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VOLUME XIX- ISSUE 74
SBCA Rededicates Farragut Statue by Rick Winterson
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he statue of Admiral David Fa rra g ut, located within its circle where Day Boulevard meets East Broadway, was rededicated last Sunday. It is Year No. 125 since the statue had first been originally dedicated. So, a hardy band of South Bostonians gathered in cold rain to place a wreath there, under colors presented by a U.S. Navy Color Guard. The Pledge of Allegiance was spoken; Bryan Bishop led the singing of the National Anthem. The event was sponsored by the SBCA (the South Boston Citizens’ Association). The arrangements were made by SBCA member Bernie O’Donnell, who as the then SBCA President, rededicated the statue on its Centennial in 1993. The Farragut statue was completed, officially accepted as a monument,
Irish Eyes are Smiling
and then first dedicated in 1893. The statue’s creator, sculptor Henry Hudson Kitson, also sculpted the Minuteman statue on Lexington Green. The year 1893 was 23 years after Farragut’s death in 1870, and 28 since the end of the Civil War. For a variety of reasons, there was a countrywide desire to memorialize American history, including its historic events, and the heroes who took part in them. Admiral Farragut was certainly one of these. In addition, Farragut was a memorable character in his own right. He served in the U.S. Navy for 60 years, beginning as a nine- or ten-yearold midshipman (yes, he was 9 or 10). He saw combat in the War of 1812, the Mexican/American War, and the Civil War – still the War that has claimed the most American lives. His most famous victory was the Battle of Mobile Bay. He was a seaman to the core as well, whose duties also included the more day-today missions of blockades, stamping out piracy, escorting private vessels, and
Parade Chief Marshal John Beatty and his mother Carol, who has her own mustard and horseradish.
All Eyes were smiling at a truly great celebration! Formally named “The 2019 Tom & Eddie Butler St. Patrick’s Senior Salute”, the 2019 Senior Salute was nonstop laughter, fond embraces, and loud conversation. Story and Photos on Page 6
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Tradition, Celebration Continue in Boston By Ray Flynn, Former Mayor of Boston and Ambassador to the Vatican
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f you want to learn about Boston’s and Massachusetts’ legendary history, sitting in on a get-together of retired reporters, politicians, professors — history junkies all — is the best way I know. This group, which meets at Doyle’s Cafe in Jamaica Plain periodically, is brought together by longtime Boston Herald national award-winning reporter Bob Hannon, who has covered just about every major event from the Korean and Vietnam wars to the state and national elections of John F. Kennedy, and Boston Mayor Kevin White. When he showed up knocking at your door or arrived on the scene of a local event, you knew the story was going to be honestly and professionally reported. The number of informed, retired professionals who have met over over the years for lunch has dropped in number, but it continues to attract historians and authors, which helps keep the conversation interesting. Many of its members are military veterans, civic activists and grandparents, so we hear a good and important family
message all the time. Doyle’s restaurant reminds everybody who walks in the door about Boston and Ireland’s colorful political history, with photos of Michael Collins, Mayor “Honey Fitz” Fitzgerald, James Michael Curley, JFK, Ted Kennedy and a giant mural on the wall with many Boston legends. The featured speaker at Friday’s meeting was the respected Eddie Quill, former reporter for The Boston Globe and City of Boston archivist who introduced his fascinating new book, “When Last the Glorious Light … Lay of the Massachuset,” about the history of Native Americans in Massachusetts going back to the historic landing of the Pilgrims in 1620. While listening to Quill talk about his book, I was amazed by the passion and knowledge about Native American history that this son of South Boston demonstrated. But the day was not yet over, this being the busiest season of the year, with Lent and St. Patrick’s Day. After attending the Stations of the Cross with Father Casey, it was off to one of the many great civic events sponsored by one of America’s oldest civic organizations, the South Boston Citizens Association. Saturday was also special, with the Senior Salute, which pays tribute to
Boston’s Gold Star families. It’s really a pleasure to talk with our seniors and military family members who have meant so much to our city. It’s also good to see our elected officials, like Mayor Marty Walsh, Congressman Stephen Lynch, state Rep. David Biele, City Councilors Michael Flaherty and Ed Flynn and Chief Marshal John Beatty. A jam-packed crowd of seniors enjoyed the breakfast, Irish music and
dancers from the Woods School of Irish Dance, but mostly the camaraderie of longtime friends and great neighbors, and meeting new residents. Congratulations to Tommy McGrath, Bernie O’Donnell, Richie DeVoe, Joyce Higgins, Pauline Barr and Cheryl Joyce. Tradition matters and a proud and longtime Boston civic and Irish celebration and tradition continues.
