VOL. 113 - NO. 5 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, JANUARY 30, 2009 $.30 A COPY SAL DIMASI OBAMA’S PROBLEM: The Immature Who Love Him Bids Farewell by Dan Calabrese I’m glad you’re all so happy. who taunted Bush on that surely one of the results of I really am. I like to see Tuesday. These are the working so hard to turn out people happy. But there’s same people who turned the youth vote. You end up happy-and-content-with-life that shoe-throwing idiot in bringing people into the pro- happy and there’s I’m-so- Iraq into a folk hero. These cess who are still at the point trashed-I-can’t-stop-giggling are the same people who where they have spent the happy. The adoring throngs showed their colors during vast majority of their lives all across the nation on the the CNN/Facebook simul- being taken care of, and only President’s Inaugural Day cast of the inauguration — a tiny minority of it — if any seem a bit more of the latter intermittently declaring at all — working for a living to me. their glee and spewing vile and taking responsibility for The peaceful transfer of invective at the departing themselves. power to President Obama is president. It’s understandable that something to celebrate, no OK. Forget about Bush, his Obama’s supporters are doubt. Too many Americans record or even the notion happy today. But what’s re- probably don’t appreciate that a departing president ally behind the happiness? what an achievement it is deserves our thanks for his Do they really have a clear Salvatore DiMasi Robert DeLeo that we do this every four service, even if he was ter- idea what Obama is likely years without bloodshed. But rible. That’s not really the to achieve as president? Salvatore DiMasi resigned decision by Sal and his we also tend to do it without point. The point is that we’re Do they really know all that from the Third Suffolk family and as he moves the sort of juvenile taunting finding out something about much about the nation’s District and as Speaker of towards the future into his we saw on Inaugural Day, Obama’s base, and about the challenges, and their con- the House in the Common- next endeavor, we wish Sal when Obama’s fans jeered attitudes of those who have nection to the policy choices wealth of Massachusetts on DiMasi and his family best the departing George W. not only made him president not only of the past eight Tuesday, January 27, 2009. wishes and thank him for Bush — not once but twice but have also made him so years, but really of the past A native North Ender, Sal his long standing service — with that stupid nah-nah- popular in the early going. generation? has served the people of the to the community. To suc- nah-goodbye song. To cut to the chase, an Or are far too many of third district for many years ceed Speaker DiMasi will Have you ever seen that unusually large number of them simply MTV-watching, before elevating to Speaker be Ways and Means Chair- sort of behavior at an inau- them are immature. bar-hopping party types who of the House. Leaving the man Representative Robert gural before? Neither have They have no respect for identify with the cool, popu- public sector is a personal DeLeo (D-Winthrop). I. It’s never happened. And the office of the presidency. lar new guy and jeered the it makes you think about a They have no respect for unpopular old guy — since lot of things. Recall Election the difficulty of a job that that’s what all their friends Night, when a massive comes with burdens they were doing? That’s certainly crowd assembled outside the couldn’t possibly understand, how a lot of them acted on News Briefs White House moments after let alone handle. They have Inaugural Day. by Sal Giarratani Obama’s victory became as- no respect for the institu- Perhaps there is some- sured. They knew, of course, tions of our nation. They thing positive about this for that Obama wasn’t there. have no respect for much of President Obama. Many of Number 6 Checks Out Their purpose was to take anything. his campaign promises can- out their hostilities on the That doesn’t mean Obama not possibly be kept respon- British actor Patrick McGouhan, who was big man who was. is like this. He shows no back in the Sixties on TV, passed away re- These are the same people signs that he is. But this is (Continued on Page 14) cently. He is remembered for his spy roles in both “Secret Agent.” Remember, that Johnny Rivers sons, “Secret Agent Man?” And also in the follow-up show, The Prisoner.” Mayor’s Column That show was too cerebral and surreal for most TV viewers. It ran for only one season, by Thomas M. Menino, Mayor, City of Boston but has become part of TV history like Star I recently joined Governor Patrick, multi-billion dollar state budget deficit, Trek. You wouldn’t really call it escapism. I still Lieutenant Governor Murray, and may- we have all been anticipating unavoid- don’t know what it could be called and I’m only ors from across the state for the annual able cuts to local aid funding. The gov- glad I didn’t live in that village with him and meeting of the Massachusetts Munici- ernor has championed the importance all those balloons. pal Association (MMA). This year, we’re of our cities and towns, but ongoing John Wallace, a friend of mine from work confronted by the most challenging bud- financial troubles have forced him to loves “The Prisoner” and has every episode. He’s get situation in recent memory. Cities trim local aid statewide by $128 million bringing it in for me to watch again. I can’t and towns face unprecedented financial for the current fiscal year. State aid, our wait for those rolling super-sized balloons. challenges, and factors beyond our con- second largest segment of revenue trol are hurting us all. We’ll all need to behind property taxes, represents 21% Tasmanian Devils Dying Out? work together in this crisis to identify of Boston’s FY09 operating budget, and Back when I was a kid, our shortfalls, devise creative solutions, the governor’s funding cuts translate to the obnoxious Tasma- and overcome the problems at hand. At a $22 million loss for our city. This sig- nian Devil would drive kitchen tables around the City, I know nificant reduction is doubly troublesome Bugs Bunny looney that your families are struggling with as it comes in the middle of the fiscal tunes. He became the same concerns. Let me assure you year. Fortunately, the governor has more daffy than Daffy that we will come together to survive pledged to protect education funding at Duck. this storm because the strength of the state level, but a $22 million reduc- Boston comes from the unparalleled tion in local aid for Boston will impact (Continued on Page 14) determination of its residents. Since Governor Patrick announced a (Continued on Page 15)

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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY ANNOUNCES 50 DAYS OF Daffodils Daffodil Days offers a bou- quet of products. ARES • Donors receive a bou- Ares is next in our long list the prize. They referred the the site of the Aeropagus quet of ten fresh daffodil of primary and secondary matter to a shepherd named (Hill of Ares) was consecrated blossoms. mythological deities. He was Paris, for a decision and of to him. His symbols were • Three mini-daffodil bulbs worshipped by the Greeks as course he awarded the the spear and the flaming in a soil filled pot. their god of violence, brute golden apple to Aphrodite torch, and we note that be- • A bouquet of ten daffodils force, and the slaughter of after she promised to give fore trumpets were intro- and a Boyd’s collectable war. As the offspring of Zeus him the fairest woman in duced, the signal for battle stuffed bear. and the goddess Hera, it is the land for his wife. The was given by hurling a flam- • Gift of Hope: daffodils are supposed that he inherited abduction of Helen (Helen of ing torch at the enemy. For more than 35 years, delivered to a cancer patient his quarrelsome temper Troy) and the ten-year This god was usually rep- the American Cancer Soci- undergoing treatment. from his mother. We are told Trojan War soon followed. resented as young, strong, ety has, through its Daffodil Flower and product orders that he delighted in nothing Ares had always been the handsome and with curly Days program, been making can be placed now through but war and bloodshed, and friend and lover of Aphrodite. hair. At times he was shown a difference in the fight March 2nd by calling the that this is what made him This union produced Eros, bearded while at other against cancer and providing American Cancer Society at so hateful to the other gods. Anteros, Deimos, Phobos and times, clean shaven. One of hope for those facing the 1-800-ACS-2345 or making His favorite haunt was the Harmonia, a brood or mix- his most famous statues is disease. Although Daffodil an online donation at land of those savage, cruel, ture that is hard to define, sometimes identified with Days involves offering daffo- www.cancer.org/daffodils. and rapacious early tribes of as Eros was the god of love, Mars, his Roman counter- dils to donors every spring Delivery coincides with the Thrace. Anteros was the god of part. This sculpture was in appreciation for their con- start of spring, the week of As the ideal of warlike he- requited love, Deimos was in the Ludovisi Museum tributions, it is about more March 16. According to Papa- roes, Ares traveled around the god of fear, Phobos, the (Italy) but in 1901 and 1902 than just giving beautiful dopoulos, this longstanding on foot or in a chariot drawn god of fright, and Harmonia, that collection was added flowers; it is an opportunity program is expected to raise by beautiful horses, and was the goddess of friendly rela- to the already rich Natural to share hope for a world free more than $1.5 million in attended by his sister Eris, tions. How would you like to Museum of Rome located of cancer. Massachusetts to support the the goddess of strife. Eris sit down to dinner with that in the old Baths of Diocle- Now through March 2nd fight against cancer. was the greatest contributor group every night? I would tian. The sculptured piece is the official period for daf- Volunteer opportunities to the discord that started certainly be frightened to shows the young god in a fodil order-taking, awareness abound for anyone — assist the Trojan War. Eris is the carry on any kind of love or seated position, and it is of daffodil products available in taking daffodil orders, sort- one who threw a golden apple harmonious relationship for called “Ares Resting” or this year, launch of the ing and packing the bouquets among the assembled god- fear that it would not be “Mars Resting” depending www.cancer/daffodils inter- for order fulfillment and/or desses. The apple was in- requited. upon whether the viewer is active website, volunteer re- delivering daffodils in your scribed “For the fairest” and Ares was especially wor- Greek or Italian. cruitment and an opportu- community during the week this is what started the shipped in Sparta, where nity to showcase how the of March 16. quarrel between Hera, young dogs were sacrificed to NEXT ISSUE: Mars, the Society is working locally to Dollars raised through Athena and Aphrodite for him, and in Athens, where Roman god of War help cancer patients and Daffodil Days enable the their loved ones. Society to offer free programs “We are excited by the and services that help people MICHAEL F. FLAHERTY hope and spirit that Daffodil fight cancer with courage Days brings to those who and optimism, while it pro- Announces his Candidacy for Mayor of Boston have supported the campaign vides day-to-day help, emo- year after year,” says Tina tional support, and 24-hour On Sunday January 25, rect responsibility for ensur- Papadopoulos, Director of information to help ease the 2009, Michael F. Flaherty ing that our city’s children — Special Events for the Ameri- cancer experience. Addition- announced his candidacy for including my own — can can Cancer Society. “This ally, daffodil contributions Mayor of Boston through an grow up safely and happily in year, we are working to- provide the Society with e-mail featuring a clip of this city. I want to know that ward expanding that reach much-needed dollars to fund Flaherty discussing his may- our schools won’t fail our into each Massachusetts groundbreaking cancer re- oral bid. Flaherty has spent youth and that a healthy, community, alerting them of search, educate people about the last year considering a run diverse job market and the opportunities to get the importance of cancer pre- for Mayor of Boston. choices of quality affordable involved and how even a vention and early detection A STATEMENT BY housing awaits them. I want small donation can make a and advocate for meaning- MICHAEL FLAHERTY our next generation of lead- tremendous difference for ful public health policies “This is going to be a cam- ers to be inspired by our city neighbors and friends faced that benefit the community. paign where you and I roll up as I have been — not left feel- with a cancer diagnosis this our sleeves and work to- ing disappointed, excluded or year,” she added. (Continued on Page 15) gether to get Boston work- distrusting. ing for residents again. Our Over the next few weeks great city is ready for new I have learned a lot dur- and months ahead, I will ask leadership. Leadership that ing my eight years on the you to join me in crafting MASS PIKE protects the interests of all Boston City Council and as proposals to get Boston work- residents and expands oppor- a crime-fighting assistant ing for all of us, not just a tunities is essential for our district attorney for Suffolk select few. I assure you, this WHACKS ‘EM TWICE! city to reach its highest po- County. For me, serving as campaign will be about the by Sal Giarratani tential, even as we face ex- an elected leader is about bottom up — not the top down traordinary challenges with serving the people and secur- — and will engage all resi- Recently, the print and giving them away along crime, public education and ing a promising future dents to find what is keep- broadcast media informed with a monthly fee like the economy. It is leadership for this city. Real leadership ing them up at night and the citizenry of a new inlet the one we pay for our cable I cannot provide alone; I need is about more than hand- where they see the city’s for the sagging revenue clicker. Sadly, according to you to join me. Tell your shakes and ribbon cuttings. greatest potentials. This stream at the Mass Pike. him, those who now own friends and family about our Real leadership is about ac- campaign will be fueled by You know those transpon- their own transponders will intentions, and get involved. countability and taking di- your ideas and will be com- ders many of us bought to also have to pay the same mitted to replacing out-of- use in the tunnels or on the monthly fee. Many ask, touch politics with policies Pike, well now according why, but the Pike gives that meet the specific needs to new head honcho Jim ‘em the deaf ear. Out- INCOME TAX PREPARATION and priorities of you and all Aloisi Jr., the Massachu- rageous, thy name is Mass Boston residents. setts Turnpike Authority is Pike. • Financial Services So now, it’s time to turn • Professional Tax Consultant another page in Boston’s • Personal & Business history and to start a chap- Spotlight on Hub Garage Sale ter that revolutionizes how • Year Round Service we do business in Boston. I by Sal Giarratani am excited about our future A proposed redevelopment of the Government Center M.P. & CO. TAX & FINANCIAL SERVICES and together we can open Garage looks like it will sneak its way into Campaign 2009 the doors of City Hall and in Boston’s mayoral race. GRACE PREVITE MAGOON, EA bring government to all of City Councilor Michael F. Flaherty recently raised several Boston’s neighborhoods. objections to handing over two city-owned buildings to a 617-569-0175 Please join me in this developer making way for a $2.3 billion redo of the garage. grassroots campaign and get Flaherty is opposed to tearing down the District A-1 Police 146 Maverick Street, East Boston, MA 02128 involved to help us build a Station and a social service agency next to the garage. The better community.” police station underwent a $4.8 million renovation in 2006. ESTABLISHED IN 1938 e-mail: [email protected] Log onto www.michael Flaherty has stated, “We need to stop letting developers flaherty.com for more info. decide what is best for the community.” POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Page 3

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For 29 years Barbara practiced Funeral Home in Medford with a Mass I preface this editorial to inform readers 11% of all Bunka, a form of Japanese embroidery, with celebrated at St. Mary’s Church in Winchester. detainees released from GITMO have returned to the Lotus Bunka organization. She received Internment was at Wildwood Cemetery. conduct their terrorist attacks with one of them many award winning ribbons for her Contributions in Barbara’s memory can be sent assuming a leadership role with al Qaeda. GITMO embroidery. The Bunka Guild of Japan certified to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Jimmy prisoners include high-value terrorists including her as an instructor. Fund, 10 Brookline Pl., Brookline, MA 02445. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed the self admitted mas- termind of the 9/11 attacks. Obama’s executive order that GITMO be closed is a major blunder and if expedited will enhance the terror movement. Day of Remembrance of Holocaust — In 2006, courtesy of the five liberals on the Supreme Court rejected tribunals for detainees ITALIAN COMMEMORATION claiming they would violate U.S. law and the Geneva Cari connazionali, cari amici, Dear fellow citizens, dear friends, Convention. On the last day in session the five Come ogni anno, anche nel 2009, il As in the past, this year the Consulate liberals declared unlawful the Bush military tribu- Consolato Generale intende onorare la General wishes to honor the day of remem- nals, an alternative legal system established to pros- Giornata della Memoria dell’Olocausto, brance of the Holocaust established in 2000 ecute enemy prisoners without granting rights istituita con apposita legge nel 2000 dal by the Italian Parliament. under court martials, The commissions were Parlamento Italiano. On January 27th, the anniversary of the consistent with military practices dating to the Revo- Il 27 gennaio, data dell’abbattimento dei demolition of the gates at Auschwitz, in Italy lutionary War. The Bush commissions were mod- cancelli di Auschwitz, in Italia ed all’estero and in the Italian offices abroad, schools, eled on one issued in 1942 by President Roosevelt Uffici, scuole, associazioni, ecc ... sono associations, etc … we remember the that led to the trial and execution of a team of Nazis chiamate a ricordare l’Olocausto attraverso Holocaust through commemorations and who landed in the U.S. commemorazioni e significativi eventi special cultural events. In Boston we I maintain, the courts have no power over the culturali. Ci uniamo pertanto da Boston a join this virtual “chain” of memory and Executive and Legislative branches in time of questa “catena” virtuosa di memoria e solidarity. war. solidarieta’. In 2007, we showed the RAI movie on the President Bush rightfully declared the GITMO Nel 2007, proiettammo il film RAI sulla vita life of Giorgio Perlasca, the Italian who, detainees as “unlawful combatants” who do not di Giorgio Perlasca, l’italiano che — pretending to be a Spanish Consul, saved qualify for protection under the Geneva Convention fingendosi Console spagnolo — salvo’ migliaia the lives of thousands of Jews in Budapest because they do not apply to an insurrection or di ebrei a Budapest negli anni quaranta. during the Forties. uprising, which is exactly what the terrorists are Nel 2008, abbiamo esplorato il complesso In 2008, we explored the complex relation- doing, additionally they have no national status and rapporto fra creazione artistica e cattivita’, ship between artistic creations and cap- are not in uniform, which is an absolute must under illustrando le ricerche del musicologo ital- tivity, illustrating the research of Francesco Geneva. iano Francesco Lotorio sulle partiture musi- Lotorio, an Italian musicologist, on the Considering the dictates of the Court, our soldiers cali composte nei campi di concentramento. musical works composed in the concentra- will have to read the terrorists their Miranda rights, Quest’anno, abbiamo scelto di ricordare tion camps. or as I hope, take no prisoners. Primo Levi ed il suo retaggio morale e This year, we have chosen to honor Obama has given power to men and women who culturale. La Prof.ssa Nancy Harrowitz Primo Levi and his moral and cultural really do not believe terrorism is much of a prob- (Boston University) introdurra’ la proiezione legacy. Professor Nancy Harrowitz (Boston lem. They implicitly share the European view that del film di Francesco Rosi: “La Tregua” (“The University) will introduce the movie by an attack here or there is not worth turning what Truce”) che documenta il ritorno in patria Francesco Rosi “La Tregua” (The Truce) they regard as constitutional guarantees on their di Levi, dopo la liberazione da Auschwitz. which documents Levi’s journey back to heads. The result, we will be vastly more venerable L’appuntamento e’ alla Dante Alighieri per Italy after his liberation from Auschwitz. with a good chance of being hit again. domenica 1 febbraio alle 14:00. La promessa The event is at the Dante Alighieri on e’ che saremo di ritorno a casa in tempo Sunday, February 1st at 2pm. We promise (Continued on Page 12) per il Super Bowl ... to end this event in time for the Super Un saluto molto cordiale, nella speranza Bowl. di incontrarvi numerosi all’evento. Hoping to see you there!

