Dorchester Reporter “The News and Values Around the Neighborhood” Volume 29 Issue 15 Thursday, April 12, 2012 50¢ Herb Berman: Dot’s Mr. Postman; at 85, he’s still delivering the goods By Gabe Philbin He cherishes his family Special to the Reporter life: four children with Nothing can prevent his late wife Shirley – Dorchester’s own Mr. Arthur, Bruce, Carol, Postman, Herb Berman, and Charlene – and two from working his route whom he has adopted five days a week while in the spiritual manner: enjoying his life and Satu Carlsten, a waitress his close relationships at Gerard’s, over the last within the community seven years, and Otis he serves. Williams, of Roxbury, “I could not be in a bad who joins Berman for mood here,” said Berman dinner every Sunday from his seat at Gerard’s night. “He’s just wonder- in Adams Corner. “I call ful,” said Carlsten. “He’s it God’s little acre.” the best father you could Berman, a gregarious ask for.” family man who turned What can a man say 85 this month, has been about 52 years of deliver- delivering mail for the ing mail through rain Postal Service for 52 and snow and sleet and years, beginning in 1960. dark of night? Well, says Timothy J. McCarthy, inset, was a first-class pas- He has been on this Herb Berman: “From the senger on the Titanic. The 54-year-old Nelson Street Dorchester beat since minute I got in it, I loved father perished along with 1,514 others. 1990, but he doesn’t it. It started as just a job. just drop off the mail at I knew I’d like walking Dorchester lost homes and businesses; around, and I knew I’d he also picks up endear- like being with people. ing friendships at nearly For instance, a half a man when the every stop along the way. century-later, there are No stranger to serving two kids who give me a Titanic went down his country, Berman was hug when they see me. honored in 2006 for 50 Herb Berman: Door-to-door service. After those hugs, I’m set By Patrick O’Connor years of doing so: four Photo by Ed Forry for the rest of the day.” Special to the Reporter A third element in By the spring of 1912, Timothy J. McCarthy of years in the Navy (“I being deployed to Pearl numbers as day after day the life of this multi- Nelson Street in Dorchester was no stranger to was no hero,” he says, Harbor), followed by 46 he makes the rounds of dimensional man is his trans-Atlantic voyages. The 54-year-old father of noting that he never saw as a mailman. Six years Adams Village. love of bowling, of the five had already made 22 journeys as part of his job action because WWII later, he continues to But Herb Berman isn’t as a buyer of stationery for the Jordan Marsh Co. ended while he was add to his remarkable a one-dimensional man. (Continued on page 11) At noon on Wed., April 10 – 100 years ago this week – McCarthy, traveling first class, was one of the 2,228 passengers on the maiden voyage of the Neighbors looking at new design luxurious (some called it “unsinkable”) liner the RMS Titanic as the ship’s captain eased his way out of the harbor at Southampton, England, and set course for Morton-Gallivan intersection for New York City via Cherbourg, France, where he By Meena Ramakrishnan current layout. “If you’ve ever been State Representative was to pick up additional passengers. Special to the Reporter The intersection has through this inter- Russell Holmes and Four days later, at 20 minutes before midnight The wheels are fi- been called one of the section… you know State Representative on the 14th, the ship struck an iceberg that badly nally turning to give most dangerous to cross that can be difficult to Linda Dorcena Forry, damaged its starboard side. Three hours later, at the hazardous Morton in Boston. MassDOT navigate. There are also whose office helped to 2:20 a.m. on the 15th, the Titanic was at the bottom Street and Gallivan spokesperson Michael concerns with regard to allocate funding for the of the North Atlantic. Timothy McCarthy was one Boulevard intersection a Verseckes said car pedestrian crossings, project. Out of the three of the 1,514 unfortunate souls who perished that much-needed overhaul. crashes have been a and safety concerns for alternative street maps night in the frigid waters off Newfoundland as rescue At a meeting held last major issue between the nearby school,” said presented, the majority ships sped to the site. Tuesday, April 3 at the the two streets. In the Verseckes. of the attendees chose One of those vessels, the Carpathia, reached Charles Taylor School, last three years, there Around 40 people the first option. It would survivors in lifeboats just after 4 a.m. as word of the community members have been at least 44 attended the meet- maintain the geometry disaster was filtering into newsrooms on both side and public officials voted accidents that occurred ing, including State of the intersection and of the Atlantic. It reached New York on Thursday on an alternative to the in the intersection. Senator Jack Hart, (Continued on page 3) evening the 18th, where hundreds of reporters and families were awaiting its arrival. Rev. Lane named in settlement Menino issues Timothy McCarthy’s body was recovered days later budget that’s up by one of three cable ships, the Mackay-Bennett, $60 million. City which had been sent from Halifax, Nova Scotia, to with man claiming sexual abuse look for the bodies of victims. His remains were sent to By Tom Mulvoy Brendan’s Parish who councillors will Boston where a funeral Mass was said by Revs. Peter and Bill Forry was for many years a vet the numbers. Ronan, who had officiated at Timothy’s marriage to Reporter Staff chaplain with the Boston Page 3. his bride Mary in 1888, and John V. Cronan at St. A story in Wednesday’s Police Department. Lane Matthew’s Church on Stanton Street. Newspaper Boston Globe reported died in 2007. accounts relate that more than 800 employees of the that a settlement had The newspaper pointed Jordan Marsh Co. attended the funeral. McCarthy been reached between out that “as is standard,” was laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery. the archdiocese of Boston none of a dozen settle- McCarthy was traveling with a fellow Jordan and an individual who ments mentioned in Marsh employee, Herbert H. Hilliard, 44, of Brighton, claimed he had been the story “involved an who also perished in the sinking, leaving behind a sexually abused by the admission of guilt.” All contents copyright wife and young daughter. His remains were never late Rev. James H. Lane, Terence Donilon, the © 2012 Boston found. Rev. James H. Lane the longtime pastor of St. (Continued on page 13) Neighborhood News, Inc. Page 2 THE Reporter April 12, 2012 Reporter’s Notebook On The Record Councillors seek hearing Hart hailed on issue of ‘sober homes’ By Gintautas Dumcius the exception, not the rule, among News Editor elected officials. As the State House Two city councillors who represent News Service noted in its preview of Dorchester say a hearing is needed on the meeting, “In an unusual caveat the matter of so-called “sober homes,” accompanying a meeting advisory, which have caused headaches for local organizers say commission members residents in the last year. In filing their will not be taking questions ‘during, order for the hearing this week, District before or after the meeting’ and that 3 Councillor Frank Baker and District media inquiries should instead be 7 Councillor Tito Jackson noted that directed” to the commission’s flack. the term “sober home” implies an All that was missing from the com- environment where people struggling mission’s table was a sign advising with drug and alcohol addiction can the public, “Do Not Approach, Feed, receive support, and that homes not or Even Look Directly at Gambling offering services hinder recovery efforts Commissioners.” and disrupt neighborhoods. Dorchester has faced its own difficul- Connolly asks family input ties with sober homes. An investigation on student assignment process conducted in 2010 for the Reporter City Councillor At-Large John Con- through Northeastern University’s nolly on Tuesday sent an e-mail from Initiative for Investigative Reporting his campaign account, asking families to weigh on the school assignment State Sen. Jack Hart, center, pictured with Children’s Trust Fund Board mem- discovered that few people in City bers Jim Rooney, left and Bill Kennedy, received the Valuing Our Children Hall or the State House could “state process. The Menino administration is Award from Children’s Trust Fund at the State House on March 26. with accuracy how many sober homes planning an overhaul of the process, a exist in the city or how many people frequent source of frustration among live in them.” parents who depend on a lottery to The state Department of Public get their children into a school of their Ups N Downs cleared in fight that closed it Health is expected to release a legisla- choice. Meetings asking for input from The Boston Licensing Board last week found “no violation” in the actions of tively mandated report on sober homes parents and residents are ongoing and Ups N Downs on Feb. 23, when an unknown assailant stabbed seven people, sometime this month. The report was a plan for neighborhood schools – allow- but the bar remains closed and still plans to shut down permanently. originally due by the end of last year. ing students to walk to a nearby school The Neponset Circle barroom’s owners had argued that the incident, in which In fall 2011, a sober home operator instead of being bused – is expected exchanged words escalated into a brawl and then somebody got out a knife and was arrested on charges of taking around the end of the year. started slashing, was unforeseeable. A security person testified Tuesday that kickbacks in exchange for falsifying An advisory committee appointed by none of the fighters were regulars at the Neponset Circle bar. drug screenings. The arrest came Mayor Thomas Menino is putting the Ups N Downs attorney Michael Ford said he is pleased the board agreed weeks after Port Norfolk residents were plan together. that not only could bar workers not have seen the fight coming, but that they outraged to learn that the operator, Connolly, chair of the council’s did everything they could to bring it under control, and, after that didn’t work, Carl Smith, had attempted to open education committee and frequently called 911 for help. Two of the seven people stabbed were bar employees. a sober home in their neighborhood mentioned as a potential contender However, he said owner Arthur Sutliffe still plans to sell his liquor license, without consulting them. for City Hall’s Corner Office, wrote likely to the Boston Tea Party Museum, which has made him an offer for the Earlier this month, in Lower Mills, lo- that he began small group discussions valuable commodity. Ford said Ups N Downs will remain closed until after cal merchants greeted with skepticism two months ago to gauge “parent and the Mayor’s Office of Consumer Affairs and Licensing releases its ruling on a proposal from a group of investors student perspectives” on the school the incident. The office held its own hearing on the incident last Wednesday, to create a “sober environment” for assignment process. He urged people to but has up to a month to release a decision. veterans in a former funeral home write to him and hold their own small Barring a negative ruling from the office, Ford said, the bar would re-open and several adjacent properties on group discussions. just its first floor until the license sale went through. The stabbings stemmed Washington Street. The skepticism fol- “My hope is that by working with from a fight on the second floor. lowed a presentation from proponents parents and students from across the of the proposal that offered few answers city, the Committee on Education can to how it was going to be run and how provide BPS and its School Assignment Condo developer gives up real estate license services will be provided. External Advisory Committee with A local condo developer facing federal felony charges has surrendered his real “The lack of regulation makes it independent and insightful guidance estate broker license. The state’s Division of Professional Licensure said this impossible to prevent exploitation of on how we can make our school system week that Michael David Scott, who bought and sold properties in Dorchester a vulnerable population for financial work for every child in Boston,” he and Roxbury, gave up his license and his right to renew any licenses. gain, and ensure that those seeking wrote. “Scott must transfer any and all funds under his possession, custody or a supportive environment where they control in his capacity as a real estate broker to a Boston area law firm by can achieve and maintain sobriety are Menino coffee hours 5 p.m. today as well as notify by certified mail all parties he represents as a receiving the services their recovery in Dorchester, Mattapan broker that he has surrendered his license to the [board of registration] and requires,” the councillors’ order says. Mayor Menino will making his can no longer represent the party as a licensed broker,” the division said in The order invites officials from law annual way through the city’s parks a Tuesday release. Pending real estate matters must be transferred to other enforcement, the state Department and playgrounds in May and June, licensed brokers no later than 5 p.m. on April 13. of Public Health, the Boston Public with coffee in hand. He is scheduled In August 2010, a federal grand jury indicted Scott, accusing him of defrauding Health Commission, and inspectional to hit the Walker Playground at 550 mortgage lenders through “straw buyers” for condos. Scott pleaded not guilty services to testify. Norfolk Ave. in Mattapan on Thurs., and is awaiting trial. May 17, at 9 a.m. On Mon., June 11, Despite the indictments, Scott continued to operate as a real estate broker, Gambling panel kicks off he’ll be at Rev. Loesch Family Park marketing properties in Massachusetts as part of an organization called the first meeting in Dorchester off Brent, Melbourne, and Wainwright Crawford Group LLC. Two aspects of Gov. Deval Patrick’s streets in Dorchester. That event will The division’s board licenses 71,998 real estate-related individuals and eventual legacy were on display at start at 9:30 a.m. businesses. – REPORTER STAFF either end of the UMass Boston campus this week. On one end, there is the Menino aide shifting to skeleton of the $155 million Integrated new role as Council liaison Apparent suicide gets action in Cedar Grove Sciences Complex, a badly needed Kaitlin Feeney, who has spent A gruesome discovery inside a Cedar Grove condominium complex triggered research facility that can represent the the last two years as a member of the a heavy police response in the neighborhood last Friday afternoon. A crew from investments the governor has promoted mayor’s advance team, is transition- a moving company who arrived at the 40-unit condo complex around 4 p.m. to in education. On the other end, inside ing to the job of City Council liaison. evict a man from his unit found the occupant, said to be in his 50s, dead from the Campus Center, there was the first Menino announced the move during what investigators believe was a suicide, according to Boston Police sources. meeting of the five-member gambling the annual breakfast and budget commission, which will dole out briefing with councillors on yesterday A Readers Guide to Today’s Dorchester Reporter licenses for casinos and a slot parlor. at City Hall. Feeney, the daughter of (USPS 009-687) Casinos – which to some bring to the city clerk and former Dorchester Published Weekly mind the dark tower known as Biff city councillor Maureen Feeney, is Periodical postage paid at Boston, MA. 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Obituaries...... 18 Subscriptions: (617) 436-1222 April 12, 2012 The Reporter Page 3 Menino budget up $60 million; council to vet numbers By Gintautas Dumcius fiscal year begins. the school department’s on Gov. Deval Patrick’s employee health insur- streets; and renovations News Editor “I’m happy there are funding would increase proposed state budget. ance costs, which after at the Adams/King Play- The city’s spending no cuts in personnel,” to $858 million, up $26.9 But City Council climbing steadily in the ground, the Hemenway plan would increase said District 3 Councillor million from 2012. President Stephen Mur- last decade and put- Playground, and the by $60 million to $2.45 Frank Baker. Before he Menino told report- phy remained hopeful, ting pressure on other King School’s yard. billion under the budget joined the Council, Baker ers after briefing City saying that writers in spending, will instead In Mattapan, $75,000 Mayor Thomas Menino was the head of the union Council members on the state Senate and the decline by $18 million. will go to studying the submitted to the City for the city’s printing the budget that he was House may include more But officials anticipate feasibility of increasing Council this week. department, which was discussing expanding local aid in their budgets costs will rise again, by square footage at the The fiscal year 2013 forced to close down in the Mildred Avenue than the governor. over $20 million, in the Mattapan police station; operating budget was 2010 due to budget cuts School to include high Murphy called Me- following fiscal year. $3.3 million in recon- presented in conjunction and outsourcing. school grades. The nino’s budget proposal On the capital side, structing streets and with a capital spend- In a reversal from school, which currently “better news than we’ve fiscal year 2013 expen- sidewalks around the ing plan for the next years of layoffs, the includes grades 3-8 has seen in a long time.” He ditures will hit $200 Franklin Field neighbor- four fiscal years, with number of city employ- a planning grant to po- added: “We’re not look- million, including $5.1 hood; and $3.6 million proposed investments ees is expected to grow tentiallyl transform into ing at draconian cuts million in court replace- to reconstruct roads in road improvements, by 219 people, mostly an “innovation school.” right out of the gate.” ments at Harambee Park and sidewalks around local parks, playgrounds in public safety and A radio reporter had Administration of- in Dorchester, at Savin the Woodbole/Gallivan and community centers. the school department. pressed Menino on the ficials will also offer Hill Park, and at South housing development. The budgets are The city is projected to topic after the mayor “enhanced program- Boston’s Moakley Park. At the budget briefing largely free of reduc- have 16,392 full time and District 4 Councillor ming” for teens at local A new synthetic turf for councillors, Yancey, tions and cuts as Boston municipal employees Charles Yancey had community centers at field and improvements last year’s lone no vote emerges from a recession in fiscal year 2013, still a back-and-forth over five sites, including the at Roberts Playground on the mayor’s budget, that led to city staffers far below the 17,277 Yancey’s longtime quest Curley, the Gallivan, the in Codman Square will repeatedly pressed Me- pulling out of community employees employed in for a new high school in Cleveland, the Mildred cost $3.5 million. nino on the prospect of centers and the near- 2009. his district. Avenue, and Vine Street New projects include a a Mattapan high school. closure of four library Sixty-four jobs, largely The operating side of centers, they said. $33,000 effort to install The mayor, who at first branches. in the area of English the city’s ledger is funded Summer jobs for youth, signage near Uphams attempted to speak gen- The budgets were sub- language learners and primarily through prop- a top priority for Menino, Corner’s Strand Theatre erally about the school mitted to the 13-member special education, will erty taxes and state aid. is level-funded at $4 for directions to mu- budget, curtly ended City Council, which will go to the school depart- Menino officials say they million. At the Library, nicipal parking lots; $3 the brief conversation, scrutinize the proposals ment. An additional 175 expect state aid to the an e-reader lending million for the redesign telling Yancey that the in a series of hearings. K-0 and K-1 seats will city to drop once again program will be piloted. of the intersection of councillor did not have A final vote will come in be added as well. Under this year, by $7.8 million, The city expects it Columbia Road and “all the answers.” June, just before the new the operating budget, to $215.6 million, based will catch a break with Dudley and Stoughton Neighbors looking at new design for Morton-Gallivan intersection (Continued from page 1) existing intersections A second alternative A suggestion for a crosswalks—something include the fire station keep construction costs and pedestrian crossings was to turn Woodmere roundabout to replace that attendees agreed at the corner. Another low—within the budget will have traffic signals Street into a one-way, the existing street plan is necessary for better issue is around school of $750,000. in all directions. Morton which was predicted to was the least popular. safety. crosswalks. Verseckes The new blueprint will Street will also have create more traffic. Also Although it would slow The proposed redesign said there was a senti- be designed to increase traffic medians in place. coming in as the most traffic, there were con- is now in the hands of city ment in the meeting safety and improve the Amanda Curley, a costly plan, it called cerns about turning architects and planners. to slow traffic in front flow of westbound traffic legislative assistant for for increased frontage Woodmere Street into MassDOT will also work of the Taylor School. on Morton Street. Wood- Rep. Forry, said that before the fire station, a one-way. The plan with the Boston fire Installing flashing lights mere Street will keep two alternative designs resulting in even less also came without any department, as some of at mid-block crosswalks traffic in both ways and had very little support. space for traffic. signalized pedestrian the affected areas fall may be considered.
