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Return of the Stone Bert Lippincott, genealogist for the Newport Historical Society, carefully resets the headstone for John Odlin, 1 year and 7 months old, who died in 1690 in Newport. The headstone, which had been lost for decades, was recently rediscovered in the Woonsocket Police Department’s evidence facility. This week, it was returned to its original location on Odlin’s grave in the Common Burying Ground. (Photo by Tom Shevlin)

Don ‘Jitters’ Roderick Recalls Career in Athletics

By Meg O’Neil Early Monday afternoon, Don “Jitters” Roderick walks the streets of Newport at his usual quick clip, his navy blue “Newport Police” baseball cap set neatly atop his head. At 82, the lifelong Newporter still runs a mile and a half at least twice a week, and as a parking enforcement officer for the city, he racks up even more mileage on his regular patrols of the Point neighborhood, while exchanging pleasantries with nearly everyone he sees.

A product of the Fifth Ward, Roderick fondly remembers his years spent playing slow and fast-pitch softball for several local teams.

Roderick was born and raised on Stockholm Street in a pre-PellBridge Newport where tourism was as yet unheard of. Neighborhood kids used cars parked on the streets as bases when playing ball.

Roderick developed his softball skills in this way, close to his family home, often playing catch by himself, throwing a ball against the cement wall of a nearby garage.

“I’d never know what direction the ball would come back to me because of the way it would hit the gravel, and that’s how I practiced hand-eye coordination,” he said. “If anyone needed to find me, they knew where to look. I would be at that wall practicing.”

Roderick said his small stature

Newport School Superintendent John H. Ambrogi has informed School Committee members of his intention to retire from the school system effective Jan. 4, 2014.

He made the announcement at the start of the Committee's first meeting of 2013 on Tuesday, Jan. 8.

The announcement comes three months after School Committee members voted to end Ambrogi’s contract at the end of June 2014, a date timed to allow for him to oversee the transition of the city’s elementary students into the new Pell Elementary School. At the meeting Tuesday, Ambrogi gave no reason for his decision to leave six months earlier, saying only, “I like to have my own plans.”

Ambrogi, whose career in education has spanned 41 years, told the committee, “I believe now, as

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School Committee Looks Ahead

By Meg O’Neil

It was a 23-0 season for the Barry Pontiac basketball team in 1957. Kneeling from left: Jitters Roderick, Earl Metzler, Pete Beebe, Danny Neves, Peter Barry. Standing from left: Harry McCarthy, Eddie Schuster, Norman Peer, Iggy Morris, Pudge Barlow, Joseph A. Barry. made him strive to play harder and run faster than his peers, efforts that led to a long and illustrious softball career. He fondly recalls many teammates and friends, especially fellow Fifth Warder Ed “Juny” Walsh, who towered over Roderick despite being

just a year older.

“I idolized Juny,” Roderick said.

“He told me I’d be a good player, and I was determined to be.”

When the third baseman on Walsh’s softball team died, Walsh approached Roderick, then age 13, to fill the position. From there,

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Roderick’s passion for the game skyrocketed.

“I wasn’t just a ball player, I was somebody,” Roderick said. Mentioned hundreds of times in Newport Daily News sports briefs and

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The new year brings position changes on the Newport School Committee, as Charles Shoemaker and Jo Eva Gaines were officially named the Chair and Vice-Chair, respectively, during the committee’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 8.

Shoemaker had previously been Chair from 2005-2008.

As is customary at the first meeting, the Committee Chair discussed goals for the year.

Shoemaker said one goal is to increase parental involvement in Newport schools. Although parental involvement is strong in the prek and Head Start programs, Shoemaker said that momentum is lost as students transition to kindergarten – a trend he would like to see reversed.

He said he’d also like to see more candidates running for School Committee. In the election season just past, seven candidates ran to fill seven seats on the committee. “I welcome any thoughts on how we can increase the number of candidates,” Shoemaker said. “I think we can also all agree to make these meetings run as efficiently as possible so they are not seen as boring, but let’s make them functional.”

Shoemaker said he’d like to fur-

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game recaps since the 1940s, Roderick had an impressive batting average and speed. Though he never hit the ball out of the park, Roderick racked up many in-the-park homeruns. Rounding the bases, he was impossible to catch.

Roderick got his nickname “Jitters” in his late teens after he returned to Newport from a stint in the Army, where he was part of a “morale-boosting” softball team.

While playing third base during a game, Roderick was impatient waiting for the ball to come his way. A spectator in the stands noticed Roderick fidgeting and shouted, “Hey, that kid looks jittery!” and the name stuck.

When the popularity of fastpitch waned, Roderick switched to a slow-pitch league, playing his last game when he was in his 70s. “I wasn’t born to play that game, but I just went out there and kept doing what I did. The hard work paid off,” he said. “It always does.”

Today, Roderick is a husband, father, and grandfather of seven.

When he’s not working the parking patrol, he can be spotted as a crossing guard at Cranston Calvert Elementary School, a post he’s held for years. He also likes to sing at local karaoke nights.

With his 83rd birthday approaching in March, Roderick still hopes to work with the Rogers High School

Jitters Roderick on a recent visit to the garage on Stockholm St. where he first taught himself how to play catch. (Photo by Meg O’Neil) girls softball team. “I’d love to get out there and get their names in the paper,” he said.

Roderick attributes his dedication and work ethic to his days playing ball in the Fifth Ward.

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“I am who I am today because of those guys that I grew up with, guys who took me under their wing like Juny Walsh. I wasn’t smarter than anybody else, but I listened to the smart ones and I learned.”

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Clean The Bay announces that it will now operate under the name “Clean Bays.” Founded in 2005 as Clean The Bay, Clean Bays is a Rhode Island-based non-profit agency that specializes in removing marine debris from the local shores and waterways of Narragansett Bay and Southern New England, while simultaneously serving as a world-wide role model for debris cleanup methodologies, engineering and sustainability. "Our mission isn't just to clean up Narragansett Bay. It’s about our entire interconnected ecosystem," said Captain Kent Dresser, Clean Bays’ executive director.

Last summer, with funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Clean Bays completed “CleanSweep V,” a campaign that led to the removal of more than 30 tons of large marine debris in the Stonington Harbor and Mystic River areas of Connecticut, as well as Little Narragansett Bay and the Pawcatuck River. This was the organization's fifth Clean-Sweep operation; the preceding four took place in Narragansett Bay and led to the removal of more than 3,000 tons of debris. For more information about Clean Bays or to find out how to help, visit the website at www.cleanbays.org.

Newport will have to increase its planned contributions to its police and fire pension plans if it's to remain on track to close a significant funding gap, a new report shows.

According to an actuarial analysis provided by The Hay Group, the city's police and fire pension plans grew an average of 1.5 percent during the last fiscal year. Both plans had been projected to realize a return of 7.5 percent.

As a result, city councilors should be prepared to spend between $1.5 million and $2 million more than anticipated during the next fiscal year, the actuarials found.

According to City Manager Jane Howington, the discrepancy between the city's projected rate of return, and its funds' year-end performance is discouraging, but not unexpected.

"It's not just Newport or Rhode Island," she said, "it's happening across the country."

Taking a broader view, Howington noted that at a minimum, the city tries to look at its investments in 3-5 year spans, and cautioned

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MIDDLETOWN COUNCIL

Costs to Rise on Esplanade Stormwater Project

By Jonathan Clancy At its regular meeting on Monday, Jan. 7, the Middletown Town Council voted five to one in favor of approving up to $2.79 million in contract changes to contractor CB Utility for the completion of the diffuser pipe that is part of the Esplanade stormwater project.

Councilor Paul Rodrigues voted in opposition. Councilor Theresa Santos was absent.

The pipe was damaged by rough surf in April, when a piece of the underwater diffuser pipe shifted.

Work on the project stopped, and the incident called for a redesign by consulting engineers Woodward & Currant, which they presented in August. The new proposal was to “armor” the diffuser by burying it beneath rocks rather than having it sit on the seabed, as was originally planned.

Councilors want to recoup money from the mistake. They are required to fix the runoff problem due to a 2011 class action lawsuit brought by four Newport residents and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, charging Middletown with repeatedly violating the federal Clean Water Act by allowing contaminated stormwater runoff from the town’s Wave Avenue pump station to flow into Easton’s Bay. Rodrigues questioned why the town would end up footing the bill for someone else’s mistake. He also asked what guarantee the town would have that this new re-design would not fail.

“It’s the same process,” replied

town administrator Shawn Brown.

Town solicitor Michael Miller added, “If it fails, then we have to exercise the legal right we have at that time.”

“From the very first day that pipe went in, I said it’s not going to work."

–Manny Mello The town also brought in consultant David Porter of Bellingham, Mass. to evaluate the quality of the new design. Porter specializes in marine construction.

“From the very first day that pipe went in, I said it’s not going to work,” local resident Manny Mello remarked. “They used plastic pipe!

Who in their right mind would use plastic pipe out in the ocean today?

I hate to think how much money this is going to cost.”

Resident Dennis Turano asked the town if there was an insurance policy that could be taken out if the pipe fails again.

“I’m not sure what you’re looking for here,” Brown replied.

“I’m looking for an insurance policy,” Durano said. “Now, we’re going to spend 100 percent more than we originally intended, and it’s going to take twice as long as anticipated. Now, we have to fund it with a bond, and we’re going to extend interest charges.”

Also at the meeting, the council discussed the matter of school safety in light of the recent tragedy in

AMBROGI CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 I did when I started out: The most important thing one can do in their life is contribute to the education of young children.”

In a letter of resignation to newly-elected School Committee Chairman Charles Shoemaker, Ambrogi wrote that after four decades in three states, eight school districts, and one college, it was finally time for him to retire. He wrote: “I have been a Superintendent since 1984, and the job isn’t getting easier, and I’m not getting younger.”

Asked about rumors that he might use saved vacation time to leave the Newport school system before the holiday break in December, Ambrogi said, “I will be here through Christmastime. Newport is a place of rumors, as we all know.”

Following his retirement, Ambrogi said he will spend winters at his home in Florida, but will spend summers at his home on Bellevue Avenue in Newport.

Newly elected vice chair Jo Eva Gaines commended Ambrogi for announcing his retirement now.

“This [announcement] gives us the opportunity to conduct a search during the primary hiring time for a superintendent this spring,” she said. “I thank you for not waiting until September, which would have

put us in a bind.”

Others thanked Ambrogi for coming to the school department during a time of fiscal problems.

Robert Leary said that in the two years prior to Ambrogi’s hiring, the school system was “hemorrhaging red ink” and was over budget by $3 million each year. “We turned it around financially, which was very important to me and other people,” Leary said.

In his letter to Shoemaker, Ambrogi wrote that when he was hired in 2005, he promised the School Committee three things: “I would provide a quality education that would make a difference in each student’s life; I would find a solution to the elementary facilities problem; I would bring financial discipline to the district.”

He said that all three proved more difficult than he had expected, but that he believes they have been substantially achieved. He added that he will continue to work on behalf of the students until his retirement date.

“I have enjoyed my personal and professional relationships with individual School Committee members and in working here, we’ve accomplished a lot,” he said.

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Superintendent Rosemarie K. Price said that protocols are in place to deal with a variety of dangerous situations, and that further talks have been scheduled to increase school safety. She assured that the details would be kept confidential, and that she would report back to the council.

The council asked police chief Anthony Pesare what else could be done to improve safety at Middletown schools. Pesare agreed that the mental health aspect of prevention needs to be increased and also favored the assignment of resource officers to all Middletown schools.

“There’s not one way to prevent all violence,” Pesare said, “We do all of the things, the mental health aspects, and the security aspects.”

The chief cited a report by the Regionalized Crime Information Center which found that having a trained police officer serving as a resource officer results in lower rates of delinquency, destructive behavior, harassment, bullying, suicide, and other forms of violence and anti-social behavior.

Pesare said that a resource officer could provide other benefits to the school, such as intelligence information, knowledge of previous problems, security improvements, and development of crisis response plans.

“Who is going to be the person to pull them all together? Who is going to have that mindset, that job, that responsibility?” the police chief asked. “To me, it’s a school resource officer.”

Organizations planning public events in Newport will soon have the option to request guidance from the city to help make their event more environmentally friendly.

Toni Wallace Ciany of the Newport Energy and Environment Commission announced last week that beginning in March, the Commission – working with the city – plans to include a check-box on all public event license applications. The check-box will allow license-seekers to indicate that they want to make their event environmentally friendly.

Those that check the box will receive a list of voluntary “sustainable protocols” for conserving energy and resources. Among the suggestions on the list will be providing for on-site recycling, reducing the use of disposable containers, and promoting energy conserving modes of transportation such as bicycling and walking. A list of local resources to help implement these measures will also be provided.

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For What It’s Worth Photo Guild Meeting The Newport Photo Guild will hold its next meeting, a “Member’s Critique Night” on Wednesday, Jan. 16 at the Newport Art Museum from 7 - 9 p.m. Daniel Forster a very well received photographer will critique three of each member’s photos. Forster’s work can be viewed on www.yachtphoto.com. The event is free and open to the public.

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Visiting Nurse Services announces the upcoming session of its Diabetes Support Group on Thursday, Jan. 10 from 1-2 p.m. at the Edward King House, second floor.

The featured guest speaker is Dr. Joanna Miragaya, MD, PhD, endocrinologist at Newport Hospital.

This group session is free and open to the public.

The group meets the second Thursday of every month at the Edward King House Senior Center, 35 King St., Newport. The next meeting is Fe. 14. Call VNS at 6822100x1642 for further information.

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, with support from the University of Rhode Island met Jan. 7 to begin developing a Rhode Island Shellfish Management Plan.

