May 24, 2023 e-EDITION

THE REMINDER

VENDORS WANTED FOR CORNERSTONE OF FAITH CRAFT BAZAAR

Cornerstone of Faith United Methodist Church, 1081 Main Street, Coventry is seeking Vendors for their Craft Bazaar on June 3 from 9AM-2PM. Indoor & outdoor spaces available. Table rental fee is $20. Call 486-3719 with questions or for more information.

PVPHS HOSTING PRESENTATION BY MICHAEL MONTIGNY

The Pawtuxet Valley Preservation & Historical Society, 1679 Main Street, West Warwick, will host a Presentation by Michael Montigny, author of “A Few Good Angels”, on May 27 at 2PM. Mike has experienced many spiritual encounters, both in life and in the military, which will seem incredible to some but have been so frequent that they are more than thought-provoking. Please call 821-1078 with any questions.

FREE WOOD PALLETS: Ongoing supply. You pick up. Side of building, 64 Hope Avenue, Hope. Save this ad.

BLACK BAR: Includes all accessories and 3 barstools. Purchased at Cardi’s. Like new! Asking $500. 489-3109.

BRIGGS & STRATTON GENERATOR: 8250W start, 5550W run. Works good. $250. 821-9962.

FREE: 2 Dog crates - 1 medium & 1 large. Good shape. 821-5183.

TEACUP YORKIE PUPS: 6 Weeks old, parents on premises, hypoallergenic, non-shedding. Call Donna, 230-5523.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

PIANO LESSONS: Juilliard trained teacher. Reasonable rates. 2433431. Juilliard graduate.

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

BUYING COINOPERATED MACHINES: Pinball, Arcade, Slot machines. Working or not. 764-4818 or insertcoinri@ gmail.com

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

YARD SALE!! YARD

SALE!! Sherwood Valley Community Yard Sale: Saturday June 3, 8AM1PM (set up at 7AM). Rain date June 10. Limited spaces available for sellers. Call Diana at 263-7101 to reserve a space.

2-FAMILY YARD SALE! 16 Hancock Drive, Coventry: May 27. Don’t miss this one! Rain date June 3.

60 OLD NORTH ROAD, Coventry: May 27, 7AM. Household & children’s items.

175 GERVAIS STREET, Coventry: May 27, 8AM2PM. Kitchenware, movies, cookbooks, Christmas, music, puzzles and lots more.

385 READ SCHOOL HOUSE ROAD, Coventry: May 27, 8AM-?. Tools, household & more. Something for everyone! Rain or shine.

138 COLUMBIA AVENUE, Coventry: May 27, 8AM-1PM. Multi Family! Miscellaneous items.

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE! 12 Paul Sprague Drive, Coventry: May 27.

88 LEXINGTON AVENUE, West Warwick: May 27, 7AM-2PM. Multi Family! DVD’s, CD’s clothing. jewelry, pictures, sports cards, kitchenware, Tracrack mount for trucks, games, books. Rain date May 28.

BY JENNIFER COATES

The year was 1984 when the iconic and popular song “Holding Out for a Hero” by Bonnie Tyler blared across the radio waves. Sung as the original soundtrack for the movie “Footloose”, the song became the anthem for anyone looking for that everelusive hero in their lives. Tyler’s raspy voice belted out the lyrics, “Where have all the good men gone?” and “He’s got to be strong, and he’s got to be fast, and he’s got to be fresh from the fight!”

Well, for those who are looking for their own “hero”, they need to look no further than Stephen Gustafson, otherwise known as “The Household Hero”. Gustafson chose this song as his theme song to not only pump himself up, but also to answer the question, “Where have all the good men gone”? With unsavory workers out there who take advantage of others, those who desperately need

help around their homes need someone they can trust.

Someone who takes their calls, who shows up on time, who is honest in his dealings, who does the job right ~ and who is straightforward enough to say when he can’t.

Gustafson is all these things, and more.

If you need the help of this Household Hero, just give him a call. Perhaps you need a screen replaced, a curtain rod installed, a leaky faucet repaired, a handrail secured, a broken door jamb fixed, and beyond! If you ask, The Household Hero will give you an honest assessment of the cost and feasibility of the project, and then, if it can be done, he will do it. It’s that simple. No job is too small for this twenty-year carpenter, former professional window installer and genuine “Jackof-all-Trades.”

