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State Takeover of EP One Step Away

By Bob Rodericks Governor Lincoln Chafee thinks the state needs to move one step closer to taking total financial control of East Providence. However, Mayor Bruce Rogers has charged the state with “political motivation” for its decision to appoint a budget commission to help East Providence balance its’ budget. “This is totally inappropriate on the part of the state,” said Rogers in an emotional press conference during Christmas week. “This is the state getting back at East Providence because of actions of EP legislative leaders.” he said. Chafee appointed a financial overseer for East Providence, in the first of a three-step intervention process for troubled cities and towns. A state police official was appointed and while in East Providence, he worked with city officials to lower the city’s $7 million dollar deficit to just about $1.2 million. “The Governor’s action in jumping to step two is not acceptable. There are many other cities in worse financial shape than us. I beg our residents and representatives and senators to help stop this now,” Rogers told an assembled news media in city hall. The Mayor had difficulty finishing his statement as he choked back tears with a cracked voice. City Manager Peter Graczykowski thought that the state “acted too quickly”. “I believed that we had more time. Our latest monthly report with the state overseer indicated that we had made substantial progress”, Graczykowski insisted. “The report showed how we cut the deficit down to $1.5 million from over $7 million” the newly hired manager said. continued on page 9...

DEM has finally stepped up to enforce the law in the TLA Pond View issue; read updates on page 10. (Photograph of neighborhood children at press event in March 2011, urging DEM to enforce the law and bring TLA Pond View into compliance.)

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East Providence News Briefs By Bob Rodericks

Close Oldham School and end All Day K?

(City consultant advises ending Middle School Sports too) With many parents waiting for several years to expand all day kindergarten classes throughout East Providence, a consultant hired by the city is now recommending its demise. The consultant, B&E Consulting, LLC, is also recommending that the city eliminate all middle school sports. However, the consulting report seems to suggest that the system’s central administration is poorly organized and may need additional administrative appointments. B&E states that “if the full day K ends, the Oldham School in Riverside should be closed and turned back to the city.” This is not the first time that a study has recommended the closing of the Oldham school. “The present administrative structure is neither sufficient nor appropriate to operate the East Providence School Department,” the B&E study concluded. The independent audit seemed to take a swipe at actions taken by former superintendent Mario Cirillo and his former school committee led by Anthony Carcieri. “The existing non-union individual contracts provided to certain personnel, and in effect until 2013, do not reflect proper job descriptions or appropriate salaries and benefits. Many of these contracts were approved just prior to a change in School Committee membership and are seen as a form of protection for some existing staff…” the study stated. The consultants also wondered why some administrators received certain contractual items. “B&E does not understand why recently employed central office non-union staff members are receiving longevity payments and other benefits,” they questioned. The consultants also feel that more should be done to charge for the use of its school buildings by the public. Recently several youth groups appeared before the school committee to request ‘waivers’ or lesser fees to use school gyms and auditoriums. “The use of school facilities should result in fees paid to the school department for the total cost of keeping the building open,” said the report. “These fees should be charged to everyone regardless of community connections.” In addition to closing Oldham school, the report urges the school committee to return the Watters school building back to the city at once. “This action has been approved by the school committee and needs to be implemented. The faster the school committee releases control of the facilities, the projected savings of approxi-

mately $100,000 can be recognized,” B&E maintains. B&E also recommends that the administrative offices be housed within available space at Martin Middle School. Although acknowledging some remodeling costs for this move, B&E says it should be weighed against savings from returning the old Platt school building to the city. B&E gave a nod to current school committee and administrators by stating “the projected FY2012 deficit has been significantly reduced and will be very difficult for the District’s management to operate in accordance with law … and at year end have a balanced budget. B&E calculates a deficit for FY 2012 of $275,473. “…this is very tight and any unknown major changes such as increased special education costs will result in a greater deficit.” The state dropped a policy in 2007 which provided districts with funding to assist with all day kindergartens. No additional funding is available from the state. Only half day kindergartens are mandatory now. B&E believes that there “may be numerous reasons which support full time K (many debatable)” however the question becomes whether a community can afford to pay for non-mandated programs. B&E estimates the savings from eliminating all day K at $430,000 even after factoring in the increase in transportation needs. B&E found it hard to determine the cost of interscholastic sports in East Providence. The budget provides for coaches stipends, busing, referees and some supplies. Game receipts are reported and audited but are “not part of the school revenues reported in the school department budget.” B&E states that the athletic director “controls these funds without administrative and/or School Committee oversight.” B&E wants these game expenses estimated and placed in the annual budget. B&E also estimates that the elimination of middle school sports would save $90,000. They suggest using booster clubs and fund raising to continue middle school sports, if the community wants to keep them. B&E also recommends that middle school students can participate in area community after school sports activities like Little League or youth basketball and football. The consultants also suggest cutting high school sports by 15% or some $90,000. They suggest reviewing programs that may have low enrollment or by reducing non-league games. “It is time that the interscholastic program is subject to the same

level of scrutiny (as academics),” states B&E. The consultants did not address Title IX and other requirements that may exist. The consultant report noted that “recently the East Providence taxpayers approved a $15,000,000 bond for the good of the schools. Six million has been spent without even putting a dent into the needs of the very old inefficient school buildings.” The B&E report recommends saving about $3 million by a combination of closing school buildings, ending all day kindergarten, increasing class size to cut teaching positions, reducing employee benefits, continued on next page...

Inside This Issue Births..................................56 Business Directory...................62 Classifieds................................ 61 Clubs......................................29 Dining Guide..........................59 E.P. Chamber of Commerce.....20 Events & Activities....................23 New Year, New You..................25 How You Can Help.................44 Letters to the Editor...................5 Library..................................48 News Briefs................................3 Opinion From the Mayor's Office..16 The Other Side of the Desk...22 Parks & Recreation...............18 People....................................35 School...............................40 Scouting Around Town......44 Senior Center News...............52 Sports................................37 State House.....................34 Town News.............................10 Weddings..............................57

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cutting back sports severely - especially at the middle school level, and only allowing community use of buildings after hours if it can be done on a for-profit basis - among other measures. “We believe that the school committee and current administration are doing a good job and working in the right direction. With the passage of time, some reorganization, a few additional well qualified people to help the Acting Superintendent and the Director of Finance, B&E believes that East Providence Schools will emerge from these hard times stronger and better…” What will local residents believe. The 18 page B&E report can be found on the city of East Providence’s web page. It is not known at this time what the report cost city taxpayers. Major Stephen Bannon, financial overseer, did not return a call to the Reporter to discuss this and other matters.

EP’s Budget Commission Meets

(some say no notice given)

The state budget commission controlling East Providence’s finances held its first two meetings in a small conference room in city hall in late December. The meetings were held in the morning on December 28th and 29th with no advertised notice to the general public. This reporter learned of the meeting on the 29th by reading a Facebook posting of school committee member Chrissy Rossi. Rossi believes that the meetings of this commission should be open to the public and advertised legally as all other city meetings must do. “Please join me at City Hall this morning (December 29, 2011) at 10:00 to demand this State Appointed Budget Commission holds all meetings in public. This is outrageous! They are a commission and bound by RI General Law to post meetings and agendas. I, for one, will not sit idle and allow the state to railroad East Providence into receivership!” said Rossi. Committee member Steve Furtado also questioned this budget commission process. “Why does the commission have representatives from the Governor and our city hall, but no one from the school department involved?” Furtado told the Reporter. “It (the commission) should get input from all aspects of our city government,” Furtado added. Rossi continued to blast the process in her Facebook page; “This commission is unconstitutional and our City should not be under State control! The politics behind this takeover are far reaching and they are playing with our lives and livelihoods. We cannot sit around and do nothing. We must fight back. This is not communist Russia! We are nowhere near insolvent and the law has given sole discretion to one person to decide the fate of every man, woman and child in RI. If anyone In EP can attend, please show up at City Hall and let the State know we are NOT going to stand for this! See you there!” Rossi blogged. Mayor Bruce Rogers said he also wants all meetings to “be open to everyone,” as he remains upset with this state takeover process. Rogers has insisted that the city has closed the deficit under new city manager Peter Graczykowski and wanted more info from state officials on why this budget commission was put in place at this time. But Major Stephen Bannon, fiscal overseer, said that it relates to East Providence’s cash flow problem. State Director of Revenue Rosemary Booth Gallogly said that this commission does not have to post all of its meetings - especially organizational ones - with the public. Some in East Providence don’t like the sound of that notion.

Townie Photo Trivia Who is this Townie seen at many sporting events in East Providence?

Ed Daft and Mary King were referred to in B&E report as “overworked” and needing assistance in school administration.

Send me your response at bob_rodericks@yahoo.com

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Thanks from TAPIN

I would like to extend thanks from TAPIN for the wonderful support we received from the residents, schools, businesses, places of worship and organizations of the East Bay Community. This year more than four hundred and fifty families received food and grocery gift cards thanks to your generosity. More than twenty schools and places of worship supplied us with food for our Thanksgiving packages. During the past year, TAPIN has provided food for nearly five hundred families every month. The need for TAPIN services has never been greater and the response from our community has been outstanding. In the weeks before Thanksgiving, food filled our pantry along with turkey pans, cash contributions, grocery gift cards and homemade pumpkin bread. Special thanks to the many students, teachers and parent volunteers who delivered food to TAPIN and sorted and stocked items for our pantry shelves. Special thanks also to Bristol County Elks, #18601 and the Salvation Army for providing TAPIN with Thanksgiving baskets and gift cards. There are so many individuals, groups and businesses to akcknowledge that we could never mention them all. However, only with their help has TAPIN been able to make this Thanksgiving a better holiday for the families of the East Bay Community. We, at TAPIN, would like to extend a heartfelt “thank you” to everyone who contributed to this year’s Thanksgiving Program. Without the support of the community, TAPIN would not be able to continue its mission to Touch A Person In Need. Stay in touch with us through our website (tapinri.org). Many Thanks. Lynn Moran Thanksgiving Program Coordinator, TAPIN

Reflections On My First Year

In December of 2010 four of us newly elected school committee members took office. Now that we have completed our first year I would like to look back on the year that was. I have been attending school committee meetings for over 10 years and I thought I knew the district’s financial problems fairly well. It did not take me very long to realize that the situation was much worse than I had even imagined. We inherited a deficit in the district of over $6 MILLION DOLLARS; the 2010 budget had been balanced only by including monies that had previously been used for deficit reduction! In addition they had included funds from the sale of the Grove Avenue School which had not yet occurred! The outgoing school committee had signed contracts with 21 “administrators” as lame ducks after the election. These contracts included not only the central administration, but also even included some part time staff as well! All contracts also included raises for each of the next 3 years. The prior school committee had also approved a budget for the year starting November 1st 2010. So not only did we inherit a huge deficit, we also inherited a budget that covered the majority of our first year! This new budget included use of $1.2 million dollars of education jobs fund monies that Commissioner Gist had instructed school departments not to include in their budget preparations. continued on next page...

