May 10, 2023 e-EDITION

MONTHLY CRAFT AT COVENTRY SENIOR CENTER

Oak Street Health will sponsor monthly crafts at the Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry. This month’s craft will be on May 18 at 10:30AM. Sign up at the Mealsite desk by May 12.

26TH ANNUAL ECOLOGY DAY CELEBRATION

The JAYCEES of Kent County invite you to their 26th Annual Ecology Day Celebration on May 13 at 10AM at Riverpoint Community Park, 110 Hay Street (Rtes. 115W/33E) in West Warwick along the Greenway. The Celebration will include Military Honors, Spiritual Presentations, Station Fire Memorial and Public Plantings. Bring your favorite garden tool! Call 828-9191 or email wwjayceeskc@aol.com for more information.

ADULT SCRAPBOOKING EVENT AT COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Join us for this fun craft event and make your own mini scrapbook on May 11 from 5:30-6:30PM! We will provide a 6”X8” scrapbook album and scrapbooking supplies. All you need to bring is some printed photos to scrapbook! Registration is required, as supplies are limited. To register, contact Lauren at lwalker@coventrylibrary.org or 822-9104.

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Who this program is NOT for:

2. Homeowners that have replaced sections of their roof over the years, piece by piece 3.

WANTED: Antiques and collectibles. Moving or just cleaning out?

We pay more for your old jewelry, glassware, furniture, pottery, clocks, paintings, military items, crocks, post cards, cameras, photos, old coins, etc. For prompt and courteous service call Bill, 821-0381.

CLEANUPS: Attics, cellars, garages, buildings, yards, leaves. Some cleanouts for content. Anything hauled away. Very reasonable. Reliable service! Free estimates. Call for your small moving needs. Lic. #37379/Insured. 30 Years of reliable service. 3972781 or 741-2781.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE: JW Studley & Sons. Cut & split seasoned wood. $250/ cord. Est. 1982. Not a fly by night! 641-0212.

HAVE TRUCK WILL HAUL: Junk, brush, construction debris. DUMPSTERS also available. 497-1282.

WRIGHT WALKBEHIND LAWN

MOWER: 48”, 15 Hp Kawasaki motor, includes grass catcher. Excellent condition. $1200 OBO. 206-9293.

MEDICAL KNEE

FREE: Horse manure for composting, will load large loads. Also, standing dead hardwoods, we’ll take down, you take away. 397-3725.

FREE WOODEN PALLETS: Great for Summer campfires. 64 Hope Avenue, Hope (side of red building).

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WESTWOOD ESTATES

1. GEOGRAPHY: How many U.S. states border Canada?

2. THEATER: The musical “My Fair Lady” is based on which play?

3. SCIENCE: Who was the first person to win Nobel prizes in two different sciences?

4. MOVIES: Which 1997 movie featured a character named Jack Dawson?

5. TELEVISION: What is the name of Ross’s pet monkey in “Friends”?

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LAWNS CUT & TRIMMED: $27 Average. Free estimates. Senior Citizens’ Discount. Weekly/Bi-weekly. Call Sal at 855-9028.

SCOOTER: New, assembled, with hand brake, basket & comfort knee pad. $75. 2413228. MOVING SALE: Sofa, dark navy, 3 cushions, 76” long. $400. Coffee table, beveled glass, cane bottom, 50” long, 22” wide with 2 end tables to match. $300. Set lamps, cut glass. $40. Maple hutch, 2-piece, $250. Oval table with extension & 4 chairs, $200. Call 821-2188.

DUMP RUNS: Furniture, appliances, construction debris, brush, junk. 1-860304-6740.

LABRADOODLES: Black, male & females. Ready now. Vet exam and health guarantee. $1000. 474-7454.

OLD COINS WANTED: Indian $.01 & Buffalo $.05, Silver Dollars. High prices! 946-1070.

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS FRIDAY AT 4PM

2 - 10’WX8’H DOORS for a 20’X12’X8’ tent, still in box. $40. Thatcher for a tractor, $25. 823-8012.

