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EP Woman Says Ancestors Secrets Can Lead to Family’s Healing

By Gina Wesley-Silva Ever since I was a little girl my mother had told us stories about “Nanny”. Nanny was my great, great grandmother. I’d never met Nanny since she died the year before I was born, but my mother told us that she was a Shinnecock Indian and had been born in Long Island, New York. I found all stories about Nanny fascinating and as I grew older I learned that not only did she make a tremendously strong and positive impression on my mother but also on all other relatives who had known her. She was the matriarch who ruled quietly but nonetheless prominently for several generations. Not much was known about her life on the reservation, or even prior to her moving to Rhode Island with my great, great grandfather, but I always knew that one day I would trace her roots to find out what I could about her life in New York, and hopefully connect with lost relatives. This search eventually lead me to meeting with genealogical research specialist Gail Belt, of East Providence, who specializes in tracing Northeast Native American ancestry. continued on page 16...

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Boy Scouts from Troop 55 Riverside

Boy Scouts from Troop 55 Riverside recently took part in a weekend campout at Camp Cachalot located in Carver, MA. The scouts are pictured standing next to one of the ‘Adirondacks’ that they slept in. Activities for the weekend consisted of working on the Totin’ Chip and Fireman Chit badges for the new scouts who just joined as well as the Signaling Merit Badge. The Signaling Merit Badge is one of four ‘vintage’ merit badges that have been reintroduced to celebrate Scouting’s 100th year. Enrollment for the troop is open for those boys interested in joining. Meetings are every Monday night located at the American Legion Post 10 on Willet Avenue in Riverside. Starting time is 6:30.

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East Providence News Briefs Judge Silverstein Finds in Favor of the Pay Cuts for E. Providence Teachers

A Superior Court judge ruled that the East Providence School Committee “acted lawfully” when it unilaterally cut teachers’ salaries and forced a 20 percent contribution to their health insurance costs last year. Judge Michael A. Silverstein said in his decision, “... When the parties have reached an impasse in negotiations and their actions are not governed by a binding collective bargaining agreement, a committee can make unilateral changes when faced with an actual deficit”. The school lawyers argued that the committee was able to make the changes without the consent of the teacher union because there wasn’t a contract in effect and the last agreement expired on Oct. 31, 2008.

Support the Post Prom Party with “Pink Flamingos”

Its neighbors in East Providence not only accept the pink and plastic creatures, but several are getting excited about their arrival. Patti Streit, a longtime school volunteer, plans to use the infamous lawn ornaments in a fundraiser for East Providence High School’s post-prom party. Streit was the organizer who led the city to beat the world record for the longest strand of beads. For only $10, a flamingo patrol “will deliver the flock of birds (10 per flock) to the designated unsuspecting yard under the cloak of darkness,” to a city resident. The recipient will be left with a note that says, “You’ve been flamingoed!” Trained flamingo keepers will remove the birds and release them in the yard of another unsuspecting resident. With an additional $5 donation, “flamingo poop” can be added the lawn “decoration”. Worried? You can purchase “anti-flamingo insurance” for $10 to protect your yard from being flamingoed. The sponsor’s of the post prom hope to raise $2,000 with this fundraiser. Other fundraisers are being planned. Streit hopes to have an $8,000 budget for the June 17 event, which will have a New York City

theme. Go to the prom committee’s Web site to purchase a flock or insurance. The first birds land on April Fool’s Day.

Failure to Track Special Education Students May Have Created Deficit

Lonnie Barham, school department chief operating officer, has announced that the special education department “failed to properly track the outplacement of up to 20 special education students” in fiscal year 2009. The mistake was discovered while school department officials were conducting budget forecasting for FY 2011. Mr. Barham said, the school department received a “load” of special education bills for the prior fiscal year and have ruled the bills valid. As part of a department-wide restructuring, every department within the school system has been under review and the school department had already engaged consultant for a thorough review of the special education department. Beginning this year, the school department has entered into a partnership with Bradley Hospital and has returned more than 60 special education students to city schools. Special classrooms and other support services will keep the students indistrict and has lowered each child’s cost to the school department by approximately $10,000 each, for an annual estimated savings of $500,000. Mr. Barham said, “We certainly ended 2009 millions of dollars better than we ended 2008. How many millions the auditors will tell us in a month or so.

Ten Police Officers Retire from the E. Providence Department As of April 1, Department will be at historic lows.

With the retirement of 10 police officers, Police Chief Joseph Tavares said he expects the next several months to be a “transitional period”. However, residents won’t experience any problems because of the changes. Following an agreement reached between the city council and the International continued on page 4

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The Department of Environmental Management’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced that t Riverside’s Willett pond is one of the more than 100 state ponds and streams that will be stocked with trout for the upcoming fishing season. The freshwater fishing season will begin at 6 a.m. on Saturday, April 10. Cass Pond in Woonsocket and Slater Park Pond in Pawtucket will be open for children only on Sat. April 10 and Sunday April 11 and a fishing derby will be held for children in Woonsocket at Cass Pond on Saturday, April 10. A fishing license is required for anyone 15 years of age and older and is available at any city or town clerk’s office or authorized agent such as bait and tackle shops and Benny’s. A list of license vendors is available on the DEM website, www.dem.ri.gov, by clicking on “Hunting, Fishing, Boating Licenses”. License fees are: $18 for Rhode Island residents and current members of the Armed Forces, $33 for a combination hunting and fishing license, $35 for non-residents, and $16 for a tourist three-consecutive-day license. Anglers over 65 or with a 100 percent disability must have a license, but it is free. Information of interest to anglers can be found on DEM’s website, www.dem.ri.gov, by clicking on “Fish and Wildlife” under “Offices and Divisions,” then choosing “Freshwater Fisheries,” then “Trout Stocked Waters.”

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Let’s Work Together

Judge Silverstein’s recent decision affirming the School Committee’s legal right to cut salaries and benefits to balance its budget is a sound interpretation of Rhode Island law. It vindicates the unprecedented and heroic action of the School Committee to undo a unaffordable 5% teacher pay increase and institute a 20% teacher healthcare copay where none existed before. The School Committee used the savings to balance the school budget without attacking our hard hit property taxpayers. It also allowed the school department to invest wisely school resources directly in the kids, where it should have been in the first place. Had we lost this case, EP would have been between a rock and a hard place, with a several hundred dollar tax increase on each homeowner or bankruptcy as the only two options for the City. Instead, it’s another case of good East Providence government at work, fighting for the public interest against the special interests. I once again urge the teacher’s union leadership to sit down at the bargaining table and negotiate the contract savings necessary to end this dispute in the best interests of our hard working teachers - just as 3 other school department unions already have. We have great teachers, students, and taxpayers. We need a contract that works for all. Joe Larisa, Mayor

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Fear Replaced by Hope

I was relieved to hear of the intention of John Amaral to run as the “at large” candidate on the East Providence School Committee. After a prolonged apprehension induced by an apparent “black hole of viable candidates”, a dry-spell of sorts through which I’ve read little more than apple polishing banter by hopefuls intent on reinstituting the policies that brought East Providence to the brink of financial ruin, the prospect of John’s return is a welcomed relief. East Providence has gone through far too much to be catapulted back in time to the purgatory of perpetual pandering. Make no mistake; the stakes are actually that high. Regardless of any individual’s political pathology, it is now unmistakably evident that the only acceptable course of action is to hold the line against the intolerant mandates of organized labor. John’s track record in this arena is distinct. He represented fiscal sanity when others disregarded the symptoms of decline, and advocated for students, parents and taxpayers while others accepted the interests of union leaders who demanded lockstep submission. John’s vote will be crucial in cementing the infusion of students’ best interest, homeowner’s ability to pay, and school-wide best-practices. Keep in mind that John’s ability to effectively stave off a crushing reversal of fortune is as dependent on the re-election of responsible school committee members as on the defeat of those who desire to re-boot the mechanism of fiscal demise. The machinery of surrogate-based control must be contained long enough that its gears fail to mesh when it inevitably tries to regain power. John vows to stand in its way. If he shows the valor to do so, he deserves our support. Elaine Gerling, East Providence continued on page 6

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When discussing the issue of teacher arbitration there seems to be no middle ground. You are either for it or against it; and those on either side of the issue present thoughtful, meaningful and passionate arguments to support their position. Since there are enough good arguments on both sides, there is no need to create false ones. Yet this is exactly what is happening in the debate concerning House Bill 7581 (Teacher Arbitration) of which I am a cosponsor. It is being said that this proposal will bankrupt the city because it retroactively returns us to November 1, 2008, and thus would negate all the changes that have been unilaterally enacted. Nothing could be further from the truth. House Bill 7581 is prospective legislation. House Bill 7581 takes effect upon passage and can only apply to teacher contracts that end after the bill becomes effective. This is the legislative intent. House Bill 7581 can play no part whatsoever in the current contractual dilemma in East Providence; it is simply inapplicable to any contract negotiations that began prior to its passage. To make this legislative intent perfectly clear, I will amend, if necessary, the legislation in committee to specifically say that it will not apply to communities that do not have an existing teacher contract or to those with an existing teacher contract who have begun their negotiating process before the effective date. No one is seeking to change rules in the middle of the game. The arbitration process established by House Bill 7581 is also quite different from previous teacher arbitration proposals, as the following elements demonstrate: continued on page 11

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A total of 1,801 East Providence families were assisted by East Bay Community Action Program’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program during the heating season, with a total of $1,136,600 in fuel allocations made. Throughout the east bay, EBCAP served 4,944 families in this program. In the first two months of 2010, EBCAP has served six East Providence families in its Weatherization Assistance Program, with 18 families served in January and February throughout the east bay. The Appliance Management Program, which replaces refrigerators, light bulbs, faucet aerators and low flow shower heads, served 56 East Providence families, so far in 2010. Under the program, old refrigerators are taken to a dumping site where they are dismantled and recycled into other products. No new refrigerator is delivered unless an old one is picked up. For further information on these programs, call 437-5102. * * * EBCAP will hold its Seventh Annual Seaside Gala on Thursday, June 10 at Castle Hill Inn and Resort in Newport. This year’s theme is Celebrating American Bandstand and the event will also commemorate EBCAPs 45 years of service to the east bay. The 2010 EBCAP Vision Awards and Public Service Awards will also be presented at the event. In addition to a cocktail hour and dinner, the Seaside Gala will also feature live and silent auctions, which will begin on line on May 17. Visit www.ebcap.org to take part in the bidding. Reservations for the event are $100 and are also available on line, at www. encap.org. Proceeds from the event support EBCAP’s health and human service programs, such as heating assistance and weatherization. Sponsorships for the gala are also available. For information, call Susan Schenk at 401-471-7821, ext. 302.

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East Providence Taxpayers Association EPTA Urges all Taxpayers to Attend Emergency Meeting Wed., April 14th at 7 P.M.

The East Providence Taxpayers Association (EPTA) urges all city taxpayers to attend an urgent meeting to plan the next steps in the battle to defend taxpayers’ rights against the demands of teachers’ union leaders and other special interests for major tax increases and a binding arbitration law that would crush the city and its taxpayers financially. The EPTA warned that the coming election-year political counterattack by leaders of the teachers’ union and other special interest groups against taxpayer-friendly reformers on the School Committee and City Council also represent a serious threat to the interests of taxpayers. EPTA emphasizes that taxpayers will face the near certainty of more painful tax hikes in the future if they don’t rally now to defend themselves against these looming dangers. The EPTA meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 14th, at 7 P.M. at the Santa Maria Club at 846 Broadway in East Providence. For more information, inquire at eptaxpayers@ gmail.com or 633-6437.

