2016 Block Island Holiday Shopping Stroll Guide

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On and off Block Island

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Holiday Shopping

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Shop On Island BIT’s Block Island Sport Shop blockislandsport.com Block Island Trading Company blockislandtradingcompany.com Block Island Volunteer Fire and Rescue facebook.com/BIVFR Building Blocks facebook.com/buildingblocksbiri Diamondblue Surf Shop diamondbluebi.net Full Moon Tide fullmoontide.com Golddiggers blockislandgolddiggers.com Interstate Navigation blockislandferry.com Islandog fullmoontide.com Island Free Library Winter Market islandfreelibrary.org Island Mist Natural Products islandmistnaturalproducts.com Jennifer’s Jewelry jennifersjewelrybi.com Jessie Edward’s Studio jessieedwardsgallery.com Littlefield Bee Farm blockislandhoney.com Mahoney’s Clothier MUTT HUT facebook.com/mutthutblockisland North Light Fibers northlightfibers.com Photo Dog Art Gallery biphotodog.com Solstice facebook.com/solsticeblockisland Star Department Store stardepartmentstore.com Strings & Things fullmoontide.com True North Outfitters facebook.com/Truenorthblockisland Twin Maples blockislandtimes.com/affiliate/twin-maples/42535 Wildflowers Boutique facebook.com/wildflowersboutique.blockisland

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Organizations Block Island Conservancy biconservancy.org Friends of the Island Free Library islandfreelibrary.org Nature Conservancy nature.org

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National Hotel blockislandhotels.com

New England Airlines blockislandsairline.com

Spring House Hotel springhousehotel.com

The 401 Studio the401studio.com Critter Hut critterhutri.com Dove and Distaff doveanddistaffruggallery.com Fleming’s Feed flemingsfeed.net The Glass Station theglassstationstudio.com O’Neil’s Package Store Paul Masse Chevrolet paulmasse.com Paul Masse Buick/GMC paulmasse.com Print Source printsourceri.com Schwabby’s Wine & Spirits South County Sound and Video scsv.net Sweeney’s Wine & Spirits Valenti Subaru valentisubaru.com Valenti Toyota valentitoyota.com Universal Firearms universalfirearms.com Wakefield Liquors wakefieldliquors.com W. E. Stedman Bicycle Sales westedman.com

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By Renée Meyer It’s time for the 27th annual Block Island Holiday Shopping Stroll, a threeday event starting Friday, Nov. 25.

The first place you’ll want to go is the Block Island Chamber of Commerce office at the top of the ferry parking lot.

There you can pick up a booklet describing all 29 of the stores that will be open, a restaurant listing, and a Shopping Stroll map. Don’t forget your raffle form. As you go around the stores, have the shopkeeper stamp your form to show that you were there. No actual purchase is necessary.

(Interstate Navigation is also running the fast ferry for those who want to come to the island a little quicker. See the schedule on the All Around the Block on page 32.)

The weather this November may make it hard to get in the spirit of the holidays — there are still roses blooming all over the place, and the summer annuals in window boxes are still blooming. So don’t be surprised if you find petunias, impatiens, and geraniums amongst the pine greenery and sprigs of holly and winterberry. The Block Island Gardeners have assembled wreaths and attached them to utility poles.

Shuttered inns are adorned with swags and more wreaths, and despite a day that was windy enough to stop all the ferries, the lobster pot tree was assembled on Sunday.

The Block Island Times went poking about on Saturday to see what cool things were in store for this year’s Stroll. We found several places open, with people setting out inventory (it’s not all ‘summer stuff’) and putting up decorations.

There was lots of socializing going on – particularly at Island Bound Bookstore, but then again, it is an always popular spot for socializing. You can of course find lots of great books, including the just named National Book Award recipient “The Underground Railroad,” by Colson Whitehead, and The New York Times

Top: This Block Island-style ornament is new this year at Block Island Trading Co. Right: Our model Sophie showing off a stylish poncho from Wild Flowers. Bottom: Block Island Sport Shop will be open for the outdoor-minded consumer. PHOTO BY LARS TRODSON bestseller “Notorious RBG, The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsberg” by Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik. There’s also Ann Hood’s latest novel: “The Book That Matters Most.”

In the kids’ section, a couple of books of things to build with Legos caught our eye, as did Klutz books of arts and crafts including one called “Sew Mini Treats,” — treats being of the edible kind, but See Stroll, Page 22

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Continued from Page 20 fashioned from felt.

There’s more than just books, though.

There are jigsaw puzzles, art supplies, and board games. How about a little Twister?

Upstairs from the bookstore is the Jessie Edwards Studio, a gallery filled with original artworks, reproductions, and some decorative items. The gallery represents, among others, Fred Poisson, Sandra Swan, Gerard Blouin, Helen Frank, Gillian Stevens, and the late William Sommerfeld, whose paintings depict Block Island in the 1950s. Just in for the holidays are ceramic ornaments by Celeste Helterline.

Of course, there are works by Edwards, too, including her signature pen and ink depictions of local homes, buildings, and pastimes. Her classic trio of “Sledding at the Spring House,” “Skating on the Tea Room pond,” and “Ice-boats,” are charming winter scenes that can be had for $26 apiece. “It’s my Currier and Ives period,” says Jessie of the three works.

Crossing the street you will find Strings N’ Things, a boutique with a vibe that’s particularly popular with young people, and the people who shop for them. In between the incense and hemp clothing are lots of gag gifts, mermaids, and accessories. We particularly liked the appliquéd fingerless gloves.

Island Dog is next door, in the same building. This tiny little store is great for those who really love their furbabies, or who know who is really in charge of the house when there are pets involved. Besides the Block Island leashes and collars, there are signs and doormats written from the humorous perspective of Fido.

Across the street at Mahoney’s Clothier, things are a little more serious. Like…pinstripe and all-weather gear serious. We all know the weather in New England can turn on a dime, so if you’re unprepared this is a good bet to find what you need — especially if you are a man.

Zigzagging across the street, workers at The Glass Onion were busy setting out ornaments of all styles, from classic and glittery, to whimsical, to quaint. There’s probably more variety per square foot in this little shop than any other on Block Island, so it’s hard to describe. But suffice www.blockislandtimes.com

Top: Stuffed animal ornaments at The Glass Onion. Right: Stop by Golddiggers and take me ‘om’ for the holidays. Below: Appliquéd fingerless gloves can be found at Strings N’ Things. Bottom: Lazy Fish gets decked out for the Holiday Stroll.

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it to say, we will be going back for those all too cute stuffed animal ornaments. Really, you should see the tiny knit hat on the walrus.

