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East Providence News Briefs

By Bob Rodericks

“Confusing” 2018-19 EP Operating Budget Approved with School Cuts Impassioned Pleas by Beauchaine, Monteiro to No Avail

Citing “confusion” and “misunderstandings,” the East Providence City Council held a public budget hearing Thursday, October 25,2018 and eventually adopted a budget with a $200,000 cut to the school department. Council members Robert Britto, Anna Sousa and Brian Faria voted for the budget with the school cuts. Members James Briden and Joe Botelho voted against this measure.

The City Council initially discussed budget passage on October 16th. An action to cut the school department budget by some $250,000 had not been well received by school officials. The council also balked at acting manager Parella’s allocation of $20,000 for department head salary increases. Parella’s initial budget called for a tax increase of 2.9% with a $100,000 school cut and a $343,000 city side cut but was adjusted down to 1.6% increase. “I look at the last six years and I think the city has done a very good job and as a council we’ve done very well when it comes to budgets. We started with a 2.9% and after significant cuts we have set a rate of 1.59%,” said Councilman-at-Large and Mayor James Briden.

“I don’t think that the cuts we’ve made have contributed to the same things that caused the state budget commission to come here in the past. They are responsible cuts, not increasing the size of government.

It’s how we follow the Budget Commission.

Our audit reports are very positive,” said Briden during an October budget hearing.

During the October 25th hearing, Ward One councilman Robert Britto said that the lower tax rate was acceptable. “We have continuously increased our taxes over the years at a burden to our taxpayers. 2.9% to 2.1% to 1.59% is fairly good,” said Britto.

“Let’s keep our eye on target here and continue to go down the path that the Budget Commission set for us years ago. We’re starting to see infrastructure improvements, sidewalks, roads, water tower, etc.,” added Britto. Britto also suggested that monies earmarked for parks and recreation from Bold Point be re-assigned to parks and recreation. “It shouldn’t be in the general fund.”

“Here is what I don’t understand,” retorted Ward Three councilman Joseph Botelho. “Several comments tonight reference the budget commission actions. Yet we have a representative of the budget commission sitting here tonight (Paul Luba) who has put his stamp of approval on the City

Manager’s budget. How can we say that the commission did a good job and agree but also disagree with their representative, Paul Luba,” asked Botelho. Botelho chided his colleagues, “Just make an argument that is consistent and make sense.”

However council members admitted to confusion and lack of communication as a reason for the school department being cut beyond what school officials feel is workable. Craig Enos, school department finance manager told the council that critical areas such as transportation and special services will suffer with the proposed cuts.

“The DCYF has made us a district of origin for 15 new students and we transport 85 homeless students. Our numbers in these areas can increase at any time,” he said.

Enos also said that district software and hardware needs would be impacted by the cuts.

Ward Four school committee member Jessica Beauchaine told the council that “we didn’t pass the budget numbers because we don’t feel it is right to take the funding from children. This all started when our schools were underfunded years ago.

Blame who you want but our community rallies together when needed. I don’t want to go back to those days,” Beauchaine said. “We can’t find any more areas to cut.

Eighty-five homeless children go to school here. Things change every day. Hundreds of people have rallied to support things like Middle School sports and the arts. Our community supports education,” she said.

Joining Beauchaine at the podium was School Committee member Joel Monteiro.

Answering a council question about who made the specific cuts, Monteiro said that “you (council) forced our hands to roll the dice. We can’t run a school system with a deficit by state law. Some items are over budgeted for protection. Special education and transportation are padded to cover surprises,” Monteiro said. “Areas not fixed have a little flexibility. We’ll remove that padding now and keep our fingers crossed.” History shows that even one student with special needs moving into the district can cost thousands of un-budgeted dollars. “Our request to the council is for the City Manager’s original budget with the $100,000 cut. Less than 40% (city appropriation) going to the schools is embarrassing,” said Monteiro.

“I agree,” Britto told Monteiro, “but this is what was submitted to us. “After these cuts were made, I never heard from any-

one. The cut to schools is really $200,000 not $250,000 because $50,000 is being absorbed by the police department for a school resource officer. We wanted to reduce the tax increase to 1.59% from over 2%. We didn’t say where to cut from, that was up to the city manager and department heads. They work that out,” said Britto.

In the end, the council approved a motion by Councilman Brian Faria and seconded by Councilman Britto to pass a budget with a 1.59% tax increase. A motion

by Botelho and seconded by Mayor Briden to accept the city manager’s original budget with a 2.9% increase was defeated. Faria, Britto and Sousa voted to approve the 1.59% increase. Botelho and Briden voted to support the 2.9% budget. continued on next page...

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“We received the budget from the school department in July. I thought it was a good budget then and the school officials got it to us in plenty of time. I don’t understand the confusion here,” said Botelho.

“There was no question about the budget from schools. The city manager was to make cuts with department heads. There was no concern in July, August or September when it was reduced. I didn’t hear from anyone until recently,” said Britto.

Rumford resident and parent of two students, Samantha Burnett told the council that “the city needs to see more communication between the council and school committee. This could have been avoided,” Burnett said. When told that there had been sufficient communication by both the council and school committee, Burnett responded, “then why are we here? Why are we having this discussion about miscommunication?”

“There is only so much money,” said Manager Parella. “You can have all the communication you want but it comes down to what you want the tax rate to be,” he added.

School committee member Tony Ferreira said that he wasn’t happy with when he received the cuts. “We weren’t informed that the Superintendent of schools had agreed to any cuts. We didn’t get these cuts in a timely manner,” said an annoyed Ferreira.

“We only got this last week,” he said.

“Because the Council waited until last minute to approve their budget, the schools received a $250K decrease to our budget request. I’m disappointed with the lack of knowledge of their own budget, that they couldn’t do better for our children. We are one of the lowest funded districts in the state as a percentage of local tax dollar allocation,” said school committee member Joel Monteiro after the council meeting.

“The reduction will take away from technology, instructional software for students and staff, and reduce our special education budget. We must truly begin to value our schools more. They determine the health of any community and local economy. We are getting no greater return on our dollar anywhere than we are in the school department,” said an earlier Monteiro blog.

Also commenting was Ward Three school committee member Nathan Cahoon.

Cahoon is moving from the school board to the Ward Three city council seat after the November 6th election. Cahoon (unopposed in November) will take over for Joe Botelho who is not seeking re-election. “For 4 years, I’ve served on the School Committee. For 4 years, I’ve worked with a great team to submit responsible budgets to the City Council, well in advance of the need date. For four years, I’ve hoped for meaningful discourse between the City Council and the SC to smooth out the edges of the budget. And in that four years, it’s never

happened. We always get stuck with a last second adjustment, after the city finally gets around to finalizing their side of the budget,” wrote Cahoon. Cahoon went on to praise Botelho for his responsiveness to his queries and support of education funding.

(Disclosure: The writer, Bob Rodericks, is a candidate for the city council-at-large seat in November)

Chevron Parkway Project Seeks Changes

The Chevron Land development corporation has asked the city council to consider a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) modification for its proposed Veteran’s Memorial Parkway project. The 26-acre site was previously permitted for residential units, commercial uses, and public waterfront access as “Village on the Waterfront.” The City offers TIFs as an option for developers in the Waterfront District and a SBA Green Loan Program for businesses located in the District or whom are thinking of relocation to the Waterfront District.

City Waterfront Commission chairman William Fazioli gave an information update to the council last month. “This is step one in a multi-stage project. The good news is that business development in the city is high. Kettle Point with a mixed-use development is now 75% complete. We have also concluded a very successful concert series at Bold Point this summer. There was an attendance increase,” said Fazioli.

Fazioli told the council that the Chevron project modification will be more beneficial to the city and to the developer. “A shift from mostly residential to include more commercial will have less demands on city services and produce a better tax revenue,” said Fazioli. “Our commission voted unanimously that this change will meet our needs and goals for city waterfront development,” he added.

Representatives of the Chevron company said the the TIF modifications will pose no risk to the city. “Development of the site has proved to be problematic. There are no major utilities present and this presents a major challenge to any developer,” the company representative said.

Chevron wants a TIF change which had been approved in 2010. Bonds were issued but are being held by a trustee for future release. The company said that there is a significant increase in the project cost.

“Public infrastructure will actually cost $13 million more than projected. Construction of a new sewer and the raising of Waterfront Drive along with bioretention and a treelined road for stormwater control are costly.

Construction of Waterfront Park and demolition of an old wharf will take place. There will be expansive views of the water and it will alleviate traffic on Veterans parkway.”

November 2018 The Reporter The project plans to build public parklands on the water and a pier will be built for public use including kayaking, fishing and boat launch use, etc. “The deterrent to a developer is that all improvements have to be made and bond reimbursement won’t happen until after 50% completion. Bank financing is difficult without a shorter term loan. This limits potential developers to just very large companies,” said Chevron.

Chevron said that TIF modification will open development to local and regional developers who “know the market well.” “These are some of the same changes that helped to make the Kettle Point development so successful. More property will be placed on the tax rolls and more waterfront will be developed for public use.”

“This is just a conceptual approval that allows a developer to come before the council with formal requests for modifications,” said Chevron officials. An ordinance speaking to this change may be before the next city council meeting.

Vision Government Evaluation Services Re-Hired

In a city tax assessment division press release, it was announced that “the City of East Providence has hired Vision Government Services Inc. to complete its state-mandated statistical revaluation program. The reassessment project will establish market value as of December 31st, 2018 and will be reflected in the tax bills issued in May of 2019. The project will commence this month with data collectors visiting all recent sale properties to record exterior measurements and conduct interior inspections. Data collectors will carry a letter of identification from the Assessor’s Office, a photo ID badge and have their cars registered with the Police Department and Assessor’s Office. All property owners and tenants are respectfully requested to cooperate with data collectors to insure that accurate information is used in the revaluation process.

Any property owners who have questions concerning the revaluation process can contact the Assessor’s Office during working hours at 435-7574.”

The City has a pending lawsuit against it by residents of the Terrace section of Riverside. A group of Barrington residents also sued their town for issues relating to assessments made by Vision Government Services. A settlement to re-assess was reached in that case.

East Providence Tax Assessor Steve Hazzard said that the Terrace lawsuit is pending and hasn’t gone to court yet.

“It’s not totally uncommon with waterfront homes in many communities. The value of

a waterfront home can create discomfort when it comes to valuations,” he said.

Hazzard confirmed that Vision Government Services was hired after a competitive bidding process. “There were two companies responding to an advertised bid.

Vision and Northeast Revaluation Group both submitted bids. Vision was the lower of the two bids at $182,700.”

The current revaluation is classified as a statistical reval, which means assessors will only enter homes of recent sales. Others will just be assessed by an external observation. Full evaluations are only done every ten years.

Financial Officer Luba Retained

State appointed fiscal advisor Paul Luba, will be retained by the city beyond his mandated expiration time. Interim City Manager Christopher Parella informed the city council in October that he had asked Luba to remain on hand and work with city finance director Malcolm Moore. The five-year contract with Luba which was instituted by the state budget commission has ended. Parella said that he had to arrange a schedule after conferring with the State and the city of Woonsocket where Luba is still officially involved.

Luba will remain in East Providence until at least January of 2019 when a first-ever Mayor will be sworn in for East Providence.

“At that point it will be up to the new Mayor if Paul Luba will remain on hand to advise,” said Parella.

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City Council-at-Large candidate, Robert Rodericks weighed in on the topic in a recent press release urging the city council and acting manager to keep Luba on during a transition period in government. “Paul Luba has quietly and efficiently helped East Providence and other communities get back to strong fiscal responsibility. This would be a big help to East Providence as we transition to a full time elected Mayor form of government. Mr. Luba would be a very important resource to our budget process in an historic period of our government,” Rodericks wrote in late September.

City Streets Remain Gridlocked At Times

Traffic Advisory: Lane Closures for I-195 in East Providence continue and are needed for lane shifts and lane reductions for bridge construction.

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) announced lane shifts and traffic pattern changes at the Horton Farm Bridge on I-195 in East Providence.

RIDOT will implement a temporary traffic pattern using crossover lanes from Exit 6 (Broadway) to the Massachusetts state line.

These changes are needed so RIDOT can continue demolishing portions of the structurally deficient Horton Farm Bridge, and to address an urgent structural issue on one of the bridge abutments.

The bridge carries traffic from the East Shore Expressway to I-195 West. RIDOT recently opened a newly constructed portion of this bridge, and is now moving into a Continued on next page...

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RIDOT’s phased approach to the Horton Farm Bridge demolition and replacement keeps this vital link to I-195 open for East Bay residents and businesses.

These same traffic patterns were successfully implemented in June for the initial demolition operations, with minor travel delays.

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Sabin Point Reflection Park a Reality

By Bob Rodericks As the sun broke out over Riverside’s Narragansett Bay on Sunday morning October 28th, The long awaited ribbon cutting took place for the just completed Sabin Point Reflection Garden onthe shores of East Providence’s southern waterfront.

East Providence High School student and Eagle Boy Scout Liam Wojas, teamed up with Riverside resident and active community volunteer, Julie Grant to conceive and construct the Sabin Point Reflection Garden located at Sabin Point Park. The Riverside Sisters non-profit group offered scout Wojas this as a project and he loved the idea. Wojas brought his proposal to the City Council which endorsed his effort and he and Grant began the project. “The dream I had three years ago was to have a garden behind my brothers Steven and Christopher’s memorial bench which come true.

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Mourato took a major role in the project by donating supplies and labor. “Mr. Mouurato donated gravel and his cousin, Larry Mourato who owns a construction company offered assistance in bricklaying and other aspects of our project,” said Grant. “This is the type of community volunteerism that can bring residents together for a worthy cause. The efforts of Liam, Julie and everyone was very heartwarming to watch,” said Mourato.

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November 2018 The Reporter

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Letters to the Editor...

Bikers Against Child Abuse

Hello my name is Hamster and I am a member of Bikers Against Child Abuse Rhode Island Chapter. I want to take this opportunity to introduce our chapter to the community. We have been a full chapter since 2016 although the process started long before that.

We are a 501c3 non profit organization of 100% volunteers. We exist for the sole purpose of helping abused children. We do this by empowering them so they won’t feel afraid, so they won’t feel alone, to know someone cares and has their back. We work in conjunction with state and local agencies and police but we can’t help if people don’t know about us so please if you know someone whose child has been abused please share our hotline number 401-487-1760. If you are a biker and wish to get involved you can call that same number or call our President Sandman at 401-6921438 or our Vice President Cookie at 401-258-5982. If you wish any information about us or about our fund raisers you again can call any of those numbers and we will gladly answer any questions you have. As our mission statement reads B.A.C.A. exists with the intent to create a safer environment for abused children. We exist as a body of bikers to empower children to not feel afraid of the world in which they live. We stand ready to lend support to our wounded friends by involving them with an established, united organization.

We work in conjunction with local and state officials who are already in place to protect children. We desire to send a clear message to all involved with the abused child that this child is part of our organization, and that we are prepared to lend our physical and emotional support to them by affiliation, and our physical presence.

We stand at the ready to shield these children from further abuse.

We do not condone the use of violence or physical force in any manner, however, if circumstances arise such that we are the only obstacle preventing a child from further abuse, we stand ready to be that obstacle. Thank you all for your time.

Paul Maynard A.K.A Hamster Bikers Against Child Abuse, Rhode Island Chapter

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• We will withhold any letters of an accusatory Nature until the accused person has a chance to respond in the same issue!

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It is not our intent to take sides on any issues, but to present all arguments from all points of view. If your point of view is not represented in an issue, it is only because you have not voiced your opinion.

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Jim Russo for Mayor

This November we Townies will be selecting a Mayor for the first time. This is a completely new form of government and it is imperative we get it right the first time. That is why I wholeheartedly support Jim Russo. Jim has the experience needed to usher in this change. As the Chief of Staff for Congressman and Lt Governor Bob Weygand, Jim has put together staffs that were able to perform at a high level and manage budgets. He is a lawyer by trade and has served in various capacities in government on the local, state, and federal level. His 25 years of coaching youth sports in East Providence shows his commitment to the community he was raised in. I have witnessed Jim’s leadership ability as a member of the Charter Review Commission. He was able to guide a group of diverse individuals through the task of getting our city ready for the new form of government in an effective and intelligent manner. As a member of his campaign team, I witness firsthand the integrity and intelligence he will bring to the office of Mayor. I ask my fellow Townies to join me on Nov 6th in making Jim Russo our Mayor.