EPTA Says School Committee Court Victory Provides Opportunity to Conduct a Full Assessment of City’s Financial Situation

The East Providence Taxpayers Association said in a statement issued today that the recent Superior Court decision upholding the elimination of a pay raise for teachers provides the city with an important opportunity to conduct a thorough, public review of its financial situation before making any significant long-term financial planning decisions. EPTA Director Bill Murphy said, “The Superior Court decision gives the city some breathing room in that now it doesn’t have to worry about an immediate financial collapse under the weight of the old teachers’ contract and the demands of teachers’ union leaders. We’ve been under so much stress and pressure as a result of the constant legal onslaught from the teachers’ union that we haven’t had enough time to really take a careful look at the big picture of all the financial challenges facing the city. Though we are far from out of the woods, the Superior Court ruling provides a little relief from that pressure that should allow us to take a careful

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look at the financial challenges facing the city so that we can plan appropriately.” EPTA Director John Amaral added, “The city is facing some major expenses in the future. These include addressing the school budget deficit, the costs of repairing school buildings, the increasing costs of taxpayer contributions to the state teachers’ pension system, costs of maintaining city infrastructure, and dealing with the unfunded liability in the municipal pension system. Taxpayers will be facing all of these challenges at the same time they have to cope with higher water and sewer fees and when the city’s revenue picture is uncertain given the economy and projected state budget deficits. It is important that we look at all of these factors together before making any major long-term financial decisions.” Bill Murphy, East Providence Taxpayers Association

Taxpayers Say Conley’s Empty Rhetoric Hides Responsibility for City’s Financial Mess

The East Providence Taxpayers Association (EPTA) issued a statement today criticizing former City Solicitor William J. Conley, Jr. for failing to take responsibility for the major role he played in creating the city’s current financial problems when announcing his candidacy for the City Council at-large position. The EPTA stated that Mr. Conley is in no position to criticize city officials for considering bankruptcy as an option for dealing with the huge deficits, unaffordable labor contracts, and crumbling infrastructure because Mr. Conley and his political allies are responsible for creating these financial during his almost thirty year tenure as solicitor from 1982-2008. Mr. Conley is a card carrying member of the old political club that got us into the mess we are now in. Remember, they are the ones who played politics and refused to stop deficit spending to curry favor with their political friends. Mr. Conley’s solution to the problems left in the wake of his time in office will be to raise taxes rather than to control spending or to improve financial management. Mr. Conley’s record in office proves that he is not a friend of the taxpayers. We in EPTA can’t think of anyone who would undo the progress Mayor Larisa has made in cleaning up the city faster than Mr. Conley would. Bill Murphy, Communications Director, East Providence Taxpayers Association

Call to Action!

Your legislators are at it again! And this time, E.P. Rep Jack Savage is leading the way! Bill number H7581 was introduced by Rep. Al Gemma and John Savage of East Providence was a cosponsor! This bill will put East Providence in financial peril. This is not an exaggeration! Simply put, this binding arbitration bill is an undemocratic assault on your fiscal well-being. It circumvents elected officials, putting your bottom line in the hands of arbitrators who are paid for their services. Unless these arbitrators lean to the side of labor unions, they aren’t likely to be selected for future engagements, so union negotiators ALWAYS get something more than they went in with, and it comes from your pocket! Cities and towns then find themselves facing extensive liabilities for retroactive pay and benefits. Binding arbitration is a catastrophic weapon against hard working taxpayers, and is one of the leading causes of an irreversible escalation of property taxes, and it’s headed to East Providence! It is important that all East Providence residents understand that one of the “oldest tricks in the book” is being used here. The

April 2010 The Reporter bill, named “School Teacher Arbitration” is filled with promises of restraint and discipline, but embedded in the text is the actuality of binding arbitration. Make no mistake; it’s done this way so that anyone who opposes it can be accused of opposing “good legislation”, and “standing in the way of progress”. Don’t fall for this trick! Don’t fall for H7581! You will be told that your money is presently being wasted on legal fees, and it is – by those who refuse to give up the antiquated idea that labor unions, rather than elected officials, should control the expenditure of money in a city or town. The vast majority of city councils and school committees across the state have already passed resolutions against this sort of money grab. The recent events in Central Falls serve as a primary example of the realism that taxpayers are “paid up, and tapped out”. You will be told that binding arbitration will put a stop to the legal fees, and it will – by simply taking the money from you! The East Providence Taxpayers’ Association, in conjunction with various good-government groups across the state, strongly opposes any form of binding arbitration legislation. Representative Jack Savage was elected as a republican. His constituents counted on him to act as a liaison between the taxpayer and big labor, and stave off the onslaught of crushing tax increases brought on by those who seem to believe the current economic crisis shouldn’t apply to them. Instead of keeping his promise, he has joined ranks with the likes of House Speaker Gorden Fox, who has previously stated his support for binding arbitration. Please contact Representative Savage and demand that he repeal this leviathan. Remember, if you can read this, a taxpayer probably paid the person who taught you. See the bill for yourself: http://www.rilin.state.ri.us/BillText10/ HouseText10/H7581.pdf East Providence Taxpayers’ Association

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Rumford, R.I., March 10, 2010 - The Board of Trustees of the East Providence Land Conservation Trust (EPLCT) unanimously elected Peter Hanney of Rumford, R.I. as the new president of the organization during a Board of Trustees meeting on March 4. Mr. Hanney replaces Wayne Blatchley, who has served as president for the last 5 years. All other trustee positions remained the same. Mr. Hanney, a member of the EPLCT since 2004, has more than ten years experience in nonprofit management. He expects to earn his Master in Public Administration from the University of Rhode Island in May. Mr. Blatchley, vice president of Fuzion Designs, had stepped down from the position of president to devote more time to his business. He will remain on the board of trustees for the EPLCT. The East Providence Land Conservation Trust was formed in 1979 and manages Bridgham Farm, an 18-acre farm and meadow field located off of Pleasant Avenue in the Rumford section of the city. For membership information, contact Janet Bache at jtbache@aol.com.

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East Providence Parks & Recreation 2010 Dance Recital

The East Providence Department of Parks & Recreation will conduct its annual dance recital on: Friday April 9, 6:00 p.m., at the East Providence Recreation Center located at 100 Bullocks Point Avenue. The evening culminates the department’s youth dance program and will feature performances by the pre-school and youth tap, ballet and hip hop classes. The event is free and open to the public. For more in formation, contact the recreation center at 433-6360.

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The East Providence Department of Parks and Recreation will hold activities for youth members ages 6-14 during April school break, April 19-23, 2010. The Recreation Center will open at 12 noon for ages 6-14; ages 15-17 will be allowed in during their regular hours, 7-9 p.m. The schedule is as follows: Mon. April 19: Soccer Skills Competition, 1 p.m. - Crafts 3 p.m. Tues. April 20: “Get Active Game Day”, 12:30 – 2 p.m. Wed. April 21: “Afternoon at the Movies”, 1 p.m. 3 on 3 Basketball Tourney*, ages 11-14, 4 p.m. - ages 15-17, 6 p.m. *pre-registration required Thurs. April 22: Ice Cream Social, 1 p.m. - Bingo Extravaganza, 2 p.m. Fri. April 23: “Carnival Day”, 1 p.m.

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EP Woman Says Ancestors Secrets Can Lead to Family’s Healing

By Gina Wesley-Silva The first thing you notice when you meet with Belt is how beautifully artistic and eclectic her office is. Skillfully decorated with Native American artifacts, pictures, and mementos, the office emits a voice and an essence of its own. Belt greets you with a warm smile and a shy manner. In a soft voice she explains that tracing genealogy is her passion, and she has been busy at it since 1995. Instantly you are totally comfortable with her. You feel welcome, cozy, and curious, as you begin the process of journeying backwards through time to find your ancestors, and unlock their secrets. Belt says that her office is the manifestation of a vision she once had, “In setting up this office, I had a vision of it before I even opened up, and it looked exactly like this, and soon all the pieces just came to me almost like magic.” She gestured to a table in the office and further explained, “My husband was going to get me a table for this office, but when I saw the one he wanted to get me, it was not the right one. Then one day I was on my way to work, and my car just sort of drove to an antique shop. I went inside and saw this table. It was the table I’d seen in my vision.” Over the last few decades tracing roots and developing the family tree has become quite popular and numerous resources are available to assist anyone in search of answers. The search can be tiresome, cumbersome, and confusing, but it can also be exhilarating and enlightening. Belt says that most people are drawn to searching their tree out of a mild sense of curiosity, or merely as a pleasant pastime. She stresses however, that knowledge of our ancestral past can be an invaluable tool for many other reasons too, most notably for medical and spiritual healing. Belt explains that most families experience some affliction or disease that seems to carry through the generations. “In my own immediate family there was a lot of illness and disease a while ago, so I went to my priest and asked him what I could do about it and he suggested that I get a book called ‘Healing of the Family Tree’. The book explained a phenomenon called “generational curses” and it encouraged getting knowledge of your family history, so that you can begin to heal the family of these afflictions.” Belt further explains, “The book basically says when you find an ancestor who may have died suddenly, or violently, you can offer a prayer up to the Lord to ask for healing for that ancestor, because maybe they didn’t have time to ask the Lord for forgiveness before they died.” She then added, “And if my prayers can help an ancestor, I am willing to pray!” There are also lighter and more fun aspects about tracing your ancestry too. For instance, I got a big kick out of finding my Nanny (and her parents and siblings) on an 1880 New York census. Wow! Prior to that find, no one in my family had even known her parents’ first names, so this was of course, a major coup to me! Then, as I proceeded forward from there, I was delighted to find her daughter, my great grandmother, on the 1900 Rhode Island census at age 7. And, even though I knew that my great grandmother, (who we called “Gramma Brown”), had at one time been 7 years old, it was still mind boggling to see evidence of it in black and white. Belt says in her experience it seems that people are led to a specific place in a specific time, and that even though you may not know why, it is important that you follow that instinct. “You never know what you will find or how things will turn out. There was one case where a young lady asked me to help her find her grandfather. She had done some research herself, and she was pretty sure she had traced him to Wisconsin. But when I looked into it, and with the Lord’s help, I found out that her grandfather was buried right

April 2010 The Reporter here on North Main St. So, I called her and told her I’d found him in Providence. I suggested we go out there to his gravesite. I don’t know if she ever went out there, but I went out and found his gravestone and took a picture of it and sent it to her.” I asked Belt if she does a lot of genealogical tracing of European ancestry and she said yes. “Right now I am working with a woman who is tracing her Scottish history, and another client is tracing her Irish ancestry.” When asked how it is different tracing European history as compared with US history, Belt replied, “The Europeans may have better records, but it is more about the researchers knowledge. It’s sort of like being a detective. If you know what kinds of records to look for it makes your job a lot easier!” Belt is the daughter of the late Harold Champlain who was an active member of the Narragansett Indian tribe, and a Commissioner for the Rhode Island Commission on Indian Affairs. She began tracing genealogy due to the encouragement and promptings of her father.

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The State of the City

At EP High School, many of us read “a tale of two cities” by Charles Dickens. In one of the most famous lines in all of literature, Dickens opening line was – “it was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” Today in our fine city – in the midst of the national “great recession” – it is indeed the worst of economic times in our 51 year history. But with crisis comes opportunity – opportunity that this city has taken advantage of over the last year to position us for the best of times that we hope and trust lays ahead. Over 14 months ago when your new Council and School Committee took the oath of office in these chambers, I announced that “there is a new team in town,” a team that “will challenge the system, rather than let EP homeowners and taxpayers be trampled by it.” Despite the worst of economic times, and enormous state funding cuts to our city and schools, we have kept our promise to the people of East Providence. I placed the “no 10%” tax increase sign on the podium as a vivid reminder at every council meeting about our choice as a city. Some communities have opted for the giant tax increase of 8%, 10% or over 15%., costing homeowners hundreds and hundreds of additional dollars each year forevermore. This Council unanimously says – not in East Providence. Indeed, there is no support on this Council – or the School Committee – for breaking our 3.5% tax cap ordinance. Just as every EP family has to live within its means, so does city government. And we have. Sticking to the tax cap has not been easy and it required and continues to require painful decisions. The system had to be challenged and it has been. When our school system needed significant sacrifice and savings, and the teachers’ union unilaterally said no, the School Committee took bold and unprecedented action to balance its budget without going after the taxpayers for more than the cap. It was a striking change from the past, where awful contracts were negotiated that put taxpayers last, and left kids without the tools they needed to learn. When the city manager wanted to open up interviews for a new police chief to applicants both inside and outside the department, it was to ensure that the best and the brightest was chosen wherever he or she was from. Despite intense pressure, the Council defended our City Charter, kept politics out, and let the City Manager do his job. The result was a highly qualified Chief - and as an added bonus, we hired the first minority police chief in the State. When the police union would not agree to the real savings needed for the city to balance its budget, we reluctantly became the first community in the state to lay off police officers to get it. With our fire union, it continues to resist what the taxpayers demand – a change in the way that fire and rescue service is run that will produce real budget cuts that taxpayers can afford. Instead, the union insists on a 6% retroactive pay increase for last year and another 6% this year as well as the addition of dozens of new employees. We said and continue to say no. And our steelworkers’ union would not agree to cuts to salaries and benefits necessary to avoid busting the tax cap. So we reluctantly had to layoff employees to achieve it. To be clear – your Council and School Committee have insisted on cutting the cost of city and school government, not because they want to, but because they have to. It is that – or it is greatly increased taxes on everyone.

