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Vol. 42 No. 30 • JULY 31, 2013 Somerville’s only independent community newspaper [email protected] Inside: Fire frenzy wreaks havoc on Calvin St. By Harry Kane A large fire broke out in Somerville, burning down a pair of three-decker houses, and dam- aging neighboring homes on Calvin Street and Beacon Place last Thursday, July 25. There were no casualties. This marks the sixth fire in Somerville during the month of July, and the third major fire in that neighborhood, all of them occurring in the morning hours. The rash of fires is under investigation, and at this point, Somerville Fire Chief Residents designing Kevin Kelleher gave no indication of foul play. Somerville Firefighters struggled to subdue the blaz- page 3 ing flames on Calvin Street, which ominous- ly began in the early morning hours some- time around 6 a.m. at 19-21 Calvin St. The fast-growing fire extended to surrounding buildings, making this fire one of the biggest in Photo by Teresa Hohenstein Photo by Teresa Somerville’s recent history. The massive seven-alarm blaze spread through the congested area for roughly 2 hours, sending residents fleeing in terror, until the firefighters extinguished the flames, saving the rest of the nearby houses from devastation. “At this time the cause of the fire is under in-

Last Thursday’s multi-unit fire on Calvin St. brought firefighters from surrounding communities in to help vestigation,” Chief Kelleher said. “We believe battles the blaze that had the potential to do a lot more damage than it did. it started in the rear of Continued on page 7 The ‘Zip Trip’ zips through page 3 Cavalia rides into Somerville Show opens next week at Assembly Row

By Elizabeth Sheeran Five dozen horses. More than 100 semi-trailer trucks. And the largest big top tent of its kind. Cavalia has arrived in Somerville with the kind of fanfare reminiscent of the days when everything shut down the day the travelling circus came to town. The Montreal-based entertainment company has transformed an empty lot at Assembly Row into a larger-than-life encampment befitting ‘Seize the Summer’ its U.S. premiere of Odysseo, a live spectacle of takes to the streets equestrian art and high-tech theatrical enter- page 15 tainment that opens August 7. Artistic Director Normand Latourelle, a

Newstalk...... p.2 Cirque du Soleil founder who created the original Cavalia show a decade ago, said he spent The Week in Crime. . . p.4 eight years developing Odysseo as the show to Commentary. . . . . p.8-9 top all other shows. “I thought of every detail Beacon Hill Roll Call . . p.10 and my goal was to beat every Cirque du Soleil TV Logs...... p.22 show in Vegas. So we put everything in there,” Photo by Elizabeth Sheeran Off The Shelf. . . . . p.23 said Latourelle, describing the concept as “men A Cavalia crew member rests after scaling one of the 10-story-high peaks of the “big white top” to plant and horses travelling Continued on page 17 the Odysseo flag yesterday. 2••JULY 31, 2013

TheSomervilleNews.com Comments of the Week Response to Cavalia’s ‘Odysseo’ comes to Somerville

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The Somerville Chamber monthly “After Hours” is this A unique show that looks interesting and exciting, should be a good draw for Somerville and Thursday night. Join members and guests from Aflac, Cam- other unique entertainment type events should be looked at for the future. There also could be a bridge Savings Bank, Chase, City of Somerville, Common- side benefit from the horsie leftovers to be used by the dpw for parks/fields. Hello Mr Ed! wealth Financial Group, Community Action Agency of Somerville, Law Office of Richard DiGirolamo, Eastern noreen says: Bank, Langton & Douglas, Laurenz Financial, Legal Shield, Life Line Business Consulting, Daniel Maher Stained Unique and looks very interesting. It’s really too bad the cost of the seating is far beyond what Glass, Misujo Realty, MIT, New York Life, Pinctada Ban- anyone I know can afford. Seriously, if I wanted to take my grandchilden and bought the medi- quet & Event Center, Redbones, Respond, Rockland Trust, um range seats it would cost $360???? That’s absurd. Sav Mor Spirits, Smiles by Rosie, Somerville Homeless Coalition, Union Square Main Streets, Walnut Street Cen- ter, and Winter Hill Bank at the Chamber’s next Business amen says: After Hours. 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 1, at it seems we don’t have the dining and hotel options that would bring the benefit of a show like Redbones-Underbones, 55 Chester Street, Davis Square. this. What do we offer? LaQuinta? Burger Dive? going to a show you want something right It’s an excellent networking event featuring free appetizers nearby. So everyone will drive over the bridge and spend their money in Medford or Everett. So and a free business card drawing with cash bar. Sponsored by Rockland Trust. Hosted by Business After Hours Chair we get the traffic, and horse poop, and everyone else gets the general benefits of people spending Dana Iacopucci of Cubby Oil & Energy. RSVP for “After on gas, food, and little things you need at Walgreens. Although the jobs available to Somerville Hours” with name(s) and affiliation(s) for you and your folks will be huge. guest(s) to [email protected]. ******************** Barry the Pig says: Happy Birthdays this week to some of our favorite people both here in the Ville and elsewhere where ever so spread ROFL! LaQuinta! around! To Marisa Tauro, the wife of Billy Tauro, is celebrating this week, and we wish her a great day. To Patti Nor- Jo says: ton, wife of Donald, we wish also a happy and peaceful day. Grandson Corey Norton, although out in Illinois, was origi- Not only should be able to learn exactly how much money this show really does bring in, but we nally from here. Both are celebrating on the same day, a nice should be able to learn exactly how such money is spent. present for them. Also celebrating is a good friend of The How do you think the almost obligatory protests against animal performers will affect the show? News, Joe DaSilva. Many happy returns to him. Also, Alan Laurentano, who grew up here and has moved to southern NH, but is always a Villen at heart. Log onto TheSomervilleNews.com to leave your own comments ******************** Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Bert Gay, who passed away last week. Bert was the husband of for- TheSomervilleNews.com poll of the week mer Mayor Dorothy Kelly Gay. Bert was a nice guy, with In addition to breaking news, sports and opinion, TheSomervilleNews.com also features a daily poll in strong opinions and strong convictions, and equally strong which you, the reader, tell us where you come down on local issues. Last week’s poll concerned your views loyalty to his family, which are good qualities in anyone. He on what whether or not you think Mayor Joseph Curtatone will run for Governor of Massachusetts. If touched many people here in Somerville over the years, and you don’t agree with the results, simply log onto TheSomervilleNews.com. worked very hard for his wife when she ran for various of-

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Publisher – Prospect Hill Publishing Publisher Emeritus – Robert J. L. Publicover Editor – Jim Clark Assignment Editor – Bobbie Toner Business Director – Patricia Norton Executive Assistant – Cam Toner Advertising Director – Bobbie Toner Arts Editor – Doug Holder Writers: Elizabeth Sheeran, Cathleen Twardzik, Harry Kane, Jim Clark Contributors – Jimmy Del Ponte,William C. Shelton, Max Sullivan, Savath Yong The Somerville News is published every Wednesday JULY 31, 2013••3 Somerville residents seek to design their own community managing the neighborhood’s By Douglas Yu operation on daily basis, accord- In a civically engaged city like ing to Proakis. Somerville, people have an op- Following several crowd-source portunity to point out which meetings in May and June, parts of the city should be rede- Somerville by Design adopted a signed. They are also free to join new way to approach city plan- discussions with their neighbors ning. It includes reaching out to come up with ideas for better to residents to hear their opin- urban development. ions, having conversations with Hosted by Somerville by De- people, deciding which ideas are sign and the Mayor’s Strate- preferable for the neighborhood gic Planning and Community and implementing final ideas. Development staff, Somerville “We have a lot of plans to residents grouped up at tables, make our streets more walk- marking on the visual photos able and bikable,” said Mike and maps to sort out preferable Lydon, Principal of Street design ideas for East Somerville. Plans Collaborative. “Since “So many changes are brought 2005, people drive less and to the neighborhood,” said Di- less, so they want to design rector of Planning George J. the city in a walkable context.” Proakis. “The green line is go- Even though Somerville has a Photos by Douglas Yu ing to be redesigned, the street- mixture of architectural styles, East Somerville has its own East Somerville residents took part in a planning session aimed at providing opportunities for interested parties to have a say in scape is coming on Broadway, how the future of their community may unfold. and Washington Street needs an characters, Proakis pointed out. update too. So essentially, East “There are mostly families Mayor’s Office had this discus- “Somerville is different from a multi-functional condo. Somerville needs a plan.” who live here for their entire sion before that we should han- lot of places where I work,” Ly- “I really like the building with The plan includes the com- life. There are newcomers from dle everything contextually.” don said. “It’s an old city. It has a curve.” Dancy said. “It makes it bination of choosing the sites other parts of the U.S. and other Somerville by Design has made many amenities. Some of the easy for people to walk around that could not be developed and countries,” said Proakis. “So the progress in putting residents’ ad- transits are improving for the here. My favorite is this giant vice into action. future. Streets are very active be- building, because it’s made of di- “There’s a lot of investment cause of density.” verse materials and it maintains going into Broadway. There is Lydon also addressed East a lot of characters that classic less investment into Washing- Somerville residents’ issue with buildings have.” ton Street and the connection the inconvenience of getting Dancy also pointed out that between the two,” Proakis said. around in the neighborhood be- the fences on Broadway need to “So by doing the mapping exer- cause of many one-way streets be pulled down in order to leave cise, people have a better idea of and poor accessibility to public more green space. “We don’t just where they are at and how streets transportation. need high rise buildings, but we connect the neighborhood.” “I don’t think there is anything need appeasing, safe places for So far, Somerville by Design that needs to urgently improve at kids to hang out as well.” has processed the visual pref- this time,” Lydon said. “But find- In the late October, Somer- erence photos from the last ing opportunities along Wash- ville by Design will process all mapping exercise meeting. In- ington Street and getting easier the drawings and feedback from terestingly, the strongest sup- access to public transportations residents and decide what areas port goes to the combination of are welcomed by people, because in the city need more attention, mid-sized neighborhood hous- access is the main challenge for according to Proakis. es, commercial buildings on the whoever works here, lives here “People are demanding differ- commercial streets and store- or just visits here.” ent kinds of housing. We also fronts in the walkable distance, During the group presen- want more business to move according to Proakis. tation, Executive Director of in the neighborhood and cre- Given the fact that Somer- East Somerville Main Streets, ate more jobs,” Proakis said. “I ville is one of the most pop- Carrie Dancy spoke up of her definitely hope the mapping ex- ulated neighborhoods in the favorite visual photos, a red- ercise can get people involved,

Executive Director of East Somerville Main Streets, Carrie Dancy, shared her ideas country, strategic planning be- brick Harvard-style build- and eventually we come up with of what would make East Somerville a more attractive place to live and work. comes necessary. ing with an arch and a giant some practical ideas. ‘Zip Trip’ stops by Somerville in Massachusetts,” explained of Somerville has much to offer By Emmanuel Vincent Maggie Hennesssey-Nees, Pub- for Fox25 to have made another Despite the cold, gloomy and lic Relations representative for pit stop out here. wet weather, residents of the Fox25. “We try to pick a variety Throughout the event, vendors city came out to Union Square of cities-towns that represent were set up at different tables giv- as Fox25’s Zip Trip made its uniqueness in Massachusetts.” ing away items such as Frisbees, way to Somerville this past It is not common that the Zip t-shirts, and food. Some of the Friday morning. Trip makes its way to a city- vendors included Tedeschi, Ber- From 6:00 to 10:00 a.m., Fox25 town multiple times. The city is nie & Phyl’s, and Dunkin’ Do- occupied the space in Union Sq., fortunate to have had this event nuts. Firefighters of the city were looking to get a good glimpse at take place on more than one oc- also acknowledged for their hard the people that make up the city casion. “This is our second time work and dedication to serv- as well as the atmosphere. in Somerville. Rarely do we re- ing the community. Residents Photo by Bobbie Toner “Every Friday Fox 25 is taken on peat. The last time that we was of the city were happy to see Locals braved the elements to come catch the goings-on as Fox25’s Zip Trip took the road to different cities-towns here was 2004.” Clearly the city Somerville Continued on page 12 Union Square by storm last week. 4••JULY 31, 2013