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It is one of six A historic farmhouse Team in Dorchester- with a lighter inside the next week. 1786 and 1806. Once properties in Dorchester on Norfolk Street, one Mattapan, which Smith bisected tank. “I think According to the situated on more than 11 and Mattapan that have of the last vestiges of coordinates. it was a good thing we Dorchester Atheneum acres, the property was been designated as city the neighborhood’s now- “This property has came when we did,” website, the main, sub-divided at the turn of landmarks by the Boston distant agricultural past, been on our radar screen added Smith, who noted wood-frame house on the last century and now Landmarks Commission. was condemned by city for some time. But after that the site has been officials on Tuesday after a meeting with residents a point of concern for inspectors found the last week— including preservationists for the Crackdown on signage vacant buildings unfit some who brought last several years. By Meena Ramakrishnan gave out tickets, seldom not allowed. for human habitation. photos showing us the The property is now Special to the Reporter would fines be paid and Any kind of poster The Fowler/Clark Farm, conditions there— we controlled by a trust after A new crackdown promotional items still someone wants to tack which is listed as a mounted a team to go in,” a family dispute among has begun to eradicate hung around. onto a city fixture has to historic landmark, was Smith told the Reporter. the previous owners promotional posters and But now officers have have a temporary permit. boarded up by emergency “The place is in really could not be resolved. The stickers attached to city the power to target the Businesses are allowed crews as firefighters dilapidated condition. most recent occupant of owned street poles and location of where an to post signs inside their and other city workers People started to dump the house was evicted on other street furniture. event is advertised to own windows, but those combed the property for there; they’d started March 1, said Smith. “An This time around, flyers be held. signs can only promote evidence of trouble— stripping the house of attorney for the owner and billboards promoting The idea behind this their own products and which was found in its copper; and there was on site on Tuesday nightclubs and concerts tactic is to pressure must fall under certain abundance. was evidence inside that and we have assurances will be the chief targets, the facility to pass the size specifications. Darryl Smith, a com- it was being used as a from him that they will said Darryl Smith, as- penalty onto the event or- Billboards on the side missioner with the city’s drug den.” have a plan of action in sistant commissioner of ganizer or club promoter. of buildings are not al- Inspectional Services Smith said a HazMat place to clean it up and the city’s Inspectional ISD is asking all property lowed either, unless one Department, said that team from the Boston secure it.” Smith said the Services Department. owners who rent out their acquires a permit. Smith Tuesday’s action came Fire Department was owners will be called into The Mattapan- space to change lease cited an example of a after complaints from called in after an oil Inspectional Services for Dorchester Neighbor- agreements so that the big board on the corner hood Response Team party is responsible for of Blue Hill and Evelyn that Smith supervises any accrued fines, which Street that many thought has a new strategy to can be up to $300 per they could post flyers go after those who post poster. This could result to. The property owner illegal signage on city- in a lost down payment was fined last week and owned property. Smith or even a cancelled event. the board is now gone. explained the revised “That will curb the Only small handouts regulations to a group of occurrence of plastering and leaflets are allowed, ten promoters and man- [signage] all over the as long as they are not agers last Thursday at an place,” said Smith. “Now scattered on the street. informational meeting at what we write, we want One promoter at last the ISD headquarters at it to stick.” Thursday’s meeting 1010 Mass Ave. Many of the attendees asked if they could post Before a recent change were stumped as to know- flyers on the day of the to a city ordinance, code ing what is permitted and event at the club itself. enforcement officers what is illegal. For ex- Another asked if he could chased after street teams ample, sandwich boards sticker his car and drive who affixed promotional placed on traffic medians around the neighbor- material around the and even signs posted on hood. Both would result city. Even when they or inside of buildings are in fines, Smith said.
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Or visit Hlevenbaum.com April 12, 2012 The Reporter Page 5 Merchants team up to launch ‘Cash Mob’ for Dorchester By Lisa Hagen ing things local was a Marino said they hope Special to the Reporter great idea, especially if a group of around 15 On April 20 at 5 p.m., that store just opened to 20 people can all a group of people will up,” Vargas said. “In visit the store at the swarm into a single Dorchester, there are same time, especially business in Lower Mills about 3,100 businesses one “that [they] might village and purchase and a staggering number not have gone there that items to help pump up of them are mom and day.” They are planning the local business and pops so we wanted to another cash mob during neighborhood economy. keep the money local.” National Small Busi- The “Cash Mob”— For every $100 spent ness Week and hope to as its called— takes at a locally-owned busi- learn from this one for its inspiration from a ness, $73 of that money improvements. national trend aimed at stays local, says Vargas. “We’ll be absolutely injecting new life into If that same amount thrilled if 10 people show small businesses that of money is spent at a up and ecstatic if even have felt the crunch from non-locally-owned busi- more come,” he said. “We the recession. ness, $43 stays local, so hope to grow the group Carlos Vargas, the spending money within and continue to help out local insurance agent a neighborhood store local businesses.” Children enjoy the “stump jump” at Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center in who initiated Cash Mob “helps everybody” he To inform residents Mattapan, which has opened a unique play space known as the Nature Nook. Dorchester on Facebook said. about the cash mob Photo courtesy Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center in recent days, was Vargas, who owns Var- details, Marino created inspired after reading gas & Vargas Insurance a Facebook page (Cash about other cash mobs on Washington Street, Mob Dorchester) and a Saturday ‘Play Date’ at in the newspaper. said the “light bulb went newly-made Twitter page “It might sound slightly off” when he realized (@cmdorchester). He said ominous, but we assure that they were already that there will also be a Mattapan’s Nature Center you, it’s not,” Vargas a socially conscious par- blog created soon. The explained. “It’s simply ticipant in Dorchester, Facebook group cur- Children and families The goal of Let’s G.O.! them or just relax in the people who choose to which “added to what we rently has 146 members. will come together to is to bring together in- seating area. A teacher spend their money at already do.” They have also been play outdoors at a Nature tergenerational groups naturalist will provide a specific business at a “Hopefully, the store sending emails to clients, Play Date being held at of people to get outside digging tools and Also certain time - and the owner thinks it’s a good residents, friends, and Mass Audubon’s Boston and be active, have fun, on Saturday, the Bos- aim is to support locally thing and makes some local businesses. Vargas Nature Center in Mat- and connect with nature. ton Nature Center will owned businesses.” money for the day,” said he sent out 7,100 tapan on Saturday, April The Nature Play Date also offer a class (fee Vargas said the online Vargas said. emails about the first 14. Families can drop is an event for families required) about garden- group will use social After hearing the idea cash mob. in anytime between 10 and children to dig in ing for adults at 10 am. media to specify which from Vargas, Larry Ma- Marino and Vargas a.m.-2 p.m. The free the dirt, make a dam in Visitors can also explore day that group of people rino, friend and “local both agreed that cash Nature Play Date is part our stream, or build a spring birds by renting a would “mob” that com- techie,” began advertis- mobs should be a regular of the Children & Nature shelter. Unstructured birding kit for a small fee. pany. ing the idea of a cash mob monthly event in the Network’s Let’s G.O.! outdoor play is a fun Families are encouraged “We thought that keep- through social media. community. They hope (Get Outside) campaign way to develop creativity to bring a lunch and to continue it all over and Children & Nature and a deep connection to make a day of it. The Dorchester and also Awareness month, both nature. While children Boston Nature Center is JFK Library offers bring it to other parts of of which take place in play in the Nature Nook, located at 500 Walk Hill Vacation Week programs the city. April, 2012. adults can play alongside Street in Mattapan. The John F. Kennedy open to the public. Res- Presidential Library ervations are strongly and Museum will offer recommended. To make family-oriented activi- a reservation, either call th ties and other programs 617-514-1643 or register during the week of April online at jfklibrary.org. Join us April 13 14th through 22nd. On Monday, April In celebration of school 16th, Tuesday, April vacation week, the JFK 17th and Sunday, April Presidential Library 22nd, the JFK Café will as we gear up for summer! and Museum invites the celebrate Fenway’s 100th public to visit jfklibrary. anniversary by offering a org to download a $2 off special buffet featuring FREE checking, FREE food and more. coupon, valid April 14-22, ballpark favorites. In 2012. Children age 12 addition, the café will PLUS your chance to win BIG PRIZES! and under are always offer a family-friendly admitted free of charge. menu throughout the In honor of National week. Poetry Month, the award- winning Crabgrass Pup- pet Theatre will perform on Tuesday, April 17 JOHN C. from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Grand Prize The free show includes GALLAGHER favorite children’s poems Insurance Agency for all ages. 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We reserve the right to Murphys closes with a “We Get Your Plates” substitute a gift of similar value. rendition of “Tessie.” All forums are free and Page 6 THE Reporter April 12, 2012 Coming Up at the Boston Public Library Adams Street Arts & Entertainment 690 Adams Street • 617- 436-6900 Codman Square 690 Washington St. • 617-436-8214 Dot Ave. gallery celebrates mythology Fields Corner 1520 Dorchester Ave. • 617-436-2155 – with a Native American accent Lower Mills 27 Richmond Street • 617-298-7841 an appropriate context in By Chris Harding Uphams Corner Special to the Reporter which to explore these 500 Columbia Road • 617-265-0139 “Let love live in this other cosmologies. lodge!” Colan, who chairs the Grove Hall Last Saturday after- Graphic Design depart- 57 Crawford St. • 617-427-3337 noon, Henry Real Bird, ment at Montserrat Mattapan Branch Crow Nation rancher College of Art in Beverly, 1350 Blue Hill Ave., Mattapan • 617-298-9218 and last year’s poet lau- created the gallery spe- reate of Montana, called cifically for artists not The Boston Public Library will be closed on Sunday, down blessings at the affiliated with a com- April 15, and Monday, April 16, for Patriots Day. HallSpace Gallery (950 mercial gallery. But “not Dorchester Ave.) during affiliated” should not be Homework Assistance Program (HAP). There an eclectic celebration confused with “lacking will be no Homework Assistance during April School of mythology in word prestige.” Haynes’s Vacation week. Saturdays 10am-4pm and Sundays and image, which fit- credits, for example, 1-5 p,m. bpl.org/homework tingly took place during are enviable. His works Adams Street Branch National Poetry Month. are in the collections of Henry Real Bird, the poet laureate of Montana from Friday, April 13, 9:30 a.m. – Open Winter Play- the Museum of Modern 2009-2011, performed at HallSpace on Dorchester group. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Gallery owner John Ave. on April 7. Photo courtesy John Colan Colan put out all his Art, The Guggenheim Saturday, April 14, 3 p.m. – Green Golly and folding chairs, but some Museum, Library of far from unknown in the he will showcase the pho- Her Golden Flute. Ages 4-14. of the overflow audience Congress and the Getty regional art world. In fact, tographs of Linda Szabo Tuesday, April 17, 10:30 a.m. – Reading Readi- sat on the floor as the Foundation. the same day this issue White, until recently a ness Spring Party. For ages 2-6. Children must be Native American mystic In February, 2008, of the Reporter appears, Pearl Street resident. accompanied by an adult. chanter alternated with John Colan moved his the Boston Globe will Grampian Way sculp- Wednesday, April 18, 3 p.m. – Bubble Fun. Make, Prof. Bernard Horn, HallSpace gallery to its feature Haynes’ show tor Pat Shannon, who build and play with bubbles big and small. whose prize-winning current address where as a Critic’s Pick. The attended Saturday’s 6:30 p.m. – Yoga. Bring your own yoga mat and verse combines Torah he has a flexible 34 x 35 Globe’s Cate McQuaid gathering and whose strap, and stretch. references with observa- area, softly lit through often notes HallSpace work has appeared at Thursday, April 19, 2 p.m. – Caravan Puppets: tions on modern secular two glass-block windows. offerings, and “Art New HallScape, commented, Timeless Tales. Israeli life. Previous to its Dot Ave. England” and “artscope” “For many years and Codman Square Branch Both wordsmiths are home, he exhibited at magazines regularly in multiple locations, Friday, April 13, 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Story friends of artist Ric 31 Norfolk Avenue in list and review Colan’s the HallSpace and Time. Haynes, who arranged Roxbury. HallSpace got selections. John Colan’s work as 4 p.m. – Knitting Club. the event in conjunction its name in 1996 from Over the years, Colan a gallerist have been a Tuesday, April 17, 11 a.m. – Preschool Story with his current show at its original location, an has featured work by steady pulse in the life Time. the HallSpace, “Children actual 50- foot corridor several Dot residents, of Boston’s art scene. Wednesday, April 18, 4 p.m. – Knitting Club. of the Empire.” Haynes’ on Thayer Street in the often those from the John sustains a dynamic Thursday, April 19, 4 p.m. – School Vacation bold, surreal canvases South End. nearby Pearl Street Stu- and varied exhibition week activity: Bones. with overgrown children Though many Dot resi- dios and the Humphrey schedule and generously 6 p.m. – Girl Scouts. The Girl Scouts of America in mutant-filled, other- dents are still unfamiliar Street Studios. In fact, devotes a big portion of now have a troop at Codman Square. To join the worldly cityscapes made with the HallSpace, it’s next (April 28 - June 2) it to supporting the work group that meets at Codman Square branch, please of area artists. I think I email [email protected]. speak for many when I 6 p.m. – Green Golly Project. say we’re very fortunate Fields Corner Branch to have the current Friday, April 13, 11 a.m. – Play to Learn What are you doing this weekend? incarnation of his gallery Playgroup and Story Time. come ashore here on Tuesday, April 17, 5:30 p.m. – Caravan Puppets: Dorchester Avenue.” Timeless Tales. Colan hints that his Wednesday, April 18, 10:30 a.m. – Preschool pre-election September Films and Fun. Preschool fun for kids ages 2 and up. and October exhibits will Thursday, April 19, 3 p.m. – Green Golly & Her be “political in nature.” Golden Flute. For details on past Grove Hall Branch and future shows go Thursday, April 12, 5 p.m. – Boston Rising Meet to hallspace.org. The and Greet. gallery entrance in the 6 p.m. – The SBA Advantage: Small Business 950 Dot Ave complex Administration Advantage. This free workshop will is on the extreme right help you gain a better understanding of the various side of the parking lot SBA programs. behind the transformer, Friday, April 13, 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Storybook immediately adjacent Films. to the Ryan Playground Saturday, April 14, 11 a.m. – Community fence. Hours are Friday Gardening Project Kickoff Party. and Saturday 12-5, or by 2 p.m. – Artist Reception: Jill Brody. appointment. 