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George Washington has had at least three official birthdays. He was born Feb. 11, 1731. But that was according to the Julian calendar used at the time. When the Gregorian calendar was adopted, his birthday was recorded as Feb. 22, 1732. (Read about how the calendar was changed if you’ve never learned this.) President Chester Arthur renamed Washington’s official birthday as Presidents Day in 1885. Then in 1968, the Unified Monday Holiday Act was passed and became law in 1971. The act moved certain public holidays to Mondays to create three-day weekends, and the third Monday in February became the day for Washington’s celebration (and an extra day off work). In 2022, Washington’s birthday is observed on Feb. 21. Glass Works Auctions sold the amber “Simon’s Centennial Bitters, Trade Mark” bottle at their auction for $2,640. It is shaped like the bust of President Washington, with the product name embossed on the front below a large, round label panel. *** Is there a market for new, unused Woodstock tickets from 1969? We found some in the wall of an old house on our former property in New York, not far from Bethel. The three-day Woodstock Music and Art Fair was originally intended to be held in Woodstock, New York, in August 1969. After objections were raised, the organizers moved the event three times until they were finally able to rent a farmer’s field in Bethel, New York. Tickets sold in advance were $6 per day or $18 for a three-day ticket. Those sold on-site cost $8 or $24 for a three-day ticket. Unused tickets sell at auctions today for a few hundred dollars depending on their condition. A three-day ticket that was originally $18 sold at a recent auction for $250. A three-day ticket

This circa 1876 Simon’s Centennial Bitters bottle represents George Washington when he was commander in chief of the Continental Army, 100 years before.

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These issues can be addressed by height and size caps that require ADUs be shorter and smaller than the primary dwelling; requiring external units be behind the house and/ or a minimum distance from the front curb; and imposing design standards so that external ADUs architecturally match the primary dwelling or otherwise blend with the neighborhood aesthetic. Some communities have responded to these homeowner concerns by encouraging creation of internal ADUs, which are often unnoticed from the street. But that may not be enough. Some tough zoning regulations need to go. The shortage of affordable, accessible, right-sized housing is a critical issue in the state that has been declared a looming crisis. The truth is it’s a crisis now for too many older Rhode Islanders who wish to age in place. Maybe it is a crisis for you. We need an array of solutions and ADUs are an important option in that array. AARP wants to make ADUs better understood and easier to construct. One of AARP Rhode Island’s top 2022 General Assembly priorities is to make it easier to add an ADU by reducing or eliminating zoning requirements or restrictions that present barriers. You can learn more about AARP Rhode Island’s proposed legislation at www.aarp.org/RILivable. And watch for AARP’s advocacy so you can take action and help get this done.

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SMART START Ahealthy FAMILY FEATURES

commitment to health and wellness means taking care of yourself and your family, exercising and eating right. The New Year is the perfect time to refocus your goals and make better health a priority. A nutrient-rich breakfast can set you up for success each and every day. Dairy foods like milk, cheese and yogurt are good sources of high-quality protein, which is an essential part of a healthy diet. Protein serves as the building block for cells throughout the body and may aid in managing weight by helping you feel full. By adding protein to your day, health and wellness goals can become easier to achieve. Daily protein needs should be met by spreading intake throughout the day in every meal and snack you eat. Not only does protein help satisfy hunger, which may aid in weight management, but it also helps preserve muscle. No matter your breakfast style, dairy foods can enhance your dish. These recipes show how, from sweet to savory and cold to hot, your breakfast can be unique while providing high-quality nutrition in each bite. Learn more about the role of dairy in a healthy diet at MilkMeansMore.org.

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Recipe created by The Chef Next Door on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 3/4 cup buckwheat flour 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 3/4 cups lactose-free, 2 percent milk 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 cups fresh blueberries, plus additional for topping (optional) syrup (optional) In large bowl, whisk together flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In small bowl, beat eggs then add milk, oil and vanilla; mix well. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix to combine. Heat griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Using 1/4 measuring cup, pour batter onto griddle. Gently place several blueberries all over surface of pancakes. Flip pancakes when bubbles start to form around edges and bottoms are golden brown. Cook on other side until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove to plate and cover to keep warm. Top pancakes with additional blueberries and syrup before serving, if desired.