The Plan will facilitate management and research coordination; establish strategic priorities; promote active participation amongst stakeholders; and follow an open public process. Representatives of the local shellfishing industry will play a prominent role in assisting creation of the management plan.

The initiative is being jointly funded The Rhode Island Foundation, The Prospect Hill Foundation, The Sharpe Family Foundation/Henry and Peggy Sharpe, URI Coastal Institute, URI Coastal Resources Center, and The Rhode Island Sea Grant College Program.

American Band Concert The American Band, founded in 1837 and one of American’s oldest civilian concert bands, will present a concert on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 3 p.m. at Salve Regina University’s Stanford White Casino Theatre.

The theme for the concert is “A Little Celtic and Other Music.” Under the direction of Dr. Francis M. Marciniak, Director of Bands at Rhode Island College featured music will include pieces by Alfred Reed, Joaquin Turina, Samuel Hazo, Fisher Tull, Vincent Persichetti, Johan de Meij and John Philip Sousa. Admission is $5 per person. For more information, call 846-2125 or visit www.TheAmericanBand.org.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Remembered A variety of events to honor Dr. King are scheduled for Monday, Jan. 21; a torch run from the First Rhode Island Regiment monument in Portsmouth to Thompson Middle School, a luncheon at the Atlantic Beach Club and an evening worship service at 5 p.m. at Community Baptist Church. For more information, call 848-5122 or 847-5570.

Frostbite Results The 2013 Newport Yacht Club Frostbite season started on Tuesday, Jan. 1 with sunny skies and a steady breeze that calmed down by the day’s end. Top finishers were: Paul DelNero, first place, with a score of 1.3; FJ Ritt came in second with a 1.5; Jim Currier received 2.6 for third place; Eric Irwin and Paul Fleming tied for fourth place each scoring 3.

Winter - A Good Season to Volunteer The Salvation Army in Newport is thankful to all those who donated food and toys to those in need this holiday season, but the need continues. The long days of winter are a good time to volunteer and the Salvation Army is in desperate need of volunteers to help in the food pantry, bring in deliveries, stock and clean.

Either call 846-3234 or stop by 51 Memorial Blvd. from 9a.m. -2 p.m.

COA Parade Planning Clean Ocean Access is meeting on Jan. 12 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Easton’s Point Pub to plan for their float in the St. Patrick Day’s Parade.

They are going to partner with the Newport Energy and Environment Commission to re-enforce the message of taking good care of the environment.

Mr. Santi Our new years’ resolution was to go through our library and get rid of books we will never read again. We found this pamphlet called Newport Capital of Vacationland. There are 48 pages of text plus photos and a fold out map. Dated 1926. It is in excellent condition.

Does it have any value. — Mr. A. Mr. A. Your advertising pamphlet which was published by the Newport Chamber of Commerce was mass produced but I suspect that few have survived since 1926. We have a copy in our Newport research library and have found it invaluable with lots of information. In perfect condition it is worth between $50 and $75. If it is something that you will dispose of, donating it to the Newport Public Library would be appreciated. — Federico Santi, Partner Drawing Room Antiques.

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Irish Immigration Lecture The Museum of Newport Irish History announces the third talk in its 2012-2013 Michael F. Crowley Lecture Series, Thursday, Jan.17 at 6 p.m. at the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum. Kurt C. Schlichting, Ph.D. will present a lecture entitled: “Exploring the Historical Record of Irish Immigration: To America and Newport.” In his talk, Schlichting will explore historical records pertaining to Irish immigration to Newport that provide a complex view of the immigrants’ journey and the social conditions they encountered in Newport in the 1800s.

Schlichting is the Chair of the Humanities & Social Sciences Department and a Professor of Sociology at Fairfield University (CT). He is the author of Grand Central Terminal: Railroads, Architecture and Engineering in New York. In collaboration with the Redwood Library, Schlichting and his students are creating a website, “Digital Historic Newport Rhode Island,” to explore Newport’s rich history.

Attendees should enter the Tennis Hall of Fame complex via the archway on Bellevue Avenue where they will be directed to an elevator to the second floor lecture venue.

Following the talk, a reception with light hors d’oeuvres will be held and a cash bar is available, courtesy of the La Forge Casino Restaurant.

The lecture is $2 for Museum of Newport Irish History members and $15 for non-members, which may be applied to the annual membership fee. Reservations are requested. contact Ann Arnold at 401-8415493 or tpm1@earthlink.net.

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Newport Fire Incident Run Report During the period from Monday, Dec. 31 through Sunday, Jan. 6 the Newport Fire Department responded to a total of 140 calls. Of those, 73 were emergency medical calls, resulting in 51 patients being transported to the hospital. Additionally, 12 patients refused aid once EMS had arrived and 2 patients were treated on-scene.

Fire apparatus was used for 140 responses: • Station 1 - Headquarters/Rescue 1 responded to 59 calls • Station 1 - Engine #1 and #3 responded to 41 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Rescue 2 responded to 20 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road Engine responded to 18 calls • Station 5 - Touro Street/Engine 5 responded to 37 calls Specific situations fire apparatus was used for include: 1 - Building fire 2 - Cooking fires, confined to container 1 - Dumpster / trash fire 2 - Electrical wiring / arcing or equipment problems 2 - Water evacuations 9 - Assist public calls 2 - Motor vehicle accidents 3 - Assist police / other agency 46 - Engine assist on EMS call 9 - Fire alarm malfunction - no fire In the category of fire prevention, the department performed 5 smoke alarm inspections for house sale, 14 life safety inspections, and provided 5 fire system plan reviews.

Fire Prevention Message: Button Battery Hazard- Button batteries are dangerous to kids, especially toddlers, and cause severe injuries when swallowed. Each year, about 3,500 button battery swallowing cases are reported to U.S. poison control centers. The coin-sized batteries children swallow come from many devices, most often mini remote controls, watches, and singing greeting cards. It takes as little as two hours to cause severe burns once a coin-sized button battery has been swallowed. If you suspect your child has swallowed a battery go to the emergency room immediately.

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Newport Police Log During the period from Monday, Dec. 31 to Monday, Jan. 7, the Newport Police Department responded to 447 calls. Of those, 103 were motor vehicle related; there were 89 motor vehicle violations issued and 14 accident reports.

The police also responded to 4 incidents of vandalism, 4 noise complaints, 10 animal complaints, 31 home/business alarm calls and conducted 17 school security checks.

They transported 6 prisoners, responded to 1 suicide call, provided escort for 4 funerals, recorded 2 instances of assisting other police departments and 3 other agencies.

In addition, 24 arrests were made for the following violations: n 3 arrests were made for fradulent use of credit cards / conspiracy. n 3 arrests were made for simple assault. n 2 arrests were made for breaking & entering. (Halsey St.) n 2 arrests were made for outstanding bench or district court warrants. n 2 arrests were made for domestic simple assault. n 2 arrests were made for violating no contact orders. n 2 arrests were made for vandalism. n 1 arrest was made for driving with a suspended or revoked license. n 1 arrest was made for disorderly conduct. n 1 arrest was made for receiving stolen goods. n 1 arrest was made for tampering with vehicles. n 1 arrest was made for larceny. n 1 arrest was made for possession of marijuana. n 1 arrest was made for possession of drugs with the intent to manufacture or deliver. n 1 arrest was made for failure to register as a sex offender.

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Housing Hotline Fundraiser One of Newport’s most innovative, volunteer programs, the Housing Hotline will hold a spaghetti dinner on Friday, Jan. 18 from 5 - 9 p.m. at the Elks Lodge on Pelham Street. In addition to the meal there will be live entertainment, raffle and silent auction items donated by local businesses.

Tickets are available at the Elks Lodge or by calling Robynne Alber at 225-5656 or the Housing Hotline at 846-4896.

Monetary donations are always welcomed. The Housing Hotline at 10a Collins St. is open Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Digital Lab Welcomes Input FabNewport recently received a $25K grant from the van Beuren Charitable Foundation and seeks input in the planning of a community-based digital fabrication studio (FabLab) at the Florence Gray Center in Newport. FabNewport invites all interested people to a strategic planning meeting on Monday, Jan. 21, from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Middletown Police Department.

Refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact Steve Heath at sheath@metmail. org or 401-439-0160.

Jamestown resident Andrew Potter presents his critically acclaimed, free one-man show, The Road to High Street, at the Jamestown Library on Sunday, Jan. 13 from 3 4:30 p.m.

The autobiographical multi-media piece is about his adventures as an international busker with The High Street Circus, where members navigated unlikely situations of juggling for a living, and succeeded, despite what some people told them.

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Canine Communication 101” will be presented by Anastacia Southland, Humane Educator, Potter League for Animals on Wednesday, Jan. 16 from 6 - 7 p.m. at the Potter League.

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Newport Hospital endocrinologist Joanna Miragaya, MD, PhD, will discuss the thyroid, where it is, what it does, and when to worry about it on Wednesday, Jan. 16 at 6 p.m. at Newport Hospital,.

Miragaya has recently joined Newport Hospital and holds a Ph.D. in nutrition in addition to her medical degree. She works with patients who have endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, and other conditions.

The Newport Hospital Red Hot Mamas program is the only Red Hot Mamas in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.

This program is free, light refreshments will be served. Space is limited. Attendees are asked to use the Powel Avenue entrance.

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EDITORIAL Good Grade for Ambrogi

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ewport will lose one of its most influential voices at the beginning of next year. Superintendent John H. Ambrogi has told School Committee members that he'll be retiring next January, six months before his current contract runs out in June 2014.

His announcement is sure to set off a flurry of activity as school officials search to for his replacement.

To say that Ambrogi will have left his mark on the city's public schools would be an understatement. When he took over as superintendent in 2005, school finances were in shambles, deficits the norm, and the quality of education was suffering as a result.

Today, the city's schools are on an upswing – the result of good teachers and good programs focused on developing the strengths in each student.

Following Ambrogi's announcement on Tuesday, School Committee Chair Charles Shoemaker pledged a renewed focus on engaging with the community and with parents.

When the search concludes for Ambrogi's successor, we hope that whomever is selected is chosen for their commitment to do the same.

We've built a good foundation over the last seven years. Ambrogi's tenure may well prove to have been a turning point for the city's public school system. We wish him well on his final year on the job, and in advance for his well deserved retirement.

Improving Fort Adams

By Tom Shevlin

While on the subject of upside, when it comes to the fort, it's hard not to see the potential of one of our most underutilized state assets.

As the state Department of Environmental Management finalizes plans to construct a new pier off the Visitor's Center, attention once again is turned to the southernmost point of Newport Harbor where for years, Fort Adams has sat quietly as an untapped jewel.

Last year, the America's Cup World Series brought renewed attention to the area in the form of infrastructure investment from the state. With the Fort Adams Trust and Sail Newport already in place, and the prospect of the training ship Oliver Hazard Perry berthed nearby, 2013 is already shaping up to be a banner year for the complex.

It's heartening to see so much energy being dedicated to shoring up the fort's future.

We hope that interest continues on to Jan. 30 when officials of the State Department of Environmental Management will convene with the City Council for a special workshop to discuss their immediate plans for the fort and how they will impact the city's landscape.

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Roughly two years after announcing it, state planners are proposing to construct a new pier at Fort Adams.

Preliminary plans developed by the state Department of Environmental Management, which oversees the property, call for the construction of a new pier not far from the Fort Adams Visitor Center, just north of the existing Alofsin piers.

But before any plans are finalized, DEM is looking to get feedback from local stakeholders.

According to RIDEM Chief of Planning and Development Joe Dias, the final design is expected to be developed following a public workshop later this month in which community members will be able to offer their suggestions for the project. If all goes well, construction on the pier, which was announced as part of the state's bid to transform the fort into a worldclass sailing venue during the runup to the America's Cup World Series, could begin as early as this summer.

Once complete, Dias said, the facility could serve as home to the soon-to-be-complete Oliver Hazard Perry, slated to be the state's official tall ship.

In an effort to raise awareness about the project, the city's Waterfront Commission has suggested

that DEM hold a public workshop to provide preliminary information for the city and the community at large.

Although formal plans have yet to be submitted to the state's Coastal Resources Management Council, Dias said that he hopes to have the project complete by the end of the year.

If approved, the pier is expected to act as a wave-calming element for the immediate area, providing more protection to the fort's sailing hub at Sail Newport.

Last year, competing teams in the ACWS moored their hi-tech catamarans just yards off the coast where an expansive international race village was set up. If the pier moves ahead as planned, state leaders are hoping to make such a scene a more regular occurrence, using the additional facilities to lure other world-class yachting events like the Volvo Ocean Race to the city.

The presence of the Perry would also add a new attraction to the Fort Adams complex.

The new dock could also serve to bolster existing regattas by consolidating race activities at one location and providing organizers such as Sail Newport more dock space for visiting boats.

If approved by CRMC, the pier addition would follow a project com-

pleted last year that expanded by five the number of floating docks along the South and North side of the Alofsin Pier. The docks, as well as several accompanying tie-on pilings, were installed on a temporary basis as part of the America's Cup World Series last spring. However, they are expected to become permanent fixtures pending CRMC approval.

Other improvements made at the fort include a repaved roadway, upgrades to the basin at the Museum of Yachting, and a series of utility upgrades capable of providing sailing syndicates with the power necessary to operate a team base from a slightly redesigned parking lot, with further utility upgrades currently being planned for the fort's North Lawn.

However, as DEM officials stressed when the project was first proposed, the improvements aren't exclusively for the state's sailing interests.

Once built, the pier could also be used for fishing derbies, touchand-go dockage and general public access.

City Council members, and the public, are expected to hear more specifics regarding the project during a public workshop scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers.

