VOL. 4 NO. 2 SOMERVILLE, MASS. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2016 TWENTY-FIVE CENTS Inside: Green Line Extension project not yet assured for Somerville

By Haley ED Houseman The much-bedeviled Green Line Extension Project by MBTA will find the footing for its fu- ture in the spring. It may or may not go forward, but new proposals for project design, schedule and a revamped budget estimate will be pre- sented on April 7, as reported by the MBTA Green Line Extension Facebook page (https:// www.facebook.com/MBTA-Green-Line-Ex- A home in tension-53151441680/?fref=photo). Somerville The GLX project faced a major setback at the page 3 end of 2015, when it was put on hold and its contractors were fired after cost estimates bal- looned to nearly $3 billion. The MBTA and Department of Transportation cited reports by consultants that the T has mismanaged the newly implemented contracting process, which allowed the contractors to take advantage, and The future of the Green Line Extension is far from certain at this point in time, as planners and MBTA offi- cials work the budget with an eye for finalizing a plan by April 7. costs to skyrocket. Continued on page 4 Not your usual suspects

By Blake Maddux As a musical unit, the Crescent City quintet A new Lincoln Park The New Orleans Suspects has everything go- on the way ing for it. Its members include longtime Neville page 5 Brothers drummer “Mean” Willie Green, one- time Dirty Dozen Brass Band lead guitarist Jake Eckert, saxophonist and former James Brown bandleader Jeff Watkins, classically trained pi- anist C.R. Gruver, and bassist Reggie Scanlan. Scanlan, who was born and raised in The Big Easy, was a member of The Radiators – possibly the longest-lived New Orleans rock band ever – for all of its 33 years. Like his current fellow band mates, he has also played alongside some of NOLA’s most legendary performers. On Wednesday, January 20, The New Orle- ans Suspects will voyage down the streets of Somerville to Johnny D’s. Reggie Scanlan spoke to The Somerville Times by phone in advance of The Dream Weavers the band’s visit. of Brickbottom Somerville Times: I have heard several different pages 12–13 pronunciations of the name of the town that you are The New Orleans Suspects will be bringing their signature Crescent City sounds to Johnny D’s on from. Which is correct? Continued on page 7 Wednesday, January 20. 2••JANUARY 13, 2016

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A Moore says: Since I was here then I know what it was like. It was a true walkable city where anything you wanted was within easy This Saturday, 1:00– 4:00 p.m., Somerville Recreation will walking distance. We were always under someone’s watch when playing. We just didn’t realize how nice it really was be hosting its 2016 “Kick off Fair” at the High School Field until we got older. The planning of this city should have looked back in history and put tp good use what we had that House. Ring in the New Year with Somerville Recreation. was good. The talk is to bring the city back to what is what then to make it the so called walkable city but it won’t be Learn about all the great things that the Recreation Depart- by the way it is being laid out now. Sometimes it’s difficult to explain the good ol days to someone and why. We had it all. ment has to offer in the upcoming year, play some games and have a great fun filled day. There will be many activities for Freebie says: all ages including a magic show, arts and crafts, recreational “many of the incumbent Irish greeted them (the italians) with suspicion and, often, discrimination” games and much more. That was true in many places as my grandparents can attest. Now some of the Irish and Italians are discrimination ************************ against the yuppies who are, ironically, often successful offspring of other Italian and Irish immigrants! Happy Birthdays this week go out to the following friends and Complaining about Yuppies is one thing, vile hatred is another. Villens of The Times: Happy birthday to our good friend and The number of children here back then was staggering and it must have been a great place to grow up. But that Beaver a great guy, James “Jim” Ribeiro, who is celebrating this week. Cleaver sense of neighborhood community existed in many places back then. The density here probably made it even Also, to Julie Tarpey-DiPasquale, who is celebrating this week. more tight knit. We still have more kids per square mile than anyone else in MA. We certainly send positive thoughts for her husband Paul. Let’s also not forget that the adoption of the automobile is the reason people fled to the suburbs in the 1950s-1970s. Julie, we hope you have a good day. Happy birthday to The- Let’s get that green line and bike lanes built and bring this place back to it’s former glory. resa Rodriques-Clark, an old friend and a great person who is now a RN at Spaulding. We wish her nothing but the best BMac says: this week. A local guy who also works here in the city, we wish Even in the 70s I knew the names of someone in probably one quarter of the houses in Ward 7. Kevin O’Donovan the very best. A good friend and realtor up Of course these days, even if there were enough kids around, parents would not let five and six year olds ride their in Townsend, Michele Busler, who is celebrating this week. bikes around the neighborhood on their own or play kickball in the middle of the street. We wish her a HB. Another guy. originally from Brazil. Paulo DeOliverira is celebrating this week as well. We wish him the JM says: very best. Also, from Portugal, Teder Skiba ,who has a painting company here in the city. We wish him the very best. This article could describe any town in the US or indeed in any modern western industrialized country. Remind me again who signed NAFTA? I think it was another Bill! ************************ Congratulations to Ross Blouin and Bill Murphy for listing Steve Keenan says: and finally selling that hole in the ground in Teele Square, successfully completing the deal. Hopefully, whatever is de- This is not the Somerville I grew up in, but Somerville is still a great community. For lack of a better term, what has veloped there will once again complete Teele Square. Con- happened is called change, progress, or whatever. And Somerville is not the only community that has changed and gratulations to the Blouin and Murphy team at Colony Real evolved over the years. Somerville is a great town! Estate here in Somerville in Clarendon Hill. Log onto TheSomervilleTimes.com to leave your own comments­ ************************ If you haven’t registered to vote yet you have until February 10 to do so to vote in the Presidential Primary coming up in TheSomervilleTimes.com poll of the week March here in Massachusetts. You can go to the Election De- In addition to breaking news, sports and opinion, TheSomervilleTimes.com also features a daily poll partment at City Hall and fill out the form, or better yet you in which you, the reader, tell us where you come down on local issues. Last week’s poll concerned your can just go online at https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr/. This views on whether or not you think bicyclists over the age of 18 should need a license and registration year’s presidential race is crucial to everyone. There is no excuse to ride. If you don’t agree with the results, simply log onto TheSomervilleTimes.com. as registering to vote can’t be any easier. Continued on page 11

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Writers: Jim Clark, Tom Bannister, Rebecca Danvers, Ross Blouin, Donald Norton Contributors: William C. Shelton, Josie Grove, Patrick McDonagh, Oliver Bok, Haley ED Houseman, Laura Stiffler, Mariya Manzhos, Dorothy Dimarzo, Bob Doherty Photographer: Claudia Ferro The Somerville Times is published every Wednesday A proud member of the following newspaper organizations: JANUARY 13, 2016••3 The Somerville Home: Serving our seniors the lives of the residents. The By Jessica Kenney events are offered throughout The Somerville Home is a Res- the day and run seven days a idential Care Facility for senior week. The guests are taken by citizens. It was established in mini-bus on shopping trips, 1898, and has been serving the dining out, bowling, and trips greater Boston community for to places such as Fenway Park, 110 years. They offer seniors Lake Winnipesaukee, the Tops- who cannot live on their own field Fair, movies, art exhibits, with a home and residential care. the zoo, and more. The Somerville Home provides supervision along with mini- mum basic care for residents “The Personal Needs who do not regularly require nursing or medical services. Allowance for resi- Each resident receives a private dents of rest homes bedroom, three home-cooked meals a day, housekeeping, linen, and nursing homes is and laundry service. There is a full time Social horribly inadequate” Worker and licensed nurse on staff. The Somerville Home has The Activities Department departments that each cater to also organizes games, exercises, The Somerville Home has been serving the needs of area seniors for over one hundred years. different needs of the senior cit- art classes, bingo, and book club; izens living there. The Business and also have an ongoing rela- ance from $72.80 to $100.00; crease in the state personal in- $100 and index it to inflation. Department assists residents tionship with many colleges in stating that winter coats, warm come tax rate, cutting vital rev- The bill still has to go through with financial issues and the the Boston area that bring young shoes, and socks need to be enue from the frail, elderly, and the committee on Health Care Nursing Department adminis- students in to visit the residents. provided for the residents, and others in need ... this pittance is Finance, as well as both houses, ters medicine, monitors the resi- They provide a weekly Catholic that their current allowance inadequate.” but I will continue to strongly dents, and manages their overall Mass as well as have a Rabbi will not cover that. When asked for a comment on advocate for it.” medical care. who visits to talk about Jewish State Representative Denise this issue, Senator Patricia Je- The Somerville Home proudly The Activities Department holidays. Residents are welcome Provost responded to this re- hlen stated, “The Personal Needs states that they have provided organizes social and recreation- to stay as long as they wish. quest by saying, “I have been Allowance for residents of rest “over a century of caring” and al activities, which include field Recently, a representative working to increase the person- homes and nursing homes is now wishes to receive more trips and various outings. The from the Somerville Home has al needs allowance since I got to horribly inadequate…our com- funding so they may continue staff of this department plan expressed a need for an increase the legislature in 2006 ... there mittee favorably recommended caring for those unable to care daily activities meant to enrich in their personal needs allow- has been another ‘automatic’ de- my bill to increase the rate to for themselves. 4••JANUARY 13, 2016

By Jim Clark Alleged shoplifter felt a bit litigious Police responded to the Tar- suing was walking away from officers confronted Agok he im- at the same time placing him in at the officers, repeatedly threat- get store on Somerville Ave. on the store, allegedly carrying store mediately became argumenta- handcuffs as he was resisting ening to sue them. Saturday after receiving reports merchandise with him concealed tive and began screaming and re- and trying to take back the bag. Police noted in their report of a suspected shoplifter being inside his backpack. fused to hand over his backpack Police said that the backpack that Agok’s screaming was draw- pursued by store loss prevention The officers approached the for them to search. Police said was found to contain a red ing attention of passers-by, both personnel. suspect, later identified as Atem that he repeatedly yelled, “These jacket and a pair of khaki cargo on foot and driving by. Upon arrival, the store loss Agok, who police report has a are my clothes!” pants, each with store tags still Agok was subsequently placed prevention staffers approached history of both shoplifting and The officers then reportedly on them. When asked if he had under arrest and charged with the police cruiser and indicated assault charges in the city. had no choice but to forcibly a receipt for the merchandise he disorderly conduct and shoplift- that the suspect they were pur- According to reports, when the take Agok’s backpack from him, reportedly continued screaming ing by asportation. Over $2K worth of shoes walked out of Saks A police officer on routine The officer located the three Johnson, of Jamaica Plain, was Grant, of Roxbury, had a bulge police said. duty near Assembly Row women, based on the store’s de- reportedly found to contain in the front of her coat, accord- The three women were each last week was informed that scription, and stopped them for three pairs of shoes, valued at a ing to reports. She was asked placed under arrest and charged a loss prevention agent from questioning, after they had re- total of $330.91. to unzip her coat, whereupon a with conspiracy and larceny Saks Off 5th on Canal St. had portedly made an unsuccessful The handbag carried by Amy pair of shoes valued at $323.75 over $250. phoned in a report of a woman attempt at running away. Ubiera, of Dorchester, was simi- was found to be concealed under Ubiera was additionally concealing a pair of shoes in The women were then asked larly found to contain three pairs her arms. booked on warrant charges of her bag and leaving the store to place their handbags on the of shoes, with a combined total Price tags were still on the motor vehicle lights violation without paying, accompanied ground in front of them. value of $1355.91. shoes and the suspects offered and operation of a motor vehicle by two female companions. The bag belonging to Daqnya The third female, Desaray no receipts for the merchandise, with a suspended license. Crime Tip Hotline: 617-776-7210 Help Keep Somerville Safe! SOMERVILLE POLICE CRIME LOG Arrests: Desaray Grant, of 38 Walnut false pretenses, trespassing, lar- Thomas Melanson, January portation. Amy Ubiera, of 466 Colum- Park, Roxbury, January 4, 6:42 ceny from a person, and larceny 8, 12:58 p.m., arrested at Mid- Garrett O’Connor, of 97 bia Rd., Dorchester, January 4, p.m., arrested at Canal St. on from a building. dlesex Ave. on a warrant charge Hillcrest St., Waltham, January 6:42 p.m., arrested at Canal St. charges of conspiracy and lar- Daniel Kerr, of 24 Robinson of larceny over $250. 9, 4:01 p.m., arrested at Canal on charges of conspiracy and ceny over $250. St., January 6, 9:09 p.m., arrest- Mladen Mojsilovik, of 32 Li- St. on charges of shoplifting by larceny over $250 and on war- Richard Prader, of 44 Birch ed at Highland Ave. on warrant tchfield St., Brighton, January asportation, receiving a stolen rant charges of motor vehicle St., Saugus, January 6, 9:17 charges of operation of a motor 9, 2:24 a.m., arrested at Con- credit card, and receiving stolen lights violation and operation a.m., arrested at Broadway on vehicle with a suspended license, well Ave. on charges of failure property under $250, and on a of a motor vehicle with a sus- warrant charges of operation of resisting arrest, possession of a to stop or yield and operation warrant charge of shoplifting pended license. a motor vehicle with a suspend- class A drug, possession of a hy- of a motor vehicle under the in- by concealing merchandise. Daqnya Johnson, of 3146 ed license and speeding. podermic, leaving the scene of fluence of liquor. Avery Rak, of 173 Washing- Washington St., Jamaica Plain, Adam Leal, of 199 Pearl St., personal injury, failure to stop or Atem Agok, January 9, 12:49 ton St., Norwich, CT, January January 4, 6:42 p.m., arrested January 6, 12:10 p.m., arrested yield, failure to wear a seatbelt, p.m., arrested at Somerville 10, 3:46 a.m., arrested at Low- at Canal St. on charges of con- at Mt. Vernon St. on warrant assault and battery, exhibiting Ave. on charges of disorderly er Campus Rd. on a charge of spiracy and larceny over $250. charges of larceny over $250 by another’s license, and speeding. conduct and shoplifting by as- possession of a class B drug.

