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East Providence News Briefs By Bob Rodericks

City Council to Advertise for Top Job Again The East Providence City Council has, once again, slowly started a move to name a permanent City Manager. At its’ April meeting the council authorized Human Resources Director Kathleen Waterbury to again formulate a job description and then advertise for the position. Paul Lemont, a two-time former City Manager is currently serving as Acting City Manager. Paul Lemont was brought back as interim because another former manager Peter Graczykowski was fired after a short tenure as city manager. Graczykowski, hired by a prior city council in September of 2011, was never given a binding employment contract. Graczykowski was hired after another former manager, Peter Brown was not retained as the city’s chief executive. Lemont was not retained by a former city council in 2003 who refused to renew his contract at that time. After Lemont was hired as an interim leader he made it clear that he would like the job back on a permanent basis. “Yes, I would like to stay on as permanent city manager,” Lemont told the Reporter in a prior interview. Ward 2 councilman Helder Cunha, had introduced a resolution to have Graczykowski suspended and then fired after Graczykowski had raised some eyebrows with a couple of controversial decisions and became embroiled in a growing controversy between the police union and its embattled police chief at the time, Joseph Tavares. After Graczykowski was fired, Lemont was brought back to the city in November of 2013 as interim city manager. About this time the state appointed budget commission was finishing its’ work in East Providence, although a financial overseer, Paul Luber, still remains in the city. “I look forward to coming back,” said Lemont at the time. “I think I can help bring back our city. When I was here I knew where every penny was spent. I will do that again,” he stated. Lemont also dealt with the police controversy in the city and eventually brokered a deal in which Joseph Tavares left and Chris Parella was named Police Chief. “When I left in 2003, we were at an all-time high. We had been nominated for All America City status 3 times in 14 years, our Police and Fire Pension Plan was fully funded, we were on the verge of having the state see our waterfront recovery, and we had the lowest tax rate of any City in the state. There were many other accolades that put us “first” or “on top” and while the bloom has been off that rose for the past few

years, we are once again poised to regain our former status. The nightmare of running out of money or of having to have outsiders determine our destiny is over. With few restrictions, we are once again in the driver’s seat of directing our future,” Lemont told city councilors and taxpayers at a budget hearing, when he returned. Lemont has made it very clear that he thought it was a big mistake for the state to send a Budget Commission here to run the city recently. “The state screwed up. They thought having state people run a city government is the same. It’s not, they were wrong,” he added. “The quality of life was in question for our city. The Budget Commission cost of thousands of dollars in unneeded overtime costs by not filling needed police, fire and other critical positions,” Lemont continued. Since Lemont has returned to office he has filled some 16 vacancies in the fire department and 6 to 7 officers are in the police academy. “Our forces were working too long with platoon systems using overtime and they became stressed out. It’s not the right way to run a city,” said Lemont. Lemont said that the Budget Commission and others failed badly in the recent fire department construction delay. “... but I’m glad to say that we now have finished (fire station constructions) and staffing levels are almost back, and we had no tax increase,” he added. “I know this city, I have the experience. I left this city in great shape and I would like to get us back up there,” said Lemont. Paul Lemont spent almost 20 years as a top manager at the former Providence Gas Company before becoming East Providence’s City Manager. Since Lemont has returned as an interim, the city has appeared to run smoothly and he has the support of city department heads in City Hall. The long standing city deficit has been eliminated according to state watchdog, Paul Luber and needed repairs have occurred throughout the school department which had seen city school infrastructure neglected for years. However at times there have been some tense council meetings with some members pushing for the manager’s job to be advertised. Mayor Tom Rose, while lavishing praise upon Paul Lemont, initiated a move last month to have the city finally advertise and hire a permanent City Manager. “I hope he (Lemont) applies, we are pleased with him,” said Rose. In the past, Ward 2 councilman Helder Cunha has pushed for the job to be advertised widely, “so we can get the best can-

didate to run our city.” Personnel Director Waterbury responded to the council that a previous attempt to seek qualified candidates for the job failed to produce enough good candidates. Waterbury cited a low salary range for the position at that time. Waterbury will report back to the council in early May with a new salary range commensurate with top jobs elsewhere. Lemont didn’t comment last month but if his prior public comments are still holding true, he will apply for his old and current job again. continued on next page...

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The Reporter May 2015

New Synthetic Field For High School

The EP school committee gave formal approval to a semiprivatization plan with the private Bayside Football Club which will build an artificial turf field behind the high school complex. The area now contains a much used and worn all purpose field used by football, soccer and other school athletic and city groups from the city. The agreement was crafted after long deliberations on the topic. “We want to make sure that the agreement is beneficial to our students first and also to the private groups who may use the area,” said board Chairman Charles Tsonos before the meeting in April. The agreement calls for a 25 year lease which allows school teams and Bayside to share the complex. According to Tsonos, the Bayside group was concerned that they may lose their investment should the city ever decide to build a new high school on the site of the athletic fields. The agreement alleviates that concern with legal language as well as the fact that there is no talk of building a new high school in the foreseeable future. The agreement by the school committee was sent to the city council for their ratification, although Ward 2 member Joel Monteiro did not see the need for this action. “The School Committee, in an historic and unanimous vote, entered into a partnership with Bayside Football Club that will beautify our city and provide an unprecedented opportunity to our student athletes for years to come… at no cost to the taxpayer,” blogged Ward 3 committee member Nate Cahoon. “This will be a state-of-the-art turf field to be shared between the two parties. Beginning in the 2015-16 school year, and for the next two decades, our Townie soccer and lacrosse players will have access to the type of field enjoyed by students at LaSalle Academy and Brown University. And the best part is that Bayside will bear the cost of developing and maintaining the field,” added Cahoon who took a major part in supporting this arrangement. “Our City has taken its lumps in recent years: austere budgets, a construction moratorium, bad press, etc. Yet our student athletes are winning. They are studying hard, practicing hard, and bringing championships back to EP. We owe it to them to find uncommon solutions to uncommon problems. And as stewards of the taxpayer, we need to do so in a way that doesn’t break the bank,” said an excited Cahoon. The proposal received unanimous committee support.

Inducted in the RI Music Hall of Fame

Musicians with EP Ties were April inductees to the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame. Duke Belaire, George Masso, and Bob Petteruti were inducted, with several others in a ceremony at Bovi’s Tavern on Taunton Avenue, East Providence. The ceremony was held before the long standing weekly performance by the Bovi’s big band led by John Allmark. “The choice of Bovi’s was a natural choice as one of the jazz inductees, Duke Belaire, was founder of the Bovi’s band 40 years ago. Drummer Anthony “Duke” DeCubellis was certainly born to his calling. His father, Ray Belaire, led one of the top New England big bands of the Swing era and also ran The Arcadia Ballroom in downtown Providence where Duke got his start. Following in his dad’s footsteps, he adopted the Belaire stage name and organized the house band at The Celebrity Club, Rhode Island’s first integrated nightspot, backing every major star who came through the area. In 1967, he founded his own big band and secured a Monday night residency at Bovi’s Tavern in East Providence in 1969. Duke is credited with keeping the big band sound alive for the next 25 years. The orchestra, still based at Bovi’s and now under the direction of trumpeter John Allmark, is considered the longest continually running big band in the United States. Born in Providence, Belaire now resides in Cranston,” said

the group’s press release. The Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame’s 2015 inductees are: The Schemers/Raindogs/Mark Cutler (EP ties), Brenda Bennett, Nelson Eddy, George Masso, George Wein, Duke Belaire, Paco Zimmer, Georgie Porgie & The Cry Babies, The Others, The Ascots, Bob Petteruti, Marty Ballou, and Marty Richards.

Kazarian Introduces Commemorative Legislation

Rep. Katherine Kazarian, D - District 63, introduced a House resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in April. “Today has been an extremely powerful and emotional day. Despite all odds, we Armenians are here today and we are stronger than ever. I am so proud to see the colors of our flag on the Rhode Island state house because it means we haven’t forgotten who we are, it means we have just created a new Armenia...” said Kazarian after a State House program on her legislation to urge President Obama and Congress to officially recognize the genocide. Kazarian’s resolution read in part that “It is resolved that this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations hereby recognizes April 24, 2015, as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day in the State of Rhode Island. This House expresses its deepest sympathy to the Armenian-American community of Rhode Island and assures them that this genocide will always be commemorated and never forgotten.”

Former School Board Chair Millie Morris Honored

City and State Democrats honored Mildred “Millie” Morris at the local annual Democratic Spring Fling dinner party at the HGBB hall last month. “Millie was one of the city’s highest vote getters ever, never losing an election,” said event chairman Bruce Rogers. City democratic chair John Faria lauded Morris’ many volunteer efforts within East Providence. At 80, the former School Committee Chairperson continues to help many Townies and other Rhode Islanders as a volunteer for countless charities. State Representatives Gregg Amore, Helio Melo, US Congressman David Cicilline, State Treasurer Seth Magaziner, Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea current and former school board and city council members all were in attendance. School Committee chairman Charles Tsonos noted that Morris was first elected to the East Providence School Committee in 1996. “Millie served for 12 years and was named as a committee clerk, vice-chair and board Chairperson by her fellow committee members. She has been and continues to be active in several volunteer city groups. These include the Crescent Park Carousel Commission, the Friends of Townies Athletic Board, the EP High School Hall of Fame Committee – and she is also an Inductee into the Hall of Fame. She is active in the Democratic Ward 3 and City Committees as well as several other volunteer efforts to help those in need in our city, including the local Juvenile Hearing Board,” remarked Tsonos.

City Recreation Department offers Karate Classes for area Youth

The recreation department offers Karate Instruction for youth ages 6-14 on Thursdays, 6-8pm from April 2 - June 4, 2015. The 10 week session costs $50 per child. First Time Beginners attend from 6-7pm with Intermediate participants from 7- 8pm. Intermediates must have taken beginner classes at the Rec. Center. Classes are held at the Rec. Center, 100 Bullocks Point Ave. in Riverside. To register for this class or for more information call the Recreation Center @ 433-6360.

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Second Amendment Under Attack

Our second amendment rights are once again under attack by our said leaders who believe they are more qualified to run our lives than us! There are two ways to handle people when you are looking for a specific outcome. One is through reason, the other through violence. Being armed prevents the use of violence because when a person is armed, any size disparities between people are null and void. A 250lb 6’2 thug is no bigger than a woman with a gun. No car full of thugs attempting to violate a single man is more powerful if that man is armed! When a citizenry is armed all people are equal and there is more civility! Gun ownership is mandatory for a civil society. The founders obviously knew this and why we have the second amendment. The mere thought of any person denying a citizen this right is a violent predator of civility. Violence is the taking of something from a person, whether it be of a physical nature, a material thing or one’s own thoughts through coercion. Coercing people through the use of fear is a form of violence which our media takes full part in by getting daily marching orders from a few select elites that run our government, our money and our media. Government seems to need us in constant war and fear because we would never think to submit to the oppression that is being bestowed upon us through gun control laws, the TSA, and the patriot act through reason! You can’t talk people into a collective state with any sort of rational. So our leaders choose to slowly coerce us into believing rhetoric and half truths from the media and themselves about how the only way we can be safe is for them to control us more! Donna J. Wals East Providence, RI

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In an article in the April edition of the Reporter, referring to a current discrimination charge against the East Providence School Department, I incorrectly stated that Michael D. Evora, Executive Director, RI Commission For Human Rights had sent a letter to local officials regarding discrimination against minority employees and applicants in the school department. The letter was actually sent by Steven Brown, head of the Rhode Island Chapter of the ACLU. Mr. Evora was copied on the letter. The Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights found Probable Cause to support an initial charge of discrimination some 20 years ago. I apologize for the error. - Bob Rodericks.

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Martin Middle School of East Providence has announced the creation of an annual award in honor of retired music educator, Rick Vars. The award was the idea of a former student of Rick Vars, who is herself, the current band director for Martin. “As a tribute to Mr. Vars and all of his contributions during his tenure at Martin Middle School, we are instituting an award in his honor. The Richard M. Vars Outstanding Service and Spirit Award will be given annually to an 8th grade Martin Middle School Band student who will be recognized for displaying some of Mr. Vars’ best qualities,” said Martin band director, Susana Aguiar Pimentel. Aguiar Pimentel and other former students of Rick Vars, along with former colleagues from throughout Rhode Island have been heaping praise upon the ill music aficionado. Aguiar Pimentel explains that the recipient will be someone who “exhibits a tremendous love and passion for the art of music, demonstrates on-going dedication and commitment to the program, and serves as a role-model who is looked up to by others.” Aguiar Pimentel was a member of the Martin band directed by Rick Vars in the early 1990’s and later was a band member at East Providence High School, graduating in 1998. “I remember being in the library when Mr. Vars approached our class with a list in his hand containing the names of the students who had passed the Farnum test. I sat in anticipation, but much to my dismay, my name was not called...I fought back the tears and was not able to concentrate for the remainder of the day,” recalls Aguiar. This story is not unlike that of several other students through the years. Former students have fondly recalled how they weren’t “chosen” to be in the band “on paper” but were given a chance by Vars, only to make and excel as band members. “As soon as I got home (in 1992) I begged my mom to call Mr. Vars to see if he might make an exception. Luckily, he agreed to allow me into the program, and the rest is history. 23 years later, and in my 13th year of teaching, I find myself at his podium, keeping his legacy alive. I was so fortunate to have been placed with him during my student teaching and I am infinitely grateful for all of the mentoring he provided,” Aguiar Pimentel said as she announced the Vars award. Rick Vars is also being honored by students and colleagues he has taught at Middletown High, Tiverton and by the Colonial Navy Drum & Fife Corps of which he is a member and former Commodore. You can read an earlier story on Rick Vars, published by The Reporter, by logging on to Reportertoday.com. “Always positive, encouraging and full of love, there is much to be admired about Mr. Vars. I feel that this award is a very personal way for us to stay connected to the influence he has over his students and to show our appreciation! I would like to extend an invitation to Mr. Vars to present the first award at this year’s award ceremony!” said Aguiar Pimentel. Rick Vars is a 1972 graduate of Rogers High School in Newport, RI and then studied music at Rhode Island College. He received his Masters Degree in music education and launched a career as a music teacher that has brought him an army of former students and music lovers. From 1980 to 1985 he taught band at Middletown High School. Middletown became one of the best known high school bands in the area under Rick Vars. The love of music is certainly in the family as Claudia Vars has been a music educator in Warwick and Middletown public schools where she was Director of Fine Arts and Chorus. She, too, is a renown teacher of music attending URI, RIC and Hartt School of Music.

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As an arts institution, East Providence Heritage Days Inc. (EPHD) this year will celebrate 35 years of building community by providing the very best artistic and cultural opportunities for public involvement; experiences that enrich perspectives and stimulate the intellect while providing personal enjoyment. In commemorating this milestone our board of directors has decided this year to return to our roots as an oldies festival. The evening concert on Saturday, July 18th will include national recording artists The Mystics (“Hushabye”), Larry Chance and the Earls (“Remember Then”, “I Believe”) and Eddie Holman (“Hey There Lonely Girl”, “I Love You”). All three of these iconic artists from the 50’s-60’s have graced the stage of many a PBS special. One of country music’s hottest new acts Nathan Osmond (yes, Donnie & Marie’s nephew) will headline the Sunday, July 19th evening concert His four latest singles, (“Sweet,” “The Tailgate Song,” “There’s A Whole Lot About A Woman” (with Country legend, Jack Greene) & “Stars & Stripes” have all hit #1 on several Country charts. His music videos have been seen on many National music networks including CMT & GAC. Nathan was recently nominated as New Artist of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year by the New Music awards in Los Angeles. Twin sisters, Debbie & Carrie Moore, known as country duo, Moore & Moore will join Osmond. They have shared the stage with many industry notables, performed at the Grand Ole Opry along with an extensive tour with the Statler Brothers. Moore & Moore have written #1 songs and have received numerous awards including “Country Duo of the Year” and “International Entertainer of the Year”. Their success has prompted appearances on a variety of television shows on CBS, NBC, FOX, ESPN, WTBS, TNN/Heartland, GAC, CMT, RFD & the BBC. Local Rhode Island favorite The Becky Chace Band will be on hand to round out the bill. HeritageFest will kick off on Friday, July 17th with a “Battle of the Bands”. Details on this event will be posted to our web site www. epheritagedays.com and to our Facebook page www.facebook. com/epheritage . Local artists are encouraged to apply.

