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EDITORIALEDITORIAL The ‘Pats’ Redefine ‘Shock and Awe’ t’s not over till it’s over.” come back from that far behind This is a saying that’s (28-3) in a to win “Ibeen around forever. it. But determination, incred- But, after last Sunday’s Super ible skill and a whole lot of heart Bowl, it has been revived, reju- and soul - as this team clearly venated and repeated nonstop by displays - can work wonders. It countless surely did. fans of both the full time, die hard We don’t believe luck was in- variety, and the newly converted. volved at all. With all the abilities We’d be willing to bet that, they possess, both physical and whether we admitted it or not, spiritual, who needs luck? So, quite a few of us watching the Congratulations and thank you, game were not feeling too confi- once again, New England Patriots dent about a ‘Pats’ win, until the for another great season with the third quarter. Never has a team best finale ever. You are amazing.

“The N.E. Patriots Super Bowl win should remind us all of that old saying: It’s not over till it’s over” - Tony Christiani

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vershadowing all the events under pressure’ it is certainly them. by many of our readers: “Goodell stars love America and our nation’s taking place in Washington, I can’t remember when I’ve seen looked a bit DEFLATED”. The Anthem and always sing it proudly. O the rest of the country so many of our neighbors this much-anticipated halftime show Could anything have been and around the world - at least as happy and ready to celebrate. And by Lady Gaga was not an anti- improved upon for Super Bowl far as people in New England are celebrate they did after the game Trump political rant like so many LI? Not the game. The 4th quarter concerned (and yes, maybe the folks ended and celebrate they continued in Hollywood and in the news will live in the memory of millions in Atlanta too) - is of course last to do on Tuesday in the streets of media had demanded she do. This forever and easily made up for the Sunday’s Super Bowl. So, for this Boston for the victory parade. Oh infuriated the professional protesters scare during the first three. Well, week and maybe just a bit longer, what, it was rainy, snowy, windy but delighted the fans. Instead, she in addition to canning the majority why not stay on topic? and cold for the parade? Talking to started off the show with the song of the governing body at the NFL, What does the incredible the celebrants that day, few noticed ‘God Bless America’ and actually Goodell high among them, the turnaround in last Sunday’s game tell and even fewer cared. It was party brought a unifying theme to the commercials, which have been part us? Among other things, that against time and party they did. performance to the stage. I’m no big of the highlights of the Super Bowl all odds, if you remain calm and The game of course was the main fan of Lady G, but credit should be experience to many left much to be composed and tap into your talent thing on people’s minds, but there given where due. She was great. Her desired. Traditionally, Super Bowl and skills that you know you have, were a few other related issues that show was a refreshing improvement commercials have been creative, giving up or letting down in your played into it all. Such as? from the disgraceful cop-hating act heartwarming, and happy and in determination to win should never How satisfying was it to watch by Beyoncé the previous year. Oh, many cases very funny. They used be an option. The ‘Pats’ know this Roger Goodell having to hand the and who can forget the beautiful to be memorable and entertaining. and they showed us all how it’s done trophy to the Patriots and forced rendition of our National Anthem Now, some of these sponsors with the last week. If anyone understands the to acknowledge ’s MVP by the fantastic Luke Bryan at the blessing of the NFL are trying their true meaning of the phrase ‘Grace status? To steal a phrase uttered start of the game? Country Music CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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Window Into The State House Window Into The State House provides our readers a synopsis of important issues of interest, past and current, that are being proposed, debated or acted upon by the Legislature. Many issues that are not related to local city government services are acted upon and have a direct impact on daily life. They are tax policy, transportation infrastructure, judicial appointments, social services and health, as well as higher education. We will excerpt reports from the gavel-to-gavel coverage of House and Senate sessions by news sources focused on this important aspect of our lives. These sources include a look ahead at the coming week in state government and summaries and analyses of the past week, re-caps of a range of state government activity, as well as links to other news.

