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Extraordinary waterfront estate…This 50+/- acre estate is approached by a long, private lane that meanders through open meadows and pristine woodlands.The main residence is set on high with unparalleled views of the Westport River and the ocean. Over 7,000 s.f. of masterfully crafted space, state-of-the-art systems, two wonderful barns and over 800’ shorefront with dock. Contact WIll Milbury 508.525.5200.

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NONQUITT

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Spectacular five-bedroom, shingle style, year-round home on .92 acre in South Nonquitt. All Nonquitt amenities. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200.

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Buttonwood Park area. Charming cottage features 1313 s.f., with two bedrooms, two baths, finished rec room, second bath and laundry in lower level. Set on 6,534 s.f. landscaped lot. Contact Alice Petersen 508.965.6938.

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WESTPORT

625,000

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Charming four-bedroom, three-bath cape, including first floor master bedroom suite, located in highly desirable Westport Harbor with distant water views.

Close to Acoaxet Golf Club, beach…Contact Christine Burgess 617.429.2477

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WESTPORT POINT

1,050,000

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Distinguished, Circa 1853 Greek Revival in historic district, meticulously updated while preserving fine period details. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200.

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seen by the public, our team, which may include agents, architects and designers, will have invested a great deal of time and thought into preparing your home for its debut. This attention to detail combined with our unique approach and knowledge of the market, is why our properties consistently sell faster than other homes marketed by other agencies.

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05.18 12 IMPRESSIONS/MAIL BAG The launch of our third title in conjunction with the Volvo Ocean Race/Sail Newport; welcome 401 OCEAN STATE Magazine

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DORIS DUKE’S ROUGH POINT CELEBRATES ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY

40 CAKE WARS: A RECAP OF BRISTOL COMMUNITY COLLEGE’S CAKE SHOW & COMPETITION

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16 HOME & DÉCOR Looking for a vacation home? We found your dream house on the Farm Coast of Massachusetts

LOOKING FOR A VACATION HOME? WE FOUND YOUR DREAM HOUSE ON THE FARM COAST

20 Taunton-based Mechanics Cooperative Bank announces new mortgage program 24 Doris Duke would be proud; the 50th anniversary of Newport’s Rough Point 28 Boston’s AD20/21 puts on a spectacular event and draws guests from all of New England 22 IN THE NEWS Bristol County Savings Bank opens its doors at the New Bedford Seaport with an impressive restoration 30 STYLE Hipster or jet-setter, we have you covered for spring and summer fashion and accessories

24 ARTWEEK MAKES A SPLASH WITH MASS APPEAL

34 MUSIC All that’s jazz—The Montreal International Jazz Festival announces its Summer 2018 schedule 40 ART AFFAIRS ArtWeek makes a splash with MASS appeal 44 TRAVEL & ADVENTURE The Volvo Ocean Race sails into Newport Harbor for a lively and earth-conscious celebration 49 TABLE For the love of chocolate; Rhode Island’s Hearth House Museum hosts an impressive event 50 Find out who made the Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen produce list for 2018 52 Cake Wars: A recap of Bristol Community College’s Cake Show & Competition 54 INVESTING Taking stock in the stock market 56 INTIMACY Love and work don’t mix, learn when and where to resolve problems and when to have fun

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58 LIVING WELL The toxins around us: A story of multiple chemical sensitivity syndrome 60 ITINERARY The best list of events and short trips in New England

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y now, regular readers have come to realize that we are never satisfied with a job well done; instead, we push the envelope and strive to improve our communication vehicles, as well as add new features to our already, full-range of creative services.

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Keeping a watchful eye on cultural trends, an improved—but volatile economy, and monitoring what has turned out to be a colorful political climate allows us the ability to follow an uncharted path, one that is always new and invites everyone into the conversation.

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Over the last six months, discussions have taken place, and a plan has been developed to expand our reach to a new and substantial readership. We’ve continuously made

improvements to SOCO Magazine and New England Monthly, so that we may enhance your reading experience each month and prepare for this announcement.

Our efforts have finally culminated into the release of a new title; a magazine which is intended to meet the needs of the people who live, work, and play in Rhode Island—we’re proud to introduce 401 Ocean State Magazine as part of our family of publications.

This new project is exciting for us and valuable to readers wishing for a monthly magazine that will reflect their lives and the activities they enjoy in Rhode Island and beyond. The new magazine will also share content from our other periodicals which offer a “larger picture” of the world.

We hope you enjoy this new adventure, and of course, you’ll be able to find our new publication in print at hundreds of locations, as well as online, the same as our other magazines.

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he eminent and desirable South Coast of Massachusetts, with its pristine ocean, scenic outlooks— positioned along the coastline, and its rolling fields spreading across the countryside, remains the most enchanting locality for a person, couple, or family in search of a unique home. And whether it will serve as a primary residence or a luxurious summer retreat, it’s a place worth discovering.

This captivating home has just arrived on the market and is listed by Milbury & Company Real Estate of South Dartmouth.

Located on the Farm Coast, it is in one of the most desirable areas to live and is one that traverses the old boundaries of South Dartmouth and Westport, Massachusetts.

With an abundance of activities drawing both full-time and part-time residents to the region, the option of enjoying two seaside villages within easy reach makes it an ideal location to call home.

Our featured home was built in 2004, yet it remains timeless. It’s stunningly crisp white clapboard exterior and geometric architectural design reflects a façade reminiscent of classic Shaker lineage.

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Positioned near working agriculture, open fields, (which host equestrian and fox hunting events), and strikingly beautiful beaches, (both public and private), 600 Horseneck Road a property which could not be replicated even with the best intentions.

The estate rests between nearly 15 pastoral acres of meadows and a customdesigned grove of specimen plantings, Chinese Ginkgo trees, and swaying— low maintenance—Fescue grass.

The house is set back from the road and is accessible by a small-stone gravel drive.

As you approach, you’ll notice planked boardwalks extending from the guest parking area to the entrances offering a natural and rustic pathway.

Surrounding the 5,600 square foot contemporary home is a sense of calm, comfort and even intrigue—it feels so inviting.

The home is apportioned into four distinct components which allow each section to offer amenities that are unmatched by comparable properties. As you tour the inside, it becomes evident that while there is ample space for living and entertaining, each room is predicated on form and function and space is never wasted.

