VOL. 113 - NO. 51 , , DECEMBER 18, 2009 $.30 A COPY Liberal Attacks on Two Advent Events in Preparation for Christmas Joe Lieberman Get Personal by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari by Jamie Weinstein Liberals are once again health care bill. Talk about engaging in their favorite personal. sport: Joe Lieberman bash- The Washington Post’s Ezra ing. Klein went even further by The Connecticut senator writing that Lieberman’s and former Democratic vice- motivation in opposing the presidential nominee first current Senate health care drew liberal ire for his vocal bill is nothing more than support of President George revenge against those liber- W. Bush’s surge in Iraq. Now, als who opposed him in Democrats are attacking his 2006 Senate campaign. him for pledging to stand Worse, Klein charges, Lieb- with Republicans in filibus- erman “seems to be willing tering the Senate health to cause the deaths of hun- care bill if it contains a dreds of thousands of people public option or a Medicare in order to settle an old elec- buy-in. toral score.” One influential liberal What slander. blogger, Jane Hamsher, is so Joe Lieberman is a states- enraged with Lieberman man senator. No matter how that she has asked the hard the left tries to tar Susan B. Komen Foundation Lieberman with unseemly to fire Lieberman’s wife, labels and accusations, they Hadassah, from her role as can’t erase the fact that international spokesperson Lieberman risked his politi- for the breast cancer fight- cal career by endorsing John ing charity. Hamsher has McCain for president. In so even implored celebrities doing, he provided all the associated with the organi- evidence we need that he is Saint Leonard Parish is the community for the cel- expressed both the spirit of zation to pressure the foun- a man who acts according to just one of thousands of ebration of the Birth of Jesus preparation that is Advent dation to can Hadassah be- his conscience. Catholic parishes scattered on Christmas Day. and the essence of celebra- cause of her husband’s throughout the United This year’s Saint Leonard tion meant to proclaim the position on the Senate (Continued on Page 13) States observing the season Parish annual Christmas birth of the Messiah of Advent with prayers and Concert entitled Advent/ events all meant to prepare Christmas Music beautifully (Continued on Page 6) News Briefs by Sal Giarratani Mayor’s Column Sober Christmas Party by Thomas M. Menino, Mayor, City of Boston The Recovery Outreach Community will is one of our city’s most a full hour in the middle of the diamond be hosting a Sober Christmas Party held at recognizable landmarks. On New Year’s where Dustin Pedroia and Marco St. Catherine’s in Charlestown at 12 noon on Sat- Day, as you probably know by now, the Scutaro will turn double plays in a few urday, December 19. This will be the 3rd annual homeruns and diving catches will be short months. Sober Christmas Party. For more information, see replaced by slap shots and kick saves In addition the free skates, the City Virgil at 781-727-9288 or Virgil70s.com. when the Bruins and local college rivals and the will Check Out On the Fly take the ice on the historic field. transform the parking lot at Brookline Tickets are tough to come by, but that Avenue and Yawkey Way into the 2010 “On the Fly” is the only sports radio show run doesn’t mean you can’t participate. I’m Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic Spec- by a 16-year-old. It runs every Tuesday from thrilled that Boston residents will be able tator Plaza. This free outdoor hockey 7-8 pm on ZUMIX radio 1630am and streaming to skate for free at Fenway on two days and entertainment festival will span two live on the web at ZUMIX.ORG. Call in live at — January 3rd and 10th — as part of the days — New Year’s Eve and New Year’s 617-568-9777 Ext. 12. City’s Inaugural celebrations. Day — and feature Bruins alumni, Contrada’s Own Killer Miller Here’s how it will work: This Satur- musical performances, interactive If you stop in at Contrada’s, you can see Phil day, December 19th, we’re giving away hockey-themed attractions, and a ticket “Killer” Miller’s boxing poster on the wall of fame. more than 3,000 tickets at Community giveaway for the Bruins-Flyers game. He’s a regular at the place. He fights out of the Centers across the city and at the Copley Other activities will make this a fun Coast Guard down the street at the base. He is Library through a partnership with Sun experience for everyone, regardless of 5-0-0 in the ring and a champion father outside Life Financial. Residents, who will be age. the ring. He and lovely Chassmin just had a baby asked to show proof of residency, can While Boston sports fans love the boy named London Philip. Keep punching Killer. pick up as many as four tickets from Bruins and all of our professional teams, Contrada’s is rooting for you. 9-11AM for access to free Fenway several of our college teams are among Happy Birthday Seth skating on either January 3rd or 10th. the best in the country. When Boston One of my many nephews, Seth Bennett from Tickets will indicate the date and time University and face off Revere just celebrated his 9th birthday with a big that you can skate at Fenway. on January 8th, the winners of the past party at the Salesian Boys & Girls Club of East Once you have a ticket, just show two national titles will renew their Boston. What a great place for a party. Lots of up to the Park on the designated date renowned rivalry in a park that’s no (Continued on Page 13) with a pair of skates. After lacing up, you’ll have the opportunity to skate for (Continued on Page 15)

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Time for a New Industrial Revolution On December 20th, the showed him some machin- VITRUM! Commonwealth of Massa- ery which he had purchased chusetts recognizes our tex- somewhere. Slater immedi- The stained glass treated now in the British Museum; for about a half mile. The tile heritage by honoring ately said the principle was in the last issues highlights it dates back to the sixteenth story goes on to relate that a Samuel Slater (1768-1835). wrong, discarded it, and then a French contribution to century B.C. Even the Egyp- ship belonging to some trad- “The governor shall annu- from his own mind started to ecclesiology. The Italians, tian tombs and mummy ers in natural soda put in ally issue a proclamation manufacturer machinery especially those of Renais- cases contained glass cups here and built a fire to pre- setting apart December on the Arkwright plan.” sance Italy, expended little and bottles in considerable pare their meal. Since, how- twentieth as Samuel Slater There you have it. Prohib- effort on stained glass com- numbers, and in some ever, no stones suitable for Day, in recognition of the ited by English law from pared to their work in other paintings (about 2300 B.C.) supporting their kettles beginning of America’s In- bringing to American any media, such as painting and the process of glass blowing were available they rested dustrial Revolution along the drawings or notes on how to sculpturing. The ancient is clearly depicted. them on lumps of soda from banks of the Blackstone build a textile mill, Slater, Egyptians were among the A story is told by one an- the cargo. When these River where Samuel Slater observed closely how English earliest contributors to the cient historian that the dis- lumps became heated, and established his first mill and machines were constructed glass culture or technology. covery of glass was quite by were completely mingled later relocated and estab- and committed the plans to The oldest specimen to be accident, and that the River with the sand on the beach, lished the town of Webster, memory! seen today is an opaque blue Belus in Phoenicia contains and in further recognition of There is another story, one Egyptian glass vase which is a sandy beach that stretches (Continued on Page 12) the contribution of countless that is all too familiar — that and women to is of the loss of jobs, not just America’s national great- in textiles, but all types of “MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY” ness, and recommending manufacturing jobs, in the that said day be observed in U.S. AT ST. JOHN SCHOOL an appropriate manner by The Democrats in Wash- the people.” ington are spending us into — Massachusetts General a hole that may take genera- Laws Chapter 6 Section tions to get out of. What do we 15PPP. have to show for it? Reports How we came to have a of jobs “created” or “saved” Massachusetts textile in- which, upon investigation, dustry is a story worthy of turn out to have widely in- spy-novel, for it was, liter- flated numbers or are just ally, the result of industrial thorough-going fictions. espionage. For a brief ver- What jobs have been created sion of how the textile indus- are nearly all in government, try was established in not the private sector. They America in 1790 I quote are jobs that do not create from the records of the 1925 wealth. Where are the Semi-Annual Meeting of manufacturing jobs that The National Association of make possible the middle Cotton Manufacturers — class that made America On Saturday December 5, The “Inner-city scholarship fund professionals team” headed “[In England] Mr. Slater great? If a Samuel Slater by Meghan Horan of the Catholic School Foundation came to St. John School, North was apprenticed to Jeddidiah showed up in America today End, Boston. The group volunteered to “Make a difference” and gave the school a Strutt, who worked with with a terrific new technol- deep cleaning, helping to sanitize the school from top to bottom. Sister Eileen Harvey, Richard Arkwright. When ogy that would put millions to principal said, “The volunteers are invaluable, their efforts help to keep the school in young Slater came to this work, would our elected offi- tip top condition”. The volunteers involved were: Meghan Horan, Mary Francis Horan, country, he did not bring any cials embrace him? Or would Patrick McDonough, Siobhan O’Connor, John McDonough, Melanie Opacki, Matthew plans, any models, any pat- they tax and regulate his in- Cohen, Casey Bass, Susie Salerno, Laura Favret, Jesica Signor, Pirel Curcio, not terns of any kind, on account novations out of business? pictured are William Tyner, and Alex Cook of the prohibition of the ex- David Trumbull is the chair- porting of cotton machinery man of the Boston Ward Three by Parliament. He sought fi- Republican Committee. Bos- nancial support, which he ton’s Ward Three includes the received from Moses Brown, North End, West End, part who was in need of mechani- of Beacon Hill, downtown, cal assistance ... Brown took waterfront, Chinatown, and Mark the Date! Slater out to Pawtucket and part of the South End. ’s Affordable Private Cemetery BostonBoston WaterWater aandnd SewerSewwerer Is Coming to Your Neighborhood Traditional Burial Plot (for 2) Starting at $1500

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Pamela Donnaruma, Publisher and Editor Mary Milano 5 Prince Street, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 617-227-8929 617-227-8928 FAX 617-227-5307 Matriarch of the Union Oyster House Passes Away e-mail: [email protected] Mary Milano was born on July 22, restaurant was reviled only by her Website: www.BostonPostGazette.com 1916 of immigrant parents, Antonio passion to travel. In the words of Subscriptions in the $30.00 yearly and Salvatese DiCorrado. Born on Mary, “To see the world is life’s Garden Court Street in Boston’s greatest pleasure.” She often Published weekly by North End, Mary was always returned to her parent’s Post-Gazette, 5 Prince St., P.O. Box 130135, proud to share the same birthday homeland of Italy as well as Boston, MA 02113 and birthplace as her role model, retreating to her winter haven USPS 1538 – Second-Class Postage paid at Boston, MA Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. For in Palm Beach, Florida. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Mary, education was foremost. At the ripe age of retirement, POST-GAZETTE - P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 Having a love for teaching, she Mary continued to don her James V. Donnaruma Caesar L. Donnaruma Phyllis F. Donnaruma attended Framingham State signature business suit and take 1896 to 1953 1953 to 1971 1971 to 1990 Teachers College. But for Mary, her seat at her desk on 41 Union family business would be her true Street at the Union Oyster Vol. 113 - No. 51 Friday, December 18, 2009 calling. From the young age of House. Up until her passing at 93 sixteen, Mary began working side years young, Mary could be found by side with her father at DiCorrado’s sitting there from nine to five, seven Jewelers. Opened in 1912, this was the days a week (except family holidays), Christmas Prayer first jewelry store in Boston’s North End. greeting customers from around the world and Later, Mary would join her son, daughter, and from all walks of life. Mary welcomed the loyal by Vita Orlando Sinopoli husband in running yet another first and family patrons and staff of the Union Oyster House business, the Ye Olde Union Oyster House. into her home away from home and into her Christmas Day is here again, Opened in 1826, the Union Oyster House is heart. She loved each and every one of them Santa’s on his way. America’s Oldest Restaurant. and they loved her in return. Many hearts will be so sad At DiCorrado’s Jewelers, Mary proudly served Mary loved to share stories about the as buyer, seller, and bookkeeper for over 25 restaurant and humble lessons of how hard On that Sacred Day. years. For Mary this would prove to be valuable work makes you a better person. Her life was experience for her later role as the matriarch of a testament to those ideals. Although her desk Our church bells will ring, the Union Oyster House. Mary was a gifted next to the trademark Oyster Bar that she sat And our hearts should sing business woman with a shrewd eye for detail. at for almost 40 years now sits empty, her spirit Yet tears will fall in rhythm of Always mindful of the importance of hard work lives on. and excellent service, she also managed several She is survived by her daughter Mary Ann Those beautiful hymns. real estate properties. As a landlord, Mary’s sole Milano Picardi and her husband Angelo Picardi focus was to remain loyal to her valued tenants. of Boston and son Joseph A. Milano, Jr. and Soon Santa will drop In 1941, Mary married Joseph Milano, Sr., a his wife Jill Milano of Lynnfield. She is also Through our chimney top civil engineer. After having given birth to survived by her grandchildren, Liesa, Kristen, So many toys for girls and boys a daughter, Mary Ann, and a son, Joseph Joya, Kimberly & Michael and nine great-grand- Milano, Jr., the couple moved to Medford to children. While mothers’ sit and pray. raise their family. In 1970, the Milano family Funeral from the Dello Russo Funeral Home, purchased the Union Oyster House. After the on Thursday, December 17 and Mass from St. “Dear Lord, whose birthday is today death of her husband and soul mate in 1977, Joseph Church in Medford on Friday, please have those far away Mary took a more active role in running the December 18. Entombment in the family Successfully fill their wondrous tasks restaurant. For close to 40 years, Mary worked mausoleum in Oak Grove Cemetery. side by side with her daughter and son to instill Memorial donatons may be sent to St. So they’ll come home to stay.” family values to this family business. Anthony’s Shrine, 100 Arch Street, Boston, Whether you called her Mrs. Milano, Mrs. Massachusetts. Then next year we’ll join in M, or Mary, at the Union Oyster House she The Post-Gazette offers our sincere and though with tears we’ll sing, was everyone’s Mother. Her love for the condolences to the Milano Family. They’ll be tears of happiness IF bells of PEACE will ring!” Christmas Time in the North End Marion D. (Ribaudo) Alfe MAY SHE REST IN PEACE Marion D. (Ribaudo) Alfe, of the North End of Boston passed away on December 11, 2009. She is the beloved wife of the late John Alfe and loving mother of Gracemarie and her husband Francis LeBlanc of Watertown, Francis and his wife Rosemarie (Corrao) Alfe of Medford and Jeannette Alfe of Boston. Also survived by five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Mass was held at Sacred Heart Church in Boston’s North End on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 following interment at St. Michael’s Cemetery, in Roslindale, Massachusetts. Arrangements were from the Cincotti Funeral Home in Medford. Contributions in Marion’s memory may be made to St. Leonard’s Church, 14 North Bennett Street, Boston, MA 02113.

