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Mark Your Calendar for Second Annual Watchemoket Square Day
This year’s Watchetmoket Square Day will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2012 from 9:00 am - 3:00pm. The activities will take place on and near Warren Avenue in East Providence. The free event is a celebration of East Providence’s past and present. Watchemoket Square began near Bold Point and was used by the Wampanoag Indians to cross the Seekonk River. Watchemoket is an Indian word meaning the proximity of the river and the tidal march… with the feel and smell of the area. In the early years of East Providence, which was then Rehoboth, Massachusetts, the site was the best place to cross the river. In 1793, John Brown of Providence built a bridge from Fox Point (Providence) to Bold Point. In 1885, an iron bridge was built which led to development in the area; including an inn followed by over one hundred businesses. By 1906, Watchemoket Square became the central business district of East Providence and covered approximately nine acres of land in the central section of the town. Information about Watchemoket Square’s history will be available at the event during the Walking History Tour hosted by the East Providence Historical Society. New this year, the event opens at 9:00 a.m. with a parade beginning at East Providence City Hall. It will feature cars en route to the Classic Car Show at Hot Rides, Inc. at 30 Veterans Memorial Parkway. There will be fun activities for kids and adults throughout the day. Plan to include breakfast or lunch at one of the local restaurants: Dee’s Place, The Watchemoket Tavern, The 133 Club and East Providence Yacht Club. The popular, annual church bazaar at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 81 Warren Avenue will also take place during the event. For more information, visit Square Facebook page.
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East Providence News Briefs
VOTE TUESDAY SEPT. 11 Rhode Island League Of Women Voters’ 2012
East Providence Candidate Debates! Primary Election Candidates Tuesday, Sept. 4, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Weaver Library, 41 Grove Avenue Candidates for EP Wards 1 & 2 Monday, October 15, 6 - 8 p.m. Cape Verdean Progressive Center, 329 Grosvenor Avenue Candidates for EP Wards 3 & 4 Wednesday, October 17, 6 - 8 p.m. Riverside Congregational Church, 15 Oak Ave. Public Radio will play back the Primary forum on Cox Channel 17 and on Verizon Channel 25 on the following dates and times: Sept 8 - 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sept 9 - 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sept 10 - 12 noon and 8 p.m. Sept 11 -12 noon and 8 p.m. The dates for playback of the forums on October 15 and 17 are not yet scheduled. Check our website... www.ReporterToday.com f or dates and times
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The East Providence Historical Society returns to the Weaver Library Monday, September 24 for a reprise of its popular “Smithsonian Evening.” Eight EPHS members will choose their favorite artifact from the Hunt House museum and give a brief history and provenance of that object. Again, there will be a mystery item such as last year’s horse tethering block. The program is sponsored by the library and EPHS, and begins at 7pm. Refreshments will follow.
FREE TO ALL! SMITHSONIAN DAY IN EAST PROVIDENCE!
The EP Historical Society is joining other museums nationwide on Sept 29th from 10-3pm for Smithsonian Magazine’s national free museum day. Come enjoy the award winning Rumford collection, the heritage gardens, the waterfalls, and the site of Rumford’s only amusement park. The EPHS is a volunteer organization in its 45 year which is dedicated to the preservation of local history. We maintain the John Hunt Museum at 65 Hunts Mills Road, participate in the URI Master Gardening program, and provide educational programs for the public. Our museum is open to all on the 2nd Sunday of every month except Jan/ Feb from 1-4pm and by appointment. Our meetings are open to all: Board – first Wed of the month. General: 4th Monday of the month. For more information www.ephist. org or call 438-1750
Inside This Issue Births..................................50 Business Directory...................62 Classifieds................................ 60 Clubs......................................30 Dining Guide...........................58 E.P. Chamber of Commerce.....20 Events & Activities....................24 Letters to the Editor...................5 Library..................................38 News Briefs................................3 Opinion From the Mayor's Office...23 People....................................35 Back to School......................40 Scouts...............................59 Senior Center News...............52 Sports...............................46 Town News......................21
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The 5th annual Brandon Motta 5k run and 2 mile walk was a great success. We had approximately 150 participants and over 70 volunteers and supporters. This event could not take place without our generous sponsors, local businesses who donate the food, water and great raffle items. We also have a great support staff from Race director Ron Coleman, Race coordinator Mike Motta and all of our Family and Friends to help make this event a success every year. For pictures and information visit our website at www.helpbrandon.com. Thank you to all involved…
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On behalf of myself and my family, I would like to thank everyone for coming to the Pasta Dinner on Friday, August 10th; despite of the weather we had a great turnout. I would like to thank everyone who volunteered that night and everyone who made donations to make this event a success. These families really appreciate the support that was shown by everyone. This event could not have happened without the community support that was shown and without the following organizations and individuals that helped support it. We appreciate the support of the East Providence Reporter newspaper! American Legion - Riverside Patriot Liquors Dellefratte Auto Mooh Ice Cream Rods’s Grill Quito’s Seafood Restaurant Designer Dogs Uptown Salon Amaral’s Fish & Chips Sax’s Pizza – East Providence Papa Sam’s Shaws – East Providence and Barrington Edible Arrangements Crossroads Resturant Riviera Restaurant – East Providence Jordan’s Liquors – East Providence Sid Wainer – New Bedford Uno Morning Star Bakery – East Providence Elmwood Sports - Cranston 94 WHJY – Providence Orlo Avenue Elementary School PTA Orlo Ave Elementary School Teachers East Providence Community Phil Tirrell of Weichert Realtors, Tirrell Realty - Riverside Stop and Shop – East Providence and Pawtucket East Providence Fire Department East Providence Police Department Pawtucket Fire Department B. Pinellis – East Providence NEARI Bob Rodericks – East Providence Reporter Mike Rego – East Providence Post Abigail Crocker – East Providence Patch
Eric Terceira – DJ E-Nice Autum Breeze & Bethany Silva Peter Machado and Family Wayne Aldrich Gary Palumbo and Family Scott Lewis Heather Foley A special thank you to Peter Machado for cooking all of the food, Ozzy Monteiro for his support and Fire Chief Oscar Elmasian for going back in to the 2nd floor to get my niece’s blanket! Out of all her belongings, this was the one special thing she really wanted. The community support that I have witnessed in these past weeks will never be forgotten, I am truly blessed to have such wonderful friends and I am extremely proud to call myself a Townie. Thank you again!!! Liz Fox and Family
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I am writing to express my strong support for James A. Briden who is a candidate for the Ward 1 City Council Seat in East Providence. Mr. Briden is an attorney and partner at the Law Firm of Blais Cunningham & Crowe Chester, LLP. Jim attended the Gordon School in East Providence and graduated from Moses Brown. He then went on to receive his B.A. in Economics from Boston College and law degree from the University of Arizona. Mr. Briden served as the East Providence City Solicitor/Attorney from 2008 through 2010. Jim’s general counsel background and, in particular, his experience in municipal law make him extraordinarily well qualified to serve as our city councilman. What will distinguish him is his ability to critically evaluate complex issues and to make very good decisions on our behalf. This will have significant and positive impact on our city. As a resident of Rumford, I have gotten to know Jim well through our neighborhood group’s sustained efforts to prevent the expansion of TLA Pond View. Jim has truly emerged as a community leader through his diligent efforts which have included legal analysis, devising strategy, helping to organize rallies, testifying at the State House, writing letters, serving as a laison between the city and residents, and strongly advocating for our cause on a regular basis before the City Council. Mr. Briden has proven himself through his actions in contrast to other candidates who simply make promises as a means to getting elected. Jim has been truly dedicated to our community and has earned our respect and strong support. For these reasons, I ask that you vote for Jim Briden on Election Day. Sincerely, Corliss Blanchard, Rumford
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I was thinking about everything happening in local politics in the City. Reflecting on such, I’d like to share a perspective that subsequently came to mind. Less than a decade ago, “United We Stand” was as politically correct as correct could be, which was of course followed the tragic events of 9/11. At that time, we were all one. However, in somewhat short order “United We Stand” became “United We Stood”. And today the national divide between the two parties is probably as great as it’s ever been. But much more significant and actually appalling is what is going on locally. It’s no secret East Providence has a Democratic Party that is really two parties in one. The well-funded “Big Labor” side seems to see things only one way (furthering the cause of public labor and uniting public labor unions against taxpayers’ representatives). As such, it’s disheartening and shameful that months ago they dismissed any notion of backing popular incumbents Representative Helio Melo and Senator Daniel DaPonte, two highly regarded leaders of the State’s respective House and Senate Finance committees. While it’s now old news that Representative Melo’s challenger dropped out, it is unfortunate the party’s public war goes on with the well-financed, labor-backed attack on Senator DaPonte. This is shameful as the Honorable Senator worked closely with General Treasurer Gina Raimondo in sponsoring and supporting Pension Reform, which is expected to save the taxpayers of the State over $3 billion dollars. So with efforts almost exclusively based on “taking out” Senator DaPonte in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary, it would certainly be a continued on page 8...
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wonderful message for the people of East Providence to stand together against the political machine of big labor. It’s an opportunity to not just support a documented reformer who’s for the taxpayer, but to show local Party leadership that it was a futile effort to mess with the best interest of the majority of its members, average citizens who are taxpayers that are not supporters of political machines whose intentions are to divide and conquer.
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Next week, I encourage all to do something that, as reported in the Providence Journal on August 21, the party’s local leadership is counting on you not to do, which is to turn out to vote in the primary. It’s time to stand united with the people’s portion of the Party, not public labor’s pals/pols. Jeffrey J. Brown, Barrington RI Mr. Brown is a property and business owner in the City of East Providence and graduate of East Providence High School, class of 1982.
The Important Primary
The primary elections in the state of Rhode Island will be held on September 11, 2012 and because of the nature of Rhode Island politics, it may be the only opportunity that residents of East Providence have to cast their vote for the candidate of their choice. In far too many races there is no Republican or independent challenger so, in essence, the primary is the election. Even where there is a challenger, the odds of an independent candidate winning a general election contest in a two way race, in a presidential election year, in the bluest of blue states, are extremely low. For better or worse, the primary winners will be the ones most likely to represent you come next January. I would encourage all East Providence residents, both Democratic and unaffiliated voters, (it is too late for Republicans to disaffiliate) to be sure to study the issues, learn about the candidates, and cast their ballots on September 11. This may be the only opportunity you have to have your voice heard in this election cycle. There are a number of competitive primary races within the city and it is your responsibility to make your vote count or the candidate you are pulling for, or assume will win, may not make it to the November general election. continued on page 10...
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te ber o V m te th p Se 11 "If you agree that our state government is broken and we need leaders who will stand up to political insiders and big money interests and who will put East Providence families first, I would be honored to have your vote." -Bob DaSilva
Roberto "Bob" DaSilva Putting East Providence Families First • Voted Against Raising Car Taxes • Voted Against Huge Tax Breaks for Millionaires • Co-Sponsored Legislation to Stop the Pond View Expansion • Fighting Against Eliminating Middle School Sports in EP
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Lies, Damn Lies, And Statistics Revisited
In the May 2012 East Providence Reporter (p. 14), former mayor Joe Larisa responded to the letter to the editor “Joe Larisa and the ‘Big Lie’” by Michael T. and Carmen Victoria HAMERLY that appeared in the April 2012 East Providence Reporter (pp. 6–8). Our exchanges with former mayor Joe Larisa are always interesting and sometimes informative. This time around we learned that our family name (i.e. [the abbreviation for the Latin id est, that translates as “that is to say” in this case], last name, patronymic, or surname) is not HAMERLY but “Victoria.” Victoria is Mrs. Hamerly’s second or middle name, not mine or her last name. I beg the reader’s indulgence for being redundant, but obviously former mayor Joe Larisa’s command of the English language is as deficient as his grasp of statistics.