The SBCA Announces Last Sunday, South Boston Online received an important announcement from Tommy McGrath, the President of the SBCA (the South Boston Citizens’ Association). As you know, the SBCA, as part of its fortnight of events before each Evacuation Day, arranges a Memorial Mass in the two-century old St. Augustine Chapel, followed by a march to the Monument on Dorchester Heights for Historical Exercises. These events will take place this year on Saturday morning, March 16, at 9 a.m. in the Chapel and 10 a.m. on the Heights, respectively. This announcement says that the Boston University Marching Band and the Boston Latin Band will combine to lead the march from the Chapel to the Dorchester Heights Monument. The bands will then play music on the Heights until the Historical Exercises are finished. Don’t miss this one!
IN MEMORIAM - 19th ANNIVERSARY STEVIE SIMPSON 3-3-1949 - 3-18-2000
Though the winds of time my blow away the memories, the wind blown sands have etched a precious moment in my mind. Never to be forgotten MEMORIES
If you forget my death then I died in vain.
Love & Peace – Ethel
No Public Drinking at the Parade The police department is issuing a precaution about your behavior at the Parade. You already know this, so we’ll keep it short. No public drinking is allowed anywhere along the Parade route – from Broadway Station, east on Broadway to P Street, back along Fourth and Fifth to the Heights, then down to Dorchester Street and ending in Andrew Square. NOWHERE! Being caught drinking in public will get you a citation, followed by a mandatory court appearance and a $200 fine. Don’t use marijuana publicly, either. That will get you a citation, too. A final note: South Boston’s vendors of alcoholic beverages have been very cooperative. They have agreed to shut down early in the evening of Parade Day (next Sunday, March 17). They will stop admitting customers at 6:30 p.m., and stop serving at 7. They will then close at 7:30. Sharp! Let’s all plan to go home early after the Parade.
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May luck be our companion May friends stand by our side May history remind us all Of Ireland’s faith and pride May God bless all with happiness May love and faith abide. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Congressman & Mrs.
Stephen F. Lynch and family
Paid for by the Lynch for Congress Committee. Brian Miller, Treasurer
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2019 Boxing Show at Peter Welch’s Gym By Rick Winterson
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ach year, the SBCA (the South Boston Citizens’ Association) organizes a raft of community activities during the two-week period before the March 16 observances of Evacuation Day and the Parade on March 17. One of the key events in this array of activities was the Annual Boxing Show held at Peter Welch’s Gym at 371 Dorchester Avenue. The Show took place Saturday evening, March 9; the Honorary Chair was Steve Murphy, Register of Deeds. The first of 19 evenlymarched bouts got under way immediately.Each bout wa s composed of three 90-second (1-1/2-minute) rounds. Both male and female boxers took part. Jud g i n g , t i me -k e e pi n g ,
a nd re f ere ei n g were a l l uniform a nd accurate. In a brief interview with Peter Welch a f ter wa rd, he mentioned the time and effort put in by the Trainers on his own staff. He also singled out A li Watson and Anthony Cefalo. Both of them not only were Trainers, but also fought in the recent Golden Gloves matches, meaning they spent time training boxers for the Show while still keeping in top shape for their own matches. The three Referees (not an easy job, by the way) were all expert volunteers – Jon Rosentha l, Da nny L ong, a nd Tommy Connors. And Peter Welch also deser ves thank s for hosting another f ine Boxing Show.
Peter Welch (seated) and Steve Murphy, Honorary Chair of the SBCA Boxing Show, at the Judge’s table in Peter’s Gym.
Trophy award time for the Donny Higgins Memorial.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go. –Irish Blessing
And trophies go to Andrew Kingston and Chris Geary as Ref Jon Rosenthal looks on.
