JULY 2020
complimentary
SHOP IN RI
the magazine
SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS
JULY 2020
Rhode Island’s Finest Tree Care Specialists Cover Story Pages 46-47
His idea of remounting
Her idea of remounting
Update your engagement ring or even turn a pair of earrings into a bracelet or pendant – nothing could be easier. Just bring in your outdated or tired jewelry, (as well as your ideas) and we’ll remount them into something as attractive to a fish as a worm on a hook.
BaxtersJewelry.com
2 Shop In RI
42
8
December 2019 July 2020 Editor Anthony Manzo
72 24
20
Executive Editor Jeffrey Manzo &KLHI 2SHUDWLQJ 2IÀFHU Jim Lombari President & Creative Director Michael McDonald
12 64
46
Managing Editor David Patricio
68
Vice President Brian Kelly Board Members Dr. Paul Matrullo Dr. Joseph Matrullo Michael Mota Contributors Jen Wallace Al Matthews Stacie Venagro Tom Lopatosky Andrew Irby Writers Mark Berger Brian Lowney Julia Romano Jenn Lombari Patrick Burke Susan Gazerro Sarah Wessel
In This Issue: 4 Travel Tips
31 Stacie Venagro Fitness Tips
56-57 Northern RI Chamber of Commerce
7 World News
32-33 Staying Fit During the Coronavirus
59 Silly Laws State The Facts
8-9 Chaska Modern Indian Restaurant
34 12 Things You Didn’t Know
60-61 Charlise Wilson Wants People Working
12-13 Daddy’s Bread
38-39 Hello Summer In South County
64-65 Artist David Ferro
42-43 Buxton Hollow Farm
68-69 Gentry Moving and Storage
46-47 Cover Story North Eastern Tree
72-73 Arkady Belozovsky
49 Ask An Expert
76-77 The Brain For Rent
5 Front Page
17-19 Small Businesses Helping Each Other 20-21 Kevin Cordero Cook Book Author
Sales Executives Jeffrey Manzo Jim Lombari Jenn Lombari Michael Belsito
23 Live the Live
Fashion Editor Rosanna Ortiz
28-29 Seasonal Summer Fare Recipes
Photographers Guillermo Garcia Allyson Barth Michael Belsito
24-25 13 Stars Hot Sauce
50 What’s Up With That? 53 Ameriprise Financial Tips
80-81 WRIK Entertainment
SHOP IN RI the Magazine 1525 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI 02904 ph: 401.270.2832 fax: 401.353.0792 email: ShopInRI@ShopInRI.com Visit ShopInRI.com to view all current and past issues of Shop In RI magazine!
Shop In RI 3
TravelTips Shop In RI Selects Block Island as our top local getaway destination!
Thousands of years ago, a glacier left rolling hills and ponds behind, forming what is now known as Block Island. The Narragansett Indians were the first inhabitants of Block Island as is proven by remains that date back thousands of years. Their original name for the island was “Manisses” which translates to “Island of the Little God.” In1614, Adrian Block, a Dutch explorer sailed to the island and gave it his name. He called it Block Island, and it was in 1661 that the island was settled. Located just 13 miles south of mainland Rhode Island. After arriving on the Block Island Ferry from Galilee or Newport, you will not have a problem filling your day with things to do as you navigate the island. You can kayak, paddleboard, parasail, horseback ride; go charter fishing, have a cocktail on the beach listening to live music, or play volleyball. You may wish to browse through their unique boutiques and galleries, ride off into the sunset or visit the nightclubs for live entertainment.
Very Expensive Balloon Ride Promises Quite The Experience
Still too expensive for 99.9% of us, but this might be the cheapest option for space tourists yet. The company Space Perspective plans to fly people up to the Earth's stratosphere in a giant balloon with a pressurized cabin, reports Space.com. The cost? $125,000 a seat. The trip would take about six hours - a leisurely descent up at about 12 miles an hour, followed by two hours spent in the stratosphere, and then the trip home. The balloon would end up about 19 miles above the surface of the Earth, which, as Smithsonian points out, is "not technically outer space, but high enough to see the curvature of the Earth and the darkness of space stretching out beyond.
Enjoy 17 miles of beaches, take a hike on its 32 miles of trails, rent a scooter to explore the sites or shop at its more than 50 stores and specialty shops. There is plenty of dining options! Block Island offers amenities for all ages. Known for its hospitality and old town charm, Block Island maintains a variety of establishments to suit anyone’s needs. Whether vacationing with the family, partying with friends or on a romantic weekend getaway, Block Island offers a great selection of comfortable places to call home while you’re staying on the island, from a small B&B to a large Victorian hotel. Visit blockisland.com and blockislandferry.com for more info.
4 Shop In RI
The company has more details about the proposed flights here. The first test flights are supposed to take off next year, but no passengers will likely go up for at least three years. These might appeal to people for whom a rocket flight seems a little too extreme. “It’s so gentle,” Jane Poynter of Space Perspective said. “It’s much less dynamic than a rocket-based flight. I know that there’s a lot of people that either cannot or don’t want to go on a rocket, but they really want to go to space.”
Disney Rethinks Splash Mountain Based on Film It Pulled
Front Page TOP 4 WEALTHIEST FASHION DESIGNERS
Attraction’s new theme will be ‘the Princess and the Frog
Disney hasn’t shown or broadcast Song of the South for decades, but a log flume ride based on the film has still been in operation at the company’s parks. That will change, Disney said when announcing that the once-popular Splash Mountain will be transformed into something else at Disneyland and the Magic Kingdom. An online petition asked that the ride be changed to a Princess and the Frog theme, based on the 2009 animated film that stars Disney’s first black princess. The company has agreed, saying the decision actually was made last year, the Los Angeles Times reports. The reworked attraction will be inclusive, Disney said—”one that all of our guests can connect with and be inspired by.” Criticism of Song of the South is not new. The 1946 film—which includes the song ”Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah” is packed with racial stereotypes and a rosecolored portrayal of antebellum South. It’s not even included on Disney+, the company’s new streaming service. The ride, known for its 52½-foot drop, has remained more popular than the movie. ”While the ride is considered a beloved classic,” the Change.org petition says, ”its history and storyline are steeped in extremely problematic and stereotypical racist tropes.” Disney didn’t say when the remodeled attraction will debut at the California and Florida parks. ”Conceptual design work is well underway,” the company said. When it opened in 1989, Splash Mountain was called Zip-a-Dee River Run.
Miuccia Prada
Giorgio Armani
$11.1 Billion
$9.6 Billion
Ralph Lauren
Domenico Dolce / Stefano Gabbana $1.7 Billion ea.
$8.2 Billion
Husband and Wife Save Same Man’s Life, 15 Years Apart It's an organ donor story with an unusual twist: A husband and wife ended up being donors to the same man 15 years apart. The story begins in 2004, when 35-year-old Bryan Herrington died after a fall from a roof on his construction job. His kidney and pancreas went to Florida's Jeff Granger, who eventually learned his donor's identity and struck up a friendship with Herrington's widow, Terri. Flash forward to 2019, when the kidney Granger received from Herrington began to fail. He posted about it on social media, hoping to find a donor, and he informed his friend Terri not because he wanted her to give him a kidney but because he thought she should know.
”I didn’t want to call Terri but I did,” says Granger. I wanted her to be one of the first ones to know and she said, ’Don’t worry about it. You’ll get mine.’” He thought she was joking, but it turns out she was thinking about becoming a living donor and Granger’s predicament cemented her decision. The successful transplant took place at the University of Florida Health Shands Hospital. Now, Terri’s kidney is helping keep Granger alive, as is the pancreas from her late husband. ”We are back together” she said.