Rick Lawson Riverside RI

Rhonda Holmes

Candidate for State Representative District 66 *Supports increase in state aid to schools and long term plan to improve school buildings *Lifelong Barrington resident *Supports plan to improve business climate in RI *Supports retirees

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East Providence Taxes Are High Enough Already

As an East Providence resident who feels our taxes are high enough already I am wondering why we will continue to need the Pierce Field Stadium if there will be a football stadium as part of the proposed 189.5 million dollar new high school complex. As it is our current taxes cannot seem to maintain our roads. My street is like something from a war zone! This road problem is a disgrace and an embarrassment to our city.

The $200 per household per year tax increase that this proposed high school complex will impose is too much; especially for those with no school age children many of whom are just getting by on social security and don’t need an additional tax burden. The state

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I think we better take a hard look at the needs in East Providence regarding athletic and entertainment venues. Is it possible to roll it all into one location? I invite other hard working tax payers, not politicians or anyone who will profit from this high school project, to write letters in this publication and let your voice be heard on this subject.

Margaret Ferri

Two Issues Our City Faces

There are two important issues facing the City of East Providence, which require the attention of all residents and taxpayers in our city. We have contacted all of our current City Council members regarding these matters, but feel the need to make our feelings known publicly.

First and foremost is the issue of the school bond referendum, which will face City voters this Fall. There is little or no question that this is probably the most important issue this City will, or has ever, faced. We urge everyone to vote “YES” on referendum questions #1 and #4 in the November 6th election, to ensure that our kids have the kind of educational facility they need and deserve as they prepare for their future. This will obviously require some form of tax revenue increase to all property owners in the City. We have urged the current city council to consider the route that the Town of Barrington took in order to gain tax payer confidence and support for the added tax burden needed to build their new middle school. That is, they adopted a “special tax assessment” that goes only to the repayment of the bonds required to build that school.

This approach gave taxpayers the assurance that those revenues would go entirely to repayment of those construction binds and not into the town’s general fund. Further it gives taxpayers the exact amount they are paying for the new facility and the assurance that it will not be compounded with regular tax increases that are sure to follow. It also means that when those bonds are paid off, the assessment would cease to exist and that tax revenue stream would end. Such an approach would go a long way to gaining taxpayer support, which will be needed in this instance.

The second matter, is the issue of Summer time sewer rates.

After the public outcry from the last water/sewer rate increases, there was some discussion by the council and water department about basing the year round monthly sewer rate on the homeowner’s Winter usage, as opposed to using the actual monthly Summer usage. The present system results in sewer charges for water usage that never gets into the sewer system through lawn and garden watering, and car washing. This in turn results in windfall for the City as charges do not in any way relate to actual sewage processing costs. Many home owners forego lawn watering in the Summer to avoid that excessive charge. This results in unsightly burnt out lawns as well as dead flower and vegetable gardens. If you don’t believe this, just drive around town and you can see the burnt out lawns. My neighbor actually catches rainwater from his downspouts to water his garden to reduce his Summer water usage.. We personally have cut back on lawn watering for that reason.

Last year we stopped watering completely and lost large sections of lawn, which we have worked hard to restore. While there has been some discussion on this by the current council, there seems to be little action taking place. This issue should not be out on the “back burner” and needs to be addressed before another watering season is upon us.

It is important to everyone that the current or future City Council make these matters a priority as they move forward. To do otherwise would do a great disservice to city residents and taxpayers.

Robert and Gail Amman

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Townie Pride Café Open to the Public!

By Michaela Oerman The Culinary Arts Program at the East Providence High School is an excellent opportunity for students in grades 9 – 12 to learn the fundamentals and art of cooking. With this hands on program, students learn about the importance of hygiene, designing a seasonal food menu, preparing and cooking the food items, proper table and place settings, and maintaining a clean cooking environment. Furthermore, this program inspires a passion for cooking, offers a future potential career in Culinary Arts, and provides an important tool toward independent living. Now, under the guidance and supervision of Chef Bill Walker, Chef Marie-Claire McKillip with Chef Kelsey Sanders (technical assistant), these students are cooking up delicious dishes and serving them to patrons in their Townie Pride Café. continued on next page...

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The CafĂŠ is located in the Career and Technical Center building of the East Providence High School. Their seasonal menus will be posted on their website along with the order form and calendar of the days that they are open. Fridays are clam chowder and clam cake day when they are open.

The teachers and students were kind enough to allow us to come try several items off their Fall menu and it was delicious!

Upon sitting down we were served chilled lemon water and warm, fresh baked bread with butter. To start, we had the Apple Butternut Squash Bisque which was a creamy fall soup with butternut squash & crisp apples in a rich vegetable stock, garnished with cinnamon sour cream and toasted pumpkin seeds. My one year old daughter who dined with us absolutely loved it. For my lunch, I had a buffalo

chicken salad wrap that came with hand cut crispy sweet potato fries. My daughter had the Shephard’s Pie and of course I had to have a bite. It was quite possibly the best I ever had! My friend and coworker had the Fall Harvest Salad with chicken, which was mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, pomegranate, goat cheese with a balsamic vinaigrette. She really enjoyed the salad and said it very fitting for the season. After lunch we were treated to a tasting of the desserts on the menu: Pumpkin Cannoli, Coconut Macaroons, and the Apple crisp. The desserts were rich, delectable and to die for. We were so impressed with the quality of food as well as the presentation and service. The menu offers something for everyone, including you pick two options and having gluten free as well as vegetarian options. All the proceeds go back into the program and any greatly appreciated tips go into a pool to fund field trips.

Kyle Xavier, Sidney Robertson, Chef Bill Walker, Kyle Duggan,Shania Afonso, Nayelle Viera, Katie Heistand, Jada Greene, Isabel Mays, Joel Raphael, Nicole Flor, Chef Kelsey Sanders

Back Row, Left to right: Kyle Xavier, Chef McKillip, Abby Silva, Victoria Oliveira, Hailey Bento, Rocco Wolfe, Alexis Rosa, Elijah Owens, Chef Bill Walker, Aiyonna Enos, Alexandra Carroll, Steve Gallant, CHef Kelsey Sanders, Alexis Maloney, Cameron Sousa; Front Row: Ian Ferreira, Katarina Correia, Sabrina Pereria, Sabrina Rivera, Iriana Tippett, Haley Guertin, Madison Whittaker

November 2018 The Reporter All the students were enthusiastic about learning and displayed energetic and positive attitudes during our visit. I was happy to see such an extensive program available to them and also to know what delicious lunch you can get for a great price! Please refer to our dining guide on page 57 for the fall menu. The winter menu will be available after Thanksgiving break. More information can be found on their website at https://eastprovidencectc.com/programofferings/culinary-arts/townie-pride-cafe/ This is just one of the many programs that The Career & Technical Center offers. They also have Automotive Technology, Computer Science, Construction Technology, Forensic Science, Graphic Communications, Marine Biology, and Health Occupations.

Through these programs, the students really get a jump start on their future in a field they are passionate about.

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Anna Sousa Councilwoman - Ward 2 About me:

• Lifelong Resident and Townie, Class Of 1998.

• Graduate from CCRI and Salve Regina in Nursing.

• Employed at Rl Hospital/Lifespan for 18 Years.

• Healthcare Instructor at CCRI. • Lifelong parishioner of Saint Francis Xavier Church and Holy Rosary Church.

• Member of Holy Ghost Brotherhood Charity and Holy Ghost Beneficial Brothood LEGISLATION & COMMUNITY ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Obtained $550,000 Grant for Culvert Repair Project • Largest Street and Sidewalk Project in East Providence's History Totaling $13 million for years 2018,2019,2020,2021 without tax increases • Townie Pride Memorial Park Project • Implemented 7 Day Grace Period on Local Taxes • Smoke Free Policy on City Property • Eliminate Zoning Permit for Homeowners • Promoting Local Small Businesses • Addressing Safety Concerns throughout the Community • Cutting City Budget for less than 2% tax increase • Participation in local school playground construction & fundraisers • Partnership with Boy Scout Pack 5: Mentoring, Earth Day cleanup & Arbor Day tree planting • Frequent Guest Reader during Reading Week and Hosted end of year Ice Cream Events at local schools

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• Host & Sponsor of East Providence Day of Portugal Celebration & parade, Christmas Tree Lighting Event and Adopt a Family at City Hall, for the past 2 years

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"It has been a great honor to serve my community as your councilwoman. I look forward to continuing my work during this exciting time of economic growth and change in government. I appreciate the opportunity to serve you and ask for your support on Election Day." Thank you, Anna Sousa

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East Providence Town News East Providence Historical Society News “2nd Sunday” Fall Open Houses

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Nov. 11, Dec. 9 (Hayride Day) 1:00 - 3:30pm

John Hunt Museum - 65 Hunts Mills Road - 02916

“Hikes At Hunt’s”- 1:30 at the Gazebo Master Gardener Talks - 2:30 in the Gardens November Events

November 11 : OPEN HOUSE : - Take these last few opportunities to vist the Rumford Company exhibit. Enjoy the 45 acres of Hunt’s: family friendly trails, picnic area, natural falls, fish ladder, wildlife, historic gardens, Rumford tool room, children’s room, Lt. Peter Hunt artifacts, and immersion in one of the largest 17th century Sowams sites. Original Rumford recipes served. A warm welcome to our veterans!

November 26 Public Meeting: Weaver Library, Grove Ave. 02914,Refreshments 6:30 program at 7:00pm November 26: Author Shawn Pease “Shadowboxing the Apocalyse:” the WW1 Correspondence of Dr. Theo Hascall, 103 Field Artillery, 26th Yankee Division.”

Shawn Pease is a Seekonk MA resident who is a computer professional by day and a stamp collector/ WW1 history buff the rest of the time. His Great War interests center around the storied 26th Yankee Division, and he has authored this book in conjunction with the RI Philatelic Society and the WW1 Centennial Commission.

Dr. Theo Hascall was a resident of Riverside and served with the Yankee Division in Europe. The 150 letters which passed between himself and his wife Emma tell a powerful tale of the 19 months they were separated by war. You will recognize local names and places - a wonderful Veteran’s Day Centennial salute.

The EPHS is a volunteer organization dedicated to the preservation of local history. We are located at the 1751 John Hunt House Museum in the Hunts Mills Local Historic District, maintain a URI Master Gardening program, and provide educational programs open to the public. For more information visit info@ephist.org or call 438-1750.

Thank you to East Providence residents for electing me as your next State Senator.

I urge you to support questions 1 & 4 on the ballot to rebuild our schools and construct a new East Providence High School!

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The City of East Providence, RI has hired Vision Government Solutions Inc. to complete its state-mandated statistical revaluation program. The reassessment project will establish market value as of December 31st, 2018 and will be reflected in the tax bills issued in May of 2019. The project will commence this month with data collectors visiting all recent sale properties to record exterior measurements and conduct interior inspections. Data collectors will carry a letter of identification from the Assessor’s Office, a photo ID badge and have their cars registered with the Police Department and Assessor’s Office. All property owners and tenants are respectfully requested to cooperate with data collectors to insure that accurate information is used in the revaluation process.

Any property owners who have questions concerning the revaluation process can contact the Assessor’s Office during working hours at 401-435-7574.

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East Providence Dept of Parks & Recreation EP Parks & Recreation

100 Bullocls Point Ave, East Providence, RI 02915 Rec. Center: (401) 433-6360 Main Office: (401) 435-7511 Fax: (401) 435-1999 www.eastprovidenceri.net

Center Hours

Fall hours effective Sept 17 - Dec. 29, 2018 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.

EP Recreation to Sponsor 2018 Turkey Trot 5K

The East Providence Department of Recreation will sponsor the annual Turkey Trot 5K fun run on Saturday, November 17, 10am at Pierce Stadium, 201 Mercer St. Pre-registration is $20, $25 on race day. Race check in/registration begins at 8:30am and closes at 9:45am.

Free T-Shirt to all pre-registered runners. Trophies to overall 1st & 2nd place male & female runners; awards to top 3 male & female finishers in each division: 19 & under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69 & 70+. Prizes of Samsonite travel bags to male and female division winners – donated by the MacDonald family of East Providence.

Edward Cronan Sr. Memorial Trophy awarded to 1st EP resident finisher. Post-race refreshments provided. Pizza donated

by DeLuise Bakery.

Donations of non-perishable food items for “Hope & Faith” food pantry gratefully accepted.

Register online at www.oceanstatemultisport.com, download race application and map on Recreation’s page at www. eastprovidenceri.net, or call 401-435-7511.

Mail in deadline for race applications is November 15th.

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Reserve your P-Bruin hockey tickets through the East Providence Rec. dept. for November 9th & 11th home games vs. the Scranton Penguins & enjoy great deals!

For only $22 per person, game deal includes 1 admission ticket, 1 fountain drink or beer & a $3 Dunkin’ Donuts gift card!

Friday, November 9th :7pm game & TShirt Giveaway!

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East Providence Recreation Department Offers Vinyasa Yoga classes

Join yoga instructor, Kim Daniels for Vinyasa yoga classes on Thursdays.

Morning Vinyasa Flow Yoga: Wake up your body with postures, breathing and meditation. This yoga class is taught in the vinyasa style (linking breath with aligned movement). You’ll leave feeling stronger, stretched out and ready to head into your day! THURSDAY 8 - 9am Held @ Rec. Center, located @ 100 Bullocks Pt. Evening Vinyasa Flow Yoga: In this yoga class, you’ll build strength, flexibility and balance. Classes are intelligently designed to stretch and strengthen all major muscle groups. You’ll flow through linked series of postures with a focus on alignment and breath.

THURSDAY 6-7PM Held @ EP Senior Center, located @ 610 Waterman Ave. Class fee is $10 per class. Please bring your own mat. To register call the Recreation Center at 433-6360.

East Providence Recreation Department to Hold Teen Pick-Up Basketball

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The East Providence Recreation Department will hold Teen Pick – up Basketball for youth ages 12-17 on Friday, November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7 &14, from 7-9pm at Riverside Middle school, located at 179 Forbes St., Riverside.

Join us at Riverside Middle School for a night of recreational basketball. No referees, no standing, just honor call and good sportsmanship. Different teams are formed each night.

To register or for more information please call the Recreation Center at 401-433-6360.

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East Providence Recreation Department to Offer Youth Martial Arts Classes for Children Age 5-17

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The East Providence Recreation Department will offer youth martial arts classes for youth members ages 5-17 beginning in November.

Kid Kung Fu: ages 5 -13, Kids Kung fu is a fun self-defense and sport program for youth based on Chinese Kickboxing and boxing, Thursday 5:30 – 6:15. $65 per month (first class is free) Students are required to purchase a Gi (uniform).

Teen Martial Arts: ages 14-17 Teens can train in Sanshou, *Wing Chun or Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Classes are held at various times, call the Rec. for schedule. $80 per month (first class is free) *Gi is required to train in Wing Chun.

Classes are held at EP Martial Arts, located at 345 Taunton Ave. To register or for more information please call the Recreation Center at 401-433-6360.

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Thanks to the generosity of local residents and businesses, Scholarship Foundation Nos FALAMOS PORTUGUES (SF) of East Providence awarded scholarships totaling more than $189,000 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 165 recipients at Weaver Library in August.

The event marked the start of the 50th anniversary of the all-volunteer organization.

Scholarship Foundation of East Providence has provided more than $4 million in scholarships to more than 3,000 local students since its founding in 1968.

SF of East Providence is one of the few local organizations that offer scholarships to students from the time they graduate from high school through their senior year in college. This year, 64 graduating high school seniors from 6 public, parochial and private schools, and 101 students enrolled in college, all East Providence residents, received scholarships.

Using a standardized application process, SF of East Providence administers scholarships based on merit and financial Gold, Silver, and Sterling need to students who will be attending college, career or technical school. The group also sponsors events, such as a communityu.s. and Foreign coins wide phone-a-thon in March and a Holiday Breakfast the Saturday old comics and sporting cards after Thanksgiving, to raise additional funds for scholarships and old watches and collectibles to ensure that each recipient is awarded a minimum of $1,100.

Businesses, local organizations, families or individuals who diamonds and jewlery are interested in initiating a scholarship through Scholarship Foundation of East Providence or who would like to learn more phone # 508 336-9103 can contact Joan Kent at 401-431-1675 or at P.O. Box 154438, East 113 taunton avenue Providence, RI 02915. seekonk, mass same location for 40 years

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Events & Activities CHADD- Children and Adults with ADHD November 7, 7pm

Program: The Effect of ADHD on Relationships between spouses, children and families Where: Bradley Hosp. 1011 Veterans Mem Pkwy East Prov- in the Pine Room Free Parking. No charge. Drop-in. Donations accepted.