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Public Service Announcement – Road Race – Traffic Delays Councilor Flynn & Councilor March 17, 2019 Start Time: 11 AM Flaherty Call For Hearing On SouthExpect Traffic DelaysDate: from 11 – 11:40 AM on Broadway: E Street to Farragut Statute Boston Waterfront City Services Cityside neighborhood in the vicinity of the Club will be affected 9:00 AM – 12 noon
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn and Boston City Councilor At-Large Michael Flaherty called for a hearing regarding city services and public facilities on the South Boston Waterfront. They called attention to equal access to basic city services for taxpaying residents and the lack of public facilities - such as a library, community center or civic space, police and fire stations – despite the unprecedented development and growth that has taken place in the neighborhood. “To me, this is all about public safety and equal access to basic city services for all of our residents,” said Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn. “I have spoken to many constituents in the South Boston Waterfront and Fort Point neighborhoods that are very concerned about response time and what would happen if an emergency took place during rush hour traffic. Residents also talk about civic space and a library for their families. I believe this conversation is important because we need to do all we can to make sure our residents have equal access city services.”
W 6th Street from E to Dorchester St and F from Tudor to W 5th closed to traffic from 9 - 12
Some Parking Restrictions Apply Next to the Club NO PARKING W 6th, F to Dorchester - both sides NO PARKING F St from W 6th to Bowen (Club-side only) Please Look for Fliers and BTD Signs If you’re around Sunday morning, show our runners your Southie spirit and give them a warm and festive welcome.
May you have warm words on a cold evening, a full moon on a dark night,
and the road downhill all the way to your door.
Irish Blessing
City Councilor At Large Michael Flaherty noted that, “As we continue to welcome new businesses, restaurants and developments, we need to ensure we’re including public spaces, such as libraries, schools and other municipal buildings that are often anchor institutions in other neighborhoods. These spaces allow neighbors to gather and host meetings, events and celebrations that truly allow residents to form a sense of community.” For more information, please contact Councilor Flynn’s office at 617-635-3203 or Councilor Flaherty’s office at 617-635-4205.
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2019 Senior Salute: A Great Celebration by Rick Winterson
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es, a truly great celebration it was! Forma l ly na med “The 2019 Tom & Eddie Butler St. Patrick’s Senior Salute”, the 2019 Senior Salute was nonstop laughter, fond embraces, a nd loud c onver s at ion. T he opening included the Pledge of A llegiance by Parade Chief Marshal John Beatty, and then a communal sing ing of t he Nat iona l Anthem, ”The Star-Spangled Banner”. Fr. Peter called down a blessing in his invocation. Many hundreds had shown up for a sumptuous cornedbeef-and-cabbage banquet in St. Monica Hall on Preble Circle. The meal included potatoes, carrots, turnip, and beets,
along with Irish cornbread that contained raisins but no caraway (Excellent!), and followed by a properly sticky-sweet dessert (Superb!). Carol Beatty, as usual, brought along her own supplies of Dijon mustard and horseradish. T he enter t a i n ment –
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day
State Representative David Biele
Woods School of Irish dance and “Aris” (Gaelic for “encore”) with Mike Reynolds – was outstanding. Margaret Drislane from SW H – Senior Whole Health – sang “Rose of Tralee”. Eugenia Soiles from the City of Boston’s Commission on Affairs of the Elderly easily gets the nomination for Best Irish Costume. And naturally, there was green and more green, along with some white and orange,
as far was the eye could see Our elected officials were all in great voice, rendering (of course) “Southie Is My Home Town”, followed by “It’s a Long Way to Tipperary” and “My Wild Irish Rose”, and even extending to “I’m a Yankee Doodle Dandy” (“… Yankee Doodle Went to Galway … ??????”). Raff les closed out an event of excitement, enjoyment, and celebration.
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Dedication establishing a major navy yard. He was the first American Admiral, a Catholic of Spanish and Gaelic (Scottish/Irish) descent. Perhaps most commendably, he was a “Southern Unionist” – a southerner who retained his loyalty to the United States, even though he was born and lived in the South – Knoxville, Tennessee, and Norfolk, Virginia. You might very well ask why we have the Admiral’s statue here. Well, perhaps a half-dozen statues of Admiral Farragut had been authorized and funded by the U.S. government back in the Victorian era of the 1890s. One of them was given to Boston. Placing Farragut’s statue where it is allows his spirit to have an unobstructed water view, extending out to the Harbor’s President Roads. What enemy would ever dare pass by that steely gaze? Check it out for yourself. His statue is here because Farragut is an authentic, historic national hero. And Boston’s City Council authorized it, too. Here’s a local connection, also: South Boston’s Bobby O’Shea
A baker’s dozen of South Boston’s residents show up for Sunday’s rededication of the Farragut Statue, despite cold rain. had a grandmother, who was born in 1896. She had a grandfather named William D. Newland, who was born nearby (Medway) in 1841. Newland received the Medal of Honor for his courageous actions on the USS Oneida, during the Battle of Mobile Bay. Look it up for yourself. Now, how is that for a connection? And as for having the rededication in Sunday’s weather, well, if Farragut can command (and mean), “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!” in Mobile Bay, we can certainly endure a half-hour of cold rain, which we all did with great good humor.