Folk Fest Three-Day Passes Already Sold Out

By Meg O’Neil The Ticketmaster website was deluged with hits beginning at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, when three-day passes to the Newport Folk Festival went on sale for a $159 “early bird” special that sold out in about 15 minutes, leaving many who had obtained special promotion codes disappointed. Last year, “early bird” tickets sold out in three hours. The lineup of performing artists for the festival will not be announced until March.

By 2 p.m. on Tuesday, all of the regularly priced three-day passes to the festival also were sold out.

Single-day and two-day passes are still available. Many hopeful concertgoers took to the Festival’s Facebook page to express frustration that the three-day passes were already gone.

The 60-year-old festival has seen its popularity soar in recent years.

Last year, tickets sold out more than three months before the

opening day of the festival, which recently was expanded to three days from two.

On Tuesday evening, festival organizers used the Facebook page to thank fans for their “overwhelming support” and also acknowledged the widespread disappointment about the early sell-out: “We originally created the early bird offer to reward our early buyers.

However, we have learned that the joy this brings to some is now over-

shadowed by the disappointment it brings to others. Clearly, it seems the only way to fix this going forward is to just offer one fixed price to all.”

Folk Festival organizers also promised to attempt to prevent scalpers from price-gouging tickets online, but said it would be difficult. On Wednesday morning, StubHub.com showed 44 threeday passes for sale at prices ranging from $375 to $999.

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Headstone Returned

By Tom Shevlin Lost for more than 30 years, an historic headstone from Newport's Common Burying Ground has been returned to its proper resting place.

Late last month, crews from the city's Department of Public Service re-set the marker of an infant son of a colonial Newport couple who died in 1690.

The marker, for John Odlin, who passed away at the age of 1 year, 7 months, had been discovered earlier this fall in the evidence room of the Woonsocket Police Department.

How it got there is a mystery.

However, right around Halloween, Department of Public Services Director William Riccio said that he received a call from a Woonsocket police detective who had conducted some research on the stone after discovering it in the department's evidence facility.

The stone, which rises about 18 inches above the ground, reads simply, "John, son of John and Lidya Odlin, Aged 1 Year & 7 mo."

Though it bears a fracture midstone, it appears in remarkably good shape for its age.

After following up with the state Historic Cemetery Commission, it was confirmed that the stone was in fact from Newport's Common Burying Ground, just off Farewell Street.

According to Bert Lippincott, the Reference Librarian and Genealo-

A missing headstone dating from 1690 was found and replaced in the Common Burying Ground last week.

(Photo by Tom Shevlin) gist for the Newport Historical Society, the stone had been in storage at the Veterans Cemetery in Exeter from 1976-1995, when it was photographed. However, it went missing and presumed stolen when a number of other historic headstones were returned to Newport in 1996 as part of a restoration effort.

"John Odlin was one of several infant children of John and Lidya Odlin whose stones have gone missing," Lippincott said.

Little John Odlin was born in December of 1689, and passed away in September of 1690.

His headstone now sits next to those of his parents.

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against looking at one 12-month period to determine broader trends.

According to the report, the city's Fire Pension Plan currently has an unfunded liability of $61.2 million and is 34.7 percent funded.

It grew by 1.9 percent during Fiscal Year 2012, and increased by another 4.5 percent as of October.

With annual gains and continued contributions by the city, it's estimated that it will reach 60 percent funded status in about 11 years.

To that end, the Fire Pension Plan annual required contribution is increasing by $1,167,383 to a total City contribution of $5,990,094 in FY2014.

The city's Police Pension Plan is in slightly better shape.

According to the report, that plan has an unfunded liability of $39.4 million and is currently 52.4 percent funded.

The fund's assets of $43,320,088 earned 1.1 percent during FY2012, and according to the most recent projections should reach 60 percent funded status by 2019.

The annual required contribution for the FY 2014 budget is increasing by $492,202 to $3,954,174 which is the City's share of the contributions.

Although the city will have to pay out more in 2014, Howington noted that the city's long-term policy of paying down its obligations is encouraging.

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By Tom Shevlin The owner of one of Historic Hill's largest historic properties will get the chance to give the building a new lease on life.

Zoning Board members voted unanimously Monday to approve an application to convert the former St. John's Masonic Lodge into an eight-unit condominium complex.

The building, located at 50 School St., has sat vacant for years, slowly becoming a blight to the area and an admitted conundrum for its owner.

"I bought the building because I love it. I still love it and I want to see it preserved," said Tom Thramann, who purchased the building about 15 years ago.

The project mirrors closely a similar plan approved last year for the former Kay Parish Hall, located steps away at the corner of High and Church streets. There, a total of seven condo units were approved, with cars accommodated through a lower level parking garage and deeded parking rights at the Hotel Viking.

The Parish Hall project drew opposition from nearby residents, and neighbors once again turned out to express their concerns about the potential negative effects the Masonic Temple project could have on the neighborhood.

Michelle Drum, a School Street resident and a real estate agent, was happy to see plans finally moving forward to restore the building, however she questioned the number of units being proposed.

Why, she wondered, would Zoning Board members limit the number of units at Kay Parish Hall to seven, but allow a greater number in a smaller footprint at the Masonic Temple?

She suggested that the building be divided into no more than five units.

Board members offered a nuanced view of the project – and the neighborhood as a whole.

"This is an historic building worth saving," said Martin Cohen, one of the board's veteran members. In

reviewing the proposal, and upon hearing the testimony, he said that he believed the applicant had met the burden of proof required under ordinance.

"This is an iconic building.

The opportunity is now to make this work."

–Turner Scott, Attorney His fellow board members agreed.

Board member Lynne Ceglie described the plans as "beautiful" and hoped that the project proves to be a success for the neighborhood, while others expressed relief that the property would no longer be a worry in terms of fire and public safety.

"This is an iconic building," added attorney Turner Scott, who represented Thramann in the matter.

"The opportunity is now to make this work."

Thrammann solicited advice from the neighborhood as to what he should do with the building.

Some of the suggestions he's been presented with over the years have ranged from razing it, gutting it for use as a parking garage, and converting it into a church. It wasn't until recently that he settled on a plan to convert the building into condos.

According to Thramann, the building is currently comprised of just six large, empty rooms, unsuitable for any immediate use.

Like its neighbor, Kay Parish, the temple has sat vacant for decades, a victim of a changing neighborhood and restrictive zoning.

Formerly the home of the a thriving order of Free Masons, the building, formally known as St. John's Hall, boasts more than 13,000 square feet of space and sweeping views of Newport Harbor from its top floors. It's currently listed for sale as a single family dwelling for $1.25 million, and Thramann said

that he is entertaining offers to sell the property to the right person.

He concedes that the building needs work, and noted that he believes that a condominium association would be better equipped to maintain the property once it's renovated than he would be as a sole owner.

Calling for the creation of eight condominium units, a basement parking garage with room for 10 cars, and minor changes to the building's exterior, the project is expected to take from 3-5 years to complete.

Changes planned include the installation of several new windows to match the rest of the building, along with the addition of a shed dormer and third-floor decks that would sit within the massing of the roof.

According to architect Spencer McComb, the building was originally constructed in 1803 by acclaimed architect Peter Harrison, who was responsible for a number of the city's landmark structures, most notably the Redwood Library, Touro Synagogue and the Brick Market.

The temple was about three times smaller when it first took shape, however over the years, a number of additions have pushed the building's envelope almost to the property line.

Consequently, McComb wrote in papers on file with City Hall that the building has been tricky to work with, its sheer size and scale dwarfing other properties in the neighborhood.

Inside, signs of its previous life are still evident, with ornate stained glass, a cavernous events hall, and space for a ceremonial throne that once presided over meetings.

With approvals, the property joins a list of prospective largescale restoration projects in the School and Church Street neighborhood; in addition to the Parish Hall building, the former home of Child & Family Services on School Street also recently changed hands.

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SCHOOL CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 ther explore the consolidation of finances with the city. Although members on both the City Council and School Committee have said they endorse consolidation, little progress has been made.

Another goal of the School Committee will be to explore changes in extended benefit packages for school department employees.

According to Shoemaker, the most important goal for the upcoming year is to incorporate the Newport Public School District Strategic Plan, a community effort started in 2010 and expected to continue through 2015. The text of the Strategic Plan can be found online at www.NewportRISchools.org.

In other business: The committee voted unanimously to reappoint attorney Neil Galvin as the school department’s legal counsel. In 2012, the district spent $66,000 on Galvin’s legal services. By comparison, for the four years 2007 to 2010, the amount totalled $91,000.

“This was a year we had innumerable hearings on the Pell School,” Gaines said. “He’s earned every penny.”

Superintendent John H. Ambrogi said the amount Galvin receives depends on the activity level in a certain year. “As long as we are prudent in our day-to-day requests of Galvin, then the number can be kept low.”

– Ambrogi also said that $74,000 remains in the school department’s operating budget for the current year. “Our budget this year is less than our budget was when I took over,” he said. “I don’t know where we’re going with this … I’m a pretty conservative, cautious guy in regards to money. I’ve been very concerned how few dollars have been passed our way and how we’ve had to draw down on personnel … I’d like to pull a rabbit out of a hat, but I don’t have a rabbit, and I don’t have a hat anymore.”

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When it came to whether a Mt. Vernon Street homeowner could install a slop sink in a detached garage, Zoning Board members earlier this week determined that the answer depends on what one's definition of plumbing is.

In the case of John Gullison's request to install a work sink on the first floor of a planned six-car garage behind 34 Mt. Vernon St., board members adhered to a strict interpretation of an earlier provision that stipulated that no plumbing fixtures be installed in the building.

Gullison, who came before the board last year prior to beginning an extensive renovation project at the multi-family home, told zoning officials that he was seeking clarification before tapping into a drain line that runs to the site of the proposed garage.

Several neighbors in attendance at the meeting raised concerns over the proposal, worrying that if any plumbing fixtures were allowed inside the building, it could lead to an alternate use or even a dwelling unit at some time in the future.

The hearing took up much of

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Come by any time during the day between the hours of 8:00 am and 3:00 pm to tour the school and campus, see teachers in action, and students engaged.

If you’re unable to come during the day, we will be holding an Information Session in the Rose Canepari Library between 5:00 and 7:00 pm that same evening with a brief presentation at 6:00 pm.

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the Zoning Board's Monday, Jan. 7 meeting, resulting in a split 3-2 decision denying the request.

In other business, board members voted to: Approve a petition by Andrew and Laura Sanita to add a porch at 45 Second St. Approve a pair of applications

by Seascape Holdings, LLC to construct a pair of new single family homes on Pearl Street Approve an application by Eric Kirton for a new shed and front porch at 65 Second St. Approve an application by Eastern Estates, LLC to construct a new accessory basement space at the former Astor's Beechwood mansion at 570 & 580 Bellevue Ave. And approve an application by Cindy Eisner to construct a new deck over what was once a military bunker at her house at 23 Holton Ave., with the stipulation that efforts be made to improve drainage on the site.

Several other petitions were also continued including those by Ellen Lopresti at 146 Old Beach Rd.; Lawrence Kahn, located at 32 Elm St.; Stephen and Karen Saucier, located at 28 Annandale Rd.; Donald Tofias at 79 Dixon St.; and Tarigo Properties, LLC at 599 Thames St.

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Eight Bells Lecture The Naval War College Museum’s Eight Bells lecture series continues Thursday, Jan. 17 at 12 p.m. with Christine Haverington discussing her new book, “Images of America: Middletown,” which focuses on the development of Middletown, Rhode Island.

The lecture is free and open to the public but reservations are required. Guests are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch. Visitors without a DoD decal/ID card should request access at time of reservation.

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NOSC Events The Newport Officers’ Spouses Club will host two tours to the Anchor Bend Glassworks in North Kingstown, on Tuesday, Jan. 15 and Wednesday, Jan. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Guests will learn about glassblowing and make an ornament or paperweight. Cost is $40 and there is a limit of ten attendees per event, so register early at www.NewportOSC.org.

Something Funny at the O’Club The Winter Comedy Series kicks off on Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. in the Topside Lounge at the Officers’ Club.

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By Jonathan Clancy Eating nutritious foods is important to good health, but it’s not always easy to know what that means. It can be beneficial to consult a registered dietitian who can help you sort through confusing terms and teach you how to prepare your own food using fast, fun, easy recipes.

“My favorite aspect of my job is that I help people improve their lives,” said registered dietitian Kristin Niessink. Niessink, 35, earned her master’s degree in nutrition at Boston University and now has her own practice in Middletown.

For the past three years, through a grant, Niessink has also been working with the Martin Luther King Community Center in Newport on the “Healthy Kids, Healthy Families” program, which is directed toward increasing communitybased nutrition education and improving access to healthy food for the Center’s food pantry clients.

Kids in the program are introduced to, and shown how to prepare, common and uncommon varieties of fruits and vegetables.

Recently, they made roasted edamame, which Niessink said 85 percent of the kids enjoyed, saying it, “tastes like chips!”

Families participating in the nutrition program are taught how to read ingredient labels. They then prepare and eat a healthy meal.

At mealtime, family members sit across from each other, and the use of cell phones is not allowed.

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The program uses “My Plate” as a nutritional teaching aid. An image of a dinner plate is used as a pie chart, replacing the now-discredited “food pyramid.” According to the latest nutritional guidelines, fruits and vegetables should make up half of every “plate” eaten. The other half should consist of one quarter protein such as meat, nuts, beans or seeds, and one quarter starch such as potato or grains.

Eating healthfully means shopping healthfully, Niessink points out. An often-cited rule is that it’s best to shop the periphery of the grocery store, where you’ll find fresh produce, meats, fish, and dairy items. However, those on a strict budget may need to tap the center aisles as well for some packaged items.

While these packaged foods are convenient, many are loaded with sodium, and may contain other preservatives and additives. That’s why it’s important to be able to read and understand ingredient listings, says Niessink: “I always tell people to ignore the claims on the front of the package and go right to the ingredients, because they’re going to tell you everything.”