Lawrence’s Chief Assessor JOSEPH GIUFFRIDA RETIRES Joseph Giuffrida retired from the City of Lawrence after 36 years of service as the city’s chief as- sessor. Giuffrida is the son of Italian immigrants who grew up in Lawrence, MA. “For 36 years this has been a challenge for me, I’ve enjoyed every minute of it,” he said. Best wishes to Joseph Giuffrida. Send letter to: Pamela Donnaruma, Editor, The Post-Gazette, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113

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THE MERRIMACK VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Membership Matters THINKING OUT LOUD by Sal Giarratani Can the Church Save Itself? It is so difficult to think Kate Sullivan who goes to that the church scandal that Our Lady of Mount Carmel on rocked the Roman Catholic Sundays tells me, “you’d Church in America was un- never know this was a closed covered seven years ago this church.” month. Who can forget those On Tuesday, January 6, front page headlines in the the NY Times did a front page Boston Globe uncovering the story on the rebellion down sex abuse within the church in Scituate at St. Frances X. for decades? Cabrini Church, also closed I found an old copy of US and in vigil since October News & World Report dated 2004, two weeks after the April 1, 2002 headlined “Can Mount Carmel “takeover” of Seated, Left to Right: Haverhill Mayor James Fiorentini; Lawrence Mayor Michael the Church Save It’s Soul?” Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Sullivan; Andover Town Manager, Buzz Stapczynski; North Andover Town Manager, Seven years later, I’m not The Archdiocese hasn’t Mark Rees; Lowell Mayor Edward Caulfield. Standing, Left to Right: Methuen Mayor, sure we know the answer to tried to evict the Scituate William Manzi III; Eagle Tribune Publisher, Al Getler; Merrimack Valley Chamber of that question. group, but Terrence C. Commerce Chairman Richard Dewhirst; Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce The sex abuse apparent- Donilon, spokesperson for President/CEO Joe Bevilacqua; Amesbury Mayor, Thatcher Kezer. Also participating ly was allowed to fester in the Archdiocese told the NY not pictured Tewksbury Town Manager David Cressman. the shadows of the hier- Times, “They can’t go on for The Merrimack Valley Nearly 300 members at- tendance is an indication of archy. Ignored and often infinity. These have to end at Chamber of Commerce tended this Annual Forum. the relevancy, value and abetted by church leaders some point, but now, I don’t hosted the first 2009 group Merrimack Valley Cham- timeliness of this program. more intent on protecting its know.” meeting of the Merrimack ber of Commerce members The next Government Af- image. Apparently, the Archdio- Valley Mayors and Town recognize the importance of fairs Program will be with Back in 2002, R. Scott cese of New Orleans and Managers with Guest Mod- bringing business and U.S. Congressman John Appleby, a University of Notre Archbishop Alfred Hughes erator, Eagle Tribune Pub- government together in a Tierney and U.S. Congress- Dame historian said, “It’s (trained here in the Boston lisher Al Getler, at the proactive, positive manner woman Niki Tsongas on about the culture of secrecy Archdiocese) seem to have Andover Country Club. and the overwhelming at- February 23, 2009. and the persistence of a two- no problem ending vigils. tiered church with an elite tier The Boston Globe reports on that keeps its own counsel and January 7, 2009 that police makes … decisions without were called in to clear out Growing Number of Elders consulting the laity.” two New Orleans churches Daniel Maguire, a moral occupied by former parishio- Wait for Home Care Services theologian and ex-priest at ners opposed to the decision Up until last October, the home care program tonomy of every individual. Marquette University said in to close them. People were elders in Massachusetts compared to $158 daily for This goal is accomplished by 2002, “Now, you have sick arrested, cited and at one were able to get the help nursing home services. providing case management priests who preyed on children church, the police broke they needed to continue Over the last eight years, and in-home social support and a hierarchy that aided and down a door to get in. living independently in their the home care program has services to low-income per- abetted the molestation of chil- A member of the Arch- homes. Now there are more actually saved the Common- sons elders and younger dis- dren through a deliberate diocese’s Council of Deans, than 300 elders on waiting wealth over $439 million. abled persons. Boston Senior cover-up. The old top-heavy Very Reverend Michael lists to receive services. By July, Boston Senior Home Care continues to ac- hierarchical church is pass- Jacques told Associated This is a result of a $6.7 Home Care needs to reduce cept referrals for its other ing away … the laity is rising Press, “It’s our property. It’s million cut from the Com- the number of clients its programs including its Adult up. our church. It belongs to the monwealth’s Home Care home care program serves Foster Care program, Shared Seven years later, I won- Archdiocese of New Orleans. program. by 125. Meanwhile its wait- Living, in which those who der about Maguire’s predic- Dioceses across the coun- “The cuts are very hard on ing list has swelled to 34 are caring for a loved one tion. It really hasn’t panned try had to pay big time to set- elders who already have elders; all of whom have in their home can be paid out. The top-heavy hierar- tle abuse cases and this many financial challenges. already been deemed eli- (tax-free). Boston Senior chical system — a sort of led to the closing of numer- Further cuts could drive gible for the program. It is Home Care is a contractual ecclesiastical Ponzi pyramid ous churches across the those elders who are barely unclear when these per- partner with the Executive structure is still with us country in New Orleans, sustaining themselves into sons will be admitted as Office of Elder Affairs and today. Just ask the folks still Boston and elsewhere. nursing homes,” states the next round of budget cuts serves the communities holding onto Our Lady of Who does the church be- Linda George, Executive Di- approaches. of East Boston, Charles- Mount Carmel Church in long? Doesn’t it belong to us? rector of Boston Senior Home Boston Senior Home Care town, North End, Beacon East Boston. Isn’t it our church? We pay, Care. “None of them want is a private, non-profit orga- Hill, Chinatown, Downtown, Every time I show up for a we pray and then we got the that.” Ironically, it also costs nization committed to help- South Boston, Dorchester, Sunday service at Mount door kicked in. And they won- the Commonwealth more to ing elders live independently and Mattapan. For informa- Carmel, I am encouraged by der why the pews stay empty. support an elder in a nurs- in their homes and commu- tion about Boston Senior the Catholics there still hop- The Laity is rising up, but ing home as opposed to nities. Serving Boston since Home Care, call Boston ing for a miracle and a re- the hierarchy appears to the home care program. The 1974, the agency is commit- ElderINFO at (617) 292-6211 opened church. But they’re have learned few lessons difference is $8.75 per day ted to a core purpose of up- or log on to www.Boston getting angry for being since 2002. for an elder enrolled in holding the dignity and au- SeniorHomeCare.org. “played” by the Archdiocese. Are we really surprised?

REMINISCING GEITHNER JUST MADE AN with Orazio Z. Buttafuoco Italian American scientists controversy surrounding opened one of the first or- continue to make break- human stem cell research phanages for abandoned “HONEST MISTAKE,” through discoveries in the may soon disappear, thanks HIV-positive children in SURE HE DID fight against dreadful to Robert Lanza who has led Kenya. He died on November diseases. a team of scientists that 20, 2006 of cardiac arrest in by Sal Giarratani Dr. Craig Mello working grew embryonic stem cells Nairobi. He was 80. Called Wait a minute! President a mistake, it was an honest with fellow scientist Andrew from a single cell removed “Faza” by the children, he Barack Obama’s choice for mistake, but it is ludicrous Fire, discovered a way to from a human embryo with- started the orphanage on his Treasury Secretary was a for Obama to say it was an turn off the damaging effects out harming it. Dr. Lanza is own in 1992, and raised tax delinquent, who appar- “honest mistake” his choice of specific genes, opening a Vice President of Research funds so that today good care ently only paid up in time for Treasury Secretary potential new avenue for and scientific development can be given to about 100, for Senate confirmation made. fighting cancer and Aids. for advanced cell technology including newborns. hearings. Geithner was president The process called RNA in- in Worcester, Massachu- William Pep, twice world Barack chose Timothy of the New York Federal terference, might also be setts. His technology could Featherweight Champion, Geithner as his nominee Reserve Bank, undersecre- used to treat Hepatitis and eventually treat Alzheimer, died November 23, 2006 in and called Geithner’s ac- tary of the Treasury for In- heart diseases. Dr. Mello, Parkinson, and Type II dia- Connecticut at age 84. He tions an “honest mistake.” ternational Affairs in the 45, professor of molecular betes diseases, as well as had Alzheimer disease. He For years “I got people” as Clinton Administration. He, medicine at the University others. Presently no federal was born Guglielmo Papaleo that TV ad goes. Now, I do also worked at the Interna- of Massachusetts, received funds can be used for stem in Connecticut, and won 230 them on-line with one of tional Monetary Fund. He the 2006 Nobel Prize for cell research that destroys fights, 65 by KO, and lost only those software programs you made an “honest mistake?” Medicine, for his work. He human embryos. eleven bouts in his 26-year can buy at the mall. If I made Hmmm. shared the $1.4 million prize Angelo D’Agostino is a career. He was probably the with Fire. physician, a psychiatrist WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM The political and moral and a Jesuit priest who (Continued on Page 13) POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Page 5 BCYF Invites Boston Youth to Sign Up TASTE OF for February Vacation Week Activities February school vacation week is fast ap- Roxbury Community College. Events include POSITANO proaching and Boston Centers for Youth & 55, 200, 400, and 800 meters races, the mile, Presented by Cooking Vacations Italy Families’ (BCYF) is urging young people to 4 x 200 relay, 800 meter race walk, Shot sign up today for one of the many programs Put, and Long Jump. To get a copy of the reg- www.cooking-vacations.com and activities being offered in February. istration form or for more information please Boston’s Culinary Tour Company, “BCYF is working hard to make sure that contact Barbara Hamilton at 617- 635-4920 owned by Lauren Birmingham voted the February school vacation week is full of x2136. New York Times Hot Pick, National fun, safe and engaging activities for Boston FROG POND ICE SKATING PARTY — 100 Geographic’s Best Cultural Vacation youth,” said Daphne Griffin, Executive Di- youth are invited to skate for free on Tues- & Esquire Magazine’s Big Black rector of BCYF. “Our staff have created some day, February 17th and Thursday, February Book 2008 new opportunities while still offering pro- 19th from 10 a.m. to 12 noon only. Join us for Todd English’s Olives Sunday, grams that youth look forward to every year.” a morning of frost and frills at the skating February 22, 2009, 6:30 recep- Below are some of the activities offered by rink on Boston Common. Seasoned skaters tion and 7:30 dinner. Antipasto, BCYF. and new comers alike will have a great time. pasta, fish, meat and dessert. Tax SOFTBALL INDOOR SKILL SESSION — Everything is free but pre-registration is and gratuity not included. World During February school vacation week, girls required and there is a limited number of Renowned Executive Chef Todd ages 9-18 will get a chance to work on the slots available. For more information, please English Olives’ Executive Chef fundamentals of hitting, running and throw- contact Barbara Hamilton at 617-635-4920 Joe Brenner & Pastry Chef Al ing taught by expert clinicians and college x2136. Stephens welcome Executive Chef coaches. Sponsored by the Boston Red Sox PEACE-A-PALOOZA — Young people ages Vincenzo Sorrentino, Ristorante Mediterraneo, Positano and Bridgewater State College, the sessions 7-12 will learn about peaceful conflict and Chefs Lizia & Luca Perrone, Taverna degli Apostoli, will be offered at the Tobin Community Cen- resolution while participating in a variety of Amalfi. ter in Mission Hill on Tuesday, February 17th activities, performing community service, Olives 10 City Square, Charlestown, MA. For Reserva- through Thursday, February 19th from 4:00 attending workshops and learning from guest tions, call 617-242-9715 x104. www.toddenglish.com to 7:30 p.m. and at the Murphy Community speakers. This program runs each day of Arrivederci Boston! Provence & Positano team up to Center in Dorchester on Wednesday, Febru- vacation week, except Monday, from 9 a.m. present a Four-Course French & Italian Tasting Dinner ary 18th through Friday, February 20th from to 3 p.m. at the Tobin Community Center in Miel “Brasserie Provençale” in the Hotel Intercontinental 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon. For more information Mission Hill. The program is free and snacks Boston Tuesday, February 24, 2009, prepared by Executive or to sign-up, please call Larelle Bryson at and light refreshments are included. Con- Chef Didier Montarou & Josean Rosato, Restaurant Chef BCYF at 617-635-4920 x2218. Please bring tact Michal Shapiro at 617-635-4920 x2246 and Italy’s Executive Chef Vincenzo Sorrentino, Ristorante your own glove if you have one available. for more information. Volunteers are needed Mediterraneo, and Chefs Lizia & Assistant Chef Luca INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD CLINIC — to help out this week. Call Michal for more Perrone, Taverna degli Apostoli, Amalfi Italian & French Northeastern University “Huskies” Track information. Mediterranean Gala Dinner. Beverage, tax and gratuity not Team will host a clinic on Wednesday, But wait, there’s more! — BCYF’s commu- included. February 18th from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for young nity centers located throughout Boston offer WIN A COOKING VACATION TO SUNNY POSITANO! people ages 6-14. Highlighting skill tech- a variety of vacation week activities and Over the course of the event, one lucky person and their niques of high jumping, hurdling, turbo programs. Highlights include a Roller travel guest will win a 5 day/4 night hands-on culinary trip javelin tossing and more, boys and girls will Hockey Tournament at the Kent Community to Italy. Winners will have the chance to join Chefs have an afternoon at the Cabot Physical Center in Charlestown; a Teen Day at the Vincenzo, Lizia and Luca in their kitchen in Positano. Tick- Education Center. Space is limited and indi- Harborside Community Center in East Bos- ets available at both the Olives and the Miel “Brasserie viduals/groups need to pre-register. Contact ton; field trips hosted by various centers; and Provençale” dinner events. Winner need not be present. Barbara Hamilton at 617-635-4920 x2136. “City Year for Kids” full day vacation week Airfare not included. YOUTH TRACK MEET — Youth are invited program at the Condon Community Center Miel “Brasserie Provençale” in The Hotel Intercontinen- to participate in a track meet on Thursday, in South Boston. 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BCX1I-1P-020209V1-A1MA Page 6 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Are YOU Eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit? Statewide Coalition Launches EITC Campaign; ALL THAT ZAZZ Reaches Out to Working Families in Harsh Economic Times by Mary N. DiZazzo EITC Puts Money in the Pockets of Working Families and Individuals; Eligible Families May Receive Up to $5,548 in Tax Credits “A Massage Story” A statewide coalition that Massachusetts failed to ap- stamps and MassHealth and Ciao bella, blood and release toxins includes the Common- ply for the Earned Income receive free credit counsel- Last Thanksgiving ‘08 my from the muscles. wealth of Massachusetts, Tax Credit, leaving an esti- ing and financial literacy husband and I thought we DEEP-TISSUE MASSAGE City of Boston, Internal Rev- mated $75 million in un- information. should treat ourselves to a — is a more intense version enue Service (IRS), Federal claimed money in Washing- To find a FREE tax prepa- holiday. of Swedish massage loosen- Reserve Bank of Boston, and ton, D.C. when it could have ration site near you, dial Ahhhh — our destination ing muscle tissues, releas- a host of community part- been helping families who 2-1-1, United Way’s health The Kennebunkport Inn, Dock ing toxins from muscles ners are launching a cam- need it and circulating in and human service informa- Square in the lovely state of and body, while improving paign across Massachusetts the Massachusetts economy tion and referral hotline. For Maine (Bush country). This the circulation of blood and to spread word regarding the at a critical time. This year more information on free tax 3-night package not only oxygen. “Deep Tissue” can Earned Income Tax Credit Massachusetts leaders and preparation, check out: included a Lobster Thanks- be both corrective and and provide FREE tax filing activists want to make sure www.mass.gov/anf/ giving Dinner but a mas- therapeutic. assistance to help people all eligible persons apply for masseitc. Other resources sage! The massage was SHIATSU MASSAGE — access those credits. EITC is EITC when they file their include: www.MassSaves.org, offered at the inn so there Oriental therapy that is over the federal and state income 2008 tax returns. and www.masscap.org. For was no schlepping anywhere 5000 years old. It works with tax credit available to low FREE tax preparation pro- Boston sites you can also go but home sweet inn! Our the energy meridians and and moderate-income work- vided by trained EITC profes- to www.bostontaxhelp.org or masseuse Lindsey offered a acupressure points of the ing families and individuals sional tax volunteers is call 617-918-5259. ABCD can variety of massages and was body in order to unblock — it can put up to $5,548 in available throughout Massa- help you at www.boston employed nearby at the and balance the body’s en- your pocket this tax season! chusetts for people of low and abcd.org or 617-348-6586. Cottage Breeze Day Spa and ergy. Where traditional If you are a working fam- moderate income. You can The statewide EITC Cam- Boutique. Lindsey performed massage employs kneading ily — single or married — even get an advance on your paign community/civic her services at the Inn with and friction — in Shiatsu with two or more children, EITC by filing a W-5 form. partners include: Common- an all inclusive deal. Well, pressure and stretching is and your family earned less Avoid refund anticipation wealth of Massachusetts, what an absolutely pleasant used. than $41,646 in 2008, you loans (RALs) that offer im- City of Boston, Internal experience. Her expertise AROMATHERAPY — in- may be eligible for up to mediate refund cash at high Revenue Service, Federal just melted all the stress, corporating Swedish mas- $5,548 in federal and state interest rates. Beware of Reserve Bank of Boston, worries and tension away. sage with essential oils to credits. A family with one high, unnecessary fees and Massachusetts Association In fact on the front of the sooth the mind and body. child that earned less than misleading offers. Use the for Community Action, Cottage Breeze Day Spa STONE THERAPY — in- $36,995 is eligible for up to FREE EITC tax preparation Mass-Saves/The MIDAS pamphlet are these words corporates massage with hot $3,355. A single person or sites, get your refund in Collaborative; Action for “When you get right down and cold stones to relieve married couple without chil- seven to ten days and keep Boston Community Develop- to it, what we all need is a stiffness and soreness. dren who earned less than your money! You earned it! ment, Quincy Community place to go — A place where Treat yourself today $15,880 is eligible for $504. At many of the EITC tax Action Program, People we can escape the noise of and feel and look like a Don’t miss out! In the 2007 preparation sites you can Acting in Community En- our lives and just relax” — million!!!!! tax year, more than 50,000 also apply for other services deavors, United Way and Takayuki Ikkaku. Buona giornata and God eligible working families in such as fuel assistance, food Mass2-1-1. Well said — so here are bless the United States of some types of massage in America! this New Age and their tech- — Mary N. DiZazzo- niques to bring back and Trumbull Festa della Donna retain health and our beau- La Societa’ San Domenico, Protettore 76 Fairfield St., Revere, MA 02151. entro il tiful selves. Read prior weeks’ “All That di Augusta ha il piacere di invitarVi all’ 20 di Febbraio specificando la scelta del SWEDISH MASSAGE — Zazz” columns at www.mary “International Women’s Day”, per secondo. All income will be donated to char- developed in the 1700s by a 4nails.com. Mary is a third- celebrare la giornata dedicata alla donna, ity. Swedish Doctor, is a more generation cosmetologist and commemorando tutte coloro che hanno common service. It incorpo- a Massachusetts distributor of sofferto e si sono battute per ottenere i The Saint Domenic Society of Augusta rates long, fluid strokes of Kosmea brand rose hip oil risultati di oggi. Il menu consiste: antipasto, cordially invites you to participate in the varying depth and pressure. products. She may be con- pasta, choice of surf & turf, chicken marsala “Festa della Donna” — International The main purpose is to in- tacted at (978) 470-8183 or or baked haddock contorni, soft drink, caffe’ Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at crease oxygen flow in the [email protected] & dolce. Musica by Enzo Amara Se 1:00 PM held at Bocelli’s Restaurant at 374 interessati, siete pregati di chiamare al piu’ Main Street, Medford, MA. There will be presto una delle seguenti persone: Maria plenty of food and entertainment by Enzo Local Businesses Step Up Mellace at 781-289-6323, Maria Teresa Amara. For tickets and more information Costa at 781-662-2752, Carmela Noe at 781- you may call Maria Mellace at 781-289-6323, in Street Cleaning Effort! 284-3353, Silvana Lanzerota at 603-437- Maria Teresa Costa at 781-662-2752, 0055, Franca Daniele at 781-485-1042. Carmela Noe at 781-284-3353, Silvana East Boston Main Streets and Chamber L’assegno deve essere intestato alla Societa’ Lanzerota at 603-437-0055 or Franca Thank Local Businesses for San Domenico e spedito a Maria Mellace al Daniele at 781-485-1042. Helping to Make Streets Cleaner Eighteen businesses have The Great Blizzard BOOK SALE of ‘09 stepped up to keep the area The Citywide Friends of 700 Boylston Street Boston. BOOKS MAKE GREAT in front of their businesses the Boston Public Library is Special section of new, pre- GIFTS. Can you afford to free of litter. Results have holding their winter book mium, oversized and auto- miss this sale? All proceeds been very positive, and the sale on Saturday, February graphed copies at higher benefit the off-budget and businesses have responded 7, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to prices, but still good deals. programming needs of the by maintaining cleanliness 4:00 p.m., in the Mezzanine Vinyl recordings, DVDs, VHS Boston Public Library and its and paying for trash removal Conference Room of the tapes, books and music cas- branches. daily, keeping otherwise cer- Copley Square Library, settes are also available. tain litter off of the streets. Participating businesses in- ATTENTION clude: Eddie C’s, BYN Graph- ATTORNEYS ics, East Boston Chiropractic, FOUND Rosticeria Cancun, Meridian The POST-GAZETTE 155, Pericola’s, Karen Food Market, Family Dollar, East newspaper is a paper Wedding Ring Coast Variety, Mobil Gas of general circulation. Station, Jocelyn Grocery, Fulton Street (North End) Boston We are qualified to Angela’s Café, La Bendicion Please call 1-508-695-8706 accept legal notices Market, Sava’s Market, Elvis from any court in each & Ely’s Barber Shop, El Buen town that we serve. El Poder Musical, employee Gusto and El Sol Market. sweeps and washes the The Chamber and Main LAW OFFICES OF sidewalk daily. LEGAL NOTICES Streets are asking all busi- LEGAL NOTICES Working with the East Bos- nesses to maintain clean FRANK J. CIANO ton Neighborhood Response storefronts, and are also For information on placing GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW Team chaired by Councilor working with the City to a Legal Notice in the Sal Lamattina, Main Streets place newer and larger re- DIVORCE • WILLS • ESTATE PLANNING • TRUSTS POST-GAZETTE, and the Chamber of Com- ceptacles in the commercial CRIMINAL • PERSONAL INJURY • WORKERS COMP. please call (617) 227-8929; merce have asked local districts. For more informa- 617-354-9400 or mail notice to: businesses to sponsor pri- tion, please contact East POST-GAZETTE vately the maintenance of Boston Main Streets at 617- Si Parla Italiano P.O. BOX 135, BOSTON, MA 02113 barrels to supplement the 561-1044 or the East Boston 230 MSGR. O’BRIEN HIGHWAY • CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS 02141 Attn: Legal Notices barrels placed by the City to Chamber of Commerce at combat street trash. 617-569-5000. POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Page 7 Louise Carcione Attends Inaugural Ball Freeway Says ...

