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East Providence News Briefs By Bob Rodericks
Residents Spar with Council Members
The city council meeting of January 19, 2016 pitted some of the city’s most active social bloggers and resident critics of city council actions. City resident Jason Desrosiers has been highly critical of the three council members who were granted medical benefits as part of a compensation package. Thomas Rose, Helder Cunha and Tim Conley had accepted the benefit from former City Manager Paul Lemont. Conley has since said he no longer will accept the coverage. “How did former manager Lemont justify granting health benefits to council members without any documentation,” asked Desrosiers. “This benefit for part time elected officials doesn’t help taxpayers. Process matters. This was done with no discussion. The public was kept out of the process. It was done at taxpayer expense,” he continued. “Wait,” said Ward 2 councilman Helder Cunha. “Taxpayer? Where do you live?” When Desrosiers gave his Riverside address, Cunha shot back - “Isn’t that Tom Riley’s house? So you pay rent to him and he pays the taxes,” Cunha said to Desrosiers. “Correct,” answered Desrosiers as Cunha then said, “You don’t pay taxes.” Riley is also a frequent critic of city council decisions. “You don’t have to be a homeowner to speak. I pay car taxes, meal taxes and state taxes - all of which go to the city,” Desrosiers said. “Your health benefits cost more than your stipend according to the budget,” Desrosiers continued. “Yes, that is correct,” was Cunha’s reply. “We were offered it and we took it,” he added. “And I believe that was an unethical decision on your part,” said Desrosiers. “That’s your opinion. We looked into that to see if it was kosher ,” answered Cunha. “I’m asking that you rescind this ordinance (for health benefits) and allocate that money for city infrastructure repairs or other priorities,” stated Desrosiers. “Every dollar counts.” “You know what, I wish there were more of you that would come up here and give such a great speech with positive stuff,” said Cunha. “That would be fantastic. But it’s week after week after week the same people come up here with negative stuff. It’s sickening, come up here with positive stuff. Think we’re here to steal, it’s disgusting,” said Cunha. “The City of East Providence is doing $250 million worth of private construction,” said Mayor Tom Rose. “A lot of this has to do with this council being up here voting on those things. People say businesses are empty. That’s because others are buying them. The new owners of Fox Toyota will be spending millions on new construction. Goodyear and Firestone buildings will have new owners. Each and every member of this council has worked harder on this city than any other council we’ve had before,” Rose stated adamantly. “You’ll be impressed with what’s coming aboard,” said Cunha. “It’s behind the scenes, things we can’t present yet.” “This is all great,” answered Desrosiers, “but it doesn’t negate what I said before.” Scott Scienzo and Candy Seel also addressed the council in opposition to the matter of council benefits. “I sat astounded watching your rules of procedures which you only enforce when it’s to your advantage. There was a council resolution #9 but really two versions were seen. One version included language which gave the city council health benefits. There remains a mystery where this all came from. I’ve emailed the city manager and Mayor Tom Rose with questions and I never got an answer,” said Seel. “I didn’t get a response, yet Mr. Kirby gave a 25 minute response tonight to a question on this. You complain about public tone of speakers here yet that should go for both sides,” said Seel. “You can’t berate the public on their tone when they speak.” “I apologize for not getting back to you,” Kirby told Mrs. Seel. “I have been called a keyboard warrior by some on this council. Well that’s how we get our word out. Thousands are on line,” Scott Scienzo told the council. “I have a list of complaints,” he said. Scienzo went on to question the council on several areas from council resolutions to budget expenses. “The council approved a resolution that gave yourselves health benefits and there are two versions of a resolution out there. I was told the resolution that included council health benefits was an error,” said Scienzo. In an earlier blog Scienzo wrote: “Time to put an end to the foolishness coming out of City Hall.” Hinting at more problems to come, Mayor Rose said “There are a lot more serious problems coming up. Things from outside areas where attacks are being made on the city council. You know, it’ll come up,” the Mayor said without elaboration. Stay tuned.
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City Council – School Committee Discourse
The on-again off-again cordial relationship between some on the city council and school committee, took a turn away from cordiality during the city council meeting of January 19. Ward Three councilman and Mayor Tom Rose appeared upset with recent actions of the school committee. At its’ meeting in January the school committee accepted Superintendent Kathryn Crowley’s recommendation to ratify contracts for school principals and district administrators. This didn’t sit well with Mayor Rose. “I put this (contracts) on the docket for a few different reasons,” said Rose. “At our last meeting with the school committee the council said we’ll do our due diligence as far as helping them out with the heating, etc. at the high school. Their last meeting they gave out a bunch of contracts. How many contracts did they give out? I’ve also heard about surpluses. I want it doubly confirmed that they (school dept.) have a $5.4 to $5.6 million surplus,” added Rose. “When we get picked apart on council spending I think we should put all our cards on the table. If we’re attacked on budget spending they also need to follow their budget,” said an agitated Rose. “When I was on the School Committee I never supported separate employee contracts,” said Ward Four councilman and former member of the school committee Tim Conley. “I think some in management need them but the average taxpayer doesn’t have a contract.” Added Conley. “The surplus on the school side is certainly a result of the exit plan coming out of the state budget commission,” responded School Committee chairman Charles Tsonos. “Because the budget commission took over and settled all employee contracts at once, we are now faced with their expiration at the same time. It is prudent fiscal management to plan ahead for negotiations with teachers and all other groups. The lack of planning in the past caused us to reach the budget problems we experienced,” said Tsonos. “This will be the first contract negotiations in 5 years. They (contracts) will all expire in 2017. We have to plan for this and can’t just shoot from the hip. Our budgets are always audited, any prior surpluses are known. The only contracts the mayor has referred to are for our school principals and a few central office administrators. The Superintendent recommended and we agreed that building principals will now get individual contracts instead of one agreement covering all of them,” explained Tsonos. “We are the last city to move toward individual contracts for school principals. Most, not all, received 3 year contracts. We’ve had bad contracts in the past that didn’t help with budgeting and other aspects of running schools. Now people are individually accountable.” “There really isn’t a surplus that is free to use,” said Tsonos. “The surplus is pretty much slotted for obligated expenses. There are pension and other operating costs and items that can’t be ignored like it was in the past. Our surplus is pretty much programmed and the Superintendent will develop an outline for the council that will show specifics,” said Tsonos.
Not Hiding Money
“Nobody is “hiding” $5.4 million,” said school committee member Joel Monteiro. Monteiro and some on the school committee have been at odds with city funding procedures for education. “That figure is the cumulative of a few years of surplus monies,” said Monteiro. The monies that sit in this account have been publicly ear-marked for several things, mostly facilities projects that have been delayed for several reasons, one being the turnover of Facilities Directors created by the City’s action to de-consolidate that department. I’ve never known the School Committee to be tough to get answers from, we will continue to work with the city council to serve the best interests of students,” Monteiro added.
City Waterfront Getting Attention
During the January 19th city council meeting, members of the relatively new East Providence Arts Council (EPAC) asked that the City “partner” with EPAC’s submission of a community grant from the Rhode Island Foundation. Arts council chairman, Rick Lawson said that they would like to use an unbuildable piece of land at the foot of Warren Avenue and Waterfront Way to construct an art culture. “Grants are available up to $15,000 and we feel our Waterfront area down there is promising. The Tockwotton center, the East Providence Yacht Club and other small parks all help to make this an ideal area,” Lawson said. “There are many people interested in the Arts and we have local people who can work on projects like this,” Lawson added. “We are a private nonprofit 501c3 organization and we are always looking for folks to join our cause in making East Providence a thriving arts community.” Lawson said that no one can build on the vacant lot, which is now strewn with weeds and accumulates windblown debris. Lawson said that the group is also looking for a permanent home to operate from and possibly host live concerts and art exhibits. He suggested the former Union Primary school on Pawtucket Avenue in Rumford, now vacant. The arts council website has information for those looking to join their committee. “EPAC is made up of enthusiastic residents of the city working to create a thriving Arts Community. Our goals include vibrant art displays created by artists and members of the community in our public spaces. A yearly Music and Arts Festival. Various events throughout the year showcasing artists and bringing the community out to support them. Helping create an environment for theatrical and dance performances. Working with local businesses that provide live entertainment and allow art displays by helping promote their business and the various shows they put on.” Lawson said he believes that support of the arts can become an economic driver for the city.” Vice-chair Courtney Repoza also addressed the group. Rick Lawson is the council Chair, Courtney Repoza is Vice Chair, Jade Sisti is Secretary. Other members are Bill Hurley, Annette Mozzoni, Eileen Socha, Jennifer Fonseca, Jennifer Gillooly Cahoon, Karen Orsi, Philip Zexter and Jeanne Boyle.
Joint Meeting on EPHS Infrastructure Needs
After meeting for more than two hours in a special workshop, the East Providence City Council and School Committee agreed that something must be done to address the needs of the 63 year old East Providence High School. Recently the school experienced problems with heating pipes leaking underneath the school which led to some boiler shutdowns. Unfortunately the mishaps occurred during a cold spell right after December vacation as students and staff returned to a frigid building. “We certainly consider the situation at hand to be at an emergency level,” Superintendent of schools Kathryn Crowley told the both elective boards on Monday night. “Tonight is a working session between the city council and school committee,” said Mayor Tom Rose. “This has been an issue for almost 30 years. It’s not to blame the people here, but we can work to make it (high school physical issues) better. “We should start by fixing the heating system and then address other needs. Do we continue to repair or build a new school,” asked Rose. “For now we still have to fix things,” he added. The meeting was sparsely attended with mostly school administrators and a couple of teachers present. “It’s great to see the Superintendent and staff here. This is a vital issue to our community,” said school board chairman Charles Tsonos. “I also want to thank the City Manager and City Council for their cooperation. We can’t do this alone. We are at a crossroads and we need to move forward together,” said Tsonos.
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Is It time For a Change?
I am writing in regards to January 19th, 2016 city council meeting. After watching just a small portion of the meeting, I hope the residents of East Providence are ready to flush out our current politicians. In the beginning of the meeting, Scott Scienzo went up for public comment. The council protocol for public comment was that no one sitting on the board was to address the speaker. Yet several times, during Scott’s limited time slot, he was interrupted during his speech. Later in the meeting, Jason Desrosiers went up during discussion, about the topic of health benefits for council members. This is the same topic that Scott brought up during public comment. Right off the bat, Mr. Cunha attacked Jason on the stand. When Jason spoke, Mr. Cunha re-asked him his residential address. When Jason answered, Mr. Cunha said “Isn’t that Mr. Riley’s property? So you rent.” The fact that Mr. Cunha had an immediate answer, tells me he went out of his way to prepare to verbally attack Jason before he made his speech. Jason made a point just because he rents, doesn’t mean he doesn’t pay taxes. If he eats at a restaurant in East Providence, he pays the additional 1% tax. He also pays state tax, and also car tax that benefits the city. Mr. Cunha stated he was embarrassed by cartoons drawn up, and remarks from people. He also said he is sick of listening to people complaining week after week. Maybe if Mr. Cunha got off Facebook, and addressed his constituents concerns, instead of doing research on how to attack people, maybe there would be fewer complaints. Residents need to start asking themselves if they want a politician representing them when some have no respect for renters and spend more time stalking their constituents’ personal lives, rather than better it. When you run for office, you should expect to deal with public backlash. If you can’t handle it, get out of the office. June Coan Riverside, RI
Pleased With The Joint Session
I commend the City Council and School Committee on the Joint Session held on January 11th. I was especially pleased by Ward 3 School Committee Member Nate Cahoon’s suggestion of providing an update of the five-year school capital plan created in 2013. Well crafted plans are based on wise choices between different options with the use of limited resources. Applying this concept when devising a multi-year plan for our high school will help us prioritize and facilitate a much desired result for East Providence. The Joint Sessions this year are essential. Jim Briden Rumford
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I had read with great interest the Article on WPRI’s Facebook Page about: “A 198page report on Rhode Island’s economic woes is out today - with a detailed diagnosis of how the state ended up in its current situation and ideas on how to turn things around.” After living all my 63 years in Rhode Island this SADDENS me to no end! I had seen this coming back in the mid 90s when I had lost my job of 25 years due to an OFF the job injury helping my Mother around the yard after my Father had died in the Spring of 95 and was hard pressed to find a REAL JOB THEN while I was in my mid 40s. BOTH of our sons have since LEFT Rhode Island because there is NO Work to SUPPORT A FAMILY. As it is we had to do the same so as of TODAY ... 01/19/2016 ... It has been ONE MONTH EXACTLY since we left Riverside and the State to live with our younger son and his family because being RETIRED we no longer could afford to live in Riverside, Rhode Island!!! The VOTERS have ONLY continued on next page...
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The Joseph Silva Memorial Foundation is proud to announce their 1st Anniversary as an official foundation. It has been quite a busy and exciting year with promises of great things throughout 2016. The support and donations provided helped us accomplish great achievements. The Joseph Silva Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization that has been created to carry out the charitable works that Joseph Silva achieved during his lifetime. We successfully executed several fundraisers that helped us honor our commitment to helping the most vulnerable at need children in the State of Rhode Island by providing opportunities and resources that they may otherwise not experience and we work daily “Enhancing the lives of children…one child at a time.” This was only successful with the help of our committee, friends, supporters and generous donors that believe in the work we are doing and are helping us continue to achieve success. It would be almost impossible to name every supporter, donor, business and local and state officials who have been and continue to help us but each know whom they are and I guarantee we couldn’t do this without everyone’s help and support. On the evening of Saturday December 12th, 2015 at the East Providence Knights of Columbus Council #1528 located at 3200 Pawtucket Avenue we proudly hosted a room filled of people wanting to celebrate the upcoming Christmas holiday and spread the Christmas joy & spirit while collecting toys and raising money for charity. It was the 3rd Annual Joseph Silva Memorial Christmas Toy Drive Dinner and many people turned out for a worthy cause and a fun holiday evening of giving. The late Joseph Silva had been running this event and toy drive for over 20 years and the collected items have been donated to Children’s Friend. Now the Joseph Silva Memorial Foundation proudly took over the responsibility of this toy drive and dinner and Joe’s daughter Julie and wife Judith oversee the details. In attendance for our event that evening was many brother knights, sister columbiettes, supporters, friends and family members including many dignitaries showing support during the Christmas holiday. Those in attendance ate delicious food provided by Pazi’s Place and enjoyed music provided by Nuno Branco. All of the items collected at this event would help bring the organization closer to reaching their goal this year. Each guest in attendance was asked to bring a New, Unwrapped toy or gift item for a child ages 0-16 years old to be donated to Children’s Friends Holiday Giving Program. We collected over 1,700 items that were distributed to Children’s Friends for Children throughout RI and some local deserving children. By having this opportunity to help Santa we were able to help him continue to make Christmas magic. We are happy to have a close working relationship with Children’s Friend who is an innovative leader in improving the well-being and healthy development of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable young children. They accomplish this by providing flexible, effective, and culturally-relevant services, and advocating for programs and policies that support and strengthen these children and their families. A non-profit organization founded in 1834, Children’s Friend is a leading provider of child welfare, family support, mental health, and youth development services. They believe that providing comprehensive and effective services to vulnerable young children is not only a moral obligation, but also a prudent financial investment for society to make. Across Rhode Island, their staff provides services to help over 30,000 individuals annually. Their vision is that every child in Rhode Island grows and develops in a safe, healthy, loving, and stable family. Thank you to all who donated and attended this event and others we had to help support a lot of deserving children. Always remember no donation is ever too small. Please visit our website at www.joesfoundation.org for more information or email us at joesfoundation@gmail.com
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News Briefs Continued from page 4... While Tsonos offered a promising note of “working together” many of the group’s questions were left somewhat unanswered through the evening. City manager Richard Kirby stated that the joint session was a result of an October meeting when an analytical review of the educational status of the high school was requested. “The discussion went from the funding ratio the schools get from the city to the physical problems of the schools,” said Kirby. “A sub-committee consisting of councilmen Helder Cunha and Tim Conley and school board members Charlie Tsonos and Tony Ferreira met along with city staffers and two citizens,” offered Kirby.
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Kirby described how the group conducted a “one and a half hour walk through of the high school, heard a report on prior repairs, code issues, etc.” Kirby said the group recommends that an independent outside engineering consultant conduct a feasibility study on the high school plant. “The issue of spending more money to fix serious problems versus building a new high school should be professionally addressed,” Kirby added. The group basically agreed that a Request For Proposal or RFP will be developed and sent out immediately. The feasibility study will present the city leaders with an array of information such as timelines, financing, bonding, etc. We’re not qualified to decide on a new building versus fixing the old,” said Kirby. However some officials wanted specific answers on current problems. “Before discussing a new school we need to address problems the school is having at this time,” said ward one councilman Bob Britto. “It’s no big secret,” said ward four councilman Tim Conley who has also served on the school committee. “The high school accreditation was in jeopardy for the sole reason of the physical plant. The school’s academics are fine,” said Conley. “The conversation should be how can we get a new high school in ten years. I don’t want to talk about anything bad, but previous school administrations did not address the issues.” “Our biggest concern with the high school is the cost of new, versus fixing the old,” said ward two councilman Helder Cunha. “Plumbing, electrical, mechanical are big issues. We’re not plumbers and electricians. Certainly we need to invest money in the high school,” Cunha added. The group was advised that a feasibility study would cost between $75,000 and $125,000. “I’ve been under the building. We have rotting pipes under dirt,” said school board member Jessica Beauchaine.
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“We all agreed that we need to check on building a new high school down the road,” said school board member Joel Monteiro. “But for now we know we have immediate needs,” he said. Monteiro pushed the council all evening to commit on how much money, if any, they were prepared to spend on the school’s needs. “Is the city positioned to help us now?” Monteiro repeatedly asked. He didn’t receive a direct answer. “There is serious investment needed no matter what we do.” Much of the night was spent on discussing numbers. Answers were not readily available in any specific form. “Is there a number (cost) to fix the heating problems,” asked Rose. “I know there were boilers replaced in 2010,” he added. “Are we talking two or three hundred thousand or three million dollars?” Rose asked. There was no specific answer. “We have a school committee meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) and we will be looking to start a feasibility study on what we need,” said Superintendent Crowley. “Can we get an estimate for our next meeting,” asked Rose. School officials said that they would do that. Councilwoman-at-large Tracy Capobianco attempted at several points to get a specific timeline on dates and costs. “We are here to support schools and education. There is no way not too,” said Capobianco. “We need the figures.” “We owe it to the city council to draft a 5 year plan. We’ve done something but not everything we need to,” said school board member Nathan Cahoon. “The high school is also one of twelve
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school buildings. We also need to consider the needs of all other schools as well,” said Cahoon. “I’ve worked on and supervised major renovations on schools in four other districts,” said Crowley. “There are serious electrical and plumbing needs. We do need a professional engineering study. We have one science lab, although a great one, for 1500 students. The plumbing system is all clogged, the underground cavern of the school is amazing. There will be asbestos abatement needed, we have duct tape on some window frames to stop drafty windows, we must do something quickly. We have great teachers, it’s the plant that is lacking. In my experience we are talking millions of dollars here. All of the other schools I refer to were not as old as this high school,” Crowley added. Cahoon brought up the thought that should the city consider building two high schools if new building is to occur. “Large districts have more than one school,” Cahoon noted. However school officials point out to long term enrollment projections which continue to show declining or level enrollment census. Much of the discussion ended on the possibility of the city using some of its’ surplus or rainy day fund for immediate repairs at the high school. “There are restrictions on the rainy day fund that don’t allow it to be used for schools,” said Tim Conley. “There are only 4 instances for emergency funding from the rainy day fund and schools are not one of them,” said Conley. “I didn’t write this, it’s the requirement as written.” The rainy day fund that the city must maintain is one percent of budget totals or $10 million. Because the fund has reached $13.2 million there was much discussion on using anything available above $10 million. The city has already earmarked about $2.2 million for capital projects already in the budget. “There is $1 million left over the ten. Can’t we use that for the schools,” asked Capobianco. City officials were hesitant to answer the question but when state overseer Paul Luba was asked, his answer was “yes, get your costs in order first,” said Luba. Tony Ferreira of the school committee asked, “Are we leaving here tonight with any money?” “You’ll know after our next council meeting. We need the school department to give us an estimate and we’ll (council) check on the money,” said Mayor Rose. After the meeting Joel Monteiro was hopeful for a resolution to the high school issues: “The School Dept will immediately seek quotes to address heating needs. The city committed to finding funds, although was a bit unclear on what funds are available. Thank you to Council members Capobianco and Britto for pushing Mayor Rose and his Finance staff for a definitive answer, albeit unsuccessfully. Even they seem unclear on the availability of the surplus. What’s important is that funding was promised. We just don’t know how much,” stated Monteiro.
