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Luminary Memorial Walkway Continues at Historic Girl Scout House

by Carolyn Bray Anyone missing a deceased loved one during this holiday season can submit that person’s name to East Providence Girl Scout Troop #117 and find the walkway of the Riverside Scout House at 351 Willett Avenue lit with luminary containers next to dedication cards naming the dearly departed. This is the fourth year the group has offered this visual tribute, and they will be lighting the luminaries for the first four Sunday evenings of December. They ask for a donation for this service, but say there is no amount specified - they’ve received everything from one dollar to $100 for the dedications.

The Girl Scout House in Riverside itself is a tribute to the dedication to the Scouts of a handful of people, including the three women who run it now as the East Providence Scout House Association. Linda Arruda, Elaine Mathers and Joyce Smedberg formed the non-profit association so they could raise money to maintain the Scout House. ...Continued on page 8

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Thursday, December 17 5-8 p.m.

The Recreation Center located at 100 Bullocks Point Ave. The East Providence Department of Parks & Recreation invites children of all ages and their families to catch the holiday spirit.

Make your own holiday ornament and play a game of Holiday Bingo!

Refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact the Recreation Center at 433-6360.

Holiday Open House

Friday, December 11th Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting EP City Hall Doors Open At 5pm • Santa’s Craft Shop • Entertainment & Refreshments Santa Arrives On The Plaza At 6:30pm

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More On The East Providence Teachers’ Contract

As the yearlong dispute between the city’s School Committee and its teacher union continues, officials all over the state are watching.

Many of the School Committee members believe the state law authorizes officials to take whatever action is necessary to avoid a spending deficit. By reducing teacher salaries and benefits, the committee, in January kept its budget in balance.

The old teachers’ contract expired on Oct. 31, 2008, and no new agreement had been reached by January.

With the district owing more than $7.4 million in back bills and the teachers’ salaries and benefits consuming 63 percent of the district’s total revenue, the committee implemented changes that saved the district more than $3.3 million.

The teachers’ union has filed an unfairlabor-practice complaint with the State Labor Relations Board and the School Committee countered by taking the matter to Superior Court.

“The issue, especially in East Providence, is really whether a teacher union can — by unilaterally saying no to reasonable and necessary cuts in salaries and benefits — force a double-digit tax increase on local taxpayers to balance a school budget” said Joseph Larisa.

City and district officials are asking the court to rule: 1 - That the committee acted lawfully with its January cuts; 2 - That the contract, which expired in October 2008, had no force or effect after its expiration; 3 - That the State Labor Relations Board has no jurisdiction in this matter; 4 - Or that if the State Labor Relations Board can rule on the matter, it cannot order the committee to spend any money that has not been allocated to it by the City Council or that would result in the district having to deficit-spend.

Cape Verdean Museum Looking For A New Home

Shipwreck artifacts that help tell their story remain boxed in storage and photos, ceramics, books and other objects have had to be turned away.

The Cape Verdean Museum Exhibit — the only one of its kind in the United States — needs a new home. The curator and board members say they have outgrown the storefront location on Waterman Avenue, and are asking city officials to help them find a new location. The former Union Primary School on Pawtucket Avenue in Rumford is of particular interest to them.

The school has been unoccupied since the East Providence Community Center and its food pantry moved to another location.

The Cape Verde islands were colonized by the Portuguese in the 15th century and became an independent country in 1975.

Immigrants from the islands have lived in New England for more than 200 years, making significant contributions to the whaling and cranberry industries.

Many East Providence residents have loaned or donated historic items to the museum. Its library has early reports on the slave trade and rare Cape Verdean collections.

East Providence City Manager said work would need to be done on heating and cooling systems at the old school to make it suitable for the museum.

E. Providence School Committee Trims $1.3 Million From Budget

The School Committee cut nearly $1.3 million from its 2009-2010 spending budget.

These reductions were ordered by the City Council.

While they reduced money allocated for testing services, technology, maintenance and non-instructional supplies, (the amounts are still higher than last year) the district will not reduce the amount it will spend on new textbooks and instructional supplies. More than $775,000 — an increase of more than $526,962 over last year’s $250,000 amount — is allocated for these purchases.

The School Department’s current $73.81-million budget includes $43.5 million from city property taxes and a possible $500,000 from the sale of the former Grove Avenue Elementary School. The total represents a 1.18-percent increase over the 2008-2009 budget. E.P. School officials will know if the district remained in the black when an audit is completed in the next couple of months.

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Inside This Issue Births..................................57 Business Directory...................70 Classifieds................................ 69 Clubs......................................31 Dining Guide............................66 E.P. Chamber of Commerce.....20 EBCAP News............................11 Events & Activities....................38 Hoilday Guide..................47 How You Can Help..................32 Letters to the Editor...................5 Library..................................54 News Briefs................................3 Opinions EP Education Assoc..........18 Superintendent's Office.....20 Parks and Recreation..............14 People......................................22 Senior Center News................59 School News......................25 Scouts...................................53 Sports................................29 State House....................34 Town News........................12 Weddings & Engagements......64

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Teachers Object To New Pay Proposal

The School Committee announced that, beginning in July 2011, East Providence teachers will be paid, in part, by how well they do in the classroom, not just based on years of employment.

If the plans go through, the East Providence would be one of the first in Rhode Island to enact “pay for performance” for teachers. Currently there are no school districts in Rhode Island where it happens now. Deborah A. Gist, education commissioner, supports pay for performance and said that by 2015, all districts must develop a plan to reward the most-effective teachers.

The East Providence Education Association, however, feels the School Committee has implemented the plan unilaterally and circumvented the union in the creation of its pay-for-performance plan.

Bus Safety Addressed

East Providence motorists who choose to ignore those blinking red lights on school buses may have a tougher time getting away with such violations starting this spring.

SmartBus Live! President Alfred Cardi appeared before the E.P. School Committee with a proposal to install cameras on city school buses. These cameras would snap photographs of vehicles and license plates that don’t stop when bus drivers activate the blinking red lights and the stop sign. The system is also capable of adding interior cameras that can record up to a week of bus activity.

The equipment is installed free of charge and the city would receive 12.5 % of every $300 violation that is issued through the system. City police feel having this technology is valuable when it comes to proving a violation occurred. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administrations, 159 school-age pedestrians have died in school bus related accidents since 1996.

School transportation director Ray Linneman said the earliest to expect these cameras, if approved by the committee, would be spring 2010.

Candidates Running for Dennigan’s Seat

Three candidates will take a shot at the District 62 House of Representatives seat formerly held by Elizabeth Dennigan including Mary Duffy Messier (D), of Pawtucket, Paul Dinsmore (I) of East Providence and Thomas Clupny (R), also of East Providence.

Ms. Dennigan announced that she was leaving her seat to oppose James Langevin for his Second Congressional District seat. District 62 covers the northern parts of East Providence and southern parts of Pawtucket.

Mary Duffy Messier is a lifelong Pawtucket resident spent time working behind the scenes on a number of other campaigns. Ms. Messier retired after 35 years of teaching in Cumberland and spent time as a union representative with the Cumberland Teachers’ Association. Messier feels that addressing the state’s unemployment rate, healthcare situation and focusing on an education funding formula is a “priority.”

Thomas Clupny has been a resident of East Providence since 1974. Mr. Clupny said he considered a spot on Smith Hill after he attended the Tax Day Tea Party in April. He is currently the Director of Environmental Affairs for the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority. Mr. Clupny said he wants to focus on government spending and education.

Paul Dinsmore is a lifelong Rumford resident who has made a run at District 62 in the past as an independent. Additionally, Mr. Dinsmore ran for the East Providence School Committee in 1988, but lost. He has been practicing law since 1981. This year, Mr. Dinsmore feels the big issue in the state is the budget.

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Dear East Providence Residents, All Townies,

I am a resident of East Providence and as a tax payer in this city I am more and more concerned each day by the state of our city. I have lived here all my life and raised my family here and have never before felt this way about our city. Each day, there is something else in the newspaper or we hear our town officials on the radio talking about East Providence. I have come to question the real motives of these people who seem to be searching for publicity rather than searching for answers to the problems they say we have.

I have numerous questions about the city’s financial condition. The City Council says we are bankrupt and the Auditor General says this is not true. The School Committee first tells us that it has a $3.4 million deficit, then $4 million, then $8 million, now $5 million. This seems to change every time we hear them speak. If the situation is so uncertain, and the School Committee is unable to get a handle on the situation, we need to get help from the outside. We need to determine the TRUE financial condition of our city. If we don’t have an appropriate figure, how can we make appropriate decisions? Perhaps we need a Fiscal Performance Review by the State Auditor General before we move forward.

I am dismayed that the School Committee is bungling along, making decisions that have long lasting, demoralizing effects on everyone. They seem to be making decisions that will get them in the spotlight on a state level. I am asking our city officials to stop seeking the limelight and start to work hard at alleviating the tensions and conflicts in our school system. You are our elected school committee and I expect that your first and only focus should be our children and what is best for them educationally - not what “message” we are sending to the rest

of the State. You work for US, the people of our wonderful city. Please begin to rebuild our wonderful city of East Providence – first from the inside. The State will notice on its own.

Sincerely, Charlie Tsonos

Now is the Time

Now is the time that we should be really coming together and supporting our city. I am tired of everyone saying that we should make Rhode Island regional instead of our historic 39 cities and towns. Yes we are the smallest state in the Union BUT, we have history! With that said, let us now decide to pick up where we all left off and come together and decide that what we need for East Providence is an atmosphere of economic growth! The Providence and Worcester Railroad has torn up their tracks to the berm that they put in off the Veterans Parkway. Should we encourage the P&W to put those tracks back and get that PORT going? YES! JOBS fellow Townies, JOBS! Thousands of JOBS are there for the asking.

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I work in Warwick. I see a small blue school bus driving through Warwick that that says Marine Environmental Studies on the side of it and the teacher who drives that little bus takes students from the three high schools in Warwick to areas that work with just that in and around Warwick! We have only one high school so that shouldn’t be hard to do. Working with URI, private agencies and Save the Bay, we can add that to the EP Vocational School: Marine Environmental Studies. Why? That seems to be one of the BIGGEST hang ups with the port and big ships. The other? The surrounding environment in general. Again, we can work with URI and other agencies to help continued on page 6

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Chip-A-Tree -2009 The East Providence Department of Public Works and Parks Division will be collecting and chipping Christmas Trees for use as mulch for City projects.

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our children learn how to have our cake and eat it, too! Another new class for the EP Vocational School! Then, we can send our children to URI, train them and then KEEP THEM HERE IN RHODE ISLAND with JOBS that have been put into place working on the marine interests in Rhode Island ~ especially EAST PROVIDENCE! We can be the pioneers for this project since Quonset/Davisville is still being argued over.

While they are arguing, WE CAN BE DOING! Make East Providence a special interest for JOBS! Support JOBS for the marine interests are just as important. Noise? Oh well! The whole area is/was? zoned INDUSTRIAL! You want to live in an industrial area; you have to put up with the industrial environment. Sorry, it just comes with the territory! And, our North of the Border Friends in Quebec will still want to be our friends if we would help them be their winter port! Canadian ports in the winter get a little frozen and ours don’t freeze that often!

OH, and all those empty condos and town houses on Roger Williams Ave.? Remember mill houses? If you want a job and can live near it, you will not mind that the P&W goes by a hundred times a day with trains that transport the goods and needs that YOUR JOB is providing! Our parents and grandparents put up with mill housing in the early part of the 20th century and Rhode Island thrived. INDUSTRY brings tax revenue NOT houses! It is a win-win deal! What do we says fellow TOWNIES? Are we TOWNIES FIRST, then Rhode Islanders and then JOB SUPPORTERS? Put them all together and it spells money for East Providence! TOWNIES ~ SUPPORT EAST PROVIDENCE! Paul Maziarz East Providence

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Bill Murphy of the East Providence Taxpayers Association in addressing the public at large said, “Sadly enough a recent editorial column written by Representative Savage parrots the talking points on Binding Arbitration distributed by the largest teacher’s union in the state, literally quoting the document word for word on more then one occasion.”

