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Stunning arts and crafts style home situated on two private acres in Padanaram Village. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200 or Roberta Burke 508.498.3285
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Landmark 18th century home on 25 acres. Riverfront with substantial dock… thoughtfully maintained with period details intact. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200 or Christine Burgess 617.429.2477
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Charming three-bedroom VIctorian on private lot with gardens in the heart of the Village. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200
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Stunning restored triplex with ground level, incomeproducing retail/office space. Sophisticated living space with panoramic harbor views. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200
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495,000
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Historic Russells Mills antique jewel on 5+ acres ideal for antique purist as there are significant restrictions inside and out. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200
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579,000
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Upscale Village condo overlooking Padanaram Harbor. Elevator, garage. Contact Sarah Meehan 508.685.8926
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1,350,000
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Meticulously crafted, five-bedroom home located in the Highbridge enclave of South Dartmouth. Too many details to list! Contact Sarah Meehan 508.685.8926 or Nina Weeks 617.957.8769.
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Rare Opportunity! Situated at end of peaceful lane in historic Westport Point, this two+ acre estate offers stunning views of Westport Harbor and the ocean beyond! Rolling lawns, mature gardens, guest house, bluestone terrace. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200
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595,000
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Antique home with 1980’s addition, perfect for entertaining. First floor bedroom, two-car garage with workshop. Contact Maggie Tomkiewicz 508.525.6489 or Nina Weeks 617.957.8769
SOUTH DARTMOUTH
534,000
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Charming single-level home built in 2006 with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors…set on 3 pastoral acres. Contact Maggie Tomkiewicz 508.525.6489 or Nina Weeks 617.957.8769
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799,900
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Deep quiet and natural beauty in an enchanting year-round house in a private wooded enclave with Slocum’s River access. Call Maggie Tomkiewicz 508.525.6489 or Nina Weeks 617.957.8769
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Pristine updated unit, meticulously maintained. Amenities include tennis, pool, water access. Contact Collette Lester 508.287.2075
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Fully restored, three bedroom, three bath, granite kitchen, all new systems. Contact Betsy Lawrence 508.317.8669.
WESTPORT
1,795,000
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One of Westport’s premier properties with ocean views of Buzzards Bay and beyond. Main home and carriage house in mint condition. Contact Christine Burgess 617.429.2477
SOUTH DARTMOUTH
649,000
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Gracious four bedroom home with attached garage on nearly an acre. Walking distance from Anthony’s Beach. Contact Roberta Burke 508.498.3285
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HIDDEN BAY
449,000
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Recently renovated townhouse condo, hardwood floors, new systems. Amenities include pool, tennis, beaches. Contact Alice Petersen 508.965.6938
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1,175,000
This distinguished Greek Revival estate and its outbuildings have been lovingly maintained. A picturesque landmark overlooking Leonard’s Pond with barn, carriage house, pool house and paddocks. Contact Will Milbury 508.525.5200 or Jeanne McGlone 508.728.2370
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495,000
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Charming Cape offers four bedrooms, two baths and two-car garage. Located on a dead end street with lots of privacy and close proximity to the Village of Padanaram! A must see! Contact Patty Peelen 508.951.3367
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Impressions
14 May has arrived and it’s time to prepare for summer
Home
18 An exquisite Arts and Crafts home in South Dartmouth—
it could be yours
Good Reads
22 A grand heist of historic proportions, The Map Thief
is enlightening from beginning to end
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Music
24 The Boston Camerata is alive and well; we share their history
Travel
28 Epic and challenging, the Volvo Ocean Race announces
their plans for 2017/2018
Education
34 New Bedford’s Community Boating Center offers more than
an afternoon sail
Profile
40 Buzzards Bay’s Mezza Luna celebrates it’s 80-year history and
stories of success
Style
54 Once a SouthCoaster, model and actress Molly Curley turns
designer and launches her swimsuit line for the summer of 2017
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62 Harvesting begins soon, so you better know what is on the list
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Living Well
68 Hear today, gone tomorrow. What did you say about hearing loss?
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72 What is the elephant in the room regarding personal finance?
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SEA, SUN, AND SURF May Has Arrived elcome to another issue of our magazine; once again we’ve filled it with pertinent information and in-depth stories from surrounding communities and places our readers find interesting. Always conscious of your broad interests, refined tastes, and unstoppable mobility, each month we bring exciting content, vibrant images, and equisite design, so we might meet your expectation and keep you connected with your neighbors—wherever they may be traveling. Now is the time of the year when locals as well as tourists flock to the islands and beautiful coastline we are blessed to know; and from our pages you will see that May is also when the sailing community gears up for the season. We’re pleased to cover two important organizations devoted to the sea. First is the Community Boating Center of New Bedford, which serves a vital role in supplying youth an opportunity to get on the water—and now, in the classroom and the shop. It appears that from here on out, it’s about hands-on learning for these young people, while they begin to understand that there is more to being on the water than grabbing hold of the tiller. We then head to Newport and give you a preview of the master of all sailing events, the Volvo Ocean Race. This grueling, 46,000-mile event is comprised of a small group of sailors motivated by accomplishment. This is remarkable because it’s the only reward they’ll receive, considering there is no cash prize for winning this race. Learn about the challenges and camaraderie of these teams, and follow us as we dive down and outline the organization’s plans for the 2017–2018 season. We look inside this event which draws thousands upon thousands of fans to Newport and delivers millions of dollars to this sailing capital— all while entertaining both sailors and landlubbers. This season we move up our swimsuit issue to May in order to tie into our theme, and because we want to give everyone plenty of time to get their orders in for this season’s trendy swimwear. This month, we feature a young and talented woman—one who might appear familiar. It was in August of 2014 when Molly Curley made it to our cover. Fast forward—Curley is beginning a new adventure and we are pleased to showcase her efforts. Curley, a professional model and actress, has added “fashion designer” to her resume. Having just wrapped up her education at Bentley University, she’s moved to NYC to launch her new swimsuit line. Take a look at her pages—yes, Curley is wearing her designs for May, all of which were shot on location in Miami. Curley gives it her all and sets a good example for others, demonstrating that with determination anything is possible. Speaking of business, once we introduce you to Emilio John (E.J.) Cubellis—who has a personality larger than life—we’re sure you’ll 14 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
find the time to visit him at his family restaurant, Mezza Luna, in beautiful Buzzards Bay. Going on four generations in the restaurant game, he took a break from the kitchen and explained what it’s like (and what it takes) to celebrate 80 years and keep that passion burning. Learn his secrets and how he’s able to keep smiling through it all. Naturally, we’ve tucked the best in literature and music into this month’s magazine. Knowing you’re going to be loading up on some good reads for the summer, we want to put our choice on the top of your list. We’re pleased to introduce, as well as review, a real-life crime drama about a Martha’s Vineyard historian who decided that he would do some quick splicing of rare documents from some of the most important books held by the most prestigious libraries and museums in the world. The Map Thief: The Gripping Story of an Esteemed Rare-Map Dealer Who Made Millions Stealing Priceless Maps was compiled and written by Boston’s award-winning journalist and author, Michael Blanding. Having the opportunity to meet and chat with Blanding was exciting, although sinking into a comfortable chair to enjoy his knowledge of the subject and writing style is the ultimate pleasure. This month we bring you an extraordinary look at the sounds and instruments of the past. A new writer—for us—Doug Hall details the history, as well as speaks to the current state of music from the Medieval Period. His contribution about the internationally-acclaimed Boston Camerata will have you searching the web for samples of their performances. Hall catches the essence of Anne Azéma, an accomplished mezzosoprano and artistic director of the talented ensemble. He also witnessed her beautiful, soaring voice and attempts to share the excitement he experienced when he watched Azéma deliver the melody of medieval songs to the hearts of her audience. And, what is a month without a beautiful home review? We tour and report on a very special home in South Dartmouth; constructed in the Arts & Crafts genre, this isn’t just any home— it’s a prize offering for a family searching for quality, style, and value. We have to leave you here; however, we would like to encourage you to sign up for a free, one-year digital subscription. Go to the inside back cover and visit one of the websites listed on any one of your devices. Once there, you will find that you may sign up for this and future issues without ever worrying about missing an exciting month. Thank you; we appreciate your readership, and we request that you let our sponsors know how much you appreciate their providing our magazine to you, month after month for over 12 years, at no charge. Also, let those companies you don’t find on our pages know what they’re missing. All the best to you, and we wish you a pleasant start to the season. H
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HOME
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ouses have individual personalities. There are homes that instill a feeling of being on vacation. They welcome you upon your arrival and immediately dissolve away remnants of daily routines—they’re always inviting. These are the properties that are usually occupied exclusively during the warm months, only to be locked up and forgotten as autumn moves in and owners retreat to their primary residence.
The other type of home possesses a different level of comfortable; they are reliable and familiar, and are the places where families become grounded and build traditions. These are the ones many refer to as “our home.” Like a large security blanket, we know that we can always retreat to their safe confines. In the case of 13 East High Street, located in one of the most desirable and semi-private neighborhoods of South Dartmouth,
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this impeccable Craft-style home is begging for a family to make full use of its spaciousness and amenities—located on a two-acre parcel. Our home of the month is nestled on a hidden lane and offers the benefit of sought-after privacy; it also allows for relishing a sense of community due to its connection to the village of Padanaram. In keeping with the American Arts and Crafts movement originating during the final years of the 19th century, this 2002 revival of the design adds a delightful dimension not often found in contemporary construction. Its naturally shingled exterior with an evergreen trim is delightfully enticing to the eyes. The stone and wood porch—with protective covering—boasts an impressive, low-pitched gabled roof and elongated overhanging eaves, flanked by tapered columns found to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. This main architectural element noticeably extends from the corner
of the house and serves as a focal point for the exterior elevation. Its placement, accompanied by its simple lines, outlines the structure while balancing the two components. Unusual is a word that understates this home’s prominence and distinction, for it is a dwelling reserved for those who possess fabulous taste and boundless appreciation for the best of everything. Opening the front door—revealing an assortment of intricate moldings, elaborate railings, bright hardwood floors, and breathtaking wainscoting—real estate agent Roberta Mary Burke says, “The house is done in classic design and is emblematic of that style. It has incredible charm; the floors are birch, and the beautiful fir doors were shipped from the Northwest.” As she moves about, Burke mentions that the fir columns were custom-made especially for the home, as well as the “fiddlehead” fireplace’s façade in the living room. There is also a sturdy stone fireplace complementing the family room only steps away.