Due to his increasing popularity and several suggestions from readers (and after much negotiating on our part with his huge salary demands), our friend Freeway has consented to try to answer readers’ questions concerning him or any of our little four-legged friends. You can email your questions to [email protected] to the attention of Freeway. Don’t forget folks, Freeway is not a vet, so please keep the questions light-hearted! Thanks. I am only a pooch and I Election Day (and of course I feel bad about all that is don’t usually write about po- it was raining, as usual on happening, I am very sad, litical events, so my hu- Election Day). I was so proud but things happen, you made man companion will have to to be a North End resident, a decision you feel comfort- help me out a bit. Today to be helping this young man able with, what you thought (Tuesday, January 27th) is a make something of himself. was right for you and your sad day for a lot of people, God only knew how far he family. It’s okay, we never especially those in the North would go, to become Speaker turn back we always go for- End that heard the news that of the House, what an honor. ward towards the future. Speaker of the House Sal I have to say this Sal — no I wish you luck Sal and as DiMasi is stepping down from matter what the papers say far as I am concerned you his position that he has held I was always proud to know will always be the guy that I for quite a while. I have you, to associate you with so voted for and I would vote Louise Carcione, co-host of Codman Square Update on known Sal all my life. I many powerful people. You again and again for. We love BNN-TV enjoys herself at the Inaugural Ball in honor of helped him when he first have done a great deal for you Sal DiMasi, may the fu- President Obama, held at the Ritz-Carlton, Boston. decided to become political. the North End people, you ture bring you happiness (Photo by Sal G.) I remember standing on the never forgot where you grew and success in whatever you corner of Charter Street, up and you were always decided to do with your life. right near the Fire Station, proud to say I am from the That’s all for now ... Life is Upcoming Events at on a cold Tuesday morning North End. good!!! 80 BORDER STREET Hornitz at 80 Border CEC 8 p.m. January 31, 2009 NEMPAC SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT CONCERT The North End Music and Performing faculty. A wine and cheese reception will 80 Border Street, Boston, MA 617-418-5060 The Hornitz, a Arts Center will have a benefit concert for follow. We hope that all of our friends and brass duo, was founded in May 2006 as a supplemental horn scholarships in their music programs on neighbors in the North End, Waterfront and section for hire. In the last year, the duo has quickly risen Saturday, February 7, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., in surrounding neighborhoods will attend. A in the ranks, performing at events alongside Hip Hop mas- the Old North Church. An evening of clas- suggested donation is recommended, but not termind Redman, and ultimately opening for George Clinton sical chamber music, opera and solo instru- required. For more information, e-mail and Parliament Funkadelic. The Hornitz was asked to sit- mental music performed by NEMPAC’s [email protected]. in as the horn section for George Clinton, and has since joined the Godfather of Funk on a number of occasions. Birdsong at Morning at 80 Border Street Cultural 1ST ANNUAL EAST BOSTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Exchange Center 7 p.m. February 7, 2009 80 Border Street, Boston, MA 617-418-5060 Birdsong At Morning (the name comes from a poem by Robert Louis Stevenson, by way of Alex Comfort) is an acoustic music ensemble featuring the Spring Fling warm, intimate vocals and finely honed songwriting of Alan On Saturday, March 14, 2009 at the 7:15 PM and guests will feast on classic Williams. Alan helped to craft the powerful sound of his Hilton Boston Logan Airport in East Caesar salad, penne pasta marinara, former band, Knots and Crosses in the early 1990s before Boston, the East Boston Chamber of garlic roasted chicken breast with embarking on a career as a recording engineer/producer, Commerce will hold its Spring Fling. herb chicken jus, the chef’s choice of and later as an academic, earning his PhD in Come and enjoy the styling sounds of vegetables — herb roasted red bliss ethnomusicology. In the process, he has been musically 1960’s and 70’s rock and soul as per- potatoes and chocolate soufflé for reborn as a vocalist, guitarist and songwriter reflecting the formed by local legends, Smokin’ Joe dessert. influence of musicians such as Nick Drake, Jeff Buckley, and the Henchmen. There will be no Guests will receive complimentary David Sylvian and Elliott Smith. speeches, no presentations just food, parking for the duration of this event. drinks fun and dancing! During cock- Call for your tickets at: 617-569-5000, tail hour which starts at 6:00 PM, enjoy ext. 221 (East Boston Chamber of Com- drinks and a full Mediterranean anti- merce) or 617-561-0740 (Joe Zirpolo, pasto bar. The dinner service starts at D&Z Auto Repair). Space is limited! PUPPY BOWL V Petfinder.com Adoptable Puppies and Kittens Will be Featured in Rough-and-tumble Fun in Super Bowl Spoof “Pepper the Parrot” will kick-off the Puppy INSTALLATION POSTPONED Bowl with a unique rendition of the na- tional anthem. Then twenty puppies listed The Chamber’s Annual Installation Ceremony for its Board on Petfinder.com will fumble and tumble of Directors, originally scheduled for Wednesday, on their own gridiron. Halftime will feature January 28, has been postponed until further notice on the cat capers of the Kitty Entertainers. account of forecasted snowfall amounts. The proposed new The focus of Puppy Bowl is pet adop- date is Wednesday, February 11, 2009, still to take place at tion, and viewers can log on to Petfinder.com, the Courtyard Marriott Boston Logan (the former Holiday Inn), the first and largest online, searchable 225 McClellan Highway, East Boston. database of adoptable pets, to learn more Details will be confirmed soon. about adopting or fostering a pet in their If you have any questions, please call 617-569-5000 ext. community. 221 or email [email protected]. The Web site lists about 200,000 pets on If watching the Super Bowl isn’t your any given day at over 12,500 animal place- thing, there’s an alternative: Animal ment organizations in the U.S., Canada and Planet’s 5th Annual Puppy Bowl. The unique Mexico. It has facilitated over 13 million show will air at 3 p.m. EST, Sunday, Febru- adoptions since it launched. ary 1, on Animal Planet. 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Established 1995 Woburn, MA 01801 A Since 1948 Page 8 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 WGBH Television Program Highlights BOTTICELLI “FORGOTTEN ELLIS cluding leading American the funeral train made its ISLAND” entertainers Jon Stewart, way across nine states and A Master of the Renaissance Monday, February 2 at 10- Bill Maher, Garry Shandling, through hundreds of cities by James DiPrima 11pm on WGBH 2 Lily Tomlin, Denis Leary, and towns, the largest man- The little known stories of Joan Rivers, Lewis Black, hunt in history was closing the patients and staff of the Richard Belzer and Margaret in on Lincoln’s assassin, the Ellis Island Hospital come to Cho. The program, which famous actor, John Wilkes life in filmmaker Lorie recognizes the life and Booth. This 90-minute film Conway’s “Forgotten Ellis achievements of the beloved recounts a great American Island.” A century ago, in comedian, includes an as- drama: two tumultuous the shadow of the Statue of sortment of classic film clips months when the joy of Liberty, one of the world’s from Carlin’s career. peace was shattered by the greatest public hospitals was heartache of Lincoln’s built. Massive and modern, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: death. At the heart of the the hospital’s 22 state-of-the- “THE ASSASSINATION OF story are two figures who art buildings were crammed ABRAHAM LINCOLN” define the extremes of char- onto two small islands. The Monday, February 9 at acter: Lincoln, who had the Ellis Island Hospital was at 9-10:30pm on WGBH 2 strength to transform suffer- once welcoming and fore- American Experience’s The ing into infinite compassion, boding, a fateful crossroad for Assassination of Abraham and Booth, who allowed ha- hundreds of thousands of Lincoln recounts the death of tred to curdle into destruc- The Birth of Venus hopeful immigrants. America’s first assassinated tion on the ultimate scale. president. On March 4, 1865, Born Alessandro di titled, Madonna of the “GEORGE CARLIN: at the United States Capitol, “LOOKING FOR LINCOLN” Mariano di Filipepi on Magnificat (c1485) which THE MARK TWAIN PRIZE” a crowd of 50,000 listened as Wednesday, February 11 at March 1, 1445 in Florence, can be seen in the Uffizi, Wednesday, February 4 President Lincoln delivered 9 – 11pm on WGBH 2 Italy he was called “The Florence. He certainly had at 9-10:30pm on WGBH 2 his classic second inaugural “Looking for Lincoln” dis- Little Barrel” or as he was his own concept of feminine The Kennedy Center Mark address, urging charity and sects the myths that have known, Sandro Botticelli, a beauty and used it in his Twain Prize celebrates the forgiveness to a nation in grown up around Abraham painter of the Florentine depiction of Madonna’s and life and humor of the late the final throes of war. Just Lincoln. The film address school that was prevalent in Venuses. As we look at his comedian George Carlin, two months later, a train, many outstanding questions the early Renaissance. Not paintings we would have to who passed away on June 22, nine cars long and draped in that surround him — ques- much is known of his early believe he was an admirer 2008. The announcement of black bunting, pulled slowly tions about race, equality, years but he did apprentice of women because he Carlin’s receiving the Mark out of a station in Washing- religion, depression and when he was about 14 years painted them with such Twain Prize was made a ton, D.C. Dignitaries and sexuality — by carefully in- old and was instructed in the style and femininity. Al- week before the comedian’s government officials crowded terpreting the evidence pro- goldsmith trade by his though Botticelli never mar- passing. Taped at The John the first eight cars and in vided by people who actually brother Antonio. It is be- ried he did have a secret love F. Kennedy Center for the the ninth, rode the body of knew him. Dr. Henry Louis lieved he received his artis- for Simonetta Cattaneo Performing Arts on Novem- Abraham Lincoln. Some Gates, Jr. leads the investi- tic training in the studio of Vespucci, mistress to Giul- ber 10, the 90-minute spe- seven million people would gation, with help from Lin- Filippo Lippi (1406-1469). iano di Piero de’ Medici, who cial features tributes and line the tracks or file past coln scholar Doris Kearns Many of his painting were died in the Pazzi conspiracy comic testimonials from a the casket to bid an emo- Goodwin. undated and as a result in 1478. She is believed to star-studded cast of Carlin’s tional farewell to the Log on to www.wgbh.org for they were attributed to the be the model for several friends and colleagues in- martyred president. But as full schedule older master. Scholars have of his paintings including dated his painting, Adora- Venus and Primavera. tion of the Magi (Uffizi It is hard to believe that he Gallery, Florence, Italy), to did not date or sign his Film Study Text for Caterina Va In Città c1475. This became critical paintings. The only one that Now Available from Edizioni Farinelli Edizioni Farinelli has pub- essence of the Italian cul- classic and contemporary lished a new Italian Film tural and political divisions Italian films. This series Study text for Caterina va in “Spunti culturali” in- helps university and high in città. The film released serted throughout the text: school teachers keep their in 2003, directed by Paolo “Politica in classe,” “La curriculum fresh and Virzì and starring Sergio sinistra in Italia,” “Scioperi, interesting. In addition to Castellitto, portrays a fam- manisfestazioni e girotondi,” this new film study texts, ily’s relocation from a small and more. The 64-page text Edizioni Farinelli also offers town to Rome. The focus is is geared toward upper in- texts and DVDs for La meglio on daughter Caterina termediate and advanced- gioventù, Io non ho paura, who finds herself in a new level students. It covers Pane e tulipani, Cinema private school which reflects seven sequences of the film Paradiso, L’ultimo bacio and a microcosm of Italian soci- as well as units on the plot, Ciao, Professore! ety and its cultural and po- the director and a special What Educators Say litical divisions. concluding unit containing “This is an excellent study EF Film Study Program: essay topics and additional guide that presents a thor- Caterina va in città was vocabulary builders. There ough analysis of this movie. written by Nicoletta Villa- are also class discussion It is perfect for AP and Primavera (1478) Sella who teaches at the exercises throughout the higher levels, as all the Linsly School in West Vir- text. wonderful exercises are for it provided evidence of bears his signature is ginia and also serves as an The EF Film Study series geared towards moving to Botticelli securing the the Mystic Nativity (1500, adjunct professor at local is a new systematic ap- that next level of proficiency. pa-tronage of the Medici London, National Gallery) an area colleges. Ms. Villa-Sella proach to learning Italian In addition, this text is an whose portraits appear in inscription, partly erased has adroitly captured the through focused viewing of indispensable resource for the picture. This estab- forecasts the end of the then independent use.” lished Botticelli reputation troubled world and the begin- To order your copy, visit so convincingly that in 1481- ning of a new order. His www.edizionifarinelli.com, or 1482 he along with the works of this period seem in- email edizioni@mindspring. celebrated painters of that fused with this almost spiri- com or call 212-751-2427. timePerugino, Ghirlandaio tual meaning, which many and Rosselli received a com- learnered scholars of the LUCIA LOW RENT! mission to paint frescoes in time attribute this to his as- R I S T O R A N T E & B A R WATERFRONT the Sistine Chapel. His most sociation with a Dominican STREET FLOOR famous paintings, probably priest, Girolamo Savonarola, painted for Lorenzo Medici, best known for burning Traditional BUSINESS OFFICES 236 Commercial Street are Primavera (c1478) and thousand of objects (Bonfire Italian Cuisine Birth of Venus (c1483) can of the Vanities) that might Call Dan (781) 792-0779 be seen in the Uffizi. It has tempt someone to sin. But Donato Frattaroli been said that these paint- this cannot be proven. PRAYER TO ST. JUDE ings “embody the moral Little work was done in the 415 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113 May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be and metaphysical neo- last ten years of his life and adored, glorified, loved and pre- platonic ideas that were his earlier success and served throughout the world now 617.367.2353 and forever. Sacred Heart of then fashionable in the achievements did not bring Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, Medici circles”. That may Botticelli any followers. The — Open for Lunch and Dinner Daily — worker of miracles, pray for us. be a little too much to com- only pupil he had was the St. Jude, help of the hopeless, prehend but suffice it to son of his master Filippino pray for us. say that Botticelli style Lippi. Private dining rooms for any occasion Saythisprayer9 timesadayand by the 8th day your prayers will be seems that he paid close Alessandro di Mariano di [email protected] answered. It has never been attention to detail which Filipepi, Sandro Botticelli known to fail. Publication must be can be seen in scenes “The Little Barrel” Died on www.luciaboston.com promised. My prayers have been painted on panels depicting May 17, 1510. His paintings answered. L.M.D.H. Madonna and Child in one will live forever. POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Page 9 The Socially Set by Hilda M. Morrill

