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VOL. 113 - NO. 34 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, AUGUST 21, 2009 $.30 A COPY Boston’s Oldest Traditions Carry On MADONNA DELLA CAVA FEAST 99TH ANNUAL SORRENTO CHEESE THE FISHERMAN’S FEAST

The 99th Annual Fisherman’s Feast was held on the weekend of August 13th through the 16th in the North End. The feast kicked off with the statue of La Madonna Del Soccorso Di Sciacca carried in solemn procession to the Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, accompanied by the Italian-American Band and the North End Italian Band for the annual blessing of the Boston fishing waters. The weekend included the Sorrento Cheese building contest, live entertainment and great food! The grand finale of the weekend was the statue of the Madonna returning to North Street after the day long procession. She was greeted by a crowd of enthusiastic spectators waiting for the Famous Flight of the Angel. This year’s flying angel was Vitianna Mary D’Amico (shown in photo) with side angels Diana Karamourtopoulos and Caira Rose D’Amico. (Photos by Ross Photography) (More photos on Page 7)

The Madonna Della Cava Feast was celebrated on August 7th through the 9th in Boston’s North End. Shown Mayor’s Column in photo from left to right is: President, Matthew Matarazzo, Sal Longo, Jr., Anthony Longo, Anthony Longo, by Thomas M. Menino, Mayor, City of Boston Sr., and Sal Longo. (Photos by Ross Photography) With fall around the corner, flu sea- nesses, hospitals, schools, healthcare in- son isn’t far behind. The outbreak of stitutions, and religious and community (More photos on Page 14) swine flu in the spring taught us a lot organizations — to sit down with our pub- of valuable lessons about the level of co- lic health officials to discuss plans to con- ordination and preparation needed to tain and respond to flu this fall. From help protect our residents against ill- school dismissals, to time-off policies, News Briefs ness. To strengthen our collaborative and treatment strategies, this summit by Sal Giarratani efforts, I will convene the first-ever is a major opportunity for us to share and Boston Influenza Preparedness Summit learn what works and what doesn’t. Is the Oldest Profession, Shoplifting? this Friday, August 21, at the Harvard Vaccination will be critical to our Medical School. prevention efforts, and we will need to An 86 year old shoplifter was arrested after As we face an unprecedented flu sea- vaccinate thousands of people early this getting caught swiping stuff from a Chicago son this fall, prior planning and coordi- fall against seasonal flu. Once the H1N1 department store. She’s got a long record of shop- nation will be that much more impor- vaccine is ready for use in late fall, we’ll lifting. However, her latest caper involved steal- tant. This season brings multiple need to redouble our work by vaccinat- ing anti-wrinkle cream. I guess a shoplifter has strains of flu — including the seasonal ing thousands of more individuals that got to look her best. flu and H1N1, formerly known as swine are at higher risk. Bellhop Please! flu — which could result in more flu Many city employees, whether they are Seems a guy driving drunk down in Baton and flu-like illnesses than we’ve ever teachers in our classrooms or emergency Rouge, LA thought he made it to a hotel prema- seen before. Boston residents should first-responders, will be on the front lines turely. He parked his car in the lot of a state be confident that the city has an inte- this flu season. That’s why we’ll provide police barracks, staggered into the police sta- grated and effective prevention and our employees two hours of paid time tion and eventually got his own cell inside the response plan. Whether we’re called off in order to receive vaccinations, and place. Guess, he didn’t read the sign correctly. upon to respond to a small number of I’m urging our partners in the private You Should Never Get Too Hot flu cases or a larger, more wide-spread sector to give their employees the same A retired firefighter down in Miami was hav- number of serious illnesses, everyone opportunity. We’ve seen this type of pre- ing a good time with his wife in their bedroom. has a role to play. ventative health policy work in other To that end, our flu summit will allow (Continued on Page 14) everyone to come together — busi- (Continued on Page 14)

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In the Swim of Things Self-identified conserva- Massachusetts Congress- tives outnumber self-identi- man Barney Frank got on THE TEMPLE OF VESTA fied liberals in all 50 states earful at a recent town hall. (The Best Little Virgin House in Old Rome) of the union, according to the At least he was not as arro- Last week we discussed live in guarded seclusion in a domed roof that was sup- Gallup Poll. Even Massachu- gant as New York Congress- the origin of the sacrificial a structure that we now call ported on columns. This de- setts has more self-identi- man Eric Massa who stated fire, the candlelit vigil, and “The House of the Vestal Vir- sign was thought to typify the fied conservatives (30 per- that he would vote for gov- the eternal flame. This week gins” or “Atrium Vestae”. round earth and the vaulted cent) than liberals (29 per- ernment take-over of your we continue with a re- The temple was a round sky. The interior contained cent, with 38 percent iden- health care even if it meant minder that the sacred fire, structure, probably reminis- a low circular altar, upon tifying as “moderate”). that the voters of his district the source of all life and cent of the tribal chief’s hut. which burned the perpetual Yes, President Obama ap- would throw him out of of- power in ancient Rome, was This edifice was the most fire. The maintenance of pears more and more an- fice. Boston’s Congressman kept alive in a structure venerated of all temples in this fire was the chief duty other Bill Clinton whose ex- Stephen Lynch has an- known as the Temple of Rome. Tradition tells us that of six vestals. cesses helped fuel voter out- nounced a health care town Vesta. It was constantly the first temple to Vesta was Numa’s temple stood for rage that gave us the mag- hall for August 27th begin- tended by a group of virgin built by Numa Pompilius, the about three centuries until nificent Republican victories ning at six o’clock at Curry priestesses that were called successor to Romulus, and the Gauls burned Rome in in 1994. College in Milton. Vestals (Latin, Virgines the first of the Sabine kings 390 B.C. It was soon rebuilt The President said con- I say let’s keep on having Vestales). They resided near of Rome. He introduced the and the second edifice stood gress needed to pass the these town halls. The more the temple in the Forum worship of this goddess, and for about fifty years. The stimulus package quickly, voters learn about socialized Romanum. The whole con- devoted to her a space of third temple to Vesta stood before they had time to read medicine they less they like cept goes back into antiquity ground just in front of his until the great fire under it. The Democrats did, with it. The thought of a govern- when the Vestals repre- own house. It is also inter- Nero, and the fourth lasted no support from Republicans ment panel deciding who sented the daughters of the esting to note that at this for about one hundred years. in the House and merely gets what services and when primitive tribal chief, and time in history, about 700 The remains which now three Republican votes in horrifies me. And the notion they kept alive the State fire B.C., the king was the high mark the consecrated site the Senate. Now, months that the government can in their father’s hut. The priest, and in this office he belong to the last rebuilding later, economists report that run medical care more effi- public worship of this god- was known as “Pontifex by Septimius Severus (about the economy is already re- ciently than physicians and dess was maintained in the Maximus” or “Pontiff”. 200 A.D.) and this work is covering before the bulk of other medical professionals temple of Vesta during later There were at least five contemporary with the great the stimulus money has would be laughable if it were years, but her private wor- successive temples that arch of Septimius Severus been spent and it is mani- that Obama and his crew are ship was preserved in every were built in Rome to honor at the opposite end of the festly clear than any benefit deadly serious about it. domestic hearth. After she the goddess Vesta. They all Forum from Vesta’s temple. to the economy will be vastly Fortunately the Demo- was recognized as a personal adhered to the same style of NEXT WEEK: Virgines offset by the crippling future crats again prove to be their deity, it then became neces- architecture. It was always Vestales (The Best Little debt in this package of spe- own worst enemies. Just sary to have her attendants a small circular edifice with Virgins in Old Rome) cial interest pork-barrel as the health care debate spending. heated up so did our long- One Republican-in-Name- awaited summer. As tem- More Back Up for Cambridge P.D. Only Senator, Arlen Specter peratures hit the 90s, the of Pennsylvania, voted with Patrick “mal”-administration by Sal Giarratani the liberals on the stimulus on Beacon Hill announced As a special state police of- page opinion in the Bay State flawed. Sergeant Crowley did and has since officially the closure of public swim- ficer with the state Depart- Banner on August 6, 2009 I his job and Gates over re- joined the Democratic Party. ming pools. Seems they ment of Mental Health in- briefly agreed with the at- acted causing the ensuing He can be seen at town halls hadn’t planned for warm side the Metro Boston DMH tack commentary’s point of mess. defending Obama’s indefen- weather in August, showing area, I am getting tired of the view. I too thought the asser- I read Crowley’s entire sible plan to put every aspect once again that those who beating up of the Cambridge tion that both Gates and Ser- police report on the incident. of your medical care into the think government is good at Police Department for doing geant Crowley were equally He did everything by the hands of Washington bu- providing public services are their job in protecting public at fault. I too thought that reaucrats. His constituents all wet. safety. As I read the front conclusion was substantially (Continued on Page 12) are not happy. Nor are the David Trumbull is the people who show up at any chairman of the Boston Ward of the town halls open to con- Three Republican Committee. stituent participation (as Boston’s Ward Three includes oppose to an Obama photo- the North End, West End, part op “town hall” where Demo- of Beacon Hill, downtown, cratic Party operatives hand- waterfront, Chinatown, and 8DBB>IB:CIID8DBBJC>IN pick the attendees). part of the South End.

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GUEST EDITORIAL James Carroll is Right!!! by Attorney David J. Saliba “While troops continue to die, come home trauma- tized or even kill themselves, America’s ever thick- ening entanglement in the blood feuds of Iraq, Left to Right: Donato Frattaroli, owner of Lucia’s Ristorante and Afghanistan, and Pakistan is hardly discussed.” This NHL Stanley Cup Champion Hal Gill of the North End. statement is from an article in the Boston Globe on August 17th in a column written by columnist James North Ender Hal Gill and NHL Hockey of Lucia’s Ristorante who hosted this Carroll. player brought the Stanley Cup to Lucia’s event. He goes on to say “our peace promising … doubled Ristorante in Boston’s North End on Donato once again opened his doors for Thursday August 13, 2009. Hal was a the community. He donates a lot of time the bet …” meaning he is increasing the war against player for the Pittsburgh Penguins in and the use of his facilities to benefit Afghanistan. 2009 when they won the Stanley Cup. He many charities. He is the founder and What the heck are we doing there? Every day played for many years for the Bruins and chairman of the “Taste of the North End” some of our kids are getting killed and maimed in will now play for Montreal next year. North and has served on many boards such as Afghanistan and in Pakistan. End children were very excited as were the National Italian American Sports Hall Afghanistan is a rural country. Tribes live in differ- adults to take a photo with the Stanley of Fame, New England Chapter among ent areas of the mountain side country. Pakistan, who Cup. Thanks to Donato Frattaroli owner many others. is supposed to be our ally, is a dangerous place where most of its people hate our country. Our troops get shot at and bombed both in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Filippo Berio Olive Oil Celebrates the 90th Anniversary of We are caught in the middle between the Taliban and Pakistan terrorists. Are we nuts? Saint Anthony’s Feast Wouldn’t we be better off by returning all our troops from that area and sending them to the Mexican bor- Boston’s Largest Italian Festival Features Great Food, Olive Oil Tastings, der. If we have 50,000 troops on the Mexican border, Cooking Demonstrations and the North End ‘Iron Chef’ Faceoff drugs and the drug wars would stop instantly. From August 28 to August 31, the people Watch out for flying frying pans, pointing California and Arizona will have a lot less illegal of the North End invite you to celebrate with knives and quick whisks at the 3rd Annual immigrants to feed and medially care for. Jobs will them as they honor their patrons Saint An- North End Iron Chef Competition at the not be taken by illegal immigrants because they thony and Saint Lucy with colorful parades, Filippo Berio Culinary Pavilion. Start your will work for a lot less pay depriving Americans from religious services, strolling singers, live en- egg timer and enjoy the show as North End obtaining these jobs. tertainment and of course an abundance of chefs display their skills in a high pressure We police the world, our kids in uniforms are placed great Italian and American food. culinary countdown. around the world supporting other countries. The cost Join the fun at the Filippo Berio Culinary Student and teacher friendships are in blood and money is astronomical. In addition we Pavilion as Boston’s best chefs showcase thrown aside on Sunday as Head Chef grant money to Egypt, Israel, Africa and many other their “Cucina Italiana,” featuring Chef Instructor David Lentini takes a little school David Lentini and his fellow chef instruc- pride to a whole new level. Come cheer on countries. Our assets have been depleted. We are now tors and the students from Le Cordon Bleu the students from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary borrowing from China. College of Culinary Arts. Join them and Arts School as they face off with their Can you imagine the greatest country in the world some of the top chefs from the Boston area instructors in the ultimate version of a has steeped so low that we beg China to lend us money as they demonstrate their techniques and school food fight. Enjoy the show each day and then with what we borrow we make grants to other divulge some of their secret recipes — all at 7:00 PM! countries? We owe China a trillion dollars and we can’t weekend. After the chefs entice your appetite be even provide free health care to our people here. Visit the Filippo Berio Culinary Pavilion sure to stroll through the Feast and fill your You know something we are ready for McLean’s for olive oil tastings featuring several spe- belly at the nearly one hundred pushcarts Hospital. cialty oils from this famed producer includ- lining the streets. Awaiting you is an array We should bring home all our kids in uniforms from ing the new Filippo Berio organic olive oil. of mouthwatering food including calamari, around the world and take care of ourselves at The Filippo Berio organic extra virgin olive fresh shucked quahogs, freshly prepared oil is produced in Italy to exacting European pasta and gnocchi, zeppole, and traditional home. organic farming standards. Its naturally nuts, seeds and handmade torrone and don’t fruity flavor makes it wonderful as a dip for forget to wash it down with a cold Italian crusty Italian bread, or as an ingredient ice. used in dressings and marinades. Filippo Saint Anthony’s Feast and the North End Berio Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is cer- have it all. Whether you are out for a night tified by the Associazione Italiana Per on the town with that special someone or L’Agricoltura Biologica. Drop by the Pavil- out with the family, Saint Anthony’s Feast ion for tastings, coupons, recipes and sur- is a delight for all who attend. This sum- prises all weekend. Plus don’t miss your mer, spend some time in the North End of chance to win a 2009 Vespa – DX, imported Boston and enjoy four full days of free ac- from Italy courtesy of Filippo Berio. Tickets tivities at this, the most Authentic of Ital- for the Vespa and other great prizes will be ian Street Festivals: The Feast of Saint on sale all weekend! Anthony and Santa Lucia.