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The cold weather we’ve been having is a good excuse to stay inside and start planning your spring garden. January is the best month to stockpile your catalogs for seeds, berries, flowers, and fruit trees. It is amazing how many excellent seed and live-plant catalogs are available. They are very fancy, very detailed, and very beautiful – and they are free.

In recent years, the word “heirloom” has taken the gardening marketplace by storm.

Seeds that were once hard to find are now available from many sources. This is good news. The Seed Savers Exchange has been around a long time and still publishes a superb seed catalog that has the best stories about seeds and their origins.

The most beautiful catalog I’ve received to date is from Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds. When you order, remember that heirloom seeds can be difficult to get to germinate, and the vegetables and flowers they produce are not super-sized like the plants we see at the nursery.

Instead, they are antique varieties that have been saved from extinction.

Another favorite catalog is Ter-

ritorial. It features top-performing varieties of plants and is a one-stop shop for any seed you might like to try. They have a new section for grafted tomato and pepper plants.

The grafting process is age-old

in the apple orchard, but is a new development as far as pepper and tomato plants. Territorial is also introducing Venetian Lettuce, Vietnamese garlic, and Delta yellow squash for 2013.

John Scheepers, long known for his first-rate fall bulb catalogs, also will send you by mail their Kitchen Garden catalog. The varieties of herbs, lettuces and every kind of vegetable are just perfect to make you dream of your first garden salad.

As for berries, Norse Farms is the finest purveyor of live fruit plants in the Northeast. Not only do they have an online catalog, they also

will mail you a catalog full of pictures of all types of berries with very good descriptions.

For fruit trees, there are two excellent sources: Raintree Nursery from Washington state and Arboreum from California. These are both fine purveyors of bare root, grafted trees. Arboreum leans toward more exotic trees, while Raintree is a supplier of well-grown fruit and nut trees for the entire country. Raintree also has an excellent horticultural staff available to answer your questions by phone or email.

Fruit tree growers have a limited number of grafted trees for sale per year, so do not delay in putting in your order.

For vegetables and melons with a true European flavor, the Italian Tool and Seed Company is the best catalog. Each large packet of seeds has an exquisite photograph of the plant. The seeds are from Italy, so you really can have your own home-grown “tri-colore” salad this summer.

Cynthia Gibson is a gardener, food writer and painter. She gardens passionately and tends her miniature orchard in Newport.

Protecting Plants, Trees and Shrubs in Winter Tips From Landscape Professionals

With the winter season here, homeowners should be thinking about how to best protect their plants, trees and shrubs from snow, ice, winds and winter temperatures. Taking steps to "winterproof" lawns and landscapes will help to minimize potential damage and get the landscape ready for the spring season.

The following are winter care tips from the Professional Landcare Network (PLANET), the national association of landscape professionals: 1. Mulch around trees, plants and shrubs to add extra protection for winter. Mulching is an important control for erosion and loss of water and a 2-inch layer of mulch will reduce water loss and help maintain uniform soil temperature around the roots.

2. Keep plants watered. Evergreen plants continue to transpire, or lose water through their leaves, even in the winter. Plants kept well-hydrated until a hard freeze have a better chance for survival.

3. Protect evergreens, plants and trees. Use antitranspirants which are applied to plants and trees to help reduce water loss from plant leaves (similar to sweating.) (Antitranspirants may be purchased at a local home improvement store.)

Burlap wrapping may also be used to shield valuable evergreens from salt spray and winter winds. Tie branches together that may be susceptible to snow loads. For advice on how to protect plants from winter weather, consult a landscape or tree care professional.

4. Cut grass shorter. Although during the growing season lawns should be cut to 3 inches to 3.5 inches, the final lawn cutting should be 2 inches to 2.5 inches.

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Evergreen shrubs and trees have more surface area to hold snow than deciduous trees. spells. If plants are covered with burlap or other wrappings, consider ventilating them during the day and re-covering them at night.

6. Use care when shoveling, plowing or blowing snow. Place posts with reflectors next to plants so they are well-marked; then snow won’t be shoveled on top of the plants. Consider clearing snow away from walks, driveways with a shovel or snow-blower instead – it will reduce the amount of de-icing products needed.

7. Remove broken limbs. If a limb breaks due to snow, ice and wind, have it removed as soon as weather permits; it will help the tree or shrub heal better as the warmer temperatures approach.

Damaged trees are more prone to disease.

8. Never shake branches. Homeowners should gently brush off snow. Shaking the limbs may break them. Use hands to scoop the snow away from plants to protect them from settling snow.

9. Prune most plants in winter. The late dormant season is best for most pruning in many regions. Pruning in late winter, before

spring growth begins, leaves fresh wounds exposed for only a short amount of time before new growth begins.

10. Minimize salt damage. Salt and melting agents for snow and ice can damage plants and trees by drawing water away from their roots. Get rid of extra salt by flushing the soil out with plenty of water.

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hibit of the drawing, artistry and model-making of architects and designers.

Although the focus of Forum events is the architecture of Newport, there are sometimes trips to other places, including the New Haven campus of Yale University and Blithewold Mansion in Bristol.

Visit the website Arch-Forum.org if you are interested in joining this organization. Annual dues are $20; a membership form is on the website.

One of the great pleasures of living and working in Newport is the wonderful architecture that the city has built over its long history.

The Forum is a great way to learn more about this great architectural heritage.

Ross Sinclair Cann, historian, educator and architect lives and works in Newport. He was one of the Founders of the Newport Architectural Forum.

Mansions Show Record Growth After completing 2012 with the best attendance in a decade, The Preservation Society of Newport County has announced a number of enhanced offerings for 2013, including plans to open more of the Newport Mansions earlier and keep them open longer.

Reflecting their popularity, admissions to the Newport Mansions grew by 86,000 to a total of 883,000 in 2012.

The one-year increase of 11 percent, the strongest on record, follows the investment of over $1 million in four new tours over the last four years, including audio tours at The Breakers, an audio tour at Rosecliff, and the Servant Life Tour at The Elms.

An experiment in starting the spring season two weeks earlier in 2012 jump-started the growth.

Building on the year’s success, the 2013 spring season will begin on Feb. 15, instead of the traditional first week of April.

The Breakers, The Elms and Marble House will be open daily from Newport Winter Festival until New Year’s Day, 2014. Additionally, the daily operating season for all 11 Newport Mansions will be expanded five weeks from Labor Day to Columbus Day, a 25 percent increase, followed by the traditional holiday programs at the mansions

through New Year's Day. Among other enhancements, an expanded audio tour of The Elms with new servant life research and stories about major preservation projects will premiere in late spring.

Mandarin language translations will be added to the existing French, German and Spanish audio tour translations at The Breakers,

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The Forum partners with many nonprofit organizations that share a commitment to architecture, planning and design, including the Preservation Society of Newport County, the Newport Historical Society, the Redwood Library, the Newport Restoration Foundation, Preserve Rhode Island, the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and Salve Regina University.

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Minieri: Some restaurants in Newport are very good. There is one on Thames Street called Tallulah. I think their chef, Jake, is very good. He is taking food from here - you have good farms here - and he is making something original, simple, and good. I also like Mama Luisa, their chef is from Bologna as well.

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I use them sometimes to get ideas.

I like to look at the pictures and try to make it, my style. One of the best ones is “Silver Spoon.” It is a translation of “Il Cucchaaio d’Argento” from Italy.

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Minieri: I was 32 when (Pasta Beach owners) Johnny and Susie asked me to come cook for them. It was difficult at first to try to explain what I was trying to say in English.

In Italy, every five miles the food changes, the wine changes, the culture changes, and the language changes. If you start from the north, the cooking style is heavier. You need a bit more fat, because the climate of the north is cold. The south is warmer so the food is lighter.

The biggest problem in the beginning was trying to find the right ingredients. The first six months, I didn’t have any connections, and I didn’t speak any English. It was difficult for people to understand what types of tomatoes I wanted, what kind of sausages. We had to import 85% of the ingredients, the other 15% was impossible to bring here.

I am from Bologna, the capital of Bolognese sauce. My first problem here was to try to make the right Bolognese sauce. People here were thinking that Bolognese was very saucy, but it is not like this. Bolognese in Italy is eighty percent meat, twenty percent sauce. So, we left the saucy Bolognese on the menu for a while, and introduced the real style as well. We import our pasta from Italy, and we also use fresh pasta.

Minieri: When you are cooking, you need to have passion and time; they are the most important ingredients. Every time I turn on the TV, fifty percent of the channels are talking about food. People are having competitions, trying to cook food in twenty minutes, or trying to make a meal out of ingredients when they don’t know what they are working with. I don’t believe this. It’s like if I were to throw four colors of paint on a wall and call it art.

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When I came to America, the most surprising this for me was the organization. In Italy, things can be a little chaotic, like the traffic.

Here, when I put my feet down on the street to cross from the sidewalk, the people driving actually stopped. Obviously, this is different in Boston, or New York, but this was my first impression.

One of the biggest differences I’ve noticed here is that people choose a drink before they choose a meal. In Italy we choose the food, then we choose the wine to go with the food.

Span: One time, I saw a woman eat spaghetti with a cappuccino.

Minieri: For us, it’s a little strange to see people drink wine with pizza.

In Italy, pizza is good with a beer.

Span: My last meal on earth would be Spaghetti Pomadore. It’s a simple dish, but it’s the best for me.

Minieri: Leave me with something sweet in my mouth before I die.

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Record Number of Species in Jamestown Bird Count

By Jack Kelly

The 30th annual Conanicut Island Christmas Bird Count was conducted Saturday, jan. 5. The day began at 7 a.m. with a meeting of the 21 participating birdwatchers and naturalists in the Jamestown Police Department’s conference room.

Ranging in age from 12 to adult, the group broke into four teams and spread out across the island.

Jamestown residents Peter Fay and his 12-year-old son Tim joined the team in the mid-section of the island. The younger Fay was participating in his third bird count and said how his favorite bird was the Cedar Waxwing. Each team had a list of habitat sites to observe and then record the number of avian species present. We set off into a bright, sunny morning with the temperature hovering at 30 degrees and a strong, westerly wind of approximately 15-20 miles per hour. Warm clothing, proper headgear, and sensible, warm footwear were the order of the day.

According to event coordinator Candy Powell of Jamestown, “This count began in 1982. My friend Evelyn Rhodes and I casually birded together and we became aware of the Audubon Christmas Bird Count.

Jamestown was just outside of the count areas that took in a major portion of the state. We decided to do our own count and report it to the Audubon Society of Rhode Is-

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land, as well as other groups that record avian statistics in the state.

Evelyn and I knew a number of birders in Jamestown and invited them to join us for a day of counting and observation. We were also given permission to access some private properties in search of certain species. We had between 8-12 birders that first year, and we had a lot of fun with it. It has grown every year since then and is a highlight for local birdwatchers each year. We also conduct a Spring Bird Count in May. This year’s count, tentatively scheduled for May 11, 2013 will also be our 30th anniversary.” Powell’s involvement with the Audubon Society also grew over the years as she is now the president of the board of directors of the Audubon Society of Rhode Island.

The team that I joined was assigned to the south end of Jamestown and was responsible for the regions encompassed by Fort Getty, Mackerel Cove Beach and adjacent wetlands, and Beavertail State Park. We also scanned a private property for which the owners had granted permission to access. Our group was comprised of longtime birdwatchers Rhodes, Ed Long, B.J. Whitehouse, and Dickson Boenning. Margie Hemp, a 14-year-old Moses Brown student rounded out our team.

Although the stiff winds kept many birds close to the ground, we had exceptionally good fortune in observing many species. We had seven sightings of Razorbills, a member of the Alcid family and a relative of Penguins, in Fort Getty waters as well as the waters off Beavertail. We observed multiple sparrow and finch species, raptor species including Red-tail hawks, a Harrier hawk, Cooper’s hawk and a Sharp-shinned hawk, and several species of waterfowl including Harlequin Ducks and Common Goldeneye, and many seabirds. We sighted a Spotted Sandpiper at Beavertail State Park on the rocks adjacent to the lighthouse. This small shorebird should have migrated south months ago. We ended our odyssey just after noontime and headed back to the police station to meet with our fellow birders, tally totals and have lunch.

2012 Conanicut Island Christmas Bird Count Species List Canada Goose 807 Common Eider 289 Starling 254 Herring Gull 252 Mallard 184 American Robin 159 Brant 102 American Crow 77 Black-capped Chickadee 66 Song Sparrow 65 Common Goldeneye 62 White-throated Sparrow 55 House Sparrow 54 American Black Duck 54 Morning Dove 46 House Finch 46 Bufflehead 44 Red-breasted Merganser 39 Northern Cardinal 28 Blue Jay 24 Harlequin Duck 24 Dark-eyed Junco 23 Rock PIgeon 21 Tufted Titmouse 21 Downy Woodpecker 18 Carolina Wren 17 Hooded Merganser 17 Horned Grebe 13 Ring-billed Gull 15 American Pipit 12 No. Mockingbird 12

Savannah Sparrow 12 Common Loon 11 Tree Sparrow 11 White-breasted Nuthatch 11 Red -bellied Woodpecker 7 Golden-crowned Kinglet 7 Red-throated Loon 7 Razorbill 7 Greater Blk. Back Gull 6 Northern Flicker 6 Northern Gannet 5 Also spotted: Dbl. Crest. Cormorant, Gadwall, Black Scoter, Surf Scoter, Barrows Goldeneye, Ruddy Duck, Northern Harrier, Cooper’s Hawk, American Kestrel, Peregrine, Spotted Sandpiper, Gt. Horned Owl, Rufous Hummingbird, Hairy Woodpecker, Raven, Cedar Waxwing, Snow Bunting, White-winged Crossbill, Red-necked Grebe, Great Cormorant, Gt. Blue Heron, Greater Scaup, Bald Eagle, Sharp-shinned Hawk, Red-tailed Hawk, Merlin, Kildeer, Bonaparte’s Gull, Barred Owl, Belted Kingfisher, Winter Wren, Hermit Thrush, Swamp Sparrow and American Goldfinch.

