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Features - March 2018 2 - Travel Tips 3- Front Page 4- National News 5- World News 8-9 The Burgundian 12-13 Extraordinary Empenadas 16 Reuben Soup Recipe 19 Supreme Pasteria Easter Pie Recipe 20-21 St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Crawl 24 Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe 27 Taste of RI Event Scheduled 30-31 Simply Serasi Creating Memories
35 Today’s Magical Hair Care Products 37 Exercise Isn’t For Vanity Anymore
60-61 Rocket to Mars 66-67 Celebrate Easter with an Eggstravaganza
39 Workout Options From Your Fingertips
69 Suit Yourself at Franklin Rogers
40-41 Importance of Physical & Mental Health
70 Owning Pets Help You Live Longer?
45-47 RI Home Show 2018 50 St. Patrick’s Day History & Facts 51 St. Joseph’s Day History & Facts 53 Step by Step Home Relocation Guide 55 Ask an Expert Selling Your Home 56 Movie Review Black Panther
74 18th Season for Granite Theatre / Westerly 74 State the Facts 78-79 Spring Training Experience in Ft. Myers 84 12 Things You Didn’t Know 89 New England Truck Solutions - NE’s Only Hino Dealer
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If you lose your passport but have a photocopy, along with your license and other forms of ID your chances of making it back home from overseas increase dramatically. It's no sure thing but it's better than nothing. 4. Enquire about the price BEFORE You Take Public Transportation This is a lesson you don't want to learn the hard way. Certain places will take advantage of tourists who don't ask questions. 5. Alert Your Bank and Credit Card Company of Your Travel Plans This is a great habit to get into if you don’t want your credit card company or bank to put a hold on your card while you are overseas. 6. Put Your Room Number & Hotel Address in Your Phone All those hallways look the same. Forget which one is yours? 2 ShopInRI
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RI Native - Doris Burke Heading to the Hall of Fame Doris Burke, the recipient of the Hall’s Curt Gowdy award for electronic media. It’s a well deserved honor for a trailblazer and role model who this season became the first woman to hold the job of fulltime NBA color analyst. To hear Burke tell it, though, that she wound up in the job at all is a happy accident. “I fell into this. I thought I would be a high school teacher and coach,” Burke said fighting back tears and thanking a stream of well-wishers. “I started my career as an assistant basketball coach and wanted to have children and be a stay-at-home mom. I thought, Division I coaching and being a mom is sort of mutually exclusive, so I happened into the business.” Starting her career as a radio analyst for Providence College, her alma mater where she still holds the school record in career assists, she moved on to breaking down New York Liberty WNBA games. She has served as a game analyst for ESPN and ABC since 1991, eventually becoming a household name for basketball fans across the country for her work on ESPN’s NBA broadcasts. Working as both the network’s lead sideline reporter and an astute analyst, she earned widespread acclaim for her knowledge and dedication to the job. Somehow, though, Burke is still scared by public speaking. “It’s almost comical when I think about where my career started, and where it’s now ended up,” Burke said. “To be honest with you, when I was a kid, and even through college, public
speaking terrified me. It still terrifies me.
“When I am on the air, I never think of it as, ‘Oh, millions of people could actually be watching this basketball game.’ Because if I ever thought of it in that context, I would freak out. When I public speak, for two or three days before I’ll get nervous. And my kids will say, “You speak in front of millions of people!’ And I say, ‘I don’t conceptualize it like that.”
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What's next for Uno? Dos, of course. Mattel is launching the new card game Dos next month in hopes of giving its nearly 50-yearold Uno brand a second life, per the AP. Dos has similar rules as Uno, except players make two piles of cards and can throw down two cards at a time instead of one. It comes as Mattel tries to turn its business around, mainly by updating classic brands, such as Barbie dolls and Hot Wheels cars. The toy maker's revenue fell 11% last year, hurt by the bankruptcy filing of Toys R Us and the changing tastes of kids, who are increasingly reaching for a tablet instead of a toy. Uno, however, was a bright spot, with sales up 12% from the year before.
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Sammarco, whose report stated there were no signs of torture on Warmbier’s body, said he had apparently been well cared for during the year or more he was bedridden, the AP reports. Sammarco said she decided to speak to the press after Warmbier’s parents told national media he had been tortured and “destroyed,” the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. She said a forensic dentist found no damage to the 22-year-old’s teeth, which father Fred Warmbier said looked like they had been rearranged with pliers. “They’re grieving parents. I can’t really make comments on their perceptions,” she said.
Karon Grieve had not just the seat next to her empty on her trip from Glasgow to the Greek island of Crete—and not even just both seats next to her. Every other seat on the Jet2 plane was empty, meaning there The ancient Egyptian mummy has been a were 188 empty seats. favorite attraction at the British Museum since it was discovered a century ago in A French tourist is being When Grieve checked in for the Gebelein, but only keen-eyed passers-by praised for saving a busload of The death Otto Warmbier mystery flight andofasked how manyis apeople would've wondered at the dark smudges on fellow passengers from “catasand itscheduled will probably that way unless were to bestay on board, a staffthe male's upper arm. Turns out, they were trophe” after the driver passed somebody from North Koreawould comesbe forer at the desk told her there out. The bus was on a winding worth ward noticing. 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COMING SOON
The Burgundian is set to take the food truck craze to a whole new level!
The Burgundian By Jenn Lombari
Shane Matlock found his calling while in the army and stationed on the border of France and Belgium. For three years, he would visit the local market every Sunday to indulge in some very special waffles made by a French man by the name of Bernard. He was hooked! Matlock knew he wanted to eventually start his own business but he wanted to do something fun and fresh. Something that would be a big hit and that 8 ShopInRI
no one else was doing in Rhode Island. He looked around at the landscape of trends and he was looking for his launch pad product. What was unique? What was he passionate about? WAFFLES! No one else in the area was doing this and he was familiar with the food and knew what he could do with it to make it his own. What better way to learn about it than to be right where it originated and learn about its process from the experienced bakers.
met with a Belgian baker, Jean Pierre, who had been making them for over 40 years. In May of 2017, he started working on his recipe at Hope & Main in Warren, RI. Once permits and a perfect recipe were in place, he was ready to sell to the public. His first public appearance was June 24, 2017 at the Attleboro Farmers Market.
A recipe had to be perfected. Matlock
First, the business is called The Burgun-
W H AT ’ S T H E R E S TA U R A N T CALLED AND WHERE IS IT?
dian. A Burgundian is defined as someone who loves food in both quality and quantity. It’s also a way to interact with community through food. Where is it located? Follow The Burgundian on Facebook and check the events schedule for updates about pop-ups at local, breweries, coffee shops and farmers markets. This is a way for Matlock to work with different businesses and to use their products in specials that he creates. It’s also a way to get to a different demographic at each stop. Pop-ups have been at Borealis Coffee Roaster, PVDoughnuts, Pantry at Avenue N, Rebelle Bagel, Stock Culinary Goods, West Elm, The Guild, Proclamation, both winter and summer farmers markets and will continue to do pop-ups at many of the same.
There is also The Sweet Rhody that incorporates four local businesses into one recipe:
love for Matlock. He’s getting people hooked on his food and he’s nowhere near being settled.
WHAT’S ON THE MENU?
1.The Burgundian Waffle
Liege waffles are a dough based waffle. The dough is prepared and left to rise over night, so it’s a two day process, with the key ingredient being pearl sugar. Pearl sugar caramelizes inside and outside of the waffle. Because of the texture, it is a very versatile product that can be prepared sweet or savory.
2. Dave’s Coffee Milk infused marscarpone whipped cream
He bought a bus. It’s a double decker bus and it’s in England being converted right now!
3. Borealis Coffee’s espresso infused fudge drizzle
There is a strong emphasis on community and showcasing other businesses. Some of the local products used in The Burgundian recipes are Dave’s Coffee Milk, Borealis coffee, Backyard Food Company, Newport Sea Salt, Aurora’s Chocolate, PVD Doughnuts, Fountain Company Craft Ice Cream, and so many more.
