Senior Digest News

Celebrate this “berry” good time of year

May 31, 2012 12:13:41 PM by Administrator Account

Budget Kitchen by Portia Little

Luscious fresh colorful berries will be in season soon in the Ocean State and Massachusetts. In fact, because of the warm weather we’ve been having, the strawberry picking season will begin early this year. Several orchards report that strawberries may be ready for picking next weekend. Be sure to check with your local orchard or farm before you venture out, however, to find out the latest conditions and schedules. You can also do a search on the Web for local picking spots and information by typing “pick your own berries” into your browser.

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Attract hummingbirds with feeders

May 31, 2012 12:12:16 PM by Administrator Account

The Wild Life by Todd McLeish

Spring migration is over, and the breeding season for songbirds and most other wildlife in the region is in full swing. By now, bluebirds and robins and Eastern phoebes are probably sitting on their second clutch of eggs after already having raised one family this year. And the warblers and vireos and sparrows are defending their territories and preparing to rush to and fro in an effort to fill the bellies of their nestlings.

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Visit a European Capital of Culture

May 31, 2012 12:08:45 PM by Administrator Account

Senior Travel Talk by Moe Rondeau

Each year as a way to showcase the diverse cultures of the continent, the European Union selects two locations to serve as European capitals of culture. This year the spotlight is on Guimarães, Portugal, and Maribor, Slovenia.

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Make time to tour magnificent mansion

May 31, 2012 12:07:26 PM by Administrator Account

Rhode Trips by Mark Sweberg

Sitting on historic Benefit Street and overlooking Providence since 1788, the John Brown House is a truly beautiful mansion not to be missed. Architecturally and historically, it is one of Providence’s, if not the state’s, most outstanding buildings.

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Director calls on public to prevent abuse

May 31, 2012 12:06:01 PM by Administrator Account

From the Director's Desk by Catherine Taylor

On June 15, Rhode Island will join with organizations around the globe to observe the 7th Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Concerned individuals are urged to wear a purple ribbon to call attention to this horrific and degrading problem affecting those who ought to be the most revered members of our society.

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