The Shepherd of the Valley United Methodist Church is having a Flea Market and Feast Festival of Fun! On June 28, at 9am – 3pm, 604 Seven Mile Road, Hope. (Rain date is July 12.) The event includes BBQ of burgers, hot dogs and plenty of bargains and treasures to be found. Kids will enjoy plenty of games and a Bouncy House!! Vendor 12ft X 12ft space is available $30 in advance, or $40 on the day of (if still available). Please call Cindy: 401-821-8217 or email at sovumcri@ gmail.com to reserve your space or for more set-up information.
Martha & Mary’s Thrift Shop will hold its rummage sale on Saturday, June 7, and Wednesday, June 18, at the Riverpoint Congregational Church, 75 Providence Street, West Warwick, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Kitchen ware, curtains, linen, books, toys, games, puzzles, small baby furniture, craft supplies & more. We also accept donations of gently used clothing, cleaned and in very good condition during Rummage Sale hours. For sale: Children’s clothing @ $.25 each piece, adult clothing @ $.50 each piece. We do not accept furniture, computers, printers or televisions.
COVENTRY DROPS
FREE WOOD PALLETS ON-GOING SUPPLY – You pick up. Side of building at 64 Hope Avenue, Hope.
WANTED: JUNK LAWNMOWERS & air conditioners. Take for free. 401-829-0377.
CLEANING:
THOROUGH & RELIABLE 18+ Years of experience. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 2483839. **I am fully vaccinated**
FOR SALE: DYNA-GLOW VERTICAL-OFFSETSMOKER. Very good condition. $150.00. 401-2637584.
USE OUR FAX SERVICE to send or receive documents... it’s fast, easy, and affordable. Great for sending Insurance Forms, Mortgage Documents, Unemployment Forms, Time Sheets and any paperwork that needs to be received fast. Cost to send: S3 for 1st page, $l each additional page (+tax). Cost to receive: $.75/page (+ tax). The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. Phone 8212216, Fax 732-3110.
SIAMESE KITTENS CFA REGISTERED, seal point, vetted males. $1100 each. Serious buyers only. Call: 401-222-0905.
HIGHLAND CEMETERY, JOHNSTON Graceland, Lot 15. $1000 OBO. Call/text: 401-714-5332.
“RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS...”
We could all use a little good news to brighten our day... Have you witnessed a “Random Act of Kindness” lately? “The Reminder” would love to hear about it. Please submit your entry in writing and we will print them anonymously on a space available basis. Please mail your “Random Acts of Kindness” (with contact information) to The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Avenue, Warwick RI 02889 or email your submission to mail@rireminder.com
FOR SALE: LECTRIC TRIKE, loaded, $2,300 firm. 401-440-6951.
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. 397-2781 or 741-2781.
NEED QUICK CASH?
Sell your no-longer-used items with a REMINDER READER AD. Now it’s easier than ever. Call 8212216 for information. All Credit Cards accepted.
COINS! LOCAL COIN
COLLECTOR looking to buy some coins or call me, and I can give you an idea of what your coins are worth. 60-Year Coventry resident. My house, your house or Library. A Collector, not a Dealer. Call Mark, 401-556-4703.
CRAFT SALE: Respiratory and Rehab, 10 Woodland Drive, Coventry. June 7, 10am-4pm. Lots of vendors.
GOLDEN RETRIEVER
PUPS: Excellent temperament, shots, parents on premises. $900/each. Call 1-860-576-0024.
HERBAL PLACE: ADD & ADHD Natural Treatment: Call an expert! Inexpensive treatment for children & adults. Call 401-378-3580.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: JW Studley & Sons. Cut & split seasoned wood. $250/ cord. Est. 1982. Not a fly by night! 641-0212.
1 SHERWOOD VALLEY LANE, COVENTRY. Saturday, June 7, 9am2pm.
87 PRINCETON AVENUE, Coventry. Saturday, June 7, 7:30am. Something for everyone!
CLYDE TOWER TENANT ASSOCIATION: 1021 Main Street, West Warwick, Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8, 8am4pm. Indoor Community Room.
Classified Ad Deadline is THURSDAY AT 3PM
WEST WARWICK FOOD CUPBOARD
The West Warwick Assistance Agency operates a food cupboard at 1293 Main Street serving all West Warwick residents living at or below three times the federal poverty level. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10AM-2PM, unless there is a town-wide parking ban in effect. We offer standard amounts of core groceries based on household size as well as self-serve selections of produce, bread and assorted other noncore grocery items we have on hand. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 828-0310, and no appointment is necessary to visit our facility.