A favorite on the savory side of the menu is In Bacon We Must; ricotta,
The double decker bus will become a mobile café with a full coffee bar and waffle bar on the first floor and seats and tables on the second floor. You’ll be able to order at the take out window or come inside to order at the counter. The bus is also fully enclosed and heated so it can be in use year round.
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The bus will be available for weddings, tailgate parties, and special events.
4. Bellicchi’s Best Cocoa Nib Biscotti Crumble
fig spread, bacon and basil.
The waffles are about 4x7 and certainly filling. It’s not something you have T H E B U R G U N D I A N : C O F F E E Aserved N D WinAaFstack. FLES PRESENTS The specials at each pop up are always different but Matlock likes to offer two savory They cost anywhere from $4 for a basic and two sweet. waffle to $12 when loaded with something like brisket or fried chicken. A few sweet waffles you can come across are the Banana Churro Supreme, Nutella W H AT ’ S W I T H T H E B U S ? Supreme, The “Waff-All Shook Up” The Elvis Favorite… COMING TO PROVIDENCE This LATE SUMMER whole project is2018 certainly a labor of
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Matlock launched a Kickstarter to “breathe life into the bus”. 45 days to raise $30,000 for seats, tables, counter tops, labor, and the very cool, unique features that “make the bus unique past the unique that it already is”. Fans of The Burgundian who wish to donate have to opportunity to score an annual pass to RI Food Fights, tickets for Eat Drink RI Fest, catering for up to 25 people, wedding packages, a Patriots Tailgate Package, waffles, coffee, there’s so much to be rewarded for donating. You can link to the Kickstarter through The Burgundian web page at www.weareburgundians.com If you find yourself craving the most delicious waffles, and you want to try out a new brewery, coffee shop, or your first pop-up experience, head over to the website or Facebook page and see when one is popping up near you. ShopInRI 9
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Who has the best Empenada's in the state? Condesa Restaurante Mexicano Smithfield Los Andes Restaurant Providence Carolina Market Restaurant Providence Caprichos Antioquenos Pawtucket Red Fin Crudo & Kitchen Providence, Cafeteria La Rueda Providence Blend PVD Providence
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EMPENADAS By Julia Romano
La Gran Parada Providence, Pollo Campero Providence, Ada’s Creations Providence, Copacabana Colombian Restaurant Providence, Nueva San Salvador Bakery Providence La Sorpresa Bakery & Restaurant Central Falls, El Eden Restaurant Providence El Paisa Central Falls, Chilango’s Providence, Milk Money Providence, Spain Restaurant Cranston, New Harvest Coffee & Spirits Providence, Panaderia Maya Providence From customer reviews on yelp.com
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Empanadas first originated in Galicia (Spain) and Portugal. The dish was brought to Latin America and the Philippines by Spanish colonists, and they remain very popular to this day. Empanadas first appeared in Medieval Iberia during the time of the Moorish invasions. A cookbook published in Catalan in 1520, has empanadas filled with seafood among its recipes of Catalan, Italian, French, and Arabian food. It is believed that empanadas and the very similar calzones are both derived from the Arabic meat-filled pies, samosas. Different countries use different ingredients in empanadas. Below are some examples of countries with their versions of empanadas: In Galicia and Portugal, an empanada is prepared as a large pie that is cut in pieces, making it a portable and hearty meal for working people. The filling of a Galician and Portuguese empanada usually includes tuna, sardines or chorizo, but can contain cod fish or pork loin. The meat or fish is commonly in a tomato, garlic and onion sauce inside the bread or pastry casing. In Chile, the empanada is known as the most popular and symbolic food of the country and often served as a staple dish. Meat empanadas (“de pino”) are filled with ground beef, fried with white onion and seasoned with garlic, hard-boiled eggs, olives, and sometimes raisins. This version is known as the typical baked Chilean empanada. Chilean seafood empanadas are stuffed with crab, clams, sea snails, or special oysters called crassostrea, and cheese. Other types of seafood, mixed with chopped white onion can also be used. They are usually fried in oil, can also be baked. Argentinians typically serve empanadas at festivals or as a main or starter course during meals. They can be filled with
different kinds of meats including chicken, fish or ham. They also can include other ingredients, such as raisins, hard boiled eggs, spinach, tomatoes, and onions. In Belize, empanadas are known as panades. They are made with corn dough and filled with either fish, chicken, or beans, deep-fried, and covered with cabbage or salsa. Cape Verdeans’ empanadas are known as pastels, and are often stuffed with spicy tuna fish. Their pastel com o diabo dentro (Pastel with the devil within), are extremely spicy and has a dough that is made from sweet potatoes and cornmeal. Filipino empanadas typically contain ground beef, pork or chicken, potatoes, chopped onions, and raisins (somewhat similar to the Cuban picadillo) in a sweet, wheat flour bread. They are either baked or fried to make they flaky. Empanadas in the northern part of the Ilocos are different. These usually have savoury fillings of green papaya, mung beans, and sometimes chopped Ilocano sausage (chorizo) and egg yolk. In Rhode Island, empanadas are typically sold at Mexican, Spanish, Latin, Peruvian, and Dominican restaurants and bakeries. Empanadas can be a great addition to your menu for any of your parties or events, so seek out your favorites and order them from one of the restaurants listed above. Or, if you are one of those that finds satisfaction in serving homemade food, make your own, selecting ingredients that will complement the other food on your menu. To make your own empanadas, there are numerous websites with simple step by step directions. Try googling “empanada recipes” and choose the type that suits your taste.
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by Al Milukas Notes from the Cooker, Traveler, Master Gardener and Serious Sipper of Creative Cocktails 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.
Reuben Soup
Why have soup and a sandwich when your soup can be your sandwich?
I had all of the ingredients to make a Reuben sandwich. But I wanted soup. So I made Reuben Soup! The same idea as a French Onion Soup with Reuben ingredients.
INGREDIENTS: Rye bread slices Sauerkraut, drained and rinsed Chicken stock Pastrami, sliced thinly Swiss cheese, sliced thinly I like to take the sauerkraut, rinse it under cold water, and toss it in a pot that already has some finely chopped bacon and onions cooking in it. Once the ingredients have cooked down, set it aside. (If you pre16 ShopInRI
fer not to use bacon and onions, that's fine, too.) Find a source for great pastrami, like a good neighborhood deli. Heat the chicken stock in a pot. Take the thinly sliced pastrami and chop it up into bite-sized pieces. Place the pastrami in the chicken stock to warm through. Keep the stock warm on low heat. Now you're ready to assemble... Take an oven-proof soup bowl. Line the bottom with some rye bread. On top of that, place a nice helping of the sauerkraut. Pour the warm chicken stock with the pastrami over the sauerkraut. Layer slices of Swiss cheese over the top of the bowl. Place it under the broiler until melted. Enjoy!
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SUPREME PASTIERA EASTER PIE WHEAT, RICE OR BARLEY
1 cup flour
Pasta Frolla
2 egg yolks 4 tbsp milk 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/4 lb butter Sift flour on pastry board. Form pocket in center of flour. Drop egg yolks and butter cut into small pieces and with fork, blend in butter, egg yolks and flour. Add sugar, vanilla and just enough milk to hold mixture together. Roll out on lightly floured board, keeping dough in circular shape.
Filling Wheat, barley or rice (see next column) 4 cups Supreme Ricotta Cheese (Whole Milk or Part Skim)
Wheat, Barley or Rice (use one) 1 cup drained wheat (soaked 72 hours and cooked 10 minutes) 1 cup drained barley (soaked 24 hours and cooked 10 minutes)
1 cup dry
rice
(cooked 10 minutes)
2 cups sugar
Drain Supreme Ricotta.
3 egg yolks
Add sugar, egg yolks and blend together.
3 egg whites
Add wheat or barley or rice and cooled boiled milk, citron, orange peel and vanilla.
1 cup boiled milk 1/4 cup chopped citron
Roll from center toward the edges until dough is 1/8 inch thick.
1/4 cup chopped orange peel
Fit dough into 10-inch pie plate or spring form pan.