A few more doors down Water Street, it was a family affair decorating for the Stroll at Wild Flowers Boutique. Owner Jenn Brady was happy to take some time off to show us some of her favorite items in the store, though. She really likes the shoes and boots from Free People. New this fall, they have all-leather uppers, and some unusual, but really cool looking features. She also pointed out the soft, wool blend ponchos that come in a variety of solid colors or classy stripes. Brady even got her daughter’s friend to model them for us.

Did you know Uggs made sweatpants and loungewear? Probably — but we didn’t.

And they do. “Luxuriously soft,” is the way our model described them. Forty percent off, people, and there’s no ring of fur around the waistband.

At the end of Water Street is Block Island Trading Company. Owner Jon McKenzie has already decorated and is all ready for the Stroll. He too has lots of holiday ornaments, many, no mostly, with a Block Island theme. New this year is a glass version of the cloisonné Block Island Christmas tree ball. It’s a bit lighter than the copper version, both in the wallet and in the hand. Not all of the Block Island ornaments should See Stroll, Page 26

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NEW BUSINESS

True North Outfitters open for Stroll Features nautical, outdoor, athleisure clothing

True North Outfitters features Mahi Gold signature print, wash and wear, dresses. PHOTOS COURTESY OF JENN BRADY

By Cassius Shuman On May 14, 2016, Jenn Brady opened a new clothing store called True North Outfitters. The store, featuring men’s and women’s nautical, outdoor, “ath-leisure” clothing, is nestled into the southeast corner of the National Hotel on Dodge Street. Name brands carried at the store are: North Face, Helly Hansen, Mahi Gold, Free People Movement and S’well water bottles.

True North Outfitters will be open for the Holiday Stroll from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Nov. 24-26). The store will also be open on Tuesdays during December from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Brady’s other store, Wild Flowers Boutique, located at The Harborside Inn, opened its doors in April of 2010. It will be open for the same hours as True North Outfitters during the stroll.

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Holiday Open House Friday, December 2nd Island Free Library 5-7 p.m.

Songs to sing while you stroll A Holly Jolly Christmas Have a holly, jolly Christmas; It’s the best time of the year I don’t know if there’ll be snow but have a cup of cheer Have a holly, jolly Christmas; And when you walk down the street Say Hello to friends you know and everyone you meet

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Oh ho the mistletoe hung where you can see; Somebody waits for you; Kiss her once for me Have a holly jolly Christmas and in case you didn’t hear Oh by golly have a holly jolly Christmas this year

Let it Snow Oh the weather outside is frightful But the fire is so delightful And since we’ve no place to go Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

It doesn’t show signs of stopping And I’ve bought some corn for popping The lights are turned way down low Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

When we finally kiss good night How I’ll hate going out in the storm!

But if you’ll really hold me tight All the way home I’ll be warm The fire is slowly dying And, my dear, we’re still goodbying But as long as you love me so Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

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Library Learning Series: Needle Felting Tuesday, Dec. 6th at 5:00PM

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Continued from Page 22 be consigned to the tree, though. There are plenty that we could see hanging from the rear view mirror of a car.

Turning ‘round the corner onto Dodge Street, don’t forget to visit the Winter Market on Saturday at the Island Free Library. Inside, you will find approximately 20 vendors, most of whom participate in the summer Farmers Market or Block Island Arts and Crafts Guild. New this year will be the Block Island Candle Company, with all-soy candles that each come with a surprise Block Island trinket inside.

The Winter Market will not feature the soups and chili that it has in the past, but don’t worry, there are plenty of other dining options this year, including a fundraiser at Yellow Kittens for the Block Island School’s Further A’Field program, which, for the second year will send tenth graders to St. Croix for a week of service/learning with The Nature Conservancy. The fund-

Top: Pick up hand-blown glassware by Eben Horton at Red Right Return. Left: Owner Mary Anderson gets her shop, The Glass Onion, ready for the Stroll. raiser also includes a community yard sale.

Before you roll your eyes about a yard sale, please know it is the only type of event on Block Island that people actually show up early for.

Also on Dodge Street is Watercolors.

If you are having trouble locating this very popular boutique, it is sandwiched in between Beachcomber (which sadly won’t be open) and Red Right Return.

Watercolors is aptly named – most of the merchandise invokes the colors of the ocean

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Stroll by our shops on Water Street A little something for everyone!

and sea glass. While many of the boutiques feature jewelry, clothing and decorative items, the shopkeepers make a concerted effort to not carry the same lines. So, this is your place to find glass stemware with etched-in designs, including the compass rose, fish, a pirate’s skull, or, of course, that favorite pork chop, Block Island.

Next door, there’s Red Right Return.

For those not in the know, it’s a nautical navigation term, but that doesn’t mean Red Right Return is Block Island’s version of West Marine. Rather, it has variously been described as an antique shop, a treasure shop, a consignment store. One person, Continued on next page

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Shopping Stroll dining options

By Renée Meyer If there was ever a critique of the Block Island Holiday Shopping Stroll, it would have been the lack of dining options. But this year, island restaurants have stepped up to open their doors for this special event.

Closest to the boat, Pots and Kettles food truck will be located at the top of the ferry parking lot in the taxi stand area. Pots and Kettles has a special menu planned for the event, including hearty vegetarian soups, chili, and falafel. A favorite with island workers, Pots and Kettles will be open from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

At the other end of town, which is really not very far, there are more options. Topside Café serves breakfast and lunch and is open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by for coffee and muffins, bagels, egg sandwiches or wraps. It might sound like typical fare, but Topside gets very creative – and delicious with its combos.

Across the street on Ocean Avenue is Kimberly’s. Kimberly’s is currently open from Thursdays through Monday for dinner, with lunch served on Saturday and Sunday starting at 11:30 a.m. There are lots of seafood options, some with a surprising twist, such as the fried oysters served with mango salsa and a spicy chili mayonnaise, and Thai Coconut Red Curry Mussels. For the more traditionally minded, there is lobster bisque or crispy calamari. Have a seat and enjoy some fine dining in a laid back atmosphere.

Around the corner on Corn Neck Road, Old Island Pub is also open for lunch, dinner, or just drinks.

Enjoy your favorite sports game or mingle with the locals, while downing a Reuben sandwich. While this is a pub, there is a room for family dining and children are welcome.

Just up the street is McAloon’s, the newest addition to the Block Island dining scene. McAloon’s will be open for lunch during the Stroll, as well as dinner. Come get some traditional Irish fare, or a very

Continued from previous page Top: Dress up for a special occasion with the clothes available at Mahoney’s Clothier.