The fine amenities of this home are too numerous to list; however, those with grand expectations and a need for a sophisticated interior footprint will likely be impressed with the convenient flow and access between floors and rooms.

There is conspicuous attention to detail in the home’s design and an undeniable expectation for easy living which appears to have been a priority when the current owners built this dream estate.

The soft palette of whites and grays, concrete floors, unpainted walls—soft to the touch—and cathedral-style ceilings evoke a sense of living in a gallery; this experience allows for pure enjoyment of one’s art, artifacts, collectibles, and treasures.

The sizable kitchen has everything necessary to prepare the most splendid gourmet meals, and with French doors that swing open to expose the adjacent field for added ambiance, it’s easy to see that little can be done to improve this one-of-a-kind home.

The breathtaking banquet-sized dining room is every host’s dream, while the wall

of glass doors in the spacious dual living rooms allows the outside to join with the home’s interior space and provide natural illumination up to the second-level open balcony.

This unbelievable property will soon be the prize for someone who thinks outside the box and requires a living space that can become part of that concept. H This picture-perfect home at 600 Horseneck Road is offered to a discriminating buyer for $2,450,000.

For additional information or to arrange a private showing, contact Will Milbury at Milbury & Company Real Estate, 508-997-7400 or visit milburyre.com

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Mechanics Cooperative Bank Helps Homebuyers with Special Program Incentives Homeownership is key to building a strong community and helps to create financial stability—and these programs are a critical component to ensuring that the path to homeownership is attainable and affordable Joseph T. Baptista, Jr. President, & CEO, Mechanics Cooperative Bank

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echanics Cooperative Bank has been selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s, (FHLB), Equity Builder Program, which assists homebuyers with down-payment and closing costs, as well as counseling and rehabilitation assistance.

FHLB is a cooperatively-owned wholesale bank for housing finance in the six New England states. Its mission is to provide highly reliable wholesale funding and liquidity to its member financial institutions in New England.

The bank also develops and delivers competitively-priced financial products, services, and expertise that support housing finance, community development, and economic growth, including programs targeted to lower-income households.

As a member of this program, which offers $3.1 million to financial institutions to assist

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households at or below 80 percent of their areas median income, potential borrowers are eligible to receive up to $11,000 in assistance on a first-come, first-serve basis. Those who apply will need to complete a homebuyer counseling program that will aid them in the acquisition of a new home.

In a recent statement, Joseph T. Baptista, Jr., President, and CEO of Mechanics Cooperative Bank said, “We are very excited to be able to offer this program aimed at assisting our residents with qualified home purchases. Homeownership is key to building a strong community and helps to create financial stability—and these programs are a critical component to ensuring that the path to homeownership is attainable and affordable.”

Mechanics Cooperative Bank is eligible to receive up to $110,000 in 2018 through the Equity Builder Program (EBP), depending

on the availability of funds. Since 2003, the EBP has awarded more than $35 million in funding and assisted 3,150 income-eligible households in purchasing homes.

To obtain more information or to apply, please contact Steve Borgerson at 1-888-MECHANICS (632-4264).

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THE INTERIOR OF THE BRANCH RETAINS THE UNIQUE FEATURES OF THE HISTORIC CANDLEWORKS BUILDING WHILE EVOKING THE RICH MARITIME HISTORY OF NEW BEDFORD.

NEW BEDFORD SEAPORT WELCOMES BRISTOL COUNTY SAVINGS BANK TO A NEW HOME

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he Candleworks building, circa 1810, located across from the New Bedford Harbor, is now home to Bristol County Savings Bank (BCSB), which was founded in 1846.

One of three locations in New Bedford, this newly opened branch is the gem in its collection.

The building, which housed a factory that made candles from whale oil, has been transformed into bank offices atop a restaurant that has also opened recently.

This new location has already begun to play an important role in New Bedford’s renaissance.

Housed at 70 North Water Street, alongside the cobblestones where whalers

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and sailors walked the history-worn streets—to and from the sea—the newly renovated offices are best described as works of art by any and all measurements.

Sensitive to the importance and provenance of the building, extensive planning and meticulous efforts have been dedicated to blending modern and efficient conveniences into the original structure and its impressive interior.

Working with the architectural firm studio2sustain of New Bedford, and builder A.P. Whitaker & Sons of West Bridgewater, BCSB has ensured that every element used to create an atmosphere of historic proportion reflects on a proud past, and provides a period experience for visitors.

Explaining the success of completing the extensive renovation of the building’s interior, Patrick Murray, President & CEO of Bristol County Savings Bank, commented that every employee is committed to improving their customer’s banking experience. Also, this branch, like their others, places a priority on convenience combined with state-of-the-art technology.

Exemplifying the pride of BCSB, Murray said that “...We encourage everyone to stop by, say ‘hello’ and take a look around as we think you will be as proud as we are with the end result.”

Outside of the building, adjacent to a remodeled Route 18, the public will find

a drive-up area, (which is befitting its surroundings) offering modern banking services, such as interactive teller machines that can connect to live tellers who are available before and after regular branch hours.

Branch manager, Nancy Cabral, is also proud to be associated with the new location, evident by her enthusiasm when she said, “We are so excited to open our doors and further strengthen our connections in the downtown community.” But beyond the corporate statement, nothing compares to the

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With open arms, Cabral welcomes the inquisitive and offers tours and an explanation as to how traditional banking is changing. She points out details that will assist customers in getting the most from their visits and talks about how the bank has respect for the past, which is why they preserved the building.

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Doris Duke’s Rough Point Celebrates with Finesse

BY STEVEN CHAN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LUCKI SCHOTZ

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he Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF), marks its 50th anniversary with two special exhibitions; Designing for Doris: David Webb Jewelry and Newport’s Architectural Gems, and To Preserve and Restore: Newport Restoration at 50.

The two programs—running simultaneously—a first for the organization, will be open to the public during their regular season; until November 11, 2018.

Designing for Doris is a collaboration between the NRF and jewelry designer David Webb of New York.

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Known for the artistry he provided Doris Duke and other legends such as Elizabeth Taylor, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Barbara Streisand, his hand-crafted jewels

often included animal or whimsical inspired bespoke originals. While his popularity grew during the late 40’s—and continuing until his untimely death in 1975, the business bearing his name still reigns.

