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The Reminder is the Coventry-based shopping guide that has been informing, serving, and raising awareness about local businesses since 1954

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KOVELS ANTIQUES AND COLLECTING

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FOR RELEASE FEB. 27, 2023

By Terry and Kim Kovel

PHOTO CREDIT: Kovels.com

PHOTO CAPTION: This combination desk and chair sold for $1,586 at Neal Auction in New Orleans. It is attributed to Stephen Hedges, who patented the design in 1854.

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The 19th century was a time of innovation in wooden furniture. New inventions, such as the jigsaw, and construction methods, such as mass production, opened up previously unheard-of possibilities for architects and designers.

One such designer was Stephen Hedges of New York, whose patent for a “combined table and chair,” filed in April 1854, can be viewed online in Google Patents. His invention appears to be a small round table, but, with half the hinged tabletop folded back, opens into a desk joined to a semicircular chair. One example made of mahogany with leather upholstery and attributed to Hedges sold at Neal Auction in New Orleans for $1,586.

This style of convertible desk and chair is sometimes known as an “Aaron Burr desk” after the third vice president of the United States. As often happens when a style is associated with a historical figure, it isn’t based on a true story. An article published in 1911 claimed that not only did Burr own a desk like this, but it had also been designed specifically for him to accommodate his short height. That article apparently did not account for the fact Burr died nearly 20 years before Hedges filed his patent!

Q:I’venoticed that Waterford crystal vases, candlesticks and clocks seem to be selling for very low prices on internet marketplaces. I seem to be getting bargains. I recently bought a small Waterford clock for $25. But why is this happening?

A:Waterford crystal was first made in 1783 in the Irish city of Waterford. In 1986, Waterford bought Wedgwood and formed the Waterford Wedgwood Group. It became part of WWRD Holdings in 2009. WWRD was bought by Fiskars in 2015. Waterford and Wedgwood are now brands owned by Fiskars. What you are witnessing is the normal ebb and flow of collecting. Many items that used

This combination desk and chair sold for $1,586 at Neal Auction in New Orleans. It is attributed to Stephen Hedges, who patented the design in 1854.

to sell for high prices — like Bakelite jewelry 15 years ago — are now selling for a lot less. Waterford is at a low ebb. But remember what we say about collecting: You should collect what you love. Don’t collect things to predict the future and expect to make money.

TIP: Experts say you should keep your wooden furniture clean and dust free. Wax or polish it once a year and don’t let it dry out.

CURRENT PRICES

Doll, Kenner, Strawberry Shortcake, Almond Tea, purple wig, painted face, purple eyes, yellow and purple outfit, yellow petal hat, Marza Panda pet, box, 1982, 7 3/4 x 4 3/4 x 2 3/4 inches, $45.

Art glass vase, violet, molded, amber rim and circular foot, labels, Hank Adams, Blenko, 13 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches, pair, $90.

Sports card, baseball, World Series Batting Foes, Mickey Mantle, Hank Aaron, Topps, No. 418, 1958, $235. Pottery dish, Santa Clara, blackware, carved interior, Avanyu water serpent figure around rim, signed, Severa Tafoya, 8 3/4 inches, $705.

For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www.Kovels.com

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Bedrooms

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TREASURES Rhody

ith K-9 Veteran’s Day approaching on March 13th, I was thinking about the role of our furry friends in conjunction with the military over the years. While I can’t even get my dogs to go out and do their business when it’s cold or rainy, some served through many hardships as companions or fellow comrades over the generations, and today there is certainly a collectible market for “War Dog” material. There wasn’t an “official” K-9 corps in the U.S. Army until 1942, but many dogs served as mascots within units. One of the very interesting items in the collection of famed military artist Don Troiani is a brass dog collar for a smaller-sized dog with a purported Bunker Hill provenance. It’s engraved “Daniel Munroe, Soldier, 43rd Regt. 1773.” A search of the muster rolls of this British regiment confirm that Daniel Munroe was with the 43rd regiment at Boston in 1773 and died in late-1774, a year before the famous battle in Charlestown, Massachusetts. According to family lore, it was captured by a soldier from Connecticut during the fight. Maybe the dog ran into Provincial lines, who knows, but it’s a

very cool reminder of a dog’s time with the military just prior to the outbreak of the American Revolution.