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Everyone’s property tax rate was raised inordinately in FY 2010. Whereas for FY 2009, the property tax rate was $15.43 per $1,000 of appraised value, for FY 2010 it was increased to $19.41 per $1,000 of appraised value. This constituted a 25.8 (not a 3.5) percent increase in the tax rate. This is the kicker, the magic bullet, and the smoking gun. In the case of Michael T. and Carmen Victoria HAMERLY, this means that whereas we paid $5206.08 in property taxes (excluding discounts) in FY 2009 for our house and lot appraised by the City of East Providence at $337,400, we paid $5576.49 in property taxes (excluding discounts) in FY 2010 for our house and lot reappraised by the City of East Providence at $287,300. In other words, we paid 7.1 percent more in absolute terms than we had the previous year on property worth 14.8 percent less ($50,100 less in terms
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of dollars and cents). By the same token, this also means that we would have paid $6548.93 in property taxes in FY 2010 had the appraised value of our property remained the same as in FY 2009. Admittedly these figures can be somewhat confusing. Therefore, let me try to explain by way of a different example. Let us say, that in 2009, I earned $1,000 per week and was taxed by the federal government at the rate of 10 percent. Therefore, I would have paid $100 per week in income tax, assuming no applicable deductions. So far so good. Then a recession hits. My employer lowers my weekly wages to $750 per week. Previously I would have been taxed by the federal government at the rate of 6.5 percent and therefore would have paid only $48.50 per week in income tax, again assuming no applicable deductions. But now the government being in desperate need of increased, not just the same amount, of funding, decides to raise the rate at which I am being taxed to 13.8 percent so that it continues to receive not just $100 per week from me in income tax but 3.5 percent more or $103.50. The economy improves. Therefore, my employer restores my weekly wages to $1,000 (an unlikely scenario). The government is delighted, of course, because now it can take at least $138 per week from me in income taxes, if not more. And also because the government, good, bad or indifferent — take your choice — can also and, again of course, will take credit for the improvement in the economy. Is this legal? Yes. Is it fair or equitable? No. We the voters are not only being asked to live within our means but being forced to live within considerably reduced means, given the “depressed” state of the economy as well as the restructuring it is undergoing. Therefore, we should insist that government make do with correspondingly less as well, but that is matter for a different discussion. And no, this does not mean that I am an advocate for reduction in services, particularly not insofar as women and children, the elderly, and the indigent are concerned. Any society that can waste hundreds of billions of dollars on death and destruction through meaningless wars should be able to afford to attend to the real needs of its members, again a matter for a different discussion.
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“The Victorias also claim that my assertion that Townies paid an average of $200 more per car in property taxes this year over last year was ‘fabricated ... out of thin air.’” This twisting of what we the Hamerlys actually stated is typical of the mendacity and prevarication in which former mayor Joe Larisa continues to indulge in order to attempt to hoodwink the voters of East Providence. What we actually stated was: You [i.e., former mayor Joe Larisa] claim in the Feb. 2012 East Providence Reporter: (1) “every auto in EP is now taxed at $200 more per year than it once was ...”; (2) “Everyone with a car ended up paying about $200 more per year to the City ...” and (3) “last year the General Assembly forced a $00 car tax increase on all autos in the City.” Since when, former mayor Joe Larisa are “every auto,” “everyone with a car,” and “all autos” (your words, not ours) the same as an average? Apparently one of us, former mayor Joe Larisa, is seriously lacking in knowledge of the English language and/or statistics, or given to loose usage of both on the grounds that the majority of voters are too stupid or ignorant to know the difference. I put it to you former mayor Joe Larisa that it is you who abuse language and statistics, perhaps through ignorance, and that it is you who are in contempt of the voting public. The other possibility is that you are deliberately duplicitous as are almost all, if not all, politicians. Only those of us whose automobiles had an appraisal value (presumably Blue Book) of more than $6,000 in FY 2011 had to pay an additional $200 to the City of East Providence in taxes. Those of us whose vehicles were appraised at less than $6,000 paid proportionally less. continued on page 17
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November 2012 Ballot Questions with Explanations 1. QUESTION: Shall the charter for the City of East Providence be amended as follows to allow the fiscal year to be changed by ordinance? Sec. 5-1. Fiscal year; "budget year" defined. The fiscal year of the city government shall begin on the first day of November and shall end on the last day of October of each calendar year unless a uniform fiscal year for all cities and towns shall be established by state law. Such fiscal year may be changed by ordinance so long as any such change remains in compliance with state law. Such fiscal year shall also constitute the budget and accounting year. As used in this Charter, the term "budget year" shall mean the fiscal year for which any particular budget is adopted and in which it is administered. This amendment becomes effective upon passage without further action. EXPLANATION: This charter amendment would give the city council the power to change the current fiscal year by ordinance. The charter sets the current fiscal year from November 1 through October 31. Because the current fiscal year is not consistent with the tax collection schedule, the taxpayers pay for borrowing costs in excess of $325,000 annually to secure Tax Anticipation Notes. The proposed change would save these costs, improve the city’s credit worthiness and prevent potential cash deficits. Before the council considers the fiscal year ordinance for passage, the city will develop a strategy to synchronize the fiscal and tax years by either a gradual transition or a synchronization bond in accordance with Rhode Island General Laws Section 35-2-2. A vote to approve would place this change in the city charter where it could only be removed by a subsequent charter amendment through a public vote. A vote to reject would not place this change in the charter and prevent such change, if proposed, until the next general election. 2. QUESTION: Shall the Charter for the City of East Providence be amended as follows to create a budget reserve fund? Sec. 5-15 (a) No budget act shall cause the aggregate expenditures enacted in any given fiscal year to exceed ninety nine percent (99%) of the anticipated revenues for such fiscal
year as defined in Article V. Sec. 5-5 of this Charter. (b) There is hereby established a budget reserve fund. Revenues in this budget reserve fund may be included in the budget, whenever: (1) the city forecasts or experiences a loss in total non-property tax revenues and the loss is certified by the director of finance; (2) The city experiences or anticipates an emergency situation, which shall be deemed to exist when the city experiences or anticipates health insurance costs, retirement contributions or utility expenditures which exceed the prior fiscal year's health insurance costs, retirement contributions or utility expenditures by a percentage greater than ten and one-half percent (10.5%); (3) The city forecasts or experiences debt services expenditures net of any state aid reimbursement which exceed the prior year's debt service expenditures by an amount greater than three and one-half percent (3.5%) and which are the result of bonded debt issued in a manner consistent with general law or a special act. (4) The city experiences substantial growth in its tax base as the result of major new construction which necessitates either significant infrastructure or school housing expenditures by the city or a significant increase in the need for essential municipal services and such increase in expenditures or demand for services is certified by the director of finance. Whenever funds are used, they must be replenished in equal parts over the three (3) succeeding fiscal years to the amount that would have been in the fund had the expenditures not been made from the fund. (c) The amount between the applicable percentage in (a) and one hundred percent (100%) of the anticipated revenue for any fiscal year defined in Article V, Sec. 5-5 of this Charter shall be transferred in any given fiscal year into the budget reserve fund; provided, however, that no such payment will be made which would increase the total of the budget reserve fund to more than ten percent (10%) of only the anticipated revenues as set by subsection (a) of this section.
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September 2012 The Reporter (d) In the event that the payment to be made into the budget reserve fund would increase the total of the budget reserve fund to more than ten percent (10%) of the anticipated revenues as defined in Article V, Sec. 5-5 of this Charter. In the event that the payment to be made into the budget reserve fund would increase the amount in said account to more than ten percent (10%) of estimated state general revenues that said amount shall be transferred to a capital fund to be used solely for funding capital projects. (e) Capital projects shall not include debt reduction, principal or interest payments on debt, or for any other type of financing arrangement, but shall only be used for payment of direct actual expenses incurred for capital projects. This amendment becomes effective upon passage without further action. EXPLANATION: This charter amendment modifies the budget provisions in the charter to require the establishment of a budget reserve fund. This amendment would prevent the city from spending beyond ninety-nine percent (99%) of the anticipated revenues in a fiscal year. A taxpayer will not have to pay more because of this change. If approved, starting in fiscal year 2013, the city would save one percent (1%) of its revenues, or approximately $1 million annually, and set it aside in a “rainy day fund.� If the city must borrow from the reserve fund under emergency circumstances, it will have to put the money back into savings in three years. Once the savings exceed ten percent (10%) of the annual revenues, the extra amount will be used by the city to pay for capital projects, such as maintaining, repair and purchase of equipment and buildings, as the city currently does not have enough funds to pay for all necessary infrastructure projects. A vote to approve would place this change in the city charter where it could only be removed by a subsequent charter amendment through a public vote. A vote to reject would not place this change in the charter. 3. QUESTION: Shall the Charter for the City of East Providence be amended as follows to allow the flexibility in further department consolidation and reorganization as well as access to more qualified candidates for city positions? Section 4-1. Finance department created; head of department designated; organization. (1) There shall be a department of finance, the duties of which shall include the supervision and direction of all matters pertaining to financial operations, and the head of which shall be the director of finance, who shall be, or be appointed by, the City Manager. The further organization of the department into divisions or offices shall be made by the council, on recommendation of the city manager. (2) The department shall be organized into the following divisions or offices: Control and accounts; treasury, assessment; purchasing. The heads of these divisions shall be respectively designated controller, treasurer, assessor and purchasing agent. They shall be appointed by
the director of the department, with the approval of the city manager; Those powers, duties and responsibilities of any division enumerated in this Article IV, shall be assigned to the director of finance to be delegated in accordance with Sec. 3-5 of this Charter; and Sec. 13-18. Office to be vacant if officer ceases to be city resident. shall be removed from the charter. Sec. 2-14. Probate court. (1) The powers and duties of a probate court for the city shall be exercised and performed by a judge of probate. (2) The judge of probate shall be an attorney-at-law in good standing who has been admitted to the practice of law in this state. He shall be a qualified elector of the city. A preference in hiring shall be given to those residents of the city who apply for this position. (3) The council by resolution shall appoint a judge of probate to serve for a term of office concurrent with that of the council and until his successor is appointed and qualified. (4) In the absence, disability or disqualification of the judge of probate so that he is unable to perform his duties, the city solicitor shall serve as acting judge of probate and when so serving shall have and exercise all the powers and duties of the judge of probate. Sec. 2-16. City clerk. (1) The council shall elect an officer who shall be an elector of the city and shall have the title of city clerk, and who shall give notice of its meetings, shall keep the journal of its proceedings, shall authenticate by his signature and record in full in a book kept for that purpose all ordinances and resolutions. A preference in hiring shall be given to those residents of the city who apply for this position. (2) He shall be responsible for the keeping and maintaining, for public inspection, all records of the city including, but not limited to: (A) All land evidence records of every kind whatsoever; (B) All records of personal property mortgages, attachments, assignments, lis pendens notices, conditional sales, and liens of every kind whatsoever that are now or shall hereafter be required or permitted to be recorded in a public place in charge of or under the control, custody, or supervision of any officer of the city; (C) All records of the probate court; (D) All records of licenses issued by the city or by any officer or employee thereof; (E) All records of births, marriages and deaths; (F) All records of removals; (G) All records of trade names; (H) Such other records as shall by ordinance or laws of the state be required to be kept by the city clerk. (continued on next page)
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probate judge. It also establishes the requirement for the city manager to reside within a radius of fifteen (15) miles from the city. The proposed changes will allow the city to access a larger pool of qualified, professional candidates when hiring and retaining in these positions, as well as to outsource selected functions if deemed in the best interest of the city; while allowing the city residency and commute distance to remain important when selecting candidates. A vote to approve would place this change in the city charter where it could only be removed by a subsequent charter amendment through a public vote. A vote to reject would not place this change in the charter. 4. QUESTION: Shall the Charter for the City of East Providence be amended to establish four (4) year terms for members of the council and members of the school committee? Sec. 2-1. Number, selection and term. The council shall have five [5] members, one to be elected from any by the electors of each of the four [4] wards of the city, and one to be elected at large, for a term of two [2] four (4) years or until a majority of the newly elected council have qualified and have taken office. Sec. 10-1. School committee. (1) There shall be a school committee consisting of five (5) members. One (1) member shall be elected from the city at large, and one (1) member shall be elected from each of the four (4) wards of the city at the regular city elections to serve for terms of two (2) four (4) years. (2) Any vacancy in the membership of the school committee shall be filled by the city council until the next regular city election. This amendment becomes effective upon passage without further action. EXPLANATION: This charter amendment establishes four (4) year, rather than two (2) year terms for members of the school committee and the city council and would apply to those individuals elected to office in the 2014 election. The extension to four year terms will allow the council and committee members to gain experience when newly elected, get better understanding of the budget process, put together legislative achievements and give the voters a longer measure of performance before the next election cycle. The incumbent members, upon reelection, would bring the benefit of long-term institutional knowledge to share with newly elected officials. In addition, this amendment brings the charter into compliance with current state law with regard to the school committee terms, as per Rhode Island General Laws Section 16-2-5, with no approved exception for East Providence. A vote to approve would place this change in the city charter where it could only be removed by a subsequent charter amendment through a public vote. A vote to reject would not place this change in the charter.
