelets, simple or elegant, at the Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 4 p.m., 401-847-8720 x206. SVF Lecture Louis Perrotti will discuss “”The Wild Side of Species Conservation,” Swiss Village Farm, 152 Harrison
Friday May 10
Computer Workshop Intro to computers and the mouse, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 10:30 a.m., registration required, 401-847-8720 x208. Hidden Kitchens of Portsmouth Enjoy tastings and treats during this fundraising tour of seven private kitchens to benefit the Portsmouth Public Education Foundation, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., $30, tickets available at www.portsmouthkitchentour.org. Friday Film “Hyde Park on Hudson,” screens at Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2:30 p.m., drop in, free.
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Radical Past Haunts Redford in ‘Company’ By Patricia Lacouture
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Richard Jenkins and Robert Redford in “The Company You Keep.” that provide cover for Grant, who blends into environments from Manhattan to Michigan and beyond with his nondescript brown leather jacket and tan baseballstyle cap. The camouflage costume makes Grant invisible, yet it leaves him feeling isolated and lonely— missing his daughter and hoping for an outcome that will enable him to make things right with her by letting her know that she wasn’t simply abandoned. With the involvement of the FBI, the reporter’s quest becomes part of a nationwide manhunt. Terrance Howard, as Cornelius, the FBI team’s leader, wants no mistakes or delays. It’s been over thirty years, he tells his team, and he calls the case “an embarrassment.” There’s plenty of action, although much of the intrigue is cerebral rather than high-speed car chases and fiery crashes. Layers of secrets are gradually revealed, adding to the suspense and giving the
story integrity. Old friends meet for the first time in decades, and an old romance briefly re-ignites, proving that, just because people grow older, they don’t lose their ability to feel (and act upon) the stirrings of desire. The cub reporter sees things as black and white rather than in shades of gray. He’s unable to perceive that the Weathermen themselves became a destructive force, even though their stated goal was to end the destruction of war in Vietnam. The stellar cast includes, along with those already cited, Julie Christie, Brendan Gleeson, Richard Jenkins, Nick Nolte, Sam Elliott and Stanley Tucci. Patricia Lacouture teaches film studies at Salve Regina University. She completed her graduate studies in film. at Boston University.
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Dances, Drinks and Dinner Island Moving Co. presents a one night only engagement at the Casino Theater, on the grounds of the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The Company will premiere three new works, including “Heart Vignettes,” a ballet for the full company by Houston’s Spencer Hering; a new duet by Artistic Director Miki Ohlsen, and a new work by Company member Shane Farrell. Also on the program will be “In the Beginning,” by Mark Harootian, and works
by Company members Glen Lewis and Danielle Genest. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m., preceded by a cocktail reception at the nearby Canfield House at 6:30 p.m. The Canfield House will also offer a prix fixe dinner for after the performance, where patrons can meet and talk with the dancers and Artistic Director Miki Ohlsen. Tickets to the performance are $25; performance and cocktails $50; with a $100 ticket all inclusive for the evening.
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Robert Redford stars in and directs “The Company You Keep,” a political action thriller with overtones of conspiracy that is reminiscent of several films of the 1970s. In fact, Redford starred in one the best of these thrillers, “The Parallax View” (1974), which was directed by Sydney Pollack. These films shared the common thread of distrust of large organizations, including the government. They are tales of a lonely individual in search of truth. In this film, Redford is both behind and in front of the camera as Jim Grant/Nick Sloan, a widower, single father and lawyer who has distant roots as a member of the 1970s American radical group called the Weather Underground or the Weathermen. This group instigated a war at home in the United States as a means of protesting the war in Vietnam. One of the many themes explored in “The Company You Keep” is: Is violence an acceptable option when a group is struggling to stop violence? Redford appears serene as he gets his daughter Isabel (Jackie Evancho) ready for school. But the peace shatters when he’s approached by a young reporter for an Albany newspaper who has his radar out for “the big story that will launch his career” and gain him national attention as a “serious” reporter. The reporter, Ben Shepard (Shia LaBeouf ), has been alerted to the possibility that some ex-Weathermen may be living under false identities following the arrest of Vermont housewife and former group member Sharon Solarz (Susan Sarandon). His research draws a connection between Solarz and Grant, and he wastes no time in tracking down Grant, who, although calm on the surface, panics and goes on the run after dropping his daughter off with his brother, Daniel (Chris Cooper). A narrative that opens on a day when bright sunlight pours into Grant’s homey kitchen turns to days of gray skies and nights
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“Thoroughly Modern Millie” Musical by Newport Children’s Theatre, Portsmouth High School Auditorium, 140 Education Ln., 7 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 children, newportchildrenstheatre.com Spring Fling Portsmouth High School Athletic Boosters host tasting and silent auction to benefit PHS sports, Glen Manor House, House, 7-11 p.m., wine and beer sampling, entertainment, $30, tickets at Clements’ Market, call 401-683-3016 for more information.