2:30 p.m. – Author Reading: Veronique-Anne Epiter. Tuesday, April 17, 3 p.m. – Blackout Poetry. The adult education degree for transforming LEGAL NOTICE April is National Poetry Month. COMMONWEALTH OF Lower Mills Branch careers and communities. MASSACHUSETTS Thursday, April 12, 3 p.m. – Laptop Basics. THE TRIAL COURT Please call or come into sign up in advance. • Two class weekends per month PROBATE & FAMILY COURT Friday, April 13, 3 p.m. – John Harvard Book SUFFOLK DIVISION Celebration: “Fight For Your Issue! Deciding and • Bachelor’s and master’s degrees in as little as 16 months Docket No. SU12C0110CA in the MATTER of Debating What Matters Most To You.” This event • Undergraduate credit for prior college and qualified life FYS BAHNAN KOREYE is targeted to youth in 7th-12th grades. of DORCHESTER, MA Wednesday, April 18, 11 a.m. – Laptop Basics. and work experience In the County of SUFFOLK Please call or come into sign up in advance. NOTICE OF PETITION • Financial aid available FOR CHANGE OF NAME 2 p.m. – Caravan Puppets: Timeless Tales Join A petition has been presented Caravan Puppets for a delightful puppet show • Classes begin in May, September, and January by Fys Bahnan Koreye request- featuring classic tales from around the world. ing that Fys Bahnan Koreye be Thursday, April 19, 6:30 p.m. – Book Discussion. allowed to change his name as follows: Cleopatra: A Life by Stacy Schiff will be discussed. FAYSAL YOUSUF SAMATAR Mattapan Branch If you desire to object Friday, April 13, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Films. Springfield College thereto, YOU OR YOUR Saturday, April 14, 10:30a.m. Laptop Classes. ATTORNEY MUST FILE A Participation in the class is on a first-come, first- BOSTON CAMPUS WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SCHOOL OF HUMAN SERVICES said Court at Boston on served basis. or before ten o’clock in Uphams Corner Branch Schrafft Center, 529 Main St., Boston the MORNING (10:00 AM) on Thursday, April 12, 5 p.m. – Butterfly Craft. Call (617) 242-3361, ext. 222, or (866) 272-9056 May 3, 2012. Tuesday, April 17, Poetry Month Activities. www.springfieldcollege.edu/shsboston • [email protected] Witness, HON. jOAN P. ARMSTRONG, First Justice of 10:30 a.m. – Family Story Time. Near Sullivan T Square Station. Free Parking this Court. Wednesday, April 18, 10:30 a.m. – Little Groove March 29, 2012 Founded in 1885, Springfield College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Baby Wiggle. The Council for Standards in Human ServiceEducation accredits the School of Human Services’ undergraduate program. Sandra Giovannucci Thursday, April 19, 5 p.m. – Caravan Puppets: Register of Probate Timeless Tales. April 12, 2012 The Reporter Page 7 News about people Reporter’s in & around People our Neighborhoods More than 800 students from around the city from but we are extremely from 50-plus Boston grades 3 through 12 came proud of the teachers Public Schools jammed to show off their math and students who partici- the three halls of the skills and participate in pated in the competition,” Boston Teachers Union the days activities. said Richard Stutman, in Dorchester last Thurs- “The turnout far ex- President of the BTU. “I day to compete in the ceeded our expectations want to thank the 75+ first-ever city-wide math which resulted in some teachers who helped competition. Students last minute scrambling, prepare their student for this competition and helped to make this such Bubbles’ Birthdays a resounding success. We look forward to host- And Special Occasions ing and sponsoring this By Barbara McDonough event for many years to The highest-velocity natural wind ever recorded come,” added Stutman. in the US (231 mph) was atop Mount Washington As the day unfolded, on Apr. 12, 1934. Dr. Jonas Salk announced that Mayor Thomas Menino his polio vaccine was “safe, potent, and effective” and Superintendent on Apr. 12, 1955. Thomas Jefferson was born in Carol Johnson joined Problem solving at the math competition. Photo by Angela Cristiani Virginia on Apr. 13, 1743. (He and John Adams President Stutman in died the same day, July 4, 1826.) Handel’s Messiah welcoming the students, was performed for the first time, in Dublin, on Apr. who were both enthusias- 13, 1742. Noah Webster published his American tic and excited to compete Dictionary of the English Language on Apr. 14, in the competition. All 1828. Pres. Lincoln was shot at the Ford Theatre students who attended in Washington, DC, on Apr. 14, 1865. Pres. Taft will be receiving rib- opened the baseball season by throwing out the bons and certificates of first baseball on Apr. 14, 1910, in a game between completion that will be Washington and Philadelphia. (Washington won.) signed by the mayor, the Sunday, April 15, is Divine Mercy Sunday. Apr. superintendent and the 15 is also Orthodox Easter. The Titanic sank off BTU president. They Newfoundland on Apr. 15, 100 years ago. The will also be given com- Swan Boats will celebrate their 136th anniversary memorative t-shirts on Apr. 15. The FDA approved Botox on Apr. 15, The top five finishers 2002. Monday, Apr. 16, will be the 116th running by school were: the War- On Sun., April 1, Robert and Josh Kraft along with the Cynthia and Leon of the Boston Marathon. This year, Mon., Apr. 16, ren Prescott, Harvard Shulman Acharai Leadership class of the Boys & Girls Club and Combined Kent, Rafael Her- Jewish Philanthropies, and their families volunteered at the Blue Hill Boys is Income Tax Day. It is Patriots’ Day in Mass. & Girls Club in Dorchester to honor the memory of the philanthropist Myra and Maine so we residents don’t have to pay nandez, Kilmer and the Roosevelt. The top Kraft, Bob’s late wife and Josh’s mother. Volunteers helped by donating and our taxes until Tues., Apr. 17. The “old” Yankee collecting more than 2,000 books to add to the club’s library and creating a Stadium opened on Apr. 18, 1923. (The new one individual scorers were Amanda Chen from mural in memory of Myra, the 2011-2012 CJP Acharai chair. Acharai is an opened in Sept., 2009.) Paul Revere made his 18-month intensive leadership course where participants take an in-depth famous ride on Apr. 18, 1775. The destructive the Harvard-Kent, Alan look at issues of importance to the Jewish community. Above, from left, Scott San Francisco Earthquake hit the city at 4:11 Zhang from the Warren McLellan, Executive Director, Blue Hill Boys & Girls Club; Robert Kraft, owner a.m. on Apr. 18, 1906. Grace Kelly and Prince Prescott, Cale Hen- of the New England Patriots; Josh Kraft, Nicholas President and CEO of the Rainier were married on Apr. 18, 1956. ning from the Roosevelt, Boys & Girls Club, and Zamira Korff, Senior Vice President of Development Celebrities having birthdays are: author Tom Ethan Liu from the for CJP. 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LEGAL NOTICE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE & FAMILY COURT SUFFOLK DIVISION Docket No. SU12D0541DR DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION and MAILING DORUS HAWKINS vs. JUANITA M. HAWKINS To the Defendant: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Cruel and Abusive Treatment. The Complaint is on file at the Court. An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the cur- rent financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: Dorus Hawkins, 907 Blue Hill Ave., Dorchester Center, MA 02124, your answer, if any, on or before 05/03/2012. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court. Witness, HON. jOAN P. ARM- STRONG, First Justice of this Court. Date: March 8, 2012 Sandra Giovannucci Register of Probate Page 10 THE Reporter April 12, 2012 Reporter’s Neighborhood Notables civic associations • clubs • arts & entertainment • churches • upcoming events Police District C-11 News The Police/Community meeting is usually the second Thurs. of each month, 7 p.m., at a place TBA. Call the Community Service officers at 617- 343-4524. The Detective Unit will be checking all premises licensed to sell alcoholic beverages to make sure they check the I Ds of persons attempting to purchase alcohol and to prevent the sale of persons under the age of 21. Non-emergency line for seniors: 617-343-5649. Police District B-3 News For info, call B-3’s Community Service Office at 617-343-4717. Ashmont-Adams Assn. Meeting on the first Thursday of each month at the Plasterers’ Hall, 7 Fredericka St., at 7 p.m. Ashmont Hill Assn. Meetings are generally held the last Thursday of the month. For info, see ashmonthill.org or call Message Line: 617-822-8178. Ashmont Hill Yard Sale, Sat., May 19. Cedar Grove Civic Assn. The monthly meeting, usually the second Tues. of each month, 7 p.m., in Fr. Lane Hall at St. Brendan’s Church. Info: cedargrovecivic.org or 617-825-1402. Clam Point Civic Assn. The meetings are usually held on the second Monday of each month (unless it’s a holiday) at the The sixth annual St. Patrick’s Day fundraising brunch for the Mary Ann Brett Food Pantry of Blessed Boynton/Bay Cove Building on Victory Rd., at 6:30 Mother Teresa Parish was held on March 17. The celebration at the church hall featured a traditional p.m. The upcoming dates are May 14 and June 11. breakfast catered by Gerard’s of Adams Corner. The event also honored inductees into the Dorchester Info: clampoint.org. Hall of Fame: State Rep. Marty Walsh (D-Dorchester), former Suffolk County Sheriff Richard Rouse, and event organizer Mary Joyce Morris. Pictured above, l-r, Gerard Adomunes, Mary Joyce Morris, Rep. Columbia-Savin Hill Civic Assn. Walsh, Elizabeth Rouse and James T. Brett, President/CEO of The New England Council. Meetings the first Mon. of each month, 7 p.m., at the Little House, 275 East Cottage St. For info: 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15. Oct. 20, Nov. 17, and Dec. 15. and July 19, in the Bird St. Community Center, columbiasavinhillcivic.org. Freeport-Adams Assn. (second floor), 500 Columbia Rd., from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Cummins Valley Assn. The meetings will be held the second Wed. of the the speakers for Mar, 15 Carolina Davila from Boston Cummins Valley Assn, meeting at the Mattahunt month, 6:30 p.m., at the Fields Corner CDC office Partners in Education and Carlos Diaz Livingston, Community Center, 100 Hebron St., Mattapan, on (the old Dist. 11 police station), 1 Arcadia St.. a B. Obama organizer. (The HSCA does not endorse Mondays 6:30 p.m., for those living on and near Groom/Humphreys Neighborhood any political candidate.) Info: hancockcivic@yahoo. Cummins Highway. For info on dates, call 617-791- com. 7359 or 617-202-1021. Assn. The GHNA meets on the third Wed. of each month, Lower Mills Civic Assn. Eastman-Elder Assn. 7 p.m., in the Kroc Salvation Army Community The monthly meetings are held the third Tuesday The association meets the third Thurs. of each Center, 650 Dudley St., Dor., 02125. For info, call of the month in St. Gregory’s Auditorium, 7 p.m. month, 7 p.m., at the Uphams Corner Health Center, 857-891-1072 or [email protected]. Please bring bottles and cans to the meeting.) Now 636 Columbia Rd, across from the fire station, the is the time to become a member, send a $7 check to meeting dates are: Apr. 21, May19, June 23, July Hancock St. Civic Assn. DLMCA, 15 Becket St., Dor., 02124-4803. Please The next meetings are Apr. 19, May 17, June 21, include name, address, phone, and e-mail ad- • Now accepting new patients dress. • Open seven days a week McCormack Civic Assn. • Extended evening hours available Meetings the third Tues. of each month (Apr. 17), at 7 p.m., in Blessed Mother Teresa Parish Hall. Please bring canned goods to the meet- ing for a local food bank. Info: McCormackCivic. Where Exceptional Primary Care Meets Convenience. com or 617-710-3793. Clean-up pf the Polish Triangle is Sat., Apr. 28. Membership is only $5, Elections in June. Meetinghouse Hill Civic Assn. The monthly meeting usually on the third Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m., at the First Par- ish Church. meeting. Info: 617-265-0749 or [email protected]. Our Obstetricians do local deliveries | Our Pharmacy is right in your mail box | Our Providers are close to your heart Melville Park Assn. Clean-up of the MBTA • Adult & Family Medicine • OB/GYN • Specialty Care Tunnel Cap (garden at Shawmut Station), the • Pediatrics • Pharmacy Services • And More... first Sat. of each month, from 10 a.m. to noon. The meetings are held at 6:30 p.m., at the Epiphany School, 154 Centre St., 398 Neponset Ave, Dorchester, MA | (617) 282∙3200 | www.hhsi.us Dor. (Continued on page 16) DotNews.com/PublicSafety