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Sparky’s Coney Island Weiners is 100 Years Old

By Bob Rodericks When the Reporter wrote a feature milk!”, she said as she enjoyed just that alongside her aunt, Gail article on “Sparky’s” Coney Island Hot DiCenzo Duarte. “I can have salad anywhere!” Ankner also recalled Weiner restaurant a year ago, plans were the New Years when East Providence City Hall burned down in well underway for the famous weenie 1977. Her late father, John Ankner, was a fireman fighting that fire joint’s 100th year in business. The arwhich occurred during a fierce ice storm. “Jimmy Kanelos and the ticle conjured up memories from fans of weenie joint fed the firemen coffee and food for a couple of days. the original “joint” owned by the Jimmy We never forgot that,” she said gazing a nostalgic look across the Kanelos family. The very first Coney Island street to the current City Hall. Countless others have continued to System on Taunton Avenue was opened support Sparky’s Coney Island System during this past year and by Jimmy Kanelos’ father around 1900. the business has enjoyed its’100th birthday last month. Happy The Kanelos’ eventually owned 5 systems Birthday and many more. in East Providence, including the site Original owner of where the current Riverside Grille exists Sparky's Coney Island, Jimmy Kanelos. in Riverside Square. Kanelos owned his business for some 50 years before retiring around 1985. He was a World War II veteran and served on the EP School Committee for over 23 years. During those early Kanelos years, many a patron would come in to talk about school issues “over a dog and a coffee.” It was social networking of its day. When word got around that Sparky’s was possibly closing due to slow business, people rallied and came to support the business. “I saw it on face book and decided to go to Sparkys and help rally support for small business,” said EP City Council At Large member, Tracy Adams Capobianco at the time. “I’m really here as a fellow small business owner and resident, not so much as a council Gina Ankner and Gail Duarte at person,” she added. “If I can help another Townie, I’ll be there,” Sparky's Coney Island. Capobianco said. “Tracy always supports local businesses. She wanted to get here (Sparkys) today and I’m glad we came,” said her husband David. “I think East Providence is trying to be business friendly,” said Tracy Capobianco. “Social media helps and people now know more about this issue. Maybe as a community we could pitch in. Maybe a breakfast club of sorts. We could go to all of these places in groups. Take turns and go to all of them. Even if it’s just one day a week. Something to think about,” said Capobianco as she and her husband finished breakfast. George “Sparky” Watts experienced a roller coaster ride of emotions during this last year after the community got wind that his famous Coney Island System restaurant, aka the “weenie joint”, was in danger of closing. “It’s been tougher to stay in business. I’ve taken loans and have exhausted all my assets to stay in business. Not sure if I can stay in business,” Watts had told The Reporter. The bad news spread like wildfire on social networks like face book. NBC Channel 10 ran two stories which brought the plight of Sparkys Coney Island statewide. Since that point the response was huge. Sparky did some quick upgrading. The old dark paneled walls were painted white with a nice red trim. New menus were placed in sight. Employees did the painting and others pitched in to spruce up the place. “We plan to put 50’s style black and white floor tiles down and a new brighter ceiling in,” said a helper sounding like a television reality show advisor. “I agreed to make changes but I want to keep my base menu intact. Weenies, burgers, fries, soups, etc. will remain but I am adding some healthier choices like salads and veggie burgers,” said a rejuvenated sounding Watts. “We always had some pastry items but I am adding an expanded desert menu with fresh items for those who want it. I also agree with making more cosmetic changes,” said Watts. A new sign of the times is that Sparkys added credit card capabilities which some customers have asked about. Gina Ankner grew up in East Providence and is a Townie. Ankner now lives in Narragansett and stops at Sparkys whenever passing by East Providence. She ate there many times through the years. Ankner, who is health conscious and works in the medical field, said: “I understand the need for healthy menu alternatives, but when I come here I just want my hot wieners, French fries and a coffee

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Francis Farm has always been a popular destination in Rehoboth for all kinds of special occasions. Since 1890, when the first clambake was held, Francis Farm has hosted a multitude of public clambakes, family outings, corporate events, weddings, school functions, fundraisers and more. This year Francis Farm is celebrating its 125th anniversary and they will be marking the milestone with a few special events this summer. “It’s exciting,” said Ken Foley. Foley has owned Francis Farm for 11 years and he and his wife Linda and sons Ken Jr., Kevin and Keith run the facility.

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Francis Farm has a rich history in town. It has been family owned and operated since it first opened. The Francis family homesteaded the farm in 1820 and in 1890 Peleg Francis started cooking up clam bakes. Although it was once a working farm, the land was not ideal for planting and Francis turned the Farm into an event venue. Francis’ first clambake was for the Goff Gathering. The Goff family, headed by Captain Shubael Goff and Sally Briggs Goff, who were married in1805, and their descendants started an annual family gathering in the late 1800’s that was held in various locations. According to a booklet put together for the Goff Gathering’s 100th anniversary, “In 1887 the Gathering really decided that a clambake was the only proper meal and the decision has never been altered, for which all are duly thankful.” In 1917, Francis Farm became the permanent site of the Goff Gathering and with the exception of one year, the annual get together has been held at Francis Farm ever since. “They still come. They come every August and have a big clambake,” Foley said. That first Goff clambake at Francis Farm was so popular that more and more people started coming and to this day Francis Farm is widely known for its clambakes and especially, for its clam cakes and chowder. (Francis Farm still uses Peleg’s Original Clam Chowder recipe.) The Goffs aren’t the only guests who return year after year to Francis Farm. “We have parties that have been coming here for 60 or 70 years,” Foley said.One of the groups is the Sons of the Irish Kings, who hold an event with 400 or 500 people every year. The Rhode Island Builders Association and Providence Jewelers have also been coming for about 50 years, says Foley. “One thing about Francis Farm is the quality of the food has never changed. Very few facilities still put on a traditional, oldfashioned clambake. That hasn’t changed for 125 years,” Foley said. “We still use the same recipes for chowder and clam cakes that they did back in 1890,” he added. After Peleg Francis died, his son William Francis took over the Farm in the 1900’s and ran it until 1958.

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Foley’s relatives, the Taylor family, and Foley’s grandfather, Frank Miller, purchased the farm in 1958. Foley was just a boy then and he remembers working as a dishwasher, bus boy and maintenance worker at the Farm. Foley purchased the Farm in 2004 and over the years, has remodeled most of the buildings. But it still retains the country charm it had when the first clambake was fired up. Francis Farm now serves about 20,000 people a year from all over southeastern Massachusetts, Rhode Island and farther. Three United States Presidents have eaten at the Farm – John Kennedy, Harry Truman and Franklin Roosevelt. Over the years, some things at Francis Farm have changed and others have stayed the same. “Times have changed. We don’t do as many corporate outings, but we do over 40 weddings a year and birthdays, reunions, and fundraisers,” Foley said. Other changes include an expanded menu and a new sweet shop that was opened in 2004. “We’re famous for our barbecue chicken. We cater to different needs of different patrons. We offer barbecue chicken to Italian buffet to steak. All the food is prepared and cooked on site. The chowder and clam cakes are all made from scratch and we use fresh, native clams,” Foley said. Most people who grew up in the area have either worked at, or attended at least one event, at Francis Farm over the years. “You talk to anybody, especially the older generation, and they’ve all been to Francis Farm,” Foley said. The Farm is the largest employer in the town of Rehoboth, says Foley, employing between 50-60 staff during the summer months. Guests return for the food, the atmosphere and the variety of offerings at the Farm. Every year, Francis Farm hosts four public clambakes which are always well-attended. One of the amenities is that there is a full range of activities for kids including basketball, bocce, horseshoes, and a full softball field. Francis Farm also has a 7,000 sq. ft. museum with antique cars, tractors and other tools and supplies. “There’s always plenty to do at the farm, for young and old,” Foley said.

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Francis Farm is also known for its support of many community organizations. It hosts more than 12 fundraisers a year, including events for Ronald McDonald House and the Sgt. Kyle Harrington Memorial Bike Run. When Community Autism Resources (CAR), a community service organization in Swansea that assists families affected by autism, was looking for a new venue last year for its annual fundraiser “Hearts and Hands Walk-a-thon and Family Fun Day,” they looked at more than a dozen venues before settling on Francis Farm. After holding the walk for 10 years at Bristol Community College in Fall River, the Hearts and Hands Walk was held at Francis Farm for the first time in 2014. Walk Coordinator Crystal Medeiros says that Francis Farm was extremely helpful and welcomed them with open arms. “I can’t say enough nice things about Odete Lacourse, the event planner, and Ken Foley. They were absolutely accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed. They went above and beyond what they needed to do for us,” Medeiros said. Medeiros said reconfiguring the event and the walk, after having been in one place for 10 years, was an overwhelming task, but Francis Farm helped make it easier. Medeiros said she is grateful for Francis Farm’s assistance in making other connections in town to help her put together a safe walk for the families and children that work with CAR. After the walk, participants had nothing but positive feedback about Francis Farm itself and the staff, says Medeiros. continued on page 17...

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“We’re grateful for the friendships we formed at Francis Farm and we’re looking forward to continuing to work with them. We applaud them for not only what they did for us, but also how they always step up for the community and help many organizations and causes,” Medeiros said.

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This summer, to celebrate its 125th year, Francis Farm is hosting several special events. For the first time, the farm will be open to the public every Sunday from May to September from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Clam cakes and chowder will be available as well as a full menu featuring hamburgers, hot dogs and weekly specials. There will also be a cash bar. The arcade will be open and visitors can enjoy volleyball, basketball, bocce, horseshoes and more. Barbecue chicken will also be served hot off the pit three times daily. “Come and spend the day and relax and have fun,” invites Foley. Francis Farm’s big anniversary party “Francis Farm Celebrates

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Local Riverside Student among Group of Roger Williams University Students that Traded Sun and Sand for Service Learning on Spring Break

Bristol, RI - For many college students, a week off in March means sunny, sandy Spring Break getaways -- but for a group of dedicated Roger Williams University students including Hannah Augustyn from Riverside, RI, the break from classes and assignments was an opportunity to give back, dive into outside-the-classroom learning experiences and have a little fun along the way. More than 130 students, from undergraduate to graduate to law, participated in Alternative Spring Break trips, where groups of students -- often led by faculty or staff advisors -- work in teams to lead volunteer projects aimed at improving communities or assisting nonprofit organizations. This year, students served local cities including Providence and Boston, traveled across the country to New York City, New Orleans and Tuba City, Arizona, and even headed abroad to countries including Peru, among others. Habitat for Humanity, Project Homecoming and Rebuilding Together are among the many partner organizations for which the students will volunteer to help address critical community issues from affordable housing to public health awareness. Augustyn was among 30 students that volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia to help build homes for low-income families in the community. The RWU student group performed a number of tasks including interior demolition, sheet rocking and porch building to help get the volunteer site leader house ready for occupancy. The Alternative Spring Break program at Roger Williams University continues to grow each year both in size of the student groups and scope of the service-learning projects. For additional information on the program at RWU, please visit: http://giving.rwu.edu/ priorities/special-campaigns/alternative-spring-break-programs.

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Kent Hu of East Providence Performs in College Choir Concert at McDaniel College

Westminster, MD - Kent Hu, a senior from East Providence (02914) performs in the annual College Choir Concert at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, Md. The performance, which is free and open to the public, takes place Sunday, April 26, 7 p.m., in Baker Memorial Chapel. The college choir presents “Distant Visions” under the direction of Margaret Boudreaux, music professor and department chair. The concert features works with historical texts and poetry reaching beyond everyday experiences. Audience participation is encouraged. Selections include Randall Thompson’s “Choose Something Like a Star,” Jimmy Van Heusen’s “Swingin’ on a Star,” and Houston Bright’s “The Stars are with the Voyager,” with the latter to be conducted by McDaniel senior Victoria Mansfield of Mount Airy, Md. Other highlights are “Toward Distant Shores” by William Grant Still, “Crossing the Bar” by David Plank and the folk song, “The Water is Wide.” In addition, McDaniel junior Joshua Harding of Federalsburg, Md., makes his conducting debut on Ysaye Barnwell’s “On Children,” based on the poem by Kahlil Gibran, which will be juxtaposed with “The Spirit of Adventure” from the Pixar movie “Up.” For more information, call 410-857-2599. Visit www.mcdaniel. edu for information about the college and the music department. McDaniel College, recognized nationally among 40 Colleges that Change Lives and U.S. News top-tier liberal arts colleges, is a four-year private college of the liberal arts and sciences offering more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, including dual and student-designed majors, plus 25 highly regarded graduate programs. Its hallmark faculty-student collaborations in research, teaching and mentoring plus hundreds of leadership and service opportunities enrich a lively learning experience that is rooted in a personalized interdisciplinary and global curriculum. Innovative January courses take students to points all over the world while McDaniel’s degree-granting European campus offers a unique opportunity for international study at the only American university in Budapest, Hungary. A diverse and close-knit community of 1,600 undergraduates and 1,560 part-time graduate students, McDaniel also boasts a spectacular 160-acre hilltop campus in Westminster, Md., an hour or less from Baltimore, D.C., the Chesapeake Bay, an Amtrak station and BWI international airport.

URI student Kimberly DeLande of East Providence and Team Raise More Than $4,800 To Help Fight Childhood Malnutrition

Kingston, RI - Last month, a team of University of Rhode Island students fought global childhood malnutrition by spreading the word and raising money for Edesia with the #MakeYourGreenCount Plumpy’Nut Challenge. This was a social media campaign encouraging people to “get their green on” and donate St. Patrick’s Day. The students raised more than $4,800 to help children worldwide. Public relations student Kimberly DeLande of East Providence, R.I., was one of the team members who coordinated, launched, and executed the #MakeYourGreenCount campaign. #MakeYourGreenCount plays off the “getting your green on” associated with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and the idea of making your green--your money--count for something important. URI students, faculty, staff and administrators participated in the challenge. Edesia is a Providence-based nonprofit that makes a vitaminpacked peanut-butter paste distributed by humanitarian groups to children throughout the world, from Niger to Pakistan. The Plumpy’Nut Challenge project exemplifies URI’s goals to connect continued on next page...