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Green Line Extension project not yet assured for Somerville CONT. FROM PG 1 Consultants also noted that previously, and has called upon for the impact of the Big Dig, the project has not yet had a to accrue significant savings on the MBTA has not ruled out reliable, accurate budget from the extension by adapting the cancelling the extension al- which the T could work. goals to incorporate more ex- together. Decisions will rest For the next four to five isting infrastructure, and other on the new plans to be pre- months, an interim team will cost-saving measures. Con- sented, as well as a scheduled be overseeing the project, head- struction consultant Matthew May 11th submission of new ed by former Massachusetts Poirier, as well as three Mass- finance plan for the project transportation official Jack DOT employees will complete to be presented to the MBTA Wright. A second consultant is the team. and the MassDOT. Should taking over the redesign of the Despite a legal mandate for the GLX project survive, a project; John Karn has consult- the project, which required a permanent team will be in- ed with the T on the project transportation plan to offset stalled to run the operations. JANUARY 13, 2016••5 New Lincoln Park plan to be unveiled on Jan. 25 • Upgraded softball diamond: Im- By Charles Lane proved field with increased buffer to This week, the City of Somerville an- nearby residences. nounced that after three years of com- The design was developed by Weston munity discussions and public design & Sampson’s Design Studio, Spurr, an process, the resulting final plans for the award-winning landscape architectural renovation of Lincoln Park will be pre- and engineering services firm responsible sented to the community at an open for the design of a number of Somerville house on Monday, January 25. Parks including North Street, as well The renovation of the 6.6 acre park, the as Albion, Grimmons, and the Quincy 2nd largest city-owned park, will com- Street Open Space, which all won awards. prise six projects in one, including: “Our community has spoken up loud • Storm water management: A 1.26 and clear that we need both more open million gallon, underground storm water space and more high quality open space, management system that will reduce the which is why we have renovated or built runoff that contributes to flooding in the 31 parks and open spaces in just the last Union Square area; eleven years. But to continue to meet our • Schoolyard upgrades: A new, expand- growing needs and long-term goals, we The plan for the upgraded Lincoln Park will be officially presented to the public on January 25 during a ed and enhanced multi-use school yard need to pick up even this fast pace,” said special open house event to be held at the Argenziano School. with outdoor classroom, upgraded play Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone. “The Lincoln areas, vegetable gardens, rain gardens, Park project will do just that by moving construction, the City is working with Lincoln Park is 6.6 acres, while, for exam- multi-sport court, and more; forward what is essentially five important both Tufts University and the state De- ple, North Street Park, which was recent- • Expanded green space: Enhanced passive park projects at once as well as a critical partment of Conservation and Recreation ly completed at a cost of $1M, is 0.3 acres. green space as well as a natural grass multi- stormwater management project that to make alternate fields available. Short- If funding is approved, the project will use field and more than 150 new trees; will benefit all of Union Square. I want term plans include regrading and reseed- go out to bid with a projected construc- • Community activity corridor: span- to thank the community for the valuable ing of Draw 7 Park and use of Tufts fields. tion start date of either June 2016 or June ning an adventure play area with every- input they had in the planning process.” Additional projects, including a potential 2017, depending upon several fac tors. thing from traditional swings to a splash After extensive deliberation and com- new turf field at Tufts, possible turf instal- Construction is expected to take roughly pad, exploratory sand play, and tree munity feedback both for and against lation at alternate City or State sites, and one year (barring unexpected weather or house-like play structures, as well as a synthetic turf for the central playing field, additional field space in the Union Square other disruptions) with additional time parkour and skate park space, passive a design featuring a natural grass play- revitalization area, will be integrated into a required to rest the grass fields so that seating, a basketball court, picnic area, ing field was selected. To adhere to best long-range Fields Master Plan to address root systems are established before use. outdoor exercise equipment, and com- practices for natural grass playing fields, long-term field needs. “For generations, this park has been munity gardens all connected by tree- organized field use will be reduced to Ar- “There was a compelling argument for a an important gathering place for neigh- lined walkways; genziano School recess as well as limited natural grass field at this particular park, bors and families. I’m thrilled to see that • New dog area: Small off-leash area light use for younger youth sports. but we also have significant and grow- it will not be simply updated but that it with dog run; To accommodate displaced sports during ing needs for field time for youth and will be transformed to the open space adult sports. To maintain the health and jewel that it should be, with features to well-being of our community, we must meet so many varied community needs,” ensure those needs are met,” said May- said Ward 2 Alderman Maryann Heus- or Curtatone. “For this reason, I have ton. “Just as important, flooding in the directed our planning staff to develop a Union Square area is a very real concern, formal Fields Master Plan with commu- and this is a good start toward reducing nity input that will build on our ongoing the storm water load on the system and fields planning. That plan will guide our providing our residents some relief. I’m rethinking of both our existing fields as heartened that the City recognized the well as the development of new fields.” need to renovate this park not just from A proposal has been submitted to the above, but also from below.” Board of Aldermen for the estimated The Lincoln Park Project Plan Com- $9.4 million in funding that will be re- munity Open House is scheduled for quired to cover construction of all six 6:30-8:00 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 25, at the components of the Lincoln Park project. Argenziano School, 290 Washington St. Approximately $2M of the total funding Weston & Sampson Park designers and is needed to construct the 2-acre under- City park planning staff from the Office ground storm water holding areas. When of Strategic Planning and Community accounting for size, the remaining average Development will host an open-house, of roughly $1.48M for each of the five drop-in meeting for residents to view the park project areas compares favorably plans, ask questions, and engage in dis- with the average park renovation cost of cussions with friends, neighbors and the roughly $1M in recent years. As noted, project team. 6••JANUARY 13, 2016 Somerville’s older adults catch concerts from up and coming talent

to many of Somerville’s older By Maureen Bastardi adults. “The music we’ve expe- Since April of 2015, older adults rienced at Berklee has been a in Somerville have been able to real showcase of talents,” says witness some of the incredible Lotti. “We almost always leave talent residing at Berklee Col- wanting more.” lege of Music in Boston. The Lotti says the best part of concerts take place in various, this particular program is that smaller concert venues and loca- older adults get to see young tions across the Berklee campus people performing and enjoy- and feature faculty and students ing themselves. Oftentimes, the practicing their art as musicians students will take time to speak and vocalists. with concert attendees after the They have enjoyed caba- show. “It’s a really nice connec- ret-style performances, and tion,” she says. In the spring, have heard the incredibly they made a real connection smooth sounds of jazz, blues, with a vocal jazz instructor and R&B, background, and hol- his students. Lotti hopes that, iday music vocals; delighted as a result of that initial interac- to “strings and things.” They tion, older adults will be able to have listened in awe to a cap- “sit in” on some rehearsals and pella and marveled at the many have time for questions and an- Vilma Sullivan asks one of the performers a couple of questions. beautiful sounds of marimba. swers with the students in the COA Senior Project Manag- coming year. er Janine Lotti developed the There are more trips to Berklee program because she thought scheduled for February and that having a concert-hall March. Please call Janine Lotti quality experience, without at (617)625-6600, ext. 2300 for Dorothy’s Corner the big price tag, would appeal more information. BY DOROTHY DIMARZO

Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Cheddar Mashed Potato Waffles Day Celebration This past New Years Eve, I made a prime rib along with a few sides, including har- icot verts, roasted brussel sprouts, corn casserole and a copious amount of mashed potatoes. Leftover mashed potatoes can be used in many different ways. For example, a Shepherd’s Pie, potato croquettes, creamy potato soup, potato pancakes, potato gn- Mashed Potatoes occhi, and even potato waffles. This time around, I chose to make waffles. The waffles 5 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and came out slightly crispy on the outside and cubed into uniform size, 1”X1”) had a creamy texture in the middle. They 1 stick of unsalted butter, cubed were a huge hit in my house! 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 - 1/2 cup milk Waffles 1 head roasted garlic, mashed into a paste *see note below 2 cups of leftover mashed potatoes 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon black pepper This year’s MLK Jr. Day Celebration event is January 18 from 2 eggs 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the East Somerville Community 1/4 cup flour School. The theme of the event is “MLK Jr. Day Celebration: 1/2 teaspoon salt In a 6-8 quart pot, add the peeled, cubed power to impact positive change in our community.” 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper potatoes and cover with cold water by Instead of a featured speaker they will have great communi- about 3 inches. Bring to a boil and cook the ty performers who will perform a musical or dance piece and In a medium bowl, mix all the above in- potatoes until they are fork tender, about then speak about their group’s connection of music and justice. gredients until well blended. Prepare your 20-25 minutes. Drain the water, return the They will also have wonderful food after the event. This is a waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s potatoes to the same pot, add the butter, popular event attended by the whole community. instructions. Once the iron is ready, place sour cream, 1/4 cup milk (add additional There will be refreshments served at the end of the event with 1/2 cup plus 1tablespoon of the mixture 1/4 cup milk if the potatoes are too thick), pizza slices, fresh baked large cookies, fruit, and crackers. onto the center of the iron. The waffles will roasted garlic, salt and pepper. Use a mash- take between 2-1/2 -3 minutes to cook. er or hand mixer to blend the ingredients. Serve each waffle with a couple of poached Stir in the parsley. Serve immediately. or fried eggs, a dollop of sour cream, gar- *Roasted garlic - cut a whole head of garlic nished with chives or fresh parsley. These in half and place the two halves in a piece waffles are not just limited to breakfast. of aluminum foil and drizzle with about a You can add sliced beef with gravy, chicken teaspoon of olive oil. Wrap it tightly and cutlets, or anything you like to accompany place in a 350 degree oven for about 30 your potato waffle. Serves 4 people. minutes, until the garlic is tender. Once cooled, squeeze out the cloves and mash with a fork, making it into a paste. JANUARY 13, 2016••7

