VOL. 118 - NO. 10 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, MARCH 7, 2014 $.30 A COPY Hunt Carries Dorchester Seat, Ryan Wins Big in Charlestown by Sal Giarratani primary election to replace both Marty Walsh and Eugene O’Flaherty who gave up their seats to become mayor and Boston corpora- tion counsel respectively. Spring In the 13th district, Dan Hunt a scion of a well-known Dorchester political family defeated second place fin- isher John O’Toole by a two- to-one margin. Hunt’s other Ahead opponents included Liam Dan Hunt Curran, P.J. McCann and Dan Ryan I love politics and have Gene Gorman. City Councilor Roy Be sure to move your clocks since first meeting James The 13th House seat has Avellaneda. Coming in for Michael Curley back in often been a springboard in the bronze was Chris AHEAD one hour 1955 when he was still run- the past for seeking higher Remmes of Charlestown. ning for mayor and I was office. Before Walsh, the Ryan’s victory brings the on Saturday Night March 8, 2014 seven years old. My neigh- seat was held by Jim Brett Second Suffolk House seat borhood growing up was part who ran for mayor in 1993 back to Charlestown. It has of Ward 8 and as politically against Mayor Tom Menino. been 35 years since a as an area could be. My state Further back, in the ’60s Townie Jimmy Collins representative was Charlie Bob Quinn moved from t served as state representa- Iannello who worked for his his House seat to becom- tive in this House district. constituents up on Beacon ing Speaker of the House Voter turnout was low with Hill for 19 years. Charlie was and then state attorney less than 20 percent of vot- News Briefs the consummate Boston pol general. ers making it to the polls. In who practiced Politics 101 In the Second Suffolk Dis- the end, the race turned into by Sal Giarratani 24/7. trict over in Charlestown a get out the vote campaign On Tuesday past, voters and Chelsea, the top vote and the Ryan campaign had Quote To Note in the 2nd and 13th Suffolk getter was Danny Ryan, who the best ground game going House districts went to the garnered a near two-to-one on primary day as did Dan “If you can dream it, you can do it.” polls in yet another special margin win over Chelsea Hunt in the 13th district. — Walt Disney Whatever Happened to Poor Walt? Walt Disney passed away in December 1966 while I was a young airman at Lackland AFB in San Antonio, Texas. His family had him frozen Making Connections Kicks Off and sent to the same warehouse that Ted Will- Effort Aims to Better Connect Low-income Seniors iams ended up at. I hear they are pretty close now like in hanging near each other. OUCH! and Persons with Disabilities with Services More than 4,000 seniors Good Old Chief Justice John Roberts and persons with disabilities With his decision on Obamacare, Roberts living in the Boston Housing turned what F.A. Hayek called “The Road to Serf- Authority’s elderly/disabled dom” into a superhighway. Our government all developments will soon be but owns us and can order us to do pretty much getting a knock on their whatever it wants us to do. doors from a volunteer ask- As far as what is happening on the interna- ing them how they are tional level, folks should read “The Gathering doing. Storm” by a guy named Winston Churchill. Our Mayor Martin J. Walsh foreign policy today shows great weakness no joined staff from the BHA matter what part of the globe we are talking and city’s Commission on about. It is looking like the 1930s all over again. the Affairs of the Elderly to- No wonder we are so disillusioned with both day to kick off Making Con- the Democrats and Republicans. They appear to nections, a new initiative to be two sides of the same coin. When it comes to better connect BHA elderly L-R: Bill McGonagle, BHA Administrator; Mayor Martin accusations against one another, those accusa- and disabled residents with Walsh; Felix Arroyo, Chief Human Services; Emily Shea, tions may be the only thing Americans actually needed services, at the Commissioner Affairs of the Elderly; Kristin McCosh, can believe today with a bit of certainty. Torre Unidad development Commissioner for People with Disabilities and Sheila in the South End. Dillon, Chief of Housing. “It’s imperative that we Reid Goes After Koch Brothers lend our seniors and persons want to make sure they can velopments in the city by the The top Democrat in the U.S. Senate, Harry with disabilities a helpful take advantage of the re- end of July. Trained volun- Reid, recently called both Koch brothers “un- hand and provide them with sources we provide.” teers will ask a series of American” and accused them of “trying to buy the services they need,” said The joint initiative aims to questions to identify the ser- America” without ever mentioning a number of Mayor Martin J. Walsh. survey a resident living in vice needs of the household; (Continued on Page 5) “There are a number of each of the 4,339 house- following the surveys, the valuable services available holds in the BHA’s elderly/ to our residents, and we disabled public housing de- (Continued on Page 6)

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Massachusetts GOP Stands for Liberty and Against Oppression and Coercion INTRARE JULIUS CAESAR On Saturday, March 22nd, will assist a woman during Caesar obtained the gov- delegates to the 2014 Repub- a crisis pregnancy. ernorship of a conquered lican State Convention will “We reject all forms of portion of Gaul together gather in Boston to vote on discrimination, intolerance with control of four legions. candidates for public offices and exploitation. We are He became highly skilled and adopt the Massachusetts opposed to modern-day sla- in arms and horsemanship Republican Party 2014 Plat- very and human trafficking and he possessed incredible form. From the readership and respect the inherent powers of endurance. When area of the Post-Gazette I dignity of all human beings on the march, he was always have the names of following and their right to freedom. at the head of his army, delegates from East Boston: We believe the institution both on horseback and on Charles Veiga, Henry A. of traditional marriage foot, in sunshine or in Boyd, Michael Palermo, strengthens our society. rain. He traveled great dis- James Loring, Vincent There should be no infringe- tances with incredible speed, Gioioso, Erik Stivaletta, ment on the rights of the planned his battle strategy Joseph Steffano, Sterling people of Massachusetts to well in advance and struck Sobey and Chris Morton. vote on ballot initiatives. when and where least The Party Platform they “Our Party vocally sup- expected. When victory was will be adopting has already ports religious liberty. As uncertain, he often sent been written by the Massa- a Party, we support the away all of his horses in chusetts Republican State Constitutional guarantee of order to remove any tempta- Committee. The platform is individual religious freedom Julius Caesar leads his troops through Gaul. tion for retreat and to a strong statement in favor and we oppose judicial and impress upon his troops the of individual liberty and legislative attempts to eradi- Gaius Julius Caesar was and earned a civic crown for necessity for holding their against all forms of oppres- cate faith, whether in sym- th born July 12 in the year bravery. He returned to Rome ground. sion and coercion. The plat- bol or practice, from public 102 B.C. into a noble and aris- in 78 B.C. and gained such He referred to his men form “plank” on “values” life. tocratic family that traced its popularity and reputation as comrades and not as sol- deserves to be read, in whole, “We affirm every citizen’s ancestry back to the very through his oratory that he diers, he valued them for and I, accordingly copy it right to apply religious beginning of Roman history. decided to go to the Island of their gallantry and never below. values to public policy and During a one-hundred-year Rhodes to study under attempted to curb them “True to the spirit of we support the right of faith- period from 160 B.C. to the great orator of the day, except in the presence of the Abraham Lincoln and Ronald based organizations to par- 60 B.C., there were several Molo. His trip was inter- enemy. He took no notice of Reagan, Republicans believe ticipate fully in public pro- Caesars who held public rupted when he was cap- conspiracies that were de- that unalienable individual grams without renouncing office and at least four of tured by pirates and held for tected, other than to make rights and the responsibili- their beliefs, symbols or them were honored with the a fifty thousand dollar ran- it known that he was aware ties that go with them are hiring practices. consulship (chief magistrate). som. After being released he of them. He kept a watchful the foundation of freedom. “We support the First Not too much is known made good a promise to re- eye for deserters or muti- “Informed by the essential Amendment right of freedom about the youth and educa- turn and crucify his former neers and punished them guarantees of the Declara- of association for religious tion of Julius except that his captors. An interesting at- more severely. tion of Independence, we organizations, including the instruction was entrusted to tempt to comment on his During the next several affirm the inherent dignity right of religious organiza- a distinguished teacher of merciful nature is given in years, he continued with the and sanctity of human life. tions to refrain from partici- grammar and rhetoric. the story that he slit the conquest of Gaul in a series We believe that every pation in public policies He married Cornelia throats of the pirates before of campaigns which showed instance of abortion is tragic. that violate their religious Cinna, daughter of an oppos- crucifying them so that they his skill and variety of tac- We advocate policies that conviction.” ing party member in a civil wouldn’t suffer too much. tics, as well as his energy war against the dictator After completing his study of movement, which are Sulla. Caesar was ordered at Rhodes, he returned to said to be unsurpassed in to divorce Cornelia but boldly Rome to fill a vacancy the annals of warfare. refused, consequently, his in the Supreme College of After a great victory he property was confiscated and Priests and threw himself usually turned his men he was forced into a short into politics with great loose on the town, boasting PINELLI’S period of hiding. energy. He was kind and that they could fight well FUNCTION FACILITY A military experience was generous to everyone; no even when reeking of considered necessary for any applicant for aid went away perfumes. Per young Roman of rank, so empty handed and his popu- NEXT ISSUE: BEREAVEMENT BUFFET $14.95 Person Julius joined a Roman legion larity became unbounded. The First Triumvirate Please accept sincere condolences, from the Spinelli’s family and staff. 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Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 Dance Floor for a Great Cause 617-227-8929 617-227-8928 FAX 617-227-5307 by Sal Giarratani e-mail: [email protected] Over 250 people showed up at the Beachmont VFW Post Website: www.BostonPostGazette.com in Revere all attired in poly- Subscriptions in the United States $30.00 yearly ester, Cuban heels, platform shoes and either long side- Published weekly by burns or Afro haircuts to Post-Gazette, 5 Prince St., P.O. Box 130135, have some great fun and Boston, MA 02113 raise money to benefit the USPS 1538 – Second-Class Postage paid at Boston, MA Kiwanis Club of East Boston POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the which helps children not POST-GAZETTE - P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 only in our nearby commu- James V. Donnaruma Caesar L. Donnaruma Phyllis F. Donnaruma nities but around the world. 1896 to 1953 1953 to 1971 1971 to 1990 The buffet was terrific as was the Italian pastries; lots Vol. 118 - No. 10 Friday, March 7, 2014 of prizes to win and DJ Alan LaBella providing the enter- OUR POLICY: To help preserve the ideals and sacred tainment. What showman traditions of this our adopted country the United States of this guy is on stage – also, a America: To revere its laws and inspire others to respect special; guest appearance by Here’s a crowd you won’t forget anytime soon. and obey them: To strive unceasingly to quicken the public’s the late great Michael Jack- sense of civic duty: In all ways to aid in making this country son who drove up from Provi- greater and better than we found it. dence. No, not heaven but rather Rhode Island. There was quite the di- GOVERNMENT CENTER verse crowd there: folks who actually danced to Disco while it was happening and Closure Meeting those who wished they were Government Center Project public information meetings us. The costumes were not will be held on Tuesday, March 11th from 6:00-7:30 pm in costumes back in the day. East Boston at the East Boston Neighborhood Health We actually thought we Center, 20 Maverick Square, 4th Floor and on Thursday, looked “cool” or was the term March 13th at 10 Park Plaza, 2nd Floor, Conference Rooms “hot” back then. My friends 1, 2 & 3 in Boston. used to call me “Sal DJ Alan LaBella and Sal Giarratani looking like the The MBTA project team will discuss the details of the Travolta” back then at disco The late great Michael Disco Blues Brothers. station closure during construction, as well as the reha- clubs like Casablanca on Jackson. bilitation work and accessibility improvements for Govern- Beacon Street in Brighton. prise of the evening was the ment Center Station and the surrounding plaza area. Sometimes we can go sight of once again seeing Log on to http://www.mbta.com/about_the_mbta/ home again. My disco three Michael Jackson in person public_meetings/ for info. piece suit long gone but I do singing, grabbing his you- have a flaming red shirt and know-what and moon walk- great white tie (almost the ing. He looked better last old days again). Saturday than he has in THINK SPRING, Buddy Mangini had a great years. You could hardly tell disco pink suit and match- you were being entertained Spring Cleaning That Is! – ing Afro and Donna Charvat, by a dead guy who still loves she looked just like Peggy to dab bleach on every so of- Annual St. Francis Flea Market Lipton in the “Mod Squad.” ten. About four or five guys were However, all fun and kid- L-R: Jeanne-Marie-Cabe, The North End Friends of St. Francis House will be having trying to pass for Clarence ding aside. Everyone was aka “Nancy Sinatra” and their Annual Flea Market, Bake Sale and Eggplant Sand- Williams III. there helping Kiwanis help Tanya Crowell sporting a wich event on Friday, April 4th from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm and However, the biggest sur- our children grow up safely. sensational Afro. Saturday, April 5th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Nazzaro Community Center, 30 North Bennet Street, North End, Boston. So it is time to start looking in your closets, cellars, attics, New Boston Showing its Strength storage rooms, etc., and Help Them Help the Homeless. They will be collecting all kinds of used treasures for their at Recent Democratic Caucuses Flea Market. Small appliances, lamps, records, CDs, DVDs, by Sal Giarratani jewelry, collectibles, toys, games, knick knacks, small fur- niture like an end table, coat rack or magazine rack, etc. As a registered Democrat, NO CLOTHES of any kind, please. I showed up last Saturday, Donations can be dropped off at the Nazzaro Center start- February 22 Ward 1 Demo- ing on Saturday, March 29th. cratic Caucus at the They will also be collecting spare change — a great way Salesians Boys & Girls Club to help out is to save spare change over the next month in East Boston. Normally, and then drop it off at the event. these caucuses attract They will also collect BRAND NEW — in the package — some thirty to fifty local basketball or tube socks, underwear or toiletries for men Democratic activists to elect and women. delegates to upcoming state For more information e-mail [email protected]. conventions. This year, the cafeteria was jam-packed with almost 200 locals wait- Mary Sheran of Eastietalks ing to both nominate and with Lt. Gov candidate Gail Miller and Anthony Albano. (Continued on Page 12) James Arena-DeRosa.