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URI Public Relations Students Receive Excellence Awards

Kingston, RI - The URI Harrington School of Communication and Media recently recognized outstanding students at its third annual Public Relations Excellence Awards ceremony on Wednesday, April 1. The awards are presented to students who “capture the essence of achievement.’’ The following students from your area were recognized at the ceremony: Victoria Vichroski of Rumford, R.I., received the Most Innovative Award Kimberly DeLande of East Providence, R.I., received the Impact Award based on her work with URI’s #MakeYourGreenCount social media campaign The Harrington School encourages students to make a difference in global and local communities. “Our school’s mission is to work together to use the power of communication and information to make a difference in the world,’’ said Adam Roth, interim director of the Harrington School. “I applaud the achievements of our students and faculty who are fulfilling this mission every day.’’ URI graduate and honorary chairwoman, Kathleen Slocum, associate consultant public relations at Liberty Mutual Insurance, says it’s crucial to provide students with the skills needed in the local and global community. “The University’s public relations program helped lay the foundation for many key skills I use in my career today,’’ said Slocum. “As a former student, I’m honored to take part in a ceremony that recognizes these students for their academic achievements.” The University of Rhode Island’s pioneering research extends the University’s influence well beyond its coastal borders, while its unique interdisciplinary courses provide its 16,637 undergraduate and graduate students with global opportunities in an intimate environment. In May 2014, more than 3,000 undergraduate and about 680 graduate degrees were awarded. The University now has more than 115,000 alumni worldwide.

Audrey Duarte ‘18 Named to the Elmira College Dean’s List for Term II, 2015

Elmira, NY - Audrey Duarte ‘18 of Riverside, RI 02915 has been named to the Elmira College Dean’s List for Term II, 2015. Full-time students who achieve a grade point average of 3.600 or higher at the end of any Term I or Term II are placed on the Dean’s List at the college. Elmira College is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college founded in 1855, located in Elmira, New York. The College has an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 1,200 full-time students, of which thirteen percent are valedictorians or salutatorians of their high schools or preparatory schools. Students come from 35 states and more than 20 countries. Elmira College’s mission is to offer its students both liberal and professional education of sufficient breadth and depth to enable them to pursue successful, rewarding careers. The College blends academic rigor, distinctive programs, and theory and practice beyond the classroom to prepare students to be tomorrow’s leaders. Academic programs are steeped in the arts, humanities, social and natural sciences, with special attention given to the refinement of communication skills and the exploration of world cultures.

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Saturday, May 9 marks the 23rd anniversary of America’s largest-single day of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive in Partnership with the U.S. Postal Service, Feeding America, United Way and other partners. Currently, 49 million Americans—1 in 6—are unsure where their next meal is coming from. Sixteen million are children who feel hunger’s impact on their overall health and ability to perform in school. And nearly 5 million seniors over age 60 are food insecure, with many who live on fixed incomes often too embarrassed to ask for help. In 2014, over 72 million pounds of food was collected by Postal carriers nationally, feeding an estimated 30 million people. Over the course of the 22-year history, the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has collected well over one billion pounds of food. The food drive’s timing is crucial. Food banks and pantries often receive the majority of their donations during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday seasons. By springBristol Warren Education Foundation FOR MORE time, many pantries are depleted, entering INFORMATION CONTACT the summer low on supplies at a time when RE/MAX River’s Edge many school breakfast and lunch programs 525 Child St, Warren, RI are not available to children in need. 300 County Rd,

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May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and the Bristol County, MA Lyme Support Group is in full swing with its eighth meeting scheduled this month. The Bristol County, MA Lyme Support Group provides education, support and networking opportunities to individuals affected directly and indirectly by Lyme and associated tick-borne diseases. Since October we have welcomed over 45 individuals from surrounding communities in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Our next meeting is scheduled for May 14th from 6-8pm at the Goff Memorial Hall (124 Bay State Road, Rehoboth). Please see below for our contact information. The Bristol County, MA Lyme Support Group would like to hear from you. Please join us for a meeting or contact us through: Email: BCMLDSG@yahoo.com Facebook: Bristol County, MA Lyme Support Group Online: http://bcmldsg.wix.com/bcmlymesupportgroup Facilitator: Annie LaBrie

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Bowling and Pizza Event to Support Alzheimer’sRhode Island State Grange Sunday May 17, 2015

On Sunday May 17, 2015, the Deaf and Health Department of the Rhode Island State Grange are planning a fun event for all that will also go to a great cause. They will be going to the Bowling Academy at 354 Taunton Avenue in East Providence at 4 PM for two strings of bowling. Then will be going to Roger Williams-Rumford Grange Hall on North Broadway in East Providence for pizza and refreshments. The profits and sponsorship money from the event will be going to support Alzheimer’s. There may be some certificates bases on bowling scores. There is a $15 registration fee which will cover shoes, two strings of bowling and pizza. This can either be paid by yourself or by having a minimum of $15 in sponsors to go towards registration. Please contact the Deaf and Health Director Jennifer Lawson by May 10th if you or group will be attending by calling at 401-489-8132 or 401-434-1491 or send an e-mail at statedeafhealth@rigrange.org.

8th Annual Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation Fundraiser Saturday May 30th Tickets Now On Sale!

This year The Eighth Annual “Your Heart Will Go On” foundation fundraiser will be held on Saturday May 30th from 6:30 to 11:00PM at Saint Brendan School Hall, 55 Turner Avenue, Riverside RI. Tickets are now on sale at the following locations, Schroder’s Deli, Willett Avenue, Riverside and Sparky’s Coney Island System, Taunton Avenue, East Providence (Across from City Hall) Tickets can also be obtained by calling 401-438-4445 or 401-433-4883. Ticket Prices $20PP Children 5—10 $10PP In the meantime, grab a ticket or two or three…and come out to a night of celebration in Lauren’s memory while enjoying dinner, DJ, dancing, raffles and a silent auction all towards a great cause! Donations can also be sent to: Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation, PO Box 154544, Riverside RI 02915 The Lauren Zarembka Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships to assist graduating and continuing students whose studies will be in the disciplines of, medicine, music/

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EP Kids Rock Chorus Annual Concert June 2nd

The EP Kids Rock Chorus will be having their annual concert on June 2nd at the East Providence High School at 6:30pm. The chorus is made of 4th and 5th graders from four elementary schools: Kent Heights, Hennessey, Orlo Avenue, and Whiteknact. They will be singing songs from various artists including Aerosmith, The Beatles, Pharrell Williams, One Republic, and Bob Marley. Tickets are $2 and are sold at the door.

The 12th Annual Seaside Gala June 3, 2015

Gala To Honor Local Organizations and Individuals

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) will present its annual Vision Award to three local organizations and one individual that have helped the agency in an outstanding way. The recipients include: Newport Art Museum, The Champlin Foundations, van Beuren Charitable Foundation and Dr. Martha Ullman. And the agency will present its 2015 Public Service Award to East Providence City Councilwoman Tracy Capobianco. Awardees will be recognized at EBCAP’s 12th Annual Seaside Gala on June 3, 2015 at Castle Hill Inn in Newport. Newport Art Museum will be honored for its loyal and generous support of EBCAP’s Newport Family and Child Opportunity Zone program through art enrichment programs on site at Newport elementary schools. The Champlin Foundations will be recognized for its loyal and generous support, helping EBCAP provide critical health and human services to the residents of Rhode Island’s east bay region. van Beuren Charitable Foundation will be honored for providing support through grants that have dramatically impacted the agency’s ability to provide quality services to thousands of Newport County residents. Dr. Martha Ullman will be acknowledged for her support of the Head Start Program. For many years she has volunteered her medical expertise to assist its health and nutrition committee. -MoreEBCAP will also pay tribute to Tracy Capobianco, East Providence City Councilwoman, for her ongoing support of East Providence residents and the organizations that serve them. Jane Gerety, RSM, President of Salve Regina University is the Honorary Event Chair. Michelle Muscatello, WPRI Eyewitness News Meteorologist, will lead the live auction, and Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island is the event’s leading sponsor. At the event there will be live and silent auctions with items and packages that will be available for online bidding at www. biddingforgood.com/EBCAP beginning May 22. This year’s event will also feature in-room mobile bidding on all silent auction items. Guests will be able to use any mobile device to bid on their favorite items. Bidders in the greater online community will also be able to continue to bid on the silent auction up until the close of bidding at 8:30 p.m. on June 3. The event will include a cocktail hour, dinner, a silent auction and music by the Mike Moran Band. Reservations for the gala may be made by calling 847-7821, ext. 339 or online at ebcap.org.

This year, the Seaside Gala will celebrate EBCAP’s 50 years of service. It, like related Community Action Programs, grew out of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty and many of the initiatives of the Great Society. Funds raised from the Gala will help EBCAP continue to grow, develop innovative services and serve more local residents. EBCAP is a non-profit agency that serves the residents of the East Bay, including: Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, Little Compton, Tiverton, Jamestown, Bristol, Warren, Barrington and East Providence, with a wide array of health and human services. Visit ebcap.org to learn more.

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The East Providence Athletic Club (EPAC) will hold its 19th annual John J. Chalmers Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 6, at Firefly Golf Course in Seekonk, MA. The event, which has raised more than $70,000, benefits Hasbro Children’s Hospital, Providence Journal Summertime Fund, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Kyle Page Fund. Tee time is 8 a.m. The fee of $65 per player includes a steak dinner at the EPAC which is located at 118 Mauran Ave. Donations of raffle prizes and gift certificates from area businesses are welcome. Tournament committee members are Chuck Andrews of Seekonk, Donna Kusiak of Riverside, Wayne Larned of Warwick, and Tricia Chalmers of Bristol. For information about golfing, donating or buying raffle tickets, call the club at 434-9584.

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Church Events St. Brendan Forever Young Club

The St. Brendan Forever Young Club will have their next members meeting on Tuesday, May 12 at 12:00 noon with a sandwich buffet. Cost is $6.00 and reservations should be made by May 5 by calling 437-0963. Our guest speaker will be an elder care attorney who will speak on protecting your assets. A short meeting will follow. Please join us for a pleasant and informative meeting. You do not have to be a member to attend. Tickets for our June 9 luncheon at the Grist Mill will be sold. Cost is $22.

Newman Church Choral Concert Featuring the Choral Works of Randall Thompson

RUMFORD, R.I. - Newman Congregational Church, U.C.C., is pleased to present our annual choral concert, featuring works by American composer Randall Thompson. The Newman choir will sing Thompson’s Frostiana, The Peaceable Kingdom, The Last Words of David, and his famous Alleluia. Randall Thompson (1899-1984) is a preeminent American composer mostly known for his choral compositions. He attended Harvard University and received his doctorate in music from the prestigious Eastman School of Music. Thompson taught at Wellesley College, the Curtis Institute of Music, the University of Virginia, and at Harvard, respectively. Frostiana: Seven Country Songs (1959) includes a wonderfully diverse set of poems by Robert Frost scored for mixed chorus and piano. The Peaceable Kingdom (1936) was inspired by the painting of the same name by Edward Hicks and based upon texts from the Prophet Isaiah. His most popular and recognizable choral work is his anthem Alleluia (1940), commissioned by Serge Koussevitzky for the opening of the Berkshire Music Center at Tanglewood. The Newman Adult Choir, under the direction of Geoffrey Greene, features soloists Alisa Cassola, soprano, Barbara Youmans, alto, Neil Letendre, tenor, and Lucky Rattan, bass. The Newman Choral Concert will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at 3 pm. The public is cordially invited and there is a suggested donation of $10. Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are available at the Newman Church office or by calling 401-434-4742 x10. Childcare is provided for this event by a professional staff. A reception will follow the concert with an opportunity to meet the musicians and partake in some tasty treats. Newman Church is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916.

Riverside Circle 28 Daughters of Isabella

Riverside Circle 28 Daughters of Isabella will host a Dessert Card Party and Raffle June 20, 2015 at ST. Brendan Parish Hall, Turner Avenue Riverside, RI from 12:30 - 3:00 PM. Admission is $10.00. Raffle tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for$5.00. For more information call Betty at 438-6158. Open to all look forward to seeing you and bring a friend. Come join the fun.

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 81 Warren Ave, East Providence is having their 4th Annual Lawn and Bake Sale on Saturday, June 6th from 10:00 am to 3:00pm. Anyone with items to sell may rent a table for $15.00 by calling Dorothy Boyce at 401-253-2734, We will have the usual assortments of homemade bakery items, take-out food and a great lunch menu to enjoy on the lawn. This year we also are having a Merchandise Bingo at 1:00pm in the Parish Hall. Hope to see you there Rain or Shine, for more information contact Dorothy Boyce at 401-253-2734 or Terri Capron at 401332-3747.

St Mary’s Thrift Shop Closing Temporarily

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Thrift Shop will be temporarily closing down for the summer, the last day will be Saturday May 16, with us re-opening in September. Also during this time we are not accepting donations for the Thrift Shop. We are having a Bag Sale until May 16. Our Thrift Shop hours are Wednesday and Saturdays 10 am to 1 pm. St Marys Episcopal Church is located at 83 Warren Ave., East Providence, RI 02914 401-434-7456.

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American Legion Riverside Post 10 Memorial Day Events

American Legion Riverside Post 10 located on 830 Willett Ave will be hosting its annual Memorial Day parade on Monday May 25 at 10 AM. The parade begins at the Carousel located on Crescent View Ave, heads north on Bullocks Point Ave, then east on Turner Ave, turns south on Willett Ave and ends at the American Legion. For those that may be interested in marching in this year’s parade, please contact Michael Reed at 401-433-0820. The American Legion will also be replacing flags on Saturday May 16 at 9AM (Rain Date: Saturday May 23) at the Gates of Heaven Cemetery located on the Wampanoag Trail in Riverside. This is a good opportunity for area students and non-profit groups who are looking for community service projects and opportunities. We will be conducting Memorial Day Sunday services and remembrances on Sunday May 24 and will meet at the American Legion at 8AM. We will be paying tribute at various memorials around the city. If you are interested in this or any of the events listed, please contact myself or the American Legion at 401-433-9859.

CHADD Program Wed. June 3, 7 pm

Bradley Hospital - 1011 Veterans Memorial Parkway E. Providence, RI 02915 Contact: Roberta Schneider - 401 369-0045 A program on “Integrative Nutritional Medicine” Wednesday, June 3rd, 7 pm at Bradley Hospital 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy in East Providence. The featured speaker is Boston author and psychiatrist Dr. James Greenblatt. Donations of $10 will be accepted at the door. CHADD members FREE. Register with Full Name at Rhode-Island@chadd.net. Contact Roberta at 369-0045 or see chadd.org July – No Program; August- 5- Drop- In Support Group

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The herring have returned to the Ten Mile River and some have been seen at Pawtucket Country Club dam. It has been 80 years since the fish were there. Join us for Mother’s Day and a celebration of the return of the fish. Moms get flowers and everyone gets free seeds and advice from our Master Gardeners. If you are looking for a specific EP yearbook, we’ve got it! We also have records from when EP was Rehoboth. Come and browse, walk the trails, spot great blue herons, learn about history in this amazing area.

General Meeting – Public Welcomed Monday, May 18 - East Bay Manor 1140 Wampanoag Trail - East Providence 02915 “More Fun In The Sun”

Did you know that East Providence had more to offer for family entertainment than the wonders of Crescent Park, the “Coney island of the East?” In fact, there were three more ventures into the world of fantasy and fun between the years of 1894 - 1925 : Vanity Fair with its Disneyesque towers, Boyden Heights and Hunts Mills, built for Rumford Baking Powder Company workers but attracting thousands from the area. These parks were all gone by 1925 but

May 2015 The Reporter Ed Serowik will bring them alive again, with some special artifacts loaned by other collectors and the EPHS. This collection will be on display for “2nd Sunday” Open Houses on June 14, July 12 and August 9.