1 tsp vanilla
Blend ingredients together thoroughly with mixer. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Pour mixture into lined pie plate or spring pan. Criss-cross top with strips made from remaining pie crust dough. Bake in 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours or until firm in center. ShopInRI 19
McBride’s Irish Pub McBride’s Irish Pub was created out of the former nine car garage of the Monahan, Drabble & Sherman Funeral Home; and when the need for that size garage no longer existed, brothers Mark and Bob Russell soon realized that their old garage needed a new purpose.
St. Patrick's Day 2018 By Julia Romano
Murphy’s Law Irish Pub Murphy’s Law Irish Pub, located at 2 George Street in Pawtucket, is a traditional Irish pub featuring rich mahogany woodwork, a copper top bar and warm inviting tones. Murphy’s Law cuisine is centered around traditional Irish fare, such as Shepherds Pie, Bangers & Mash and Fish & Chips, just to name a few. Add to that- traditional American Pub fare like Burgers, Steaks and Fresh Local Seafood. Murphy’s Law showcases 50 beer taps, including 5 unique “Pour Your Own Pint Draft Tables,” serving a blend of import, domestic and craft beers. Entertainment is on overdrive at Murphy’s Law, showcasing live entertainment on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights. Watch any one of the 21 LED HDTVs featuring all your favorite teams while playing darts or shooting a game of pool with friends! Murphy’s Law is the place to meet, eat, compete, and tap to the beat with all your friends & family! Need a venue to host your next party or function? The staff at Murphy’s Law looks forward to servicing all of your needs in one of their private function spaces. 401-724-5522 www.murphyslawri.com
In 2005, on a trip to Ballyjamesduff, Ireland, Mark and Bob discovered McBride’s Pub, a small local establishment that they found to be “right up their alley.” Behind the pub, was McBride’s Funeral Home - and, as it turned out, both businesses were coincidentally owned by two brothers. Here’s when an idea for the old garage was born; change it into a pub. It seemed natural to name the new pub McBride’s as a tip of the cap to the pub they visited in Ireland. Along with the traditional corned beef and cabbage, and American food, McBride’s menu also boasts a vast variety of dinner entrees, soups, salads, burgers, pizzas, all different types of sliders, “Pubwiches”- deli pub sandwiches with a twist, and so much more. A few dishes that are creative and have an authentic Irish flair are included, but certainly not limited to the following: • McBride’s Irish Nachos-house made chips heaped with shepherd’s pie lamb filling, the finest grated cheddar, topped with sour cream and spring onions. • Irish Quesadillas-tender corned beef, cabbage, mozzarella and cheddar cheese, sour cream and tortillas. • The Famine-a perfectly baked crust, topped with thinly sliced potatoes, Irish bacon and mozzarella, over a ranch sauce and with spring onions. • Bangers & Mash-traditional Irish sausage with a side of mash and beans. 161 Wayland Avenue, Providence 401-751-3000 www.mcbrides-pub.com
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Blake’s Tavern
Fat Belly’s Pub
Blake’s Tavern, a premier, popular Irish Pub, can be found in downtown Providence at 122 Washington Street. Its walking distance to and from the city’s recreation and entertainment venues, such as PPAC, the Dunkin Donuts Center, Trinity, and Lupos (Blake’s even has Burgers named after all of the entertainment venues) makes it a “no-brainer” choice for those who are seeking a gratifying night of entertainment and an incredible meal with the added bonus of convenience. For those who appreciate a relaxing atmosphere to cheer on their favorite sports team with a group of friends, and a meal from an extensive, impressive menu, Blake’s Tavern will never disappoint! Its 26 TVs and 32 tap beers makes it a favorite and popular place for people to unwind after a busy day, and enjoy time spent with friends and family.
As with most great success stories, the beginning is always notable—and such is the case with Fat Belly’s! Locked away in a castle in coastal Sweden, Fat Belly Pub’s owner and founder, Scott Parker, began dreaming up the legacy that would later become the Fat Belly’s concept that is known and loved today. With just a sketch pad and pen at his disposal, Scott whipped up the ideas for a successful outcome- quality food at an affordable price, with a comfortable atmosphere, and where customers would enjoy relaxing with a beer and a memorable meal.
Blake’s has two event rooms that can accommodate up to 180 guests for any of your special occasions; allow their staff to take the planning burden from you and cater to your every need! Amongst Blake’s phenomenal menu of traditional American and Irish themed dishes, Blake’s serves brick oven pizza that customers rave about. To plan your next function, or to allow Blake’s to cater your party of any kind, call 401-274-1230. Visit www. blakestavern.com to view their restaurant and catering menus.
In 1994, it all came together, and Scott’s dream was heading toward becoming an exciting reality. His culinary talent enabled him to help open RI’s fine dining restaurant, Café Nuovo, and then he revived the historic landmark, Canfield House in Newport and turned it into a multi award-winning fine dining experience. In 1999, Scott was offered a job at J&W as a culinary professor, but even after all of his accomplishments, his dream to open a pub was never far from his mind. From here, everything fell into place in 2006, when Fat Belly’s opened on Old Forge Road in Warwick. Since 2016, Fat Belly’s has become a RI favorite pub go to, with locations in Providence, Coventry, Warwick, North Kingstown, and East Greenwich. Each venue boasts its own unique atmosphere, one that reflects its local characte Whether you fancy live music on the weekends or trivia night with friends, amidst an enticing dinner with the family or friends, Fat Belly’s has something that will fulfill everyone’s expectations. Check out Fat Belly’s extensive menu at www.fatbellyspub. com.
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Preparation 10 minutes
Cook for 2 hours 25 minutes
Traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage Recipe
Makes 5 Servings
Directions: Place corned beef in large pot or Dutch oven and cover with water. Add the spice packet that came with the corned beef. Cover pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer approximately 50 minutes per pound or until tender. Add whole potatoes and carrots, cook until the vegetables are almost tender.
Ingredients:
Add cabbage and cook for 15 more minutes.
-3 pounds corned beef brisket with spice packet
Remove meat and let rest 15 minutes.
-10 small red potatoes -5 carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch pieces
Place vegetables in a bowl and cover. Add as much broth (cooking liquid reserved in the Dutch oven or large pot) as you desire.
-1 large head cabbage, cut into small wedges
Slice meat across the grain.
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Simply Serasi
Creating Lasting Memories By Mark Berger
side. It turned out creating jewelry would become my path.” The self-taught jeweler said that she makes each piece by hand in her Cumberland studio. Her jewelry comes in either Modern Art Deco or Names/ Initials done in calligraphy. Czarnomski said that the business has grown over the years through Etsy.com, which has has enabled her to maintain a more flexible schedule. While many people may believe that the name necklaces are made exclusively for women, Czarnomski said there are a couple of popular necklace requests with male names. “I get a couple of orders for necklaces for people named ‘Jonathan’ and ‘Mike,’” she said, noting that Cathy and Catherine are the most popular female names. “People are drawn to them because they are so unique and personal.”
From a young age, Rosa Czarnomski wanted to use her creative talents to express her feelings and demonstrate her skills. After her stint in the corporate world abruptly ended, an opportunity presented itself to make her childhood dream a reality. In late 2014, Czarnomski began Simply Serasi, an online jewelry store based in Cumberland, RI. Her mission is creating necklaces, earrings and other jewelry for consumers worldwide. The fire was always within her to be creative, but she said that it was not until her engineering job was eliminated that the wheels started to move in that direction. “I worked in Hartford (Connecticut) at the time, and when I lost my job, we moved to Cumberland,” said Czarnomski, who said that she grew up making arts and crafts, functional art and cookie decorations as a child. “The engineering job didn’t use my creative 30 ShopInRI
Another aspect of her company that draws attention is her customer service, or as she puts it, “human relations.” She said that anyone can make jewelry--from kids to the “young-at-heart.” Czarnomski said that she treats her customers as she would her own friends and family-with respect and kindness. She added that some people are in “combat mode” when they contact her, but she normally puts their minds at ease with her laid-back approach. While she caters to people throughout the world, there are some special orders Czarnomski receives. There is one case when the gymnastics coach at the University of California at Berkeley requested a necklace for her graduating seniors that read, “One Day Better.” That project led to another big project involving a major event. Czarnomski explained that she doesn’t usually know where orders are coming in from—unless she gets featured on the Etsy website. She noted
that the website does not inform her of this. She learns of the distinction when the orders for one of her pieces comes flooding into her web page. She added that when a logjam of orders comes in from a certain country, then she knows she has been featured. That became an interesting problem during the holidays. “I was featured in Etsy’s November Editor’s Pick, and it was great because it meant a lot of orders for the holidays,” said Czarnomski. “It happened again in December and January, which potentially meant a lot of orders for Valentine’s Day. I don’t usually know when this happens; but it does happen.”