‘Journalists can’t run around Watertown historian: Bannon not ing Bannon, Kaiser says. this House be ‘embradied’ to cham- with their hair on fire for the next only thrives on crisis, he firmly Why is the left embracing the pion seemingly lost causes and to four years’ believes in its historic inevitability right-wing’s anti-Warren meme? persevere in their team efforts to Medic critic Dan Kennedy has Instead of running around with WBZ’s John Keller, writing in the craft just legislation and to promote been following the harsh criticism of their hair on fire, maybe members of Globe, isn’t overly surprised that bills that are creative and strategic. Donald Trump by conservative Tom the media can slow down to actu- conservatives are bashing away at May God continue to bless our Nichols, a professor at the Naval ally try to understand what makes U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren. But Commonwealth.” War College and Harvard Extension Trump’s supporters tick. Dana why are many liberals also bashing Bitter embarrassment: Globe’s early School, and thinks he’s earned the Forsythe at Wicked Local has done away? From Jon: “The irony is strik- edition prints wrong Pats outcome right to also criticize the media’s often just that by interviewing Watertown ing. Amid a golden age of political Far be it for MASSterList to point over-the-top coverage of Trump. Dan: historian David Kaiser, who discuss- trash talking, the leading female out others’ mistakes (see our last bur- “There are multiple reasons to think es how he once talked with current critic of the political establishment ied item today on our own Pats cover- that Trump represents a unique threat White House aide Steve Bannon for is cast as a somewhat unhinged age), but this one is a whopper, as re- to democracy. But journalists can’t run Bannon’s documentary “Genera- hypocrite by the right, a meme now ported by Jen McCaffrey at MassLive: around with their hair on fire for the tion Zero,” which basically follows being channeled by the left.” The The Globe’s early editions in Florida next four years. The best way to cover a theory by amateur historians that answer, we think, is partially tied to got the Super Bowl outcome wrong, Trump is with calm, fact-based report- says America is hit about every 80 the fact that most of her critics, left with the massive headline “A Bitter ing — not with hyperbole that does years with some sort of catastrophic and right, are ideological purists. End,” apparently written and printed not hold up to scrutiny.” crisis. The idea is key to understand- Lynch hears it loud and clear before the Pats’ spectacular come- from constituents: Start opposing from-behind Super Bowl victory on Trump -- or else Sunday. ... The Herald’s Howie Carr The moderate U.S. Rep. Stephen pounced on the blunder. Let Our Family Help Your Family Lynch, who faces a primary chal- Skepticism greets Patrick’s ‘abso- lenge from the left next year in the lute privilege’ claim at SJC hearing Democratic primary, got an earful At least one Supreme Judicial THE CASPER from constituents in Milton last Court justice at a court hearing Funeral & Cremations Services week, some of whom demanded yesterday didn’t appear overly Established in 1930 to know what’s he doing to do to impressed with claims by attorneys oppose President Trump, reports for Deval Patrick that the former Serving Families with Dignity and Respect Mike Deehan at WGBH. “You are governor is protected by “absolute through the toughest of times for in a very safe district,” one constitu- privilege” from defamation suits over 80 years ent told Lynch. “We have a strong connected with his duties as gover- history of liberal causes and fight- nor, reports the Herald’s Bob Mc- Home of Personal Service ing tyranny. ... 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Take this guy and who had no respect for the truth and Pre-Planning Specialists hold this guy’s feet to the fire.” in a situation like this said: ‘I fired ‘God of persistence, God of ... our this person because we found child Casper’s specializes in own modern day patriots’ porn on her computer?’ said SJC Massachusetts Cremation Services & Speaking of SHNS, our friends Chief Justice Ralph Gants. ‘It turns Veteran Services there sent us this prayer that House out to be totally false and absolutely Chaplain Father Rick Walsh appar- defamatory.’” McGovern has all the Please visit our website for ently offered yesterday (bold em- details of the case. information you may find phases are his): Healey shifts her focus west and helpful during a time of need “House Prayer - February 6, 2017 beyond -- God of persistence, God of hope Attorney General Maura Healey www.casperfuneralhome.com – we pray today for the members of is throwing her support to a lawsuit our legislature. Today we celebrate in Washington state that’s seeking to The Casper Funeral Home and honor the historic achievement block President Trump’s controver- 187 Dorchester Street David Casper of our own modern day patriots. Just sial immigration rules, now that a South Boston, MA 02127 Funeral Directors: when our hopes were deflated, we similar case in Boston appears moot, 617-269-1930 Joe, Dave & Ken Casper witnessed a performance of super the Herald’s Chris Cassidy reports. proportions. May the members of Continued on page 6 February 9, 2017 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 5 Ed Flynn Thanks the South Boston Citizens Association would like to take this oppor- also sponsors many events for our at the Boston Convention Cen- tunity to thank Tom McGrath young people. In partnership with ter later that evening. The full I and the executive board of the Mass Bay Credit Union and Com- schedule of events, as well as South Boston Citizens Associa- cast will once again sponsor a full the identities of the 2017 Henry tion for naming me as their General roster of civic and sporting events Knox Award, John W. McCor- Chairman of the Association’s 2017 over a three-week period as part of mack Public Service Award, Evacuation Day commemorative its annual commemorative celebra- The SBCA Presidents Award events. It is an honor to be selected tion of Evacuation Day. and James “Jim” Kelly/Margret and I promise to work hard and The Association’s events begin with “Peggy” Flaherty Shamrock represent the South Boston Citizens the Jimmy Flaherty Kick-Off Break- Community Service awards, Association and the people of South fast on Saturday February 25, at the will be announced in the coming Boston to the best of my ability. Seapoint Restaurant 10:00A.M., where weeks. “I remind everyone that South Boston is a special commu- the Henry Knox Un-sung Hero Awards a limited number of tickets are nity. We work hard and try to give will be presented, followed by a host available for our Banquet, which back to our neighborhood and our of educational and athletic events is the capstone event of the 2017 country. South Boston works best throughout the month of March. commemorative activities,” when we work together. I would This year’s SBCA commemo- stated McGrath. encourage all to participate in the rative events will also include (If you want to attend the ban- many events sponsored by the South the Memorial Mass and Memo- quet, please contact Tom McGrath Boston Citizens Association over the rial Exercises at the Dorchester at [email protected] or next few weeks. Get involved and Heights Monument on Friday, you can also contact Ed Flynn at give back to our community. The March 17th, and the 137 the An- [email protected] or my cell South Boston Citizens Associations nual Evacuation Day Banquet phone number is 617 820 8571) Jimmy Flaherty Kick-off Breakfast Set for Saturday February 25th, 2017 he SBCA President Thom- off-set some costs. This year’s kick-off the festivities. His com- as McGrath is pleased event will once again feature mitment and involvement with T to announce that on Sat- great music of Bob Fowkes and the SBCA and the entire commu- urday, February, 25th 2017, at Curragh’s Fancy. nity has been a tremendous asset the Kick-off Break-fast, at the The event Chairman will be Suf- to me and the Executive Board.” Seapoint Restaurant at 10AM, folk County Clerk of the Courts Said McGrath. The Henry Knox Award Presen- Michael Donovan, who has al- The awards are presented to ev- tation will take place. Family, ways supported the fight to pre- eryday citizens involved in the Friends and Neighbors are re- serve the historical importance community who seek no recogni- spectfully invited to attend this of Evacuation Day. “As presi- tion, who are considered “Unsung wonderful event. A $10.00 dona- dent of the Association, it is an Heroes”. This year’s honorees will tion is requested at door to help honor for me to appoint Mike to be announced in the coming weeks.