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FinanciallySpeaking with Ben Doherty THINKING OUT LOUD THE MARKET IS MIXED by Sal Giarratani Volume rose on the NYSE House Bill. The protestors ware to help clients manage and dropped on the NASDAQ. are winning over public opin- its ad campaign on search Whatever Happened to the This led to a distribution ion. A poll recently said that services. Last year Google Prisoner of War Concept? day on the NYSE indexes. 34% said that these town hall invested $45 million in tech- Recently, Investors Busi- rorists no matter where they Technical outages appeared protests make them more nology to fight waste and pol- ness Daily wrote an editorial, were captured have their to distort last Thursday’s sympathetic to them vs. 16% lution. This year the com- “Battlefield Injustice” and I Miranda Rights protected, volume on the NYSE, tilting who weren’t. Kevin Lawler, pany has assigned some of couldn’t agree more with the have the US Constitution on the comparison between CO, said the time back its engineers to develop al- newspaper’s editorial opin- their side and endanger all sessions, bringing the count home has “made him see ternate energy sources. Last ion. For all those who aren’t Americans. Afghanistan is to three distribution days the light.” He doesn’t think year, Google replaced bottled aware of Investors Business not a crime scene and US on the S&P 500 and other this bill is the right one! water with filtered water via Daily, I would place it slightly soldiers aren’t the police, exchanges. Another distribu- Colardo’s Salazar, a blue dog, the tap. Culturally a lot of to the right of the Wall Street this is a war zone. Actor Karl tion day could change the openly in favor of the bill will Googlers didn’t think it was Journal. If you’re tired of the Malden starred in “Patton” light from green to yellow. join Obama this Saturday at appropriate to have a bunch New York Times or the Bos- alongside George C. Scott but Action on Friday was quiet a town hall. He hasn’t had to of plastic bottles being pro- ton Globe (Democrat) as now the federal courts are among leading stocks as deal with angry crowds at his duced every day. In a case Michael Graham calls it, you telling our troops to act like there were no winners meetings. ending in 2006, the Justice should try this great conser- Lt. Mike Stone, Malden’s as the Shanghai composite Google versus Microsoft is Department ruled that vative daily newspaper. character in “The Streets of fell 2%. Electrical transform- a war. Five years later, the Google had to turn over Getting back to that edito- San Francisco.” ers Jimpen International fell rivalry has ascended. True some of its data that was re- rial which was written in re- What ever happened to down 6.67 to $30.52 @ six “Yahoo” and several other quested. Yahoo and Microsoft action to a federal court say- fighting a war like a war? times its normal pace. The firms are emerging rivalries had to comply and Google was ing that even those held in Back during the Vietnam thinly traded stock edged in smart phones with Apple, the lone company that re- Afghanistan must also be War, what happened in below its 50 day moving but the Google filing noted sisted the government. tried in American courts. Southeast Asia stayed in average. Harbin Electric slid that Microsoft has more cash Google did lose a $135 mil- Since the War on Terrorism Southeast Asia. There was .49¢ to $16.53 on nearly reserves than Google and in lion dollar case to Authors no longer exits, how can no Gitmo counterpart for double its volume. These the past five years Google Guild to settle a class action we have prisoners of war? captured North Vietnamese Chinese stocks are not the has centered its strangle- lawsuit over its Google Book Under President Obama, we Regulars or the Viet Cong. best stocks. The markets hold on online research and search which lets readers have an “overseas contin- Back then, everyone un- uptrend has Oppenheimer the search market. Scot find and read books online. gency operation” in Afghani- derstood Article 84 of the giving an outperform rating Anthony, CEO of Innosight The settlement in which stan. We shoot at them and Geneva Convention, which to several Chinese stocks and author of the book “The authors, publishers and they shoot at us but there is states, prisoners of any such as Harbin Electric. It Silver Lining.” The demar- Google would share in sales no war. We are still in the stripe captured in a war shall found support at its 50 day cation lines are clear he of the books is being re- business of capturing enemy not get tried in civil courts. moving average. News on says. “Microsoft is crushing viewed by the Justice De- combatants. Now a federal Seems our federal judiciary Friday included disappoint- Google in applications and partment for Antitrust. judge has ruled that where have forgotten the Geneva ing data on consumer goods operating systems and any- Home builders are optimis- detainees are captured or Convention. and consumer sentiment thing outside of search,” he tic on the market and see a held, not what they were try- When President Bush which rallied stocks. JP said. Google has a lot but it turn-around in the market. ing to do, is paramount. And started his endless war Morgan is expecting a v- hasn’t made any material The number of builders per- what they intended to do was against world terrorism all shaped economic rebound impact on Microsoft’s busi- mits have increased and the kill American soldiers. conventional wisdom seemed from less bullish views on ness. Google is the “King of market in California and I remember back as a kid to disappear. Starting war the economic recovery. web search” being used by Florida have improved. watching Laurel and Hardy where the whole world is The health bill brings on 65% of searches in the US The yield on the 10-year on TV in the mornings, ev- an active theater of war is a the Blue Dogs vote as James the #2 and 3, (Yahoo and note fell four basis points ery time Hardy did something horrible first step in either a Altmere, PA, who opposes Microsoft) combine for less to 3.57%, its biggest slide stupid, Oliver would say to war or an overseas contin- the current bill says, “I would than 30%. Google has been since December 2008. Oil Laurel, “What another fine gency operation. We voted for expand it beyond blue dogs to criticized for crucial issues prices fell 3.01 to $67.51/bll., mess you got us into.” Once Obama to end the fighting in newly elected members who as privacy, censorship and cotton slid 5% and orange again as many times before Iraq and not to transfer the represent moderate and con- security. Heck, most of its juice fell 8%. I think how badly George W. battlefield to Afghanistan. A servative districts.” He said services are free for users. It’s time to call your Bush was while in office. He pox on both these world lead- that reform will happen, but Google is closely watched. financial advisor or call me started this so-called War on ers. Turning enemy combat- it will not resemble the The company provides soft- at 617-261-7777. Terrorism which was really ants into guys with lawyers only the war on Iraq. Using is a sure way to sink further 9/11, he seemingly tried to into an endless patch of An Uncertain Future finish the job his father quicksand. We created this by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari started back in the Gulf War Gitmo nightmare and can’t in 1991. seem to wake up. Several months ago we ter of dollars and cents, her of society. President Obama Thanks to Bush and today’s Things are bad enough wrote of a friend of ours experience was simply dis- is borrowing trillions of dol- muddled federal judges, get- when we let politicians run who worked for a large finan- regarded. lars in an attempt to get ting out of this mess grows our wars. When we give the cial institution, Nancy was This penny wise pound our economy back on track. more difficult by the day. same power to judges, things afraid of losing her job as a foolish approach to business His efforts will probably When the Bush Administra- can only go from bad to worse. result of the downturn in is part of the cause that has yield only modest success for tion set up the Guantanamo We don’t need judges to the economy. She worked for led to the sorry state of the throwing money at a prob- prison on Cuba, it created the micromanage distant wars. the firm for 14 years as an American economy, not only lem without examining and biggest mess Oliver Hardy Thank you once again ex- administrative assistant. does it lead to the loss of your repairing the root cause of ever imagined. President George W. Bush for most experienced people but Being an excellent worker Now, all these detained ter- all you shouldn’t have done! Nancy earned herself regu- it also undermines morale (Continued on Page 15) lar pay increases enabling and employer-employee re- her to live a comfortable life. lations. In Nancy’s case, the It was during this past Janu- very state of her future well NORTH END ary that Nancy’s fears were being is being challenged by Rapino Memorial realized, she was told that a short-sighted philosophy Home her services were no longer that illustrates the break- 9 Chelsea St., East Boston required, given a financial down of the moral contract PRINTING 617-567-1380 package and sent on her that once existed between 5 PRINCE STREET • NORTH END • BOSTON, MA 02113 way. Nancy hoped to retire management and their from this company; she employees. Owned and operated by Pamela Donnaruma, Publisher, Post-Gazette does not have a soul in the Nancy is a victim of a world and considered herself system that allows some in fortunate to have such a management to take huge Quality Printing well paying job. 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Barack lice officer Barrett who was Ianuzzi has opened an Ital- Obama is, or already has condemned, and fired by Hiz ian Express on Sumner turned this country into a Honor, after Barrett alleg- Street at the old Dozzi Break- socialist nation. To protest edly sent an insulting e- fast spot. I believe Jim will the insane Obama-Pelosi mail regarding the Professor do really well once word gets Healthcare Plan, call the Gates saga. Like Obama, around that he’s open ... If White House at 1-202-224- Menino opened his mouth you’re tired of fast food 3132. The prez intends to too soon!!! ... Heard Menino’s chains a.k.a. Dunkin’ Do- shut up opponents of his people held signs in East nuts, try Elite Donut in Day (bad for the country) health Boston last week, joined by Square. The quaint coffee care plan. He has a web- an impressive gathering. shop offers a delicious break- site asking people to name Let’s see what happens in fast at reasonable prices ... their neighbors against this upcoming mayoral elec- Eastie is a great place to live, the Obama-Pelosi plan. The tion … should be interesting visit and do business. There prez’s people are currently … Maverick T station is of- is plenty of walking traffic, putting together a mega plan ficially open. There was a lot to have unions that sup- of activities, and entertain- (Continued on Page 15) Italia Unita “Cena” Hosted in Central Massachusetts An East Boston Historical Presentation by Anthony Sammarco

The Central, Massachusetts Italia Unita group with members from East Boston and (Photo by Lisa Cappuccio) Melrose join together for a photo at the cena held at Sofia’s Ristorante in Hudson, Noted Author and historian Anthony Mitchell Sammarco Massachusetts. (Photos by Lisa Cappuccio) presented an illustrated slideshow on the history of have been gaining more members in this East Boston on Monday, August 17, 2009 at the East Boston area as time goes on.” Meridian Street Public Library. Over 60 attendees enjoyed Over 20 people gathered at Sofia’s a slideshow presentation on the history of East Boston. Ristorante located at 158 Main Street, Anthony Sammarco has written several books on Boston Hudson, Massachusetts. An outstanding neighborhoods among many other areas, including East three course meal was served; starting off Boston. You may find his books on www.amazon.com. with romaine salad, walnuts, gorgonzola In photo is Anthony Sammarco (left) with Eastie’s own cheese and imported prosciutto, pasta alla Frank Renzulli, film and television producer, writer and amatriciana, followed by Veal Scallopine and actor who is in town as he works on “The Fighter” which is rosemary roasted potatoes. shooting in Lowell, Massachusetts with Mark Wahlberg “Our monthly cena is one of the highlights and Christian Bale. of our cultural committee in Italia Unita. Rino’s Place generously hosts us each month serving wonderful food. We are POST-GAZETTE delighted to bring new people to East Boston From left to right: Sofia’s Ristorante chef, such as the group from Western, Massachu- EAST BOSTON SATELLITE OFFICE Gabriele Luzzi, with owners Vincenzo and setts to experience what we have to offer in Emma Caputo. East Boston. In turn we are delighted to ex- IS NOW OPEN perience a fine Italian Restaurant in Italia Unita member Aldo Cipriano from Hudson. This is what we are all about, meet- MARIE MATARESE Central, Massachusetts hosted Italia ing new people, sharing our Italian heritage 35 Bennington Street, East Boston Unita’s monthly “cena” (dinner) at Sofia’s stories or for non-Italians learning about in Hudson, Massachusetts on Wednesday Italian culture.” Said Charlie Clark, Italia 617.227.8929 August 13, 2009. Italia Unita members meet Unita Director and Co-Cultural Chair. MON. and TUES. 10:00 A.M. - 3.00 P.M. on the first Wednesday of the month at Sofia’s Ristorante located at 158 Main Rino’s Place in East Boston for dinner and Street, Hudson, Massachusetts serves THURS. 11:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M. Italian conversation. This started two years authentic Italian food. Husband and wife ago and the group ranges from 10 to 25 mem- owners Vincenzo and Emma Caputo opened bers per month. Sofia’s over 4 years, named after their ACCEPTING Advertisements “A group of us from the Central and West- youngest daughter. Vincenzo is a native ern part of the state attend the monthly from Italy, from a town outside of Florence, General Advertisements • Sales and Rentals dinners at Rino’s. We love them! The food is Italy, however, was born in Basilicata. The Memorials • Legals fabulous, the conversation is great and we chef, Gabriele Luzzi is also from Florence, ADVERTISING WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE make new friends every month. What more Italy. The team at Sofia’s Ristorante prides can you ask for?” said Aldo Cipriano. “It was themselves on the authenticity of their food my idea to host the Italia Unita group in by using only natural ingredients. For more Visit us at our part of the state in August and I am information about Italia Unita and it’s extremely pleased with the turnout. I have programs call 617-561-3201 or log onto WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM been a member for two years now and we www.italiaunita.org. Page 6 POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009

FEAST OF Renaissance Celebration in Maverick Square Our Lady of Assumption

The North End Accordian Duo entertain.