Speaker: Todd Schmenk a mental health counselor specializing in helping families understand each other and thrive. His practice is AQAL Therapies in Providence Contact: Roberta Schneider; 401-369-0045; rhode-island@ chadd.net; www.chadd.org

Aldersbridge Communities To Hold Annual Harvest Time Fair

Friday, November 9 and Saturday, November 10

All proceeds benefit the nonprofit’s elder care housing and activities programming

Aldersbridge Communities (formerly named United Methodist Elder Care) will hold its annual 2018 Harvest Time Fair on Friday, November 9, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at its Winslow Gardens (40 Irving Avenue) and Linn Health & Rehabilitation (30 Alexander Avenue) locations in East Providence.

The adjoining locations will be transformed into a festive and colorful indoor shopping mecca - perfect for holiday gift-buying needs. Attendees can wind their way through the many rooms filled with items for sale including handmade crafts, jewelry, books, specialty coasters, furniture, search for treasures at the White Elephand tables, holiday shop, and more. A bake shop and ice cream shop will be open for those who have a sweet tooth. “Winslow Wonka’s” candy shop will feature nostalgic treats and freshly made cotton candy, sure to bring back memories of childhood.

New this year are private tarot card readings by Maxine Hutchins, and a flu shot clinic taking place on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Linn Health & Rehabilitation for anyone 18 years of age and older.

The Harvest Time Fair features a silent auction with bidding beginning Friday and concluding on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. To date, auction packages include luggage, theatre tickets, and an autographed Red Sox baseball. There are three major raffles taking place to win a liquor basket ($800 value), shopping cart (175 pounds of food), and money tree to win cash.

In the Winslow Garden Dining Room, a hearty spaghetti dinner will be offered on Friday night from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for $10 per person. Lunch is available for purchase in the Winslow Gardens Dining Room on Saturday from 11:00 am to 2:00 p.m. featuring chowder & Portuguese soup, hot and cold sandwiches, pizza, doughboys and more.

Event sponsors are BayCoast Bank (Joy Sponsor), Coast2Coasters (Table Sponsor), Hope Hospice, Jonathan Almond Artworks, and Tarot Card Readings by Maxine Hutchins.

Raffle and dinner tickets can be purchased ahead of time at the Winslow Gardens front desk or the reception desk at Linn Health & Rehabilitation or onsite. All proceeds from the Harvest Time Fair benefit Aldersbridge Communities’ elder housing and

activities programming for residents of Winslow Gardens assisted and independent living, Linn Health & Rehabilitation and Arbor Hill assisted living.

To donate items to the auction or to sponsor the Aldersbridge Communities’ 2018 Harvest Time Fair, contact Director of Development Elise Strom at (401) 438-4456 ext. 136 or email estrom@ umeldercareri.org.

A member of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Aldersbridge Communities (formerly United Methodist Elder Care) was founded in 1971 to provide communities where older persons over the age of 62 live in comfort, dignity, and with purpose. Winslow Gardens (assisted and independent living), Linn Health & Rehabilitation (skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care), Arbor Hill Assisted Living, and St. Germain Assisted Living provide each resident with the living environment and level of care that best suits their individual needs. Main Office: 40 Irving Ave, East Providence, RI, 02914; 401-438-4456; www.Aldersbridge.org.

Cape Verdean Progressive Center SemiFormal Veterans Day Event Saturday, November 10, 2018 7:30 PM – 12:30 AM

Free Hot Buffet $20 per ticket, $25 at the door Vets half price $$$ prize for “Best Dressed” DJ Brandon Clark with Butch Correi

329 Grovesnor Ave, East Providence, RI All proceeds to benefit The Cape Verdean Progressive Center

The American Band to Commemorate 40th Anniversary of Reorganization with a Concert November 11th

The program will be recreated from the reorganized band’s first concert in January of 1979.

The American Band will present a concert November 11th at 3pm in Sapinsley Hall of Rhode Island College to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of its reorganization. Although founded in 1837, the band went through a series of changes through its tenure, starting as a drum and brass group, to a full band that performed sporadically through the early 20th century. In 1978, Dr. Francis Marciniak of Rhode Island College organized a group of community musicians to form a new version of the band, and was presented with the Band’s original charter at their first concert in January of 1979. That concert will be recreated by the current band members on November 11th, as well as a few added selections. There are six current members of The American Band who were members of the band in 1978, and band alumni from any time are invited to join the current band to play John Philip Sousa’s The Stars and Stripes Forever.

November 2018 The Reporter Funding provided in part by a grant from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts, through an appropriation by the Rhode Island General Assembly, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and private funders.

The American Band, currently led by Dr. Brian Cardany, was founded in 1837 in Providence, RI, and is one of the oldest community bands in the United States. The band was present at the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861, and played tunes on the Crescent Park Pier to welcome guests to the amusement park off the ferry in the 1890s. The band has grown from a brass and drum group into a 60-member wind ensemble. Recent concert venues include the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration, the John Brown House, and the Glen Manor House.

Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 for students and seniors, and are available through the RIC Center Box Office. Visit www.ric. edu/pfa/Pages/orderinfo.aspx or call (401)456-8144 to purchase tickets. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Auction to Support Arts Education at Trinity Rep Tickets Available for November 14 Project Discovery Gala

Providence, RI: Trinity Repertory Company announces its 2018 Project Discovery Gala, which celebrates and supports education programs at Trinity Rep. The event will be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 in the Dowling Theater at the company’s downtown location, and will feature cocktails, light dinner, fun and laughter, plus a live auction and special performances by Trinity Rep resident actors. The event is co-chaired by Rebecca Gibel and Charlie Thurston, Barbara and Larry Schoenfeld, and Ken Sigel and Sarah Kelly.

The celebration will feature one-night-only performances by members of Trinity Rep’s acting company that can’t be seen anywhere else. A live auction, led by acting company member Joe Wilson, Jr., will feature: • Golf with Academy Award-nominated actor Richard Jenkins (The Shape of Water) • Tour of Saturday Night Live and Wicked designer Eugene Lee’s studio • One-of-a-kind Trinity Rep messenger bag created by celebrated designer Kent Stetson • Excursion around Narragansett Bay, with a stop for lunch in Bristol, on an award-winning 38’ boat • Helicopter tour of Rhode Island • Walk-on role in Trinity Rep’s 2018 production of A Christmas Carol • Behind-the-scenes experience for Trinity Rep’s upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors • Baking class with master bakers from Ellie’s Bakery • New York theater experiences The event begins at 6:30pm on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Trinity Rep, 201 Washington Street. The evening includes light dinner fare by Blackstone Caterers and cocktails. Tickets start at $150. Sponsorships are also available. Visit www.TrinityRep.com/ PDgala or call (401) 453-9237 to purchase.

Seating is limited. Advance ticket purchase strongly recommended.

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November EPLAC Meeting

Wednesday November 24th at 6:00pm

The East Providence Local Advisory Committee for Special Education (EPLAC) welcomes all to the November meeting on Wednesday November 24th at 6:00pm at the Martin Middle School Library. 111 Brown St. East Providence. This Meeting will feature a workshop Teaching Social Skills to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Promoting Use of Skills at Home, School, and in the Community - Presented by: Kelley Harrison Pistacchio, PhD Come; meet the committee, other parents, and EP school personnel. Through meetings and workshops, EPLAC focuses on current issues regarding special education and your child.

The public is welcome to attend all EPLAC meetings!

Sponsor a Holiday Breakfast Scholarship

Show you care for East Providence students! Scholarship Foundation of East Providence is seeking sponsorships and ad sponsors to support their annual Holiday Breakfast at East Providence High School on Saturday, November 24 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. All proceeds will provide scholarships for East Providence students.

“This is a great way to show the community that you support higher education for our local students,” notes Holiday Breakfast Chair Louise Paiva. “It is especially important this year as we celebrate 50 years of community service,” she adds.

Ads are available starting at $25 for a Booster listing, $50 for Patron listing and $100 for a Partner business card size ad on the placemat that will be used at each attendee’s place setting. More than 400 guests attended last year’s event.

In addition, Gold sponsorship at the $1000 level will provide a $1000 scholarship in the name of a business or individual and Silver sponsorships are available at $500, providing a $500 scholarship.

Current Gold Sponsor is Collette and Silver Sponsors include Bank RI and East Providence Firefighter’s IAFF Local 850.

Businesses or individuals can send their check, made payable to Scholarship Foundation of East Providence, to P.O. Box 154438, East Providence, RI 02915. For more information, contact 401-433-3463 or sfofeastprovidence@yahoo.com. A sponsorship form is available on the Foundation’s website at www.sfofepri.org.

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EPHS Class of 1983 Reunion

Please join the Class of 1983 for our 35th Year Reunion celebration. The details are as follows: Saturday, November 24, 2018

Location: Riviera Restaurant 580 North Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914 401.431.9231 Time: 6:30 pm Cocktail Hour (Cash Bar), 7:30 pm Dinner Cost: $45 per person includes Dinner buffet, DJ and gift Please make checks or money orders payable to Beatriz Perez, Treasurer. Checks should be mailed to 204 Grosvenor Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914. Deadline for payment is Saturday, November 17, 2018.

East Providence 8th Annual WinterFest Mark your calendar and save the dates!

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Come celebrate the holidays at the 8th Annual East Providence WinterFest from 12noon to 8pm on Saturday, December 1st on the campus of 610 Waterman Avenue.

Have lunch at Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen and browse the art and craft tables for that unique holiday gift. Children’s activities, live music performances and more! Meet and visit with Santa when he arrives by fire engine at 5:30pm to light the WinterFest landscape.

On Wednesday, December 12th WinterFest will again sponsor an “Evening of Hope & Remembrance” from 6-8pm with inspirational speakers, music, memorial photo display and refreshments. WinterFest is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays with family and friends! FREE to the public!

2018 WinterFest Returning Tree Sponsors, please note that the deadline to reserve your tree is October 12th. Application/ registration is available online at http://www.eastprovidence.com/ content/12105/default.aspx For those who would like to register in person, please be advised that we have moved from the Senior Center to Breed Hall, 401-435-7511.

Teddy Borges Memorial Fund Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair The Teddy Borges Memorial Fund is holding a Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair on Saturday, December 8th

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People in the News EPHS 1967 Championship Football Team 9-0-0

Sonia Wessen Has Been Named a Commended Scholar

Back: Dave Corbett, Steve Sullivan, Dan Moniz, Mike Dodd, Jeff Buckett, Fred Hallal, Jeff Chakouian, John Brady, Bob Kazarian, Kyle Sandahl, Rich Laiter, Bob Karouz, Terry Siravo, Tom Green, Junior Butler.

Front: Joe Mike Travers, Steve McDermott, Charlie Clancy, John Basler, Pete Andrade, Steve McLaughlin, Dave Johnson, John Meola On Friday, September 21st, members of EP’s 1967 championship football team had a reunion at the Gridiron Sports Pub in Swansea. The team invited coaches who worked with them as they grew up through Pop Warner, junior high, and high school football.

After a meal and watching films from the 1967 season, the group attended the home EP football game against Cumberland. They assembled in the end zone and were introduced to the crowd. As the EP band played, the group walked across Pierce Field one last time and participated in the coin toss. It was both fun and emotional for everyone involved.

Special thanks to Athletic Director Greg Amore for coordinating the welcome the group received at the game.

St. Mary Academy - Bay View is proud to announce that senior Sonia Wessen has been named a Commended Scholar in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Of the 1.6 million students who entered the 2019 competition by taking the 2017 PSAT/NMSQT, Sonia placed among the top 50,000 scorers. In September, high scorers like Sonia, are notified through their school that they have qualified as either a commended student or semifinalist.

The entire Bay View community is extremely proud of Sonia’s recognition from the National Merit Scholarship Program.

Sonia is a versatile student who excels in both STEM and humanities coursework.

She is an active member of the Academy’s Art Club, Zoe Club, and Math Team. She is also involved in visual and performing arts.

Andrew Faria Earns Trustee’s Scholarship at Baldwin Wallace University

East Providence Native Kristen Bruzzi Named to The School of Pharmacy Dean’s List at MCPHS University

MCPHS University is pleased to announce that Kristen Bruzzi has been named to the Dean’s List for the Summer 2018 semester.

Kristen is a native of East Providence, R.I. (02914) and is pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy. Kristen will graduate from the Worcester, Massachusetts campus in 2019.

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BW grants a wide range of scholarships to current students each year. Including merit and need-based scholarships, BW students received over $48 million in financial support from the University for the 2018-2019 academic year.

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JOB APPLICATION POSITION SOUGHT: MAYOR, CITY of EAST PROVIDENCE EMPLOYER:

Citizens of East Providence

NAME:

James M. Russo

EMPLOYMENT:

Chief of Staff: US Congressman Bob Weygand Lieutenant Governor Bob Weygand Attorney at Law: Legal Counsel - RI House of Representatives Corporations Committee Assistant City Solicitor - City of East Providence Staff Attorney - Legislative Council Law Clerk - Chief Justice, RI Supreme Court; RI Superior Court Parliamentarian - RI State Senate Private Practice Campaign Manager: Races for US Senate, US House, RI Lt. Governor, RI State Senate, EP City Council, consultant on races in various states

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

Chairman - East Providence Charter Review Commission Basketball Coach - St. Martha’s Church, Riverside Middle School, Silver Spring Elementary School Baseball Coach - East Providence Central Little League, Riverside Middle School, Martin Middle School, AAU Baseball, Riverside Post 10 Senior Legion Baseball, RBI Baseball Founder - East Providence Mustangs AAU Baseball Club, Riverside Post 10 Junior Legion Baseball Team, EP Fall Ball Team

EDUCATION:

Graduate: Suffolk University Law School - Juris Doctor; Providence College – Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude; La Salle Academy - National Honor Society; St. Brendan’s School, Riverside, RI

CHALLENGES:

• Lead the city into a new era and form of government.

• Modernize our school system while keeping the city on a sound financial footing.

• Maintain a consistent revenue stream for road repair, reconstruction, and maintenance.

• Foster economic development through the development of the waterfront and other areas.

• Ensure that our city is governed in a fiscally responsible and transparent manner.

• Change the dialogue in the city from one of confrontation and acrimony to one of civility and respect.

JOB INTERVIEW:

During this campaign I will continue to contact you, the citizens of East Providence, by various means of communication and in person, to share my vision for the future of our city. I will listen to your concerns, ideas, and hopes for the city and discuss with you how together we can move the city of East Providence forward into the future.

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SCOUTS Enrollment for Scouting Opens Across Southeastern New England

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The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America is welcoming new boys and girls into Scouting across Southeastern New England this fall with a social media campaign that highlights the (401) benefits of Scouting, the adventures it entails and its recent decision to welcome girls. Over 9,700 youth from across the region www.TKREB.com participated in Scouting last year – a four percent increase from the previous year.

In Scouting, youth are challenged to earn advancements that require hard work and dedication in mastering a skill – such as first aid, citizenship and architecture. Units participate in activities such as camping trips, derby races and field trips. Scouts are also given the chance to serve their communities in events such as Scouting for Food, the annual food drive where Scouts collected over 215,000 pounds of food for the Rhode Island food bank last year.

“Each fall, we encourage youth to join Scouting to build strong character, learn life lessons and create lasting memories and friendships,” said Tim McCandless, Scout Executive/CEO of the Narragansett Council. “Scouting instills the skills needed to succeed in life, and the values needed to be a good citizen. We’re thrilled to be able to welcome boys and girls across Rhode Island into our program.”

This year marks the first round of enrollment time that girls in grades K-5 can join Cub Scouting. Since the Boy Scouts of America first decided to welcome girls into the program, 72 girls have joined units across the Narragansett Council. So far, 14 have already enrolled during this recruitment season. Girls ages 11-18 will be able to enroll starting in February.

Dr. Debra George “The decision to welcome girls into Scouting was made to enable working families with sons and daughters to participate in one single program with ease. Many sisters Complimentary Consultations were participating alongside their Scout brothers prior to this official announcement.

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East Providence Senior Girl Scout Troop 117

Members of East Providence Senior Girl Scout Troop 117 are shown after a Kayak trip on Narrow River in Narragansett. The girls took the Kayak trip in order to complete the requirements needed to earn the Senior Paddling Badge.