By Jim Clark Ex dragged away kicking and screaming Police responded to a report of to come outside, and they were ing to reports. to remove Remy through the When advised that the back an unwanted female at a Ten answered by a female voice, saying As Remy reportedly attempted broken screen door, she report- door had been damaged, the Hills Rd. residence last Thurs- that she would do so. There was a to break away from police, she edly squared off and kicked one reporting party reportedly told day. The reporting party had delay in her moving, however, and was subsequently handcuffed. In of the officers in the groin area. officers that Remy had tried to told police that his ex-girlfriend the officers judged that she might the process, her phone fell to the Remy reportedly continued kick in the front door as well was banging on his back door, have been under the influence of floor and one of the officers bent kicking and screaming as she that night. trying to gain entry. some intoxicating substance. She down to pick it up. At that mo- was carried out to the front Remy was eventually taken Upon arrival at the residence, also seemed to be speaking to ment Remy reportedly kicked yard area, where she would be away in the prisoner transport officers reportedly saw no one someone on her cell phone. the officer in the buttocks. picked up for transport to the wagon, reportedly scream- outside the home, but they not- The officers then decided to Remy was then held to the wall police station. ing all the way. She has been ed that the back screen door enter the building in order to re- to prevent any further assaultive While awaiting transport, charged with disorderly con- had been kicked in and was move the woman, later identified behavior, and she was adminis- Remy reportedly kicked the duct, assault and battery with bent inward. as Jenna Remy, 28, of Wayland, tered a burst of pepper spray in same officer she had kicked be- a dangerous weapon, resisting Officers illuminated the interi- police said. order to get her under control. fore, once again in the groin area. arrest, wanton malicious de- or of the house with their flash- After crawling through the Due to her tumultuous actions, In speaking with the reporting facement, and misdemeanor lights and saw that someone was torn screen door, several at- another officer was reportedly party, it was learned that Remy breaking and entering. inside, standing in the dark, ac- tempts were made to open the accidentally pepper sprayed in was his ex-girlfriend and that Her boots have been entered cording to reports. main back door, but the lock the process. they had broken up more than into evidence as an alleged dan- The officers ordered the person appeared to be broken, accord- During the subsequent attempt two years ago. gerous weapon. Crime Tip Hotline: 617-776-7210 Do your part - Leave a message on our tip hotline answering machine!! All calls are confidential – Your Privacy is Assured. Help Keep Somerville Safe! SOMERVILLE POLICE CRIME LOG Arrests: child. of trespassing, assault and bat- July 24, 9:47 p.m., police re- Granite St. A juvenile, July 22, 2:43 p.m., Kurt Muther, 30, of 21 Low- tery, resisting arrest, mayhem, ported a theft at Dartmouth St. July 29, 10:02 p.m., police re- arrested at 12 Broadway on ell St., July 24, 9:14 p.m., ar- and assault and battery on a July 25, 10:28 a.m., police reported a breaking & entering at warrant charges of assault and rested at 21 Ibbetson St. on a public employee. ported a theft at Pinckney St. Simpson Ave. charge of operation of a motor Jeffrey Porter, 30, of 7 Fre- July 25, 10:43 a.m., police battery and assault with a dan- Vehicle Theft: vehicle under the influence of mont St., July 27, 7:08 p.m., reported a theft at Somerville gerous weapon. July 23, 8:34 a.m., police re- drugs. arrested at Meacham St. on a Ave. Donald Williams, 48, of 22 ported a vehicle theft at Flor- Jenna Remy, 28, of 1403 warrant charge of operation of July 25, 1:41 p.m., police re- Sterling St., July 22, 3:07 p.m., ence St. arrested at 61 Cherry St. on a Wisteria Way, Wayland, July a motor vehicle with a suspend- ported a theft at McGrath warrant charge of marked lanes 25, 1:52 a.m., arrested at 69 ed license. Hwy. Assault: violation. Ten Hills Rd. on charges of Linda Cunningham, 51, of July 26, 4:25 p.m., police re- July 25, 1:05 p.m., police re- Charles Callaway, 60, of 67 disorderly conduct, assault and 113 Heath St., July 28, 12:03 ported a theft at Cross St. ported an assault at Boston St. Pemberton St., Cambridge, battery with a dangerous weap- a.m., arrested at 155 Central July 26, 4:55 p.m., police re- July 26, 2:41 p.m., police re- July 23, 5:00 p.m., arrested at on, resisting arrest, wanton ma- St. on a charge of operation of ported a theft at Webster St. ported an assault at Broadway. 66 Highland Ave. on charges of licious defacement, and misde- a motor vehicle under the influ- July 26, 7:02 p.m., police re- July 28, 6:08 p.m., police re- resisting arrest and abuse pre- meanor breaking and entering. ence of liquor. ported a theft at Calvin St. ported an assault at 14 Mc- vention order violation. Bennie Massey, 31, of 7 St. Javier Corea, 25, of 7 Proper- July 26, 7:31 p.m., police re- Grath Hwy. Mark Belski, 53, of 35 Pearl James St., Roxbury, July 25, zi, July 28, 4:14 a.m., arrested ported a theft at 400 Somer- July 29, 2:08 p.m., police St., July 24, 4:22 p.m., arrest- 2:05 p.m., arrested at 13 Bos- at 57 Everett Ave. on a charge ville Ave. reported an assault at Trum ed at 48 Joy St. on charges of ton St. on a charge of assault of disorderly conduct. July 27, 1:36 p.m., police re- Field. and battery. ported a theft at Conwell Ave. receiving stolen property over Incidents: Disorderly Conduct: $250, operation of a motor ve- Robert Gualtieri, 37, of 7 July 29, 8:20 a.m., police re- Theft: July 25, 1:52 a.m., police re- hicle with a suspended license, Curtis St., July 25, 3:52 p.m., ported a theft at Wesley Pkwy. July 23, 8:07 a.m., police reported a disorderly conduct at and possession of a class B arrested at home on a charge ported a theft at Day St. Robbery: Ten Hills Rd. drug. of abuse prevention order vio- July 23, 9:34 a.m., police re- July 23, 2:39 a.m., police re- July 28, 4:58 a.m., police re- Luiz Moreira, 21, of 75 lation. ported a theft at Woods Ave. ported a robbery at George St. ported a disorderly conduct at Pleasant St., Revere, July 24, Kim Smith, 23, of 24 Charles- July 23, 10:56 a.m., police re- July 29, 10:13 a.m., police re- Everett Ave. 4:39 p.m., arrested at 220 town St., July 25, 6:00 p.m., ar- ported a theft at 160 Washing- ported a robbery at Perkins St. Washington St. on charges of rested at home on charges of Driving Under the Influence: ton St. unlicensed operation of a mo- felony nighttime breaking and Breaking & Entering: July 24, 12:03 a.m., police re- July 23, 1:16 p.m., police re- tor vehicle and failure to stop entering, violation of city ordi- July 24, 8:37 a.m., police reported a driving under the in- ported a theft at Radcliffe Rd. or yield. nance possession of a danger- ported a breaking & entering at fluence at Central St. July 23, 3:20 p.m., police re- Kendell Bell, 30, of 43 Thur- ous weapon, and possession of 1366 Broadway. July 28, 9:14 p.m., police reported a theft at 133 Holland ston St., Apt. 2, July 24, 8:58 a burglarious instrument. July 25, 6:00 p.m., police reported a driving under the in- St. p.m., arrested at 220 Washing- Eric Silvers, 42, of 794 Mas- ported a breaking & entering at fluence at Ibbetson St. July 23, 6:22 p.m., police re- ton St. on warrant charges of sachusetts Ave., Boston, July Charlestown St. ported a theft at Holland St. Drug Violation: kidnapping, assault and battery, 26, 9:13 p.m., arrested at 362 July 26, 10:57 p.m., police re- July 24, 5:36 p.m., police re- July 24, 4:22 p.m., police re- and reckless endangerment of a Broadway on warrant charges ported a breaking & entering at ported a theft at Marshall St. ported a drug violation at Joy St. JULY 31, 2013••5 Demolition plan Bertram A. Gay loses unsettled courageous battle with cancer MassDOT is finishing up a Bertram A. Gay was born Au- By Cathleen Twardzik two-year public process on con- gust 21, 1940 in Wales, the sec- The plan to demolish the Somer- ceptual redesigns for the Mc- ond child of the (late) Florence ville Waste Transfer Station, Grath Highway. The preferred Bowman & Bertram A. Gay. located at Brickbottom, just off alternative that community He was the beloved husband McGrath Highway, in August members endorsed is a boule- for 49 yrs to Dorothy Kelly Gay. has still not been solidified. vard-style roadway replacing Devoted father of Geraldine The city is pondering various the elevated McCarthy Over- Barker and her husband Tim of options for that site. “Propos- pass. That conceptual design Pawling, New York, and Donald als are currently being consid- currently includes re-alignment Gay and his wife Lisa of Somer- ered. Nothing is finalized at this of Poplar Street across the ville, MA. Brother of Doreen point. Anything will be pursu- Waste Transfer site to make the Coombe and her husband Don- ant to environmental remedia- intersection with Somerville ald of Christchurch, England. tion to make the site safe,” said Avenue function better,” said Loving Boppa of Timmy, Evan, a spokesperson for the City of the spokesperson. Shannon, Melissa and Brian. Somerville. If the waste transfer station Cherished godfather of Louise Among other issues, such as were razed, then the burden Noonan. Also survived by many the existence of elevated high- that its neighbors face would nieces and nephews in England, ways in the eastern neighbor- be lessened. The area would Ireland, and Dubai. hoods of Somerville, its “indus- be more aesthetically pleasing Upon graduating high school, trial districts are landlocked by if the structure was absent. Bert entered a 5-year appren- railroads,” and the commuter That action will enhance ticeship with the British Navy rail’s engine terminal in the city the following places: Union working on the H.M.S. Cha- is 23 acres. Square, McGrath Highway, tham Kent as a pipefitter. He At present, the future use of Brickbottom and Inner Belt, then settled on his career as ing endorsement to the union July 24, 2013, after a long and this site has not been decided. commensurate with Somer- a skilled machinist. His life leadership Bert and Dorothy courageous battle with cancer. It is unknown if it will be used Vision’s goals, which include changed forever when, at an En- proudly became U.S. Citizens Facing his situation with typical for the MBTA Green Line, if or active transportation, mixed- glish dancehall in 1963, he met in 1977, but even before being aplomb, he cheerfully attended when the Green Line is extend- use development and addi- the love of his life, Dorothy A. eligible to vote, Bert was ac- to his duties during the many ed to Brickbottom. tional green space, among Kelly, a nursing school student. tively campaigning for various long and debilitating procedures “Cleanup is our first step. other benefits. After marriage and just over a local, state, and federal candi- that followed. He downplayed year later, they welcomed their dates–something he continued his condition with self-depre- first child, Geraldine, into the to do with steadfast loyalty and cating humor, stating his che- world, the birth of their second devoted principle for the re- motherapy treatments saved on child, Donald, however, led to mainder of his life. his haircut bills. Throughout his health complications that only There was no candidate that ordeal, he maintained his public the renowned Children’s Hos- Bert was more proud, support- demeanor with style and grace,

Photo by Cathleen Twardzik pital in Boston could remedy. ive, or worked harder for than still meeting his friends, attend- Without hesitation, the young his wife. He tirelessly journeyed ing lodge meetings, and going family embarked on a new life in side-by-side through campaigns out to dinner with Dorothy at the New World. Within days of for Somerville School Commit- his favorite restaurant, The In- arrival in the U.S., Bert started a tee, Governor’s Council, Lieu- dependent. Bert was an active job with W.R. Grace & Compa- tenant Governor, and Mayor of member of the King Solomon ny in Cambridge, MA. Shortly Somerville. He was her top ad- Masonic Lodge and UAW Local after taking the job, in June of visor, chief consultant, seasoned Union 1596. 1968, Bert and family moved strategist, unrivaled troop moti- Bert’s family wishes to ac- into a furnished apartment in vator, loving, loyal husband, and knowledge the exceptional care The actual process of taking down the Brickbottom Waste Transfer Station has not Somerville. Dorothy started best friend. Theirs was a bond both physical and emotional yet been determined, according to City of Somerville sources. employment as a nurse, and the that only a fortunate few will provided to him by his doctors, Gay family was living the Amer- ever know. When you saw Bert in nurses and everyone he met at Want to write local Somerville stories? ican Dream. While working at the Red Crown Victoria, code- MGH. His family will be for- Call 617-666-4010 W.R. Grace, Bert became active named “GC-6,” you had better be ever grateful. and speak to the Assignment Editor in his union, the United Auto ready for action! His litmus test Donations may be made in Workers (UAW) Local 1596 was your support for his wife. Bert’s memory to the Mt. Au- out of Framingham, MA. He If you demonstrated that, you burn Hospital Development was elected shop steward for Lo- could do no wrong! In addition Office, 330 Mt. Auburn Street, cal 1596 while employed at the to his political activism, Bert Cambridge, MA 02138 or The Gaulin Corporation in Everett. was a devoted family man who Hopes Program c/o Mass Gen- One of his cherished roles with enjoyed spending time with his eral Development Office, 165 the UAW was to introduce po- grandchildren whom he consid- Cambridge St. Suite 600, Bos- litical candidates who were seek- ered his pride and joy. Bert died ton, MA 02114.