Not your usual suspects CONT. FROM PG 1 Reggie Scanlan: The fast- scene was really, at that time, at a est possible way that you can huge changing point. You had a do it. The most abbreviated, huge influx of out-of-town mu- fastest way – that’s how peo- sicians and a huge exodus musi- ple say it. They are all correct. cians that had lived here but had A lot of it depends on what to leave because of the storm. part of the city you’re from, There was a big shift in the too. Different parts of the city whole music scene. For a young have different quirks in the musician who was looking to get accent, you know. And then involved in a new scene, this cer- when you get out of the city, it tainly would have been the place gets even more diverse. Once I would have chosen! you get southwest of here you ST: When did you start play- start getting a lot of the Cajun ing a musical instrument and twist coming into the dialogue which one was it? and the accents. RS: I started when I was in ST: Is most of the musical tal- the third grade. I played tenor ent in New Orleans homegrown, sax in the school band, but I or do many musicians from out also lived six blocks from the of town come to establish them- school, so carrying that thing selves there? back and forth after one se- RS: Yeah, a lot of it is but like mester, I was like, “You know both moved here. And then Jeff it’s New Orleans Music, and formed [when] I was like 26, you said, it’s also a magnet for what? I’m done with this, I moved here. I think that he was we’re still the Suspects. That’s so I’d been professional for six musicians who are not from want a clarinet!” So I got a still playing with James Brown how it happened. years already. here. For musicians that are not clarinet and man, that thing when he was living here. Jake ST: The Radiators formed in ST: Does anything surprise from here, it’s probably the mys- was so great at just being a and Kevin Harris, who was the late 1970s, right? you after all of this time? tique of going to New Orleans, noisemaker that I finally got our original sax player – was in RS: January of ’78. RS: The fact that I can be sur- certainly after [Hurricane] Ka- kicked out of the school band. the Dirty Dozen [Brass Band] ST: So you’re coming up on prised surprises me! It’s nice trina. [The HBO series] Treme I just wanted to make noise. – knew each other because four full decades as a profes- that I can still be surprised. I kind of sparked a little bit of that I wasn’t planning on actually Jake was in the Dozen as well. sional musician? like that. Some of the stuff that as well. The other thing, too, was, playing it. I was just into goof- Before the band got together, RS: I was professional way I’ve seen has been pretty crazy, I you know, property values were ing off, really. I knew Willie and that was it. before that. I’d been on Bour- have to say! cheap. You could come here and And then, the next thing that He and I are the only native bon Street. I’d been on the ______buy a house for not too much happened was The Beatles were New Orleanians. blues circuit in California. I’d Glen David Andrews, The money and renovate it, and have on Ed Sullivan and everyone ST: How did the band end played already with a lot of New Orleans Suspects, and Ben a nice place. went out and bought guitars. I up forming? the older New Orleans guys Knight, Wednesday, January 20, They’re in a place that’s per- was a pretty terrible guitar play- RS: The guy that owns the like James Booker and Pro- 8:00 p.m. Johnny D’s Uptown, 17 ceived as being cool. The music er, I gotta say. And then some guy Maple Leaf, Hank [Staples], fessor Longhair. The Rads Holland St., Somerville. from my school who thought I has got a pool of musicians that could actually play guitar – be- when a band didn’t show up, or cause he had never heard me – they forgot to book a band, or needed a bass player for a Creed- whatever happened, he would ence Clearwater [Revival] cover call somebody up and just say, band. They asked me if I wanted “Round up the usual suspects.” to play bass. I said that I didn’t So that happened one night really play bass, but if you show to us. It wasn’t Willie on the me how to play the songs then drums, it was another guy. Jake I’ll do it. So they gave me a bass, and C.R. had never met before. and I started playing and I was So we did the gig, it was a lot like, “Wow, this makes sense. I fun, and we told Hank that if should have been doing this all this happens again and we’re along!” That’s how it started. all in town, just call us up and ST: Had you and any other we’ll do it. That happened a members of The New Orleans few times and we started get- Suspects crossed paths before ting some gigs on the side and forming a band together? we called ourselves The Usual RS: Me and Willie [Green, Suspects. So when The Rads drummer] had had a lot of proj- [Radiators] broke up and The ects over the years. We were part Neville Brothers broke up, we of a band back in the 90s. Then were kind of like, let’s just do right after the storm he and I had this band for real. We thought a residency at the Maple Leaf [a that we’d be The Unusual Sus- New Orleans venue and bar] for pects, but then I was research- a while. Me and Willie go back a ing online and there was a band long way. We’ve been friends for in England called The Unusual I don’t even know who long. Jake Suspects with a CD out. So we and C.R. they knew each other chose New Orleans Suspects, and had been doing stuff in New because that way people know Orleans post-Katrina when they where we’re from, they’ll know 8••JANUARY 13, 2016

Beacon Hill Roll Call

Volume 41-Report No. 1 • January 4-8, 2016 • Copyright © 2016 Beacon Hill Roll Call. All Rights Reserved. By Bob Katzen

Beacon Hill Roll Call can also be viewed on our website at www.thesomervilletimes.com Our Legislators in the House and Senate for Somer- tives and senators. Supporters said the current archaic law does not make ville: sense and is counterproductive because it prevents many Beacon Hill Roll Call provides an unbiased summary of offenders from having the mobility to find and/or retain bills and amendments, arguments from floor debate on a job, drive their children to school, travel to a doctor both sides of the issue and each legislator’s vote or lack and do many other things necessary to help them re- of vote on the matter. This information gives readers an build their lives. They noted the bill is retroactive and opportunity to monitor their elected officials’ actions on also applies to people who currently are without a li- Beacon Hill. Many bills are reported on in their early cense because of this law. stages, giving readers the opportunity to contact their legislators and express an opinion prior to the measure The Senate approved a different version of the bill in being brought up for final action. September. The House version now goes to the Senate for consideration. Rep. Christine Barber The feature “Also Up on Beacon Hill” informs readers of DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Thirty-fourth Mid- other important matters at the Statehouse. (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) dlesex. - Consisting of all precincts in wards 4 and 5, pre- cinct 1 of ward 7, and precinct 2 of ward 8, of the city of Beacon Hill Roll Call is provided by Bob Katzen, Rep. Christine Barber Didn’t Vote Medford, precincts 1 and 2 of ward 4, and all precincts a former Boston radio talk show host at WRKO, Rep. Denise Provost Yes of ward 7, of the city of Somerville, both in the county WITS and WMRE. Bob has been providing this Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes of Middlesex. feature to hundreds of newspapers across the Bay State for 41 years. ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records the votes of local representatives on roll calls CREATE SENIOR SAFETY ZONES (H 531) - from the week of January 4-8. There were no roll calls in The House gave initial approval to legislation allowing the Senate last week. cities and towns to implement senior safety zones in which the speed limit would be lowered to 20 mph. The SEWER IMPROVEMENTS (H 3654) zones would be near senior citizen housing, hospitals, House 152-0, approved a bill that would allow cities nursing homes, assisted living facilities, senior centers and towns to reduce and spread out the annual tax that and other senior establishments. Supporters said these Rep. Denise Provost homeowners pay when they are the beneficiary of a sew- zones, similar to current school safety zones, would re- DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Twenty-seventh Mid- er betterment. A special assessment is permitted to be duce accidents and injuries and save lives. dlesex. - Consisting of precinct 3 of ward 2, all precincts levied by a city or town when property within a limited of ward 3, precinct 3 of ward 4, and all precincts of area receives a special benefit or advantage, other than REPORT DRIVERS WITH SUSPENDED OR wards 5 and 6, of the city of Somerville, in the county the general advantage to the community, from the con- REVOKED LICENSES - A law that went into effect of Middlesex. struction of a sewer. on January 1 requires the Registry of Motor Vehicles to notify the local police department when the driver’s li- The proposal would increase from the current 20 years cense of a local resident is suspended or revoked. The to 30 years the time period over which homeowners can notification is only required in certain cases including spread out their payments. Current state law requires vehicular homicide, drunken driving, if the person is a towns to charge 5 percent interest on the unpaid balance habitual traffic offender or poses an immediate threat to of the tax or 2 percent above the rate at which the town public safety. Included in the notification would be the borrowed the money for the project. The bill would al- offender’s name, address, license plate number, type of low cities and towns to charge less, possibly as little as 0 car and driving record. Rep. Timothy Toomey percent interest. DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Twenty-sixth Middle- Supporters say this new law would enable local police to sex. - Consisting of all precincts of ward 1, precinct 1 Supporters said the bill is a local-control one that spot and track drivers who are driving without a license. of ward 2, precincts 1 and 2 of ward 3, and precinct 1 would provide the cities and towns in the Common- They noted it could prevent injuries and even save lives. of ward 6, of the city of Cambridge, and all precincts of wealth with options to keep the cost of any sewer bet- ward 1 and precincts 1 and 2 of ward 2, of the city of terments as low as possible for the homeowner. They REDUCED INCOME TAX - A law that reduces the Somerville, both in the county of Middlesex. noted communities will have the choice whether or not income tax rate and long-term capital gains tax from to opt into the system. 5.15 percent to 5.10 percent went into effect on January 1. The tax cuts do not need the approval of the Legisla- The Senate approved the measure on a voice vote with- ture. They are part of a system devised by the Legislature out a roll call and sent it to Governor Charlie Baker. when it approved a $1 billion-plus tax hike package in 2002. The package set the long-term capital gains tax at (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) 5.3 percent and froze the income tax rate at 5.3 percent instead of allowing it to drop to 5 percent in January Rep. Christine Barber Didn’t Vote 2003 -- a reduction that was approved by voters in 2000. Rep. Denise Provost Yes The 2002 law also includes an automatic trigger that re- Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes duces both taxes by one-half of one percent each year Sen. Patricia Jehlen that the state’s economic growth is at least 2.5 percent DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Second Middlesex. ELIMINATE AUTOMATIC DRIVER’S LICENSE until each tax is reduced to 5 percent. The 2015 growth - Consisting of the cities of Cambridge, wards 9 to 11, SUSPENSION (S 2021) was 5.37 percent, more than twice the amount necessary inclusive, Medford and Somerville, and the town of House 150-0, approved legislation that would repeal for the cut. The Department of Revenue estimates that Winchester, precincts 4 to 7, inclusive, in the county of a 1989 law which automatically suspends for up to the tax cuts will reduce state revenue by $74 million in Middlesex. five years the driver’s license of anyone convicted of a fiscal year 2016 and $152 million in fiscal year 2017. drug offense even if the offense is unrelated to driving THE HOUSE AND SENATE: With today’s edition, a vehicle. The proposal allows automatic license sus- CORPORATE TAX DELAY AND EARNED IN- The Somerville Times begins coverage of the 2016 Mas- pension for anyone convicted of trafficking in illegal COME TAX CREDIT - Also taking effect January sachusetts legislative session with our weekly Beacon Hill drugs, except for marijuana. It also repeals the current 1 is a new law increasing the earned income tax credit Roll Call report. This feature is a clear and concise com- law that requires offenders to pay a $500 fee to get for low-income working families with children living at pilation of the voting records of local state representa- their license back. home from 15 percent to 23 percent of the federal credit. JANUARY 13, 2016••9