Right: Block Island Trading looks festive for the holidays. who apparently doesn’t care for such things, once was heard to call it a junk shop. It’s a great place to shop for the collector on your list, whether they’re into salt and pepper shakers, elephant figurines or vintage Pyrex pieces.

Not everything is used and old at Red Right Return. Owner Judy Clark has some hand-blown glassware by Eben Horton, the glassblower who makes the orbs for the Glass Float Project. No, you can’t buy an orb, you’ll have to go out hiking and find one yourself, but you can buy a carved wood stand to put it on, or a lobster funnel to hang it in.

Don’t forget to head down Chapel Street to visit the stores there. On our prestroll Stroll, we found the new owner of Golddiggers, Vaux Finnimore, busy setting out inventory and decorations. By the looks of it, she had a lot of work to do, but was still willing to chat. There will be the same fine jewelry that Golddiggers has carried in the past, and some new additions, including watches. With hands. It’s the fashion trend of the year.

One necklace that caught our eye was of tiny rough cut diamonds set in sterling silver, in the shape of an Om symbol.

Without blinking an eye, or hesitating at all, Finnimore suddenly blurts out “Om for the holidays.”

Happy Strolling, everyone!

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The bitter wind was coming in off the harbor, and the clouds were low, but there was the crew of island families hoisting up the lobster pots that would soon turn into one of the island’s great holiday traditions: The Lobster Pot Tree. As you drove past on that chilly Sunday (Nov. 21), young voices yelled out “bake sale!” and on hand were scones, muffins, brownies, cookies, coffee, and hot chocolate for their fundraiser.

The goal was to get the beacon on top of the tree by the end of the day, a deadline that was met. According to Margie Comings of the OHTF, the tree will be lighted at dusk on Thanksgiving eve, Nov. 24. — Lars Trodson

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Before you buy your next appliance check us out.

We match anyone’s price.

Thanksgiving Sale

The ONLY locally owned appliance store in South County.

Shop local for Small business Saturday and always!

Support Your Local Shops!

HOURS 10-6 Friday and Saturday 10-5 Sunday

Seaside Marketplace

Black Friday Specials.

Daily Discounts.

Located at 446 Main Street in downtown Wakefield Call us at (401) 284-4108

466-5001

Free delivery to the ferry!

THANK YOU The Friends of the Island Free Library, the Staff and the Board of Trustees would like to thank each and every one who contributed time, money and effort to our very successful year and another 5 Star Award.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us.

See you at the library! islandfreelibrary.org 401-466-3233

The National Hotel invites you to add a touch of summer and Block Island to your holiday giving.

The National Hotel invites you to add a touch of summer and Block Island to your holiday giving.

Purchase a $100 gift card, receive a $25 gift card for the National Tap & Grille Offer Valid Until December 15, 2016 Call 466-2901 or visit: www.blockislandhotels.com

A gift certificate for the hotel or restaurant will be greatly appreciated by family or friend.

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Island Mist Bath & Body Products

CUSTOM SCREEN PRINTING, EMBROIDERY & VINYL

UPCO

November 26th, 11am-4pm

Small Business Saturday Stocking Sale!

Bring us your stocking and we will embroider a name or monogram for $10!

December 1st, 5pm-9pm

Ladies Night on Main Street!

MING EVENTS

THANKSGIVING WEEKEND HOLIDAY HOURS WEDNESDAY, 4pm – 1am THURSDAY, 7pm – 1am FRIDAY, 1pm – 1am DJ Dugan 10pm SATURDAY, 10am – 1am

Wakefield Winter Wonderland

Apré Polar Plunge Party Drinks • Hot Beverages & Food Donations benefit the BI Recreation Dept. Ski Trip

• Luxurious handmade bath products.

• All natural soaps, candles, teas, etc.

• Jewelry, pottery, woodworking and more, handcrafted by local artisans.

Come visit us on Chapel Street next to Golddiggers 401-864-5563 Islandmistnaturalproducts.com

Block Island Trading Company provisions for island time

Saturday December 31st.

DJ Libre

New Year’s Day

The 401 Studio tranforms into Santa’s Workshop!

Join Main Street for a tree lighting, caroling, and more!

Mixx

Take care of the planet, take care of yourself!

Live Reggae with Root Steady, 10pm

New Year’s Eve Ball

December 3rd, 5pm-9pm

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Tag Sale 10am – 3pm to benefit BI School 10th grade program, Further Afield — a community yard sale with soup, chili, & baked goods!

Storewide savings on retail and custom orders!

Wine & Snacks FREE! “Street-wide” Sale!

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THE BLOCK ISLAND TIMES November 26, 2016

All Around the Block — Nov/Dec 2016 Friday, November 25

All Day: Holiday Stroll. Town.

7:30 a.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church.

9 a.m. Rob Lewis Beach Walk. Town Beach.

10:30 - 11 a.m. Seated Exercises. Comm. Ctr. 1:30 p.m. Bridge Game. 1661.

3 p.m. Tai Chi. Community Ctr. 4:30 p.m. Step or Spin. Island Fitness.

4 - 6 p.m. TNC Holiday Open House. 1661 Inn.

Saturday, November 26

All Day: Holiday Stroll. Town.

7 a.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church 7:30 a.m. Tabata. Community Ctr. 8:30 a.m. Strength & Stretch. Island Fitness.

9:30 a.m. Spin. Island Fitness.

9:30 a.m. Advanced Yoga. 784 Lakeside Dr. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Winter Market. Island Free Library.

1 p.m. Turkey Trot. Town Beach.

5:30 p.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church.

Public Meetings Monday, November 28 BI Health Services - 4 p.m. - Medical Center

Tuesday, November 29 Planning Board - 12 noon - Town Hall

Wednesday, November 30 Planning Board - 12 noon - Town Hall

Thursday, December 1 BIPCO TT - 12:30 p.m. - Town Hall

School Menu Nov 28 - Dec 2 Monday: Chicken Stir Fry or Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup.

Tuesday: Taco Salad or Chicken, Bacon, & Cheddar Sandwich.

Wednesday: American Chop Suey or Veggie Burger.

Thursday: Pepperoni Bread or Chicken Pattie Sandwich.

Friday: Pizza (Cheese or Pepperoni) or Fish Sandwich.

Also: Daily Chef’s specials this week. Fruit and milk with every lunch.

Daily substitutions: Grilled cheese, soup of the day.

Menu items subject to change.

Available every day à la carte — assorted veggies, drinks, chips, fruits, ice cream.

The Block Island School is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

Block Island Hi-Speed Ferry

Point Judith - Block Island Nov. 23rd - Nov. 27th, 2016

DEPART POINT JUDITH

Wednesday ....... 12:30p, 3p Thursday .......... NO HS Friday................ 10:30a, 3p Saturday ........... 9:30a, 11:30a Sunday.............. 9:30a, 1p

Sunday, November 27

All Day: Holiday Stroll. Town.