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The EPHS is a volunteer organization in its 48th year dedicated to the preservation of local history. We maintain the 18th century John Hunt House Museum/ genealogy library at 65 Hunts Mills Road in the Hunts Mills Local Historic District, participate in the URI Master Gardening program, and provide educational programs open to the public. Hunt House Museum is open to all on the “2nd Sunday” of most months from 1-3:30 pm and is open by appointment for special tours/ reference room use.To check open house dates and for more information visit info@ephist.org or call 438-1750

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Providence Children’s Museum May Activities Mother’s Day Flowers

Saturday, May 9 & Sunday, May 10 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Create a variety of flowers for Mother’s Day. Make a watercolor flower from a coffee filter, craft tissue paper flowers, and use recycled materials to make your own crazy flower creations. Admission is free for moms and grandmoms on Sunday, May 10 from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

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Play and Learn is the Museum’s openended story-based program especially for 2- to 4-year-olds and their parents, designed to help preschoolers build their skills in a variety of areas and to help parents continue the learning at home. This week, preschoolers practice hand-eye coordination and explore the power of magnets as they catch colorful paper fish.

Wood Works

Wednesday, May 13 & Thursday, May 14 • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Kids create collages with wood pieces and glue, experiment with sanding and bolting, wield a hammer and learn what tools can do in Discovery Studio, the Museum’s art and science exploration space. Underwritten by Amgen Foundation.

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Shadow Puppets

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ALSO Friday, May 15 • 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Inspired by a display of Chinese and Indonesian shadow puppets on view at the Museum, families craft their own shadow puppets, use shadows to tell stories, and create sun dials. The Museum is open free of charge from 5:00 - 8:00 PM for “MetLife Family Friday – Free at Five!,” sponsored by MetLife Foundation. Stay out late and splash, play, explore and discover!

Electricity Exploration

Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Kids make simple circuits, test conductors and use citrus to create electricity, presented in partnership with online parent resource Kidoinfo.

The Museum is located at 100 South Street in Providence’s Jewelry District. September through March, open Tuesday through Sunday and Monday school holidays, 9 AM to 6 PM, and selected Fridays until 8 PM. April through August, open 7 days. Activities are free with Museum admission of $9.00 per person; admission is always free for Museum members. Call (401) 273-KIDS or visit www.ChildrenMuseum.org.

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Save The Bay Lighthouse Tours

Enjoy viewing the northern lights of Narragansett Bay, view 8 lighthouses, 3 sites of lost lighthouses and a stopover at Pomham Rocks Lighthouse. Leaving Providence at 1:00 and returning at 4:00 Cost $45.00. Dates May 23, June 20, July 25, August 15, & Sept 19. Enjoy viewing the southern lights of Narragansett Bay. View 10 lighthouses, 2 lost lighthouse sites and a stopover at Rose Island Lighthouse. Leaving Fort Adams State Park at 10:00 and returning at 1:30 Cost $55.00. Dates June 6, August 8, August 22, & Sept. 26 Enjoy a full day on Narragansett Bay, View 16 Lighthouses and 6 lost sites with a stopover at Rose Island Lighthouse A bag lunch is included. Cost $100.00 Leaving Providence at 9:00 A.M. and returning at 5:00 P.M. For information and reservations contact Save The Bay at savebay.org or call 401272- 3540 ext.133.

Summer Every Thursday Night 5 pm - Dusk! Pierce Field: Food, Fun, Cars!

If you’re looking to slow down life a bit and hang out with other city residents, what better than a Free Music & Classic Car Cruise Night through the summer. Pierce Field is sponsoring this free activity from 5pm to dusk, every Thursday starting on Thursday May 7th and ending on July 9th in time for the popular City Heritage Days. “I hope people will just want to wind down, come by and enjoy the oldies music and view some great classic cars,” said Pierce Field Manager Joe Medeiros. “There will also be food, including the popular Portu Galo food truck. It should be a real blast back to a relaxing summer evening of good basic fun, food and music,” Medeiros said. Street Eats and Oldies - Everyone is invited.

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cultural, artistic, and educational programs in the community. The mansion and grounds are open to the public from May to October, during the holiday season, and also by appointment.

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

Linden Place, an 1810 Federal mansion in the heart of Bristol, RI will be hosting its Annual Fourth of July Parade Picnic on Saturday, July 4, 2015. Located directly on the historic Bristol Fourth of July Parade route, Linden Place will be offering bleacher-style seating, tables and chairs under the shade of the Linden trees. Tour the mansion, stroll the gardens, soak up Bristol’s festive atmosphere. Your seat will be waiting for you at the 230th annual parade in patriotic style! Tickets are $80 for adults, $55 for children and include both breakfast and lunch. Linden Place members receive a $10 discount on tickets. Stop by the Linden Place office to reserve tickets at 500 Hope Street, by telephone at (401) 253-0390 or visit www.lindenplace.org. Don’t miss out on Bristol’s biggest event of the year and support the restoration of this Bristol landmark. There’s no place like Linden Place on the 4th of July! Friends of Linden Place is a non-profit organization responsible for the restoration and preservation of the historic house museum at 500 Hope Street in Bristol, Rhode Island, and for the promotion of cultural, artistic, and educational programs in the community. The mansion and grounds are open to the public from May to October, during the holiday season, and also by appointment.

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Linden Place, the Federal-style mansion, built in 1810 by architect Russell Warren for slave trader George DeWolf, offers children and adults the opportunity to see this historical house museum in a whole new light! Make your way through our 200-year old mansion rooms and seek out dozens of artifacts, big and small, while you learn about Linden Place’s rich architectural and family history. Seek out a Roman, life-size marble statue of Bacchus, search for George Washington and find out the meaning behind the phrase “sleep tight and don’t let the bedbugs bite!” Fun BASKETBALL TRAINING and educational for all ages! th The mansion is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10am4pm and Sundays, 12pm-4pm. Admission: $8 Adults, $6 Seniors/ Students (12+), $5 Children under 12, Free for Children under 6. There is a $2 discount off regular admission price for Military, AAA, Gordon School and PBS members. For more information or to make a reservation, East Providence, RI please call the Linden Place office at 401-253-0390. JULY 6th-10th • 8:30 AM TO 2 PM Friends of Linden Place is a non-profit organization responsible Boys & Girls for the restoration and preservation of the historic house museum at Grades 1-9, Cost: $175.00 500 Hope Street in Bristol, Rhode Island, and for the promotion of

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(age as of September 1, 2015) July 6th - August 14th / Camp operates rain or shine Mon. - Fri. from 8:30am - 3:30pm Pierce Field, 201 Mercer Street East Providence, RI 02914 We are pleased to announce our continued collaboration with the East Providence School District and the YMCA to bring the “Hasbro Summer Learning Initiative” to the 2015 summer camp program! The initiative features hands-on learning throughout a traditional camp day. Daily activities are designed with fun in mind while providing learning and literacy supports. Certified teachers design and lead activities alongside recreation camp counselors and teaching assistants. Camp activities also include field trips, swimming, special events, arts and crafts, sports and the opportunity to have a fun summer! Transportation is not provided to and from camp. Children must be dropped off and picked up. Registration: Registrations will be taken in person only beginning March 2, 2015 at the following locations: Rec. Main Office / 435-7511 / 610 Waterman Ave. / M-F 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Rec. Center / 433-6360 / 100 Bullocks Pt. Ave. / M-F 9:30 AM – 8 PM Camp Fee: $55/per child per week. A minimum payment for 1 week is due at registration. Cash or check only. * Remaining payment for the 6 week program due in full by June 19th. *$25 will be refunded to campers completing the full six weeks! **Please Note: Campers registered for the full six week program will be given first priority! Campers not attending the full 6 weeks will be placed as space allows. Last Day to Register: Friday May 29, 2015

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Bristol, RI, March 4, 2015 - Linden Place Museum will host a walking tour of Linden Place Mansion and downtown Bristol, focused specifically on Bristol’s DeWolf Family and their involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. The DeWolf family, Bristol’s premier family in the 18th and early 19th centuries, was once one of the largest traders of slaves in New England. Learn how Bristol, New England, and all of America were impacted by the slave trading DeWolf’s of Linden Place from museum educator, Robin Tremblay. Tremblay has extensively researched Rhode Island’s connections to slavery and has led many tours along Bristol’s slavery trail. The guided tour will take place on Saturday, May 16th at 10:00am and will begin at Linden Place, the Federal-style mansion built by architect Russell Warren for George DeWolf. The tour will then continue through the center of historic Bristol and down to the waterfront on Thames Street, pointing out significant sites tied to Bristol’s lengthy and profitable involvement in the slave trade. The tour ends at the historic DeWolf Tavern, once a DeWolf waterfront warehouse, where tour-goers will enjoy a rum cocktail and ask questions. The tour is $20, $15 for Linden Place members, and includes a complimentary drink at the DeWolf Tavern. Reservations are required and the tour is limited to 15 people. For more information and reservations, please call the Linden Place office at 401-253-0390. * * * Friends of Linden Place is a non-profit organization responsible for the restoration and preservation of the historic house museum at 500 Hope Street in Bristol, Rhode Island, and for the promotion of cultural, artistic, and educational programs in the community. The mansion and grounds are open to the public from May to October, during the holiday season, and also by appointment.

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

Knit and Crochet Club Tuesdays, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Drop in on the Knit & Crochet Club and enjoy talking, laughing, and learning with others! Beginners to advanced knitters are welcome! Other needlework is fine too.

Bird Carving Exhibit and Conversation with a Master Carver Monday, May 11, 2015 7:00pm

Ray Tameo is a perfectionist in his work. A self-taught artist from Attleboro, MA, his sixty-year love of bird watching, painting, duck hunting and fly-fishing are evident in this exhibit. An accomplished bird carver who has taught classes for the Audubon Society, Mr. Tameo’s work is noted for accuracy and the natural settings on which his birds are displayed. One of Mr. Tameo’s bird paintings will be raffled off at the end of the program.

How to Plan Your Wedding Monday, May 18, 2015 7:00pm

You have looked at all the books; now let a wedding planner give you some advice on organizing the wedding that you want and even one that fits your budget. Deborah Faith, a R. I. based wedding professional, will discuss trends, themes, how to include loved ones and family, venue options, and vendor choices in a fun, and informative program.

Teen Programs

(Programs are for ages 10 + unless otherwise noted.) Community Service Opportunities @ Weaver and Riverside Earn community service credit for high school or confirmation. Wednesday, May 13, 5:30-7:30 @ Weaver Saturday, May 16, 10am - noon @ Riverside Friday, May 22, 2:30-4:30 @ Weaver

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Writing Workshop @ Weaver Fun, creative writing exercises, free books, snacks and activities to spark your creativity! No registration necessary. Monday, May 18, 3:30-4:30pm MINECRAFT @ Weaver Come play this popular video game about breaking and placing blocks! Monday, May 11, 3:00-4:30pm Please register @ 434-2453 Teen Movie @ Riverside Annie Thursday, May 21 @ 5:45pm Teen Tuesdays @ Riverside Teen Thursdays @ Weaver Laptops, Wii, games, and sometimes snacks! After school (3-4pm.)

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Read Down Your Fines @ Weaver and Riverside

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

Activities For Children

Weekly Storytimes - January 20 through May 16, 2014 Registration is not required. Half hour storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities. Storytimes will not meet during February (Feb. 17-21) and April (Apr. 20-25) school vacation weeks. Tuesdays, 1:30pm, ages 3 - 6 @ Riverside Wednesdays, 9:30am, ages birth - 36 months @ Riverside Wednesdays, 6:30pm, ages 2 – 6 @ Weaver Thursdays, 9:30am, ages birth – 36 months @ Weaver Thursdays, 10:30am, ages 3 – 6 @ Weaver Saturdays, 10:00am, ages 2 - 6 @ Weaver

MINECRAFT

Monday, May 11 & June 15, 3:00-4:30, Grades 5+ @Weaver Tuesday, May 19, 3:00-4:30, Grades 2-5 @Weaver Minecraft is one of the most popular video games of all time. Players can build whatever their minds can imagine in this openworld game unlike any other. The concept is similar to LEGOs, only the amount of blocks is limitless.

LEGOs at the Library

Tuesday, Tues., May 12, 3:45-4:45 @Weaver Grades K-5 LEGO fans can build alongside other kids who love LEGOs. Come explore the open-ended possibilities of creating with LEGOs.

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Dirt Cup Craft

Wednesday, May 13, 3:00-4:30pm @Riverside

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All ages.

Pudding, gummy worms, cookies, yum!

Writing Workshop For Ages 10+ Mondays, May 18, June 22, 3:30-4:30pm @Weaver Fun creative writing exercises, free books, snacks, and activities to spark your creativity. No registration required.

Recycled Craft @Weaver

Tuesdays, May 26, 3:45-4:45pm

Grades 1-5 Use recycled materials to create interesting and unique crafts. Registration is not required.

Movie For Ages 10+

Thursday, May 21, 5:45pm @Riverside

Night at the Museum 3: Secret of the Tomb (2014, 98 min., rated PG) will be shown on the big screen. Snacks provided.

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For more information, contact the location where the activity is being held, or the main Youth Services Department at 434-2453. Pamela Schwieger, Youth Services Coordinator East Providence Public Library 41 Grove Ave. East Providence, RI 02914, 401-434-2453

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Thomas Turner III and Alyssa Martins Engaged

Thomas Turner Jr. And Michelle Turner are proud to announce the engagement of their son, Thomas Turner III, to Alyssa Martins of East Providence. The couple started dating on February 10, 2010 and gave been inseparable since. They were high school sweethearts and now they have begun the next chapter of the rest of their lives. They plan to tie the knot on June 23, 2018. Three years will fly by for these two!

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Troop 45 Visits East Providence Police Station

Members of East Providence Daisy Troop 45 earned their “Respecting Authority” petal and Police Tour badge by visiting the East Providence Police Station. Sergeant Mark Norton and Officer Tammy David led the girls on a tour of the station which included: dispatch, locker rooms, holding cells, and training rooms. They then spoke to them about personal and home safety and how important it is for them to know their phone numbers and addresses.

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Members of East Providence Brownie Troop 519 had a terrific visit to Twinkle Toes Dance Studio in Riverside! They had gone there to fulfill the requirements for their Dance badge. The Scouts learned about the importance of doing stretching exercises before dancing. They also learned different dance moves and steps. They even choreographed their own dance routine! The troop members would like to thank Miss Jordan and the staff of Twinkle Toes Dance Studio for an amazing day.

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Troop 473 Attends Tabletop Game Day

Members of East Providence Girl Scout Troop 473 attended the International Tabletop Game Day on Saturday, April 11th, at the Girl Scout main office in Warwick. Expert game designers, inventors, writers, marketers, and graphic artists from Hasbro spoke to them about making board games and marketing them globally. Each speaker talked to the troop members about their particular specialty and answered any questions the girls may have had. The girls later played games with the experts and even took home a board game! The troop members said that they had a fantastic day!