Educators Impressed with New School Leader
It’s no secret that East Providence teachers and other school employees have been working with low morale for several years. After prior school committees with help from some prior council members worked to make teachers among the lowest paid in New England and slashed benefits, teachers’ morale hit rock bottom. And it wasn’t just the salaries. In general teachers and staff felt they were not respected at all. Many young promising educators left the system and others who wanted to stay were denied promotions and administrative advancement. However there is evidence that morale and Townie Pride has made a big comeback. “This new administration has done more for education in East Providence, in a short time, than the previous administration did during its’ full tenure here,” said veteran high school Social Studies teacher Richard Martin. Martin was praising the efforts of brand new Superintendent of Schools, Kathryn Crowley. He also is pleased with his new principal Shani Wallace.
February 2016 The Reporter “We were chastised for giving our opinions on routine matters, and more. Things are so much better now,” added Martin. Martin, Crowley and Wallace were in a classroom after school discussing educational needs of the school when Martin made it clear how he felt. “I think you have done more for this school since you arrived than either of the past two administrations we’ve had,” Martin told Supt. Crowley. “I want you to know that. I appreciate being listened to and feeling appreciated,” Martin said. Many other teachers and staff have echoed similar sentiments since the school committee hired Kathryn Crowley as Superintendent. “I think people will be very pleased with our appointment of Mrs. Crowley,” school board chairman Charlie Tsonos said after her appointment. “She will approach issues and daily decisions with a professionalism and style that will make people feel good about education,” said Tsonos. Other school committee members also praised Crowley’s appointment as well and it has become obvious that Crowley and Wallace are both scoring major points with the community. Asked how she has been received as an “outsider” in East Providence, Crowley said “wonderful.” I have been widely supported and feel right at home here. Our schools have pledged to work diligently on behalf of our students and the staff has done everything I’ve asked,” she said. “I know about some of the past issues here and we will be a good team I’m sure.” One experienced and respected teacher, Richard Martin is happy. “We went through a tough time and there are scars, but I fully appreciate this new administration and love what I’ve seen.” “Our teachers and staff have always been professional and persevered through some tough years,” said History Teacher and State Representative Gregg Amore. “We’ve never let those problems get in the way of teaching students, but things are much better now with this administration,” said Amore.
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straightened out the heating problem. Understandable of course, but Tony Feola told us today (January 6th) that “our clock tower is all set.” It seems like the inner mechanism of the clock does not like computer changes, in as much as its just your basic clock. “It was off an hour because it doesn’t automatically change to account for daylight savings time, etc.,” explained Feola. So Feola had it fixed the old fashioned way - manually. “I’ll remember now to climb up there a few times a year and adjust it. We’ll keep an eye on it,” he promised. A busy week for Feola, thawing out a frigid high school and saving the Townie Clock Tower. Marty McFly would be proud.
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“Save the Clock Tower!” - That was the famous rally cry in the 1985 movie ‘Back to the Future’ in which Marty McFly is whisked through time. A similar cry, of sorts, has been heard a couple of times in East Providence when it’s famous clock tower also needed repair. The current East Providence High School opened in 1952 replacing the old school on Taunton avenue. That old high school, built in 1884, became the former Central Junior High, now the Edward R. Martin Middle School. Today the old Taunton avenue complex is for elderly housing. When EPHS opened in 1952 it was considered “the showplace of high schools in the Northeast” in a feature article in the old Providence Journal Rhode Islander Sunday magazine. It was one of the first modern high schools in the country with a professional auditorium and a modern cafeteria and large swimming pool with two diving boards. At its’ peak census in 1973 when the school had to go on double sessions, the school had some 2400 students. Census is now at about 1550. When a 1999 bond issue made the school’s new addition possible, it was determined that the iconic clock tower was in danger of crumbling. Bricks began to fall and the area was roped off to avoid injury. Then Superintendent of Schools, Taras Herbowy, didn’t show an initial appetite to fix the tower. Take it down, he figured. But he figured wrong as school board member Millie Morris and others in the community rang out the cry of “Save the Clock Tower”. Some bricks were sold in a short-lived fundraising effort and the city managed to find bond issue funding to demolish and rebuild the clock tower. It is practically an exact replica of its 1952 predecessor. During the recent cold spell school Interim Facilities director, Tony Feola, was busy organizing repairs to the high school’s heating system. A couple of complaints also came in from some that the Clock Tower wasn’t keeping correct time. So the Reporter inquired of Mr. Feola and he said that he would investigate - once they
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Thanks to the generous community support it received TAPIN (Touch A Person In Need) was able to supply holiday meals and gifts to hundreds of East Bay area clients. With winter really settling upon us the agency hopes to continue its exceptional services. Volunteers drive clients to medical appointments as well as staff the agency’s Food Closet, Housewares and Furniture Department, and sort Children’s Clothing. All items are donated and distributed free to clients. The Food Closet which may be accessed every 30 days provides a bag of basic, nutritionally balanced items as well as extras such as coffee, snacks, drinks, toiletries and paper goods. Currently, there is a need for jelly and pork and beans, though any and all non-perishable items are most gratefully accepted. The housewares and linen closets are always in great need of pots, pans, small appliances and sheets, blankets, comforters and towels. During the winter season soup pots and slow cookers are often requested. When donating children’s clothing please be sure items are clean, in good repair and, due to limited space, seasonally appropriate. Volunteers would welcome all donations dropped off during regular office hours of 9 to noon, Mon thru Fri. If those times are not convenient, please call the office at 247-1444 during those hours to make other arrangements. The agency would be happy to accommodate special drop offs, but ask that NO donations be left outside at any time.
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Dylan Carreiro Benefit: “It Wasn’t Just About the Money” By Bob Rodericks
Dylan Carreiro surrounded by family and friends at game in his honor. At 1:40 PM near the close of school for East Providence High on Thursday January 14th, Principal Shani Wallace addressed the 1500 or so students and staff. “I have great and wonderful news to share with you. We come together when we are asked to and I’m pleased to announce that we will present Dylan’s parents with $3,157 at tonight’s game. This is a great message to Dylan. A huge show of support. Thank you for coming through for a fellow Townie,” said Wallace over the school’s intercom. The school had asked everyone to wear purple on Thursday as a show of solidarity for Dylan Carreiro’s benefit game to be played later that evening. Students were also asked to bring in a dollar. Obviously students and staff did that plus more, as the high school donation pushed the eventual fund to over $30,000. As the high school dismissed during a light snow shower, it was going to continue as a “good day” for Dylan and his family. The Carreiros were invited to attend shift change at the East Providence Police station. Police officer and Townie, Patrick Conaty and others had arranged to collect donations from fellow officers. Dylan and family arrived at 4 PM and were greeted by several police officers. “We wanted to show our support for you Dylan and for your family,” said Sergeant Andrew Benoit. “We know you have had a tough situation here and we want you to know we are here for you,” as fellow officers applauded. “Your struggle is our struggle and we want to make a donation that hopefully can help along the way,” said Benoit. “I don’t know what to say to thank you for this,” said Dylan’s Mom Dawn through tear filled eyes. For his part Dylan smiled and hugged Sergeant Benoit, Conaty and the dozen or so officers present. “Thanks guys,” is all a choked up Dylan could muster up. The Carreiro’s next stop was home for a quick rest and then on to the high school for the girls basketball game. Basketball coach Mike Solittro and his volunteer organization ‘Opportunity Knocks’ had arranged for a fundraising event to help Dylan’s family with expenses which have mounted. The crowd started to arrive at 4:30 PM for the intra-city middle school rivalry game between Martin and Riverside. The large crowd enjoyed a great game in which Riverside pulled away with the victory. As Dylan and his family arrived (“we didn’t rest much”) the crowd rose and waves of Dylan! Dylan! chants rolled through the gym. The Carreiro entourage filled an entire section of the bleachers which had been reserved for them by high school Athletic Director, Bob Duarte. Dylan was introduced as an honorary team captain and again a thunderous cheer erupted. Before the game Dylan was
presented with gifts including a special game basketball and an autographed portrait of Red Sox David Ortiz. Martin Middle School 7th grader Jordan Butler inspired the standing room only crowd with her singing of the National Anthem and the game was on. The crowd was asked to keep standing until EP scored its’ first basket, which they did while continually applauding. When the first basket was scored by junior forward Julia Andrade, chants of Dylan! once again rang throughout the refurbished gym. continued on next page...
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After dazzling back to back scores by senior guard, captain Angie Leonardo made the score 20-6, the Townies never looked back. EP defeated Mt. Hope by a score of 48-27. The lady Townies have been playing great basketball of late and Thursday night was more of the same. The overflow crowd seemed to fire up the team and a festive environment was present for the entire game. Leonardo was the game’s leading scorer with 20 points and Shaniah Hazard scored 12 points as EP presented a strong offense and defensive effort. Veteran EPHS athletic fans remarked how they hadn’t seen a crowd in the Townie gym as big, maybe since the 1960’s or 1970’s. “Back in the day when players like EP’s Al Soares and Central’s Marvin Barnes played in those classic battles, I haven’t seen such a crowd, said veteran former athlete, coach and teacher Jim Rose. “This is a nice night.” During halftime students from Sacred Heart school in East Providence played in an exhibition contest as they too raised funds for Dylan. The highlight of the night was also during halftime as coach Mike Solittro made a presentation to Dylan and his family. Gifts were also given to Dylan’s younger sister. “Dylan we are proud of you and tonight all of East Providence takes on your challenge against cancer as our challenge,” said Solittro. Solittro then presented
EP Police make donation to the Carreiro family at the police station before the benefit game. a check to the Carreiro family for $27,500. A moved Carreiro family wiped away tears and stood and embraced each other and event volunteers. But then EPHS Principal Shani Wallace brought down the house with a check for $3,157, pushing the night’s total donation to over $30,000. “Dylan, your school loves and supports you and you are not alone in this battle,” said Wallace. For his part, Dylan said that he “wasn’t feeling nervous but was overwhelmed by everything.” “He has two months of additional chemo left and then we’ll see how he does,” said an emotional Dawn Carreiro. “He is hoping to play baseball this year for the Townies.” Dylan has been receiving home tutoring this year and wants more than ever to return to school. “I appreciate the one on one teaching but I miss the school and my friends,” said Dylan. “I want to get back.” And the community wants him back too. Yes, it wasn’t just about the money. It was about the love and support and Townie Pride.
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EP’s John Carnevale Hikes Mt. Washington to Honor Dylan Places Flag of Support at Top By Bob Rodericks
John Carnevale, an East Providence High School favorite son, entrepreneur and engineer has climbed to the famous summit atop Mt. Washington in New Hampshire to honor ailing EPHS student Dylan Carreiro. Dylan Carreiro, a junior at East Providence High School, has been diagnosed with stage four Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Several in EP are trying to help Dylan’s family raise money for medical bills. As reported elsewhere in this issue, a recent benefit Townie girls basketball game at the high school, provided Dylan’s family with a check for $30,000. John Carnevale joined the well over 1,000 fans in attendance that night to show support for Dylan. “Dylan’s amazing story of resilience, courage, and inspiration has recently sent shock waves through the city of East Providence and across Rhode Island. Dylan has given us all a moment to focus on what is truly important in life, something so beautiful and right. That is, the love and power of Community,” writes John Carnevale. In a message to Dylan, Carnevale said: “Dylan, due to your courage and bravery to continue your fight, you have brought so much light, love, and hope to so many others in need and you have made the City of East Providence a better place. You are a true inspiration for us all! Thank you for truly representing what Townie Pride is all about!”
Carnevale wanted to do more to show his support for the Carreiro family. Carnevale and some friends just finished a “sleep-out and hike” to the top of New Hampshire’s Mt. Washington. Once reaching the top of the frigid, frozen mountain, Carnevale placed a flag emblazoned with the word’s “Dylan’s Fight”. “Dylan, this is for you brother, we truly hope this puts a smile on your face. Keep up your amazing fight and continue to inspire everyone around you and this entire state! This sleep out and summit of a local peak, beautiful Mt Washington, NH via Tuckerman’s Ravine climb, is just a small testament and dedication to your perseverance, determination, and guts in overcoming one of the toughest and most enduring challenges anyone in this life could ever embark on. I spoke on your character and talked about your hard fought journey to beat this disease many times on this trip to some fellow climbers. Needless to say, they were all absolutely amazed, touched, and inspired by your approach to the unthinkable. You are a true HERO to us all and the real definition of a WARRIOR,” continued Carnevale. Thank you for never giving up your fight, just know when times get tough your fight will make it easier for others in need. Hope you enjoy Mount Washington in its finest form... snowy, icy, and beautifully cold. Your flag is flying high Dylan! Peace and love to you and your family brother, JC.” Dylan's Fight flag sits atop Just another day in the charisMt. Washington. matic life of Townie John Carnevale.
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EP Police Rated High by Survey By Bob Bodericks
The East Providence Police received the results of a police community relations evaluation, recently completed by Salve Regina University. Police Chief Christopher Parella released the survey results before the council meeting of January 19, 2016. “Through the Rhode Island police association we participated in this survey. Salve Regina University conducts these surveys and they asked for volunteers. So we offered to get involved. We wanted to know our proficiency and what we need to improve in,” said the police chief. “This is something we’ll be required to do every few years eventually so we decided to start now. We want to hear from the residents of our city how they see the police department.” Professor Robert S. Nutt of Salve Regina supervised and designed a questionnaire with help from Lt. James Nelson of the East Providence Police and Salve law enforcement students. The vision statement included “creating and maintaining a pro-active partnership with our residential and business communities in an effort to enhance public safety and reduce the fear and incidence of crime within the City of East Providence.” The rest of the mission statement said, “the police department’s primary objective is to improve the quality of life in our City by identifying and addressing public safety and community concerns. The police department recognizes the importance of working with the community at large to develop programs to meet this objective and is committed to accomplishing its mission in a professional manner that promotes respect and dignity of all people.” The police department received mostly good grades from respondents who seemed pleased with police services. There was some concern however with residents in two areas - “walking in their neighborhoods at night, with a higher concern for doing so in the Riverside section.” The report hopes to help maintain and create pro-active relationships, enhance public safety and reduce fear and to improve the quality of life. It sees a development of programs to meet citizens needs and accomplish this in a “professional manner that promotes respect and dignity of all people.”
Department Facts and Figures:
•There are 97 sworn police officers in the department •This consists of 3 organizational components: Patrol Division - 55 officers; Detective Division - 17 officers; Services Division - 9 members. There are also 18 civilian employees (12 dispatchers and 6 clerks). Questions were designed to evaluate all aspects of the East Providence Police Department. There were 5,000 randomly selected recipients. 380 questionnaires
were returned within time limit which resulted in a return rate of 8%, which is considered an adequate sample based on population. Questions mirrored the goal of the survey and interviews were conducted at the East Providence Senior Center and by telephone.
EP Household Demographics:
47,331 residents, 20,235 households Average household size 2.29 individuals 82.2% Caucasian, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, 5.8% African American, 4.2% Two or more races, 1.5% Asian, 0.5% Native American Rent/Own 88% of the respondents own their home 9% of the respondents rent 3% of the respondents did not answer Years lived in East Providence 79% more than ten yea rs, 14% from three to ten years, 2% six months to two yea rs, 2% less than six months. 3% of the respondents did not answer Gender 40 % male respondents, 56% female respondents, 4% of the respondents did not answer Children residing in Home 69% surveyed did not have children living at home, 26 % did have children residing in their home, 5% of the respondents did not answer Age of Respondents: 1% Between 15 and 24 years, 2% Between 25 and 35 Years, 13% Between 36 and 49 Years, 78% Between 50 + Years, 6% of respondents did not answer The proficiency of the sworn officers and staff of the EPPD was reflected in an overall 89% approval rating. This category ranged in positive ratings from eighty percent (88%} positive “Helpful”, to ninety percent (90%} positive ratings in the characteristic of “Knowledgeable”. Research in the comments section of the surveys revealed that one East Providence citizen even stated that “the knowledge and integrity and professionalism of this department exceeds beyond expectations. It should be noted that the emphasis that is placed on in service training for the department is reflected in these positive ratings. A total of 357 citizens responded to the question regarding contact with the E P PD, while 21 did not. Of the 379 respondents, 201 or 53% reported that they had contact with the E PP D in the last three years. 156 or 41% reported no formal contact. In regards to time of contact, 232 constituents responded to the question, while 147 did not. Of the 232 responses, 157 or 41% experienced contact during the day. The total amount of respondents that said their encounter was at night was 75 or 20%. Most police contact had to do with
“other” or traffic stops. 92% of respondents were happy with police response time to calls. Also 92% claimed “no issue” with ethnic or language barriers with police. People were also familiar with police programs like animal control, school resource officers, child seat belt checks, VIN checks and public record checks. Respondents answered “yes” to the following questions: *93% - Do you feel safe walking in your neighborhood during the day? *37% - Do you feel safe walking in your neighborhood during the night? *75% - Do you feel your neighborhood is a safe environment to raise children? 89% - Do you feel safe in your home? Respondents answered “no” to the following questions: *7% - Do you feel safe walking in your neighborhood during the day? *63% - Do you feel safe walking in your neighborhood during the night? *25% - Do you feel your neighborhood is a safe environment to raise children? 11% - Do you feel safe in your home? During the interviews, it was learned that individuals with special needs in East Providence felt that the police were very kind and made their presence known to them. People would like to see the school resource officer program expanded. The respondents to the survey believe that one of the major problems in the community is speeding. Many respondents would like to see speeding laws enforced even more. Respondents point out that they would like to see an increased police presence in neighborhoods, communities, and schools. Respondents suggested that there be more persona l contact between the police and the residents in order to establish even greater rapport. Some respondents suggested that more officers should be hired. Respondents point out that the programs need to be made known to the public in a more widespread and accessible way. Respondents suggested that there be more personal contact between the police and the residents in order to establish even greater rapport. Some respondents suggested that more officers should be hired. Respondents point out that the programs need to be made known to the public in a more widespread and accessible way.
Report’s Conclusion:
The report had a brief but succinct conclusion. “The EPPD received high reviews in how its officers are perceived by their residents. Concerns were raised about the safety of residents walking in their neighborhoods at night and in the Riverside area of the city. The EPPD has many programs to serve their residents and should advertise these more.”
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Events & Activities Organization Headed by Riverside Resident Offers Special HIV Testing Hours February 7th, noon-3pm
AIDS Project Rhode Island is joining with National Black Leadership on AIDS, the Centers for Disease Control, the Black AIDS Institute and other organizations in participating in National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day on Sunday, February 7, 2016. AIDS Project Rhode Island is a division of Family Service of Rhode Island, which is headed by Riverside resident Margaret Holland McDuff. The national theme is “I am my brother’s and sister’s keeper. Fight HIV/AIDS.” A supporting theme is “Get educated, get tested, get involved and get treated.” According to the Centers for Disease Control, of all racial/ethnic groups in the United States, African Americans have the most severe burden of HIV. The Rhode Island Department of Health reports that Blacks/African Americans and Hispanics in Rhode Island experience a disproportionate burden of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases. In observance of the day, AIDS Project Rhode Island is offering special hours for free, anonymous, rapid HIV testing at its 9 Pleasant Street, Providence, 02906 location on Sunday, February 7 from noon until 3 p.m. on a walk-in basis. No blood is drawn, and results are available in 20 minutes.
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East Bay Community Action Program Press Conference Monday, February 8, 2016 at 10 a.m.
East Bay Center, 2 Old County Road Barrington, RI to announce the merger of East Bay Center (EBC) with East Bay Community Action Program. EBCAP will be joined by Senators Reed and Whitehouse and Congressman Cicilline for the announcement. Rebecca Boss, Deputy Director, of Rhode Island’s Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals, will also be present. As of January 1, 2016, the merger of East Bay Center with East Bay Community Action Program is in effect, and East Bay Center will keep its familiar name and caring staff, as a program of EBCAP.
Local Barbershop Chorus To Host New Singers Night
Harmony Heritage Chorus Welcomes Female Singers On February 16th
Harmony Heritage Chorus Harmony Heritage Chorus, the Pawtucket, RI chapter of Harmony, Incorporated, an international organization of female a cappella singers specializing in the barbershop harmony style, will host a New Singers Night on February 16th. Female singers of all ages and musical backgrounds are encouraged to attend the kick-off event, which will take place at 7:15 PM p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 50 Park Place in Pawtucket, RI. “Almost every one of our members came for the music, but each of us stayed for the camaraderie and satisfaction that comes with contributing to an organization like the Harmony Heritage chorus,” says Anne Diggle, chapter president “We welcome women who like to sing, even if it’s just in the privacy of their cars or their showers, to come learn a little about a musical organization that marries novice singers with experienced performers and has multiple generations standing shoulder-to-shoulder as they share their love for barbershop harmony.” The Harmony Heritage chorus is an award-winning chapter of Harmony, Inc. that performs under the direction of Bob O’Connell, an accomplished director, performer and musician. “It’s important to note that barbershop harmony is often considered the ‘every man’s’ a cappella,” says O’Connell. “Members don’t need to have a lot of musical experience, formal training, or even have the ability to read music. As long as she loves to sing, we have the tools to help her find success in barbershop harmony.” New singers attending will learn about how the different voice parts blend to make that unique barbershop sound and will have an opportunity for voice placement and singing on the risers with the chorus. Parking for this event will be in two municipal lots on Park Place, both a short walk from the church. Harmony Heritage chorus primarily sings in the barbershop
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harmony style, which traces its musical roots back to the turn of the 20th century. Today, barbershop harmony singers not only celebrate the classics, but also put their own spin on contemporary songs as well. For more information about Harmony Heritage chorus, visit www.harmonyheritage.org or call Barbara-Ann MacIntosh at 401560-0073.