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For more details about Rosa Czarnomski, her jewelry collection and how to purchase them, please visit her website at: www.simplyserasi.etsy.com.
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Exercise Isn’t Just for Vanity Anymore By:Matt Espeut, Owner Providence Fit Body In today's day and age, exercise will improve not only body, but mind and spirit as well. In my facility, Providence Fit Body Boot Camp, I use the term "health before fitness" because my main focus is to get people healthy first, then the fitness will fall into place. And when I use the term health, it isn’t just physical health for which we strive. Mental health can also strongly benefit from a great fitness regimen. When people come into my facility, it's a community of like-minded people all striving for better health, regardless of their fitness level. Our team makes them feel comfortable, and as if they belong to something more than a place to train for a fitness pageant. It all starts with developing the proper mindset and discovering your WHY. Let me give you some examples of reasons to get involved in a solid fitness regimen.
to work out just before a test or presentation, so you will peak when you perform. - On a more scientific level, exercise makes the hippocampus super active, and when you rev up these neurons, cognitive function improves. This pattern works better with regular exercise, because the benefits can quickly recede. So be regular, and make it part of your lifestyle, not just for a temporary fix.
- Studies have shown that exercise releases endorphins in the brain that help with the retention process. The reason for this is that when you exercise, your blood pressure and flow increases, which in turn shuttles more oxygen through the entire body- brain included.
- It also aids in digestion, which is a common problem among adults. If the food we eat doesn't get digested properly, a whole bunch of problems can arise in the body, such as gastrointestinal, acidity, acid reflux, heartburn, constipation, bloating, and even bad breath. This is why healthy digestion is probably the most important element to your health. If you can't absorb the good nutrients and eliminate bad bacteria, you end up sick, diseased and overweight.
- It raises your focus for up to two to three hours afterwards; so it is advisable
- During exercise, your heart rate and breathing increase, thus stimulate
- Health and fitness makes you smarter, an important reason to start on a program.
muscles that support the digestive tract, making it more active and efficient. So if you want to be “regular,” make exercise a part of your regular routine. - Exercise also increases your sex drive. It not only makes you feel more desirable, it stimulates blood flow that releases endorphins- that release testosterone and other hormones, all leading to greater sex drive. - It will also enhance self-image, and and make you feel more confident. A big part of better sex is feeling sexy. - Research shows that people who exercise have an improved body image over people who do not exercise. - Being more comfortable with your body leads to better and more relaxed sex because you are less self conscious. Those are just a few reasons and benefits of being on a regular health and fitness program. It isn’t just for aesthetics anymore; it will improve your mind, body and spirit- all at the same time! ShopInRI 37
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Workout Options From Your Finger Tips By: Stacie Venagro 2017 World Miss Fitness America Pro
When you think of exercise how does it make you feel? For too many people the thought of working out seems dreadful or simply no fun. This doesn’t have to be the case! Listen, I know not everyday you’re going to be ecstatic to do your workout or maybe you will be! Either way there’s something for everyone and getting out there to try something new is what it takes to find the perfect workout for you. This sounds easier said than done for many but I promise once you get over the initial fear of trying something new you’ll be happy you did it! Whether you workout at home or you have a gym membership, there’s something for you. If you workout at home you can download apps like Daily Burn, SWorkit, sweat, and there are many more. If you’re looking for free workouts YouTube has many to choose from. Do you like to dance? Try Zumba or simply type dance workout in your search and see what comes up. Check out your gyms schedule to see what they have to offer. If you want to try yoga there are many different types of yoga. Something like Bikram is more intense and heated. If you’re looking for something with a slower flow try meditation yoga or a gentle flow. There’s so much to choose from! If you love to be outside and maybe running isn’t you’re thing pick a spot where you feel comfortable and do some body weight exercises. Never underestimate walking, it’s an excellent way to start off slow and gradually pick up your pace. Pick a place that you really enjoy, maybe your neighborhood or maybe a trail you’ve been thinking about checking out. You can even rent DVD’s from your local library. With so many options available at our fingertips there’s no reason not to exercise! Do your research and get out there and try it out. You can enjoy your workouts and the best part is how good it’ll make you feel once you’re done.
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The Importance of Physical & Mental Health By Susan Gazerro
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you with someone you respect can make a big difference in the way you are feeling; even if they cannot solve your problem. Remember that overthinking increases your level of stress, and opening up can help you to better cope with your problem. Talking about things is a great therapy tool, as is working out. Even if you just go for a walk to clear your mind, or practice meditation will help to clear your mind. I also find that writing things down helps. If I have a negative thought that I keep going over and over in my mind, it helps if I know it’s on a piece of paper. I am able to stop thinking about it because I know it’s somewhere other than in my mind. It’s like its been transferred from my mind to elsewhere. Sounds crazy; but it works!
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themselves first or doing for themselves before others because it’s common sense that when they are happy, others around them will be happy. Moms seem to feel guilty about working out. I don’t get it. If you take just 30 minutes a day to do something for yourself, you will be a happier wife, mom, friend, etc. It’s not selfish at all. If you don’t feel good about yourself, you are not going to treat people the way you really want to, or the way they deserve to be treated. Life is so short and precious. We stress and worry so much; but in the end, is it worth it? You need to feel good both physically and mentally, find a foundation, and cleanse your soul. Rid yourself of regrets. Life is too short for regrets. Do whatever it takes be healthy and happy! Start now! It’s never too late!
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The RI Home Show returns for its 68th year and continues to expand its categories and appeal - including the growth of the RI Spring Flower & Garden Show which will now have over 10,000 sq feet of gardens and a Flower Show presented by the RI Federation of Garden Clubs! To make the show easy to navigate and understand, it remains organized into 4 categories:
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ENJOY ENJOY EXPLORE There are two main features in the Explore section of the show!
ENJOY The enjoy section of the show is made up of the new Flower Show and the new Garden features!
The Home Design Hub Surveys from last year’s show revealed that attendees wanted more designers and a focus on kitchens and baths! Well, the show has delivered! The RI Home Show and a team of CTE Students throughout RI have put together the all “NEW” Home Design Hub! Featuring 10 rooms of kitchens, baths and inspiring room décor from some of RI’s best interior designers, this open and inviting feature will be full of inspiration and ideas!. FEATURED THIS YEAR AT THE HOME DESIGN HUB - A FURNITURE GIVEAWAY!
The Home Tech Experience Powered by the knowledgeable professionals at Flint Audio & Video, the Home Show is proud to present the all “NEW” Home Technology Experience. With the latest in smart home technology, security, entertainment, and energy management systems, this feature is both educational, and captivating! If you’re curious what technology has to offer and how it can change the way you live, this interactive show experience is something you must check out! **(The Design Hub was built by RI Career & Tech Schools and their corporate sponsors - Andersen Windows, National Grid, the Office of Energy Resources, RI Housing, & The RI Realtors Association)**
The 2nd Annual RI Spring, Flower & Garden Show: The Flower Show has grown and returns as a special Home Show feature with all new and inspiring content!
Themed - Springtime Floral Fusion:
The RI Federation of Garden Clubs has brought together designers from all over New England and nationally accredited judges to create, Springtime Floral Fusion there largest and most creative Flower Show EVER!. Over 48 contemporary and traditional designs will be on display at the RI Home and Garden Show for your delight and inspiration. Artistic creations of all sizes, shapes, and colors will make you see horticulture in ways you never imagined!
The Education Border- Bringing the outside in and the inside out!
In keeping with our mission of connecting people to nature, we are creating a colorful and educational garden border. Within the garden, you will find elegantly dressed tables for alfresco dining inspiration. Whimsical Fairy houses created by local students will be tucked in throughout the plantings and will delight all ages. And of course, the elegant featured plantings will not only beautify your landscape but also support local birds, wildlife, and pollinators.