8:30 a.m. Strength & Stretch. Island Fitness.

9:30 a.m. Spin. Island Fitness.

2 - 5 p.m. Study Hall. Island Free Library.

4:30 p.m. NA Meeting. Harbor Church.

7:30 a.m. Tabata. Community Ctr. 8:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga. Community Ctr. 4 p.m. Al-Anon Meeting. Harbor Church.

5 p.m. Nia. Library Basement.

5:30 p.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church.

9 p.m. Trivia. Club Soda.

Tuesday, November 29

Thursday, December 1

Monday, November 28

8:30 a.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church.

8:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga. Community Ctr. 10:30 - 11 a.m. Chair Aerobics. Community Ctr. 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Holiday Plant Sale. School Lobby.

12:30 p.m. Lunch Bunch. Community Ctr. 1:30 p.m. Bridge Game. Harbor Church.

5 p.m. Emotional Education. Island Free Library.

5:30 p.m. Tabata. Community Ctr. 5:30 p.m. Tree Lighting. Harbor Church.

6:30 p.m. Film & Soup. Island Free Library.

Friday, December 2

7:30 a.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church.

10:30 - 11 a.m. Seated Exercises. Comm. Ctr. 1:30 p.m. Bridge Game. 1661.

2:30 p.m. Boys Varsity Basketball. B.I. School

Physician on Duty: Mark Clark, M.D. (11/25 - 11/28) Liz Dyer, N.P. (11/29 - 12/2) Walk-in blood pressure checks. Call for availability.

Friday, Nov. 25....................................................................................... James Hartigan, D.C. Paul Trombly, D.M.D. Tom Hobin, P.T. Monday, Nov. 28................................................................................. Crystal Hauser, L.M.T. Tuesday, Nov. 29.................................................................................. Crystal Hauser, L.M.T. Wednesday, Nov. 30............................................................................. Crystal Hauser, L.M.T. Thursday, Dec. 1.................................................................................. Crystal Hauser, L.M.T. Tom Hobin, P.T. Friday, Dec. 2...................................................................................... Paul Trombly, D.M.D. Tom Hobin, P.T.

Medical Center Main Number: (401) 466-2974 Women’s Resource Center 24-hour hotline: (401) 782-3990 Samaritans Suicide Prevention: (800) 365-4044 www.samaritansri.org Call visiting specialists directly for appointment: Acupuncturist:...............................................................Hannah Redd, D.A. (401) 261-4316 Chiropractor:..............................................................James Hartigan, D.C. (508) 620-1940 Dentist:..................................................................... Paul Trombly, D.M.D. (401) 862-2713 Physical Therapist: ............................................................ Tom Hobin, P.T. (720) 352-8707 Massage Therapist:................................................. Crystal Hauser, L.M.T. (401) 743-2497 Orthodontist:..........................................................Robert Hayden, D.M.D. (401) 596-1414 Podiatrist:................................................................... Eleni Pappas, D.P.M. (401) 789-8912

Behavioral Health Information Tele-Medicine: ....................................................................Tracy Fredericks (207) 229-6349 Licensed Counselors:................................................................. Kerri Gaffett (401) 752-9504 Ed McGuirl (Bridgemark, Inc.) (401) 781-2700 Paul Boorom (401) 447-2227 Energy Healer: ..................................................................... Eileen Miller (401) 466-97251

BLOCK ISLAND FERRY

New England Airlines

November 21 - 27, 2016

Sun, Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat

Point Judith - Block Island

DEPART POINT JUDITH Mon & Wed ............... 6:30a, 11a, 4:45p Tues ......................... 10a, 2:15p Thur ......................... 11a Fri ............................. 9a, 1p, 6p Sat ........................... 10a, 3:30p Sun ............................ 7a, 11a, 4p DEPART BLOCK ISLAND Mon & Wed ............... 8:15a, 2:30p, 6:30p Tues ......................... 12:30p, 4p Thur ......................... 12:30p Fri ............................. 10:45a, 4p, 7:30p Sat ........................... 12:45p, 5:15p Sun ............................ 9a, 2p, 5:45p

November 28 - December 18, 2016

Departs daily from Pt Judith and Old Harbor

Departs daily from Pt Judith and Old Harbor

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8:30 a.m. AA meeting. Harbor Church.

11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Holiday Plant Sale. School Lobby.

5 p.m. Intermediate Yoga. Community Ctr.

Medical Center Information

Wednesday ....... 1:30p, 5p Thursday .......... NO HS Friday................ 1p, 5p Saturday ........... 10:30a, 4p Sunday.............. 11a, 3:30p

401-783-4613

Wednesday, November 30

7:30 a.m. Tabata. Community Ctr. 10:30 a.m. Preschool-age storytime. Island Free Library.

11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Holiday Plant Sale. School Lobby.

12 noon AA Meeting. Harbor Church.

1 p.m. Wednesday Afternoon Matinee. Island Free Library.

5 p.m. Nia. Library Lower Level.

5 p.m. Taize Prayer Service. St. Ann’s By-The-Sea

DEPART POINT JUDITH Mon & Thur ............... 6:30a, 11a, 4:45p Tues & Wed ............... 10a Fri ............................. 9a, 1p, 6p Sat & Sun ................. 11a, 4p DEPART BLOCK ISLAND Mon & Thur ............... 8:15a, 2:30p, 6:30p Tues & Wed ............... 2:30p Fri ............................. 10:45a, 4p Sat ........................... 8:15a, 2p, 5:30p Sun ............................ 12:45p, 5:30p

DEPART BLOCK ISLAND

7 p.m. Mahjongg. Island Free Library.

7 p.m. Ecumenical Choir practice. Harbor Church.

7 - 8:30 p.m. Study Hall. Island Free Library.

401-783-4613

www.blockislandferry.com

Departing Westerly

7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm and 5:30pm

Wednesday

7:30am, 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30am

Thursday, November 24

7:30am, 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am and 11:30am

Departing Block Island Sun, Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat

8:00am, 10:0am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:00pm and 5:00pm

Wednesday

Hourly 8:00pm-6:00pm

Thursday, November 24

8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am and 12:00pm Block Island Counter Hours are 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. for Freight and Rx pickup 466-5881 • 596-2460 • 1 (800) 243-2460 FlyBI@BIRI.com • blockislandsairline.com Flights by Reservation Only

Block Island’s Airline Since 1970

Gym. 3 p.m. Tai Chi. Community Ctr. 4:30 p.m. Step or Spin. Island Fitness.