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Job openings as Time Warner spun off the Giarratani lived in East Bos- Petruccelli and Representa- tory jobs probably will not re- fell by 80,000 in October to stock in order to focus more ton, the Sumner Tunnel was tive Carlo Basile for trying to turn. Men have been hit 2.5 million Labor Depart- on its core entertainment still on blueprint paper. Even bring the USS Kennedy to hard in this recession as ment reported. business. Time Warner got though, I just arrived, I’ve East Boston. It is time for jobs in this male dominated With more than 15 million 1 share of AOL for every 11 been writing for and about all of East Boston to come to- construction and manufac- people out of work analysts shares of the parent com- East Boston going back to gether as one to bring his- turing fields have evapo- say it could take several pany, they owned. Many the old East Boston Regional tory to East Boston. When rated, many of them for good. years for the jobless rate to Time Warner stakeholders Review over on Bremen Quincy took the USS Salem The unemployment rate for get back to 5-6% especially viewed AOL as a piece that Street and the East Boston from Philadelphia it was men ages 25-55 is @ 10% in if the recovery is sluggish. didn’t’ fit in their portfolios. Times when it was run by the greeting by cheering crowds November, according to the President Obama this week The shares debuted at $27/ Tarbi family. One of East at the old Quincy Shipyard. Labor Department. The job- outlines plans to boost hir- share and is now seeking Boston’s all-time newspaper Money was raised to move less rate for women in that ing via additional spending @$24. AOL’s plan to morph writers was John Camplese, it to Massachusetts and age group is 7.6% both up on infrastructure, subsidies from a provider of low cost a dear friend of mine for money needs to be raised to from 4% last year. Some of to weatherize homes and services into a web site fea- years. Since 1983, I’ve been move the Kennedy back to their jobs will come back as capital gains tax cuts for turing original contact ser- a writer in the Post-Gazette. the Kennedy’s family first the economy rebounds, but small businesses. It’s gong vices. It’s not surprising that I love the idea of East Bos- home. Now is the time to not enough to absorb the to take a long time for un- the stock has languished ton adding the USS Kennedy prepare for the ship, finding bulk of those who have employment to get back to since its opening as those to the local landscape. a site and raising the cash taken off the payrolls. Manu- 5%. Unemployment can who got it in the spin off don’t I think it is a super idea through a public-private facturing has been on a make people cynical, as you understand it. These little and will increase tourism partnership. In the end the downward trend for a long can’t pay your mortgage spin off shares meant little and tourist dollars into the City of Boston will benefit as time, and its expected to without a job, and consum- to its shareholders and they local community. I was liv- well as the East Boston turn around quickly. Con- ers will cut back consumer sold them ASAP. In the early ing in Quincy when the City economy. And its the right struction and factory work- spending which accounts for 1990’s, AOL had e-mail and of Quincy and the private thing to do. ers need to retrain to take 70% of economic activity. bought Time Warner near its sector worked together to get When Jack Kennedy was jobs in growing sectors, such The stock market portrait top price for $164 billion, but the USS Salem to the old running for president, I was as healthcare, computer gains on Thursday last it was a cultural clash and Quincy Shipyard. Today, the 12 years old. Back in 1958, technology and business ser- week but it was more the AOL nose dived. Many inves- ship a part of Quincy and my father took the family to vices economists say. Older same. The NASDAQ bumped tors are not convinced that being used for various the Columbus Day Parade in unskilled workers, might against the 2000 level again AOL can turn it around and events and has helped the East Boston. We would take retire early or never get for the 4th time recently. The be a success again. Their local economy. the train to Maverick Sta- back into the work force. US dollar was weak, which success is uncertain. AOL The USS Kennedy is a tion and walk up to the curve There has been a narrowing helped reports. Gold rose would be a competitor for much more known ship and where the parade turned by out of jobs. The need to get slightly and oil was flat. Google, Yahoo and Microsoft. can surely attract more tour- the East Boston Savings skills that are more relevant Starbucks cleared a high ists across the harbor to East Bank. That year I was 10 to giving to home rather point as did Guess which It’s time to call your Boston. There is no reason years old when I saw than what we had. The leapt $4 in a huge trade. The financial advisor or call me that tourists who go to Kennedy in person for the jobless rate for college University of Michigan con- at 617-261-7777. Charlestown to visit Old first time. He was running Ironsides wouldn’t also for re-election to his Senate want to go aboard the USS seat but probably thinking nd Kennedy. Charlestown’s lo- 1960 too. I remember my fa- The 2 Annual Santa Skate & Toy Drive a Success cal economy is boosted by ther telling me about the Navy Yard with the USS Kennedy’s East Boston roots Constitution and the USS when the neighborhood was Cassin Young docked there. Irish in the 19th century. I can see ferry service be- With the USS Kennedy in tween Charlestown and East Boston, those roots can East Boston connecting the now be shared with America.

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The Giunta family 9th annual Christmas When family members look around at the party was held in West Roxbury this year. annual party attendees, they find it hard to The Giunta’s were from Saint Phillip’s believe that this started with just two peas- Parish in Roxbury. Attendance for the ants emigrating from Sicily. Now, not only Christmas party runs anywhere from 80 at Christmas but on many other occasions, people to last year’s largest attendance of we come together, “La Famiglia” (the fam- 120 people. ily), to pass on the understanding of who we The Giunta family immigrated to the are and where we came from, to get to know United States to after a devastating earth- each other and the special relation that quake struck southern Europe in Decem- binds them. They also come together to pass ber 1908, Giuseppe and Stefana Giunta, on the gift of extended family, traditions and along with their son Joseph. Eventually five values that have been passed down now to more children were born, Grace, Catherine, six generations. Tony, Johnny and Michael. Cent’anni! St. Agrippina’s 15th Annual Christmas Program Congratulations St. Agrippina’s membership held its 15th annual Christmas Program for North End children on to the Proud Parents Sunday December 13th. The program once again, was a huge success! Santa Claus arrived at St. Agrippina’s Chapel via fire engine. There were many families anxiously waiting for his arrival, while holiday music played. Santa Claus took an individual picture with the children, gave them an age appropriate gift, a balloon, and a gift bag filled with school supplies and candy treats for over 125 children. Santa’s friend, Batman, made special guest appearances. Furthermore, the Cheerleaders made a special visit to the program and added plenty of smiles and good wishes to the families of the North End. A very merry good time was had by everyone that attended. Santa and Nick Mustacchio (Continued on Page 15)

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• Two Advent Events (Continued from Page 1) The Annual Saint Leonard Dr Ottavio Nardone opened cordial invitation to all Parish Christmas Concert the concert by dedicating it present to attend the parish ALL THAT ZAZZ that took place on Sunday, to the parishioners of Saint Christmas party. by Mary N. DiZazzo December 13, perfectly cap- Leonard Parish and in The annual parish Christ- tured the spirit of the sea- memory of our Mom, Mary mas party took place at Saint son. The concert and party Molinari who was a constant John hall, adjacent to Sa- The Week Before Christmas that followed, have quickly presence at the concerts cred Heart Church. Concert Ciao bella, IN THE BEAUTY SALON from their inception. goers were treated to sand- become a parish tradition I would like to wish all my readers and my comrades at and one of the most antici- The performance featured wiches, pizza and cookies the Post-Gazette Buon Natale. May God bless you all in the pated events of the Christ- many Church hymns of the generously donated by Bova New Year. season and the beautiful Pie’ Bakery, Galleria Umberto mas Season in the North Please enjoy this poem as it is a parody and can be read End. As in the past, the con- Jesu’, sung to perfection. The and J. Pace & Son. like “A Visit from Saint Nicholas.” Christmas in its beauty concert ended predictably Plans are already in mo- cert now in its fifth season is the season to make time for people. People you don’t even and delightfully with the Ital- tion for next year’s Christ- took place in the magnifi- know. Make time. cent setting of Sacred ian folk Christmas carol “Tu mas concert and the con- Heart’s upper church, on Scendi dalle Stelle “at 7:30. tinuation of a lovely commu- ‘Twas The Week Before Christmas when all through the salon December 13th, coinciden- The highlight of the evening nity event. The scissors were clicking; the mad rush was on. tally, Saint Lucy’s feast day. was a tribute to Saint Lucy There are many ways to The hairdressers were busy primping the coifs; Performing at the concert in recognition of her feast prepare for Advent and Perm odor, tinting, hair spray — what cough? were Saint Leonard English day. A crown of tiny electric Christmas and one of the The nail-techs stayed sitting; painting their art, and Italian choirs accompa- candles was worn by a most delightful took place in And the patrons were in and out like a dart. nied by Saint John School member of Saint John Choir. our parish on December 6th The receptionist was praying for the end of the day, children’s choir all under the She processed down the cen- when parents and volun- While just out the window she noticed a sleigh. direction of Kevin Galie’, ter aisle of the darkened teers came together in And in walked a lady all covered in flour; Music Director for Saint church with members of Saint Leonard hall to create She said she’d been baking for hours and hours. Leonard Parish. Mr. Galie’ Saint Lucy’s Society accom- a wonderful day of entertain- “I’ve seen to the children, but what of myself? who works with the Teatro del panying her lighting candles ment and religious obser- “My husband’s been busy and couldn’t spare an elf. Opera of Rome and has re- of concert goers who in turn vance for 32 children; the “My nails are all broken; my hair feels like glue; orchestrated Russian Ballets passed the flame to their event was entitled “A Day of “I there is someone who can make me feel new.” for the Arena di Verona neighbor until the church Preparation for Advent”. With that gleam in her eye it was hard to say “no”— and the Teatro Colon of was ablaze in candle light. The day began with a talk Mary volunteered for the job—ho, ho, ho! Buenos Aires, arranged and The concert ended with a by Father Thomas Walsh on Shampoo, shampoo, how do you do? played many of the hymns hearty thank you to the the meaning of Advent. The Rollers and gel — need the dryer too. performed at the concert. concert goers from Father children than took part in With a trick of her brush she was coiffed in a flash; Mr. Galie’ was accompanied Antonio Nardoianni, O.F.M., an art and craft project in Manicured, painted, and dried in a dash. by Robert Byrd who is Cura- Pastor, of Saint Leonard Par- which they made Christmas Her nails were all shiny — painted “jungle-red.” tor of Saint Leonard Pipe Or- ish, for making this year’s ornaments and an Advent The smile on her face left nothing unsaid. gan and assistant organist. concert the most successful wreath. The ornaments will As she waved us good-bye, Merry Christmas to all, The concert began to date. He then extended a be hung by the children on Everyone stopped to see the great haul. promptly at 6:00 pm with a Saint Leonard’s Christmas While out the window we all began to peer peal of Sacred Heart’s bells. tree. At a giant sleigh and eight strong reindeer! 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Their most recent endeavor was the Donne 2000 Breast Cancer Walk Christmas Party where a team of woman walked to raise money for th the “cure”. Saturday, December 19 12 - 3pm Cookbooks are on sale now. Proceeds will benefit Take Pictures with Santa • Free Treats for all Children the Donne 2000 scholarship fund and other charitable events. For more information, please contact Doreen Soup Sampler with home baked bread for adults • Outdoor Event Giammarco at 617-742-0226 or [email protected]. POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009 Page 7 Danilchuck Takes Top Prize in 4th Annual Holiday Window Contest Freeway Says ...