In addition to the brilliant displays of Webb’s work found inside the “jewelry box gallery,” images of Duke, accompanied by archival materials and architectural plans, demonstrate the heiress’s depth of understanding art, design, and preservation.

Complementing this important collection is a look back at Duke’s love of community.

Under the umbrella of saving the past for future generations, her efforts, and insight— decades ahead of her time—was responsible

for the protection of over 80 buildings in the town.

To gain insight into her passion, you’ll need to answer these three questions posed by the foundation; what did Newport look like in 1968, (and why was there a need for NRF), who were the people who made it happen, and how did the work of NRF change over time?

By learning what motivated Duke, and those who continue with her legacy, you begin to understand the mission and importance of the foundation and its members.

As you tour the palatial compound, you can’t help but to contemplate Duke’s intuition and her vision for the future; visitors become acquainted with her

larger-than-life personality. You’ll also become enchanted with the altruistic and philanthropic endeavors Duke pursued throughout her life.

Guests will be elated to learn how she viewed the future of Newport and that she was determined to maintain its significance and heritage long after her residency.

The Newport Restoration Foundation is in full swing to celebrate its 50th anniversary and highlight the people, and inspiration that has made Newport a top destination for the traveling public worldwide. H Visit NewportRestoration.org or call (401) 847-8344 for more information.

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AD20/21 HITS HOME WITH A

SUCCESSFUL PRESENTATION OF STYLE & TASTE

TANIYA NAYAK MODERATES A PANEL DISCUSSION WITH PETER FEINMANN; MICHELE KELLY, SENIOR DESIGNER AT VENEGAS AND COMPANY; AND JULIE LYONS, SENIOR DESIGNER AT ROOMSCAPES CABINETRY & DESIGN CENTER

BY STEVEN CHAN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LUCKI SCHOTZ

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egardless of how many times you’ve experienced the AD20/21 Home & Boston Print Fair, the new show always seems to be more successful than their previous events.

Produced by Fusco & Four Ventures of Boston, the title of the curated show can be a little misleading because it’s much more than the name indicates.

The annual celebration of style and design, brought together a long list of specialty programs and guests, offering a wide range of exhibitors, plus an impressive group of industry professionals and partners from New England and beyond.

Boasting award-winning artists, cuttingedge designers, and a vast array of products, AD20/21 blended all aspects of living into a comfortable and relaxed venue.

We noticed everything from energy efficient Anderson windows to the most comfortable top-of-the-line mattress manufacturer, Duxiana.

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isfying the needs for new concepts in design.

But, the show also had added-value for those in search for more than basic home necessities; many attendees discovered services, products, and art to enhance their plans for a remodeling project or a simple reviving of an interior.

In an unusual and dramatic presentation, specialty house, From Here to Antiquity, displayed a significant artifact; a stone Guardian Khmer Lion, (circa 1200 AD) which brought praise and appreciation from the crowd.

Then there were those looking for a more modern/contemporary style. We noticed a group congregating around a high-end suite of luxurious furniture, presented by MOD20.

It was an impressive display, and in speaking with the owners, it quickly became evident that their knowledge of their furniture was authentic.

Surrounded by a circular gallery of original art, custom furniture, prints, and architecture, the setting of Cyclorama, (in Boston’s South End), was the perfect location for the Gala preview held on April 12.

Impressed by its elegance, those in attendance also enjoyed an evening filled with music, light hors-d’oeuvres, and beverages. Guests wandered and spoke with over forty experts willing to share their secrets concerning home improvement and interior enhancements.

A highlight of this past April’s show was when Maurice N. Finegold, FAIA was presented with the 11th Annual Lifetime Achievement award, by Tony Fusco at the Thursday evening Gala.

Then, the following day, approximately one-hundred interior designers enjoyed a delicious lunch followed by an invigorating panel discussion—moderated by TV personality and internationally known designer, Taniya Nayak.

In all, the combination of exhibitors, booksignings, talks, and meet & greets, resulted in AD20/21-being able to—once again—dazzle the industry and the public with best in programming when it comes to art, home décor and the promotion of allied professions. H

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style

STEPPING UP & OUT

BY MARGOT ROBERTS

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ith a cool spring and an undetermined early summer season quickly approaching, street-wise looks with accessories that keep the chill at bay are center stage. Leather jackets, heavy boots, as well as feminine heels and blazers will all have their place and space this season.

Hipster or jet-setter, it’s about fashion that can transform a feeling into a style.

Standing out of the crowd takes more than a haircut and color; bold, sassy even sophisticated is an attention grabber when pulled together using textures and materials that complement and not “match.”

Our look this month is from the International fashion house, Marc Cain; the company was founded in 1973 by Helmut Schlotterer. Today Marc Cain is a global premium brand for women’s fashion, bags and, accessories. The company owns 221 Marc Cain Stores, and 311 Shop-in-Stores, and retail locations in 59 countries.

We’ve pulled from shoots on the streets of New York, London, Milan and Paris for this month’s book. We hope to provide inspiration for those looking to lead and not follow. H

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MARIANNA ELISEEVA IN A LOOK FROM MARC CAIN IS SEEN DURING MILAN FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2018

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o-founder and vice president of L´ Équipe Spectra, Festival International de Jazz de Montréal, André Ménard, held court with dozens of leading media companies and personalities at restaurant and function facility Catalyst in Cambridge, Massachusetts on Wednesday, April 4, 2018.

The purpose of Ménard’s visit to the U.S. was to announce the opening of the Montreal International Jazz Festival and introduce a killer line-up of music legends that—up until this release—has been confidential.

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Known for featuring some of the best musical entertainment at an international venue, the Montreal International Jazz Festival has featured artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, and Leonard Cohen, just to name a few of the powerhouses that have graced its stages.

Looking around the press conference, one couldn’t help but notice many familiar names and faces found (or heard) within the genre of jazz. Accompanying them were representatives of the media who consistently bring the sweet sounds of music (and announcements of events) to a large New England audience From Ménard’s presentation, it looks like this year will prove to be bigger and more exciting than previous celebrations when performers like Seal, George Thorogood and

the Destroyers, Herbie Hancock, and Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull shine under the lights.