April 2010 The Reporter By Charter and law, we must not and cannot spend more than we have. Our budget must balance. In a down economy and with an iron clad tax cap, that means tax increases or spending cuts – and most of our spending is on employee salaries and benefits. Good government demands that we serve the public interest – not special interests. And economic justice in these trying times demands that we increase taxes to the least extent possible while cutting spending on government by whatever means possible. It also requires doing so while preserving essential city services. Just like you have to balance your checkbook, we have to balance ours. In my opinion, in the toughest of times, the people of East Providence have seen real leadership at work. I would suggest that the true nature of elected officials can best be seen not when money is flowing, leaders are spending, and the economy is booming; but rather, when times are the toughest and budgets can only be balanced by giant tax increases or controversial spending cuts and layoffs. By that measure, let me say that in my 18 years in East Providence city government, I have never been more proud to serve on a City Council, one which has made the toughest of tough decisions. And I have never been more impressed with the heroic efforts of the School Committee to balance the needs of taxpayers with the needs of our children. I have seen no politics, only economic justice though a fair balancing of the cost of city government between taxpayers and employees. That’s Townie Pride. We certainly have had our detractors, but what we have not had are any real alternatives to the budget cutting decisions made by your elected officials. Indeed, the only real alternative to cutting spending is to increase property taxes well in excess of the tax cap. If we spend more or cut less, taxes must go up higher. That’s the simple truth. So when you hear that this layoff or that spending cut was unfair, you need to ask how taxpayers going to pay for the alternative? Along with your elected officials the backbone of our city is its professional council/manager form of government. We are all part time officials setting policy. Our city manager implements it and runs the city day to day. He and the professional staff come up with the ideas necessary to allow government to continue to run in the face of ever-dwindling resources. Likewise, the school department is run by professional staff, who have had to improve the education of our kids with less money. In these tough times, they have done a great job for the people of East Providence. Moreover, our hardworking city employees both on the city and school side also continue to serve our city with distinction. The economic downturn is not their fault, but many have taken on additional burdens to get the job done for our city. We thank them for their extraordinary efforts. The rest of the State of the City Address – including accomplishments and a vision for the future – can be seen online at the City website at www.eastprovidenceri.net. As always, if you have any questions, concerns or comments, please email me at mayorlarisa@verizon.net. *Joe Larisa was elected Mayor of East Providence for a fourth term in December 2008 by the Council. He was elected councilman at large in November 2008, a position he previously held from 1992-2002, and 2004-06.

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East Providence Education Association By Val Lawson

Although extremely disappointed, the East Providence Education Association respects the decision of Superior Court Judge Michael Silverstein in our lawsuit regarding the unilateral actions of the School Committee in January 2009, but disagrees with the judge’s interpretation of state law. This is a classic conflict between union and management, in much the same way the early labormanagement battles evolved across the United States during the organizing years. I can not stand by and let the management of the East Providence school system run rampart over my members’ rights without answering the challenge. I will continue to stand before my union members and attempt to inspire them to bear up under the strain of management power, and work to change the outcome. We firmly believe that our stand is the correct one – respecting workers and their right to a fair bargaining process is the duty of management everywhere, whether in a factory setting or municipal government. We assert that the East Providence School Committee did not fulfill its responsibility by faithfully engaging in the bargaining process, and faithfully following through with the mechanisms put in place to resolve conflicts and impasses amicably. We also firmly believe that the East Providence School Committee members consciously chose a route that would catapult them to fame and heroism in the eyes of management rights supporters throughout the state, and maybe even the country. They have had their moment in the spotlight. But where do we go from here? Legally, the EPEA and its parent organization will file an appeal to the Superior Court decision. It’s what we do in East Providence that is the real question. I will not rest, and neither will my members, until order is restored to labor-management relations in East Providence schools. And that means a contract fairly bargained and agreed to by both parties. That’s all we ever wanted.

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East Providence teachers, disappointed with the Superior Court ruling in their case against the School Committee, are considering their options to appeal. National Education Association Rhode Island (NEARI) attorney John DeCubellis declined to comment specifically on the ruling. “We are analyzing the decision carefully in planning our response,” he said. East Providence Education Association (EPEA) President Val Lawson commented, “It’s a difficult time to be a teacher in East Providence. However, despite the ongoing conflict with the School Committee, teachers continue to be the professionals in the classroom they always have been, devoted to their students and giving them the best education possible.” NEARI President Larry Purtill said, “Unfortunately, East Providence teachers are bearing the brunt of a school committee taking undue advantage of tight economic times. Their colleagues across the state stand in support of them as their court fight continues.”

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The Superior Court ruled today that the East Providence School Committee “acted lawfully in changing the terms and conditions of the teachers’ employment” when it rolled back a 5% salary increase and imposed a 20% teacher contribution to the cost of health insurance on January 2, 2009. (Decision attached.) The Court found that the Committee and the Teachers’ Union had reached an impasse in their negotiations after months of bargaining, mediation and arbitration failed to produce an agreement. After the labor contract expired, the Court ruled that the State’s education laws required the Committee to take action to avoid a deficit. The labor agreement “was no longer of any force or effect after its expiration on October 31, 2008.” The Court’s ruling came in response to the School Committee’s request for a declaratory judgment on these points. The Court also granted the Committee’s request for a declaration that the Rhode Island Labor Relations Board has no jurisdiction to decide what actions were lawful or required by Section 16-2-9(d) of the General Laws. That Section requires that school committees take action to avoid debt “notwithstanding any general law to the contrary.” In this case, the Court ruled, that the “Committee was facing a financial crisis with an unbalanced budget exhibiting a multimillion dollar deficit.” Therefore, it acted lawfully when it reduced teachers’ compensation to avoid that debt. Anthony Carcieri, School Committee Chair, in reaction to the Court’s decision said: “We are gratified by the Court’s decision. We did what we had to do to keep the schools afloat. We always believed that we followed the law every step of the way.” Superintendent of Schools Mario Cirillo said: “With the enormous debt that was run up in 2008, there was only one way we could keep the schools operating. We had to cut expenses, and compensation was the only thing left to cut. I wish we could get the money from somewhere else, but we can’t. The Court understood that.” Chief Operating Officer, Lonnie Barham, was the only witness in the hearing before Judge Silverstein that led to the Court’s ruling. Mr. Barham commented “We tried everything to get the Union to understand and agree to help. When the Union wouldn’t agree, there was only one thing we could do to save the schools. We cut costs in the only place we could. The Court said that was right under the law.” The Court did say that the Labor Board would determine “if necessary, whether during negotiations leading up to the Committee’s actions of January 2, 2009, the Committee refused to bargain or bargained in bad faith.” The Committee’s attorney, Dan Kinder, explained: “The key phrase is `if necessary.’ This decision answers all of the questions that are necessary to answer. It says ‘the Committee acted lawfully.’ There are no more legal proceedings that are necessary.” Anthony Carcieri added: “We certainly hope this will put an end to all the lawsuits. We would much rather devote all of the money we’re saving to educating our kids. Unfortunately, the Union’s strategy so far as been to keep running up our legal bills. It would be best for everyone if they dropped that strategy and got serious about negotiating a new contract.”

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Stephen M. Gerling, a resident of Riverside and board member for the East Providence Taxpayers’ Association, formally announced his plans to run for State Senate District 18 on March 29, 2010. In his announcement, Gerling emphasized the absolute necessity for a “return to fiscal sanity”, stating; “The current legislature as a whole refuses to face the simple fact that spending must be brought under control, the business climate must become commerce-friendly, and our education system must promise a skilled work force in future generations before we can even consider asking for another dime from the taxpayers of Rhode Island”. Gerling went on to say that high taxes, double-digit unemployment, and an unaffordable pension system have lead to a “vicious circle of economic decay” wherein each dynamic of the equation serves to accelerate the others. He added: “The status quo is leading Rhode Island to financial ruin. There is no way to avoid the fact that we must undergo a process of recovery, and no person or entity can stand in the way of that healing under any guise of indignation. No one is above the reality of economic downturn, and we must all be part of the revival”. Gerling went on: “Unfunded mandates and unaffordable pensions must be put behind us, school budgets must be argued only in terms of what will best serve the children of Rhode Island, and local officials must take control of their own budgets, submitting responsible plans to eliminate debt without supplemental tax increases. We must not be afraid. We have known this to be true for years. We must admit it to ourselves”. Gerling concluded his remarks by stating that “Rhode Islanders are charged with the duty of supporting reform-oriented candidates who refuse to bow to special interests. Rhode Island is our state to save. The industrial revolution started here, there’s no reason we can’t lead the charge in fiscal sanity”.

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East Providence Resident Inducted Into National Junior Honor Society at Dayspring Christian Academy

An East Providence resident was recently inducted into the fledgling chapter of the National Junior Honor Society of Dayspring Christian Academy of Attleboro during a formal ceremony at the adjacent South Attleboro Assembly of God. In front of a large gathering of family members and friends – as well as school faculty, administrators and staff members – sixthgrader Dante Pires of East Providence was among 11 first-time NJHS inductees at DCA. Nine seventh- and eighth-graders at the school were inducted for the second straight year. This year’s new inductees received certificates and pins and endorsed a chapter registry signifying their status as new members. DCA Administrator Frank Rydwansky, Faculty Advisor Kimberly Theroux and Spiritual Advisor Robert Lavallee delivered brief speeches commending all the NJHS students, and middle school teacher Meredith Gilbert was extended an honorary membership in the chapter for her contributions to the school during the past 26 years. The National Junior Honor Society bills itself as “the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding middlelevel students.” The society has honored thousands of students since its creation in 1929 and DCA officially earned its chapter status in 2009. To procure membership in a NJHS chapter, students must establish and maintain academic proficiency; make voluntary contributions to schools and/or communities; exhibit in-school leadership and problem-solving abilities; promote civic involvement and pride with their schools; and uphold principles of morality and ethics. NJHS chapters operate in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, several United States territories and Canada, and an estimated 1 million students annual participate in its activities and those of its high school counterpart, the National Honor Society. Dante Pires of East Providence, a sixth-grade student at Dayspring Christian Academy of Attleboro, Mass., was recently inducted into the school’s chapter of the National Junior Honor Society. (Photo courtesy of Dayspring Christian Academy)

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NetCenergy Continues to Grow with New Office Administrator and Network Engineer Warwick, RI - The IT services firm of NetCenergy today announced the addition of Kimberly Prescott, Office Administrator, and Dante M. Welcher, Network Engineer, to their expanding team. Prescott brings over 23 years of customer service experience to NetCenergy and most recently supervised all payroll and human resources functions for her previous employer. Prior to her supervisory role, Prescott worked in customer service as a bank clerk and beautician. Kim resides in East Providence where she lives with her husband and two Kimberly Prescott children. Welcher brings four years of help desk support, server virtualization, and network security experience to NetCenergy. Welcher most recently served as Sergeant in the Marine Corps where he was responsible for the delivery of quality Tier I-III Support; managed, monitored, and administered the Marine Corps wide network security in a 24/7 operation center environment, and supported the entirety of the USMC server and end-user infrastructure. In addition, Welcher is fully proficient in Windows Server, VMWARE, and NetApp. Dante is a resident of West Warwick. Don Nokes, co-founder and President of NetCenergy, spoke for the entire staff saying, “We are so pleased to welcome both Kim and Dante to the NetCenergy team. Kim will be filling an integral role in our customer service and administrative department. We are also proud to welcome Dante; the technical skills that he has acquired during his 5 years of service to our country as a US Marine are invaluable.” Located in Warwick, Rhode Island, NetCenergy has been successfully serving businesses in Southern New England with their IT and service needs by aligning technologies and related services to their clients’ business goals to ensure a return on their IT investments.

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The class of 1959 from Central Falls High School is planning a reunion on June 12th at the Crown Plaza in Warwick. If you have not been contacted please call Louise (Perry) Harrop at 401-3335387 or Louise (Gagnon) Colninan at 401-333-4026.

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The Seekonk Junior High School Class of 1962 is planning a reunion and is looking for former classmates. Contact Diane Penacho Perry at: 508-336-0242

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Barrington Christian Academy will be holding its 22nd Annual Flea Market on Friday, April 30th from 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 pm and Saturday, May 1st from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Barrington Christian Academy is located at 9 Old County Road in Barrington just off Wampanoag Trail. Sale items include furniture, household items, toys, jewelry, sports equipment, children’s clothing, plants and much more. There will also be a concession stand and homemade baked goods. If you would like to donate items to the BCA Flea Market, please contact the school at 246-0113.