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Recipe created by Comfortably Domestic on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 2 Oats 1 cup 2 percent milk 3/4 cup water 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup old-fashioned oats Huevos Rancheros 1/2 cup sweet onion, peeled and chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons light olive oil 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 2 eggs kosher salt black pepper 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated In medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring milk, water and salt to boil. Stir in oats. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer oats, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes. Remove oats from heat and place lid on saucepan. Set aside. In nonstick skillet over medium heat, saute onion in olive oil until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir canned tomatoes with green chilies and chipotle chili powder into onions to combine. Continue to heat salsa to boil, about 1 minute. Make two wells in middle of tomato salsa. Crack eggs into wells. Season eggs with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover skillet and poach eggs in salsa to desired doneness; about 3-4 minutes. Divide oats evenly between two bowls. Spoon eggs and salsa over oats. Serve immediately with cheddar cheese.

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Recipe created by Rachel Cooks on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Servings: 8 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 large clove garlic, minced 12 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and water pressed out 12 large eggs 1/4 cup skim milk 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup minced fresh basil 1/2 cup shredded, part-skim mozzarella cheese Heat oven to 325 F. In oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Once garlic is fragrant, add spinach; break up to incorporate and heat. In medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pepper, oregano, ricotta, Parmesan and basil. Add egg mixture to skillet, reduce heat to low and cook 1 minute, stirring gently. Move to oven and bake 25-30 minutes, or until eggs are almost completely set. Carefully remove from oven and add mozzarella. Return to oven and bake until mozzarella is melted, about 5 minutes. May be served hot, at room temperature or cold.

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Recipe created by Foxes Love Lemons on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 3 minutes Servings: 1 3/4 cup milk 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese 2 dried figs, halved 1 tablespoon sliced almonds 1 tablespoon honey In microwave-safe bowl, stir together milk, oats and salt. Microwave on high 2 1/2 minutes, or until oats are tender and most liquid is absorbed. Remove bowl from microwave; stir in ricotta. To serve, top with figs and almonds, and drizzle with honey.

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RETIREMENT SPARKS by ELAINE M. DECKER

NFTs That I’m Selling Melania Trump recently made a media splash by offering an NFT of her “cobalt blue eyes” for about $180. An NFT, or “non-fungible token,” is a way to sell digital “art”. It can’t be illegally replicated or altered once it’s been created. The “artist” mints their work on one of several NFT marketplaces by creating a detailed smart contract that is then stored on a cryptocurrency blockchain. I can see your eyes are glazing over, so I’ll move on. I’m not offering any NFTs of my eyes, but I think you’ll find some interesting and affordable options here. Digital versions of my mouth. $100 together The real one may be the smallest adult mouth extant. I’m also providing a version resized in Photoshop. I won’t use the fixed aspect ratio, so it won’t be thicker, just wider. You can keep both versions. That way you’ll recognize me in photos that haven’t been retouched.

My right earlobe, which has been pierced crooked. $100 This is thanks to my attempt to do it myself with a sewing needle as a teenager. I panicked part way through the piercing. My neighbor, an RN, took over and finished it with a hypodermic needle. I had started it crooked and she finished on the same angle. Folks are forever telling me I’m about to lose an earing from that ear. I explain: No. It’s just pierced crooked. Your NFT of it can be a real conversation starter!

My neck wattle, which is now so prominent that it rivals Mitch McConnell’s. $125 You get a bonus with this NFT. I often camouflage my wattle with stylish neck scarves. Your digital version comes shown with the scarf of your choice. Several options are provided. Buy two and get the third one free!