About Harmony Heritage
Founded in 2001, the Southern New England chapter of Harmony, Inc., also known as the Harmony Heritage chorus, brings four-part a cappella harmony to the local community through regular performances and educational events. The chorus consists of women representing a wide range of musical backgrounds, from novice to trained professionals, and performs under the direction of Bob O’Connell. Harmony Heritage rehearses at 7:15 PM on Tuesdays at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 50 Park Place, Pawtucket, RI. For more information, visit www.harmonyheritage.org .
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American Legion Riverside Post 10 Ham and Bean Supper
Olde Seaconke Economic Development Forum and Business After Hours
American Legion Riverside Post 10 located on 830 Willett Ave in Riverside will be hosting a on Saturday February 20 at 4PM. We will be serving Virginia Baked Ham, homemade beans, salad, rolls, desert and coffee. Tickets are $12 and are available in the downstairs lounge or you can purchase them at the door. Please contact 433-9859 for more details.
Clarion Inn, 940 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk The East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce and Seekonk Economic Development Committee (SEDC) are pleased to announce the “Olde Seaconke Economic Development Forum and Business After Hours” to be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at the Clarion Inn, 940 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk MA from 5:30PM to 7:30PM. The event will consist of an open networking session for business people from 5:30PM – 6:30PM with light refreshments provided by Clarion Inn and a cash bar, followed by a speaking program featuring local and state development officials including Seekonk Town Administrator and Fall River City Council President, Shawn E. Cadime, Seekonk Town Planer, John J. Aubin III, and Secretary Jay Ash of the Massachusetts Office of Housing and Business Development, as well as, a representative of the private development community. This event represents the initial outreach and marketing effort of the Seekonk Economic Development Committee (SEDC) whose charge from the Board of Selectmen includes both a call to foster ties within the business community by working with local business organizations, such as the East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce, and to encourage economic growth within Seekonk. (The Chamber serves the communities of East Providence, Barrington, Seekonk and Rehoboth.) This event is expected to be one of a number of outreach efforts by the SEDC to encourage and foster economic growth through better communication amongst and with the development community and through implementation of the Economic Development Element of the Seekonk Master Plan. Please mark the date on your calendar and join us as we meet to discuss future economic development opportunities and strategies in the Olde Seaconke Area! Local business owners and/or their representatives are welcome and asked to register for the free event by February 12. For more information or to register, contact the East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce at office@eastprovchamber.com or call 401.438.1212.
Saturday, February 20th
Church Offers Chowder & Clam Cakes
Beginning on February 12th and continuing each Friday thru March 18th from noon til 6:00 pm, Rocky’s Clam Shack located at Riverside Congregational Church will be offering Chowder (red, white, clear) for $8/quart and $4/pint,.We’ll also have clam cakes for $8/dozen and $4/per half dozen. and our famously delicious stuffed quahoags are $2.50 each. The church is located at 295 Bullocks Pt. Avenue (corner of Oak Anenue). Call ahead at 433-2039 and we’ll have your order ready when you arrive, or drop by and say hello to our volunteer staff. Hope to see you soon!
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D-R Class of 1966 to hold Classic Car Show
The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Class of 1966 50th reunion committee is interested in holding a classic car show during its weekend of celebrations in June, 2016. People with any make and model vehicle manufactured between 1948 and 1966 are invited to show off these shiny vintage rides at the reunion. Reunion organizers estimate a sizeable turnout since this one will mark a milestone. Proud owners of vehicles from this time period are urged to call Charlotte, the reunion coordinator, at 508-339-5921.
EPHS Class of 66 Class Reunion
East Providence High School Class of 1966 is actively planning our 50th reunion. On Friday, September 16, 2016 there will be a Meet and Greet at Davenports on Taunton Ave in EP, beginning at 6:00 pm. On Saturday, September 17, 2016 the reunion will be at Metacomet Country Club on Veterans Memorial Parkway in EP, also beginning at 6:00 pm. If you have information about classmates that may have moved, please send an email to: rickd1960@cox. net or jmeverett9@gmail.com with any information on how we can reach them. Watch for updates. Save the dates!!!!!
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Church News & Events Newman Congregational Church, UCC “Mardi-Gras Sunday”
You don’t have to travel to New Orleans to join in the preLenten season celebration. Come worship with the community of Newman Congregational Church, UCC and share in a wonderful, Jazz-inspired worship…New Orleans style. The Blackstone Traditional Band, featuring trumpet, clarinet, trombone, tuba and accordion will lead the music for worship and all ages will be invited to join the celebration.
Mardi-Gras Sunday Sunday, February 7, 2016 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:45 a.m. Pancake Luncheon
Following the worship service, all will be invited to continue the celebration in Memorial Hall, sharing in a hearty, pancake luncheon. Free will offering will be accepted. Wear your purple, green and gold. Beads will be provided.
Spaghetti Supper
The community is invited to a spaghetti supper Sunday, March 6 at 5:30 pm at Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ - 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford RI. The cost of the dinner is $8 per person, with a family maximum of $25. All proceeds will benefit the programs supported by Newman’s Board of Missions, including CrossRoads RI and the Bread of Life Food Pantry, which serves many East Providence residents. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The menu for the evening is spaghetti (regular and gluten free), meatballs, salad, bread and butter, dessert and beverages. Join us for a fun evening of food and fellowship. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ at 401-434-4742 X10. Newman UCC is an Open and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ and extends this invitation to one and all, living out the example of Jesus’ extravagant welcome. Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916. For more information, contact Rev. Timoth Sylvia at 401-434-4742.
Ash Wednesday Service
St Mary’s Episcopal Church on 81 Warren Ave in East Providence will be having a Ash Wednesday Mass on Wednesday Feb 10th 530 pm all are welcome to come and worship
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Daughters of Isabella Circle # 28. No meeting in February, 2016. We will meet again on March 8, 2016 at 12:00 PM for a Corned Beef Luncheon with Forever Young at Saint Brendan’s Parish Hall, Turner Avenue Riverside. Following the Luncheon we will hold a short business meeting. At the meeting you will be asked to vote on the best time to hold our meetings (1 PM, 3 PM or 6 PM). Reservation can be made by calling Diane at 744-7119 before March 1, 2016. Cost is $20.00.
St. Brendan Forever Young Club Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Luncheon
St. Brendan Forever Young Club will have their annual corned beef and cabbage luncheon on Tuesday, March 8 at 12:00 noon in the parish hall. Cost is $20. Entertainment will be provided by Vini Ames. Reservations should be made by March 1 by calling 437-0963 or 433-2281. Please bring a non-perishable food item for our Good Neighbors Food Pantry.
Lenten Schedule Ash Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Mass with Imposition of Ashes at 9 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Word with Ashes at 12 Noon Daily Mass Monday thru Friday at 8:00 a.m. Stations of the Cross Every Thursday at 7 p.m. with Benediction Holy Thursday, March 24, 2016 7 p.m. Good Friday, March 25, 2016 Stations of the Cross at 3 p.m. The Lord’s Passion at 7 p.m. Easter Vigil Saturday, March 26, at 7 p.m. Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12 Noon
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East Providence Arts Council 2016 Membership Drive
The East Providence Arts Council is excited for 2016!! Please check out our webpage and sign up for our mailing list. Many cool projects in the works for 2016 will be announced soon. We are also kicking off our 2016 membership drive and always welcome donations to support our various endeavors. We offer different levels of membership. Please click on the Membership Info link on our website to see which one best suits you. Our webpage can be found at http://www.eastprovidencearts.org/
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$150,000 Grant Awarded to Pomham Rocks Lighthouse
On January 11, 2016, The Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission announced the awarding of its First Round of State Preservation Grants totaling $1,842,915.00, which includes a $150,000.00 grant to Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse to support the capital preservation work currently underway at Pomham Rocks Lighthouse. The Lighthouse, located on a small island off Riverside, has been the subject of restoration work since 2004. The exterior of the Light was restored a number of years ago and work is currently underway to restore power to the Lighthouse. This new grant will permit the Friends to begin interior restoration work. In announcing the list of grants, Edward F. Sanderson, Executive Director of the Commission said, “Rhode Island is recognized nationally as a leader in historic preservation and the arts. These state grants are investments that build on our strengths.” He explained that a total of $5 million for State Preservation Grants was part of the Creative and Cultural Economy Bond approved by Rhode Island voters in 2014. In accepting the Grant, Friends’ President, Jean Zunda, stated, “This Grant will be of substantial help in completing the restoration of one of the Jewels of Narragansett Bay. The State Preservation Grants Program is a matching grant program aimed to stimulate broad support and participation in historic preservation projects statewide. Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is thrilled to secure the Grant and thanks the Commission for its award. The Friends will immediately begin to seek further contributions to the restoration effort to match this generous Grant from the Commission.”
Boys & Girls Club Of East Providence Holds Ribbon Cutting For New ‘SaintGobain Wing’ Expands, Upgrades Current Facilities
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This new annex was made possible by a $75,000 charitable donation from Saint-Gobain Initiatives Foundation. The SaintGobain Initiatives Foundation is the global philanthropic arm of the French-based international company, Saint-Gobain. Saint-Gobain is an international leader in sustainable development, and through its Foundation, provides financial support to community organizations through various grant programs in an effort to improve the quality of life for the communities in which the company operates, and in which its employees live and work. Locally, Saint-Gobain employs approximately 50 people at its Bristol, Rhode Island plant. This 110,000-square-foot facility is responsible for manufacturing critical components made from polymide and other high-performance polymers (Meldin®) which are used for the aerospace, automotive, electronics and industrial sectors. The Bristol site began operations in 1963 and is part of Saint-Gobain’s Performance Plastics’ Seals business. The company also has an additional plant site in Taunton, Massachusetts.
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Photo: Dee Dee Edmondson (L to R: Greg Troy, former EPBGC Board Chair/Albert Garcia, EPBGC Board member/ Tom Kinisky, CEO of Saint-Gobain NA/Erin Gilliatt, Executive Director of EPBGC, Dave Fogerty,Chairman, EPBGC Board of Director/ Peter McCarthy, Lowe’s Foundation) “We know it is important to develop a well-rounded future generation, and understand that the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence has done just this, by serving our local youth for more than 80 years and helping students graduate from high school and plan for their futures,” said Tom Kinisky, President and CEO of Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics. “The addition of the ‘SaintGobain Wing’ is all about helping our future generation receive the best opportunities possible, and it is truly an honor to be able to celebrate this accomplishment.” In addition to Saint-Gobain’s generosity, other foundations including the Cranstonbased Champlin Foundation and the Lowes Foundation were critical in providing funds for the Williams Avenue Clubhouse Improvement project, which included replacing the pool roof and improving the aquatics facilities which reopened in November after a six-month refurbishment. Providence-based KITE Architects also provided countless hours of in-kind services to ensure that the new spaces would be vibrant and exciting places for Club members to learn and grow.
February 2016 The Reporter “For many decades the pool facility has been an invaluable resource for the club and the community,” said Albert Garcia, KITE architect and EPBGC board member. “This much loved building was beyond its service life and in dire need of repairs. As a board member, architect, swim coach and swimmer, it was an exciting and rewarding experience to see the aquatics center come alive again
Improvements to Jones Pond
Located behind the W. B. Pierce Memorial Stadium, in East Providence, RI, work began in December 2015 with the removal of the old asphalt road, curbing, trees, and dirt along Fifth Street to make the new walkway. Sledding down the hills, ice skating, catching tadpoles, and walking dogs were popular activities here. Part of the cement ring is now visible (in the lower right photo to the right of the cut trees). Built by the Work Projects Administration in 1939-1940, documentation has not been found describing the intended purpose of this circular sidewalk. Photos by Susan Cady, digsEPhistory@hotmail.com. Share your memories of this area with the East Providence Historical Society, PO Box 4774 East Providence, RI, 02916 www. ephist.org, (401) 438-1750 info@ephist.org.
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The EP Historical Society receives RI State Cultural Facilities Grant
At a statewide presentation of the 2016 RI State Cultural Facilities Grants at the Odeum Theater on Monday, Jan 11th, the East Providence Historical Society was awarded a matching grant of $28,000 for the interior renovation/ ADA compliance of the 1895 Hunt’s Mills Amusement Park Ticket Booth as the new Hunt’s Mills Education Center. The Society and other groups involved at Hunt’s Mills will use the Center for classroom, meeting and exhibit space. The 500 square foot space has been vacant since the Water Dept moved in 1990. In 2008, with the remainder of a Champlin Grant, the Historical Society buttoned up the building with a new roof and repairs to the foundation and siding, all approved by the RI HIstoric Preservation Commission. It is very exciting for the Historical Society to be able to finish the interior work and provide handicapped access to this building. To this end, the group has raised over $20,000 of the matching funds. if you would like to be part of this effort, please check our web site ephist.org This State Cultural Facilities Grant was awarded by the RI State Council on the Arts.
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People in the News Riverside Snow Artisan Back to Work for a Cause
By Bob Rodericks East Providence’s Tony Ottone, Jr. likes to make things. His snow creations in recent years have received national attention. Ottone took advantage of this season’s first snowfall by creating a snow sculpture which honors both the New England Patriots and young Dorian Murray. Dorian is the 8 year old Westerly, RI boy who is dying of cancer. The DStrong image is in support of Dorian’s wish to become “famous” has been flashed by people across the world. “I only wish I had more snow to make it bigger,” said Ottone. Tony Ottone recently suffered the loss of his Dad to cancer. This years’ first snow sculpture was done with a sense of melancholy in the air. “To Dorian, and all others that have fought and continue to fight the cancer battle - this is for you. This one was very emotional,” said Ottone. Ottone invites people to stop by his Forbes Street, Riverside home and “stand behind it and take a picture.” If past winter seasons are a gauge, people will do just that. Said one admirer of Tony Ottone, quoting the Costner baseball film, “... he has built it and they will come.”
Isabel Britto ‘16 is Athlete of the Week at Providence Country Day School
East Providence, RI—Isabel Britto, of East Providence, was named Athlete of the Week at the Providence Country Day School for the week of January 4th. Isabel Britto, a forward for PCD’s girls varsity basketball team, has earned the reputation as a fierce competitor throughout the league, and is off to an excellent start to her senior campaign. Combining her tenacity on the offensive and defensive glass with fantastic effort, Britto has single-handedly kept the Knights in contention for victory in every contest. This is highlighted by her standout 14-point, 12-rebound performance on January 5th versus Gann Academy. Coach Surrette is proud of Isabel Britto her effort, and is “looking forward to more strong performances from Isabel.”
United Methodist Elder Care Appoints Five New Trustees
Tony Ottone Honors Dorian Murray and the New England Patriots. Pictured from Left to Right: Jason Preciphs, Susan Thurston, Valerie Perry, Don Ripley, and Robert Gauthier.
The Williston Northampton School Announces Rumford Student on Honor Roll
The Williston Northampton School announces that the following student made the Honor Roll for the third trimester of the 201516 academic year. Congratulations to Steven Gower of Rumford (02916), who is a Grade 11 student, on achieving Honors.
East Providence, RI: United Methodist Elder Care is pleased to announce the appointment of five new trustees: Valerie Perry of East Providence, Susan Thurston of Wakefield, Don Ripley of Smithfield, Jason Preciphs of Rehoboth, MA and Robert Gauthier of Moosup, CT. “We are so fortunate to have these five enthusiastic new professionals who bring diverse talents and knowledge to help us become the best Elder Care organization we can be,” says Dan Genannt, Chair of the Board, “The whole board feels rejuvenated by their presence.”
February 2016 The Reporter Valerie Perry, former East Providence City Clerk and City Councilor, and past Rotary International District Governor and Don Ripley, a Director of Human Resources at Rexel, Inc. had firsthand experience of Winslow Gardens. Both Perry and Ripley had parents who had lived at Winslow Gardens and Linn Health Care Center. New board member, Susan Thurston is the Clerk of Court for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Rhode Island. Jason Preciphs practices law with the firm Roberts, Carroll, Feldstein & Peirce. Robert Gauthier is the IT Portfolio Delivery Sr. Manager at CVS. United Methodist Elder Care offers affordable senior housing, assisted living and short term rehab and long term skilled nursing care in three facilities located in Rhode Island. More information about their programs is available at www.umeldercare.org.
University News
East Providence Resident has been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2015 semester at Dean College
Franklin, MA - Jessika Smith from East Providence has been named to the Dean’s List at Dean College for the Fall 2015 semester.
Victoria Hayes of East Providence, RI was Inducted Into Champlain College Chapter of the National Society Of Leadership and Success
Burlington, VT - Victoria Hayes of East Providence, RI was inducted into the Champlain College chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success on December 11. The event took place in the Champlain Room on Champlain College’s campus in Burlington, Vt. and was the first ever induction for the school’s chapter. A total of seventy-four student leaders participated.
Students Named to the University of Vermont Dean’s List
Burlington, VT - The following area students have been named to the Fall 2015 dean’s list at the University of Vermont. To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school. Kimberly Furtado of East Providence, RI, a Psychological Science major in UVM’s College of Arts & Sciences Michelle Phillips of Riverside, RI, a Environmental Studies major in UVM’s College of Arts & Sciences
Emma Pereira of Rumford Named to Lasell College Dean’s List for Fall 2015
Newton, MA - Lasell College in Newton, MA recently named Emma Pereira of Rumford, RI to the Lasell College Dean’s List for the Fall 2015 semester. Pereira, whose major is Fashion Communication & Promotion, is a member of the class of 2019 and was among 726 students honored in the Fall 2015 semester.
Local Residents Earn Dean’s List Honors for Fall 2015 Semester at Stonehill College
Easton, MA - The following local residents earned Dean’s List honors for the Fall 2015 semester at Stonehill College in Easton, Mass. Jacqueline M. Alexander of Riverside (02915). Alexander, a member of the Class of 2016, is a Education & Psychology major at the College.
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Meredith M. Norton of Rumford (02916). Norton, a member of the Class of 2017, is a Neuroscience major at the College.
Victoria Paige Parella of East Providence graduates from Clemson University
Clemson, SC - Victoria Paige Parella of East Providence graduated from Clemson University Dec. 17, 2015, with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Parella was among 1,275 students who received degrees in the graduation ceremony at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.
East Providence Resident Brittany Ferreira Spends Fall 2015 Semester Studying In New Zealand
Easton, MA - East Providence resident Brittany A. Ferreira spent the Fall 2015 semester at the University of Auckland in New Zealand. A member of the Class of 2017 at Stonehill College, Ferreira is majoring in Biology.
Victoria Hayes of East Providence, RI has been named to the Champlain College Dean’s List for the Fall 2015 semester
Burlington, VT - Victoria Hayes has been named to the Champlain College Dean’s List for fall 2015. Students who are named to the Dean’s List have achieved a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Hayes is majoring in Computer Networking & Cybersecurity.
Eastern Connecticut State University Student Samantha Landry of Rumford Named to Fall 2015 Dean’s List
Willimantic, CT - Eastern Connecticut State University recently released its fall 2015 semester Dean’s List for full-time students. Samantha Landry ‘17 of Rumford, RI, was named to the Dean’s List. Landry’s major is Communication.
Libby Flavin has been named to the University of Delaware’s Dean’s List for the 2015 spring semester
Newark, DE - Libby Flavin from Rumford, RI has been named to the University of Delaware’s Dean’s List for the 2015 fall semester.
Alexis Lindsey of Riverside Named to the University of Hartford Dean’s List
West Hartford, CT - The University of Hartford is pleased to announce Alexis Lindsey of Riverside has been named to its Dean’s List for Fall 2015.
Nearly 750 Students named to Fall 2015 Dean’s List at Western New England University
Springfield, MA - Western New England University congratulates 749 students who were named to the Fall 2015 Dean’s List. The following students are named to the Dean’s List for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.30 or higher: Briana L. McQueeney of Riverside, RI majoring in Forensic Biology (02915) Katelyn L. Primmer of Riverside, RI majoring in Biomedical Engineering (02915)
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Kevin Pereira of East Providence, RI Named to Springfield College Dean’s List
Springfield, MA - Springfield College has named Kevin Pereira of East Providence, RI (02914) to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2015 term. Pereira is studying Sociology.