A total of 77 species.

Birdwatchers prepare for the annual Jamestown Bird Count in a session at the Jamestown Police Station.

(Photo by Jack Kelly) The final results revealed that a new record of 77 species were observed, surpassing the old record of 76 species in 2010. There was a surprise sighting of a Rufous Hummingbird on private property.

This species usually winters in the southeastern United States and Central and South America. Other unique species observed included a White-winged Crossbill, a male Barrow’s Goldeneye, a Barred Owl, and a mature Bald Eagle soaring majestically over the North Reservoir. “It was a great day and a successful count, but there were a couple of species reported recently such as a Greater White-fronted Goose and two Eastern Bluebirds that were not sighted during this count, but we are happy with the results and looking forward to the Spring Bird Count,” Powell said.

For more information on the Jamestown Christmas Bird Count or for details on volunteering for the Spring Bird Count, contact Candy Powell at: cpowell7@verizon. net. For information on the Audubon Society of Rhode Island visit: www.asri.org

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INVEGA® SUSTENNA® should be used cautiously in people with a seizure disorder, who have had seizures in the past, or who have conditions that increase their risk for seizures.

Inform your healthcare professional if you become pregnant or intend to become pregnant during therapy with INVEGA® SUSTENNA®.

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking INVEGA® SUSTENNA®.

If you have any questions about INVEGA® SUSTENNA® or your therapy, talk with your doctor.

You are encouraged to report all side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Please see the Medication Guide for INVEGA® SUSTENNA® on the next page.

Changes in cholesterol and triglycerides have been noted in patients taking atypical antipsychotics. Check with your doctor while on treatment.

Weight gain has been reported in patients taking atypical antipsychotics. Monitor weight gain while on treatment.

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Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) is a rare, but serious and sometimes permanent side effect reported with INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines. Call your doctor right away if you start to develop twitching or jerking movements that you cannot control in your face, tongue, or other parts of your body. The risk of developing TD and the chance that it will become permanent is thought to increase with the length of therapy and the total dose received. This condition can also develop after a short period of treatment at low doses, but this is less common.

There is no known treatment for TD, but it may go away partially or completely if the medicine is stopped.

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines have been associated with decreases in the counts of white cells in circulating blood. If you have a history of low white blood cell counts or have unexplained fever or infection, then please contact your doctor right away.

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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) is a rare, but serious side effect that could be fatal and has been reported with INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines. Call your doctor right away if you develop symptoms such as a high fever, rigid muscles, shaking, confusion, sweating more than usual, increased heart rate or blood pressure, or muscle pain or weakness. Treatment should be stopped if you are being treated for NMS.

Some people may feel faint, dizzy, or may pass out when they stand up or sit up suddenly. Be careful not to get up too quickly. It may help if you get up slowly and sit on the edge of the bed or chair for a few minutes before you stand up. These symptoms may decrease or go away after your body becomes used to the medicine.

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Information for Patients and Caregivers INVEGA® SUSTENNA® (paliperidone palmitate) Extended-Release Injectable Suspension Important Information This summary contains important information about INVEGA® SUSTENNA® for patients and caregivers and has been reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Read this information carefully and talk to your doctor or treatment team if you have any questions about INVEGA® SUSTENNA®. Keep this information handy so that you can refer to it later if you have any questions. Ask your doctor or treatment team if there is any new information that you need to know about INVEGA® SUSTENNA®.

This summary does not contain all the information about INVEGA® SUSTENNA®.

It does not take the place of talking with your doctor.

What is INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is a type of prescription medicine called an atypical antipsychotic given as an injection by a healthcare provider.

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia.

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® can also be used to lessen the chance of your schizophrenia symptoms from coming back.

How does INVEGA® SUSTENNA® work?

Schizophrenia is believed to be caused when certain chemicals in the brain are not in balance. Not all people with schizophrenia have the same symptoms. Some of the most common symptoms of schizophrenia may include: • Seeing, hearing, or sensing things that are not there (hallucinations) • Believing that what other people say are not true (delusions) • Not trusting others and feeling very suspicious (paranoia) • Avoiding family and friends and wanting to be alone The exact way INVEGA® SUSTENNA® works is not known. INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is thought to help restore the balance of these chemicals in the brain, and has been shown to help many people manage their symptoms of schizophrenia.

It may take some time before your symptoms of schizophrenia start to improve.

Remember that INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is one part of your overall treatment plan.

It is important to keep all your appointments so you can get your treatments on time and your treatment team can check your progress.

What is the most important safety information I need to know about INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is not approved for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis in elderly patients. Elderly patients who were given oral antipsychotics like INVEGA® SUSTENNA® in clinical studies for psychosis caused by dementia (memory problems) had a higher risk of death.

Who should not use INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is not approved for the treatment of elderly patients who have a diagnosis of psychosis related to dementia.

Do not take INVEGA® SUSTENNA® if you: • Are allergic to paliperidone (INVEGA® Extended-release Tablets) or any other ingredient in INVEGA® SUSTENNA®. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a list of these ingredients.

• Are allergic to risperidone (RISPERDAL®).

What should I tell my doctor before starting INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

Only your doctor can decide if INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is right for you. Before you start INVEGA® SUSTENNA®, be sure to tell your doctor or treatment team if you: • Have a history of heart problems, any problems with the way your heart beats, or are being treated for high blood pressure.

• Have diabetes or a family history of diabetes.

• Have a history of low white blood cell counts.

• Have low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood.

• Are being treated for seizures (fits or convulsions), have had seizures in the past, or have conditions that increase the risk of having seizures.

• Have kidney or liver problems.

• Have ever had any conditions that cause dizziness or fainting.

• Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

• Are breast-feeding. Women should not breast-feed a baby during treatment.

• Are taking or plan to take any prescription medicines or over-the-counter medicines such as vitamins, herbal products, or dietary supplements.

How often is INVEGA® SUSTENNA® given?

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is a long-acting medicine that a healthcare professional will give you by injection. This means that you do not have to take this medicine every day.

When you receive your first dose of INVEGA® SUSTENNA® you will need to get a second dose one week later. After that you will only need to get a dose once a month.

Your doctor or healthcare provider will give you the injection into the upper arm or buttocks. People usually feel some pain or discomfort. In clinical studies, most patients reported the injections became less painful over time.

What if I miss an injection of INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

It is very important to keep all your appointments and get your injections on time.

If you think you are going to miss your appointment, call your doctor or treatment team as soon as you can. Your doctor or treatment team will decide what you should do next.

What if I stop receiving INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

If you stop coming for your injections, your symptoms may return. You should not stop receiving injections of this medicine unless you have discussed this with your doctor.

What are the possible side effects of INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

As with any medicine, INVEGA® SUSTENNA® may cause side effects in some people. If you think you are developing a side effect, always discuss this with your doctor or treatment team.

Common side effects of INVEGA® SUSTENNA® include: • Reactions at the injection site • Sleepiness • Dizziness • Feeling of inner restlessness • Abnormal muscle movements, including tremor (shaking), shuffling, uncontrolled involuntary movements, and abnormal movements of the eyes Other important safety information Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) is a rare, but serious side effect that could be fatal and has been reported with INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines.

Call the doctor right away if you develop symptoms such as a high fever, rigid muscles, shaking, confusion, sweating more than usual, increased heart rate or blood pressure, or muscle pain or weakness. Treatment should be stopped if you are being treated for NMS. Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) is a rare, but serious and sometimes permanent side effect reported with INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines. Call your doctor right away if you start to develop twitching or jerking movements that you cannot control in your face, tongue, or other parts of your body. The risk of developing TD and the chance that it will become permanent is thought to increase with the length of therapy and the total dose received. This condition can also develop after a short period of treatment at low doses but this is less common. There is no known treatment for TD but it may go away partially or completely if the medicine is stopped.

One risk of INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is that it may change your heart rhythm. This effect is potentially serious. You should talk to your doctor about any current or past heart problems. Because these problems could mean you’re having a heart rhythm abnormality, contact your doctor IMMEDIATELY if you feel faint or feel a change in the way that your heart beats (palpitations).

High blood sugar and diabetes have been reported with INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines. If you already have diabetes or have risk factors such as being overweight or a family history of diabetes, blood sugar testing should be done at the beginning and during the treatment. The complications of diabetes can be serious and even life-threatening. Call your doctor if you develop signs of high blood sugar or diabetes, such as being thirsty all the time, having to urinate or “pass urine” more often than usual, or feeling weak or hungry.

Weight gain has been observed with INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and other atypical antipsychotic medications. If you notice that you are gaining weight, please notify your doctor.

Some people may feel faint, dizzy, or may pass out when they stand up or sit up suddenly. Be careful not to get up too quickly. It may help if you get up slowly and sit on the edge of the bed or chair for a few minutes before you stand up.

These symptoms may decrease or go away after your body becomes used to the medicine.

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines have been associated with decreases in the counts of white cells in circulating blood. If you have a history of low white blood cell counts or have unexplained fever or infection, then please contact your doctor right away.

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® and similar medicines can raise the blood levels of a hormone called prolactin and blood levels of prolactin remain high with continued use. This may result in some side effects including missed menstrual periods, leakage of milk from the breasts, development of breasts in men, or problems with erection.

If you have a prolonged or painful erection lasting more than 4 hours, seek immediate medical help to avoid long-term injury.

INVEGA® SUSTENNA® can make some people feel dizzy, sleepy, or less alert.

Until you know how you are going to respond to INVEGA® SUSTENNA®, be careful driving a car, operating machines, or doing things that require you to be alert.

This medicine may make you more sensitive to heat. You may have trouble cooling off or be more likely to become dehydrated. Be careful when you exercise or spend time doing things that make you warm.

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking INVEGA® SUSTENNA®.

This is not a complete list of all possible side effects. Ask your doctor or treatment team if you have any questions or want more information.

Other information to share with your doctor Call your doctor right away if you start thinking about suicide or wanting to hurt yourself.

How can I get the most benefit from my INVEGA® SUSTENNA® treatment?

• Remember to keep all your appointments. You need to receive your INVEGA® SUSTENNA® treatments on time and your treatment team needs to check your progress. If you are going to miss an appointment, call your doctor’s office right away so you can get your next dose as soon as possible.

• Keep a list of questions. Discuss this list with your treatment team at your next visit. Your treatment team wants to know how the medicine is working so they can give you the best care possible.

• Be patient. It may take some time before your symptoms of schizophrenia start to improve.

• Follow the plan developed by you and your treatment team. Remember that INVEGA® SUSTENNA® is one part of your overall treatment plan.

Where can I find more information about INVEGA® SUSTENNA®?

This is a summary of important information about INVEGA® SUSTENNA®. If you have any questions about this information, talk with your doctor or treatment team.

You can also visit the website at www.invegasustenna.com or call the tollfree number at 1-800-JANSSEN (1-800-526-7736) for more information about INVEGA® SUSTENNA®.

Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Titusville, NJ 08560 © Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 2009 August 2012 K01PM121001P

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DINNER & A MOVIE ‘Hyde Park’ is No ‘Lincoln’

By Patricia Lacouture With his portrayal of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in the new film “Hyde Park on Hudson,” Bill Murray has come a long way from “Saturday Night Live” and slapstick comedy movies like “Caddyshack” (1980) and “Ghostbusters” (1984). In 2003, Murray spread his wings into drama with the role of a very vulnerable American traveling in Japan in “Lost in Translation,” for which he was nominated for a Best Actor Oscar. Last year, he played an eccentric character in “Moonrise Kingdom.” Now, it seems that he has miraculously inhabited the skin of one of our country’s most beloved presidents, FDR. There are problems with this film, including its slow pace and historical inaccuracies. However, “Hyde Park on Hudson” is eminently worth seeing, if only for Murray’s performance, which is finely nuanced in terms of gestures (holding his cigarette at a jaunty angle and wearing his hat on the back of his head). Roosevelt was a stout man, and his legs were paralyzed from polio. But Murry – even though he’s become a bit scrawny – nevertheless inhabits the FDR role. In fact, he practically channels Roosevelt in his determination to maintain his personal dignity and masculine demeanor in spite of his paralysis.

“Hyde Park on Hudson” is a very different film than another recent release about an American President, “Lincoln.” This is a small drama rather than an epic, and it reveals FDR’s character through the perspective of a woman, Margaret Suckley (Laura Linney), who is

Bill Murray portrays President Roosevelt in “Hyde Park on Hudson”. a sixth-cousin to FDR. Margaret, a shy woman in her middle years, is contacted by Roosevelt’s domineering mother (Elizabeth Wilson), who thinks Franklin needs empathetic and quietly entertaining company.

Margaret and Franklin begin as friends. She’s called to his summer home with increasing frequency and accompanies him on drives on isolated country roads. On one of these drives, FDR places Margaret’s hand on his thigh, and we deduce that this gesture initiated a hot affair and insured Margaret’s presence at important events, such as a visit from King George VI (Samuel West) and Queen Elizabeth (Olivia Coleman).

The film’s cinematography and art direction are beautiful, especially in a scene in which the full moon, glorious as a lantern in the sky, evokes tender longings in Mar-

garet, who then discovers that her lover has at least one other mistress. Shattered, she takes off into the eerily-lit forest, and the trees seem ghostly as she stumbles into the night.