Left to right, public television culinary experts Chris Kimball, José Andrés, Lidia Bastianich, Ming Tsai, Ruth Reichl, and Rick Bayless recently visited WGBH studios in Boston to tape the upcoming hour-long pledge special, “A Moveable Feast: With America’s Favorite Chefs,” which will air in March. (Photo by Andy Ryan) Back in December, we With America’s Favorite “A Moveable Feast” is an were told that six of the Chefs.” Sounds like the hour-long pledge special pre- “culinary kings and queens perfect social event to us! miering on WGBH Boston of public TV” were in town Talk about mouthwatering and other public television to tape “A Moveable Feast: menus! stations in March that will salute cooking traditions across the globe, represent- ing the diversity of food and culture that make America the world’s great melting pot. According to the prelimi- Kudos to noted Boston fashion designer Michael De Paulo nary reports we’ve read, the of Michael De Paulo Couture who was responsible for special will have the spirit of the gorgeous gown worn by the Bahrain Ambassador, a progressive dinner, with Houda Ezra Nonoo, to the Eastern Inaugural Ball in each chef cooking a single Washington, D.C. The black beaded lace gown with ivory course creating a complete lining and a dramatic black satin train is modeled here “moveable feast” that starts by Rebecca Elliott. (Photo by Tracy Aiguier) with appetizers and ends with dessert. basis for his Golden Gin- including Shrimp Curry in The featured public tele- ger Thaihito and Ginger Lettuce Leaves. Taking a vision culinary experts in- Margarita. quick drive over the bridge clude: José Andrés, “Made In Ruth Reichl picks up the from Manhattan to Queens, Spain”; Lidia Bastianich, tongs and presents some “Lidia’s Italy”; Rick Bayless, quick and tasty appetizers, (Continued on Page 13) “Mexico, One Plate at a Time”; Chris Kimball, “America’s Test Kitchen”; Ruth Reichl, “Gourmet’s Diary of a Foodie”; and Ming Tsai, “Simply Ming.” “We’re thrilled to bring these chefs together for the first time to share their version of a pot-luck dinner Stacy Keach, seated, in the role of President Richard with public television view- Nixon with Ted Koch, standing, as Jack Brennan in the ers,” says executive producer National Tour of the 2007 Tony Award-nominated play Laurie Donnelly. “With “Frost/Nixon,” presently running through February 8 dishes that range in diffi- at The Colonial Theatre in Boston. For tickets, please culty from kitchen novice to call Ticketmaster at 1-800-982-2787 or visit culinary expert, there’s BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com/Boston. something for everyone. We (Photo by Carol Rosegg) hope our ‘Moveable Feast’ inspires viewers to roll up their sleeves and share some of their own favorites with Mattéo Gallo family and friends.” “A Moveable Feast” first heads to Blue Ginger in o Appraisals Needham. Master of East- Sales & Rentals West cuisine, Ming Tsai prepares Ginger Syrup, the • DIAMONDS Real Estate ROLEX ESTATE JEWELRY 376 North Street • Boston, MA 02113 Bought & Sold (617) 523-2100 • Fax (617) 523-3530 Jewelers Exch. Bldg. Jim (617) 263-7766 Page 10 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Bob D ’s B eat by Bob DeCristoforo “Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America” ... from the Inauguration Address of President Barack Obama, January 20, 2009 THE VERONICAS — HOOK Evans with a new version of ME UP (CD) Sire B.I.G.’s milestone “One More MR. SPEAKER, SAL DIMASI BOSTON LATIN The Eagles are back! They Lots of talent comes state- Chance/The Legacy (Re- Like everyone else Sal CHEERLEADERS buried the Maine Black side from ‘down under’ — but mix).” Biggy’s legacy contin- may have had some flaws, The Boston Latin Cheer- Bears twice at the Heights none have rocked with the ues with “Notorious Thugs” but unlike so many others leaders had a very success- 6-3, and 4-1 snapping their fire of Australia’s twin duo, featuring Bone Thugs N Har- Sal stepped up to serve the ful fundraiser at Spinelli’s six game winless slump. Lisa and Jessica Origliasso, mony, his first officially re- people of his neighborhood in East Boston Friday night ULowell tipped Merrimack known as The Veronicas. The leased track “Party and with the goal of making their to help raise money for their twice at home, and away, spark was ignited with the Bullsh**,” plus “Warning,” the lives better. This he did. upcoming February vacation both by 3-2 scores. Vermont searing sound of “Untouched” remix “One More Chance/ THANK YOU, week trip to the Nationals took three of four points de- their first single, packaged Stay With Me,” “Kick in the FATHER FINBARR Cheerleader Competition to feating UMass 2-1 and tying with another dozen songs on Door,” “What’s Beef,” joined by Father Finbarr’s three- be held in Florida. Thanks to them up 1-1 in overtime. Hook Me Up. The duo inspires Too Short and Puff Daddy on year tenure as Director of all who donated, and/or Tufts and team leading an overwhelming desire to “The World Is Filled.” Danny the Missionary Society of attended the event. Go scorer Tommy DeRosa are dance with their edgy vocals Elfman composed “The Noto- St. James at St. Stephen’s Latin! back. The Jumbo’s battled and hard driving electro-beat. rious Theme,” trailed by three has come to an end, and HIGH PREP NOTEBOOK Colby to a 3-3 tie, and then Pick your favorites from the B.I.G. demos “Microphone Father Finbarr will be headed Fitchburg hoopsters dissed came from behind to defeat title cut, followed by the pul- Murderer,” “Guaranteed back to South America to all over Charlestown 83-61. Bowdoin 5-3. Tommy D., had sating “This Is How It Feels,” Raw,” and “Love No Ho” the begin a new assignment. Latin Academy topped Eastie two goals in the third period the tender “This Love,” the original version demo. His last official weekend at 49-43, and Brighton stunned in the win. 10 goals, 8 as- passionate “I Can’t Stay Wallace was B.I.G. in life and St. Stephen’s is this Satur- Madison Park 62-60. Bos- sists 18 points, not bad! Away,” the risqué “Take Me appears even bigger in the day (January 31) and Sunday ton Latin defeated Weston Suffolk Alum Bob D., took in On the Floor” and hit the half- biopic Fox Searchlight motion (February 1). We wish him 65-52. On the ice St. John’s the Suffolk-Westfield 2-2 way mark with the pleading picture — Notorious! the very best, and we were Prep defeated Boston College tie played right here at the “I Don’t Wanna Wait.” The KATHLEEN EDWARDS — most fortunate to have him. High School 2-1. Matignon Sterite Rink on Commercial girls lined up top-notch ASKING FOR FLOWERS Father Kevin Hays is the upended Austin Prep 4-2. Street. Pretty good crowd hitmakers to create this di- (CD) Zoë/Rounder new Director of the Society. Louis Finnocchiaro is the watched, we should have verse collection. Second half Canadian Kathleen Ed- ELIOT SCHOOL Austin Prep Coach. more of these. Go Rams! happenings have, the saucy wards stirs up a tasty blend of SUPER BOWL EDUCATION PLUS In a couple of women’s “Popular” making it hard to country, folk, and rock on her The Eliot School will host Best Buy has some schol- games of interest UConn stand still, followed by the siz- third album Asking for Flow- their 2nd Annual Super Bowl arships to offer. Deadline shutout Northeastern 1-0, zling “Revenge Is Sweeter ers. The result is a bouquet Fair this Saturday, January date is February 15, 2009. and the St. Anselm Hawks, (Than You Ever Were),” the of eleven song seeds set to 31st in the school cafeteria Check out www.at15.com or after a 1-0 loss to Norwich, comatose “Someone Wake bloom quickly. It’s easy to from Noon to 3pm. It’s a fund- www.bestbuy.com/scholar- defeated Castleton 4-2. Me Up,” and “All I Have.” pick favorites, as Edwards’ bit- raiser, and the teachers, and ships for details. The Excel NEMPAC CONCERT Winding down with the pretty tersweet voice is soothing to the students need our sup- Academy in East Boston, a The North End Music and “Another Life” and the rock- the ears. The opener “Buffalo” port. It’s also a good way of school for 5th through 8th grad- Performing Arts Center will ing “Goodbye to You.” The is distant, trailed by the first thanking School Principal ers, is taking applications for hold a ‘Concert for Scholar- Veronicas co-wrote their ‘gold’ single, the tongue-in-cheek Traci Griffin for all the good the 2009-2010 school year. ships’ on Friday, Febuary 7th single, and they are headed “The Cheapest Key,” the work she is doing. The first application dead- at the Old North Church at for the stars! smooth as silk title cut, “Ali- EAST BOSTON HIGH line is Febuary 27, 2009 at 7pm. A wine and cheese re- DIERKS BENTLEY — cia Ross” is the imagined READY TO COMPETE 4pm. Call 617-501-1371 or ception will follow. FEEL THAT FIRE (CD) point of view of a young Ca- The East Boston High www.excelacademy.org for PROLINE Capitol Nashville nadian girl who was raped and Special Olympics Floor more information. Keith Tkachuk and his Dierks Bentley is a coun- killed, then uses Canada’s Hockey Team took part in a COLLEGE BOARD St. Louis Blues played the try music artist who has been hockey legend Wayne Gret- ‘Winter Warm Up’ game in Hockey East top dog North- Bruins on the Martin Luther red-hot, and the release of zky and his enforcer Marty preparation for the State eastern swept up Providence King, Jr., holiday, and sent Feel That Fire — will only McSorley in her song — “I Competition to be held in 3-1 and 6-3. NU Huskie the Bruins home with the make his flame burn Make the Dough, You Get the Worcester the weekend of Ryan Ginard had a Hat Trick ‘blues’. Final Score St. Louis brighter. Dierks stokes the Glory.” Nobody is safe as you Feburary 27th-March 1st. and an assist in that one. 5-Bruins 4! Keith was se- fire, having co-written most can hear in “Oil Man’s War,” Charlestown and Belmont Second place BU, second also lected for the NHL All-Star of the songs. Rockers and bal- the reflective “Run,” surpris- also participated in Satur- in the Nation, kept pace game once again. lads blended with a taste of ingly taking a swipe at her day’s event. It was a great shutting down and shutting HOT STOVE honky tonk and bluegrass. country with “Oh Canada” day, and once again these out UNH 5-0 at home, and Baseball said goodbye to Bill Pick from tracks as the fugi- (not the anthem), wasting tive tale of “Life on the Run,” away with “Scared At Night,” kids taught us what athlet- then defeated the Wildcats Werber, ex-Red Sox infielder, showing his wild side with and her finale is the lengthy ics really should be all about. at UNH 3-1. who played with Jimmy Fox “Sideways,” the smoke rises “Goodnight, California.” Ed- and Babe Ruth. He was 100 with his hit and title cut “Feel wards has a refreshingly com- years old, and baseball oldest That Fire,” the pretty “I forting voice, speaking her former Major Leaguer. Wanna Make You Close Your mind with ‘no regrets’. Super! TIDBITS Eyes,” the infectious “Here AMERICAN BANG (CD) - Pope Benedict XVI has a She Comes,” and the sensu- Reprise YouTube site ous Spanish groove “I Can’t American Bang is a Nash- - Thank You Danny Ryan Forget Her.” Bentley duets ville rock band formed in and Bob Cutler for the Bos- with icon Patty Griffin on the 2005. The foursome includes ton Blazers Lacrosse tickets poignant “Beautiful World,” singer-guitarist Jaren John- - Celeb Sightings: Suffolk trailed by the fast-paced ston, guitarist Ben Brown, AD Jim Nelson and Post- “Little Heartwrecker,” the bassist Kelby Ray, and drum- Gazette Columnist and Suf- spiritual “You Hold Me To- mer Neil Mason. On January folk Professor Richard Preiss gether,” trumpeting his bless- 29th they will be heading out taking in the Suffolk Hockey ings via “Better Believer,” on the road with The Pretend- game, along with Suffolk showing forgiveness with ers, beginning a four-week baseball star Danny D’Elia, “Pray,” and puts the finishing tour. The Nashville rockers North End hoop legend touches on with “Last Call” will bring their high-energy, East Boston High School Special Olympics Floor Hockey Robert Ferrara homeward featuring bluegrass music loose-lipped and taut-limbed Team bound, and Dom D’Ambrosio great Ronnie McCoury. A neo-Southern rock to the (via the phone)! dozen Bentley gems! Boston’s Orpheum Theatre Have a professional represent - Sunny Davidson tells us NOTORIOUS: on February 4th. Bang re- that there will be a Reiki SOUNDTRACK (CD) leased an EP, Move to the Mu- you and your claim against Clinic on February 26th from Bad Boy-Atlantic sic, on Reprise Records in the Insurance Company 5pm-7pm a the Mariner Notorious B.I.G. was born 2007, and are currently work- House. Christopher Wallace, and the ing on their major label, full- SMILE Brooklyn rapper went on to length debut album, expected Richard Settipane become one of the most in- to be released in 2009. The PUBLIC INSURANCE ADJUSTER ST. JUDE AND ST. ANTHONY NOVENA fluential hip-hop artist until band has quickly built a solid May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be his tragic death in 1997. The grassroots following and FIRE - BURGLARY - FLOOD adored, glorified, loved and preserved film’s 17-track ‘explicit lyric’ landed gigs on the national And All Other Losses Pertaining to throughout the world now and for- collection contains a couple festival circuit, including Lol- ever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for of B.I.G. classics “Juicy” and lapalooza, Coachella, Bon- Your Home or Business. us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, “Hypnotize,” along with Lil’ naroo, Summerfest, Langer- One Longfellow Place - Suite 2322 pray for us. St. Anthony, most loving Kim and Puff Daddy on “Noto- ado, SXSW, Monolith and Aus- protector and wonder worker, pray Boston, Massachusetts 02114 forus.Saythisprayer9timesaday rious B.I.G.,” the Kanye West- tin City Limits Festival. Bang and by the 8th day your prayer will be produced single “Brooklyn Go has also toured with ZZ Top, 24 Hour Service answered. It has never been known to Hard” performed by Jay-Z and Lynyrd Skynyrd and The fail. Publication must be promised. (617) 523-3456 My prayers have been answered. Santogold, plus Jadakiss and Donnas. Don’t miss the Favor received. P.G. FAX (617) 723-9212 T.M.S. Faith Evans’ “Letter to B.I.G.,” chance to catch them ‘live’ at and CJ Wallace and Faith the Orpheum Theatre! POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Page 11