By the Civil War, many units had canine mascots. One of the most famous was Sallie, a brindle-coated terrier who joined the 11th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment at the start of the war as a puppy. She would be with the unit through some of the most tumultuous battles of the war. On July 1, 1863, during the fighting of the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg, the unit had heavy casualties who were left behind Confederate lines. Sallie stayed with the dead and wounded of the regiment until the Confederates had retreated. She was wounded during the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House but was nursed back to health by the soldiers in her unit. In February 1865, Sallie was killed during the Battle of Hatchers Run. She was so important to the unit that in 1890 when their monument was placed at Gettysburg, a life-sized bronze sculpture of Sallie was included as a part of the monument. There are other monuments on Civil War battlefields that include canine mascots.

During World War I, a stray was snuck into the 102nd Infantry

Regiment of the 26th Infantry Division. “Stubby” as he was called, went to France, and served in 17 battles with his unit and was given the rank of sergeant. A great picture of Stubby survives wearing a jacket with his Yankee Division patch, rank insignia, and medals. He survived the war and came home a hero. When he died in his sleep years later, his remains were sent to a taxidermist; You can still see him on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.

It wasn’t until March 13, 1942, a year after the start of World War II, that the U.S. Army K-9 Corps was formed, with dogs with handlers in battles all over the Pacific and European theaters of the war. During this time, gear was made by the military for the dogs and has become collectible on the market today. Our dogs are like kids to us. They play and sit on the couch and watch TV, but there were and are many dogs over the years that were out fighting with service men and women helping to protect our country. This K-9 Veterans Day take a moment to honor and remember them!

• Think money doesn’t grow on trees? Try telling that to a certain dog in Colombia. After seeing students pass money to a food stall attendant, the enterprising pooch began a regular practice of “paying” for dog biscuits with tree leaves.

• In a few American cities, Halloween was originally called “Cabbage Night.” The name came from a Scottish fortune-telling game in which girls would use cabbage stumps to predict the identity of their future husband.

• Best-selling author Maya Angelou was San Francisco’s first Black streetcar conductor.

• Sea sponges, like humans, sneeze to clear their internal filter systems. Unlike humans, such sneezes last about half an hour.

• In the 18th century, some wealthy folks with gardens decorated their plots with “ornamental hermits” — actual people whom they paid to dress like a Druid (however they took that to look) and wander around their estates.

• America’s eighth president, Martin Van Buren, tried to keep a pair of tiger cubs given to him by the Sultan of Oman, but Congress made him send them to the zoo.

• The space between the bottom of a cabinet and the floor is called the toe kick.

• “Chess boxing” is a sport in which opponents alternate between rounds of chess and boxing until either competitor is checkmated or knocked out.

• In 2004, Alice Pike tried to use a fake $1 million bill to purchase $1,675 worth of merchandise at Walmart, expecting to receive change from the undoubtedly startled cashier. Well, she did think the bill was genuine … as she remarked (from jail), “You can’t keep up with the U.S. Treasury.”

• The WD-40 Company never patented the WD-40 formula in order to avoid having to publicly disclose its tradesecret ingredients.

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Tricks to trim your utility bill

Arapid rise in the cost of living will undoubtedly prove to be one of the major stories of the past year. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, energy prices rose by 41.6 percent in the 12-month period that ended in June 2022, marking the highest 12-month increase since April 1980.

The significant spike in energy costs is somewhat misleading, as the BLS considers motor fuel prices, which rose more than 60 percent in the 12-month period ending in June 2022, part of the energy category. However, during that same period, electricity prices rose by nearly 14 percent while natural gas prices increased by 38 percent. Both of those increases were more significant than the more publicized rise in food prices, which rose by right around 10 percent.

Families need to eat and many professionals now must return to in-person work after years of pandemic-related remote working, which means they must confront higher fuel costs. That leaves little room to save money in those areas. However, there are ways for families to reduce home energy costs without adversely affecting their quality of life.

• Run appliances during off-peak hours. According to the United States Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the best time to use appliances in a home is when overall electricity use is low. Though this time changes depending on the season and can vary based on geography, the DOE and the EPA both note that after 9 p.m. and before 9 a.m.

Strategic use of appliances in a home can help consumers reduce their energy bills by a significant amount.

are generally the off-peak hours in most areas.

• Strategically use your shades and blinds. The energy providers at ConEd estimate that about 40 percent of unwanted heat comes through windows. Strategic use of curtains, shades and blinds can keep heat out on hot days, thus allowing homeowners to turn the thermostat up on their air conditioning units in summer. Opening curtains, blinds and shades on winter mornings and afternoons will allow more sunlight in, allowing homeowners to control heating costs more effectively.