“the house is done in classic design and is emblematic of that style. it has incredible charm; the floors are birch, and the beautiful fir doors were shipped from the northwest.” 20 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
Throughout the 4,100 square feet of living space, luxury and quality abound. With rich detail and an emphasis on period style, the home’s architectural integrity is evident through the exquisite cabinetry, millwork, and internal structure. Too numerous to detail here, around every corner is a “Wow” moment to be enjoyed. With an abundance of windows, the natural light flows effortlessly into the rooms; even on a gray day there’s a feeling of joy emanating from the home’s soul. At the center of the house where the family room is located is an opening between the first and second floor. Here, the pairing of light and height of the space take control. From the polished floors to the vaulted ceiling, a feeling of serenity takes hold and all eyes gaze up to the balcony which overlooks the room. Some might consider this type of home one of casual elegance, but this will likely depend on your individual taste and collection of home décor. From simple and plain Mid-Century to Art Deco to even the finest in antiques—all will complement the interior and play a considerable role in the degree of sophistication you attempt to achieve. A new family would be hard-pressed not to enjoy every moment they spend surrounded by the many features which went into the planning and building of this house.
The combination of the many sought-after features in this home reaches a standard realtors use as a measure of quality living for the clients they serve. Included in the long list of must-have elements are a formal living room and dining room, a family room, first-floor office, full-sized gourmet eat-in kitchen, top-of-the-line stainless appliances and oversized stove/oven combination, a pantry, two dishwashers, custom-built cabinets, granite island, breakfast nook, a screened-in deck with hot tub, and an outdoor shower. Also inside is a spacious mudroom with bath (attached to the heated 2.5-car garage), a finished basement/media room also with bathroom, a tool/woodworking room, and a potting shed surrounded by manicured gardens. To finish off the list of reasons why you shouldn’t miss this opportunity is the fact that not only does the property include six off-street parking spaces, but the land mass is large and is the perfect location to raise children. To fully grasp the intrinsic value this amazing property offers, plan to schedule an appointment by contacting Roberta Mary Burke at 508-498-3285 or Will Milbury at 508-525-5200, or for more details, visit Milbury and Company at milburyre.com. H 13 East High Street is being offered at $1,495,000
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IN R EV IEW BY STEVEN CH AN
The MapThief BY MICHAEL BLANDING
EVERYONE LOVES SUSPENSE
As peculiar as it sounds, the public is fascinated by tales of art heists; this notion appears to be true of people in the trade as well as those who may never step over the threshold of a museum. The intrigue and allure of these “whodunits” never seems to dissipate—even as years pass and crimes remain unsolved. Case in point: It is going on nearly three decades since thieves talked their way into the inner sanctum of the Gardner Museum by convincing guards on duty that they were there to investigate a disturbance in the courtyard (this account remains questionable). A few hours later, 13 pieces of important historical property— with an estimated value of $500 million—were loaded into a vehicle and transported to locations unknown. Bizarre stories of scheming art thieves plotting outrageously brazen robberies grab and hold our attention. These events usually invoke the public to offer thousands upon thousands of tips along with foregone conclusions as to whom the authorities should investigate. And while many of these claims are farfetched—often leading to dead ends—the FBI will scrutinize nearly each and every tip they receive; should they not, the thief could likely get away. 22 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
Interestingly, wild speculation transcends all economic and social strata; recently, there have been rumors circulating in New Bedford as to how this stolen art collection had made its way to the Whaling City before being packaged up and shipped to Florida. Could this rumor be true? There are those who would swear to its veracity, but in the end, the only authenticated piece of the story is that it was being propagated at the seaport’s watering holes. HISTORY IN THE MAKING
The review of The Map Thief has nothing to do with that infamous burglary in Boston; in this story, the culprit gets caught, although he has since been released from jail and returned to live out his years on the tony island of Martha’s Vineyard. The award-winning, investigative author and journalist Michael Blanding delivers a gripping story about a true-to-life rare map dealer, E. Forbes Smiley III, who from his humble beginnings launched into the lucrative map business. Here he became a leading expert in this high-valued hobby, only to rock the world of cartography once his crimes were uncovered. Blanding took it upon himself to hike a challenging trail when he started this project. His tale of how this once-respected and revered dealer made millions by selling property stolen from unsuspecting museums and libraries to collectors is shockingly accurate to the point of causing readers to pause and reflect on how these crimes went unnoticed for so long. Blanding says, “What was going to be an interesting magazine article” turned into a suspenseful account of how a man with expertise in cartography was unable to find his way from temptation and succumbed to making great wealth at the price of losing his freedom.
Detailing the actions of a distracted and clumsy Smiley, his demise is just the beginning of the harrowing account of how this expert art thief inflicted significant damage to valuable artifacts. Blanding artfully opens Chapter One with an account of Smiley’s fall from grace; the scene begins in a reference examination room at Yale’s Beinecke Library. Through precise details, Blanding allows readers to examine the mindset of a man who inconspicuously cuts pages with an X-Acto knife hidden from sight, from archived books housing maps that are hundreds of centuries old. The author then provides a personal history of what it took for Smiley to become an infamous art-history swindler in the first place. Highlighting Smiley’s talent and larger-than-life personality, Blanding gives us insight into some of the reasons why a man who could have achieved greatness failed miserably. Due to the main character’s unwillingness to complete the interview process after only a few contacts, the author was left to search for facts, details, and experiences from friends and family of Smiley. He also relied on detailed recollections from other map dealers, library curators and staff, local police departments, a list of collectors, the FBI,
judges, and trial attorneys—none of which could have been an easy task to organize and pull together in a coherent manner. Blanding’s recount of facts, investigative police work, and personal failing creates an intense read. He is successful in building a complicated story for a general audience while keeping it interesting. His accurate portrayal of events—many of which could be described as prosaic—is delivered with precision, while the facts maintain an active and connected pathway to the original theme of the book. Most striking about The Map Thief is how Blanding keeps readers continuously wanting more while inadvertently becoming educated in the history and business of cartography— a subject for which most have little if any knowledge or conscious interest. Smiley’s modus operandi meld perfectly with how, for so many years, protectors of these important documents have struggled to balance their charge of sharing the information with the public while maintaining security from theft or damage. Blanding achieves his objective with this winning account of how a New England-based, day-time burglar avoids detection for years, only to find his demise at the hands of an observant and trusted keeper of history. The Map Thief is an easy and informative summer read—one which is deserving of your attention. H
AWARD-WINNING, INVESTIGATIVE AUTHOR AND JOURNALIST MICHAEL BLANDING DELIVERS A GRIPPING STORY ABOUT A TRUE-TO-LIFE RARE MAP DEALER, E. FORBES SMILEY III, WHO FROM HIS HUMBLE BEGINNINGS LAUNCHED INTO THE LUCRATIVE MAP BUSINESS. HERE HE BECAME A LEADING EXPERT IN THIS HIGH-VALUED HOBBY, ONLY TO ROCK THE WORLD OF CARTOGRAPHY ONCE HIS CRIMES WERE UNCOVERED. SOCOmagazine.com | MAy 2017 23
“Portrait of a Lady” by Sandro Botticelli
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Enchanting and Alive in Boston by Doug Hall
hen vocalist Anne Azéma, an accomplished mezzo-soprano and artistic director of Boston Camerata (an internationallyrenowned early music ensemble in Boston), breaks into song with her beautiful soaring voice, she also delivers a smile that carries the passion of these medieval songs to the heart of her audience. Under her guidance and directorship since 2008, the Boston Camerata richly performs and keeps alive early music ensembles from the 14th and 15th century. Founded in 1954, the Boston Camerata—through concerts, tours, and recordings—has spread the exquisite sound of the voice with accompaniment
of period instruments, taking listeners back in time to a place when stories were told through poetic gesture and singing. The ensemble is anchored by a superb cast of distinguished international singers who mix a fully professional, seasoned vocal range with unique musicians specializing in early 14th and 15th century instruments. The result, as Azéma says, is a “pathway to the soul” that registers and resonates in a way that only a human voice can effect. The origins of this organization hark back to a critical association with violinist Narcissa Williamson (who joined the MFA’s education department in 1947) and her desire to put a collection of early classical instruments back into the hands of musicians—and be played in front of a live
audience. In 1954, her motivation and commitment to put these instruments into use gave birth to the Camerata of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Azéma explains this important step as an “embryo of ensemble” for the Boston Camerata, brought to fruition by Williamson’s initiative: “her definite will to share in the fullest possibly way this beautiful music to a larger public, rather than just keeping everything on the museum shelf.” Together, Joel Cohen (lutenist, former music director of the BC from 1968–2008, and current music director emeritus) and Azéma formed a collaboration in kindred spirit and mutual desire to bring back life to this period of music. During his tenure, Cohen evolved the organization to a larger
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venue of opportunities, particularly in Europe. With his love for and commitment to medieval and Renaissance music, Cohen developed original programs and performed the lute with other related ensembles—and in the words of Azéma, “took ensembles to full professional, international recognition.” He is the recipient of multiple music awards, medals, and honors in the US, France, and greater Europe, having initiated a myriad of early music projects and interpretations, including the widely acclaimed retelling of the “Tristan and Iseult” legend.1 Cohen also has retained a personal affection for early American music—a direction that has taken him to bring to light the many oral and written sources of American folklore and storytelling, producing with the Boston Camerata, “The Roots of American Music” in 1976, which was later re-recorded as “New Britain” in 1986. Commercial success of these recordings allowed for further forays into the heart of early US songcreates original programs, lectures, teaches, roots including “The American Vocalist,” publishes, and in particular transcribes and “Trav’ling Home,” and “Liberty Tree”(all researches texts of the Middle Ages—all recorded under the Erato label). In 1992, furthering the expansion of special programCohen also built a relationship with a Shaker ming concepts and diverse repertoire for an community in Maine, and out of that well eager audience. Putting this early ensemble of inspiration produced two CDs of Shaker music into context with today, she explains, songs, Simple Gifts and The Golden Harvest, “For medieval music, what it boils down to further enriching his contribution to the wider roots of American song. The description of musical contributions, directorships, performances, ensembles, and recordings undertaken since founding the Camerata, speaks to the “renaissance” range of ability and reach of Cohen in his field. This breadth equally applies to the current management and direction of programming and organizational development under Azéma. Beyond the directorship of the Boston Camerata, she performs internationAnne Azéma and Joel Cohen ally, directs other early music ensembles,
The ensemble is anchored by a superb cast of distinguished international singers who mix a fully professional, seasoned vocal range with unique musicians specializing in early 14th and 15th century instruments.
