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JUNE 2019 JUNE 2019 1 BUSINESS PROFILE diseases. Chromotherapy or light therapy is incorporated into the infra- red treatments using the color of light to bring the body into homeostasis ONE YEAR OF (balance). Each color provides a different HEALING: physical and emotional response. For example, red brings warmth, energy, THE PRESERVE and stimulation while violet promotes clarity and stimulates the lymphatic INFRARED SAUNA system. The customer chooses the BY KALEN ARREOLA color before entering the sauna. People experience infrared light Welcome to The Preserve, a place where you can relax in a every time they feel the heat of the calm and peaceful environment, using infrared therapy. The sun on their skin or the warmth of name is exactly what it sounds like - preservation of your a campfire. Technically, the experi- body and mind. The Preserve opened in June of 2018, and ences are thermal infrared light. The they’ve been serving health and wellness to the Newport way infrared therapy is different is its community and beyond, through infrared technology ever exceptional ability to penetrate far One of the double saunas at The Preserve. since. below the top skin layers without the harmful UV rays. That means an infra- red sauna can warm your body to a discovered all of the benefits she had went off for them both. much greater depth and much more read about were completely accurate. Why not open a business and effectively than a conventional sauna. Diane was born and raised in Nar- spread the word to help people? This critical difference explains many ragansett. She attended the Univer- “Our biggest inspiration and en- of the unique benefits people see sity of Rhode Island (URI) and later joyment from our business is how every day. attended Roger Williams Law before great people feel when they leave Recently, we added another proven obtaining her Real Estate License in here,” said Laurel. “Our clientele is treatment, a detox foot bath. A detox 2001. vast which just goes to show how ef- foot bath is used to purge your sys- She has always been interested in fective infrared therapy truly is. Some tem of heavy metals, give a more bal- health and wellness and was into are battling health ailments such as anced pH level, reduce inflammation, sports growing up. She started long Lyme disease, COPD, SAD, chronic and detoxify the liver while enhanc- distance running and working out five headaches; others have skin issues, ing the immune system and more. to seven days per week after sports muscle soreness and injuries leaving The owners and founders, Diane ended. She still plays on a volleyball them unable to work out and sweat. Dailey and Laurel Handel Polselli, league and loves being healthy and People are finding relief from depres- first met because of their real estate getting in a daily workout. Of course, sion and high toxicity/heavy metal careers. The two have been in real she has now incorporated a daily sau- levels; helps with weight loss and the estate for 21-plus years combined na session as well. list goes on.” and are still actively practicing. Soon Laurel was born in New Hampshire Diane agrees, “We are proud that after they met, a bond formed over and was initially brought to Rhode we opened this business and can their mutual love and curiosity for Island to attend URI. Her love for help people. When something really skin health, wellness and overall en- Rhode Island and everything it offers works, it needs to be shared to help joyment of learning new and effective was what made her stay and create a everyone and this truly works!” Co-Owners Laurel Handel Polselli and Diane Dailey. ways of living a healthy lifestyle. home here. The pair plan to expand and offer “I discovered infrared saunas be- After meeting Laurel, Diane soon other health and wellness treatments, recommended infrared saunas to her, and products, so keep checking back Infrared therapy allows your body to detox, burn calories cause of a massage I had years ago,” and through Diane’s recommenda- to see what they’re up to. They have (between 300-600 per session) obtain mental clarity, revi- said Diane. “The masseuse had an tion, Laurel tried the infrared sauna always committed to testing every- talize your skin, help with muscle soreness, skin purification infrared sauna in her studio. I left feel- and soon realized why Diane loved it thing themselves first. That is an es- and more. The benefits of a deep sweat are vast along with ing like a new person. Because I felt so much. Unlike other treatments that sential part of their business. the added bonus of chromotherapy (light therapy). It is also so amazing after the treatment, I start- take time to feel if it’s working or not, a nice, peaceful experience where you can connect your ed researching infrared therapy and “We want to make sure we are you can feel the benefits of the infra- cell phone to the Bluetooth and listen to your personal discovered it wasn’t really big here helping people,” they said. “Business red sauna after just one time and like music of choice, a podcast or simply meditate -- whatever on the east coast. Many people have comes second.” Diane, Laurel was hooked. helps you get to your place of relaxation while you enjoy never heard of it.” For more information or to the infrared sauna. Diane loved the treatments so Diane and Laurel started sharing schedule your session, visit with friends and family the benefits The infrared lights are actual lights that are invisible to us. much, she started using infrared two www.thepreservenewport.com and of the infrared sauna, both physically Chromotherapy is a method of treatment that uses the vis- to three times per week. Through be sure to follow them on Instagram and mentally, and one day a lightbulb ible spectrum (colors) of electromagnetic radiation to cure personal research and her visits, she @thepreserve_newport.