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SPOTLIGHT ON SPORTS Sports Update By Bob Rodericks

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On Saturday March 28th, 2015 the East Providence AYSO Dragons comprised primarily of U9 and U10 boys and playing up in age in the U12B Division won their championship tournament at the Wide World of Indoor Sports in North Kingstown. The Dragons finished their second U12 winter indoor session with a regular season record of 7 wins and 1 loss, finishing in first place. They led the league in offense and defense, scoring 52 goals and allowing only 11 goals. The Dragons faced the Warwick Firefighters team in the semi-finals and came away with a 5-2 victory to propel them to the finals against the second place team, Rams FC Liverpool. The Rams FC with a 7-1 record had defeated the Dragons only two weeks earlier in a close 4-3 match. The Dragons were excited for the opportunity at a rematch with the Rams FC in the finals. In a hard fought championship match the Dragons turned on their high powered offense and locked down their defense to come away with a convincing 5-1 victory against a very good, tough and physical Rams FC team. This latest Dragons’ victory capped off a very successful 2014-2015 winter indoor season. The majority of these boys competed in both the U10 and U12 divisions at the Sherwood Ultra Sports and the Wide World of Indoor Sports facilities during the two winter sessions. The Dragons won all four of their league divisions coming away with four championship trophies. Coach Bob DaSilva said, “These boys have had a marvelous run these past few months. Their success is a testament to their commitment to practice hard and their desire to continue to improve and grow. I am so proud of these boys and the progress they continue to make.” The Dragons are now preparing to start the outdoor Spring Super Liga tournament. To learn more about the AYSO Region 715 go to www.aysoregion715.net and you can also follow the Dragons at www.facebook.com/epdragons.

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In a baseball game that East Providence labeled a must win, things didn’t look good for the Townies in a game against Barrington High last month for several innings. With the score tied at 2, Barrington scored 5 runs in the top half of the 6th inning to take a 7-2 lead. Barrington pitcher Andrew Rodriques was keeping the Townies at bay with an array of slow curves and change-ups. But the Townies bats awakened in the bottom half of the 6th inning as EP exploded for 9 runs to hold on for an 11-7 win. Townie pitcher Kyle Marquis had 7 strikeouts for the complete game win. The Townies have a 4-4 record in their first year back at Division One. EPHS Volleyball: The boys volleyball team opened its season on the road at Tolman and Barrington. The Townies beat Tolman 3-1 (25-11, 2523. 25-27, 25-19) despite struggling offensively. The team then travelled to neighboring Barrington and playing with a little more confidence and fewer errors the Townies won 3-0 (25-12, 25-11, 25-5). EP is in 3rd place with a 4-4 record. EPHS Boys and Girls Lacrosse The boys Lacrosse is at 1-4 for the year while the girls Lacrosse team is at 1-3 to date. EPHS Boys Outdoor Track The boys track team is undefeated with a 3-0 record. EPHS Girls Outdoor Track Outdoor track is in 4th place with a 2-2 record. Bay View Academy Bay View Lacrosse has a 2-5 record in 4th place. Bay View softball is at 2-3 while in 3rd place. The school is struggling in volleyball at 1-17.

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Local Resident on LaSalle Hockey Title Team

Alexander Newton of East Providence was a varsity member of the State Champion LaSalle hockey team. Newton’s name was left off a previous list of local players for LaSalle. Congrats to Alexander on his championship.

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A committee comprised of EPHS Football team parents, Friends of Townie Athletics Organization members, EP Junior Townies parents and community members has been formed to assist EPHS Football Coach Jay Monteiro in his fundraising efforts for the purpose of purchasing new uniforms for his football team. The ultimate goal is to raise $15,000. The first fundraising event is a Pasta Dinner which will take place on Friday, May 8, 2015, 6-8 pm, Kanelos Dining Hall, East Providence High School. Tickets are $10 pp. Children under 5 are free. Menu: Pasta, Meatballs, Tossed Salad, Bread and Butter, Desserts and Beverages. Raffles and a Silent Auction will be held throughout the evening. All scores and stats above are as of this writing. Updates will follow on ReporterToday.com. Send in your sports stories to: bobrodericks@gmail.com.

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On Saturday, March 14, the AYSO U12 Scorpions competitive team finished off the second session at Sherwood Ultra Sports in Seekonk as the Boys U12 C East Champions! The Scorpions battled for first place with Bristol Blackhawks throughout the entire session, leaving both teams hungry for the finals. With a tie for first place, the Scorpions were matched up to play against a strong and determined, EP United. After a tied 25 minute semi-final, the Scorpions went head to head in a shootout leaving Samuel Warr to defend in net and take the final shot to win the game, 4-3. Advancing to the finals, the Scorpions faced Bristol Blackhawks once again. Both teams put forth their greatest efforts but the AYSO defense line held strong and pushed the ball forward allowing a strong header into the net by Ryan Amoroso and a remarkable hat trick by Nicholas Bento. At the end of the second half, the AYSO Scorpions were crowned the Division Champions with a 4-2 win. The team is now in their competitive spring season outdoors to face teams throughout Rhode Island.

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East Providence Youth Basketball League 2015 Winner Congrats toÂ Coach Cory WallÂ and his EPRD Basketball Friars team, Connor Gordon, Jaden Pena, Ben Sears, Joey Paolo, Zachary Russell, Jacob Miguel, Tyler Germano and Jayden Barber, on winning the championship against the Rec. Weckers in the East Providence Recreation Center Youth Basketball League.

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Bay View Academy Students Inducted Into Four Prestigious Honor Societies For Mathematics, Science, Social Studies And English East Providence, RI – On April 13th, ninety-one Bay View Academy Upper School students were honored for academic excellence in the subjects of Mathematics, English, Social Studies and Science, through the induction into four national honor societies: Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society, Excalibur National Honor Society for Excellence in Science, the Catherine McAuley Chapter of the National English Honor Society and Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society through the National Council for the Social Studies. These honor societies exist at Bay View in addition to the Academy’s chapter of the National Honor Society. Inductees by city/town in our area: Rehoboth, MA; Samantha Crausman: English, Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa Rehoboth, MA; Catherine Donnelly: Excalibur Rehoboth, MA; Abigail Tidwell: Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa Rehoboth, MA; Emma Tremont: Rho Kappa Seekonk, MA; Amelia Brown: Excalibur Seekonk, MA; Sarah Pangborn: Rho Kappa East Providence, RI; Sydnie-Grace Merlino: English, Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa East Providence, RI; Tracy Bettencourt: English, Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa East Providence, RI; Shannon Briden: English, Rho Kappa East Providence, RI; Marta Calise: English, Rho Kappa East Providence, RI; Emily Machado: Rho Kappa East Providence, RI; Taylor Moravec: Rho Kappa East Providence, RI; Soraya PierreLouis: Rho Kappa *East Providence, RI; Delia Sosa: English, Excalibur, Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa *Delia was inducted into all four honor societies.

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SCHOOL NEWS Bay View Academy Students Receive Top Awards At Rhode Island Science And Engineering Fair (RISEF) East Providence, RI – Bay View Academy students in Middle and Upper School participated in the Rhode Island Science and Engineering Fair on March 21 - 22 at the CCRI - Knight Campus. Six students were award First Grants; nine earned Second Grants; and, two earned Third Grants. Junior Mackenzie DeFaria (Pawtucket, RI) was one of the First Grant award winners, a finalist for Best in Fair, and a special award winner. Lily Gucfa (Rehoboth, MA), grade eight, was a First Grant winner as well, and she also qualified to apply for the Broadcom Masters Competition. Bay View Upper School students participate in RISEF of their own volition, as an independent research project. According to Janell Johnson, Ph.D. (Cranston, RI), Upper School science teacher, “these projects took months to complete and required an immeasurable amount of intellectual brainstorming and problem solving.” Students who wish to be considered for Bay View’s Chapter of the Excalibur National Honor Society for Excellence in Science are required to have completed a science fair project for RISEF. All eighth grade Middle School students participate in the Bay View science fair. Only the top projects, as judged by a panel of Bay View Upper School faculty, are selected to progress to RISEF. The following are the results for the Bay View students who competed at the Rhode Island Science and Engineering Fair in March: Grade Eight: Lily Gucfa, First Grant, Qualified for Broadcom Masters, Rehoboth, MA Tania Turenne, First Grant, Attleboro, MA Grace Farrow, Second Grant, Providence, RI Sophia Javid, Second Grant, Coventry, RI Olesya Tamburro, Second Grant, Cumberland, RI Grace Holden, Third Grant, East Providence, RI Upper School: Mackenzie DeFaria, Best in Fair Finalist, First Grant, Special Award, Pawtucket, RI Sarah Bain, First Grant, Smithfield, RI Amelia Brown, First Grant, Seekonk, MA Jillian Lee, First Grant, North Scituate, RI Madeline Brannon, Second Grant, Special Award, Warwick, RI Victoria Castano, Second Grant, Special Award, Portsmouth, RI Cassandra Gendron, Second Grant, Cranston, RI Catherine Donnelly, Second Grant, Rehoboth, MA Taylor DeNuccio ‘18 Second Grant, Special Award, East Greenwich, RI Rebekah Pendrak ‘18 Second Grant, North Providence, RI Krystyna Kula ‘17 Third Grant, Smithfield, RI

MS US RISEF 2015 Back Row, L to R: Lily Gucfa of Rehoboth, Jillian Lee, Victoria Castano, Amelia Brown of Seekonk, Sarah Bain, Rebekah Pendrak, Olesya Tamburro; Middle Row, L to R: Catherine Donnelly of Rehoboth, Cassandra Gendron, Krystyna Kula, Taylor DeNuccio; Front Row, L to R: Grace Holden of East Providence, Sophia Javid, MacKenzie DeFaria, Grace Farrow, Tania Turenne. Photo Credit: Lori DesVergnes

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SCHOOL NEWS Martin Middle School News

Due to the number of snow days (6) accumulated, the district agreed to add two of the days on to the end of the school year and the last day of school will be June 24, 2015. The other 4 days will be made up by adding 15 minutes onto the beginning and 15 minutes onto the end of every school day. This began April 16 and will continue through the end of the school year on June 24, 2015. Amended schedules for MMS can be found on the school’s website: epschoolsri.com/martin The Martin Robotics finished off their year of competition recently at the Robot Block Party held at Brown University’s Pizzitola Center. This event held on Saturday, April 11th was a celebration of Nat’l Robotics Week and our squad from Martin, arrived early and were well represented. Thank you to all the Robotic Team members, volunteers, and Mr. Hargreaves for another successful year.

Robotic elephant designed and programmed by students, Congratulations to Kya Abatiello, winner of the 2015 ARTS Scholarship Award! PPAC, Providence Performing Arts Center’s ARTS Scholarships program provides an opportunity for talented Rhode Island youth to attend local summer arts education programs to broaden their artistic experiences in a chosen area of study. The program began in 1996 when a portion of the proceeds from the First Annual Greater Providence Gospel Fest was designated for arts scholarships for 10 Providence Students. Since then, 468 scholarships have been awarded. Kya will be recognized, along with other winners throughout the state, on Monday, May 4th at PPAC. For the second consecutive year, one of our Martin Middle School students has been chosen to receive an ARTS Scholarship. Way to go, Kya! Congratulations also goes out to the 8th grade students who successfully completed the 21st Century Technology Assessment. Martin Middle School scored well above the state average score of 294. Students who are “proficient” score between 300- 400 points. The MMS overall score was 317! This RI state requirement allows students to showcase their computer skills in 6 different curriculum areas: creativity/innovation, critical thinking/ problem solving, research/information fluency, technology operations/concepts, digital citizenship, communication/collaboration.

Students (Cedric Petion, Joseph Teixeira, and Taj Nibblett) prepping for event. Honorable mention goes to the following students who all scored in the “Advanced” range (400-500): Mamata Head Lily Carlson Vilette Babbitt Jillian Aronhalt Kendall Jones Samuel Silverstein Cedric Petion Vicky Nguyen Sabrina Costa Donovan Paiva Ryan Wood Jarod Garcia Max Legassey Mikayla Medeiros Melissa Moniz Brianna Viveiros Sarah Downes Haley Solomito Lance Couto Taylor Heck In Addition, the following students achieved a “Proficient” rating by scoring between 300 and 400 points which is above the state average: Maya Foster, Nate Mottur, Nikolai Zakrzewski, Felix Gonzalez, Jakie Osei, Tyler Martins, Sean Salisbury, Aaliyah Dorsey, Armon Smith, Isac Santos, Robyn Levasseur, Alex Roman, Lynette Sam, Nicoi Thomas, Kassidy Langie, Elisiah Pereira, Madison Hampton, Alyssa Alba, Andrew Silva, Trevor Heck, Amy Yang, Kaylee Brosco, Jenna Macnie, Kevin Sousa, Matthew Bento, Clara Cruz, Logan Rinaldi, Makayla Araujo, Jacon Belanger, Zainab Almaarrawi, Sabrina Soares, Jelviana Gamboa, Nick Amaral, Elizabeth Adamjan, Tianna Dossantos, Hannah Jorgenson, Noah Callejas, Skylar Machado, Justice Laduke, Dennis Urquhart, Austin Correia, Jared Lopes, Marissa Ferrari, Jose Luis, Jason Santiago, Madison Campbell, Jake Freitas, Esther Mulamba, Noah Kollett, Sabrina Martins, Carolina Medeiros, Andrew Perry, Ryan Fernandes, Zayd Jefferson, Mikayla Defontes, Olivia Soares, Alyssa Vieira, Christiana Rebollo, Christina Fernandes, Amaya Dacier, Hayleigh Rivers, Hayley Teodoro, Talia Quaresma, Alexia Moniz, Kayla Harris, Helen Kondon, Mariana Matteson, Joshua Hanley, Jason Cabral, Danielle Brennan, Angela Braga, Arianna Curvelo, Andrew Debrito, Deonna Cooley, Julianna Cherry, Katherine Felix, Cameron Romero, John Voll, John Lameiro and Colby Paiva. Martin Middle has gone green with our new “Green Machine”, a hydroponic plant unit that houses up to 64 plants. A gift received from Acopia Harvest International for hosting the Eat Healthy RI kickoff in March, we are just finishing our first harvest of with the machine that yield basil, honey basil, kale and a tomato plant. The best part of the experience is that the harvest of basil and lemon basil has been donated back to the school’s kitchen for use. During the past month, students from Ms. Letendre and Mr. Riley’s 6th grade Science classes spent an overnight trip to Alton Jones Campus at URI. Studying nature up close in a beautiful setting, students learned about the living and non-living parts of

May 2015 The Reporter ecosystems and how they interact. At Alton Jones, students gain an understanding and appreciation of the natural world while learning about themselves and working collaboratively with others. Thank you to both teachers and the many parents and family members who assisted in chaperoning the event. The second round of PARCC testing (the End of Year Assessment) will begin on May 11th. This round will be shorter with just 2 tests each in English Language Arts and Math. 8th grade students will also be taking Science NECAP Assessments from May 5th-7th. The following events will be hosted by the Martin Middle School Music Department: Wednesday 5/6 - MMS Band Spring Concert Thursday 5/14 - MMS Chorus Spring Concert Both events will begin promptly at 7:00pm

Riverside Middle School Musical Theater "The Little Mermaid" May 14,15,16 at 7pm

Come under the sea as Riverside Middle Schools’ Musical Theater Company presents the Disney classic The Little Mermaid. Join Ariel and her friends in this fully staged musical event. Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s 2008 Broadway production. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home - and her fins - behind and live in the world above. But first she’ll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking. Starring Megan Amore as Ariel, Zachary Garcia as Prince Eric, Zion Hall as Sebastian, Zach Dias as Flounder, Alison Hughett as Scuttle, Michelle Northup as Ursula, and a full cast of 50 various merfolk and sea creatures. Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday May 14, 15, and 16 at 7:00 pm at Riverside Middle School. Tickets are $5.00 for student’s k-12 and $8.00 for adults and can be purchased at Riverside Middle School.