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All this is past history, and we all know we can’t change history! And so we moved forward and began to ask questions and seek solutions to the ongoing deficit problems. As we asked for information we encountered not a “Culture of Achievement” as portrayed by the administration, but a “Culture of Concealment”. We were often questioned as to why we were looking for that information. The situation became frustrating! I was told that the last committee didn’t ask questions, and I declared that “that was then, this is now”. Nothing we had requested violated school policy or state laws. In fact many of our requests were to comply with established school department policies. Still we moved forward! Many of us had campaigned on the need for ALL DAY KINDERGARTEN in our non title 1 schools! (Francis and Waddington). During the previous term the school committee was told that it would cost over $750,000 to accomplish. At that time I had used my contacts in education from my work on the Learning First Alliance and on the Board of the Rhode Island Parent Information Network to research what it would require to institute all day “K”. I learned that because the district used federal title 1 funds for all day “K” in our other elementary schools we would not be able to start all day “K” in the non title 1 schools without funding the other schools from district funds as well. The only way to institute all day “K” in all of our elementary schools was that we would need to find cuts in our budget to replace the title 1 funding in those schools. Together the committee asked the superintendent to work out the budget details to accomplish this task. On his recommendation we eliminated some non mandated positions and reallocation of funds and established ALL DAY “K” for the 2011-12 school year. Our children benefited while we had to eliminate some adult positions. As part of our diligence in attempting to control our budget and address the inherited deficits I called for an RFP to review our

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legal expenditures. These legal bills had grown to over $1million in the past term! We reviewed proposals from several firms and the committee voted to change our attorney. This move has greatly reduced our legal expenses to date. The district was involved in many lawsuits, and this committee decided that due to the work already completed and the complexity of some cases, that we would retain the prior legal counsel for selected cases. I first became involved in school issues in 1998, at that time I ran for school committee in what was a city wide election. One of the primary proposals I put forth was consolidation of non-educational departments between the city and school department. In 1998 I was a political novice, and ran a quiet self financed grass roots campaign. I finished last out of 5 running for 3 open seats. But I remained involved and concerned! In 2010, now elected to the school committee I once again I called for consolidation between school and city departments. The first department on my list was building maintenance. Our director of buildings and grounds was retiring! And I took that opportunity to unite both the city and school maintenance under Mr. Ed Catelli. By all accounts this has been a positive move. Next we initiated consolidating the information technology departments. This one took some time to iron out between city and school responsibilities, but once again all reports are this was a positive move for both sides. As a school committee we continued to discuss the budget and the deficit since we began in December! As part of the budget and finance sub-committee I requested that we have public meetings with the building principals to discuss their budgetary needs. These meetings did take place, though not in public. I reviewed the resulting request forms and asked many questions regarding those desires. Together the budget and finance committee was able to cut over $4 million from the initial requests! The school committee was presented with a budget that included $7.2 million more in funds from the previous year. Now understand that we would no longer have the $1.2 million in education jobs funds monies from the federal government. Nor would we use the meals tax monies dedicated to deficit reduction to balance our everyday budget. With each subsequent meeting this school committee continued to seek cuts to reduce our budget! We cut an additional 24 positions, we made cut to private school busing programs among many. The committee even voted to cut $150,000 from textbooks; I was the sole nay vote on that proposal. The new City Manager also stepped up and worked with us to bring our budgets together. As I was finishing this reflection the State has appointed a budget commission to review all city spending and take actions. This action by the state was not expected. The state appointed overseer was only 30 days into his 120 day appointment. But I know we have nothing to hide, and I welcome the additional oversight! This appointment coincided with the completion of a Management Audit by Bacon and Company of the school’s finances. As presented to the city council this audit found that the schools budget proposal was accurate and appropriate. Their recommendations for the future include elimination of middle school sports, and elimination of the full day kindergarten program we fought for. The report acknowledged that while full day K is educationally preferred, it is not required by law and therefore nonessential. The decision will now be up to the school committee, and the budget commission as to the continuation of full day K for our children. We have faced numerous challenges this year; many were beyond our control and were the result of actions taken by previous school committees. But we have faced every challenge head on! And I am positive that we as a committee will continue to face the tough choices and do what is best for our children. I am eager to work with our city manager, city council and the new budget commission to bring real TOWNIE PRIDE back to East Providence. Stephen Furtado Ward 2 School Committee, East Providence

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Mr Editor, has anyone ever gone through the area that is in dispute to do a story about Bird & Son and compare it to the present TLA Pond View? How many people who live there now even remember Bird & Son??? As for the politicians who helped blow this dispute all out of proportion, how many of them remember Bird & Son? Did any of their families work for Bird & Son? These same politicians who have lead our city to financial ruin and now want to kick out all the industry they can to further ruin the tax base of our city by running all the “smelly, dirty, dusty” tax paying industry out of East Providence!!! As for the use of the term nimby....Not in my back yard...Didn’t these peopel even know that their “back yards” were heavy industrial sites???? Rhode island....Once first in the Industrial Revolution....Now first in poverty!!! Paul Maziarz Riverside

Well Here We Go

Well here we go. Moody’s has once again downgraded the bond rating for the Cityof East Providence. Thanks to inept city fiscal management the residnts of East Providence can be assured of two things. Property values will decrease and taxes will increase. Way to go city councils- past and present!! Robert Amman East Providence

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State Takeover of EP One Step Away

By Bob Rodericks The state commission will consist of three members appointed by the state and Mayor Rogers and city manager Peter Graczykowski. Rogers is so upset that he said the city is entertaining a lawsuit against the state. “I will speak with an attorney about this. This was a political decision in retribution against East Providence,” continued Rogers. The Mayor was not specific in his charge that the state’s decision to move closer to a takeover of East Providence – similar to that of Central Falls - but the Reporter has learned that there is a ‘frosty’ relation between the Mayor and some of East Providence’s legislative delegation. Particularly, it is believed that RI legislative leaders Daniel DaPonte and Helio Melo are not strong supporters of Mayor Rogers and vice-versa. On the same day that Chafee announced the budget commission intervention, the Governor’s office also announced the resignation of his chief of staff and campaign manager, former East Providence city councilman, Patrick Rogers (no relation to Mayor Rogers). The Governor issued a press release which would not indicate any disagreement existed between himself and his now former chief of staff’ "I have long been an admirer of the Governor's courage and independence and his selfless commitment to Rhode Island … I look forward to the continued success of Governor Chafee's Administration, and will continue to assist in any way called upon." said Patrick Rogers statement. Governor Chafee has been advised by or has appointed several East Providence current or former officials and residents during his first term as Governor. Besides Patrick Rogers the former Rumford councilman and waterfront commission leader, Chafee has appointed former legislative powerhouse George Caruolo to chair the state education Board of Regents and former school board Chair, William Maaia to the higher education board of governors. Representative Helio Melo is the chairman of the state’s powerful House Committee on Finance and Senator Daniel DaPonte is the chairman of the equally powerful Senate committee on finance. It is unclear at this time if Mayor Rogers feels that this East Providence presence at the state level has not offered more support in this issue of financial concerns. Rogers’ nemesis on the city council, councilman-at-large, William Conley disagrees with the Mayor. Conley has constantly accused the majority of the city council with not supporting measures of the short-lived deficit elimination committee, which Conley chaired. Conley also blasted Rogers for charging that the states’ budget commission involvement is “politically motivated”. If the efforts of the state budget commission to bring a fiscal remedy to East Providence fail, then the final hammer will drop, this will put East Providence in the same class as bankrupt Central Falls – a proposition that many EP residents do not want to face.

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Taryn Hallweaver, community organizer with Toxics Action Center: “TLA Pond-View has been operating above the law for far too long, and East Providence needed a cop on the beat. DEM has finally stepped up to enforce the law, and now residents of East Providence are breathing easier this holiday season. Congratulations to the hundreds of families who organized together to clean up their neighborhood and protect their health.” Tim Norton, resident and member of the East Providence Coalition: “This victory proves that consistent dedication and staying informed day to day can result in meaningful improvement to public health and the environment. Corporations win most of the time and it takes tremendous effort to fight them and win. Congratulations to residents who never considered the notion of defeat.” Ken Schneider, co-founder of the East Providence Coalition: “This is a great victory for our neighborhood! Persistence is the key to success.” Jo-Ann Durfee, member of the East Providence Coalition: “It’s been frustrating to say the least to watch DEM sit on the sidelines instead of referee like they should. But now we couldn’t be happier to see them step up and enforce the law. This is a victory for the residents of East Providence and a testament to what a big difference people can make if they come together and organize to clean up their neighborhood. We are also grateful to Toxics Action Center for working with the neighborhood on this issue getting us organized.”

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Residents of East Providence met with the RI Department of Environmental Management (DEM) Assistant Director Terry Gray and legal counsel Richard Bianculli today to discuss DEM’s recent Notice of Intent to Suspend License to TLA Pond View. Ken Schneider, Tim Norton and Jo-Ann Durfee of the East Providence Coalition and Taryn Hallweaver of Toxics Action Center attended the meeting, which was held at DEM’s office in Providence. On Wednesday, DEM sent a Notice of Intent to Suspend License to TLA Pond View and gave the company until January 4th to produce a letter of compliance from the City of East Providence certifying that they are operating in accordance with all local ordinances. The City has already sent a “Letter of Non-Compliance” to DEM on October

January 2012 The Reporter 26th after the Zoning Board of Review voted 5-0 to uphold Zoning Officer Ed Pimental’s Notice of Violations and Cease and Desist to TLA Pond View. At the meeting today, DEM clarified what a suspended license would mean. Rather than bringing TLA Pond View down to 500 tons per day (the daily tonnage allowed under their previous license) or down to 150 tons per day (the tonnage allowed under their local zoning variance), a suspension would cease their operations altogether. “It’s just like if your driver’s license is taken away,” explained Taryn Hallweaver of Toxics Action Center. “The cop’s not going to tell you, ‘you can keep driving, just don’t go any faster than twenty-five miles per hour.’ If your driver’s license is taken away, you can’t get behind the wheel at all.” Tim Norton said that the meeting was a productive one. “We appreciated an open dialogue with DEM and look forward to seeing action taken in the near future.” Ultimately, this is an issue that is likely to end up in Superior Court. Residents are urging City officials to ask for an expedited hearing. “While this drags on and on in the courts, hundreds of families are still suffering every day from the pollution and odor coming from TLA Pond View,” said Jo-Ann Durfee.

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East Providence, RI December 29, 2011 – The Champlin Foundation’s Board of Directors recently approved a grant in the amount of $70,240.00 for an emergency generator for Linn Health Care Center. Residents, staff, and families are appreciative and grateful for the ongoing support of The Champlin Foundations. The new emergency power distribution system will assure the safe and swift evacuation of Linn HCC residents in the event of emergency situations or power outages.

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Today I bring to the citizenry a review of my inauguration speech and promises that I made to the people of East Providence on December 1, 2010 as to what I hoped to accomplish during my first term of office. The City Council is halfway through its two year term and the Council majority has already accomplished the following. The promise of being a “fiscally conservative” City Council is a work in progress but much has been acted upon toward this result. We not only took “a serious look” at consolidation, but we accomplished a lot in this area and saved the taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars in three very important areas – Facilities Management, IT and City Clerk/Municipal Court consolidations. We are now moving into the areas of Finance, Law Department and Human Resources. We can’t stop there and must continue looking into all City and School Departments with the hopes of cutting all excessive duplication of services. The promise of making East Providence a more “business friendly” community has been addressed and a new computer program has been purchased and when implemented would help create an online situation which would encourage and assist, in a more efficient licensing atmosphere, where business owners and home owners will be able to speed up the process of permit approvals without having to move from office to office waiting for key personnel to give them a stamp of approval on important, tax base increasing projects.