Bernie O’Donnell from the SBCA organized the rededication of the Farragut Statue on its 125th Anniversary , and delivers a few historical remarks about the statue’s background.
At the end of the Farragut statue’s rededication, the attendees take the time to gather by the statue’s pedestal for photos, despite a cold rain.
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Councilor Flynn: 20 MPH Zones Will Make Streets Safer For All
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oston City Councilor Ed Flynn announced his support for Mayor Walsh’s initiative to implement a 20 mph speed limit within the neighborhoods of Boston. Last year, Councilor Flynn and Councilor Frank Baker held a hearing to examine the merits of lowering the speed limit in the City of Boston to 20 mph, unless otherwise posted, as well as a discussion on other traffic calming measures to improve road safety for all. The speed limit in the city was most recently lowered from 30 mph to 25 mph on January 9, 2017 as part of the city’s Vision Zero initiative, no serious or fatal crashes in Boston by 2030. “I’d like to thank Mayor Wa lsh for his progressive leadership on this issue. Councilor Baker and I wanted to open up a dialogue with public safety advocates to ensure we’re doing
all we can to try to save lives and realize Vision Zero. We know that infrastructure changes, like speed humps and raised crosswalks, are necessary for traffic calming; however, a combination of these physical changes to our built environment, enforcement, and a lower speed limit within our neighborhoods will improve safety for pedestrians, motorists, and cyclists,” said Flynn. “Data from the city’s website and the A A A Foundation for Traffic Safety indicated that the chances of a serious or fatal crash at 30 MPH are 50%, while at 20 MPH the chances significantly drop to 18%. We thank Mayor Walsh and his staff for their strong leadership on Vision Zero and efforts to make Boston safer for all.” For more information, please contact Flynn’s office at 617-6353203 & Ed.Flynn@Boston.Gov.
Colin’s JOY Project at the Rink
Kristen Flynn spent a good part of her day at the Murphy Rink last Sunday, March 10, tending to the fundraising effort that supports the aims of Colin’s JOY Project. The Project memorializes young Colin McGrath, who was taken from us at such an early age. Thank you , Kristen.
´ Slainte! Happy St. Patrick’s Day to our friends and neighbors, from the MCCA. DAVID M. GIBBONS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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WISHING OUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS A SUCCESSFUL EVACUATION DAY 2019 CELEBRATION
“USS Jason Dunham Port of Call in Boston for Parade Weekend” The South Boston Allied War Veterans Council (SBAWVC) is honored to announce that the USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), a US Navy destroyer, will be visiting Boston during St. Patrick’s Day weekend for a port call. The arrival is expected on Thursday, March 14th at 2pm at Flynn Cruiseport in South Boston. The SBAWVC would like to ensure the USS Jason Dunham receives a warm welcome for their arrival into Boston Harbor, and we invite the community to its arrival at the Flynn Cruiseport for the event. We kindly request that those attending bring with them a small American flag to ensure our servicemembers receive a special welcome. The USS Jason Dunham was built by the Bath Iron Works in Bath, ME and was commissioned in 2010. The US Navy Destroyer is named in honor of Corporal Jason Dunham of the United States Marine Corps, who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism during combat operations in Karabilah, Iraq on April 14th, 2004. During a struggle with an insurgent, Corporal Dunham covered a grenade that the insurgent had released, and absorbed the blast with his Kevlar helmet and body, saving the lives of his two fellow Marines. As a result of his injuries, Corporal Dunham died eight days later, having paid the ultimate sacrifice in order to save the lives of his fellow Marines. SBAWVC is proud to organize the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day / Evacuation Day Parade, an event intended to celebrate, not just the St. Patrick’s Day holiday, but also Evacuation Day and to honor the service of our armed forces. With that in mind, the SBAWVC places a strong emphasis on facilitating such occasions, in partnership with the Navy League. Please help us honor and celebrate the USS Jason Dunham by joining us for the following events: Arrival Ceremony: Flynn Cruiseport on Thursday, March 14th at 2pm Ship Tours: Flynn Cruiseport on Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm Catholic Mass: Our Lady of Good Voyage Church on Saturday, March 16th at 3pm Wreath Laying: Mass Fallen Heroes memorial in Seaport on Saturday, March 16th at 4:30pm South Boston St. Patrick’s Day / Evacuation Day Parade: Sunday, March 17th at 1pm