Saint Margaret School’s Scientists in the Making

As Principal of Saint Margaret School in Rumford, I get a tremendous sense of joy when students develop a passion for STEM education. STEM, which stands for science, technology, engineering and math, is a critical component of a child’s education. Sadly, employers have difficulty in filling high-skill jobs, and American students are falling behind their global peers in STEM subjects. If you look at the stats, we need to get better as a nation in supporting students in STEM learning. It is to the benefit of students individually and to us as a society. On the individual level, a student who chooses to pursue a strong education in STEM typically enjoys better career prospects with higher earnings potential and greater job security. On a societal level, it is vital that the U.S. has the highly-skilled workers necessary for continued innovation on the world stage. According to the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI), jobs in computer systems design and other related services that are reliant on strong foundations in math and problem solving are expected to grow by 45% by 2018. At the same time, the U.S. may be short three million highly-skilled workers also by 2018, based on data from NMSI. A shortage of skilled workers doesn’t bode well for society or for our country’s competitive edge in the global economy. Educators, professionals and parents alike can all help inspire students’ passion for STEM subjects. This will help students develop necessary 21st century life skills, and build upon their innate sense of wonder and awe in understanding the world around them. As a Principal, I enjoy seeing the progress that students make and the hard work they put into their studies every day. Recently,

our 8 grade class displayed the culmination of their work, after months of research, in Saint Margaret School’s Annual Science and Engineering Fair. Students chose a topic, developed a project idea, created a research plan, and conducted experiments to test their theories under the guidance of our science teacher Dr. Helen Flavin. In preparation for the fair, students searched a wealth of data, designed a question to be tested, and enjoyed finding out that they too can find their own answers. Such inquiry promotes creativity and innovation. Whether one grows up to be a scientist or not, the ability to imagine and then design solutions allows someone to take his or her dreams and use them to transform our world. We can all help to spark that joy of exploring STEM subjects for today’s students and those of tomorrow. We also need to celebrate and encourage students’ achievements. So I’d be remiss not to recognize and congratulate the winners of this year’s Annual Science and Engineering Fair at Saint Margaret School. I would like to congratulate the following students, and frankly all of the 8th grade class, for their outstanding work this year in becoming scientists in the making. All of Saint Margaret School’s winners had the chance to compete in the Rhode Island State Science Fair, which took place on March 21, 2015. th

Eighth grader Michael Janczar’s exhibit of “Strongest Bridge Designs” received a “Best in Fair” award in addition to his “Gold Medal.” He also received an invitation to compete in the Broadcom Masters Program. Hayley Furtado received a “Gold Medal” and also a Special Award in Food Science for her project “Rethink What You Drink” (Soft Drinks and Health) Jaclyn Martin received a “Gold Medal” for her project “Pyrocyctis Fusiformis and Bioluminescence.” Phoebe Dodge received a “Silver Medal” and a NSAP (Naval Science Awards Program) Award for her project “Down in the Valley: Does Age Affect the Uncanny Valley?” Sloane Larsen received a “Silver Medal” for her project “Can Looks Kill?” Kylie McLaughlin received a “Bronze Medal” and a NSAP Award for her project “Optical Illusions.” Andrew Marzetta received a “Bronze Medal” for his project on “Marble Roller Coaster.” Inspiring and helping students gain confidence in STEM disciplines is something that all of us can impact as parents and as teachers. It is not only good for students, but also for us as a society. Guy D. Alba, Ed.D., is Principal of Saint Margaret School in Rumford.

Winners included: (Left to Right) Hayley Furtado, Jaclyn Martin, Michael Janczar, Sloane Larsen, Phoebe Dodge, Kylie McLaughlin, and Andrew Marzetta.

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From the State House Rep. Amore Bill Keeps Guns Out Of the Hands of Violent Domestic Abusers STATE HOUSE – Nearly two-thirds of female homicide victims killed with firearms were killed by an intimate partner, according to the Violence Policy Center. According to the Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence, domestic violence victims are five times more likely to be killed by their abuser if the abuser is a firearms owner. The clear solution, according to Rep. Gregg Amore (D-Dist. 65, East Providence), is to get firearms out of the hands of violent domestic offenders. “I understand the concerns of individuals who think that any attempt to restrict firearm ownership is a potential slippery slope,” said Representative Amore. “Yet in domestic violence situations, allowing individuals convicted of an offense to own a weapon is turning a blind eye to the potential danger that can, and often does, result. I believe, in this case, we must err on the side of protecting lives.” Representative Amore this year has introduced legislation, 2015-H 5872, which will prohibit from purchasing, owning or possessing a firearm any individual who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime involving domestic violence. The legislation adds domestic violence offenses to state law that already bars gun ownership for those convicted, in this state or elsewhere, of other crimes of violence. “We need to take guns out of the hands of abusive people,” said Representative Amore, whose bill is supported by the Office of the Attorney General and the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Enactment of the legislation would bring Rhode Island in line with federal law that bars people convicted of domestic violence from owning or buying a gun. It would also add Rhode Island to the list of 15 states and the District of Columbia which already have such a prohibition. Under the legislation, which was heard recently by the House Committee on Judiciary, offenses punishable as petty misdemeanors (such as domestic disorderly conduct) would be excluded from the firearm prohibition. The bill also provides that an individual who has had a conviction expunged or set aside or whose civil rights have been restored would not be considered a prohibited person.

“I think all rational people can see the merit of barring violent domestic abusers from having guns and the need, as a result, to enact this legislation to bring clarity to the law and to increase recognition of the danger domestic violence victims face from armed abusers,” said Representative Amore. In fact, he said, a recent poll by the New England Journal of Medicine found that more than 73 percent of gun owners and more than 72 percent of non-gun owners support a 10-year prohibition of gun ownership after a domestic violence conviction. “I believe this legislation will achieve one important goal – to add more protection for victims of domestic violence against their aggressors,” he said. Held by the Judiciary Committee for further study, the bill’s co-sponsors include Rep. Christopher R. Blazejewski (D-Dist. 2, Providence), Rep. Katherine S. Kazarian (D-Dist. 63, East Providence), Rep. Edith H. Ajello (D-Dist. 1, Providence) and Rep. Robert E. Craven (D-Dist. 32, North Kingstown). Representative Amore, who is serving his second term in the House of Representatives, is a member of the House Committee on Health, Education and Welfare, the House Committee on Finance and the House Committee on Municipal Government. He is also, this session, a Deputy Majority Leader.

Rep. Kazarian Bill Calls for Major Increase of Social Workers in RI Schools State House – On the evening of Wednesday, April 1, Rep. Katherine S. Kazarian’s (D-Dist. 63, East Providence) bill, 2015-H 5495, was heard before the House Committee on Health, Education & Welfare in the House Lounge of the State House. “We need to invest more in our children. This bill would work to make sure our chil-

Rep. Kazarian dren are receiving the help that they need in order to develop and learn properly,” said Rep. Kazarian. “This legislation specifically calls for more social workers in our schools because they are licensed by the Department of Health and have clinical training. Their role is defined as a link between children, families, schools and medical professionals. They are literally the last line of defense in preventing tragic events from taking place within our schools.” Rep. Kazarian’s bill would require at least one full-time certified school social worker for every 400 students within a school. Last year, the School Social Work Association of America endorsed a model which recommends one social worker for every 250 students. Currently, Rhode Island’s Board of Regents Regulations for Elementary & Secondary Education Governing the Education of Children with Disabilities only requires a school district with 2,500 enrolled students to employ one full-time social worker. “School shootings are all too common these days. We need to do a better job of providing services that will prevent such horrific events from ever happening again,” added Rep. Kazarian.

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IN MEMORIAM Marjorie Rose Couri, 79, of Riverside, passed away peacefully on Monday surrounded by her loving family. Muriel E. Duarte, 85, formerly of Heath Street passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at Waterview Villa. Virginia B. Nunes 66, passed away on Saturday, April 04, 2015. Dorothy L. Angell, 86, of Rumford, RI, devoted wife and mother, passed away on April 4, 2015 at the Philip Hulitar Home and Hospice Center of RI surrounded by family. Thomas W. “Sonny” Lawson, 86, of East Providence died on April 4, 2015.

Dennis Michael Hicks Jr., 38

Dennis Michael Hicks Jr., 38, died April 6, 2015, after a courageous fight against Ewing Sarcoma bone cancer. Dennis had a great passion for fishing, boating and water sports. He was well known for having the loudest cheer at his friend’s and children’s sporting events. Dennis loved the quiet country life with the odd mix of animals he and his wife raised. He was a respected diesel mechanic, employed at Winnipesaukee Truck in Belmont, his second home and family. Before moving to New Hampshire, Dennis worked for Miller Truck Service in Central Falls and Altrui Brothers Truck Sales of East Providence, Rhode Island. He also had previously worked for Morin’s Catering in Attleboro. Dennis’s memories will carry on through his wife, Jennifer (Tobin) Hicks; his son Ryder, daughter Jorja, and stepdaughters Morgan and Riley. Dennis leaves his parents, Dennis and Donna Hicks of Delaware and in-laws Bill and Faith Tobin of New Hampshire; brother, Jay Souza and wife Amanda and their children, Anna, Peter, and Nicholas of Massachusetts. He was the first born grandchild of Gus and Marie Hicks, of Seekonk. Dennis’s friends and family will miss his amazing smile and blue eyes, his contagious laugh, his energetic spirit, his hard work ethic, his crazy dancing and most of all his courage. He left us too soon. Dennis graduated from Seekonk High School in the early nineties. A memorial service was held in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. A private service will be held later in the spring.

Patricia, A. Oldrid, 83, of Colony Road, Riverside, died peacefully on April 4, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Filipe Gaspar, of East Providence passed away Monday at Orchard View Manor. George D. DeSenna 55, of Mitchellville, Maryland and formerly of East Providence passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, Maryland. Janet Elizabeth (Sylvia) KenahanHanrahan, 88, of Riverside, died on Wednesday, April 8, 2015. Joseph T. Ledo, 88, of Goldsmith Avenue and formerly of Orchard Street passed away Sunday April 5, 2015 at Linn Health Care Center. Lydia, E. Brownhill, 92, of East Bay Manor, Wampanoag Trial, died peacefully on April 6, 2015 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence. Gloria G. Pallotto 78, passed away peacefully Thursday at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center surrounded by her loving family and dear friends. Arline T., Butterworth, 93, wife of the late Hubert Austin Butterworth, died, on March 22, 2015. Dorothy M. Casey, 71, of Brown Street passed away on Friday, April 10, 2015 at Rhode Island Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Lucia “Lucy” Bigotti, 93, of Pawtucket Ave., Rumford, died Tuesday morning, April 14, 2015.

Irene Jackson, 73, of Jenks Street, East Providence, died on her birthday, Sunday, April 12, 2015. Virginia (Thomas) Solomon, 93, of Grosvenor Ave, East Providence, died peacefully Monday, April 13, 2015 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. Arthur Lee Davey, 69, died on April 11th. Priscilla E. (Silva) Fratantuono, passed away peacefully at her home on April 14, 2015. John M. Fahey, 81, of Pawtucket Avenue, died Sunday April 20, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Gabriel D. Gomes, age 76, of Benson Ave., died April 21, 2015 at home surrounded by his loving family. Franco M. Sordoni, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2015 at the Philip Hulitar Center in Providence. John H. Carpenter, 69, of East Providence, passed away Wednesday. Palmira A. Dias, 74, passed away on Thursday April 16, 2015 at the Waterview Villa Nursing Home. Elizabeth, K., (Ryan) Hurley, 91, of “Harborview”, 3663 Pawtucket Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on April 16, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Damien S. Spellman, 53, passed away April 22, 2015. Robert, J. Tierney, 87, of Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully at home on April 26, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Thomas Braxton, of East Providence, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 25.

AARP East Providence Chapter #1302

The AARP East Providence Chapter #1302 will be holding its Annual June Installation Luncheon on Thursday, June 4th at 12:00 pm at the Wharf Tavern on 215 Water Street in Warren, RI. Tickets are $22.00 (Twenty Two Dollars) each for your choice of Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Chicken Marsala or an 8oz Prime Rib. All entrées come with a salad, potato, vegetable, dessert and coffee. Tickets may be purchased at the May 7 meeting or by calling Barbara Thornton at 433-0283. The RSVP deadline is May 28. Guests and new members are welcome.

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East Providence Senior Center News Older Americans Month “Get into the Act”

Each May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) celebrates Older Americans Month to recognize older Americans for their contributions to the nation. In honor of the upcoming 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA), we are focused on how older adults are taking charge of their health, getting engaged in their communities, and making a positive impact in the lives of others. The theme for Older Americans Month 2015 is “Get into the Act.” The OAA was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson in 1965. It provides a nationwide aging services network and funding that helps older adults live with dignity in the communities of their choice for as long as possible. These services include home-delivered and congregate meals, caregiver support, community-based assistance, preventive health services, personal care, transportation, job training, ombudsman services, legal assistance, and elder abuse prevention. By providing a variety of resources in these areas, ACL works year-round to support the goals of the OAA. We hope to use this Older Americans Month as a vehicle for individual and community empowerment. By promoting and engaging in activity, wellness, and inclusivity, more Americans than ever before can “Get into the Act.”

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

The mission of the east providence senior center is to assist, inform and enrich the lives of all persons 55 years of age and older or disabled persons in the East Providence area

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Tuesday, May 5th 10:30-Noon

Michael Foster, Medicare Coverage Specialist from Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI, will be here on Tuesday, May 5 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. This will be a great opportunity to ask questions about your health insurance needs. Michael will have information on Blue CHiP for Medicare, Plan 65 and Dental for you to take home!

The Washington Trust Company Tuesday, May 12th. 10:30-12:00

Stop by and meet East Providence Branch Manager Paul Pimentel and learn more about financial services/needs.

Home Instead Senior Care Wednesday, May 13th

Come find out about the exceptional Caregiving Services in which Home Instead provides. Stop by to hear more about our services. While you’re there, grab a sample of some delicious chocolate and learn about the various health benefits associated with dark chocolate!

Shred a Thon

Friday, May 15th 9-11am

You may bring 2 banker boxes to be shredded. Sponsored by the Attorney General’s office. Doc Shredding will take place in the parking lot.

Riverside Animal Hospital

Tuesday, May 19th 10:30-12:00

198 Waterman Ave., East Providence, RI A Health Concepts, Ltd. Facility

* 5 Star Facility * Free Basic Cable * Outdoor Courtyard * 24 Hour Skilled Nursing * Medicare & Medicaid Certified * Accepting most insurances

Eastgate Celebrates National Nursing Home Week! “Bring on the Fiesta!”

May 10th-15th

Celebrating Our 27th Year Of Serving Our Community • Short & long term care • Physical, speech, occupational & I.V. Therapies • Respite Care • Wound Care • Tube Feedings • Hospice • Cardiac / Pulmonary Rehabilitation • Social outings & activities • Exercise Programs • Community Affiliations

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Dr. Lisa Connor will be here to talk about the services they provide for companion animals and their owners. The hospital offers same day appointments, convenient hours, full service boarding, reasonable fees and friendly and experienced doctors and staff. Stop by to talk with her and see how you may benefit from their array of services. Visit their web site www.riversid eanimalhos pitalri. com for more information.

Steere House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Tuesday, May 26th. 10:30-12:00

Experienced nursing care and rehabilitation for short-term and long-term care. Whether you or your loved one is recovering from surgery, a serious illness or an injury, Steere House understands the challenge of choosing the best quality care setting. Admissions Coordinator, Stephanie Dean, will be available to answer any questions you may have, provide brochures and applications and much more!

RIPTA ID Bus Passes

Friday, May 29th 11:30am to 2pm

Photo identification bus passes will be available to seniors and other qualified individuals with valid documentation. Identification cards for people with disabilities and senior passes cost $25.00 (cash only) and are valid for 5 years.