How insulting! I do not know which alleged union document Mr. Murphy is referring to, but I do know he has it backwards. My Open-Editorial was researched and written independently in August and I am more then capable of thinking and writing for myself. If there were parallel “word for word” quotations in both my Open Editorial and a union document, then it was the union borrowing from my writing (I’m complimented) and not as Mr. Murphy would have you believe. But unfortunately, truthfulness and accuracy is only a secondary concern for some people.

Mr. Murphy is also wrong and outright misleading on several other points. I did not support the perpetual contract bill which came over from the Senate. I did not support the Binding Arbitration Bill introduced in the House by Representative Gemma of Warwick.

My Open-Editorial shows support for Binding Arbitration legislation if the legislation is crafted correctly as I perceive the correctness to be.

To be done correctly Binding Arbitration Legislation must: - Only take into consideration each side’s last best offer; - Take fully into account the financial ability of a city or town to support its Schools; - Take fully into account the city/town financial obligations (long and short term) in all other areas of municipal government; - Ban teacher strikes and work to rule; - Not apply to management/labor contracts in dispute at time of passage.

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December 2009 The Reporter This form of Binding Arbitration Legislation, which I support, is totally different than that which Mr. Murphy and the East Providence City Council, following Councilman Larisa’s lead, constantly rant against and to which the East Providence School Committee, quite foolishly, exposed itself in a non binding way this past year. While they may share the same label, Binding Arbitration, that is where the similarities end. They are completely different in both composition and application. Not even as close as apples to oranges.

For the record, I do hope that Binding Arbitration Legislation with specific guidelines will pass in the General Assembly not because some union wants it, but because I sincerely believe it is a right solution to a long existing, and costly problem in Rhode Island.

Respectfully Submitted, Rep. John A. Savage

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Luminary Memorial Walkway Continues at Historic Girl Scout House

by Carolyn Bray In 1999, the women state, Rhode Island Girl Scouts sold off all their properties. The only community with their own meeting house left is the East Providence Girl Scouts.

The Scout House started life in 1870 as a one-room schoolhouse on farmland. In fact there is a sign on it naming it as the oldest surviving one-room schoolhouse in East Providence. The East Providence Historical Society has put the Scout House on the historical register.

The late Ruth Haselgrave, longtime Girl Scout who has been given a small plaque honoring her on the property, was one of the first Girl Scouts to use the building for the troops, which began in 1929. The property made its way into the hands of Mobil Oil, who had a facility nearby. With Ms. Haselgrave’s input, Mobil contributed to fixing the building, which was eventually given to the City of East Providence.

The women of the Girl Scout Association now handle the utilities, maintenance, insurance and upkeep of the building, including Offer Expires 1-15-10 shoveling snow and mowing the lawn, so troops can go on having their meetings, dinners and other events there. Maintaining the Sukhy Dillion has over 20 years experience in Threading Scout House and paying for the heat costs approximately $5000 per year, according to Linda Arruda. The building expenses are 1200 Fall River Ave. (next to Dunkin Donuts) paid through their annual Craft Fair, yard sales, and other similar activities.

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The building is used every day, including Sunday, with 13 troops availing themselves of the cozy facility, which has a fireplace, basement and small kitchen as well as a bathroom. Girls ages five through 18 participate in the troops, with characteristic Scout names like daisies, brownies, junior cadets and ambassadors.

When asked what it is about the Girl 310 Maple Ave., Barrington, RI 02806 Scouts that has kept them so devoted to the troops and keeping the Scout House for them, all the women smile as they look at each other. Linda Arruda says, “Friendships.” Joyce Smedberg adds, “Traditions.”

Elaine Mathers says watching the girls move through life and meeting up with them later, “They become your kids.” She notes that a young Japanese woman who was part of the East Providence Girl Scouts is now the first woman navigator on a container ship.

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The first part of this campaign launched with brown paper lawn and leaf bags. These bags cite the Social Host Law “Don’t Get Bagged… Adults who allow underage drinking parties on their property are subject to a $350-$1000 fine and/or 6 months in jail for a first offense.” Bags can be purchased at City Hall from the Public Works and Engineering department for a nominal fee.

The “Don’t Get Bagged…” campaign is a component of the “Townies Putting the Brakes On Underage Drinking” campaign.

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2009 Beautiful Landscape Award Recipients Announced

The East Providence Beautification Commission has selected four City properties to receive the 2009 Beautiful Landscape Award. This prestigious annual award recognizes organizations and businesses, which add to the aesthetic and environmental beauty of the City. Since 1967 the Beautification Commission has acknowledged those organizations, whose well-maintained properties exceptionally reflect pride of residence in East Providence. All neighborhood organizations are considered.

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For coordinating work completed at Boyden Heights Conservation Area, Boyden Boulevard, Riverside, Joe Gibson, Chair of the Beautification Commission said, “I personally congratulate the 2009 award winners, and it is a privilege to work with all Commission members.

There are many beautiful landscapes in our city, and awards decisions were not easy.

Residents are fortunate to live in a community where neighborhood businesses and organizations so visibly express their pride and respect for all to enjoy. Beautifully designed or carefully maintained landscapes add to the pride we all share.”

An award presentation ceremony was held in the council chambers of City Hall

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Submit your unique apple recipe along with a brief comment about the recipe, such as why it is special to you or how the recipe came about, by Saturday, December 12, 2009, to Yolanda Lodi, 41 Walnut Street, Middleborough, MA 02346. Be sure to include your phone number and/or e-mail address. If your recipe is selected you will receive a contributor’s copy upon publication.

Or you may bring your apple recipe to the Swansea Public Library on Saturday, December 12, between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and meet Yolanda Lodi, who not only will be signing copies of her two most popular cookbooks, Yolanda’s Blueberry Cookbook and Yolanda’s All New Cranberry Cookbook, but will also share her experiences in creating and collecting recipes.

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The East Providence Parks & Recreation Department sponsored the 28th annual Turkey Trot Charity Road Race on Saturday, November 21, 2009. There were 42 runners in the 4.3 mile fun run. Special thanks to race official Edward Cronan, the East Providence Police Dept., and Recreation Dept. staff their assistance and dedication.

Race results are as follows: Winner of the Edward Cronan Sr. Memorial trophy is: Andrew Estrada. This award is presented to the first East Providence resident to finish the race.

Division Winners: Male/Female Junior (18 & under): Andrew Estrada, 27:56 / Victoria Pereira, 31:55 Open (19-39): Andrew Sabourin, 26:54 / Lauren McKivergan, 33:42 Serving the Residents & Businesses of Rehoboth, Seekonk, & East Providence Master (40-49): Larry Walker, 28:47 / Kimberly Koness, 35:18 Mary Nascimento, Senior (50-59): Jim Limperis,Sales 29:03Manager / Pat LaChance, 32:46 maryn@eastprovreporter.com Grand Master (60-69): David Farrell, 32:05 / Jean Rainwater, 36:25 Diamond Master (70+): Fred Zulegar, 38:01 ads@rehobothreporter.com cell 401.569.4726 following lists all face finishers: ads@eastprovreporter.com officeThe 508.252.6575 Andrew Sabourin, 26:54; Andrew Estrada, 27:56; Larry Walker, 28:47; Daniel DeCoste, 28:54; Jim Limperis, 29:03; Eric Shuman, 31:54; Victoria Pereira, 31:55; David Farrell, 32:05; Mike Darigan, 32:13; Pat LaChance, 32:46; Eric Benevides, 33:04; Lauren McKivergan, 33:42; Christian Horne, 33:43; David Simmons, 33:49; Frank Baker, 34:06; Rachael Procter, 34:29; Kimberly Koness, 35:18; Evelyn Asante, 36:23; Jean Rainwater, 36:25; Jim Maloney, Serving the Residents & Businesses of Rehoboth, Seekonk, & East Providence 36:57; Heather Ameen, 37:40; Fred Zulegar, 38:01; Devon Goodwin, 38:24;Mary Frank Meireles, 38:35; Brian Drainville, 38:36; Susan ClemNascimento, Sales Manager ens, 39:02; Paul Pare, 39:55; Mark Adams, 40:48; Stan Kurzynski, maryn@eastprovreporter.com 41:12; Pat Kurzynski, 42:00; Maryanne Donato, 42:23; Linda Dubois, 42:37; Brandon Dubois, 42:37; Chuck Hyson, 43:02; Lynne cell 401.569.4726 Goodwin, 44:06; Douglas ads@rehobothreporter.com Procter, 45:23; Marc Drainville, 46:20; ads@eastprovreporter.com office 508.252.6575 Kathleen Correia, 51:06; Amanda Drainville, 52:25; Sue Winthrop, 104.57; Terri Landry, 105:23.

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by Carolyn Bray October and November were highly controversial months for City business, as conflicts between City workers and the City Council came to a head and open arguments occurred at City Council meetings. Councilman Coogan took Mayor Larisa to task for abrasive tactics, and two State Representatives (Daniel Daponte and Helio Melo) attending a City Council meeting strongly criticized how Mayor Larisa has been conducting the City’s business. After Councilman Coogan subsequently received a negative piece of mail with white powder in it (that turned out to be sugar), Mayor Larisa appealed to the public for more “civil debate,” although he was reported elsewhere as participating in angry arguments himself.

Meanwhile, the police union, suffering the Council’s lay-off of 13 police officers, worked in negotiations with the City and offered contract modifications that would essentially replace the $900,000 the Mayor said would be saved by the lay-off of the 13 officers. The 13 police officers were offered their jobs back. One had already gone to work for another community, according to Local 569 International Brotherhood of Police Officers President Detective John Rossi. It was reported on projo.com that Detective Rossi, (who could not be reached for this story) said, in response to Mayor Larisa’s stated happiness at the new police contract, that the agreement could have come months [earlier], avoiding layoffs.

The changes to the police contract include the officers giving up the next six holidays and forfeiting their annual uniform payments for two years. An enhanced early-retirement package is also being offered to the officers. They have until March 1 to decide whether to take it or not, and Detective Rossi believes six or more may take the deal.

Awaiting the results of arbitration by the police officers, challenging the City’s right to hire Police Chief Joseph Tavares from outside the ranks of the East Providence Police Department, Chief Tavares continues in his position for now and has the following to say about the laid-off police officers: “When the 13 police officers were offered their jobs back, it was a great day. Twelve officers have come back.” He states that, whatever the outcome of the arbitration about his position, he considers the day the officers were rehired his favorite day as Chief. He said the one officer who didn’t return, Geoffrey Waldman, is now working for his former employers, the Warwick Police Department. He spoke to Mr. Waldman personally, says they had a pleasant conversation, and that Chief Tavares joked they had done a swap, adding with a chuckle, “I don’t know who got the better end of the deal.”

As part of continuing business as usual while his professional fate is decided elsewhere, Chief Tavares also has the following statement on the official East Providence Police website: “The police department’s primary objective is to improve the quality of life in our City by identifying and addressing public safety and community concerns. The police department recognizes the importance of working with the community at large to develop programs to meet this objective and is committed to accomplishing its mission in a professional manner that promotes respect and dignity of all people.”

One of the more reflective public comments regarding the City Council’s recent actions and the police was posted on the website of Detective Corporal Dave Abbott of the East Providence Police Department. In his statement, addressed particularly to Mayor (Joe) Larisa, he echoes the public comments of others when he says: “I can empathize with Joe because he is volunteering to do greater good for his community… The greater good is finding a way for everyone to work together. That does not involve labeling one segment of an issue as the problem and expecting their sacrifice to be the only solution. The greater good is about building trust and

December 2009 The Reporter strengthening communication. Building trust with all segments of your community, be it taxpayers or employees…. The damage to this department and the City will take years to fix. I am not talking about financial damage. There is no trust or faith remaining in our City. It is not a good situation.