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SUPPORT OUR VETERANS
ISSUES
Three consecutive, Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 pm at Saints John and Paul Parish Center, 341 S Main St, Coventry: Tuesday, June 3: Catholic Teaching on End-of-Life Issues vs Euthanasia; Tuesday, June 10: The Catholic Perspective on End-of-Life Documents & Funeral Arrangements; Tuesday, June 17: A Catholic Understanding of Redemptive Suffering & Dying vs The Lila Manfield Sapinsley Compassionate Care Act. Light refreshments will be provided as well as time for Q&A! Free will offering will be accepted to offset the cost of this program. We need baby diapers – all sizes! Please bring a package with you if you can.
The banquet hall at VFW Coventry Memorial Post #9404, is available to rent for all occasions: birthdays, weddings, meetings, memorials, etc. Hall rentals help support local Veterans, Post Operations and Veteran Programs. The hall can accommodate up to 125 people. Call: 401-828-9705 for information or visit our hall rental link on our website at www.vfw9404.org.
BINGO MONDAY NIGHTS!
Clyde Tower Tenant Association, 1021 Main Street, West Warwick: Doors open 3PM, bingo starts 5:30PM. Kitchen opens 3:30PM. Two jackpots and one raffle offered every week. Public welcome.
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KICKOFF TO SUMMER READING AT COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
“Level Up at Your Library:” all ages are invited to kickoff summer reading on Saturday, June 7, from 10 am - 12 pm, at the Coventry Public Library, 1672 Flat River Road, Coventry. The library’s kickoff will include lawn games, a selfie station, summer reading registration, and frozen treats! Adults, teens, and children are all invited to register. Great prizes awarded for completion! Teens and kids ages 3 through entering grade 12 who sign up for the summer reading challenge can also pick out a free book, while supplies last! Free books for the library’s summer reading kickoff were generously donated by the Library’s Foundation.
PROJECT FRIENDS
Project Friends is a State of RI licensed community-based day service program developed in 1992 for adults with developmental disabilities. Each individual has a plan that offers choices of activities which build independence, adult daily living skills, socialization, self-esteem and confidence. Participants are supported by case aides. If you would like more information about Project Friends, please feel free to call Marlena or Lisa at 822-9144.
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
In need of medical equipment? The following locations are good resources: Robert J. Allen Masonic Medical Equipment Distribution Center, 116 Long Street in Warwick (across from St. Rose & Clement Church). Open Fridays from 9AM-12PM, pre-owned equipment - loaned at no cost. 401-451-0184. Ocean State Center for Independent Living, 1944 Warwick Avenue in Warwick. In need of wheelchairs, grab bars, walkers, transport chairs, toilets, wheelchair ramp, etc.? Call 401-738-1013, Ext. 25 or visit www.oscil.org Coventry-West Greenwich Lions, 401-821-7219.
Wed. 6/4: Creamy chicken tomato soup, Beef Stroganoff, mashed sweet potatoes, green beans, cake. Option: Seafood salad on rye
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.
PARLONS FRANCAIS!
Parlons Francais meetings will be held from 6-8PM on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the West Warwick Youth Center, Factory Street, West Warwick. Anyone wishing to revive their French-Canadian heritage is welcome. Please call Edith at 9190075 or Linda at 580-7832 with any questions.
WEST WARWICK PUBLIC SCHOOLS MENTORS NEEDED
West Warwick Public Schools is in need of in-person volunteer mentors for students in Grades K-12. The time commitment is 1 hour per week. Anybody who is interested in volunteering can call or email me, Dana Papitto, Mentor Coordinator, at: (401) 825-6530 or dpapitto@ww-ps.com
TOPS MEETING
TOPS CHAPTER #38 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 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 is from 10-11AM. Enter from the side parking lot, go down stairs to the kitchen area. All are welcome, as well as donations of canned goods. For more information, call Angela Henderson at 401-225-6174.
I wish to be with you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. (The person must say this Prayer on 3 consecutive days. After 3 days the request will be granted to you. The prayer must be published after the prayer is granted.)
LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
KFG Concrete Construction, LLC
By JENNIFER COATES
“Great job by KFG Concrete Construction! Professional. Timely. Neat.” — Pauline L.
