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Let’s Add Two Memorials: for World War I; the Spanish American War American War and World War I. The anchor at the south border of Marine Park on Day Boulevard is reportedly from one of the U.S. Navy’s ships named USS Kearsage. Whether this is the specific USS Kearsage that served in the Spanish American War is open to question. It’s not

labelled. However, verifying the anchor’s provenance and then proceeding from there could result in a permanent outdoor memorial suitable for that conf lict. World War I is memorialized inside Excel High School, along a corridor that passes by Continued on Page 2

The anchor on Day Boulevard at the south end of Marine Park.

outh Boston has always been an urban neighborhood t hat unfailingly honors its veterans, especially those who lost their lives in combat. We don’t forget - from the emphasis placed upon honoring veterans in the biggest single South Boston event of each year – our Annual (and immense) Parade

on or about March 17 – to the attention paid to Evacuation Day ceremonies – colonial America’s first victory over the British Army. But there are gaps in our remembrances. We do not have formal memorials for two of the conf licts in which the United States and men form South Boston took part: the Spanish

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In Memoriam: John Mullen

John Mullen’s permanent Memorial Stone in Andrew Square.

erhaps you noticed that a new American f lag has been f lying at half-mast in Andrew Square these past ten days. This is a f lag brought home from Washington, D.C., by Congressman Stephen Lynch, after he first had it f lown over the nation’s Capitol Building. The f lag was raised in Andrew Square and then lowered slowly to half-mast in memory of John Mullen, a true son of South Boston if there ever was one. John died Monday, March 18. John was a loving South Boston family man. He was also a Marine Corps veteran. His devotion to our community and his efforts on behalf of South Boston and its many worthy

causes were legendary. He was a co-Founder of the Andrew S qu a re Civ ic A s sociat ion (ASCA) and the World War II Memorial Committee. His activities, just to name a few, included years of service at the Thomas J. Fitzgerald VFW Post No. 561, with the South Boston Irish-American Society, and in the Castle Island Association. Even if you did not know John yourself, simply pause for a moment by the John Mullen f lagpole the next time you are in Andrew Square. Ref lect upon how much difference individuals such as John have made in our community. (thanks to ASCA’s Pattie McCormick for much of the information in this article).

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Memorials the School’s auditorium. This memorial consists of glassfronted wall cabinets holding photographs (with names) of the 103 World War I fatalities from South Boston. It was included in local exercises in April, 2017, that commemorated the Centennial of our entry into that “War to End All Wars”.. Since then, the missing photograph of the legendary Michael “Mickey” Perkins was located in storage at the Perkins Post. But a permanent outside stone memorial of some kind still should be considered. This idea came to us unbidden at South Boston Online from several directions. Oddly enough, the desecration of the World War II Memorial with cooking oil was a reminder that there is no World War I Memorial to desecrate. The recent passing of John Mullen, veteran and active member of the Fitzgerald

Post, was a reminder as well. And South Boston’s historic structures that include the 200-yearold St. Augustine Chapel, the original Perkins Institute craft building, and of course, Fort Independence on Castle Island are historic memory joggers as well. W here should any new memorials be placed? Please let South Boston Online know what you think. For whatever reason, we picture a World War I Memorial somewhere along the South Boston shore. Perhaps in the future, an Iraq/Afghanistan Memorial can be emplaced near the Vietnam Memorial in M Street/Medal of honor Park. But for now, the anchor, if it can be reliably connected to the Spanish American War, could stay where it is, if its surroundings are upgraded. Writer/philosopher George Santayana said it well: “Those who do not remember their history are doomed to repeat it.”

An open space at the Pleasure Bay causeway entrance.

The American flag, once flown over the Capitol Building, at half mast.

The nook of land at the end of M Street Beach, by the yacht clubs.

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WWII Memorial Cleanup Proceeds staining from the Bob Moakley stone to one side of the main Memorial, although a complete removal may require three or four applications. At least it appears to have worked well so far. This is some progress, which is encouraging. We understand that the National Park Service is sending in a consultant on

restorations. However, it will be a long job, extending into the summer. Perhaps it will be necessary to erect a tent-like shelter over the Memorial, so that cleanup and restoration c a n proceed cont inuou sly, a nd a s fa st a s possible. S out h B oston On l i ne will keep y ou posted.