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The East Providence and Barrington Harbor Commission’s are co-sponsoring a 2010 Boating Safety Day event and cookout being held at Cove Haven Marina on the Barrington\East Providence line on May 22 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Attendee’s may arrive by boat (with prior reservations) or by car. Refreshments will be served by the Bristol Elks Lodge courtesy of Brewer’s Cove Haven Marina. I am working on a Live Radio broadcast of the event and local, state and federal politicians will be invited along with the local press. I am looking for commitments from your organization for the following if it applies to you or if you can arrange it. 1. Coast Guard, DEM, Harbormasters, Police & Fire vessels for display and/or public tours. 2. CG Aux Robot, CG Aux personnel for vessel safety inspections. 3. Boating Safety handouts and give-a-way items. 4. Any marine-related business, vessel, equipment or novelty that would “draw” people to the event? RIMTA member? Please RSVP with the length and type of vessel you will be bringing and whether it will be open for public tours, number of personnel and anything you else you can offer for this event. Please contact me with any Q’s. Thank you in advance for your assistance, S. Bruce Dufresne, EPHM & Ray Sousa, Barrington HM Harbormaster@cityofeastprov.com www.eastprovidenceri.net

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Chorus of East Providence Concert on May 15

Save the date! The Chorus of East Providence presents its Spring concert on Saturday, May 15, at 7:30 at Martin Middle School, 111 Brown Street, East Providence. “Ragtime!” features both music from the Broadway musical Ragtime, as well as music of the ragtime era in America, early 20th century. A medley of songs written by Irving Berlin, includes favorites such as “Blue Skies,” “Easter Parade,” What’ll I Do?,” and “There’s No Business Like Show Business.” Several Chorus members will have solo spots, and a bassist and drummer will join our pianist, Victoria Lambrozo. In short, there is music to please everyone, and fun for the whole family! Tickets are $10, no charge for children age12 and under. A limited number will be sold at the door. For information on tickets or program sponsorships: call 401-323-7041, email thechorusofep@ gmail.com or visit the website: http://chorusofep.org. This concert highlights the musical talents of the 85-member Chorus, directed by Beth Armstrong and accompanied by Victoria Lambrozo. The Chorus of East Providence, a 501(C) (3) non-profit organization, is committed to educating its members and the public, promoting appreciation of music and enhancing 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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55 Turner Avenue, Riverside RI Tickets may be obtained by contacting Mary Anne Maciel at email: dinner4lauren@aol.com, or 401-253-3715, 433-4883, or 4384445. Prices are $20.00 or $10.00 for children ages 5-10. Tickets also available at Schroder’s Deli, Lakeside Plaza, Willett Avenue in Riverside The foundation was founded in memory of Lauren Zarembka, a 2006 EPHS graduate who passed away September 23rd of 2007 after a two and a half year battle with a brain tumor. Based on the generosity of all those who have attended this annual event the past two years, as well as the support of the contributing sponsors, the fund has been able to award over $10,000.00 in scholarships as well as close to $5,000.00 in donations to music/theater programs, which were one of Lauren’s true loves in life. Additionally the foundation has adopted three families battling cancer through the Tomorrow Fund, at Hasbro Children’s Hospital during the past three holiday seasons. It is our hope that this fund will grow each year and be able to support additional scholarships, eventually reaching the level where each scholarship is fully endowed. Please join us at this year’s fundraiser which will feature: Appetizers, dinner, DJ, dancing, raffles and a silent auction. All proceeds are utilized towards scholarships, music/theater programs and providing assistance to families battling cancer at Hasbro Children’s Hospital. Sponsorships are still needed for this event, and are available at Signature ($2000) Platinum, ($1000) Gold, ($750) Silver,($500) and Bronze ($250) levels More information on sponsorships and the fundraiser can be obtained by contacting Mary Anne Maciel at email: dinner4lauren@aol.com, or 401-253-3715. Scholarship applications may be obtained through the Citizens Scholarship Fund of East Providence. Donations may also be made through Coastway Community Bank, c/o Susan Bricault 2830 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence RI 02915 Please visit our website at: laurenzarembkamemorialfoundation.vpweb.com The Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation is a 501 ( c ) (3) Charitable Organization

Church of the Epiphany Plans Yard Sale to Benefit Haiti

Rumford – Parishioners at Church of the Epiphany will host their Great Give Away Yard Sale to benefit the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund for relief in Haiti. The Great Give Away Yard Sale will be held rain or shine on Saturday, April 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the church, 1336 Pawtucket Ave., Rumford. On sale will be clothes, toys, games, books, movies and household items cleared out of parishioners’ homes during the Simple Challenge, a Lenten project that challenged them to tackle the concept of de-cluttering as a spiritual discipline. For more information, please call the church at (401) 434-5012. Church of the Epiphany holds regular Sunday morning services at 8:00 and 10:30, and guests are always welcome.

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Donation: $6/adults ($3 for children under 12) The East Providence Lions Club will sponsor a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, April 11th, 2010 from 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM at the East Providence Senior Center, 610 Waterman Avenue, East Providence. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to benefit Lions charities such as programs for the visually impaired, eyeglass purchases, Bradley Hospital, scholarships, youth activity programs, and more. The menu will consist of pancakes, sausage, eggs, muffins, coffee, and juice. Admission at the door will be $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12. For information call (401) 334-5752.

Bargain Shoppers’ Paradise Returns For 62nd Year to Providence, April 15-17 Annual Wheeler School Sale Emphasizes “Reuse & Recycle” For More Than Half A Century

Largest Free Event of its Kind in Southeastern New England Providence, R.I. — Rhode Island’s oldest and largest clothing sale is back, and bigger than ever. Come satisfy your bargain-hunting urges (and help reuse and recycle) by shopping April 15-17 at the 62nd Annual Wheeler School Clothing and More Sale. The sale will be held in the Wheeler School Gymnasium at 407 Brook Street (between Angell and Meeting Streets) in the heart of the historic East Side of Providence. Admission is free. This popular, yearly sale is a bargain shopper’s paradise offering big savings on high-quality, new and second-hand women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, home decor, books, sporting goods, toys and electronics. Thousands of items will be sold at amazingly low prices. Find incredible bargains for every member of your family and every room in your house. All clothing is carefully inspected to ensure that it is laundered, hole and tear-free. The Wheeler School Parents Association sponsors the event. Grand Opening Night: Thursday, April 15: 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 16, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. All clothing and items remaining after the sale are donated to area shelters, charities and community organizations. Proceeds from the Sale benefit the Wheeler Financial Aid fund and Providence Summerbridge, a nationally-acclaimed academic program for public middle school students. For more information about the 62nd Annual Wheeler School Clothing and More Sale, contact The Wheeler School at 401.421.8100.

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“Just For Kids” Clothing Sale Covenant Cooperative Nursery School Spring Fundraiser

A “Just for Kids” Clothing Sale is planned for Saturday, April 10th from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at the Covenant Cooperative Nursery School at 165 Rounds Avenue in Riverside, RI. Gently used clothing for boys and girls (sizes 0-8) will be available. The school welcomes donations of clothing, including shirts, sweaters, pants, dresses, footwear and outerwear. Contact the nursery school office (401) 433-3196 for more information.

Riverside Circle #28, Daughters of Isabella

Riverside Circle #28, Daughters of Isabella will meet on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 6:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Crescent View Avenue, Riverside, RI. The Circle has planned an Open Meeting starting with a delicious pot luck dinner. The Circle extends a personal invitation to all the women in the area to come to the meeting, enjoy the supper, learn about the Circle and its activities, and meet the members. Please come.

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DRHS Antiques Show and Sale April 24th • 9-4

On Saturday, April 24th from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. the Citizens Scholarship Foundation chapter at Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School will hold an Antiques Show and Sale. All proceeds will go toward scholarships to help college-bound graduates pay tuition at institutions of higher education next year. Students applying for scholarships will be participating in the Antiques Show and Sale as guides, ticket-takers, and porters. Admission is $6/ adult and $4/child. Dealers are traveling to DR from out-of-state and from all over Massachusetts. There will be a diverse variety of lovely relics: china, porcelain, clocks, cameras, furniture, collectibles, Depression era glass, pocket watches, art work, and much, much, more.

Wednesday, April 7, 7 p.m. Bradley Hospital East Prov., RI

CH/ADD, a AD/HD support network, brings back Brain Gym expert, clinician, and motivational speaker, Joe Schechtman, to share his knowledge on Brain Gym, an educational kinesology, developed by Gail and Paul Dennison. Brain Gym is being used in over 80 countries throughout the world. Where it helps all students and adults, it is really effective with people who have learning challenges and developmental delays. Carla Hannaford, in her book, Smart Moves, incorporates laterality and repatterning in the definition of brain gym. Dennison is dedicated to redefining the learning process, improving memory and attention through movement. “Learning is not an isolated brain function. Every nerve and cell are contributing to our intellectual and learning capacity,” state Dennison and Hannaford. Brain Gym involves a series of movements, although it is based on kinesology which is the connection of our organs to our muscles. *Kinesiology is a brand new branch of Science developed by doctors, chiropractors and acupuncturists. They pooled their knowledge and added it to Chinese medicine to develop a new technology which is efficient at balancing the body so that it can return to better health, energy and emotional strength. It involves testing the muscles to locate the area of stress causing imbalance. The basis of Kinesiology is that the brain is in constant communication with the 639 muscles in the body with muscles communicating with organs. The kineologist tests the electrical pathways in the body using a Centering System which tests “Gaits”, related to walking, “Hyoid”, the bone in the throat, and the structural muscular system. One method for correcting structural problems is called the Neurological Organization Technique. This is holistic technique that can identify blocks in various systems of the body caused by everything from nutritional deficiencies to emotional stress.* Dr. Schechtman will demonstrate brain gym techniques and offer suggestions for using Brain Gym at home and in the classroom. Resources: braingym.org; lumosity.com/k/brain exercises; postitscience.com/brain games; about.com As always, Teens are welcome. A $5 donation is appreciated from our guests. Please continue to support CH/ADD through your membership and forward to interested parties, including educators. For more information, contact Roberta Schneider, Coordinator @ 401. 369-0045 Registration in not required, although please respond if you are planning to attend. Thank you.

April 2010 The Reporter Proceeds to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of MA, RI, NH, & ME

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Each mobster and moll in attendance will be given $50,000 in play ‘dough’ to hit your table of choice, including Black Jack, Poker, Roulette and Craps. Throughout the evening, guests will have the opportunity to bid on oodles of ritzy auction items, purchase grab bags and visit booths on Epilepsy Education and Awareness. Learn the Charleston, sample delicious food, and enjoy live music in key the Roaring 20’s, all while supporting a worthy cause. Period themed attire is encouraged, ages 18+ only please. Tickets are $50, which includes your play ‘dough’ and fun for the entire evening for a great cause! To Purchase Tickets Tickets are $50, which includes your play ‘dough’ and fun for the entire evening Visit our website www.efmri.org and purchase tickets online. Mail payment to with ’Providence Speakeasy’ noted in the memo line, with a name for the reservation. For further information, please contact: The Epilepsy Foundation of MA, RI, NH, & ME; events@efmri. org 888-576-9996 OR 617-506-6041, 540 Gallivan Blvd, Boston, MA 02124

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Whether you prefer scented candles, dim lighting or cozy rugs to accent your home, stimulating all the senses is a key style component in 2010. Comprised of soft colors, the sense trend will swaddle and soothe the soul. It engages all five senses as it mixes textures, scents and patterns throughout the home. This trend also focuses on the details, allowing you to make a statement with even the smallest elements. Colors in the sense palette include Pacific Purple, Morning Mist, Hyacinth, Celery, Jade and Sand.

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The Seekonk American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 311 will hold their annual Penny Social on Saturday, April 17th at the American Legion Post at 351 Fall River Ave., Seekonk, MA. The doors open at 5 p.m., with the Penny Social and Raffles starting at 6 P.M. Free admission. Hot dogs will be available for purchase. Proceeds will help the Auxiliary to continue their programs that benefit Veterans, their families and our local community. Please call Kathy at 401434-8917 with any questions.

