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John Carnevale & Friends at it Again! John Carnevale and Ugandan friend. The boy made Carnevale's hat as a gift to him.

Now Raising Money for Middle School Gyms story on page 7

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East Providence News Briefs By Bob Rodericks

EP Schools Continue To Get Repairs

School Committee Member Ferreira Addresses Council

At its’ meeting in late May, School Committee member Anthony Ferreira updated the city council and public on several ongoing school building projects. Many of the projects are from recent bond funds and other budget allocations. In some cases repairs were mandated by accrediting agencies. “We’re getting an entire roof at the Whiteknact School on Grosvenor avenue,” said Ferreira. “This includes all new downspouts, gutters, drainage and retention ponds.” Ferreira informed the city council that “the job will be done about $400,000 cheaper than we thought at first. Instead of costing $1.2 million, bids have come in now at $796,000,” he said. Ferreira next said that many schools will be getting new exterior doors very soon. The district has been replacing old doors which may not meet current safety and security concerns any longer. Ferreira also announced that the much delayed completion of a required science lab at the high school is now essentially done. A source of irritation to many city and school officials and parents, the new lab is now “another focal point great for kids,” said Ferreira. “It is an incredible room and we saved about $22,000 from the original estimate,” he added. And finally, Ferreira announced that a new playground will be built at Waddington School in Riverside this summer. It is believed that the playground will also address handicapped needs. “The cost could be about $26,000 to $40,000 but we are expecting some donations,” he said. The city has about $25,000 for the project but is planning on donations for the rest. This was welcome news to Riverside area activist and parent of school age children, Jessica Beauchaine. Beauchaine has worked on a few volunteer projects involving mostly schools. In a recent blog, Beauchaine said “I now have the pleasure to announce that school committee member Anthony Ferreira and our superintendent Kim Mercer have secured funding to expand the playground at Waddington Elementary School. Tony (Ferreira) has asked me arrange for another exciting community playground build. I hope with the help from my friends, family, playground committee members, community leaders

and Waddington parents that we can make this an amazing event not only for the school but for the entire EP community,” she said.

City Manager Lemont Defends Spending Jousts with Council Critic Freddy Rybkia

Also during the meeting city manager Paul Lemont explained that some municipal buildings were also being repaired and getting roofs or heating systems. Frequent Lemont antagonist, Freddy Rybkia, addressed the council under public comments. “Paul, where are you coming up with money for these projects?” asked Rybkia. “I’m kind of intrigued on how you’re doing this when many schools need roofs,” he pressed. Lemont had explained that roofs were being repaired or replaced at the former Union Primary school (now vacant), Sweetland House and Payette House at the senior center property and a new broadcast booth at Pierce Stadium. Also a new DPW city truck purchase. “There are rumors about putting the school administration back in the old building (Platt School instead of City Hall). A very bad idea,” Rypkia said. Even though the council cannot discuss or converse with the public at this point of the meeting, Lemont answered Rypkia. “I don’t know why you think it’s a bad idea when you don’t know what it is yet,” said an animated Lemont. “The money was put in the budget earlier for most of this by the budget commission. And that’s what this city did wrong before - it neglected its properties. I’m fixing that,” said Lemont. As Lemont and Rypkia traded comments, councilwoman Chrissy Rossi interjected. “I thought we couldn’t talk now. Didn’t I get shut up for the same reason?” The discussion ended on that note.

Canvassing Board Chairman Speaks Out Chair Tom Riley Against Ballot on Mayor Government

“While I fully support choice, my concern is that this is being pushed from an emotional rather than informed standpoint,” said Tom Riley. Riley is referring to the effort by those in East Providence who want the strong mayor vs. city manager form of government on the November ballot. “This has been going back and forth for awhile. This is an uninformed decision. People don’t understand it,” said Riley. At the last

election, voters approved changing council office terms to 4years instead of 2 years as they have been. This would take effect for the next election. Riley contends that the issue is still unclear. “That change was not ratified by the General Assembly and it needs to be. People weren’t told the right thing (when they voted for 4 year terms),” said Riley. “I have yet to speak with anyone who is happy with the four year deal. I’ve worked too many years at the polls and watched people read referendums for the first time while in the booth,” said Riley. “This is not a democracy, it’s a representative republic,” he added. Nuno Branco also addressed the council. “I paid very close attention to what Mr. Riley had to say about being informed and what needs to change. What Mr. Riley didn’t say was that 20 years ago, the way we obtained information was a lot different. It used to be like the Pony Express. I know continued on next page...

Cover photo: The Completed Refurbished EPHS Gymnasium

Inside This Issue Births................................57 Business Directory...................62 Classifieds......................... 61 Clubs & Museums...............30 Dining Guide........................58 E.P. Chamber of Commerce.....37 E.P. Parks and Rec. Dept......21 Events & Activities...............34 Letters to the Editor...................5 Library..................................54 News Briefs............................3 Obituaries..........................60 People....................................26 School...............................49 Senior Center News...............55 Sports.................................45 Town News.......................12 Weddings.......................57

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that everybody on this council has an iPad or laptop, etc. Now you have information at your fingertips. Now, you can Google for information,” said Branco. Branco said he wasn’t opposed to Mayor Briden’s idead for a charter commission “but I want to know when,” he asked. “I’ve researched how charter commissions have worked. Vast majority of people say let the voters decide. Mayor Briden, I agree with a commission, but let voters decide if they want to change to an elected Mayor. Then let’s have a commission to draft the proper language to go forward,” said Branco. “Our 19th amendment gives us the right to vote,” Branco added.

American Flags Fly Proudly in EP

“I became teary eyed with Pride!” - Councilwoman Tracy Adams Capobianco The Memorial Day weekend saw a good portion of Riverside decked out with American flags on almost every telephone pole along Bullocks point and Willett avenues. “I don’t normally send out press releases, but I wanted to get this word out,” said the normally quiet East Providence At Large councilwoman, Tracy Adams Capobianco. The first term council member is fairly quiet at meetings but very active and visible throughout East Providence. A political newcomer, she trounced her veteran political opponent by 4,000 votes. “ First and foremost, I love my community. I was born and raised here, attended the East Providence schools and I’m a true Townie.” That was Capobianco’s first response two years ago when asked a series of questions about why she was running for office. She has decided to run for reelection and kicked off her campaign quietly with a recent fundraiser with “food, dancing, fun and no speeches,” said her campaign. “I know you want a political statement from me, but I have to talk about our flag project first,” Capobianco said with child-like fervor. The Capobianco family travels much of the region following their son’s wrestling. They evidently do some sightseeing. “ When (husband) Dave and I and the kids travel to see our son wrestle we have often gone through the town of Agawam in Massachusetts. Their main street is lined with American flags on the poles, it looks so fabulous. I always thought that that would look terrific in EP,” she recalled. Capobianco decided to do something quick. “At one of the recent Riverside Renaissance movement meetings, we had discussed sprucing up the square. I shared my idea of flags with them in hopes we could put them in Riverside Square.” Well it seems that her patriotic notion has moved many locals. American flags are popping up all over Riverside. “I asked our city manager, Paul Lemont if that would be something that would be possible for me to get done. Lemont gave her the go ahead and she started to purchase flags for this purpose. “Word spread as it always does in our great city. People have been donating money for me to purchase the flags. And it seems like people are getting flags themselves and putting them up,” she said. Capobianco’s original plan was to festoon Riverside Square with American flags. “That was the original plan, but with all of the generous Townies in our city we will at the very least be able to do all the way down to the carousel,” said an exhilarated councilwoman. “Councilwoman (Chrissy) Rossi supported this idea and stepped up by collecting donations for two days. She is all aboard this effort as so many others are. I don’t know what to say,” said Capobianco. The East Providence social networking outlets have been buzzing. “I salute you and your Flags! How awesome it is to drive down Bullocks Point Avenue and see all those flags waving. Thank You!” said resident William Hurley. “You had a vision of Flags and now we all get to enjoy that vision thanks to you and your amazing back up crew (too many to name) great job as always!” said Melissa Beliveau. Although this project may coincide with Riverside’s annual Memorial Day Parade, Capobianco, Rossi and others hope that the patriotic and picturesque flag display continues on and spreads.

Capobianco said that the flags, which are weather resistant and under a lighted pole, will stay up until at least Labor day. And so, the American Flag project was a success and people from all of East Providence have been out for an old fashioned drive, to see American flags on city streets like an old New England town. “The first day when I drove through to get my coffee and saw American flags everywhere I looked, I actually got teary-eyed with pride, and always, I’m proud to be a Townie!” said Capobianco.

Lemont Recovering Delinquent Water Payments

Acting City Manager Paul Lemont has been busy collecting past due water bill payments for the past several months. “In March I raised the question of money owed the city in unpaid water fees. There was some $2.2 million in arrearage,” Lemont told the council. “We sent letters and sought these payments and have collected $1.3 million. About $870,000 remains to be collected,” he said. Lemont said that he city has agreements with people to pay what they owe. “Some people just can’t pay. I understand. We could write to Congress to see if money can be filtered in to help. Or similar to winter heating assistance, maybe contributions can be made like a good neighbor fund,” said Lemont. “I want to commend the city manager for this effort,” said Mayor Jim Briden.

Bouncy House in Riverside? Dad asks Council for Block Party

Mario Costa of Riverside went before the city council last month to seek permission to block off his street in a narrow street area of Riverside Square. “My 9 year old daughter requested a big bouncy house birthday party. She invited a lot of friends,” Costa told the council. “The bouncy house will take over my whole yard,” said Costa. “I want to put it in the street.” City Solicitor Tim Chapman opined that it shouldn’t obstruct a right of way if rescue vehicles need to pass through and Mayor Briden asked for police and fire input. “We’ll look at the area and decide. We would need to open the street at a moment’s notice. Safety is paramount,” said police chief Tavares. “It (bouncy house) would have to be anchored and you can’t do that in the street,” said fire chief Oscar Elmasian. “It is in a heavily congested area and could be a problem,” Elmasian said. “Do you know where the gas lines are in the street?” manager Lemont asked the Dad. “You better be careful,” Lemont suggested. “I don’t want to cause any problems,” said Costa. “I’ll put it in my yard,” he offered. The council approved the request based on a formal recommendation from the police and fire chiefs, but it appeared that the little girl’s big party may just be limited to her own yard.

Feast and Fundraising Alcohol Licenses Granted

In an annual rite of summer, the city has granted temporary alcohol licenses for several area summer feasts and fundraising events. Some of these include: Patricia Zarembka, for the Lauren Zarembka Fundraiser Scholarship Fund held recently at St. Brendan Hall; Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood of RI, 51 North Phillips Street, Annual Feast, June 6, 7 and 8, 2014; Holy Ghost Mariense, 846 Broadway, Annual Feast, July 25, 26 and 27, 2014; Holy Ghost Brotherhood of Charity, 59 Brightridge Avenue , Annual Feast, July 18, 19 and 20, 2014. Also the St. Francis Xavier, 81 North Carpenter Street, Annual Feast, June 20, 21 and 22, 2014; St. Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Avenue, Annual Feast, June 13, 14 and 15, 2014; Teofilo Braga Club, 26 Teofilo Braga Way, Annual Feast, July 11, 12 and 13, 2014 and Trinity Brotherhood, 146 Sutton Avenue, Annual Feast, June 13, 14 and 15, 2014. Also for the Riverside American Legion, 830 Willett Avenue Motorcycle Run, June 7, 2014 with a Rain Date of June 8, 2014.

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Water Rate Increase

Based on information contained in the proposed water rate increase resolution being considered by the East Providence City Council, it appears that the proposed increase will cost the minimum residential water user nearly double what they now pay. The rate now charged most residential users is $31.66 per quarter ($84.44 annually) which allows that customer to use 1,111 cubic feet of water at no additional cost. (What is generally referred to as a minimum bill) My reading of the proposed rate structure indicates that the same minimum use residential customer will now pay $20 per quarter ($80 annually) but the allowable usage of 1111 cubic feet is eliminated. Instead, all water used will then be billed at $3.32 per 100 cubic feet. So that 1111 cubic feet allowed usage, that was included in the $31.66 per quarter, would now cost an additional $36.88 per quarter. The result being that a customer who uses the allowed 1111 cubic feet in a quarter and who had been billed $31.66, will now be billed $56.88. ($20 + $36.88) That’s an 80% increase as near as I can figure. Add that to your high sewer bill, which is generally higher than the water bill, and it becomes a real problem. As I have said before, our City Council needs to take a very close look at this proposed “significant” rate increase before allowing it to take effect. To do anything less is irresponsible. Robert Amman

Clarification From the Democratic Committee

This is to clarify the position of the East Providence Ward 1 Democratic Committee with regard to the announcement of an upcoming fundraising event for the Ward 4 Councilperson. The letter which was mailed to friends and constituents of Councilwoman Rossi was signed by Sandy Barone as Chairwoman of Ward 1 Demo-

cratic Committee and Event Co-Chair. This may incorrectly instill the idea that the Ward 1 Committee endorses and supports the candidacy of Councilwoman Rossi. While Sandy Barone as a private citizen certainly may support any candidate, and, for that matter, any individual member of the committee may also support any candidate, the East Providence Ward 1 Democratic Committee as a whole is not in the business of interfering with the endorsement and support of local candidates in other wards of the city for whom, by law, we are unable to sign nomination papers or cast our vote in the election process. The responsibility of the Ward 1 Democratic Committee is to seek, endorse, and support qualified individuals who wish to serve as elected officials in Ward 1. Dorothy O’Gara, Member EP Ward 1 Democratic Committee

Search For Past Scholarship Recipients

Google can’t find everything. Over the past forty-five years, Scholarship Foundation of East Providence (formerly Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation of East Providence) has administered scholarships to more than 3,000 residents of East Providence. Like many Rhode Islanders, a good number of those recipients have stayed in the area. Others have made their mark across the country. Past recipients include the writer and first woman director of an Oscar-award winning Disney animated film, Frozen, the co-host of WPRI-TV’s Rhode Show, a former mayor of the city and a former interim superintendent of East Providence schools. Teachers and staff at East Providence elementary, middle and high schools have benefited from our scholarships. Police officers, lawyers, doctors, nurses, accountants, artists and chefs who work in the city and the area have been assisted by Scholarship Foundation of East Providence.

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In celebration of their forty-fifth year of service to the community, members of SF of East Providence are seeking to locate as many past recipients as possible. As recipients marry and change their name or move out of state, it becomes difficult to maintain contact. “Our goal is to locate as many recipients as possible and find out what they are doing now, “stated Louise Paiva of SF of East Providence. Past recipients and parents of past recipients who received scholarships through Scholarship Foundation of East Providence since 1968 are asked to contact Louise Paiva with news about their current address and profession at 401-433-3463 or at gonewalkin@cox.net. Scholarship Foundation of East Providence Inc. Louise Paiva

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You Are In For A Rude Awakening

If you live in the City of East Providence and have not been paying attention to what is going on with water rates in this town as the City Council apparently has not - then you are in for a rude awakening when you get your next water bill due to recent changes recently enacted by the Council. On the surface those changes to the water rate structure appear to be a good thing because the minimum bill for most residential customers will drop from $31.66 per quarter to $20. Great , right? But the devil is in the details. What hasn’t been made clear to most is that the old $31.66 minimum charge allowed you to use 1111 cubic feet of water at no additional charge. That same 1111 cubic feet of water will now cost you $3.32 per hundred cubic feet or $36.88 in addition to the $20 minimum “fixed charge” for a total charge of $56.88. That folks is a 80% increase over the $31.66 you used to pay for the same amount of water. How could that happen? Was anyone paying attention? The real shame is that this increase will impact low use customers (elderly, retired, empty nesters) the most. Higher use customers will see a lesser percent increase, but it will still be significant. And if you are a renter who’s water is included in your rent. I’d say you can likely expect a rent increase real soon. The good hard working citizens of East Providence have been hoodwinked. Now the stated purpose for this exorbitant rate increase is to allow the water department to go forward with a $19 million capital improvement program. Really? $19 million? For what? I doubt the entire system is worth much more than that. Except for a very brief “thumbnail” sketch in the paper I have not seen any detailed plan as to how that $19 million will be spent. Have you? Maybe the water department could share that with us at a public meeting. Now that’s a novel idea isn’t it? Most smaller water utilities the size of East Providence would develop a long range (5/10/15 year) plan to take on a program of that magnitude in order to prevent the kind of “sticker shock” this rate increase will create. Why can’t EP do that? I have expressed these concerns to each member of the City Council, but so far my comments have fallen on deaf ears. It is not too late for all of you to do the same. You need to contact every City Council member about their unconscionable actions and ask - no demand - that these onerous plans be scrapped and the related ordinances be repealed until such time as they can be thoroughly reviewed by the public and properly analyzed by the council. Shame on us if we let this stand!!! Oh, by the way in case you missed it the Rhode Island Water Resources Board has come up with another spending plan to connect East Providence with the Pawtucket Water system at a shared (with Pawtucket and Bristol County Water Authority) cost of another $13.5 million!! Stay tuned for that one. Robert Amman

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Townie Project 2.0

EPHS Graduate John Carnevale & Friends at it Again! By Bob Rodericks

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John Carnevale, the 2000 East Providence High School graduate and engineer who loves his hometown is not slowing down any. He remains in the fast lane of community fundraising and motivational leadership. If you live in East Providence and have read this paper regularly - you know of his unselfish efforts to help the city he loves. You know his story, one of passionate feelings for others around him. Since graduating from East Providence High in 2000, John Carnevale has been busy changing the world brick by brick. Carnevale was a star three sport athlete at EPHS and very bright. He received an engineering degree from the prestigious Worcester Polytechnic Institute and worked worldwide for the Raytheon Corporation, based out of San Diego, California. After getting seriously ill while visiting Uganda, he vowed to return and build a hospital for local children who had nowhere to go when sick. He did just that and more. Read that inspirational story from a past Reporter article at Reportertoday.com (TOWNIE PRIDE ALIVE IN UGANDA! January 2013). Carnevale is Founder and President of D’amours Step, a non-profit organization he named after an ill Ugandan child that he helped years ago. “Just call me a proud Townie Alumni,” says Carnevale who refuses to accept any personal tributes for his worldwide philanthropy. “Really, I am much too young for accolades. Let’s just all work together to make East Providence a better community,” he said during a recent interview. “D’amours Step exists to empower communities, villages, and individuals worldwide by engineering sustainable solutions for medical care, educational growth, and community development,” said Carnevale’s mission statement. “Our group is 100% volunteer based. This means every dollar that is raised goes directly to the cause of benefitting individuals who are truly in need. No salaries, benefits, or stipends of any kind are distributed to any of our volunteers; this is true volunteerism at its core,” said Carnevale.

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June 2014 The Reporter Upon a visit home a year or so ago, Carnevale was saddened at the deplorable condition of East Providence’s High School gymnasium. He quickly organized a group of Townie alumni and supporters and together they raised some $100,000 to do a complete renovation of the gym. The wood flooring was resurfaced, the dark walls and ceiling were painted bright white and new lighting and more was installed. Townies from across generations worked on the project. Today the EPHS gymnasium project is a gleaming testament to Carnevale’s ability to effectively pull people together and achieve what many thought could never be done. “We won’t waste time and energy on bureaucracy or political agendas and disagreements. We’ll just work together and get it done,” said Carnevale. This year, D’amours Step and its’ Townie friends are focusing on East Providence’s two middle schools. “The students and teachers at the Riverside and Martin Middle Schools have always taken great pride in their school facilities. Over the past 10 years their passionate staff has continued to foster many creative ways to keep students engaged in their education using only a limited set of educational resources due to funding restraints,” Carnevale told middle school parents and friends. The Carnevale well-oiled volunteer group is moving quickly. D’amours Step issued a statement to the community which stated in part, “With regards to their worn-down gymnasiums, it is truly amazing to see just how much these schools and this community utilize these facilities in order to keep the community engaged in education, athletics, and student workshops. Noticing this exemplary display of pride and ownership, volunteers at D’amours Step along with the East Providence School Department thought it necessary to provide our hard working teachers and diligent students newly renovated physical education facilities that could supplement a solid general education foundation. With the support of this passionate community, the continued on page 11...