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is that, as men and women, we are only a part of a long chain of human experiences, and these poems and music speak to us as vividly as passionate women and men, as it did in 1250 or 1310.”2 Azéma’s passion also extends beyond the performance and preservation of the medieval vocal. She is a scholar of the accompanying medieval-period narrative—the story behind the song. It is “the potency of the word,” as related by Azéma, that is “the strength of the poetic gesture and the act of the storytelling…central to singing medieval music.”3 As a vehicle for providing an image of heroics, love, heartache, or parable, the simple verse is a means of sharing a message for a 14th and 15th century community or place of worship. Azéma explains that there is a true spiritual wave that carries the beautiful sounds from the singers where “the performer becomes the poet.” In a world lit only by candlelight, with an audience largely illiterate, the song illuminates, “sharing an emotional state,”4 against the hardness of everyday life. The Boston Camerata has also surrounded itself with exceptionally gifted singers, who are established artists in their own international solo careers. Michael Barrett, a tenor who also plays the lute, is a frequent
collaborator with the Boston Camerata, originally coming to Azéma’s attention in The Hague, Netherlands, as a student in a master class she was teaching. Now an international performer, conductor, and teacher, Barrett directs Sprezzatura, a Boston-based professional vocal ensemble for Renaissance and early Baroque. Barrett also enjoys an active recording career. Joel Frederiksen is a bass vocalist with a remarkable low register range, as highlighted frequently in reviews. The classical recording label Harmonia Mundi reaffirms the artist’s signature as “a deep bass with an exceptional timbre.” An American living in Munich, Germany, Frederiksen has also toured and recorded extensively with many internationally recognized ensembles, as well as directed and arranged early period music. Along with the grace and presence of these impeccably trained and gifted voices that make up the BC, there is also the balance and careful integration of period instruments. Azéma explains a bit of history in her discussion of this evolution: “We strive to evoke the sound world of this period, as instruments and instrumental music began to develop alongside the singer’s art and as
the sophistication of craft and design precision advanced.” Azéma further elaborates, “We find ourselves in a pivotal period, circa 1500, as several kinds and sizes of bowed string instruments, with their specially crafted bows, coexist and collaborate.”5 A fine example of current dedication to this craft is multi-instrumentalist Shira Kammen who sings and plays the vielle (a medieval fiddle) and harp, amongst other period instruments. Kammen is a frequent collaborator with Azéma and the Boston Camerata, who has “spent over half her life exploring the worlds of early traditional music.” As a frequent performer with many international ensembles, the review accolades include “exuberant, inexhaustible, and sensitive accompaniment.” In highlighting just a few performers out of many that contribute to the remarkable voices and musicianship of the Boston Camerata, it is also clearly reflective of an overall standard of dynamic talent and superb quality of musicianship that can be called upon—a very deep well of professionalism. The breadth and vibrancy of this extraordinary ensemble can be easily acknowledged by connecting with BC’s website, bostoncamerata.org, where you will find a
vast array of programming selections ranging from Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Christmas, New World, Special Projects, and references to recordings. One of the most widely acclaimed and well received Boston Camerata projects was the recent direction of the Play of Daniel.6 A musical play originally composed in medieval France around the 1200s, it is a retelling of a “heroic narrative of liberation” as Azéma attests, whereby the lowest ranks of churchgoers “flip roles with the highest ranking church officials—and take a turn preaching.” The story parallels relevancy with today’s power structure and finds a target, as reflected by the director, with a message “that comes right out of the page; it’s not me superimposing anything. It’s not the first time in human history where the mighty have fallen, and it won’t be the last.” More pertinent evidence again of the past teaching a history lesson to the present, with medieval foibles of politics and leadership finding resonance now. It is instructive from a performance point of view as well, attesting to the inventive and popular viability of early ensemble music and drama in the hands of bold and spirited direction at the helm of this organization. With a robust and ongoing creative and inspired schedule of programs and events, the 60-plus-year history of the Boston Camerata—with superb stewardship by Azéma—will endure with many more memorable seasons, further developing a growing and richly deserved enthusiastic audience. Upcoming events include “Tristan and Iseult: A Medieval Romance in Poetry and Music” at the Rockport Chamber Music Festival, July 8; “Liberty and Love” at the Head Tide Church, Alna, Maryland, July 29; and upcoming performances of “Liberty Tree” in October opening the 2017/2018 season, and later in December two holiday programs, “Mediterranean Christmas” and “Carols by Midnight.” H
Erato, Grand Prix du Disque, 1987 http://indianapublicmedia.org/harmonia/conversation anne-azema/ 3. Evelyn Birge Vitz, Nancy Freeman Regalado, Marilyn Lawrence, eds. Performing medieval narrative. Rochester, NY: D.S. Brewer, 2005, pg. 209. 4. Ibid., pg. 211. 5. “Treasures of Devotion” program, pg. 4. Boston Camerata performance, March 25, 2017, Marsh Chapel, Boston University. 6. First presented in 2014 edited, staged and directed by Azéma, and reprised in 2017. 1.
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Newport Invites Adventure into Its Harbor with the Volvo Ocean Race By Leah Dearborn
To Lisbon onboard Team Alvimedica day 9. Charlie Enright (R) and Mark Towill keep their weight aft in strong winds 100 miles from Lisbon. Photo: Amory Ross / Team Alvimedica / Volvo Ocean Race
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or decades, the Volvo Ocean Race has tested the mettle of the world’s greatest sailors. Beginning in October, the competing teams will cross four oceans, touching six continents in a race that lasts for eight months. At 46,000 nautical miles, the 2017–18 race is the longest in the event’s history. There is no cash prize waiting for the winner at the end—just the claim of accomplishment. It’s a challenge that Rhode Island native and Skipper Charlie Enright will spend the next months preparing to undertake. “There are two reasons why people sail in this race,” he says. “Competition and adventure. I can’t wait to get going again from the adventure side of things.” Enright is gearing up to compete in the next edition of the race with the Vestas 11th Hour Racing team. He and Mark Towill, both Brown University graduates, will lead the only New England-based crew that has signed up for the race so far. The local ties to the Volvo Ocean Race don’t end there, however. Newport, Rhode Island was selected as the only North American stopover of the 12 host cities serving as stopover points around the world. “For us, this is an absolutely fabulous opportunity,” says Evan Smith, CEO of Discover Newport, one of the race organizers. “To have that level of exposure on a global scale, to have that connection—what a great sense of national pride that is for us.” Newport won out in the competitive selection process over the bids of Baltimore and Miami. New York City and Boston were briefly in the running as well, but Smith emphasized that large hosts don’t necessarily make the best hosts. So far, Newport has only served as host once before, but the smaller size of the city allowed the race to remain center stage for its duration there. Smith says that in the larger ports, maintaining the attention of the public can prove more difficult as the race conflicts with other simultaneous events. “I think they were challenged trying to be big fish in a big pond,” says Smith. “In Newport, they’ll really be able to own 30 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
this whole city and rock the whole state.” Brad Read, director of stopover partner Sail Newport, agreed that the last host experience in Newport was a tremendous success. The race sets sail in Alicante and finishes in the Hague. Over the course of its last edition, a total of 2.4 million people visited the race villages to get a firsthand taste of the global ride, and millions more followed the sailors on digital platforms. Read says Volvo has since called the New England port city a model host, with some of the highest recorded participation numbers. Part of the success in winning a second
For decades, the Volvo Ocean Race has tested the mettle of the world’s greatest sailors. Beginning in October, the competing teams will cross four oceans, touching six continents in a race that lasts for eight months. bid came from getting other communities in the state, such as Warwick and Providence, involved with the planning. Read says it’s an opportunity that businesses on the East Coast from Portland, Maine to New York should jump on. With a substantial marine industry already in place, it’s also a major boon for the Newport economy. Hundreds of organizations are already at work to create a festival with something for all ages and all types of people, whether they sail or not. Visitors can expect food, music, and educational displays. The event will be free for the public to attend.