The Gardens Featuring the Hanging Gardens!
Last year was a learning year for the RI Flower & Garden Show, and based on what you told us, this year the show has grown the Garden category into a dedicated 10,000 sq foot experience! With both color, fragrance, and inspiration, the gardens contain so many unique features including Hanging Gardens, a She Shed, Water features, a lush Greenhouse, living walls, the Zen Garden, and Outdoor Living ideas – all with artfully done plantings, beautiful florals, and learning experiences throughout! The Gardens were made possible by a very large collaboration including: Central Nurseries, The Garden Federation, The Future Farmers of America, designs by RISD & Visual Shift, Unilock and so many others! 46 ShopInRI
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This category remains all about energy but it’s all new! The 5th Annual Energy Expo: Learn from the experts at National Grid about all the new rebates, new products, and new programs - including solar - that will help you live more comfortably, save energy, and most importantly, save money. Sign up for a No-Cost Home Energy Assessment: Identify ways to save money in your home by taking advantage of this program. It costs a consumer nothing to have an energy consultant inspect their home and give them the knowledge to lower their energy bills. You’ve probably heard National Grid offer this service, now is the time to talk to someone about it! The show provides that opportunity! The Energy Efficiency Showcase: Built buy RI Career & Tech Students, this amazing feature illustrates in an interactive way how making simple changes to your home and lifestyle can save energy and money. Tour the Energy Innovation Hub: Located next to the RI Convention Center is a true energy learning experience where people can learn and interact with energy in all its forms. Take the free tour at the show! Plenty of energy contractors will be here!
This is the biggest category in the show and IT’S why IT’S ALL HERE! This is the largest category in the show and includes everything you need, from 100’s of exhibitors, contractors, amazing workshops, cooking demos, a home decor store, kids activities and more - the RI Home Show has it all! Here a few special features you need to check out! The AARP Home Solutions Hub: AARP is here to help the public understand the latest housing programs and services that they support and offer. Everyone will benefit by stopping by their booth. The RI Living Resource Center: Everything you need to know about buying, selling, and owning a home is available at this resource center. Easily one of the most informative places to visit in the show.
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Saint Patrick's Day History & Facts Rhode Island has a number of traditions and cultures recognizing both Italian-Americans and Irish-Americans. On Saints Joseph and Patrick Day there are many options for celebrating both of these holidays throughout the state to express respect and honor for the history and heritage of these Saints and their accomplishments. St. Patrick’s Day, both a cultural and religious day, falls on March 17th of each year. It is a day to celebrate St. Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland. St. Patrick, although not born of Irish descent (born in Roman Britain), played an integral part in providing service with his ministry to the all of people of Ireland during the 5th century. Legend says that St. Patrick was the founder of Christianity in Ireland which replaced the prior practice of Celtic polytheism. It is said that St. Patrick passed away on March 17 in 492 A.D., hence, the holiday date. On this day, across the United States, people of all nationalities celebrate the heritage of St. Patrick and the Irish nation. Legend credits Saint Patrick with teaching the Irish about the belief of the Holy Trinity by introducing the shamrock, a three-leafed plant and using it to show the Christian teaching of three persons in one God (Trinity). This story first appears in writing in 1726, though it may be older. The shamrock has since become the primary symbol for Saint Patrick's Day. Blue was the original color associated with St. Patrick’s Day, but because of Ireland’s nickname, “Emerald Isle,” green became the popular chosen color. Another interesting legend claims that followers of St. Patrick thought wearing green made them invisible to leprechauns, fairy creatures who would pinch anyone they could see (anyone not wearing green). People began pinching those who didn't wear green as a reminder that leprechauns would sneak up and pinch green-abstainers. The most common and favorite food on St. Patrick’s Day is corned beef and cabbage. Other popular dishes representing traditional Irish food are Irish stew (made with lamb, mutton, or goat), shepherd's pie (meat and vegetables, topped with potato), bacon and cabbage (with potatoes), boxty (potato pancake), coddle (sausage, bacon, and 50ShopInRI ShopInRI 50
potato), and colcannon (mashed potato, kale or cabbage, and butter). In Rhode Island, St. Patrick’s Day was first celebrated on March 18, 1839, (March 17th fell on a Sunday) with a banquet of 120 Irish-American guests at the City Hotel on Broad Street in Providence. At this time, the population of Irish-Americans residing in Rhode Island was only about 1500, but because of the opportunities of working to build the railroad and the availability of jobs in the Providence mills, the number of Irish immigrants rose quickly. As the years passed, the festivities grew and included an annual celebratory parade for all of the Irish immigrants that loved the land of their roots and came to settle in Rhode Island, a new home for which they now expressed their devotion.
St. Patrick’s Day Events in RI On Saturday, March 10, 2018, Providence’s St. Patrick’s Day annual parade will be on Smith Street in Providence starting at 9:00 am. Rhode Island College will hold the “Dublin Irish Dance” at the Roberts Hall auditorium on Tuesday, March 13, 2018, at 7:30 pm. Here you will experience an all-star cast of Irish singers, dancers and musicians, as well as the epic tale of Celtic culture, with traditional melodies and steps in a gala celebration. The 62nd annual Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2018, starting at 11:30 am. For more information, visit www.newportirish.com. Providence “Luck of the Irish” St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl 2018 will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2018, from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and promises to include a weekend of fun and celebration. Join in on the Pub Crawl that will give you access to drink specials at awesome venues. Why hang out at one place when you can stroll your shamrock around the city making memories at multiple locations? Gather your fellow leprechauns, throw on your greenest attire, and prepare to feel the Irish energy in the air. For more information, visit www.eventbrite.com.
The History of St. Joseph's Day... St. Joseph’s Day, celebrated annually on March 19th, is referred to as the Feast of St. Joseph, or San Giuseppe, as he is referred to in Sicily, Italy. It is is a day to honor St. Joseph, and to do so with what is known to be significantly important to the Italian community-food- and with good reason. The customs of this day began in Rome, Italy in 1479. St. Joseph was the husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the adopted father of Jesus, and dubbed the Patron Saint of Workers. During the Middle Ages, the legend is that St. Joseph prevented a famine in Sicily, Italy when a lack of rainfall caused severe droughts. The Italian people prayed to St. Joseph to bring them rain and promised that if he did, they would honor him with a huge feast. The rain did come and the people made good with their promise. At that time, the fava bean was the crop that saved the communities from starvation and became the staple food that is included in today’s St. Joseph’s Day customs, and cooked in a soup, referred to as Maccu di San Giuseppe. The popular Neapolitan pastry known as the zeppola which was first created by Don Pasquale Pinatauro of Napoli, Italy, in 1840, also became a part of today’s St. Joseph’s Day traditions. Flowers, wine, candles, limes, and food that represent this day
are customarily placed on an altar of three tiers, a symbol of the Trinity. The food that is offered includes cakes, bread, and cookies, as well as meatless dishes, since the holiday falls during Lent. Traditionally, food is prepared with breadcrumbs to symbolize sawdust representing St. Joseph’s trade as a carpenter. Other lasting traditions and popular customs amongst Christians and other worshipping people observing Saint Joseph's Day are attending Mass or the Divine Service, wearing red clothing, carrying dried fava beans that have been blessed, and assembling home altars dedicated to Saint Joseph. Throughout the years, feeding the indigent also became part of the meaning of St. Joseph’s Day. According to the National American Foundation, there are over 200,000 Italian-Americans residing in Rhode Island who are extremely proud of their Italian heritage. On St. Joseph’s Day, observance and respect for St. Joseph’s Day is expressed by wearing red clothing and and/or accessories. Other traditions include get togethers with family and friends, feasting on traditional Italian food, and making a trip to a local bakery, or straight to Federal Hill (RI’s Little Italy) to experience the vast amount of Italian bakeries and their luscious versions of the decadent zeppole pastry. ShopInRI 51 ShopInRI51 51 ShopInRI
