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East Providence News Briefs By Bob Rodericks

City Managers Come and Go

The Looff carousel in Riverside isn’t the only merry-go-round in East Providence these days. There is a carousel of top level management employees within City Hall on Taunton avenue. Things have changed in the once All-America City. The once famous Coney Island System across the street has been closed for over a year and residents need a scorecard to learn names and faces in city management. East Providence residents once used to experience long terms with their City Managers like Earl Sanquist and Paul Lemont. Recently they have known four managers in five years. “Managers here are like sports managers, they are hired to be fired,” said one longtime City Hall employee. Current and now former city manager Richard Kirby was fired last month after less than a year on the job. The five member city council unanimously hired Kirby who came to the city with prodding from influential State House recommendations. Kirby was the former RI Senate Finance Committee attorney. That finance committee is chaired by State Senator Dan DaPonte. Sources within media circles have said that Kirby fell out of favor with some in city government and some political operatives behind the scenes. The Council suspended City Manager Richard Kirby from his duties on August 11, 2016. When the Council began the steps needed to eventually fire Kirby, they cited several reasons in their advertised ordinance to suspend: “WHEREAS, that the City Council of the City of East Providence at this meeting of the said City Council votes to remove the City Manager, Richard Kirby and he is hereby removed effective thirty (30) days after the date of adoption of this resolution for the following reasons: 1. Failure to investigate allegations by a City employee of sexual harassment, retaliation and discrimination pursuant to the City's Sexual Harassment Policy exposing the City to potential substantial liability. 2. Due to the failure of performing charge #1, unnecessary costs totaling, to date, approximately $150,000.00 of City funds have been appropriated in the termination process of a City employee violating her due process rights. 3. Insubordination for failure to respond to City Council members repeated telephone calls and e-mails. 4. Violating City Charter by hiring outside legal counsel at City expense. 5. Violating Rhode Island state law by waiving interest

and/or penalties of taxpayers. 6. Violating Rhode Island state law by removing taxpayers from City tax sale. 7. Failure to take any action to address an alleged violation of the City's Sexual Harassment Policy. 8. Failure to abide by Hiring Resolution No. 31 by authorizing and allocating the amount of $7,319.55 to former Acting City Manager Paul Lemont in the form of "unused vacation time" when Paragraph #3 of said Resolution called for no benefits to be paid. Voting to suspend Kirby were Mayor Tom Rose, Councilwoman Tracy Capobianco and Councilman Tim Conley. Opposing the move was Councilman Bob Britto and Councilman Helder Cunha. During a meeting later in August, the council failed to name an acting manager to replace Kirby as they planned. Ward One councilman Bob Britto, normally reserved at council meetings, was a very vocal critic of the initial attempt to appoint city solicitor Tim Chapman as acting city manager. “I don’t think solicitor Chapman should wear two hats, that of acting manager and solicitor. There are too many issues in the City and its budget time,” said Britto. Since suspending Kirby at its’ August 11th meeting, the city has had no top executive to conduct business. “I put this on the docket for tonight because we have no one to go to for city problems or constituent requests,” said Councilwoman Tracy Capobianco. “You should have thought of that when you fired the Manager,” retorted Ward 1 Councilman Bob Britto. “You put this on the docket (to appoint Chapman) knowing you had three votes to do so,” continued Britto to loud applause from the 65 people in attendance at City Hall. “No I don’t know how anyone else will vote,” said Tracy Capobianco. “I put this on the agenda so we can discuss it. I’d be in violation if I discussed this with other members in private,” said Capobianco. City attorney for the meeting, Gregory Dias, agreed with Capobianco that she couldn’t discuss the matter other than at public session. Britto went on to say that he would have added the name of Jeanne M. Boyle, veteran Planning Director for the City. “She is much better prepared to be acting manager than our attorney and she has done it before,” added Britto. “She is excellent. No one can carry her pocketbook,” Britto said to laughter and applause. For most of that August meeting there were several shout outs from the audience prompting Mayor Tom Rose to call for order.

At one point, longtime council critic Tom Riley was asked by the police to sit and refrain from speaking out to the council from his seat. As the discussion got confusing on the resolution to name an Acting Manager, Capobianco agreed to amend her resolution request. The Council called for a recess and after apparently clearing up the parliamentary procedure in the private chamber room, the meeting was resumed with a compromise. continued on next page...

Inside This Issue Births......................................50 Business Directory...................62 Church Events.......................20 Chamber of Commerce.....44 Classifieds.............................. 60 Clubs & Museum News........56 Events & Activities................14 Letters to the Editor...................5 Library..................................45 News Briefs............................3 Obituaries............................61 Parks & Recreation.................38 People....................................26 Back to School........................35 Scouts...............................51 Senior Center News..............52 Sports.................................33 State House..........................59 Town News.............................13 Watchemoket Square Day........42

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On a 5-0 vote the Council agreed to name solicitor Tim Chapman as a “Point of Contact” in City Hall for the Council members. They agreed to meet later in the month to select an acting city manager, presumably from a larger pool of candidates than one. Ward 3 Council candidate Candy Seel told the Council that they were “subjecting the City to a lot of potential grief. You suspended the City Manager and he has a right to a public hearing. This wasn’t planned all that well,” added Seel. Seel is running for the Ward Three seat held by Tom Rose who is not seeking reelection. Seel has come close the last two elections to defeating Rose. Former Councilman Joe Botelho is also running for that seat. Regular city council watchdog Scott Scienzo told the Council that “I am in despair and shock at the Kangaroo Court-like action of this City Council. Because Mr. Kirby went after Mayor Rose, he in turn was suspended. Kirby has cleaned up a lot in City Hall,” added Scienzo. “Our attention to very important matters in the City has been diverted because of this Kirby firing,” said Britto. The meeting was supervised by a contingent of at least 6 police officers including the Chief. “Just in case,” said one police officer. Eventually, at a rare special Sunday evening meeting on August 21st, solicitor Tim Chapman was named acting or interim city manager. The vote went along the same divided lines with councilors Tom Rose, Tim Conley and Tracy Capobianco voting to approve and councilman Bob Britto and Helder Cunha voting against the appointment. The same arguments were presented for and against. Mayor Tom Rose and Capobianco and Conley cited the pressing business of city budgets and other matters as the reason “for making this move quickly.” “Those are exactly the reasons why you shouldn’t have moved to fire Mr. Kirby,” retorted Ward One councilman Bob Britto, with support from Helder Cunha. Britto could not receive council support to have veteran city planning director, Jeanne Boyle considered seriously for interim manager.

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A late development is the confusion over who will negotiate the agreement for the Chapman appointment. Initially the council vote said that Chapman’s contract would be written by school department Human Resources Director, Cheryl Silvia Mammone. The issue is convoluted as city HR Director, Kathleen Waterbury, has herself, been suspended and reinstated by a Court. Waterbury is supported by Mayor Tom Rose and that alliance is a major part of the Rose-Kirby rift. Kirby has accused Rose of interference with city management and employee issues. Complaints against Rose have also gone to the state ethics commission regarding Rose allegedly using his city influence to lease a truck without paying. That investigation is ongoing.

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Mayor Rose has filed his own complaint against Helder Cunha for disclosure failures on his state mandated campaign finance reports. A company once owned by Cunha saw one of its officials convicted of fraud and in jail. Waterbury has won a court battle but the war continues. District Court Judge William Smith ruled that Waterbury’s termination be reversed for the moment and she should return to her post as HR Director. The Chief Judge of the District Court wrote in part that “Waterbury completed her six-month probationary period in August 2013. Because she could only be fired for cause after completing her probationary period, she had a property right in her continued employment and the City was required to afford her due process in her termination. There is no dispute that the City did not afford Ms. Waterbury ‘notice and an opportunity to respond’ as required.” Waterbury remains out of city hall but is receiving her salary pending a possible city appeal. She has accused former City Manager Lemont of sexual harassment and believes that Kirby did nothing when she reported it to him. Lemont was on board as a consultant to Kirby as Kirby assumed his new job. Waterbury’s court complaint against Lemont was indeed very edgy: “When I came to his office to speak about city business, he (Lemont) would ask me to twirl around so he could look me over. Paul Lemont also has made repeated comments about the Town Clerk’s physical attributes. From the time Mr. Lemont came on board in East Providence, his interactions with me have been highly inappropriate. In each instance when Mr. Lemont would see me, he would ask me if we could take a shower together,” said Waterbury’s public court complaint. In a prior clash between Rose and Kirby, a meeting was scheduled to question the performance of manager Kirby. With two arms full of books and paperwork, Kirby addressed a council prepared to question him. “Mr. Mayor, I’ve been very professional to everyone I’ve dealt with in this city. I told you before, Mr. Mayor, that it was inappropriate for you to get involved with personnel at the level you have,” said Kirby in a stern voice. “I’ve said you shouldn’t constantly come to City Hall and get involved with directing staff, it’s against the charter,” continued Manager Kirby. “I didn’t direct, I asked questions according to section 2:1 of the charter,” replied Rose. “Mr. Rose you have given orders to people in the city on how to carry out their duties,” continued Kirby. Ward 2 councilman Helder Cunha asked Kirby to elaborate on the intimidation charges Kirby had made. “I think the reason we’re here is to intimidate me,” Kirby told the council. “Time and time again I received phone calls from you (Rose) about getting involved with staff,” said Kirby. Rose continually responded that he was only asking questions, not giving orders. As reported here earlier, an undercurrent throughout this period of time was the potential complaint of yet another city hall employee. Waterbury, herself, was named in a Human Rights Commission complaint. City Highway employee Lita Garrett, had filed a complaint against Waterbury, current Finance Director Malcolm Moore and former City Manager Paul Lemont. Garrett was transferred to the Highway Department from her long time HR role by Paul Lemont. A transfer, Garrett alleges, was in retaliation because of discussion of possible legal action in a hiring matter. She said that she is being blamed for giving out confidential information. Garrett claimed that Waterbury said she was involved in giving out information regarding an application for employment of a family member of the former Affirmative Action Officer. Garrett claimed in her complaint that she has “observed my superior Kathleen Waterbury engaged in inappropriate, unethical, and possibly illegal conduct in violation of state and federal law and the City Charter.” Garrett, who is Black, believes that she has lost income in her job transfer and is a victim of racial and age discrimination. continued on page 10...