Whether you are in the public or private sector there has to be a desire for employees and management to work together. When you cannot trust those elected to lead… who can you trust? If you really think that taxpayers are getting a better deal in services with everything that has taken place, then I would caution taxpayers that an increase or decrease in money does not equate to a change in services, but the way workers are treated most definitely will.”

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By Val Lawson

East Providence Teachers Willing to Bargain but...

What about the School Committee?

Over the past year, as the President of EPEA, I have repeatedly voiced the concerns of the East Providence teachers. Throughout the conflict over our contract, we have been disregarded by this school committee and administration despite their claims. Another example of this mistreatment is the committee’s unilateral implementation of a pay for performance compensation plan. This action clearly demonstrates and reinforces our claims that the committee is not interested in resolving its dispute with the teachers by bargaining in good faith, as other school committees have across the state.

The process by which the EPEA first received notification of the pay for performance compensation plan came from Mr. Kinder – the school committee’s well paid attorney – September 11. At this time, in his letter, Mr. Kinder inquired whether the EPEA intended to bargain over this proposal, and if so to contact him as soon as possible. He made it clear ~ Holiday Styling ~ the pay for performance plan would be implemented effective October 1, with or without Comfortable Salon Atmosphere bargaining. So, once again, we the teachers find ourselves in a situation of dealing with a school committee that claimed it wanted to bargain with the teachers but launched a Creating with you for 18 years timeline of less than a month before implementation.

Despite our reservations concerning the school committee’s commitment to bargain, we responded by letter dated September 15 indicating that, as always, the EPEA was willing to negotiate, and suggested three dates in early October.

We ultimately agreed to meet October 6. At this time, the EPEA submitted a three year proposal including language on pay for performance. We were disappointed, but not surprised, that the school committee came to the table with no proposal, since we believed Expires 12.24.09, New Clients Only it would present one if only to support its claim of willingness to bargain, while consistently pointing out that it is the teachers who refuse to negotiate.

Mr. Carcieri has stated this on numerous occasions, but once again the actions of the school committee prove his statements are empty rhetoric. Throughout this process, the committee has never demonstrated that it was seriously interested in resolving this dispute. In fact, the recent actions regarding pay for performance suggest that it would prefer to continue to prolong the conflict and legal process by adding additional issues to the dispute.

Despite the committee’s failure to submit a proposal and its bargaining history, the East Providence teachers agreed to present our proposal as an act of good faith. Through out this process, it has been the East Providence teachers who have been committed to working with the school committee in bargaining a successor agreement in the best interest of both parties. But at this negotiation session we were informed that the committee had not yet completed its proposal and that we would have it within a week. We discussed some of our proposal and then scheduled a meeting for October 19. On the day of our next meeting we were notified our session Children bring in an was cancelled because Mr. Kinder was unable to attend. We then unwrapped new toy & receive scheduled another meeting for October 27.

However, with no notice to the EPEA, the superintendent, by one childrens breakfast for letter dated October 21, contacted four teachers to serve on the free with the purchase of a school committee’s Teacher Evaluation Improvement Committee.

In his letter, the superintendent stated that the East Providence adult breakfast.

School Committee had decided to implement certain changes to the way in which our district compensates teachers.

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The EPEA finally received the school committee proposal a month after we presented our proposal to the committee. It was sent Friday afternoon, November 6, three weeks after their selfgranted extension. We finally met November 10 to discuss the exchanged proposals.

If there was ever any doubt of the intentions of this school committee to restore some measure of stability and sanity in its relationship with its teachers, its latest actions and proposals clearly show otherwise.

As a result, this committee has left the EPEA no alternative but to file yet another unfair labor practice. This school committee continues to travel down the same road, spending taxpayer money on exorbitant legal fees to fight its unlawful actions toward the teachers.

So far, the only winners in this fight are the lawyers.

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I recently read correspondence received from one of our advanced placement teachers. He is very concerned about our talented and gifted students, particularly in our middle schools. As your superintendent, I share his concern. He is certainly not alone; many principals have expressed their concern as well.

The East Providence School System has not done all it can do for our talented and gifted students, particularly at the middle school level. Too often a general attitude exists that these students are self-starters and will always succeed. But, if our gifted students are not continually challenged, particularly in the middle grades, then they tend to get bored, they stop pushing themselves to remain engaged and simply let themselves go! As a result, these students may end up achieving well below their intellectual capacity. And this occurs before they enter high school!

Many years ago, as principal of a blue-ribbon middle school, I implemented a “Talented and Gifted” (TAG) Program for our advanced students. The TAG Program was geared toward specific instructional requirements necessary to keep our gifted, middleschool students academically challenged and engaged in school.

We had particular teams of teachers uniquely qualified to teach advanced subject matters geared toward that particular group of students. They worked in flexible schedules, focused on a variety of academic subjects. It was a great success. Those students moved on to high school fully engaged and well-prepared for a rigorous advanced placement program.

Just as we are making huge strides in serving our special needs children by returning them to our school community with our EPSD/Bradley partnership, so we must make progress in serving our advanced placement students. And we must start at the middle schools. We must identify and acknowledge the unique academic needs of our gifted students by re-organizing how we deliver qualified classroom instruction to meet our gifted students’ needs. This re-organization will to be part of a planned, well-thought out comprehensive re-tooling of our current middle school model.

I am pleased to have that teacher who corresponded on our staff. He rightfully pointed out that we can achieve this goal without spending more money. Indeed, as your superintendent I am responsible to run this school department on a balanced budget. continued on page 20

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December 2009 The Reporter However, I have no intention of forsaking any of our students by failure to provide the appropriate education for all of our students.

And so, we must innovate.

There are a variety of factors necessary to accomplish this goal.

It requires the cooperation of our teachers to work in “cohorts” or groups, for our principals to participate in identifying those teachers who are prepared to teach at an advanced level, to have the freedom to determine those teachers’ best placement for each classroom or subject to properly meet the needs of our gifted students. It requires teamwork and flexibility in determining classroom assignments, school buildings and scheduling of classes.

For example, our teams of teachers’ skills may be differentiated by math, foreign language, literature, etc.

Currently, our middle schools operate on a fixed schedule with no flexibility. Our principals do not have the leeway to choose teachers by “best fit” according to classroom needs.

Our teachers are responsible for sizeable groups of students with a variety of learning styles. Without specific focus on “differentiated” teaching in every classroom, it is difficult for them to meet the needs of every student; students who are typically learning at different paces and who have different learning styles, particularly our gifted students. Indeed, by continuing this practice we are asking too much of our teachers and under serving our students.

I have given a lot of consideration to the different paths we may take to meet the needs of our gifted and talented students. We may also consider the highly regarded “School-Wide Enrichment Model” (SEM). Whichever direction we take the East Providence School Department will ultimately have one more program that will not be a victim to budget constraints. An outcome too many public schools in RI have experienced.

I am sure that our parents don’t want our brightest kids strategizing around the inadequacies of our school district’s lack of gifted programs.

I am certain that our parents and students expect “their” schools to operate in such a way that all of our students learning needs are met.

As your superintendent, I look forward to receiving the professional cooperation from our teachers that is necessary to meet these expectations.

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Betsy Dennigan, Democratic candidate for congress in the 2nd congressional district has received the important endorsement of the National Organization For Women. NOW is the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States with 550 chapters.

In announcing the endorsement, Carolyn Mark, President of the Rhode Island chapter of NOW said, "Ms. Dennigan has been and will be unequivocal in her support of issues that improve the lives of women and as a result for families in Rhode Island and across the country.

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Cox Communications awarded $16,000 in Cox Charities grants to 16 non-profit organizations as part of the Cox Charities Employee Grant Program, an extension of the company’s philanthropic work in those communities where its employees live and work.

Cox employees have a well-earned reputation for being ambassadors in their communities. Annually, employees are given an opportunity to nominate organizations in Rhode Island and Connecticut that support education and youth development for $1,000 grants. An advisory group comprised of Cox employees from various departments ranks the applications and votes for final selections. The committee reviews and ranks each application on several key criteria before final selections are made.

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The Providence Art Club will host the exhibit from November 22 to December 24

Many galleries feature small work exhibitions this time of year, but no one has carried on this tradition longer than the Providence Art Club. For more than a century, the Art Club has displayed original works at small prices during its annual Little Pictures Show & Sale. And the tradition continues this year, as the galleries will be home to an array of diverse multi-media works, all for $250 or less.

Several local artists, including, Karl Doerflinger, of East Providence; Nancy Godfray and Donna Kenny Kirwan, of Rumford; and Shawn Kenney and Meredith Thayer of Riverside; will have their artwork displayed as part of this cash and carry exhibition. Their work will be featured, in the Club’s newly renovated spaces, alongside pieces by more than 100 artist members. Blending together a collection of timeless landscapes and still lifes with intricate glass works and mixed media assemblages, this medley of mediums and styles are sure to satisfy every art aficionado. Purchases can be picked up immediately, an ideal opportunity to give the gift of art to someone special for the holidays.

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The month of October was an exciting one for the entire Orlo Avenue community. Students, family members, teachers, staff, and neighbors collected 1,270 cans for local food pantries in East Providence. Students kept tally counts, graphed weekly results, and created their own math problems using the can collection data. Orlo Avenue would like to thank the parents and staff for delivering the cans to the local food panties. Congratulations to all students that went above and beyond to help those in need.

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Student leaders from Wheeler’s ECO Club were able to attend planning meetings for the project. “There have already been many ‘green’ improvements at Wheeler,” said student Jiawen Tang, a co-president of the School’s ECO Club (Environmental Concerns Organization), “But the installation of the solar panels will be the most visible example of Wheeler’s efforts and dedication to sustainable development and environmental action.”

ECO co-president student Sol Taubin added, “By converting to solar panels and having the Farm run completely on solar energy, Wheeler is dramatically decreasing its environmental impact. It’s fantastic to see such a commitment being made by an institution and school, and on behalf of ECO (and the world), we’d like to thank Wheeler for making such a commitment to alleviating environmental impacts and involving students in its efforts.”

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Kent Heights Receives Grant

Kent Heights Elementary School has received a $750 grant from the ExxonMobil Educational Alliance program to support the school’s math program. The PTA worked with the school to secure the grant, which is one of 2,400 available to schools across the country served by Exxon or Mobil stations. The grants were made possible by funding from the ExxonMobil Corporation.