More than 4,900 University of Rhode Island students are named to the Dean’s List
Kingston, RI- The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce that 4,986 undergraduates have qualified for the Fall 2015 Dean’s List. The students represent nearly all of Rhode Island’s cities and towns, all six New England states, New York and New Jersey, other states and 18 countries. The following students from your area were named to the Dean’s List: Alicia R Parker of East Providence, RI Keith A Paiva of East Providence, RI Jessica L Sandoval of East Providence, RI Andrea L Barboza of East Providence, RI Colby A Sousa of East Providence, RI Julie Marie Gaspar of East Providence, RI Richmond Sam of East Providence, RI Bruno F DaSilva of East Providence, RI Justin L Medeiros of East Providence, RI Tatyana Lima Leite of East Providence, RI Linda Allison Rebello of East Providence, RI Emily K Whittum of East Providence, RI John A Hibbert of East Providence, RI Taylor J Hanrahan of East Providence, RI Philip Tan of East Providence, RI Benjamin William Church of East Prov, RI
Sara M Hess of East Providence, RI Sarah E Sultan of East Providence, RI Thomas A Pfanstiehl of East Providence, RI Andrew M Mcbride of East Providence, RI Ian G Calise of East Providence, RI Kevin K Gilbride of East Providence, RI Christopher Joseph Valois of East Prov, RI Meaghan Sweet Spellman of East Prov, RI Nicole Ann Faria of East Providence, RI Tina M Silva of East Providence, RI Desmond R Almada of East Providence, RI Kyle M Overwood of East Providence, RI Christopher Rafael Perez-Lopes of East Providence, RI Skyla Jean Carvalho of East Providence, RI Adriano C Martins of East Providence, RI Joshua T Braxton of Riverside, RI Felicia Vieira Baker of Riverside, RI Riley Elizabeth Skeffington of Riverside, RI Kimberly N Thomas of Riverside, RI Renzo D Arteta of Riverside, RI Nicholas A Debarros of Riverside, RI Victoria Blair Blaydes of Riverside, RI Nicholas Crowell of Riverside, RI Capri C Lamboy of Riverside, RI Kayla Rose DelBonis of Riverside, RI Cameron T Thibeault of Riverside, RI Jacob M Aguiar of Riverside, RI Conor Holahan of Riverside, RI Lance T Faria of Riverside, RI Sarah Elizabeth Poirier of Riverside, RI Haley Alise Martins of Riverside, RI Ryan Anthony Vieira of Riverside, RI Liam McGuirl of Riverside, RI Tyler J Tashdjian of Riverside, RI Hannah Margaret Lavin of Rumford, RI Hailey Rose Flavin of Rumford, RI Matthew Jordan Lambert of Rumford, RI Nicholas P Geleney of Rumford, RI
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Melissa Almeida of Rumford, RI Dakota Jacques Dolde of Rumford, RI Haley Rae Costa of Rumford, RI Audra P Caine of Rumford, RI Erica Maria Stad of Rumford, RI Kelsey I Mcnulty of Rumford, RI Brandon David Williams of Rumford, RI Nicholas Michael Costa of Rumford, RI Sam J Lawrence of Rumford, RI James A Kiessling of Rumford, RI Cassandra Elizabeth Marques-Leach of Rumford, RI To be included on the Dean’s List, students must have completed 12 or more credits during a semester for letter grades with at least a 3.30 quality point average qualify for the Dean’s list. Part-time students qualify with the accumulation of 12 credits with a 3.30 quality point average.
Local Students Named to Assumption College’s Fall 2015 Dean’s List
Worcester, MA - Recognizing outstanding student academic achievement, Assumption College has named 509 students to the undergraduate Dean’s List for the fall 2015 semester. Jillian Estrella of Rumford, RI, a member of the class of 2016 Melanie Gorman of Rumford, RI, a member of the class of 2018 Paige Macnie of Rumford, RI, a member of the class of 2018
Mount Ida College Announces Fall 2015 Dean’s List
Newton, MA - The following area students have been named to the Fall 2015 Dean’s List at Mount Ida College in Newton, Mass. for achieving a GPA of 3.33 or higher. Lucianna Medici of Riverside (02915) Brianna Wilson of Riverside (02915)
URI student Audra Caine of Rumford completes fall 2015 internship
Kingston, RI - University of Rhode Island student Audra Caine of Rumford, RI, recently completed a fall 2015 internship with Rhode Island Hospital, Neuropsychology. Caine is majoring in Psychology.
University of New Hampshire’s Dean’s List for the Fall Semester of the 2015-2016 Academic Year
Durham, NH - The following student has been named to the Dean’s List at the University of New Hampshire for the fall semester of the 2015-2016 academic year. Samantha Labrecque of East Providence has earned Honors Maura McKnight of Rumford has earned Honors
February 2016 The Reporter
Healthy Living Debunking Detox with 5 Easy Fixes
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(BPT) - Lots of things in life create messes that need to be cleaned up - even in our bodies. Think of a playroom after a long day of family fun - toys and games strewed about the room, which if not tidied, we often end up tripping over. The same holds true for our bodies. After a holiday season of overeating and overindulging, our bodies need straightening up to function at their best, otherwise our digestive system becomes cluttered with toxins. And with cold and flu season in full swing, a body clean up will not only help to improve your digestive system, but it may also help boost your immune system as well. The goal of detoxing is to eliminate toxins in the body. Toxins are unusable products resulting from the metabolism of nutrients, pollutants, pesticides, food additives, medical drugs and alcohol. A true detox doesn’t require fasting or flushing your colon clean, instead it’s finding ways to boost your body’s own natural detoxification system to rid itself of harmful toxins. Just follow these five easy detox fixes from Registered Dietitian Ashley Koff to clean-up your diet and your health: Eat organic. Reduce the toxins you take in by choosing organic foods that contain no artificial ingredients or synthetic preservatives and are GMO-free. Jumpstart your day with delicious Nature’s Path Flax Plus(R) Pumpkin Flax Granola that is rich in flax seeds and high in fiber. Power up with plants. Phyto (plant) nutrients such as antioxidants found in fruits, vegetables, spices, whole grains, nuts and seeds create your bodies clean up team. Eat more and let them naturally help clean up your digestive system. Follow the rainbow. Variety is essential to a healthy diet, and it is important to add a rainbow of colorful, spices and blends of grains, seeds and nuts to your diet. Find fiber. In order to eliminate toxins through our body’s digestive tract, we need to eat foods rich in fiber and nourish good bacteria it is also important to choose foods that contain nutrients like magnesium that support healthy motility of the digestive tract and bitter herbs which help stimulate the digestive tract. Nourish with nutrients. Our internal detoxification system needs the right nutrients to nourish our bodies. Add healthy and good-for-you foods such as, broccoli, garlic, leeks, sesame seeds, greens and beans to your diet to boost your energy level and cleanse your body at the same time. Finally, detox foods can be delicious as they are nutritious. Check out this fiber-rich recipe that is sure to have your friends and family asking for seconds.
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Healthy Living 5 Common Heart Health Myths Debunked
Dr. Manganaro helps separate some myths from reality to keep you in the know: 1. Heart disease is the same in men and women. (BPT) - As the number one cause of death Although men and women share many of the same risk factors in both men and women, knowledge is power when it comes to for heart disease, there are differences in the way the disease treats preventing heart conditions. Whether it runs in your family or not, each gender’s body, according to Harvard Health Publications. this is one health issue you shouldn’t ignore. Women tend to develop heart disease an average of 10 years later “Unfortunately, everyone has an old wives’ tale associated with than men, and have a greater chance of dying from the disease. heart disease and cardiovascular health, says Dr. Andy Manganaro, Women have smaller hearts and coronary vessels, which often chief medical officer at Life Line Screening. “For example, many makes heart surgery difficult. In fact, heart disease is the number women don’t know they are more likely to die of heart disease one killer of women, so women especially should talk with their than breast cancer.” doctors about developing a heart health plan. 2. If it runs in your family, there’s nothing you can do about it. Even if heart conditions run in your family, these diseases are still 80 percent preventable. Healthy behavior changes like losing weight, increasing exercise, eating a healthier diet and keeping your cholesterol in check will help you make tremendous strides towards heart health. The power of prevention is undeniable, especially with preventative screenings that identify risk factors for heart disease and stroke early on. Life Line Screening offers affordable, preventative cardiovascular screenings conveniently in your community. 3. Heart disease doesn’t affect fit and active people. No matter how many marathons you run or yoga classes you take, you may still be at risk for a heart condition. There are Dr. Lisa Daft and Dr. Jared Stubbs plenty of other factors that can put you at Are pleased to announce Dr. Chris Vanderpool risk, like high cholesterol, poor eating habits, elevated blood pressure, and smoking. has joined our family and cosmetic dental practice. 4. Heart disease always exhibits the Providing comprehensive dental care in same symptoms. While you might be under the impresSeekonk, MA for more than 35 years. sion that a heart attack always involves extreme chest pain, 64 percent of women We welcome new patients! who die suddenly of coronary heart disease had no previous symptoms, according to the American Heart Association (AMA). Women are more likely to experience back or jaw pain, dizziness and lightheadedness, shortness of breath or nausea and vomiting. 5. Once you have heart disease, it’s too late. It’s never too late to treat or prevent heart disease. Your lifestyle plays a crucial role in both controlling risk factors and caring for heart disease. Simple behavior changes like those mentioned above plus consultation with you doctor can help keep your heart, and entire circulatory system, humming along. Don’t let these common myths cost you your life. Manage your heart health and learn how to take preventative measures at lifelinescreening.com.
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Let's Stay Healthy in 2016 Are We Turning a Blind Eye to Blue Light?
(BPT) - It’s everywhere - inside as well as outside your home. As digital device usage increases, you’re exposed to more and more of it without realizing how it may affect your vision in the future. We’re talking about blue light. In its natural form, your body uses blue light from the sun to regulate your natural sleep and wake cycles. This natural light also helps boost alertness, heighten reaction times and elevate moods. However, we use our eyes much differently than prior generations because we now use a number of artificial sources of blue light including digital screens, electronic devices and LED lighting. The evolution in digital screen technology has advanced dramatically over the years, and many of today’s electronic devices use LED back-light technology to help enhance screen brightness and clarity. These LEDs emit very strong blue light waves. Because of the widespread use and increasing popularity of these devices, we are now exposed to more sources of blue light for longer periods of time. Studies suggest 60 percent of people spend more than six hours a day in front of a digital device. The flickering of this artificial blue light creates a glare that can reduce visual contrast, affecting sharpness and clarity. That in turn could contribute to eyestrain, headaches, physical and mental fatigue due to increasing amounts of time sitting in front of a computer screen or other electronic device. Studies show this high-energy, blue-violet light has been found to cause significant damage to retinal cells, and is a risk factor for the onset of age-related macular degeneration, a deterioration of the part of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision. Our eyes’ natural filters do not provide sufficient protection against blue light rays from the sun, let alone the blue light emanating from these devices, or from blue light emitted from fluorescentlight tubes. Mother Nature arms us with “internal sunglasses” made up of macular pigment. This pigment, which is comprised of zeaxanthin (zee-uh-zan-thin) and lutein at a ratio of 2:1, is found in the center of the macula (fovea). This pigment absorbs harmful blue light that can affect eye health. These “sunglasses” protect the rods and cones needed for central as well as peripheral vision.
However, if this macular pigment isn’t at optimal density, it will allow more blue light to damage these rods and cones, negatively affecting not just what you see, but how you see. Zeaxanthin and lutein aren’t produced by the body, they must be ingested in order to ensure optimal macular pigment density. Zeaxanthin can be found in foods like corn, wolf berries and peppers. Lutein is found in foods like spinach and kale. Since the average American diet is scarce in zeaxanthin, supplementing this antioxidant is key. Vitamins for macular health, like those made by EyePromise, can be of big benefit. Vision becomes even more precious as we age, since the loss of independence a very real threat to aging Americans. Reduce your risk of harmful effects of blue light to your vision by increasing the density of your “internal sunglasses.”
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EPHS ‘Project Light’ Shines on Volunteers. John Carnevale at it again.
By Bob Rodericks On Friday January 22nd, the EP Reporter caught up with East stopped by and was amazed at the Carnevale project. “This projProvidence High graduate and Townie volunteer John Carnevale, ect goes out to hardworking Lady Townies of the East Providence as he gave us a working tour of another project benefitting the EP High School who have represented our city with class time and community. Carnevale was supervising the installation of tens of time again!,” writes Carnevale in a statement to the community. thousands of dollars worth of lighting and other improvements to “Thank you ladies for your sincere dedication to your schoolwork the high school girls’ softball field and tennis courts. EPHS softball and for continuing to be positive role models to your peers. I hope coach and guidance counselor Rob Traverse, along with his players this huge volunteer effort serves as small testament to your leaderand other volunteers, had previously raised funds to renovate the ship, hard work, and limitless potential in the future! Much love!,” tired, weed-strewn practice softball field behind the high school. In as he’ll often say when talking about his beloved East Providence. so doing, the team no longer has to travel to Pierce Field for their Carnevale is a 2000 graduate of the high school where he excelled home games. The home field at the high school saves money in academics and athletics. Carnevale went on to attend Worcester and logistics in travelling to both home and away games. The rePolytechnic Institute where he received a degree in engineering. furbished field includes new infield mix, grass and fencing as well After working for Raytheon on worldwide projects based out of as two permanent dugouts. During Friday’s tour, Coach Traverse San Diego, Carnevale has taken a work hiatus and spends much of his time - and own money - on helping his community and other projects around the world. Playgrounds, school science labs, gymnasiums and more have all benefitted from Carnevale and his army of volunteers and donors. The lighting project has been going on fairly quietly as Carnevale is quick to deflect accolades and praise from fellow Townies. “We must remember, each and every one of us can, and must play a role in rebuilding our communities; so please believe in yourself, your thoughts and vision, and go out and be confident in being a creator and a doer,” Carnevale says in his now famous, almost evangelical vernacular. “Our great community of East Providence has had its’ ups and downs, but we only want to look ahead, at the positive. We’re real Townies and we can do anything together,” he said. Carnevale’s focus is much beyond the borders of East Providence, having taken his volunteerism and donations across the world. But he always comes back to EP and Rhode Island. “Rhody Family, over the past few months we have been working hard behind the scenes on numerous projects to continue empowering our state’s most critical resource, our beloved students. Embedded deep in every volunteer effort this team embarks on is a real emphasis on the importance of investing in our school systems and our wonderful students, knowing well that this is the single, most critical component in building better communities for us all. Our Rob Traverse, Townie softball coach and John Carnevale. communities need us all, and most importantly it needs us UNITED.” The Carnevale effort to renovate the tennis and softball area is worth tens of thousands of dollars to the city. On Friday there was big equipment behind the high school that came from a Massachusetts company, Island Lighting, that has a relationship with Carnevale. “I don’t think this type of equipment would be readily available to us locally, and we have it all here for free,” said the engineer as he worked with the equipment operators to start set(401) 287-0010 ting massive light poles. www.FriedmanGroupRI.com “PROJECT LIGHT aims to complete the full installation of roughly $150,000 in donated Sports Lighting which we are now installing at the Ladies Softball Field at East Providence High School. Completion of Project Light will allow Lady Softballers across the We have several Buyers that are pre-approved and state to continue their training into the night, build a more dynamic ready to go. The real estate market is HOT! facility resource, and set the stage for incredible tournaments, fundraisers, and instructional camps to come!,” he said. 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Head Softball Coach Rob Traverse and the amazing donation of millions of dollars in heavy machinery by the truly unselfish team at Island Lighting of Norfolk, Mass!” “Let’s Stand Tall for What’s Right, and Stand Together. The first part of this project involves the procurement of the perimeter lighting design layout, fabrication of 7000 - 8000 lb pre-cast concrete lighting foundations, and the drilling of seven 30” x 10’ holes for installation. Volunteerism through phase 1 has already saved the School Department roughly $30,000! Phase 2 of this product includes erecting the lighting structures themselves,” said the young Townie engineer. “I stand in amazement in what John has done for our community. He values education above all else and truly supports our students,” said Rob Traverse. “The equipment here is unbelievable as is John,” said city engineer Kevin Croke. Croke is also the high school head hockey coach. There will be “More on the True Power of UNITY...,” promises John Carnevale as he envisions the future of his field of dreams behind his beloved high school.
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Monday, February 1, 2016 7pm
Having a book published in today’s market can seem impossible. But, in reality, getting your book idea into shape and into print can hinge on just the right advice from a pro. Do you need an agent? What about e-books and self-publishing? Author and journalist Peter Mandel will pass on insider tips aspiring writers need to know in order to create a marketable first book. Mandel is the author of eleven books.
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Monday, February 8, 2016 7pm
Author J.J. Partridge is, in reality, John J. ‘Jack’ Partridge, Senior Counsel to the firm of Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP. Partridge writes crime novels which have lots of local RI flavor and twists galore featuring the city of Providence and the world of pool. Following the success of his suspense novels Carom Shot and Straight Pool, Partridge returned with Scratched, garnering excellent reviews. J.J. Partridge will share his insights on writing thrillers, chillers, and noir.
Creative Conversations with Trinity Repertory Company Monday, February 22, 2016 7pm
Join Trinity Rep’s Artistic Director Curt Columbus, and Resident Acting Company member Stephen Thorne as they discuss Trinity Rep’s upcoming production of To Kill A Mockingbird and James Baldwin’s Blues for Mr. Charlie, which will be produced as a limited engagement companion piece to To Kill a Mockingbird. This discussion is not to be missed!
Sportswriter Bill Reynolds to Speak Monday, February 29, 2016 7pm
We know you read his ProJo columns, so now, hear him speak! Reynolds will do a talk and book signing for his recently released book ~Hope, A School, A Team, A Dream, a book that follows the 2012-2013 basketball season of Hope High School. Books will be available for purchase from Books on the Square.
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February School Vacation Week
Tuesday, February 16, 2:00 Mr. Vinny from Toe Jam Puppet Band presents: Mr. Vinny’s Shadow Puppets @Weaver
Kids help tell the story of “The 12 Lil’ Pigs and the Big Bad Pineapple.” Very interactive! Silly and surprising! Arrive early. For ages 3+. Space is limited.
Wednesday, February 17, 10:00-12:00 Coding Club @Weaver
Learn the basics of code through hands-on activities with technology. Ages 10+ All levels welcome.
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Wednesday, February 17, 11:00-12:00 Doily Snowman Craft @Riverside Wednesday, February 17, 6:00-7:00 Design A Fused Glass Pendant (Ages 10+) @Weaver
Create an original dichroic fused glass pendant. Come play with glass in a relaxed setting in this easy, fun class. All materials included. Presented by RI artist Deenie Pacik Giuliano. Register: Call 401-434-2453.
Thursday, February 18, 10:00-11:20
Family Movie – Snow Buddies @Weaver (2008; rated G; 87 min.) All ages. Bring your own movie snacks.
Thursday, February 18, 2:00-4:00 Make Your Own Video Game (Ages 10+) @Riverside
Put down your controllers and learn the interactive software “Scratch” to create your own video game. Presented by the RI Computer Museum. Register: Call 401-433-4877.
Friday, February 19, 10:00-11:00 Legos at the Library @Weaver
(Grades K & up). Build alongside other Lego lovers!
Stem Storytime for grades K-3
Tues, Jan 12 – March 8, 3:30-4:15 @Weaver
45 minutes of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities and a story or two. Registration is not required.
Chess Club for ages 6-18
Weds, Jan 13 – Feb 17, 3:30-4:30 @Riverside
Learn to play or improve your skills. REGISTER: Call 401-4334877.
Weekly Storytimes - Jan 20 - May 12, 2016
No advance registration is necessary. Half hour storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities. Wed, 9:30am, ages birth - 36 months @ Riverside Wed, 6:30pm, ages 2 – 6 @ Weaver Thurs, 9:30am, ages birth – 36 months @ Weaver Thurs, 10:30am, ages 3 – 6 @ Weaver
Movies On The Big Screen Thursdays @Riverside
All movies are rated PG (parental guidance suggested). Snacks are provided. Feb 11, 6:00pm – Mr. Holmes – Drama/Mystery (2015, PG, 104 min.) March 17, 6:00pm – Pan – Adventure/Family/Fantasy (2015, PG, 111 min.)
Writing Workshop @Weaver
Mondays, 2/8, 3/7, 4/4, 3:30-4:30
Ages 10+ Registration is not required. Fun, creative writing exercises, free books, snacks, and activities to spark your creativity.
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Minecraft for ages 10+ @Weaver
Mondays, 2/29, 3/14, 4/11, 3:00-4:30
Registration is not required. Play Minecraft, make a Minecraftthemed craft, and share snacks with new friends.