Other fabulous acts we look forward to catching include Béla Fleck and the Flecktones, Boz Scaggs, Bobbie McFerrin, Molly Johnson, GoGo Penguin, Snarky Puppy, and dozens of other remarkable players.

For those looking for a summer vacation which includes travel, sightseeing and a flair for French spirit and cuisine, look no further; you’ll find excitement and satisfaction at one of the world’s leading jazz festivals a short distance from home. H This year’s event kicks off on June 28 and runs through July 7. For more information, visit MontrealJazzFest.com/en-CA. (To avoid travel issues into Canada, be sure you have the new ID license or a current passport required for international travel).

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e hope to find the answer to this perplexing question when ArtWeek opens across Massachusetts with a ten-day event, encompassing one-thousand venues, held in over 70 cities and towns, and supported by nearly $2.5 million of in-kind media advertising and editorial support.

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ther than this small feat, the organization, and its partners intend to entice hundreds of thousands of people to get up, get out, and take the opportunity to explore and create.

The concept of a state-wide festival designed to celebrate the arts has its roots traced back to a wall found in Spain some 64,000 years ago. It was here, a Neanderthal raised their hand and painted three red symbols; it was a conscious and intentional act of expression—perhaps the first on the planet.

From this effort to create and communicate, humans continued to act upon emotional experiences, and the genesis of human-kind sharing their interpretation of the world with each other flourished.

Having such knowledge, how could we not be curious or hesitate to enjoy a gift that is held in everyone’s heart?

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SOME HISTORY: Presented by Highland Street Foundation, (that’s a story of its own), and produced by the Boch Center in Boston, ArtWeek has become an annual event that encourages innovative, unique, and creative expression, all of which is hands-on, interactive, or offers behind-the-scenes access to artists or the creative process.

The excitement began in 2013 when the Boch group made plans to improve the connection between communities and the “creative economy,” principally within Boston proper and its historic theaters.

Then, in May 2017, the group announced that ArtWeek was to expand–statewide– and launched a new identity package and a partnership with the Mass Cultural Council and the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism. Because of this alliance, regional hubs developed and expanded ArtWeek’s message beyond the city’s limits.

Today, ArtWeek’s concept of building massive cultural experiences is more than an idea; it is a champion to the countless galleries, theaters, studios, businesses, and other entities that come together to unify the all-encompassing concept of what art is all about.

READY, SET, GO! Beginning April 27 and running until May 6, 2018, there will be locations ready to welcome you to paint, act, sing, and laugh. From learning Greek dancing to becoming a Lego master, ArtWeek has a place where you can apply yourself.

This year’s six region festival, includes Greater Boston, the Cape & Islands, South of Boston (South Shore & SouthCoast), North of Boston, Central, and Western Massachusetts, has a full agenda of free programming, with up to 90 percent of events either free or with a fee of less than $25.

The nexus of the festival and the communities that host them can be compared to the lacing together of regions and people. By incorporating their experiences and turning them into cooperative enterprises, those who participate will enjoy a new and inspiring method of living, learning, and sharing.

The adventure begins with you—yes, you. There’s a little work to do to jump-start the excitement, but it’s easy.

First, visit artweekma.org and click on the event calendar. Here, you’ll begin to explore the most comprehensive listings of events, instructions, and entertainment you could ever hope to enjoy.

Site events include lofts, kitchens, offices, historic sites, libraries, hotels, restaurants, schools, theaters, and even a few bars—an added attraction for the very adventurous!

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adventure

RACING THE WORLD’S SEAS TOWARD

BY NATALIE MILLER

VOLVO OCEAN RACE TO STOP IN NEWPORT few hundred or so miles off the coast of southeast Brazil, nearly 100 men and women are racing toward their dream —sailing 45,000 nautical miles around the world.

Sailors from all over the globe train for years, even decades, to try to win the storied Volvo Ocean Race, which takes crew members across four oceans, six continents, and 12 landmark host cities in an eight-month, legby-leg, all-out, around-the-clock ocean marathon through the world’s toughest waters.

In the end, the crew with the most points— which are earned throughout the race, wins; the best total elapsed time overall and other bonus points along the way win; this is a recognition that is commended not with prize money or trophies but with the prestige of the achievement.

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LEG 7 FROM AUCKLAND TO ITAJAI, DAY 18 ON BOARD TURN THE TIDE ON PLASTIC, BIANCA COOK APRIL 3, 2018 PHOTO: SAM GREENFIELD/ VOLVO OCEAN RACE

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Sailors from all over the globe train for years, even decades, to try to win the storied Volvo Ocean Race, which takes crew members across four oceans, six continents, and 12 landmark host cities in an eightmonth, leg-by-leg, all-out, around-theclock ocean marathon through the world’s toughest waters.

Hailed as one of the greatest challenges in professional sports, the Volvo Ocean Race began in 1973 and is held once every three years.

This year, seven crews took off from Alicante, Spain, on October 22, 2017, with the hopes of making it through 11 legs of the global journey to finish in The Hague, the Netherlands, in June 2018.

Over 12,000 nautical miles of the trek will take place in the Southern Ocean, a hostile, freezing environment renowned for boat-breaking storms.

The original inspiration for the race was the pure adventure of high-speed sailing around the world, explains Rob Penner, U.S. media manager for the Volvo Ocean Race, likening the event to Nascar and Formula 1. The participants are driven, by personal passion and a great love of sailing, to prove they are the fastest sailors in the world.

STOPOVER IN RACE VILLAGE, NEWPORT, IN-PORT RACE 2014-15 PHOTO: AINHOA SANCHEZ /VOLVO OCEAN RACE

It’s a risky and challenging undertaking, and unfortunately, this year has proven to be a stark reminder of the dangers of this coveted pursuit. On March 26, Team Sun Hung Kai/Scallywag lost a crew member to the Southern Ocean during Leg 7 of the race, from Auckland, New Zealand, to Itajaí, Brazil. The boat was approximately 1,400 nautical miles west of Cape Horn when British crew member John Fisher went overboard. A search was launched, but the sailor was not recovered.

“We are devastated, and our thoughts are with John’s family, friends, and teammates,” Volvo Ocean Race President Richard Brisius said in a press release the morning after the indecent. “This is heartbreaking for all of us. As sailors and race organizers, losing a crew member at sea is a tragedy that we don’t ever want to contemplate.”