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Mrs. Cullion, Principal of Silver Spring Elementary School, announces the students who received certificates at the Silver Spring Achievement Assembly held on November 20, 2009 Grade One Sofia Almeida, Wasan Barnawy, Devonee Barrette, Rahmel Berkley,Amaya Brown, Taylah Brum, Arianna Carbone, Priscilla Constant, Alex Correia, Benjamin Correia, Evete Craveiro, Cassandra Cunningham, Aaron DaCunha, Ashley DeOliveira, Aiyonna Enos, Ethan Escobar, Larissa Feitosa, Amaya Fiske, Alexis Fritsche, Saanvi Hole, Brooklyn Joyce Kshama Kolur, Nathan Lathrobe, Paige Lewis, Ariyana Medas, Alyssa Miller, Sai Davan Musunuri, Colby Nelson, Anshu Nunemunthala, Karicia Pimentel, Ethan Proulx, Adriana Ramos, Sydney Ribeiro, Vincent Seal, Marisa Silva, Arianna Soares, Sabrina Soares, KyMani Stuckey, Lauren Vieira, Dakota Watjen, Jon Williams, Tatianna Williams, Rocco Wolfe, Alexandra Woods Grade Two Daniel Andrade, Matthew Andrews, Greg Anthony, Anthony Arruda, Sadie Barros, Rachel Bettencourt, Jared Cabral, Christina Capobianco, Miguel Carranza, Ashley Cassino-Henriquez, Sasha Chibante, Katie Costa, Alyssa DeOliveira, Dwyneth Dumapias, Sarah Feitosa, Leanne Fontes, Madison Forti, Brayden Fowler, Jace Kassed, Abbey Lemieux, Robert MacDougall, Riley Mello, Paige Messier, Michelle Northup, Aaron O’Malley, Aaliyah Pattie, Zachai Rodrigues-Smith, Jenna Starnino, Eliza Vecchiarelli, Stella Wolfe, Alessandra Woods Grade Three Elizabeth Adamjan, Casey Burke, Jason Cabral, Deonna Cooley, Alyssa Craveiro, Neha Dharmapuram, Cameron Ellinwood, Dylan Enos, Jake Freitas, Marcus George, Alexia Goncalo, Kayla Harris, Ariana Henderson, Robyn Levasseur, Shiyuan Huang, Joseph Lyssikatos, Mariana Matteson, Quinn McCaughey, Jazzmyne Miller, Sarah Morris, Dylan Pacheco, Anaizah Perry, Tyson Reed, Janessa Rivera-DeLomba, Maia Villarica, Dorian Woods Grade Four Cameron Barros, Amanda Bettencourt, Michaela Botelho, Justin Brasil, Jessica Carter, Tyler Coelho, Jessica Costa, Brianna DaCunha, Nathen DaLuz, Isaac Dinerman, Amyra Durkin, Cameron Ellinwood, Alexandria Escalera, Tyler Germano, Justin Goncalo, Alyssa Guarino, Danayshia Jackson, Charita Kunta, Syanne Levesque, Alyssa Machado, Aryanna Machado, Brooke Martins, Liam McCaughey, Shelby Mello, Kate Mendillo, Ashlyn Messier, Jacob Miguel, Bret Nascimento, Kevin Nunez, Michelle Pinto, Cynthia St. George, Jacob Schafer, Mackenzie Shields, Riley Skog, Jeremy Smith, Hunter Travassos, Jordan Tunstall, Lynn Antonette Villarica, Romeo Walmsley, Tae-Joon Yoo, Haley Zalomski Grade Five Julia Andrade,Connor Azulay, Elena Carrranza, Cameron Farias, Eric Ferreira, Tyler Freitas, Trey Kassed, Kishan Kolur, Michael Landry, David Ogunronbi, Jack Ouellette, Justin Palrao, Makenzie Ribeiro, Cassandra Santiago, Rebekah Vecchiarelli

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EPHS Girls 2009 JV Volleyball State Champs

The East Providence High School JV Girls Volleyball under the coaching of Mike Solitro has earned the title of 2009 JV State Champs. They have also earned the Division 1 North Title. We are all extremely proud of them and the effort they have put into working together as a team to achieve such success.

EPHS Girls 2009 JV Volleyball State Champs Back Row: Mary Monagle, Izzy Newton, Samantha Landry, Nicole Strik, Hannah Drolet, Lindsey Allienello, Leah Drolet, Lexie Cordeiro, Coach Mike Solitro Front Row: Thomeeka Speaks, Alyssa Dias, Lauren Discuillo, Jillian DeLude, Lucianna McLaughlin, Patti LaLiberte, Adria Spivey

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Who’s Who & What They Do Profiling Local Businesses

Tirrell Realty Enters The Franchise Arena, Brings Weichert® Brand Name, Expanded Service to Market Broker/Owner and President Phil Tirrell has announced that the company known throughout East Providence and East Bay as Tirrell Realty, is now an independently owned and operated franchise with Weichert Real Estate Affiliates.

Newly named Weichert, Realtors® - Tirrell Realty, the office located at 1086 Willett Avenue in Riverside brings “not only a new brand name to the market,” Tirrell said, “but a new brand of service.”

Tirrell, a 30-year veteran real estate professional, has owned Tirrell Realty since 2005. Armed with many years experience as a Realtor with two other major franchises, he took a look at franchising as a way to expand his company’s service capabilities “and to help my agents become the best in the industry,” he said. On the agent front, the Weichert® organization provides in-person local training, along with ongoing online education and a support system that includes marketing tools and leads.

In addition, Tirrell said, “the people I talked to are really real estate people,” individuals who are “grounded and back-grounded” in the kind of experience that relates directly to the task at hand.

From founder Jim Weichert, to Weichert Affiliates President Martin J. Rueter and his management staff, the team is made up of people who have been in the field as Realtors, Brokers, office owners, managers and sales people, “rooted or reared in real estate.”

Rueter joined in the conversion announcement. “We are especially proud that a highly respected professional like Phil, who shares our consumer-centric business philosophy, has chosen to be a member of the Weichert family,” he said. “Together, we expect to bring the best service available in the industry to this unique market.”

Weichert, Realtors® is one of the nation’s largest privately owned providers of real estate and home ownership services.

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In addition to training and support for agents and managers, the full service organization offers mortgage and insurance services, an award-winning Internet lead-generation platform, a Realtor® recruitment program, and global outreach in the relocation arena. Other support services include in-house marketing, advertising, dedicated public relations, pre-license schools and Realtor recruitment.

Tirrell is licensed in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

He is a long-established top producer, trainer and award-winning team leader, whose up-the-ranks career included membership in real estate’s million-dollar and multi-million-dollar clubs. Since opening his own company four years ago, he has added 17 agents and plans to launch an ambitious recruiting campaign to add to the sales team. Meanwhile, Tirrell and the current members of Weichert, Realtors® - Tirrell Realty can be reached at 401-437-2030.

Phil Tirrell new owner of first Weichert franchise in East Providence market Weichert has nearly 18,000 sales associates in approximately 500 company-owned and franchised sales offices in key markets throughout the U.S. A family of full-service real estate and financial services companies, Weichert helps customers buy and sell both residential and commercial real estate, and streamlines the delivery of mortgages and home and title insurance.

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The Lions Club of Rumford Presents

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS OF HISTORICAL EAST PROVIDENCE SITES Supplies Are Limited – Don’t Wait – Last Year’s Edition Was Sold-out The Lions Club of Rumford presents the second in their annual series of Christmas ornaments. Each year, a new ornament depicting an icon of East Providence will be added to this collector’s series.

The 2009 ornament depicts the main gate of Pierce Memorial Stadium. The ornament was manufactured and hand assembled in the USA by the same company that makes the official White House Christmas Ornaments. It is made of gold plated brass, so that it will not tarnish. It is three dimensional, with the banner resting on the gate pillars with the gate behind the pillars.

Ornaments are available through any member of the Rumford Lions Club. They are also available by mail.

The cost is $15 and if ordered through the mail there is a $1.50 per ornament shipping fee. Please send your payment to: Rumford Lions, PO Box 4921, Rumford, RI 02916. Be sure to include your shipping information and a telephone number. You also may contact the Lions at rumfordlions@cox.net or by calling 401-474-1212.

This ornament will look great on your Christmas Tree. It also make a great gift for family and friends.

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Horseplay equine rescue is having a Holiday Pasta and Craft Fair benefiting HorsePlay Equine Rescue and Sanctuary, at the North Kingstown Community Center, Beach Street, Wickford, R.I. Tickets only $10.00 for pasta Dinner and choice foods and Vegetarian Foods, Not just for Horse Lovers – Animal shelters and rescues throughout R.I. will be there. RSVP Horseplay @ (401) 294-3565 or horseplayri@msn.com.

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Many wonderful and generous donations made the Tap-In Thanksgiving program very successful, assisting about 350 East Bay families.

Enrollment for the Christmas program will begin on Nov. 30, and the agency is hoping to be equally generous despite the difficult economy. Families with children will receive toys and a Gift Card.

Only new toys will be accepted during this time, and donations of Gift Cards for older children to stores such as Target, Wal-Mart and FYI as well as Movie Tickets would be greatly appreciated. Singles and older couples will each receive a small gift, a canned ham, and a Gift Card, so small non-perishable hams would also be very welcome. Distribution will take place on Sat., Dec.19.

While no furniture can be accepted during the month, bedding and linens particularly in full, queen and king sizes are always needed and disappear as quickly as they come in. Also, the housewares closet is in need of small appliances such as toaster ovens, mixers, coffee makers, and pots and pans.

The agency will be closed Wed, Thurs and Fri of Thanksgiving week, and Thurs and Fri of Christmas week. Donations may be dropped off anytime during regular office hours of 9 to noon, Monday thru Friday.

Please call the office at 247-1444 during those hours for any further information.

Tap-In is located in the lower level of the Library building on County Road.

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During the month of October Tap-In assisted nearly 600 families with food. Small wonder that the supplies are constantly in need of replenishing! Volunteers are working hard to lend assistance, but the need

December 2009 The Reporter keeps growing and the volunteer pool doesn’t. Agency volunteers would be happy to speak with and give a tour to anyone who feels they might have a little time to contribute particularly during the holiday season when things are particularly busy.

Donations of non-perishable food items such as instant potatoes, gravy, corn, green beans, stuffing, cranberry sauce, fruit, baking mixes, juice, etc. as well as reusable bags and $15 vouchers would be most helpful now to fulfill the Thanksgiving Program registration of over 300 families.

Located in the lower level of the Library building, Tap-In is open Monday thru Friday from 9 to noon. Volunteers would be happy to accept all donations of food, household items, linens, children’s clothes, small appliances, etc. during those hours. Please call 247-1444 at those times for further information

Get Into The Holiday Spirit: Become A Fresh Air Host Family

This November, many families in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are thankful for something special: the gift of their friendship with a New York City child. Through The Fresh Air Fund’s Friendly Town program, local families open their hearts and homes to inner-city children as volunteer hosts for up to two weeks during the summer. By volunteering as a host family for summer 2010, the spirit of Thanksgiving can continue in your home throughout the year. One child recounts the activities she tried in Friendly Town during her visit. “I saw things here that I don’t get to see in New York – like deer, frogs and the stars!”

Since 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, an independent, not-for-profit agency, has provided free summer vacations to more than 1.7 million New York City children from low-income communities.

Nearly 10,000 New York City children enjoy free Fresh Air Fund programs annually.

In 2009, close to 5,000 children visited volunteer host families in suburbs and small town communities across 13 states from Virginia to Maine and into Canada.

Additionally, 3,000 children attended five Fund camps on a 2,300-acre site in Fishkill, New York. The Fund’s year-round camping program serves 2,000 young people each year.

For more information on hosting Happy a Fresh Air child next summer, please Holidays! contact Claire Duckmanton at 508-7618242 or The Fresh Air Fund at (800) 3670003. You can also visit The Fund’s Web site at www.freshair.org.

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fundraiser for Angelcat Haven Feline Rescue Please join Angelcat Haven and Santa for a photo of your pet with Santa Claus. The event will take place at the Petco in South Attleboro, located on Route 1. Photos will be taken on Saturday, December 5, 2009 and Saturday, December 12, 2009 between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Photos are $8.95 and $5.00 from every photo will be donated to Angelcat Haven Feline Rescue.

This year has brought an even greater influx of homeless cats and kittens, says Angela Frankudakis, president of Angelcat Haven. Due to the poor economy and many local foreclosures, the group has been faced with helping more cats than usual. “2009 has been a difficult one,” she says. “And every donation helps".

Have your pet’s photo taken with Santa and Petco will donate to help with the care of these cats. The Participating Petco is located on Rt. 1 in South Attleboro.

