NEWPORT, R.I. – With all the snow that’s been falling over Newport this winter, it’s hard to believe that for spring sports, the season is already just around the corner.

The Salve Regina men’s lacrosse team began practicing early last week in the school’s gymnasium, getting a head start on the upcoming season.

So, you were hit by Cupid’s arrow and now you are not sure what to get your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day? Have no fear. Here are a few suggestions that you could easily do for your loved one without breaking the bank this Feb. 14, 2009.

Picnic under the stars: Ok, so it will probably be freezing this Valentine’s Day, but at least it’s a good excuse to cozy up to your loved one.

On Feb. 3, 2009, Salve Regina’s Chapter of The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) presented the film, “Praying with Lior,” a documentary film about a young boy named Lior Liebling who has Down Syndrome and a strong faith.

“Praying with Lior” tells Lior’s story as he prepares for his Bar Mitzvah, the Jewish coming-of-age ceremony.

Ah, the beginning of a new year. A fresh start, a clean slate and a world full of blossoming opportunities stand right outside of your front door. Invigorating, isn’t it? I think so. However, it’s unfortunate that many people taint the endless optimism that should be associated with the New Year by making resolutions meant to correct some sort of personal flaw that they couldn’t tackle last year.

J.K. Rowling takes the fairy tale element of magic and kicks it up a notch in “The Tales of Beedle the Bard.” As translated by Potter fans’ beloved Hermione Granger, the tales were originally written in the fictional language of ancient Runes, which is perhaps equivalent to our translations of tales in ancient Greek.