“What a great company to work with! Attention to detail. Very professional. Great crew. I wouldn’t work with anyone else!” — Marie G.
“Flawless work and very efficient.” — Lisa S.
“Total professionalism in all aspects.” — John P.
When you have been a family-run business for 23 years, these reviews mean a whole lot ~ in fact, they mean everything. This kind of customer feedback and satisfaction still matters because longevity in this competitive industry depends on showing up for those loyal customers, time and time again. Consistency. Professionalism. Reliability. Showing up and doing the job right. It’s the kind of reputation that Kevin Gonsalves, the owner and
namesake of KFG Concrete Construction, aspires to with every job. The kind of reputation he and his crew have earned.
KFG Concrete Construction was established in 2002 and has been serving the Rhode Island community with dedication and hard work ever since. KFG Concrete does “the overall planning, coordination and control” of a project from start to finish. They work closely with each client to ensure that the transition from conception to completion is achieved within the client’s budget and timeframe. Kevin Gonsalves explains that the success of his business is built on the collective knowledge, experience and commitment to quality workmanship that has been passed down through the generations.
Whether you are a home or business owner, KFG Concrete will be your go-to
company for a wide range of projects that involve concrete, including:
• Granite, Multiple Precast, Pour-on-site traditional or stamp steps
• Exposed aggregate
• Stairs
• Driveways, patios & pool aprons
• Pavers
• Chimney repairs
• Masonry repairs
• Wall installs in wood or pavers
On top of all these services, KFG Concrete also has a Landscape Division to help you optimize all your outdoor living spaces.
With summer soon on our doorsteps, now is the time to get outside and put together your wish-list AND your todo list of outdoor projects.
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Are those steps crumbling? Is your driveway filled with potholes and pockets? Does your pool apron need a refresh? Isn’t it time to lay that new backyard pathway you have dreamed of? Does your business need a new patio for outdoor dining or are those steps posing a tripping hazard?
Now is the time to reach out to Kevin Gonsalves
and his team at KFG Concrete Construction. For an estimate, contact them at 401-269-1163 (cell/text) or 401-315-8100 (business). To learn more, visit their informative website at www.kfgconcrete.com. You can also see samples of their work on Facebook or Instagram. KFG Concrete is available Monday-Saturday, 6AM – 5PM.
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Every gardener likely has a tale about chipmunks, squirrels, woodchucks, and rabbits making nuisances of themselves in the garden. Many of these animals seem to have a taste for bulbs and other plants, which can wreak havoc on what gardeners carefully plan and plant. Finding balance so everyone can get along may require patience and some well-crafted deterrents.
• Provide food elsewhere. Try luring the animals away to another area of the yard where the meal is even easier to come by. Squirrels and chipmunks love to
dig and bury their caches, so a far-off corner with freshly tilled soil along with some berries, nuts and additional treats might attract them to that area instead of a newly established garden.
• Install fencing. While chipmunks and squirrels can scale fences easily, such acrobatics may be more challenging for lumbering groundhogs or rabbits. Make digging more difficult by laying chicken wire fencing on top of the soil and stake it down in some areas.
• Use a scent deterrent. Some animals are put off by the smell of other animals or aromas they find unpleasant. The capsaicin
in red pepper and cayenne can be off-putting to these animals, so sprinkling it around the garden may ward off pests but not harm the plants. Just reapply after each rain. Similarly, some people have had luck using peppermint. Plant mint around where you do not want the squirrels and chipmunks. Since mint can grow fast and become invasive, it’s best to plant in containers and move accordingly.
• Use water or movement. Animals can be scared away if they are sprayed with water, so a well-aimed water gun can chase away the animals when a gardener is able to stand watch. It may be easier to set up pin-
wheels that blow in the wind, or hang aluminum pie plates or old compact discs from strings near the garden, which may deter animals from getting too close.
• Build a greenhouse. When dealing with tenacious squirrels and chipmunks, the only solution may be to block off all access. Utilize an enclosed greenhouse for the garden, which will keep animals out and even extend the growing season.
Many animals can become nuisances in a yard, particularly in and around gardens. Some humane solutions could remedy the situation.
A Breakthrough Making Grass Seed Smarter and Lawns Greener
(Joan Casanova) In neighborhoods across the country, homeowners are getting extra help in their quest for the elusive, perfect lawn.