The story is based on a journal that Suckley kept which was found under her bed when she died at a very old age. Viewers must decide whether to accept this film as a piece of entertainment with some historical accuracy but without the gravitas of a film like “Lincoln.” “Hyde Park on Hudson” has been widely criticized for the script structure and for its casual handling of history. Yet, it also has been praised—and I join this chorus— for the acting, which, along with the sets and costumes, is worth the price of admission.

“Hyde Park on Hudson” is rated R for brief suggestions of and discussions about sexuality.

Artisans Unite for Post-Holiday Sale

By Jack Kelly

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The Adornment Fine Jewelry Shop located at 213 Goddard Row in the Brick Market Place is hosting a Local Artisans Sale this weekend, Friday-Sunday, Jan. 11-13. The hours of the sale will be Friday 2 -7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The artists and their companies who will be present include Fruition by Jenni Field, Gemstones Unveiled by Craig and Karen Nann, Lady Bug Designs by Beth Giguere, Mermaid Baubles by Melonie Massa, and Artwork by Julio Amaro. Amaro, an accomplished classical guitarist, will also perform acoustic classical guitar on Friday evening from 4-7p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 2-5 p.m.

Adornment Fine Jewelry will be offering a complimentary glass of spiced wine during this event to customers of legal age.

According to Calvin Campany, owner and proprietor of Adornment, “As part of the Arts Show circuit, these artisans never offer their creations at a discount price.

However in honor of this show, customers have an opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind locally made treasures on sale.” Campany is offering an engraved, sterling silver starfish pendant and chain for a fundraising raffle with the proceeds benefiting the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation. Tickets are $5 and are available at Adornment daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The artists involved in the sale are as varied and unique as their art. Karen Nann of Gemstones Unveiled, explained the creative processes that she and her husband use when they design their jewelry. “We purchase mined, genuine

stones such as diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, topaz and amethyst. One gemstone we use is chrome dioxide, a rare stone mined from the perma-frost in Siberia. It is a brilliant emerald green stone that can only be mined 15 days out of a year,” Nann said. “We look at each stone and decide what it should be and what setting will bring out its beauty. We use color combinations of other stones to create a singular piece of art. This is an art form rather than a business. We also use pearls on occasion and place them on hand-knotted silk strings. None of our art is priced over $225.”

Jenni Field is a fiber artist who works with vintage and recycled fabrics from the 1930s through the 1980s to create clothing and fashion accessories that are intricate and unique. Field says she enjoys bringing new fashion life to fabrics that would otherwise end up as rags or in a landfill.

Beth Giguere is a mixed-media artist whose original designs include custom-stained glass, both framed and ornamental, porcelain angels, and custom lamp shades.

Giguere uses peacock feathers on the angels and lampshades she makes. She hand-selects the feath-

Calvin Campany with Karen Nann of Gemstones Unveiled.

Julio Amaro on acoustic guitar.

(Photos by Jack Kelly) ers from molting peacocks at her father-in-law’s peacock farm in Westport, Mass. A portion of the proceeds from Giguere’s sales of selected porcelain angels and charms are donated to the Gloria Gemma Foundation.

Julio Amaro is a visual artist who specializes in Kinoptic Art, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism, figurative art and photography.

This weekend’s event is an opportunity to the view the works of several interesting artists and to support the local art community.

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Live Musical Entertainment Thursday, January 10

Sandywoods Center for the Arts– Atwater-Donnelly Trio, 7 p.m.

Clarke Cooke House–DJ Jackie Henderson

The Fifth Element–TBD

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge–DJ Robert Black, 8 p.m.

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The Fifth Element–DJ Maddog

Fastnet Pub – Traditional Irish Music, 5-9 p.m.

Friday, January 11

Clarke Cooke House – Bobby Ferreira, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Clarke Cooke House–DJ Jackie Henderson Middletown VFW – Karaoke, DJ Papa John, 8:30 p.m.

Narragansett Cafe – Full Circle, 9:30 Newport Blues Cafe–Felix Brown, 9:30 p.m.

Narragansett Cafe –The Duke Robillard Band, 4-7 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub – Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East–Honky Tonk Knights, 7:30 p.m.- midnight The Fifth Element–TBD

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– The Merge, 9 p.m.

Newport Grand Event Center–FlashMOB, Rock & Roll Party Band, 9 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub – Triple Threat, 10 p.m.

Monday, January 14 Narragansett Cafe – New Years Eve featuring: 5 Flavor Discout, 9:30 Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge–Stu Krous, 9 p.m.

One Pelham East -The Criminals The Fifth Element–Melissa Woolverton

One Pelham East–Green Line Inbound Rhumbline –Nick Sanfilippo Sandywoods Center for the Arts– April Verch Band, 7 p.m.

The Fifth Element–TBD

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Saturday, January 12

Fastnet–”Blue Monday”

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Hyatt Five 33 Lounge–Dave Manuel, 4-6 p.m.

Middletown VFW – Karaoke, DJ Papa John, 8:30 p.m.

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Summer School, 9 p.m.

One Pelham East – Stu from Never in Vegas

Wednesday, January 16

Narragansett Cafe – Uncle Chubby, 9:30 Newport Blues Cafe–D2, 9:30 p.m.

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Grand Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Mondo Soul, 9 p.m.

Norey’s – Lisa Mills One Pelham East –Chris Gauthier

O’Briens Pub – DJ C Gray

Sardella’s – Dick Lupino & Shawnn Monteiro, Kent Hewitt, 7-9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East–Get Lucky Rhumbline –Lois Vaughan, 6:30-10 p.m.

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Eight Bells Lecture The Eight Bells Lecture Series presents editor Joshua Welle discussing “In the Shadow of Greatness,” a collection of first-person accounts from members of the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2002. 12 p.m., free and open to the public but advance reservations required, limited seating, 401-841-2101.

Art Smart Art program for grades 4-6, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 4 p.m., free but pre-registration is required, www.MiddletownPublicLibrary.org.

“If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare” Informal group meets weekly to give interpretive readings of Shakespeare’s works, Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 5 p.m., 8470292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

Shakespeare in Middletown Fans gather weekly to read and enjoy works of the Bard, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 5 p.m., free.

Design Expo 2013 Jamestown Arts Center opens “Innovation at Work in RI: Showcasing Local Talent with a Global Impact,” 18 Valley St., 5:30-8:30 p.m., wwwJamestownArtCenter.org.

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‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ The Newport Children’s Theatre will present the C.S. Lewis classic, “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” at the Portsmouth Middle School, 125 Jepson Lane, Friday, Jan. 11 through Sunday, Jan. 13. The play tells the story of four young children who stumble through an old wardrobe into the magical land of Narnia, where they get caught up in the struggle between the great lion Aslan and the evil White Witch.

The action-packed tale features chases, duels, and daring escapes in the fight between good and evil. Performances are Friday, Jan. 11, 7 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 12, 2 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 13, 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $6 for children under 12.

Movies at King House Free screening of recent releases, 1 p.m., Edward King House, 35 King St., 1p.m.

Owl Prowl Learn about birds of prey then head out on a night hike to listen for owls, Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd. Middletown, 6 p.m., ages 8+, $8 members, $10 non-members, reservations strongly suggested, 401-846-2577.

Meet the Author Marilyn Bellemore discusses her book, “The Night the Music Ended,” the story of the Station Nightclub, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 6 p.m., free.

Zumba Fundraiser Fundraiser for Give Kids the World, Hyatt Regency, Goat Island, 6:30-8 p.m., raffles, $10, bring towel and gym shoes.

Friday

“The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe” Newport Children’s Theatre presents C.S. Lewis’ “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” Portsmouth Middle School Auditorium, 125 Jepson Ln., 7 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 children under 12.

January 11

Nature Storytime Norman Bird Sanctuary hosts nature-themed storytime, “All About Owls,” for preschoolers ages 3 and up, 583 Third Beach Rd. Middletown, 10 a.m., $3 members, $6 non-members, 401-846-2577.

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Diversions and Entertainments The Newport Historical Society exhibits historic advertisements and highlights some popular forms of entertainment in 19th Century Newport. The Museum of Newport History at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., donation $4.

Improv Comedy Interactive comedy with the Bit Players, Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 8 p.m., 401-8493473, www.FirehouseTheater.org.

Flash Mob at Grand Flash Mob plays rock music from the 70s to today, Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Hwy., 9 p.m., 18+, 401-849-5100, www.NewportGrand.com.

Open Studio Space available for individual art projects, own supplies required, Edward King House, 35 King St., 1-3 p.m.

Saturday January 12

Aquidneck Growers’ Market Locally grown food and other products, music, hot lunch items, St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 324 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 401-848-0099.

Clean Ocean Access Meet to clean up Taylor’s Lane in Little Compton, 12-2 p.m., bring your own cup and Empire Coffee & Tea will provide coffee and cocoa, wear boots and gloves, www.CleanOceanAccess.org.

Winter Lecture Series Robert Thorson, University of Connecticut, speaks on “Nature’s Force to Artist’s Brush: The Science and Art of Hanging Rock,” Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 2 p.m., members $10, non-members $15, students $6, 401-848-8200, www.

NewportArtMuseum.org.

Meet the Author Author Nichole Bernier will read from “The Unfinished Work of Elizabeth D.,” Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2 p.m.

“The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe” 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. See Jan. 11.

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Take the Big Rhode Island Quiz with Roberta Mudge Humble, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 2 p.m., 401683-9457, www.PortsmouthLibrary.org.

National Holiday Celebration The 28th Annual Celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will begin on Friday, Jan. 18 with an interdenominational prayer service at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Shalom, 233 Valley Rd. in Middletown. A variety of events, to honor Dr. King, are scheduled for Monday, January 21. They include: A Torch Run Ceremony starting at the First Rhode Island Regiment monument in Portsmouth on routes 24 and 114 and ending at Thompson Middle School in Newport. The Annual Birthday program begins at 9:30 a.m. at Thompson Middle School with guest speaker Jeanne Napolitano, former Mayor of New-

port and current city council member. The Annual Luncheon is at noon at the Atlantic Beach Club, 53 Purgatory Rd. in Middle-

ton. Dr. Jason B. Pina, Vice President of Student Affairs at Bridgewater State University will be the guest speaker. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for youth and are available by calling Thelma Williams at 401-338-1075; Victoria Johnson 401-846-3967 or Barbara Lisbon 401-624-6208. An afternoon program will be held at 3 p.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, 20 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Blvd. in Newport. An evening worship service will be held at 5 p.m. at Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Blvd. to conclude the day of commemoration.

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‘Amistad’ Steven Spielberg’s historical drama, “Amistad,” will screen at the Casino Theatre Friday, Jan. 18 at 7:30 p.m. The 1997 film, shot largely in Newport, features many Newporters and readily-identifiable Newport locations, as well as Anthony Hopkins, Morgan Freeman, Djimon Hounsou, and Matthew McConaughey. The screening is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame and is free to members, $12 for non-members. To reserve, email programs@tennisfame.com or visit www.tennisfame. com/node/1456.

Newport” by Dr. Kurt Schlichting, lecture presented by the Museum of Newport Irish History, International Tennis Hall of Fame, 6 p.m., $15, reservations required, 8415493 or tpm1@earthlink.net.

Thursday Book Discussion The Thursday Evening Book Group meets tonight to discuss “Unbroken: a World War II story of survival, resilience and redemption,” by Laura Hillenbrand, Newport Library, 300 Spring St., 7 p.m., 847-8720.

Friday January 18

Open Studio Space available for individual art projects, own supplies required, Edward King House, 35 King St., 1-3 p.m.

Geezers at Empire Join acoustic folk musicians at Empire Tea & Coffee, 22 Broadway, 7:30 p.m., 401-619-1388.

Movies at King House Free screening of recent releases, 1 p.m., Edward King House, 35 King St.

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Wednesday January 16

“Amistad” International Tennis Hall of Fame presents “Amistad,” historical drama shot in and around Newport, Casino Theatre, 9 Freebody St., 7:30 p.m., members free, nonmembers $12, reservations at www.tennisfame.com/node/1456.

Music at Library The Friends of the Jamestown Library present songs and storytelling with Andrew Potter, 26 North Rd., 3 p.m.

“The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe” 4 p.m. See Jan. 11.

British Dessert Tasting Watch Downton Abbey on the big screen (third season, episode 2), Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center, 9 p.m. , $10, janepickens.com.

Monday January 14

Diversions and Entertainments The Newport Historical Society exhibits historic advertisements and highlights some popular forms of entertainment in 19th Century Newport. The Museum of Newport History at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., donation $4.

Tuesday January 15

Pre-K Storytime Storytime for preschoolers at the Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 10:30 a.m., public welcome, free, drop in.

Lunch with the Artist Series Richard Tyre hosts a lunchtime discussion on “The Snowman in History and Art,” Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 12 p.m., members free, non-members $5, bring lunch, 401-848-8200.

Jamestown Book Group Discuss “97 Orchard: An Edible History of Five Immigrant Families in One New York Tenement,” by Jane Ziegelman, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd., 1 p.m., free, new members welcome.

Afterschool Art Create a unique piece of textile art by weaving fabrics and yarn with sticks, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 4 p.m., ages 5+, free but registration required, 401846-1573.

Stories and Crafts Story and craft time for K-Grade 4 at the Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 3:30 p.m., public welcome, free, drop in.

Potter Pet U Canine Communication 101 presented by by Anastacia Southland, Humane Educator, Potter League for Animals, Middletown, 6 – 7 p.m., free, pre-registration required, 846-0592 ext. 120 or AnastaciaS@PotterLeague.org.

Photo Guild Meeting Member’s Critique Night, works to be reviewed by Daniel Forster, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 7 – 9 p.m., 401-924-4747 or visit newportphotoguild.org.