Minecraft for grades 1-4 @Weaver Tuesday, March 22, 3:00-4:30pm
Register: Call 401-434-2453. Play Minecraft with other Minecraft fans.
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Volunteer To Be A Reading Buddy @ Weaver
The library will match you with an elementary school child to read together for one hour each week at the library. For more information, call the Weaver Library at 434-2453 or ask about it in the Children’s room.
Read Down Your Fines @ Weaver and Riverside
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.
Reading Buddies
The library matches volunteers, ages 13-adult, with elementary school children to read together for one hour each week at the library. For more information, call or stop into the Weaver Library (434-2453).
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Kids 16 and younger can “pay” their overdue fines by reading in the library. Just tell a librarian before you start reading, and when you finish reading, and we will waive $1 for every 30 minutes of reading.
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Adult Coloring, Drop-in @ Riverside
Saturdays: Feb 13th, Mar 12th & Apr 9th 11am - 4pm
De-stress, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and find out why adult coloring has become so popular. Templates & colored pencils provided. No registration required.
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February Teen Programs Wed Feb. 17, 6:00 - 7:00pm
Create your own dichroic fused glass pendant in this easy, fun class. All materials included. Presented by RI artist Deenie Pacik Giuliano. Call 434-2453 to register.
Scratch Video Game Workshop @ Riverside
Learn the interactive software “Scratch” to create your own video game. This workshop is presented by the RI Computer Museum. Thursday, Feb. 18, 2:00 - 4:00pm. Call 433-4877 to register.
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SPOTLIGHT ON SPORTS Sports Briefs By Bob Rodericks
EPHS Girls Basketball
The Lady Townies are also fighting hard to make a run in their state tourney. The Townies are 8-5 as of this writing and in good shape to make the playoffs. The highlight of the girls season, however, was their January 14th league game against Mount Hope which was also a benefit for EPHS student/athlete Dylan Carreiro. Dylan is facing a battle with stage 4 cancer and the community has stepped up to help his parents with medical bills, etc. As Dylan and his family entered the Townie gym for the game, they were met with thunderous applause and a standing ovation. Dylan was introduced as an honorary team captain and before the game Dylan was presented with gifts including a special game basketball and an autographed portrait of Red Sox David Ortiz. The crowd was asked to keep standing until EP scored its’ first basket, which they did while continually applauding. When the first basket was scored by junior forward Julia Andrade, chants of Dylan! once again rang throughout. After dazzling back to back scores by senior guard, captain Angie Leonardo made the score 20-6, the Townies never looked back. EP defeated Mt. Hope by a score of 48-27. The lady Townies have been playing great basketball of late and “Dylan’s” night was more of the same. Leonardo was the game’s leading scorer with 20 points and Shaniah Hazard scored 12 points as EP presented a strong offense and defensive effort. Also during January the Townies defeated Chariho 51-43, Tiverton 44-24, Rogers 52-33, Prout 52-35, Exeter/West Greenwich 57-41 and Lincoln 49-28. The Townies lost to East Greenwhich 49-46, West Warwick 57-47 and to Cranston East 66-39. The Townies Angela Leonardo is among the state leaders with an average of 17 points per game.
EPHS Boys Basketball
The Townies boys’ basketball team is entering February with solid momentum as they hope to make a run through the statewide championship tournament later this month and into March. With Smithfield leading Division I, followed by Hendricken, LaSalle and Classical; East Providence sits at 8-3 (10-3 overall) and playing well down the stretch. The Townies played Smithfield in a tough 68-53 loss earlier in January. “The score is not indicative of how the game played out,” said head coach Alex Butler. The Townies and Senitinels battled back and forth throughout a tight second half. With EP down 4 with 6 minutes to go, Smithfield went on a 12-0 run to blow open the game. “We had a few defensive gambles and mistakes that led to wide open threes and the Townies rushed a few possessions that didn’t help the cause. We also shot a season low 29% and were beaten on the boards by Smithfield,” said Butler. But at times the Townies played well with the league leaders. EP defeated Central High in a tight 58-55 match at Central. The Townies never trailed but did have an 11 point lead shrink to 1. “We didn’t have a good shooting night but the defense did enough to win the ball game for us,” said Coach Butler. In a road game at North Kingstown, EP took home a 57-47 win. “We trailed 30-25 at the half but turned in a great second half performance by holding North Kingstown to 17 second half points. Zack Veiga continued his solid play by turning in another doubledouble, with 29 points and 12 rebounds. Marcus McCarthy also had a double-double, with 12 points, 10 rebounds and 4 steals,” said Butler. EP also defeated a tough Classical High with a 68-58 win. Classical only has two loses and is poised for a tournament run. The Townies had 3 players in double figures led by Jarron Santos’
game high 22. “Marcus McCarthy worked hard to limit Classical’s leading scorer to 7 points and Adam Duarte worked hard inside,” said Butler. Coach Butler has tried to keep his team focused on the basics. “We are playing well but always with room for improvement. I think our success is really because of the hard work in practice. We can score also and our defense is there as well.” East Providence also defeated West Warwick 87-59, Cranston East 65-51, Woonsocket 86-78 and South Kingstown 54-45. EP lost to Mount Pleasant 74-69.
EPHS Wrestling
The East Providence High School wrestling team was snowed out of a Connecticut tournament in January’s first snowstorm. However the Townie wrestlers wouldn’t sit idle and were a late entrant into the 2016 George Schmeider Memorial Invitational held at Warwick Vets High School on Saturday. The Townies didn’t disappoint as they finished in 2nd place overall from a field of 19 participating high schools. East Providence featured individual 1st place champions with Christian Hussey 120, Mario Peoples 182 and James Nicoll 220. Finishing in 2nd place individually was Peter Leite at 126 lbs. In 3rd place was Constantino Capobianco at 106. Rounding out individual winners for the Townies were Jacob Estrada 113, David Sheldon 132 and Tyler Chagnon at 152. And a highlight for the Townie grapplers was the designation of the “Tournament Outstanding Wrestler Award” going to Mario Peoples. Peoples wrestles at 182 lbs and has been a mainstay of Townie wrestling. In a particularly exciting contest, Con Capobianco was battling in a close match when, with the score tied at 4, he scored a point to win his match with one second on the clock. The win enabled Capobianco to capture the third place win and help the team to its’ overall 2nd place finish at runner-up. “The guys have worked hard and we’ve been wrestling well. The team did well over the vacation break and I’m hoping they’ll make some noise in the state finals,” said veteran head coach, Tom Galligan.
EPHS Boys Indoor Track
The Townie Indoor Track team will enter the state championship finals in a 4th place tie with LaSalle with a 5-3 record. East Providence scored wins over Wheeler, Mount Pleasant, Moses Brown, Barrington and Hope. EP lost to LaSalle, Central and Classical. The Divisional Championship meet will be held on February 3rd at the Central/Classical Technical Fieldhouse.
EPHS Girls Indoor Track
The Girls indoor track team is also doing well as they sit in 4th place entering the state divisional finals. East Providence had January wins over Mount Pleasant, Ponagansett, Mt. Hope and Rogers. They lost to Prout, Central, Woonsocket and Chariho.
Bay View Basketball
Rhode Island defending state champion Bay View Academy is poised to defend their title later this month as they sit in 3rd place with an 8-4 record in Division I. In a rematch of last year’s state championship game, Bay View battled LaSalle right down to the wire. With only seconds to go in the game a couple of free throws put LaSalle ahead by one and the Maroon hung on for an exciting 41-40 win over Bay View. The Bengal wins in January were over Prout, Portsmouth (twice), Westerly, South Kingstown, Smithfield, North Kingstown and Coventry. The losses were against LaSalle and Barrington.
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Middle School Report Bay View
The Bengals basketball team is in 4th place with a 9-6 record. They have recent wins over Gaudet, Martin, Thompson, Riverside and Kickemuit.
Martin Middle
Wildcat wrestling, the defending middle school state champs, continue their undefeated run this season with wins over Westerly and Kickemuit in a tri-meet at Westerly in late January. The Wildcats are now 11-0 and leading the Eastern Division as they prepare for the state tournament coming up later in the month. Wildcat girls and boys basketball are struggling a bit but showing great effort with a chance to win many of the games they’re in.
Townie Hockey team giving a shout-out to classmate Dylan Carreiro.
Riverside Middle
The Vikings wrestling squad is firmly in 4th place with a 6-5 record in the Northern Division. They have recent wins over EWG, ParkView, Roger Williams, UCAP, Nathan Bishop and Narragansett. Vikings boys basketball is doing well at 7-6 in league play in 4th place. The girls have an impressive win over Gaudet.
BASKETBALL TRAINING
February Vacation Mini Camp Providence Country Day School 3 court facility in East Providence, RI BOYS and GIRLS Ages 6-14 *Campers are separated by age and ability*
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• Offensive Drills / Shooting Techniques • Individual Skills Competition • Court Awareness / Defensive Skills Stations • Fundamentally Based Scrimmages
For more info call Frank Luca at 401-639-0814 or Register on-line @ www.1on1basketball.com Riverside Middle School played in the Dr. Kevin Hurley Middle School annual boys' basketball tourney in Seekonk and took home the championship trophy for first prize. Also both Martin and Riverside Middle Schools competed in the state Junior Varsity wrestling tournament. A school champion isn't awarded at junior varsity level but Martin wrestlers took home 5 championship medals. Medal winners were Eric Robinson, Jansell Martinez, Jonah Ashley-Friedman, Cam Cabral and Denzy Suazo. RMS wrestler Shane Haynes also won a championship medal.
R.I. FOOTBALL ALL STATE
The Rhode Island Interscholastic league announced its’ football All-State selections for the past season. Townie players selected are: First Team Division I, Tommy Lopes RB/DB. Second Team Division I: Cameron Almeida OL. All Division I, 1st Team, Tommy Lopes RB, Paulo Pereira DB, Cameron Almeida OL. All Division I 2nd Team, Ryan Ellinwood, Mario Peoples and Dylan Bochicchio. (If you would like to see more sports coverage of your school or team program, please write; bobrodericks@gmail.com)
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Love is in the Air... A Tisket A Tasket A Valentine’s Day Basket: 5 Ways To Send A Message Of Love
(BPT) - Valentine’s Day is a time for building memories and connections with your child to show the special people in your life you care. With so many options for gifts and little ways to show how you feel, it’s hard to decide where to start... and why limit the fun? This year, start a new tradition by creating a basket full of treats and fun activities your whole family will love. Hershey is making Valentine’s Day unforgettable this year with family-fun filled treats to create lasting memories and help you send a “message of love” to your other Valentine - your kids - with baskets full of new and classic treats. From candy to baked goods to activities you can do together, here are five basket themes you can consider to help send a message of love this Valentine’s Day!
Scavenger Hunt Basket
Show your playful side and include written clues in a basket full of goodies to start a Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt. Hide sweet treats around the house along with little messages of love, so when your loved ones find them, they will know you are always thinking of them. Or, simply hide new HERSHEY’S KISSES Conversation Candies featuring sayings such as “XOXO” and “BE MINE” on each foil (sold exclusively at Target) around the house. Telling someone how you feel couldn’t be easier when the chocolate treats say it for you.
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Create a basket that helps celebrate your kids and everything that makes them unique. Add touches that show your child’s personality and create a personalized themed basket all about them. Include fun items that make their favorite activity more special - from festive colored pencils for the artist to a new baseball glove for the athlete, personalized baskets help make the celebration much more fun. Sweeten the deal with your child’s favorite treats such as new HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate; KIT KAT AND REESE’S Assortment Heart Box; JOLLY RANCHER Bites; or REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup Miniatures 7-oz. Heart Box.
Reading is a great way to spend time with your kids. Make the simple gifts exciting again and fill a basket with your favorite books and corresponding props for your little cuties this Valentine’s Day. Read the books together and use the props to create sweet memories, reenacting your favorite parts of the story together. Spend Valentine’s Day playing pretend with your little ones - from discovering new worlds, befriending dragons to building fairy fortresses out of pillows, playing pretend will create special moments that will last a lifetime.
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Spending time with your loved ones is a great way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Create a game night basket the whole family is sure to love. Make things a little more fun by creating your own game or playing an old classic using HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate Hearts filled with Caramel as playing pieces. You can even play tic-tac-toe or checkers using HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate Hearts and HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolates as the tokens. This Valentine’s Day basket is a sure what to make game night a whole lot sweeter.
Sprinkle Your Valentine with Love Basket
What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with an activity you can do together? Pull together a fun basket of goodies with different ingredients for a delicious baked good you can make together. Need inspiration? HERSHEY partnered with Betty Crocker to create fun recipes such as these “Sweetheart Cookies,” perfect for Valentine’s Day: continued on page 42...
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Valentine's Day is Sunday, February 14th What You’ll Need: 1 pouch BETTY CROCKER sugar cookie mix (Butter and egg called for on cookie mix pouch) 2 tablespoons GOLD MEDAL allpurpose flour 3 tablespoons white sparkling sugar or granulated sugar 3 tablespoons coarse pink sparkling sugar or pink decorator sugar 1 tablespoon instant coffee powder or granules About 36 HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolate Candies, unwrapped
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Bridgepointe Christian Church Launches “Give Love Away” Initiative During February
Throughout the month of February, BridgePointe Christian Church, 850 Waterman Ave., East Providence, is bringing a new dimension to the celebration of love. BridgePointe wants to help people find ways to “Give Love Away” because the best way to celebrate love is to share it with others. In addition to sending its own people to serve the community, BridgePointe hopes to help individuals in the community find ways to love and serve others. Give Love Away is a series of events that provide diverse opportunities for people of all ages to care for their community. Service events include giving free coffee and cocoa to people downtown, delivering flowers and valentines to residents in local assisted living facilities, and serving the under-resourced of Greater Providence. The church has been committed to loving and serving its community since it first started in March of 2013. BridgePointe has most effectively done this by partnering with local businesses and community organizations such as the East Providence Parks and Rec Department and the East Providence Seekonk Rotary Club. Through these and other partnerships, the church has been able to host annual events such as the free Family Festival and Egg Hunt (coming again in March), The Back to School Fair, and the East Providence Coat Give Away. BridgePointe believes that if the church is doing its job, the community will be better because of it. Anyone interested in participating in “Give Love Away” is urged to visit www.BridgePointeChristian.com/events/ for more information or to sign up to be a part of Give Love Away.
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Beginning on January 16th , over 696,000 packages of delicious Girl Scout cookies will be transported from the shelves of Paul Arpin Van Lines warehouses to customers in Rhode Island, southeastern Massachusetts, and Pawcatuck, CT. Thin Mints, the most popular Girl Scout cookie, will be sold along with Peanut Butter Patties, Lemonades (which will celebrate its 10th Anniversary!), Thanks-A-Lots, Caramel deLites, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Shortbreads, and Cranberry Citrus Crisps for $4 per package. Last season’s addition – gluten free “Trios” will again be available on a limited basis for $5 per package. The proceeds from Girl Scout Cookie sales remain in the local area - Rhode Island, southeastern MA and Pawcatuck, CT - and provide support for recruitment and training of volunteer leaders, outdoor programs and troop camping, camp and property maintenance, and educational programs. Troops use their proceeds for trips, events, and have the option to donate a portion of their proceeds to a community service project. The beneficiary of the 2016 Cookie Sale Service Project is The Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation. Katie was 13 years old when her life was taken by a drunk driver. She was a Girl Scout who believed in helping others and making the world a better place. The mission of The Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation is to promote youth leadership, to support education and to generate public awareness of the dangers of drunk driving and substance abuse. By educating the community about the dangers of drunk driving, Katie’s legacy can live on. To learn more about The Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation please visit: www.kdmf.org . Along with sales to friends and family, Girl Scouts will begin selling cookies at booth locations outside grocery stores and other retail locations. Booth sales generally take place through the end of March. Cookie lovers may find a nearby booth sale with ease by downloading the official Girl Scout Cookie Finder mobile app, available on iTunes or Google Play, or at www.gssne.org.
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MORE SPORTS The EPHS Competition Cheer Team
Moses Brown School Coach Eric Aaronian, of Rumford Name Coach of the Year
The EPHS Competition Cheer Team are the “Grand Champions” of the 2016 Co-ed Division, Ram Rumble. EPHS won the coed division and had high score of the meet which gave them Grand Champion status. The annual event featured 11 school from throughout Rhode Island and was held at LaSalle Academy. Head coach is Bobbie Simon and the squad Assistant Coaches are Chris and Chantel Ricci. The event was held today, January 30, 2016. This is the first event of several on the road to the State Finals in March. There is another multi-invitaional at EPHS on February 14th. “Once again our squad showed what hard work and determination can do. Nobody works harder than Coach Simon and these young people,” said Assistant Coach Chris Ricci after the competition today.
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AYSO BC United U17 Boys Take First Place At Forekicks In The U18 Division
On Thursday, Jan 28th the BC United team played a 1/2 match against Tiverton, to a 1 to 1 draw. Brandon Costa, Kyle Goncalves, and Marco Botelho scored PK’s to put BC United up 2 to 1 for the win. BC played the next match against a stellar Bayside United team, and won 5 to 3. Bayside dedicated the contest to one of their players who could not play for medical reasons, and the BC United team wishes him all the best as well. If you would like to learn more about AYSO, please visit our website.
Providence – Moses Brown School is proud to announce that Boys’ Varsity Head Coach Eric Aaronian, of Rumford, was named R.I. Private School Coach of the Year by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America; and as the Division II Coach of the Year by the Rhode Island Soccer Coach Association. This is his second time so honored by RISCA. Aaronian has been a member of the upper school science faculty since 2006, and is currently serving as the cross-divisional science chair. He has been head coach for the boys’ varsity team for the last seven years. “I am incredibly lucky to be able to coach such wonderful student-athletes,” says Aaronian. “They see the fields as an extension of the classroom and attack practice and games with as much effort and enthusiasm as they put into their schoolwork. It is easy for me to go to practice every day when I know I will be interacting with such great kids.” Moses Brown congratulates the MB boys’ soccer team for winning the Division II Sportsmanship Award for an unprecedented sixth year in a row. The Sportsmanship Award is voted on by the R.I. Coaches Association, recognizing the team that best displays integrity, character, and fair play during the entire season. “To be recognized by other coaches in the state as a team that brings the best out of their teams is testament to the type of student-athletes we have here at MB,” states Aaronian. “Doing our best, respecting our opponent, and playing the game the right way is part of our culture and it is humbling to see those core values recognized publicly for the last six years.”
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This Month at Blithewold Valentine Teddy Bear Tea Sunday, February 14 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sweeten your family’s Valentine celebration at Blithewold Mansion! Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal along to this special par-”tea” in the Mansion’s elegant dining room. Enjoy teddy bear treats and drink tea & cocoa from our dainty tea cups with your “beary” special friends! Play dress-up with your teddy bears, because after our delicious tea, each guest will have a photo session with their cuddly friend and enjoy a Valentine craft activity. Advance registration is required. Limited seating, $22 Children, $32 Adult.
engagement to the lovely Pamela Girard (owner of Ananda Hair Lounge right here in Warren!) the stage was set for me to fulfill my hearts longing. My hope for Eli’s Kitchen is for it to be the community choice for locals in search of a humble yet delicious meal in a welcoming atmosphere. Drawing inspiration from an eclectic range of culinary influences, I wish for nothing more than to make folks happy by serving them interpretations of my favorite meals. Eli’s Kitchen also caters to folks with food sensitivities and preferences. From vegan, to locally sourced beef, to craft beer and everything in between, Eli’s Kitchen truly has something for everybody! Tickets are $75 per person and must be purchased in advance. Seating is limited so make your reservation early. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum, 101 Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809
Opera Providence Concert Series Sun, February 14th, 2016 at 3:00pm "Happy Valentine’s Day”
Join us for Elegance and Opulence at Blithewold Mansion and Gardens, accompanied by wine tasting and desserts. From Cupid’s Dart to your Heart! Romantic arias and duets from operas you all love. Price per performance - $40 per person, $70 per couple Members receive a $5 discount per person and $10 discount per couple. For tickets and reservations, please call Dr. DeRobbio at the Opera Providence office: 401-331-6060. Limited seating, so make your reservations early.
Daisy Doll Tea Party
Mon, February 15 (Presidents’ Day) 11:00am - 1:00pm
Blithewold Mansion cordially invites you to a special Daisy Doll tea party in honor of Marjorie Van Wickle Lyon’s collection of over 150 dolls from around the world! Guests are invited to bring their favorite doll for a special tea party. Attendees will view some of the dolls in Blithewold’s collection, enjoy tea, scones, tea sandwiches, and other dainty delights in the Mansion’s beautiful Dining Room. Guests will also make adorable clothespin dolls to take home and enjoy other fun surprises! Advance registration is required. Limited seating, $22 Children, $32 Adult.