The secret? An innovation in grass seed technology known as OptiGrowth, promising faster, stronger and more resilient grass — and it’s living up to the hype.
What is the Technology?
A revolutionary, natural seed treatment, OptiGrowth is a unique technology designed to enhance the performance of grass seed, giving it a higher chance of success. It coats traditional grass seed in a protective, moisture-attracting layer designed to retain moisture and kickstart healthy growth without harming the environment.
Developed through years of agricultural research, this technology enhances the natural germination process, giving each seed a better chance to sprout, grow and survive early, tough conditions. It uses water more efficiently, develops stronger roots and shoots, and helps seeds survive in drought, poor soil conditions and extreme temperatures.
Unlike traditional uncoated grass seed, which can struggle in less-than-ideal soil conditions or unpredictable weather, seed treated with this technology is designed to thrive. It’s not genetically modified; instead, it’s a smarter version of existing seeds, treated to improve
their natural abilities, which leads to faster growth, better health and a thicker, more resilient lawn.
Faster-Growing, Healthier Lawns
One of the biggest advantages of this coated seed is speed. Under ideal conditions, these seeds may germinate faster than untreated seeds.
The faster sprouting reduces the vulnerable window when new grass can be overtaken by weeds, dried out by sun or washed away by heavy rains.
Grass seedlings also emerge healthier and develop deeper roots more quickly, setting the stage for a thicker, more resilient lawn. In the early stages, when most lawn failures happen, OptiGrowth seed can better resist stresses like drought, heat and foot traffic.
“New grass is incredibly delicate,” said Troy Hake, owner of Outsidepride.com, an online seed company specializing in a wide variety of high-quality grass seed, flower seeds and lawn and garden-related products at competitive prices. “OptiGrowth provides seeds with a built-in advantage: helping more seed survive and thrive. It’s like giving each seed its own personal water bottle and first-aid kit.”
Water Efficiency is a Key Advantage
As water conservation becomes increasingly important, another major benefit of this seed is improved water usage. The seed coating ab -
sorbs and retains moisture more efficiently around each seed, so homeowners can water less during the critical establishment period when the seed is most vulnerable to drying out. The moisture-holding properties ensure the seed remains hydrated for longer periods, helping it sprout and establish strong roots.
In trials conducted by several university agricultural departments, lawns seeded with OptiGrowth needed up to 30% less water to reach full establishment compared to lawns planted with traditional seed.
“For areas prone to drought or watering restrictions, that’s a major win - both for homeowners’ wallets and the environment,” Hake said.
When Utilizing the Technology Makes Sense
While the coated seed is effective in almost any planting situation, it’s especially beneficial in challenging conditions. The coating acts as a shield, protecting the seed from stresses such as temperature fluctuations, heavy rains and dry spells. New lawns on sloped ground, areas with patchy sun and shade, or lawns planted in late spring or early fall - times when weather can be unpredictable - benefit the most.
These seeds are designed to succeed even when conditions aren’t ideal by improving moisture retention and boosting germination rates. This means less time reseed-
ing, rewatering and repairing your lawn.
However, Hake notes that in perfect conditions - rich soil, regular rain, mild temperatures — traditional high-quality grass seed can still perform well.
“If you’re planting in ideal conditions and you can baby the lawn with watering and care, you might not need OptiGrowth,” Hake said. “But in most cases, perfect conditions are rare.”
A Greener Future
As innovations like OptiGrowth make their way into more products, it’s clear the future of lawn care is working smarter, not harder. These seeds have a built-in advantage - they grow faster, stay hydrated better, have fewer bald spots, require less reseeding and survive tougher conditions, leading to a greener, healthier lawn requiring less effort from you.
For more information, visit outsidepride.com.
Photo courtesy of Outsidepride.com
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$1.50 extra. DAVE’S DETAILING: $80/Car, inside & out. I am mobile. Call: 401-477-6177
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Any condition. Call today, 595-8703. RENTAL PROPERTY WANTED: Need space to park a recreational vehicle with a 120V hook-up. Willing to pay for space. Call George: 401-259-4725. PRIVATE LPN DUTY NURSE available for any age. Contact Donna 401391-9419 for
FEMALE: an elderly gentleman requires errands, cooking, housekeeping, companionship. Must be pet friendly. Near Exeter/ Richmond line. 15-minutes from Walmart Coventry area. Call 401-360-8197.