January 2012 I proposed that the City Council and the people of our City be given a job description of each and every employee so as to be able to make a determination, during these troubled economic times, on which positions are absolutely essential. This is a developing situation which will be included in the next year’s budgetary process and will be available for all the public to peruse. My proposal of “continuing to seek ways of making our community aesthetically and environmentally appealing” by supporting a project called Tranquility Place at Jones Pond has been supported by the City Council and is number one on the Planning Departments list of grant requests to the Department of Environmental Management. Hopefully, we will be able to obtain monies to start phase one of this very beautiful project. A new, unwanted development has occurred in our great City – the appointment of a State run Budget Commission to take over the administration of our finances. It is unnecessary, unwanted and unjustified. Your City Council has been elected by the people of the City of East Providence to a government with a deficit riddled economy with the purpose of finding a solution to the years and years of “non action” or at least “not enough action” of previous Councils. We have addressed this problem and on the very day of our final deficit elimination proposal which produced a zero dollar deficit for fiscal year 2012 and projected out a balanced budget for the following 4 to 5 years, the rug was pulled out from under us by the powers that be. I will not stand for it and the people of the City of east Providence will not stand for it. This action may very well be unconstitutional. The new law states, virtual of the fact of my position as Mayor, I am automatically a voting member of this Commission. I promise that I will fight to assure that all meetings of this Commission are open and transparent and keep you the public, informed on each and every issue that comes before us all with the intent of respectfully requesting the departure of this Commission from our City!! May we all have a much more prosperous and much more successful New Year I am here for you and will continue the fight.

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Bellydance with Almas: Whether for fun, or to train as a professional it is a fun relaxed class for all. Tuesday 7-8:30 p.m. $5p/class Yoga for beginners with Candace: Thursdays: Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. / $5 per class Begins January 19th Intro to Computers & Microsoft Word 2010: Tuesdays 6-7:30pm / $25 for 4 classes 4 week session: Jan. 10, 17, 31 & February 7 Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

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EPPRD to Hold Boot Camp!

A back to basics workout “Boot Camp” led by ACSM certified personal trainer & health coach, Casey Bushway will be offered at the East Providence Recreation Center located at 100 Bullocks Point Ave. The 19 class session will be held Tuesday nights from 7-8pm, January 17 - May 22, 2012. Cost of this program is $60. Prepayment for the class is required by January 10th. For more information or to register, please call the Recreation Center at 401-433-6360.

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JANUARY 2012 Business During Hours Wednesday, January 25 12:00pm - 1:29pm Check-in: 11:45am - Noon Registration required by Noon 1/23/12. Contact the Chamber.

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The East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce supports the state’s recent appointment of a Budget Commission for East Providence. “We believe the commission will move the City forward with recommendations and decisions that will put East Providence’s future finances on a positive path,” said chamber executive director Laura McNamara. “The business community welcomes a commission that will bring expertise and experience in handling this complex issue,” she said. However, she added that the Chamber is also wary of the means in which that might be achieved. “Businesses are fearful of residential and commercial tax increases being used to fill the budget gap. They want to see attention devoted to longterm solutions to the City’s future expenses, and for the continuation of services for all citizens.” The East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce is optimistic that the State’s intervention will provide the support that the City needs for future loans; and that the Budget Commission will get the City’s finances in the black without further intervention or by going into receivership.

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EPPRD To Hold Kickboxing Class

Join Instructor Jonathan Janton for a class that combines the elements of boxing, martial arts and aerobics to provide a physical total body workout that increases your stamina, flexibility and strength. Classes are at the East Providence Recreation Center located at 100 Bullocks Point Ave. The 5 week program will be held Wednesdays from 7-8pm, January 18 – February 15, 2012. The fee is $10 per class or pre-pay $40 and gets 5 classes for the price of 4! To register, please call the Recreation Center at 401-433-6360.

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Don’t miss EP Rec night with the Providence Bruins on: Friday January 13th, 7pm @ “The Dunk” in Providence RI. Join us for an exciting evening as the P-Bruins take on the Worcester Sharks! FREE T-Shirts to the first 1,000 kids ages 12 & under! Reserve your tickets through the EP Parks & Rec department, and get great, lower level seats for only $15 ! That’s 50% off! Tickets may be reserved at the EP Recreation Center, 100 Bullocks Point Avenue, or the department’s main office at City Hall, 145 Taunton Ave., room 303. Cash and check accepted. For more information, please call the Recreation Center at: 401-433-6360.

Blue Grass Jam in Wickford Moves Inside for the Winter

Wickford’s Blue Grass Jam, which takes place on the second Saturday of every month, will move inside Wilson’s of Wickford, 35 Brown Street for the winter. The Jam, which started in 2009, has played year round since. The jam draws from all ages and skill levels and has between 8 and 30 players. Please join us this Saturday inside Wilson’s from 2 – 5 p.m. and help us celebrate the holiday season. This event is free and open to the public.

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From the Other Side of the Desk By Joe Larissa

They Have Turned Your City to “Junk” If there is anyone left in East Providence (other than elected and appointed local officials) who still believes that this council and school committee have charted “a better way” to govern than its predecessor, the events of the last month have surely proven the lie. East Providence has been a proud city for over 50 years – a model of professional council/manager city government. Just 3 years ago the last council and school committee faced a financial calamity; inheriting an accumulated deficit of $5.1 million dollars, and a state that was slashing EP school aid and eliminating millions in additional payments to the City. In the middle of the “great recession,” we worked together to hold the line on taxes to the 3.5% tax cap, and cut spending by millions and millions of dollars. We balanced the city and school budgets and had a plan to pay off the old deficit.

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We overcame pickets and demonstrations inside and outside of meetings and being called every name in the book for our firm stand to achieve economic justice – there was shared sacrifice among taxpayers, those receiving city services, and our employees. We saved the City from state takeover and bankruptcy, and kept our credit rating from harm. Across the State, EP received accolades for its sound fiscal policies and taxpayer protection. On our way out the door, we even placed a first-in-the-state charter amendment making the 3.5% tax cap even more solid than an ordinance (which could be repealed). Not a single one of your 10 present council and school committee members publicly supported the tax cap; several openly opposed it. Voters, however, passed it into the charter by a whopping 72% to 28% margin. In the last year, however, Townie Pride has turned to Townie Shame. Never in our history has our good credit been ruined. A few weeks ago, it was downgraded to “junk” status. That means it will cost every taxpayer more money to pay back city debt. Since the council and school committee cannot pay for overspending, the State recently took over all city finances. These events made national news in the worst way possible. East Providence looked like Central Falls. I have detailed in prior columns the overspending by this council and school committee that led to this crisis – and that will lead to the big tax increase soon enough. The big spenders have recently started coming out of the closet. Big labor spokesman (teacher) Greg Amore and school committee member Chrissy Rossi (married to former police union President John Rossi) and others are spouting the same talking point – “we can’t cut our way out of this one.” So what is their solution? Chrissy says “we need more money” while Greg is not so shy – arguing that we need a big tax increase to pay for increased spending. Others are also laying the groundwork to ready Townie taxpayers to pay hundreds more than they can afford – or should need to pay – in these difficult times. Of course, they can cut their way out of this one, just as we did 2 years ago in a worse financial situation. Instead they cut peanuts, while we cut millions. Just as bad while they are “cutting,” they are simultaneously spending millions more, so the “cuts” don’t even support the increased spending. As for the accumulated school deficit (now $7.2) million – forgetaboutit. There is no plan to pay it off. Is it any wonder why the State has taken over East Providence finances? It found that your elected government is “unable to present a balanced budget; faces a fiscal crisis that poses an imminent danger to the safety of the citizens . . . and will not achieve fiscal stability without the assistance of a budget commission.” These are the worst of times in our once great City, and there is still more to come. We can only hope that the silent majority is paying attention this time. * Joe Larisa served four terms as Mayor of East Providence, a position elected by the Council from among its members. His latest term ended on December 1, 2010. He also served as councilman at large for the City from 1992-2002 and 2004-06 and 2008-10. Questions or comments? Email me at mayorlarisa@verizon.net.

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Events & Activities Share events & activities at The Community Players to present The Sugar Bean Sisters

The Community Players continue their 91st season with the New England premiere of Nathan Sanders’ “The Sugar Bean Sisters”, a southern Gothic comedy of romance, murder and alien abduction. Meet Faye and Willie Mae Nettles, two sisters living deep in a Florida swamp near Disney World, where Faye is waiting to be picked up by aliens, while Willie Mae hopes to attract a good Mormon husband. Throw in an eccentric “reptile woman”, a handsome Mormon bishop, and a mysterious exotic dancer and be prepared for some down-home Southern humor with pop culture weirdness. This hilarious comedy has been described as a blend of “Crimes of the Heart” meets “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?”, with a touch of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind”. The Sugar Bean Sisters will be presented January 13-15 and 2022 at Jenks Auditorium, Division Street, Pawtucket, RI (across from McCoy Stadium), Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students through high school. The Community Players will be collecting non-perishable food items during the run of the production, to be donated to the Blackstone Valley Emergency Food Center. Reserve online at www.thecommunityplayers.org or call (401) 726-6860.

EPHS Class of 1982 Reunion Notice

Save this date! The East Providence High School Class of 1982 will celebrate their 30th reunion on Saturday, October 6, 2012 at the Hillside Country Club, Rehoboth, Mass. Tickets cost $50 per person. For information, contact Dawn Gama Eccleston, dawn9093@aol.com; Karen Costa Rebello, hkydad16@aol.com; or Cathy Barilla Anthony, caanthony78@gmail.com. EPHS Class of 1982 Committee: Kristin Lapane Hayes-Leite - khayes9@cox.net Lori Kiley Garcia - lori_kiley_garcia@hotmail.com Karen Costa Rebello - hkydad16@aol.com Theresa Guarino Fagan Cathy Barilla Anthony – caanthony78@gmail.com Bernice Burke Dengel - dengel95@verizon.net Dawn Gama Eccleston- dawn9093@aol.com Tricia Chalmers – pchalm64@yahoo.com

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Forever Young Club January Meeting

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St. Brendan Forever Young Club has been invited by St. Luke’s Young at Heart Club to join them on Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served and there will be a talk and slideshow about the recent canonization of Brother Andre. This will take the place of our regular January meeting. If you have not signed up for this yet, please call Helen at 433-1702 by January 7. Please bring a canned good or a non-perishable item for the food bank.

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St. Marks Episcopal Church has closed - TOPS moved to new location

TOPS #RI 33, Riverside, has moved to Riverside Congregational Church 15 Oak Ave, Riverside, RI. TOPS stands for Take off Pounds Sensibly. If you are interested in losing weight and keeping it off then join us on Thursday nights. Weigh-In is from 6:00-6:30 p.m. and our meeting is from 6:307:30 p.m. We welcome all new members and your first meeting is free. Our dues are only $2.00 per week. For more information please contact Barbara at 401-433-5084 or e-mail blh25@cox.net.

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New Year... New You. The SMART Way to Make Financial New Year’s Resolutions (ARA) - New Year’s resolutions are usually well-intentioned, especially those that focus on your financial fitness. If your resolutions this year address money matters like savings, spending and credit use, you can improve your chances of success by making “SMART” promises to yourself. In self-improvement circles, “SMART” is an acronym for specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely. Keeping those qualities in mind when setting a goal - or making a resolution - can help you accomplish what you set out to do. So how do you apply the SMART concept to your financial New Year’s resolutions? Here are a few ideas: * Specific - Zeroing in on a goal makes it more manageable and achievable. When it comes to your money-related resolutions, being specific can produce concrete financial rewards. Start out by thinking about your dreams. Do you want to get out of debt? Build an emergency fund? Start or increase retirement or education savings? Decide what your priority is and then hone in on a specific aspect of that priority. For example, if your ultimate goal is to get out of debt, resolve to completely pay off one credit card by midyear. Want to boost your savings? Resolve to set up an automatic bank transfer from your checking account to your savings account every month. * Measurable - If you can’t measure your progress how can you know if you’re making any? Your resolution should be something you can monitor and track, so that you can see how well you’re doing and, if needed, adjust your actions to ensure you’ll be able to meet your goal. Make sure your resolution addresses how you will measure your progress and results. For example, if your resolution is to understand your credit and finances in 2012, a website like CreditReport.com, that allows you to keep tabs on your changing credit status, can help you measure your progress. CreditReport.com offers its members tools to help manage and understand credit.