The Annual Feast of Our Lady of Assumption on August 15th was celebrated in East Boston with a short street procession honoring Our Lady. The Our Lady of Assumption Parish on Sumner Street organized the procession which weaved around Jeffries Point, East Boston. Pasa Fino Horses from Luis Vasco at Taco Mex. Local Web Site Taps Al Natale Main Streets and the East Boston Chamber There was eason to celebrate in East Bos- of Commerce worked very hard to help the Neighborhood’s Creativity ton this past week because the Maverick businesses in the square throughout the T Stop and the Maverick Square project has contruction period. The celebration this past The Eastie Jolt Debuts with Writing and been open to the public. The new T Station week was a big success! Merchants welcome Photography from Community Residents is officially open and the square is looking patrons to their business establishments. great after all the renovations. East Boston Stop by Maverick Square today. An internet site dedicated to showcasing the ideas, talent and creativity of East Boston residents debuted and the first edition contains essays, fiction, poetry and more from EAST BOSTON ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION HOSTS the people of the community. The Eastie Jolt features an array of material beneath a bright red banner and proclaims itself, “A burst of creative 2009 ROLLER HOCKEY CUP energy by and for East Boston.” On August 15, 2009, The “I was hit with the idea earlier this summer,” says Jim East Boston Athletic Asso- Correale, the site’s creator and the blogger behind The ciation with support from Hubster. “I’m betting there are many people in this neigh- the Paris Street and Orient borhood who write or take photos, and here is a place for Heights Community Cen- others to read and see that work.” ters sponsored a roller The site’s initial incarnation includes a feature story on hockey cup at Porzio Park in a local hip-hop label written by freelancer Steve Holt. Jeffries Point, East Boston. There’s also a pair of essays extolling the charms of East This annual event was Boston by community activists Mary Berninger and Neenah sponsored by: The Boston Estrella-Luna, three poems by Thomas DeFreitas, and Foundation, Mayor Thomas images of paintings by local artists Maureen O’Connor and Menino, Michael Flaherty, Silvia Stach. Mayoral Candidate, State Correale provides a short story and photos from an Senator Anthony Petruc- afternoon at Constitution Beach. celli, City Councilor Sal “My challenge to people throughout the neighborhood is Lamattina, State Represen- to send me your stories, poems, essays and photographs,” tative Carlo Basile, Saratoga says Correale. “If you have none, then sit down and write Insurance, Second Wind something or take some photos. If I don’t get enough sub- Physical Therapy, First Pri- From left to right: Domenic Marcella, Justin Mazzone, missions then the entire site will have stuff written by me ority Credit Union, Elite Boston Mayoral Candidate Michael Flaherty, Scot — and I don’t think anyone wants that.” Embroidery, Healy Construc- Greenman, Jeff Arinella, and Marko Moran pose for a The name of the site was chosen to emphasize the ener- tion, Century 21 Mario Real photo between games. (Photo by Lisa Cappuccio) getic feel and the rocking of the status quo that Correale Estate, Ruggiero Mazzarella says he hopes The Eastie Jolt can offer. Memorial Home, SCS Envi- The coordinators who put Justin Mazzone, and Billy “This is about art and art should shake us up, should ronmental Services, Galaxy this event together are Curtis. Sixteen teams par- break down barriers, should make us question ourselves Electric and Capitol Waste. Jimmy Caruso Sr. and Jr., ticipated in the event. and everything around us. That’s the ‘jolt’ I have in mind,” he says. “There are thinkers and writers and artists in our DIAMONDS midst, and they should have a spot where the fruits of their labor are regarded and appreciated by their peers.” The ROLEX website is www.eastiejolt.com. ESTATE JEWELRY Bought & Sold Jewelers Exch. Bldg. Jim (617) 263-7766 Mattéo Gallo Vazza o Appraisals Funeral Homes Sales & Rentals 262 Beach St., Revere 781-284-1127 • 11 Henry St., E. Boston Real Estate 617-567-0955 Louis R. Vazza - Mark A. Tauro 376 North Street • Boston, MA 02113 Funeral Directors Members of the participating teams at the East Boston (617) 523-2100 • Fax (617) 523-3530 www.vazzafunerals.com Athletic Board annual Roller Hockey Derby held in Jeffries Point, East Boston. (Photo by Lisa Cappuccio) POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009 Page 7

• 99th Annual Fisherman’s Feast (Continued from Page 1) 2009 NORTH END FESTIVAL DIRECTORY SPONSORED BY LUCIA FLORENTINE CAFÉ R I S T O R A N T E & B A R BAR-BISTRO

Caffe Vittoria Madonna del Soccorso

The Madonna del Soccorso Committee pose for a photo in front of the Madonna. AUGUST

ST. ANTHONY August 28 - 30 Endicott & Thacher Sts. Sunday Procession 12 pm SEPTEMBER

ST. LUCY August 31 Monday Procession - Endicott St. 5 pm

ST. ROSALIE September 13 Fr. Claude from St. Leonard’s bestows a blessing to mark Procession Only - North Square 1 pm the beginning of the feast at the waterfront at Christo- pher Columbus Park. MORE ITALIAN FESTIVALS

Lawrence, MA The “Angels” prepare for FEAST OF THE THREE SAINTS September 4 - 6 the “Famous Flight of Saints Alfio, Filadelfo and Cirino the Angel” from left to right: Side Angel Ciara Common & Union St., Lawrence D’Amico, the Flying Angel Sunday Procession 3 pm Vitianna Mary D’Amico and Side Angel Diana Cambridge, MA Karamourtopoulos. SS COSMAS AND DAMIAN September 12 - 13 Warren and Cambridge St., Cambridge Info: Call 617-354-7992

All the glory that was Rome ..... Pompei 2nd place winner Pamela Donnaruma, Editor/Publisher of the Post-Gazette, actor Gianni Russo, 1st place winner Anthony Gilardi and 3rd place winner Frankie Boyer at • Bistro the Sorrento Cheese Building Contest to benefit the charity of the winner’s choice. • Beer • Wine

North End residents await LUCIA the procession of the The outdoor Mass celebrated on North Street, Boston’s Madonna Del Soccorso. R I S T O R A N T E & B A R North End. Traditional Italian Cuisine Donato Frattaroli Ristorante “Saraceno” 415 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113 in Boston at 286 Hanover Street 617.367.2353 617-227-5353 — Open for Lunch and Dinner Daily — FLORENTINE CAFE Franco Pezzano, Proprietor Private dining rooms for any occasion Bar-Bistro [email protected] Ristorante and Pizzeria www.luciaboston.com “Bella Vista” Thirsty? Hungry? 333 Hanover Street in Boston at 288 Hanover Street Boston, Massachusetts Be sure to experience the tradition 617-367-4999 (617) 227-1777 of these fine establishments. Lucia Pezzano, Proprietor Page 8 POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009 Obama Planning to Hijack Census Using ACORN by Edward P. Shallow Thank You For The Wall Street Journal reports on the 2010 Census (8/10) indicate it will be unconsti- tutional for the following reasons; Next year’s census will determine the apportion- ment of House members and Electoral Col- 40 Years of lege votes for each state. To accomplish these vital constitutional purposes, the enumeration should count only citizens and persons who are legal, permanent residents. However, it will not. Business & Instead, the U.S. Census Bureau is set to count all persons physically present in the country, including large numbers who are here illegally. The result will uncon- Friendship stitutionally increase the number of representatives in some states and deprive some in other states of their rightful political representation. Citizens of “loser” states should be outraged. Yet few are even aware of what is going on. Dr. Elizabeth Grieco, chief of the Census Bureau’s Immigration Statistics Staff in a Join Us For Our recent interview indicated that the Cen- sus form does not ask about citizenship because the “Congress has not asked us to do that.” Last Few Days! This deceitful act by the Democratic con- trolled Congress confirms my contention in my recent editorial, “Kennedy’s Reform Bill” in which I state; Look for an Obama Enjoy proposal to put millions of illegal aliens on a path to amnesty, this census appears to be an avenue in that direction. Fantastic Buys Most readers are unaware, in addition to the facts stated above, equally disturb- ing is Obama plans to hijack the census For Brides, using the corrupt Association of Commu- nity Organization for Reform Now, better known as ACORN. According to Bill O’Reilly, ACORN employ- Mother Of the ees across the country have been indicted for voter fraud; by its own admission, the group has submitted at least 400,000 ques- Bride And tionable voter documents. In addition to O’Reilly’s comments, John Fund of the Wall Street Journal recently Gowns For wrote, Nevada officials charged ACORN, its regional director and its Las Vegas field director with submitting thousands of Any Occasion. fraudulent voter registration forms last year. Elsewhere, Washington state prosecutors fined ACORN $25,000 after several employees were convicted of voter fraud in 2007. The Southeastern Legal Foundation informs me; Obama has illegally and un- constitutionally seized control of the 2010 Census and attacked its independence. The Census is a source of unrivaled power … it will decide the fate of thousands of political offices and trillions of dollars in government money … and Obama is making an outrageous bid to manipulate it to guarantee a permanent liberal takeover of America (sounds like they have been read- ing my editorial in the Post-Gazette). The American people have to act now to stop the Hijacking and the only possible way to do it is to leave the taking of the census in responsible hands, this could be accom- plished as Freshman Congressman Jason Chaffetz from Utah proposes, he is propos- ing we would save taxpayers millions, and it is a great idea. Instead of hiring thousands of people to conduct the census, why not use another program that already has Sale Ends On employees visiting houses each and every day — The United States Postal Service. A common sense idea that makes so much Our Last Day sense it will certainly be shot down by Con- gress. (Above courtesy of Glen Beck). It is now up to you Mr. and Mrs. America, Saturday, Contact your representatives in Congress, August 29th both the House and Senate. FLEA MARKET & BAKE SALE Benefit for the North End Athletic Association Yolanda’s 355 Waverly Oaks Road, On Thursday, September 10, 2009 from 3-7PM a benefit for the North End Against Drugs will take Waltham, MA 02452 • place a the Nazzaro Center on North Bennet Street in Boston’s North End. The event will be a flea 781-899-6470 Fax 781-398-1098 market and bake sale. If you are looking to get rid of your stuff come on down and become a vendor. www.yolandas.com Tables are available, so please contact Ellen Johnston Email: Glamour @ yolandas.com at 617-869-2216. Support this worthy cause and stop by to purchase a delicious baked good! POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009 Page 9 The Socially Set by Hilda M. Morrill