Call 401-895-7351 for quote.
The West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick has a free Community Needs Pantry set up near the front entrance. Please take what you need! If you would like to donate, leave what you can (non-perishables only please). The Pantry is in need of milk (all kinds), cereal, oatmeal, peanut butter & toilet paper. For more information, call 828-3750.
CESSPOOL SERVICE
CHEVALIER CESSPOOL CLEANERS: Cesspools and septic tanks pumped. New systems installed. Sewer connections. 736-8313.
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: 732-3110. 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.
K.C. FENCE CO.: There’s no job too big or too small... We do them all! Specializing in all types of fencing. In business for over 40 years. RI Reg. #15748. Insured. 397-5076.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
MOFFITT & ASSOCIATES, LLC.: Financial Services and Investments, Retirement Planning and 401K rollovers. www.moffittassociates.com 1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry (401) 828-0097.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
LEWIS & CLARKE ENTERPRISES, INC.: New homes, additions, garages, kitchens, bathrooms, family rooms, roofs, and repairs. 345-3227. RI Reg. #5646.
PEST CONTROL
WINFIELD TERMITE & PEST CONTROL: All your pest needs. 821-7800.
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.
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Entertainment & Events
1. Where did the melody for The Toys’ “A Lover’s Concerto” come from?
2. Name the Chicago song that includes the lyric “Eh, cumpari, ci vo sunari.”
3. Which group released “Nightshift”?
4. Name the artist who wrote and released “Young Turks.”
5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “Here we come, walking down the street, We get the funniest looks from everyone we meet.”
Answers
1. The melody is Minuet in G Major by Christian Petzold, in 1725. For a long time it was believed that it had been written by Johann Sebastian Bach because the song was found in a compilation by Bach’s sister.
2. “Saturday in the Park,” in 1972. The Italian lyric comes from “Eh, Cumpari” by Julius La Rosa, in 1953.
3. The Commodores, in 1985. The song charted around the globe.
4. Rod Stewart, in 1981.
5. Theme song from “The Monkees” television show, 1966-1968, starring Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork and Davy Jones. The show was canceled after the second season due to a dispute: The band wanted more guest stars and the TV network didn’t. Meanwhile, the show’s exposure did make the group very successful.
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JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
Shepherd of the Valley UMC is having a Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 14, from 11AM to 3PM at 604 Seven Mile Road, Hope. Juneteenth is known as Freedom Day or Jubilee Day and commemorates the day when all enslaved people in the US were finally freed (June 18, 1865). Games and crafts will begin at 11AM. Food will be served at 12PM, followed by a storyteller at 1PM. Kim Trusty, a Rhode Island singer, will wow us with her music at 2PM! All are welcome to come for part or the entire day! This event is free of charge!
FESTIVAL
OUR LADY OF CZESTOCHOWA POLISH-AMERICAN
Our Lady of Czestochowa will hold its Polish-American Festival on Friday, June 13 & Saturday, June 14, from 5pm to 9pm on the school grounds at: 222 MacArthur Blvd., Coventry. Join us for Polish/American Food, music, games for all ages, raffles, Cow Chip Bingo and much more. Frozen golombki & pierogi available for sale. Free admission & parking. For more information: 401-821-7991 or visit www.olcsvp.org.
By Lucie Winborne
• Koala bears have no sweat glands, so they cool themselves by licking their arms and stretching out as they rest in trees.
• Asbestos used to be a common sight on film sets. The carcinogenic mineral was a common substitute for snowflakes in film-making until shortly after World War II.
• No matter how hot your summer day feels, you won’t actually be able to cook an egg on a sidewalk. That’s because you’d need a temperature of at least 158 F, and the highest recorded only reached 131 F. Besides that, concrete isn’t a good heat conductor.
• Inazawa Grand Bowl bowling center in Japan is the world’s largest bowling alley, with 116 lanes.
• Mars’ dust storms, the planet’s defining weather feature, are the largest in the solar system and can last for months.
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In Memory of Erika Tremblay Shea
An open house raffle fundraiser to benefit the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation will be held on Saturday, June 21, from 12 to 4 p.m., at the Old Theater Diner, 33 Sandy Bottom Road, Coventry. Enjoy a free buffet, beautiful raffle prizes and live music to support a great cause! Questions, information or to donate please contact: Diane Tremblay 401-525-1096 or Pat Johnston 401-556-1567.