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Make Small Changes for Better Health (Family Features) When it comes to health, making positive lifestyle changes is a goal for many people. But often times no matter how good the intentions, these changes only last a few weeks. Most people know what they need to do to improve their health — taking steps like making smart food choices and being more active. It’s figuring out how to do these things and fitting these changes into the daily routine that can present the biggest challenges. Maintaining a healthy weight and staying active can help lower risk for developing a number of chronic diseases, including diabetes. Losing even 10 to 15 pounds — if you weigh 200 pounds — can make a big difference in helping you prevent type 2 diabetes. If you have diabetes, these same changes can help keep your blood glucose and blood pressure on target to reduce your risk for diabetes complications. The National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) wants all Americans to know that learning how to make these positive lifestyle changes begins with making a plan to achieve your goals.

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“When I decided to lose weight, my first step was to get active,” said Latecia Turner, who is working to prevent type 2 diabetes by managing her weight. “I made a plan to walk with my mother, to get out and play football with my daughters, and to take regular bike rides with my husband.” Because Latecia’s mother has type 2 diabetes, Latecia and her daughters have a greater risk of developing the disease. To prevent the disease, they are working as a family to make lifestyle changes. Latecia decided that managing her weight, eating healthy, and becoming more active were important goals for herself and for her family. So, she made an appointment with her doctor to discuss her family history of diabetes as well as to help her make a plan and set some goals to help her make healthy lifestyle changes. To manage her weight, Latecia allows herself the foods she loves while controlling the portion she eats of each. To eat a healthier diet, she fries less of the food she prepares; buys fewer processed foods that are high in fat and calories; and she no longer adds salt to the food she eats. To be more active, she and her family play football, dance, and go for walks together. Not only is Latecia making those changes for herself, she’s making sure her family — especially her kids — take those changes to heart in order to prevent the family history of diabetes from continuing in future generations. Watch a video of Latecia telling her story, in her own words, at www.YourDiabetesInfo.org/HealthSense. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Diabetes Education Program is jointly sponsored by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with the support of more than 200 partner organizations.

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On Tuesday December 21st members of the Rumford Lions delivered groceries to sixteen families throughout the city of East Providence. Families were given a choice of a turkey or ham dinner. Along with the meat selection each family received everything necessary to cook a complete Christmas dinner. In addition to the ingredients for the holiday meal every family received some extra to provide for a meal or two after the holiday. Although much of the canned goods were donated by members of the Rumford Lions, it is through the fund raising support received from the community that provides the Lions the means for carrying out their charitable efforts. Membership in the Lions is open to all. If you are interested is helping people throughout East Providence and the surrounding area, and would like to be part of an active organization whose sole purpose is evident in their motto “We Serve”, please contact us at: rumfordlions@cox.net or Rumford Lions, PO Box 4921, Rumford, RI 02916

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During the fall the Rumford Lions sponsored Peace Poster Contests at Martin and Riverside Middle Schools. The contest, which was open to students ages eleven through 13, had for its theme “Children Know Peace”. The assignment was to create a poster that depicted the student’s interpretation of the theme. In addition to interpretation the posters were also judged on artistic merit and originality. Prizes and certificates were awarded to the top three in each school with the winners of each school advancing to the state competition. Hailey Placido of Martin Middle School won the state competition and her poster will represent Rhode Island in the international competition.

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The Red Bridge Neighborhood Association

The Red Bridge Neighborhood Association, (RBNA) wants to wish all our neighbors and friends a very happy New Year. Please note the January meeting will be a board meeting to set up our calendar for the upcoming year and the business meetings will resume Tuesday, February 28th, 2012. Meetings are held on the LAST Tuesday of month. Our next meeting is Tuesday February 28th at 6:30 p.m. and as always we encourage our neighbors and business owners to attend. The meetings are held at in the basement meeting room of the Trinity Tabernacle Church located at 745 N. Broadway in East Providence, RI. The Red Bridge Neighborhood Association’ mission is to work in partnership with organizations, businesses, and officials seeking to improve the City of East Providence’ Red Bridge neighborhoods preserve and promote our diverse, urban community as a safe, vibrant, and sustainable place to work, live, and play. RBNA also will provide neighbors with resources to solve community problems and opportunities, to become a powerful voice in the neighborhoods planning and development. Ultimately, we want to strengthen relationships among neighbors to build community and civic involvement. We are working together to keep Townie Pride in our neighborhood. Your help is needed and appreciated!

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The East Providence Knights of Columbus Council located at 3200 Pawtucket Avenue, Riverside RI is proud to announce with their event chairman Joseph Silva that the Christmas Toy October 1, 2011 thru April 7, 2012 Drive Dinner held on Saturday, December 10th this year was a Doors open at 12:30pm very successful event. We were proud to have many dignitaries 1st raﬄe @ 2:00 p.M. in the audience from both our own council and the State Knights Where: Bishop Hickey Council # 3623 of Columbus, our city and even a state representative joined us. 50 Crescent View Ave, Riverside, RI 02915 Special thanks to our Worthy State Deputy John Marcello, Worthy come on over to our “family” friendly atmosphere District Deputy David Quinn, Worthy Pro-Life Chairman Michael All ages are welcomed! Kryzwonos, Worthy Faithful Navigator Michael Grimshaw and the The kitchen is open for lunch at 12:30 p.M. And features Columbiettes Worthy President Linda Grimshaw for spending time weekly specials along with our usual menu of steak & cheese at our council to share in an evening of giving. We also wish to sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and more…….. thank a few other brother knights who took time out of their busy Also free popcorn schedules to support such a worthy event, Mayor Bruce Rogers, We give away a 32” flat screen T.V., RIB EYES, LOBSTERS, State Representative Roberto DaSilva and Chairman John Faria VARIETY OF MEATS, GIFT CARDS AND CASH. of the Democratic Party. Also, School Committee Member Chrissy All proceeds to benefit knights of columbus charities Rossi also supported our event. For more info call 401-433-0930 The highlight of the evening was collecting toys and other items for Children’s Friend located at 153 Summer Street Providence, RI 02903 they provide services for Rhode Island Children & Families. This is a wonderful organization that has made their mission to help under privileged children. We were happy to be joined by Children’s Friend representatives and very happy that David Caprio President and CEO were able to address those in attendance. Children’s Friend is the innovative leader in improving the wellbeing and healthy development of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable young children. They accomplish this by providing flexible, effective, and culturally-relevant services, and advocating for programs and policies that support and strengthen these children and their families. They are a non-profit organization founded in 1834; ChilExcellent Service • Elegant Design dren’s Friend is a leading provider of child welfare, family support, CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING mental health, and youth development services. They believe that 1460 Fall River Avenue (Route 6) We Can Frame Anything! providing comprehensive and effective services to vulnerable young children is not only a moral obligation, but also a prudent financial •Massachusetts Fine Art Prints • Town Maps • Nautical Charts • Cross Stitch Seekonk, 02771 investment for society to make. WINTER SPECIAL Through the kindness and generosity of everyone who donated items including those who were unable to attend the dinner but Any Custom Picture Framing still wanted to help provide a Christmas to some deserving local when you spend $50 or more. Exp 2/15/12 children we collected 426 items ranging from toys, clothing and even some gift cards. This evening showcased what the Knights 1460 Fall River Avenue (Rt. 6) Seekonk, MA • 508.336.8119 of Columbus is all about and a wonderful example of the charitable Commonwealth Square • 1/2 mile South of Kohls • Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-5 works they support.

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Providence, RI – Governor Lincoln D. Chafee announced today that Department of Revenue (DOR) Director Rosemary Booth Gallogly will appoint a five-member budget commission to help assist the City of East Providence in its efforts to achieve fiscal stability. The commission is the second of three possible steps – fiscal overseer, budget commission, and receiver – of state intervention under the Fiscal Stability Act of 2010. In November, Governor Chafee and Director Gallogly announced the appointment of Major Stephen M. Bannon of the Rhode Island State Police as fiscal overseer for East Providence. The City of East Providence has been challenged over the years to resolve a growing cumulative school deficit, estimated at $7.2 million in FY 2011. The City’s FY 2012 adopted budget resulted in an additional $7.2 million budget gap, which the City is attempting to resolve. Last week Moody’s downgraded the City’s bond three notches to below investment grade. As a result, the City will be facing more significant challenges in securing the short term financing it has historically relied upon to pay bills and city payrolls. “This step will allow the state to further assist the City of East Providence and help it reach fiscal stability,” Governor Chafee said. “My Administration has been proactive in confronting financial difficulties in our cities and towns, and we will continue to help struggling municipalities and protect the property taxpayer wherever necessary. I am confident that East Providence elected officials, employees, and taxpayers will ultimately view this as a positive and will welcome the establishment of the budget commission to assist in the development of a plan that resolves the prior year deficits, brings the current year into balance, and provides for structural balance in the future.” “Based upon Major Steve Bannon’s finding that a budget commission should be appointed for the City, as well as my own familiarity of the current fiscal challenges being faced by the City of East Providence, I have determined that the appointment of a budget commission is in the best interests of the City,” Director Gallogly said. “Therefore, I have advised Governor Chafee that I am abolishing the fiscal overseer position and establishing a budget commission for the City.” Major Bannon, appointed as fiscal overseer for the City of East Providence on November 14, has concluded that the City (1) is unable to present a balanced municipal budget; (2) faces a fiscal crisis that poses an imminent danger to the safety of the citizens of the City and/or their property; and (3) will not achieve fiscal stability without the assistance of a budget commission. He indicated this in a letter dated December 19, 2011 and further recommended that a budget commission should be appointed for the City. “I am pleased that I have recruited three public members to serve on the budget commission who have valuable public finance experience,” Director Gallogly said. Director Gallogly’s designees to the commission are: Michael O’Keefe (former Budget Officer and House Fiscal Advisor) of North Providence; Diane L. Brennan (City of Warwick Financial Report Analyst) of Seekonk, Massachusetts; and Major Stephen Bannon (Chief Administrative Officer of the State Police) of Smithfield. The other two members of the budget commission will be East Providence City Council President Bruce Rogers and City Manager Peter Graczykowski.

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The Whitehead family of Rumford. Westerly, R.I. – Washington Trust today announced that nine year old Riley Whitehead of Rumford, RI, was selected as the Super Fan of the Bank’s “I Luv RI” contest. Riley, son of Ellen and Michael Whitehead, received 4 courtside seats to the sold-out University of Rhode Island vs. Providence College basketball rivalry this Friday, December 23rd at the Ryan Center. They will also join Washington Trust and 100 other fans for an “I Luv RI” pre-game pizza party. Riley won the contest by posting a photograph of himself, dressed head-to-toe in Rhody Ram apparel, on the Bank’s “I Luv RI” Facebook page. Riley’s parents are proud URI alumni who passed along their love for the University to their children. “When it comes to his favorite teams, we like to point him to who we’re partial to, like the Rhody Rams. He’s a huge fan,” said Ellen Whitehead. “Washington Trust was happy to select Riley as our “I Luv RI” Super Fan and make his dream, to sit courtside at the URI vs. PC rivalry, come true,” said Joseph J. MarcAurele, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Washington Trust. “It’s this type of local spirit and this great in-state rivalry that makes Rhode Island a special place to live, work, and play.”