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Local Group Seeking Drummers

Who: The Yankee Volunteers Fife & Drum Corps is a Seekonkbased musical marching band that features historical music, live musket fire and their signature dancing girls. Founded in 2000, the group performs annually throughout RI and southeastern MA in such events as the Bristol 4th of July parade, Gaspee Days Parade and Newport St Patrick’s Day parade. Each year the group travels on a concert tour as the finale to the season. The past tours have included; Jamestown VA for the 400th anniversary, Washington, DC with performances at the Capitol, and both the Lincoln and Jefferson Monuments and Charlestown, SC. This fall the group will be traveling to London, England as guest performers for the America in London Events. What: Students and adults, ages 10 and up who are interested in history, music and enjoy performing should attend an open rehearsal on April 11. The group is happy to have people with no experience, but musical background is a plus. They are presently looking to fill openings in the snare drum line, but are happy to accept prospective fifers, dancers and musket men. When: Rehearsals are Sunday evenings from 6—8 @ the Barn on Lake Street, Seekonk. Other details: There are no enrollment or registration fees to join the group. We encourage anyone who has either had musical training, formal dance lessons or who simply has a desire to perform, to attend the open rehearsal on April 11. For further information: email jenayevans@aol.com.

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Catholic Schools Share Love of Books in the Rooster Games

March 5, 2010 – Fifth grade students from two of East Providence’s Catholic schools – Sacred Heart and St. Margaret – competed in the Rooster Games, the Rhode Island Children’s Book Award contest. Starting last summer, the students were provided a list of 20 newly published books selected by Rhode Island’s children’s librarians. Students were encouraged to read at least eight books, and many children read all 20. All that reading culminated in the Rooster Games, a series of contests such as matching the title with the author, or matching objects with the storyline of a book. Four teams – with each team consisting of students from both schools – worked together to answer the questions. “The Rooster games encourage reading, which is the secret to success,” said Sally Grey, librarian at St. Margaret. Joan Peck, librarian at Sacred Heart noticed the cooperation between the students at both schools. “Most of these children just met today for the first time, and they already work very well together because they have a common goal. It’s so refreshing to see such enthusiasm over books and reading.” East Providence children’s librarian Pam Schwieger, also a St. Margaret School alum, invested time finding objects that represent each of the books. “This year, working with my fellow librarians, I was on the search for a hawk feather for Pale Male, a basketball for Along Came Spider, and a Bloomingdale’s shopping bag for Squirrel World,” said Schwieger. “The Bloomingdale’s bag was

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The Guidance Department at Martin Middle School held a Career Day for all eighth grade students on Thursday, March 18, 2010 from approximately 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. The morning began with coffee and pastry in the cafeteria at 7:30 a.m. The students were given the opportunity to interact with people in different careers and to understand what qualifications and education was needed to be in that profession. Students were able to ask questions about the speaker’s career as well as looking at different props from their jobs. The students left knowing that with an education that all doors are open for them along with hard work and determination.

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Orlo Avenue 5th Grade Students “Bookmarks for Haiti”

In wake of the earthquake which devastated the island nation of Haiti, Orlo Avenue Elementary School’s fifth grade Feinstein Jr. Scholars created bookmarks and gave them to students that gave a donation to the Haiti Relief Fund. Their teachers Mrs. Azevedo and Mrs. Swan used this tragedy to teach students not only about the importance of good deeds but also about the struggling country. All bookmarks had an important fact and/or drawing or a message of hope that represented Haiti. After a weeklong collection, Orlo Avenue students and their families donated a total of $482.00. The money raised will be donated to The American Red Cross.

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Kent Heights Elementary School will be having its 3rd Annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 15th from 10am to 2pm. Kent Heights Elementary School is located on 2680 Pawtucket Avenue in East Providence. This event will be RAIN or SHINE!! The fair will be filled with many children’s games, activities, food, raffles, and silent auction items. There will also be vendors and crafters available for your shopping pleasures. This event is open to the whole community so bring your family and friends on May 15th to have a great time at the Kent Heights Spring Fair. It is sure to be a great time!

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Special Olympics - East Providence, RI 2010 Unified Duckpin Bowling Tournament

The Special Olympics of East Providence team just completed our Unified Duckpin Bowling season and tournament. We have (24) Special Olympic Athletes paired up with (24) "Partners" to create (12) teams that bowl together. This is called the Unified Sports program because it teams up Special Olympics athletes with athletes without "special needs" (PARTNERS). You can reference the UNIFIED SPORTS section of the Special Olympics of Rhode Island's website for more information on UNIFIED SPORTS at www. specialolympicsri.org. We practiced at the Bowling Academy on Taunton Ave. in East Providence. The Tournament was held on March 29th at Town Hall Lanes, 1463 Atwood Ave., Johnston. The (12) teams from East Providence combined to earn a total of (6) GOLD, (4) SILVER, & (3) BRONZE medals at the tournament. Special Thanks to the East Providence School Department, the Bowling Academy of East Providence, and all of the "Partners" who helped make this another successful bowling season.

I would like to thank Special Olympics of Rhode Island, Providence College, Wheeler Farm School, the referees, and everyone involved in this season’s Traditional Basketball program. Once again I would like to thank Paul Amaral, Athletic Director of East Providence High School, and the whole East Providence school system for their constant support and assistance with our program. If anyone wants to know more about the Special Olympics program, here in East Providence, they can contact me. James M. Bullock, 93 Ruth Ave. Rumford, RI 02916, 438-8799

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On Saturday, March 13th, 2 teams from Special Olympics of East Providence competed in the 2010 Special Olympics of Rhode Island Traditional Basketball Tournament held at Peterson Recreation center at Providence College. 26 teams from across the state competed in the tournament that went from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Team 1 posted a 4-2-1 regular season record, and had a 4th place finish in the tournament. Team 2 had a 5-2 regular season record, but went 1-1 in the tournament, playing probably their best 2 games of the season, to win the SILVER medal.

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Thursday April 15, 2010 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. iPods & MP3 Players

Peter Landry, Software Consultant, will give this presentation on the basics of portable media players such as iPods. This presentation will cover how to choose a player and how to put music on it. He will also address what else you can do with an MP3 player. Peter Landry is a Software Consultant based in Providence, RI. His knowledge of MP3 players is based on being a gadget junkie and a music lover. This program is free and open to all and no registration is required.

Thursday April 29, 2010 6:00 - 8:00pm Portuguese Genealogy Workshop

George Pacheco, professional genealogist and local East Providence resident will teach you how to trace your Portuguese roots using sources from Portugal mainland, the Azores, Madeira, Cape Verde and Brazil. He will tell you exactly how to access vital records, archives and registries and give you tips on how to order vital records. He will show you many free internet sites, low-cost genealogy websites and as well as how to use Portuguese internet sites. He will also teach you how to read and decipher Portuguese documents. Find out how to access holdings available at the Family History Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Handouts will be available. George Pacheco is a lecturer and researcher associated with the Family History Center of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Dartmouth, MA. He often travels to the Azores to research the local archives and has collected materials not readily available to the public. This program is free and open to all, but registration is required. To register, call 433-4877.

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Weaver: Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. ages 3 - 6; Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. ages 2 - 6; Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. ages 0 - 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. ages 3 - 6 Fuller: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. ages 2 -3 Riverside: Mondays, 10:30 a.m. ages 2 - 3; Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. ages 4 - 6 Rumford: Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. ages 3 - 6

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Monday, April 5 - Paper Plate Fish Tank (all ages) Monday, April 26 - Spring Crown (all ages)

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Tuesday, April 6 - Frog Memo Clip (all ages); Tuesday, April 20 - Crocodile Door Hanger (all ages) Double Digits - ages 10 & up: Tuesday, April 13 - Blue Jean Bracelet; Tuesday, April 27 – Beading Butterflies & Dragonflies

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Charity Day @ Weaver Monday, April 12 • 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

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Bookies: Millions of Cats, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., grades 1 - 5 @ Weaver

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Family Movie: 10 a.m., @ Weaver

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We read and act out great stories, tell jokes, make crafts, eat snacks, and play games. Books are read during the program. Thursdays, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. April 8 - Elephants @ Weaver April 22 - The Little Red Hen @ Weaver

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. Food and drinks will be served. Wednesday, April 21, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. @ Weaver

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Board Games: All day - all ages @ Riverside Gaming: Wii, Guitar Hero, DDR 1:303:30 p.m. - Grades 1-12 @ Weaver Craft: Crocodile Door Hanger 3-5 p.m. - all ages @ Rumford

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, April 5, 3-4 p.m. @ Weaver

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, April 26, 3 – 4 p.m. @ Weaver

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On-Line Forms Library And Master Application Will Cut The Time And Paperwork Necessary To Launch A New Company Providence, RI -- Secretary of State Ralph Mollis says Rhode Islanders dreaming about being their own boss can now find every one of the hundreds forms that state agencies can require to start a business on his website at sos.ri.gov. “This not only will make it easier to do business, it will help change the perception that Rhode Island is not business friendly. We are focused on creating jobs and getting the economy moving again,” said Mollis, whose office helped 6,900 companies get started last year. The new forms library contains every one of 307 separate documents that state agencies can require. The documents are organized by business type ranging from accounting to yoga. Users can use a simple alpha search tool to find all the forms necessary to open no matter what business they have in mind. “The ability to access the requirements, consolidate the data and print the needed forms from one site represents a significant step and much needed change,” said Bob Bacon, CEO of Gregg’s Restaurant in East Providence who joined Mollis at the State House to unveil the new tool. The forms library is just phase one of Mollis’ plan to make it easier to do business in Rhode Island. A new “Quick Start” master application will enable entrepreneurs to enter their contact and business information on-line just once no matter how many forms state agencies require them to submit in order to start a business. “You no longer will have to write your name on 10 or 20 or even 30 forms in order to launch a new company. That frees you to spend more time innovating and serving your customers,” said Mollis. In addition to creating an on-line application, Mollis will ask every state agency to consider shortening, consolidating or eliminating some forms. For example, 10 forms are required to open a cafe and 30 forms are required in order to install fire protection systems. For the past few weeks, Mollis has been previewing Quick Start for the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation executives, chamber of commerce CEOs and political leaders. Support for the initiative has been strong. “We are all working together to make it easier to navigate through the maze of state and local applications, permits and approvals when trying to open a new business. To support our small businesses, we are committed to developing improved customer service capacity to more effectively meet the needs of the business community, and to facilitate better coordination among state agencies and municipalities in the promotion of our economic develop initiatives,” said Governor Carcieri. Legislative leaders are committed to improving Rhode Island’s business climate. They are working with Mollis to identify possible sources of funding for the project. “I commend Secretary of State Mollis for streamlining the process to do business in our state. The House this year created a Small Business Committee to focus on issues such as this one where we can cut through the myriad of red tape for individual entrepreneurs and companies alike. The economy is challenging enough, so it is imperative that we do everything possible to lend a helping hand to businesses,” said Speaker of the House Gordon Fox.

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If funding becomes available soon, the master application could be up and running by the end of this year. “In the Senate’s visits with small business leaders and during the Senate’s Small Business Task Force hearings, we heard repeatedly from small businesses who were frustrated with the redundancies contained within the permitting process. Implementation of the

Secretary of State Ralph Mollis is joined by Bob Bacon, CEO of Gregg's Restaurant in East Providence, and Maria Puleo and Lauren Slocum of the Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce at a State House press conference to unveil two new tools that will make it easier to work with state government when starting a business.

Quick Start initiative complements the Senate’s work, through the Task Force, to break down the regulatory hurdles and barriers small businesses face. It eases the process and shortens the time required to start a business and create jobs in Rhode Island. I am proud to support this initiative,” said Senate President Teresa Paiva-Weed. The public will access the master application through the secretary of state’s website at sos.ri.gov. The system will guide users guided through the process of entering their contact and business information as well as identify all the forms necessary for their specific business. Once they have entered their contact and business information, they can use it to populate every form they are required to submit. Quick Start will accommodate all the various computer systems in state government. The data will be provided to state agencies in three common formats that are compatible with almost every operating system. “A lot of thought has gone into designing a system that will work right out of the gate. It was important to take the time to listen to our customers and thoroughly research a solution,” said Mollis. Future phases of the Quick Start could add a master application for municipalities or an on-line renewal system for existing businesses. The secretary of state’s office works with almost every company registered to do business in Rhode Island – more than 65,000 in all. Since taking office in 2007, Mollis has helped more than 21,800 companies get started through his First Stop Business Information Center. Secretary of State Mollis is committed to making it easier to vote, helping business grow and making government more open and accessible. For more information about the programs and services the Secretary of State offers Rhode Islanders, visit sos.ri.gov.