PRESSURIZED SAND BLASTER, 80 lbs. $250. Engine crane, 1400 lbs., 3T long ram. $250. 1/2T Cleveland hoist, $100. Lolly columns, 3”X87”. $50 each. 828-6820.

WANTED: Junk lawn mowers & generators. Will take for free. 829-0377.

SPRING BAZAAR & YARD SALE! 1A Liena Rose Way, Coventry: Join us on May 13 for our Spring Craft Show at 9AM. Tables galore with woodcrafts, signs, goodies to eat, and handiwork of all kinds. Find your Mother’s Day gifts here for something new and unusual. Yard Sale opens at 7AM.

22 STATE STREET, West Warwick: Saturday May 13, 8AM-2PM.

3-FAMILY YARD SALE!

77 Yale Drive, Coventry: Saturday May 13, 8AM-2PM. Mix of everything.

RAMBLEWOOD ESTATES, Coventry: May 13, 7AM2PM. Rain date May 20.

26 LONGBOW DRIVE, West Warwick: May 13, 9AM-2PM. Backyard Sale! Pats, Red Sox, something for all. Too much to list! No tools. Rain date May 14.

26 STONE STREET, Coventry: May 13, 8AM2PM. Multi Family! Over 300 pieces of brand new jewelry under $5, lots of clothes, toys, household items, puzzles, comforters, and so much more!

MULTI FAMILY! 102 Weaver Hill Road, West Greenwich: May 13, 9AM3PM. Household items, closet items, lots to choose from.

WANTAKNOWHOW GARDEN CLUB

PLANT SALE

The Wantaknowhow Garden Club will hold a Plant Sale on Saturday, May 20 from 8AM-12PM at Summit Baptist Church, 1176 Victory Highway (Rte. 102), Greene. All plants $5 each. All proceeds benefit Scholarship Fund.

6. LANGUAGE: How many languages exist worldwide?

7. FOOD & DRINK: Which country produces Manchego cheese?

8. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: How many track and field events are in a decathlon?

9. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president had the most children?

10. MUSIC: What is the title of Britney Spears’ first album?

1. 13.

Answers

2. “Pygmalion,” by George Bernard Shaw.

3. Marie Curie, physics and chemistry.

4. “Titanic.”

5. Marcel.

6. More than 7,000.

7. Spain.

8. 10.

9. John Tyler, who fathered 15 children.

10. “... Baby One More Time.” © 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

GADZOOKS!

Your favorite business doesn’t advertise in THE REMINDER? Well, why not bring them a free copy of the paper and tell them how much you and your friends enjoy it?

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Prayer to the BLESSED VIRGIN

(Never known to fail). O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the sea, help me and show me here in, you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). ere are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times.) Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days. You must publish it and it will be granted to you. Grateful anks.

COMPLIMENTARY MANICURES AT THE COVENTRY SENIOR CENTER

The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry will offer complimentary manicures by students from the CHS Cosmetology Program on May 11 from 9AM11:30AM. Sign-up in the mealsite.

BY JENNIFER COATES

Travel. For some, the pure love of travel courses through their veins like lifeblood. Now that the world has literally opened up again, the desire to travel has exploded ~ and taken some new and exciting directions. Just ask Rhode Island’s very own “celebrity chef”, Chef Walter Potenza.

Many may recognize Chef Walter from his many appearances on Channel 6’s weekend cooking segments.

Others may know him from his culinary school, aptly named Chef Walter’s Cooking School ~ one here in Rhode Island, another in Dubai (yes, you heard it, Dubai!). Some may even know him from his years as a restauranteur. Chef Walter is a busy man, and his life got a whole lot busier when he took his passion for travel, for cuisine, for teaching and for exploring the world to a whole new level.

Today, as he has done since 1996, Chef Walter leads Culinary Tours throughout

Italy. Combining his love of his homeland (he is a native of Abruzzo, Italy) with his true calling as a Master Chef who specializes in Italian and Jewish cooking and who has a lifelong commitment to the sustainability of the planet, he takes his guests on sensory journeys through this famous country. Chef Walter calls these private tours ~ led by an authentic Italian chef ~ “Flavors & Knowledge Tours with Chef Walter.” And this is exactly what they are.