The conditions were challenging with cold temperatures, big waves, and high winds, according to the release. The crew withdrew

LEG 7 FROM AUCKLAND TO ITAJAI, DAY 14 ON BOARD BRUNEL, MARCH 31, 2018 PHOTO: YANN RIOU/VOLVO OCEAN RACE

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from Leg 7 and was assessing their next move. It was the first race fatality since 2006 when Hans Horrevoets went overboard (also during Leg 7 of the race).

Always following an easterly route, the race starts in Europe then heads to Cape Town and onto Australia. The race concludes with a few short legs in Europe to reignite the excitement before the end.

Host ports serve as a pit stop for sailors to get off the water and tend to their boats.

After two to three weeks on the water, pushing the boats so hard at such high speeds, they need a break, and the crew needs to reload food and supplies, says Penner.

Over time the interest and spectacle of these stopovers have grown, he says, giving the competition more of a big event feel.

The only American host city is Newport, Rhode Island, which also hosted a leg of the race in May 2015 to a record-breaking crowd of over 130,000.

In the U.S., sailing is still a niche sport, and previous stopovers in Boston and Miami were disappointing, says Penner. But with Newport’s maritime, heritage organizers were hopeful the destination city would be a success in 2015.

“It takes over the city. Anywhere you go within Newport’s boundaries, you know the race is there,” said Penner.

NEWPORT SET TO WELCOME SAILORS Brad Read, Executive Director of Sail Newport, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to bringing sailing to the masses, is thrilled to be welcoming the Volvo Ocean Race back to Newport. Read, his team and the entire city and state of Rhode Island rallied together in 2015 to pull off an extraordinarily successful stopover, and they are working this year to do it again.

“We knew Volvo was used to big cities and USA stopovers always get lost,” he said, crediting the Baltimore stopover during the 2005-06 Volvo Ocean Race as the only American stopover that was able to rise to the occasion. “The race is used to big operations, but I knew what a boutique stopover could do.”

It was incredibly special, he recalled.

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LEG 7 FROM AUCKLAND TO ITAJAI, DAY 4 ON BOARD DONGFENG. MARCH 19, 2018.

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The only American host city is Newport, Rhode island, which also hosted a leg of the race in May 2015 to a record-breaking crowd of over 130,000. navel captains, pirates, and now the Volvo OceanRace. It’s important to welcome these men and women to port. We take it seriously. And we are proud to welcome them to safe harbor.”

This year, the stopover will be held from May 9, when the boats start to arrive at the port. On May 20 the vessels will set off on Leg 9 to Cardiff, Wales. This launch is the last of the long legs, 3,300 nautical miles crossing from Newport to Wales before completing the shorter European legs to end the competition. It’s also the final double-points leg of the race.

The stopover highlights the race yachts themselves, which passersby can see up close, and it also features sailing. Throughout the week, there will be opportunities for the public to get out on the water, as well as chances to watch pro sailing. From the MetLife Veterans Regatta to ProAm and

ROOTING FOR THE HOME TEAM This year, not only is there an American team in the race, but two of the members are from Rhode Island, including the skipper, Charlie Enright, who is on his second run in the Volvo Ocean Race, returning after debuting as skipper of Team Alvimedica in 2014-15.

Enright is leading Team Vestas 11th Hour alongside fellow Rhode Islander Nick Dana, who was also a crew member of Team Alvimedica 2014-15, as well as working for two other Volvo races prior as shore crew and onboard reporter.

Team Vestas has had a difficult race so far. Coming into Hong Kong, the team hit a fishing boat and had to pull out of that leg, receiving no points. Then, in late March, its boat dismasted during Leg 7 of the race.

“We were sailing in 30 knots in a moderate sea state, nothing more extreme than we had been facing in the Southern Ocean just a few days prior when it was 50 knots and 6-meter seas,” said Dana. “However, there was an equipment failure, and the entire mast came down. It goes to show this race is always about overcoming challenges. Luckily for us, everyone was safe, and we were only 100 miles from the Falklands so we could motor there.”

This year, Dana and his team are working with a new crew and he says sailing into his hometown of Newport will be special.

“Volvo has opened it up for mixed crews, so we have some female sailors on board, which is great to see our sport progressing,” he explained. “We also have much more of a focus on the health of our oceans. When I am thousands of miles offshore and seeing debris, it is sad, and we need to do something about it. We are trying to leave a bigger legacy with this campaign.” H

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Deep Desires Sweet Love

BY STEVEN CHAN PHOTOGRAPH BY LUCKI SCHOTZ

ou may recall last month we published a feature entitled, A Tale of Love and Lottery. It was a historical account of the Hearthside House Museum located in Lincoln, Rhode Island.

Fascinated by what we learned, but still curious, we sent staffers to visit the home and attend an event called Legendary Love—A Luxurious Evening of Chocolate & Wine at the House Love Built.

The enticement of pairing nontraditional chocolate recipes and curated beverages had brought a full house of guests—22 in all, on the evening of April 4.

A reception was held, in what may have been the library or dining room at some point in history, where an enticing fountain of sweet molten riches was paired with cake and fruit. Once introductions were completed, the group made its way to the music room.

The tastefully decorated space was filled with tables dressed with flowers by Lincoln Gardens, with women wearing period clothing which set the mood for the evening and enhanced the experience of visiting the Victorian era home.

We began with two main dishes; chocolate chili, and the other, a spare rib with barbeque sauce, which had a touch of chocolate as an ingredient. Paired with these small plates, guests enjoyed a taste of Cooper & Thief Bourbon Barrel Red Blend, and a Kung Fu Girl Riesling, respectively.

These tastings were followed by four specially chosen artisan chocolate treats, created by Aura Fajardo, owner and award-winning confectioner of Aura’s Chocolate Bar, located in Providence, Rhode Island.

Beverage pairings were provided by Paul’s Fine Wine & Spirits, of Cumberland, Rhode Island, along with Horizon Beverage, of West Greenwich, Rhode Island.