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Support Groups

jewelry, Boyd’s Bears, handmade items and crafts.

Wednesday, May 6th 1:30 - 3:00pm

All books and puzzles are donated by members and the community at large. Proceeds are used to purchase newer books for our library. All books and puzzles are 25 cents each.

Stroke Club

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

Friday, May 15th 12:45pm - 3:00pm

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

Caregiver’s Support

Monday, May 18th 10:30 - 11:30am

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

Thursday, May 28th, 1:00 - 2:30pm

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

General Services

Elder Resource Specialist

Our Elder Resource Specialist assists the elderly and their families in providing information /referral and assistance with accessing services and programs.

Nutrition Program

The center provides a nutritional meal to approximately 100 seniors per day. The Cranston Senior Center provides the meals. See menu on back cover.

Case Management / Senior Services

The center coordinates with East Bay Community Action Program Inc., for all casework and follow-ups. Protective Services Council, made up of city departments and mental health/social service agencies, meets monthly to discuss problems concerning the elderly.

Transportation

The center provides door-to-door transportation to and from the center.

Notary

This service is available in the Administration Office at no charge.

Seminars

Monthly social, educational, and financial seminars on topics relating to seniors.

Gift Shop

The gift shop has many different items for the convenience of the seniors. Small items from candy and greeting cards to

Book Sale

Monday

9:00am Intermediate Yoga 10:30am Beginners Yoga 10:30am Caregivers Support Group (3rd Monday) 1:00pm Pokeno 2:00pm Ballroom Dancing

Tuesday

9:30am Aerobics Exercise 9:30am Watercolor Class 11:00am Tai Chi 12:30pm Watercolor Class 1:25pm BINGO

Wednesday

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

You are doing a good job paying attention to labels but you need a few more facts to help you. Your Health Insurance will cover one complete 4 day session per year. Classes are taught by Certified Nurses, Dietitians, and Pharmacists. Learn the skills to successfully manage your diabetes and meet others with this disease. You are not alone! Please contact the center’s health office at 435-7800, Ext. 7 with any questions and to register. Class size is limited. Preregistration is required.

Blood Pressure Clinics 10:30—11:30am

Wednesday, May 13th Sponsored by Waterview Villa Thursday May 21st Sponsored by Evergreen House Tuesday, May 26th Sponsored by Hattie Ide Chaffee

Dieticians

Thursday

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

Friday

Make The Right Choices. First, Carbohydrates

9:30am Aerobics Exercise 12:45:pm Bridge 1:00pm Craft Class 1:00pm Diabetes Support Group (4th Thursday) 9:00am Billiard League 10:00am Scrabble 10:45am Chair Exercise 11:00am Meditation Class 12:45pm In-Sight Support Group (3rd Friday) 1:20pm Hi Lo Jack League

Daily

8am-4pm Fitness Center 8am-4pm Library 8am-4pm Computer Games 9am-11am Coffee An 11:45am Lunch 2:15pm Coffee Hour

Diabetes Outpatient Education Classes

I’m just beginning to read food labels as I’ve been told by my doctor that my blood sugar is too high and I shouldn’t eat sugar because of my diabetes and weight. I’m always careful to buy the foods that are labeled, “Sugar Free”, however after I eat these foods my blood sugar is still high and they tend to upset my stomach. What do you think I’m doing wrong? Just Wondering…

have the greatest impact on your blood glucose so you need to pay attention to how many carbohydrates you’re eating at each meal. When you eat carbohydrates your body digests them and breaks them apart into sugars, then the sugar is absorbed into your blood as blood sugar. It is blood sugar which, with the help of insulin, gets into your cells and provides you with energy for all that you do. Just by staying away from foods containing sugar on the labels will not keep your blood sugar from going up especially if these foods contain a good deal of carbohydrates. When you’re looking at a label, look first at the Serving Size, then the Total Carbohydrates. This will tell you have many grams of carbohydrates are found in the serving size that is listed. It is important to keep in mind and remember that the grams of dietary fiber and sugar which are found below the Total Carbohydrate are all included in that grams of Total Carbohydrate listed above. Fiber will help to decrease the spike of your blood sugar and choosing foods high in fiber will have all types of healthy benefits. Learning carbohydrate counting is a meal planning continued on next page...

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tool that allows you flexibility in your food choices and can be tailored for your specific needs. It is an adaptable tool that you can use to track the carbohydrates you eat and will help you manage your blood glucose and/or lose some weight. Understanding food labels and making healthy food choices is a learning process. The bottom line is that, “Sugar Free” does not mean “Carbohydrate Free”. It is unfortunate that manufactures and advertiser know how to attract the buyers by splashing across the front of a package, “Sugar Free”. Another fact that many people don’t realize is that often manufacture will remove sugar from the recipe and sweeten the food with sugar alcohols. Sugar alcohols also can effect some people in a negative way by making them have diarrhea or get very bloated or gassy. Sugar alcohols do produce a smaller rise in blood glucose compared to carbohydrates but if used should be used with caution until you understand how these ingredients affect ones system. I would encourage you to meet with the Educators and attend one of the diabetes classes at the Health, Nutrition and Diabetes Education Office at the center to answer these and any other questions you might have about reading food labels, weight loss and diabetes.

Podiatrist

Thursday, May 14th @ 8am.

Dr. Michael Reuter, Podiatrist, will be in the Health Office seeing patients. To schedule your appointment or if you have any questions call Dr. Reuter’s office directly at: 228-7887 and speak with Diane. Dr. Reuter accepts most health major insurance plans.

Therapeutic Touch Is Returning To The Senior Center. Thursdays 9:30am

Therapeutic Touch is a form of energy healing which is based on re-balancing the energy fields that are surrounding the body. T.T. treatments often relieves conditions of stress, anxiety as well as acute or chronic pain. Therapeutic Touch treatment will be provided by Eleanor Leighton, R.N. Eleanor will be available to see clients on Thursday mornings. The cost is $5.00 for 15 minutes. The first session is complimentary. For more information and to schedule an appointment please call Eleanor at 401-433-1392

Over 25 Years of Caring for Our Community Clinical Lab

Wednesday, May 6th @ 8:30am

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

Come and tour our beautiful facility.

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East Side Clinical Lab draws blood work here the first Wednesday of the month. There is no pre-registration, just come in with the lab slip. East Side Clinical Laboratory is a full service laboratory with state of the art equipment, information systems and a variety of reporting options. Testing is completed in the most expeditious time frame possible and results delivered to our clients in an efficient and timely manner. East Side Clinical Laboratory’s mission is to maintain the highest standards of quality while providing our clients with unsurpassed personalized service. Due to this fact, East Side Clinical Laboratory has created a reputation of excellence.

Attention Walkers!!

It is Spring at last and time for the Walking Club to begin. Where: East Providence Senior Center walking trails. When: Each Monday at 9:00 am, beginning May 11, 2015 What Do I Need: A good pair of walking shoes! Cost: Nothing! Meet in the front lobby.

Smart Driving Course

Monday, June 1st 11:30am

AARP introduces a new “Smart Driver Program”. Formerly, “AARP Driver Safety”, the new curriculum contains the latest research & industry insights and exciting new topics. The new workbook contents are participant friendly and easy to follow. The associated program video has been re-formatted and includes interviews with experts. The program fees are $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non-members. NO TESTS! Tony Ballirano, Deputy State Coordinator, will be conducting this program which is open to all. If an insurance discount is one of your objectives, please inquire with your automobile insurer to determine if you qualify for a discount for completing this program. Please bring a lunch or snack especially if you have a medical condition. To register, please sign up in the Administration Office or Call 435-7800 Ext. 3.

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Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for remembering the men and women who died while serving in the country’s armed forces. The holiday, which is observed every year on the last Monday of May, was formerly known as Decoration Day and originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the war. By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who died while in the military service. It typically marks the start of the summer vacation season, while Labor Day marks its end. Many people visit cemeteries and memorials, particularly to honor those who have died in military service. Many volunteers place an American flag on each grave in national cemeteries. Memorial Day is not to be confused with Veterans Day; Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving, while Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans Annual Decoration Days for particular cemeteries are held on a Sunday in late spring or early summer in some rural areas of the American South, notably in the mountain areas. In cases involving a family graveyard where remote ancestors as well as those who were deceased more recently are buried, this may take on the character of an extended family reunion to which some people travel hundreds of miles. People gather on the designated day and put flowers on graves and renew contacts with relatives and others. There often is a religious service and a picnic-like “dinner on the ground,” the traditional term for a potluck meal in which people used to spread the dishes out on sheets or tablecloths on the grass. It is believed that this practice began before the American Civil War and thus may reflect the real origin of the “memorial day” idea.

Tai Chi

A Gentle Way to Help Your Joints

By Barbara Brody, WebMD Feature, Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, MD Maybe your knees twinge, your hips creak, or your shoulders are stiff. There’s an excellent chance that tai chi can help. This meditative martial art -- which features slow, gentle movements and deep breathing -- is a traditional Chinese mindbody practice that traces its roots back thousands of years. In addition to its ancient origins, there’s modern-day evidence that it can help you stay healthy, especially when it comes to caring for your joints.

What Is Tai Chi?

“It almost looks like a slow-motion dance,” says Mary L. Jurisson, MD, a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, who has taught Tai Chi. When you do Tai Chi, you do a series of exercises that flow from one to another, with emphasis on proper posture. “When you watch people doing Tai Chi, you’ll notice that they shift very smoothly and gracefully from one position to another,” Jurisson says. You can take Tai Chi classes in a group. You don’t need a partner for most moves, though Tai Chi’s “push hands practice” involves working in pairs. There are many types of Tai Chi; the Yang style is the most popular. All include circular motions and concentration on breath patterns. Beginners spend time committing specific moves to memory. Later, students learn to develop flow while improving balance and “energetic connection,” says Gene Nelson, a certified master instructor and founder of Empire Tai Chi in Westchester, NY. Tai Chi uses big and small movements, often at the same time. “A single move might require you to step one way and turn your body another while moving your arms in different directions and softly transitioning between legs,” Nelson says.

Senior Center Travel Tuesdays 11Am

May 18-20th Atlantic City/Tropicana $195.00Dbl. Includes 3 days/2nights, $30 Bonus, 2 buffets and Motor coach transportation. May 28th Log Cabin Lobster Fest Tribute to Buddy Holly $89.00 to include: Hors D’oeuvre Welcome Tray, Clam Chowder, Boiled Lobster & BBQ Ribs & Chicken, Corn on the Cob, Baked Potato, Strawberry Ice Cream Sunday, Coffee/Tea, Complimentary Glass of Wine and Fox Motor Coach. June 6th Foxwoods/Captain Jack’s $72.00 to include: Foxwoods Bonus, choice of Lobster or Prime Rib Dinner and Fox Motor Coach. June 17th Gloucester Lobster Cruise $84.00 to include: Cruise on the new Beauport Princess Cruise Ship, a fantastic meal of Caesar Salad, NE Clam Chowder, St. Joseph’s Bread of the Fishermen, Steamed Lobster, Baked Haddock, Steamer Clams, Corn on the Cob, Chocolate Mousse and Fox Motor Coach. June 27th Provincetown Portuguese Festival $45.00: Visit the food courts for authentic Portuguese cuisine, live entertainment. Motor coach transportation.

July 8th Spirit of Boston $75 to include: Cruise, buffet menu of Alaskan Salmon, Crabmeat Stuffed Sole, Chicken Julienne, or Asian Pepper Steak, Salad, Vegetables and Deserts, Entertainment and stop at Boston’s North End and Shop in the boutiques, wine, cheese & pastries abound, and Fox Motor Coach. Aug.1st Foxwoods/Captain Jack’s $72.00 to include: Foxwoods Bonus, choice of Lobster or Prime Rib Dinner and Fox Motor Coach Aug. 12th Salem, Gloucester and Rockport $74.00 to include: the Peabody Essex Maritime Museum, Luncheon at the Gloucester House Restaurant, choice of Baked Scrod or Baked Chicken, Strawberry Shortcake, visit to Rock- port, and Fox Motor Coach Sept. 14-17th Wildwood NJ $360.00 to include: 3 Nights’ Accommodations, 3 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners, a Show at Performing Arts Center, Cocktail Party & Entertainment, Gala Evening w/Dinner, Dancing & Prizes, a Day in Atlantic City, 50’s Themed Cool Scoops Ice Cream Social and Fox Motor Coach. Nov. 30 – Dec. 2nd Indian Head Resort $289.00 to include: 2 Nights’ Accommodations, Luncheon, Dinner, Welcome Cocktail Reception, Breakfast, Entertainment Dancing and a Show, Fox Motor Coach. Sign up at the E. Providence Senior Center Administration Office (401) 435-7800 or Call: Eleanor Monteiro at (401)434-8194 –28 Metacomet Avenue, rumford, ri 02916. No calls before 9:00am or Sundays, Please make your reservations early

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WANTED

Flower Vases Wanted: Please donate, I can pick up; call Debbie at 401-632-3602. (e715) WANTED: Civil War, WW1, WW2, Anything to do with military; helmets, knives, uniforms, guns, HAVE (license), anything related to wartime, will pay cash for items, ask for Charles, 508-230-6444; call anytime thanks. (e416) 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. Call Ron @ 508-217-8074. (e515)

FOR RENT

For Rent: Dighton/Rehoboth area, great studio apt. in country setting, but close to everything. $700/mth. w/ elec. No smoking or pets. Also lg. loft w/ plenty of room for yoga, holistic healing herbs, ect. w/ rooms for gardens, let’s talk. Also commercial land near intersection w/ high traffic count on Rt.44. For more info call Al 774-218-1959. (e515) Commercial space/warehouse for rent in industrial park: commercial space for rent located in Pawtucket. 2300 Sq ft, 12’ overhead door, own utilities, bathroom and office. Very clean space. Perfect for small business or storage. Located in industrial park. Call tony at 401-639-1749. (E515) Dighton/Rehoboth Ma: Great 2 Br w/ Beehive oven in living area. Bath and storage. Large patio w/ garden; could make office, business, and living combo. $1,000 per month w/ electric. Also large loft would make unique place for yoga, massage therapy, art, etc. $800 per month w/ electric. No smoking or pets. Call 774-218-1959 for info. (e415)

VACATION RENTALS

CUSTOM LOG CABIN HOME: White Mountains New Hampshire, Located on Pearl Lake Rd, on the lake, perfect for kayaks and small boats; Sugar Hill, Franconia NH, sleeps 6, fireplace; minutes from New Hampshire attractions; Franconia

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Submit your classifed at www.ReporterToday.com Pkwy, Santa’s Village, Whale’s Tail Water Park, and Cog Railway; swimming, hiking, fishing, boating, or just R&R; weekly $550 and weekends $235, Call Joe at 401-4398089. (e515) VACATION/HONEYMOON RENTAL: St. Michael, Azores (Portugal), pristine 2-bed/2-bath apartment with kitchen, DR, LR, & laundry. Linens provided. Majestic Atlantic and mountain views from spacious deck, near golf, beach, etc. Call 401-4800374 or 508-336-8432. (e715)