Shop In RI 5
National News Last Pension Tied to the Civil War Has Been Paid Out
Fenn’s Treasure Chest Is Found After 10 Year Search
Irene Triplett, last child of a Civil War veteran getting a pension died.
Not everyone is convinced.
The word ”mind-bending” features in the Wall Street Journal’s obituary on Irene Triplett and her place in history, with good reason. The 90-year-old died Sunday in a Wilkesboro, NC, nursing home, bringing an end to the final pension that had been paid out in connection with the Civil War. Triplett collected $73.13 a month from the Department of Veterans Affairs as ”a helpless adult child of a veteran,” a reference to her mental disabilities and her father, Pvt. Mose Triplett. He initially fought for the Confederacy, ending up in the 26th North Carolina Infantry Regiment in early 1863. An illness en route to Gettysburg left him in a Virginia hospital; of the 800 men from his unit who went on to Gettysburg, all but 66 were killed, wounded, or captured. Mose Triplett left the hospital as a deserter, traveled south to Tennessee, and switched to the Union side as part of the 3rd North Carolina Mounted Infantry. The Journal reports the regiment was known for its ”campaign of sabotage against Confederate targets in eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina.” In 1924, at the age of 83, he married Elida Hall, who was in her late 20s. Irene was born six years later, and US News & World Report adds that of Hall’s four other children with Triplett, only son Everette survived infancy. Mose Triplett died in 1938, his wife in 1967, and Everette in 1996. In 2014 the Journal ran a feature on Triplett and her family, noting at that time she was the last child of a Civil War vet collecting VA benefits, and that the same could then be said of 16 widows and children of veterans of the 1898 Spanish-American War. 6 Shop In RI
A bronze chest filled with gold, jewels, and other valuables worth more than $1 million and hidden a decade ago somewhere in the Rocky Mountain wilderness has been found. Forrest Fenn, 89, said that a man who did not want his name released - but was from “back East” located the chest and the discovery was confirmed by a photograph the man sent him. Fenn had posted clues to the treasure’s whereabouts online and in a 24-line poem that was published in his 2010 autobiography The Thrill of the Chase. “It was under a canopy of stars in the lush, forested vegetation of the Rocky Mountains and had not moved from the spot where I hid it more than 10 years ago, “I do not know the person who found it, but the poem in my book led him to the precise spot.” Hundreds of thousands have hunted in vain across remote corners of the US West for the bronze chest believed to be filled with gold coins, jewelry, and other valuable items. Many quit their jobs to dedicate themselves to the search and others depleted their life savings. At least four people died searching for it. Some people have expressed skepticism over Fenn’s announcement given the lack of details about who found the treasure, when and where. Among the critics is Linda Bilyeu, whose ex-husband, Randy Bilyeu, disappeared during his search in the New Mexico wilderness in January 2016 and was found dead six months later. “I believe Fenn never hid the treasure.‘He needed attention and this is how he got it. Fenn needed more attention, which is why he said the treasure has been found with no proof.” Fenn, said he hid the treasure as a way to tempt people to get into the wilderness and give them a chance to launch an old-fashioned adventure and expedition for riches. Rare 65-pound alligator snapping turtle found in Virginia neighborhood A 65-pound alligator snapping turtle with a face only its mother could love has found a new home at a Virginia zoo after freaking out residents in a northern Virginia suburb. The turtle, dubbed Lord Fairfax, was repeatedly crossing a residential road in the Alexandria area, according to Fairfax County Police. Not native to the area, the alligator snapping turtle is generally found in the wild farther south. Animal control officers initially took Lord Fairfax to the county animal shelter, and then to the state Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
The fisheries folks say the turtle is just a juvenile and could eventually grow as big as 200 pounds (90 kilograms). They say the northern Virginia climate would have been too cold for him to live in the wild. He will live instead at The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk.
With 2 Rocks, Small-Scale Miner Earns $3.4 Million A miner in Tanzania became an overnight millionaire with the discovery and sale of the two largest known tanzanite gemstones ever found. Until last week, the largest known chunk of tanzanite - one of the world’s rarest gemstones, believed to be found only in a small northern region of the East African nation—weighed 7.2 pounds. Then Saniniu Laizer, a small-scale miner with a government license to prospect for the gem, pulled up two pieces weighing 20.4 pounds and 11.25 pounds, respectively. Laizer, who has four wives and more than 30 children, promised “a big party” after selling the two multihued gemstones to the country’s mining ministry for $3.4 million. The 52-year-old Laizer also vowed to invest in his own Simanjiro district in the Manyara region. “I want to build a shopping mall and a school,” said Laizer of the Masai community, noting “there are many poor people around here who can’t afford to take their children to school.” He said he’d continue to look after his 2,000 cows while his children ran operations. The trade was broadcast on national television, as was a congratulatory call from President John Magufuli, who said the discovery “proves that Tanzania is rich.” Illegal mining remains an issue, and one local geologist estimates the supply could run out within two decades.
Guy’s Online Order Turns Up 8 Years Late When the fifth season of Mad Men aired in 2012, Canadian man Elliot Berinstein decided to try out the Don Draper look and ordered some hair cream online. It just arrived. Berinstein says he was surprised when a package from online retailer Well.ca turned up on his doorstep May 6. “I was very confused because I hadn’t ordered anything from Well.ca in awhile. And then I remembered eight years ago I ordered something from them.” He says he decided against using the Brylcreem after he opened the tube. “It was bright yellow,” he said. “When I Googled it, it was supposed to be pretty white, so I didn’t try it out.” Berinstein, a doctor, says the package never turned up at his Ottawa address after the 2012 order. After moving to Toronto, he contacted the company and asked them to send it to his new address and when it didn’t turn up there, he decided to quit chasing the $5 order. Canada Post says it will look into the late delivery. “This is certainly a unique situation and we can only speculate at this point as to what may have happened.”
World News 9 Years of Unwanted Pizza Deliveries Driving Man Crazy
It’s a good problem to have - until it isn’t. Jean Van Landeghem, a 65-year-old man living in Turnhout, Belgium, has for the last nine years been getting pizzas he did not order. The orders come at all hours (that includes 2am), and a memorable lowpoint came in January 2019, where 10 delivery men arrived over the course of the day; one carried 14 pizzas. “Pizza terror is victim’s own slice of hell,” proclaims the Times of London in a headline, and that may not be an exaggeration. Van Landeghem said, “I cannot sleep anymore. I start shaking every time I hear a scooter on the street.” He says he always refuses the food without pay, to the detriment of the restaurant. And he’s not alone in his hell. He says a female friend living about 20 miles away has been on the receiving end of unwanted pizza deliveries for nine years as well. “Sometimes we both get them on the same day. When that happens, we warn each other to expect a delivery,” he says. He has alerted police on more than one occasion. While the culprit remains unknown, it’s thought to be someone Van Landeghem and his friend both know.