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Water Frustration in Rumford

Most people in Rumford section are aware of the town's water division workers and their involvement with the Walsh Company who is cleaning and fixing an outdated city water system. If the resident's of that community did not know what to expect, they were about to find out, the HARD way, they could experience it. At first I thought, this can't be so bad. It will be an improvement. That mindset quickly faded after about the 7th or so warm to hot shower with no cold water, since the sun was beating down on the temporary pipeline laying in the street during a 90 degree spell of weather. Next, try doing your laundry with only hot water, your good clothes, the color ones SHRINK in only hot. That stunk. So now you are coping with pipes hooked up in the street out front, lines up the driveways a sure trip and fall for many, hot showers, jack hammers, noise, dust, etc. When you call to find out how much longer the standard response is, two more weeks. That has transpired for a month. Then you are directly involved when you find out there is no fair lottery system or equitable method for the placement of the "new" and additional fire hydrants popping up on every corner, it is YOU that is getting one. So I quickly got the design re-outlined with Walsh Co. Now I chatted with the neighbors who said they would consider the placement in the "dead zone" where their two yards meet under a tree where nobody had ever parked before. I went to bed nervous but confident that I had it all worked out. The design made sense, the brotherhood was neighborly. The next morning, I was told at 7:20am (ten minutes early) to move your truck, your getting the fire hydrant on your front lawn about 5 feet in from your telephone pole, off center in view but you can no longer park "out front". I lost it! Perhaps it was because of all those hot showers, or maybe it was tripping on the stones that covered the pipes every am as I got the newspaper or that the project which ran overtime was now about to pit me in a fight with two neighbors that up until now I had actually liked. I started screaming in the street that there should have been a " lottery system" a fair and equitable way to do this project, and to the Walsh Company that they too were bullies that should hang their heads in shame for "pitting neighbor against neighbor, brother against brother". I explained that, " I had no trouble with my neighbors", you did this to us! How could you make money under these conditions with a total lack of morals or ethics? Then I told the policeman sent to intimidate that if I was black or minority he probably would have shoved my face to the ground by now and arrested me or even worse shot me (we all know that was wrong) yup I had officially lost it!! So I stood there for one silent moment with everyone watching knowing the standoff and all the drama with it was about to be over. I walked slowly to my truck and moved it so the sound of those jackhammers could ensue. I got the hydrant, I had lost the battle. It was over, no parking, no view of the front lawn just an unsightly hydrant now with chopped uneven chunks of lawn ripped up and dropped in around it. That night as I parked in front of my once good neighbor's houses I reflected on where the world was at right now and how I had lived through a ugly part of it. Today I am still waiting, still watching for the pick up of those temporary pipes so I can say good riddance to you and all you represent. Andrea Fortin Rumford

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It is with great consternation that I read Joe Botelho’s editorial in the media regarding his support for a Mayoral form of government. In part because for someone who has been around as long as he has, I would have expected him to see the truer picture than the one he presents. Among several points that Mr. Botelho made, he said that in the 57 years that we have had a Council- Manager form of government, that there have been numerous times that City Managers were selected that did not meet the requirements, some not even having a college degree. This is disingenuous since there were no requirements in the City Charter for the position until the late 90s and since then, every City Manager has had not only a college education but at minimum a Master’s Degree. Mr. Kirby, while I have frequently stated did not meet the specifics of an MBA, MPA or equivalent is certainly still an educated man. In fact, going to a strong mayoral system would then re-open us to again being managed by people without qualifications. Mr. Botelho has also mentioned the rash of firings that has exposed the city to litigation. Look to any of our Mayoral neighbors and you can see that hiring and firing is not any less political in such a system, in fact it is typically more so. Further, a lot of those matters were our elected officials firing City Managers. That brings us to the crux of the issue and why I am disappointed with Mr. Botelho’s stance. The problem is not the ‘executive’ side of city government, the problem is the City Council. We have a situation where certain interest groups get their candidates in and then control the agenda, they bring in the City Manager they want. In a mayoral system we are kidding ourselves if we think an elected mayor is not going to be subject to the same interests, in fact there are a few people already eying the prize that are pushing us to make the switch. If the mayor is in the same special interest group it will be the same deal we have now, only the power of four instead of three. If the mayor is in an opposing group, it will be gridlock because the Council will still have their ‘power of three’ over policies, ordinances, the budget, etc. If we are looking for charter reform, it is with the City Council we should start. Perhaps with lifetime term limits, a recall provision for counselors, a way to amend the charter by petition without going through the Council to put amendments on the ballot. I would even maybe support a weak mayor that was part-time and mostly ceremonial, but with the power to appoint the City Manager with Council Consent, isolating the City Manager a bit from Council politics and de-coupling the ceremonial mayor role from the Council President. In closing, I feel Joe Botelho is looking for reform in all the wrong places. Jason J. Desrosiers Riverside, RI

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“The decision of whether Mr. Chapman remains as City Solicitor while serving as Acting City Manager should not be left to negotiation,” said Ward three council candidate Candy Seel. “Mr. Chapman could certainly choose to step down, at least temporarily, but the decision for him to remain at that post should not be his. It is the duty of the Council to make that call. The position of City Manager, even in an acting capacity, is full-time, deserving of full-time attention, especially with the budget season upon us. The position of City Solicitor, although part-time, also requires significant attention, especially with the active and potential lawsuits against the city that the solicitor must address. Mr. Chapman also has a private law practice, and surely he must devote attention to that as well,” added Mrs. Seel.

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Despite some in the city not accepting it, consolidation between city and school department management positions has ended. Business, maintenance and finance were three large areas of responsibility which were merged between the two bodies but have been separated back to their original status. School department HR Director Cheryl Silvia Mammone no longer is dealing with the municipal side of city management. The school HR Director sent out a statement in which she verified that she is no longer the citywide HR Director and just works for the school system now. The ongoing personnel battles at city hall were obviously a factor in this action. Consolidation in the Maintenance and Finance departments has already taken place, yet employees are quick to point out that city and school workers join hands on many collaborative efforts “in the trenches.”

State Control Revisited for EP?

With the soap opera of management concerns at city hall, some are wondering if the state budget commission which essentially ran the city may be asked to return. There is one remaining member of the statewide takeover of EP - Paul Luba. The state approved budget advisor was present at a school committee meeting last month and commented on potential raises for school employees. Luba wanted to know if the teacher raises of about 2.5% were “sustainable” and if any strong negotiations had reached that point. School superintendent Kathyrn Crowley announced during a budget work session that she was planning to issue a 2.5% raise for employees. Raises would be financed by surpluses and increased state aid. At-large committee member Joel Monteiro and Ward three member Nate Cahoon said that they hoped East Providence teachers could get out of the bottom of the rankings in teacher pay. “It’s about attracting and keeping good teachers,” said Monteiro. “Our teacher’s low pay has been detrimental to the best interest of our students,” said Monteiro. Under prior school committees, East Providence teachers had pay and benefit slashes making them among the lowest paid teachers in New England. “There has been a turnover which we must stop,” added Monteiro. As of now there are no known requests to return the state budget commission to East Providence.

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EPHS To Induct Four

Public Invited - Dinner/Ceremony on October 16th

By Bob Rodericks The 33rd East Providence High School Hall of Fame induction certified to practice Law in all State and ceremony will be held on Sunday, October 16, 2016. The dinner/ RI Federal District Courts. ceremony will be held at the Venus De Milo restaurant in Swansea, After practicing Civil Litigation, he left Massachusetts at 12 noon. The Hall of Fame was established in that practice to start a business career. conjunction with the East Providence High School 1984 Centennial Bob and family members developed year. The HOF was created by former Superintendent of Schools Trafik Services, Inc. which is a trucking Myron J. Francis, Class of 1947 and others in an effort to promote carrier company comprised of hundreds pride in city schools, the purpose of the Hall of Fame is to recognize of tractors and trailers covering 48 states. Townie graduates who have brought honor to themselves and to Several other companies were developed the High School. by Bob, too numerous to list here. The initial group of HOF inductees consisted of twelve graducontinued on next page... Robert “Bob” Mega ates. The Committee continuously seeks nominations from the general public as “we hope to identify and expand our focus on those many meritorious Townie graduates.” Currently inductees are limited to 5 each year and possibly one honorary. In addition to honoring new members with Certificates and Pins at the Induction Ceremony, plaques bearing the likeness of Serving Southern New England's Auto Body Needs each inductee will be enshrined in the Gymnasium and Auditorium For Over 60 Years lobby at East Providence High School. The committee program states further that “The Hall of Fame is not a one-time effort to honor successful graduates. Rather, it is * Certified Collision Experts a lasting memorial to TOWNIE PRIDE, which will purposely serve * Professional Guaranteed Service as an inspiration for future generations of East Providence High * Painting / Expert Color Matching School students.” * We handle all Insurance Claims The 2016 Inductees are: Gerald “Jerry” Lopes, 1967; Rob* License # 76 ert “Bob” Mega, 1971; John D’Alessandro, 1976 and Carlene

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Bob began a Refuse and Recycling Transportation Company (MTG Disposal). MTG has provided trash and recycling services for East Providence and at least eight other major communities in Rhode Island. Bob has recently formed companies dealing with the health care industry. In addition to coaching several youth sports in East Providence through the years, Bob continues to quietly be a generous donor to youth sports and many aspects of EPHS athletics. His charities also include civic groups, soup kitchens, make-a-wish and more. John D’Alessandro, a 1976 EPHS graduate has distinguished himself in the United States military and health field. An honors student and soccer player in high school, John also was a lifeguard and counselor.

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John received a BS degree in Healthcare Management from Providence College and then a Master of Public Administration from Troy State University. He was commissioned into the United States Navy in 1981 and began a very distinguished Naval career. Captain D’Allessandro was Head of Operations and Patient Administration at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Rota, Spain. Later he was assigned as the Director for Administration, US Naval Hospital, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Captain John D’Alessandro D’Allessandro continued to serve the nation’s military in several other posts. Included in these were the Director of Administration, U.S. Naval Hospital in Japan, Commanding Officer, Naval Hospital, Italy and many more assignments. Captain D’Allessandro’s military awards include the Legion of Merit (two), Meritorious Service Medal (three), Navy Marine Corps Commendation Medal (four), Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal (two), and the Global War on Terrorism and Humanitarian Service Medals. John is currently a Health Insurance Specialist for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Region VIII, Denver, Colorado. John has been a Tae Kwon Do Instructor and an Adjunct Faculty member at Webster University. Carlene Casciano-McCann, a 1980 EPHS graduate, is known as one of the region’s most successful and innovative leaders of children and family services. Carlene recently was honored with the YWCA Woman of Achievement Award. An honors student and athlete in high school, Carlene is the well respected Executive Director at St. Mary’s Home for Children in Carlene Casciano-McCann Rhode Island. Carlene was the editor of the Townie yearbook and was voted “Outstanding Student- Athlete” and “Most Athletic” during her senior year at EP. She was Captain of the basketball and volleyball teams during her senior year and was 2nd team All-State in both. Carlene also travelled to Ireland and played in an international basketball tournament. Carleen received a BA in Psychology from Stonehill College, A Master of Arts in Educational Psychology from Rhode Island College and advanced degrees from R.I.C and Bryant College. A licensed Mental Health Counselor and member of Boards for several children and juvenile advisory agencies, Carlene is a much needed mentor for young people. She has experience in leadership roles at Bradley Hospital, and other school systems and agencies in the area. Currently the Executive Director for St, Mary’s Home for Children, she has also been their Chief Operating Officer and Director of Outpatient Services. Carlene has facilitated change in the philosophy and delivery of critical educational and therapeutic services, which has helped to improve the lives of many children, youth and families. The ceremony is open to the public at large. Tickets are $40. per person and include a full dinner with the ceremony. Tickets can be purchased from any inductee or by calling Don or Linda Carlson at 401-433-3693. Tickets may be obtained through October 10, 2016. Tickets will also be available in the main office at East Providence High School.