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Old Town Trolley on Parade
Sonny Dove, another Old Town Trolley Conductor, shows how it’s done. by Rick Winterson
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e all know that the St. Patrick’s/ Evacuation Day Parade is at hand – stepping off at 1 p.m. this Sunday afternoon, onto West Broadway at the “T” Station and ending in Andrew Square. The most recent Parade roster and “Final Order of March” lists 105 units in seven divisions in the Parade. One of the key reasons for South Boston’s Annual Parade is to honor veterans; another is to celebrate South Boston’s institutions, includ ing t he businesses located in the Ol’ Home Town. With six units in the 2019 Parade, Old Town Trolley is one of the Parade’s key participants this year. But did you know that
Old Town Trolley, with those bright orange and green touring trolleys you see everywhere, is a business located in South Boston (380 Dorchester Avenue)? And in addition, they will be one of the biggest local participants in the 2019 Parade. Four of their units will carry clients like First Baptist Church and the Tierney School. Old Town Trolley has donated a fifth trolley to carry Gold Star Mothers – “Families of the Fallen”. Look for them in the seventh slot of the Parade’s Division One. Finally, Old Town Trolley has entered in the Parade one of its eye-catching black “Ghosts & Gravestones” trolleys, which are used for after-dark tours of Boston’s spookier spots. This “Ghosts & Gravestones” vehicle will be staffed with costumed actors from Old Town Trolley. Look for them as well – they’re a sight! Boston – including South Boston – is perhaps the most history-filled city in America. It is a major city, of course. With a founding date of 1630, it is the oldest major city in America. The “products” that Old Town Trolley markets so successfully are historically accurate, well presented guided tours of Boston’s many sights and scenes. Their trolleys
The Old Town Trolley field office on Atlantic at The Marriott Long Wharf. make frequent stops, where a tour guest can get off, walk around, and re-board the next trolley. Check it out – Boston has a well-deserved reputation as a walking city; Old Town Trolley allows its guests to combine the close-up experience of walking with the convenience of riding from place to place. And the Tour Conductors know how to avoid traffic jams and navigate around construction sites as well. This writer (who once worked on the Ghosts & Gravestones Tours in the 2000s) took a daytime trolley tour this week. The Old Town Trolley Conductor, Larry Wylie, was both a skilled driver and an accurate, story-telling historian. The 90+-minute excursion had many high points. Among them were the glistening gold dome of the Massachusetts State House and the highly detailed verdigris statue of Edgar Allen Poe (with his raven). Tour guests constantly got off and re-boarded, so they could visit far-apart places like
Fenway Park and Harvard Square on foot. On all levels, Boston is (very) historic indeed! For example, to put just one number on that claim, Old Town Trolley has conducted 380,000 (!) “Ghosts & Gravestones” tours since that tour was developed early this century. We also interviewed Old Town Trolley’s General Manager Andrew Merkin (twice), and met with Operations Manager Tim Carr and Tour Conductor Sonny Dove, who spent the morning with South Boston Online updating us on Old Town Trolley. In closing, you might be interested to know that Old Town Trolley is hiring. They are growing and are filling various open positions, so you should perhaps consider putting in an application. In the meantime, please enjoy the St. Patrick’s/Evacuation Day Parade this coming weekend. It promises to be quite the event!
South Boston Online’s hosts at Old Town Trolley: Conductor Sonny Dove, General Manager Andrew Merkin, and Operations Manager Tim Carr.