The “I Luv RI” campaign promotes Rhode Island area events, activities, and places through the www.ILuvRI.com website and Facebook page. “I Luv RI” site also features free promotional opportunities, monthly coupons, and spotlights for local businesses. For more information on “I Luv RI”, please visit www.iluvri.com or email marketing@washtrust.com. The Washington Trust Company is a subsidiary of Washington Trust Bancorp, Inc., a $2.9 billion corporation headquartered in Westerly, Rhode Island. Founded in 1800, Washington Trust is the oldest community bank in the nation and is the largest independent bank headquartered in Rhode Island. A state-chartered bank, Washington Trust offers a full range of financial services, including personal banking, commercial and small business banking, as well as wealth management and trust services through its offices located in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Washington Trust has 18 branches in Rhode Island and Connecticut. The Corporation’s common stock trades on The NASDAQ Global Select® Stock Market under the symbol WASH. Web site address: www.washtrust.com.

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By Bob Rodericks The EPHS girls’ basketball team is playing well in Division 1 North early this season. To date the Townies are 2 & 1 with wins over Lincoln and North Providence. The Lady Townies have lost to Ponaganset. “The team continues to play solid defense,” said coach Mike Solitro as EP held off the visiting Cougars to just 14 first half points, and eventually won 51-31. In a second round game in the Barrington High School holiday tourney, EP soundly beat Rogers High. “The bright spot for the team continues to be our defense,” said Solitro. The team held Ponaganset to 31% from the field, and the Chieftains only mustered 13 points midway through the second half. EP sits in a tie for 2nd place as they finish play in the Barrington High Tourney.

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EP girls basketball at Barrington. EPHS boys’ basketball sponsored a holiday tournament in which they eventually lost to a strong North Providence High School squad. The Townies are in a three way tie for second place behind league leading St. Raphael’s. EP has defeated Barrington, Portsmouth and Narragansett leading up to their N.P. loss in December. According to head coach Alex Butler after the tournament final loss to N.P., “EP came out slow, soft and timid and the Cougars took it to us. North Providence was more aggressive and beat us to almost every loose ball and rebound in the first half,” continued Butler. North Providence led 42- 27 at the half. North Providence was coming off their first loss of the season and took their frustration out on the Townies. EP was paced by Brendan Quigley’s team high 20 points. continued on next page...

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The Reporter January 2012 The Townies wrestlers started their matches and tournaments in December and won a hard fought battle with Mt. Hope (Bristol/ Warren) in its first Division 1 match. It came down to the final bout of the night with EP’s Jonah Aurelio pinning his opponent for the match win. EP was trailing at the time but eventually won by a score of 39-36.

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Jalin Braxton of EP boys basketball shooting a foul shot. The EPHS hockey team is off and running in Division 3 with a 4 & 1 record in December. The Townies have wins over West Warwick, Scituate (twice) and Woonsocket high schools. The lone Townie loss came from division leader Johnston. Boys’ indoor track is 1 & 1 so far with a win over Moses Brown and a loss to league leading Barrington High School. Boys coach, Bob Lyons ‘blogged’ the following about the team: “The Boys Indoor Track Team competed at the RITCA Invitational on Saturday December 17th at the Providence Career and Technical Academy. The following boys recorded impressive performances and placed; Ryan Williams coming off his victory over defending 55 Meter Dash State Champion Josh Gilkerson of Moses Brown placed 5th in the 55 Meter Dash, Chris Moura placed 5th in the Long Jump and the 4 x 200 Meter Relay team consisting of Ryan Williams, Josh Rambert, Eric Towne, and Chris Moura ran a season best time of 137.4 and placed 5th. The entire team also raised funds and participated in the American Cancer Society’s Light up the Track Walk prior to the meet. The purpose of the event was to honor those who are battling cancer and to remember those who have lost their battle with this dreaded disease. Through this event funds were raised to continue the research to find a cure. The entire team was honored to have participated in this worthy cause while demonstrating the spirit of giving during this holiday season” - Coach Lyons. The EPHS girls indoor track team defeated both Wheeler and Ponaganset high schools in December. St. Mary’s Bay View girls’ basketball is off to a 4 and 1 record with wins over North Providence, Ponagansett, Smithfield and St. Ray’s. The team’s lone loss to date is to LaSalle.

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East Providence High School Soccer

There were several of our East Providence High School soccer players and coach that won awards at the RISCA Dinner Banquet on December 11th at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, RI.

left to right: Assistant Coach Corey Masse, Brandon Braga (All Division - 2nd Team), Chris Moura (All Division - 2nd Team), Colby Sousa (All Division - 1st Team and All Academic), Head Coach Tony Vieira NSCAA Coach of the Year (large school) Not pictured but also received awards were: Nikki Dorbor (All Division - 1st Team) Ricky Martin (All Division - 3rd Team)

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AYSO BC UNITED U14 Boys Turn Disappointment Into Cheer

AYSO BC UNITED U14 Boys.

AYSO BC UNITED U14 Boys, turns team disappointment into holiday cheer. The team had been invited to the AYSO 2012 National Games in Knoxville. Due to unforseen circumstances the trip was canceled due to a clich in the paper work. The coaches, players, and their families decided to proceed with a Pasta Dinner Fundraiser on Dec 17th at Brightridge Club. The night was a great success. The money raised from ticket sales, just over $1500 was spent at Walmart, on Dec 19th to support 5 local families in need. The team shopped for everything from a Bike to Playdough, and included a gift card for food shopping. The families were nominated by team members. AYSO BC United would like to thank everyone who assisted with this project and turning something good into something great. This is a group of 15 wonderful young men, with wonderful supportive families. Pictured here are: Matthew Chase, Ryan Healy, David Mederios, Brandon Costa, Zachary Pangborn, Coach Jonathan Pangborn, and Brendan Kuiper. Missing from the photo are Coach Kuiper, Edward Martins, Joey Usenia, Victor Reis, Jack Oulette, Louie Fransico, Josh Sousa, Daniel DeLuca, Justin Periquito, and Dylan Tavares.

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Mrs. Fisher, a Supervisory Aide at Myron J. Francis Elementary School in Rumford, RI hand crocheted 316 hats for the school’s hat & mitten drive. In addition, Mrs. Fisher also hand made approximately 75 fleece hats & various fleece scarves with beautiful designs. Mrs. Fisher has worked at Myron J. Francis for 11 years and is well loved by the students, staff, parents & entire school community. Thank you very much Mrs. Fisher! Her items as well as any other donated items will be distributed as follows. Myron J. Francis Elementary School will be holding a “Hat & Mitten Drive” from 12/12/11 through 12/16/11 from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. Items will be collected in the school foyer through the front entrance of the building. Items needed include new hats, mittens & gloves in all sizes for school-aged boys and girls. Myron J. Francis School is located at 64 Bourne Avenue in Rumford, RI. The items will be donated to the Rhode Island Donation Exchange Program. RIDEP will pass on these items to qualified individuals and families. The families have been referred to their program by a member network of more than 85 social service agencies including homeless and domestic violence centers and other various community centers. Any contributions you are able to make will be greatly appreciated. For more information, please contact president@francispto.com Thank you for your support!

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Rhode Island School Wins National Contest

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*whiteknact elementary School in east providence wins Arts grant *one of three national winners; the only school this side of the Mississippi to win *A program that celebrates creativity and community diversity

An East Providence school was announced today as one of three winners in the country for a grant to enhance the arts in education. Whiteknact Elementary School in East Providence was chosen by the National PTA. The winning proposal, called Who We Are, will infuse classroom learning with arts and diversity, leading up to a community arts night and permanent tile wall made from student art. Whiteknact is the only school this side of the Mississippi River to win the national competition. The other two schools are located in Colorado and California. Whiteknact is also the only program among the winners that highlights both the importance of the arts and community diversity. While relatively small with 295 children in grades K through five, Whiteknact’s student body is highly diverse -- far beyond the official statistics. Statistics do not describe the large percentage of White families who are recent immigrants from the Azores islands. Or the families of Black students recently settled from the Cape Verde islands. While these students speak Portuguese and Portuguese Creole as their first languages, they are proficient enough in English not to enter into ESL statistics. In addition, the school’s Visual Support Program, in collaboration with Bradley Hospital, addresses a diversity of learning styles for students on the autism spectrum. continued on next page...

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Almost 70% of Whiteknact students qualify for reduced or free lunches. Given the economic situation in the country – and East Providence – the Whiteknact community, headed by its committed PTA, came together to support the arts and innovative learning. Who We Are was created so that Whiteknact students would be creative learners, proud of who they are, where they come from, and inspired by what they can be in the future.

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Orlo Avenue Elementary School Helps Those in Need

Students at Orlo Avenue Elementary School recently put together hygiene bags for the homeless. Each bag included toothpaste, a tooth brush, soap, tissues, shampoo, and a holiday note. Each grade participated in packing the bags and the fifth grade students wrote beautiful words of encouragement and holiday cheer. The bags were donated to the East Bay Community Action Program in East Providence. We would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Stubbs and Dr. Daft of Family Dentistry in Seekonk for donating the oral hygiene products for the bags. We hope you all have a great holiday season!

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East Providence Students Achieve Honors at PCD

Students from East Providence recently earned honor roll status for the first trimester at Providence Country Day School. Honors were awarded as follows:

UPPER SCHOOL HIGHEST HONORS

Grades of A- or above in each course Amber Vargas ’13

MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGHEST HONORS

Grades of A- or above in each course Beibhinn Anderson ’16

UPPER SCHOOL HONORS

GPA of 3.3 to 3.7 with no grade below a BJonathan Anderson ’13, Moira Anderson ’15, Callan McCarthy ’14, Mark Long ’13, Peter Hass ’12, Connor Pirruccello-McClellan ’12, David Oppenheimer ’12

MIDDLE SCHOOL HONORS

Grades of B- or above in each course Isabel Britto ’16, Anthony Chamoun ’18, Aquila Harper ’16 The Providence Country Day School, established in 1923, is a college preparatory school serving students in grades 6-12. The diverse student population draws from more than 45 communities throughout Southeastern New England. Our educational program balances rigorous academics, visual and performing arts, and competitive athletics. Our mission and values are upheld by a faculty distinguished by academic excellence and deep personal commitment. Students with their bags at Orlo School.

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Photos from Riverside Winterfest That Took Place on Dec. 10th

Implementing a “Circle of Friends” for Students with Special Needs

This workshop which is hosted by the Parent Advisory Committee on Special Education and is being presented by Deana Dufficy, MS CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist. “Circle of Friends” is a peer-building process used to develop a network of supporting individuals within the school environment to promote peer understanding and acceptance while building friendships. The Circle of Friends is an exciting process for children who have challenges making friends. Participants will gain understanding about the purpose and benefits of the program, as well as specific details about the implementation process and how it is customized for each child.

Wednesday, January 25, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

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East Providence Girl Scout Troop 765 recently collected gently used books and donated them to McAuley Village and Child Care Center located in Providence. (McAuley Village is a two-year transitional housing program for homeless single parents and children that provides them with shelter, child care, and other services). This Brownie troop - which meets at St. Mary’s Academy Bay View - had set a goal of collecting 100 books to commemorate next year’s 100th anniversary of Girl Scouts, but surpassed this goal and collected more than 500!

Boy Scout Troop 55 Riverside

Boy Scouts from Troop 55 Riverside recently completed their monthly camping trip at Camp Fogarty in West Greenwich. Camp Fogarty is a training facility for the Rhode Island Army National Guard. Scouts were able to run and complete the Confidence (obstacle) Course and practice their aim at the Fire Arms Training Simulator (FATS). Scouts are pictured on one of the many confidence builders that they tackled during the weekend events. A few scouts also completed Second and First Class cooking requirements towards their specific ranks. And as always, there was a great Saturday Night Show put on and performed by the Scouts. A great time was had by all.