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Fire frenzy wreaks havoc on Calvin St. CONT. FROM PG 1 number 19-21 Calvin St.” It’s day, the fire chief added. open up the ceilings.” being investigated by mem- Before long, the fire spread to On the other side, the building bers of the Somerville Fire the houses adjacent to the initial at 15-17 Calvin St. had broken Investigation Unit, Somerville outbreak. Plumes of smoke bil- windows, and most of the siding Police and the Office of the lowed from the windows while was completely melted. A small State Fire Marshall. firefighters battled to douse the shed in the backyard caught fire. Photo by Harry Kane Two firefighters were injured in flames. It was a race against time. Two wooden houses located the blaze, but neither was critical- behind Calvin Street, at 22 and ly wounded. An Everett firefight- 24 Beacon Place, took the wrath er suffered from smoke inhalation “We were able of the raging fire, too. The sid- and was taken to Mass General ing buckled and portions were Hospital, where he was treated to make a stand singed. “Another few minutes for respiratory problems and lat- and that could have potentially er released. The other member, a in there...” gone,” Chief Kelleher said. Brookline firefighter with a knee In total, 23 engine compa- Demolition at the site of last Thursday’s fire has already begun. injury, was taken to Cambridge At 27-29 Calvin St. the blaze nies arrived on the scene from Hospital and released after being was contained, and the house Somerville and nearby commu- residents milling around, in a If there’s a silver lining in this examined and treated. was narrowly saved due to the nities to battle the inferno. state of shock. tragedy, Heuston added, it’s that When the fire department manpower and determination In regard to the estimated cost “It’s very scary,” Heuston said, there were no casualties, and res- arrived on scene, the fire had of the fire departments. The of damage, Chief Kelleher said “because there were a lot of idents were well protected by the already spread from the rear of building has extensive dam- that he didn’t have any figures, trees around, and I think part valiant firefighters of Somerville 19-21 Calvin St., a three-story age to the exterior rear and the but a “wild guesstimate” of the of what might have saved us, and nearby communities. wood frame building, to the third floor roof space, according loss would be at least two mil- too, is it wasn’t a bone-dry area. “Somerville is fortunate to neighboring structure at 23- to the fire chief. lion dollars. At the time, I think we had just have the best first responders 25 Calvin St. “Both of those “That was kinda the next Alderman Maryann Heuston had some rain. I’m thinking, if in the state with the fastest re- buildings were destroyed,” building in line to go,” Chief lives around the corner from it was during those days where sponse time,” Mayor Curtatone Chief Kelleher said. The two Kelleher said. “We were able where the fire occurred. “I could we had the hot weather, and we said, “and I thank them for dwellings were later demol- to make a stand in there, be- see smoke from my backyard,” hadn’t had rain for about two continually putting their lives ished during the evening, and cause we had amassed enough she said. Heuston ran towards weeks, who knows what would on the line to protect and serve into the morning of the next troops to get up there and the street and found distraught have happened.” this community.” LETTER TO THE EDITOR Fire safety and prevention tips Readers are invited to send letters to the editor to The Somerville News. Please email your letters to News@ Chief Fire Engineer Kevin Kelleher and the Somerville Fire TheSomervilleNews.com or mail them to 699 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144. The Somerville News Re- serves the right to edit letters for style, grammar and length. All letters must include an name and contact Department remind all residents that with higher temperatures information. Contact information will not be shared with the public. We look forward to hearing from you. and dry weather comes the increased risk for fire hazards, and ask residents to take necessary preventive steps in your home to To The Editor: gratitude and I want to public- assistance with housing, food, decrease this risk. In the early morning of July ly thank them for their efforts contacting relatives and friends 25th a seven-alarm fire raged that morning. and just general comfort which The following is a list of steps to consider in your home: through a section of Ward 2 Thanks also go out to the the Red Cross does so well. • Check batteries and operations in smoke detectors. displacing 44 residents and de- Somerville Police for their After the fire was out, Somer- • DO NOT use grills on porches, on any floor of your home. stroying 2 buildings with dam- support on the scene. Their ville Inspectional Services • If you use air conditioners, be sure they are plugged into updat- age to 4 others. presence was a comfort to res- worked to make sure that build- ed and secure sockets or surge protectors. Only plug extension Thanks to the extraordinary idents and allowed firefighters ings were properly dealt with cords into one outlet, and do not run cords under any rugs. response and efforts of the to do their job. and the always reliable DPW • Avoid smoking on porches, or while sitting in bed or on Somerville Firefighters there EMS personnel as well as Fire- insured that the streets were couches. was no loss of life and a rag- fighters from many area cities cleared and cleaned. • Remove overstuffed furniture from porches. ing fire, which could have had and towns including: Medford, I only have pride and thanks • NEVER clean with gasoline, or store it in warm places. far worse consequences, was Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, for the men and women who In the event of a fire, be sure your family or your roommates are contained. Brookline, Malden, Belmont, risk their lives every day to keep prepared by discussing evacuation routes and planning a meet- As I watched them tackle the Winchester, Waltham, Revere, us safe. We must always remem- ing area outside the home. blaze with along with a large Stoneham, and Everett re- ber their commitment to this “In recent weeks, a number of fires have occurred throughout group of residents, more than sponded and their efforts are to city and thank them and sup- the city, however no injuries were reported thanks to updated one person expressed their pride be commended. port them. This is one public of- and functioning smoke detectors and other actions taken by and appreciation for the heroic Displaced residents were as- ficial who will never forget. homeowners,” said Chief Kelleher. “It’s important to be proactive efforts of the Department. But sisted by the American Red about fire prevention and fire safety, particularly in extreme heat of course the Firefighters did Cross and they did a fantastic Sincerely, or, conversely, in extreme cold when space heaters and other sim- their job as if it was all in a day’s job working out of the Argen- Maryann Heuston ilar factors come into play. We are thankful that no one was seri- work, just content that they were ziano School to help displaced Ward 2 Alderman ously injured in these recent fires, but it is important to remind able to keep a community safe. residents, many of whom were 115 Beacon St. everyone that fire safety is important and necessary year-round.” They deserve our thanks and not from the area and needed 617-492-5331 8••JULY 31, 2013

COMMENTARY

The View From Prospect Hill

In between the rainstorms, heat waves, ball club has proven itself year after year of whom may become our sports heroes tion about their activities can be found and other general mayhem doled out by as being a first-class team, always offer- of the future, deserve our attention and at http://www.eteamz.com/somervil- Mother Nature these days, we can enjoy ing spectators a thrilling experience at a support. Organized sports can play a vital leyouthsoftballorganization. that particularly sweet spot of the year fraction of the expense of a trip to any role in shaping the values and sense of ac- Additionally, Somerville Recreation’s af- known as summer. one of its major league counterparts. complishment for these kids, so we really filiated programs provide a wide range of Vacations, outings, visits to and from Current leaders of the Ted Williams need to get out there for them and show activities in various sporting events such friends and family, all play a part in struc- division of the Yawkee Baseball League, that we back them up all the way. Check as soccer, boxing, and hockey. Look for turing the season’s schedule of things to attending one of their games is a sure out their schedule of events at http:// info at http://www.somervillerec.com/ do. Another sublimely satisfying way to fire way to enjoy the sport the way it www.somervillelittleleague.org. info/affiliated. pass leisure time is by attending outdoor should be enjoyed: up close and per- Also, Somerville Youth Softball Or- Yes, it’s true that small town pleasures sports events, and one doesn’t have to sonal. Find their schedule at http:// ganization is getting kids of all ages can still be enjoyed in this fast-paced drop a week’s pay at Fenway or Gillette in yawkeybaseball.com. involved in the sport and getting out modern world we find ourselves in today. order to let the family take in some top- Similarly, consider enjoying the to watch some of these games can be So slow down, take a look at what is good notch action on the field. free-spirited energy of Little League very rewarding, for both participants and noteworthy in your own backyard. Our own Somerville Alibrandis base- play in the city. These youngsters, some and spectators alike. More informa- We think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

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the Chapel ceremony at Mount Au- - in particular the progressives - poli- SPW with a 2013 dated physical, a ******************** burn Cemetary from his family and ticians decided that to appear on Fox copy of the child’s last report card, and Assembly Row Affordable Housing friends. Bert will be sorely missed 25 some of the constituents might get an original birth certificate. All chil- Lottery application deadline is Au- by many, but more especially his best the wrong idea. Guess that’s liberal dren are welcome, from ages 5 to 15. gust 8. Applications can be picked up friend and wife Dot. thinking nowadays? By the way, May- The registration fees are $20 per child, at Avalon at Assembly Row’s Leasing ******************** or Joe Curtatone was his usual happy scholarships are available. Registra- Trailer located at 74 Foley St. in As- At the Fox25 Zip Trip show the other self to have Fox 25 here in the city. Joe tions at the baby pool all this week are sembly Square and should be returned day, there was, in spite of the rain, a good was asked several times if he’s running 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. to the same location by 5 p.m. on Au- showing and a great show. Congressman for Governor. He would just smile a ******************** gust 8. Applicants must meet income Mike Capuano was asked to name the lot. We think he’s running but some- The campaign kickoff for Mike Nionakis, guidelines to be eligible for the lottery. various hills here in the city. He must thing tells us you’re going to hear real who is running for School Committee Applicants who live or work full-time have been camera shy cause we know he soon. Like real soon! What do you in Ward Two, will be next week, Tues- in Somerville, and applicants on the knows them, but somehow didn’t men- think if Joe runs for Governor? day evening, 5-8 p.m. at Sally O’Brien’s Somerville Housing Authority wait list tion Spring Hill, Ten Hills and only ******************** in Union Square. He’s a nice guy from will receive preference. If the applicant Winter Hill when reminded by VB. But The Somerville News can now be fol- a great Somerville family. We think he is claiming a preference, they will need he did mention Clarendon Hill twice. lowed on Twitter at @somervillenews. will do a great job on the School Board. to provide additional documents along Maybe that’s because he is in Ward 7 ******************** Hopefully, he will see a nice showing of with their application. To obtain an a lot, actively campaigning for his son Starting this Thursday, from 5:30 to support. application or additional information who’s running for Alderman. All and all 8 p.m., continuing through the end of ******************** about the affordable housing lottery at he did a great job. Better than most. Very August - Monday to Thursday same What a great job the Somerville Fire AVA Somerville and Avalon at Assem- few can name all the hills correctly. time - Somerville Pop Warner Foot- Department did at that huge fire over bly Row, contact Avalon Bay at Phone: ******************** ball and Cheerleading practice will be on Calvin Street. Congratulations to 855-211-8154, MABlueSkies@Ava- Maryann Heuston was the only Al- held at Foss Park. Pop Warner is cel- our Fire Department for a job well lonBay.com or visit the Leasing office derman present at Fox25 Zip Trip, ebrating its 50th anniversary, so come done. They deserve a big thank you at 74 Foley St., Somerville in Assembly maybe because we heard that some join in the greatest family in Somer- from the city. It could have been much Square. Mailing address for applica- made remarks that Fox 25 was too ville youth sports. Families must fill worse with all those houses built so tions is Avalon at Assembly Row, P.O. conservative. We imagine the liberals out registration packets and supply closely together. Box 45377, Somerville, MA 02145. JULY 31, 2013••9