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Da Ponte IRBA Legislation Becomes Law

State House – Sen. Daniel Da Ponte (DDist.14, East Providence, Pawtucket) joined Governor Donald Carcieri, House Finance Committee Chairman Steven M. Costantino, Economic Development Corporation Director Keith Stokes and Capco Steel CEO Mike Caparco for the signing of his bill restoring $60 million of authorized debt to the Rhode Island Industrial Recreational Building Authority and requiring biannual reporting of all projects involved with the program. “I am proud to have sponsored this bill and watch as it’s signed into law,” said Senator Da Ponte. “This bill provides immediate and substantial help to Rhode Island’s small businesses who are struggling to keep their operations afloat. As the banks have tightened their lending out of fear and greed, we must keep our businesses open and our friends and neighbors at work. We must care for the businesses already within our state, we must help them grow and flourish, so that they may lead on the front lines in making Rhode Island economically viable once again. This bill does that and much more.” Capco Steel is one example of a company helped by the IRBA-backed loans. Capco Steel already employs 425 people in Rhode Island. With the IRBA-backed loan, Capco Steel will be able to expand business operations as well as employ an additional 105 people in the state of Rhode Island.

PAINKILLER ADDICTION: The Silent Epidemic

Our community is in serious health crisis: the hidden epidemic of painkiller addiction (opioid dependence) is growing and likely affects the lives of people you know. Opioid dependence is a condition that involves the physical, psychological and behavioral need for an opioid, and affects every aspect of a person’s life. These prescription painkillers are chemically similar to heroin and can be as addictive. Opioid dependence is a medical condition that impacts almost 2 million Americans. During the past decade, however, opioids have migrated into the cultural mainstream and have put new populations at risk. This medical condition can sometimes result from the misuse of appropriately prescribed medications for the treatment of chronic pain and, at other times, from recreational use. It is currently present in many communities where opioid misuse was virtually unheard of 15 years ago.

Adults abusing opioids typically acquire them by “doctor shopping” or from illegal sources. A frighteningly increasing number of youths and young adults (college students) are acquiring them by stealing them from parents or relatives, buying them from classmates with legitimate prescriptions, or buying them from illegal internet pharmacies or other vendors. When an opioid-dependent person stops taking opioids, severe physical withdrawal symptoms occur, and he/she often develops intense cravings for the drug. These cravings can be so powerful that people find it almost impossible to stop taking the opioids.

The social stigma attached to opioid dependence is so strong that some people will continue using opioids rather than risking possible exposure by seeking treatment. A new treatment option is now available, which can be prescribed by trained, certified physicians in the privacy of an office setting. If you, or someone you know is affected by dependence on opioid prescription painkillers or heroin, call (401)289-0011 and ask about private, in-office treatment that suppresses withdrawal symptoms and decreases cravings. This treatment transforms lives, please share this information with anyone who needs help.

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Divine Mercy Devotion

On April 11th at St. Martha’s Church (2595 Pawtucket Ave. East Providence) will be sponsoring a Divine Mercy Devotion with a Mass preceding at 12:00 p.m. There will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, praying of the Chaplet and at 3:00 p.m. a sampling of a new musical composed by Stephen DeCesare on the life of Sister Faustina will be premiered. For more information, please call: 401-434-4060.

Newman Congregational Church, UCC to Hold Card Party - Luncheon

Rumford, RI – Newman Congregational Church on the corner of Newman and Pawtucket Avenues will hold their 16th Annual Card Party/Luncheon on Thursday, April 22nd from 12:00 to 3:00 P.M. Invite your friends for a game of Bridge, Rummy, Canasta or bring your favorite Board Game and enjoy a catered lunch from Clockwork Deli. A Penny Social Table will be available and Door Prizes will be awarded. Tickets are $10.00 per person and should be purchased by April 21st. Donations of canned goods will be gratefully received to help stock the Bread of Life Food Pantry. For more information, please call 401-434-4742.

Newman Church Spring Choral Concert

Celebrating the 200 Year Anniversary of our Meeting House through American Choral Music. Rumford, RI - Newman Congregational Church Choir is pleased to present its annual spring choral concert. This year’s theme is a celebration of the 200 year anniversary of our beautiful meeting house, the fourth edifice that has stood as Newman Church since the parish was formed in 1643. The Newman Congregational Church Choir is led by Geoffrey Greene, Music Director. Featured choral soloists are Alisa Cassola, soprano, Barbara Youmans, alto, Neil Letendre, tenor, and Paul Hutchins, baritone

The Spring Choral Concert will take place on Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. The public is cordially invited and there is a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds benefit the church’s music program. A reception will follow the concert. Newman Church is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916. For more information, please call (401) 434-4742, email us at newmanchurch@ juno.com or visit our website at http://www.newmanucc.org.

St Brendan’s Church Prayer Shawl Ministry

St Brendan’s Church in Riverside, RI began a Prayer Shawl Ministry on June 5, 2008. Volunteers have knitted and crocheted over 240 shawls of many colors for the ministry. The workers knit and crochet using a 3-stitch patters representing “The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; Jesus, Mary and Joseph, etc”. Shawls can be requested for a specific illness or by a special color, and for women, men and children experiencing difficulties. There are 27 different types of cancers and/or illnesses and are represented by a color of yarn. Also, the color of yarn represents personalities - happiness, dedicated, spiritual, etc. Each shawl is prayed upon three times during the monthly meetings with volunteers. They continue to work on their shawl during their free time at home. The shawls are blessed at a specific mass by the priest. Prayer Shawl Ministries have been established in many parishes around the country. Those who gather usually develop a bond of friendship and community. And because the ministry is rooted in prayer, the shawl-creators truly encircle the lives of those who will wear them. A shawl can be requested by contacting Jeanne Atwell - 401-437-1949, or Sophie Fredrick - 401-433-0680.

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Monday, April 5th, 12 noon – 4:30 p.m. People 55+ yrs. (sometimes 50+ - check w/ your insurance company) may get a discount on their automobile insurance for taking this course. Discounts vary; contact your insurer for the amount of discount they offer and to see if you qualify. This new 4 hour course is condensed from 8 hours so please be prompt at 12 noon for completion of AARP forms and your insurance certificate. No late comers will be allowed. The class will take place 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. The course fee is $14.00 for each participant. AARP members will receive a $2.00 discount if the person takes either their active, unexpired, AARP membership card or membership number to class that day. This

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An Unlikely End To Suffering In 1991 I hurt my back lifting a box. The pain in my lower back was so severe it limited my ability to work or do most things people take for granted. I started seeing a chiropractor and was making progress, however I also met with a surgeon who advised me to have surgery and not go back to the chiropractor. I took his advice and had a discectomy performed on my L5 disc. I felt much better for about 7 years after the surgery, then as time went on the pain came back. I was hurting all the time and each year the pain in my low back and hip became increasingly worse. I was now in more pain than before the surgery. Just standing made my hip pain worse. I was limping now and could not walk more than a 1/4 of a mile or sit longer than a 1/2 hour. Every part of my life was effected one way or another. The pain was now severe. I didn't know what to do. I had back surgery and it

failed so I felt I was out of options. My husband saw an advertisement in the East Providence Reporter that caught his attention. It said "Back Pain, Hip Pain We Get Results!" He urged me to call, so I did. I called New Hope Family Chiropractic located in Riverside RI and scheduled an appointment. I was surprised at the thoroughness of Dr. Lincoln's consultation and exam. He took the time to understand my situation and explain to me what was causing my problem and how chiropractic could help. I was very hopeful he could help me. The next visit Dr. Lincoln went over with me in great detail my x-rays and his report of findings. It was clear to me what was causing my problem and how chiropractic could possibly help. Dr. Lincoln gave me my first chiropractic adjustment after his report of findings. I felt better the next day. On my next visit he put me on a treatment plan. Each visit I began to get better and better. I could not believe it and my husband is totally amazed. I can now walk again without a limit and do things I have not been able to do in years. I am so happy not to be in pain. If you are suffering in pain like I was, don't wait. Call and see if chiropractic can help you like it helped me.

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is a mandated requirement and there are no exceptions in order to obtain this discount. Registration is required ASAP as space is limited. Please bring your check to class that day payable to AARP. For more info, call the Senior Center @ 435-7800 Ext. #6. You can bring a snack or sandwich to eat during the class break. If the course participant is a member of AARP but does not have their AARP membership card, they can call 1-888--6872277) to obtain their number. If the course participant is a member but does not have their card or AARP membership number with them, they will have to pay $14.00.

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meant to engage and captivate for life! The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba class! In the past years, the Zumba program has become nothing short of a revolution, spreading like wildfire, and positioning itself as the single most influential movement in the industry of fitness. As of July 2009, the Zumba program is being taught at over 40,000 locations in 75 countries, has sold millions of DVDs, and has changed the lives of Zumba Fanatics worldwide with an astonishing five million participants taking Zumba classes every week. Why? Because it's the best party around.

Monthly Highlights

Blood Pressure Clinic 5th 10:30 a.m. 55 Alive Driving 5th 12 p.m. Bayada Nursing 6th 10:30 a.m. Clinical Lab 7th 8:30 a.m. Stroke Club 7th 1:30 p.m. Tax Assistance 8th 9 a.m. The Townie Red Hats 8th 1 p.m. Pancake Breakfast 11th 8 a.m. EPOCH Senior Living 13th 10:30 a.m. East Bay Center 13th 9 a.m. Weight Maintenance 13th 10:45 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic 14th 10:30 a.m. Tax Assistance 15th 9 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic 15th 10:30 a.m. AARP Board Meeting 15th 2 p.m. In-Sight 16th 12:45 p.m. AED Training 19th 1:30 p.m. Infusion Resources 20th 10:30 a.m. Food Stamps 21st 10 a.m. Stroke Talk 21st 2 p.m. Diabetes Support 22nd 1:30 p.m. Shingles Vaccine 23rd 11 a.m. Caregivers Support 26th 10:30 a.m. East Bay Center 27th 9 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic 27th 10:30 a.m. To Life Center 27th 10:30 a.m. RSVP Board Meeting 29th 1 p.m. Advisory Board 29th 9 a.m.

Tai Chi

Tai Chi is being offered on Tuesday mornings @ 11:00am at the East Providence Senior Center. 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. For more information, please contact the center at 435-7873.

Exercise Programs Intermediate Yoga

Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m. $3. Integrated YOGA for emotional/mental power. Flexibility, strength, balances, beauty,

April 2010 The Reporter stretching, weight reduction, improved breathing, relaxation, and stress relief. All are components of our Yoga classes.

Beginners Yoga - Mondays 10:30 a.m. 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.

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.

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.

ZUMBA

Tuesday 12 noon $5. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba® class!

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.

Fitness Center

Support Groups

Diabetes Support

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Open meeting held monthly for people with diabetes to meet for mutual support. The group meets the fourth Thursday of each month.

Caregiver’s Support

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

This support group is held the fourth Monday each month. The sessions offer support and sharing with others who are caring for loved ones.

Stroke Club

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Stroke Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month and provides entertainment, education, support, socialization, refreshments, and transportation for stroke survivors and their caregivers.

In-Sight Support

12:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

In-Sight offers programs and support in productive living for the vision impaired. The group meets the 3rd Friday of every month.

Daily Programs

Computer games Nutritional Lunch

Billiards Cards Bocce ball Walking Track Morning & Afternoon Coffee

Senior Center Library

Our fitness room is open Monday through Friday 8 a.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.

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.

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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

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Monday & Thursday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Friday

1:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 8:15 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 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, 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.

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9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

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

8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 a.m. 1:25 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

Cards (Cockroach) Aerobics Exercise Watercolor Class Bocce Ball PACE Weight Maintenance (2nd Tues) Postal Service (1st Tues) Drawing Class Cribbage BINGO Stroke Club (1st Tues)

8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m.

East Side Lab (1st Wed) Intermediate Yoga Manicurist Scrabble Tai Chi Exercise Nutrition

9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

Tax Preparation (Feb. & Mar) Aerobics Exercise Nutrition Weight Loss Bridge Craft Class Diabetes Support Group (4th Thurs)

9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 12:45 p.m. 1:20 p.m. 2:00 p.m.

Pool League Scrabble PACE In-Sight Support Group (4th Fri) Hi Lo Jack League Ballroom Dance

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Daily Lunch Noon Library 8 a.m. — 4 p.m. Coffee Hour 2:15 p.m. Fitness Center 8 a.m. — 4 p.m. (Closed 12 - 1 p.m.)

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 are available.