Today, Gustafson does more than check things off

your to-do list; he can also protect your home/property with the use of a completely natural, non-toxic, familyfriendly pest control treatment ~ for a one-time job or an ongoing commitment. As an avid outdoorsman who loves nature but hates pesky insects, Gustafson got a specialized license that qualifies him to offer professional insect control using a completely natural and environmentally-safe solution.

He will come to your home and, after a free consultation, will get right to work spraying this cedar-oil based product inside and outside of your house. Unlike its toxic counterparts, NO wait time is necessary following this process. You don’t need to close your windows. It is completely harmless to people, plants, pets, and bugs such as bees and butterflies (it has to do with the way they breathe!) What it does do is kill spiders, fleas, mosquitos, and other creepycrawly insects that plague homeowners in our region of the country.

Stephen Gustafson can be your Household Hero. He is bonded and insured as a General Contractor (#GC48448) and licensed as a pesticide specialist. Check out Stephen’s website at www. thehouseholdhero999.com or call him today at 401-9992715.

Star-brite

Meet the official “Bug Buster” and all-around Handyman, Stephen “Gus” Gustafson. He will come to you to rid your home of pesky insects and will do almost any project you need done around the house!

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CESSPOOL SERVICE

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.

FACSIMILE SERVICE

THE REMINDER’S FAX SERVICE. Now you can send or receive letters, statements, invoices, etc. in seconds by using The Reminder Fax Service. Want more details? Call The Reminder and ask about our fax: 821-2216. Fax Number: 821-0397. To Send: $3.00 (+tax) for the first page, $1.00 for every additional page. To receive: 75¢ ea. page (+tax).

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.

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/

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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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INSTALLATION & REPAIRS: Also gutters cleaned and leaf guards installed. Call 397-8729 or 749-1315 for a free estimate.

SEPTIC SYSTEMS___________________________

TLC SEPTIC SYSTEMS: Design & Installation, Foundation Digging, Land Clearing & Grading. Class 1 License. Registered Contractor. Free Estimates. Call 392-3300 or visit www.tlcrhodeisland.com.

TAX SERVICES ______________________________

VICTOR MOFFITT & CO., INC.: Bookkeeping, Tax Services for individuals and businesses, 40 years experience. 1260 Main St. (Rte.

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By Lucie Winborne

ATTENTION CLASSIFIED ADVERTISERS! Due to the Memorial Day Holiday, there will be an Early Deadline for the May 31 issue of “The Reminder”. Deadline for ALL Classified Ads will be Friday, May 26 by 12PM. Please plan your advertising accordingly.

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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.

JUNK REMOVAL, Dump Runs & Property Clean-outs. Call Pat, 2066404.

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.

By Lucie Winborne

• According to Cunningham’s Law, the best way to get the right answer on the internet is not to ask a question, but to pose the wrong answer.

• Jazz trumpeter Louis Armstrong once asked President Richard Nixon to carry his bags through customs for him because Armstrong was “an old man.” We feel pretty sure Nixon wasn’t aware the bags contained marijuana.

• In 2015, the 1,000-year-old corpse of a Buddhist monk was discovered inside an ancient statue of Buddha.

• Never mind Freddy Krueger’s mutilated face and clawed glove — Wes Craven designed his red-and-greenstriped sweater after he read in Scientific American that the human eye has difficulty recognizing those particular shades. Therefore, just looking at his pullover is subliminally unsettling!

• The first item sold on eBay, for $14.83, was a broken laser pointer, to someone who kept a collection of broken laser pointers.

• Costa Rica has the world’s only sloth orphanage.

• During the Apollo 12 mission, a 2 1/2-ton piece of the lunar module was experimentally crashed onto the surface of the moon, with a quite unexpected result: The moon “rang like a bell” for nearly an hour.

• Dockers recently increased the size of their coin pockets to accommodate the growing size of smartphones.

• In 1999, 15-year-old Jonathan Lebed was making up to $74,000 a day in the stock market by using internet message boards to manipulate prices. The government eventually caught up with him, but he was still able to keep half a million dollars of his gains.

• Vending machines kill more people per year than sharks.