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2 NEWPORT NEIGHBORS HELLO RESIDENTS, I hope this issue finds you well and finally enjoying the NEWPORT benefits of Spring living! May was tough on us with the typical Neighbors ups and downs of New England weather, but I’m sure none of us would trade it for any other place to live. June is always a big turning point for so many because children are finishing up their primary and secondary school years and the college students are returning home. PUBLICATION TEAM: My daughter came home last month and the house is full of life again! I love it! It’s also time for graduations and celebrations! There’s a great article in here Publisher: Tanja Melendez Lynch about how to be a successful graduate. Personally, I think the advice can apply to anyone at any Designer: Dawn Fenn point in their life. It’s a well-written piece by one of our own residents. I also love and am super excited about our cover this month as we showcase amazing women who literally work all year to bring the Newport International Boat Show to us each fall. I chose to do an interview style format for their article so we could dig a little deeper into Content what it takes to put a show that size together. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed Coordinator: meeting and talking to these accomplished women. Also, locally born and raised artist Mia Kalen Arreola Tarducci is making a name for herself in the high-end art world. There are so many creative, smart people accomplishing incredible things here on our island so if you know anyone that you think we should feature, please let me know. As always, I want to thank the businesses in the magazine that makes it possible for us to mail this to you and we hope you can support them in return. For example, I highly recommend the Contributing private pizza making class at Surf Club; it’s a fun way to break up your week. And the half-priced menu nights at Nikolas Pizza is a great excuse to not cook one night! Photographer: Feel free to contact us for story ideas, we encourage you to be a part of your Sara Cooney Newport Neighbors. Best, Tanja M. Lynch, Publisher [email protected]

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JUNE 2019 3 Gail in her office Rosie at work with Nancy. and enthusiasts a marketing venue also. But when holding up the the national economy faltered in the early 1990s, coveted boat the sailboat and powerboat shows were consoli- show tote. dated into one ‘Newport International Boat Show’ (NIBS). NIBS is now celebrating 49 years and is the largest in-water boat show in the country, cov- ering more than 13 acres along the downtown wa- terfront. Marine-based companies from all corners of the world participate in the show, and thousands of boating enthusiasts attend each fall. It is one of the busiest annual events in the city and a boost to local businesses. Newport is a logical and mag- ical location for a world-class boat show. With the cooperation of the city’s political and business leadership, it has grown into a significant econom- ic engine for both Newport County and the state. Give us a brief description of your team. We all have many years vested in the boat show, but here is a snapshot: Nancy Piffard: Lives in Newport and has held the position of Show Director for 19 years- Her respon- sibility is to manage staff and oversee the ‘big pic- ture,’ i.e., sales, marketing, operations, show pro- gramming, vendor and lease negotiations. Gail Alofsin: Lives in Newport and has worked for Newport Harbor Corporation for over three decades. Her current position is Director of Cor- porate Partnerships and Community Relations, and she is responsible for sponsorship sales, market- ing, and activation. Lisa Knowles: Lives in Middletown and has been NEWPORT INTERNATIONAL the Senior Sales Manager for over 24 years and is responsible for exhibitor sales, site layout, and BOAT SHOW: navigation. POWERED BY WOMEN Jocelyn Emory: Lives in Jamestown and has been An Interview with Nancy Piffard, Director of the Newport the Marketing and Communications Manager for over 11 years, overseeing all marketing strategies International Boat Show. and initiatives. BY TANJA LYNCH Michea Kiely: Lives in Barrington and has been an Account Executive for seven years, working on exhibitor sales and placement with Lisa. Can you give us a brief history of the New- downtown waterfront and was evaluating devel- port International Boat Show? opment plans for the property. They purchased As women, how is it navigating a career in In 1970, a recently discharged naval officer, Paul the Newport Sailboat Show from Mr. Dodson and the marine industry, what