Boy Scouts Kick Off 31st Annual Food Drive

The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America will hold its 31st Annual “Scouting for Food Good Turn” drive on October 27 across Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. Thousands of Scouts will distribute door hangers to neighbors’ homes seeking donations of nutritional, non-perishable canned goods.

The annual initiative, the largest food drive in New England, highlights one of Scouting’s primary focuses – doing a “Good Turn” daily.

This year, through a new partnership, Ocean State Job Lot will match pound-for-pound (up to 100,000 pounds) all food collected by the Narragansett Council’s Scouts to be donated to local food pantries.

More than 200 Scouting Packs and Troops from across Southern New England will participate in the drive by collecting canned goods from families and individuals. Donation pick-ups will be the following Saturday, November 3 starting at 9 a.m., and will be delivered to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and other local food pantries.

“Scouting for Food brings the community together to help our neighbors in need,” said Joe DeStefano, Volunteer Coordinator for the food drive since it began in 1987.

“Last year, we collected 215,000 pounds of food for the needy. We’re aiming to give even more this year with the help of Ocean State Job Lot, who we can’t thank enough for their generosity.”

DeStefano began volunteering for Scouting for Food 31 years ago. Under his leadership, the Scouts have collected more

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than 9.2 million pounds of food for neighbors in need.

Each month, 53,000 Rhode Islanders seek food assistance through the Food Bank’s network of emergency food programs. 12.4% of Rhode Island households struggle to afford nutritious meals, and 5.6% of Rhode Island households experience severe hunger. 120,000 Rhode Islanders live in poverty.

“Over the last 31 years, Scouting for Food has helped us provide meals to thousands of families,” said Andrew Schiff, Chief Executive Officer of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. “This food drive is key to serving the one in eight Rhode Islanders in need of food assistance, especially as the winter approaches.”

“Scouting for Food is an important event not only to serve our communities, but for Scouts to build character and develop an ethic of community. It brings troops together to do their part and give to the less fortunate,” said Tim McCandless, Scout Executive/CEO. “In preparation of another successful drive, we ask the community to give generously. We also thank Ocean State Job Lot for their unwavering commitment to the community’s needy.”

Scouting for Food is a cooperative effort supported by the Narragansett Council of the Boy Scouts of America, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Ocean State Job Lot, WPRI-12 News, Fox Providence, the Rhode Island National Guard, The Valley Breeze and area fire stations.

“The Scouts of the Narragansett Council are excited to help make this year the most successful drive yet,” said DeStefano. “This opportunity helps Boy Scouts learn the importance of helping people in need, and offers the chance for everybody to partake in the spirit of generosity.

Following the USDA’s guidelines for healthy eating, donors are encouraged to fill their bags with the Food Bank’s most needed items: Canned Soup, Tuna, Canned Meats, Peanut Butter, Nuts;Canned Fruits & Vegetables, Dried Fruit, Tomato Sauce; Nutritious Breakfast Cereals, Whole Wheat Pasta, Rice; Granola Bars and other healthy snacks; Canned or Dried Beans If the Boy Scouts are not able to cover your neighborhood, please visit your local food pantry or the RI Community Food Bank located at 200 Niantic Ave., Providence. Food can also be dropped off at one of our two Scout Shops:West Bay Scout Shop at 1276 Bald Hill Rd, Warwick RI & East Bay Scout Shop at 79 Swansea Mall Dr., Swansea MA.

Junior Girl Scout Troop 519 Earns Bronze Award

Members of East Providence Junior Girl Scout Troop 519 recently earned their Bronze Award. The Girl Scout Bronze Award is the highest honor a Junior Girl Scout (grade 4 or 5) can achieve. There are six steps that must be completed to earn the award. First the troop must build a Junior Girl Scout team which is usually comprised of the troop members.

The team must then determine the needs in their community and then decide on a project which would benefit a particular need. A plan must be created to accomplish that project, the project must be completed (each girl has to work at least 20 hours individually on the project) and then each girl should “spread the word”. That is to say that each girl should share with others how her project made a difference in the community and the experiences and insights she gained from completing the project.

Troop 519 chose the Rhode Island SPCA as their benefactor. The Rhode Island SPCA’s mission is “To prevent cruelty to all animals throughout the State of Rhode Island; to advocate to strengthen and enforce the animal cruelty laws of the State of Rhode Island; to shelter and care for unwanted animals while working diligently to find them new homes; and to promote humane treatment and appreciation of all animals through education and community outreach.” The girls held a canned pet food drive throughout their schools: Myron J Francis, Waddington, Kent Heights, and Sacred Heart, as well as with family and friends. They were able to collect over 450 cans of cat and dog food to help the animals in the shelter. The girls also made cat nip toys for the cats awaiting adoption.

Members of East Providence Junior Girl Scout Troop 519 are shown with more than 450 cans of cat and dog food, dog treats, and cat toys which they collected and donated to the Rhode Island SPCA as part of earning their Bronze Award.

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CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS East Providence Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service

Six East Providence churches come together to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday in a worship service. These six churches have connections through a shared ministry created six years ago; The Bread of Life Food Pantry.

The East Providence community is invited to join in worship on Monday, November 19 at 7:00 pm. The worship service will be hosted this year at Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ - 100 Newman Avenue.

An offering of non-perishable food items as well as financial contributions will be received during the worship service to benefit the Bread of Life Food Pantry.

Join us for an evening of worship, celebration and thanksgiving.

The six East Providence churches articipating in the service are:

Bethany Church of the Nazarene Church of the Epiphany Evangelical Covenant Church of Riverside Haven United Methodist Church Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ St. Margaret Catholic Church For more information, contact Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ at 401-434-4742.

23rd Annual Mission Bazaar at Newman Congregational Church, UCC

Rumford, RI – Saturday, December 1, 2018 between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM Newman Congregational Church, UCC will host their 23rd Annual Mission Bazaar. All proceeds are donated to various charities. Last year’s profits were dispersed to the following: Back Bay Mission, Bread of Life Food Pantry, Haiti, Newman’s Mission Fund, Rumford Lions Club, Senior High Youth Group, and the Women’s Center.

Amongst the tables you will find ornaments; “Newman’s Own” Country Store featuring a variety of crafts, breads, and cookies.

There will be decorated fresh balsam wreaths, hand knit items, quilted Christmas items, fleece scarves, handmade crafts, and jewelry made by Haitian artisans. You are sure to find treasures at “Newman Marcus” (our white elephant tables). Alternative gifts will be available. The kitchen is open for breakfast and lunch. Bring your friends, and enjoy the festivities!

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Seekonk Congregational Church Christmas Bazaar and Gift Festival

Christmas Bazaar and Gift Festival, Seekonk Congregational Church, UCC, 600 Fall River Ave, Seekonk. December 1st, Saturday, 9am-2pm …Handmade crafts, knitted goods, decorations, jewelry, Live Wreaths, Boxwood centerpieces, a wide variety of gift baskets, and more! Baked goods … as well as a luncheon being served featuring various soups, sandwiches, homemade desserts, fries, etc. Special room with Christmas items, drawing table with winners announced at the end of the day. Pictures with Santa. Come and enjoy the fun! Any questions: call 508-336-9355 or Email: seekonkucc@gmail.com

St Mary’s Christmas Bazaar

St Mary’s Episcopal Church will be having its Annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 1st from 9 am to 3 pm with a Visit from Santa at 11 am to 1 pm. This year’s bazaar will offer homemade fudge, jams and jellies and raffles. St Mary’s is located at 81 Warren Ave in East Providence, 401 434-7456

Haven United Methodist Church News

1. *** Wednesday Night Church Service *** Every Wednesday night at 6:30 pm. Can’t attend church on Sunday? Need a midweek pick-me-up? Join us for worship and fellowship and to hear the Word of God. Everyone is welcome!

2. Haven Basketball - East Providence Church Sunday School League has begun! Spread the word – anyone from Haven or the community, ages 8 to 17, is welcome to play. Practice is Wednesday 5:30-7 pm, with games on Saturday mornings for the 8 to 14 year olds; 15-17 year olds practice 7-8:30 pm Wednesday at Haven. If you would like to play for Haven, or have a church team that would like to be part of the league, contact the church office.

3. Haven UMC Thrift Store: *** Extended *** Bag Sale Every Saturday in November!! Small plastic bag - $1, brown paper bag - $3, 13 gallon trash bag - $5 (we supply the bags). Open from 9 am to 12 pm. Clothing, coats and jackets, shoes, linens, household items, puzzles, odds and ends. Donations are gratefully accepted (we’ll pickup clothing and small items if needed). Volunteers are welcome!

4. Women’s Bible Study every Thursday at 11:30 am at the church. Contact the church office if interested. Transportation is available.

5. Come, join our family! Are you searching for a church home?

Do you or someone you know need prayer? At Haven UMC, we are a haven for those who would seek to know God better, while spreading the love of Jesus Christ. WORSHIP SERVICE is at 10 am on Sunday followed by Coffee Hour. Children’s Sunday School during worship service. Adult Bible Study at 12 pm.

6. Do you or your group/organization need a place to hold meetings? Sporting events? Activities? Conferences? We have Space Available! We have a variety of spaces available from small to large, including a gym. We have an elevator and chair lift for accessibility. Contact the office for room sizes, availability and suggested donations.

Haven United Methodist Church, 200 Taunton Ave., E. Providence, RI. Call 401-438-4911 or email havenumchurch@yahoo.com for more information. Office hours Monday thru Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm. Check out our website at www.havenumchurch.com.

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Holiday Guide Holiday Breakfast to Benefit Scholarships

Scholarship Foundation of East Providence will celebrate its 50th year of community service with a Holiday Breakfast on Saturday, November 24 from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. in the cafeteria of East Providence School, 2000 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence.

Community members of all ages are welcome to attend this festive annual event. Santa will be on hand to listen to special requests. Past scholarship recipients and their families and high school students will offer free face painting, ornament making and creative activities for children.

The breakfast menu includes scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, French toast, baked beans, hash browns, Danish pastry, muffins, apple and orange juice and coffee. Adult tickets are $8. Children age 5 to 10 are $5 and children under 5 are free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or obtained in advance by calling Joan Kent at 431-1675 or by sending a check to SF of East Providence, P. O. Box 154438, Riverside, RI 02915. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance, as more than 400 people attended last year’s breakfast.

The silent auction will feature $200 in Amazon gift cards and a girl’s bicycle donated

by Pawtucket Credit Union and $200 in gift cards to Best Buy and a boy’s bicycle donated

by Navigant Credit Union. Also up for bid are Samsonite luggage, New Hampshire, Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and Block Island getaways, as well as shopping sprees, jewelry, theatre, restaurant and ski packages, family fun packages and more. The raffle is filled with toys, movie packages, entertainment and holiday-themed items. Payment may be made by cash or check only. Credit cards will not be accepted.

To commemorate its 50th anniversary, a special 50/50 raffle will also be featured. Half of the proceeds will be awarded to the winner and half will benefit the Scholarship Foundation.

Tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10. Individuals who are unable to attend the event, but who would like to participate in the 50/50 raffle, can send their check to the scholarship fund’s post office address above. Please indicate 50/50 raffle and include a phone number contact.

Local businesses and organizations have been very supportive of the event. Gold Sponsor for the event is Collette. Silver sponsors include Bank RI and East Providence Firefighters IAFF Local 850.

Proceeds from the event will be used to provide $1,000 scholarships for East Providence students continuing their education at college, career or technical school.

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The Chorus of East Providence, under the direction of Beth Armstrong, will perform “Love Grows at Christmastime” on Saturday, December 1 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, December 2 at 3:00 PM at Seekonk High School, 261 Arcade Ave, Seekonk, MA. Selections will include Twas the Night Before Christmas, a Musicological Journey Through the Twelve Days of Christmas, a Russian carol and more. The Chorus will be joined by a children’s choir that will perform with the adults and by themselves. Donations of nonperishable food items for DOORWAYS, a local food pantry in Seekonk, MA, at the concert would be appreciated. Tickets are $15 at the door. Senior and advance tickets are $13. Children under 12 are complimentary.

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Trinity Rep is proud to present its annual holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol. Noted for being a new production each year, the 2018 production has been inspired by a traditional telling of the famed Dickens classic. This year the production will be directed Mark Valdez, who directed Fuente Ovejuna, or Like Sheep to Water at Trinity Rep in 2017. Beloved acting company member and one of last year’s co-directors, Stephen Thorne, will be playing the role of Ebenezer Scrooge. The production will also feature community choirs in each performance. All shows will feature a different choir from the Rhode Island area, performing traditional holiday songs.

A Christmas Carol runs November 8 through December 30, with press opening on Tuesday, November 13 at 7:30 pm. Among the ten most-attended productions of A Christmas Carol in America each year, Trinity Rep’s production has become a southern New England tradition, serving over 1.5 million people since its inception four decades ago. Last year’s production was the highest-selling show in Trinity Rep’s history, and this year’s tickets are already outselling last year. More show details are online at TrinityRep.com/ carol. Tickets start at $25 and are available online or by contacting the box office at (401) 351-4242.

Resident Acting Company member Stephen Thorne returns to A Christmas Carol this year after co-directing it in 2017 with fellow company member, Angela Brazil. He says, “I was thrilled this year

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Director Mark Valdez plans to focus on tradition in this year’s production. He says, “This is my chance to be a part of this legacy in theater and it has meaning for a lot of people. I want to be a part of that.”

In addition, echoing the idea of tradition that director Mark Valdez has spoken on, Stephen continues, saying, “This show is a tradition for many Rhode Islanders. There are so many families that come. And there are so many parents who came as kids to Project Discovery shows that now bring their kids! It is rather profound that people continue to gather together to hear this story. Yes, it is entertaining and fun, but there are essential human experiences that are explored - our relationship to the past, the possibility of change, the necessity of community - all of this is a part of A Christmas Carol. There is a reason why, to quote a number of our company members, ‘it has stood the test of time.’ This story speaks to young and old, and everyone in between.”

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Long-Standing Tradition

Founding Artistic Director Adrian Hall first added A Christmas Carol to Trinity Rep’s lineup in 1977, just four years after moving into the company’s current home at the Lederer Theater Center on Washington Street. Since then the production has been a holiday staple for generations of families in Southern New England. Trinity Rep’s production is set apart from other holiday productions by the fact that it is re-imagined every year by a new director, cast, and set of designers.

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Director Mark Valdez will be working alongside Esther Zabinksi (music director), and yon Tande (choreographer). They are joined on the creative team by Michael McGarty (set design), Gary Lennon (costume design), Karin Olson (lighting design), and Peter Sasha Hurowitz (sound design.) In addition to Stephen Thorne, Resident Acting Company members Timothy Crowe, Fred Sullivan, Jr., Daniel Duque-Estrada, and Mauro Hantman will take on various roles in the production. They will be joined by third-year students in the Brown/ Trinity Rep MFA Acting program, local performers, and a children’s cast comprised of young local actors.

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Happy Thanksgiving! performances, and the audience has responded generously, giving over $465,000 to the Food Bank over the years. This year’s production is dedicated to Stephen Hamblett and his love for the story of A Christmas Carol.

Special Events

Continuing Trinity Rep’s tradition of offering affordable tickets for all, the theater will have discounted previews of A Christmas Carol. Thursday, November 8 is a Pay What You Can performance.

Pay What You Can tickets go on sale at 6:30 pm that evening, and are limited to one per person.

Other special performances for this production include an Open Captioned performance for the show on November 11 at 12:00 pm.

There will be a Sensory Friendly Plus! performance on November 17 at 12:00 pm designed to meet the needs of children and adults on the autism spectrum, or with sensory processing disorders.

This performance features modified sound, lighting, and other adjustments. There will also be a Lunch and Learn on November 16 at 12:00 pm where members of the public are invited to bring their lunches and see behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of the set and other aspects of production.

Festival of Lights in Historic Wickford Village Celebrates 33rd Year

Celebrate the holidays as Wickford Village kicks off the season with its 33rd annual Festival of Lights Celebration Thursday, November 29- Sunday, December 2, 2018.

The festival begins on Thursday, November 29th with the official lighting of the Tree at Updike Park and a performance by the North Kingstown Community Youth Chorus and the North Kingstown High School Band. Thousands of white lights sparkle and set the streets aglow as the village is transformed into a winter wonderland.

Window shop as store owners show off their Christmas spirit with stunning holiday displays and compete for awards.