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On doorways all around der peas and asparagus of also whip up hearty vegetar- Can’t We All Just Celebrate my town, I see decorations spring have yet to line store ian minestrone with root veg- St. Patrick Together in Peace? of sparkly green shamrocks shelves. Therefore, Lent im- etables left over from the and grinning leprechauns, bues the naturally dormant winter. My favorite Lenten The liberal news-media when a so-called Irish LGBT tantalizing reminders of the quality of nature during this dessert is pizza fritta (fried and LGBT advocacy groups organized, seemingly for the St. Patrick’s Day festivities time with a religious mean- pizza dough dusted with have painted the South sole purpose of breaking to come. Robins are now ing. When my father and sugar) just inhaling its fresh Boston Allied War Veterans into South Boston on the a regular sight around the grandmother were growing scent transports me back to Council as homophobic for parade route. The veterans trees and bushes surround- up in Italy, Lent, known as making it in my grand- its ban on all groups took the issue right up to ing my home, heralding the Quaresima in Italian, was a mother’s kitchen. Other who wish to march in the the U.S. Supreme Court start of warmer weather with strict interval of austerity Italians enjoy quaresimali annual parade with placards and won their case. So, for the flash of their bright red and severe rules. The rules (almond biscuits) baked, as proclaiming their sexuality the last almost 20 years, feathers. However, though have loosened up a lot since the name suggests, espe- beyond simply marching starting in late February, signs of spring abound, the then, but the overall sym- cially for Lent. The Lenten behind a banner for the some but by no means all feeling of a season in tran- bolism of purification still season in Italy furthermore marching unit. Reportedly, gay advocates started beat- sition, with its accompany- remains at the heart of the contains several feast days MassEquality wants no ing their parade drums ing unpredictability, is ever- holiday. For example, a folk scattered within its weeks. restrictions on using the about their exclusion from present as well. Snow still tradition not present in the One is Mezza-Quaresima parade to apparently shout the parade. The liberal blankets the ground and Bible encourages people to (Mid-Lent), which falls on out their sexuality. Execu- media jumped in and joined slate-gray skies hover above give up something for Lent the fourth Sunday of Lent. tive Director Kara Coredini the cause. Once again South us, reminding us of winter. — a bad habit, perhaps, or an This holiday honors the stated, “LGBT people should Boston makes the headlines A chill air continues to prod extraneous indulgence. The midway point of Lent and not have to silence who they and creates a controversy us into scarves and coats. purpose of this should not be the nearness of Easter and are to celebrate other parts about yesterday. During this time of the year, self-deprivation, but rather a many Italians celebrate it of themselves.” I was glad to see that when winter slowly and chance for reflection, an op- with parades and festivals Excuse me but that sounds Mayor Marty Walsh, a first reluctantly releases its grip, portunity to examine one’s reminiscent of Carnival. Fi- pretty intolerant to me. When generation Irish American, folkloric calendar customs values and priorities. This nally, in Italy and elsewhere, I march in the St. Patrick’s decided rather than just mark the changing cycle of year, I will give up snacking people commemorate Lent Day Parade, I do so to declare simply boycott the line of the seasons. This week, we after dinner so that I can be by performing charitable ac- my own West Cork Irish march, he would try as best enter the period of Lent, conscientious about when tions and giving to others. roots. I don’t go there to tell he could to broker a deal which brims with not only and why I eat. The promise Kindness and generosity are folks about my Sicilian between both sides. Over a religious significance but of Lent is that this dedication brighter and warmer than roots because that’s not the years, other elected seasonal symbolism as well. and resilience will reap its any spring sun. what this celebration is all officials have boycotted Through its emphasis on rewards in a joyous Easter When spring seems so far about. their responsibility to unite simplicity and reflection, and a blooming springtime. away, and when it seems Liberals look at John people as Bostonians. It is Lent guides us to spring with While Lent remains de- that the overcoat of snow will “Wacko” Hurley as the obsti- easy to march away from the purpose and renewal. voted to meditation and in- never melt away into the nate bigot unwilling to tol- parade. It is more difficult to Lent begins on Ash trospection, it also contains sky, it is helpful to think erate views he doesn’t share bring people together. The Wednesday, which occurs its own unique customs that of holidays like Lent, which but declare, they will not Allied War Veterans have March 5th this year and have become ingrained in wisely guide us into the compromise or budge one moved to a new and better spans a 40-day period prior culture. Most obviously, Lent new season. Now that the inch, who are the real place, but MassEquality to Easter, the most impor- abounds with specific foods excesses of rowdy feasts intolerants? wants no compromise. For tant feast in the Christian that characterize the sea- like St. Valentine’s Day and Back in the ’50s and ’60s, them it is all or nothing. God calendar. Traditionally, Lent son. Since meat is tradition- Mardi Gras are over, the I remember taking the forbid, the issue of inclusion is a time to focus on contem- ally forbidden on Fridays dur- time proves right for purifi- “City Point” bus out of in this parade ever goes plation, charity and prayer, ing Lent, many restaurants cation and meditation. The Dudley Station in Roxbury away; it is great PR for some rituals which echo the puri- sell fish sandwiches, but I rituals of Lent, their empha- for Andrew Square where the within Boston’s growing fication rites that the Earth always sample a delectable sis on self-reflection and parade kicked off. My first LGBT community. undergoes as winter slowly strawberry-studded Hot Cross improvement, mimic the generation Irish American South Boston is not the cedes its reign. Lent also Bun from Panera as soon as renewal of nature as the mother would never miss it same South Boston of historically included fasting, they are available. In Italy, vernal equinox approaches. and she took my dad from 1995. It has grown and a practice which proves creative cooks find ways This Lent, do good deeds, pon- the North End and me and its demographics have deeply aligned to natural to prepare wonderful dishes der the triumphs and chal- my brother to celebrate our changed. It is now a diverse rhythms of the year. As that honor the Lenten re- lenges of the past year, and Irish-ness. She even made community where most Mother Earth has only just strictions. The importance of purify yourself of any nega- my dad wear a bright green folks have learned not begun stirring from her win- seafood throughout Lent tive emotions in order to tie. only to tolerate each other ter slumber, fruits and veg- means that visitors to Italy face spring with rejuvena- Life was so much more but also to respect one tion and joy. Never give simple then before the pol- another. up hope for the upcoming itically correct crowd started Wacko Hurley may be Old Fully Insured springtime — after all, the screwing up everything in- School but he is not a bigot. word “Lent” shares the same cluding a good parade. The Strange how some in the Lic #017936 origin as the verb “to day was about enjoyment, other camp say they are tol- lengthen,” referring to the watching the CYO bands erant, but when it comes to growing hours of daylight in march by playing great tunes treating everyone the same, the spring. The sun will and watching military units, as in being a homogeneous Heating & Air Conditioning shine again, and so the especially the U.S. Navy from community, they seek to Sales, Service & Installation year’s wheel rolls on. the nearby South Boston remain outsiders. Naval Annex. Then, there I am not in the same place Ally Di Censo Symynkywicz were the clowns — never to today as I was back in 1995. Ken Shallow is a Graduate Student in be confused with the many I believe gay members of 617.593.6211 [email protected] History at the University of politicians following them. the South Boston commu- Massachusetts Boston. She It was all part of a festive nity have a right to be in appreciates any comments day that ended up going the line of march to cel- and suggestions about Italian to someone’s house party ebrate joyfully in neighbor- holidays and folklore at for green beer and corned hood pride. Southie Pride is [email protected]. Richard Settipane beef. what has kept South Boston The only politics allowed a terrific and safe neighbor- DRIVERS - Home Nightly! in the line of march were hood to call home. Insurance Agency Boston Flatbed! - Great Pay, Benefits! political aspirants trying to I have many gay friends Since 1969 CDL-A, 1yr. Exp. Req. make a name for them- who celebrate at the parade Estenson Logistics selves. Even during the heat and at after-parties because FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS Apply: www.goelc.com of the anti-busing move- on St. Patrick’s Day, they 1-866-336-9642 ment, ROAR was never are Irish first. We must stop AUTO • HOMEOWNERS • TENANTS invited to march because it living in inertia and throw COMMERCIAL was deemed not proper in a away yesterday’s junk that Small Ads neighborhood parade honor- still clings to many of us Experience makes the difference ing St. Patrick. The anti- today. busers accepted the decision The lament of the Irish 209 BROADWAY, REVERE, MA 02151 Get Big of the parade committee and is dark. All songs sung speak never thought twice about of lost dreams and wars. Tel. 781.284.1100 Fax 781.284.2200 Results not marching. After all, we It is time to sing of pride for For more information call had plenty of our own protest the entire Irish community. Free Parking Adjacent to Building parades to organize. See you at the parade. I 617-227-8929 The whole silliness began never miss it! POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014 Page 5

NEMPAC Brings LEGAL NOTICE A Frank De Pasquale Venture Commonwealth of Massachusetts Italy’s Song Traditions to Boston’s The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Middlesex Division Bricco Bricco Panetteria “Little Italy” for a One-of-a-Kind Event 208 Cambridge Street Boutique ItalianCuisine Homemade Artisan Breads East Cambridge, MA 02141 241 Hanover St. • 617.248.6800 241 Hanover St. • 617.248.9859 NEMPAC and North Bennet Street School are collaborat- (617) 768-5800 ing to create “O Sole Mio,” a truly unique combination of Docket No. MI13P6285EA Trattoria Il Panino Umbria Prime vocal performances and informal lectures that hopes to cre- Estate of Boston’s 1st Original Trattoria ate a newfound appreciation for the Italian heritage that VIOLA J. CORSETTI 5 Story Steakhouse Also Known As 11 Parmenter St. • 617.720.1336 Oyster Bar & Night Club flows so strongly through the North End. Sponsored by the VIOLA CORSETTI Friends of the Italian Consulate Center of Boston, the event Date of Death October 15, 2013 Quattro 295 Franklin St. • 617.338.1000 th is set to take place on March 15 at 2:30 pm at the North INFORMAL PROBATE Grill, Rosticceria & Pizzeria DePasquale’s Bennet Street School at its newly-renovated, elegant build- PUBLICATION NOTICE 266 Hanover St. 617.720.0444 ing at 150 North Street. The workshop will last about an To all persons interested in the above 5 Homemade Pasta Shoppe captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner hour with a lite reception to follow where the audience can GiGi Gelateria Over 50 Varieties Sharon B. Blakely of Waltham, MA a Will has 66A Cross St. • 617.248.9629 meet and interact with the performers. been admitted to informal probate. 50 Flavors of The creator of “O Sole Mio” (My Own Sun), Adrian Sahlean, Sharon B. Blakely of Waltham, MA has been Homemade Gelato informally appointed as the Personal Repre- 272 Hanover St. • 64 Cross St. Eagle Design is an Italian professor, musician and writer from the Longy sentative of the estate to serve without surety 617.720.4243 School of Music of Bard College. His passion for music and on the bond. Commercial & Residential its effect on people are what inspired him to organize this The estate is being administered under Construction informal procedure by the Personal Represen- N.E. Scene Boston program. When asked to define Neapolitan song for people tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- Magazine 256 Hanover St. Suite 8 who aren’t musically trained, he responded “[It] is very bate Code without supervision by the Court. 617.201.7951 traditional Italian music; it lies in their hearts and connects Inventory and accounts are not required to be A Magazine of Food, Wine, filed with the Court, but interested parties are Tradition, Travel & Culture The Ocean Club them as a people.” entitled to notice regarding the administration Sahlean will lead three classical singers as they present from the Personal Representative and can 256 Hanover St. • 617.570.9199 at Marina Bay the audience with songs that are probably familiar to most, petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and Maré 62,000 Square Feet of yet unknown in their origin. “These are the songs people expenses of administration. Interested parties Seafood & Oyster Bar Outdoor Nightlife hum as they walk. You may not know them, but you find it are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- 135 Richmond St. • 617.723.MARE 333 Victory Rd. • 617.689.0600 easy to sing along,” Sahlean said of the nature of the music. minating or restricting the powers of Personal Of course, singing along isn’t required, but the audience is Representatives appointed under informal pro- www.depasqualeventures.com sure to have a connection with the performances. cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, North End Music and Performing Arts Center is a small can be obtained from the Petitioner. Run date: 3/7/14 non-profit organization that has been bringing music, • News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) theater and dance to the North End since 2001. 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The An Automatic Restraining Order has been CENTRO ATTIVITA’ SCOLASTICHE ITALIANE entered in this matter preventing you from taking servatives when he goes more things change, the more any action which would negatively impact deaf, dumb and blind on big it seems they stay the same. LEARN ITALIAN the current financial status of either party. money liberals who do far Remember not so long ago SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. You are hereby summoned and required more spending and appar- when President Obama drew 2014 INNOVATIVE to serve upon Song-Kun Kim, Esq., Law ently are “trying to buy that red line warning the Offices of Song K. Kim, 160 Main Street, America’ too. Syrian president to back ITALIAN SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM Stoneham, MA 02180 your answer, if any, on or before April 7, 2014. If you fail to do so, the Another Great Quote down? He didn’t. Obama did. C.A.S.IT. Inc. 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DeCristofaro, Register of Probate people my heroes.” news for America and our in- July 7, 2014 - July 18, 2014 Run date: 3/7/14 — Mr. Fred Rogers speak- terests around the world. 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 noon Eliot InnovaƟ on Upper School 585 Commercial Street - Boston, MA 02113 ATTENTION The camp is a great opportunity for students to be exposed early to a foreign language and get them excited about language ATTORNEYS learning. There are many benefi ts that learning a foreign language provides, from experiencing new cultures to gaining the skills needed to succeed in today’s world. The camp will be full of fun The POST-GAZETTE acƟ viƟ es that will prove to be a blast for all children! We will newspaper is a paper ROSTICCERIA & TRATTORIA commence each day with a moƟ vaƟ onal song or game. 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Page 6 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014 Saint Frances of Rome by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari ALL THAT ZAZZ by Mary N. DiZazzo

Beauty & Brains Ciao Bella, There are just some things in life you are undoubtedly grateful! When strangers be- came friends and these friends have been there for you in good and tough times! When teachers who could be teaching at Harvard are teaching you in an Adult Ed class atmosphere. How lucky can you be? This wonderful school to learn it all is The Cambridge Center for Adult Education in Harvard Square. When I first moved to Beacon Hill almost 23 years ago I came with no friends and barely made any at all within the first years. “Spring Classes Now”! I spent many afternoons on my apartment’s a fantastic experience for 20 years meet- finished roof deck staring out onto The ing many teachers and classmates becom- Massachusetts State House and the rush- ing lifelong friends! ing people below. There were so many people The classes offered now are cooking in I wanted to meet. I yearned to meet them their new kitchen space in The Blacksmith all! But how? House, languages galore, acting, photogra- I attended trade school in Cosmetology. phy, grammar and a marvelous line up of That training was a unique and serious hundreds of classes of everything under the education in itself! I may write a book about sun! A New class BEAUTY & THE BRAIN by a it all and how my life is enriched! Making neuroscientist will discuss Beauty and what people beautiful, making them feel instantly it is! fab and learning to mix hair color and cut- So consider taking a class, learn some- Frances, one of the greatest mystics of the fifteenth ting perimetric shapes was quite satisfying. thing new and feel smart! century, was born in Rome of a wealthy family, in 1384. She However, I craved to learn how to read Say hi to Obi and Kevin! They can certainly decided at eleven that she was going to be a nun. Her father Shakespeare, see opera and discuss it, even satisfy your interests! told her she was far too young to make such a decision but poetry and short stories needed to be con- Buona Giornata, Mary not too young for marriage. He had already promised her in quered. Reading “Dante” will hold a special marriage to the son of another wealthy family. At the age place in my heart. A column for another day! Read prior weeks’ “All That Zazz” columns of twelve she gave in to her father’s wishes and married a So, one day while I was shopping Harvard at www.allthatzazz.com. Mary is a third- wealthy nobleman named Lorenzo Ponziani. Square on the famous Brattle Street there generation cosmetologist and a Massachusetts Her mother-in-law Cecilia loved to entertain and expected it was a yellow school house with a rich distributor of Kosmea brand rose hip oil prod- Frances to enjoy the parties and revelry that were a part of history. I went in and brought home the ucts. She may be contacted at (978) 470-8183 her privileged status. Frances was miserable and collapsed catalog of brain feasting offerings! It’s been or [email protected]. from the strain. Frances had three children, Giovanni- Evangelista and Agnes, who passed away at a very young age, and Battista survived to carry on the family name. A flood brought disease and famine to Rome. Frances gave orders that no one asking for alms would be turned away Saint Joseph’s Day Feast from her door. She and her sister-in-law Vannozza went out to the poor with corn, wine, oil and clothing taken from A Sicilian Tradition at La Summa’s the family stores. Battista was taken to Naples which probably saved his life because soon a plague hit that took For over a decade, OSIA Renaissance includes: meal, tax and tip. All meals the lives of many, including Frances’ nine-year-old son Lodge Officer Barbara Summa, owner of must be paid for in advance. Beverages Giovanni Evangelista. the North End’s famous restaurant are not included. Civil war came to Rome. Frances