A FINE DINING COOKING CLASS WITH TOM DUFFY Monday, May 20, 4:00p $75 Per Person seating limited. reservations required.
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“Latitude 41” Concert Newport Music Festival’s spring concert of works by Franz Schubert and Camille Saint-Saens, featuring Livia Sohn, Luigi Piovano, and Bernadene Blaha, Newport Grand, 150 Admiral Kalbfus Hwy., reception 6 p.m., concert at 7 p.m., $25, 401-846-1133, newportmu11:32 AM sic@gmail.com. “Proudly We Sing” Concert Navy Choristers celebrates 60th anniversary with patriotic concert to benefit US Navy League, St. Lucy’s, 909 West Main Rd., 7:30 p.m., $12, $8 senior/children.
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Stone Wall Workshop Learn how to build and repair stone walls, Prescott Farm, 2009 West Main Rd., Middletown, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $35, advance registration required, 401-846-4152. Green Animals Plant Sale Annual Plant Sale kicks off the summer season at Green Animals Topiary Garden, Portsmouth, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Golden to Gilded Walking Tour 10:30 a.m. See Saturday, May 4. Historic Site Tours 11 a.m.-3 p.m. See Saturday, May 4.
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“Thoroughly Modern Millie” 2 and 7 p.m. See Friday, May 10. An Afternoon of Poetry Origami Poems Project with Ocean State Poets at Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 3 p.m., open mic.
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Newport Blues Cafe–Felix Brown, 9:30 p.m. Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Trivia Challenge, 8 p.m. The Fifth Element–DJ Maddog One Eighty–Castle
Friday, May 3 LaForge Casino Restaurant–Dave Manuel on Piano, 7-11 p.m. Middletown VFW – Karaoke, DJ Papa John, 8:30 p.m. Newport Blues Cafe–Santa Mamba, 9:30 p.m. Narragansett Cafe –Travis Colby Band, 9:30 p.m.
New Murder Mystery Join the Marley Bridges Theatre Co. for the premiere of “Newport Nuptials,” interactive murder mystery at the Newport Art Museum set in the 1920s, 76 Bellevue Ave., 7 p.m., www.newportartmuseum.org.
Sardella’s–Dick Lupino, Mike Renzi, Jeff Fountain, 7:30-10 p.m.
Dances, Drinks & Dinner Island Moving Co. performs at Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody St., 7:30 p.m., pre-show cocktails at Canfield House at 6:30 p.m., 401-8474470, islandmovingco.org.
Saturday, May 4
Endangered Speeches at Grand Endangered Speeches plays hip hop/reggae, a free concert at Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Hwy., 9 p.m., 18+, 401-849-5100, www.newportgrand.com.
Sunday May 12
Happy Mother’s Day Bird Walk Jay Manning leads free guided bird walks at the Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown, 8 a.m., no registration necessary, bring binoculars, 401846-2577, www.normanbirdsanctuary.org. Tea and Turtles Annual Mother’s Day Tea and Turtles, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, 10–11:30 a.m., $8 members, $10 non-members, moms and children under 3 free, call 401-846-2577 to register. Gardening Help URI Master Gardeners offer basic soil analysis and answer gardening questions at Prescott Farm, 2009 West Main Road, Portsmouth, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., free, www.newportrestoration.org.