Wine tastings throughout Italy. Cheese tastings throughout Italy. Dessert tastings throughout Italy. It is a culinary dream which cannot be duplicated or imitated. It is the best of the best, by the best of the best.

If you think Chef Walter’s culinary tours are ordinary, you haven’t met Chef Walter. He is knowledgeable, thorough, talented, dedicated and an excellent host. He has also done his due-diligence

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with “pre-tours”; these are tours that he takes before the actual paid tours of his travelers.

Walter scours the countryside, looking for the best vineyards, the best cucinas, the best chefs, the best accommodations, the most environmentallyconscientious forms of transportation. His years of travel have introduced him to people around the regions of Sicily, Palermo, Tuscany (and more) with whom he has developed enduring relationships. They work closely with him to create the most authentic, experience-based, hands-on tour possible. Travelers get to go “behind the scenes” to see and taste and feel the most unforgettable gastronomic experiences of a lifetime.

These culinary tours are held twice a year ~ best to book at least six months in advance as the tours are intentionally kept small and intimate. They run in the spring & fall. The tours are seven days/eight nights. The cost includes everything but your flights and any incidentals. They involve lots of eating and only moderate walking.

Come “Admire & Taste Italy through the Eyes & Palate of a Chef.”

To schedule your tour, contact Master Chef Walter Potenza at 401-273-2652 or at www.ChefWalter.com.

Meet Chef Walter Potenza, local chef and host of “Flavors & Knowledge Tours” of Italy, and beyond! Immerse yourself in the tastes, sights, smells and magic of Italy through the eyes of this talented and world-travelled chef. Call 401-273-2652 to book your tour today!

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CHEVALIER CESSPOOL CLEANERS: Cesspools and septic tanks pumped. New systems installed. Sewer connections. 736-8313.

ELECTRICAL

JADE ELECTRIC: Wiring, emergencies. Prompt and courteous. 8285908, 738-7835. Lic.# A1538. Insured.

RICHARD J. PIZZI Electrical Contractor: 550 Providence Street, West Warwick. Residential Wiring (home repairs). No job too small. A145, insured. 580-8803.

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FENCE INSTALLATION & REPAIR

VENTURA FENCE CO., INC.: Serving Rhode Island since 1975 for all your fencing needs. Insured. RI Reg #7260. Call anytime 821-7200.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MOFFITT & ASSOCIATES, LLC.: Financial Services and Investments, Retirement Planning and 401K rollovers. www.victormoffittandco.com 1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry (401)828-0097.

GARAGE DOORS

CARR’S OVERHEAD DOOR, INC.: Residential and commercial garage doors & openers. Best prices, quality materials, factory authorized Lift Master and Wayne Dalton Dealers. Reg. #13612. 332 Nooseneck Hill Road, Exeter, RI (401) 397-6015.

HANDYMAN SERVICES

TJ’S HANDYMAN: Demo kitchens & baths. Will handle your "Honeydo List". No job too small. Tom, 207-8263.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS_____________________

LEWIS & CLARKE ENTERPRISES, INC.: New homes, additions, garages, kitchens, bathrooms, family rooms, roofs, and repairs. 3453227. RI Reg. #5646.

BILL’S REMODELING: Additions, Formica, finish work, custom built vanities, siding. No job too small. Bill Langlais 397-9256 after 5pm. RI Registration #648.

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION

ALL SEASONS LAWNCARE, INC.: Full Service Landscape Maintenance and Construction Company. From lawncare to installation of brick paver walkways and patios. 732-7993. RI Reg. #43492

LAUNDRY SERVICE_________________________

Let us wash, dry and fold your laundry. Pick up and delivery available. THORPE’S LAUNDROMAT AND DRY CLEANING. 401-826-7158. 560 Providence Street, West Warwick.

PEST CONTROL _____________________________

WINFIELD TERMITE & PEST CONTROL: All your pest needs. 8217800.

KENT COUNTY PEST CONTROL, LLC: Residential and Commercial. Certified in Industrial, Structural and Health Related Pest Control. 100% Guaranteed. 401-569-0212.