5 - 7 p.m. Holiday Party. Island Free Library.

Saturday, December 3

7 a.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church 7:30 a.m. Tabata. Community Ctr. 8:30 a.m. Strength & Stretch. Island Fitness.

9:30 a.m. Spin. Island Fitness.

9:30 a.m. Advanced Yoga. 784 Lakeside Dr. 2:30 p.m. Boys Varsity Basketball. B.I. School Gym. 3 p.m. Bereavement Group. St. Ann’s By-The-Sea. 5:30 p.m. AA Meeting. Harbor Church.

Schedule of Religious Ser­vic­es:

Baptist HARBOR CHURCH Water Street Rev. Stephen Hollaway Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. Prayer Thursday: 7 p.m. Bible study 7 p.m. Spanish worship and praise Friday: 6:30 p.m. Common Ground Coffeehouse Saturday: 7 p.m. Spanish worship Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship 7 p.m. Spanish Worship Call: (401) 466-5940

Roman Catholic ST. ANDREW CHURCH Rev. Joseph Protano Jr. Mass Held At St. Andrew Parish Center Spring Street Daily Mass: 8 a.m. Mon. - Thurs.

Saturday at 5 p.m.

Sunday at 10 a.m.

No morning Masses on Fridays and Saturdays.

Sacrament of Reconciliation, Confessions: Saturdays 4:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at St. Andrew Parish Center. or by individual appointment. www.saintandrewblockisland.com Call (401) 466-5519

Episcopal ST. ANN’S BY-THE-SEA Rev. Daniel Barker, Vicar Spring Street St. Ann’s by the Sea Sunday services - 9 a.m.

Taize Prayer Service - 5 p.m.

(4th Wednesday of the Month) Bible Study - 5 p.m.

(Every Wednesday but Taize Service Wednesday) (401) 466-2911

Jewish Congregation Sons & Daughters of Ruth Service on Fridays at 8 p.m.

Contact: (401) 466-2861 or (401) 466-5486

Christian B.I. Christian Fellowship Please visit www.blockislandtimes. com for the online message.

Sunday, November 27 - Part 1 - Where Do I Go From Here?

Need a personal prayer or answers to Bible questions?

Call (401) 466-5550

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November 26, 2016

The Island Classifieds

RI Reg. #7814

Rates: $13 for up to 20 words, 50¢ each additional word.

Deadline: Monday at 5 p.m. Call 466-2222.

Equal Housing Opportunity All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, as amended, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination.”

Announcements

Housing Wanted

INTERESTED IN THE OFFSHORE WIND FARM? The Block Island liaison for Deepwater Wind is Bryan Wilson.

Call 401-474-5782 to schedule an appointment at your convenience. Let us know what you think!

KORU SPA SEEKING HOUSING: For spa professionals, up to 5 people either individually or together.Bedroom, cottage, garage apartment. May-October. Please email jillkoru@gmail.com or call (401) 654-9960

Dining & Entertainment

Real Estate

OLD ISLAND PUB Now offering pub menu, soup, salads, sandwiches, daily specials and of course your favorite beverages. Every day Noon until 8 p.m. 126 Corn Neck Road

LOOKING TO BUY OR SELL ON THE MAINLAND? Sarah Isabella of Randall Realtors 235 Main St. Wakefield, RI. 401-996-5817. Your mainland real estate connection.

1996 FORD F150 Only $2525 96 Ford F150 4x4 short box, auto, 31k Mi, V8, pacific green ext. Call or text 734274-9235

WINTER RENTAL AND SEEKING PROPERTIES TO MANAGE Winter & Summer Rental available NOW! Cozy Cottage a short distance to town, available nightly, weekly or monthly over the winter. 2 bedroom 2 baths plus a den, easily sleeps 7, open living room and kitchen.

Need a place to rent over this winter? Contact Suzann Walsh at 401-487-2505 to find out more information and make an inquiry! Block Island Rentals Online is seeking more properties for rent for next season. We have a lot of inquires and not enough places to put them. No house is too big or too small, we can rent them all. We can provide you with up to date listings, sales data, current market analysis, and market trends. We offer our clients that “Personal Service” and “Attention” that is hard to find.

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Services

SNOW REMOVAL! Shovel Ready is offering snow removal for shut-ins and widows for NO CHARGE! call Forrest Bezanson 401-999-4558

KEANE PET GROOMING SERVICES KEANE PET GROOMING SERVICES: Bath and fluff dry, full cuts, trims and more. Call Jennifer for appointments. 401241-7653.

TOPSIDE CAFE Open for the stroll Friday & Saturday 7-3pm, Sunday 7-Noon. Winter Schedule: Monday Friday 7-Noon. topside cafe.com 401-466-5180.

For Sale 1996 6X4 JOHN DEERE GATOR 481 hours,electric dump bed, new battery,$ 1650,Call : 401-379-2162.

Help Wanted BI FERRY YEAR-ROUND OPENING The Block Island Ferry is offering a year-round ticket/freight office opportunity in Old Harbor. Customer service experience, computer skills and good attitude wanted; the ideal candidate is willing to make a one-year commitment.

Housing not provided; travel perks available, health benefits available after 60-day probationary period.

Starting wage is $12/hour; additional compensation dependent on experience. Pre-employment drug test required. Please call (401) 675-1250 for more details or complete application online at: www.blockislandferry. com CDL DRIVER WANTED Full time year round benefits housing possible call for details. Block Island Recycling 401-466-2864.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT To the New Shoreham Sewer and Water Commissions Description: Provides support for oversight and regulatory functions of the Sewer and Water Districts. Provides administrative support to Water and Sewer Superintendents. Answers and processes telephone requests for information. Takes and directs all messages to the appropriate person.

Keeps legal records including those exempt from public disclosure. Coordinates activities within the Town of New Shoreham in regards to the Sewer and Water District to outside government agencies and organizations.

Job Qualifications: Must have proficiency in data management and manipulation. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, email. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Up to 32/hrs a week. $14.00-20.00/hr based on experience. Benefits negotiable. Applications are available at the Town Hall or from the Town’s website www.new-shoreham. com. Please call (401) 466-3231 or email nssc@newshoreham.com with any questions. Applications should be returned to the New Shoreham Sewer Commission, P.O. Box 774, Block Island, RI 02807. Position open until filled. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SHOVEL READY IS LOOKING FOR MEN & WOMEN For snow removal from walkways and decks. Must be an early bird. $20/Hr. Storms Control the Hours. Call Forrest Bezanson 401-999-4558.

Stroll dining

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On Saturday, Yellow Kittens will open its doors for a special fundraising event to benefit the Further A’Field program, which sends Block Island students to St. Croix for a service/learning adventure with The Nature Conservancy. Stop by and have some warm soup or chili.