On Friday evening, Saturday afternoon, and Sunday afternoon welcome Santa at the Town Dock on Brown St. as he arrives by boat and is led by kayaking “reindeer.” Join him for carols and a horse- drawn hayride through the Village. All are invited to dress in their “elfiest” costumes and join the Elf Parade on Saturday. There will be music and dancing to entertain shoppers throughout the weekend. Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa from the Boy Scouts and a delicious snack or meal from one of Wickford’s boutique restaurants.

Go back in time to holiday shopping as it used to be, unhurried, with a focus on personal service and unique selections in the magical ‘Dickens- like’ atmosphere that is Wickford Village, Rhode Island.

Many shops will be open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday night.

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From traditional to unique, let your creativity soar by choosing to decorate an artificial tree, from table top, and up, in size. The sponsor is responsible for providing their own tree at their own expense. Trees must be artificial, pre-lit, and flame retardant. Decorations should enhance the overall value of the tree. Sponsors are responsible for providing their own extension cord (minimum 12’ in length). Entries must be tasteful in design and decoration and should be appropriate for display during a family-oriented community event. All decorations, accessories (such as tree skirts and tree toppers) and gifts will be raffled with the tree. Any faux gifts must be clearly marked “for display only.”

For theme ideas, Google “Festival of Trees.” Some of the themes used in the past are: • Children’s Trees (Disney: Frozen, Cars, etc.)

• Christmas era • Baking • Patriotic • Whiskey • Gift cards/money tree/ Scratcher ticket trees • Themes representing a business or organization • Sports • Trees specific to men/women Please note that a schedule will be sent to all tree donors the week prior to the event so that they can come to the Veterans Home and put up their tree.

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Chicago, IL, October 11, 2018: An estimated twenty-two million veterans live in our communities. The Elks National President, Michael T. Luhr, has proclaimed November to be Veterans Remembrance Month as a way to encourage us to reach out to local Veterans and offer your support.

This November and every month of the year, Elk will serve thousands of Veterans across the country. Elks volunteer at more than 330 VA Medical Centers, State Veterans Homes, clinics, transitional shelters and Veterans facilities where they plan activities, buy needed supplies, host meals and offer friendship. Elks help Veterans rehabilitate and thrive by supporting adaptive sports events, and providing therapy kits and wheelchair gloves to recovering Veterans.

More recently, Elks have pledged to help end Veteran homelessness by pledging $4 million dollars to assist Veterans experiencing homelessness. We’ve since helped thousands of Veterans exit or prevent homelessness. Our Elks Lodges are focal points for supporting local military members and Veterans and meeting their needs. Last year alone, the total value of Elks’ contributions to our nation’s Veterans was nearly $47 million, and our members served more than 677,000 Veterans.

This Veterans Remembrance Month, we urge you to join the Elks in recognition of and service to the Veterans in your community. Let us also remember the words of Elk member and President John F. Kennedy who said, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them.”

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East Bay Retired Teachers Association Fall Luncheon

The East Bay Retired Teachers Association will be holding their fall luncheon on November 15, 2018 at the Wharf Tavern in Warren. The program for this meeting will be listening to Carl Sweeney, Founder, of Hope and Faith Food Bank and the history of how his charity originated. The project for this meeting is helping Carl stock his storeroom with the items he is in need of at this time which include but not limited to peanut butter, jelly/ jam(in plastic bottles), maple syrup(in plastic bottles), oatmeal, cranberry sauce, stuffing, instant potatoes and gravy. Carl will also be accepting monetary donations to purchase Thanksgiving turkeys and the other holiday essentials. The meeting will commence at 11:00 a.m. The scholarship raffle will follow the

November 2018 The Reporter meeting. The luncheon selections are traditional turkey dinner, baked scrod and prime rib at the cost of $25. Send your check and selection to Anne Laderer, 18 Monmouth Drive Riverside, R.I. 02915 by November 8. Please remember to bring your raffle items as these provide 2 scholarships to deserving East Providence and Mt Hope Seniors to help defray the college/post grad expenses.

State Grange Convention 2018

The Rhode Island State Grange recently held their 132nd Annual Convention at the Radisson Hotel on 2081 Post Road in Warwick near T.F. Green Airport.

The special guest for this event was Betsy Huber, Master/ President of the National Grange. Betsy was elected and installed as the first female National Grange President.

Included in this convention was an election and Installation of the State Grange Officers. Attached is a group photo of the State Grange Officers, together with the National Grange President Betsy Huber, 4th in front on the left. The following Rhode Island State Grange Officers were elected and installed for the next two years.

Master/President-Eileen Hebert: Eileen was elected as the first female Rhode Island State Grange President and was installed by Betsy Huber; Overseer/Vice President-Walter Hartley; LecturerDanielle Hartley; Steward-Thomas Gotauco; Assistant StewardArthur Manchester Jr.; Lady Assistant Steward-Laura Gotauco; Chaplain-John A. Lawson Jr.; Treasurer-Dennis Robidoux; Secretary-Roxanne Nelson; Gatekeeper-Kent Novak; Ceres-Nicole Ohneck; Pomona-Jeanette Kenyon; Flora-Celeste Spencer; Executive Committee-James Chase; Executive Committee-Cathy Kamowski; Second Delegate to National Grange ConventionWalter Hartley

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East Providence has a rich history related to its navigational lights. Six lightkeepers and their families maintained Pomham Rocks from its opening in December 1871 until 1953. They included C.H. Salisbury and his wife, Mary (1871-1893), Nathaniel Dodge (1893-1898), Thomas Fishburn (1898-1908), Adolph Aronson (1908-1937), William J. Howard (1937-1951) and Howard B. Beebe (1951-1956). They were followed by Coast Guard members until 1974, and then private families, until the Lighthouse was declared surplus federal property in 1978.

Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is seeking donation of photographs, historical documents, artifacts or items relating to Pomham Rocks or the other four lighthouses and the keepers who maintained them. No item is too large or small – from the fog bell used at Pomham Rocks or the Fresnel lens from Bullocks Point to letters or family photographs from lighthouse keepers.

The group is also interested in items related to lighthouse history in general.

The volunteer group is committed to finding and preserving examples of lighthouse history and making them available for the public to view. Education is key to their mission, and they want to preserve these remnants of the past in order to inform current and future generations. Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is a tax-exempt charitable organization. Individuals who would like to donate items to the museum can contact Alex Dias at history@ pomhamrockslighthouse.org.

Built in 1876, Bullocks Point Lighthouse was damaged in the 1938 hurricane and torn down the following year.

A skeleton tower now stands on the stone foundation.

Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is looking for historical items relating to the local lighthouse.

Lighthouse Group Seeks Historical Items

Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse officially opened the Lighthouse in June, following extensive restoration of the interior of the structure. The landmark light station, built in 1871, is the only one surviving of the five lighthouses that once guided ships through the Providence River.

The Museum Committee of Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is now seeking to document and exhibit items related to, not only Pomham Rocks, but the other four East Providence lighthouses – Bullocks Point, Sabin Point, Fuller Rock and Sassafras Point. Rooms on the first and second floor of the Lighthouse will serve as a museum dedicated to preserving this important local history.

Built in 1876, Bullocks Point Lighthouse was heavily damaged by the 1938 hurricane and taken down soon after. Sabin Point Lighthouse, built in 1872, was burned down in 1968. Fuller Rock, a wooden tower structure built in 1872, was destroyed by a gas tank explosion in 1923. Sassafras Point, another hexagonal wooden tower built in 1872, was removed in 1912 in order to widen the channel.

U.S. Coast Guard dress blue uniform that was worn by Dennis Tardiff when the lighthouse was decommissioned in 1974. Mr. Tardiff was the last member of the Coast Guard to serve as lighthouse keeper at Pomham Rocks Lighthouse.

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New Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Ornament

Just in time for the holiday season, Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse have introduced a new commemorative ornament that features a colorful picture of this East Providence lighthouse. The 2” diameter classic ceramic ornament has a ribbon hanger and is gift boxed. It is made exclusively for Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse by Barlow Designs. A card describing the history of this New England landmark accompanies the ornament.

Buy one for your Christmas tree and order extras for family and friends who have moved away. Priced at only $15, these also make great gifts for teachers or co-workers. Ornaments will be available at Pomham Santa on the morning of December 8 at Sabin Point Park, Riverside. They can be ordered by mail at Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, c/o 81 Harris Street, Riverside, RI 02915. For further information and the cost of postage for areas outside of East Providence, call 401-433-3463 or email lighthouse1871@yahoo.com.

Other items available include 15-ounce etched stemless wine glasses for $10, 12-ounce ceramic mugs for $10 and corkbacked coasters, sold individually for $4 or in boxed sets of four for $15, as well as boxed square cork-backed trivets or hot plates for $10. A wide array of apparel embroidered with Friends of Pomham Rocks logo is also available, including polo shirts, short and long sleeve t-shirts, zip front sweatshirts, fleece vests and jackets, lightweight jackets and hats. Visit Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse website at www.pomhamrockslighthouse.org for photos of merchandise and apparel.

Built in 1871, Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is the last surviving lighthouse in upper Narragansett Bay. It still serves as an aid to navigation and is listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Proceeds from the sale of the ornaments and other merchandise will be used to maintain the lighthouse.

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SCHOOL NEWS FRIDAY FOCUS at Martin Middle School Inspire OUR KIDS

OUR KIDS means that we have a collectively responsibility as adults to make decisions in the best interest of all kids. We know OUR KIDS don’t care how much we know, until they know how much we care about them.

As adults, we all want to be motivated and inspired each day. We all want to be to connected to something bigger than ourselves. OUR KIDS feel the same way. Like us, OUR KIDS want to be engaged, excited, motivated, and inspired in our classrooms and at MMS. Our words are important and they matter each lesson, each and every day. I challenge all of us to inspire OUR KIDS with a motivational quote below. There are 5 quotes below and I challenge you to choose one or more to use with OUR KIDS each day this week and let’s see how they respond.

“Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts.” – Albert Einstein “You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” – A.A. Milne/Christopher Robin “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” -Dr. Seuss “Mistakes are part of the dues one pays for a full life.” – Sophia Loren “All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them” – Walt Disney Teach with Passion!

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This note came from a parent of an MMS student. Take a look at the kind words in quotations below and know that you are making a difference every day with OUR KIDS! “I just wanted to say Thank You to the dedicated staff at MMS. Tonight while completing math homework, my daughter said, “This is hard...but I’m getting better!”

I know this came from all the positivity that is encouraged daily.

She is learning how to change negative self-talk, in to positive!

You have all made such a difference in such a short amount of time. Thank you!!”

Meeting the Need of OUR KIDS

One of the best ways we can meet the social-emotional needs of OUR KIDS at MMS is to interact with them each day. When you reach out to OUR KIDS and OUR FAMILIES they know you care about them.

Here are some ways to do this in your classroom/office: Listen attentively to OUR KIDS by leaning forward, making eye contact, and asking questions about what they are telling you.

Greet students at the door every class, every day with a simple smile, fist bump, handshake, etc to show OUR KIDS you care.

Let OUR KIDS know that you are happy to be their teacher by touching base with them if they are sick, attending sporting events/extra-curricular, and having casual conversations with them.

Establish ways you can communicate and exchange information with OUR FAMILIES in person or phone, text, remind, etc.

Use a variety of strategies including phone calls and face to face meetings to ensure that OUR FAMILIES understand how to support OUR KIDS in the classroom.

Teach with Passion!

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Independent environmental professionals will review all applications and three schools or school-based after-school programs will receive $250 to carry out their projects. Over the last 10 years, schools all over Rhode Island have been awarded these grants for water quality, school garden, recycling, composting, and alternative energy projects.

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Eighth Graders Clean Up Beach

On Wednesday, October 10th, the St. Mary Academy - Bay View eighth-grade class of 2023 traveled to King Park in Newport, RI, and partnered with the non-profit organization, Clean Ocean Access, for a beach clean-up.

As a Mercy-affiliated school, grounded in Mercy values, the Bay View class of 2023 wanted to give back in the name of the Mercy Critical Concern of the Earth. As a group, the students played an active part in protecting the environment with a beach clean-up, while reflecting upon behaviors and policies that influence environmentally sustainable practices.

“What an enjoyable experience it was to see all of the Bay View girls working together to give back to the Earth and the community; all while engaging in conversations on how to be socially conscious,” said Grace Mills, a Middle School Counselor at St. Mary Academy - Bay View. “They made us all very proud!” Together, the eighth-grade students successfully removed 15 pounds of trash from the beach site.

Running for Whiteknact School Playground

By Bob Rodericks

On Sunday, October 28, 2018, Natalie Scarpetti ran a full marathon at the Ocean State Marathon in Narragansett, RI. Although a runner, this will be Scarpetti’s first full marathon.

“I am using this opportunity to raise money for Operation Whiteknact Playground,” Scarpetti said as she prepares her run.

“Currently, Whiteknact Elementary School is the only elementary school in the community without an on-site playground and the Whiteknact community is working to remedy this. This playground will be all inclusive so that children of all ages and abilities will be able to enjoy themselves.

This state of the art playground will be a wonderful addition to the Whiteknact school and will be extremely beneficial for all the children, but as you can imagine, it Natalia T. Scarpetti after her 26.1 mile run is quite costly,” added Scarpetti. Scarpetti in Narragansett, RI. Scarpetti is raising stresses that every dollar raised will go funds for a Whiteknact School playground. directly to the playground fund.

The Whiteknact community is hoping to raise enough money to build a safe, ADA approved playground for the school and the neighborhood kids.

Scarpetti describes herself as “a runner, avid baseball fan, a teacher, and most importantly a mom.” She spent seven years on the sidelines of life because of back problems. After several years of surgeries and procedures and life changing spine surgery in December 2016, she is now running again. “I want to use my love of running to give back to my community by raising money to help fund this playground for the children at Whiteknact Elementary. Let’s get these kids a playground!”

The Whiteknact school community around Grosvenor Avenue hopes to replicate what other city schools have done. They plan on raising money for the project and adding to the educational and social needs of the area. Donations can be made to the school or via a funding link: https://www.gofundme.com/operation-whiteknact-playground.

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Hennessey Heroes Take the Pledge!!

Hennessey students and staff are partnering with Hasbro on the Be Fearless Be Kind initiative this year. This initiative is a program that empowers students to include others and stand up for others.

This initiative began with an assembly and guest speaker who shared the program with the students. They watched a video made by students on what it means to be fearless and kind. Then, students did a self-reflection and wrote or drew what they would stand for. Lastly, students came together to say the pledge aloud as a school community. All students received a Be Fearless Be Kind bracelet to remind themselves of the pledge they took. Each month there will be an activity that the school community will complete to continue the program. When asked what it means to be fearless and kind, 4th grader Ava says, “You are not afraid to go up to someone and say hi and give them a compliment. “Cameron, 4th grader, thinks it’s important to be fearless and kind because you can make someone’s day and it’s important for the school so that our school can stay nice.” Cameron says she wears the bracelet as, “a reminder to be fearless and kind and helps her when she is upset.” It’s a great time to be a Hennessey Hero!!!

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Orlo Avenue Elementary School News

Orlo kindergarten students

Start with Hello Bracelets

Miss Rhode Island 2018, Nicole Palozzi, with Orlo kindergarten students On September 21, Orlo recognized that in today’s world, peace needs to be more than just a word and that is why art teacher, Miss Katina Gustafson, engaged students in making “Pinwheels for Peace”. The pinwheels had words of peace written on them and spun freely outside the school.

During the week of September 24th, Orlo students participated in Start with Hello. Start with Hello is a Sandy Hook Promise initiative that brings awareness to the dangers of social isolation.

Students at Orlo were given a Starts with Hello bracelet, wrote a pledge for “Why I start with hello…”, read books about the power of “hello”, and started each day with a new way to say hello a fellow Orlo student.

On October 24, Orlo students participated in the national Unity Day. The school was filled with orange shirts, pants, socks, and more in support of bullying prevention. Each student received an orange United ribbon.

On Thursday, October 25, kindergarten students were part of “Read for the Record’ which joins classrooms, homes, and communities across the country in breaking the record for reading the same book on the same day. The United ribbon Breaking the Record campaign highlights the importance of building early literacy skills for every child. Miss Rhode Island 2018, Nicole Palozzi, lead Orlo kindergarten students in reading the book Maybe Something Beautiful.