Chess Group Weekly gathering for chess players, Empire Tea & Coffee, 22 Broadway, 7:30 p.m., 401-619-1388.

Thursday January 17

Read/Eat/Chat All are invited to discuss “Brunelleschi’s Dome: How a Renaissance Genius Reinvented Architecture,” by Ross King, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., noon, members free, non-members $5, bring lunch, 401-848-8200, www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

Eight Bells Lecture The Eight Bells Lecture Series presents Christine Haverington on “Images of America: Middletown,” Naval War College Museum, 12 p.m., free and open to the public but advance reservations required, limited seating, 401-841-2101.

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“Words into Poetry” Workshop with members of Ocean State Poets, readings, discussion, open mic, Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 3 p.m.

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Winter Lecture Series Suzanne Paquette speaks on “From Fine Art, High Drama: The Making of Cirque du Soleil,” Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 2 p.m., members $10, non-members $15, students $6, 401-848-8200, www.

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Common Fence Music MC Jacob Haller hosts the 14th Gathering of Fiddlers & Fishermen, 933 Anthony Rd., Portsmouth, doors open and music begins at 6:30 p.m., bring picnic basket or buy galley chowders, soups and chili, $15 – early ticketing suggested, www.CommonFenceMusic.org.

Sunday January 20

Diversions and Entertainments The Newport Historical Society exhibits historic advertisements and highlights some popular forms of entertainment in 19th Century Newport. The Museum of Newport History at the Brick Market, 127 Thames St., daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., donation $4.

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FAITH COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD Early Casual Service Calvary United Methodist Church is offering early morning come-asyou-are worship on Sundays at 8 a.m. The informal half-hour service is held in the chapel. Sports attire is welcome, but no cleats please.

Youth Soup and Songs with new Bishop Episcopal youth are invited to meet the Right Reverend Nicholas Knisely on Sunday, Jan. 13 at the Episcopal Conference Center from 2 to 5 p.m.

Welcome the new Bishop, enjoy a bowl of soup, sing favorite songs, and enjoy diocesan youth fellowship. For more information, call 401568-4055 or visit www.eccri.org.

Sunday Forum Hour Trinity Church will offer an exploration of the Baptismal Covenant, as found in the Book of Common Prayer, on Sunday, Jan. 13 at 9:05 a.m. The forum will be led by The Rev. Paul Koumrian and The Rev. Mary Johnstone in Honyman Hall and coffee and doughnuts will be served.

Channing Coffee House All are welcome at the next Channing Coffee House on Saturday, Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. Enjoy coffee and music by the MetroGnomes and several other Channing friends and musicians. Bring a dessert to share (and a musical instrument if you would like to perform). Interested performers should email coffeehouse@ channingchurch.org for details. The Coffee House is free, but donations welcome to support the work of the church.

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group Calvary United Methodist Church hosts a support group for those with memory loss or early stage Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Connect with others on the same path, receive information on available services, and discuss concerns in a caring environment. The support group for diseased persons will be led by Donna Buehler, and the caregivers group will be led by Pastor Amy from 1-2 p.m. Tai Chi will be offered for both groups at 2 p.m., led by Gail Witsitt-Lynch. All welcome.

Mid-week Meditation Calvary United Methodist Church, Turner Rd. Middletown, offers guided meditation on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in Crocker Hall.

UCC Book Group The United Congregational Church book group will meet on Monday, Jan. 28 to discuss “Take This Bread: A Radical Conversion,”

by Sara Miles. The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in the Manchester Room, 524 Valley Rd., Middletown and all are welcome.

Prayer Shawl Knitters Knitters gather Thursdays at 10 a.m. at United Congregational Church, 524 Valley Rd., Middletown to make prayer shawls. All knitters, regardless of ability or church affiliation, are welcome to participate.

For more information, call 401-8495444.

Churches are welcome to send information about upcoming events or to share special messages, by emailing news@newportthisweek.net.

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Thursday, Jan. 10

7:30–MLK Center 20 West Broadway 5 p.m.–St. Paul’s Methodist 12 Marlborough St.

Friday, Jan. 11

7:30–MLK Center 20 West Broadway 5 p.m. –Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.

Saturday, Jan. 12

4:30 Community Baptist 50 Dr. Marcus

Sunday, Jan. 13

4 p.m. –Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.

Monday, Jan. 14

7:30–MLK Center 20 West Broadway 11:30 p.m.–St. Joseph’s R.C. 5 Mann Ave. 5 p.m.–St. Spyridon

Tuesday, Jan. 15

7:30–MLK Center 20 West Broadway 5 p.m.–United Baptist (by St. Lucy’s RC) 30 Spring St.

Wednesday, Jan. 16 7:30–MLK Center 20 West Broadway 5 p.m.–United Baptist (by St. Mary’s RC) 30 Spring St.

Marie B. Brownell, 83, passed away Dec. 31, 2013 at the John Clarke Nursing Center, Middletown. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12 at 11:30 a.m. at United Baptist Church of Newport. Donations in her memory may be made to the United Baptist Church of Newport, 30 Spring St., Newport, RI 02840.

Beverly Champlin, 77, of Middletown, passed away Jan. 3, 2013 at home. She worked at the former Savings Bank of Newport now BankNewport for more than 40 years. Her funeral was held at Holy Cross Church, Middletown.

Joel Thomas DeLessio, 69, of Portsmouth passed away Dec. 31, 2012, at home. He was the husband of Dorothy (VanCourt) DeLessio. Donations in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

James A. Garvey III, 46, of Newport, passed away Jan. 5, 2013, at home surrounded by family after a long battle with a brain tumor. He was the husband of Susan Garvey. He also left behind 13-year-old twin boys. Donations in his memory may be made to the Bank of Newport Garvey Family Fund, 500 West Main Rd., Middletown, RI, 02842.

Norman William Hall, 90, of Middletown, passed away Dec. 30, 2012 at home surrounded by family. He was the husband of Gillian Conyers Lowe Hall. He began his 37-year career with the U.S. Civil Service Commission in 1941 at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport. He also served in the U.S. Army Eighth Air Force during World War II in England.

Among his many volunteer activities he was also past president, director and life member of the Middletown Historical Society.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, Jan. 17 at noon at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 324 E. Main Rd, Portsmouth. Donations in his memory may be made to the Middletown Historical Society, P.O. Box 4196, Middletown, RI 02842.

Emmi Martins, 87, of Portsmouth, passed away Jan. 1, 2013 at Heatherwood Nursing Home, Complete obituary Newport. She was thenotices wife of the available a nominal fee. fulate Paul for J. Martins.

A private neral service will be held at St. PeFor more information, call ter’s Lutheran Church.

Donations 847-7766, ext. 107 in her memory may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 245 Waterman St., Suite 306, Providence, RI 02906.

Daniel Thomas Malvey, 60, of Middletown, passed away Jan. 8, 2013 at Philip Hulitar Inpatient Home and Hospice Care Center of Rhode Island. He was the husband of Cynthia A. Bric-Malvey.

Visiting hours will be Friday, Jan. 11 from 4 to 7 p.m. at O’NeillHayes Funeral Home. A Mass will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12 at 10 a.m. at St. Lucy’s Church. Donations in his memory may be made to R.I.S.M.A. Pop Warner, 938 Main St., Warren, RI 02885.

Claire D. Murphy, 81 of Portsmouth, passed away Jan. 1, 2013 at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 State St., Suite 200, Providence, RI 02908 or to the Robert Potter League for Animals, PO Box 412, Newport, RI 02840.

Capt. David W. Tungett, 56, formerly of Middletown. He was the husband of Lynne Tungett, and father of David and Debbie Tungett. A memorial service is planned for Monday, Jan. 21 at Seamen’s Church Institute from 2-5 p.m.

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The Rhode Island Blood Center and Dunkin’ Donuts are showing their appreciation for blood donors during January, National Volunteer Blood Donor Month, by offering a coupon for a free pound of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee to all individuals who donate blood at a donor center or blood drive.

“Giving blood is an easy way to give the gift of life,” said Todd Wallace, Dunkin’ Brands Northeast Field Marketing Director. “We hope that receiving a pound of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee will help encourage our neighbors to reach out this January and donate blood.”

According to the AABB, a national blood banking association, someone needs blood in this country every two seconds. Each day, patients across the country receive some 39,000 units of blood. There are more than 14 million blood transfusions annually, given to people who are accident victims, are undergoing surgery, and patients receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer and other diseases.

In our community, patients in hospitals and treatment facilities require up to 280 pints of blood every day, according to the Rhode Island Blood Center.

The Rhode Island Blood Center has donor centers in Providence, Warwick, Narragansett, Woonsocket and Middletown, and holds several blood drives throughout the state and in nearby Massachusetts every day.

To find a blood drive or to make an appointment to donate call 1-800-283-8385, or visit ribc.org.

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SENIOR SAVVY Consequences of a Fall in Winter

By Florence Archambault On the Sunday before Christmas, I tripped over a box in my dining room and fractured my left wrist, which is now in a cast up to my elbow and hurts when I forget and try to use it. I am fast discovering that there are many things I need to do that require two hands.

First of all, there are the pill bottles. You cannot open them with one hand, which is why there are opened pill bottles all over the house since I take quite a few. You also cannot pull zippers, unless you can anchor one end in your armpit.

That works with my purse.

Typing is a challenge, although I am finding it easier as I do more and I use my index finger. At first, I was typing in lower case, because I couldn’t hit the shift key, but I just discovered that my version of Microsoft has an automatic capitalization feature. Emails I don’t bother with.

Getting dressed can be daunting and painful but manageable, depending on what kind of clothing you are trying to get into. We won’t mention bathroom maneuvers.

I’m sure as time goes by I’ll find many more shortcuts or long cuts.

I’ll never be able to use the can opener, but today after three days with the help of my daughter I managed a shower and shampoo.

I’m getting the hang of it.

It’s time to think about New Year’s resolutions. Generally, I don’t make any, but I guess my first New Year’s resolution should be not to let boxes sit around and to put everything away where it belongs when you are through with your task.

So what are some of yours? I recently read that you should not feel guilty if you break a resolution but rather feel glad that you made one.

I don’t know where that writer was coming from. I’m sure I would still feel guilty.

You may want to consider signing up for one of the classes due to start soon at the senior centers.

If you are a member, you should have the current newsletter with the class listings, information, and a registration from; otherwise call

I recently read that you should not feel guilty if you break a resolution but rather feel glad that you made one. the center. There are the usual favorites as well as some new ones.

You might want to consider one of the many exercise classes that are being offered.

At the Edward King Center, the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy will give a presentation on Thursday, Jan. 17 at 11 a.m. on how to best protect yourself from winter issues such as increased respiratory infections, coughs and colds, dry skin and more.

On Saturday, Jan. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon, member Holly Rice will give a demonstration of how to make bread. Each participant will have the opportunity to make their own creation to take home. Cost is $25.

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If the dreary winter weather is beginning to get to you, you may want to consider going over to the Middletown Senior Center where there are many opportunities to socialize and have fun playing some of the games they offer. They include Wii, bridge, Pokeno, bingo, cribbage, and other card games.

Consult your newsletter or call the center at 849-8823.

The Portsmouth Senior Center offers a free movie every Tuesday at 1:15 p.m. on a 53-inch big screen TV. The titles are announced the day of the presentation. They are also sponsoring a bus trip on Friday, Feb. 22 to the Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show.

Cost is $15 for members and $20 for non-members, which includes bus fare and ticket. For further information call them at 683-4106.

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Newport County TV Program Highlights January 10 – January 16 THURSDAY – JANUARY 10 10 a.m.: Around BCC 10:30 a.m.: Newport City Limits 11 a.m.: Jazz Bash 11:30 a.m.: Portsmouth This Week 12 p.m.: Portsmouth School Committee Mtg 6 p.m.: Sound Check 7 p.m.: Thompson Middle School Winter Concert 7:30 p.m.: Center Stage 8 p.m.: Newport City Council Mtg: 1.10 9 p.m.: Newport School Committee Mtg: 1.9 FRIDAY – JANUARY 11 10 a.m.: Sound Check 11 a.m.: Thompson Middle School Winter Concert 11:30 a.m.: Center Stage 12 p.m.: Newport City Council Mtg: 1.10 1 p.m.: Newport School Committee Mtg: 1.9 6 p.m.: Crossed Paths 6:30 p.m.: Newport County InFocus 7 p.m.: Thompson Middle School Winter Concert 7:25 p.m.: Rogers High School Winter Concert 8:30 p.m.: Middletown Town Council Mtg: 1.7 SATURDAY – JANUARY 12 10 a.m.: Crossed Paths 10:30 a.m.: Newport County InFocus 11 a.m.: Thompson Middle School Winter Concert 11:25 a.m.: Rogers High School Winter Concert 12:30 p.m.: Middletown Town Council Mtg: 1.7

6 p.m.: Crossed Paths 6:30 p.m.: Newport County InFocus 7 p.m.: Middletown High School Chorus Holiday Concert 8 p.m.: Newport City Council / School Committee Inauguration: 1.2 9 p.m.: Newport City Council Mtg: 1.10 10 p.m.: Newport School Committee Mtg: 1.9 SUNDAY – JANUARY 13 10 a.m.: Crossed Paths 10:30 a.m.: Newport County InFocus 11 a.m.: Middletown High School Chorus Holiday Concert 12 p.m.: Newport City Council / School Committee Inauguration: 1.2 1 p.m.: Newport City Council Mtg: 1.10 2 p.m.: Newport School Committee Mtg: 1.9 6 p.m.: Crossed Paths 6:30 p.m.: Newport County InFocus 7 p.m.: Portsmouth This Week 7:30 p.m.: RI PEG Awards Ceremony 9 p.m.: Portsmouth High School Hockey MONDAY - JANUARY 14 10 a.m.: Crossed Paths 10:30 a.m.: Newport County InFocus 11 a.m.: Portsmouth This Week 1 p.m.: Portsmouth High School Hockey 5:30 p.m.: Cowboy Al Karaoke Show 6 p.m.: Americo Miranda Show