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June 2014 The Reporter Townie Project 2.0 will leave a lasting effect on our students and teachers and create an educational atmosphere as energetic and colorful as any in the state of Rhode Island.” Carnevale’s efforts have not been limited to the gym projects as he has also conferred with school and city officials for ways in which to assist academic classroom needs. As he showed with the high school project, Carnevale is not only energetic, but very specific and transparent about his plans. He and his volunteers - many of them classmates of his - have held telephone conference calls and other meetings. Here is an outline of the plan for ‘Townie Project 2.0’: The Riverside Gymnasium Project will place from July 7-August 20, 2014. The following phases and materials make up the entire scope of work of the project. The ultimate goal is to have the gymnasium ready before the start of the 2014 Fall School year in order to assure that our beloved students of Riverside can start the year off with an amazing surprise and resonating optimism for the year ahead. This is a HUGE COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER EFFORT, which means, WE NEED YOU ALL to contribute some love in order to complete the following tasks at the Riverside Middle School Gym: Cleaning and Painting of Gym Ceiling, Walls, and Perimeter Tiles Purchase of Paint and Materials for Entire Gym (Primer + Top Coat) Sanding, Refinishing, Lining, and Graphics for Reconditioned Gym Floor Restoration of Existing Bleachers The Martin Gymnasium Project will place from July 7-August 20, 2014. The following phases and materials make up the entire scope of work for this project. The ultimate goal is to have the Martin gymnasium ready before the start of the 2014 Fall School so that the hard-working students at Martin Junior High can start off the school year with great vision and hope for the future. Cleaning and Painting of Gym Walls, and Perimeter Tiles Purchase of Paint and Materials for Entire Gym Apply 1-2coats of polyurethane to existing gym floor (increase traction) Restoration of Existing Bleachers

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The funding for Townie Project 2.0 will be secured through a variety of sources to successfully promote ownership of the project at multiple community levels. Efforts will consist of D’amours Step fundraisers, Student Fundraisers, Individual and Corporate Sponsorships, School Department Funding, and State-level support. This method of teamwork will provide for greater confidence in the overall sustainability and proper maintenance of the final product.

One group which has been supporting middle school athletics since it was cut from the city budget is Project 106. “Project 106 is on board...What better way to support our middle school athletics and our schools at the same time... how could we stay away... A great fundraiser for a great cause... Let’s get this city Rocking, Project 2.0. Now, is the time to show your Townie Pride. From the very young to the very young at heart. It is your turn to make a difference in this very caring and deserving community. Let’s get ready to Rock & Roll!!!,” said the very excited Jessica Beauchaine. Pasta Dinner Extravaganza! “Dinner With Your Family” The major fundraising kick-off event will be a gala Pasta Dinner on June 18th at the high school cafeteria. The dinner will start at 5:30 pm and is $10 for adults and $5 for children (under 5 is free). “There’s nothing better in the world than DINNER with YOUR WHOLE FAMILY and ALL YOUR FRIENDS. Please join this grassroots team on another great adventure to EMPOWER the youth of Rhode Island! Your participation and energy is what keeps us going strong and fighting hard for our students! Now let’s rock this thing as ONE UNITED CITY!!!UNITY ALWAYS - D’amours Step”. “It will be an amazing night of great food, live music and amazing raffle prizes,” said event organizers. Townie extraordinaire John Carnevale hopes all who care about his community will support this effort. “Thank you EP TOWNIE FAMILY for making the effort to empower our students!” “Bringing a town together takes every bit of UNITY! Let’s all put our small differences aside and FOCUS on our #1 priority: OUR STUDENTS EDUCATION.” - John Carnevale. To donate to this community project or inquire about volunteering for this project, please visit www.damoursstep.org, or kindly send a check to: D’amours Step, 149 Martin Street, East Providence, RI 02914.

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East Providence Town News Thinking of Elective Office?

By Bob Rodericks The city canvassing authority has announced dates for local residents to declare candidacy for city and state office. Those seeking election as Democrat/Republican/Unaffiliated State Senator or State Representative or as a member of a State Senate/Representative District Committee seat or a local ward committee seat must file with the local board of Canvassers on June 23, 24 and 25, 2014 by 4:00 p.m. at City Hall. Candidates for Federal and State General Offices file at the Office of the Secretary of State. Any registered voter may declare his/her candidacy for Council by Ward, Council-At-Large, School Committee by Ward, School Committee-At-Large. Persons must file by June 23, 24, and 25, 2014 by 4:00 p.m. A Non-Partisan Primary will be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2014. Residents can call 435-7502 for further information. Leslie Shattuck-Moore is the East Providence Canvassing Administrator.

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By Bob Rodericks After a 35 year career in law enforcement, EPHS graduate Joseph Tavares has decided to resign as East Providence’s embattled police chief. In a statement released on May 13th, Chief Joseph Tavares said that he told his department he will resign as their Chief of Police as of July 1, 2014. “For the past thirty-five years I have had the honor and the privilege of serving as a police officer and as a public servant. My love for this noble profession cannot be described in one or two pages of a press release. So much of who I am today is the result of my many experiences as a police officer and the numerous opportunities law enforcement has given to me...” said Tavares. Tavares chose to praise his officers and staff, although there was a virtual unanimous vote of no-confidence in his tenure as Chief, from the rank and file. “ I thanked them all, both sworn and civilian employees for the hard work and dedication to duty during our time together. These men and women are truly a special group of dedicated and talented professionals. It has truly been an honor and a pleasure to serve as Chief of Police for the City of East Providence, the City I was raised in and have always loved,” said his statement. Tavares retired from the Warwick Police Department in 2009 after a 30 year career. When the Chief’s job became vacant in East Providence five years ago, Joseph Tavares applied for the job. He had worked in Warwick for 30 years but grew up in East Providence. Local department staff however wanted a new chief to be selected from amongst its’ rank and file. A contractual provision called for the police chief’s opening to come from within the department - “all things being equal.” There had been some turmoil in the department and sources have indicated that some in management positions were against hiring from “inside.” In 2010 Richard Brown was fired as East Providence’s city manager and uneasiness continued in the city police department. Brown had recommended staffing cutbacks in police, fire and other city services. A new city council hired Peter Graczykowski as City Manager. Tavares’ appointment as Police Chief was challenged by the police union but it was eventually upheld by court action. Eventually Graczykowski suspended Tavares as Chief and appeared prepared to fire the Chief. The former state budget commission however re-instated Tavares and then Graczykowski himself was fired (see prior stories at reportertoday. com). Rumors had surfaced that Graczykowski - who was working without a contract - was set to remove Tavares as Chief in order to

June 2014 The Reporter get a contract for himself. A no-confidence vote in the chief and a counter charge of discrimination against the union and city are now a mostly moot point. “When I was first hired as Chief of Police in 2009, the East Providence Police Department was facing layoffs, a reduction in personnel, along with severe budget cuts. As I prepare my exit I am happy to report the East Providence Police Department is once again growing in membership and is on its way to becoming an accredited police department. We have been able to deliver an un-precedented level of training and career development to those who embraced the opportunities,” said today’s statement from Tavares. The police chief continued to praise his officers, mentioned the much welcomed “Google” settlement money the city received - some $60 million. “Thanks to the hard work of our dedicated team members, the East Providence Police Department has, during these past several years been the recipient of major Federal Asset Forfeiture Awards, that have allowed us to replace our entire fleet of vehicles, computers and purchase other technologies that others could only wish for,” Tavares wrote. The Chief went on to close out his statement - “East Providence remains a safe City. I am proud of the many new programs and events we were able to promote here in East Providence during my tenure, such as the National Night Out annual celebration, that continues to grow each summer, the annual Police/Community Blood Drive and the Re-entry program, to name a few. I have enjoyed an open and honest relationship with the media, who continue to be an important element in any free and just society. I have enjoyed meeting and listening to so many of the good hardworking people and business owners of the City of East Providence. I have taken great pride in being a Police Chief that the people could always trust to do the right thing. Honesty and Integrity has always been my guiding light.” A statement from the police association said the following: “IBPO Local 569 (police union) is aware of the resignation of Chief Joseph Tavares. While we are not aware of the specifics of the agreement between Chief Tavares and the City, we do know that his tenure as the Chief of Police will end on July 1, 2014. We look forward to moving in a new direction under new leadership.”

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By Bob Rodericks Kenneth Burke, General Manager of the RI Water Resources Board, made a presentation to the city council in late May about bringing Pawtucket water to East Providence as part of the city’s long range water woes solution. He had a rough go of it. Burke didn’t come armed with any handouts, visuals or written data and at least two council members weren’t ready to drink the Pawtucket water. “There is an initiative in the state administration to engage a ‘Pawtucket Pipeline Project’ with water from Pawtucket being piped to East Providence. We endorse this initiative,” Burke told the council. The Pawtucket to EP pipeline is a proposal in the Governor’s budget for 2015 which would include East Providence using Pawtucket water as another source of water for EP’s beleaguered water infrastructure. This discussion is on top of East Providence recently raising water fees and finally supporting a controversial $19 million corrective bond issue. The city is faced with a costly, almost prohibitive replacement of the cross bay pipeline from Providence now serving East Providence or finding another source and path for water to enter East Providence. “The Governor’s budget will provide 50% of the cost to route water from Pawtucket to East Providence and also involve Barrington, Warren and Bristol,” said Burke. “I advocate for this option. The cost is estimated at $27 million but the state will pay half,” he added. Before this would be available, however, the public would have to approve of a state bond in November. “I am here tonight to ask for your support,” Burke told the council. The timetable could cover a period of about 4 to 5 years. After city council support there would be the needed voter approval in November and then a series of construction contracts would have to be written and signed. Ward Three councilman Tom Rose - who wasn’t thrilled with the recently approved $19 million plan - asked if Burke had informed area legislators about this plan. “I haven’t talked to them yet. I’ve been working more closely with the Bristol County folks,” replied Burke. “What is the total cost to us,” asked Rose. “$27 million, half of which the state pays,” said Burke. “This city council just approved a 19 million project. Do we delete our current water tower pipeline,” continued Rose. Burke maintained that the $19 million project is needed in any event and that the city is still faced with securing a second water source or replacing the old water pipeline under the bay. “We’re talking about regionalizing supplies. You still keep Providence (the Scituate Reservoir) but blend it with Pawtucket water. You would have a blending facility at Kent Heights,” Burke said. “If East Providence does not support this, what happens,” asked Ward Four council member Chrissy Rossi. “Essentially East Providence will still have to protect the supply source. You still need to invest in it. You would have to do this project or something like it, but lose that 50% state match,” was Burke’s reply. “So it’s imposed on us whether we want it or not,” asked Rossi. “It is a very important responsibility you have for fire, health... you have impending future expenses. I’m trying to advocate for a 50% state match,” said Burke. “But why Pawtucket,” asked Rossi. “Can I see that sample?” she asked as two residents brought a container with a dirty coffee pot filter to the council dais. “What is that,” asked Burke. “It is a three week sample of filtered Pawtucket water,” said Rossi. “I know we need to fix our system. I would be for this if it was from Scituate, but this is not what I want for our citizens,” said Rossi referring to the Pawtucket water. Rossi and Rose continued questioning Burke for some time. At times, Burkes answers were a bit vague. “Where does Pawtucket get its water supply from, who do they sell water to,” Rose asked. “I’m not sure. I’m not sure of their (Pawtucket) total number of customers. I think Pawtucket’s water source is in Northern RI, I’m not sure,” was Burke’s reply. “We only have preliminary

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reports, we need agreements in place before we’ll know more,” said Burke. “This isn’t working for me,” said Rossi. “I appreciate the 50% match but I don’t want Pawtucket water,” said Rossi. “I know my fiduciary responsibilities, but it (Pawtucket water) tastes bad, it smells bad and I don’t want it for our residents,” said a firm Rossi. “Find me a way to get Providence water from an alternative route and I’ll be happy to buy into this plan,” Rossi added. “We’re getting lots of ifs, maybes, nothing is on paper. No visuals, except that water jar in front of us,” said Rose. I was against the last project at $19 million and now we’re up to $35 million,” said Rose. “Your intentions all along have been to hook up with this Pawtucket water pipeline. That’s why we haven’t looked at many options,” Rose told city officials and Burke. “Basically you want to go to the state legislators and tell them you have East Providence on board with this - so you (legislators) should be also,” asked Rose. “Yes, sir,” answered Burke. At that point Mayor Jim Briden asked Burke and city department heads to come back at a subsequent meeting with more information. “I value input from our city staff,” said Briden. The council agreed but not without Rossi saying, “You can come here every week Mr. Burke, but you’re not going to sell me on drinking Pawtucket water. I just can’t do it. I will never support this.” Days after the council meeting, Rose was still not happy with the potential for Pawtucket water being piped to EP residents. “The City of East Providence needs to stay with Providence Water which is rated 2nd best quality in the nation,” wrote Rose. “The Scituate Reservoir supplies drinking water to more than 60 percent of Rhode Island residents and businesses. It is owned and managed by the Providence Water Supply Board and the reservoir serves the city of Providence, the surrounding metropolitan area, and eight public water suppliers,” added Rose. Rose went on to quote two national water supply rating agencies - (https://www.drinksoma. com/water and http://www.ewg.org/tap-water/rating-big-city-water. php). “Providence is rated 2nd in the nation for water quality... Pawtucket is not even in the top 100 or even listed at all,” offered Rose. The issue will be revisited in June.

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By Bob Rodericks The management of Railside Environmental Services (RES) this neighborhood and am proud to run a business employing 35 formerly known as TLA - Pond View - has responded to what they people while trying to be a good neighbor in the community,” added see as “a weak attempt at balanced reporting” by this paper and all Ryding. Ryding joined the neighborhood group called CUBE. “I media outlets in the area. This is in response to a story in The Rethink Pond View upset the neighborhood by not keeping to its’ porter’s May issue in which the continuing saga of a neighborhood’s original pledge which was to keep its’ operation indoors,” said battle against a local business continues. Although a neighborhood Ryding. “I don’t know if it was verbal or what, but the noise and group has rallied against Ken Foley and his construction recycling dust, etc. could be contained if it was indoors.” business, much of the area involved is indeed zoned industrial “Since 1998, the 1 Dexter Road location has been a C&D (conand has been for decades. The area once housed major building struction and demolition) processing location, an appropriate use supply companies and still has many area businesses. “Ken Foley for the site and consistent with the historical uses. So, it should would like to submit his response to your article and expresses come as no surprise that these people (neighbors) are not living his disappointment that his side was not presented...”, said RES next to a wildlife sanctuary,” said Ames. It is clear that Clyde Ames spokesman Clyde Ames. This reporter left two phone calls with and Ken Foley are not happy with CUBE and others in the area. persons thought to be associated with Ken Foley for comment in continued on next page... the May article (about 3 or 4 days notice was given to parties on both sides of this issue). Spokesman Ames released a lengthy statement supporting the efforts of the Foley family and RES and participated in a telephone interview for this article. “You (the reporter) clearly spent a great deal of time on the misguided and otherwise prejudiced antagonists advertising their events and presenting their anecdotal complaints about odors, fires, and environmental hazards they allege to originate from 1 since 1949 Dexter Road. Has CUBE (a new neighborhood activist group) ever Gas & Oil Fired Heating Systems been to Johnston? You illustrate pictures that are clearly taken by trespassers and with captions that are completely wrong in their Up to 96% Efficient representation,” said Ames. The pictures in question were obtained by The Reporter and represent the land in question. In previous Service & Installations articles this reporter has taken similar pictures of the area. Ames Burnham • Buderus • Weil McLain • Rinnai and Foley went on to defend their operation on Dexter Road in the city’s Rumford neighborhood. Gas Conversion Burners “There is absolutely no basis for their complaints (neighbors/ Installer for National Grid CUBE) and yet they continue to be enabled and dignified by the likes of the RI DEM, the City of East Providence, the press, and the local legislators. This is the purest form of harassment and defama401-438-5622 • Cell 401-640-8686 tion that infringes upon our property and constitutional rights. Where savardenergyservices.com is the proof is in all their false allegations and frivolous complaints,” Ames asks. Critics of RES have stated that pictures they have taken and visits to the site show a debris pile as “excessive in height, uncovered, exposed to wind & weather.” Residents question company compliance with court orders and object to living next to an “eyesore” and “health hazard”. Ames and Foley say they are a legal business operating in a long standing industrial area. “The area has historically been a heavy industrial area with a variety of appropriate industrial uses that ranged dentures from steel production to asphalt shingles, chemical and petroleum tank facilities and implant crowns warehousing/distribution. The coastal areas of E. Providence have been home to in-office whitening a variety of heavy, industrial port-receiving facilities for petroleum and chemical prodfull mouth reconstructions ucts,” said the Ames/Foley RES statement. snoring and sleep apnea appliances Another area business is Gripnail Industrial Metal Fasteners, also on Dexter Road. “We are an employee owned and registered, manufacturer of specialty fasteners and fastener application equipment. All prod20 Newman Ave. Rumford RI 02916 ucts are made in East Providence and sold around the world by leading distributors of www.rumforddental.com fasteners as well as heating, ventilating, and we accept insurances, we accept mostmost dentaldental insurances, please call us for details! air conditioning supplies,” said company please call us for details! CEO Chris Ryding. “I actually grew up in

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sian also sent his fire prevention officer to check the area. “We told residents to call us as soon as they suspect any problem and we will get there right away. That’s all we can do, we’ll stay on top of it,” said the fire chief. “I understand that this is indeed an industrial area. Businesses need to be allowed to operate but I do support the neighbors who want adjacent companies to exist without noise and dust, etc.,” said Gripnail’s Chris Ryding. “Our business can, at times, be noisy but we keep it controlled indoors. Other companies in the area have strived to keep their property neat, including painting old storage tanks, etc. Neighbors should be able to open their windows,” he said. Ryding also added that he didn’t think all city and state agencies are on the same page. “The state D.E.M. and city of East Providence have almost been adversarial with each other at times.” “We understand the rationale for the NIMBY (not in my back yard) mentality,” said Ames. “But what about our property rights that allow us the ability to pursue a livelihood, employ 25 people, and pay property taxes? The Reporter and others in the press dignify these nuts and their foolish complaints…odors, smoke, accusations of open burning recently, dust, un-covered railcars and the list goes on. How many more foolish complaints with no finding need to be received before these individuals (critics of Pond View) completely discredit themselves? This has been going on for nearly fifteen years. To dignify and respond to every complaint only encourages and enables these nuts,” concluded the Ames/ Foley statement. A State House hearing was held on May 22, 2014 to discuss legislation introduced on May 1st, 2014, which would mandate Pond View (RES) to conduct all demolition activity indoors. House Bill, 2014-H 8117, was introduced by East Providence State Representatives Katherine Kazarian with co-sponsorship by fellow EP State Representatives Gregg Amore and Joy Hearn. Entitled - An Act Relating to Health and Safety - Refuse Disposal. This act would ‘eliminate the daily amount a Construction and Demolition facility may receive and process...and would require such a facility, located within a 1000 radius of a residential zone, to conduct all operations within an enclosed structure.’ Neither Mr. Foley or Mr. Ames or anyone from RES (PondView) attended the hearing. Neighborhood residents were in attendance. Sources indicate that the committee heard from D.E.M. staff and others who “agree this facility should be totally indoors...” When told of RES’s earlier comments complaining of press coverage against the facility, one observer said, “If anything they only made themselves look foolish.” The Kazarian bill in the House is a companion to a Senate