sent Lorenzo out of Rome “La Summa” located at 30 Fleet Street, Checks should be made payable to to avoid capture, leaving Frances alone to face the North End, Boston has hosted a tradi- “OSIA” and must be received before attackers. Drunken invaders broke into her house, tortured tional Saint Joseph’s Day Feast. the event. Make checks payable to and killed the servants, demolished the palace, literally This year’s Saint Joseph’s Day Feast “OSIA” and mail to: Dr. Dean Saluti, th tore it apart and smashed everything. At this point, her will take place on Sunday, March 16 P.O. Box 692027, Quincy, MA 02269. house in ruins, her husband gone, one son dead, another from noon to four. You may park your car on the street son in exile, she could have given up. She looked around, Enjoy the delicacies of our heritage, or in the Commercial Street lot at the cleared out the wreckage of the house and turned it into a Anise and Orange Salad, Broccoli Rapé end of Fleet Street by the waterfront. makeshift hospital and a shelter for the homeless. and Beans, Calamari Salad, Assorted We also suggest that you arrive early. Finally the war was over and Battista and Lorenzo Frittata’s, Stuffed Artichokes, Pasta This event has always been a sell- returned home. Lorenzo returned broken both in mind and Mollica, Pasta Fennel Sarde, assorted out so early RSVPs are essential. body; Frances was determined to restore him back to health. Traditional Desserts, Fresh Fruit and Contact Marjorie Cahn at 617-285- In 1425, with Lorenzo’s support Frances started a lay order Coffee. If we’re lucky, she may even 6564 for further details or to make your of women attached to the Benedictines; they became the have Smelts! reservations. This will be a wonderful Benedictine Oblates of Tor di Specchi. They were approved The price is $40.00 per person which event for you, your family and friends. by Pope Eugene IV on July 4, 1433. The women lived in the world but pledged to offer themselves to God and serve the poor. Eventually they bought a house where the widowed • Making Connections Kicks Off (Continued from Page 1) members could live in a community. Commission on Affairs of the erly/disabled residents as a nizing, affordable housing Frances nursed Lorenzo until he died. His last words to Elderly will then follow up result of deep federal law, private sector affordable her were, “I feel as if my whole life has been one beautiful with individualized referrals budget cuts. Going forward, housing management and dream of pure happiness. God has given me so much in to insure that the needed the BHA joined in partner- affordable housing policy. In your love.” After his death, Frances moved into the house services are being provided. ship with the Commission addition, the Committee in- with the other Oblates and was made superior. At 52 she Surveys will be conducted at on Affairs of the Elderly to cluded two residents of had the life she dreamed of when she was 11. She had individual sites on a sched- better explore the needs of BHA elderly and disabled been right in discerning her original vocation — she just uled basis for the next sev- its elderly and disabled res- housing. The Committee had the timing wrong. God had other plans for her in eral months. idents and to insure that was charged with: between. “We’re pleased to begin the residents were better con- • Assessing the needs and Frances passed away four years later, on March 9, 1440, resident phase of this initia- nected to the various re- structure of resident service at the age of 56. Her last words were, “The angel has finished tive,” said BHA Administra- sources in the community coordination at BHA, his task — he beckons me to follow him.” Frances was tor Bill McGonagle. “We very that will meet those needs • Reviewing nationwide canonized by Pope Paul V in May of 1608. Her body lies in much look forward to having for them. best practices of resident the church of Santa Francesca Romana. conversations with our resi- In order to assist with this support and service coordi- dents who are elderly and effort, an Elderly and Dis- nation in elderly and dis- disabled; we want to hear abled Housing Service Com- abled housing, and what they have to say and to mittee was created by the • Creating recommenda- ensure they are getting what Mayor in June 2013. The tions for implementation in they need to have a good Committee included experts BHA Elderly and Disabled quality of life.” in public housing manage- Housing. In May of last year, the ment, service delivery to The Committee will provide USTINE ANDLE BHA eliminated its Resident elders and persons with recommendations to Mayor J Y Services program for eld- disabilities, resident orga- Walsh in several months. PHOTOGRAPHY 781.589.7347 [email protected] WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM WWW.JUSTINEYANDLEPHOTOGRAPHY.COM POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014 Page 7 The Bilingual Freeway Corner Says ... by Orazio Buttafuoco 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. LO SAPEVATE CHE … With all the emails I re- Consider a compromise. room. However, walk away La Giustiia Vaticana fa’ i conti al termine dell’anno di ceive, I thought I would an- After all, maybe it’s not so and the cat will scamper on Vatileaks (2012). Da informazioni dalla Sala Stampa della swer this one — Frisky bad to allow her to scale the the counter for grins. Your Santa Sede l’evento piu’ significativo fu la scomparsa di kitty’s energy can be over- top of your fridge. Perhaps kitty could be bouncing documenti personali dagli uffici del Palazzo Apostolico. whelming. there’s a window sill in the around on objects, in part, to Durante l’anno 2012 la Giustizia Vaticana si e’ dedicata, Question: I love with all my kitchen or another place get your attention. It’s work- fra l’altro, all’applicazione della norma di trasparenza heart, but my 9-month- where she can climb. Offer ing! Your distress might be finanziaria con un nuovo regolamento in materia monetaria old kitten is driving me toys for your kitty. This a game for kitty. entrato in vigore nel novembre 2012. Purtroppo in Vaticano crazy. She jumps on kitchen doesn’t have to be an I would suggest ignoring esiste una carenza di efficienti apparati che manifestano counters, the refrigerator expensive proposition. To a your kitty when she climbs una inadeguata conoscenza del Diritto Vaticano, con gli and stove. Spraying her with kitten, a wine cork, bottle where you don’t want her to. effetti che facilmente si possono comprendere. I profes- water, making loud noises cap, empty box or ping pong Place double-stick tape or sionisti ‘esterni’ mostrano un’assoluta ignoranza del Diritto and slapping her behind does ball are all superb toys. It’s sticky paws (manufactured Canonico. Un giudice ha richiesto appositi corsi di aggiorna- not help. I am a senior citi- important to rotate toys so sticky tape, available at pet mento “come condizione per poter rimanere iscritti nell’albo zen; she is my only compan- they don’t become old and stores and online) on counter degli avvocati abilitati ad esercitare la professione nel Foro ion. I hope you have an an- boring. It’s also great to tops and other places where Vaticano”. Un serio problema sorge quando non-cittdini swer. I cannot bear to give actively play with your kitty, you don’t want her to go. Cats contraggono un matrimonio in Vaticano, ponendo interes- her away, but it is coming to using a “Cat Dancer” or an- detest feeling sticky on their santi questioni di Diritto Ecclesiastico e di Diritto Inter- that. Freeway, please help. other interactive toy. Active paws. If all else fails, there nazionale privato. In aggiunta, le nascite sono quasi nulle, Just keep in mind as I kitties may love a “Mouse are motion detectors that il che suggerisce l’idea che la cittadinanza Vaticana ha answer your email that I am in the House.” Don’t worry, spray citronella in your soprattutto un carattere funzionale. In breve, ecco la strut- not a vet, this is just my it’s not the real thing. A cat’s direction; one example tura della Giustizia Vaticana. Ci sono procedimenti civili e pooch advice to you. toy mouse emerges, so cats is called sscat (available at penali. La Gendarmeria investiga i reati. Non mancano Answer: I do believe you learn to run to check out the selected pet stores). poi la collaborazione con magistrati italiani, particolarmente love your cat. But believe me noise. The mouse is on a Also, try removing tempt- la Corte D’Appello di Roma e la Procura dell Corte Suprema when I tell you, cats climb timer and some kitties even ing tasty morsels from the di Roma. — it’s what they do, espe- learn to push a button that stove top or counters. DID YOU KNOW THAT … cially kittens. Maybe it’s makes the mouse appear. I wish you loads of luck The Vatican’s Justice System has reviewed the events been a while since you’ve Attempting to scare your with your kitty. I don’t know at the end of the year of Vatileaks (2012). As the Holy See’s had a kitten. It’s important kitty or physically taking if any of my answers will Press Office has confirmed the most significant event of you offer alternative places your hand to her in an help. I hope so; if not, get the year was the disappearance of private papers from the for climbing and encourage unfriendly manner will another kitty and they can office of the Apostolic Palace. During the past year the her to go there using treats diminish her trust in you. play and keep each other Judiciary (in the Vatican) has paid particular attention, and praise and perhaps a bed Spraying with water could company — that might work. inter alias, to the ‘financial’ transparency issuing a new if it’s a sunny place. work when you’re in the That’s all for now! rule dealing with monetary matters which became effec- tive in November 2012. Regretfully there is, at the Vatican, a lack of sharp lawyers, for they show an inadequate knowl- One Performance Only by Multiple Grammy Award-winner edge of the Vatican’s laws, with the obvious results. In fact these law professionals have shown total ignorance of the Canon Law. A judge has requested particular updated semi- TONY BENNETT nars as a ‘condition’ to maintain their membership into the ‘Lawyers’ Roll’ to be qualified to perform their legal duties Bill Hanney’s award win- versary of the singer’s in the Vatican’s Courts. A serious problem arises when ning North Shore Music signature song, I Left aliens are married in the Vatican State raising serious Theatre proudly presents My Heart in San Fran- questions vis-à-vis Ecclesiastic laws as well as private TONY BENNETT, the 17 cisco. as well as the re- international laws. Furthermore, the births are nearly null time Grammy Award-win- lease of a new docu- and void, for it suggests that the Vatican’s citizenship has ning musician whose music mentary film, The Zen only a functional character. In short, here is how the spans over six decades of Bennett, created and th Vatican Justice works. There are civil and criminal proce- on Thursday, April 17 at conceived by Tony’s son dures. The Gendarmes investigate all crimes. There is 7:30 pm. Tickets can be and manager Danny cooperation with the Italian Justice System, particularly purchased now through the Bennett. Bennett also with the Appellate Court, in Rome, as well as with the office North Shore Music Theatre released his fourth of the Public Prosecutor of the Supreme Court, also in Rome. box office by calling 978-232- book, Life is a Gift, was 7200, online at www.nsmt.org, also released in 2012 or in person at the Box Of- and entered the NY fice located at 62 Dunham Times Best Seller list. Italian Festa Road in Beverly, MA. with a the release of Duets II Tony Bennett is also a tal- With worldwide record and made music history by ented painter. He has exhib- IN WALTHAM sales in the millions, and making Tony the oldest art- ited his work in galleries dozens of platinum and gold ist to ever have a #1 CD on around the world, and three WANTED: albums to his credit, Tony the Billboard album charts. of his original paintings are VENDORS (Food and others) and CRAFTERS Bennett is a musician who Duets II, followed up Tony part of the permanent col- Bennett Duets: An American for Italian Festa on the Waltham Common on 5/31. touches the hearts and lection in the Smithsonian souls of audiences with his Classic CD, released in 2006. Institute in Washington, OSIA Lodges can also participate.. legendary vocals and charm- 2012 marked the 50th anni- DC. ing stage presence. His long Contact Carol @ 508-655-2099 list of achievements, span- or [email protected]. ning over 60 years, includes 17 Grammy Awards, includ- ing the prestigious Grammy LUCIA Lifetime Achievement Award, R I S T O R A N T E & B A R POST-GAZETTE making this artist a true in- ternational treasure. His Traditional Italian Cuisine EAST BOSTON SATELLITE OFFICE signature tunes, such as Steppin’ Out with My Baby 415 Hanover Street, Boston IS NOW OPEN and I Left My Heart in San Francisco form part of the 617.367.2353 MARIE MATARESE fabric of American music 35 Bennington Street, East Boston culture. Often billed as the world’s most boyish octoge- 617.227.8929 narian, Tony Bennett is a 11 Mount Vernon Street, Winchester TUES. 10:00 A.M. - 3.00 P.M. vital musical artist at the 781.729.0515 peak of his powers. THURS. 11:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M. Sony Legacy just released Tony Bennett: The Classics Private Function Rooms for any Occasion which showcases a compila- Christening • Bridal Shower • Baby Shower ACCEPTING Advertisements tion of selections from Tony’s recent series of Duets CDs, Birthday • Bereavement, Etc. General Advertisements • Sales and Rentals as well as solo versions of Memorials • Legals many catalog favorites. Donato Frattaroli ADVERTISING WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Tony Bennett celebrated [email protected] www.luciaristorante.com his 85th birthday in 2011 Page 8 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014

THOUGHTS by DAN S IMPLE About This & That with Daniel A. DiCenso Times . . . by Girard A. Plante The New Golden Age of Television I know I’m going to have to political spectrum for me and vinced me of TV’s new life When I received the gen- Cathy Youngblood’s story wait for time to prove me it’s not a stretch to say that was Lost, one of the most erous honor to write this col- was featured in the March 1st right, but it’s apparent to me Norman Lear’s sitcom did compelling and powerful se- umn from Post-Gazette Pub- edition of the Los Angeles that the second golden age of more to clarify the meaning ries I have seen. It had some lisher Pamela Donnaruma Times. She hails from Ohio, television has come and, of ‘liberal’ and ‘conservative’ of the most surprising, excit- in October 2003, she gave where she held a steady job here’s the bad news, is draw- for me than anything else. ing, and suspenseful writing me the opportunity to name at General Motors in the ing to a close. But weep not, Before Hannity & Colmes, All since The Twilight Zone and my column. 1980s and her husband was a healthy new trend of qual- in the Family was my first in- offers as much food for I tossed around ideas as a bus driver. They relocated ity TV may have been set, troduction to political debate thought. Oh, how I learned to I learned days prior that to California, with Cathy thanks largely to HBO and and sparked my interest in appreciate dramatic series she sought a name and landing a job at Frito Lay and AMC. Of course, I can evalu- politics. Even more so, how- after that. Mad Men has be- instructed me to write about her husband remaining a ate this after being brought ever, at such a rapidly chang- come a perennial favorite issues that mattered to bus driver in El Segundo. up exposed to television’s ing time in my life, when col- and I credit it with some of families and focus on topics But the bottom of their first golden age. lege and relationships as well the best acting in television. with an angle towards bet- stable middle-class employ- TV was regulated when I as planning for the future I don’t think I’ll ever become tering neighborhoods. ment fell apart the day was a child and, though were taking such a toll on a true Game of Thrones afi- As I thought about being Cathy’s husband injured his we had cable, if I was to be me, I appreciated the show’s cionado, but I do watch it a member of the Baby back and was unable to left alone with the tube, ventures into the harsh re- faithfully. Where HBO has Boomer generation, those of work. Frito Lay shuttered its channel surfing was limited alities of the real world, from really hooked me, however, us Americans born in the plant in the late 1990s. to Nickelodeon, Disney Chan- Archie’s struggles in the is with Boardwalk Empire, a post-World War II years from For years, Cathy held onto nel, and PBS. Like most working world and his rough gangster saga produced by 1946 to 1964, I recalled grow- a promise. “I’d always kids, I got to know the likes road to the American Dream Martin Scorsese with all the ing up in the 1960s and wanted to go back to school,” of Mr. Rogers and Big Bird of owning his own business brilliant acting, writing, and 1970s and how simpler life she recalls. Cathy majored quite well. Maybe I’m biased, when he buys Kelsey’s Bar. suspense you would expect moved along during those in Africana studies and but I remember children’s TV At first, I was startled by the from his movies as well as a two decades gliding through anthropology at Cal State being much better in my day darker tone of All in the Fam- beautiful recreation of Prohi- grammar school, junior Dominguez Hills. Then cruel but, then again, my parents ily and it made me, like it did bition-era Atlantic City. I high and graduating high reality struck as her hus- would probably say that about its original fans, rethink the willingly suspend belief for school in 1978. band suddenly died. the shows they grew up with. possibilities of sitcoms. The Following, about a dis- Although historians have Despite her loss, Cathy’s As a big fan of The Flintstones, Depending on whom you graced FBI agent played by referred to the 1960s as the inner resolve carried her I have to say, they have a ask, the first golden age of TV Kevin Bacon and his cat-and- most violent decade on through full-time work as case. ended in the early 80s, when mouse game with a murder- American soil in the 20th a hotel housekeeper in But my parents introduced M*A*S*H drew to a close, ous cult leader (James century, my childhood recol- West Hollywood. Within me to the classic sitcoms at though the sitcoms of the Purefoy). It’s violent and grim lections are fond as families three years, she graduated an early age, a move made mid-80s to early 90s are to- to a fault and doesn’t feature were more stable, neighbor- “with honors” in 2009. Her possible by Nick-at-Nite in day fondly remembered by a single authority figure that hoods safer and unified, longtime desire to work in a the days before Netflix and late Generation X-ers and has made at least one stupid people less harried, the museum soured as such Hulu. I Love Lucy quickly rose the first wave of Generation move any real detective would future bright despite the prospects proved fruitless. to the title it still holds to this Y. never make, but I’m hooked. awful assassinations and Perhaps her age is the day as one of my all-time Fear not, though, for his- Likewise, I had reservations civil unrest. And of course, reason she never landed favorite shows. From here I tory repeats itself and the about Sleepy Hollow. No pur- prices for food and gasoline that dream job. So, she’s started to discover the clas- next golden age of television ist of literature likes to see were less expensive than plodding along on $17.10 an sic structure of sitcoms, has come. Of course, I miss a classic work like Washing- today’s otherworldly costs hour tidying up hotel rooms. character evolution, and a the great variety shows of the ton Irving’s story mangled for those necessities and Cathy is trying to fathom continuous narrative flow, past (that formula is never like this, but this new take, everything else. how it is she’s making observing Lucy and Ricky, returning despite the endur- about Ichabod Crane (Tom So, my decision to name $35,000 a year — the identi- moving along with Fred and ing popularity of Saturday Mison) coming back to life in this column Simple Times cal hourly wage she earned Ethel, from their apartment Night Live), but