The Chef ’s Table Dinner Series:
Join us for an intimate culinary experience. Guests have an opportunity to meet and enjoy a specially prepared menu by some of RI’s top young talent. Each dinner will be an expression of the individual chef’s unique style and will represent seasonal, local and preserved ingredients.
Sun, February 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm: Chef Eli Dunn
Chef Eli Dunn: My lifelong dream has always been to open my own restaurant and carry on the tradition started by my mother’s beloved Seekonk eatery, Phoebe’s Fish and Chips. With over twenty years of kitchen experience under my belt and a serendipitous
Three Newport Mansions Open Daily for the Winter; Additional Houses to Open Mid-March
(Newport, RI) For the first time, three Newport Mansions are remaining open daily for tours through the winter months. The Breakers (1895), The Elms (1901) and Marble House (1892) are now operating daily year-round, contributing to Newport’s growth as a destination in the so-called “shoulder seasons.” “Over the last few years, we have gradually expanded the length of our Newport Mansions operating season, and visitors have responded,” said Trudy Coxe, CEO & Executive Director of The Preservation Society of Newport County. “By keeping more houses open during the winter months we are also supporting our colleagues in Newport’s hospitality industry, by offering visitors more reasons to visit and stay in Newport in the off-season.” Guide-led tours will be featured at all three houses during the winter months, with self-guided audio tours available at The Breakers during some busier time periods. Visit www.NewportMansions. org or call (401) 847-1000 for details about the operating schedule and ticket prices. The schedule is subject to change. On March 19, 2016, two additional houses, Chateau-sur-Mer (1852) and Kingscote (1841), will open for the season. On May 21, all remaining Preservation Society properties - Rosecliff (1901), Green Animals Topiary Garden (c.1860), Hunter House (c.1748), Isaac Bell House (1883) and Chepstow (1861) - will open for daily tours. The Preservation Society of Newport County, Rhode Island is a non-profit organization accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and dedicated to preserving and interpreting the area’s historic architecture, landscapes and decorative arts. Its 11 historic properties—seven of them National Historic Landmarks—span more than 250 years of American architectural and social development.
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Audubon Society Of Rhode Island Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. A complete listing of activities and programs are detailed in the Audubon Nature Tours and Programs, a free guide to connecting with the natural world. Register online at www.asri.org or call (401) 949-5454.
February with Audubon Means Frosty Fun!
February 2016 Programs and Events for Children and Families - School Vacation Week Events -
Pack up the kids, grab their warm mittens, and head out for winter walks and owl prowls. Or if staying warm and cozy is more to your liking, join Audubon for story times, vacation week nature programs, or eco arts and crafts. Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. A complete listing of activities and programs are detailed in the Audubon Nature Tours and Programs, a free guide to connecting with the natural world. Register online at www.asri.org or call (401) 949-5454.
Animal Tales
February 4 & 5, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Enjoy a nature story with your preschooler each month. Programs include a story with a nature lesson followed by a craft. Often a live animal comes to visit! See below for dates and times. February 4 & 5, 2016: One Winter’s Day by M. Christina Butler. Audubon Environmental Education Center. Program Fee: $5/member child, $7/ non-member child; Ages: Ages 3-5. Register online www.asri.org
Audubon Locations:
Audubon Environmental Education Center 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI. Fort Nature Refuge 1443 Providence Pike (Rt. 5), North Smithfield, RI Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge Maple Valley Road, Coventry, RI Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Prudence Island, RI
Lunar New Year Hike
February 5th 5:00 – 6:30 pm
Cultures around the world celebrate Lunar New Year. Join Audubon for an evening hike and family activities to celebrate this special night! Take a guided walk on our refuge and then warm up with hot chocolate, a craft, and lunar-themed stories from around the world. Please come dressed for the outdoors. Adult must accompany child. Please register in advance. Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, Seekonk, MA. Program Fee: $5/member child, $7/nonmember child. Ages: 4+. Register online at www.asri.org.
Citizens Bank Free Family Fun Day
February 6th 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission to the Audubon Society of Rhode Island’s Environmental Education Center will be free on the first Saturday of every month, courtesy of a grant from Citizens Bank. Families can explore environmental exhibits representing Rhode Island’s diverse habitats, from upland meadow and cornfields to wetlands, salt marshes and the Narragansett Bay shoreline. Situated on the beautiful 28-acre McIntosh Wildlife Refuge, visitors can enjoy nature trails.
We Love Birds
Share your love for our feathered friends this winter! Join Audubon for a full day of bird activities. Make a bird-seed valentine, create your very own bird feeder from natural and recycled materials, and get up-close with an amazing owl. - Spot the Bird - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Find all ten birds hidden in the exhibit hall and get a prize! - Bird Seed Valentine Craft Table: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. - Nature Story: 10:00 a.m., 2:30 p.m. - Owl Presentation: 11:30 a.m. - Build a Feeder or Bird House: 1:30 p.m. Use recycled materials to build your own bird feeder or bird house. Audubon Environmental Education Center.
Animal Tales
February 10th. Times vary, see below.
Enjoy a nature story with your pre-
schooler each month. Programs include a story with a nature lesson followed by a craft. Often a live animal comes to visit! See below for dates and times. February 10, 2016: Owl Babies by Martin Waddell Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge 11:00 am-12:00 pm and 1:00–2:00 pm; Program Fee: $5/member child, $7/nonmember child; Ages: Ages 3-5. Register online www.asri.org
Junior Naturalists for Homeschooled Families
February 11 & 12, 10:00-11:00 am
Join other home-schooled kids to learn about nature and science! This hour-long program will introduce participants to a different topic each class, with hands-on experiments and nature-based activities that are sure to foster a love of the natural world. Classes are limited to 15 children, so please register early. Adult must attend with child. February 11 & 12: Night Life Classes are held from 10:00-11:00 am Audubon Environmental Education Center. Program Fee: $5/member child, $7/non-member child. Ages: 6+. Register online www.asri.org.
Eco-stories and Art
February 13, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bring a snack and relax while an Audubon naturalist reads a nature story. Then create a unique work of art from different recyclable materials and found objects. Will it be a bouquet of flowers made from plastic bottles? A bird’s nest made from scrap paper and yarn? Join us and find out! No registration required. Audubon Environmental Education Center. Program Fee: $3 materials fee plus admission. Ages: All.
February 15 - 19, 2016 February Vacation Week
Audubon Environmental Education Center. 9:45-10:45 am Looking for family fun during February school vacation week? Head to Audubon and learn about how animals live, make a special meal for the birds, and meet some of our resident animal friends! Nature Crafts: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Nature Story: 10:00 am and 1:00 pm Animal Interview: 1:30 pm Nature programs are held each day at
February 2016 The Reporter 11:00 am and are recommended for ages 6 and up. Free with admission, no registration is required. Monday, February 15: Hibernation Investigation - Where do chipmunks, woodchucks and bats go in the winter? Find out which of our animal friends spend winter deep in sleep, and how they survive the snow and ice. Come play some hibernation games and make a special craft. Tuesday, February 16: Cooking for the Birds – Become a “bird chef” and create unique and tasty dishes for feathered friends in your backyard. Recipes are from the book “Cooking for the Birds” by Adele Porter. Will we make a Tweet-Tweet Trail Mix or perhaps a Suet Sundae? Come find out! Wednesday, February 17: Owl Power Movie Screening - Follow the lives of two barn owl chicks in the kid-friendly movie “Owl Power” on our big screen, and then meet a live owl! Thursday, February 18: Who left those footprints in the snow? Was it a deer, a squirrel, or even a fox? Come learn about the different tracks and signs left by animals you might see here at the wildlife refuge. Friday, February 19: “Night Life” - What do animals do at night? Learn about the amazing senses of nocturnal animals and test your own sight, hearing, and sense of smell. Can you see like an owl? Hear like a fox? Come find out! 10:00 am-3:00 pm; Program Fee: Free with Admission. Ages: All.
February 16 – 19, 2016 February School Vacation Week
Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge 2:00 – 4:00 pm Two Toad Tales Come experience two transformative tales about the “lowly” toad. After our tales, meet a live amphibian and learn all about these amazing animals. February 16, 2016; 11:00 am-12:00 pm; Program Fee: $5/member child, $7/non-member child. Ages: 3+. Register online at www.asri.org
Rockin’ Reptiles
Rhode Island has a lot of awesome reptiles. Join Audubon and learn about the ones who live here and discover where they can be seen. We will start out with a talk on all the native species and follow it up with a visit from some live reptiles. February 16, 2016; 2:00-3:30 pm; Program Fee: $10/ member adult, $5/member child; $14/nonmember adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 6+. Register online at www.asri.org
Fred’s TV
Fred is very frustrated when his TV breaks but in the days following, he discovers some amazing things are happening in his yard! After the story, make a bird feeder to take home. February 17, 2016; 11:00 am-
12:00 pm; Program Fee: $8/member child; $10/non-member child; Ages: 4+. Register online at www.asri.org
Colonial Candlemaking
Come make an old fashioned handdipped candle! We will discuss the use of beeswax and bayberry in old-time candles and each participant will create their own hand-dipped candle to take home. February 17, 2016; 2:00-3:30 pm; Program Fee: $10/member, $14/non-member. Ages: 5+. Register online at www.asri.org
The Salamander Room (with live animal visitor)
A little boy finds a beautiful salamander. He wants desperately to take it home, but his mother isn’t so sure a little boy’s bedroom is a good place for such a special creature. Meet a live salamander after the story. February 18, 2016; 11:00 am-12:00 pm; Program Fee: $5/member child, $7/ non-member child. Ages: 3+. Register online at www.asri.org
Big Hawk, Little Hawk
Meet two live raptors - a Red-tailed Hawk and an American Kestrel - the largest and the smallest hawk that are found in Rhode Island. Come learn about the lives of these amazing birds and their adaptations. We’ll also examine preserved feathers, wings and talons in this unique program! February 18, 2016; 2:00-3:30 pm; Program Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/ non-member adult, $7/non-member child. Ages: 3+. Register online at www.asri.org
Build a Bluebird House
You can help bluebirds and other cavity-nesting birds survive in your area by providing them with a sturdy nesting box to use. Participants will learn about bluebirds and other cavity nesters, when and where to place the nest box, and how to care for it. Each adult/child pair will get one kit to complete. Additional kits may be purchased for $20 each. February 19, 2016; 2:00-3:30 pm; Program Fee: $25/member adult-child pair; $30/non-member adult-child pair; $20 each additional kit. Ages: 6+. Register online at www.asri.org
How Art and Stories Can Protect Our Oceans Workshop for Middle School Students February 16th 1:00 – 3:00 pm
“Plastic pieces in the ocean outnumber plankton 36 to 1!” “More than a million sea birds die each year from eating or getting tangled in plastic!” Spewing statistics is not enough to inspire people to protect the environment. So, what other strategies do we have? In this workshop, we’ll look at how storytelling affects emotions and how combining art, science and stories can be a powerful tool to change our world for the
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better. This workshop will explore how to tell a good story and include practice by using art in pen, pencil, and watercolor. Audubon Environmental Education Center. Program Fee: Free with Admission. Ages: 11+.
Owls of New England
February 19th 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Did you know there are several species of owls that live right here in New England? Some might live right near your back yard! We’ll take a pictorial look at our native owls, hear their calls, learn about their amazing adaptations, and end with a visit from a live owl. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge Program Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $14/non-member adult, $7/nonmember child. Ages: 6+. Register online at www.asri.org
Winter Birding Cruise
February 28th 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join Audubon and Save The Bay for a Winter Birding Cruise. Come explore explore coves, islands and points along the shores of Aquidneck, Conanicut and Prudence Islands looking for Harlequin, Goldeneyes, and Long-tailed Ducks, Scoters and more. Winter seals may be spotted as well! Audubon and Save the Bay educators will provide expert guidance. Bundle up, because no birder wants to miss these special two hour trips! Reserve your spot now, as space is limited. Cruise departs from Bowen’s Wharf in Newport. Departs from Bowen’s Ferry Landing, Market Square, Newport, RI; Program Fee: $40/member (Audubon Society of Rhode Island or Save the Bay), $50/non-member; Ages 12+. Register online at www.asri.org
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St. Margaret School News St. Margaret School Students Collect Donations for Breadlines
A display of angels decorated by St. Margaret School students lines the walls of the school corridor. Students colored and cut out the angels at home and sent it back to the school with donations ranging from $1-$5 each to support Breadlines, a group of volunteers that feed and assist the homeless in Rhode Island. The school does annual fundraisers to support Breadlines and alternates each year between selling t-shirts and decorating “angels for the homeless.” The fundraising efforts are led by Extended Day Director Carleen McCoy. The school has raised several thousand dollars for this important cause over the past 12 years. The angels surround a permanent memorial to Eric Valdepenas, a 1999 St. Margaret School graduate who lost his life in military service to our country while he was on duty in Iraq.
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St. Margaret School Alumni Attain Distinguished Status
On February 3 St. Margaret School in Rumford honored four of its alumni at its inaugural Distinguished Alumni Awards as part of its Catholic School Week celebration. Coventry resident Rebecca Songolo; Veronica (Burns) Procopio of Rumford; and Colleen McCarthy of Bristol were honored for their outstanding academic, career and community achievements. In addition to receiving an award for this accomplishment, the distinguished alumni also participated in a panel discussion with St. Margaret middle school students. “St. Margaret School prepares students by providing a strong educational foundation while instilling strong values,” said Guy Alba, Ed.D., St. Margaret School Principal. “These awards are a wonderful way to recognize our notable alumni and inspire our current students.” Rebecca Songolo has fond memories of St. Margaret School, which includes some of the life lessons she learned from her teachers. Songolo graduated from Bay View Academy where she was 10th in her class. With a degree in Water Resource Management from the University of New Hampshire and a passion for doing the right thing, Songolo joined the Peace Corps. She volunteered in Africa where she taught about water sanitation and proper hygiene. She currently works for the Narragansett Bay Commission in Providence. Songolo credits her formative years at St. Margaret School with instilling good Christian values as one of the reasons she was accepted into the Peace Corps. A lifelong Rumford resident, Veronica (Burns) Procopio still thinks of the 9th grade class trip to the United Nations in New York as the highlight from her years at St. Margaret School. Procopio graduated from Providence College where she was a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She spent her career in education—as a teacher and a principal. Procopio says that the strong faith-based education, along with the care and nurturing guidance she received at St. Margaret School set a strong foundation of hard work and dedication to everything in her life. If you ask Colleen McCarthy to think back on her years at St. Margaret School, she recalls the joy and excitement from the annual Christmas concerts—a tradition that continues through today. She believes that the education she received at St. Margaret School laid the path for her future success because it gave her the discipline to see things through to the end. McCarthy also credits her Christian education for her desire to affect positive change in the world. Her academic achievements are nothing short of impressive: She graduated from Boston College in 1990 and went on to get her MBA from the University of Maryland and a law degree from George Washington School of Law. She has spent her career in public service, including a number of years working for President Clinton. She currently helps Rhode Islanders in need by doing work on behalf of RIte Care. “I am so proud of all of our students. Our teachers work very hard to give them the building blocks of success,” said Dr. Alba. “I appreciate that these alumni took the time out of their busy schedules to speak to our students. I want them to see that they can achieve their dreams too,” he added.
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Bay View News Bay View Academy Middle and Upper School Students Triumph at Scholastic Art Competition Visual Arts Chairperson Tops List as Teacher with Most Student Awards
East Providence, RI – Bay View Academy Middle and Upper School students earned a total of 16 awards and seven Honorable Mentions in the Scholastic Art Award competition on January 9th. Two Bay View students were honored with coveted Gold Key awards in the Portfolio category. They are Yangyan Sun (senior, East Providence, RI) and Jiwon Ha (senior, Warwick, RI). Kaitlin Brannon (Warwick, RI), now a freshman at Bay View, won a Gold Key in sculpture for work completed in Bay View’s eighth grade. The sculpture was also named an American Vision Nominee (Best in Show). Senior Abigail Tidwell (Rehoboth, MA) was awarded a Gold Key for Mixed Media, as well as the General Federation of Women’s Club of Rhode Island Award. Bay View Academy’s Middle and Upper School art students study under the direction of Jean Petisce-Lynch (Seekonk, MA), Mary Jane Andreozzi (Seekonk, MA) and Margaret Harris (Warwick, RI). Mary Jane’s students earned 8 gold and silver keys, which is the highest of any one teacher. Additionally, Bay View won the most awards in the state (named award and keys combined), tying the Wheeler School for the highest number of Gold and Silver Keys awarded in the state. The awards ceremony for Gold and Silver Key winners took place at the O’Hare Academic Center at Salve Regina University on Sunday, January 24th. An exhibition of the award winning student artwork will be on display at Salve Regina’s Hamilton Gallery through January 30th. A gallery of the award winning artwork can be seen on the Bay View Academy website at www.bayviewacademy. org/ScholasticArtAwardGallery2016. Seniors Yining (Avy) Liu and Sihan Xu, both Gold Key recipients, have already received college acceptance letters to a variety of art and fashion programs. Avy was accepted to Central Saint Martins in London and Sihan was accepted to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Maryland Institute of Contemporary Art and Maine College of Art. Bay View Academy Scholastic Art Award Winners --Cyanne Mitchell (junior, East Providence, RI): Silver Key, Painting Teacher: Margaret Harris, Upper School --Yangyan Sun (senior, East Providence): Silver Key, Drawing and Illustration, and Gold Key, Portfolio Teacher: Mary Jane Andreozzi, Upper School --Abigail Tidwell (senior, Rehoboth, MA): Gold Key and General Federation of Women’s Club of Rhode Island Award, Mixed Media Teacher: Mary Jane Andreozzi, Upper School Honorable Mention: Casey David, freshman, Rehoboth, MA Lily Gucfa, freshman, Rehoboth, MA Cyanne Mitchell, junior, East Providence, RI
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Bay View Academy Middle School Girls Excel At First® Lego® League (FLL) State Championship
East Providence, RI – The St. Mary Academy Robotics Team (S.M.A.R.T.) participated in the FIRST® Lego® League (FLL) State Championship at Roger Williams University on January 16th. The all-girls team earned 1st Place for Mechanical Design and 3rd Place for the Robot Table Challenge. The S.M.A.R.T. girls prepared for the competition under the direction of their teacher and coach, Linda Grasso (West Kingston). Robotics is an elective within Bay View’s Middle School curriculum. Rylee Marin of East Providence, RI is a member of S.M.A.R.T. and enrolled in the robotics class.
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Scholastic Art Awards at PCD
Every year, PCD art teachers submit student artwork to be evaluated by judges at the Scholastic Art Awards. The artwork is separated into 16 categories, and judged against other pieces created with a similar medium. The Scholastic Art Awards recognize students for achievement in “things of the spirit and of the mind”, traits that the organization fears are undervalued at many schools in comparison to the awards and honors bestowed on talented athletes. This year, five PCD students won Scholastic Art Awards in a variety of categories. Eli Lederberg, ’16, won a gold key award in the sculpture category for a piece he named ‘The Presidentials.’ A 30x40 inch quilt, ‘The Presidentials’ depicts super heros as the candidates running for President of the United States in 2016—comic book style, with their names and super hero analogues stitched with thread. Max Liebhauser, also in the class of ’16, won a gold key award in the ceramics and glass category for a covered chattered porcelain jar. Chattering, an advanced ceramic technique, involves the use of a pliable metal tool to make regular, patterned imprints, creating decorative depressions on the surface. The last gold key was awarded to Louis Schlaker, ’21, in the printmaking category, for his untitled reduction print. Reduction is an embossment technique that requires the artist to cut out pieces of a rubber or wood block to create a design in relief, that can then be used as a stamp. In addition to the three gold key awards, PCD students Kate McLaughlin ’19, and Peder Schaefer ’20, each won silver key awards. Kate, a photographer, won for a portrait she took of her younger sister, while Peder, a sculptor, won for an intricate ceramic sculpture of a winged owl.
The gold key winners’ artwork will advance to the next level, where it will be judged nationally against gold key winners from every other region in the United States.
Time to Apply For Scholarships
East Providence residents who are high school seniors or who are undergraduates in college, community college, technical or vocational school are eligible to apply for a scholarship from Scholarship Foundation (SF) of East Providence. Last year SF of East Providence awarded more than $160,000 in scholarships. Each student receives a scholarship package of at least $1,000. Applications for graduating seniors are available in the guidance offices at East Providence High School, St. Mary’s Academy Bay View and at a number of parochial and private high schools in the area. Applications for seniors can also be obtained by contacting Susan Jordan, Scholarship Foundation Senior Awards Chair, at 401-437-0062 or schol.foundation.ep.suejordan@gmail.com. Completed senior application must be postmarked by March 18. A different application is needed for students already attending a four-year college or two-year career program. Enrolled applications can be obtained by contacting Alice Fontes, Scholarship Foundation Enrolled Awards Chair, at alicefontes@yahoo.com. Enrolled applications are not available at high schools. Completed applications for enrolled students must be postmarked by April 1.