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“I’m not sure what utopian vision these people have for Rumford and the Dexter Road area but we intend upon pursuing any and all industrial uses and opportunities that can be contrived. We operate heavy equipment, trucks, aggregate producing equipment, and C&D processing equipment and we plan to continue that practice.” The company can accept up to 50 tons of construction debris per day without need for license. The 1500 ton limit, which requires a license, is in litigation along with other legal matters. The RES spokesman also wanted to stress the negative financial impact to the city in general. “Has anyone stopped to consider the monetary damage associated with this harassment in terms of lost jobs, revenues, and business opportunities?” Ames said that the closing of TLA-Pond View has meant “$7 million due creditors, 70 lost jobs, and $3-4 million in local vendor purchases. These are all gone…resulting from legislation in concert with the E. Providence Zoning Officer, Ed Pimental’s (ruling) that was ‘made upon unlawful procedure’ according to Superior Court Judge Taft-Carter,” continued Ames. The RES/Pond View response continued to be a feisty defense of their operation. Ames and Foley assert that this is “a governmentdesigned effort for the sole purpose of closing and shutting down TLA-Pond View… an unlawful procedure. The City of E. Providence has lost in court every time and yet, they think nothing of spending $100’s of thousands of additional tax payer dollars on court and legal costs to continue the pursuit of the Foley family at the State Supreme Court level. Have you ever stopped to wonder why? And where’s the evidence?” Ames asks. Ames also told The Reporter that he believes that many of “these unfounded complaints” have come from “three, antagonist neighbors but if (one of them) was so put-off by living proximate to an environmental company and previously left the area while it was in operation, why did she build a house and move back into the neighborhood?” said Ames. Ames and Foley also see the city as getting away with wrongful actions. “If the unlawful related to the Foley businesses, we would be hung out to dry but government…irrespective of the legality…can operate with immunity,” RES claimed. In last month’s issue, The Reporter listed a response from the city Fire Chief who had received complaints of alleged afterhours smoke from the RES property. “I received the complaint and went out there right away,” said EP fire chief Oscar Elmasian. “I spoke with area residents and got a feel for their concerns. I also sent out a Captain and a Lieutenant and at that time, there was no evidence of illegal burning of debris or anything,” said Elmasian. “There are several buildings in that area that have solid fuel for heat.” Elma-

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June 2014 The Reporter bill filed earlier by EP Senator Daniel DaPonte. The State House publicist released a statement on the DaPonte bill (2014-S 2441A): “The Senate passed legislation that would modify the definition of a construction and demolition (C&D) debris processing facility in order to protect the quality of life in residential areas and bring facilities treating less than 150 tons of debris into line with other plants.” The senate chamber approved the measure in a 37 to 0 vote. If enacted, the legislation also states that all facilities must conduct all processing operations indoors if they are located within a 1,000-foot radius of a residential zone district. The State House press release also went on to state a brief timeline of events by stating, “the Pond View solid waste management facility has long been the subject of controversy among Rumford area residents. After years of enduring traffic, noise and dust from the plant, neighbors of the Dexter Street facility said DEM’s decision to increase the amount of material Pond View could process to 1,500 tons per day largely exacerbated issues stemming from its operation. Although the facility shut down completely in 2013, the landlord of the property re-opened it with a 50-ton-per-day limit. Worried that the new facility could obtain a license allowing it to process 1,500 tons per day once again, residents have turned to the courts to seek protection for their neighborhood. Whether the former facility’s license is transferrable to the new facility is still the subject of litigation and will come before the state Supreme Court. But Senator Da Ponte strongly believes his legislation could, in part, play a key role in dousing tensions between residential neighborhoods and facilities like the one in Rumford.” “I think this legislation represents a thoughtful compromise,” Senator Da Ponte said. “What it does is put reasonable limits on these facilities so that they can continue to be profitable while ensuring that a lot of the noise and dust cropping up in a lot of these complaints are contained indoors. We certainly don’t want to discourage business in Rumford, but we simply must protect the quality of life in our neighborhoods. Essentially, this bill is asking these businesses to be good neighbors. I don’t think that’s an unreasonable request.” Stay tuned.

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Interim City Manager Paul E. Lemont announced that the City of East Providence was awarded $125,000 from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Local Recreation Grant program for improvements to the Onna Moniz-John Neighborhood Park/Central Avenue Playground. Improvements to be installed include vandal-resistant LED lighting along the walkways and basketball courts, resurfacing the basketball courts, replacing the existing picnic tables and installing a play structure, chess tables and a 10,000 sq. ft. skate park/ramp. The K-Rob Foundation, a local community based organization with a mission to positively transform the lives of children in the East Bay and surrounding communities will assist the City in the design of the skate park/ramp and will contribute $25,000 towards the materials and installation. Ward 2 Councilman Helder J. Cunha and At-Large Councilperson Tracy A. Capobianco along with the East Providence Police Department, Public Works Department and Planning Department have been working closely with the residents of the immediate neighborhood and representatives of the Red Bridge Neighborhood Association to solicit ideas for improvements to the park that will increase the usage of the park for persons of all ages while discouraging vandalism and loitering. The $125,000 Rhode Island

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East Providence Earns Flood Insurance Discounts through FEMA

As of May 1, 2014, the City of East Providence is now officially enrolled in FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS). This program, which is part of the National Flood Insurance Program, enables most of the City’s flood insurance policy holders to receive a discount on their flood insurance. This culminates months of data gathering, mapping, outreach, and meetings with FEMA and RI Emergency Management officials regarding our application for the program. The City’s initial CRS rating is Class 9, which will result in a 5% discount in flood insurance premiums for policy holders within the floodplain, and for those outside of the floodplain who have what are known as “standard risk” policies. This will save these policy holders across the City a total of $13,460 annually, retroactive to May 1. East Providence is the sixth municipality, and the first city, in the state to become enrolled in CRS. East Providence EMA will continue to work with other City departments in the future to maintain our CRS enrollment and to, down the road, achieve additional flood insurance discounts. The East Providence Emergency Management Agency (EMA), part of the City’s Planning Department, plans and prepares for natural and manmade disasters. The agency educates the public, provides meteorological support for the City, and serves as the City’s floodplain resource. City EMA works closely with other local, state and federal agencies including the RI Department of Health, RI Emergency Management Agency, and FEMA on planning initiatives and on preparing for and responding to actual emergencies. The East Providence Emergency Management webpage can be found on the City’s website, http://www.eastprovidence.com , under “City Departments online”. Facebook users can find us on the “EastProvEMA” Facebook Page.

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Serving Alcohol To Teens: It’s Unsafe, Illegal & Irresponsible

The social host liability law in RI is changing parents’ minds as the responsibility for underage drinking moves from the teens who consume alcohol… to the parents who provide it. The East Providence Prevention Coalition would like to remind you that as prom and graduation parties, end-of-school celebrations and summer gatherings are around the corner, there will be enhanced local law enforcement activities in East Providence such as Cops In Shops and compliance checks. For anyone who believes that it’s safer for teens to drink at their home than anywhere else and that drinking is part of growing up– a rite of passage– they’re sadly mistaken. So what are some practical steps you can take to prevent social access? • Remind teens the minimum legal drinking age is 21, and drinking can cause serious health and safety consequences– as well as legal consequences for the person who provides the alcohol. • Keep track of alcohol in your home and if possible keep it locked up. One tactic teen’s use is taking alcohol from a bottle and replacing it with water. So making sure teens can’t get to the alcohol without your knowledge is one way of restricting access. • Let local law enforcement know if a noisy party is taking place for this might signal alcohol use. • Tell local alcohol retailers that you don’t mind waiting while they check ID’s before selling alcohol. • If you are a parent, make it a routine to check-in on your teen’s Myspace, Facebook, or other on-line accounts. • Be frank about telling other parents that you don’t want people serving alcohol to your teen or condoning teen drinking. • Reinforce with everyone that: It’s unsafe. It’s illegal. It’s Irresponsible. The East Providence Prevention Coalition is a citizens group dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles. For more information contact the EPPC at 401-435-1923.

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There’s still time to register for the East Providence Recreation Department’s youth summer day camp to be held: June 30th - August 8th, 2014 / Camp operates rain or shine Mon.- Fri. from 8:30am - 3:30pm Pierce Field, 201 Mercer Street East Providence, RI 02914 Camp will feature the “Hasbro Summer Learning Initiative” a project seeking to curb summer learning loss. Hands-on learning activities are incorporated into a traditional camp day. Daily activities are designed with fun in mind while providing learning and literacy supports. Certified teachers design and lead activities alongside recreation camp counselors and teaching assistants. Camp activities also include field trips, swimming, special events, arts and crafts, sports and the opportunity to have a fun summer! Transportation is not provided to and from camp. Children must be dropped off and picked up. CAMP FEE: Registration fee is $50 per week /per child. A minimum payment for 1 week is due at registration. Cash or check only. REGISTRATION: To receive an application and/or for more information, call either the department’s main office at 401-4357511, or Recreation Center at 401-433-6360.

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Summer campers will be treated to an energetic program geared at making exercise and healthy living fun! “LEAHSTAR” is a project developed by Leah Sirmalis, Ambassador Girl Scout working on attaining the “Gold Award”, Girl Scouting’s highest honor. The “LEAHSTAR” program is designed to make exercise fun for children while building their confidence. Youth will be instructed in proper stretching and exercise techniques as well as learning healthy strategies. “LEAHSTAR” takes place during the weeks of July 14 and 21, in keeping with the camp themes of maintaining healthy minds and bodies. For more information, contact the Recreation department at 401-435-7511 or 433-6360.

Recreation Center, 100 Bullocks Pt. Ave. Summer hours effective May 25 – Sept. 30, 2014: Adults ages 18 and over, M-TH, 9am-7pm / Fri. 9am-4pm Ages 16-17, M-TH, 4-6pm / Fri. 2-6pm The Center will be closed on July 4th, August 11th and Sept. 1st Yearly membership fees: Youth ages 6-17, $25 / Senior Citizens ages 55+, $25 / Adult, ages 18-54, $50 or $25 for 6 months. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are at the Recreation Center. Participants must have a Center membership. To register call 401-433-6360. Yoga / TH 9-10:30am / $3 per class or pre-pay $10 per month Definition Training / TH 11am-12pm & 6:45-7:30pm / $5 per class Low impact aerobics, light cardio, stretching & toning. Hatha Yoga / TUE. 6-7:30pm / $12 per class when pre-paid for the month / $14 walk-in Burn & Build / M & W 5:45-6:45pm / June 2nd – Aug. 17th / $6 per person Zumba, Toning & Stretching / TH 5:45-6:30pm / June 12th – Sept. 4th / $30 if paid by June 12th, or $5 per class How to Be a Great Babysitter! / Ages 11-16 / Sat. Aug. 2nd 9am-3:30pm / *610 Waterman Ave. / $80 per person. Instructed by Registered Nurses and includes CPR book, certificate of completion, reference materials and snacks. Karate / Ages 6-14 / Beginners & Intermediate / TH 6-7pm June 19 – Aug. 21 / $50 per person Independence Day Celebration! / TH July 3rd, (rain date July 5th) / Pierce Stadium, 201 Mercer St. / gates open at 6pm / concert featuring “Crushed Velvet” & “Kicking Hole”, (artist donated performances!) followed by Fireworks! / Food and beverage concessions / Free and open to the public

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June 5 Ocean State Theatre in Warwick to see “Always Patsy Cline” Lunch will be at the Greenwood Inn. June 12 Venus de Milo to see the “Temptations” lunch included July 9 Block Island lunch and tour included July 31 Martha’s Vineyard, tour included. Lunch on own August 6 Rockport, Mass Lobster or Chicken lunch included August 13 Nantucket island tour included, lunch on own. November 5 Goodspeed Opera House Haddam Ct. to see Irving Berlin’s “Holiday Inn” lunch at the Gelston House. Please call now for reservations to secure tickets. Small deposit required. Please call Debbie Rochford at 437-2983 or 435-7511 for more info.

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Don't Miss... Kids Rock Chorus on June 17th

For the past 4 years, elementary music teachers Taylor Temple, his colleague Nicholas Hurd, and a handful of volunteers, have organized the ‘EP Kids Rock Chorus’ concert. The Kids Rock Chorus consists of over 200 students spanning four elementary schools from around the city. The kids sing a wide array of tunes from the Beatles to Bruno Mars backed by a small rock band, lighting effects and hundreds of cheering people. Having volunteered the last 3 Kids Rock concerts, I have witnessed positive public school teaching in action. Not only have the students improved over the successive years, the community has become galvanized. After the 2011 concert at Martin Middle School, it was clear the group had outgrown its venue, performing to a standing room only crowd. Last June was the most successful

concert yet. The audience nearly filled the Senior High’s auditorium. However, this September, the chorus program was put in jeopardy. Due to the pressure to raise test scores, academics are rigidly scheduled during the school day. Finding time for a weekly chorus rehearsal is not always a priority. It is distressing that the arts continue to be diminished throughout our public schools. Supportive parents and school committee members have fought to make next month’s concert a reality, and without more publicity and local support, this could be the last. This year, the show is at East Providence Senior High School, Tuesday June 17th, 2014 at 6:30 PM. You may learn more about the EP Kids Rock Chorus, and watch past performances on facebook. com and youtube.com

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Event Promises to be a “Magical” Evening Featuring Community and Public Service Awards, Live and Silent Auctions, Captivating Entertainment, Excellent Food and Castle Hill Inn at its Best! East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) will present its annual Vision Award to three local organizations that have helped the agency in an outstanding way (Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy, Rhode Island Hospitality Education Foundation, and Serve Rhode Island) and its Public Service Award to RI State Representative Helio Melo (District 64 – East Providence). The awardees will be recognized at EBCAP’s 11th Annual Seaside Gala on June 12, 2014 at Castle Hill Inn in Newport. The Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy (RICLAPP) Simple Will $75 will be honored with a 2014 Vision Award for providing free legal services to almost 100 EBCAP clients since 2011. Often those who find themselves most in need of legal services are least able Personal Injury - No Fee Unless Successful to afford them. Elder Rhode Islanders have a particular need for legal services, especially in dealing with Medicare/Medicaid and Office 401.245.6500 social security issues. Other services provided include housing 18 Maple Ave., Barrington, RI 02806 disputes, estate planning, wills/trusts, benefits, consumer issues, domestic violence, restraining orders, custody and child support, and guardianship and tax issues. Nos Falamos Portuguese and Se Habla Espanol The Rhode Island Hospitality Education Foundation (RIHEF) will be honored with a 2014 Vision Award for providing hospitality training to 50 Rhode Island residents from the East Bay in partnership with EBCAP’s Newport Skills Alliance Program (NSA). RIHEF develops, supports and promotes career growth opportunities within the hospitality industry, benefitting students, organizations and the RI economy. Since 2012, RIHEF’s partnership with EBCAP/NSA has resulted in students earning five nationally and industry recognized certificates, as well as three college credits from Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI). Serve Rhode Island will be honored with Ray Paiva • Rumford, RI • a 2014 Vision Award for its support of EBBroker/owner CAP’s mission by providing an AmeriCorps team of 10 individuals each year for the past 5 years. These fifty AmeriCorps volunteers have contributed over 80,000 hours of service to EBCAP and many of its core programs including: Safety Net, Food Pantry, Scituate: Wow factor! French Pawtucket: Great starter home, Pawtucket: Darlington, great Heating and Energy, Health Services, Youth Country Manor located in exclusive Ranch 3 beds, hwds, fenced yard, starter home Bungalow/Ranch Centers, and Housing. Knight Farms! Exposed wood updated electric, appliances, close style, 2 beds, gas heat, fireplace, EBCAP will also honor Rhode Island beam construction, hardrock to everything, including hwy vinyl siding, needs updating and Representative Helio Melo with its 2014 Anmaple floors, open floor plan for access. Subject to seller finding some TLC. No FHA financing. nual Public Service Award for his outstandentertaining, 20x40 inground pool. suitable housing. Not a short sale! Ray Paiva 447-2275 ing leadership on important issues affecting $119,900 Ray Paiva 447-2275 Stephen Perrino 206-8907 all Rhode Islanders, including education, health and human services, and tax reform. The Honorable and Mrs. Marvin L. Abney of Newport are the honorary event rita.valcorba@prospectmtg.com chairpersons. Marvin and Cheryl are strong NMLS# 79078 Branch#305159 supporters of EBCAP’s health, human serOffice: 401-737-8542 vices and education programs, and Cheryl Cell: 401-265-8449 formerly served as an EBCAP board mem110 Jefferson Blvd, Suite I Rita Valcorba, E-fax: 877-445-6315 ber. The Lead Corporate Sponsor of this Warwick RI Senior Loan Officer year’s event is Neighborhood Health Plan Photo of Rhode Island.

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The East Providence/Seekonk Rotary Scholarship Committee Proud to announce the following 2014 Scholarship recipients:

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2014 Civic Leadership Awards

On Friday, May 9th, 2014 Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis held the annual Civic Leadership Awards on the North Plaza of the State House. The following East Providence High School students were honored at the event.

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Maria Briones of East Providence inducted into the Order of the Engineer

KINGSTON, RI - As part of a commitment to pride and responsibility in the engineering profession, 103 University of Rhode Island engineering students, including Maria Briones of East Providence, R.I., were inducted into the Order of the Engineer on April 30. The students became the first group from the state’s flagship university to join the national professional organization and established the first Link (chapter) in Rhode Island.

2014 UMass Dartmouth Commencement

The following is a list of the University of Massachusetts undergraduate and graduate students from your readership area. East Providence, Shanna Bahry East Providence, Benjamin Cardoso Riverside, Jason DaSilva Cum Rumford, Liliana Eaves Lauren Elizabeth Josephs of Rumford Graduates from Clemson University

June 2014 The Reporter Clemson, SC - Lauren Elizabeth Josephs of Rumford graduated from Clemson University May 9, 2014, with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. She has also been named to the Dean's List for spring 2014.

Local residents awarded degrees during Salve Regina University’s 64th commencement

Daniel Amaral of Riverside, R.I. (02915) was awarded a Master of Business Administration in Management-5yr Program Salma Antony of East Providence, R.I. (02914) was awarded a Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN-BS Matthew Brady of Rumford, R.I. (02916) was awarded a Master of Science in Admininstration of Justice-Homeland Security Melissa Csigay of Riverside, R.I. (02915) was awarded a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration . . Margaret Dawson of East Providence, R.I. (02914) was awarded a Master of Arts in International Relations . . Allison Kirwan of Rumford, R.I. (02916) was awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art . . Rose Larkin of East Providence, R.I. (02914) was awarded a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling . . Shelley Turner-Riley of Riverside, R.I. (02915) was awarded a Master of Arts in Holistic Counseling . .

Bethany Mello Named to Dean’s List

Portales, NM - Bethany Mello of Rumford, RI, has been named to Eastern New Mexico University’s Dean’s List for the spring 2014 semester.

Pratt Institute Awards Degrees to 1,337 Graduating Students at 2014 Commencement Ceremony Taylor Jones of East Providence (02914) Cara Lampron of Rumford (02916)

Madison Brown of Rumford Graduates from St. Lawrence University

Canton, NY - Madison T. Brown of Rumford was one of nearly 550 students who were awarded degrees at St. Lawrence University’s Commencement ceremony, which was held on May 18 in Canton, New York. Brown was awarded a degree in performance and communications arts Cum Laude.