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50-acre campus including 33 acres on the east side of Providence and 17 acres of playing fields in nearby rehoboth

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1. 1987 Supreme Court nominee 1. Animated classic of 1942 2. Shakespearean ‘’soon’’ 6. Eye nerve 3. Defensive spray 11. The sound of silence 4. Safe place for cyclists 14. Type of personality 5. Cork’s at the bottom of it 15. Hunt illegally 6. What some see with Met tickets 16. Spherule in a pod 7. Ward heelers 17. Standard Oil founder 8. Chess master Mikhail 19. Randall’s ‘’6 Rms ___ Vu’’ 9. Early coolers 20. Proposers, traditionally 10. Constant, as a liar 21. Like an ox 11. Chinese appetizer 23. Turner of films 12. Condiment giant 24. First Western televised in 13. Words with seat or ball color 18. Repel (with ‘’off’’) 25. Composer Chopin’s birth 22. Florist’s vehicle, perhaps place 24. You must be quick to steal them 25. Famous name in TV talk 28. Employing a certain office 26. Gumbo ingredient machine 27. A state capital 29. One of ___ (unique) 28. Knox and McHenry 30. Trig term 30. Herman Wouk’s ship 31. Scandinavian rug 32. Nepalese legend 34. Ruth’s ‘’Laugh-In’’ counterpart 33. Alphabet book phrase 35. Exposes 35. Male voice 36. Adversaries 36. Parting word 37. It may be studied in a lab 38. Took care of houseplants, 38. Cools one’s heels

in a way 39. Treaty between the U.S. and 39. Withdraws from an organization

the U.S.S.R. 41. Comic screech 40. Gains knowledge 42. Roseanne, originally 42. Site of a famous wall 43. Man in C.O.N.T.R.O.L. 43. Term of endearment 44. Walks in the pool 45. It’s set by a runner 45. Shore platforms 46. Word with stock or black 47. Dog’s bane 48. Thereabouts 47. It may come in cords 49. Theater award 51. ‘’Without further ___’’ 50. Clairol products 52. Skating sport 53. Rank between Maj. Gen. and Gen. 54. VCR button 55. Cross the threshold 56. Borden’s critter 57. ‘’Shame on you!’’

58. Impressionist painter

of ballerinas 59. Gin-flavoring fruits Puzzle answer on page 21

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Real Estate

Some people say completing college

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The financial aid process can be confusing. We are here to help. At the College Planning Center of RI, you can get free assistance completing the FAFSA and other financial aid forms.

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IT’S TRUE! 70% of the Class of 2013 submitted early college applications.

To date, 75% of decisions received are offers of admission! Acceptances include: MIT • Brown • Harvard • UPenn Vanderbilt • BC • U Michigan

IT’S TRUE! Lincoln is now more affordable, thanks to tuition adjustments across the Lower School.

Seller

Buyer

Price

Newport 67 Third St. Lynne & Alan Eagles

27 Everett St. Aimee Rolin

1403 Capella South Daniel Kinder 13 Prescott hall Rd. Federal Home Loan Mort. Corp.

Antoniello 18 B Chapel St. Dianne Grinnell

Scott, Christina & Michael Rivkees Vincent Siravo Jr. & Robin Hoffman Roger & Diane Picard Kenneth Boyle & Joyce

$460,000 $315,000 $280,000 $130,000

Matthew Cahill & Brendan Flynn $117,000

Middletown 575 Tuckerman Ave., Units 7 & 8 224 John Clarke Rd. 602 Fairway Dr. 130 Purgatory Rd., Unit 2 263 West Main Rd. 4 Bay View Park

Ari & Sabrina Ellis

Katherine Younger

$1,800,000

PRE Realty LLC Jong Lee Brett Fox Mary Hackett Estate Cynthia & Robert Quattrucci

Blackstone Caterers Realty LLC $650,000 Jerrold Peterson $243,000 Anne Huot $185,000 Engrid Gutierrez & Doris Medeiros $165,000 Phyllis Tierno $13,400

Portsmouth 905 West Main Rd. Richard & Frederick Briggs

36 Riverside Ave.

271 & 273 East Main Rd.

Christopher Sousa

Order of St. Benedict in Portsmouth, RI Ralph McCluskey II

David & Elizabeth McCauley Christopher Dion

$1,5000,000 $319,000 $280,000

Jamestown No Transactions This Week

Open House

Real Estate Transactions Sponsored by Hogan Associates

January 12 • 1-3 p.m. lincolnschool.org or 401.331.9696

Lincoln School P R O V I D E N C E

LA SALLE ACADEMY PEGASUS 7/8 ATTEND AN INFORMATIONAL SESSION

Join us as we explain the program, curriculum, admissions process and activities. Students who come to the morning session will be able to participate in a grade 7 class for one hour.

Wednesday, January 16 at 7 PM Wednesday, January 23 at 8 AM Wednesday, February 6 at 7 PM Monday, February 11 at 8 AM

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PEGASUS 7/8 is a program for academically gifted seventh and eighth grade students seeking an innovative, challenging and quality middle school experience.

SCAN FOR A TOUR!

• skills based curriculum for gifted and talented students • advisory/mentoring program • extra curricular activities • community service programs

For more information call (401) 351-7750, ext. 122 or visit www.lasalle-academy.org 612 Academy Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

All sessions begin in PEGASUS Center. Entrance via path off of Smith Street.

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SALE DATES: Thurs. Jan. 10 -Jan. 16, 2013

JOB LOT

Special Price!

Marcal®

Giant Parrot Cage

Paper Towels 8 bonus size rolls

or

36”x28”x69” Comp. $599

Bath Tissue

12 bonus size double rolls

250

$

STORE HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 9am-8pm

Ocean State

Your Choice

5

99

Hats, Gloves, Scarves & more!

Comp. $12-$25

5

3

$

24

29

99

Fleece Sheet Sets

12

Twin

20

$

Twin

40 $ 45 $ 50

50% SAVINGS

$

Queen Compare $90

Twin

30

$

Duraflame®

Thermostat with remote, superior furniture quality wood cabinet.

Late shipment creates importer loss!

Now Save 50%

199

$

Down Alternative Microfiber Comforters

SALE!

Twin

8

$

Comp. $15

Full.........Comp. $20..... 10 $ Queen...Comp. $25..... 12 $ King.......Comp. $30..... 12 $

Heavyweight Microfiber Reversible Comforter

Surefit Covers

SALE! COMPACT SIZE!

Duraflame Infrared Rolling Mantel

249

$

Fully assembled. Energy saving LED technology. 1500 watts - 5,200 BTUs. With remote control.

Comp. $259

169

$

Lifesmart

6-Element Infrared Heater

1500 watts heats 1800 sq. ft.

Oil Filled Radiator Comp. $50 OR Ceiling Quartz Heater Your Choice

30

$

Comp. $36.99

24

$

Tech 9

88 35

Comp. $500

$

$

New Puncture Proof Tires

Rolling Firewood Carrier with Cover

88

$

Bindings .......

Fits most chairs 32"-40" Comp. $39-$79

12

$

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Heavy duty frame.

Includes heavy duty all weather cover.

Compare $95

WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!

13

8

$

Emsco®

Garant®

25

$

39

$

18” Poly Snow Shovel

18” Poly Snow Shovel

QUEEN or KING

SALE!

5 3 3

$

Steel wearstrip for extended blade life

Garant®

16’ Poly Roof Snow Rake Poly head prevents damage to shingles Lightweight aluminum handle

3

$ ®

22”Snowbrush/Ice Scraper

Weatherbeater Blades Comp. $10

5

Sofa or Love Seat

$

Fits Most Sofas 74"-96" Fits Most Love Seats 58"-73" Comp. $59-$149

20

$

Your Choice

Electric Snow Blower

18” electric snow blower 20 ft throw distance.

179

10

$

$

Single Suet Cake

20lb Country Blend ........................8.50

6 7

$ Winter Wiper Blades Comp. $16..... $ Repel Wiper Blades Comp. $18.......

Squirrel Proof Single Tube Bird Feeder

Wild Bird Seed 50lb Black Oil Sunflower ....29.99 $ 25lb Nyjer Thistle Seed ................. 25 $ 25lb Signature Blend....................... 23 $ 15lb Songbird Blend ....................... 12

8

50” Telescopic Snow Broom & Ice Scraper

9

$

Telescopic Emergency Car Shovel

Extendable handles saves space

Slip-On Ice Treads OR Multi-pack Warmers

Hand, Toe, Foot & Body Warmers

YOUR CHOICE

5

$

1

$

6 2

$

Scotts® Bird Bell ......................................

SNOWBOARDS

Compare $70

Super Soft 100% Synthetic. $

50”x60” Micro Fleece Throw.............. $ 50”x 70” Oversized Fleece Throw..... $ 50”x 60” Fleece Throw.............................

SALE!

5.5lb Birdlover’s Blend .......................

Ultrasonic Humidifier

SALE!

$

$

Holmes®

selection varies by store

15

$ ALL SIZES

6

Rainx

®

Chair

®

Importer improperly packaged 350 Thread Count Sheet Sets in 600 Thread Count packaging!

50”x 60” Lambswool Throw

25

Carlton House

Comp. $299

Importers Loss Sheet Sets

$ ALL SIZES

49

$

24”x36” Rubber Door Mats Comp. $25 YOUR CHOICE

Helps prevent dust mites & bed bugs

Hand Towel ....1

Wash Cloths ¢ & Fingertips ...80

Fleece Throws

APACHE MILLS

Zippered Vinyl Mattress Covers

49

888

SALE!

49

Bath Towel ......4

ALL SIZES

300

10

Bath Sheet.......6

60 Grams - All stripes

$

$

Premium Towels

Microfiber 6 Pc Sheet Sets

30”x45” Scatter Rugs OR

Mohawk & Shaw Cut & Bound 2’x6’...............$5.99 3’x5’...............$9.99 4’x6’........... $14.99 5’x8............. $26.99 6’x9’........... $36.99 8’x10’........$69.99 9’x12’........$79.99

Twin.................................................................... 12 $ Full/Queen.................................................. 16 $ King..................................................................... 18

15

$

ORIAN

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL AREA RUGS

SALE!

Jumbo 6-Element Infrared Heater with Drawer

7’9”x 11’6.........

SALE!

ALL SIZES

SALE!

$

Milano

$

King Compare $100

2'x4’............................ 22 $ 2’2”x 8'..................... 50 $ 3’3”x 5’4”.............. 50 $ 5’5”x 8'3”........... 125 $ 7’9”x 11’6........... 250

Made in Turkey

SALE!

Super Soft Micro-plush Blankets

1 million points of yarn per sq. meter

$

Full .................. 20 $ Queen ........... 25 $ King ............... 25

Full Compare $80

HEIRLOOM COLLECTION

CLOSEOUT PRICES!

2’4”x 4’11”........ 10 $ 2’2”x 7’10”......... 15 $ 3’11”x 5'11”..... 20 $ 5’3”x 7'10”........ 30 $ 7’10”x 10’6”.... 60

$

Luxurious Synthetic Lambswool or Printed Micro-plush Blankets

Heated Blankets

12

$

BCF construction

SALE!

Full.............. 15 $ Queen........ 15 $ King............ 15

$

Comp. $24-$40 YOUR CHOICE

10

SAMARA COLLECTION

8

$

Dept. Store Label Microfleece or Flannel PJs

$

SALE!

$

4

YOUR CHOICE

Heavyweight Microfleece Sheet Sets

Comp. $24

6

$

ea

Mens & Ladies Micro Fleece Pants

$

Comp. $25-$50

99

7

$

Yarn dyed plaids and prints

YOUR CHOICE

Mens Full Zip Hooded Sweats OR Ladies Heavyweight Sweats

Comp. $15-$18 & more

Comp. $24

Men’s & Ladies Mid-weight Sweatshirts

6

Comp. $100-$200

15

Assorted colors

Tops or bottoms!

Better Flannel Lounge Pants

$

$

Comp. $80-$150

Famous Maker Mens & Ladies Thermal Underwear

5

Ladies Sherpa Lined Fleece Jacket

4

$

$

SAVE $35

20

Designer & Dept.

Store Label Better Women’s Coats

20 lb - melts to -15ºF

Your Choice

Comp. $10 & more

Mens & Ladies Leather Gloves

NEW PRICE!

Ice & Snow Melter

Mens & Ladies Flannel Pants

$

Dept.

Store Label Winter Men’s Jackets

299

Asst. size & colors Comp. $14.99

New England Patriots Hoodies

$

-35 F De-Icer Windshield Washer Fluid

OR Balance Bond Ionic Silicone Bracelet

JUST ARRIVED!

Your Choice

199

Solids & stripes

Stay warm with our great selection of Sweats!

Men’s & Ladies Winter Accessories

-20 F Windshield Washer Fluid

Ladies Touch Screen Gloves

Metal Shelving by

SpaceMaker®

Choose from dozens of styles/sizes

Cross-Cut Document & CD Shredder

Compare $39.99-$119.99

12”x30”x58” ...........19.99 16”x36”x72” ...........49.99 18”x36”x72” 5 Shelves ........................69.99 LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!

Comp. $50

Comp. $12.99

399

100 Pack Vinyl Gloves

30

$

Assorted sizes

We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards & All Major Credit Cards

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.OCEANSTATEJOBLOT.COM FOR STORE LOCATIONS, MONEY SAVING COUPONS & COMING ATTRACTIONS!!

We warmly welcome

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