Part of the oil-soaked Memorial desecration, with flowers of neighborhood sympathy. by Rick Winterson

arlier this week, c onc erned Sout h B oston re sident s were joined at the World War II Memorial by news media crews, cleanup consultants, and Bob Shure, the sculptor who originally designed the Memorial. Bob expressed his own personal grief at the oil splattering, which left

such huge stains. His regret was more for the heroes named on the Memorial than himself, because they all had paid the supreme price of their heroic military service. Some success with the cleaning operation has already been realized. A thick poultice, with the consistency of peanut butter, had been compounded with a powder and a solvent. This removed most of the oil

Bob Shure, the Memorial’s sculptor, at the cleaned-up Bob Moakley stone.

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Giving Back to A Veteran in Need By: Tara Kerrigan Hayes

f there’s one thing to be said for Bostonians, it’s that they rise up to take care of their own, and who better to consider one of our “own” than a Dorchester native, Veteran Marine who served his country in in the Vietnam war, then dedicated his life to serving as a Boston Fire Fighter. Charles “Charlie” Santangelo was born and raised in Dorchester, where he married the love of his life, Betty Anne, in December of 1969. A year later he would find himself in the Vietnam war, fighting for his country because, as Charlie would later tell his children, simply, “it was the right thing to do”. He served a tour in 1970/1971 as a Lance Corporal in the Marines and was awarded a Meritorious Combat promotion - which is a means to recognize a Marine for uncommon valor in a combat environment - a promotion rarely awarded in the Vietnam war. For that to be achieved, a Marine must not only prove to his command that he’s a

leader, but it also must be recognized by a board of senior Marines. Returning to Dorchester, he would help raise his five children (Gina Marie, Charles, Melissa, Tia and Elizabeth), and became a Boston firefighter in 1991. Stationed out of Ladder 17, (one of the busiest fire stations in the city), Charlie dutifully served his city for 18 years before retiring. Much loved for his boisterous personality and generosity, it was a tough blow to Charlie’s family and friends when he was diagnosed with Hypokalemia, a progressive degenerative muscle disorder that will ultimately confine him to a wheelchair. Despite his quality of life being severely impacted by this painful disease, Charlie is determined to enjoy his life and his loved ones. As a proud grandfather to 11 grandchildren, uncle to 28 nephews / nieces, and a brother to 11 siblings, he strives to remain mobile and active in their lives, and recently completed a training program to obtain an official Massachusetts license to drive a hand operated vehicle, yet does not

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have the funding for the vehicle itself. In an effort to appropriate funds for a wheelchair accessible vehicle (estimated to cost around $95,000), Charlie’s friends and family have organized a fundraiser to be held on June 14, 2019 (7pm) at Florian Hall. Businesses such as Boss, Yale Electric and several local establishments (i.e. Lucy’s American Tavern, and Southie’s Nurture Salon and Spa) have already committed to donating goods/gift cards for raffles and silent auctions. With a cash bar, light fare, DJ, and dancing, it’s shaping up to be a festive night that will not only serve to raise money for a worthy cause, but also to celebrate a man who is clearly cherished by so many. A GoFundMe page has also been started by Charlie’s brother Mark, who is also well known in the community for owning and operating Santangelo flooring for almost 30 years. “The addition of this vehicle will allow Charlie to come and go safely and with confidence to enjoy his family and friends for many years to come”, says Mark, “and any donations exceeding the amount needed to purchase, insure and register the vehicle will be donated to the Boston Firefighters Burn Foundation”. It’s hard pressed to accept that a man who has lived his life in service to protecting others should forgo the bare necessity of mobility, when collectively we can help Charlie reach his goal.

Charles “Charlie” Santangelo The fundraiser and GoFundMe page provide a welcomed opportunity for those who wish to express gratitude by giving back to a man who has given so much of himself, because (to put it as plainly as Charlie did as to why he joined the military to fight for our country), it is simply, the right thing to do.”

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A Neighborhood House REMINDER Just a reminder the 2019 Gala Auction taking place to benefit the South Boston Neighborhood House tomorrow (Friday) evening, March 29, at the Seaport World Trade Center in the Harborview Ballroom from 6 to 10 p.m. And it will be a “Gala”: both Live and Silent Auctions for “dream” items, complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres, music and dancing, and discounted parking. That same evening, the Neighborhood House will also honor Michael Kineavy with their 2019 Joseph “Dodo” Nee “Champion” Award and Mary Sheehan with their Amy K. Murray “Angel” Award. Tickets can be purchased online at www.sbnh.org. For an Auction Preview, log onto: facebook.com/ southbostonneighborhoodhouse.