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Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Splashes in the Snow to Support Public Beaches
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n March 10, over 200 beach lovers braved not only the chilly winter waters but also snowy weather and plunged into Boston Harbor at the BCYF Curley Community Center in South Boston as part of the 9th annual Harpoon Shamrock Splash to benefit Save the Harbor/Save the Bay and the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Better Beaches Progra m. This year, the “pledge and plunge” fundraiser raised more than $50,000 for the Better Beaches Program, which provides grants to community organizations that host free events and programs on the region’s public beaches. Participants could direct their fundraising to their favorite local beach. South Boston led with $6,527 raised for free beach programing. South Boston resident Nick Russo, dressed as Aladdin, was also a winner at the event, winning second place in the costume contest which was once again judged by Kennedy Elsey of Mix 104.1. He received swag from The Harvey Traveler Collection for his creativity and enthusiasm. Each year the program supports free concerts and beach festivals, sand-sculpting competitions, and youth programs on public beaches in Lynn, Nahant, Revere, Winthrop, East Boston, South Boston, Dorchester, Quincy and Hull. “Thirty years ago nobody wanted to go swimming at the region’s beaches and today, they are some of the cleanest urban beaches in the country,” said Save the Harbor President Tani Marinovich. “It’s amazing to see the community that supports this event and supports our beaches from Nahant to Nantasket.” Before the sprint into the ocean, Boston 25 Meteorologist Vicki Graf was on hand to deliver a real-time weather report -- although the air temperature was 34 degrees, the water itself was a balmy 40 degrees! Even though everyone was already wet from the snow and rain before splashing into the Harbor, 2019’s Harpoon Shamrock Splash was the best
one yet, with splashers enjoying delicious brunch burritos from Baja Taco Truck and fresh, hot chowder from Daily Catch while Mix 104.1 played music on the beach. Harpoon beers invigorated participants after their plunge. “I love when it snows on Splash day,” said Bruce Berman, Director of Strategy and Communications for Save the Harbor/Save the Bay, who has splashed every year since the event began. “We’re hearty here in New England and the only thing we love more than snow is the beach.” “All of us at Harpoon look forward to taking a quick dip into the icy water after our Harpoon St. Patrick’s festival to support a great cause and warm up with a refreshing Harpoon, brunch burrito, and clam chowder on the beach with our friends from Save the Harbor/Save the Bay,” said Harpoon Brewery President Charlie Storey. “Sure it was cold in the water, but the warm feeling you get from giving back to your community stays with you for a long time.” Participants won JetBlue flights and great Harpoon swag for reaching fundraising goals. Mary Cole from East Boston, who raised $1,530 and received the most donations to her splash, and Trevor Etheridge from Jamaica Plain, who raised $1,655, were the top two fundraisers. They each won round trip JetBlue flights for their efforts. The two costume contest winners, Elaine Howley of Waltham, as the Banana Minion, and Joe Skahan from Lynn, as Beaker from the Muppets, won JetBlue flights as well for their creativity and enthusiasm. Second place costumed splashers were Russo and Jane Kepros of East Boston who dressed as a goldfish. Every splasher and contributor also had the opportunity to win prizes in
two post-splash JetBlue flight raffles. “At JetBlue, we are committed to our community and fun is one of our core values,” said Donnie Todd, Corporate Responsibility Liaison for JetBlue, who led a team of 30 participants. “More than 3,500 JetBlue crewmembers call Boston home, we cherish our harbor and proudly support Save the Harbor/Save the Bay and the work they do on the region’s public beaches.” Members of Save the Harbor/ Save the Bay’s leadership team were also key fundraisers, but were ineligible to win JetBlue flights. Save the Harbor/ Save the Bay’s Chair of the Board, Joe Newman from Arlington, raised $3,401. Bruce Berman, Director of Strategy and Communications from Brighton, raised $3,115. Save the Harbor’s Vice President of Programs and Operations, Chris Mancini from Somerville, raised $2,577. The top five teams also raised significant funds at this year’s Harpoon Shamrock Splash. Save the Harbor/Save the Bay topped the list with $15,964, followed by JetBlue with $10,990 and
the Piers Park Sub-Aqua Warriors with $4,950. Team YES raised $3,162 and Team Harpoon! raised $2,720. “Save the Harbor would like to thank event sponsors at Harpoon Brewery, JetBlue, Mix 104.1, Baja Taco, The Daily Catch, The Harvey Traveler Collection, Unreal Candy, Stony Brook WholeHeartedFoods, and the Blue Sky Collaborative,” said Marinovich, “As well as our Better Beaches Program Funding Partners at The Boston Foundation, Richard Saltonstall Charitable Foundation, P&G Gillette, National Grid, Comcast, Beacon Capital Partners, and New England Picture. “We would also like to thank the Massachusetts Legislature, the Baker-Polito Administration and the Metropolitan Beaches Commission for their support for our beaches,” Marinovich continued, “And, our program partners at the Department of Conservation and Recreation, the Boston Centers for Youth
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South Boston Catholic Academy News Happy St. Patrick’s Day! The students at South Boston Catholic Academy have been having a wonderful time celebrating some special and exciting school days starting with their 100th Day Celebration and St. Valentine’s Day parties. On March 1, the students celebrated Dr. Seuss Day. Dr. Seuss, Theodor Seuss Geisel, was a famous author of many children’s books. He was born on March 2nd, 1904 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Here are some photos highlighting our K2 and First Grade Classes and our Early Childhood Program Classes (K0 to K1) celebrating these special school days. This week, our students are getting ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and the coming of Spring! Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all from all of us at South Boston Catholic Academy! There are still limited spots available for the 2019-2020 school year. Please check our website at www.sbcatholicacademy.org for more info. or contact Mrs. Jamie Brown, Assistant Principal, at j.brown@ sbcatholicacademy.org or phone 617-268-2326 to schedule a tour of the school.