• Pork was once used in Spain during the Inquisition to show that one wasn’t Jewish or Muslim. ***

Thought for the Day: “Love doesn’t make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” — Franklin P. Jones

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

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.

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.

ELECTRICIAN: No job too small. Free estimates. RI #A4602. Insured. Jay, 8262826.

HANDYMAN SERVICE: Small jobs only. Minor repairs, furniture building. 2506679.

Home Improvement

Escale Watch

The Louis Vuitton Escale Time Zone watch features the world’s 24 time zones. Escale (“stopover” in French) was created to appeal to the world traveler not only with the time zones, but with the colorful flags of the world represented on the watch’s face. The images of the flags also link the contemporary wristwatches to earlier days of Louis Vuitton, when travelers could customize their LV luggage with flags of the countries where they traveled.

This watch was introduced in 2010, and there is still an Escale line. Louis Vuitton’s annual designs include a resort collection also called Escale.

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Q:Ihave a pair of gold-tone costume jewelry earrings that I love even though they are not real gold. A small green spot has appeared on each one where the post attaches. Can the spots be removed? Are the earrings safe to wear?

A:Thegreen spots, called verdigris, are a patina that can form on copper, bronze, brass and gold or silver plate. You can clean it off your earrings and continue wearing them. You can try removing small spots with a toothpick, soft-bristled toothbrush, pencil eraser or microfiber cloth. If you need something stronger, mix a small amount of dishwashing detergent with warm water and use this to clean your jewelry. If your earrings don’t have pearls or foil-backed rhinestones, you can dilute white vinegar or lemon juice in water, soak a cotton ball in the solution, and hold it to the green spot. Or apply ketchup to the spot; it is acidic, and its thick consistency means it won’t run like a liquid. But be careful when you use acids to clean jewelry! They can discolor gold-tone metals, damage pearls (both real and fake) and foilbacked stones, and weaken some glues. To keep verdigris from forming, store your pieces separately, avoid exposing them to moisture, oils and cosmetics, and make sure your skin is clean and dry when you wear them.

TIP: Use eyeglass-cleaning tissues to clean the glass on small pictures.

CURRENT PRICES

Blown-glass bowl, cobalt blue, flared-out sides, short rounded foot, Millville Glass Works, N.J., c. 1890, 9 3/8 x 7 1/2 inches, $125.

Photograph, Civil War lieutenant, albumen, hand-colored, nine-button frock coat, officer’s sash, belt with sword, oval, frame, 12 x 9 1/2 inches, $240.

Pair of terra-cotta planters, neoclassical style, rectangular, bulbous sides with raised panels, acanthus leaf corners, flared rim with molded egg and dart border, metal liner, c. 1930, 13 x 24 3/4 x 15 3/4 inches, pair, $475.

Toy, Space Man, Colonel Hap Hazard, white space suit with NASA logo, red trim, walks, spinning antenna with red and green lights, battery operated, Louis Marx & Co., 2 inches, $755.

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This Escale watch in a signed box was estimated at $3,000 to $5,000. It sold for $3,000 at a Rago auction in 2021.

By Mick Harper

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All meals include milk, coffee or tea, bread/margarine

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.

CLEANERS: 1st & 2nd Shift, 20-25 hours per week, Monday-Saturday. 14/hour. Must have valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle and clean BCI. Call Paul, 301-1162.

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1. Who had a hit with “Everybody Loves Somebody”?

2. Which artist wrote and released “Runaround Sue”?

3. Name the artist most likely to intentionally smash guitars on the stage during performances.

4. Which group changed their name to Sugar Ray?

5. Name the 1969 song that contains these lyrics: “I love you so, I always will, And in your voice I hear a choir of carousels.”

Answers

1. Dean Martin, in 1964. Written 20 years before, the song never got much attention until Martin’s version. It became his signature song on his television show from 1965 to 1974.

2. Dion, in 1961 after his break with the Belmonts. Dion was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for the song in 2002.

3. Peter Townshend of The Who. At last count, the number of guitars smashed topped 80. Legend says that he always collected the pieces of the guitars and glued them back together.

4. Shrinky Dinx, after a lawsuit by the toy manufacturer of Shrinky Dinks.

5. “Wedding Bell Blues,” by the 5th Dimension. The song, written and recorded in 1966 by Laura Nyro when she was only 18 years old, soared to the top of the charts when the 5th Dimension version was released.