China Says GPS Alternative Is Now Complete 55th satellite in Beidou system has been launched
China launched the final satellite in its Beidou constellation that emulates and may seek to compete with the US Global Positioning System, marking a further step in the country’s advance as a major space power. The launch of the satellite onboard a Long March-3 rocket was broadcast live from the satellite launch base of Xichang, deep in the mountains of southwestern China. About half an hour later, the satellite was deployed in orbit and extended its solar panels to provide its energy. The third iteration of the Beidou Navigation Satellite System promises to provide global coverage for timing and navigation, offering an alternative to Russia’s GLONASS and the European Galileo systems, as well as America’s GPS. The launch of the 55th satellite in the Beidou family shows China’s push to provide global coverage has been “entirely successful,” the system’s chief designer Yang Changfeng told state broadcaster CCTV. ”In actual fact, this also signifies that we are moving from being a major nation in the field of space to becoming a true space power,” Yang said. The first version of Beidou, meaning ”Big Dipper,” was decommissioned in 2012. The nowcomplete current system, known as BDS-3, began providing navigation services in 2018 to countries taking part in China’s sprawling ”Belt and Road” infrastructure initiative. It largely relies on medium earth orbit satellites, but also operates six geosynchronous orbit satellites such as the one just launched. Shop In RI 7
A MODERN INDIAN RESTAURANT You Will Become Obsessed With
By: Desi Baker | Photos: Myke Yeager Photography Boasting a beautiful patio and chic décor, Chaska has brought a spark to the Garden City restaurant scene. Juxtaposing Indian cuisine with fusion inspiration, the Chaska menu is sure to have something for everyone, and its welcoming service is at the apex of their mission. We had a moment to sit down with the founders of Chaska, Sanjiv and Vandana Dhar, and restaurant manager, Jeffery Branch, to discuss this new restaurant many are raving about.
Born out of this parallel to a sense of infatuation, our chefs at Chaska have created a globally inspired menu that is still rooted in the flavors of India. Our hope is that our inventive flavors will spark you to have a chaska of your own and awaken your palate to the taste of a whole new world.
1. Where is Chaska located and when did it open?
Chaska is an Indian restaurant that has incorporated modernization into Indian cuisine. We draw inspiration from a range of global cuisines. This is evident in our dishes such as our Zaatar Naan or Truffle Seekh Kabab. However, we also create flatbreads that have all the ingredients of our wellknown Indian dishes, as well as tacos. Who doesn’t love tacos?!?
Chaska is located in Garden City in Cranston, Rhode Island. We opened in December 2019, so we are the “new kid on the block!” 2. What is the meaning of Chaska and why did you give your restaurant this name? We love this question! Chaska is the Hindi term for the word obsession. It is often associated with one’s addiction to things such as a love for a particular food and/or drink. When someone has a “chaska,” they are often singularly focused on something and will do anything to attain it.
8 Shop In RI
3. What differentiates Chaska from other Indian restaurants?
4. If someone is new to Indian cuisine, what can they expect when they try Indian food for the first time at Chaska? If we had to sum up Chaska’s food in three words, they would be bold, bright and original. Our dishes
are one-of-a-kind because they’re new takes on familiar, classic Indian dishes. We don’t just focus on the traditional Indian cuisine; we have many items on our menu for any palate. Patrons will be excited and in awe of the creations of our chef! 5. There has been information that reports the spices used in Indian cuisine can have health benefits. Can you elaborate on which spices and what they can potentially help with? Definitely. Turmeric is a spice that’s often used in Indian cooking. The health benefits of turmeric include: the stabilization of blood sugar levels and the reduction of inflammation in your body. Cumin is another spice that we often use, which helps promote digestion and is a rich source of iron. Finally, cloves are high in antioxidants and contain helpful nutrients such as manganese. We also have an array of ayurvedic cocktails that have an abundance of health benefits! 6. Why did you choose Garden City for your Cranston location? We’re also the owners of Kabob & Curry, Rasa, and Rasoi - all located in Rhode Island (Providence, Pawtucket and East Greenwich), so from a geographical standpoint, Garden City was where we always wanted to open our next location. The center itself is known as a shopping destination and we love the overall atmosphere. Also, we felt as if Cranston didn’t have a restaurant similar to Chaska and wanted to introduce the community to a new array of flavors. 7. Chaska seems to be a very chic, trendy looking restaurant. Tell us about the décor and aesthetic? Thank you for this question! We actually spent a tremendous amount of time on the overall aesthetic of Chaska. We drew inspiration from our own travels to Asia and a lot of the decor has been directly imported from there. For example, our temple bells are from Thailand and the boat towards the bar is from Goa. We also felt as though integrating color was important as Indian cuisine itself is quite vivid. Additionally, the layout of the kitchen was open format from the get-go as we want customers to experience how the food is being prepared, right before their very own eyes. 8. How do you want your patrons to feel while they are dining in your restaurant? How do you want them to feel when they leave? Service and good food are both paramount to us, so we hope that our patrons feel welcomed, comfortable, and completely satisfied with their overall experience. Although Indian food has been around for a bit, we feel as if many individuals still aren’t aware of the depth of the cuisine and hope that Chaska can help educate them to a certain degree. When they leave, we hope they feel inspired enough to come back after consuming delicious dishes, and happy to have found a new dining destination in Rhode Island!
We definitely have a chaska for Chaska.
www.chaska-usa.com Call Chaska at 401-537-7900 to learn about their current options for takeout and delivery, as well as to make reservations for dining in. Shop In RI 9
Stock Up & Save Party Wings
$25.99
10-lbs
Boneless Chicken Breasts $18 10-lbs
$$
Ground Chuck
$22.50
10-lbs
Pork Chops
$17.99
10-lbs
RI Beef & Veal
rhodeislandbeef.com Hours: Mon 7am - 1pm Tue - Sat 7am - 5pm
60 Armento Street, Johnston, RI• 401-232-7220
NEW MENU ITEMS AVAILABLE!
Now Taking Reservations for Inside Seating!
TAKEOUT / DELIVERY / ONLINE ORDERING
www.craftbandb.com 342 East Ave, Pawtucket 401-723-5600
10 Shop In RI
LET PAULY DO THE COOKING!
SUMMER PARTY Stop in for our full menu or visit
www.paulypentasdeli.com
CURBSIDE PICKUP ONLINE ORDERING DELIVERY FOR PARTIES D email your order to: pp@paulypentasdeli.com
401-722-3222
Fax
722-0300
HOURS: Mon - Fri 7am to 6:30 pm Sat 7am to 5:30pm Open on Sundays for Catering!
1290 MINERAL SPRING AVE. NORTH PROVIDENCE
12 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 13
14 Shop In RI
Rhode Island’s Finest Events Venue and Restaurant specializing in: Weddings
Corporate Private events Now Open
Tuesday - Friday 11:00-4:00 for Lunch | Wednesday - Friday 5:00-10 Dinner | Friday Upscale Lounge - 10:00-1:00 Special WaterFire Viewing and Dinner
401.437.6480 | www.skylineatwaterplace.com Shop Shop In RI In 15 RI 15
16 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 17
LET’S HELP EACH OTHER
Veteran and woman owned microbrewery serving traditional and American craft beer.
The small business economy in Rhode Island has been severely affected by Covid-19. As local restaurants, and other establishments spring back to life, they need your help now more than ever. Be mindful to eat and shop local. Businesses on this page are sponsored by other local businesses. Let’s help each other. 75 Main Street Pascoag, RI
www.bravobrewingcompany.com This advertisment sponsored by
THE TACO SHOP
TOGETHER WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS Look Good.
Call For a Free Estimate!
Feel Good. Contempo Hair Design 1290 Mineral Spring Ave. North Providence
(401) 722-4888
Celebrating Over 30 years in business. Accepting new clients. We are OPEN! This This advertisment advertisment isis sponsored sponsored by by
PAULYPENTA’S PENTA’S DELI DELI PAULY
18 18 Shop Shop In In RI RI
www.allstatesealcoating.com Sealcoating • Crack Filling • Line Striping Servicing & CT Celebrating OverRI, 30 MA years in business.
401-826-2999
This advertisment sponsored by
AMAZING SPECIALTIES
THE COVID-19 outbreak has impacted every part of our daily lives. This drastic change has heavily impacted small businesses. YOU CAN MAKE A HUGE IMPACT BY SHOPPING LOCAL!