The Dorchester Reporter’s exclusive online Public Safety section is updated with new crime data from the Boston Police every day. See where crime is happening in and around your neighborhood— with timely updates each weekday. April 12, 2012 The Reporter Page 11 Herb Berman: Dot’s Mr. Postman; at 85, he’s still delivering the goods (Continued from page 1) the therapeutic system candlepin variety that known as rolfing, which until a fairly recent is a manipulation of deep sharp decline was over tissue. the 20th century a highly And every weekday popular pastime in New when he’s on the job, England and the eastern Berman takes his lunch Canadian provinces. break at Gerard’s, his Herb Berman’s name is a favorite eatery of the last prominent feature on the two decades, showing up rolls of that sport’s Hall in full USPS regalia and of Fame, into which he being greeted heartily by was inducted in 1987. He the staff and the custom- was a fixture in candlepin ers. The restaurant is alleys across the region a special place for him: over decades, a marks- full of friendly people, man who competed in the and classic music of top ranks and appeared yesteryear to accompany on Channel 5’s long- his food and drink. running championship Behind the family candlepin bowling show. man, the postman, and As in any sport, prac- the bowler, is a man tice makes champions, of deep faith. “I’m ex- Mr. Postman makes a delivery on Minot Street. Photos by Ed Forry and Berman lived the tremely spiritual – huge game in his free time. on God,” said Berman, “It was a pleasure for who is Jewish and car- me because I just love ries his faith ardently. to bowl,” he said. Back This always-on-the-go in the day, he adds, “I octogenarian credits his loved the action. I think beliefs for his longev- I bowled every day of the ity of health and spirit. week.” Ever on the lookout for What do his co-workers tips for a better life, he think when they see calls Peter Kelder’s The Herb Berman at 85 hoist Ancient Secret of the his mailbag and head out Fountain of Youth “the the door? “That guy’s a most important book relic,” said a colleague in I’ve ever read.” Kelder jest.” If so, he’s a “relic” emphasizes the efficacy with lots of life left in of ancient Tibetan move- him. He is proud of how ments, which Berman he takes care of himself and many others believe (“I have a lot of energy”), help prolong life while using what he says is a also increasing a per- combination of Eastern son’s physical, mental, and Western medicinal and spiritual health. practices to stay active. For all that, Herb He sees a psychiatrist, Berman is, simply, a man a spiritual healer, goes whose service for others to the local YMCA for has made him wealthy weights and yoga, visits in friendships, healthy in a chiropractor once a life, and eager for many Time for lunch at Gerard’s, an everyday occurrence for Herb Berman. month, and engages in tomorrows. Boys & Girls Clubs to honor women leaders Boys & Girls Clubs of that provided so many celebrated the accom- which builds lasting Clubs of Dorchester. ties), early education Dorchester will recog- great opportunities to plishments of women in relationships with “We are so thrilled to and care, music, teen nize the achievements my children and now the Boston community. families throughout be able to welcome them programs and more all and accomplishments my grandchildren,” says Not only are NEWLA the community. I look back and recognize their for just $5 per year for of more than 100 former Wahlberg, whose grand- honorees role models forward to seeing all accomplishments and members. New England Women’s daughter performed at for the young girls at of my fellow honorees what they mean to our A variety of sponsor- Leadership Awards NEWLA in recent years. Boys & Girls Clubs of from over the years on community.” ships for this event are (NEWLA) honorees at a Her youngest son, Mark Dorchester, but they May 16.” The New England still available including breakfast on Wed., May Wahlberg, is a member also represent what The breakfast recep- Women’s Leadership an Anniversary Spon- 16 at the Seaport Hotel of Boys & Girls Clubs many women aspire to tion will begin with Awards raise vital funds sorship with benefits in Boston. The event will of Dorchester’s Board become. By sharing a brief reception at for the three Dorchester for both this year and be co-chaired by Susan of Directors and is the their challenges and 7:30a.m. and breakfast Clubhouses and directly the 20th anniversary Menino Fenton and founder of the Mark leading by example, the at 8 a.m. at the Seaport impacts more than 4,000 celebration in 2013. Alma Wahlberg. Fenton, Wahlberg Youth Foun- honorees teach young Hotel, where more than children that the club Current event sponsors who lives in Dorchester dation, an organization girls the importance of 300 guests including supports. The club- include Anniversary and is an active member that supports the Club determination, compas- past honorees, past pre- houses provide children Sponsor: BNY Mellon, of the community, is financially and sends sion, and self-confidence. senters and local leaders with a safe, positive Benefactor Sponsor: a mother of three and 150 Club members to This event will kick off will have a chance to place to go after school M a r r C o m p a n i e s , the daughter of Boston an overnight camp in a year-long celebration, network, celebrate the and all day throughout Patron Sponsors: The Mayor Thomas M. Me- Maine for one week culminating with a 20th accomplishments of the the summer. The Club Boston Globe and Rod- nino. Alma Wahlberg is each summer. Mark anniversary event in the women, hear from a offers more than 200 man Ford and more. For originally from Dorches- recently appeared on spring of 2013. number of distinguished programs in education, more information about ter where she raised The Anderson Cooper Among the former speakers and see per- social recreation, athlet- sponsorships and tickets her nine children; three Show and credits much NEWLA honorees is MA formances by members ics, art, aquatics, Project for NEWLA or Boys & girls and six boys, many of his success to time State Representative of the music clubhouse BIND (Boston Inclusion Girls Clubs of Dorches- of whom are generous spent at Boys & Girls Linda Dorcena Forry. at Boys & Girls Clubs of Network for Disabili- ter, bgcdorchester.org. supporters of the Clubs. Clubs of Dorchester. “I was honored to re- Dorchester. “I am excited to have For 19 years the New ceive the New England “Guests will be in good this opportunity to work England Women’s Lead- Women’s Leadership company at this event with an organization ership Awards have “Woman of the Decade” as all NEWLA honorees Community center open Award in 2002. As a are truly exceptional houses on April 18 youth, I was a member women. They are not The Reporter on Twitter of Boys & Girls Clubs of only influential leaders, The city of Boston will learn about the programs Readers can now sign DotNews. And, of course, Dorchester, my husband but they are an inspira- host Open Houses at all and activities they offer, up to get regular news check our website www. was a member, and tion for the kids of the of its existing community speak with staff and see headlines and links to dotnews.com for daily now our three children Boys & Girls Clubs of centers on Wednesday, what’s going on. Call breaking news from the news, expanded crime are members. I am so Dorchester,” said Bob April 18 from 4-7 p.m. 617-635-4920 for more Dorchester Reporter at reports and our political proud to be a part of this Scannell, President and Stop by your local BCYF information. Twitter. Follow us @ blog, The Lit Drop. incredible organization CEO of Boys & Girls community center and Page 12 THE Reporter April 12, 2012 Barbara iew rom ope s McDonough’s V F P ’ Hill
April, so far, has been gers. Ed, the bus driver, Pal Ed had told us that Quinlin of the Boston very pretty. The sky, on introduced himself and he had been assured that Irish Tourism Associa- most days, has been a told us that two of his “April, dear April, I beg you come soon- the concert was going to tion, all about the group’s pretty blue with white, brothers were also bus be held that evening. We fiftieth anniversary. We puffy clouds. (We do, how- drivers. No sooner had And bring your sweet primroses too. began to drive around the were all wondering how ever, need rain in Boston we left Keystone than area, finally got a parking old Paddy Moloney was and elsewhere because Eileen’s pal Mary came Let them join in with the daffodils’ play spot, then walked slowly since he is one of the there is a high risk of up the aisle, passing out back to Symphony Hall. founding musicians of the forest fires.) Look around bags of treats for the As skies offer sunshine anew.” We saw people out on the group. Michael told us in as you travel through ride: Pringles, peanut stairs of their darkened the article; Paddy is 73. It the neighborhood. The butter-cheese crackers, a “April, Dear April” homes, chatting with was great to read about azaleas, in many colors, small package of Cheez- each other. When we this wonderful group are brightening up the Its, a bag of Snyders’ by Mark Slaughter arrived at the hall, we after having the pleasure area. There are still some Mini Pretzels, and two saw and heard the hum of seeing them in person. magnolias and forsythia pouches of Capri Sun’s of a huge generator inside *** bushes in bloom. Our Strawberry-Kiwi drink. a big truck outside the I must mention that roses have many green I don’t remember very early; our original need refrigeration so I hall. There was subdued on our trip to and from leaves. Tulips and daf- much more after we ETA was 2:30 p.m. We called Housekeeping and lighting inside the hall as Cape Cod, we had some fodils are everywhere. left Keystone because were told to leave our within five minutes, two we took our seats. Soon great music on the bus on Spring makes me smile Hubby and I fell back to suitcases on the bus and young men came by with pals Ed and Della came in Mar. 16. Eileen Collins, with its gorgeous blooms. sleep. We woke up just just to take our carry-ons a small refrigerator. They and sat behind us. They who organized the trip for *** before we pulled into a with us until we could even put the medicine had found a garage that the K Club, played CDs Eileen Collins had McDonald’s in Lee, MA, get into our rooms at 4 inside the fridge for us. was open that evening. of Trooper Dan Clark, mentioned that she was (We had visited the many p.m. Off we went to the We had seen the Food Then Gary Dunning, whom Eileen had re- planning a trip to the outlets in Lee on our way casino. I couldn’t find a Court in our travels so president and executive cently see in person, and Turning Stone Casino to a wedding years ago poker machine, so I sat we found it again. We had director of the Celebrities also the Irish tenor Dan and Resort in Verona, and had a great time down at a “Feelin’ Lucky” a very nice meal at one Series, came to the micro- O’Donnell, her favorite. I NY, near Utica for the there then.) After having slot machine that had a of the little restaurants. phone and told the huge know that I was singing K Club. It was just an coffee at McDonald’s, we picture of a leprechaun Just before we left to go audience that he had along (very quietly) with overnight trip, but it were able to stay awake on it. With a leprechaun to the pool, our long-time to thank the mayor for both of them. sounded lovely, so we for the rest of the trip. looking over me, I figured pals, Gregory and Sarah obtaining the generator. *** decided to go. On Sun., Eileen had Bingo for us that my usual bad luck Ashe, sat down at the Once the generator was I was so glad that last Mar. 25, Hubby and I as we drove along. Pals with slot machines would next table. We thoroughly set, the Chieftains were Saturday morning while were in our car at 5:45 Mary and Ken were lucky change, but I was wrong. enjoyed chatting with assured that the concert we were in the car, Hubby a.m., with daughter Sue during the games and we Hubby fared no better. them. Time passed so could be held. and I heard, on radio sta- driving, on the way to told them that we hoped He lost at the slots also. quickly with them that I had never seen the tion WROL, the Irish Hit Florian Hall. Sue also they had just as much Thank goodness we limit we never did make it to Chieftains in person but Parade. The host from 10 picked up our friends luck at the casino. Ed ourselves to $25 each day. the pool. We were all tired had heard much of their a.m. to 1 p.m., on ‘ROL, is Ken and Mary Bruynell. announced that he was At 4 p.m., Eileen gave from getting up early for music over the years. Paul Sullivan. Someone Eileen drove in on our going to bypass Albany us our key passes for the trip, so we went back They were amazing! I had just called into the heels. Because everyone because of the tough traf- our room, which was to our rooms and soon especially watched Paddy station to congratulate was early for the trip, we fic. Even with the longer gorgeous. We loved fell asleep. Gregory and Moloney, who played both him on being the host of left Florian at 6 a.m. and ride because of avoiding the huge TV set. The Sarah were on one side the tin whistle and the the show for 30 years. drove to the Keystone Albany, we arrived at the bathroom was beautiful, of our room, and pals uilleann pipes. I looked Paul mentioned on the air Apartments where we Turning Stone Casino at spacious, and bright Ken and Mary were on at Kevin Conneff as he that he had started work- picked up more passen- 11:30 a.m., which was white. Hubby’s eyedrops the other side. The next played the bodhran. I ing on Apr. 10, 1982. After morning, everyone raved have a small bodhran but the first show, the station about how well they slept I do not have the dexterity manager complimented on the wonderful beds. to keep up with the music. him on doing a good job on There will be a little It, however, does make the air and asked him to more about our trip to a pretty decoration in come back the following the Turning Stone Casino the living room. I loved week. Paul said, “I can’t next week. hearing Kevin sing so come then; I am getting *** many of the songs. I also married.” So Paul is not On Wed. evening, Mar. kept my eyes on Matt only celebrating 30 years 14, Hubby and I were Molloy. I feel a special as one of the hosts on in the car on our way to kinship with Matt. He the Irish Hit Parade, he Symphony Hall for the bought my relative’s and his wife Claire are 50th anniversary tour of store in Westport, County celebrating their 30th the Chieftains. We like Mayo, and turned it into wedding anniversary on the Symphony Hall area Matt Molly’s Pub. (I still the 17th. Paul is a school because after going to the get e-mails from the pub teacher so he definitely Pops for so many years, every so often.) The final will be celebrating both we know where to park. member of the group was occasions during school We had heard the reports Sean Keane on the fiddle. vacation week. By the about the blackout in the The special guests join- way, the first song that area but we didn’t realize ing them on their 50th Paul played as host in that our usual garages anniversary tour were ’82 was “A Jug of Punch.” would not be open be- some terrific performers. This past Saturday, Paul cause of the blackout. Alyth McCormack, look- played that song and also ing “sparkly” in her lovely the song he always plays LEGAL NOTICE silver dress, sang beauti- on Holy Saturday, “The fully. Triona Narshall Holy City,” (Jerusalem! COMMONWEALTH OF played the harp. Cara Jerusalem.”) Also last MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT Butler, Nathan Pilatzke, Saturday, Bill Bailey, PROBATE & FAMILY COURT and Jon Pilatzke danced, the third host for the SUFFOLK DIVISION Docket No. SU12D0323DR much to the delight of Irish Hit Parade, from DIVORCE / SEPARATE the audience. (Jon also 4 to 7 p.m., announced SUPPORT SUMMONS BENJAMIN G. ALFORD doubled on the fiddle.) that he was going to go vs. Jeff White sang with over to Castle Island for PETERANN ALFRORD the group and doubled the Easter Sunrise Mass. WILLIAMS To the above named Defendant: on the fiddle. Also join- He joined quite a few You are hereby summoned and ing in were the North of our neighbors at the required to serve upon: Benjamin G. Alford, 12 Westville Terrace, Shore Pipe Band and the island for the service as Dorchester, MA 02124, a copy of adorable step dancers we heard car doors open your answer to the complaint for which is herewith served upon you, from the Smith-Houlihan and close just about 6 a.m. within 20 days after service of this Irish Dance Academy. As *** summons upon you, exclusive of the 90-minute concert Tomorrow, all those teh day of service. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the came close to the end, attending the 100th anni- hearing and adjudication of this the regular lights in versary game at Fenway action. You are also required to file your answer to the complaint Symphony Hall came on, Park will be given some in the office of the Register of this and everyone breathed a Welch’s Sparkling Grape Court at the above named court sigh of relief. Juice Cocktail for the eithe rbefore service upon plaintiff or plaintiff’s attorney or within a If you want to read all World’s Largest Toast, reasonable time thereafter. about the Chieftains, get with 37,000 Fenway at- Witness, HON. JOAN P. ARM- STRONG, First justice of this a copy of Irish America tendees hailing the park’s Court. Magazine, the April/May opening day a century Date: February 13, 2012 Sandra Giovannucci issue. In it is a terrific ar- ago. I hope that the Sox Register of Probate ticle, written by Michael win. Go Sox! April 12, 2012 The Reporter Page 13 Community Health News April means working on ‘health equity’ for minority citizens By Jennifer Morisset state and local offices designated to increase cause of death among cancer risk increases an X-ray that looks for Mattapan Community of minority health, the our awareness of the the African-American with age and a family any changes that are Health Center health departments, and prevention of cancer and population. This fatality history of the disease; too small or too deep April is National Mi- all the organizations and other health issues. rate is due in part to late race is a factor, too. to feel. Woman should nority Health Month, partners involved and The Mattapan Com- stage detection and poor Screening for prostate have a mammogram and the Office of Minor- invested in reducing munity Health Center outcomes. According to cancer is usually through starting at the age of ity Health’s theme is health disparities. is active in reducing dis- the American Cancer the blood test called 40, then every year. If “Health Equity Can’t Additionally, the third parities in our commu- Society (ACS), “African prostate specific antigen the woman has a fam- Wait. Act Now in Your week of this month is nity through educational Americans have the (PSA). Early detection ily history or any other CommUNITY!” It’s a National Minority Can- outreach and screenings highest death rate and and screening decrease significant problems, a call to action to unite cer Awareness Week, for cancer, the leading shortest survival rate the overall risk for this mammogram may be of any racial and ethnic particular disease. recommended before the group in the US for most Breast cancer is one age of 40. If a woman Rev. Lane named in settlement cancers. The causes of of the most common notices any changes in these inequalities are cancers and the leading her breast such as a with man claiming sexual abuse complex and are thought cause of death in Afri- lump or discharge from (Continued from page 1) was preparing a letter to forward and for their to reflect social and eco- can American women, the nipple, she should spokesman for the arch- share with parishioners late pastor. nomic disparities more due, again, in part, to contact her health care diocese, confirmed the that will address the “The history of St. than biologic differences the fact that it usu- provider immediately settlement in the Lane accusation against Lane. Brendan’s already, associated with race. ally is diagnosed in late (Women Health 2010). case and in another “Obviously it’s upset- sadly, has a considerable These include inequities stages. Other reasons, To find out more about claim while telling the ting news to hear this connection to priests who in work, wealth, income, according to Women National Minority Can- Globe that the church’s about anyone. As Father were alleged to have education, housing, and Health 2010: a lack of cer Awareness Month, investigations “were Jim Lane’s successor as been, and in fact were, overall standard of liv- health insurance and visit minorityhealth. inconclusive because a pastor and as Boston abusers of children,” ing, as well as barriers misinformation about hhs.gov/actnow/. both involved a single Police chaplain, it makes Connolly said. “With to high-quality cancer the disease. Women Jennifer Morisset victim who professed to it even more difficult to this history in mind, I’m prevention, early de- who have mammograms LPN, is the Breast Health have been abused more hear,” Rev. Connolly told aware of how upsetting tection, and treatment can decrease their risk Nurse Coordinator at the than 40 years ago by a the Reporter. Connolly this is. On top of this al- services.” as can early detection Mattapan Community priest who died before served for more than legation, it’s the history Lung cancer is the lead- through self breast ex- Health Center. he could answer the a decade as the arch- that comes up. It will ing cause of death among ams. A mammogram is allegations.” diocese of Boston’s point open old wounds and African Americans, fol- In the Lane case, ac- person for responding to cause a great deal of pain lowed by prostate cancer cording to the Globe allegations about clergy and anguish for those in men and breast cancer 617-288-2680 617-288-2681 report, the individual abuse, a role he only who knew Father Lane. in woman. The survival claiming abuse said it recently ended to serve “With all that in mind, I rate for lung cancer in began when he was an full-time as a pastor. think the parish will deal African Americans is WILLIAM LEE, D.D.S. altar boy at St. Paul’s “One of things that I with it. I can’t minimize low as symptoms for Church in Dorchester in learned, and it’s a lesson how hard it will be, given this disease may not FAMILY DENTISTRY the 1960s and continued that we all need to keep Father Lane’s legacy and appear until after the on a number of occa- in our minds, is that how much he’s loved and cancer has spread and no sions over several years. we don’t know what we respected. I certainly specific screening tool is Office Hours Mitchell Garabedian, the don’t know,” Fr. Connolly think it’s important for available. One of the best By Appointment 383 NEPONSET AVE. lawyer for the claimants said. “No one can talk us as a parish family to prevention tools, though, evening Hours Available DORCHESTER, MA 02122 in the settlement cases, to Father Lane about it pray for the repose of is to not smoke. Prostate said in the Globe story and it makes a troubling the soul of Father Lane, that Lane remained close situation that much but also for the person to the alleged victim’s more difficult.” who brought forward the family, officiating at Connolly said he would allegation as well as all the claimant’s wedding, urge the faithful of his of those suffered abuse When youNEED baptizing two of his parish — who have al- as children. Whatever children, and presiding ready endured several circumstances, it’s a ter- at his mother’s funeral. instances of alleged or rible, terrible thing and care, just walk The current pastor proven clergy abuse in all those affected are in of St. Brendan parish, earlier decades— to pray need of our prayers and Rev. John Connolly, for both the person who support as best we can said Wednesday that he brought the allegation give it.” right in. Walk-in LEGAL NOTICE Are you a woman, Care COMMONWEALTH OF ent MASSACHUSETTS Urg THE TRIAL COURT age 50 or older, who is dating ys PROBATE & FAMILY COURT 7 da SUFFOLK DIVISION or thinking about dating? now Docket No. SU12P0506GD in the MATTER OF ek! LANCE RAJUNAS If so, we are conducting a reseach study on a website a we of DORCHESTER, MA CITATION GIVING NOTICE on dating and safe sex for women age 50 and older. OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN We are seeking women to view the website in a group FOR INCAPACITATED PERSON PURSUANT TO G.L. c. 190B, §5-304 with other women, and share their feedback about it. Illness doesn’t keep RESPONDENT You will complete brief questionnaires before and Alleged Incapacitated Person business hours which To the named Respondent and all after you view the site, and provide general feedback other interested persons, a petition has is why our Urgent Care been filed by Department of Develop- on what you liked or didn’t like about the site. The mental Service of Boston, MA in the is open for you 7 days above captioned matter alleging that whole process will take about 2.5 hours of your time. Lance Rajunas is in need of a Guardian and requesting that Patricia Mascelluti of You will receive $45 for your participation. a week. Dorchester, MA (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Guardian to If you are interested, please contact Jenny Xiang serve on the bond. During regular hours: The petition asks the Court to deter- 617-250-8596 or [email protected]. mine that the Respondent is incapaci- tated, that the appointment of a Guardian Mon-Thur 8am - 9pm is necessary, and that the proposed This study is funded by the National Institutes of Health Guardian is appropriate. The petition is Friday 8am - 5pm on file with this court and may contain a request for certain specific authority. You have the right to object to this Saturday 9am - 1pm proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appear- 20% OFF ance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. AND, weekend hours: on the return date of 04/19/2012. This day PRESCRIPTION High quality, friendly health care is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline Saturday until 3pm date by which you have to file the written EYE WEAR in your neighborhood. appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by Sunday 9am - 1pm the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written Eye & Eye optics affidavit stating the specific facts and You have a right to grounds of your objection within 30 days Downtown is now Uptown at Eye & Eye Optics. after the return date. good health! IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may BONUS PAIR OF SINGLE VISION GLASSES limit or completely take away the above- Dorchester House. The named person’s right to make decisions IF YOU USE FLEX SPENDING PLAN about personal affairs or financial affairs Promotion valid thru February. Ask for more details. best health care for you In Fields Corner or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone and the whole family. 1353 Dorchester Avenue may make this request on behalf of the Located at Lower Mills 2271 Dorchester Avenue above-named person. If the above-named 617-288-3230 person cannot afford a lawyer, one may Bobin Nicholson, Lic. Dispensing Optician To make an be appointed at State expense. 617-296-0066 Fax 617-296-0086 Witness, Hon. Joan P. Armstrong, First appointment, call For more information, visit us on the Justice of this Court. www. eyeandeyeoptics.com Sandra Giovannucci web at www.dorchesterhouse.org Register of Probate 617-288-3230. Date: March 14, 2012 eye exams by appointment Page 14 THE Reporter April 12, 2012 Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester
Marr-lin Swim Team yd. Breaststroke 52.26), finishes third in Sarah O’Donovan (50 regional meet yd. Breaststroke 41.55), The Marr-lin Swim Jesus Rodriguez (50 Team hit the road last yd. Freestyle 34.78), month to compete in the Kaeja Saucer (50 yd. regional championship Freestyle 52.90), Zu- meet held in Union, NJ. zanna Stepnowski (50 The members of the team yd. Freestyle 40.83), who met attendance Samantha Sullivan (50 and sportsmanship re- yd. Freestyle 36.70) and quirements helped lead Kevin Zarnoch (50 yd. the team to a 3rd place Freestyle 34.02). Strong finish in the overall showings from the 13 & standings. Some of the under age group include: highlights include the Jackie Bertram (100 following swimmers in yd. I.M. 1:21.33), Chris- the 9 & under age group: topher Cadogan (100 Preston Amos (50 yd. yd. Freestyle 1:59.30), Freestyle 43.25), Nayla Briana Carter (50 yd. Matos (50 yd. Freestyle Freestyle 52.83), Kyle 55.52), Adam Regan (50 Casey (50 yd. Breast- yd. Freestyle 45.61), stroke 46.10), Nicole Cole Riley (50 yd. Back- Casey (100 yd. Freestyle stroke 1:03.95), Curt 1:26.09), Olivia Fenton Boyd (50 yd. Freestyle (50 yd. Freestyle 32.95), 52.60), Alison Cahill (50 Teresa Flaherty (50 yd. Backstroke 49.75), yd. Backstroke 45.39), Anna Cahill (50 yd. Maeve Hally (50 yd. Freestyle 1:02.98), Nia Freestyle 40.51), Lauren Dorchester families enjoyed a Family Literacy Event in late March at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Cahill (50 yd. Freestyle Hernandez (100 yd. I.M. Dorchester. The event, sponsored by Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester, Fields Corner Children Thrive 1:02.96), Jason Casey 1:18.95), Brenna Kirby ,and Boston Community Partnerships, demonstrated both the fun of reading and the importance of (50 yd. Freestyle 44.16), (50 yd. Freestyle 35.54), reading as a family unit. The event included refreshments, storytellers, puppeteers, a visit from the Thomas Flaherty (50 yd. Emily Mischler (100 Easter Bunny and free books for everyone! Backstroke 58.89), Max yd. I.M. 1:19.55), Grace Fiona McCarthy (100 line O’Brien (100 yd. Garside (50 yd. Freestyle Scuzzarella (100 yd. I.M. yd. Freestyle 1:12.62), Freestyle 1:20.64), Sean 46.38), Aidan Geary (50 1:15.67), Victoria Smith Maeve O’Brien (100 O’Donnell (100 yd. Free- yd. Freestyle 58.73), Bet- (50 yd. Freestyle 35.97), yd. Butterfly 1:24.49), style 56.96) and Joseph zalee Matos (50 yd. Free- Stephen Spencer (50 yd. Alyssa Ramsey (100 Woods (100 yd. Breast- style 48.01), Kate Mc- Freestyle 38.72), Ma- yd. Freestyle 1:10.62), stroke 1:26.63),. We Grath (50 yd. Freestyle teusz Stepnowski (50 yd. Juan Rodriguez (100 yd. would like to congratu- 42.79), Eric Mischler Freestyle 40.75), Emily Freestyle 1:08.31), Evlyn late all of the members of (50 yd. Freestyle 42.22), Suslowicz (100 yd. I.M. Scuzzarella (100 yd. the team on their strong Denise O’Donovan (50 1:27.28), Lauryn Thorpe Breaststroke 1:33.78), showing. For informa- yd. Freestyle 49.34), (50 yd. Freestyle 38.11) S a m a n t h a S m i t h tion on the upcoming Julieanne Stones (50 and Morgan Williams- (100 yd. Breaststroke 6-team Intramural Swim yd. Freestyle 36.10) and Casey (100 yd. Freestyle 1:25.84) and Monica League please contact Niamh Ward-Molloy (50 1:23.55). Swimmers age Woods (100 yd. Freestyle Aquatic Director, Aq- yd. Backstroke 59.90). 