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Secure more state aid to East Providence and lower our property taxes Promote economic and workforce development Accelerate and fully implement the RI school funding formula Improve East Providence’s infrastructure Consolidate state and municipal services and reduce the costs to cities and towns Create a public-private partnership that connects CCRI’s programs with the skill sets that Rhode Island businesses require of their employees
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Furthermore, in order for "Townies [to have] paid an average of $200 more per car in property taxes" (Joe Larisa’s words, not the Hamerlys), the total amount of automobile "property taxes" collected by EP in FY 2011 would have to have been equivalent to that amount divided by the total number of autos registered Making automobiles beautiful one detail at a time Since 1988 to residents of the city from whom said taxes were collected (the Hand Wash & Wax mean average). Or to have been equal to one half of car owners paying more than $200 to the other half paying less than $200 (the Clean Rims, Tires, Door Jams &Windows median average). Or to the number of vehicle owners paying any Cars $55 • SUV’s & Trucks $65 given amount greater than $200 per vehicle having been larger Full Service Auto Detailing than the number of vehicle owners paying any other amount (the mode average). We Service Cars, Trucks, SUV’s, Boats, Motorcycles, & RV’s Again I very much doubt that former mayor Joe Larisa knows Interior ~ Exterior • Commercial & Corporate Accounts Welcome the difference between mean, median, or mode averages or that 401-439-8320 • 13 South Phillips St. • East Providence he cares one way or the other. All he cares about is making the Located in rear of building e y DEBIT political opposition look bad and getting himself reelected to public office sooner or later. Just for the record, I am not a member of the political opposition. That is to say, I am neither a Democrat nor a Republican, let alone a member of the "Tea Party." What I oppose are those politicians who abuse their offices or their former offices for their own benefit and who play fast and loose with language and statistics to suit their own purposes. Leaving aside your egocentricity (an example of which is your email address mayorlarisa@verizon.net), in order to determine which of us is indulging in hubris, mendacity, and prevarication, I challenge you former mayor Joe Larisa to a public debate before a panel of East Providence High School English and Mathematics teachers. Or, if you prefer, before a panel of college and university faculty. • Leader in Pension Reform that saved RI $3 billion and East Providence taxpayers Dr. Michael T. HAMERLY $4.5 million this year alone Michael_Hamerly@brown.edu Michael T. Hamerly, Ph.D. • Reformed the personal income tax and provided relief to 75% of Rhode Islanders Invited Research Scholar, John Carter • Leader in school aid formula increasing aid to East Providence by $7 million Brown Library Professor Emeritus, University of Guam Editor, Ecuadorian Studies / Estudios Ecuatorianos Tampu Mishi Rumford, Rhode Island
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I’m sending this letter in opposition to the Mayor’s push for the “rainy day” fund. According the Mr. Rogers, this fund will be used for “infrastructure and repairs”. Is not “infrastructure and repairs” what city government is responsible for in the first place? Given the fiscal conditions of the city nowadays, this does not seem affordable to me. As a tax paying citizen and skeptic of government in general I’d like to offer a suggestion to the Mayor and anyone who supports this ballot question. If a city in receivership can afford to take 1% of all taxes collected and put it into a fund without wasting it, I believe it would be a better idea to take that 1% and give it back to taxpayers in the form of lower taxes. Steven Andrade, Riverside
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State Senate • District 18 East Providence • Pawtucket
As your next State Senator, I will serve as a tireless advocate for the taxpayers of East Providence and Pawtucket. I will work to protect pension reform and focus on job creation initiatives. I ask for your vote in the primary election on September 11th.
A Relatively “Blue” Community
As I drove through Riverside yesterday, I became aware of what I thought a very strange sight – a sea of Doherty lawn signs in a relatively “blue” community in a very “blue” state. To the best of my knowledge, Brendan Doherty has never run for, been elected to, nor served in any political office. He is a retired member of the Rhode Island State Police. Period. With all due respect, his service in law enforcement may qualify him to run for the office of attorney general, but I have not seen nor heard anything that would convince me that he is ready and qualified to represent Rhode Island in a senior-level elective national office. I am a firm believer that one must earn that position through an established and relative history and track record. Mr. Doherty has indicated that Congressman David Cicilline has been ineffective in Washington. I happen to disagree, but would suggest that if Mr. Cicilline has not been able to accomplish everything he sought to do, the blame rests with the handful of Tea Party Republicans who control Speaker Boehner and hold the House of Representatives hostage. I urge all Democrats to consider the extreme consequences of sending yet another Republican to Washington. Do not be fooled by rhetoric and promises; most are empty, groundless, and an attempt to do no more than appeal to your emotions. We have all heard it said “actions speak louder than words”. I urge you to base your decision – and vote – on deeds, accomplishments, and targeted experience. Mr. Cicilline has been responsive to the needs of his constituents, has worked hard to advance the economic and social initiative of Rhode Islanders in the 1st District, and holds the respect of the other members of the Rhode Island delegation in Washington. As for those lawn signs . . . I hope that what I have been told is absolutely true. Lawn signs do not win elections! Wendy Caputo
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A Vote For Bob DaSilva
I strongly endorse Bob DaSilva as the next State Senator for District #14. Bob is a proven leader who puts the interests of East Providence above the interest of his own political ambitions. As a current State Representative, he has fought for the working families of our community and he will continue to fight for us as State Senator. Our economic policies are clearly broken, and Rhode Island needs a new direction. During 14 years of representation from our current senator, the quality of life in East Providence has faltered. Although I can’t put all the blame on our senator, I question where he has been as Chairman of the Senate finance committee. Mismanagement and shortsightedness have created an environment where small businesses in Rhode Island are struggling and we do not have the resources to fund middle school sports programs. Under the leaderships of our current state senator, the state cut taxes to the top wage earners and raised car taxes on middle class families. It was said that cutting taxes on the highest wage earners would create jobs, but instead it has created higher property taxes, higher car taxes and cuts to important services like programs for the developmentally disabled. At the same time deals like the 38 Studios fiasco has cost our state millions of dollars. I find it difficult to believe that as Chairperson of the State Finance Committee, our senator claims that he had no knowledge of the 38 Studios special deal. I ask of you where has he been? In 14 years I have not seen him in our community. It is very convenient that during a contested election year, he finds the time to take credit for a DEM grant to one school for $75,000.00 dollars in his district. It demonstrates how out of touch he is when he ignores all the other fundraising efforts by the various PTA’s across East Providence within his district. When they needed help to build playgrounds, he was silent and absent. We need political leaders who will fight for more transparent and open government. We need a leader who will fight for our community. We need someone like Bob DaSilva who will continue to speak for our community and will be visible and available even when there is no election. We need a change in the State House, and it can start this September 11th by voting for Bob DaSilva to be our next State Senator from District #14. Sincerely, Isadore Ramos, PH.D.
Steven Santos, Candidate for City Council-at-Large
I would like to begin by asking the citizens of East Providence a question: For those of you who are still fortunate enough to be employed in these worst of economic times, did you get your 4.5% raise last year? That’s what I thought. Well neither did I. But the city council still passed a 3.5% property tax increase (the maximum allowed) and every property owner also saw his or her Homestead Exemption reduced by 1% as well (and will continue to see it reduced by the 1% each year for the next 14 years). And what about your Water Bill, Car Tax bill, or other miscellaneous fees charged by the city? When will it stop? (continued on page 48)
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East Providence Town News East Providence Republicans
East Providence Republicans will have signs for the Romney/ Ryan presidential campaign, Doherty for Congress, Hinckley for Senate, Fred Diel for State Representative 66, Steve Santos Council at Large, Ron Warr School Committee at Large, and Liz Clupny for School Committee Ward 4. Call Kathy Santos at 437-0542 for you signs.
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EBC is migrating to an electronic medical record (EMR), and is networking with two sister community mental health centers to share startup resources and maximize process efficiencies. Committees in all three centers are working together to create streamlined intake and data-collection processes, so that more time can be spent with the client and less time on traditional “paperwork” that is required by licensing, accreditation, and billing partners. By moving to an electronic system, EBC clinicians will be able to use technology to produce streamlined documentation, and more easily track outcomes such as medication use, lab results, and client preventative and follow-up care. The target date for final implementation is December 1, 2012. Clients and staff of EBC will be participating in the 10th Annual Rally 4 Recovery event on September 15, 2012 at the Roger Williams National Memorial, 282 North Main Street, Providence. This is a wonderfully positive event that celebrates an alcohol and drug-free recovery. The event is free and open to the public and includes: live music, free food, face painting, children’s crafts, a reptile show, bouncy houses, a rock-climbing wall, information tables, and giveaways. The event, which begins at 2:00 p.m., will be followed by a luminaria candle procession to Memorial Park at WarterFire. The Adams Farley Counseling Center is undergoing a longawaited face lift. Staff studied the workflow and aesthetics at 610 Wampanoag Trail, and determined that several things needed to take place if the Center was going to be successful in assisting the steady influx of new clients, while making existing clients more comfortable as well. Contractors reviewed the area and by “simply” knocking down and replacing a few walls on the first floor will be expanding the waiting room to comfortably accommodate more people, moving the Scheduling Office to the back of the waiting area to improve the traffic flow of staff and clients at check-in/checkout, and increasing the number of individual treatment areas on the first floor. Fresh coats of paint and donated artwork will complete the renovation, which is expected to be completed in September. EBC’s mission has remained the same for many years – to improve the lives of individuals and families within our communities by providing a broad range of high quality mental health and addiction services. Especially in the face of adversity, EBC will be here to help you, your family, and your community. We encourage you to visit our website at www.eastbay.org for information regarding services, employment, locations, etc. To speak to someone regarding services or to schedule an appointment, please call 401-246-1195 and ask for “Intake”.
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An open letter to the people of Ward 2
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From the Mayor's Office By Bruce Rogers
The City of East Providence has now joined up with Pawtucket and Central Falls on a Task Force created by the Governor which is a very progressive move on behalf of all involved. It allows our City to further consolidate municipal services with most state services and save even more tax dollars for our City’s residents than what has already been saved with the combining of our local services. Some areas that are being looked into are purchasing, recycling and trash removal, public works, dispatch and the like. This issue is something that the Council majority has been discussing for two years and with this new coalition existing, if all goes well, it should only be a matter of time before municipal and state services can be combined. City Manager Peter Graczykowski sits on this board and along with the rest of us welcome your advice and comments. The East Providence City Council working along with the Budget Commission should soon be moving into the budgetary process for fiscal year 2013. At this juncture, it is important to note that the City has incurred many State cuts as well as State mandates that you and I as taxpayers have to foot the bill for. The State of Rhode Island has over the last twelve years or so consistently cut funding to East Providence and most recently to the tune of 3 million plus dollars. I understand the residents’ frustration when the Council majority began consolidations and revenue increases, which the Budget Commission expanded on, all to the amount of somewhere in the range of 8 million dollars and taxes still went up! It is very hard for a municipality to maintain its tax rate when its parent company, the State of Rhode Island, constantly cuts and mandates more and more programs. Please talk to your State Representatives and Senators to stop this never ending costly policy in order to balance their own budgets! I am still working hard for you every day on your personal issues as well. After walking throughout the entire district and talking to everyone that I could find within Ward 2, it is becoming more and more obvious that there has to be a better way for people to have their issues resolved within the City. Although I am more than happy to address and resolve each of your issues for each and every individual, there has to be a better way and I will continue to find and research the best possible way for the residents of each ward to be able to get their issues resolved without the need for Council intervention. After all, while I do take the time to address and follow up on all these issues, some Council members don’t have the time to make such a commitment and some just won’t.