Historic Site Tours 11 a.m.-3 p.m. See Saturday, May 4 for details.
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“Irish Eyes are Smiling” Museum of Newport History fundraiser, featuring singer/songwriter Robbie O’Connell, Ochre Court, 6:30 p.m., harp, bagpipers, $65, www.newportirishhistory.org.
Discover Colonial Newport Walking Tour 10:30 a.m. See Sunday, May 5.
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Five Author Talk Newport Library presents “Festival of Five: Chat with Five New England Female Authors,” Nicole Bernier, Elizabeth Hand, Laura Harrington, Dawn Trip and Joan Wickersham, 1-3 p.m.
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Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Gary “Guitar” Gramolini and the Grinders, 9 p.m. Rhino Bar–Glory Dayz Rhumbline–Dawn Chung, 6:30 p.m.
SPLASH @ One Eighty– Video DJ, 9-10, no cover The Chanler–Dick Lupino, Marlene VerPlanck, Mike Renzi, 6-10 p.m. The Fifth Element–O’Doyle Rules, 10 p.m.-1a.m. Clarke Cooke House–Honky Tonk Knights; D J Jackie Henderson in the Boom Boom Room, 9 p.m. Greenvale Vineyard–Dick Lupino, Marlene VerPlanck, Mike Renzi Hyatt Five 33 Lounge–Dave Manuel, 4-6 p.m. Jimmy’s Saloon–The Ubiquitones, 10 p.m.-1a.m. LaForge Casino Restaurant–Dave Manuel on Piano, 7-11 p.m. Middletown VFW – Karaoke, DJ Papa John, 8:30 p.m. Newport Blues Cafe–Fast Times Narragansett Cafe –The Ghost Tones, 9:30 p.m. Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Triad, 9 p.m. Newport Grand Event Center–Spirit of Santana, Tribute to Carlos Santana, 9 p.m. SPLASH @ One Eighty–Video DJ, 9-10, no cover The Fifth Element–Nasty Habits Rhino Bar–Get Lucky Rhumbline–Lois Vaughan, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 5 Fastnet Pub – Traditional Irish Music, 6-10 p.m. Clarke Cooke House – Bobby Ferreira, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Narragansett Cafe –Professor Harp, 1-4 p.m. O’Brien’s Pub – Karaoke, 9:30 p.m. One Pelham East–The Vudu Sister, 6-9 p.m. The Chanler–Dick Lupino, Dan Moretti, Paul Nagel, 6-10 p.m. The Fifth Element–Fran Curley
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Rhino Bar–DJ Chris Grey and Metal Night in Tusk
Tuesday, May 7 Fastnet–”Blue Monday” The Wharf Pub–Acoustic Open Mic, 7 -10 p.m.
Wednesday, May 8 Norey’s – Sarah Blacker, 8 p.m. Rhino Bar–Latin NIght in Tusk Sardella’s – Dick Lupino, Krisanthi Pappas, Mike Renzi, 7:30-10 p.m.
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There are many fine restaurants and eateries in the area. We hope this map helps you find one that suits your taste.