COMMENTARY

The views and opinions expressed in the commentaries of The Somerville News do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of The Somerville News, its publishers or staff. New life breathed into East Broadway and East Somerville Until recently, East Somerville vard, is a microcosm of our com- slide, running under the rain- 138 new street trees that will has waited for similar transfor- munity’s evolution as we revital- style water-wall feature—which transform lower Broadway into mative projects to help boost ize neighborhoods for families doubles as a movie screen—and an attractive boulevard where its notoriety as one of the best and businesses alike. taking a ride on the swings said the community will want to regional gems for local business I’ve been to a lot of ground- as much, if not more, than any- spend more time gathering, din- and cuisine. At last, East Somer- breakings and ribbon cuttings thing I and other public officials ing, shopping, or simply taking ville’s time is now. as the city has renovated or built had to say. in the street life from a favorite Two weeks ago, we celebrat- more than 25 parks or open The ongoing reconstruction bench. We want to bring visitors ed the transformation of the spaces in the last seven years, of East Broadway continues an- to this neighborhood, and a new By Joseph A. Curtatone neighborhood, already under- but I cannot recall ever seeing other revolution underway in road design that favors short In the last decade, we have seen way, with a ribbon cutting at the a turnout like the crowds at the Somerville, creating an environ- trips over long trips will make some incredible transformations new Chuckie Harris Park and ribbon cutting for Chuckie Har- ment that’s healthy for residents East Broadway a destination, across the city, from the new with a tour of the East Broad- ris Park. WBUR called Chuckie and the business community not a cut-through for I-93. neighborhood springing up in way Streetscape project. The Harris Park a “quiet revolution alike. When complete, the city We’re reclaiming East Broad- Assembly Square, to construc- remarkable transformation of in play design,” but it was any- will have installed 43 attractive way for our community, and we tion for the new Green Line Harris Park from a concrete lot thing but quiet at the ribbon new benches, 20 bike racks, are reclaiming it for all residents. station in Union Square, to the into a dynamic space, along with cutting ceremony. Kids laugh- many new lamp posts and, yes, All of our policy decisions are addition of bike lanes and im- the ongoing renovation of lower ing and running up the park’s even some pretty nice looking made with an eye on promoting proved streetscapes citywide. Broadway into an urban boule- “mountain” to shoot down the trash bins. That’s alongside the accessibility Continued on page 17 Lost opportunity on Washington Street ton Street) and by Cathartes the Planning Board which asked and concerns from their plans dren and families. By Tim Talun Private Investments on the ad- the developers to respond to the and doing the absolute mini- Innovative affordable housing It was once believed that the jacent Cota Funeral Home (197 concerns of the surrounding mum required by zoning while projects around the country are harm caused by building the Washington Street) was ap- community and meet the min- making minor concessions at the finding new ways to provide ac- elevated McGrath highway was proved by the Somerville Plan- imum requirements of zoning, end as “payback” for these fail- tive public space that brings res- justified by the collective benefit ning Board. It was approved the size of the proposed build- ures. If their primary goal was idents together – Via Verde, re- it would provide. Today it has over the objections of nearly ev- ings was reduced, removing 10 simply to get the most housing cently constructed in the Bronx, been agreed that this overpass eryone living around the project, units from the original 84. This units built, this calculation was provides a landscaped courtyard will be torn down and reconfig- who simply asked for buildings is a significant change, but does correct. But if their goal was to and rooftop with communal ured to fix this mistake, but a few they could be proud to live next not address the majority of con- create the best possible housing garden plots and groves of fruit hundred feet down Washington to in a project that meets the cerns about the project. The real integrated into the surrounding trees that will let tenants grow Street an even more question- goals of the Union Square Zon- problem has been a lack of vision neighborhood, this calculation their own fruits and vegetables. able argument has been made ing Ordinance and the Somervi- in conceiving what buildings on was wrong. But here in Somerville, the proj- that the collective benefit pro- sion Comprehensive Plan. This this site can and should be. While cities such as Seattle ect on Washington Street will vided by a housing development wasn’t just NIMBY’s opposed to Since this project was first pro- and Portland are deliberately take the existing green space at is more important than the con- change, but real suggestions for posed, neighbors have struggled slowing and decreasing traffic the historic Cota funeral home cerns of those that live around it. improving this project. Everyone to have their voices heard. The on their residential side streets and turn it into a parking lot. On July 18, the controversial should be concerned if this is Somerville Community Cor- to make them friendlier for kids In spite of resident concerns development proposed by the the precedent for future devel- poration calculated that they to cross and play on, this proj- and the recommendations of Somerville Community Cor- opment in Union Square and would be better off treating their ect will deliberately route traffic the Design Review Board, the poration on the site of the Boys around Somerville. future neighbors as opponents, through the residential streets of sunken plaza at the SCC build- and Girls Club (181 Washing- In order to gain approval from excluding the community’s ideas prospect hill that are full of chil- ing entrance Continued on page 17 Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte Somerville High School - Class of 1981 turns 50 years old Hello Somerville! past five years I have met some of Somer- this once in a lifetime event. I thought it are also proud members of Somerville’s Here is a great arti- ville’s finest kids who work their tails off was an awesome idea, so in March of this police and fire departments. Others, on cle from a good friend singing and dancing, and entertaining year I put the idea in a post on our Face- the other hand, have dealt with divorce, of mine who is a true the people of Somerville. I would also book reunion group. The responses were the loss of a child, the loss of a spouse, Somerville kid! But like to thank Thalia Tringo of Thalia overwhelming. So, this past April a group cancer or other illnesses. Saddest of all before you read his Tringo & Associates for providing piz- of us from Somerville High School’s is that there are 30 members of our class story I just want to congratulate The za and soft drinks at Wednesday’s Sun- Class of 1981 met at Casey’s Bar in East (that we know of ) that have passed on. In Sunsetters, for who I have the pleasure setters preformance on Hall Ave. To the Somerville. How fitting that the class of other words, like anyone else, we’ve had of being the director. They performed on neighbor who called the cops I say…nay ‘81 returns to Somerville. our share of life’s ups and downs. Some Fox 25’s Zip Trip last Friday and were nay, they didn’t stop the show! In our years since graduation, my class- of us have had it good and some of us… a big hit! It’s too bad someone actually ______mates have had varied and storied tales well, not so good. called the police on them while they were Between last year and this year, the alum- to tell. Some of us have gone on to be- So, on April 27 (to be exact) a group doing a show on Hall Ave. the Wednes- ni of Somerville High School’s Class of come quite successful and yet others have of us gathered at Casey’s on Broadway day before. Maybe the irate neighbor 1981 will have turned 50 years old. Last had life’s struggles dropped in their laps. in East Somerville. I knew the turn out would rather have had the teenagers year my friend and classmate Angela Some have gone on to become doctors, wouldn’t be like a regular reunion, but hanging on the corner, or breaking win- Sperduto sent me a Facebook message lawyers, quality inspectors, printers, chefs we got a good crowd. The majority of dows, or drinking or doing drugs. For the suggesting we do something to celebrate and politicians, just to name a few. A few the crowd was my Continued on page 16 10••JULY 31, 2013

Beacon Hill Roll Call

Beacon Hill Roll Call can also be viewed on our Web site at www.thesomervillenews.com THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call rick’s veto of a transportation package that proponents one thing only -- a crippling tax increase. Massachusetts records the votes of local representatives on five roll calls say will raise $500 million through tax hikes. Some op- taxpayers should not be lulled into a false sense of hope and local senators on four from the week of July 22-26. ponents of the measure dispute the projections and ar- that the $500 million tax increase approved by House gue that the total in tax hikes will be substantially more Democrats is better than the nearly $2 billion increase Our Legislators in the House and Senate for Somerville: than $500 million. Patrick said he vetoed the package being pushed by Gov. Patrick.” because it did not raise enough revenue. The Legislature previously had rejected the governor’s amendment that (Both roll calls are listed. A “Yes” vote is for the tax hikes. would impose an additional gas tax hike, estimated at A “No” vote is against them.) between 3 or 4 cents per gallon, in 2017 if the tolls from Newton to the New York border come down as planned, Rep. Denise Provost Yes/Yes eliminating $135 million in tax revenue. Rep. Carl Sciortino Yes/Yes Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes/Yes Provisions of the Legislature’s package include a 3-cent- Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes/Yes per-gallon hike in the state’s current 21-cent-per-gallon Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes/Yes gas tax, which, beginning in 2015, would also be indexed Rep. Denise Provost to inflation. Other provisions include a $1 hike in the $200,000 FOR POST-PARTUM DEPRESSION DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Twenty-seventh Mid- current $2.51-per-package cigarette tax, an increase in (H 3538) dlesex. - Consisting of precinct 3 of ward 2, all precincts the tax on cigars and smokeless tobacco, a change in House 156-0, Senate 39-0, overrode Gov. Patrick’s of ward 3, precinct 3 of ward 4, and all precincts of the way utilities are classified for tax purposes, and the veto of $200,000 for a post-partum depression pilot wards 5 and 6, of the city of Somerville, in the county reinstatement of tolls at exits 1 through 6 on the Mas- program. of Middlesex. sachusetts Turnpike in Western Massachusetts. The legislation also imposes a new 6.25 percent sales tax on Override supporters said this program would be helpful computer system design services as well as services to in getting a handle on this serious illness that can occur modify prewritten software. after childbirth, miscarriage and stillbirth.

Supporters said the bill is a reasonable and responsi- In his veto message, the governor said that he vetoed the ble package that will provide $805 million in revenue funding because it was not consistent with the budget by 2018 to begin to solve many of the structural and he filed. financial problems that plague the state’s transportation system. House Speaker Robert DeLeo said, “I (A “Yes” vote is for the $200,000.) think that we have provided a good piece of legislation Rep. Carl Sciortino providing proper financing for transportation for many Rep. Denise Provost Yes DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Thirty-fourth Mid- years to come.” Rep. Carl Sciortino Yes dlesex. - Consisting of all precincts in wards 4 and 5, pre- Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes cinct 1 of ward 7, and precinct 2 of ward 8, of the city of Some supporters said they reluctantly voted for the Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes Medford, precincts 1 and 2 of ward 4, and all precincts package as the lesser of two evils. They said they would Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes of ward 7, of the city of Somerville, both in the county rather vote for these hikes than vote to sustain the gov- of Middlesex. ernor’s veto and have the process start from scratch again $177 MILLION FOR LOCAL AID (H 3538) with the looming prospect of passage of an even bigger House 156-0, Senate 39-0, overrode Gov. Patrick’s veto tax package. of $177 million in funding for unrestricted local aid.

Sixteen Democratic legislators who voted in favor of the Override supporters said this local aid is crucial for local tax hikes last week had previously voted against them cities and towns who depend on this to fund many im- when they were first approved by the House 106-47 and portant local services. the Senate 34-6 on June 26. One of these legislators, Rep. Josh Cutler (D-Duxbury), said “This override was An aide to Gov. Patrick said local aid provided one lump Rep. Timothy Toomey a vote against the governor’s push for even higher tax- sum from which the governor could make a single cut, DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Twenty-sixth Middle- es. It’s as simple as that.” MassGOP Chairman Kirsten versus having to make smaller cuts to many different sex. - Consisting of all precincts of ward 1, precinct 1 Hughes had a different spin. “(Some) Democrats caved programs to achieve the cost-savings needed. The aide of ward 2, precincts 1 and 2 of ward 3, and precinct 1 in to the Beacon Hill bosses and voted for a massive tax added that cities and towns have a lot of discretion as to of ward 6, of the city of Cambridge, and all precincts of hike that even some Democrats said will hit middle class how local aid is spent so they have greater flexibility to ward 1 and precincts 1 and 2 of ward 2, of the city of families hard,” said Hughes. move the funds around as needed. Somerville, both in the county of Middlesex. The 16 Democrats who initially voted against the tax (A “Yes” vote is for the $177 million.) hikes and later voted for them include: Sens. Kathleen O’Connor Ives (D-Newburyport) and James Timilty Rep. Denise Provost Yes (D-Walpole); Reps. James Arciero (D-Westford), Brian Rep. Carl Sciortino Yes Ashe (D-Longmeadow), Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy), Sean Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes Curran (D-Springfield), Josh Cutler (D-Duxbury), Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes Stephen DiNatale (D-Fitchburg), Diana DiZoglio Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes (D-Methuen), James Dwyer (D-Woburn), Colleen Gar- ry (D-Dracut), Danielle Gregoire (D-Marlborough), $200,000 FOR PROSTATE CANCER (H 3539) Paul Heroux (D-Attleboro), Thomas Petrolati (D-Lud- House 156-0, Senate 40-0, overrode the governor’s veto Sen. Patricia Jehlen low), Walter Timilty (D-Milton) and Jonathan Zlotnik of $200,000 for a prostate research program aimed at DISTRICT REPRESENTED: Second Middlesex. - (D-Gardner). improving early detection of aggressive prostate cancer, Medford, Somerville, entire city, Woburn, ward 2, and eliminating unnecessary biopsies and reducing health Winchester. Opponents said the proposed tax hikes will hurt already care costs. overburdened taxpayers and businesses and urged the OVERRIDE VETO AND APPROVE MILLIONS state to live within its means. House Minority Leader Override supporters said one out of every five men will IN TAX HIKES (H 3535) Bradley Jones (R-North Reading) said, “Today’s vote get prostate cancer and argued the $200,000 will help House 123-33, Senate 35-5, overrode Gov. Deval Pat- in the House of Representatives is about one thing and save lives. JULY 31, 2013••11