The Gourmet Express:
Sun thru Sat Open at 11am In Store Shopping, Curbside Pick Up or Delivery
Restaurant Reservation Times:
Sun 1-7pm Tues thru Thu 4-8pm & Fri & Sat 4-9 For Outdoor or Indoor Dining
1357 Hartford Ave, Johnston 401-861-3850 This advertisment sponsored by
LOPCO CONTRACTING
This advertisment sponsored by
RESTIVO’S HEATING & AIR
TOGETHER WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS
Family Owned and Operated
110 Friendship Street, North Providence This advertisment sponsored by
BREWGRINDZ COFFEE
This advertisment sponsored by
ANCHOR FINANCIAL
Shop In RI 19
20 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 21
WE CATER. TO YOU.
22 22 Shop Shop In In RI RI
Sticky Maple Balsamic Glaze
Notes from the Cooker, Traveler, Master Gardener and Serious Sipper of Creative Cocktails
by Al Milukas Al enjoys discovering great food, creative cocktails, and the people who make them. Listen to him on the Paul & Al show, weekdays on 94HJY. For more blogs delivered to your e-mail, sign up at www.livethelive.com.
Ingredients: 5 lbs. pork ribs (I prefer St. Louis-style Berkshire pork) Lawry's Seasoned Salt 1 cup water 1/2 cup maple balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper sauce (I like Frank’s Red Hot)
I had 5 lbs. of beautiful St. Louis-style heritage Berkshire pork ribs thawing in the fridge and wanted to create a new sauce or glaze for them. My food-loving friends, Don and Johanna, showed up at the door with a gift they bought in Maine- a bottle of maple balsamic vinegar. It smelled wonderful...and tasted even better! I knew I had what I was looking for.You can easily make your own maple balsamic vinegar by combining a 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar (not the super-expensive kind, but the $9-abottle kind) with 2 teaspoons of maple syrup. Add more or less maple to your taste.
Directions: Prepare the ribs by removing the inedible skin on the back of the rack. The easiest way to do this is to cut a little "tab" of skin, then pull it with your fingers. Holding the skin with a dry paper towel will help your grip. I cut the racks in half to fit my smoker. Season the ribs lightly on both sides with Lawry's Seasoned Salt and place them into a 240-degree smoker for 4 hours, smoking lightly with hickory wood. In a saucepan over high heat, combine the water, maple balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, onion, garlic, and cayenne pepper sauce. Stir well, and let it come to a boil. Let it reduce by half, leaving it watery. Set aside. After 4 hours, remove the ribs from the smoker, placing them on a sheet of aluminum foil. (I use Reynold's Non-Stick Foil, since the glaze will be sticky.) Brush both sides of the ribs with half of the glaze and place the ribs meat-side-down on the foil before sealing it around the ribs. Place the aluminum foil packets on a baking sheet, then into a pre-heated 250-degree oven. While the ribs are cooking in the oven, turn the heat up on the remaining half of the balsamic glaze in the sauce pan and reduce it until it starts to thicken. Once you reach this stage, turn the heat off and set it aside. Remove the ribs from the oven after 2 hours. Open the foil packets so that the ribs are exposed. Brush the bottom of the ribs (which should be facing up), then flip the ribs over and brush the meaty side. The ribs should be falling off the bone at this point, which means they're ready to serve.
Shop In RI 23
24 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 25
BUNDLE YOUR SERVICES AND SAVE YOUR BUSINESS MONEY
Start saving your business money by bundeling services and use that savings to help grow your business. Call us today and speak to a representative and learn about all the services we offer!
Credit Card Processing Terminals & Software
POS Systems Restaurant & Retail
Payroll Processing & Tax Filing
One Number, One Call For All Your Merchant Services Needs
Credit Card Processing
Mobile Processing
800-527-5395 26 Shop In RI
EMV / ApplePay NFC Solutions
Restaurant & Retail POS Solutions
Payroll Processing
Gift & Loyalty Card Programs
eastcommercesolutions.com
Call Now For Details
351-REST In Massachusetts Call
833-351-REST
Shop In RI 27
28 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 29
FIRST TAN
FREE (new clients only)
Brand New Level 5 Tanning Bed KBL 6800 Alpha
30 Shop In RI
FITNESS TIPS By Stacie Venagro - 2017 World Miss Fitness America Pro I hope that everyone is trying their best to adjust to the “new normal” right now. Some of the restrictions in place have begun to lift, but I think it’s safe to say, we won’t be packing into the gym anytime soon. We can’t let that stop us from getting a good workout in! There are so many options outside of the gym and I’ll be going over a few of those in this article. My hope is that you use this information to not only workout, but to thrive in spite of it all. There are many things that we as individuals cannot control, so we must do our best to let those things go. However, what you can control is how you spend your time and that includes strengthening the mind and body. I’ve gone over some of the many benefits of a regular exercise routine many times and this time is no different. I would say, if anything, this is the most important time to have a workout plan. As we know, exercise helps manage stress, anxiety, depression, etc., so if the current situation has got you feeling a bit down, dust off the yoga mat and get moving! I do not want to hear, “I don’t have any equipment at home” ever again. That excuse is exactly that, an excuse! “But Stacie, it’s been raining out, so I can’t go outside to exercise.” Again, another excuse. Ask yourself these questions: Are you physically able to exercise? Do you have a floor? Do you have, at the very least, 10 minutes to dedicate to a workout? If you answered yes to all of these questions, then you are ready to roll! If you’re working with the bare minimum, HIIT (high intensity interval training) is a great way to really get a good sweat in, while not using up too much of your time. You can do this workout with all body weight exercises, no equipment necessary. If you have a set of dumbbells, a kettlebell, stability ball, resistance bands, or anything else, then you can work those into your routine as well. I will be including a couple of different workouts at the end of this article that include body weight exercises and with weights. Before I give the workouts, I want to add a few other resources that I like to use. If you’re looking for free workouts, “Fitness Blender”on YouTube has an extensive list of workouts. There is a workout listed for any fitness level, time constraints, weights or no weights, low impact, literally anything. Please be sure to check your form to avoid injury. If you are unsure, then modify the exercise. There is nothing “weak” about exercising safely and efficiently. I’m sure there are many other great YouTube fitness channels as well that you can find, just be sure to choose one that matches your fitness level. If you’re looking for something more routine, there are many apps that you can use, however, keep in mind, most of them usually have some sort of monthly fee. Do whatever works best for you. I can’t stress enough how important it is to maintain a healthy workout regimen right now. We might not be able to get together for group workouts but that doesn’t mean we can’t support each other! Get some friends together for a video call and do a workout together. Have an accountability partner to keep you motivated. It’s so easy to skip the workout, especially when you’re at home and there’s no one there to push you. Find what motivates you and remind yourself when you’re feeling like you want to quit. Overall, take care of your body & mind. I promise, it is so rewarding.