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Learn all the social dances from a certified instructor in a relaxed environment. Adults of all ages are welcome. Great for beginners and more experienced dancers. Help with wedding dance preparation also available. Where: East Providence Senior Center, 610 Waterman Avenue When: Mondays 2:00 – 4:00 PM; Cost: $3.00; Info 401-434-0080
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Myron J. Francis (MJF) Elementary School in Rumford, RI will be holding a First Day Celebration for their students and families on the first day of school, Thursday September 6 from 8:30 - 10:00 A.M. just outside the front of the school entrance under the portico. Please join us to meet our new PTO Board Members and enjoy a cup of coffee, juice and or pastry while you learn about some of our upcoming PTO school programs and see if you might be able to sign up to volunteer to help out with an activity according to your schedule. Thank you and hope to see you there!
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Providence, RI – Festival Ballet Providence Artistic Director Mihailo “Misha” Djuric announces open auditions for its annual holiday production, The Nutcracker. Children from the greater Providence area and surrounding communities are offered the opportunity to perform with Festival Ballet Providence’s professional dancers on the magnificent stage at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Auditions will take place Sunday, September 9th at the Festival Ballet Providence studios, 825 Hope Street on Providence’s East Side. Over 100 children age 7 and up will be selected to fill many children’s roles, including Party Boys, Party Girls, Candy Dolls,
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All casting will be announced prior to the first day of rehearsals. Rehearsals will begin in September, and run Saturdays and/ or Sundays thereafter in October, November and December. All rehearsals will be held at the Festival Ballet Providence studios at 825 Hope Street. Rehearsing for and performing in The Nutcracker is excellent training for untold numbers of young dancers as they pursue their dance education, whether it be a student aiming to be a professional dancer, or a child who simply enjoys being a character on stage. For either, the experience is a rich and memorable one. Discover Dance performances provide young performers the joy of performing to an audience made up almost entirely of peers: school groups from throughout the region. Festival Ballet Providence’s The Nutcracker has become an annual holiday tradition for thousands of families throughout Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. This year performance dates are December 14th, 15th, and 16th at PPAC. As noted by the Providence Journal, “Festival Ballet Providence’s The Nutcracker remains the same – excellent”. With colorful costumes and scenery, a cast of over 100, giant mice and toy soldiers, and Tchaikovsky’s memorable score, this colorful production enchants audiences young and old. The magic of The Nutcracker is an unforgettable
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September 2012 part of Christmas in Providence. Those participating in the performance have the unequaled experience of performing on the PPAC stage, for a combined audience of over 12,000. For more details about Festival Ballet Providence auditions or its Center for Dance Education, please call 401-353-1129 or send e-mail to info@festivalballet.com. To purchase tickets for The Nutcracker, call the PPAC box office or go to www.ppacri.org.
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Magical Fair Sat. Sept. 15th • 12-6pm
Fundraiser for East Providence’s Pomham Rocks Lighthouse
Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, a Chapter of the American Lighthouse Foundation, a non profit organization, continue their work to preserve and restore the historic Pomham Rocks Lighthouse located 800 feet off the Riverside shore line. An afternoon fundraiser featuring chowder and clam cakes is scheduled for Sunday, September 9 from 1:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. The event will be held at Pazi’s Place and Standard Hardware at 380 Taunton Avenue in East Providence. It is open to the public. The former chef at Rocky Point Park will be preparing the chowder and clam cakes, along with other items on the menu at Pazi’s Place. Pamela Leite, owner of Pazi’s Place has generously offered to donate a portion of the proceeds to the restoration of the lighthouse. Attendees are also invited to visit a large car show that will be set up in the Standard Hardware parking lot next door. Raffle drawings and a selection of Pomham Rocks merchandise will be for sale. Also on display, one of the Pomham Rocks boats and the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse photo booth for taking free photographs. Bring your camera. For more information call Dave Kelleher @433-2763, lighthouse36@cox.net or visit www.pomhamrockslighthouse.com Rain date Sunday September 16.
3rd Annual “Big Jon” Conway Poker Run! Sponsored by the East Providence Elks Riders Saturday September 10th
Registration begins at 10 am @Merrill lounge 535 N. Broadway East Providence. Ride thru scenic RI &CT with great stops on the way. Returning to The Merrill Lounge For a PIG ROAST! Rock a Blues and raffles!!! Free t-shirt to the 1st 50 to register. Tickets are $20.00 for riders $15.00 for non riders and walk-ins. All ARE WELCOME! All money to go to Local Charities! Tickets available at the Merrill Lounge or call Anne & Don Banz 401 338-0087 you can also get tickets the day of the event!
Barrington United Methodist Church Rally Sunday, Sept. 9
The Barrington United Methodist Church, 230 Washington Road, welcomes you to join for Rally Sunday - September 9th. Register for Sunday School, join in worship at 9:00 AM (kid crafts following Children’s Moments in Fellowship Hall) and celebrate a new school year with a free ice cream social and old-time fun games on the church lawn after the service. Come join the fun!
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The ChoruS of East Providence is a Non – Auditioned Chorus and is accepting new members and eagerly seeks Tenors and Basses! Adult singers from all communities may join without audition. If you’re interested in singing with us, please contact us about coming to a scheduled Open Sing rehearsal. Dues, which include the cost of music and a rehearsal CD, are $75 and required once a year. Chorus members are expected to attend all rehearsals, which are normally Tuesday nights from 7:00 to 9:30 pm at St Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Avenue in East Providence. Director: Beth Armstrong; ACCOMPANIST: Victoria Lambrozo The Chorus of East Providence was incorporated as a Rhode Island non-profit organization in September 2007 and is now designated as a 501(c)(3) status organization. The Chorus is led by its Board of Directors and operates in accordance with its Bylaws. Board of Directors for 2012/2013: Maureen Conroy, President; Sandra Medeiros, Vice President; Olivia Howard, Treasurer; Judith Antonio, Secretary. Other directors: Phil Abbatomarco, William Simpson, and Susan Spaulding. Section Leaders: Patricia Abbatomarco, Soprano; Kristin Conway, Alto; Ann Hardy, Tenor; Andy Duehring, Bass. If you love to sing, Please come to join us.
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Newport County Pomona Grange will be having a Turkey Supper on Saturday September 15, 2012 at the Portuguese-American Club, located at 112 Arlington Avenue in Warren. There will be 2 seatings 5 PM and 6:30 PM. The price will be for Adults $12.00 and for children under 12 $6.00. For more information about making reservations and to obtain tickets, you can call either of the following Grange members; Jeannette Kenyon 508-676-0367, Shirley Guertin 508-678-4385 or Scott Sherman 401-226-4118.
St. Mary’s 19th Annual Clam Boil, Steak Fry- -Sept 16
It’s that time again! We hope you can join us for St. Mary’s 19th Annual Clam Boil, Steak Fry on Sunday, September 16th, 2012 at the South Seekonk Gun Club, 65 Reed Street, Rehoboth, MA. Gathering is at 3:00 pm with dinner at 5:00 pm. Lots of raffles followed by a door prize. Tickets are $25.00 for the Clam Boil and $20.00 for the Steak Fry. Children under 10 are free for the Clam Boil. For tickets please call: Mike Boyce, (401) 253-2734, Ken Bridge, (508) 336-6691, Gordon Hubbard, (508) 336-7461, or the St. Mary,s Episcopal Church Office, (401) 434-7456 and leave a message. Hope to see you.
East Providence Elks Lodge Bazaar Saturday, September 22, 12 Noon – 6 P.M.
Local artisans featuring handmade products, jewelry, scented candles, Avon beauty products and much more. Proceeds from the raffle table and sale of homemade sandwiches and “goodies” will benefit the East Providence Women’s Shelter. Where: Elks Lodge, 60 Berkeley Street, E.P.
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EP Class of 1962 50th Reunion
East Providence High School - Class of 1962 50th Reunion Saturday, October 6, 2012 Metacomet Country Club 500 Veterans Memorial Parkway East Providence, RI. Contact: Karen 401-433-1094 Email: hbovi@aol.com Kathy 401-231-6504 Email: gene-kate@cox.net
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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. Checks, payable to EPHS Class of 1982, should be mailed to: Karen Rebello-Costa, 54 Woodland Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914 For information, contact Dawn Gama Eccleston, dawn9093@ aol.com; Karen Costa Rebello, hkydad16@aol.com; or Cathy Barilla Anthony, caanthony78@gmail.com.
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“The Little Brown Church at Watchemoket Square Bazaar”
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church is having its annual bazaar on Saturday, October 13, 20012 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. The “Little Brown Church at Watchemoket Square Bazaar” will be featuring “the best” Penny Social in town with many wonderful prizes, jam, jellies, preserves, homemade fudge, baked goods, crafts, jewelry plants, and handmade items. There will be an outdoor and indoor cafe featuring homemade clam chowder and many other specialties. The Thrift Shop and Book Nook will be open. This event is a major fund raiser for our church which has been serving the community of East Providence for over 135 years. St. Mary’s is located at 81 Warren Avenue (corner of Fourth Street), East Providence, R I – Telephone 401- 434-7456.
St. Xavier Alumnae Homecoming And Reunion
St. Xavier alumnae homecoming and reunion, honoring the 50year reunion of the class of 1962 and all classes ending in 2 and 7, is October 28 at Quidnessett Country Club in North Kingstown. All classes are welcome. Call 401-438-3393 or visit www. stxavieralumnae.org. Elaine Sheridan, Publisher 100 Cushman Avenue, E.Prov., R.I., 02914
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September 5 Francis Farm for Clam Cakes, Chowder, Steamers and Bingo. September 12 Goodspeed Opera to see the Musical “Carousel”, lunch will be at the Gelston House in East Haddam, CT. September 26 Erie Canal Boat Cruise, Diamond Mines and lunch at the Waterfront Grill in Herkimer, NY. The bowling league will begin on September 7, 2012 at the Bowling Academy on Taunton Avenue. Reservations are still being accepted by calling Deborah Rochford at (401) 435-7513. October 3 North Shore Music Theatre to see “9-5 the Musical”, lunch will be at the Danversport Yacht Club, Danvers, MA. October 10 Mystery trip. October 17 Inn at East Hill Farm, Troy NH, lunch and Narrated cover bridge tour included. Reservations will begin on August 24, 2012 by calling Deborah Rochford at (401) 435-7513 beginning at 8:30 a.m.
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Take Off Pounds Sensibly to hold a yard sale at Riverside Congregational Church on Saturday, September 15th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The rain date will be Saturday, September 29th. TOPS RI 33, Riverside is a weight loss support group. We meet on Thursday nights at Riverside Congregational Church. We weigh-in from 6:00-6:30 and we have our meeting from 6:30 to 7:30. No one is meant to go it alone, so please join us on Thursday nights. You may enter the building on Bullocks Pt Ave or Oak Ave just press the buzzer. For more information please contact Barbara at 433-5084. Riverside Congregational Church 15 Oak Ave on the corner of Bullocks Pt. Ave and Oak Ave.
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The St. Brendan Forever Young Club will meet on Tuesday, September 11 at 1:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Rodger Lincoln, BC of the New Hope Chiropractic, followed by a business meeting and an ice cream social. Dues for 2012-2013 will be taken at this meeting and are $10. We welcome all current and new members age 55 and over. On Tuesday, September 18, Wendy’s on Route 6 (8 Highland Avenue, Seekonk) will have a fundraiser for our Forever Young Club from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. by sharing a portion of their sales in this time frame with us. Come alone, bring a friend, or come with a group. It should be fun and we will benefit from it. We will not have a Board meeting in September.