PLUMBING & HEATING _____________________

JOHN P. KEOGH PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING: Electric sewer rooter service. Master Plumber Lic. #1881. 401-862-8810.

A GOOD PLUMBER: Plumbing, heating, drain cleaning. 8082284. RI Lic. #MP002399. MA Lic. #30436.

• On May 20, 1609, Shakespeare’s sonnets were first printed in London by “procurer of manuscripts” and publisher Thomas Thorpe. While it is unclear how he acquired the manuscript, it may have been an illegal copy, and was apparently issued without the Bard’s permission, causing some damage to Thorpe’s reputation.

• On May 17, 1861, the first color photo, of a tartan ribbon, was taken by Thomas Sutton and Scottish mathematical physicist James Clerk Maxwell, by photographing it three times through red, blue and yellow filters before combining the images into a single color composite.

• On May 21, 1881, former schoolteacher, patent clerk and later pioneering nurse Clarissa Harlowe Barton, better known as Clara Barton, founded the American Red Cross. She served as its president for 23 years before retiring in 1904 at the age of 83. She was posthumously inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in 1973.

• On May 16, 1947, singer Billie Holiday was arrested at her New York apartment on the charge of narcotics possession. When it came time to appear in court, her attorney advised her to plead guilty, thinking she’d likely be placed on probation and taken to a hospital for addiction treatment. She was instead sentenced to a year and a day in prison.

• On May 18, 1974, India conducted its first successful nuclear bomb test. The mission’s code name was “Smiling Buddha.” The bomb was detonated on the army base Pokhran Test Range under the supervision of several key Indian generals.

• On May 15, 1990, the “Portrait of Dr. Gachet” by Vincent van Gogh was sold for $82.5 million in just three minutes, becoming the most expensive painting ever sold at an auction. The artist had lived with Gachet following a spell in an asylum, and Gachet cared for van Gogh during the last months of his life.

• On May 19, 1996, the Space Shuttle Endeavour launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on its 11th mission. In 10 days and 40 minutes, the shuttle completed 161 revolutions and covered a total distance of more than 4 million miles before landing. © 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

POWER WASHING __________________________

THOR’S PRESSURE & SOFT WASH: Commercial & Residential. Roof & Exterior Cleaning. Fully licensed and insured. RI Registration GC-46062. Free Estimates. Call Thor, 401-441-8672. facebook.com/ ThorsHouseWash

COAST TO COAST POWER WASHING: Everything residential. When quality and service matter. Who wants to pressure wash on their day off? Save yourself time. Call this week! Complete satisfaction guaranteed. Free price quotes. Ken, 401-413-0547. 20% OFF WITH THIS AD! RI Reg. #GC47967.

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Deadline: Last Thursday of each month for ads starting the following month. Mail or bring your ad to The Reminder. 5 Coventry Shoppers Park, Coventry, RI02816. Phone: 821-2216. Fax: 821-0397.

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CAPTION: Royal Worcester is one of and most famous makers of porcethis ram’s head pitcher in 1888.

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Since 1751, Royal Worcester has been known worldwide for its collections of porcelain goods. It remains one of the oldest producers of tableware and decorative items in England.

In the late 19th century, Royal Worcester designed unique pitchers and ewers with handles that were parts of animals or tree branches. Stag horns, dragons, winged creatures, bamboo branches and artwork popularized their style.

Painted Japonisme-style chrysanthemums and poppies with gold trim float on the ivory background of the body of this pitcher. The handle is shaped like a ram’s head. It sold for $118 at William Bunch Auctions of Pennsylvania. It was marked with the date 1888. The ivory background color became very popular in the late 19th century but was discontinued in 1914.

Q:Our dining room table has been in the family for generations. It’s sturdy but is very wellused and looks it. If we decide to sell it, is it a good idea to refinish it? Or does that lower the value?

A:Generally, refinishing a piece of furniture will not lower the value unless it is a museum-quality antique from the 18th or 19th centuries or associated with a famous owner, maker or designer. But if your table is meant to be used, rather than displayed as a work of art, refinishing an old, scratched surface will make it more appealing to potential buyers. Do you know your table’s age or maker? Check it for labels or maker’s marks. To guess its age based on family history, take your age and add 25 years for each generation after its original owner. (This will not give you an exact age, but can help you approximate it.) If you are still in doubt about whether or not to refinish your table, consult a professional refinisher or appraiser. You can find some listed on Kovels.com in the business directory.

TIP: Outdoor bronze garden figures should be waxed twice a year for protection.

CURRENT PRICES

Doll, Western Barbie, blond hair, eye winks, silver Western-style jumpsuit with trim, fringe on cuffs, boots, hat, comb, brush, box, 1980, 12 inches, $65.

Glass vase, green and opalescent green, tall with fluted sides, flared out scalloped rim, clear knop and disc foot, marked Libbey, c. 1930, 8 1/4 inches, $465.

Pair of lamps, walnut base, four tapered sides, cylindrical paneled banana fiber parchment shade, pointed finial, Robert Whitley, c. 1975, 42 x 18 1/2 inches, pair, $1,625.

Learn the six collectibles NOT to collect anymore at www.kovels.com.

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Royal Worcester is one of the oldest and most famous makers of porcelain. It made this ram’s head pitcher in 1888.

KEVIN’S HOME REPAIR: RI

823-3572. NEW INSTALLS

INCLUDE: Doors, windows, storms, vents, railings, steps, vinyl gutter guards, chimney caps.

REPAIRS INCLUDE: Roof repair, siding repairs, deck repairs, screens, painting, minor chimney repairs, wood, rot. POWERWASHING (no chemicals).

SEASONAL: Gutter cleaning, professional quality shrub/hedge trimming. 823-3572.

JMD LANDSCAPING & REMOVAL

SERVICES, LLC.: Lawn cuts, mulching, shrub trimming, rototilling, yard debris & junk removal. Insured. RI Reg. #001732056. Call 688-4242.

CLASSIFIED

DEADLINE IS FRIDAY AT 4PM

DUMP TRAILER RENTAL: 15-Yard trailer. Same day service. I drop, you fill. Household trash, construction debris. Cleanouts also available. All major Credit Cards accepted. Call 206-3715.

GENERATORS: Transfer switches installed. Master Electrician. RI #A4602. Insured. Call Jay, 826-2826.

LAWNS CUT & TRIMMED: $27 Average. Free estimates. Senior Citizens’ Discount. Weekly/Bi-weekly. Call Sal at 855-9028.

HOME REPAIRS, PAINTING & CLEANOUTS: Free estimates. Felix, 3462729.

SPRING CLEAN-UP: Yards raked, lawns mowed, shrubs trimmed, trees cut down, brush hauled away, debris hauled away. Quality work. Excellent rates. Doug, 826-3444.

SPECIAL MEETING

The Special Meeting will be held at the Coventry Senior Center 50 Wood Street, Coventry, RI 02816-5841 at 6:30 PM

The purpose of the meeting is for the review and public comment regarding potential updates to the Charter and By-Laws of the District

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Join our team for an opportunity to work in a friendly, community based environment. Seeking a “people person” with strong organizational skills. Sales experience and knowledge of basic computer skills are preferred, but will train the right candidate.

TAVERN ON THE HILL has immediate openings for Line Cooks, Prep Cooks, Dishwasher, Bartenders & Closing Manager. Cooks will be paid by experience, willing to train the right person. Apply within 809 Nooseneck Hill Road, West Greenwich after 4PM.

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CAMPGROUND

MANAGER for family friendly campground: Responsibilities include taking reservations & processing payments and record keeping. Also, welcoming and providing information to guests, showing them to their site, etc. The manager will also run the campground store. Computer skills are required and applicant should be able to multi task. Must work weekends. Salary is $14-$15/hour depending on experience. Please contact Oak Embers Campground in West Greenwich at 408-0641.

CLEANING: 18+ Years of experience. Thorough, reliable, with excellent references upon request. Call 248-3839. **I’m fully vaccinated**

CNA/HOME HEALTH PROVIDER: Willing to work as a fill-in, very flexible hours. Many years experience in homecare. Excellent references. 516-3936.

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WEST WARWICK: Nice, large, 1 bed, newly renovated. Applianced, heat, hot water & electricity included, parking. No pets. No smoking. $220/Week. 2 Week’s security. 8285080.

Call today, 595-8703.

WINNIPESAUKEE LUNCHEON CRUISE TRIP

AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a Lake Winnipesaukee Luncheon Cruise trip August 17. Experience the majesty of Lake Winnipesaukee during your 2.5 hour narrated scenic tour aboard the historic M/S Mount Washington cruise vessel. Bus pickup from the Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 8:30AM, return time is approximately 6:30PM. Cost is $134/person. For more information call Maureen at 828-5188. Final Payment due by July 10.

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How You Can Trim Expenses to Save for What Matters Most

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Whether you’re saving to buy a home, putting money in your child’s college fund or just trying to cover higher costs for necessities, you may be looking for ways to keep more money in your wallet so you can spend on the things that matter most. And you’re not alone.

In fact, a recent national survey from Experian found that 66% of respondents are actively looking for ways to trim expenses from their monthly budget.

There is no better time than the present to get started. The basics of saving money lay a great foundation for stretching your dollars and taking control of your finances. This includes budgeting, paying off debt, establishing savings goals, automating savings and cutting back on unnecessary expenses.

However, you may not know there are other less obvious ways to keep more money in your wallet. Don’t leave money on the table, here are three creative ways to save more now:

• Shop around to save on monthly bills: Most people spend time shopping around for a new TV or other purchase to get the best price, but overlook the opportunity to save by comparing monthly bill providers. Experian has an auto insurance comparison shopping service that can help you potentially save up to $900 per year on your policy. The service provides you with multiple, tailored rates from up to 40 leading and well-established auto insurance carriers,

allowing you to find a policy that meets your needs.

• Look for ways to maximize credit card rewards: You can save big and manage spending at no cost with the right credit cards and reward programs. To help you find the best card, whether you want cash back or no APR terms, Experian offers a free marketplace that leverages your financial information against lenders’ requirements to match you with tailored offers.

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: 866-434-0252

• Try negotiating rates: Negotiating monthly bills is crucial for finding extra savings. Take a look at your payment terms and plans to see if you can renegotiate for lower rates on expenses like cable or cell service. If you feel that calling service providers is tedious and time consuming, there are services that can help. A new feature available in a paid Experian CreditWorks Premium Membership negotiates lower rates on eligible monthly bills on your behalf so you can stop overpaying. Those who

use this feature see an average savings of $263. If you’d like to negotiate directly with your provider, make sure you ask them about all the offers they are willing to extend to you so you know all your options and get the new, accepted offer in writing.

“Even when times aren’t tough, it is always good to practice budgeting and money-saving habits to position yourself in the best way possible before you need it,” said Andrea Woroch, a nationally recognized consumer finance and money-saving expert. “Tapping into these tools from Experian can help you save in ways you may not have been aware of and help you keep your finances on track now and in the future.”

There are more ways Woroch recommends to save, including reducing your monthly spend on debt by consolidating credit card debt to a 0% balance transfer card and avoiding impulse shopping by deleting payment and shipping details stored in online retail accounts, as well as unsubscribing from store emails. To be more strategic at the grocery store and cut wasteful purchases, you might also consider meal planning.

To learn more about saving and Experian resources, visit Experian.com/ savings.

It’s always important to find ways to save. Leveraging available tools and being strategic can help you get control of your expenses and keep more money in your wallet.

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Financial strategies that can help seniors grow their money

Investing is often portrayed as something people need not worry about after retirement. The theory that people should avoid risk as they approach and reach retirement age makes sense, as the unknown of investing can expose aging individuals to losses that compromise their ability to live comfortably on fixed incomes.

Though conventional wisdom regarding financial risk and aging still makes sense, the effects of inflation over the last year-plus have highlighted how important it can be for seniors to keep growing their money even after they retire. Fortunately, various strategies can help seniors grow their money without exposing them to considerable risk.

• Look into high-yield savings accounts. Interest on savings accounts was once a great way for individuals to grow their money. But interest rates on standard, no-minimum-balance accounts are now so low that the growth in interest is negligible. However, individuals with sizable savings, such as seniors, can explore high-yield savings accounts. High-yield savings accounts offer much higher interest rates than standard accounts. The rules governing eligibility to open such accounts differ between financial institutions, but many mandate that account holders have high minimum balances, typically in the neighborhood of $250,000. So long as account holders maintain that minimum balance, they can accrue penalty-free interest without exposing their money to the risks of the market.

• Consider other exclusive bank accounts. High-yield savings accounts are not the only way seniors’ banks may be able to help grow their money

without necessarily taking on marketrelated risk. Products such as Chase Private Client CheckingSM offer exclusive perks, including a dedicated client advisor who can work with seniors as they navigate life changes, including retirement.

• Consider low-risk investments. Risk aversion is not the same thing as risk avoidance. It’s wise for seniors to be averse to risk, but they can still consider low-risk investments like short-

term bonds as a means to growing their money in retirement. Low-risk investments can be vulnerable to inflation, not unlike money sitting in a savings account. However, certain short-term bonds, such as Treasury InflationProtected Securities, are designed to mirror inflation, which makes them an option worthy of consideration for seniors who have been concerned by the ways inflation has affected their financial status in recent years. According

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to the Department of the Treasury, the principal of a TIPS can go up or down over its term. When the bond reaches maturity, if the principal is higher than the original amount, bond holders get the increased amount. If the principal is lower at maturity, bond holders still get the original amount.

Seniors looking to grow their money after retirement can consider a host of options that can make them less vulnerable to inflation.

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Older adults hoping to retire this year may have a new factor to consider. Aspiring retirees may have to play it very smart to ensure they can maximize their savings for the long haul. It’s a one-two punch caused by continuously rising costs of everyday items and a bearish market for bonds — one of the most common hedges retirement plans use to offset stock declines. Bonds have been suffering historic losses, according to data from Barclays Aggregate Bond Index. The typical rule of thumb used to be to spend no more than 4 percent of a portfolio’s original value each year to plan for retirement. With no gains or losses, that money would last around 25 years. However, experts at The American College of Financial Services say that, in today’s economy, 4 percent and even 3 percent may be too aggressive. According to Nora Dowd Eisenhower, executive director at the Philadelphia Mayor’s Commission on Aging, higher food prices, longer life expectancies and higher rents/ housing costs often lead to financial challenges for people in retirement. Data from the U.S. Current Population Survey shows a trend in the number of people no longer in retirement. In September 2022, the unretirement rate was 2.6 percent, up from 2.4 percent in August. Wealth advisors indicate retirees need to look long and hard at their spending habits, even spending less than their wealth could support. This can help them ride out the ups and downs of the market that affect prices on goods and services. Working with a good financial advisor also can help retirees manage their savings to maximize their money for the years to come.

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Hasbro and Mattel

A Tale of Two Toy Titans

For nearly a century, two giants have fought to dominate the American toy industry in a never ending battle of creativity and innovation. Those two giants are none other than Hasbro and Mattel. Both hold an incredible amount of market share in the space and are undoubtedly the industry leaders today. Not that it matters, but my personal favorite is Hasbro (granted I’m biased as I love Transformers), but I’ve got respect for both brands.

Hasbro is known for G.I. Joe, Transformers, My Little Pony, and Star Wars to name a humble few, while Mattel’s titan brands include Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Uno. Hasbro is widely considered the bigger brand, which is reflected in their stock prices. As of Monday May 1st, Hasbro is valued at $59.22 a share while Mattel is only $18.00 per share. As always, pop culture plays a major role in a brand’s popularity, and Hasbro has certainly had more cin-

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ematic hits than Mattel to date.