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South Boston Students Advance in Robotics Competition Daniel Mu r ta g h and Cha se T homa s of Sout h Boston, seniors at Boston College High School, and two of the 39 members of BC High’s Robotics team, Schrödinger’s Cat, had an excellent seasonopening competition at the
Granite State District Event in New Hampshire on March 1-2.
PUBLIC NOTICE: Large Venue Public Safety and Security Training Exercise at the BCEC – March 22 The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) and local, city, and state public safety agencies will be participating in a large venue public safety and security training exercise at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) on Friday, March 22, 2019 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. During this time there will be significant law enforcement and first responder activity in and around the BCEC campus.
Under the leadership of Team Captain Chase Thomas ’19 and Drive Coach Jack Duggan ’19, their robot was driven (literally) to huge success by the drive team of Praveen Kalva ’21 and Avery Jennings ’21, and “human players” Colman Gillis ’19, Jason Murray ’19, Rohan Joshi ’20, Charlie Jacobson ’21. After 12 qualif ying matches,
Schrodinger’s Cat ranked #9 out of the 36 competing teams and advanced to afternoon playoffs as the Captain of the #6 Alliance team. The team is currently ranked 16th overall in the New England District. The team will compete next at the North Shore District Event he ld at Reading High School on Ma rch 16 -17.
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St. Patrick’s Breakfast at Gate of Heaven Church Hall
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fter the 9 O’Clock Mass at Gate of He aven Chu rch in South Boston on Sunday, hundreds of parishioners were treated to a delicious Irish breakfast complements of State Senator Nick Collins. Pastor Father Bob Casey led the singing with his beautiful version of “Fields of Athenry” and former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican and Mayor of Boston Ray Flynn sung, an old Irish favorite, “Two Loves.” Flynn praised the priests of South Boston for their loyalty and dedication to the people of our community. As well as the people of our community for their love and steadfast support for Jesus and our Catholic faith. “It’s heartwarming to see so many faithful churchgoers, young and old, attending Mass each week. Seeing senior
Photo L to R.- People who helped prepare the delicious Irish breakfast, Kathryn Schuyler, Merri Thompson, Karen Evans, and Mary Maiullari citizens and young couples walking to Church this morning in the snow and icy sidewalks,
is the best example of the love and loyalty that Catholics have for Christ and our Church.”
Members of Collins Family, Nick’s lovely wife snd daughter Dr. Olivia and Justine, his father
From South Boston Online to you, Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Everyone knows that everyone’s Irish on Saint Patrick’s Day. As such, here are some Irish quotes for everyone’s reading pleasure.
“May the strength of God pilot us, may the wisdom of God instruct us, may the hand of God protect us, may the work of God direct us. Be always ours this day and for evermore.” Saint Patrick
“If you’re lucky enough to be Irish, you’re lucky enough.”
“Saint Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time – a day to begin transforming winter’s dreams into summer’s magic.” Adrienne Cook
“May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, And may trouble avoid you wherever you go.”
For ‘tis green, green, green, where the ruined towers are gray, And it’s green, green, green, all the happy night and day; Green of leaf and green of sod, green of ivy on the wall, And the blessed Irish shamrock with the fairest of all.” Mary Elizabeth Blake
“May your pockets be heavy and your heart be light, May good luck pursue you each morning and night.”
“When Irish hearts are happy, All the world seems bright and gay. And when Irish eyes are smiling, Sure, they steal your heart away.” And finally: “Go mbeannai Dia duit” (May God Bless You)
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