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Rep. Biele Files Bill to Allow Photo Enforcement of Traffic Violations

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Applies to speeding violations, blocking the box, and school bus violations Recently, Representative David Biele (D-Boston) filed legislation to increase roadway safety protections for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists through the use of photo enforcement. The bill, An Act concerning photo enforcement of certain traffic violations, would authorize municipalities to use cameras for photo enforcement of speeding violations, blocking the box traffic violations, and failure to stop for school buses. The legislation enables school buses to be equipped with cameras to capture violations when the “STOP” arm is extended to stop traffic for student crossing. Currently, local municipalities do not have the ability to use photo enforcement of traffic violations. The bill was drafted and filed in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Martin J. Walsh. “It is important that we continue to be proactive in looking for ways to better protect pedestrians, motorists, and bicyclists, and enforcement is a crucial tool to accomplish that goal,” said Rep. Biele. “Giving local municipalities the ability to use camera and photo enforcement for these types of traffic violations can work as a deterrent for future drivers and make our streets safer. I am thankful for the support of Mayor Walsh and look forward to continued conversations on the how we can work together to increase pedestrian and roadway safety for residents.” This bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Transportation for consideration and will have a public hearing this session.

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Lynch Calls Press Conference Re Mueller Report

Congressman Stephen Lynch answers questions regarding the Mueller Report. by Rick Winterson

ast Saturday (March 23), C ongre ssma n Stephen Lynch called an impromptu press conference. It was called around midday; it took place in front of Lynch’s G Street residence at

5:30 p.m. Earlier on Saturday afternoon, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi had made a conference call from Washington to key Democrats across the nation. The topic of this press conference was the Mueller Report on possible collusion with Russians to inf luence the 2016 Presidentia l Elections

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in favor of President Trump’s campaign. This long-awaited Report had been delivered late Friday (March 22) to the Department of Justice (the DOJ) – specifically to U.S. Attorney General William Barr. Barr then proceeded to summarize the Mueller Report. On Sunday, after the press conference, Barr made his conclusions public on Sunday. Brief ly stated, AG Barr concluded that the Mueller Report found no evidence of conspiracy with Russia, and that pursuing obstruction of justice allegations wasn’t recommended. In addressing the assembled news people la st Saturday (before the Report’s conclusions were made public on Sunday), Congressman Lynch stressed that he, his House colleagues, and seven different government agencies would be seeking “full and transparent disclosure”. He insisted – both on his own and in answer to a reporter’s question later on – that such “disclosure” would not be limited to the Mueller Report alone. Full disclosure would certainly include any and all docu ment s u nderly ing t he f ind ings, conclusions, a nd disclosures in the Report. Lynch complimented “Bob Mueller” for being thorough in his (Mueller’s) investigation. Lynch implied that Mueller’s thorough job might be the reason that his Report recommended no more indictments. Mueller had already issued 34 indictments, despite the various claims that the Report “exonerates” those who worked on the Election. Over two-thirds of these indictments (25 of them) were of Russian nationals and businesses, who actually had attempted through American social media to inf luence the 2016 Presidentia l Election in favor of President Trump. The Congressman went on to say that the Mueller Report

belongs to the American public, referring to its cost of $41 million and the near two years it took before the Report was finalized. Regarding the seven government agencies mentioned above, Lynch spoke of how they had all requested more information about the 2016 Elections and had never gotten it. He then asked, “Is our only refuge the Courts? We’ll see.” Lynch – again in answer to a question – stated that it is too early to make any decisions about the findings of the Mueller Report. He offered his opinion that House Speaker Pelosi’s comments about not pursuing impeachment of President Trump were appropriate at this time. He answered another question about national security, emphatically stating that the Mueller Report will certainly have an effect on that key issue as well. Now that the Mueller Report has been summarized in AG Barr’s conclusions, we strongly support Congressman Lynch’s demand for making the entire Report public, along with all its underlying details. Among the questions we still have is the role of the FBI in this whole investigation, as well as how the entire investigation led to the appointment of a Special Counsel in the first place. And we completely agree with Lynch that the $41 million, two-year Mueller Report belongs to the American public. For your own information, we suggest you read the well-written, legally sound article about AG Barr’s conclusions by Prof. A la n Dershowitz in Monday’s Boston Globe. Then, read David Brooks’ op/ed piece in Tuesday’s New Your Times, page A 23. A s Congressman Lynch said last Saturday, “We’ll see.” One hopes that the full Mueller Report will soon be made public – completely public!