Students with perfect attendance for the month of September were honored with a “bag tag”. A student will collect a bag tag for each month that student has perfect attendance. Orlo is so proud of the 155 students with perfect attendance in the month of September!

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SPOTLIGHT ON SPORTS

by Bob Rodericks

EPHS Football

Martin Middle Boys Soccer

The Townie football team has made the Division playoff cut after defeating Cranston West in a close 13-6 victory on Veterans Appreciate Night at Pierce stadium late last month. Dion Hazard played well at quarterback and scored the winning touchdown by running the ball in for the score. The Townies played strong on defense with two interceptions and a strong overall game. The Townies joined with the local Veterans Committee to wear military issued team jerseys to honor the military forces. “It is important to honor America’s service men and women and to have our students take part in this,” said Townie head coach Jay Monteiro.

The Townies lost to undefeated Hendricken on October 26th by a 21-14 score. Juan Diaz scored for EP on a 15-yard run and Clinton Ogunrobi ran back a Hawk blocked punt attempt for a Townie touchdown. Jason Santiago kicked two point after scores for EP. East Providence at 4-3 is in the playoff picture for Division I. Also in October the Townies rolled over Cranston East 47-16 and defeated Shea High 34-33.

Division I-A Standings: Division I-B Standings: Bishop Hendricken 7 - 0 LaSalle 6-1 North Kingstown 6 - 1 Cranston West 4-3 East Providence 4 - 3 Moses Brown 3-3 Cranston East 3 - 4 Central 2-4 Shea 3 - 4 Portsmouth 2-5 Cumberland 3 - 4 S. Kingstown 2-5 St. Raphael Academy 1 - 5 Barrington 1-5 East Providence will play LaSalle on Thanksgiving morning in a non-league game at LaSalle.

The Martin boys soccer team won the Eastern Division Title with a 6-0 score over Gaudet Middle School last month. Wildcat goals were scored by Justin Petion, Max Collins, two by Ryan DeCampos, Hugo Jesus, and a first goal by sixth grader Sammy Jackson.

Key assists were by Nathan Capelo, Hugo Jesus, Ryan DeCampos, Andrew Jackson, and Max Collins. MMS goalie Nick Bento recorded a shutout.

Martin after an opening round bye, went on to defeat Chariho 3-1 in playoff action at Pierce Stadium in late October. Check with ReporterToday. com for updates.

EPHS Girls Volleyball

The Riverside Little League Minor boys won their second consecutive fall ball championship. The Riverside team dominated the fall ball tournament with a 3-1 championship victory over Seekonk on October 28th at Kim Rock Field in Rumford. The team went undefeated with a 12-0 record.

“This is a very young and gutsy group,” said Riverside manager Vin Enright. “I am very proud of these boys. Over the past two years of fall ball play, they have compiled a 25-1 record with two titles,” added Enright. In many instances the Riverside team outdistance their opponents early and played “great defense, had timely hitting and superb pitching.”

Manager Vin Enright was assisted by coaches Jody Richards, Mike Charbonneau, Mike Sabourin and Vinny Enright Jr. The 2018 team players: Alex Enright, Chris Charbonneau, Jose Figueroe, Jonathan Renaud, Jacob Tokarz, Drew Tokarz, Kevin Levesque, Bryce Levesque, Owen Richards, John Wooten and Drake Silva.

With the Townies behind 2 games to one, East Providence surged to win the final two sets for a victory over Mt. St. Charles Academy. Emma DaSilva had 17 kills and 13 digs for the Townies.

EP’s Paige Messier had 36 assists. Kianna Hepburn added seven kills and three blocked shots for EP. The Townies are 4-9 to date in Division I play.

With an impressive 3games to 2 win over South Kingstown on Friday, October 26th, the Townies qualified for volleyball playoffs.

Emma DaSilva amassed 18 kills, a dozen digs and also blocked two SK shots at the net for East Providence. Ali Batty contributed 7 kills and 2 blocks for the Townie win.

Division I-B Volleyball Standings: North Kingstown High School 15 - 0 Mount St. Charles Academy 9 - 5 South Kingstown High School 8 - 6 East Providence High School 5 - 9 Cranston High School West 4 - 9 Ponaganset High School 2 - 12

St. Mary’s Bay View

St. Mary Academy - Bay View announced the hire of Bert DeSalvo as the Academy's new head basketball coach. A Rhode Island native, Coach DeSalvo grew up in South Kingstown and brings with him over a decades' worth of coaching experience at the collegiate, high school, and private school level.

"I'm excited about this opportunity. I want to thank the committee and the Bay View administration for bringing me on board. This is a great program with a great tradition. I am looking forward to giving back to the student-athletes and sharing insights from my basketball journey."

DeSalvo received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Rhode Island and a Master of Science from Duquesne University, along with additional coursework towards a master's degree from the University of Maryland-Eastern Shore.

Riverside Minor Boys Take Fall Ball Title

EPHS Boys Soccer

The Townie soccer team suffered losses last month to Portsmouth, Cumberland, Moses Brown and LaSalle while playing to ties in close games with North Kingstown, Hendricken and Classical. Ryan Moniz scored with eight seconds left to gain the tie with Hendricken. Paulo Schits scored his team-leading 6th goal of the year in gaining a tie against Classical.

EPHS Girls Soccer

Alyssa DeOliveira scored three goals, as the Townies grabbed their third win with a 6-0 score over Toll Gate. Goalie Mia Jackson excelled in net for the Townies with six saves. The team also defeated Westerly High, 1-0 and St. Tay’s by a 4-0 score.

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SPORTS GALLERY

Aidan Schwab of EP gets to the ball first before a Portsmouth soccer player.

Photo by Paul Tumidajski.

Martin Middle School Boys soccer team after first round playoff win against Chariho at Pierce Stadium.

Paige Messier sending a ball over the net vs Brookline.

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Tessa LaRoche of EP vs West Warwick. Photo by Paul Tumidajski.

Raissa Luu of EP tennis vs Chariho.

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The Townies Emma DaSilva hitting vs Brookline. Photo by Paul Tumidajski.

Riverside boys minor winning The Townies Ashley Dias in EPHS student athletes continue their highpitcher Jonathan Renaud. soccer action vs West Warwick. five Fridays, greeting elementary students Photo by Paul Tumidajski. before school.

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All 5 East Providence Junior Townie Cheer Squad teams placed first (State Champions) in their division for the Blackstone Valley Youth Football and Cheerleading Cheer Competition on Saturday October 20th at the URI Ryan’s Center!

The East Providence Junior Townies Cheer Squads in Division 10, Division 12 and Division 14 will be competing at the 2018 New England Regional Cheer Championships for American Youth Cheer being held at the SNHU Arena in Manchester, NH on Saturday November 17th.

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The program is open to any boy or girl who is physically able to play, but would be unable to participate in any other organized program due to his or her developmental disability. Players must be free from any physical or medical condition that could cause them to do harm to themselves or to other participants during participation.

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Santander and New England Revolution Team Up to Honor Community Organizations

Santander Bank rewards East Providence non-profit organization through inaugural ‘Santander Community Revolutionaries Contest’

In celebration of their ongoing support of communities across New England, Santander Bank and the New England Revolution today announced three deserving winners in the inaugural Santander Community Revolutionaries contest including Project GOAL of East Providence, RI, the winners were nominated by fans and selected based on their revolutionary contributions to the New England community.

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IN MEMORIAM Joaquim Gomes Viana, 73, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018, a victim of a stroke while on vacation in his beloved homeland, Portugal.

Mark W. Urban, 63, passed away September 19, 2018.

Frank Serio 86, of Robin Hood Dr., Riverside passed away on Wednesday September 19 at Evergreen House Health Center.

Geraldine G. (Almeida) Dolan 70, of Riverside, died September 23, 2018 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital Boston.

Scott Andrews, 51, of Riverside passed away suddenly in the early morning hours of September 25.

Maryann H. Callahan-Rowan, 77, of Rumford, passed away on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 after a long battle with cancer.

Mary Lou Aniceto, 63, of Plymouth Road, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018 in Leiria, Portugal.

Ida “LaLa” Lopez 87, of Rumford Towers South, Rumford R.I. died Thursday, September 27, 2018 at Orchard View Manor in East Providence.

Mary Anne Cook, 81, of Rumford, passed away Friday September 28, 2018 at the Miriam Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Rita A. Pratt, 70, of Rumford, died at home on September 29 from pancreatic cancer.

William C. “Bill” Colvin, 60, of Rumford passed away on Monday, October 1, 2018 at Miriam Hospital.

Louise F. Rice, 96, of Rumford passed into eternal life on October 1, 2018.

Virginia “Ginny” (McElroy) Rogers passed away on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.

Frances A. Dourado, 86, of East Providence, passed away on Tuesday, October 2, 2018.

Cornelius A. “Tony” Donato, 92, passed away at his beloved home on Friday, October 5, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.

Louise J. Elderkin-Couture (Coelho), 93, of Pawtucket Avenue, Riverside, passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2018 surrounded by her loving family at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence.

Karen (Feeney) Ballou, 59, formerly of Riverside died peacefully on October 6, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

Vincent E. Bouthillier, 86, passed away peacefully and went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Antone “Tony” Moniz, age 88, of Juniper St., East Providence, died October 7, 2018 at the Miriam Hospital with his loving wife by his side.

Edwin Joseph Souza, Jr. It is with great sadness that Edwin J. Souza, Jr., known to his friends as “Fast Eddie” passed away on October 9, 2018, at the age of 66, with his loving family by his side.

Gloria F. Barnes, 95, died Wednesday, October 9th at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence.

Jose S. Cordeiro, 89, passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2018 at Miriam Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Joseph L., Ianiere, 95, formerly of Indian Road, Riverside, died peacefully on October 11, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.

Barbara M. Casala, 85, of Goldsmith Avenue, died peacefully on October 12, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

Pauline L. (Guillemette) Dugas, 90, passed away after a brief illness on Friday, October 12, 2018 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence.

William “Bill” M. Tripp, 87, passed away on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence.

Rita G. Simas, 79, of John St., East Providence, passed away Wednesday night, October 17, 2018 with her family at her side at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.

George A. Castro, 81, of East Providence, RI passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 17, 2018.

Fae Best Carletti of Rumford passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2018, at the age of 76.

Harold Maciel, age 91, of Ferncrest Drive, East Providence, died October 18, 2018 at the RI Veteran’s Home in Bristol.

Agnes Eloise Enos 89, passed away on October 18, 2018 at Hattie Ide Chaffee Home in East Providence, Rhode Island.

Carol J. Bush, 76, was born on February 1, 1942, Carol entered into eternal rest on October 19, 2018.

Jean Silvia,72, of East Providence, passed away Monday, October 22, 2018.

Frank G. Peixoto, 87, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at Rhode Island Hospital.

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New Teen Community Service Opportunity!

Legos at the Library @ Riverside

Teen Intercultural Conversation Night @ Weaver

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This new event is open to East Providence Teens in grades 9-12.

Earn community service hours by engaging in English conversation with English language learners ages 14-19. There will be activities and conversation starters to facilitate a fun learning experience for all participants!

Build with our huge Lego collection every Wednesday in November. Bring your imagination and engineering skills. We will display your creations each week in the library. For all ages.

Tuesday, Nov 13, 3:30-4:30

Local henna artist, Sudiksha Mallick, will teach students how to create and apply their own henna design. Participants will each get their own henna cone to practice at home. For kids in grades 2-5. Registration required – Call 401-434-2453.

Weekly Storytimes - through November 30th

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 mos @ Weaver Thurs, 10:30am, ages 3 – 6 @ Weaver

Rock Painting @Riverside Sat, Nov 17, 10:30-12:00

All supplies are provided to paint a rock for the “Riverside Rocks” project. Painted rocks are being hidden all over the city to spread kindness and smiles. All ages are welcome. Take your rock with you for future hiding.

Robotics For Kids @Weaver

Tues, Nov 20 & 27, Dec 4, 3:30-4:30

Meet the library’s robots! Use a picture-based coding language to create detailed behavior for our Dash robots. Work together to explore the robots’ lights, sounds, sensors, and movements.

We’ll even teach Dash to launch some balls and play a song on a xylophone. For kids in grades 2-4. Registration required – Call 401-434-2453.

Sit Stay Read @Weaver

Monday, November 26, 5:30-7:30 Read to Daniel the Cockerspaniel

Reading aloud to therapy dogs can help children who struggle with reading. Danny will wear his Halloween costume on October 29th, and kids are encouraged to wear one too. Call 435-2453 to schedule a 15 minute session.

Tuesday, Nov. 20, 6:30-7:30pm

Teen Community Service Night @ Weaver Tuesday, Nov. 27, 5:30-7:30pm

This monthly event will allow East Providence teens in grades 9-12 to earn community service hours for meeting with the Teen Librarian to discuss which programs/materials/services you would like to see provided by the library. We may also work on other service activities. Snacks will be provided!

Additional Community Service Opportunities for East Providence students to earn community service time for high school or other organization-related requirements: Saturday, 11/24 Thursday, 11/29

@ Weaver

2:30-4:30pm 2:30-4:30pm

@ Riverside

Friday, 11/16 2:30-4:30pm Saturday, 11/17 1:00-3:00pm Monday, 11/19 5:30-7:30pm

Ongoing Programs - Children & Teens 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?

Teen Programs

Check out our website to interact with a live tutor. TUTOR. COM 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. TUTOR.COM tutors are available every day from 2:00pm-10:00pm with an East Providence library card.

Write Rhode Island Short Story Writing Workshop @ Weaver

Events at Fuller Creative Learning Center

(For ages 10+ unless otherwise noted.)

Saturday, Nov. 10, 1pm

This workshop is open to kids and teens in grades 7-12. Space is limited. Call 401-434-2453 to register!

Rock Painting @ Riverside

Sat, Nov 17, 10:30am – 12:00pm.

Paint rocks and hide them to spread kindness and bring a smile to someone’s face. All supplies will be provided. Free and open to all ages. No registration required.

The Fuller Creative Learning Center continues its schedule of programs and workshops. The schedule for November includes:

Adults/Young Adults

• Drop-in Sewing - Fri, Nov 2nd -30th 1:00-4:00pm • Itinerary Building - Thurs, Nov 8th 6:30-7:30pm • Knitting Class - Tues, Nov 13th - Dec 4th 6:30-7:30pm • Food Truck Spotlight with Friskie Fries - Thurs, Nov 15th 6:307:30pm • Make Your Own Condiments - Thurs, Nov 29th 6:30-7:30pm

November 2018 The Reporter WEAVER MEMORIAL LIBRARY 41 Grove Avenue, 401-434-2453

RIVERSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY 475 Bullocks Point Ave, 401-433-4877

Children/Teenagers

• Teen Blogging Series - Thurs, Oct 18th - Nov 8th 3:30-4:30pm • All Things Fall - Fri, Nov 2nd - 16th 10:30am-12:00pm • Yarn Crafts & Art - Wed, Nov 7th - November 28th 3:30-4:30pm • Painting for Kids - Mon, Nov 19th - Dec 10th 3:30-4:30pm • Cartooning Class - Thurs, Nov 29th - Dec 13th 6:00-7:00pm

All Ages

• Tech Time - WiFi, 3D printer, and recording studio (by appointment) • Halloween Candy Overload - Thurs, Nov 1st 6:00-7:30pm • Drop-in Gift Wrapping - Fri, Nov 23rd 10am-3pm More information on these events can be found on the East Providence Library website or our Facebook page. You may also contact the Fuller Creative Center at fullercreativelearning@gmail. com or call 401-228-3903 for more information or to register.

As an extension of the East Providence Public Library, the Fuller Creative Learning Center focuses on hands-on learning programs and workshops for all ages. Join us at the Center located on 260 Dover Avenue, East Providence, RI for one of these beneficial experiences!

For more information contact Ryan McCauley at rmccauley@ eplib.org

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to identify the signs of drug misuse and abuse. Parents will learn tips and tools to effectively communicate the risks of prescription drugs to their children.

World War I through the Letters of a Riverside Resident Mon, Nov 26, 2018 7pm

Shawn Pease, author of Shadowboxing the Apocalypse – the WW1 Correspondence of Dr. Theo Hascall, 103rd F.A. 26thYankee Division, offers an unparalleled glimpse of a local family and their struggles through the Great War. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Sponsored by the East Providence Historical Society and the library.