SPIRITUAL

Guardian Angel Motorcycle Pin, $8.95 each-includes shipping and handling fee. "We help heal with Unconditional Love in your time of need"! We accept cash, check, money order and credit card transactions. Mail payment to : Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) Faith Angel Pin, $7.95 each-includes shipping and handling fee. We accept cash, check, money order and credit card transactions. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Avenue, PMB # 135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) Guardian Angel Pin, $ 7.96 eachincludes shipping and handling fee. "We help Heal with Unconditional Love in your time of need!" We accept cash, check, money order and credit card transactions. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB # 135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) GAY PRIDE RIBBON PIN, Say it loud,say it Proud..."We Love you and yours Unconditionally!!!" $6.95 each-includes shipping and handling fee. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. Mail your payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, Pmb # 135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) Autism Pin-Luv a Child with Autism-$7.95 each-includes shipping and handling fee. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515)

Policeman Guardian Angel Pin, $ 8.95S & H included. $1.00 Donation goes to Youth Program of Police Chief Choice. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) Multi-Colored Butterfly Hospice pin, $7.95 each-includes shipping & handling fee. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple ave, PMB# 135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401)252-1751. (e515) The Lords Love Angel Pin,$8.95includes shipping & handling fee. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Avenue, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401)252-1751. (e515) Soccer Deluxe Angel Pin, $8.95 eachincludes shipping & handling fee. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave , PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806. (e515) MOTHER’S DAY ANGEL PIN MAKES A GREAT GIFT!!! MOM Angel Pin gold plated with crystal chips.(MOTHER PIN) Great for a Mother’s Day Gift of Love. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transaction. Mail PAYMENT TO: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, pmb # 135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) Let us send your loved ones in need a Sympathy Card: mailed directly to them only $4.95 each-includes postage and special message. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. “We help you Heal in time of your need!” Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) Pet Loss for a Dog Angel Pin with Angel Wings: $7.95 each- includes shipping & handling fee. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. “We help you Heal with Unconditional Love in your time of need!” Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB # 135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515)

May 2015 The Reporter Firefighter Guardian Angel Pin: $8.95 each-includes shipping & handling fee plus $1.00 donation goes to Burn Center at Boston Children’s Hospital. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751 today! Thanks for all the Firefighters and first responders. (e515) “Breast Cancer Awareness” Angel Pin: $7.95 each-includes shipping & handling fee and $1.00 goes to Cancer Research. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. “We help you heal in your time of need! Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) “In Memorium” Gold Plated Angel Pin: $7.95 each-includes shipping and handling fee.We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. “We help you heal with Unconditional Love in your time of need!” Mail payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB #135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751. (e515) Grief Comforter Lapel Angel Pin: $7.95 each- includes S & H fee. We accept cash, check, money order and process credit card transactions. “We help Heal with Unconditional Love in your time of need!” Mail Payment to: Grief Comforter, 18 Maple Ave, PMB # 135, Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 or call (401) 252-1751 Today! Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery of pin. (e515)

FOR SALE

John Deere Garden Tractor x585 4x4 25HP V-Twin Liquid Cooled Kawasaki Engine. Electronic Fuel Injection, Power Steering, Cruise Control, Hydrostatic Drive, Locking Differential, Hydraulic Attachment Ports, 48" Shaft Drive Mower Deck, Special Turf Tires, Foot Control Pedals, 4x4 On the Go Shift Lever. Includes Loader, Plow, Chains, Tilt Cart, Power Bagger and Brush Guard. Fully serviced fall of 2014. ONLY 184 Hours! $9995. 508-252-9295. (e515)

GENERAL SERVICES

Trash Removal Top to Bottom Inside, Outside: We are a family owned company always willing to help our neighbors. Free Estimates! Call Today So We Can HelpClean Up for the Summer Months so you can enjoy your Home and Yard again with Friends and Family! Clean Up Clean Out: Demo,Disposal, Shed, Deck, Attic, Garage, Bsmt, Junk Cars, Firewood, Pit Wood, Storm Damage, Tree Work,Free Estimates, No Job Too Big or Small. Call Mike 508-761-8078. (e515) “RHL” Lawn Care and Home Repair: Spring / fall yard clean-up, mowing, trim & detaching, mulching, and hedge maintenance. “Hardwood Flooring” installation, refinishing carpentry, home repair, and handy man services. Fair pricing. We are not done until your satisfied! Call Luis 401-255-1971 508-3362627 email RHL_Luis@yahoo.com. (e515) PARTY RENTAL SERVICES: Moonwalks for sale; or rent for $125 per weekend. 20x30 Tent package includes tables & chairs $350. 20x20 tent package includes tables & chairs $250. Set up Included. Call early for Reservation. Dan 401-255-1072. (e915) 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 508226-1295; www.BigBlueRemoval.com. (rfBB) A2Z cleanout services: we can help you de-clutter your environment. Estates, attics, basements, garages, yards, storage units, offices, and more. Professional service at reasonable rates. Over 15 years experience. Free estimates. CALL OR TEXT TIM @ 508-369-9067 (e515) THE ESTATE GUYS: Buying contents of houses, barns, farms garages, cellars, attics, industrial buildings. Cash paid no need for timely yard sales. Call Tom or Anthony 774-331-2681 (rfBB)

CLASSES / LESSONS

Generator: Briggs & Stratton Electric Start Generator, excellent condition, call 508-252-3213. (e515)

Child Care: Experienced Master’s level teacher available for child care; can provide a safe and nurturing environment for your family; have reliable transportation and American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Certification. Please call Pat at 508.837.7892. (e515)

FITNESS EQUIPMENT: Sears Roebuck Expanse 1500 Treadmill, Weight Rack with 5 sets of dumbbells !0 - 30 lbs, Bench Press with 5 sets of weights 4.4 lbs - 14.3 lbs. Moving Sale. $350 for all three, $125 each, or best. 508-252-9295. (e515)

Does your child struggle in one or more subjects? Or, does he/she need skills reinforced over the summer months? I can help! Experienced tutoring for your child in your own home. I am MA certified in math, social studies, English, and science for

Frigidaire Electrolux Frostfree Freezer. Upright. 14 cubic ft. Works nicely. Moving. $95. 508-252-9295. (e515)

grades 1-6. Reasonable rates. Call or text Lisa at 508-838-4470. (e515) EXPERIENCED TEACHER OF PIANO, VOICE AND ORGAN: Classical & popular. Beginners & Advanced. All ages. Traditional and modern methods. Natalie Lawton, M.A. Music, 45 Central Avenue, North Seekonk, MA 508-761-3334 (e715) PIANO LESSONS: Taught in my home, both classical and popular to persons of all ages. Anita Russo, 8 Terrybrooke Road, Rehoboth 508-252-4208. (e815)

YARD SALE

Huge multifamily indoor/outdoor yard sale. Many new/unused items. Kitchen items/appliances, office supplies, dvds, books, furniture, electronics, tools, yard/ gardening items, May 16th 275 County st., Rehoboth Sat. 9 A.M. To 5 p.M. (E515) Yard Sale Fundraiser for NYC! Bethany Church of the Nazarene 1275 Pawtucket Ave Rumford, RI Sat. May 9th 8am-1pm Fundraiser for our NYC in Kentucky. Bookcase College textbooks. Lawnmower. Men’s women’s children’s clothing. Plants and other items. There’s something for everyone. Please support NYI tomorrow’s future leaders! (e515) Multi-Family Yard Sale at POPPASQUASH COMMUNITY CLUB: 1651 Horton Street North Dighton Ma 02764 Sat. May 23rd from 8a.m. to 3p.m. Plenty of off street parking see you there! (e515) Yard Sale: 271 Central Ave Seekonk MA Sat. & Sun. May 9 & 10 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bedroom set. Living room furniture. Assorted tools. Collector plates. Glassware. Assorted kitchen items. Rain or shine! Lawn & garden tools. Snow blower. Woodworking tools. Decorative planters. Sofa. Bookcase. Pots & pans. Kitchen tools. (515) MOVING SALE: RIVERSIDE 7 Woodbine St Sat. 8am to 2pm Moving sale. Few Dress items Women’s size 20 Electric guitar. Collectibles. Hardcover books. Boating gear. Pots & pans. Mowers, snow blowers, garden tools Costume jewelry. Vintage jewelry. Assorted tools. Chain saw. Circular saw. Step ladder. Table saw. Woodworking tools. Everything must go! Cash & carry. Everything must go! lots of crafters items. This is a moving sale. Please note: all prices have been checked against ebay and amazon to be fair prices are firm. (E515) Yard Sale: Saturday, May 23rd 9 to 3. 33 Brentwood Drive, Rumford. Books, CDs, dishes, household goods, ladder, lawn mower, furniture. (e515)

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MAY BUSINESS DIRECTORY Appliance Repairs

CJS / Statewide Appliance Repair

Hair Salon

Shear Image Salon

Attorney

Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto

Handyman

Just In Time Handyman Service

Renaissance Gymnastics Academy 51

Attorney

Donald E. MacManus, Attorney

Health & Fitness

Attorney

Elizabeth Cuzzone

Heating Service

Larry’s Heating & A.C.

Attorney

James A. Briden, Attorney at Law

Home Improvements

Mark Koussa Carpentry

Auto Body

Fogarty Auto Body

Junk Removal

CJ’s Junk Removal

Auto Body

Tri Star Autobody, Inc.

Landscape Service

East Bay Landscape, Inc.

Auto Repairs

New England Tire

Landscape Service

Superior Lawn Care

Auto Repairs

Somerset Chrysler Jeep

Landscaping/Tree

Little Welshman’s Landscape

Bakery

Crugnale Bakery

Laundromat

Bullocks Point Laundromat

Prospect Mortgage, llc

Bank

Coastway Community Bank

Mortgage Broker

Bank

The Washington Trust Company

Music, Weddings

Classic Flute Duos

Baseball - Professional Pawtucket Red Sox

Nursing Home

Hattie Ide Chaffee Home

Basketball

One On One Basketball Camp

Nursing Homes

Eastgate Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr 56

Beauty Products

Avon - Paula Carroll

Nursing Homes

Waterview Villa

Bike Shop

Your Bike Shop

Orthodontics

Romani Orthodontics

Building Contractor

A.J. Adams Bldg & Remodeling Co. 46

Painting Contractor

Cronan Painting

Building Contractor

East Providence Siding

Painting Contractor

Gagne Painting Company

Paving Contractor

Action Industries

Chamber of Commerce East Providence Chamber

Pet Fencing

South Coast Out of Sight Fencing

Child Care

Village Green Preschool

Pet Services

Cat Adoption Team Services

Chimney Services

Kenny’s Masonry and Chimney

Powerwashing

East Bay Pressure Wash Co LLC

Chiropractor

New Hope Family Chiropractic

Printing - Copies

Samos Press

Chiropractor

North Star Chiropractic

Private School

The Providence Country Day School 35

Church

MLR Tax Services

Real Estate

David Antonio

Cleaning Service

Christine’s Cleaning

Real Estate

Mateus Realty

Paiva Realty Group

Building Contractor

James E. Bailey Construction

Collectibles

Wexler’s Collectibles

Real Estate

Concrete

American Mobile Mix Concrete Inc.

Real Estate

Patty Bain, Realtor

Counseling

Olivia M Howard, LMFT

Real Estate

ReMax Rivers Edge

Country Club

Hillside Country Club

Real Estate

The Tirrell Team

Credit Union

Community & Teachers Credit Union 18

Real Estate

Vicki Doran - Coldwell Banker

Credit Union

Navigant Credit Union

Remodeling

Batty Construction

Credit Union

NCU Financial

Remodeling

Home Pro Remodeling

Dance Studio

Arthur Murray

Restaurant

La Collina

Rumford Food Mart

Dentist

Eager Family Dentistry

Restaurant

Dentist

Kenneth J. Rawlinson, D.D.S.

Restaurant-Pizza

Ronzio Pizza

Dentist

Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC

Roofing Contractor

Tabeleys Roofing

Dentist

Romani Orthodontics

Screen Replacement

Blackstone Valley Window & Door

Dentist

Smith Family Dental Associates

Seafood Market Digger’s Catch

Fence-Sales/Serv.

Foxx Fence

Spa

Cristallo Spa at Hillside CC

Florist

P & J Florist

Spa

Cristallo Spa at Hillside CC

Food/Party Store

Thomsen Foodservice

Special Events

Francis Farm

AYSO - American Youth Soccer Org. 47

Sports - Soccer

Fuel - Propane Dupuis Oil

Stone Masonry

Quarry Brothers, Inc.

Golf

Rehoboth Country Club, Inc.

Trash/Junk Removal

Big Blue Removal Service

Golf Club

Segregansett Country Club

Tree Service

Advanced Tree

Hair Salon

Evolution Hair Designs

Fuel - Oil

Al’s Quality Oil Co.

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Buying or Selling - Call

MATEUS Realty

The experience makes the difference! So if you're ready to buy or sell, Call Mateus Realty today at 434-8399.

BRISTOL - Park Shores!! Charming 3 Br, 2 bath Dormered Cape on dead end st, walking distance to water, 1900+sf of living space, 20x24 great rm w/ cathedrals & sliders to deck added in 2000. Roof, vinyl siding & replacement windows less than 3 yrs old. $309,900

RUMFORD - Must see!! 3/4 Br, 2 bath Ranch remodeled in 2004 w/ picturesque view of Omega Pond!! LR/FP, part finished basement, Hw's, tile, granite, CA, young roof, siding, replacement win's, upgraded electric, XL shed, outdoor patios w/cooking facilities overlooking the pond. $259,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Centrally located!! Clean 3 Br, 2 bath Cottage, dining, partially finished basement, upgraded electric, vinyl siding, replacement windows, garages, minutes from Downtown Providence/ East Side. $184,900

east providence - Seekonk Line!! 2 Family, 2 Brs each, Prch, partially finished basement, modern kitchens, new gas boilers, HW tanks, siding, replacement windows, upgraded electric; separate utilities, garages, barn; 12000+ sf lot on dead end. $179,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Ready for occupancy soon! 2000+ sf, 3 Br, 2 1/2 bath Colonial, 16x44 master w/ private bath & lg walk-ins, din, FR, 1st flr Ldry, Hw's, tile, granite, gas heat/hw, C/A, sliders, patio, garages, 11000+sf lot on cul-de-sac. $399,900

west warwick - Fairview!! Must see interior!! Remodeled 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Colonial, dining, office. New kitchen & baths, granite, tile, spacious rooms, high ceilings, siding, replacement windows, sliders, patio, garage, 8000+ sf lot. $179,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Estate Sale!! Inlaw or investment 2 SF homes on same lot (1) 2 Brs, other 3 Brs, both young roofs, replacement windows, v/siding & upgraded electric. The 2Br has new kitchen & bath. Dining, SPrch, granite & Hw's, lg garage, fenced yard. $189,900

east providence - Warren Ave!! Single family home with 3100+ sf of living space and professional possibilties!! 3 Brs, 2 1/2 baths, dining, FR, office, siding, brick. $149,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - 1 Owner Custom Built 2 Br, 1 1/2 bath Cape, partially finished basement, appliances, cathedrals, sprinklers, gas heat, C/A, FL rm, huge bath with jacuzzi tub, garage, vinyl siding & windows. $184,900

SMITHFIELD/GREENVILLE - Young 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Raised Ranch, FR, Hw's/ Tile, granite, gas heat/ Ghw, garage, pool, 11000+sf lot. $249,900

East PROVIDENCE - 2/3 Br, 2 bath Cottage, 2nd floor addition w/ spacious MBr, w/in closet, bath, FR / bar or 3rd Br, cathedrals, roof, siding, replacement windows, upgraded electric and new bath on 1st floor all done 2 yrs ago. $169,900

east providence - Off Parkway!! Clean 3 Family, 2 Brs each, siding, replacement windows, upgraded electric, younger gas boilers / Ghw tanks, separate utilities, garage, ample parking. $189,900

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