My Chest Port, which is probably my most unusual NFT. $250

The U-shaped scar on the outside of my right foot. $150 What a story there! I must have been around 7 or 8 years old. I tried to pirouette around one of the metal poles holding up the awning over our neighbor’s front patio extension. I knocked over and broke the milk bottle next to the pole. I have no idea why I didn’t see it before my acrobatics. Of course it broke and cut my foot. Not badly enough to do anything more than put pressure on it to stop the bleeding, but it left a scar that I see it as a badge of honor of sorts.

Collection of smaller scars from my lung cancer medical procedures. $150 together There’s the tiny one near my Adam’s apple from my mediastinoscopy. The biopsy from my earlier bronchoscopy at Hartford Health Care was inconclusive and had found no cancer. Second opinions from Yale and Dana Farber recommended a more thorough scoping. That was done at Yale and found cancer in three lymph nodes. Also included is the small scar on my back below my ribs from a Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery. That found cancer in some nodules on my pleural lining, making my cancer stage 4. Hence I consider this scar significant even though it’s small. These scars are being sold as a lot.

My liver spots that form popular constellations. $100 each The Pleiades, aka seven sisters, are found on my left hand; Aquila (the eagle) decorates my right hand; the large singleton liver spot on top of my left thigh is the distinctive Evening Star, aka Venus; Cygnus (the Northern Cross) lives on my right thigh and the points of the cross are connected by spider veins. This NFT also comes with the offer to buy one constellation and get the second half off. What a deal! There you have it. Nine exciting NFT options of digital body images of your favorite blogger. Because these are digital, I can offer multiple copies. NFT technology assures they’re authentic and non-reproducible, other than by me. All inquiries welcome.

It’s not the most attractive NFT that I’m offering here, but I’ll bet I’m the only one who has a port for sale. It’s also my most recent bodily intrusion. That’s worth extra.

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Copyright 2022 Business Theatre Unlimited Elaine M. Decker’s books include Retirement Downsizing—A Humorous Guide, Retirement Sparks, Retirement Sparks Again, Retirement Sparks Redux and CANCER: A Coping Guide. Her essays appear in the anthologies: 80 Things To Do When You Turn 80 and 70 Things To Do When You Turn 70. All are available on Amazon.com. Contact her at: emdecker@ix.netcom.com

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SENIOR ISSUES by LARRY GRIMALDI

Two Columns For The Price Of One: Wishes and a Gift As a columnist, I occasionally find myself at the intersection of inspiration and revelation. I’ve learned not to ignore these creative bursts, as they often lead to previously undiscovered insights. This month’s column features two distinct, but ultimately related, real life events. They are inexorably linked by their connections to family. That link was the impetus for Two Columns for the Price of One: Wishes for Lorelai and One Last Christmas Gift. WISHES FOR LORELAI: Our fifth grandchild, Lorelai Eileen, made her debut into the New Jersey branch of the family on August 4, 2021 at 3:45 a.m. She is the daughter of Renee (Iovine-Grimaldi), my son Benjamin, sister of three-year old Benjamin, Jr. and the newest member of the Grimaldi-Iovine-Bianchi clan. I usually don’t write letters to my grandchildren until they were older; but I’m making an exception for Lorelai. These are my wishes for her. May you always be surrounded by a nurturing and supportive family. May your life be filled with love and laughter. May you discover and cherish your heritage and continue time-honored family traditions. May you realize the value of lasting and true friendships. May you develop a deep sense of spirituality to sustain you through challenging times and foster an attitude of gratitude for times of joy and triumph. May you view failure as an opportunity for growth. May you recognize that true success lies in quality of effort. May your curiosity always outweigh your knowledge. May you hear the beauty in music, and appreciate the creativity of art and literature. May you dance and sing like no one is watching. May you learn to step out of your comfort zone and be willing to embrace new experiences. May you learn to live one day at a time. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. The present is a gift to be celebrated. May you be open to seeking advice and counsel, and have the common sense to know what you don’t know. May you discover that integrity, honesty, humility, empathy, compassion, kindness, tolerance, and generosity are the character traits that transcend time and treasure.