Leisure Programs

Book Club Monday 1 p.m. Bingo Tuesday 1:25 p.m. Scrabble Wednesday/Friday10 a.m. Meditation Class Friday 11 a.m. Library Daily 8-4 p.m. Computer Games Daily Lower Level Billiards Daily Lower level

Senior Center Healthy Aging

Shingles Vaccine Clinic at the EPSC! On Friday, April 23rd from 11 am until 12:30 pm the Wellness Company will be providing shingles vaccines. You must pre-register by calling the Wellness Company at: 490-0942. They will need to obtain some information from you over the phone and they will tell what your co-pay will be for the vaccine. You can then decide if you wish to make an appointment. Nutrition-Weight Loss. Our next ten-week session begins the first week of this month! You must pre-register for this award winning program by contacting Rita in the Health Office. Get a new you for spring! 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 certified 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. Free weekly meditation group! Our own Ann Marie Sabula RD and Dolores Norton Braica RN lead this wonderful group each Friday at 11 am. This program is open to all from beginner to expert. Try something new to reduce your stress. Our new vendor program has been successful! Local vendors who have services or products of interest to seniors will have space in our lobby to showcase themselves and provide education. Each Tuesday this month we have in our main lobby: April 6: Bayada Nurses-Questions

on doctor’s visits April 13: Epoch Senior Living-Respite Stays April 20: Infusion Resources-Bone Density Screening April 27: To life Center-Adult Day Services We are very pleased to have Bayada Nurses for monthly blood pressure checks. They will be here on Monday, April 5th from 10:30 to 11:30 am in the dining room. Please stop by and find out what these wonderful home care specialists can do for you and your family. East Side Clinical Lab draws blood work here once per month. The date for this month is: Wednesday April 7th, 8:30-11:30. There is no pre-registration, just come in with the lab slip from your doctor. 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 Tuesdays, April 13th and 27th from 9 a.m. to12 noon. Please see Rita in the Health office for a confidential appointment. Nutrition/Weight Loss Maintenance group will be meeting Tuesday, April 13th at 10:45 a.m. in the seminar room. We will be having a general discussion. Please join us so we may continue this group! Waterview Villa’s nurse, Sonya Moniz will be taking blood pressures on Wednesday, April 14th from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the dining room. Come sit and chat with her. Lisa Marie McCormick RD from SNAP is now here twice each month! On Wednesday, April 14th at 2 p.m. and Thursday April 15th at 11 a.m. Lisa Marie will be discussing New Drink Claims. Please join us. Lisa Marie brings treats and recipes to this free program! Evergreen House Health Center will be taking blood pressure readings on Thursday, April 15th 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. Attention All AED trained personnel: We are having a mandatory practice session on Monday, April 19th at 1:30 p.m. This is the CPR/AED review session with Butch Chagnon, licensed instructor of rescue training. Please attend, Butch is always entertaining! The Food Stamp Assistance program will be here on the third Wednesday of every month to assist seniors with eligibility requirements and the application process. Many seniors are eligible and they do not know it! This month Janet Holmes will be here April 21st. Please contact her at 4370006 ext. 147 to make an appointment. On Wednesday, April 21st we are having a very special guest speaker: Dr. A.

April 2010 The Reporter Dennison will be presenting a talk on: Stroke Prevention at 2 p.m. in the multi-purpose room. This is your chance to ask a physician questions on this very important topic. We are very grateful to Evergreen Health Center for sponsoring Dr. Dennison. Diabetes Support Group will be meeting on Thursday, April 22nd, from 1:30-3 p.m. in the seminar room. We will be having a general discussion. This program is free and open to anyone with diabetes. Please join us for support and helpful hints from others with diabetes. Our Caregiver’s Support Group is scheduled for Monday, April 26th at 10:30 a.m. in the seminar room. We will be having a general discussion. If you are caring for someone, this group is for you. Please join us for support. Atria Bay Spring Village will be taking blood pressures on Tuesday, April 27th 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 246-2500.

Every 18 Seconds

Unintentional falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death among older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1.8 million people aged 65 and older were treated in emergency rooms for nonfatal injuries from falls in 2005. (That’s one every 18 seconds!) That same year, injuries related to unintentional falls caused the death of 15,800 older adults. While it’s impossible to completely eliminate any chance of falling (after all, accidents happen), there are a number of things you can do to greatly reduce your risk and increase your independence: Exercise regularly. Programs that increase strength and improve balance and flexibility are particularly good, like tai chi and yoga. Review your medications. Some medications may have side effects that can affect your stability and balance. So talk with your doctor or pharmacist, and make sure that what you’re taking is safe and appropriate. Take a vision exam. Have your vision checked at least once a year by a licensed eye doctor. Be safe at home. Half of all falls occur at home. Reduce hazards in your house by putting up handrails on stairs, and grab bars and non-slip mats in the bath. Replace small throw rugs with those that have more secure, non-skid backing. Improve lighting and avoid walking around barefoot. For cabinet storage, make sure you can reach items easily, without using a step stool.

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We ask all to bring in clipped coupons found in the Sunday newspaper and maybe we can make a difference. They are distributed to the spouses and children of troops who sometimes struggle to make ends meet on military salaries.

Cell Phone Recycling

The center is collecting used or discarded cell phones. Most phones end up in kitchen drawers collecting dust. By partnering with Cellular Recycler, we have developed a way to make the most of used cell phones. A box is in the administration office for depositing the cell phones. We thank you in advance. The phones will either be recycled for their precious metals according to EPA standards or be refurbished for use in developing countries. The memory of each phone is “flashed” to wipe out any previous information stored on the cell phone.

Remember when:

Roberts, Clothing for kids, started in started in Downtown Pawtucket, had locations in Providence & the Lincoln Mall. Murray's, North Main Street, Providence. Carried Fine Jewelry, Diamonds, Gifts, TV's and Appliances. Davol Market Place, At Point & Eddy Street, Providence. Originally The Davol Rubber Company - founded in Providence in 1874 to produce rubber medical and surgical devices, such as hot water bottles and catheters. The short-lived Davol Square Marketplace mall occupied the building complex in the 1980s. Mammoth Mart was a discount department store chain, located in the northeastern United States, primarily in the New England area. Woolworth's, The F. W. Woolworth Company (often referred to as Woolworth's) was a retail company that was one of the original American five-and-dime stores. One of the best things about Woolworth was that it had an old fashioned diner inside where you could get a hot dog and milkshake and all the kids would come and buy the old 45 rpm records they had the biggest selection anywhere. The Old Stone Bank, Providence, was a popular Rhode Island banking institution. Founded as a mutual savings bank, the Providence Institution for Savings, in 1819, It col-

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lapsed in the 1990s after the federal government convinced it to take over two failed savings and loan institutions, but reneged on its promise that it would not hurt the bank to do so. Bess Eaton Donuts, The corporate headquarters were located in Westerly, Rhode Island with up to 56 retail shops spread between Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. At one time, it was Rhode Island's seventh largest private employer of 750 workers and 650 workers at the chain's sale. The chain was sold to Tim Horton’s of Canada 2004. New York Lace Store, Located in Pawtucket, It was on the corner of Lonsdale and Main Streets. Originally located (until the 1950s) on Broad St. in downtown Pawtucket. RI Reds Hockey, Both Rhode Island Reds and Providence Reds were the names that referred to the team during its 51-year history. Child World, "Child World… Child World a super toy store, and a whole lot more. "Founded 1974 - Closed 1992. The mascot for Child World was a cartoon panda bear named Peter Panda, often depicted wearing overalls with his name printed on them.

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a man who has the gift of saying so much with so few words I've learned… That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. I've learned… That when you're in love, it shows. I've learned… That just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day. I've learned… That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world. I've learned… That being kind is more important than being right. I've learned… That you should never say no to a gift from a child. I've learned… That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in some other way. I've learned… That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with. I've learned… That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand. I've learned… That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult. I've learned… That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes. I've learned… That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for. I've learned… That money doesn't buy class. I've learned… That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular. I've learned… That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

Townie Road Runners East Providence Senior Center And Monty’s Trips For 2010 April 16 – 19, 2010 Washington, DC - $369.00 Dbl Occ. to include 3 nights accommodations, 6 meals – 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners, Fri. – Mon. Tours of US Capitol, Embassy Row, several War Memorials, Arlington Cemetery, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian 4 Days 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. All gratuities included for driver and tour guides. April 24, 2010 Captain Jack’s/Foxwoods $61.00 to include at Foxwoods, Buffet coupon, $15.00 Lucky 7 Keno, at Captain Sat. Jack’s, chowder, clam cakes, shrimp cocktail, Lobster or Prime Rib, ear of corn, apple crisp w/ice cream, rolls, butter and beverage. May 1-2, 2010 Penobscot Bingo in Old Town Maine - $180.00 Dbl Occ. to include Bingo package for Saturday and Sunday, Sat. - Sun. Sunday breakfast buffet and transportation. May 21-28,2010 Oldies Cruise to Bermuda – Hosted by Harvey Robbins, Concert Producer & Founder of the Doo Wop Hall of Fri. – Fri. Fame. Inside cabins from $895.00 - $905.00, Ocean View cabins $1095.00, Balcony cabins from $1295.00 to 8 Days $1325.00. Private invitation to shows and party. Insurance available.

June 14-16, 2010 Lake George $320.00 Dbl. Occ. to include 2 nights accommodation at the Georgian Resort, 2 full Breakfasts, Mon - Wed. 2 full Dinners including dinner show featuring Laura Roth, visit to Saratoga Gaming, motor coach 3 Days transportation. Driver’s gratuity included. Insurance available. June 21-25, 2010 Pine Grove Dude Ranch in the Catskill Mountains - $340.00 Dbl Occ. to include transportation, 4 nights Mon. - Fri. accommodations, 3 meals a day, daily cocktail party w/hors d’ouevres, entertainment each night including dancing & 5 Daysshows, free snack bar w/cheeseburgers, hot dogs, ice cream and more from 4 to 10 PM, coffee & tea 24 hours a day, cake & cookies each night after the show, many daily activities including Bingo, photo of you on or next to a horse, complimentary souvenir cowboy hat. Pool, tennis, bocce, mini golf and more, driver gratuities, taxes & luggage handling included. Aug. 29-Sept. 1, 2010 Wildwood, NJ - $320.00 Dbl. Occ. to include 3 nights accommodation, 3 full breakfasts, 2 full course dinners, 4 Days including dinner w/entertainment at the Renault Winery, a day at the Tropicana in Atlantic City to include their bonus package, visit to Cape May, Historic Smithville, daily activities, entertainment, souvenir gift, all taxes, meal and driver’s gratuities included. Sngl. Occ. $415.00. Insurance available. Sept. 25, 2010 Bourne Scallop Festival $61.00 to include transportation, Scallop or Chicken dinner to include French Fries, Sat. Cole Slaw, Roll/Butter, soda, a narrated 90 minute Cruise on Cape Cod Canal, craft booths and entertainment.

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 28 Metacomet Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916. PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATONS EARLY

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Adoption Options Offers Free Informational Meetings Providence, March 12, 2010 – Adoption Options is holding a free informational session those considering adoption and are interested in hearing about available options. Licensed adoption workers will be available to provide information and answer questions. In Rhode Island, the next meeting is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 959 North Main St. in Providence on April 15, 2010. Adoption Options, a non-sectarian, non-profit, comprehensive adoption program of Jewish Family Service works with prospective adoptive parents, birth parents and people who have been adopted. The agency is licensed in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with offices in Rehoboth and Providence. The agency’s work with all members of the adoption triad is focused on helping individuals to understand their options and make the most informed choices for their future. For more information, please contact Peg Boyle at 401-331-5437 or visit www. AdoptionOptions.org.

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Weddings & Engagements Bairos/Zorra

David and Fatima Bairos of East Providence are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Christine to Chris Zorra, son of Lynne and the late Everett Zorra of Seekonk on October 10, 2009 at St. Francis Xavier Church, East Providence. The Rev. Fr. Scott Pontes officiated. The matron of honor was Dianne (Bairos) Escobar, (brides sister). Bridesmaids were Jennifer Bairos (brides sister), Stephanie Nunes (brides cousin), Amanda Marques (brides friend), Jill Roberts (grooms friend), and Ashlee Klegraefe (brides cousin-inlaw). The best man was Kevin Bradley grooms best friend. Ushers were Brian Bairos (brides brother), Steven Bairos (brides cousin), Michael Bairos (brides cousin), Tim Viveiros (grooms friend), and Alex DaLuz (grooms friend). A reception was held at Hillside Country Club in Rehoboth. The couple took a honeymoon trip to Jamaica and now live in East Providence.