TV has been present day to once again results from an era that I at GM in the early 1980s. in New York to Hollywood for revitalized beyond anyone’s fight the Headless Horseman perceive as simpler than the But she’s not complaining as a few months while Ricky expectations. Even during its (now one of the horsemen of times we’re living in today. the hotel’s healthcare ben- was under contract to a stu- doldrums, TV hit a few land- the apocalypse) won me over. In writing my column, I’ve efits and sporadic tips help dio, then to a grand tour of mark posts such as Seinfeld And don’t think for a tried to weave the genuine her barely pay monthly bills Europe, until they moved to (the next evolutionary step minute that sitcoms are generosity, goodness, kind- such as college loans. the Connecticut countryside. in situation comedy) and The dead. No way. In fact, two of ness, respect for people and She works earnestly after The doors were opened and I Simpsons (part two of the his- the funniest shows I have property, gentleness and realizing during difficult grew fond of other sitcoms, tory of animated domestic ever seen are still on. Psych, seemingly endless simplic- years she collected food namely The Munsters, The sitcoms which started with about a fake psychic and his ity of life that swirled about stamps and lived in Section Honeymooners and The Abbott the Hanna-Barbera classics buddy (James Roday and my upbringing by a large and 8 subsidized housing. “I’m & Costello Show. For thrills and later moved to Family Guy Dule Hill) who are hired by extended family of aunts, proud to be a housekeeper,” nothing suited me better and now Bob’s Burgers), but, the reluctant Santa Barbara uncles, neighbors, educators exclaims Cathy. than Alfred Hitchcock Presents despite these high points, I police department to solve and others. Life and job experiences and what I consider to be one can’t help but think of the bizarre crimes, and Big Bang Everywhere me and my six prompted her to join the local of the greatest TV shows of late 80s to early 2000s as a Theory about a gang of socially siblings traveled with our hospitality industry’s union all time, The Twilight Zone. low stretch for TV. In part awkward geniuses and their parents safety and harmony to advocate for largely Latina These shows remain favor- this may just have been my long-suffering girlfriends, were evident. We worked coworkers who desire to ites and the older I get the state of mind. I devoted my are both worthy of standing together similar to millions climb higher up the career more I enjoy them. But I also time, then, to film studies, alongside sitcoms like The of American families no ladder in the hotel industry. began adding to my list as I working on my book on film Dick Van Dyke Show for the matter their situations to She supports a wage in- aged and became interested criticism and either had or talent and comedic genius thrive, not merely survive. crease to $15.37 proposed in politics and world affairs. allowed little time for TV. But involved. I have yet to watch I’ve been following the by the L.A. City Council. All in the Family was my top I think what really resur- the British original, but I current daily TV news re- With hotel industry insiders watched show during my se- rected TV for me was the found the American version ports and reading my choice reluctant to pay the $15.00 nior year in high school and newfound respect it found of The Office pretty funny and of eight newspapers relat- per hour, Cathy gets riled. “It freshman year in college. It among critics and producers, was sad to see it end. ing to raising the nation’s makes me so angry when was the perfect sitcom for a some allotting it as big a bud- So maybe the late film minimum wage. America’s people say they’re surprised time when my life was at a get as movies. In part be- critic Pauline Kael was right masses of middle-class work- the pay could go up to $15.00. crossroad, because it re- cause of this, TV shows are when, nearly a decade after ers struggling to pay absurdly Hotel employees work really flected a time when America often linked to movies with her retirement, she said that high monthly rents and hard and you used to get itself was at a cultural cross- the cast, producers, and di- the greatest talent had mi- mortgages, college students paid for hard work in this road. Archie and Meathead rectors they share. For me, grated from the big to small unfairly burdened by crush- country.” defined the two ends of the the first series that con- screen. 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In the meantime, I Boston and its environs, I nomic realities, we Baby still have Downton Abbey, chose to profile a 62-year- Boomers reflect on the days Jewelry Box 345 Broadway, Revere The Wire, and Breaking Bad old woman from Los Angeles when a gallon of gas cost sev- — EXTRA SPENDING MONEY — lined-up to explore and from to show the disparity be- enty-five cents. We’d plunk sellgoldmass.com what I’m hearing I won’t be tween today’s working-class Hours 10-5:30 pm every day. Saturdays until 3:30 pm disappointed. earnings. (Continued on Page 14) POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014 Page 9 Socially Scene by Angela Cornacchio

gether with bold poppy colors 7:30 pm and 10:00 pm per- and a few classic black formances. Blue is the Last and white gowns. The sec- Comic Standing Season Four ond: dresses assembled with winner!!! Josh has appeared bright florescent colors and on NBC, MSNBC, FOX News, floral print, and fabulous and Fox Sports Net. In 2005, comfort pantsuits that had Josh emerged as a major all the guests begging for force on the college circuit spring to hurry along. with Main Stage Showcases The event was one of many that garnered rave reviews glamorous shows CKPFashion and helped earn him a Agency puts together and nomination for Best Diver- you can find a listing of sity Event of 2006 by APCA. their upcoming presentations Boston Accents — March 12th at www.ckpfashion.com. The at 7:30 pm, is a local com- debut of the Venni Caprice petition that mocks our Clothing 2014 Spring Col- city’s unique assets. Boston lection was a hit, and The animated Gilbert Accents features the best local fashionista Lori Kyler Gottfried is making his stand-up comedians in Bos- Christensen, is expanding way to Laugh Boston on ton, from legends that have fast and for good reason. You March 16th for a one show put Boston comedy on the can visit her website at only performance. map to the next generation www.VenniCaprice.com for (Photo by bornrich.com) of nationally-known comics the debuted line at the show from our city. but also for more on a cus- before the electric light. Colin Kane will take his tom, high-end collection and Music at Gore Place shot at the Westin Hotel store locations. presents O’Carolan Etcetera Club on March 13-15. Billed Gore Place Fun … With — Saturday, March 15th be- by Dennis Miller as “the the kids getting a little break ginning at 3:00 pm. Cel- next really big comedian” from the books, Gore Place ebrate St. Patrick’s Day a and described by fans as CKPFashion agency was host to “Fashionably Late” at has some great events for wee bit early with early Irish “acerbic and brilliant,” Colin the Liberty Hotel that debuted Venni Caprice Clothing’s children and adults. music! O’Carolan Etcetera Kane nailed down the win- 2014 Spring Line with “Dante” models and designer Lori Take-A-Walk — Monday- brings to life the legacy of ning spot on Howard Stern’s Kyler Christensen (4th from left). Friday from 10:00 am to Turlough O’Carolan, the Kill or Be Killed and is a th (Photo by Angela Cornacchio) 3:00 pm and Saturdays from 18 century Irish harper serial guest on the zenith of 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Chil- whose instrumental compo- early morning radio, Opie Socially Scene Reviewed one,” she said. “Tonight’s dren and their accompany- sitions are among the most and Anthony. Kane’s talent … Last week CKPFashion donation is in honor of my ing adults may explore the enduring and spirited in the and prolific vocation have Agency was host to “Fashion- best friend Kevin O’Boyle, open spaces and hidden Celtic tradition. Also, selec- allowed him the opportunity ably Late” at the Liberty who means so much to me.” places on 48 acres of land by tions from three centuries of to work for everyone from Hotel to debut Venni Caprice Lori was a clear professional, renting activity backpacks traditional instrumental the racially charged Paul Clothing’s 2014 Spring but the most impressive part and taking a self-guided tour music: early English dance Mooney to the deeply per- Collection. was that the fantastic piece of the farm and grounds. tunes, Irish jigs and Scot- ceptive Jerry Seinfeld, play- The event was indeed, she was wearing had been Each backpack contains tish airs; reels from old ing on his ability to appeal “Fashionably Late,” being it sewn at five that morning. binoculars, a magnifying New England that set toes a- to a diverse cross section of didn’t start until 10:00 pm, When the show began, glass and seasonal activities tapping and not to be missed audiences. yet Socially Scene was able to each of the “Dante” models appropriate for children ages French Canadian tunes The legendary Gilbert snag a pre-show interview started out on the second 3-8. Gore Place is a great played on the hurdy-gurdy. Gottfried will be on stage with designer Lori Kyler floor catwalk of the former place to give the kids hands- Evening Tour — Friday, for one performance on th th Christensen. She was happy jail house. Afterwards they on lessons in history with- March 28 at 7:30 pm. Enjoy March 16 at 7:30 pm. to share her inspiration for would race to the lower out losing the vacation feel. a tour of the beautiful 1806 Gottfried began doing stand- the line, which had hints of entrance then come back in Snowshoeing — Monday- mansion and learn why up at open mike nights in soft turquoise, her favorite sight by softly floating up the Friday from 10:00 am to experts have called it “The New York City and after a few color that worked well with escalator to show each piece 3:00 pm; Saturday from Monticello of the North.” short years, he became the print. Lori also men- on the four different plat- 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. You can Gore Place is located at 52 known around town as “The tioned that she likes to take forms placed around the rent snowshoes and explore Gore Street, Waltham. For Comedian’s Comedian.” different patterns and use main room. The setup was the 50-acre estate. Snow- more information call 781- Laugh Boston opened the them together, which gives perfectly put together by CKP shoes are available to rent 894-2798 or visit the doors to its 300-seat state- her a unique angle in the themselves. You could see whenever there is sufficient museum’s website at of-the-art comedy theater in industry. The night had a each design from every snow on the ground. www.goreplace.org. September of 2013. The Tick-Tock, a Tour of the Laugh Boston … The venue features premier portion of the proceeds angle, and the height the th donated to The Wounded models were displayed at Clocks — Friday, March 7 Hub’s hottest new comedy stand-up comedy, including Warrior Fund, which Kyler is was a photographer’s dream. at 7:30 pm. Join an evening club is bringing in some fall a weekly show called Boston very passionate about. “The There were two rounds of tour focused on the many out of your seat acts! Accents, as well as national Wounded Warrior Fund is styles to hit the stages. The clocks in the collection led Josh Blue will take center th (Continued on Page 13) something very important to first: a collection of dresses by Collections Manager stage on March 8 at me. It’s a charity that gives that focused on what Lori Lana Lewis. back to the protectors of our mentioned of the two differ- Music at Gore Place country, we all know some- ent patterns coming to- presents Classical guitar All the glory that was Rome ..... Pompei duo Paola and Evelyn Molina — Saturday, March 8th at 3:00 pm. Full Moon Tour — Friday, Mattéo Gallo March 14th at 7:30 pm. Join an evening tour entitled Living in the Dark. The tour o Appraisals asks visitors to imagine Sales & Rentals what it was like to live

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The show opened on June 17th at the Hanover There’s a new sound in with a host of highlights that Mercer’s Something’s Gotta with “Five O’Clock Some- Theatre in Worcester. For town on 106.1. A longtime include a pair of never-be- Give, the ripples of Wave from where’’ doing their thing, further information, go to friend of mine from my fore-heard songs: the tender Antonio Carlos Jobim and then the curtain (well, there TheHanoverTheatre.org. Roxbury days is on the air A Million by John Legend” and the final touches have the really wasn’t any curtain) NEW REGINA PIZZA SITE there. If you don’t know the new artist Kim Cesarion’s smooth It Had To opened and there sat Kenny Regina Pizza has opened name of the song, all you Undressed. Outstanding cuts Be You and the swinging My on the drums sounding up at Foxwoods Resort Ca- have to do is hum it. He’ll — Legend’s hard driving This Foolish Heart. Superb! like either Buddy Rich or sino, so the next time you’re know the song’s name. “The Time, along with Gary Clark, DUDU TASSA & Ringo Starr. On this night, down there, you won’t have Time Tunnel” starts every Jr.’s Grammy Award-win- THE KUWAITIS Kenny seemed more electri- to gamble on the pizza be- Saturday at 8:00 am until ning Please Come Home and RockPaperScissors fying than even the electri- cause Regina’s is the best High Noon. He is the one and James Brown’s funky Get Up For Dudu Tassa, making fying Dominic Petrosino. pizza ever. You may be in only Skippy White, a/k/a (I Feel Like Being A Sex this record was similar to an RUNNING FOR MARTIN Connecticut but the taste is “The Professor” and on-air Machine) — just keep on archeological dig — as he EVENT IN DORCHESTER pure North End. personality. This guy is a coming on with Feel So Good had to dig deep into his Iraqi The Martin W. Richard ST. ROCCO’S BANQUET music historian. It’s like (Jamiroquai), the intriguing Jewish roots to find the Charitable Foundation held The St. Rocco Fraternal getting up to a breakfast Rose Quartz (Toro Y Moi), source of the songs created a fundraiser at Florian Association of Malden will of great old music and the soul power of Never Stop by his grandfather and great Hall in Dorchester on Febru- be holding its 85th anniver- there are no calories to be (The Brand New Heavies) uncle. Daoud and Salleh Al ary 27th and over 325 folks sary banquet on Saturday, counted. and the gem Diamonds Kuwaiti were very popular showed up for a great night May 3rd at Anthony’s in NEW LT. GOVERNOR (Y’akoto). Additional beauties Arabic composers and per- of fun for a great cause. We Malden. For more details, go CANDIDATE SHOWS UP have Bobby Caldwell’s What formers in the first half of all remember Little Martin to www.saintroccosfeast.org. IN EASTIE You Won’t Do For Love, trailed the 20th century. Dudu’s task as the youngest victim of Viva San Rocco! I recently met up with by Pink Martini’s intoxicat- was to arrange the material last year’s Marathon Bomb- HE’S IN YOUR EAR James Arena-DeRosa from ing No Hay Problema, the for his eighth album, so it ings. This year his friends I recently dined over in Holliston via Roslindale over saxy Blue Holiday (Charles made sense to young ears, by and neighbors are raising Dorchester at the Phillips at the recent Ward 1 del- Brown), plus Rudimental’s adding harmonies and even funds and Team MR8 will be Freeport Tavern on Morris- egate caucus for the upcom- Feel The Love featuring John the rock sound he imagined. running in the 2014 Boston sey Boulevard. The place is ing June state convention in Newman and the final cut His work in connecting the Marathon in little Martin’s great. Every Friday and Sat- Worcester. I believe there has Mishon’s Luckiest Man In music, past and present honor and raising pledged urday night a pal of mine, are now five candidates run- The World featuring Problem. was well accepted. Setting funds for the charity named Dom G., deejays the place. ning for lieutenant governor. ELI YOUNG BAND – the tone for the album is the for him. For more informa- The G in his name is for Keep an eye for him on the 10,000 TOWNS spirited Dalina, as for his tion, call Mike or Sheila Genovese and his family campaign trail. We will Republic Nashville personal creations, Dudu’s McCarthy at 617-833-2475. roots are in Abruzzi. How be hearing more from this Gold is still the standard of songs include Roch’t Tlifat, SULLIVAN’S AT could Sal G. not like some- guy. excellence and proof of that the haunting Taadini, plus CASTLE ISLAND NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS is the Eli Young Band’s gold- Wen Yah Galoub and with MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY certified lead single Drunk the orchestra he penned Spring is only 13 days away and Sullivan’s has NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Last Night from their new al- Yah Nabaat el Reechan. It Sealed General Bids for MPA Contract No. L1336-C1, BREMEN ST PARK AND PIERS PARK bum 10,000 Towns. The tal- all comes down to a unique opened with those great hot IMPROVEMENTS, EAST BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, will be received by the Massachusetts ented foursome has already blend of Arabic music and dogs. Soon enough the snow Port Authority at the Capital Programs Department Offi ce, Suite 209S, Logan Offi ce Center, earned double platinum for rock and roll, which was will be gone and the days will One Harborside Drive, East Boston, Massachusetts 02128-2909, until 11:00 A.M. local time on WEDNESDAY APRIL 2, 2014 immediately after which, in a designated room, the bids will be opened the smash Crazy Girl and coined as “Iraq ‘n’ roll” — also get warmer. Soon we can all and read publicly. platinum status for Even If It the title of the documentary get back to running or walk- NOTE: PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE CAPITAL PROGRAMS Breaks Your Heart. The pan- produced to show the two ing around Castle Island, DEPARTMENT (ABOVE ADDRESS) AT 9:00 AM LOCAL TIME ON FRIDAY, ning for gold continues with year process needed by Dudu again shedding those winter MARCH 21, 2014. pounds. I can’t wait to use The work includes BREMEN STREET PARK: REMOVAL OF ALL EXISTING SURFACES eleven potential winners on to create this album. Dudu FOR ALL PLAY AREAS AND WATER PLAY AREA AND REPLACE WITH NEW RESILIENT Towns, including the title Tassa & The Kuwaitis will my sunscreen again, too. RESURFACING. REMOVE EXISTING SPRAY NOZZLES FOR THE WATER PLAY AREA AND cut, the follow-up single Dust, be performing at Johnny D’s Oh, and eating one of those REPLACE WITH NEW NOZZLES. CUT AND CAP WATER FILTRATION/CHLORINATION plus the romantic Angel Like in Somerville on Thursday, great dogs again. SYSTEM, REMOVAL OF RECIRCULATION PUMP AND ADD NEW METER. th ST. PATRICK EVE DINNER PIERS PARK: REMOVAL OF ALL EXISTING SURFACES FOR ALL PLAY AREAS, EXERCISE You, the planning stages of March 13 . EQUIPMENT AREAS, AND WATER PLAY AREA AND REPLACE WITH NEW RESILIENT Let’s Do Something Tonight, THAT AWKWARD MOMENT The County Roscommon RESURFACING. REMOVE ALL EXISTING EXERCISE EQUIPMENT AND REPLACE WITH NEW and the promising Your Last - SOUNDTRACK Association of Boston will be EQUIPMENT. REPLACE EXISTING DRAIN IN FOUNTAIN AREA WITH NEW DRAINS, FRAME, Broken Heart, the pretty What Varése Sarabande Records holding this holiday dinner AND GRATES. Does, the questioning A Lot Composer David Torn was on March 15th at the Irish Bid documents will be made available beginning FRIDAY MARCH 14, 2014. Social Club in West Roxbury Bid Documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge at the Authority’s Capital Like Love, getting their shine chosen to compose and per- Programs Department Offi ce, together with any addenda or amendments, which the Authority may on via Just Add Moonlight, the form the score for the sound- — music by Margaret Dalton issue and a printed copy of the Proposal form. eye-opening Revelations and track of the Focus Features & Erin’s Melody with special The estimated contract cost is $600,000. ending with the confession film That Awkward Moment. guest of honor Mayor Marty A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for fi ve (5) of love titled Prayer For The Torn