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Discover Nature’s Winter Wonderland January Highlights from the Audubon Society of RI

It’s time for flannel shirts and warm wool socks! Pull on your boots head outside to search for owls or enjoy a quiet walk on Moonstone Beach. Learn all about animal tracks you can find in the snow, or take a hike under the wolf moon in Exeter. January is a wonderful time to explore the great outdoors. Unless noted, registration is required for all programs. A complete listing of activities and programs are detailed in the Audubon Nature Tours and Programs, a free guide to connecting with the natural world. Available by calling (401) 949-5454 or online at www.asri.org.

January 14, 2012 • Winter Explorations Audubon fisherville book wildlife refuge exeter, ri 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Discover the stillness and beauty of nature in winter. Join Audubon on a quiet exploration of the woods and fields of Fisherville Brook. Look for animal tracks in the snow, otter playing on the frozen pond, signs of beaver and more! Please pre-register and dress for the weather. Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI; Program Fee: $8/ member adult, $4/member child; $12/non-member adult, $6/non-member child; Ages: 10+. Course Number: 13-4333-204. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

January 14 • Animal Tracks & Signs for Families Audubon powder Mill ledges wildlife refuge Smithﬁeld, ri 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Learn how to identify different tracks and other signs of our native mammals and birds. Start inside to explore track patterns, investigate artifacts, and make plaster tracks to take home. Then we’ll venture out on the trails to see what evidence we can find that wild things have been there. Although all are welcome, this class will be geared for families with children. Dress warmly. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $10/member adult, $5/member child; $15/non-member adult, $8/non-member child; Ages: 7+. Course Number: 114333-462. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

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Join Audubon for an introduction to identifying local mammal tracks and other animal signs. We’ll start inside with a presentation that reviews track patterns, terms, and track models, and then take a short hike on the trails to see what kinds of tracks and signs can be found. This class will be geared for an adult audience. Please dress for the weather. Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $8/member, $12/non-member; Ages: Adult. Course Number: 114333-463. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

January 14, 2012 • Lemon Tree Very Pretty Trip to Logee’s Greenhouse Danielson, CT 12:30 – 3:30 pm

While we are shivering, tropical plants are blooming nearby! Enjoy the extravaganza of foliage and the lure of flowers on a trip to Logee’s Greenhouse in nearby Danielson, CT. Plants can be purchased to brighten your winter living quarters or you can just enjoy flowering delights, including the 100 year old lemon tree. Departs from Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $12/member adult, $8/member child; $15/non-member adult, $10/non-member child; Ages: 8+. Course Number: 104333-35. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

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January 20 • Owling at Fisherville Brook Audubon fisherville book wildlife refuge exeter, ri 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

In a small group setting, spend time with one of Audubon’s live owls and review what makes these creatures so special. Then head out on the trail in search of these wild birds. Fisherville is home to Barred Owls, Great Horned Owls and Saw-whet Owls. Pre-registration is a must; this program is limited to 12 participants. Adults only. Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge, 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter, RI; Program Fee: $8/member, $12/non-member; Ages: Adult. Course Number: 134333-206. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

January 28 • Winter Birding at Sachuest Point Sachuest point national wildlife refuge; Middletown, ri 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is one of the few places in Rhode Island where the “hot” birding comes during the colder months. Winter specialties include Horned Larks, Snow Buntings, Short-eared Owls, Purple Sandpipers, and the stars of the show, Harlequin Ducks. We’ll meet in the refuge parking lot and head for the shore to look for waterfowl and other winter residents of the rocky seashore and scrubby coastal habitats. Be sure to dress for the cold and the wind. Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, Third Beach Road, Middletown, RI; Program Fee: $8/member adult, $4/member child; $10/non-member adult, $5/non-member child; Ages: 10+. Course Number: 04416660. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

January 28, 2012 Snowshoeing at Fort Refuge

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Explore the beauty of the Fort Wildlife Refuge in winter! Look for tracks and other signs of wildlife. If there is no snow we will hike the trails. If the trails are too icy the program will be cancelled. You must supply your own snowshoes or they can be rented from REI or Eastern Mountain Sports. Fort Nature Refuge, (Rt. 5), 1443 Providence Pike, North Smithfield, RI; Program Fee: $8/member, $12/non-member; Ages: 14+. Course Number: 154333-464. To register call (401) 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

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Eat for Energy at the Weaver Library Monday, January 9th at 7:00 p.m.

What would your life be like with an abundance of energy and vitality? There are many things that drain us from day to day, but the foods we eat have a tremendous impact on our energy levels. What foods are best to eat to increase your energy, make you feel younger and enable you to live a fuller, richer life? What foods create an energy debt? Workshop presenter, Margaret Slepkow, M.Ed Harvard University and Holistic Health Coach, explores the impact of diet on vitality and provides simple suggestions to increase your energy levels.

Spiritual Support for Weight Loss and Management at the Weaver Library Monday, January 23rd at 7:00 p.m.

Are you having trouble staying with a weight loss program? Do you feel there’s something deeper involved in your weight issues, but you’re not sure how to figure it out? Join Joanna Meriwether, BS, MSW, and Holistic Health Educator for a presentation that delves more deeply into spiritual resources for weight loss and management. Learn about emotional eating and the human tendency to crave - and how to work with it. Gain insight that your body is not just a structure that needs a certain amount of calories in and out, but part of the whole that is you- body, mind, and spirit.

Writing Workshop at the Weaver Library Tuesday, January 24th at 6:00 p.m.

Do you enjoy putting pen to paper (or fingers to the keyboard?) Join author Carolyn Davis for a writing workshop to focus on the narrative form in general nonfiction, fiction, and biography. Carolyn’s instruction will benefit both the beginning writer as well as the more seasoned one. Questions? Call Joyce at 435-1986. Weaver Library programs are free and open to all. Questions? Contact Librarian Joyce May at 434-2453 or eplibraryjoyce@ yahoo.com.

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Teen Thursdays @ Weaver

Laptops, Wii, Minute-To-Win-It and other games, crafts. After school on Thursdays.

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January 2012 Activities For Children @ E. Providence Public Libraries Sleeping Beauty Ballet Class with Elizabeth from Rumford Dance Theatre

Tuesday, January 10, 10-10:30 a.m. @ Weaver. Ages 2 - 5 with an adult caregiver Join dance instructor Elizabeth Dewey for the story of Sleeping Beauty and its music. This class will include interactive dance moves for young children.

Lively Fiddle Tunes For Kids with Mary King

Thursday, January 12, 10-10:30am Ages 2 - 5 with an adult caregiver @Weaver Join musician Mary King for some lively and spirited fiddle tunes, participatory songs, and well-know sing-a-longs. Children join the “band” as the percussion

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Sacred Heart School lowest tuition in the area. Our school reflects the Guanellian Spirit through the Servants of Charity and the Daughters of St. Mary of Providence who are present daily in the school. Extras provided: Spanish, Computer Lab K-8, Art, Music, Library, Physical Education. Extra curricular activities: Cross-Country, Soccer, Basketball, Instrumental Band. Small class sizes-Remedial-Resource. Financial aid available. Before and after day care available. Great location with easy access to Rt. 195! True Catholic education at an affordable price! Visit our beautiful facilities, including our full size gym, and see what a diﬀerence we can make in your child’s life!!!!

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Weekly Storytimes - January 17 May 19, 2012

No advance registration is necessary. Half hour storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities. Mondays, 10:30 a.m., ages birth - 35 months @Riverside Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m., ages 3 - 6 @ Riverside Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., ages 2 – 3 @Fuller Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., ages 2 – 6 @ Weaver Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., ages birth – 35 months @Weaver Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., ages 3 – 6 @ Weaver Thursday, 1:30 p.m., ages 3 – 6 @ Rumford Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., ages 2 - 6 @ Weaver

Bilingual (Portuguese/English) Family Storytime

Saturdays, January 28, 3:00-3:30 @ Weaver for all ages Stories and songs

“Stories On The Spectrum”

Stories and songs for children who have developmental disorders and their families. Saturdays (once a month), 11:0011:30am @Weaver January 14, February 11, March 10, April 7, May 5

Crafts – all ages

Chess Club @Riverside

January 26 - March 8 (no meeting Feb. 23 during School Vacation Week) Thursdays, 3:45 - 4:45, ages 6 - 18

Pizza Party Finale on March 8

Limited to 30 participants. Call 433-4877 to register.

Tuesday, January 3, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Paper Plate Snowmen @Rumford Monday, January 9, 3:00-5:00 - Create a Polar Bear Scene @Fuller Thursday, January 12, 3:45-4:45 - Foam Penguins @Riverside Tuesday, January 17, 3:00–5:00 p.m. – Snowman Garland @Rumford Monday, January 23, 3:00–5:00 p.m. – Year of the Dragon Craft @Fuller

Bookies @Weaver

Read and act out great stories, tell jokes, make crafts, eat snacks, play games, and more! Wednesdays, 3:45 – 4:45, grades 1 – 5 January 18 - May 16 - January dates are: Jan. 18 & Jan. 25 Book Selection is read during the program.

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The Rhode Island Watercolor Society announces the opening of its Annual New Artist Member Show. The exhibition features original watermedia paintings created by new Artist Members accepted during 2011. The Society encourages all to attend the Opening Reception to be held on Sunday, January 29, 2012 from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Society’s Gallery, and meet the participating new Artist Member artists. One of the oldest watercolor organizations in the United States, the Society serves an active membership of over 300 artists throughout New England. The exhibit and sale of paintings runs from Sunday, January 29, through Thursday, February 16, 2012, at the Society’s Gallery, located at the J. C. Potter Casino (Boat House) in Slater Memorial Park, Armistice Boulevard, Pawtucket, RI. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM and Sunday from 1 to 5 PM. Admission to the exhibition is free and open to the public. For more information on the Rhode Island Watercolor Society and its programs and activities, contact Alyssa Wood, Gallery Director, at (401) 726-1876 and riwsgallery@ verizon.net or visit the Society’s web site at www.riws.org. Publicity Contact: Rick Cardoza, (508) 883-8250 or riwsgallery@verizon.net

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Newman YMCA Receives $5,000 Grant from JCPenney Afterschool to Engage More Youth in Afterschool Programs

Funding will be used to provide financial assistance to children and teens

Thanks to a $5,000 grant from JCPenney Afterschool, the Newman YMCA will have the opportunity to help more children and teens participate in safe, life-enriching afterschool programs this school year. This gift is one of 287 grants being awarded by JCPenney Afterschool to YMCAs around the country. It is designed to help Ys provide financial assistance to students (grades K-8) who otherwise could not afford to participate in afterschool programs. “JCPenney is firmly committed to supporting youth-serving organizations, like the Y, that are dedicated to providing positive, meaningful programs during the crucial hours of 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., when studies show that a quarter of America’s children are unsupervised after school,” said Jodi Gibson, community relations director for JCPenney and president of the JCPenney Afterschool Fund. “By collaborating with the Y, we can ensure that more children have access to afterschool programs that inspire them to be smart, strong and socially responsible.” Today, with thousands of afterschool programs across the country, the nation’s YMCAs are a leading resource for parents seeking a safe, enriching place for their children to go after school. YMCA afterschool programs focus on the holistic development of youth, which include elements that promote health and well-being, social skill development, emotional development, creativity, character development, sports and service. In Seekonk, Rehoboth and East Providence the YMCA serves 256 children in before and after school programming. The Out-ofSchool time curriculum is aimed at impacting the academic, emotional and physical development of the children in state licensed care programs The initiative promotes academic achievement and enrichment as well as overall well-being. “The Newman YMCA is dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child and teen, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility,” said Jennifer Farley, Out-of-School Time Director at the Newman Y. “This generous support from JCPenney Afterschool strengthens our efforts by giving parents of our communities peace of mind, and their children a place to learn, grow and thrive. No child is turned away from our program because of inability to pay.” JCPenney Afterschool has supported YMCA afterschool programming since 1999. In addition to awarding afterschool access grants, JCPenney Afterschool has implemented Round-Up fundraising events and a JCPcares social media campaign to raise awareness and resources in support of afterschool programs in every JCPenney community. The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,687 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. ymca.net.