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When preparing your words, keep in mind that a good wedding toast inspires laughter or tears, but a great toast evokes both. So start by thinking of some stories about the couple that are tender and lovely, such as recounting the time the vegetarian groom made the bride a pot of homemade chicken soup when she had the flu or the way they volunteer together in a nursing home. Funny stories about the couple. Consider some funny moments related to their being together. For example, the time they tried camping and spent the night in a tree because they thought they heard a bear prowling around the tent. Perhaps mention how after that, they knew they could survive anything together. Concise anecdotes. Think of how your own life is in some way richer because of your connection to the wedding couple. Maybe they helped you through a difficult time and you will be forever grateful for their support. Perhaps when they walk down the street with fingers entwined, they make you believe in true love. There must be something that links you to them that the rest of the guests will nod at with appreciation and understanding. Brief personal reflection. This is often a good way to conclude your speech before lifting a glass “to Jane and John” or “My sister and the only man we would want her to marry” or “My two luckiest friends in the world.” Again, don’t stray from the personal. That’s why you’re speaking and the person next to you isn’t. Practice speech. Once you’ve written your toast, practice in front of a friend who can tell you what needs tweaking. The best writers will assure you there’s a reason for the rough in rough draft and it can take several tries to get it right. When you’re comfortable with your words, memorizing them might make you feel more confident in your delivery, but be sure to have discreet note cards as a back-up. Finally, when your moment arrives, take a deep breath, stand up and try to speak slowly and honestly from that place of love you feel for your friend, who in getting married just did something more frightening than what you’re doing. The East Bay Toastmasters club meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at Linn Health Care, 30 Alexander Ave, East Providence. For more information about the club, please visit http://9556.toastmastersclubs.org About Toastmasters International: Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Founded in October 1924, the organization currently has more than 270,000 members in 13,000 clubs in 116 countries. Each week, Toastmasters helps more than a quarter million people of every ethnicity, education and profession build their competence in communication so they can gain the confidence to lead others. For information about local Toastmasters clubs, please visit www.toastmasters.org.
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East Providence Elks Lodge Hosts Karaoke
The East Providence Lodge is hosting karaoke night, featuring DJ Chase, on Saturday September 8th and 22nd from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Come and enjoy the fun and entertainment.
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Local artisans feature hand made products, jewelry, scented candles, Avon beauty products and much more will be available for purchase when the East Providence Elks Lodge hosts a bazaar on Saturday, September 22 from noon to 6 p.m. Proceeds from the raffle table and sale of homemade sandwiches and “goodies” will benefit the East Providence Women’s Shelter. The Elks Lodge is located on 60 Berekley Street.
Ten Mile River Watershed Council
Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council for Dodgeville Day on Saturday, September 15, 2012. We will be meeting at Prosperity Park on Lakeshore Drive in Attleboro at 10:00 am for a paddle and cleanup on Dodgeville Pond. We will be getting out of our boats to visit the Dodge Family Cemetery. After the paddle, we will be taking a tour of the historic Dodgeville Mill. There are a limited number of boats available for rent. Please register for this event by emailing ktggroup@aol.com. For more information about the Ten Mile River Watershed Council, visit www.tenmileriver.net. Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council and the East Providence Land Conservation Trust for our second annual Harvest Moon Walk on Saturday, September 29, 2012. We will be meeting at the Turner Loop Trail Parking Area on route 114A in East Providence at 6:30 pm, across from Hunts Mills. From there, we will walk along the Ten Mile River and Turner Reservoir under the brightest moon of the year. We will visit the Newman Oak, said to be over 300 years old. This event will be part of Rhode Island Land Trust Days. For more information, email hiking@tenmileriver.net. For more information about Rhode Island Land Trust Days, visit www.landtrustdays.org.
East Providence AARP Chapter #1302
The AARP East Providence Chapter #1302 will meet on September 6th at the Riverside Congregational Church, 15 Oak Avenue at 12:30 PM. After a brief business meeting, refreshments will be served. Build A Shortcake, followed by a reading of John Rufo’s autobiography. The annual dues of $10.00 will be collected. Checks can be made out to AARP #1302. Please bring your National AARP card with you. Members are reminded to bring non-perishable food items for the East Providence Food Bank. New members and guests are always welcome.
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People in the News Are you proud of someone? Share at Kelsey Poissant Contestant in the Miss RI Teen USA Pageant
Kelsey Lynn Poissant, a Riverside, RI resident will be a contestant in the Miss RI Teen USA Pageant this September 8th & 9th at the beautiful Rhode Island Center for Performing Arts Cranston, RI. Kelsey is 13 years old and will be attending East Providence High School this September. She is a straight A student, outgoing, active in school activities and active in her community. Best of Luck Kelsey!
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Jordan Harrop Named to the Dean’s List at Union College
Schenectady, NY - Jordan Harrop ‘15, of Rumford, RI, was among over 750 students from Union College who made the annual Dean’s List. Harrop, a Economics major, is a 2011 graduate of Moses Brown School. To be named to the Dean’s List, Union students must have a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the academic year and meet certain other requirements.
Brandon J. Haney Named to the Dean’s High Honors List
Brandon J. Haney of East Providence was named to the Dean’s High Honors List at Suffolk University, Boston. A student must have a GPA of 3.7 or higher to be named to the Dean’s High Honors List. Brandon is a sophomore, majoring in Interactive Media and Game Development.
Alexus Lee from Riverside, RI Earns Place on Dean’s List at Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA - Berklee College of Music announces that Alexus Lee of Riverside has earned placement on the Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2012 academic year. To be eligible for this honor, a full-time student must achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or above; a part-time student must achieve a grade point average of 3.6 or above. The Berklee curriculum focuses on practical career preparation for today’s music industry. Four-year degrees are offered in Performance, Jazz Composition, Music Production & Engineering, Film Scoring, Music Business/Management, Composition, Music Synthesis, Contemporary Writing & Production, Music Education, Songwriting, Music Therapy, and Professional Music. For more information on Berklee College of Music, please visit www.berklee.edu.
Roger Williams University Announces May 2012 Graduates
The Honorable Madeleine K. Albright urges graduates to inspire change at May 19 Commencement ceremony Bristol, RI - The following local residents were among more than 1,100 students from Roger Williams University to receive their degrees during the University’s Commencement ceremony held on May 19, 2012. Amanda Alardi, a resident of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.
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Jessika Smith of East Providence to Embark on New Journey as an Incoming Freshman at Dean College
Smith set to begin collegiate career as a Dean Bulldog in Franklin, Massachusetts Franklin, MA - It has been a tradition for over 100 years in Franklin, Massachusetts. As summer turns to fall – the site of moving vans, books and classrooms will once again return as Dean College welcomes its students back to campus on Sunday, September 2, 2012. Jessika Smith of East Providence, RI will join over 1,500 full or part-time students at Dean College this fall. Dean College is set to kick off its 147th academic year in late 2012. Offering fifteen Associate and five Baccalaureate degree programs, Dean is currently in a strong growth period having added an incoming freshman class of well over 500 students to complement the two largest classes in the school’s history the past two years. With a full slate of athletic, performance and community events over the next nine months, there will be plenty of opportunities for Jessika to fit right in with the Dean community. For more information, visit www.dean.edu.
Ashley Alves of East Providence Graduates from the Savannah College of Art and Design
Savannah, GA. - Ashley Alves of East Providence, RI (02914), recently graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Alves earned a MFA degree in Fashion. SCAD: The University for Creative Careers The Savannah College of Art and Design is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution conferring bachelor’s and master’s degrees to prepare talented students for professional careers. As the most comprehensive Art and Design University in the United States, SCAD offers more than 40 majors and more than 50 minors at distinctive locations in Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia; in Hong Kong; in Lacoste, France; and online through SCAD eLearning.
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Matthew Braga, a resident of East Providence, RI, received a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice. Jonathan Primiano, a resident of Rumford, RI, received a Associate in Science degree in Criminal Justice. On a day that boasted bright sunshine and an abundantly agreeable 72 degrees on the thermometer along the bayside campus in Bristol, R.I., approximately 6,000 people turned out under the big tent to watch the graduates cross the stage.The ceremony was highlighted by a Commencement address from the Honorable Madeleine K. Albright. In a speech both heartfelt and humorous – Dr. Albright at one point noted that her own college experience dates back “about halfway between the invention of the iPod and the discovery of fire” – the former Secretary of State urged graduates to focus not on the challenges handed down by previous generations, but in the opportunities to inspire change. And continued education is key to success, she promised. “As you look ahead, realize that the demands of the workplace will continue to change and that maintaining a certain level of knowledge is no longer enough,” Dr. Albright said. “Whether your primary goal is personal success, community service or a combination of the two, you will have to keep learning because there’s always more to know. For this you should be grateful because the quest to learn more is a vital part of what it means to be alive.”
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Thursday, Sept. 6, 10-10:45am @Weaver Miss Kasha, of Rumford Dance Theatre, will lead the children in stretches, dances, and imagination activities. These classes are for children ages 3-5, and limited to 15 children each. Call 434-2453 to register for the Weaver class, and 433-4877 for the Riverside class.
“Stories On The Spectrum” @Weaver
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Bookies @Weaver
We read and act out great stories, tell jokes, make crafts, eat snacks, play games, and more! 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, September 25 – December 11; 3:45 – 4:45, grades 1 – 5 ; Book Selection is read during the program. Fall Bookies dates: Sept. 25; Oct. 9 & 23; Nov. 13 & 27; Dec. 11
Lego Club @Riverside
Monthly on Wednesdays, 3:45-4:45; Sept. 26, Oct. 24, Nov. 28, Dec. 26; Ages 5 & up. Lego fans are invited to build alongside other kids who love LEGOs. The librarian will provide a theme for inspiration. Kids can stick to the theme, or just explore the openended possibilities of creating with a giant mountain of LEGOs. LEGO donations are always welcome! Thank you!
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Teen Tuesdays @ Riverside
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WHEN A WILL WON’T: An Estate Plan for the Living
The Riverside Branch Library will present “When A Will Won’t” on Wednesday, September 19th at 6:30 pm. In this presentation, you will learn how good estate planning will provide for yourself and your family. You will find out how Americans have traditionally planned their estates: through wills, joint tenancy ownership, and beneficiary designations; but you will also learn the benefits of revocable living trust-centered planning. Hear about the five elements of every trust, how and why a trust avoids probate, and what other documents should be part of every living trust-centered plan. Finally, you will learn the two basic rules of estate tax. The presenter, Larry Berren, Esq., is licensed to practice law in Rhode Island, where he serves on the RI Bar Association Probate and Trust Committee; he is also a member of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys and the RI Estate Planning Council. This program is free and open to all, registration is not required. For more information call (401) 433-4877.
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Opening Of School 2012-2013
All schools in the City of East Providence will be open for the 2012-2013 school year on Thursday, September 6, 2012. The first day of school will be a regular school day. Please note revised start and end times for middle schools and the high school. All staff will report for orientation on Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at 8:00 AM in the East Providence High School Auditorium.
High School • 7:25 AM to 1:45 PM
Only freshman (Grade 9) will report on Thursday, September 6, 2012 at 7:25 AM. All students in Grade 9-12 will report on Friday, September 7, 2012 at 7:25 AM.
Middle Schools • 7:55 AM to 2:15 PM Elementary Schools • Kindergarten to Grade 5
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2012-2013 All students entering elementary and secondary schools for the FIRST time in East Providence must register at the Central Registration Center which has been relocated to third floor at East Providence City Hall, 145 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI. Children entering kindergarten for the first time must be five (5) years of age by September 1, 2012 and children entering first grade must be six (6) years of age by September 1, 2012. Bus Schedules are posted on the School Department website (epschoolsri.com) and on www.ReporterToday.com.