Angelcat Haven (ACH) is an all-volunteer,501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing stray and abandoned cats in Southeastern Massachusetts. For more information, or to volunteer, please call our message center at (508) 203-4240 or visit www.angelcathaven.com. Tax deductible donations can be sent to Angelcat Haven, 36 Bacon square, Plainville, MA 02762

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Rep. Savage Bill Helps “GREEN” Rhode Island

Early in 2008 Representative Jack Savage (R-Dist. 65 East Providence) introduced legislation (H-7068) that would reduce rubbish disposal costs for cities and towns as they increased the amount of their recyclable waste. While at that time, Rep. Savage’s bill didn’t garner the necessary votes for passage, it did become part of a comprehensive package introduced by Rep. Jan Malik (D-DIST. 67 Barrington/ Warren), Chairman of the House “Environment and Natural Resources Committee” and was subsequently enacted into law and became part of the state’s fiscal year 2009 budget.

Currently, the standard rate municipalities pay to dispose rubbish material at the landfill is $32 a ton (No charge for recyclable material). Under Savage’s incentive-based proposal this fee could be reduced by as much as $3.00 per ton for those cities and towns who recyclable at least 24% of their collective waste.

When initially proposed, Representative Savage said of his legislation, “This is an incentive for our cities and our citizens to increase our recycling efforts. This measure reduces the tipping fees for communities that dispose of their waste in the most efficient way while also increasing the lifespan of our central landfill.”

In August it was reported that East Providence was one of 16 communities to qualify for a rebate. For recycling 24.4% of its disposable waste, East Providence received a rebate check of $14,131 from the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation.

Respectfully Submitted, Rep. John A. Savage

Gallison Bill Strengthening Penalties for Underage Drinking By Boaters Enacted

State House – Newly enacted legislation sponsored by Rep. Raymond E. Gallison Jr. will crack down on drinking by underage boaters by stripping them not only of their right to operate a boat, but also of their right to drive a car.

“Kids need to understand that the water isn’t a fantasy land where the laws of the land don’t count. Driving a boat drunk is just as dangerous, if not more, than driving a car drunk. But just taking away their boating licenses isn’t going to put enough of a dent in their lifestyle to drive the message home. Taking away their drivers’ license will, and it might save someone’s life. If they’re driving drunk on the water, there’s a stronger possibility that they’re driving their cars drunk, too,” said Representative Gallison, a Democrat who represents District 69 in Bristol and Portsmouth.

Under the new law, effective immediately, an underage person who is convicted of operating a boat, jet ski, waverunner, hovercraft or other watercraft under the influence of alcohol could lose his or her right to operate a boat for three to six months and his or her automobile driver’s license for a year, on top of any other penalties they might face relating to the offense.

The legislation (2009-H 5289aa), which passed the Assembly late last month and became law last week without the governor’s signature, would also allow the suspension of the registration of the boat that the young person is operating at the time of the

December 2009 The Reporter offense. The purpose of that provision is to encourage those who own boats to ensure that they are not used by young people who are going to operate them while drunk.

“We thank the Bristol Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition and Representative Gallison for taking on this important initiative.

The more tools we have in our arsenal to protect our kids and others using our roadways and waterways, the better.” added Diane Mederos, Town Administrator for the Town of Bristol.

Representative Gallison, who submitted the bill last year as well, sponsored it at the suggestion of the Bristol Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition. The coalition’s chairwoman, Victoria White, said the group felt strongly that Rhode Island law should specifically address underage drinking by boaters.

“It’s a red letter day for the Ocean State. This legislation is well-tenured in New York and they have better boating statistics because of it. It’s all about risk-reduction and standard-setting,” said White.

Perseverance Pays

On February 16, 2005, at the request of then East Providence School Superintendent Dr. Jacqueline Forbes, I, along with Rep. Henry Rose, introduced legislation which provided for the statewide transportation of students with special needs. This measure alone would save school departments across the state hundreds of thousands of dollars. This legislative proposal was heard in the Health, Education and Welfare Committee, but failed to generate enough support to be voted out of committee. The measure was reintroduced again in 2006 and 2007, but met the same fate.

On January 3, 2008, I, along with Rep. Rose and Rep. Helio Melo, proposed legislation which would require the state to finance the transportation costs for those students who traveled out of our city to attend private, public, or vocational schools. The measure was heard in House Finance but again failed to gain sufficient support.

This year, on February 25th, I, along with Representatives Melo and DaSilva, introduced legislation which called for the consolidation of all school bussing contracts into one statewide bussing contract. The legislation had three objectives: 1) The elimination of the duplication of routes transporting children within and out of the city; 2) The improvement of service to children through the development of routes with shorter ride times; and 3) The reduction of costs to local school districts through efficiency and eliminating the need for each school district to contract for these services separately.

The good news is this was the year.

House Bill 5646 became Article 12 in the Supplemental Budget and was signed into law in April. Hundreds of thousands of dollars in bussing costs will now be saved by our cities and towns. Equally important – a first step has been taken toward the consolidation of school support services on a state wide basis.

Respectfully Submitted, Rep. John A. Savage District 65 Riverside

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Lighthouse Santa to Visit East Providence by Boat on Sunday, Dec. 6 East Providence, RI: Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Santa and his elves will be returning to Narragansett Bay onboard their holiday-themed boat. Children and adults of all ages are invited to welcome and wave to Lighthouse Santa as he travels along the East Providence coastline sending holiday greetings. There will be plenty of time to take photos, too. Lighthouse Santa will be quite visible in his jolly red suit and will be ringing a handbell and waving to onlookers along the shoreline.

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Weather-permitting, Lighthouse Santa’s visit is scheduled for Sunday, December 6 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Lighthouse Santa will begin his journey from Bullocks Cove in Barrington/Riverside and will be traveling along the eastern shoreline of East Providence toward Providence.

He will remain in his boat and will not be going ashore during this visit.

Due to weather and tidal conditions, the time schedule is estimated for seeing Lighthouse Santa and his elves. Their travel itinerary and best viewing locations will be: 10:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m. for Narragansett Terrace and Rose Larisa Park. At approximately 10:30 a.m., they are scheduled to be in the Sabin Point Park area until 10:45 a.m. Then, they will travel further north along the Riverside coastline and East Bay Bike Path to Pomham Rocks Lighthouse. The boat will arrive and circle the Lighthouse between 10:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

After visiting the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse area, Santa and his elves will continue traveling northward along the East Providence coastline toward Squantum Woods and over to Providence and Waterplace Park. From there, they will continue their journey by heading south on Narragansett Bay along the western shoreline of Providence and Cranston.

For more information, photos and updates, visit the Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Web site at www.pomhamrockslighthouse.org or their page on Facebook: facebook. com/pomhamrockslighthouse.

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Riverside Circle #28, Daughters of Isabella, has chosen St. Martha’s Church’s Annual Christmas Dinner Theater for its December meeting. Circle members who plan to attend the Christmas Dinner Theater will meet on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 1:30 pm at St. Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence, RI.

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The Rhode Island Wind Ensemble will present the “Hands Across the Sea” holiday concert at St. Andrew’s School on Federal Road in Barrington, RI, to benefit The International Institute of Rhode Island on December 13th, Sunday, at 2 P.M. The guest soprano soloist will be Melanie Colvin. Admission will be toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, soap, deodorant) or hats, mittens, scarves, and socks. Gift cards to Ocean State Job Lot or Walmart would also be welcome.

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On December 4, 5 and 6th, St. Martha’s Church (2595 Pawtucket Ave) will be holding its annual Christmas Dinner Theatre.

This year’s production is “A Christmas Carol: the musical”. Tickets are $15.00 (general admission) and $10.00 (Kids 10 and under).

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UNISONG is back and in a big way - we have a new home and collaboration! All UNISONGs will now take place at the RI Philharmonic Music School, at 667 Waterman Ave. in E. Providence.

We are on a bus route, wheelchair accessible and there’s plenty of parking. Our collaboration with RPM Voices (www.rpmvoices.com) means every UNISONG will begin with a warm-up by RPM Voices founder and director, Dr. Clarice LaVerne Thompson.

However, on Dec 12, Dr. Thompson will be doing more than warming us up - she will be sharing and teaching a variety of holiday music with us all. Families are strongly encouraged to attend this very festive experiential event.

Dr. Thompson believes that group singing has some very significant attributes that prove to be vital universally to communities at large throughout the world: We cannot all talk together, but we can all sing together.

Choral music technique and education is experiential.

Singing together fosters social bonds, which fosters community, family, networking, and the sharing of folk traditions and cultural expressions UNISONG is a non-performance community singing session meeting monthly. UNISONG is lead by a different guest musical director each time to explore music from diverse sources.

Conceived by Jodi Glass, a life-long music lover and community organizer, UNISONG has come to fruition with the help of Kathy Jellison, Priscilla Young, Rachael Warren, Rose Weaver and Cathy Clasper-Torch. “Music is a deeply powerful source for expression and can lead to positive change,” said Jodi. “With that in mind, we seek to bring together people from different cultures, generations, genders and musical experience or interest in order to learn from each other and have a good time making music.”

Participants don’t have to do the following in order to sing along: read music, attend every time, prep for any performance, prep at all, or have previous experience singing with a group.

A $5 admission fee is requested - no one will be turned away Contact: Jodi Glass at jlglass53@aol.com or http://www. unisong.net/ “bringing people together in song…knocking down walls” (rick massimo, projo) “ session leaders are artists of the highest quality…everyone in the community can actively participate in UNISONG”. (RISCA)

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The Chorus of East Providence presents its Christmas concert on two evenings this year - Friday, December 4 at 7:30 P.M. at St. Margaret Church, 1098 Pawtucket Ave. Rumford, RI 02916 and Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 P.M. at Riverside Middle School, Riverside, RI 02914. The program, Sing We Noel, features both sacred and secular Christmas music. Familiar and not so familiar carols such as Home for the Holidays, Dona Nobis Pacem, White Christmas, The Little Drummer Boy and And The Glory of the Lord from Handel’s “The Messiah” offer a variety of seasonal music for all to enjoy.

Tickets are $10, no charge for children age 12 and under. A limited number will be sold at the door. For information on tickets or program sponsorships: call 401-323-7041 or email thechorusofep@ gmail.com or see website: chorusofep.org Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Solstice, Kwanzaa, or some combination, The Chorus of East Providence invites you to join them in a joyful and uplifting celebration of the holiday season.

This concert highlights the musical talents of the 78-member Chorus, directed by Beth Armstrong and accompanied by Victoria Lambrozo. The Chorus of East Providence is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to promote choral singing to enhance the cultural life of the community. Board officers include President Betty Capaldo, Vice President Gary Dias, Secretary Sandra Medeiros and Treasurer Bill Simpson, all of East Providence.

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Please call our events coordinator at 508-336-8582 ext. 104 for more details or visit our website at crestwoodcc.com.

Come join us on Friday, December 18th for our 6th annual “Jingle Mingle” This will give an opportunity for smaller companies to enjoy a night of dancing, festive cocktails, and great food. We will be hosting a cash bar all night, dancing to a DJ, Hor’s during cocktail hour and a holiday buffet. The price per person is $40.00 plus tax and surcharge.

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Crestwood Country Club is your destination for corporate golf outings. We have a few dates available for next year. Please call Michael Smith at 508-336-8582, Ext. 100 for more details.

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Please join us on Saturday (10-5 p.m.) and Sunday (12-5 p.m.), December 5th and 6th for our Holiday Open House where various shops and galleries will host tastings, art openings and children’s activities. During this year’s open house merchants will be hosting a “Home for the Holidays” food drive to benefit the East Bay Community Action Program’s Tiverton food pantry. Please bring a non-perishable baking item or side dish for a donation. Items such as gingerbread cookie mixes, sugar cookie mixes, bread mixes, stuffing, dry potatoes etc.

For the Holiday Open House there will be story telling for children at Little Purls children’s clothing store on Saturday 10:30 a.m.

Other free events for children include a “drop-in” kid’s activity at Roseberry-Winn Pottery; “Make Your Own Ornament” at The Tiverton Four Corners Art Center for children ages 6-12.. Carolers and a bagpiper will enliven the village on Saturday. We welcome all to tour the village and enjoy cheese tastings and hot cider at Milk & Honey Bazaar, cookies and cocoa at the Provender.