Workout With No Equipment Needed HIIT 30 second intervals, 15 seconds rest between. Repeat as many times as you can. Take 1 minute rest before starting over. Jumping jacks Squats Plank mountain climbers Plie squats High knees Push ups Alternating lunges Plank hold Plank with alternating shoulder taps Russian twists Leg raises HYDRATE!! Workout with weights Repeat the entire workout 3 times, taking at least 1 minutes rest before starting over. Start with weights that are challenging, but can be done with proper form. Warmup: you only need to do this once. 25 jumping jacks 20 squats 15 each side arm circles 5 burpees Workout: 10 squat w/ shoulder press 12 bicep curls 15 plank knee taps (while in plank touch knees to floor and lift right back into plank) 10 each side lateral lunges 25 weighted squat pulses 40 front kicks (20 each side) 12 bent over rows 12 rear flies 12 dead lifts
Stacie Venagro Fitness 161 Macklin Street Cranston, RI Shop In RI 31
Staying Fit During the Coronavirus By Susan Gazerro This is deďŹ nitely not life as we have known it. So much has changed so fast. There is much we cannot control, but in the last three months, we have hopefully learned that we can control taking care of our own emotional and physical states. Exercising is just as crucial for mental health as it is for physical health. I believe that this is even more true now, at a time when some of us still feel we need to be in lockdown, while some of us are starting to venture out. We can go to restaurants, with restrictions. I know that some of you are still not feeling comfortable f bl going i out. We are being reminded of the potential risks of engaging in large events. We can go shopping, but again, with restrictions. So many of us are not doing anymore than we need to do to get through the days, the weeks and the months. Now, more than any other time, you can take care of you. Gyms are open, but with restrictions.
Curtsy squat left leg behind right (low and leg as far back as you can take it) take left leg out to a wide squat. Pushups (reg. on knees or hands wide past shoulders).
With that said, I am going to share with you some home exercise programs you can do to keep your mental and physical self in shape. You do not need equipment. Great if you have it, but if you don’t, all you need is a mat or towel, some water and a great attitude.
Lunge back left leg, arms above chest hands interlocked, (you can hold light weight) twist left, bring arms forward, come up.
Repeat each exercise 20 times.
Lunge back right leg, arms above chest hands interlocked, (you can hold light weight) twist right, bring arms forward, come up.
- Right lunges right right knee up when you come back in. Left lunges left knee up when you come back in. Feet, shoulder width apart, squat arms over head, elbow or bicep to ear (use light weights if you have them). Curtsy squat right leg behind left (low and leg as far back as you can take it) take right leg out to a wide squat. 32 Shop In RI
Curtsy, right leg behind left kick out right. Curtsy, left leg behind right kick out left. Lay on left hip. Lean back slightly on left buttocks. Lay on left forearm. Bring both or top leg in (knees bent 90degrees) bring right elbow to knee(s). Lay on right hip. Lean back slightly on right buttocks. Lay on right forearm. Bring both or top leg
There are so many things you can do to keep moving: Jumping jacks, pushups, burpees, squats, jog in place, etc. What’s good is that it’s summertime. The weather is nice. Take a walk outside. Move about as much as you can. I am aware that with all that’s happening, exercise may be the last thing on your mind, but I cannot express enough how continued movement is vital for your sanity and physical health. My personal belief and feelings are: The COVID-19 debacle affected the world for the purpose of a much needed reset. It’s the cycle of the universe. Our planet was/is being forced to change or shut down. We are all being put into a “timeout” to take a break from the chaos and selfishness we’ve been living. What’s important has been put aside or forgotten. Only when we realize this, can we truly be part of the solution. We are being guided or should I say forced to join together with compassion and kindness,while following the guidance of experts, as we all lend a helping hand to heal the planet and each other.
in (knees bent 90degrees) bring left elbow to knee(s). Lay all the way down on your back. Hands under buttocks. Straight leg alternate kicks up as high as you can. The leg that is lowered, do not drop, try to keep elevated. On 20, hold one leg up. Bring hands to sneaker. Pulse up for 20. Shoulders are elevated. Repeat 20 Flutter Kicks. Hold opposite leg up and pulse with hands at sneakers. Plank (a perfect plank is butt slightly above the hips, shoulders aligned over shoulders. Do not arch back and do not have butt too high). Hold for four seconds, take it to down dog. Touch opposite hand to opposite knee, one time, return to plank. Repeat 10x.
Thoughts for the day... “When you feel like God is pushing you to the edge of difficulty, trust Him fully. This is when one of two things will happen. He will either catch you, or He will teach you how to fly.” Always have faith. Always remain positive and do not stress. There is a reason for everything. This too shall pass and this too shall teach a lesson. Something beautiful will come out of this. One of my favorite quotes is:
“What the caterpillar calls the end of life, the master calls a butterfly.” Something beautiful came out of what seemed to be the end. “The greater the difficulty, the more glory in surmounting it.” “Skillful pilots gain their reputation from storms and tempests.” “Something good always comes from something bad. Something beautiful always comes from something sad.” Shop In RI 33
12
Confused? Extendedd Care Healthh Care rance Life Insu
Things You Didn’t Know
Steven M. Gosetti, CLTC Insurance Agent
Q:
What is an annuity?
A: An annuity is an insurance product designed to provide you with income during your retirement. Annuities can be set up as immediate or deferred. With an immediate annuity, you give a lump sum to the insurance company in exchange for a monthly income for life; a certain time frame; or both. With a deferred annuity, your lump sum will grow tax-deferred until you withdraw funds or annuitize it to create a stream of income. Annuities can be either variable or fixed, which determines how the annuity grows over time. In some cases, fees may apply. An annuity can be a great source of retirement income and is one of a few products that can guarantee income for as long as you live, even if the value of the account has gone to zero. Talk to a qualified licensed insurance professional regarding your specific needs. Q: I was looking into the possibility of purchasing life insurance, but I was wondering if I would be better off just saving the money instead. What are your thoughts about this? A: Keep in mind that purchasing life insurance is to help take care of a need and secure your family’s financial future. Usually it’s purchased to help pay for debt, replace income, pay for education, etc. upon your passing. Saving the money, yourself may not do that in the timeframe needed and, therefore, the funds may not be adequate to cover your family’s needs. If life insurance is purchased at a younger age, you will most likely not pay into the policy what your beneficiary will get in return upon your passing. If you choose to save the money, how long will it take to save up to same level of value that life insurance offers immediately upon purchase? With life insurance you can cover your family’s needs and secure their financial future. Feel free to send me your questions or contact me at:
Steven M. Gosetti, CLTC Insurance Agent 401-287-0674 steven.gosetti@bankerslife.com
475 Kilvert Street Ste. 210 Blgd. A Warwick, RI 02886
Policies subject to state availability and may vary by state. Bankers Life is the marketing brand of Bankers Life and Casualty Company, Medicare Supplement insurance policies sold by Colonial Penn Life Insurance Company and select policies sold in New York by Bankers Conseco Life Insurance Company (BCLIC). BCLIC is authorized to sell insurance in New York. Insurers and their representatives are not permitted by law to offer tax or legal advice. The general and educational information here supports the sales, marketing or service of insurance policies. Based upon individuals’ particular circumstances and objectives, they should seek specific advice from their own qualified and duly-licensed independent tax or legal advisors.
34 Shop In RI
1. Mosquitos are weak fliers that can only reach speeds of about 1 mph. A breeze from a small electric fan is strong enough to keep them away. 2. 30 to 40 minutes of running for five days a week can decrease cellular aging by nine years. 3. Since jellyfish are about 98% water, they will mostly evaporate if exposed to the sun for too long. 4. Christian Spurling, one of the men responsible for the most famous photo of the Loch Ness Monster, confessed to it being fake on his deathbed at the age of 93. 5. The first all-electronic television was invented by Philo Farnsworth. He came up with the idea at the age of 14. 6. Every time you learn a new fact, your brain changes. It’s called neuroplasticity. 7. Bob Marley gave a credit on “No Woman, No Cry” to one of his friends who ran a soup kitchen, to ensure the royalty checks would keep it open. 8. Strawberries belong to the same plant family as roses. 9. An estimated 31 million Americans skip breakfast every day. 10. Experts recommend that the average person only shampoo their hair 2 to 3 times a week. 11. Being sleep deprived for more than 24 hours can cause you to experience visual, auditory and sensory hallucinations. The longer you stay awake, the more you progress towards psychosis. 12. For nearly twenty years, the launch code for all U.S. Minuteman nuclear missiles was ‘00000000.’