After an informative question and answer session with Fajardo, guests experienced a multitude of tastes which included; sweet, spice, citrus, maple, coffee, lavender, and salt. Each morsel with its specialized flavor lingered only long enough to be mixed with a matched libation. The result was a memorable finish on the palate, with everyone secretly wishing for more.

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EAT YOUR FRUITS AND VEGETABLES BUT WITH CAUTION

BY JAMES HOLDEN

STRAWBERRIES

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Welcome to our annual reporting on the Environmental Workers Group, (EWG), and their findings on what they determine to be, (based on government research), the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen for 2018.

Since last year there have been some improvements, change to ranking, and a few surprises along the way, so be sure to study up and prepare for your next shopping trip.

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We all want the freshest, brightestcolored, and sweetest produce possible. With becoming a more health-conscious society, we prefer to nosh on fresh garden fruits and vegetables, eliminate process foods, reduce red meat consumption; eat less sugar, (found in nearly every edible product), and avoid those artery-clogging fats we all love.

However, when it comes to healthy living, often it’s what you can’t see that may be perilous to your physical well-being.

Through advancements in chemistry and analysis, scientists continue to learn how industrial waste, human-made contaminants, and pesticides find their way into our food and water supplies. According to the EWG, “The United States Department of Agriculture, (USDA), found that nearly 70 percent of conventionally grown produce was contaminated with pesticide residue.”

Yuk! Apart from the thought of eating bug spray with each meal, we need to contemplate how these by-products are absorbed into our bodies and what they are doing to unborn children.

It is well known that pesticides are suspect to cause an array of fertility issues in both men and women. Besides decreasing sperm counts in men, it has been estimated that women—with higher levels of pesticides found in their bodies—will be nearly 23 percent more likely to have a problem getting pregnant.

Studies show that although you may wash, scrub-rub and peel produce, those that are not organically grown still retain a significant amount of concealed pesticides.

Another nagging detail to consider is whether your food is grown from Genetically Modified Organisms, (GMOs), also known as genetically engineered crops. This franken-food is found in food-stuffs we unwittingly consume almost daily. Corn syrup, corn oil, and soy products are the main culprits, but consumers also need to be on the watch for seemingly healthy items such as some varieties of squashes and sweet corn. Even the Hawaiian papaya in that bag of trail mix you munch could be contaminated by modified crops.

Keep in mind—and feel free to argue with anyone who challenges the purchase of organic produce—that children who had

been exposed to organophosphates have shown levels of the chemical—in high enough concentrations—for researchers to conclude that subtle, but lasting changes had taken place in their brains and nervous systems.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concluded that individuals who were exposed to both organophosphate and pyrethroid (contaminates of pesticides), were often found to be diagnosed with attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder; also referred to as ADHD. Of course, going completely organic is not cheap.

Using the list to the right as a guide when shopping should help you make better choices in selecting fruits and vegetables with the least contamination. One option is to buy conventional produce from the Clean Fifteen group, then revert to buying organically grown produce when choosing from the Dirty Dozen list.

It is important to stock up on fresh products and minimally processed staples; if the label has a long list of ingredients you can’t pronounce or have never heard of, then its wise to move on to another aisle.

Items we tend to favor the most are usually found at the top of the list; strawberries, apples, and grapes—but this is due to their thin skins. Remember while shopping: the thicker the outside, the cleaner the inside. H

The Dirty Dozen: Containing the highest levels of pesticide contamination 1. Strawberries 7. Cherries 2. Spinach 8 Pears 3. Nectarines 9. Tomatoes 4. Apples 10. Potatoes 5 Grapes 11. Celery 6. Peaches 12. Hot & Bell Peppers

This list contains fruits and vegetables that are found to have fewer pesticides.

Clean Fifteen 1. Avocados 2. *Sweet Corn (caution) 9. Mangos 3. *Pineapples (caution) 10. Eggplants 11. Honeydews 4. Cabbages 12. Kiwis 5. Onions 13. Cantaloupes 6. Frozen Sweet Peas 14. Cauliflowers 7. *Papayas (caution) 15. Broccoli 8. Asparagus *may be of the GMO variety Full Disclosure: A few days before our press date, we learned of an opposing article entitled “The Inconvenient Truth About The Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen List,” written by Steven Savage. In the piece, the author questions the validity of the information put forth by the EWG, and remarks that organic produce also has trace elements of pesticide residue. Unable to confirm or deny the reliability of the author’s claims, we encourage our readers to obtain as much information regarding the subject before making purchases and to consider those products which fit into their budget, lifestyle, and health concerns.

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Through the combination of concept and strategy plus milk, eggs, and lots of sugar, many of the artists found success.

This annual program provides a showcase where pastry chefs, cake decorators, sugar artists, baking hobbyists, and those with a sweet-tooth can celebrate, educate themselves, and become inspired.

According to a campus spokesperson, the annual BCC Cake Show and Competition is the premier cake event in the New England Region.

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Since 2007, this time-honored event has become increasingly popular with friends, family, and a curious public. Hundreds of admirers of all ages descend on the multiple displays set up on rows of tables that allowed close inspection of the creations.

The event has grown over the years; and had a vendor and demonstration section, as well as a marketplace, which allowed for tastings.

Because of this expansion, the school decided to move the competition to the Silver City Galleria to accommodate the large crowds.

This year’s culinary celebrities and master cake artists included Toba Garrett, Nicholas Lodge, Linkie Marais, and Lisa Raffael.

The baking and design contest is organized and hosted by the BCC Culinary Arts Program and serves as a fundraiser for SkillsUSA, an educational organization that supports career and technical education.

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here are two rules to follow when it comes to successful investing: First, buy the best companies (their stocks) that you can afford, but don’t be influenced by the noise and hype from the “experts.” Next, hold on to them and resist watching their growth or decline as a parent of a newborn child.

If these words sound familiar—well, they should. This knowledge is funded by decades of experience from the legendary “Oracle of Omaha,” Warren Buffett.

Buffet is one of the wealthiest men in the world and has followed a simple formula; invest in companies that show potential for growth and prosperity—then be patient.

Buffett’s theory was proven when he made a 10-year bet, using an S&P 500 index fund, as an investment tool, when he challenged a group of hedge fund managers to an investment contest.