If you want to have a picnic, stop by the Block Island Grocery. They make hearty sandwiches and wraps to order, or pick from one of the creative combos posted on the wall. They also serve a daily soup and a hot lunch.

Coffee, tea and hot chocolate are also available.

PERFECT CLEANING We Clean Everything! Specializing In: windows, decks, and garages. Call (401)573-8690.

I have many years painting experience, too! Excellent references available if requested. Licensed and insured.

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ADDITIONS & CORRECTIONS Big Jobs/Small Jobs • Interior/Exterior • Year ’round PO Box 1206 • 401-466-8973

JOHN H. TRIPLER PLUMBING & HEATING MP No. 1563 PO Box 309, Block Island, RI 02807 • Fax 466-5633

466-2889

South County CabinetS Kitchen & Bath Design

GIVE YOUR HAIR A FALL REFRESH! Call Mark’s Beachcomber Hair Design for an appointment today!

466-5100.

Shopping BLOCK ISLAND NATURALS All natural and organic made on Block Island Herbal Salves & Balms. Includes Sleep Salve, Vapor Rub, Drawing Salve, Muscle Rub, Healing Salve, Bug Off, Natural Deodorant, and Essential Oil Perfumes. For Information and orders contact sabra02874@hotmail.com or call 401-466-2596.

Summer Rentals CREW’S HIDEOUT Commanding ocean and New Harbor views. 6 Bedrooms 3 1/2 baths, 4 outside showers. Tiki bar, Jacuzzi and private sun patio. www.pioccosta.com.

973 575-1706.

Vacation Rentals TORTOLA, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS Sensational Views, location. Adjacent to Smuggler’s Cove. 2.5 BR, pool, surprising availability. Treat yourself. Pictures, detailed info. 617-876-2590.

ST. BARTHELEMY ISLAND Elegant Villa Finistere one minute from Flamands Beach; two bedrooms, pool & housekeeping, next to five-star hotel. Discounts to BI residents. stbarthvillafinistere.com or email lkpomeroy@ aol.com.

Vacation Rental Sought THANKSGIVING 2017. RENTAL WANTED Growing extended family of 8 with dogs seeking rental property for Thanksgiving 2017 (Saturday to Sunday). Internet, washer/dryer needed. We have rented on BI for 10 plus years. References available. Contact Nick at 203-2089360

Remodeling • Countertops

401-596-7070

137 Franklin Street • Westerly, RI 02891 WWW.SouthCountyCabInetS.Com

BILLERI & MCGARRY I N S U R A N C E

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Meeting all of your insurance needs

Serving Block Island customers Conveniently located on Chapel Street B& Same Day Service M Quotes over the Phone: 466-5998 Give us a call!

• HOME • AUTO • BOAT • COMMERCIAL LIABILITY • WORKER’S COMPENSATION • CONTRACTOR’S LIABILITY • INVESTMENTS • LIFE

Carey Builders New Construction Remodeling

466-2119 careybuilders@yahoo.com RI Reg. # 3985

If you’re out exploring the island, head over to the Block Island Airport for some great food at Bethany’s Airport Diner. Bethany’s serves hearty breakfasts starting at 6:30 a.m.

It’s a local favorite for omelets, pancakes, coffee and conversations. For lunch, have a bowl of traditional clam chowder, a burger or a club. Bethany’s is open seven days a week, year round, but will be closed Thanksgiving day.

Also “out of town,’ but not too far, is Club Soda. Club Soda is on Connecticut Avenue and is not normally open for lunch, but it will be for the Stroll. Only a 10 minute walk from Bridgegate Square, it’s worth a stop if only for the murals of old Block Island fishing scenes that adorn the walls and the food from the kitchen.

Looking to reduce your monthly bills?

You can!

Insure your auto, home, business, life or health with Lathrop Insurance.

Call 401-596-2525

85A Beach Street • Westerly, RI 02891 www.lathropinsurance.com

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TRICKY TIMES Block Island Depot, 466-2403 Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Closed Sat. & Sun. Block Island Grocery, 466-2949 Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Block Island Health & General Store, 466-5825 Tues. & Wed. 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Fri. & Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Closed Mon., Thurs., Sun. Block Island Medical Center, 466-2974 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Urgent care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Block Island Times, 466-2222 Mon. - Thurs. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Island Free Library, 466-3233 Sunday & Monday closed Tuesday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Weds., Thurs., Fri. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sat. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Island Hardware & Supply, 466-5831 Mon.- Sat. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sun. Closed M & C Gas Station, 466-2977 Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Sat. 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Sun. Closed Post Office, 466-7733 Mon. - Fri.: Window service: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Lobby hours: 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sat.: Window service: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Sat. Lobby: 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Mail Dispatch (outgoing:changes with boat schedule) November 25 - November 27 Fri. 3 p.m.

Sat. 11:45 a.m.

November 28 - December 18 Mon. - Thurs. 1:30 p.m.

Fri. 3 p.m.

Sat. 1 p.m.

Red Bird Package Store, 466-2441 Mon. - Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tiny’s Old Town Lumber, 466-2124 Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Closed Sat. & Sun. Town Hall, 466-3200 Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Shellfish Licenses Every day at Town Hall Transfer Station, 466-2864 Wed., Sat., Sun. 7 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Washington Trust Bank, 466-7710 Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Visit them on our websites blockisland.com and blockislandtimes.com or on theirs.

CAR DEALERSHIPS

RESTAURANTS & PUBS

Paul Masse Chevrolet / Buick / GMC Sales and Service. paulmassewakefield.com/ 401- 515-3733 paulmassebuickgmcsouth.com 401- 515-3704

Aldo’s Restaurant Italian Seafood and Pizzeria aldosblockisland.com 401-466 5871

Valenti Subaru Block Islanders Love Subarus. valentisubaru.com/index.htm 866-463-3138

HOTELS & INNS Atlantic Inn Restaurant 1879. atlanticinn.com/ 401-466-5883 Ballard’s Inn Block Island’s only beach front resort. ballardsbi.com 401-466-2231 Block Island Accommodations Inns, apartments and rental homes for vacations and weddings. blockislandbedandbreakfast.com 401-466-2912 Block Island Reservations Hotel rooms. Apartments. Suites. Cottages. blockislandreservations.com 800-825-6254 The Darius Inn Newly renovated, historic inn with great, retro vibe dariusblockisland.com 401-466-2722 Hotel Manisses Boutique accommodations.