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The Rotary Club of East Providence, RI /Seekonk, MA Rotary announces the deadline for its annual scholarship program for 2016. Each year, the Rotary Club awards $1,000 scholarship each to four graduating seniors from the following schools: East Providence High School; East Providence Career & Technical Center; Saint Mary’s Bay View Academy; and Seekonk High School. Deadline for the application is March 11, 2016. “The purpose of the scholarship is to reward a local high school student who best exemplifies the criteria of service, leadership and academic achievement,” states David Kent, 2015-16 president of the Rotary Club of East Providence/Seekonk, MA. “Consideration is also given to need, and applicants must be a resident of East Providence or Seekonk.” Interested students should obtain the official application form from their school guidance counselor. He/she would complete the application form and return it to their guidance counselor directly by the deadline. The Rotary Club’s Educational Trust Scholarship Committee then selects the recipients from a pool of the most deserving applicants submitted by each school’s guidance department. Chartered in 1946, the Rotary Club of East Providence, RI/ Seekonk, MA is a local club of Rotary International, based in Chicago, IL. Rotary is an organization of business and professional persons united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. The Rotary Club of East Providence/Seekonk meet at Chello’s Restaurant 911 Warren Ave. East Providence, RI each Monday at 12:15 pm. For more information, contact Club Service Director Stephen J. Propatier at 508-336-9007 or write: PO Box 14303, East Providence, RI 02914: or Web Site: http://www.epseekonkrotary.org
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Dunkin’ Donuts to Award $100,000 in College Scholarships for RI and Bristol County Students Dunkin’ Donuts Accepting Applications from Local High School Seniors for 100 Scholarships Submission Deadline is March 15th.
Dunkin’ Donuts and its franchisees across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts are pleased to announce the 21st annual Dunkin’ Donuts Scholarship Program supporting area high school seniors preparing for college. Dunkin’ Donuts will award $1,000 each to 100 college-bound high school seniors from Rhode Island and Bristol County, Mass., as part of the Dunkin’ Donuts Scholarship Program. Scholarship awards are based on the student’s academic excellence, leadership qualities and community involvement. Applications for the Dunkin’ Donuts Scholarship Program will be available beginning February 1, 2016. Interested applicants can visit www.dunkindonuts.com/scholarship or any Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant in Rhode Island or Bristol County, Mass., for more information. The deadline to submit applications is March 15, 2016. Over that last two decades, Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees have provided more than $2 million in tuition assistance grants to students to help further their education, demonstrating the franchisees’ long-standing commitment to supporting youth and education programs in their communities. “We know that paying for college can be a struggle for many families in our communities, so we’ve committed every year to help make college dreams a reality for 100 outstanding students and their families,” said Joe Prazeres, Dunkin’ Donuts Rhode Island franchisee. “Every year, we’re amazed by the talent and determination of these young people, and we’re honored to support their journeys to college.” Applicants to the Dunkin’ Donuts Scholarship Program must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Be a high school senior who plans to enroll in a course of study. Students must be enrolled at least part-time in a baccalaureate degree program at an accredited college or university, an associate degree program at an accredited junior or community college, or a certificate program at an approved vocational or technical institute. • Be a resident of Rhode Island or Bristol County, Massachusetts. For more information and a complete list of Scholarship Program eligibility requirements, please visit www.dunkindonuts.com/ scholarship or Dunkin’ Donuts locations in Rhode Island and Bristol County, Mass. Applications must be received by March 15, 2016 for consideration. The Dunkin’ Donuts scholarship program is managed by Scholarship America. For more information about Dunkin’ Donuts, please visit www. DunkinDonuts.com or follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ DunkinDonuts) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/DunkinProv).
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Dave Says Seminary Money
Dear Dave, My wife and I recently followed your plan and became debt-free, and we’re committed to never going back there again. Currently, I work for the state but I’ve been feeling God’s calling to the ministry. We’ll get an income tax refund of about $4,500 this year, and we’ve both agreed to put that money toward my first semester of seminary training. Does this, along with saving money as we go, sound like a good way to pay for this? —Bradley Dear Bradley, I love the move to get out of debt, and the fact that you and your wife are determined never to go back there. If you truly feel that you’re being called by God to be a pastor or some other form of ministerial work — and you’re both in agreement on how to make it happen — I think that’s great, too. Just remember your promise to stay away from debt in making it happen. But I did hear one problem you need to fix. You should stop having so much income tax withheld from your paychecks. That $4,500 you mentioned is the result of one or both of you overpaying your taxes. For the future, make sure to adjust your withholdings $375 a month. It’s always better to have the cash you earn in your pocket rather than parking it with the IRS interest-free every year. Best of luck in your new career, Bradley! —Dave
Avoid the gimmicks
Dear Dave, What kinds of insurance should I avoid? —Rhonda Dear Rhonda, Well, in the life insurance world, you should buy only term life insurance. Avoid any kind of insurance that has a savings program built into it — things like whole life, universal life and variable life. Another thing to avoid is return of premium. This is where an insurance company charges you extra, but gives all your premium money back if you don’t use the policy. It sounds good, but if you’d just invest the extra you pay for that stuff, you’d get all your premiums back, and more, whether you used the insurance or not! I also don’t recommend gimmick insurances, like double indemnity for accidental death. Think about it. You’re not double-dead if you die by accident; you’re just dead. Your family needs the same amount of money whether you die by accident or heart attack. If you have a family, I suggest 10 to 12 times your annual income in a good, level term policy. Also, stay away from cancer insurance policies. Your regular health insurance policy should include cancer coverage. If it doesn’t, you’ve got a crummy policy and you need to get a better one right away. So, for the coverage you do need, we’re looking at level term life insurance, good health insurance, long-term disability and homeowners and/or renters insurance. Throw in auto coverage and, once you hit age 60, long-term care insurance and you’re pretty much set! —Dave *Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover, EntreLeadership and Smart Money Smart Kids. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8.5 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.
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East Providence Senior Center News
610 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914 Phone 435-7800 Dining Room Ext. 2 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.
January Features
Monday, Feb. 1st Tax Preparations 9:00am Tuesday, Feb. 2nd Wellness Screenings 9:00am Wed, Feb. 3rd Clinical Lab 8:30am Stroke Club 1:30pm Friday, Feb. 5th Blood Pressures 10:30am Monday, Feb. 8th Tax Preparations 9:00am Caregivers Support 10:30am Tuesday, Feb. 9th Country Gardens 10:30am Wed, Feb. 10th Blood Pressures 10:30am Monday, Feb. 15th CLOSED PRESIDENTS DAY Tuesday, Feb. 16th Chestnut Terrace 10:30am Thursday, Feb. 18th Retired Teachers 9:00am Blood Pressures 10:30am AARP Board Meeting 1:00pm Red Hatters 1:30pm Friday, Feb. 19th In-Sight Support Group 12:45pm Monday, Feb. 22nd Tax Preparations 9:00am Diabetes Ed 9:30am Tuesday, Feb. 23rd Blood Pressures 10:30am Wed, Feb. 24th RSVP Board Meeting 1:00pm Thursday, Feb. 25th Diabetes Support 1:00pm Monday, Feb. 29th Tax Preparations 9:00am Diabetes Ed 9:30am Computer Assistance 2:00pm
FREE Oral Health Screening Feb 9th, 9:30—Noon
Interested in taking care of your teeth and gums? Help us meet your needs. Participate in Rhode Island Department of Health’s Oral Health Screening. Participants will receive free dental products. Free oral exam by dental hygienist. Sign up in Health Office
Attracting Adults To Childhood Pastime Adult Coloring Club
Coloring is just for kids, right? Not anymore. Recently, adults across the country have picked up coloring books as a way to relax and unwind. The health benefits go beyond relaxation, and include exercising fine motor skills and training the brain to focus. The fact
that coloring is structured activates the logic part of the brain, and generates a creative mindset, said New York-based clinical psychologist Dr. Ben Michaelis. The trend has spread nationwide as adult coloring books are popping up on bestseller lists, and major publishers are producing the books in droves, with titles like The Mindfulness Coloring Book, Splendid Cities, The Time Garden, and Color Me Calm. Join us for adult coloring, the new craze which helps adults relax, de-stress and go back to that carefree feeling of not having a care in the world. If you would be interested in participating in adult coloring at the center, sign up in the Administration Office. Date and time will be determined on participants.
2016 Tax Information EBCAP January 14th to April 15th
Mon 9am to 6pm - Tues 9am to 2pm - Wed 9am to 2pm Breed Hall - Next to the Senior Center. Appointments Only 602.2115 or 680.3375 Tax Clinic is by appointment only and clients must meet income eligibility requirements of gross Income under $60,000. Clients cannot own rental property from which they derive income. Must bring the following to the appointment: a government issued picture ID, e.g. Driver’s License; Social Security Cards for themselves, spouse and all dependents; documentation for all income and expenses; Form 1095 for Health Insurance Coverage and their prior year return, especially important if they own their own home. For RI property tax credit, seniors and taxpayers with disabilities, will need rent receipts for previous three months and name and address for their landlord.
AARP Tax-Aide Program
Mon Feb 1st to April 11th 9am to Noon
Senior Center Seminar Room, First come first serve Free tax preparation service for taxpayers with low and middle income with special attention given to those age 60 and older. Please bring your social security card, pictured ID and last year’s tax return. Also bring all documents you had relating to any income you had during 2015.
Chestnut Terrace Nursing & Rehab Tuesday, February 16th 10:30 In our Lobby
Donald E. MacManus Attorney at Law
General Practice of Law Including: • Wills and Trusts • Real Estate • Personal Injury • Business & Commercial
Call (508)336-6440 309 Taunton Ave, Seekonk MA 02771 Licensed to practice in Massachusetts & Rhode Island
Chestnut Terrace Nursing and Rehab recognizes national cardio rehab week. Please stop by to visit Jennye to learn more about importance of various rehab and be automatically entered to win a Stop and Shop gift card.
Health Programs
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. 7 with any questions and to register. Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required.
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Blood Pressure Clinics 10:30—11:30am
Friday, Feb. 5th Orchard View Manor Wednesday, Feb. 10th Waterview Villa Thursday, Feb. 18th Evergreen House Tuesday, Feb. 23rd Hattie Ide Chaffee
Dieticians
Ann Marie Sabula and Mary Proietta, Registered Dieticians are available for appointments in the health office. They will counsel you in private about your personal nutritional needs and insurance covers these visits. They are also certified diabetes educators. To schedule a visit, stop by the health office or call us at 435-7800 Ext. 1
Meditation for You Fridays @ 11 am
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 this weekly meditation group. This program is free and open to all members.
Women and Infants Hospital Health Screenings Tuesday, Feb. 2nd 9-11:00am
Family Van Program is a community outreach program dedicated to preventative health screenings and health education. The screenings will consist of total cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressures. The free screenings are completely confidential and held in the Health Office.
Clinical Lab
Wednesday, Feb. 3rd @ 8:30am
East Side Clinical Lab draws blood work here the first Wednesday of the month. There is no pre-registration, just come in with the lab slip. East Side Clinical Laboratory is a full service laboratory with state of the art equipment, information systems and a variety of reporting options. Testing is completed in the most expeditious time frame possible and results delivered to our clients in an efficient and timely manner. East Side Clinical Laboratory’s mission is to maintain the highest standards of quality while providing our clients with unsurpassed personalized service.
Podiatrist
Thursday, March 3rd 8am.
Dr. Michael Reuter, Podiatrist, will be in the Health Office seeing patients. To schedule your appointment or if you have any questions call Dr. Reuter’s office directly at: 228-7887 and speak with Diane. Dr. Reuter accepts most health major insurance plans.
Support Groups Diabetes Support 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Open meeting held monthly for people with diabetes for mutual support. The group meets the fourth Thursday of each month.
Caregiver’s Support 10:30am - 11:30am
This support group is held the third Monday each month. The sessions offer support and sharing with others who are caring for loved ones.
Stroke Club
1:30pm - 3:00pm
The Stroke Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month and provides entertainment, education, support, socialization, refreshments, and transportation for stroke survivors and their caregivers.
In-Sight Support 12:45pm - 3:00pm
In-Sight offers programs and support in productive living for the vision impaired. The group meets the 3rd Friday of every month.
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 435-7800 Ext. 3. Other resources available are Living Will documents, Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare and more.
Mediation
Fridays 11am
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.
Exercise Programs Intermediate Yoga $3
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Aerobics
Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am $2
Instructor Karen Boyd gives members a great cardiovascular workout. Hand and ankle weights are used to tone and build your muscles.
Tai Chi
Tuesdays 11:00am $3
This ancient art form of exercise has been proven to reduce stress as well as chronic pain. It also reduces heart rate along with calming the mind and body.
Chair Exercise
Wed & Fri 10:45am No Charge
A proper balance of exercise and rest can help relieve stiffness and maintain or improve your joint mobility and muscle strength.
Fitness Center
Our fitness room is open Monday through Friday 8am - 4pm. The fitness room consists of treadmills, recumbent bikes, an elliptical stepper, hand weights, and six dual weight machines. Other features include a matted floor, mirrored walls, water, stereo, and cable TV. You must have approval from your physician to participate in this program. Forms can be obtained in the Administration Office. The fee is $40 for a one year membership. Membership: $15 Res; $20 Non-Res Fitness Room Membership $40 Single Resident - $45 Non-Resident $70 Couple Res - $80 Couple Non-Res
Fitness Consultant
Fridays 10:30-11:30am
Mike Maciel will be giving health/wellness tips, and safe exercise techniques. Mike, a life-long resident of East Providence, has fourteen years of experience in the physical therapy field as a (PTA) Physical Therapy Assistant. Currently, he serves as the Outpatient Coordinator for Evergreen Nursing & Rehabilitation in East Providence.
Classes
Watercolor
Tuesday 9:30am & 12:30pm $5
Mon & Wed 9am - Wed 7am
Come learn a form of watercolor for all levels of talent. Some of the fantastic artwork is displayed throughout the center.
Beginners Yoga $3
Thursday 1:00pm
Integrated YOGA for emotional/mental power. Flexibility, strength, balances, beauty, stretching, weight reduction, improved breathing, relaxation, and stress relief. All are components of our Yoga classes.
Mondays, 10:30am
Ballroom Dancing
Mondays 2:00pm $3
Crafts
Craft class makes dolls for Hasbro Children’s Hospital and cancer pillows for Women & Infants Hospital. Other “make and take” crafts will be taught.
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Daily Programs
Computer Games ~ Billiards Cards ~ Nutritional Lunch ~ Bocce Ball ~ Walking Track ~ Morning & Afternoon Coffee/Pastry
Leisure Programs
Bingo Tuesday 1:25pm Scrabble Wed & Fri 9:30am Meditation Class Friday 11:00am Library Daily 8-4pm Computer Games Daily Lower level Billiards Daily Lower level
Weekly/Monthly Programs Monday
9:00am Tax Prep (Feb. & March) 9:00am Intermediate Yoga 10:30am Beginners Yoga 10:30am Caregivers Support(4th Mon) 1:00pm Pokeno 2:00pm Ballroom Dancing
Tuesday
9:30am Aerobics Exercise 9:30am Watercolor Class 11:00am Tai Chi 12:30pm Watercolor Class 1:25pm BINGO
Wednesday
7:00am Beginners Yoga 8:30am East Side Lab(1st Wed) 9:00am Walking Club 9:00am Intermediate Yoga 9:00am Scrabble 10:45am Chair exercise 1:00am Cribbage 1:30pm Stroke Club(1st Wed)
Thursday
9:30am Aerobics Exercise 12:45pm Bridge 1:00pm Craft Class 1:00pm Diabetes Support(4th Thurs)
Friday
9:00am Billiards League 9:00am Scrabble 10:45am Chair exercise 11:00am Meditation Class 12:45pm In-Sight Support(3rd Fri) 1:20pm Hi Lo Jack League
Daily
Lunch Noon Library 8am—4pm Coffee Hour 2:15pm Fitness Center 8am—4pm
Gift Shop
Remember to visit our lovely gift shop located in the dining room area. We have a great selection of hand made items, gift cards, and snacks.
General Services
Elder Resource Specialist
Our Elder Information Specialist assists the elderly and their families in providing information/referral and assistance with accessing services and programs.
Nutrition Program
The center provides a nutritional meal to approximately 125 seniors per day. The Cranston Senior Center provides the meals.
Case Management / Senior Services
The center coordinates with East Bay Community Action Program Inc., for all casework and follow-ups. Protective Services Council, made up of city departments and mental health/social service agencies, meets monthly to discuss problems concerning the elderly.
Transportation
The center has two buses that are used daily for door-to-door transportation to and from the center.
Notary
This service is available in the Administration Office at no charge.
Seminars
Monthly social, educational, and financial seminars on topics relating to seniors.
Gift Shop
The gift shop has many different items for the convenience of the seniors. Small items from candy and greeting cards to jewelry, handmade items and crafts are available.
Card Games
Bridge Thursday 12:30pm Cribbage Tuesday 1:00pm Hi Lo Jack League Friday 1:20pm
Wii Bowling
Tuesday 10:15 - 11:45
Come join our very enthusiastic Wii Bowling Group every Tuesday. Using our large screen TV our participants have a great time bowling. If you have never tried this the group will teach you and you’re sure to pick it up quickly.
Computer/iPad Assistance
Monday, Feb. 29th 2pm to 4pm
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.
IRS-Trained Tax Preparers Available with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
East Bay Community Action’s RSVP Senior Corps program will once again have IRS-trained tax preparers available with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) to provide tax preparation services and assist in the promotion of the Earned Income Tax Credit. The EITC can reduce the federal tax one may owe and at times may result in a refund. The Income Eligibility Guideline to qualify for this no cost tax preparation program is a combined income of $60,000 and below. A person’s eligibility for the EITC is based on their earned wages and number of dependents. More details on the Earned Income Tax Credit income guidelines, and other tax credits, can be found on the IRS website. Call the offices of East Bay’s RSVP Senior Corps at 401.680.8375 to schedule a tax appointment at a location near you. VITA Sites include Bristol, East Providence, and Newport County. A license/formal ID and social security cards for the taxpayer and all dependents are mandatory.
Different Crimes, Same Advice
The Tale of the Psychic
Psychic Scams can rob you of your money and your emotional well-being. These fraudsters have no special psychic ability and are just out to make a quick buck—your buck. They promise to remove a bad luck curse, bring you great fortune in your future, or help you find your soul mate. The scammers are good at telling people exactly what they want to hear. But victims who fall for these scams not only throw their money away, they are taken on an emotional roller coaster ride that requires more and more money to get to their promised goal. And they never get there. Con artists scam millions of people every year and can seriously affect the lives of victims and their families. Postal Inspectors want to increase the awareness of all Americans, especially older Americans and their caregivers about the dangers of psychic schemes. You can help by learning to recognize fraudulent offers before they cause harm to you and your loved ones. You may be a target, but you can choose not to be a victim. Fraud is one of the few crimes in which victims can decline to participate—if they recognize the warning signs. That's why the U.S. Postal Inspection Service regards
February 2016 The Reporter consumer education as one of its top weapons in fighting fraudsters. Postal Inspectors across the country help consumers with understanding how they can avoid becoming a victim of scams including, illegal contest and sweepstakes schemes, billing scams, identity theft, and fraudulent investment "opportunities,"—to name a few. And there are also work-at-home schemes, rebate fraud, foreign lottery fraud—all through the mail. If there's illegal money to be made in connection with operating a mail fraud, you can bet a scam artist is doing it. Today, many consumers' receive their purchases by mail. Since older citizens are particularly vulnerable, it makes them easy prey for mail fraud operators. To make matters worse, these operators sell their ill-gotten target-marketing lists to other criminals, resulting in the repeated victimization of many elderly citizens.
What is Mail Fraud?