music from Peru to Nashville; from soul THE SHUBERT THEATRE NED DEVINE’S to lando to jazz. Eight shows. No 265 Tremont Street, Boston, MA Faneuil Hall (South Building) boundaries. Full of surprises. Febru- RUSALKA – March 20-31, 2009. Boston, MA ary 5, 2009 – JAZZ as Condition: This opera will captivate the audience 29th ANNUAL SUPER BOWL AUC- NOW Mint Condition, March 1, 2009 – with its tale of obsessive love and its TION CHARITY EVENT – Sunday, The Great American Songbook: consequences. A performance not to February 1, 2009 starting at 3:30 PM. PLAYING The Music of Burt Bacharach, be missed. Hosted by Billy Costa of “TV DINER” March 7, 2009 – Shining Stars: The DON GIOVANNI – April 24-May 5, and Miss Massachusetts, this event Music of Earth, Wind & Fire, April 2009. This opera will captivate the benefits “City Kids” (supporting 16, 2009 – Singers Showcase: The 25th audience with its tale of obsessive love children’s programs in art and educa- UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN Anniversary. All concerts begin at and its consequences. For more in- tion). There will be silent auctions, 8:15 p.m., except where noted. formation, times of the performances live auctions, dance lessons and much and tickets call Tele Charge at: 800- more. For more information and to get SYMPHONY HALL 447-7400 or visit: www.telecharge.com tickets, please call: 618-744-0615. 301 Mass Ave., Boston, MA BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA – Fri- TD BANKNORTH GARDEN day, March 27, 2009 at 8:00 PM. Down Special Events Causeway Street, Boston, MA by the riverside is an extraordinary SPINNING THE GLOBE – Sunday, collaboration between the gospel March 29, 2009 at 1:00 PM and Mon- music of the Blind Boys of Alabama WEST END COMMUNITY day, March 30, 2009 at 7:00 PM. The and the ageless New Orleans Jazz. CENTER legendary Harlem Globetrotters are Come and enjoy this uplifting evening 150 Staniford St., Boston, MA bringing their world tour to Boston of music. For tickets call: 617-876- WEST END POETRY CLUB will for 2 shows only. For more informa- 4275 or www.WorldMusic.org. start having open readings on the tion and tickets, call: 1-800-745-3000 second and fourth Tuesday of every or visit: www.ticketmaster.com. THE REGENT THEATRE month starting in January at 7:00 PM 7 Medford Street, Arlington, MA in the Center by area poets. For more AN EVENING WITH SHAWN information call at: 617-416-0718. KLUSH – Saturday, January 31st at ART 8:00 PM and Sunday, February 1st at FOOTHILLS THEATRE 2:00 PM. In just a short time Shawn COMPANY INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY Klush has officially emerged as the 100 Front St, Worcester, MA ART top professional Elvis tribute artist in IDOLS OF THE KING – Now 100 Northern Ave., Boston, MA the world. He is the closest thing to through February 1, 2009. This is a SHEPARD FAIREY: SUPPLY AND the King in concert. musical celebration of Elvis Presley, DEMAND – February 6, 2009 through BUDDY, BOPPER & VALENS: his stories, songs, performed by April 19, 2009. This solo museum ex- Their last show 50 years later!!! – acclaimed Elvis performer, Jack hibition of work spans a career of Sunday, February 8, 2009 at 3:00 Foltyn. This is a definite must- street artists, including many sten- PM. Come and enjoy Buddy artist, see! For tickets, times of the perfor- ciled stickers from early guerilla art 42nd Street performing at the Boston Conservatory Brian Best as he sings all our favor- mance and other information, please campaigns and much more. Theater will delight all audiences. Music by Harry ites “Chantilly Lace”, “Peggy Sue”, call: 508-754-4018 or visit the website MOMENTUM 12: GERARD at www.foothillstheatre.com. BYRNE – Now through March 1, 2009. Warren and lyrics by Al Dubin. Based on the novel by “LaBamba” and many others. THE MAN IN BLACK: A TRIBUTE Byrne’s compelling multimedia works Bradford Ropes, this is a classic reproduction of the smash TO JOHNNY CASH – Saturday, Feb- HARVARD FILM ARCHIVES blurs the lines between past and Broadway hit about a young actress, Peggy Sawyer, who ruary 21st at 8:00 PM. Shawn Barker 24 Quincy St., Cambridge, MA present, fiction and documentary. He gets her big break on the stage. 42nd Street is a takes the stage with traditional THE FILMS OF MAX OPHULS – uses a range of sources from litera- Now through February 9, 2009. All ture to popular magazines. rollicking song and dance extravaganza. This production Johnny Cash greeting to his exit. Shawn truly captures the presence of the films are either in French, MOMENTUM 13: EILEEN is a tribute to the late Sue Ronson who created the tap of Cash, not only through his music, German and Dutch with English QUINLAN – March 18, 2009 through dance program at The Boston Conservatory. For more but in his storytelling. For tickets and subtitles. Some of the films presented July 12, 2009. Eileen’s work cap- information check out Theater section. more information, please call: 781-646- are: Earrings of Madame de…; tures the mystery and illusion of the 4849 or visit: www.regenttheatre.com Caught; LePlaisir; Tender Enemy; photographic image. She uses pre- tickets log onto www.telecharge.com Lola Montes; Liebelei; There’s No digital techniques such as gels, THEATER or call (800) 432-7250. THE BOSTON Tomorrow and much more. For more strobes and smoke machines. For CONSERVATORY THEATER information call: 617-495-4700 or more information please call: 617- THE BOSTON CONSERVATORY 31 Hemenway St., Boston, MA visit: http://hcl.harvard.edu/hfa. 478-3100 or visit www.icaboston.org. THE OPERA HOUSE THEATER 539 Washington St, Boston, MA CENDRILLON – February 5-7, 2009 31 Hemenway St, Boston, MA at 8:00 PM and February 8, 2009 at DIRTY DANCING – February 7, ND 42 STREET – March 4-8, 2009. A 2:00 PM. A fairy tale in four acts first through March 15, 2009. A movie seen classic reproduction of the small ITALIAN EVENTS & PROGRAMS by millions with an unforgettable performed in Paris in 1899. This is one Broadway hit about a young actress, of the most frequently performed of soundtrack and adored by many, is ITALIAN RADIO The film is free and open to the Peggy Sawyer, who gets her big break Massenet’s operas. now a record-breaking stage show. “The Sicilian Corner” 11:00 AM general public, however the film may on the stage. SERSE – April 2-4, 2009 at 8:00 PM For tickets, times of performances and to 1:00 PM every Friday with host Tom not be suitable for children, adults SHOWBOAT – April 24-26, 2009. and April 5, 2009 at 2:00 PM. This is more information, please call:1-866- Zappala and Mike Lomazzo and “The only. Weather advisory: If It’s a majestic, sweeping classic about an opera by George Frederic Handel 633-0194. Italian Show” w/Nunzio DiMarca the library is open, the film will be life, love, tragedy and survival on the and tells the story of King Xerxes every Sunday from 10AM to 1PM shown. RSVP is not required for this Mississippi River at the turn of the who harbors an unrequited love for THE COLONIAL THEATRE th www.1110wccmam.com presentation. 20 century. For tickets, times of the a princess who loves his brother. 106 Boylston Street, Boston, MA “Italia Oggi”(Italy Today) Sundays performances and more information, The opera is sung in Italian with A BRONX TALE – March 31 1PM to 2 PM with host Andrea Urdi SONS OF ITALY HALL call the box office at: 617-912-9222 or English surtitles. For tickets and through April 11, 2009. Actor Chazz 1460 AM www.1460WXBR.com King Hill Road, Braintree, MA visit: www.bostonconservatory.edu/ further information, please call: 617- Palminteri gives an unforgettable per- “Dolce Vita Radio” DJ Rocco ITALIAN CARNIVAL (Carnevale) performances. 912-9240 or 617-912-9222 or visit: formance as a young boy’s rough child- Mesiti 11 AM-1 PM Sundays. 90.7 FM Saturday, February 21, 2009 from 6:30 www.bostonconservatory.edu/perfor- hood in the 1960s-era Bronx, and the or online www.djrocco.com PM-12 Midnight. Sponsored LOEB DRAMA CENTER mances. unforgettable people he encountered. “The Nick Franciosa Show” - by Festa Calabrese this event will 64 Brattle Street, Harvard Square THE BOSTON CONSERVATORY For tickets call Ticketmaster at: 617- Every Sunday at 12 Noon to 3:00 PM include a delicious dinner and danc- Cambridge, MA WIND ENSEMBLE WILL PRESENT 931-2787. th on radio stations WLYN 1360 AM and ing. Festa Calabrese is a non- ENDGAME – February 14 through DESERTS and other pieces from Rob- WAZN 1470 AM. profit organization that raises money March 15, 2009. This is one of the ert Sheena; Kalevi Aho; Antheil and BOSTON UNIVERSITY THEATRE to support local charities in Eastern, greatest dramas of the modern age. Marti Epstein. This event is FREE. 264 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA SACKLER LECTURE HALL, Massachusetts. For tickets to this Both an existential comedy and a For more information, call: 617-912- THE CORN IS GREEN – Now ARTHUR M. SACKLER MUSEUM event and for more information domestic tragedy, it charts a day in 9240 or 617-912-9222. through February 8, 2009. Kate the life of a family fallen on mysteri- 485 Broadway, Somerville, MA about Festa Calabrese please Burton stars as Miss Moffat in this SYRACUSE: LAND OF ART, call 617-842-4222. ously hard times. For more informa- NATIONAL HERITAGE MUSEUM classic play of a schoolteacher who MYTH, AND CULTURE. PART OF tion and tickets, please call: 617-547- Lexington, MA creates the first school in a poverty THE CITIES: THEIR ART AND DANTE ALIGHIERI SOCIETY 8300. AN AMERICAN JOURNEY – March stricken, Welsh coal-mining town. ARCHITECTURE LECTURE 41 Hampshire St., Cambridge, MA 1, 2009. Irish, Italian and Eastern WHAT THE BUTLER SAW – Feb- SERIES, DANIELLE CARRABINO, COMMEMORATION OF THE European Jewish immigrants share ruary 18-28, 2009. The premiere of THEODORE ROUSSEAU CURATO- ITALIAN NATIONAL HOLOCAUST MUSIC songs, dances and stories as they sail this play sent shockwaves through RIAL INTERN, PAINTING, SCULP- REMEMBERANCE DAY- SUNDAY, to New York in 1907. For more infor- London audiences, who were scan- REAGLE PLAYERS TURE, AND DECORATIVE ARTS- February 1, at 2:00 PM. Honoring mation, visit: www.revels.org. dalized by its lewd humor and mad- 617 Lexington Street Wednesday, February 18, 2009 Primo Levi’s legacy with a film screen- cap energy. Forbidden trysts, a web of Waltham, MA from 6:30 - 7:30pm. Syracuse, situ- ing of “La Tregua (The Truce)” by SANDERS THEATRE lies and a government inquisition THE MILLS BROTHERS AND ated at the crossroads of the Mediter- Francesco Rosi, starring John 45 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA highlight this farce. For more infor- THE FOUR ACES – A VALENTINE’S ranean, was one of the preeminent Turturro, includes an introduction mation call: 617-266-0800 or log onto DAY FEATURE – February 14, 2009 LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO port cities of the ancient world. Its by Professor Nancy Harrowitz, Please www.huntingtontheatre.org. at 2:00 PM and again at 7:00 PM. Two Saturday, February 7, 2009 at domination by the Romans, Normans, RSVP by calling 617-457-8700 or hit groups of the past revisit the 8:00 PM. With the power of gospel and Muslims, and Spanish resulted in a [email protected] EMERSON COLLEGE sounds of romance and songs from the precision of Broadway, Ladysmith rich cultural history that is reflected Cutler Majestic Theatre the heart for two special perfor- is the undisputed king of mbube. They in its art, architecture, and artifacts. FAIRMONT COPLEY PLAZA 219 Tremont Street, Boston, MA mances. We can all relive the songs have continued to thrill audiences We will tour Syracuse through sev- HOTEL THE NOSE – February 27, 2009, of a romantic era with two classic around the world with its strong, eral centuries, from its Greek temples 138 St James Ave, Boston, MA March 1st and 3rd 2009. This is an groups. For tickets and more infor- proud melodies. For tickets and more and Roman amphiteather to exquis- “LA FESTA DELLA MUSICA” - absurdist satirical opera about a petty mation, call: 781-891-5600 or visit: information please call: 617-876-4275 ite examples of baroque architecture. February 28, 2009, a great event bureaucrat who faces an identity crisis www.reagleplayers.com. or www.WorldMusic.org. Space is limited. To purchase tickets filled this year with a special when his nose leaves his face and to the lecture, call 617-495-4544. Par- Italian flavor, to benefit NEC takes on a life of its own. It is sung TD BANKNORTH GARDEN BOSTON UNIVERSITY THEATRE ticipants in this series may make res- Scholarship’s fund. Honorary Chair- in Russian with English supertitles. Causeway Street, Boston, MA 264 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA ervations for dinner at the Harvard man is Consul General Liborio For further info call: 617-451-3388. FLEETWOOD MAC - March 11, THERESE RAQUIN – February 19- Faculty Club following the lectures. Stellino. For more information go to 2009 at 8:00 PM. “We love our band 22, 2009. Composer Tobias Picker and A dish inspired by the cuisine of the www.newenglandconservatory.edu/ SHUBERT THEATER and think the title of the tour librettist Gene Scheer transform Emile city presented that evening will be feastofmusic 265 Tremont Street, Boston, MA “UNLEASHED” perfectly describes Zola’s gritty tale of adulterous love and served. For dinner reservations, JERSEY BOYS - July 23 - August how we all feel when we get on stage tragedy in late 1800’s Paris into a please contact the Faculty Club di- SANDERS THEATER 30, 2009. JERSEY BOYS, winner of together — especially in 2009. We’re breathtaking opera. Come and listen! rectly at 617 495-5758 and mention 45 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA the 2006 Grammy® Award for Best so happy to get back out on the road, The music and lyrics will be in the Cities lecture series. Complimen- RENZO PIANO - March 9, 2009 Musical Show Album, features their perform everyone’s favorite songs and English. tary parking will be available at the at 6:00 PM. Renzo will discuss the hit songs “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t see our fans.” Direct from Fleetwood LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR – April Broadway Garage on Felton Street, renovation of the Harvard Art Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a Night” Mac. Do not miss this performance. 16-19, 2009. The moors of 17th cen- between Cambridge Street and Broad- Museum, in the context of his archi- and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” “IT For tickets call 617-931-2000 or log tury Scotland are the melancholy set- way. tectural work. Free admission, but WILL RUN FOR CENTURIES!” proclaims onto www.ticketmaster.com. ting for Donizetti’s classic tragedy of a ticket are required (Harvard Box Time Magazine. The JERSEY BOYS young woman driven to madness BOSTON’S NORTH END LIBRARY Office: 617-496-2222). creative team comprises two-time BERKLEE PERFORMANCE when forced to marry a man who 25 PARMENTER STREET Tony Award®-winning director Des CENTER doesn’t love. This evening of music Saturday, February 23, starting at ALGONQUIN CLUB McAnuff, book writers Marshall 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston is in Italian with English super- 10:15 AM - the Pirandello Lyceum 217 Commonwealth Ave., Boston Brickman and Rick Elice, composer Bob The Sovereign Bank Music Series titles. For tickets, times of the per- will sponsor an Italian film (to be ITALIAN NIGHT - February 27, Gaudio, lyricist Bob Crewe and cho- at Berklee. Pop music chases fads; formances and more information announced) with English subtitles, 2009. Celebrate an evening of culture reographer Sergio Trujillo.For general great music surprises us. The Sover- please call: 617-933-8600 or visit: caffe e biscotti will be offered. and fun. Please check back for more information call 617-482-9393. For eign Bank Music Series presents great www.BostonTheatreScene.com. The film starts at 10:30 AM SHARP. details. Page 12 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009

Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

After a survey by the American Academy War II would COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED of Matrimonial Lawyers found that the be entitled to a VEAL AND CABBAGE STEW Recession is making it too expensive for Purple Heart. many couples to split up. Couples are “tough- Good to 1 1/2 pounds veal shoulder chop ing it out,” the group said, until recovery. hear, for the 1 small cabbage The astute Mary Perella of Malden, thinks first time in 25 1 medium onion chopped some couples divorce because of a misun- years, more Americans are reading litera- 3 small garlic cloves chopped derstanding; others, because they under- ture. 50% of adults say they read novels, short 2 ripe tomatoes stand each other too well. stories, plays, or poems, up 3.5% since 2002. 4 small white potatoes Peter Beatrice of Swampscott reminds us The number of 18 to 24-year-olds who read 3 carrots that divorce is a legal separation when a man is up nearly 9%. 2 pieces dried bay leaf stops bringing the money home to his wife The brilliant Mother Superior Frances 4 whole cloves and starts mailing it. Fitzgerald, says, “Reading maketh a full man, 1/4 cup canola, vegetable or olive oil A New York man is suing his wife for the but the kind of reading determines whether 1/2 cup minute or regular rice (optional) return of his kidney. Dr. Richard Batista says he will be full of sense or nonsense.” Salt he was happy to donate the organ to wife To think, the man who can read a woman Heat oil slowly in saucepan before adding veal shoulder Dawnell in 2001 when she needed a trans- like a book probably likes to read in bed. to sear on both sides. Remove meat from saucepan and set plant, but now that they’re in the midst of an The most widely read book is the Bible. The aside in a platter. ugly divorce he would like it back, or its cash American Bible Association has published Add chopped onion and chopped garlic to saucepan and equivalent, which he estimates at $1.5 mil- almost a billion Bibles since it was founded simmer until onion is opaque. Do not burn garlic. Add lion. Medical ethicist Robert Veatch, how- in 1816. And the shortest verse in the Bible chopped fresh tomatoes or ten ounces canned crushed ever, says Batista’s lawsuit is unlikely to pre- consists of two words: “Jesus wept.” (JOHN tomato. Stir, cover and simmer for about ten minutes. vail, as his donation of the organ was clearly 11:35). Meanwhile, peel potatoes and carrots. If potatoes are large, a gift. “It’s her kidney now,” Veatch says. Do you know what are the seven deadly cut into two-inch portions and set aside. Cut carrots into Morons! New Jersey child-welfare authori- sins? As set forth by scholastic theologian two-inch portions and set aside separately. Remove spoiled ties took custody of 3-year-old Adolf Hitler Saint Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225-1274), they outer leaves of cabbage. Cut cabbage in half. Cover one- Campbell and his two sisters from their are anger, covetousness, envy, gluttony, lust, half with plastic wrap and store in refrigerator. Cut second parents, just weeks after a controversy pride, and sloth. half into three portions, wash and set aside. erupted when a local store refused to inscribe Read carefully! For most married couples, Add veal to the saucepan. Cover and simmer about five the boy’s name on a birthday cake. Authori- romance and passion fade after years of minutes. Add carrots, bay leaf and whole cloves to the sauce- ties gave no reason for seizing the boy, along familiarity, but new research has found that pan. Stir, cover and simmer slowly about ten minutes. Then with 1-year-old Joyce Lynn Hinler and a few fortunate souls remain widely infatu- add potatoes to the mixture. Place cabbage portions over Jeannie Campbell, but such action is only ated with each other even after decades of potatoes and carrots. Spoon the tomato mixture over taken when there are suspicions of child marriage. Until Stony Brook University re- cabbage. Add a little water if needed. Cover and simmer abuse or neglect. The children’s parents searchers examined the brains of those who until meat and vegetables are fork tender. Salt to taste. Heath and Deborah Campbell, were widely claimed undying passion for their mates, Remove bay leaf before serving. Serves two. criticized after their children’s names were most researchers didn’t believe them. In a OPTIONAL: Cook rice of choice according to directions on publicized last month. “A name’s a name,” phone survey of people in long-term relation- the package. Serve rice plain or with some tomato mixture Campbell said. “The kid isn’t going to grow ships, up to 35 percent reported that the over it. Then add a serving of meat and vegetables to the up and do what Hitler did.” emotional intensity they felt toward their platter. Speaking of Hitler, Adolf Hitler and Eva partners had not diminished over the years. Braun married on the eve of their joint Do you know what was the shortest NOTE: I loved watching Mama create different recipes during suicide, which took place on April 30, 1945. term of office of any president? Ready? Will- the years. Now I encourage others, including my children, to be They had met in the early 1930s, when she iam Henry Harrison died in1841 after only creative and vary meats and vegetables in recipes. For instance, was a saleswoman in the Munich shop of 31 days in office. James A. Garfield was a this meal can be prepared using Italian pork sausages, or shoul- Hitler’s photographer, Heinrich Hoffman. close second: In1881, he died of a gunshot der pork chops in place of veal shoulder. The meat used in Braun became Hitler’s lifelong mistress, wound after only six months in office. preparing this will determine the flavor of the stew. though she was never allowed to appear in Paul Waters of Swampscott wants to know public with him. who were the first coffee drinkers. Arabian To think, after World War II ended, we philosopher and physician Avicenna intro- Vita can be reached at [email protected] visited Hitler’s Berchesgarten home and I duced coffee as a beverage about A.D. 1000. stood in front of large window where he was He called the drink bunc; he believed it to be once photographed. Yes, I was photographed useful as a medicinal tonic. Not until about • Editorial (Continued from Page 3) standing exactly where he once stood. the sixteenth century did coffee become If the detainees are re- and fact with any exceptions Carlo Scostumato wonders if any Italians accepted as a social beverage in Arabia and manded over to civilian Congress may make … This ever named their son Benito Mussolini. Persia. courts as Obama is proposing right to review was intended The size of new homes is shrinking for the Nostalgia time with the noted musicologist would likely result in acquit- to prevent the Courts from first time in at least a decade, with nearly Albert Natale: Perry Como was one of thirteen tal of terrorists, most remain- having the sole power over nine in 10 builders saying they are building in his family. Tommy Dorsey once compared ing here to resume their at- the Administrative and or planning smaller homes than in the past. a dance band to a football team. In the tacks on the homeland. Legislative branches of The average size of new homes started in backfield he put the soloists, the obvious I urge members of Con- government. the third quarter of 2008 was 2,438-square- stars. In the line, he put his lead men: first gress, regardless of party, The review will serve no- feet, down from 2,629 in the second quarter. trumpet, first sax and first trombone; along have the safeguard of tice the seriousness of this Speaking of homes, Tom Analetto, “mayor” with the four men in his rhythm section, the America as their priority matter. Right now, Septem- of Medford, says, “Home is where the hus- pianist, guitarist, bassist and drummer. To petition Congress to in- ber 11th is ancient history, a band runs the show, but the wife writes the Singer Bobby Darin’s recording career was voke their powers under review will refresh memo- script.” made up of three styles. From rock style with Article 3, Section 2 of the ries and hopefully wisdom Joe Antonelli wants you to know a man’s “Splish Splash” and the like in the mid and Constitution: the right to will prevail to keep GITMO home is his wife’s castle. late 1950s; to a Sinatra-like style with “Mack review any court determina- open and America a little The brainy Rosalie Cunio of Waltham wants the Knife” (1959). Merv Griffin remembers tion that applies to both law safer. you to know home is the only place where a his band-singing days with Freddy Martin man can do as he pleases — when his wife’s recalling, in particular, July 4, 1949, when away. he and the band appeared before 150- 1st Generation Great! For the first time since commercial thousand people over the weekend at Resorts aviation became popular, not one passenger International in Atlantic City. Enrico Italian-American has died in a crash of a U.S. airliner for two Caruso’s music teacher tried to get him to consecutive years (2007 and 2008). Which give up singing because every time he’d hit Vita Orlando Sinopoli reminds me, Castor oil is used as a lubri- a high note, his voice would crack. Caruso Shares with us cant in jet planes. was the first artist to sell a million records For the record, Charles Lindbergh was not and was portrayed on film by Mario Lanza in a delightful recollection the first man to fly the Atlantic. He was the “The Great Caruso” in 1951 Bobby Vinton of her memories as a child sixty-seventh. The first sixty-six made the may have had a #1 hit with his version of crossing in dirigibles and twin-engine mail “There I’ve Said It Again” in 1963, but he growing up in planes. Lindbergh was the first to make the barely outdid Vaughn Monroe with the tuned. Boston’s “Little Italy” dangerous flight alone. Vaughn’s version in 1945 sold over two and a Is a psychological trauma as important as half-million records. and a collection of a physical wound? The Pentagon has February of 1943, Boston nightspots were Italian family recipes weighed that question over the past year, booming! Don Dudley and his band was from the homeland. said William Saletan in Slate.com and it has appearing at the Fox and Hounds. Preston been decided that soldiers afflicted with post- Sandiford’s orchestra was at The Crawford traumatic stress disorders are not eligible House. Don Redmond was at The Tic Toc. Great as Gifts for a Purple Heart. Bravo! Tony Bruno and Don Rico were at The Latin Available thru the web at WWW. FROM MY BAKERY PERCH We agree that soldiers with post-traumatic Quarter, owned by Lou Waters, Barbra Water’s or order an autographed copy from stress disorders are not eligible for a Purple father. And Milt Herth was the big attraction Vita Orlando Sinopoli, P.O. Box 906, Wilmington, MA 01887 Heart. If they had declared they were eli- at the Copley Plaza. Hardcover: $25.00 Softcover: $20.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling gible many of who battled through World AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009 Page 13

• The Socially Set (Continued from Page 9) Lidia Bastianich transports us to Italy with her delectable “primi” dish — one of her trademark pastas featuring freshly made pesto. The “Feast” concludes with all six chefs sharing memo- rable stories and sampling Over the years, people and his shoes were totally the winter, you may see each other’s dishes at a one- have asked why my family soaked due to the depth of barriers protecting parking of-a-kind progressive dinner moved out of East Boston. the snow. spaces after a snowstorm. party. Actually, most of the family The next day, he told my Those are reserved for the Be sure to check your local had moved out prior to our mother and Babbononno person who owns the listings. We can’t wait! venturing to the suburbs. that we were moving to the barriers. ……. Speaking of yummy Uncle Paul had moved his suburbs where he could live Dad began looking for a food and great chefs, we are Patrick Blangy was recently family to a new house in in a house with a parking house and found one in all invited to a “Taste of appointed Director of Sales Saugus. Uncle Nick and space. My mother didn’t Belmont around the corner Positano” presented by Cook- and Marketing at Taj Aunt Dorothy had an apart- want to go, nor did Babbo- from where Uncle Gino and ing Vacations Italy at Todd Boston. (Photo by ment in Brookline and nonno. I was young, and if Aunt Ninna lived. My mother English’s Olives restaurant Casey Photography) Uncle Gino and Aunt Ninna we did move, it would be an didn’t want to leave East on Sunday, February 22. took their twin infants to adventure. The kicker was Boston, nor did Babbononno. For information and reser- David Gibbons, General Belmont. Dad’s brother-in- an event that happened as Dad, in exasperation, told vations for this event at Manager, said “Patrick’s ar- law, Jim DelloRusso, along a result of another snow them he would pay for them Olive’s, please call 1-617- rival at Taj Boston signals with my Aunt Mary and storm that same winter. to keep the flat on Eutaw 242-9715 x104 or log onto the next chapter in the young cousin Jim, decided Now, those of you who never Street, but he was moving to www.toddenglish.com. hotel’s bright future. His over on Malden. That left just lived in the city might not Belmont. They panicked and On Tuesday, February 24, twenty-five years of experi- Dad, Mom, Babbononno and be able to identify with what withdrew their protests. The the visiting chefs will be at ence with all business seg- me in East Boston. By the I am going to mention, but winter of 1961 ended, and on the Hotel Intercontinental ments within the leisure, way, the relatives moving to you city dwellers, this Good Friday of that year, the Boston, where they will pre- corporate and group markets, out wasn’t the reason we was a part of urban living. moving van took the furni- side over a four-course tast- both in the United States and moved. It was the parking. When a person dug his or ture from the top floor of 74 ing dinner, “An Italian & internationally, enhances Dad, as I’ve mentioned her car out of a pile of snow, Eutaw Street and brought it French Mediterranean Gala” the ability of Taj Boston to many times, was a musi- they would put up barriers to Belmont. beginning at 6:30 p.m. They achieve optimum results cian. This meant he came like old chairs with a two by That first night, I couldn’t will be welcomed by Execu- during the challenging years home late at night. During four stretching between sleep; it was too quiet. I was tive Chef Didier Montarou ahead.” the 1940s and 50s, there them. Everyone respected accustomed to the night- and Restaurant Chef Josean Mr. Blangy’s range of expe- weren’t any problems as he each other’s parking space time noises of cars heading Rosato. rience as a Director of Mar- was one of the few people on and didn’t dare park in any up and down the street, For more information and keting & Sales includes the Eutaw Street who owned a of them. Except for one per- sirens from police or fire reservations for February 24, luxurious boutique style car. In those days, establish- son in our neighborhood vehicles and the constant call the Intercontinental hotels of Orient-Express, ments had to stop serving who learned a lesson the roar of planes using the Hotel at 1-617-217-5151. high profile resorts such as liquor at midnight. As a hard way, everybody re- Meridian Hill section of ……. Congratulations are the Grand Wailea Resort & matter of fact, entertain- spected the un-written rule Eastie to fly over when land- in order to Patrick Blangy, Spa on Maui, and a corpor- ment had to stop at the same of parking. ing or taking off from Logan recently appointed Director of ate director’s position with time which meant that the This family moved into the Airport. Add to this, the oc- Sales and Marketing at Taj Renaissance Hotels Interna- latest Dad would be home neighborhood and did things casional yelling in the Boston. tional. was 1:00 A.M. Well, by the their own way. The result street, and you have an in- In his new capacity Enjoy! mid to late fifties, everyone was that no one liked the ner city neighborhood. In Mr. Blangy will oversee the on the street had a car. With man who headed the family. Belmont, they pulled in the marketing, reservations, (Be sure to visit Hilda the neighborhood being com- Well, one day after a storm sidewalks right after dark. It sales and public relations Morrill’s gardening Web site, posed of three deckers, this and Dad’s car was in front of was quiet and I had to get strategies, managing a staff www.bostongardens.com. In presented parking problems. the house, he cleaned off used to it. of twenty-five professionals addition to events covered and When you compound this his car and then put up his The Belmont neighbor- at the luxury hotel situated reported by the columnist, “The with restricted parking barriers to indicate to the hood was so well protected in the landmark location of Socially Set” is compiled from (even side or odd side), you neighbors this was his spot. that one night, not long af- Newbury and Arlington various other sources such as had to hunt for spots if you Everyone respected this ter we moved in, I was com- Streets adjacent to the Pub- news and press releases, came home any later that except this disliked person. ing home from playing with lic Garden. PRNewswire services, etc.) 8:00 P.M. Dad came home one night a band and it was quite late. Dad had begun to complain and the man’s car was in Just after I entered the about the late night parking his spot. He confronted town, a police cruiser began • Reminiscing (Continued from Page 4) problem long before the 50s the man who claimed that following me. I didn’t think greatest, pure boxer that during WWII, and rose to came to an end. Starting the street was public and I was being followed until I ever lived, said boxing his- the rank of Colonel. After around 1958, I became a he could park wherever pulled into our driveway and torian Hank Kaplan has the war, he served three professional musician and he wanted. He took other the cruiser stopped in front stated. U.S. Presidents, as a Federal discovered the same prob- spaces that had barriers that of the house. A police officer In September 2007, Judge Judge, and later he was lem. It didn’t bother me as same week. Unfortunately, got out of the cruiser and Edward Re, writer and a Law Professor at his much as it did Dad. I was one morning he came out asked what I was doing at College Professor, died in Alma Mater, where he younger, beginning college and tried to start his car, that house. I replied, I’m Brooklyn, New York, at age taught, inter alias, to Mario and making good money. and it didn’t start. He also living in it.” I showed him 85. He immigrated to the Cuomo. He was a prolific This meant that I was on noticed that he had four flat my driver’s license and ex- United States from Sicily, writer and authored numer- top of the world. But, then tires. After the car was plained that my parents, (from the island of Salina, ous books, some of which came winter. When it towed and checked out, he grandfather and I had re- one of the seven Aeolian became textbooks for law snowed, we had to hunt for was told that there were cently moved in. I further Islands Northwest of Mes- students. He fathered 12 parking spaces. During one substances in the engine explained that Dad and I sina) with his family at children and had 24 grand- given snowstorm around and it had burned out. No were musicians and came the age of seven. He gradu- children. He once said, “I early in 1961, Dad came one knew who did it, but it home late at night quite of- ated from St. John Univer- have been Americanized, home from work and circled happened. ten. He thanked me for the sity Law School, New York, but I helped to Italianize the neighborhood several He blamed Dad but know- information adding that he with honors and served America”. times and finally found a ing my father, I knew that patrolled the neighborhood place to park about six or he wouldn’t waste his time and hadn’t seen my car be- seven blocks away from being that vindictive. The fore. I pointed to Dad’s car, Fully Insured where we lived. He parked result was one less car which was in front of mine Lic #017936 his car, and carried his bass parked on Eutaw Street and in the driveway, and told the violin through the snow with for those that did park there, officer that he might see only dress shoes on his feet. an unwritten code was ob- Dad driving late at night, too. He arrived at the house served by one and all. Even He thanked me for the in- swearing in two or three today, if you drive through formation and introduced Heating & Air Conditioning languages. He was cold, tired city streets in Boston during himself. Sales, Service & Installation My mother took to subur- Ken Shallow — FOR YOU WHO APPRECIATE THE FINEST — ban living, but Babbononno didn’t and eventually got 617.593.6211 [email protected] THE an apartment back in East Boston where he could go Johnny Christy for walks, hear Italian spo- ken, light up a stogie and Remember Your Loved Ones read a copy of the Post- Gazette. We were happy about The Post-Gazette Orchestra the parking, Mom made new friends and Babbononno was accepts memorials throughout the year. MUSIC FOR ALL happy. What else could you OCCASIONS 781-648-5678 ask for? Please call 617-227-8929 and ask for Lisa GOD BLESS AMERICA Page 14 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009