You can email your questions to [email protected] to the attention of Freeway. Don’t forget folks, Freeway is not a vet, so please keep the questions light-hearted! Thanks. Border Street. This was my first time in the building and it was doggie heaven! It’s so big and artsy. It’s lo- cated right on the water and you have a won- derful view. I surprised Jerry Garcia and Fran one day and there was so much going on! Preparations were underway for an art- Jerry Garcia and Fran Rowen ist reception featuring Carmen Sasso’s work, the Squeezbox Stompers were per- Lately I’ve been visiting my pooch friends forming on Friday night and I got sneak in other neighborhoods of Boston. It’s funny peak of Dr. Youxin Yang, Ph.D. art which the great things you discover just outside debut on Saturday, December 5, 2009. the tunnel for example. Recently I visited So Fran took me and my human compan- my pooch friend Jerry Garcia over in East ion on a tour of the building. We met some Boston. My human companion bundled me artists and finally took a breather in the up and we took the T over. Just one stop cultural room, as you can see in photo, Jerry from Aquarium Station on the Blue Line to snuggling with his human companion Maverick Station. Wow! My how Maverick Fran. Imagine the wonderful things you can Square has changed. There is a new T sta- discover in other neighborhoods of Boston. tion, very modern looking. The traffic flows I hope my human companion takes me on nicely and what a view of Boston from that more adventures in Boston this Christmas Danilchuck Auto Body window display takes first place side! I often heard my colleague Sal Season. I love checking out the diversity in th in the 4 Annual Window Contest. Giarratani talk about East Boston but never our wonderful city and experiencing new East Boston Main Streets and the East Boston Chamber really got a chance to visit as this little pooch things just within our reach. Wow, what a of Commerce are proud to announce that Danilchuck Auto has a very busy schedule. It was only a 5 fun day it was for me and Jerry Garcia. One Body at 73 Addison Street has won top honors in the Fourth minute train ride or a 10 minute drive from thing is for sure; my friend Jerry got a Annual Holiday Window Contest. The next four runners up the North End. good eye on Fran. He sticks by her side all are Images by Kahn & Murray at 6 Bremen Street, The Off we go with my human companion to day long at the Gallery and makes sure she Elder Service Plan at 225 Sumner Street, Balloon City at visit my pooch friend Jerry Garcia at 80 is safe and sound. Stop by and visit Fran 995 Bennington Street and Al’s Shoe Store at 225 Border Border Street, Atlantic Works building. His and Jerry, they are the most gracious Street. Honorable mentions go to East Boston Diamond and human companion is very well known in hosts! Oh one more thing … I think I’ll stick Gold, Spinelli’s, La Chiva, Tello’s, Fashion Flowers, Merid- East Boston, her name is Fran Rowen. Fran to writing… I tried painting and, oh well … ian Food market, Oxygen, First Class Salon, Burbugos Laun- has been very involved in East Boston ac- it looks like writing is my thing! dry, Boston Check Cashiers and Maverick Family Dental. tivities and most of the community efforts Check out 80 Border Street, Atlantic East Boston Main Streets and the East Boston Chamber launched in Eastie. One of her latest en- Works at www.altanticworks.org. for more of Commerce would like to thank all businesses who have deavors is running the art studios at 80 information. participated and have helped to brighten up the business districts in East Boston. East Boston Chamber Works with Boston Transportation to Address Concerns of Businesses Two months ago, the Chamber invited Commis- sioner Tinlin to take part in a walking tour of the neighborhood’s business districts; he welcomed the opportunity. Several BTD representatives led by Com- missioner Tinlin, along with Chamber President Angelo Vigliotta, Jr., Chamber di- Balloon City placed as a runner up in the 4th Annual rector John Dudley, East Window Contest. Boston Main Street director Clark Moulaison, and Janet Knott from the Office of Councilor LaMattina, took to each of the four major East Boston business districts — LUCIA Central, Day, Maverick, and Orient Heights Squares. R I S T O R A N T E & B A R Commissioner Thomas Tinlin and staff join Chamber The group made stops at Traditional members and representatives from Councilor Sal several merchants in each LaMattina’s office and East Boston Main Streets in Day Italian Cuisine Square. (Continued on Page 15) The East Boston Chamber Donato Frattaroli of Commerce first informed City Councilor Sal LaMat- INCOME TAX PREPARATION 415 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113 tina, Chairperson of the Council’s Transportation • Financial Services 617.367.2353 Committee, in mid-2008 of • Professional Tax Consultant the large volume of neighbor- • Personal & Business — Open for Lunch and Dinner Daily — hood parking issues being logged by the Chamber from • Year Round Service Private dining rooms for any occasion local business owners. Working with Councilor M.P. & CO. TAX & FINANCIAL SERVICES [email protected] LaMattina and Boston GRACE PREVITE MAGOON, EA www.luciaboston.com Transportation Department (BTD) Commissioner Tho- mas Tinlin, the Chamber 617-569-0175 hosted a forum in early 2009 at Maverick Landing, where 146 Maverick Street, East Boston, MA 02128 WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM business owners shared their stories and expressed ESTABLISHED IN 1938 e-mail: [email protected] their concerns. Page 8 POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009 North End Athletic Association’s 39th Annual Christmas Parade

Everyone anxiously awaits Santa

The NEAA sponsored the 39th Annual Christmas Pa- rade on Sunday, December 13, 2009. Santa Claus ar- rived by helicopter at the North End Park, the parade commenced there and No snow, so Santa had to arrive in a Helicoptor. weaved through the streets of the North End. Special guests included, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Wally the Green Monster, the Boston Celtics Cheerleaders and more. Photos by Ross Photographer

Greeting Santa Robert “Ted” Tomasone, Cathy Carangelo, Louie Cavagnaro, GiGi Cappozzi, City Coucillor Sal LaMattina, Mickey Mouse (Dom Campochiaro) State Representative Aaron Michlewitz.

Santa’s Helpers

Wally the Green Monster

Lenore Tomasone with Santa and Grand- son Samuel

Christmas is all about Children ...... and so are the Shriner’s!

Charlie Vozella, Albie Maniscalco, Richie Longo, Ted Tomasone, GiGi Cappozzi, Sherman Saltmarsh, Pat Merola, Vito Alvia and Billy Grassia POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009 Page 9 The Socially Set by Hilda M. Morrill

Boston Lyric Opera’s “The Century Gala” co-chairs Miguel and Suki de Braganca, left, with Boston Symphony Orchestra Pops conductor Keith Lockhart (he conducted the BLO’s recent production of “Carmen”) and Emiley BLO Board of Directors chairman Wayne “The Century Gala” co-chairs Lee and Zalesky Lockhart at The Four Seasons. Davis and Ann Davis at “The Century Cokie Perry. (Photo by Roger Farrington) Gala.” (Photo by Roger Farrington) (Photo by Roger Farrington) Boston Lyric Opera’s re- Among the guests were 1000 artists in 200 exhibi- members of the family. In Lisa Hughes at Copley cent “The Century Gala,” Linda Cabot Black; Tom & tions and performances in addition to face painting Square. commemorated the 100th Jody Gill; Keith & Emiley over 35 locations throughout and crafts workshops, there All First Night outdoor anniversary of the opening Zalesky Lockhart; Mark Boston. will be puppet shows, music, events are free, though sup- of the original Boston Opera Volpe, Managing Director of Following are some of the comedians, jugglers, stunts ported by sales of the First House on Huntington the BSO; Michael Maso, highlights of this year’s fes- and more. Don’t miss Night button (artwork by Avenue, which took place on Managing Director of the tival. A complete schedule, ImprovBoston Kids Comedy, Ekua Holmes), which is the November 8, 1909. The Huntington Theatre Com- including times and exact geared toward kids 8-12, or ticket for admission to all building was demolished pany; and Frederick locations, can be found at original songs from well- indoor events. Buttons are 1958. Ilchman, Curator of Euro- www.firstnight.org. known Boston folkie Ellis available at Boston-area The festive gala, attended pean Art, MFA – to name a First Night partners with Paul and The Guthrie Fam- Shaw’s and Star Markets, by 200 guests in vintage at- very few. Berklee College of Music and ily Show, featuring the de- Tedeschi’s, Store 24, Au Bon tire and black tie, was held Ron Della Chiesa of WGBH WGBH 89.7 FM at the scendants and legacy of Pain and dozens of other at The Four Seasons and and Russell Patterson, Con- Berklee Performance Cen- Woodie Guthrie. The Down- locations. toasted the artistry, legacy ductor Laureate of Lyric Op- ter to present a special show side Up Circus combines a For a complete list of and future of opera in Bos- era of Kansas City, were the with Berklee alumna Anat shared love of circus arts sale locations or to buy ton. It was a lavish, multi- evening’s narrators. Among Cohen, to be broadcast live with a commitment to social buttons online, visit media theatrical celebration the performers were JoAnne in Boston on 89.7 and across change to come up with a www.firstnight.org. Buttons that featured leading artists Walton Dickinson, and sing- the country as part of NPR’s show that’s fun for the whole are available at a special web from the 2009-2010 Season. ers from BLO’s upcoming pro- annual New Year’s Eve family. Local rockers Cul de price through December 26. Proceeds exceeded expec- ductions of “Ariadne auf broadcast “Toast of the Na- Sac will provide live music ……. Just in time for the tations by approximately Naxos” and “Idomeneo.” tion.” Idiomatically conver- to films geared toward kids. holidays the North American $22,000 for a total of ……. “First Night Boston” is sant with modern and tradi- Neighborhood children also tour of “The 101 Dalmatians $280,000, which is geared the country’s oldest and larg- tional jazz, classical music, perform, with First Night Musical,” one of the world’s for BLO’s education and com- est New Year’s arts celebra- Brazilian choro, Argentine Drum Central, and Chu Ling greatest classic tales, comes munity programs. tion. On December 31, from tango, and an expansive Dance Academy’s traditional to Boston for a limited en- Gala Co-Chairs were 1 p.m. to midnight, First timeline of Afro-Cuban and contemporary Chinese gagement December 23–27 Miguel & Suki de Bragança Night presents a day-long styles, Tel Aviv-born Cohen dance. at the Citi Performing Arts of Beacon Hill and Lee & festival of art, music, dance, has established herself as In addition to these and Center . Cokie Perry of Brookline. ice sculpture, fireworks and one of the primary voices of other great events, First Broadway leading lady and Committee members in- much more. her generation on both the Night will also feature Japa- Drama Desk Award winner cluded Dorothy & David First Night is an alcohol- tenor saxophone and clari- nese Anime; films of the Rachel York stars in the role Arnold, Jane & Steven Akin, free event that welcomes net. Roxbury Film Festival; three of the villainous Cruella de Ted & Joan Cutler, JoAnne revelers of all ages to cel- Many Boston bands will be ice sculptures; The Metro Vil. Based on the beloved Walton Dickinson, Horace ebrate community and unity performing at various loca- Boston First Night Grand Irvine II, and Frank through the arts. First Night tions throughout the city: Procession; the Boston Fam- (Continued on Page 10) Wisneski & Lynn Dale. 2010 will feature more than The Neats reunite in sup- ily Fireworks presented by port of the recent reissue of Mayor Menino and The DIAMONDS their early recordings on Mugar Foundation; the tra- ROLEX Neats 1981-84, and play at ditional midnight fireworks ESTATE JEWELRY the Orpheum along with over Boston Harbor spon- Bought & Sold Buffalo Tom and The Lyres. sored by Cape Dairy; and a Jewelers Exch. Bldg. The Parkman Bandstand midnight countdown with features Jordan Valentine WBZ-TV’s Jack Williams and Jim (617) 263-7766 and the Sunday Saints, with The Fatal Flaw. Jenny Dee and the Deelinquents bring their girl group sound to The Park Plaza. The Painted Mattéo Gallo Lights, Walter Sickert and the Army of Broken Toys and Cirkestra play at the Hynes, o Appraisals and Emmanuel Church fea- tures Drew O’Doherty, Sales & Rentals Kristin Hersh and Chris Brokaw and Geoff Farina per- • forming pre-WWII country Real Estate “The 101 Dalmatians Musical,” complete with adorable blues. well behaved doggies, comes to Boston for a limited The FedEx Family Festival holiday engagement December 23–27 at the Citi at the Hynes Convention 376 North Street • Boston, MA 02113 Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre. Center features entertain- (617) 523-2100 • Fax (617) 523-3530 (Photo by Joan Marcus) ment and activities for all Page 10 POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009 Bob D ’s B eat by Bob DeCristoforo CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK girls hoop Fenway defeated Charlestown 49-17. On the ice Eastie won two games defeating Lowell Catholic 6-3 and shut- ting out Snowden 7-0. The Boston Latin ANGELS & DEMONS tense, uncensored and to- girls defeated Chelmsford 4-2. Jackie (2- Disc Blu-ray) tally real! (1 hr. 25 mins.). Delmuto from East Boston plays for Boston Extended Edition : Latin, and the Latin Academy girls won their Sony Pictures Home Ent. VOLUME 7 1952-1954 season opener defeating Archbishop Will- The Da Vinci Code team of (2-DVD) iams 4-1. BC High won, stopping Acton Oscar Winners Tom Hanks Sony Pictures Home Ent. Boxboro 3-1. St. Clement shutout Nashoba and Director Ron Howard 22 digitally remastered 2-0. Sunday I attended the Boston Latin reunite for the box office shorts that continue The game, the Latin Academy game, and the smash Angels & Demons. In Stooges legacy with the re- East Boston-Snowdon game, all three played Howard’s thrilling follow-up turn of the original Stooge, at the recently renovated , to The Da Vinci Code, expert Shemp. Included in this vol- home of the and symbologist Robert Langdon ume are such classics as the home to many schoolboys and girls hockey (Hanks) follows ancient clues Stooges’ 3D shorts: Spooks games for many years. Even more good on a heart-racing hunt and Pardon My Backfire, pre- news, French fries are back on the menu through Rome to find the four sented for the first time in at Matthew, the former Boston Arena! Cardinals kidnapped by the both 3D and 2D, as well as COLLEGE BOARD deadly secret society, the Shot in the Frontier, a parody College Hockey is into its Christmas Illuminati. With the Cardi- of the classic film High Noon. break. Good news for BU, who were defeated nals’ lives on the line, and Volume Seven continues Sony by RPI 5-3 dropping the defending NCAA D1 the Camerlengo (Ewan Pictures Home Entertain- Champs to 4-9-3 overall and just 2-7-2 in McGregor) desperate for help, ment’s long-running tribute play. UNH goes into the break Langdon embarks on a non- to the comedic mastery of atop Hockey East. The Wildcats defeated stop, action-packed race the Stooges. 3D glasses are Vermont 5-2, and Providence 4-3. BC won through sealed crypts, dan- included with this hilarious two tipping Harvard 3-2 on Jimmy Hayes OT gerous catacombs, and the video set! (5 hrs.56 mins.). , and dropping Providence 3-1 Lowell most secretive vault on FAR CRY (DVD) split a pair with Princeton 4-1 (W), and 3-2 Earth! The Blu-ray Disc Vivendi Ent. (Lost). UMASS topped Merrimack 4-1. Ver- version is BD-Live enabled, Jack Carver (Til Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Plaza mont shutout St Lawrence 3-0. Much im- allowing users to get con- Schweiger), a retired Special Nine out of the past 10 years North End proved Maine defeated Northeastern 5-1. nected and go beyond the disc Forces officer escorts star Against Drugs has held its Annual Christ- STANDINGS BY POINTS: UNH 18, BC via an Internet-connected journalist Valerie (Emman- mas in Day Trip. 2009 was 16,Maine 15, UMASS 12, Lowell 11, Vermont Blu-ray player. (2 hrs. uelle Vaugier) who’s on the no different, and this past Saturday, Decem- 10,Northeastern 9, Merrimack 8, BU 6, 26 mins.). trail of a story on a mysteri- ber 12th, we did it again. Our Family trip has Providence Tommy DeRosa and his Tufts RUSH — ous island off the Pacific become a Christmas Tradition and this year Jumbos defeated Connecticut College 3-2 WORKING MEN (DVD) Northwest. Upon docking in addition to our North End Families and in overtime. Leading team scorer DeRosa Anthem-Zoe-Rounder they are attacked and pur- our Charlestown friends, we had a visitor had a goal, but it was Lindsay Walker, who Working Men features live sued by a squad of mercenar- from Southie and Cambridge join us. One got it done in overtime. Tufts is 5-2-1 over- recordings of the band’s ies employed by scientist, Dr. long-time guest has described it the best. all. On the basketball court Harvard defeated ‘Best of Live’ compilation, as Krieger (Udo Kier). In their “Every year I go, I go to the same places and host Boston College 74-67 for the second well as one previously attempt to escape they un- take the same pictures, but there is no place year in a row. Go Harvard! Big time college unreleased track, “One Little cover Dr. Krieger’s secret lab like Christmas in New York City. I love it. basketball comes to the TD Garden this Victory.” The renowned rock and unleash the genetically I love it too. I made my usual stops to Ground Saturday, Dec 19, when UMass host Mem- trio Rush, featuring Geddy engineered beasts that he’s Zero, the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller phis at 6pm. Lee, bass guitar, keyboards created. Director Uwe Boll’s Center and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. All three TIDBITS and vocals; , gui- action-packed thriller has remind me of what Christmas is all about, tar and vocals; and Jack battling to get himself Family, Friends, Caring, Sharing, and the on drums, is considered one and Valerie off this deadly Birthday of a Child. I love Christmas. Next’s of the most inventive and island. (1 hr. 35 mins.). year, our 10th Anniversary Trip will take compelling groups in rock MARTY BALIN — place on Saturday, December 11, 2010! history. The dozen songs on LIVE AT THE BOSTON ST. LEONARD’S PARISH this exciting performance in- ESPLANADE, JUNE 14, CHRISTMAS CONCERT cludes, “Limelight,” “Free- 2008 (DVD) Only one word to describe Sunday’s De- will,” “Far Cry” and “Tom MVDvisual cember 13th St. Leonard’s Parish Christmas Sawyer” from 2008’s Snakes Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Concert ... magnificent! The addition of the & Arrows DVD. “The Spirit of Marty Balin, formerly of The St. John’s School Children Choir to the Radio,” “,” “Subdi- Jefferson Airplane and The already beautiful St. Leonard’s Italian and visions,” the previously Jefferson Starship, is one of English Adult Choir made it what it always Ralph Z Umberto DeMarco unreleased “One Little Vic- the key personalities of the should be a complete Parish Christmas - Birthday Best to Patte Papa tory,” and “” are San Franciscan sound that Concert. Here at the beautiful Sacred Heart - Celeb Sightings: Barbara Maldero ‘serv- from 2005’s R30 DVD. While also launched The Grateful Upper Church we saw and heard the present ing’ at the St. Leonard’s Parish Christmas “2112,” “,” Dead, Quicksilver Messen- and the future of our Parish Choir to- Party, hard working Ricky Puopolo prepar- and “YYZ,” are culled from the ger Service, Steve Miller gether for the first time. It was MAGNIFI- ing for a shift at Damian’s, Father Dominic 2003 DVD. You Band and Janis Joplin. Re- CENT. Congratulations to all those, at the St. Leonard’s Christmas Concert, won’t find any harder work- corded on June 14, 2008 here who made our Christmas season even Umberto DeMarco at his new Caffe Graffiti, ing men in rock! at Boston’s beautiful Hatch brighter. and Ralph Z of Pinocchio Pizzeria Harvard KOBE DOIN’ WORK (DVD) Shell. This solo DVD from HIGH SCHOOL PREP NOTEBOOK Square fame. ESPN & Disney Home Ent. Balin features “Volunteers,” The winter season has begun! In City hoop - CYO Basketball has returned to the Director Spike Lee calls the “3/5ths of a Mile in Ten Sec- action Eastie won their first game defeat- Nazzaro Center. Go Knights! shots as he takes you up- onds,” “White Rabbit,” “Some- ing Southie 71-64, and made it two in a row Good Christmas gifts ...’ Then Belichick close-and-personal with Kobe body to Love” with Didi defeating non-league Lawrence 79-71. said to Brady ...’ by Jim Donaldson, and ‘To- Bryant, the NBA’s Most Valu- Stewart on vocals), plus a ver- Madison Park dissed Latin Academy 79-26. tal Patriots: the Definitive Encyclopedia of able Player of 2008. Experi- sion of Balin singing the lat- New Mission defeated Burke 81-43. West the World Class Franchise’ by Bob Hyldburg. ence unlimited access as 30 ter song as a solo. Along with Roxbury whipped Dorchester 85-55. In - Just 7 Shopping Days till Christmas! cameras follow Kobe’s every “Today” and “Summer of move in one of the most im- Love,” as well as Balin’s portant matchups of the Starship hits “Miracles,” • The Socially Set (Continued from Page 9) 2007-08 season. Miked to “Count on Me,” “Runaway,” hear his every word, Kobe along with his 1980 solo hit book by Dodie Smith and led rock band Styx Dennis For groups of 10 or more, call puts his leadership skills to “Hearts,” and a cover of Bruce by an award-winning cre- DeYoung, “The 101 Dalma- 1-866-633-0194 or 617-532- the ultimate test as the Los Cockburn’s “If I Had a Rocket ative team including four- tians Musical” promises a 1116. Angeles Lakers take on the Launcher,” plus eight ‘Bonus time Tony Award winning quirky, upside-down view of You can also check out San Antonio Spurs for the Tracks’. This ultimate fan director Jerry Zaks (A Bronx the world as the actors per- www.the101dalmatians Western Conference title package features a rare 2008 Tale, Smokey Joe’s Café, form on stilts allowing the musical.com, which features lead. From locker room prep solo performance by founding Guys and Dolls), acclaimed audience to see life from a some really fun videos. and strategy talks to the dy- member of Jefferson Air- book writer/co-lyricist BT dog’s point of view. Enjoy! namic action of the big game plane with extended versions McNicholl (Billy Elliot, For tickets, and more in- (Be sure to visit Hilda itself. Kobe Doin’ Work is the of his hits, along with inter- Spamalot, The IT Girl), and formation, call 866-348-9738 NBA superstar as you’ve view footage and rehearsal co-founder of the legendary or visit www.Citicenter.org. Morrill’s gardening Web site, www.bostongardens.com. never seen him before: in- session. (2 hrs. 30 mins.). In addition to events covered The Italians are coming to Boston! and reported by the columnist, The Federal Trade Commission “The Socially Set” is compiled works for the consumer to prevent We need Italian speaking Boston tour guides. from various other sources We train. For more information, such as news and press re- fraud and deception. e-mail [email protected]. leases, PRNewswire services, Call 1-877-FTC-HELP or log on to www.ftc.gov. etc.) POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009 Page 11