15 and under posting top 1:16.73). Lastly, out- uiles Gomes at ext. 2220. Top times for the 11 & times include: Shannon standing performances Education Program under age group include: Casey (100 yd. Freestyle from swimmers in the Vacation Week Brendan Cadogan (50 1:17.44), Kristen Fields 18 & under category in- Activities yd. Freestyle 43.75), (100 yd. I.M. 1:14.84), clude: David Barry (100 The Education pro- Kaleigh Cadogan (50 yd. Colleen Garside (100 yd. yd. Freestyle 1:01), Emily gram will offer a number Freestyle 41.32), Gavin Breaststroke 1:36.16), Carvalho (100 yd. Breast- of special activities dur- The Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester hosted Doherty (50 yd. Breast- Jessica Hernandez (100 stroke 1:34.59), Martin ing the upcoming school stroke 46.99), Audra yd. Freestyle 1:09.77), spring training sessions for the Savin Hill Baseball Chomicki (100 yd. I.M. vacation week including League in March. Players are now organizing for Garvey (50 yd. Butterfly Shane Kelly (100 yd. 1:07.52), Sydney Denver trips to the State House outdoor team practices in anticipation for the 52.41), Clare McCarthy Breaststroke 1:24.18), (50 yd. Freestyle 56.43), & Boston Common, the upcoming Opening Day ceremonies. (50 yd. Freestyle 33.21), Robert Lawless (100 Courtney Garside (100 Adams Street Library Caitlyn O’Connor (50 yd. Freestyle 1:27.83), yd. Freestyle 1:13.69), Puppet Show, the Cam- prizes awarded to the group programs such as Aisling Kerr (100 yd. bridge Science Festival top readers during the Kids College (Mondays), Freestyle 1:16.75), Sa- & M.I.T. Museum and coming weeks. In ad- Dough! Time & Money The Dorchester mantha MacLean (100 the 2-day Cyber Summit dition to these special (Tuesdays), Mad Science yd. Freestyle 1:31.58), being held at the Blue events the Education (Wednesdays), Kids Lit Historical Society Maeve McCarthy (100 Hill Boys and Girls Club. program offers Home- (Thursdays) and T.G.I.F. yd. Freestyle 1:19.64), In addition, the Read To work Help (Monday Theme Days (Fridays). offers Sydney McGrath (100 Ride incentive program to Thursdays), One-to- For more information yd. I.M. 1:16.39), Caro- begins this week with One Tutoring and small on our Education pro- grams please contact Dorchester’s Collections, Emily Capurso at 617- a new book Byrne & 288-7120, ext. 2320. LEGAL NOTICE about its buildings COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT and artifacts in exchange Drechsler, L.L.P. PROBATE & FAMILY COURT SUFFOLK DIVISION for a $25 donation Docket No. S07D0569DR SUMMONS Attorneys at Law BY PUBLICATION Rigoberto Layn Eastern Harbor Office Park vs. DEIKEL DALEY 50 Redfield Street, Neponset Circle To the above named Defendant: Dorchester, Massachusetts 02122 A Complaint has been pre- sented to this Court by the Plaintiff, Rigoberto Layn, seeking a Com- plaint for Modification. You are required to serve upon REPRESENTING SERIOUSLY INJURED INDIVIDUALS Rigoberto Layn, 28 Logan Way, Apt. #757, Boston, MA 02127, plaintiff, your answer on or before auto/motorcycle accidents, construction accidents, May 3, 2012. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hear- workplace injuries, slip and fall accidents, defective products, ing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer in the office of the medical malpractice, head and burn injuries, Register of this Court at Boston. Witness, HON. JOAN P. ARM- liquor liability and premises liability STRONG, Esquire, First Justice of said Court at Boston, this 9th day of March, 2012. Telephone (617) 265-3900 • Telefax (617) 265-3627 Sandra Giovannucci www.dorchesterhistoricalsociety.org Register of Probate April 12, 2012 The Reporter Page 15 Summer Game is on, as is springtime nuttiness The crocuses are up, feated and the Orioles Bush the elder was still the birds are on the wing, Sports/Clark Booth are in first place. So are running the country and the voice of the bull the Mariners, also picked when the Pirates last frog is heard booming It will take more than A-Rod always looks great by nobody. If it’s a new had a winning season. across the blooming a whacked-out weekend in March. And then in bandwagon you’re seek- They almost busted out landscape issuing the in Detroit to dim this the second game of the ing, try the Blue Jays. of it last year, actually clarion call of “Play Ball!” bulb. But if events at the season, the manager The Giants are winless. entering August with a And after everyone has ball yard prove disap- feels compelled to give The Phillies and Angels, winning record before played 162 ballgames pointing, you can seek Derek Jeter a bit of rest two other pre-season re-gaining their senses in 180 days, they’ll have solace at any of the 13 and use him as DH. dandies, have one more and flopping with glori- Clark Booth weeded out the mere restaurants that opened What’s that about? In the win than the Yankees ous misery the last two pretenders. under his masthead end, it may be up to the and Red Sox. One year months. We trust there Last year’s co-winners They say time stands in this town before he gallant but 40-year-old ago, Boston and Tampa will be no such anxieties were Jayson Werth of the still on Opening Day, but managed a single game. Andy Pettitte to save started 1-6 and 0-6 and this year. Is a 30-year Nationals and your very there are seasons when it Win, lose or draw, Bobby them. Yikes! ended fighting for the run of uninterrupted own Carl Crawford, both doesn’t move much from will never bore you. It’s the mood of the last playoff berth on the losing within reach? of whom interestingly the end of March to the It was gracious of the thing in the Bronx; it is season’s last night. The You can count on this look capable of repeating first of November. Is it Yankees to take some of just not right. The Jesus last year the Yankees much. There will be no their folly this year. going to be one of those the sting out of the Red Montero trade was a started 0-3 (1998), they lack of effort from the So who gets crushed years? I’ll get back to you Sox’ embarrassing un- terrible risk. And then won 114 games and the old Buccos. by the overwhelming on Columbus Day. veiling by being almost Michael Pineda came World Series. The stand- We hereabouts should weight of idiotic expecta- In the meantime, we as inept in their opening up with a sore arm. As ings on the day after find monitoring the tions in 2012? It’s not have the usual faintly series in Tampa. If it was Queen Elizabeth might Easter are as relevant works of the defected likely to be Albert Pujols, predictable first-week- only three games, it was say, Brian Cashman’s as the standings of the Theo Epstein amusing. who has long been a of-the season nuttiness quite enough to bring the winter has been rather Grapefruit League. Case It might even become great player, although to sort out. It happens skeptics roaring out of “horribilis.” closed, I trust. the favored game within to justify his 10-year, every spring. Only, when the wings. The Yankees But before you go off But major league base- the game if the Red quarter-of-a-billion dol- it dramatically embraces were the overwhelming wild-eyed about the ball, happily, is not just Sox continue to founder lar pact with the Angels, the two most exagger- pre-season choice of Tigers and Rays, take a about who wins and what while our ex-Boy Wonder he must be even better ated and over-heated all the savants just a breath. The Tigers have happens in October. suddenly regains his through 2022. Highly franchises in all of sport, week ago, which seemed all it takes to win the Fascinating lesser issues magic touch in Chicago. unlikely! let alone baseball, it gets almost as dumb as the Summer but lose the abound and this year It’s not likely, given The burden is even really goofy. conventional wisdom Fall. Playing in far and like every year there are that the Red Sox can’t greater on Joey Votto, Indeed, the Red Sox that conceded the cham- away the AL’s weak- some gems. possibly be that bad nor who has just landed a 12- and Yankees both came pionship to the Red Sox est division, they can As an ardent fan of are the Cubs remotely year, $251 million pact sheepishly out of the before a game was played cakewalk to the playoffs. loveable losers, one finds capable of being any with Cincinnati after gate, looking even more just a year ago. The But with their top-heavy the tattered cause of better. But free of the just four nice seasons flawed and vulnerable wonderful thing about devotion to sluggers and the Pittsburgh Pirates inherent zaniness of the that in no way compare than some of us expected people who make these thin pitching depth, it’s especially intriguing. Fenway scene, an older with what Lou Gehrig and as far as the rest of predictions is that they a team that’s made to Can the Bucs, proudly and wiser Epstein can once did. Yet as one of the game is concerned never ever learn from order playoff-bait. They represented over the methodically re-build the weakest of the ever only good can come their mistakes. now have the Prince eons by the august likes that historically haunted financially-strapped from this. What might L o o k c l o s e l y u p but it’s still a team of Wagner and the Wan- franchise brick by brick small market teams, a season in which these and down this alleg- that rises and falls with ers, Kiner, Maz, and the without being lashed the Reds can’t afford for two bloated franchises edly mighty Bombers’ the mercurial whims of Great Roberto, establish every inch of the way by Votto to be much less are not greedily hogging lineup and you’ll see the easily distractible the all-time standard for the frenzied get-a-lifers than as good as Gehrig. more of the limelight it loaded with ques- Miguel Cabrera. inept performance not of Red Sox Nation. Good Luck! than they deserve look tions, many of them As for the Rays, yes, just in baseball but in all In the era of big money But the pick for this like? It would be vastly complex-compound. Just their pitching is wonder- of sport by grandly pro- and ridiculous contracts, year’s honors is the amusing to find out. for openers, in a game ful and Joe Maddon ducing a losing season the competition for the Rangers’$112 million Among the intoxicat- that has become strik- walks on water. But one for the 20th consecutive booby prize as the year’s international prize, Yu ing ramifications is the ingly young, nimble, and prefers to see how long year? biggest bust has become a Darvish. Call it Daisuke likelihood that the Red dashing, the Yankees and well that no-name Think of it. George particular interest here. Redux! Sox early jitters only are old, traditional, and offense holds up and intensify the Bobby Val- plodding. Too much of whether Maddon, in all entine Watch. Nobody in their great expectations of his genius, can avoid baseball will be scruti- are predicated on such burning out his bullpen. nized more relentlessly, shaky notions as the Please keep the small- which is something fervent belief that Alex ness of our sample in DAteS! nobody in baseball might Rodriguez can again be mind, but after a week M e enjoy more than Bobby as good as he once was. the Mets are also unde- ARk th Valentine. Like Teddy Roosevelt, our eternally brash new skipper yearns to be the groom at every wedding and the corpse at every funeral. He DorCheSter got off to a smashing Large Format Printing Boston Water and Sewer Is Uphams Corner start in reclaiming his Municipal Building suspended stardom at Billboards • Banners Coming to Your Neighborhood spring training, devoting 500 Columbia Road much of the six weeks 1022 Morrissey Boulevard, Dorchester A Boston Water and Sewer Commission Friday, 10 AM–12 PM to his own assiduous 617-282-2100 Community Services Department April 20 self-promotion. carrolladvertising.com representative will be in your neighborhood at the places, dates, ™ and times listed here. FIelDS CorNer DELPHI ACADEMY Our representative will be available to: preschool through eighth grade Kit Clark Senior Center Accept payments. (Check or money order 1500 Dorchester Avenue only–no cash, please.) Monday, 10 AM–1 PM OPEN HOUSE Process discount forms for senior citizens April 23 Saturday, April 28, 10:00 - 12:00 and disabled people. Resolve billing or service complaints. 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(Continued from page 10) Contact the Board at 617-398-DBOT (3268) for info. The Carney’s adult/child/infant CPR and First Aid Peabody Slope Assn. Mayor’s Coffee Hour instructions every week for only $30. Call 617-296- The Peabody Slope Neighborhood Assn’s next The Mayor will hold a Coffee Hour, in conjunction 4012, X2093 for schedule. The next Senior Supper will meeting the first Mon. of each month, at Dorchester with the park-opening celebration, at the Rev. Loesch be held on Wed., June 13. Mark your calendars now. Academy, 18 Croftland Ave., 7 p.m. For info: Playground, 81 Brent St., on Mon., June 11, from Franklin Park Zoo peabodyslope.org or 617-533-8123. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Mon. All are welcome. Playful Paws Playgroups, beginning Feb. 1 from Pope’s Hill Neighborhood Assn. Kennedy Library 10:15 to 11 a.m., in the meeting Barn at the zoo. Neighborhood E-Mail Alert system; sign up at “Celebrating the Centennial of Fenway Park,” Cost: $8 for members or $10 for non-members. [email protected], giving your name, ad- with Peter Nash, Richard Johnson, and Thomas Pre-registration is required; call 617-989-3742. Call dress, and e-mail address. PHNA meetings, usually Fitzgerald, at the library on Sun., Apr. 22, 1 to 617-442-4141. the fourth Wed. of each month at the Leahy/Holloran 2:30 p.m., with Ken Casey from Dropkick Murphys, Adams Village Business Assn. Community Center at 7 p.m. The next meetings are: closing with a rendition of “Tessie. ”For reservations For info on the AVBA, call Mary at 617-697-3019. Apr. 25 and May 23. for the free programs and forums: 617/514-1643 to Kit Clark Senior Services Port Norfolk Civic Assn. be sure of a seat or visit the web page: jfklibrary.org. Kit Clark Senior Services for those over 60: Meetings usually the third Thurs. of each month Mayor of Dorchester Contest health care, socialization, adult day health, memory at the Port Norfolk Yacht Club. Info: 617-265-5780. Dorchester residents interested in being in the race respite, homemakers, personal care attendants, St. Mark’s Area Civic Assn. for the Mayor’s contest are invited to the Comfort mental health and substance abuse counseling, Meetings held the last Tues. of each month in Inn, 900 Morrissey Blvd., 7 p.m., in the Conference and transportation. The Kit Clark’s Senior Home the lower hall of St. Mark’s Church, at 7 p.m. Info: Room. Call 857-756-3675 for info. Improvement Program for eligible homeowners with stmarkscivic.com. Murphy/Leahy-Holloran home rehabilitation and low-cost home repairs. Info: Dorchester Historical Society Community Center 617-825-5000. “Boom, Bubbles, Busts, Depressions, recessions, Youth Beginner 1, on Tues. and Thurs., 4:20 to 4:50 Adams St. Library and Panics: A History of American Financial Crisis,” p.m. @$25 pp. For info, check with the Aquatic Staff “The Strike for Bread and Roses, Lawrence, by historian John Horrigan, Sun., Apr. 29, 2 p.m., at at 617-635-5150. Membership is just $20 per family. 1912,” an hour-long performance about women the Clapp House. “Glorious Blueberries,” (to watch or Irish step dancing classes on Thurs. evenings from textile workers who changed the course of American help) by Jeremy Dick, at the Clapp House, on Sat., 7 to 8:45 p.m. Project D.E.E.P. needs tutors. Call labor history,” with Sharon Kennedy, at the library May 5, from 9 to 11 a.m. Limited seating: contact 617-635-5027. A bus trip to Foxwoods for seniors, on Mon., Apr. 23, 6:30 p.m. Meet author Emily [email protected]. The headquarters of the DHS Wed., Apr. 25. Bus leaves at 9 a.m., and returns Sweeney, discussing her book “Boston’s Organized is the William Clapp House, 195 Boston St., near at 6 p.m. Cost is $25 (for roundtrip fare, $15 Keno Crime,” on Wed., Apr. 25, 6:30 p.m. See crime-scene Edward Everett Square. Credit, and $10 food voucher.) Call Lisa at the LHCC, photos, mug shots, and police documents, through Dorchester Board of Trade 617-635-5150 or e-mail: [email protected]. the gangland wars of the 1960s. Become a member It’s time to pay DBOT dues: $75 for 10 or fewer Carney Hospital’s Programs by sending dues to Friends of the Adams St. Library, employees, or $125 for 11 or more employees. Send A Breast-Cancer Support Group, the second c/o M. Cahill, 67 Oakton Ave., Dorchester, 02122. check to the DBOT, P.O. Box 220452, Dor., 02122. Wednesday (only) of each month, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Family membership is $5; individuals, $3; seniors, $1; businesses, $10; and lifetime, $50. Monday Matinees at 2 p.m. with popcorn. Pierce House Events Stories and projects, every other Fri., to Apr. 20: “Sheep to Shawl,” Apr. 20. Admission: $5 for first child, $2 for each additional child; at the Pierce House, 24 Oakton Ave., Dor. Registration required; call 617-288-6041. (Continued on page 18)
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Renew Boston will day, April 14 from 10 Project HOPE on Dudley By virtue of a Judgment and Order of the Suffolk Superior Court (Docket No. SUCV11-3979D, in favor of the host information ses- a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Street in Roxbury. There TRUSTEES OF THE 94-96 ITASCA STREET CONDOMINIUM TRUST against JEAN REMY TOUSSAINT, et al. establishing a lien pursuant to M.G.L. c. 183A:6 on the real estate known as UNIT 96-1 of the ITASCA STREET CONDOMINIUM for the purposes of sions over the next two Vietnamese American will be interpreters at satisfying such lien, the real estate is scheduled for Public Auction at 12:00 O’CLOCK P.M. ON THE 27th DAY OF APRIL, A.D. 2012, Saturdays for people to Community Center both events who speak at 96 ITASCA STREET, UNIT 96-1, MATTAPAN, MASSACHUSETTS. The premises to be sold are more particularly described as learn more about the on Charles Street in Vietnamese, Spanish, follows: DESCRIPTION: citywide program aimed Dorchester and April 21 and Cape Verde Creole. at helping homeowners from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at – Lisa Hagen Unit No. 96-1 of the 94-96 Itasca Street Condominium created by Master Deed dated December 7, 2006 and filed on January 25, 2007 with the Suffolk Registry District of the weatherize their houses Land Court as Document No. 732229 as noted on the Certificate of Title No. C-557. See to reduce energy costs LEGAL NOTICE also Declaration of Trust dated December 7, 2006 and filed as Document No. 732230 as noted on the Certificate of Title No. C-557. and consumption. The STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA program — which targets COUNTY OF ORANGEBURG The Post Office of the Condominium is: both homes and busi- IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS 94-96 Itasca Street, Mattapan, MA 02116. CASE NO: 2011-CP-38-1024 nesses —partners with The Unit conveyed is laid out as shown on a plan filed herewith, which plan is a copy of a SUMMONS portion of the plans filed with said Master Deed and to which is affixed a verified statement MassSave, NSTAR and Larry D. Dailey, Daniel Dailey, Archie Dailey, Sharon Reid, Mildred Jameau, Louvenia Harris, and Christopher Holgate, Plaintiff(s) in the form provided in G.L. c. 183A, section 9. It is subject to and with the benefit of the National Grid to offers up vs. obligations, restrictions, rights and liabilities contained in G. L. c. 183A, the Master Deed to $2,000 to subsidize in- The Estate of Archie Dailey, Deceased, The Estate of Hermese Dailey, deceased, the Estate of and the By-Laws filed therewith. Virginia Rhone, deceased, their heirs at law, Personal representatives, Administrators, successors sulation improvements and Assigns, and all other persons entitled to claim through them, and all unknown persons The Condominium and each of the units is intended for residential purposes and other for 1-4 unit buildings. with any right, title or interest in the real estate described herein, being a class designated as uses permitted by the Applicable Zoning Ordinances and as set forth in the Master Deed. John Doe; also any persons who may be in the military service of the United States of America, “We’ll be giving short and any unknown minors or persons under a disability, being a class designated as Richard The undivided percentage interest of the Unit conveyed hereunder in the common areas presentations on the Roe, Defendant(s) and facilities is 8.15%. TO THE DEFENDANT(S) ABOVE NAMED: program and its benefits, YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action, a copy For title see deed to Jean Remy Toussaint dated April 12, 1995 and recorded April 13, 1995 with the Suffolk Country and we’ll have experts on of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your answer to the said Complaint Registry Division of the Land Court as Document No. 525107 on Certificate of Title C237-106. on the subscriber at his office, PO Drawer 349, 631 Bass Drive, Santee, South Carolina 29142 hand to answer people’s within Thirty (30) days from the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to do so, judgement by default will be render against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event of a typographical error or omission contained in this publication, the description of the premises contained questions,” said Adam Santee, SC Nestor & Jackson in said Unit Deed shall control. Gibbons, a Renew Boston S/James B. Jackson, Jr. PO Drawer 349, Santee, SC 29142 outreach coordinator (803) 854-4484 TERMS OF SALE: based at Dorchester Bay ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFFS 1. A non-refundable deposit payable in cash, certified or bank check in the amount of $5,000.00 for the unit shall be payable at the Auction. Economic Development NOTICE OF PENDENCY Corporation. OF ACTION 2. The balance of the purchase price is to be paid within thirty (30) days of the auction. The program’s cus- Notice is hereby given that an action has been commenced and is now pending the Court of Common Pleas upon complaint of the above named Plaintiffs against the 3. An Auctioneer’s Release Deed will be issued to the purchaser, upon payment of the balance of the purchase tomer service provider, Defendants to quiet title the property hereinafter described. price, within thirty (30) days of the auction. The Deed shall convey the premises subject to, and with the benefit Next Step Living, has The property, the subject of the above referenced matter is situate, lying and of, all restrictions, easements, improvements, outstanding tax titles, municipal or other public taxes, assessments, being in the County of Orangeburg, State of South Carolina and are more particularly liens, or claims in the nature of liens, and existing encumbrances of record senior to the lien hereby being satisfied, grown during the past described as follows: whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, outstanding tax titles, municipal or other two years with a current All that certain piece, parcel or tract of land, situate, lying and being in Holly Hill public taxes, assessments, liens or claims in the nature of liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. Township, County of Orangeburg, State of South Carolina, being more particularly set staff of 320 compared to forth and shown as Tract F, on the plat hereinabove set forth, containing sixteen and 4. Additionally, and not by way of limitation, the sale shall be subject to and with the benefit of any and all tenants, 30 in 2010. ninety-hundredths (16.90) acres, more or less, and bounded and measuring as follows: tenancies, and occupants, if any. “Renew Boston is really On the North by property of Clinton, measuring thereon six hundred eighty (680) feet; on the East by Tract G, on said plat, measuring thereon one thousand forty-three and 5. No representation is or shall be made as to any amount of taxes due and outstanding. beneficial for homeown- twenty-four hundredths (1,043.24) feet; on the South by a dirt road, measuring thereon ers and renters,” said eight hundred forty-two and forty-one hundredths (842.41) feet; and on the West by 6. The successful bidder shall pay the future condominium common charges commencing with the date of the auction. lands of Wack, measuring thereon nine hundred ninety-six (996) feet; all measurements Gibbons. “Residents can being more or less. 7. No representation is or shall be made as to any other mortgages, liens, or encumbrances of record. get a reliable and very Tax Map #0349-00-04-117.000 Nestor & Jackson S/James B. Jackson, Jr. 8. No representation is or shall be made as to the condition of the Premises or the Condominium. The Premises shall detailed assessment of be sold “as is.” how efficient their home Attorney for Plaintiff is – the furnace, water NOTICE OF FILING 9. Other items, if any, shall be announced at the sale. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Plantiff filed a Quiet Title action in the matter herein heater, insulation in the with the Clerk of Court for Orangeburg on the 29th day of August, 2011, in Case Number 10. The sale is subject to and in accordance with the Judgment and Order, a copy of which may be obtained from the 2011-CP-38-1024. A copy of the Summons and Complaint can be obtained from the seller’s counsel, Attorney Paul J. Barresi, Marcus, Errico, Emmer & Brooks, P.C., 45 Braintree Hill Park, Suite 107, walls and attic, the air- Braintree, MA 02184, (781) 843-5000. tightness of the home.” Clerk of Court for Orangeburg County or from the Plaintiff’s attorney. March 12, 2012 Nestor & Jackson TRUSTEES OF THE 94-96 ITASCA STREET CONDOMINIUM TRUST, The info sessions will Santee, SC S/James B. Jackson, Jr. By its Board of Trustees take place on Satur- Attorney for Plaintiff
Page 18 THE Reporter April 12, 2012 RECENT OBITUARIES CALITRI, Eleanora by 7 grandchildren and on January 31, 1928 tions in his memory can raine Dionne. Devoted for 55 years of the late (Maffeo) of Dorchester. many nieces and neph- (84 years old), died sud- be made to The Lisa and aunt of William Dionne Constantino “Dinny” Wife of the late Leone B. ews. Remembrances may denly. Survived by his Andrew Satlin Research of TX, Robert Dionne Moschella. Devoted “Leo.” Mother of Ralph be made in memory of 3 daughters & son-in- Funds, MSKCC, 633 of Randolph, Richard “Momma” of Rose Mc- of Dorchester and his Eleanora to the Don law; Lisa and Andrew Third Av, NY, NY 10017; Dionne of Carver, Denise Cleary, Michael and Ev- wife Jane Calitri of Fox- Orione Home, 111 Orient Satlin of Short Hills, The Rubin and Estelle Halliday of Dorchester, elyn Moschella, Anthony boro, Ginny Perkins of Ave., East Boston, MA, NJ, Amy Hamnett of Sugarman Melanoma Re- and Michael Dionne of Moschella, William Mos- Dorchester and Leon and 02128 Duxbury, MA and Sharon search Fund, MGH Dev. Randolph. Survived by chella, Margaret and his wife Sharon Calitri of COOPER, Herbert Kotler of Weston, FL, 7 Office, 165 Cambridge many grandnieces and Nicholas LePore, Maria Westford. Also survived Myron born in Boston grandchildren; Leah and St, Ste 600, Boston, grandnephews. Late and Joseph DelTufo and Zachary Satlin, Wesley MA 02114; or the New retired employee of Gil- John Moschella. Grand- and Whitney Hamnett Horizons Service Dogs, lette Company for over mother of 17 Grand- and Hillary, Alexandra 1590 Laurel Park Ct, 40 years. Donations in children and 12 great and Joshua Kotler. Also Orange City, FL 32763. Genevieve’s memory grandchildren. Ruby was survived by his sister Grabowski, Gene- may be made to Boston one of 12 children and TEVNAN TEVNAN Estelle Sugarman and vieve H. “Cioci” (Szpa- Dialysis, 2100 Dorches- the special Aunt “Doody” nieces and nephew, kowski) in Dorchester. ter Ave., Dorchester, MA of countless nieces and 299 100 City Hall Plaza 653 Gallivan Boulevard Jay, Deborah and Ellen Daughter of the late 02124. nephews. Donations in Boston, MA 02108 Dorchester, MA 02124 Sugarman, as well as Casimir J. and Frances MOSCHELLA, Ruby Ruby’s memory may be 617-423-4100 617-265-4100 many dear friends and (Dyl) Szpakowski. Sis- B. (Rideout) of Dorches- made to the Alzheimer’s colleagues. Contribu- ter of the late Alfred, ter, age 83, died peace- Association 311 Arsenal Attorneys at Law Michael, and Francis fully, surrounded by St. Suite 4, Watertown, www.tevnan.com LEGAL NOTICE Szpakowski, and Lor- her beloved family. Wife MA 02472.
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT Neighborhood Notables PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT “Close to Home” Docket No. SU12P0638EA (Continued from page 16) NOTICE OF PETITION FOR Temple Shalom PROBATE OF WILL Irish Pastoral Centre The temple has relocated; the office, IN THE ESTATE OF 38 Truro Lane, Milton; the mailing CATHERINE E. HORGAN The IPC, now located in St. Brendan LATE OF BOSTON, MA 02124-1929 Rectory, 15 Rita Road, welcomes seniors address, P.O. Box 870275, Milton, MA DATE OF DEATH: 03/11/2012 02187; and the sanctuary, The Great To all persons interested above cap- to a coffee hour each Wed. morning, from tioned estate, a petition has been presented 10 a.m. to noon. There will be a speaker Hall, 495 Canton Ave., Milton. The phone requesting that a document purporting to number remains the same: 617-698-3394 be the last will of said decedent be proved each week. Call 617-265-5300 for info. and allowed and that Evelyn T. Dunne of The IPC has a “Music for Memory” or e-mail: office@TempleShalomOnline. Dorchester, MA be appointed executrix org for info. named in the will to serve Without Surety. program, with Maureen McNally, with If you desire to object there- welcome and refreshments at 4 p.m., and Divine Mercy Celebration to, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST Cedar Grove Cemetery file a written appearance in said singing from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Call the IPC The Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy court at Boston, SUFFOLK PROBATE fordates and further info. The singing celebrate the Eucharist in honor of CONSECRATED IN 1868 AND FAMILY COURT, 24 NEW CHARDON STREET, P.O. BOX 9667, BOSTON, MA is free; donations for refreshments are Divine Mercy on the third Friday of each 02114, ON OR BEFORE TEN O’clock welcomed. month, at St. Ann’s in Dorchester, with On the banks of the Neponset in the MORNING (10:00 AM) on June 7, Excellent “Pre-Need” Plan Available 2012, the return day of this citation. Irish Social Club Exposition at 6 p.m., Chaplet of Mercy at In addition, you must file a written af- 6:30 p.m., and Mass at 7 p.m. For further Inquiries on gravesites are invited. fidavid of objections to the petition, stating ISC dates: Sun., Apr. 15, Wild Rovers; specific facts and grounds upon which the Sat., Apr. 21, Erin Og (from 8 p.m. to info: call the Sisters at 617-288-1202, Non-Sectarian. objection is based, within (30) days after the ext. 114. In Apr., the third Fri will be return day (or such other time as the court, midnight); Sun., Apr. 22, closed; and Cemetery Office open daily at on motion with notice to the petitioiner, may Sun., Apr. 29, Erin’s Melody. Music suspended because of organizing Divine allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. Mercy Sunday on Apr. 15, always the 920 Adams St. Witness, HON. JOAN P. ARMSTRONG, begins at 8 p.m. Admission, $10. The ISC Dorchester, MA 02124 First Justice of this Court. is located at 119 Park St., West Roxbury. Sunday after Easter. The next Third Date: April 2, 2012 Friday Devotion is May 18. Telephone: 617-825-1360 Sandra Giovannucci Register of Probate
Earl Taylor is well-known locally for his leadership at the Dorchester Historical Society, where he has served as president for the last decade and more. Earl makes his living in mortgages and real estate; he is a real estate broker who has been working the field for 30 years as well as a mortgage broker for the last 20 years. He has recently begun writing the Solid Ground blog that can be found at his company’s website american- homerealty.co The blog discusses real estate issues, licensing, develop- ment and financing with a concentration in the history of Dorchester development over the past 30 years, paralleling his experience in the marketplace.
With a main office in Burlington, MA, Earl Taylor is confident in the resurgence of the real estate market, and now has expanded into selling more Dorchester properties, where he has lived for more than 30 years and now plans to work more in Dorchester’s neighborhoods.