The time has come, the walrus said, NEWS BRIEFS TO TALK OF MANY THINGS (FROM ITALIAN of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings NEWSPAPERS AND by Sal Giarratani OTHER PUBLICATIONS) A REAL GRAN TORINO Torino” starring Clint Eastwood as a 78-year- Compiled by Orazio Z. Buttafuoco Well, I must say old Rambo shining his dream car. Only Clint this past Inaugu- could get away with making it all seem ration Day will be possible. ITALIANS EXPORTS SCORE BIG. During the first semes- memorialized for My car survived a Mercedes SUV and lived ter of 2008, the ‘Made-in-Italy’ goods export has been me by my trip to to ride again. It’s no Torino, but it is a grand positive. According to data issued by ISTAT (the Italian Montillio’s Bak- old car that I feel safe in, which is always Statistical Agency) the exports of foods as well as machin- ery in Quincy. All the bottom line, eh? Hi, ho Silver away! eries and clothing have increased 5.9%, slightly improving I wanted was a the Italian balance of payments. A large portion of the piece of their great strawberry cheesecake, THE AUDACITY OF REALITY (Italian) exports headed toward the Middle East, namely but everything went wrong as I entered the President Barack Obama is our president petroleum producing countries, which are awash with parking lot. As I drove toward my spot, a SUV now and we wish him well as he begins his liquidity, which they are using to invest by purchasing in reverse was bearing down on me. I didn’t journey of leadership from the White House. consumption goods and technologies ‘Made-in-Italy’. In have a chance. WHACK! My car took the He wasn’t my choice, but he is our presi- order to forestall the present economic crisis, which is damage barely flinching. The body shop will dent now. global, the Undersecretary of Economic Development, Adolfo soon be on my agenda, but my 1997 Grand The country is in serious trouble. Getting Urso, has urged policies that support exports, a reform of a Marquis took the hit well. Bruised but not closer to Great Depression-like trouble in few agencies and strategies that are intended to optimize dead. the economy. the resources in the promotion of a more effective way to This is why I like big cars, they can take We’re still going downhill. Our problems favor foreign commerce. the hit and get up off the parking lot to ride don’t end with a new president at the helm. again. Hopefully, Obama will lead. He hopefully ITALIAN FEDERALISM: IT WILL TAKE A LONG TIME! However, this all leads into this week’s will also bring fresh approaches to what From many sources we have learned that government chapter of “Growing Up as Sal.” happened in 2008 and continues today. officials are suggesting ‘flexibility’ and long periods which, Back in my twenties, I always wanted a The financial tsunami is still strong. Bad they say are needed to make fiscal federalism a reality, red on white Gran Torino, just like the one times for lots of people. especially in the southern Regions. To change the present Starsky and Hutch drove on TV. Obama is one man. It will take all of fiscal system into a new one requires a very long ‘discourse’. It was a muscle car with character. Always Washington to begin rectifying all that went A ‘transition’ is going to be a complex, difficult task. The liked Ford. My Gran “Torino” doesn’t have wrong. Italian Minister for Regional Affairs, Raffaele Fitto, has anything souped up inside, but it does pass We, the People will also have to get recently discussed fiscal federalism during a Press confer- for a cop car and folks always get out of my smarter. Stop using plastic, start using your ence. The first draft of the proposal (federalism) is under- way. real money again. We can’t just go deeper going frequent changes, even daily, after Minister Calderoli It rides well and survives everything. The and deeper into debt. ends meetings with officials of the Regions, Provinces, and gas station gets to see it a lot because it is Remember, Tennessee Ernie Ford who Municipalities. A fundamental preoccupation has been an 8-cylinder. It rides well. A furnace in the sang, “Sixteen tons and what do you get? manifested by many officials, some of whom are afraid that winter. Icebox in the summer. Another year older and deeper in debt. some kind of penalty may be imposed on some of the Starsky and Hutch wouldn’t touch it, but I St. Peter don’t you call me, cause I can’t go. I Regions. The political debate that is going on in Italy is could see Sergeant Joe Friday behind the owe my soul to the company store.” getting quite feisty. wheel. We’re all feeling like that guy now. The President of the Region of Sicily (also referred to as Guys love cars, especially classy cars with Another day older and deeper in debt. the ‘Governor), for one, has been a very serious participant style. I can still dream about my 1972 Ford However, it isn’t the company store we owe, in the national debate. He is very worried that Sicily, which Gran Torino, but my Merc is a good replace- but those credit card companies. produces 97% of all petroleum in Italy, will continue to beg ment in real life. Good luck, President Obama. I wish you support from the Government in Rome for a plain, basic All this brings to mind the movie “Gran well because if you succeed, we succeed too! reason: since the time the oil production began in 1948, Sicily has ‘never’, let me repeat ‘never’ enjoyed any of the royalties from its natural resource, petroleum. From the • News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) refineries alone located in Sicily, the Rome Government That’s ridiculous as Daffy Hooker Reports No laptop and no wallet, but has ‘grabbed’ all the pot: about 5 billion euro (@ $7 billion), felt about the little devil, that Robbery to Cops a nice self-induced arrest while royalties from oil production alone, the estimate duck is probably crying now Are the laws that much nevertheless. is about 200 billion euro (@ $355 billion). The Sicilian along with Bugs. different on the other Coast? ‘Governor’, Raffaele Lombardo, is fighting hard, confi- The real Tasmanian Devil Recently, a coast-hopping The Irish Sports Pages dent that Sicily will get a lion’s share of the revenues is dying from an infectious hooker who didn’t know Bob May, the actor who from petroleum activities. We will continue to monitor the disease known as “devil when to shut-up was relo- played a robot on “Lost in debate, and will report any developments. facial tumor disease.” The cated from the Sheraton Ho- Space” had died at age 69. He Stay tuned! devil is on his way to join the tel to a holding cell at D-4 donned his robot suit and dinosaur. Extinction is quite after calling all cops to report played little Will Robinson’s possible by 2028 without a a robbery. She got herself best friend on the show. • Obama’s Problem (Continued from Page 1) vaccine. arrested and charged with The metal sidekick often sibly, and if his supporters they ultimately turn on him, Cockroaches are every- sex for a fee. She claimed warned Will about harm, say- want nothing more than they will quite possibly where and seem immune to her laptop and wallet from ing, “Danger Will Robinson.” for him to be cool, and to be act like every bit the imma- everything. There’s no end California were stolen by two He probably got the job he the guy who put George W. ture bunch they showed in sight to the roach fam- guys who knocked on her once said because he fit into Bush out with the trash, it themselves to be on that ily tree. Extinction seems hotel door then pushed their the robot suit. “Lost in Space” gives him some room to Tuesday. out of the question for way inside. The two guys creator Irwin Allen told him, maneuver. Obama will need political them. found her easy to find. She “If you can fit in the suit, But the president had bet- capital to achieve his goals. went on Craig’s List offering you’ve got the job.” ter realize that popularity © 2009 North Star Writers CITGO Resumes Oil Flow her services. She met both The robot had a great gig with a crowd like this is Group. May not be repub- Joe Kennedy must be very guys on the internet. there during the Sixties. awfully fleeting, and if lished without permission. relieved that Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has turned the oil faucet back on for Citizens Energy Corp.  When Chavez shut it down, NORTH END Kennedy actually asked us to send letters and postcards    to Chavez complaining PRINTING about shutting off the fau-   cet. 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• 50 Days of Daffodils (Continued from Page 2) Such resources in Massa- by phone 24 hours a day, 365 EXTRA Innings chusetts include: days a year to help with • Transportation assis- diagnosis and treatment by Sal Giarratani tance to and from treatment options, find rides to treat- • A one-on-one support pro- ment, or answer insurance What about Tek? Nettles and Johnny Damon before him gram that matches trained questions. If you or someone Is Jason Varitek staying or going else- had their villain term in office. breast cancer survivors with you know needs help, call where? No new news yet, but his decision However, the best revenge is beating the those newly diagnosed, to 1-800-227-2345 or visit to pass up on arbitration cost him big Yanks in 2009. Let them spend almost a half- provide emotional support www.cancer.org. time. Obviously, last season hurt him million to buy the AL East. In the end Red and guidance and no one seemed to want him. He report- Sox Nation will persevere. • A series of online educa- LEGAL NOTICE edly thought someplace else would offer tional classes for people Commonwealth of Massachusetts him big money. He wanted a two-year Comedy Nite Fundraiser with cancer and their loved The Trial Court deal from the Sox. In the end, he and Successful ones Probate and Family Court his agent seemed to have miscalcul- • A free and confidential Department The Parkway Girls Softball League held MIDDLESEX Division ated the open market for a .220 hitting service that helps cancer its Third Annual Comedy Nite Fundraiser Docket No. 08P5546GC1 catcher. patients locate a cancer last week in West Roxbury. Proceeds sup- In the Matter Of Here’s the question for Jason, does he clinical trial based on their port instructional and competitive softball CHRISTA D. BENTLEY want to stay in Boston on Sox terms or play individual situation Of AYER for over 375 girls ages 7-17. elsewhere but here? • A free program dedicated In the County of MIDDLESEX Boston City Councilor John Tobin to teaching women tech- NOTICE OF PETITION served as M.C. for the evening of fun and FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN New Villain Emerges entertainment. niques to help restore their FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON appearance and self-image To CHRISTA D. BENTLEY of AYER in the The longstanding rivalry between the during cancer treatments County of MIDDLESEX, and her heirs Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees Giambi is an “A” Again apparent or presumptive, a petition has now has a new bad guy. For Fenway fans, Jason Giambi is returning to his baseball For further information been filed in the above captioned matter about Daffodil Days, to re- alleging that said CHRISTA D. BENTLEY of his name is Mark Teixeira. Alex Rodriguez roots with the Oakland Athletics. He’ll be quest flowers, or to get in- AYER in the County of MIDDLESEX, is physi- is now yesterday’s face. Gone, but not for- getting a one-year deal at $5.25 million with cally incapacitated and praying that Michael gotten, but gone. an option. Giambi, remember left the A’s for volved with the program, con- P. PETERS of TRURO in the County of tact the American Cancer BARNSTABLE and DEBBIE D. PETERS of The Evil Empire’s face is now an ex-Texas a $120 million, seven-year contract following Society at 1-800-ACS-2345 or TRURO in the County of BARNSTABLE or Ranger too, who seemed to play the home- the 2001 season. However, it appears after some other suitable person be appointed town team for more bucks from the dreaded seven, it’s goodbye to the New York Yankees www.cancer.org/daffodils guardian, to serve with surety, of the person The American Cancer So- - and property. Yankees. Forget the dropping socks, it’s and hello again to Oakland. He has the ciety helps patients and their IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, pinstripe time for him. potential to be a good offensive player, at YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A-Rod, like Thurman Munson, Graig least that’s what the A’s are hoping. families with free informa- A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT tion, support, and local re- AT CAMBRIDGE ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) sources. Cancer informa- ON FEBRUARY 17, 2009. tion specialists are available WITNESS, HON. PETER C. DIGANGI, Registration Open for April 4 ACT Test ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at CAMBRIDGE this day, January 13, 2009. The next ACT achievement test will be The ACT, a curriculum-based achieve- LEGAL NOTICE Tara E. DeCristoforo administered on April 4, 2009. Students who ment exam, consists of tests in English, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Register of Probate wish to take the college admission and mathematics, reading and science, and The Trial Court placement exam must register by February takes about three hours. The ACT Plus Probate and Family Court Department LEGAL NOTICE 27, 2009. Late registration deadline is avail- Writing requires an additional 30 minutes MIDDLESEX Division able February 28 through March 13, 2009 to complete. Unlike other tests, students Docket No. 08D-4277-DV1 Commonwealth of Massachusetts DIVORCE SUMMONS BY The Trial Court for an extra fee. Students may register are not penalized for guessing and answer- PUBLICATION Probate and Family Court Department online at www.actstudent.org, or pick up ing all the questions on each section. In fact, MIDDLESEX Division registration forms from high school coun- it is beneficial to students to answer all Cynthia Forte, Docket No. 08D-4220-DV1 Plaintiff seling offices. questions. v. DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION April is an ideal time for juniors to take The ACT website, www.actstudent.org, has Eugene Forte the test. Once they receive their scores, helpful information, free sample tests and Defendant Dolly Ignacia Justiniano, To the above named Defendant: Plaintiff they can plan their senior coursework to inexpensive test prep materials. A Complaint has been presented to this v. better prepare for college and careers. ACT is an independent, not-for-profit orga- Court by the Plaintiff, Cynthia Forte, seek- Julio Justiniano Students may select to send their test nization that provides more than one hundred ing a DIVORCE. Defendant An Automatic Restraining Order has been To the above named Defendant: scores for free to as many as four colleges assessment, research, information, and pro- entered in this matter preventing you from A Complaint has been presented to this or universities during the registration gram management solutions in the areas of taking any action which would negatively Court by the Plaintiff, Dolly Ignacia process. Test results may also be sent after education and workforce development. Each impact the current financial status of either Justiniano, seeking a DIVORCE. party. Please refer to Supplemental Probate An Automatic Restraining Order has been the test at additional cost. ACT offers true year, ACT serves millions of people in high Court Rule 411 for more information. entered in this matter preventing you from student choice; students decide only those schools, colleges, professional associations, You are required to serve upon Cynthia taking any action which would negatively test scores they wish to report. businesses, and government agencies — na- Forte plaintiff - whose address is 500 impact the current financial status of either Middlesex Turnpike, Billerica, MA 01821 party. Please refer to Supplemental Probate Students should determine whether col- tionally and internationally. your answer on or before March 16, 2009. Court Rule 411 for more information. leges and universities they are consider- Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, ACT If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to You are required to serve upon Kevin R. ing require the optional writing score. A list offers a wide variety of solutions that the hearing and adjudication of this action. Leeper, Esq, attorney for plaintiff - whose You are also required to file a copy of address is 411 Union Ave, Framingham, MA of schools that require the writing test can share one guiding purpose — to help people your answer in the office of this Court at 01702 your answer on or before March 16, be found at www.actstudent.org/writing. ACT achieve education and workplace success. CAMBRIDGE. 2009. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed scores are accepted by all four-year colleges For more information about ACT, please visit Witness, Peter C. DiGangi, Esquire, First to the hearing and adjudication of this Justice of said Court at CAMBRIDGE this action. You are also required to file a copy of and universities across the United States. www.act.org. th 9 day of January, 2009. your answer in the office of this Court at Tara E. DeCristoforo CAMBRIDGE. Register of Probate Court Witness, Peter C. DiGangi, Esquire, First • Mayor’s Column (Continued from Page 1) Justice of said Court at CAMBRIDGE this 9th day of January, 2009. spending across all depart- will save $1 million next I’m pleased that Governor LEGAL NOTICE Tara E. DeCristoforo ments. Expenditures for the fiscal year. I realize that Patrick will file a similar Commonwealth of Massachusetts Register of Probate Court police department, fire de- this choice was a difficult bill to this end to reduce The Trial Court partment, and schools make one for working families, but the impact of further bud- Probate and Family Court LEGAL NOTICE up the largest portion of our I appreciate their willing- get cuts. Still, my admin- Department budget, and I will do every- ness to share in the burden. istration actively continues SUFFOLK Division Commonwealth of Massachusetts Docket No. 09P0101EP1 The Trial Court thing in my power to protect I have always advocated to pursue options to in- In the Estate of Probate and Family Court Department these core services and keep the state legislature for crease government efficien- DAVID B. MUENKEL MIDDLESEX Division cuts from reaching the more diverse means of cies and decrease unneces- Docket No. 08D-3071-DV1 Late of BOSTON classroom. generating much needed sary spending. In the County of SUFFOLK DIVORCE SUMMONS BY My administration contin- revenue for cities and towns Things will be difficult Date of Death October 27, 2008 PUBLICATION ues to be proactive in ad- at a local level, and the before they get better, but I NOTICE OF PETITION Frances Ann Marquardo, FOR PROBATE OF WILL Plaintiff dressing the current chal- Boston delegation has been see opportunity in times of To all persons interested in the above v. lenges. During my annual very supportive in this re- difficulty. The current chal- captioned estate, a petition has been pre- Joseph Marquardo State of the City address, I gard. This ability becomes lenges call for bold action sented praying that a document purport- Defendant ing to be the last will of said decedent be To the above named Defendant: reached out to unions to ask even more important in a and collaboration across the proved and allowed, and that DAVID R. A Complaint has been presented to this for their support in helping troubled economy, and I urge board because nobody can MUENKEL of LITTLETON, COLORADO in the Court by the Plaintiff, Frances Ann to resolve a predicted $140 you to contact your legisla- solve these challenges County of ARAPAHOE be appointed Marquardo, seeking a DIVORCE. executor, named in the will to serve without An Automatic Restraining Order has been million budget shortfall next tors to show your support alone. We must share in the surety. entered in this matter preventing you from fiscal year. By agreeing to a for strengthening local sacrifice to protect the IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, taking any action which would negatively one-year wage freeze, Boston economies. I continue to file greater good. We’ve made YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE impact the current financial status of either A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT party. Please refer to Supplemental Probate could save $55 million, legislation to create a local great progress over the AT BOSTON ON OR BEFORE TEN Court Rule 411 for more information. maintain core government options meals tax. For the years, and we will overcome O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) You are required to serve upon services, and minimize the current session, I proposed the current challenges to ON February 19, 2009. Christopher F. Hemsey, Esq, attorney for In addition, you must file a written affidavit plaintiff - whose address is 47 Federal Street, impact of painful layoffs. I legislation that would al- create lasting changes that of objections to the petition, stating specific Salem, MA 01970 your answer on or before thank the Boston Police low up to a 2% meals tax. will build a more sustain- facts and grounds upon which the objection March 16, 2009. If you fail to do so, the court Superior Officers Federation This would translate to able future. I am confident is based, within thirty (30) days after the will proceed to the hearing and adjudica- return day (or such other time as the court, tion of this action. You are also required to for agreeing to this wage roughly $40 million in rev- that Boston’s best days are on motion with notice to the petitioner, may file a copy of your answer in the office of this freeze. This contract alone enue for the City of Boston. ahead of us. allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. Court at CAMBRIDGE. WITNESS, HON. JOHN M. SMOOT, Witness, Peter C. DiGangi, Esquire, First ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at Justice of said Court at CAMBRIDGE this BOSTON this day, January 16, 2009. 9th day of January, 2009. Richard Iannella Tara E. DeCristoforo WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM Register of Probate Register of Probate Court Page 16 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 30, 2009

HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB

CORNER TALK by Reinaldo Oliveira, Jr. by Richard Preiss

De La Hoya, Floyd May- Benny Paret, Florentino weather, Manny Pacquiao, Fernandez, Don Fullmer, What could be tougher than start of the third, Double T Kelly Pavlik, Paul Williams, Jose Gonzalez, Wilbur a Celtics game? Perhaps a played well throughout the are all profiled, as the fight- McClure, Bobo Olson, Willie Celtics practice. Very few third period, turning aside 19 ers to watch, and how the Pastrano, Tom McNeeley, people have witnessed one in of 22 shots on net. But he impact of their presence will Wayne Thornton, Eddie the Doc Rivers era since they really came up big time in the affect this upcoming year. Cotton, Chic Calderwood, aren’t open to the public and closing moments when Also, do you realize that there and he also fought Dick Tiger all but the last few minutes things were really on the are 17 boxing divisions in this in his last title defense, los- are closed to the media. line. He shut down a rare magazine. There are also a ing the title to Dick Tiger. But their pace and tempo Western Conference power total of 176 fighters listed. Jose Torres after retiring are what prepare the Green play, the first penalty called 170 of these fighters, are top from boxing became an au- for their contests both at on either side in the All-Star ten contenders. Only six thor, and was Chairman of home and on the road. And game since 2000 and then divisions list World Champi- the New York State Athletic Kevin Garnett says the prac- held the West scoreless in ons. The Light-Heavyweights Commission in the 1980’s, tices are one of the main the five-minute overtime with Joe Calzaghe of Wales; and was Supervisor for the reasons for the huge suc- session. Middleweight Kelly Pavlik World Boxing Organization. cess of the reigning NBA He followed that up by of Ohio, USA; Junior Light- Rest in Peace. Champions. denying the West twice in weight Ricky Hatton of “We work really hard at the shootout phase, as home- England; Lightweight Juan And Rest in Peace Freddie practice and I’m glad Doc town Montreal favorite Alex Manuel Marquez of Mexico; Mack who was born in South doesn’t let the cameras in Kovalev scored to give the Junior Featherweight Israel Carolina in 1934. Fighting there,” said Garnett. Paul Eastern Conference the vic- Vazquez Dennis Marrese of Mexico; and Jun- professional from 1954-1965. (Pierce) will tell you that we tory. Kovalev also scored a ior Flyweight Ivan Calderon Compiling a record of 27-19- go really hard in practice and pair of goals in regulation February 7th Dennis of Puerto Rico. Eleven divi- 3, 14 KO’s. Some great fight- we expect when we come and added an assist, an ef- Marrese, at “Joe Angelo’s sions do not have any recog- ers in his record. Jack into games to carry that over. fort that earned him MVP Cafe & Deli,” 11 Crescent nized World Champions. Bodell, Chick Calderwood, We work really, really hard honors. But T-T was the MVP Street, Brockton, in a Titles are vacant and listing Elwood Thorton, (Young at practice, especially with of everyone in Beantown, one fundraising event for the only number one contenders. Beau Jack), Paul Pender, our defense. It may sound a of only five goalies in league South Shore Police Athletic There are no rated Heavy- Yvon Durelle. Freddie Mack little cliché but when we history to win back-to-back League. Come one! Come weight, Junior Feather- passed away on January 11th have practices the way we All-Star games. In case all! In a welcome home weight, Bantamweight, Fly- in Scotland. He lived a well- have we expect to carry that you’re wondering Frank salute to Marine, Mark weight, or Strawweight fight- rounded life. He sparred with over and when we do it is very Brimsek, Jacques Plante, DeLuca Jr., Dennis Marrese ers, from the United States. the young Muhammad Ali. hard to beat us.” Johnny Bower and Martin gives to you all, an All-Star Would you believe that only Acted alongside Richard Garnett also credits the C’s Brodeur were in the four- line-up of Fight Stars. World 30 total fighters listed are Burton, and Elizabeth Tay- focus on defense as a major some that preceded Thomas Champion greats, Tony from the United States, in all lor, Did some singing in component of the current into the history books. DeMarco, Vito Antuofermo, of the 17 divisions. That’s it. bands, and founded the success, making the team The game also marked an Vinny Paz, Micky Ward, Only 30! “Boxing is the Scottish Boxing Hall of even better than at the start achievement amid a victori- Arturo Gatti, Trainer of toughest fighting skill of all.” Fame in 2001. Our prayers of the season when the team ous setting for Bruins coach World Champions, Goody says me, Reinaldo A. are with all our Bothers went on a 19-game win Claude Julien, who served as Petronelli, fighters of World Oliveira Jr. in Boxing who reside in streak. head coach of the Eastern Champions Tony Petronelli, that “Golden Ring in Heaven “Our foundation is our de- squad. It was only a few years Iron Mike Pusateri, Mike Happy Birthdays, February Refereed by God!” fense. That’s what holds us ago that he was fired by the “Little Rock” Cappiello, 2nd Rich Cappiello, 9th Vito up — coming home (from the Canadiens so to return as Paul Poirier, Juan Botta, Antuofermo, and RIP Jake FEBRUARY FRENZY Christmas week road trip), the leader of the Eastern will all be there, in this wel- Kilrain, the 10th Bob Treiger, “February Frenzy” at refocusing and getting back stars was really an honor. come home to Fight Star, 11th Jerry Colton, 12th Mark Twin Rivers Lincoln, Rhode to defense. We may not al- But now it’s back to the Marine Mark “The Ba- DeLuca Jr., and RIP Sam Island. Call CES (401) 724- ways score a lot of points but business of the NHL. The zooka” DeLuca. A very spe- Langford, 13th Ray DeLicio, 2253 or 2254 for tickets we’ve got to make sure we Bruins played three home cial young Man. There will 14th Ed Imondi, 18th RIP Bat- Here’s what you get from this get stops. I think that’s the games in the days immedi- be a hot/cold buffet. Films, tling Battalino, 19th Mike entertaining show. In eight difference. We hare better ately following the All-Star DVD’s and more at this el- “Mugsy” Mullen, 21st Tom Joey “The KO Kid” Spina at than we were (earlier in the game. The biggest regular egant event. The Master of McNeeley and Bobby Gould, 23-1-1, 16 KO’s, of Providence season).” season game of the year will Ceremonies is Bill Carpen- 23rd Michael Halstead. battles Steve “The Spoiler” ACCOLADES FOR ALLEN — come on February 10 when ter of WXBR. Doors open Walker of Hannibal, Mis- Sports Illustrated recently the B’s host San Jose (and for at 5:00 pm, and starts at I was at Joe Angelo’s Cafe souri at 22-19, 16 KO’s, in the polled 190 NBA players, ask- Bruins star Joe Thornton) at 6:00 pm. For tickets call Den- & Deli, in Brockton for semi eight, Bobo “The Bull” ing them who they consid- the Garden. The two teams nis Marrese at (508) 509- pizza. A gentleman was sit- Starnino 9-4-2, 2 KO’s, of ered to be the best pure have battled for the overall 3236, or Tony O’Brien at ting beside me, and we be- Providence takes on the shooter that they had ever NHL lead for the entire sea- (774) 210-0200. gan speaking. Art Bonnevier 9-2-1, 5 KO’s, Irish Joey seen. Celtics guard Ray Allen son and will meet head to said that he was from, McCreedy of Lowell. Who came out on top of the list, head in what some believe “February Frenzy!” Febru- “Brockton!” and originally will be the EBA New Eng- gaining the nod of 26 percent may well be a preview of the ary 6th, at Twin Rivers, Lin- from Charlestown.” I told land Champion after their of those surveyed. Stanley Cup Finals. coln, Rhode Island. A Jimmy him, that a good friend battle??? Eddie “The Puerto That’s not surprising given BEANPOT TIME — The an- Burchfield, CES Promotions. Francesco Fratalia was from Rican Sensation” Soto of that Allen holds the NBA nual Beanpot luncheon was On this fight card, I see an Charlestown. Art, enthusi- Pawtucket at 10-0, 4 KO’s, single season record for three a fine event, serving as a upset or two. There’s a lot of astically replied, that he had dukes it out with Sean point shots made, canning warm-up for the 57th edition big talk going on, from the lived next door to Francesco, Eklund of Lowell for the 269 treys from beyond the arc of the Hub’s unique hockey fighters! Joe “The KO Kid” and that Francesco was a EBA New England Light- during the 2005-2006 season tournament. It was noted Spina says, “February 6th, I’ll great guy who had done quite weight Title. Sean Eklund is when he was with Seattle. that the last six Beanpot show everybody why I’m well for himself with a great 6-2, 1 KO, and is a go-getter Retired Indiana Pacers championship games have called, The KO Kid. I knock family. He also said, that in this six rounder, In star Reggie Miller was sec- been decided by one goal — people out!” Joey Francesco was modest about Sean’s corner will be none ond with 15 percent of the with four of those contests McCreedy says, “Come Feb- his great boxing career, and other than, Uncle Irish vote while C’s legend Larry going into overtime. ruary 6th, there’s going to be was sad at his passing. Micky Ward. Adam “Hit- Bird was tied for third with The opening round of the a War. Bobo knows it, I’m man” Harris of Worcester Jason Kapono of the Toronto tourney on Feb. 2 has Boston going to give everything I World Champion Jose and his 10-0, 7 KO record, Raptors. Both received 10 University taking on Harvard have. Blood, sweat, and Torres of Puerto Rico, won takes on the 5-2-1, 2 KOs, percent. Peja Stojakovic of at 5 p.m. while Northeastern tears!” Bobo Starnino says his World Light-Heavyweight David William of Philadel- the Hornets was fifth with faces defending national “I really can’t stomach him title in 1965. He passed into phia. In a four-rounder, eight percent. champion Boston College in … afterwards, I’ll buy you a that Golden Ring in Heaven University of Connecticut DOUBLE T EARNS THE the 8 p.m. nightcap. The two drink. But for now, you’re my refereed by God, at the age of Graduete, Brian Macy and DOUBLE V — Yes, that was victors will meet for the enemy. My Prey!” Sean 72 on January 19th. Jose his 5-0, 2 KO record, hopes Tim Thomas, putting on a championship on Feburary 9 Eklund says “I’ll be ready, on Torres won the World Title on to educate Steve Detar of stellar showing in the NHL at 8p.m. at the Garden. the 6th!” Trainer of Sean March 30, 1965 in New York, Brockton, and his 8-9-1, 1 KO All-Star game up in Montreal The 31st annual Women’s Eklund, Irish Micky Ward from Willie Pastrano. He record. In four Jesus Caro of on January 25. For the sec- Beanpot will be held at says, “He’ll do the talking, the started his boxing career as Providence takes a shot at ond consecutive year T-T Matthews Arena on Febru- night in the fight!” Eddie a teenager, while serving in Olade “One Shot” Thomas of came into the contest in the ary 3 with BU meeting Soto says, “It’s going to be a the U. S. Army. Jose won a New York and his 1-3, 0 KO third period and backstopped Harvard (5 p.m.) and North- War!” Read on. More infor- Silver medal at the 1956 record. Keith Kozlin of the Eastern Conference to eastern going against BC mation on this fight card. Melbourne Olympics. As a Warwick 2-0, 1 KO takes on the victory, earning a pair of ( 8 p.m.). The winners will “Ring Magazines, Febru- professional, he fought the TBA in four, Heavyweight W’s to his credit in the duel in the championship ary 2009 issue. “A Look greats of the fight world, de- Rashad Minor of Worcester process. game on Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. Ahead to 2009!” Fighters, fending his World Title three 1-0, 1 KO, takes on TBA, as Entering the game, essen- Northeastern is the leader in David Haye, Joe Calzaghe, times. Fighting the likes of does Jay Holland in his pro- tially a no-check affair, with the Women’s Beanpot, hav- Antonio Margarito, Oscar the best, in Ike Jenkins, fessional debut. the score even at 8-8 at the ing captured 14 titles.