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PHOTO CAPTION: Quinoa tops a healthy, low-cost grain bowl

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Alternatively, a dollop of salsa, hummus or plain Greek yogurt adds variety.

Beans or Legumes: Add in 1/2 cup cooked beans or legumes. Packed with protein and fiber, dry beans are most affordable, but canned beans are quick and easy. Try chickpeas, great northern beans, black beans or lentils.

Economical Meal Prep Made Easy With Grain Bowls

People often ask me about suggestions for inexpensive meal prep ideas. I have two words: grain bowls.

But what are grain bowls, exactly?

Grain bowls are a complete meal composed of a grain base, greens, protein, veggies and interesting toppings all arranged in a way that’s visually appealing.

Whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner, grain bowls are an economical way to prepare quick, easy and nutritious meals. Preparing the components in advance assures a virtually endless number of combinations to ensure you’ll never get tired of eating the same ol’ grain bowl.

Here’s the blueprint to making great grain bowls:

Greens: Start with a giant handful of greens. Spinach, kale, arugula and mixed spring greens are favorites, but any leafy green works.

Grains: Add 1/2 to 1 cup cooked whole grains to your salad foundation. Any whole grain you like, such as brown rice, quinoa, wheat berries, barley or farro. You can cook up a batch of different grains each week for effortless variety.

Dressing: Dress the grains and greens before you add the other goodies, so the dressing is evenly distributed throughout the whole bowl. A squeeze of lemon or simple vinaigrette dressing is perfect, or use your favorite bottled salad dressing.

Proteins: While beans and grains offer complete protein, boost your bowl by adding hardboiled eggs, sliced deli meats, tuna, chicken, steak, anything you desire. What a perfect use for leftovers!

Veggies and Fruits: Top your bowl with the crunch and color of chopped veggies and fruits. For veggies, think of tomatoes, sweet peppers, cucumbers, mushrooms, carrots, you name it! Don’t forget roasted and cooked veggies, too — like sweet potatoes, caramelized Brussels sprouts, roast butternut squash. Many bowls benefit from a juicy burst of fruity sweetness, especially breakfast bowls. Enjoy chopped apple, pear, citrus, berries, grapes.

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cooked quinoa provides 8 grams of protein. Unlike some plant proteins, quinoa is a complete protein, meaning that it contains all nine essential amino acids that our bodies can’t make on their own.

QUICK QUINOA

Yield: 1 1/2 cups

Time: 27 minutes

1 cup quinoa

1 3/4 cups water or vegetable broth

1/4 teaspoon salt

Rinse the quinoa under cold running water in a fine mesh strainer for 1-2 minutes. This helps remove any bitterness from the quinoa. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water or broth. Add a pinch of salt, if desired.

Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid. Simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the quinoa sit, covered, for 10 more minutes.

Fluff the quinoa with a fork and serve.

The easiest way to cook other grains? Boil them like pasta. (I’m a rebel, I know.) Simmer the grains in a good amount of well-salted water, periodically tasting as they cook until they are the right texture, al dente. Then drain them in a fine-mesh strainer.

Now, go mix and match those greens, grains and goodies! See you next week! ***

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Quinoa tops a healthy, low-cost grain bowl.

Healthy Fats: For flavor, texture and staying power, add healthy fats to your bowls. Ingredients like nuts, seeds, any kind of cheese and, of course, avocado belong everywhere!

My secret weapon for cheap and easy grain bowls is quinoa. One cup

Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the penny-pinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime — Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divasonadime.com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@divasonadime.com

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BREAKFAST IN MAY

The Coventry Senior & Resource Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry will hold a Breakfast (cooked by CHS Culinary students) on May 26 from 8:15-9:45AM. Enjoy scrambled eggs, pancakes, hash browns, choice of bacon or sausage & beverage for just $3. Please join us!

“THE LORD’S SUPPER”

AT CORNERSTONE OF FAITH UMC Cornerstone of Faith UMC, 1081 Main Street, Coventry, will hold a supper on May 27 from 5-6PM in the Church Hall. All are welcome to attend. Donations appreciated.