Beacon Hill Roll Call continued

The credit is applied toward the taxpayer’s liability, and Opponents said the proposal is flawed because people with regard to what’s legally permissible and what’s not.” if it exceeds the liability, the taxpayer receives the excess could put the orange stripes on a real gun to fool police — Gov. Baker commenting on the debate whether President credit as a refund. and others into thinking it is fake. They said that to add Barack Obama’s gun control executive orders overstepped to the confusion, criminals could easily paint their real his authority and bypassed Congress. The law also again delays implementation of a long-de- weapons a bright color to confuse police. layed tax break for national corporations that was passed HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? into law in 2008 but has never been implemented. QUOTABLE QUOTES Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many leg- Supporters say this increased earned income tax credit “We must seize every opportunity possible to help res- islators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of will help thousands of low-income working families who idents reintegrate into society, find fulfilling jobs and the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is are struggling to make ends meet and will result in many support their families.”— House Speaker Robert A. De- done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They of them paying little or no state income tax. They argue Leo (D-Winthrop) on the bill that would repeal a 1989 law note that their jobs also involve committee work, re- that delaying the unaffordable business tax break is fair which automatically suspends for up to five years the driver’s search, constituent work and other matters that are im- and leaves the door open to future implementation. license of anyone convicted of a drug offense even if the of- portant to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature fense is unrelated to driving a vehicle. does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and BICYCLISTS AND HOSPITALS - The Transporta- vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legisla- tion Committee held a hearing on a bill prohibiting driv- “Denying transgender people access to facilities that are tion that have been filed. They note that the infrequency ers from parking or idling their vehicles on any bicycle necessary for all of us to go about our daily lives, like and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to path or to generally interfere with the safety and passage restrooms, contributes to minority stress and can exac- irresponsible late night sessions and a mad rush to act of bicyclists (S 1808). The committee also is considering erbate negative health outcomes already affecting trans- on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the a proposal requiring signs indicating the direction of a gender people.” — Laura Durso, director of the Lesbian, end of an annual session. hospital with an arrow to include the distance in miles Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Research and to the hospital (S 1847). Communications Project at the Center for American During the week of January 4-8, the House met for a Progress, on a pending bill that would prohibit discrimi- total of six hours and 16 minutes while the Senate met “TOY” GUNS (H 3476) - The Public Safety Commit- nation against transgender individuals in the state’s pub- for a total of two hours and 46 minutes. tee held a hearing on a bill that would require all imita- lic accommodations. tion firearms to have a non-removable one-inch orange Mon. January 4 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. stripe, visible from every side, and to be a color other “The Registry and the Merit Rating Board have an op- Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:11 a.m. than black, blue, silver or aluminum, the traditional col- portunity with this legislation to introduce 21st century ors of real weapons. Imitation firearms include any air technology and to eliminate what is a very paper-driven, Tues. January 5 No House session rifle, pellet gun and BB gun or any device that substan- manual processing-based administrative process.” — No Senate session tially duplicates or can reasonably be perceived to be a Registrar of Motor Vehicles Erin Deveney talking about a real gun or rifle. Current federal law requires guns to bill allowing cities and towns to stop issuing paper traffic Wed. January 6 House 11:00 a.m. to 4:55 p.m. have only an orange tip. citations and instead use an electronic system. Senate 11:05 a.m. to 1:42 p.m. Supporters said orange tips are not visible enough and “We’ve found that disability placards registered to de- can be easily painted over or removed. They argued this ceased people have been used [as well as] expired plac- Thurs. January 7 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. new proposed law will make it a lot easier for law en- ards, counterfeit placards and placards of individuals Senate 11:17 a.m. to 11:22 a.m. forcement and the public to determine whether a person who currently reside out-of-state.” — Inspector General is holding a real or fake gun or rifle. They cited the case Glenn Cunha on legislation to increase fines for misuse of Fri. January 8 No House session in Cleveland in which 12-year-old Tamir Rice was shot handicapped placards. No Senate session to death by police after his air gun was mistaken for the real thing. “I have absolutely no idea what the rules of the game are Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at [email protected] 10••JANUARY 13, 2016

COMMENTARY

The views and opinions expressed in the commentaries ofThe Somerville Times do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions ofThe Somerville Times, its publishers or staff. The Rent is Too Damn High—And Other Reasons We Need to Double Down on Housing Affordability As I said in my recent inau- have on healthy communities, transfer fee, new tenants’ pur- mand urban areas. So we’re go- gural speech, this issue hits me educational investment and chase rights and support, and ing to have to dig in and work at a personal level. I grew up in multi-modal transportation. a 50% increase in the Somer- together to invent a way to pre- Somerville as the son of two Mind you, it will not be easy. Vision goal for new housing serve the economic and social Italian immigrants. My father We face daunting market forces. units from 6,000 to 9,000. The diversity that make so many of and mother both worked in fac- Right now, rent and home sale proposals envision new 20% us proud to live in our city. tories. My dad cut hair and drove prices are being driven by a mas- citywide inclusionary zoning It should be stressed that we a snow plow for extra money. sive housing shortage in Greater and new financial supports for are already at work on numerous My mom also worked as a cook. Boston. Demand far outstrips low-income tenants in afford- affordability initiatives. We have They raised three children, put supply. Estimates are that our able units. The Working Group joined a new Regional Com- By Joseph A. Curtatone a good roof over our heads and region needs to add 435,000 is also calling for overhaul of our pact with Boston, Cambridge During the past few decades, sent us to college. new housing units by 2040 to zoning code, which is essential and other cities to work on the Somerville has worked hard to But is the door still open for a restore balance. Coming up with for true social equity. Some of housing issue along with trans- make itself a city that can deliv- family like mine here in Somer- solutions to that problem is go- that may sound fantastic to you, portation, sustainability and er quality of life to its residents. ville? It needs to be. We must ing to require innovative think- some of it may sound scary. Our economic development. This We rightfully take pride in good be a city that is as much a home ing and an all-hands-on-deck next steps are to devote City involves dedicating city planners schools, low crime, tree-lined to the people who are working commitment from the commu- Hall’s resources to thoroughly to working together on these is- neighborhoods, our ever-in- their way up as it is for those nity. Fortunately, Somerville is analyzing these recommenda- sues. The math is simple. If the creasing number of parks and who have already made it. We good at that sort of thing. tions and getting extensive pub- region does not build the hous- playgrounds, a diverse commu- need to remain a city welcom- Last year I called together the lic input on them. ing we need, and if Somerville nity and bustling city squares. ing to working families and im- Sustainable Neighborhoods I want to be clear: getting does not build the 9,000 units There’s a lot to like about migrants trying to get a hold on Working Group. I sought out from excellent ideas to achiev- we need, no amount of afford- Somerville and, not surpris- the American dream—just as the city’s brightest and most de- able, leading-edge initiatives is able housing programs alone ingly, it puts our limited living our parents, grandparents and termined minds and challenged always the hard part. We are will be able to keep the cost of space in high demand. People great-grandparents did. Ensur- them to come up with bold ideas going to run into earnest dif- a home or rent reasonable for all who live here want to stay. Peo- ing we keep that kind of diver- on affordability. They embraced ferences of opinion. Not ev- of us. The rent really is too damn ple who don’t live here want to sity is an extremely complicated, the task set to them and we now eryone is going to agree with high and cities in metro Boston join us. Add to that the external long-term challenge facing all of have the Working Group’s rec- every part of what will be a have pledged to work together to pressure of our region’s rapid- Greater Boston. ommendations. The ideas are multi-pronged approach. Un- do something about it. ly rising housing prices and it I believe Somerville can lead big and bold—just as we need fortunately, it’s not like there’s On top of that, we’ve launched makes housing affordability a the way when it comes to hous- them to be. a proven, simple plan to keep our 100 Homes initiative with clear and present challenge. ing affordability, just as we They include a 1% real estate housing affordable in high-de- our partner, Continued on page 20

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To the Editor: ant to know HOW and WHY rehabilitation of Prospect Hill We are thrilled to see CPA Thank you, and we hope to see the rehabilitation is occurring. Tower and to redesign the ad- money hard at work, benefit- as many residents as possible at We thank you for publishing In November 2012, Somerville jacent park, along with appli- ing all Somerville residents in our upcoming meetings to give Josie Groves’ article on the com- voters overwhelmingly support- cants for various other historic a very public, accessible way. In their valuable input on how we plete renovation being under- ed the adoption of the Commu- preservation and open space/ 2015, we received 12 new appli- should spend YOUR money to taken at Prospect Hill Tower nity Preservation Act (CPA). recreation projects. After sev- cations. We will again be hold- benefit everyone in Somerville. (“Restoring Prospect Hill Tow- The CPA establishes a small res- eral months of speaking with ing two community meetings in er,” January 6, 2016). The tower idential tax surcharge to be used applicants, residents, elected early 2016, one was held on Jan- Sincerely, and the surrounding park space exclusively for historic preserva- officials, business leaders, and uary 12 and the next one will be are vitally important historic tion, open space/outdoor rec- community groups, including held January 27th, both at the Dick Bauer monuments not only for Somer- reation, and affordable housing holding several well-attended Visiting Nurse Association at Historic Preservation Committee ville, but also for Massachusetts. in Somerville. In addition, the community meetings, the Com- 259 Lowell St. at 6:30 p.m. for representative, Chairman Although the tower was origi- CPA received state matching munity Preservation Commit- applicants to explain their proj- Michael Fager nally built in 1903, the last sub- funds, and the Board of Alder- tee voted to fully fund Prospect ects and for the community to Conservation Committee repre- stantive preservation of it was men appropriated additional Hill Tower and the park design. weigh in on where we should sentative, Vice Chairman done decades ago. Needless to money into the CPA fund. The Board of Aldermen unan- direct this money. This year, we Michael A. Capuano say, it is long overdue. In 2013, the City applied for imously voted to accept the have over $4 million to go to Planning Board representative However, it is just as import- CPA grants for the complete CPC’s recommendation. worthy projects. and immediate past Chairman

Dear Editor, Demand Action – as well as lions of guns are sold each year forcement what they need to it easy for dangerous people to moms, survivors, and other – by clarifying which gun sellers crack down on traffickers who get guns. Since Congress continues to fail advocates across the country need to get a license and follow fuel the black market for guns And that is why I will continue us, President Obama recently – helped to drive more than all the rules that licensed gun that flood our streets and en- to fight for a safer Massachu- answered our call to reduce gun 15,000 calls that shut down the dealers need to follow. Simply, danger our communities. But setts. We will not rest until every violence by taking executive ac- White House switchboard as if you’re making a living selling millions of guns will still be gun sale includes a background tions that will save lives in cities we urged the President to take guns, you should be running sold without a background check. Massachusetts lives de- nationwide and right here in executive action to reduce gun background checks. check – that’s why we still pend on it. Massachusetts. violence. The President’s orders The President’s orders will need Congress and our state Volunteers with the Mas- will narrow the ‘unlicensed sale’ help reduce gun violence in lawmakers to step up and Kara Waite sachusetts chapter of Moms loophole – through which mil- our cities by giving law en- close the loopholes that make Somerville, MA JANUARY 13, 2016••11

COMMENTARY

Our View Of The Times

It seems that most people we know have in situations where each must make way It is also pointed out that the cost of But is it unreasonable to consider the little or no opinion concerning an issue – or at least get along with – the other. adding bike lanes to our streets could be possibility that operating a vehicle of any that burns quite intensely for some of us. Many argue that cyclists need to be held partially offset by the revenues generated sort, be it pedal-powered or motorized, That is the question of how best to ac- accountable for their actions on the road- by this licensing and the fines that would should be treated equally, requiring li- commodate the growing use of cycling for ways by being licensed and insured. It is be collected from violators. censing and insurance? pleasure and commuting in our densely further argued that the bikes themselves We recognize that most cyclists do ride We need to strike a balance between en- packed city. should bear license plates so that offend- responsibly and should not be penalized couraging carbon-free commuting alter- Many of our narrow streets are unsuit- ers can be identified and penalized if and for the actions of the few bad apples that natives and applying common sense mea- able for dedicated biking lanes to be in- when they violate the law or endanger tend to give cycling a bad name in the sures to assure the common good for all. stalled. This leaves cyclists and motorists public safety. minds of some. It’s certainly something to think about.