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East Providence Town News Mayor Rose Calls For Termination Of City Manager For Misconduct

Mayor Thomas Rose today called for the termination of City Manager Richard Kirby for serious wrongdoings including: - Failure to investigate allegations by a City employee of sexual harassment - Costing the City $150,000 in legal and investigation fees (so far) in relation to the sexual harassment complaint made by Kathleen Waterbury - Failure to respond to City Council member telephone calls and emails - Violating City Charter by hiring outside legal counsel at City expense - Violating Rhode Island state law by removing taxpayers from City tax sale "The residents of the City of East Providence deserve a City Manager that epitomizes a public servant: something that Richard Kirby is the exact opposite of. His corrupt behavior and legacy of misconduct has scarred the City and I vow to rid the This Is To Notify And Warn The Legally Qualified Electors Of The City Of East community of this plague," said Mayor Rose. Providence, That The Democratic Primary Election Shall Be Held On The City Manager is appointed by the City Council and serves at the pleasure Tuesday, September 13, 2016 of the Council. Mayor Rose has consistently evaluated Mr. Kirby's performance The Polls Will Be Open From 7:00 AM To 8:00 PM and found it to be unsatisfactory and corVOTING DISTRICT POLLING PLACE rupt. "When a problem exists, we need to WARD SEN REP VOTE fix it as the City's legislative body," said DIST. DIST. Mayor Rose. "The trust of the citizens in their 1 14 63 1001 Francis School, 64 Bourne Ave. government is at stake, and if Mr. Kirby is 1 14 63 1002 City View Manor, 99 Goldsmith Ave. allowed to continue in his current capacity, 2 14 63 1003 Whiteknact School, 261 Grosvenor Ave. East Providence will suffer financially and 1 18 63 1004 Rumford Towers, 95 Newman Ave. professionally." 1 18 63 1005 Francis School, 64 Bourne Ave. Mayor Rose has also received an inordinate amount of correspondence as 2 18 63 1006 East Prov. High School, 2000 Pawtucket Ave. a result of Mr. Kirby's incredibly deficient 3 18 63 1007 St. Marthaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Hall, 2595 Pawtucket Ave. performance including the following from a 2 14 64 1008 St. Francis Church Hall 81 N. Carpenter St. Rumford resident: 2 14 64 1009 Hennessey School, 75 Fort St. "Mr. Kirby decided to be unprofessional 3 14 64 1010 Martin Middle School, 111 Brown St. and disrespectful to me. The first time I let it 3 14 65 1011 Kent Heights School, 2680 Pawtucket Ave. slide. This time I did not. Mr. Kirby was very 3 18 65 1012 Riverside Congregational, 295 Bullocks Pt. Ave. rude to me on the phone, and told me to 4 18 65 1013 Harbor View Manor, 3663 Pawtucket Ave. never call him again on his phone. Should 4 18 65 1014 Riverside Library, 475 Bullocks Pt. Ave. the City Council vote to keep Mr. Kirby on 4 32 65 1015 Crescent Park Manor, 243 Crescent View Ave. as City Manager, I would highly recommend 4 18 66 1016 Waddington School, 101 Legion Way the City Council stipulate Mr. Kirby take 4 32 66 1017 Oldham School (formerly Meadowcrest), 60 Bart Dr. anger management classes. From what he 3 14 65 1018 Fuller Learning Center 260 Dover Ave. has said to me, he has anger issues. Mr. Kirby has no respect for women." Please Call 435-7502, If You Have Any Questions Regarding Your Polling Place

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Events & Activities Open Sing Announcement for The Chorus Of East Providence Welcome Prospective Members!

Tuesdays, September 6th Saint Martha’s Church, September 13th Seekonk Congregational Church, and September 20th Saint Martha’s Church The ChoruS of East Providence is a Non – Auditioned Chorus and is accepting new members. Our Winter Concert is titled “Home for the Holidays” and is scheduled to be performed on December 3, and December 4, 2016. Singers from all communities may join without audition. If you are interested in singing with us, please plan to attend one of the scheduled Open Sing evenings. There is no commitment until September 20, so you can come and try us out until you decide to join. Dues are One Hundred Dollars a year and include the cost of music and a rehearsal CD. Chorus members are expected to attend all rehearsals Tuesday nights from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Saint Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Avenue in East Providence. Director: Beth Armstrong Accompanist: Rena Anthony The Chorus Of East Providence was incorporated as a Rhode

Island non-profit organization in September 2007 and is now designated as a 501(c)(3) status organization. The Chorus is led by its Board of Directors and operates in accordance with its Bylaws. Board of Directors for 2016-2017: Sandra Medeiros, President; Donna Gagne, Vice President; Phil Abbatomarco, Treasurer; Robert Sosa, Secretary Other Directors: Lisa Bennett, Bethany Conway, Kelsey Lambert, Lisa Taylor Section Leaders: Karen Crowe, Soprano; Kristin Conway, Alto; Paula Wasser, Tenor; Ed Crowe, Bass Ex-Officio: Betty Capaldo, Maureen Conroy, Judith Antonio, Beth Armstrong, Gaston Malloy Visit our website: www.chorusofep.org- Friend the ChoruS on Facebook. If you love to sing, Please come and join the ChoruS!

Program About Easy to Grow Roses & Pesticide and Garden Safety September 10th

East Providence residents Mike and Angelina Chute will be guest speakers at the Rhode Island Rose Society meeting at the Weaver Library, East Providence on September 10, 2016 at 9:30. The meeting and program are free and open to the public. Mike and Angelina Chute, authors of Roses for New England: A Guide to Sustainable Rose Gardening, will present a Power Point program about Pesticide & Garden Safety that will also include alternatives to using pesticides. The program will discuss methods of insect and disease control, emphasize the safe use of pesticides, including organic products, and suggest other garden practices, such as the use of companion plants and planting sustainable rose varieties. The Chutes will discuss and describe roses that will not only grow, but flourish in your own back yard without the use of pesticides. The Chutes, garden writers who have been growing roses in their East Providence home for over 25 years, maintain an active schedule of lectures and workshops throughout the New England area. For more information contact mike@rosesolutions. net or visit the Rhode Island Rose Society’s website: www.rirs.org

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53rd East Providence High School Reunion

Saturday, September 10 at 6 pm.

“The Class of EPHS will hold it’s 53rd reunion at Davenport’s on Saturday, September 10 at 6 pm. The ticket cost is $20. On Sunday, September 11, we will gather at the Clam Shack/Crescent Park at noon and later in the day at Davenport’s. The cost for Sunday’s events will be your responsibility. We have a limit of 65 and already 41 have responded. Please send your check for $20 with EPHS 53rd reunion written on the memo line as soon as possible to reserve your place at this annual event called “It’s Just Dinner” Checks should be mailed to Betty DuLude, 23 Circle Drive, Seekonk, MA 02771.

Ten Mile River Watershed Council Annual Harvest Moon Walk September 16th

Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council, East Providence Conservation Commission, Rhode Island land Trust Council, and Blackstone Valley National Heritage Corridor on our Annual Harvest Moon Walk on September 16th. We will meet at the Turner Loop Trail on Route 114A in East Providence (across from Hunts Mills) at 7:00 PM for an easy 1 mile walk along the Ten Mile River and Turner Reservoir under the brightest full moon of the year. We will visit the Newman Oak, a tree said to be 400 years old and will discuss the legends surrounding it. This walk is in celebration of Rhode Island land Trust Days and Blackstone Valley GO! Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Please register for this event by emailing info@tenmileriver.net or call 401-578-2746.

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East Providence Elks Events Ham & Bean Dinner September 17th

Free: Eye Screening, Hearing Screening, Car Seat Checks, Finger Printing, Fire Safety Clinic, Flu Shots, Diabetes Screening, Skin Cancer Screening, Dental Info, Blood Pressure Screening Fresh Homemade Dough‐Boys, Hot Dogs, Brats & Hamburgers Water, Sodas Will be available for Purchase Location : The Gardiner Bldg., Seekonk Congregational Church 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA Co‐Sponsored by: The Seekonk Lions – East Providence Lions – Seekonk Congregational Church

Ham & Bean Dinner, Saturday, September 17, 6pm. Elks Lodge, 60 Berkeley Street, East Providence. Corn bread, cole slaw and dessert included. Door prize. Open to the public. Tickets cost $10 and are available at the lodge lounge or by contacting Candy Seel at candyseel@gmail.com or 401 749-8586. Rider Event Join the E.P. Elks Riders as we remember And honor our departed members

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East Providence Elks Lodge 60 Berkeley Street, East Providence, RI 02914 Registration and Breakfast will be served from 9 - 10:30am Followed by a ride through the East Bay area. Afterwards a remembrance service will take place at the EP Elks Lodge, followed by a cookout and Patriots football tailgate party. $15.00 PP Tickets are available at the Lodge Or from any EP Elks Riders member Or call 401-454-9011. Proceeds to benefit Elks Charities.

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Pawtucket, Rhode Island, August, 2016 — 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 Tuesday, September 20th. Female singers of all ages and musical backgrounds are encouraged to attend the 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.” continued on next page 18...

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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 on street and across the street in the municipal lot on Park Place, both a short walk from the church. Harmony Heritage chorus primarily sings in the barbershop 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 401-560-0073 or Mary Levasseur at 508-930-5362 or at marylevasseurc21@ comcast.net.

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Family Service of RI, headed by Riverside resident Margaret Holland McDuff, is hoping more Rhode Islanders will consider becoming foster parents. To encourage interest and raise awareness, the nonprofit is kicking off the fall by holding an Informational Open House for anyone who may be interested in helping a child as a foster parent. The Informational Open House will be held Wednesday, September 21 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Family Service of RI office on the first floor of 134 Thurbers Avenue in Providence. If you are interested but unable to attend, call Leidy Alves on her cell phone at 401-660-7822 or email her at AlvesLe@ familyserviceri.org Did you know? Foster parents receive tax-free dollars to support the placement; free daycare if foster parents work; free training; free medical and dental coverage for the child; a clothing allowance; 24/7 support and more. You may be single, partnered or married, and Family Service of RI is strongly encouraging LGBTQQI Rhode Islanders to contact them about foster parenting. There are many children in Rhode Island waiting for a loving home, and there’s a particularly strong need for homes for older children. More information is available at www. familyserviceri.org.

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EPHS 60th Reunion October 9th

East Providence High School Class of 1956 will celebrate their 60th class reunion on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at Wannamoisett Country Club, 96 Hoyt Ave, Rumford, RI. If you are classmate and have not received your invitation, please call June Dias Mace @(508)336-8709.

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Maria E. Pinheiro 10th Annual Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament 2016 Tee off with us on……… Sunday, October 9th

Swansea Country Club Annual scholarship awarded to a deserving East Providence High School Senior. 18 holes of Golf, Lunch, Golf Cart and Dinner - $110 per person. Raffles and Door Prizes!!!!!!!!! Registration at 11:00am…Tee off at 12noon The fund is managed by the Rhode Island Foundation, One Union Station, Prov, RI 02903 rifoundation.org

Good Neighbors “Souper” Soiree! October 15th

Tickets are now available for the annual “Souper Soiree” to benefit Good Neighbors Soup Kitchen, Food Patnry, and Day Shelter. The event will take place on Saturday, October 15 in the St. Brandan’s Parish Hall in Riverside and will feature catering by 1149 Restaurant, a raffle, and a silent auction. Tickets are $40 per person and can be reserved by calling 401-433-0045, by emailing goodneighborsri@gmail.com, or online at www.goodneighborsri.org . You can also reserve a table of eight for $320. All proceeds go toward Good Neighbors’ programs to provide hot meals, clothing, a food pantry, and other essentials services free of charge to those in need in East Providence and surrounding areas. This is Good Neighbors’ biggest fundraiser of the year. Join the party! More than 100 guests are expected to attend. A variety of corporate sponsorships are also available ranging from $250 to $2,500, as well as program ads from $25 - $100. For information about how you can support the Soiree, call 401-433-0045, email us at goodneighborsri@gmail.com, visit our website at www.goodneighborsri.org, or find us on Facebook.

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5th Annual Food & Wine Pairing with Silent Auction September 15th • 6:30pm – 9:00pm

Sample a wonderful selection of wine & beer which will be paired with cuisines from your favorite restaurants. All proceeds benefit the Historic Charles I.D. Looff Carousel. Live entertainment by The Diesel Band Jeff Carvalho and Tom Sullivan! The following restaurants will be on hand serving up some of your favorites: Uncle Tony's of Johnston, Riviera, Taunton Avenue Bakery, Scialo's Bakery, Schroeder's Deli, Lucky's Bar & Grill, Italian Gourmet, El Mariachi, Davenport's, China Gourmet and B. Pinelli's. We also have a wonderful Silent Auction and will be accepting credit cards this year. Tickets are available at www.crescentparkcarousel.org or call the office at 401-435-7518.