Providence College Awards Undergraduate Degrees to Local Residents

Providence, RI - The following local residents were among over 900 students from Providence College who received undergraduate degrees during the College’s Ninety-Sixth Commencement Exercises held on Sunday, May 18, 2014. Samuel Bettencourt, a resident of Riverside, RI received a Bachelor of Science degree Nicholas Boyce, a resident of Riverside, RI received a Bachelor of Arts degree Chelsea Carvalho, a resident of East Providence, RI received a Bachelor of Arts degree Mark Correia, a resident of East Providence, RI received a Bachelor of Science degree Cum Laude Brian Cunha, a resident of Rumford, RI received a Bachelor of Arts degree Bridget McBride, a resident of Rumford, RI received a Bachelor of Arts degree Michael Pierard, a resident of Rumford, RI received a Bachelor of Science degree Manuela Teixeira, a resident of Riverside, RI received a Bachelor of Science degree

Kevin Tente, a resident of East Providence, RI received a Bachelor of Science degree

Cheyanne Viveiros, a resident of Riverside, RI received a Bachelor of Arts degree Cum Laude America’s Best Colleges.

Mount Ida College Graduates Asked to “Wear Youth as a Badge of Honor” During Commencement

Kayla Bravo of East Providence (02914), RI graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Mount Ida College. Nicole Negron of Riverside (02915), RI graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Mount Ida College.

East Providence, R.I. Resident Honored for Academic Achievement at Providence College

Providence, R.I. – Mark Correia, a resident of East Providence, R.I., who was awarded a bachelor’s degree during Providence College commencement ceremonies held on May 18, 2014, was recently honored for his academic achievements.

Rumford Resident, Christopher Mastrangelo Named to Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Spring 2014 Dean’s List

Worcester, MA - Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced that Christopher Mastrangelo of Rumford, R.I., a freshman majoring in aerospace engineering, was named to the university’s Dean’s List for academic excellence for the Spring 2014 semester.

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The Friends of Pomham Rocks lighthouse are glad to announce the winners of the overnight stay raffle that was held on Wednesday May 7 at the Riverside library. Overnight stay at Borden Flats Lighthouse Mr. Mark Dion of North Attleboro Overnight stay at Rose Island lighthouse Natalie Akers of Seekonk Two night stay at the Surf Hotel, Block Island Penny Webster of Riverside. We wish to thank all who participated in the raffle to help restore the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse. We also would like to thank, Nick Korstad at Borden Flats Lighthouse, David Mc Curdy at Rose Island Lighthouse, and Lorraine Cyr at the Surf Hotel, Block Island for their very generous gift certificate donations.

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Ladies! Do you like to sing? Do you like baseball? Would you like to sing at a baseball game? Harmony Heritage Chorus is inviting you to join us as we do just that! Come by for a few of our rehearsals this summer and sing the National Anthem with us at McCoy Stadium in Pawtucket, RI Dates: June 10, 17, 24 for June 27th Game (Must Attend) July 15, 22 and 29 for July 30 Game (Must Attend) Place: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 50 Park Place, Pawtucket, Rhode Island Time: 7:15 – 7:45 PM We look forward to seeing you! For further information, please call or email: Barbara-Ann Mac Intosh – 401-560-0073 – joyhi@cox.net Gayle Jordan – 774-306-6681 – mayatenor@comcast.net For questions about this release, please contact Jeanne Chapman at 401-516-2456 or alfalfac@mindspring.com.

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Riverside Circle # 28 Daughters of Isabella, will meet on Thursday June 22, in the Knight’s of Columbus Hall, Crescent View Avenue, Riverside. Our State Regent Joanne Burger will visit our circle this month. After a brief business meeting we will have a summertime bingo. Bakers for June are Jane, Rose and Carol. Riverside Circle # 28 Daughters of Isabella will host the Coffee Hour after the 8:00 AM mass on Sunday June 22, in the Parish Hall of ST. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside, RI.

The St. Brendan Forever Young Club

The St. Brendan Forever Young Club will hold their June banquet at the Wharf Tavern in Warren at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, June 10. Tickets are $20 and should be reserved by June 3 by calling Ann at 437-0963. Choices are stuffed shrimp, stuffed chicken, and beef. The next Board meeting is on June 3 at 10:30 a.m. in the school.

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Local Lions Join Forces for Earth Day Project

The East Providence Lions Club and the Rumford Lions Club teamed together for cleanup of a ¾ mile walking path at Hunts Mills on Saturday, May 3rd. The event was the first of several joint projects between the two clubs that are located in East Providence. Several members of each club participated in the event with rakes, shovels, hedge clippers, shears and a chainsaw to clear debris from the path that runs past the waterfall and along the river’s edge. Besides small brush, the group cleared several fallen trees from the pathway. They were also joined by Dante Pires, who used the opportunity to perform community service for his school requirements. Dante’s help was very much appreciated by the membership. Special thanks go to Jeanne Boyle and Patrick Hanner from the city for their support of this project. 3 EP Lions, Deb Nowosielski, Carol and Dick Wood participated but are not pictured in the group photo Two Clubs - One Vision “We Serve”

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Once upon a time at the beginning of the 20th century, the Ten Mile had its very own carousel, and a very special Loof at that! When you come to Hunts Mills, you can see the stone circle marking the circumference of the ride, with pictures and history inside the Hunt House. But this summer, the ghost of that carousel will share the space with memorabilia of the still functioning carousel at Crescent Park, a ride which was the demo model for the Loof business, and the pride of East Providence. Ed Serowik, our own “ring boy,” brings his fabulous Crescent Park collection to the museum and Ed himself will be on hand for “2nd Sundays” during the summer. You and your family won’t want to miss the fun. Come and share your memories of Crescent Park with us. The EPHS is a volunteer organization in its 47th year dedicated to the preservation of local history. We maintain the 18th century John Hunt House Museum/ genealogy library at 65 Hunts Mills Road in the Hunts Mills Historic District, participate in the URI Master Gardening program, and provide educational programs open to the public. Hunt House Museum is open to all on the “2nd Sunday” of every month from 1-3:30 pm and by appointment. For more information visit www.ephist.org or call 438-1750

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Beautifully updated 3 bedrooms, one & half bath, dutch colonial,new roof, new kitchen with granite counters, fenced yard with courtyard $174,900

NEW CONSTRUCTION

East Providence ST

new

Brand New 2,100 sf 3 Bedroom, 2 bath Colonial with attached 2 Car Garage. To be built in Kent Heights. $349,900

Kathy Santos 401-241-5380

Bill Tirrell 401-474-6301

Marcel Robert 401-439-5574

Louanne Jennings 401-996-1106

Beautifully updated 3 Bed Ranch, New Kitchen, New Bath, LR w/FP, Family/Rec Room on lower level with Lavette, deck and fenced in yard. $ 164,900

East Providence

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Rose Pereira 401-258-0769

sold

new

Exceptional 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Waddington Cape. Must see living room w/ fp, finished rec/fam rm in lower level with pool table, hdwd, on dead end street. $224,900

Luci Stoddard 401-641-8114

Riverside

Barrington

contract

Rare find Duplex on Bike Path, Great Rent, Great Owner occupied, New Gas Heat in one unit, newly painted. $ 259,900

Brand New 3 Bedroom Home, 2 Full Bath, Garage, Great Area. $259,900

Elizabeth Cangarl 508-558-9758

Paul Faella 401-529-1422

Ron Faria Tracy Silva Douglas Caito Peter Leddy Barbara Jean Taylor Michelle Lewis Gil Medeiros Jennifer Feighery Kristen Moniz Mary Jane King 80 401-529-4499 401-481-2407 401-688-5867 401-219-6217 401-692-8643 401-524-6773 401-474-9159 401-935-3202 401-374-5345 401-578-0075

The Reporter June 2014

Events & Activities East Providence Athletic Club Seeks Golfers and Donations for Its Charity Tournament

The East Providence Athletic Club (EPAC) will hold its 18th annual John J. Chalmers Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 7, at Firefly Golf Course in Seekonk, MA. The event, which has raised more than $65,000, benefits Hasbro Children’s Hospital, Providence Journal Summertime Fund, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Kyle Page Fund. Tee time is 7:30 a.m. The fee of $65 per player includes a steak dinner at the EPAC which is located at 118 Mauran Ave.

Donations of raffle prizes and gift certificates from area businesses are welcome. Tournament committee members are Chuck Andrews of Seekonk, Donna Kusiak of Riverside, Wayne Larned of Warwick, and Tricia Chalmers of Bristol. For information about golfing, donating or buying raffle tickets, call the club at 434-9584.

7th Annual A Ride For Tomorrow In Memory Of Mariah Burda

Saturday, June 14, 2014 (Rain/Shine) DONATIONS: $20 in advance (must purchase before June 1st) $25 at the door after June 1st START: Dublin Rose, 940 Fall River Ave., Seekonk, MA Motorcycle Registration from 10:00 am - 12:00 (MUST HAVE HELMETS) FINISH: The Whiskey Republic 515 South Water Street, Providence, RI Food, Raffles, Music and Prizes begin at 2:00 pm All Proceeds Benefit THE TOMORROW FUND AT HASBRO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Learn more at www.aridefortomorrow.com or visit our Facebook page. For Tickets Contact: Jean Burda 508.726.5139 Tom Burda 508.726.1187 Bruce Andrews 774.991.3042 Don’t have a bike? Meet us after the run. The Whiskey Republic will be open at 2:00 pm for food, drinks Make donations payable to: “A Ride for Tomorrow”

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Ten Mile River Watershed Council June Happenings Hike

Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council on a hike around Turner Reservoir in celebration of National Trails Day. We will meet at the Turner Loop Trail parking area on route 114A on the East Providence/Seekonk border on June 7, 2014. From there we will hike the 2.7 mile Turner Loop trail which offers good views of the Reservoir and Ten Mile River. We will visit Arcade Woods and pass through Bridgham Farm, a property of the East Providence Land Trust. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. This is a free event and open to the public, donations to the TMRWC are appreciated. We will meet at 9:45 am and the hike will start promptly at 10:00. Please register for this event by emailing info@tenmileriver. net or call 401-578-2746. For more information, visit www.tenmileriver.net.

Father’s Day Paddle

Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council for our annual Father’s Day Paddle on the Ten Mile River and Central Pond on June 15, 2014. We will be meeting across the river from Pawtucket Country Club on Armistice BLVD in Pawtucket. From there we will paddle down river to Central Pond and finish at the Kimberly Rock Sports Complex in East Providence where we will enjoy lunch sponsored by Uncle Tony’s Restaraunt. The cost of this event is $5.00 for non-members. Please bring your own boat. We will meet at the put in at 9:00 am for a car shuttle and will be on the water by 10:00. There is limited space on this paddle so please register by emailing info@tenmilriver.net or call 401-578-2746. For more information visit www.tenmileriver.net.

Summer Solstice Hike

Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council for our 5th annual Summer Solstice Hike at Seekonk Meadows and the Charles Maraian Farm on June 21, 2014. We will meet at Seekonk Library on Newman Ave in Seekonk. From there, we will hike on a little known trail along Gameno and Central Ponds. We will pass some old cellar holes and some scenic vistas along the way. This hike is 2.5 miles with some up and down, so wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Bug spray will be provided. This is a free event and open to the public, donations to the TMRWC are appreciated. We will meet at 6:15 pm and the hike starts promptly at 6:30. Please register for this event by emailing info@tenmileriver.net or calling 401-578-2746. For more information visit www.tenmileriver.net.

Second Annual Shontell’s Smile Memorial Foundation Softball Tournament Fundraiser

Saturday, July 12, 2014 • 8:00am—8:00pm

Agawam Softball Complex; Pawtucket Avenue, E Providence, RI Registration fee - $150.00 per team Contact Gina Lopes for registration at: 401-523-0493 Visit us at www.lrccri.com (Rain date Saturday, July 19, 2014). The Shontell’s Smile (Imari Adam) Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships to assist graduating and continuing education students whose studies will be in the disciplines of medicine, music/dance/theater and culinary arts. Shontell’s goal was to become the youngest nurse practitioner in Rhode Island and she loved to dance and cook. continued next page...

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Her parents, sister and family members established this foundation as an indelible tribute to Shontell’s love of life and giving nature that will forever be carried on in her name. For more information on how you can donate to Shontell’s Smile Memorial Foundation contact Shontell Gomes at shony_mitchell@yahoo. com or call 401-837-5740 and leave a message. Checks can be written and mailed to:

Shontell’s Smile Memorial Scholarship Foundation c/o Life Resurrection Community Church 1619 Lonsdale Avenue, Lincoln, RI 02865

Multi Year Class Reunion

EPHS Classes of 1967, 1968 & 1969 will be holding a combined Class Reunion on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at the Venus de Milo Restaurant in Swansea, Ma. For more info please contact Bill Moura (68) at 401-438-3344 or email ephsmulti@gmail.com. You can also “like” us on Facebook - EPHS Class Reunion 1967, 1968, 1969. Please share this information with all your classmates!

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Class Reunion Announcement

The 51st reunion of the East Providence Class of 1963 is being held at the Grand Rose Ballroom at the Clarion Inn in Seekonk, MA on Saturday, July 26 from 5 - 11 pm. Appetizers and a sit-down buffet will be $45 pp. Cash bar and dancing to the oldies to follow. For more information contact Donna Crowninshield Porco at donnarae01@hotmail.com, Betty DuLude at kkbagelz@aol.com or Joseph Tavares at joesphtavares@gmail.com. or go to Facebook - East Providence High School Class of 1963 for complete details.

Young Cyclists Roll through East Providence to Assist with Affordable Housing Efforts

East Providence, Rhode Island – Thirty young adults with Bike & Build Inc., a national non-profit committed to affordable housing, will be staying in Providence for three days before departing on their cycling journey across the United States. The riders will be working on June 11th to help construction efforts with Habitat for Humanity of Rhode Island, Greater Providence, Inc. The cyclists travel from Providence, RI to Half Moon Bay, CA in order to raise money and awareness for affordable housing causes. “We are deeply proud that Bike & Build has 265 riders this year who are so committed to the affordable housing cause that they are willing to raise much-needed funds and spend two months of their summer biking across this amazing country,” said Bike & Build’s Director of Operations and Outreach, Justin Villere. “Bike & Build provides the opportunity; it is the riders who make the impact on housing issues through our cycling trips.” The group will be traveling for more than 10 weeks and will help to build affordable housing in nine locations, including Danbury, CT; Stroudsburg, PA; and Hagerstown, MD! In order to participate in the trip, each rider raised at least $4,500 to help fund the trip costs and affordable housing efforts nationwide. Bike & Build offers eight cross-country biking trips each summer. The 18 to 25 year old riders see and experience first-hand the affordable housing need in this country. They stop in towns along their route and participate in construction efforts at affordable housing sites that are in progress. The riders also meet with local officials and community members to discuss affordable housing issues. Based in Philadelphia, Bike & Build is a non-profit organization that encourages young adults to address the country’s affordable housing crisis through organized bicycle trips. Trip participants support the affordable housing cause by fundraising and building efforts. Since its founding in 2003, Bike & Build has motivated over 2,000 young adult volunteers and contributed over $4.5 million and 160,000 volunteer hours to housing groups such as Habitat for Humanity and Rebuilding Together to fund projects in the United States. For more information, visit www.bikeandbuild.org or call (267) 331-8488. .

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presented by Fan For Life Wrestling It`s that time of the year again wrestling fans! New England Fan Fest has quickly become a New England tradition. It`s a day filled with autograph sessions, Question and answer sessions, Merchandise for sale and a Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. On Saturday June 21st 2014 you will have the chance to meet and greet with your childhood heroes and legends as well as the stars of today and tomorrow! This year it all happens at the Crowne plaza Hotel in Warwick, Rhode Island on 801 Greenwhich ave. Get there early as you dont want to miss out on this New England extravaganza! Doors open at 8:00am and right off the bat WWE Hall of Famer Howard Finkel will be introducing all your favorite stars with full wrestling entrances like only The Fink can do. Appearing at this years Fan Fest are Howard Finkel, Dennis Knight and Mark Canterbury FKA The Godwinns, Diana Hart Smith, Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart, Joey Styles, Dory Funk Jr, “Big Poppa Pump” Scott Steiner, Scott Hall FKA Razor Ramon, Sean Waltman FKA X Pac, Bobby “The Brain” Heenan, Harley Race, Larry Zbyszko, Referee Billy Silverman, Referee Jimmy Korderas, “Dangerous” Danny Davis, Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka, Tammy “Sunny” Sytch, Karlee Perez FKA Maxine, Debra Marshall, Kristal Marshall, Taeler Hendrix, Shelly Martinez FKA Ariel, Mario Mancini, Jose Luis Rivera, Referee Paul Richard, Ax and Smash The Demolition, Ox Baker, Fred Ottman FKA Tugboat/Typhoon, John Cena Sr, Brian Knobbs and Jerry Saggs “The Nasty Boys”, Nicole Bass, The Hurricane Shane Helms, Simon Dean/Super Nova, Joel Gertner, Kenny Dykstra, Former New England Patriots cheerleader and star of The Rock`s TNT show HERO “Athena Lazo”, “The Scream Queen” Daffney, Scott Putski, Scott “Flash” Norton, Sir Mo and Oscar “Men on a Mission”, Virgil, The Golden Terror, “The Duke of Dorchester” Pete Doherty, The Big O, TNA superstar Robbie E, Daniel Puder, Big Bully Busick, Matt Striker, Clarence Mason, Bushwhacker Luke, Maria Kanellis, “The Devils Reject” Brandon Webb, “The Juice” JT Dunn, Fenris Fortune, Chris Envy, Necromancer, Model Dana Maxim, ECW Super Destroyers, Model Elena Corrao, Greg “The Hammer” Valentine, Artist Jason Casey and caricature artist Scott Wilde! and many more to appear!!! From there we will have our 8th annual New England pro wrestling Hall of Fame ceremony!! Class of 2014 Inductees include the late Matt Borne “Doink the Clown”, Harley Race, Referee Billy Silverman, Jim Neidhart, Luis Ortiz, Bobby Cruise, Draven, Stacey Lopes, the late Davey boy Smith “The British Bulldog”, The Mercenary, Ron Zombie, Curtis Slamdawg, Mario Mancini, Jose Luis Rivera, Studly Steve Stallion, Knuckles Nelson, Pat Piper, Kevin Karizma and Jason Rumble! Ceremony will be hosted by Howard Finkel and Arda Ocal. If your a fan looking to stay at the hotel or even make a weekend out of it, call the Crowne plaza hotel direct at 401-732-6000 and mention New England Fan Fest when booking your room in order to receive the discounted room rate of $119.00 plus taxes. There is a restaurant, bathrooms, ATM and a bar all located inside!

Special thanks to our sponsors Thirsty Beaver | 288 Atwood Avenue - Cranston - RI | Vanity Supper Club | 566 South Main Street - Providence Rhode Island | 401.469.4667 Fan Fest hours 8:00am-4:00pm • General admission $15.00 (Gets you entry from 8-4) Q&A session $20.00 • Super Ticket $250.00 Hall of Fame Ceremony hours 6:00pm-9:30pm (Doors open at 5:00pm) • Hall of Fame tickets $25.00 Follow us on twitter @nefanfest • Email us hwfforever@yahoo.com Tickets are available at the door or in advance by visiting our website at www.nepwhof.weebly.com LIKE us on facebook at New England pro wrestling Hall of Fame

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Summer Fun Save The Bay Annonces Its Summer Lighthouse Tours

Save the Bay will conduct an increase in the number of its Ultimate Lighthouse Tours for the summer of 2014.

½ Day Tour from Providence

1:00 P.M.-4:00P.M. View 7 lighthouses, 3 lost lighthouse sites Includes a stop at Pomham Rocks Lighthouse $50.00 per person Dates Sat. May 17th& Sat. July 5

Full day tours from Providence

9:00A.M. to 4:00P.M. View 16 Lighthouses and 5 lost Lighthouse Sites Includes a stop at Rose Island Lighthouse and a bag lunch $100.00 per person Dates June 14, July 12, Sept. 6 & Sept.27

½ Day Tours from Newport

View 9 Lighthouses and 3 lost lighthouse sites $50.00 per person Dates June 7 & August 23

Tickets Now on Sale for Linden Place Mansion’s Annual Fourth of July Parade Picnic

Linden Place is the best seat in town for viewing the nationally famous Bristol Fourth of July Parade!