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Schools are open, and many of Tap-In’s East Bay area clients are looking for clothes for their children. Gently worn clean clothing up to size 14 is needed and very welcome, as well as new socks and underwear. Juggling tight budgets makes it difficult to afford these items. Due to space constraints, only seasonal clothing can be accepted. The agency asks donors to please keep summer items for next year, and hold on to winter clothes for a while longer. While basic non-perishable food items remain “Top Priority” snack items and juice boxes for lunch boxes and after school would be greatly appreciated, too. While going through closets please also check on linens. The current supply of towels, sheets, blankets and comforters especially in full, queen and king sizes is very low. Small appliances such as can openers, toasters, toaster ovens, microwaves, coffee makers, mixers and blenders are always needed, as are flatware and utensils. The supply of pots and pans is particularly low at this time. Any donations may be dropped off between 9 and noon, Mon thru Fri at the Tap-In which is located in the lower level of the Library building. Please call 247-1444 during those hours for any further information.
Summer Training for Teachers
East Providence Elementary School teachers participated in voluntary professional development this summer. The district will be using the Common Core State Standards to guide their instruction in their classrooms starting this September. Classes were instructed by the district’s literacy coach, Natasha Axelson. Classes included Depth of Knowledge Questioning and Café Literacy. Teachers also had the opportunity to gather materials to supplement their English Language Curriculum.
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(ARA) - The start of the school year is a time of great anticipation for parents and kids alike. New teachers. New classes. New and old friends. It’s a time for fun and learning. Parents expect schools to be safe havens, but the reality is that children face a host of dangers all day long. Bullying, taunting and teasing are only some of the hazards that kids must deal with it every day at even the best schools in America. About 30 percent of middle and high school students say they’ve been bullied. Among high school students, one out of nine teens reported they had been pushed, shoved, tripped or spit upon during the last school year, according to a National Institute of Child Health and Human Development research study. FindLaw.com, the nation’s leading website for free legal information, offers the following tips on how to keep your children safe at school: * Talk to your kids about school safety. Talk about bullying and make sure your child understands what is and is not acceptable behavior. Also discuss when and how to report bullying. * Go to the bus stop. If your schedule allows, go to the bus stop with your child and get to know the other kids and parents, along with the bus driver. * Get to know your kids’ teachers. Send your child’s teacher an email to introduce yourself and regularly check in on your child’s academic and social progress. Learn how his or her teacher approaches bullying and other issues that may distract from the school’s learning environment, such as the use of cell phones and iPods. * Read the school’s policy on bullying. Become familiar with school policies about bullying - particularly the protocols for identifying and reporting bullying behavior. Pay careful attention to policies regarding cyberbullying, which can take place outside of school. continued on next page...
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* Watch and listen for the cues. Many kids don’t want to reveal to their parents that they’re being bullied, taunted or teased by other kids. If your child is withdrawn, not doing homework, sick more often than normal or demonstrating other out-of-the-ordinary behavior, talk about what seems to be bothering him or her. * Know where your kids are at. Sometimes bullying and other unsafe situations take place outside of school grounds, such as at other students’ houses. Telling your kids that you want to know where they are and that they need permission to visit a friend’s house shows them you care. It also reassures them that they can contact you if they need help. * Monitor Internet use and texting. Put the home computer in a public place and don’t allow your kids to use a computer in their bedroom by themselves. * Talk to other parents. You may learn that their children also have been bullied or have been involved in activities on and off school grounds that you should be concerned about. You stand a much better chance of obtaining changes and creating a safer environment for your student by acting together rather than alone. * Put it in writing. If you suspect your child is being bullied or sexually harassed by another student (or a teacher or staff member), ask for a face-to-face meeting with the school’s principal. If the principal does not act, hire an attorney and escalate your complaint to the superintendent and school board. Putting your complaint in writing about the specific types of negative behavior affecting your child is necessary if you need to litigate the complaint in court. * Take appropriate action when bullying becomes assault. If your child is physically assaulted on the bus, in school or on school grounds, contact the local police department, particularly if there is a school liaison officer assigned to the school, about whether a police report or assault charges should be filed. Do not wait to let the school handle the situation. For more information about how to keep your kids safe at school, visit FindLaw.com.
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Now accepting enrollment in our licensed school age before and after school programs; servicing Seekonk, East Providence and Rehoboth. We offer a great combination of enrichment and fun, including; academic enrichment, homework help, physical activities, arts & crafts, theatre, team sports and more. All Y Out of School Time sites are led by highly qualified staff who are committed to providing a quality experience for every child. Contact Jen Farley at jfarley@gpymca.org or call 508.336.7003 for more information.
Preschool Child Care
Now accepting enrollment in Kid’s World, our licensed preschool program; servicing Seekonk, East Providence and Rehoboth. Our nurturing staff and environment provides structured programs that stimulate physical, intellectual, social, emotional & creative growth. Children have the opportunity to grow at their own pace while having fun, swim lesions built in to our weekly curriculum. Contact Jen Farley at jfarley@gpymca.org or call 508.336.7003 for more information.
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Welcome Back! NEWMAN BARRACUDAS SWIM TEAM Join our Team
Program teaches discipline and commitment, participants work on stroke technique, turns, starts & endurance while promoting inner growth and building new friendships. Barracudas placed 10th overall in Southern New England Finals 2012 receiving the GOLD Medal in 13/14 yr old 50 yd Freestyle; (2) Silver Medals in 11/12 yr old 50 yd Freestyle and 11/12 yr old in 50 yd Butterfly; A BRONZE Medal in 8 yr old 25 yd Freestyle. Plus 6 swimmers competed in the New England Championships. For more information contact Anthony at 508-336-7103 or aisidoro@gpymca.org.
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Schedule your birthday party at the Y and pick any of the following themes: Toddler Tumbling, Gym Relay Games, Moon Bounce, Dance or Acro Dance, Sports Medley, Pool Palooza, Indoor Volleyball, Soccer, Tennis or Badminton. Community Groups, Mom Groups, PTAs or businesses may also schedule a party. One hour of activities and one hour of party room. Fees range from $125 to $225. Includes a birthday host and/or instructor. The Newman YMCA at 472 Taunton Ave on Route 44 in Seekonk MA is a non-profit charitable organization and offers scholarships for anyone with financial need. For more information call 508-3367103 or visit www.YMCAGreaterProvidence.org
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East Providence Inferno 10U team won their first tournament last month. The tournament was hosted in East Providence and was held at Agawam and Forbes Field. The girls defeated Scituate Cyclones, Rhode Island Riptides, and Cumberland Comets, the all star team who defeated the East Providence All Stars in the state finals and went on to PA. It was a close game until Inferno exploded in the 6th inning and scored 8 runs and captured the title. Team Photo Front Row: Hannah Ramer and Paige Messier Middle Row: Aly Woods and Jacques Reynolds Back Row: Mariana Matteson, Kaylee Mitchell, Haily Silveira, Aaliyah Pattie, Tabatha Vera, and Alexis Giguere Not in picture Manager Shane Messier and Coaches Brian Reynolds, Mike Pattie, Barry Ramer, and Mike Silveira.
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My name is Steven Santos and I am running for the Council-at-Large seat on the East Providence City Council because I believe the present majority that controls our city council is out of touch with the citizens of our city. Under this council we were on our way to becoming Central Falls II until the Budget Commission came in and took control. I don’t agree with everything the commission has done and number one on that list is the elimination of the Homestead Exemption. As your councilman I pledge to work to restore that exemption. Why should there be a guaranteed property tax increase every year for the next 14 years? During my tenure on the school committee I can proudly say I never voted to eliminate programs for our students. When a previous superintendent attempted to eliminate middle school sports in 2007 I refused to support that proposal or a later attempt to eliminate the French language program from our middle schools. As a city councilman I would not support the elimination of programs that improve the quality of life for our citizens. One thing I am proud to say I helped eliminate was health care benefits for the school committee. It took the Budget Commission to eliminate that from the City Council! As the 2012 campaign starts to ramp up I hope to meet many of you along the way and get your input on where you see our city now and where you want it to go in the future. As a councilman-at-large I will listen to the concerns of all our citizens and pledge to work with my fellow council members to bring East Providence back. Steven Santos
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RiversideCircle #28, Daughters of Isabella will celebrate the 100th Anniversary of its founding on Sunday September 30th, 2012. Bishop Thomas J Tobin will celebrate the anniversary Mass at 10:00am at St. Brendan Chruch, Turner Avenue, Riverside, RI. Following Mass, there will be a reception dinner beginning at 12 noon at Johnson and Wales Inn, Seekonk, MA the cost of this celebration is $35.00 per person. Reservations for this memorable event must be made by September 14, 2012. Call Antonia (433-2375) or Rose (434-5663) for information and reservations.
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that help to make this year’s bike run for Hasbro Children’s Hospital a huge success. I would especially like to thank the Seekonk, Rehoboth, East Providence, Dighton, Pawtucket, North Providence Bristol, Swansea and Warren Police Department and all the local businesses for their generosities in donating monetary sponsorships and raffle items. Also I would like to thank all of the volunteers who helped the day of the Bike Run and a special thanks to our Poster Child Tony who was able to be present for this event. Tony’s wish was to ride a motorcycle and thanks to Jr. the Dog his wish came true. Yours truly, Sandy Phillips - Community Relations
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The SEEKONK 200 on Saturday September 29th combines the 200 year anniversary (1812) of the Town of Seekonk as an official birthday event, with a track walk to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Providence and 200 Laps of exciting racing at the Seekonk Speedway. The event features the Northeast Midget Association (NEMA), www.nemaracing.com in their showcase event The Boston Louie Memorial Classic with the cars and stars of NEMA (29 Laps) and their junior division the NEMA Lites (21Laps). Long time NASCAR competitor Ken Schrader is tentatively scheduled to compete in the Boston Louie Memorial Classic where legendary open wheel racer Bentley Warren will serve as the event Grand Marshall. Also appearing is the ground pounding fastest short track race cars in the world from the International Super Modified Association (ISMA), www.ISMASUPERS.com competing for 100 Laps. 2008 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Champion Johnny Benson, Jr. returns to defend his 2010 & 2011 victories at the Cement Palace. Last but certainly not least is a 50 Lap Street Stock Race with $1000 to win. This racing division is one of the most exciting divisions that compete at Seekonk Speedway and will also attract competitors from other race tracks throughout New England. The event will begin with a track walk to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Providence. Information & Forms are available at www.RMHProvidence.com, or in person at the Seekonk Town Clerk’s Office, 100 Peck St. Seekonk, MA. Last years event raised $15,000; we feel we can easily exceed that amount in 2012. We are expecting a return of “Jackie” the Pink Fire Truck from R.I. Pink Heals www.ripinktrucks.com To celebrate the 200 years of the Town of Seekonk, we will offer a reduced ticket price to all Seekonk residents, and depending on sponsorship, would like to provide Fireworks at the end of the event. Ayla Brown of American Idol fame will be present to sing our National Anthem www.aylabrown.com. We are reaching out to corporate sponsors requesting support for this event. We will provide space inside the Speedway for your company to present your products and will include some complementary general admission tickets. Marketing for this event will be through print, internet, appearances and radio. We hope you can partner with us and join us to make this event and celebration a success. Thank-You. Admission- $25 Adult, junior $5 ages 6-12. Under 6 free. Advance sales $20 Adult prior to race day contact 508-336-9959 www. seekonkspeedway.com or 508-485-5605 www.bostonlouieseymour. com Pit fee is $30 in advance (purchase advance $20 Adult and upgrade on race day) $40 race day. For latest race information: www.krazespeedequipment.com www.bostonlouieseymour.com
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The East Providence Historical Society returns to the Weaver Library Monday, September 24 for a reprise of its popular “Smithsonian Evening.” Eight EPHS members will choose their favorite artifact from the Hunt House museum and give a brief history and provenance of that object. Again, there will be a mystery item such as last year’s horse tethering block. The program is sponsored by the library and EPHS, and begins at 7pm. Refreshments will follow. FREE TO ALL! SMITHSONIAN DAY IN EAST PROVIDENCE! The EP Historical Society is joining other museums nationwide on Sept 29th from 10-3pm for Smithsonian Magazine’s national free museum day. Come enjoy the award winning Rumford collection, the heritage gardens, the waterfalls, and the site of Rumford’s only amusement park. The EPHS is a volunteer organization in its 45 year which is dedicated to the preservation of local history. We maintain the John Hunt Museum at 65 Hunts Mills Road, participate in the URI Master Gardening program, and provide educational programs for the public. Our museum is open to all on the 2nd Sunday of every month except Jan/Feb from 1-4pm and by appointment. Our meetings are open to all: Board – first Wed of the month. General: 4th Monday of the month. For more information www.ephist.org or call 438-1750
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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.