Tiverton Four Corners is one of Rhode Island’s treasured historic sites, placed on the National Register in 1974. The history of this rural village dates from the seventeenth century. Today, Tiverton Four Corners has become an important center for antiques, fine art, decorative crafts, and cozy shops nestled into a quaint New England Village of 18th century. A schedule for all events happening in the Four Corners may be found by visiting www.tiverton4corners.

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At Tiverton Four Corners – 3845 Main Road Boutique flea market to open in Tiverton Four Corners for holiday season.

The Winter Flea at Four Corners is a distinctive consignment flea market featuring over a dozen vendors selling art, antiques and collectibles, vintage and resale designer clothing and textiles, jewelry, and other handmade items.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Four Corners Art Center.

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Luminary Memorial Walkway

East Providence Girl Scout Troop 117 will sponsor its 4th Annual Luminary Memorial Walkway beginning Saturday, December 5th. For a small donation, you can have a candle(s) lit the first four Sunday evenings during the month of December in honor of a loved one. The candles will be placed around the East Providence Scout House located at 351 Willett Avenue in Riverside. Each candle will have its own dedication card that names the person you wish to memorialize as well as the donor’s name. If you would like to have a candle(s) lit, please send the name(s) of the loved one, your name, phone number and the amount being donated to Elaine Mathers, 44 Cove Street, Riverside, RI 02915. If you have any questions, please contact Elaine at 433-3166.

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Youth Basketball League ages 6-12 Orientation on December 12th Games start December 19th and run through March Instructional League with skill development emphasis and Fun. Volunteer Coaches always welcome – spend quality time with your kids. First 2-3 weeks are reserved for team practice and scrimmages while the rest of the season is games. One hour a week commitment is all you need: Small Shots 6-7 yr olds 12 p.m. practice/game Power Pass Girls 6-7 yr olds 1 p.m. practice/game NCAA 8-9 yr old boys 2 p.m. practice/game Girls Rule 8-9 yr old 3 p.m. practice/game NBA 10-12 yr old boys 4 p.m. practice/game WNBA 10-12 yr old girls 5 p.m. practice/game Members $53 Non Members $100 Parent/Child Basketball Program ages 4 & 5 starts January 2 7 week program will teach fundamentals working towards game play. 4 year olds meet on Saturdays at 9:30 A.M. and 5 year olds at 10:30 A.M. Members $53 and Non Members $99 Youth, Preschool, Teen and Adult Swim Lessons start in January offered multiple times a day and during weekend hours. Progressive lessons give participants a sense of accomplishment, self confidence and teaches water safety. Members $52 Non members $104 for a 7 week session. Private lessons available for all ages Preschool through Adult. New Masters Swim Program on Tues/Thurs evenings. continued on page 46

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East Providence City Hall 145 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914 401-435-7518

Open Monday through Friday 9:00am to 1:00pm

Come in and see what’s new!

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We still have "Winter's Magic," A 2008 Carousel Print by local artist Lynn Sevigny, and Carousel Cookbooks great for gift giving this holiday season!

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Gift baskets, ornaments and more, prices to fit every budget!

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Livestrong was created in collaboration with Lance Armstrong Foundation and Stanford University, is being offered FREE at the Newman YMCA. Participants will improve functional capacity, increase quality of life, build muscle mass and strength and reduce the severity of therapy side effects. The program is 12 weeks long and offered two times per week. Register with Judy jcerrito@ gpymca.org The Newman YMCA 472 Taunton Ave on Route 44 in Seekonk MA or call 508-336-7103. www.YMCAGreaterProvidence.org The vision of our YMCA is to become the most valued resource for families and individuals seeking healthy lifestyles and wellness. Our mission is to build healthy spirit, mind and body for all through programs services and relationships that are based on our values of caring, honesty respect and responsibility.

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Let Beatlemania Live! transport you and your family through the ULTIMATE BEATLE EXPERIENCE…travel from “1964” when The Beatles first arrived in America to perform on the Ed Sullivan Show…then hitch a ride with “Sgt. Pepper” on his “Yellow Submarine”…and complete the journey with the ultimate “Abbey Road” experience in this one time concert performance!

Elmasian Auditorium 2000 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence, RI

Saturday, April 24, 2010 – 8pm Tickets - $22.50

For More Info Contact 401-435-7511

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Pawtucket’s Winter Wonderland Committee is pleased to announce ABC 6th Meteorologist Jim Corbin has been named as Pawtucket’s Winter Wonderland’s official Weatherman for 2009.

Jim’s knowledge of New England weather and accurate forecasting made him the perfect choice. The Wonderland volunteers will look to Jim and ABC 6 news for their weekend forecast.

Pawtucket’s 11 Annual Winter Wonderland will kick off December 5th 2009 at 4 P.M. This years opening ceremony hopes to be the grandest opening to date. Riding on a fire truck from Pawtucket’s Engine Co. #6 Santa will make a grand entrance into the park. Escorting Santa into the park Santa’s parade will include Dancin’ Sprit dancers, OSF cheerleaders, antique autos and a few surprises.

Santa will be welcomed at the Carousal by two of his elves along with Pawtucket Major James Doyle, 2009 Official Winter Wonderland Weatherman ABC 6’s Meteorologist Jim Corbin, Wonderland President Robert Machowski Jr., and the Ocean State Chorus, along with other City Dignitaries.

Santa, Mayor Doyle and Meteorologist Jim Corbin will official open the festival by illuminating the 415 trees and multiple decorations that make up the festival.

The festival is held in Historical Slater Park on Armistice Blvd in Pawtucket RI on the weekends of December 5 & 6 and December 12 & 13 from 4 P.M. to 8 P.M. There is a heated entertainment tent filled with performers from local school groups, dance studios, choral groups, bell ringers, and puppeteers. There are free visits with Santa. For a small fee optional photos with Santa will be taken

by Pat Zacks of the Camera Werks in Providence, will be available.

Mrs. Claus will be on hand to visit with the children. There will be Hay Rides, train rides, face painting, children’s craft tables, and of course 25 cent rides on the historical Loff Carousal. Beside the 415 decorated Christmas Trees there are Victorian houses and an 18 foot tall talking Snowman to enjoy. Along with the Food court, the Historical Daggett house will be decorated for the season and open for tours and paintings will be on display and for sale at Rhode Island Water Color Society art gallery.

The Winter Wonderland festival is a non profit organization run entirely by volunteers in conjunction with the City of Pawtucket.

Admission to the park is free with free parking in designated areas only. For direction and additional information please call 401 726-3185 or visit the Wonderland web site at www.pawtucketwinterwonderland.org.

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Scouting Around Town Registration Now Open for Boy Scouts’ Merit Badge College at RIC

Area Boy Scouts have an opportunity to earn up to two merit badges each when they register and attend Narragansett Council’s Netop District Merit Badge College at Rhode Island College on Saturday, January 23, 2010.

Registration opened November 16th online at http://www. netopdistrict.net/ and will fill up early.

The Merit Badge College is an opportunity to meet with highly qualified merit badge counselors, earn your merit badge and foster development of what could become a lifelong interest.

Particular emphasis is given to hobby and career merit badges that are difficult to obtain elsewhere.

New offerings this year include Painting, Plumbing, Graphic Arts, Energy and Traffic Safety. Also offered are American Business/ American Labor as well as Entrepreneurship and Music. Fifty different badges are planned in all, so register as soon as possible.

Cost is only $20 per Scout; $10 per adult, payable when you register. The fee includes lunch and the MBC patch.

In the Eagle’s Nest, Eagle Scout VIP luncheon will be hosted

by University of Rhode Island football coach, Bob Griffin.

As one Boy Scout said last year, “This is the best! I get to have a fun day and earn two full merit badges at the same time!”

The Boys Scouts of America’s Boy Scouting program is for boys who are at least 11 years old and not yet 18. They participate in patrol-centered activities, campouts, community service opportunities, advancement and leadership while they earn merit badges and all of this while having fun. If you would like more information on Boy Scouting, contact Eric Oulette at the Narragansett Council at (401) 351-5515 ext 27, or visit our web site at http://www.narragansettbsa.org/.

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12/17/09: Providence Country Day School; 660 Waterman Avenue, E Providence, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

East Providence

12/24/09: Dunkin’ Donuts; 399 North Broadway, East Providence, 11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

12/29/09: Rite Aid Pharmacy; 655 Warren Ave., East Providence, 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Riverside

12/7/09: Churches of Riverside; Evangelical Covenant Church Riverside, 4:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.

12/14/09: Little Red School House; 20 Sprague Ave. Riverside 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

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December Activities for Middle & High School Students Animanga Group

Chat about anime and manga, share fan fiction and art, play trivia games, watch short anime try Japanese crafts, etc. while sampling Japanese snacks. Monday, Dec. 7, 3-4 p.m. @Riverside

Charity Day

Earn community service credit: Knit blanket squares (don’t worry, we’ll provide the needles, yarn and teach you how!), or write letters to service people overseas. Monday, Dec 21, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. @Fuller

Open Mic Café

Sing a song, recite a poem, play a tune. The mic is yours!

Bring your voice, guitar, keyboard, etc. and perform for your friends café style. Bands, soloists, and/or other group acts are welcome.

Thursday, Nov. 19, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. @ Riverside.

Writer’s Group

Practice writing individually and as a group using games and fun exercises to develop skills in poetry & story writing. You’ll have the opportunity to publish in the library’s magazine.

Monday, Dec. 14, 3 – 4 p.m. @ Rumford

GAMES

T.G.I.F! -DDR, Guitar Hero, board games, etc. Every Friday, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. @ Riverside (Sep 18-Dec 11) Crafts Folded Houses Wednesday, Dec. 9, 3 p.m. @ Rumford Bead Club-Poinsettia Ornaments Wednesday, Dec.23, 3 p.m. @ Rumford

December School Vacation Week Monday, Dec. 28

Bingo 11 – 12 p.m. @ Riverside Calendar Craft 3 – 5 p.m. @ Fuller

Tuesday, Dec. 29

Pencil Drawing Class with Dorothy 2 – 4 p.m. @ Rumford Gaming (Wii or PSII) 5:30 - 7:30 @ Riverside

Wednesday, Dec. 30

Dave Marchetti’s Animal Experiences

December 2009 The Reporter Dave will introduce you to various animals including: lizards, turtles, tree frogs, snakes, a hedgehog, a rabbit, a chinchilla, and more 2-3 p.m. @ Riverside Gaming (Wii or PSII) 3 – 4 p.m. @ Fuller

Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas & A Happy & Healthy New Year!

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December Activities for Children

Weaver Memorial Library, 41 Grove Ave., East Providence, RI 401-435-1978 Temporarily Closed For Renovation As Of October 5.

Fuller Branch Library

Storytimes – September 15 – December 1

No advance registration is necessary.

Storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities.

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., ages 2 – 3

Crafts

Monday, December 14, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., all ages – Paper Plate Christmas Angel Monday, December 28, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., all ages – New Year Calendar Craft

Charity Day

Earn community services credit while engaging in the project of your choice.

Ongoing projects include knitting blanket squares (we’ll provide needles & yarn and teach you how) and writing letters to service people overseas.

Monday, December 21, 2:30 – 4:30, grades 4 through adult

December School Vacation Week

Monday, December 28, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., all ages - New Year Calendar Craft Wednesday, December 30, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. ages 10 & up, Gaming – Wii and Play Station Games

Riverside Branch Library

Storytimes – September 14 – December 3

No advance registration is necessary.

Storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities.

Mondays, 10:30 a.m., ages 2 - 3 Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m., ages 4 – 6 Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., ages 2 – 6 Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., ages 0 – 2(36 months)

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Thursday December 31, 2009

Bookies

We read and act out great stories, tell jokes, make crafts, eat snacks, and play games.

Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:30, grades 1 – 5 December 17: Celebrate the holidays & read a hilarious Christmas book by Bill Harley.

Craft

Tuesday, December 8, 3:30-4:30, all ages – Paper Plate Holly Wreath

Santa Visit

Thursday, December 10, 3:00 - 5:00, all ages – Bring your camera and take pictures with Santa Claus. We will also be decorating holiday cookies.

December School Vacation Week

Monday, December 28, 11:00 - 12:00 p.m., grades k-12 – BINGO for prizes!

Four convenient times: 1:30-3:30pm • 4-6pm • 6:30-8:30pm • 9-11pm

Tuesday, December 29, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., grades 1-12 – Gaming – Wii and Play Station Games

Pizza & Soft Drinks, Shoe Rental, 2 Hours of Extreme Rock N'Bowl Only $11.99 per person

Wednesday, December 30, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., all ages – Dave Marchetti’s Animal Experiences. Dave will introduce you to various animals including: lizards, turtles, tree frogs, snakes, a chinchilla, a hedgehog, a rabbit, and more.

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Storytimes – September 17 – December 3

No advance registration is necessary. Storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities.

Thursdays, 1:30 p.m., ages 3 – 6

Crafts

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Monday, December 7, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., all ages – Swedish Paper Chains Wednesday, December 9, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., ages 10 & up – Folded Houses Monday, December 21, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., all ages – Airplane Ornaments Wednesday, December 23, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., ages 10 & up – Beaded Poinsettia Ornaments

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Mon - Fri 7:30am - 5:30pm, Sat 8:00am - 1:00 pm

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Read the RI Children’s Book Award nominee books and prepare for the Rooster Games while having fun at the library. We will discuss three or four books at each meeting, play games, and read short Readers Theater scripts. Ask at the library for a copy of each book.

Wednesday, December 16, 3:00 – 4:30, grades 4 – 6 Giff, Patricia Reilly. Eleven Look, Lenore. Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things Scieszka, Jon. Knucklehead: Tall Tales & Mostly True Stories of Growing Up Wolf, Joan M. Someone Named Eva

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Tuesday, December 29, 2:00 - 4:00, grades 4 & up - “Pencil Drawing Class with Dorothy” For more information, contact the location where the activity is being held.

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December 5th - 13th Annual Mission Bazaar from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

December 13th - Christmas play “Keeping Watch” at 4:00 p.m. with performances

by Newman’s Christmas Orchestra December 20th - Community Carol Sing at 4:00 p.m. with performances from the youth & adult choirs and Providence Adult String Ensemble (PASE).

Christmas Eve Services, December 24th at 6:00 and 11:00 p.m. All are welcome and invited to attend these time-honored traditions.

The sun setting is no less beautiful than the sun rising.

Preserving the dignity, health and happiness of those we serve through quality health care services including 24-hour nursing care, hospice services, respite care, life enrichment activities, IV and wound therapy, and physical occupational and speech therapy–that’s our purpose.

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East Providence Senior Center News 610 Waterman Avenue • East Providence, RI 02914 Phone 435-7800 Dining Room 435-7872 Highlights

Kent Home Medical 1st 10:30 a.m.

Clinical Lab 2nd 8:30 a.m.

Stroke Club 2nd 1:30 p.m.

Blood Pressure Clinic 7th 10:30 a.m.

United Health 7th 1:00 p.m.

Blue Chip 7th 2:00 p.m.

Evergreen Breakfast 8th 9:00 a.m.

East Bay Center 8th 9:00am Weight Maintenance 8th 10:45 a.m.

Blood Pressure Clinic 9th 10:30 a.m.

Caregivers Support 14th 10:30 a.m.

PCD Concert 14th 10:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure Clinic 17th 10:30 a.m.

SNAP 17th 11:00 a.m.

Diabetes Support 17th 1:30 p.m.

AARP Meeting 17th 1:00 p.m.

In-Sight 18th 12:45 p.m.

East Bay Center 22nd 9:00 a.m.

Blood Pressure Clinic 22nd 10:30 a.m.

Christmas Eve 24th Half Day Christmas 25th Closed Waterview Villa Breakfast 29th 9:00 a.m.

Advisory Board 31st 9:00 a.m.

New Year’s Eve 31st Half Day

Special Events:

Dec. 7th United Health @1 p.m. and Blue Chip @ 2 p.m.

Information session on each of these programs.

Dec 14th Providence Country Day Xmas Concert @ 10:30 a.m.

Dec. 17th Providence Country Day service day. Enjoy a mornings playing games and getting manicures.

Dec. 18th Special Christmas dinner in the Dining Room.

Gift Shop

Remember to visit our lovely gift shop located in the dining room area. We have a great selection of hand made items, gift cards, and snacks.

Exercise Programs Intermediate Yoga

Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m. $3 Integrated YOGA for emotional/mental power. Flexibility, strength, balances, beauty, stretching, weight reduction, improved breathing, relaxation, and stress relief. All are components of our Yoga classes.

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Aerobics

Tuesday & Thursday 9:30 a.m. $2 Instructor Karen Boyd gives members a great cardiovascular workout. Hand and ankle weights are used to tone and build your muscles.

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Arthritis Exercise

Wednesday & Friday - 10:45 a.m. No Charge A proper balance of exercise and rest can help relieve stiffness and maintain or improve your joint mobility and muscle strength.

Tai Chi

Tuesday 11:00 a.m. $3 This ancient art form of exercise has been proven to reduce stress as well as chronic pain. It also reduces heart rate along with calming the mind and body.

Ballroom Dance

Monday 2 p.m. $3 Relearn all the old moves on the ballroom dance floor as well as some new ones. Singles are welcome.

Fitness Center

Our fitness room is open Monday through Friday 8am to Noon, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The fitness room consists of three treadmills, two recumbent bikes, an elliptical stepper, hand weights, and six dual weight machines. Other features include a matted floor, mirrored walls, water, stereo, and cable TV. You must have approval from your physician to participate in this program. Forms can be obtained in the Administration Office. The fee is $35 for a one year membership.

Card Games

Bridge Monday & Thursday 1:00 p.m.

Pokeno Monday 9:00 a.m.

Cockroach Tuesday 8:15 a.m.

Cribbage Tuesday 1:00 p.m.

Hi Lo Jack League Friday 1:15 p.m.

Classes Crafts

Monday & Thursday 1:00 p.m.

Craft class makes dolls for Hasbro Children's Hospital and cancer pillows for Women & Infants Hospital. Other “make and take” crafts will be taught.

Watercolor

Tuesday 9:30 a.m. $5 Come learn a form of watercolor for all levels of talent. Some of the fantastic artwork is displayed throughout the center.

Drawing

Tuesday 1:00 p.m. $5 This group of artists works with pencil drawing, beginners to advanced welcome.

Computer Classes

Sessions & Times Vary Our computer lab consists of class room computers and computers for general use. All computers are on-line. Courses offered: Introduction to Computers Part 1 & 2, Microsoft Word Part 1 & 2, and Introduction to the Internet Part 1 & 2. Computer classes are conducted by trained computer teachers. Classes are held in 4 week sessions. Each class meets for 1hr. and 15 minutes. The cost per session is $20/members and $25/non members. Classes are filled on a first payment basis. Class size is limited to six students.

Daily Programs

Computer games • Billiards • Cards Nutritional Lunch • Bocce ball • Walking Track • Morning & Afternoon Coffee Senior Center Library

The library is a very warm and lovely place for people to choose a good book and read in a nice quiet area. We continue to receive many donations of new and current books. These donations have truly enhanced the quantity of our library. We also have current magazines for your enjoyment. The book club meets on Monday afternoons. New club members are welcome.

General Services

Elder Information Specialist: Our Elder Information Specialist assists the elderly and their families in providing information/referral and assistance with accessing services and programs.

Nutrition Program: The center provides a nutritional meal to approximately 125 seniors per day. The Cranston Senior Center provides the meals.

Case Management/Senior Services: The center coordinates with East Bay Community Action Program Inc., for all casework and follow-ups. Protective Services Council, made up of city departments and mental health/social service agencies, meets monthly to discuss problems concerning the elderly.

Transportation: The center has two buses that are used daily for door-to-door transportation to and from the center.

Notary: This service is available in the Administration Office at no charge.

Seminars: Monthly social, educational, and financial seminars on topics relating to seniors.

Manicurist: A manicurist visits the center weekly for manicures and polish changes.

Gift Shop: The gift shop has many different items for the convenience of the seniors. Small items from candy and greeting cards to jewelry, handmade items and crafts.

Donald E. MacManus Attorney at Law

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Weekly/Monthly Programs Monday

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Pokeno Intermediate Yoga Beginners Yoga Caregivers Support Group (4th Mon) Bridge Book Club Craft Class Ballroom Dancing

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Cards (Cockroach) Aerobics Exercise Watercolor Class Bocce Ball

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(2nd Tues) 11:00 a.m. Tai Chi 1:00 p.m.

Drawing Class 1:00 a.m.

Cribbage 1:25 p.m.

BINGO 1:30 p.m.

Stroke Club (1st Tues)

Wednesday

8:30 a.m.

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East Side Lab (1st Wed) Intermediate Yoga Manicurist Scrabble PACE Nutrition Class

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Tax Preparation Aerobics Exercise Nutrition Weight Loss Bridge Craft Class Diabetes Support (4th Thurs)

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Billiards League Scrabble PACE Meditation Class In-Sight Support (4th Fri) Hi Lo Jack League

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Lunch Noon Library 8 a.m. — 4 p.m.

Coffee Hour 2:15 p.m.

Fitness Center 8 a.m. — 4 p.m.

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Leisure Programs

Book Club Monday 1:00 p.m.

Bingo Tuesday 1:25 p.m.

Scrabble Wed & Friday10:00 a.m.

Meditation Class Friday 11:00 a.m.

Library Daily 8 - 4 p.m.

Computer Games Daily Lounge Billiards Daily Lower level

Senior Center Healthy Aging

Flu update: You are all aware of the shortage of seasonal flu vaccine. We are very sorry for the inconvenience and will let you know if the situation changes and we can arrange more clinics. As seniors, we are not in the high risk category to receive the H1N1 vaccine. If the Department of Health has enough vaccine to distribute to us we will inform you ASAP! Nutrition Weight Loss. Our next session does not begin until January 2010. Classes are held once weekly on either Wednesday afternoon or Thursday morning. You must pre-register for this award-winning program by calling the Health Office at 435-7870.

Did you know we have Registered Dieticians available for appointments in the health office? They can counsel you, in private, about your personal needs and insurance covers these visits. They are certi-

fied diabetes educators too. We also have a Nurse Practitioner who will help you with any diabetes teaching needs, especially insulin.

To schedule a visit, stop by the health office or call us at 435-7870.

Our own Ann Marie Sabula RD and Dolores Norton Braica RN lead a weekly meditation group at the senior center each Friday at 11 am. This program is free and open to all members.

Our walking club is on hiatus until spring. Please thank Rita and Kathy for their wonderful assistance with this program.

They will be back!

Tuesday, December 1st we have a new program starting at the center! Local vendors who have services or products of interest to seniors will have space in our lobby to showcase themselves. This month Kent Home Medical Equipment, a division of Kent Hospital, will feature their products, including a new walker that no other company in the state has! Please be assured, we will only allow reputable vendors in our doors and they must be cleared through the office to get space. On December 1st please stop by to speak with Tammy, from Kent Home Medical, from 10:30 to 12 noon.

East Side Clinical Lab draws blood work here once per month. The date for this month is: Wednesday December 2nd, 8:30-11:30. There is no pre-registration, just come in with the lab slip from your doctor.

We are very pleased to have Bayada Nurses for monthly blood pressure checks.