4th Annual Townie Pumpkin Festival October 2nd from 11am-4pm

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Church News & Events St. Joseph’s Polish Festival Sept. 9-11, 2016

St. Joseph Church 391 High Street, Central Falls, RI, will hold its annual Polish Festival, September 9-11, 2016. Friday, Sept. 9 (6 pm – 12am); Saturday, Sept. 10 (6p.m. – 12am) & Sunday, Sept. 11(12pm – 6pm). The festival will include delicious Polish and American Food, games of chance, children’s entertainment, & Music: Friday - DJ Michael, Saturday - Rhythm Band & Sunday by DJ Zaba. Admission is free. All Are Welcome. Wszyscy są mile widziani! Fr. DariuszJonczyk, Pastor

Seekonk Congregational Church Health & Safety Fair

The Seekonk Congregational Church, 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA is co-sponsoring a Health & Safety Fair on Saturday, September 10th, 2016 From 1pm-4pm. Free: Eye Exams, Hearing Tests, Car Seat Checks, Finger Printing, Fire Safety Clinic, Dental Info, Blood Pressure Screening & More…Fresh Homemade Dough-Boys, BBQ, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Water, Sodas…Will be available for purchase

Daughters of Isabella September Meeting

Daughters of Isabella will host a Open House/Ice Cream Social at our September 13th, 2016 1:00 PM meeting. We meet at Saint Brendan Parish Hall Turner Avenue Riverside. Please feel free to come to our meeting and see what we are all about and meet a new friend. Look forward to see you.

Family Fun Day at Evangelical Covenant Church

The Evangelical Covenant Church and the Covenant Cooperative Nursery School will be holding a Family Fun Day on Saturday, September 17th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. There will be food, games, contests, music and more! The church is located at 165 Rounds Ave., Riverside, RI. This is a free event and everyone is invited! Bring your friends and family, it’s going to be a great day!

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Clam Boil and Steak Fry

St Mary’s Episcopal Church will be holding its Annual ClamBoil/ SteakFry on Sunday September 18 2016 at the South Seekonk Rod and Gun Club on 61 Reed Street in Rehoboth. Gathering is at 3 pm with Dinner being served at 5 pm. There will be a Raffles and a 50/50 Raffle as well. Ticket prices are Clam Boil $30.00 and Steak Fry $25.00. Children under 10 are free for the clam-boil only. The Gun Club is Handicap accessibly For Tickets please call Mike Boyce at 401-253-2734, Terri Capron 401-332-3747, Gordon Hubbard 508-336-7461 St Mary’s is located at 81 Warren Ave in East Providence 401434-7456.

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A Night of Country Line Dancing at Seekonk Congregational Church

Seekonk Congregational Church, 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA presents…A Night of Country Line Dancing on September 24, 2016. The public is invited. Tickets: $15.00 per person. Country Buffet served at 6pm. Dancing – 7pm-10pm. Reservations are suggested by calling the church office 508-336-9355

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Haven United Methodist Church Upcoming Harvest Bazaar October 15, 2016 from 2 to 5 pm

Reserve a Vendor Table now ($25. donation). Call Joan at Haven United Methodist Church, 200 Taunton Ave., E. Providence, RI at 401-438-4911 or email havenumchurch@yahoo.com if interested.

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I disagree with the decision of most Rhode Island school districts, including East Providence, to start school before Labor Day. The argument by proponents is that the school year can be extended well toward the end of school in June. The last day of school is sometimes dictated by the number of snow days a school system may have. In Rhode Island that number can vary from zero to several. While the end of June can be very warm so can the end of August or early September! My belief is based on the premise that Rhode Island - The Ocean State - offers more leisure time in late August/early September than it does for a week and a half in June. Most in Rhode Island can’t afford exotic vacations like European travel, etc. For many families an annual vacation usually comprises a trip to the beach or camp site or maybe a trek to the New Hampshire lakes region. There are many other get-aways for people but I think going to the beach is something anyone can do. A two week beach house rental on a local shore is generally rejuvenating for families getting ready to face a long grey winter. If families can’t afford a beach house rental, several day trips to the beach can work. My objection to this change is also one of economics. As one who spends a lot of the summer boating and on Rhode Island beaches, I have noticed a drastic change after the second week of August in recent years. Now that schools open before Labor Day, parents are forced to do back-to-school shopping at least a week or two before school opens. Other arrangements are made for return to school logistics and the beach resort areas quiet down. There are less beach house rentals as families obviously won’t rent a beach house through Labor Day if the kids are back to school. While weekends may stay somewhat busy on a hot day in early September, most days now the beaches are quieter. School starting before Labor Day means all school-related activities begin even earlier. Band and sports practice have to gear up, teachers have to start preparing earlier and kids haven’t enjoyed any down time from hectic activities like little league and other camp activities. It’s like someone flipped a switch and summer is over. Gone is the smooth transition from hot summer to “Indian Summer” to Fall. I stopped in and talked to a well known South County, RI beach realty firm and found support for my theory. While reluctant to say business wasn’t good, they did confirm that late August beach house rentals have dropped considerably with the change in school year. Even local beach restaurants and souvenir shops tail off. Not good for business I say. I guess in the big scheme of things, my lament of the shortening of summertime isn’t a match for other problems in the world. I can hear many of you saying, ‘too bad Rodericks, move on with the times!” On the other hand with all the worries of today’s society, maybe rushing our traditional rite of those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer isn’t a good idea after all. Beach bum forever, I say! (Bob Rodericks is a Feature Writer for this paper. The views expressed in this commentary are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views of this publication.)

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K-Rob Breaks World Record By Bob Rodericks East Providence native and EPHS Hall of Famer Kevin Robinson, known to thousands world wide as K-Rob, earned a Guinness World Record title when he established a new record for the longest power assisted bicycle backflip in history last month. Robinson soared over 80 feet in the air near Providence City Hall and over two X Games BMX ramps. The event was televised worldwide on ESPN. A former champion professional BMX rider, K-Rob dazzled the large crowd by breaking the record on his second try. His first try had the crowd gasping as Robinson hit the ramp’s top and appeared to be injured. After being examined by rescue officials K-Rob tried again and this time he set a new world record with his jump of 84 feet. “This Guinness Record is a very proud moment for me. Not only because of the record itself, but the process it took to get there. This record represents the love for family, the loyalty of friends, commitment, and the pure determination to make a dream a reality. I’m proud to represent the great state of Rhode Island and the folks that live in it,” Robinson told the Reporter in a post-jump interview. Robinson said he had a special reason for coming out of retirement and selecting Providence, RI as an event location. “In all the yrs of my career my parents haven’t been able to be at my big achievements in person. That’s the main reason for doing this entire event. The 1st X games in 1995 started here in RI. I did a promo for a newspaper bunny-hopping my Dad right here in Kennedy Plaza. Life comes full circle. Here we are again some 20 plus years later in Kennedy Plaza and once again I’m jumping over my dad on The entire Robinson family and large fan base showed up in person to cheer on K-Rob. “Bringing the folks of Rhode Island together, giving my dad the best seat in the house, me flipping with the great Providence skyline as the backdrop made this a special day.”

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Fort Polk, LA. - Members of a task force with the New York Army National Guard’s 27th Infantry Brigade Combat Team successfully completed the rigors of a force on force training exercise here July 29 and begin heading home this week. The troops, with more than 5,000 participants from more than 30 states across the country, spent nearly the month of July at Fort Polk as part of the training rotation at the Joint Readiness Training Center, known as JRTC. Their experience included deployment and staging at Fort Polk followed by more than ten days of offensive and defensive missions in the post maneuver areas against a real opposing force. The maneuver training is designed to challenge all the components of the maneuver brigade, including infantry, artillery and aviation operations, engineering and reconnaissance tasks, logistics and resupply and medical support and personnel replacements. The brigade task force included the entire New York Army National Guard brigade combat team, along with supporting elements that included additional infantry units from Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Pennsylvania. Aviation support for the task force included aircrews from Connecticut, Maryland and Utah. Massachusetts Army National Guard Specialist Michael Santos, from Riverside, R.I., completed training here as part of the Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 182nd Infantry Regiment and redeploys back home this week as the brigade task force completes the training exercise. Massachusetts Army National Guard Private 1st Class Jacob Butler, from East Providence, R.I., completed training here as part of the Delta Company, 1st Battalion, 182nd Infantry and redeploys back home this week as the brigade task force completes the training exercise.

September 2016 The Reporter Massachusetts Army National Guard Specialist Frank Savard, from East Providence, R.I., completed training here as part of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 182nd Infantry Regiment and redeploys back home this week as the brigade task force completes the training exercise. The Joint Readiness Training Center allows Army units to conduct combat training in a realistic environment which features a well-trained opposing force, civilian role-players on the battlefield, high-tech systems which monitor the action, and observercontrollers to evaluate unit actions. All of the exercise participants and opposing force troops wore the Army’s Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) gear for the exercise. The gear consists of a sensor-leaden harness worn by the Soldier and a halo of sensors attached to the Soldier’s helmet. In addition to sensors, every weapon system also includes a laser emitter. When the Soldier fires a blank with their weapon, the laser fires a beam. If a target sensor receives a hit, then the Soldier is considered wounded or a vehicle disabled, requiring all of the combat response actions to provide first aid and evacuation. The MILES gear enables infantrymen to conduct realistic combat training against a real enemy opponent and forces combat medics and logistics personnel to hone their skills by treating simulated battlefield injuries or evacuating damaged vehicles. JRTC is one of the Army’s three combat training centers at which brigade-sized units can conduct realistic training against an opposing force. JRTC specializes in light infantry warfare and operations. For Soldiers, it is considered by Soldiers as the Super Bowl of Army training. The redeployment for the thousands of Soldiers back to their home states is expected to be complete by August 5.

Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation Awards Three Scholarships

The Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s scholarships. Madeline Carroll $2,000.00 E a s t Providence High School—Attending, Smith College Brynne Costa $2, 000.00 E a s t Providence High School—Attending, University of Rhode Island Adrianna Saccoccio $ 1 , 0 0 0 . 0 0 Cranston High School West—Attending, Brown University On behalf of the Foundation, we would like to congratulate these students and wish them the best of luck as they begin the next step of their journey. To all those that continue to support the foundation in its mission, we thank you! Donations may be made year round and can be sent to: Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation PO Box 154544 Riverside RI 02915 The Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships to assist graduating and continuing students whose studies continued on next page...

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Scholarship Foundation of East Prov. Awards More Than $162,000 To Local Students

Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and residents, Scholarship Foundation (SF) of East Providence awarded scholarships totaling more than $162,000 to East Providence residents this year. More than 100 businesses, organizations, families and individuals sponsored this year’s awards. Members of the scholarship group distributed checks to 151 recipients at Weaver Library in August. The event marked the 47th scholarship presentation by the allvolunteer organization. Scholarship Foundation of East Providence has provided more than $3 million in scholarships to more than 3,000 local students in the four and a half decades since its founding SF of East Providence is one of the few local organizations that offers scholarships to students who live in East Providence from the time they graduate from high school through their senior year in college. This year, 74 graduating seniors and 77 enrolled students from 7 different public, parochial and private schools received scholarships. Using a standardized application process, SF of East Providence administers scholarships based on merit and financial need to students who will be attending college, career or technical school. The group also sponsors events, such as a community-wide phone-a-thon and a Holiday Breakfast, to raise additional funds for scholarships and to ensure that each recipient is awarded a minimum of $1,000. Businesses, local organizations, families or individuals who are interested in initiating a scholarship through Scholarship Foundation of East Providence or who would like to learn more can contact Joan Kent at 401-431-1675 or at P.O. Box 154438, East Providence, RI 02915.

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EPRD Announces 2016 Dolly Searle Golf Tourney Winners

The East Providence Recreation Department conducted the 61st annual Dolly Searle Memorial golf tournament on Monday July 25th. This year’s event held at the Metacomet Country Club. The golf tournament provides funding for scholarships awarded annually to college bound city residents graduating high school. This year, $1,000.00 scholarships were awarded to three EP high school grads majoring in Recreation, Education, Fine Arts and Public Service. The Recreation department extends deepest appreciation to the Metacomet, the club’s PGA Head Golf Professional, CJ Talbert and our generous sponsors: Cavaco Brothers, Inc.; PMA; Michael W. Tripp, CPA; Del’s Lemonade of East Providence; East Providence Men’s Softball USSSA; AB Munroe Dairy; O’Brien & Sons; Bowling Academy, Inc.; Graphic Ink; Joseph R. Crook; Community & Teachers FCU; Firefly; Anderson Motors, Inc.; Commercial Electric, Inc. ; Stephen B. Barlow; Commercial Electric, Inc. & J&J Auto Service Special thanks to all our volunteers and tournament organizer, Deborah Rochford.