Acclaimed dining. hotelmanisses.com 401-466-9898 Payne’s Harbor View Inn A Modern Inn With An Historic Feel. paynesharborviewinn.com 401-466-5758 Rose Farm Inn Comfortable accommodations and memorable weddings. rosefarminn.com 401-466-2034 Spring House Hotel The only thing we overlook is the view. springhouseblockisland.com 401-466-5844 Surf Hotel Restaurant. Cocktails. Special Events. thesurfhotelbi.com 401-466-2241

RADIO STATIONS Mixx 99.3 Playing all of today’s hottest music. mixx993.com WCRI Classical 95.9 classical959.com WRNI Rhode Island Public Radio 102.7 ripr.org

REAL ESTATE Ballard Hall Real Estate Sales and Vacation Rentals. blockislandproperty.com 401-466-2816 Beach Real Estate.

Complete Real Estate Services. bibeachrealestate.com 401-466-2312 Block Island Realty Experienced Professionals. birealty.com 401-466-5887 Block Island Rentals Online Sales, rentals, property management blockislandrentalsonline.com Lila Delman Real Estate Luxury Homes for Sale and Rent.

LilaDelman.com 401-466-8777.

Offshore Property Search Sales and Rentals Now. www.offshorepropertyllc.com 401-466-5446 Phillips Real Estate Specializing in sales, rentals and evaluations. www.phillipsonbi.com 401-466-8806 Sullivan Sotheby’s International Realty Block Island’s Premier Realtor. sullivanbi.com 401-466-5521

Atlantic Inn Restaurant 1879. atlanticinn.com/ 401-466-5883 Ballard’s Inn A Block Island Tradition ballardsbi.com 401-466-2231 Finn’s Restaurant Restaurant and Fish Market. finnsseafood.com 401-466-2473 Kimberly’s Restaurant Rated #1 on Trip Advisor 401-466-8600 Old Island Pub A gathering place for friends.

401-466-2400 Spring House Hotel One of Block Island’s most elegant, historic landmarks springhouseblockisland.com 401-466-5844 Surf Hotel Restaurant. Cocktails. Special Events. thesurfhotelbi.com 401-466-2241 Yellow Kittens Tavern The island’s favorite pub. yellowkittens.com 401-466-5855

SERVICES Island Experience Concierge Service blockislandexperience.com 401-639-9618 La Bella Rose Exceptional wedding flowers. labellarose.com 401-499-2035 Painted Rock Designs Creating Expressions With Flowers paintedrockdesigns.com 631- 704-3221

SHOPPING Chapel Sweets Fudge and Candies to Suit Every Sweet Tooth. chapelsweets.com 401-466-2672 The Glass Station Creator of the Block island Float Projecttheglassstationstudio.com 401-788-2500 Jennifer’s Jewelry Original Block Island Designs. jennifersjewelry.org 401-466-7944 Jessie Edwards Studio Contemporary paintings, drawings, prints, photographs & sculpture jessieedwardsgallery.com 401-466-5314

SPA/SALON Mark’s Beachcomber Hair Design Where you become the view. blockislandtimes.com/affiliate/marks-beach comber-hair-design/12055 401-466-5100

CAR/BIKE/MOPED RENTALS Island Moped and Bike Rental Located Behind the Harborside Inn. bimopeds.com 401-741-2329 Old Harbor Bike Rental Cars. Bikes. Mopeds and more blockislandtransportation.com 401-466-2029

TRANSPORTATION Interstate Navigation Year Round Ferry Service. blockislandferry.com 401-783-4613 New England Airlines Year Round Since 1970. blockislandsairline.com 401-466-5881

Legal & Public Notices PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID Town of New Shoreham, Rhode Island Block Island, RI 02807 Sealed bids from contractors will be received by TOWN OF NEW SHOREHAM, BLOCK ISLAND, RHODE ISLAND until December 13, 2016 at 3:00 P.M. for the Fred Benson Beach Pavilion Renovations at the office of the Town Manager, New Shoreham Town Hall, Old Town Road, Block Island, RI and at that time and place, bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Scope of Work includes selective demolition, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and roofing work. Contract Documents may be obtained at the office of the Town Manager, New Shoreham Town Hall, Old Town Road, Block Island, RI between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, starting November 11, 2016, There is a $25.00 non-refundable charge for each of the Contract Documents.

Check shall be made payable to “Town of New Shoreham”. ONLY ONE SET PER CONTRACTOR WILL BE PROVIDED. Bidders requesting Contract Documents by mail (via Federal Express only) shall forward a separate, non-refundable check (payable to the “Town of New Shoreham.”) in the amount of $25.00 per set to cover costs of handling.

Plans and specs will not be shipped until the $25.00 fee is received by the Town Manager’s Office.

A walk-through site visit will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 14, 2016. The walk through is not mandatory, however bidders are urged to attend.

Transportation from the Block Island Ferry to the project site and back to the Ferry can be provided. The ferry leaves the mainland at 11:00 AM and leaves Block Island at 2:30 PM. Direct all questions to Samuel Bird, Facilities Manager, Town of New Shoreham, Block Island RI 02807 c: 617 538 7633.

No Bidder may withdraw their Bid for a period of one hundred twenty (120) days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays, after the date of the opening of the Bids.

Each Bid shall be submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and be accompanied by a Bid Security in the designated form in the amount of 5-percent (5%) of the Bid. Bid Security will be refunded to all bidders following award and execution of the contract.

The successful bidder must furnish a 100% Construction Performance Bond and a 100% Construction Payment Bond with a Rhode Island licensed surety company acceptable to the Owner within 10 days of the Notice of Award.

Complete instructions for filing Bids are included in the Instructions to Bidders.

The Owner reserves the right to waive any informality in or to reject any or all

Last call!

The 2017 Block Island Directory needs to hear from you.

If you wish to change, add, delete or confirm a listing, please contact us before Dec. 16.

If you wish to place a new ad in the book, or change an existing one, please note that all advertising information must be submitted in writing no later than Dec.12.

Questions? Please contact Peggy Montgomery at 466-9657. Or by email at: rbmrbm@aol.com.

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Bids if deemed to be in its best interest.

The Town reserves the right to accept the bid it deems most favorable to the interest of the Town of New Shoreham.

Bidders shall adhere to the provisions of State Labor Laws concerning payment of prevailing wages.

Bidders on this work will be required to comply with the President’s Executive Order No. 11246, entitled “Equal Employment Opportunity” (as amended by Executive Order 11375) and as supplemented in Department of Labor Regulations 41 CFR Part 60. The requirements of Bidders and Contractors under this Order are explained in the Instructions to Bidders.