We Cancel Timeshares for You

Many people believe their timeshares cannot be canceled, but they often can be Our founder and CEO, Chuck McDowell, has successfully fought in federal court for the right to help timeshare owners — like you — out of their “binding” agreements. Whether you were misled or pressured, you may have an easy exit.

How Does the Cancellation Process Work?

• Start with a FREE consultation to discuss your needs.

• If we see that the circumstances of your agreement qualify you to exit the timeshare, you’ll be assigned a specialist to walk you through gathering documentation.

• Our Resolution Department then works quickly to have your timeshare and related fees permanently terminated.

We are able to help most timeshare owners that contact us. You could be one phone call away from complete peace of mind.

Get your free information kit and see if you qualify:

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• Reorganize your refrigerator. There are plenty of contradictory strategies regarding how best to store foods in a refrigerator so the unit consumes as little energy as possible while still keeping foods fresh and chilled. But various energy providers, including ConEd, recommend that consumers avoid packing a fridge too tightly. By allowing cold air to circulate within the refrigerator, the refrigerator won’t need to work as hard, and thus consume as much energy, to keep foods cool. It’s important to note that the opposite should govern how the freezer is packed. Packing frozen

items tightly in the freezer will help the refrigerator work a little less hard.

• Turn off the lights. Estimates from the U.S. Energy Information Administration indicate that electricity for lighting accounts for around 10 percent of electricity consumption in homes. A concerted effort to turn off lights in rooms that aren’t being used can help consumers save money.

Rising utility bills are compelling millions of people to seek ways to trim their energy consumption. Thankfully, there are many ways to do that without upsetting daily routines.

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Community News

AARP CHAPTER 2210 LOBSTER BAKE & FOXWOODS TRIP

AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a Lobster Bake at Cap’n Jack’s & Foxwoods Casino trip for April 18. Bus pickup from the Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 10AM, return time is approximately 6PM. Cost is $119/person. For more information call Maureen at 828-5188. Final payment due by March 28.

ST. FRANCIS EPISCOPAL CHURCH CORNED BEEF DINNER

St. Francis Episcopal Church, 132 Peckham Lane, Coventry, will hold their Annual Corned Beef Dinner on March 11 at 6PM. Tickets are $16/adult, $8/child & children 5 and under are guests of the Church. Call Cindy at 397-4337 for reservations.

HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP)

Have trouble paying your heating bill? The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps income eligible families pay their heating bills. The HEAP is a Primary Grant that is sent directly to your utility company or fuel provider, and it will be credited on your bill. You don’t need to have an unpaid bill, you can either rent or own your home, and must meet current gross income guidelines. Please call 732-4660, Ext. 175 for more information.

NARCONON

Drug overdoses have become the leading cause of accidental death in the Unites States with heroin & other opiates being the largest contributor. If your loved one is struggling with drug abuse of any kind, now is the time to get them the help they need. If you believe one of your loved ones is abusing drugs, learn how you can make a difference by visiting narcononnewliferetreat.org/drug-rehab

BINGO AT KNOTTY OAK VILLAGE

Knotty Oak Village Community Hall Bingo is back!! Bingo to be held at 14 Manchester Circle, Coventry on Saturdays at 4PM - doors open at 3PM. Snacks & beverages will be available for purchase.

ONGOING FOOD DRIVE TO BENEFIT VETERANS

The High 5 Pantry at Flat River Tavern, 2260 Flat River Road in Coventry will have an ongoing Food Drive to benefit local Veterans. Please drop off your non-perishable donations anytime during their normal business hours. Call 407-2121 with any questions.

TOPS MEETING

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) #38 meets Thursday mornings at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 99 Pierce Street in East Greenwich (lower level). Weigh-in begins at 9:30AM, the meeting begins at 10AM. The meeting will last no more than one hour, beginning to end. They welcome new members at any time. At the side parking lot, you will see a set of doors. Enter, stairs to lower level are in front of you. Donations of canned goods are welcome. For more information, call Joan Tinkham at 401-739-5322.