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Michael Huftalen Graduates in the Nichols Class of 2016

Dudley, MA (08/11/2016)-- Nichols College graduated 456 students on May 8, 2016, at the DCU Center in Worcester. Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker delivered the Commencement address. Michael Huftalen of Rumford, RI graduated with a/an BSBA from Nichols College.

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Alexa N Ferreira of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Science in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design, Public Relations. Andrew M Palrao of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. David G Sepe of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science in Sociology, Political Science. Nuno A Medeiros of Rumford, RI, received a Master of Arts in Education. Magdalene M Deardorff of Riverside, RI, received a Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy. Habib Opeyemi Lawal of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics. Julie Marie Gaspar of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science in Health Studies. Michelle Lukas of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. Tina M Duquette of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Jacqueline Corbett of Riverside, RI, received a Master of Science in Nutrition and Food Science. Students who received the honor summa cum laude graduated with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.7; students who received the honor of magna cum laude graduated with a GPA of at least 3.50; and students who received the honor of cum laude graduated with a GPA of at least 3.3. The University of Rhode Island’s pioneering research extends the University’s influence well beyond its coastal borders, while its unique interdisciplinary courses provide about 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students with global opportunities in an intimate environment. In May 2016, about 3,300 undergraduate and 700 graduate degrees were awarded. The University now has about 120,000 alumni worldwide.

Considering Adoption? Adoption Options Offers Free Informational Meetings

Adoption Options is holding a free informational session for those considering adoption and are interested in hearing about available options. Licensed adoption workers will be available to provide information and answer questions. In Rhode Island, the next meeting is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 959 North Main Street in Providence on September 15, 2016. Adoption Options, a non-sectarian, non-profit, comprehensive adoption program of Jewish Family Service works with prospective adoptive parents, birth parents and people who have been adopted. The agency is licensed in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with offices in Attleboro and Providence. The agency’s work with all members of the adoption triad is focused on helping individuals to understand their options and make the most informed choices for their future. For more information, please contact Peg Boyle at 401-3315437 or visit www.AdoptionOptions.org.

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SPOTLIGHT ON SPORTS By Bob Rodericks

One Coach Back - One Coach Leaves EPHS Hockey Transitions

East Providence High School hockey will no longer be based at the school nor have its own identity. Although the hockey program bravely fought for an existence the past few years, it finally succumbed to low numbers. It wasn’t for lack of heart, however, but simply put, it was near impossible to house a hockey team without a rink. Imagine a baseball team without a field. One main reason that Townie hockey lasted so long was the success of now former head coach, Kevin Croke. “It’s a sad day in East Providence when the Townies have to seek out a partner to coop with to survive as a program. The lack of available and affordable ice time locally has crippled hockey in the area,” Kevin Croke told the Reporter late last month. In the early days of Townie hockey, the team used the Dudley Richards rink off New Road in Rumford. The rink was home to many classic hockey games. Most notable were the state and New England championship teams of the Wilson - Army era as well as years before that time. Strong Townie hockey teams coached by iconic coaches like Joe Sprague and Bob Fontes and others provided many years of great ice-hockey. However when a city council of the 70’s refused to buy and add the Richards rink to the city recreation department, the rink was sold and became USA Skates, its’ current tenant. The high school then was forced to rent space at the Lynch Public Arena in Pawtucket for several years. “When Pawtucket sold Lynch to a private owner in 2009, ice costs skyrocketed which in turn sent the urban hockey programs scrambling. We were the last surviving urban ring school to field an autonomous high school hockey team,” lamented Croke. Increasingly, talented hockey players were going elsewhere to play hockey. New Townie Athletic Director, Gregg Amore was faced with a decision this year when only a handful of players showed interest in skating. “One of AD Gregg Amore’s first acts was to insure the survival of the Townies Hockey Program. He immediately sought out potential matches and settled on a merger with Lincoln High School. Lincoln’s former coach and I discussed a possible coop before last season, but we were unable to put together a proposal. Gregg, along with Superintendent Kathryn Crowley, who is a big hockey proponent herself, banged out an agreement to merge the programs in a two year coop. Lincoln, who has 14 players and the Townies are returning 8 will end up with a very good team. Lincoln, with the greater number of players will serve as the host team, which makes them responsible for all the administration of it,” further explained Croke. One benefit of the coop is the East Providence players will join Lincoln in Division 2 this year. Mike Forrest, the Townie assistant coach the past 5 years will be staying on with the coop. Croke is the odd man out. “After 5 years with the Townies, and with my role as head coach being significantly diminished as part of the coop, I turned in my resignation last month to Gregg Amore. As I look back at my tenure at East Providence, I had the privilege of coaching some really wonderful student-athletes. I can only hope my players have learned a fraction as much from me as I learned from them. They provided me an experience which I am forever indebted. One should never question the heart, nor depth of character of a Townie,” continued Croke. continued on next page...

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Croke, who won three state championships as a Townie coach isn’t leaving hockey altogether. He has accepted the head coaching job for the Barrington High School hockey team. “I am excited about the opportunity to coach in Barrington, but I will always treasure my memories at East Providence.” Croke is concerned for the future of Rhode Island hockey. “Unless 2-3 new ice rinks are built, and at least one on the East Bay, I’m afraid for the future. Not only here, it’s all RI Hockey. We’re down to 26 varsity hockey programs in RI. Ten years ago, there was something like a 15 team D2 and 15 team D3 and an 8 team D1. For now, Coach Croke will continue to teach young men and women on the ice, only he’s an Eagle and not a Townie for now.

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Before the sun sets on Saturday September 10, the 295 students of Agnes B. Hennessey School will receive a long awaited place to play. Agnes B. Hennessey School will hold a community playground build on September 10 from 7 AM to 6 PM at the school recess yard on the corner of Fort Street and Seventh Street. The Hennessey School Playground Project was launched by parents in November 2014 to support their children in their learning and development. The school PTA, the Principal Advisory Committee (HPAC), parents, students, and members of the local community worked together with city administrators, school administrators, and state legislators to transform the blacktop behind the school into the recess playground Hennessey schoolchildren deserve. The playground project has raised nearly $90,000. Corporate sponsors have included Platinum Hero: Collette Travel; Silver Hero: Grieco Toyota; and Bronze Heroes: Miller Roast Beef, Guardian Pest, East Providence Fire Department Local 850, and Teknor Apex. All are welcome to help build the playground. No construction experience is necessary. Stay for as long or as short as they would like. For more info, visit Hennessey Playground Project’s website: http://dgordontext.wix.com/hennesseyplayground.

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Day camps are offered at the Recreation Center from 9am - 5pm during school vacation for youth members age 6-12. (Excludes holidays). Activities include games, sports, arts & crafts and special themed events. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Fee is $12 per day per child. December Day Camp: Dec. 27, 28 & 29.

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Beginner & Intermediate. Monday 12:30 - 2pm $4 per class or pre- pay $12 a month . Begins Oct. 17

Special Needs

The EPRD provides various programs for adults and seniors with disabilities. A medical release form is required of all first time participants and may be obtained by calling the main office at 4357511. Activities include dine outs, movies, dancercise, crafts, day trips and special events. Round trip door-to-door transportation is

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Fall hours effective as of September 12 - Dec. 31, 2016 M-F Adults: 9am - 9pm / ages 6-14, 3 - 7pm / ages 15-17, 7 - 9pm Saturday ages 18+ only, 9am - 1pm *Please Note: children may not accompany adult members during their use of the recreation center.

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East Providence Recreation Department Co-ed Youth Soccer League

The East Providence Recreation Department will offer a co-ed youth soccer league for East Providence youth ages 8-12. The league will provide an opportunity for youth to hone their skills and advance to higher levels of play while emphasizing good sportsmanship and teamwork Games will run Saturdays at Martin Middle school soccer field located at 111 Brown St., September 10 - November 5th between 9am -1pm. Fee is $25 per child There will be a meet and greet practice with the coaches on September 3rd at 9am. To register or for more information please call the Recreation Center at 401433-6360 or you may register in person at the meet and greet on September 3rd.

Enjoy A Taste Of The Ocean State At The Sixth Annual Big Toast Fundraiser

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Are you a Rhode Island Foodie? Do you enjoy a night out and a good cocktail with friends? Join us at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State’s sixth annual food and drink tasting: The Big Toast! Awarded RI Monthly’s Best Nonprofit Fundraiser, this extraordinary tasting event features over 60 restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries and distilleries offering samples of their most delicious and enticing offerings. Featured vendors include Sons of Liberty, Two Ten Oyster Bar, Mills Tavern, The Real McCoy, The Coast Guard House and many more. Enjoy live entertainment and enter the “Taste of the Ocean State” raffle for a chance to win $1,000 in restaurant gift cards to RI’s finest! This year the event will be held on October 6th 2016 at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston. Tickets are on sale now at www. TheBigToast.org. Guests who purchase

tickets using promo code ‘EARLYBIRD’ will save 20% on each ticket from now until August 31st. Presenting Sponsor, Alex and Ani also generously donated a bangle to be included in swag bags given out to the first 300 to people to arrive. David Dadekian, President of Eat Drink RI and winner of a 2014 Rhode Island Foundation Innovation Grant, will be returning as Honorary Chairperson for the event and is excited to be a part of The Big Toast again this year. “BBBSOS has been a great organization to work with! Their mission is not only admirable, but the services they provide to more than 500 local children every year are critical to the future of Rhode Island. I’m so happy to be able to offer my experience in helping to make this event a continued success!” Dadekian will be joining BBBSOS, along with Basta Italian Restaurant for a cooking segment on the WPRI 12 Rhode Show on September 28th live at 9:00 a.m. Tune in for a delicious recipe and more details on The Big Toast! To find out more about the event, see photo highlights from last year’s event or to learn more about becoming a mentor to a child in Rhode Island, visit www.BBBSOS. org or call 401.921.2434.

Wickford Wicked Week & ½ Is Bigger Than Ever!

Celebrate the excitement of autumn and the Halloween season as Wickford Village hosts its’ largest line-up of family fun and free events during Wickford Wicked Week & ½! Whether you want to have a night out with the ladies in the crisp fall air, learn some interesting town history, or bring the kids for seasonal crafts and trick-or-treating, there’s something fun planned in Wickford for you October 22nd through Halloween Day! The activities begin with “Pumpkins In The Park,” where kids are invited to paint a pumpkin for free! Do you enjoy history and even a little fright? Two different Graveyard walking tours will be offered in the village this year. Grab your girlfriends for a beautiful evening of boutique shopping and enjoy refreshments and demonstrations at many of the shops on Ladies’ Night. See the town lit up in jack-o-lantern luminaries and Harbor Lights. Get the entire family costumed up and join the Horribles Parade to be led by Pete and Chris Amusements. Entertainment and trick-or-treating to follow the parade… leashed pets welcome, too! Many more activities are planned for Wickford Wicked Week ½. Visit www.wickfordvillage.com or follow us on facebook (I love wickford village) for event dates, locations and other details.

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Join Us for The 6th Annual Watchemoket Square Day

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Join Us October 1st for Watchemoket Square Day There will be a Marketplace, Food Vendors, Boat Tours, Car Show & More!