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Weekly/Monthly Programs Monday 9:00 a.m. Intermediate Yoga 10:30 a.m. Beginners Yoga 10:30 a.m. Caregivers Support Group (4th Mon) 1:00 p.m. Pokeno 1:00 p.m. Book Club 2:00 p.m. Ballroom Dancing Tuesday 8:15 a.m. Cards (Cockroach) 9:30 a.m. Aerobics Exercise 9:30 a.m. Watercolor Class 9:30 a.m. Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m. Weight Maintenance (2nd Tues) 11:00 a.m. Tai Chi 1:00 p.m. Drawing Class 1:00 a.m. Cribbage 1:25 p.m. BINGO 1:30 p.m. Stroke Club (1st Tues) Wednesday 8:30 a.m. East Side Lab (1st Wed) 9:00 a.m. Intermediate Yoga 9:00 a.m. Manicurist/Alterations 10:00 a.m. Scrabble 10:45 a.m. PACE 1:30 p.m. Nutrition Weight Loss Class Thursday 9:00 a.m. Tax Preparation (Feb. & March) 9:30 a.m. Aerobics Exercise 10:15 a.m. Nutrition Weight Loss 1:00 p.m. Bridge 1:00 p.m. Craft Class 1:30 p.m. Diabetes Support Group (2nd & 4th Thurs) Friday 9:00 a.m. Billiards League 9:30 a.m. Chair Yoga 10:00 a.m. Scrabble 10:45 a.m. PACE 11:00 a.m. Meditation Class 12:45 p.m. In-Sight Support Group (4th Fri) 1:20 p.m. Hi Lo Jack League Daily Lunch Noon Library 8 a.m. — 4 p.m. Coffee Hour 2:15 p.m. Fitness Center 8 a.m. — 4 a.m.

East Providence Senior Center News Highlights

Clinical Lab 4th Stroke Club 4th Blood Pressure Clinic 9th East Bay Center 10th Weight Maintenance 10th Blood Pressure Clinic 11th Diabetes Support 12th Blood Pressure Clinic 19th AARP Board Meeting 19th Red Hats 19th In-Sight 20th Caregiver’s Support 23rd East Bay Center 24th Blood Pressure Clinic 24th RSVP Board 25th Advisory Board 26th Diabetes Support 26th Computer Assistance 30th

8:30am 1:30pm 10:30am 9:00am 10:30am 10:30am 1:30pm 10:30am 1:00pm 1:30am 12:45pm 10:30am 9:00am 10:30am 1:30pm 9:00am 1:30pm 2:00pm

Blood Pressure Schedule 10:30am

Jan. 9th sponsored by Atria Bay Spring Jan. 11th sponsored by Waterview Villa Jan. 19th sponsored by Evergreen NH Jan. 24th sponsored by Hattie Ide Chaffee All clinics are held in the dining room 10:30 to 11:30am

Nutrition Weight Management

Thursday, January 26 at 11 am We will be having an open session in Nutrition Weight Management-all EPSC members are welcome to attend. Dr. Priya Kohli, cardiologist from Memorial Hospital of RI, will be speaking on: How to avoid a heart attack, Recognize symptoms, and Reduce your risk. You may reserve your seat by calling the health Office at: 435-7870.

A New Service at the Senior Center!

On Thursday, January 26 from 9-12 noon Dr. Richard R. Reuter, podiatrist will be in the Health Office seeing patients. Dr. Reuter has a practice in Providence and comes highly recommended from other health care providers in East Providence. Many members have asked for the convenience of visits by a foot doctor here at the center and Dr. Reuter has graciously agreed to do so. Call the health Office at 435-7870 to schedule your appointment. Please call the Health Office at: 435-7870 to schedule your appointment or if you have any questions. Dr. Reuter accepts all major insurance plans. We hope to have podiatry as a regular service at the center.

Wii Bowling

Tuesday 10:15 - 11:45. Come join our very enthusiastic Wii Bowling Group every Tuesday. Using our large screen TV our participants have a great time bowling. If you have never tried this the group will teach you and you’re sure to pick it up quickly.

Coupons for our Military

In 2011 the center sent $2,260,373 worth of coupons overseas to be distributed to the spouses and children of troops who sometimes struggle to make ends meet on military salaries. Thank you to all those who dropped off coupons and a very special thanks to the many volunteers who sorted and packaged the coupons.

Volunteer Knitters

During the year our volunteers have been very busy knitting the following: 1,000 helmet Liners, 100 Pocket Prayers, 404 Hats for Head Start, 27 Baby blankets, 15 Babies Quilts, 1,233 Baby Hats, 89 blankets for the homeless, 24 Sweaters, & 82 Lap Robes for nursing homes

Looking for Resources?

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

Vigorous Mind Brain Wellness

At the end of July the Vigorous Mind Program will be up-graded to give our members more. This will require all members to have a new user name and password as well as a short review of the new system. Please come to the Administration Office to schedule a short training. You will like the new program. Vigorous Mind is a brain wellness program. It is a scientifically based software product offering users a broad brain exercise program that trains multiple cognitive functions. The program includes a set of brain exercises that trains attention, memory, processing speed, language, number skills, multi-tasking, reasoning, hand-eye coordination as well as other critically important brain skills. The system adjusts the level of difficulty to your level and lets you view your

January 2012 The Reporter results and progress over time. Computers are available daily at the center.

Computer Assistance

Monday, (3rd Monday this month), 2pm to 4pm. On the last Monday of every month, two students from MTTI career training school will assist any member with computer questions. These volunteers will try to resolve your computer problems, and help you with a computer course you may be taking. The students will be in the computer lab.

Senior Center Healthy Aging

Nutrition Weight Management starts again! Our next session begins in this month. Classes are held on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Contact the Health Office at 435-7870 to pre-register for the next session. Get healthy for the New Year! Sorry, these classes are not drop-in, you must pre-register. Attention All AED/CPR Trained Personnel: We are having our first review meeting of the year on: Tuesday, January 31 at 10:30 am. Please attend so that we can plan out our topics for the year. Therapeutic Touch with Eleanor Leighton RN. Ms. Leighton has been performing this well researched technique for our members. Each Thursday, Ms. Leighton is here from 10:30 to 12 noon to provide members a 15 minute, individual treatment. Please contact the Health Office at 435-7870 for your private appointment or to ask any questions. We have Registered Dietitians available for appointments in the health office. They will counsel you, in private, about your dietary needs and insurance usually covers these visits. They are also certified diabetes educators. To schedule a visit, stop by the health office or call us at 435-7870 Our own Ann Marie Sabula RD and Ellen Frazier lead a weekly meditation group at the senior center each Friday at 11 am. Try something new for yourself this New Year! Perhaps improve your stress management! This program is free and open to all members. Beginners welcome! East Side Clinical Lab draws blood work here once per month. The date for this month is: Wednesday January 4, 8:3011:30. There is no pre-registration, just come in with the lab slip from your doctor. Please utilize this service. Atria Bay Spring Village is taking blood pressures. Please say hello to Judy Moorehead RN on Monday, January 9 from 10:30 to 11:30 in the dining room. She will take your blood pressure and answer any questions about their lovely facility.

The East Bay Center clinical social worker, Kathleen Beltramello LICSW, is assisting our seniors with any of their social service needs. The dates this month are: January 10 and 24 from 9 am to12 noon. Do you have questions? Do you wish to talk with someone confidentially? Please contact us for an appointment at 435-7870. Nutrition/Weight Loss Maintenance group will be meeting Tuesday January 10 at 10:30 am. This will be an open discussion meeting. Members, please try to attend. Waterview Villa’s, Crystal Jarbeau will be taking blood pressures on Wednesday, January 11 from 10:30 to 11:30 am in the dining room. Come sit and chat with her and discuss what services Waterview Villa has for you. SNAP Ed. The wonderful Registered Dietitians at URI are speaking on the important nutrition topics of the day. They will be speaking in our nutrition-weight management classes on Wednesday, January 18 at 2pm and Thursday, January 19 at 11am on: Three a Day, the Healthy Way. These classes open up to all senior center members. Join us! Evergreen House Health Center will be taking blood pressure readings on Thursday, January 19 from 10:30 to 11:30 am in the dining room. Stop by to have your blood pressure taken and to speak with lovely Ivone Joia about this wonderful facility. Caregiver’s support group will be meeting: Monday, January 23 at 10:30 am. If you are caring for a loved one and could use information or support, this group is for you. Please join us. No pre-registration necessary. Hattie Ide Chaffee Home will be performing blood pressure checks Tuesday, January 24 from 10:30 to 11:30 am in the seminar room. April Paniccia, clinical social worker at Hattie Ide, can tell you about the wonderful services they provide our community. Diabetes Support Group now meets twice monthly and the majority voted for the second and fourth Thursdays each month. This month the dates are: January 12 and 26 from 1:30 to 3 pm. If you have diabetes, please attend this wonderful, supportive group. All with diabetes and their loved ones are welcome! If you have any questions about these programs, or to register, please visit the Health Office or call 435-7870.

Exercise Programs Intermediate Yoga

Monday & Wednesday 9am $3 Integrated YOGA for emotional/mental power. Flexibility, strength, balances, beauty, stretching, weight reduction, improved breathing, relaxation, and stress relief. All are components of our Yoga classes.

Beginners Yoga

Mondays

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Ballroom Dance

Monday 2pm $3 Relearn all the old moves on the ballroom dance floor as well as some new ones. Singles are welcome.

Aerobics

Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am $2 Instructor Karen Boyd gives members a great cardiovascular workout. Hand and ankle weights are used to tone and build your muscles.

Tai Chi

Tuesday 11:00am $3 This ancient art form of exercise has been proven to reduce stress as well as chronic pain. It also reduces heart rate along with calming the mind and body.

Arthritis Exercise

Weds & Friday 10:45am No Charge A proper balance of exercise and rest can help relieve stiffness and maintain or improve your joint mobility and muscle strength.

Chair Yoga

Friday 9:30 $3 Seated yoga poses increase strength and flexibility and offers the same physical, mental and spiritual benefits as a standing yoga practice.

Fitness Center

Our fitness room is open Monday through Friday 8am - 4pm. The fitness room consists of treadmills, recumbent bikes, an elliptical stepper, hand weights, and six dual weight machines. Other features include a matted floor, mirrored walls, water, stereo, and cable TV. You must have approval from your physician to participate in this program. Forms can be obtained in the Administration Office. The fee is $35 for a one year membership.

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Bridge Thursday Pokeno Monday Cockroach Tuesday Cribbage Tuesday Hi Lo Jack League Friday

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Classes

Watercolor

Tuesday 9:30am $5. Come learn a form of watercolor for all levels of talent. Some of the fantastic artwork is displayed throughout the center.

Drawing

Tuesday 1:00pm $5 This group of artists works with pencil drawing, beginners to advanced welcome.

Crafts

Thursday 1:00pm Craft class makes dolls for Hasbro Children’s Hospital and cancer pillows for Women & Infants Hospital. Other “make and take” crafts will be taught.