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Clinical Lab 5th Pain Management 5th Stroke Club 5th Fitness Room Trainer 6th Blood Pressure Clinic 7th East Bay Center 11th Life Line RI 11th Pain Management 12th Blood Pressure Clinic 12th Fitness Room Trainer 13th HomeFront Homecare 18th Pain Management 19th Blood Pressure Clinic 20th Fitness Room Trainer 20th AARP Board Meeting 20th Red Hats 20th SNAP FOOD STAMPS 21st InSight 21st Caregiver’s Support 24th Computer Assistance 24th East Bay Center 25th Odyssey Hospice 25th Blood Pressure Clinic 25th Pain Management 26th RSVP Board Meeting 26th PODIATRIST 27th Advisory Board 27th Fitness Room Trainer 27th SNAP Ed 27th Diabetes Support 27th
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Chronic Disease Self-Management Program Are you having trouble moving around? Do you live in pain? Are you feeling frustrated, worried, tired, or alone? Living Well RI workshops are designed to help you and your caregivers live a healthier lifestyle! Join a free 2 1/2 hour Living Well workshop each week for six weeks.
Attend a Living Well RI workshop and learn to:
Manage symptoms and medication Communicate with your family and doctors Work with a healthcare team Problem-solve effectively Relax Handle difficult emotions Eat well Exercise safely
Dates:
Orientation September 5th 9-10am Workshops: Wednesdays 9am-11:30am September 12th, 19th, 26th October 3rd, 10th, 17th To register contact: Irene Rush, Outreach Coordinator At 222-7636
September 11th • 10:30am Lifeline RI
Lifeline is an easy to use personal response service that ensures older adults living at home quick assistance whenever it is needed, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
September 18th • 10:30am HomeFront Home Care
Home Front Health Care is a RI based non-profit organization that provides home health care to people of all ages in the comfort and security of the own home.
September 25th • 10:30am Odyssey Hospice
Odyssey Hospice strives to improve the quality of life for patients facing terminal diagnoses while providing support for their loved ones.
New Discussion Group WISDOM FOR LIVING
What is it? Who has it? How do we get it? In what ways—if any—has wisdom made a difference in our lives over the years? Are we just older now—or older AND wiser? Come join us for a new discussion group. We’ll be considering words of wisdom from a range of sources. Such as: All’s well that ends well. W i l l i a m Shakespeare Too much of a good thing can be wonderful. Mae West We’re always the same age inside. Gertrude Stein Always be a little kinder than necessary. James M. Barrie No need to bring anything but an open mind, a sense of humor, and respect for the ideas and opinions of others.
September 2012 The Reporter Facilitator: Gwen Kangis, MAPR Fellow life learner—older and hopefully, wiser. Please let Administration Staff know if you may be interested. A small fee may be assessed.
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.
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Do you have questions? Do you just wish to talk with someone confidentially? Please contact us for an appointment at 435-7870. Thursday, Sept. 27th from 9-12 noon Dr. Richard R. Reuter, podiatrist will be in the Health Office seeing patients. To schedule your appointment or if you have any questions call Dr. Reuter’s office directly at: 247-0610 ext. 6 and speak with Karen. Dr. Reuter accepts most major insurance plans.
Law Office of David J. Marciello
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.
Computer Assistance Monday, Sept. 24th • 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.
Blood Pressure Clinics
The State has recently changed the Probate Code. If you have a will it’s time that you review it. If you DO NOT have a will you are allowing the STATE to decide how to distribute your assets and who will be the guardian of your children. I can help. Call me for a lowcost solution that protects you and your family. P.O. Box 170 • Rehoboth, MA 02769 DavidMarcielloLawOffice@gmail.com David J. Marciello, Esq. • (774) 501-4500
Atria Bay Spring Village Friday, Sept. 7th Waterview Villa Wednesday, Sept. 12th Evergreen House Health Center Thursday, Sept. 20th Hattie Ide Chaffee Tuesday, Sept. 25th
132 Bed Facility with
All clinic’s are held from 10:30am — 11:30am We have Registered Dieticians available for appointments in the health office. They will counsel you, in private, about your personal needs and insurance covers these visits. They are also certified diabetes educators. To schedule a visit, stop by the health office or call us at 435-7870. Each Thursday from 11am until 12 noon Eleanor Leighton RN is providing Therapeutic Touch services to our members for the nominal fee of $2.00. This is a well researched technique for pain and stress reduction. Please contact the Health Office at 435-7870 to set up a 15 minute session. You owe it to yourself to try it! East Side Clinical Lab draws blood work here once per month. The date for this month is: Wednesday Sept. 5th, 8:30-11:30. There is no pre-registration, just come in with the lab slip from your doctor. Please utilize this service so they will continue. Michael Friend LICSW from East Bay Center is assisting our seniors with their social service needs every other Tuesday. The dates this month are: Sept. 11th & 25th from 9 am to 12 noon.
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Support Groups
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Open meeting held monthly for people with diabetes to meet for mutual support. The group meets the fourth Thursday of each month.
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Caregiver’s Support
10:30am - 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
12:45pm - 3:00pm
In-Sight offers programs and support in productive living for the vision impaired. The group meets the 3rd Friday of every month.
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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.
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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.
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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
Wednesday & 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.
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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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.
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.
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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.
Daily Programs
Computer games Billiards Cards Nutritional Lunch Bocce ball Walking Track Morning & Afternoon Coffee/Pastry
Leisure Programs
Book Club Monday 1:00pm Bingo Tuesday 1:25pm Bocce Ball Tuesday 9:00am Scrabble Wednesday & Friday 10:00am Meditation Class Friday 11:00am Library Daily 8-4pm Computer Games Daily Lounge Billiards Daily Lower level
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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.
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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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SCOUTS St. Teresa’s Scouts Plan Open House September 11, 2012
Pawtucket, RI, August 23, 2012: Boy Scout Troop 28 of St. Teresa’s Church Pawtucket will be holding an open house and sign up night September 11th in the Church hall at 7:30 pm. All boys between the ages of 11 and 17 are encouraged to come down and see what the Boy Scouts have to offer. We will be planning a Bicycle campout, Fire Awareness camporee, archery night, and many more activities as the year goes on. Come on down and see what all the excitement is about. For boys between the ages of 7 and 11, the Cub Scouts will be holding an open house September 18th at 6:00 in the church hall. Questions? Feel free to call Kevin Barry at 401-787-6473.
Cub Scout Pack 10 Open House September 10, 2012 6:30 p.m.
Riverside Congregational Church 15 Oak Avenue, Riverside, RI 02915 Cub Scouting is FUN! If you are in 1st through 5th grade come meet with us on September 10th to learn more about what cub scouts can do for you. Since it began, the Scouting program has been an educational experience with an emphasis on values. The Scouting program was designed to build character, physical fitness, practical skills, and service. The Cub Scout Program is based on 12 Core Values: Citizenship, Compassion, Cooperation, Courage, Faith, Health and Fitness, Honesty, Perseverance, Positive Attitude, Resourcefulness, Respect and Responsibility. This is done through activities that are designed for the scout to learn about the community and world in which they live. They are encouraged to explore, learn new skills and have fun while earning their badges and belt loops. Come visit on the 10th to see what it’s all about! If you have any questions, please contact Everett King at: 286-6012.
Boy Scout Troop 4 Open House October 3, 2012
7:00 pm, St. Brendan’s Catholic Church, 60 Turner Avenue, Riverside, RI 02915 If you are between the ages of 11 and 17, or have earned the Cub Scouting Arrow of Light award and are at least 10 years old, or have completed the fifth grade and are at least 10 years old and are looking for something new and exciting….come check out Troop 4 on October 3rd! Scouts can earn more than 100 merit badges, including the newest merit badges—Welding, Chess, and Robotics. Earning merit badges gives Scouts the opportunity to participate in activities and study subjects that prepare them for life. Troop 4 is a boyled troop. We go on weekend campouts monthly and spend a week at Camp Yawgoog each August. This year we earned Troop of the Week! The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Scout Oath: On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to
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obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. Scout Law: A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. Motto: Be Prepared Slogan: Do a Good Turn Daily Come check us out! If you have any questions, you may contact Paul Conti at 438-0032.
Troop 4 Riverside Boy Scouts Joshua DiBastiani and Nick Vaccaro of Troop 4 Riverside, along with adult leader Mike Vaccaro, meet with Chrissy Rossi to discuss citizenship in our community
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Attend our event to learn more about the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and volunteering opportunities. Date: September 20, 2012 Time: 6:00 to 8:00pm Place: E. Prov. Scout House, 351 Willett Avenue, Riverside For more information contact: Cindy Nulman, 433-0413, joshzoey@cox.net, Elaine Mathers, 433-3156, emathers44@aol.com
Girl Scouts offers girls in grades K -12 incredible opportunities to develop their leadership skills, build lifelong friendships, and earn awards along each step of their journey. The annual membership fee is $12 and the suggested Family Partnership contribution is $18. Financial assistance is available.
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GARAGE SALE YARD SALE 199 Brightridge Avenue, East Providence Saturday, September 29th 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Yard sale. Women’s clothing, Business Books, Treadmill, lia sophia business supplies, and much more. Rain date Sunday 9/30.
Richard R. Normann
Formerly of East Providence, passed away unexpectedly on July 13, 2012 in Lathonia GA. He was Husband of Priscilla Brennan Normann and step son mark Splan of GA He was the son of the late Martin G Normann and Anna E. Loomis Normann of East Providence, Brother of the late Margaret Brennan Brother of the late Ray Normann.. He also leaves a sister Lorna Conway of Rumford, a brother Martin L. Normann of Cranston and Many nephews, nieces and cousins in RI. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him and loved him. He would have been 67 years old on August 19th.
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FOR RENT EAST PROVIDENCE: Sublet 5 room apartment, $1,100 a month plus security deposit. Heat and utilities included, off street parking, no pets – non smokers, near school and bus line. Call (401) 434-9263 FOR RENT: East Providence: Excellent Central, Location: Nice Furnished Private set up for ONE MATURE NO SMOKER Tenant Helper: Utilities, Cable, Bus, Storage $95/weekly. Call 401-434-1372 FOR RENT: East Providence, 3 room apartment, gas heat, 1st floor, 1 Bedroom, no pets, utilities, no smoking, on street parking; asking $600.00 per month, plus security; call 401-433-0871 after 9am. FOR RENT:Rehoboth/Dighton Lg Refurbished Unit in c1790’s Cape. Ideal for doctor, lawyer, massage therapy, ect. Or a great place to live, $1200 per month. w/ electric. For more info please call 774-2181959 (e912)
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FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Seasoned Firewood $200/cord Seekonk, Call Scott 508-328-7995
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FOR SALE: Craftsman – Air Compressor 5HP 25 Gallon - $150. Craftsman – Industrial reciprocating saw - $60. Craftsman – Heavy duty air impact wrench - $50. Hilti TE22 – Rotating hammer drill - $175. Call 508-222-5186
CLASSIFI For sale: Men’s left hand golf clubs. Irons, $10.00. Woods,15.00 Special driver $25.00. Cash only.Tel. 401 434 0118 For Sale: Winter in Naples, Fl. with your very own 5th wheel trailer completely furnished 2002 Carriage Cameo 34’ CK3 @ Paradise Pointe RV RESORT PARK all set up on lot. Clean and smoke free. Asking $16000.00. 508-252-4896
HELP WANTED YOUTH FELLOWSHIP DIRECTOR: rehoboth congregational church, 10 hours a week, experience preferred. Email resume to barbsavary@aol.Com Mother’s Helper needed after school 3:15-5:15p two days/wk. Must enjoy kids, have references, be reliable, have a car and valid driver’s license. $35/week plus additional hours for half days/ school vacations. Call 774.565.0156 Personal Care Assistant: Veteran, wheelchair user needs help 3 hours per week on Fri, Sat nights at 8:30,Sat mornings at 7:30 w/ future additional hours possible. Must be dependable. Duties include assistance w/ hygiene,transfers, light cleaning. $12/hr Call 774.565.0156 Church Sexton Riverside Congregational Church: Part-Time, 10 hours/week, $10/hour, Requires bending, stooping, lifting up to 50 lbs, climb ladder. Applications available at church, or at www. rcc-ucc.com. Mail applications to: RCC, Board of Trustees, 15 Oak Ave, Riverside, RI 02915
GENERAL SERVICES NEED A NANNY OR CAREGIVER? A variety of home services provided for children/elderly. Friendly, personable, highly responsible, dependable. Flexible hours tailored to suit your personal needs. References available. 508-557-1761 Cleanouts & Cleanups: Houses, attics, cellars, garages, sheds, yards, etc. Demolition of sheds, fences, pools, decks, etc. Junk Removal, gutters cleaned, painting & handyman services. Insured. Call Gary at (508)245-0832. CUT MY GRASS!!! Lawn care services - grass cutting, fertilize, mulching, shrub pruning, etc. Professional equipment and quality work. References available. Servic-
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Over nine years of tutoring experience with the Dighton Rehoboth and Taunton school systems, the military, and private schools. Strong curriculum knowledge, all levels, all subjects, plus autism spectrum. Master’s degree. Excellent references from local schools and parents. Kathy Castro 774-254-5876 tkgarden@ comcast.net TUTOR: Elementary teacher with 12+ years Math, Reading and Writing tutoring experience available to tutor your child at local library. $35/hour for one day and $25/hour for two days a week. Liz, 401-368-8238.