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Preparing to Sell Your Home? What to Focus on! As Spring approaches in New England, many people that have been contemplating putting their home on the market often decide it is time to pull the trigger and “list it!" The “Spring Rush” in the residential real estate market definitely appears to be a cyclical thing as the warmer weather approaches, and seemingly re-energizes entire segments of our population. When prepping to sell a home, what should one REALLY focus on? There can definitely be a bit of debate with regard to this subject as different real estate “experts” could very well recommend different things. With close to 25 years of observing these annual cycles, and working with a good number of real estate agents and clients to help prepare homes for selling, here are some quick tips that I would recommend: • Paint. Get rid of colors that you might like, but others might not find as appealing (reds, dark blue, etc.). Aim for as neutral as possible. • Clean. De-clutter. This is a perfect opportunity to purge and get organized. When selling a home, more is clutter; less is always better. • Look for obvious signs of a potential cause for concern of a buyer – address that old water stain on the ceiling, correct any peeling paint issues, look for any mildew that may have set in over time in a bathroom or other area and clean it up… • Do NOT get into any major kitchen or bathroom remodeling while knowing the house is about to be put on the market. Purely a suggestion, but based on experience, many buyers like to put their own "fingerprint" on kitchen and bathroom areas in their new home, and for what it costs to remodel these two specific rooms these days, you most likely will not be able to recoup the money, or add enough value to justify the investment right before selling. • Tighten up the landscape – be sure the exterior yard areas are clean, manicured and look appealing – make someone fall in LOVE with your home as soon as they drive up to it!! Although just a few basic tips, if one truly wants to sell their home as fast as possible, for as much as possible, these particular ones certainly may go a long way in helping to do so! 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). ShopInRI 55
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BLACK PANTHER By Hannah Burke
With Infinity War around the corner, are we closing in on the end of Marvel? We’ve seen Iron Man and Captain America, but we have yet to the see Black Panther’s story. Now with the 18th Avengers Installment, we are also able to see what T’Challa has been doing since Civil War. The movie starts with the history of Wakanda and how a meteorite containing Vibranium landed in Africa. Five tribes fought over the metals until one ate a special herb that gave him superhuman abilities, hence, becoming the Black Panther. Four of the five tribes joined together and formed Wakanda, while one went into the mountains. The story then brings viewers to 1992 in California, where King T’Chaka (John Kani) visits his brother N’Jobu (Sterling K Brown). Black-market arms dealer Ulysses Klaue (Andy Serkis) has been stealing Vibranium from Wakanda, and T’Chaka accuses his brother of assisting him. His brother refuses to tell the truth, and his friend is revealed to be a spy sent by T’Chaka. N’Jobu is threatened with being arrested, and the scene ends.
(Michael B Jordan) steal Vibranium from a museum. T’Challa, Okoye and Nakia all head to South Korea to stop him from selling the artifact. However, it becomes much more complicated when it is revealed that CIA agent Everett Ross (Martin Freeman) is buying it. There is a chase scene, and Klaue is captured. Klaue tells Ross that Wakanda isn’t what it seems, and that they have many more resources than what they are telling the world. While interrogating him, Erik breaks him out, severely wounding Ross in the process. T’Challa notices a ring around Erik’s neck, realizing that it’s the same ring that he has. From there, Okoye and T’Challa quarrel over whether or not to bring Ross back to Wakanda to heal him. Okoye argues that they have never taken in refugees, and that Ross would have to tell the US about Wakanda’s vast resources, damaging their reputation. From there, secrets are revealed, and Erik is not who he seems. Overall, the movie was amazing. It was not like your average superhero movie, for it had many underlying real life themes, like racism, discrimination, global power, corruption, and many other real life issues. The main problem in the movie was whether or not Wakanda should share their bountiful resources with the world, or if they should leave everyone to continue with their struggles. There are many cultural aspects, as well, with the challenges for the king, and how no matter who is in power, the rules must stay the same.The characters were also amazing. Shuri is one of my favorites, as she loves to stay with the
present times and trends, but always remembers her roots. The technology she creates is amazing as well. Okoye is also a strong leader, showing that no matter how much she cares for her friends and family, she is devoted to the throne, no matter who sits on it. T’Challa and Nakia’s relationship is interesting, as we don’t know what type of relationship they are in until much later; but their love for each other is still there and ties into the movie nicely. Killmonger also adds a sense of edge to the story, as he sends it to a place where I never thought it would go. He shows that nobody should be underestimated because you don’t know who they are or what they can do. We don’t see much of T’Challa’s mother, Ramonda, but she is still a strong figure who shows that regardless of all the loss she faces in her life, she manages to stay strong for her people. I liked the movie because it combats racism in today’s culture, and is inspiring for many. It’s also good because unlike DC, where they didn’t properly set up their characters, Marvel is sure to have all of their characters’ backstories understood for Infinity War, later this year. The movie was perfectly paced and its 2 hour runtime allows for everything that is needed to fit into the script. The twists and turns were well placed, and as the movie progressed, there was a point where it felt as if all hope was lost; but it was not like the movie became bland and boring. The ending also tied up nicely to the beginning, showing that many things that you want to avoid can happen again; and no matter how much you don’t want them to happen, sometimes it’s for the best. I give Black Panther a 6 out of 6 diamonds. Rated PG-13 for violence, blood and death.
The movie then picks up a week after Civil War, with T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) and his general Okoye (Danai Gurira) returning to Wakanda, where he will be crowned king. He stops to extract his ex-lover Nakia (Lupita Nyong'o) from an undercover mission, asking her to be there for his coronation. He then returns to Wakanda, where he is greeted by his mother, Ramonda (Angela Bassett), and Shuri (Letitia Wright). At the coronation ceremony, none of the tribes decide to challenge the throne, but then the fifth tribe, the Jabari tribe, challenges T’Challa to ritual combat. T’Challa agrees, and they fight until the Jabari tribe yields, leaving T’Challa as the new king of Wakanda Then, in Europe, Klaue and Erik Stevens
The movie has a beating heart, and a big one; it’s not just sincere, but that rarest of birds in the jungle of mainstream entertainment, a heartfelt epic - Joe Morgenstern Wall Street Journal
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By: Jenn Lombari Photos: JAYakes Photography On December 10, 2003, she took over the 1000 square foot space at 144 Broadway in Providence. Everything had just fallen into place. The building was empty; she already lived in the area and loved it, and it was time to sell off some of her treasures that she had collected over the years. In 2014, Jen’s partner, David Fitschen, became involved in the store. With his keen eye for merchandising and his knowledge of vintage clothing, David has become a vital part of the store’s every day functions. He is also responsible for all things Internet, always posting on social media when new items come in, and keeping up with the Etsy shops.
Shopping for vintage items has been a favorite pastime of all ages for decades-a modern day treasure hunt. Not only is there always something interesting to collect, but the most unique gifts can be found in vintage stores as well. Some people may appreciate the durability of items manufactured in the past, others may be seeking out kitschy household decorations. Whatever you’re looking for, an adventure awaits you at Rocket To Mars. Jen Ricci, owner and curator of Rocket To Mars, discovered her love of vintage items when she was in high school. She started seeking out vintage clothing and vintage fabrics from which she could make her own clothes. While searching for these items, other pieces caught her eye; a collection had started to form. She explained, “You see them and then you buy them; then you hoard them; then you pack them and move with them; and then you have enough to open a shop.” While living in Arizona, Jen managed the vintage clothing section at Buffalo Exchange, allowing her to get first pick of the inventory. After coming to live in Providence, she found work at This & That Shop, where she also sold some of her own collection in a small space within the store. After accumulating so much stuff, friends would joke with her and tell her she was going to own her own vintage store some day, but Jen would laugh it off and insist she wouldn’t. Well as it turns out, her friends were right all along. 60 ShopInRI
There is something for everyone at Rocket To Mars. Whether you ‘re looking for clothing, household items, kitchenware, barware, a missing piece to a costume you’re planning, pulp novels, or just a unique gift that wouldn’t be found anywhere else, you’re encouraged to go take a look around. New items are added to the inventory on a weekly basis. “I would personally own every item in here; and I kinda do for a moment, until it moves on to its new place,” Jen stated. While her favorite era is the 1940s, her store has everything from the 1920s to the 1980s, with ‘50s and ‘60s making up most of it.