ONE LAST CHR day, we had op ISTMAS GIFT: By late af ternoon Chri ened all our p stmas resents-or so moment’s pau I thought. Aft se, my daugh er a few ter, Kate (Bia ter that she h nchi), gave m ad to me just e this leta few days b Christmas 20 efore Christm 21 as . On December 14, 2021, I w as very aggrav line at the Dun ated and waiti kin’ Donuts C ng in enter attempt passes. I was ing to redeem rushing around ho ck ey during my lunc man in front of h hour. The ge me was asking ntleso many ques Globetrotters tions about a game. I was gr Harlem owing inpatien eavesdrop on t. Then I started the conversati to on. The way he ticket lady rem was speaking inded me of yo w it h the u. H e was asking pricing. Then about seating I noticed he w and as as king about ha seating. I beca ndicap access me a little less ib le an noyed and ru was purchasi shed. You see, ng tickets for he hi s eight-year-old Globetrotters grandson to se . He wanted hi e the m to have grea a concern. He t seats. Money was also deba w as not ting about a ti father of his gr cket for his so andson. His so n, the n is wheelchai (Kate and my r-bound and a son-in law, R twin. ay are parents daughters Kat to our twin gran harine and Sop dhia, age 18 an 12). I became d grandson N still less anno icholas, yed and maybe a few sizes m my Grinch he ore. I decided art grew th at as would be to pu my last Chris tmas gift to yo rchase his gran u ds on’s courtside a grandfatherseat. It would grandson even be t, not unlike the share with Nic sort of event yo holas. The man u was overcome explained wha with emotion t I was doing. as I He said he wou and that he w ld pass on the as not used to story accepting gift how he remin s. I told him ab ded me of you, out you, and it was just would like to the sort of gift receive. you Love you. Mer ry Christmas. Kate

“May you live in interesting times.” -Chinese proverb Remember the words of poet e.e. cummings, “It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” And finally, “If I could give my granddaughter three things, it would be the confidence to always know her self-worth, the strength to follow her dreams, and the ability to know how truly, deeply loved she is.” -

Larry Grimaldi is a freelance writer from North Providence. Comments can be e-mailed to lvgrimaldi49@gmail.com.

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O K, so it’s cold out there. And you might have to wear a mask. And show your vaccination card. Is it worth it to see live theatre after a two year sabbatical? You bet it is! The Big Three- Trinity Rep, PPAC, and Gamm-all have full seasons planned, and they include plays and musicals of particular interest to Senior Citizens. Trinity presents August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean” the first play in the legendary playwright’s American Century Cycle, where he wrote a play a decade, Set in Pittsburgh in 1904, described by director Jude Sandy as “a lyrical masterpiece of myth and history”. It opens on February 24 and runs through March27. “Sueno” follows from April 7 to May 8. It is a contemporary reimagining of “Life is a Dream”, one of the jewels of the Spanish Golden Age, described by the Chicago Tribune as “Enchanting and frequently funny take on the classic.” Call 351-4242 for reservations. PPAC presents “An Officer and a Gentleman”, based on the Oscar winning film starring Richard Gere with a score based on the 1980’s catalogue of music, including the Grammy winning “Up Where You Belong”. If you like romantic endings, this one is for you. At PPAC February 18-20. “The Prom” is a new

GAMM has onw more week of An Octoroon. musical comedy about big Broadway stars on a mission to change the world. We saw a version on Netflix and loved it. At PPAC March 8-13. “Oklahoma” has been reimagined so successfully that it won a Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical. The classic musical will be on stage March 22-27. Be sure to get your tickets now for one of the best musicals ever to reach the stage, My Fair Lady” on May 11-15. Call 421-ARTS for reservations. GAMM has another week of “An Octoroon”, an irreverent re-telling of a hit 19th century melodrama dealing with race relationships. March will feature Martyna Majok’s “Ironbound”, a darkly funny, heartbreaking portrait of a tough woman

for whom love is a luxuryand a liability-and survival is the only measure of success.” Call 723-4266 for reservations. Get out the winter coat, muffler, hat and gloves. Warm up the car and head to the theatre. Gamm has a large parking lot adjacent to the theatre in Warwick. Trinity and PPAC have paid parking lots close by. You need to get there early to find on-street parking. Or take Uber. Think of all the money you saved over the last two years. Supporting the arts is needed badly these days. And the actors can’t wait to practice their craft once again.