Smith, a recreational sailor himself, calls public sailing events like the Volvo Ocean Race—considered one of the biggest of its kind along with the Olympics and the America’s Cup—a boost to the health of the sport. Clubs have their role, he says, but this is a way to get a new generation involved with sailing, something he calls a part of Newport’s DNA. The race isn’t all fun and games, however. Despite the elements of festivity and adventure, as well as the extreme preparedness of its participants, the whims of Mother Nature can be difficult to predict. “These people are moments away from a catastrophe at any time,” says Smith. “That risk factor is notable.” In November of 2014, experienced Australian racer Chris Nicholson hit a reef in the Indian Ocean on the second leg of the race, tearing the back off his Team Vestas Wind VOR 65 race boat. The nine-member crew was unharmed by the accident and even made it to the finish line after repairs, but there can be no doubt that the ocean depths make for an unpredictable race course. The competitors take more than their own safety and well-being into consideration; many of them, including Enright, are also hyperaware of the declining health of the world’s waterways. Eleventh Hour Racing in particular is a program of the Schmidt Family Foundation on a mission to establish partnerships within the sailing communities that promote collaborative systemic change for ocean wellness. Enright calls the Volvo Ocean Race a megaphone, providing the team an opportunity to speak about sustainability. When Enright competed in the last edition of the race, he sailed through waters heavily littered with human garbage. “Essentially, we’re the canaries in the coal mine going through this debris every day,” he says of the sailor’s perspective. Part of Todd McGuire’s job as advisor for 11th Hour Racing is to put together a sustainability guideline for the race that encompasses everything from hotels to food and what the team does on stopovers. “You have sports role models like Charlie talking about sustainability instead of
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promoting Gatorade or sneakers,” says McGuire. “You have to make sure your own house is clean first. The team is so dedicated and passionate. A lot times it doesn’t feel like work.” Alessandra Ghezzi, director of communications with 11th Hour, says that while it is a huge undertaking, the program wants to showcase that operating as a totally sustainable team is a viable option that does have long-term benefit in terms of performance. The environmental troubles of the world’s oceans might be too big of a meatball to swallow at once, says Jeremy Pochman, co-founder of 11th Hour Racing, but there are concrete and manageable ways to break down the issues on a local level. To do that, 11th Hour has worked with a number of environmental organizations in the Newport area. During the last race, the
team’s sailors took part in ocean health seminars, giving Enright a chance to speak about the garbage floating in the Strait of Malacca from the unique perspective of someone who has sailed through it. As the team prepares to make their first transatlantic crossing within the next month or so, they’re looking for ways to minimize their impact all along the way. “We’re trying to get our guns blazing,” says Pochman. Other teams around the world are gearing up for the kickoff as well, with three others having announced their participation as of the writing of this article. So far, the Vestas 11th Hour team will be up against Dutch campaign and first to enter, Team AkzoNobel. Team MAPFRE of Spain and China’s Dongfeng Race Team
are also in the running. In this edition, there is a renewed emphasis on the Southern Ocean and a new set of rules to add incentive for mixed crews of male and female sailors. All-male teams will be limited to seven sailors for this edition, but teams can also name seven men plus one or two women, five men and five women, or 11 women on an all-female crew. To date, 126 women have competed in the race, including 11 in its first edition. “The unknown is always around the corner, but it’s also pretty liberating,” says Enright, who had some advice for aspiring sailors. “Take every opportunity you can and make the most of it. Have fun with it. Never lose sight of how lucky we are to have the ocean as a resource. H SOCOmagazine.com | MAy 2017 33
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sailing center focuses on instilling positive values through boating by Natalie Miller
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very summer we see them lining the horizon. Their sails swollen with wind and reaching for the sky, the bright wooden vessels sparkle in the afternoon sun. For many, sailing has long been viewed as a leisurely sport for the wealthy who have the time and money to spend their days with the sea. But for marine communities like New Bedford, a love for the water is built into the fabric of the people. Andy Herlihy, who grew up in neighboring Dartmouth, is a lifelong sailor who fondly remembers summers on the water with his family. He has since passed his passion for the sea on to his two children, along with
his wife, Liz, who is also a sailing enthusiast, and for the last few years has been working to extend his love for the sea to disadvantaged youth as executive director of the Community Boating Center of New Bedford. He first joined the center in 2000 as the organization’s program director. After three years he left, only to return in 2012 when the position of executive director became available. He saw the opportunity as a solid career move as well as a quality of life move, and he has since hit the deck running, working to grow programming and build partnerships with the community to reach more students and expand the center’s mission to teach positive life values through boating.
This mission has held strong since the center’s inception in the mid-‘90s when New Bedford social worker JoAnn Tschaen saw a need in her community and answered the call with a unique take on how to help enrich the lives of youth in her area. The idea came after a home visit where she met seven young children sweltering on a hot day in their North End apartment. Thinking about the children’s tough situation as she drove home that day, crossing the Fairhaven Bridge, a string of seven small boats in the water below caught her eye. Seven boats...seven kids, she thought, recalling the positive experience sailing had on her own son, how it fostered self-
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confidence in him and introduced him to many new friends. An idea was born to start a summer youth sailing program and was brought to life several years later when the Community Boating Center was incorporated in 1998. Operating across from Fort Taber in New Bedford’s Clark’s Cove, the nonprofit’s objective from the beginning has been to enrich the lives of area youth. “Our goal isn’t to teach kids to sail,” says Herlihy. “It’s to give kids a positive experience using boats and the water.” In the beginning, the center’s summer sailing program reached over 100 kids a season—75 percent of whom were economically disadvantaged and attended the program free of charge. Today, the center has remained steadfast to its mission to spend the summer months providing friendship and mentorship to youths while teaching them responsibility and teamwork. The summer program has grown over the years and now accepts 36 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
around 500 youths a summer, 80 percent of whom don’t pay. “We do a lot of sailing,” says Herlihy, but adds that the kids also get training in the classroom. “The boat is a great equalizer. It takes away socioeconomic boundaries. It doesn’t matter what backgrounds they come from. It’s kids being kids. They are on a boat.” Expanding the mission
Over the years, the center has worked diligently to bring more programming to the surrounding area to reach more youths, and today it operates year-round. This year Herlihy estimates that the center will welcome 2,500 students across all programs— most of which are in line with the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education students are learning in school. “We are figuring out how we can reinforce
what kids are learning in school in a fun way using the water and marine environment,” says Herlihy. “We do a lot of boat building, and with that program we are getting a whole new group of kids.” The boat building course begins small with paper boat making; then the kids graduate to a 24-inch model of a traditional Bevin’s Skiff before starting on the full-sized 13-foot Bevin’s Skiff boat that they can then bring out on the water once it’s completed. Some students take the model boat building one step further by adding mechanics and a remote control. Through these building activities the kids learn teamwork, how to use different tools, as well getting a lot of practice using math and fractions, he says—and fractions in realworld applications are much easier to digest, and more fun, than fractions in a classroom. “Our goal is to be creative and be a fun learning place,” says Herlihy, “so we are
“The focus is always about the kids and the youth of the community,” says Herlihy. “Everything we do transcends the sailing. It’s about creating positive experiences.” always developing new programs and tailoring programs when needed.” These new programs also allow the Community Boating Center to branch out beyond home and into the community, becoming more visible and accessible to youths in need. This past winter the boat building program was in four different locations around the New Bedford area: One group of middle school students built a boat at an after-school program at Normandin Middle School, another was built by middle school students at the Andrea McCoy Recreation Center, a third was built at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, and a group of high school students built the fourth at the center. This year the center is excited to be
expanding its partnership with the New Bedford Public Schools by joining Sea Lab, which is a summer marine science education program that has been around since the late ‘60s. Community members often teach workshops at the Sea Lab, and this year Community Boating Center will be one of the workshops, says Herlihy. “It’s about showing them that learning can be fun and also about us being good mentors to these kids,” he says. The center’s workshop, still under development, will be an ocean stewardship program designed to engage kids and get them to understand the marine environment and what opportunities lie within this space, including everything from sustainable energy to the management of ocean resources. New Bedford is a community with a rich marine history, and it’s important for its youth to grow up with an understanding and appreciation of it, says Herlihy. “I’d be remiss if kids didn’t understand the marine environment.” Another program that started picking up momentum last year is the center’s junior instructor program. The idea for the junior instructor program, which enrolled 24 kids aged 14–18 last summer, blossomed from a need—the center is always looking for good staff, as is the rest of the marina. Competition for good workers is steep, so the center decided to train its own staff. “This year we will have over 30,” says Herlihy. “We are trying to get kids job training
skills and open the door to what their future could be, whether it’s college or connecting them with internships or getting them into certification programs. “We are creating our workforce while keeping the older kids engaged. And they get paid, and the younger kids see it and then also want to be junior instructors,” he adds. “The kids are learning life skills and they are having fun.” Keeping the center going
The center sustains itself largely on fundraising—80 percent of the budget, in fact, is from outside sources including grant writing and appeals to the public. Their biggest fundraiser of the year is the Opening of the Bay, an event Herlihy’s wife has been involved with for a long time. Scheduled for Saturday, June 3, the event is an opportunity for the center to highlight the work it does in the community and encourage the public to support its mission. Attended by roughly 500 people, it’s an evening with dinner, dancing, and a silent auction. More events will be gracing the calendar this year, beginning with a boat launching party on May 20 when the boats the students have been making all winter will be christened and sent out on the water. “This could be a fundraising event in the future,” mentions Herlihy. “We will also be holding open houses so people can see and understand what we do.” Regattas are also a once untapped area for the center to grow and raise money. Last year they hosted their first, building off the momentum caused by Boston’s Olympic bid (New Bedford has been picked as the location for the sailing portion of the games). The center’s youth members make the event happen by helping run the races in the water and managing the boats from the shore. “The focus is always about the kids and the youth of the community,” says Herlihy. “Everything we do transcends the sailing. It’s about creating positive experiences.” H SOCOmagazine.com | MAy 2017 37
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Mezza Luna Celebrates 80 Years of Culinary History
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t was 80 years ago when Speranza Cubellis, an immigrant to America—the country of opportunity—began selling fruits and vegetables in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. One day, while visiting New Bedford, for some mysterious reason she decided that instead of heading home, she wanted to take a journey to a place she had never been; the destination was Cape Cod. Cubellis, her husband Leonida, and their five children, loaded into the car; the oldest was Emilio, who was 20 and did the driving. The petite and feisty woman—who barely spoke a word of English—was an industrious matriarch; it was customary for her to search for opportunities where none existed. This day was no different. Arriving into town, it wasn’t long before Cubellis found herself at a fruit stand. The vendor was located at the crossroads of Buzzards Bay; it’s where Main Street, Route 6, Head of the Bay, and Route 28 form a rotary or traffic circle— the approach to the Bourne 40 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
Bridge which crosses over the Cape Cod Canal. As the couple made their way through the aisles of produce, Cubellis noticed a basket of tomatoes; it’s uncertain whether she was shopping for lunch for a hungry family or just curious about the retailer’s product. Upon inspection, her eyes darted over to her husband. She gasped, “Leonida, look at these prices; they get twenty cents apiece— we only charge six.” She continued in her native Italian, “They’re not even as good as ours.” While Cubellis realized that her discovery of that little tomato could improve her bottom line, she couldn’t have imagined that this day would be the beginning of a legacy, as well as the creation of a pathway to success for future generations. In 1937 jobs were hard to come by—the same with money. The Great Depression had taken hold of the economy with many families having to live day to day, never mind week to week. To give some perspective to the economy of scale, it was the era when
a spaghetti and meatball dinner cost only 35 cents, although few could afford such a luxurious meal. Even though the Cubellis family faced an enormous financial challenge, with the risk of pulling up stakes and heading to a place they knew nothing about—the decision was made, and they took the gamble. As the third generation owner and grandson of the founders, Emilio John (E.J.) Cubellis III, tells the story, “My grandmother took everything she had—$600 in fives and tens—and stuffed it in her bra for the trip back to the Cape.” Arriving in Buzzards Bay, she found a place that she could afford; for three months she rented a shack filled with holes, so much that when it rained, more water was found inside than out. It was the same spot Mezza Luna now stands, but the rent would only cover a limited time—this was a make-or-break deal. But this wasn’t going to stop their efforts. All members of the family, including the children, worked with vigor and pride, until the day the Cubellises attached their sign to the store on Main Street, Buzzards Bay. Since you already have some inkling of the outcome, this isn’t a spoiler—the three months was enough. While the start-up wasn’t easy, the family decided to stay for the next 80 years.