motivates you? Dodson, established the Newport Sailboat Show created a “Yachting Center” on their waterfront It’s unanimous, we love our jobs and the com- which took place at Goat Island Marina. It grew property to both house the boat show in a perma- pany we work for, Newport Harbor Corporation, in size and popularity over the next ten years and nent venue and provide other marina related ser- which is an ESOP company and 100% employee subsequently moved to Ft. Adams State Park. To- vices and facilities. The first show at the ‘yachting owned! Working in the marine industry is inter- ward the end of the decade, it had outgrown the center’ site - now officially called Newport Yacht- esting, challenging, fun and always evolving. We Ft. Adams location and in 1979 relocated to the ing Center & Marina took place in 1980 and was deal with companies from all over the world. As Treadway Hotel on Newport’s downtown water- renamed the Newport International Sailboat Show with any career, if you know your job and all facets front (now called the Newport Harbor Hotel & Ma- (NISS) to reflect the growing number of interna- of the industry you work in - trust and respect will rina). The public and exhibitors favorably received tional boat builders and manufacturers participat- follow. We feel we have earned that status with our the downtown venue, but it presented a variety of ing in the show. exhibitors and sponsors. Keeping an eye on the logistical challenges and a new site needed to be Over the following decade, a “Newport Power- details, providing excellent customer service and secured. boat Show” was established following the sailboat creating a great experience for everyone is who we Newport Harbor Corporation owned land on the show each fall, to give powerboat manufacturers are as a team.

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4 NEWPORT NEIGHBORS How do the residents of Newport feel about Lisa and Michea going over some plans. the show? Does the Town support you? How does it impact the city and overall state? We hope the residents feel good about the show. No doubt the traffic can be frustrating, but there is an excitement in the air. Working with town officials, fire and police has been a very positive experience. They are great about accommodating our needs and helping us obtain the right permits. There is a significant, positive economic impact on the city and state during boat show week. The event brings in thousands of visitors from all over the world; they stay in hotels, eat in our restaurants and use various services such as printers, salons, hardware stores, etc. All good for the local businesses. We also hire local electricians, food vendors, tent companies, etc. every year. Will the new hotel affect the show? If so, how? The new hotel will be in the construction phase for the 2019 show. Its location is where we had a large show tent housing 123 exhibitors and sponsors. We were aware of the hotel plans far in advance and had time to identify new space for those needing to be relocated. When the hotel is complete, it will be incorporated into the show. It will be a perfect loca- tion for exhibitors and attendee to stay, it will have We are motivated by positive feedback from our More than 40,000 people visit each year. It’s one a beautiful terrace for networking and for industry attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors regarding of the largest in-water shows in the United States receptions, etc. We are very excited to see the fin- how they feel about the show. When we hit all and is well respected among the marine industry. In ished product in 2020 and feel it will enhance what markers; exceeded sales goals, ticket sales were addition to the yachts and marine related products we already have. up, and our marketing efforts brought in a ‘buying for sale at the show, corporate sponsorship positive- What is your camaraderie like? How do you crowd’ -- it’s a win. ly enhances the guest experience – from hospitality celebrate the end of a successful show? Besides you four, how many people do you lounges and exposure to non-endemic companies; We respect, like, and care about each other and hire to work the show? to sampling new food and beverage products. Suc- work well as a team. We have been together a long Approximately 250 temp staff are hired to work cessful sponsorship is focused on relevance, reputa- time and recognize each others’ strengths and dif- the show each year. Positions include servers, bar- tion, and relationships – essential in all businesses. ferences. When the show is over - and it was suc- tenders, site operations, sponsorship activation, Who are the shows