decided to come up Walsh. For more informa- percent of the value of the bid; when sub-bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit equal to fi ve (5) percent of the sub-bid amount, in the form of a bid bond, or cash, or a certifi ed check, Road. The music of the Eli with a score that is, by his or a treasurer’s or a cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the Young Band just never gets explanation, “very theme- LEGAL NOTICE Massachusetts Port Authority in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The old! oriented, and focused a bit bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualifi ed to do Commonwealth of Massachusetts business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the faithful SINATRA WITH LOVE more on the film’s charac- The Trial Court performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid. Capitol–Universal– ters than directly on the Middlesex Probate and Family Court The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials Signature Sinatra comedic.” Check out the 208 Cambridge Street payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a surety Cambridge, MA 02141 Frank Sinatra graced the strings, piano, gamelan and company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of wages Docket No. MI14D0644DR labels of Capitol and Reprise upright bass, all mixed to- to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts General DIVORCE SUMMONS BY Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay minimum and during that time deliv- gether with Torn’s unique PUBLICATION AND MAILING wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the Specifi cations, ered a potpourri of hits guitars and his textured which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and/or the Commissioner MICHAEL VILLARONGA of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater. and favorite love songs that ambiences. Crozet, a synth VS JUANITA VILLARONGA The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Bodily Injury Liability Insurance and will live forever. Universal band composed of John Property Damage Liability Insurance for a combined single limit of $1,000,000 Said policy shall be on To the Defendant: Records put together this 16- Helmuth and Sean Lee, sup- an occurrence basis and the Authority shall be included as an Additional Insured. See the insurance The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce sections of Division I, General Requirements and Division II, Special Provisions for complete details. song collection for romantic plied two songs from the requesting that the Court grant a divorce for lovers the world over. Enjoy band’s 2012 We’ll Be Gone Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. The This contract is subject to a Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprise participation provision “The Chairman of the Board” By Then album — Closed Complaint is on file at the Court. requiring that not less than SEVEN AND FOUR TENTHS PERCENT (7.4%) of the Contract be An Automatic Restraining Order has been performed by minority and women owned business enterprise contractors. With respect to this stylings with the Gershwin Shades and the title track entered in this matter preventing you from taking provision, bidders are urged to familiarize themselves thoroughly with the Bidding Documents. Strict classic, Love Is Here To Stay, We’ll Be Gone By Then. Also any action which would negatively impact compliance with the pertinent procedures will be required for a bidder to be deemed responsive and the beauty of Johnny Burke/ used were songs culled from the current financial status of either party. eligible. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. This Contract is also subject to Affi rmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port Authority Jimmy Van Heusen’s Moon- the albums of Night Drive You are hereby summoned and required contained in Article 84 of the General Requirements and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s light Becomes You and It Could (After Dark), Black Apples to serve upon Michael Villaronga, 39 Park St., Requirement for Affi rmative Action to Ensure Equal Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal Happen To You both songs ar- (Tales And Truths), Strange Apt. 2, Ayer, MA 01432 your answer, if any, on Opportunity Construction Contract Specifi cations (Executive Order 11246). or before April 7, 2014. If you fail to do so, the The General Contractor is required to submit a Certifi cation of Non-Segregated Facilities prior ranged by Nelson Riddle. “Ol’ Talk (Morning Sun) and Lav- court will proceed to the hearing and to award of the Contract, and to notify prospective sub contractors of the requirement for such adjudication of this action. You are also required Blue Eyes” takes a page from ender Diamond’s I Don’t certifi cation where the sub contract exceeds $10,000. the Cole Porter classics and Recall. Torn’s score has Apol- to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court. Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs delivers Just One Of Those ogy Drawn/Gramercy Park, Department Offi ce at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality WITNESS, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., in or reject any or all proposals. Things, I Love You and From the pensive Just One More First Justice of this Court. Date: February 25, 2014 MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY This Moment On. Erroll Gar- Chance and NY’s Charm/ THOMAS P. GLYNN ner is the source of the ro- Every Guy But Me, ending with Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR mantic Misty, maintaining The Pact/Key To The Park. Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014 Page 11

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One of 2014 with the theme “Romance in the Emerson.BoxOfficeTicketSales.com the most acclaimed comedians of his Garden.” Whether it’s in the fairytale FLASHDANCE — March 12-23. generation, Izzard’s unique, tangen- elegance of a royal rose garden or the Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the tial, absurd and surreal comic narra- sleek and sexy site of a modern meet- pop culture phenomenon of Flash- tives are lauded for their creativity and up, romance will blossom in this year’s dance is now live on stage. With elec- wit, earning him a New York Drama landscapes and floral designs. Set to trifying dance at its core, Flashdance Desk Award and two Emmys for Dress the backdrop of spectacular garden — The Musical tells the inspiring and to Kill, two British Comedy Awards for displays by cutting-edge landscape unforgettable story of Alex Owens, a Top Stand-Up Comedian and an professionals and area nurseries, the Pittsburgh steel mill welder by day and Olivier Award nomination for Out- 2014 Show features hours of lectures a bar dancer by night, who dreams of standing Achievement. His comedy and demonstrations by top garden one day becoming a professional per- style takes the form of rambling whim- writers and industry experts, a lively former. When romance with her steel sical monologue and self-referential marketplace featuring thousands of mill boss threatens to complicate her pantomime. He had a starring role as plants and hundreds of the newest ambitions, Alex learns the meaning Wayne Malloy in the television series gardening products and new special of love and its power to fuel the The Riches and has appeared in many events designed to illustrate the pursuit of her dream. Featuring mu- films. In the U.S., Izzard is the first changing landscape of gardening. sical scores that include: Flashdance solo stand-up comedian to perform at — What a Feeling,” Maniac, Gloria, the Hollywood Bowl and has sold-out MARINE INDUSTRAIL PARK Manhunt I Love Rock & Roll. and In three consecutive nights at Radio City South Boston, MA addition to these hits, 16 brand new Music Hall. 877-613-0134 songs have been written for the www.Boston-Theater.com musical with music by Robbie Roth CAPITOL CENTER FOR THE ARTS CIRQUE DU SOLEIL - AMALUNA and lyrics by Robert Cary and Robbie 44 South Main St., Concord, NH — May 29-June 15. Amaluna invites Roth. This show contains some Think Spring! The Boston Flower & Garden Show will be at 603-225-1111 you to a mysterious island ruled by mature content that may not be suit- the Seaport World Trade Center March 12-16. See SPECIAL www.CCanh.com goddesses and guided by the cycles of able for all audiences. CRAIG FERGUSON — March 24. EVENTS for more details. the moon. Their queen, Prospera, Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Ferguson directs her daughter’s coming-of-age THE HANOVER THEATRE got his start in the entertainment ceremony in a rite that honours femi- 2 Southbridge St., Worcester tracks as their duet partners. industry as a drummer for some of the ninity, renewal, rebirth and balance 877-571-SHOW (7469) “It has been so inspiring to work worst punk bands in the UK. Too which marks the passing of these [email protected] MUSIC with such legendary songs from wimpy to be in punk rock, he started insights and values from one genera- SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL the world of Broadway musicals for acting. He played Drew Carey’s boss, tion to the next. In the wake of a storm MYSTERIES — Saturday, March 22. BERKLEE PERFORMANCE CENTER our new album,” says Urs Buhler of Nigel Wick, in The Drew Carey Show caused by Prospera, a group of young Jeepers! Scooby-Doo and the Mystery 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston Il Divo. from 1996-2003. Ferguson has also men seek refuge on the island, trig- Inc., Gang have been called in to help 617-266-7455 become a huge success on the North gering an emotional story of love solve an epic mystery in Worcester. A www.Berklee.Edu/Events ORPHEUM THEATRE American comedy circuit. He performs between Prospera’s daughter and a trouble-making ghost is haunting a SNARKY PUPPY — March 14. With 1 Hamilton Place, Boston all over the country and has sold out brave young suitor. But their love will local theater and Shaggy, Fred, the release of its live, two-disc album/ 617-482-0106 Carnegie Hall and Radio City Music be put to the test. The couple must Daphne, Velma and Scooby-Doo are DVD Tell Your Friends, Snarky Puppy www.OrpheumTheatreBoston.com Hall. Presently he hosts The Late Late face numerous demanding trials and on their way in the Mystery Machine has gone from an underground secret LORDE — March 14. She employs Show with Craig Ferguson on CBS. overcome daunting setbacks before to help solve it! This hilarious live to one of the most internationally a stylish mix of arty, confessional they can achieve mutual trust, faith theater show brings everyone’s favor- respected names in instrumental bedroom pop and club-ready electro- and harmony. music. The three-time Dallas Observer rock that has drawn comparisons to ite animated series to life. Filled with SPECIAL Music Award-winning group (Best Jazz the likes of Grimes, Lana Del Rey and wacky new characters, fantastic songs SOUTH BOSTON Scooby-Doo Act 2008, 2009, 2010) fuses a Sky Ferreira. Lorde became an and outrageous antics, www.SouthBostonParade.org Live! Musical Mysteries, presented by EVENTS deep knowledge and respect for musi- Internet sensation at the age of 16 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE — Warner Bros. and Life Like Touring, cal tradition with sonic and concep- with the video for her debut single, Sunday, March 16, 2014 beginning at will have audiences on the edge of tual innovation in a way that is able to Royals, which garnered over 750,000 HYNES CONVENTION CENTER 1:00 pm. Route: The parade starts on their seats in traditional Scooby-Doo reach the most critical — or most hits on YouTube. Her 2013 debut 900 Boylston Street, Boston West Broadway (easterly), then left fashion. See if this time the gang is in carefree — of audiences. In her semi- EP, The Love Club, hit the number 617-954-2000 onto East Broadway, right onto P over their heads! nal 2010 book, The New Face of Jazz, one spot on both the New Zealand www.MassConvention.com Street, right onto East 4th Street, left HAIR — May 6-7, 2014. The rock Cicily Janus called the group “one of and Australian charts. The New ANIME BOSTON 2014 — onto K Street, right onto East 5th musical that sparked a revolution and the most inventive in sound and funk Zealander continued her meteoric March 21-23. A three-day convention Street, left onto G Street, right into ignited a generation is back! All the since Maynard Ferguson’s fusion rise to fame in 2013 with a growing held annually in Boston under the the Southerly Arm of Thomas Park, original hits and new songs rediscov- years.” fan base and began sessions for her supervision of the New England Anime left onto Telegraph Street, left onto ered from the original production are debut album, Pure Heroine, with pro- Society. Inc. The focus is to celebrate Dorechester Street and ending at played live by The Tribe. Although CITI PERFORMING ARTS ducer Joel Little. Lorde’s work has and promote Japanese animation, Dorchester Avenue. CENTER, WANG THEATRE earned her numerous awards and initially performed in 1967, the uni- comics and pop-culture. This event 270 Tremont Street, Boston accolades. In October 2013, she jointly versal themes of individuality, experi- has been a cornerstone of the North 617-482-9393 won the 2013 Silver Scroll Award for mentation and acceptance in the face East Anime Convention circuit since DANCE www.CitiCenter.org Royals, which celebrates outstanding of oppression are just as resonant the inaugural event in April 2003. IL DIVO — May 16, 2014. The songwriting achievements in original today. All the chart-topping songs that Following unprecedented growth, record-breaking classical crossover New Zealand pop music. For the became anthems of counter-culture they quickly outgrew the space at the CITI PERFORMING ARTS group that has sold more than 26 mil- 56th Annual Grammy Awards, Lorde and the sexual revolution are back, Boston Park Plaza Hotel and moved CENTER, WANG THEATRE lion albums worldwide will bring received four nominations, in which including Aquarius, Let the Sun Shine to the Hynes Convention Center in 270 Tremont Street, Boston Il Divo — A Musical Affair: The Great- she won Song of the Year and Best In, Good Morning, Starshine and “Easy 2005. The main focus on Anime 617-482-9393 est Songs of Broadway Live to the Citi Pop Solo Performance for Royals. In to be Hard.” Bold! Brash! Angry and Boston has always been Japanese www.Citicenter.org Wang Theatre in support of the February 2014 she was chosen Inter- defiant! This new production returns animation and comics, but they have HEARTBEAT OF HOME — group’s sixth studio album, A Musical national Female Solo Artist at the to its rebellious and provocative roots! expanded to include other aspects of March 26-April 6. Heartbeat of Home Affair. The show intertwines the most BRIT Awards. Join the revolution — it’s the dawn- Japanese pop-culture including: features a new and electrifying sound famous songs from Broadway musi- ing of a new age! WARNING: This pro- J-Pop, J-Rock and live-action Japa- written by award-winning, Golden- cals with the individual theatrical TD GARDEN duction contains nudity. nese media and have also delved into Globe-nominated Composer Brian experiences of Carlos, David, Urs and 100 Legends Way, Boston Japanese history and traditional cul- Byrne. The joyous, heart-stopping and Sebastien. The album A Musical 617-624-1050 STONEHAM THEATRE ture, thus encouraging people to high-energy production also features Affair showcases Il Divo’s signature www.TDGarden.com 395 Main Street, Stoneham develop a more well-rounded perspec- high-definition, cutting-edge projec- romantic and emotional interpreta- CHER — April 9, 2014. The one 781-279-2200 tive. In 2012 Anime Boston welcomed tion technology. Heartbeat of Home tion of heartfelt classics like Some and only Cher herself revealed that http://StonehamTheatre.org more than 22,000 people over the showcases world-class dancers from Enchanted Evening (South Pacific), she will kick off her Dressed to Kill SOMETHING’S AFOOT — Now weekend. Ireland, USA, Australia, Britain, “Bring Him Home” (Les Miserables), 49-city North American Tour begin- through March 23, 2014. Murder, STAR TREK CONVENTION — Canada, Italy, Mexico and Spain and “Tonight” (West Side Story) and more. ning in Phoenix on March 22nd with mystery, music and laughs! This June 21-22. The 2014 Star Trek Con- choreography by David Bolger. Music Il Divo has also provided new arrange- stops in NY, LA, Boston, Las Vegas musical, satirical spoof of whodunits vention will include a great list of from the show features the hit song ments for these much-loved songs, and other major markets. The tour like Agatha Christie’s And Then celebrities and offer attendees an off- Lead Me Home by American Idol Jessica as well as invited familiar Broadway comes to TD Garden on Wednesday, There Were None and The Mousetrap the-hook sensational weekend to Sanchez. and pop artists to appear on certain April 9th. Cher’s previous tour, The Fare- will leave you in stitches. Nine strang- remember. We are thrilled to add one ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE ers gather in a remote mansion on a of our favorites to the guest celebrity THEATER — May 1-4, 2014. Alvin stormy night. When the power goes list which already includes three Ailey American Dance Theater grew out, the bridge is flooded, the butler captains, nine total guests and some from a now-fabled performance in is killed in a freak explosion and the fantastic events and attractions all March 1958 at the 92nd Street Y in ITALIAN RADIO PROGRAMS other guests start to die in mysteri- priced at an amazing deal for full days NYC. Led by Alvin Ailey and a group of ous ways. It quickly becomes clear of live entertainment. young African-American modern “The Sicilian Corner” — 10:00 am to Noon every Friday with hosts Tom that (you guessed it) Something’s dancers, that performance changed Zappala and Mike Lomazzo and “The Italian Show” with Nunzio DiMarca Afoot. CAPITOL CENTER FOR THE ARTS forever the perception of American every Sunday from 9:00 am to Noon. Go to www.1110wccmam.com. THE UNBLEACHED AMERICAN 44 South Main St., Concord, NH dance. The company has gone on to — April 10-27, 2014. Discover a piece 603-225-1111 perform for an estimated 25 million “Italia Oggi” — Sundays 11:00 am to Noon with host Andrea Urdi of American history with Ernest www.CCanh.com people at theaters in 48 states and 1460 AM. Go to www.1460WXBR.com. Hogan, the “father of ragtime” and the “A MOMENT IN TIME” A TRIB- 71 countries on 6 continents — as “Dolce Vita Radio” — DJ RocGardarco Mesiti 11:00 am-1:00 pm; first African American to perform on UTE TO ELLA FITZGERALD FEA- well as millions more through televi- Sundays 90.7 FM or online www.djrocco.com. Broadway. Beloved by his fans and TURING MS. CARMEN BRADFORD sion broadcasts. When Mr. Ailey be- “The Nick Franciosa Show” — Sundays from Noon to 3:00 pm on wealthy beyond his wildest dreams, — March 9. With performances on gan creating dances, he drew upon WLYN 1360 AM and WAZN 1470 AM. Hogan was also an infamous writer of four Grammy Award-winning albums, his “blood memories” of Texas, the “coon songs” that many considered sold out concerts the world over blues, spirituals and gospel as inspi- “Guido Oliva Italian Hour” — 8:00 am–9:00 am Sundays on WSRO offensive to his own race. This fasci- and sixteen recordings, Carmen ration, which resulted in the creation 650 AM and online at www.wsro.com. nating world-premiere play imagines Bradford is considered to be one of of his most popular and critically ac- “Tony’s Place” on MusicAmerica WPLM FM 99.1 — Sundays the relationship between Ernest and the greatest jazz vocalists alive today. claimed work, Revelations. Although 9:00 pm–10:00 pm on MusicAmerica. Host Ron Della Chiesa presents Tony's the woman sent to care for him at This celebrated vocalist joins the he created 79 ballets over his lifetime, Place. Visit www.MusicNotNoise.com. the end of his life, as he struggles with Capital Jazz Orchestra as they pay Mr. Ailey maintained that his com- “L’Italia Chiamo Italian Radio Show” hosted by Stefano both his own mortality and the legacy tribute to “The First Lady of Song,” pany was not exclusively a repository Marchese and Emanuele Capoano — Thursdays 2:00 pm–4:00 pm. he leaves behind. Don’t miss Elliot Ms. Ella Fitzgerald. For over sixty for his own work. Today the Company Visit www.zumix.org/radio or litaliachiamo.wordpress.com; email: Norton Award-winning actor Johnny years, Ella set the standard for continues Mr. Ailey’s mission by pre- [email protected]. Tel. 857-334-0868. Lee Davenport as Ernest in his vocalists of all genres and has been senting important works of the past Stoneham Theatre debut! influential to singers from Lena and commissioning new ones. Page 12 POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014

Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

So what is new? Well, Wellesley College Congratula- COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED students are demanding the removal from tions to Mary MEATBALLS campus of a realistic sculpture of a paunchy, Barra! Barra, balding man sleepwalking in his under- the General 1 pound ground beef 1 tablespoon grated Roman wear. Students say the statue is “trauma- Motors new (or ground turkey) cheese tizing” and could “trigger” memories of — and first 1/2 cup Italian-style bread 1/8 teaspoon of garlic sexual assault. Lisa Fischman, director of female chief executive — takes home a crumbs powder or one small the campus art museum, said the statue hefty $14.4 million this year, including long- 2 slightly beaten eggs chopped garlic clove depicts a vulnerable, pathetic stranger term incentive payments. GM said it and has succeeded in sparking “an impas- decided to disclose Barra’s full compensa- Place ground beef or turkey, prepared breadcrumbs, and sioned conversation about art, gender, [and] tion “to correct misconceptions” after its slightly beaten eggs in a bowl. Mix ingredients thoroughly. sexuality.” announcement last month that Barra would Shape meatballs by taking a full tablespoon of mixture and Huh? A Virginia evangelical church began earn just $4.4 million through the rolling it in the palm of your hands into a ball shape. Place offering nude church services, claiming that company’s short-term incentive plan. That each meatball on a lightly greased baking tray. Bake in a forgoing clothes was in-line with Jesus’ anti- announcement raised an alarm that her preheated 350°F oven for about fifteen to twenty minutes.* materialistic message. “If God made us that overall pay would fall far short of that of her Remove from baking tray to separate meatballs from way,” said Pastor Allen Parker, “how can that predecessor, Dan Akerson, who took home excess oil. Makes about twelve to fifteen meatballs, depend- be wrong?” $11.1 million in 2012. One wonders if Mary ing on the size preferred. Great idea! In an attempt to save taxpay- Barra is an Italian American. *To microwave: Place meatballs on a microwave-proof ers money, a Nevada county jail will charge And so we lost a great individual, Shirley platter and cook for five minutes, then turn and continue inmates for their meals and doctor visits. Temple. She was Hollywood’s biggest box of- cooking for five to eight more minutes. “We are not the Hilton,” said Sheriff Jim fice draw when, at age eight, she got a first NOTE: The aroma of frying meatballs filled the air in most Pits. “These guys shouldn’t have a free inkling of her fame. Hearing adoring admir- North End apartments every Sunday morning. My brother and I ride.” The ACLU calls the plan “cruel and ers shouting out their love for her, “I waited for Mama to start frying her meatballs so that we could unusual punishment” and many challenge wondered why,” she later said. “I asked enjoy one before the noontime meal. it in court. my mother and she said, ‘Because your My recipe evolved from watching my mother prepare her bread More than half the prisoners in the U.S. films make them happy.’” By then, in fact, crumbs for the meatballs. Most families had a special technique have a mental health problem, including Temple had “captured Depression-era to acquire their desired taste. When I prepare my meatballs, I schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, accord- America’s heart, said Variety, becoming “as add one tablespoon of grated Romano cheese and one-eighth ing to the Justice Department. This coun- big a star around the world as Greta Garbo teaspoon of garlic powder (or one small chopped garlic clove) try now houses three times the number of and Charlie Chaplin.” She escaped the tight to the flavored bread crumbs. These additions give me the taste mentally ill people in jails as it does in men- control of her parents by marrying at age and aroma of the meatballs I remember enjoying in my tal hospitals. 17. That marriage soon ended in divorce. childhood. Citrulo! Former New Orleans Mayor C. Ray At age 21 she married California business- Nagin was found guilty on 20 counts of man Charles Black, who “introduced her to corruption committed during the city’s the world of Republican politics.” After an Vita can be reached at [email protected] recovery from Hurricane Katrina, including unsuccessful run for Congress, she was bribery, money laundering and filing false appointed a delegate to the United Nations tax returns. Prosecutors alleged that Nagin by Richard Nixon in 1969 and “her golfing • Democratic Caucus (Continued from Page 3) awarded city contracts in the aftermath of buddy,” Gerald Ford, named her ambassa- elect delegates to the up- time local Democrats show- the 2005 storm in exchange for trips by dor to Ghana in 1974, then chief of protocol coming June state conven- ing up at a party caucus private jet and $500,000 worth of bribes. in 1976. Former president George H.W. tion in Downtown Worces- seeking to represent their “Every time a contractor critically needed Bush appointed her U.S. ambassador to ter. Caucuses aren’t always political ward at the Worces- something from Mayor Ray Nagin, he would Czechoslovakia in 1989; she “succeeded pretty and can remind ter convention site. Accord- seize on the opportunity and get some- beyond almost every one’s expectations. folks of a sausage factory but ing to Philip Frattarolli, the thing in return,” said prosecutor Richard “Having been Shirley Temple ‘provides they are the essence of a numbers attending were Pickens during closing arguments. Nagin, name identification,’” she said, but in democratic with a small “d” much higher than expected 57, who was mayor from 2002 to 2010, said diplomacy it had “little bearing on whether society. and there were large num- businessmen invented the charges to get I succeed or fail thereafter.” The face of Boston is bers for activists from the plea deals. He could face more than 20 years Who can ever forget Shirley Temple sing- changing along with the face Chinatown and upper South in prison. ing “On the Good Ship Lollipop.” She made of America. This time End precinct. Be aware, only 40% of Catholics in the history when she danced, most successfully around I observed many first I spoke with a number of United States oppose gay marriage, com- with tap dancer Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, time folks attending these that group following the end pared with about two-thirds of Catholics becoming “the first white actress allowed to caucuses and the large of the caucus. As someone worldwide. Abortion should be allowed in hold hands affectionately with a black man numbers of them who came who grew up in the South some or all cases, say 76% of American on-screen. and became part of the pro- End, I saw the numbers Catholics; 79% support the use of contra- The brilliant Kyle Waters of Swampscott cess. The Latino community turning out in Ward 3 from ception and only 36% agree with the offers some revealing stuff about our presi- showed up with impressive that other side of the ward church’s ban on female priests. dents. Thomas Jefferson spoke six different numbers and also large to be very positive. Gee, 44% of Americans said it was a bad languages. James Madison was the small- numbers of folks who op- In an era when so few decision to hold the Olympic Games in est president; he stood at 5'4" and weighed posed casino gambling made people seem to take local Russia, while 32% said it was a good 100 lbs. John Tyler had 15 children. Harry their presence felt too. politics seriously, it was good decision. S. Truman read every book in his home- Over in the North End in to see so many turn out at So what else is new? One in four Ameri- town library, including encyclopedias, by Ward 3, over 150 local the Ward 1 and Ward 3 cau- can males aged 6 to 19 consumes pizza on age 14. And James Monroe, John Adams Democrats showed up at the cuses. The Democratic any given day. My mother, an Italian, was and Thomas Jefferson all passed away on Nazzaro Community Center Party is changing with so right! She once said that the Americans July 4th. and mirrored the enthusi- many newcomers deciding would someday discover Italian food is the Monumental facts: Boston has the oldest asm I saw earlier across Bos- that democracy with a small best! Well, today there are over 66 thousand statue of Columbus. It was raised in 1849 ton Harbor in Eastie. “d” begins with each of them pizzerias in the country, and we now have a (circa) and believed to be sponsored by Here also there many first working together. pizza museum in Philadelphia. Marquis Niccolo Reggio, an Italian business- Are you a basketball fan? To think, we man and consul in Boston for the Papal never cared to attend a Celtic’s game even States, Spain, the Kingdom of Sardinia and 1st Generation though we could have free tickets. In short, the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. It stands when I was working at WCOP Radio in in Louisburg Square. Italian-American Boston the station decided to broadcast the The distinguished, stately musicologist games and I was responsible for recruiting Albert Natale reminded us that Louis Prima Vita Orlando Sinopoli announcers for the games. Only two indi- — a trumpeter, composer and band leader Shares with us viduals responded to the opportunity to be — successfully crossed the line from jazz to the announcer. And so, we ran a game with swing, then to R&B and finally to rock ‘n’ a delightful recollection a movie projector and without a soundtrack, roll. Some of his famous compositions are of her memories as a child and the only individual who called the shots “Brooklyn Boogie” and “Oh Babe.” His great- was a guy named Johnny Most. We imme- est achievement was his 1936 composition growing up in diately agreed he was the man for us! Years “Sing, Sing, Sing,” which was later recorded Boston’s “Little Italy” go by and whenever Johnny Most spotted me by Benny Goodman and stands as the most and a collection of at a social event he always told his friends powerful big band/jazz hit of all time. it was because of me he landed the gig. Huh? And one more time! Jerry Gray, born Jerry Italian family recipes Do not get bored! World food prices fell in Graziano, a native of East Boston, was a from the homeland. January for the first time in three months, noted music arranger and composer. The thanks largely to lower prices for grains, songs he created are “String of Pearls,” sugar and meat. But dairy products are “Pennsylvania 6-5000,” “Sun Valley Jump,” Great as Gifts getting more expensive; the United Nations and “Here We Go Again.” And it was Jerry FROM MY BAKERY PERCH available on AMAZON.COM registered a 1.3 percent increase in dairy Gray who created Artie Shaw’s biggest hit, and in local bookstores — ask for prices, due to large demand in China, North “Begin the Beguine.” Hard cover #1-4010-9805-3 ISBN Africa, the Middle East and the Russian Soft Cover #1-4010-9804-5 ISBN Federation. AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014 Page 13

• Socially Scene (Continued from Page 9) acts. Laugh Boston is located at 425 Summer Street, Bos- ton in the Westin Waterfront Hotel. Call 617-725-2844 for information on tickets or visit www.laughboston.com for more on upcoming perfor- mances. My mother, God rest her est of my mother’s brothers. nowhere to be found. He A Jazzy Tale … The Ce- soul, used to like to tell From all accounts, Uncle frantically ran from one end lebrity Series of Boston stories. I think she got the Gino would head in the of the backyard to another brings a new twist to jazz by talent from Babbononno. lamb’s direction and play and through the cellar of the introducing Vijay Iyer Trio Many of my weekly columns with it every chance he had, house looking for the ani- with special guest Robert over the years were the and he came to love the crea- mal, but with no luck. When Pinsky on March 14th at result of what my mother ture the same way we might he arrived in the kitchen to 8:00 pm at the Sanders remembered from when develop attachments toward enlist the aid of his father Theatre for POEMJAZZ. she was young and living a dog or cat. in the search for his lost pet, This performance is Vijay under the roof of Mike and Winter became spring and one of the things he saw was Iyer’s second appearance Celebrity Series of Boston Giovannina Contini, with when Ash Wednesday rolled an Easter main course be- with the Celebrity Series of welcomes Vijay Iyer Trio two older brothers and one around, Babbononno made a ing removed from the oven Boston; he made his debut with special guest Robert th younger one. concerted effort to make of Nanna’s big, black iron in 2011 with the Miguel Pinsky on March 14 . It was around the plans for a feast 40 days stove. It was the remains of Zenon Quartet. This is (Photo by early 1920s and Babbo- in the future. He continued the lamb. Robert Pinsky’s second ap- Broadwayworld.com) nonno bought the house to fatten the lamb and From all accounts, my pearance with the Celebrity at 70 Eutaw Street in East when Easter week arrived, uncle yelled, screamed and Series of Boston; he made Boston. When he was single, he and Nanna planned cried due to the disposition his debut in 2002 with the he lived in the North End. the Easter dinner menu. of his pet. Nanna, Babbo- Takács Quartet. vaulted glass ceiling of After he and Nanna were Nanna’s usual menu for nonno and the rest of his In the first part of this pro- the Cohen Galleria in the married, they moved to East Sunday or holiday dinners siblings tried to console him gram, pianist Vijay Iyer Linde Family Wing for Con- Boston and joined with included antipasto, escarole with explanations as to why teams up with former U.S. temporary Art. Nanna’s older brother and soup with little meatballs, the lamb was originally pur- Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky Samba Spirit is modern Babbononno’s best friend, homemade ravioli that would chased. He would have none in POEMJAZZ, a duet perfor- Afro Brazilian art on display Zi’Antonio Ceruolo. When be covered with a meat- of it and ran to his room, mance of poetry and jazz. through October 19, 2014, in the flat on Orleans Street laden gravy that had been jumped on his bed and con- POEMJAZZ presents the hu- the Bernard and Barbara became too crowded, MY simmering for hours, gravy tinued to cry his eyes out. man voice with the reading Stern Shapiro Gallery (Gal- grandparents headed to meats that included sau- Within a short period of time, and performance of poems lery 231). For the first time the Eagle Hill section and sages, meatballs, chunks of Easter Sunday dinner was along with a variety of jazz the MFA presents a selection moved in. In those days, pork or pork ribs, pieces on the dining room table and musical improvisations. In of works by 20th-century there were very few Italians of lamb and maybe some the Contini children along the second half, the Vijay Brazilian artists of African that resided in that section chicken. This would be fol- with a few other relatives Iyer Trio takes the stage descent. Rarely studied in of Eastie. There were a few lowed by vegetables that in- were called to the dinner with its innovative musical the United States, these Irish, but by and large, most cluded stuffed mushrooms, table. Uncle Gino refused to interplay. painters and sculptors drew of the residents were Yan- stuffed artichokes, string eat and had to be threatened POEMJAZZ with Robert on indigenous, European, kees, many being descen- beans sautéed in garlic and to ingest portions of what Pinsky, Vijay Iyer and the and African traditions, and dents of the people who olive oil and a garden salad was placed in front of Trio are a unique presenta- found inspiration in all worked at the Donald McKay seasoned with oil and lemon. him. He flatly refused to tion of two different art forms aspects of Brazilian life — Shipyard which had been That Easter, there would be touch any part of the crea- coming together and a per- religious rituals, urban and located on Border Street, not one addition, a young roasted ture he had befriended and formance not to be missed! rural life, music, and dance. too far from where my fam- lamb that would grace the come to love during that You can catch them on stage Each artist has a distinct ily took up residence. center of the dining room Lenten season. March 14th at 8:00 pm at the approach to subject, style, The house had many table for all to enjoy. Of My mother insisted that Sanders Theatre, Memorial and iconography, creating a rooms and a big back yard, course, a couple of bottles of from that day on, her young- Hall at Harvard University, lively range of imagery. The big enough for the Contini Zi’Antonio’s famous home- est brother had never eaten 45 Quincy Street, Cam- exhibition features key kids to play in with room made red wine would be lamb, a fact that may be bridge. For more informa- works by Heitor dos Prazeres, left over for a garden. Accord- placed on the table for the corroborated by Aunt Ninna, tion on this and upcoming Maria Auxiliadora da Silva, ing to my mother, when adults to enjoy during the Uncle Gino’s wife. I’m afraid Celebrity Series shows visit and Waldemiro de Deus. her youngest brother, Uncle meal. The only problem was to ask because I don’t want www.celebrityseries.org or All are recent acquisitions Gino, was a child, Babbo- that no one ever told Uncle to open old wounds or con- call 617-482-6661. from the collection of John nonno bought a live lamb Gino that his new found pet jure up any sad memories On Site at the Museum Axelrod. and decided to fatten it up for was destined to be digested from the past. of Fine Arts … Sarah The Museum of Fine Arts the forthcoming Easter. It on one of the holiest days of This year, Easter is on Braman’s “Alive” will be at Boston is a magnificent was his intention to have a the year. Sunday, April 20th. Normally, the MFA through March 30th place to get away from the freshly killed lamb dinner As Easter approached, the I combine my family with only! The exhibit Lissbeth day-to-day stress and appre- that Easter Sunday, a tradi- Contini kids were brought my cousin Ralph Pepe. This Tarlow and Stephen Kay Art ciate the beauty in life. tional holiday main course to clothing stores and new year, Loretta and I will be in Wall is in the Eunice and The Museum located at from the part of Italy where Easter outfits were pur- Florida for Easter. I seem to Julian Cohen Galleria (Gal- Avenue of the Arts, 465 Hun- he had originated. Now, I’m chased. Nanna most likely be recouping better in the lery 265). “Sarah Braman: tington Avenue, Boston and not sure if he built a hut in filed her brood into Golden- Florida sunshine than in Alive” debuts new sculpture, can be reached at 617-267- the backyard to house the berg’s department store in the cold weather. My sons painting and video by the 9300 or visit www.mfa.org for lamb during the tail end of East Boston’s Central Square and their ladies will repre- Museum’s 2013 Maud Mor- more on what is currently the winter and early spring and had each one fitted for sent my part of the family, gan Prize recipient. Estab- on display. months. He may have con- a new outfit. They would but more about that as we lished in 1993 in recogni- A Tasty Treat to Compli- structed some sort of a pen then head to a shoe store to head toward the holidays. tion of artist Maud Morgan ment Your Time in the City in the cellar to house the complete their outfits — this GOD BLESS AMERICA (1903–99), the Prize honors … Ostra is a contemporary animal. As I said, I’m not too being a tradition that was a Massachusetts woman art- Mediterranean seafood res- sure at this point. typically American, but one ist whose creativity and taurant. Inspired by local Whichever was the case, that they had adjusted to vision has made significant and European varieties of he had a lamb to fatten for while living in America. Remember contributions to the contem- seafood, Chef/Owner Jamie the forthcoming Easter din- After Easter Sunday Mass, porary arts in the Common- Mammano and Executive ner. There was one problem, the Contini children headed Your wealth and beyond. In the Chef Mitchell Randall will though. Although most of the to the homes of relatives to past decade, Amherst artist focus on specialty seafood Contini children awaited the wish their uncles, aunts and Loved Ones Sarah Braman has become found throughout the Medi- growth of the animal and the cousins a Buona Pasqua. known for painted sculptural terranean and regions eventual feast that it would When they returned home, structures that breathe new within the U.S. The light provide, there was one who Uncle Gino headed to the energy into humble artifacts preparation of our cuisine made the lamb his personal backyard to play with his pet — used furniture, car hoods, highlights the natural and pet, Uncle Gino, the young- lamb. Unfortunately, it was and wooden doors — with rich fresh flavors of each dish. colors of spray paint or The dining room at Ostra planes of cut Plexiglass. 