One Choice Changes Everything: A Teen Community Service Program Tues, Nov 27, 2018 6PM

CVS Health’s Pharmacists Teach program leads an interactive program for teens to raise awareness about the dangers and consequences of prescription drug misuse and abuse. A powerful video dispels the widely held belief that prescription drugs are safer than street drugs and reinforces the fact that choices teenagers make can have major consequences on their lives.

Weaver Library programs are free and open to all. No registration necessary unless otherwise noted.

Four Legs to Stand On: A Play about the Overdose Epidemic Mon, Nov 5, 2018 7pm - 8:30pm

The East Providence Public Library and the East Providence Prevention Coalition are proud to present Four Legs to Stand On, a powerful play written by Ana Bess Moyer Bell that brings addiction awareness to the mainstream and inspires a community conversation about the national and local overdose epidemic. Made possible by a Community Overdose Engagement (CODE) grant, the play examines how addiction not only affects the person suffering from the disease, but also the family and community. A talk back and Q & A session will follow the performance. Representatives from several RI organizations focused on mental health and addiction recovery will be available before and after the show with information and additional resources. Free and open to all. No registration required. Questions? Call the library at 401-434-2453.

First Wednesday Book Club Wed, Nov 7, 2018 10:30am

Join the discussion of Trevor Noah’s Born A Crime. Copies of the book are available at Weaver Library.

Second Tuesday Book Club

Tues, Nov 13, 2018 2pm or 7pm

Join the discussion of Ayelet Gundar-Goshen’s Waking Lions.

Copies of the book are available at Weaver Library.

Great Books Discussion Group Thurs, Nov 15, 2018 12:30pm

Dr. Geoff Berg and a group of men and women discuss Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery.” Contact Joyce at 401-434-2453 to register and for a copy of the reading and discussion question.

Prescription for Parents: An Interactive Program about Opioid Abuse Mon, Nov 19, 2018 7PM

Prescription for Parents, led by CVS Health’s Pharmacists Teach program, offers parents and caregivers information and a moving video segment about commonly abused drugs, and how

Write Rhode Island Returns to East Providence!

School One and Goat Hill’s Write Rhode Island short fiction competition will host free creative writing workshops at local libraries and schools to help get students’ creative juices flowing and spur fiction entries October marked the kick-off of School One and Goat Hill’s Write Rhode Island short fiction competition for Rhode Island students.

Write Rhode Island promotes and celebrates student creativity and writing.

In November, Introduction to Fiction Class will be offered at the Weaver Library (East Providence) on Saturday, November 10th, from 1-3:00p.m. This class is designed for teens in grades 7-12 and includes an introduction to creative writing, examples of short fiction and feedback on their work. Maryann Ullman, writer, School One faculty and creative writing instructor, will lead the class at the Weaver Library. To sign up, contact lperry@eplib.org.

The Write Rhode Island competition is open to all public, private, parochial or home-school students throughout the Ocean State.

The deadline to submit a piece is Sunday, December 9, 2018, and additional information and full competition guidelines can be found at www.school-one.org. Winners will be announced in Spring 2019. Winners will receive a cash prize, get their work published or exhibited and participate in a statewide reading.

“Write Rhode Island guidelines for submission are simple, it must be a work of fiction by a RI student in grades 7-12 and incorporate Rhode Island in some way. This year we’ve designed visual prompts based on Rhode Island landmarks and unique places to help students explore Rhode Island,” said Diana Champa, Literary Arts and Outreach Director at School One. For more information, including a full list of available workshops, visit www.school-one.org or contact Diana Champa at (401) 3312497 and dianac@school-one.org.

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Aldersbridge Communities Launches Elder Wish Granting Program for Its Residents ElderVentures presents woman with replica of her 1940s engagement ring.

Making Dreams Come True: Aldersbridge Communities CEO Richard Gamache granted Winslow Gardens resident Emmalou Kirchmeier’s wish for a replica of her 1940s engagement ring. The wish was the first one granted by Aldersbridge’s ElderVentures program, a new initiative of the nonprofit provider of long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted and independent living services for seniors with locations throughout Rhode Island.

Pictured from left: Executive Assistant Mary Montanaro; MRT Jewelers employee John Musial (a Pawtucket resident); Winslow Gardens resident Emmalou Kirchmeier; CEO Richard Gamache; Director of Development Elise Strom; and Director of Finance Daniel Quinn.

It was November 1942 when 18 year-old Emmalou Handford married her neighborhood sweetheart, Otto Kirchmeier, while he was on leave as Army gunnery chief stationed in Panama. There was no time for a long engagement and the young couple’s family gathered quickly to see them wed.

On their second wedding anniversary, Otto, who was on duty thousands of miles away, arranged for his sister to purchase an engagement ring for his wife. He chose her birthstone, an amethyst with a unique emerald cut. She wore it every day for the next 58 years until he died.

The ring accompanied many happy decades together with Otto: throughout their careers (she a Methodist minister, chaplain, newspaper bureau chief, and author and he a land surveyor), raising seven children, running a two-acre gentleman’s farm on Long Island, and putting the kids through college.

It wasn’t soon after Otto passed away in 2002 that her ring setting became loose and the stone chipped when it fell onto a glass counter. In a selfless act, she sold the setting and cashed in all of her jewelry so her eldest son, John, a helicopter pilot chaplain and his wife, a nurse, could spend five years ministering in Kenya.

“I was determined to find the money for them to go,” recalls Emmalou without regret.

In Spring of 2018, Emmalou relocated to Aldersbridge Communities’ Winslow Gardens independent living in East Providence.

She liked the proximity to one of her daughters who lives in the Ocean State, and enjoyed the opportunity to provide chaplain services to her fellow residents.

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One day, she bought a rose cut lavender costume jewelry ring for $8 that was for sale in the lobby. “I tried to recreate my engagement ring as best I could on my limited budget,” she notes, “but it didn’t come close to what my husband had given me. Of course, his love was attached to it.”

Last month, Emmalou was asked by Aldersbridge Communities CEO Richard Gamache to participate in its new ElderVentures program, a wish-granting initiative for its residents funded entirely on donations. “I knew right away that my wish was to get the ring made,” she said, without hesitation.

MRT Jewelers in East Providence worked with Emmalou to recreate the ring. She selected the stone size and verbalized every detail of its unique setting from memory. At an informal ceremony held recently in the Winslow Gardens library, she was presented with a 6-carat, high-quality emerald cut amethyst set in a four-prong setting on a 14K yellow gold band.

“It’s a dream come true for me,” an ebullient Emmalou stated, after an initial moment of speechlessness. “I never saw this happening and thought it’d be selfish of me. Until this opportunity, I never thought of satisfying my own need, and didn’t even realize how much I had a need. It’s absolutely amazing,” she said with emotion as she admired her newly adorned left finger. “I’m never going to stop looking at it. I keep seeing Otto in it.”

A nonprofit organization, Aldersbridge Communities raised $13,000 at its annual gala in June to help fund the launch of ElderVentures. Aldersbridge has since granted Emmalou’s and another resident’s wish to attend a rock concert at Fenway Park with his children. A third wish is in the works to send a resident to Upstate New York to visit her brother and sister-in-law.

“Imagine having the power to make someone’s dream come true,” Mr. Gamache states. “ElderVentures enables us to do just that. It’s life-changing, heartwarming and, at the same time, extremely rewarding on many levels. It is our hope to grant as many wishes as we can, as often as we can.”

At this time, the ElderVentures program is only open to residents who live at one of the four Aldersbridge Communities throughout Rhode Island: Linn Health & Rehabilitation (East Providence), Winslow Gardens assisted and independent living (East Providence), Arbor Hill assisted living (Providence), and St. Germain assisted living (Woonsocket). Residents or their families can make wishes known to the administrators of these communities, for consideration by a Steering Committee appointed to grant approvals.

“This program makes us unique in bringing it to our residents, as our focus is for each of them to live with purpose,” explains Elise Strom, director of development, public affairs and philanthropy at Aldersbridge Communities. “Their wish can be something to benefit where they live, to experience something of a lifetime, or fulfill a need they’ve been longing for. Together with the generosity of our donors, we can make their dreams possible.”

For more information on Aldersbridge Communities’ ElderVentures program, contact Director of Development Elise Strom at (401) 438-4456 ext. 136 or email estrom@umeldercareri.org.

A member of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Aldersbridge Communities (formerly United Methodist Elder Care) was founded in 1971 to provide communities where older persons over the age of 62 live in comfort, dignity, and with purpose. Winslow Gardens (assisted and independent living), Linn Health & Rehabilitation (skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care), Arbor Hill Assisted Living, and St. Germain Assisted Living provide each resident with the living environment and level of care that best suits their individual needs. Main Office: 40 Irving Ave, East Providence, RI, 02914; 401-438-4456; www.Aldersbridge.org.

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East Bay Foster Grandparent Program

The East Bay Foster Grandparent Program is actively recruiting community members 55 years of age or older to serve as volunteer Foster Grandparents in their communities. The heart of the program is the one-on-one daily attention that FGP’s provide. This special relationship helps young people grow, gain confidence and become more productive caring members of society. Foster Grandparents assist in schools, Head Start sites, YMCAs and local libraries throughout the East Bay. Foster Grandparents receive a tax free stipend which will not affect any federal, state or local benefit or entitlement. Tax free stipend amounts range from $210.00 - $420.00 per month. Foster Grandparents also receive a transportation allowance, meals during service, paid holidays and accident and liability insurance while serving. The mission of the program is to support positive outcomes for children by providing volunteer opportunities to income eligible individuals. Together we can build a stronger generation of children and a better community for ourselves and our neighbors. For more information please call: Diane Palmer, Program Coordinator, East Bay Foster Grandparent Program, 401-435-7876

East Bay Foster Grandparent Program Upcoming Workshops

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) Office of Volunteer Services will be hosting nationally recognized health education evidence based workshops throughout the East Bay area.

A Matter of Balance is a series of workshops designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercises to increase strength, flexibility and balance.

Healthy Eating for Successful Living in Older Adults is a program for older adults who want to learn more about nutrition and how lifestyle changes can promote better health.

To learn more about No Fee workshop opportunities in your community please call EBCAP Office of Volunteer Services at 435-7876.

Pack 4 Riverside News

The scouts from pack for Riverside spent the weekend camping at Yahoo!

Scouts hiked, worked on advancement belt loops, carved pumpkins, played glow in the dark bowling and even spoke to Scouts in other countries!

Check out these great photos of the pack having a blast!

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Dining Guide Townie Pride Café Fall Menu

Soups: Cup: $3 Bowl: $4

Apple Butternut Squash Bisque*** Creamy fall soup with butternut squash & crisp apples in a rich vegetable stock, garnished with cinnamon sour cream and toasted pumpkin seeds Chicken Tortilla Soup** Spicy Mexican chicken vegetable soup with black beans, cilantro & chili peppers garnished with crispy corn tortillas

Salad

Choice of dressings: Catalina, Ranch, Orange & Apricot Vinaigrette Add chicken to any salad for $2 Add Chicken Salad or Buffalo Chicken Salad for $2 Townie House Salad*** - $3 Mixed greens, tomato wedges, sliced cucumber, shredded carrot, roasted red peppers, and crispy croutons and you choice of dressing Fall Harvest Salad*** - $4 Mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, pomegranate, goat cheese with a balsamic vinaigrette Crispy Chicken Salad - $5 Crispy chicken breast served over mixed greens with diced tomato, cucumber, red onions and a cheddar cheese blend served with honey mustard

You Pick Two - $5

Your choice of ½ Salad, ½ Sandwich, Quiche, or Cup of Soup. Quiche of the day, please ask your server.

Sandwiches

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich - $5 Crispy breaded chicken breast topped with our homemade red wine marinara and mozzarella cheese Chicken Salad or Buffalo Chicken Salad Wrap - $5 Your choice of traditional or buffalo chicken salad, with lettuce, diced tomatoes & your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing

Entrees

Your choice of side Shepherd’s Pie - $5 Tender ground beef with peas & corn in a rich gravy topped with our house-made mashed potatoes and crispy onions Baked Mac and Cheese*- $5 Rich creamy blend of three cheeses topped with toasted Japanese breadcrumbs

Sides

Sweet Potato/Regular Fries**- $1 Hand cut & cooked crispy fresh to order!

Fall Vegetable Medley** - $2 Herb roasted seasonal vegetables

Desserts

All Desserts are $3 Pumpkin Cannoli Creamy pumpkin filling in a crispy cannoli shell Coconut Macaroons** Traditional flourless, soft baked coconut cookies

Served with your choice of sweet potato, traditional fries, or vegetable and a housemade pickle

Apple Crisp Tender apple slices in a sweet cinnamon sauce topped with a brown sugar, oatmeal crumble and a dollop of whipped cream

Harvest Turkey Sandwich - $5 A light turkey sandwich made with orange & apricot vinaigrette and dried cranberries topped with swiss cheese and mixed greens. Add Maple Pepper Bacon -$1

Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. *Vegetarian Option

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Going Out? Staying In? Find Good Food Right Here.

Another Great Reason to Love the Word Townies

For the residents of East Providence Joanna Koutsoukos is bringing a whole new meaning to the word “Townies” and that’s “Feel Good Food”. She recently just opened the new restaurant on 324 Waterman Avenue baring the same famous red and white colors from our favorite Ep sports teams.

Joanna is the daughter of Mary and George Koutsoukos and if their names sounds vaguely familiar then it’s because you might know them as the original owners of a famous restaurant that started in that same exact location in 1976, SAX’s. Back then it was open from 11am to 3am and was famous for providing tasty food to the late night crowds. “The lines would be out the door when the clubs let out from Providence”, Joanna stated. Mary also recalled the crowds that would pour in especially from Bovi’s night club which was located right down the street.

With the opening of Townies the Koutsoukos want to bring back those same recipes and amazing flavors people came to know and love with a little twist. You see for 10 years Joanna and her parents also ran a restaurant in Greece... So you will still see your favorite ribs, pizza and steak sandwiches on the menu, but in addition you’ll now be able to try some amazing Greek dishes as well as their mouthwatering gyros!

When asked how she is going to make Townies not only different from the other great local restaurants in East Providence but live up to its name Joanna replied, “We want to make people happy with every meal they eat. And we also want to get out in the community and give back. We hope for people to see us in the near future at different community events”. And what’s more Townie then that?

So if you are driving down Waterman Avenue and are looking for a new place to eat with a nostalgic taste, then stop in to Townies and grab a steak sandwich or a gyro. You might even see Mary and George helping out behind the counter.

Serving Greek Cuisine, Specialty Pizza, Hot Grinders, Steak Sandwiches BBQ Ribs and much more!

324 Waterman Ave. East Providence, RI 02914 401-473-0011

*Every Wednesday 3 Course Pre-Fixe dinner $19.99 (dinner & pub menu also available) Joanna Koutsoukos with her parents, Mary and George Koutsoukos.

*Every Thursday – Certified Angus Prime Rib Dinner $24.99 (dinner & pub menu also available)

*Every Sunday – ala carte brunch 10 to 3pm

*Live Music Every Friday & Saturday Kitchen hours: Wed-Sat 4:30 – 10pm, Sunday brunch 10am – 3pm

Townies is located at 324 Waterman Avenue.

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"Giving Thanks to All Our Loyal Family and Friends" How do you say ‘thank you’ for sunshine or health…for clear days or gentle rains…for happiness, joy or love? You say it by sharing what you have. You say it by making the world a better place in which to live. (Thomas D. Whillhite) Hattie Ide Chaffee Home : * Short-Term Individualized Rehabilitation Programs * Home-like Environment * Non-Profit * Remodeled Private Bedrooms and Bathrooms * New Whirlpool/Spa * Free Wireless Internet * Free Cable TV * Highest Nursing Staff to Resident Ratio in the Area * Family Atmosphere * HIC Own Therapy Program * Rehab Specialty * RI Foundation Award 2017 Remember Hattie Ide Chaffee Home for your Short-Term Recovery Needs: * Knee or Hip Surgery * Syncope or Falls * Stroke Recovery * General Surgery * Cardiac Recovery

Hattie Ide Chaffee had 87% of our short term residents discharge successfully back to their own home within 17 days!

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610 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914 Phone 435-7800 Dining Room Ext. 2 Fax 435-7803

Ageless Grace

Goodwill Donation Box

The program consists of 21 simple exercise Tools designed for all ages and abilities.These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the healthy longevity of the body and mind.