The spectacular Boston engagement of Enjoying the Eire Society of Boston’s “Jersey Boys,” the story of Frankie Valli “Gold Medal Awards Dinner” are, left to and The Four Seasons, continues at the right, Ann Walsh, Edward L. Duffy and Shubert Theatre through Sunday, Barbara Smith Fitzgerald. September 26. “Shear Madness” current cast members include, left to (Photo by Karen Thornton) (Photo by Joan Marcus) right: Paul Dunn, Mark Cartier (seated), Nick Rossetti, Mary Klug, Patrick Shea and Caroline Lawton. Since it The Eire Society of Boston ……. It’s been years and Rich with Boston flavor opened in Boston, more than 125 actors have performed was founded in 1937 to pro- years since I’ve attended a and topical humor, “Shear in the show, which celebrates its 30th anniversary in mote the awareness of Irish performance of “Shear Mad- Madness” is a delight for the January 2010. (Photo by Richard Feldman) culture through the encour- ness.” If I remember cor- first-time visitor or the life- agement of study in the rectly, I went with my local long resident. will sponsor a “Cruise for a ……. OM Restaurant & arts, sciences, literature, woman’s club, and we en- Performances are Tues- Cause.” Lounge in Harvard Square language and the history of joyed it very much. day through Friday at 8 p.m., Dry docked, with great food will host a dinner on Mon- Ireland. Recently, my son Michael Saturday at 6 p.m. and and entertainment aboard, day, August 31 to benefit the The Society’s “2009 Gold got to see it for the first time 9 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. an evening of fun will be in CitySprouts school garden Medal Awards” were recently and I thank him for the fol- and 7 p.m. at The Charles store for the cruisers on program in the Cambridge bestowed on entrepreneur lowing report, which I share Playhouse, 74 Warrenton deck. Public Schools. John Cullinane and Boston with our readers with his Street. For tickets and Proceeds will benefit the Beginning with Fiore Di Attorney Michael Donlan, permission: information, call the “Shear fight against Alzheimer’s Nonno’s fresh mozzarella two major contributors to Nestled among the many Madness” box office at 617- disease, with more than 5 and ending with torched peace in Northern Ireland. theatres in Boston’s theatre 426-5225. Group and AAA million Americans stricken peaches and Concord maple Among the Society’s offic- district is The Charles Play- discounts available. and 78 million baby boomers syrup (harvested at Gaining ers attending the gala awards house, Stage II, the proud For more information, visit at risk. Ground Farm), Chef Michael dinner at the Omni Parker home of “Shear Madness,” www.shearmadness.com. For ticket information, res- Madden’s end-of-summer House were Ann Walsh, the longest running play in ……. On Thursday, August ervations or more informa- meal will also feature tea Membership Officer; Edward American theatre history. 27 from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. at tion, call Executive Director smoked blue fish, Pat L. Duffy, Board of Direc- And it does not matter when WaterWorks at Marina Bay, Geri Dussault at River Bay tors; and Barbara Smith you plan your visit to Boston the River Bay Club in Quincy Club, 617-472-4457. (Continued on Page 13) Fitzgerald, Corresponding because this show has been Secretary. ongoing since 1980. Congratulations and Best The seven-time recipient Wishes to all! of “Best Comedy of The Year” For further information by The Boston Globe, “Shear about the organization and Madness” is set in a Boston its upcoming programs, visit hairstyling salon, where the www.eiresociety.org. landlady Isabel Czerny, who ……. This past June we lives above the shop, is had the opportunity to attend murdered. Every one of the a Brockton Rox afternoon characters has a reason to baseball game for the very do her in. first time at Campanelli A mixture of improvisation Stadium in Brockton. We and up-to-the-minute spon- were very pleasantly sur- taneous humor, “Shear prised by the wonderful and Madness” lets the audience very social experience for solve the crime. Successful fans of all ages. sleuthing leads to a delight- We even spotted former fully different show every Boston Mayor Raymond time it’s performed — as I Flynn in the crowd! discovered during a recent In addition to the great performance. game, there was entertain- When asked by one of the ment for the whole family cast members, “Don’t you including lots of photo ops have cable?” I responded with the Roxies cheering us truthfully that I didn’t. The on and the beloved K-O the player quickly turned to the Kangaroo, a favorite of the audience exclaiming, “How kiddos. freaky is that!” And a few Incidentally, we under- minutes later, a different player interrupted the script HJ;;DA@9DLCHEH G:HH:CI:C H stand that K-O is available I=:8DBB>IIB:CIIID to entertain fans outside of expressing disbelief, “You 8DBBJC>IIN8DC88:GI Campanelli Stadium and don’t have cable!” Rox games. He likes to at- What cable can’t provide tend school fundraisers, are skillful performances community events, birthday set in an intimate theatre parties and company pic- where the audience sits 8DC8:GIHI6GIH6I,/(%E#B#+ <:C:G6A69B>HH>DC&% nics year-round. For com- right next to the action at EJE G8G =6H:NNDJD GI>I 8@:IH;GDBAD86A8=6G>I67A:DG<6C>O6I>DCH 8DC8:GI9DDGHDE:CC plete details, call 508-559- small cocktail tables and ;DG68DBEA:I:A>HI!K>H>IHJ;;DA@9DLCH#8DB 6I)/%%E#B# 7000. director’s chairs. Assorted For further informa- beverages are available. GdjiZ&6>c:Vhi7dhidc +&,"*++,"((.%% tion about the Brockton Many restaurants, hotels DcI]Z7ajZA^cZ hj[[dad `Ydlch#XdXdb Rox and upcoming events at and parking are close by the stadium, please visit including public transporta- www.brocktonrox.com. tion. Page 10 POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009 Bob D ’s B eat by Bob DeCristoforo EUNICE KENNEDY SHRIVER TONY C REMEMBERED At Charlestown High School I coach the Special Olympic Team. These kids make me smile. Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the JUSTIN MOORE (CD) smith, James Horner, Cliff founder of Special Olympics, made them Valory Music Co. Eidelman, Leonard Rosen- smile. She was a remarkable lady. Justin Moore is a rising man, Dennis McCarthy, STANLEY CUP country star, and his self- Alexander Courage and titled CD will give you many Michael Giacchino boldly go good reasons why. Having where only a select few had written nine of the ten gone before. Film end titles songs for his debut, Moore encompass the years 1979 creates a music that defies right up to Giacchino’s 2009 boundaries and definition Star Trek adventure. Televi- with its edge, attitude and sion coverage includes ‘Star instrumentation. The Poyen, Trek’ (1966-1969) — Cour- Tony Conigliaro MVP Award winners Arkansas native delivered age; ‘Star Trek: The Next Mike Munzero of North Adams and Ricky his first single, “Back That Generation’ (1987-1994) — Martignetti of the North End. Thing Up,” his big hit “Small Goldsmith; ‘Star Trek: Deep Ricky Martignetti (North End) and Mike Town USA,” along with a pot- Space Nine (1993-1999) — Munzero (North Adams) received the 2009 pourri of tracks that talk McCarthy; ‘Star Trek: Voy- Tony Conigliaro MVP Awards during the about the virtues of a simple ager’ (1995-2001) — Gold- recent North End/North Adams Friendship life, southern rock, and live smith; and ‘Star Trek: En- Games held at Puopolo Park during NEAD show favorites. Enjoy the terprise’ (2001-2005) with Annual North End Family Pride Week. The small-town life via, “How Diane Warren’s “Where My North End Dodgers won both games. This is I Got To Be This Way,” the Heart Will Take Me.” Out of Bob D. and 2009 Pittsburgh Penguin the third year the Tony C MVP Awards have redneck-flavored “Back- this world music! Stanley Cup Champion Hal Gill with the been presented. Tony Conigliaro was a mem- woods,” followed by the love ACOUSTIC OCEAN — Stanley Cup. ber of the Boston Red Sox, hit a home run in song “Like There’s No LIGHT RETURNING (CD) Thanks to Donato Frattaroli of Lucia’s his first Major League at bat, and at the age Tomorrow,” and mark the Acoustic Ocean Music Restaurant, and 2009 Pittsburgh Penguin of 22 was the youngest player to hit 100 home midpoint with the patriotic Formerly a folk duo (Peggy) Stanley Cup Champion Hal Gill. Many of runs. Tony C is an Italian-American Sports “Good Ole American Way.” Morgan and (Bette) Phelan, the North End kids, including me, had the Hero, and should always be remembered. Justin getting rowdy with “I the longtime musicians are opportunity to have their picture taken with ROCK-ING WITH JIM RICE Could Kick Your Butt,” the now both experts in the fields the Stanley Cup. Al Vilar and Mike Giannosoli took a group down home “The Only Place of body/mind improvement TOM & SAL ‘ROCK’ AT NORTH END POOLS of North End kids from the NEAD Boston I Call Home,” the touching as well as music. Their R.O.C.K program over to Jim Rice Field for “Grandpa,” and puts the fin- music is intended to serve a Baseball Clinic with one of Baseball new- ishing touches on his debut as healing energy and est Hall of Famers. Jim Rice along with some with “Hank It,” inspired by healthful entertainment. local area college baseball coaches instructed his time on the road with Each original composition is the youngsters on the fine points of the game. Hank Williams, Jr. — Moore built around a simple me- The clinic was hosted by Boston Center for is a country boy whose fine lodic theme played on the Youth and Family Centers (BCYF). songs extol the pride of his Celtic Harp. The essential COLLEGE BOARD: roots! feeling of each theme is HOCKEY EAST AT FENWAY MICHAEL BUBLE — explored and expanded to Defending National Champion Boston MEETS MADISON create a lush instrumental University will play Commonwealth Avenue SQUARE GARDEN (CD/DVD) mosaic of sound. Repetition rival Boston College on Friday, January 8, 143-Reprise of the theme, coupled with 2010 at Fenway Park, and the Northeast- It was the ultimate ‘New intricate arrangements will ern Women Team will play the UNH Women York Minute’ when multi- transport the listener on an Team prior to the Men’s Game. Grammy award-winning inner journey and evoke a EDUCATION PLUS Michael Bublé took the stage heightened awareness of The East Boston Harborside Community at New York’s Madison the moment. The effect is a Square Garden. The result deeply relaxing “acoustic Mayor Thomas Menino and City Councilor School Education Program Registration for is a CD of ten great perfor- ocean” of sound — hence the Sal LaMattina and friends. GED Prep, English Language, Computer, and Tutoring for Adults and Children for Septem- mances by Bublé, along with title. An hour of healing Mayor Menino and Boston City Councilor ber Classes is underway. Call 617-635-5144 a DVD film that documents pleasure! Sal LaMattina visited the Mirabella Pool for all the details. Michael on the days leading 17 HIPPIES — and newly renovated ‘Baby Pool’ during FREE FAMILY FRIDAY up to one of the biggest EL DORADO (CD) the week, as part of the Boston R.O.C.K. Summer is coming to a rapid close, but shows of his career. In addi- Buda Musique BCYF Summer Splash Program. The ‘Baby there still are some FREE FAMILY FRIDAYS tion to the live performance Heading into a September Pool’ renovations were funded through the on the Calendar. This Friday, August 21 you are backstage footage and tour which hits New York City of Boston Emilie Pugliano Trust can head to the Peabody Essex Museum in interviews with Bublé and City, Big Sur/Santa Cruz, Fund. Salem and on Friday, August 28 you can his band, and two bonus Irvine/Los Angeles, and RBI NORTH END DODGERS head over to the Museum of Fine Arts. performances, “Stardust” Minneapolis/St. Paul, Ger- The NEAA Dodgers fell short in the RBI TIDBITS and “You’re Nobody Till many’s unique acoustic ex- Championship Series defeated by Jamaica - The NEAA will be celebrating its 50th Somebody Loves You.” CD port, 17 Hippies will divulge Plain Angels three games to one in the Best Anniversary in 2010. tracks include “I’m Your the contents of their new st of Five Series. The Angels did finish in 1 - What ever happened to the ‘Yankee Man,” the romantic “Me And album El Dorado. Opening place in the RBI League, which is sponsored Clipper’ League? Mrs. Jones,” two classics with “Uz” — an energetic by the Boston Red Sox and Major League. - Celeb Sightings: Marilyn and Joe “Call Me Irresponsible” and track full of Turkish strings, Congratulations to the Dodgers on an out- Frissora taking in a Red Sox/Detroit game “I’ve Got The World On trailed by the tender standing season. at Fenway, Columbus Basketball great Joey A String,” and his composi- “Adieu,” the driving “Wel- HIGH SCHOOL PREP NOTEBOOK Arrigo and family, along with Anthony tion of “Lost.” Canadian come To My World,” the Great to see that the City of Boston has Carangelo at the Fisherman’s Feast, Suf- born, Bublé continues with monotone “La Zona Drom,” put some teeth into its plans for revitaliz- folk Basketball alum and Hall of Famer Chris the Briscusse/Newley “Feel- and “Atchafalaya” a song in- ing the Boston Public Schools Athletic Tsiotes on Fleet Street, Mrs. Daley and her ing Good,” plus “Home,” a spired by their travels Programs. Recent announcements have buddy Stephen Passacatilli, Vin Santaniello #1 hit for both him and coun- through futuristic Chinese put action into the words. It’s now time for taking in the Titian/Tintoretto/Veronese try singer Blake Shelton, cities with island districts. every Principal and Headmaster to get on Exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, and penned by Bublé, Amy Fos- The sorrows of past wars is board. The Massachusetts Interscholastic BC ‘Sophomore to be” Korey McIssac ‘feast- ter-Gillies and Alan Chang, reflected in the haunting Athletic Association call athletics, the other ing’ on North Street. trailed by “Everything” also “Solitaire,” followed by the half of education. A good athletic program - Game 7 (IF) of the 2009 World Series a #1 hit, and penned by the spirited “Stern am Ende der from day one means a successful school would be played on Thursday, NOVEMBER trio. Bublé wraps up his out- Welt (Star at the End of the year. It is the responsibility of the Principal 5th! standing performance with a World),” along with the easy to make it happen. SMILE! cover of Queen’s “Crazy Little to digest “Six Green Bottles” Thing Called Love,” and Leon a Romanian melody that Russell’s “Song For You.” collides with a Northern En- LAW OFFICES OF Super! glish lullaby. The album’s WANTED THE CITY OF PRAGUE title cut “El Dorado” takes on FRANK J. CIANO Italian speakers to train PHILHARMONIC an interesting direction, GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW for Boston tour guide ORCHESTRA: THE MUSIC while “Kaukapol” is a ‘can’t work. Seasonal work, OF STAR TREK (CD) sit still’ Romanian dance, DIVORCE • WILLS • ESTATE PLANNING • TRUSTS mostly in October. Not a Silva Screen and it all becomes history CRIMINAL • PERSONAL INJURY • WORKERS COMP. A single album compilation following “Bound for Morn- full-time job, but a lot of that presents the very best ing,” a touching tune about 617-354-9400 fun. Star Trek music from nearly lost and lovelorn souls. A Si Parla Italiano Contact four decades of the World’s fitting description: “a new 230 MSGR. O’BRIEN HIGHWAY • CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS 02141 [email protected] most successful TV fran- global sound for an old city chise. Composers Jerry Gold- made new!” POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009 Page 11