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Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court Middlesex Division Middlesex Division Gridiron Audibles 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street East Cambridge, MA 02141 East Cambridge, MA 02141 with Christian A. Guarino (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 Docket No. MI14P0584EA Docket No. MI14P0643EA Estate of Estate of With the 2013 NFL season officially in the include New Orleans Saint Jimmy Graham, MIGUEL DELAFUENTE, JR. BIRVON ROBERTS, SR. books, the Patriots and other teams hoping which would cost the team a first round pick Date of Death August 3, 2010 Date of Death November 11, 2004 to be contenders next season will look to free in May’s NFL Draft, and Green Bay Packers INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE agency as a way to solve their personnel tight end Jermichael Finley. However, look PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE problems. Although signing the highest- for the Patriots to not invest the kind of To all persons interested in the above To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner priced free agent or going on a spending money those two would demand in free Jupiter Ramirez of Rawson, OH. Fannie Roberts of Angie, LA. spree does not guarantee wins in the up- agency. The team may look to the draft to Jupiter Ramirez of Rawson, OH has been Fannie Roberts of Angie, LA has been informally appointed as the Personal Repre- informally appointed as the Personal Repre- coming postseason, this offseason marks a create depth behind Gronkowski. sentative of the estate to serve without surety sentative of the estate to serve without surety “This is our time” moment for the Patriots; The next need is a position that we as on the bond. on the bond. the team needs to make moves. Patriot fans have been looking at for the The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- Coming one win short of the Super Bowl in past decade; pass rush. Top tier options are tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- two consecutive years, Head Coach and Gen- on the market, however look for the team bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. eral Manager Bill Belichick must realize to sign a veteran like New York Giant Jus- Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be th filed with the Court, but interested parties are filed with the Court, but interested parties are that the window to a 4 Championship with tin Tuck. Tuck, 30, finished with 11 sacks entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration Quarterback Tom Brady is quickly closing. last season and would offer the Patriots a from the Personal Representative and can from the Personal Representative and can With minimal cap space, projected in the legitimate threat opposite Chandler Jones. petition the Court in any matter relating to the petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including distribution of assets and area of $9.5 million, Belichick needs to not That defensive line combo would immedi- expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties only make moves but also be creative in cre- ately make the Patriots a force on defense. are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute ating the cap space necessary to better the With the release of Safety Steven Gregory, formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal team. the Patriots are banking on their recent Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- The top priority that the Patriots face is draft picks Duron Harmon and Tavon Wilson cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, re-signing two of their most important to compete against last season’s prized free can be obtained from the Petitioner. can be obtained from the Petitioner. Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 playmakers from last season; Cornerback agent acquisition, Adrian Wilson to take Aqib Talib and Wide Receiver Julian over the Strong Safety position opposite Edelman. However, neither player will come Devin McCourty. The secondary remains an MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY cheap. When healthy, Talib is arguably a area in flux on the Patriot defense. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS top 5 corner in the league. During an injury Recently, rumors of a trade for former New Sealed General Bids for MPA Contract No. H239-C1 PINE HILL T-HANGAR TAXILANE RECONSTRUCTION, L. G. HANSCOM FIELD, BEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS, will be received riddled 2013 season, Talib finished with a York Jet and current Tampa Bay Buccaneer by the Massachusetts Port Authority at the Capital Programs Department Offi ce, Suite 209S, Logan deceptive 4 interceptions, but opposing cornerback Darrell Revis, has Patriot fans Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, Massachusetts 02128-2909, until 11:00 A.M. local Quarterbacks chose to shy away from Talib’s dreaming of a secondary pairing unlike any time on WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2014 immediately after which, in a designated room, the proposal side of the defense. Unfortunately for the other in the NFL. However, with their will be opened and read publicly. NOTE: PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE 3RD FLOOR CONFERENCE, Patriots, the rest of the defense was fair limited cap space, the team simply cannot CIVIL AIR TERMINAL, L. G. HANSCOM FIELD, BEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS game for NFL offenses. Last season, afford to make this move. Should Belichick AT 1:00 PM (LOCAL TIME) ON THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2014. Edelman proved to be more than an efficient pull the trigger on this trade, it would The work includes: THE RECONSTRUCTION OF PINE HILL T-HANGAR TAXILANE AND APRON replacement to Wes Welker, hauling in 105 undoubtedly mean the end of the Patriot AREA WHICH INCLUDES THE RECLAMATION OF THE EXISTING BITUMINOUS CONCRETE FOR USE AS BASE MATERIAL, MINOR WIDENING OF TAXILANE, NEW BITUMINOUS Tom Brady passes totaling over 1,000 yards. career of Defensive tackle Vince Wilfork. CONCRETE, PAVEMENT MARKINGS, RESETTING OF UTILITY STRUCTURE FRAMES AND These are two players that the Patriots sim- An ownership and fan favorite, Wilfork could GRATES/COVERS, RELOCATION OF A SECTION OF PERIMETER CHAIN LINK FENCE ply cannot afford to lose. restructure his contract, but even a restruc- AND A GATE, REMOVAL OF UNUSED PAVEMENT, LOAMING AND SEEDING AND OTHER Once the Talib-Edelman situation is ture would not be enough to make such a INCIDENTAL WORK. Bid documents will be made available beginning WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2014. resolved, the team must find a suitable deal possible. The team may be floating Bid Documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge at the Authority’s Capital fill-in at the tight end position. The past rumors such as a Revis trade to undervalue Programs Department Offi ce, together with any addenda or amendments, which the Authority may three seasons, all-pro tight end Rob Talib in contract negotiations. issue and a printed copy of the Proposal form. Gronkowski has not been able to finish the Recent history tells us that Coach Belichick The estimated contract cost is $900,000. season healthy. With Gronkowski out of the will bring in mid to low-level free agents to A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for fi ve (5) lineup the offense has been pedestrian at round out the 2014 New England Patriots percent of the value of the bid; when sub-bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit equal to fi ve (5) percent of the sub-bid amount, in the form of a bid bond, or cash, or a certifi ed check, best, going from an unstoppable juggernaut roster. The time for gambling is over, with a or a treasurer’s or a cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the to a high school level attack. The Patriots weak AFC, the Patriots are being presented Massachusetts Port Authority in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The cannot afford to roll the dice on Gronkowski with an opportunity they simply cannot afford bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualifi ed to do business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the faithful being healthy for an entire season. Options to pass up. The time is now. performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a surety • Simple Times (Continued from Page 8) company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of wages down fifteen cents for a ham- culties: dangers, challenges, savvy way to convince the to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts General Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay minimum burger at McDonald’s. Fill a unfairness and a hard day’s greed mongers and persuade wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the Specifi cations, brown paper bag with candy work from many varying our elective public servants which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and /or the Commissioner of several varieties for mere jobs. Yet through it all we that escalating costs to buy of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater. pennies. And, yes, a phone held strong to the ethic that a home or rent an apartment The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Bodily Injury Liability Insurance and Property Damage Liability Insurance for a combined single limit of $5,000,000. Said policy shall be on call inside a glass booth it’s okay to get up daily, go to or worry about crushing an occurrence basis and the Authority shall be included as an Additional Insured. See the insurance offered both privacy and work to pay the bills and step debt from attending college sections of Division I, General Requirements and Division II, Special Provisions for complete details. shelter from rain or cold up to tackle life’s inevitable ought not rob the nation of This contract is subject to a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation provision requiring that took only a dime to talk as struggles. its future economic engine not less than 12.6% of the Contract be performed by disadvantaged business enterprise contractors. With respect to this provision, bidders are urged to familiarize themselves thoroughly with the long as we desired. Our advice to today’s that could offer endless op- Bidding Documents. Strict compliance with the pertinent procedures will be required for a bidder to Simpler times four de- 20-somethings is simple: portunities for a generation be deemed responsive and eligible. cades ago surely held diffi- search high and low for a who seek a simpler life. This Contract is also subject to Affi rmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port Authority contained in Article 84 of the General Requirements and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s Requirement for Affi rmative Action to Ensure Equal Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal LEGAL NOTICE Opportunity Construction Contract Specifi cations (Executive Order 11246). LEGAL NOTICE The General Contractor is required to submit a Certifi cation of Non-Segregated Facilities prior Commonwealth of Massachusetts LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court to award of the Contract, and to notify prospective sub-contractors of the requirement for such The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts certifi cation where the subcontract exceeds $10,000. Middlesex Probate and Family Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street The Trial Court A Contractor having fi fty (50) or more employees and his sub-contractors having fi fty (50) or more 208 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141 Middlesex Probate and Family Court employees who may be awarded a sub-contract of $50,000 or more will, within one hundred twenty Cambridge, MA 02141 208 Cambridge Street Docket No. MI13D4113DR (120) days from the contract commencement, be required to develop a written affi rmative action Docket No. MI13D4576DR Cambridge, MA 02141 compliance program for each of its establishments. DIVORCE SUMMONS BY Docket No. MI14D0572DR Compliance Reports - Within thirty (30) days of the award of this Contract the Contractor shall fi le a DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING PUBLICATION AND MAILING DIVORCE SUMMONS BY compliance report (Standard Form [SF 100]) if: MILAGROS LUNA PUBLICATION AND MAILING (a) The Contractor has not submitted a complete compliance report within twelve (12) months EDMAR S. SIMOES VS. preceding the date of award, and VS. ANDREW LOHOF GAIL F. COLLETTE ERIN L. McMANUS SIMOES (b) The Contractor is within the defi nition of “employer” in Paragraph 2c(3) of the instructions To the Defendant: VS. included in SF100. To the Defendant: The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce GERALD J. COLLETTE The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for To the Defendant: The contractor shall require the sub-contractor on any fi rst tier sub-contracts, irrespective of the dollar requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce amount, to fi le SF 100 within thirty (30) days after the award of the sub-contracts, if the above two Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. The Complaint is on file at the Court. requesting that the Court grant a divorce for conditions apply. SF 100 will be furnished upon request. SF 100 is normally furnished Contractors The Complaint is on file at the Court. An Automatic Restraining Order has been desertion. The Complaint is on file at the Court. annually, based on a mailing list currently maintained by the Joint Reporting Committee. In the event An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking An Automatic Restraining Order has been a contractor has not received the form, he may obtain it by writing to the following address: entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact entered in this matter preventing you from taking Joint Reporting Committee any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. any action which would negatively impact 1800 G Street the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. Washington, DC 20506 You are hereby summoned and required You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon Wyckoff Nissenbaum, Esquire, You are hereby summoned and required Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs to serve upon Thomas P. Glynn, Esquire, The Law Office of Wyckoff Nissenbaum, to serve upon Gail F. Collette, 61 Francis Department Offi ce at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality 537 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 your 775 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144 your Wyman Road, Burlington, MA 01803 your in or reject any or all proposals. answer, if any, on or before April 7, 2014. If you answer, if any, on or before April 7, 2014. If you answer, if any, on or before April 7, 2014. If you MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY fail to do so, the court will proceed to the fail to do so, the court will proceed to the fail to do so, the court will proceed to the THOMAS P. GLYNN hearing and adjudication of this action. You are hearing and adjudication of this action. You are hearing and adjudication of this action. You are CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR also required to file a copy of your answer, if also required to file a copy of your answer, if also required to file a copy of your answer, if Run date: 3/7/14 any, in the office of the Register of this Court. any, in the office of the Register of this Court. any, in the office of the Register of this Court. WITNESS, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., WITNESS, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., WITNESS, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. Date: February 24, 2014 Date: February 25, 2014 Date: February 24, 2014 WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. 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LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE EXTRA Innings Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court by Sal Giarratani Middlesex Division Middlesex Division 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street East Cambridge, MA 02141 East Cambridge, MA 02141 Remembering Earl Wilson and Pre-Red Sox Nation (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 Docket No. MI13P6345EA Docket No. MI14P0720EA Earl Wilson became the for one. I remember we Estate of Estate of second African American to used to buy the team’s year- JUAN GONZALEZ OFELIA GOMEZ put on a Red Sox uniform book every season. In 1962 Date of Death July 14, 2010 Date of Death May 7, 2012 late in the 1959 season. Sec- it cost only 50 cents. INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE ond baseman Pumpsie Green About one month following PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE opened the 1959 season as Wilson’s gem, Billy Monbou- To all persons interested in the above To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner the first ever black Boston quette threw his own no- Gloria E. Gonzalez of Round Rock, TX, Francisco Gomez of Arleta, CA. Red Sox player. The Red Sox hitter in Chicago against Rosa A. Gonzalez of Miami, FL. Maria G. De La Torre of Arleta, TX has been that year seemingly had the White Sox. Wilson and Gloria E. Gonzalez of Round Rock, TX, informally appointed as the Personal Repre- Rosa A. Gonzalez of Miami, FL have been in- sentative of the estate to serve without surety to be dragged into the Mombo were a great duo on formally appointed as the Personal Represen- on the bond. 20th century and were the the mound for us in those tative of the estate to serve without surety on The estate is being administered under last all-white Major League days. In 1963, Billy Monbou- the bond. informal procedure by the Personal Represen- The estate is being administered under tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- Baseball team. Mostly, Tom quette was a 20-game win- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- bate Code without supervision by the Court. Yawkey, a good old South- ner for the Sox. While many tatives under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- Inventory and accounts are not required to be ern boy, had a reported dis- League to throw a no-hitter. fans remember Number 27 bate Code without supervision by the Court. filed with the Court, but interested parties are Inventory and accounts are not required to be entitled to notice regarding the administration like for the, well, you know The 28-year-old catcher- as Carlton Fisk’s, for me it filed with the Court, but interested parties are from the Personal Representative and can non-white players. turned-pitcher helped him- will always be Number 27 for entitled to notice regarding the administration petition the Court in any matter relating to the Wilson was a great pitcher self in the 2-0 victory over Medford local Monbouquette. from the Personal Representatives and can estate, including distribution of assets and petition the Court in any matter relating to the expenses of administration. Interested parties on many lousy pre-Red Sox the original Los Angeles The 76-84 Red Sox also saw estate, including distribution of assets and are entitled to petition the Court to institute Nation teams. In 1962, the Angels by hitting a home first baseman Pete Runnels expenses of administration. Interested parties formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- 50th anniversary of Fenway run. The crowd that day at win the A.L. batting crown are entitled to petition the Court to institute minating or restricting the powers of Personal formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- Representatives appointed under informal pro- Park, the Red Sox finished Fenway Park was but 14,002. with a .326 average and Dick minating or restricting the powers of Personal cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, under .500 for the fourth My brother and I were at the Radatz in his rookie season Representatives appointed under informal pro- can be obtained from the Petitioner. straight year. game so we were the “2.” started the first of the three cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, Run date: 3/7/14 can be obtained from the Petitioner. In June of that season, The Boston Red Sox program greatest seasons ever for Run date: 3/7/14 Earl Wilson made history by that day (June 26th) was a closer. From 1962-64, he becoming the first African only 15 cents. My brother won 40 games and probably American in the American and I pitched-in our money saved well over 125 games. No one counted saves back LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE then or worried about pitch LEGAL NOTICE counts either. His fastball Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts LEGAL NOTICE was probably close to 100 mph The Trial Court The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts and was called the “Monstah” Middlesex Division Middlesex Division Probate and Family Court The Trial Court for good reason. 