Beacon Hill Roll Call continued

In his veto message, Patrick said he vetoed the our Lord 2013, the Democratic monopoly government Massachusetts, on a proposal to raise the minimum wage to $200,000 because it authorizes “additional funding in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has imposed $11 per hour. that is non-essential.” a permanent increase in the gas tax that will automat- ically rise based on the Consumer Price Index without “Bogus, fraudulent and misleading. These are the same (A “Yes” vote is for the $200,000.) any further votes or political accountability. Such tax- stupid arguments we’ve heard since I was in the Legis- ation without representation would make even King lature.” – Steven Tolman, president of the Massachusetts Rep. Denise Provost Yes George blush.” AFL-CIO, on the NFIB report criticizing the minimum Rep. Carl Sciortino Yes wage hike. Rep. Timothy Toomey Yes TWO POSSIBLE 2014 BALLOT QUESTIONS - Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes Sponsors of possible ballot questions in the November “It’s an opportunity to be one of 2,000 people, because Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes 2014 election are facing their first deadline in the long that’s what I’ve read, only about 2,000 tourist visas are process to get their proposed law on the ballot. Sponsors given each year to get into North Korea. What other AUDIT WELFARE DEPARTMENT (H 3556) have until August 7 to submit the proposal and the sig- people read about in the news, I’ll be able to see first- House 46-108, rejected an amendment requiring the natures of ten citizens. Attorney General Martha Coak- hand.” – Rep. Paul Heroux (D-Attleboro) on his upcoming state auditor to audit the welfare department. ley’s office will then determine whether the measures are trip to North Korea. constitutional. If they pass that hurdle, the next step is to Amendment supporters said the system needs an out- gather 68,911 voter signatures by November 20. “Folks, we have a chance today to stop the death of the side independent audit that is not performed by welfare tech industry in Massachusetts.” – Rep. Marc Lombardo personnel. Supporters of increasing the minimum wage from $8 (R-Billerica) urging colleagues to vote against a tax package per hour to $11 per hour and requiring employers to that includes a new 6.25 percent sales tax on computer sys- Amendment opponents said a newly created fraud bu- offer paid sick days have announced that they will take tem design services as well as services to modify prewritten reau will be conducting audits. the first step and are ready to do battle and get their software. questions on the ballot unless they are approved by the (A “Yes” vote is for the audit. A “No” vote is against it.) Legislature. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the Rep. Denise Provost No The voters in 2012 approved ballot questions that allow House and Senate were in session each week. Many leg- Rep. Carl Sciortino No medical use of marijuana and require auto manufactur- islators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of Rep. Timothy Toomey No ers to sell to non-dealer repair shops complete repair the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is information and diagnostic tools. They rejected a pro- done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL posal to allow terminally ill patients with fewer than six note that their jobs also involve committee work, re- months to live to obtain medication they can self-admin- search, constituent work and other matters that are im- LIST CARBS IN SCHOOLS (H 130) - The House ister to commit suicide. portant to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature gave initial approval to legislation requiring that public does not meet regularly enough or long enough to debate schools list the amount of carbohydrates contained in all HEALTH BENEFITS FOR EX-PRISONERS (S and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of leg- food products served to diabetic children, teachers and 537) - The Health Care Financing Committee held a islation that are filed. They note that the infrequent and faculty. The House gave initial approval to the proposal hearing on legislation requiring the state to set up a sys- /or short meetings which the Legislature holds during last year but it did not advance any further in the Legis- tem that would provide MassHealth benefits to eligible its normal sitting time often prompt irresponsible late- lature and died. ex-prisoners on the day they are released. MassHealth is night sessions and urgency to act on dozens of bills in the state’s Medicaid program that provides health care the final days of each year. POTLUCK DINNERS (H 1997) - The House gave for qualified low-income and disabled persons. initial approval to a bill that would prohibit state and During the week of July 22-26, the House met for a total local departments of public health from regulating the GUN BUYBACK PROGRAM (H 3316) - A bill of six hours and 53 minutes while the Senate met for a serving food brought to a potluck dinners sponsored by pending before the Public Safety and Homeland Secu- total of nine hours and 42 minutes. a group of individuals or by a religious, charitable or non- rity Committee would establish a statewide firearm buy- Mon. July 22 House 11:05 a.m. to 11:13 a.m. profit organization. Supporters say some local boards of back program. Anyone who turns in a gun would receive Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. health have gone too far by attempting to regulate this cash and/or a gift certificate. The proposal prohibits au- time-honored harmless tradition. Opponents say there thorities from asking anyone for his or her ID and also Tues. July 23 No House session is real danger of diners getting a food-borne illness and gives them immunity from prosecution for possession of Senate 11:02 a.m. to 2:07 p.m. noted people have become sick and even died from the that firearm. Wed. July 24 House 11:05 a.m. to 5:25 p.m. food at these events. Senate 1:00 p.m. to 3:49 p.m. QUOTABLE QUOTES BIRTH OF A GAS TAX - Rep. Dan Winslow (R-Nor- Thurs. July 25 House 11:02 a.m. to 11:27 a.m. folk) had some fun combining the birth of an heir to “This proposal would hit the economy like a wrecking Senate 1:01 p.m. to 4:46 p.m. the British throne and the gas tax hike approved by the ball ... Massachusetts will have tens of thousands fewer Fri. July 26 No House session Legislature. Winslow unveiled a framed announcement jobs, which means fewer opportunities for workers on No Senate session in front of the House chamber proclaiming, “Know all the lowest rungs of the ladder.” – Bill Vernon, Director of Persons, that on this the 24th day of July in the year of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at [email protected]

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CONT. FROM PG 3 being portrayed as the wonder- Taste of The Town segment, Bua ful city that it is. “It’s good to see informed the audience that The Somerville being represented as Painted Burro won an award, the a great city with a lot of arts and best Mexican Restaurant of Bos- restaurants,” said Cheryl Win- ton award, for a second consecu- ter, a lifelong resident of the tive year. He also gave a demon- city. “Honestly, it is just a great stration for the preparation of a place to live.” particular dish. Other highlights of the event The mayor spoke briefly on the included appearances by Dan- upcoming Green Line expansion ny Bua, Executive Chef of The and the arrival of arrivals of ven- Painted Burro as well as Mayor dors Nike and Brooks Brothers Joseph A. Curtatone. During the in Assembly Square. JULY 31, 2013••13

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SPORTS Hits galore as Alibrandis improves to 22-3 two doubles while going 2-for-3; By Mike Stoller Rogers went 3-for-5 with a tri- Seventeen hits, including five ple; and Barrett also had three doubles, propelled the Somer- hits in five tries. ville Alibrandis baseball team to “It’s good to have Bobby back a solid 11-3 victory over the host at 100 percent now,” said Lynch, Savin Hill Hornets last week. A noting Barrett had injured his 3-3 game was put out of reach elbow earlier in the season. when Alibrandis scored two in Lynch also praised Rogers for the second inning, three in the his strong presence in the lineup. fifth, two in the sixth, and one in “He’s starting to really hit,” the the seventh. coach said. “It’s definitely good “It was a confidence builder to to have his bat going.” get all those hits this late in the Also contributing were Lo- season,” said Alibrandis assis- gan Gillis and Justin Crisafulli. tant coach Cam Lynch, whose Both players went 2-for-4 with squad improved to 22-3 in the an RBI. Yawkey League. John Morse, meanwhile, im- Alibrandis had a number of proved his record to 7-1 on the hitters who drove the ball well hill. Morse allowed three runs Photo by Harry Kane as the Somerville team scored on six hits in five innings of in every inning except the third work. He struck out seven and The Alibrandis’ lead in the playoff hunt gets longer as their record improves to 22-3 as the regular season winds down. and fourth. walked only one. Mike Maguire, Teddy Dziuba, “After a shaky start, he bounced Alibrandis also had a good He’s on his own. He’s probably slate this week, visiting the Steve Rogers, and Bobby Bar- back and pitched a good game,” night on the bases, as Gillis and one of the best base stealers in East Boston Knights, Brigh- rett all drove in two runs while Lynch said. Rogers each swiped two bags. the league. When he knows he ton Minutemen, and Al having terrific nights at the plate. Ryan Cosmopulos gave up “We play aggressive,” Lynch can go, he goes.” Thomas Athletics on Monday, Maguire went for 2-for-4 with a just one hit in two solid innings said. “At least four of our guys Alibrandis played only one Tuesday, and Thursday, repair of doubles; Dziuba also had of relief. all have the green light, to go game last week due to rain- spectively, before returning to whenever they can get a good outs. The Somerville squad Trum Field on Friday to host jump, especially Mike Maguire. has four more games on the the Stoneham Sabers. Ms. Cam’s Youth, law enforcement basketball tournament Law enforcement officials, youth dance component. Referees and support the Metro Gang Task Olio - (noun) A miscellaneous services workers and local teens entertainers will volunteer their Force and “hot spot” patrols on mixture, hodgepodge will join together for the Sixth time, and local businesses have urban streets. Annual Metro Mayors Basket- donated supplies such as food The public is invited to come 1. What famed ranch can 7. What is the#380 score given ball Tournament on Saturday, and basketballs for the event. and cheer on their local team. you see from Ranch Road to a forfeited baseball August 3, in a show of solidar- The rain location is the Somer- For more information, contact No.1 near Stonewall, game? ity among youth and those who ville High School Gymnasium, MAPC Government Affairs Texas? fight for their safety. 8. Where is the Prado 81 Highland Ave. in Somerville. Specialist Charlie Ticotsky at 2. What was the motto Museum located? Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, The tournament is funded in 617-933-0710 or cticotsky@ President Harry S. Tru- Malden, Quincy, Revere, Somer- part by the Charles E. Shannon, mapc.org. man kept on his desk? 9. What was the capital ville and Winthrop will send Jr. Community Safety Initiative, Visit mapc.org/regional-col- of Persia in the seven- teams to a five-on-five tourna- a state grant program supported laboration/metro-mayors-coali- 3. Who was the first pres- teenth century? ment hosted by the Metro May- by the legislature and the Gover- tion for more information. ident to be inaugurated in ors Coalition as a way to promote nor, which promotes a regional Community partners by city/ Washington, D.C.? 10. What is “Alf ’s” home safe summer activities and kick approach to addressing youth town: planet? off the coming school year. and gang violence throughout • Cambridge: Cambridge PD, 4. Where did the word The Metro Mayors Coali- Massachusetts. Cambridge Youth Services “Yankee” come from? 11. What nickname was tion, facilitated by the Metro- Shannon Grant funds provide • Chelsea: Chelsea PD, Roca, given to Martha Stewart politan Area Planning Coun- resources to support both pre- Jordan Boys and Girls Club 5. How long was Johnny while in prison? cil (MAPC), is a collaborative vention and enforcement mea- • Everett: Everett PD, Everett Carson the host of The group that brings together 13 sures in the battle against youth- Public Schools and Everett Boys Tonight Show? 12. What is a yellow shafted flicker? mayors and city and town man- and gang-related crime. The and Girls Club 6. What college did Hel- agers from the Greater Boston Metro Mayors Shannon Grant • Malden: Malden PD, City of Answers on page 23 en Keller attend? area to find common solutions Community Safety Initiative Malden to shared problems. includes community partners • Quincy: Quincy PD, Quincy The tournament takes place such as Teen Empowerment in Recreation Department from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Somerville and Roca in Chelsea. • Revere: Revere PD, Police Somerville’s Trum Field, locat- These groups use the fund- Athletic League, Revere Cares, ed at 541 Broadway, between ing to support programs offer- and Revere High School Con- Ball and Magoun Squares. Play ing at-risk and court-involved nect begins at 10 a.m., with lunch youth the opportunity to turn • Somerville: Somerville PD, during the tournament from their lives in a new direction. Teen Empowerment noon to 1:00 p.m. There will be a Police departments across the • Winthrop: Winthrop PD, three-point contest and a DJ and region also use the funding to Casa

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SomerStreets’ summer seizure a sure success Seize the Summer, the July in- craft vendors, food and more. stallment of the city’s season- SomerStreets is the City of al SomerStreets festival took Somerville’s take on the interna- place Sunday, July 29 between tionally-renowned Open Streets Walnut and Cedar Streets on concept, closing busy city streets Highland Ave. to vehicles, and opening them Seize the Summer is the second up for cycling, walking, dancing, of the 2013 SomerStreets cel- running, and other modes of ebrations, with the first event activity. Through SomerStreets, having drawn more than 3,000 the city and its community attendees in June along East partners aim to promote and Broadway. For this unique street encourage easy access to physi- fair, where “roads are closed to cal activity, fresh foods, and re- cars and open to you,” program- connecting with neighborhoods ming included: a family bike and businesses and their unique ride, health and fitness fair, live cultural elements in a thriving music, family-friendly activities, urban environment. Photos by Bobbie Toner