ENGLISH CLASSES AT THE WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY

English Classes for beginners, intermediate, and advanced students are available at the West Warwick Public Library. Classes begin the week of January 9 and continue through May 9. There is a registration fee for materials. Spanish Classes for beginners and conversational students will also be offered (book purchase required). To register or for more information, contact Maria at 828-3750, Ext. 106 or email maria@wwpl.org

SATURDAY GRAB & GO WEEKLY MEALS

Are you or is someone you know an elder in Coventry or West Warwick? St. Vincent de Paul Society is offering a warm meal from their Saturday Grab & Go weekly meals. To schedule a delivery or pick up of a warm meal, please call 828-3090 before 3PM on Wednesdays. If picking up your meal, please go to the OLC School Gym, 445 Washington Street in Coventry, between 11AM-12PM on Saturday.

ZUMBA FITNESS CLASSES

AT COVENTRY RESOURCE & SENIOR CENTER

The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry is offering Zumba Fitness Classes on Tuesdays from 11:15AM-12:15PM. Join them for some fun, easy to follow, low impact dance moves. Cost is $3 per class. Call 822-9175 to register.

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICE

SPOTLIGHT: KILL A WATT POWER METER

Coventry Public Library has a power meter available to borrow ìto accurately measure power consumption of household appliances and to determine the actual cost of power consumed. The unit will also project, in real time, the cost of continued use of the appliance in time periods of hour, day, week, month, and year.” For more information about borrowing the Kill A Watt power meter, stop by the Circulation Desk or call 8229100 and press 1.

WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY FIBER CRAFT CLUB

The West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick invites patrons ages 6+ to join them on March 22 at 6PM for this new club that brings together fiber arts crafters of all ages and experience levels. Learn to crochet with a member of staff or bring in your own fiber arts projects to work on! All children must be accompanied by an adult. All questions can be directed to ref@wwpl.org

WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY ADULT SENSORY TIME

The West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick invites adults to particpate in this new program on March 21 at 2PM, where they can socialize and do relaxing self directed activities such as coloring, painting, and puzzles. This program is designed for those with sensory processing challenges, ASD, and/or other needs, however, all are welcome. Sign-up is not required. All questions can be directed to ref@ wwpl.org

THE WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS...

West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick will host “World War 2: Coastal Defense and Military in Narragansett Bay”, presented by OLLI on March 15 at 5:30PM. For many Rhode Islanders, Narragansett Bay is a place of pride, beauty, recreation, and peace. However, its history reveals so much more. Call 828-3750 for more information.

TECH HELP HOUR AT THE WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY

West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick is offering Tech Help Hour every other Wednesday at 3PM. Sign up to receive up to 15 minutes of one-on-one tech help! There will be multiple staff and volunteers available to assist with light tech help. Staff cannot fix hardware issues. For more information, or to register, email anne@wwpl.org or call 8283750, Ext. 5.

YELLOW HORSE

EQUINE ASSISTED ACTIVITIES & THERAPY PROGRAM SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

In partnership with the unique attributes of the horse, Yellow Horse facilitates social, emotional and behavioral growth and learning to children, adults, families and the community through equine assisted activities and therapy programs. We are looking for volunteers to join our Yellow Horse family. Horse experience is not necessary; just a positive attitude and desire to participate! Free training provided. Ages 15 and Up. Located at 40 Collins Road in Ashaway. For more information visit www. yellow-horse-equine.com or email volunteer@yellowhorseri.com

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF KENT COUNTY OFFERS ENGLISH LESSONS

Learn to speak, read & write English. Enroll in Literacy Volunteers of Kent County’s free learning program. In just a few hours per week, you can improve your English skills in speaking, reading and writing. You will be paired with a Tutor who will instruct you, one-on-one according to your individual needs. Lessons are scheduled at your convenience and all information exchanged remains confidential. Please call 8229103 or email lvkc@coventrylibrary.org for more information.

COVENTRY CARES COMMUNITY CARE CLINIC NURSE HOURS

The Coventry Cares Community Care Clinic Nurses Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 8:30AM-12:30PM with Nurse Jane or Nurse Carolyn. The Clinic is set up at the Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry.

COVENTRY SENIOR CENTER WEDNESDAY BINGO

The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry, will once again hold Bingo on Wednesdays from 1:30-4PM. The cost is $6 for 8 games. Please note that prizes have gone up as well as adding an additional Special & Quickie. You must be 18 years or older to play.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT GEN. NATHANAEL GREENE HOMESTEAD

The Gen. Nathanael Greene Homestead in Coventry is looking for individuals interested in becoming Tour Guides for the season. The Homestead, also known as “Spell Hall”, was built by Nathanael Greene in 1770 and has been authentically restored as a Museum dedicated to his memory. Tour Guides will learn about Gen. Greene, his family, and life in the 18th Century. Experience is not necessary. All information will be provided and scheduling is flexible. For more information, please email nathanaelgreenehmst@gmail.com Visit us at nathanaelgreenehomestead.org

PAINE HOUSE MUSEUM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

Paine House needs your help. Volunteers needed to preserve local history. Looking for folks interested in research, computers, photography, gardening & yard work, fund raising, etc. If interested, call Bob at 439-7513 for more information.