attendees? cessful- there is a sigh of relief and appreciation for ticket sellers, marina stage in, out, Gates and show Typical - are the existing boaters. Whether they are what is accomplished. We are also exhausted men- office, information specialists, etc. That’s not count- into power or sail - they come to the show to see tally and physically – and need to get some rest. Af- ing the police and fire detail that needs to cover what’s new and innovative, to purchase new gear, ter that - its lunch at Castle Hill! the sites and handle traffic. electronics, or accessories for the boat they already Tell us about your mascot. It takes an entire year to put the show together, have, to go bigger, scale down, shift into sail, or into That would be Rosie. My seven year old Bernese what does it entail and why do it in September. power. Hardcore boaters might attend all four days - Mountain Dog. She’s been a part of the team since As soon as the show ends, after reports are pro- just to make sure they didn’t miss a thing! And there she was twelve weeks old! cessed and sales reconciled- we take a few days are those who want to try boating - so they’ll take to recover – physically and mentally- and then turn an in-water course offered at the show or attend our educational seminars. Stay tuned for more information on the specifics of our focus to the following year. There are always the 2019 Newport International Boat Show coming However, some attendees just come for the atmo- ‘lessons learned’ and processes to improve. We September 12-15 in our August issue. Meanwhile, sphere, to dream, and to have fun on the waterfront! head into strategy sessions and budget season you can go to www.NewportBoatShow.com. which takes us through the fall. In January, the sales process begins again; our marketing strategy is measured and analyzed, and operational chang- es are implemented. How long does it take to put the show to- gether and why is it held in September? INNER It began 49 years ago as an annual event. Sep- tember is also a time when marine manufacturers POWER launch new boat models which they debut at the Newport show. TRAINING The Newport show kick’s off the fall boat show circuit. From Newport, exhibitors head to Norwalk, Create the Life You Desire Annapolis, Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Palm Beach, and then it starts all over again. “If you want to see perfection, What has contributed to the boat shows suc- change your perception.” cess over the years for vendors, attendees, and sponsors? — REBECCA TRIPP Newport itself is a major contributor. It is a city with deep sailing and yachting roots- which natu- rally draws boating enthusiasts each year. Having Rebecca is a many brands on display at the show provides at- transformational coach tendees the opportunity to shop and compare - who guides people to and even demo a boat. Attendees also appreciate become the next best a destination where they can come for the day or stay for the weekend. There is so much to see and version of themselves. do in Newport. Exhibitors and Sponsors participate because they www.rebeccatripp.com see a return on their investment. There are ‘buyers’ [email protected] / 508 958-1635 at the show - so they continue to make NIBS a part YouTube: Inner Power Training Rebecca Tripp of their yearly marketing plan.

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1. School of ave Gleeson grew up on Aquidneck baitfish swims through a rocky DIsland and fell in love with our shoal along coastline and all of the amazing scenes Newport’s shores it has to offer. He tries to capture that in 2. Downtown in his photography, and his photos reflect the early evening the powerful influence that the ocean has 3. A cormorant on him. One of his favorite things to do watches from the 3 rocks as a school is to free dive; he enjoys the challenge of bait swims that underwater photography brings- in the shallows beneath it particularly when he’s not using any tanks to capture images. “Diving without air 4. Native seaweed suspended in allows me to get closer to my subjects a water column without bubbles to disturb them.” You can during slack tide follow Dave on instagram @DGleeson80 5. Sailing Under 4 or go to www.DaveGleeson.com for more. 5 the Pell