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Boston Doesn’t Forget its Children Raymond L. Flynn, Former Mayor of Boston and Former Ambassador to the Vatican

undreds of caring Bostonians once again showed their support for autistic children and their families last Saturday at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in the Light Up the Night for Autism Gala. The annual event is sponsored by Teamsters Local 25 and its president, Sean O’Brien. The gala brings out the best about Boston and its people. As someone who has had the privilege of being around a lot of wonderful parents of handicapped and special needs children since my early days in the Massachusetts Legislature, when we passed the first Special Needs Education Law in the country in 1971, this event defines the true character of Boston. All the proceeds from the event go for programs to assist children with autism.

One of those great programs is the Challenger Baseball League in the South Shore for 125 kids, which is organized by Joe “Oakie” O’Connor. But it also helps finance other important programs for autistic children throughout Greater Boston. Many outstanding prizes are raffled off, and live music and food is provided. It’s great to talk to so many generous and concerned people who are committed to helping needy and special needs children. But the special night wasn’t over when we left the Wang Theatre, we then headed to J.J. Foley’s Irish Pub in the South End for the Marathon Fundraiser to Support Children’s Hospital. It’s a great night to mix with celebrities and athletes at one of Boston’s most popular bars. Over the past few years, event organizer attorney Patrick Foley has raised over $275,000 for needy kids. When I attend these great events, I know personally that all the money

raised is going to good causes and people who need a little help. This compassion of the people of Boston is perhaps the main thing that makes them special. I know I will see Mayor Thomas Koch of Quincy, Mayor Marty Walsh, Speaker Robert DeLeo, Councilor Ed Flynn, as we have in the past, and so many of our committed elected officials joining us to support and help our special children. The other night, leaving U.S.

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Marine Veteran and hero John J. Mullen’s wake, one of the dedicated veterans standing next to Congressman Steve Lynch said to me, “Mayor, are you going to be coaching the special needs kids again this spring?” As I always say, “We have a lot of great kids and many caring people who are truly dedicated and concerned and always there in a time of need. I want to be like them. God bless them.”

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Sen Collins Blows ‘Em Away at “Breakfast in the Cruiseport” by Rick Winterson

t. Patrick’s Day morning, the 17th, was a surprise, a truly delightful surprise. Truthfully and accurately, it really was two surprises. The first surprise was the new location for the St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast. The 2019 version of that traditional “good time roast” was held in the vast third floor space at the western end of the Flynn Cruiseport. From the lengthy head table to the remotest seats for 500+ breakfasters, the location worked – so well, in fact, that there were a number of standing-room-only guests. The second surprise was the Breakfast’s Host, our State Senator Nick Collins. He handled his Breakfast hosting duties with enormous elan – style, energ y and enthusiasm (buckets of it). He has now become South Boston’s newest

stand-up comedian. He was f ittingly introduced by Linda Dorc ena Forr y, who h ad preceded Senator Nick, both into the Massachusetts Senate and as Host(ess) of the St. Patrick’s Breakfasts in the past. As for his comic delivery, Sen. Nick cle a rly proved Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley wrong, after she wisecracked about going to the Cruiseport so all the Breakfast’s humor could sail away. And then Sen. Nick sang and danced a parody from “Hamilton” to introduce Gov. Charlie Baker, perhaps the only Republican in the place. Yes, we said a “song and dance”. From “Hamilton”. By Sen. Nick, yet! Other high points (among many) were Curragh’s Fancy’s music, Bryan Bishop’s rendering of the National Anthem, and Commissioner Gross’s claim, while wea ring a sha mrock

Sen Nick, addresses the crowd.

Curragh’s Fancy (Augmented!) regale the Breakfast.

hat, that according to a recent DNA test, he had Irish blood (“Two percent, baby. Two percent!”). Somehow, that claim s ou nd s p ol it ic a l l y familiar, doesn’t it? Mayor Walsh proposed a Republican Presidentia l ticket in 2020 of Baker and Weld, “because

they were… unelectable”. And there was a lot more, to boot A good time wa s had by all. And talk about Irish – the Breakfast even ser ved a tomato sl ic e w it h t he scra mbled eg gs. Stra ig ht from the auld sod, was it not?