SEEKING MUSICIANS

Are you 55 or over? Play harmonica, guitar, banjo, mandolin, ukulele or any other instrument? We need you! Senior volunteer band plays gigs at Senior Centers, Nursing Homes, etc. Call David 368-6895 or Roger (nights) 397-5157.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEST WARWICK HEAVENLY HEART FOOD PANTRY

First Baptist Church of West Warwick, 1613 Main Street, has their Heavenly Heart Food Pantry open to all from 11AM-2PM on the 1st Saturday of every month.

RIPTA BUS PASSES

A Representative from the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will be at the Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry on March 29 from 10AM12PM. The fee is $10. People 65 & older or people with disabilities will need current State picture ID, Medicaid Card dated 2019 or newer, Food Stamp Award Letter and/or Social Security Award Letter.

FREE TAX AID AT THE WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY

AARP is offering free income tax preparation for RI residents at the West Warwick Public Library every Tuesday morning from February 7-April 11. To make an appointment, visit the Reference Desk or call 828-3750, Ext. 1 for more information.

PASSPORT APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED AT THE WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY

The West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick is accepting Passport Applications (DS-11 Forms only) on behalf of the US Dept. of State. Please contact Information Services at 828-3750, Ext. 1 or email ref@wwpl. org to schedule an appointment or for more information. For even more information, you can call 1-577-487-2778 or visit travel.state.gov

VOLUNTEER TOUR GUIDES

NEEDED

The Paine House, 7 Station Street in Coventry is looking for volunteer Tour Guides to share this unique historical site with the general public. Can you spare a few hours once or twice a month? All training and materials will be provided, no special skills required. This opportunity is suitable for High School students to adults. Training classes for the 2022 season will begin soon. If interested, call Bob at 439-7513 or email info@ westernrihistory.org

COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS... Coventry Library & WRICHS will host “Man vs Machine” on March 16 at 6PM. Join us for this FREE program! A speaker from the Western RI Civic Historical Society (WRICHS) will tell us about different tasks that people used to do by hand and now do with machines and they will ask the question, “Are the machines really better?” This talk will be complemented with artifacts from the Paine House. Registration is recommended for this program. To register, contact Lauren at lwalker@ coventrylibrary.org or 822-9104.

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1. GEOGRAPHY: Which river flows through the European capitals of Vienna and Budapest?

2. SCIENCE: At what temperature are Fahrenheit and Celsius equal?

3. TELEVISION: The comedy series “Frasier” is a spinoff of which sitcom?

4. LITERATURE: Which novel features a character named Katniss Everdeen?

5. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of beans are used in falafel?

6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a beaver’s home called?

7. THEATER: Which musical features a character named Tracy Turnblad?

8. MOVIES: Which actress plays the young Wendy Darling in the movie “Hook”?

9. HISTORY: Who invented the game of lacrosse?

10. SCIENCE: What percentage of the world’s population has brown eyes? Answers

1. The Danube River.

2. -40.

3. “Cheers.”

4. “The Hunger Games.”

5. Chickpeas or fava beans.

6. A lodge, or a den.

7. “Hairspray.”

8. Gwyneth Paltrow.

9. Iroquois tribes in the eastern United States and Canada.

10. 70%-80%.

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1. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (PG-13) Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly

2. Avatar: The Way of Water (PG-13) Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana

3. Magic Mike’s Last Dance (R) Salma Hayek, Channing Tatum

4. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG) Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek

5. Knock at the Cabin (R) Dave Bautista, Jonathan Groff

6. 80 for Brady (PG-13) Rita Moreno, Jane Fonda

7. Titanic (PG-13) Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet

8. Marlowe (R) Liam Neeson, Diane Kruger

9. Missing (PG-13) Tim Griffin, Ava Zaria Lee

10. A Man Called Otto (PG-13) Tom Hanks, John Higgins

portant news.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Careful — you might be stepping into dangerous territory if you decide to exaggerate the facts too much. Remember: The truth speaks for itself and needs no embellishment.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Seeing the silly side of some really ridiculous situations helps give the Lamb a new perspective on how to handle them. Some important contacts can be made this weekend.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Try to complete your outstanding tasks by midweek. This leaves you free to take advantage of new possibilities — both professional and personal — opening up by week’s end.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Seeing the silly side of some really ridiculous situations helps give the Lamb a new perspective on how to handle them. Some important contacts can be made this weekend.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) With both your creative side and energy levels rising this week, you should be able to tackle that too-long-neglected project again. A family member might have important news.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) An explanation you requested seems to be more confusing than enlightening. You should insist on clarifications now, rather than dealing with problems that might arise later.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Try to complete your outstanding tasks by midweek. This leaves you free to take advantage of new possibilities -- both professional and personal -- opening up by week’s end.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your energy levels might be ebbing a bit. But that’s no excuse for taking catnaps when you could be working on those unfinished tasks. There’ll be time to curl up and relax by week’s end.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) With both your creative side and energy levels rising this week, you should be able to tackle that too-long-neglected project again. A family member might have im-

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) It’s a good time to get those ideas out of your head and into a readable format if you hope to turn them into something doable. In other news, a good friend is ready with worthwhile advice.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) An explanation you requested seems to be more confusing than enlightening. You should insist on clarifications now, rather than dealing with problems that might arise later.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Although your workplace successes have earned you many admirers, there are some colleagues who are not among them. Be careful how you proceed with your new project.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You might have to go into great detail to explain why you’re currently reluctant to make changes to an already prepared plan. Be sure you have all the facts to back yourself up.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Careful -- you might be stepping into dangerous territory if you decide to exaggerate the facts too much. Remember: The truth speaks for itself and needs no embellishment.

uncertain. But instead of getting upset about the delay, open yourself up to other possibilities and begin checking out some alternative destinations.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your energy levels might be ebbing a bit. But that’s no excuse for taking catnaps when you could be working on those unfinished tasks. There’ll be time to curl up and relax by week’s end.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Travel plans might still be uncertain. But instead of getting upset about the delay, open yourself up to other possibilities and begin checking out some alternative destinations.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Changing conditions might require you to alter some of your plans. While you might be agreeable to this, be prepared with explanations for those who do not want changes made.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Although your workplace successes have earned you many admirers, there are some colleagues who are not among them. Be careful how you proceed with your new project.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Changing conditions might require you to alter some of your plans. While you might be agreeable to this, be prepared with explanations for those who do not want changes made.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Although you might have to deal with some detractors who aren’t too kind in their critiques, you gain points in your favor when you’re willing to stand up and defend your work.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for creating a warm and loving environment between yourself and others.

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VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) It’s a good time to get those ideas out of your head and into a readable format if you hope to turn them into something doable. In other news, a good friend is ready with worthwhile advice.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You might have to go into great detail to explain why you’re currently reluctant to make changes to an already prepared plan. Be sure you have all the facts to back yourself up.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Travel plans might still be

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Although you might have to deal with some detractors who aren’t too kind in their critiques, you gain points in your favor when you’re willing to stand up and defend your work.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for creating a warm and loving environment between yourself and others.

COVENTRY RESIDENTS

WE WANT YOUR IDEAS

You are Invited to an Important Upcoming Meeting

The Town of Coventry Comprehensive Plan Update

When: March 21, 2023; 6:00-8:00 pm

Where: Resource & Senior Center located at 50 Wood St

As the Town continues to draft an update to the Comprehensive Plan, more input from you is requested

The Town wants to ensure a solid interface of the drafted policies and actions to achieve the Plan's stated vision and goals, and shape future land use This plan sets the foundation for future development

To that end, we want your insight on how you believe the Plan's vision and goals should be achieved - that is, we want you to strategically identify how the plan should be carried out.

Please join us!

Also, please visit the Comprehensive Plan webpage: www coventryri org/comprehensive-plan

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cyclist who won 10 Grand Tour races, including five Tour de France victories, from 1978-85.

6. Former Major League Baseball pitcher Roberto Hernandez went by what name before his visa from the Dominican Republic was discovered to be fraudulent in 2012?

7. According to Abe Simpson (voice of Dan Castellaneta) in a 1995 episode of “The Simpsons,” what NFL great has “a haircut you could set your watch to”? Answers

1. Bud Collins.

2. “Pong.”

3. Bucknell University.

4. James Naismith’s original rules of basketball.

5. Bernard Hinault.

6. Fausto Carmona.

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