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************************ Natasha at (617) 625-6600, ext. 2317. nual SGC plant sale. Please bring your January 14, 5:00–9:00 p.m., at at the Interested in giving back to your com- ************************ prepared food dish at 6:45 p.m. and not Argenziano School at 290 Washing- munity? If you are, the Somerville East Somerville Community School will before, as the room set-up crew needs ton Street. Council on Aging (SCOA) could be be having their Winter Concert on Jan- time to get the room ready. This meet- ************************ the place for you. The SCOA offers a uary 15 at 8:45 a.m. at ESCS, 50 Cross ing will be held tonight, Wednesday, Jan. The city’s Zoning meetings will discuss rich volunteer program with opportu- Street, in the Auditorium. The concert 13, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Tufts Admin- the ideas presented last year in the new nities to help with programming and will feature performances by students at istration Building, 167 Holland Street, zoning ordinance, respond to comments services for Somerville’s older adults. every grade, with students in K-6 per- Somerville. Meetings are on the second provided in the public review process, Every quarter, the agency hosts a “Vol- forming as grade level groups. You can floor, wheelchair accessible. Parking is and propose changes to the ordinance unteer Roundtable” devoted to giving also enjoy selections from the 5th/6th available on site and the building is a based upon this feedback. The meetings volunteers a forum to share experi- Choir and Strings programs. The grades short walk from the Davis Square T will be held at the Visiting Nurse Asso- ences and stories. Current SCOA vol- 7/8 Band, World Music Ensemble, and station, and is on the #87 bus route. All ciation Community Room, 259 Lowell unteers mingle with those interested Chorus will also perform. Somerville Garden Club meetings are Street. The next meeting will be held in learning more about the ways they ************************ free and the public is invited to attend. January 25, 2016 at 6:30 p.m., Residen- lend their time and skills to building Just about every non-profit organiza- For additional information please visit tial Neighborhoods Topics: Conserv- an age-friendly community. Volunteer- tion in Somerville has joined forces to www.somervillegardenclub.org. ing neighborhoods, building types, lot ing at the Somerville Council on Ag- organize a benefit for Warren Gold- ************************ dimensions. For a complete list of up- ing, explains Volunteer Coordinator stein-Gelb, an outstanding member Public benefits process continues this coming meeting go to the city’s website, Natasha Naim, LCSW, provides some- of the community, and director of the week. Two meetings are being held this http://www.somervillema.gov/. thing fun to do, while at the same time Welcome Project in Somerville. War- week to further the process to identify ************************ providing meaningful work. “These ren had severe health problems a few public benefits that could be attained The Art of Mental Health: A Night of roundtables are a great way for current months ago, and his recovery process in conjunction with a successful rede- Celebration. As part of the #Somer- and potential volunteers to meet each has left a long trail of bills to pay by his velopment program for Union Square villeSpeaks Young Mental Wellness and to learn from each other,” says family. The benefit will be held Febru- and to identify, prioritize and create a Ambassador Program, Teen Empow- Naim. “It’s an excellent way to combat ary 3 at 5 p.m. at Aeronaut Brewery, strategic plan for realizing these ben- erment, and Somerville’s Department isolation and build unity, and to help 14 Tyler St., Somerville. efits. The working group sessions are of Health and Human Services are people find ways to give back to the ************************ open to the public and will be held as hosting a night of celebration featur- community where they live.” The next Celebrate the 22nd Anniversary of the follows:· LOCUS Public Benefits Ses- ing live music, food, local art, and fun roundtable, and the first for 2016, is Somerville Garden Club. Bring an ap- sion II: Wednesday, January 13, 5:00– activities. The winners of the youth set for Friday, January 22nd at 10:00 petizer, veggie, pasta, entree, or dessert 9:00 p.m. at Aldermanic Chambers at writing and art contest will also be a.m. at 167 Holland Street in Somer- to share. There will also be a digital City Hall, 93 Highland Ave. LOCUS announced. Thursday, January 14 at 6 ville. For more information, contact photo presentation of images of the an- Public Benefits Session III: Thursday, p.m. at The Union, 11 Sanborn Ct. 12••JANUARY 13, 2016

Dream Weavers at Brickbottom Gallery

Honoring The Art Connection’s donating artists in their 20th year. A juried show of work by 40 amazing donating artists. Runs through Jan- uary 16 at Brickbottom Gallery, 1 Fitchburg St, Somerville, MA. JANUARY 13, 2016••13

Photos by Susan Collings 14••JANUARY 13, 2016

SPORTS SHS Girls Track edged out by Malden Third place finishers were By Louise Carpenter Maureen McNabb in the two The Somerville High School mile, Jehan Tavares-Mathurin in Girls Track Team lost an ex- the dash, Katia Mathews in the citing meet to Malden High 300 and Leighann Nguyen in School on Wednesday, January the 600. 6 at the SHS Fieldhouse, with a The Somerville High Girls re- final close score of 44-42. cord is now 2-1. The next meet Winning events for SHS was is Thursday, January 14 against Melissa Sanon, who won the Greater Lawrence Tech at 3:30 50-yard hurdles in a fast time of in the SHS Fieldhouse. 7.7 seconds. Sanon also won the The SHS Girls traveled to high jump with a leap of 4’10”. Dartmouth College on Satur- Alice Egar won a thrilling mile day, January 9 to compete at the race in a time of 6:20 and Ga- Dartmouth Relays that hosts brielle Etienne continued her competitors from all over New dominance in the shot put with England and Canada. a winning throw of 36’5”. Gabrielle Etienne showed Second places were earned by why she is one of the best Jackie Eloi in the hurdles and shot putters in New England high jump, Youdine Felix in with her second place finish. the dash, Lourdes Jean-Louis Her throw of 38’ 10 1/4” is in the 300, Fiona Borondy-Jen- her best of the year. Etienne kins in the 600 and Isabella is having a super season and Ferrari in the 1000. is close to her all-time per-

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Olio - (noun) A miscellaneous Gabrielle Etienne with her 2nd place medal in the Shot Put along with Coach Carl Stauffer. mixture, hodgepodge sonal best of 40’ 0”. Etienne mouth meet was Melissa Sa- both ran the dash and the 300. 1. What do J.C. Penney’s 7. What state is#508 the larg- is one of very few Massachu- non in the high jump and hur- Fiona Borondy-Jenkins com- initials stand for? est producer of turkeys? setts girls who have thrown dles, Jackie Eloi in the hurdles peted in the 600m and Isabella over 37’ this season. and dash and Youdine Felix Ferrari ran her best time ever 2. What product was 8. Diners Club was the the first to use animated first what? Also competing at the Dart- and Lourdes Jean-Louis who in the 1000m characters in its television commercials? 9. What film featured David Bowie co-starring Prospect Hill Academy Lady 3. To whom did Mahat- with Rosanna Arquette? ma Gandhi write for ad- vice on diet and exercise? 10. Who co-wrote the Wizards off to a fast start hit song Fame with David days from now through Feb. 3. ing the opposition to under 21 By Charles Lane 4. How many crates did it Bowie? They will also be hosting the points per contest. take to transport the Stat- The 2015-2016 girls’ high Kearny High School Kardinals The complete roster is as ue of Liberty from France 11. With whom did Da- school basketball season is in from New Jersey at Emmanuel follows: Ashley Cadet, Fros; to New York in 1885? vid Bowie sing the duet full swing and the Prospect Hill College in Boston at 10 a.m. on Kaleesha Joseph, Frosh; Agar Pretty Pink Rose? Academy Lady Wizards are at Saturday, January 23. All games Felix, Junior; Sarah Merina, 5. Who was the Roman the forefront. are open to the general public at Soph; Fabiana Paul, Soph; Niah god of war? 12. With whom was no charge. Carvalho, Senior; Habtom, David Bowie married to With a league record of 5-0, 6. What well-known before he died? PHA currently sits at the top To date, the PHA Lady Wiz- Soph; Fatima Benmimoun, millionaire died when the of Division I in the twenty ards, led by seniors Niah Car- Frosh; Sarah Blaise, Senior; Titanic sank? Answers on page 23 team Massachusetts Charter valho, Sarah Blaise and Karen- Imani Dottin, Soph; Thais Vel- School Athletic Organization ah Harewood, have an overall asquez, Soph; Marley Durham, (MCSAO). record of 7-0. They have over- Junior; Carla Minoche, Soph; The Lady Wizards have upcom- whelmed both league and non- Tracy Beauvois, Junior; Kate- ing home games at the Healey league opponents by scoring lynne Quinones, Soph; Karen- www.somervillema.com School in Somerville on Wednes- more than 46 points and hold- ah Harewood, Senior. www.medfordma.com Somerville Youth Hockey’s Learn to Skate (LTS) and Learn to Play Hockey (LTPH) Clinics To advertise in Rolling registration at the Veterans Memorial Rink on Somerville Avenue runs every Saturday The Somerville Times call until early March. LTS begins at 8 a.m.; LTPH at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $90 for Somerville resi- dents/$150 for non-residents. Make checks payable to Somerville Youth Hockey Association. Bobbie Toner: 617-666-4010 Questions? Please contact David Zraket at [email protected]. JANUARY 13, 2016••15

SHS Girls Varsity What’s on Somerville Basketball games Neighborhood News 2015 ​Somerville Neighborhood News​ Year In-Review​

Somerville Neighborhood News looks back at the top stories of 2015 and ahead at what they mean for the ‘Ville in the coming years. The Green Line Extension has lost momentum, can the MBTA and the Department of Transportation get it back on track? Plans for Union Square are moving forward, how will Green Line delays affect the progress?

As Assembly Square development continues, just across the river Wynn re- sorts continues to gain approvals for its resort casino. But that doesn’t mean Somerville isn’t fighting back. Home prices and rents continue to rise across Somerville. Affordable Housing advocates say they can’t wait for a citywide Zoning overhaul for relief. Munici- The Somerville High School Girls Varsity basketball team played a game against Malden on Friday, pal elections, changes at City Hall and at the School Department are all part of January 8, at the SHS Fieldhouse. The score was 47 to 47 in regulation, with Malden taking it in overtime, 50 to 47. The team plays at Everett High School next Friday. — Photos by Bobbie Toner a dynamic year in Somerville. These stories and more in SNN #56. 16••JANUARY 13, 2016

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LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT City of Somerville JOSEPH A. CURTATONE Mayor’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development MAYOR (OSPCD) RFP # 16-PS1 CD MICHAEL F. GLAVIN RFP # 16-ESG1 CD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The City of Somerville Mayor’s Office of Strategic Planning and Com- PLANNING DIVISION munity Development (OSPCD) invites sealed proposals for the LEGAL NOTICE 2016-2017 HUD Action Plan for the: OF PUBLIC HEARING Community Development Block Grant Program Emergency Solutions Grant Program. A public hearing for all interested parties will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the Alder- manic Chambers, 2nd Floor, Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA. Community Development Block Grant Program. Proposals must be for programs that provide Public Services to low- and moderate-income 35 Cutter St: (Case #ZBA 2013-85-R1-12/2015) Applicant and Owner, Boston XUZ, LLC, seeks a revision to Special Permit (ZBA 2013-85) under SZO residents of the City of Somerville. Bid Number RFP # 16-PS1_CD §5.3.8 in order to modify the number of dwelling units and make minor modifications to the design as specified in the Order of Remand from the Emergency Solutions Grant Program. Proposals must address the Massachusetts Land Court. The original proposal was to substantially alter a nonconforming structure under §4.4.1 and construct a three-family needs of homeless individuals and families in the City of Somerville. dwelling with nonconforming front and right side yards. Five parking spaces will be located in a garage. Zone RB. Ward 1. Funds for the Emergency Solutions Grant are provided by the federal 701 Broadway: (Case #ZBA 2015-58) Applicant, Bell Atlantic Mobile of Massachusetts Corporation, Ltd., d/b/a Verizon Wireless, represented by Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act. Bid Number RFP # its agent, Attorney Daniel D. Klasnick, seeks a Special Permit (SZO §7.11.15.3 and SZO §14) for a telecommunications facility and a Variance (SZO 16-ESG1 CD §3.2.2.c Section 6 C) to install a wireless communication structure . NB District. Ward 5. Request for Proposal packages for both programs may be picked up 278-280 Elm St: (Case #ZBA 2015-106) Applicant, NLP 280 Elm Street Davis Square, LLC, and Owner, Urban Equity Development Company, seek a at the OSPCD, Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, Third Floor, Special Permit with Design Review to establish a fast order food establishment under SZO §7.11.2.1.a and a Special Permit to not provide required Somerville, MA 02143 beginning at 8:30 A.M. Friday, January 15, 2016. parking per §9.5 & 9.13a. CBD zone. Ward 6. An electronic PDF file should be emailed toOSPCD@somervillema. 1157-1161 Broadway: (Case #ZBA 2015-109) Applicant Devon S. Trevelyan, and Owner Dionysos Realty Trust, seek a special permit to convert from gov and proposal packages must be submitted no later than a Business Services Use, to an establishment for the sale and playing of board games, that will also serve food and drinks, and for parking relief. 11:00 A.M. Thursday, February 11, 2016 for Public Services NB zone. Ward 6. 11:30 A.M. Thursday, February 11, 2016 for Emergency Solutions Grant at the above address. 221 Highland Ave: (Case #ZBA 2015-111) Applicant, Adrian M.K. Hartline, a.k.a Adrian Kucera-Hartline, seeks a Special Permit per SZO §4.4.1 to alter a non-conforming structure by constructing a dormer within the left side yard setback, RC zone. Ward 5. Please contact Penny Snyder, Contract Administrator x 2542, or email [email protected], for information and proposal packages 226 Pearl St: (Case #ZBA 2015-112) Applicant and Owner, John Tagiuri, Trustee of the 226 Pearl Street Realty Trust, seeks to add 1 residential unit and 3 artist studio spaces to the existing nonconforming building, which requires a Special Permit to alter the nonconforming lot area per dwelling Michael F. Glavin unit and FAR nonconformities under SZO §4.4.1. The basement space would be changing from storage/woodshop to Artist Studio Executive Director Space under §7.11.6.8, 4.5.1 & 4.5.3. A Special Permit to not provide required parking per §9.5 & 9.13a. BA zone. Ward 1. 617- 625-6600, x 2500 Copies of these applications are available for review in the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development, located 1/13/16 The Somerville Times on the third floor of City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA, Mon-Wed, 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Thurs, 8:30 am-7:30 pm; and Fri, 8:30 am-12:30 pm; and at www.somervillema.gov/planningandzoning. As cases may be continued to later dates, please check the agenda on the City’s website or call before attending. Continued cases will not be re-advertised. Interested persons may provide Commonwealth of Massachusetts comments to the Zoning Board of Appeals at the hearing or by submitting written comments by mail to OSPCD, Planning Division, The Trial Court 93 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143; by fax to 617-625-0722; or by email to [email protected]. Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street Attest: Dawn Pereira, Administrative Assistant Cambridge, MA. 02141 As published in The Somerville Times on 1/6/16 & 1/13/16. (617) 768- 5800 1/6/16, 1/13/16 The Somerville Times MIDDLESEX Division Docket No. MI 15P5817EA INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE Estate of : COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS William Frederick Boag SUFFOLK PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT First Name Middle Name Last Name 24 New Chardon Street Boston, MA. 02114 Also Known As: William F. Boag