Minority business enterprises as defined by R.I. General Laws Section 37-14.1-3 shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of Subcontracts performed under this agreement. The Contractor will take all reasonable steps in accordance with the regulations promulgated under Chapter 37-14.1 of the Rhode Island General Laws to ensure that minority business enterprises have the maximum opportunity to compete for and perform subcontracts under this agreement.

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Public Hearing Proposed Amendment to New Shoreham General Ordinances Chapter 19, Article III “Water District,” Division 2 - Established, Section 19-241 – Plat and Lot Listing Town Hall, Old Town Road Wednesday, December 21, 2016 7:00 p.m.

The New Shoreham Town Council will hold a public hearing to consider amending New Shoreham’s Revised General Ordinances Chapter 19 Utilities, Article III Water District Division 2 Established; Section 19-241 – Plat and lot listing - to add property.

Property to be added to the Water District is: PLAT LOT SUB

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The Town Council will hold a public hearing on the foregoing at the time and place above, when all persons for or against may be heard and the Town Council may act on this proposal and/or amendments hereto.

Individuals requesting interpreter services for the hearing impaired must call (401) 466-3200 forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting date. TTY: 711.

Posted: November 21, 2016 Hearing: December 21, 2016 Town Clerk Fiona Fitzpatrick

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OCEAN VIEWS | WEB ID: 1130141 $4,700,000 | 401.466.8777

OCEAN VIEWS | WEB ID: 1064974 $6,900,000 | 401.466.8777

BLOCK ISLAND - BEACHFRONT

BLOCK ISLAND - SALT POND

12+ ACRES | WEB ID: 1133066 $5,900,000 | 401.466.8777

1 BED CONDO | WEB ID: 1102379 $325,000 | 401.466.8777

BLOCK ISLAND - WATER VIEWS

BLOCK ISLAND - OCEAN VIEWS

BLOCK ISLAND - NEW HARBOR

PRIVATE 7 ACRES | WEB ID: 1121212 $2,875,000 | 401.466.8777

2.85 ACRES | WEB ID: 1132938 $1,795,000 | 401.466.8777

2 BEDROOMS | WEB ID: 1095172 $875,000 | 401.466.8777

3.93 ACRES | WEB ID: 1113176 $2,390,000 | 401.466.8777

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BLOCK ISLAND - OLD HARBOR MULTI-ZONED | WEB ID: 1086006 $1,095,000 | 401.466.8777

BLOCK ISLAND - GRACE COVE

BLOCK ISLAND - NEW HARBOR

BLOCK ISLAND - WATER VIEWS

2.55 ACRES | WEB ID: 1097446 $875,000 | 401.466.8777

2 BED CONDO | WEB ID: 1137539 $475,000 | 401.466.8777

SACHEM POND | WEB ID: 1107930 $995,000 | 401.466.8777

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Ballard Hall

REAL ESTATE

OFF MARKET

168 Old Town Rd. | MLS ID 1133289 | $795,000 Near Town & Beaches | 1.51 acre lot

1545 Lakeside Drive

1047 Coast Guard Rd.

525 Connecticut Ave

MLS ID 1074443 | $1,495,000 3.03 ac | Panoramic Views

MLS ID 1103723 | $1,515,000 Beautiful Views, 4BR/3BA

MLS ID 1100442 | $940,000 .97 acres | Near town & beach

1604 Payne Rd

1638 Whale Swamp Rd.

1267 West Side Rd

MLS ID 1076254 | $1,495,000

MLS ID 1105706 | $3,575,000

MLS ID 1095846 | $2,250,000

NEW PRICE

403 Seaweed Lane | MLS ID 1138016 | $1,275,000

Turnkey 4 BR & 2 BA | Views of Clayhead & Atlantic Ocean

Sheffield Farm | Expansive Views

Oceanfront | 12.7 acres | 4 BR & 4 BA

1.38 ac | Trim’s Pond Waterfront

SOLD

SALE PENDING

1193 Beach Ave | MLS ID 1101621 | $1,675,000 2.92 acres | Trim’s Pond waterfront w/shared dock

688 Skippers Island Rd. | MLS ID 1124323 | $1,599,990 Great Salt Pond views | Extra lot | Very private setting

Island Bound Bookstore

822 Beacon Hill Rd

1073 Corn Neck Rd

Turnkey | $82,000 | Est. 1995

MLS ID 1100352 | $1,100,000 3.08 acres | Historic charm

MLS ID 1114032 | $1,665,000

SOLD

SOLD

SALE PENDING

Includes Inventory | Lease Available

1714 Corn Neck Rd

1442 Cooneymus Rd.

1641 Mohegan Trail

MLS ID 1075828 | $950,000 Condo 12.5 ac | Beachfront

MLS ID 1098363 | $1,295,000

MLS ID 1115058 | $1,195,000

SOLD

54 Dodge St. | MLS ID 1066476 | $1,950,000 Commercial | Gables Inn | Additional lot included

Stunning Views | 6 BR & 4.2 BA

Architectural Home Near Cooneymus Beach

Ocean Views | 1st Flr Master BR

SOLD

SALE PENDING

1612 Lakeside Drive

1681 Spring St

632 Corn Neck Rd

MLS ID 1098363 | $1,295,000 2.1 ac | Clayhead Views

MLS ID 1037193 | $1,850,000

MLS ID 984090 | $1,295,000 2.96 ac | 6 BR & 5 BA

LAND LISTINGS 2.7 Acres | Corn Neck Rd | MLS ID 1073622 | $845,000 Near nature trails & beaches

3.4 Acres | Champlin Rd | MLS ID 1048391 | $687,250 Very Private | Cleared Lot | Ocean Views 6.88 Acres | Payne Rd | MLS ID 1065522 | $1,399,000 Potential for subdivision | Expansive Ocean Views 1.01 Acres| Ebbett’s Hollow | MLS ID 1099971 | $459,000 Pretty views | Close to Town | Public water & sewer 2 Lots | Mohegan Trail | MLS ID 1133938 & 1133940 | $600,000 each Ocean Views | Soil Testing Completed 4.59 Acres | Center Rd. | MLS ID 1135940 | $800,000 Expansive Ocean Views | Site plan available | Private | Near Trails

4.8 ac | 5 BR & 3.5 BA | Ocean Views

Ballard Hall Real Estate Corner of Ocean Ave. & Corn Neck Road (Between the Bagel Shop and the Bank) Principal Broker: Gail Ballard Hall Associate Brokers: Blake Phelan, Judith Cyronak Licensees: Michele Phelan, David Graham, Chelsea Phelan, Laurel Littlefield, and Elizabeth Carlson (RI & CT) Office Assistants: Heidi Tallmadge and Diane Kildea

Phone: 401-466-8883 Email: info@blockislandproperty.com Fax: 401-466-3119

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