BUT, put all this information aside for a moment, because this article is not only about the history of two companies - It’s about their future. Last month it

was made known to the public that Hasbro and Mattel would be making an absolutely historic move to collaborate with some of their biggest toy franchises. In a behind-closed-doors showing at the Nuremberg International Toy Fair it was announced that Barbie Monopoly along with Transformers Hot Wheels and Uno are in the works. It is a move bringing rivals together, and it has never been done before! While it might not sound like a big deal to the average person, I assure you that to toy collectors such as myself, its mind blowing! Collaborations are a popular theme between brands in the 21st century, but never did I (or anyone) actually expect these two toy titans to come together. I’m so excited to see where this goes in the future. Will the collab make me love Mattel more than Hasbro? Maybe not… but I can’t wait to see what those Transformers Hot Wheels are all about!

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) That sometimes contrarian Arian streak emerges and could affect an important decision. Try to keep your mind open to the possibilities, even if they currently seem remote.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It could be a long wait before you get an answer to a question involving financial matters. Meanwhile, check on other interesting possibilities.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) That sometimes contrarian Arian streak emerges and could affect an important decision. Try to keep your mind open to the possibilities, even if they currently seem remote.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A misunderstanding shouldn’t keep you from continuing to work. Pursue a reconciliation with someone who really cares. Talk it out before you consider walking out.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)

Exercise some discipline — don’t keep changing your mind. An upcoming decision requires that you stay focused on the direction you need to follow.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It could be a long wait before you get an answer to a question involving financial matters. Meanwhile, check on other interesting possibilities.

LEO (July 23 to August 22)

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A misunderstanding shouldn’t keep you from continuing to work. Pursue a reconciliation with someone who really cares. Talk

Although family matters take up much of your time these days, you still need to deal with important workplace issues. Try to balance both obligations wisely.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your on-the-job problems appear close to being resolved. Now, make time to repair those personal relationships that you might have ignored for too long.

LIBRA (September 23 to October

22) Someone might suddenly balk at fulfilling an important agreement. There could be a hidden reason that you’ll need to uncover before you take this to arbitration.

it out before you consider walking out.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Exercise some discipline -- don’t keep changing your mind. An upcoming decision requires that you stay focused on the direction you need to follow.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A friend seeks to confide a secret, knowing it will be safe with you. But, given your friend’s history, you might not want to know what you’ll be told.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your new “self-improvement” course will continue to hit bumps in the road until you start shedding those unnecessary loads you’ve toted for too long.

to October 22) Someone might suddenly balk at fulfilling an important agreement. There could be a hidden reason that you’ll need to uncover before you take this to arbitration.

until you have accurate reports about its condition. Rely on facts, not assurances.

CRAFT SHOW!

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Although family matters take up much of your time these days, you still need to deal with important workplace issues. Try to balance both obligations wisely.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A decision to move to a new home needs to be delayed until you have accurate reports about its condition. Rely on facts, not assurances.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Congratulations! Your good work is beginning to pay off. Reward yourself. Take some much-needed rest and recreation time with loved ones.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A friend seeks to confide a secret, knowing it will be safe with you. But, given your friend’s history, you might not want to know what you’ll be told.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Congratulations! Your good work is beginning to pay off. Reward yourself. Take some much-needed rest and recreation time with loved ones.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your onthe-job problems appear close to being resolved. Now, make time to repair those personal relationships that you might have ignored for too long.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20)

Fishing for compliments isn’t always wise. Build your self-esteem on your own worthy achievements, and don’t rely on others to tell you how good you are.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your new “self-improvement” course will continue to hit bumps in the road until you start shedding those unnecessary loads you’ve toted for too long.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Fishing for compliments isn’t always wise. Build your self-esteem on your own worthy achievements, and don’t rely on others to tell you how good you are.

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BORN THIS WEEK: People who meet you want to get to know you better, but you tend to be difficult to please when it comes to forming friendships.

LIBRA (September 23

BORN THIS WEEK: People who meet you want to get to know you better, but you tend to be difficult to please when it comes to forming friendships.

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CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A decision to move to a new home needs to be delayed

Alexander

accepted into National Junior Honor Society

Alexander Grundel, a 7th Grader at Deering Middle School was accepted into the John F. Deering Middle School Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society this school year. The NJHS is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle school students who demonstrate scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character.