Mail Fraud is a scheme to get money or something of value from you, by offering a product, service, or investment opportunity that does not live up to claims. Prosecutors must prove the claims were intentionally misrepresented and that the mail was used to carry out the scheme. Although most mail order companies are honest and stand behind their products and services, there are criminals who give direct mail advertisers a bad name. They cheat people by peddling worthless products, medical quackery, and get-rich-quick schemes. Some fly-by-night fraudsters take your money and send you nothing. Unscrupulous businesses don't mind taking advantage of unwary customers. The scams are varied and plentiful. But you don't need to learn every variation of a scheme to help avoid becoming a victim. There's a common set of prevention measures that you can take to help you avoid a scam. Never rush into accepting an offer. While high-pressure tactics are used by even the most honest of salespersons, their use of these tactics should raise a red flag. Often imposing deadlines is a tactic designed to prevent you from seeking advice, or conducting research that could lead you to a different conclusion. If you're feeling pressured, hang-up or walk away. Ask the promoter for a call back number, or ask for the offer in writing. Honest businesses will allow customers time to consider their offer. Get offers, terms and guarantees in writing. If you're uneasy about a sales pitch from a telemarketer or other salesperson, ask for it in writing. You should also keep a record of it, including all mail and the envelopes. Not all deals start out as fraud. Sometimes, even legitimate offers turn sour. Honest people become desperate when they're unable to uphold their part of the deal, and resort to fraudulent practices to buy time, cover up their mistakes, or hide their misdeeds. Protect yourself! Certain contracts must be in writing by law, but you should consider getting any contracts or agreements in writing, to help avoid misunderstandings, and protect your legal remedies. Safeguard your personal information. When you choose to share your identifiers—such as your birth date, drivers license number, Social Security Number, passport, place of birth or residence, familial relationships, and work history, and this information winds up in the wrong hands it can be used to compromise your identity. Armed with this information, criminals may open new credit or financial accounts, buy cars, apply for loans or tax refunds, rent an apartment or even purchase a home. Special precaution should be taken when you choose to share your credit card information. Consider whether there is a legitimate reason for you to share this information with those requesting it. Various payment technologies exist—virtual or one use card numbers and payment services that may minimize the risk of sharing your information. Manage your virtual identity. Today, more than ever, we share vast amounts of information in the public domain. Through various forms of social media, we make available our family relationships, employment and education histories, social affiliations and friend-
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ships, and plans. Our lives are on display for many individuals to view at leisure. Managed sensibly, these social networks can help us build our relationships, bridge distances, and even advance our careers. In the hands of a criminal, however, this information provides a comprehensive profile of who we are—our professional and personal lives, as well as our schedules. Given this information, scammers effectively target us—using common interests. And always remember the old saying—if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
Don’t be a victim!
And if you think you have been, REPORT IT. REMEMBER: You should never give out personal information toSomeone who calls. The Government will not and does not call for this or any other personal information.
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Birth Announcements Rocco Quattrucci III
Ginevra Lee Kling
Rocco Quattrucci III Rocco & Tomi Quattrucci of East Providence announce the birth of their son, Rocco Quattrucci III, on Wednesday, July 29, 2015. He weighed 8 lbs and was 21 in. He was welcomed by his maternal grandparents Donna Andreozzi & David Raposa of East Providence and Raymond Andreozzi Jr. of Providence. Paternal grandparents Rocco & Cynthia Quattrucci Sr. of East Providence, and Big Sister Giada Rae.
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Ginevra Lee Kling with big sister Wyllow Jade Kling Joan Seifert Hofer of Riverside is pleased to announce the birth of her 2nd grandchild, Ginevra Lee Kling. Ginevra was born at Woman & Infants Hospital on December 15, 2015 and weighed 7 lbs. 8 Oz’s. Ginevra is the daughter of Karilee & John Kling of Pawtucket, formerly of Riverside. Ginevra was welcomed home by her big sister Wyllow Jade Kling. Ginevra is the great-granddaughter of Edith Seifert of Riverside. Ginevra is also the granddaughter of Lee Hofer of Manville and Linda & Ed Bjourklund of West Warwick.
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HUNGRY? find it in the... Dining Guide Healthy 5-Minute Breakfast Ideas The Whole Family Will Love
(BPT) - The alarm goes off and the morning mayhem begins. You quickly wake the kids from their dreamy slumNobody Delivers a Better Pizza. ber before jumping in the shower. As everyone hurries to get ready and out the door on time, there’s one critically important part of the day that often gets overlooked: a healthy breakfast. Research shows nutrients from a wholesome breakfast help provide sustainable energy while boosting concentration in the classroom and Pick up only, expires 3/12/16 at work. Breakfast also jumpstarts the Must present coupon at time of purchase. metabolism and can help reduce snacking and the temptation for unhealthy eating later in the day. Nonetheless, during those busy mornings it’s tempting to bypass breakfast to save a few minutes. It’s time to change breakfast bad habits for good! These five breakfast ideas aren’t just healthy and delicious, they take a mere 5 minutes or less to make so you save time and Apply in store feel your best every day. 1. Cereal sundaes 2777 Pawtucket Ave. Healthy cereal sundaes are simple to make and fun to eat. Start with a base: plain East Providence, RI 02914 yogurt which is loaded with beneficial probiotics. Then, set out a variety of healthy toppings 401-434-8345 and let everyone in the family customize their breakfast sundae. Bran cereal, fresh or dried fruit, chopped unsalted nuts and a drizzle of raw honey will gear you up for a great day. 2. Sprouted grain waffles Most toaster waffles use refined wheat flour often devoid of nutrients. Put a healthier breakfast waffle on the table in just 3 minutes when you toast Ezekiel 4:9(R) Sprouted Grain Waffles. Sprouted grains activate otherwise dormant nutrients to produce remarkable protein that keeps your family fueled. Learn more at www.FoodForLife.com. Top with a favorite nut butter and you have an energizing, nutrient-packed breakfast. 3. Microwave egg scrambles Fresh eggs are nutritional powerhouses packed with protein and vitamins A, D and E. Microwave egg scrambles taste like an omelet without the cooking hassles. Simply crack an egg into a coffee cup, add a tablespoon of milk and beat until mixed. If desired, add extras like chopped onion, mushrooms and cheese. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir and microwave for another 30 seconds until done. 4. Breakfast pizza Put a healthy twist on pizza for a quick, satisfying breakfast kids and adults will love. Start with sliced naan or a whole wheat bagel. Serving Breakfast & Lunch Toast to warm and add a smear of ricotta cheese. Then top with items, including Prime Rib & sliced tomatoes and sprinkle with a dash of fleur de sel and dried Chicken Cordon Blue basil, if desired. If you prefer a sweeter pizza, skip the tomatoes and use sliced fruit instead. This tasty breakfast will fight hunger Reservations recommended. Ala carte menu. pangs straight until lunchtime. See complete menu at 5. Superfood smoothie Smoothies are a tasty treat for breakfast that takes mere minwww.hillsidecountryclub.com utes to make. Select vitamin-packed frozen or fresh fruits such as berries, mango, pomegranates and kiwi. Add sliced fruit to the blender. For an extra-creamy smoothie that tastes like a healthy version of a fruity malt, blend with almond or coconut milk, plain yogurt and frozen banana. Experiment with ingredients to create the perfect customized smoothie that’s lip-smacking good.
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East Providence Mourns Loss of a Beloved Townie (Loss also felt deeply in California) by Bob Rodericks
Sadness from East Providence to California “There truly is no place like home. Thanks for the hometown love, East Providence, RI!” Those were some of the last sentiments Stacie Schifino Cahoon would share with family and friends in EP. Stacey, living in Los Angeles, California, was reacting to a social media post from close friend and fellow Townie, Kevin Robinson, Aka, KRob. Robinson had shared a photo with his friend Stacie of a new sign welcoming visitors to East Avid Red Sox fan Stacie Providence. Stacie Schifino is Schifino-Cahoon a 1989 graduate of East Providence High School and class secretary. She was a member of the large and athletically and academically talented Schifino family. A cheerleader in high school she should would also go on to become one of the more famous New England Patriot Cheerleaders some years ago. Stacie was a cherished friend to so many In East Providence and across the country. That’s why it was particularly hard when Stacey was diagnosed with cancer in June of 2014. A fundraising page was set up by a friend, Kristen Dawkins. “Stacie gave birth to Jake Thomas and Katie Jeanne on May 10, 2014, the day before Mother’s Day. Both babies are healthy and needless to say, the apple of Stacie’s eye. I guess that makes two apples, one for each eye!” writes Dawkins. “In June, (2014) results of a PET scan confirmed that Stacie has bone cancer. That’s the bad news. The good news is that her doctors expect a full recovery: they reassured her that she will live to see her grandchildren,” continued Dawson. Predictions don’t always come true. Donations poured in to help Stacie with Child Care and other pressing needs during this difficult time for the young family. “Those of you who have met Stacie know how much she lights up a room and that she is the type of person who is genuinely loved by all. To those of you who haven’t met her, and who have donated regardless, your generosity humbles us. Thank you all so very much.” A co-worker of Stacie Schifino wrote that “A former professional cheerleader for the New England Patriots, she’s always been a cheerleader to me, keeping me going through my hard times. And she’s always been a mother hen to all of us, her co-workers. She looks out for us, counsels us, and always has a smile for us. She’s hardworking, loyal, proud, and lighthearted. And since the day she came to join our restaurant family, all she’s ever wanted was children. Two weeks ago she let us know: she had good news and bad news.” Before her twins were born, there was surgery after Thanksgiving and while it went well, there was a long hard road ahead of nausea, headaches, stomach aches and worry. “This woman is tough. Especially now that she has a husband and not one, but two children to fight for,” wrote her friends. There was chemotherapy and other treatments and the worries of being pregnant with twins. Luckily the babies were born healthy. But Stacie would face difficulty ahead.
Stacie Schifino-Cahoon and twins, Katie and Jake. One day, leaving work to go to a chemo session, Stacie heard the theme song to Rocky blaring away. “I look up and my husband is holding up a portable speaker with my Superfamily! Man am I the luckiest girl alive!!! Thanks for the support!,” Stacie would write in a Facebook post. Her husband, whom she loved fiercely, was wearing a superman costume and playing her “Rocky” theme song as her young family accompanied her to a treatment session. This is not a story with a happy ending. Stacie’s legion of East Providence friends have kept in touch with her and with each other during these past few years of illness. On Thursday, January 28th, 2016, a group of Stacie’s friends dropped everything and flew to Los Angeles, fearing things were getting worse. They were. One of Stacie’s closest friends since high school is EP at-large councilwoman Tracy Capobianco. Capobianco was on the flight to visit her friend on Thursday. Included in the flight to be with their lifelong friend was Jodi Shelton, Carolyn Studley, Susan Savastano Stallman, Lu Ann Furtado and Gina Marie Norcini Nadeau. We reached out to Capobianco today (Saturday) where she is still in California. Stacie’s sister Sharon also lives in California. “Stacie lit up every room she entered, her smile was contagious. Her laughter and excitement was the loudest you’ve ever heard!” said a devastated Capobianco. Carolyn Studley would write, “I don’t think I can come up with the right words to explain the heartbreak. But what I can say is ... through our families, Stacie Schifino and I met in grade school. But through friendship and love we chose to share 30 plus years of memories. And that can never change. I am so thankful for being a part of her life. I am a better person because she was a part of mine. Love you my friend.” No, the story doesn’t end happily. Stacie Schifino Cahoon died on Thursday, January 28, 2016. Her husband Mike wrote to friends; “I’m so sorry to have to say I lost my girl this morning. She was the brightest light in my life. Everyone she ever met felt her kindness
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Stacie-Jean Schifino Cahoon
Stacie-Jean Schifino-Cahoon, with husband Michael J. Cahoon and twins, Katie and Jake Cahoon
Schifino-Cahoon, Stacie-Jean, 44 of Santa Monica, CA passed away on January 28, 2016. She was the beloved wife of Michael J. Cahoon and mother of twins, Katie and Jake Cahoon. She was born in Providence the daughter of the late Gerald “Jed”Schi fino and Jeanne M. O’Neill and moved to CA over 20 years ago. Stacie was a member of the Screen Actor’s Guild. She also leaves two brothers, James F. Schifino of Riverside, Gilbert Medeiros and his wife Kathleen Newman and their children Caitlin, Michael and Kelly, two sisters, Sharon Schifino-Gray and her husband Robert, Dyann Nunes and her husband Robert and their daughter Aryanna of Taunton. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday February 6 at 10 AM in St. Brendan’s Church 15 Turner Avenue Riverside, RI. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Providence. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to help her children may be sent to Help-A—Mother -of TwinsConquer –Cancer c/o Generosity.com/ medical-fundraising/help-a-mother-of-twinsconquer-cancer. Visit smithmason.com for online condolences and information.
radiate everywhere she went and anyone she came into contact with. It breaks my heart into a million pieces and makes my whole body heavy with the loss of the most special person I’ve ever met. I know she was loved by so many people and it breaks my heart for all of you too. She was all of ours. We all lost so much today but please remember how kind she was. Please carry on her spirit in your own life, being kind to friends and strangers alike. Know what a difference it makes in our time here to have a little love and kindness in our lives. I love you all. Stacie loves Fee waved with repair you all.” After she died, many of e y New England Patriot Cheerleader Stacie’s California friends Stacie Schifino-Cahoon gathered at one of their favorite places called ‘The Garage’, a Cheers kind of cafe. “It was good to be around so many people that loved Stacie today at The Garage. My heart is broken. I’ve never met anyone like her, and I doubt I ever will again,” writes a friend. As Stacie’s friends comforted one another at the ‘Garage’, an impromptu “cheer” began to wave through the bar. “Not a Stacie, Stacie cheer,” said a friend who was there. “It was more like a cheerleaders chant. We were all cheerleaders, like Stacie, just We Install and Repair... GAS & OIL cheering out loud in honor of our friend.” •Furnaces •Hot Water Heaters •Boilers •A/C's Stacie Schifino has certainly made her mark from coast to coast in this nation. A lasting impression especially within her Riverside, R.I. world and all of Townie nation. “There truly is no place like home. Thanks for the Hometown Love, East Providence, RI!” - Stacie Schifino Cahoon, a beloved Townie. To send a donation to help the family, go to: https:// 508-954-8624 ~ 24 Hour Service www.generosity.com/medical-fundraising/help-a-mother-of-twinsLicensed & Insured in MA & RI conquer-cancer.
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IN MEMORIAM Mary E Smithers of 36 Brown Street, where she lived most of her 90 years died on Monday, December 28, 2015 at Rhode Island Hospital after being suddenly stricken; passing peacefully with her family at her bedside. Teresa Eustela Moniz, age 89, of Vineyard Ave., died December 29, 2015 at home with her loving family by her side. Frances A. (Paine) McSally, 93, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2015.
William “Bill” J. Gomes, 72, of Fifth Street, passed away on Monday, Jan. 4, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center.
Shirley A. Elman, 86 of East Providence passed away Tuesday Jan. 12, 2016 at home.
Laura (Carey) Madeiros, 96, a resident of Taunton Plaza, died peacefully Monday morning, Jan.4, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.
Anthony V. “Tony” Ottone, age 80, of Irving Ave, died Jan. 14, 2016 at RI Hospital.
Edmund L. Silvia, 79, of Martin Street passed away Monday Jan. 4, 2016 at the Miriam Hospital.
Ruth M. Lewis, 81, formerly of Riverside died Wednesday, December 30th.
Irene V. Penha, 83, of Blanding Avenue, passed away on Monday, Jan. 4, 2016 at Rhode Island Hospital.
Charles G. Gonsalves, Sr., 85 of Austin Avenue passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at Rhode Island Hospital.
Alison V. Hurst, 47, of Wingate Road, Riverside, died peacefully at home on Jan. 5, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.
Ronald G. Mitchell 54, passed away on December 31, 2015 at his home in East Providence, RI.
Elizabeth A. Sorrentino, 60, of Riverside, RI passed away suddenly on Jan. 5, 2016.
Elizabeth G. “Betty,” Brosseau, 89, of Willett Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on Jan. 1, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Emma V. Carrington, 88, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2016 at Chestnut Terrace Nursing & Rehab Center, Riverside, RI. Manuel S. Martins, age 95, died Jan. 2, 2016 at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, with his loving family by his side. Olive C. Bisson, 91, formerly of Lottie Drive, Riverside, died peacefully on Jan. 3, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.
Gladys M. Forte, 80, of Catalpa Avenue, Riverside, died unexpectedly on Jan. 6, 2016 surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Validoro Sinesi, 70, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on Thursday Jan. 7, 2016, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Edward Duggan “Ungie” Long, a lifelong Rumford resident succumbed on Saturday Jan. 9, 2016 at the home of his son Kyle and his wife Marianne after a 3-year battle with an aggressive form of squamous cell cancer.
Yvonne (Petel) Harris, 77, formerly of the Rumford Towers, died Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016 at the Summit Commons.
Eleanor Verdi Paparella, 96, of Wampanoag Trail in East Providence was born on February 1st 1919, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 at Miriam Hospital.
Gloria J. Medeiros, 67 of East Providence passed away Sunday Jan. 3, 2015 at Rhode Island Hospital.
Maryann Vigliani, 76, passed away on Saturday, Jan., 9, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.
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Gisele Elkin,94, of Blackstone Boulevard, Providence passed away Saturday Jan. 9, 2016. Paula, A. McShane, 69, of Pearce Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully at home on Monday Jan. 11, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.
Christina Ann (Hammond) Fale 37, of East Providence passed away at home on Jan. 14, 2016 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. L. Diana (Daubney) McLean, 86, of Riverside, passed away on Friday Jan. 15, 2016. Sister Elizabeth R. Gorman, 86, of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, died Jan. 16, in the Notre Dame Care Center, Worcester, MA. Francis H. “Frank” Beaupre, 75, formerly of East Providence and South Kingstown passed away Saturday Jan. 16, 2016 at the Westerly Health Center. Mary Rapoza, 89, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016 at Waterview Villa. Paul R. Theberge, 72, passed away Monday, Jan. 18, 2016. Rhoda Dyson, of Riverside, RI, passed away on Jan. 20, 2016. Adelino Medeiros Moniz, 91 of East Providence passed away Saturday Jan. 23, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Robert C. Haynes 85, of Riverside passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 23rd, surrounded by his loving family. Mary E. “Miriam” Moran, 95, of Jay Street, Rumford passed away on Saturday Jan. 23, 2016. Beatrice L. Howe, 82, of East Providence, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. Alice M. (Richardson) Shilo, 93, of Dorr Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on Jan. 26, 2016. Norma E. Storm, 90, of Rumford passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016 at the Grace Barker Nursing Home.
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Great Car FOR SALE! I have upgrade to all electric and must sell this hybrid. Toyota Prius 2010 Hybrid. Averages 50 MPG!! Gray and Gray interior, New tires. Well maintained. 75000 miles, well maintained and in excellent condition. Garaged at home and at work. $12,500.00 508-252-5159 leave msg. *SUV For Sale: 2001 GMC Jimmy, Tan exterior & interior, 4-wheel drive, garage kept, 110K, runs great, heated seats, A/C, towing package, sunroof, power windows & locks, dual airbags, $3500 or BRO. Great 2nd car. Contact Jerry 401-486-0893. Dining Set: Table top is real black granite. Dimensions 34" x 54" long x 30" high. Includes 4 dark brown leather look chairs. Hardly used, excellent shape. No stains, rips, tears, wear marks or scratches on any piece. Purchased from Cardi’s and paid $800. Asking $400. Pickup Rehoboth. 508922-0323. (e216)
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Housecleaning: Fire your cleaning co. today! You are paying too much, and they not cleaning every spot! I can guarantee, that you not only save money. You will also be happier, with a perfectly clean home! call Gil for details. 508-840-6611. CM Cleaning Service: Experienced, dependable. Weekly, biweekly or monthly. Efficient and affordable. References available. Please call Marilyn 401-497-8770. BIG BLUE REMOVAL SERVICE: Attic, Cellar, Total House; We take everything! Furniture, Brush, Appliances, Yard Waste, Construction Debris, Trash…Demolition of Fences, Sheds, Decks, Pools. Let us do the work. Free Estimates. Call Tony 508-2261295; www.BigBlueRemoval.com. THE ESTATE GUYS: Buying contents of houses, barns, farms garages, cellars, attics, industrial buildings. Cash paid no need for timely yard sales. Call Tom or Anthony 774-331-2681
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Funeral Home
Smith-Mason Funeral Home Inc.
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MLR Tax Services
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Casa Ideal
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CJS / Statewide Appliance Repair
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Shear Image Salon
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Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto
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Donald E. MacManus, Attorney
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Zumba
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Tri Star Autobody, Inc.
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Mark Koussa Carpentry, Inc.
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New England Tire
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Bullocks Point Laundromat
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New England Tire
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Waterview Villa
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Stateline Auto Sales & Service
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Advantage Painting
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One On One Basketball Camp
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Covenant Co-op Nursery School
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Dayspring Christian Academy
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The Pinecroft School - Rehoboth
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St. Margaret Church
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Maria Correia, Realtor
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Wexler’s Collectibles
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Hillside Country Club
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ReMax Rivers Edge
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Community & Teachers Credit Union 10
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ReMax Rivers Edge
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Navigant Credit Union
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Eager Family Dentistry
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Batty Construction
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Smith Family Dental Associates
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Ronzio Pizza
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Walter The Electrician
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Meeting Street - The Grace School
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Gilmore’s Flower Shop
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Cristallo Spa at Hillside CC
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P & J Florist
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Christopher Durand
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Thomsen Foodservice
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Liberty Tax Service - East Prov.
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Al’s Quality Oil Co.
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Big Blue Removal Service
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Advanced Tree
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