After a career in rare book libraries, he decided to go into real estate and then mortgages. His passion for houses, house design and history led him not only into the real estate business but also to the Dorchester Historical Society. He created LEGAL NOTICES the website dorchesteratheneum.org to celebrate Dorchester history, and the site includes a large COMMONWEALTH OF COMMONWEALTH OF amount of information about Dorchester properties LEGAL NOTICE MASSACHUSETTS MASSACHUSETTS and their history. The Annual Meeting of SUFFOLK, ss. SUFFOLK, ss. the Proprietors of Cedar THE TRIAL COURT THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Earl grew up in western Massachusetts and in Maine and attended Bow- Grove Cemetery will be NOTICE AND ORDER: NOTICE AND ORDER: held on Monday, April PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT doin College. He pursued graduate work at Simmons College, where OF GUARDIAN OF A MINOR OF GUARDIAN OF A MINOR he obtained his degree in Library Science. After working for the Rare 24, 2012, at 2:00 p.m., in Docket No. SU12P0658GD Docket No. SU11P0951GD the office of Cedar Grove IN THE INTERESTS OF IN THE INTERESTS OF Book Department at the Boston Public Library, the American Antiquar- Cemetery, 920 Adams TAHVON F. BRADLEY SHANIYA LATOYA BRADLEY ian Society and the John Carter Brown Library, he became Director of OF DORCHESTER, MA OF ROXBURY, MA Street, Dorchester, Massa- MINOR MINOR Systems and Operations at the O’Neill Library at Boston College. He chusetts. The purpose of the Notice to all Interested Parties Notice to all Interested Parties remembers that an older librarian told him that you can make a difference 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a 1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a meeting is to elect Trustees Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a from within the organization, or you can go out and make money, then and to transact any other Minor filed on 04/02/2012 byRichard Ashby Minor filed on 05/12/2012 by Richard A. Ashby use your money and influence to create change. That simple statement business that may properly of Dorchester, MA will be held 05/07/2012 of Dorchester, MA will be held 05/07/2012 changed his life. 09:00 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing. 09:00 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing. come before the meeting. Located at 24 New Chardon Street, 3rd Located at 24 New Chardon Street, 3rd The Reports of the Treasurer Floor, Boston, MA 02114. Floor, Boston, MA 02114. He began his self-employment in the field of real estate sales and mort- 2. Response to Petition: You may 2. Response to Petition: You may and the Auditor will also be respond by filing a written response to the respond by filing a written response to the gages, first in Dorchester, then in the suburbs. Earl Taylor has devoted presented. Petition or by appearing in person at the hear- Petition or by appearing in person at the hear- his support to the Dorchester Historical Society and tried to make it an The Annual Report of ing. If you choose to file a written response, ing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to: you need to: integral part of our town’s cultural life. He has lived on Ashmont Hill the Proprietors of Cedar File the original with the Court; and File the original with the Court; and since 1979. Grove Cemetery for the Mail a copy to all interested parties at least Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing. five (5) business days before the hearing. fiscal year ending December 3. Counsel for the Minor: the Minor 3. Counsel for the Minor: the Minor Whether you are buying or selling a property, you are invited to call Earl 31, 2011 is available at the (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed right to request that counsel be appointed Taylor today. Cemetery office. The Report for the minor. for the minor. may be inspected during 4. Presence of the Minor at hearing: A 4. Presence of the Minor at hearing: A regular business hours, by minor over age 14 has the right to be present minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it request, within 180 days is not in the minor’s best interests. is not in the minor’s best interests. after the publication of this THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An important THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An important court proceeding that may affect your rights court proceeding that may affect your rights notice. has been scheduled. If you do not understand has been scheduled. If you do not understand Telephone 617-825-1360 this notice or other court papers, please this notice or other court papers, please Loretta J. Philbrick contact an attorney for legal advice. contact an attorney for legal advice. March 30, 2012 March 30, 2012 Secretary/Treasurer Sandra Giovannucci Sandra Giovannucci americanhomerealty.co Register of Probate Register of Probate April 12, 2012 The Reporter Page 19 Reporter’s Calendar Thursday, April 12 • Monthly meeting of Wednesday, April 25 JFK Library, Dorchester. ter, MA 02124, from 1 to 4 cream sundaes. For only • M a s s a c h u s e t t s the Boston State Hos- • B o s t o n G l o b e See jfklibrary.org. p.m. Tickets are $20 per $5 you can enter to win Department of Trans- pital Citizens Advisory journalist and author Sunday, April 29 person if purchased on or a hockey stick signed by portation (MassDOT) Committee, 6-8p.m. at Emily Sweeney reads • Big Dreams Start before April 1st and $25 the 2011 Boston Bruins hosts a final round of The Foley Building, 249 and shows historic pho- Smaller will hold its per person after April 1st. championship team. public meetings on the River Street, Mattapan, tographs from her new sixth annual family You can purchase tickets Thursday, May 10 Roxbury/Dorchester/ MA. Members of the book, Boston Organized event called “Tuning In or register to become • Second annual Mattapan Transit Needs public are invited to Crime, 6:30 p.m. at the To St. Jude Kids” to a sponsor at stjude. Boston Haitian Honors Study, 6-8 p.m., Grove attend. Adams Street Branch raise money for children org/bigdreamsstarts- luncheon, Seaport Bos- Hall Community Center, Saturday, April 21 Library, 690 Adams fighting cancer and other maller. Features DJ Jim, ton Hotel, noon. Call 51 Geneva Avenue. • Mattapan Patriots Street, Dorchester. Free, catastrophic childhood music, prizes, games, 617-436-1222 x22 for Saturday, April 14 Pop Warner, Inc. & Cum- books will be available for diseases. Florian Hall, 55 raffle items, a buffet, sponsorship and ticket • Free workshop mins Valley Neighbor- sale and signing. Hallet Street, Dorches- and make-your-own ice information. shares methods of how hood Association host Thursday, April 26 to grow and prepare Mattapan Sweeps Up • Dorchester Day $10k the top-10 powerfully the Square, 7 a.m. – cocktails and cash event, healthy greens. Tasty 9 a.m. Focus on Blue Florian Hall 55 Hallet green snacks will be Hill Ave. between River Street, 6:30 p.m., draw- provided for you to enjoy. St. and Babson St. as ing begins at 7. Proceeds AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY Sponsored by Boston well as alley way and benefit the Dorchester Olmsted Green - PHase III Natural Areas Network, parking lot adjacent to Day Parade Committee. American Legion Highway 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.as part the Post Office. Visit Tickets cost $100 each Dorchester, MA 02124 of its Seed, Sow & Grow MattapanPatriots.com and include dinner at horticultural series. or 617-791-7359. the drawing. For ad- 34 Affordable units City Natives – BNAN’s • The 2nd annual ditional information or to # of Units Type Rents Start At: Maximum Income horticultural learning Victorian Egg Hunt will purchase tickets, please 2* 2BR $599 30% Center—at 30 Edgewa- take place on the grounds contact the parade com- 26 2BR $1,170 60% ter Drive, Mattapan. of the Forbes House mittee at 857-756-3675. 6 3BR $1,330 60%
Registration is required Museum on Saturday, • The Taste of Dorches- Maximum Income Limits by Household Size and registering early is at 1 p.m. 215 Adams St., ter will bring together Household Size 60% 30% recommended. Register Milton. Children ages some of Dorchester’s 1 41,100 20,550 by calling: 617-546-7696 3- 8 are welcome. Admis- best restaurants to 2 46,980 23,500 or emailing: info@boston- sion is $8 per child. Rain showcase the dynamic 3 52,860 26,450 natural.org date is Sunday, April 22 culinary options avail- 4 58,680 29,350 5 63,420 31,700 Sunday, April 15 from 1-3 p.m. able throughout Boston’s 6 68,100 34,050 • First Parish in Sunday, April 22 largest and most diverse Dorchester presents a • JFK Library cel- neighborhood, 6-8p.m. Olmsted Green Informational Meeting held on 4/17/12 between 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. free concert with Duo ebrates the Centennial IBEW Hall, Freeport Applications must be picked up in person from WinnResidential Diavol Orlando Cela, of Fenway Park with St. Proceeds benefit 193 Talbot Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02124 flute and Venezuelan a 1 p.m. screening of the important work for Weekdays 4/16/12 - 4/20/12 & 4/23/12 - 4/24/12 9 a.m. — 4 p.m. cuatro and Aaron Lar- Rooters:The Birth of sustainable homeowner- Evening hours Tuesday 4/17/12 & Thursday 4/19/12 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. get-Caplan, guitar. 3 Red Sox Nation, and a ship conducted by the Saturday 4/21/12 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. p.m., Free, Reception discussion with Peter Dorchester-based non- To be included in the lottery, deadline for completed applications at the above address: to follow. 10 Parish St., Nash, baseball historian; profit Massachusetts In person by 4pm, May 2, 2012 or postmarked and mailed by that day. Dorchester. Richard Johnson, cura- Affordable Housing Al- Reasonable accommodations made. Tuesday, April 17 tor of Boston’s Sports liance (MAHA). Tickets • Celebrate! Se- Museum; and Thomas are available in advance **Voucher Holders welcome and not subject to minimum income requirements-Rents at Payment Standard. ries at JFK Library Fitzgerald, grandson of for $35 for adults, and $20 SELECTION BY LOTTERY hosts free Children’s Boston Mayor Honey for seniors and children, Use and Occupancy Restrictions Apply Program: Crabgrass Fitz, on the building of at tasteofdorchester.org. *2 units have preference for homeless households Disabled households needing wheelchair accessible units have preference for one 2-BR unit & one 3-BR. Puppet Theatre: haiku, Fenway Park and its • Madeleine Albright Preference for households with at least one person per bedroom. hiphop and hot dogs, passionate fans, includ- discusses her memoir, 10:30 – 11:30a.m. Free ing then-Mayor John Prague Winter: A Person- For more information call WinnResidential (617) 288-8330 and open to the public, Francis Fitzgerald. Ken al Story of Remembrance but reservations are Casey of the Dropkick and War, 1937-1948, required. To make a res- Murphys will close with with Ambassador Nicho- ervation, please visit the a rendition of “Tessie.” las Burns, professor at Equal Housing Opportunity Celebrate! page online or Registration opens on Harvard University’s call 617-514-1644. April 9. See jfklibrary. Kennedy School of Gov- Thursday, April 19 org to register. ernment, 6 p.m. at the FINNEGAN ASSOCIATES REALTORS 793 Adams Street, Adams Corner, Dorchester, MA (617) 282-8189 www.finneganrealtors.com WELCOME TO: 25 Windermere Street Dorchester, MA 02121 List Price: $459,000 206 Savin Hill Avenue Dorchester Off Jones Hill This beautiful 3-level, five bdrm home including master suite/home office with spectacular harbor views and city SOLD skyline including all new stainless steel Viking kitchen, french doors, original hardwood flrs., stunning staircase, with a magnificent dining room, fireplace, original mantle, quarter Large single sawn oak wainscoating and stain glass windows throughout the home with new porches. Also includes all new electric, family home all new plumbing, new high efficiency gas furnace (that is AC ready). with over 2,400 37 Mt. Vernon Street s.f. of living Unit 1 space. Has large Dorchester, MA 02125 List Price: $229,000 lot containing A steal at this price!!! This beautiful two bedroom, 2 14,810 s.f. bath 1st floor unit, including stainless steel appliances, w/d Call for more hookup, storage in basement, hdwd flrs, and screened in porch information and (only 1 in complex). Only mins. to JFK Station and I-93. Near Castle Island and Andrew Square. It’s a must see! to schedule a Avenue Real Estate showing. 1185 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA 617-288-3600 Page 20 THE Reporter April 12, 2012 Mattapan sisters excel in classroom, as mentors to Haitian kids By Lisa Hagen Latin School (BLS) where can still receive help during Special to the Reporter she said she was challenged middle and high school. Mattapan sisters Shaina academically. “ETE camp is the bulk of and Gabriella Gilbert are six Shaina, who graduated their education and we can’t years apart in age, but they from Brandeis University in just let those reins go,” Shaina share the same passion for 2010 and is now pursuing said. “We can’t introduce it to scholarship and volunteerism. her master’s degree atBoston them and just take it away The Gilbert girls have University, currently teaches because for some it’s all they particularly distinguished math, ESL (English as a have.” themselves by devoting their Second Language), history, The Gilbert sisters had summers to teaching youth and science to mainly Hai- similar academic experiences in their parents’ native Haiti. tian students at TechBoston since they both attended The In 2009, Shaina created a Academy. Steppingstone Academy and summertime leadership camp “I teach Haitian students BLS, but Shaina said that called Empowering Through there and some have similar Gabriella created her “own Education, or ETE, which de- backgrounds to children I identity at those institutes.” rives from the Haitian Creole teach in Haiti, so I certainly Now a senior at Boston word for “summer.” In its first appreciate it year round,” Latin School, Gabriella said year, the camp started with she said. “It means a lot to attending BLS was her biggest 40 students that expanded me because I do need more challenge, but one she appreci- to over 100 over the past four practice, but it’s been an ated especially with support years, teaching children how awesome two years.” from her family. Along with to become leaders of their At Brandeis, where she the myriad of activities she communities and learn about majored in sociology and participated in at BLS, she is social change. public health, Shaina decided also a community educator for The sisters are traveling to go to Haiti with four other City School where she teaches back to Haiti this summer students in her junior year. children about social justice for the camp’s fourth year, But she didn’t “want to go issues. Sisters Shaina and Gabriella Gilbert have spent the last three back empty-handed.” Through Gabriella applied early deci- years volunteering at a camp that Shaina created in Haiti. Ga- serving and teaching over 120 briella will attend Columbia University in the fall, while Shaina students. fundraising and grant writing, sion to Columbia University is presently pursuing a Master’s degree at Boston University. One of the Gilbert sisters’ she was able to create the ETE and will pursue her dreams of Photo courtesy The Steppingstone Foundation biggest influences has been camp in Hinche, her mother’s becoming a computer engineer their father, who a longtime hometown. at the University’s School for camp and didn’t want to go Americans,” Gabriella said. Boston Public School teacher. “I didn’t want to impose of Engineering in the fall. and stuck around for an extra “We both speak Haitian Creole “We took school very seri- myself just because I’m Hai- Gabriella said winning a spot English lesson.” fluently and it was something ously because we knew it tian, since I wasn’t born or at Columbia is a “whole other Shaina decided to create our parents thought was would shape our futures. So raised there,” Shaina said. “I challenge” that she is excited a junior counselor position very important as children of we took that to heart and tried wanted to make sure I had about. for those students who have Haitian immigrants.” our best in school,” she said. their support and approval, Gabriella joined the ETE already completed the camp There will be a fundraising Shaina attended Boston and every year they want us camp staff as a leadership and can one day run the camp gala dinner for ETE camp Public Schools and partici- to come back and we love it.” teacher in 2010. so it is “something that belongs on April 29 at 7 p.m. to help pated in The Steppingstone Although the camp focuses “It is an inspiring experience to the community.” She also support the children they Academy, a free summer on the age range between because all these beautiful hopes to expand the camp to serve and teach in Haiti. and after-school program 8 and 12, it also offers ESL people had a story to tell include her father’s hometown To learn more about ETE that helps students prepare classes that include the com- and had a lot of hope and in the program’s fifth year. Camp or donate online, visit for competitive high schools. munity’s adults. Shaina also aspirations,” Gabriella said. “I’m pretty sure I can speak http://etecamp.blogspot.com, After graduating from the launched alumni classes in the “They are all eager to learn for [Shaina] that we definitely call (617-913-3282), or email program, she attended Boston afternoon so former students and come early in the morning identify strongly as Haitian- ([email protected]).
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