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10 NEWPORT NEIGHBORS In 2012, the organization said Bari. “These children visit the Bike Newport was fully funded. Using these center with their school. They es- staff (left to funds, the organization ob- pecially love to learn about bike right) Jordan tained an office location and mechanics, and often bring par- Miller, Clare staff members. ents back after their visit to contin- Woodhead, Tara “Bike Newport now has two ue the experience.” Brennan, Allyson locations. We’ve been at the One woman named Antoinette McCalla, Bari first location for more than two showed up at Bike Newport about Freeman, and years after moving around a a year ago, and said, “I really want Alice Cialella. bit,” said Bari. “Activities were to ride a bike.” She had grown up located all over, but now we in Haiti, lived in Europe, and set- have a larger space dedicated tled in Newport. She was retired to the community. Anyone can and never learned to ride a bike. work on their bikes, and reuse Bari and Tory riding an adaptive bike with At Bike Newport, she found a vin- old parts.” wheelchair platform at Farm to Farm Ride tage British bike that reminded Instead of dropping off old 2019 - a ride with no cars. her of her youth, restored it, and bikes to have someone fix it for learned to ride it, all with the help BIKE NEWPORT them for a fee, the concept is that riders repair their of staff and volunteers. Now she is a dedicated Bike bikes themselves, donate old bikes and people can Newport volunteer and supporter. BUILDS MORE even mix and match parts as necessary. It’s stories like Antoinette’s that happen all the time “We get greasy together – all ages, genders, lan- THAN BIKES guages, everyone just helps each other,” said Bari. BY KALEN ARREOLA “You never know who has more experience because it’s a helper community.” If you meet Bari Freeman, the executive director of Bike Newport today, you’d never know she moved They have a basement filled with bikes, and every to Newport during the worst part of the economic year there is an influx of hospitality workers who crisis -- without a job. With a “beater” bike to get her work in the area and use them during summer. Peo- around town, she quickly recognized the city as a ple who donate keep these bikes out of the waste wonderful place where biking could become more pile, and offer free transportation to those who help popular. foster the local economy. And that idea began to grow -- and spread. Not only can people fix their bicycles, but they can also learn the rules of the road “I had a nonprofit manage- in Newport, and receive train- ment background and found ing on safety. people who clearly were in agreement,” said Bari. It didn’t Any group can ask for bike take her long to get the wheels training for a group of eight, and then we get them to ‘con- turning. Thompson Middle School students versate, motivate, and ride’.” Bike Newport’s mission is to learning in the Bike Garage. she said. “We want to stop create the conditions that lead people from getting worried to more people biking more at Bike Newport. People come together for exercise, about riding bikes; verbally ad- often and to ensure bicycling is fun, and community. One other way they help the dress concerns; and motivate a viable, safe, comfortable pri- greater community is through safety awareness. each other by learning how to mary choice for transportation “We are all drivers, bikers, and walkers in some way. better communicate, make eye and recreation. We need to connect, be present, be safe, and learn contact, and we go for group how to communicate with each other to prevent The organization started out rides together to learn how to crashes,” said Bari. “If we teach kids from a young in 2010 as just a gathering of ride in town.” like-minded cyclists, and one Annual Fourth of July Bike Parade. age, we’ll have a generation who is communicating Everyone and anyone can short year later, it was incorporat- well on roads.” participate in cycling. Elliott’s ed. One of the first efforts included local bike racks Bike Newport is a nonprofit organization and they Ride for Everyone, a community event is a car-free and getting the community to sponsor them. are always in need of volunteers, donations of bikes, ride on the iconic Ocean Drive in Newport. Bike-On, funding, and business sponsors to continue its in- “We started ‘Bike to Work Day’ in 2011,” said Bari. a RI-based company, brings adaptive bikes to the “Businesses stepped up and sponsored racks ... and event for people in wheelchairs so they can expe- credible work in the community. there was a very obvious need. Newport is seven rience the joy of biking along the ocean with their For more information square miles, and you can bike and walk anywhere. families and friends. visit www.bikenewportri.org. The more people who bike, the better the Newport “Learning disabilities, mental health issues – kids experience is, and the less damage we do to the his- who have autism – they also love bikes so much,” toric landscape of the area.”