There is even a special section of items that are NOT for sale. Stand at the counter and look up. A collection that spans the length of the wall from the ceiling to the floor is there for your viewing pleasure only and comprised of rare items that Jen just cannot part with. Some are gifts from her friends; some are family treasures that were passed down from her childhood. You have to see it for yourself-the best of the strange and unusual. With people becoming more aware of reusing and recycling, often times they are seeking timeless classics like Pyrex storage containers and mixing bowl sets, clothing, and shoes-all items that stand the test of time. It seems that everything is so quick to be disposed of and made cheaply these days. It makes you wonder what the antiques of the future will be if things don’t last and they end up in the trash. It’s not just about the aesthetics; it’s about durability. There’s something to be said about the quality of items found in vintage stores. Providence has become such a popular destination for second hand, resale, and vintage shops, so much so that you can come into town and shop all day. Is there competition among stores? It would be a challenge to find another store like Rocket To Mars in Providence. Each store is made up of the owner’s own individual taste, so for two stores to carry the same items and be run the same way would be highly unlikely. Jen shared, “My rule from day one has been, ‘I only buy what I like personally, regardless of the latest trend, or what the hot items are that are selling elsewhere.’” She admits that it might be a “dumb business move,” but she wants to be able to stand in her store, love everything, and enjoy looking at everything that she has. Fifteen years and still going strong; doesn’t seem like a dumb business move at all. Rocket To Mars even sells high end items online. There is a men’s store, a woman’s store, and a home shop. You can find them on Etsy at: Etsy.com/shop/rockettomarshome Etsy.com/shop/rockettomarsvintage Etsy.com/shop/MrBillsHaberdashery Follow Rocket To Mars on Facebook and Instagram and keep up to date on new available items, the fantastic window displays, and the outdoor super sales that they have when the weather warms up. For information about store hours, call: 401-274-0905 ShopInRI 61
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Celebrate Easter with an “EGGSTRAVAGANZA” By Julia Romano Have you ever wondered why eggs are decorated at Easter time? And why is it a tradition to fill plastic eggs with candy and other treats? As Christianity grew in Western Europe, the Catholic Church began adopting many pagan customs. It has been said that eggs were a symbol of fertility, birth and new life, thus, represented the Resurrection. Painted and decorated Easter eggs were first recorded in the 13th century. At this time, consuming eggs was forbidden during Lent and Passover; therefore, boiling them became a way of preserving the eggs so they wouldn’t go to waste. So while the eggs had to sit for a week, and until they could be eaten, people decided to decorate them. The eggs from this time were from mostly hens and ducks, and colored with bright colors derived from vegetable dye and charcoal. Persians became the first to offer colored eggs as gifts to family members. In China, colored eggs were presented as a part of traditional offerings to the god and goddess of the bed. In the 1700s, Germans first made eggs to celebrate the beginning of Spring. Orthodox Christians and many 66 ShopInRI
other cultures continue to decorate eggs, some with flowers. Red was the first color use to adorn Easter eggs. According to an ancient Roman tale, the birth of Emperor Alexander Severus was associated with a hen laying a red egg, hence; red eggs were used to ensure a good crop. In China, male births were celebrated with red eggs. For Christians, the Easter egg is symbolic of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Painting Easter eggs is an especially beloved tradition in the Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches where the eggs are dyed red to represent the blood of Jesus Christ. Scratching eggs as a part of their decoration started in Lithuania in the 1300s. A scratch carving method on the surface of the shell was a simple way to create designs on the eggs. In the United States, the Pennsylvania Dutch and Moravians would scratch carve eggs starting in the 1800s. A pysanka is a Ukrainian Easter egg, created by a wax resistant method. The word pysanka is derived from the verb pysaty, which means “to write”, as the designs on the eggs are written with beeswax instead of being painted on. Pysankas are given as symbols of the gift
of life, and each one is designed with the characteristics of the recipient in mind. Chocolate eggs were first made in the early 19th century in Germany and France. The earliest of chocolate eggs were solid, but hollowing them occurred once a mass producing mold was invented. Plastic egg shaped toys were first manufactured in the 17th and 18th centuries and given to children as Easter gifts. The Victorians filled cardboard, plush and satin covered eggs with Easter gifts and chocolates. By the 1970s, colorful plastic eggs, typically the same size and shape as a chicken egg and which can be separated into two halves, are filled with candy such as chocolate, jelly beans, skittles, M&Ms, marshmallow chicks, etc. The plastic eggs have become popular since the 1970s for obvious reasons that they do not spoil, do not break easily, and are favorites of children. Plastic candy-filled eggs are also most commonly used at church and community Easter egg hunts. Easter egg hunts and egg rolling are two popular egg-related traditions. An egg hunt involves hiding eggs outside for children
to run around and find. Eggs are rolled as a symbolic reenactment of the rolling away of the stone from Christ’s tomb. In the United States, the Easter Egg Roll is an annual event that is held on the White House lawn each Monday after Easter. I don’t know of any child that doesn’t LOVE to run around and gather the most easter eggs possible to fill up their Easter basket. Easter egg hunts have become traditions in the homes of families worldwide. The excitement of the hunt and element of surprise when opening the eggs provides many lasting fun Easter memories that will be passed on to generations to come. Easter will be celebrated on Sunday, April 1st this year. Many cities and towns in Rhode Island traditionally host Easter egg hunts for their community children. Below is a list of statewide Easter Egg hunts. Call the telephone number of your place of interest for more detailed information.
Davis Park Easter Egg Hunt Chalkstone Ave., Prov. 401-521-7477. East Smithfield Public Library Annual Easter Egg Extravaganza 50 Esmond St,. Smithfield 401-231-5150 Fargnoli Park Easter Egg Hunt 945 Smith St., Prov. 401-521-7477 Preservation Society of Newport County - Easter egg hunt, Meet the Easter Bunny, Easter brunch 548 Bellevue Ave., Newport 401-8471000
Roger Williams Park Zoo Egg Safari Scavenger Hunt & Easter Bunny Visit 1000 Elmwood Ave., Prov. 401-941-4998 Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Easter Egg Hunt 35 Camp St., Prov. 401-521-7477 George J. West Park Easter Egg Hunt 1276 Chalkstone Ave., Prov. 401-521-7477 Prete Metcalf Field Easter Egg Hunt Hawkins St., Prov. 401-521-7477 Casey Farm Easter Egg Hunt 2325 Boston Neck Rd., Saunderstown 401295-1030 Ocean House - Easter Egg Roll and Easter Egg Hunt 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill (855) 678-0364. South Kingstown Annual Easter Egg Hunt Broad Rock Middle School, 351 Broad Rock Rd., Wakefield 401-789-9331. Wilcox Park Easter Egg Hunt 45 Broad St., Westerly
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Why owning a pet makes you ‘happier By Tara Reynolds and more likely to live longer’ Several differences between the groups emerged - in Owning a lively pet may sometimes prove exasperating, but it appears all the effort is worth it. Pet owners are healthier, have greater self-esteem and are less lonely than those who don’t have animals at home, according to a study. Not only that, but they are also more conscientious, extroverted and less fearful, researchers at the American Psychological Association said. They believe that pets serve as important sources of social and emotional support for the average person, and not just individuals facing significant health challenges. Lead researcher, Allen R McConnell, of Miami University in Ohio, said: ‘We observed evidence that pet owners fared better, both in terms of well-being outcomes and individual differences, than non-owners on several dimensions. ‘Specifically, pet owners had greater selfesteem, were more physically fit, tended to be less lonely, were more conscientious, were more extraverted, tended to be less fearful and tended to be less preoccupied than nonowners.’ Pet owners are just as close to key people in their lives as to their animals, the study found. This indicates no evidence that relationships with pets come at the expense of relationships with other people, or that people relied more on pets when their human social support was poorer. The scientists, from Miami University and Saint Louis University in Missouri, conducted three experiments to examine the potential benefits. They questioned 217 people with an average age of 31 and family income of $77,000, 79 per cent of whom were women.