Simpson, Dowland, Brade, Schopp, ment will be provided throughout the tery shards. For more information, call Orn & Borchgrevinck. evening by The Bob Nieske Group 866-745-1876. CANTATAS, SONATAS & MORAL featuring Phil Grenadier and popu- TALES – Saturday, February 13, 2010 lar vocalist Maggie Galloway. To add MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS NOW at 8:00 PM – Music by Telemann, to the celebration high above the city, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA Handel, Weiss, Beyer, Baron & Bach. the evening not only promises views HARRY CALLAHAN, AMERICAN PLAYING GRAND BALLET DUCOUR – Sat- of a Full Moon (weather permitting) PHOTOGRAPHER – Now through urday, April 17, 2010 at 8:00 PM. but a Blue Moon — which has only July 3, 2010. This exhibition features Works by Moulinie, Boesset, Mesan- occurred on New Year’s Eve one other intimate portraits, scenes of Urban geau, Guedron & du Caurroy. For time in the past 20 years! The event Life and the Natural Landscape. UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN more information call 617-776-0692. is a 21+ event and reservations are There are a collection of approxi- available by calling 6 1 7 - 5 3 6 - 1 7 7 5. mately 40 photographs that survey SYMPHONY HALL the major visual themes of this 301 Massachusetts Avenue EMMANUAL CHURCH BOSTON artist’s career. For more information, Boston, MA 15 Newbury Street, Boston, MA please call: 617-369-3445 or visit: HAYDN, C.P.E. BACH AND JOHN HOLLENBECK AND THE www.mfa.org. SCHUBERT - Thursday, January 7, CLAUDIA QUINTET - December 31, 2010 at 8:00 PM; Saturday, January 2009 with special guest Gary Versace INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY 9, 2010 at 8:00 PM and Tuesday, Janu- premiere new works from their Cham- ART ary 12, 2010 at 8:00 PM. Ton Koopman ber Music America’s 2009 New Jazz 100 Northern Ave., Boston, MA is the conductor for these evenings. Works Grant Commissioning and CHARLES LEDRAY – Now through Yo-Yo Ma, cellist will be performing. Ensemble Development program January, 2010. Often intimate in To purchase tickets, please call: 617- funded through the generosity of the scale, LeDray’s sculptures of clothing, 266-1200; TDD/TTY 617-638-9289 Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. toys and domestic objects are created and in other areas: 888-266-1200 or They’ll be performing as part of the by hand with extraordinary detail. For visit the BSO website at: www.bso.org First Night Celebration: December 31st more information call: “First Night” Event Set Times: 9:00 PM MOMENTUM 15: R.H. Quaytman - 9:45 PM , 10:15 PM - 11:00 PM (with – Now through March 28, 2010. This Special Events Trevor Dunn and Matt Mitchell) is a new series of paintings by this www.firstnight.org. Boston-born artist in her first solo museum exhibition. Her dazzling AT works incorporate silk screened EMERSON COLLEGE photographs and abstract patterns, 219 Tremont Street, Boston, MA ARTS diamond dust layers, and hand- CHRISTMAS CELTIC SOJOURN painted elements. 2009 - December 17-20, 2009 - WGBH Strega Nona the Musical is the fusion of three of Tomie PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM RONI HORN AKA RONI HORN – presents a Christmas Celtic Sojourn dePaola’s cherished books: Strega Nona, Strega Nona East India Square, Salem, MA February 19, 2010 through June 13, 2009. Presented by WGBH, A Christ- REVISIONS: INDIAN ARTISTS 2010. Using a variety of materials in- Her Story and Big Anthony and the Magic Ring. Strega mas Celtic Sojourn brings dynamic ENGAGING TRADITIONS – Now cluding pure pigment, 24 carat gold, Nona is the musical tale of a friendly magical witch — musical and dance performances from through Spring of 2010. Come see how color photographs, and cast glass, around the world center stage for a with a funny name — who strives to cure the ills of her some of today’s leading artists rein- Horn creates immensely beautiful and truly unique experience that embod- tiny Italian town of Calabria. The baker has bunions terpret traditional use of color, com- sensuous works that evoke the mys- ies the warmth of the holiday spirit. position and subject. This unique tery inherent to even the most famil- (“As big as an onion”), his daughter wishes for witchery, Tickets on sale through Cutler exhibition pairs some of the finest iar subjects, the weather, the depths and the local single ladies are always unlucky in love. Majestic Theatre Box Office: works from PEM’s world renowned of water even our sense of place and Telecharge, 1-800-233-3123 or online The town faces real problems when a local lug named contemporary Indian Art collection identity. For more info call: 617-478- at www.broadwayoffers.com. Big Anthony sneaks a peek at Strega Nona’s magic book with rare works from the Harvard Art 3100 or visit t www.icaboston.org. and uses Strega Nona’s magical ways for selfish means. Museum. BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY RARE BIRD OF FASHION: THE THE STERLING AND FRANCINE When Anthony fools with the magic pasta pot, and can’t 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA IRREVERENT IRIS APFEL – Now CLARK ART INSTITUTE figure out how to turn it off, pasta threatens to engulf LOWELL LECTURE SERIES – Now through February 7, 2010. This ex- 22 Clark St., Williamstown, MA the whole town — unless Strega Nona can save the day. through April 2010. Travel the world hibit features more than 80 dramatic STEPS OFF THE BEATEN PATH: without leaving Boston. Lecturers in- With an energetic and tuneful score by composer Aron ensembles from the personal collec- NINETEENTH CENTURY PHOTO- clude Paul Theroux Frances Mayes tion of legendary tastemaker and style GRAPHS OF ROME AND ITS ENVI- Accurso, this fantastical tale teaches that witches can and Alexander McCall Smith. All lec- icon Iris Apfel. She is known for her RONS- Now through January 3, 2010. be good, and that and you can’t judge a pot by its pasta! tures to be held in the Rabb Lecture designer clothing and exotic baubles. This is a loaned exhibition of photo- Hall. All lectures are free and open to A perfect way to end the Christmas Season and to TRASH MENAGERIE – Now graphic images from the collection of the public. Please visit: www.bpl.org/ celebrate La Befana. Check out Italian Special Events through May, 2010. This exhibit pre- W. Bruce and Delaney H. Lundberg. news/lowell.htm and Programs. sents over 30 whimsical animals cre- Viewers today can step into a Rome ated from things most of us simply that was about to step out of the pre- BOSTON’S SOUTH END NORTH SHORE MUSICAL throw away. For example: A luminous industrial age. For more info call: 413- (between 460 Harrison Avenue CHILDREN’S THEATRE moth made from piano keys and pot- 458-2303 or visit: www.clarkart.edu. and Albany Street) THEATER 466 Central St., Saugus, MA NEW HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD - Sun- th IN SOWA FEATURES DIVERSE SE- ZERO ARROW THEATRE day, December 20 at 2pm. Kaleido- LECTION OF ANTIQUES AND COL- ITALIAN EVENTS & PROGRAMS scope has been performing at both 2 Arrow Street, Cambridge, MA LECTIBLES - In December on Thayer the South Shore Music Circus and THE DONKEY SHOW – Now Street. The Marketplace will coincide ITALIAN RADIO and directly at the box office of for almost thirty through January 2, 2010. The intoxi- with the SoWa Winter Lights Celebra- “The Sicilian Corner” 11:00 AM Boston’s Colonial Theatre, 106 years. Next summer Kaleidoscope cating international sensation tion, which will include festivities to 1:00 PM every Friday with host Tom Boylston Street, Boston during nor- will continue at the Hampton Beach that takes you behind the velvet around the many galleries and retail- Zappala and Mike Lomazzo and “The mal business hours Monday- Satur- Casino Ballroom with another ropes into a glittered wonderland ers in the area. There will be singing Italian Show” w/Nunzio DiMarca day 10:00am – 6:00pm. STREGA NONA monthly series. In early December of decadence, divas, and disco, and dancing and a spectacular light every Sunday from 10AM to 1PM is part of the Broadway Across America you can also enjoy Kaleidoscope's inspired by Shakespeare’s “A Mid- show. The Marketplace will be open www.1110wccmam.com – Boston 2009-2010 Family Series and Cinderella's Christmas at Boston's summer Night Dream.” For tickets December 18th, 19th and 20th. The Mar- “Italia Oggi”(Italy Today) Sundays is recommended for ages 4 – 9. ! For further info, or more info, you may call 617-547- ketplace hours will be Friday from 4:00 1PM to 2 PM with host Andrea Urdi please visit the website at 8300 or log on to the webiste at: to 9:00 pm, Saturday from 10:00 am 1460 AM www.1460WXBR.com MALDEN CATHOLIC www.kaleidoscopechildrenstheatre.com, www.AmericanRepertoryTheater.org. to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 11:00 am “Dolce Vita Radio” DJ Rocco HS AUDITORIUM email [email protected] or call to 4:00 pm. There is free parking on Mesiti 11 AM-1 PM Sundays. 90.7 FM 99 Crystal St., Malden, Ma 1-781-230-3976 for reservations. LOEB DRAMA CENTER Albany Street. For more info visit or online www.djrocco.com CHRISTMAS CAROLING FROM 64 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA www.sowaantiquesmarket.com. “The Nick Franciosa Show” - ORTIGIA SICILIY - Friday, Decem- HAMLETMACHINE – Now through Every Sunday at 12 Noon to 3:00 PM ber 18, 2009 at 7:00PM. Enjoy Sicilian December 20th. This story is a descent MUSIC WORCESTER ART MUSEUM on radio stations WLYN 1360 AM and Christmas Caroling. A definite treat into unspoken fears and fantasies, Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA WAZN 1470 AM. and unique experience. To order tick- a love story within an imagistic KING’S CHAPEL HOLIDAY PERFORMANCE: “Guido Oliva Italian Hour” ets please call 781-461-9950. All pro- dreamscape. It explores the difficul- Corner of School and Tremont ASSABET VALLEY CHAMBER 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM every Sunday ceeds to benefit the flood victims in ties of transcending our own neuro- Streets, Boston, MA SINGERS – on WSRO 650AM Framingham Messina - Italy. ses to make a human connection. MID-DAY RECITAL – Tuesday, HOLIDAY PERFORMANCE: THE and online at www.wsro.com. BEST OF BOTH WORLDS – Now December 22nd at 12:15 PM. Tradi- ALL-SAINTS CHOIRS – Sunday, De- through January 3, 2010. This is a tional Carols and Seasonal works by cember 20th from 2:00-3:00 PM. Enjoy REGATTABAR 967 Commonwealth Avenue, new musical for the whole family that Bach, Scarlatti and others. MID-DAY one of Worcester’s cultural treasures AT THE CHARLES HOTEL Boston, MA is bursting with the sounds of R&B RECITAL – Tuesday, December 29th as they perform joyous holiday music. One Bennett St., Cambridge, MA JOVANOTTI - Wednesday, April and Gospel which includes commu- at 12:15 PM – Works by Bach, Franck For more information call: 508-799- CARMEN CONSOLI - Thursday, 28, 2010 at 8:00 PM. Italy’s number nity, university and church choirs — and Guilmant. CHRISTMAS EVE AT 4406 or visit: www.worcesterart.org. January 7, 2010 at 7:30PM. A melodi- one recording artist Jovanotti an- this is a definite must see!!! For KING’S CHAPEL – Thursday, Decem- ous voice that echos in one of nounces Oyeah, the debut US album tickets and further information, ber 24th at 10:30 PM – Lessons & Car- CUTLER MAJESTIC THEATRE AT Boston’s finest and popular jazz ven- release by the chart topping Tuscan please call: 617-547-8300 or visit: ols by Byrd, Mendelssohn, Rutter and EMERSON COLLEGE ues, Sicilian born artist Carmen singer, songwriter and rapper for the www.AmerianRepertoryTheater.org. Distier. NEW YEAR’S EVE AT KING’S 219 Tremont Street, Boston, MA Consoli will promise to entertain her legendary Verve Forecast label. Oyeah CHAPEL – Thursday, December 31st CHRISTMAS CELTIC SOJOURN American fan base. For more info call was recorded in New York City during COLONIAL THEATRE at 9:00 PM – A First Night Button is 2009 - Now through December 20, 617-395-7757 or www.peltrix.com/ the Summer of 2009 during 106 Boylston St., Boston, MA required. Heinrich Christensen plays 2009 - WGBH Presents a Christmas getshowtix/regattabar. Jovanotti’s series of residencies at MAMMA MIA - December 19 at the C.B. Fish Organ – All works by Celtic Sojourn 2009. Presented by leading Manhattan and 2:00PM and 8:00PM and December 20 Bach. For more information, please WGBH, A Christmas Celtic Sojourn COLONIAL THEATER clubs with the Soleluna NY LAB, a at 2:00PM and 8:00PM. If you love call: 617-227-2155 or visit: www.kings- brings dynamic musical and dance 106 Boylston St., Boston, MA New York-based collective of musi- Abba or not, this musical will defin- chapel.org. performances from around the world TOMIE DEPAOLA’S STREGA cians from Italy, the United States and itely be sure to delight all! Lose center stage for a truly unique expe- NONA - Saturday, January 9th at Brazil. A critically acclaimed pioneer yourself in this fast paced, highly OLD SOUTH CHURCH rience that embodies the warmth of 11am, 2pm and 5pm. Strega Nona will in the international hip hop scene entertaining musical. It is bound 645 Boylston Street, Boston, MA the holiday spirit. Tickets on sale bring its delightful story and fresh, renown for working in his native Ital- to get you dancing and jumping out ‘SHEPHERDS, FOLLOW THE through Cutler Majestic Theatre Box original score to Boston’s Colonial ian language, Jovanotti again breaks of your seats. For tickets call STAR” – Friday, December 18th at 8:00 Office: Telecharge, 1-800-233-3123 or Theatre on January 9, 2010. Under new ground on his first Stateside set. Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or PM. This concert includes music from www.broadwayoffers.com. the direction of Tracy Ward (Hunter Resisting the temptation of re-purpos- visit www.ticketmaster.com. all ages inspired by the story of the Gatherers, Bay Area Premiere), cho- ing existing recordings in English for simple shepherds who suddenly wit- TOP OF THE HUB reography by Nicole McGann and a the American market, Jovanotti in- EMERSON UMBRELLA CENTER nessed a great star shining in the East. 800 Boylston Street “pop-up book inspired” set design by stead conceived and created a project FOR THE ARTS The celebration also includes the On the 52nd floor of the Pruden- Andrea Bechert; the magic of each entirely within its borders, incorpo- 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA annual holiday traditions of a candle- tial Building song brings new life to the material rating multiple languages and achiev- EBENEZER SCROOGE: A CHRIST- light processional and carol singing TOP OF THE HUB - December 31, for a young audience and to audi- ing a musical result ready for world- MAS CAROL – Now through Decem- with the audience. For more infor- 2009 will usher in the New Year with ences that have grown up reading the wide consumption. A double album ber 20th (nine performances only). This mation and tickets, call: 800-658-4276 a special evening-long celebration on legendary stories of native New En- collection, Oyeah’s 20 tracks feature spiritually uplifting musical adapta- or visit: www.choruspromusica.org. Thursday, December 31. The festivi- gland author Tomie dePaola. Maxi- all new live versions of original reper- tion of the 1843 Charles Dickens’ ties will begin with a Welcome Cock- mum Entertainment is presenting the toire drawn from Jovanotti’s genera- classic tells the story of the tight-fisted FIRST CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL tail Reception at 7:30 p.m., followed tour in association with Active Arts tion-long career plus 3 unreleased curmudgeon, Scrooge and his per- Lindsay Chapel Mason & Garden by a Six Course Prix-Fixe Dinner at Theater. Tickets available through an studio takes on classic Italian songs sonal transformation. You won’t want Streets Cambridge, MA 8:30 p.m. and a dazzling Champagne authorized ticket seller found only at re-interpreted for today’s interna- to miss this. For tickets and further THE KING OF DENMARK’S Toast at Midnight. With sweeping Ticketmaster 1-800-982-2787, at all tional music market. For tickets and information, please call: 877-746-9755 HEALTH – Saturday, January 16, views of the city serving as a spec- Ticketmaster outlets, by visiting more information please call 617-562- or log on to www.NewLifeFineArts.org. 2010 at 8:00 PM. Works of Thomas tacular backdrop. Live jazz entertain- BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com/Boston 8800 or www.livenation.com. Page 12 POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009

Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

No crucifixes in schools: Italians of all po- with a boss or COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED litical stripes are expressing outrage over a a colleague, CASSATTEDI “ka-sa-ted-dee” European Court of Human Rights ruling common requiring that crucifixes be removed from sense sug- A Sicilian Christmas Ricotta Cheese Turnover Italian classrooms because they could of- gests that you 1 pound container ricotta cheese fend non-Catholics. “This is one of those de- should bite 2 cups flour cisions that often make us doubt Europe’s your tongue and walk away. But that ap- 1 tablespoon orange rind common sense,” said Prime Minister Silvio proach could kill you, new research suggests. 3/4 cups water Berlusconi, who plans to appeal on the In brief, Scientists in Sweden claim “you 1 tablespoons red wine grounds that the crucifix is part of Italian have to act.” Men who screamed, protested 1/4 cup shortening or margarine heritage; the country is overwhelming immediately, or spoke up later all showed 1/2 teaspoon sugar Catholic. A poll found 84 percent of Italians, lower rates of heart complications. So blow Pinch of salt including many who do not attend Mass, sup- your stack! Pinch of cinnamon (optional) port keeping the crosses in public schools, “Mona” Lisa Cappuccio of East Boston sug- 2 cups cooking oil where they hang on every classroom wall. gests before you have an argument with your Additional granulated sugar The case was brought by a Finnish immi- boss, you’d better take a good look at both 10-inch Teflon skillet grant who complained that the presence of sides-his side and the outside. Place ricotta cheese in a colander to drain. crucifixes in Italian classrooms infringed on Carlo Scostumato suggests never argue Put flour in ten-inch bowl. Cut in shortening with knife her right to raise her child as an atheist. with a woman. You might win-and then you’ll and fork. Add sugar and salt. Mix while adding water slowly. A Massachusetts woman whose life has really be in trouble. Before using all water, work red wine into mixture. (Wine taken a bad turn was heartened recently to What do we know the widely read Boston causes dough to bubble when fried). Continue mixing dough find Jesus Christ looking at her from her Globe columnist Joan Vennochi? In brief, until it holds together and all flour is used. Knead dough to steam iron. Mary Jo Coady, 44, says the iron Vennochi joined the Globe in 1977 as a re- a smooth consistency. Separate into three portions. Roll was lying on the floor of her daughter’s bed- search assistant on the Globe’s investiga- each into a long piece. Cut roll into smaller portions room when she spotted the curious pattern tive Spotlight Team. She is a graduate of approximately one-inch thick. Place in bowl and cover. of scorching on its face. “I see his eyes, his (1975), Suffolk Law School Transfer drained ricotta into bowl. Add orange rind, nose, his whole face,” says Coady, “and I was (1984), and a member of the Massachusetts cinnamon and mix thoroughly by hand. With rolling pin, like, ‘That’s Jesus looking at us.’” Coady, who Bar. After graduating from Boston University, roll each piece of dough into paper-thin rounds. Place a recently separated from her husband, moved Vennochi worked at the Thomaston (CT) Ex- tablespoon of ricotta in center of dough. Fold over (like turn- out of her house, and had her hours cut at press, a small weekly newspaper, and the overs). Press lightly around filling to allow inside air to work, said the miraculous image “gave me Danbury News-Times. In 1980, as a member escape. Then seal edges with crinkled pastry cutter or press a sign that life is going to be good.” of the Globe’s Spotlight Team, she shared a edge with fork. Set aside on pastry cloth or a flour-dusted Ugh! A Vietnamese man, distraught after Pulitzer Prize that the Globe won for a Spot- tablecloth. Makes about twenty-four Cassattedi. the death of his wife, dug up her corpse and light report on waste and mismanagement Pour enough oil in a ten-inch Teflon skillet to cover slept beside it for five years. The unnamed in the Mass. Bay State Transportation Au- bottom. Prick top of 6 Cassattedi at a time (with a pin) be- 55-year-old says that for the first 20 months thority. She has also worked as a general fore placing in hot oil top down. When frying, turn each one after his wife’s death, in 2003, he slept on assignment reporter, Boston City Hall Bu- with spatula until golden brown on both sides. top of her grave, but when the rain and cold reau Chief (1984), State House Bureau Chief When any ricotta or fluid escapes into the hot oil, the started to affect his health, he dug up her (1986) and covered the 1988 presidential liquid will splatter and burn. Remove Cassattedi from oil. remains, used clay to restore some of her campaign. She joined the Globe’s business Clean skillet. Add and heat new oil and continue frying womanly form, and took the corpse home. reporting staff in 1988, and began writing her remaining Cassattedi. “I’m a person who does things differently,” column in July 1991. Place fried Cassattedi in a serving platter layered with the man told authorities. Have your cake — but don’t eat it! You can granulated sugar. Sprinkle additional sugar on each one. Interesting to note, one in four American have your cake — and lose weight, too! Of Serve hot or cooled. children now depends on food stamps. Among course you can’t eat the sweet treats. You Leftover Cassattedi must be refrigerated. all Americans, one in eight is receiving food can only look at mouth-watering photos of NOTE: While I fry my Cassattedi each year with my daughters, stamps, and as unemployment drops middle- them! Researchers discovered that tempt- my mind wanders back to the many times I stood with my cous- class people into poverty, 20,000 additional ing pictures of yummy cake actually discour- ins at Zia Marianna’s black Glenwood stove on Charter Street. people are signing up each day. aged female test subjects from pigging out We waited patiently to sprinkle granulated sugar over our Not having any cash won’t be an excuse to on high-cal desserts. favorite Christmas treats. Then we served them to the relatives pass by the Salvation Army red kettles this News from the Sahara Desert, Egypt: Ital- who gathered at the round kitchen table where we later enjoyed holiday season. Bell ringers in about 200 ian archaeologists believe they have found our Christmas Eve supper. cities, including New York, Chicago, and the remains of 50,000 Persian soldiers killed Dallas, now accept credit cards. in a freak sandstorm 2,500 years ago. The Meow! Bow wow! 52% of the nation’s pet Greek historian Herodotus wrote about the Vita can be reached at [email protected] owner’s plan to their animal a holiday gift, lost army of King Cambyses II, sent to con- up from 43% last year. quer Egypt in 525 B.C. “A wind arose from • Stirpe Nostra (Continued from Page 2) Bella Culo of Chestnut Hill suggests for the the south, strong and deadly, bringing with a strange translucent liquid Phoenician glass has been holidays, why not give the gift that keeps on it vast columns of whirling sand,” Herodotus flowed forth in streams; and found in Etruscan cemeter- giving? — a female cat. wrote, “which entirely covered up the troops, this it is said was the origin ies and we are told that Authorities in Dudley, Massachusetts, re- and caused them wholly to disappear.” But of glass as we know it. drinking cups were used to sponding to complaints about a woman whose archaeologist twins Angelo and Alfredo Sand from this district replace those of gold and 15 cats were destroying a neighbor’s lawn, Castiglioni announced that they had found proved to be particularly silver. One historian said outlawed owning three or more cats without hundreds of skeletons, along with ancient suitable for glass making and that glass cups sold in his a kennel license. The cat owner, Mary Ellen Persian arrowheads and artifacts, in the was exported in great quan- time for a paltry sum of half Richards, announced she was selling her Sahara. “In the desolate wilderness of the tities to workshops in other an “as” (a Roman copper coin house and moving “to a more-cat-friendly desert,” said expedition member Dario Del areas. Alexandria was an- having a value of less than community.” Bufalo, “we have found the most precise lo- other center for glass mak- one cent). Speaking of animals, Tom Analetto of cation where the tragedy occurred.” ing with a sustained repu- NEXT WEEK: Medford thinks animals are such agreeable Wee bit of show business reminiscing with tation for many centuries. Vitrum continued friends; they ask no questions, they make the maestro and musicologist Albert Natale. no criticisms. Singer/actress Connie Stevens made her Healthy advice! Eat mushrooms to beat the film debut at age 20 in a movie called “Young 1st Generation flu! Scientists have discovered that mush- and Dangerous.” Her recording career began rooms are a great, natural way to boost the in the early ’60s with a duet with Ed Byrnes Italian-American body’s immune system-and fight off seasonal called “Kookie, Kookie, Lend Me Your Comb.” viruses and infections. A team from Tufts Singer Eileen Barton was an understudy for Vita Orlando Sinopoli University says that eating the fleshy funghi the Broadway musical “Best Foot Forward” Shares with us improves the body’s level of hormone-like in 1941. Her biggest hit was “If I Knew You proteins called cytokines that play an im- Were Coming, I’d Have Baked a Cake” in a delightful recollection portant role in staving off flu infections. Ex- 1950. Singer Tony Bennett is said to have of her memories as a child perts say all mushrooms are good, but actually been “discovered” in 1950 by Pearl shitake, maltake, and reishi appear to pack Bailey and Bob Hope working under the growing up in the biggest immunity punch. name Joe Bari. Reminder! Geraldo Boston’s “Little Italy” Planning to take a cruise? Well, beware the Graziano/Jerry Gray was born in East Bos- dangers lurking onboard if you’re going on a ton. He wrote such songs as String of Pearls, and a collection of cruise, say experts. An investigation of 56 Pennsylvania 6-5000 and Sun Valley Jump. Italian family recipes ships operated by nine large cruise lines His arrangement of Begin the Beguine for found that only 30% of public bathroom sur- Artie Shaw put Shaw on-the-map! Harry from the homeland. faces were disinfected daily. Though visibly Warren, born Salvatore Guaragna in Brook- clean, they were a haven for bacteria that lyn wrote “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “That’s Great as Gifts could cause diarrhea and vomiting, found Amore,” “I Only Have Eyes For You,” ‘You’ll FROM MY BAKERY PERCH available on AMAZON.COM researchers from Carney Hospital, Boston. Never Know,” “A Love Affair to Remember.” and in local bookstores — ask for They advise using your cabin rest room and Harry Warren wrote more hit songs then Irv- Hard cover #1-4010-9805-3 ISBN washing hands with soap and water. ing Berlin and George Gershwin. Soft Cover #1-4010-9804-5 ISBN If you find yourself in a showdown at work AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009 Page 13