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emocrats in Wards 6 and 7 will be holding registered Democrats in Wards 6 and 7. Candidates caucuses at the Curley Recreation Center, 1163 for Delegate and Alternate must consent to nomination D Columbia Road, South Boston (M Street En- in writing and must be present at the caucus. Those trance) on Saturday March 4th at 9:00 am. Doors will not elected as a Delegate and/or Alternate, who meet open at 8:45 am for check in. The caucus is open to all the qualifications, may apply to be add-on delegates. 6 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com February 9, 2017

BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNOUNCES WEDDING CEREMONY GIVEAWAY BOSTON – February 06, 2017 – David Leonard, President of the Affair, and ceremonies officiated by • Each couple will be onsite for Boston Public Library is offering Boston Public Library. “I extend Thomas A. Welch. approximately one (1) hour – this six couples the chance to exchange my thanks to our sponsors whose Additional details: includes a 15 minute ceremony fol- vows surrounded by thousands efforts will enhance these ceremo- • Registrants must be at least eigh- lowed by a 30-minute mini-photog- of love stories on Sunday, June nies and provide lasting memories teen (18) years old by the time of raphy session. 11, 2017 in the iconic Italianate for the newlyweds.” entry. Only one entry per couple Please visit www.bpl.org/cer- courtyard at the Central Library. Each of the selected couples will will be accepted. emonygiveaway for additional Beginning Monday, February 6 be invited to the Boston Public • Each couple will be allowed a rules and conditions of the give- through Sunday, March 12, 2017 an Library’s Central Library for a maximum of eight (8) guests. away, and contact the Special online lottery will be available via morning wedding ceremony while • Winner notification will include Events Office with any questions www.bpl.org/ceremonygiveaway. the building is closed to the public. a set time period for access on at 617.859.2212 or [email protected] Couples will be randomly selected Included in the package are pre- Sunday, June 11, 2017 – unfor- with the subject line “BPL Wed- and notified no later than Monday, ceremony light breakfast and bever- tunately adjustments cannot be ding Ceremony Giveaway.” March 13, 2017. ages compliments of The Catered accommodated. Boston Public Library hosts “Long a much sought-after wed- Affair, bouquets and boutonnieres • Winners must complete a wed- private events year-round fea- ding venue, this initiative offers provided by Artistic Blossoms, cer- ding ceremony agreement within 72 turing ornately-designed spaces everyone regardless of economic emony music performed by Anima hours to claim their prize. with a variety of capacities that capacity a chance to have Boston of Music Management, ceremony • Couples are responsible for coor- are ideal settings for holiday Public Library be a part of their and mini-session photography dinating their own marriage license parties, corporate conferences, lives on this special occasion, and provided by Angelina Rose Photog- for the officiant to sign. weddings, and more. Visit www. we hope to see many applicants raphy, commemorative takeaway • All vendors have been pre-se- bpl.org/central/eventspaces.htm with a strong Boston or Massa- gifts compliments of the Boston lected; additional vendors will not or email [email protected] for chusetts connection apply,” said Public Library and The Catered be permitted. more information.

Window into the State House Federal judge launches probe of the lawyers may have to pay up to livan: “The MBTA’s oversight board Continued from page 4 fee padding by law firms $2 million, in advance, to fund the voted to approve a potential 15-year The Globe’s Laura Krantz and Jim From the Globe’s Andrea Estes: investigation.” The fee of the man- contract with one of the country’s O’Sullivan, meanwhile, take a look “A federal judge plans to appoint a aging partner’s brother jumped from biggest parking management com- at how Healey and other Democratic special master to investigate whether $53 an hour as a court-appointed panies, ending a troubled relation- AGs across the country are emerg- prominent law firms in Boston and lawyer to $500 an hour, Estes notes. ship with its longtime lot operator ing as a legal “thin blue line” against other cities padded their legal bills Won’t be missed: T gives heave to that resulted in missing revenues all sorts of Trump policies, not just by millions in a class-action lawsuit parking-lot operator that went into the millions.” At least on immigration. against State Street Bank, saying From CommonWealth’s Jack Sul- the vendor won’t be missed. February 9, 2017 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 7