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA. 02141 (617) 768- 5800 Docket No. MI 13P3563PM CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS CITY OF SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONSERVATOR OR OTHER PROTECTED ORDER PURSUANT TO JOSEPH A. CURTATONE JOSEPH A. CURTATONE G. L.c. 190B, ss5-304& 5-405 MAYOR MAYOR In the matter of: Jenovina Petroni RESPONDENT MICHAEL F. GLAVIN MICHAEL F. GLAVIN Person to be Protected/Minor EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Of: Somerville, MA. PLANNING DIVISION PLANNING DIVISION To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE has been filed by OF PUBLIC HEARING OF PUBLIC HEARING Amber Dubois of Arlington, MA A public hearing for all interested parties will be held by the Plan- The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Wednesday, August 7, 2013, in the above captioned matter alleging that Jenovina Petroni is in ning Board on Thursday, August 8, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. in the Aldermanic in the Aldermanic Chambers, 2nd Floor, Somerville City Hall, 93 High- need of a Conservator or other protective order and requesting that land Avenue, at 6:00 p.m. to hear pending applications and to hold Chambers on the Second Floor of Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland public hearings: Avenue, Somerville, MA. Robin Portie of Somerville, MA 11 North St: (Case #ZBA 2013-50) Applicant, Nunsin Bosse, and 16-18 Bow Street: (Case #PB 2013-14) Applicant, the United States (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Conservator to serve Owner, Somerville Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Inc., seek Postal Service, and Owner, 16 Bow Street Realty Trust, seek a Spe- With Surety on the bond. cial Permit under SZO §6.1.22.D.5.a to alter a nonconforming structure a Special Permit under SZO §4.4.1 to alter windows and doors of the The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is dis- front and rear façades, and to modify the roof of a nonconforming which includes modifications to signage and the rear egress as well as to provide ADA accessibility. CCD55 zone. Ward 3. abled, that a protective order or appointment of a Conservator is structure. RB zone. Ward 7. necessary, and that the proposed conservator is appropriate. The 2-8 Broadway: (Case #PB 2013-15) Applicant and Owner, Lolastar, petition is on file with this court. 8 Mount Vernon St: (Case #ZBA 2013-51) Applicants and Owners, Fer- ______min and Barbara Castro, seek a Special Permit under SZO §4.4.1 to al- LLC, seek a Special Permit with Site Plan Review under SZO §6.5.D.1 ter the rear façade, which includes modifications to windows, doors, & 7.13.E to establish 11 residential units and under SZO §6.5.D.2 to You have a right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you and the deck, and to remove windows from the left side façade of a establish by-right uses §7.13B, and 7.13.C small and/or medium retail. or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or be- nonconforming, two-family dwelling. RB zone. Ward 1. The applicant seeks approval under SZO §9.17.2.A for reduced park- fore 10:00 A.M. on the return day 08/20/2013. This day is NOT a hearing ing requirements, and §6.5.G.18 for the reduced lot area and §6.5.D.5 date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appear- 28R Elmwood St: (Case #ZBA 2013-52) Applicant and Owner, Gwen to alter facades and signage. Article 13 Inclusionary Housing will ap- ance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appear- Simpkins, Delaporte Development, Inc., seek a Special Permit under ply. TOD 55. Ward 1. ance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without SZO §4.4.1 to alter an existing two-family, nonconforming, dwelling by further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you Copies of these ordinances are available for review in the Office of constructing an approximately 129 square foot second story addition or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts Strategic Planning and Community Development, located on the third over an existing roof within the existing non-conforming rear yard set- and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date. back. RB Zone. Ward 7. floor of City Hall, 93 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA, Mon-Wed, 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Thurs, 8:30 am-7:30 pm; and Fri, 8:30 am-12:30 pm; and IMPORTANT NOTICE 19-21 Village St: (Case #ZBA 2013-53) Applicant and Owner, Village at www.somervillema.gov/planningandzoning. As cases may be con- The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away People Realty Trust, seek a Special Permit with Site Plan Review un- tinued to later dates, please check the agenda on the City’s website the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal der SZO §7.11.1.c to establish 7 residential units. RC Zone. Ward 2. or call before attending. Continued cases will not be re-advertised. affairs or financial affairs or both. If the above-named person cannot Interested persons may provide comments to the Planning Board at 37 Alpine St: (Case #ZBA 2013-54) Applicant and afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense. the hearing or by submitting written comments by mail to OSPCD, Owners, David and Patricia Rances, seek a Spe- Planning Division, 93 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143; by fax Witness: Hon. Peter C. DiGangi, First Justice of this Court. cial Permit under SZO §4.4.1 to alter an existing to 617-625-0722; or by email to [email protected]. one-family, nonconforming, dwelling to add an ap- Date: July 23, 2013 Tara E. De Cristofaro proximately 274 square foot second story addition Attest: Kevin Prior, Chairman Register of Probate including a dormer over an existing roof within the To be published in the Somerville News 7/24/13 & 7/31/13. 7/31/13 The Somerville News existing nonconforming side yard setback. RB Zone. Ward 5. 7/24/13, 7/31/13 The Somerville News Attest: Dawn Pereira, Administrative Assistant Published in Somerville News on 7/24/13 & 7/31/13. 7/24/13, 7/31/12 The Somerville News

NOTICE OF INITIAL SITE INVESTIGATION AND TIER 11 CLASSIFICATION CITY OF SOMERVILLE PURCHASING DEPARTMENT 298 SOMERVILLE AVENUE CITY OF SOMERVILLE RFQ 14-17 SOMERVILLE, MASSACHUSETTS PURCHASING DEPARTMENT RELEASE TRACKING NUMBERS 3-31291 IFB # 14-18 The City of Somerville, through the Purchasing Department invites sealed proposals for: A release of oil and /or hazardous materials has occurred at this lo- The City of Somerville, through the Purchasing Department invites On-Call Engineering Services cation, which is a disposal site as defined by M.G.L. c.21E, ss2 and sealed bids for: An Request for Proposals (RFP) and specifications may be obtained the Massachusetts Contingency Plan, 310 CMR 40,000. To evaluate Dedicated Internet Access at the Purchasing Department, Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Ave., the release, A Phase 1 Initial Site Investigation was performed pur- An invitation for bids (IFB) and specifications may be obtained at the Somerville, MA. 02143 on or after: Wednesday, July 31, 2013. Sealed suant to 310 CMR 40. 0480. As a result of this investigation, the Site Purchasing Department, City Hall, 93 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA. proposals will be received at the above office until: Wednesday, Au- has been classified as Tier 11 pursuant to 310 CMR 40.0500. On JULY 02143 on or after: Monday, July 29, 2013. Sealed bids will be received gust 14, 2013 at 11:00 AM. The Purchasing Director reserves the right 25, 2013 UNION SQUARE, LLC filed a Tier 11 Classification Submittal at the above office until: Thursday, August 15, 2013, at 11:00A.M. at to reject any or all proposals if, in her sole judgment, the best interest with the Department of Environmental Protection (Mass DEP). To which time sealed bids will be open. The Purchasing Director re- of the City of Somerville would be served by so doing. obtain more information on this disposal site, please contact UNION serves the right to reject any or all proposals if, in her sole judgment, SQUARE LLC’s representative, William A. Simmons, Licensed Site The City of Somerville, Massachusetts (City) is seeking to engage the best interest of the City of Somerville would be served by so doing. Professional of Simmons Environmental Services, Inc. 213 Elm Street the services of qualified professional engineering consulting firms Salisbury, MA 01952, 978-463-6669. The contract term shall be for a period of three (3) years from with demonstrated expertise and experience in various civil engi- 09/01/2013 through 08/31/2016. neering disciplines to provide high quality professional services in The Tier 11 Classification Submittal and the disposal site file can be a timely, cost effective manner. Services will be requested on an reviewed at MASSDEP, NORTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE, 205B LOW- For all information regarding this bid, please email: Orazio DeLuca, “as needed” basis for tasks in various civil engineering disciplines ELL STREET, WILMINGTON, MA 01887 TELEPHONE NUMBER -978- Contract Manager @ [email protected]. involving design of small public works projects that are presented 694-3320. Angela M. Allen for City approvals. Additional public involvement opportunities are available under 310 Purchasing Director The successful offeror must be an Equal Opportunity Employer. CMR 40.1402(9) and 310 CMR 40.1404. 617-625-6600 x. 3400 Please contact Orazio DeLuca, Contract Manager, x3407, or email 7/31/13 The Somerville News 7/31/13 The Somerville News [email protected], for information and proposal packages. Angela M. Allen CONT. FROM PG 9 Purchasing Director Class of 1981 turns 50 years old 617-625-6600 x. 3400 classmates from the old Northeast- Our headmaster then was Mr. Wil- So, to my friends from Somer- 7/31/13 The Somerville News ern Junior High. Some that I have liam Fasciano. In his address to ville High’s Class of 1981, I raise a not seen since leaving that school our class, he told us that in all his toast to you all. Happy 50th Birth- PATS TOWING in 1978. We also had two teachers years as headmaster at Somerville day and lets all hope for 50 more, ***************NOTICE TO OWNERS ONLY ************** from that school (who also ended High he never saw a class with so for all of us. The following abandoned and / or junk motor vehicles ______will be disposed of or sold, any questions regarding this up at the high school) come down much enthusiasm, vigor and ambi- matter please contact Pat’s Towing. and celebrate their former students tion. He knew then that the class of Please send me your ideas for articles Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm turning 50 years old. Ms. Rosemary 1981 would go out into the world and stories. You can go to my Facebook Tel: 617-354-4000, Fax 617-623-4287 Gormley (Mrs. Watson back then) and make a difference. I think he page, email me at [email protected] or 2006 BMW 325X1 Vin WBAVD135X6KV13385 and Mr. Larry Iamello came down, was correct. I also think we have leave a message at 617-623-0554. 2003 Honda Odyssey Vin 5FNRL18993B097440 ______had a few beers with us and we all made a difference. In a world that 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan Vin 1B4GP44RXYB760105 talked about that run-down and di- has changed so much in 32 years, Jimmy is available to host your event, Date of Sale: August 29, 2013 lapidated school that we all had to the Class of 1981 has rolled with play music, or just spice up any party Time: 12:00PM endure back then. those changes. We’ve taken life’s or function. Call 617-623-0554 or Location: 160 McGrath Hwy, Somerville, MA 02143 It seems like yesterday that we curve balls in stride and continue to [email protected] 7/31/13, 8/7/13, 7/14/13 The Somerville News crossed the stage at Dilboy Field live life with that same enthusiasm, ______to receive our diplomas and head vigor and ambition that made us fa- You can email Jimmy directly at jim- Legal Notices can be downloaded from our Web site: into the next chapter of our lives. mous back in 1981. [email protected]. www.TheSomervilleNews.com JULY 31, 2013••17

Cavalia rides into Somerville CONT. FROM PG 1 together around the most beau- As workers put the finishing tiful landscape in the world.” touches on the big top frame “The challenge was to do a yesterday, bulldozers set about perfect marriage between the moving up to 10,000 tons of dirt performing arts and the eques- to build the mountain landscape trian arts,” he said. “So we gave of Latourelle’s vision. The world ourselves the resources and the of Odysseo will be brought to technology to realize that.” life by state-of-the-art visual ef-

The result is the world’s larg- fects, including a high definition Photo by Elizabeth Sheeran est touring show; twice the size 3D backdrop the size of three of anything else on record. Per- IMAX screens. And in the few forming alongside Cavalia’s 63 days that remain before open- four-legged stars are four dozen ing night, crews will prepare artists of the two-legged vari- the stage surface for the show’s ety: riders, acrobats, aerialists, grand finale, when the horses dancers and musicians from and their human friends will 13 different countries. Backing frolic in 80,000 gallons of water. them up behind the scenes are “What you see as the public is 120 full-time employees who almost a six-dimensional experi- tour with the group, close to 100 ence,” said Latourelle. “You enter local workers hired for the set for two hours of show to make up, and another 100 or so locals you travel, to make you have fun, who will work throughout the and to make you dream.” run of the show at everything And he said the fun isn’t all Cavalia is using heavy equipment to build a mountain landscape under the “big white top.” from ticket sales, to bartending, reserved for the humans. “We to stable help. want the horses to feel when fun,” said Latourelle. pany is partnering with the city to experience Odysseo, and will Cavalia’s mainstage tent, they come onstage that it is not Cavalia has so far announced to ensure that excess tickets go publicize those opportunities on dubbed the “big white top,” is a workplace but a playground,” two weeks’ worth of perfor- to moderate and low income the city website. itself an engineering innovation. said Latourelle. He said Odysseo mances in Somerville, but sim- Somerville families who may Said Mayor Curtatone, “We’re The 2,000-seat performance is unique in that its horses per- ilar engagements have typically not otherwise be able to afford excited to have the world’s big- space rises 10 stories high and form a great deal of the show been extended by six weeks or the admission price, which starts gest stage, holding what’s prob- covers the area of two football without bits in their mouths, more. Mayor Joseph Curtatone at around $50 for adults. ably the greatest show touring fields. The canvas structure is even though half of them are said the city was ready to host “It’s a moving show and it’s im- the world today, right here in supported by four masts and notoriously hard-to-train stal- Odysseo for up to three months portant for everyone to have that Somerville.” three arches, and tethered to the lions. When the horses arrive in and beyond, and the longer the opportunity to see it,” said May- Cavalia will open Wednesday, ground with 3.6 miles of steel Somerville tomorrow, they’ll be run, the greater the benefits to or Curtatone. He said his office August 7 and is currently sched- cable. Eighty tons of sound, light fresh off a two-week vacation at Somerville residents. will work through city depart- uled to run through August 18, and mechanical equipment are the company’s farm in southern Along with the money Caval- ments and social service agen- with an extension likely. Ticket suspended from above, so as not Quebec where they’re “on holi- ia and its patrons will spend cies to coordinate opportunities information is available at www. to block the view. day, just eating grass and having here, the mayor said the com- for more Somerville residents cavalia.net, or 1-866-999-8111.