• Joe Lieberman (Continued from Page 1) As I pointed out during the States of America in a time 2008 campaign when Demo- of war. crats were lashing out at Lieberman acted like a Lieberman as a political op- statesman then. There was portunist, the suggestion is nothing in it for him. It was laughable. Lieberman en- a long shot that McCain dorsed John McCain’s can- would win the Republican didacy for president in the nomination, much less the middle of December 2007. presidency at the time Many things used to hap- into little ponds that were ad- an open sleigh, we would de- Was Joe convinced that by Lieberman endorsed him. pen the week before Christ- jacent to tunnels and cide to leave Santa a glass of endorsing McCain he would Lieberman must have un- mas when I was a kid. We spanned by bridges, etc … vi- red wine and our grandmoth- be on the fast track to some derstood that his endorse- would go hunting for a tree; sions that made little kids ers’ home-made Christmas fancy cabinet post? ment of McCain had a very there would be a visit to the stand in amazement while cookies. Not a chance. high chance of hurting his Jordan Marsh toy depart- the operations continued. When we would arrive back If you can’t remember already-tenuous political po- ment and a visit to Santa When we tired of the trains, home, Mom and Nanna would back that far, it was widely sition in the Democratic Clause, a stop a Santa’s Vil- there were displays of dolls begin to plan out the Christ- believed that 2008 would be controlled Senate. lage where Dad and his trio for the girls and model planes mas Eve and Christmas day a Democratic year, as it Now, Barack Obama and would be playing for the kids for the boys. I loved to make menu. None of my uncles nor turned out to be. So for Joe Harry Reid treated and a walk through Boston model planes, especially the Dad would work on Christ- to back a Republican for Lieberman more nicely than Common and the Public Gar- fighter planes from WWII. mas Eve. They would have president would have been some may have expected by den to watch the kids ice Several would be on my list Jewish musicians cover for an odd choice for a political backing him to keep his skating on Frog Pond. for Santa. Strombecker them. The favor would be re- opportunist. But if you were chairmanship of the Senate First, between Dad, my made the best and most ex- turned when Jewish holidays an opportunist who only Homeland Security Commit- uncles and Babbononno, pensive planes from hard were at hand. This meant sought to increase your own tee. They may have had there were people they knew wood. If I wanted to shape the that seven types of fish would power, backing John their reasons. But this story who sold Christmas trees in body and wings of a plane, be slated to be on the table McCain of all Republicans demonstrates beyond a various parts of East Boston, Guillow made several from the evening of December 24. vying for the presidency in shadow of a doubt that the North End and near balsam wood and I would ask Babbononno would take care mid-December 2007 would Lieberman is no opportunist . Where ever we for them. From this display, of most of them except the have been literally insane. or corporate dupe as his hy- stopped, my family would bar- we would head for the Erec- lobsters that Dad would buy You see, in mid-December perbolic critics suggest. He gain for the trees they liked. tor Set displays and look at and prepare Diablo style with 2007, John McCain’s elec- is his own man acting in When a price was reached the things we could build with linguini. toral prospects were near what he believes is in the that was equitable for both just a screw driver and the On Christmas Day, the rock bottom. A week before best interest of the country. parties, the tree would be tied right metal parts. musicians in my family Joe’s endorsement, a New Joe Lieberman and I may to the top of Dad’s beat-up 37 Once we had had our fill of would work in the morning. York Times/CBS poll or may not agree on what Plymouth and we would head checking out all of the toys, The jobs were usually char- showed the Arizona senator healthcare bill should pass. home to get it ready for Mom we would get in line to visit ity, or in Dad’s case, for the tied with Fred Thompson for He may end up supporting a and Nanna to decorate. with Santa. When I asked military. Dad for years, fourth place among Republi- bill that many conservatives When it was time to visit Mom how Santa Claus could played on the USS Vulcan, an can challengers, behind think is disastrous. But Santa, my mother would be in Jordan Marsh, Filenes, aircraft repair ship that was Rudy Giuliani, Mike their should be no question team up with either Grace Raymonds, F.W. Woolworth, based in Boston. On Christ- Huckabee and Mitt Romney. that if he does so he is doing Manfredonia, who was one of and W.T. Grant at the same mas morning, the ship’s cap- That poll had McCain at- it because he thinks it is the her closest friends. Grace time, she came up with the tain would host a party for the tracting just 7 percent sup- right thing to do, just as he had three kids around my age answer, “Santa can’t be ev- families of his crew and I of- port. is currently opposing cur- and we all grew up together. erywhere at the same time, ten accompanied my father. The story of McCain’s rent Senate health care leg- If Grace wasn’t available, so he pays look a-likes to Before we left for the Vulcan, phoenix-like rise to claim islation because he feels it Mom would make arrange- work for him at those other I would check out what Santa the Republican nomination would be harmful for ments with her favorite stores. They give the list of left me and then get dressed is now political legend, but America. cousin, Louise Pepe, and names to the real Santa (the to accompany my father. in mid-December when Joe It isn’t difficult to under- along with her three chil- Jordan Marsh version), and Once back home, I could Lieberman endorsed him it stand why liberals would be dren, Lulu, Anthony and little boys and girls get what smell the gravy that Nanna was only slightly better than upset with Lieberman’s op- Ralph, we would head to Mav- they want delivered on had made for Christmas. She a pipe dream. position to a proposal they so erick Station, take the train Christmas Eve.” We bought would dip a piece of Italian Joe Lieberman endorsed ardently want to pass. It does to Scollay Square Station, it and all was well. bread in the sauce, sprinkle McCain not because he was not justify, however, the vi- head upstairs, take the trol- After telling the real Santa a bit of grated cheese on top an opportunist. Joe cious and personal slanders ley to Park Street and head what we wanted, we would and hand it to me asking me Lieberman endorsed John being leveled against this out to . After head upstairs to Santa’s to give her my opinion. To McCain because he believed good and decent man. a quick look as to how the Village and visit with Dad. me, my grandmother was the that his good friend was best Reprinted from The trees were decorated, we He had a trio that consisted greatest cook in the world. I suited to lead the United Northstar National would head down Winter of Danny Covicchio on ac- would tell her that it was a Street to Washington and cordion, Charlie Opper on lot better than they turkey Summer Streets and the violin and Dad on bass and mashed potatoes they • News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) entrance to Jordan Marsh. violin. They were dressed served on the ship. space and plenty of parking. Spanish and Vietnamese. I The toy department was like Tyrolean musicians As the afternoon ap- Check it out, call my sister- asked them how many Viet- located on the 5th floor and and played seasonal music proached, I anticipated the in-law at the clubhouse for namese vote here in Pre- the CEO of Jordan’s, a Mr. for the kids. The display was arrival of the family and a more details. cinct 1. Just as I finished my Mitton, had the place set up of the North Pole and Santa’s chance to play with my new Townie Santa sentence, a Vietnamese to rival both Macy’s and workshop. Usually, standing toys before it was time to eat. is Coming to Town voter walks out of the poll- Gimbel’s in New York. With near by observing the band Soon, the entire family was On Christmas Day, De- ing place behind me. I just my cousins Anthony and was Guy Ormandy, the con- seated at the dinner table cember 25, TOWNIE SANTA laughed and thought of Ralph by my side, we would tractor who booked the work. and Babbononno would toast will deliver Christmas gifts Archie. head to the electric train dis- He and Dad were partners for the family, Christmas and along with a turkey dinner Beacon Hill Appears play which was one of the a while, and in my mind, my the approaching New Year. to many elderly and needy Afraid of Crashing into largest and most intricate father was the king of show What great memories those Charlestown shut-ins. Lend Elderly Drivers in the country. With both business. simpler gentle days have left a helping hand Christmas Once again we see the American Flyer and Lionel When it was time to leave, me through the years. GOD morning helping to deliver power elderly voters have up trains on active display, we we would head to a restau- BLESS AMERICA the goodies. It all starts at on Beacon Hill. There is saw freight trains, passenger rant for lunch. While eating, 11am at the Bunker Hill Post obviously a need to have trains, trolleys, electric bus- we kids would discuss what 26 American Legion Hall. some kind of aged based ses all moving around the Santa was going to bring us Remember It is never too late to send testing for elderly drivers display area on tracks. The and what we were going to a contribution. Send them before they cause another decorations were realistic leave for him to eat on Christ- Your to Townie Santa, c/o crash but our legislators are with working railroad cross- mas Eve. Now, in most Ameri- Charlestown Patriot Bridge, so afraid of them, they keep ings, traffic lights, street ve- can homes, kids would leave Loved Ones 1 Thompson Square, watering down needed legis- hicles, train stations, lit chocolate chip cookies and Charlestown, MA 02129. lation until is meaningless. buildings surrounded by trees milk for Santa, but we were That is what happened dur- and bushes. Waterfalls were Italian kids, and knowing Still a Little ing this session as it did in in operation that emptied how cold it would be riding in Archie Bunker in Me previous sessions. Dimin- I’ve grown since my college ished skills are a part of — FOR YOU WHO APPRECIATE THE FINEST — days back in the 60s and growing older. What is wrong 70s, evolving into a much with re-testing drivers over THE more tolerant kind of guy. age 75 years old? Do we However, the other day while JUST re-test older drivers Johnny Christy voting up at East Boston after they crash, hurt or kill The Post-Gazette High School I noticed there someone? We need to be pro- accepts memorials was still a little Archie Bun- active not reactive. There is throughout the year. ker hanging out inside me. no age bias here. It is about Orchestra I was outside on the side- public safety. It is time to Please call walk talking to a couple of stop trying to be politically MUSIC FOR ALL 617-227-8929 Capuano sign holders and correct here. This isn’t age OCCASIONS 781-648-5678 and ask for Lisa mentioned the election discrimination. This is com- signs were being done in mon sense. Page 14 POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009