Shop In RI 35
CAPILLUSRX FOR YOUR THINNING HAIR “ For more than 33 years, I have been taking care of men and women with hair loss. Today’s technology, with the CapillusRx laser cap, allows you to stop progression of your thinning hair and to regrow
”
your hair at home in just six minutes per day!
CAPILLUSRX BENEFITS TS
Dr. Robert Leonard
ontinued Miniaturization • Stops Progression of Continued
Founder
dividuals (Thinning) in 90% of Individuals
• Regrows Miniaturized Hairs in 60% of People • Simple and convenient home-use utes a day • Treatment is just 6 minutes • No known adverse sidee effects • Only available through Capillus
Leonard Hair Transplant Associates
Director Hair Health Institute
Director New England Cosmetics The trusted authority in non-surgical hair restoration
Authorized Physicians
Hair Health I
N
S
T
I
T
U
T
E
• Unquestionable non-surgical hair loss treatment expertise
• Understanding coupled with caring solutions for your hair concerns
• Superlative personal customer service
VISIT NECOSMETIC.COM | CALL 401.922.2100 | E: LASERHAIRDR@GMAIL.COM 54 ShopInRI
36 Shop In RI
To All Our Valued Customers... As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, we want to assure you that the East Commerce Solutions Inc. team is here to continue to support your business during these uncertain times. We remain fully staffed, operational and committed to providing your business with the highest levels of service and support while we work though these unique challenges as a business community, together. In order to mitigate the uncertainty of today’s business conditions, please be advised we offer the following services to your business as your payment partner.
• Credit Card processing: Accept alternative forms of payments other than cash to accept payment over the phone or in person.
• Wireless Processing terminals: Accept payments right at your customers home or business location.
• Cash Advance: If your business cash flow is being negatively impacted, we offer short term cash advance programs as an infusion of working capital to maintain cash flow and solidify your business.
• On-line Ordering: Accept orders and payments right on your website or allow your customers to pay for products and services on line.
Cash Registers, Point of Sale Hardware, Software and Supplies. You are all in our thoughts during this time. We truly appreciate your business and are here to help. We will continue to provide the high quality customer support and service to you, our valued customer. Sincerely, cerely,
Ed Medeiros M d i CEO East Commerce Solutions Inc.
You can now visit our web site and use our new chat feature to speak directly to a representative or call us today!
One Number, One Call For All Your Merchant Services Needs
Credit Card Processing
800.527.5395
Mobile Processing
EMV / ApplePay NFC Solutions
Restaurant & Retail POS Solutions
Payroll Processing
Gift & Loyalty Card Programs
eastcommercesolutions.com Shop In RI 37
38 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 39
40 Shop In RI
Shop ShopIn InRI RI41 41
42 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 43
44 44 Shop Shop In In RI RI
Shop In RI 45
46 Shop In RI 46 Shop In RI
NORTH
E ASTERN
T REE S ERVICE, I NC.
401-941-7204
Shop In RI 47 Shop In RI 47
1011 SMITH STREET, PROVIDENCE, RI
PERSONAL INJURY AUTO ACCIDENTS WORKERS COMPENSATION DUI / TRAFFIC OFFENSES SOCIAL SECURITY CRIMINAL LAW IMMIGRATION ROBERT V. RUSSO, ESQ.
SULAY MARTINEZ
ATTORNEY AT LAW
OFFICE MANAGER
DIVORCE
401-751-6100
RobertRusso@lombardirusso.com
YOU DON’T PAY ME - UNLESS I PAY YOU! 48 p In 48 Shop Shop In RI RI
Se Habla Español
Ask An Expert
When Should You Replace Your Front Door? My name is Tom Lopatosky. I’m the President of LOPCO Contracting (www. LopcoContracting.com) & I’m honored to have the opportunity to talk to you about home improvement on a monthly basis. I love answering your questions! Please send them to tom@LopcoContracting. com or call 401-270-2664. Thanks in advance for taking the time to read this column! Whether it is your front door, or any other exterior-facing entry door of your home, there is typically a “useful” life component attached to any type of question as to how long one of these should last, before needing to be replaced. There are a variety of factors that play into when it makes the most sense to look at replacing an entry door. One area of focus could be whether it seems like you are losing energy through the door. Whether it is heat in the winter time or cool air in the summertime, most folks would prefer the energy to stay within their household and not release it into the neighborhood if at all possible. Do you notice any major warpedness or deconfiguration with the door? Although it is not necessarily unusual for doors to change their original form over a period of time, there certainly is such a thing as “too much” of a shape change. Rotted beyond repair door rot is also one of the easiest ways to recognize that your door needs to be replaced. I am not referring to the trim around the door, as usually the trim can fairly easily be changed out if ever necessary. I am instead referring to either the door itself, or, what most commonly happens, the exterior-facing portion of the door jamb (which is the side of the door frame that the door runs into perpendicularly). The rotted door jamb conversation often gets me into, what I consider, a losing-battle discussion with highly capable Master Carpenters, who plead with me that the rot in the jamb can be surgically removed and a new piece of wood installed in place of the rot. Technically, they are correct. My mentality, however, is that when the jamb starts to go, the door is “toast.” With the door products that are available on the market today, fortunately or unfortunately (depending on how you look at it), it is more cost-efficient to pay for a new door and change it out than it would be to buy some time by repairing the old jamb which, in my mind, is only tem-
porarily delaying the inevitable. The exception to this would be a really “solid” older door where you simply would not be able to replace it with what is on the market today. The age old saying, “They don’t make them like they used to,” is highly applicable in having a dialogue about door replacement. As an example, a solid wood door made 50 years ago will be light years ahead in terms of durability, in comparison to anything that most consider reasonably priced on today’s market. The reasons for this are a combination of the raw doormaking materials not being as readily available in the modern world, along with the fact that it is nearly impossible for manufacturers to produce these doors in a manner that would allow them to sufficiently sell them to consumers at a volume which would make it worth it for them to do so. Although it is difficult to pinpoint the exact moment of when it is best to change an exterior entry door out, there are absolutely various signs that one can rely on which help determine when it might be time to do so, subsequent to any LARGER issues developing that extend outside of the door in question.
About Tom Lopatosky Tom Lopatosky has run his own carpentry and painting business in Providence since 1995; LOPCO Contracting – the “Personable, Particular Professionals” – specializes in carpentry and exterior & interior painting. Recently LOPCO Contracting was named ‘RI’s Finest Painting Contracting Company’ by ShopInRI Magazine. In 2013, Tom was named “Humanitarian of the Year” by the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA) and a “40 Under 40” award winner by Providence Business News. He is a member of both the PDCA and RIBA (Rhode Island Builders Association). Tom has weekly ‘Home Improvement Tips’ that air on the radio on 630 WPRO AM (during the weekday morning news) and on television on WPRI 12 (during the Saturday morning news). ShopIn InRI RI49 49 Shop
What’s Up With That? 11 of the 12 men who walked on the moon were Boy Scouts. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? Oklahoma’s official state vegetable is the watermelon. Watermelons are fruits. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? The more pictures you take during an event or moment, the less you remember it. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? The Jack Daniels company gives employees a free bottle of Jack on the first payday of each month. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? A magnitude 15 earthquake would destroy Earth. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? The unique smell of Crayola crayons comes from stearic acid, a derivative of beef fat. In a 1982 study conducted by Yale University, Crayola crayons were among the top 20 most frequently identified scents. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? Mr. Rogers never threw away a single letter or drawing that a child mailed to him. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? Abraham Lincoln, Walt Disney, Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Henry Ford, Thomas Edison & Steve Jobs all had no college degree. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? Cats spend so much of their time sleeping that by the age of 9, they will have only been awake for about 3 years. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? Consuming dark chocolate (with high flavanol content) can improve memory and other cognitive functions, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition WHAT’S UP WITH THAT? 50 Shop In RI
With warm weather here, many find themselves craving sunshine and they want to surround themselves with green! Can you blame them? Plants not only bring a room together nicely, but plants also clean the air and make for healthier living. They also make a perfect gift! Jordan’s Jungle makes shopping easy this Summer! Our knowledgable and friendly staff can help you pick out that perfect gift or whats right for you.