According to Buffett, his initial investment, over the decade, returned 125.8 percent— about 8.5 annually; this included the meltdown of the market in 2008. As for the hedge fund managers, they brought in profits from a mere 2.8 percent yield to a pale 87 percent or

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0.3 to 6.5 percent return on a yearly basis.

Some may argue that the difference between Buffett’s profits and the stockpickers where only slight, but by the time you finished paying fees for the right to ride the rollercoaster with these advisors, you’d end up in even worse shape.

Unfortunately, in today’s volatile and reactionary stock market, we see the same ill-advised behavior among novice investors who repeatedly buy high and sell low. This combination is a losing strategy when it comes to investing. Having the stomach for swings and losses helps, but it’s for this reason Buffett recommends new traders to stop watching the market each day.

Investing is different than buying and selling stocks. Recently, I spoke to a gentleman who didn’t have much interest or knowledge about the market when he made his first investment 30 years ago.

He told me that he had come into some money—about $11,000—and put it into two mutual funds known for their superior growth potential.

When he showed me his statement, accompanied by a beaming smile, he said modestly, “I’ve done okay.” I looked at the

report with surprise; this man’s original investment had grown to $165,000 over three decades and is still climbing.

I asked, “Did you put any additional funds into this?” His answer was no.

The lesson learned is that slow and steady growth over the years works brilliantly for those who have a long-term outlook on their investments.

Many believe that investment riches are beyond their grasp, and because of this misnomer, they never begin to create wealth.

Often, they live beyond their means, while searching for “get-rich schemes” or listen to hucksters for financial advice; “The next Amazon stock is about to break wide open!”

With somewhere around $90 billion, Buffett is an outlier. But, even after his worst investment, purchasing a mill called Berkshire Hathaway in New Bedford, Massachusetts, he was still able to recover by doing what he tells others, “Buy and hold.”

Often, those who appear rich and powerful are spending every penny they earn—much like rock stars, while the quiet and patient investor leads the pack in wealth creation under a shroud of humility and patience. H

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n most homes, food is kept safely apart from cleaning products. If they mix, the food could become contaminated, and sickness may result.

Similarly, in love relationships, it is best to keep times of loving and playfulness separate from the tension of problem-solving; the potential for conflict, hurtfulness and toxic emotion is high.

In a satisfying relationship, these two positives are balanced: the harmony that comes from resolved problems and the strengthened bond that comes from times of fun, enjoyment, and love. One is dependent upon the other. If relaxed, togetherness occurs, and a strong relationship connection will be maintained.

From this, goodwill is generated, which supports constructive teamwork. If problems are regularly solved, the resulting positive attitude allows for the longevity of a loving, romantic connection.

It’s easier to develop problems rather than to have an overabundance of great times together. To keep a positive and loving connection, it’s important that partners spend enough relaxing, enjoyable and fun times together. Weekly date night or an occasional weekend away can be just what the doctor ordered to restore connection and balance.

The risks are clear; if one of the above is not achieved, the imbalance will imperil the other. Frustration and resentment will grow, the depth of connections will become shallow, and if not corrected, will break.

Taking time to relax isn’t necessarily an antidote as tense and closed-off partners have difficulty re-connecting. Likewise, if a couple includes too little fun in their relationship, a malnourished connection generates irritability and impatience. Such an environment erodes a couple’s teamwork capability necessary to solve problems.

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Regular “quality” time together nourishes the loving connection.

Doing something exciting, new, and different is helpful. While couples who often socialize with other couples may enjoy the interaction, nothing replaces one-on-one time.

An important rule to consider in keeping the relationship “food” and “cleaning products” apart is no talking about problems when relaxing and having fun together.

Busy and stressed couples often burdened with many demands of jobs and children have few opportunities to receive each other’s full attention. It is, therefore, tempting in a rare moment of togetherness to mention a problem while hoping for a quick solution.

Too often, enjoyable moments are destroyed by a sudden increase in tension and a provoked, unintended conflict. When relaxing together, it is the wrong time to try problem-solving.

Deliberate and planned problem-solving discussions are protective, especially if they happen regularly. A benefit is that problems may be solved when still in their infancy; others may be eliminated preventively. If the time is chosen for difficulties to be aired, the temptation to discuss them at damaging moments is reduced. Well-corralled conflict will not wander into the garden of love and trample on the flowers. The number of active issues will be fewer if they are routinely resolved.

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WHEN YOU CAN’T TOLERATE YOUR ENVIRONMENT As told by John Litweiler, Kay McCarty’s symptoms were varied and unpredictable.

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t times, the Chicago South Side resident would experience minor irritations such as a prickly scalp, throbbing body, chills, indigestion, and headache. At other times, more serious manifestations would arise; confusion, disorientation, short-term memory loss and, most alarming, a profound weakness that often forced her to lay in bed all day.

After consulting traditional physicians everywhere, including the Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California, she was dismissed as being depressed despite physical sickness.

It wasn’t until seeing Chicago-area physician Dr. Theron Randolph that McCarty was finally diagnosed with a condition

called multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) disorder—a diagnosis she maintains saved her life.

McCarty learned that people who study MCS call the illness the “disease of the future.”

Prophetically, this story ran in the Chicago Tribune back in 1990.1 GROWING PHENOMENON MCS, also known as idiopathic (of unknown cause) environmental intolerances (IEI), is defined as a chronic condition of physical reactions from low-level exposure to everyday chemicals.

MCS was first put forward in 1950

by Dr. Randolph, who is widely regarded as the founder of a branch of medicine that began in the 1960s known as clinical ecology or, more commonly, environmental medicine.

When a person is exposed to a toxicant and gets sick, instead of recovering, the individual’s neurological and immune systems remain compromised, with the brain now in a heightened state of sensitivity to any number of chemicals.

More than 60,000 different chemicals have been manufactured since World War II alone, and much with little regulatory oversight. While many compounds such as baking soda and hydrogen peroxide have certainly improved quality of life, manufactured chemicals have also left an estimated 15 percent of Americans in a quandary according to a 2004 survey in the American Journal of Public Health (more than 10 million Americans in a 2009 study in the Journal of Environmental Health).

It wasn’t until a correlation was made with the Gulf War syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia in the 1990s, (and later 9-11 survivors), that MCS began to be acknowledged (still with far to go) by organizations, such as the American Medical Association, American Lung Association, U.S. EPA, and U.S. Social Security Administration.