Suffolk Division Docket No. SU15D2450DR Date of Death: February 22, 2015 DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Kindell, Stephen vs. Kindell, Gina Petitioner George D. Boag of Dracut MA . CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT First Name M.I. Last Name (City/Town) (State) To Defendant: JOSEPH A. CURTATONE [x ] a Will has been admitted to informal probate. MAYOR The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the MICHAEL F. GLAVIN [x] George D. Boag of Dracut MA Court grant a divorce for irretrievable breakdown of the marriage First Name M.I. Last Name (City/Town) (State) pursuant to G.L.c. 208 Sec.1B EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION has been informally appointed as the Personal Representative of the The Complaint is on file at the Court. estate to serve An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter pre- The Somerville Historic Preservation Commission (SHPC) shall hold [ ] with [x] without surety on the bond. venting you from taking any action which would negatively impact the a Public Hearing on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 6:40 p.m. in the Third Floor Community Room, at the Visiting Nurses Association (259 Lowell The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the current financial status of either party .SEE Supplemental Probate Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Court Rule 411 Street) regarding proposals by Fred Starikov: 1) to demolish a c.1874 wood frame house at 5 Smith Avenue; and 2) to demolish a c.1874 Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: wood frame house at 102 Beacon Street14 Kent Court. not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are en- Stephen Kindell titled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Rep- The subject of the hearing will be a review of the initial determina- 457 Old Colony Ave resentative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the tion by the SHPC that under the City of Somerville Zoning Ordinance South Boston, MA 02127-0003 estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administra- Section 7-28b(2), the structure is considered “Significant.” Public tes- tion. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute your answer, if any on or before 02/25/2016. If you fail to do so, the timony followed by discussion and a vote by the Commission will be formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You taken regarding if the building should be “Preferably Preserved.” For the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of further information, please contact (617) 625-6600 x 2500 or historic@ procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained the Register of this Court. somervillema.gov. from the Petitioner. Witness, Hon. Joan P. Armstrong, First Justice of this Court. 1/6/16, 1/13/16 The Somerville Times 1/13/16 The Somerville Times Date: December 11, 2015. Felix D. Arroyo Register of Probate Legal Notices can be downloaded from our Web site: www.TheSomervilleTimes.com 1/13/16 The Somerville Times

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SENIOR CENTER HAPPENINGS: Welcome to our centers. Everyone 55+ is encouraged February 25 at 7:30 P.M.: Bass Department Student 55+ Space is limited so sign up early. to join us for fitness, culture, films, lunch and Bingo. Concert; Thursday, March 10th at 7:30 P.M.: Eighth Weekly Exercise Class Schedule Our centers are open to everyone from Somerville and Annual Guitar Night: R&B / Funk Showcase; Monday, Holland = (H) Ralph & Jenny = (RJ) Cross Street = (C) surrounding communities. Check out our calendar and March 21 at 7:30 P.M.: Maggie Scott: Vocal Jazz Series. Mondays: give a call with any questions or to make a reservation. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 8:30 Walking / Talking Group (H) 617-625-6600 ext. 2300. Stay for lunch and receive free Friendly Caller Program - Do you know someone who 8:30 Fit-4-Life Group C (H) transportation. could benefit from a friendly call? Maybe you are feeling 12:00 Nutrition Counseling with Mimi (H) All clubs and groups welcome new members. isolated and want someone to talk to – or you just want 1:00 Fit-4-Life (H) Holland Street: 167 Holland Street someone to listen. Please call Natasha at 617-625-6600 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. ext. 2300 to sign up for our “Friendly Caller” Program. Tuesdays: 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 Please note that the Fit-4-Life Walking & Talking Group 9:15 Strengthening - $3 per class (H) Cross Street Center: 165 Broadway is on hiatus until Spring Time. We will keep you posted. 10:30 Fit-4-Life Cross Street* (C) Tuesday & Wednesday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The trip to Culinary Arts at SHS scheduled for Tuesday, 1:00 Dalcroze Eurhythmics - $2.00 (H) (617) 625-6600 Ext. 2335 January 26th is BOOKED. 6:00 LBT Fit 4 Life (H) Ralph and Jenny Center: 9 New Washington Street, LGBT EVENTS: Wednesdays: Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. LGBTQ Advisory Group –This group meets the 2nd 8:45 Fit 4 Life* Group A (H) (617) 666-5223. Monday of every month excluding City Holidays and 9:00 Fit 4 Life* Group B (H) Cross Street Center – 165 Broadway –There are pro- snow emergencies. We are looking for new members 12:00 Fit 4 Life* Group C (H) grams and services for YOU at our Cross Street Center who would like to serve on the Advisory Group. Please 5:15 Zumba for All - $3 per class (H) we have low-cost, healthy, hot lunch program, English call Maureen Bastardi at 617-625-6600, ext. 2316 or Thursdays: Conversation Practice, Creative Arts Programming, Multi- email at [email protected] if you have any 9:00 Yoga (H) cultural Programming and Fit-4-Life exercise. Our English questions or if you should need additional information. 9:30 Strengthening - $3 per class (RJ) Conversation Practice Group meets every Tuesday, LBT Women Fit-4-Life - Classes are Tuesday and 10:30 Fit 4 Life (C) Wednesday and Thursday at 10:00 A.M. The Conver- Thursday evenings starting at 6:00 P.M. $10 a month 6:00 LBT Fit 4 Life* sation continues through a healthy home-made lunch. fee - scholarships available & it just might be covered For more information or to make a reservation for lunch under your insurance. We have available slots and would Fridays: please contact Janine Lottie at 617-625-6600, ext. 2335. love to have you. If you have any questions or require 8:45 Fit 4 Life* Group A She will be happy to tell you about the group and other additional information, please contact Chris Kowaleski at 9:55 Fit 4 Life* Group B programs we have to offer at our Cross Street Center. 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300. 11:00 Nutrition Counseling with Mimi Drop In Creativity – Wednesday, January 13 and The Moonlighters – Meets every Monday at 10:30 *All Fit 4 Life classes are $10/month and require pre-reg- Wednesday, January 27 – 1:00 P.M. at our Cross Street A.M. and runs September through June. Led by istration**If you are interested in our Yoga classes, please Center located at 165 Broadway. Local artist Emily Somerville Youth Arts Coordinator, Jimmy DelPonte, the call Chris Kowaleski, our Health & Wellness Coordinator Bhargava has prepared great “make and take” creations Moonlighters are an older version of the SunSetters. If at 617-625-6600, Ext. 2315. for participants. Bring your creativity and enthusiasm. you like to sing then this group is for you. Sometimes Upcoming Schedule Pre-registration is suggested but not required. Call taking their skills on the road. Contact our main office Holland = (H) Ralph & Jenny = (RJ) Cross Street = (C) Janine at 617-625-6600 ext. 2325 for additional infor- at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 if you should require addi- mation. tional information. Wednesday|January 13 Afternoon at the Movies – Tuesday, January 19 – 12:30 Brain Games – Meets the first Tuesday of each month 10:00 English Conversation (C) P.M. in the Atrium of our Holland Street Center. This starting at 10:00 A.M. This group is facilitated by our 11:30 Lunch (RJ, C) month we are showing, “The Age of Adaline” starring volunteers Eileen Jones & Jan Ciganelli. Engaging as a 12:45 Bingo (RJ) Blake Lively & Harrison Ford. The movie runs 1 hour and group in brain healthy activities.Proven that keeping the 1:00 Bowling at Flatbreads 52 minutes. Please reserve your spot by calling Jose- mind active can actually reverse the signs of aging and 1:00 Drop-in Creativity (C) phine at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300. improve memory and cognitive functioning. Contact Thursday|January 14 Volunteer Roundtable – Friday, January 22 – From the main office at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to sign up! 10:00 English Conversation (C) 10:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. at our Holland Street Center English Conversations – Meets every Tuesday & Thurs- – Join us and learn about “community participation.” 10:00 Current Events (H) day from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P. M. and 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 Knitting for Babies (RJ) This social gathering is designed to bring current SCOA 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday at our Cross Street Center volunteers together as well as welcoming new commu- 10:00 Cards (RJ) located at 165 Broadway. Janine Lotti, Senior Projects 11:00 Computer tutorial with Barbara (H) nity members. For more information or to register for Manager and Sandy Francis, Cross Street Center Volun- this event please call Natasha at 617-625-6600, ext. 11:30 Lunch (H, RJ, C) teer work together to facilitate this group. No books, no 12:45 Bingo (H, RJ) 2300. tests, no stress – just a great group of older adults from Friday|January 15 Foundations of Knowledge Lecture Series – The all over the world who help each other to listen, speak Power of Poetry – Monday, January 25 at 10:00 A.M. at and learn English.*Please see “Upcoming Schedule” for 11:30 Lunch (H) our Holland Street Center. Featuring local poet, national possible time change. 12:45 Bingo (H) and international editor and publisher, Gloria Mindock. Current Events Group – Meets every Thursday from Monday|January 18 For details and information, place contact Janine Lotti 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. Our Social Worker, Natasha Naim, All Centers Closed at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300. You can learn more about facilitates this group. Join a group of your peers to MLK Jr. Holiday Gloria at http://www.cervenabarvapress.com discuss current events. Please call Natasha at 617-625- Tuesday|January 19 Holiday Inn Dance – Monday, January 25 – 11:00 A.M. 6600 Ext. 2300 for info. 10:00 English Conversation (C) to 2:00 P.M. – 30 Washington Street – A fee of $17 STAY ACTIVE: will get you a terrific lunch, great music and wonderful 10:00 Knitting for Babies (RJ) Walking & Talking Group – Starting on Monday, May friends. Please contact Connie at 617-625-6600, ext. 10:00 Cards (RJ) 4th at 8:30 A.M. – out of our Holland Street Center. 2300 for more information or to reserve your spot. 11:30 Lunch (RJ, C) We’ll take a gentle 30 minute walk around the commu- 12:00 Computer tutorial with Norbert (H) Luncheon at Highlander Café – in the High School nity every Monday – meeting in the downstairs lobby of 12:45 Bingo (RJ) Atrium. Tuesday, January 26 – $10 includes chicken the Holland Street Center. Become more active – make 6:00 Caregivers Support Group (H) parmigiana or baked haddock lunch. Limited seating. new friends – boost your brain power – feel healthier. Wednesday|January 20 Call Connie at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300 to reserve your For more information or to sign up please contact Chris spot. Doors open at 10:45 A.M. Kowaleski our Health & Wellness Coordinator at 617- 10:00 English Conversation (C) Planning for the Future – Tuesday, January 26 – From 625-6600 ext. 2315. 11:30 Lunch (RJ, C) 12:45 Bingo (RJ) 5 to 7 p.m. at our Holland Street Center. Planning your The award winning Fit-4-Life Program is NOW at our life for the future is difficult. We will have a financial Cross Street Center – 165 Broadway – And there are 1:00 Bowling at Flatbreads planner, an attorney as well as a funeral home profes- still some open spots. A unique combination of exercise 5:00 Supper & Bingo (H) sional present. Please call 617-625-6600, ext. 2300 to and nutritional support opportunity under the direct DID YOU KNOW? register. supervision of a certified exercise trainer and participate Berklee College of Music Series – 5 dates. This is in individual and group counseling with a nutritionist. We have a Facebook page. Check us out at www.face- a free event. Outings to see the country’s next big The cost to you is $10.- a month that gives you access book.com/somervilleCOA. vocal, instrumental and theatre stars! Pre-registration to fitness & nutritional Fit-4-Life classes each week. Lim- You can receive our monthly newsletter that is always is required. Very limited seating. Please call 617-625- ited scholarships are available – Need more information? filled with useful and important information. For a $5.00 6600, Ext. 2300 to reserve your spot. Monday, February Please contact Chris Kowaleski our Health & Wellness yearly fee you can receive it via the U.S. Postal service or 1 at 7:30 P.M.: Songwriting Faculty Concert; Monday, Coordinator at 617-625-6600 ext. 2315 or email him a free version can be sent electronically. Please contact February 22 at 7:00 P.M.: Harp Extravaganza; Thursday, at [email protected] This is for older adults Connie at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 to sign up. 18••JANUARY 13, 2016