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street Middlesex Division Probate and Family Court Oh, by the way, Pete East Cambridge, MA 02141 East Cambridge, MA 02141 208 Cambridge Street Middlesex Division (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 East Cambridge, MA 02141 208 Cambridge Street Runnels got traded after the Docket No. MI14P0578EA Docket No. MI14P0577EA (617) 768-5800 East Cambridge, MA 02141 season and winning the bat- Estate of Estate of Docket No. MI14P0562EA (617) 768-5800 ting crown to the Houston LAVERNE WILLIAMS ORA MAE WILLIAMSON Docket No. MI14P0575EA Estate of Colt 45s for Roman Mejias, Also Known As Also Known As SHIRLEY ANN JAMES RICHARD Estate of LAVERNE HARRIS ORA MAE HARRIS who was simply horrible both Date of Death May 13, 2008 RODNEY D. WILSON Date of Death December 1, 2007 Date of Death April 30, 2010 Date of Death April 16, 2011 at bat and in the outfield in INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE INFORMAL PROBATE 1963. Oh yeh, again we got PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above PUBLICATION NOTICE Dick Stuart from the Pirates To all persons interested in the above To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner To all persons interested in the above to replace Runnels at first — captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Lee Richard, Sr. of Gonzales, LA. batting average not so good, Vernice Williams of Mesquite, TX. Latresha Baker of East Chicago, IN. Lee Richard, Sr. of Gonzales, LA has been Brenda J. Wilson of New Orleans, LA. Vernice Williams of Mesquite, TX has been Latresha Baker of East Chicago, IN has informally appointed as the Personal Repre- Brenda J. Wilson of New Orleans, LA has fielding not so good, but man, informally appointed as the Personal Repre- been informally appointed as the Personal sentative of the estate to serve without surety been informally appointed as the Personal could he hit home runs. sentative of the estate to serve without surety Representative of the estate to serve without Representative of the estate to serve without on the bond. Hey, hey, getting back on the bond. surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Represen- The estate is being administered under to Wilson, we traded him informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- to the Tigers. His finest tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- bate Code without supervision by the Court. tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be bate Code without supervision by the Court. season was 1967 when he Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are Inventory and accounts are not required to be went 22-11 for the Tigers, filed with the Court, but interested parties are filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration filed with the Court, but interested parties are who finished our “Impossible entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the from the Personal Representative and can Dream” year one game out petition the Court in any matter relating to the petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and petition the Court in any matter relating to the of first. In 1968, he went to estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties estate, including distribution of assets and the World Series against the expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- are entitled to petition the Court to institute St. Louis Cardinals. He won formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- minating or restricting the powers of Personal formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- 13 games and hit 7 home minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal pro- minating or restricting the powers of Personal runs that season. Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, Representatives appointed under informal pro- cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, Career-wise, Wilson fin- can be obtained from the Petitioner. can be obtained from the Petitioner. Run date: 3/7/14 can be obtained from the Petitioner. ished with 121 wins and hit Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 35 home runs. LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate and Family Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court The Trial Court Middlesex Division The Trial Court The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court Middlesex Division Middlesex Division East Cambridge, MA 02141 Middlesex Division Middlesex Division 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street (617) 768-5800 208 Cambridge Street 208 Cambridge Street East Cambridge, MA 02141 East Cambridge, MA 02141 Docket No. MI14P0576EA East Cambridge, MA 02141 East Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 (617) 768-5800 Estate of Docket No. MI14P0568EA Docket No. MI13P6346EA Docket No. MI14P0574EA Docket No. MI13P6304EA MARIA ESTELA GARZA Estate of Estate of Also Known As Estate of Estate of PAULA MECHELLE BROWN RUBEN HECTOR CANUL MARIA RIVERA NANCY DEPASS PHILLIPS KATHERINE RIES Date of Death February 6, 2012 Date of Death May 16, 2012 Date of Death June 23, 2012 Date of Death September 9, 2009 Date of Death August 20, 2007 INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE To all persons interested in the above To all persons interested in the above To all persons interested in the above To all persons interested in the above To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Betty Brown of Metter, GA. Sulema Y. Canul of Brownsville, TX. Pedro Rivera of Pharr, TX. Moses Phillips of Houston, TX. Curtis Douglas of Palmdale, CA. Betty Brown of Metter, GA has been infor- Sulema Y. Canul of Brownsville, TX has been Raquel Rivera-Cantu of Edinburg, TX have Moses Phillips of Houston, TX has been in- Curtis Douglas of Palmdale, CA has been mally appointed as the Personal Representa- informally appointed as the Personal Repre- been informally appointed as the Personal formally appointed as the Personal Represen- informally appointed as the Personal Repre- tive of the estate to serve without surety on the sentative of the estate to serve without surety Representatives of the estate to serve without tative of the estate to serve without surety on sentative of the estate to serve without surety bond. on the bond. surety on the bond. the bond. on the bond. The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under The estate is being administered under informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- informal procedure by the Personal Represen- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- tatives under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. bate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but interested parties are filed with the Court, but interested parties are filed with the Court, but interested parties are filed with the Court, but interested parties are filed with the Court, but interested parties are entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can from the Personal Representative and can from the Personal Representatives and can from the Personal Representative and can from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the petition the Court in any matter relating to the petition the Court in any matter relating to the petition the Court in any matter relating to the petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including distribution of assets and estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal minating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- Representatives appointed under informal pro- cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. can be obtained from the Petitioner. can be obtained from the Petitioner. can be obtained from the Petitioner. can be obtained from the Petitioner. Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 Run date: 3/7/14 Page 16 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, MARCH 7, 2014

Boxing Ringside HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB by Richard Preiss WITH BOBBY FRANKLIN

IT ALL STARTS SO EARLY Coach Stevens steps outside The Fight of the Century: ALI FRAZIER I — If you’re a fan who likes to and holds a 15-minute avail- arrive at the Garden just a ability session for reporters. Why is it Being Forgotten? Part 1 few minutes before the start The head coach of the visit- “Joe Frazier is an Uncle Tom. He works for the enemy.” — Muhammad Ali, 1971 of a Celtics game or one ing team starts his availabil- “My skin’s blacker than yours.” — Joe Frazier who switches to the game on ity as Stevens is wrapping up. TV just before it starts you There is another activity a sharecropper, from might be surprised to learn that centers around a Higher Beaufort, South Caro- you’ve already missed a lot Authority. That would be the lina, was fighting his of activity. pre-game chapel service con- way to the top of the The hours leading up to a ducted by Celtics team chap- heavyweight division. typical regular season NBA lain Rev. Robert Gray about Frazier, who had won game are filled with action an hour before the start of Olympic Gold at the — some of it on the court every home game. The ser- Tokyo games in 1964, with warm-ups to be sure, but vice usually draws an assort- gained a portion of the quite a bit more behind the ment of players, coaches and heavyweight title by scenes as the countdown to anyone else affiliated with stopping Buster Mathis tipoff moves on. the teams. in a fight that was rec- If you’re Head Coach Brad During the dining period ognized as being for the Stevens you’ve thought various materials are dis- crown by the New York about tonight’s game ever tributed. These include the State Athletic Commis- since the last one ended. If expansive pre-game notes sion. Jimmy Ellis had it’s the second half of a back- prepared by the Celtics media won another piece to-back then that’s only relations staff plus press re- of the championship Cover of Life magazine, 1973 since last night. But more leases from the team as well Cover of Esquire magazine, by competing in and typically, if there is a day or as the NBA. 1968 winning a tournament two (or more) in between, The typical 7:30 pm game sponsored by the World also grown up poorer than you’ve been thinking about doesn’t start at that time. It March 8, 1971, forty-three Boxing Association. Eventu- poor, living among the tonight’s opponent for up- actually starts at 7:40 pm fol- years ago this week, one ally, Frazier would defeat Gullahs, direct descendents wards of 48 hours or longer. lowing the National Anthem of the greatest sporting Ellis to unify those portions of slaves, many of whom still The Celtics usually arrive and the introduction of events of all time took place of the title. This, along spoke African dialects, while quite early for a home game the starting lineups. That in Madison Square Garden, with Ali stating he had Ali was raised in a middle- — typically by late afternoon. 10-minute leeway is good a battle between two unde- retired, led Nat Fleischer at class family in Louisville, KY That’s because the players to know about if you do get feated heavyweight champi- The Ring magazine to recog- and who’s foray into boxing and coaches have to drive hung up in traffic around the ons. Never before had two nize Frazier as the undis- came about because he from their homes and don’t Garden. men stepped into wanted to learn how to want to get caught in rush Over the years media seat- the ring with un- beat up the kid who hour traffic. ing has changed quite a bit. blemished records stole his brand new bi- By 5:00 pm or so there is While once there were court- and with both having cycle. He also went to even more activity as the side seats for many media a legitimate claim a gym run by a white media facility opens and vari- members, today there are to being the undis- police officer who be- ous members of the Fourth none. Most reporters on daily puted Heavyweight came his first trainer. Estate begin to arrive. While deadline are now seated in Champion of the While Frazier was ad- they will continue to file in an area adjacent to the World. Both were, or mired by blue-collar up to almost game time, tunnel nearest the Celtics would be, on many working-class people there is a traditional order for bench. There is also some boxing experts’ list of who could relate to his who eats first. media seating 11 rows the top ten greatest struggles, Ali was It’s the members of the behind the basket nearest heavyweights. Also, traveling in circles electronic media — or more the Celtics bench. Frazier and Ali had with white intellectu- precisely the people you Still others sit where we do the perfect contrast- als and was very much never see on television (pro- — on the ninth floor — where ing styles to make in the camp of the ducers, technicians, camera we can watch it all unfold for an interesting wealthy white leisure- Poster from Ali Frazier I operators) that dine early. before us. High up to be sure fight, the slugger class. For all of his Then it’s back to their duties but ideal for seeing how plays versus the boxer, though I puted champ. Fleischer had Black Muslim rhetoric, — many are based in a trac- develop. would argue both were very continued to list Ali as Muhammad was very com- tor-trailer in the parking lot Statistics and play-by-play physical fighters who relied champion up until this fortable hanging out with — to resume preparations sheets are distributed after on their speed to overwhelm time. upper-class whites, who very for that night’s contest. every quarter. At the half their opponents. Given all of Frazier was dominating much enjoyed having him in In addition, the folks who light refreshments are avail- this, it would appear that the the division at this point, their circle, quite the con- bring the game to the live able in the media dining makings for an epic battle and the public was calling for trast between the two. audience in the arena via room. Following the conclu- were already in place, but Ali to be given his license so This narrative was also the Jumbotron also are on sion of the game, that same there was more to this than the two could meet in the further dividing an already hand early before going to room will be the site of Coach just a championship boxing ring and settle things once split nation. The fight had their base of operations in Stevens’ postgame press match. and for all. It was during this now taken on a political and the ninth floor control room. conference. In 1971 the war in Viet- period that Joe helped Ali racial component that was Then, over the next couple Then the Celtics locker nam was still raging. out financially. Most people not healthy. Instead of an of hours, the rest of the room opens to all media. Richard Nixon was in the don’t know that Muhammad event that could have come media people will arrive. Meanwhile final statistics White House and demon- accepted money from Joe, to represent a tone of unifi- There aren’t any cliques. have been compiled and are strators were in the streets. and that the two knew cation, it was driving a wedge Over the course of many distributed in a handout we Nixon’s “Peace with Honor” they could be good for each deeper into society. Joe weeks you’ll share meals call “the book.” had much support, but it also other. Frazier’s life was repeatedly and conversations with a After all interviews are angered many who wanted This friendship would threatened and his children wide variety of people. That’s wrapped up, daily print edi- an immediate withdrawal of change once Ali got his had to have police protection what makes it such a great tion media members write American forces from South- license back. Ali, now al- when going to and from experience. their stories. Many have east Asia. Ali had become a lowed back into the ring, school. In response to Ali’s While some are dining, already been on site for four hero to liberal America by beat Jerry Quarry and Oscar taunts that Joe was the white others are already working. to five hours. On a typical refusing induction into the Bonavena setting the stage man’s champion, Frazier By NBA edict, the locker night the last person may not Army and saying “I ain’t got for the Fight of the Century. would respond by pointing rooms for both teams must be leave until close to 1:00 am. no quarrel with those Viet This bout was going to be out how his skin was blacker open to media members from So, it’s a new day by the Cong.” He had been stripped a worldwide event and guar- then Ali’s, which brought up 75 minutes until 45 minutes time things are all wrapped of his title by the various anteed to sell out closed cir- the topic of bigotry between prior to game time. up. All the players have long boxing commissions around cuit venues anywhere it was light and dark skinned Afri- Print edition reporters use since departed — usually for the country for taking this shown. Joe and Muhammad can Americans that was por- this opportunity to gather home but also to Hanscom stand. During his exile from were guaranteed 2.5 million trayed in the Andy Ratzaff information for notebook col- Field for a charter flight if the ring, Ali spent time dollars apiece, an unheard of song Black and Blue made umns that will appear the they have a road game the speaking at and touring col- sum at that time. But, now famous by Fats Waller in the next morning along with next night. lege campuses, where he Ali had to push the envelope. 1930s. Things had now their game stories. The stan- Coach Stevens is already built up a huge following. He He began calling Joe an begun to spiral out of control. dard employed for informa- thinking about the next had been portrayed as a mar- Uncle Tom and The White This was no longer a sport- tion gleaned in such a set- opponent and may be watch- tyr on the cover of Esquire Man’s Champion. Odd, see- ing event. ting is “will it stand?” That ing game video. He tells us magazine and had become a ing that it was Frazier who means whatever is found out he does it every night after a darling of the liberal media. had a black man training Next week: The fight and still will have to be news- game. While this was happening, him while Ali had a white why their third meeting is the worthy in the morning, long One day has blended into Joe Frazier, the son of man in his corner. Joe had one remembered instead. after the game itself is over. another. Once more, the time Bobby can be reached at [email protected]. At the 45-minute mark honored cycle repeats itself.