The Sixth Annual Watchemoket Square Day is set for Saturday, October 1, 2016 from 11:00am - 4:00pm. The day-long event is presented by East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce. It is a celebration of Watchemoket Square’s past, present and future. Indoor and outdoor activities will take place on or near Warren Avenue (Rt. 6) and Waterfront Drive in East Providence. The event is open to the public with plenty of free parking and no admission fee. It is a rain or shine event. As of the date of this publication, the following events have been confirmed. The event opens at 11:00am with a dedication ceremony for a newly commissioned public artwork display at the corner of Warren Avenue and Valley Street. The display was commissioned by the East Providence Arts Council with a $15,000 grant from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA.) Local organizations were involved in choosing the design; which is part of the Arts and Entertainment District theme for the Watchemoket Square area. New this year! Kevin Robinson a.k.a. K-Rob will make an appearance in the morning at Watchemoket Square Day. On August 13, 2016 in Providence, RI, he set the Guinness World Record for the longest power-assisted bicycle backflip, after landing a jump of 84 feet and 4 inches. An East Providence native, K-Rob is a 4-time X-Games Gold Medalist and a 10-time medalist overall. He retired from the X-Games in 2013, and came out of retirement to break the record in his hometown state. New! Kids Corner will be set up inside the Auditorium of St. Mary’s Episcoal Church. It is a family-friendly activity site featuring: face painting, balloon animals and musical entertainment hosted by Lighthouse Baptist Church. De Perla Theater company will be presenting a Make-Your-Own Puppet Workshop. Throughout the day, an exhibit about the history of the Watchemoket Fire Department will be on display at Tockwotton on the Waterfront. It is hosted by the East Providence Fire Department, along with the East Providence Historical Society who will also be hosting Historic Walking Tours of Watchemoket Square. Several presentations about East Providence’s waterfront will take place in the Tockwotton on the Waterfront Theater. Bill Fazioli, chairman of the East Providence Waterfront District Commission, will be the presenter. URI Marine Scientist, David Robinson, returns to the event to continue last year’s discussion about his research on the Ship Graveyard off the coast of East Providence. Weather-permitting, the presentation will be held at Bold Point so attendees can see and learn about the site in-person.

September 2016 The Reporter The Comedy Connection has booked Paul Mecurio for two evening performances at 7:30pm and 10:00pm. Mecurio is a Rhode Island native and is the warm-up comic for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He is a regular guest on the Fox News comedy/ talk show Red Eye with Greg Gutfield, CNN, CNNfm, and MSNBC. Tickets are available through Comedy Connection The East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Watchemoket Square Day Information Booth. Stop by for an event brochure, directions or information about the event or area. Souvenir T-shirts and sweatshirts will be available for sale; along with complimentary East Providence street maps. Food will be available at: Al’s Waterfront Restaurant, St. Mary’s Church, and Tockwotton on the Waterfront, Site Locations: (more to be announced) Watchemoket Square Public Art Display: Corner of Warren Ave and Valley Street St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 81 Warren Avenue Hot Rides, Inc., 30 Veterans Memorial Parkway Comedy Connection, 39 Warren Avenue Tockwotton on the Waterfront, 500 Waterfront Drive Al’s Waterfront Restaurant, 28 Water Street

History of Watchemoket Square Watchemoket Square (pronounced Watch-uh-Mocket or Watch-Moe-ket) began near Bold Point and was used by the Wampanoag Indians to cross the Seekonk River to what is now Providence. Watchemoket is an Indian word meaning the proximity of the river and the tidal marsh… with the feel and smell of the area. In the early years of East Providence, which was then known as Rehoboth, Massachusetts, the site was the best place to cross the river. In 1793, John Brown of Providence built a bridge from Fox Point (Providence) to Bold Point. In 1885, an iron bridge was built which led to development in the area; including an inn followed by over one hundred businesses. By 1906, Watchemoket Square became the central business district of East Providence and covered approximately nine acres of land in the central section of the town. For more information about the Sixth Annual Watchemoket Square Day, visit the Watchemoket Square Facebook page, watchemoketsquareday.com or contact the East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce, 401.438.1212 or office@eastprovidenceareachamber.com

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East Providence Public Libraries

WEAVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY 41 Grove Avenue, 401-434-2453 RIVERSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY 475 Bullocks Point Avenue, 401-433-4877

www.eastprovidencelibrary.org

Monday - Thursday 9-8; Friday & Saturday 9-5

September Children's Activities Buster The Teaching Bus @Weaver Wed, Sept 7, 10:30-11:00

Meet Buster, the winking, blinking, talking and driving robotic school bus. Learn about traffic and pedestrian safety as well as bike and bus safety. Geared for children ages 4+.

Crazy 8s Math Club @Weaver

Tuesdays, Sept 13 – Nov 1, 3:30-4:30

For kids in grades K-2. Crazy 8s is an 8 week math club that helps kids enjoy the math behind their favorite activities. With Crazy 8s kids will build glow-in-the-dark structures, crack secret spy codes and play games like Toilet Paper Olympics. Register: Call 434-2453. Limited to 16.

Costume Swap @Weaver

Bring in a clean, gently-used children’s costume anytime in September. Receive a ticket for each costume. Come back on Saturday, Oct. 8, 3:00-4:30 or Tuesday, Oct. 11, 10:00-noon to redeem your ticket for a different costume.

Beginner Knitting Class @Riverside

Tuesdays, September 20 – October 25, 3:00-4:00

Grades 6 and up. This 6-week class will teach you everything you need to know to start knitting. You will learn how to make and complete a simple pair of fingerless gloves as a first project. Yarn and needles will be provided, but you can bring your own if you wish. Register: Call 433-4877. Limited to 10.

Weekly Storytimes

September 14 through December 1st

Registration is not required. 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

All Ages Craft @Riverside

Wednesdays, Drop-in between 3:00-4:30pm

Sept. 21 – Leaf Bugs – Create bugs & creatures using leaves, sticks and other things found in nature.

Movies For All Ages On The Big Screen Thursdays, 6:00pm @Riverside

All movies are rated PG. Snacks are provided. September 22 – Emma’s Chance – drama/family/sport (2016, 93 min.) November 17 – The Jungle Book – adventure/drama/family (2016, 106 min.)

Young Minds In Motion @Riverside Wednesdays, October 5-26, 4:00-5:30

For kids ages 8-12. Four weeks of hands-on activities and experimentation involving many different science concepts. Week 1: Power of the wind

Week 2: Motion Commotion Week 3: Rockets to the Rescue Week 4: Marshmallow Catapults Register: Call 433-4877. Limited to 15.

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).

$$$ Read Down Your Fines $$$

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.

Looking For A Tutor?

Check out our website to interact with a live tutor. “Live Homework Help” tutors can help you with homework, studying for an exam, or understanding today’s lesson. Math, Science, Social Studies, and English – all levels including AP. . Live Homework Help tutors are available every day from 2:00pm-10:00pm.

September Teen Programs Knitting Class @ Riverside

This 6 week class will teach you everything you need to start knitting. You will learn how to make and complete a simple pair of finger-less gloves as a first project. Yarn and needles will be provided, but you can bring your own if you wish. First meeting is Tuesday, September 20th, 3-4pm.

Teen Meet-Up:

‘Service And Suggestions Night’ @ Weaver

NEW for East Providence TEENS! This monthly event will allow you to earn community service hours for meeting with a Teen Librarian to discuss what is new at school and which programs/ materials/services you would like to see provided by the library. We

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may also work on other service activities. Snacks will be provided! For grades 9+. Call 434-2453 to register. First meeting is Monday, September 26th, 5:30-7:30pm.

Teen Book Club @ Weaver

Saturday, September 17th, 2-3pm

Represent! Your race. Your culture. Your life. Think no one gets it? There is someone who does. That’s the beauty of books. Discover the world without leaving your room! A book club built for you, by you. Snacks provided! The group will meet once/month.

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.

Community Service Opportunities @ Weaver and Riverside

Earn community service credit for high school or confirmation. Weaver Library: Wednesday, Sept. 28, 5:30-7:30pm Riverside Library: Saturday, Sept. 10, 10am-noon.

Looking For A Tutor?

Check out our website to interact with a live tutor. Live Homework Help tutors can help you with homework, studying for an exam, or understanding today’s lesson. Math, Science, Social Studies, and English – all levels including AP. Tutors are available every day from 2pm until 10pm.

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Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra

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Saturday, September 17, 2016 10:30am – 12:30pm

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Book Clubs at Weaver

Wed, September 7th 10:30am-Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder Tuesday, September 13th 2pm or 7pm-Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder Thursday, September 15th 12:30pm-Nationalism Rising by Jonathan Haidt Clubs meet monthly. Contact Joyce at 434-2453 or eplibraryjoyce@yahoo.com to join.

Join us for the first symphony concert in Weaver Library’s history! The 40-piece orchestra will perform pieces by Beethoven, Dvorak, and more on the library lawn. Bring a lawn chair and relax to beautiful music on a late summer afternoon.

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Thurs, September 8th 4pm -7pm

Enjoy delicious, local, and healthy foods, and live music on the library lawn. Thank you for supporting your local farmers, businesses, and your local library! Buy local; it stays local. Well-known folk musician Barry Brown plays guitar and 8-stringed ukulele.

Sunday, September 11, 2016 2pm

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CALLING ALL TOWNIES! Weaver Library and the 50th Reunion Committee of East Providence High School’s Class of 1966 invite you to a spirited discussion. Members of the class of 1966 and current high school students will sit on a panel answering questions that highlight the similarities and differences in attending East Providence High School a half-century apart. Professor James Martin from the Class of 1966 will moderate the panel. Whether you are 16 or 66, this is going to be INFORMATIVE and FUN! Light refreshments.

The Aristocats

Monday, September 19, 2016 7pm

Lloyd Kaplan leads this well-loved jazz/swing ensemble whose musicians include members of the Rhode Island Music Hall of fame!

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Down by the Old Mill Stream: Quilts in Rhode Island

Tuesday, September 27, 2016 7pm

Weaver Library and the East Providence Historical Society present Linda Welters and Margaret Ordonez, authors of Down by the Old Mill Stream, who will give a talk connecting history, culture, and technology to quilts in Rhode Island. The evening will also honor the local Piecemakers Quilting Group. Doors will be open at 6:30pm for light refreshment and to view a beautiful quilt display.

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The Last Good Heist: Author Talk with Tim White

Monday, October 3, 2016 7pm

Weaver Library will host a talk and book signing with author and WPRI investigative reporter Tim White. White’s recently published book, The Last Good Heist, is taking Rhode Island by storm! Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Friends of Library Hold “A Taste of Fall” Raffle

The Friends of the East Providence Public Library will hold a “Taste of Fall” raffle at the Fall Book Sale at Weaver Library, 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, from September 29 to October 2. More than $600 in prizes will be offered. Included are Flex tickets to a Providence Bruins hockey game, tickets to Ocean State Theatre’s production of Billy Elliott: The Musical and Doubt: A Parable. Prizes also include AAA membership, gift certificates to local restaurants International House of Pancakes, Uncle Tony’s Pizza & Pasta, China Gourmet, Outback Steakhouse and PieZoni’s. Additional prizes are gift certificates to Quality Fruitland and Christmas Tree Shop, a Starbucks coffee basket and a dish garden from Gilmore’ Flowers Shop. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 and can be purchased prior to the book sale during library hours at Riverside Library or at the Fall Book Sale Members Only preview at Weaver Library September 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. and from September 30 to October 2 at the book sale at Weaver. Proceeds will benefit special programs and concerts and will help to provide museum passes for library patrons. The drawing will be held at the close of the book sale on October 2. You do not have to be present to win.

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Fall Book Sale at Weaver Library

Weaver Library, 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, will host the annual Fall Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the East Providence Library on Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, October 2 from 1-5 p.m. The sale will take place in the Champlin Program Room. Proceeds will benefit a wide range of library programs, including museum passes and special concerts and events throughout the year. To kick off the fundraiser, a Members Only Preview Sale for Friends of the East Providence Public Library will be held on Thursday, September 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Individuals who are not Friends can join for a $5 per person annual membership fee, payable at the door. All paid members are welcome to purchase books at this advance sale.

Beethoven, Dvorak, & More!