New life breathed into East Broadway and East Somerville CONT. FROM PG 9 for active living. Every sidewalk, construction project will make it foot traffic that’s so essential for Broadway thriving right until We are re-painting the canvas ramp and crosswalk will be fully easier for bikers and pedestrians local businesses to thrive. That ribbon-cutting day. of East Somerville and creating ADA compliant so that everyone to commute to work without a also attracts developers, who see This area is sure to thrive be- new spaces and places and ways can enjoy East Broadway regard- car, to get to the T at either Sul- a vibrant, active city with bus- cause we are creating a sustain- for us to all come together as less of their physical abilities. livan Square or the new Green tling streets filled not with faces able city by fostering wellbeing, a community. But the heart of East Broadway will also con- Line stations in Gilman Square seen through car windows, but creating a healthier workforce, East Somerville is already here. tinue our commitment to pe- and at Washington Street. out walking or biking. and leveraging those resources to East Somerville is home to so destrian and bicycle infrastruc- Improved pedestrian in- I thank each and every busi- drive the economic development many families with long-run- ture as well as mass transit. We frastructure, revitalized ness on East Broadway for necessary to sustain them. Re- ning ties to this area as well as have already earned recognition bike-friendly streetscapes, parks their patience and cooperation nowned restaurateurs, develop- to the city’s largest population as the 10th most walkable city and all other amenities for ac- during this project. And I want ers and executives have already of new immigrants and the and 8th most bikeable city in the tive living is not just social in- to remind everyone to support recognized East Somerville’s highest concentration of kids. nation, but we won’t be satisfied frastructure, however. It is eco- these businesses during con- potential and new restaurants What a great mix. And, with until we’re number one. We have nomic infrastructure, helping struction to help reduce the im- and businesses have cropped up the East Broadway project and seen the impact of these invest- encourage private investment pact the construction will have over the last several months, and Chuckie Harris Park, what an ments. By our counts, biking is and business development. on them. Remind your friends I expect much more to come as exceptional place this is and up 56 percent over the past two Businesses are on board because and family too and together as East Broadway’s reconstruction will continue to be to live, work, years in Somerville. And this re- these improvements increase the a community, we can keep East comes to completion in 2015. play and raise a family.

Lost opportunity on Washington Street CONT. FROM PG 9 has not yet been revised to ad- who say they care about hous- housing justify spending every tional place to live, work and The ‘Innovation City’ needs dress concerns about safety and ing for working families pre- dollar to create the maximum raise a family.” The values that innovative developments that visibility. Retail space is still too ferred to fabricate a conflict number of housing units or guide this vision have been set don’t take away from what is small, and there is still no street over the merits of “affordable is it more important to create out in the Somervision Com- already great about the neigh- level bicycle parking proposed housing” rather than starting buildings that provide common prehensive Plan. These goals borhoods they are built in. for the SCC building, making this project by advocating for areas to encourage community guide many wonderful things These buildings are more than bicycle transportation less viable the best possible model of and outdoor spaces and build- happening throughout the the ideas used to justify them – for these residents. While the family housing. ings that encourage active and city, but actually achieving they will be with us for just as project has been approved, some Those who truly care about healthy living? this vision also requires mak- long as the McGrath highway of these changes still can and “affordable housing” need to Mayor Curtatone’s vision, ing sure that new development overpass. It’s critical we make should be made. question the outdated vision shared in their own way does more than simply pander sure what is built today isn’t It’s unfortunate that the behind this project. Does the by just about everyone, is a to these values, and finds ways regretted in the same way 50 SCC and their supporters demand for income-restricted Somerville that is an “excep- to realize them. years from now. 18••JULY 31, 2013

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If you haven’t tried this, Hanscom AFB 9 New Washington Street|617-666-5223 come as you will love it. No bowling ball but you still Holland Street Center Cross Street Center swing and hope for the best. Fit-4-Life Classes Groups A & B|8:45 a.m./9 a.m. Bingo|12:45 p.m. Book Club - August 2 at 10:00 a.m. Next book is Flexibility & Balance|1:15 p.m. 165 Broadway|617-625-6600 x 2335 “Illumination Night” by Alice Hoffman. New members Zumba for All|5:15 p.m. August 7 welcome. 167 Holland Street|617-625-6600 x 2300 Mayor’s Picnic - All Centers Closed LGBT Events Ralph & Jenny Center Except for Zumba at Holland Street at 5:15pm August 12 - 11:30 am Lunch time together. Holland Cards & Cribbage|10 a.m. Street - Greek Corner Restaurant Somerville (Indian Bingo|12:45 p.m. Check out our Facebook site for photos from our Food). $6. 9 New Washington Street|617-666-5223 events and exercise and tips for everyday healthy living August 26 - “Movies To Come Out To” - “The Love Cross Street Center at www.facebook.com/somervilleCOA. Part of This” with dinner from Greek Corner Restaurant. Bingo|12:45 p.m. RSVP a must. $6. 165 Broadway|617-625-6600 x 2335 September 8 - “Be Breast Aware” An interactive work- August 1 shop for lesbian, bisexual and friends to explore ways Summer Wind to prevent breast cancer. This is facilitated by a health Lowell Spinners educator from Fenway Health. 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. FREE. Holland Street Center at COA Flexibility & Balance|10 a.m. LBT Women Fit-4-Life Fitness and Nutrition Classes. Current Events|10 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday evenings. $10 a month with Blood Pressure|10 a.m. scholarships available. Waiver Programs|12 p.m. Men’s Club meeting August 14 - Recently retired? Look- Bingo|12:45 p.m. ing to connect with other men in the community? Join Farmer’s Market|1 p.m. our Men’s Group and connect with your old friends or LBT Fit-4-Life|6 p.m. come make some new friends. Wednesdays at Holland 167 Holland Street|617-625-6600 x 2300 Street Center. 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. All 55+ are welcome. Ralph & Jenny Center Blood Pressure|9:30 a.m. Cards and Games hour at Ralph & Jenny at 10:00 am Cards & Cribbage|10 a.m. every day the center is open. Come join your friends or Strengthening Exercise|10 a.m. make some new ones. Cards, Scrabble and Cribbage. Crochet & knitting|10:45 a.m. Do you crochet or would you like to learn? Thursdays 9 New Washington Street|617-666-5223 at 10:45 a.m. At Ralph & Jenny Center. Join a great group in learning to crochet or share your projects you August 2 are working on. Wenham Museum Trip Corner: Holland Street Center Lowell Spinner’s and all you can eat BBQ Pit - August 1. Fit-4-Life Book Club|10 a.m. Somerville Public School’s Summer Wind Camp performed Foster’s Clambake - All you can eat - August 13. Bingo|12:45 p.m. at Cross Street Center. This is a program led by Richard Penobscot High Stakes Bingo - September 13-15. 167 Holland Street|617-625-6600 x 2300 Romanoff and Rosemary Sears, SPS music teachers and Suffolk Downs - September 18. Anthony Prestigiovanni, a recent Music Education graduate August 5 of UMASS Lowell. Pictured here, Grace Lotti performs on Twin Rivers - Tom Jones Tribute Show - September 24. saxophone. Holland Street Center 22••JULY 31, 2013

Somerville Community Access TV Ch.3 Programming Guide Celebrating 30 years of making grassroots community media for Somerville Want to learn TV production? Final Cut Pro? Soundtrack Pro? Green-screen? Call us today for more info! 617-628-8826 Wednesday, July 31 5:30pm Culture Club 1:00pm Dukes of Sports 11:00am Nossa Gente e Costumes

12:00am Free Speech TV 6:00pm Al Jazeera TV (Free Speech TV) 2:00pm Henry Parker Presents 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 6:00am Heritage Baptist Church 6:30pm Art @ SCATV 3:00pm Tele Magazine 1:00pm Dukes of Sports 7:00am Healthy Hypnosis 7:00pm Bate Papo Con Shirley 4:00pm Contemporary Science Issues and Innovations 2:00pm Culture Club 7:30am Life Matters 8:00pm Fouye Zo Nan Kalalou (LIVE) 5:00pm Tele Kreyol 2:30pm Paths to Wellness 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 9:30pm The Struggle 6:00pm Basic Buddha 3:00pm Exercise with Robyn and Max 9:00am Somerville Newspaper Reading Friday, August 2 7:00pm Energy Theater 3:30pm Esoteric Science 10:00am Science Issues & Innovations 12:00am Free Speech TV 8:00pm David Parkman (Free Speech TV) 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 11:00am Abugida TV 7:00am Shrink Rap 9:00pm Nossa Gente e Costumes 5:00pm Somerville Newspaper Reading 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 11:00pm Gay TV (Free Speech TV) 6:00pm Al Jazeera TV (Free Speech TV) 1:00pm Somerville Housing Authority 9:00am Somerville Newspaper Reading Sunday, August 4 7:30pm Play by Play 1:30pm Henry Parker Presents 10:00am Energy Theater 12:00am Free Speech TV 8:00pm Chef’s Table 2:00pm Culture Club 11:00am Culinary Kids 6:00am Program Celebrai 9:00pm Dedilhando au Saudade 3:00pm Medical Tutor (LIVE) 11:30am Drawing with Mark 7:00am Rompendo em Fe 10:00pm Bate Papo con Shirley 3:30pm Inside Talk 12:00pm Jeff Jam Sing Song Show 8:00am Effort Pour Christ 11:00pm Somerville’s Most Interesting Places 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 1:00pm Somerville Housing Authority 9:00am Heritage Baptist Church Tuesday, August 6 5:00pm Farrakhan Speaks 2:00pm Neighborhood Cooking 10:00am International Church of God 12:00am Free Speech TV 6:00pm Al Jazeera TV (Free Speech TV) 2:30pm Cooking With Georgia 11:30am Basic Buddha 6:00am Road to Recovery 6:30pm Art @ SCATV 3:00pm Brunch with Sen. Bernie Sanders Noon Play by Play 7:00am The Struggle 7:00pm Play by Play 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 12:30pm Physician Focus 7:30am Ablevision 8:00pm Somerville Pundits (LIVE) 5:00pm Greater Somerville 1:00pm From the SCATV Archives 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 8:30pm Perils for Pedestrians 5:30pm Talking about Somerville 2:00pm Inside Talk 9:00am Somerville Newspaper Reading 9:00pm Somerville Biking News (LIVE) 6:00pm Al Jazeera TV (Free Speech TV) 2:30pm Life Matters 10:00am Tele Kreyol 10:00pm Tonight’s Special 6:30pm Reeling Movie Show 3:00pm Rompendo em Fe 11:00am Gardening Programs 11:00pm Reeling Movie Show 7:00pm Real Estate Answers Show 4:00pm Dedilhando A Saudade 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) Thursday, August 1 7:30pm Culture Club 5:00pm Ethiopian Satellite TV 1:00pm Neighborhood Cooking w/ Candy

12:00am Free Speech TV 8:00pm Visual Radio 6:00pm Abugida TV 1:30pm Cooking with Georgia & Dez 6:00am Atheist Viewpoint 9:00pm Outside the Lines 7:00pm African Television Network 2:00pm Chef’s Table Series 6:30am Perils for Pedestrians 10:00pm The Steve Katso’s Show 8:00pm Telemagazine 3:00pm Somerville Housing Authority 7:00am Creating Cooperative Kids Saturday, August 3 9:00pm Effort Pour Christ 3:30pm Henry Parker Presents 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 12:00am Free Speech TV 10:00pm Farrakhan Speaks 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 9:00am Somerville Newspaper Reading 6:00am Arabic Hour 11:00pm Henry Parker Presents 5:00pm Poet to Poet (LIVE) 10:00am Basic Buddha 7:00am Culinary Kids Monday, August 5 5:30pm The Literary Scene 10:30am Eckankar 7:30am Rooster Tails 12:00am Free Speech TV 6:00pm Al Jazeera TV (Free Speech TV) 11:00am Dead Air Live 8:00am Jeff Jam Sing Song Show 6:00am Healthy Hypnosis 6:30pm Real Estate Answer Show 12:00pm Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 8:30am Drawing with Mark 6:30am Physician Focus 7:00pm Art at SCATV 1:00pm African Television Network 9:00am Festival Kreyol 7:00am Eckankar 7:30pm Greater Somerville (LIVE) 2:00pm Youth Programming Block 10:00am Tele Galaxie 8:00am Democracy Now! (Free Speech TV) 8:00pm Dead Air Live 4:00pm The Thom Hartmann Show (Free Speech TV) 11:00am Dead Air Live 9:30am Perils for Pedestrians 9:00pm Penny’s Dreadful Shilling Shockers 5:00pm Jeff Jam Sing Show Noon Reeling Movie Show 10:00am Bay State Biking News 11:00pm The Entertainer’s Show City Cable TV Schedule for the Week