Left to right: Johnny (Emilio), (Aunts) Sylvia and Louisa. Nona Speranza, Nono Leonida (Tony). And (Uncles) Guido (taller boy) and Gildo.
the struggle
For a while, the decision to move was dicey. It was a new entity, plus it was a hazardous location since there was little parking and the front door was only steps from a fourlane highway. From many perspectives, this new venture was destined to fail. While the Bourne and Sagamore Bridges had been completed (two massive infrastructure projects of the period), they did little to contribute to the local economy. They served one purpose, and that was to move people. It was soon evident that there wasn’t as much demand for produce as the Cubellises had originally believed. Also, finding vendors grew more complicated because food and produce were scarce as world events unfolded.
While facing insurmountable challenges, Cubellis refused to fail; the chance to grow her business remained in the forefront of her mind, and she wouldn’t be dissuaded—plus, what were her options? Taking advantage of reality, and leveraging opportunity, they did everything to keep their dream alive. The husband and wife team made some interesting observations during their initial introduction to the area. Realizing that while many people traveled for business or a distraction, they also understood many of them were poor— but still had to eat. From this deduction, it made perfect sense that to attract customers, they had to offer selections that the public could afford. As a result, Speranza would bake bread day and night. It was many years later that
the gossipmongers were spreading a tale that she had made a million dollars baking bread she sold for a quarter; this rumor remains unverified. E.J. recalls an interesting story handed down to him regarding his nona’s intuition.“She figured that the public would become her customers if they could purchase a pound of salami, a pound of cheese, and a loaf of her homemade bread; this would be an inexpensive way to feed a whole family for the day.” Her insight proved correct, and customers began to make regular visits to their location, causing the business to remain steady enough to keep operational.
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as Camp Devens, located northwest of Boston, was too small for their needs. They had contemplated a new development project and began a search for a suitable location, one with the capacity for expansion. It took quite a few years, but finally, the government decided that the best site to build a new military base was in the southern part of the state—over the Bourne Bridge and four miles down Route 28. Here they would construct what is known as Camp Edwards—it was about four miles from the door of Mezza Luna. Building began, and men, money, and construction followed. What had been a rural post of insignificance quickly turned into a fortified encampment with the ability to house 30,000 recruits. The adage “timing is everything” could
traveling through Buzzards Bay created a captive audience. Finally, Mezza Luna began to take shape; the Cubellises started to take in boarders and provide laundry services, and because the boarders also needed to be fed, they expanded their culinary offerings. Relying on recipes which had been handed down, Speranza moved from selling those beautiful tomatoes to cooking them for her hungry guests. As time passed and the business grew, so did the family; the result was a need for a larger restaurant and accommodations. The Cubellises improved and embellished their old location; they took part of their home and turned it into the Hickory Room. Here is where they turned the residence into a bar lined with tables and chairs to accommodate growing demand.
recalls the injustice, there is a hint of sensitivity in his voice when he describes how his father had been treated. “My dad grew frustrated; all of the townspeople—even the officials—were his customers. They even drank here.” Reverting to a smile, he says, “He used to hide the booze under a blanket, and everyone knew it. But they still refused to let him rent the license—it was crazy.” Immigrants faced widespread prejudice; the condition permeated most of the society. Once realizing they might not survive this hostile ruling establishment, the Cubellis family (like many others), knew what they had to do to weave into the fabric of America. With little choice available, Emilio II changed his name to Johnny—just as his dad, when he became known as Tony.
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q not have been more accurate with these events. With the influx of workers came the need to feed and house them. Compounding this stroke of luck, it was in 1939, after continuous conflicts and political unrest taking place in Europe and Asia, that World War II broke out (although the US didn’t officially become involved until December 7, 1941, with the attack on Pearl Harbor). The writing was on the wall, and our country hesitantly prepared to take a role in the battle. With infrastructure ramping up and the geopolitical turmoil, not only did money begin to drip into the economy, but anyone with even the most minimal ability to fulfill a need of the government would prove to be beneficial. Having a steady stream of construction workers, engineers, and government officials 44 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
They also began to purchase the surrounding land to keep the growing family together; clusters of homes began to dot the property—as found today. Everyone lived on the compound, so that home and work were only seconds from each other. early prejudice
Eventually, Emilio II was called in to take over, but it wasn’t easy; he faced hard times, just as his parents. Discrimination was commonplace. Often, Italian-Americans could not find work, they couldn’t borrow money, and no one was going to trust them with paying back a loan. “Even when we made numerous requests for a liquor license, it was denied over and over,” E.J. III explains during our interview. Though this bigotry took place long ago, when the third generation owner/chef
There is no polite way to say this: Johnny worked his ass off his whole life. His son, E.J., attests to this fact when he tells stories about his father going to great lengths to keep the restaurant open during lean times. Once, when no one could supply him with a hundred gallons of frying clams for the Fourth of July weekend, Johnny traveled all the way to Ipswich and found a source. And while it was an odd meeting, to say the least, he made the entire deal with a promise to repay and a handshake. He then loaded up his old Rambler and made it back with a car full of frozen clams, trying to figure out how he could keep them from defrosting in the hot summer sun. When asked why a stranger would sell his dad a hundred gallons of frying clams without any assurances of getting paid, E.J.
E.J. and his wife Bernie with their three children. Vinny, Gianna Rose and Emilio.
responded with a laugh, “I guess the supplier figured, what else does a guy do with that many clams besides selling them?” Then there was the story of a purveyor of beef products who arrived at the back door offering a deal on 50 full-sized prime ribs. Johnny, having no idea where he was going to store them—or even how to cook them—exclaimed, “These aren’t Italian; what do I want them for?” With some urging by his chef, Johnny agreed to purchase the whole lot, and once the transaction was completed, the chef seasoned one of the slabs with a special preparation of spices and threw it into the oven. After four or five hours, the first piece was sliced from the monster rack of ribs. E.J. remembers the moment his dad tried the initial cut. “This is great,” Johnny said, “how did you do this?” But, once told what
had to be done and the expense associated with the preparation, he was taken aback by the cost of making such a tasty and tender meal. Since that day, crowds have been showing up at Mezza Luna—every Wednesday and Saturday—for what they bill as “The best prime rib on Cape Cod.” Another fond memory of E.J.’s is the story of a tomato salesman who tried to take advantage of his dad. After storing hundreds of cases of tomatoes on the property—at an agreed-upon price—as the last box came off the tailgate, the delivery guy told Johnny the rate for each box was going to be greater than the agreed-upon price. It seemed the driver believed he had the restaurant owner over a barrel; the restaurant owner—needing the product—wouldn’t
balk at the change after the unloading. Almost reliving the sentiment of the moment, E.J., with a smile of admiration for his father, explains, “My dad said no, that wasn’t the deal. You can put them back on your truck and get them out of here.” But, that wasn’t the end of it. Johnny was a man of old-fashioned principles, and when the salesman explained that he would change his mind and give him the agreedupon price, Johnny told him no once again. No longer able to trust the man’s word, Johnny shouted, “Get these &#%!@! tomatoes out of here! I don’t want ‘em.” The astonished driver reloaded the truck, and they were returned to the manufacturing plant. The lesson learned by E.J. and those who did business with the Cubellises was that promises and handshakes create SOCOmagazine.com | MAy 2017 45
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agreements, and a person’s word and reputation has value. starting a new family
During the formative years of the business, Johnny couldn’t let starting a family interfere with his goals, and so it wasn’t until his siblings were settled and comfortable did he decide to get married and have children—he was 50 years young. Even with the prospect of having his kids coming on board at some point, it would be about 20 years before Johnny could even consider passing the torch— and that was if any of his kids would want to work at such a difficult job. the next generation
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even at my young age. I knew my father needed my help,” E.J. explains. “I could be getting into trouble in study hall or helping the old man—he was pushing 70 at that point. I knew where I belonged.” Becoming sentimental, E.J. says, “My dad was tough; he had to be—this isn’t a high-profit business. You have to make all the nickels and dimes you can because there aren’t many dollars to be made.” Anyone familiar with the restaurant business understands that 12–14-hour days—seven days a week—can take its toll, even on the toughest operator. Johnny worked into his 80s, and could often be seen through the kitchen door. There are many reasons why this particular business has continued to be strong and has passed through three generations. Much is due to highly-guarded secrets of the
trade, but there are some we became privy to. “I started working at the restaurant early in my life, but I took over in September 1993,” says E.J. “I graduated high school and went lobstering for a year, then went to Johnson and Wales [University, Culinary Program].” With this, E.J. fondly pulls out a large ledger and says, “You can see what my dad wrote here; he used to write in these [journals] as if they were his private diaries. Every day he would record the weather, the number of people served—anything of importance. But what’s special about the entries is that he would write his thoughts in the columns.” I stared down and must say, it felt like Johnny was at the table, and the comments were ringing with his voice: “I’m going to Italy with my brother, I hope everything
will go well and we make it back safely.” Also telling, he wrote of his innermost feelings when he handed over the reins to his son E.J. Emotionally charged, but doubtful he would ever say it aloud, once back from his travels he wrote about the good job his son had done taking on the many tasks of running the place. It was the day he was ready to take on a partner. E.J. recalls, “I was 21 and running the place, and while I had education, it was my dad’s street smarts and his mind for business that kept us afloat. Hey, of course, we fought and had differences of opinion— even about recipes—but that never took us away from what we were there to do.” the fire
October 20, 2007 was an ordinary evening—one like any other. As guests filled the tables in the old
“I first thought it was a small fire, and the fire department would have it out quickly, but when they started to become concerned, I realized that things were getting out of control,” E.J. says with sadness in his tone. The fire was up in a space that was nearly inaccessible; it had enough oxygen to burn and had a head start on any attempt to knock it down. It’s anyone’s guess what shock went through the minds of the family and workers who stood by, realizing that the only choice they had was to get everyone out of the building and save their lives. As orderly as possible, the building cleared; anything of importance that could be taken may have been grabbed, but in hindsight, many more important items should have been saved if at all possible. In the dark, the bright flames engulfing the now empty structure, Johnny, Rosemary, E.J., his wife Bernadette
delivery of Emilio Thomas John Cubellis III was announced. “It was a gift, and I’m happy to say that my dad had a chance to see his grandson. It meant a lot, especially after watching his life’s work go up in flames,” E.J. recounts. During the entire process, the air seemed to be filled with concern, expressed by citizens and customers alike. Through letters, emails, and phone calls, the support never ended. a new beginning
Due to intense planning and a vigorous building schedule, on April 6, 2009—nearly 18 months from the date of the fire—the new Mezza Luna opened to crowds of family, friends, and well-wishers. Modern and conveniently laid out, the expanded building was completed using the most efficient mechanical systems, stateof-the-art electronics, and comprehesive
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q building, staff ran with trays of food, bartenders poured cocktails, and the chefs made a racket with the sounds of sauté pans hitting the surface of the hot stoves. Work began to take shape for another great evening—or so everyone believed. Then it happened, without warning. “I smelled smoke in the dining room,” E.J. vividly recalls. “It didn’t make sense; it was coming through the ceiling vent.” Realizing something was amiss, he went off to check the attic; it was there he saw the flames dancing. He immediately realized the seriousness of the situation and alerted his staff to evacuate the building. A call was placed to 911, while his mother, Rosemary, began to assist getting the customers out of harm’s way.