See our Facebook for summer hours and sales
Temporarily open for Curbside Pickup Only! Nestled in a historic mill building in Pawtucket RI, Jordan’s Jungle is a 4,000 sq. ft tropical getaway! Specializing in tropical, exotic and hard to find houseplants, 150 varities of Tillandsia (Air Plants) and tons of Bromeliads, Cactus, and Succulents! From little terrarium plants to 8 foot tall floor plants, we have it all!
Shop In RI 51
Creative financial plans designed with, and around, you.
Ed Pontarelli, APMA®, CRPC® Financial Advisor, Managing Director 401.824.2532 ed.pontarelli@ampf.com ameripriseadvisors.com/ beacon-point-wealth-advisors Carrie A. McPherson, CRPS®, CDFA® Financial Advisor 401.824.2557 carrie.mcpherson@ampf.com BeaconPoint Wealth Advisors A financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 1 Citizens Plaza, Ste 610 Providence, RI 02903
Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment advisor. © 2020 Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
52 52Shop ShopIn InRI RI
Keeping Your Business Going in These Difficult Times The economic shutdown that we’ve endured as a nation as we attempt to combat COVID-19 has created significant challenges for small business owners. Even those that were thriving before the crisis are not immune to the effects of a sustained closure or limitation on how they operate. If you’re among the millions of American small business owners worried about being able to pay your bills – or even stay in business – during this challenging period, you’re likely wondering how assistance from the U.S. government can help. Here is information on three programs that may be available to you, depending on your circumstances:
#1 – The Paycheck Protection Program This was a major element of the fiscal stimulus act passed by Congress, designed to help small businesses. You can apply through a bank for a government loan to help keep your business operating. If the funds are used to cover payroll costs and other necessary expenses like rent and utilities, the loan may be forgiven in part or entirely. This program works best if you are still able to keep your business operating and some of your staff employed. If you’ve been forced to shut down completely and laid off your workforce without a clear idea of when you can be up and running again, it may prove less beneficial. Congress has added more funding for the program, but the demand for loans among businesses is strong, and to date only a finite amount of dollars are available.
#2 – Employee Retention Credit If you have continued to pay wages to employees even through your business income declined significantly compared to last year, you may be eligible for the Employee Retention Credit. You qualify if your business was fully or partially suspended by the government due to COVID-19 during a calendar quarter, or if your gross receipts are below 50 percent of what you earned in a comparable quarter last year. The credit equals 50 percent of qualifying wages paid up to $10,000 per employee, beginning for wages paid after March 12, 2020 and before January 1, 2021. Be sure to consult with your tax advisor to find out if you qualify.
#3 – Social Security Tax Deferral If cash flow is an issue, you can defer deposits of the employer’s share of Social Security payroll taxes or, if you are selfemployed, a portion of self-employment taxes. Deferred tax payments apply to payroll effective March 27, 2020 and ending December 31, 2020. Deposit of the 6.2% employer share of Social Security tax due can be deferred. 50% of the deferred tax payments will be due on December 31, 2021, with the remaining half due December 31, 2022. Be sure to consult with your tax advisor.
Take time to assess where you stand Government programs can only go so far in helping to keep your business viable. Carefully assess factors such as your available resources, access to lines of credit through your lending institution, and ways to adjust your business for the environment that likely lies ahead. It also pays to talk to your financial advisor about whether your personal financial plan needs to be adjusted to account for what may be changing circumstances for your business. This is clearly a time for review and action to keep your business and your personal financial life on track. Edward Pontarelli Jr, APMA®, CRPC® is a Financial Advisor and Managing Director with Beacon Point Wealth Advisors a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in Providence, RI. He specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 20 years. Please contact him at https://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/team/beacon-pointwealth-advisors or (401)824-2532, 1 Citizens Plaza Ste 610 Providence, RI 02903. Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment adviser. Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2019 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved.
Shop In RI 53
54 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 55
56 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 57
617.304.9694 | info@pix-ls.com | Pix-Ls.com
HAND SANITIZER & FACE MASKS AVAILABLE!
58 Shop In RI
SILLY LAWS
1 out of every 8 Americans have been employed by McDonald’s at some point. Apple has more money than the U.S. Treasury.
In Texas, the law states that any two individuals who feel the need to fight can consent to mutual combat through a signed or even implied agreement, but they can only use their fists.
In Montana, cows out number people 3 to 1.
In France it’s illegal to name your pig Napoleon.
Though most Americans speak English, we have no official national language.
In Denmark, if a person finds a lost child, they can claim the child as their own if a parent does not turn up within 2 hours.
Medical errors are the 6th leading cause of death in the US. Virginia has birthed more presidents than any other state. 27% of Americans don’t believe we landed on the moon. If you have $10 in your pocket and no debt, you are wealthier than 25% of Americans. 100 acres of pizza are served in the US every day. Americans spend roughly 4.4 years of their life at each of their jobs. The Library of Congress is keeping an archive of every tweet ever tweeted. 22 million chickens are consumed in the US every day. 1 out every 3 Americans is obese. The White Horse Tavern in Rhode Island was built in 1673 and is the oldest operating tavern in the United States.
Any man carrying onions in Paris must be given right of way in the streets. In Russia it is illegal to say any sentence containing more than 4 words in English. During Sweden’s long hours of winter darkness, it is illegal to complain that you wish it were sunny. If someone knocks on your door in Scotland and requests the use of your toilet, you must allow them access. Noisy sandals are forbidden on the Isle of Capri, Italy. It is illegal to fly over or land flying saucers in the southern French town of Chateauneuf-du-Pape. This odd anti-UFO legislation has gained the town international popularity. In Switzerland it is illegal to flush the toilet after 10pm, if you live in an apartment. In Finland, your traffic fine is calculated according to your income.
Shop In RI 59
60 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 61
62 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 63
64 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 65
STANLEY TREE SERVICE INC • RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • MUNICIPAL Your Local Tree Professionals Since 1986
Free estimate provided by a licensed arborist. Fully insured. High Quality Work At Reasonable Rates
24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
• Tree Removal • Ornamental and Corrective Pruning • Stump Grinding • Crane Services • Planting • Plant Health Care • Tick & Mosquito Control • Lawn Health Care
401-231-TREE STANLEYTREE.COM
66 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 67
GENTRY MOVING, STORAGE & OFFICE INSTALLATION By Mark Berger | Photos By: Pixeles Digital Productions Before the pandemic, the state operated business under normal circumstances. Once mid-March hit with Covid-19 and its subsequent swift reaction to the virus, business leaders had to adjust to the new reality. Some companies made changes, while other companies had a hard time adjusting their businesses to the new directives related to coronavirus. As the state started restricting businesses as to how they could operate, some had to close down, while other businesses found themselves considered “essential” during this time of uncertainty.