Computer Classes

Sessions & Times Vary. Our computer lab consists of class room computers and computers for general use. All computers are on-line. Courses offered: Introduction to Computers, Microsoft Word Part 1 & 2, and Introduction to the Internet Part 1 & 2. Computer classes are conducted by trained computer teachers. Classes are held in 4 week sessions. Each class meets for 1hr. and 15 minutes. The cost per session is $20/ members and $25/non members. Classes are filled on a first payment basis. Class size is limited to six students.

Support Groups

Diabetes Support 1:30-3:00pm

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

Caregiver’s Support 10:30-11:30am

This support group is held the fourth Monday each month. The sessions offer support and sharing with others who are caring for loved ones.

Stroke Club 1:30pm - 3:00pm

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

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

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

Daily Programs

Computer games, Billiards, Cards, Nutritional Lunch, Bocce ball, Walking Track, Morning & Afternoon Coffee/Pastry

Senior Center Library

The library is a very warm and lovely place for people to choose a good book and read in a nice quiet area. We continue to receive many donations of new and current books. These donations have truly enhanced the quantity of our library. We also have current magazines for your enjoyment. The book club meets on Monday afternoons. New club members are welcome.

General Services

Elder Information Specialist: Our Elder Information Specialist assists the elderly and their families in providing information /referral and assistance with accessing services and programs. Nutrition Program: The center provides a nutritional meal to approximately 125 seniors per day. The Cranston Senior Center provides the meals. Case Management / Senior Services: The center coordinates with East Bay Community Action Program Inc., for all casework and follow-ups. Protective Services Council, made up of city departments and mental health/social service agencies, meets monthly to discuss problems concerning the elderly. Transportation: The center has two buses that are used daily for door-to-door transportation to and from the center. Notary: This service is available in the Administration Office at no charge. Seminars: Monthly social, educational, and financial seminars on topics relating to seniors. Manicurist: A manicurist visits the center weekly for manicures and polish changes. Gift Shop: The gift shop has many different items for the convenience of the seniors. Small items from candy and greeting cards to jewelry, handmade items and crafts are available.

Leisure Programs

Book Club Monday 1:00pm Bingo Tuesday 1:25pm Scrabble Wednesday & Friday10:00am Meditation Class Friday 11:00am Library Daily 8-4pm Computer Games Daily Lounge Billiards Daily Lower level

Gift Shop

Remember to visit our lovely gift shop located in the dining room area. We have a great selection of hand made items, gift cards, and snacks.

East Providence Senior Center And Monty’s Trips

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We ask all to bring in clipped coupons found in the Sunday newspaper and maybe we can make a difference. They are distributed to the spouses and children of troops who sometimes struggle to make ends meet on military salaries.

Cell Phone Recycling

The center is collecting used or discarded cell phones. Most phones end up in kitchen drawers collecting dust. By partnering with Cellular Recycler, we have developed a way to make the most of used cell phones. A box is in the administration office for depositing the cell phones. We thank you in advance. The phones will either be recycled for their precious metals according to EPA standards or be refurbished for use in developing countries. The memory of each phone is “flashed” to wipe out any previous information stored on the cell phone.

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EP Police Announce A New Tracking Service For People Who Wander The East Providence Police Department and Lojack Safetynet, Inc. have announced a new service for people with Alzheimer’s disease, Autism, or other cognitive disorders that may make them prone to wandering. Safetynet by Lojack helps caregivers provide an added layer of protection for loved ones with these conditions. The service also provides police with the tools and training to more effectively find and rescue those individuals if they wander and go missing. The SafetyNet bracelet emits a radio frequency signal that unlike cellular and GPS technology doesn’t rely on cellular networks or satellite signals. The radio frequency signal can be tracked when a client wanders into a shallow body of water, a densely wooded area, or a concrete or steel structure. The search and rescue equipment used by the East Providence Police Department can detect radio frequency signal emitted from the bracelet with a range of approximately one mile on the ground and 5-7 miles from a helicopter. SafetyNet’s secure database contains information on each individual client enrolled in the service so that the search and rescue team can have the most up to date information on the person’s habits and how he or she should be approached, spoken to, and comforted. RI State Representative Helio Melo and RI State Senator Daniel DaPonte secured $3000 in legislative grant funds for the East Providence Police Department to help defray the cost of this program for residents after the completion of the SafetyNet promotional period. For more information contact Community Relations Officer Thomas Aguiar @ 435-7630

Help Stop Medical Discount Card Fraud

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) needs your help in halting a surge in the fraudulent marketing of medical discount cards. In these schemes, marketers typically represent that consumers will receive low-cost health insurance or medical benefits. In reality, consumers do not receive health insurance or any meaningful medical benefits. Instead, they receive a card that purports to provide discounted rates with medical providers. Consumers find that the promised discounted rates are illusory. These bogus medical discount programs are marketed to consumers in a variety of ways, including illegal recorded telephone calls (robocalls), unsolicited faxes, radio and television ads, and web sites. Regardless of the medium, the ads often target seniors, claiming that the discount cards will supplement Medicare. The FTC, which is the federal government’s consumer protection agency, brings federal court law enforcement actions to stop fraud and obtain refunds for consumers. If you have information about a medical discount card scheme, or learn of a victim of such a scheme, please contact the FTC by calling Artie DeCastro at 202-326-2747.

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Helen Oliveira Weds Sergio Faria

Sergio Faria and Helen Oliveira both of East Providence were wed on 11/11/11 after dating for 11 years. They were married by Justice of The Peace at Waterman Grille in Providence. They were accompanied by their son Thomas P. Foley Junior. The witnesses were Barry and Bernardine Pacheco along with their children Brandon Brown and Briana Pacheco all of East Providence. The ceremony was followed by a private dinner at Tyler Point Grille in Barrington. Later, friends and family joined the couple at their home to receive the news. The wedding was held a secret and was a surprise to all friends and family. Helen Oliveira wed Sergio Faria on 11/11/11.

Kerri MacWhorter Weds Jared Defond

Kerri MacWhorter of East Providence and Jared Defond of Cumberland were married in a sunset ceremony on the beach at The Radisson in Aruba on October 22, 2011 surrounded by their families and closest friends. A poolside reception was held following the ceremony. Kerri is a graduate of East Providence High School and URI. She is employed as a Pharmacist at Rite Aid Pharmacy. Jared is a graduate of North Providence High School and URI. He is employed as a Pharmacist at CVS. Kerri and Jared have a home in Attleboro, MA.

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Hello, I’m Angela Hall and welcome to “Play With Your Food”… because cooking should be fun!

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(formerly of Riverside) Happy New Year 2012! A new year comes with the promise of a fresh start. January gets its name from the Pagan God Janus having two faces, one looking toward the future, the other into the past. Honor the past, learn and look to the future. We make resolutions for a better tomorrow. Each day is a little longer and brighter. But with all the promise we still can find ourselves a little “blue”. What better way to brighten a winter kitchen than with some oranges? Citrus fruits are readily available and have quite a lot in common. They are all acidic and high in levels of vitamin C. This makes them good antioxidant and anti-toxin fruits. They add a little sparkle to most dishes and can keep bananas, apples, and other fruits from going brown when cut. Of course we think of oranges, but did you know that you could substitute one citrus fruit with another in a recipe. Grapefruits, the flesh is white to red, depending on the variety. The red varieties are sweeter than the white varieties. Kumquats are a small yellow fruit with an edible skin. The rind is quite sweet while the flesh is tangy. This offers a unique contrast when eating the fruit. Lemon is one of the most popular items on the list of citrus fruits. It goes well in beverages, with meats, in baked goods, and is essential with fish dishes. The Meyer Lemon is a less acidic type that has gained in popularity in recent years. Limes are often used in Mexican and South American cooking for their unique flavor. Key Limes are a tiny variety of lime that grows on the Florida Keys. It is available for (We're the 1st exit over the bridge) only a short period of time every year. Although you can use other lime juice in place of Key Limes the finished product will be different. The Minneola is a cross between a grapefruit and a tangerine. Oranges may be one of the most popular citrus fruits of all. Tart and sweet, an orange is a great snack or ingredient any time. Oranges become orange when they get cold. In the warmer climates the orange remains yellowish green. The best oranges are heavy for their size and have a sweet fragrance. Store them for a week at room temperature, or put them in the refrigerator for longer storage. Blood oranges are a type of orange that is crimson red on the inside. They are sweet and low in acid compared to other oranges. In the United States blood oranges are grown in Texas and California. The Tangerine is a sweet relative of the orange. Clementines, are valued for their sweet flesh and intense tangerine flavor. Like tangerines are exceptionally easy to peel and can be used in any dish where you want a mellow, sweet citrus flavor. The Tangelo is a cross between a tangerine, an orange, and • Banquet Facility a grapefruit. for 100pp An Ugli fruit is a type of tangelo. The first recipe I want to share uses Kumquats. If you are not • Dining room rental familiar with this sweet little gem you may want to give them a open for Special Events try. I have used them sliced in a salad or included with pasta for on Sunday Only a fresh flavor. The Spiced Poached Kumquats can be used on meats or chicken. Try them with goat cheese on toast. They are OPEN For Lunch and Dinner: also good with desserts and ice cream. The second recipe is one of my favorite “fast food” dishes. Tues thru Thurs 11:30 to 9:30; Friday 11:30 to 10:00; Saturday 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm A simple Orange Chicken with Black Rice Timbales. The recipe Takeout and Party Platter Menus Online uses black rice, which can be purchased at any Asian market. You can substitute whatever rice you like. I also suggest trying Blood Oranges they have such a beautiful color that would comwww.fratelloristorante.com • 401-383-2987 pliment the chicken.

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The third recipe is Sweet Ricotta with Lemon and Cats’ Tongues Cookies. All I can say about this is yum! Try different citrus fruits in your winter cooking to bring fresh summer tastes to all your dishes. A bit of zest in a salad or soup can bring out the flavor. A little lemon peel in a jar with sugar and you have Lemon Sugar for tea. Be creative, have fun! If you have any questions or want to share thoughts on these and other winter receipts you can contact me at PLAYWITHFOODTODAY@gmail.com or look for me on Facebook. Happy New Year!

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ORANGE CHICKEN WITH BLACK RICE TIMBALES 4 servings 5 juice oranges 1/2 cup black rice 2 tbsp. grated Parmigiano-reggiano cheese 1 1/2 lb. skinless boneless chicken, cubed 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

Zest one of the oranges, set aside. Cut rinds from 3 of the oranges, reserving rinds, section1 of the oranges and juice the remaining 4. Bring a saucepan of salted water to boil. Add rice and orange rinds; simmer until rice is tender, but still firm to the bite, about 30 minutes. Drain rice and transfer to a bowl. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and stir to combine; season to taste with salt and pepper. Line 4 custard cups or small ramekins with plastic wrap. Divide rice among cups, packing tightly with the back of a spoon. Roll chicken in flour seasoned with salt and pepper, lightly coat. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium/high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally for about 8 minutes. Add orange juice and bring to a simmer and cook 5 minutes more. Remove from heat, stir in orange sections. Turn out rice timbales, spoon chicken onto plates and sprinkle with orange zest.

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JANUARY BUSINESS DIRECTORY Accountant Accountant Appliance Repairs Attorney Attorney Attorney Auto Body Auto Body Auto Body Auto Dealers Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Auto Repairs Bank Building Contractor Building Contractor Carpentry - Finish Chamber of Commerce Collectibles Credit Union Credit Union Dance Studio Dance Studio Dentist Dentist Engine Repair-Lawn Excavating Figure Skating Food Service Framing - Custom Fuel - Oil Fuel - Oil Fuel - Oil Fuel - Oil Fuel - Propane Furniture/Upholstery Hair Salon Handyman Hardware Store Health & Fitness Home Improvements Insurance Agency

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