Thousands of items will be available at very reasonable prices. Hard cover and soft cover books are $1, children’s and young adult books are 50¢, pocket-sized paperbacks are 25¢, CDs, DVDs and audio books are $1, and VHS tapes are 50¢. A special section of books, including vintage editions will be priced as marked. A selection of books from the Friends’ Collectors’ Corner will also be featured. Payment can be made by cash or check. Books are displayed on portable bookcases and are sorted in more than 50 clearly marked categories and are restocked continuously throughout the sale. Novels are sorted alphabetically, so it is easy for you to stock up on top-sellers by your favorite authors. There is a selection of classics, large print, reference, short stories, foreign language books and biographies. Books on sports, art, music, business, history, cooking, health and parenting are available. Also featured are books on self-help, gardening, home repair, writing, religion, travel and leisure activities. Questions? Call the library at (401) 434-2453.

Friends Book Sale To Feature “Collectors’ Corner”

Volunteer members of the Friends of the East Providence Public Library sort through thousands of books each year in preparation for their fall and spring book sales. On occasion, among the boxes September 11, 2016 2pm and bags of donated books, they discover a special or unusual book Narragansett Bay Symphony that catches their eye. These collectible books will be featured at the Fall Book Sale at Weaver Library on Members Only Preview Night, Community Orchestra Thursday, September 29 from 6 to 8 p.m., on Friday, September Weaver Library Lawn 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 30 and Saturday, October 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, 401-434-2453 Free and open to all October 2 from 1-5 p.m. A list of these special books is available on the Friends of the East Providence Library web page on the East Providence Public Library website, www.eastprovidencelibrary.org. Just click on “Your Library”, then “Friends of the Library” and click on “Collectors’ Corner.” The books are listed with a short description and price on the site. Dozens of books are featured on a wide variety of topics. Some were published in the 1800s or the turn of the century. Among the current books offered in the Collectors’ Corner is an 1896 first edition of The Providence Plantations for 250 Years by Welcome Arnold Greene for $50. Step Free Complimentary back into childhood with a 1976 edition of Car Wash with the Complete Works of Lewis Carroll for this coupon $10 or classics such as Pinocchio, Treasure Island, Heidi and The Three Musketeers. Art lovers will enjoy books on Andy Warhol, The National Gallery of Art and Paintings in the Louvre. Also featured are unusual selections such as Mrs. Ellis’ Temperance Tales pubExp.Sept. 30th, 2016. Valid only at CDJR. Exp. Sept. 30th, 2016. Valid only at CDJR. lished in 1842, a 1921 edition of the Official Cannot be combined with other offers or Cannot be combined with other offers or Automobile Blue Book and Confessions of applied to previous services. applied to previous services. an English Opium Eater. Following the book sale, the collection will be available for viewing by appointment only by sending an email to epcol1491 Brayton Point Rd. Somerset MA (Exit 4 off 195) • 508-675-1106 lectorscorner@yahoo.com. As with The Friends’ seasonal sales and ongoing book Factory Authorized to Sell & Service ALL Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram Vehicles sale, all proceeds from the Collectors’ Corner benefit the East Providence Public Library.

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Good Neighbors Seeks Sponsors and Ads for Annual Soiree

Good Neighbors Soup Kitchen and Day Shelter is seeking local businesses with community spirit to support the 26th annual “Souper Soiree.” A variety of sponsorship levels are available, ranging from $250 to $2,500 and include tickets to the event, a full-page ad in the program book, and more. Program ads are also available and range from $25 - $100, depending on the size of the ad. The event will take place on Saturday, October 15 in the St. Brandan’s Parish Hall and will feature catering by 1149 Restaurant, a raffle, and a silent auction. This is Good Neighbors’ biggest fundraiser of the year. More than 150 guests are expected to attend. Good Neighbors is located in Riverside and provides meals, clothing, a food pantry, and other essentials services free of charge to those in need in East Providence and surrounding areas. A growing number of people rely on the soup kitchen each day for a hot meal, supplementary food, and other assistance. For information about how you can support the Soiree, call 401-433-0045 or email goodneighborsri@gmail.com. Visit www.goodneighborsri.org or our Facebook page.

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National Senior Center Month

“A senior center is a community focal point on aging where older persons as individuals or in groups come together for services and activities which enhance their dignity, support their independence and encourage their involvement in and with the community” National Institute of Senior Centers - National Council on Aging

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Problem Gambling Services of RI - Sept. 6th

Problem Gambling is characterized as behavior that results in harmful effects to the gambler and to those he or she cares about:

A Place for Mom - Sept 27th

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.

A Place for Mom was founded 15 years ago to help families navigate the maze of senior housing options. Since then, A Place for Mom has grown to become the largest senior living referral service in the U.S. and Canada. Although our company name focuses on "mom," we help dad too! As well as uncles, aunts, brothers and sisters - anyone who is faced with finding the best senior living options for their loved ones. “Stop by to say hello to Jennye Durante at A Place for Mom and pick information on Lifelong Learning: Education for Seniors. When you stop by Jennye will automatically enter you in a drawing to win a $20.00 gift card at Stop & Shop.”

What is “Active Aging?”

Simply put, Active Aging is the process of taking part in a variety of activities in order to optimize wellness and enhance quality of life as you age. The Active Aging movement is important for all people because it extends healthy life expectancy and quality of life. Social participation and social support are strongly associated with good health and well-being throughout life. Participation in physical and social activities allows older adults to continue to exercise their competence, maintain positive relationships, and improve their overall wellness. The Senior Center will afford community members a myriad of inclusive social activities and programs designed to make an Active Aging lifestyle achievable. Keep browsing to explore all that we have to offer and discover how you can transform your well being today.

Fitness Room

The centers Health & Wellness gym features a state-of-the-art fitness center designed to meet the health and wellness needs of older adults. There will be a wide selection of cardiovascular, strength training, free weight and stretching equipment. The fitness center equipment is safe, comfortable and easy to operate for members of all skill levels. Using the array of machines, equipment and accessories, members 55 years and up will be able to maintain and improve their physical fitness levels while enhancing their quality of life.

Health Programs

Women and Infants Hospital Health Screenings Tuesday, Sept 6th 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.

Clinical Lab

Wednesday September 7th @ 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.

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.

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

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Blood Pressure Clinics 10:30—11:30am

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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.

Podiatrist

Thursday, July 7th 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

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.

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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.

Beginners Yoga $3 Mondays, 10:30am

Chair Yoga

Mondays Noon—1pm

Blended Yoga

Fridays 8am-9am

Yoga

Thursdays 6pm-7:15pm

Ballroom Dancing

Mondays 2:00pm $3

Walking Club

Mondays 9am - 10am

Aerobics

1:00pm - 2:30pm

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Instructor Karen Boyd gives members a great cardiovascular workout. Hand and ankle weights are used to tone and build your muscles.

Caregiver’s Support

Card Games

Tuesdays 11:00am $3

Diabetes Support

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

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.

Bridge Thursday 12:30pm Cribbage Tuesday 1:00pm Hi Lo Jack League Friday 1:20pm

Adult Coloring Club

Wednesdays 10-11:30am

Wii Bowling

Tuesday 10:15 - 11:45

12:45pm - 3:00pm

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.

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In-Sight Support

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

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.

Classes

Tuesday 9:30am & 12:30pm $5

Come learn a form of watercolor for all levels of talent. Some of the fantastic artwork is displayed throughout the center.

Crafts

Thursday 1:00pm

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

Exercise Programs Intermediate Yoga $3

Mon & Wed 9am - Wed 7am

Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am $2

Tai Chi

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,

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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

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Lunch Library Coffee Hour Fitness Center

Noon 8am—4pm 2:15pm 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.

TOWNIE Road Runners

Sept. 24th Scallop Festival- $71.00pp to include: Scallop or Chicken Dinner, Cruise in Hyannis Harbor, Entertainment and Motor coach Transportation. Festival is now in Falmouth, MA and mostly indoors. Nov. 28-30th Indian Head- $305.00pp Dbl. Occ. To include: 2 Nights Accommodation, 1 Luncheon, 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, Welcome Reception, Christmas Party w/Santa, Entertainment/Dancing and Motor coach Transportation.$300.00 Triple $354.00 Single April 23-30, 2017 Heart of the South - A Journey through New Orleans, Natchez and Lafayette 8 Days. Brochures with full details and prices available at the East Providence Senior Center. Trip will be leaving from T F Green Airport. Presentation of the Heart of the South - A Journey through New Orleans, Natchez and Lafayette trip will be shown on September 7th at 1:30pm at the Senior Center. Sign up at the East Providence Senior Center in the office or call (401) 435-7800 Or call Eleanor Monteiro (401) 434-8194.

Staying in Balance

You have a life and you also may have diabetes. Finding the right balance of healthy food, exercise and possibly medication can often feel overwhelming. How is it possible to do things in a smart way to keep yourself feeling good and maintain or regain a healthy lifestyle? Studies have shown to reduce the risk of serious health complications, the goal of your diabetes treatment is to keep your blood sugar in a healthy ranger. Not too high and not too low. Planning the right types of meals and snacks will also be a help as well. With a few basic skills, you will soon discover the freedom to create menus that include the foods that you love and still keep your blood sugar in range! You may be wondering, what is the link between diabetes and the food I eat. Of all the things that make blood sugar rise, food has the biggest effect. Some foods can raise your blood sugar more than others, and portion size plays a big part too. What’s more, diabetes is different for everyone, including the way various foods affect your blood sugar. Possibly the biggest reason for understanding the effect of different food types is because it’s one thing you have control over. How does blood sugar testing fit into this whole picture and what do those numbers even mean? Testing blood sugar with a meter shows you the immediate effect of factors like your food choices on your blood sugar. You knowing what your blood sugar value allows you to take action to bring a high or low blood sugar value back into range. It gives you power to influence your

health. To keep your blood sugar from going too high it is important to find the right portion of certain nutrients. The nutrients we are most concerned with are proteins, fats and carbohydrates (carbs, for short). Carbs have the greatest impact on blood sugar and they are found in foods such as grains, fruits, milk products and sweets. Your body uses carbs for energy, but they do raise the blood sugar faster and higher than any other kind of food. So if you have diabetes it’s important to avoid meals that have too many carbs. To keep your blood sugar from going too high, it is important that you understand the right amounts or portions of foods you eat containing carbs. Selecting healthy carbs and counting the amount of them per meal or snack is one way for you to achieve a blood sugar in a healthy range. Food labels list the amount of carbs in grams. Generally, people need 45 to 60 grams of carbs in each meal for energy, but this depends on how your body handles carbs. The only way for you to know how your body is handling the food that you eat is to test your blood sugar yourself. Consult with a licensed Certified Diabetes Educator to help you with your own personalized meal plan that fits your needs, test your own blood sugar, and interpret the results so you do understand those numbers. Stop by the East Providence Senior Center’s Health, Nutrition and Diabetes Education Office if you have any questions about balancing your blood sugar or the benefits of testing your blood sugar. We can help you understand what you need to do to keep your blood sugar in a healthy range.

Authorities Warn RI of ATM 'skimmers'

Authorities are reminding the public to be vigilant when using ATMs, as a group of thieves has targeted several banks in at least 7 Rhode Island communities. “Anyone using an ATM should always conceal their PIN number when using the keypad and immediately report anything suspicious to police and the bank,” authorities wrote in a post on Rhode Island Most Wanted.org. Police said “an organized group of suspects” has been placing fraudulent skimming devices and cameras on exterior ATM machines since late June. “The suspects then use the illicit skimmer data to complete ATM cash-outs at banks,” police wrote, also noting that thefts were made at banks in Cranston, Cumberland, East Providence, Lincoln, North Kingstown, Providence, Warwick, and possibly other communities. Skimming devices are used to steal and store credit and debit card information from

September 2016 The Reporter the magnetic strip and later used to make fraudulent transactions from unknowing victims, police said. A small hidden camera is used to record the PIN as it is entered by the victim. “The information obtained can then be downloaded to a laptop and then reencoded onto counterfeit credit cards using a magnetic stripe encoder,” police wrote. “Once the information is re-encoded on a counterfeit card, the card can be used at any ATM.” “These suspects are bringing tools, skimmers, and panels with pre-installed micro-cameras, with them and then retrieving the equipment approximately 1 day later,” authorities wrote. “The panels are custom-made to avoid customer detection. Several suspects then travel to several other bank ATMs and make large cash withdrawals using several counterfeit cards. Most times, the suspects are making withdrawals at ATM's when banks are not open for business.” If you have any information about these crimes, contact Rhode Island State Police at 401-444-1372, extension 1327.