Linden Place, an 1810 Federal mansion in the heart of Bristol, RI will be hosting its Annual Fourth of July Parade Picnic on Friday, July 4, 2014. Located directly on the historic Bristol Fourth of July Parade route, Linden Place will be offering reserved bleacher-style seating, tables and chairs under the shade of the Linden trees, a continental breakfast and picnic lunch, restroom facilities and elbow room! Watch the 229th annual parade in patriotic style and support the restoration of this Bristol landmark! Tickets are $75 for adults, $50 for children and include both breakfast and lunch. Linden Place members receive a $10 discount on tickets. Stop by the Linden Place office to reserve tickets at 500 Hope Street, by telephone at (401) 253-0390 or visit www.lindenplace.org . This event sells out every year, so get your tickets early. Friends of Linden Place is a non-profit organization responsible for the restoration and preservation of the historic house museum at 500 Hope Street in Bristol, Rhode Island, and for the promotion of cultural, artistic, and educational programs in the community. The mansion and grounds are open to the public from May to October, during the holiday season, and also by appointment.

Reservations required. For more information Contact Save The Bay at savebay. org or 401-272 3540 ex 133. Income used for educational programs at Save The Bay and restoration efforts at Pomham Rocks and Rose Island Lighthouses.

Sacred Heart Parish Patronal Feast June 13, 14, and 15

118 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914, 434-0326 Friday: Food and Bazaar Booths open at 6:00 p.m. All Other Booths open 8-10:00 p.m. Music by DJ Saturday: Regular Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. All Booths open 6 until 10:00 p.m. Auction 7:30 p.m. Music by DJ Sunday: Coffee & Malassadas available after all Masses. Procession with Blessed Sacrament and the Statue of the Sacred Heart following 11:00 a.m. Mass. - Taunton Avenue – Anthony Street – Waterman Avenue – Vine Street – Taunton Avenue, concluded with Benediction in front of Church. All Booths Open 12-8:00 p.m. GRAND RAFFLE DRAWING – 7:45 p.m.

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It's time for Celebrating 31 Years of Quality Service!

EP Heritage Fest - 34th Year

An EP Tribute to Culture and the Arts Since 1981 By Bob Rodericks

Pierce Stadium - A City Jewel

459 Willett Ave. (next to CVS) Riverside, RI 02915 401-433-4491

51 Cole Street (behind Town hall) Warren, RI 02885 401-245-9755

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This summer will be the 34th consecutive year for the popular East Providence celebration known as Heritage Days. But could it be the last? The event is held at beautiful Pierce Stadium in the center of the city off Mercer Street. The stadium has been known as one of the best sports complexes in New England since its’ construction under the Works Progress Administration (WPA), a New Deal agency of the Federal Government in the 1930’s. On November 30, 1939 Pierce Memorial Stadium opened to the public in time for the traditional Thanksgiving Day football game between East Providence and La Salle Academy. The EPHS Townies football team defeated a very tough rival in LaSalle Academy and went on to a 10-0 record for the year. Some 8,500 fans were on hand for the official opening of this wonderful new sports complex which also boasted of a baseball stadium, tennis, basketball and other athletic venues. Additionally Ted Williams and Babe Ruth put on hitting exhibitions at Pierce and major boxing and professional soccer matches were once held there. The site is home to East Providence High School Football, baseball, soccer and other sports. Previously area colleges have also rented the stadium for sports contests.

218 Willett Avenue, Riverside

Tradition Since 1981

When now retired, and first full time city recreation director, Conveniently located. Plenty of off street parking. Joseph Crook began to organize a “Heritage Day Celebration”, the obvious site was Pierce Stadium. Once a year since 1981 the Offering All Dance Disciplines site has hosted thousands of Rhode Islanders in a summer weekend full of music, food, ethnic and cultural displays. Exhibits of all Ages Two-Adult kinds filled the football stadium as well as the adjacent baseball Enrolling Now for Summer Classes field. Tents were everywhere featuring something for everyone. Starting July 7th! When Pierce was getting a facelift one year, the event was moved Open House & Registration June 7th 12-4 to the grounds of East Providence High School. The concerts and bands were accommodated inside but there was no way to charge All Male Breakdance Class taught by Nick DiMaio admission to festival goers outside. “Not that we ever charged a lot of money in the first place,” For Additional Information call said Heritage Days Committee Chair, Clarence “Junior” Butler. At (508) 336-5284 or (401) 433-4300 a committee meeting in mid May, Butler and the rest of the comOr Visit our website TwinkleToesDancing.com mittee worried how long this tradition could continue. “For the NDCA Certified Director ~ Sarah Halpin • Classically trained Ballet instructor first 28 or 29 years, Heritage Days was mostly funded by our city. Recreation did all the planning and there was an ‘outside service line item’ in the budget,” said a concerned Butler. The full committee was in agreement that this year may be a pivotal year for one of the longest running summer festivals in the state. “Our budget for Heritage Days Play Play for has gradually decreased to where it is today New Membership Special for 2014-2015 for $40 - zero (dollars),” said committee member $50 Weekends Single $2950 $2950 April Single June 1, 2014 2014--June June30, 30,2015 2015 Weekdays and former Recreation Coordinator Alba with cart Family $3200 $3200 April Family June 1, 2014 2014--June June30, 30,2015 2015 Curti and a backbone of the festival since YoungAdult Adult21-29 21-29 $1500 $1500 April Young June 1,2014 1, 2014- June - June30,30,2015 2015 it began. The committee now operates as in independent body and has a 501c3 nonMidAdult Adult30-35 30-35 $2100 $2100 April 1,2014 Mid June 1, 2014- -June June30,2015 30, 2015 profit status. “Our non-profit status allows Member For a Day Pricing | $40 Weekdays | $50 Weekends | incl. cart program donors to have a needed write-off Call Pro P Shop for Tee Times @ 508-824-9144 and helps us to perpetuate funding,” said member Diane Sullivan, current Recreation Coordinator for the city. “It is very difficult For Membership Info to be self-funded and maintain a profescall @ 508-824-9110 sional level festival with top notch food and entertainment,” Butler added.

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Sun & Fun Heritage Days has a mission statement and vibrant web site. “Proceeds from these activities are used to sustain the committee’s work as well as to benefit other non-profits that help city residents. Throughout the years East Providence Heritage Days, Inc. has awarded sizable funding to Crossroads RI, Big Brothers of RI, The Women’s Center, American Brain Tumor Association, Emergency Communities, Lauren Zarembka Memorial Scholarship Foundation, East Bay Community Action Program, Builders Helping Heroes, American Red Cross Haitian Japanese Relief efforts and most recently East Providence Recreation Department Youth & Summer Programs among others,” exclaims the committee goals. Recently the city did away with its’ neighborhood summer playground program. Now, there is one site at Pierce Stadium, which children from all parts of the city may participate in - for a fee.

The Place to be Seen & Heard

For the first 25 years or so, East Providence Heritage Day’s weekend was the place to be for many city residents and, indeed, for many others in Rhode Island. The festival is known for its’ inexpensive admission fees and many popular nationally known bands. There are games for kids and bands for all music genres. Food vendors appeal to every known palate and the “something for everyone” cliché certainly applies to festival goers. “You can’t go hungry,” promises Alba Curti. “Italian food, seafood, traditional burgers and steak sandwiches, ‘Portu-Galo’ Portuguese food, Chinese, pizza and lots more,” rattles off Curti. And if you are a candidate for public office, this is a chance to meet and mingle with many voters in the city. Even many statewide politicians make it a point to attend. “When I was on the school committee and the city council, I enjoyed walking the grounds of Heritage Days. Not really campaigning but just being visible and saying hi to people,” said former EP Mayor Dr. Isadore Ramos. Whether it was low key strolling or more traditional hand-shaking and campaigning, Heritage Days gives access to city leaders for thousands of residents.

The Future of Heritage Days?

One has to wonder though if 2014 will be the last big year for East Providence’s summertime extravaganza. Committee members were reluctant to comment negatively, but other sources for this story have hinted at a less than enthusiastic mindset for festival funding and operations by some elected officials. “We are very grateful to the city for the in-kind services we receive,” said Chairman “Junior” Butler. “But I must add we do need actual dollars if we are to continue. We’ve always enjoyed support from officials and residents,” Butler said. But it was obvious that Butler and his committee are very concerned with the future of Heritage Days. “Maybe we need to look at some different things and venues,” offered member Onna Moniz. “I hope we can continue this tradition,” said Diane Sullivan. “I think that we (East Providence) set the standard for a lot of other festivals in the area. East Providence was one of the first cities to organize a professional summertime festival,” added Sullivan. Committee members point out that “our event is a true celebration of our diverse heritage in East Providence. Our effort provides support and funding for many civic programs that are in dire need.” The Heritage Days web site proclaims that, ‘The organization plans and administers many culture-centric events whose goal is to raise public awareness of the arts and their importance and value to the quality of life in a community. The most notable of these events is the Heritage Festival which has become a yearly tradition for the past three decades.’ The committee goes on to describe some of the ways in which it benefits the city: ‘Proceeds from these activities are used to sustain the corporation’s work as well as to benefit

others. Throughout the years East Providence Heritage Days, Inc. has awarded sizable funding to Crossroads RI, Big Brothers of RI, The Women’s Center, American Brain Tumor Association, Emergency Communities, Lauren Zarembka Memorial Scholarship Foundation, East Bay Community Action Program, Builders Helping Heroes, American Red Cross Haitian Japanese Relief efforts and most recently East Providence Recreation Department Youth & Summer Programs among others.’ “I don’t think everyone understands the great amount of philanthropic work these volunteers do, “ added Butler. “No one gets paid, we are all volunteers. There is a misconception that we are just a carnival. Our volunteers do this for one reason - a love of our city,” said a passionate Butler.

City Council Stops Funding, Festival Support Waning?

Rumors circulated that the prior support Heritage Days had enjoyed from city officials has evaporated or has at least become lukewarm. The members of the city council were all contacted for this story but most chose not to say anything. Mayor Jim Briden only offered a perfunctory statement which said, “we’ll need to discuss this during the next budget process. Any support would need to be a line item in our budget. I do not believe (and I might be mistaken) that city money has been used in recent years.” Only ward 4 council member Chrissy Rossi spoke in any detail about council - Heritage Days relations - and it wasn’t very supportive. “The budget commission was the first problem for Heritage Days,” said Rossi. “They stopped all funding of the event. But I do acknowledge that I have questions with how Heritage Days are being run. As a steward of the city’s budget I am concerned when a non-profit group like the Heritage Days committee, donates money to groups outside of the city. I have other issues such as the types of bands they (heritage committee) bring in. Some of these bands are has-beens I’ve never heard of,” Rossi continued. “They may need to change some of what they do.” Rossi also alluded to rumors that some festival goers were given free drinks during a prior Heritage Days. The committee strongly denied this, stating that there was an issue once with a company who printed their drink vouchers, possibly getting extra tickets in the hands of some attendees. “Our volunteers took in $15,000 in beer receipts which we can prove. Did a couple of people get a free beer? Maybe, but we can’t control every little thing,” offered Butler.

Fireworks and Heritage?

“I support the continuation of Heritage Days,” said Rossi but I think it should coincide with our July 4th fireworks. We have close to 10,000 people coming to see our fireworks at Pierce Stadium for free. They come from all over and spend no money,” said Rossi. “Why not have Heritage Days sandwiched around our July 4th fireworks? That would bring in lots of money at $5 or $10 a head times 10,000 people,” Rossi suggested. “In addition to the fireworks, we could have all of the festival activities.” Rossi said that this idea had been rejected by the festival supporters ‘because they would have to move some tents and booths away from the fireworks immediate area.’ “I don’t see a problem with relocating some tents,” Rossi added. “As Heritage Days chairman, I have never been asked to combine Heritage Days with the city’s July 4th fireworks. Maybe someone in the city discussed it, but not with our committee,” said Junior Butler. “What happens when the 4th (July) is during the middle of a week? Do we set up for one day on a work night? Vendors couldn’t do that, our festival is over a weekend,” said continued on next page...

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Traditions • Music Butler. “I also don’t think we get 8 to 10,000 people in Pierce Field at one time for fireworks. Many people watch from their cars or surrounding areas. Not all enter the field at one time. And there would be a higher cost for police security if all those people were there at one time” he added. “The schedule, staffing and overall logistics make it very difficult to combine July 4th with our annual Heritage Days weekend,” said Butler. Veteran Heritage Days planner Alba Curti listed a number of reasons why she believes 4th of July and the Heritage weekend can’t combine. “We can’t have fireworks with booths, tents, staging and amusement rides on the field. The fire code requires a 350’ radius from the fireworks shooting area,” she said. “In years past, before the medical office park was built behind Pierce Stadium, we did have fireworks as part of the festival because it met the fire code. However it got a bit dangerous as tents and exhibits were damaged and people experienced burning cinders from shell fallout,” she added. Curti also thinks that the two big events - July 4th and Heritage Days - deserve their own separate recognition. “In my humble opinion each is a wonderful stand alone event. They are quite different in their missions. Even if it were physically and logistically possible to combine events, it would only diminish the importance of an Independence Day Celebration and the importance of promoting art and culture in our community. My opinion has always been that the more quality events that we can offer, the more we solidify the fact that East Providence is a great city to proudly call home,” opined Curti.

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Lots of Planning, Fundraising and Hard Work

Indeed, the task of running a safe and professional heritage weekend once a year is truly a herculean task, run by all volunteers. It takes about $100,000 to cover all aspects of Heritage Days. That’s not a lot when you consider the top level national acts brought in. In most cases the committee has to provide two-night hotel stays for entertainers as well as the signing fees. There is also the cost for security as many police details are needed. There are general production expenses of $27 to $30,000 which include one or two large stages with professional lighting and video screens on the football field. Sound and video systems must be apropos for the large crowds. “This type of large scale festival has always been an identity for host communities and we have always provided a quality, good time for EP families and many other visitors to our city,” said long time Heritage Days organizer Alba Curti. “For the most part we used to do okay financially,” said Butler. “Our gate admissions, city funding, vendor table fees, etc., used to keep our funding perpetuating. However we can no longer count on this,” said a worried Butler. “The shaky economy and lack of city funding has forced us to cut way back in event planning.” The committee is hoping that some legislative state grants may help. Senator Dan DaPonte and Bill

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Conley along with Representative Gregg Amore are arranging to help somewhat. “In fact all of our representatives and senators are supportive and we appreciate that,” Butler said. “I think we’ll be okay for this year, although we have to cut back on stuff,” said Butler.

City Manager Paul Lemont Pulled Back Check

When told of reports that the interim City Manager, Paul Lemont had a city check for about $25,000 cut and ready to give to the Heritage Days committee, Rossi said without hesitation - “yes, I stopped that check. I told the City Manager how could we give a 501c3 (non-profit) group $25,000 when they donate monies to charities outside of our city,” said Rossi. “And stopping the check had support of all council members, not just me,” she added. “Look, I am not going to politicize this. I asked Mr. Lemont for help and he said he would. I asked Mr. Lemont lots of questions. I was very adamant that we didn’t want to be a problem for him or the city, but he (Lemont) said he could help. We were about to receive the funding but it was cut off. We always received some budget funds through the years. It was first taken away by former city manager Richard Brown. The budget commission never asked us for information but had they told us we would get no funding, we would have accepted it and just moved on,” Butler said.

Festival Tweaks for 2014

Pierce Stadium Complex Manager Joe Medeiros has been involved with Heritage Days for a long time. “There will be some changes this year,” said Medeiros. “We will have a different logistical look. All activities will be in the football stadium as opposed to all over the complex. The amusement rides will be in the big baseball field. We won’t be able to have the big video screens on the stage though. But we will still have our popular food vendors back and plenty to do and see. Another positive change is our admission policy,” said Medeiros. “Anyone entering the festival during the first two hours on Saturday or Sunday will be admitted free. Doors open at 3:00 pm on Saturday and at 1:00 pm on Sunday. Once inside, people can opt to stay until closing without paying anything, “ added Medeiros. “Basically we are a food and music festival now,” said Alba Curti. “The stadium is beautiful, bring a lounge or beach chair and bring your appetite! An appetite for good music and good food,” said Curti. One area avoiding a cutback is the talent level of the bands. Heritage Fest headliners for 2014 are big time national acts. Saturday, July 19th will feature world renown and acclaimed Grammy Award winning producer and rock n’ roll legend extraordinaire Rick Derringer at 9:30 pm. Opening act for Derringer is Band of Brothers at 8:00 pm. Earlier in the day at 4:30 pm festival goers can enjoy the music of MarKamusic (South American/Concert plus Workshop) and at 6:45pm, Annalivia (American Roots & Branches String Band). Sunday, July 20th will feature the inimitable high energy, blues-rock of Pat Travers and his band fresh from their whirlwind tour of the UK and Europe with their sensational sound at 6:30 pm. Crushed Velvet will open the show at 5:00 pm. Earlier on Sunday at 2:30pm Veronica Robles Mariachi (Music & Culture of Mexico) will perform. At 3:45pm, the all female band, Zili Misik (World Music & African Diaspora) will be on stage. Once again something for everyone as Heritage Fest 2014 will take you across the globe from the African Diaspora with Zili Misik to echoes of Ireland and Scotland with Annalivia. We’ll stop for some English rock with Custard Pie-Celebrating the Music of Led Zeppelin. You’ll savor the splendor of Mexico with Veronica Robles and the Latin jazz of South America with MarKamusic. And for good measure two very talented local artists Band of Brothers and Crushed Velvet will be on hand to support the headline acts.

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Not all of Heritage Days’ potential woes can be controlled. “There is a lot of competition out there,” claims Butler. “Casinos are all around us now and many of them offer free concerts and shows. Weather can be devastating as we found out last year,” Torrential rains canceled the entire Saturday program for 2013 and much of the festival. “We’ve never recovered from last year’s weather disaster. Losing Saturday last year just killed us,” Butler said. Some people on the committee talked about moving the music venues to indoor theatres like the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium in Providence. The idea of moving its’ Heritage Fest outside of EP borders wasn’t very pleasing however. The committee also agreed with the notion that local residents are being asked for donations from many groups. “Yes, school sports, church groups, scouting, scholarships, memorials - are all asking for donations in a time when city and state appropriations are low or eliminated,” agreed Butler and all committee members. Although not in agreement on the direction of EP’s Heritage Days, both Rossi and Butler stress that they are motivated by a

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desire to serve a community they love and that they respect each other’s efforts. “I want what is best for this city but think they (Heritage Committee) need to change some things,” said Rossi. While carefully making sure to stay positive, Butler thanked city officials for their support. “I’ve given this lots of thought but at times I feel that this volunteer effort gets zilch for support,” he sighed. “We all love our city and will do our best,” he said. But a strong difference of opinion remains. “I don’t think some of the committee listens to new ideas too well,” said Rossi. “Is this a control issue?” asks Butler. “Mrs. Rossi has been to Heritage Days. She has helped us. Last year I asked her for city help, as we once had. Let’s talk, please call me I said. I never got that call,” said Butler. “I’m ready to help,” claims Rossi. “But the committee must be willing to change,” she said.

End of the Line?