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Weddings Engagements Nancy Lopes Engaged to Luis Bernardo

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Manuel and Germana Lopes of East Providence, RI are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Nancy Lopes to Luis Bernardo. Luis is the son of Domingos and Evangelina Bernardo of East Providence, RI. The couple plans to wed in the summer of 2010 at Holy Rosary Church in Providence, RI. Nancy graduated in 1999 from East Providence High School and in 2003 from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a minor in Management. She is currently employed at Benefit Concepts in East Providence, RI Luis graduated in 1994 from East Providence High School and completed New England Tractor Trailer Training School in 1999. He currently owns Bernardo’s Trucking, Inc.

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Newman Congregational Church, UCC 75th Annual May Breakfast – Saturday, May 1st

Rumford, RI – Newman Congregational Church located at the corner of Newman and Pawtucket Avenues in the Rumford section of East Providence, is pleased to announce its 75th Annual May Breakfast in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the present Meeting House. The Breakfast will be held May 1st from 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. in the church’s Memorial Hall. Meals will be served buffet style. The menu will feature scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, baked beans, pancakes, oatmeal, homemade muffins, fruit juice, fresh hot coffee and tea. Traditional May Baskets filled with cookies, candy and flowers will be available for purchase. The cost for the breakfast is $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12. Reservations are not required. Donations of canned goods will be gratefully received to help stock the Bread of Life Food Pantry. For more information please call 401-434-4742.

May Breakfast

Our Lady of Loreto Church 346 Waterman Avenue in East Providence will be holding it’s annual May Breakfast on Sunday, May 16th, serving from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. The menu will include: scrambled eggs, sausage, baked ham, baked beans, home fries, English muffins, bagels, fruit cup, waffles, juice and coffee. We will also be selling tickets for our 50/50 Raffle. Come and bring a friend, everyone is welcome! Ticket prices are only $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 12 and under. For ticket information and purchasing please call the Rectory, Monday, Tuesday and Friday between the hours of 9-Noon @ 401-434-3535. Sponsored by OLOL Social Ministry Group.

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SPORTS UPDATE It's Raiders Time!! RIVERSIDE RAIDERS REGISTRATION!! Football and Cheerleading THURSDAY April 15th 6-8 FRIDAY April 16th 6-8 Knights of Columbus Hall Crescent View Avenue Ages: 7-15 Must be age 7-15 as of July 31, 2010 Registration Fee: 65 per child or 100 per family Questions: Call Shirley Winter at 433-3371 www.Riversideraidersri.com OUR COACHES TEACH SPORTSMANSHIP, PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY, PRIDE IN ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS, AND INVOLVEMENT IN OUR COMMUNITY No Previous Play Experience Necessary-We Are Here To Teach! Everyone Plays - in EVERY game!!

Raiders Raffle

Indianapolis Colts player, and East Providence Townie, Jamie Silva made a special guest appearance at the Riverside Raiders Lobster and Meat raffle in February. Jamie was the guest announcer for the day and spent a great deal of time meeting the patrons after the event. Riverside Raiders football players Clayton Cook and Dylan Terrien won items autographed by Jamie Silva. Dylan’s family had the winning ticket for the autographed football. Raiders supporter, Ron “Rocky” Nawrocki had the winning ticket for the Raiders helmet, autographed by Jamie. Rocky gave the winning ticket to Clayton causing a great deal of excitement to erupt the entire Knights of Columbus Hall. Riverside Raiders look forward to Jamie returning to their raffle again this Saturday to help them celebrate St Patrick’s Day. The raffle is held Saturdays at 1 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Crescent View Avenue in Riverside until April 10th.

Riverside Raiders Youth Football and Spirit P.O. Box 15031 • Riverside RI 02915

Riverside Raiders 4th Annual Golf Tournament will be held at Swansea Country Club on Saturday August 14, 2010. Sponsorship Information

Riverside Raiders has been fortunate enough to have many great sponsors over the past years. These sponsors have helped us accomplish many things. We have, and will continue to, register ALL children who wish to play and cheer, without turning away those who are unable to pay for their registration fees! At this time we are planning our 4th Annual tournament. We are looking for golfers and sponsors. Being a 迭aiders sponsor has some benefits you might be unaware of. Besides having a 典ee sign at the tournament, last year we had a banner made with our sponsors names. During the 25 weeks of our Lobster and Meat Raffle, the sponsors names have been announced at least twice per raffle each week. The banner has been displayed at all the raffles as well. Sponsors have 3 different options.

Option 1. WHITE SPONSOR $100

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Option 2. BLACK SPONSOR --$200

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The 2010 East Providence Central Little League Season Kick Off May 1st, 2010 At 8:30AM

Come join us kick off the 2010 East Providence Central Little League season. May 1st, 2010 at 8:30 a.m., Pierce Memorial Field. We want to thank our many Sponsors for making this all happen each year, along with all the volunteers it takes to run such a League. We also could not do it without the support of the Community, Kids, and Parents. We have exciting things happening this year, dugouts over the girls Softball side, a remodeling of the concession stand and many more. Please stop by and see the kids kick off their year. Craig Boyle - E.P.C.L.L. President

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The Reporter April 2010

APRIL BUSINESS DIRECTORY Accountant MLR Tax Services 17 Air Conditioning/Heating Vicmir 25 Architectural Design VIZCAD 21 Attorney Attorney Gregory Dias 34 Attorney Attorney William C.Maaia 48 Attorney Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto 69 Attorney Donald E. MacManus, Attorney 31 Auto Body A-1 Custom Auto Body 24 Auto Body Fogarty Auto Body 28 Auto Body Tri Star Autobody, Inc. 12 Auto Dealers Somerset Subaru - Max Motors, Inc 8 Auto Repairs Barbosa & Son Auto Repair 26 Auto Repairs Fred's Service Center , Inc 52 Auto Repairs New England Tire 27 Auto Repairs Somerset Chrysler Jeep - Max Motors 65 Auto Repairs Somerset Subaru - Max Motors, Inc 23 Auto Salvage Seekonk Auto Salvage 22 Bank St. Anne's Credit Union - Seekonk 4 Baseball - Professional Pawtucket Red Sox 54 Beauty Products Mary Kay - Connie Ackroyd 64 Building Contractor East Providence Siding 40 Building Contractor Wood Frame Structures Inc. 40 Carpentry - Finish Mark Koussa Carpentry 42 Carpet Cleaning Earle's Carpet Cleaning 4 Cemetery Lakeside Cemetery Association 59 Chamber of Commerce East Providence Chamber 20 Child Care Village Green Preschool 45 Chiropractor New Hope Family Chiropractic 57 Chiropractor Riverside Chiropractic Center 48 Collectibles Wexler's Collectibles 49 Computer Services East Providence Computer Service 29 Consignment Store Saks Thrift Avenue 11 Credit Union Columbus Credit Union 35 Credit Union Community & Teachers Credit Union 15 Dentist Jared W. Stubbs, DDS 63 Dentist Kenneth J. Rawlinson, D.D.S. 7 Dog Grooming Pampered Pets 9 Engine Repair-Lawn Fred's Service Center 41 Fence & Home Improv. Foxx Fence 40 Fishing The Bass Boys 56 Flooring - All Types Armoush Flooring 53 Florist Phil Judge Florist, Inc. 11 Food Service Thomsen Foodservice 16 Framing - Custom Frames of Mind 41 Fuel - Oil Affordable Fuel 44 Fuel - Oil Al's Quality Oil Co. 7 Fuel - Oil Columbus Energies Inc. 18 Fuel - Oil Savard Oil Co. Inc. 16 Fuel - Oil Stateline Fuel & Burner Service 35 Fuel - Oil Wood's Heating Service 38 Fuel - Propane Arrow Gas Corp. - Inergy Propane 28 Function Room Rental Oyster House Marina 9 Furniture/Upholstery Masterson Furniture and Upholstery 51 Garage Doors Fred Brown 6 Garden Center J & L Landscaping & Garden Center 43 General Contractor R.A. Bradley Co., Inc. 42 Golf Club Crestwood Country Club 65 Golf Club Wampanoag Golf Course 31 Hair / Nails Perfect Nails & Facials 21 Hair Salon Soiree Salon & Spa 64 Hair Salon The Cutting Gallery 24 Hair & Tanning Salon Rhonda & Co. 45 Handyman Just In Time Handyman Service 6 Hardware Store Standard Hardware 39 Health Care Barrington Urgent Care 55 Health & Fitness Sheryl Marsland 26

Home Improvements Grant's Home Improvement 42 Home Improvements Professional Property Maintenance 34 Ice Cream Marty Leyden's Sunshine Creamery 11 Insurance Stateline Insurance 58 Insurance Agency Lezaola Insurance & House Group 16 Insurance Agency The Agency Paiva 46 Kitchen Remodeling Kitchens Direct, Inc 38 Landscape Materials Daniel D. Wright Realty LLC 39 Landscape Service East Bay Landscape, Inc. 41 Landscape Service Jacole B Landscaping 51 Landscape Service Moore's Landscaping 39 Landscape Service Superior Lawn Care 43 Landscaping/Tree Servic Little Welshman's Landscape 31 Laundromat Launder Plus 32 Limousine Service Lea Limousine Service 28 Liquor Store Wine & Spirits Depot 72 Massage Therapy Heavenly Hands 22 Massage Therapy IMassage 50 Medical Center East Providence Urgent Care 63 Music Doug's Music Retail & Learning Centr 13 Nursing Homes Eastgate Nursing & Recovery Center 57 Nursing Homes Waterview Villa 61 Optometrists Brown Center 19 Optometrists Envision Eyecare 25 Optometrists Oscar Ni,O.D. ,Optometrist 52 Orthodontics Romani Orthodontics 17 Painting Contractor Adams Painting 21 Pawn Broker E.P. Pawnbroker 22 Physical Therapy Sport & Spine Physical Therapy 13 Plumbing & Heating Dyer Plumbing & Heating 9 Plumbing & Heating Fullport Plumbing & Heating 43 Pool Club The Grist Mill Pool & Tennis Club 15 Private School The Childrens Place Ltd. 29 Real Estate Maria Correia Realtor (Mateus) 45 Real Estate Mateus Realty 71 Real Estate Red Realty 2 Real Estate ReMax Rivers Edge 10 Real Estate The Tirrell Team 36 Restaurant Luxury Box Bar & Grille 67 Restaurant Mel's Diner 67 Restaurant Phillips Street Restaurant 67 Restaurant Schroder's Deli 66 Restaurant Tito's Cantina 67 Roofer/WaterProofing Cameron Roofing 42 Roofing Contractor Artesani Remodeling 19 Roofing Contractor S. Willard 49 Roofing Contractor Tabeleys Roofing 41 Sheds B.O.B. Supply 38 Small Engine Repair Seekonk Small Engine Inc. 43 Spiritual Healing A Master's Touch 23 Spiritual Healing Positive New Beginnings 50 Stone Wall Construction Daniel D. Wright Realty LLC 40 Tailor Perfect Tailoring 6 Tanning Salons Exotic Tans (formerly Sunset Tans) 29 Tanning Salons SunSational Tanning 18 Theatres - Live Trinity Repertory Company 53 Town City of East Providence Recycling 4 Town Working Rhode Island 47 Trash/Junk Removal Big Blue Removal Service 42 Travel Conway Tours 44 Tree Service Advanced Tree 41 Tree Service Steve's Tree Service 43 Tuxedo Rental Helene's Bridal Shoppe 64 Veterinary Barrington Veterinary Clinic 51 Wireless Verizon Wireless Zone 72 Writing - Editing David Howard - Writing Workshop 19

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EAST PROVIDENCE - Bright Ridge! 3 Br, 1.5 Bath Cottage. Dining, LR/ Fireplace, partially finished lower, gas heat, upgraded electric, siding, garage, fenced yard $189,900

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East Providence - Clean 3 Br, 2 bath Ranch, 2 kitchens, FR, HW's/tile, Warwick - Lakewood! Clean 3 Br upgraded electric. New roof, siding, Colonial, dining, FLRM, PRCH, HW's. windows gas boiler / HW tank. Garage, Young boiler/HW tank, some replacement fenced yard $199,900 windows, Corner lot $169,900

East Providence - 3 BR Ranch, HW's, gas heat, upgraded electric. New roof siding windows. 9,000+sf fenced corner lot. $209,900 East Providence - Brightridge/Silver Spring!! Well kept 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Ranch, 2 Kitchens, FR, Hwd's, gas heat, central air, upgraded electric, garage, deck, patio, 8000+ SF lot. $249,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Vets Pkwy! Short Sale! Enjoy city/water views, bike path & golf. 2BR Ranch, heated breezeway, partially finished lower, HW's/tile rep. windows, garages, corner lot $139,900

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