Soave Crum, whose smiling face can be seen on their fleet of moving trucks and vehicles, said the influx of sudden business proved to be challenging.
Essential companies such as Gentry Moving and Storage, located at 1425 Cranston Street in Cranston, didn’t have time to think about a new business strategy. As the area schools and other companies began to shut down, Gentry President Christine Soave Crum found her company being called in to assist in the moves of local college students who were suddenly forced to leave campus and return home. That came in addition to their normal workload of moving commercial, residential and other clients anywhere from across the street to up and down the eastern seaboard, from Maine to Florida.
Gentry Moving continued to work amid the pandemic. Everyday, there were new directives from the President and our Governor, and Soave Crum and her employees followed along for the safety of their clients and each other. Movers are using gloves & facemasks. The trucks are cleaned and sanitized. The interaction with the client is as respectful and careful as possible, being mindful of social distancing, to avoid potential unnecessary contact or contamination.
68 Shop In RI
“We had to act quickly to get as many students out of their dorms or apartments with very little prep or lead time for us to prepare,” said Soave Crum. “We came together, got the trucks and men ready, and aided colleges and universities such as Brown in the logistics of moving out their students over the course of three days at the end of March. We got it done.”
She said they are careful as a matter of principal. With this pandemic wrinkle, it
simply heightened everyone’s awareness of the situation. “The health and well being of my employees and our clients is what matters most to me. We have been in business for 15 years. We treat each piece of furniture as if it were our own, and it shows in our long standing reputation of great service, from start to finish,” Soave Crum said. He continued “There are enough stories out there of moving fails and things that get broken or damaged during a move. Accidents do occasionally occur, but we do everything possible to avoid that from happening. We are hoping to change the client’s move experience into a positive one, every time.” Speaking of moving fails, Soave Crum stresses to clients to please do their homework on a moving company BEFORE Hiring them. She gets upset when she hears horror stories from people—clients who were dissatisfied with other moving companies—either because they didn’t show up when scheduled, the move price changed drastically by end of the move, or even damaged goods that never get reimbursed to the client. There are many
issues that can turn any move into a disaster if you are not careful, she added. Soave Crum said much of that can be avoided by learning what you can about the mover you are considering (checking their website, reviews, checking to see if they are licensed and insured, etc.). A consumer should always be well educated so they can chose the best company for their needs. Soave Crum said her Move Managers ask many questions during the booking process, too. “Gentry wants to have as much information from the customer as possible so we know how to staff the move properly.” she said. “Moving day will be stressful enough without adding any ‘last minute surprises’ into the mix. Careful planning Helps us give our clients the best move possible.” When Soave Crum is not being seen on trucks across Rhode Island and beyond, she is active with helping several nonprofit organizations and fundraising with them, such as the RI ABLTC, Elves for Elders, and North West Cheer. Gentry Moving and Storage has always prided itself on giving back to the community that has been so welcoming to them. Last fall, Gentry was the home to the Second Annual Charity Cornhole Tournament, which was organized to raise money for TLC4LTC, a group that helps grant wishes to Local seniors. The location turned out to be a last-minute change because inclement weather forced the move away from its original venue. Gentry Moving and Storage was quick to offer their building and lot. Within an hour, they transformed their warehousing area into a place of fun and celebration. That event not only raised awareness for the nonprofit, but it also highlighted Soave Crum and her company’s willingness to help the community, no matter what it took. Additionally, Soave Crum can be seen at various networking events, including NRI Finest in Networking and North West Links, which she Co-Chairs, and leads monthly for Senior Care Providers in Rhode Island. They are a two-time First Place Providence Journal Readers Choice Award winner (2018 and 2019). They also earned the distinction as “Southern New England’s Best Moving Company. They have made it into the Top 3 for 2020, but COVID-19 has put the results on hold temporarily. Gentry Moving is family owned and operated in Cranston, RI. If you were to combine her staff expertise in the moving field, you would find they collectively have more than five decades of experience in moving industry. Under their professional management, Gentry Moving has become one of the premiere moving businesses in New England. They even have a specialty leg of the company to share with the community called SENIORS-ON-THE-MOVE, where they help seniors who are downsizing and moving into smaller homes, in-law apartments, or senior communities in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Gentry always offers a free, no obligation estimate for moves, both big and small. They also offer a host of other services, including full packing of clients homes, sale of boxes and materials, and short term/ extended storage options. For more information, please vist gentrymoving.com Or, call them 855-GENTRY9 (436-8799). Also, check them out on
toll-free at Facebook.
Shop In RI 69
Selected Finest IT Security Company 2018
Who's Keeping YOU safe? SecurityRI.com is thebtrusted leader in bsecurityb
Network Security
for overb35 years,b delivering unsurpassedb
Cyber Security
security solutions to businesses throughoutbbb
Preventative Maintenance
New England.b Their priority isbprotectingbclients,
Intrusion Protection
people, property and profits, while operating
Managed Services
LIVEb24/7/365 with anbapproach that is simple;bbb
Data Storage
to learn your business and what matters to your
Surveillance Systems
company, not just for today, but for the future.
Access Control Security Guards
SECURITYRI.COM 70 Shop In RI
401-231-8130
IT Training
Our new home is now 475 George Washington Highway, SmithďŹ eld RI Shop In RI 71
72 72 Shop Shop In In RI RI
Shop Shop In In RI RI 73 73
Cars Trucks SUV’s Boats Motorcycles Planes Helicopters Police / Fire & Commercial & Military Discounts Fleet Accounts
Established in RI 1988 BBB Accredited
Ceramic Coating: igl coatings certified
401-467-6585 / SunshineAutodc.com 24 Carman Street, Cranston
74 Shop In RI
EAST GREENWICH
2545 S County Trail East Greenwich, RI 02818
401-884-4000
Go Further
NARRAGANSETT
21 Woodruff Avenue Narragansett, RI 02882
401-515-2700
FloodAuto.com Shop In RI 75
76 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 77
78 Shop In RI
7-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE FLEXIBLE FINANCING BEST SELECTION IN THE MARKET
TASCA.COM puts our dealership at YOUR ямБngertips
Shop In RI 79
80 Shop In RI
Shop In RI 81
82 Shop In RI
www.route6automall.com
508-837-6536
1049 Grand Army of the Republic Hwy, Swansea MA
BRING HOME $350/WEEK?
GET $30,000 IN CREDIT! UP TO
2020 KIA SPORTAGE
$20,734 OR $126 / MO
$23,093
2020 KIA OPTIMA LX
$18,158 OR $108 / MO
2020 KIA SORENTO LX FWD
2020 KIA SOUL LX
$16,843 OR $136 / MO
$155 / MO
2020 KIA FORTE LXS
$16,965 OR $91 / MO
Disclaimer: Must qualify for all Incentives and rebates to dealer. Must finance with dealer. All leases 39 Months, 10,000 Miles/year with $1,999 Due at lease signing plus lease acquisition, registration, title, documentation fee and first payment. Offers expire 7/31/2020. Shop In RI 83
TIRED OF BEING QUARANTINED IN YOUR LANDLORDS HOUSE? OR READY TO UPGRADE YOUR EXISTING HOME?
THE TIME IS NOW! WITH RATES AT HISTORIC LOWS, THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO BUY OR REFINANCE!
BUY WITH NO MONEY DOWN!
Apply online today at www.anchorямБnancial.com 1 Lonsdale Avenue Pawtucket RI 02860
401-495-3100
NMLS 2471 Text 401-258-6935