Butler was asked if this could possibly be the last year for Heritage Days in East Providence. With committee members nodding in agreement, Butler said “we will meet after this years’ festival is over and have that discussion. I don’t know. What more do you want for $5.00?” he said. Admission is $5 on Friday and Sunday and $10 on Saturday. Children under 12 are free accompanied by an adult. All those who come within the first two hours on Saturday and Sunday will be admitted free. “At the end of the day, as long as my name is associated with Heritage Days, there will be no politics in this. I would rather walk away, content with what we have done for 34 years, rather than do anything less,” said Clarence “Junior” Butler. “I hope it’s a success but they need to listen to change,” said councilwoman Chrissy Rossi. benjamin grills & britt faulkner

Food vendors pay the committee a flat rate fee to operate a food booth with vendors keeping their proceeds. Others can pay a fee to operate a table or booth. Individuals or groups can support Heritage Days by buying a 3’by 3’ sign which is displayed during the weekend. “We feel that we have reached out as much as possible. We have taken ads, issued press releases, developed a web site. Early sometime in June we will be featured on the Rhode Show television program advertising our event. There isn’t too much that we haven’t tried to peak interest,” lamented Butler.

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EPHS Boys Volleyball finished the regular season in 2nd place with an 8-8 record. The Townies had some impressive wins last month against Barrington, Hendricken twice, LaSalle, Cranston East, Pilgrim and Exeter West Greenwich. East Providence began Division 1 quarterfinal playoff action against South Kingstown at home on May 29th. It wasn’t the Townies night. South Kingstown easily handled an inconsistent EP squad by beating the Townies 25-20, 25-18 and 25-18 for the shutout. “We were up and down all season and got outplayed tonight,” said Head Coach Keith Martinous after the match. “We didn’t block well and SK was faster and quicker than us,” he said. Indeed the Townies made several hitting errors and were generally outplayed at the net. At times EP showed flashes of rallying with some good dinks and strong volleys. But each Townie rally was stymied quickly by SK. East Providence came out pretty strong at the start but SK quickly took control of the games’ momentum. “We didn’t play well enough to win,” said Martinous, “but we worked hard and we’ll try again next year,” he said. EPHS Softball finished the season in 3rd place with an 11-5 record. The Townies defeated Cumberland, Coventry, BayView, Warwick Vets and TollGate during May. The Lady Townies played a first round playoff game on May 29th. but never got on track as they were upset by Mount St. Charles 8-1. Mount had 7 hits in the game to East Providence’s 6 hits but the Townies couldn’t muster up much offense. EPHS Baseball finished in 1st place for the regular season with a 14-2 record. EP received the number one playoff seed as they faced Tiverton at Pierce Stadium in the championship bracket. The Townies Keith Grant, Collin Costa, Jasiah Hatch and Marc Lavalley all received first team all division awards. CJ Woods also was a first team recipient of the Cy Young award. Mike Allienello, Kyle Marquis and Tyler Lockard all received 2nd team all-division honors. In defeating Warwick Vets in their last regular season game, EP was led by pitcher Keith Grant who struck out nine and only allowed three hits as the Townies won 5-1. In an earlier game EP avenged an earlier loss from Central High in a 12-1 Townie win against the Knights. Mike Allienello had 3 hits and scored 3 runs to add to his 3 game RBI’s. Colin Costa lofted a three run home run to cement the victory. continued on next page...

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Despite a dominating performance on the track, the boys outdoor track & field finished second in the Eastern Division Championship meet. The outcome of the thrilling meet which was held on Monday, May 12, 2014 at Barrington High School was not decided until the final event of the day, the Javelin. Entering the final event the Townies, who were ahead at different points of the competition by over 50 points were clinging to a 13 point lead, Barrington scored 18 points in the final event to win the meet topping the Townies 194-189. Individual winners for the Townies during the Eastern Division Championship were; Ryan Williams in the 100 and 200 Meter, Trystan Casey in the Long Jump and Triple Jump, Alejandro Duarte in the 400 Meter, CJ Hazzard in the 110 Meter High Hurdles, Matt Horton in the 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles, the 4x100 Meter Relay team consisting of Jayden Chase, Alejandro Duarte, Trystan Casey and Ryan Williams, and the 4x400 Meter Relay team consisting of Eddie Andrade, Dan Castillo, Chris Santos and Alejandro Duarte. Many Townies turned in exceptional individual performances during this competition and placed in many events including; Jayden Chase in the 100 Meter and 200 Meter, Paulo Pereira in the 110 Meter High Hurdles, 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles, Long Jump and Triple Jump, CJ Hazzard in the 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles, Matt Horton in the 110 Meter High Hurdles, RaeQuan Kelly in the High Jump, David Ogunronbi in the 200 Meter, 100 Meter and High Jump, DeVante Rose in the High Jump, Paris Sofikitis in the Long Jump, Leon Edmonds in the Shot Put, Dan DeLuca in the 1500 Meter and 800 Meter, Alex Gorman in the 1500 Meter and 3000 Meter, and the 4x800 Meter Relay Team consisting of Dan DeLuca, Dan Castillo, Ryan Benito and Chris Santos. Townies fall just short in defending their State Championship run: The Boys Outdoor Track & Field team continued their two year streak of top ten finishes in major RI State Meet qualifiers by finishing in 4th place at both the Classical Classic and Class A

June 2014 The Reporter Championship. During the Classical Classic held on Saturday May 17, 2014, the following Townies scored by placing in the top six; Ryan Williams 2nd in the 100 Meter and 4th in the 200 Meter, Jayden Chase 6th in the 100 Meter and 3rd in the 200 Meter, Alejandro Duarte 4th in the 400 Meter, Matt Horton 6th in the 110 Meter High Hurdles and 3rd in the 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles, the 4x100 Meter Relay team consisting of Jayden Chase, Trystan Casey, Alejandro Duarte and Ryan Williams 5th, the 4x400 Meter Relay team consisting of Chris Santos, Eddie Andrade, Dan Castillo and Matt Horton 4th, the 4x800 Meter Relay consisting of Chris Santos, Dan Castillo, Dan DeLuca and Alex Gorman 4th, Trystan Casey 4th in the Long Jump and 1st in the Triple Jump, Paulo Pereira 3rd in the Long Jump and 6th in ther Triple jump, Leon Edmonds 5th in the Shot Put. The following boys placed in the Sophomore 800 Meter; Jordan Amado and Mason Reis. The following boys placed in the Sophomore 1500 Meter; John Braga and Brett Tierney. During the Class A Championship the following Townies scored by placing in the top six; Alejandro Duarte 4th in both the Long Jump and 400 Meter, Matt Horton 2nd in the 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles and 4th in the 110 Meter High Hurdles, CJ Hazzard 6th in the 110 Meter High Hurdles, the 4x100 Meter Relay team consisting of Jayden Chase, Alejandro Duarte, Tristan Casey and Ryan Williams 4th, the 4x400 Meter Relay team consisting of Chris Santos, Matt Horton, Dan Castillo and Alejandro Duarte 4th, the 4x800 Meter Relay team consisting of Chris Santos, Dan Castillo, Dan DeLuca and Alex Gorman 5th, David Ogunronbi 5th in the High Jump, Leon Edmonds 5th in the Shot Put, Paulo Pereira 4th in the Triple Jump and 6th in the Long Jump, Tristan Casey 1st in the Triple Jump. - Bob Lyons blog.

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U12 East Providence Oceaneers Boys Team Plays In Pennsylvania Tournament Left: Shown in the Picture (from left to right): Organization President-Joe Oliveira,PlayersJesus Guarcas, Nathan Flor, Ryan Moniz, Eithan Emond, Joshua Demacedo, Mason Clarke, Cesar Meletz, Kerin Murillo, Pauly Moura, Andre Vieira and Head Coach Joe Moniz. (Missing from the picture, Assistant Coach Manny Demacedo).

Soccer tryouts! E.P. Oceaneers Competitive Soccer Tryouts Boys and Girls ages 6-16.

Dates: Monday, June 23, 2014, & Tuesday June 24, 2014 from 6:00pm until 7:30pm Location: Martin Middle School, 111 Brown Street, East Providence

Join the Action! Ride the Tide with EP Oceaneers! Volunteers needed.

For more information please call Joe Oliveira at 401-699-2587 or email epoceaneers@gmail.com

While most of us were enjoying cookouts and parades over the Memorial Day weekend, the U12 Anchor Boys soccer team from East Providence Oceaneers qualified and played in the 2014 Region I President’s Cup in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. This is the first time that a team from East Providence has ever played in this prestigious regional tournament against the best teams in their age group from Maine down to Virginia. The boys played to a draw against a Connecticut & a Maryland team, 5-5 & 2-2, on Saturday. On Sunday, they played a very good team from Delaware and lost, 4-0. Although, the boys did not advance from their bracket, it was an experience that will never be forgotten. Coach Moniz was quoted as saying, “I’m very proud of my boys for their commitment, determination and effort that they have put together since they played in U8’s. This is an indication that the Oceaneers are able to develop players and have their teams compete against top competition from other states”. The Oceaneers would like to thank all the players, families and sponsors for their continued contributions through-out the year. epoceaneers@gmail.com

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SCHOOL NEWS Saint Margaret School Participates in Marathon Monday

Students and family members form Saint Margaret School participated and raised over $500 in a team “Marathon” Monday, May 5, 2014 to help support the Martin Richards Foundation. Martin, an 8 year old boy was one of the 3 persons killed at the Boston Marathon bombings. The Martin Richard Charitable Foundation honors Martin’s message of “No more hurting people - peace” by investing in education, athletics and community. Photo by Trish Harrington

Martin Middle School Wrapping Up Another School Year

June has arrived and with it comes the end of some things and the beginning of others. We like to salute our 8th grade students who will be leaving us at the end of the month for their high school careers and we wish them the very best future and we thank them for their efforts to improve our school over these past three years. Part of the 8th grade farewell includes Martin’s 6th annual trip to Philadelphia. The trip offers students’ exposure to Valley Forge, the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall and other historic sites around the City of Brotherly Love. This year the trip includes a stop at the Eastern State Penitentiary, the oldest penitentiary in the country. There are 79 students attending the trip this year, which will take place from June 10th through June 12th. Social Studies teacher, Glen Salgueiro has been running the trip since 2009 with the purpose of giving students hands-on experience at some of our nation’s most important historical sites. Eighth grade Presidential Award recipients will be recognized at the MMS Honor’s Night on Tuesday, June 17th. Over fifty students will be presented awards for their outstanding academic excellence over their tenure at Martin. The 8th grade Class Party will take

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later in the week with a barbeque, class rock painting, photo booth, and dance to culminate their last week in middle school. Martin was well-represented among winners and the honorably mentioned of the 2014 Day of Portugal Calendar Art Contest. Winning students’ artwork will be featured on a month of the 2015 Bilingual Lusophone Calendar and Martin had three students achieving that honor: Victoria Alden, Lucas Alvernaz, and Leann Chanthavong. All three were recognized at the Day of Portugal Ceremonies held at the State House on May 30th. Martin students who received Honorable Mention include Madison Turner, Kyle Desmarais, Sabrina Roias, Briana Carvalheira. All students and their teacher, Edite Rodrigues should be congratulated for their outstanding work! Through the support of Friends of Townie Athletics, Martin is holding a Sports Awards Night to recognize our student-athletes on Monday, June 9th. Friends of Townie Athletics will be providing ice cream to the students and their families attending, while each team’s members receive citations. We like to thank all those who help to bring back middle school sports. It has had a positive on the culture of the building. Martin Teams saw success throughout the year with the return of Cross Country in the Fall, followed by a Winter Season of Wrestling, Boys’ & Girls’ Basketball. This Spring saw the return of Boys’ & Girls’ Track & Field with both teams finishing 2nd in the Eastern division. Both our Baseball and Softball Squads finished their season with playoff berths. No games were bigger than when Martin met Riverside on the playing fields and the Wildcats were able to secure the mythical “Principal’s Cup” this year with sweeping victories in Wrestling, Boys’ Basketball, Girls’ Basketball, Boys’ & Girls’ Track & Field. The Wildcats and Vikings split their season series in Baseball and Softball. Finally, we like to thank Alan Shawn Feinstein and the Feinstein Foundation for their recent gift of $1,500 to our school for our efforts to help each other both in our school and out in the community. In the past two years, the Feinstein Foundation has gifted $21,000 to the school to help support many of our initiatives.

Theater Is Alive And Well at E.R. Martin Middle School

Martin Theatre Company continues to promote theater activities and performances for students in East Providence. The program began in 1996 by Ms. J. de Perla and Mrs. Susan Tullson, with a school wide talent show in the fall followed by a three act play in the late spring. That format continued for a few years also adding the expertise of Mrs. Kathie Rietheimer who provided photographic expertise and Theresa Brousseau who prepared the programs and made sure that all students got show T-shirts. The program has continued to evolve and now provides four theater events per year. In the fall both middle and high school students join to prepare a show which is held at E.R. Martin Middle School. This is directed by two high school teachers and has a pre-performance provided by one of the elementary schools and their “Pee Wee Players”. This is followed by a school wide talent show promoted by the music department and a middle school play in the late spring which also has a pre-performance show by one of the other elementary schools. There are very many teachers and community members who have volunteered their time for the students over the years – too many to mention here. However, due to their ongoing support this year’s program has been unique in many ways. The fall show “2222 The Zombie Apocalypse” was directed by Ms. Jessica Poore and Mr. Geoffrey Higginbotham and included students from both middle and high school. The pre-show, “Alex in Wonderland” was performed by the Pee Wee Players of Hennessey School and was directed by Ally Maroto and Amanda Brousseau This is

an ongoing program which was the brainchild of Lacy Rego for her senior project several years earlier. Ally Maroto and Amanda Brousseau have continued reaching out to elementary schools to provide this theater experience for younger students. As they are graduating this year, they have recruited two other EP students, Cassie Marques and Kassie Reakes, who have now directed the spring Pee Wee Players from Kent Heights School in their version of “Alice In Wonderland.” This theater program is now benefiting from the experience and love of theater that were instilled in two middle school students when they were 6th grade participants. Scott Brousseau and Lacy Rego are “graduates” of the Martin Theatre Company program and are currently attending Roger Williams University and Rhode Island College respectively. They are directing the spring play which includes middle school students only. This year’s show is “Under Jekyll’s Hyde” – of course a variation on the same Jekyll and Hyde story that has been so popular for so many years.

Students Learn How To Manage Their Personal Finances In The Real World At Navigant Credit Union’s 5th Annual Cu 4 Reality™ Financial Education Fair

EAST PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND (May 14, 2014) - Over 200 seventh grade students from Edward R. Martin Middle School participated in the 5th Annual CU4 Reality™ Financial Education Fair that was hosted at this school on Wednesday, May 14, 2014, The CU4 Reality™ Financial Education Program/Fair was developed to complement the middle school’s financial education initiative for students. During the school year, credit union representatives conducted monthly presentations in the classroom on topics to help the students increase their understanding of the importance of managing their personal finances in order to be prepared for the financial challenges and lifestyle decisions they will face as young adults.

Martin Middle School 2014 Financial Education Fair: left to right: Frank DeVall, Principal, Martin Middle School, Mayor James Briden, City of East Providence; Kelley Schimmel, Marketing Coordinator; Navigant CU, Chris DerVartanian, SVP/CRO, Navigant CU; Randall Sacilotto, VP of Business & Community Development, Navigant CU; Heather Hudson, Outreach Director, Office of General Treasurer Gina Raimondo; Timothy Conley, East Providence School Committee, and Senator Daniel DaPonte, City of East Providence

June 2014 The Reporter Sponsored by Navigant Credit Union, the CU4 Reality™ Financial Education Fair is the culminating event that places the students through a realistic budgeting experience allowing them to make a series of spending decisions based on their selected career and corresponding net monthly income. During the Fair, the students practiced the skills they learned in the classroom and participated as consumers by meeting with representatives from Navigant Credit Union, Best Buy, Capital Good Fund, Donahue Models and Talent, Donovan Travel, Elmwood Dodge, Kathleen’s Avon Boutique, Liberty Mutual, Newman YMCA, RE/MAX River’s Edge, RISPCA, Serve Rhode Island, Stop and Shop, and other business volunteers. Chris DerVartanian, Senior Vice President/Chief Risk Officer of Navigant Credit Union, said, “The credit union is pleased to sponsor this financial literacy initiative at Martin Middle School, and the CU4 Reality™ Fair is the cornerstone of the program that helps the students to build confidence in making sound financial decisions in the future.” The opening remarks were delivered by the Principal of Martin Middle School, Frank DeVall. “It is great to see the collaboration between the credit union and our social studies department to allow this program to take place. We are glad to have this program in our school to afford our students the opportunity to become strong financial advisers to their future incomes” said DeVall. The Fair was attended by the participating teachers and invited guests from the state and community that included Heather Hudson of General Treasurer Gina Raimondo’s Office, Mayor James Briden, Senator Daniel DaPonte, Council Woman Christine Rossi, and School Committee Representatives Joel Monteiro and Timothy Conley. Navigant Credit Union, established in 1915 under the name of “La Credit Union de Notre Dame de Central Falls and in the early 1920’s as Credit Union Central Falls, is among the largest credit unions in Rhode Island with over one billion dollars in assets and currently serves over 63,000 members with 13 branch locations in Riverside, Rumford, Smithfield, Greenville, Central Falls, Cumberland, Chepachet, Lincoln, Manville, Pawtucket, Warren and Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

Raymond Hill Memorial, Robert E. Harrison Memorial, and Tara Wallace Scholarships. Ten families sponsored new book awards (donations of $100$150 which supplement scholarships) this year: Barbosa Family, Friends of Joel Monteiro, Guerra Family, Hazen S. Jezierny, Jerry and Patsy Goad, Lambert Family, Machevich Family, Nicini Family, Richard Martin Family and Robert Estrella Family. Nine East Providence schools, from elementary to high school, continued to participate in Dress Down Days and made their contributions during the phone-a-thon, raising nearly $9,000. Students in the National Honor Society at East Providence High School and college students who were past scholarship recipients and their families took part in the fundraising event. East Providence High School alumni made calls to fellow classmates. Representatives of community groups and board members of CSF of East Providence joined in contacting thousands of East Providence residents. “We appreciate the continuing support of Nordson EFD, an East Providence company,” stated Scholarship Foundation’s President Peter Barilla. The phone-a-thon is held at their Catamore Boulevard facility and the company provides phone access, postage and refreshments for volunteers. Contributions are still being accepted, although the deadline has passed for matching funds. Local residents who have not yet sent in their pledge or who did not receive a phone call can send their check payable to SF of East Providence to P.O. Box 154438, East Providence, RI 02915.

Scholarship Phone-A-Thon Raises Nearly $92,000

Never underestimate the power of a phone call. Ninety students from East Providence will receive $1000 scholarships this year thanks to a successful phone-a-thon by Scholarship Foundation of East Providence that topped their $90,000 goal. Seventy-five volunteers spent two evenings in March making calls to East Providence residents and raised nearly $47,000. In honor of the volunteer scholarship group’s 45th anniversary, the Carter Family Charitable Trust matched the first $45,000 received. The total amount of nearly $92,000 will be awarded as scholarships in June to students from East Providence. Phone-a-thon Chairman Louise Paiva thanked local residents, businesses and organizations for their generosity. Scholarship Foundation of East Providence has conducted a phone-a-thon each spring since 1995. The amount of scholarships awarded from phone-a-thon contributions in the last two decades totals more than 1.5 million dollars. “We are grateful to East Providence residents for their continuing support of higher education for East Providence students,” she said. Fourteen new scholarships were established through the phone-a-thon, including: City Hall and East Providence School Department Support Staffs, Debra and Roger St. Pierre, DellaRosa Family, Dollie Middlebrook, East Providence Education Secretaries Association Memorial, Florence Perry Memorial, Frank Gaboury Memorial, Frank Vollaro Memorial, Raymond Johnson Jr. Memorial, Michael and Virginia Sollitto Memorial, Noella Paiva Memorial,

East Providence High School seniors Ally Lima, Madeleine Carroll, Shawn DaRosa and Meghan Ghazal thank the community for their support.