(Bernie), and about 1,000 guests and neighbors, watched from the parking lot as a lifetime of dreams and memories crumbled. As tears dripped down many a cheek, an emptiness filled the stomachs of the Cubellis family. Having no doubts about the future, E.J. leaned over to his father and said, “I promise you, Mezza Luna is going to be put back.” While the ashes continued to smolder, E.J. had already begun working on a plan; in only a few days he had a commercial trailer on the lot—it became the new command center. For those affected by the fire, the situation looked bleak; but as has been said, when one door closes, another opens. It was only 10 days after the terrible fire destroyed decades of hard work that the
kitchen equipment. Every detail was thought through and analyzed in advance. The new Hickory room, multiple dining rooms, and the waiting area are all decorated with photos of family and employees which span 80 years. Special care went into the massive kitchen, which contains what appears to be miles of stainless steel tables and counters, a bank of ovens, and huge stoves that turn out thousands of meals each week. But, just as important as erecting a new building was the heartfelt enthusiasm from a caring community who also felt a loss from the fire. Once the new restaurant opened, horns began to blare, and voices sang out from cars as they passed. Drivers formed continuous lines up and down Main Street to conSOCOmagazine.com | MAy 2017 49
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gratulate E.J. and his family—the family who wouldn’t give up but only dug in their heels when facing obstacles, and who made their mark on the small town many years prior. In turn, although already known for its commitment to the community, Mezza Luna opened up nearly every week, playing host to dozens of events and charitable causes. Stories circulated about a few families who found themselves down on their luck, needing to have an event. Remarkably, whether they could meet the cost upfront, the small groups were welcomed to the restaurant to enjoy themselves. And, as to how they would settle up the bill, E.J. figured that it could wait until some date in the future—he wasn’t worried. the next generation
Today, E.J. spends his time chasing his kids out of the kitchen—it can be a hazardous environment. While the prospects of a fourth generation entering into this restaurant family is hard to imagine in our lifetime, there are indications it’s catching on, or at least piquing interest. When it’s quiet (which isn’t that often), E.J. and Bernie let the kids mingle with the 50 May 2017 | SOCOmagazine.com
staff or try out some of the easier jobs so that they get an introduction to the business. The question so often asked of the couple is whether or not the kids will be carrying on the family tradition when they grow up. The three children—Gianna Rose, 11 years-old; Emilio III, nine; and Vincenzo (Vinny) who is seven—have shown interest in the restaurant. Not long ago, Bernie shot some photos of the three kids dressed as chefs in the kitchen—the photo may be viewed between the bar and the main dining room. But, if it is anyone who will possibly run the front of the house, it will most likely be Gianna Rose. She is gathering experience by greeting guests and bringing them menus—even thanking them for coming by. For at least another 10 or 15 years, the question will remain whether or not Mezza Luna will be passed to Spiranza’s greatgrandchildren. According to E.J., that is up to them. “I want them all to go to college and then decide if this is for them,” he says. While he has picked out who he suspects will join the family business, we aren’t saying too much. We’ll see what happens.
don’t let the memories fade
Unlike large chain restaurants, Mezza Luna has a long and noteworthy history; it’s always going to be judged by the last visit or meal. Surrounding the hostess station is an area at the entrance lined with awards, commendations, and restaurant reviews. Much of the wall décor is reminiscent of the Cubellis’s lives. Old menus, photos, and collectables detail not just the history of the business, but reflections on the country over the last 80 years. Of special note: If you decide to visit Mezza Luna anytime soon, be sure to ask about the framed photo of a woman having dinner with a friend near the outdoor patio. She sent it awhile back—because it was taken on Father’s day and she believed E.J. might want to see it. Over her shoulder is the image of a man who looks a lot like Johnny; the problem is, he passed a few years prior to the photo being taken. You need to be the judge of its authenticity; but if it is him, what can be deducted from this remarkable photo is that he is still watching over the place he loved, and the people who meant so much to him. We wish the Cubellis family a sincere congratulations on 80 years of success. H
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Working Group’s (EWG—a non-profit organization) annual Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce. Here, readers will find the list of the Dirty Dozen™ fruits and vegetables—which suggests you either consider organic alternatives or avoid the items on the list altogether.
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2017 dirty dozen™ fruits and vegetables This year the EWG selected those produce products with the highest levels of contaminates; they include (in order from the worst to still bad) strawberries, spinach, nectarines, apples, peaches, celery, grapes, pears, cherries, tomatoes, sweet bell peppers, and potatoes.
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Those wishing to avoid the consumption of toxic chemicals should consider converting to organic choices—but this is easier said than done, because if you are like many of us, going out to eat is often an absolute necessity. Very few restaurants are using organic fruits and vegetables in their servings, and unless they print it on the menu, you can be sure that the bushels of produce they receive have been grown conventionally. Still, it is wise to eat well when at home. Here’s why: In 2015, researcher Cynthia Curl from the University of Washington reported that those who “often or always” purchase organic produce had less toxic insecticides (in particular organophosphate) detected in their urine. Even more surprising is that the results remained constant even though subjects reported that they eat 70 percent more servings of fruits and vegetables than those who had indicated they rarely shop organic. While we can’t point to a direct correlation or cause-and-effect relationship between contaminated foods and disease processes, each bite you take every day could very well be a gamble. Yes, farm-to-table is a romantic and “feelgood” concept we all wish to embrace, but the fact remains that what you can’t see could be building up in your body with questionable results. It is anyone’s guess why we see many nervous system problems develop in children, young adults, and those just reaching their senior year. The elephant in the room—or shall we say, kitchen—is whether we question what effects pesticides have on brain chemistry and neuro development in the unborn or dementia in the elderly. Who knows what further research will yield, but for those of us questioning the safety of our fresh food supply, we believe gambling should only take place at the tables of a casino. H
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HEAR TODAY, GONE TOMORROW ( ( ( WHAT DID YOU SAY ABOUT HEARING LOSS? ) ) ) by Rob Saint Laurent
inety-year-olds with hearing aids will attest that excessive noise was no stranger to earlier mechanized industry, as blaring machinery churned out an improved standard of living. Yet despite the Information Age, accounting for population growth, hearing loss has only progressed. The Hearing Loss Association of America (hearingloss.org) states that about 20 percent or 48 million Americans currently have lost hearing to some extent; that number increases to roughly one-third for those aged 65 and up. Looking deeper, 2012 US Census data tells us that more than four million Americans aged 18–64 report some degree of hearing loss, ranging from deafness to “slight difficulty hearing on the phone.”1 Is a growing epidemic going unheard?
hydraulic pressure as the wave travels along the basilar membrane where thousands of sensory hair cells “ride the wave.” Hair cells near the wider opening detect higher pitch sounds such as a crying baby, while those toward the center detect lower pitch sounds such as a large dog barking. Each hair responds best to a specific frequency and each hair movement causes a change in its electrical potential. Combined with a chemical influx through its cell membrane, that change spurs an electrical current that is fed to the auditory nerve and carried to the brain where it is interpreted as sound.2, 3 A marvelous design, we could have gotten by with less. Instead, we’ve been given an opportunity to witness the fuller spectrum of God’s creation: a delicate songbird, the soft rustle of leaves, the soothing whisper of a gentle ocean breeze. But if not cognizant, that birthright can be as fleeting as the month of May.
THE MIRACLE OF HEARING
Though science still hasn’t deciphered all the intricacies of human sound perception, we do know the basics of how we hear. The primary purpose of the sensory organ known as the ear is to detect, transmit, and transduce/transform sound to the brain through its three component parts: the outer, middle, and inner ear. (Another important function is to help us maintain balance.) In the outer ear, skin and cartilage collect sound waves and funnel them into the opening of the auditory canal at the lower center. Approximately an inch in length, the auditory canal leads to the eardrum, which sound waves cause to vibrate. This vibration triggers movement in three small bones in the middle ear called the ossicles—the malleus or hammer, incus or anvil, and stapes or stirrup. These bones amplify the sound and send it to the cochlea, a small, snail-shaped structure filled with fluid in the inner ear, split into upper and lower parts by the basilar (base) membrane upon which our hearing structures sit.2, 3 Inside the cochlea, sound causes the fluid to ripple, forming
HEARING LOSS TODAY
According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA.org), hearing loss is defined by type, degree, and configuration. There are three types of hearing loss: conductive, sensorineural, and mixed. Conductive happens when sound isn’t carried efficiently through the auditory canal to the ossicles, resulting in reduced sound or inability to hear faint sounds. Causal factors include fluid in the middle ear from colds; swimmer’s ear infection, as from trapped moisture, in the outer ear canal; and earwax buildup or an infection in the middle canal—all of which are often medically reversible. Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) occurs when either the inner ear (cochlea) or nerve pathways to the brain are damaged. It can be caused by exposure to loud noise, head trauma, and drugs toxic to hearing, for example. Unable to be surgically fixed, SNHL is the most common type of permanent loss. Mixed hearing loss refers to instances where there is combined SOCOmagazine.com | MAy 2017 69
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damage in the outer or middle ear (conductive) and inner ear/cochlea (sensorineural) or auditory nerve. In common noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), even brief exposure to overly loud sound can cause damage to the inner ear. This type of hearing loss can be immediate or take time to become discernable (for example, difficulty hearing during conversation); it can be temporary or permanent; and can happen to nearly anyone, affecting as many as 40 million Americans.4 Sound less than 75 decibels, even after long exposure, is unlikely to cause hearing loss. Repetitive or long exposure to those above 85, however, can result in injury—while 140 decibels is generally regarded as the threshold to permanent damage.4 For perspective, a refrigerator hums at 45 decibels; we speak at 60; motorcycles rumble at 95; a jackhammer and siren 125; and a gunshot or firecracker 150 at three feet.4 An aging populace is one reason why hearing loss is becoming more prevalent. However, when adjusting for age, gender, and race, curious subgroups come into focus. Through Agrawal, Platz, and Niparko’s retrospective look at the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey of 1999–2004, for example, adults in the youngest age group (20–29 years) showed rising incidence of speech-frequency hearing loss at 8.5 percent of 29 million Americans aged 20–69, or 16.1 percent of adults, in 2003–2004. Further, odds of loss were 5.5 times higher in men and 70 percent higher in Caucasians versus African Americans.5 Agrawal et al. state that excessive noise, smoking, and cardiovascular issues were all general causes. While all these risk factors can affect hearing loss in elders, noise appears the main culprit in the younger from excessive volume and prolonged use of handheld media devices such as MP3 players—max volume equal to 105 decibels, with direct transmission via earbuds.4 Researchers have estimated that as many as 17 percent of teens (aged 12–19) have features of their hearing test suggestive of NIHL in one or both ears, based on 2005–2006 data.4 CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?