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all cases, pet owners were happier, healthier and better adjusted than were non-owners.A second experiment involved 56 dog owners with an average age of 42 and family income of $65,000, 91 per cent of whom were women. This group were questioned about whether they benefit more when their pet is perceived to fulfill their social needs better. The researchers here found greater well-being among owners whose dogs increased their feelings of belonging, self-esteem and meaningful existence. The last group, made up of 97 undergraduates with an average age of 19, found that pets can make people feel better after experiencing rejection. Subjects were asked to write about a time when they felt excluded. Then they were asked to write about their favourite pet, or to write about their favourite friend, or to draw a map of their campus. The researchers found that writing about pets was just as effective as writing about a friend when it came to staving off feelings of rejection. ‘The present work presents considerable evidence that pets benefit the lives of their owners, both psychologically and physically, by serving as an important source of social support,’ the researchers wrote. ‘Whereas past work has focused primarily on pet owners facing significant health challenges...the present study establishes that there are many positive consequences for everyday people who own pets.’ The study was published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.
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The Renaissance City Theatre, Inc. (RCTI) announces 18th Season at the Granite Theatre.
Southern Rhode Island’s only year-round theatre is within walking distance of some of the region’s finest dining as well as a beautiful stretch of beaches and popular resorts. The Theatre is in a beautifully refurbished Greek Revival building located in the heart of historic downtown Westerly. The 2018 season opens with “Dial M for Murder” by Frederick Knott. Alfred Hitchcock made a classic thriller about this story of Tony Wendice who married his wife, Margot, for her money and now plans to murder her for the same reason. He arranges the perfect murder and a brilliant alibi for himself. A police inspector from Scotland Yard begins a fevered search for the truth, in a scene of almost unbearable suspense. - March 23 – April 8 “Proof ” by David Auburn. Catherine has spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, Robert. When he dies a former student of her father's hopes to find valuable work in the 103 notebooks that Robert left behind. How much of her father's madness or genius will Catherine inherit? Gwyneth Paltrow starred in this Pultizer Prize-winning play in 2001. April 27 – May 12 “The Ladies Foursome” by Norm Foster. This is the hilarious female version of our 2016 smash hit. Four women gather for a round of golf in honor of a recently departed friend. Over the course of eighteen holes, secrets and confessions unravel as the women discuss sex, children and everything in between. – June 1 – June 17 “A Comedy of Tenors” by Ken Ludwig ushers in the summer season. One hotel suite, four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends, and a soccer stadium filled with screaming fans. What could possibly go wrong? It's 1930s Paris. Producer Henry Saunders must keep Italian superstar Tito Merelli and his hot-blooded wife Maria from causing runaway chaos. An uproarious ride, full of mistaken identities, bedroom hijinks, and madcap delight. – June 29 – July 22 “The Prisoner of 2nd Avenue” by Neil Simon. Mel Edison is a well-paid executive suddenly gets the ax. His wife takes a job to tide them over, then she too is sacked. Compounded by the airpollution killing his plants, and with the walls of the apartment allowing him a constant earful of his neighbors’ private lives when his psychiatrist dies, Mel does the only thing left for him to do-he has a nervous breakdown. As hilarious as it is topical. Possibly Neil Simon’s funniest show! - August 3 -26 74 ShopInRI
STATE THE FACTS
The USA won the last ever Olympic gold medal for rugby in 1924 and are technically still reigning champions. The cost of the International Space Station is funded by the USA 81%, Russia 8%, Europe 3%, Japan 3%, and Canada 1%. Cost of college textbooks has risen 812 percent since 1978, far outpacing the rise in costs for medical services and home prices in USA. In 2015, a report found 100+ Walmart products labeled “Made in the USA” that are actually made elsewhere. Until it was forcibly suppressed during WWI, German was the second most widely spoken language in the USA, with many local governments, schools, and newspapers using German. January 8th 1836 is the last day in history that the USA had no national debt. Nearly 80% of people who die from drowning in the USA are male. Sliced bread was briefly banned in the USA in 1943 as a wartime conservation measure. The largest air force in the world is the U.S. Air Force. The world’s second-largest air force is the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps combined. Statistically, the deadliest job in America is President. 9% of all Presidents have been assasinated. Out of 45 men who’ve held the post, four have been assassinated in office.
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My Spring Training Experience at Jet Blue Park in Ft. Myers, Florida. By Julia Romano
One of mine and my husband’s favorite pastimes prior to getting married was vacationing on Sanibel Island on the sunny, hot southwest coast of Florida. Each year at the end of February, we would take three weeks to enjoy Sanibel Island’s beautiful, white sandy beaches, relaxed atmosphere, and New England worthy seafood restaurants that would tempt any palate. A major part of our enjoyment during these trips was to travel to Ft. Myers to attend several of the Boston Red Sox Spring Training games at the former City of Palms Park, for which my husband purchased our tickets before we left home. We both loved watching the Red Sox prior to opening season so much, that after we got married on Sanibel Island on March 7, 1997, we traveled to to Ft. Myers for the rest of the week to take in more games. This was obviously our favorite place to be. Many years had flown by, and since 1997, we had returned to Sani78 ShopInRI
bel Island on a few occasions, and along with our two toddlers, never missed a chance to attend a game or two. But with little ones, enjoying the game was not as easy as we had anticipated. Although we still loved the experience, we found that bringing the kids, often left us exhausted as we dragged them around the ballpark. Not once did we make it through the game’s end. Fast forward to February 2018. My children are now 17 and 15, so along with them, it was time for our family to pack the luggage and head south for another fabulous Sanibel Island vacation and another try at attending a Spring Training game at JetBlue Park (newly built in 2012) to support the team that we had never abandoned. On game day, we left the Sundial Beach Resort & Spa, our favorite place to stay on Sanibel Island for a quick 35 minute ride to Jet Blue Park.
We arrived in Ft. Myers and I immediately had a euphoric feeling, reminding me of days long ago. We still had about 90 minutes before the first pitch at 1:05 pm to do some exploring and to settle into our seats. First, the change in the field itself, was a pleasant surprise. We noticed that the field has exactly the same dimensions as Fenway Park and also boasts some of the same unique features as Boston’s stadium. The most memorable aspect was a replica of the Green Monster in left field that has three rows of seats carved into the middle portion of it. We then noticed the manual scoreboard. The scoreboard is an older one that had been used at one point in Fenway Park and because it’s manual, an operator works in a room in between the scoreboard and the foul line and runs out in between innings with a ladder and tiles to change the game’s stats. We also noticed other similarities with Fenway Park, including the triangle, Pesky’s Pole, and the Lone
Red Seat that signifies the longest home run hit in the history of Fenway Park. Another signature attribute of the ballpark is the wavy roof that covers the seats in the stadium, providing shade for the fans. Back in 1997, the absence of this roof was quite evident as we sat in the seething hot Florida afternoons sweating as we cheered on the Red Sox players. The wavy design of the much appreciated roof resembles the Cypress trees in the surrounding area of the ballpark. And the blocks that make up the ballpark are uniquely embedded with sea shells from Sanibel Island, a destination well known for its amazing quantities of shells and sand dollars. As we watched, we indulged some popcorn, cotton candy, and ice cream; but on this day, the family took advantage of food that is not often found at a baseball stadium-fresh lobster rolls, Rib City’s pulled pork sandwiches and half racks of ribs, and for me, hot dogs.
The game, itself, was awesome to watch and the Red Sox defeated the Minnesota Twins 4-3. It was fun watching the roster filled with young and hungry talented players including MVP hopeful Mookie Betts (RF), Xander Bogaerts (SS), Jackie Bradley, Jr. (CF), Rafael Devers (3B), Christian Vazquez (C), Andrew Benintendi (LF) and Blake Swihart (UTIL). It was also nice to get our first glance at new manager Alex Cora. To me and my family, the Spring Training experience represents nothing less than the expression of hope and promise of a new season-one that we hope this talented group of players will end in victory for the Boston Red Sox Due to a perfect day and incredible experience, I am certain that my children will be back, and maybe even years from now-many years from now- with their own families; and hopefully, they will allow me and my husband to tag along!
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What’s Up With That? 1. Outer Space would only be an hour's drive away if your car could drive into the sky at 60MPH. WHAT’S UP WITH THAT?
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