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For more information about these restaurants, please see their display ads found on the pages of this week’s edition of Newport This Week. 1) Ben’s Chili Dogs, 158 Broadway, Newport 2) Norey’s, 156 Broadway, Newport 3) Fifth Element, 111 Broadway, Newport 4) Salvation Cafe, 140 Broadway, Newport 5) The Deli, 66 Broadway, Newport 6) Pour Judgement, 32 Broadway, Newport 7) One Eighty Bar & Grille, 10 Broadway, Newport 8) Rhumbline, 62 Bridge St., Newport 9) Brick Alley Pub, 140 Thames St., Newport 10) Busker’s Irish Pub, 178 Thames St., Newport 11) Aloha Cafe, 18 Market Square, Newport 12) The Wharf Pub, 31 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport 13) Fluke Wine Bar & Kitchen, 41 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport 14) Diego’s, 11 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport 15) Clarke Cooke House, Bannisters Wharf, Newport 16) The Port Grille & Raw Bar, 359 Thames St, Newport 17) O’Brien’s Pub, 501 Thames St., Newport 18) Thai Cuisine, 517 Thames St., Newport 19) One Bellevue, Hotel Viking, Newport 20) La Forge Casino Restaurant, 186 Bellevue Ave., Npt. 21) The Chanler’s Spiced Pear, 117 Memorial Blvd., Npt. 22) Atlantic Grille, 91 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown
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SPORTS
Viking Bats Curb Huskies 10-9 –Gain First Win of the Spring By Kirby Varacalli If you were on the winless-todate Rogers baseball team on Tuesday, April 30, and your team had already committed six errors and was down by eight runs with three innings left, you might have believed you would remain victory-less. The Viking nine, however, believed differently. Scoring six times in the home fifth inning, then thrice more in the sixth, Rogers engineered a stunning comeback, rallying for a 10-9 win for themselves and junior pitcher Ted Horan, who shut down Mt. Hope bats over the last three innings for the complete game victory. Horan chalked up five Ks, walked none, and only three of the runs he allowed were earned. The Vikings’ bats came alive, pounding out 14 hits off Husky pitching. Seniors Chace Ceglie and Aidan Carey, juniors Khalil Moon and Devin Johnson and sophomore catcher Jon Chapman banged out two hits apiece. Moon had three RBI and Carey knocked in the tying and go-ahead runs for the Vikings in the sixth inning. With their first win, Rogers, Mt. Hope and Exeter-West Greenwich are all deadlocked in Div. II-South with 1-6 records. Rogers will be on the road, visiting E-WG on Monday, May 5 for a 4 p.m. start before returning to Cardines Field to play Tiverton on Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m.
Rogers’ sophomore catcher Jonathan Chapman receives a pitch from teammate Ted Horan against the Mt. Hope Huskies.
Memorial Day Tennis Tournament
Junior Ted Horan, #9, pitched all seven innings for the Vikings to earn his, and the team’s, first win of the season.
The third annual John J. Hosch Tennis Challenge will take place over Memorial Day weekend starting Saturday, May 25. The tournament is a fundraiser to support the John J. Hosch memorial trust. The doubles tournament is set to take place at the City of Newport public tennis courts behind the Newport Recreation Center and at Rogers High School. The weekend starts on Saturday, with gentlemen’s doubles (65 years+) at 9 a.m., followed by an all-ages men’s and women’s mixed doubles open at noon. A masters 50+ men’s and women’s doubles will close out the day at 1 p.m. On Sunday, men and women all-ages participate in the doubles match at noon. The fee to participate is $25 per player, with checks made payable to the John J. Hosch Memorial Trust and sent to P.O. Box 122, Newport, RI 02840. For more information on the tennis challenge, contact Peter J. Raposa at 263-3503.
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Photos by Michael J Conley Chace Ceglie lines a late-inning single to keep a Rogers rally going versus the Huskies. The senior third baseman had two hits and an RBI in the Vikings’ win.
On Saturday, May 4, the George Donnelly Sunset League season opener will take place at the historic Cardines Field in Newport. The first game starts at noon and see Brother’s Oven take on Newport. Immediately following that game, R & R Construction will go head-to-head with Mudville at 3 p.m. On Monday evening, May 6, R & R Legion will play against Town Dock at 6:30 p.m. Visit pointstreak.com and search for “Donnelly Sunset League” to see the full schedule and standings.
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FAITH COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD 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, May 2
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 5 p.m.–St. Paul’s Methodist (food by Portsmouth Methodist) 12 Marlborough St.
Friday, May 3
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 5 p.m. –Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.
Saturday, May 4 8:30 a.m.–Emmanuel 42 Dearborn St.
4:30 p.m. Community Baptist 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.
Sunday, May 5
4 p.m. –Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.