They will be here on Monday, December 7th from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the dining room. Please stop by and find out what these wonderful home care specialists can do for you and your family.

The East Bay Center clinical social worker, Kathleen Beltramello LICSW, assists our seniors with any of their needs. Kathleen is at the senior center twice monthly, in the Health Office, for individual appointments. This month the dates are December 8th and 22nd from 9am to12 noon. Please see Rita in the Health office for an appointment.

Nutrition/Weight Loss Maintenance group will be meeting Tuesday, December 8th at 10:45 a.m. in the seminar room. We will be having a general discussion and information on how to get through the holidays and still maintain your weight! Please join us so we may continue this group!

Waterview Villa’s nurse, Sonya Moniz will be taking blood pressures on Wednesday, December 9th from 10:30 to 11:30 am in the dining room. Come sit and chat with her. Waterview Villa sponsors a free monthly breakfast program, sign-up in the Administration office or with Sonya on the day she visits.

Our Caregiver’s Support Group will be meeting earlier this month. We are scheduled for the second Monday, December 14th

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at 10:30 a.m. in the seminar room. We will be having our round table discussion. If you are caring for someone, this group is for you. Please join us for support.

Lisa Marie McCormick RD from SNAP is now here twice each month! On Wednesday, December 16th at 2pm and Thursday December 17th at 11 am Lisa Marie will be discussing Cholesterol. Please join us for this timely topic. Lisa Marie brings treats and recipes to this free program!

Evergreen House Health Center will be taking blood pressure readings on Thursday, December 17th from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the dining room. Stop by to have your blood pressure taken and to speak with Ivone Joia about this lovely facility.

Diabetes Support Group will be meeting earlier this month on the third Thursday, December 17th, from1:30-3 pm in the seminar room. We will be having a round table discussion with some guests. This program is free and open to anyone with diabetes.

Please join us for support and helpful hints from others with diabetes.

Atria Bay Spring Village will be taking blood pressures on Tuesday, December 22nd in the dining room from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Atria Bay Spring Village extends an open invitation to anyone of our members for a tour and lunch at their facility? They can accommodate up to ten for this free event. Just contact them directly at 2462500.

If you have any questions about these programs, or to register, please visit the Health Office or call Rita at: 435-7870.

East Providence Senior Center and Monty’s Trips

Dec. 1-2, 2009 Indian Head Resort - $171.00 Dbl. Occ. to include 1 Night Accommodations, Welcome Cocktail Reception, Entertainment, Band/Dance, Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast, Bingo, Motorcoach Transportation, Driver’s Gratuity Included, Shopping & more. Cancellation Insurance $12.00 Dec. 10, 2009 Bright Nights/Yankee Pedlar Inn - $61.00 Includes Motorcoach Transportation, Trip to Christmas Tree Shop, Dinner at the Yankee Pedlar Inn, Viewing of the Bright Nights display in Springfield, MA. No refund if cancellation is made in less than 48 hours prior to departure. Driver Gratuity included.

Feb. 15 –17, 2010 Atlantic City/ Tropicana $153.00 pp Dbl. Occ. to include $20.00 Bonus, 1 Brunch, 1 Dinner, Revue Show, transportation, accommodations and driver’s gratuity. Single $243.00 - Triple $143.00 - Cancellation Insurance $15.00 April 16 – 19, 2010 Washington, DC - $369.00 Dbl Occ. to include 3 nights accommodations, 6 meals – 3 breakfasts and

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3 dinners, Tours of US Capitol, Embassy Row, several War Memorials, Arlington Cemetery, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian Institute, Iwo Jima Memorial, Tombs of the Unknown, Georgetown, 1 dinner with entertainment, motor coach transportation and much more. Triple Occ. $349.00 Single Occ. $489.00 - Cancellation Insurance $35.00 Must sign up by October 1st if we are to have the tour inside the White House included.

May 21-28, 2010 Oldies Cruise to Bermuda – Hosted by Harvey Robbins, Concert Producer & Founder of the Doo Wop Hall of Fame. Inside cabins from $895.00 - $905.00, Ocean View cabins $1095.00, Balcony cabins from $1295.00 to $1325.00.

Private invitation to shows and party. Insurance available.

Please note: Deposit required to reserve a trip & overnight trips must be paid in full 30 days from date of trip or sooner and certain trips that include air fare and also international trips. Sign up in the E. Providence Senior Center Administration Office or call (401) 435-7800 Ext. 7 Can also call: Eleanor Monteiro at (401)434-8194

Monthly Breakfast

Waterview Villa and Evergreen Nursing are sponsoring monthly breakfast meetings at their facilities for our seniors! The dates this month are:

Evergreen, Tuesday December 8th Waterview, Tuesday December 29th Sign-up is in the Administration Office on a first come first served basis, each breakfast is limited to fifteen (15) participants.

Scams Flourish In A Tough Economy

In tough economic times like we are experiencing now, it seems that scams and schemes flourish. New scams come to light and some older scams re-surface. Recently, in fact, what is known as the “distressed grandparent” scam made the rounds again.

In this scam, grandparents are told that their grandchild is in trouble (often in another country or state), and that the grandparents need to wire money to keep the grandchild out of jail or some other legal situation. Of course, there is no emergency and the grandparents get fleeced for thousands of dollars. To protect yourself from this scam, make sure that you contact the grandchild or their parents before sending any money.

In dealing with other scams, it is wise to remember that “if it seems to good to be true, it usually is”.

When it comes to charities, be very wary of campaigns that attempt to make you feel guilty if you elect not to donate to their particular cause. Many scams try to capitalize on your patriotism, current disasters and events. Before making a contribution, always ask for written information about

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the charity, such as the name, address, telephone number and website.

You should research the charity before making a donation. Contact the state Department of Business Regulation at 462-9583 or go the Better Business Bureau “Wise Giving Alliance” website at www.gov. org.

You should also ask how much of your donation goes directly to the charity and how much money goes for other expenses.

Some organizations use professional fundraisers who take a portion of your donation for their administrative expenses.

Many scams involve notification by mail, telephone or e-mail, that you have won an expensive prize or a large amount of cash through some bogus lottery. These scams may involve sending your hard-earned money to some questionable entity to claim your prize. This information can also be used to steal your identity or commit credit card theft.

There are some simple rules to remember about these scams. If you have to pay for the prize, it’s not really a prize at all. Fraudulent offers often include an instruction to send a check or money order.

Never give your credit card information or bank account information in response to a telephone call, written notification or e-mail.

Many offers come with an official-looking check that you are asked to deposit immediately to claim a prize or money. The victim is asked to wire a percentage of the amount using a Western Union or Money Gram. It won’t take long for you to discover that the check is a fake.

With today’s credit crunch, many shady firms try to capitalize on persons who have no credit, bad credit or find themselves needing some type of loan. The advance fee loan sharks prey on vulnerable consumers by taking their money on the promise of a loan, credit, credit card or other credit promise. The catch is that you pay them a fee and them they disappear-with your money!

Don’t pay a fee for the promise of credit.

Ignore any offer that guarantees a loan in exchange for a fee. Watch out for fancy websites. Be particularly careful about sending any personal information. Most secure websites will have a URL that begins with “https” and a lock pictures on the bottom right of the screen. Check with the Department of Business Regulation to see if the loan company is registered with the state.

And remember, it is illegal for companies to do business in the United States by phone where they promise a loan in exchange for a fee before they deliver the service.

If you are the victim of a scam, you should report the information to your local police. Chances are that other persons may have also fallen prey to the same scam.

Silence is a great ally for scam artists. You should also file report with the state Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Unit at 274-4440.

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Gene and Ruth Holland of Rumford, RI, and Naples, FL, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Colleen A. Holland to Steven K. Thompson of Monroe, Ct. son of Ken and Dagmar Thompson of Johnston, Ct. Colleen graduated from St. Mary Academy – Bay View and from Boston College. She received a masters degree in education from Rhode Island College and

she is a teacher employed by the East Pro. School Dept. Steve graduated from Simsbury High School, Simsbury, Ct, and from the University of Rhode Island. He is the Director of Professional services for Monroe Staffing in Monroe, Ct. The couple plan to marry on August 7, 2010.

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Thomas A. Welch officiated. The bride is the daughter of Shelly Phillips and Robert Vendituoli, formerly of Seekonk.

The groom is the son of John Pellegrino IV, formerly of Seekonk. The matron of honor was Pam Picchi. Jamie Calci was bridesmaid and Crystal Calci was junior bridesmaid.

The best man was Bill Roy. Nicholas Phillips, brother of the bride, and Kenneth McGowan were ushers. The flower girl was Amanda Hughes and the ring bearer was Andrew Hughes.

The bride is a graduate of Seekonk High School and Bristol Community College in Fall River. She is a psychiatric nurse in Providence. The groom is a graduate of Seekonk High School and is employed as an inventory manager in East Providence.

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Agostinho Linhares of East Providence wish to announce the marriage of their daughter Michelle Maria Linhares to Christopher John Teixeira, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joao Teixiera of East Providence, on August 29, 2009 at St. Francis Xavier Church in East Providence.

The Reverend Richard A. Narciso, parochial Vicar officiated. A reception followed at Kirkbrae Country Club Mr. and Mrs. Teixeira. in Lincoln, RI.

The Maid of honor was Kimberly Linhares, sister of the bride.

Bridesmaids were Tabitha Martins, Emily Resendes, Ashley Resendes, Christine Marques, Sonia Pimental, Marlene Pires, Amanda Theriault. Jr. Bridesmaids were Mackenzie Poco, Lindsey Ferreira, Brittany Ferreira, Cassey Medeiros. Flower Girl was Makayla A. Araujo.

The Best Man was Jason Oliveria and Remembered in Spirit Brother of the Groom Richard Teixeira. Groomsmen were Joshua Correira, Derek Oliveira, Brian Pires, Gary Linhares, Scottie Medeiros, Gilbert Resendes, Jacob Medeiros, Jeffrey Charron, Delmar Condinho and the Ring Bearer was Camerone Souza.

Michelle is a 2001 graduate of East Providence High School and a graduate of Penn Foster Career School in Professional Bridal Consulting. She is employed as co-owner of Ana’s Bridal Boutique in East Providence.

Christopher is a graduate of East Providence High School and is owner of Rtistic Construction Creations in East Providence.

After a honeymoon to Playa del Carma, Cancun Mexico the couple resides in East Providence.

Walters - Couto Chelsea K. Walters of East Providence and David G. Couto of Rehoboth, Massachusetts were united in marriage on October 16, 2009. The bride is the daughter of Colleen Kennedy of East Providence.

She was given in marriage by her mother and brother, Benjamin Walters. The groom is the son of Carol Buttera of Rehoboth, and David Couto of East Providence. Maid of honor for her sister was Lindsay Walters. Stephanie Mello, cousin of the bride was bridesmaid. Corey Kennedy, cousin of the bride was the best man. Ushers were Roger Morrisette and Kenny Lauro.

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Buying or Selling - Call

MATEUS Realty Serving East Providence and surrounding areas since 1975.

The experience makes the difference!

So if you're ready to buy or sell, Call Mateus Realty today at 434-8399.

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EAST PROVIDENCE - Brightridge!! 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Colonial, fireplace, Hw's, gas heat, $149,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Centrally located 3 Br, 2 1/2 bath Colonial, dining, FR, office, Den, Hw's/tile; new kitchen, boiler & upgraded electric; siding, replacement windows, deck, patio, garage. $204,900

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RIVERSIDE - 3 Br, 2 bath cottage, remodeled in & out in 1995, siding, replacement windows, gas heat, upgraded electric. $159,900

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JOHNSTON - Remodeled 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Cape, modern kitchen / bath, mud rm / laundry, hw's/tile, young roof, siding, windows, deck, gas boiler / hw tank, upgraded electric, 6000+ SF fenced corner lot on dead end. $214,900

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