concert is free and open to the band. Maddy Prior the band’s voice MUGAR OMNI THEATER – public. for 34 years, back at the helm of a Adrenaline Rush: The Science of Risk, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS – Thurs- line-up featuring band stalwart and Amazon, Deep Sea, Mystic India. day, September 3rd at 7:00 PM. The fiddler extraordinaire, Peter Knight; BUTTERFLY GARDEN – Experi- NOW Boston Landmarks Orchestra kicks Rick Kemp on bass; Ken Nicol on guitar ence a living exhibit filled with off the inaugural showing in its and vocals and Liam Genockey on blooming plants and free-flying but- PLAYING first annual Landmarks Film Series. drums. For tickets call: 617-876-4275 terflies. Entrance to the Butterfly All films are free and open to the or visit: www.WorldMusic.org. Garden is limited to a certain number public. of individuals at one time to allow all NEW WORLD CHORALE – visitors to enjoy the space comfort- UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN Wednesday, September 9th at 7:00 PM. Special Events ably. For more information about The New World Chorale is the best these events and others not men- American choral music group and fea- HARVARD FILM ARCHIVE tioned or for general information tures some of the Boston area’s most 24 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA about the museum you may log onto experienced choral singers and solo- JAMES WHALE: OF MONSTERS, www.mos.org. ists. Performances of Johannes Brahms MELODRAMA AND THE PRODUC- works will be presented. All concerts TION CODE – September 11th through BOSTON CITY HALL are free and open to the public. For September 21, 2009. THE PLAZA AREA more info, visit: www.landmarks THE OLD DARK HOUSE – Friday, Boston, MA orchestra.org or call: 617-520-2200. September 11th at 7:00 PM. This film ARTS ON THE ARCADE – Wednes- features innocents who stumble upon days, August 26, 2009. Perfomer Chris- BOSTON HARBOR CRUISE a sinister mansion and a freakish topher Barnes (Minimalist glam trans) TERMINAL Femm family that inhabits this house. For more information, call: 617-635- Long Wharf (located between Performances by Boris Karloff, Melvyn 3911 or www.cityofboston.gov/arts. New England Aquarium and Douglas and Charles Laughton. Marriott Hotel), Boston, MA FRANKENSTEIN – Saturday, Sep- OLD SOUTH MEETING HOUSE ROCK AND BLUES CONCERT tember 12th at 7:00 PM. Taking ad- 310 Washington St., Boston, MA CRUISES – Bellevue Cadillac Tall vantage of the subject’s visual possi- LECTURE SERIES: September 9th st Ships Party – Friday, August 21 at bilities for the grotesque and the ma- from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. The nomina- 8:00 PM features the Enter the cabre, Whale emulated the look of tion of Abraham Lincoln as the Haggis with Hot Day at the Zoo; German expressionist cinema. Perfor- Republican candidate for President nd Saturday, August 22 at 8:00 PM fea- mances by Boris Karloff, Mae Clarke in 1860 as well as subsequent cam- tures Beatlejuice and Thursday, and John Boles. paign and election evoked strong August 27 that 8:00 PM features the THE MAN IN THE IRON MASK – reactions from people all over the Virginia Coalition. Tickets online Sunday, September 13th at 7:00 PM. United States. Elaine Grublin, Refer- at: www.RockandBluesCruise.com. Alexandre Dumas’ 1847 novel of ence Librarian at the Mass. Histor- wrongful imprisonment and swash- ical Society will explore the com- LOWELL SUMMER MUSIC buckling adventure clearly demon- plex relationship between the SERIES Nicola Conte is an Italian DJ, producer and guitar player strates strong command of fleet cin- President and the residents of Boarding House Park Massachusetts. known for introducing an innovative style of acid jazz ematic storytelling by James Whale. 40 French Street, Lowell, MA Performances by Louis Hayward, Joan ABRAHAM LINCOLN’S 1848 that incorporates bossa nova themes, melodies drawn 2009 CONCERTS – The venue is Bennett and Alan Hale. VISIT TO MASSACHUSETTS – from Italian film scores of the 1960s, easy listening a public park. Bring your lawn chair WATERLOO BRIDGE – Monday, Wednesday, September 16th from 6:30 themes, and ethnic Indian music. Conte, a classic ally- or blanket. All shows are general ad- September 14th at 7:00 PM. Roy, a to 7:30 PM. In the midst of conten- mission, so come early for best loca- trained musician, is mastermind of a collective of acid naïve American soldier in London tious presidential campaign, Con- tion. August 21 - Eileen Ivers and during World War I falls in love with gressman Abraham Lincoln arrived in jazz revivalists, “The Fez Collective,” based in the Italian Immigrant Soul, August 22 - Living- the winsome Myra, another American. Massachusetts to stump for General town of Bari, and the Schema label, their record label for ston Taylor, August 28 - Terrance Out of this melodramatic material, Zachary Taylor, the Whig candidate. promoting their distinctly Italian approach to acid jazz. Simien and the Zydeco Experience, James Whale fashions a vivid tale of William F. Hanna, lecturer at Bridge- Conte’s first album was Jet Sounds of 2000. The single August 29 - Ronnie Earl and the sacrifice and suffering. Performances water State College will recount Broadcasters, September 4 - Hot the events of Lincoln’s only extended “Bossa Per Due” gained international recognition and by Mae Clarke, Kent Douglass and Tuna, September 5 - Tom Rush, Bette Davis. visit to Massachusetts. All lec- was an underground hit. It was used almost immediately September 12 - 30th Annual Banjo SHOW BOAT – Sunday, Septem- tures are free and open to the for a prime-time commercial for Acura automobiles. The and Fiddle Contests, September 18 ber 20th at 3:00 PM. James Whale’s public. For more information on album was licensed for American distribution by Thievery - Gaelic Storm. For directions and remake includes several cast mem- this lecture series, please visit: Corporation’s Eighteenth Street Lounge (ESL) label in further information, please call bers from the original Broadway pro- www.oldsouthmeetinghouse.org. 978-970-5200 or simply log onto duction and offers a full-fledge drama the summer of 2001 as Bossa Per Due, and was a slightly www.lowellsummermusic.org. about racism, miscegenation, failed reconfigured version of the Italian Jet Sounds album. marriages and human weakness. Per- ARTS This was followed by the Jet Sounds Revisited remix STONEHAM THEATER formances by Irene Dunne, Paul album in late 2002. In November 2008, Conte released 395 Main Street, Stoneham, MA Robeson and Helen Morgan. PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM THE GOOD WAR - September 10 - his latest album, Rituals. Conte also produced albums THE KISS BEFORE THE MIRROR East India Square, Salem, MA October 4, 2009. This is the New En- – Monday, September 21st at 7:00 PM. THE GOLDEN AGE OF DUTCH by other artists such as Rosalia De Souza and Paolo gland Premiere. Studs Terkel’s The This is a dark and highly stylized psy- SEASCAPES – Now through Septem- Achenza Trio. Check out Italian Special Events and Good War features classic songs such chodrama that traces the breakdown ber 7, 2009. This exhibit represents Programs for more details. as “I’ll Be With You In Apple Blossom of a lawyer who begins to suspect his the works of Dutch masters of mari- Time,” “Straighten Up and Fly Right,” wife of infidelity, even as he is de- time art working in the time of 1230-EXPO or visit the website at: “Uncle Sam Blues,” “I’ll Be Seeing fending a friend on trial for having Rembrandt and Vermeer. Dutch THEATER www.kaleidoscopechildrenstheatre.com. You,” and “Moonlight Serenade.” For murdered his wife. Performances by masters of paint and color attracted tickets call 781.279.2200 or log onto Nancy Carroll, Frank Morgan and Paul to the seascape developed novel SHUBERT THEATER ZERO ARROW THEATRE www.stonehamtheatre.org. Lukas. approaches to composition and 265 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 2 Arrow Street, Cambridge, MA technique. THE DONKEY SHOW JERSEY BOYS – Now through – Now MUSEUM OF SCIENCE SURFLAND – Photographs by Joni September 26, 2009. JERSEY BOYS, through October 31, 2009. The intoxi- BERKLEE PERFORMANCE 1 Science Park, Boston, MA Sternbach – Now through October 4, winner of the 2006 Grammy® Award cating international sensation CENTER Friday Evening Stargazing at 2009. In her first solo exhibition at a for Best Musical Show Album, fea- that takes you behind the velvet 136 Mass Avenue, Boston, MA the GILLILAND OBSERVATORY – major art museum, Joni Sternbach ropes into a glittered wonderland of DIANNE REEVES – Friday, Octo- Fridays, 8:30-10:00 p.m. Free. The uses the 19th century tintype photo- tures hit songs “Sherry,” “Big Girls rd Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a decadence, divas, and disco, inspired ber 23 at 8:00 PM. Recognized as one observatory is open every Friday, graphic process to capture the dy- Night” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off by Shakespeare’s A Midsummer of the premier vocalists in the world, weather permitting. For viewing namic surfing culture along America’s You.” “IT WILL RUN FOR CENTURIES!” Night Dream. Don’t miss it. For tick- 4 time Grammy Winner, Dianne status and hours, please call coasts. For info call 866-745-1876 or proclaims Time Magazine. For a com- ets call: 617-547-8300 or visit: Reeves is among the most prominent 617-589-0267. go online to www.pem.org. plete listing of upcoming events at the www.AmericanRepertoryTheater.org. and influential singers in jazz. Come, Shubert and Citi Wang Center please listen and enjoy. Tickets are now on log onto www.citicenter.org/shows sale. Call: 617-876-4275 or visit: ITALIAN EVENTS & PROGRAMS MUSIC www.WorldMusic.org. EMERSON COLLEGE REGATTA BAR-CHARLES HOTEL “Italia Oggi”(Italy Today) Sundays Cutler Majestic Theatre BANK OF AMERICA PAVILION HOUSE OF BLUES CAMBRIDGE, MA 1PM to 2 PM with host Andrea Urdi 219 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 290 Northern Ave., Boston, MA 15 Lansdowne St., Boston, MA NICOLA CONTE CONCERT – 1460 AM www.1460WXBR.com CARMEN – Friday, November 6 at COUNTING CROWS - Monday, PET SHOP BOYS - Saturday, Sep- September 8, 2009. One of the ac- “Dolce Vita Radio” DJ Rocco 7:30 pm, Sunday, November 8 at August 31, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. In tember 5, 2009. MOBY - Thursday, claimed talents of new Italian jazz, Mesiti 11 AM-1 PM Sundays. 90.7 FM 3:00 pm. Wednesday, November 11 at 2004 the band released their first September 24, 2009 at 7:00 PM. for the first time in the US, will per- or online www.djrocco.com 7:30 pm. Friday, November 13 at ever “Best Of” set Films About COLLECTIVE SOUL - Sunday, form accompanied by an extraordinary “The Nick Franciosa Show” - 7:30 pm. Sunday, November 15 at Ghosts which featured songs from August 23, 2009 7:00 PM. Don’t band at the Bostonian “temple” of Every Sunday at 12 Noon to 3:00 PM 3:00 pm. Tuesday, November 17 at every phase of Counting Crows’ re- miss these fantastic performances. international jazz. Conte will hold an on radio stations WLYN 1360 AM and 7:30 pm. Music by Georges Bizet. Sung cording career, followed by the live For tickets and information log American tour to promote his new WAZN 1470 AM. in French with French dialogue and album *New Amsterdam: Live at 1onto www.ticketmaster.com or album: “Rituals” For more info visit “Guido Oliva Italian Hour” projected English translation. Carmen Heineken Music Hall 2003, which www.livenation.com. For a complete www.getshowtix.com/regattabar. 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM every Sunday and Don José crash into each other appeared in 2006. Counting Crows line up of House of Blues events log on WSRO 650AM Framingham with a passion that’s as much about has sold over 20 million records onto www.houseofblues.com. YMCA EAST BOSTON and online at www.wsro.com. will as it is about desire. At its pre- worldwide. For tickets, please log 215 Bremen Street, East Boston miere, Bizet’s opera shocked and onto www.livenation.com or call INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY PARLIAMO L’ITALIANO FOR LA PENTOLA DI RAME thrilled audiences. ticketmaster at 1-866-448-7849. ART ADULTS - ITALIAN CLASSES OF- KICKS OFF - CULINARY PRO- STOMP – October 1-18, 2009. Ex- 100 Northern Avenue, Putnam FERED THROUGH ITALIA UNITA - GRAM - Boston-based company plosive, provocative, sophisticated, TD BANKNORTH GARDEN Investments Plaza, Boston, MA Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm to launches unique culinary program sexy, utterly unique and fun for ev- Causeway Street, Boston, MA HARBORWALK SOUNDS – Berklee 8:00pm beginning September 15th, with acclaimed Tuscan chef, Mariella eryone! The eight-member troupe P!NK – Friday, October 2, 2009 College of Music at the ICA – Thurs- 2009 through November 24, 2009. Lencioni - La Pentola di Rame wel- uses everything but conventional per- 8:00 PM. “This is my most vulner- days, from 6-8:30 PM. These are all Italia Unita is accepting adult students comes Chef Mariella Lencioni of Lucca, cussion instruments - matchboxes, able album to date,” says P!nk, 29, free concerts featuring rising stars in for its session of “Parliamo L’italiano”, Tuscany to Boston to kick off its culi- wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, who has no problem fessing up to jazz, world, Latin and more. a beginner-level course of the Italian nary program. Chef Lencioni is the first Zippo lighters, hubcaps - to fill the the fact that the split from her HARBORWALK SHUFFLE – language. Basic Italian will be offered, in an ongoing series of guest chefs stage with magnificent rhythms. If you husband, motocross star Carey Thursdays, August 20th and August on The course is designed for that the company will transport to the haven’t seen STOMP, GO! If you have Hart, earlier this year is the subject 27 – Times of the concerts are 6-8:30 students who have little or no expe- U.S. to create unique Italian food and seen it, take someone and share the of some songs on Funhouse. For tick- PM. These evenings are free. rience with the Italian language. cultural experiences. Lencioni will pleasure!” - The Boston Globe. For tickets log onto www.ticketmaster.com WAVELENGTHS – Fridays, August Instructed by Valentina Oppezzo. spend two weeks introducing Boston- ets log onto www.telecharge.com or or 1-800-745-3000. 21st and August 28th – starting at 7:30 Classes are offered for adults area residents to the flavors of call 1-800-432-7250. PM. Each concert will feature artists 18 years or older. For more informa- Tuscany through cooking classes, DCR THE HATCH SHELL performing outside against the stun- tion contact 617-561-3201or log onto special events, and a communal-style THE SAUGUS CHILDREN’S The Esplanade on the Charles ning backdrop of Boston Harbor. For www.italiaunita.org. feast. THEATRE River, Boston, MA artist line-up call: 617-478-3100 or CHEF’S TABLE SUPPER CLUB: 466 Central Street, Saugus, MA GREEN MASTERPIECES – visit: www.icaboston.org. ITALIAN RADIO A Tuscan Feast. Eurostoves Culinary SNOW WHITE – Sunday, Septem- Wednesday, September 2nd at 7:00 “The Sicilian Corner” 11:00 AM Center, 45 Enon Street, Beverly, Mas- ber 13, 2009 at 2:00 PM. We all know PM. Works of Mendelssohn, Respigni, SOMERVILLE THEATRE to 1:00 PM every Friday with host sachusetts, Sunday, August 23, this beloved story and you can enjoy Sant-Saens, Mozart, Mussorgsky and 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA Tom Zappala and Mike Lomazzo and 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Five-course sit-down it again and again with your children. Handel performed by the Boston STEELEYE SPAN – Saturday, Sep- “The Italian Show” w/Nunzio dinner paired with wine. For more Moms and Grandmothers are always Landmarks Orchestra under the tember 19th at 8:00 PM. This is DiMarca every Sunday from 10AM to information about tickets please call free!. For more information call: 1-781- baton of Charles Ansbacher. This Britain’s most influential roots music 1PM www.1110wccmam.com 978- 232-0007. Page 12 POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009

Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

The television audiences for President fans the op- COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Obama’s four prime-time press conferences portunity to MAMA’S STUFFED MUSHROOMS have gotten progressively smaller since he lunch, go 1 package of medium or small white mushrooms assumed office. His first press conference fishing, and 25 Ritz or Hi Ho Snack Crackers in February, drew 49.4 million viewers, even prac- 4 tbs. Melted Butter or margarine of choice according to Nielsen. The second, in March, tice yoga attracted 40.3 million; the third, in April, with their favorite players. In Detroit, fans Place snack crackers in a plastic bag and crush into attracted 28.8 million; and the fourth, on willing to shell out $1,250 can put in a day’s crumbs by running a rolling pin over the crackers. Set health-care reform, drew 24.6 million work as a groundskeeper for the Tigers. crumbs aside in a medium size bowl. viewers. Banned in New York! A small New York Remove stems from mushrooms and set aside. With a Kiss and tell! When Jimmy Carter was the state town has banned the daily card games slightly dampened paper towel, wipe clean each mushroom thirty-ninth president of the United States, at senior citizens center after learning that cap and stem. Set mushroom caps aside to be stuffed. he kissed England’s queen mother, Queen the players were betting dimes and quar- STUFFING: Elizabeth, on the lips. It was a shocking ters. Baldwinsville Mayor Joe Saraceni said Chop up mushroom stems on a cutting board and add to breach of etiquette that even obituary he cracked down because “gambling isn’t a bowl of crushed snack crackers. Mix melted butter into this writers noted upon her death. permissible activity” at the Canton Woods mixture. Set aside. More about presidents! There are four Senior Center, regardless of the amount of Spray bottom of a baking tray with vegetable or butter presidents who are known by their initials: the bet. “I don’t understand why this is an cooking spray. With a teaspoon add stuffing to each mush- Franklin Delano Roosevelt [FDR], John issue,” said card player James Clark. “It’s room cap. Larger mushroom caps may require more stuff- Fitzgerald Kennedy [JFK], Lyndon Baines ridiculous.” ing. Top each stuffed mushroom cap with a dab of butter or Johnson [LBJ], and Theodore Roosevelt, who Women against Berlusconi: Thousands margarine. OPTIONAL: Sprinkle stuffed mushroom caps hated the nickname “Teddy” and preferred of Italian women have signed an on-line pe- lightly with Paprika. “TR” instead. tition attacking the “sexist policies, behav- Place stuffed mushroom caps on baking tray with stuff- Wow! One out of 10 Americans is now ior, and discourse” of Prime Minister Silvio ing visible. Depending on size of mushroom tops, bake at taking antidepressants — double the Berlusconi. Chiara Volpato, a sociology pro- 375°F or 400°F for 15 to 25 minutes. Check frequently. percentage that was taking them in 1996. fessor at the University of Milan, launched NOTE: Once Mama enjoyed a food item, she asked politely The use of psychotherapy, meanwhile, is the petition in the wake of a slew of stories for the recipe from a neighbor or family friend. She would then declining, because of insurance restrictions linking the 72-year-old Berlusconi to vari- prepare the recipe for the family. on payments. ous women, including a 17-year-old. ‘Women We enjoyed these on holidays when mushrooms were available. Divorce can make you sick! Divorce are convinced that the time has come to Now that mushrooms are available daily in supermarkets, this exacts an emotional toll, as anyone who’s speak up,” Volpato said. “Berlusconi’s behav- recipe is easy to prepare and easy to add to a special meal. gone through it can attest. But it can also ior has greatly damaged the image of Italy wreck your physical health, researchers internationally, strengthening the stereo- say. Sociologist Linda Wite of the Univer- type that Italians endorse old-fashioned • Cambridge P.D. (Continued from Page 2) sity of Chicago’s National Opinion Research macho attitudes.” Berlusconi said that a book. This newest charge This isn’t about the police Center analyzed the health reports of 9,000 recently released tape that purportedly from Professor Allen Counter luring someone outside people between ages 51 and 61. “Pretty con- captured him in bed with a prostitute was a seems as baseless as the their own home. If the police sistently, the worst off are the currently fraud, but he admitted that he is “no saint.” Gates case. In this newest had probable cause to enter widowed, divorced, or separated,” Waite told Of course, his wife filed for divorce. case of which I have only re- your home without a war- Newsweek. People in those situations are Mother Superior Frances Fitzgerald cently heard sounded like a rant, they can do so. If they more likely to sleep poorly and ignore their reminds us, it takes two adults to commit domestic call from the have to arrest someone with health, and they’re less likely to visit the adultery. mother of Counter’s daugh- probable cause inside your doctor or exercise. They’re also immersed When a Roman was returning from a trip, ter who told police she was home, they can do so once in emotional turmoil and stress, “which is he used to send someone ahead to let his reportedly fearing for their again. Your home isn’t a itself a health risk.” Remarriage can help, wife know, so as not to surprise her in the daughter’s safety. In the case sanctuary from getting ar- but only to a degree, because it can take act. So says, Montaigne. of a domestic call, if the po- rested and if that is what years to recover from the period of upheaval. Bow wow! A British couple who noticed that lice who respond are unable Harvard professors think, Tom Analetto of Medford claims the best their dog had begun walking oddly were to determine exactly what they need to rethink that thing about divorce is that it puts marriage- shocked when an X-ray found that his stom- happened, they usually ar- premise again. The Gates able men back in circulation. ach contained nine golf balls and a bullet. rest and let the courts figure case came about because of Carlo Scostumato says, “What many a man The dog, named Bertie, apparently gobbled it out. Suppose the police a number of house breaks in wants most to get out of a marriage is to get up the stray golf balls on walks near a had left Counter’s home with his own neighborhood. The out!” course, and at some point had been shot in the daughter there and later Counter case seems to be “Julie & Julia,” the film, featuring Oscar- the stomach. “His stomach could have easily the daughter gets injured, about a domestic call. winning actress Meryl Streep has received ruptured from the pressure of all the golf who do you think gets into The police aren’t in the some great reviews. Well, as far as we know, balls,” said a veterinary worker. A surgeon trouble but the officers who business of branding anyone we are not mentioned in the film. In brief, removed all the foreign objects, and Bertie’s left the scene earlier with- a criminal. Not a janitor. Not when I was heading an advertising agency full recovery is expected. out doing anything. a bus driver. Not a Harvard I received a call from Margaret Lockwood of Nosey people! Michael Jackson’s artificial In both cases, Gates and professional. Every day when WGBH-TV, Channel 2, asking if we could nose has vanished, says Rolling Stone. A wit- Counter were handled ap- a police officer goes to work, have one of our clients sponsor the new ness who viewed Jackson’s body in the propriately at the scene. This his or her aim is to get home cooking show. “No! Who cares to watch a morgue said the prosthetic device he nor- had little to do with racism alive at the end of his or her cooking show?” Yes, I fluffed her off! mally attached to his surgically damaged and more to do with making shift. It does appear that Lisa Cappuccio of East Boston wants you nose was missing, revealing “bits of carti- sure that all was right at both there are some out there in to know, most women enjoy cooking, espe- lage surrounding a small dark hole.” scenes. If the police don’t the Peoples Republic of Cam- cially when it is done by the chef of a good Jackson’s former housekeeper Adrian know who you are when they bridge who have agendas that restaurant. McManus said that the performer kept “a jar arrive at the scene and find are hardly objective when it Robyn Waters of Swampscott asks, “Why of fake noses” some for use as disguises, oth- you inside, they have a right comes to talking about men is it that our neighbor’s barbecue always ers that “were similar to his real nose,” which to ask you to step outside for and women of the Cambridge smells better than our tastes?” collapsed after too many plastic surgeries. yours and their own safety. Police Department. To think, in ancient times when meat Good news! President Obama has dramati- was burnt outdoors, it was a sacrifice; nowa- cally reversed the deep decline in America’s days it is a cookout. image abroad that occurred during the Bush 1st Generation Just remember, ninety percent of the years. In 21 countries surveyed, an aver- Vitamin C in brussel sprouts is lost in age of 71% of respondents had confidence Italian-American cooking. in Obama’s handling of world affairs, com- Betcha you didn’t know, that in Ivrea, Italy, pared with 17% who’d felt that way about Vita Orlando Sinopoli thousands of citizens celebrate the begin- President Bush. Most of the Muslim world, Shares with us ning of Lent by throwing oranges at one however, remained deeply suspicious of another. U.S. intentions. a delightful recollection Camel-milk chocolate could be in stores Our distinguished maestro and musicolo- of her memories as a child within months, says the New York Daily gist Albert Natale reminds us of some indi- News. A Dubai company uses the milk of viduals who helped shape American popu- growing up in 3,000 camels to produce 100 tons of pre- lar music as composers and performers. In Boston’s “Little Italy” mium chocolate, which is currently sold only 1914, Domenick “Nick” La Rocca, a cornet- in Dubai. Camel’s milk is healthier than ist, and Anthony Sbarbaro, a drummer, and a collection of cow’s milk due to its lower fat content and formed the first jazz band. The Original Italian family recipes highest levels of Vitamin C, and general Dixieland Jazz Band. In 1917, the quintet from the homeland. manager Martin Van Almsick is confident made the first jazz record, “Darktown Strut- that his company’s product has a big future. ters Ball” which sold a million copies. “We aim to be the Godiva of the Middle East,” LaRocca wrote the classic “Tiger Rag,” now Great as Gifts he said. known as “Hold That Tiger,” the official song FROM MY BAKERY PERCH available on AMAZON.COM Gus Lombardi of Nahant wonders if the of Louisiana State University. Born in 1889 order an autographed copy from camel-milk chocolate will have a hump. in New Orleans, LaRocca died in 1961 at Vita Orlando Sinopoli, P.O. Box 906, Wilmington, MA 01887 With ticket sales down, Major League age 72. Hardcover: $25.00 Softcover: $20.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling Baseball teams are now selling well-heeled AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009 Page 13

• The Socially Set (Continued from Page 9)

Last week, I was talking was a public beach at Mystic coal to make a pot of coffee about a genuine American Lake with a lifeguard on or lit up his Coleman stove. picnic, Italian style. Ameri- duty. This fact didn’t matter, When both American coffee can picnics are often en- as one of the adults who and espresso were ready, joyed with the food consist- could swim would walk to the the fruit and pastry would ing of hamburgers, hotdogs, water with us and keep a be placed on the picnic potato salad, and cold beer. close vigil on the bunch of us table. If any of the men One out of four isn’t bad. We as we splashed in the water. had concocted homemade had the cold beer. The food, While this was going on, the liquors like anisette, ani- that was another matter. men would ready the meats sone, grappa, sambuca or Dad and the men in the fam- for the barbecue pit. Dad something similar, they ily would barbecue steaks would light the charcoal, and would be sampled along and hot and sweet sausages, when it was ready, the with the grapes, fresh figs, Italian pork sausages, that meats would be cooked. The peaches, canoli or cookies. is. Nanna, my mother and courses would begin with the As the sun would begin to the other female relatives antipasto accompanied by set, it would be time to clean would have prepared the rest something to drink, usually up the area we had rented of the dishes ahead of time, beer or wine. We kids were and everyone would take antipasto, cold cuts, cheese restricted to a sip or two of part in the chore. When all and Italian bread. For the these alcoholic beverages. was said and done, the empty main courses to compliment We were never denied, but pots and pans, the Coleman the steak and sausages, after the sips, it was strictly stove, the bocce set and they would bring along tonic for us. any toys we kids brought ravioli, gnocchi, and egg- When the meat was ready, would be piled in the cars plant in various forms, salad, everyone would sit at the pic- and we would say our good- sautéed vegetables and fruit nic table and the pasta, byes to each other. At this and pastry for dessert. steaks and sausages would point, someone would say, An afternoon at a Brockton Rox game at Campanelli Yes, there would be beer, be served, followed by the “Andiamo a mi cassa per un Stadium in Brockton is a fun adventure for children, but it would be accompanied vegetables, and finally, the oltro tazze de caffé.” (Let’s go even before entering the park. by homemade wine, both salad. We kids would have to to my house for another cup (Photo by Hilda M. Morrill) red and white, soda for the be threatened to sit as we of coffee.) No one ever said, kids and a bottle of whiskey wanted to play tag or head “No.” When we would get to Woodberry littlenecks, and This fall, CitySprouts or two, just in case. Most of back to the lake. No time the house, all of the leftovers Wolfs Neck bavette steak. will operate its award- the picnics I remember at- spent in the water was ever would be heated and placed Local farms are joining winning program in all tending were at Mystic enough for us, and whether on the kitchen or backyard OM in raising funds for twelve of the city’s elemen- Lake, where you could rent it was the lake or a game, table. Out would come new CitySprouts by donating tary and middle schools. a picnic table and a barbe- playtime was more impor- bottles of homemade wine ingredients — Allandale CitySprouts school gardens cue pit in advance. All of the tant than eating. along with an array of Ital- Farm, Appleton Farm CSA, are a hands-on resource for food listed above would be The adults would eat and ian cold cuts, and cheeses. and The Food Project gar- urban children to learn brought by the family mem- eat and eat. An hour later, The eating would start all dens will all be represented about food, the environment bers who were going to par- it was time for the men to over again and continue at the table. The dinner in- and to support their aca- ticipate in the event. Each engage in recreation to until it was dark outside. cludes wine paired with each demic learning in public family or person was given digest. The women would do You could tell it was course, and gratuity. A veg- schools. CitySprouts’ outdoor a designated assignment, the cleanup work. Now, at time to go home as we kids etarian option is available classroom gardens are used and usually, there were an American picnic, the would be falling asleep on (call ahead to order). For by 75% of the teachers in never any goof-ups. folks might play softball. At our parents shoulders or in more information, please Cambridge Public Schools My father was often the those old-time Italian pic- the chairs we were sitting call 508-254-9962. for science, math, social first to arrive and he would nics, you had your choice of in. Before we could leave, “It’s fitting that the late studies and art. get the pit ready, filling it cards or bocce. My grand- though, doggie bags would be summer harvest is helping Enjoy! with the right amount of father and his brothers-in- handed out to the women. to support and grow the (Be sure to visit Hilda charcoal ready to light. When law would play scopa, briscola Whatever leftovers were not school programs where city Morrill’s gardening Web site, everyone would arrive, it or sette bella, Italian card consumed would be wrapped children learn about healthy eating and growing food www.bostongardens.com. took quite a while for hand games they brought with up in wax paper, bagged and first-hand. Chef Michael In addition to events covered shakes, hugs and kisses to them when they came to sent on their way to feed Madden is not only creating and reported by the columnist, complete the salutations. America. My father’s gen- members of the family at a delicious dinner for guests, “The Socially Set” is compiled The one problem I had was eration would probably play some future meal. It would he is feeding the hearts from various other sources my great aunt Zia Pepa. She whist or penny-ante poker. take a half hour or so for and souls of our city kids,” such as news and press re- was a rather short (what When physical exercise was everyone to say goodbye to says CitySprouts Executive leases, PRNewswire services, else) robust woman who needed, it was bocce. The each other. Hand shakes, Director Jane Hirschi. etc.) loved to pinch cheeks. She men would mark off the hugs and kisses would re- would spot me come over and court and begin to analyze peat themselves from an say, “Giovanni piccolo, che how to throw their desig- earlier part of the day and bello questo gualione.” (Little nated balls as close to the hopefully we could get out at TO GOD John, what a beautiful boy). palinni (little ball) as pos- a reasonable time. by Judean Langone While she uttered these sible to win. All the while, Plans would be discussed words, she would grab one of either during the card for getting together when my cheeks between her games or bocce matches, the the weather was cooler, but We would not have thumb and forefinger and beer and wine would flow. As these discussions would the greatest gift twist. She wouldn’t stop a result of all of this strenu- happen as people headed out twisting until I was almost ous physical activity, many the door. On the way home, of the Eucharist pushed to the ground and of the men would lie down on Dad and Mom would discuss yelling for help. My pinched the grass and snore during the food, who drank too much without Christ’s Resurrection cheek would be red for the the afternoon sun. and who played cards better rest of the day as a result. After the men would be in than the rest. I didn’t know Because that completes Once I survived Zia Pepa, upright positions again, des- what an American picnic I was ready for a swim with sert would be announced. was like until years later. I God Almighty’s plan for us. my cousins. We would strip This meant a return to the think I prefer our type … His purpose is our lives and on and on. down to our bathing suits picnic table. Dad would have what do you think? and head for the lake. There used the embers of the char- GOD BLESS AMERICA