Helipad Construction on Hold: An Update or those following the issue of the proposed Boston Helipad and haven’t Fyet heard, the building of it and the location are both on hold, at least for now. It seems that city and state officials were listening and paying close attention to objections raised by not only local residents but also business owners who have voiced strong concerns at the least and some out- right opposition. The hearing on the project which was scheduled for last Monday, which would have been the second meeting, was cancelled with no word as to when or if there will be another. The Raymond L Flynn Marine Park was the proposed site of the helipad but con- cerns about noise and traffic and even if there was a need at all for it, considering ‘BRING YOUR OWN BOTTLE’ the area’s close proximity to Logan Airport and the Ted Williams Tunnel have put all PERMITS AVAILABLE plans in Limbo. ayor Martin J. Walsh for neighborhood restaurants to or the Massachusetts Alcoholic The proposal for the Helipad was made and the City of Bos- thrive and more options for con- Beverages Control Commission as part of a 120 million dollar incentive ton’s Licensing Board sumers to dine local. Thank you (ABCC) are not eligible to hold a to bring the General Electric Company M to Boston. These funds would come from announced that applications for to Mayor Walsh and the Boston BYOB permit; State Funds; taxpayer’s money which is ‘Bring Your Own Bottle’ (BYOB) Licensing Board for working with • The licensee, manager of record another reason for opposition on the part of permits are now available online the City Council to make this a re- and all employees must complete some residents. Officials have now stated for restaurants who meet certain ality for our city,” said City Coun- an in-person, insurance industry- that other potential sites for the helipad will eligibility requirements. Applica- cil President Michelle Wu. approved safe service of alcohol be considered in the ongoing search for a tions will be accepted beginning A restaurant who wishes to ap- training program, prior to issu- suitable location. on Monday, February 6. ply must meet the following eligi- ance of a BYOB permit; A recent article in the Boston Globe had “For the first time in our city’s bility requirements: • Restaurants in the Downtown, a quote from Jay Ash, who is an economic history, restaurants are allowed • Common Victualler license North End, South End, Bay Vil- development aide to Governor Baker say- to take advantage of BYOB,” holders must obtain a BYOB lage, Fenway, Chinatown, Sea- ing the following: “We want to make sure said Mayor Walsh. “This measure permit prior to allowing patrons port, West End, Beacon Hill we’re doing the right thing. GE would ben- will bring increased economic to bring alcoholic beverages into and Back Bay neighborhoods efit from it but so would other companies.” opportunity to Boston’s neigh- their premise; are not eligible. Doing the right thing is by far what is borhood restaurants and help our • Common Victualler license Patrons dining at a restaurant needed. Said one local opponent of the He- lipad in response to the comment by Ash: city’s economic growth overall. holders with a capacity of 30 or that obtains a BYOB permit may “Doing the right thing should always be I would like to thank the Boston less may apply; only bring no more than 750ml the way to go. And listening to the legiti- City Council and Boston Licens- • Only Common Victualler license per person of wine and 64 oz per mate concerns of impacted businesses and ing Board for their work on this holders who offer on premise dining person of malt beverages. Dis- residents should always be a priority before initiative, and look forward to the with table service provided by wait tilled spirits, liqueurs and cordials considering any project in the City of Bos- great results.” staff may apply for a BYOB permit; are not permitted. ton or anywhere else for that matter.” “I’m excited to see Boston of- • Restaurants holding any type Once a BYOB application is So as it stands at this time, the Helipad is ficially open license applications of alcoholic beverage license filed with the Boston Licensing on hold with no decision made at the current for BYOB, creating a new way granted by the Licensing Board Board, a hearing will be scheduled. time as to its future - at least publically. 8 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com February 9, 2017

Timothy Smyth, Jr.

South Boston Student Inducted into BC High’s National Honor Society imothy Smyth, Jr. of South spoke about the pillars of excellence jacket lapels during the ceremony. ston Churchill, Thomas Edison, and Boston, a junior at Boston that guides the work of the Society: NHS Moderator Patricia Keenan- Dr. Seuss, all experienced significant TCollege High School, was scholarship, character, leadership Byrne welcomed the new members. failures, but learned from their fail- one of the 157students inducted into and service. New members received NHS Officer Gerard Frasca of Mel- ures and persisted on. She encour- the Robert J. Fulton, SJ chapter of the congratulations and certificates from rose invited English teacher Tonya aged students not to avoid risks of National Honor Society at the Hunter- Principal Stephen Hughes ’73 and Winter to address the group. The failure inherent in worthy pursuits. Fahey Commons on January 26, 2017. Assistant Principal Charles Drane. topic of Ms. Winter’s address was “Dr. Matthew Finnegan and the BC The National Honor Society Of- Earlier, the inductees received gold “Failure”. She noted that many high- High Concert Band provided the mu- ficers welcomed the guests and NHS pins that were worn on their ly-accomplished figures like Win- sic for the ceremony. GATEY C.Y.O. FUNDRAISER he Gate of Heaven Catholic Youth Or- Jack McDonough – Men’s Alumni Award. ganization will be holding its 30th An- This is an opportunity for old teammates, T nual Fundraiser on Saturday, February alumni, family, friends and new neighbors to 25th, in the Gatey Lower Church Parish Hall, get together for a good time while supporting after the 4:00 p.m. mass, 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. the programs the C.Y.O. provides for the youth This year’s fundraiser will consist of an Open of South Boston. Tickets are $100.00 per per- Bar Cocktail Reception with hors d’ouevres, son and $150 a couple. Entertainment, a Five Hundred Dollar Grand For tickets or more info contact: Touchie Prizes Drawing and the presentation of our An- McDonough 617-792-8570, Kevin & Kathy nual Father Donovan – Catholic Youth Award, Lally 268-0536, or any of the committee mem- Father White – Woman of the Year Award, and bers or coaches. February 9, 2017 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 9

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Next Tuesday Is Valentine’s Day. Celebrate ‘Southie Style’ of year. It’s a huge business as the commenced on February 14th. sunrise or sunset at Castle Island or SOUTH BOSTON TODAY - By Staff mad rush for flowers to send to that Here in South Boston we have along Carson Beach and that part of es, the weather is freezing special someone ups the prices to quite a few fine establishments more the day won’t cost you a penny, but and though it could be a sometimes 3 to 4 times what they than capable of accommodating might bring rewards worth far more Ywhole lot nicer, it’s not usually are the rest of the year. Diets the most perfectly thought out than material items, if it sets the mood been a bad winter. But, none of that are often put on hold, so that the plans. Cafe Porto Bello on East just right. Whatever is needed to have should interfere with Valentine’s Day thoughtful gifts of chocolates can Broadway comes to mind with its a memorable Valentine’s Day can be in South Boston – 2017. Flowers, be enjoyed and savored. But those quiet romantic atmosphere and found right here in our neighborhood. candy, dinner, maybe a chilled bottle couples in love are more than happy fine Italian cuisine. There is also Why not take advantage? of wine in a romantic setting; all of to pay the higher prices. Well, if not Barlow’s, Coppersmith’s, Stephi’s, So, if this coming Tuesday you these things and more, often come to happy to pay, willing at least. And Seapoint, Legal Seafood, Morton’s, get the feeling that love is in the mind when couples; whether married as we’ve all noticed to be the case Salvatore’s and so many other air maybe even more than any or dating think of Valentine’s Day. more each year, no sooner do the excellent restaurants and florists other day, a quick look at the This unique, unofficial holiday is Christmas decorations and items too as good as if not better than any calendar, February 14th just might said to have been based on the legend come down from the shelves in many that can be found anywhere. And explain why. It’s Valentine’s Day. of one or more early Christian Saints stores, the red décor of Valentine’s if you really want to make it that And if you’re married, engaged named ‘Valentinus’. The most well- Day appears in their place. special day to remember, well, gold, or romantically involved in any known St. Valentine lived during the Restaurants prepare for diamonds and other precious stones way, here’s a bit of advice from time of the Roman Empire and was the occasion by making their can be found locally at Murphy’s your friends here at South Boston said to have performed weddings for establishments extra appealing Jewelers with selections to rival Today: You could be in for some soldiers, who were forbidden to marry creating that romantic atmosphere any of the larger chain stores. If serious trouble if you find that you while in the Roman Army. Captured, that softly states that yes indeed, you don’t see what you want, Bill have forgotten this of all days. And arrested and later executed for his this is a special day in the hearts of Cosetta, owner of Murphy’s can finally, if nothing else, stop and ‘crimes’, his fame lives on to this day. those in love. Reservations often get it for you. Murphy’s Jewelry think back to the first time you saw And still, here in 2017, Valentine’s need to be made well in advance if has moved its location to 403 W. that special someone and what it Day means so much to so many. It you expect to be able to get a table. First Street and still offers that fine was that made your heart move like truly is a tradition that has endured And often the big question of ‘Will quality merchandise and the best it never has before and celebrate the the test of time. Certainly, the candy you marry me?’ is popped as many service around with great prices. love of your life. Happy Valentine’s companies and florists love this time engagements over the centuries have You may want to take in a romantic Day to all!

JOHN CICCONE and Tom Brady. During the whole ordeal with viral on social media that is giving many a reason CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 so called ‘Deflate Gate’, Brady, to his credit, to ponder the question it asks at the end. It’s hardest to indoctrinate Americans. Compared to maintained his poise and his dignity. And Coach directed toward some of the protestors railing other years, Super Bowl commercials this year Belichick – what can you say? You’ve got to against President Trump’s proposed extreme were boring, preachy and political and in a sense love this guy. He takes no bull from the sports vetting of refugees coming in from certain insulting. Americans don’t like to be told how media. We’ve often heard about reporters and countries with heavy terrorist influences. Read and what to think and believe by out of touch sports writers complaining that he gives them it and see what you think: “On Mondays, they CEO’s of big companies and organizations with no respect. Well, in order to get respect, you march and protest for Gay Rights. On Tuesdays, an agenda while they are trying to enjoy an event need to give it. This is something these media they march and protest for Women’s Rights. like the Super Bowl or for that matter, any other types will never learn. This is a coach who has Yet, on Wednesdays, they march and protest and event. But the flyover by the squad of Fighter absolutely no fear of the press and it’s great demand that people, who believe in and tolerate Jets is always impressive and this year it was entertainment watching him constantly putting neither, be allowed into our country by the tens also great and stayed true to form. these media hacks in their place. of thousands. Can it get any more inconsistent, And just a comment about I’ll end this week’s column with a quote going foolish or dumb?? Let that sink in. February 9, 2017 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 11

Celebrate Presidents’ Day Week at the JFK Library he John F. Kennedy off at 10:00 a.m. with a special Festival goers can try out hands- Hall of Fame Presidential Library and dedication ceremony, presented on history crafts including the Wednesday, February 22, 2017 TMuseum will offer several in partnership with the United design of postage stamps and White 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. family-oriented activities and States Postal Service, to unveil the House china, the building of space On Wednesday, February 22, programs throughout Presidents’ First-Day-of-Issue John Fitzgerald capsules, and the making of tricorn Bright Star Touring Theatre Day week, including its signature Kennedy Commemorative Forever or stovepipe hats to wear to meet will present this fast-paced Presidents’ Day Family Festival Stamp in honor of the John F. our guest presidents. Participants performance Black History Hall on February 20th featuring Kennedy Centennial. The stamp can celebrate the centennial of of Fame portraying over a dozen presidential storytelling, activities features a 1960 photograph by Ted President Kennedy’s birth by groundbreakers and hall-of-famers and performances, and a Celebrate! Spiegel of Kennedy campaigning designing maritime scrimshaw or who contributed to shaping the family series presentation of Black for president in Seattle, Washington. making origami sailboats and their nation’s past, present, and future in History Hall of Fame by Bright Star The artwork accompanying the own Kennedy campaign hat. The honor of African American Heritage Touring Theatre on February 22nd. stamp, showing Kennedy in a Festival will close with a special Month. Young audience volunteers Family-friendly Highlights Tours reflective pose, is a 1970 oil painting free concert by the Harvard Din & help the cast bring this show to life. will be offered throughout the week. by Aaron Shikler (courtesy of Tonics, who will perform Kennedy The Celebrate! series, appropriate This year, the Family Festival the White House / White House campaign songs and popular music for family audiences and children will also host the release of a Historical Association). The stamp from the last hundred years in honor ages 5 and up, highlights America’s commemorative stamp from the will be exclusively available at the of the Centennial Celebration. rich cultural diversity through the United States Postal Service in Family Festival and sold nationwide Visit www.jfklibrary.org/ arts. This program reflects President honor of President Kennedy’s in Post Offices on February 21. The presidentsday for a detailed and Mrs. Kennedy’s concern 100th birthday. stamp dedication is free and open to schedule of the Family Festival for and support of the arts and $2 Off Museum Admission with the public. offerings. culture as important components Special Buzzword http://www.jfklibrary.org/ Special Festival activities are free of a democratic society. In order In celebration of Presidents’ Day About-Us/News-and-Press/Press- with paid admission and visitors to optimize your comfort and week, the JFK Library will reveal a Releases/2017-Centennial-Stamp- ages 17 and under are admitted free enjoyment, reservations are required special buzzword on Facebook and Ceremony.aspx of charge on Festival day. Regular for all visitors to this free program. Twitter. Visitors who provide the The main activities for the Family admission fees apply to all other Make reservations by visiting buzzword upon admission during Festival begin at 10:30 a.m. Actors visitors. The opening Stamp Dedication www.jfklibrary.org/celebrate or the week of February 20-24, 2017 portraying the Mount Rushmore ceremony and closing Harvard Din calling 617-514-1644 and leaving will receive $2 off admission prices. presidents – George Washington, & Tonics concert are free for all. a message. Children are seated Presidents’ Day Family Festival Thomas Jefferson, Abraham The Family Festival is especially on the floor with their caretakers. Monday, February 20, 2017 Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt – appropriate for ages 5 and up. Space is available on a first-come, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. will be on site to share stories and Celebrate! with Bright Star first-served basis. Children must be The Family Festival will kick engage visitors in conversation. Touring Theatre – Black History accompanied by an adult. 12 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com February 9, 2017

children will begin classes this goals and Liam Long 1 goal for the week and will focus on the Wild. The final game turned out to fundamentals of basketball; be a thriller between the Kings and shooting, passing and dribbling. Penguins. With less than a minute TOTS GYM to go in regulations, the Penguins It was a busy last week with the scored to tie it up. Neither team younger participants. They enjoyed could score in the overtime so we Keep it Up with a large beach ball proceeded to a shootout. Rocco as well as tennis and bowling. Tot Blasi came up big for the Kings stars of the week were Ronan Foley scoring the winning goal. and Corey Radzik. Friday’s games are as follows: 2/10/17 YOUTH FLOOR HOCKEY 3:45 Capitals vs. Leafs LEAGUE 4:20 Red Wings vs. Penguins BCYF-Tynan kicked off the 5:00 Wild vs. Kings TYNAN HAPPENINGS 2017 hockey season last week. In ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL COMPLETE AFTERSCHOOL There are still slots available for the first game the Leafs took on We are halfway through the PROGRAM anyone interested. Cost is $80 the Red Wings. Red Wings took 2016-17 season. League fees are The children took time out last month. Call for further information an early lead and never looked due at this time. We can only week to create and design valentine @ (617) 635-5110. back, taking the victory, 6-2. Jerry accept money orders or checks for cards for Senior’s in the Boston GYM NOTES O’Neil netted 4 goals for the Red payment. Standings as of 2/2/2017 area. Talysha, Sean and Jamali INSTRUCTIONAL Wings and Andrew Erico and Kate are as follows: made some great designs and BASKETBALL Greene score a goal apiece for the Team 6 - 10-0 had very kind words to say. All Registration was held last week Leafs. In the following game the Team 1 - 5-5 participants have been working hard for our 5-7-year-old instructional Capitals defeated the Wild by the Team 2 - 5-5 on their homework and enjoying basketball. At this time the class score of 7-3. Terry Markos had a Team 5 - 5-5 board games and gym class. The is full to capacity and a waiting strong game for the Capitals scoring Team 4 - 3-7 Cast Program is from 2:30-6:00pm. list has been established. The 5 goals. Mac McMillen had 2 Team 3 - 2-8

Continued from front page Super Bowl LI Patriots Victory Boston’s history has always attract- ed it fair share of tourists, especially families and conventioneers visiting the USS Constitution, , Tea Party, Plymouth Plantation and the Mayflower, Old North Church and the Freedom Trail. But the grow- ing sports dynamic that has had own- ers investing millions in its venues, a la an expanded , TD Bank Garden and , has enlivened the discussion about sit- ing a soccer stadium to bring Major League and World Soccer to the bur- geoning international population of Greater Boston. Super Bowl LI has likely emboldened the owners of the $13 billion. The MLB generated $9.5 but they are just as high for the City spirit and the attendant mass marketing New England Patriots, who also own billion. ML Soccer, $3 billion; plus, of Boston, UMass Boston and the fu- strategies of advertisers. It possibly ri- MLS , to the Premier Soccer League, $5.5 bil- ture of the real estate holdings around vals even politics and elections. move aggressively on bringing a 5th lion: total $8.5 billion. The NBA, Columbia Point, which is the target of instinctively knows major professional team to Boston in $4.8 billion. The NHL, $3.7 billion; their game plan. If the positive effect this and the Super Bowl LI historic the hope of enhancing the prospect of combined, $8.5 billion. The NFL of Wynn Boston Harbor on Somer- comeback tale may emerge as a psy- adding to its market growth and in- outpaces them all. ville and Everett’s job opportunities chological boost for the acceleration ternational appeal. The is a savvy enter- and real estate values are as significant of negotiations among the stadium Major League Professional Sports prise. A new and market-appropriate as predicted, then any remaining op- stakeholders, but could become a is big business, in general. Soccer, in size stadium is only part of the for- position here could be mitigated over Trojan horse for unsuspecting resi- many big cities worldwide, is, com- mula, but a necessary one. The real time, if Kraft uses the same strategy. dents of the Dorchester and South paratively, almost as big as Major value is in the opportunity for mer- With the fan euphoria so high after the Boston, who are likewise not im- League Baseball and as big as the chandising to a rabid soccer constitu- Super Bowl victory and celebration, it is mune from the effect of euphoria. NBA and NHL combined. To quote ency here in Greater Boston. As has easy to understand the power that suc- Again, residents would do well to our new President – It’s Yuge! In the been reported here, the stakes are high cessful sports teams have over human pay attention to the process. Remem- United States, the NFL generated for The NE Revolution and the Krafts, psyche, impulse buying, community ber, sports is big business. February 9, 2017 SOUTHBOSTONTODAY • www.southbostontoday.com 13

PARKS DEPT. HOSTS INDOOR SOFTBALL CLINICS he Boston Parks and Recreation Department will T host a series of free Indoor Softball Clinics for girls ages 9 to 18 during the upcoming February school vacation week. The clinics will be held on February 21, 22, and 23 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Tobin Community Center located at 1481 Tremont Street, Roxbury Crossing. Instruction by UMass Boston collegiate softball team players will include the fundamentals of throwing, catching, fielding, pitching, and hitting. Please note that the clinics are free but all participants must bring their own gloves. For more information please contact Larelle Bryson at (617) 961-3092 or email BOSTON BOYS [email protected].