Goodwill Industries of Rhode Island has requested that we place an indoor donation bin for clothing that can be used by their clients and job seekers. The mission of the Agency is to provide job training for Rhode Island youth and adults with disabilities and other barriers to employment. Please feel free to donate all types of clothing that would be appropriate for their job seekers to wear for interviews: Blouses, Shirts, Pants, Dresses, Skirts, Socks, Shoes, Belts, and Purses etc.

2nd & 4th Monday 10:00am $3

Nia

Tuesday 11:00am $3

A safer and holistic approach to working out. Nia empowers to reconnect with themselves as they improve their health. Nia implements martial arts, dance and body intergraded movements using a wide variety of music.

Tai Ji Quan

Tuesday & Thursday 1:00pm - Free

Moving for Better Balance. A program that uses the principles and movements of Tai Chi in helping older adults improve their balance and increase their confidence in doing everyday activities.

Open Enrollment for Medicare

Annual Open Enrollment for Medicare recipients is October 15th through December 7th. This is the only time of year most Medicare recipients can change their health insurance and prescription plans.

Take advantage during this limited time and review your plan at our annual Open Enrollment. Please call the Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) @ 435-7876 for an appointment!

Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI

Mike Foster from Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI will be available Tuesday Nov 13th at 10:00am to Noon with information regarding 2019 BlueChip for Medicare plans.

Unitedhealthcare

Patricia Spooner from Unitedhealthcare will be available Tuesday Nov. 27th at 10:30am to Noon in the center’s lobby with information regarding 2019 Unitedhealhtcare’s Medicare plans. This is a great opportunity to inquire about your particular insurance needs from both insurers.Information will be available to take home!

10 Week Club

Each week will be a drawing for $25. On December 19th three grand prizes will be drawn. $10 per ticket

The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence Tuesday, November 20th

A premier Rhode Island assisted living residence, Tamarisk is a place to connect to tradition, experience new adventures and make friends. Nestled in tranquil gardens, we are a close-knit community with a home-like ambience that greets you with smiles and friendly faces. Our complement of services includes traditional assisted living, “Renaissance” memory support program, “Celebrations” adult day services and respite care. Tamarisk will provide more information and answering all of your questions. Food and beverages will be provided. Don’t miss out!

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Ballroom Dance Lessons Mondays 2pm to 4pm

Learn the Tango, Swing, Foxtrot, Rumba, Waltz, West Coast Swing. No partner necessary. Beginners are welcome. For more information call (401) 434-0080 or the center at (401) 435-7800

The Greening of East Providence December 3, 2018

Class#1: 9:00-11:00 am Class#2: 1:00-3:00 pm Create your own fresh Holiday Centerpiece for a cost of $10.

We will be making a live centerpiece that will bring the smell of fresh greens into your home Class size is limited so sign up in the continued on next page...

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administration office ASAP! All live greens, containers and other materials will be provided.Please bring: a pair of garden clippers and one candle stick holder.

Flu Shots

Protect yourself, your family and community by getting a flu vaccination as soon as possible. Our Nurse is giving flu shots as influenza vaccine is now available to those who are eligible in the Health Office.

Appointments can be made by calling; 401-435-7800 ext. 7. Flu vaccinations* are provided at no cost to you if you are 18 years or older and live or work in Rhode Island.

Please bring your ID, insurance cards and call for an appointment or if you have any questions; 401-435-7800 ext. 7. *You must be a Rhode Island Resident or work in R.I and receive your health insurance from your employer.

Join us for Lunch Monday—Friday

We invite you to join us for lunch, served Monday through Friday at 11:45. Catch up with old friends and meet new ones.A suggested donation is $3 For more information call Cindy at 401.435.7800 Ext 2.

Walking Club

Mon & Wed @ 9:00 am

Take out your comfortable shoes and meet us in the lobby. We will begin at 9:00 am and use the trails surrounding the Senior Center. Walk as much or as little as you wish to do. No Cost! Enjoy the nice weather on our walking track

Computer/iPad Assistance

Monday, Nov. 26th 2pm to 4pm

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

Looking For Information

Living Will ~ Assisted Living Facilities ~ Housing Options ~ Home Care Agencies ~ Nursing Homes ~ Adult Day Care ~ Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care.

Contact Elder Resource Specialist Ellen Frazier in the Administration Office

Dietician

Registered Dietician, Ann Marie Sabula is available for appointments in the health office. She will counsel you in private about your personal needs and insurance covers these visits. She are also certified diabetes educators. To schedule a visit, stop by the health office or call us at 435-7800 Ext. 1.

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.

Support Groups

Stroke Club - 1:30pm - 3:00

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

In-Sight Support-12:45pm - 3:00pm

In-Sight offers programs and support in productive living for the visually impaired.

Meets the 3rd Friday of every month.

Caregiver’s Support - 10:30am

This support group is held the third Monday each month. The sessions offer support and sharing for those who are caring for others.

Diabetes Support - 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Open meeting held monthly for people with diabetes to meet for mutual support.

The group meets the fourth Thursday of each month.

Clinical Lab

Wednesday, 8:30-11:30am

Eastside clinical lab draws blood work the first Wednesday of the month. No preregistration, just come in with your lab slip

Reminisce Group

Anyone interested in participating in a Reminisce Group? Wouldn’t it be nice do just sit and talk about the old days. It is nostalgic to look back and see all the changes over one’s life time. Let’s get a group together and start reminiscing.

Blood Pressure Clinics - 10:30am

• Nov. 2nd: Orchard View Manor • Nov. 14th: Pawt Skilled & Rehab • Nov. 15th: Evergreen Health Center • Nov. 19th: Elderwood in Riverside • Nov. 27th: Hattie Ide Chaffee Home

Afternoon Coffee 2pm –3pm

Sponsored by Brookdale East Bay Senior Living 1440 Wampanoag Trail

Gift Shop Open 9am-1pm

Donations Wanted:The center’s gladly accepts gently used or new items for the gift shop, including: jewelry, handbags, small accessories, small household items, knitted baby/children goods. All donations should be brought to the Administration Office.

Weekly/Monthly Programs Monday

9:00am Intermediate Yoga 9:00am Walking Group 10:00am Ageless Grace (2nd&4th) 10:30am Beginners Yoga 10:30am Caregivers Support(3rd Mon) 12:00pm Chair Yoga 1:00pm Pokeno 2:00pm Ballroom Dancing 6:00pm Fit Mix

Tuesday

9:30am Bocce (weather permit) 9:40am Aerobics Exercise 9:30am Watercolor Class 11:00am Nia 12:30pm Watercolor Class 1:00pm Tai Ji Quan 1:25pm BINGO

Wednesday

7:00am Intermediate Yoga 8:30am East Side Lab(1st Wed) 8:30am Scrabble 9:00am Blended Yoga 9:00am Walking Group 10:45am Chair Exercise 1:00am Cribbage 1:30pm Stroke Club(1st Wed)

Thursday

9:40am Aerobics Exercise 12:00pm MahJongg 12:30pm Bridge 1:00pm Tai Ji Quan 1:00pm Craft Class 1:00pm Diabetes Support(4th Thur) 6:00pm Yoga

Friday

8:00am Blended Yoga 9:00am Billiard League 9:00am Scrabble 10:00am Mah Jongg 10:30am Fitness Advisor 10:45am Chair Exercise 11:00am Meditation Class 12:45pm In-Sight Support(3rd Fri) 1:20pm Hi Lo Jack League 8am-4pm 9am-1pm 9am-3pm 8am-4pm 9am-11am 11:45am 2:00pm

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CLASSIFIEDS

1 To 15 Words: $10 ~ 16 To 30 Words: $15 Additional Words: $.25 each

WANTED

BUSINESS CLASSIFIED RATES $35 FOR 30 WORDS

Classified Deadline: 25th of the Month

FOR RENT

CAR WANTED: 89 Year Old Veteran looking for an old car in good condition, please donate. Willing to pay. Call Anthony at 401-438-3923 in the afternoon.

For rent - 4 bedroom house, 1 full bath, fenced in yard, oil heat, utilities tenants responsibility, stove & frig, washer & dryer,$1800.00 Per month, 401-215-4459.

Christmas decorations wanted. Please donate. Call Debbie at 401-632-3602.

House Rental 65 Beverly Rd, Riverside.

Cape Style home, 2 or 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, fenced yard, 1 car garage located in the Waddington school district. Near shopping and Route 114. $1570 Call Gem or Terry 401-440-1399.

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 .

I buy Old cars, Motorcycle, Bicycles, Scooter and other wheeled vehicle and parts. One piece or a collection. Thank you Joe in Rehoboth 508 558 5129.

CASH for Diabetic Test Strips. WE BUY Diabetic Test Strips for CASH. Unopened, Unused & Unexpired. We get them to people with little or no insurance. TOP CASH paid. FREE local pick-up. I love M. Call Ron @ 508-642-6565.

HELP WANTED

Hiring now. Help wanted: Flexible hours available now and through to Thanksgiving.

Please call Belwing Turkey Farm 1-508-3369142 to apply.

Handyman needed to repair and paint my pigeon loft, call Carol at 508-252-6338.

Awakened Path Books, LLC call for indie authors: Supporting nonfiction and fiction indie authors who write about all things metaphysical. awakenedpathbooks.com.

FOR SALE

Buick LeSabre 2002 One owner, sedan.

Tan Dependable. 6-cyl. Runs great! Well maintained. Auto. Power windows. 140k miles $1,600 or b.o. call 401.829.0797 SEASONED FIREWOOD. Cut, split & delivered. $220 per cord. 508-252-4548.

FOR SALE: 7 ft. leather power sofa recliner with matching leather power recliner, 4 years old, hardly used. $850 Call 774-565-8161.

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HALL RENTALS

BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW! Riverside Sportsman Assoc. Mohawk Drive off Wampanoag Trail. For all occasions: Holiday Parties, Birthday, Family Reunions, and Club/Organization Meetings. Cash Bar. Monthly Steak Fries, 30-day Raffle – benefits RSA, multiple winners...$5 per ticket. Call Arthur 401-831-0561 or 401-433-0209 for more information.

VACATION RENTALS

SKI HOUSE WHITE MOUNTAINS NH/ FRANCONIA: Custom log cabin home in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, located on Pearl Lake Rd. Minutes from Cannon Mt., Loon, and Brenton Woods. Booking now for winter - snowmobiling trails right out of our driveway! Sleeps 6, fireplace, full kitchen.

Weekly $700 and weekends $275. For info and pics call Joe at 401-439-8089.

CLASSES / LESSONS

PIANO LESSONS: Taught in my home, both classical and popular to persons of all ages. Anita Russo, 8 Terrybrooke Road, Rehoboth 508-252-4208.

PIANO LESSONS: ALL AGES. South Seekonk. Half hour sessions $15. Thirtyfive years teaching experience. Beverly Rathbun, 481 County Street, Seekonk MA. 508-336-0799.

GENERAL SERVICES

An energetic, hardworking, experienced handyman available for seasonal yard work, snow plowing, and all kinds of odd jobs.

Licensed commercial & residential. Call Fernando at 508-336-4466.

Housecleaning. Is your home in need of a deep cleaning? Whether you need a one-time cleaning, or regular cleanings. Yrs of experience. We even include inside oven and fridge w/our service. Call Gil for details 508-840-6611.

BIG BLUE REMOVAL SERVICE: Attic, Cellar, Total House. We take everything!

Furniture, Brush, Appliances, Yard Waste, Construction Debris, Trash…Demolition of Fences, Sheds, Decks, Pools. Let us do the work. Free Estimates. Call Tony 508-2261295; www.BigBlueRemoval.com.

Classifieds are a whole lot easier!

Visit our website, post your classifed for PRINT & ONLINE and pay with your credit card. www.

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MIKE’S Truck & Trailer Repair, Inc Full Service Truck and Auto Center

Medium/Heavy Truck & RV Services federal dot & Ri State inspections

TRuck Computer diagnostic Specialist! *All Makes Engine Repairs *Fuel Pumps *Brake Work *Electrical Repair *Injectors

*Oil Changes *Trailer Repair *Turbo *Lift Gate Problems *Welding Fabrication

*Heavy Equipment *Front Ends *Rear Roll-Up Door Repairs *Installation *Wiring Circuits

Isuzu & After Treatment Specialist Deisel Particulate Filter System Specialist - All Makes & Models 447 York Ave, Pawtucket, RI 02861 • MikesTruckandTrailerPawt.com (401) 725-2188 • (401) 724-9405 RI# 459EA

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY Appliance Repairs Attorney Attorney Attorney Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Automotive Bank Beauty Products Camp-Basketball Candidate - East Prov.

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Chamber of Commerce Chimney Services Collectibles Country Club Craft Show Credit Union Credit Union Credit Union Dentist Dentist Dentist Dentist Dry Cleaners Engine Repair-Lawn Entertainment Events Farm - Turkeys Farm - Turkeys Florist Food/Party Store

CJS / Statewide Appliance Repair Donald E. MacManus, Attorney Elizabeth Cuzzone Warr & Warr, P.C. Fred’s Service Center, Inc Mike’s Truck & Trailer Repair New England Tire New England Tire Yankee Auto Electric Coastway Community Bank Avon - Paula Carroll One On One Basketball Camp Anna Sousa Bob DaSilva Bob Rodericks Jack Peters Jim Russo Joshua Luis Pereira Rhonda Holmes Val Lawson William Conley East Providence Chamber Kenny’s Masonry & Chimney Sweep Wexler’s Collectibles Hillside Country Club Elizabeth Collins - Christmas Community & Teachers Credit Union Navigant Credit Union NCU Financial Eager Family Dentistry Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC Romani Orthodontics Smith Family Dental Associates Nina’s Taylor & Dry Cleaner Fred’s Service Center The ChoruS of East Providence Madeira Restaurant Belwing Acres Turkey Farm Rainbow Farms P & J Florist Thomsen Foodservice

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$59.95

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401-434-1460

Fuel - Oil Fuel - Oil Fuel - Propane Funeral Home Garden Center Hair Salon Handyman Heating Service Heating Service Hospital Landscape Service Landscape Service Laundromat Mortgage Broker Nursing Home Nursing Homes Nursing Homes Orthodontics Orthodontics Paving Contractor Private School Real Estate Real Estate Real Estate Real Estate Real Estate Real Estate Real Estate Real Estate Real Estate Remodeling Restaurant Restaurant Restaurant Roofing Contractor Self Storage Spa Special Events Stove Shop Theatres - Live Trash/Junk Removal

Al’s Quality Oil Co. COD OIL Dupuis Oil Family’s Choice Cremation, Inc. Redwood Nursery Shear Image Salon Just In Time Handyman Service Azorean Oil Larry’s Heating & A.C. RIH -ACCESS Study Cutting Edge Landscaping Superior Lawn Care Bullocks Point Laundromat HomeBridge Financial Services Hattie Ide Chaffee Home Aldersbridge Communities Waterview Villa George Family Orthodontics Romani Orthodontics All Phase Asphalt Driveways St. Margaret School Denise Clegg, Realtor Joe Botelho, Realtor Mateus Realty Paiva Realty Group ReMax Rivers Edge Residential Properties - Providence The Tirrell Team TK Real Estate Brokerage Vicki Doran - Coldwell Banker Batty Construction La Collina Madeira Restaurant Townies Tabeleys Roofing Lionel Mini Storage, Inc. Cristallo Spa at Hillside CC Francis Farm Fireplace Showcase Trinity Repertory Company Big Blue Removal Service

Donald E. MacManus Attorney at Law

General Practice of Law Including: • Wills and Trusts • Real Estate • Personal Injury • Business & Commercial

Call (508)336-6440 309 Taunton Ave, Seekonk MA 02771 Licensed to practice in Massachusetts & Rhode Island

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THE EXPERIENCE MAKES THE DIFFERENCE Since 1975, Mateus Realty has been helping families like yours buy and sell their homes. Mateus Realty understands the market and the emotion that comes with buying or selling a home, whether you are a first time home buyer in need of some guidance, a growing family looking to expand, or seniors looking to downsize.

Our goal is to provide personalized service, professional advice from the beginning of the transaction, to a successful closing. Luis Mateus is personally involved in every single transaction.

A Sign of Success. A Name You Can Trust!

East Providence Raised Ranch $229,900

East Providence Raised Ranch $289,900

East Providence Raised Ranch $299,900

East Providence Raised Ranch $319,900

East Providence Ranch $319,900

Barrington Colonial $599,900

East Providence Tri-Level $299,900

Providence Colonial $189,900

Buying or Selling CALL 401-434-8399 Falamos Portugues • www.mateusrealty.net

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