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN: — FOR YOU WHO APPRECIATE THE FINEST — (Say this prayer 3 days in a row and your prayers will be answered) Fully Insured THE O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, Lic #017936 splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my mother. Johnny Christy O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech thee from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this my necessity (make request). Heating & Air Conditioning There are none who can withstand your power. O show here you are my mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, Sales, Service & Installation Orchestra pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times), Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Thank MUSIC FOR ALL you for your mercy to me and mine. Amen Ken Shallow This must be re-published so that the 617.593.6211 [email protected] OCCASIONS 781-648-5678 prayers of others might also be answered. Page 14 POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009

• Madonna Della Cava Feast (Continued from Page 1) The time has come, the walrus said, TO TALK OF MANY THINGS of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings by Sal Giarratani WHO NEEDS A he’s known as the ultimate TIM MURRAY? politician. As they say in the The last time Lieutenant elevator field, “This one’s Governor Tim Murray was going down. needed was back in 2006 GARBAGE DAY IN when he evened out those DOWNTOWN BAGHDAD? Patrick-Murray bumper I took a recent walk down stickers. Nowadays, Tim East Springfield Street in the Murray is like the Korean South End and knew it was War. Largely forgotten. His garbage day because every- only role is handed to him by thing was out on the side- The Ladies of the committee of the Madonna Della Cava prepare for the procession. the governor and lately I walk waiting for the truck to wonder if Deval even re- come haul it away. Back in members Murray’s first the day when I lived on this name. The state at the street, the garbage always present is being run by Gov- went out back to the alley ernor Patrick and Transpor- where the trucks would tation Secretary Jim Aloisi. empty the barrels back They’ve got a great good cop- there out of sight. The street bad cop shtick going on be- itself stayed much cleaner tween the two of them but if that way. The rents back Patrick doesn’t watch out, then were twenty five bucks he could become the next a month. Today, the cheap- Murray. est apartment for rent goes Even the Italian American for $1,500 per month and the community wonders about street looks like from some- Aloisi. If Mr.Secretary can’t where in Baghdad on rub- even count on his ethnic bish day. Ninety percent or base, what does he have? If more of the folks who reside Madonna Della Cava Committee members pose for a photo. we are real lucky the there seem to not know Patrick-Aloisi team will be what a barrel looks like. defeated next year. Right They put the trash out in now, the big favorite in the plastic bags. Between the Italian — American commu- homeless looking for bottles nity appears to be Christy and cans and the animals Mihos. Three years ago, he looking for food, the street ran as an independent, this like many others in this time he’s going forth into the “new” South End look like GOP primary. roads in Baghdad. Patrick isn’t doing well in Also, doesn’t it seem like the polls and seems to have East Springfield Street has watched helplessly as his been under construction for Democratic base sinks a couple of years now? The faster than quicksand in an other day, the Washington hourglass. He’s got a quag- Street end was closed and mire. Everything he’s doing folks on the street had to is unpopular and calls into enter from Harrison Av- question his touted leader- enue. The last time cars did ship skills. Pretty soon he’ll that I was a mere 12 years be praying to St. Jude to old. Too bad rents weren’t the save his hold on the job. Back same as in 1960 and too in ’06, Patrick was the un- bad the garbage still wasn’t known and unpolitical. Now picked up in the alleys, eh? Josephine Toscano and family anticipate the Devotees pose in front of the • Mayor’s Column (Continued from Page 1) arrival of the Madonna Della Cava. Madonna Della Cava. areas. For example, we grant fective strategies for flu pre- every city employee up to vention and response, but th four hours of time off per there are simple tips that Veteran’s Cup Celebrates 12 Annual Year in Lancaster year for cancer screenings. everyone should keep in by Tim Busch, Veterans Cup Chairman Our experience with H1N1 mind to reduce the risk of demonstrated that the virus illness. Remember that the caused illness largely in flu is spread through cough- children, but black and ing, sneezing, or talking. It’s Latino children in the city important to clean your were affected more than any hands with soap and water other group. We now know regularly. Try to stay in good that we have to make an health by getting plenty of extra effort to reach out to sleep, drinking lots of water, those families so they can and eating nutritious foods. take steps to contain and Also, avoid touching your prevent the flu. We’ll make eyes, nose, and mouth, and sure that these families try to avoid close contact know where and how to get with people who are sick. a flu vaccination, and we’ll To learn more about indi- arm them with the right in- vidual precautions you formation to protect them- can take, call the city’s selves. Health Line at (617) 534- Friday’s summit is a 5050 or visit the Boston Pub- chance for a cross-section of lic Health Commission at leaders to collaborate on ef- www.bphc.org.

• News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) He was smoking at the time, he was “Gated” too by Cam- Pictured in the back row (Left to Right): Manny Pereira, Keith Chiappa, Jean-Claude really smoking. He threw the bridge Police Department. Sureau, Sergey Spivalosky, Don Wood, Fred Prifty, Carl Sciple. Second Row: (Standing): cigarette away and set his Perhaps, it is time to invite Gino Sepe, Hans Luwald, Joe Stoltz, Armand Fernandes, Buddy Scott, John Pereira, house on fire. Bottom Line: more folks to the White Armin Gonzalez, Cord Ohlensbusch, Ben Capone. Front Row: Kaitlyn, age 8 (Buddy Scotts’ Next time when you get the House for a little brewsky? granddaughter), Pepe Femia, Michael, age 3 (Buddy Scotts’ grandson), John Yavanian, urge, find an ashtray first. Soon, Obama will be hauling Oscar Arroyo, Rodolfo Urizandi, Frank Cunha, Angelo Tarabelsi, Brendan, age 8 (Buddy Not Enough Beer in beer by the keg load, eh? Scotts’ grandson). Not pictured: Greg Jones, *David Thorne and Ernie Capone. in the White House Memo to James Aloisi After the recent beer sum- from James Michael Curley The 12th annual USASA competed for titles in 14 North Carolina in 2005. mit at the White House, Never write what you can Veterans Cup was held Women’s and Men’s divi- In the Men’s Over-55 divi- President Obama thought he nod, never nod what you can July 7-12, 2009 at Citizens sions. This year’s total num- sion, the Texas Wanderers of solved his Cambridge prob- wink and never, never, ever Bank Fields at Progin Park ber of teams was two higher North Texas won their first lem. However, now yet an- e-mail the MBTA General in Lancaster, Massachu- than the previous record of other Harvard professor says Manager you don’t like. setts. A record 105 teams 103 teams in Wilmington, (Continued on Page 15) BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009 Page 15

EXTRA Innings Special Olympians by Sal Giarratani COMPETE IN TAUNTON

Big Papi or Big Pa-Pee? and was 77 years old. Say what you want of David Ortiz obviously is letting this whole the Yankees, they have class. steroid controversy get to him. Last look he Speaking of Mantle was batting under .220 and has become an Growing up in the fifties and sixties pre- almost automatic out at the plate. His press 1967 and a long time since 1946, I was a conference was useless and might as well Yankee fan because they were winners. My never have happened. He even seemed to favorite team was the powerful 1961 Mantle- contradict his own lawyer. Shouldn’t both of Maris team when they hit 240 homeruns. them be on the same page? We may never The all around team! Good pitching, Al Down- know the whole truth about Big Papi and ing Jim Bouton, Ralph Terry and Whitey Ford they’re just loving this stuff in New York. who was 25-4 that year. Looks like so many players were taking Yogi Berra and Elston Howard behind the “stuff” that perhaps asterisks should be plate. Super pinch hitter Johnny Blanchard. used for players not juiced up, eh? The list Best infield with Skowron Jr., Bobby by all accounts could be quite shorter in Richardson, Clete Boyer, Tony Kubek. This length. In the end, Jose Canseco did major team had nine or ten guys hitting 20 or more league baseball a favor by exposing the hy- homeruns. They went all the way taking pocrisy of MLB. Any player who suddenly out my other favorite team, the Cincinatti bulked up is certainly held suspect by fans. Reds. Unfortunately in baseball, players are held Finally, as I started out here, speaking of guilty until proven innocent. Mark Mantle, when I list the top four all time NY McGwyre, Sammy Sosa, Barry Bonds, Roger Yankees, it’s easy to do. Babe Ruth, Lou Clemens, A-Rod. The list seems endless and Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle. now Big Papi made the list too. The Mick finished with 535 homers and a Greater Taunton team members Barbara Leary and her Saying Goodbye to the Mick’s Wife .298 lifetime average. He died hard with son Andy Maynard of Raynham share a warm moment On Tuesday, August 11 before the start of liver cancer and he played in constant pain together after winning bronze medals in the First Annual their baseball game, the NY Yankees held a throughout his career. Even to the end, he Special Olympics South Section Bocce Tournament. moment of silence for Merlyn Mantle, the joked that had he known he would have widow of Yankee slugger Mickey Mantle. She outlived both his father and grandfather, he They came from as far away as Shrewsbury and passed away at a hospice in Plano, Texas would have taken better care of himself. Dorchester to compete for the gold, silver and bronze. In all, 36 bocce athletes competed in the First Annual Special Olympics Massachusetts South Section Bocce • Veteran’s Cup (Continued from Page 14) Tournament at the Columbia Cultural Center on Satur- ever division title by down- Women’s Over-40 Premier Soccer League, Lois Kessin, day, July 18, 2009. ing O55 North Carolina title. In the Women’s Over- the Eastern Massachusetts “We are so pleased to be involved with this very United by a score of 3-2. Dur- 40 1st division, Indagoal Women’s Soccer League, special event,” said Dick Simmons, President, Columbia ing this decade the club has Girls of Massachusetts John Motta, Andy Weiss, Lodge #540, Order Sons of Italy in America. “This (Special won three Over-50 titles. topped the Austin Allies of Betty Schmeck and all of the Olympics Massachusetts) is a very special organization and Port City Soccer Club of South Texas by a score of volunteers from Massachu- we’re proud to be involved with them.” North Carolina defeated the 2-1. setts hosting committee for “In addition to Columbia Lodge #540, DeAvila’s Catering Shake Shake Soccer Club of In a final featuring two making the 2009 Veterans and Henriques Landscaping stepped up to plan and make Massachusetts 5-2 in over- strong cross-country rivals, Cup such a success. A spe- certain we had a great first-time event for our Special Olym- time to claim the Men’s Leahi of Hawaii defeated cial thanks to all of the ref- pians,” said Jay O’Brien, Special Olympics Massachusetts Over-40 1st division title. Camp Spring Soccer Club erees who donated their South Section Director.” The Dallas Legends of North of Maryland 3-0 to cap- time to officiate matches. Columbia Lodge #540 is Taunton’s chapter of the Texas won their fifth ture the Women’s Over-50 And finally, thanks for the Order Sons of Italy in America, the largest and longest- straight Men’s Over-60 title championship. efforts of Robin Gordon and established organizations of Italian Americans in the United by defeating NC United 5-2. The Women’s Over-55 title Cheryl Brown of the Wash- States. 2009 saw the introduction went to NOVA WFC of Metro ington State Soccer Associa- The Special Olympics was started by Eunice Kennedy of a Men’s Over-65 division, DC/Virginia as they de- tion Office, the Veterans Shriver who recently passed away. Eunice was a staunch where Boston Matuse of feated the Lone Star Strik- Cup Committee, and mostly supporter of the Special Olympics as it became a life long Massachusetts defeated ers of North Texas by a score importantly our wives who passion for her. Golden State Quicksilver of of 1-0. The San Diego committed so much of their Cal North 2 to 1 for the first Celtics won their third time to our success. • Mrs. Murphy (Continued from Page 5) ever division title. In the straight Women’s Over-60 The 2010 Veterans Cup and lots of shops, restau- LaMattina treated volun- Men’s Over-50 division, Con- title the hard way by down- will again be held in Lan- rants, and free entertain- teers to a night out at necticut United defeated the ing Virginia Spirit of Metro caster, Massachusetts. The ment. Yuppies are finding Kelley’s Pub after the festivi- Golden State Oldies of Cal DC/Virginia on penalty event is tentatively sched- East Boston a nice place ties. LaMattina is running North, 2-0. kicks, 3-1, for a 1-0 victory. uled for July 13-18, 2010. to live, and the business for his second term as Coun- MPS of Massachusetts won The Veterans Cup was *David Thorne was in Wash- districts are flourishing. If cilor. He’s a native East two titles as their Over-30 founded by the United States ington D.C. with President people would only keep the Bostonian that has dedicated Men’s team defeated Inter- Adult Soccer Association in Obama as he was assigned streets cleaner it can be- himself to public service for national Toons of PA West 2- 1998 to provide the highest to the post of US ambassador come another Harvard many years. He has fought 0 and their Over-40 Men’s level of competition for play- to the Italian Republic and the Square! TAKE PRIDE IN to preserve East Boston and Premier team defeated ers that are 30 years older Republic of San Marino. YOUR CITY AND STOP has represented the people their Massachusetts rivals and above. Throughout the LITTERING! ... Eastie Pride well. I believe he has earned World Soccer International years the tournament has LEGAL NOTICE Day was a huge success! and deserves a second term 1-0. In another Massachu- been held in Bellingham, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Boston City Councilor Sal ... Till next time! setts derby, Belmont Mas- Washington, Nashua, New The Trial Court ters downed Concord United Hampshire, Beckley, West Probate and Family Court Department MIDDLESEX Division National Italian American Masters in overtime 1-0 to Virginia. Honolulu, Hawaii, Docket No. MI09D2881DR Taste of the claim the Men’s Over-45 and Wilmington, North Caro- Sports Hall of Fame DIVORCE SUMMONS North End division title. lina. 189 teams participated BY PUBLICATION New England Chapter, Inc. In the Women’s Over-30 in the Veterans Cup over OSWALDO SOARES O. FULANETTI, division, SEVWSA of Metro the past two years. Plaintiff 6th ANNUAL BOCCE TOURNAMENT vs. To raise funds for scholarships and the North End Community. DC/Virginia downed the Many thanks to Cezar MARCELLE EMILIA FULANETTI, Houston Challengers by a Wislocki-Wasecki, Mass Defendant Sunday, August 23, 2009 at 1 pm score of 1-0. San Francisco Soccer President, Julian To the above named Defendant: of Cal North defeated Vir- Dunlop, President of the A Complaint has been presented Langone Bocce Courts, Commercial Street (North End) to this Court by the Plaintiff, OSWALDO ginia OMB 5-0 for the New England Over-the-Hill SOARES O. FULANETTI, seeking a Yes, I would like to participate in the Bocce Tournament DIVORCE. which includes entry fee, tournament tee shirt, An automatic Restraining Order has been Joe Pace Cookout (includes steak tips, hamburgers, hot dogs, salad, cookies, watermelon) (Continued from Page 4) entered in this matter preventing you from Spadafora Slush. • An Uncertain Future taking any action which would negatively the problem will not work once enjoyed. She will be impact the current financial status of either Please indicate the number of: party. Please refer to the Supplemental Pro- and in the end exacerbates counted as employed de- TEAMS ______$100.00 per team (2 people per team) or $50.00 per player the situation by deepening spite the fact that her well bate Court Rule 411 for more information. You are required to serve upon Oswaldo Spectator and Dinner ______at $25.00 per person the debt that the nation now being has been seriously Soares O. Fulanetti - Plaintiff - whose address faces. compromised and her future is 155 Kennedy Drive, #12, Malden, MA PLAYER NAME ______PLAYER NAME ______Nancy, in order to survive will probably be bleaker 02149 your answer on or before Septem- ber 17, 2009. If you fail to do so, the Court Address ______in our weakened economy, than her past. Her plight will proceed to the hearing and the adjudi- City or Town ______in an economy that is is illustrative of a situation cation of this action. You are also required to not producing jobs, will prob- millions of Americans find file a copy of your answer in the Office of this Phone: ______Email: ______Court at CAMBRIDGE. Please circle shirt size S M L XL XXL ably have to settle for a themselves in, a plight that Witness, Hon. Peter C. DiGangi, Esquire, job far below her potential can only be solved when First Justice of said Court at CAMBRIDGE, Make Checks Payable to the NIASHF and mail to P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 at a salary that will sharply workers like Nancy are this 6, day of August, 2009. Tara E. DeCristofaro Contact Pam Modugno at 781-956-7441 diminish the modest but once again valued by Register of Probate Court for Credit Card Payment or information comfortable life style she management. Run date: 8/21/09 www.niashfne.org Page 16 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, AUGUST 21, 2009

HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB

CORNER TALK by Reinaldo Oliveira, Jr. by Richard Preiss

As the month of August lighted by a placement in the moves on towards Labor Day, national rankings during the let’s go back to campus a little campaign and a second con- early and see what has tran- secutive berth in the Hockey spired since commencement East Tournament. day back in the spring. Much like Parker, Bavis Over at Boston University, and Powers, Durocher has head coach Jack Parker will deep ties to his alma mater. be starting his 37th season He was co-captain of the 1978 behind the BU hockey bench, national championship team has announced a recruiting and later served a total of Jimmy Burchfield and class of seven freshmen play- 14 years as an assistant to 2008 Olympian Demetrius ers that will join the 19 re- Parker with the men’s team. “The Cape Verdean Assas- turning upperclassmen from LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES sin” Andrade. Protectors of our Constitution: Dick Flaherty, Paul Doyle, last year’s National Champi- — Both the BU and Boston Billy Pender, Bob Benoit! onship squad. College hockey programs will Malignaggi and Juan Diaz, That will just about fill the be the subject of a highly an- Jimmy Burchfield and for the Al Vega 88th Birthday duke it out. Then Roberto vacancies created when six ticipated video documentary CES gives to you Fights, in Celebration. This was Guerrero battles Malcolm senior players graduated and set to be released in Novem- New England. First on Sep- Hosted by Strictly Sinatra’s, Klassen, for the IBF junior two others left early for the ber. Entitled “The Battle of tember 4th at Twin Rivers Lin- Ron Della Chiesa. All I can lightweight title. On ESPN2, pros. Three of the incoming Comm. Ave — Boston Univer- coln Rhode Island, and on say, is “Wow!” What a great August 28th from Florida, players are from the far west sity vs. Boston College,” it will September 11th in Plymouth, time. Great entertainers; Al Juan Urango swaps fists — two from California and one be narrated by “Doc” Emrick, there’s “A Night to Remem- Vega Piano, Ted Casher Sax, with Randall Bailey, in an from British Columbia. the highly popular broad- ber!” Lace up your gloves. It’s Rick Klane Drums, Johnny IBF junior welterweight title In fact, none of the enter- caster of NHL games on NBC Time for Battle. On the 4th at Souza Trumpet, Dick John- fight. ing players are from New and Versus who was inducted Twin Rivers, “Irish” Joey son, Dave Zox Bass, David On September 19th, on HBO England and all are coming into the Hockey Hall of Fame McCreedy of Lowell at 10-3- Hale Guitar, Amanda Carr, PPV, from Las Vegas, Nevada from the ranks beyond high in 2008. 1, 5 KO’s, does battle with Cassandre McKinley, all per- Welterweights Floyd May- school hockey. That’s been a When Boston University Eddie “Thunder” Caminero formed magically on stage. weather Jr., and Juan trend of late in the top tier of made ice hockey a varsity 5-2, 5 KO’s of Lawrence. The Host: Ron Della Chiesa, Manuel Marquez fight. On schools in Division 1 hockey. sport in 1917 the first oppo- EBA Title possessed by Strictly Sinatra & Music the undercard Zab Judah Most of the players now enter nent for the Terriers was the McCreedy and the vacant America can be heard on and Matthew Hatton square a top college program from school just up the street — New England Title, will be the WPLM 99.1 FM Radio. “He’s off too. junior hockey, national team Boston College. BC won that Winners after 8-rounds. Great!” Thank you, Chris October 17th Showtime pre- hockey or after completing a initial encounter, starting a Then 2008 U.S. Olympian Sarno. sents from Germany Arthur year beyond high school at a rivalry that has continued for Demetrius “The Cape Ver- Jimmy Connors was Abraham and Jermain Tay- prep school. It’s really rare to over 90 years. The schools dean Assassin” Andrade at honored in New Bedford, at lor squaring off. Both are see a new player coming in feature two of the most highly 6-0, 5 KO’s of Providence, (Dave) Chadwick’s Awards. Super-middleweights. directly from a public or paro- successful coaches (Jack battles, TBA. He was placed onto their There’s more, on the 17th , chial high school program. Parker and Jerry York) and Former Football Star Wall of Fame. Jimmy is a from the United Kingdom. In other summer news have won the last two NCAA Vladine Biosse 2-0, 2 KO’s, great fighter that fought Carl Froch and Super- from the BU hockey program, championships — BC in 2008 also battles TBA. Light-wel- the tough foes of a Golden middleweight Andre Dirrell Parker announced that long- and BU in 2009. terweight Diego Pereira 4-0, Era. He fought the Great “Fight it Out” for the WBC time assistant Mike Bavis In production since Janu- 2 KO’s, and Cruiserweight Willie Pep, to a ten round Super-middleweight title. has been promoted to associ- ary, the work, will be released Jay Holland 3-0, 2 KO’s fight decision. He compiled a November 7th, HBO Chad ate head coach and that BU in a DVD format and later TBA, in separate battles. 29-8-1 record, against the Dawson and Glen Johnson, alumnus Buddy Powers will shown on New England Sports Then on September 11, We tough fighters of his era. light-heavyweights Touch rejoin the program as an as- Network (NESN). It will fea- Have “A Night To Remem- Also placed onto this wall was gloves, then Battle. sistant coach. All three men ture interviews with nearly ber!” at the Memorial Hall in RIP Andre McCoy who died On the 14th from Las Vegas are graduates of Catholic 50 players, coaches and ob- Plymouth. Former Title in a plane crash. Andre HBO PPV, presents to you Memorial High and Boston servers of both programs. Pro- holder Mike “Machine Gun” won a Silver medal at the Miguel Cotto and Manny University. duced in high definition by Oliver 21-2, 7 KO’s, Hartford Spartacade games, in the Pacquiao. Both will be swap- Bavis, a native of Roslin- Rival Films, it will also in- and Castulo Gonzalez 9-8, Soviet Union, in representa- ping welterweight punches. dale, played four years of clude archival footage, rare 3 KO’s of Lynn, give you tion of the U.S. “POW!!!!” hockey at BU, graduating in photos, classic radio calls by “A Night to Remember!” The Boxer Family! What is Watching TV. Sports- 1993. He signed on as an as- broadcasters and a number of Fittingly, in memory of a meant by “Boxer Family?” Science! Has World Light- sistant coach in 1998 and will previously untold stories. date, that will never be for- All who are associated heavyweight Champion be entering his 12th season IN MEMORIAM — Remem- gotten. This is their third with the sport of Boxing, in Chad Dawson, in compe- behind the BU bench. bering former Boston College fight. Another “WAR!” In one manner, shape or tition with a Western Powers, an experienced hockey captain Joe Cleary, other bouts Super-middle- form. The Boxer Family are Diamondback Rattlesnake. coached, played for the Terri- who died recently at the weight Mical Weisberg 3-0, retired and active fighters, Who strikes faster? Can ers from 1972-75 and was a age of 39. A defenseman, he 2 KO’s of Stoughton, takes on trainers, cornermen, pro- he strike as fast as the senior during Parker’s first played four seasons with the Frankie Reed. Bantam- moters, extreme fight fans, rattlesnake? Chad Dawson full season as head coach. A Eagles from 1988-1992, a weight Isander “Peachy” sponsors, spectators, sup- strikes at 30 feet per second Hyde Park native, Powers span that saw BC appear in Beauchamp 5-0-1, 2 KO’s porters, venues, vendors, (jab). The snakes strike went on to gain 22 years of three NCAA Tournaments steps out with “The Real Coo- media, writers, announcers, is 15 feet per second. The coaching experience at the and advance to the Frozen lie Bully” Elton Dharry. Also and all others associated result? The winner. Chad college level, including a com- Four in 1990. Cape Cod’s own former with Boxing! A family that Dawson strikes quicker. bined 14 seasons as the head HOCKEY WITHOUT THE ICE Golden-Glove Champions; covers a wide range of inter- He also throws a 26 flurry man at Bowling Green and — In that other form of Light-heavyweight Paul esting individuals. of punches, in 5 seconds. Rensselaer. He will be com- hockey — that would be field Gonsalves at 1-0, 1 KO, and Prayers, go out to Eddie Chad Dawson has talent. ing back to the active coach- hockey — Boston University Heavyweight Jesse Barboza Palladino from the Office of Chad’s closing remarks? ing ranks after recently serv- takes on defending national 1-0, 1 KO battle separate op- Massachusetts State Auditor “I told you, I was faster ing as the director of the Bowl- champion Maryland in the ponents. Marshfield’s welter- Joe DeNucci. Terry Nelson, than that snake.” Bob ing Green Ice Arena and as a BU home opener on August weight Artie Lopes makes lady friend of Jimmy Con- Trieger of Full Court Press, color analyst for local televi- 29 while Boston College has his professional debut. For nors, and Barbara Sarno, the is headed to Kazakhstan sion broadcasts in Ohio. its home opener on Septem- tickets to either one of these mother of Chris Sarno. Also for the Campillo-Shumenov DUROCHER GETS EXTEN- ber 4 against Quinnipiac. great shows, call CES at to my brother Sucra Ray WBA title fight. He’s great SION — There is also coach- Northeastern will open the (401) 724-2253/2254. We’ll Oliveira. All are recovering, at his work. Have a good ing news from the women’s season by hosting Syracuse see you at the fights!” from recent medical treat- safe trip. team where head coach on August 28 while Harvard’s Another great day in Bos- ment. Our prayers are with HAPPY BIRTHDAY’S TO Brian Durocher has been home opener comes against ton! Thank you Chris Sarno. you all. August 15th Leo Gerstel, given a three-year contract Bryant on September 12. On August 5, 2009, we first At the Falmouth Road 18th Roger “Pit” Perron, extension. Harvard’s “game of the year” went to Rino’s Place, in East Race. Iron Mike Pusateri, 19th Chic Rose, 22nd RIP The 1978 BU graduate, who comes early this season — Boston. A young lady named Granddaughter Erica, and Harold “Chubby” Gomes, & just completed his fourth September 19 at Yale. Barbara, that was seated eat- son Joe Pusateri. All ran this George Kreger Jr., 24th Luis season at the helm, is the Competition for all schools ing said. “The food here is race together in 79 minutes. Meader, 25th Gentlemen only coach in the history continues through October great!” Chef and owner Tony, They stood together in this Jim McNally, 28th Steve of women’s hockey at BU, with the various league is to be complimented on his race run by an estimated Memishian, 30th Massachu- having been named to the championships set for early fine establishment. Every- 10,000 additional runners. setts State Auditor Joe post when the program November — to be followed thing was great. The food, the Congratulations. They did DeNucci. “Keep your hands started in 2005. by the NCAA Tournament. service, and the patrons. very well. up, get back up when The Terriers compiled an The field hockey “Final Thank you for the great ser- UPCOMING FIGHTS knocked down, and fight 18-11-7 overall record for the Four” will be at Wake Forest vice, and menu. Then we August 22nd in Texas on back harder!” As Rocky said. 2008-2009 season (14-5-1 in University the weekend of went to Scullers Jazz Club, HBO, Lightweights Paulie “Yo Adrian!” I did it!” Hockey East) that was high- November 20-22.