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Claudia Schmidt The Burren Tones, Brett West $5 cover|9 Roy Sludge Trio |6 p.m. CHILDREN AND YOUTH 17 Holland St|617-776-2004 Front Room p.m. One Thin Dime|9 p.m. Wednesday|January 13 Sally O’Brien’s Bar Acoustic/Bluegrass|9:30 p.m. 335 Somerville Ave|617-666- 335 Somerville Ave|617-666- East Branch Library Free Poker, lots of prizes! Back Room 3589 3589 Preschool: Storytime 6 p.m.|335 Somerville Ave|617- Backroom Series: MoJo RoDeO The Burren The Burren 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m.|115 Broad- Blues|7 p.m. 666-3589 Backroom Series Ariel Strasser Front Room: way L80’s night with Scattershot|10 The Burren and That One Eyed Kid|7 p.m. Bluegrass Session|2 p.m. p.m. Thursday|January 14 Front Room Cover-Up|10 p.m. The BagBoys|5 p.m. 247 Elm Street|617-776-6896 Central Library Exile on Elm 247 Elm Street|617-776-6896 Irish Session|9:30 p.m. Preschool: Storytime for 3 to 5 Back Room P.A.’s Lounge P.A.’s Lounge Back Room year olds Backroom Series Rebetopara| Gigantic Ant Elegy Back Room Series:Frances Black, 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m.| 79 High- Greek music for the “Under- Foliage Echoframe Aoife Scott & Fionán de Barra land Avenue class”|7 p.m. The Northeastern Railroads Once Legends with Tommy McCarthy & Louise Comedy Night With Steve Ma- 345 Somerville Ave Ana Sapphira Costello|7 p.m. Friday|January 15 cone|10 p.m. On The Hill Tavern 345 Somerville Ave Spike the Punch|10 p.m. Central Library 247 Elm Street|617-776-6896 Live DJ Music Orleans Restaurant and Bar 247 Elm Street|617-776-6896 Preschool: Storytime for 2 year P.A.’s Lounge 499 Broadway|617-629-5302 DJ olds P.A.’s Lounge Bucky Bear Orleans Restaurant and Bar 10 p.m.|65 Holland St 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m.| 79 Highland Japanese Monster Conor Hennessy 65 Holland St|617-591-2100 Avenue On The Hill Tavern TBA Tyler Alderson Bull McCabe’s 499 Broadway |617-629-5302 Job Creators Saturday|January 16 Mike Debenedictis Dub Down Reggae Orleans Restaurant and Bar Bearplane Leah Harmon Somerville Recreation KickOff 366A Somerville Ave|617-440- DJ starting at 10 p.m. 345 Somerville Ave Alex McCue Fair 6045 65 Holland St|617-591-2100 Orleans Restaurant and Bar 1 p.m.|Somerville High School Amanda Picciche Joshua Tree Karaoke 345 Somerville Ave Bull McCabe’s Tuesday|January 19 256 Elm St. |617-623-9910 TBA 65 Holland St On The Hill Tavern Central Library Samba Bar & Grille 366A Somerville Ave|617-440- 499 Broadway|617-629-5302 On the Hill Tavern Homeschool Reading Group for 608 Somerville Ave|617-718- 6045 Live DJ Music Orleans Restaurant and Bar Ages 12-14 9177 Joshua Tree 499 Broadway|617-629-5302 65 Holland St|617-591-2100 Tammy McKanan-617-591-0216 Somerville Theatre DJ McRiddleton Bull McCabe’s 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.| 79 Highland Bull McCabe’s Pub Awkward Compliment’s Thursday 256 Elm St. |617-623-9910 TBA Avenue The A-Beez – Funk & Soul Night Comedy Night Samba Bar & Grille 366A Somerville Ave|617-440- 366A Somerville Ave|617-440- West Branch Library 8 p.m.|55 Davis Square Live music 6045 Preschool Storytime 6045 Thunder Road 9 p.m.|608 Somerville Ave|617- Joshua Tree 11 a.m.-11:45 a.m.|40 College Highland Kitchen Breakfast For The Boys|7 p.m. 718-9177 DJ El Sid! Avenue 150 Highland Ave|617-625-1131 379 Somerville Ave Casey’s 256 Elm St. |617-623-9910 East Branch Library Samba Bar & Grille Arts at the Armory Entertainment every Friday Samba Bar & Grille Read to Bead Winter Reading 608 Somerville Ave|617-718- Jeremiah Tall 173 Broadway|617- 625-5195 Live Band & DJ Club 9177 7 p.m.|Cafe|191 Highland Ave Thunder Road 608 Somerville Ave|617-718- Meghan Forsell-617-623-5000 Joshua Tree Bar & Grill Davis Square Theatre Jugghead (Reggae/Rock)|8 p.m. 9177 x2970 Pub Trivia Gad Elmaleh- Sold Out 2 p.m.- 6 p.m.| 115 Broadway 379 Somerville Ave Casey’s 8:30 p.m.|256 Elm Street|(617) 255 Elm Street Central Library 623-9910 Arts at the Armory Entertainment every Saturday Friday|January 15 Richard Cambridge’s Poets’ 173 Broadway|617- 625-5195 Somerville High School Anime Thunder Road Theatre Club Bearly Dead – Wednesday Night Johnny D’s Thunder Road 7 p.m.|Café|191 Highland Ave Emmanuel Mukadi Grateful Dead Residency Robin Lane & The Chartbusters DreamStar Studios & Vintage 2:45 p.m.-4:30 p.m.| 79 High- 8 p.m.|379 Somerville Ave FarwellPerformance! With Very Davis Square Theatre Truth Creatives Present Soul land Avenue Special Guests Laurie Sargent and Gad Elmaleh- Sold Out Search Saturday – An R&B / Soul Thursday|January 14 Ruby Rose Fox (solo) - followed Wednesday |January 20 255 Elm Street / Reggae / Poetry Showcase! Johnny D’s by a viewing of Tim Jackson’s film 8 p.m.|379 Somerville Ave East Branch Library 17 Holland St|617-776-2004 “When Things Go Wrong”, based Saturday|January 16 Preschool: Storytime Arts at the Armory Sally O’Brien’s on Robin’s life and career! 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Wednesday, January 13 6:00pm Color In Your Life 12:30pm Color In Your Life 1:00pm Visual Radio 6:00am Life Matters 6:30pm Somerville Neighborhood News 1:00pm Henry Parker Presents 2:00pm The Literati Scene 6:30am Exercise With Robyn 7:00pm Taking Back Your Health (Live call-in) 1:30pm SCATV Bulletin Board 2:30pm Hollywood Makeover Show 7:00am The Struggle 7:30pm Let’s Talk About Real Estate 2:00pm Somerville Local First 3:00pm Exercise With Robyn 7:30am Somerville Neighborhood News 8:00pm Fouye Zo Nan Kalalou (Live call-in) 3:00pm Telemagazine 3:30pm MAPS 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 9:30pm Music Mania Television 4:00pm Chef’s Table Series 4:00pm Free Speech Television 9:00am Legacies 10:00pm Throwback Thursday! 5:00pm Tele Kreyol 5:00pm Telegalaxie 9:30am All Things Victorian 11:00pm Rare Groove Revolution 6:00pm Effort Pour Christ 6:00pm Somerville Local First 11:30pm MAPS 7:00pm JuPrey Promotions 10:00am Color In Your Life 7:00pm Let’s Talk About Somerville Real Estate 8:00pm David Pakman (Free Speech TV) 10:30am Rare Groove Revolution Friday, January 15 7:30pm Music Mania Television 9:00pm Nossa Gente e Costumes 11:00am Chef’s Table Series 6:00pm Fakkahar Speaks 8:00pm The Somerville Line 12:00pm Free Speech TV 6:30pm Healthy Hypnosis 10:00pm Open Line News with Davey D 11:00pm Gay News USA (Free Speech TV) 9:00pm Dedilhando au Saudade 1:30pm Physicians Focus 7:00am Poet to Poet/Writer to Writer 10:00pm Bate Papo com Shirley 2:00pm SCATV Bulletin Board 7:30am Hollywood Makeover Show Sunday, January 17 11:00pm Talking About Somerville 2:30pm Road To Recovery 8:00am Democracy Now! 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(Free Speech TV) 10:00pm Dog House TV 8:00pm Telemagazine 3:30pm Physicians Focus 9:00am Esoteric Science 10:30pm Fallon’s Daily Toast 9:00pm Cinema Somerville Presents 4:00pm Ring of Fire (Free Speech TV) 9:30am Somerville Pundits 11:00pm Acronym TV (Free Speech TV) 11:00pm SCATV Bulletin Board 5:00pm Poet to Poet/Writer to Writer 10:00am Dead Air Live 11:30pm SCATV Bulletin Board 11:30pm Rare Groove Revolution 11:00am Hollywood Makeover Show Saturday, January 16 Monday, January 18 5:30pm The Literati Scene 11:30am Person 2 Person 6:00am Life Matters 6:00am Health Is Wealth 6:00pm The Struggle! 12:00pm The Thom Hartman Show 6:30am Eat Well Be Happy 6:30am Fallon’s Daily Toast 6:30pm Music Mania Television 1pm-3pm SCATV Cooking Bloc 7:00am Sci-Fi Journal 7:00pm Healthy Hypnosis 7:00pm Somerville Neighborhood News 1:00pm Chef’s Table Series 8:00am Physicians Focus 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 7:30pm Greater Somerville 2:00pm Eat Well Be Happy 8:30am Jeff Jam Sing Song Show 9:00am The Stephanie Miller Show (Free Speech TV) 8:00pm Dead Air Live 2:30pm Cooking with Georgia and Dez 9:00am Math With Matthew 10:00am SCATV Bulletin Board 9:00pm Henry Parker Presents 3:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 9:30am Somerville Neighborhood News 10:30am Somerville Neighborhood News 9:30pm Maps 4:00pm Free Speech Television 10:00am Tele Galaxie 11:00am All Things Victorian 10:00pm SCATV Bulletin Board 5:00pm Poet to Poet/Writer to Writer 11:00am Haitian Poetry 11:30am Art at SCATV 10:30pm Reeling The Review Show 5:30pm All Things Victorian 12:00pm All Things Victorian 12:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show 11:00pm The David Pakman Show CITY TV 22 (Comcast) | 13 (RCN) Schedule