Paul Farias and past recipients Courtney Estrella, Kimberly Hordern and Ashley Santos, all Rhode Island College students, helped Scholarship Foundation of East Providence surpass their $90,000 goal.

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The Silver Spring Elementary School Science Fair was held on Monday April 14, 2014

National Honor Society President Evan Browning led the East Providence High School volunteers, including Gabrielle Grillo.

Emma G. Whiteknact Elementary Arts Diversity Night and EcoFair

Emma G. Whiteknact Elementary School celebrated the cultural and biodiversity of the community May 16 at its Arts Diversity Night and EcoFair. For the third year, Whiteknact families shared favorite dishes from cultures all over the world, from spicy Indian chickpeas to creamy Guatemalan custard, heavenly Dominican wedding cake, and Grandma’s Italian meatballs. Neighborhood restaurants donated local flavor, from hot wieners to Portuguese gallina chicken. The community was also treated to the school’s first EcoFair featuring student projects and artwork for Cornell Labor of Ornithology Project Feeder Watch. This year each Whiteknact student was a Citizen Scientist who tracked bird species at the school bird feeders. (Doves, Juncos and especially the Downy Woodpeckers showed up almost every day.) Students collected data from November to April and sent it to a national database from all over the United States and Canada. The students were so excited about their bird friends that Whiteknact hopes to secure support for an end-of-the-year Bird Assembly with the Audobon Society. Please send donations to the Whiteknact PTA, 261 Grosvernor Avenue East Providence, 02914.

The fourth grade winners were: First Place- Grant Wosencroft (pictured) Second Place- Isabella Furtado Third Place- Tabitha Russell

The fifth grade winners were: First Place- Marisa Silva (pictured) Second Place- Rocco Wolfe Third Place- Sydney Ribeiro

Bay View Academy Student Earns EEP Scholarship From Rhode Island College East Providence, RI – Alexandra Krause, a Bay View Academy senior from East Providence, has been awarded a scholarship based on her performance in Rhode Island College’s Early Enrollment Program (EEP). Bay View’s EEP partnership with Rhode Island College allows students to take college level classes while still in high school, earning them college credit. Alexandra was one of only three students chosen from Rhode Island and Massachusetts for the $1,000 scholarship, which is renewable for three years provided she maintains a 3.0 GPA. According to the acknowledgement email from the Associate Directors of EEP at Rhode Island College, Marianne Gianfrancesco and Susan Poor, “This year we selected three recipients from among a list of academically strong applicants. Students’ qualifications were impressive, both in and out of the classroom!”

Alexandra Krause

Bay View Academy Students Earn National Recognition For Excellence In Spanish

East Providence, RI – Several Bay View Academy World Languages students attained national recognition for excellent performance on the 2014 National Spanish Examinations, earning a total of total of four silver and fourteen bronze medals, along with nineteen honorable mentions. “Attaining a medal or honorable mention for any student on the National Spanish Examinations is very prestigious,” said Kevin Cessna-Buscemi, National Director of the Exams, “because the exams are the largest of their kind in the United States with over 156,000 students participating in 2014.” Students from Bay View Academy have a long history of high achievement on these exams. They are taught by Spanish teachers Rachel Barrer, Virginia Davis, Pam Farmer and Vera Keller in the Upper School and Elisabete Teixeira in the Middle School. The National Spanish Examinations are administered each year in grades six through twelve, and are sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. This year 105 Bay View students from grades eight through twelve accepted the challenge and took the National Spanish Exam in April. Student Name City/Town State Award Grade Kailey Williams East Providence RI Silver 8 Arabella DiSanto East Providence RI Honorable Mention 9 Delia Sosa East Providence RI Silver 11 Jalynne Ovales-Cardanny East Providence RI Bronze 8 CyAnne Mitchell East Providence RI Honorable Mention 9 Vanessa Botelho East Providence RI Honorable Mention 9 Amelia Brown Seekonk MA Bronze 9

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Changes at a Small Nursery

We Invite You to Visit us at Tranquil Lake Nursery

A year ago Tranquil Lake Nursery in Rehoboth came under new ownership, while the land was preserved forever for future gardeners, horticulturists and farmers. In June of 2013, Warren Leach and Philip Boucher, partners in the business for twenty-eight years, signed paperwork with the Mass. Department of Agricultural Resources to put a permanent agricultural preservation covenant on the land, so that it can never be developed and must be farmed. At the same time, in conjunction with the agricultural preservation, Warren Leach and Debi Hogan, horticulturist and wife, bought Philâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s share of the business, becoming the new owners of the nursery that they have nurtured together for so long. Warren and Debi started making the commitment to preserving the land three years ago, when faced with the real possibility that the dissolution of the partnership would require that this lovely farm would be sold for house lots. As they looked out at the enchantingly beautiful gardens and fields of flowers along with the idyllic pastures and woodlands along the river, they felt that it was important to find a way to preserve the land. They explored options, ultimately joining forces with the Rehoboth Land Trust, The Trustees of Reservations and the Massachusetts Department of Agriculture Resources to make the agricultural covenant possible. The nursery farmland is valuable for its agricultural, horticultural and environmental qualities. It resides on twenty-two pastoral acres of stone-free soil bordered by the pristine Palmer River. It historically existed as rural open space and sustained some form of agriculture, as the iconic, stone farm walls bear witness. The daylily and iris nursery was started in 1970 by ardent plant collector and dye chemist, Charles Trommer and wife Edy, a Rehoboth school teacher. In 1986, horticulturists Warren Leach and Philip Boucher bought the nursery and expanded the business in horticultural breadth, offering a diversity of container plants as well as distinctive landscape design. While Phil oversaw the daylily and iris fields, Warren managed the landscape design business and also built the display gardens, adding a new garden or garden feature every year. These gardens provided visitors with the opportunity to learn as they explored mixed borders of shrubs and perennials, water gardens, permanent containers, mosaic paths, distinguished mature dwarf conifers, ornamental vegetables, herbs, tender perennials along with an assortment of hand-made garden structures. The diversity of wildlife that abounds on the site is another captivating and important element of the nursery. Visitors are attracted to the families of bluebirds, orioles, swallows, waxwings, hummingbirds and herons, as well as the many other birds that are readily viewed in the fields and gardens, including the hawks overhead. The ponds offer regular sitings of turtles, frogs and goldfish including leopard frogs, sun turtles and box turtles. The gardens and fields also provide an amazing site for viewing all kinds of insects pollinators. Lightning bugs ignite the fields in June and dozens of butterflies are regularly seen feeding on the flowers. Down by the river and irrigation pond, the clear waters teem with native fish. We are now working to preserve the daylily and iris collection as well as the display gardens as we plan for the future. We are also keeping the rich agricultural history and environmental diversity of the land in mind. Last year, we worked to cut back encroaching field edges and remove noxious plant pests. The iris collection was saved and transplanted. The former iris field is now being rejuvenated with cover crops in anticipation of an edible production crop, perhaps asparagus! We began to reclaim a fallow field and are exploring the possibility of a CSA for food crops or other collaborations. Tranquil Lake Nursery is a small local business with deep roots in the community. We also need the support of the community to expand and thrive. We are devoted to sharing our horticultural knowledge and passions and invite you to partake in our mission of horticulture and environmental stewardship. We hope that you will visit soon and see the changes that are taking place. Enjoy the eight acres of daylily and iris fields, wander through the two acres of display gardens and take in the wildlife and natural resources. Tranquil Lake Nursery is open Thursday to Sunday from 9 to 5. The nursery is located at 45 River Street in Rehoboth just off Route 44 or at www.tranquillake.com.

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East Providence Public Libraries East Providence Library Locations www.eastprovidencelibrary.org Weaver Memorial Library 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 401-434-2453 Monday - Thursday 9-8; Friday & Saturday 9-5 Riverside Branch Library 475 Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside, RI 401-433-4877 Monday – Thursday 9-8; Friday & Saturday 10-5

Monday Night at the Movies at the Weaver Library

Mondays, June 16th, June 23rd, June 30th Mark your calendars now for free award-winning movies in June! Each film will begin at 6:30pm and be shown in the Champlin Program Room. June 16th 12 Years A Slave, rated R; 136 minutes June 23rd Gravity, rated PG-13; 91 minutes June 30th Monuments Men, rated PG-13; 118 minutes

Adult Summer Reading Program!

Co-Author of Swim that Rock Jay Primiano to Kick Off Summer Reading Program

Registration begins Thursday, June 26, 2014 9 -8pm Adults are invited to participate in the 2014 Adult Summer Reading Program “Literary Elements” at the Weaver and Riverside Libraries! Relax, take a vacation and catch up on your reading. Read what you want, when you want and submit a brief review for weekly prizes and to be entered into the Grand Prize drawing. See www.eastprovidencelibrary.org for details or pick up the summer reading forms in the libraries. Register on the 26th and join us at 6:30pm that evening for a talk by Swim that Rock author Jay Primiano and be eligible for a prize drawing!

June Computer Classes

All classes are free and are held at the Weaver Library, 64 Bourne Street, East Providence unless otherwise indicated. See dates and sessions at www.reportertoday.com. To register, call 434-2453 or email dhobday.epl@gmail.com.

Technology Drop In sessions

Stop by to get help with your device, the ezone, to set up an email or to ask questions. No registration required. See schedule at www.reportertoday.com

JUNE TEEN PROGRAMS

(Programs are for ages 10 + unless otherwise noted.)

COMMUNITY SERVICE @ Weaver Earn community service credit for high school or confirmation. Monday, June 9th, 3-5pm; Wednesday, June 25th, 5:30-7:30pm; Friday, June 27th, 2:30-4:30pm @ Riverside: Saturday, June 7th, 10am - noon

YOUR ORBIT @ Weaver

The after school boredom cure for anyone who likes creativity and amusement! Possible activities include zine making, vinyl listening, comic drawing, book discussing, green screen shooting, joke telling, and creative writing. Monday, June 16th, 3:30-4:30pm (For grades 5-12)

TEEN TUESDAYS @ Riverside TEEN THURSDAYS @ Weaver

Laptops, music, games. After school on Tuesdays.

READ DOWN YOUR FINES

Youth 16 and under can reduce their overdue fines by reading in the library. Tell a librarian when you start reading. 30 minutes of reading = $1 waived.

JUNE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN BOOKS ARE WINGS PARTY

Wednesday, June 18, 5:30-7:30 @WEAVER FREE books for kids, Providence Dancing Cop performance at 6:00 - Face Painting, Refreshments, East Providence Police ID Kits, Fun for the whole family!

SUMMER READING

Report your summer reading at the library to earn prizes & FREE passes to museums, farms, and other local fun spots. Two lucky East Providence readers will each win four tickets to a Pawsox game and be entered to win a trip for four to Walt Disney World.

ALL DAY SUMMER KICK OFF

Thursday, June 26 @WEAVER & RIVERSIDE, Fun for all ages! Spend some time investigating a variety of hands-on science stations.

CRAFTS

Wednesdays, 11:00, all ages @RIVERSIDE July 2 – Jelly Fish Creations – Make a model of this fascinating creature.; July 9 – LEGO Robots – Build a robot or other creation to display in the library

THEATER WORKSHOPS

July 7 - August 6; Mon., Tues., & Wed., 9:30-12 @WEAVER Two performances at Weaver: Tues., Aug. 5, 6:30pm & Wed., Aug. 6, 10:30am; For kids entering grades 3-8 REGISTER: 434-2453 Theater Fun! Five weeks of sessions with meetings three mornings a week. Participants will learn and practice many aspects of theater work, from character development to props, scenery and make-up. There will be two performances for family, friends, and the public. Directed by Judy De Perla, Martin Middle School teacher and theater specialist

WEEKLY STORYTIMES - July 3 - August 7

No advance registration is necessary. Storytimes include stories, songs, music and dance Thursdays, 10:00am, ages 2 – 6 @WEAVER

MAD SCIENCE

Tuesday, July 8, 2:00 @WEAVER Ages 4+ A fun filled “edu-taining” performance

SUMMER READING BUDDIES

The library matches volunteers, age 13-adult, with younger children to read together for one hour each week at the library. Call the Weaver Library for more information.

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East Providence Senior Center News Highlights

East Bay Center Ask A Lawyer Blood Pressure Clinic Caregiver’s Support RI Oranizing Project Podiatrist Blood Pressure Clinic Red Hats SNAP (Food Stamps) InSight Smart Driving Course East Bay Center Blood Pressure Clinic Advocare Health Care RSVP Board Meeting Advisory Board Diabetes Support Computer Assistance

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Smart Driving Course Monday, June 23rd Wednesday 11:30am

AARP introduces a new “Smart Driver Program”. Formerly, “AARP Driver Safety”, the new curriculum contains the latest research & industry insights and exciting new topics. The new workbook contents are participant friendly and easy to follow. The associated program video has been re-formatted and includes interviews with experts.

Bocce Ball

Tuesdays 9:30am

A game can be conducted between two players, or two teams of two, three, or four. A match is started by a randomly chosen side being given the opportunity to throw a smaller ball, the jack, from one end of the court to the far end of the court. The side that first attempted to place the jack is given the opportunity to bowl first. Once the first bowl has taken place, the other side has the opportunity to bowl. From then on, the side which does not have the ball closest to the jack has a chance to bowl, up until one side or the other has used their four balls. At that point, the other side bowls its remaining balls. The team with the closest ball to the jack is the only team that can score points in any frame. The scoring team receives one point for each of their balls that is closer to the jack than the closest ball of the other team. Players are permitted to throw the ball in the air using an underarm action. This is generally used to knock either the jack or another ball away to attain a more favorable position.

610 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914

Phone 435-7800 Dining Room 435-7872 Fax 435-7803 The mission of the east providence senior center is to assist, inform and enrich the lives of all persons 55 years of age and older or disabled persons in the East Providence area

Tuesdays in our Lobby 10:30—Noon

Ask A Lawyer Tuesday, June 10th RI Organization Project Tuesday, June 17th

The state of Rhode Island is developing a new plan for seniors and disabled adults who are on both Medicare and Medicaid (Integrated Care Initiative). The Rhode Island Organizing Project (RIOP) will be working to insure that Rhode Island’s new integrated care plan for Medicare and Medicaid leads to improved health care for seniors and disabled adults. Your stories and experiences are an important way of ensuring that the health care services under the new integrated care plan meets the needs of elders and disabled adults. RIOP has been working for two years to have more resources devoted to community based programs like Meals on Wheels, Senior Centers, and Respite Care for caregivers. RIOP will work to insure that the state of Rhode Island’s new integrated care plan leads to increased investment in community based programs that help elders and disabled adults stay in their homes. Examples of community based programs include safe and affordable housing, good transportation, home health care, etc. RIOP will be reaching out to the community groups, churches, senior centers and community organizations and agencies that serve seniors and disabled adults to listen to people’s stories. We want to hear how the state of Rhode Island’s new integrated care plan for Medicare and Medicaid is affecting people’s health care and access to community based services.

Advocare Health Care

Tuesday, June 24th In-home personalized care for adults.

FOR YOUR HEALTH

Diabetes Outpatient Education Classes

Your Health Insurance will cover one complete 4 day session per year. Classes are taught by Certified Nurses, Dietitians, and Pharmacists. Learn the skills to successfully manage your diabetes and meet others with this disease. You are not alone! Please contact the center’s health office at 435-7800, Ext. 6 with any questions and to register. Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required.

Diabetes Myths and Facts

Not everything you hear about diabetes is true. Here are some myths you may hearand the facts you should know. Myth 1: “Diabetes is a one-way street to bad health problems.” Fact: You can go in another direction! If you follow your diabetes care plan, you can often delay or prevent problems that may result if your diabetes is not controlled well. Myth 2: “It’s your own fault that you have diabetes.” Fact: Diabetes is not anyone’s fault. No one, at this point in time, knows what causes diabetes. Your food choices and activity level can play a role in your blood sugar control. But it’s not the whole story. Do not waste your time blaming yourself for developing diabetes, spend your time learning how you can control it and live a healthier life. Myth 3: “If I have to take insulin. My diabetes must be really bad.” Fact: This is not true. Everyone with Type 1 diabetes needs to take insulin to control their diabetes. And many people with Type 2 diabetes may also need to take insulin to control their diabetes. There is no one type of diabetes that is worse than another, the only bad thing may be that people diagnosed with diabetes may never learn how they can control their disease before complications occur. Education, knowledge and taking the right actions are the keys to living well with diabetes. Coping with changes to your health can be difficult. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, pre-diabetes or any other health problem, usually small changes to your normal routine may need to be made to cope effectively. Change is part of life when you have diabetes or any new health challenge. Count on your healthcare team for support and education to make small changes that will keep you in the best health possible. Below are some tips that may help you make small changes in your healthcare plan; Accept that change is part of life, especially life with diabetes. Sometimes just realizing this fact can help you accept and deal with change in a positive way. If more medicine is needed, to keep your diabetes balanced, you may really benefit from checking back with your healthcare support team to see if any other changes

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might also help in achieving your goals. You may want to look at your activity level and your eating habits. Whether you’re working on blood pressure, lipid levels, weight loss or blood sugar goals, it is important to set small, realistic goals. Don’t forget to reward yourself when you achieve a goal for all the effort you have made towards achieving it. Join a support group. Change is usually easier to manage when you know that you’re not alone. If diabetes or pre-diabetes is your health challenge check out the East Providence Senior Center’s Diabetes Support Group. It meets at the Center every 4th Thursday from 1:00-2:30 pm and we discuss a new topic every month. Call the EPSC Health office for more information; 401-435-7800 EXT 6

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Reiki Master 9:30 - Noon

Carole Caprio is available for 30 minutes /$15.00 or 60 minutes /$30.00 Reiki sessions Thursday mornings beginning at 9:30. Reiki is a profoundly simple hands-on technique that assists one in their ability to reduce pain, heal injuries, regain balance, increase energy, enhance the immune system, reduce stress and tension, and promote physical and emotional well-being. It is safe, peaceful, and relaxing. To schedule an appointment, please call Carole @ 861-3675. For more information, please visit Carole’s website at http://www.indepthhealing.abmp.com.

Women and Infants Hospital

Family Van Program is a community outreach program dedicated to preventative health screenings and health education. They will visit the center Tuesday, June 3rdfrom 9-12pm. The screenings will consist of total cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressures. The screenings are free of charge and completely confidential.

Blood Pressure Clinics 10:30am

Waterview Villa Wednesday, June 11th; Evergreen House Thursday, June 19th; Hattie Ide Chaffee Tuesday, June 24th

Mediation • Fridays 11am

Waterview Villa Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is a 132 bed facility that offers the following: • Physical • Occupational • Speech Therapies • IV Therapies • Enteral Nutrition and Hydration • Wound/Post Surgical Care • Tracheostomy Care • Ostomy Care • Cox TV and Wi-Fi Services • Telephone Services Central Air Conditioning • Private Bathroom in all Resident Rooms

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Have you ever thought you would like to learn to meditate? Would you like more information on the health benefits of meditation? Ann Marie Sabula RD and Ellen Frazier lead a weekly meditation group at the senior center on Friday mornings @ 11 am. This program is free and open to all members.

Looking for Resources?

Are you looking for information regarding statewide senior housing, assisted living facilities, adult day centers or local nursing facilities? Please see Ellen Frazier in the Administration Office for more information or call 435-7873. Other resources available are Living Will documents, Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare and more.

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On the last Monday of every month, two students from MTTI career training school will assist any member with computer questions. These volunteers will try to resolve your computer problems, and help you with a computer course you may be taking. The students will be in the computer lab.