The Mini but Mighty Shamrock-Shaped Solution for Lawn

FAMILY FEATURES

That lush, green lawn most strive for is struggling to survive as our climate experiences “weather whiplash,” meaning abrupt swings in weather conditions from one extreme to another. Last season, drought conditions were so dire in California billboards shouted, “Brown is the New Green.” This season, despite early, extreme flooding in California, evidence suggests the length and depth of droughts will increase in upcoming years, becoming more frequent and severe.

Outdoor water usage is still astronomical, synthetic chemical use is ever-present and fuel-guzzling lawn blowers and mowers sing all summer. Traditional lawn maintenance is expensive, unnatural, untenable and increases greenhouse gasses, wastes water, pollutes ecosystems and reduces biodiversity.

Average American families use 320 gallons of water daily, about 30% outdoors, with more than half devoted to watering lawns and gardens, according to the EPA. Nationwide, landscape irrigation is estimated at almost one-third of all residential water usage, totaling nearly 9 billion gallons daily.

Gas-powered lawn mowers spew pollutants that can cause planetwarming gases, contributing to climate crisis and drought. According to the EPA, gas-powered lawn equipment releases more than 22 million tons of CO2 emissions and estimates over 17 million gallons of gasoline are spilled refueling lawn equipment; that’s more than all oil spilled by Exxon Valdez.

There are many issues causing harm to environmental health, from the ridiculous, like billionaires taking 17-minute flights in private jets, producing 2 tons of CO2 emissions, to everyday lawn care wasting staggering amounts of water for aesthetics while polluting the environment through run-off and toxic emissions.

It’s time to take a page from the past; sowing clover seed can create a great-looking, water-efficient, sustainable lawn. Decades ago, clover was standard in lawn seed mixes. Then agricultural chemical companies created herbicides to rid lawns of broadleaf plants, killing everything but grass, clovers included, branding them weeds.

“Today, clover is making a comeback,” said Troy Hake, president and owner of Outsidepride.com, offering drought-tolerant grasses, clovers, wildflower seeds and more. “Tik Tok’s #cloverlawn has over

65 million views, evidencing it’s time for sustainable options, like adding ‘miniclover’ or replacing lawns with it. Miniclover (trifolium repens), is one-third to half the size of white Dutch clover, only grows 4-6 inches and produces a thick, carpet-like look that blends well with turf. Less expensive than grass seed, it’s a natural solution for self-sustaining, low-maintenance lawns that look beautiful and help eliminate the need for fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and weekly mowing. It’s healthier for people, pets, soil and waterways. You can’t go wrong with it.”

There’s nothing you can do about those 17-minute private jet flights. However, anyone with a lawn can add-in miniclover and redefine what sustainable lawns and responsible lawn care looks like. Sales of miniclover rose dramatically last season, surely an indicator that this lawn renovation trend was well-received and continues to grow.

Benefits:

Nitrogen fixer. Miniclover takes nitrogen from the air and “fixes” it in soil, eliminating the need to apply nitrogen, keeping lawns green and growing while adding natural nitrogen to surrounding soil.

Drought tolerant. Miniclover is droughttolerant and can stay green all summer with minimal watering.

Deters bugs. Grubs that feed on grass roots will not eat miniclover, and adult beetles and bugs are deterred from laying eggs in it.

Crowds out weeds. Miniclover is evenly dispersed via stolons (stems grow horizontally along the ground), crowding out weeds, preventing new weeds and controlling erosion.

Low-to-no maintenance. You can mow miniclover – the more it’s cut, the smaller the leaf size – or let it grow. Miniclover only

blooms once in summer, providing bees with nectar, or mowing will prevent blooming. Thrives in sun to partial shade. Miniclover does well in partial shade that receives some direct sunshine daily.

Stands up to soil and subsoil compaction. Immune to “dog patches.” Dog urine discolors lawns, but miniclover stays green and lush.

Feels soft and springy on bare feet and looks like ordered whimsy.

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Protecting Your Items — and the Earth — When Moving

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Moving is a big job – and it can be a wasteful one, too, considering all of the packing material required. Make moving more sustainable with these eco-friendly tips:

Space Saving: Using thinner sustainable wrapping to secure your breakables avoids the need for excess storage and boxes. Flourish Brand Honeycomb Cushion Wrap, made with 40% recycled content, offers a customizable way to pack boxes efficiently. The die-cut honeycomb stretches easily with interlocking paper that attaches to itself, so no tape is needed. Once you unpack, the paper can be directly recycled, or stored to be reused.