JUNE 2019 11 Both my parents are Rhode Island School of Clearly, this entire family has no plans Mia Tarducci Samples of Mia's work in various sizes Design grads so while it is a passion, it’s also and shapes. to slow down! In just one decade she has a natural part of who I am. So, I guess the accomplished what seems like a lifetime answer is, there was no discovery because it of work. She is on a path to disrupt the art always existed.” world with her stunning pieces and a sense Mia’s work was very influenced by grow- of perseverance. She has always been mo- ing up in Newport and she thought herself tivated by people who underestimated her fortunate to grow up with the ocean as her but clearly, none of us will make that mis- take. “When I see a sliver of light coming from a door or window of opportunity, I different voices to express myself visually. tend to kick it open. I’m going to keep doing MIA TARDUCCI Sometimes I feel like I have no words to ex- that and see where it takes me.” BY CHRISTIAN WINTHROP press what I want so I let color become my We hope it continues to bring her home to voice. Other times I know exactly what I want us in Newport so we can celebrate her con- Newport born and raised artist Mia Tar- to say so I say it on canvas - loudly.” tinued success. ducci is taking the art world by storm. Mia, Mia is a single mother of four tremendous To stay up to date on all of Mia’s accom- a 1993 graduate of Rogers High School and humans; Grace (20), Sophia (17), Sam (15) plishments follow her on Instagram and to Mia's children in her gallery. a 1997 graduate of Georgetown University, and Jack (12). The art gene did not skip a see more of her work or to contact her go to has risen from complete obscurity to inter- generation. Grace is currently attending www.miatarducci.com. Follow her on Insta- national acclaim with her work hanging in backyard. New School in NYC where she is studying gram @MiaTarducci. private and corporate collections world- “When I felt down, I would retreat to my curation, writing and studio art. Sophia is Christian Winthrop is a fifth-generation wide. secret spot at the bottom of 40 steps on Newport local who grew up with Mia She has shown at the Carnegie Museum of the rocky edge of the shore. If the waves in the Fifth Ward. You can follow him on Art three times in the last decade. Current- weren’t too big and if I sat right at the exact Instagram @NewportBuzz or ly, a 7-foot by 24-foot abstract hangs at the spot, all I could see was water...everything www.thenewportbuzz.com Pittsburgh airport, the city in which she cur- else just disappeared,” said Mia. “The ocean rently lives with her four children. And Brit- was endless, vast, and let me vanish into it. A wall in her studio had to be cut ish Airways in London will be showcasing Thereʼs something truly awesome about the open to remove a large piece for two separate, large reproductions from her moment when you realize that youʼre just A custom 7'x24' piece hanging delivery to a client. pieces to promote their new direct flights part of something...and that youʼre only ever at the Pittsburgh airport. from Pittsburgh to London. just a small part. Large works of art inspire Clearly, she is somewhat of a celebrity in me with the same sensation. a rising senior in high school and recently her adopted hometown. “The work does not exist in my world - I won a scholastic achievement nod for a Not all of Mia’s work is a large canvas for- exist in it. The experience is always a com- multimedia drawing entitled “self-portrait.” mat; she works directly with her clients to fort. In creating work I also find that comfort. Sam is a rising Sophomore and takes an art create unique pieces of art to accommodate Whether or not I use pure abstraction or de- class at the Carnegie Museum of Art, it’s the their needs and space. velop a material theme depends on what I same group Andy Warhol was in as a child. When I asked Mia when she discovered am expressing at that moment. Is my idea Jack is her comedic relief and is following in her passion for art she says, “I can’t remem- emotionally driven or tangible? his siblings’ footsteps while marching to the ber a time when art wasn’t part of my life. “This way of thinking allows me to use beat of his own drum.