Valerie D.Cohen, 105, celebrated her birthday on August 17th at the Waterview Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Pictured are five generations of family members including her daughter Patricia Belanger age 85 who resides at the Villa; granddaughters Paula and Sandra Belanger, great and great great grand-children of the Burke, Chace, and Sullivan family. Mrs. Cohen is the oldest living woman in East Providence.

Vacation Scam

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — When it comes to vacation deals, many are finding out the hard way that if it looks to good to be true, it probably is. According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), hundreds of people have fallen victim to vacation scams. “If you’re getting a call stating you’ve won a trip and you have to give a credit card to secure this, it’s a red flag,” said Paula Fleming of the Better Business Bureau. Last year, consumers reported 255 cases of travel and vacation scams through the BBB’s scam tracker. These scams reportedly cost people more than $300,000. “Yes, there’s great deals out there, but making sure you’re clear on what the hidden costs, fees, rules, and stipulations are is extremely important,” warned Fleming. Due diligence and conducting your own research is important. Fleming also advised to verify that the property address exists and call to verify the deal. Getting a copy of the rental contract in writing and reading it completely before you put down a deposit will help you catch scams as well. Lastly, paying with a credit card will give you the ability to challenge the charge later.

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AARP Local Chapter #1302

AARP Local Chapter #1302 is looking for new members. Our Chapter is one of the most active in Rhode Island and local Massachusetts. If you are 50+ and would like to meet new people, support local charities such as Boys & Girls Clubs, Community Food Banks, our Troops overseas and have fun besides, please call Ken Gagner at 401-437-2289 or email kagagner@yahoo.com for more information. Make AARP the next chapter in your life!

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Club & Museum News East Providence Elks Host Wii Bowling

East Providence Elks with residents of the Brookdale Cumberland Continuing Care Retirement Community.

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On Wednesday, August 4, 2016, the East Providence Elks held a Wii Bowling Tournament, playing host to residents of the Brookdale Cumberland Continuing Care Retirement Community. Brookdale Cumberland Senior Living Solution residents played against the East Providence Elks Lodge members. What a wonderful day had by all playing Wii Bowling and building new friendships. Thanks to the East Providence Elks for hosting this event.

East Providence Elks Hall Rentals

Marcie Mello is handling hall rentals at the East Providence Elks Lodge (60 Berkeley Street). Please leave a message for her at 401-434-8565. Prices are $65 for members, $125 for non-members. Use of the kitchen is an additional $25 and an extra bartender is also $25. The Renting Member Is Required To Be At The Lodge For The Duration Of The Rental. An up-front, refundÂ able damage deÂposit in the amount of $50 is also required.

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The East Bay Retired Teachers Association Meeting

The East Bay Retired Teachers Assn. will be holding their fall luncheon on Sept. 15, 2016 at the Wharf Tavern, Warren. The meeting will convene at 11:00 with the scholarship raffle to follow. After the luncheon there will be a speaker, Maura Rooney Hitzenbuhler, author of The Lane and The Ring with the Emerald Stone. Both books will be available for purchase following the meeting. The meal selections are baked scrod, prime rib or chicken Masala and the cost is $20. Send your check written out to EBRTA and your selection to Cheryl Camara 144 Dean St. Seekonk, Ma. 02771. Our fall project is providing items to the Good Neighbors(at St Brendan’s Church). They have requested tuna, peanut butter, cereal, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner. Please remember to bring in your raffle items which are used to provide two $1000 scholarships to deserving East Providence and Warren/Bristol students.

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East Providence Historical Society 50th Anniversary Year “2nd Sunday” Fall Open Houses

Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11 1:00 - 3:30pm

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Antique Quilt Exhibit/ Original Somerset pottery used in the 1850 Rumford Baking Powder Factory

September is the last month to visit this stunning exhibit of antique and new quilts at Hunt House but the public gets three opportunities this month (see below). If you have been meaning to find out more about quilting, the Piecemaker group will be on hand to answer your quilting questions.The Somerset pottery pieces represent the first load of artifacts to return home to RI from Terre Haute, Indiana where Rumford Baking powder is now manufactured. The “Hiking at Hunt’s” program will be open with guided walks by the EP Conservation Commission/ 10 Mile River Group beginning at 2pm. Please join us in Oct- Dec for a collaborative exhibit with the EP Fire Dept. of the early days of the department in Watchemoket, Riverside and Rumford.

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Program at 7pm. Public Welcomed Weaver Library - Grove Avenue A most serrendipitous occasion for the EPHS: a chance to showcase our fine quilt collection in the large space of the Champlin Room and to publicly thank the Piecemaker Quilt Group for their help in making this year’s main exhibit an outstanding success. In July, we learned about an important 1995 book (“ Down By the Old Mill Stream”) which details the history of the textile industry in RI and is the culmination of the URI inventory project of local antique quilts The editors of that book, Linda Welkers and Margaret Ordonez, will be with us to talk about their work and to help us make make comparisons with our own collection. Our great thanks to Kathleen McAreavey for bringing this book to our attention. Please arrive early to see the quilts and for refreshments. Do you have family quilts which you would like to share with us? Please bring them along! Please Note The Tuesday - 27th Date.

6th Watchemoket Square Day Saturday- October 1ST - 11-4

This popular event is back under the direction of the EP Chamber of Commerce and the WSD steering committee. The EPHS will feature a collaborative exhibit in the Tockwotton Cafe with the EP Fire Dept about its early days in the Square. In the theater room, 20 minute mini-presentations will feature the interior restoration of Pomham Light and the progress of the Kettle Pt. and Village on the Waterfront projects with Bill Fazioli of the Waterfront Commission. Our very popular speaker of last October, Dave Robinson (“The Ship Graveyard at Green Jacket Shoals”) will be out at Bold Point to bring you up to date on his Sea Grant project wrap up and boat tours led by Planning Director Jeanne Boyle are in the works for trips south to Kettle Point - things look so different from the water! Look for the WSD brochures and details listed in this Reporter and at our WSD and EPHS sites. Visit the new EPHS web site at www.ephist.org

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From the State House Governor Signs Legislation That Allows And Regulates Pharmacies To Dispense Biological Products

State House — Gov. Gina Raimondo has signed legislation introduced by Rep. Patricia Serpa (D-Dist. 27, West Warwick, Coventry, Warwick) and Sen. Cynthia A. Coyne (D-Dist. 32, Barrington, Bristol, East Providence) that allows pharmacies to dispense biological products and interchangeable biological products, which are used to treat high-risk patients who don’t respond to traditional medication. The law (2016-H 7816Aaa, 2016-S 2755Baa) also regulates the procedures pharmacies use for dispensing and substitution. “This is legislation that will create savings for patients, particularly those who are suffering from a serious illness by giving them low-cost options,” said Representative Serpa. “And the entry of these products into the marketplace will encourage the presence of the biotechnology industry, which already has a foothold in Rhode Island. That means more jobs in an industry known for its high-paying positions.” Biologic medicines are much more complex than traditional chemically synthesized drugs. Biologics are manufactured from living organisms by programming cell lines to produce the desired therapeutic substances and consist of large molecules. Common biologics in use today include injectable treatments for arthritis, medicines for cancer, diabetes, psoriasis, Crohn’s disease, psoriasis, the Hepatitis B vaccine and future stem cell therapy. “In April, the FDA approved a cheaper version of the drug Remicade, a high-priced biotech medicine that used to treat inflammatory diseases,” said Senator Coyne. “That’s the second time a generic biotech drug has been approved in the U.S. These drugs have the potential to generate a lot in savings for patients, and it’s imperative that state law stays up-to-date with this biotechnology.” The procedure outlined in the legislation will work similarly to the way pharmacies currently allow generic substitutions on medication. The language in the bill is the culmination of industrywide discussion that included medical, pharmacy and biotechnology professionals. Rhode Island joins 22 other states that have passed similar legislation.

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WANTED: Civil War, WW1, WW2, Anything to do with military; helmets, knives, uniforms, guns, HAVE (license), anything related to wartime, will pay cash for items, ask for Charles, 508-230-6444; call anytime thanks. WANTED: Christmas tree and decorations. Yankee candles. Please donate. Call Debbie at 401-632-3602. WANTED: Mens clothing size Med & Lg, please donate to a family that lost everything in a fire. Blankets, towels, housewares etc. Call Debbie at 401-632-3602.

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IN MEMORIAM Howard, J. Reynolds, 59, of Hoppin Avenue, Riverside, died unexpectedly on July 28, 2016.

Robert T. Coppola, 88, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on August 16, 2016.

J. James Watson, 85, formerly of Yale Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on August 24, 2016.

Jose “Grota” De Medeiros, age 89, of N. Hull St., died July 29, 2016 at Evergreen Nursing Home.

Helen (Andrews) Magner, 84, of Bullocks Pt. Ave., Riverside, passed away peacefully Aug. 16, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.

Robert J. Stevens, 49, of Pawtucket Avenue, died unexpectedly Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at home.

William, F. Donnelly, 86, formerly of Arrowhead Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on August 1, 2016 at the Day Kimball Hospital, Putnam, CT. Gloria, D. (Sylvia) Mowry, 86, formerly of Riverside House, Willett Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on August 3, 2016. Maria Alice Medeiros, of Leonard Ave., mother of Maria, Thomas and George Medeiros, died peacefully Aug. 6, 2016 at the RI Hospital. Lillian (Damiani) Estrella, 79, of Riverside, passed peacefully on August 7, 2016 in the company of her loving family. Albert H. Wiegand, 93, passed away at Linn Health Care Center on Tuesday, August 9, 2016. Leslie Jean Allen, 55, of East Providence, formerly of Warwick, passed away on August 13, 2016 at Evergreen House in East Providence. Maria L. (Medeiros) Amaral, 78 of Lawrence Dr. passed away Saturday August 13, 2016 at home surrounded by her loving family. Ernestine “Tina” (Silva) Souza, 85, formerly of Rumford Towers, passed away peacefully Monday morning, Aug. 15, 2016 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. Olive F. Belasky, 92, of East Providence, passed away August 15, 2016. Stanley P. DeAngelis, 69, passed away Monday August 15, 2016. Elizabeth A. “Betty” (Welshman) Kenahan, 86, of East Providence, passed away at home Tuesday morning, Aug. 16, 2016. Michael A D’Ippolito Sr., of Wheldon Ave., East Providence, passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, Aug. 16, 2016 at the Orchard View Manor.

Thomas J. Pare, 90, of Rosemere Drive, who worked for the Rhode Island Department of Health for 30 years before retiring in 1988, died Thursday, August 18, at home surrounded by his family. David Allen Tetreault, 55, of Evergreen Dr., East Providence, died at home Aug. 20, 2016. Earl E. Angell, 89, 0f Rumford died on Sunday, August 21, 2016. Carl Alfred Pearson, 102, of Orleans, MA, passed away at The Terraces Orleans on Sunday, August 21, 2016 at the age of 102. Doris C., (Audette) Bodell, 90, of Terrace Avenue, Riverside Terrace, died peacefully on August 22, 2016. Dorothy E. (Simons) Tibbetts, 95, died peacefully on August 22, 2016 at West View RNC surrounded by her loving children. Madelyn M. (McOsker) O’Connor formerly of Rumford, died on August 23 at Saint Elizabeth Home in East Greenwich.

Paulo M. “Paul” Oliveira, age 46, of Orchard St., died August 26, 2016 at RI Hospital with his family at his side.

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