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Kathy Lafferty from the Neighborhood House keynotes the Breakfast.

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South Boston Resident Chris Perret Running for the Kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

his coming April, I will be running my second Boston Marathon. Like last time, I am running on behalf of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, an amazing organization that has become my family’s charity of choice. I am writing to ask for your generosity in donating to this amazing cause! There are so many reasons to love this charity. St. Jude is one of the world’s leading children’s research hospitals that specializes in treating kids with life threatening cancer and diseases. Since its founding in 1962, St. Jude has been an innovative leader in driving the survival rate of various cancers like leukemia up, from 20% in the 60s to over 80% today. Truly remarkable. What’s equally remarkable is that no patient at St Jude EVER receives a bill for treatment, travel, food, lodging…anything! In many cases, treatment can last multiple years, involve surgery, require travel to and from Memphis, local housing, etc. St. Jude pays 100%, they always have and always will. This was the vision of St. Jude’s founder, Danny Thomas, who wanted to create a special place where families focused 100% of their energy on treatment and recovery, not how they were going to pay for all of (potentially) daunting the medical expenses. I have personally seen the miracle that is St. Jude through the eyes of the children and their families who have been treated and

beaten cancer. Their stories, while unique, all have a common thread St. Jude is the reason they are alive and thriving today. St. Jude and it’s incredible staff of doctors, nurses, administrative staff and many others all create a place of peace, focus and, most importantly, confidence. There is a simple St. Jude saying that embodies this confidence: “we got this”. From the first day to the last, these words are continually repeated to patients and their families, inspiring hope and a fighting spirit when it is most needed. These stories are what have inspired my wife Stephanie and I to raise money and awareness for St. Jude. Last year, Stephanie raised over $26,000 for St. Jude and in the past four years we have raised a cumulative total of over $75,000 for this amazing organization!! This year will be no different, and this is where I REALLY need your help! I am shooting to raise well over my initial target of $15,000. I’ve gotten off to a slow start this year, but that will not deter my effort to reach my fundraising goals. We have approximately 50 days to get this done and I have 100% confidence we will ma ke it happen! To that end, below I have included a link that goes to my Crowdrise fundraising page where you can easily and quickly (using a credit or debit card) donate to St. Jude. 100% of your donation will go directly to St. Jude and help treat those amazing kids who are, right now, battling for their lives. https://w w w.crowdrise.com/o/ en/campaign/stjudeheroes2019/ chrisperret [crowdrise.com] So let’s do this! ANY amount is accepted and will really help make a difference. Join t he movement a nd become a St. Jude Hero!! I will gladly do the running, all you need to do is click on that link and make that donation!

Peter Bennett Opens at Arts & Crafts Craftsman and creative artist Peter K. Bennett stands by one of his works - “Mothers Dream of the Cathoid Ray” – which is fabricated with carefully cut from aluminum sheet stock, and then assembled and finished. His exhibit just opened on Wednesday evening, March 14. At the Society of Arts & Crafts (second floor, 100 Pier Four Boulevard). Peter’s works are definitely worth a visit. There is no charge for a visit, but check the Society’s hours before you go there.

David W. Davis Memorial Internship College juniors and seniors who reside in the City of Boston, Chelsea, Revere or Winthrop and are interested in applying for the David W. Davis Memorial Internship must have community service experience and must submit a 1,000word essay. To be considered, all academic and residency criteria must also be met. The David W. Davis Memorial Internship is a 13week paid public service opportunity Massport and is awarded annually to an exceptional junior or senior in college. Internship applications must be received by Massport no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 26, 2019. For more information about the David W. Davis Memorial Internship including an application checklist please visit: www.massport.com.

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Al Horford Comes to Town

by Rick Winterson

t was a publicit y “happening”, of course. It took place on Thursday, March 14, at the BFD Stationhouse on Fourth Street, the home of Engine 2 and Ladder 19, along with their firefighting crews. The product advertised was Dunkin’s newest brew, called Irish Crème coffee. Most especially, the new coffee was served up by Celtics’

Center (and key “big man”) Al Horford, accompanied by Channel 48 game broadcaster Kyle Draper. It was quite the event. The crews of both fire apparati and their families stood still for news shots and indulged themselves in selfies of all kinds. One of the more striking Dunkin’ attendees was a gigantic costumed coffee cup, who sank a few shots in the impromptu basketball goal set up on the stationhouse drive. The cup person had a good eye. The event closed with Horford being taken for a complimentary ride by the Engine 2 crew, cup in hand and firefighter’s hat on his head. The vehicle’s horn, bells, and siren were all sounding. And the news at Channel 48 is all good. Tommy Heinsohn is back full time; Abbe Chin and her new baby are doing fine. She’ll be back performing her floor announcer duties on Chanel 48 soon.