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JUNE 2019 13 place for the important hours between school program for students ranging from the end of the school day and the end of a kindergarten to 4th grade. MLK CENTER CONTINUES parent’s workday. The program provides a • Summer Adventure Camp – 8-week liter- healthy snack, homework help and fun expe- acy, science and math-based program for TO SERVE HOPE riences like robotics, art, Make Your Life and children entering 1st grade through those BY KALEN ARREOLA violin lessons. Summer Camp is eight weeks entering 5th grade. Hours are 8 am-4 pm of fun and friendships, blending academic (Extended hours are available). enrichment in literacy and math fluency with daily experiential activities like sailing les- COMMUNITY​ PROGRAMS sons at Sail Newport, beach trips, field trips NUTRITION EDUCATION AND COUNSELING to the Norman Bird Sanctuary, Audrain Au- • The MLK’s Registered Dietitian is available tomobile Museum, Save the Bay, and more. for one-on-one nutrition counseling free “Our children at the Center deserve the of charge to uninsured or under-insured Children gather for a pose during a trip to First Beach clients. during the summer camp program COMMUNITY MEALS The MLK is pleased to offer several different Founded in 1922 and renamed honor- Those who need assistance but cannot monthly meals. RSVP required. ing Dr. King in 1968, the Dr. Martin Luther make it to the center’s on-site food pan- • MLK Friends Dinners provide an opportu- King, Jr. Community Center is a central try can visit the mobile food pantry at the nity for clients to eat a meal prepared by a service provider for at-risk individuals, Park Holm Senior Center on the fourth local guest chef. families, and seniors. Friday of every month and at other ro- • Lunch & Learn is a monthly lunchtime The center is a holistic support resource tating locations. The mobile pantry pro- lecture series for older adults. Speakers for people of all ages and demograph- vides non-perishable food items, fresh from the community offer topics of interest ics. That inclusiveness is something the produce, bread, household, and hygiene to seniors while a healthy lunch is served. Center’s Executive Director Heather Hole products. Open to the public. Strout, is passionate about. “Our partnerships with local businesses • The Education Family Dinner is an oppor- First Veggie Day of 2018 “Born and raised in Newport, with fami- and individuals is what makes the Cen- tunity for families with enrolled children to ly going back generations, this communi- ter so special. We’re fortunate to have a same opportunities as their peers. Most par- enjoy a meal prepared by a local guest chef. ty has always been a big part of my heart,” network of partners who believe in the ents are working two jobs just to make ends said Heather. “I remember how strong MLK and support us with everything from HEALTH AND WELLNESS meet and we want to give the kids a chance the community was as a child and I want it businesses joining together in a commu- • SHIP Counseling - Medicare/Medicaid to thrive and fully engage with the special to be that way for generations to come.” nity-wide food drive, to church groups counseling for any member of our commu- community we all call home,” said Heather. The Center’s mission is to fight hun- who donate weekly, to local gardeners nity is available through the Senior Health Thanks to broad and deep community sup- ger, promote health, educate young who donate the bounty from their gar- Information Program (SHIP). port, the MLK’s impact is vast. In 2018, 3,654 and school-aged kids, dens,” said Heather.” • SNAP Counseling - For help with paying people found help at the Center; 874 local support families, and At the MLK, educa- for monthly groceries, the Supplemental kids received Christmas toys and gifts from engage seniors across tion begins with the Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Santa’s Workshop; and 625 volunteers gave Newport County. An very young. The Cen- • Income Tax Assistance during tax season. more than 13,000 hours of service. independent nonprof- ter’s Preschool is an • Flu Shots The comprehensive list of MLK Community it, the MLK relies on affordable, licensed • Yoga, Art, and Fitness programs grants and donations program for children Centers services are: to sustain its programs. ages 3-5. Open week- HUNGER SERVICES Community art classes at the Center are Less than three percent days from 6:45am open to everyone. FOOD PANTRY of the Center’s budget – 5pm, the Preschool comes from govern- provides working par- • Weekly Hours: M, W, F 10am - 2pm ment funding. ents with a safe and • Wednesday evenings 4-6:30pm Programs offered at Kate Whitney Lucey nurturing place for • First Saturday of each month 10am-noon Photography captures the their children during the MLK encompass work of a grateful child • Daily Bread: Monday - Friday 10am-4pm three key areas: hunger the workday where MOBILE FOOD PANTRY services, early child- social and academic hood, and school-age enrichment help build • Park Holm Senior Center on the fourth a child’s positive self-image and prepare Friday of every month and at other rotating education, and community services. Heather emphasized that those who use them for kindergarten. In an atmosphere locations. Hunger services programs promote the MLK’s services are neighbors and com- of praise, the MLK’s Preschool creates a health with meals, a food pantry and an BREAKFAST PROGRAM munity members one sees in everyday inter- climate for the growth of