The time has come, the walrus said, The Bilingual TO TALK OF MANY THINGS Corner of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings by Sal Giarratani by Orazio Buttafuoco NON-RELIGIOUS ers were the big winners and We, the people CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION? in New York are the losers. Recently, White House social secretary This decision is very much like the US Desiree Jones announced at a meeting that decision in 2005 when the court said it was Lo sapevate che … the White House was planning a non-reli- constitutional for a New London, Connecti- Il passeggero che dovesse subire un’odissea da un gious Christmas celebration. No references cut Economic Development Corporation to aeroporto ad un’altro, per ritardi o cancellezioni di voli, e to Christmas and no manger scene. The NY seize private homes and businesses to build senza che ci sia una causa di forza maggiore e che come Times was even shocked and when they con- a research campus for Pfizer Inc. The ap- in questi casi non venisse adeguatamente assistito dalla tacted the White House with the report, the peals court ruled in this latest case that the compagnia aerea, ha diritto ad una compensazione White House confirmed the idea they were New York State Urban Development Corp. pecuniaria e ad un risarcimento. Lo ha stabilito un giudice considering doing such. Shortly, after the apparently had the right to seize Brooklyn di Pace di Catania che ha accolto la domanda di NY Times left, the whole non-religious idea land to improve blighted conditions. How- risarcimento di un passeggero che doveva tornare a Catania was canned and the manger scene set up. ever, opponents said their neighborhood was con i voli Pisa-Roma, e Roma-Catania; ma giunto If you don’t believe me, check out the NY stable and not blighted. The court did rule all’aeroporto di Pisa aveva appreso che il volo era stato Times for confirmation. that the job to define blight belonged to the cancellato. La notizia viene data dalla ‘Confconsumatori HARSHBARGER REPORT legislature, not the courts. spiegando che si tratta di una delle primissime sentenze CLEARS ACORN ANYBODY CRYING YET? in Italia che riconoscono il diritto del passeggero di aver I am SHOCKED, no not really. An internal The Washington Post has decided to close corrisposto la cosidetta ‘compensazione pecuniaria’ e investigation by former Bay State A.G. Scott its remaining news bureaus in New York, l’ulteriore risarcimento dei danni subiti, cosi’ come previsto Harshbarger of ACORN which hired him for and Chicago to seemingly save dal regolamento Comunitario N. 261/2004, entrato in vig- the duty has cleared ACORN of any crimi- money ... Bank of is buying Diners ore nel febbraio del 2005. Il consumatore aveva vissuto una nal conduct even after America viewed that Card from Citigroup ... The ACORN Housing vera e propria odissea in quanto, dopo circa tre ore di attesa, undercover video of two ACORN employees group is in big trouble ... Beijing will be build- senza informazioni e assistenza, era stato portato a Roma seemingly telling two folks how to appar- ing malls across China ... The Red Sox might a bordo di un pulman arivando a Fiumicino all’una di notte. ently falsify lending documents. ACORN actually lose Jason Bay but not to fret we Alle tre di notte, e dopo aver atteso oltre un’ora, era ststo speaking of the results of the quote investi- still have Jason Varitek, right? trasportato in un albergo per essere successivamente gation stated, the report was “part vindica- AND THE GOOD NEWS trasportato, dopo poche ore, a Fiumicino con successivo tion, part constructive criticism and com- I’ve been reading two great newspapers imbarco sul volo Roma-Catania delle ore 8:55. La compagnia plete road map for the future.” lately and telling my friends about both of aerea aveva affermato che la cancellazione del volo era I have to agree with US Representative them. If you haven’t been reading either the avvenuta per motive tecnici, causa non imputabile che Darrell Issa, D- who reacted, “How Wall Street Journal or the Investor’s Business comporta l’esclusione della compensazione pecuniaria. Ma surprising is it that a report paid for by Daily, you’re missing some of the best po- il Giudice ha ribadito che in base alla documentazione agli ACORN exonerates them.” How do you spell litical commentary-out there. Yeah, I still atti, anche altri voli, con la stessa avaria, non erano stati W-H-I-T-E-W-A-S-H? read the Boston Globe and NY Times because cancellati, per cui la causa di forza maggiore non esiste e EMINENT DOMAIN I like reading the other side too. nemmeno l’assistenza al passeggero. Il Giudice ha WINS IN NY CASE AARP DEFENDS MEDICARE CUTS? condannato la compagnia aerea a 250 euro (compensazione Talk eminent domain in Boston and you I belong to AARP as do most folks age 50 pecuniaria), e a 550 euro come risarcimento per quanto are sure to hear the tale of the destruction and over but recently looks like one of those sofferto. of the West End. Bostonians don’t like it be- other liberal groups pushing to $2 Trillion cause eminent domain feels like a cancer ObamaCare Plan. It is even supporting cuts Did you know that … caused by government forgetting who the to Medicare certainly not in the best inter- A passenger who may suffer an odyssey through airports government really is. In this New York case, ests of its membership As John McCain due to delays and ‘cancellation of flights without justifiable the New York State Court of Appeals ruled says, “Shame on AARP.” cause and that wouldn’t adequately be assisted by the air- 6-1 to allow the $4.9 billion, 22-acre Atlan- HARRY REID LOOKS FOOLISH line, has the right to a pecuniary compensation and to a tic Yards project in Brooklyn to proceed. The What ever happened to just disagreeing refund. This was the ruling of a Justice of Peace in Catania developers are talking apartments, office with someone and keeping things civil? relative to the flights of Pisa-Rome and Rome-Catania. When towers and a new arena to attract the New Senator Harry Reid, the heads of the US the passenger reached Pisa airport he learned that the flight Jersey Nets. Senate recently compared opponents of had been cancelled. The disclosure comes from the Con- However, in order to get all this, New York ObamaCare no different than opponents of sumer Federation, describing that the sentence is one of took peoples’ property by eminent domain. slavery back in the 19th century. How dumb the very first in Italy, which recognizes the passenger’s The decision is a blow to private property does Reid think we are? There are two sides rights to a monetary compensation, and furthermore, the owners who now say they are defenseless in this debate over the health care over- refund for damages suffered, as by the Regulation of the in protecting their private property rights haul. According to Reid there’s the right side European Community N. 261/2004, enacted in February once a government deems their land nec- that he’s on and the other side that’s plain 2005. The consumer had gone through a true odyssey, for essary for the public good. Private develop- wrong. after three hours of wait, without information and assis- tance, he had been transferred to Rome by bus, arriving at Fiumicino, at 1:00 AM. At 3:00 AM, after waiting for more than an hour, he was bused to a hotel, and subsequently brought back, after a Leave the Delivery to Us! few hours, to Fiumicino followed by embarkation on the flight Rome-Catania, of 8:55 AM. The airline had insisted With a Gift Subscription to the that the cancellation of the flight had been due to techni- cal reasons, which is not punishable which exempts the Post-Gazette, your generosity will be airline from pecuniary compensation. But the Judge had reiterated that based upon evidence on record, other flights remembered every week of the year. with the same technical problems, had not been cancelled. Therefore, the reason for cancellation was not overwhelm- ing, nor there was any assistance to the passenger (by the airline). The Judge found the airline guilty, and charged it 250 euro ($370.00) as a pecuniary compensation, and 550 euro ($490.00) as a refund for suffering and discomfort.

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• East Boston Chamber (Continued from Page 7) square and took notes. Sev- Central Square and Orient EXTRA Innings eral issues were identified Heights. by the Chamber: these is- “The Chamber would like by Sal Giarratani sues have been already, or to thank Commissioner are in the process of, being Tinlin and Councilor LaMat- Another Great Yankee and in 1948 he scored 138 runs. He addressed by BTD. Included tina for their time and con- Leaves the Stadium playred in the World Series in 1938, 1941, in this list were: a problem- cern for our business com- 1947 and 1949 and hit a home run in each Tommy Henrich, 96, was an outstanding atic, dangerous intersection munity. They are helping us series. In his career he was a teammate All-Star outfielder for the NY Yankees nick- at the corner of Bremen and create a setting that will of Lou Gehig, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, named “Old Reliable.” He could aleways de- Maverick Streets, which had make it easier for our mem- Whitey Ford and Allie Reynolds. liver a clutch hit when needed. A 5-time All no stop signs, unclear park- bers and other businesses to Like We Need to Make ing signage, and potential operate and satisfy custom- Star who joined the Yankees in 1937 and for increased customer park- ers,” said Chamber Presi- finished in 1950. He was on four World the Season Longer ing; a lack of two-hour visi- dent Angelo Vigliotta, Jr. Series Championship teams. He missed Major League ballplayers want to see tor limits along Meridian “We will continue to work three seasons during WWII in the Coast the first round of playoffs expanded to the Street, to turn over parking closely with them moving Guard. He actually hit the first game-end- best of seven. Pretty soon we’ll be playing for merchants’ customers; forward,” he added. ing home run in World Series history in the Christmas baseball. This past season I faded commercial signage For more information, bottom of the ninth with a hit off Don was hoping for the Rockies to win just to in Day Square; and need please call 617-569-5000 or Newcombe beating Brooklyn 1-0 in 1949.As show how foolish baseball looks in the cold. for increased parking en- visit their website at a former teammate Bobby Brown said, “If we Reggie Jackson was Mr. October. A-Rod forcement in sections of www.EastBostonChamber.com. were ahead 10-1 or 10-2, he was just aver- is Mr. November. Who wll be crowned age. If we were behind 10-1 or 10-2, same Mr. December, because you know Decem- thing. But get him in a big game and he ber play is always possible. • St. Agrippina (Continued from Page 5) was terrific. We didn’t call him Old Reliable. We just knew he was Old Reliable.” You Oughta Know The membership would fice of special events. Back in the 40s, columnist Ed Shallow like to thank the following The membership of St. In 1949, on the final game of the season against the with both teams was Eddie Shallow playing the out- for their support of the pro- Agrippina’s Society is very field for the Back Bay Bombers, a gram, Councilor LaMattina, proud of the Christmas Pro- vying for first place, he stepped to the mound in the 8th inning with the Yanks up 1-0. He semi-professional tean over near B.U. Senator Petruccelli, the gram for North End children. somewhere. He’s promising to loan me a Knights of Columbus, North Our membership would like sealed the victory with a homer. Lifetime he batted .282 with a 183 homeruns and photo of himself in uniform for this col- End Against Drugs, Green to wish everyone a safe and umn. I’m waiting, Eddie. Cross Pharmacy, VFW Post happy holiday. We thank 795 RBIs. He led the AL in triples two times 144 North End, Dr. Anthony everyone for their participa- Bova, Al Dente’s, Mangia tion and we look forward Mangia, Monica’s Restau- to seeing everyone at our Tony Amonte Inducted into US Hockey Hall of Fame rant, Rodman Insurance, 96th annual feast July 30th, by Bob DeCristoforo st st George’s Auto Body, Bianco’s 31 and August 1 . a well deserved standing ova- Sausage Company, Millin- Viva St. Agrippina!!!!!!!!! tion. Yes, Boston was the ium Cleaners, Balloons over right place. We ‘Salute the Boston, Mikes Pastry, LEGAL NOTICE Class of 2009’, and as each Umberto’s Pizzeria, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Inductee was introduced you North End Fire Station, Hill- The Trial Court understood why I always say side Press, the Boston Middlesex Probate and Family Court the hockey community is Celtics, the Post-Gazette and 208 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141 a special group of people, Patte Papa of the Mayors of- Docket No. MI09D1648JP because they often, very SUMMONS emotionally thanked’ all BY PUBLICATION those, who got them here. SUELI REGINA DeSOUZA DeARAGAO Congratulations to Tony Small Ads Plaintiff vs. Amonte, a five time NHL Get Results RAMON SIMOES DeARAGAO, All Star, and two time Olym- Big Defendant pian, who starred both in the To the above named Defendant: NHL and on the Interna- For more information, A Complaint has been presented to this Court by the Plaintiff, SUELI REGINA tional stage during his 16 call 617-227-8929. DeSOUZA DeARAGAO, seeking a year Professional career, to COMPLAINT FOR MODIFICATION. Bob D and Tony Amonte Tom Barrasso, who led the You are required to serve upon Sueli Regina DeSouza DeAragao - Plaintiff - Pittsburgh Penguins to back whose address is 10 Dell Street, Malden, I’ve known Tony Amonte United States at Boston to back Stanley Cups, and ST. JUDE AND ST. ANTHONY NOVENA MA, 02148 your answer on or before since his BU days, so my goal Arena, now Matthews who is the only goaltender May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be February 5, 2010. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and on his special night was to Arena, a building that will to ever play in the NHL adored, glorified, loved and preserved th throughout the world now and for- adjudication of this action. You are also get a photo with him. Mis- celebrate its 100 Anniver- directly from High School, to ever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for required to file a copy of your answer in the sion Accomplished! He was sary come April. Here where John LeClair, who was a office of this the Register of this Court at us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray the first person I walked into. on January 1st, 2010 the member of the Philadelphia for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, CAMBRIDGE. pray for us. St. Anthony, most loving Witness, HON. PETER C. DiGANGI, The Westin Hotel on the NHL Winter Classic pitting ‘Legion of Doom’ and the first protector and wonder worker, pray Esquire, First Justice of said Court at Waterfront, not the one in the Bruins and the Philadel- U.S. born player to ever forus.Saythisprayer9timesaday CAMBRIDGE, this 16, day of December, and by the 8th day your prayer will be 2009. Copley Square, which I also phia Flyers will take place at record 50 goals in three con- answered. It has never been known to Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate ‘toured’, was the place to be historic Fenway Park, and secutive seasons in the NHL, st fail. Publication must be promised. Run date: 12/18/09 on Tuesday, December 1 . just about a week later on to the late Frank Zamboni, My prayers have been answered. Favor received. P.G. Five Hundred plus were in Jan 8 a College Hockey East who invented and patented A.L. attendance to ‘Salute the US Doubleheader will have the his famous ice making ma- LEGAL NOTICE College Hockey of Fame Northeastern Women Team chine. His Award was ac- LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Class of 2009 at the 39th playing the UNH Women’s cepted by his son Richard, The Trial Court Award Cermony and Dinner Team, and the Boston Col- and last, but far from least, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middlesex Probate and Family Court The Trial Court 208 Cambridge Street being held in Boston for the lege Men’s Team will play the the 1998 US first ever Middlesex Probate and Family Court Cambridge, MA 02141 very first time. NHL ‘Versus’ Boston University Men’s Women Gold Medal Olympic 208 Cambridge Street Docket No. 08D3001DV1 TV announcer Mike ‘Doc’ Team also at Fenway. In Team, who opened the door Cambridge, MA 02141 DIVORCE SUMMONS Docket No. MI09D4185DR Emrick, and NHL Commis- February the 1960 ‘Forgot- for women’s hockey in the BY PUBLICATION sioner Gary Bettman noted ten Miracle’ Gold Medal United States. Accepting the DIVORCE SUMMONS ROSE NAMANDE BY PUBLICATION AKA ROSE SIMPSON, the significance of Boston, Olympic Team will be cel- Award on behalf of the Team, th FEKADE BEKELE GENZEBU, Plaintiff where here on December 1, ebrating its 50 Anniver- many of whom were pres- Plaintiff vs. 1924 the sary, and it was significant ent, was Coach Ben Smith, vs. SHAWN SIMPSON, defeated the Montreal Mar- that they were honored this and Captain (A) Karya Bye. MISRAK AMBAW MEKENNEN, Defendant Defendant To the above named Defendant: oons, now the Montreal Can- night. Members of the Yes, it was a special night in To the above named Defendant: A Complaint has been presented to this adiens, in the very first NHL Team, headed by the Cleary Boston, and a very special A Complaint has been presented to this Court by the Plaintiff, ROSE NAMANDE game to be played in the brothers, were introduced to place to get a photo. Court by the Plaintiff, FEKADE BEKELE AKA ROSE SIMPSON, seeking a GENZEBU, seeking a DIVORCE. DIVORCE. An automatic Restraining Order has been An automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from entered in this matter preventing you from • Mayor’s Column (Continued from Page 1) taking any action which would negatively taking any action which would negatively stranger to heated battles The Winter Classic and throughout the world. Begin- impact the current financial status of either impact the current financial status of either party. Please refer to the Supplemental Pro- party. Please refer to the Supplemental Pro- between rivals. Instead of free skates will be a once- ning with our traditional bate Court Rule 411 for more information. bate Court Rule 411 for more information. the Red Sox and Yankees, in-a-lifetime experience for First Night events and con- You are required to serve upon Derege You are required to serve upon Timothy the Terriers and Eagles will our city, and thousands of tinuing with the Inaugura- B. Demissie, Esq., - Attorney for Plaintiff - J. Nutter, Esq., - Attorney for Plaintiff - whose whose address is Demissie & Church, 929 address is 27 School Street, Suite 400, take the ice in a game that children and families will tion at Faneuil Hall and Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 01, Boston, MA 02108 your answer on or before will highlight Boston’s repu- skate on the same rink as through the final lap around Cambridge, MA 02139 your answer on or January 6, 2010. If you fail to do so, the Court will proceed to the hearing and the tation as college town. the world’s best hockey play- the Fenway ice on January before January 29, 2010. If you fail to do so, th the Court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also Prior to the BU-BC match- ers. Kids dream of doing this 10 , Boston’s culture, pas- the adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer in the up, the Northeastern Uni- all the time — and now sion, and values will be on Office of this Court at CAMBRIDGE. required to file a copy of your answer in the versity Huskies and Univer- they’ll be able to fulfill that proud display. In a few Office of this Court at CAMBRIDGE. Witness, HON. PETER C. DiGANGI, Witness, HON. PETER C. DiGANGI, Esquire, First Justice of said Court at sity of New Hampshire Wild- dream in baseball’s most weeks, thousands of visitors Esquire, First Justice of said Court at CAMBRIDGE, this 18, day of November, cats women teams will com- cherished park. and spectators will learn 2009. CAMBRIDGE, this 9, day of December, 2009. pete in the first women’s Our city will also be on dis- what we already know — Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Run date: 12/18/09 college hockey game to be play for visitors and viewers that Boston is a world-class Run date: 12/18/09 played outdoors. from across the country and city. Page 16 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, DECEMBER 18, 2009

HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB

CORNER TALK by Reinaldo Oliveira, Jr. by Richard Preiss

The days, as they say, are new coach had taken his coming down to a precious few place behind the bench. — the ones remaining before Still, as the game began, the the much heralded NHL Flyers could say they had won Winter Classic takes place on three of their last four meet- New Year’s Day at Fenway ings with the Bruins and were Park. By the time you read undefeated in their last five this there’s a good chance the games at the Garden (4-0-1). countdown will have reached In addition, they were 6-1-1 single digits and be that in their last eight contests in much closer to the much the Hub. hyped big day. From the Bruins point of Yet in the frenzy to cover view the game was a spirited the Fenway contest, there affair for the first two periods, was a much overlooked pre- with the B’s taking a 1-0 lead Matt Lambert. The son of liminary game that took place into the final stanza. In those Paul Lambert. just a little more than two decisive final 20 minutes weeks before all eyes shift to they had the stats on their and myself. I am reading Yawkey Way. side but little else. here, that Matt’s father Paul That would be the meeting The Black and Gold were Lambert of Biddeford Maine of the teams — the Bruins 11-1-0 in games where they was quite the Fighter. Paul and the Philadelphia flyers — had taken a 1-0 lead and were Lambert was Born in Boston that took place at the Garden a sterling 9-0-0 in games (22 years before the date on December 14 — effectively where they were leading af- of this article April 29, serving as a dress rehearsal ter two periods. Conversely, 1949), and fought under the for what might be in store as the Flyers had not won a game name of Paul Drew. He was the New Year is welcomed in this season when trailing managed by his uncle Ted a rather unique fashion at the after 40 minutes (0-10-0). Drew, a former professional historic baseball venue. All that was about to change boxer himself. This article The Bruins on that Decem- as the teams hit the ice for on Paul Lambert is in the ber night were in second the third period. First James Biddeford Daily Journal, place behind Buffalo in the van Riemsdyk found the dated 4-29-1949. Middle- Northeast Division while the range early and knotted the weight Paul Drew, had a very Flyers occupied last place in count at 1-1 less than three impressive11-1-0 Boxing the Atlantic Division. Despite minutes in. Then midway Sucra Ray Oliveira, Jaime “The Hurricane” Clampitt and record. His TKO loss, was that fact the Flyers came in through the period Flyers #16 in the World . from an cut eye. Three as the last Eastern Confer- defenseman Kimmo Tim- fights later he avenged this He’s back. Heavyweight What fight, was he watch- ence team to defeat the Bru- onen struck from the blue lone loss and defeated the Chris Arreola 28-1, 25 KO’s ing? I am glad Max ins in an overtime shootout line to give the visitors a 2-1 same fellow, in a return of California is back. He Kellerman called it a dis- this season, a 4-3 victory in lead. He later scored an empty match. I appreciated this battled and beat a valiant graceful Scorecard, in re- Philadelphia on October 22. netter in the closing seconds article. It’s nice when state- Brian Minto of Pennsylva- gards to 119-110. If the de- They also came in with a by shooting the puck the ments, are backed up by nia, by way of a fourth round cision was given to either of new head coach — Peter length of the rink to make it documented dated verifying TKO. In this fight, Commen- the fighters by a close score. Laviolette — the former Caro- a 3-1 final. statements. Such as past tators Max Kellerman, No problem. The problem is? lina Hurricanes coach who It marked another disap- articles in newspapers, Larry Merchant, Jim How could a judge see this was hired on December 4. pointing night for B’s net- magazines, and/or books Lampley, Harold Lederman, fight 119-110? Listen The Franklin, Massachusetts minder Tim Thomas, voted that verify information. Emanuel Stewart, M.C. judges? Don’t make my native, who replaced John the top goalie in the league Thank you. Jimmy Lennon Jr., and Ref- Sport, look bad. Fighters Stevens behind the bench, last year, but one who saw his There’s a good article in eree Eddie Cotton, all did fight honestly, and give their most recently had served as season log lowered to 7-8-4 The January 2010 Ring justice for this fight. Brian all. Judge fights, as they are. the head coach of the 2006 with a .914 save percentage Magazine. This article is Minto is a tough fighter, who As I’ve always said? If the Stanley Cup Champion Caro- and a 2.48 goals against titled “The Ring 100.” “Rank- came in weighting 218 lbs. World were full of Boxers, It lina Hurricanes. Earlier in average. ing the Best Fighters, In the to the 263 lbs. of Chris would be a better World. I his career he was behind the B’s coach Claude Julien World.” by William Dettloff. Arreola. Chris Arreola was many times, get amused at bench with Islanders. would later call that third pe- #1 is , and just too strong, as all could these injustices. People are Closer to the Hub, he’s riod “a meltdown” and stress #2 is Floyd Mayweather. observe. Brian Minto fought placed in positions of author- known to Bruins fans as a that many things have to be What a Super-fight this will very well, and lost to a bet- ity with no, or limited cre- former B’s assistant who also improved. But from a fan’s be? The only New Englander ter fighter this night. The dentials. Then these coached the team’s minor view, it certainly was an in- I see in the Ring 100, is tough Chris Arreola, won “wannabes” screw things up, league affiliate — the Provi- teresting game — one that #16, Chad Dawson of Con- over a talented opponent in and go about there business dence Bruins — for two sea- easily could have captured necticut. Boxer Family Brian Minto. Then, two like nothing happened. sons (1998-1999 and 1999- the attention of a national member Nicky Rossi, is to southpaws. The six foot three They mess other people’s 2000). In his first year at television audience if it had be congratulated. He is the inch Junior Middleweight lives up. Fighters fight, to do Providence his team compiled been played on New Year’s son to Francesca Fratalia Paul “The Punisher” Will- the best they can. Let’s get a 56-16-4-4 regular season Day. Rossi, and Tom Rossi. Nicky iams 38-1, 27 KO’s of the real. Let’s stop putting record and then raced But, of course, it wasn’t. Rossi, is also the grandson USA and Sergio Gabriel square pegs, into round through the playoffs with an The two points earned did of RIP Francesco “Kid” Martinez 44-2-2, 24 KO’s holes. We wonder why, excellent 15-4 mark to claim wonders for the Flyers — pro- Fratalia. Nicky Rossi made of Argentina, fought an ac- things get screwed up, as the Calder Cup Champion- pelling them upwards in the first team All American at tion fight. Referee Randy they do. So you think, Box- ship. For his efforts Laviolette tight Eastern Conference Offensive Guard and Defen- Newman, did a fine job. Both ers are Punchy? “Ding!” was named the AHL Coach of standings — still out of play- sive Tackle. He received the got knocked down, in the Look around. the Year. off range to be sure — but still Scholar Athlete and League first round. The winner af- There are some good fight- The Flyers have never easily within striking dis- MVP Award, as the Outstand- ter twelve rounds is Paul ers, in this era. I observed swept the Bruins in a season tance with more than half the ing Lineman of the Year. “The Punisher” Williams. 25-0-1, 20 KO’s series. They currently hold a regular season left to go. He is a standout Football When asked about getting of Romania defeat Librado 2-0 series lead and can take It probably also did won- Player in Pittsburgh Penn- knocked down in the first Andrade 28-3, 21 KO’s of the third step towards a four ders for their confidence — sylvania, where they won round, Paul Williams says. , by way of a four game sweep if they manage knowing they could now the League Championship, “That’s part of my business.” round Stoppage. This Super- to win the Winter Classic. come from behind and win a congratulations, on your The decision given, was con- middleweight Title fight was But in a what-have-you- game on the road against a achievements. troversial. Not on who won. won by Lucian Bute, who done-for-me-lately NHL those tough team. Motivationally, it The controversy was on the impressively defeated historical statistics don’t was probably all a coach who score given by Judge Pierre Librado Andrade. Lucian mean much once one is grew up in Eastern Massa- Benoist. Many rounds were Bute is a very talented hired. They might get the chusetts needed to get him- close. I thought Williams fighter. He has a nice as- coach the job but current self ready for Fenway. won. Martinez did fight a sortment of punches, and positive results are what al- Thus, the dress rehearsal good fight and kept it close. hits well. He previously de- low coaches to keep their po- wasn’t bad. Like all rehears- Judges Julie Lederman had feated Librado Andrade by sitions. als there’s still some things it 114-114, and Lynne decision, and improved on To that end Laviolette ar- that have to be worked out. Carter called it 115-113 Wil- the outcome the second rived at the Garden not quite But somehow, when the Big liams. There are no prob- time around, they fought. having begun to right the Day arrives, we have a feel- lems, with the close scores Congratulations. Flyers’ foundering ship. Still ing that Laviolette and his low given. The problem is, with We are here at the Mezza in last place in their division, ranked Flyers will be ready. the decision given by Pierre Luna Restaurant in Buz- the Flyers came off the team After all, what Eastern Mas- Benoist. He scored the fight zards Bay, Iron Mike Grandfather to Nicky Rossi, bus on Causeway Street own- sachusetts native wouldn’t 119-110 for Paul Williams. Pusateri, Matt Lambert, Francesco “Kid” Fratalia. ing a 1-4-0 record since their want to win at Fenway?