It doesn’t take long to recognize symptoms of hearing loss. The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) lists the following considerations: needing people to constantly repeat themselves (even in close proximity), trouble hearing in noisy places, believing others mumble, and requiring a higher volume on the TV or radio. An affected person may also exhibit telltale feelings and behaviors such as humiliation, hiding the issue, avoiding once-loved activities and family gatherings, and feeling alienated from one’s high-pitched young children. In turn, this can lead to other negative feelings such as anxiety and depression. If hearing loss is suspected, either one’s primary care or an otolaryngologist (ear-nose-throat/ENT doctor) should be consulted. HLAA also condones obtaining a waiver to see an audiologist directly. Hearing loss is diagnosed through one’s history, behavior, and medical and audiological examinations. ANOTHER KIND OF AIR POLLUTION
In 1978, former US Surgeon General William H. Stewart observed, “Calling noise a nuisance is like calling smog an inconvenience. Noise must be considered a health hazard to people everywhere.”6
Where noise is described as unwanted sound, environmental noise is all unwanted sound in the community except that emanating from the workplace. Goines and Hagler state that environmental noise pollution is more powerful than ever and increasing in magnitude, while Schell concurs with their belief that noise violates rights guaranteed to US citizens and is no different than air and water pollution.6, 7 Its health consequences consist of not only hearing loss but tinnitus and high blood pressure, for instance. Moreover, noise pollution has social and economic costs.5 Though noise pollution became a public health issue beginning with the Clean Air Act of 1970, cutbacks in the 1980s led to discontinuance of the EPA’s Office of Noise Abatement and Control (ONAC) and thus any uniformity in state and local noise regulation.8 Though certain federal agencies such as the FAA still have authority over noise restriction within their respective domains, the US still lacks a national standard for environmental noise.8 EARS TO HEAR
Though age-related hearing loss from damaged hairs over time is irreversible, ASHA describes practical behaviors for preserving hearing into later life. If loud noises can’t be avoided, as when shooting recreationally or using power tools, protective hearing wear should be employed. Earplugs and earmuffs can be used both separately and in combination to block and/or cover the ear canal. Another prudent recommendation is to keep sound as low as possible when using earphones, Bluetooth, or speaking with a cell phone close. At the workplace, with millions exposed to constant noise greater than 85 decibels each day leading to gradual but permanent damage to hearing, it’s important that ear protection is made available according to identified risks per Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations. Though ears usually clean themselves, another practical suggestion is the age-old admonition to “get the wax out of your ears.” This can be accomplished either with a few drops of mineral or baby oil, or having a doctor do it using saline, water, or other methods. (Avoid cotton swabs, as these can push wax in further.) Largely preventable, we are wise to protect our own hearing while monitoring and advocating for any local change. H
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Rob Saint Laurent, MEd is a health writer and editor. http://libguides.gallaudet.edu/content.php?pid=119476&sid=1029190 How Do We Hear? National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, National Institutes of Health. https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/how do-we-hear 3. http://www.creationmoments.com/radio/transcripts/miracle-hearing 4. Noise-Induced Hearing Loss. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, National Institutes of Health. https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/ health/how-do-we-hear 5. Agrawal, Y., E.A., Platz, Niparko, J.K. (2008, July 28). Prevalence of hearing loss and differences by demographic characteristics among US adults: Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 1999-2004. Archives of Internal Medicine, 168(14), 1522-30. DOI: 10.1001/archinte.168.14.1522 6. Goines, L., Hagler, L. (2007, March). Noise Pollution: A Modern Plague. Southern Medical Journal, 100(3), 287-94. DOI: 10.1097/SMJ.0b013e3180318be5 7. Schell, L.M. (2007, March). Effects of Noise Contribute to Physicians’ Challenges. Southern Medical Journal, 100(3). DOI: 10.1097/SMJ.0b013e31802f1af4 8. Blackwell, E. A Brief History: Addressing Noise Pollution in the US. Black and Veatch. 1.
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invest what’s causing the slowing demand for new borrowing, highlighted by the Bank of America economist.
Don’t Overreact to Skyrocketing Consumer Confidence
Keep an Eye on this Spring’s Real Estate Market
The strength of the upcoming spring real estate market will present a good test if the higher mortgage rates are going to put a damper on home purchases. If they do, it will add to the concerns that the growth in consumer borrowing has peaked for this cycle. If, however, the housing market remains strong, then March’s high confidence number might just get higher, and this long economic expansion might get longer, thus proving that the economy can handle higher rates and that it is stronger than many of us believe.
by Tim Hayes
he last time consumer confidence got as high as this March was in December of 2000 during the tail end of the dot-com boom. Back then, though, it took only three months from that great reading for the US to enter a recession. There are signs that this March’s high level might be this cycle’s high and that tougher times lie ahead.
The Elephant in the Room
Before 1980 when the government began reducing regulations on bank lending as well as in other areas, total debt in the United States was $4.5 trillion. Today that number is around $66 trillion. (The chart only goes to 2015. After that date, the Federal Reserve broke up the two components—debt securities and loans—into two separate parts.) Since 1980, debt has risen 1366%—an average of almost 8% a year. My guess is most of us have not seen our incomes rise by that amount. Thus, with this level of debt not supported by higher incomes, it might not take interest rates to go up that much to have a negative impact on the economy.
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
The same day that the consumer confidence number came out, Bloomberg News ran a story titled “Sluggish Bank Lending Is the New Focal Point for Trump Reality Check.” In that article, Michele Meyer, an economist at Bank of America, is quoted saying, “One of the stories for optimism at the start of the year was that the gain in confidence and financial market deregulation would spur a rebound in credit creation. Surprisingly, the data show the opposite.”
Your Investment Strategy
Try not to let monthly statistics get in the way of your long-term planning, as it is just as likely that the opposite of what you would think may happen. The fundamentals have not changed: The stock market is pricey and the high level of private debt makes it less likely that interest rates will rise much, which keeps your position in bonds from dropping. And until the next recession, we will remain in a slowgrowth recovery. H
What Happened Before the Great Recession
The previous economic cycle saw consumer confidence peaking in October 2007; then it took only two months for the US to enter the worst recession since the Great Depression. As you can see, very high levels of consumer confidence do not always portend to better times. Sometimes the higher interest rates that go along with increasing confidence set the stage for reduced borrowing, which then leads to the inevitable next recession. The Federal Reserve
These are the opinions of Financial Advisor Tim Hayes and not necessarily those of Cambridge, are for informational purposes only, and should not be construed or acted upon as individualized investment advice.
Two weeks before the high reading of consumer confidence, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for only the third time in this current expansion. They also are hinting that they might raise rates an additional two or three times this year. It is also possible that the rise in interest rates post-election is
Alloway, Tracy, and Sid Verma and Julie Verhage, “Sluggish Bank Lending Is the New Focal Point for Trump Reality Check.” Bloomberg Markets, March 27, 2017. https://www. bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-03-28/sluggish-bank-lending-is-new-focal-point-fortrump-reality-check
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hat does it mean to be really understood? People and partners often say they understand, but saying so neither confirms nor proves that they do. The power of full understanding is great, such as the satisfaction and excitement we feel when someone really “gets us.” Many crave to be fully understood; being misunderstood is painful. When two people form a deep connection, they share a worldview in which understanding feels complete and a deeper life purpose is validated. Without understanding, relationships deteriorate. Understanding literally means “standing under” as in support, the way a foundation holds up a house while keeping it upright and stable. When great compassion is offered in conjunction with understanding, agreement is not necessary; we can acknowledge another’s pain or joy without agreeing with them. Offering understanding is a form of loving in which listening is the active loving ingredient. Attentive listening occurs when the listener hears not only the speaker’s words, but also the experience expressed underneath them. In complete understanding, our pains and passions are completely received by another. Much of the pain of life comes from the separateness of individuality, a painful condition that is allayed by enjoying others’ company and by coupling with another in love. Romantic togetherness soothes the separateness for a number of years, typically before differences overshadow similarities. The opportunity of understanding, if rigorously practiced, builds bridges between separate worlds. The connection offered by deep understanding, even without agreement, creates a shared experience. Being understood chases the clouds of aloneness away. Where two people are in complete understanding, it is as if they are of one mind. The personal worlds of romantic partners diverge when a relationship is troubled with problems. Understanding is among the right tools to repair the rift—but to do so, skilled listening, free of defensiveness, must be offered. Certainly it is a large challenge for partners
where both are in pain. Understanding begins with the openness necessary to learn about the other’s experience. When defensiveness is present, the reception of sharing from which understanding is built is blocked. Judgment is a form of defensiveness that is one of many obstacles to understanding. Eliminating defensiveness is key in problem solving and connection building. Problems generate anger. Misunderstanding is a common problem that provokes anger. When we are misunderstood, it is a painful rejection or abandonment. And the opposite is true as well: Understanding reduces anger the way water puts out fire. Understanding comforts anger and pain by nonverbally saying, “Let me join you in your pain... we will bear it together.” Where there is deep understanding, there is little anger, because there will be few injuries. More than a way to resolve difficulties, understanding is one of the materials from which a loving bond is built—the stuff of relationship hopes and dreams. Being close, having a sense of connection, and being part of a togetherness all require understanding. Words give hope that being warmly connected to another is possible, while action that follows proves whether that hope was well deserved. Behavior that is consistent with a verbal understanding shows that it is complete. After all, action has the potential to show that the phrase “I understand” is more than just two words. In action, an understanding partner demonstrates that “I get you.” When the connection between two people has deteriorated, deliberate problem-solving discussions may rejuvenate closeness. Positive, solution-oriented language with respect for the other’s perspective creates an environment in which understanding can grow. Great care practiced by both partners protects the potential for getting close again, because just like the way winds of hurt easily blow out the flame of love, careless, hurtful words chase all possibility of understanding away. H Andrew Aaron, LICSW is a sex and relationship therapist who practices in the New Bedford Seaport. SOCOmagazine.com | MAy 2017 73
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10th Anniversary AD20/21 Gala Friends and guests gathered at the Boston Center for the Arts at the Cyclorama for the 10th Annual AD20/21 Gala Preview. The gala was to celebrate and support the fourth annual Boston Design Week, a 12-day Citywide Design Festival as well as to benefit Design Museum Boston. AD20/21 was the anchor show and final weekend of Boston Design Week. This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award went to Jonathan Leo Fairbanks, noted curator and Fuller Craft Museum director.