creativity, curi- on-staff registered dietitian. Clients can actions, “Our clients are the people you see osity for learning and the courage to try. • Monday thru Friday from 7:30 - 8:30am find non-perishable food, frozen meat, • Food 2 Friends – This is a monthly food working at a grocery store, who serve you fresh produce, bread, eggs and milk, The Center’s Afterschool and Summer at a local restaurant, who work in retail and Camp programs are open to children in delivery service for home-bound people in household and hygiene products, pet need and otherwise unable to come to the healthcare. Many of our clients are people and baby food in the pantry. kindergarten through fourth grade. Af- who just need a little extra support to live terschool offers a welcoming and safe pantry. Call the Center for more informa- tion. healthier, more productive lives. VEGGIE DAYS “A community is only as strong as • Every Thursday, 10am to 4pm, June 21- the weakest among us and we all Sept 27, ​First come, first serve. have to come together to help each HOLIDAY HELP other. We serve the most vulnerable FOUNDATIONS FOR LEARNING • Thanksgiving and Christmas Food pan- population but our doors are open to tries to help with holiday meals. anyone who needs help. Unexpect- • Santa’s Workshop toy and gift program. ed circumstances happen to anyone. • Registration begins the first Monday in Those people you’d never expect to October. [email protected] need our services leave here saying EDUCATION PROGRAMS ‘wow, thank you so much, I feel so • PreSchool – An affordable licensed educa- respected and valued.’” (401) 849 0055 tional program for children 3-5 years of age. Open from 6:45 am – 5 pm daily, the Light- For more information visit Dr. Martin house Preschool provides working parents Luther King, Jr. Community Center, 20 Dr. Marcus F. Wheatland Blvd. brightideaspreschool.com with a safe and nurturing place to care for their children during the workday. Newport RI 02840 or • After School Academy – A quality after www.MLKCCenter.org. You can also call (401) 846.4828. 14 NEWPORT NEIGHBORS BUSINESS PROFILE RIDING THE WAVE OF SUCCESS BY TANJA LYNCH

customer something they will Neil at work in his shop. love. Functionality is always my Photo credit: John Harrington main objective with the boards but I do enjoy getting creative and trying new things.” Basically, Neil’s craft requires creativity and the ability to see his client’s vision all while main- taining the integrity and techni- A custom board on cal aspects of designing the best display alongside functioning board. photography by Neil continues to be inspired by Patrick Murphy at The his friends and customers from Kings Lens gallery; all walks of life who trust in him photo provided by to build them their dream board. Patrick. Murphy. More importantly, you do not have to be an experienced surfer to own a Tora Surfboard. Neil can create a board for all skill levels, ages, locations and even surfing Inspecting the board up close. Photo credit: John Harrington seasons. “I appreciate every single order that comes through the door and What local child doesn’t grow The physical manufacturing of genuinely want each shape to be up dreaming of surfing their lo- the boards is so specialized that the best board the rider has ever cal beaches? he needs full control over the owned and ridden.” For Neil Toracinta it went one building process to make sure He is also motivated by the step further. He wasn’t only in- the quality is where it should be other craftsmen in his industry terested in surfing but he also and nothing gets overlooked. whose work he respects and became obsessed with how The most important factor that admires because they share the surfboards were made and the goes into making a board, he same knowledge, dedication concept behind them. In high says, is his customers’ wants and and work ethic that goes into Local surfer riding a wave with his school, he began making his own needs. Tora logo proudly showing. Photo each board. credit: Patrick Murphy boards and not long after he re- “Every board I make is custom- alized he found his passion in life ized to the individual surfer’s Newport has a solid community and Tora Surfboards was born. needs. I take the time necessary of talented surfers and with Neil Toracinta in their backyard, I am It’s pretty easy to see where his to chat with the rider and figure certain the surf community will brand name was born as Tora has out exactly what is going to be grow right alongside Tora Surf- always been a family nickname the best board for what they are boards. short for Toracinta going back looking to gain from it,” said Neil. to his father and uncles. “When it “Some people order a custom It’s the perfect time of year to came time to put a name to the board and want to really person- order a board for your special boards, that was a no brainer for alize it with glitter, every color in surfer in your life. me. I like that it’s short, unique the spectrum, shapes, laminates, and has a meaning behind it that and even photos. Visit www.ToraSurfboards.com I’m proud of.” “It’s my job to convert a custom- and be sure to follow them on Neil’s custom boards can be er’s ideas into a design that looks Instagram @Tora_Surfboards. seen all over the beaches here good and will still be functional. There’s always a way to find a Sampling of various size custom Tora boards. on the island and can be recog- Photo credit: Tyler Redes nized by his cool logo. happy medium and still get the

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