Support Groups Diabetes Support • 1:00pm - 2:00pm 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 • 10:30am Quit for Health 11:30am This support group is held the third Women: Monday each month. The sessions offer Want to Quit Smoking in 2014? support and sharing with others who are caring for loved ones. The Quit for Health research study is a 12-week program with strategies to Stroke Club • 1:30pm - 3:00pm help you quit smoking, such as exercise and the nicotine patch. The Stroke Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month and provides • Must be 18-65 and not a regular exerciser • We provide 10 weeks entertainment, education, support, social• Must be female and generally healthy of the nicotine patch and ization, refreshments, and transportation for compensation up to $593 • Must be able to attend 3 times per week stroke survivors and their caregivers. In-Sight Support • 12:45pm - 3:00pm Call 877-688-4247 to see if you qualify! In-Sight offers programs and support in You can also find us online at: www.quitwithbrown.org/our-projects and scroll down to the Quit productive living for the vision impaired. The for Health study for more information and a link to answer our screening questions online. group meets the 3rd Friday of every month. Managed by Athena Health Care Systems

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Weddings, Engagements &Anniversaries Jessica L. Cahoon and Peter H. Chaffee Married

Jessica L. Cahoon and Peter H. Chaffee, both of Riverside were married on May 3, 2014 by the Reverand Mother Susan Wrathall of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Warwick. The outdoor ceremony and reception were both held at Alpine Country Club in Cranston. The bride is the daughter of Steven and Robin Cahoon of Warwick. She is a 2006 graduate of Warwick Veterans Memorial High School. She is also a 2010 and 2014 graduate of Rhode Island College with a B.A. and M.Ed. in Elementary Education. She currently works as a substitute teacher. The groom is the son of Steven and Sandra Chaffee of Barrington. He is a 2006 graduate of Pomfret School in Connecticut. He is also a 2010 graduate of Northeastern University with a B.S. in Business with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and Management Information Systems. He works as a Project Manager and Estimator for Chaffee Industrial Roofing of East Providence. Tracy Sousa acted as the maid of honor. Kelly Cahoon (sister-in-law of the bride), Kaitlyn Hertless, Regina Kazyulina, Valerie Herman and Sarah Swanson acted as bridesmaids. Rose DiSandro acted as Junior Bridesmaid. Emilee Rocchio acted as flower girl. Daniel McGarry, Michael Martin and Michael Pereira acted as bridesmen. Kirill Shubin acted as the best man. Bradford and Benjamin Chaffee (brothers of the groom), Steven Cahoon Jr. (brother of the bride), Alexander Zinn and Christopher Martin acted as groomsmen. Brandon Allamby and James Peckham acted as ushers. Zachari Rocchio acted as ringbearer. The couple share a home and a dog in Riverside!

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Beautiful June the gateway to summer! Spring flowers have bloomed. Gardens are planted. Farmer’s Markets are teeming with fresh herbs, veggies and fruits. One of my favorite fruits from this time of year are blueberries. I love blueberries! These sweet little treasures contain dietary fiber, minerals, vitamins, and pigment anti-oxidants all beneficial to health and wellness. Fresh wild berries are at their best from June until August when the harvest season begins in Michigan and Maine in USA and from Quebec province in Canada. I grew up in Central New York along the Mohawk Valley, just outside of the Southern Adirondack Park, which was originally part of the Mohawk Nation. There are hundreds Pick up only, expires 7/15/14 of fresh water lakes to enjoy throughout the area. Growing up a favorite place to canoe was Hinckley Lake located on the outskirts of the Adirondack Park. We would spend afternoons quietly gliding along the calm silky water enjoying birdsongs and fish jumping. But the sweetest treat was one of the little islands throughout the lake. These are what I call “Camping Islands” not much bigger than a nice campsite with shade trees and a little 2777 Pawtucket Ave. space to walk around. This one particular Island was filled with wild blueberries. Beautiful East Providence, RI 02914 perfectly ripe wild blueberries! It was like Nature saying, “You wanna see something really cool?” We hadn’t even gotten out of the canoe yet and were picking them right from the 401-434-8345 shore. Needless to say we lingered on this little Island for a while, devouring a lunch of wild blueberries, watching the sun dancing on the water and between the leaves of our shade trees. Chefs often lament an experience with taste and scent that has left an indelible impression. I’ve have a few. Yet that special experience of the day discovering wild blueberries will always stay with me. This was eatable art created by Earth, Nature and blessed by God. A beautiful gift. Whether you use domestic or wild; blueberries are great raw, dried, or cooked. Try the Fresh Blueberry Sauce, use it on Jonnycakes, french toast, ice cream, scrambled eggs, so easy and great to have on hand. I would also like to shared one of my favorite We are Now Open 7 days a week recipes, the Rustic Blueberry Tart with Cornmeal Crust. Cooking for dinner, Open at 4:30 the berries at a low temperature for a longer time basically slow roasts the berries and they take on an elegant texture and flavor Open at noon for lunch Saturday and Sundays that makes this simple easy treat appropriate for any occasion. You can contact me at PLAYWITHFOODTODAY@gmail.com or 82 Hillside Ave., Rehoboth MA on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PWYFCatering.

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FRESH BLUEBERRY SAUCE

1 cup water ¾ cup sugar 1 cup fresh blueberries 1 teaspoon butter 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Combine 1 cup water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly. Add blueberries and remaining ingredients to pan; return to boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook 4 minutes or until berries pop, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Use chilled over ice cream or pound cake or use warm over pancakes, waffles or French toast.

RUSTIC BLUEBERRY TART WITH CORNMEAL CRUST

Pastry: 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (about 7 ¾ ounces) 1/3 cup sugar ¼ cornmeal ¼ teaspoon salt 1/3 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces 1/3 cup fat-free buttermilk Filling: 5 cups blueberries ½ cup sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons fat-free milk 1 large egg white 1 ½ tablespoons turbinado sugar To prepare pastry, lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients (through salt) in a food processor; pulse two times. Add butter to flour mixture; pulse 4 to 5 times or until mixture resembles course meal. With processor on slowly add buttermilk until dough forms a ball. If you are making without the food processor; add mix dry ingredients, then cut in butter until mixture resembles course meal, mix in buttermilk until dough forms a ball, do not over mix. Gently press dough into a 4-inch circle plastic wrap; cover. Chill 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Unwrap and place dough on a sheet of parchment paper. Roll dough into a 15-inch circle. Place dough and parchment on a baking sheet. To prepare filling; combine berries and next 3 ingredients (through juice) in a medium bowl; toss gently to coat. Arrange berry mixture in center of dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold edges of dough toward center, pressing gently to seal (dough will only partially cover berry mixture). Combine milk and egg white in a small bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Brush dough with milk mixture, sprinkle turbinado sugar evenly over dough. Bake for one hour or until pastry is golden brown. Let stand 30 minutes; cut into wedges. Top with whipped cream if you like.

Newman YMCA

Summer is right around the corner... make Camp Wamsutta the camp destination of choice for your children! Camp Wamsutta is nestled in the heart of Seekonk, located on the grounds of the Newman YMCA. With large fields for sports and games, a mile long fully accessible nature trail that winds through the woods, a full archery range, daily swim and caring experienced camp counselors, Camp Wamsutta has everything that a child needs for an amazing summer experience! Camp Tenderfoot is a full or half day camp designed for your preschooler! This camp gives your mini- camper an opportunity to experience camp like the older kids but on their age appropriate level. They will participate in traditional camp activities like swimming, recreation, arts and crafts, songs, nature trails and more. Camp Tenderfoot will also give the campers an opportunity for a rest time to rejuvenate. Campers are encouraged to bring a blanket. Traditional Camps offer school-age children the opportunity to experience everything that Camp Wamsutta has to offer. Camps engage in fun-filled age appropriate activities. Each afternoon, campers will be able to choose from many exciting programs in our new choice-based model. Some of the exciting afternoon programs are Lego Engineering, Fitness, Nature, Gardening, Dance, Service Learning Projects, Creative Arts and much more! Mad Science Camp will bring out the scientist in every camper! Campers will have the opportunity to discover the world of science through hands-on projects and experiments. Theater and Musical Theater Camp sets the stage for future actors, actresses, stage hands and costume designers! The campers will learn role playing, set design, theater direction and improvisation. Musical Theater campers will learn to explore music and its integration with theater. Campers are encouraged to get imaginative with costume design, make new friends and rejoin old friends. Each session will end with a production for family and friends. On The Road Camp is not your ordinary camp; each day brings a new adventure with exciting challenges and places to explore! On the Road is geared for children ages 11- 14. Campers will take part in a variety of activities including creative arts, outdoor games, swimming, workshops, biking, fishing and adventurous field trips across the state. Campers are asked to sign up for two weeks. Counselors in Training is a program designed for for young adults, ages 16 and over to grow and develop the skills needed to work with children. This four week program is designed to provide participants the opportunity to learn and practice the skills they need to be successful youth workers. Interested teens must apply and interview to be accepted into the program. Applications can be obtained online at gpymca.org/newman or by contacting the camp director. All applicants must be 16 years old by June 1 and have successfully completed their sophomore year in high school. Trailblazers Program is a full-inclusion camp designed for children in grades 2 through 8, who have been identified through their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) as having social, emotional, physical and educational needs. Trailblazers is offered weeks 2-8. Camp day is 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Please contact Karen Rebello at krebello@gpymca.org for additional information. Newman’s Dance Workshop will offer campers the opportunity to have fun while learning some of the coolest dance moves from professional instructors. Dancers are taught all forms of dance including Hip Hop, Acro, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Irish Step and more. Dancers will prepare for an end-of-session performance which includes creating costumes, preparing hair, make-up and nails to match dance themes. Daily transportation is provided from the Newman Y to the Shooting Stars School of Dance. For more information contact Ashlee Bourque, Arts and Humanities Director at shootingstars@gpymca.org Whether you are considering the Traditional Camp or one of our Specialty Camps, summer camp at the Y is filled with fun, adventure, excitement and new friends. Our Y camps are based on the YMCA values: Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. We strive to nurture campers in a challenging and supportive environment where their safety and well-being are top priority. All programs are directed by full-time YMCA professionals and staffed with dedicated and dynamic leaders chosen for their maturity, patience and genuine interest in working with children. Y-staff are well trained to ensure a safe and secure environment for every camper and every camp counselor. For additional information about Camp Wamsutta; sessions, pricing, times or to register please check out the website at www.gpymca.org For more specific information about Camp Wamsutta please contact Camp Director, Ajia Watson at awatson@gpymca.org

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IN MEMORIAM John M. Pavao, age 88, of Plaza Drive, Riverside, died April 28, 2014. Josephine P. (Pavao) Marshall, 87, of Springfield, Oregon passed away March 15, 2013 of Sepsis. Irene R. “Renee” (Furtado) Davis, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Miriam Hospital. Jennie Fraschetti, 95 of Riverside died on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. Elaine R. Fratus, 83, of Leigh Lane, Riverside, died peacefully at home on May 1, 2014 with her caregiver niece, Mary Bishop. Stanley E. Hedberg, 80 of Riverside passed away Friday at Berkshire Place. John Lamberton, 89 of Unity Avenue, died Thursday May 1, 2014 at Waterview Villa Health Center. Maria Ana Pacheco, 91, of William Ave., died peacefully surrounded by her family, Thursday, May 1, 2014 at the Chestnut Terrace Nursing Center. Frank R. Vieira, 57 of James Street, died Friday, May 2, 2014 at his home. Richard P. Carvalho, Jr., age 50, died April 29, 2014. Albert J. Andrade, 91, of Rumford died Sunday morning, May 4, 2014 at RI Hospital. Thomas J. “T.J.” Motta, 31, of Barnes Road, Harrisville passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. Ethel M. Powers, 92, of Riverside, died peacefully on May 5, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Jose L. Lopes, 89 of Grassmere Avenue, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2014 at Waterview Villa. Diamantino Pereira, 95, of Forest Avenue, Riverside died peacefully on May 6, 2014 at Evergreen House surrounded by his loving family.

Raymond G. Corriveau, age 67, of Riverside, RI formerly of Swansea, MA passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2014 in Rhode Island Hospital after a brief illness. Orson W. Black, 74, husband of Cynthia H. (Reynolds), died on May 10’th. Edna Marie Fisher “Evening Star” Rawlings, 93, of Rumford, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at Summit Commons. Marie J. (Porraro) Grammas, age 78, of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and a native of Providence, Rhode Island passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2014. Manuel “Jr.” Silvia, Jr., 89, passed on May 7th. Jeremiah “Jerry” A. Sullivan, 91, of Rumford passed away on Thursday, May 8th surrounded by his loving family. Catherine “Rena” (McConnell) Williams, 90, of Riverside, passed away on May 5, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Home & Hospice Center, surrounded by her loving family. Rose M. Woods, 41, passed away Friday, May 9, 2014. Natalie A. Hagan, Born August 1, 1934 and went to be with her Lord and Savior on 11 May 2014, with her loving family surrounding her at her daughters house on Mother’s Day, a fitting tribute. Donald A. Thomas, entered eternal life on Friday, May 9, 2014. Sister Mary Karen Daley, 69, formerly Sister Mary John Leone, a Sister of Mercy and a retired health care worker passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2014, while hospitalized in Providence. Gerald R. Wheeler, age 49, of Brown Street, East Providence, died unexpectedly on Sunday, May 11, 2014, at Kent County Memorial Hospital. Jacqueline (Thompson) Rock, 84, formerly of Fenwick Road, Riverside, died peacefully on May 13, 2014 surrounded by her loving family.

Lidia R. Tavares, 94, formerly of Heath Street died on Friday, May 16, 2014 at Waterview Villa. Elizabeth Catherine “Sherry” Woodcome, 93, of Rumford, RI, passed away in Worcester, Massachusetts on May 16, 2014 in the company of her loving family. Andrew A. DeSimone, of Rumford passed away on May 14, 2014 at home. Robert J. “BFD” “Sparky” Mastrangelo, age 69, of Rumford passed on May 18, 2014 surrounded by his family. James P. Pizzi, 66, of Woodward St, East Providence, died May 19, 2014 at Evergreen House surrounded by his loving family. Adelina R. (Pereira) Tavares, 82, of Bristol Avenue, Riverside, died unexpectedly on May 20, 2014. Joan S. Potter, of Rumford, died peacefully on Saturday, May 17th, 2014 at the age of 88. Daniel Pereira, 80, of No. County St., died peacefully in his sleep early Thursday morning, May 22, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. Grace M. Francis, 91 passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at Waterview Villa. Frank R. Tameo, 89, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. Yvonne B. (Chapdelaine) Martin, passed peacefully on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at the Orchard View Manor in East Providence. Lester E. Grinnings, Jr., 72, of Riverside passed away on Friday, May 23, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. Eleanor M. Aldrich, 88 of Howland Avenue passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. Benda Jackson, 101, of Ridge Drive passed away on Monday, May 26, 2014 at her home. Manuel C. Vierra, Jr., age 87, of Wellington St., died May 26, 2014 at the Miriam Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

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JUNE BUSINESS DIRECTORY Appliance Repairs CJS / Statewide Appliance Repair 35 Attorney Elizabeth Cuzzone 26 Auto Body Fogarty Auto Body 29 Auto Body Tri Star Autobody, Inc. 20 Auto Repairs Metric Motors 19 Auto Repairs New England Tire 2 Auto Repairs Somerset Chrysler Jeep 39 Auto Repairs Somerset Subaru - Max Motors, Inc 27 Bakery Crugnale Bakery 14 Bank Coastway Community Bank 23 Basketball One On One Basketball Camp 43 Bike Shop Your Bike Shop 40 Building Contractor A.J. Adams Bldg & Remodeling Co. 46 Chamber of Commerce East Providence Chamber 37 Church MLR Tax Services 27 Collectibles Wexler’s Collectibles 6 Concrete American Mobile Mix Concrete Inc. 36 Consignment Store Yester-day’s News 12 Country Club Hillside Country Club 8 Credit Union Navigant Credit Union 15 Dance Studio Bayside School of Dance 43 Dance Studio Twinkle Toes Dance Studio 40 Dentist Eager Family Dentistry 64 Dentist Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC 31 Dentist Romani Orthodontics 9 Dentist Rumford Dental 17 Dentist Smith Family Dental Associates 24 Events New England Fan Fest 4 38 Fence-Sales/Serv. Foxx Fence 45 Fuel - Oil Al’s Quality Oil Co. 28 Fuel - Oil Savard Energy Services 17 Fuel - Oil Dupuis Oil 9 Funeral Home Perry/McStay Funeral Home 30 Garden Center Tranquil Lake Nursery Inc. 53 Golf Rehoboth Country Club, Inc. 44 Golf Club Segregansett Country Club 40 Hair Salon Shear Image Salon 19 Handyman Just In Time Handyman Service 6 Health & Fitness YMCA - Newman 42 Heating Service Larry’s Heating & A.C. 36 Home Improvements Almeida Home Improvements 20 Home Improvements John Rico Home Improvements 13 Home Improvements Mark Koussa Carpentry 29 Home Improvements Professional Property Maintenance 48

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So if you're ready to buy or sell, Call Mateus Realty today at 434-8399. Luis Mateus (401) 368-2403 Jeff Mateus (401) 447-9459

EAST PROVIDENCE - Seekonk Line!! 2 Family, 2 Brs each, prch, partially finished basement, modern kitchens, new gas boilers / hw tanks, siding, replacement windows, upgraded electric, separate utilities, garages, barn 12,900sf lot on dead end. $179,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Brightridge!! Clean 4 units (2) 2 Brs (2) 1 Br remodeled in the 80's, siding, young roof, gas boilers and hw tanks; Upgraded electric, separate utilities, ample parking, appliances. $319,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Centrally located 2/3 Br Bungalow, some updates, upgraded electric, potential for 2 car garage. $89,000

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EAST PROVIDENCE - Short Sale!! Centrally located 4 Br, 1 1/2 bath cottage, dining, deck, young roof, replacement windows. $119,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Centrally located!! 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Ranch with great potential!! Mbr/lav, hw's, gas heat 7000+ sf corner lot. $139,900

riverside - Perfect condo alternative!! Close to water, bike path, marina & Haines Park!! New plumbing, heat & electric. Replacement windows, siding, breezeway, deck, garages, corner lot. $169,900

Pam Reis (401) 368-2402 Maria Correia (401) 556-2957 Cecilia Duarte (401) 450-9044

EAST PROVIDENCE - Kent Gardens!! Custom built 3 Br, 2 1/2 bath Raised Ranch, LR/FP, FR/FP, MBR/LAV, Jacuzzi, partially finished basement, cathedrals, central air, garage, 10,000+ sf lot on dead end st. $249,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Warren Ave!! Single Family home with 3100+ sf of living space and professional possibilities!! 3 Brs, 2 1/2 baths, dining, FR, office, siding, brick. $179,900

EAST PROVIDENCE -Kent Heights!! Estate Sale!! 3 Br, 2 bath, Colonial with possible buildable lot!! Dining, FR, siding, replacement windows, upgraded electric, garages, 23,000+ sf lot. $244,900

East Providence - Brightridge!! 4 units (2) 2 Brs (2) 1 Br, vinyl siding, replacement windows, appliances, gas heat/hw, upgraded electric, 3 car garage, ample parking. $269,900

WEST WARWICK - Fairview!! Must see interior!! Remodeled 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Colonial, dining, office, new kitchen & baths, granite, tile, lg rms, high ceilings, siding, replacement windows, sliders, patio, garage, 8000+sf lot, $209,900

434-8399 FALAMOS PORTUGUES â&#x20AC;˘ FAX # 435-3401

582 Warren Avenue â&#x20AC;˘ East Providence, RI 02914

RIVERSIDE - Waddington!! 3 Br, 2 bath Cape, young roof, gas boiler & Hw tank. Upgraded electric, replacement windows, sliders off Br to deck, fireplace, hw's, garage. $169,900.

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