Folding In: Instead of using tape, fold your box tops in an interlocked, neat manner. They’ll stack up easily inside your

vehicle, maximizing packing space, plus you won’t need to use any additional materials. Unpack your items without tearing or ripping your box, then recycle or fold it flat to store for future use.

Stacking Up: Ensure your plates and serving ware stay scratch-free by using a protective layer between each item. Made of recycled content, Flourish Brand 100% Recycled Kraft Paper provides lasting security for traveling to your new home.

Blanketed: Oversized or uniquely shaped home décor can be exceptionally fragile and isn’t always easy to squeeze into standard storage containers. When packing your vehicle, incorporate padding by wrapping these items in spare blankets, comforters or oversized towels. You’ll minimize the risk of damage to the items and have zero waste.

Rainbow Brite

If you follow Bruneau and Co on social media, you may remember in December Kev and I took a quick day trip to North Carolina to pick up an epic collection. We didn’t spoil the surprise then, but I am here now to tell you we picked up not just any collection, but the world’s largest collection of Rainbow Brite toys and memorabilia!

Right now, two thoughts might be crossing your mind. The first might be “How does Travis know it’s the largest collection?” The answer is because this single owner collection, in its entirety, comes from the Rainbow Land Museum (formerly located in Apex, North Carolina), which was completely dedicated to Rainbow Brite collectibles. You can actually watch a virtual tour of the museum from right before it closed on YouTube. Thousands and thousands of Rainbow Brite toys, books, videos, decorations and more once filled the property – and now all that is in Cranston, Rhode Island with us awaiting auction!

The second thought crossing your mind right now might be “Who is Rainbow Brite???” Unless you were

By Travis Landry Auctioneer & Specialist Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers Cranston, RI

a little girl growing up in the 1980’s, there is a chance you are not too familiar with her or the toy line. But that’s okay – this article is here to inform!

Like most popular toy lines, Rainbow Brite’s story began with an animated series in 1984. The premise of

the tv show and the movies that followed was Rainbow Brite and her friends (known as Color Kids) lived in a magical kingdom called Rainbow Land where all colors were created. They would then fill our world with color and defend it against gloomy grey villains so our hearts would always be filled with hope and happiness – sweet, right? Also like most popular toy lines in the 1980s, Rainbow Brite and friends got an early 2000s reboot, so there are items in this collection from both generations of toys and merchandise. As you can imagine, Rainbow Brite is recognizable for her rainbow attire, and this toy collection is certainly colorful!

While not everyone may remember Rainbow Brite, during her heyday she was a fan favorite, and looking through these cool vintage toys does pull at those nostalgic heartstrings. We have a 40 year old woman in the office at Bruneau and Co who showed more excitement over these colorful toys than she does for fine jewelry. It just goes to show childhood memories (especially happy ones) can be the driving force for collectors well into adulthood!

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Single Lambs looking for love could find Cupid aiming at someone you thought (wrongly) was uninterested. Paired Sheep could soon make plans to move into new pastures.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)

Level that sharp Bull’s eye of yours directly at the target you’re after. Don’t let yourself get sidetracked by any misleading or deceptive attempts to distract you.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Single Lambs looking for love could find Cupid aiming at someone you thought (wrongly) was uninterested. Paired Sheep could soon make plans to move into new pastures.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Early enthusiasm gives way to a more reflective attitude, as you assess the potential of a new job. Avoid questionable advice. The ultimate decision should be yours.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might need to reassess the responsibility you’ve taken on. Consider delegating some of the tasks to people you trust and focus on those things you do best.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Don’t be shy about sharing new ideas with your workplace colleagues. Their warm reception and trusted support will soon have you purring with satisfaction.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Level that sharp Bull’s eye of yours directly at the target you’re after. Don’t let yourself get sidetracked by any misleading or deceptive attempts to distract you.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) That uneasiness over a potential commitment should be confronted and dealt with realistically. Find out why you’re delaying an important decision.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Early enthusiasm gives way to a more reflective attitude, as you assess the potential of a new job. Avoid questionable advice. The