Pets Got Us Through The Pandemic The only people I saw in my neighborhood at the height of the pandemic were delivery persons and neighbors walking their dogs. Our pets became the center of our universe as we sheltered in place, providing us with companionship, security, and, most of all, love. In return, we spoiled them. We gave them treats, played with them, cuddled them, talked to them, and never let them out of our sight. Sheltering at home meant that we didn’t have to say “Goodbye” five mornings a week, as we went off to work or school. We had our dog or cat sitting by our computer as we worked from home. Even the fish in our aquarium were paid closer attention to. Trey, our three-legged rescue cat follows me around, climbing the stairs to my office to watch me on the computer, occasionally jumping in my lap to disrupt my train of thought. We rescued Trey after he lost his leg in a bear trap in northern Connecticut, and my veterinarian granddaughter convinced me that he needed a loving home. She was unaware that I was a dog person, never owned a cat, and didn’t necessarily care for the independent creatures. Trey quickly changed my mind. He would crawl up in my lap while I read or watched TV, and sit there purring away as I petted him. During stressful times, I discovered that this threelegged animal was doing more for my mental health than any therapist could. After my return from two trips to the hospital, I found him crawling into bed with me in the middle of the night. He ate three meals a day with me, looking up at me with those loving eyes that said “Feed Me”. My wife is a night owl and I am an early riser. I enjoy his company in the mornings, while he keeps Joyce company when I retire. After Joyce goes to bed, Trey sleeps in my office chair. He has his own cushioned chair, but prefers mine when I’m not in at. In the morning, he waits for me to shower and dress and follows me downstairs, where we have breakfast together. Then it is lap time while I read the morning paper. With fewer people to hold a conversation with during the pandemic, Trey fills the bill perfectly. I discuss the news, talk about my day, and call him “Good Kitty” a dozen or so times. He never talks back. My wife says that I talk to him more than I talk to her. So, that’s my story. I am sure that those of you with pets have experienced a much closer relationship with them. And I am sure that you are better for it. Now, with people returning to school and work and beginning to have somewhat of a social life again, let us not forget those loyal animal friends who helped us through the difficult times.

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Is it possible to teach a cat to come when you call? I have a 2-year-old gray cat, Billy, who sometimes gets past my feet and runs out the door. I worry that he will get run over by a car or attacked by a coyote. He will look at me when I call, but that is it. — Kelly in Fort Myers, Florida DEAR KELLY: You can teach cats to respond to certain commands, and calling them is one of those commands. I know that Billy can learn to do it, because he clearly recognizes your voice. He just doesn’t see the value in returning to you right away. So it’s important to help Billy “see” the value in returning when you call! You do this through training that uses positive reinforcement — a favorite treat or food. Here’s how: • Come up with a noise that you can make just before Billy gets a treat or dinner. A whistle, a clucking noise, even a little song. • Just before you open his can of food or treat bag, make that noise. Do it at every feeding and treat time. • Set aside five minutes, twice a day, for reinforcement training. • During training, make the noise, wait for Billy to respond, then give him a treat. Back up a couple of feet and repeat. • Gradually increase the distance during each session until Billy comes running when you call. Once Billy associates that specific noise with a reward, he’ll come back every time you call. Make sure to always reward him when he comes, even if it’s just lots of praise. He’ll be far less likely to stay out if he escapes, and you’ll have much greater peace of mind. You can learn this technique: https:// www.rd.com/list/how-to-train-a-cat/. Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.

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Unable to attend the Job Fair? Applications can be found on our website: coventryrecreation.com or at our office, Coventry Community Center, 1277 Main Street, Coventry.

For more information, email us at parksandrecreation@coventryri.org, or call the office at 401-822-9107 Monday through Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm.