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Free ages Mission Hill BOOK YOUR REVERE JOURNAL20 P REVERE JOURNAL Volume 29 • Number 5 POST IT YOUR HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER SINCEYOUR 1881 HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER SINCE 1881 Call Your Advertising Rep VOLUME 19, No. 41 VOLUMEPrinted 19, No.on 41 (617)524-7662 recycled paper GAZETTE WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAYServingRevere's Mission Hill and TND the Longwood Medical and AcademicRevere's Area TND February 14, 2018 February 14, 2018 617-524-2626 • www.MissionHillGazette.com JUNE 4, 2021 — JULY 1, 2021 INDEX INDEX receives $50,000 receives $50,000 Editorial 4 EditorialCAMH rejects4 MEMORIAL DAY IN MH City Council At-Large Police News 16 Policeproposed News Terrace16 St.state grant for jobs state grant for jobs Sports 11 Sports 11 cannabis dispensary Special to The Journal the business community that candidatesSpecial to The Journaldiscussthe business issues community that Classifieds 18-19 Classifieds 18-19 are critical to fostering eco- are critical to fostering eco- By Laura Plummer Monday morning the Bak- nomic success and building Monday morning the Bak- nomic success and building er-Polito Administration stronger neighborhoods in ev- of housinger-Polito Administration and policestronger neighborhoods in ev- DEATHS DEATHS awarded $500,000 to nine ery region in Massachusetts.” awarded $500,000 to nine ery region in Massachusetts.” At its May 19 meeting, the By Lauren Bennett Monteiro, and Nick Vance. The Thomas Boyan, Sr Thomas Boyan, Sr projects through the Urban Revere is rebuilding its projects through the Urban Revere is rebuilding its Community Alliance of Mission second group included James Co- Agenda Grant Program. The economic and employment Agenda Grant Program. The economic and employment Marie Butera MarieHill Butera(CAMH) rejected a proposed base by utilizing large-scale JP Progressives,Revere arm Mijente, of The Neigh limon,- base Domingos by utilizing DaRosa, large-scale Alex cannabis dispensary on TerraceRevere arm of The Neigh- Richard Buttiglieri Richard Buttiglieri borhood Developers (TND) and high value assets includ- NAACP, Rightborhood to the Developers City Vote, (TND)Gray, andincumbent high value councilor assets includ Julia- St. Roughly 33 members of the and BEJA washosted one groupa forum given for $50,000 Mejia, ing and Suffolk Erin Murphy. Downs, Wonder- Theresa Conte Theresa Conte was one group given $50,000 ing Suffolk Downs, Wonder- public attended the meeting. in funding to help establish land, a soon-to-close NECCO the At-Largein City funding Council to help can establish- For land, the educationa soon-to-close round, NECCO can- Dr. Adrian Costanza Dr. AdrianRaices Costanza on the Hill at 123 Terworkforce- development ser- plant, and the MassDevelop- didates on workforceMay 17, developmentwhere 12 serdidates- plant, were and asked the MassDevelop about the- race Street originally appeared vices in Revere to support lo- ment TDI Waterfront District. Dorothy Cordaro Dorothy Cordaro vices in Revere to support lo- ment TDI Waterfront District. candidates were split into two Boston school committee and before CAMH in 2019. It aimscal residents to acquire newly The program seeks to un- groups andcal answered residents questionsto acquire newlywhether The they program support seeks a tofully un- Gerardo Iannuzzi Gerardo Iannuzzi to set itself apart from othercreated jobs. lock community-driven re- related to createdhousing, jobs. education, electedlock committee, community-driven a fully ap re-- Patricia Muse Patriciadispensaries Muse by paying a liveableLt. Gov. Karyn Polito along sponses to local obstacles, police, workersLt. and Gov. an Karyn equitable Polito alongpointed sponses committee, to local or a obstacles, hybrid Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, Ann Houston of The Neighborhood Developers, State Rep. RoseLee Vincent, Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, Ann Houston of The Neighborhood Developers, State Rep. RoseLee Vincent, and promote economic devel- wage, hiring those who have beenwith Housing and Economic and promote economic devel- economy, andwith democracy Housing as and it Economicre- of the two. Right now, Boston has Paul Penta, Jr. Bob O' Brien of Revere Economic Department, Mayor Brian ArrigoPaul and Penta,Secretary Jr. of Housing and Bob O' Brien of Revere Economic Department, Mayor Brian Arrigo and Secretary of Housing and Development Secretary Jay opment opportunities through impacted by the “war on drugs”,EcomonicDevelopment Development Secretary Jay Ash Jay at theopment announcement opportunities of thethrough Urban Agenda Grant Programlates on to the City Council charter an appointed school committee. Ecomonic Development Jay Ash at the announcement of the UrbanAntonetta Agenda SalamoneGrant Program on Ash came to Revere City Hall partnership-building, problem Ash came to Revere City Hall partnership-building, problem Antonetta Salamone Monday morning in the Revere City Council Chambers. and investing 10 percent ofMonday its morning in the Revere City Council Chambers. and potential changes. Most candidates said they to present the check to the solving, and shared account- to present the check to the solving, and shared account- profits into the local community. There were also “Lightning were in support of a fully elect- NeighborhoodMission Developers. Hill Main Streetsability and in the urban MH centers. American The Legion Post 327 Neighborhood Developers. ability in urban centers. The Obituaries Pages 8 + 9 Obituaries“We want Pages this8 + 9to be a great Round” questions at the be- ed committee, with Alex Gray, “Ourheld administration their annual under recognition- competitive event awards for offer veterans flex- on Monday, “Our administration under- competitive awards offer flex- ginning of each round, where Davidible Halbert, funding Said for Abdikarim, local efforts Continued on pageRealstands 9 May theestate importance 31st at values theof local Brigham iblecontinue fundingCircle Memorial. for localto be efforts Post strong Commander in Revere stands the importance of local Real estate values continue to be strong in Revere candidates leadershipanswered andyes itsor impactno and on Jamesthat bring Colimon together saying commu they- leadershipColonel and itsGeorge impact Rollins on that and bring the togetherPost members commu- honored fallen INDEPENDENT By Sue Ellen Woodcock days on the market in 2016. “2017 was a fantasticquestions. year the lives of residents,” saidwould nity like stakeholdersto see a hybrid to model pursue INDEPENDENT By Sue Ellen Woodcock days on the market in 2016. NEWSPAPER“2017 was a fantasticGROUP year the livesheroes of residents,” during saidthe ceremonynity stakeholders as Vietnam-era to pursue vets Thomas NEWSPAPER GROUP CAMH rechaza The number of listings in to be in real estate,” saidThe Joe first Lt. group Governor consisted Karyn of Polito. employed economic in the developmentcity. Carla Mon ini-- The number of listings in to be in real estate,” said Joe Lt. GovernorMcCarthy, Karyn Thomas Polito. Walsheconomic and James development Dale iniread- their names. The Revere real estate mar- 2017 also dropped to 265, The“The Revere Urban real Agenda estate marGrant- 2017tiatives. also These dropped awards to 265, will Mario of Century Said 21 MaAbdikarim,- “The KellyUrban Bates, Agenda in - Grantteiro saidtiatives. she Thesewould awardslike to see will Mario of Century 21 Ma- Governor Baker and Lieutenant Governor Polito signed citations ket in 2017 was definitely a 10.8 percent down from 297 el dispensario de ketProgram in 2017 relies was definitelyon the strong a 10.8fund percent projects down in Boston, from 297Clin - cumbent councilorProgram Michael relies on Fla the- strong fund projects in Boston, Clin- rio Real Estate. “There’s a for the Post’s two World War II veterans, Georgerio RealSalah Estate. and “There’s a good one with higher prices in 2016. The good news for goodpartnerships one with higher between prices local in 2016. The good news for herty, Ruthzeepartnerships Louijeune, between Carla local $1.5lot ofMILLION confidence FOR and equity See TND GRANT , Page 3 lot of confidence and equity See TNDContinued GRANT on, Page page 3 7 $1.5 MILLION FOR for homes than in 2016, but sellers is that the original list- cannabis propuestofor government, homesEnoch than non-profits“Woody” in 2016, but Woodhouse, and sellers is that which the original were listread- by the first two government, non-profits and NORTHERNin homes. For STRAND 35 years now a drop infemale the number members of new of theing Post, price Ingrid was matched Centurion 100 andin Nancy homes. ForRoss. 35 years now NORTHERN STRAND a drop in the number of new ing price was matched 100 Councillor Robert Haas Jr. By Sue Ellen Woodcock Councillor Robert Haas Jr. en Terrace St. listings, BymakingPictured Sue Ellen home-buying Woodcock areThomas percent McCarthy, of theThomas time. Walsh, andit’s beenJames positive. Dale Now is the listings, making home-buying percent of the time. COMMUNITYit’s been positive. TRAIL Now is the tried to get barriers installed Plans announced for summertried safety to get in barriers the installedcity COMMUNITY TRAIL an adventure. The condominium mar- time to sell. Revere is getting an adventure. The condominium mar- Thetime to Executive sell. Revere Office is getting of For reading years the of abutters the names. of in 2011 and received no re- For years the abutters of in 2011 and received no re- The Executive Office of By Laura Plummer “These are the highest pric- ket saw similar trends with By Lauren Bennett year average. “This is good news,” “These are the highest pric- ket saw similar trends withEnergy the overflow and Environmental from the Boston Route 1 have put up with the sponse. the overflow from the Boston Route 1 have put up with the sponse. Energy and Environmental es we’ve seen in the last eight the median sales price at es we’ve seen in the last eight the median sales price atAffairs has approved a $1.5 noise from millions of cars, “We should get more re- market and people are moving noise from millions of cars,she said.“We should get more re- Affairs has approved a $1.5 marketEn su and reunión people aredel moving 19 de mayo, years,” said Maureen Celata, $315,000, up 16.7 percent years,” said Maureen Celata, $315,000, up 16.7 percentmillion grant regarding the and now some city councillors spect from the state and fed- to Revere. As summerand nowrapidly some approach city councillors- She spect said from that the “we state also and know fed- million grant regarding the Communityto Revere. Alliance of Missionowner/broker of MCelata Real over 2016. Days on the mar- owner/broker of MCelata Real over 2016. Days on the mar-development of the Northern want to have Mayor Brian Ar- eral government,” Patch said.. Mario said Reverees is indesir the- City,want Acting to have Mayor Mayor Kim Brian Arthat- eralCOVID government,” has compounded Patch said.. development of the Northern HillMario (CAMH) said Revere rechazó is undesir dispen- Estate.- “And 2018 is going to ket also dropped from 67 in Estate. “And 2018 is going to ket also dropped from 67 inStrand Community Trail led rigo contact the MassDOT to Keefe noted that more af- Janey heldrigo a press contact conference the MassDOT on trauma,” to Keefe and was noted a thatfactor more in the af- Strand Community Trail led be another banner year. Inven- 2016 to 47 days on the market able because of its proximity be another banner year. Inven- 2016 to 47 days on the marketby sarioablea Revere because de oncannabis the of Moveits proximitypropuesto part- installen barriers along Route 1 fluent communities are often May 27 to addressinstall barriers summer along safety Route increased 1 fluent violence communities seen in Boston are often by a Revere on the Move part- tory is low now, but everyone “Inventory is low now and to Boston, and it’s a hidden tory is low now, but everyone “Inventory is low now andner Terraceto organization, Boston, St. andAproximadamente Bike it’s a to hidden the between 33 Route 16 and Cope- granted sound barriers. in the city. Shebetween was joinedRoute 16by Bosand -Copeand- ingranted cities sound across barriers. the country ner organization, Bike to the is looking to the spring.” everyone is looking toward gem with a beautiful beach. land Circle. Ward 2 Councillor Ira No- is looking to the spring.” everyone is looking towardSea. miembrosgem with a delbeautiful público beach. asistieronland Circle. Ward 2 Councillor Ira No- ton Police Department (BPD) Su- over the past year. Sea. According to figures from the spring,” Celata said Mario is looking forward Ward 5 Councillor Charles voselsky pointed out that Sau- According to figures from the spring,” Celata said Reverea laMario reunión. has is looking a one-mile forward Ward 5 Councillor Charles voselsky pointed out that Sau- perintendent-in-Chief Greg Long Revere has a one-mile the Massachusetts Associa- The rental market is also Patch, Ward 4 Councillor“This gus past got barriersyear has along exposed Route the Massachusetts Associa- The rental market is alsostretch Raices in North on the Revere. Hill en The 123 TerPatch,- Ward 4 Councillor gus got barriers along Route to the spring market, drawing stretch in North Revere. The to the spring market, drawing tion of Realtors, the median strong with rents ranging from and DistrictPatrick Attorney Keefe Rachael and Ward long-time 1 1 installed inequalities along a newand ballex- tion of Realtors, the median strong with rents ranging fromNorthern race Street Strand originalmente Community se prePatrick- Keefe and Ward 1 1 installed along a new ball from Boston and surrounding Northern Strand Community from Boston and surrounding sales prices was $376,250, $1,200 to $3,000. Cleat noted Rollins at theCouncillor BPD headquarters Joanne McKen acerbated- field. trauma in our city,” sales prices was $376,250, $1,200 to $3,000. Cleat notedTrail sentó has beenante inCAMH development en 2019. CouncillorSe Joanne McKen- field. communities. He added that Trail has been in development communities. He added that a 4.9 increase over prices in that if someone is paying big in Roxbury.na teamed up on a motionJaney at said.“It’s The a collective quality-of-life trauma is- a 4.9 increase See over DeLEO prices Page in 3 that if someone is paying bigfor diferencia over 20 years. de otros The Northdispensarios na teamed up on a motion at “It’s a quality-of-life is- See DeLEO Page 3 for over 20 years. The North 2016. rent they just might be capable the Revere School system“Collaboration is last last isweek’s how councilwe re- meetfrom- sue,”these he losses said. has deepened 2016. rent they just might be capableRevere the Revere segment School is a system major is last last week’s council meet- sue,” he said. Revere segment is a major pagando un salario digno, conHomes- also were also on of buying and taking advan- also a draw for buyers.spond to emergenciesing. Patch said in Boston,”he and the latethe needBarriers for healing are in easily our com seen- Homes also were also on of buying and taking advan-partalso in thea draw project for buyers.that creates ing. Patch said he and the late Barriers are easily seen part in the project that creates tratando a aquellos que hanthe sido market 41 days, a 26.8 tage of first-time homebuyers “It all adds to theJaney future said. “It is also how we will munities.” the market 41 days, a 26.8 tage of first-time homebuyersa continuous“It all adds7.5-mile to therail trail future a continuous 7.5-mile rail trail afectados por la “guerra contrapercent increase over the 56 programs. growth of Revere,” hemake said. this summer a safe and Janey announced that her percent increase over the 56 programs. runninggrowth from of Revere,” West he Everett, said. Have you ever had an idea Task Force. Both the ATOD sity in children and adults. running from West Everett, Have you ever had an idea Task Force. Both the ATOD lassity drogas” in children e invirtiendo and adults. el 10 joyful one all across our city.” “comprehensive 2021 summer through Malden and Revere for how you could make im- Task Force and Revere on the The ATOD Task Force fund- REVERE RECREATION HOSTS PAINT through Malden and Revere for how you could make im- Task Force and Revere on the porThe cientoATOD Taskde sus Force ganancias fund- enREVERE RECREATION HOSTS PAINT Janey said that Part One crime safety plan that aligns our city to the Saugus River and soon provements to the Revere Move are initiatives of the ed projects totaling $9,500 to to the Saugus River and soon provements to the Revere Move are initiatives of the laed comunidadprojects totaling local. $9,500 to into Lynn. The North Revere community?Ingrid So Centurion, have the ap- EnochMGH Woodhouse, Revere CARES Colonel Coa- Georgereduce youthRollins, substance is down use, 21 percent& SKATE citywide, NIGHT and funded AT CRONINwork with our RINK commu- into Lynn. The North Revere community? So have the ap- MGH Revere CARES Coa- reduce youth substance use, & SKATE NIGHT AT CRONIN RINK segment allows users to en- plicants toGeorge the mini-grant Salah, pro and- Nancylition. Ross Revere at the on theannual Move recognition improve their event. mentaldown health, 25 percent from the five segment allows users to en- plicants to the mini-grant pro- lition. Revere on the Move improve their mentalContinued health, on page 9 Continued on page 9 joy spectacular views of the grams hosted by Revere on is additionally co-led by the and increase opportunities for joy spectacular views of the grams hosted by Revere on is additionally co-led by theRumney and increase Marsh. opportunities for the Move and the Alcohol, To- Healthy Community Initia- positive youth engagement. Rumney Marsh. the Move and the Alcohol, To- Healthy Community Initia- Thepositive funding, youth engagement. awarded bacco and Other Drugs Task tives Office at the City of Re- In addition to the mini- The funding, awarded bacco and Other Drugs Task tives Office at the City of Re-throughIn the addition Executive to the Office mini- Force; and this time, these vere. grants already funded, Revere through the Executive Office Force; and this time, these vere. of grantsEnergy already and Environmental funded, Revere ideas are going to become a This year over $20,000 on the Move has extended of Energy and Environmental ideas are going to become a This year over $20,000Affairs’ on the (EEA) Move Gateway has extended City reality. was awarded to fund ideas to their permanent change and reality. was awarded to fund ideas to their permanent change and Affairs’ (EEA) Gateway City Parks Program, enables the Every year a group of Re- make Revere a healthier place program mini-grant appli- Every year a group of Re- make Revere a healthier place program mini-grant appli- Parks Program, enables the design of the trail, develop- vere residents and institution- to work, to play, and to raise cations to Sunday, March 4. vere residents and institution- to work, to play, and to raise cations to Sunday, March 4. design of the trail, develop- ment of bid-ready construc- al leaders meet together to a family. The Revere on the Up to $1,395 is available for al leaders meet together to a family. The Revere on the Up to $1,395 is available for ment of bid-ready construc- tion documents, and receipt select the awardees of mini- Move mini-grant program ideas that make it easier to select the awardees of mini- Move mini-grant program ideas that make it easier to tion documents, and receipt of all necessary construction grants offered to the public offered $10,605 in funding eat healthy and be active for grants offered to the public offered $10,605 in funding eat healthy and be active for of all necessary construction permits. When completed, the through the community-led for permanent changes, pro- all. The application is open through the community-led for permanent changes, pro- all. The application is open permits. 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2 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette Janey announces new funding for recovery investments in the city

By Lauren Bennett event will be hosted “to remem- “While the pandemic is not that protect the lives and live- days a week May 29 through July ber those we’ve lost and reclaim over, our progress is real, and lihoods of Boston residents,” 9 by appointment only, but as the May 25 marked the one year space to do the important racial our public health recovery is the including investments in small city approaches full reopening, anniversary of Geroge Floyd’s equity and justice work.” foundation of a stronger, more businesses, the public health “you can enjoy the convenience death after former Minnesota Janey then spoke about the equitable Boston,” Janey said. response, and treating behav- of walk-in services at City Hall police officer Derek Chauvin COVID-19 pandemic, and an- She announced $50 million in ioral health and substance use five days a week”beginning on knelt on his neck for more than nounced additional funding that funds from the American Res- disorder. July 12, she said. nine minutes. Acting Mayor Kim has become available to the city cue Plan to invest in the city’s “Ten million dollars will sup- Janey on Tuesday said that “on through the federal American recovery port the hardest hit communities “I want to thank all of our this anniversary of the murder of Rescue Plan. “This is the first allocation affected by COVID-19,” Janey amazing, dedicated city employ- George Floyd, we honor his life “I am proud to report that we of funding that will total $500 said, with investments in afford- ees who have been working hard and legacy throughout our collec- continue to see Boston’s COVID million over five years,” she said. able housing, childcare, language over the last 14 months of this tive action for racial justice and metrics trending in the right di- Janey said that she is putting access, and other services. pandemic, and as we reopen healing in the City of Boston.” rection, including in our hard- together an “equitable recovery She said that $14.5 million City Hall for full services, we She continued, “We recognize est-hit neighborhoods and in coordinating committee consist- will be dedicated to food access, are welcoming back our employ- that the conditions that led to communities of color,” Janey said. ing of members of my cabinet, tourism and culture, and hous- ees in a phased in approach over George Floyd’s death are still She added that COVID infec- along with external stakeholders ing, “in addition to the %50 mil- the next six weeks, because we present. That is the urgent work tions have decreased by 51 per- that will help ensure the equita- lion I’ve already invested in the understand that people need to that is before us. We honor his cent in the past two weeks, and ble distribution of this funding.” Rental Relief Fund,” Janey said, work out their childcare options life and his legacy with an urgent the citywide positivity rate is 1.6 She said that this committee and $15.5 million will be allo- and summer camp options for agenda for racial equity and jus- percent, “a historic low,” she said. will work in conjunction with cated for small businesses that tice. As we mark this anniversa- Additionally, Janey said that the City Council on addressing have been affected the most by their children and other respon- ry, now is our moment to lean in 60 percent of Bostonians have inequalities that existed before COVID-19; sibilities,” Janey said. “We will and live up to our values of equity gotten at least one dose of the the pandemic hit. Additionally, Janey announced continue to support our city em- and justice.” vaccine, and nearly half of resi- The money will be put towards that City Hall will remain oper- ployees as they return back into She said that on May 29, an dents are fully vaccinated. a “robust package of investments ating for in-person service four the building.” Baker files legislation to extend certain COVID-19 emergency measures

Staff Report extending these measures will ty in conducting open meetings COVID-related emergency and week ahead with our partners in allow for time to transition. Ex- through reliance on electronic inpatient services for charges the Legislature.” On May 25, Governor Charlie tending these measures, which streaming and similar measures. in excess of costs paid by their Last week, Governor Baker Baker filed legislation to extend were instituted by executive or- The bill will also grant mu- insurers. As filed, the protection announced that on May 29, all certain emergency measures der, requires legislation. nicipalities authority to extend would extend until January 1, industries will be permitted to currently in place via executive To allow public bodies to safe- special permits for restaurants 2022, at which time recently open. orders that are set to expire ly meet during the pandemic and offering outdoor dining issued passed federal legislation that With the exception of remain- on June 15 when the State of ensure public access to meetings, under the State of Emergency included protections for both ing face-covering requirements Emergency will be rescinded. Governor Baker issued an Execu- through November 29, 2021. Un- emergency and non-emergency for masks in public and private Most restrictions, including lim- tive Order in March 2020 allow- der an Executive Order issued cases will become effective. Ear- transportation systems, hospi- itations placed on businesses, ing these bodies to meet quorum in 2020, municipalities were lier this year, Governor Baker tals and other facilities housing will be rescinded effective May requirements even if meetings permitted to use an expedited signed legislation establishing vulnerable populations, all in- 29 as Massachusetts nears the were held remotely through elec- process to approve temporary surprise billing protections for dustry restrictions will be lifted goal of vaccinating four million tronic means as long as measures permits for new or expanded out- patients for non-emergency ser- at that time, and capacity will residents. were taken to ensure the public door dining and alcohol service. vices. increase to 100% for all indus- This legislation proposes to with electronic access to the pro- Without a legislative extension, “Massachusetts is leading the tries. The gathering limit will be extend measures providing for a ceedings. The bill filed by Gov- special permits granted under nation in the vaccination effort rescinded. temporary suspension of certain ernor Baker today will extend the Governor’s Order will expire and that progress is enabling Before June 15, the adminis- open meeting law requirements, these provisions related to the 60 days after the end of the State the Commonwealth to return to tration plans to take additional special permits for expanded out- Commonwealth’s Open Meeting of Emergency. normal,” said Governor Charlie steps that will permit the contin- side dining at restaurants, and Law until September 1, 2021, The legislation will also ex- Baker. “These temporary mea- uation of targeted public health billing protections for COVID-19 which will allow additional time tend a protection adopted in an sures will help businesses and measures beyond the end of the patients. When the State of to consider possible permanent executive order that prohibits residents in this transition peri- State of Emergency, including the Emergency ends, these orders changes to the open meeting law medical providers from billing od, and I look forward to working mask requirements announced will expire, and temporarily to provide for greater flexibili- patients who have received on these and other issues in the last week.

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• JUNE 4, 2021 3 Mission Hill Gazette • Boston Public Library welcomes patrons back into buildings The Boston Public Library use the research collections, use the branches have reopened, pa- (BPL) last week announced its the Kirstein Business Library & trons will no longer need to make plans to reopen its spaces to the Innovation Center resources, or an appointment to retrieve their public. On June 1, the Central Li- to request one-on-one computer holds, and can pick up their items brary in Copley Square reopened assistance. Appointments can be during open hours as normal. for limited in-person services, and made at bpl.org/reopening or by The adjusted branch hours will June 14, those services will be calling 617-859-5400. be made available shortly. expanded, and all branch libraries Hours of operation: Safety Requirements not currently under reconstruc- into our buildings, including soon Square Starting on June 1st, the Cen- Patrons visiting any library lo- tion are planned to reopen. All to the newly renovated Roxbury Walk up services: tral Library will be open Mondays: cation will be required to wear a reopening plans follow the latest and Adams Street Branches,” said Beginning on June 1, patrons 10AM – 6PM; Tuesdays: 10AM – mask over their nose and mouth city and state public health guid- BPL President David Leonard. will be able to browse select books 6PM; Wednesdays: 10AM – 8PM; at all times, and abide by all staff ance. “As difficult as it was to close our in the building, while other books Thursdays: 10AM – 6PM; Fridays: instructions regarding safety. “We are thrilled to have librar- doors last March, I am proud of will be available to be pulled on 9AM – 5PM; Saturdays: 9AM – Visitors will not be allowed to ies across the city opening their the innovative programming and demand by staff. In addition, pa- 5PM; Sundays: Closed. eat or drink inside the libraries or doors next month,” said Mayor critical resources we were able trons will be able to pick up holds Branch Libraries to use meeting rooms during this Kim Janey. “Equitable access is a to provide Bostonians over the and check out books and DVDs; The library intends to open all initial reopening phase. foundation for my administration last year, both virtually and on spend time in the courtyard; re- branches not currently under con- Future Services and we are focused on providing a limited basis in-person. Now new their library cards; and use struction on June 14. Visitors will The library will be reopening services that bring residents joy that it’s safe to begin reopening, public computers, print, and make be able to pick up holds and check additional services and spaces at and improve their quality of life. we are getting ready to welcome photocopies. out books; spend time browsing; the Central Library in the com- These are both qualities the li- you back and look forward to con- On June 14, all remaining pub- use the library’s computers for ing weeks, such as public meet- brary offers our citizens, and I tinuing the library’s mission to lic floors will be open for brows- limited time slots, and print and ing rooms, Art and Architecture hope in the coming weeks Bosto- provide services free to all. Our ing; the Children’s Library and make photocopies. Additionally, Tours, and in-person program- nians will visit their local librar- top priorities in the months ahead Teen Central will open; and the branch exterior spaces such as ming, as staffing levels and staff- ies, explore the spaces we’ve all are aiding residents in equitable Book Delivery Desk in the McKim courtyards or reading gardens will ing capacity return to normal. missed, and take advantage of economic recovery and educa- Building will be accessible to the be accessible to the public as well. Throughout the summer, pro- all the free resources the library tional advancement, along with public. Until branches reopen, patrons grams for all ages will be avail- provides.” providing summer programming Services by appointment: can continue to rely on the BPL able outdoors at many branch “We are very much looking for- for all ages.” Starting on June 1, patrons will To Go program to check out items locations, from storytimes to ESL ward to welcoming patrons back Central Library in Copley be able to make appointments to from their preferred location. Once Conversation Circles.

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4 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette What’s Happening on Main Streets

By Ellen Walker please stay connected with us Special to the Gazette on Facebook for future volunteer programs. So many positive changes and John Coppola and his team events have happened over the from Circle Properties helped past several weeks bringing a volunteers fill the almost 20 flow- breath of fresh air and hope to us er planters and distribute them all including the biggest change throughout the neighborhood. of the positive move to fewer They are overflowing with beau- restrictions on gathering and tiful pink petunias and always dining out. This means more bring a colorful touch of serenity students, workers and visitors to our neighborhood. Next on coming to Mission Hill and that both Tremont Street and Hun- is good for small businesses! In tington Avenue, we posted An- addition, MHMS’ Annual Spring ti-Litter signs created by Trey Clean Up occurred on April 17th and Braedon, two local Mission and we were joined by several Grammar students. Check out volunteers. Thank you, Maggie these two great designs from Cohen, Richard Giordano, Coun- young, creative, local students cilor Kenzie Bok and Raymond, as you wander through Mission Andrew Bioniarz, Tricia and Kev- Hill. in Fitzgerald, Gar Chiang, Troy You may have noticed the new and Becca Harrington-Wood- look on several utility boxes in Angelo Felix, John Coppola, Courtney Wright, Toni Komst, Chorlette O’Neill, Luisa Harris and ard and Vivek Dixit for coming Mission Hill by MassArt student Chris Dwyer. out to help us and to Maria of Melina Illner. Melina, a senior in Mike’s Donuts for donating coffee the illustration department, was and donuts. A Board member especially grateful for the chance exhibitions, Elizabeth DiCicco ing through create partnerships. buildings). The banners promote commented “judging from the to use her creative skills to give and can be seen at Brigham Cir- the COVID / Take 6! effort by re- conversation and laughter from back to the community that she cle, near Mission Church at 1545 Thanks to our partnering nowned artist Carrie Mae Weems volunteers, it was a wonderful lives in and loves by painting Tremont Street and near AKS with The Brigham and Women’s that has been launched in cities display of community spirit and vibrancy into the Mission Hill Pizza at 1427 Tremont Street. Hospital, Brigham Circle boasts across the country to educate and camaraderie.” MHMS relies on neighborhood. Melina’s work was This was an excellent opportuni- two new banners on buildings enlighten communities about the our volunteers and, for those of coordinated with MassArt’s Di- ty for MassArt to demonstrate its at 735 and 724 Huntington Ave- you who want to join in the fun, rector of campus and external commitment to community build- nue (Penguin Pizza/The Mission Continued on page 5

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• JUNE 4, 2021 5 Mission Hill Gazette • Main Streets Continued from page 4 impact of the virus, encourage public health measures and to thank front-line workers. The Take 6! Refers to the six feet of social distancing. (The MFA is also a lead partner with the Shah Family Foundation in supporting this program.)

In addition to this public awareness campaign, the BWH has seen many changes recently and we asked Shirma Pierre, Director, Community Health Op- erations and Projects with the Center for Community Health and Health Equity (CHHE) for Andrew Blonariz, Raymond Witter, Vivek Dixit and Councilor her perspective. Shirma stated Kenzie Bok. the BWH staff anticipate coming back to work sometime in the next few months and I asked her what she was looking forward to most. She quickly respond- ed that “reconnecting with the neighborhood and local restau- rants was something she sorely Artist Melina Illner’s work at 1427 Tremont Street missed. Being able to have with a lunch co-worker while helping to show support for small business- es, like the Laughing Monk Café (one of her favorite restaurants), is important.” Other changes FREE Delivery to include the departure of Wanda Mission Hill, McLain, vice president of CHHE who worked tirelessly to build LMA, & healthier communities and fo- Surrounding cused on the most vulnerable. A new interim President has been Major Universities appointed and his name is Sunil 1528 Tremont St. MH • 617.427.8080 • www.lillysgourmetpasta.com “Sunny” Eappen, MD. He was the interim leader for BWH equity efforts and the BWH representa- tive for Mass General Brigham’s Richard Giordano, Tricia Fitzgerald, Maggie Cohn and Gar United Against Racism initia- Chiang tive. As our Corporate Buddy for many years, the BWH has been a vital and strong supporter ize our neighborhood businesses. Avenue. Along with the lifting of the Mission Hill community This past month, I stopped in of restrictions and anticipation programs. MHMS says “thank at TBaar’s to speak with owner of students coming back, Mission you” to Wanda and “welcome” to Elaine Huang about her most Hill is alive and well! Sunny! popular fresh smoothie’s! The Mega C+ Smoothie, made with Champions keep playing until As many of you know, Adam pineapple, grapefruit, mango, they get it right.” Billie Jean Sarbaugh who has been a Mis- orange and banana was so re- King, American former World sion Hill and MHMS supporter freshing and paired with their No. 1 professional tennis play- for years, is renovating the for- purple sweet potato fries at only er; elected to the Tennis Hall Congratulations to mer Flann O’Brien’s Pub and res- $5.49, it was perfect! TBaar’s is of Fame in 1987 with 39 Grand idential building. He is excited to located at the site of the former Slam Titles be able to preserve the character Green T Café at 754 Huntington all 2021 graduates! of the building while making it more neighborhood-friendly and RESERVE Mission Hill Main Streets adding a newer residential com- 1542 Tremont Street ponent to the property. Adam is YOUR Boston, MA 02115 [email protected] conscientious of the importance SEATING Corporate Buddy of his building blending in with NOW (617) 232-0182 the rest of the structures on the FOR THE Circle Members block and making it look spectac- DINING ROOM Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, City of Boston Credit Union, Dana ular. We look forward to viewing Farber Cancer Center, Needham Bank, New England Baptist Hospital, the final product of his creativity! Northeastern University and Wentworth Institute of Technology. Thai • Sushi • Pick-up • Delivery As the weather warms up, I en- courage you to visit and patron- order.laughingmonkcafe.com or call 617.232.8000 6

6 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette Hill Happenings

By Mossy Martin year ago. When Gregg told me owned by Winnie Lyons and we this I immediately recalled sit- always kept the name “Moreau Linda Farquhar Kogut passed ting on the Mission Hill project Club” on the back of our shirts. away peacefully at her Roslin- benches with the boys and girls The Moreau Club was named dale home last month. listening to the great music on after John Moreau, who served I loved Linda, who was a ‘66 WMEX in the 1960s. Gregg could in the Army and was killed in graduate and honor roll student have knocked me over with a action in Binn, Vietnam on Jan. at Mission High and also my feather when he told me the DJ 29, 1970. Tobin Court neighbor so many on WMEX (9 a.m.-2 p.m., week- John, who was a Mission Hill years ago. Linda loved sports, days) is the legendary Larry Little League coach, will be hon- having attended many Red Sox Justice. ored by Boston Veterans Services games with her dad in the ‘60s. Larry is the same guy I lis- on Saturday, June 26, in a dedica- Later, during the dazzling days of tened to spin records on WMEX tion ceremony of John A. Moreau the Mission Hill Softball League, 60 years ago. I’ve been listening Square at Fisher and Parker Hill she seldom missed a game up to WMEX this week and Justice, avenues. We’ll know the time of the Hill to watch her brother, now 82, hasn’t lost his fastball, this great event next week. It will Buzzy Farquhar compete as the invoking witty quips in between be posted on the Facebook page, catcher for the great “Assorted the oldies music and interview- “I Grew Up On Mission Hill, “ as Nuts” team. More recently Linda Wayne Selden. ing famous stars from yesteryear. will the celebration following the enjoyed cheering on her beloved A belated happy 50th wedding ceremony. daughter, Joy Kogut, a gifted Final Four. Wayne, 26, previously a fortune cookie. anniversary to Bill Mullin and Check out the murals at 733 runner who has competed in played in the NBA and in China. The Mission Hill Veterans Virginia Mullin (Simmons). Huntington Ave., painted by tal- many roadraces, including the Wayne gives back to the commu- Post 327, now with 40 members, Bill and Virginia are a won- ented artist, Liz Boston. Boston Marathon. nity, be it gift cards at Target or held a meeting last week at Vic- derful Mission Hill couple, and Something you might not Linda had a heart of gold and backpacks for the neighborhood tory Point Restaurant in Quincy. I was honored to be an usher in know: Ivers Whitney Adams, the she will be dearly missed. kids at Christmas time. I last Gregg Brasso, the host of “Vet- their wedding party back on May father of professional baseball in Wayne Selden had a magnifi- saw Wayne in 2019 at the Reggie erans Voice Radio” on WATB-FM, 15, 1971. Boston, lived on Mission Hill at cent season playing for Ironi Nes Lewis Center, where he gracious- 7-8 p.m. from Marshfield, was Said Maggie Lawrence Cos- 2 Delle Ave. Ziona in the Israel Basketball ly held a basketball clinic for the our guest. “Veterans Voice Radio” ta, Virginia’s 1968 Mission High Adams was the President of Premier League. Wayne, a strap- youngsters. It was a few days be- helps veterans identify and apply classmate: “This is a marriage the Boston Red Stockings in ping 6-foot 5-inch guard from fore he was leaving for China to for benefits and programs for made in heaven.” 1871, and he also owned the Mission Hill, led Ironi Nes Ziona play for the Shandong Heroes, so which they may qualify. WATB Happy birthday to Dan Mul- team’s home field, the South to the F.I.B.A. Europe Cup and naturally I wished Wayne luck, is affiliated with WMEX-1510 lin, Bill’s son, who will celebrate End Grounds on Columbus Ave. Wayne was named M.V.P. in the and he chuckled when I gave him AM-Quincy, which resurfaced a his 40th birthday June 5. Bill, The Red Stockings are currently Dan and his older son, Mike Mul- the Atlanta Braves and the lon- lin, as well as myself, were team- gest continuous sports team in mates on the superb Mission Hill America. Liquors Softball team. To contact the author of this That team was previous- column, email mossymartin@ ly sponsored by Winnie’s Pub, gmail.com.

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• JUNE 4, 2021 7 Mission Hill Gazette • council currently has over the lems.’ It’s been more of a holis- people that they are “afraid” of city recovers from the pandemic Forum city’s budget, she believes the tic approach.” He also said that taking money away from the po- and students make adjustments Continued from page 1 goal is to have participatory vot- police “may not be required” for lice department. again. ing on the council. She also said calls about substance abuse or David Halbert said that as a The lightning rounds at the a hybrid model at first, but then that strengthening and investing mental health. city councilor, he would be an ad- beginning of each topic section transition over to a fully elected in nonprofit organizations can “I think our office has been vocate for “making very hard de- allowed candidates to provide a committee, as she believes the help decrease violence in neigh- one of the leading voices,” Julia cisions as to what we would vote quick answer to some hot but- process for running a campaign borhoods that is experienced by Mejia said, in “dealing with all yes or no within the budget rel- ton issues. During the housing is not equitable for all, and work so many young people in the city. things police reform.” She said ative to public safety and where lightning round, candidates were would need to be done to make Carla Monteiro said that “I her office has been “fighting for that money is going—where it asked if they support rent con- that happen. believe in a collaborative ap- a 15 percent reallocation” of the shouldn’t be going, quite frankly.” trol, and everyone except Mi- For housing, candidates were proach,” adding that she thinks police budget, when many other He also supports investing more chael Flaherty, James Colimon, asked about their priorities when both responsibilities and funds advocates have only been asking money into mental health ser- and Erin Murphy said yes. it comes to affordable housing in should be reallocated, especially for 10 percent. vices, substance use councilors, Candidates were also asked Boston. when it comes to “responding to Erin Murphy called for the and social workers. if they supported a requirement Alex Gray, who is blind, said mental health, substance abuse, expansion of the police cadet Candidates were also asked for the majority of new affordable he would advocate for accessible and [the] homelessness crisis.” program, as she believes more how they would use the approx- units to be built on-site, and all housing should he be elected. “I She also said that having more police officers are needed in the imately $300-400 million in candidates said yes. will fight for affordability, but I collaborative programs with the community. funding allocated for the Boston For the police lightning round, will fight more for accessibility,” Boston Police Department and “I strongly believe that every- Public Schools (BPS) through the candidates were asked if they he said. He also said that he is “reallocating 911 calls to other one should feel safe wherever American Rescue Plan. support closing the BPD gang in support of a first generation responders so that we could use they call home in Boston,” said Many of them, including Nick database, and all but Said Ab- homebuyer program. those fundings for a city run cri- James Colimon. “Needless to say, Vance, Michael Flaherty, and dikarim, Michael Flaherty, and Julia Mejia said she is in sis team,” are things she would we need the police.” He aid as Ruthzee Louijeune, said that Erin Murphy said yes. support of raising the city’s In- support. a Black man in Boston, he has they would use the funds for When asked they support- clusionary Development Policy Nick Vance said that “we need experienced “my fair share of infrastructure improvements to ed the cessation of information (IDP) 50 percent. “I think we more community policing” in the racial profiling. We need to make BPS schools, as many of them sharing between the Boston Po- need to reflect what the city city and also have more police sure we have a police department are in desperate need of improve- lice Department and ICE, all said needs,” she said, adding that training. He also said that money that reflects the community they ments. yes except Michael Flaherty. she is calling for lowering “the should be reallocated to “social are serving,” Others, like Kelly Bates and When asked if they would threshold for when IDP kicks in.” services programs.” Domingos DaRosa said that he Said Abdikarim said they would “advocate for the reallocation of Additionally, she said her office Said Abdikarim said that he has heard that police want more like to ensure teachers have money from the Boston Police is “in the process of creating a also supports participatory vot- training, and said that “a lot of proper wages and training, and Department budget to reinvest- citywide steering committee to ing on the council for the budget, them are suffering from mental Abdikarim also said that in- ment in communities,” all aid yes help inform our planning and and said that diversity training illness themselves.” He said that vesting in STEM and vocational except Michael Flaherty, Alex development process.” is a must for police officers, as reallocating funds to programs programs is important for him. Gray, and Erin Murphy. Other candidates, like Erin is “community engagement be- for violence prevention and com- Bates said that she would like For the full video with all Murphy and Domingos DaRo- tween law enforcement and the munity policing is something he to see more “worker training for questions and responses from sa, talked about looking at city residents of Boston.” is in support of. jobs that are going to be relevant every candidate, visit the JP Pro- owned lots to build affordable Kelly Bates called for the Alex Gray said that “people by post-pandemic.” gressives Facebook page, where housing, and DaRosa said that elimination of tear gas, rubber and large very much want great- Michael Flaherty called for screenshots are also available more public housing controlled bullets, and attack dogs, as well er accountability” when it comes “more school nurses” as well as from each lightning round ques- by the city is a solution to the as to “strengthen” the city’s new to the police department, and “more social and emotional op- tion so responses can be viewed housing crisis. Office of Police Accountability said that he has heard from some portunities,” especially as the at a glance. Policing in the city has been a and Transparency. “We need huge topic of discussion this elec- to remove things for the police tion cycle, with many candidates that frankly they shouldn’t be looking to make big changes to spending their time on,” she said, Virtual Public Meeting the police budget and how public “where social workers can inter- safety is approached. vene and help our communities.” Candidates were asked: “Giv- Michael Flaherty said that en the City Council’s Influence “there are certain matters” where 13 Alleghany Street over budgets ad recognizing the city would “need to work with the constraints of the council in federal law enforcement,” along Wednesday, June 9 Zoom Link: bit.ly/3hdi5d5 regards to the police contract, with ICE, such as issues of child 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Toll Free: (833) 568 - 8864 how would you approach reform trafficking and exploitation, drug Meeting ID: 160 521 4619 of our current system of police and weapons trafficking, and cy- Project Description: and public safety, and associated bercrimes. Join the BPDA for a community meeting about 13 Alleghany Street, a parcel located in the spending?” He said that his approach to Ruthzee Louijeune said that Mission Hill Community Garden. We will seek feedback on the potential sale of the site to the public safety has “never been Trustees, who currently manage the parcel. Interpretation and translation will be provided in while “there is a lot of power even driven by ‘we need to arrest and in that up or down vote” that the Spanish. prosecute our way through prob- Únanse a la Agencia de Planificación y Desarrollo de Boston (BPDA) para un encuentro Prison Book Program seeks board comunitario en la calle Alleghany 13, parcela ubicada en el Jardín comunitario en Mission Hill. Buscamos comentarios sobre la venta potencial al “The Trustees” el cual gestiona la parcela members. actualmente. La interpretación y traducción será en español. Interested? Apply at mail to: Morgan McDaniel https://prisonbookprogram.org/board/ Boston Planning & Development Agency One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Close of Comment Period: Boston, MA 02201 6/23/2021 Ayude a las personas encarceladas. phone: 617.918.6250 Prison Book Program busca miembros de email: [email protected]

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8 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette Mayoral candidates tackle climate and environmental issues at latest forum

By Lauren Bennett is continuing to build out safe for her, as is constructing more stalling solar panels and heat Boston and the Massachusetts bike lanes for residents. She also dedicated bus lanes. She said that pump systems that would “push General Hospital project. A forum centered around cli- talked about coordinating proj- free bus access is also something us away from a fossil fuel sys- Candidates like John Bar- mate and climate justice issues ects across the city to ensure that she stands behind and feels is tem” are things he would consider, ros and Jon Santiago suggested was held for the mayoral candi- these types of lanes are made feasible. She also encouraged res- and when it comes to existing amendments to Article 37 to bring dates on June 1, hosted by several possible. idents to read her plan, which is buildings, “we have to act with it up to date with where the city of the city’s environmental orga- Jon Santiago said that as an available on her campaign web- urgency.” He said that prioritizing is now as far as climate resiliency. nizations and endorsed by more avid bike rider himself, he has site, and includes “specific things retrofitting “is something I’ll take Barros said that Article 37 needs than 50 organizations citywide. been hit by a car while riding a that the City of Boston could do” on from day one.” to be triggered in smaller projects, Five of the six mayoral can- bike. As an emergency room phy- about these issues. Essaibi-George said that it’s and an “environmental justice didates, including John Barros, sician at Boston Medical Center, John Barros talked about cre- important to create “more oppor- checklist” needs to be introduced. Andrea Campbell, Annissa Es- he has also “treated countless ating a “coordinated network” tunities for open space and green Santiago said that Article 37 saibi-George, Jon Santiago, and people who have been struck,” with more safe bus and bike lanes space.” She continued, “too often, was created in 2007, but much Michelle Wu attended the forum, he said. that would increase service for we let climate action be led by has changed since then. He said but Acting Mayor Kim Janey, who Santiao said that transit access residents. He talked about con- people from outside our city,” and he is committed to retooling Arti- is also running for mayor, was not is an issue of equity, public health, necting bike lanes to rapid transit she said that creating opportuni- cle 37” along with reviewing the in attendance. and also an environmental issue. as well, and said he would work ties for residents to create their city’s entire zoning code to ensure The candidates were asked He said he is a :longtime believ- with the state on making that own homes will also be a solution that climate resilience and envi- several questions about climate er in increased transportation possible. to the displacement issue. ronmental justice is included on related issues in the city, ranging funding,” and safer bike lanes When it comes to retrofitting Campbell said that as mayor, a wider scale. from retrofitting buildings to cre- are needed. Santiago also said buildings, candidates were asked she would make sure communi- “More than 70 percent of the ating more bus and bike lanes to he would push for more transit how they will address the need for ties of color are at the center of city’s carbon footprint comes from creating green jobs. Candidates oriented developments in the city many buildings in the city to be conversation around this issue, the building sector,” Wu said, and and “make sure they’re not dis- the rest comes from transporta- were also asked about “the un- to lessen the need for cars. retrofitted to help fulfill the city’s placed at he same time,” She said tion. She added that more than equal impact of climate change” Annissa Essaibi-George said goal of becoming carbon neutral, that programs and resources need 80,000 buildings would have to be in the city, along with pollution that if elected mayor, she would as well as how they might address to be made available so smaller retrofitted “to stay within the lim- issues. create a Transit Task Force and displacement of residents that landlords are able to retrofit the it” of carbon emissions. “We have Transportation was a key topic push to expand the city’s electric could occur during the process. homes they own. She, along with to get it right from the outset,” she of conversation, and candidates bus fleet, particularly when it “Development remains one of Essaibi-George, said that the fed- said. “I fully support the net zero were asked what they would do to comes to the city’s school bis fleet. the most potent emitters in our eral money that is being made buildings push…it should not be build more bus and bike lanes and She also said that she would city,” Santiago said. He said that available right now can help. “For a voluntary resilience checklist make transportation more green. not cut service on trains, “espe- as mayor, he would “invest in me, it’s also about jobs,” Campbell that thee [Boston Planning and “This has been a major piece cially those serving low-income technology and funds and pro- added. Development Agency] considers.” of advocacy for me,” Wu said. “It’s communities.” grams to make sure we are plan- John Barros talked about “sup- Essaibi-George said that “net also a matter of life and death for Andrea Campbell said that ning for a clearer future” as well porting small businesses,” and zero buildings, specifically in far too many.” closing transit deserts in certain as provide developers with incen- taking a look at financing, includ- development, isn’t as costly as She said that creating dedi- areas of the city, “especially in tives to build greener. ing “using the future energy sav- people think.” She also called cated bus lanes is important, as communities of color,” is a priority He said doing things like in- ings and paying ow in cash what for “multiple voices at the table” we project we would be saving in during the process, and ensuring the future,” he said. that enough attention is paid to He said that when it comes Boston Public Schools buildings to retrofitting Boston Housing as they make up the “majority Authority units, he said the cre- of city-owned buildings” in Bos- No drought ation of a residential stability ton. She said that school build- fund would help people move and ings need to be renovated in a about it come back if that was necessary. :thoughtful” manner. He also said that he does not want When it comes to larger devel- to displace residents through tax opment projects, she said that en- increases once the retrofittings gaging the community is impera- are complete, and “providing the tive as they are the ones directly An Ivy rain barrel will help your right types of tax incentives to impacted by these developments, garden grow. keep people in their homes” is and that experts are involved. something that’s important to “We don’t hold folks account- > Removable locking lid him. able,” Campbell said, adding that > Screened inlet Wu said that “this is a place she “supports the provisions of, > Holds 50 gallons where we need the people power,” the spirit of Article 37,” but “ac- and creating an urban conserva- tion” needs to be taken. She also > Available in forest green or black tion corps would be beneficial. said that smaller landlords and > Made in the USA She also said that making sure owners of buildings are provid- > Recycled plastic people are trained and there is ed with the necessary resources equitable access to resources. She to abide by Article 37 to ensure Public price $112.00, member price $95.20 said that “corporatization of the equity. green infrastructure changes we There were many other ques- need” is not the answer. tions that residents wanted to ask 100 Terrace Street, Boston, 02120 Candidates also discussed Arti- candidates on the topic of climate Order online for pick-up, or just stop by cle 37 of the Boston Zoning Code, and environmental justice, and Monday–Friday 8:30–4:30 n Saturday 9:30–3 which has to do with “green build- Bob Tumposky of 350 Massachu- 617-442-2262 ings and climate resiliency” and setts said that all candidates will bostonbuildingresources.com how it relates to larger projects receive a list of the questions so a member-owned co-op across the city, including the Suf- they are made aware of what folk Downs development in East issues are important to residents. 9

• JUNE 4, 2021 9 Mission Hill Gazette • with or without a dispensary in Oliver-Davila replied that CAMH the neighborhood.” she’s always been transparent Continued from page 1 Kara Verrochi suggested that with her students, and that a the presence of a dispensary majority of them view cannabis place to work,” said presenter would increase “bad behavior” legalization as a “way to stop Jeffrey Sanchez. among the college student pop- the school-to-prison pipeline,” The business has received ulation, but she didn’t specify which disproportionately im- support from organizations in- what that behavior would in- pacts young males of color. She cluding the Mission Main Tenant explained that possession and Task Force and the Mildred C. clude. Hailey Tenant Organization, Michael Balboni, a Harvard distribution of cannabis is how elected officials such as State Medical School instructor, echoed many Black and Latino youths Rep. Nika Elugardo and City that “pot” was “just as destruc- enter the criminal justice system. Councilor Kenzie Bok, and over tive [as alcohol]” and “linked to “I have an issue with playing 100 abutters and community criminal behavior.” the race card to get support,” Mike Ross encouraged oppo- said Komst. members. The proposed floor plan for Raices on the Hill at 123 Terrace St. One of the abutters is the Di- nents of legalization to examine When the matter was brought ablo Glass School at the same the “years worth of data” contra- to a vote, CAMH members voted address. The hallway leading to to be a discussion on the Raices won’t go five steps in Boston dicting these claims. 13-7 against the project. “People don’t get hopped up Because Boston voted to le- the dispensary, which will elimi- business plan devolved into an without bumping into a school.” on pot and cause chaos,” he said. galize recreational cannabis in nate outdoor queues, will feature often-tense debate over cannabis Fenway High School teacher a window into the glass-blowing Toni Komst criticized BPS 2016, the city must provide a legalization itself. Bet Regan worried that custom- studio. school committee chairwoman total of 52 dispensary licenses, Some meeting attendees ex- ers could resell Raices’ product “My intention is to grow the Alexandra Oliver-Davila for be- roughly 20 percent of its liquor business,” said Diablo owner pressed concern about the pro- to her students. In response, coming an investor in Raices. licenses. The locations must be Matthew O’Hara. “Sharing a posed site’s proximity to area Bloniarz alluded to the town’s “What will happen when the dispersed evenly throughout the space with Raices can be a big schools. Resident Andrew Blo- already robust black market for kids that [Oliver-Davila] works neighborhoods. part of that.” niarz noted that schools in Bos- cannabis: “People who want to with find out she’s the owner of Raices does not require CAMH However, what was supposed ton are ubiquitous, stating, “You access marijuana will access it, a pot shop?” she asked. support in order to move forward.

vidrio. pada de que los clientes pudieran galización a examinar los “años de color. Explicó que la posesión Rechaza “Mi intención es hacer crecer revender el producto de Raices a de datos” que contradicen estas y distribución de cannabis es la Continued from page 1 el negocio”, dijo el propietario de sus estudiantes. En respuesta, afirmaciones. forma en que muchos jóvenes Diablo, Matthew O’Hara. “Com- Bloniarz aludió al ya robusto “La gente no se droga de mari- afroamericanos y latinos ingre- “Queremos que este sea un partir un espacio con Raices mercado negro de cannabis en huana y causa el caos”, dijo. san al sistema de justicia penal. gran lugar para trabajar”, dijo​​ puede ser una gran parte de eso”. la ciudad: “Las personas que qui- Toni Komst criticó a la presi- “Tengo un problema con usar el presentador Jeffrey Sanchez. Sin embargo, lo que se suponía eran la marihuana la obtendrán, denta del comité escolar de BPS, el asunto de la raza para obtener El negocio ha recibido el que era una discusión sobre el con o sin un dispensario en el Alexandra Oliver-Davila, por apoyo”, dijo Komst. apoyo de organizaciones como plan de negocios de Raices se vecindario”. convertirse en inversionista en Cuando llegó el momento de Mission Main Tenant Task Force convirtió en un debate a menudo Kara Verrochi sugirió que Raices. votar, los miembros de CAMH y Mildred C. Hailey Tenant Or- tenso sobre la legalización del la presencia de un dispensario “¿Qué pasará cuando los niños votaron 13 a 7 en contra del ganization, funcionarios electos cannabis. aumentaría el “mal comporta- con los que trabaja [Oliver-Da- proyecto. como la representante estatal Algunos asistentes a la re- miento” de universitarios, pero vila] descubran que ella es la Debido a que Boston votó para Nika Elugardo y la consejera unión expresaron su preocu- no especificó qué incluiría ese dueña de una tienda de mari- legalizar el cannabis recreativo municipal Kenzie Bok, y más de pación por la proximidad del sitio comportamiento. huana?” ella preguntó. en 2016, la ciudad debe propor- cien vecinos y miembros de la a las escuelas del área. El resi- Michael Balboni, un profesor Oliver-Davila respondió que cionar un total de 52 licencias de comunidad. dente Andrew Bloniarz observó de Harvard Medical School, dijo siempre ha sido transparente dispensarios, aproximadamente Uno de los vecinos es Diablo que las escuelas en Boston son que la “marihuana” era “tan de- con sus estudiantes y que la el 20 por ciento de sus licencias Glass School, que ocupa el mismo ubicuas: “No darás cinco pasos structiva [como el alcohol]” y mayoría de ellos ven la legal- de licor. Las ubicaciones deben edificio. El pasillo que conduce al en Boston sin toparte con una “vinculada a la conducta delic- ización del cannabis como una estar distribuidas uniforme- dispensario, que eliminará las escuela”. tiva”. “forma de detener el camino de la mente por los vecindarios. colas afuera, tendrá una ventana Bet Regan, maestra de Fen- El desarrollador Mike Ross escuela a la prisión”, que afecta Raices no requiere el apoyo directamente en el estudio de way High School, estaba preocu- alentó a los oponentes de la le- de manera desigual a los jóvenes de CAMH para seguir adelante.

14-year-olds who are too old ic groups of residents,” such as “Fireworks are dangerous, ty-based organizations to help Safety for summer camps and prepare young adults between the ages of illegal explosives,” Janey said. carry out these plans. Continued from page 1 them for employment opportuni- 17 and 24 “who have been identi- “The loud bang is triggering to “Maintaining public safety is ties. Janey also said that she has fied by law enforcement as most veterans and others in our com- a citywide responsibility that we nity-based programming that proposed in the budget to make susceptible to firearm violence.” munity who have experienced all share,” Janey said. “Working connects our work to our goals BCYF general membership free Lastly, the plan aims to “pro- trauma from gunfire. Let’s all together, we will identify and ad- to address and prevent violence.” of cost this year. mote positive activities and stay safe and let’s all enjoy the dress the root causes of violence, She said that the plan will Janey said the second part is community engagement in our summer without fireworks.” create pathways to opportunities be implemented in five separate to “strengthen our work to cool shared public spaces,” Janey Janey said if fireworks do be- for our youth, and strengthen sections, the first of which in- gang hotspots,” and the third is said. come an issue, residents should relationships.” cludes increasing engagement to help neighborhoods connect Janey also addressed the is- report it to 311. For more information about activities for the city’s youth, to resources “that help them re- sue of fireworks, which became In order to create a safe and the summer safety plan, visit such as the Boston Centers for spond and recover from violence. a huge problem citywide last enjoyable summer for all, Janey www.boston.gov/news/mayor- Youth and Families (BCYF) “Su- The fourth part is to “expand out- summer with many residents said that the city is working janey-announces-2021-summer- perTeens” program for 13 and reach and engagement for specif- sending in complaints. closely with various communi- safety-plan. 10

10 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette Wu seeks to expand arts and culture City Councilor At-Large and ine Boston’s relationship with ing our democracy through build- Candidate for Mayor Michelle public space. The Boston Play- ing community block by block. Wu, joined by José Massó, An- streets proposal would emulate Wu called for simplifying public nouncer and Producer of WBUR’s Philadelphia’s, closing hundreds event permits, directing public ¡Con Salsa!, members of the arts of streets with a volunteer su- streets and parks to be venues for community and residents, called pervisor, including food, art and arts and culture programming, for a summer of play and issued activities for kids, hiring DJs and creating direct city assis- proposals to transform, expand and artists, and plugging in our tance for communities to set up and connect our arts and cul- professional sports teams and block parties, with microgrants ture sector to every neighborhood private companies to participate. to remove financial barriers for today. She declared that sum- She also called for the city to every neighborhood. mer 2021 should be a summer create space for every community “As Boston reopens and re- of play as part of Boston resi- to hold block parties in their own covers, it’s time for a Summer of dents’ healing and reconnection, communities, following up on her Play—using arts and culture to and also launched an innovative 2019 Boston Globe op ed and heal, connect, and inspire. Imag- Playstreets proposal to reimag- Block Party Guide on strengthen- ine music and community events in every park, block parties in ev- ery neighborhood, and every bit of Boston’s diversity reflected in the vibrancy on our open streets. Let’s supercharge our recovery, support local artists and small businesses, and help communi- ties heal through an intensive focus on infusing arts and play throughout our neighborhoods,” said Michelle Wu. “We have been holding our breath for over a year as all of us have been wishing and hoping and praying that we would again be able to celebrate in communi- ty with one another in person, Caregiver Solutions and do it in a way in which we Michelle Wu is joined by José Massó (second from right) as with Meg Hogan, CEO of Boston Senior Home Care can celebrate life. On this day well as members of the arts community and residents. in which Councilor Wu asks for When people hear the term “foster care,” they typically think of us as a City to embrace arts and the child foster care system. Adult Foster Care programs are quite culture as being very much the last fifteen months to the years care gap, transform our public different. Funded by MassHealth, Adult Foster Care supports a fabric of what could be our DNA, ahead,” said José Massó. schools, Boston Green New Deal family member or friend* who is helping with activities of daily I join in with Councilor Wu in Michelle Wu has proposed a and Just Recovery Plan, renego- living, such as dressing, bathing, and meal preparation for older supporting this initiative. Arts adults or people with disabilities in their own home. detailed agenda for bold change, tiate police contracts for trans- and culture in our open spaces including a vision to establish parency and accountability, Food By living with their caregivers, Adult Foster Care recipients must play an important role as a Cabinet-level Chief of Worker Justice Agenda, Digital Equity benefit from personalized care, the ability to participate in family a segue from what has been the activities, and they can continue their familiar routines. It is Empowerment, close the child- Agenda and more. especially beneficial to those with a disability or chronic health condition. In return, caregivers receive a monthly stipend to help with the financial responsibility of providing full-time care. Adult Foster Care is an innovative program and a win-win for caregivers, older adults, and people with disabilities in Massachusetts. Boston Senior Home Care’s Adult Foster Care Program is designed to support care recipients’ unique needs, and to honor and value their desire to remain at home and in the community. Our experienced team of case managers partner with caregivers, providing a customized care plan along with training, support, and assistance. We know caregiving. You can depend on us. Are you ready to learn more? You or someone you know may be eligible for our Adult Foster Care program. For more information, please visit bshcinfo.org or call 617-292-6211.

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• JUNE 4, 2021 11 Mission Hill Gazette • Immigrant storytellers share their experiences about this school year

Staff Report storytelling and foster a more has shaped education,” said Jeff teachers and students and the be partnering with MOIA once welcoming and inclusive environ- Thielman, IINE President and immigrant community is evi- again to share these important To celebrate Immigrant Her- ment for newcomers in neighbor- CEO. “The resiliency of Boston’s dent every day. We’re thrilled to stories.” itage Month and the end of the hoods, schools, and workplaces. 2020-2021 school year, the City This is the second event hosted of Boston Mayor’s Office for Im- by MOIA and IINE. migrant Advancement (MOIA) “I came to the U.S. when I was and the International Institute 9 years old and it took years to of New England (IINE) will host settle in, but even then, some- a special storytelling event. On times I still felt like an outsider,” June 3, immigrant students and said MOIA Director Yusufi Vali. educators will share their ex- “That’s why events like this are periences with remote learning so important to me—to break and reflect on the impact the down barriers and really under- COVID-19 pandemic had on their stand each other’s experiences.” educational journey. The event will feature story- “Suitcase Stories: Reflections tellers from countries including from the School Year” is from Vietnam, Bahrain, El Salvador, 7:00-8:15 p.m. on Thursday, June and Colombia. Expected story- 3. The free, virtual event will tellers include My Nguyen, an be on Zoom and Facebook Live. 11th grader at the Boston Inter- Those interested in attending national Newcomers Academy; can register by visiting: boston. Dania Vazquez, Head of School gov/my-immigrant-story. at the Margarita Muñiz Academy “This school year was deeply in Jamaica Plain; Sixto Arevalo, complicated by the COVID-19 a student from Year Up; Noo- pandemic, and it’s important to ra Lori, Assistant Professor of hear from our immigrant com- International Relations at the munities,” said Mayor Kim Janey. Pardee School of Global Studies “We need to share our stories. We at Boston University; and Liliana need to empower each generation Avendaño, founding member and to be more secure, more equita- facilitator with the Center for Free Checking. ble, and more just than the last.” Cooperative Development and Suitcase Stories, IINE’s signa- Solidarity in East Boston. ture program, provides a unique “The stories that will be Free ATMs. way for communities to explore shared during this event show migration through the art of the varying ways the pandemic Hassle Free.

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Women, labor, and communi- side lifesaving organizations that made them even more costly. This needs. We hope that the products like diapers. This donation will ty leaders came together today are providing vital resources to is a part of an ongoing child we have collected here today will go a long way in aiding our fam- to donate diapers and feminine families in need,” said Mayor care crisis, which needs imme- make a difference to our commu- ilies-in-need and in keeping our products to serve families in need Janey, City of Boston. “This year diate attention. The organizers nity members, and knowing the babies healthy.” in Boston. Through the citywide has been especially challenging are calling on state lawmakers struggles our families are facing, Hundreds of people gave dia- diaper drive, they collected thou- for families with young children to make parents and caregivers that our legislators will fund sands of diapers and other prod- and I am incredibly grateful for a priority for American Rescue flexible child care.” pers and other toiletries during ucts, all of which will go towards the work of the Greater Boston Plan funding — especially those “We are grateful for the amaz- the afternoon event, which was the families served by Brookview Labor Council and Communi- most impacted by the pandemic. ing women leaders who came held in the parking lot of the House. Mayor Janey, City of Bos- ty Labor United for supporting “The increasing cost of dia- together today to conduct this Dorchester offices of the Boston ton, was in attendance at the our residents when they need pers and other necessities in the drive,” said Darlene Lombos, Teachers Union, and will ben- drive to raise awareness about it most.” market has made it difficult for Executive Secretary-Treasurer, efit the women and children of the burgeoning cost of child care This drive comes at a time our mothers and families to care Greater Boston Labor Council. Brookview House. The drive was for families. when diapers are one of the most for their children,” said Lindsay “This pandemic has made it in- “Throughout the pandemic expensive items for struggling McCluskey, Deputy Director, credibly difficult for our families sponsored by the Greater Boston and beyond, the City of Boston families with young children, Community Labor United. “It is to afford basic items to care for Labor Council and Community has been proud to stand along- and the impact of COVID-19 has an added cost to their child care themselves and their infants, Labor United. Campbell proposes ‘Student Acceleration Accounts’ from federal stimulus relief funding With the Boston Public Schools “Of course there will be a role for priorities. Student acceleration We also know that mental health for the future. The pandemic receiving over $400 million in centrally-run programs as well, accounts are one model to accom- has been a challenge for many of highlighted what many of our federal relief funding, Councilor but we also need to trust the plish such family- and school-led our students amidst the isolation families and educators already and mayoral candidate Andrea adults closest to our students to control, and will be most success- and pain of the last year, so our knew -- our buildings are in dire Campbell is calling on the district know what’s best for each child.” ful in combination with critical recovery must also include an need of repair. While we had our to put control of some resources Campbell’s proposal includes central office investments. infusion of counseling and social attention on windows that won’t directly in the hands of fami- the following: Campbell’s plan to empower emotional supports. open and non-existent HVAC sys- lies, teachers, and schools to get • Each family would have con- teachers, schools, and families 2. Plan for a seamless re- tems, we also know that too many students what they need after trol over $3,000 of ‘BPS Bucks’ builds on the priorities that she opening in the fall. These funds of our buildings lack the 21st a year of tremendous learning to choose services for each child announced in March for federal give Boston the resources the century learning environments disruption. at BPS. stimulus dollars which include City needs to stipend teachers, that our communities deserve. Federal stimulus dollars are • Through either a simple web making up for lost time through school leaders, and other staff Now is the moment to finally expected to exceed $9,000 per portal or paper form, families can tutoring and summer programs, to have real planning time this accelerate facilities investment, student in BPS. Campbell’s plan choose from a menu of services for planning for a seamless reopen- summer, so that on the first day which can include investing in proposes a portion of those funds, their child. ing in the fall, investing in cur- of school, we’re ready to welcome energy efficiency and sustain- $3,000 per child, be allotted to • Services would include, for riculum and technology, and back students and address their ability, such as replacing light- “Student Acceleration Accounts” example, one-on-one or small building the school buildings our individual needs -- everything ing, updating heating and cool- so that parents and caregivers, group tutoring with BPS teachers students and staff deserve. Spe- from health and safety protocols ing systems, upgrading windows, in collaboration with their child’s or staff, homework help, after- cifically, Campbell recommends and on-time buses to the social and even installing solar panels. teachers and schools, can choose school and summer programs, so- Boston Public Schools use federal and emotional supports we know These investments are not only the right supports for their child cial emotional supports including relief funding for the following our students will need. good for our air quality and our that can be delivered starting one-on-one counseling, and other strategies: 3. Invest in curriculum carbon footprint, but the district this spring and summer. customized student supports. 1. Make up for lost time. and technology. The stimulus will reap the financial returns “As a mother, I know this pan- • Schools, teachers and fami- Boston’s top priority must be also provides a unique opportu- for years to come, allowing us demic has taken a huge toll on lies would collaborate to meet the to make up for the significant nity to make overdue updates in to make long term investments our children, and that parents needs of each student -- teachers and inequitable gaps which the materials our students and in services our children deserve. know best what supports their providing input for families on have been exacerbated in the educators use every day. That In February, Campbell released children need to make up for the each student’s needs and schools last year. That should include can include modernizing Madison a comprehensive education plan tremendous learning disruption summer school and high-dosage Park’s vocation facilities, ensur- to address student learning loss over the past year. I’m calling for providing input on the menu BPS to dedicate $3,000 of federal of options for students at their tutoring, through staff stipends ing staff and students have the during the pandemic, elevate relief funds to each and every school. as well as tutoring by other com- hardware and software they need the quality of all Boston Public BPS family so they can choose the As the selected Commission munity members and non-profit across the district, and putting Schools, and transform Boston best supports for their child and and district continue their public community partners, not only for high-quality, culturally and lin- Public Schools into a more equi- so we can get it done now, not next decision-making process, Camp- next school year, but for many guistically sustaining curriculum table district so that every Boston year,” said Councilor Campbell. bell is pushing for a final plan to years to come. Any family who in our schools. student has access to an excellent include a combination of fami- wants enriching and education- 4. Build the school build- public education and opportuni- ly- and school-led control of re- al summer programming should ings children and educators de- ties that will prepare them for sources along with central office receive it for the next three years. serve -- while freeing up money success.

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Staff Report incide with the lifting of public last August. Last week, the Baker-Polito health restrictions in Massachu- “Our administration recogniz- Administration announced the setts and is scheduled to run es that the challenges created by launch of the “Let’s Go Out” cam- throughout the summer, through the pandemic have made the last paign, an effort to raise public September. year tremendously difficult for awareness of the importance The mission of the campaign the entire small business com- of supporting local restaurants is to amplify the importance of munity, and especially for the across the Commonwealth. restaurants as an integral part restaurant industry,” said Gov. The campaign is being led of daily life and a key driver of Charlie Baker. “We have been by the Massachusetts Office of economic activity for the Com- proud to provide more than $688 a strong recovery for restaurants Park. Additional billboards and Travel and Tourism (MOTT) in monwealth’s downtowns and million in grants to help restau- across the Commonwealth.” display ads will be featured on conjunction with the Executive main streets. “Let’s Go Out” is an rants and other hard-hit small Campaign ads will capture the highways and at Logan Airport, Office of Housing and Econom- extension of the Administration’s businesses navigate these chal- meaningful moments that play in partnership with MassDOT ic Development and industry “My Local MA” campaign that lenges, and look forward to build- out in restaurants, such as cele- and Massport. A TV spot will also partners. The launch of the $1.9 has been encouraging residents ing on that support through the brating special occasions, recon- air on broadcast TV, including million campaign is timed to co- to shop, dine and stay local since ‘Let’s Go Out’ campaign to ensure necting with friends, spending on NESN during Red Sox games time with loved ones, or meeting in late summer. The campaign’s someone new. Following the eco- landing page, VisitMA.com/Lets- nomic impact of COVID-19 on GoOut, features campaign infor- restaurants and the transition mation and a growing restaurant Mission Hill/Roxbury COVID-19 update of many customers to delivery directory. and takeout alone, this summer The “Let’s Go Out” campaign By John Lynds presents an opportunity for con- was developed in close collabora- sumers to get out and reengage tion with key industry stakehold- The weekly COVID-19 positive with friends and family, around ers that offered their expertise test rate in Mission Hill/Roxbury the food they love in an atmo- and support, including the Mas- dropped significantly and is un- sphere that invites emotional sachusetts Restaurant Associa- der two percent according to the connections. tion, Mass Restaurants United, latest data released by the Bos- “As our restaurants reopen to and members of the Restaurant ton Public Health Commission capacity, it’s an exciting time for Promotion Commission. (BPHC). them to welcome back custom- “Over the last year, restau- The report released last Fri- ers,” said MOTT Executive Direc- rant owners and their staffs day shows 984 residents were tor Keiko Matsudo Orrall. “The have shown great resilience and tested last week and 1.8 percent aim of the ‘Let’s Go Out’ cam- creativity as they invented new were positive. This was a 60 per- paign is to showcase the amazing ways to engage with customers cent decrease from the 4.6 per- diversity of restaurants we have while dealing with important but cent that tested positive during across the state and encourage a difficult safety restrictions. The the last week of April. return to in-person dining to sup- fact is, however, that in-person Of the 46,544 Mission Hill/ port these businesses that are dining is critical to the health of Roxbury residents tested for so critical to our economy. While the restaurant industry. With the COVID-19 since the start of there may be some changes at the ‘Let’s Go Out’ campaign, Massa- the pandemic, 11.7 percent are restaurants, like new floor plans chusetts is making it clear that COVID positive. This was a 3.3 or contactless payment systems, they support restaurants, and percent decrease from the 12.6 the unparalleled experience of are taking the issue seriously. percent that were found to be in-restaurant dining is essential The Massachusetts Restau- positive overall at the end of to connection and community.” rant Association is proud to be April. The campaign, which will run a part of this statewide effort,” Citywide, the weekly posi- through September 2021, will said Massachusetts Restaurant tive test rate continues to de- feature statewide coverage in- Association President and CEO crease. According to the BPHC cluding display ads, digital bill- Bob Luz. 16,275 residents were tested and boards, posters, and radio spots, For information, go to Visit- 1.1 percent were COVID posi- as well as billboards at Fenway MA.com/LetsGoOut. tive--this was a 31.25 percent decrease from the 1.6 percent positive test rate reported by the BPHC two weeks ago The Mission Hill/Roxbury COVID-19 infection rate in- creased only 2.4 percent through- Stats released by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) out the month of May. as part of its weekly COVID-19 report breaks down the number According to data released of cases and infection rates in each neighborhood last Friday by the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) the COVID-19 infection rate went cases increased from 5,329 to Citywide positive cases of from 1,235.6 cases per 10,000 5,459 cases. . coronavirus increased less than Mission Hill residents to an infection rate of The statistics released by a half percent last week and went 1265.8 cases per 10,000 residents the BPHC as part of its weekly from 70,529 cases to 70,694 con- during the month. COVID19 report breaks down the firmed cases in a week. Eleven GAZETTE An additional 130 Mission number of cases and infection additional Boston residents died Hill/Roxbury residents became rates in each neighborhood. It from the virus last week and s infected with the virus through- also breaks down the number of there are now 1,384 total deaths Call 617-524-7662 for ad rate out March and the number of cases by age, gender and race. in the city from COVID. 14 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette Massachusetts allowed to continue P-EBT benefits through the summer

By John Lynds tribution sites and other efforts Assistance (DTA) and the De- COVID-19 pandemic the pro- under the age of six. to address hunger in the com- partment of Elementary and gram covered the cost of school Massachusetts initially While the COVID-19 virus munity are ongoing many were Secondary Education (DESE). meals for students in remote or launched its P-EBT program in may be slowing down the fall- anxiously awaiting to see if the P-EBT promotes increased food hybrid learning environments . April 2020 when schools closed out from the yearlong pandemic Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) program, security for families whose chil- The recent American Rescue due to COVID-19, was one of and economic downturn that in- launched at the height of the dren receive free or reduced-price Plan Act of 2021 allowed states a few states to receive federal creased unemployment and food pandemic would be extended. school meals through the United to continue providing P-EBT for approval for September P-EBT insecurity locally is still very P-EBT is a federal program States Department of Agricul- families through summer 2021. benefits and was the first state much a reality. that is jointly administered by ture’s National School Lunch This week Massachusetts re- in the nation to receive approval While food banks, food dis- the Department of Transitional Program (NSLP). During the ceived federal approval to con- to continue P-EBT through the tinue providing EBT benefits to 2020-2021 school year. families through summer 2021. In March 2021, the program The DTA estimates this will was extended to provide P-EBT provide continued financial as- benefits for children in child care. sistance for the families of more A family already receiving Advertising than 600,000 school-age children P-EBT benefits will have the line and 88,000 children under six extended benefits added to ex- On in households that get SNAP isting EBT cards. If not actively benefits to buy food as Massachu- receiving these benefits, family’s ble setts families recover from the will receive a P-EBT card in the Availa economic impact of the pandemic. mail for each eligible student in is In Mission Hill/Roxbury and a household. Showcase Your Business, Open throughout Massachusetts, all From the onset of the Covid-19 students who have received crisis many agencies like Project House, or More with an online AD SIZE P-EBT will receive a total of Bread advocated at the state and ad! $375 in P-EBT benefits in two federal level for Massachusetts equal payments of $187.50 this to receive a waiver to operate a Clients and Customers in pixels summer. The first payment will P-EBT program. be issued on July 1 and the sec- COVID-19 has increased food are just a click away! W: 160px ond payment will be issued on insecurity in Massachusetts by — $30000 per month per site — H: 600px August 1. 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While and neighbors. The work will take by early fall 2021. After this mile- safe and functioning, much of the place for 24 hours a day as follows: stone, signal replacement and D Branch infrastructure was in • From the end of regular train testing will continue through the need of updating. Prior to the service on Friday, June 11, to the end of fall 2021 when the project start of this project, the signal beginning of regular train service is anticipated to be fully complete. system used elements from the on Monday, June 21 The signal work may occasional- 1950s and the track was approx- • From the end of regular train ly be disruptive as crews move imately 30 years old. The benefits service on Wednesday, June 23, equipment on and off the tracks. of updating these elements in- to the beginning of regular train The acceleration will condense clude the lifting of speed restric- service on Saturday, July 3. the duration of the noisy track- tions on some sections for faster During the accelerated work, work, however, and reduce future service and mitigating the risk of the noisiest track replacement is impacts on D Branch riders. service interruptions with a mod- anticipated to be concentrated in The full access closure for 24/7 ern, centralized signal system. the Reservoir area and the River- work will take place in two phases “Not only will the D Branch side area. Crews will be working from June 12 through June 20 work taking place this summer along the project corridor between and from June 24 through July 2, get the trackwork completed Riverside and Beaconsfield on cat- ending before the Fourth of July ahead of schedule, but we will enary pole installations, welding holiday weekend. This accelerat- also amplify the results we de- of previously installed new rail, ed approach will also ensure the liver during this acceleration and signal replacement, some of Alternate Green Line Service of July holiday. On Tuesday, entire project is completed on period. We are working closely which can generate noise. Crews During Accelerated Work: July 6, shuttles will continue to time to deliver the full benefits with the Town of Brookline to will be moving equipment on and To accelerate the work, train run on weeknights and week- to our riders. leverage access and allow signif- off the tracks in various locations. service will be replaced with ends through the duration of the “The full access closures of icant progress on municipal proj- The public is encouraged to check shuttle buses on the D Branch project. More information can be the D Branch represents the sec- ects at Brookline Hills Station, the Work Locations section on between Riverside and Kenmore found on the Green Line D Service ond major acceleration of GLT Brookline High School, and the the project website for the latest for a total of eighteen days. The Changes page as well as within D projects this year,” said MBTA Carlton Street Footbridge,” said anticipated work locations. Work two nine-day closures will take Branch Alerts. General Manager Steve Poftak. Chief of Green Line Transforma- will include replacing nine units place on the following dates: Minimizing Noise: “These accelerations are focused tion Angel Peña. “We understand of special trackwork where trains • Saturday, June 12, through The MBTA implements stan- on shortening the construction that construction is inconvenient switch tracks. timeframe and delivering benefits and we are working as quickly These closures also give other Sunday, June 20. dard mitigation strategies to min- to our riders sooner, particularly and safely as we can to assure area projects the opportunity to • Thursday, June 24, through imize noise disruptions to neigh- as we expect ridership to continue a smoothly operating ride for all complete major developments, Friday, July 2. bors. Noise levels are monitored, to rise over 2021. Construction of our D Branch customers by including the Town of Brook- These free, accessible shuttle and the MBTA responds to all always brings some challenges to later this fall. We thank you for line’sBrookline High School buses will stop at stations be- noise complaints. A 24/7 noise abutters and riders. However, ac- your patience and cooperation. Expansion Project, Brookline tween Riverside and Kenmore. hotline is available to report a celeration condenses the period of GLT will continue to keep riders Hills Station Accessibility Im- The MBTA will carefully monitor noise issue at 508-676-3550. disruption and allows us to work and the communities we serve provements, and Carlton Street ridership levels on shuttle buses, For more information, more efficiently. Once complete, informed of our progress as we Footbridge Rehabilitation. Oth- adjusting service levels if needed. visit www.mbta.com/GLT, the D Branch Track and Signal accelerate the project.” er MBTA Departments, such as All work on the Green Line email [email protected], or connect Replacement project will deliver Acceleration Details: the Maintenance Department, D Track and Signal Replace- with the T on Twitter @MBTA, safer and more reliable service for Starting after the end of may also take this opportunity ment Project will pause on July Facebook /TheMBTA, or Insta- years to come.” normal service on Friday, June to complete needed work on the 3 through July 5 for the Fourth gram @theMBTA. The Green Line D Track and 11, crews will work around the D Branch. Marijuana store operators to make pitch for Tremont Street dispensary Inspiring By Seth Daniel Mendoza Pekala, of Stoughton, The proposal would be for a lifelong learning in craftsmanship only on this application, but in long-vacant storefront at 1441 A team of Stoughton-based the Mattapan operation, other Tremont St., which abuts Nachlo marijuana entrepreneurs that partners include her husband, Restaurant and a barber shop. received approval in 2019 to open and Carlos Castillo – a liquor The applicants could not be a marijuana dispensary in Mat- store owner in Boston. reached by press time, and the tapan, will be coming to Mission Team Green LLC was only the Cannabis Board did not imme-  
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[email protected]. 16 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette Rescued sea turtles to be released into the wild Staff Report Kemp’s ridley turtles, an endan- gered species, for a variety of Following a historic season life-threatening medical condi- that saw hundreds of cold- tions that resulted from weeks stunned sea turtles wash ashore of hypothermia and the inability on Cape Cod, the New England to feed during stranding season, Aquarium sent off 25 rehabili- which occurs when New England tated turtles to be released back waters quickly turn cold in the into the wild from the North fall. The 2020 season, which be- Carolina coast. gan in October, required strict The turtles spent the past safety protocols and tight co- four to six months at the Aquar- ordination with partner orga- ium’s Sea Turtle Hospital in nizations amid the pandemic. Quincy. Volunteer pilots with The Aquarium worked closely the non-profit organization Tur- with Mass Audubon’s Wellfleet tles Fly Too met animal care Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, National staff members at the Marshfield Marine Life Center, the Nation- Airport to safely get the turtles al Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad- onboard and en route to North ministration’s (NOAA) Fisheries Carolina’s warmer waters off Service, and Turtles Fly Too to Fort Macon State Park. Three save hundreds of turtles. Over planes transported the reha- the course of the season, the bilitated turtles south, along Aquarium admitted 569 sea tur- with nine turtles from National tles for rehabilitation. There are Marine Life Center and Mystic currently 15 turtles remaining Aquarium. at the Quincy facility, which will Twenty-five rehabilitated turtles to be released back into the wild. “It is so rewarding to see many be released off Cape Cod over the of these turtles returning to their summer. tifier for prescriptions and oth- home,” said Adam Kennedy, se- For more than 30 years, the er specialized care. The turtles nior biologist at the Aquarium. New England Aquarium has then receive a physical exam, re- “While I would love to be there to helped rescue, rehabilitate, re- placement fluids, heart rate and set the turtles down on the beach lease, and research endangered respiration assessment, wound myself, knowing that this honor and threatened sea turtles. The care as needed, and a trial swim. will go to others that have played Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Hospital The trial swim helps biologists such pivotal roles rescuing these functions similarly to how a hu- and veterinarians determine the animals over the years—espe- man patient would be admitted turtle’s level of activity and alert- cially this year—makes it just to a hospital. When they first ness. Turtles also get X-rays to as special.” arrive, the turtles are assigned assess for fractured bones and Aquarium biologists and a federal number to track their lung condition, with many diag- veterinarians had treated the medical plan, acting as an iden- nosed with pneumonia. Essaibi George for Boston releases economic justice and workers’ rights policy plan Volunteer pilots with the non-profit organization Turtles Fly Too “Boston has the opportunity for all. marginalized workers, and be a met animal care staff members to safely get the turtles onboard. and responsibility to learn from “For too long, our economy partner to Boston’s labor unions. our past, and not just rebuild our has neglected our hard work- The head of this office will be economy, but build a better econ- ing residents, prioritized white a cabinet-level chief reporting omy that works for everyone.” wealth building over Black and directly to the Mayor and have Boston City Councilor At- Latinx, and ignored workplace a seat at the policymaking table Large Annissa Essaibi George health and safety,” said Councilor released a new economic justice Essaibi George. “Boston has the to assess the potential impact and workers’ rights policy plan opportunity and responsibility to proposed policies and initiatives that outlines a comprehensive learn from our past, and not just may have on Boston’s working vision to fight back against eco- rebuild our economy, but build families. nomic inequality, close the racial a better economy that works for Directly overseen by the Chief wealth gap, and build an econo- everyone.” of Economic Justice and Workers’ my centering shared success and Demonstrating her commit- Rights will be an Economic Jus- Boston’s hard working residents. ment to these issues, Essaibi tice Task Forse to intentionally Informed by Essaibi George’s George highlighted her plans to address racial discrimination, time as a union member and establish the first-ever City of identify problem areas in our small business owner, and by the Boston Department of Economic ideas and lived experiences of Justice and Workers’ Rights to City, and create and implement advocates, experts, labor unions advocate for the city’s hard work- city-wide initiatives that focus on and Boston residents, the plan ing residents and fight for fair economic justice and prosperity, The turtles spent the past four to six months at the Aquarium’s includes short- and long-term wages and benefits, work to close while consistently measuring im- Sea Turtle Hospital in Quincy. solutions to rebuild an economy the wage gap, stand up for our pacts and progress. COLOR PAGE • JUNE 4, 2021 17 Mission Hill Gazette • Acting Mayor Janey kicks off Joy Agenda March of the Living launches drive for unique 2022 Trip to Poland, Israel Initiative looking for artist to create murals locally and across the city Staff Report vivors, emphasized the impor- By John Lynds tives that create job opportuni- For the local mural projects, tance of educating the next gen- ties for creative workers across interested artists will have an A generous $2,000 scholarship eration. In a college student sur- Last week, Acting Mayor Kim artistic disciplines throughout opportunity to apply for a grant is being offered to every qualified vey last year, 63 percent of those Janey, in collaboration with the communities, organizations, and between $25,000-$75,000. high school junior and senior who surveyed did not know that six Mayor’s Office of Arts and Cul- City departments. The Transfor- The artist that receives the participates in the 2022 March of million Jews were murdered in ture, Boston Parks Department mative Public Art Program, led grant will then work with Hyde the Living (MOTL) Jewish heri- the Holocaust. Seven percent and the Mayor’s Office of New by the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Square Task Force and commu- tage trip to Poland and Israel. weren’t sure if the Holocaust even Urban Mechanics, announced the Culture, is one element of this nity members to create a mural The 2022 trip will run April occurred and 3 percent denied “Joy Agenda” initiative. initiative. for Boston’s Latin Quarter in 24 – May 8, 2022. that it happened. Another survey According to Janey the Joy The first opportunity is for art- Mozart Park. “This is the only program of showed 95 percent of participants Agenda is a city-wide invitation ists interested in creating murals The deadline to apply for this its kind and it’s important that in past MOTL trips agreed the and opportunity for local artists and are flexible about location. opportunity is Wednesday, June we take as many students as experience strengthened their to take part in a Transformative Artists will be selected based on 16 at 5 p.m. Artists can apply possible,” says Irv Kempner of Public Art Program that includes a written proposal, portfolio, and Jewish identity and their bond at https://cityofbostonartsand- Sharon, Chair of New England with Israel. It’s a lifelong lesson creating murals across Boston interests, and the City will match Friends of MOTL. Trip guides culture.submittable.com/sub- about ‘Never again.’ including murals in nearby Mo- them with a site. include educators, rabbis, Holo- mit/194885/transformative-pub- Aaron Kischel, Director of Teen zart and Malcolm X parks. The second opportunity is for caust survivors. lic-art-the-joy-agenda. Programming, notes that space is “After over a year of incredible artists interested in creating He adds, “The annual March “This past year, we saw so limited. He urges early registra- hardships caused by COVID-19 murals that are associated with of the Living (MOTL) trip (only many artists bring together tion. Contact him: kischel7241@ and acts of violence against com- specific themes or communities missed in 2020 and 2021 due communities amid social isola- gmail.com / 781-799-4765. munities of color across the coun- identified by the City. to the pandemic) simultane- tion and provide collective op- New England Friends of MOTL try, we’re looking at ways we can The last opportunity is for ously teaches about the roots of portunities for processing grief, foster an equitable recovery that artist to work with Hyde Square prejudice and Holocaust history, is committed to make the experi- healing, and joy,” said Chief of allows all residents of Boston to Task Force and community mem- builds lifelong Jewish identity, ence affordable for every Jewish Arts and Culture for the City of thrive,” said Janey. “We believe bers to create a mural for Bos- creates ambassadors for Israel, teen who wants to participate that by emphasizing the power of ton’s Latin Quarter in nearby BostonKara Elliott-Ortega. “This and helps teens meet new friends through its $2,000 scholarship joy in healing and growth, we’ll Mozart Park or working with the program will bring more arts op- from around the world.” offer. Additional financial assis- be able to come back together as Boston Parks Department and portunities to Boston, while also Highlights of the two-week tance may be available from area a stronger, more welcoming city.” community members to create investing in artists and creative trip include visits to historic temples and organizations. A key part of this work in- a mural honoring the legacy of workers who need our support Jewish sites in Poland, visits To contribute, contact Devel- cludes a focus on City-led initia- Malcolm X in Malcolm X Park, now more than ever.” to concentration camps with opment Chair Jim Slovin -- jim@ Holocaust Memorial Day (Yom motlnewengland.org / (508) HaShoah) ceremonies in Poland, 846-2448. Contributions may be BPD officers arrest suspect wanted in connection followed a week later with tours made via the website https://mot- throughout Israel, climaxing lnewengland.org/. New England with celebrations in Jerusalem Friends of MOTL is a tax-exempt to several recent lewd incidents in Mission Hill on Israel Independence Day (Yom charitable organization as de- Ha’atzmaut). fined by Federal Tax code section At about 7 p.m. on Monday standing warrant sought out passing. The arrest warrant was Kempner, son of Holocaust sur- 501(c)(3). May 24, officers assigned to the of Roxbury District Court on applied for and granted follow- BPD Youth Violence Strike Force charges of Lewd and Wanton ing several recent complaints, arrested Decosta Turner, 30, of Lascivious Conduct, Criminal dating back several months, in Roxbury in the area of 13-A Gazette Pet of the Week Harassment (2 Counts) and Tres- the Mission Hill area. McGreevey Way in Roxbury as by Sarah Carroll part of an ongoing investigation which was initiated by officers JASON and detectives assigned to Dis- LEAVE ITand trict B-2 (Roxbury). Meet Jason! 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Editorial Op-Ed Congratulations to Your house and building financial security Dr. Glenn Mollette Talk to an attorney and make more economical. However, care- sure the title is clear and the con- fully assess if you really want the Class of 2021 On Memorial Day, we gave tract is solid before you enter into to give up your space and be thanks for our soldiers who gave the agreement. A couple of years subjected to a land lord or rent- Graduation Day is one of the few occasions that brings a smile and are giving sacrificially for later I moved and sold the house al association. You’ll always be to the faces of everyone in a community, regardless of whether they our freedom. and cleared $10,000. It worked more independent in your own have a personal connection to a graduate. It is an occasion when all One of the freedoms we enjoy out okay for me. The man got his place if you can maintain what of us share in the joy -- and pride -- that graduation day marks in is the freedom to own a house. balance owed plus interest. you have. the lives of our young people. For older folks, graduation day recalls a The greatest asset of most people time when we too, were young and our entire future lay in front of us. You may not find a land con- There are tax benefits to buy- is the roof over their heads. Your tract deal and will have to go ing and owning property that you Graduation day marks a bittersweet moment for parents, friends, house may be worth more than family, and teachers, as well for the grads themselves. As befits every through a bank or other lender. won’t get when renting. all of your cash, savings accounts The idea of entering into a 15, You will also come out better turning point in our lives, it is a time of mixed emotions of joy, sad- and in some cases retirement 20- or 30-year loan agreement is financially if you are planning ness, and reflection. Although the graduates and those close to them funds combined. overwhelming. If you can handle on living at least five years in are looking forward to the exciting future that lies before them, they If your house is paid for then a 15-year loan you will save tens your house. also will be looking back on the passing of their carefree youth and congratulations to you. You have of thousands of dollars. When A man or woman’s house is his the experiences that have shaped their lives to this point. achieved a beautiful piece of the you purchase a house on a 30- or her castle. Invest in a place The young women and men who will be receiving their diplomas American dream. When I was 26 no longer are considered “youths” in the eyes of the world. They are years old, I bought a house on year loan the cost of the house to live if and when you can and full-fledged adults who have been deemed ready to assume all of the a land contract. The house cost depending on interest rates will give thanks for a country where rights -- and responsibilities -- that adulthood implies. $80,000. Interest rates were 17% almost double. we have the freedom to build The graduates, most of whom have turned 18, can vote, run for back then and a man sold it to When you a pay a few years on financial security. public office, enter into contracts, be tried fully as adults in the crim- me for no money down and 10% your house you develop equity. Glenn Mollette is the publisher inal justice system, and fight and die for their country. interest rate. The rate then was You could borrow against the of Newburgh Press, Liberty Torch For the parents of the grads, watching their “little boy or girl” good and it was good for him. He house in case of an emergen- and various other publishing proceed to the podium to receive his or her diploma will be a poignant was using the sale to fund his cy. Once you have paid for your imprints; a national columnist moment. No doubt every parent will be thinking of the sentiments retirement for 20 years at about house it’s yours and you have a – American Issues and Common expressed in the song, Sunrise, Sunset, from Fiddler On The Roof: $800 per month. It was great for place to live. In your golden years Sense opinions, analysis, stories me because I didn’t have a nickel if you decide you don’t want the and features appear each week Is this the little girl I carried? to put down on the house. If you hassle of taking care of property In over 500 newspapers, web- Is this the little boy at play? can buy a house this way then you can sell it and utilize the sites and blogs across the United I don’t remember growing older more power to you and the seller. cash to rent or buy something States. When - did - they? When did she get to be a beauty? When did he grow to be so tall? Wasn’t it yesterday when they - were - small? Grant for the Future of Work program available Although economists these days tell us that the value of a high Staff Report improvements, including adjust- ment’s Collaborative Workspace school diploma is not what it was a generation or more ago, the ments to help spaces adhere to Program, our administration is graduates should keep in mind, as they contemplate venturing out The Baker-Polito Adminis- the social distancing and health pleased to offer coworking spaces into an uncertain world, that their mere presence on the podium has tration and MassDevelopment and safety standards outlined in the resources they need to grow proven that they have the ability and the determination to achieve have announced up to $1 million the Commonwealth’s sector-spe- their membership, expand offer- whatever goals they may set for themselves. in funding for the sixth round cific COVID-19 Workplace Safety ings, and make adjustments to We recently came across a news item that appeared in the Win- of the Collaborative Workspace Standards. keep members safe.” throp Sun on June 24, 1898. The article, which reprinted the Class Program, a MassDevelopment “The COVID-19 pandemic has Since its pilot launch, and Ode for the Winthrop High Class of 1898, is as timely today as it was program that accelerates busi- changed the outlook for what it through the first five rounds of 123 years ago, and sums up the feelings of all of us on Graduation Day. ness formation, job creation, and means to be ‘at work’ for many grants, the Collaborative Work- entrepreneurial activity in com- people, with Massachusetts’ vast space Program has made 164 The years pass by in swift array munities by supporting infra- network of coworking spaces of- awards totaling $9,842,041 for We cannot check their onward flight; structure that fuels locally based fering another avenue for work- the planning, development, and The moments that were ours today, innovation. ing, creating, and collaborating,” build-out of collaborative work- Have passed forever from our sight. Eligible organizations may said Housing and Economic De- spaces. apply for seed grants of up to velopment Secretary Mike Ken- The full Request for Proposals Yet while the course of life moves by $15,000 to study the feasibility nealy, who serves as chair of is available at massdevelopment. We too, must never lag behind; of new collaborative workspaces MassDevelopment’s Board of Di- com/cowork. Responses are due But work and strive as best we may or fit-out grants of up to $100,000 rectors. “Through MassDevelop- by 5 p.m. on July 2. To aid and benefit all mankind. for new equipment or building

This we must do, or soon too late We think in sadness of our loss, For “Each is Master of his Fate,” Though some must bear a heavy cross. PLEASE WRITE… The Gazette welcomes letters to the editor. Word limit: 500. Deadline: Friday at 5 p.m. one week before publica- And when the race of life is run, tion. Letters may be emailed to [email protected]. Please include address and telephone num- This life that holds so much for each ber for verification purposes. Anonymous letters will not be published. More information: 617-524-2626 Shall come the gentle words, “Well done!” As we at last the goal have reached. • JUNE 4, 2021 19 Mission Hill Gazette • June programming at the Museum of Fine Arts posted

This month, the Museum of clude art making, Spotlight Talks GARDEN FOR BOSTON: This go Fund Lecture on June 3 will tions behind the painting and the Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), hosts focused on artwork by the MFA’s spring, the MFA will launch Gar- bring together three contempo- pictorial traditions from which it its ninth annual Juneteenth— artist-in-residence Rob Stull and den for Boston, a new outdoor rary artists working in jewelry emerged, and preview the Muse- the MFA’s first in-person commu- musical performances curated by project by local artists and activ- today: Melanie Bilenker, Tiff um’s plans for displaying works nity celebration in over a year— BAMS Fest. Limited free tickets ists Ekua Holmes (African Amer- Massey and Mallory Weston. by Van Dyck and other Flemish and continues its partnership will be available for an outdoor ican, born 1955) and Elizabeth These artists create provocative, masters in the new galleries of with the Roxbury International screening of Summer of Soul, James-Perry (Aquinnah Wampa- relevant and socially engaged Dutch and Flemish art, opening Film Festival (RIFF). Additional presented in partnership with noag, born 1973) that welcomes work, each positing adornment fall 2021. virtual events include a program the Roxbury International Film visitors and opens conversations not just as aesthetic decoration, SOUND BITES: In conjunc- hosted by the Center for Nether- Festival. Additionally, a virtual about the land that the Museum but as a vital and urgent means tion with Writing the Future: landish Art, the annual Daphne panel discussion titled “Disrup- occupies. The project will be fur- of connecting past to present, Basquiat and the Hip-Hop Gen- Farago Fund Lecture featur- tion by Design: A New Path to ther activated through a series and communicating visions of eration, the MFA is hosting ing three contemporary artists Liberation” will take place on of public discussions with artists, the future through design. a Sound Bites: Nancy Lee Clark working in jewelry, and a series June 16 at 6 pm. scholars and thought leaders YOUTHFUL AMBITION: Concert Series that explores how of conversations in conjunction ROXBURY INTERNATION- about the deep connections and Flemish painter Anthony van different generations expand on with the MFA’s upcoming out- AL FILM FESTIVAL: The 23rd intersections between Black and Dyck was not yet 20 years old door project, Garden for Boston. annual Roxbury International Indigenous histories in Boston. when he painted Self-Portrait as and redefine early hip-hop. The JUNETEENTH: On June 19, Film Festival (June 17–26) takes Upcoming events include “Com- Icarus with Daedalus in about concerts—filmed inside the exhi- the MFA is hosting a day of out- place virtually on mfa.org and munity Crossroads: Black and 1618. In a virtual program on bition and available for rent on door programs to celebrate June- in person this year, including Native Experiences in Boston“​ June 8 organized by the Center the Museum’s recently launched teenth—the oldest nationally outdoor film screenings on June (June 1) and “Planting Together: for Netherlandish Art, leading on-demand video platform, MFA recognized commemoration 19 and 24. RIFF is the the largest Conversation with Ekua Holmes experts on Flemish art take a Selects—conclude on June 3 with of the ending of slavery in the festival in New England dedi- and Elizabeth James-Perry” closer look at the recently redis- Slick Vick with Cake Swagg and U.S.—and honor the contribu- cated to celebrating films by, for (June 22). covered work, which is a prom- Bernadine. The full suite of per- tions of Black artists, scholars and about people of color. Tickets PAST-PRESENT-FUTURE: ised gift to the MFA from the Van formances will be available to and creative voices to the City of will be available to purchase on CONTEMPORARY JEWELRY Otterloo Collection. Participants view on MFA Selects through the Boston. Drop-in activities will in- June 2. NOW: The annual Daphne Fara- will explore Van Dyck’s motiva- run of the exhibition. PBS’s ‘Antiques Roadshow’ coming to New England

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Call 617-524-7662 7 Harris Avenue, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 JamaicaPlainGazette.com 20 • JUNE 4, 2021 • Mission Hill Gazette City Paws It’s tick season By Penny & Ed Cherubino can transmit microbes that cause should end each walk with a diseases, including Lyme disease thorough examination of your We’ve had a couple of alerts and babesiosis.” Ask your veter- dog to remove any loose ticks about an abundance of dog ticks inarian about the symptoms of before they attach. Do this out- this season. At Poppy’s grooming tick-related diseases so you can side, if possible, since you don’t appointment, Mike Maida, owner watch for them. want your home infested with of Pawsh Dog Boutique, told us The number one way to keep ticks. The CDC has an illustra- that his staff has removed a lot ticks off your dog is to choose tion pointing out key places to of ticks from dogs this spring. where you walk and how you look such as inside ears, between City Paws reader Melissa Di- maintain your property. Having toes, on paws, under tails, in arm Falco wrote to ask for advice on your dog on a leash to control creases, on stomachs, and under tick prevention in dogs. She has where they walk is a start. Re- collars. a long-haired Australian Shep- member, ticks also reside in ur- Brushing or combing your dog herd and has found more ticks ban areas. We try to keep our can remove ticks that have not than usual this year especially Poppy from walking along or attached. Running your hands The CDC created this illustration of places you might not think on Cape Cod. With many new under bushes that line city side- through the fur, feeling the skin to look for ticks on your dog. pandemic puppies around, this walks. for tell-tale bumps, and system- is a great topic. Tick Prevention Treatment atically checking the areas where ensuring that all parts of the tick If you are a recent dog guard- Tick Bite Prevention There are products you can ticks are commonly found will are removed.” ian this may all be news to you. In reality, tick season is most apply to your dog to kill ticks. help. There are many good tick re- The Internet offers authoritative of the year according to the Be sure to discuss this with your Removing Ticks moval tools and you should follow videos and articles on this topic American Humane Association veterinarian since some breeds You should not handle ticks if the instructions for the one you as well as misinformation and choose. We suggest you add one (AHA). They describe tick be- and specific dogs may not toler- you can possibly help it. If you old-wives-tales. Choose your ed- havior, “Ticks often hang onto ate the insecticides used. What’s find one attached to your dog of these to your keyring if you ucation sources wisely and you’ll blades of grass waiting for some- more, while these products kill you should use tweezers or a tick frequent high tick areas. be ready when a tick makes an thing, or someone, to brush by ticks in up to 48 hours, they don’t remover to deal with it. The AHA Once you’ve removed the them that they can grab onto, prevent all ticks from attaching writes, “To use tweezers, grab tick, the AHA says you should appearance. which makes Fido and his wag- and transmitting disease. the tick with clean tweezers as not crush it but rather flush it Do you have a question or topic ging tail an appealing victim for Examine for Ticks close to your pets’ skin as possi- down the toilet. Finally, clean for City Paws? Send an email to these creatures. Most common When you do walk in an area ble without pinching them. Pull the wound with antiseptic and [email protected] with your in wooded or grassy areas, ticks with known tick activity, you the tick out slowly and steadily, the tool with isopropyl alcohol. request.