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your business venture gets back into high gear after a brief period of sputtering. Don’t be discouraged. Stay with it. Your hard work and patience will pay off.

ultimate decision should be yours.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might need to reassess the responsibility you’ve taken on. Consider delegating some of the tasks to people you trust and focus on those things you do best.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Watch out for a tendency to let things slide in hopes that a problem will correct itself. You need to be more proactive than reactive if you want to see change.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A wilting relationship could recover and be coaxed back into full bloom, as long as there is a strong commitment to your partner to make the relationship your priority.

to October 22) Your business venture gets back into high gear after a brief period of sputtering. Don’t be discouraged. Stay with it. Your hard work and patience will pay off.

job offer, check on the status of a promotion you were promised in your current workplace. Then, make a decision.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Before you accept a new job offer, check on the status of a promotion you were promised in your current workplace. Then, make a decision.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Expect to find yourself in a teaching situation on the job, which you will no doubt enjoy. Don’t be surprised if you get to learn a few things as well.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Don’t be shy about sharing new ideas with your workplace colleagues. Their warm reception and trusted support will soon have you purring with satisfaction.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20)

You’d love to make a big splash with your new project. But you’d be wiser to introduce it to your colleagues in a more restrained way and let it speak for itself.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Watch out for a tendency to let things slide in hopes that a problem will correct itself. You need to be more proactive than reactive if you want to see change.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Expect to find yourself in a teaching situation on the job, which you will no doubt enjoy. Don’t be surprised if you get to learn a few things as well.

BORN THIS WEEK: You’re a practical person who also has a sense of adventure. You have a capacity for leadership that others often tap in to.

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VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) That uneasiness over a potential commitment should be confronted and dealt with realistically. Find out why you’re delaying an important decision.

LIBRA (September 23

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A wilting relationship could recover and be coaxed back into full bloom, as long as there is a strong commitment to your partner to make the relationship your priority.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Before you accept a new

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You’d love to make a big splash with your new project. But you’d be wiser to introduce it to your colleagues in a more restrained way and let it speak for itself.

BORN THIS WEEK: You’re a practical person who also has a sense of adventure. You have a capacity for leadership that others often tap in to.

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FREE LEGAL CLINIC AT THE COVENTRY

RESOURCE & SENIOR CENTER

The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 WoodStreet, Coventry, will offer a free “One on One” Legal Clinic on June

2. RI Legal Services will be on site to resolve your Civil (not Criminal) legal issues. Call 822-9175 for an appointment.

1. ANATOMY: What is a common name for lateral epicondylitis?

2. GEOGRAPHY: What was the country of Portugal known as in Roman times?

3. MOVIES: What are the final words spoken in the movie “The Shawshank Redemption”?

4. LITERATURE: Which novel series includes a fictional place called Godric’s Hollow, England?

5. SCIENCE: What is cytology?

A Convention of States (CoS) - what is it?

According to The constitution of the United States of America, Article V, states that "The application of the Legislatures of 2/3 of several States, shall call a Convention for proposing "Amendments to the Constitution". This is a constitutional provision for the States to meet and propose amendments versus relying on the US Congress to do so. The Convention of States Project and CoS Action encourage and educate citizens to understand their constitution and to put it into practice.

By Fifi Rodriguez

6. TELEVISION: What is the name of the ranch in the 1960s western show “Bonanza”?

7. U.S. STATES: Which state has the longest cave system?

8. FOOD & DRINK: In which country were bagels invented?

9. HISTORY: What kind of beetle was revered by the ancient Egyptians?

10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the largest lizard on Earth? Answers

1. Tennis elbow.

2. Lusitania.

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19 States have passed resolutions to call for a CoS for the purpose of proposing constitutional amendments to consider Federal Term Limits, Impose Federal Fiscal restraints, and to Reduce the size and power of the federal government. The RI House of Representatives introduced HR 5188 to join with the other 19 States to call for a Convention of States. You can learn more and help by going to conventionofstates.com and join more than 4,000 other Rhode Islanders that have signed the national petition to call for a Convention of States.

CoS Action team in RI is just getting started. We successfully had the resolution introduced in 2023. We are looking to grow and do our part to reign in our Federal Government. The RI team is active and preparing for round two in the next legislative session to join the call.

Gwen Riggs