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Mayor Walsh Announces Superteen Program

South Boston-Seaport Catholic Collaborative St. Peter Lithuanian, St. Vincent De Paul, St. Monica-St. Augustine Mass Schedule HOLY THURSDAY 7 p.m. Mass in English at St. Peter’s 7 p.m. Mass in Spanish at St. Monica’s GOOD FRIDAY 3 p.m. Service in Lithuanian at St. Peter’s 7 p.m. Service in English at St. Peter’s 7 p.m. Service in Spanish at St. Monica’s

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the return of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) summer SuperTeens Program. Youth ages 13-14 in the SuperTeens program will have the opportunity to attend weekly leadership development workshops, gain work experience in BCYF community centers and participate in field trips to Boston›s arts and cultural institutions. Registration begins on April 5. “I am excited that this summer we are able to expand the program to give 275 teens real work experience that will prepare them for future education and allow them to gain more opportunities,” said Mayor Walsh. “The SuperTeens Program will empower our young people with important life skills, and I’m proud we’re able to bring this program to so many teens.” Sponsored by Comcast and The Foundation for BCYF, this program will provide hands-on work experience and/or service experience, engaging youth in high-quality leadership development workshops based on BCYF’s Youth Development Outcomes. Learning based field trips will aid in the development of life readiness and resiliency to help prepare them for their upcoming academic year and future employment. “This program is very fun and I had many opportunities to meet new people and to learn new skills that I may need in my future.” said Avriel Heraldo, age 13, of Dorchester. “This was fun for my first job and I feel like it prepared me for when I get a real job when I’m older.” The SuperTeens program will run six weeks beginning on Monday, July 8 and ending on Friday, August 16. Participants must be at least thirteen years old on or before July 8 to participate and will receive a stipend at the end of the summer for successful completion of the program. All SuperTeens applicants must complete an online application on BCYF’s website at Boston.Gov/BCYF. Online registration will open on Friday, April 5. All slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Slots are guaranteed for 275 youth.

SATURDAY EASTER VIGIL 7:30 p.m. Mass in English at St. Peter’s 7:30 p.m. Mass in Spanish at St. Monica’s SUNDAY EASTER DAY 9 a.m. Mass in English at St. Peter’s 10:30 a.m. Mass in English at St. Monica’s 10:30 a.m. Mass in Lithuanian at St. Peter’s

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Boston Marathon Race Director Tells South Boston Catholic Academy Students to “Dream Big”!

aking the advice to “Run! Don’t walk!” to the 2nd Annual Literacy night, students, families, and friends of South Boston Catholic Academy celebrated reading, writing and following your dreams. The Literacy night event showcased student work and celebrated the joy of reading. Students received “finisher” medals for completing a marathon reading challenge to read 26 minutes after school every day for 26 days. The highlight of the evening was guest

speaker Dave McGillivray, an avid marathoner, Boston Marathon Race Director, and author. Mr. McGillivray centered his talk around the theme of his children’s book, Dream Big: A True Story of Courage and Determination. This personal narrative tells the story of how Dave overcame many challenges on his way to becoming a successful marathoner and athlete. Mr. McGillivray, who has run marathons around the world, inspired students and adults to follow their dreams and

to never give up despite challenges. Mr. McGillivray also passed along some words of inspiration to help us accomplish our dreams… “There are no mistakes, only lessons”; “There is no such thing as an individual achievement”; “It is about Team Effort”; “You can’t set reckless goals. You need to train and work hard to achieve your dreams”; “Defining moments happen to us all the time, it’s just a matter of recognizing them”; “Failure is not trying”; “Always set goals not limits” and “I want to be an accomplisher”. South Boston Catholic

Academy thanks Mr. McGillivray for his time and for sharing his inspiring story with us and encouraging all to “Dream Big”. Thank you to our teachers, staff, families and friends who helped to make this special family event possible. We are now accepting applications online for the 20192020 School Year. Please check our website atwww.sbcatholicacademy. org for more info. To learn more about what makes South Boston Catholic Academy so special join us for a tour on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9am.

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