Monday, May 6
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 11:30 p.m.–St. Joseph’s R.C. 5 Mann Ave.
Tuesday, May 7
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 5 p.m.–Emmanuel Church 42 Dearborn St.
Wednesday, May 8
7:30 a.m.–MLK Center 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd. 5 p.m. First Presbyterian (food by Newport Friends) 4 Everett St. Thursday, May 9 5 p.m. St. Paul’s Methodist (food by St. Mary’s Episcopal) 12 Marlborough St.
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On the first Sunday of each month, Emmanuel Church will take a field trip to explore other spiritual practices. Their first venture will be Sunday, May 5 at 5:30 p.m. when they will attend Vespers at Portsmouth Abbey, 285 Corey’s Lane, Portsmouth. The Abbey is a community of Benedictine monks. For more information, call the Emmanuel office at 401-847-0675. All are welcome to attend.
Newport County Citizens to End Homelessness will hold a forum on “Supportive Housing and How it Helps,” on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 p.m. at Child & Family, 31 John Clarke Rd., Middletown. Anne Cook will provide an overview of the program, and program participants will discuss how the program has changed their lives. Donations of soap, toothpaste, shampoo and other items for personal care will be collected. For more information, email nccitizenstoendhomelessness@gmail.com.
‘Annie’ at St. Philomena’s St. Philomena’s School will present the musical “Annie- Broadway Jr.” the weekend of May 3 - 5 in the school auditorium, 324 Corey’s Lane, Portsmouth to benefit the mission of the Sisters Faithful Companions of Jesus in the Philippines. Show times are May 3 at 7 p.m., May 4 at 1 and 7 p.m., and May 5 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12.
Arab Spring Update Dr. Hayat Alvi, of the Naval War College, will present a program entitled “Arab Spring 2013: An Update” at Trinity Church on Sunday, May 5. The discussion will be an update of select regional countries and how they are faring politically, economically, and socio-culturally since the uprisings in 2011. The program will be offered in Honyman Hall from 9-9:45 a.m.; coffee will be served and the public is welcome.
A Year of Faith Lecture Series St. Lucy’s Church will continue with its Year of Faith lecture series for adults on Tuesday, May 7 in the Parish Center Library, from 7 to 8 p.m. with a discussion on the Nicene Creed II. The series will continue on Tuesdays through May and future topics will be: the Jewish Roots of Christian Liturgy, the Sacraments, and Human Dignity. All adults are welcome. For more information, call 401-847-6153.
Vision Support Group INSIGHT, a nonprofit organization that helps people living with vision loss learn how to be more independent, will meet on Tuesday, May 7 at St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 12 Marlborough St. at 11 a.m. Anyone living with a visual impairment is welcome, as well as family members and friends. The group hosts monthly meet-
ings at the church on the second Tuesday of each month from September through June. Each meeting features a speaker who addresses a topic of interest to people living with vision loss. Past topics have included safe travel, medication management, transportation options, cooking, accessible social activities, and more. The group is positive and upbeat and veteran members of the group are always willing to offer advice and support to those newly affected by vision loss. For more information about the group, contact Rick Andrade at 401- 941-3322 or visit www.insight.org.
Military Spouse Support Group Calvary United Methodist Church offers a support group for military spouses each Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Spouse residents and those new to the area are welcome to meet at the church, 200 Turner Road, Middletown. For more information, call 401-847-6181.
Evensong Trinity Church will offer Evensong on Sunday, May 5 at 4 p.m. for the Feast of the Ascension. The choir will perform works by Finzi, Noble and Paulus. All are welcome.
Women’s Fellowship The Salvation Army hosts a weekly women’s fellowship group on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at 51 Memorial Blvd. The fellowship events include game nights, tea parties,
movie nights and Bible studies. All are welcome and asked to bring a potluck dish. For more information, call Lt. Helen Johnson at 401-8463234.