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NAUTICAL Annual Figawi Charity Event Gala: May 20, 2017 Race Weekend: May 27–28, 2017 Hyannis/Nantucket, MA figawi.com New York Yacht Club Regatta June 2–6, 2017 | Annapolis to Newport Race June 2–4, 2017 | NYYC One Design Regatta (Etchells Nationals) June 4, 2017 | Leukemia Cup June 9–11, 2017 | 163rd Annual Regatta presented by Rolex Newport, RI; nyyc.org Discover Southeast Alaska June 23–30, 2017 Alaska, US Organizer: Museum School springfieldmuseums.org Aboard the 143-foot Admiralty Dream ship. Cost: $2,995
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local wild meadow restoration, and the Garden Conservancy’s Open Days program. A private house and garden. Garden of Flags – Remembering & Honoring Massachusetts Military Heroes May 25–30, 2017 Soldiers and Sailors Monument/ Boston Common Beacon and Charles Street Boston, MA May 25, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. Ceremony to honor fallen heroes as a result of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. massmilitayheroes.org
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Circular Abstractions: Bulls-Eye Quilts May 13–Oct. 22, 2017 Fuller Craft Museum 455 Oak St., Brockton, MA fullercraft.org Twenty-five quilts in this touring exhibition by US and international artist. Chihuly Exhibit runs through Oct. 29, 2017 Plein-Air Invitational | June 11, 2017 Summer Solstice Celebration | June 17, 2017 Chillin’ with Chihuly | August 12 & 13, 2017 New York Botanical Garden 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY; nybg.org His first major garden exhibition in NY in more than 10 years.
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Zootopia May 13, 2017 Royal Sonesta Boston Hotel Cambridge, MA zoonewengland.org Cocktail reception, meet the animals, dinner, and dancing. Benefits Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo.
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Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum 396 County St., New Bedford, MA rjdmuseum.org. Visit website for details and fee/registration. Landscape Lectures May 11, 2017 | Mia Lehrer Calderwood Hall Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 25 Evans Way Boston, MA gardnermuseum.org Herreshoff Marine Museum / America’s Cup Hall of Fame June 18, 2017 | Lecture: TBD 1 Burnside St., Bristol, RI herreshoff.org
DELICIOUS Culinary Experiences Ocean House 1 Bluff Ave. Watch Hill, RI oceanhouseevents.com Visit website for complete listing of special events held at OH and the Weekapaug Inn. MV Wine Fest Runs: May 11–14, 2017 May 11, 2017| Art of the Cocktail & Sustainable Wines with Merriam Winery May 12, 2017 | Eco-Awareness Oyster Adventure, Diamond Luncheon with Chateau Bligny, Real Men Drink Pink, Large Format Luminary Farm Dinner, A Vintage Affair with Trifecta Wines, Tasting Terroir with Flanagan Wines, The Range of Rose with Chateau d’Esclans &Knights Bridge Wine Dinner May 13, 2017 | Burgers & Bubbles, VIP Grand Tasting, General Grand Tasting, Discover Napa Cabernet with Caymus Winery, West Coast Dinner on the East Coast with Landmark Wines, Barbecue & Brews May 14, 2017 | Oysters & Bubbles Edgartown, MA thewinefestival.com Visit website for ticket information and details. 21st Annual Nantucket Wine & Food May 17–21, 2017 Nantucket, MA nantucketwinefestival.com
Newport Flower Show June 23, 2017 | Afternoon Tea June 25, 2017 | Champagne & Jazz Brunch Rosecliff Bellevue Ave., Newport, RI newportmansions.org
SPECIAL EVENTS Omni Mount Washington May 5, 2017 | Cinco de Mayo Fun Day May 6, 2017 | Kentucky Derby Day May 14, 2017 | Mother’s Day Brunch 310 Mount Washington Hotel Rd. Bretton Woods, NH omnihotels.com Adair Country Inn & Restaurant May 2017 | Lisbon’s Annual Lilac Festival June 2017 | Annual Fields of Lupine Festival 80 Guider Ln. Bethlehem, NH Limited pet-friendly accommodations. adairinn.com 3rd Annual Red, White & Brew May 19, 2017 Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA bpzoo.org Beer and wine tastings, food trucks, live entertainment, and animal encounters. General and limited VIP early admission ticket options. Revolutionary War Encampment: Escape from Boston May 20 & 21, 2017 Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm 5 Little’s Lane Newbury, MA historicnewengland.org Re-enactment with cannon, cavalry, and drills. Manor house tour. Oldstyle brewed beer, Ipswich Ale Brewery. Cricket demonstration. Memorial Day Parade May 29, 2017 Fairhaven, MA fairhaventours.com The Newport Car Museum Opening: June 1, 2017 1847 West Main Rd. Portsmouth, RI newportcarmuseum.org A private collection of more than 45 automobiles. Handicap accessible.
Newport Flower Show June 23–25, 2017 Rosecliff Bellevue Ave. Newport, RI newportmansions.org Colorful flora designs, exhibits, displays, lectures, demonstrations, shopping, and children’s activities. Proceeds benefit the preservation and restoration of the historic landscapes of The Preservation Society of Newport County. Pints & Paws June 8, 2017 Cape Cod Brewery 1336 Phinneys Lane Hyannis, MA mspca.org Great food, live music, raffle, tastings, and outdoor beer garden. Wellbehaved, leashed, and vaccinated dogs welcome. Treats, activities, and photo booth. Please register.
TOURS Beacon Hill Walking Tour May 6, 2017 Otis House 141 Cambridge St. Boston, MA historicnewengland.org “Servant Life Tour” – At The Elms Through May 19, 2017 Newport, RI newportmansions.org Advance reservations required for the Servant Tour. Self-guided audio and guide-led tours are available at the other houses. Visit website for details. Art and Architecture Tour Boston Athenæum 10 1/2 Beacon St. Boston, MA bostonathenæum.org Free hour-long tour with docent. Advance booking.
GREAT OUTDOORS Mount Washington Cog Railway Coal-fired steam engine excursions and biodiesel locomotive cab rides to the highest peak in New England. 3168 Base Station Rd. Mount Washington, NH thecog.com
Cuttyhunk Ferry Company Spring Schedule: Through May 26, 2017 Early Summer Schedule: May 27– June 17, 2017 State Pier, South Bulkhead Foot of Union St. New Bedford, MA cuttyhunkferryco.com Sky Gazing May 6, 2017 Ballard Park Hazard Rd. Newport, RI With Robert Horton and Scott MacNeill from Brown University and their high-powered telescopes. Donation suggested. Rain date: May 7, 2017 ballardpark.org Bark in the Park May 6, 2017 Nelson Park Nelson St. Plymouth, MA plymouthbarktoberfest.com Contest, competitions, adoption parade, photo booth, rabies clinic, and more! Visit site for rules and regulations. Rhode Island Air Show May 20 & 21 2017 Quonset Air National Guard Base For GPS use: 210 Airport St. North Kingston, RI rhodeislandairshow.com Welcoming back the Canadian Snowbirds. Visit website for list of performers. New England Powwow May 27 & 28, 2017 | Spring Planting Moon Powwow
Marshfield Fairgrounds 140 Main St., Marshfield, MA June 3, 2017 | Pratt Farm Strawberry Moon Powwow; 110 E. Main St., Middleborough, MA June 10 & 11, 2017 | 43rd Annual Powwow La Salette Fairgrounds 947 Park St. Attleboro, MA wanderingbull.com Visit website for additional locations and events through mid-November. Walk With Me & Ski Run for Easter Seals June 1, 2017 Veterans Park Elm St., Manchester, NH eversource.com Providing individuals with disabilities innovative programs and services.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! ST. JULIE’S LADIES GUILD GARDEN TOUR Six Beautiful Gardens in Dartmouth & New Bedford West End Saturday, July 15, 2017 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Rain or Shine ADVANCE TICKETS $18 DAY OF TOUR TICKETS $20 TOUR & LUNCHEON $35 at St. Julie’s Reception Hall 11:30 a.m.– 1 p.m.
Eversource Walk for Boston Children’s Hospital June 11, 2017 Hatch Shell Boston, MA eversource.com Benefits patient care, pediatric research, and community health programs.
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FILM The Fairhaven Short Film Festival May 5 and 6, 2017 To benefit the Fairhaven Improvement Association. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m. Fairhaven Town Hall Auditorium 40 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA General seating. For advance tickets, call Howe Allen Realty 888-491-9993 or stop by 43 Center St., Fairhaven, MA or 185 Union St., New Bedford, MA. $12 adult; $10 students & seniors.
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