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In occupational medicine, four criteria are used to determine MCS: 1. U nbiased evidence of health effects after documented exposure 2. S ymptoms apply to multiple organ systems and predictably with environmental stimuli 3. S ymptoms occur at measurable levels below what is known to harm health 4. No evidence of organ damage2 MultipleChemicalSensitivity.org lists four factors to help differentiate MCS from allergyrelated illness: 1. The problem is chronic 2. S ymptoms are reproducible with continued exposure 3. T he individual reacts to many different triggers 4. I mproves when these triggers are removed Others exposed at the same time may not be able to sense anything unusual.

TILTING TOWARD UNDERSTANDING Randolph (now deceased) authored more than 300 articles and four books on the subject, at a time, when skepticism of MCS was strong.

Opponents of MCS continue to argue it’s a pseudo-medical diagnosis, and is psychosomatic, and can be attributed to psychological conditions such as chemophobia. They note that many people with MCS do, in fact, meet the criteria for major depression or anxiety disorder. Further, through behavioral conditioning, people can develop “anticipatory symptoms” when experiencing perceived triggers, making it difficult to conduct double-blind studies.

But the notion that MCS has physiological origins has been gaining acceptance.

Pioneering allergist/immunologist and environmental health expert Claudia Miller, MD, MS of the University of Texas School of Medicine has identified an evidencedbased process she calls “TILT,” or toxicantinduced loss of tolerance (toxicant referring to a manufactured poison versus a natural toxin such as spider venom). When a person is exposed to a toxicant and gets sick, instead of recovering, the individual’s neurological and immune systems remain compromised, with the brain now in a heightened state of sensitivity to any number of chemicals. The person becomes like a bed of glowing embers, easily inflamed by chemical levels well below established toxicity.3 Miller states, “People suddenly cannot toler64 MAY 2018

ate chemicals and exposures they’ve tolerated their whole lives. It’s the hallmark of TILT.” Reproductive endocrinologist Frederick vom Saal of the University of MissouriColumbia theorizes that TILT may be due to epigenetic changes to cell DNA in which gene expression is modified by the environment. In his study of estrogen-mimicking bisphenol-a (BPA), he notes that chronic low-dose exposure is a potent genetic regulator.3 Once reprogrammed, vom Saal says it’s hard for cells to return to their original state.

BETTER LIVING THROUGH CHEMISTRY? A 2012 study in the Annals of Family Medicine showed that 22 percent of 400 chronically ill patients had some degree of TILT—6 percent severely.

Common example triggers of MCS/ TILT are cleaning agents, plastics/BPA/ phthalates, fluoride, chlorine, food coloring, monosodium glutamate, scented products, pesticides, synthetic fabrics, smoke, vehicle exhaust, petroleum products, and paint fumes.

Symptoms are non-specific and can include everything from burning, stinging eyes, runny nose and extreme fatigue/lethargy to skin rash, light and noise sensitivity, musculoskeletal pain, and sleep and digestive problems.

Since MCS may be related to hormone regulation, it appears to affect more women than men, leading to gender bias and making it easier for these women to be written off as hypochondriacs.

In a burgeoning toxic age, Dr. Randolph was ahead of his time but wasn’t alone in his thinking.

Dr. R. Swinburne Clymer took chemical injury a step further with his 1958 book Your Health, Your Sanity in the Age of Treason, dealing with “foods and liquids used as a medium in deliberately and carefully planned methods developed by the vicious element of humanity, for the mental deterioration and moral debasement of the mass, as a means toward their enslavement.”

The work was influenced, in part, by Bertrand Russell’s The Impact of Science on Society from 1952.

Clymer highlighted the unwitting, if deliberate, an introduction of toxic food additives, focusing on emasculating endocrine disrupters/estrogen mimicking and fluoride, with documentation of adverse effects.

But as Russell points out, under scientific tyranny, “Diet, injections, and injunctions will combine, from a very early age, to produce the

sort of character and the sort of beliefs that the authorities consider desirable, and any serious criticism of the powers that be will become psychologically impossible.”

50 QUESTIONS Short of moving to the most isolated areas, what can the average person do?

Miller and colleagues have devised a personal 50-question test called QEESI (Quick Environmental Exposure and Sensitivity Inventory), used in their 2012 study, which could be helpful in determining risk for severe TILT.4 A still-relevant 1989 article discusses three principles of a “safe house” for MCS sufferers.5 First, eliminate all potential threats. Carpeting is among the worst, eliciting up to 100 volatile gases. (For example, it can emit synthetic dust as it ages that can react inside the furnace to form hydrogen cyanide.) Second, one must separate insulation, so it doesn’t get into living space, as with an airtight drywall approach.

Thirdly, since air needs to be fresh all the time, an adequate ventilation system is required.

MultipleChemicalSensitivity.org lists agents with a high tendency to sensitize: formaldehyde; epoxy resins; isocyanates (found in many construction products such as fiber, foam, paints, and varnishes); peanuts; shellfish; and sulfur dioxide (often used as a preservative in dried fruits).

Beyond physical measures, Kay McCarty, MS, LCSW is now a psychotherapist for others coping with MCS. In a blog article, she describes a handful of ways people can maintain their self-esteem with the condition.6 She says they first need to find validation by searching for other MCS sufferers. This effort should be followed by readjusting one’s values, preceding worldly external expectations for internal growth. People with MCS need to teach themselves that they don’t have to get well to be valuable. H For more information, go to MultipleChemicalSensitivity.org and ChemicalSensitivityFoundation.org.

Rob Saint Laurent, MEd, is a health writer and editor. itweiler, J. (1990, March 12). Allergic to Life. Chicago L Tribune.

Cullen, M.R. (1987). The Worker with Multiple Chemical Sensitivities: An Overview. Occupational Medicine, 2, 655-61.

3 Neimark, J. (2013, November). Extreme Chemical Sensitivity Makes Sufferers Allergic to Life. Discover.

4 http://familymed.uthscsa.edu/qeesi.pdf.

5 Falk, S. (1989, June 10). Safe House Wards Off Environmental Illness. The Indianapolis Star.

6 http://vardofortwo.blogspot.com/2010/05/impact-ofMCS-on-self-esteem.html.

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