Transcendentalist Spirit Series The “Transcendentalist Spirit and an Evolutionary Spirituality, Exploring a Great Awakening” series continues at Channing Church on Tuesdays, May 7, 14, and 21, at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall. A three-part workshop will also take place on Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m.-noon, 1-5 p.m., 7-9 p.m., The final session will follow 10 a.m. worship on Sunday, June 2 and run 12-1:30 p.m. The fee is $10. Call 401-846-0643.
Save the Date The Aquidneck Island Crop Walk for Hunger will take place on Saturday, May 25. Twenty-five percent off the total funds we raise will stay on Aquidneck Island to help our own hungry. This year funds will be shared between the St. Joseph Church Soup Kitchen and the Community Baptist Church Soup Kitchen. Registrations and donations may be made on-line at www.cwsglobal.org. Click on Crop Hunger Walk, put in your zip code, and register for the Aquidneck Walk.
Houses of Worship are welcome to send information about upcoming events or to share special messages by emailing news@newportthisweek.net.
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NATURE
Secrets of the Egrets By Jack Kelly As birds arrive to nest in our region, they begin to engage in intricate mating rituals that humans seldom see. Birds of all species employ forms of courtship that include stylized songs, flight displays or ground displays. Male members of songbird species tend to establish territories, and they sing to entice females. The varieties and scope of these songs can be astounding. Some species use both song and display to attract females. Two wading bird species that can be observed locally during their mating periods are the Great Egret and the Snowy Egret. These strikingly beautiful and delicate looking birds have remarkable mating habits. Both of these species were hunted to near extinction in the early 20th century for their abundant Nuptial Plumes – long wispy feath-
ers on the back and breast – known as “aigrettes.” This French word for these feathers gave rise to the English name “egret.” The plumes were used to adorn women’s hats. Public outcry against such hunting led to the modern day bird conservation movement. This movement also led to the establishment of the National Wildlife Refuge System. In 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt set aside Florida’s Pelican Island as the first federally protected sanctuary for a number of plumed species. The average mature Great Egret is 38 inches long and has a wingspan of about 51-53 inches. It has bright white plumage, a long neck, yellow bill and eyes, and long black legs and feet. During breeding season, the adults have vivid grassgreen loral skin (the area between eye and base of the bill), and long, wispy, white nuptial plumes. Its upper bill may take on a dark hue. Locally, Great Egrets can be found in freshwater and brackish water wet-
lands as well as along calm, rocky seashores. The average adult Snowy Egret is 24 inches long and has a wingspan of about 40 inches. It has snow-white plumage, a black bill, long black legs and yellow feet. It is a foot shorter than the Great Egret and more light-bodied. Adults in high breeding condition have crimson loral skin, tangerine colored feet and abundant nuptial plumes. The Snowy Egret’s courtship display includes a short dance and the fanning of its nuptial plumes. The foraging habits of the two species are very different. The Great Egret will patiently stay in place waiting for prey or will move in slow deliberate steps before it strikes. The Snowy Egret will move through shallow waters in erratic, rapid movements as it pursues its prey. Both species can be found locally in the Gooseneck Cove salt marshes, the restored salt marshes behind Third Beach and in other
Snowy Egret in breeding colors and plumage at Gooseneck Cove salt marshes. (Photos by Jack Kelly)
Best Birding Spots n Miantonomi Park n Norman Bird Sanctuary n Brenton Point State Park
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(including Ballard Park and and Gooseneck Cove saltmarshes)
wetlands across the island. Both species nest in colonies established in trees throughout the islands of Narragansett Bay. While these two amazing species will be in our area until they migrate south again in early October, they will only be in high breeding condition for a few weeks. They are just two of the many diverse species that mate, breed and nest across various habitats in Newport County. Nesting Notes: The Conanicut Island Spring Bird Count will be held on Saturday, May 11. Those interested in participating should meet at the Jamestown Police Station at 6:30 a.m. For more information, contact Candy Powell at 423-1402, or Evelyn Rhodes at 423-1254. Jack Kelly, a native Newporter, is a wildlife photographer and nature enthusiast who enjoys sharing his experiences with others.
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Great Egret in breeding colors and displaying nuptial plumes at Gooseneck Cove salt marshes.
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