CITY TV 13/22 8:30pm: Congressional Update Wednesday, July 31 8:00pm: Healey School Talent Show 9:00pm: Shape Up Somerville: La Cantina Mexicana 9:00pm: Middle School World Percussion Ensemble Wednesday, July 31 8:00am: Middle School Basketball Finals 9:20pm: Voices of Somerville 10:00am: 2013 SHS Graduation 9:30pm: All City Chamber Chorus Ensemble 9:00am: Somerville By Design – Davis Square 9:40pm: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting 10:00pm: GBL Track Meet @ Dilboy Stadium 10:30am: Special Olympics 2013 12:00pm: An Evening of Song Sunday, August 4 12:00pm: Welcoming Greentown Labs 2:00pm: Our Schools, Our City - Summer Connections Sunday, August 4 12:30pm: Congressional Update 12:00am: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks 3:00pm: Baseball vs Medford 12:00am: SHS Class Day 2013 1:00pm: Voices of Somerville 1:30am: Congressional Update 5:30pm: Healey School Talent Show 2:30am: National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 1:30pm: African American History in Somerville 2:00am: Shape Up Somerville: La Cantina Mexicana 6:30pm: kid stuff - National Night Out 8:00am: 2012 SHS Highlander Football Highlights 2:30pm: Taste of Somerville 2:20am: Voices of Somerville 7:00pm: Middle School Basketball Finals 9:00am: SHS Lady Highlander Basketball 7:00pm: ArtBeat 2013 2:40am: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting 9:00pm: 2013 SHS Graduation 10:00am: National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 8:05pm: SomerStreets – Seize the Summer 9:00am: Congressional Update 10:45pm: An Evening of Song 12:00pm: 2013 Vocational Awards Ceremony 8:30pm: Sunsetters on Hall Ave. 12:00pm: Senior Circuit Thursday, August 1 1:30pm: El Sistema Benefit Concert 12:30pm: Sit & Be Fit 9:10pm: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting 1:00am: Our Schools, Our City - Summer Connections 3:00pm: SHS Scholarship Awards 1:00pm: Welcoming Greentown Lab Press Conference 9:30pm: Assembly Row Groundbreaking 8:00am: WHCIS-Grade 8 Moving Forward Ceremony 5:30pm: Our Schools, Our City - School Committee 1:30pm: Sunsetters on Hall Ave. Thursday, August 1 9:00am: Argenziano School Memorial Day Assembly 6:00pm: 2012 SHS Highlander Football Highlights 2:10pm: Somerville By Design – Davis Square 9:35am: GBL Track Meet @ Dilboy Stadium 7:00pm: SHS Lady Highlander Basketball 12:00am: ArtBeat 2013 7:00pm: Senior Circuit 1:05am: SomerStreets – Seize the Summer 12:00pm: Healey School Talent Show 7:30pm: National Honor Society Induction Ceremony 7:30pm: Sit & Be Fit 1:00pm: ESCS African American History Month 1:30am: Sunsetters on Hall Ave. 8:00pm: Welcoming Greentown Lab Press Conference 9:00pm: 2013 Vocational Awards Ceremony 2:10am: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting 2:00pm: Healey School Talent Show 10:30pm: El Sistema Benefit Concert 8:30pm: Sunsetters on Hall Ave. 3:00pm: kid stuff- Summer Events 2:30am: Assembly Row Groundbreaking 9:10pm: Somerville By Design – Davis Square Monday, August 5 9:00am: Congressional Update 3:30pm: Brown School Music Fest! Monday, August 5 6:00pm: Argenziano School Memorial Day Assembly 12:00am: SHS Scholarship Awards 12:00pm: Senior Circuit 2:30am: Our Schools, Our City - School Committee 12:30pm: Somerville By Design – E. Somerville 12:00am: Senior Circuit 6:35pm: GBL Track Meet @ Dilboy Stadium 8:00am: Our Schools, Our City - Summer Connections 1:40pm: SomerStreets: Seize the Summer 12:30am: Sit & Be Fit 9:00pm: Healey School Talent Show 9:00am: Baseball vs Medford 2:00pm: Shape Up Somerville: La Cantina Mexicana 1:00am: Welcoming Greentown Lab Press Conference 10:00pm: ESCS African American History Month 11:30am: Healey School Talent Show 7:00pm: Art Beat 2013 1:30am: Sunsetters on Hall Ave. 11:00pm: Healey School Talent Show 12:30pm: kid stuff - National Night Out 8:05pm: Somerville By Design – E. Somerville 2:10am: Somerville By Design – Davis Square Friday, August 2 1:00pm: SHS Lady Highlander Basketball 9:15pm: Voices of Somerville 9:00am: Special Olympics 2013 12:00am: kid stuff- Summer Events 2:00pm: Voc Ed Fair 9:45pm: Welcoming Greentown Lab Press Conference 10:00am: Sunsetters on Hall Ave. 12:30am: Brown School Music Fest! 10:15pm: Taste of Somerville 12:00pm: Sit & Be Fit 1:00am: East Somerville Community School Spring 2:30pm: Multicultural Fair 12:30pm: Taste of Somerville 3:25pm: ESCS Construction Tour #2 Friday, August 2 Concert 1:00pm: Somerville By Design – E. Somerville 4:00pm: WSNS Moving Forward Ceremony 12:00am: Art Beat 2013 8:00am: Brown School Music Fest! 2:30pm: Special Olympics 2013 8:30am: ESCS Spring Concert 5:00pm: Our Schools, Our City - Summer Connections 1:05am: Somerville By Design – E. Somerville 7:00pm: Congressional Update 6:00pm: Baseball vs Medford 2:15am: Voices of Somerville 9:30am: Our Schools, Our City - Summer Connections 7:30pm: Special Olympics 2013 8:30pm: Healey School Talent Show 2:45am: Welcoming Greentown Labs 10:30am: WSNS Moving Forward Ceremony 8:20pm: Taste of Somerville 9:30pm: kid stuff - National Night Out 3:15am: Taste of Somerville 11:30am: WHCIS-Grade 8 Moving Forward Ceremony 9:00pm: Somerville Preservation Awards 10:00pm: SHS Lady Highlander Basketball 9:00am: ArtBeat 2013 12:30pm: kid stuff - National Night Out Tuesday, August 6 12:00pm: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks 1:00pm: 92nd Annual All City Track Meet Tuesday, August 6 1:30pm: Congressional Update 12:00am: Congressional Update 2:30pm: SCALE Awards Night & Graduation 12:00am: ESCS Construction Tour #2 2:00pm: Shape Up Somerville: La Cantina Mexicana 12:30am: Special Olympics 2013 3:30pm: 2013 SHS Graduation 12:30am: WSNS Moving Forward Ceremony 2:20pm: Voices of Somerville 1:20am: Taste of Somerville 6:00pm: Brown School Music Fest! 8:00am: The Secret Garden @ Kennedy Elementary 2:40pm: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting 2:00am: Somerville Preservation Awards 6:30pm: ESCS Spring Concert 9:30am: WSNS Moving Forward Ceremony 9:00am: SomerStreets: Seize the Summer 7:30pm: Our Schools, Our City - Summer Connections 7:00pm: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks 10:30am: Raising Families - SPF Jr. 12:00pm: Senior Circuit 8:30pm: WSNS Moving Forward Ceremony 8:30pm: Congressional Update 11:00am: SHS Class Day 2013 12:30pm: Sit & Be Fit 9:30pm: WHCIS-Grade 8 Moving Forward Ceremony 9:00pm: Shape Up Somerville: La Cantina Mexicana 1:30pm: Argenziano School Spring Concert 1:00pm: Sunsetters on Hall Ave 10:30pm: kid stuff - National Night Out 9:20pm: Voices of Somerville 2:30pm: West Somerville Neighborhood School 1:45pm: African American History in Somerville 11:00pm: Raising Families - SPF Jr. 9:40pm: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting Spring Concert 2:40pm: E. Somerville Walking Tour Saturday, August 3 Saturday, August 3 3:30pm: Healey School Talent Show 7:00pm: Senior Circuit 12:30am: SCALE Awards Night & Graduation 12:00am: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks 7:30pm: Sit & Be Fit 4:30pm: Voc Ed Fair 1:30am: Congressional Update 1:30am: 2013 SHS Graduation 6:00pm: The Secret Garden @ Kennedy Elementary 8:00pm: SomerStreets: Seize the Summer 8:00am: Healey School Talent Show 2:00am: Shape Up Somerville: La Cantina Mexicana 8:30pm: ArtBeat 2013 7:30pm: WSNS Moving Forward Ceremony 2:20am: Voices of Somerville 9:00am: Middle School World Percussion Ensemble 8:30pm: Raising Families - SPF Jr. 9:05pm: Somerville By Design – Capuano Center 9:30am: All City Chamber Chorus Ensemble 2:40am: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting 9:00pm: SHS Class Day 2013 Wednesday, August 7 10:00am: Our Schools, Our City 5.16.13 9:00am: Family Fun Day Wednesday, August 7 12:00pm: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks 12:00am: Senior Circuit 11:00am: kid stuff - National Night Out 12:00am: West Somerville Neighborhood School 1:30pm: Congressional Update 12:30am: Sit & Be Fit 12:00pm: SHS Class Day 2013 Spring Concert 2:00pm: Shape Up Somerville: La Cantina Mexicana 1:00am: SomerStreets: Seize the Summer 2:30pm: Raising Families - SPF Jr. 1:00am: Healey School Talent Show 2:20pm: Voices of Somerville 1:30pm: ArtBeat 2013 3:00pm: Middle School Basketball Finals 2:00am: Voc Ed Fair 2:40pm: Chuckie Harris Park Ribbon Cutting 2:05pm: Somerville By Design – Capuano Center 5:00pm: An Evening of Song 7:00pm: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks EDUCATIONAL CHANNEL 15 7:00pm: Our Schools, Our City - Summer Connections 2:30am: Argenziano School Spring Concert JULY 31, 2013••23

OFF THE SHELF by Doug Holder Somerville Artist Christina Tedesco: Ability Amidst Disability Christina Tedesco, a Somerville resident who suf- fers from cerebral palsy faces many challenges, but she remains a committed artist. Tedesco, who I met at my usual perch at the Bloc 11 Café in Union Square, wrote on her website that her art “…deals with the movement of the human body through space and time. Specifically it deals with the con- SOMERVILLE trol between balance and imbalance, control and the lack thereof.” “Control and the lack thereof ” edited by Doug Holder are issues that Tedesco faces with her own body, yrical and in her art. LSummer Cold--Sounds like an oxymoron, Tedesco works at the “Mad Oyster” studios on right? Well--poet Keith Tornheim will Bradley St. in Somerville. She has lived in Somer- explain. ville for the past 10 years and she is a graduate of Tufts University and The Museum School in Boston. Of Somerville Tedesco said: “ I love the Summer Cold? combination of the city and the suburbs. I find the arts community very down to earth here, certainly an influence. She reflected: “ I feel I paint the way My hacking cough would have scared more than say the Harrison Ave. crowd in Boston. she did. She didn’t care about detail, but yet the And Somerville is very easy to get around either content is there. Many of her subjects are faceless. small children–fortunately ours are grown– by foot or bus.” She’s like me—concentrating on parts of the body.” a deliberate, not involuntary, explosion Tedesco said her introduction to art was due to a Tedesco continued: “I draw in a child-like fash- mistake. She wanted to get into a specific literature ion. When I attempt to draw detailed faces—I feel in an attempt to clear the airway class at Tufts but as it turned out it was full so she they are not good enough.” of the accumulated dripping down my throat. opted for a photography class. All this lead to her Tedesco, who works at the Institute of Contem- desire to become an artist. And later, the budding porary Art in Boston has had mixed reactions to My head feels only mildly stuffed; artist moved on to sculpture and painting. her work. She said” Some people like it, others find the blown debris from nasal passages, As for her disability-- it is hardly an asset in it sad or scary. My new work for instance incorpo- the art world. She said: “ The people I draw have rates a lot of deep and dark shadows, which may caught in Kleenex after Kleenex, no face. I think people often look at my disabili- off put folks..” is barely discolored and only sometimes, ty first—not my face or personality.” But there Tedesco has participated in a lot of shows in are advantages according to Tedesco: “ I think I the area. Her work has surfaced at such places as less yellow than the film of pollen on the cars. have to observe more closely than the average the Harriet Tubman House in Boston, the State So I’d thought it was all just allergies person. I have to move at a much slower pace. I House, and Bloc 11 in Union Square, where this have to be very conscious of what’s around me, interview took place. until I gave it to my wife. so I don’t fall. And part of being an artist is hav- Somerville, Mass. is a home to artists of many ing the ability to concentrate.” types. Tedesco is certainly a unique presence in the – Keith Tornheim Tedesco counts the artist Louise Bourgeois as Paris of New England.

To have your work considered for the Lyrical send it to: Doug Holder, 25 School St.; Somerville, MA 02143. [email protected] OPENAIR Circus 2013

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a mild insult used by the Photo by Lauren C. Osterberg Dutch for English colonial 10. Melmac The OPENAIR Circus will again amaze and amuse audiences this weekend. This year, the big top will be at Conway Field, half- settlers way between Union Sq. and Porter Sq. on Somerville Ave. Performances cap off 6 weeks of summer classes offered by the circus 11. M. Diddy in three Somerville parks. Over 200 children, teens, and adults have been learning and perfecting skills like stilting, juggling, 5. Thirty years, 1962 to acrobalance, and more. Performances dates and times are: 7 pm.. on Friday, August 2; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday, August 3; and 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 4. Suggested donation is $3. The show runs about two hours with intermission. Refreshments, 1992 12. A bird souvenirs, and circus equipment will be available for purchase. The circus receives support from the Somerville Arts Council, volunteers, and the community at large. To learn more, go to www.openaircircus.org. The Circus is also available for workshops and birthday parties. 24••JULY 31, 2013