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CHILDCARE Childcare: Opening in active childcare for 1-5 year olds ½ day $30, Full day $40. 30 years’ experience, CDA certified, EEC Lead Teacher, CPR and First Aid, Preschool program, Nutritious meals and snacks included, 2 acre fenced playground, indoor playground, 4 large play rooms, 6 to 1 ratio 7am-5pm Call Joanne 1-508-252-1252 or 1 508-243-4406
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Foster Parenting is more than helping a child. It’s providing hope for their family.
PIANO LESSONS: Taught in my home, both classical and popular to persons of all ages. Anita Russo, 8 Terrybrooke Road, Rehoboth 508-252-4208. HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS: First Lesson ½ Price. Beginners through advanced, boarding with all day turnout, training with world champion, Indoor-outdoor lighted rings, reasonable rates, ponies for parties and outings, summer camp, pony club at farm; Hawkswood Farm 508-3366114. NEW YOUNG PUPPIES FOR SALE: Labradoodle and Jack Russell puppies Jack Russell Lhasa apso mix, non shed; call Hawkswood Farm 508-336-6114.
Become a Foster Parent. Contact Joyce LaFrance Tormey 401.276.4318 jtormey@cfsri.org
PETS FREE PETS: Three playful dwarf goats FREE to a good home. Grandchildren going to college! Adorable and fun. Contact Joyce at 508-336-7399 or hjcoleman@ comcast.net FREE to GOOD home, 3 male cats, orange, white, blk/wht, fixed,(401)527-8657.
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September BUSINESS DIRECTORY Appliance Repairs CJS / Statewide Appliance Repair 21 Attorney Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto 60 Attorney Donald E. MacManus, Attorney 62 Attorney Law Office of David J. Marciello 52 Auto Body A-1 Custom Auto Body 35 Auto Body Fogarty Auto Body 46 Auto Body Tri Star Autobody, Inc. 39 Auto Dealers Hot Rides INC 31 Auto Detailing After Hour Auto Care 30 Auto Detailing Buff It 17 Auto Repairs Fred’s Service Center , Inc 23 Auto Repairs New England Tire 2 Auto Repairs Somerset Chrysler Jeep 48 Auto Repairs Somerset Subaru - Max Motors, Inc 4 Auto Salvage Gary’s Auto Removal 36 Auto Salvage Seekonk Auto Salvage 21 Bank Coastway Community Bank 16 Beauty Salon Aidile’s hair* skin* nails 48 Building Contractor East Providence Siding 29 Building Materials J & J Materials Corp. 49 Candidate - East Prov. Bob DaSilva 9 Candidate - East Prov. Bruce Rogers Councilman Ward 2 10 Candidate - East Prov. Bruce Rogers Councilman Ward 2 22 Candidate - East Prov. Candy Seel - Candidate EP 10 Candidate - East Prov. Charlie Tsonos 18 Candidate - East Prov. Daniel DaPonte 17 Candidate - East Prov. Greg Amore Candidate for State Rep. 15 Candidate - East Prov. Helder J Cunha - Candidate EP 31 Candidate - East Prov. Helio Melo, State Rep. 7 Candidate - East Prov. James A Briden - Candidate EP 24 Candidate - East Prov. Jim Miller for RI Senate District 18 64 Candidate - East Prov. Katherine S Kazarian - Candidate EP 8 Candidate - East Prov. Timothy Chapman 25 Candidate - East Prov. William Conley 18 Carpentry - Finish Mark Koussa Carpentry 38 Carpet Cleaning East Coast Carpet Cleaning & More 11 Cell Phones Prime Time Communications 44 Chamber of Commerce East Providence Chamber 20 Collectibles Wexler’s Collectibles 35 Concrete American Mobile Mix Concrete Incorp 30 Credit Union Columbus Credit Union 42 Credit Union Community & Teachers Credit Union 25 Dance Studio Festival Ballet Providence 37 Dance Studio Festival Ballet Providence 19 Dance Studio Festival Ballet Providence 11 Dance Studio Twinkle Toes Dance Studio 43 Dentist Kenneth J. Rawlinson, D.D.S. 49 Dentist Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC 39 Dentist Rumford Dental 40 Duct Cleaning Think Green, Think Clean Air 54 Engine Repair-Lawn Fred’s Service Center 6 Entertainment King Richard’s Faire 57 Events Racing Against Cancer 47 Excavating C. Grant Excavating 35 Fence-Sales/Serv. Foxx Fence 46 Flooring - All Types Armoush Flooring 27 Food Service Thomsen Foodservice 23
Fuel - Oil Affordable Fuel 55 Fuel - Oil Al’s Quality Oil Co. 6 Fuel - Oil COD OIL 34 Fuel - Oil Wood’s Heating Service 64 Furniture/Upholstery Masterson Furniture and Upholstery 38 Gifts & Collectibles Personal Touch 36 Hair / Nails Melissa Marie Hair Designs 27 Hair / Nails Perfect Nails & Facials 55 Hair Salon Shear Image Salon 37 Handyman Just In Time Handyman Service 28 Health & Fitness YMCA - Newman 43 Health & Fitness YMCA of Greater Providence 4 Health Care Marc A. Jaffe M.D Inc 11 Home Improvements Budget Blinds 51 Home Improvements Professional Property Maintenance 19 Insurance Agency Lezaola Thompson Insurance Inc. 23 Landscape Service Superior Lawn Care 57 Laundromat Willett Laundromat 28 Liquor Store Jordan’s Liquors 34 Live Entertainment Rockin’ Ever After - Feld Entertainme 56 Martial Arts Michelet’s Taekwondo School 44 Mortgage Broker Prospect Mortgage, llc 26 Mortgage Broker Province Mortgage assoc 24 Music, Weddings Classic Flute Duos 55 Nursing Homes Waterview Villa 53 Optometrists Barrington Eye Center 45 Optometrists Brown Center 37 Orthodontics Romani Orthodontics 26 Painting Contractor Cronan Painting 28 Physical Therapy Healy Physical Therapy 42 Physical Therapy Sport & Spine Physical Therapy 29 Private School St. Margaret School 44 Private School St. Marys - Bay View High School 45 Private School The Providence Country Day School 41 Real Estate Mateus Realty 63 Real Estate Ray Paiva @Paiva Realty Group 26 Real Estate Remax River’s Edge c/o Joe Botelho 8 Real Estate ReMax Rivers Edge 16 Real Estate Remax Rivers edge c/o Larry McNulty 24 Real Estate Robin Lozito, Remax Rivers Edge 50 Real Estate The Tirrell Team 33 Real Estate Vicki Doran - Coldwell Banker 38 Remodeling Batty Construction 46 Restaurant Italo American Grille 58 Restaurant Sparky’s Coney Island 58 Retirement Community Brookdale/East Bay 50 Roofer/WaterProofing Cameron Roofing 30 Roofing Contractor Tabeleys Roofing 6 Roofing Contractor Willard Roofing 51 Self Defense Self Defense Training Center, LTD 40 Spiritual Healing Positive New Beginnings 27 Stone Masonry Quarry Brothers, Inc. Theatres - Live Trinity Repertory Company 54 Town East Providence Canvassing 12-14 Trash/Junk Removal Big Blue Removal Service 62 Tree Service Advanced Tree 21
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MATEUS Realty The experience makes the difference!
So if you're ready to buy or sell, Call Mateus Realty today at 434-8399.
Attention Buyers!! Now Is A Great Time to buy!!
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EAST PROVIDENCE - Warren Ave!! Several Possibilities!! Currently used as a SF with Barber Shop! Ideal for live-in/ business. Corner lot with oversized garages $189,900
NO. PROVIDENCE - Lymansville!! Short Sale!! 2 Fam, 2 Brs each, 2c.garage w/ legal apt above it; great potential for investment/owner occupied; young roof, gas boilers & hw tanks, upgraded electric, separate utilities, cathedrals, deck, 7000+sf lot. $179,900
RIVERSIDE - Clean 3 Br, 2 Bath R/ Ranch with columns, FR, den, young roof, siding, replacement windows,; FP, DW, sliders, deck, shed, 10,000+ sf lot. $219,900
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East Providence - Ready for occupancy!! 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath R/Ranch, garage, siding/brick, gas heat, central air, sliders, patio, hw's, tile, granite. $229,900.
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EAST PROVIDENCE - Centrallly located 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Raised Ranch; 2 Kitchens, c/air, young gas boiler/hw tank, siding, replacement windows, sliders, deck, patio, pool, shed, sprinklers. $199,900
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EAST PROVIDENCE - Veterans Pkwy!! Winter waterviews from private balcony off mstr!! 3 Br, 2 bath Colonial, remodeled in 2002. New roof, windows, gas furnace/ c.air, kitch, bath, jacuzzi, upgraded electric, siding, hw's, tile. $219,900
REHOBOTH - 3 Br Ranch on 9 acres of land w/ lots of potential!! 4 car garage, 18x38 FLRM w/ FP, FPrch, sliders and patio, DR, LR/FP, possibble 1 or 2 buildable lots. $650,000
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EAST PROVIDENCE - Pride of ownership!! 3 Br, 2 bath R/Ranch; finished lower, Hw's, Tile, gas heat, c/a, french doors to deck, sliders to patio, sprinklers, garage, fenced yard, easy hwy access, minutes from East Side!! $219,900
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East Providence - Well maintained 3 Br Ranch, den, young kitchen & boiler; upgraded electric, central air, siding, replacement windows, 9000+ sf lot. $199,900
A sign of success and a name you can trust!
RIVERSIDE - Waddington!! Neat 3 Br Ranch, cathedrals, skylights, gas heat; new roof, windows, kitchen, bath and interior doors, siding, deck, pool, $164,900
WARWICK - Off Sandy Lane!! Clean 3 Br Ranch, siding, replacement windows, young gas furnace/hw tank & central air; upgraded electric, 7000+ sf lot on dead end. $164,900
434-8399 FALAMOS PORTUGUES • FAX # 435-3401
582 Warren Avenue • East Providence, RI 02914
WARREN - Estate Sale!! Off Market Street!! Young 2/3 Br Raised Ranch, 2 Kichens, 2 baths, Hw's, gas heat, central air, upgraded electric, garage, $159,900
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