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24. For more information on the Winter Camp skating, please visit www.highlandstreet.org. The festival will also feature a DJ from Magic 106.7, the Museum of Science Chocolate Truck with facts about chocolate and free hot chocolate samples, an appearance by the L.L.Bean Bootmobile with their popular Boot Toss game, giveaways from Summit Premiere’s “Rock Dog” and Columbia Picture’s “Smurfs: The Lost Village,” and refreshments from DAVIDsTEA and KIND Snacks. In addition, the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Outdoors CHILDREN’S WINTER FEST RETURNS Rx program will present activities including a snowshoe obstacle course, TO BOSTON COMMON FEBRUARY 23 scavenger hunts, and a winter play party. ayor Martin J. Walsh “We are pleased to announce inflatable snow tube slide, the 15-foot- Additional support is being today announced that the return of the Children’s Winter tall and 45-foot-long Toboggan Tunnel provided by the Floating Hospital Mthe Boston Parks and Festival on Boston Common,” said mountainous adventure with twin for Children at Tufts Medical Recreation Department will be Mayor Walsh. “We have some great roller lanes, and the Snow Mazing Center and Fisher College. For bringing the annual Children’s activities for kids during the public maze. In addition, the Highland more information, please call Winter Festival to Boston Common school vacation week and we invite Street Foundation is sponsoring a the Boston Parks and Recreation in partnership with the Highland residents, families, and visitors to week-long Winter Camp at the Boston Department at (617) 635-4505, Street Foundation during school join us for a fun day in the city.” Common Frog Pond with free skating visit www.cityofboston.gov/parks vacation week on Thursday, Among the attractions will be and rentals for all ages from Monday, or go to www.facebook.com/ February 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Snowzilla, a three-story-high February 20, through Friday, February bostonparksdepartment.

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This week, Danny reacted to the Patriots’ win in Super Bowl LI:

ere we are, nearly a week Here we go. This was it. The pulled out all the stops. two-point conversion to make it a after Super Bowl LI, and Patriots were going to march down And if they couldn’t beat them with 28-20 game. HI’m still in shock. the field and make it 21-10. the kitchen sink, that would be the Time was still a factor. So when The New England Patriots Not so fast. unfortunate end to the season. the Falcons drove down to the defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 34-28 As dropped a pass Then Brady found Danny Patriots 22-yard line, it was a in overtime. Tom Brady was named right in his hands on 3rd-and-12 at Amendola on 4th-and-3 for a first sobering moment, realizing that Super Bowl MVP. And to think, with their own 45-yard line, I started to down. Seven plays later, James White they were suddenly in field-goal 10 minutes left in the fourth quarter, lose hope. The Patriots had a golden scored the Patriots’ first range, and a field goal would have the Patriots trailed 28-9. opportunity to get back in the game, of the game. When Gostkowski ended the game. kicked a and instead, they went three-and-out. missed the extra point, I still didn’t But after sacked 33-yard field goal with 9:44 left in Atlanta then drove 85 yards and feel too good while trailing 28-9 with Ryan for a loss of 12 yards, and an the 4th to cut Atlanta’s lead to 28- scored its fourth touchdown of the two minutes left in the third quarter. offensive holding call pushed Atlanta 12. But still, at that point, the Pats game, taking a commanding 28-3 lead The Patriots forced the Falcons to back to the Patriots 45-yard line, a would need two and a with 8:31 left in the third quarter. punt, and Gostkowski’s second field comeback was once again realistic. successful two-point conversion on If that wasn’t the moment I gave up goal to make it a 28-12 game with Atlanta pinned the Patriots inside each of those two touchdowns, just to on the game, then Julian Edelman’s 9:44left had everyone playing out the their own 10-yard line with a punt, tie the game at 28. incomplete cross-field double-pass scoring scenarios in their head. giving Brady 3:30 to drive 91 yards, Let’s face it, if anybody was on 3rd-and-3 during the ensuing “Get a turnover, score a quick score a touchdown, and put in going to pull it off, it was going to possession was. Brady took the snap touchdown and a two-point another two-point conversion. be Brady. That’s honestly how I and threw it slightly behind him and conversion, get the ball back, and That’s exactly what he did, and the felt after Gostkowski’s second field to his left, where Edelman caught it score another touchdown with no Patriots tied the game at 28, sending goal of the game. I even felt that and then sent a pass of his own across time left, and tie the game with it to overtime, where Brady cemented way at halftime, after Gostkowski’s the field to a streaking another two-point conversion.” his legacy as the greatest of all time. first field goal of the game with two down the right sideline. Almost as fast as you could play Brady led an eight-play, 75-yard seconds left in the second quarter that The incomplete pass brought up out that perfect scenario in your drive and James White dove into made it a 21-3 game. a 4th-and-3 at the Patriots 46-yard head, Dont’a Hightower hit Atlanta the end zone, just far enough to get That’s right, trailing 21-3 at the line. It also had me wondering quarterback Matt Ryan on 3rd- the ball to cross the goal line, and half, I still felt as if the Patriots had a how I could keep hope alive if the and-1 and forced a , which the Patriots completed the greatest chance to win. I wasn’t happy, by any Pats had already given up. And to was recovered by New England comeback in Super Bowl history. means, but I knew that Brady wasn’t me — even though Edelman was defensive lineman Alan Branch at And yes, I’m still in shock. going to go down like this. a quarterback and college and has the Falcons 25-yard line. And five Listen to “The Danny Picard Show” Then the third quarter began. The completed this type of pass before plays later, Brady found Amendola at dannypicard.com. Also available Patriots forced the Falcons offense to — if that’s the play they drew up on for a touchdown with 5:56 left in the on iTunes and Google Play. And you a three-and-out on the first possession third down with the Super Bowl on fourth quarter. Then, James White can hear Danny every weekend on of the second half. the line, then they had essentially ran in a direct snap for a successful WEEI 93.7 FM.

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