Wednesday, January 13 2:21am Voices of Somerville - Nov-Dec 2015 9:00pm Connecting Communities “Veterans’ Affairs” 6:30pm Connecting Communities “Veterans’ Affairs” 9:00am 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies 2:49am Talking Business 9:30pm Multicultural Union Sq Meeting - Espanol 7:00pm Talking Business 12:00pm School Committee Meeting – REPLAY 8:30am Sit & Be Fit Allamerican Workout Sunday, January 17 7:36pm Veterans in the ‘Ville 3:30pm First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill 2016 9:00am Talking Business 12:00am Symphony Park Ribbon Cutting 8:00pm 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies 6:30pm SomerViva em Português 9:36am Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 12:15am Square Flair 10:25pm SomerViva nan Kreyol 7:00pm Voices of Somerville - Nov-Dec 2015 12:00pm George Dilboy 12:30am First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill 2016 Tuesday, January 19 7:30pm First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill 2016 12:42pm Square Flair 1:29am 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies 12:00am Senior Circuit 8:30pm Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 12:52pm Seriously Somerville w/ Jimmy Del Ponte 9:00am Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 12:30am Metal, Cars, & Meat 9:00pm Upcoming Meeting Agenda for BOA 1:17pm Somerville: Past & Present 12:00pm Senior Circuit 1:33am Chamber of Commerce Dinner 2015 Thursday, January 14 2:10pm Voices of Somerville - Nov-Dec 2015 12:30pm Connecting Communities “Veterans’ Affairs” 2:47am Ames Historic Project - Family Interview 2:39pm Aldermen at Work 1:00pm George Dilboy 8:30am Sit & Be Fit Allamerican Workout 12:00am Raising Families 4:00pm Fit-4-Life Home Exercise Program 2 12:30am 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies 1:42pm Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 9:00am Chamber of Commerce Dinner 2015 6:00pm 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies 2:07pm Somerville: Past & Present 12:00pm Senior Circuit 2:55am SomerViva en Español 8:30pm George Dilboy 3:17am Espiritu Latino 3:01pm Veterans in the ‘Ville 12:30pm Chamber of Commerce Breakfast 9:12pm Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 3:25pm SomerViva en Español 1:41pm Talking Business 8:00am Fit-4-Life Home Exercise Program 2 9:37pm Aldermen at Work 8:30am Sit & Be Fit Allamerican Workout 6:30pm SomerViva en Español 2:17pm Seriously Somerville w/ Jimmy Del Ponte 10:07pm First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill 2016 7:00pm Senior Circuit 2:42pm Navigating Addiction: A Community Forum 9:00am Raising Families Saturday, January 16 9:30am Congressional Update 7:30pm Seriously Somerville w/ Jimmy Del Ponte 6:30pm Raising Families 12:00pm Senior Circuit 12:00am 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies 7:55pm Aldermen at Work 7:00pm Senior Circuit 12:28pm Moonlighters Christmas at VNA 2:25am Talking Business 8:30pm Board of Aldermen Meeting – REPLAY 7:30pm Chamber of Commerce Breakfast 12:56pm Inside Market Basket 3:01am Seriously Somerville w/ Jimmy Del Ponte Monday, January 18 8:41pm Seriously Somerville w/ Jimmy Del Ponte 1:48pm Square Flair 8:30am Sit & Be Fit Allamerican Workout 12:00am Board of Aldermen Meeting – REPLAY 9:06pm Talking Business 2:00pm First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill 2016 9:00am Symphony Park Ribbon Cutting 4:00am Aldermen at Work 9:42pm First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill 2016 3:00pm Seriously Somerville w/Jimmy Del Ponte 9:15am Connecting Communities “Veterans’ Affairs” 9:00am First Flag Raising at Prospect Hill 2016 10:42pm Somerville and the First Telephone 4:15pm Upcoming Meeting Agenda 12:00pm Congressional Update 10:00am Somerville and the First Telephone Wednesday, January 20 7:00pm Board of Aldermen Meeting - LIVE 12:30pm Talking Business 10:47am SomerViva nan Kreyol 12:00am Senior Circuit Friday, January 15 1:06pm 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies 12:00pm Board of Aldermen Meeting – REPLAY 12:30am ADA Presentation 3:30pm Symphony Park Ribbon Cutting 3:30pm Raising Families 2:51am Talking Business 12:00am ADA Presentation 6:30pm 2016 Inaugural Ceremonies Educational TV 15 Schedule

Wednesday, January 13 12:00am: Our Schools, Our City 7:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 3:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 9:00am: WHCS Winter Concert 12:30am: SHS Girls Basketball v NDA Hingham 9:00pm: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 5:00pm: Our Schools, Our City 10:00am: Grooversity Festival 2015 2:00am: SHS Hockey v Everett 11:00pm: Healey School Winter Concert 6:00pm: SHS Hockey vs Matignon 12:00pm: All City Middle School Winter Concert 9:00am: SHS Hockey v Wakefield Sunday, January 17 8:00pm: El Sistema Concert - Community in Harmony 10:15am: SHS Girls Basketball v Dracut 1:30pm: SHS Hockey v Wakefield 12:00am: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 9:00pm: Argenziano Winter Concert 12:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball vs Hampshire 3:00pm: SHS Winter Concert 2:00am: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 10:15pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 1:30pm: SHS Girls Basketball vs Hampshire 6:00pm: WHCS Winter Concert 4:00am: Public Domain Theater - January Tuesday, January 19 7:00pm: Grooversity Festival 2015 3:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball vs Burke HS 9:00am: SHS Girls Basketball v NDA Hingham 9:00pm: All City Middle School Winter Concert 5:00pm: Our Schools, Our City 10:30am: SHS Girls’ Basketball v Medford 12:00am: SHS Hockey v Wakefield 10:30pm: SHS Hockey v Wakefield 5:30pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Boston English 12:30pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Boston English 1:15am: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden Thursday, January 14 7:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 2:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 9:00am: Our Schools, Our City 10:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 12:00am: SHS Winter Concert 4:00pm: SHS Hockey v Everett 10:00am: Argenziano Winter Concert Saturday, January 16 2:35am: SHS Boys Basketball vs Hampshire 5:30pm: Our Schools, Our City 11:15am: SHS Hockey vs Matignon 4:00am: SHS Boys Basketball vs Burke HS 12:00am: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 6:00pm: SHS Girls Basketball v NDA Hingham 12:30pm: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 2:00am: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 7:15pm: SHS Girls’ Basketball v Medford 9:00am: SHS Boys Basketball vs Hampshire 2:30pm: SHS Girls Basketball v NDA Hingham 4:00am: Public Domain Theater - January 9:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Boston English 10:30am: SHS Boys Basketball vs Burke HS 4:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 9:00am: Healey School Winter Concert 10:30pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 12:30pm: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 6:00pm: Our Schools, Our City- Ready for Kindergarten 3:00pm: Our Schools, Our City 10:00am: WSNS Winter Concert Monday, January 18 7:00pm: Argenziano Winter Concert 4:00pm: Early Childhood Literacy Fair 11:00am: Our Schools, Our City 12:30am: SHS Hockey v Everett 8:15pm: SHS Hockey vs Matignon 5:00pm: SHS Hockey v Everett 12:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett 2:00am: Public Domain Theater - January 6:30pm: SHS Boys Basketball vs Hampshire 2:00pm: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 9:00am: Our Schools, Our City 9:30pm: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 8:00pm: SHS Boys Basketball vs Burke HS 4:00pm: Healey School Winter Concert 10:00am: SHS Hockey vs Matignon 12:00am: SHS Girls Basketball v NDA Hingham 10:00pm: SHS Girls Basketball vs Malden 5:00pm: WSNS Winter Concert 12:00pm: El Sistema Concert 1:15am: SHS Boys Basketball v Everett Friday, January 15 6:00pm: Our Schools, Our City 1:00pm: Argenziano Winter Concert 3:00am: SHS Hockey v Everett JANUARY 13, 2016••23

OFF THE SHELF by Doug Holder Somerville’s Ibbetson Street Press celebrates the release of the 38th issue of the literary magazine Ibbetson Street – Jan 13, 2016 In 1998, in a Brueger’s Bagel shop in Cambridge, Mass. the Ibbetson Street Press was founded by Doug Holder, Dianne Robitaille, and Richard Wilhelm. Since then the Press has put out 38 issues of the magazine Ibbetson Street, and has SOMERVILLE published close to 100 collections of poetry and some memoir. Ibbetson Street has been includ- edited by Doug Holder ed in the Pushcart Anthology, featured in such yrical noted websites as Poetry Daily and Verse Daily, LPoet Dan Sklar is a profes- and has published the work of hundreds of po- sor of Creative Writing at ets since its inception. Endicott College in Bever- The press was located on 33 Ibbetson Street ly, Mass. and a colleague of in Somerville until 2001, but now is located on mine. Here is a slice of life he School Street in Union Square in Somerville, wrote about in Gloucester, Mass. In the current issue you will see poetry by Mass. the likes of Marge Piercy, Andrea Cohen, Ted Doug Holder (left), Dan Sklar (right) Kooser and many others. We are also grateful to have great photographs on our front and back opinions covers by Glenn Bowie and Jennifer Matthews. Lawrence Kessenich has an insightful review of i’m standing outside the gallery thinking about bukow- Endicott Professor Charlotte Gordon’s new book, Ibbetson will be having a reading at the ski and looking through the window at the people with Romantic Outlaws: The Extraordinary Lives of Mary Somerville Central Library on Highland Ave. in wine glasses in their hand looking at the art and there Wollstonecraft and Her Daughter Mary Shelley. Somerville. A potluck dinner will be served at 6 Our core staff of Harris Gardner (Poetry Ed- p.m., and the reading will start at 7 p.m. Open are gloucester bums in there for the free wine and don’t itor), Lawrence Kessenich ( Managing Editor), to the public. look much different from the art lovers and i’m thinking Rene Schwiesow (Managing Editor), and Steve ______about bukowski and his opinions which he had plenty Glines (Designer) have produced another fine is- Ibbetson Street is now affiliated with Endicott College of them and mostly correct in my opinion and next door sue as usual. in Beverly, Mass. is this big xmas tree sculpture made out of lobster traps with colored lights and buoys painted with things like a whale and a cat and a fishing boat and smiles and what Somerville Family Learning Collaborative Event not hanging all over it and you can walk inside and kids Thursday, January 14, 6:00-7:00 p.m.: SFLC Parent Chat and people are walking in and taking pictures and two – Balancing Work and Family. Join SFLC staff and fel- guys come along that look like working guys in blue jeans, low Somerville parents for a focused conversation on bal- plaid jackets, and watch caps and they walk through and one says he’d like to live in there and the other says ancing work and family. This is one in a series of conversa- it would be a great club house for kids and they see me tions on parenting topics. For parents of children age birth standing outside the gallery and they look in and say to to 5 years old. The conversation will be held in English; me “you like that kind of art, the abstract stuff, looks like interpretation available upon request. Cummings School wallpaper” and i figure they are gloucester artists of the Building, 42 Prescott St., Room 14. fishing boats and rocks and water and sky kind which i like too and they walk on quickly bumping into each oth- er heading to the nearest bar even though i say there’s free From on page 14 wine in there they don’t ask me to come along and i’m To thinking about bukowski looking in at the gallery where advertise Ms. Cam’s everyone is talking in little groups and looking at the art and everyone is happy and loves the paintings and more in people go in and tell the artist how they love it and they The are old hippies and art teachers and college administra- Somerville tors and bankers and writers i’m thinking how bukowski Answers couldn’t stand robert creeley and charles olsen and the Times 1. James Cash black mountain school or any school for that matter, but call 7. California i say let them write what they want to write and if people 2. Ajax Cleanser featured like it then they do, he preferred the bums and fisherman Bobbie the Ajax pixies 8. Credit card and gamblers and bricklayers and factory workers to the Toner: 3. Strongman Charles At- 9. The Linguini Incident so called poets and their schools, me too, and i’m thinking las these things standing in the night gloucester air and can 617-666-4010 10. John Lennon smell the terrific lobster traps. 4. 214 The 11. Adrian Belew — Dan Sklar 5. Mars Norton Group 12. Fashion model Iman 6. John Jacob Astor To have your work considered for the Lyrical send it to: Buying or Selling? Doug Holder, 25 School St.; Somerville, MA 02143. [email protected] www.thenortongroupre.com 24••JANUARY 13, 2016